Description
Condition Notes: This vintage paperback copy of Tangle with Fear by Meryl Sawyer shows signs of its age and use, with a creased spine and some edge wear, but remains intact and readable. The pages have taken on a slight toning, adding to the book’s vintage charm.
Tangle with Fear is a thrilling mystery novel published in 1954, at the height of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. Meryl Sawyer was a pseudonym used by prolific writer Liza Barr, known for her intricate plots and vivid characters. This novel follows private investigator Clive Denton as he untangles a web of deceit and danger surrounding a wealthy family’s dark secrets.
Set against the backdrop of post-war America, Tangle with Fear captures the era’s fascination with crime fiction and its exploration of societal tensions and moral ambiguities. Sawyer’s writing style is reminiscent of contemporaries like Raymond Chandler and Dashiell Hammett, with sharp dialogue and atmospheric descriptions that transport readers to the gritty urban landscapes of mid-20th century America.
For collectors and readers alike, this vintage paperback offers a glimpse into a beloved era of crime fiction, with its well-worn pages bearing witness to the enduring appeal of Sawyer’s suspenseful storytelling.
