Library Book: A Torn Page, a Ransom Note, and a Deadly Discovery

Originally Aired: September 20, 1945 In Suspense #159, “Library Book,” librarian Prudence Roberts discovers more than just overdue fines when a vandalized copy of Gone with the Wind reveals a hidden ransom note. Her amateur sleuthing leads her deep into a kidnapping plot involving a missing girl named Melanie, a string of cryptic clues, and a sinister pair of criminals. Starring Myrna Loy in a rare radio thriller role, this fast-paced, mystery-laced episode unfolds like a blend of detective novel and screwball noir, culminating in a fiery climax and a surprisingly cheeky romantic twist. Cast: Myrna Loy Tags: Suspense, thriller, mystery, MyrnaLoy, librarythriller, kidnapping, ransomnote, amateurdetective, LucilleFletcher, oldtimeradio, 1940sradio, classicradio, femmelead, suspensepodcast