Rejoignez-nous pour un voyage dans le monde des livres!
Ajouter ce livre à l'électronique
Grey
Ecrivez un nouveau commentaire Default profile 50px
Grey
Abonnez-vous pour lire le livre complet ou lisez les premières pages gratuitement!
All characters reduced
Harvey Garrard's Crime - cover

Harvey Garrard's Crime

E. Phillips Oppenheim

Maison d'édition: DigiCat

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Synopsis

In "Harvey Garrard's Crime," E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a riveting narrative that delves into the labyrinthine world of crime and morality in early 20th century England. Using a deft mix of suspense, intricate plotting, and rich character development, Oppenheim explores themes of justice, societal norms, and the human psyche. The novel is characterized by its sharp dialogue and atmospheric settings, reflecting both the optimism and the disquietude of the post-Victorian era, where personal ambitions often clash with ethical dilemmas. Through his deft literary style, Oppenheim engages the reader, merging the thriller genre with poignant psychological insights that remain pertinent to contemporary discourse on crime and personal responsibility. E. Phillips Oppenheim, often hailed as the 'Prince of Storytellers,' was born in 1866 and gained significant acclaim for his deft works in the mystery and thriller genres. His diverse experiences in a rapidly changing society, alongside an acute awareness of the intricacies of human behavior, undeniably influenced his narrative choices in this enthralling novel. Oppenheim's prolific career, marked by a penchant for engaging plots and compelling characters, positions him as a pivotal figure in the evolution of popular literature during his time. For readers drawn to crime fiction laced with psychological depth, "Harvey Garrard's Crime" is an essential read. It not only entertains but prompts reflection on the moral choices that define us all. The vivid portrayal of its characters and the suspenseful unraveling of its plot will captivate both genre aficionados and those seeking a deeper understanding of human motivations and societal implications.
Disponible depuis: 15/09/2022.
Longueur d'impression: 225 pages.

D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

  • Death Stalks Door County - A Dave Cubiak Door County Mystery Book 1 - cover

    Death Stalks Door County - A...

    Patricia Skalka

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    “Can a big-city cop solve a series of murders whose only witnesses may be the hemlocks? An atmospheric debut.”—Kirkus ReviewsSix deaths mar the holiday mood as summer vacationers enjoy Wisconsin’s beautiful Door County peninsula. Murders, or bizarre accidents? Newly hired park ranger Dave Cubiak, a former Chicago homicide detective, assumes the worst but refuses to get involved. Grief-stricken and guilt-ridden over the loss of his wife and daughter, he’s had enough of death.Forced to confront the past, the morose Cubiak moves beyond his own heartache and starts investigating, even as a popular festival draws more people into possible danger. In a desperate search for clues, Cubiak uncovers a tangled web of greed, betrayal, bitter rivalries, and lost love beneath the peninsula’s travel-brochure veneer. Befriended by several locals but unsure whom to trust or to suspect of murder, the one-time cop tracks a clever killer.
    Voir livre
  • Savage Hearts - A New Adult Mafia Romance - cover

    Savage Hearts - A New Adult...

    Vivi Paige, Bonnie Kennedy

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    I never believed love could happen to someone like me.Until I met the man who taught me I was worthy. 
    I never thought I’d fall in love with my enemy, but Luca has stolen my heart.If only high school was as easy to deal with as my mafia boyfriend. 
    But I soon realize that my problems extend outside the realm of teenage drama.My mother’s absence has brought too much attention to me.And her return catches the eye of, not one, but two crime bosses. 
    Soon I learn that I am going to pay the price for her mistakes—caught in the crosshairs of her past.I pray no on pulls the trigger. 
    There’s only one man who can get me out, and I’ve put my trust in him.But I may have misjudged Luca.Because when it comes to his work for the family or me… 
    Which will he choose?
    Voir livre
  • Somebody Knows - cover

    Somebody Knows

    Original Radio Broadcast

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    "You out there. You, who think you have committed the perfect crime...that there are no clues, no witnesses…listen. Somebody knows." 
      
     In the summer of 1950, Somebody Knows presented, in dramatic documentary style, the facts of real unsolved homicide cases. Listeners were offered a reward of $5,000 for clues that led to an arrest and conviction. 
      
    Created by James L. Saphier and written by Sidney Marshall, this fascinating series was directed - and narrated - by radio legend Jack Johnstone. Come, hear the details of true crimes from all across the country, including the infamous "Black Dahlia" case. Perhaps it is you who knows! 
      
    Episodes Include: Gladys Kern Murder 07-06-50; Mary Agnes Kabiska Murder 07-13-50; Joseph P. Bohanak Murder 07-20-50; Frank J. Christenson Murder 07-27-50; Paula Kohler Eubanks Murder 08-03-50; Samuel I. Paris Murder 08-10-50; Jean Croyle Long Murder 08-17-50; Elizabeth Short Murder (Black Dahlia) 08-24-50
    Voir livre
  • Faulty Bloodline - cover

    Faulty Bloodline

    Gary Gerlacher

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    AJ Docker (Doc) and his guard dog, Banshee, move to a small town in the mountains for a slower-paced lifestyle. Doc settles into the idyllic setting with a rewarding job and enriching colleagues, as well as with a romantic interest who leads him to contemplate marriage. His new life seems perfect until he begins to uncover the town's dirty secrets. A serial killer hunts in the woods, and dirty money flows throughout the town. 
     
     
     
    Doc and Banshee win allies in their search for truth, but they also make powerful enemies. These sophisticated figures who control the town's economy will stop at nothing to end Doc's threat to expose them. Doc must fight for his freedom, and even for his life to escape.
    Voir livre
  • A Victorian Lady's Ghostly Anthology - cover

    A Victorian Lady's Ghostly...

    Ellen Wood, Emily Arnold, Eliza...

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Four of the very best Victorian short ghost stories, all written by incredibly talented, but oft-times overlooked or forgotten, female authors. 
    The Victorian era is remembered for many things, but one of the fondest is the wide and varied array of short, ghostly, suspenseful tales…often enjoyed around the fireside at Christmas time. 
    In this new anthology, Billie Fulford-Brown performs four of the very best, all written by incredibly talented, but oft-times overlooked or forgotten, female authors:“A Mysterious Visitor” by Ellen Wood“The Ghost of the Treasure Chamber” by Emily Arnold“Number Two, Melrose Square” by Theo Gift aka Dora Havers“Christmas Eve in Beach House” by Eliza Lynn Linton
    Voir livre
  • Dechipped: Iris - cover

    Dechipped: Iris

    Taya DeVere

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Brilliant, ruthless, and totally lost. To find a future, she must face her past. 
    Iris has spent her whole life trying to please someone more powerful than her: first her mother, then her riding instructor Timothy Walker, then the great scientist Laura Solomon, head of the Happiness-Program and would-be savior of the world. But now Laura is dead, her consciousness uploaded into the cyberspace Egg… and she doesn’t need Iris anymore. 
    To find a way forward, Iris will have to look back, remembering the things Tim Walker did to her – and what she did to him. 
    CONTENT WARNING: SA, Predatory behavior. While not a main theme of the book, some readers may want to read the reviews or have a friend check out the book before reading. 
    ***If you're looking for books like The Hunger Games, Divergent, and Brave New World you're going to love the Unchipped series! 
    ***Get free early access to Unchipped short stories, plus the Unchipped prequel, The Meeting, by signing up for my newsletter @TayaDeVere (dot) com!
    Voir livre