The League of Frightened Men
The League of Frightened Men
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1930s
1995
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The League of Frightened Men, detective Nero Wolfe investigates a group of former Harvard classmates who believe a vengeful colleague threatens them. As deaths occur, Wolfe must uncover the truth behind the supposed killer's actions and motives, while navigating complex personal histories and relationships within the group.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Reviews & Readership
9,721 ratings
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Review Roundup
The League of Frightened Men by Rex Stout is appreciated for its clever plot and the charismatic detective Nero Wolfe. Critics praise the intricate mystery and Stout’s engaging writing style. However, some find the pacing slow at times and the character development lacking depth. Overall, it remains a beloved classic in the detective genre.
Who Should Read The League of Frightened Men?
Fans of The League of Frightened Men by Rex Stout enjoy classic detective mysteries featuring clever sleuths. They appreciate intricate plots and witty dialogue, akin to Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple books.
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The League of Frightened Men is the second Nero Wolfe novel by Rex Stout, published in 1935, and it was originally serialized in The Saturday Evening Post.
Rex Stout’s creation of Nero Wolfe and Archie Goodwin’s detective duo is often praised for its unique combination of intellectual detective work and dynamic storytelling, setting a format for future detective narratives.
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The book was adapted into a film in 1937, directed by Alfred E. Green, featuring Walter Connolly as Nero Wolfe.
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1930s
1995
Adult
18+ years
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