The Maltese Falcon
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Detective Sam Spade lives by his own solitary code—tough, sharp, and unyielding. When his partner is murdered during a stakeout, Spade is thrust into a dangerous chase for a legendary treasure: a jewel-encrusted golden bird with a mysterious past.
Hot on the trail are a cast of unforgettable characters—a slick grifter named Joel Cairo, a larger-than-life adventurer named Gutman, and Spade’s alluring yet treacherous client, Brigid O’Shaughnessy, whose shifting loyalties keep everyone guessing.
This is the gripping tale that cemented Dashiell Hammett’s place as a master of detective fiction—a story that has captivated readers for generations with its sharp dialogue, complex characters, and relentless suspense.
Includes a new introduction by Richard Russo.