The Clue of the Twisted Candle

<p>John Lexham, a famous mystery writer, finds himself with money problems after an investment goes poorly. His problems multiply when a confrontation leads to a dead creditor, and John quickly finds himself convicted of the crime and given a lengthy prison sentence. Kara, a rich friend with a shady past, helps John break out of prison and escape abroad.</p> <p>But Lexham soon finds out that sometimes friends can be enemies, and that freedom can be fleeting, as he is soon held captive again. After escaping a second time and being exonerated, John is called upon to help solve Kara’s brutal murder.</p> <p><i>The Clue of the Twisted Candle</i> was published in 1918 and adapted for film in 1960.</p>

Year

2017

Language

English

Publisher

Blurb

Editions

2

ISBN

9781366557827

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