Mystery of the Yellow Room (The first detective Joseph Rouletabille novel and one of the first locked room mystery crime fiction novels)
Intriguing locked room mystery with clever twistsBy Gaston Leroux
Length8h 18m
About this audiobook
In "The Mystery of the Yellow Room," Gaston Leroux crafts a seminal detective narrative that intricately weaves elements of mystery and suspense into the framework of a locked-room scenario. This novel introduces the astute journalist and amateur detective Joseph Rouletabille, who embarks on a thrilling investigation following a bizarre and seemingly impossible attack within a sealed chamber. Leroux'Äôs vivid prose and clever plotting not only engage the reader but also redefine the conventions of crime fiction, setting a procedural tone that would influence future generations of detective narratives. The novel deftly explores themes of perception and deception, reflecting the societal anxieties of its time as it blurs the lines between appearance and reality. Gaston Leroux, a French writer born in 1868, was deeply influenced by the rich tapestry of Parisian life and its mysteries. His background in journalism honed his investigative instincts, which fundamentally shaped his approach to storytelling. Leroux'Äôs earlier work in melodrama and the nascent detective genre culminated in this landmark novel, establishing his legacy as a pioneering force in mystery literature and showcasing his fascination with intricate plots and psychological depth. I highly recommend "The Mystery of the Yellow Room" to readers who appreciate the art of deduction and the thrill of unraveling enigmas. Leroux'Äôs groundbreaking work not only offers a captivating mystery but also invites readers to engage with the intellectual challenges posed by crime and detection, making it a must-read for both enthusiasts of the genre and scholars alike.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (17.9K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller, Literary Classics
Length8 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 19, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1. In Which We Begin Not to Understand
2Chapter 2. In Which Joseph Roultabille Appears for the First Time
3Chapter 3. “A Man Has Passed Like a Shadow Through the Blinds”
4Chapter 4. “In the Bosom of Wild Nature”
5Chapter 5. In Which Joseph Rouletabille Makes a Remark to Monsieur Robert Darzac Which Produces Its Little Effect
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6Chapter 6. In the Heart of the Oak Grove
7Chapter 7. In Which Rouletabille Sets Out on an Expedition Under the Bed
8Chapter 8. The Examining Magistrate Questions Mademoiselle Stangerson
9Chapter 9. Reporter and Detective
10Chapter 10. “We Shall Have to Eat Red Meat—Now”
11Chapter 11. In Which Frederic Larsan Explains How the Murderer Was Able to Get Out of The Yellow Room
12Chapter 12. Frederic Larsan’s Cane
13Chapter 13. “The Presbytery Has Lost Nothing of Its Charm, Nor the Garden Its Brightness”
14Chapter 14. “I Expect the Assassin This Evening”
15Chapter 15. The Trap
16Chapter 16. Strange Phenomenon of the Dissociation of Matter
17Chapter 17. The Inexplicable Gallery
18Chapter 18. Rouletabille Has Drawn a Circle Between the Two Bumps on His Forehead
19Chapter 19. Rouletabille Invites Me to Breakfast at the Donjon Inn
20Chapter 20. An Act of Mademoiselle Stangerson
21Chapter 21. On the Watch
22Chapter 22. The Incredible Body
23Chapter 23. The Double Scent
24Chapter 24. Rouletabille Knows the Two Halves of the Murderer
25Chapter 25. Rouletabille Goes on a Journey
26Chapter 26. In Which Joseph Rouletabille Is Awaited with Impatience
27Chapter 27. In Which Joseph Rouletabille Appears in All His Glory
28Chapter 28. In Which It Is Proved That One Does Not Always Think of Everything
29Chapter 29. The Mystery of Mademoiselle Stangerson
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