Smoke Screen is a thrilling novel written by Samuel B. Pettengill. The story revolves around a young and ambitious journalist, Jack, who is determined to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious fires that have been plaguing his small town. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers that there is more to the fires than meets the eye.With the help of a local firefighter, Jack uncovers a sinister plot involving a corrupt politician and a group of wealthy businessmen who are using the fires as a smoke screen to cover up their illegal activities. As Jack races against time to expose the truth, he finds himself in grave danger and must rely on his wits and courage to survive.Smoke Screen is a fast-paced and gripping novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a story of corruption, greed, and the power of the press to uncover the truth. With its complex characters and intricate plot, Smoke Screen is a must-read for fans of suspense and mystery novels.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.