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A detective from Scotland Yard grapples with the conman Harlow, a wealthy and respected man who commits his crimes, thefts, and frauds with ease, as if they were jokes. Sub-Inspector Carlton gradually uncovers his tricks, which involve a charming girl. Unexpected revelations during the investigation change the perspective on Harlow and his methods. Even though Harlow is ultimately imprisoned, his game does not end, as he prepares one last joke that leaves everyone in shock. The story explores themes of fraud, manipulation, and moral ambiguity, while tension and surprises keep the reader in constant anticipation.
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The Joker, Edgar Wallace
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- Titel
- The Joker
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Edgar Wallace
- Verlag
- Pan Books
- Einband
- Paperback
- Reihe
- Kategorien
- Schlagwörter
- Krimi, Großbritannien, Detektive, London, DC Comics, Scotland Yard, Joker
- Erstveröffentlichung
- 1926
- Originaltitel
- The Joker
- Bewertung
- 3,3 von 5 Sternen
- Beschreibung
- A detective from Scotland Yard grapples with the conman Harlow, a wealthy and respected man who commits his crimes, thefts, and frauds with ease, as if they were jokes. Sub-Inspector Carlton gradually uncovers his tricks, which involve a charming girl. Unexpected revelations during the investigation change the perspective on Harlow and his methods. Even though Harlow is ultimately imprisoned, his game does not end, as he prepares one last joke that leaves everyone in shock. The story explores themes of fraud, manipulation, and moral ambiguity, while tension and surprises keep the reader in constant anticipation.