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  The Haunted Bookshop

  Christopher Morley

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  Roger Mifflin’s bookshop is no ordinary store. Tucked away in Brooklyn, The Haunted Bookshop doesn’t sell ghost stories—it’s haunted by the spirits of great literature. When young advertising man Aubrey Gilbert steps inside, he expects a simple business transaction. What he finds instead is a world of intrigue, wisdom, and unexpected danger. 
  The eccentric yet sharp-witted bookseller, Roger Mifflin, lives for books, but something unusual is happening in his quiet shop. A valuable book disappears without a trace, and Mifflin insists that sinister forces are at play. Aubrey, skeptical but intrigued, is drawn into a literary mystery that will test his intellect, courage, and even his heart. Meanwhile, a charming and independent young woman, Titania Chapman, enters the picture, challenging societal expectations and proving that bookshops might be the perfect setting for both romance and adventure. 
  Set just after World War I, The Haunted Bookshop is both a celebration of literature and a thrilling mystery that explores the power of books in shaping minds and lives. Morley’s clever dialogue, literary references, and sharp social observations make this a delightful read for bibliophiles and mystery lovers alike. 
  A charming blend of mystery, romance, and literary passion—perfect for fans of classic bookshop tales and intellectual adventure!

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  The Haunted Hotel

  Wilkie Collins

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  The scandalous marriage of the Countess Narona to Lord Montbarry takes place in London to the disgust of his family. Not least to his treatment of his former betrothed: Agnes Lockwood. But scandal turns to tragedy when he dies of illness in a Venetian Palace. Under a cloud of suspicion and mystery, the Palace is turned into a hotel, but still questions remain...What has happened to the mysteriously missing Courier, last seen in Lord Montbarry's employ?...and why do strange and unearthly things happen when members of his family sleep in a certain room in that hotel, the room in which he died...?Written by that grandfather of mystery and crime, Wilkie Collins, The Haunted Hotel is a supernatural mystery first published in 1879. Narrated by Michael Ward.

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  Opening Nightmare An - A Como...

  John Gaspard

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  A Killer Show, With the Corpses To Prove It 
  When an audience member is stabbed in the middle of an Opening Night performance, Leah must figure out who this clever killer is ... and make sure they don't kill the run of her show! Or murder her, as well! 
  A great introduction to The Como Lake Players mystery series: New Executive Director (and former actress) Leah Sexton must navigate the twisty world of community theater while dealing with crazy Board members, egomaniacal directors, self-centered actors ... and the occasional cold-blooded killer. 
  "This new cozy series will keep you guessing until the very end!" — Storeybook Reviews

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  Ravenscroft's Last Case -...

  Kerry Tombs

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  AN EVOCATIVE VICTORIAN DETECTIVE MYSTERY FULL OF CLEVER TWISTS 
   
  Worcester, April 1893. 
   
  Detective Inspector Ravenscroft receives a strange note from a lonely old woman fearing for her life. But when he visits her, she is already dead. 
   
  DID MISS MAUD FINCHER’S HEART GIVE OUT OR WAS SHE SCARED TO DEATH? 
   
  Maud Fincher was part of a group of locals trying to speak to their deceased loved ones through the medium of séance. Ravenscroft thinks this is harmless nonsense . . . until the old lady’s last surviving heir is murdered. 
   
  Is there something sinister going on at these séances? 
   
  In his last-ever case before retiring Ravenscroft must question everything he believes in order to catch this killer. 
   
  CAN HE UNMASK THE MURDERER AND RETIRE IN PEACE?

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  Cold Blooded Killer: the...

  Alex Pine

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  ‘HELP! I am addicted to this series! Unputdownable’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  Snow is falling. Murder is calling.  
  Journalist Gordon Carver receives news that sends a chill down his spine. Rushing home from the pub, he frantically calls his police contact, DCI James Walker to share his discovery, only to be struck from behind, plunging him into darkness. 
  James misses the call, and by the time he arrives at the crime scene, Gordon is dead. With his name as the last entry in Gordon's phone, James is thrust into a chilling investigation. What vital information was Gordon about to reveal, and who silenced him? 
  With no witnesses and scant evidence, James races against time to uncover the truth. Can he uncover the mystery before the killer slips away?Readers can't put down Alex Pine's winter crime: 
  'You know winter is coming when the latest Alex Pine novel drops' Netgalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'This is my favourite book in the series' Netgalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'What a fantastic book…the killer is a surprise!' Netgalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  In this thrilling sequel, DCI James Walker is back in action, navigating the small, rural town's underbelly to uncover the truth behind Gordon's murder. The suspense is palpable as he races against time, his detective skills put to the ultimate test in this top-rated procedural fiction. 
  For fans of Ed James (Where the Bodies Lie), Neil Broadfoot (Exit Wounds), Tg Reid (The Killing Parade), Freida Mcfadden (The Boyfriend), and J M Dalgliesh (When Death Calls). 
  HarperCollins 2025

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  The Secret Agent

  Joseph Conrad

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  "The Secret Agent" is a novel written by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1907. The story is set in London in the late 19th century and revolves around the activities of a group of anarchists and a plot to strike a blow against the oppressive government. The central character, Mr. Verloc, is a secret agent tasked with infiltrating the anarchist circles, but his personal motivations and the complexities of the political landscape lead to tragic consequences.

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