J. J. Connington Ordre des livres

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"Bacteria inimical to plant growth spread around the world, causing a blight, Jack Flint is invited to become director of operations at Nordernholt's survivalist colony in England's Clyde Valley"-- Provided by publisher

The mysterious death of Johnnie Brandon during a rabbit shoot raises questions of accident, suicide, or murder. Complicating matters are his father's financial misdeeds and the appearance of a gentlemanly lunatic with memory lapses. Chief Constable Sir Clinton Driffield steps in to unravel the complexities of the case, navigating the tangled web of relationships and motives surrounding the estate.

Set against the backdrop of a murder at a dinner meeting, this mystery unfolds with Ambrose Brenthurst's brutal death outside Fountain Court, where secrets abound among the guests. Key figures include Diana Teramond, a Creole actress with a cheetah, and her suitor Percy Fairfoot, whose alibi raises suspicions. As Sir Clinton Driffield investigates, he navigates a web of deceit, conflicting testimonies, and a second murder, all while relying solely on the evidence available to the reader. The novel, published in 1942, invites readers to piece together the truth alongside the detective.

In a gripping mystery, The Counsellor faces a cunning murderer who has constructed a complex web of defenses to evade justice. The plot unfolds with a burning car and an unrecognizable corpse, leading to a verdict of suicide, while the murderer cleverly anticipates potential suspicions and legal loopholes. As the Counsellor navigates through these intricate defenses using clever evidence manipulation, readers are challenged to unravel the mystery alongside him. This captivating tale, published in 1940, promises a thrilling intellectual duel.

The narrative revolves around Hyson, who seizes control of his workplace following his employer's illness, driven by greed and a desire for dominance. His manipulative actions lead to his untimely death, raising questions of suicide versus murder. Sir Clinton Driffield takes on the investigation, complicated by a lurking criminal—a poison-pen writer targeting the community. This intricate mystery promises to engage fans of golden-age detective fiction and J. J. Connington's work, blending suspense with a rich backdrop of intrigue.

The story revolves around Sir Clinton Driffield, a seasoned problem-solver, who is drawn into a murder investigation after discovering the body of a hack journalist with a controversial past. The presence of cash near the body raises suspicions of blackmail, leading to a local landowner with a troubled history. As Driffield delves deeper into the case, another death complicates matters, challenging his skills and delaying the resolution of the unfolding mystery.

Set against a backdrop of intrigue, the story unfolds with the mysterious disappearance of Hazel Deerhurst, who vanishes under peculiar circumstances. As Sir Clinton Driffield delves into the case, he uncovers dark secrets within Hazel's family, including her husband's questionable past. Her role as a secretary to a man entangled in imperial secrets raises questions about her true nature—was she a victim or a villainess? The investigation promises twists that challenge perceptions of innocence and guilt in this captivating mystery.

An ancient golden armlet, the Dangerfield Talisman, valued at fifty thousand pounds, mysteriously vanishes during a storm at a house party hosted by Rollo Dangerfield. Despite its history of being stolen and returning, the guests are drawn into an investigation filled with unexpected complications. As they delve into the mystery, they encounter clever detective work, novel twists, and even a chess problem, making it a captivating puzzle to unravel. This intricate tale, published in 1926, presents a mystery within a mystery that challenges readers to piece together the clues.