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Inspector French's Greatest Case by Freeman Wills Crofts

Well, there you are—silly! What would a woman be who could make up like another woman, and put on an English or American talk, and be remembered by old Londoners? Why, a child could guess that, Watson! Introduction  In the vast realm of detective fiction, Freeman Wills Crofts stands as a pioneer whose work laid the groundwork for many future mystery writers. Among his plethora of novels, "Inspector French's Greatest Case" stands out as a masterclass in crime storytelling. Published in 1924, this classic has weathered the sands of time and continues to captivate readers with its meticulous plotting, sharp characterizations, and the irresistible charm of its protagonist, Inspector Joseph French. Synopsis Set against the backdrop of 1920s England, the novel opens with a seemingly routine theft of the safe of a diamond merchant in London's Hatton Garden. It resulted in the death of one of the firm's veteran employees. As Inspector French inquires into the investigatio...