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The Puzzle Lock - cover

The Puzzle Lock

R. Austin Freeman

Publisher: Ktoczyta.pl

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Summary

A gang of jewel thieves has come to the attention of the police. Will Dr. Thorndike be able to find the leader and the jewels? It would seem that the jewel merchant has a strong room with a puzzle lock where there are too many combinations to solve. But can it be done.
Available since: 03/08/2022.
Print length: 253 pages.

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