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A gripping Golden Age mystery of deception, passion, and murder, The Amateur Crime by Anthony Cox delivers a sophisticated blend of British crime fiction, psychological suspense, and classic detective storytelling. When an unthinkable crime shatters a quiet English town, it isn't the police who first unravel the clues-it's an ordinary man drawn into an extraordinary mystery. Driven by curiosity and conscience, this unlikely sleuth finds himself entangled in a web of lies, betrayal, and moral danger. Every answer leads to a darker question. Every truth hides another deception. Set against the backdrop of post-war England, Cox crafts an elegant yet chilling tale of murder, motive, and manipulation. With sharp dialogue, unforgettable characters, and a plot full of unexpected twists, The Amateur Crime stands among the finest examples of classic British detective fiction-the kind that keeps readers guessing until the final shocking revelation. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and S. S. Van Dine, this rediscovered vintage mystery combines the charm of the Golden Age whodunit with the psychological complexity of a modern crime thriller. The Amateur Crime is more than a mystery-it's an exploration of guilt, temptation, and the blurred lines between innocence and evil.

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Anthony Cox was a distinguished voice in British crime fiction, known for his sharp intellect, psychological insight, and mastery of Golden Age mystery storytelling. Writing during a period when detective fiction was evolving from genteel puzzles into dark explorations of motive and morality, Cox bridged both worlds-crafting novels that were at once cleverly constructed whodunits and deeply human tales of guilt, deception, and redemption.His work reflects the best traditions of classic British mystery literature, standing beside writers such as Agatha Christie, Margery Allingham, and Anthony Berkeley. Blending the suspense of the noir thriller with the precision of the detective story, Cox's novels reveal a fascination with the psychology of crime-the small decisions and private weaknesses that lead ordinary people to extraordinary acts.Rediscovered by modern readers, Anthony Cox's fiction captures the atmosphere of mid-century England, where class, conscience, and curiosity collide in the timeless pursuit of truth. The Amateur Crime remains one of his most enduring works-a brilliant study in human frailty wrapped in the tension of a classic murder mystery.

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