Nero and Archie investigate the murder of a Federal official who was bludgeoned with a monkey wrench right before he was set to deliver a speech before hostile crowd. During the investigation a second bludgeoning occurs on the doorstep of Wolfe’s Manhattan brownstone. When political pressures result in Inspector Cramer’s demotion and Wolfe’s arrest as a material witness, these traditional adversaries become allies leading to a very notable thank you gift given at end of book which is perfectly in character for both. Another great entry for this always stimulating and entertaining series!