Description
The author sets the stage in this exciting detective novel in the 1892 World Fair in Chicago. The event makes for an excellent and unique setting where fast-paced happenings and unexpected mysteries can crop up at any time.Lawrence H. Lynchs Against Odds follows the tale of Carl Masters, one of many secret service agents stationed in Chicago to make sure everything runs smoothly at the World Fair, and the local criminal gangs dont get a chance to disrupt the historic event. Although the plot progresses slowly at first, it isnt long before Masters has to deal with a jewel robbery and the exciting events following the seemingly coincidental interactions between Miss June Jenrys and a strange young woman.Kidnappings, robberies and counterfeiting, as well as an unusual disappearance, are just a few of the wide array of mysteries that Masters soon has to deal with. Will he be able to solve them before its too late?This tantalizingly engaging detective tale will push your deduction skills to the limit as you follow the fast-paced, well-designed plot to its conclusion. All is not what it seems, and even modern readers will find that the story isnt as straightforward as it may appear in its beginning pages. All in all, this classic mystery will definitely lead you to searching for the authors other inspired works as well.Lawrence H. Lynch (1853 1914) is one of only a handful of fictional writers to include such descriptive images and details from the 1892 Worlds Fair in Chicago. With stunning views of the White City, rich descriptions of the throngs that have taken part in the event and plenty of historically accurate information for history buffs to sink their teeth into, this short detective story is an excellent read for anyone who wishes to know more about the real life, exotic setting of the First World Fair.