Dr Giles Egerton is staying with his friend the Rev. Edwin Vardon for a quiet weekend in the country when he is called on a mysterious midnight visit to Brockhurst, home of Colonel Leigh and his wife Wilma. The Colonel's wife has been taken ill and Egerton is shocked to discover unmistakable symptoms of poisoning. Egerton suspects the Colonel himself of the attempted murder and his suspicions seem confirmed when he disappears without trace. But could bluff, genial Colonel Leigh really be r...

There was no mistaking the sound: it was that of a stealthy footfall, and it appeared to come from the staircase leading to the next floor.Lord Bygrave left the Ministry on Friday evening, with plans for a fortnight's holiday in the country. But the following morning he had seemingly vanished into thin air. Now Scotland Yard are struggling to find evidence of foul play in the absence of tangible clues. A national newspaper is offering a reward for information about the Mini...

Mr Sutton Armadale, the financier, was shot dead on the private polo ground of his palatial home. Before expiring in his gamekeeper's arms, he muttered the one word "murder".Among the suspects are Armadale's second wife; a drunken, loud-mouthed stranger in the neighbourhood; and an irresistibly attractive ballerina. The amiable and eccentric Algernon Vereker finds the case as befuddling as a crack on the head from a polo mallet. Two witnesses were certain they heard two sho...

'The Best British Detective Books: 270+ Murder Mysteries, Crime Stories & Suspense Thrillers' stands as a monumental anthology that encapsulates the golden age of British detective fiction. This collection boasts a vast array of literary styles, from the intricate puzzles showcased by Arthur Conan Doyle to the atmospheric suspense created by Edgar Wallace. The anthology serves not only as a historical cross-section but also as a showcase of the evolving narratives and diverse techniques em...

The 'Murder Mystery - Boxed Set: 800+ Whodunit Mysteries, True Crime Stories & Action Thrillers' stands as a monumental anthology that spans a broad spectrum of the genre, encapsulating the evolution and diversity of mystery writing from the classic detective tales of the 19th century to the intricate plots of the early 20th century. This collection showcases a rich variety of literary styles and thematic undertakings, bringing together some of the genre's most compelling narratives withou...

Enjoy solving crime and puzzles with this meticulously edited mystery collection: Arthur Conan Doyle: Complete Sherlock Holmes Series True Crime Stories G. K. Chesterton: Father Brown Edgar Wallace: Four Just Men Mr. J. G. Reeder Detective Sgt. Elk The Earl of Nowhere P.-C. Lee Wilkie Collins: The Woman in White Armadale… Edgar Allan Poe: The Murders in the Rue Morgue The Mystery of Marie Roget The Purloined Letter The Gold Bug Thou Art the Man Louis Tracy: Detectives White & Furneaux Myst...

“If this is a fair specimen of the quiet of the English countryside, give me Poplar or Limehouse! There’s a murder in the shrubbery, and Lord knows what else!”On the day of James Remshaw’s execution three strangers appear in the Sussex village of Malford Bishop and converge on Malford Manor, home of Theodore Hardwick and his daughter Elizabeth. One of the strangers, Poldron, insists on being allowed to rent the Manor and issues veiled threats when he is turned down. Another, Bovey,...

This meticulously edited collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Arthur Conan Doyle: Sherlock Holmes True Crime Stories G. K. Chesterton: Father Brown Edgar Wallace: Four Just Men Mr. J. G. Reeder Detective Sgt. Elk The Earl of Nowhere P.-C. Lee Wilkie Collins: The Woman in White Armadale… Ethel Lina White: Fear Stalks the Village… Annie Haynes: The Abbey Court Murder The Crystal Beads Murder… R. Austin Freeman: Dr. Thorndyke H. C. McNeile...

Richard Marsh, best-selling author of the late 19th century and Edwardian period, is best known for his supernatural novel ‘The Beetle’, which initially outsold Bram Stoker's ‘Dracula’. Marsh produced nearly 80 volumes of novels and short stories, in genres including horror, crime, romance and humour; recently the rediscovered works of this ‘lost author’ have attracted increased attention. Presenting the largest collection of Marsh’s works ever compiled, this comprehensive eBook fe...

Richard Marsh's "Crime & Mystery Collection" presents an enthralling anthology of twelve thrillers and action-adventure novels, elegantly illustrated to enhance the atmospheric depth of each narrative. Drawing on the rich traditions of Gothic literature and early 20th-century crime fiction, Marsh weaves intricate plots filled with suspense and psychological intrigue. His mastery of characterization and vivid imagery transports readers into a world where the boundaries of morality are relen...

This early work by Ernest Bramah was originally published in 1911 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introduction. 'Max Carrados Mysteries' is a collection of stories about Bramah's famous detective. Ernest Bramah Smith was born was near Manchester in 1868. He was a poor student, and dropped out of the Manchester Grammar School when sixteen years old to go into the farming business. Bramah found commercial and critical success with his first novel, The Wallet of Kai Lung, but ...

In "Amusement Only," Richard Marsh crafts a compelling narrative that delves into the underbelly of early 20th-century entertainment, weaving a tale that explores the intersection of desire, morality, and modernity. Set against the backdrop of London's vibrant leisure culture, the novel employs a rich, descriptive style that captures the excitement and danger of amoral pursuits. Marsh's use of psychological depth and atmospheric settings not only reveals the temptations of this burgeoning ...