The Scales of Justice
A Gripping Legal Thriller of Morality, Ethics, and IntrigueBy Fred M. White
Length10h 37m
About this audiobook
In Fred M. White's compelling novel, "The Scales of Justice," readers are drawn into a gripping tale of morality, crime, and the perseverance of justice in the face of societal failings. Set against the backdrop of an early 20th-century England rife with class disparity, White employs a blend of vivid characterizations and intricate plotting, reminiscent of contemporaneous writers like Arthur Conan Doyle and Edgar Allan Poe. The narrative interweaves thrilling courtroom drama with profound ethical questions, challenging the reader's perceptions of right and wrong as the protagonist seeks justice amidst personal and professional turmoil. Fred M. White, a prolific author of crime fiction and adventure novels, was known for his incisive understanding of human behavior and the complexities of justice. His own experiences navigating the legal landscape of his time, coupled with a keen insight into the social issues of the Victorian era, undoubtedly influenced White's portrayal of characters grappling with moral dilemmas. His writings often reflect a seasoned perspective on the British legal system, making his works not only entertaining but socially relevant. "The Scales of Justice" is an essential read for enthusiasts of classic crime fiction and those interested in the intricate relationship between justice and morality. White'Äôs masterful storytelling will keep readers engaged while provoking thought about the ethical complexities embedded in our own modern legal landscape.
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length10 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I.—THE SKELETON AT THE FEAST.
21CHAPTER XXI.—"MRS. DUNLOP-GORDON."
2CHAPTER II.—THE LETTER.
22CHAPTER XXII.—A QUESTION OF IDENTITY.
3CHAPTER III.—THE MOAT HOUSE.
23CHAPTER XXIII.—THE SHADOW OF A DOUBT.
4CHAPTER IV.—IN THE DEAD OF NIGHT.
24CHAPTER XXIV.—THE LIGHT THAT FAILED.
5CHAPTER V.—THE YELLOW STRIPE.
25CHAPTER XXV.—A WASTED LIFE.
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6CHAPTER VI.—SUSPENSE.
26CHAPTER XXVI.—MISSING.
7CHAPTER VII.—FOR FRIENDSHIP'S SAKE.
27CHAPTER XXVII.—MISGIVINGS.
8CHAPTER VIII—A FRIEND IN NEED
28CHAPTER XXVIII.—FACE TO FACE.
9CHAPTER IX.—DR. BEARD.
29CHAPTER XXIX.—THE NEXT MOVE.
10CHAPTER X.—THE MAN AND HIS STORY.
30CHAPTER XXX.—THE ARMS OF HER LOVER.
11CHAPTER XI.—IN THE DARKNESS.
31CHAPTER XXXI.—A GLEAM OF REASON.
12CHAPTER XII.—ENTANGLED.
32CHAPTER XXXII. GILBERT SPEAKS.
13CHAPTER XIII.—NEARLY LOST.
33CHAPTER XXXIII.—FACE TO FACE.
14CHAPTER XIV.—THE PHOTOGRAPH.
34CHAPTER XXXIV.—THE JEWEL CASE.
15CHAPTER XV.—WHO IS THE MAN?
35CHAPTER XXXV.—THE MISSING BONDS.
16CHAPTER XVI.—TO THE RESCUE.
36CHAPTER XXXVI.—IN THE NET.
17CHAPTER XVII.—THE CAUSE OF HUMANITY.
37CHAPTER XXXVII.—SETTING THE TRAP.
18CHAPTER XVIII.—THE SCENT OF DANGER.
38CHAPTER XXXVIII.—WITHIN THE SNARE.
19CHAPTER XIX.—AT THE COTTAGE.
39CHAPTER XXXIX.—BEATEN.
20CHAPTER XX.—A STARTLING RECOGNITION.
40CHAPTER XL.—A BLUE SKY.
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