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The Lady in the Lake

1943258 pagesPhoenix Books

Synopsis

Philip Marlowe is hired to find a missing woman, but the case quickly spirals into a tangled web of deceit involving another missing wife, a gigolo, and murder. Marlowe isn't paid to care, but he's drawn into the dangerous underbelly of Los Angeles where nothing is as it seems. He'll have to navigate a treacherous path to uncover the truth, even if it means confronting powerful and ruthless individuals.

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About the author

Raymond Chandler is the mind behind the classic detective novel The Big Sleep. He's a master of hardboiled crime fiction, known for his sharp dialogue and gritty atmosphere. If you like your mysteries with a tough, cynical edge, you'll find a lot to enjoy here.

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Philip MarloweProtagonist

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