Scotland Yard Inspector Michael Pretherston has been called to attend a case of missing jewelry at Lord Flanborough's home. While investigating, Inspector Pretherston comes across a familiar face—and an intriguing mystery to challenge his skills and intellect: a woman by the name of Katharine Westhanger. Kate has been a person of interest in various capers across Europe despite her innocent looks and charming personality. The use of a false identity is unlikely to be an attempt to distance...

The majestic and dangerous river serves as the backdrop for a colonial commissioner who rules with a firm but fair hand. Facing witch doctors, tribal disputes, and external agitators, he relies on his intuition and network of spies to keep the peace.

Edgar Wallace's The Angel of Terror delivers a gripping tale centered on a charming yet deadly femme fatale who manipulates everyone in her path. As deception deepens and the body count rises, investigators and victims alike are caught in a web of lies spun with chilling precision.This restored edition retains Wallace's trademark suspense, energy, and sharp dialogue while offering a clean, modern reading format. A thrilling blend of intrigue and psychological tension, the n...

A novelist escapes from prison and a Scotland Yard commissioner investigates the locked-room murder of an Albanian criminal in this classic mystery.John Lexman has a knack for crafting clever plots for his crime novels. But he has no idea what to do when he finds himself caught up in the real thing—framed, convicted, and imprisoned for murdering a dangerous money lender. Luckily, Lexman's best friend, Thomas Xavier Meredith, is the assistant commissioner at Scotlan...

Fast-paced tales of crime and coppers from "one of the most popular writers of the early twentieth century" ( Mystery Scene).This collection presents a dozen classic detective stories that include "The Mind-Readers," "The Sirius Man," "The Couper Buckle," "The Guy from Memphis," and more featuring Chief Insp. Oliver Rater, a man of few words ironically nicknamed the Orator by his colleagues. But silent as he may be, there is much going on ...

Dive into the heart-pounding world of "The Angel of Terror" , where Edgar Wallace delivers a masterful blend of suspense, mystery, and relentless intrigue. Follow the gripping tale of Jean Briggerland, a cunning and beautiful woman whose angelic appearance masks a sinister and calculating mind . Her web of deceit and manipulation ensnares those around her, leading to a series of shocking and deadly events. As the stakes rise and the tension mounts, readers are taken on a thrilling roll...

⚡ Dive into the thrilling world of Edgar Wallace's The Angel of Terror—a gripping story of treachery, suspense, and unexpected twists. Meet Jean Briggerland, a woman of breathtaking beauty and unparalleled cunning, whose charm conceals a heart of steel and a mind of pure malice. When she ensnares unsuspecting victims in her web of deceit, only one man dares to uncover her deadly secrets. Prepare for a rollercoaster of suspense as love, betrayal, and danger collide in this unforgettable ...

A secret society takes deadly revenge on London law enforcement in this 1926 mystery novel by the pioneering crime author.Inspector Arnold "Betcher" Long was the only man in London who could bring Clay Shelton to justice. Though the murderer and master forger threatened to get his revenge, his execution by hanging put a definitive end to the case. Or so everyone thought.When the judge who sentenced Shelton is murdered, Scotland Yard takes notice. And after ...

The enigmatic Mr Reeder investigates eight cases involving baffling burglary and blackmail, mendacious and merciless murderers, cruel convicts and convincing cons, using his criminal mind to solve these unusual and peculiar mysteries. A lot of his inquiries involve Margaret Belman, a very pretty and appealing young lady who lives nearby, and the detective finds himself more and more attracted towards this femme fatale. Surely these feelings cannot be mutual. The stories in this collection ...

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A London police detective stumbles upon a bizarre burglary during a storm in a thriller by "one of the most popular writers of the early twentieth century" ( Mystery Scene).Cambridge-educated Richard Staines, newly promoted to DI by Scotland Yard, has enjoyed a meteoric rise in his career, but he is about to face his most profoundly puzzling case yet. As a policeman, he wouldn't typically break into a house—but when he finds himself trapped on a balcony in...

When organized crime comes to England, two brothers face offAt eighty years old, Professor Tillizini is Italy's foremost authority on the nefarious practices of the underworld. His life's work has been to root out the secret society known as the Red Hand, a blackmailing outfit that has terrorized the country for centuries, and he has finally pinpointed its source. When Tillizini goes to arrest Count Festini, the cagey old criminal sends his two sons into the other r...