"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.
The Drums of Jeopardy
By Harold MacGrath
In a fog-laden city, a mysterious man is hunted by relentless foes, forcing him into a desperate struggle where survival depends on cunning and unexpected alliances.
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1999-10-01
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About the AuthorHarold 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.
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.
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