by Ray Bradbury
First published 1998
From Ellery Queen to Sam Spade, the greatest detectives of the 20th century assemble in this gripping collection of classic crime tales. When a woman vanishes on a train, an invisible man commits murder, and Santa Claus gets a lethal visit, these masterful investigators must use their razor-sharp wits to uncover the truth. With each twist and turn, the stakes climb higher, the suspects multiply, and the race to catch the culprit becomes a white-knuckle sprint to the finish. At the heart of it all, these beloved characters grapple with the complexities of justice, morality, and the dark impulses that drive a person to commit the ultimate act.
Genres: mystery, crime, detective
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigation, mystery
728 pages · Paperback · Quality Paperback Book Club