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Case of the Substitute Face, The (Perry Mason Mystery)
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Best fit when you want a story-first lane that moves. Reliable fit when you want a story-first lane that moves.
Maybe skip if...
Probably not for you if you want a much lighter or punchier style than this offers. Skip this if you want specialist depth as the top priority. You only want something with very current references and examples.
Summary
Case of the Substitute Face, The (Perry Mason Mystery) by A. A. Fair looks like a story-led title whose appeal is likely premise, mood, and momentum from the record we have here. The edition details point to 1987 • Ballantine Books • 250 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.
Edition on file: 1987 • Ballantine Books • 250 pages • ISBN 9780345343772.
Why this book now
Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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Reading commitment
Light Short sit-downs
Light commitment. Enough room to develop without feeling like a marathon.
What stands out here
This one stands out as a mood-and-momentum pick, something readers reach for because it feels easy to fall into.
Best way to approach it
Best read straight through while the momentum is there.
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This looks built around mood, premise, and forward pull more than pure reference value. Overall, it looks like a mid-length read that should balance momentum with detail. It also has the feel of a backlist title rather than a brand-new release.
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