Hare Sitting Up by Michael Innes

In this gripping mystery novel, the story unfolds around the sudden disappearance of a renowned scientist, Dr. Howard Juniper, who holds the key to a potentially devastating biological weapon. As the world teeters on the brink of a global catastrophe, Inspector Appleby is called upon to unravel the intricate web of deception and espionage surrounding the case. With time running out, Appleby must navigate through a maze of clues and red herrings, encountering a cast of eccentric characters and hidden motives, to prevent the weapon from falling into the wrong hands and avert a looming disaster.