An English Murder (Musaicum Vintage Mysteries)
By Cyril Hare
Length6h 10m
About this audiobook
Cyril Hare's 'An English Murder' is a classic whodunit set in the English countryside, where a group of disparate characters find themselves trapped in a country house during a snowstorm, with a murderer in their midst. Hare's meticulous plotting and sharp characterizations make this mystery an engaging and suspenseful read, with unexpected twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end. The book is a prime example of the Golden Age of detective fiction, with its emphasis on puzzle-solving and intricate plotting. Hare's writing style is elegant and understated, reflecting the traditional British mystery genre of the mid-20th century. His attention to detail and clever use of misdirection make 'An English Murder' a true gem in the genre. Cyril Hare, a pseudonym for Alfred Alexander Gordon Clark, was a British barrister and judge who turned to writing detective fiction in his spare time. His legal background brings a sense of authenticity to the courtroom scenes and legal aspects of his mysteries. Fans of traditional English mysteries will thoroughly enjoy 'An English Murder' for its engaging plot, well-drawn characters, and clever twists that keep them on their toes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (6K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length6 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I THE BUTLER AND THE PROFESSOR
2CHAPTER II THE GUESTS
3CHAPTER III FATHER AND SON
4CHAPTER IV TEA FOR SIX
5CHAPTER V ROBERT IN THE TOILS
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6CHAPTER VI COMPANY IN THE PANTRY
7CHAPTER VII CHRISTMAS DINNER
8CHAPTER VIII THE LAST TOAST
9CHAPTER IX CYANIDE
10CHAPTER X DR. BOTTWINK AT BREAKFAST
11CHAPTER XI JOHN WILKES AND WILLIAM PITT
12CHAPTER XII THE BEDROOM AND THE LIBRARY
13CHAPTER XIII A NEW LORD WARBECK
14CHAPTER XIV EFFECTS OF A THAW
15CHAPTER XV DR. BOTTWINK IN ERROR
16CHAPTER XVI A POT OF TEA
17CHAPTER XVII "WORDS, WORDS...."
18CHAPTER XVIII AN ENGLISH MURDER
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