
The Christmas Conundrum (20 Thrillers in One Edition)
Murder Mysteries & Intriguing Stories of Suspense, Horror and Thrill for the HolidaysBy Arthur Conan Doyle, Wilkie Collins, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Thomas Hardy, Saki, Robert Louis Stevenson, O. Henry, G.K. Chesterton, M.R. James, Catherine Crowe, William Douglas O'Connor, Charles Dickens, John Kendrick Bangs, Louisa M. Alcott, Emmuska Orczy, Grant Allen, Leonard KipLength28h 7m
About this audiobook
'The Christmas Conundrum (20 Thrillers in One Edition)' presents a rich tapestry of suspenseful narratives, woven together under the festal yet eerie ambiance of Christmas. This collection boasts an intriguing blend of literary styles—from the detective tales by Arthur Conan Doyle to the ghost stories by M.R. James and psychological thrillers by Wilkie Collins. Each story uniquely captures the spirit of the season while exploring the darker, more mysterious undertones of human nature, making this anthology a compelling read for those who cherish both the joy of Christmas and the thrill of a good mystery. The authors contributing to this anthology are luminaries of 19th and early 20th-century literature, each bringing their unique voice to the table. Many were contemporaries, operating within or reacting against the Victorian literary paradigms, and their stories reflect the complex social and psychological landscapes of the time. By including works from a period marked by robust literary innovations, the anthology allows readers to explore different facets of the Christmas theme—rejoice, reflection, and, intriguingly, revenance. 'The Christmas Conundrum' is a must-have for anyone fascinated by the intersection of holiday cheer and chilling suspense. The anthology offers a unique window into the varied ways that Christmas can be interpreted and understood through literature. It invites readers to reconsider the conventional imagery of the holiday season, offering a profound and stirring collection that promises not only entertainment but also a deeper appreciation for the complexities of this festive time. Through its diverse narratives and captivating storytelling, this volume is an excellent addition to any literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length28 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Detective Colwyn: The Shrieking Pit & The Hand in the Dark
2The Christmas Conundrum (20 Thrillers in One Edition)
3A Christmas Tragedy (Emmuska Orczy)
4What the Shepherd Saw: A Tale of Four Moonlight Nights (Thomas Hardy)
5First Night
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6Second Night
7Third Night
8Fourth Night
9To Be Taken With A Pinch Of Salt: Doctor Marigold's Prescriptions (Charles Dickens)
10Chapter I. To Be Taken Immediately
11Chapter II. Not to Be Taken at Bed-Time
12Chapter III. To Be Taken at the Dinner-Table
13Chapter IV. Not to Be Taken for Granted
14Chapter V. To Be Taken in Water
15Chapter VI. To Be Taken With a Grain of Salt
16Chapter VII. To Be Taken and Tried
17Chapter VIII. To Be Taken for Life
18Mustapha (Sabine Baring-Gould)
19I
20II
21III
22IV
23Markheim (Robert Louis Stevenson)
24The Flying Stars (G.K. Chesterton)
25The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle (Arthur Conan Doyle)
26The Thieves who couldn't Stop Sneezing (Thomas Hardy)
27Mr Wray’s Cash Box or, the Mask and the Mystery (Wilkie Collins)
28I
29II
30III
31IV
32V
33VI
34VII
35VIII
36IX
37X
38A Chaparral Christmas Gift (O. Henry)
39An Exciting Christmas Eve or, My Lecture On Dynamite (Arthur Conan Doyle)
40The Wolves of Cernogratz (Saki)
41The Story of a Disappearance and an Appearance (M.R. James)
42Letter I
43Letter II
44Letter III
45Letter IV
46Ghosts and Family Legends (Catherine Crowe)
47Preface
481. Round the Fire
49First Evening
50Second Evening