The Black Abbot

By Edgar Wallace
Listen with Sir Michael Caine™ and 1,000+ voices
Length10h 25m

About this audiobook

A hunt for gold in a ruined abbey is complicated by the legend of a ghostly guardian that supposedly kills those who disturb the site. As the body count rises, it becomes clear that a living, breathing monster is using the superstition to cover up a ruthless crime.

Audiobook details

Rating★★★★ 3.5 (414)
Includes Goodreads
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length10 hrs 25 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish

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