Charlie Chan of the Honolulu Police Department makes his second appearance when a Honolulu widow is forced to sell her pearl necklace. She persuades Charlie to convey the necklace to its new owner, a famous businessman.

Chan teams up with the son of a prominent jeweler handling the sale. But before they can safely deliver the necklace into the proper hands, the pair need throw criminals off their trail and solve a murder mystery.

The novel, published in 1926, was adapted for film in 1927 and 1934.

Perfect for readers who love classic detective fiction and iconic sleuths, this thrilling Charlie Chan adventure delivers all the suspense and clever deduction that made the series legendary. With its exotic Hawaiian setting, valuable stolen pearls, and a murder that threatens to derail everything, this 1926 masterpiece offers timeless entertainment for mystery lovers seeking a vintage gem.

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