Publisher's Synopsis
When a murdered man is found clutching a strange, gleaming object-a golden spider-it seems like a mere curiosity. But to Winton DuBose, a sharp-witted mining engineer with a knack for unraveling complex puzzles, it's the start of a perilous adventure. Drawn into a dangerous mystery spanning industrial sabotage, stolen scientific breakthroughs, and high-stakes deception, DuBose must use every ounce of his intelligence and courage to trace the symbol's origins and uncover its meaning. As he delves deeper, the golden spider reveals a tangled web of hidden identities, coded messages, and an enemy who moves silently through the shadows. From the buzzing heart of American innovation to the quiet corners of power where corruption festers, DuBose navigates a world where nothing is what it seems, and everyone has something to hide. Francis Lynde, celebrated for his gripping tales of suspense and cerebral sleuthing, delivers a thrilling novel that captures the spirit of early 20th-century adventure fiction. The Golden Spider blends the precision of science with the unpredictability of human motives, offering a classic detective mystery that will captivate readers from the first page to the last.
