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A selection of 17 classic stories of horror and the supernatural by some of the greatest writers in the genre. This compilation includes a mix of well-known classics by authors such as Charles Dickens and M. R. James, alongside several unjustly overlooked gems by less familiar names who were hugely popular and prolific in their day.

Venture into the shadowy corridors of mystery and suspense with "Turnpike House," where the echoes of hidden crimes and dark secrets beckon to be unearthed. This podcast invites listeners to immerse themselves in a rotating collection of audiobooks that explore the intricate world of crime fiction, weaving tales that captivate the imagination and challenge the intellect. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook, allowing you to traverse a landscape filled with enigmatic characters, perplexing clues, and the ever-present tension of the unknown. These stories are not mere entertainments; ...

Mr. Royston is driving his hansom through the night-time streets of Melbourne when he is hailed by a man supporting a slumped, intoxicated figure and requesting that the cabman take the unfortunate fellow home - before proceeding to drop his burden and make a rapid exit.  

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. A stranger is found murdered in a locked hansom cab rolling through the rain-slicked streets of 1890s Melbourne. A young Irish architect is wrongly arrested for the crime, and only a brilliant barrister, a shrewd detective, and a shadowy trail of old...

Ferguson Wright Hume was born in Powick, Worcestershire on the 8th July 1859. He moved to become a barrister’s clerk to Melbourne and once there also began writing plays. The local theatres were not interested in his works, and it was only after one was stolen and presented as being by someone else that his stock rose at all. Most of his output was detective stories, thrillers and mysteries.

Arthur Vernon, a distinguished member of the Athenian club, harbors a secret that could shatter his carefully crafted life. Following the death of his father, he finds himself destitute and has started a private investigation agency under the alias “Nemo.” The potential fallout from his new venture could be catastrophic, especially if his high-society peers or his future in-laws were to discover the truth. Just when he believes he can keep his dual life hidden, an unexpected visit from his old college classmate, Constantine Maunders, turns his world upside down. Maunders, privy to Vernon...

Immerse yourself in the world of intrigue, deception, and resilience, as suggested by the title "Lady Jim of Curzon Street." This podcast delves into the complexities of a woman's struggle against societal constraints and personal turmoil, illuminating the lengths one might go to reclaim autonomy in a restrictive environment. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that navigates the themes of survival, wit, and the moral ambiguities of crime. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that reveal the multifaceted nature of human ambition and desperation. Listeners ...

Immerse yourself in a world of intrigue, wealth, and deception with "Millionaire Mystery," where the lives of the affluent are entwined with secrets and suspense. This podcast invites you to explore the complexities of opulent lifestyles, as each episode unveils a new complete audiobook that delves into the enigmatic tales of millionaires whose fortunes come with a shadow of mystery. From unexpected disappearances to cunning con artists and high-stakes gambles, listeners will journey through a captivating array of narratives that challenge perceptions of wealth and morality. This is not a ...

Enter the mesmerizing world of The Pink Shop, where allure and desire intertwine in a tapestry of enchanting tales. This podcast invites listeners to explore the complexities of beauty, temptation, and the hidden costs that often accompany them. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection of stories that delve into the mysteries of the heart and the secrets of self-discovery. As we peel back the layers of each narrative, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own perceptions of beauty and the lengths they might go to attain it. This is not a single ...

A stormy night in London. Two friends, a card table, a heap of gold, and one moment of blind rage that can never be undone. Haunted by guilt and terrified of the consequences, Adrian Lancaster flees into the tempest and stumbles upon the enigmatic Dr. Michael Roversmire, a man steeped in occult...

One lonely night, a cabbie discovers that his intoxicated passenger has been suffocated with a handkerchief saturated in chloroform. The murderer, the victim, and the motive are all unknown. Fergus Hume's first literary attempt, became the best-selling mystery novel of the 19th century.

A woman rising from a tomb. A deserted palazzo. A crime worthy of the Borgias. Verona, late nineteenth century. Hugo Cranston, a young Englishman studying music under a local maestro, spends his nights wandering the moonlit city, until one evening his steps lead him to the old cemetery. There he...

Professor Augustus P. Wimple's obsession with a long-lost green mummy takes a deadly turn when his archaeological pursuits unearth more than just ancient artifacts. As he digs through layers of history, he stumbles upon a chilling murder that intertwines his fate with those of his curious acquaintances. What begins as a quest for knowledge spirals into a twisted mystery, forcing Wimple to confront not only the secrets of the past but also the darkness lurking in the present. Join Wimple and his motley crew, including the sharp-witted journalist Clara Tate and the skeptical detective Samuel ...

Venture into the enigmatic realm of "Dwarf's Chamber And Other Stories," where the fantastical and the mysterious intertwine to create captivating narratives. This podcast invites listeners to explore tales that delve into the depths of human experience, often set against the backdrop of magical chambers and hidden worlds. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a rotating collection of unique explorations that highlight the whimsical and sometimes dark aspects of storytelling. As you journey through these narratives, you'll encounter characters who face extraordinary ...

When a well known pawnbroker is found strangled, the only clue left behind is an opal serpent brooch pinning his lips shut. As the investigation unfolds, Detective Hurd faces a tangled web of family secrets and claims over the pawnbroker's vast estate. The plot thickens when his beautiful daughter emerges as the primary heir, only to be challenged by another woman who insists she is the rightful child. With two potential heirs and a murder to solve, Hurd must navigate through deceit and betrayal to find the truth. This thrilling tale combines rich characters with a gripping mystery, revealing ...

Whatever you do, don't go on to the beaches at dusk, or the Sand-Walker will come to your window at night. Such is the sinister warning given to the new lodger at the Beach Farm, a lonely house on the North Sea coast of England. But who, or what, is the Sand-Walker?

Published in 1899, The Second Customer and the Amber Beads by Victorian novelist Fergus Hume is about a smart, attractive, and resourceful Gypsy pawn shop owner named Hagar who clears an innocent person framed for murder.

I shall never forget the terrible Christmas I spent at Ringshaw Grange in the year 1993. When Dr Lascelles is invited to spend Christmas at Ringshaw Grange with Frank Ringan and his cousin Percy, he doesn't expect it to be such a noteworthy episode. But with talk of the Grange's ghost, Lady Joan, events take a darker turn.

In a quiet cottage on the edge of a dark forest, Miss Danby finds her life turned upside down after the tragic death of her fiancé, Roderick. Instead of mourning, she faces relentless pressure from Dr. Slanton, who seeks to marry her to claim her inheritance. But when Aileen, Roderick's sister, stumbles upon the doctor's lifeless body, everything changes. Suddenly, Miss Danby becomes the prime suspect in a chilling murder case. Despite her claims of innocence, she holds back crucial details that could save her from the gallows. As Aileen and her lover team up with Inspector Trant, they dive ...

Who killed the man in the hansom cab? -- Who is Sal Rawlins? -- What will happen to Madge and Brian? -- Murder and family secrets create the intrigue in this excellent Australian mystery. Fergus Hume's novel, originally published in 1886, rapidly became a best-seller. It was very soon published in England and the United States, and over a hundred years later, Geoffrey Haines credited "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab" as doing "more than any book to give the outside world a picture of Melbourne of the late 1880's" (in "A History of Victoria," 2006). This is one of those old-time gems that continues...