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In the turbulent years leading up to the First World War, Malcolm Hay, an aspiring engineer for the Ukrainian-English Oil Company, finds himself entangled in a web of political intrigue and power plays in the heart of Russia.
Amidst the glittering salons of London and the dangerous streets of Kiev, Malcolm crosses paths with the alluring Grand-Duchess Irene Yaroslav. She becomes a pawn in a ruthless game orchestrated by the ambitious Russian prince,...
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"Jack O' Judgment" by Edgar Wallace is a thrilling mystery where a masked vigilante dispenses justice in a crime-ridden city. As Chief Inspector Kerry investigates, the narrative unfolds with suspense, moral complexities, and unexpected revelations. Wallace weaves a tale of crime, retribution, and the pursuit of justice. The enigmatic Jack O' Judgment challenges conventional notions, exposing the underbelly of societal corruption. With a blend of...
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An excellent crime novel which contains a cunning villain, love, revenge and locked room murder by the master of British thrillers. The hero John Lexman, is a mystery writer, like the author himself, and is married to a lovely woman who hides a secret. The Greek aristocrat, Remington Kara is stunningly handsome and immensely rich and he nurses an unrequited passion for Lexman's wife. When Lexman gets himself into financial problems with an Albanian...
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To save herself from debtor's prison, a girl agrees to marry a convicted killer When her father died, Lydia lost her closest friend in the world and inherited a mountain of debt. Though she works tirelessly, she doubts she will ever be able to pay it all off. She is near despair when a lawyer comes to her with a most unusual proposal that could save her finances-and cost her life. The lawyer's client is James Meredith, a wealthy young man who has...
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"The Green Rust" by Edgar Wallace is a gripping tale of international intrigue and scientific conspiracy. As Dr. van Heerden unravels a sinister plot involving a deadly chemical, the narrative unfolds with suspense and espionage. Wallace weaves a story of danger, moral dilemmas, and the race to prevent catastrophe. The novel explores the darker aspects of scientific advancements, delving into the consequences of unchecked ambition. With vivid characters...
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"The Man Who Knew" by Edgar Wallace unfolds a suspenseful narrative as Robert Vane, a man with an uncanny knowledge of crime, becomes embroiled in a perilous plot. Wallace weaves a tale of intrigue, blending crime, romance, and unexpected alliances. Vane's mysterious abilities make him a target, and the story takes readers on a thrilling journey through the criminal underworld. With plot twists and gripping suspense, the novel explores the consequences...
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The Four Just Men (1905) is a political thriller by Edgar Wallace. The book that launched Wallace's career as one of England's leading popular fiction writers, The Four Just Men was released in conjunction with a newspaper competition allowing readers to guess the truth behind the unsolved mystery at the end of the novel. Like many of Wallace's stories and novels, The Four Just Men was adapted into a silent film in 1921 before being made into a popular...
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"The Secret House" by Edgar Wallace is a thrilling mystery where a man inherits an enigmatic house harboring dark secrets. As he unravels its mysteries, he becomes entangled in espionage and peril. Wallace's narrative weaves suspense, espionage, and unexpected revelations, exploring the thin line between trust and betrayal. The secret house becomes a symbol of intrigue, drawing readers into a labyrinth of conspiracies. With vivid characters and gripping...
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If you like a villain to be a proper villain then Oberzhon is the genuine article. What a villain! What an adventure! There are crimes for, which no punishment is adequate, offences that the written law cannot efface. When conventional justice fails, The Three Just Men employ their great intellect and cunning. They use their own methods, carry out their own verdicts, which the police were unable or unwilling to carry out. There can be no compromise....
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"The Duke in the Suburbs" by Edgar Wallace is a humorous exploration of aristocracy clashing with suburban life. When a duke disguises himself as a commoner, chaos ensues. Wallace weaves a comedic narrative of mistaken identities, social satire, and romance. The story navigates through the absurdities of class distinctions and societal expectations, providing a light-hearted commentary on the clash between tradition and modernity. With wit and charm,...
11) The Avenger
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Excerpt: "Captain Mike Brixan had certain mild and innocent superstitions. He believed, for example, that if he saw a green crow in a field he would certainly see another green crow before the day was out. And when, at the bookstand on Aix la Chapelle station, he saw and purchased a dime novel that was comprehensively intituled "Only an Extra, or the Pride of Hollywood," he was less concerned as to how this thrilling and dog-eared romance came to...
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The second installment in the enthralling exploits of Commissioner Sanders, Great Britain's man in colonial Africa Commissioner Sanders should have known better than to go on vacation. He is just a few days from his offices in British West Africa when he receives word from his second in command that trouble, always at a simmer in this jungle outpost, is about to come to a boil. He rushes home, arriving just in time for a meeting of the chiefs of his...
13) Bones
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"Bones: Further Adventures in Mr. Commissioner Sanders' Country" by Edgar Wallace continues the exploits of Commissioner Sanders in colonial Africa. Wallace crafts a thrilling narrative of intrigue, tribal conflicts, and the challenges of maintaining order. As Sanders confronts new adversaries and navigates the complexities of colonial dynamics, the story unfolds with suspense and moral dilemmas. The novel delves into the clash between tradition and...
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Audrey Bedford, a small town girl, goes to London and is, arrested for, stealing the Queen of Finland's necklace. She realizes immediately that her sister is the guilty party, but family loyalty leads her to accept the charge and she does the time rather than implicate her sister. Once released from prison she takes the only job she can find and ends up embroiled in a case of murder, robbery and stolen diamonds. Because of her past, she can't afford...
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When Malcolm Hay, a young British engineer, is sent to work for a Ukrainian-English oil company right before the first World War, he becomes a unique spectator of the political tensions of the time. After he befriends Kensky, a wealthy, elderly, Jewish-Russian man, and Grand-Duchess Irene Yaroslav, his life is changed by the gift Kensky has entrusted him with The Book of All-Power.
The book, which is said to be able to make any man do the holder's...
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As a symbol of the British crown, Commissioner Sanders governs the affairs of Colonial Nigeria, and becomes the target of both internal and external threats. Sanders of the River is one of Edgar Wallace's earliest successes focusing on the colonial experience and West African life.
District Commissioner Sanders struggles to maintain peace and prosperity within Colonial Nigeria. As a British ruler, he must manage the crown's expectations as well as...
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Thriller de intriga. Narra el hallazgo en la estación londinense de Waterloo de un hombre muerto sin causa aparente, y un desconocido intenta sin éxito apoderarse de la llave que el fallecido lleva en el cuello. Con él son ya dos los cadáveres en los que se ha encontrado una llave similar, lo que lleva al inspector Dick Martin a sospechar de un nexo común. Sus investigaciones le llevan al despacho del abogado Haveloc, administrador de la familia...
18) The Other Man
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"The Other Man" by Edgar Wallace is a gripping tale of suspense and moral complexity. As two men become entangled in a web of secrets and deception, the narrative unfolds with unexpected twists. Wallace explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of hidden truths. The story delves into the darker corners of human nature, challenging notions of right and wrong. With vivid characters and a suspenseful plot, the novel keeps readers on...
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Harry Stone, también conocido como Harry el Valet, era detective. Solía cambiar de nombre al registrarse en los hoteles, hasta que la policía de Rodhesia lo relacionó con el robo al Banco Nacional de Johanesburgo. Eran otros tiempos, y las autoridades coloniales hacían la vista gorda con los defectos de sus funcionarios. Harry no tuvo dificultad en escapar en el tren nocturno con destino a Ciudad del Cabo. Su objetivo era visitar a otro personaje...
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"Terror Keep" is a 1927 novel by English writer Edgar Wallace. After narrowly avoiding the wrath of highly-intelligent and arguably-insane villain John Flack, Detective JG Reeder and his secretary, Margaret Belman become locked in a deadly duel with the evil genius. A gripping page-turner, this novel is not to be missed by fans and collectors of detective fiction. Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (1 April 1875 – 10 February 1932) was an English writer...
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