Murder Percentage

Murder Percentage by Arthur Leo Zagat is a taut, edge-of-your-seat thriller that delves into a chilling world where murder is not just a crime but a calculated statistic. In a city gripped by fear and suspicion, a shadowy organization manipulates crime rates for profit, with each murder contributing to a macabre tally. As the body count rises, a determined investigator stumbles upon the horrifying truth behind these orchestrated killings. Racing against time, they must unravel the mystery and stop the sinister scheme before it's too late. Dive into this pulse-pounding tale where every death counts and the stakes are life or death.

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.