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Unravelled Knots

Timeless mysteries from the Golden Age of crime fiction

Baroness Orczy author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pushkin Press

Published:24th Oct '19

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This collection of mysteries features the Teahouse Detective, whose sharp intellect tackles perplexing cases and unravels complex conspiracies.

In Unravelled Knots, readers are transported back to the Golden Age of British crime writing, where mysteries abound and clever sleuthing reigns supreme. Polly Burton, who has not seen the enigmatic Teahouse Detective for twenty years, unexpectedly encounters him one foggy afternoon in a Fleet Street café. Despite the passage of time, the detective's sharp wit and relentless pursuit of truth remain intact, as he tackles perplexing cases that have stumped even the most astute investigators.

As Polly rekindles her acquaintance with the Teahouse Detective, a series of baffling enigmas come to light. How did Prince Orsoff vanish from his railway carriage without a trace? What accounts for the simultaneous sightings of an Ingres masterpiece in two different locations? And what is the real story behind the blood-stained tunic that cleared its owner of wrongdoing? With each question, the Teahouse Detective draws upon his vast experience and keen intellect, peeling back the layers of each mystery with precision.

Unravelled Knots invites readers to join Polly and the Teahouse Detective as they navigate through a labyrinth of intrigue and deception. With every twist and turn, the narrative captivates, reminding us of the timeless appeal of a well-crafted mystery and the enduring charm of a brilliant detective who never truly retires from the pursuit of justice.

"The first and greatest armchair detective." -- Ellery Queen

"A literary tour-de-force." -- E.F. Beiler

"Simple but effective... cleverly contrived." -- Daily Mail

"One of the only rivals to Sherlock Holmes who can stand comparison... Will delight fans of cosy crime and the golden heyday of British crime writing." -- New Books Magazine

"I just wanted to snuggle up in a blanket and read these mysteries, trying to guess the end... I can't recommend them enough." -- Umut Reviews

ISBN: 9781782275886

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320 pages