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Dive into an electrifying adventure set against the stunning backdrop of Hawaii. Join Biff Brewster, his father, and a band of friends as they embark on a thrilling quest. They must locate a lost sloop and unearth the secrets of a priceless mine before ruthless criminals beat them to it. These villains have taken an elderly scientist hostage, the only one who holds the key to this mystery. Expect heart-stopping moments of action, both on land and under the sea. This is more than a hunt, its a race against time and evil.

Delve into the thrilling world of early twentieth-century crime forensics with private detective Guy Garrick. Alongside his loyal assistant, Tom Marshall, he assists a police commissioner and an insurance investigator entwined in a high-stakes murder mystery rooted in gambling and corruption within New York City. Their weapon? Innovative thinking and insightful deductions. Join them as they navigate the murky waters of crime and justice.

In our podcast, House of Skulls, Yorke Desmond quickly realizes that his new, seemingly perfect life might not be so perfect after all. After acquiring a sleek car and a stunningly beautiful ranch for a suspiciously low price, the previous owner of the property is suddenly found dead. Not long after, Desmond finds himself receiving ominous warnings and threats related to the ranch. The mystery deepens as he encounters a stealthy woman hiding in the back seat of his car, and discovers a chilling detail about his new home - the presence of skulls in the verandas foundation. To top it all off, ...

Welcome to the roaring 1920s, where the Gold-Killer, a chilling serial strangler, is haunting New Yorks elite, leaving a trail of lifeless bodies in his wake. As the police hunt for a deranged anarchist, a determined daughter of one of the victims, alongside her courageous suitor, initiate their own investigation within the shadowy underworld birthed by the Prohibition era. Who will unmask the terrifying Gold-Killer first? Perhaps it will be you, our astute listener, because unraveling murder mysteries is your specialty! Tune in to this riveting drama narrated by Brian Fullen, and join an ...

Welcome to a thrilling journey of imagination where fiction intertwines with reality. As the author of Heirloom, I am excited to share with you an intricate tapestry of lifes events, where reality often out-acts the wildest flights of imagination. Although the storys incidents might seem extraordinary, they are based on the unpredictable wheel of fortune that life presents us with. I am hopeful that you, as the reader, will approach this story with an open mind and a forgiving spirit. This book, my debut work, has received diverse reviews, ranging from harsh criticism to faint praise. However,...

Trapped in a chaotic world of unstable women, Johanna is certain of her sanity. Yet, she is constantly faced with threats - some seek to end her life, others to love her, and some attempt to shatter her sanity. She must escape, but the outside world has already branded her a murderer. This is the gripping tale as told from the back cover of the book.

Unravel mysteries with Hagar Stanley, a striking young Gypsy who escapes sexual harassment by seeking refuge with her miserly pawnbroker uncle in London. After her uncles demise, she inherits the pawn shop and finds herself encountering a series of enigmas linked to the myriad of items that cross her counter. Some are tied to heinous crimes, others to acts of deceit and treachery. With her sharp Gypsy intellect and intuitive feminine instincts, Hagar tackles these perplexing scenarios, often assisting the police and ensuring justice is served. Fergus Hume cleverly interweaves these standalone ...

Set in the early 20th century, The Green Jacket introduces us to Millicent Newberry, one of the first female private detectives in literature. Crafted by Jennette Lee, Newberry is known for her unconventional approach to solving cases, insisting on having a say in the fate of the guilty. She often knits while working, a unique method that not only calms her clients and suspects but also serves as her note-taking system. In this gripping tale, Newberry goes undercover to solve the mystery of a stolen emerald necklace, a case that has baffled even her former boss, detective Tom Corbett.

Delve into a riveting tale of wealth, murder, and mystery. A millionaire is found dead in his study, surrounded by a suspicious staff, an enchanting niece, and a secretive private secretary. Amidst the drama, a will emerges that only deepens the intrigue. Can a Sherlock Holmes-esque detective unravel the web of deceit and find the truth? Join us in this captivating narrative expertly narrated by Richard Kilmer.

Get entranced with The Hemlock Avenue Mystery, a thrilling piece from the mystery series penned by Lily Augusta Long under the alias Roman Doubleday. A lawyer finds himself in the thick of a murder accusation, having allegedly killed a legal adversary. Amidst the tumult, a persistent newspaper reporter decides to delve into the mysterious case. Complicating the plot are two women under suspicion, and another seemingly oblivious to the crime. With limited clues at his disposal, the reporter transitions into a detective, unwinding one enigma at a time. This gripping narrative is brought to life ...

Unravel the riveting mystery of the Hampstead Murder. The illustrious High Court Judge, Sir Horace Fewbanks, is found dead in Hampstead, England, with a bullet wound. The case falls into the hands of Private Detective Crewe, a wealthy bachelor who finds crime solving more intellectually stimulating than a chess match with the Russian champion, Turgieff. Assisting Crewe is a savvy fourteen-year-old Cockney boy, Joe, whom Crewe rescued from a life of crime. As the duo navigates a maze of clues and a sea of suspects, they face an inquest, a trial, and eventually uncover an elegantly crafted ...

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In the eerie Baskerville Hall, a baronet is found dead under mysterious circumstances. Could his death be the consequence of a centuries-old family curse, believed to be carried out by a supernatural hound? Join the iconic detective duo, Holmes and Watson, as they delve into the enigmatic death of Sir Charles Baskerville, racing against time to protect the new baronet from a similar ominous fate.

Venture back in time to July 1812, to Windsor, Nova Scotia. A charming, well-dressed young man emerges, his true intentions shrouded in mystery. Sheriff Bates recounts this unique tale from our criminal past, a narrative so compelling it demands your attention. Dive into this unique historical account, adapted from the original Preface.

Willkommen bei unserem neuen Podcast „Am Schmiedefeuer“, in dem wir uns Kapitel für Kapitel durch die faszinierende Welt von Markus Heitz‘ „Die Legenden der Albae: Gerechter Zorn“ schmieden! Freut euch auf ein Leseabenteuer mit Carola und Stefan. Unsere unterschiedlichen Blickwinkel versprechen spannende Diskussionen über die geheimnisvollen Albae – jene Wesen, die wir aus der Zwerge-Saga als Antagonisten kennen, und deren eigene Geschichte voller Ehre, Intrigen und faszinierender Kultur ist.

Dive into the enthralling mystery surrounding the sudden death of Jacob Herapath, a prominent property tycoon and Member of Parliament. Found lifeless in his office with a revolver and a bullet wound to his head, the enigma only deepens with the discovery of a suspiciously forged will. This captivating puzzle is filled with unexpected twists and unpredictable turns, all narrated engagingly by Richard Kilmer.

名だたる文筆家が登場する、文藝春秋の文化講演会。 『木枯らし紋次郎』原作者・笹沢左保の人生は、小説よりも波乱万丈。殺人未遂、交通事故、心中未遂、電車事故…。演題「縁は異なもの」が有無を言わせぬ説得力をもって迫る、驚愕の講演。(1988年10月21日 大牟田市文化会館 菊池寛生誕記念百周年記念講演会より)
●偶然こそ宿命 ●どう考えても交通事故 ●死ねない死にたくない ●父と母と日本刀 文藝春秋の文化講演会は、文学談や執筆秘話に人生論も交え、含蓄と味わい深い講演があなたの生き方に豊かさと彩りを添えます。

名だたる文筆家が登場する、文藝春秋の文化講演会。「忘れなりゅんにゃ 昭和二十年ぬ 原子爆弾ぬ」…ふと耳にした奄美の民謡に隠された、被爆者たちの知られざる人生。上坂冬子は如何にして真実を探り当てるのか?「ドキュメント作家が語る、作家自身のドキュメント」ならではの臨場感が魅力の講演。(1989年9月6日 滝川市文化センター 菊池寛生誕百周年記念講演会より)
●奄美の民謡 ●大島紬は口をつぐむ ●原爆乙女の誕生 ●シアトルからの手紙 ●胸の奥の原子爆弾 文藝春秋の文化講演会は、文学談や執筆秘話に人生論も交え、含蓄と味わい深い講演があなたの生き方に豊かさと彩りを添えます。

名だたる文筆家が登場する、文藝春秋の文化講演会。絹、紙、金属だけでなく、モノの数え方をはじめとして色んな考え方が日本に入って来ました。その中で最大のものは仏教であります。人間はルーツを探そうとします。シルクロードに憧れる私たちの心は本能に根差したものなのです。(1988年10月9日 呉市中央公民館 菊池寛生誕百周年記念講演会より)
●出て行った ●誰が言い出したのか ●人間の芸術のはじまり ●モノと考え方 ●やって来た 文藝春秋の文化講演会は、文学談や執筆秘話に人生論も交え、含蓄と味わい深い講演があなたの生き方に豊かさと彩りを添えます。

As formally inventive as listeners have come to expect from one of the most daring writers around, and as wild and tricky as its subject matter requires, Goblinhood: Goblin as a Mode presents us with a series of essays and poems that playfully, artfully propound Jen Calleja's theory of 'goblinhood'—a theory that takes in all aspects of pop culture from film, tv, literature and art as well as the author's personal and original examinations of grief, lust, family histories and the physical fact of living in the world as it is.