The Man in the Queue

EAN : 9782385086183

TEY JOSEPHINE

Édition papier

EAN : 9782385086183

Paru le : 14 déc. 2022

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Résumé : A bustling queue outside a London theatre sets the stage for a gripping mystery when a man is found dead, stabbed in the back. The year is 1929, a time when the city is alive with the vibrancy of the Roaring Twenties, yet shadowed by the undercurrents of crime and intrigue. The victim, an unknown man, becomes the center of a complex investigation led by the astute Inspector Alan Grant of Scotland Yard. This detective novel, rich in its portrayal of early 20th-century London, delves into the intricacies of human nature and the societal norms of the time. As Grant meticulously unravels the threads of the case, he encounters a tapestry of characters, each with their own secrets and motives. The narrative explores themes of identity, justice, and the often deceptive nature of appearances. Through the lens of this mystery, readers are invited to ponder the duality of human intentions and the thin line between innocence and guilt. The novel not only entertains with its suspenseful plot but also offers a window into the era's cultural and social dynamics. By following Inspector Grant's journey, we gain insight into the meticulous art of detection and the relentless pursuit of truth.