The Peacock of Jewels
A Victorian Whodunit of Intrigue, Greed, and BetrayalBy Fergus Hume
Length8h 31m
About this audiobook
In Fergus Hume's captivating novel, "The Peacock of Jewels," the reader is immersed in a complex story entwined with mystery, romance, and a critique of social mores. Authentically set against the backdrop of Victorian England, Hume employs a vivid literary style characterized by atmospheric descriptions and intricate characterizations. The narrative revolves around the entangled fates of its characters, against a glittering yet treacherous milieu where jewels symbolize both beauty and greed, further enhancing the novel's thematic depth in exploring the moral dilemmas of desire and ambition. Fergus Hume, an influential figure in the realm of detective fiction, brings to his work a rich tapestry of personal experience and societal observation. Born in 1859 in England and later relocating to Australia, Hume's diverse background provided him with a unique lens through which to view the class disparities and intrigue of his time. His experiences as a struggling writer and his fascination with crime narratives significantly informed his storytelling, culminating in a work that reflects both his analytical prowess and his deft handling of suspense. "The Peacock of Jewels" is highly recommended for readers who appreciate richly woven narratives that challenge the status quo while engaging with morally complex characters. Hume's seamless blending of mystery with societal critique serves as a seminal work for those intrigued by the interplay of class and desire in late 19th-century literature.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller, General Fiction
Length8 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
12CHAPTER XIV
2CHAPTER IV
13CHAPTER XV
3CHAPTER V
14CHAPTER XVI
4CHAPTER VI
15CHAPTER XVII
5CHAPTER VII
16CHAPTER XVIII
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6CHAPTER VIII
17CHAPTER XIX
7CHAPTER IX
18CHAPTER XX
8CHAPTER X
19CHAPTER XXI
9CHAPTER XI
20CHAPTER XXII
10CHAPTER XII
21THE END
11CHAPTER XIII
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