Length12h 55m
About this audiobook
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, Fred M. White's "The Crimson Blind" weaves a complex tale steeped in intrigue and psychological tension. The narrative unfolds with a masterful blend of suspense and romance, as White employs vivid imagery and rich character development to explore themes of love, betrayal, and the haunting shadows of the past. His style harmoniously combines elements of Gothic fiction and the detective genre, characteristic of the era's emphasis on moral dilemmas and social critique. Through his deft storytelling, White invites the reader into a world where the veil of civility masks darker intentions, making each revelation both poignant and unsettling. Fred M. White, a prolific author of the early 1900s, was known for his contributions to adventure and detective fiction. Influenced by the dramatic shifts in society and technology during his time, White's experiences in various literary circles and his keen observations of human nature inform the psychological depth evident in his characters' struggles. His background in journalism, combined with a fascination for the macabre, shaped his ability to craft gripping narratives that resonate with moral complexity. Readers seeking a compelling exploration of the human psyche, framed within a thrilling plot, will find "The Crimson Blind" an essential addition to their library. White's nuanced storytelling not only entertains but also provokes thought about the interplay of love and vengeance, making it a remarkable work that speaks to the intricacies of human relationships. This novel is highly recommended for enthusiasts of classic literature and those who appreciate tales filled with suspense.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller, Historical Fiction
Length12 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. “WHO SPEAKS?”
30XXX. GONE!
2II. THE CRIMSON BLIND
31XXXI. BELL ARRIVES
3III. THE VOICE IN THE DARKNESS
32XXXII. HOW THE SCHEME WORKED OUT
4IV. IN EXTREMIS
33XXXIII. THE FRAME OF THE PICTURE
5V. “RECEIVED WITH THANKS
34XXXIV. THE PUZZLING OF HENSON
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6VI. A POLICY OF SILENCE
35XXXV. CHRIS HAS AN IDEA
7VII. NO. 218, BRUNSWICK SQUARE
36XXXVI. A BRILLIANT IDEA
8VIII. HATHERLY BELL
37XXXVII. ANOTHER TELEPHONIC MESSAGE
9IX. THE BROKEN FIGURE
38XXXVIII. A LITTLE FICTION
10X. THE HOUSE OF THE SILENT SORROW
39XXXIX. THE FASCINATION OF JAMES MERRITT
11XI. AFTER REMBRANDT
40XL. A USEFUL DISCOVERY
12XII. “THE CRIMSON BLIND”
41XLI. A DELICATE ERRAND
13XIII. “GOOD DOG!”
42XLII. PRINCE RUPERT’S RING
14XIV. BEHIND THE BLIND
43XLIII. HEARING THE TRUTH
15XV. A MEDICAL OPINION
44XLIV. ENID SPEAKS
16XVI. MARGARET SEES A GHOST
45XLV. ON THE TRAIL
17XVII. THE PACE SLACKENS
46XLVI. LITTIMER’S EYES ARE OPENED
18XVIII. A COMMON ENEMY
47XLVII. THE TRACK BROADENS
19XIX. ROLLO SHOWS HIS TEETH
48XLVIII. WHERE IS RAWLINS?
20XX. FRANK LITTIMER
49XLIX. A CHEVALIER OF FORTUNE
21XXI. A FIND
50L. RAWLINS IS CANDID
22XXII. “THE LIGHT THAT FAILED”
51LI. HERITAGE IS WILLING
23XXIII. INDISCRETION
52LII. PUTTING THE LIGHT OUT
24XXIV. ENID LEARNS SOMETHING
53LIII. UNSEALED LIPS
25XXV. LITTIMER CASTLE
54LIV. WHERE IS THE RING?
26XXVI. AN UNEXPECTED GUEST
55LV. KICKED OUT
27XXVII. SLIGHTLY FARCICAL
56LVI. WHITE FANGS
28XXVIII. A SQUIRE OF DAMES
57LVII. HIDE-AND-SEEK
29XXIX. THE MAN WITH THE THUMB AGAIN
