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An engrossing collection of detective stories featuring all the great classic sleuths, including Sherlock Holmes, Father Brown, Max Carrados, J. G. Reeder, and C. Auguste Dupin. 1.The Tea-Leaf by Edgar Jepson & Robert Eustace 2.The Queer Feet by G. K. Chesterton 3.The Curious Circumstances of the Two Left Shoes by Ernest Bramah 4. The Club of One-Eyed Men by Arthur Somers Roche 5.Diamond Cut Diamond by F. Britten Austin 6.The Game Played in the Dark by Ernest Bramah

The Victorians were obsessed with Egyptology and mummies. It was during the second half of the 19th century that many of the most significant archeological finds were made in Egypt, and stories of the revenge of the mummies on anyone raiding their tombs, stealing their treasures or unwrapping their corpses abounded. This collection brings together the best and scariest short stories of the period, featuring vengeance-seeking mummies, bandaged zombies, pharaonic ghosts and ancient curses.

A creepy collection of 50 classic ghost, horror and mystery stories which will keep you up all night. 1. "The Well" by W. W. Jacobs; 2. "This Is All" by Barry Pain; 3. "The Beast with Five Fingers" by W. F .Harvey; 4. "The Reticence of Lady Anne" by Saki; 5. "The End of a Show" by Barry Pain; 6. "The Dabblers" by W. F. Harvey; 7. "The Room in the Tower" by E. F. Benson; 8. "August Heat" by W. F. Harvey; 9. "The Idiot" by Arnold Bennett; 10. "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe...and many more.

Embark on a journey through darkness and intrigue as "Farewell, Nikola" serves as a thematic anchor for a captivating exploration of deception, ambition, and the human psyche. This podcast delves into the enigmatic world of villains and antiheroes, where moral ambiguity reigns and past transgressions cast long shadows. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, inviting listeners to unravel complex narratives that challenge perceptions of good and evil. With a focus on psychological depth and atmospheric settings, the series presents a rotating collection of tales that probe the ...

A breathtaking collection of 80 classic short stories inspired by different locations, people and customs across the globe...

A fascinating collection of short stories by some of Australia's best classic writers.

A fascinating collection of travellers' tales, featuring weird innkeepers, ghouls and ghosts, robbers and murderers, card sharpers and confidence tricksters, dead bodies in odd places....the very thing for anyone busy planning a vacation this year....

In a certain portion of a certain Australian Colony, two miners, when out prospecting in what was then, as now, one of the dreariest parts of the Island Continent, chanced upon a rich find. But before they could enjoy their riches, the field was declared abandoned, and the dead were left to take their last long sleep, undisturbed by the clank of windlass or the blow of pick.

Charismatic socialite Simon Carne adopts the persona of "Klimo" to solve crimes. Does professional jealousy explain antagonism to the celebrated private detective? Or is it something more? And even though Klimo solves case after case for his clients, why are none of the perpetrators ever caught?

Farewell, Nikola by Guy Boothby is the final novel in the Dr. Nikola series, following the enigmatic and sinister mastermind, Dr. Nikola. In this concluding adventure, Nikola seeks ultimate power through occult means, pursuing immortality and arcane knowledge. However, his ambitions face challenges as former adversaries and unforeseen dangers threaten his plans. The novel blends mystery, adventure, and the supernatural, culminating in Nikola’s ultimate fate. Boothby’s tale captivates with exotic settings, intrigue, and a morally ambiguous protagonist, making it a thrilling conclusion to ...

A Cabinet Secret is a tale of political intrigue and international conspiracy woven by Guy Boothby. The novel centers around a confidential government document that, if revealed, could disrupt established power balances. Set against an atmospheric backdrop of high society and clandestine operations, influential figures become entangled in schemes, betrayal, and shifting allegiances. As secrets are unearthed, the characters confront moral dilemmas and perilous decisions that imperil both personal and national stability. Through suspenseful twists and dramatic revelations, Boothby explores the ...

Guy Boothby (1867 - 1905) was an Australian by birth, who came to England in 1894 and was quickly acknowledged as a masterly writer of thrillers and crime stories. His best work includes a series of stories which appeared in Pearson's Magazine in 1897 under the title "The Prince of Swindlers". These stories describe the exploits of Simon Carne, one of the earliest society criminals whose cunning robberies were executed with outstanding imagination and ingenuity.

A fascinating ghost story set in the Australian outback. While travelling across a remote area of the outback, three travellers chance upon an abandoned goldfield, where all the occupants have fled or died of typhus. Travelling on, they meet an old man living wild on a diet of lizards. He takes them at night to meet his so-called friends... an experience that terrifies the three so much that they flee in horror....

When Cecilia and her mother are introduced to an eminent Egyptologist, Professor Constanides, while staying in Cairo for the winter, they are captivated and charmed. Cecilia in particular spends much of her leisure time in his company. One night she returns early to the hotel from a party at which she had been alone on the balcony with the mysterious Professor. Although she retires early, it is not to sleep. She stands on her balcony, and feels herself strangely compelled to leave the hotel and set out at night alone on the streets of Cairo.

Guy Newell Boothby (1867 – 1905) was a prolific Australian writer. He moved to London in 1894 and became most well-known for his Dr.Nikola mysteries. This book is the first in a series of five and introduces the good doctor himself. Dr Nikola Is a criminal mastermind with an occult twist and like much fiction of that era this book and the following are more about how others fall under his spell and into his web. Here we have an adventure and love story that sweeps us from Australia, the South Seas, the Middle East and rural Hampshire with our lovestruck hero constantly battling against Dr ...

Farewell Nikola is the fifth and last novel of the Dr Nikola series. We are reacquainted with Richard "Dick" Hatteras, former South Seas adventurer and Roustabout who clashed with Dr Nicola in “A Bid for Fortune". He is now Sir Richard Hatteras and firmly married. He is taking a long sojourn with his wife and companions in Venice, where quite by chance (or is it ?) he bumps into Dr Nikola, who despite their stormy past, is the height of affability. He is still suave, cosmopolitan, cultivated and just as unscrupulous as he ever was. We discover that Nikola lives alone in Venice in a ...

Delve into the shadowy realms of espionage and intrigue with "Cabinet Secret," where the art of deception and the thrill of covert operations are brought to life through a rotating collection of captivating audiobooks. Each episode invites listeners into a world steeped in political machinations and secretive alliances, exploring the complexities of international relations and the high-stakes lives of spies. This series is not merely a single narrative but a tapestry of unique stories that illuminate the multifaceted nature of espionage, revealing the personal and political struggles faced by ...

Embark on a riveting journey into the realm of science and the supernatural with Dr. Nikola’s Experiment, where the quest for immortality intertwines with the moral dilemmas of human ambition. This podcast invites listeners to explore the mysteries of existence and the lengths to which one might go to defy death itself. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection that delves into the themes of obsession, ethical boundaries, and the enigmatic nature of life and death. Through a carefully curated selection of narratives, listeners will encounter characters ...

Delve into the complex interplay of passion and vengeance that defines the human experience in "Lust of Hate." This podcast invites listeners to explore a rotating collection of audiobooks that navigate the dark corridors of obsession, betrayal, and the quest for retribution. Each episode reveals a new complete audiobook, immersing you in tales where love and hate collide, leading characters to confront their deepest desires and darkest impulses. The narratives challenge the boundaries of morality and justice, prompting reflections on the consequences of choices made in the throes of emotion. ...

Dive into a realm where intrigue and adventure collide, as suggested by the captivating title. This podcast invites you to explore the enigmatic world of Dr. Nikola, a criminal genius whose machinations entangle a diverse cast of characters in a thrilling saga that spans continents and cultures. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that showcases the pulse of adventure, romance, and the occult, inviting listeners to navigate the complexities of ambition and betrayal. As you traverse from the sun-soaked shores of Australia to the mystique of the Middle East and beyond, you'll ...