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The Missing Chancellor
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025842387
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 304
Weight: 1.33
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Missing Chancellor is a compelling political mystery by J. S. Fletcher, a celebrated figure of the Golden Age of detective fiction. The narrative unfolds around the startling disappearance of Sir Robert Chillingham, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, who vanishes without a trace just as he is prepared to present a vital national budget. The sudden absence of one of the government's most powerful figures threatens to spark a national crisis, prompting an urgent and thorough investigation into his whereabouts.
As the search intensifies, the story moves from the busy streets of London to the quiet villages of the English countryside. Fletcher masterfully combines elements of the traditional whodunit with political suspense, crafting a plot filled with red herrings, financial secrets, and high-stakes maneuvering. The Missing Chancellor showcases the author's talent for intricate puzzle-building and atmospheric storytelling, providing an authentic glimpse into the era's social and political anxieties. This classic mystery remains a standout example of early 20th-century crime literature, offering readers a sophisticated tale of intrigue and deduction.
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