The New Terror
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Gaston Leroux
Length4h 53m
About this audiobook
This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. "The New Terror" unfolds a rich tapestry of love, expectation, and psychological intrigue. At its heart is the deep bond between the protagonist, Hector, and his cousin Cordélia, whose affection matures into romantic longing over time. Their relationship, initially shaped by familial arrangements, faces trials as Hector is sent to America, leading to themes of youthful love, family expectations, and the passage of time.
Upon returning to France, Hector anticipates reuniting with Cordélia, yet he is troubled by changes sensed through her letters and a portrait she painted, which she dismisses. This introspection explores identity and the evolving nature of relationships. As Hector prepares for marriage, Cordélia's reassurances restore his enthusiasm to renovate their home, Vascoeuil, culminating in a joyful wedding that celebrates their unity.
However, post-marriage serenity is disrupted by a mysterious, unsigned portrait of Cordélia, stirring questions of identity and artistic expression. Hector's joy turns to dread as he embarks on a clandestine mission to uncover truths about Cordélia, leading to the revelation of her emotional involvement with another man, Patrick. This discovery plunges Hector into turmoil, as he confronts themes of love, betrayal, and perception.
The narrative intensifies as Hector and Cordélia escape to Paris, seeking a fresh start. Here, Hector consults Dr. Thurel, who suggests Cordélia may be under the villain's psychological influence. Their travels through Italy offer temporary reprieve, yet the specter of Cordélia's past looms. At the Hotel Danieli in Venice, Cordélia's fascination with a historic romance deepens Hector's anxiety, highlighting the interplay of love, memory, and jealousy as they navigate the complexities of their entwined destinies.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (21)
Includes Goodreads
GenreRomance, Literary Classics
Length4 hrs 53 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 1, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
12CHAPTER XII
2CHAPTER II
13CHAPTER XIII
3CHAPTER III
14CHAPTER XIV
4CHAPTER IV
15CHAPTER XV
5CHAPTER V
16CHAPTER XVI
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6CHAPTER VI
17CHAPTER XVII
7CHAPTER VII
18CHAPTER XVIII
8CHAPTER VIII
19CHAPTER XIX
9CHAPTER IX
20A TERRIBLE TALE
10CHAPTER X
21THE GOLD AXE
11CHAPTER XI
22The House Of Evil
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