The Silent Bullet is a mystery novel written by Arthur B. Reeve. The story revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman, Henry Harnsworth, who is shot dead in his home. The case is investigated by Craig Kennedy, a famous detective, who is known for his scientific approach to solving crimes.As Kennedy delves deeper into the case, he discovers that the murder weapon was a unique type of bullet that makes no sound when fired. This leads him to suspect that the killer is someone with knowledge of advanced technology.The investigation takes Kennedy and his assistant, Walter Jameson, to various locations in New York City, where they encounter a range of suspects, including Harnsworth's business partners, his estranged wife, and a mysterious inventor.As the case progresses, Kennedy uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal, and eventually identifies the killer. But the story doesn't end there, as Kennedy must use all his wits and scientific knowledge to bring the killer to justice.The Silent Bullet is a classic mystery novel that combines elements of science fiction and detective fiction. It is a fast-paced and engaging read that keeps readers guessing until the very end.First of the Professor Kennedy Mysteries, and first novel by Reeve.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.