Release date is 2005-12-01

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"The Further Adventures of Jimmie Dale" by Frank L. Packard is a crime novel written in the early 20th century. The book continues the story of Jimmie Dale, a hero with a double life as a millionaire and the masked thief known as the Gray Seal. The narrative dives into the darker alleys of society, exploring themes of crime, deception, and moral ambiguity as Jimmie attempts to help those in need while evading the police and underworld figures. The opening of the book sets a grim tone as it introduces an artist named Smarlinghue, who is caught in a desperate situation confronted by a corrupt police officer named Clancy. This tense encounter reveals Smarlinghue’s past connections with the criminal underworld and ultimately leads to the shocking transformation into Jimmie Dale, who assumes this alternate identity to delve back into his previous life in the underworld. As Dale grapples with the police's involvement and the dangers of his double life, the narrative becomes an intricate web of intrigue and suspense, hinting at thrilling escapades ahead that would keep readers on the edge of their seats. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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