"Persons Unknown"
A gripping rural mystery with twists and character-driven suspenseBy Virginia Tracy
Length13h 57m
About this audiobook
In "Persons Unknown," Virginia Tracy presents a compelling exploration of identity and existential angst within a fragmented narrative. The novel employs a stream-of-consciousness technique, interweaving the lives of disparate characters whose paths converge in unexpected ways, all set against the backdrop of an enigmatic, modern urban landscape. Tracy's lyrical prose and rich imagery invite readers to grapple with themes of anonymity, belonging, and the often elusive nature of selfhood, positioning the work within the contemporary literary context of psychological realism and social critique. Virginia Tracy, an esteemed figure in modern literature, draws upon her extensive background in psychology and philosophy to craft this profound narrative. Having lived in various multicultural settings, her personal experiences of displacement and alienation inform the nuanced characterizations and the novel's existential inquiries. Tracy's previous works often delve into the complexities of human relationships and societal constructs, making "Persons Unknown" a pivotal piece in her oeuvre. I enthusiastically recommend "Persons Unknown" to readers seeking a thought-provoking examination of contemporary issues related to identity and connection. Tracy'Äôs ability to evoke empathy and introspection makes this novel an essential read for those interested in the intricacies of the human experience.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length13 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 23, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER VI: HERRICK IS ASKED A FAVOR
3CHAPTER VII: HERRICK HAS A BUSIEST DAY
4CHAPTER VIII: MRS. WILLING TELLS WHAT SHE KNOWS
5CHAPTER IX: JOE PATRICK IS DETAINED
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6CHAPTER X
7JOE PATRICK ARRIVES
8"Mr. Coroner," she said, "I wish to correct a false impression; may I?"
9"'Great Scott!' I says to myself, 'there's Miss Hope!'"
10CHAPTER XI: PERSONS UNKNOWN
11CHAPTER XII: HERRICK RECEIVES A TELEPHONE MESSAGE
12BOOK SECOND: THE SHADOW ON THE SCREEN
13CHAPTER I: HERRICK PAYS A CALL, AND THE TEA IS SPILT
14CHAPTER II: IN WHICH A MYSTERIOUS ARM IS OUTSTRETCHED
15CHAPTER III: HERRICK GUESSES AT THE MYSTERY AND GETS IN SOMETHING'S WAY
16CHAPTER IV: THE MYSTERY PAUSES, AND OTHER THINGS GO FORWARD
17CHAPTER V
18HERRICK HEARS A BELL RING
19"There are detectives shadowing me," Christina said. "Don't deny it—I know!"
20CHAPTER VI: AND HOLDS A RECEPTION AFTER ALL
21CHAPTER VII: MORNING IN THE PARK: THE SILENT OUTCRY
22CHAPTER VIII: A GREAT OCCASION APPROACHES AND THE VILLAIN ENTERS
23CHAPTER IX: PRESTO CHANGE: "OUT OF THE NIGHT THAT COVERS ME!"
24CHAPTER X: MIDNIGHT IN THE PARK; "JE SUIS AUSSI SANS DÉSIR—"
25CHAPTER XI: KEEPING CHRISTINA OUT OF IT
26CHAPTER XII: AULD ACQUAINTANCE: WHAT CHRISTINA SAW
27CHAPTER XIII: THE NIGHT OF NIGHTS: THE PRINCESS IN THE TRANSFORMATION SCENE
28CHAPTER XIV: ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS
29CHAPTER XV: "WHEN STARS GROW COLD"
30BOOK THIRD: WILL O' THE WISP
31CHAPTER I: GLEAMS IN THE RAIN: WHEELER'S STORY
32CHAPTER II: CORPSE CANDLES IN THE NIGHT: MRS. DEUTCH'S STORY
33CHAPTER III: SEARCH-LIGHTS FLASHED IN THE EYES: KANE'S STORY
34CHAPTER IV: A LIGHT ALONG THE ROAD: DENNY GIVES AN ADDRESS
35CHAPTER V: THE WRONG SIDE OF THE LIGHT: WHERE CHRISTINA WAS
36CHAPTER VI
37THE YELLOW HOUSE AND WHAT THEY FOUND AT IT
38Nowhere was there a letter, no significant writing nor any other name.
39CHAPTER VII: VANISHING LADY: THE SHADOW AT THE DANCE
40CHAPTER VIII: JILL-IN-THE-BOX! THE LAST OF THE GRAY TOURING CAR
41CHAPTER IX: A SIGN IN THE SKY
42CHAPTER X: "THE OLD EARL'S DAUGHTER": MRS. PASCOE ON FAMILY TIES
43CHAPTER XI: THE ARM OF JUSTICE ON CLEANING DAY: AN OVERTURE TO A COMIC OPERA
44CHAPTER XII: THE COMIC OPERA CHORUS: "AND SAID, 'WHAT A GOOD BOY AM I!'"
45CHAPTER XIII: "WILL YOU WALK INTO MY PARLOR?": A CRIMINAL PERFORMANCE
46CHAPTER XIV: THE SICILIAN TRAITOR: "YOU THAT CHOOSE NOT BY THE VIEW"
47CHAPTER XV: ONE WITNESS SPEAKS
48CHAPTER XVI: THE LAST SHADOW: "LEAVE ALL THAT TIES THY FOOT BEHIND AND FOLLOW, FOLLOW ME!"
49CHAPTER XVII: HERSELF
50BOOK FOURTH: THE LIGHTED HOUSE
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