The Golden Beast (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781479424795)

The Golden Beast is a novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim, first published in 1925. Known for his prolific output in the mystery and thriller genres, Oppenheim delivers another tale filled with intrigue, suspense, and adventure.

The novel follows the story of a young American millionaire who finds himself in the midst of a complicated plot involving high-stakes gambling, international intrigue, and romantic entanglements. The "Golden Beast" refers to a prized possession or a symbolic representation of wealth and power that drives the plot forward. As the protagonist navigates through various challenges, he must use his wits and resources to overcome obstacles and uncover the truth.

Edward Phillips Oppenheim (1866-1946) was an English novelist, in his lifetime a major and successful writer of genre fiction including thrillers. He wrote more than 100 novels between 1887 and 1943.