Dummy's Murder Between Hands and Other Mystery Short Stories

Dummy's Murder Between Hands and Other Mystery Short Stories
Author: Charles E. Schwarz
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2002-07-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0595238564

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A collection of 12, some new, some previously published satirical, and/or politically incorrect mysteries which will challenge your mind, tickle your funnybone, and shock your sensibilities. The judges of World Wide Writers' Contest comments as appearing in Writers' Forum regarding Dummy's Murder Between Hands, "A marvelously funny murder mystery in the classic Agatha Christie mold. The narrator is a kind of Lord Peter Wimsey who solves the murder and has his readers in stitches on the way a take-off of the classic murder mystery."

The Dummy Did It

The Dummy Did It
Author: Victoria LK Williams
Publisher: Sun, Sand & Stories Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2019-10-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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Someone is trying to pin the blame on the Dummy! Pelican Harbor is starting to look festive with Halloween displays, but Piper Avery has stumbled onto a gruesome discovery; a dead body that has nothing to do with holiday decorations. Piper and her diva dog, Daisy arrive for her meeting with Samuel Weston to discuss adding his wood carvings to the gallery when she finds the body in his office. Sitting in the chair by the body is Samuel's ventriloquist dummy; a gruel note pinned to it. But this isn't the only discovery Piper makes. Her youngest son is a guest at the Weston estate, and he is romantically involved with the granddaughter. Plus Joel is also there, hired by Samuel for investigative reasons. And it has nothing to do with art. Now Piper and Joel work must together to find the murderer before her son is blamed or worse, another murder happens. Will Piper find the killer? Or will this adventure become a misadventure?

Dummy

Dummy
Author: Ernest Tidyman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 296
Release: 1974
Genre: African American men
ISBN:

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First there was Ernestine Williams, a prostitute found murdered in a Chicago alleyway on November 12, 1965. She had last been seen leaving a bar with a young black mute. Donald Lang, "The Dummy" was arrested. It was the beginning of one of the most bizarre murder cases in American history. This is the true story of deaf/mute Lang who, unable to sign or read lips, could not defend himself in a court of law. Tells about his arrest and trial and how our legal system attempted to deal with this unusual defendant.

The Hands of Healing Murder

The Hands of Healing Murder
Author: Barbara D'Amato
Publisher: Speaking Volumes
Total Pages: 243
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1628152443

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After dinner, Dr. Adam Cotton settled in a chair by the fireplace to read, while his guests made up two tables of bridge. Engrossed in their game, no one left the room. And the two servants who were sitting in the hallway all evening, deep in conversation, claim that no one entered the room. But someone inserted a small surgical scalpel into the parietal bone of Dr. Cotton's temple, killing him instantly.

FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection: 60+ Murder Mysteries & Crime Novels; Including 200+ Short Stories (Illustrated)

FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection: 60+ Murder Mysteries & Crime Novels; Including 200+ Short Stories (Illustrated)
Author: Fred M. White
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 10919
Release: 2024-01-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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Fred M. White's 'FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection' is a comprehensive anthology of over 60 murder mysteries and crime novels, accompanied by more than 200 illustrated short stories. White's literary style is characterized by intricate plots, engaging characters, and gripping suspense, making his works a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction. Set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, White's stories provide a window into the social and cultural context of the time, offering a rich tapestry of historical detail alongside the thrilling narratives. The collection showcases White's versatility as a writer, with each piece showcasing his ability to craft compelling mysteries that keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Fred M. White, a prolific writer of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, drew inspiration from his keen interest in crime and detective stories to create his vast body of work. His deep understanding of human nature and his talent for building suspense have solidified his place as a master of the mystery genre. The 'FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection' stands as a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of detective fiction, offering readers a diverse array of thrilling tales that continue to captivate audiences today. I recommend 'FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection' to anyone who enjoys classic murder mysteries and crime novels. With its extensive selection of stories and novels, this anthology provides a comprehensive overview of White's work, making it an essential addition to any mystery lover's library.

The Best British Detective Books: 270+ Murder Mysteries, Crime Stories & Suspense Thrillers

The Best British Detective Books: 270+ Murder Mysteries, Crime Stories & Suspense Thrillers
Author: Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 10886
Release: 2023-12-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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This unique collection of "THE BRITISH DETECTIVES COLLECTION - 270+ Murder Mysteries, Crime Stories & Suspense Thrillers (Illustrated)" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. Contents: Sherlock Holmes Series: A Study in Scarlet The Sign of Four The Hound of the Baskervilles The Valley of Fear The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes The Return of Sherlock Holmes His Last Bow The Case Book of Sherlock Holmes Father Brown Stories: The Innocence of Father Brown The Wisdom of Father Brown The Incredulity of Father Brown The Secret of Father Brown The Scandal of Father Brown Inspector Furnival Series: The Abbey Court Murder The House in Charlton Crescent The Crow's Inn Tragedy Inspector Stoddart Series: The Man with the Dark Beard Who Killed Charmian Karslake? The Crime at Tattenham Corner The Crystal Beads Murder Martin Hewitt Series: Martin Hewitt, Investigator Chronicles of Martin Hewitt Adventures of Martin Hewitt The Red Triangle Dr. Thorndyke Series: The Red Thumb Mark The Eye of Osiris The Mystery of 31 New Inn A Silent Witness Helen Vardon's Confession The Cat's Eye The Mystery of Angelina Frood The Shadow of the Wolf The D'Arblay Mystery A Certain Dr. Thorndyke As a Thief in the Night Mr. Pottermack's Oversight Pontifex, Son and Thorndyke When Rogues Fall Out Dr. Thorndyke Intervenes For the Defence: Dr. Thorndyke The Stoneware Monkey Mr. Polton Explains The Jacob Street Mystery Percival Bland's Proxy The Missing Mortgagee Dr. Thorndyke's Cases The Adventures of Dr. Thorndyke Dr. Thorndyke's Casebook Hamilton Cleek Series: Cleek, the Master Detective Cleek of Scotland Yard Cleek's Government Cases Max Carrados Mysteries Thorpe Hazell Mysteries P.C. Lee Stories Paul Campenhaye – Specialist in Criminology Eugéne Valmont Mysteries...

Poets & Writers

Poets & Writers
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 508
Release: 2006-07
Genre: Authors, American
ISBN:

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The Ultimate Collection of Dective Stories & Murder Mysteries for the Holidays

The Ultimate Collection of Dective Stories & Murder Mysteries for the Holidays
Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 9591
Release: 2023-11-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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DigiCat presents to you a collection of the greatest mystery cases and puzzles for you to solve and relax with during Christmas and winter holidays: Agatha Christie: The Mysterious Affair at Styles The Murder on the Links The Kidnapped Prime Minister The Million Dollar Bond Robbery The Secret Adversary R. Austin Freeman: Dr. Thorndyke's Cases The Adventures of Dr. Thorndyke Dr. Thorndyke's Casebook Arthur Conan Doyle: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes A Study in Scarlet The Sign of Four The Hound of the Baskervilles The Valley of Fear A. E. W. Mason: At the Villa Rose The Affair at the Semiramis Hotel Mary Roberts Rinehart: The Circular Staircase The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carberry Tish – The Chronicle of Her Escapades and Excursions More Tish Edgar Allan Poe: The Murders in the Rue Morgue The Mystery of Marie Rogêt The Purloined Letter Charles Dickens: Hunted Down Wilkie Collins: The Moonstone The Woman in White The Haunted Hotel Robert Barr: The Triumph of Eugéne Valmont Jennie Baxter, Journalist The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs The Adventure of the Second Swag E. W. Hornung: The Amateur Cracksman The Black Mask; or, Raffles: Further Adventures A Thief in the Night Mr. Justice Raffles John Kendrick Bangs: Mrs. Raffles R. Holmes & Co Melville Davisson Post: The Sleuth of St. James's Square Edgar Wallace: The Four Just Men The Clue of the Twisted Candle Victor L. Whitechurch: The Canon in Residence Anna Katharine Green: The Leavenworth Case A Strange Disappearance The Mystery of the Hasty Arrow That Affair Next Door Lost Man's Lane The Circular Study G. K. Chesterton: The Innocence of Father Brown The Wisdom of Father Brown The Donnington Affair Ellis Parker Butler: Philo Gubb Correspondence-School Detective Maurice Leblanc: Arsene Lupin The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin Mabel & Paul Thorne: The Sheridan Road Mystery Marion Harvey: The Mystery of the Hidden Room Grace Livingston Hill: The Mystery of Mary

DETECTIVE EBENEZER GRYCE - Complete Murder-Mysteries Collection: 11 Novels in One Volume

DETECTIVE EBENEZER GRYCE - Complete Murder-Mysteries Collection: 11 Novels in One Volume
Author: Anna Katharine Green
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 2815
Release: 2017-05-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8075831861

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Detective Ebenezer Gryce Series is a collection of eleven novels featuring the author's main character, Detective Ebenezer Gryce of the New York Metropolitan Police Force. The author, Anna Katharine Green, is credited with shaping detective fiction into its classic form, and developing the series detective. Table of Contents: The Leavenworth Case A Strange Disappearance The Mystery of the Hasty Arrow The Sword of Damocles Hand and Ring That Affair Next Door Lost Man's Lane The Circular Study One of My Sons The House of the Whispering Pines Initials Only Anna Katharine Green (1846-1935) was one of the first writers of detective fiction in America and distinguished herself by writing well plotted, legally accurate stories. Green has been called "the mother of the detective novel". She stamped the mystery genre with the distinctive features that would influence writers from Agatha Christie and Conan Doyle to contemporary authors of suspenseful "whodunits".