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False Evidence
A Suspenseful Whodunit with Deceit and AccusationsBy E. Phillips OppenheimLength7h 58m
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In "False Evidence," E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a riveting narrative steeped in the intrigue of espionage and deception. The novel intricately weaves elements of mystery and romance into the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe, a period marked by political tension and shifting allegiances. Oppenheim's literary style is characterized by his sharp dialogue and vivid descriptions, capturing not only the atmosphere of the time but also the psychological complexity of his characters, who navigate the perilous waters of trust and betrayal. The dense plotting serves as a testament to the author'Äôs proficiency in creating suspenseful scenarios that relentlessly engage the reader throughout. E. Phillips Oppenheim, often referred to as the 'Prince of Storytellers,' was a prolific English novelist whose works largely focused on crime, mystery, and adventure. His firsthand experiences and connections within society and politics during the early 1900s undoubtedly informed his keen insights into human behavior and the machinations of power, which permeate "False Evidence." This nuanced understanding of his era's sociopolitical climate informs the intricate relationships and moral dilemmas faced by his characters, providing depth to the narrative. For readers who appreciate a masterfully plotted thriller replete with rich historical context, "False Evidence" stands out as an exemplary work by Oppenheim. The novel invites the reader into a world fraught with uncertainty, where the line between right and wrong is obscured by ambition and the pursuit of truth. It is a compelling exploration of trust's fragility that will resonate with fans of classic detective fiction and those intrigued by tales of espionage.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length7 hrs 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PROLOGUE
24CHAPTER XXIII IN THE PICTURE GALLERY
2CHAPTER I MY APOLOGY
25CHAPTER XXIV A MIDNIGHT VISITOR
3CHAPTER II THE FIRST CLOUD
26CHAPTER XXV "COUSINS!"
4CHAPTER III "THE BOY MUST BE TOLD"
27CHAPTER XXVI I "GIVE WARNING"
5CHAPTER IV "A MYSTERIOUS MEETING"
28CHAPTER XXVII SIR FRANCIS DEVEREUX'S APPEAL
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6CHAPTER V "ON BOSSINGTON HEADLAND"
29CHAPTER XXVIII GOOD-BYE TO DEVEREUX COURT
7CHAPTER VI AN INTERRUPTED ADDRESS
30CHAPTER XXIX I AM TEMPTED
8CHAPTER VII "I AM TOLD"
31CHAPTER XXX LIAR AND COWARD
9CHAPTER VIII "MY VOW"
32CHAPTER XXXI MY FATHER AND I
10CHAPTER IX AN UNEXPECTED VISIT
33CHAPTER XXXII THE BRIGANDS' HOME
11CHAPTER X THE FIRST MOVE
34CHAPTER XXXIII AT PALERMO
12CHAPTER XI COLONEL DEVEREUX'S LAND AGENT
35CHAPTER XXXIV VISITORS FROM ROME
13CHAPTER XII AT DEVEREUX COURT
36CHAPTER XXXV WE ENTERTAIN AT THE VILLA
14CHAPTER XIII COLONEL SIR FRANCIS DEVEREUX, BART.
37CHAPTER XXXVI MR. BURTON LEIGH
15CHAPTER XIV THE BEGINNING OF DANGER
38CHAPTER XXXVII CUT DOWN
16CHAPTER XV A FIGHT FOR LIFE
39CHAPTER XXXVIII AN OMINOUS NOTE
17CHAPTER XVI MY CONVALESCENCE
40CHAPTER XXXIX "MY FATHER'S RESOLUTION"
18CHAPTER XVII A MOONLIGHT RIDE
41CHAPTER XL A HORRIBLE MISTAKE
19CHAPTER XVIII A STRANGE INTERVIEW
42CHAPTER XLI "TWO YEARS AFTER"
20CHAPTER XIX MARIAN SURPRISES ME
43CHAPTER XLII A TRAITOROUS LOVE
21CHAPTER XX AMONGST THE BULRUSHES
44CHAPTER XLIII EXPIATION
22CHAPTER XXI RUPERT DEVEREUX
45CHAPTER XLIV "HERO"
23CHAPTER XXII FACE TO FACE