{"product_id":"a-coffin-from-hong-kong-1","title":"A Coffin from Hong Kong by James Hadley Chase [rare books]","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"327\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eBook Summary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"327\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eA Coffin from Hong Kong\u003c\/em\u003e is a crime thriller novel by British author James Hadley Chase, first published in 1957. The story revolves around a dark and gripping plot set against the backdrop of Hong Kong, a city teeming with intrigue, danger, and hidden secrets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"696\" class=\"\"\u003eThe novel follows the journey of a man named Philip Ogleby, who becomes entangled in a complex web of deception, murder, and betrayal after receiving a mysterious coffin from Hong Kong. The coffin, which is supposed to contain something valuable, turns out to be the key to a much larger conspiracy involving smuggling, corruption, and a ruthless criminal underworld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"970\" class=\"\"\u003eChase masterfully builds suspense, creating a fast-paced narrative filled with unexpected twists and morally ambiguous characters. The novel is a classic example of Chase's knack for crafting hard-boiled crime stories with intricate plots and a strong sense of atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1397\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1397\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Hadley Chase\u003c\/strong\u003e (1906–1985) was a British author renowned for his crime and thriller novels, many of which were set in the gritty underworlds of cities around the world. He was a prolific writer, with over 90 novels to his name, known for his sharp dialogue, suspenseful plots, and vivid characterizations. Chase's work often explored themes of crime, betrayal, and the darker sides of human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45157468209338,"sku":"2QUFUEYO1-Used","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/1_eed67bc2-1bae-41e6-a5a5-20ab33469490.jpg?v=1758053914","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/a-coffin-from-hong-kong-1","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}