The Riddle of the Frozen Flame

By Mary E. Hanshew
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Length7h 4m

About this audiobook

"The Riddle of the Frozen Flame" by Mary E. Hanshew and Thomas W. Hanshew is a suspenseful and atmospheric detective tale that pulls readers into a world of shadowy secrets, eerie clues, and a perplexing crime that defies explanation. At the heart of the mystery is the puzzling phenomenon of a mysterious flame that appears to burn without heat—a symbol tied to a deeper web of deceit, hidden motives, and sudden danger. Enter Hamilton Cleek, the brilliant former master criminal turned detective, whose remarkable intellect and sharp intuition make him uniquely suited to unravel such an enigmatic case. As Cleek delves into the strange circumstances surrounding the crime, he must navigate a maze of aristocratic intrigue, concealed identities, and the lingering specter of his own past. The story masterfully blends gothic overtones with classic detective logic, offering both thrills and intellectual satisfaction. For modern readers, the novel still resonates as a smart, eerie mystery with a touch of the uncanny—ideal for those who enjoy cerebral sleuths, layered suspense, and a hero who constantly straddles the line between light and shadow. It's a perfect read for lovers of vintage crime fiction and anyone drawn to cases where nothing is quite what it seems.

Audiobook details

Rating★★★★ 3.6 (68)
Includes Goodreads
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length7 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 17, 2025
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
2THE RIDDLE OF THE FROZEN FLAME (pt. 1)
3THE RIDDLE OF THE FROZEN FLAME (pt. 2)
4CHAPTER XVII (pt. 1)
5CHAPTER XVII (pt. 2)

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