With so many new and exciting books being released all the time, it’s little wonder that previous titles can easily drift into obscurity, even if they were well-received at the time. The benefit of a good book is that it’s not difficult to revive and to once again enjoy the contents of its pages. Here’s a look at some masterpieces of mystery which we found hiding away in a dusty corner. Enjoy!
The Mysterious Mickey Finn - Elliot Paul
Originally written as nothing more than a parody of S.S Van Dine’s work, this character from Elliot Paul ended up being so loved he had a series of his own. Based in Paris, this sleuth had his own mysteries to solve which inevitably ended up in some hilarious exploits.
Thank You, Mr Moto - John P. Marquand
This novel featured an unusual subject: an agent from the Japanese Secret Service. Scooping a Pulitzer Prize for his efforts, John P. Marquand went on to write a series of books based on this character, each with a compelling mystery to solve. In this book the bad guys are attempting to steal valuable Chinese scrolls, creating anti-American propaganda during sensitive pre-WWII times.
Cat of Many Tails - Ellery Queen
Many feel that this epic adventure is one of the very first serial killer novels to be published. Arguably Ellery Queen’s finest work, it’s set in World War II in blistering heat with New York gripped by a psychotic strangler.
These older mysteries are just the start of some of the books on offer at www.mystread.com so check out the on library and see what you can find.
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