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Discover 'Odor of Violets', a captivating mystery novel that reintroduces Captain Duncan Maclain, an exceptionally skilled blind detective. This brand new edition, published by W W Norton & Company, provides readers with an enthralling insight into Maclain's unique capabilities in gathering intelligence and solving mysteries in 1940's New York City. Witness the gripping tale unfold as Maclain, alongside his faithful dogs Schnucke and Driest, navigates a treacherous world filled with Germany's espionage plots and complex government secrets. As an actor is murdered and government plans go missing, Maclain's remarkable sensory acuity sets him apart, proving that the most profound insights often come from those who cannot see. This reissue of a classic series showcases one of the earliest disabled detectives in crime fiction, perfectly blending suspense and intrigue. As a seamless mystery, 'Odor of Violets' will captivate readers seeking a deep dive into thrilling narratives. With 236 pages packed with suspense, explore the nuances of treason and patriotism in a time when danger lurked around every corner. Free shipping on this must-read item ensures you can immerse yourself in the plot without hesitation. Allow up to 6 weeks for delivery as your literary adventure awaits. A true must-have for mystery aficionados and fans of historical fiction, 'Odor of Violets' is a timeless addition to any bookshelf!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781613162040
Year: 2021
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 236
Description:
Meet Captain Duncan Maclain. Blinded during his service in the first World War, Maclain made up for his lack of vision by sharpening his other senses, achieving a mastery of the subtle unseen clues often missed by those who see only with their eyes. Aided by his dogs Schnucke and Driest, the Captain puts the intelligence-gathering techniques he learned in the Army to work, making a name for himself as New York City's most sought-after private detective. Now it's 1940, there's a second World War breaking out, and Maclain is pulled into a case unlike any he's investigated before.?
The murder of an actor in his Greenwich Village apartment would cause a stir no matter the circumstances but, when the actor happens to possess secret government plans, and when those plans go missing along with the young woman with whom he was last seen, it's sensational enough to interest not only the local police, but the American government as well.?
Maclain suspects a German spy plot at work and, in a world where treasonous men and patriots are indistinguishable to the naked eye, it will take his special skills to sniff out the solution.
Reissued for the first time in over a half-century, Odor of Violets is the most well-known installment in the long-running Duncan Maclain series, which featured one of crime fiction's earliest disabled detectives. The novel, filmed in 1942 as Eyes in the Night, is a classic hybrid of mystery and espionage fiction.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781613162040
Year: 2021
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 236
Description:
Meet Captain Duncan Maclain. Blinded during his service in the first World War, Maclain made up for his lack of vision by sharpening his other senses, achieving a mastery of the subtle unseen clues often missed by those who see only with their eyes. Aided by his dogs Schnucke and Driest, the Captain puts the intelligence-gathering techniques he learned in the Army to work, making a name for himself as New York City's most sought-after private detective. Now it's 1940, there's a second World War breaking out, and Maclain is pulled into a case unlike any he's investigated before.?
The murder of an actor in his Greenwich Village apartment would cause a stir no matter the circumstances but, when the actor happens to possess secret government plans, and when those plans go missing along with the young woman with whom he was last seen, it's sensational enough to interest not only the local police, but the American government as well.?
Maclain suspects a German spy plot at work and, in a world where treasonous men and patriots are indistinguishable to the naked eye, it will take his special skills to sniff out the solution.
Reissued for the first time in over a half-century, Odor of Violets is the most well-known installment in the long-running Duncan Maclain series, which featured one of crime fiction's earliest disabled detectives. The novel, filmed in 1942 as Eyes in the Night, is a classic hybrid of mystery and espionage fiction.