Death'S Mannikins (Dolls Of Death)

A doll hides a deadly secret step into a world where innocence masks murder and every small thing matters. Death s Mannikins (Dolls of Death) is Max Afford s masterful blend of psychological thriller and classic whodunit. When inexplicable deaths surround a collection of eerie dolls, a determined investigator peels back polite society s veneer to reveal greed, obsession, and a chilling game of revenge. Afford s crisp plotting and atmospheric suspense make this vintage crime story a riveting mystery thriller novel that keeps readers guessing to the last page. Long celebrated by aficionados of detective fiction and Australian detective novel history, this 1930s mystery fuses sharp crime investigation with haunting psychological insight. Afford crafts tense scenes of interrogation and revelation, delivering both an accurate period portrait and a timeless murder mystery that reads like a modern suspenseful plot. Whether you love fast-paced whodunit novels or the slower burn of psychological thrillers, Death s Mannikins satisfies. This edition from Alpha Editions restores text and context: out of print for decades, now carefully republished and restored for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, this release is a collector s item and cultural treasure perfect for casual readers, classic mystery book collectors, and anyone intrigued by vintage crime story pedigree. Rediscover Max Afford s celebrated work and a pivotal piece of Australian detective fiction history.