ARTHUR B. REEVE Ultimate Collection: 11 Thriller Novels & 49 Detective Stories (ePub)

Arthur Benjamin Reeve (1880-1936) was a prominent American mystery writer best known for creating the fictional detective Craig Kennedy, who was sometimes dubbed 'The American Sherlock Holmes.' Throughout his prolific career, Reeve authored more than 70 detective stories revolving around Kennedy, a scientific detective based at Columbia University. His works were instrumental in blending the intrigue of detective fiction with the precision of science and technology, a genre that was still in its infancy at the time. Reeve's debut novel, 'The Exploits of Elaine' (1914), introduced Kennedy and set the stage for a new era of detective fiction. His literary contribution includes the comprehensive collection 'ARTHUR B. REEVE Ultimate Collection: 11 Thriller Novels & 49 Detective Stories,' which showcases his knack for crafting engrossing narratives and complex puzzles. Reeve's impact on the mystery and thriller genres was significant, influencing future writers to incorporate science into their storytelling. His work was published in serial form in magazines like 'Cosmopolitan' and 'Boys' Life,' further popularizing the detective genre in the early 20th century. Reeve's storytelling was characterized by thorough research, plausible scientific applications, and fast-paced plots, ensuring his place in the pantheon of early mystery writers.