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Death spins the wheel

Death spins the wheel

ClassicsCrime
Pages
190
Published
1965
Language
English

Synopsis

Inspector Littlejohn investigates a perplexing case when a seemingly accidental death at a seaside resort reveals a web of secrets and suspicious characters. As he delves deeper, he uncovers hidden motives and long-held grudges among the seemingly respectable residents. The inspector must piece together the truth before the killer strikes again.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

Tense
Locked Room

Genres

Classics Crime Mystery

About the author

G
George Bellairs

The pen name of Harold Blundell, a British detective novelist. Harold Blundell was a prominent banker and philanthropist from Manchester with close connections to the University of Manchester. He was born in Lancashire and married Gwladys Mabel Roberts in 1930. Over a span of forty years, Blundell as Bellairs wrote over fifty novels in his spare time. He was best known for his popular series featuring gruff, pipe-smoking Detective Inspector Thomas Littlejohn. His books are set at a time when t...

Frequently asked questions

  • Does this book need to be read in order with other Inspector Littlejohn mysteries?

    This title functions as a standalone mystery and does not require knowledge of previous entries in the series to follow the plot or character development.

  • Is the story based on real events or people?

    While the narrative is a work of fiction, it reflects the author's interest in incorporating international settings and historical contexts like the French Resistance into his traditional British detective framework.