Eager to leave his job as a tour guide in Zimbabwe, international vagabond Anthony Cade meets by chance an old acquaintance who offers him a small sum to dispatch a few errands in England. Ensuing events find Cade at a weekend party at Chimneys, the historic home of Lord Caterham, when a murder occurs. As much a murder mystery as it is a treasure hunt, the tale is chockfull of impersonators, inspectors, riddles, and intrigue. The Secret of Chimneys is a first-class romp and one of Christie's best early thrillers. Includes a detailed biographical note.
Eager to leave his job as a tour guide in Zimbabwe, international vagabond Anthony Cade meets by chance an old acquaintance who offers him a small sum to dispatch a few errands in England. Ensuing events find Cade at a weekend party at Chimneys, the historic home of Lord Caterham, when a murder occurs. As much a murder mystery as it is a treasure hunt, the tale is chockfull of impersonators, inspectors, riddles, and intrigue. The Secret of Chimneys is a first-class romp and one of Christie's best early thrillers. Includes a detailed biographical note.
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