The Paliser Case

By Edgar Saltus

Book Overview

The Paliser Case is a mystery novel written by Edgar Saltus. The story revolves around the mysterious death of a wealthy and influential New York businessman, Mr. Paliser. The case is investigated by a young and ambitious lawyer named John Quayle, who is determined to uncover the truth behind the death of his client.As Quayle delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that leads him to suspect everyone from Paliser's business partners to his own family members. Along the way, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, including a beautiful and enigmatic woman named Madame Duclos, a cunning detective named Inspector Clarke, and a wealthy socialite named Mrs. Delamere.As the investigation progresses, Quayle finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse, where every clue seems to lead him down a different path. He must use all of his legal and investigative skills to unravel the truth and bring the killer to justice.The Paliser Case is a gripping mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its intricate plot, complex characters, and vivid descriptions of turn-of-the-century New York City, it is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417955147
• ISBN13: 9781417955145
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"