The High Hand - Jacques Futrelle - Bog

The High Hand is a mystery novel written by Jacques Futrelle. The story follows the investigation of a murder that takes place on a train traveling from Chicago to New York. The victim is a wealthy businessman who is found dead in his compartment, and the only clues to the killer's identity are a set of fingerprints and a mysterious message left at the scene of the crime.The investigation is led by Detective Ebenezer Gryce, who is assisted by a young journalist named Florence Lloyd. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover a web of deceit and betrayal that leads them to a surprising conclusion.The novel is set in the early 1900s and is filled with vivid descriptions of the train journey and the characters who inhabit it. The writing is engaging and suspenseful, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing until the very end.Overall, The High Hand is a classic mystery novel that will appeal to fans of the genre and anyone who enjoys a good whodunit. It is a well-crafted tale of murder and intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the final page.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.