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Keeban

Edwin Balmer

Keeban

Keeban

Edwin Balmer

Adventure, Fiction, Mystery & Detective

Keeban, a 1923 novel by Edwin Balmer, intertwines mystery, adventure, and romance against the backdrop of 1920s Chicago. The plot follows Jerry Fanneal, who is troubled by the existence of his enigmatic double, Keeban, as he navigates a world filled with crime and high society, particularly involving his love interest, Dorothy Crewe. This work highlights the clash between the affluent and the criminal underworld, showcasing Balmer's unique storytelling. The novel is often overlooked, despite Balmer's recognition for his contributions to science fiction and detective fiction.

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A novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character of Jerry Fanneal, who is haunted by th...

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Edwin Balmer's 1923 novel Keeban is a mystery-adventure-romance, billed as “a novel of the Underworld and the Upper”—mea...

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