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With Links of Steel: Detective Carter Mystery
John R. Coryell
出版DigiCat, 2022-11-13
主題Fiction / Mystery & Detective / Private InvestigatorsYoung Adult Fiction / Mysteries & Detective Stories
ISBNEAN:8596547396147
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=EkqVEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋John R. Coryell's 'With Links of Steel: Detective Carter Mystery' weaves a tale of intrigue and suspense in the classic mode of detective fiction. As an exemplary work within the early 20th-century literary tradition, Coryell delivers a compelling narrative featuring the astute and intrepid detective Nick Carter. The narrative, rich with the period's stylistic flourishes, evokes the spirit of the age and plunges the reader into the midst of a high-stakes heist involving the treacherous Kilgore diamond gang. Embodying the serialized storytelling of the era, 'With Links of Steel' offers an intricate plot and sustained tension, characteristic of the Nick Carter detective stories that garnered immense popularity in their time. John R. Coryell, one of the original creators of the iconic Nick Carter, was instrumental in establishing the detective genre's blueprint. With deep roots in serialized adventure narratives and sensational literature, Coryell imbued his protagonist with skills that resonate with the heroic and analytical sleuth archetype. Drawing on a legacy of detective tales, Coryell's narrative expertise is evident as he unravels the multifaceted case before Nick Carter, with an intricate understanding of the criminal underworld and the psychology of his characters. 'With Links of Steel' stands as a must-read for aficionados of detective fiction and those intrigued by the narratives that shaped the genre's early formative years. The book invites readers into an epoch where the detective's sharp mind and methodical approach to crime-solving captivated audiences worldwide. For contemporary audiences, Coryell's work not only provides an entertaining mystery but also offers valuable insights into the literary heritage of the detective genre. This volume is an essential addition to the collection of anyone who appreciates the enduring allure of cerebral crime stories and the timeless figure of the detective.