The novel follows the story of Detective Inspector John Dickson, who is assigned to investigate a series of mysterious deaths in London. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a sinister black market operation that is responsible for the deaths. With the help of his assistant, Sergeant Tom Smith, Dickson must unravel the mystery and bring the criminals to justice. The novel is set in the 1930s, and explores the dark side of London's underworld. It is a thrilling and suspenseful story, full of twists and turns, as Dickson and Smith battle to uncover the truth. Along the way, they must confront dangerous criminals, and face the consequences of their actions.
By Arthur Gask · First published 1945 · Genre: Crime Fiction, Mystery, Thriller