Inspector French And The Cheyne Mystery

Inspector French and the Cheyne Mystery

by Freeman Wills Crofts

In 'Inspector French and the Cheyne Mystery,' Freeman Wills Crofts presents a compelling tale of intrigue and suspense. Maxwell Cheyne, a seemingly ordinary man, finds himself at the center of a baffling mystery when he awakens after being drugged in a country inn to discover his home burglarized. The lack of missing valuables and the relentless pursuit by a criminal gang leave Inspector French of Scotland Yard facing a complex and intricate puzzle. Using his meticulous and methodical approach, French must decipher the motivations and identities of the criminals, unravel the secrets behind the seemingly nonsensical burglary, and uncover the truth behind Cheyne's unsettling ordeal. Crofts, known for his meticulous attention to detail, particularly concerning railway themes, creates a suspenseful atmosphere, using the intricacies of timetables and railway operations as elements in the puzzle.

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Freeman Wills Crofts, an influential Irish mystery author born on June 1, 1879, played a significant role in shaping the genre of detective fiction during the Golden Age of Mystery. Known for his meti...

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