Length32h 52m
About this audiobook
Freeman Wills Crofts' 'London Murder Mysteries' is a classic work of detective fiction that follows the meticulous Inspector French as he solves complex murder cases in the bustling city of London. Crofts' writing style is characterized by its attention to detail and logical progression, making it a favorite among fans of the Golden Age of detective novels. Set against the backdrop of 1920s London, the book captures the essence of the time with its vivid descriptions and intricate plot twists. Readers will be drawn into the intricately woven web of clues and suspects, kept on edge until the very end. Freeman Wills Crofts, a former railway engineer, brings his practical knowledge and attention to detail to his writing, creating a believable and authentic world for his characters to navigate. His background in engineering is evident in the precise and systematic approach Inspector French takes in solving each case, adding a unique flair to the genre. 'London Murder Mysteries' is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction, offering a compelling and engaging read that will keep readers guessing until the final revelation.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (17)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length32 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Ponson Case (Musaicum Vintage Mysteries)
2The Cask
3PART I—LONDON
4CHAPTER I. A STRANGE CONSIGNMENT
5CHAPTER II. INSPECTOR BURNLEY ON THE TRACK
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6CHAPTER III. THE WATCHER ON THE WALL
7CHAPTER IV. A MIDNIGHT INTERVIEW
8CHAPTER V. FELIX TELLS A STORY
9CHAPTER VI. THE ART OF DETECTION
10CHAPTER VII. THE CASK AT LAST
11CHAPTER VIII. THE OPENING OF THE CASK
12PART II—PARIS
13CHAPTER IX. M. LE CHEF DE LA SÛRETÉ
14CHAPTER X. WHO WROTE THE LETTER?
15CHAPTER XI. MM. DUPIERRE ET CIE.
16CHAPTER XII. AT THE GARE ST. LAZARE
17CHAPTER XIII. THE OWNER OF THE DRESS
18CHAPTER XIV. M. BOIRAC MAKES A STATEMENT
19CHAPTER XV. THE HOUSE IN THE AVENUE DE L’ALMA
20CHAPTER XVI. INSPECTOR BURNLEY UP AGAINST IT
21CHAPTER XVII. A COUNCIL OF WAR
22CHAPTER XVIII. LEFARGE HUNTS ALONE
23CHAPTER XIX. THE TESTING OF AN ALIBI
24CHAPTER XX. SOME DAMNING EVIDENCE
25PART III—LONDON AND PARIS
26CHAPTER XXI. A NEW POINT OF VIEW
27CHAPTER XXII. FELIX TELLS A SECOND STORY
28CHAPTER XXIII. CLIFFORD GETS TO WORK
29CHAPTER XXIV. MR. GEORGES LA TOUCHE
30CHAPTER XXV. DISAPPOINTMENT
31CHAPTER XXVI. A CLUE AT LAST
32CHAPTER XXVII. LA TOUCHE’S DILEMMA
33CHAPTER XXVIII. THE UNRAVELLING OF THE WEB
34CHAPTER XXIX. A DRAMATIC DÉNOUEMENT
35CHAPTER XXX. CONCLUSION
36The Ponson Case
37CHAPTER 1 Mystery at Luce Manor
38CHAPTER 2 A Sinister Suggestion
39CHAPTER 3 Hoaxed?
40CHAPTER 4 Inspector Tanner Grows Suspicious
41CHAPTER 5 Inspector Tanner Becomes Convinced
42CHAPTER 6 What Cosgrove Had To Tell
43CHAPTER 7 Cosgrove’s Trip North
44CHAPTER 8 Tanner Finds Himself Duped
45CHAPTER 9 Lois Drew Takes A Hand
46CHAPTER 10 A Woman’s Wit
47CHAPTER 11 A Fresh Start
48CHAPTER 12 A Stern Chase
49CHAPTER 13 Blackmail?
50CHAPTER 14 A Dramatic Discovery
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