A Life Shrouded in Pseudonyms: The World of James Hadley Chase René Lodge Brabazon Raymond, a name largely unknown to the millions captivated by his thrilling narratives, was the birthright of one of the 20th century’s most prolific and influential crime writers. Born on December 24th, 1906, in London, England, Raymond embarked on a life that would be as multifaceted and shadowed as the characters he brought to life under the now-icon…