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Tiger By The Tail by James Hadley Chase [rare books]

Tiger By The Tail by James Hadley Chase [rare books]

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Tiger by the Tail (1954) is a fast-paced crime thriller by British author James Hadley Chase. The story follows Ken Holland, a respectable bank official, who, while his wife is away, succumbs to temptation and spends a night with a call girl named Fay Carson. The next morning, he discovers Fay murdered in her apartment. Panicking, Ken wipes away any evidence and flees the scene, but is seen by a neighbor. This sets off a chain of events involving gangsters, corrupt politicians, blackmailers, and the police, all of whom have their own agendas. Ken finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger, trying to clear his name while uncovering the true motives behind Fay's murder. The novel unfolds over a period of just thirty hours, showcasing a relentless pace and a series of unexpected twists. 

About the Author: 

James Hadley Chase (1906–1985) was a British author renowned for his crime and thriller novels. Born René Lodge Brabazon Raymond, he adopted several pen names, including James Hadley Chase, under which he wrote over 90 novels. His works often featured hard-boiled protagonists and intricate plots, drawing comparisons to American noir writers. Chase's writing was influenced by his experiences and research into American slang and the underworld, despite never having lived in the United States. Many of his novels were adapted into films, solidifying his reputation as a master of suspense and crime fiction.

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