The Strangle Hold is a novel written by Henry Colman Cutting and originally published in 1921. The book is a mystery thriller that follows the story of a young man named Jack Darrow who becomes entangled in a dangerous situation involving blackmail, murder, and political corruption. The story takes place in New York City during the early 20th century and centers around a powerful political boss named Jim Haney. Haney is known for his ruthless tactics...