The Spanish Cape Mystery

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A house party at a millionaire’s hacienda turns into a crime scene in this classic detective novel by an Edgar Award–winning Grand Master. The Godfrey family is vacationing along the North Atlantic seaboard, seeking tranquility and leisure. However, one evening, Rosa and her uncle David argue about her secret romance with the charming yet dubious John Marco, who has no apparent means of support. Suddenly, a towering one-eyed man with a .38 revolver appears. The next day, renowned sleuth Ellery Queen arrives from New York City, eager for a summer escape, only to find himself in the midst of chaos. After rescuing Rosa, he learns that her captor mistakenly attacked David instead of John. The situation escalates when John is discovered dead, stark naked except for a black fedora and an extravagant opera cloak. With numerous guests and household members potentially harboring motives, Ellery must unravel the mystery of John’s death and the fate of his clothes. This iconic series, inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and lauded by Agatha Christie, features meticulously placed clues, logical deduction, and a captivating 1930s atmosphere, making it a delightful read for fans of intricate puzzles.