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This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. When a trusted young clerk is accused of stealing £30,000 worth of diamonds from his uncle's city safe, the entire case rests on a single blood-red thumb-print on a scrap of paper. The police are certain: fingerprints never lie, and the match to the...

R. Austin Freeman presents eight cases for his ingenious Edwardian "scientific investigator", Dr. John Thorndyke, including: a classic locked-room murder mystery; a race to find a disappeared child; a dead woman discovered on a train; the story of the vengeful ghost of a murdered Chinese mandarin; and the enigmatic Moabite Cypher. As ever, Dr. Thorndyke meticulously collects the evidence of footprints, dust, hairs, and fibres, and even a single blue sequin, to unravel the mystery and see that justice is done.

A complete collection of R Austin Freeman's short stories of his great scientific investigator, Dr John Thorndyke. Including every story from John Thorndyke's Cases (1909), The Adventures of Dr Thorndyke (1912), Dr Thorndyke's Case-book (1923), The Puzzle Lock and Other Stories (1925), and The Magic Casket (1927); along with the two stand-alone stories Percival Bland's Proxy (1913), and The Missing Mortgagee (1914) (collected with others in The Great Portrait Mystery and Other Stories (1918)).

Die Sherlock Holmes Box 20 beinhaltet die Doppel-Hörspiele „Blutiger Schnee in Bloomsbury Hill" und „Die Perle des Mandarins".

Die Sherlock Holmes Box 19 beinhaltet die Doppel-Hörspiele „Der Frauenmörder von Boston", „Watsons erster Fall".

Wie kann man einen Mann mit einem Dolch erstechen, ohne dabei das Zimmer zu betreten, in welchem der Mord stattfand? Da die Polizei im Dunkeln tappt und zudem die Verlobte des Verstorbenen verdächtigt, bittet ihr Vater in seiner Verzweiflung den Meisterdetektiv um Hilfe.

Adam Bradshaw hat eine große Perle erworben, die früher einem Mandarin gehört haben soll. Durch einen Zufall erfährt der labile junge Mann, dass diese Perle offenbar bereits vielen den Tod gebracht hat, die sie besaßen, oder sie besitzen wollten. Im Spiegel hat er zu seinem Entsetzen nun schon einige Male nicht sein eigenes Gesicht, sondern das eines unheimlichen Chinesen gesehen. Die Menschen in Adams Umfeld befürchten daher, dass er den Verstand zu verlieren droht und sich etwas antun könnte.

Ein wegen Mordes gesuchter Mann findet in der Baker Street 221B Zuflucht und bittet Sherlock Holmes, seine Unschuld zu beweisen. Der Meisterdetektiv ist verblüfft, denn vor ihm steht ein Mann, den er selbst einst hinter Gitter gebracht hat, und der nun behauptet, geläutert zu sein und ein gesetzestreues Leben zu führen. Inspektor Lestrade sieht keine Veranlassung, die erdrückenden Beweise anzuzweifeln.

Written by R.Austin Freeman, The Adventures of Dr Thorndyke (also sometimes known as The Singing Bone) present five tales of crime and forensic detection from the inventor of the inverted detective story: The Case of Oscar Brodski A lost diamond merchant chances upon the house of a fence and...

The erudite Dr Thorndyke returns in this next anthology of his many and varied cases by R. Austin Freeman. This collection includes the stories: The Blue Scarab: For what reason was a valueless blue-glass Scarab ornament stolen? Could it have any connection to a lost family legacy? The Case of...

¿Y SI SHERLOCK HOLMES HUBIERA USADO UN MICROSCOPIO EN LUGAR DE UNA LUPA? Descubra los casos que definieron el género de la novela policiaca científica. Antes de que existiera CSI o la medicina forense moderna, el Dr. John Thorndyke ya resolvía crímenes imposibles utilizando la química, la...

In this captivating collection, detective John Thorndyke tackles a series of intriguing cases that challenge his sharp mind and keen instincts. R. Austin Freeman weaves together tales filled with clever deductions and unexpected twists, showcasing Thorndyke's unique forensic skills. Each story immerses listeners in a world of mystery, where logic and science play crucial roles in solving crimes. As he navigates through complex clues and puzzling evidence, Thorndyke's character shines with intellect and determination. This collection not only entertains but also invites listeners to engage ...

In 'Shadow of the Wolf,' Dr. John Thorndyke finds himself entangled in a web of love, betrayal, and murder. When tensions rise between Mr. Purcell, his wife Maggie, and Mr. Varney, a long-time business partner, the stakes become deadly. As emotions flare and secrets unravel, Thorndyke must rely on his unique blend of medical knowledge and investigative skills to uncover the truth behind a shocking crime. This gripping detective tale immerses listeners in a world where every clue counts and nothing is as it seems. Experience the thrill of the chase alongside Thorndyke as he navigates a complex ...

In the quiet corners of a quaint English village, a beautiful young girl becomes the center of a tragedy that pulls recent medical graduate Stephen Gray into a web of intrigue. With a keen sense of justice and a heart full of compassion, Stephen can’t turn away from the mystery unfolding before him. He turns to his mentor, the brilliant forensic investigator Dr. Thorndyke, whose sharp mind and unmatched skills are set to dissect the clues hidden in plain sight. Together, along with the resourceful aide Polton, they embark on a gripping journey to uncover the truth. As they navigate through a...

Dr. Thorndyke, a brilliant mind who combines the skills of a doctor, lawyer, and investigator. In 'As A Thief In The Night,' he faces a puzzling murder mystery involving an unusual criminal. With sharp wit and keen observation, Thorndyke races against time to crack the case. But it's not just about solving the murder. As he navigates through twists and turns, love and intrigue intertwine, revealing secrets that could change everything. This story is packed with suspense and engaging characters that will keep you guessing until the very end. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with ...

'Eye Of Osiris' A classic detective tale features the brilliant Dr. John Thorndyke, a masterful investigator with a unique blend of legal and medical expertise. Experience the story through young Dr. Paul Berkley, a former student of Thorndyke, as he becomes entangled in the enigmatic case of John Bellingham, an esteemed archaeologist who vanished without a trace. Berkley’s curiosity leads him into a web of intrigue involving Bellingham’s family, secrets, and the haunting legacy of his archaeological pursuits. With each twist and turn, Freeman crafts a narrative that keeps listeners on the...

Mr Marcus Pottermack, an ingenious and meticulous gentleman, of quiet habits, is in a desperate situation: wrongfully convicted of fraud, he escaped from prison and established a new life, only to find himself in the clutches of a ruthless blackmailer. With no recourse to the law, Pottermack can see no way out—until a happy discovery within the walled garden of his home offers the means to rid himself of his tormentor forever.

Stephen Gray, medico, è intento a raccogliere campioni di flora e fauna da uno stagno, quando ai suoi occhi si offre uno spettacolo raccapricciante. Appena sotto la superficie scorge il volto cereo di un uomo, il resto del corpo quasi completamente nascosto dalle piante. Si tratta dello scultore Julius D'Arblay, che la notte precedente non è rientrato a casa. Sembra esclusa l'ipotesi dell'incidente, data la scarsa profondità dello specchio d'acqua, o del malore improvviso, essendo improbabile che la vittima fosse andata a passeggiare al buio in un luogo così isolato; resta da valutare quella del suicidio.

When irascible clergyman Amos Monkhouse, visiting from the North, finds the condition of his invalid brother Harold so much worse than he had expected, he calls in a specialist. But when Harold then suddenly dies an investigation reveals that he was poisoned with arsenic. The police can make nothing of the conflicting evidence beyond the certainty that only someone in the dead man's immediate domestic circle could be responsible. A childhood friend of Harold's wife, young barrister Rupert Mayfield, convinced that there must be another explanation, enlists the help of Dr John Thorndyke to lift the shadow that hangs over his friends.

Nine more cases of theft and murder for the great "scientific investigator" Dr. John Thorndyke. Including a woman harassed over a Japanese casket of dubious artistic merit; an allegation of murder where the victim has already been cremated; a Suffragist accused of theft and murder; a man found drowned in a ditch, and a woman found with her throat cut; the grizzly contents of a salesman's sample box; a mysterious death and a missing ornament; and a man blown to pieces in an explosion.