Rhode John Biography

This prolific detective novelist gained renown primarily through two distinct series. One, under the pseudonym John Rhode, introduced the forensic scientist Dr. Priestley, who employed scientific methods for crime detection, such as analyzing mud on suspects' shoes. A second series, written as Miles Burton, featured the amateur investigator Desmond Merrion working alongside Scotland Yard. Critics placed this author within the "Humdrum" school of detective fiction, characterized by a focus on intricate puzzles and logical deduction, akin to crosswords. His narrative style centered on meticulous plot construction and the scientific analysis of evidence.