A Thief in the Night: Further adventures of A. J. Raffles, Cricketer and Cracksman
Danger and Deception: Thrilling escapades of a gentleman thief in Victorian EnglandBy E. W. Hornung
Length2h 59m
About this audiobook
In "A Thief in the Night: Further Adventures of A. J. Raffles, Cricketer and Cracksman," E. W. Hornung intricately weaves a compelling narrative blending crime and sport. This engaging collection serves as a sequel to the earlier Raffles stories, employing rich, vivid prose and a deft touch of humor to depict the exploits of Raffles, a gentleman thief, and his companion Bunny Manders. Set against the lively backdrop of Edwardian England, the stories unravel the fine line between criminality and gentlemanly pursuits, while reflecting societal norms and moral dilemmas of the time. Hornung'Äôs keen eye for detail enhances character development and elevates the tension inherent in Raffles'Äôs escapades, ensuring a captivating read for both enthusiasts of crime fiction and fans of rugby tales alike. E. W. Hornung, an accomplished writer and playwright, deeply ingrained in the literary culture of Victorian and Edwardian England, was the son-in-law of Arthur Conan Doyle. His personal experiences and insights as a cricketer provide an authentic understanding of Raffles'Äôs character, enabling him to forge a unique identity that celebrates both sport and theft. This duality of interests not only influenced Hornung's writing style but also allowed him to explore themes of honor and deception poignantly. For readers who delight in clever narratives that challenge conventional morality while celebrating wit and charm, "A Thief in the Night" is an essential addition to one's literary repertoire. Hornung's masterful storytelling, combined with the thrilling escapades of a memorable anti-hero, will leave you entranced and eagerly anticipating Raffles's next caper.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (484)
Includes Goodreads
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length2 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Rest Cure: WEST-END OUTRAGE
2The Criminologists' Club
3The Field of Philippi
4A Bad Night
5A Trap to Catch a Cracksman
Show all chaptersShow less
6The Spoils of Sacrilege
7The Raffles Relics
8The Last Word: THE END
E. W. HORNUNG Ultimate Collection – 19 Novels & 40+ Short Stories, Including War Poems and Memoirs (Annotated)E. W. Hornung200h 54m4.4 (12)$2 · $0.00
VINTAGE BRITISH MYSTERIES – 6 Intriguing Brainteasers in One Premium Edition (Annotated)E. W. Hornung40h 11m$2 · $0.00
THE COMPLETE RAFFLES SERIES – 45+ Short Stories & A Novel in One Volume: The Amateur Cracksman, The Black Mask, A Thief in the Night, Mr. Justice Raffles, Mrs. Raffles, R. Holmes & Co. (Annotated)E. W. Hornung, John Kendrick Bangs32h 54m4.0 (15)$2 · $0.00
RAFFLES, A GENTLEMAN-THIEF: 27 Adventure Tales in One Volume (Annotated)E. W. Hornung26h 17m$2 · $0.00
COLLECTOR'S EDITION – COMPLETE RAFFLES SERIES & SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURES: 60+ Novels & Stories in One Volume (Mystery & Crime Classics) (Annotated)E. W. Hornung, Arthur Conan Doyle, John Kendrick Bangs44h 20m$2 · $0.00
The Shadow of the RopeE. W. Hornung7h 17m3.6 (74)$2 · $0.00
Dead Men Tell No TalesE. W. Hornung6h 37m$2 · $0.00
The Amateur CracksmanE. W. Hornung3h 57m3.8 (4.8K)$2 · $0.00
A Thief in the Night: A Book of Raffles' AdventuresE. W. Hornung4h 47m3.9 (577)$2 · $0.00
E. W. HORNUNG Ultimate Collection – 19 Novels & 40+ Short Stories, Including War Poems and MemoirsE. W. Hornung201h 36m$1 · $0.00
Mr. Justice RafflesE. W. Hornung7h 11m3.6 (396)$2 · $0.00
The Thousandth WomanE. W. Hornung2h 21m$2 · $0.00
At LargeE. W. Hornung9h 10m3.1 (22)$2 · $0.00
The Camera FiendE. W. Hornung8h 38m3.4 (40)$1 · $0.00
Witching HillE. W. Hornung6h 10m3.6 (108)$2 · $0.00
The Boss of TaroombaE. W. Hornung4h 4m3.3 (12)$2 · $0.00
Charles ReadeE. W. Hornung1h 34m$2 · $0.00
The Ballad of Ensign JoyE. W. Hornung30m$2 · $0.00
A Bride from the BushE. W. Hornung3h 59m3.1 (29)$2 · $0.00
The Rose CodeKate Quinn16h 2m4.4 (493.7K)$33 · $0.00
Deadly Badlands PursuitSharee Stover5h 53m4.6 (361)$12 · $0.00
Crime and Punishment (The Unabridged Garnett Translation) (Annotated)Fyodor Dostoevsky24h 25m4.5 (15.4K)$1.99 · $0.00
Three ComradesErich Maria Remarque15h 50m4.5 (47.3K)$2 · $0.00
AngelAnita Waller10h 30m4.6 (672)$30 · $0.00
The BorderDon Winslow29h 8m4.5 (35.7K)$53 · $0.00
FlashpointCatherine Coulter11h 38m4.5 (11.6K)$29 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m4.6 (495)$33 · $0.00
Fang Si-Chi's First Love ParadiseYi-Han Lin8h 25m4.5 (4K)$26 · $0.00
No Woman Left BehindJulie Moffett8h 49m4.5 (3K)$25 · $0.00
CovertJanie Crouch6h 15m4.5 (2K)$12 · $0.00
Cold Case InvestigationNicole Helm5h 30m4.6 (321)$5 · $0.00
The ReunionJana DeLeon6h 31m4.5 (1.6K)$12 · $0.00
Courage Under FireSharon Dunn5h 50m4.5 (730)$24 · $0.00
Decoding the TruthJulie Miller7h 31m4.6 (350)$12 · $0.00
Murder Gone ColdB.J. Daniels5h 50m4.5 (562)$12 · $0.00
Crime and PunishmentFyodor Dostoyevsky23h 14m4.4 (1.3M)$1 · $0.00
Exit FeeBrad Taylor3h 16m4.5 (1.9K)$18 · $0.00
Sworn to ProtectShirlee McCoy5h 7m4.5 (1K)$12 · $0.00
The Alice NetworkKate Quinn15h 7m4.4 (887.1K)$33 · $0.00
You may also like
The Amateur CracksmanE. W. Hornung5h 22m3.7 (3.1K)$12 · $0.00
The Amateur CracksmanE. W. Hornung3h 57m3.8 (4.8K)$2 · $0.00
LUPIN - The Adventures of Gentleman ThiefMaurice Leblanc103h 13m4.0 (25.5K)$2 · $0.00
The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène LupinMaurice Leblanc6h 26m3.9 (23.4K)$1 · $0.00
The confessions of Arsène LupinMaurice Leblanc7h 44m4.1 (2.8K)$17 · $0.00
The Last Kind WordDavid Housewright8h 25m4.1 (973)$20
The Amateur CracksmenE. W. Hornung5h 41m3.8 (3.5K)$2.30
The CollectorDaniel Silva9h 12m4.3 (31.3K)$29 · $0.00
The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin, Gentleman-BurglarMaurice Leblanc6h 26m3.9 (25.1K)$3.50 · $0.00
A Gentleman of LeisureP. G. Wodehouse7h 5m4.0 (1.8K)$2.30 · $0.00
The Hollow NeedleMaurice Leblanc7h 46m3.9 (8.7K)$3.50 · $0.00
Dirty MoneyDonald E. Westlake5h 12m3.9 (3.3K)$20
A Cure for BoredomEdward Kendrick5h 47m$4 · $0.00
Raffles Further Adventures of the Amateur CracksmanE. W. Hornung5h 53m3.7 (546)$2.30
The Sack of Monte Carlo: An Adventure of To-dayWalter Frith6h 30m$2 · $0.00
Mr. Justice RafflesE. W. Hornung7h 11m3.6 (396)$2 · $0.00
A Thief in the Night (Annotated)E. W. Hornung6h 46m4.2 (175)$1.20 · $0.00
Savage landsMike voss44m5.0 (3) Only with Ultra
In the Bishop's CarriageMiriam Michelson5h 37m3.7 (53)$2 · $0.00
The Lady in the CarWilliam Le Queux7h 41m3.0 (11)$2.30