Miles Burton

The Hardway Diamonds Mystery

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Produktbeschreibung

On a foggy night in London, an expert cracksman steals the Hardway diamonds; yet when he is discovered by the police, the diamonds aren't with him. One of the diamonds is found on a corpse in the marshes. Where are the rest? And who is this criminal mastermind, "Funny Toff"? Unearth the gripping tale of "The Hardway Diamonds Mystery" penned by the master of suspense, Miles Burton. Set amidst the opulence and intrigue of the 1930s, this compelling whodunit takes you on a thrilling journey into the heart of a baffling crime. "The Hardway Diamonds Mystery" is a riveting tale of deception, greed, and determination, where every twist and turn keeps you on the edge of your seat. Miles Burton weaves a spellbinding narrative that keeps readers guessing until the final, dramatic reveal. Prepare to be enthralled by this classic mystery that showcases Burton's mastery in crafting intricate puzzles that challenge both the minds of his characters and his readers alike.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Chosho Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 278
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 407g
• ISBN-13: 9781961301443
• ISBN-10: 196130144X
• Artikelnr.: 69767489

Autorenporträt

Miles Burton (pseudonym for Cecil John Charles Street)Cecil John Charles Street OBE MC (1884-1964), who was known to his colleagues, family and friends as John Street, began his military career as an artillery officer in the British Army. During the course of World War I, he became a propagandist for MI7, in which role he held the rank of Major. John Street produced two long series of novels; one under the name of John Rhode, the majority featuring the academic Dr. Priestley; another under the name of Miles Burton, the majority featuring the retired naval officer Desmond Merrion; and a third under the name Cecil Waye.