Showing results for "Stolen" in Literary History & Criticism

When renowned soprano Agatha Redmond is abducted in the heart of New York City, the mystery is just beginning to unravel. Her kidnapping follows a staggering inheritance discovery from a family friend. Stepping into the chaos to save her is the affluent businessman, James Hambleton from Lynn, MA. This thrilling narrative is just getting started, and thats only the first two chapters! - Summary by Matt Pierard.

Plunge into the captivating world of Nick Carter, a legendary detective born in the pages of dime store novels back in 1886. A host of authors, all adopting the pseudonym Nicholas Carter, have added to the rich tapestry of thrilling adventures featuring this celebrated American sleuth. In this particular tale, Nick is faced with a moral conundrum - should he aid a friend with a murky history or apprehend an infamous criminal, presumed dead, who is now orchestrating a fresh scheme? Can he save his friend or, with the support of his team, foil the criminals plan before its too late?

Dive into Mark Twains captivating tale, The Stolen White Elephant, published in 1882. The story whisks you away to the scene of an Indian elephants mysterious disappearance mid-journey from India to Britain, a gift destined for the Queen. New Jerseys local police department is thrust into overdrive as they scramble to unravel the enigma. Brace yourself for a tragic conclusion that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Stolen Words is an epic story about the largest collection of Jewish books in the world - tens of millions of books that the Nazis looted from European Jewish families and institutions. Nazi soldiers and civilians emptied Jewish communal libraries, confiscated volumes from government collections, and stole from Jewish individuals, schools, and synagogues. Early in their regime, the Nazis burned some books in spectacular bonfires, but most they saved, stashing the literary loot in castles.

Stolen Souls is a gripping collection of 14 of William le Queux’s best mystery stories. From espionage to crime thrillers, these tales of deception, intrigue, and unexpected twists will keep listeners on the edge of their seats. If you love classic detective stories filled with suspense and cunning criminals, this collection is for you.

Stolen Idols is a supernatural adventure wrapped in mystery and legend. When Gregory Ballaston steals one of two ancient temple statues, he unwittingly unleashes a series of eerie and terrifying events. Is the legend true? Will the separation of the idols bring disaster? A thrilling tale of treasure hunting, curses, and the thin line between myth and reality.