Cain's Jawbone

Name: Cain's Jawbone
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SKU: 9781460765395
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The world's most difficult literary puzzle and TikTok famous bestselling murder mystery sensation for fans of S, THE CYPER FILES, JOURNAL 29 and THE PAPER LABYRINTH

By Edward Powys Mathers

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Summary

Cain's Jawbone is a uniquely puzzling murder mystery first published in 1934. The narrative challenges readers to solve a complex series of murders by piecing together the jumbled pages, making it as much an interactive experience as a book. With its clever wit and enduring charm, it presents an engaging blend of humour and mystery for those who dare to unravel its enigma.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you have a penchant for literary puzzles and enjoy the challenge of a classic mystery. It's a unique blend of wordplay and wit, combining murder mystery with an intricate puzzle that has captivated and perplexed readers for decades. If you relish using logic and deduction while being entertained, this humorous and enigmatic work might just be the perfect fit for you.

Cain's Jawbone

Description

Six murders. One hundred pages. Millions of possible combinations... but only one is correct. Can you solve Torquemada's murder mystery?

'If James Joyce and Agatha Christie had a literary love child, this would be it.' The Daily Telegraph

In 1934, the Observer's cryptic crossword compiler, Edward Powys Mathers (aka Torquemada), released a novel that was simultaneously a murder mystery and the most fiendishly difficult literary puzzle ever written.

The pages have been printed in an entirely haphazard order, but it is possible - through logic and intelligent reading - to sort the pages into the only correct order, revealing six murder victims and their respective murderers.

Only three puzzlers have ever solved the mystery of Cain's Jawbone: do you have what it takes to join their ranks?

Please note: this puzzle is extremely difficult and not for the faint-hearted.

'A unique hybrid of word puzzle and whodunnit.' Literary Review

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Cain's Jawbone by Edward Powys Mathers has been lauded for its unique and challenging nature, as it combines elements of humour and mystery in a puzzle format. Reviewers often appreciate its intriguing structure and the mental challenge it presents, as the pages are printed out of order and need to be rearranged to solve the mystery. Though it can be quite difficult, many readers find it a rewarding and intellectually stimulating experience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781460765395

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 September 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 113.0mm

Height: 182.0mm

Weight: 137g

Pages: 224

Collections

Crime & Thriller Edward Powys Mathers Fiction General Fiction Humour