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Murder in the Gunroom

Murder in the Gunroom

By: H. Beam Piper
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The Lane Fleming collection of vintage pistols and revolvers is renowned nationwide. When Fleming is discovered lifeless in his secured gun room, clutching a Confederate-made Colt-type percussion .36 revolver, the verdict is accidental death. However, Flemings widow, Gladys, isnt convinced. She hires Colonel Jefferson Davis Rand, a private detective and fellow gun enthusiast, to catalogue, evaluate, and negotiate the sale of her late husbands collection. The list of people who coveted the collection is long, but did someone desire it so much they would kill for it? And if so, how did they accomplish it? Dive into this riveting mystery set against the gripping backdrop of firearm history and collecting. Its a thrilling journey that remains grounded in logic, introducing a clever and intriguing new private detective. Whether or not youre a gun aficionado, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat.Copyright Retro Radio Art Literary History & Criticism True Crime
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  • 22 - Murder in the Gunroom by H. Beam Piper
    Jun 10 2025
    The Lane Fleming collection of vintage pistols and revolvers is renowned nationwide. When Fleming is discovered lifeless in his secured gun room, clutching a Confederate-made Colt-type percussion .36 revolver, the verdict is accidental death. However, Flemings widow, Gladys, isnt convinced. She hires Colonel Jefferson Davis Rand, a private detective and fellow gun enthusiast, to catalogue, evaluate, and negotiate the sale of her late husbands collection. The list of people who coveted the collection is long, but did someone desire it so much they would kill for it? And if so, how did they accomplish it? Dive into this riveting mystery set against the gripping backdrop of firearm history and collecting. Its a thrilling journey that remains grounded in logic, introducing a clever and intriguing new private detective. Whether or not youre a gun aficionado, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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    30 mins
  • 21 - Murder in the Gunroom by H. Beam Piper
    Jun 10 2025
    The Lane Fleming collection of vintage pistols and revolvers is renowned nationwide. When Fleming is discovered lifeless in his secured gun room, clutching a Confederate-made Colt-type percussion .36 revolver, the verdict is accidental death. However, Flemings widow, Gladys, isnt convinced. She hires Colonel Jefferson Davis Rand, a private detective and fellow gun enthusiast, to catalogue, evaluate, and negotiate the sale of her late husbands collection. The list of people who coveted the collection is long, but did someone desire it so much they would kill for it? And if so, how did they accomplish it? Dive into this riveting mystery set against the gripping backdrop of firearm history and collecting. Its a thrilling journey that remains grounded in logic, introducing a clever and intriguing new private detective. Whether or not youre a gun aficionado, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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    20 mins
  • 20 - Murder in the Gunroom by H. Beam Piper
    Jun 10 2025
    The Lane Fleming collection of vintage pistols and revolvers is renowned nationwide. When Fleming is discovered lifeless in his secured gun room, clutching a Confederate-made Colt-type percussion .36 revolver, the verdict is accidental death. However, Flemings widow, Gladys, isnt convinced. She hires Colonel Jefferson Davis Rand, a private detective and fellow gun enthusiast, to catalogue, evaluate, and negotiate the sale of her late husbands collection. The list of people who coveted the collection is long, but did someone desire it so much they would kill for it? And if so, how did they accomplish it? Dive into this riveting mystery set against the gripping backdrop of firearm history and collecting. Its a thrilling journey that remains grounded in logic, introducing a clever and intriguing new private detective. Whether or not youre a gun aficionado, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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    25 mins

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