The Black Camel.

EARL DERR BIGGERS

Publication: The Bobbs-Merrill Company, Publishers, 1929, Indianapolis, 1931

First edition. Spine darkened, spine ends lightly frayed, bookplate of noted mystery collector Adrian Homer Goldstone on front pastedown sheet and a smaller label below his bookplate, else a very good copy in lightly used dust jacket with light wear to the spine ends, corners, and extremities. Silver screen goddess, Sheila Fane, has a deep dark secret that makes her reluctant to marry again, though she has just received such a proposal. While in Honolulu shooting her current film, she consults with Tarneverro, fortuneteller to the stars, as to what she should do. After a lot of contemplation, Tarneverro advises her not to marry. Shortly thereafter, Shiela Fane is found murdered. Enter Honolulu police inspector, Charlie Chan.

Inventory Number: 46401