The Murders in Praed Street
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The Murders in Praed Street (1928) is a detective novel by John Rhode, a leading exponent of methodical, clue-focused Golden Age police procedural fiction.
Rhode’s work emphasizes scientific detection, careful plotting, and rational reconstruction of crimes, often featuring Inspector Hanslet or other recurring investigators.
The novel typifies Rhode’s preference for puzzle-and-procedure narratives over thriller-style adventuring.
In the podcast it’s referenced as the upcoming Green Penguin Book Club selection and recommended reading for listeners following the series.
Rhode’s work emphasizes scientific detection, careful plotting, and rational reconstruction of crimes, often featuring Inspector Hanslet or other recurring investigators.
The novel typifies Rhode’s preference for puzzle-and-procedure narratives over thriller-style adventuring.
In the podcast it’s referenced as the upcoming Green Penguin Book Club selection and recommended reading for listeners following the series.
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as the next Green Penguin title to be covered in the series.

Caroline Crampton

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