The Fatal Glove. A Noel Pinson. Illustrated

113 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h25min.
When a wealthy recluse is found dead in his country estate, a single white glove—curiously placed and stained with blood—becomes the strange and central clue. Journalist-turned-investigator Noel Pinson is drawn into the case, using his sharp eye and relentless curiosity to uncover what the police overlook. As he moves through a web of family secrets, jealous rivalries, and buried scandals, Pinson must determine whether the glove was a symbol, a distraction, or the key to a carefully calculated crime. Walling’s prose is intelligent, subtle, and full of quiet tension. He excels at building suspense through conversations, character psychology, and a strong sense of setting. Unlike more flamboyant detectives of the era, Noel Pinson is methodical and observant—an everyman whose logic and tenacity reveal surprising depths. The Fatal Glove stands out for its clever construction, elegant pacing, and satisfying resolution. It’s a mystery driven more by deduction and motive than dramatic action, appealing to readers who enjoy thought-provoking, detail-rich crime fiction. For fans of classic British mysteries and the quietly brilliant amateur sleuth, The Fatal Glove is an engaging and rewarding addition to the Golden Age canon.