The Drums of Jeopardy

"The Drums of Jeopardy" by Harold MacGrath is a suspenseful tale set in post-war America, where the sudden appearance of John Hawksley, an enigmatic Englishman, throws Albany into turmoil. He finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse from the moment he gets off the train, narrowly avoiding a relentless pursuer. The air thickens with mystery as another shadowy figure, known only as "Quasimodo," joins the hunt, turning Hawksley's every move into a desperate fight for survival that leads to conflict. Amidst the chaos, Kitty Conover, a spirited newspaper assistant, steps into the fray, her destiny becoming entwined with Hawksley's as the story suggests a captivating blend of intrigue and potential partnership.

Harold MacGrath was a bestselling and prolific American novelist, short story writer, and screenwriter. He sometimes completed more than one novel per year for the mass market, covering romance, spies, mystery, and adventure.