Rex —, author of mystery novels The Broken Vase and The Hand in the Glove (5)

I believe the answer is:

stout

(Other definitions for stout that I've seen before include "Robust; drink" , "Bulky" , "Strong; drink" , "Thick; beer" , "Overweight; porter" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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