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Murder from Three Angles.
Dansford, the wealthy financier, has arranged a meeting with seven fellow businessmen, to be held at his country residence, 'Colham Gorse'. Each of the seven men represent a failing concern, which Dansford is convinced he will be able to make good - if only his guests are willing to accede to his terms. Also present is the house's previous owner, Chauncey Colham, and his niece Letty, whom Dansford now employs as his host and hostess. Tensions run high, but when Dansford is found dead at the side of a lake in the grounds, no less than three parties set about investigating the Letty Colham and Dansford's young secretary, Tommy Hope; the local constabulary, headed by Major Loyt and Superintendent Mellon; and the C.I.D., in the form of Inspector Chace. Three sets of investigators. Three angles. One crime. Whose angle will prove correct? Originally published in 1934 in Collins's celebrated 'Crime Club' imprint, this is a classic British murder mystery from the golden age of detective fiction!
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First published January 1, 1934
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February 26, 2018
Probably 3.5 stars.
For starters, the title is a bit misleading, as, effectively, the investigation is tackled from two angles, by the local police force and by Scotland Yard, with only a very little amateur input. The first angle is really only the lead up to the death of Mr Dansford.
Secondly, the Chief Constable, Major Loyt, must be the narrowest and most incompetent ever portrayed in GA detection. His failure to call in Scotland Yard at an early stage is positively criminal!
However, this is one of the better Loder novels. Chief Inspector Chace is both interesting and able. The romance angle is light and does not get in the way of the plot. The solution was unexpected but fair.
A most enjoyable read, apart from the irritating Chief Constable.
For starters, the title is a bit misleading, as, effectively, the investigation is tackled from two angles, by the local police force and by Scotland Yard, with only a very little amateur input. The first angle is really only the lead up to the death of Mr Dansford.
Secondly, the Chief Constable, Major Loyt, must be the narrowest and most incompetent ever portrayed in GA detection. His failure to call in Scotland Yard at an early stage is positively criminal!
However, this is one of the better Loder novels. Chief Inspector Chace is both interesting and able. The romance angle is light and does not get in the way of the plot. The solution was unexpected but fair.
A most enjoyable read, apart from the irritating Chief Constable.
August 28, 2024
Another corker!
An excellent golden age crime story, written with the usual wit and flair I’ve come to expect from Vernon Loder. Plenty of red herrings and character revelations leading to an unexpected conclusion. Highly recommend!
An excellent golden age crime story, written with the usual wit and flair I’ve come to expect from Vernon Loder. Plenty of red herrings and character revelations leading to an unexpected conclusion. Highly recommend!
November 30, 2024
The murder investigation gives an amusing view into class prejudices and attitutes to business.
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