The Missing Partners - Wade, Henry

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Biographie:
Henry Wade was the pseudonym of Major Sir Henry Lancelot Aubrey-Fletcher (1887-1969), English writer and baronet, who created the character of Inspector John Poole.Wade was born in Surrey and educated at Eton and Oxford. He served in both world wars as a Grenadier Guard. The Wade pseudonym was taken from his mother's maiden name. Wade wrote both traditional and inverted mysteries, and published stories in Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine.He was one of the leading authors during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction and authored over 20 novels.The English writer Timoty John Binyon said if his fellow crime writer. . . . . . there can be no doubt that Wade is one of the outstanding authors not only of the thirties, but also of the immediate post-war period. His novels are varied in plot and situation...

Sommaire:
In the heart of London, two prominent businessmen mysteriously vanish without a trace. Cousins James and Charles Morden run a shipping company in Liverpool that is, in the wake of the Great War, struggling. It appears there have been financial irregularities, and then James Morden's body is washed up on a bank of the Mersey. As the police struggle to piece together the puzzle, Inspector Poole of Scotland Yard is called in to lead the investigation. Known for his sharp intellect and unyielding determination, Poole faces his most challenging case yet. The Missing Partners weaves a complex tale of deceit, betrayal, and high-stakes financial intrigue. With each clue, Inspector Poole uncovers layers of conspiracy that reach the highest echelons of society. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets, where every ally could be a suspect and every step closer to the truth brings greater danger. Henry Wade masterfully crafts a suspenseful narrative, blending rich character development with meticulous detail. The atmosphere is tense, the stakes are high, and the clock is ticking. Will Inspector Poole unravel the mystery before it's too late, or will the missing partners remain lost forever in the shadows of London's underworld? Perfect for fans of classic detective fiction and lovers of intricate mysteries, The Missing Partners is a gripping tale that will keep readers guessing until the final, shocking revelation....