Decoy
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A taut and suspenseful crime thriller, Decoy by Arthur Maling chronicles the dangerous entanglement of a reluctant protagonist drawn into a web of deception, corporate intrigue, and organized crime. Maling, known for his sharp plotting and wry wit, constructs a narrative that uncovers the murky intersection between the legitimate business world and the criminal underworld, a recurring theme throughout his acclaimed body of work. The story moves at a brisk, confident pace, delivering twists that keep the reader perpetually off-balance while grounding the action in a believable, contemporary setting. With crisp dialogue and a sardonic tone, Maling illustrates how ordinary people can find themselves in extraordinarily perilous situations with no easy way out. A standout entry in mid-century American crime fiction, Decoy rewards fans of the genre with intelligent storytelling and a masterfully executed sense of dread.
Author: Arthur Maling
Format: Hardback
Published: 1971, Michael Joseph, London
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A taut and suspenseful crime thriller, Decoy by Arthur Maling chronicles the dangerous entanglement of a reluctant protagonist drawn into a web of deception, corporate intrigue, and organized crime. Maling, known for his sharp plotting and wry wit, constructs a narrative that uncovers the murky intersection between the legitimate business world and the criminal underworld, a recurring theme throughout his acclaimed body of work. The story moves at a brisk, confident pace, delivering twists that keep the reader perpetually off-balance while grounding the action in a believable, contemporary setting. With crisp dialogue and a sardonic tone, Maling illustrates how ordinary people can find themselves in extraordinarily perilous situations with no easy way out. A standout entry in mid-century American crime fiction, Decoy rewards fans of the genre with intelligent storytelling and a masterfully executed sense of dread.