Edition: 1st uk ed.,

Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

This hardboiled detective novel, The Mink-Lined Coffin, plunges readers into a labyrinth of deceit and danger, characteristic of the genre's golden age. The narrative chronicles the cynical yet sharp-witted private investigator, Bill Crane, as he navigates the murky underworld of 1930s Chicago. Latimer masterfully constructs a suspenseful plot, presenting a complex murder mystery interwoven with dark humor and unexpected twists. The story illustrates the gritty realities of crime and corruption, all while maintaining a brisk pace and engaging dialogue. It is a quintessential example of classic detective fiction, offering both thrilling entertainment and a keen insight into human nature's darker impulses.