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If given the opportunity, Mitch Blaine prefers to spend his free time relaxing in the sun while contemplating creative ways to grow his savings for a rainy day. An opportunity arises while Blaine and his trusted partner, Beyer, recuperate from their latest misadventure. He receives an urgent phone call from a colleague: one of the planes in the Paspaley Aviation fleet has mysteriously vanished without a trace. Neill O’Malley wants Blaine to assist him in recovering the plane and its precious cargo and is prepared to make it worthwhile for the adventurer. Although Blaine may view this as just another run-of-the-mill investigation, nothing prepares him for the ruthlessness of the individuals involved in a heinous crime in The Missing Mallard Mystery by Rod Lewin.
Rod Lewin’s The Missing Mallard Mystery combines suspense with incredibly detailed historical facts to create a unique adventure. The character development includes a comprehensive origin story for Blaine, outlining his relationship with Beyer and referencing their adventures in previous books. This approach helps new readers understand Blaine’s sometimes unconventional investigation techniques while maintaining continuity for Lewin’s followers. The banter is lighthearted, featuring Lewin’s storytelling style that interweaves history with humor. Discerning historical fiction enthusiasts will appreciate how Beyer transitions into historical diatribes just before Blaine does something interesting. Mystery genre fans will value the strategically placed clues, which effectively heighten the suspense as the narrative unfolds. Lewin weaves these elements together at a gradual pace to create an immersive novel that engages readers from start to finish.
