The Scarab Murder Case improved, don’t y'know

In the fifth installment of the Philo Vance murder mysteries, first published in 1929, the amateur detective faces a baffling case that raises questions of premeditated murder versus divine retribution. Set against the backdrop of wealth and art, Vance employs his keen observational skills to unravel the mystery behind a potential crime linked to an Egyptian goddess. This captivating tale later inspired a 1936 film adaptation and a 1940s radio series.