The Devil to Pay
بواسطة
Ellery Queen
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تنسيق
غلاف صلب
صفحات
303
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Jan 1, 1941
الناشر
Triangle Books
الوصف
In a twist-filled narrative that encapsulates the darker side of human nature, the story unfolds around the infamous Solly Spaeth, a man whose death ignites a peculiar sense of relief among the public. Known for his unscrupulous stock manipulation and deceitful practices, Solly had amassed a legion of enemies, making his murder a spectacle that many welcomed. As the case unravels, it reveals a tangled web of greed and betrayal, illuminating the lengths to which people will go when provoked.
Amidst the chaos of his unraveling life, an array of characters emerges, each with their own motives and secrets. As the investigation delves deeper into Spaeth's murky dealings, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems. The atmosphere is suffused with intrigue as the truth about Solly Spaeth begins to surface, compelling the investigator to navigate a labyrinth of lies in search of answers. What drives people to murder? In this gripping tale, such questions take center stage, making readers ponder the true devil lurking within humanity.
Amidst the chaos of his unraveling life, an array of characters emerges, each with their own motives and secrets. As the investigation delves deeper into Spaeth's murky dealings, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems. The atmosphere is suffused with intrigue as the truth about Solly Spaeth begins to surface, compelling the investigator to navigate a labyrinth of lies in search of answers. What drives people to murder? In this gripping tale, such questions take center stage, making readers ponder the true devil lurking within humanity.