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What grim motive was behind the terroristic frightening of those beautiful New York models, and behind the murder that accompanied it? I, Austin Green, had two dangerous reasons for wanting to find out . . . . *** A noir mystery set in 1945... A photographer is murdered... who did it and why?
Perfect for short listening sessions — three unforgettable stories designed to fit a commute. Read Your Commute: Collection 1 delivers three witty, warmly written short stories packed with heart, humor, and just enough surprise to make the ride feel short. The Funeral of Sterling Ravenbarrow — When Brentworth MacTherm misses his flight to Belize after learning his college best friend has died, he braces for a somber farewell. What he gets is something far more Sterling: a funeral full of strangers, wild eulogies, a suspiciously silent driver, and a twist that redefines the word goodbye. A story about friendship, loyalty, and the beautiful chaos that follows certain people through life. The Adventure of Archibald Brentweller — Archibald is a bald, odd, square-peg fifth grader who doesn't quite belong — until one ordinary night, the universe freezes, the fish tank stops bubbling, and two very unusual visitors reveal that being different was never a flaw. A charming, imaginative tale that will resonate with anyone who ever felt like they were from a different box entirely. Pemblington Cheeseworth — Behind the walls of an ordinary house, an extraordinary mouse has a vision: stop surviving on crumbs and feast. Against the warnings of his battle-scarred elders, Pemblington leads a daring expedition with a handmade bow, toothpick arrows, and the unshakeable conviction that bold mice eat cheese. A rousing little adventure story told with wit and surprising warmth. Perfect for: commuters, lunch breaks, waiting rooms, or anyone who wants a great story that respects their time.Mostra libro
John Davys Beresford was born on 17th March 1873. His life was blighted by infantile paralysis which left him partially disabled. After an education at Oundle school he trained to be an architect. However, he quickly decided that his life was to be centred on a literary career. His first offerings were in drama and as a journalist. As well as being a book reviewer for the Manchester Guardian he contributed to New Statesman, The Spectator, Westminster Gazette, and the Theosophist magazine The Aryan Path. His spiritual journey in early adulthood had claimed him as an agnostic, in defiance of his clergyman father. This view he later abandoned in preference to describing himself as a Theosophist and a pacifist. As well as many novels, many themed with spiritual and philosophical elements. Beresford was also a gifted short story writer particularly across the science-fiction, horror and ghost genres. All of these elements helped him to obtain a prominent place in Edwardian Literary London. John Davys Beresford died on the 2nd February 1947. He was 73.Mostra libro
This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Mr Wraxall is an English travel writer of modest means and considerable curiosity, gathering material in a quiet corner of Sweden. His hosts at the manor house are hospitable, the family archives are extensive, and the more he reads of the estate's seventeenth-century master, the more he wants to know. Count Magnus was a hard landlord and a harder man. The peasants say he went on the Black Pilgrimage and did not come back alone. His mausoleum stands in the churchyard, sealed with three great padlocks. Wraxall visits it more than once. Each time, half in jest, he says aloud that he would dearly like to see the Count. Each time, a padlock is lying open on the floor. One of the finest ghost stories in the English language, and a lesson in the danger of idle wishes.Mostra libro
Written by Scottish-Canadian author John Buchan (The Thirty-Nine Steps), The Runagates Club is a collection of twelve short stories focusing on members of the eponymous London dining society. The stories include: The Green Wildebeest: Sir Richard Hannay’s Story The Frying Pan and the Fire: The Duke of Burminster’s Story Dr Lartius: Mr Palliser-Yeates’s Story The Wind in the Portico: Mr. Henry Nightingale's Story ’Divus’ Johnston: Lord Lamancha's Story The Loathly Opposite: Major Oliver Pugh's Story Sing a Song of Sixpence: Sir Edward Leithen's Story Ship to Tarshish: Mr. Ralph Collatt's Story Skule Skerry: Mr. Anthony Hurrell's Story 'Tendebant Manus': Sir Arthur Warcliffe's Story The Last Crusade: Mr. Francis Martendale's Story Fullcircle: Mr. Martin Peckwether's Story Publisher's Note: The original text of the stories in The Runagates Club may themes and language that represent prejudiced and harmful beliefs regarding race and ethnicity. While these views were never legitimate nor equitable, and do not represent the beliefs or views of the publisher, they were unfortunately commonplace at the time of writing and publication. In the interest of preserving and documenting both the highlights and faults of literary history, this audiobook utilizes the text uncensored and unedited. Please proceed with discretion.Mostra libro
“Does the seed know it must die?” One of Rosemary’s final requests of her husband was to create the garden of her dreams. A place where she could live the remainder of her days in peace. A place that will remind her of her best moments and memories long past. Thomas toils day and night to complete it, but in a moment of carelessness in the cabbage patch, he unknowingly rips the veil between the natural and unnatural. What was meant to be a gift rapidly blossoms into an overwhelming curse—one that unleashes a cornucopia of dread, tension, and fraught. In this short story, C.S. Fritz carries the reader into the dark powers of unresolved resentment, lore, and where hope becomes horror.Mostra libro
There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating. From their pens to your your ears.Mostra libro
