Behind that Curtain: 3

In Behind That Curtain, the third novel in the celebrated Charlie Chan series, detective Chan journeys from the familiar streets of San Francisco to the high society of British India to unravel a complex web of intrigue and murder. When Herbert Holt's sudden death raises troubling questions amid a gathering of influential expatriates and aristocrats, Chan's methodical deduction and disarming insight reveal that appearances can deceive even the most confident social circles. Earl Derr Biggers blends atmospheric settings, cultural contrast, and classic detective structure in a story that keeps readers engaged from the first clue to the final reveal. With its combination of puzzle, character, and exotic locale, Behind That Curtain is a standout entry in one of early American detective fiction's most beloved series.This Impact Books edition brings this Golden Age mystery back into print for readers who enjoy traditional whodunits, memorable sleuths, and vivid international backdrops.