Agatha Webb

Anna Katharine Green

Publisher: DigiCat

Summary

In "Agatha Webb," Anna Katharine Green crafts a masterful mystery that intertwines intricate plotting with rich character development. Written during the late 19th century, this novel showcases Green's pioneering role in the detective genre, characterized by her meticulous attention to detail and her innovative narrative technique. Set in the atmospheric backdrop of a small town, the story follows the investigation into the murder of the titular character, delving into themes of moral ambiguity and societal expectations. Green's adept use of foreshadowing and her ability to create suspense invite readers into a labyrinth of clues and red herrings, making her one of the progenitors of the modern detective novel. Anna Katharine Green, often hailed as one of the first female mystery writers, drew on her deep understanding of law and her keen observations of society to inform her writing. Born in 1846, Green was not only a trailblazer for women in literature but also an astute commentator on the complex social issues of her time. Her background and experiences provided a unique perspective that enriched her narratives, allowing her to challenge conventions within the male-dominated literary landscape. "Agatha Webb" is a must-read for mystery enthusiasts and scholars of literary history alike. This novel not only solidifies Green's legacy as a formative figure in detective fiction but also offers profound insights into the human condition. Readers will be captivated by the intricate plot and the depth of its characters, making it an essential addition to any literary collection.

Available since: 09/15/2022.

Print length: 220 pages.

Other books that might interest you

Triggered - Mike Humber...

RR Haywood

Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Amazon & Audible bestselling author, RR Haywood. One of the most downloaded indie authors in the UK with more than four million books sold and over 35 Kindle bestsellers. 
 
Disgraced former detective Mike Humber is at rock bottom when he takes a night security job at a bleak fish processing plant and private dockyard on the Bristol Channel. 
 
He soon sees a way to make some quick cash — but only if he can navigate the small-town secrets, betrayal, and greed that threaten to pull him under. Taut, lean, and claustrophobic with twists that will leave you guessing until the final page. 
 
Taut. Lean. Claustrophobic.

Show book

Ella Dark FBI Suspense Thriller...

Blake Pierce

A bundle of books #1 (GIRL, ALONE) and #2 (GIRL, TAKEN) in Blake Pierce’s Ella Dark Mystery series! This bundle offers books one and two in one convenient file, with over 100,000 words of reading.

FBI Agent Ella Dark, 29, is given her big chance to achieve her life’s dream: to join the Behavorial Crimes Unit. Ella has a hidden obsession: she has studied serial killers from the time she could read, devastated by the murder of her own sister. With her photographic memory, she has obtained an encyclopedic knowledge of every serial killer, every victim and every case. Singled out for her brilliant mind, Ella is invited to join the big leagues.

In GIRL, ALONE (Book #1), when a killer strikes in the swamps of Louisiana, Ella soon comes to learn that the real thing is nothing she could expect. Face to face with a real murder, a real killer, and a real ticking clock, Ella realizes she can’t rely on her knowledge. She must learn to trust her instinct, and allow herself to enter the dark canals of a real killer’s mind. If she gets it wrong, her career is at stake. And so is the next victim’s life. Will Ella’s talent be an asset? Or the source of her downfall?

In GIRL, TAKEN (Book #2), Victims are being found murdered in the Pacific Northwest, their bodies strung up high in the branches of Redwood trees. It is presumed to be the work of a serial killer dubbed “The Artist Killer.” Ella feels so close to catching him, feels certain she has read of similar murders—but this time, her knowledge fails her. Can she catch a killer without her talent? Or will it return to her too late?

A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the ELLA DARK series is a riveting mystery, packed with suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night.

Book #3 in the series—GIRL, HUNTED—is now also available.

Show book

Under a Broken Sky

Kris Calvin

One year into her prized role as the youngest ethics investigator in California's history, Emma suspects corruption in the state's billion-dollar expansion to train travel. That unwittingly puts her on a killer's trail—a killer who will do anything to reach his illicit million-dollar payday, including personally eliminating Emma Lawson as a threat. Detective Alibi Morning Sun sees connections where no one else does. For him, a drowning at a lake, a fire in a storage facility, and a murder by the river carry a thread soaked in blood. As Emma follows the money and Alibi traces bullets and bodies, the killer counts down to his grand finale. With each mounting danger, it quickly becomes apparent that the corruption Emma has been digging for is real— and it’s deadly. Three days. Two days. Now only one...

Show book

Boss The: An absolutely gripping...

Caz Finlay

He’s inside.She’s running the family.But now he’s back – only one can boss the streets of Liverpool.
Packed with twists, turns and deceit, get ready for the first novel in an explosive new gangland crime series.
HE’S OUT FOR BLOOD
After a stint inside, notorious gangster Nathan Conlon is back. He says he’s a changed man, but old habits die hard on Liverpool’s gritty streets. He’ll stop at nothing to reclaim his formidable criminal empire – and his long-suffering ex-wife, Grace.
SHE’S OUT FOR REVENGE
Grace once kissed the ground that Nathan walked on, but not anymore. She’s head of the firm now, commanding respect from the best of them, and she’ll do anything to protect her family – even if it means beating Nathan at the dirtiest of games . . .
WHO WILL COME OUT ON TOP?
Praise for THE BOSS!
‘A compelling story with a heart stopping twist – a cracking read’ Kerry Barnes
'A fast-paced tale of family bonds, treachery, cruelty and love that will have you gripped from the very first page. A must-read for crime lovers’ Amanda Brooke
‘A stunning debut . . . an explosive ending which will leave readers both satisfied and wanting more’ Mary Torjussen
‘A gritty, gripping page-turner of a read! A 5* stonker of a debut . . . Loved it and can’t wait to read more in this series’ Fiona Collins
The suspense of this thrilling narrative is as palpable as the city of Liverpool itself, where the fiction of life after divorce and the trials of marriage play out on its storied streets. The city becomes a character in its own right, mirroring the tumultuous lives of its inhabitants.
For fans of Jacqui Rose (The Good Wife), Kerry Kaya (Revenge), Emma Tallon (Her Revenge), Gillian Godden (Troublemakers), and Edie Baylis (Judgement).
HarperCollins 2022

Show book

The Ten Worst People in New York...

Matt Plass

Perfect for fans of The Collective and We Begin at the End, this psychological thriller will make you question the nature of justice… and revenge. The ten worst people in New York are dying, one after the other. A late-night TV chat show feature, The Ten Worst People in New York, is the talk of the town. When a real estate mogul on the Ten Worst list jumps to his death, it could be a coincidence. But after a corrupt NYC councilor, also on the list, dies suspiciously, recently widowed Special FBI Agent Alex Bedford suspects foul play. Young British filmmaker Jacob Felle arrives in New York to connect with his estranged sister, Elizabeth, and to reconcile a long-buried family trauma. But Alex and Jacob are on a collision course, and when Jacob becomes a suspect, the two find themselves in a race to unravel the mystery before even more people die. Both Alex and Jacob must confront their worst fears and put their lives on the line as they try to find the answer to two key questions: Why are the killers targeting the ten worst list? And who will be next to die?

Show book

Rules of the Flame

Skye Sullivan

Baby dragons, a paranormal animal shelter, and a magical academy where the professors are know-it-all cats? Throw a dead body in the mix, and Elsie's thinking this magical town might be too hot to handle…
For Elsie Thorn, the only magic in her life is somehow being able to make the rent every month. Until a mysterious woman makes her an offer too good to be true.
Did she read the contract? No. Who really reads through the pages of terms and conditions?
It's not like she's going to get whisked to a fairytale town with cobblestone streets, castles and a dragon hatchery with the hunkiest mountain man caretaker she’s ever laid eyes on... right?
Oops.
Between studying for lessons at Professor Hissington’s academy, feeding the griffins at the paranormal creature sanctuary and nursing the dragon hatchlings, Elsie finally feels like she’s accomplishing something with her life.
But a dead body found in her barn threatens to ruin everything. Elsie’s not about to let a killer walk free in her new home, so she dives into the investigation. Hot on the heels of a killer who always seems one step ahead, she teams up with her newfound friends to unravel the mystery.
Will Elsie be able to find the culprit or will her new life go up in a puff of smoke?
This is a full-length paranormal cozy mystery novel with animals who won’t shut up, baby dragons too cute for their own good, magic spells for all of life’s little annoyances and a supernatural town hidden deep in the mountains in a land that time forgot.

Show book