Killer's Circus

Killer's Circus by Arthur Leo Zagat is a pulse-pounding thriller that plunges readers into the heart of a deadly performance. When a traveling circus arrives in town, it's not just the dazzling acts and colorful performers that draw attention. Behind the spectacle, a series of gruesome murders are taking place, each one more shocking than the last. As the investigation unfolds, the line between show and reality blurs, revealing a sinister plot orchestrated by a mysterious figure known only as the "Ringmaster." With tension mounting and danger lurking at every turn, can the authorities unravel the deadly circus's dark secrets before the final curtain falls? Step into the ring and experience a high-stakes game of survival where the stakes are deadly.

Arthur Leo Zagat (1896–1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the "Doc Savage" adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.