The Problem of the Wire Cage: A Gideon Fell Mystery
The Problem of the Wire Cage: A Gideon Fell Mystery
The Problem of the Wire Cage: A Gideon Fell Mystery
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John Dickson Carr is famous for his puzzling "impossible crime" plots in which corpses are discovered in scenarios that seem to lack any logical explanation. Among all of Carr's ingenious crime scenes, the present case is one of the best known: a dead man is found strangled in the middle of a clay tennis court just after a storm. In the damp dirt, there is one set of footsteps--his own--leading back to the grass; the court is otherwise untouched.
It seems like a case of sudden death but, in order to find who's at fault, the authorities must first solve the mystery of the body's puzzling position. The bafflement has reached a harried volley by the time ace amateur sleuth Dr. Gideon Fell gets involved, bringing to the case a wit capable of cutting through the racket and discovering the truth. With brilliant deductive reasoning and plenty of humor, Fell untethers a confounding set of clues in search of a diabolical killer and a bizarre murder method, serving up a dazzling stroke of genius to expose whodunit.
Reissued for the first time this century, The Problem of the Wire Cage is an atmospheric and amusing Golden Age mystery with a memorable puzzle at its center, perfect for both long-time fans and first-time readers of John Dickson Carr.
It seems like a case of sudden death but, in order to find who's at fault, the authorities must first solve the mystery of the body's puzzling position. The bafflement has reached a harried volley by the time ace amateur sleuth Dr. Gideon Fell gets involved, bringing to the case a wit capable of cutting through the racket and discovering the truth. With brilliant deductive reasoning and plenty of humor, Fell untethers a confounding set of clues in search of a diabolical killer and a bizarre murder method, serving up a dazzling stroke of genius to expose whodunit.
Reissued for the first time this century, The Problem of the Wire Cage is an atmospheric and amusing Golden Age mystery with a memorable puzzle at its center, perfect for both long-time fans and first-time readers of John Dickson Carr.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
His stories are superbly constructed.-- "The Times"
One is always sure of a good crime puzzle and of excellent entertainment when Dr. Fell is on the job.-- "New York Times"
Very few detective stories baffle me nowadays, but Mr. Carr's always do.--Agatha Christie
Amateur sleuth Dr. Gideon Fell ... provides the traditional 'one of you is the murderer' summing-up with aplomb. Brilliant.-- "Booklist" (11/1/2023 12:00:00 AM)
Carr's tricks and puzzles are as thrilling as ever, and Johnson's introduction offers sharp insight into the story's enduring appeal.... This is an ideal introduction to a master of mystery fiction's golden age.-- "Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW" (11/2/2023 12:00:00 AM)
Whodunnit fans, don't miss this!-- "CrimeReads" (1/17/2024 12:00:00 AM)
An atmospheric and amusing Golden Age mystery with a memorable puzzle at its center.... It is certain to create new and appreciative fans of John Dickson Carr and is also a great entry point into his series of beloved Gideon Fell mysteries.-- "Midwest Book Review"
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
American Mystery Classics
Pub date:
2024-01-02
Length:
288 pages
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