An old archivist was found dead behind his desk with a heavy book resting on his chest. The title of the book was 'Volume I: How to Survive a Poisoning'. The coroner confirmed he died of natural causes in his sleep. Why did the detective investigate the book anyway?
To check for fingerprints or foul play
Even with natural causes confirmed, a book placed on a chest after death or used as a prop warrants checking for other clues.
About this riddle
Detective riddles are tiny mysteries. Look for the detail in the story that does not fit; it is usually the clue that solves the case.
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