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The "Canary" Murder Case: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The "Canary" Murder Case by Willard Huntington Wright — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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The Canary Murder Case is a classic whodunit mystery novel which deals with the murder of a sexy nightclub singer, with Philo Vance as an investigator. The beautiful Margaret Odell, famous Broadway beauty and ex-Follies girl known as "The Canary", is found murdered in her apartment. She has a number of men in her life, ranging from high society to gangsters, and more than one man visited her apartment on the night she dies. It is Philo Vance's characteristic erudition that leads him to a key clue that allows him to penetrate a very clever alibi and reveal the killer.

Quick facts about The "Canary" Murder Case

  • Title: The "Canary" Murder Case
  • Author: Willard Huntington Wright
  • First published: 1927
  • Genre: detective and mystery stories, philo vance (fictitious character), private investigators
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL11158827W

Where to read The "Canary" Murder Case

The "Canary" Murder Case by Willard Huntington Wright is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The "Canary" Murder Case about?

*The Canary Murder Case* is a classic whodunit mystery novel which deals with the murder of a sexy nightclub singer, with Philo Vance as an investigator.

Who wrote The "Canary" Murder Case?

The "Canary" Murder Case was written by Willard Huntington Wright.

When was The "Canary" Murder Case published?

The "Canary" Murder Case was first published in 1927.

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