The Daffodil Mystery
The Daffodil Mystery by Edgar Wallace is a captivating novel published by Wildside Press on September 20, 2024. This edition features 192 pages and is presented in English. The story revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman, Thornton Lyne, whose body is discovered with a single daffodil placed on his chest. Inspector Jack Tarling, along with his Chinese assistant Ling Chu, delves into the investigation, revealing a complex web of jealousy, blackmail, and deceit.
Readers will find a fast-paced plot filled with unexpected twists that exemplify Wallace’s talent for crafting intrigue and suspense. The narrative explores themes of mystery and detective work, engaging those interested in the genre. This classic whodunit promises to keep readers guessing until the final reveal, making it a notable addition to the mystery and detective fiction landscape.
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This captivating novel centers around the murder of a wealthy businessman, Thornton Lyne, whose body is found with a single daffodil placed on his chest. As Inspector Jack Tarling and his Chinese assistant, Ling Chu, investigate the case, they uncover a tangled web of jealousy, blackmail, and deceit. With its fast-paced plot and unexpected twists, this classic whodunit showcases Wallace’s skill at weaving intrigue and suspense.
Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) was a prolific British crime writer, journalist and playwright, who published 175 novels, 24 plays, and countless articles in newspapers and journals. Over 160 films have been made of his novels, more than any other author.
The Daffodil Mystery (1920) is one of his classic mystery novels, full of devious twists and turns that will keep the reader guessing until the end!
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