Ravi Ravendro Ordine dei libri (cronologico)

The narrative captures a moment of tension and attraction between two characters as they navigate a lavish dining experience, highlighting the woman's striking appearance in a steel-blue velvet dress complemented by a dazzling brooch. Despite previous frustrations, the man's admiration reignites, transforming his demeanor from critical to charming. The setting is elegant, with their presence drawing attention, and they are led to a prime table reserved for them. The author, Karl Döhring, was a multifaceted figure who transitioned from various professions to focus on novel writing in the early 20th century.

Footprints and a dead woman bring together Superintendent Minton and the amateur sleuth Mr Cardew. Who is the man in the shrubbery? Who is the singer of the haunting Moorish tune? Why is Hannah Shaw so determined to go to Pawsy, 'a dog lonely place' she had previously detested? Death lurks in the dark and someone must solve the mystery before BIG FOOT strikes again, in a yet more fiendish manner.

Die Geschichte folgt Anthony Newton, einem Einbrecher, der sich bemüht, den Anstand eines britischen Gentlemans zu wahren. Bei einem seiner Einbrüche entdeckt er jedoch den Leichnam eines Millionärs, was ihn in eine prekäre Lage bringt, da der Verdacht auf ihn fällt. Die Mischung aus Kriminalität und dem Streben nach Eleganz verleiht der Erzählung eine besondere Note und beleuchtet die Absurditäten des Verbrechens und der gesellschaftlichen Erwartungen. Ein spannender Klassiker, der Humor und Spannung vereint.

román o skutečných událostech v Lipsku v roce 1927