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The Hardway Diamonds Mystery
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025698342
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 284
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Hardway Diamonds Mystery is a gripping tale of larceny and homicide that exemplifies the intricate plotting of the Golden Age of detective fiction. When a daring robbery occurs at the Hardway estate, resulting in the theft of a fortune in diamonds, the investigation takes a sinister turn with the discovery of a body. Inspector Hanslet of Scotland Yard is dispatched to the scene, tasked with unraveling a complex web of clues, false leads, and hidden motives.
As the narrative unfolds, the work showcases the methodical deduction and sharp observation characteristic of Miles Burton's writing. The plot expertly explores the tension between the refined world of the landed gentry and the calculated ruthlessness of the criminal underworld. With its atmospheric setting and tightly constructed puzzle, The Hardway Diamonds Mystery stands as a compelling example of early 20th-century British crime literature. This work captures the essence of the classic whodunit, challenging readers to piece together the evidence alongside the inspector to identify the culprit behind the disappearance of the Hardway gems and the tragic loss of life that followed.
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