Author Description

A single sip. A locked room of suspects. A baffling death that refuses to add up. Poison Can Be Puzzling is a taut, suspenseful whodunit from acclaimed Australian author Max Afford a vintage crime thriller that pulls readers through a maze of motives, red herrings, and forensic cunning. Set in the tense atmosphere of 1940s detective story craft, this classic mystery follows a sharp-minded sleuth as they unravel a puzzling poison plot, turning everyday graces into clues in a murder mystery that reads like a modern crime investigation. Rediscovered after decades out of print, this Alpha Editions release has been carefully restored for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, this edition is a collector s item: meticulously edited, respectfully typeset, and presented as a cultural treasure for fans of Max Afford books and classic crime literature alike. Readers who love detective fiction, vintage crime thrillers, and suspenseful whodunits will find the cerebral tension and atmospheric detail irresistible. Perfect for casual readers seeking a gripping page-turner and classic literature collectors building a definitive library, Poison Can Be Puzzling is an essential addition to any shelf of classic mystery and crime investigation fiction. Reclaim a lost piece of Australian authorial craft and savor a murder mystery that proves the deadliest puzzles are the ones that masquerade as ordinary life.