Length15h 24m
About this audiobook
In "The Death Shot," Mayne Reid masterfully weaves a tale of adventure and intrigue set against the backdrop of the American wilderness. The narrative revolves around a gripping quest to uncover the identity of a mysterious assassin who has left a trail of death in his wake. Reid'Äôs distinct literary style, characterized by vivid descriptions and an engaging pace, invites readers into a world where danger lurks at every turn. This novel exemplifies the popular adventure genre of the 19th century, rich in action and psychological depth, reflecting both the moral dilemmas of the era and the thrill of exploration. Mayne Reid, an Irish-American author known for his captivating adventure narratives, was deeply influenced by his own experiences as a hunter and explorer. Having traveled extensively across the Americas, Reid's keen understanding of the region's landscapes and cultural nuances infuses his works with authenticity. His background not only informed his storytelling but also his fascination with the complexities of human nature, which is evident in the characters that populate "The Death Shot." I wholeheartedly recommend "The Death Shot" to fans of adventure literature and those intrigued by tales of moral complexity and suspense. Reid'Äôs ability to create a compelling narrative, combined with his rich knowledge of the settings he depicts, offers readers an immersive experience that remains relevant and exciting today.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (14)
Includes Goodreads
GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length15 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Preface.
3Prologue.
4Chapter One.: Two sorts of Slave-Owners.
5Chapter Two.: A flat refusal.
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6Chapter Three.: A Forest Post-Office.
7Chapter Four.: Two good girls.
8Chapter Five.: A photograph in the forest.
9Chapter Six.: A coon-chase interrupted.
10Chapter Seven.: Murder without remorse.
11Chapter Eight.: The coon-hunter cautious.
12Chapter Nine.: An assassin in retreat.
13Chapter Ten.: The eve of departure.
14Chapter Eleven.: Under the Trysting Tree.
15Chapter Twelve.: The wrong man.
16Chapter Thirteen.: The coon-hunter at home.
17Chapter Fourteen.: Why comes he not?
18Chapter Fifteen.: A moonlight moving.
19Chapter Sixteen.: What has become of Clancy?
20Chapter Seventeen.: A bullet extracted.
21Chapter Eighteen.: “To the sheriff!”
22Chapter Nineteen.: The “Belle of Natchez.”
23Chapter Twenty.: Saved by a sister.
24Chapter Twenty One.: Seized by spectral arms.
25Chapter Twenty Two.: Up and down.
26Chapter Twenty Three.: The sleep of the assassin.
27Chapter Twenty Four.: The coon-hunter conscience-stricken.
28Chapter Twenty Five.: An unceremonious search.
29Chapter Twenty Six.: Tell-tale tracks.
30Chapter Twenty Seven.: Additional evidence.
31Chapter Twenty Eight.: “To the jail!”
32Chapter Twenty Nine.: A scheme of colonisation.
33Chapter Thirty.: News from Natchez.
34Chapter Thirty One.: Spectres in the street.
35Chapter Thirty Two.: The “Choctaw Chief.”
36Chapter Thirty Three.: The murderer unmasked.
37Chapter Thirty Four.: “Will you be one of us?”
38Chapter Thirty Five.: A ghost going its rounds.
39Chapter Thirty Six.: “She is true—still true!”
40Chapter Thirty Seven.: The home of the hunted slave.
41Chapter Thirty Eight.: An excursion by canoe.
42Chapter Thirty Nine.: Is it a corpse?
43Chapter Forty.: “Across the Sabine.”
44Chapter Forty One.: A repentant sinner.
45Chapter Forty Two.: The prairie caravan.
46Chapter Forty Three.: The hand of God.
47Chapter Forty Four.: A cloud on the cliffs.
48Chapter Forty Five.: A suspicious surveillance.
49Chapter Forty Six.: A suspected servant.
50Chapter Forty Seven.: Opposite emblems.
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