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Length8h 59m
About this audiobook
In "The Silent Dead," Arthur Gask crafts an intricately woven mystery steeped in the atmospheric tension of early 20th-century England. With a narrative style that masterfully blends gothic elements and psychological intrigue, Gask explores the unsettling intersection of life and death through a plot centered around spectral hauntings and chilling secrets. The novel's evocative prose invites readers into a shadowy world where silence speaks volumes, and the past refuses to remain buried, revealing Gask's keen understanding of the human psyche's darkest corners. Arthur Gask, an influential figure in the crime and mystery genres, draws on his experiences as an author and a former member of the Ivy League circle to enrich his storytelling. His personal fascination with the macabre and his exposure to the societal transitions of the period heavily inform the themes of "The Silent Dead," enriching it with a depth of understanding that reflects the anxieties and mysteries surrounding mortality prevalent in his era. This captivating novel is a must-read for aficionados of classic mysteries and psychological thrillers. Gask's skillful fusion of suspense and an eerie atmosphere promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, making "The Silent Dead" an enduring exploration of the haunting power of unresolved secrets.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length8 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THE CHILD OF THE SLUM.
6CHAPTER VI. THE COMING OF THE STORM
2CHAPTER II. THE HOUSE ON THE MOOR
7CHAPTER VII. THE BATTLE OPENS
3CHAPTER III. THE RIVER OF LIFE.
8CHAPTER VIII. THE COMING OF GILBERT LAROSE
4CHAPTER IV. THE WEAKNESS OF A WOMAN
9CHAPTER IX. IN GREAT DANGER
5CHAPTER V. TAKING RISKS.
10CHAPTER X. THE CURTAIN FALLS.
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