The Dorrington Deed-Box

Arthur Morrison

Maison d'édition: DigiCat

Synopsis

In "The Dorrington Deed-Box," Arthur Morrison presents a masterful collection of detective tales that elegantly blends elements of mystery and psychological depth, showcasing his adept command of narrative style. The book unfolds through a series of interconnected stories centered around the enigmatic Dorrington and his dubious activities, rich in intricate plots and engaging characters. Morrison's style is characterized by sharp dialogue and vivid descriptions, situating the work within the late Victorian literary context, where burgeoning interest in criminology and the detective genre was prevalent. The stories provide sharp social commentary on the era's moral ambiguities, making it not just a collection of mysteries but a reflection on human nature and societal flaws. Arthur Morrison, an esteemed English writer, drew upon his own experiences as a barrister and detective fiction aficionado to craft this compelling volume. His background in law and personal acquaintance with London's underbelly provided authentic insights into criminality and the justice system, enriching the narrative with realism. Morrison was known for his contributions to the genre, as well as being a celebrated writer of working-class life, giving him a unique perspective that permeates the text. Readers seeking a blend of suspense, character study, and social critique will find "The Dorrington Deed-Box" an enlightening and thrilling read. Morrison's ability to craft taut narratives, along with his nuanced portrayal of crime and morality, places this work among the finest within the detective genre. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of crime fiction or the deeper implications of human behavior.

Disponible depuis: 16/09/2022.

Longueur d'impression: 579 pages.

D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

Don't Rock the Goat

Ellen Riggs

Spring has sprung in Clover Grove and Ivy is expecting baby goats... and old ghosts. 
When rescuers drop off a trio of pregnant goats at Runaway Farm they also deliver the promise of renewal and fun. Instead, the arrival of a ghost from Ivy’s past coincides with another murder in quaint Clover Grove. Learning about goat midwifery becomes the least of her problems. 
An ornery pickpocket goat makes a good addition to the crime-solving “farm family.” Will that be enough to outplay a heartless killer before the onslaught of kids arrives? Or will someone else die as the menagerie grows? 
The next book in the Bought-the-Farm Mystery Series is a perfect page-turner for lovers of animals, cozy mysteries and funny, spunky aspiring sleuths.

Voir livre

Shadow's Hostage

Mary Stone, Lori Rhodes

When you’re a hostage of your own nightmare... 
As the Shadow Island Historical Society prepares to raise funds to restore the island’s beloved lighthouse, someone else has other lethal plans. Instead of the presentation the group hopes for, they attract the attention of a madman claiming the historic monument is his family legacy before firing several shots and barricading the doors. 
Now, one hostage is dying and the rest fear for their lives. 
Interim Sheriff Rebecca West is no hostage negotiator, but she’ll do whatever it takes to ensure the elderly captives are safely released. Especially when the perp turns out to be a local boy recently released from the mental hospital where he’d been committed since his mother abandoned him and his father. By all accounts, he’s disturbed but harmless. 
Or is he? 
He’s making outlandish assertions about the disappearance of his mother that don’t make sense. And identifying missing persons who disappeared miles away. Are these accusations merely the delusions of mentally unstable man? Or is something more nefarious going on? 
From its shocking beginning to the jaw-dropping conclusion, Shadow’s Hostage—the sixth book in the Shadow Island Series by Mary Stone and Lori Rhodes—will make you realize we all see what we want to see, even if it’s not true.

Voir livre

Downwind from Death - Sheriff...

C.R. Koons

The United States is in turmoil nine months after an assassination attempt targeting the new president. Texas, home to the unsuccessful Nationalist Party candidate, has seceded from the Union, and other states are poised to follow. In Santa Fe, a priest who is an anti-nuclear activist is murdered. In Taos County, Sheriff Ulysses Walker investigates the murder of a young man associated with Nuclear Peace and Justice. Meanwhile, at Picuris Pueblo, Governor Ray Pando has a new neighbor-a religious cult called "The Elect," a group closely aligned with the insurgent Nationalist Party. When high-level nuclear waste goes missing from Los Alamos National Lab, Ulysses, Ray, and FBI agent LizBeth Tallichet start to connect the dots. Then, Ulysses learns that an even more dangerous threat, weapons-grade plutonium stolen from a facility in Wyoming, has reached Taos County. Nothing less than a civil war is at stake. Ulysses must race against time to neutralize the threat. The entire country is at risk, and Ulysses finds his life on the line.

Voir livre

Lady Cross

Dudley Hood

Lady Cross, A science fiction time travel. Christian and Nova are gifted with a rare talisman by a mountain shaman revealing a mysterious astrological past. Blasting off from a moon mining base, they plot to intercept and capture a mineral wealth asteroid to be confronted by a Soyuz space craft as they approached their rendezvous with the asteroid overcoming the challenge concluding their dramatic journey to discover its meaning in the far reaches of space.

Voir livre

The Little Black Book Killer - A...

Fiona Walker

The third charming instalment in the page-turning cosy mystery series from MILLION COPY bestseller Fiona Walker, perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Janet Evanovich and Rev. Richard Coles! 🔎🩸🕵️‍♀️Matchmaking has never been so murderous… 💔🔪
Juno is feeling ready – at last – to start dating again, after losing her husband some years ago. She is sure she can make time from being a Village Detective, indeed it might help distract her from her crush on hunky (but far-too-young!) pub landlord – Mil.
So she’s signed up to an exclusive new dating app and cannot wait. But when one of the founding investors in that same dating app drops dead in front of fellow Village Detective Phoebe in a nearby hotel – and then a second investor is found hanging in the local cricket pavilion just days later – Juno knows she’ll have to put her love life on hold.
Teaming up once more with Phoebe, Felix and Mil… the Village Detectives are back. And this time Juno – who’d thought she was getting under the covers with a new lover – is going undercover to catch a killer…
Wickedly funny cozy crime, from million-copy bestselling author Fiona Walker! Fans of The Thursday Murder Club and A Death on Location will love the Village Detectives!Readers love The Village Detective series:
Engrossing… Reminds me of a cross between the Agatha Raisin TV series and Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum books, both of which I love. This is the perfect, lighthearted summer read for anyone looking for some fun escapism.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A crossover between a witty romcom and a cosy crime.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I woke up early to read it and I struggled to put it down. The best book I’ve read this year. The characters were great, I got really invested in them and the storyline was gripping. Please write more!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An outstanding cozy mystery based in the idyllic village of Inkbury, a beautiful location famous for its glittering river, unspoilt and clear… A briliant cozy that has the perfect balance of mystery and comedy, loved it!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A great cosy mystery!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Loved this! Very clever cosy with great, diverse characters… Thoroughly engaging, and very much looking forward to the next in the series.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A delightfully cosy read, the main characters are fun and engaging. Having read the author’s back catalogue to be reunited with Juno, Phoebe and Felix is absolute fabulous! The mystery at the centre of the book foxed me until the very end and unfolded in a very natural way. I really hope there is more to come from the Village Detectives. An entertaining read!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Voir livre

The Long Route

Kiersten Modglin

Lydia never planned to return to Love, GA. 
She never planned to see Adam again or to rehash the night that changed their lives forever. 
But when an assignment at work brings her back to Love, she discovers the boy she left behind is not the same man there waiting for her. 
Adam once thought his future with Lydia was set. 
Until she walked away, leaving him to pick up the pieces of his life and heart alone. 
It's been five years since he saw her face and now he wants answers. 
As secrets about that night are finally revealed, secrets that could change everything, Adam and Lydia must make the choice to let one decision ruin all they could have or fight for a love they once believed could go the distance.

Voir livre