Allan Kennedy, expatriado inglês colecionador de manuscritos medievais, comprou um livro raro escrito por Godfrey Lovel, um monge que esteve a serviço de Lucrécia Bórgia. A obra carrega o mal que sobrevirá aos leitores que tentarem decodificar o local oculto dos tesouros, o veneno e o antídoto de Lucrécia, enterrados pelo religioso durante a perseguição à Igreja. Allan e seus amigos decidem procurar pelo tesouro, mas não estão sozinhos

In the period that preceded the great wars most of the countries in Europe lived in a great fear of possible invasion of foreign powers or infiltration of enemy spies and secret service agents in the state affairs. This fear resulted in forming of invasion literature genre and William Le Queux was the ruling king of the genre: The Great War in England in 1897 The Invasion of 1910 Whoso Findeth a Wife Of Royal Blood Her Majesty's Minister The Under-Secretary The Czar's Spy Spies of the Kais...

A timeless whodunit about the unusual murder of one of London's elite and the twisting and treacherous investigation to find the true killerDespite wealthy old Mr. Henry Courtenay's steadily declining health, his death comes as a shock to those around him. It was murder, Courtenay's prim manservant exclaims, and he implores Dr. Ralph Boyd to find the culprit. The list of suspects appears to be short: Only someone who lives in Courtenay's suburban London home could h...

This carefully crafted ebook: "WILLIAM LE QUEUX Ultimate Collection: 100+ Spy Thrillers, Detective Mysteries, Adventure Classics, Historical Novels, War Stories & Crime Tales (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Novels The Great War in England in 1897 The Invasion of 1910 Guilty Bonds Zoraida The Temptress The Great White Queen Devil's Dice Whoso Findeth a Wife The Eye of Istar If Sinners Entice Thee The Bond of Black The Day of Tem...

It is the dawn of The Great War. Young Ronald Ewart is ready to be enlisted, but before he does, he travels to Scotland to visit his fiancée Myra McLeod. While out fishing together, Myra inexplicably loses her sight after witnessing a green flashing light. Her father has an odd experience as well, and then Myra's faithful dog also goes blind. They turn to a leading eye specialist who happens to be a bit of an amateur detective and he takes on himself to resolve the mystery of the green ray...

The war has revealed many strange personalities in Europe, but surely none so sinister or so remarkable as that of the mock-monk Gregory Novikh—the middle-aged, uncleanly charlatan, now happily dead, whom Russia knew as Rasputin. As one whose duty it was before the war to travel extensively backwards and forwards across the face of Europe, in order to make explorations into the underworld of the politics of those who might be our friends—or enemies as Fate might decide—I heard much of the ...

At the beginning of The Great War William Le Queux started rumbling German schemes, and he wrote several novels and short stories set in occupied countries during the War. His heroes are mainly spies, secret service agents and other brave patriots fighting for the good cause. Table of Contents: At the Sign of the Sword Number 70, Berlin The Way to Win The Zeppelin Destroyer Sant of the Secret Service The Bomb-Makers The Devil's Dice The Great Tunnel Plot The Hyde Park Plot The Explosive Ne...

Why, what's the matter, child? Tell me.

Grigori Yefimovich Rasputin (1869–1916) was a Russian mystic and holy man famous for his familiarity with the family of Tsar Nicholas II. He was a controversial character, viewed by some as a mystic, visionary, and prophet, and by others as a religious charlatan. Nonetheless, he garnered significant influence in late imperial Russia. He was assassinated by a group of conservative noblemen who opposed his influence over the Tsars in 1916. First published as Rasputin the Rascal Monk...

William Le Queux's 'The Invasion of 1910 & The Great War in England in 1897' is a gripping work of fiction that delves into the realm of speculative warfare and explores the potential consequences of military invasion. Written in a fast-paced and suspenseful style, the book captivates readers with its vivid descriptions of battle scenes and strategic maneuvers, painting a vivid picture of a fictional war in England. Le Queux's intricate plotting and attention to detail make this book a mus...

“Hush! Think, if you were overheard!” “Well, my dear fellow, I only assert what’s true,” I said. “I really can’t believe it,” observed my companion, shaking his head doubtfully. “But I’m absolutely satisfied,” I answered. “The two affairs, mysterious as they are, are more closely connected than we imagine. I thought I had convinced you by my arguments. A revelation will be made some day, and it will be a startling one—depend upon it.” “You’ll never convince me without absolute proof—never....

William Le Queux'Äôs "The Gay Triangle" is a compelling narrative that intricately weaves themes of love, betrayal, and hidden identities against the backdrop of early 20th-century societal mores. Written in a richly evocative style that blends melodrama with sharp social commentary, Le Queux crafts a story that challenges the conventions of its time. The book delves into the complexities of human relationships, exploring the ramifications of forbidden love within a rigidly stratified soci...