
Murder Mystery Collection
Detective Fleming Stone Mysteries, Complete Pennington Wise Series, Sherlock Holmes Cases & Many MoreBy Carolyn WellsLength302h 11m
About this audiobook
In her compelling 'Murder Mystery Collection,' Carolyn Wells masterfully intertwines suspense and intrigue through a series of captivating short stories that explore the complexities of human nature and the darker side of society. Renowned for her sharp wit and engaging narrative style, Wells employs a range of literary techniques, such as unreliable narrators and intricate plot twists, inviting readers into her meticulously crafted worlds. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, this collection reflects the era's burgeoning fascination with crime and detective fiction, baring the societal concerns of the time while entertaining a broad audience. Carolyn Wells, a prominent author of her time, was deeply influenced by her early career in journalism and her passion for literature and poetry. Her experience with the intricacies of narrative and character development is evident in this collection, which showcases her unique ability to blend humor and tragedy. Wells was also part of a literary circle that included celebrated contemporaries, and this supportive community undoubtedly shaped her perspective on storytelling and her exploration of crime narratives. For readers seeking to immerse themselves in an engaging collection that both entertains and provokes thought about morality and justice, 'Murder Mystery Collection' is a must-read. Wells's deft storytelling will enthrall fans of classic mysteries while providing fresh insights into the genre. This book is perfect for those who appreciate clever plots and richly drawn characters.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length302 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 28, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. The Van Normans
26II. The Crawford House
2II. Miss Morton Arrives
27III. The Coroner’s Jury
3III. A Cry in the Night
28IV. The Inquest
4IV. Suicide Or—?
29V. Florence Lloyd
5V. A Case for the Coroner
30VI. The Gold Bag
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6VI. Fessenden Comes
31VII. Yellow Roses
7VII. Mr. Benson's Questions
32VIII. Further Inquiry
8VIII. A Soft Lead Pencil
33IX. The Twelfth Rose
9IX. The Will
34X. The Will
10X. Some Testimony
35XI. Louis's Story
11XI. “I Decline to Say”
36XII. Louis's Confession
12XII. Dorothy Burt
37XIII. Miss Lloyd's Confidence
13XIII. An Interview With Cicely
38XIV. Mr. Porter's Views
14XIV. The Carleton Household
39XV. The Photograph Explained
15XV. Fessenden's Detective Work
40XVI. A Call on Mrs. Purvis
16XVI. Searching for Clues
41XVII. The Owner of the Gold Bag
17XVII. Miss Morton's Statements
42XVIII. In Mr. Goodrich's Office
18XVIII. Carleton Is Frank
43XIX. The Midnight Train
19XIX. The Truth About Miss Burt
44XX. Fleming Stone
20XX. Cicely's Flight
45XXI. The Disclosure
21XXI. A Successful Pursuit
46I. The Girl Across the Hall
22XXII. A Talk With Miss Morton
47II. The Tragedy
23XXIII. Fleming Stone
48III. Janet Pembroke
24XXIV. A Confession
49IV. Doctor Post's Discovery
25I. The Crime in West Sedgwick
50V. Several Clues