Publication

1974 - Gollancz, London, United Kingdom

Language

English

Word Count

71,000 words, Guess

Page Count

284 pages

Identifiers

and 1 more

Classifications

  • DDC823/.9/1F

Description

A strangler is killing Manhattanites, seemingly at random. The only common thread is the unusual silk cords that are used for the killings; blue for men and pink for women. Other than that, the victims come from all social classes and backgrounds, ethnicities, races, neighbourhoods, etc. The city is in a panic. Ellery Queen forms together a small group of people related to some of the victims, and some consultants, and works to determine the killer's reason for selecting these particular victims. When he finally realizes the thread that connects the victims, the murderer is revealed and peace returns to the city.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • (The complete crime novels of Ellery Queen; vol.19)

Other Editions

  • Cat of many tailsGollancz1974-01-01
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