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Delve into the captivating world of Hamilton Cleek, a man shrouded in mystery and renowned for his extraordinary disguise and daring adventures. His escapades, while wildly improbable, offer an exhilarating read. Prepare to meet characters of stark contrasts, where the heroes are truly heroic, and the villains are the epitome of evil. But caution, appearances can be deceiving. Let go of your disbelief and immerse yourself in this thrilling narrative. Cleek, first introduced in a series of short stories in 1910, remains the central character in a collection of books celebrated for their ...

Is Hamilton Cleek truly back? With Margot, the Queen of the notorious French criminal gang, the Apaches, having vanished after her release on bail, a series of bewildering murders to unravel for Mr. Narkom, whispers of revolution stirring in Mauravania, and Cleek himself nowhere to be found, hold onto your seats as we dive into a whirlwind of espionage, homicide, horse theft, explosive threats, and political subterfuge. (Introduced by Ruth Golding)

Thomas W. Hanshew (1857-1914) was an American writer from New York. His best-loved creation was the private detective Hamilton Cleek, known as "the man of the forty faces" for his incredible skill at disguise. Cleek is based in Clarges Street, London, where he is constantly consulted by Inspector Narkom of Scotland Yard. In The Mystery of the Steel Room, Cleek is called upon to solve a very strange case. A famous racehorse is under threat from saboteurs ahead of the derby.