"The Florentine Dagger: A Novel for Amateur Detectives" by Ben Hecht is a murder mystery that unfolds in early 20th-century New York, where playwright Julien De Medici becomes embroiled in a complex investigation after the death of his friend, Victor Ballau. Julien's world is further complicated by his feelings for Victor's daughter, Florence, as he must navigate the implications of her father's murder amidst a backdrop of love, betrayal, and suspicion. The story begins with Julien in Victor's library, where he reflects on his past, artistic dreams, and growing affection for Florence. The tension escalates with Florence's arrival, bringing alarming news, and soon explodes into chaos when Julien discovers Victor's body, a dagger in his chest, which pulls Julien into a desperate search for the truth, jeopardizing his romance and sense of self.
The Florentine Dagger: A Novel for Amateur Detectives
By Ben Hecht
A playwright's affection turns to turmoil when he finds his friend murdered and must untangle a web of deceit to clear his name and protect the woman he loves.
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About the AuthorBen Hecht was an American screenwriter, director, producer, playwright, journalist, and novelist. A journalist in his youth, he went on to write 35 books and some of the most enjoyed screenplays and plays in America. He received screen credits, alone or in collaboration, for the stories or screenplays of some seventy films.
Ben Hecht was an American screenwriter, director, producer, playwright, journalist, and novelist. A journalist in his youth, he went on to write 35 books and some of the most enjoyed screenplays and plays in America. He received screen credits, alone or in collaboration, for the stories or screenplays of some seventy films.
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