Death of a Tall Man
by Frances Lockridge, Richard Lockridge
Inspector Heimrich, Mr. and Mrs. North mysteries (9)
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Mr. and Mrs. North investigate the brutal murder of a Manhattan doctor Dr. Andrew Gordon is an orderly man, and the women who work in his office can predict his movements as regularly as clockwork. So when Grace Spencer enters his office, she expects him to look up and smile, as he does every time she walks in. But this time he doesn't raise his head. Dr. Gordon is dead. Though he was bludgeoned in his office, just a few feet from where his nurses were working, no one was seen entering or show more leaving. It's an impossible murder, and it will take more than a doctor to stop this kind of sickness. Pamela North spots Lt. William Weigand on his way to the crime scene, and she can't resist tagging along. The doctor's death is no medical mystery, but this case will be solved thanks to one of the great marvels of the twentieth century: the collective minds of Mr. and Mrs. North. Death of a Tall Man is the 9th book in the Mr. and Mrs. North Mysteries, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order. show lessTags
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Pam North usually is drawn to murder like a moth to a flame; however, in Death of a Tall Man, the ninth mystery in the fabulous Mr. and Mrs. North series, Pam just happens on the crime scene. Renowned eye specialist Dr. Andrew Gordon was bludgeoned to death in offices, and there are no end of suspects: a stepson in the throes of severe PTSD (then called “combat fatigue”), a much younger wife in whom a handsome neighbor has an interest, the handsome neighbor, some disgruntled patients, a dodgy brother-in-law. I won’t spoil the surprise ending, except with one hint: Readers should take a page from Lieutenant Bill Weigand and never underestimate Pam North’s instincts.
Reuniting with the Norths — especially good-hearted, lively Pam show more — always proves a pleasure, and this novel was no exception. I devoured this one in two days. I can’t wait for book No. 10, Murder Within Murder! show less
Reuniting with the Norths — especially good-hearted, lively Pam show more — always proves a pleasure, and this novel was no exception. I devoured this one in two days. I can’t wait for book No. 10, Murder Within Murder! show less
A curious death in a medical office. Who bonked Dr. Gordon at his desk? And why? And how does Pamela North manage to get herself mixed up in this one? Delightful detection on her part, clever misdirection, and some of the best cat antics of the series. Foggy drives in the country, and a big old house and grounds to host the final shenanigans. Brief appearance by Captain Heimrich of the New York State Police, who hasn't yet made himself enough of a presence to warrant his own series. An oldie, but a goodie.
A curious death in a medical office. Who bonked Dr. Gordon at his desk? And why? And how does Pamela North manage to get herself mixed up in this one? Delightful detection on her part, as well as some of the best cat antics of the series. Foggy drives in the country, and a big old house and grounds to host the final shenanigans. Brief appearance by Captain Heimrich of the New York State Police, who hasn't yet made himself enough of a presence to warrant his own series. An oldie, but a goodie.
A curious death in a medical office. Who bonked Dr. Gordon at his desk? And why? And how does Pamela North manage to get herself mixed up in this one? Delightful detection on her part, as well as some of the best cat antics of the series. Foggy drives in the country, and a big old house and grounds to host the final shenanigans. Brief appearance by Captain Heimrich of the New York State Police, who hasn't yet made himself enough of a presence to warrant his own series. An oldie, but a goodie.
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Richard Orson Lockridge was born on September 26, 1898 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He was a writer of detective fiction. Along with his wife Francis, Richard Lockridge created the famous American mystery series, Mr. and Mrs, North. Lockridge was educated at the University of Missouri. He began working as a reporter on the Kansas City Kansan and the show more Kansas City Star. In 1932, Lockridge published his first book, Darling of Misfortune: Edwin Booth: 1833-1893. In 1937, Frances Lockridge conceived the plot for a detective novel, but had problems with her characters. Richard Lockridge collaborated with his wife, using her plot and the characters he had created earlier for a series of comic sketches in The New Yorker, Mr. and Mrs. North. The book was published in 1940 as The Norths Meet Murder, launching a series of twenty-six novels, which was adapted for the stage, film, radio, and television. The Lockridge's went on to write several mystery series including Lt. Heimrich series, Nathan Shapiro series and Paul Lane series. Richard Lockridge died in 1982 after s series of strokes. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- Canonical title
- Death of a Tall Man
- Original publication date
- 1946
- People/Characters
- Jerry North; Pam North
- First words
- Deborah Brooks watched her step getting out, in accordance with instructions, and the elevator door banged heavily behind her.
- Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)"Especially on mine," Pam North said.
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