{"title":"R. Austin Freeman","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the intriguing world of early 20th-century detective fiction with our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eR. Austin Freeman\u003c\/em\u003e, a master of the crime and thriller genre. Known for pioneering the inverted detective story, Freeman's writings captivate readers with their blend of logic, suspense, and meticulous detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his most celebrated works is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMr. Pottermack's Oversight\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a novel that brilliantly showcases his distinctive style. Famous for creating the forensic expert Dr. John Thorndyke, Freeman's novels are a treasure trove for those who relish meticulously plotted mysteries with unique twists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFreeman's influence on the genre is profound, as he intertwines medical expertise with crime-solving, setting the stage for modern-day forensic thrillers. Whether you are a dedicated mystery enthusiast or new to the genre, his books offer an unforgettable journey into the art of deduction and intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the works of R. Austin Freeman and immerse yourself in stories where every clue is crafted with precision, and every plot is a sophisticated puzzle waiting to be unravelled.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mr-pottermacks-oversight-by-r-austin-freeman-9780712355469","title":"Mr. Pottermack's Oversight","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a sultry afternoon in July, a man stumbles through thick foliage and rough ground, making for the coast. He wears prisoner's garb and the guards are hot on his heels. Happening upon a bather's clothes—the bather nowhere in sight—the escapee takes the risk, changes, and leaves the scene looking the part of the average beachcomber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut it can be hard to stay hidden forever. When a blackmailer intrudes for the last time upon the promising life of the man who now calls himself Mr. Pottermack, a violent fate befalls him, and the stakes are set: Pottermack must avoid discovery at all costs to escape the hangman's noose for murder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Pottermack's attempts to tamper with the evidence arouse the suspicions of the fiercely forensic Dr. Thorndyke, the cat and mouse game is afoot as we follow both detective and suspect in their battle to root out—or bury—the damning truth in this inverted-mystery classic first published in 1930.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072625656044,"sku":"9780712355469","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16941303482441.jpg?v=1765120434"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/r-austin-freeman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}