{"title":"Freeman Wills Croft","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the intriguing world of Freeman Wills Crofts, a stalwart figure in the golden age of detective fiction. Known for his meticulous approach to crafting whodunits, Crofts' work has captivated readers with its intricate plots and clever resolutions. As you explore this collection, you'll encounter some of his most celebrated works, including the gripping \u003cem\u003eMystery in the Channel\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFreeman Wills Crofts was a master in the \u003cstrong\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/strong\u003e genre, his writing often characterised by its authenticity and attention to detail. A civil engineer by profession, Crofts brought a unique perspective to his mysteries, incorporating technical expertise and logical deduction into his narratives, making them both educational and thrilling for his audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInspector Joseph French, Crofts' beloved detective, is renowned for his methodical and relentless pursuit of justice. Readers delight in following French as he unravels complex cases with precision and a calm, analytical mind, which are trademark elements of Crofts' storytelling style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us in celebrating the works of Freeman Wills Crofts and immerse yourself in stories that have stood the test of time, bringing the charm and challenge of classic detective fiction to life. Whether you are a seasoned aficionado or new to crime and thriller novels, this collection promises an engaging and intellectually rewarding reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mystery-in-the-channel-by-freeman-wills-croft-9780712356510","title":"Mystery in the Channel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMystery in the Channel\u003c\/em\u003e is a classic crime novel with a strikingly modern sub-text. The story begins with a shocking discovery. The captain of the Newhaven to Dieppe steamer spots a small pleasure yacht lying motionless in the water, and on closer inspection, sees a body lying on the deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen members of his crew go aboard the yacht, they find not one male corpse but two. Both men have been shot, but there is no sign of either the murderer or the pistol. The dead men, it quickly emerges, were called Moxon and Deeping, and they were chairman and vice-chairman respectively of the firm of Moxon General Securities, one of the largest financial houses in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInspector Joseph French of Scotland Yard is called in, reporting directly to the Assistant Commissioner, Sir Mortimer Ellison. French soon discovers that Moxon's is on the brink of collapse. One and a half million pounds have gone missing, and so has one of the partners in the business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMoxon and Deeping seem to have been fleeing the country with their ill-gotten gains, but who killed them, and how? French faces one of the toughest challenges of his career, and in a dramatic climax, risks his life in a desperate attempt to ensure that justice is done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072634208492,"sku":"9780712356510","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16951713482441.jpg?v=1765121535"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/freeman-wills-croft.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}