The Bat & The Circular Staircase
Enriched edition. Miss Cornelia Van Gorder Mystery NovelsBy Mary Roberts Rinehart
Length15h 49m
About this audiobook
Mary Roberts Rinehart's novel, 'The Bat & The Circular Staircase,' is a brilliant combination of mystery and suspense, featuring intricate plot twists and dynamic characters. Set in a secluded mansion with a dark history, the story unfolds as the tenants are haunted by the eerie presence of a masked criminal known as 'The Bat.' Rinehart's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions and cleverly crafted dialogues, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they try to piece together the clues. The novel's gothic elements and complex narrative structure reflect Rinehart's innovative approach to the mystery genre, making it a timeless classic. Mary Roberts Rinehart, a trailblazing American author known as the 'American Agatha Christie,' drew inspiration from her own experiences as a nurse and war correspondent during World War I. Her keen observations of human behavior and society's complexities are evident in her works, including 'The Bat & The Circular Staircase.' Rinehart's multifaceted background adds depth and authenticity to the novel's characters and plot. I highly recommend 'The Bat & The Circular Staircase' to readers who enjoy gripping mysteries with a touch of gothic atmosphere. Rinehart's masterful storytelling and intricate plot development make this novel a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (49)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length15 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 2, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Marie Roberts Rinehart
2The Nine Unknown (Spy Thriller)
3The Mystery of Mary
4The Clue
5The Mystery of the Downs (Thriller Novel)
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6Introduction
7Historical Context
8Synopsis (Selection)
9The Circular Staircase (pt. 1)
10The Circular Staircase (pt. 2)
11The Circular Staircase (pt. 3)
12The Circular Staircase (pt. 4)
13The Bat
14Chapter One. The Shadow of the Bat
15Chapter Two. The Indomitable Miss Van Gorder
16Chapter Three. Pistol Practice
17Chapter Four. The Storm Gathers
18Chapter Five. Alopecia and Rubeola
19Chapter Six. Detective Anderson Takes Charge
20Chapter Seven. Cross-Questions and Crooked Answers
21Chapter Eight. The Gleaming Eye
22Chapter Nine. A Shot in the Dark
23Chapter Ten. The Phone Call from Nowhere
24Chapter Eleven. Billy Practices Jiu-Jitsu
25Chapter Twelve. "I Didn't Kill Him." (pt. 1)
26Chapter Twelve. "I Didn't Kill Him." (pt. 2)
27Analysis
28Reflection
29Memorable Quotes
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