Death from Nowhere. The Don Diavolo Mysteries. Illustrated, livre ebook

Death from Nowhere by Clayton Rawson is a lively and ingenious entry in The Don Diavolo Mysteries, blending theatrical spectacle, clever misdirection, and a classic Golden Age puzzle into one irresistible tale. Drawing once more on the colorful world of stage magic and illusion, Rawson crafts a mystery where nothing is quite what it seems—and where the truth hides in plain sight.
Don Diavolo, the charming magician and professional escape artist, is accustomed to creating the impossible onstage: vanishing acts, daring escapes, and feats that leave audiences breathless. But when a sudden, inexplicable death occurs under circumstances that appear utterly impossible—striking as if from nowhere—Diavolo finds himself entangled in a real-life mystery far more dangerous than any performance.
With suspects surrounded by airtight alibis and events that seem to defy space and time, the case challenges both the police and common sense. Only someone fluent in deception, sleight of hand, and theatrical trickery can see through the illusion. As Diavolo investigates, each clue reveals another layer of artful misdirection, leading to a solution as surprising as the crime itself.
Fast-paced, witty, and packed with ingenious twists, Death from Nowhere delivers suspense, humor, and puzzle-solving brilliance. A delightful blend of magic and murder, it is perfect for fans of classic detective fiction and impossible-crime mysteries.