The Gay Phoenix
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The Gay Phoenix

4.0 / 5
1976
192 pages
Fiction, mystery & detective, traditionalSir John Appleby (fictitious character)England, fictionLondon (england), fictionSir Appleby, John (Fictitious character)FictionPoliceMystery & DetectiveGeneralAppleby, john, sir (fictitious character), fiction

> When tycoon Charles Povey is killed in a bizarre boating accident, his corrupt, look-alike brother, Arthur, adopts his identity and his financial empire. But the charade becomes complicated when one of Charles's many mistresses sees through the guise and blackmails Arthur. Enter retired detective, Sir John Appleby...

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