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Rex Stout
The Black Mountain
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Part of "Nero Wolfe" series
"The Black Mountain," a novel by Rex Stout, is a thrilling mystery that showcases the intellectual prowess of the beloved detective, Nero Wolfe. Set against the backdrop of New York City, the story revolves around a group of men who have returned from the Spanish Civil War, haunted by their experiences and seeking justice for a fallen comrade. Wolfe, a master of deduction and a lover of rare orchids, is reluctantly drawn into the case when one of the veterans, a former cellmate of Wolfe's right-hand man, Archie Goodwin, approaches him for help. The man, a former member of the International Brigades, has been receiving threatening letters and fears for his life. As Wolfe and Archie delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of deceit and corruption that leads them to the titular Black Mountain, a place where the men's pasts come back to haunt them. Stout's prose is sharp and witty, and the banter between Wolfe and Archie is a highlight of the novel. One of the strengths of "The Black Mountain" is its exploration of the psychological effects of war on the men who fought in it. Stout does not shy away from the harsh realities of their experiences, and the novel is all the more powerful for it. Overall, "The Black Mountain" is a satisfying and engaging mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Fans of Nero Wolfe and Rex Stout will not be disappointed, and newcomers to the series will find it to be an excellent introduction to one of the most iconic detective duos in literature...
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If you enjoyed 'The Black Mountain' by Rex Stout, you might like 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie. This psychological thriller follows a group of strangers invited to a mansion on an isolated island, only to be picked off one by one by an unknown killer. Like Stout's novel, this book features a complex and suspenseful plot, as well as a clever and unexpected resolution.
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Fans of 'The Black Mountain' might also enjoy 'The Big Sleep' by Raymond Chandler. This classic detective novel follows private investigator Philip Marlowe as he navigates the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles while trying to solve a complex case involving blackmail, murder, and organized crime. Like Stout's novel, 'The Big Sleep' features a tough, quick-witted protagonist and a twisting, turning plot that will keep you guessing until the very end.
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If you enjoyed the historical elements of 'The Black Mountain', you might like 'The Daughter of Time' by Josephine Tey. This novel follows detective Alan Grant as he becomes obsessed with solving the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, two young princes who disappeared in the Tower of London during the reign of Richard III. Like Stout's novel, 'The Daughter of Time' features a clever and resourceful protagonist, as well as a meticulously researched and thought-provoking plot.
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If you enjoyed the suspenseful and atmospheric elements of 'The Black Mountain', you might like 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This classic mystery novel follows detective Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Dr. Watson as they investigate a series of strange and terrifying events on the foggy moors of Devonshire, including the appearance of a giant, spectral hound. Like Stout's novel, 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' features a gripping and suspenseful plot, as well as a rich and atmospheric setting.
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If you enjoyed the historical and cultural elements of 'The Black Mountain', you might like 'The Nine Tailors' by Dorothy L. Sayers. This mystery novel follows detective Lord Peter Wimsey as he investigates a series of mysterious events in a small village in England, including the theft of a valuable emerald and the discovery of a body in a church tower. Like Stout's novel, 'The Nine Tailors' features a rich and atmospheric setting, as well as a clever and resourceful protagonist.
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Fans of 'The Black Mountain' might also enjoy 'Red Harvest' by Dashiell Hammett. This hard-boiled detective novel follows a private investigator as he is hired to clean up a corrupt town, only to find himself embroiled in a web of violence and deceit. Like Stout's novel, 'Red Harvest' features a tough, quick-witted protagonist and a twisting, turning plot that will keep you guessing until the very end.
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If you enjoyed the witty banter and fast-paced plot of 'The Black Mountain', you might like 'The Thin Man' by Dashiell Hammett. This classic detective novel follows retired detective Nick Charles and his socialite wife Nora as they become embroiled in a complex and dangerous case involving a missing inventor, a wealthy family, and a cast of eccentric characters. Like Stout's novel, 'The Thin Man' features a clever and resourceful protagonist, as well as a witty and engaging plot.
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