In "Mr. Fortune's Practice," the novel revolves around the character Reggie Fortune, a detective known for his sharp intellect and unconventional methods. The story is set in the 1920s and follows Fortune as he is involved in solving a complex case.The plot centers on a series of mysterious events and crimes that Fortune must unravel. The novel combines elements of mystery, intrigue, and suspense, with Fortune using his keen observational skills and deductive reasoning to uncover the truth...

CONTENTS: ALEXANDER PUSHKIN 1. The Queen of Spades ALGERNON BLACKWOOD: 2. Confession 3. S. O. S. 4. The Wings of Horus ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE 5. B. 24 ARTHUR O. FRIEL: 6. The Spider 7. The Vulture ARTHUR QUILLER-COUCH: 8. Statement of Gabriel Foot, Highwayman 9. The Affair of Bleakirk-on-Sands 10. The Countess of Bellarmine ARTHUR STRINGER: 11. The Adolescence of Number Eighty-Seven 12. The Button Thief 13. The Wire-Tappers ARTHUR TRAIN: 14. Extradition 15. The Baron de Ville 16. The Golden To...

CALL "M" FOR MURDER assembles an extraordinarily capacious archive of crime writing, spanning foundational detective puzzles, sensational thrillers, police investigations, espionage tales, locked-room enigmas, and studies in psychological menace. Its 885 narratives trace the genre's movement from Gothic uncertainty and urban sensation toward the formal intricacies of the classic whodunit. Memorable modes—including the brilliant amateur sleuth, the criminal mastermind, the procedural inquir...

My Lady of Orange is a historical romance that transforms the political and dynastic world associated with the House of Orange into a narrative of personal allegiance, emotional conflict, and moral choice. Bailey combines period colour with the brisk movement of popular fiction, balancing courtly intrigue and public affairs against the private experience of a heroine negotiating power, loyalty, and love. Its historical imagination belongs to the late-Victorian and Edwardian tradition of th...

The Cases of Detective Reggie Fortune gathers the intricate investigations of H. C. Bailey's most distinctive sleuth: a deceptively languid physician whose clinical intelligence uncovers moral corruption as readily as physical evidence. Written in the elegant, ironic manner of the Golden Age detective story, these tales combine forensic observation, psychological acuity, and a quietly unsettling concern with cruelty, especially toward the vulnerable. Bailey's prose is mannered yet incisive...

My Lady of Orange by H. C. Bailey is an elegant and suspenseful work that weaves together intrigue, romance, and mystery within a richly atmospheric setting. Known for his refined storytelling and keen sense of narrative tension, Bailey crafts a tale in which secrets, loyalties, and hidden motives shape the destinies of his characters. At the center of the story is a mysterious and compelling figure known as the Lady of Orange, whose presence influences the lives of those around her in une...

The Highwayman by H. C. Bailey is a gripping tale of danger, secrecy, and adventure set against a world where justice and lawlessness often exist side by side. With atmospheric storytelling and carefully crafted suspense, Bailey draws readers into a narrative filled with hidden identities, perilous encounters, and moral uncertainty. At the center of the story is the enigmatic figure of the highwayman—a bold and elusive outlaw whose actions inspire both fear and fascination. Moving through ...

The Fool by H. C. Bailey is a captivating and psychologically rich narrative that explores the fine line between innocence, perception, and hidden intelligence. With his signature blend of suspense, subtle wit, and character-driven storytelling, Bailey crafts a tale in which appearances are constantly questioned and truth is rarely as simple as it first seems. At the center of the story is a figure dismissed by many as naïve or insignificant—a "fool" whose quiet presence conceals unexpecte...

Contents: A.M. CHISHOLM A Thousand a Plate A.M. WILLIAMSON The Eccentricity of Fleetwood ACHMED ABDULLAH The Home-Coming ARTHUR TRAIN The Escape of Wilkins ARTHUR TRAIN The Governor-General's Trunk BUCK CONNOR Get Your Man CHARLES BEADLE John O'Damn CHARLES E. VAN LOAN Water Stuff E.NESBIT The Dwellers EDWARD S. ELLIS A Battle in the Air EDWARD S. ELLIS An Unpleasant Companion EDWARD S. ELLIS Lost in a Blizzard EDWARD S. ELLIS Lost in the South Sea F. HOPKINSON SMITH Captain Joe FORREST CR...

Embark on an enthralling journey through the shadowy depths of human mystery and intrigue with the 'Murder Mysteries Boxed Set: 880+ True Crime Stories, Action Thrillers & Detective Mysteries.' This expansive anthology seamlessly weaves together a tapestry of stories that span the thrilling spectrum of crime fiction. From the cerebral puzzles of detective mysteries to the heart-pounding sequences of action thrillers, this collection captures the multifaceted essence of the genre. Standout ...

The 'Murder Mysteries Boxed Set: 880+ True Crime Stories, Action Thrillers & Detective Mysteries' offers an expansive collection that traverses the evocative landscapes of crime fiction and detective stories through varying eras and styles. From the fog-laden streets of Victorian London to the gritty avenues of modern cities, the anthology encompasses a broad range of writing, showcasing pivotal pieces that have shaped the genre. The collection celebrates the richness of narrative approach...

A convivial gathering turns deadly when a guest is poisoned amid the clinking glasses, and it falls to the plump, brilliant Reggie Fortune to sift charm from menace and unmask a very civilised killer.From H. C. Bailey, one of the most admired writers of the golden age, comes a sparkling case for Reggie Fortune, the amiable Home Office surgeon whose deceptively languid manner hides a razor intellect. The Bottle Party sets a fatal poisoning against the froth...