The Shape of Fear by Hugh Pentecost review

First published in 1963, this is the second in the series featuring Pierre Chambrun and the Beaumont Hotel in New York.

When old Mr. Cardew is found murdered in his room at the hotel, Chambrun, with his staff assisting, determines to bring the killer to justice.  There are plenty of suspects, including a famous race car driver who has been suspected of murder before, his ex-lover, her husband, and several others.

There are diplomats and spies, the police, former Nazis, and assorted other interesting characters.  The plot kept me guessing as to who had done it, and why.  The end was very satisfying. In a few words, a very enjoyable read, with everything I want in a book.

I really liked this book, it was fast paced and exciting.  Looking forward to reading more in this series.



This is part of my 2014 Vintage Mystery BINGO Challenge--Silver--R--Author with a Pseudonym.
It is also one of the books in my Mt. TBR reading challenge--bought December, 2013.