The Complete Detective Pennington Wise Series
Enriched edition. The Room with the Tassels, The Man Who Fell Through the Earth, In the Onyx Lobby, The Come-BackBy Carolyn Wells
Length44h 7m
About this audiobook
Carolyn Wells' "The Complete Detective Pennington Wise Series" is a collection of intricately plotted mystery novels that follow the adventures of the brilliant detective Pennington Wise and his partner Zizi. Wells' writing style is characterized by its cleverly crafted plot twists and engaging dialogue, reminiscent of classic detective fiction of the early 20th century. Each story in the series presents a new and exciting mystery for Pennington Wise to solve, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the final revelation. The series is a must-read for fans of the genre who appreciate well-developed characters and clever, suspenseful storytelling. Carolyn Wells, a prolific American author, was known for her diverse body of work that included mystery novels, children's books, and poetry. Her interest in puzzles and wordplay is evident in her detective series, where each story is a carefully constructed enigma for readers to unravel alongside the detective. Wells' attention to detail and clever sleight of hand make her a master of the mystery genre, beloved by readers for generations. I highly recommend Carolyn Wells' "The Complete Detective Pennington Wise Series" to anyone who enjoys classic detective fiction and is looking for a collection of engaging and well-crafted mystery stories. Wells' clever plots and memorable characters make this series a timeless addition to any mystery lover's bookshelf.
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 (39)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length44 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Complete Detective Pennington Wise Series
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5THE ROOM WITH THE TASSELS
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6Chapter I. Wanted: A Haunted House
7Chapter II. The Old Montgomery Place
8Chapter III. Black Aspens
9Chapter IV. The Story of the House
10Chapter V. Eve’s Experience
11Chapter VI. At Four O’Clock
12Chapter VII. The Mystery
13Chapter VIII. By What Means
14Chapter IX. Conflicting Theories
15Chapter X. Was It Supernatural?
16Chapter XI. The Heir Speaks Out
17Chapter XII. The Professor’s Experience
18Chapter XIII. Pennington Wise
19Chapter XIV. Zizi
20Chapter XV. Tracy’s Story
21Chapter XVI. What Happened to Zizi
22Chapter XVII. Stebbins Owns Up
23Chapter XVIII. Another Confession
24THE MAN WHO FELL THROUGH THE EARTH
25Chapter I. Moving Shadow-Shapes
26Chapter II. Jenny’s Version
27Chapter III. The Elevator
28Chapter IV. The Black Squall
29Chapter V. Olive Raynor
30Chapter VI. Clews
31Chapter VII. Hudson’s Errand
32Chapter VIII. The Man Who Fell Through the Earth
33Chapter IX. The Man in Boston
34Chapter X. Penny Wise and Zizi
35Chapter XI. Case Rivers
36Chapter XII. The Link
37Chapter XIII. Olive’s Adventure
38Chapter XIV. Where Is Manning?
39Chapter XV. Wise’s Pipe Dream
40Chapter XVI. The Snowflake
41Chapter XVII. Zizi’s Hunch
42Chapter XVIII. Clear as Crystal
43IN THE ONYX LOBBY
44Chapter I. Such a Feud!
45Chapter II. A Tricky Game
46Chapter III. The Scrawled Message
47Chapter IV. The Busy Police
48Chapter V. Who Were the Women?
49Chapter VI. The Little Dinner
50Chapter VII. Enlightening Interviews
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