Summary
As Nero Wolfe prepares to speak at a gathering of the world’s great chefs, one is found indelicately murdered. When the target for killing shifts to himself, the great detective must close this case quickly or his next meal may be his last.
World-class cuisine, charming company … The secret ingredient is poison.
Everyone knows that too many cooks spoil the broth, but you’d hardly expect it to lead to murder. But that’s exactly what’s on the menu at a five-star gathering of the…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780553763065 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0553763067 |
| Author: | Rex Stout |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Random House USA Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 208 |
| Release Date: | 1 November 1995 |
| Weight: | 201g |
| Dimensions: | 215mm x 139mm x 12mm |
| Series: | Nero Wolfe |
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Critics Review
“It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore.” – The New York Times Book Review
“It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore.”—The New York Times Book Review
About The Author
Rex Stout
Rex Stout (1886-1975) wrote dozens of short stories, novellas, and full-length mystery novels, most featuring his two indelible characters, the peerless detective Nero Wolfe and his handy sidekick, Archie Goodwin.
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