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Book Review: The Chocolate Cobweb by Charlotte Armstrong (1948)

The Chocolate Cobweb is a gripping mystery novel written by Charlotte Armstrong. The book tells the story of Amanda Garth, who discovers that her birth was shrouded in mystery and decides to investigate her true parentage. Amanda approaches the Garrison family, who were briefly involved in her birth mix-up, in the hope of uncovering the truth. However, her search for answers soon turns dangerous when … Continue reading Book Review: The Chocolate Cobweb by Charlotte Armstrong (1948)

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Book Review: Farewell, My Lovely by Raymond Chandler (1940)

Farewell, My Lovely is a classic noir detective novel written by Raymond Chandler, first published in 1940. The story follows private detective Philip Marlowe as he investigates the disappearance of a former convict named Moose Malloy, and his subsequent involvement in a series of murders and double-crosses in 1930s Los Angeles. Chandler’s writing style is known for its vivid and hardboiled prose, as well as … Continue reading Book Review: Farewell, My Lovely by Raymond Chandler (1940)

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Book Review: The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler (1939)

The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler is a classic hard-boiled detective novel, first published in 1939. The book features the iconic private investigator Philip Marlowe, hired by wealthy and retired General Sternwood to investigate a blackmailing case against his younger daughter, Carmen. The plot of the novel is complex, with multiple twists and turns, and involves various characters, including gangsters, gamblers, and corrupt police officers. … Continue reading Book Review: The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler (1939)

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