Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755145682 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 173
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Every social call brings Richard Rollison, aka ‘The Toff’, closer to death in this thriller that is dominated by characters from all ends of the spectrum. As ‘The Toff’ leaves his calling cards a killer’s pace grows and his confidence with it. Can ‘The Toff’ escape death himself and at the same time unravel the mystery?
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 075513690X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 206
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John Mannering (aka ‘The Baron’), a retired jewel thief, is tempted back into his former occupation by a strange Frenchman who visits him. He becomes involved in a search for a famous jewel collection. However, he finds himself at odds with his old friend Supt. Bristow of Scotland Yard, and on the run as ‘The Baron’ once again .....
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755125711 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 315
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This epic novel embraces the story of the Bow Street Runners, forerunners of the modern police force, founded by novelist Henry Fielding in 1748. They operated from the courts to enforce the decisions of magistrates. John Creasey gives an insight into family life of the time and the struggle between crime and justice. Splendidly authoritative!
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755137809 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 138
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Three agents in West Africa die and one of Dr. Palfrey’s friends has suddenly lost weight. Behind both events is an organisation using a drug that puts world domination within the reach. Blackmail ensues and Palfrey must deal with what could be the worst situation he has ever faced; a brutal conspiracy that threatens the lives of millions.
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755145925 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 207
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Jim Mellor contemplates suicide. His fiancée, Judith, is distraught. His disappearance, following being accused of murder, may have some explanation in the fact that another woman, Clarissa Arden, also knows a James Mellor who is more than capable of committing murder. Can ‘The Toff’ rescue the situation and save the life of an innocent man?
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755125754 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 118
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London's transportation system is experiencing a crime wave, with a ruthless gang victimising unsuspecting commuters. There are also all of the usual thefts and 'ordinary' crimes to deal with. With murders occurring on buses, any passenger may be a target. Panic ensues and only one man, George Gideon, can remove the fear . . .
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 075513687X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 113
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John Mannering (aka ‘The Baron’) owns Quinns, dealing in antique and precious stones. Used to solving seemingly impossible crimes, this time he is the victim. A man seizes diamonds, strikes ‘The Baron’, and makes off. Mannering is taken to hospital and whilst Scotland Yard is working hard on the case, they have very little to go on.
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755137485 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 167
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Fires have broken out. At first they appear to be natural disasters, but they are spreading globally and into cities. Now, an ultimatum from Faustus has been issued. Dr. Palfrey is completely discredited, but is not prepared to take the situation lying down and is determined to get to Faustus and unlock the secret behind the fires.
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755138511 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 290
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Dr. Palfrey and Z5 are up against an Indian mystic who is said to possess an ability to transmit images into the minds of his victims. They consist of either a glorious picture of heaven, or a horrible one of hell, depending upon the Swami’s desire. Palfrey believes his real goal is to rekindle trouble between India and Pakistan.
Author: John Creasey Publisher: House of Stratus ISBN: 0755136861 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 199
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Roger West of Scotland Yard is suffering from overwork and family difficulties. Whilst normally in control, upon this occasion he insults an important witness. This nearly ruins his career, but then leads to the possibility of riches. There is a conspiracy at work and it is up to West to solve this and all of his other problems.
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey
Author: John Creasey