Detective Sgt, (Insp,) Elk

An elusive gang leader and his minions frighten London and frustrate Scotland Yard in this classic crime thriller. The secret organization whose members were known only as "the Frogs" was the subject of rumors and jokes-until serious crimes began to occur, one after another. The perpetrators, once caught, were found to bear tattooed frogs on their wrists and kept their mouths firmly shut, and the populace grew terrified of them. The police were frustrated by their fruitless efforts to track down the leader of this strange gang. Then an officer who was working undercover and had finally managed to come face-to-face with the frightening figure was killed. Now it's time for Detective Sergeant Elk of Scotland Yard to get involved. Fortunately, despite his shabby clothes, glum demeanor, and utter inability to get himself promoted, he's a sharper sleuth than he appears to be... From Edgar Wallace, an enormously popular figure in early twentieth-century crime fiction, this is an intriguing tale of a nameless threat and a cop determined to track him down.

The Nine Bears' introduces us for the first time to the brilliant Scotland Yard Detective Elk, on assignment to track down some shady financiers causing havoc with the global markets. It is a plot worthy of a Bond film, an overarching criminal organisation of white collared financiers bending world politics and trade to their will, packed with action, adventure, gorgeous description and despicable villains. It is the stunning introduction of one of literatures most beloved Detectives, perfect for any fans of Bond or Holmes. The names Elk, Detective Elk.

The second novel featuring Wallace's iconic Scotland Yard Inspector Elk 'The Fellowship of the Frog' involves tracking down the head of a vast underground criminal network lead by the eponymous 'Frog'. He is just as slippery as his name implies and he has always remained a leap ahead, that is until Elk arrives on the scene. It is a tale of the seedy underworld, rampant corruption and inexplicable violence. With pounding pace, a punchy plotline and compelling romance this thriller stands the test of time and is perfect for anyone who loves Michael Connelly's 'Bosch' detective series.