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Homicide in Chicago

From the bestselling author of the Railway Detective series
Series: Merlin Richards
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Homicide in Chicago by Edward Marston is a gripping crime and thriller set against the gritty backdrop of 19th-century Chicago. The story follows Inspector Robert Colbeck, known as the "Railway Detective," as he navigates a labyrinth of crime and corruption to uncover the truth behind a murder. Amidst a city teeming with danger, Colbeck's pursuit of justice reveals unexpected twists and complex characters, keeping readers engaged in a suspenseful journey.
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You might enjoy this book if you revel in the gritty settings of crime and thriller narratives, with a penchant for historical investigations. The story unfolds in the bustling streets of Chicago, offering a gripping mystery filled with intricate plot twists and intriguing characters that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Homicide in Chicago

Book two in Edward Marston's repackaged classic inter-war mystery series featuring Frank Lloyd Wright. First published as Saint's Rest.

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Chicago, 1931. While the Great Depression has tightened its grip on the world, there are still some men who have the means to make their dreams a reality. One of these men is Hobart St. John, who wants a sixteen-room mansion in the Chicago suburb of Oak Park. For young Welsh architect Merlin Richards, the opportunity to work on the house is an answer to his prayer.

All too soon, Richards's elation turns to confusion and fear. A body has been found on site hanging from a rafter. The authorities dismiss it as a case of suicide, but how can that be the case when his hands were tied behind his back?

His dream assignment is fast becoming a nightmare, and Merlin Richards realises that the answers he wants might cost him his life.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780749030919

Publisher: Allison & Busby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Allison & Busby

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Edward Marston has written well over a hundred books, including some nonfiction.He is best known for his hugely successful Railway Detective series andhe also writes the Bow Street Rivals series featuring twin detectives set duringthe Regency; the Home Front Detective novels set during the First World War;and the Ocean Liner mysteries.

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