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Sworn allegiances, cruel punishments, broken hearts, shattered dreams and ancient magic make for an utterly spellbinding listen in this full-cast adaptation of Gareth Jones’s masterful novel.

Sherlock Holmes ist entschlossen, den Kampf gegen Killjoy aufzunehmen. Durch Oscar Wilde erfährt er, dass es in Aden zu ähnlichen Vorfällen wie in Grail's Hollow gekommen ist. Gemeinsam mit Dr. Watson begibt er sich in den kleinen Ort in der Nähe von London, in dem niemand etwas gehört oder gesehen haben will. Der Fund einer Leiche führt Sherlock Holmes und Dr. Watson schließlich auf eine Spur, deren Verfolgung die beiden in Lebensgefahr bringt ...

Völlig verzweifelt wendet sich Melvin Wilks an Sherlock Holmes und Dr. Watson. Seine junge Ehefrau Rachel ist entführt worden! Jedoch richtet sich der Erpresserbrief mit der Lösegeldforderung an Rachels Vater Horace Prior, einen der reichsten Geschäftsmänner Londons. Wusste der Entführer etwa nicht, dass Horace Priors Tochter inzwischen verheiratet ist? Oder liegt es an der Höhe der Geldforderung, die kaum jemand anders in London erfüllen könnte als der erfolgreiche Geschäftsmann? Sherlock Holmes und Dr. Watson setzen alles daran, das Rätsel um Mrs.

Der Tod von Dr. Hoffman gibt Oscar Wilde neue Rätsel auf. Es stellt sich die Frage, ob es sich bei dem Tod des Rechtsmediziners tatsächlich um einen Unfall handelt oder ob er nicht einem Mordanschlag zum Opfer gefallen ist. Während der Ermittlungen stößt Wilde im Besitz von Dr. Hoffman auf die Fotos einer grausam entstellten Leiche, die eindeutig in die Mordserie passt. Doch warum hat der Rechtsmediziner die Existenz dieser Leiche verschwiegen? Als ein enger Vertrauter des Königshauses verschwindet, verdichten sich die Anzeichen, dass der Zirkel der Sieben hinter der Entführung steckt.

Renowned experts delve into the stark reality of the Alien presence on Earth. Riveting case studies of Air Force and Naval Alien encounters, UFO crash retrievals, interactions with E.T.'s, suppressed Alien technology and more are explored suggesting a foreboding and spellbinding conclusion for the fate of Mankind.

A love story set against the backdrop of the First World War, the events in Lethbridge unfold in disparate locales, from London to Boston, from Maine to Niagara Falls, from the trenches of wartime France to the military hospitals of England. Yet the lives of its three protagonists come together in one place: the frontier western Canadian city of Lethbridge, Alberta. Inspired by a true story, Lethbridge author Terry McConnell tells the tale of an English lad abandoned by his family, and a young American escaping the tyranny of his own father.

Eine Reihe von rätselhaften Verbrechen beunruhigt London. Zur Aufklärung werden die beiden größten lebenden Detektive herangezogen: Sherlock Holmes und Professor Augustus van Dusen. Zusammen und getrennt voneinander begeben sie sich auf die Suche nach einem Mörder, der ihnen immer einen Schritt voraus zu sein scheint. In einem verlassenen Theater und im Keller einer Londoner Wäscherei stoßen die Detektive unter Einsatz ihres Lebens auf weitere Spuren, die letztlich in ein Landhaus in Sussex führen.

In Work Song, tensions between master architect Frank Lloyd Wright and his tempestuous relationships are explored in this uniquely prismatic view of one of the great architects of the modern era. This engaging production includes a panel discussion with Wright biographer Harold Zellman. An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Jim Beaver, Amy Brenneman, Chris Butler, Matthew Patrick Davis, Sean Dougherty, Robert Foxworth, Charles Janasz, Kathryn Meisle, Kali Rocha, and Raphael Sbarge.

Why do we collect? Is it to rescue objects from oblivion? Is it a kind of desire—or even a kind of madness? In this mosaic of fiction, philosophy, sociology, biography and autobiography, virtuoso thinker Robert Irwin takes us on a wayward journey through the art of collecting, and his own intellectual passions.

Classic Sherlock Holmes mysteries from Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring clever deductions, eerie secrets, railway intrigue, and timeless detective adventures in Victorian England...

Classic fantasy legends of dark magic, heroic quests, ancient kingdoms, and timeless wonder come together in this atmospheric collection featuring Oscar Wilde and Robert E. Howard. Vol. 6 blends sword-and-sorcery adventure, mythic danger, and enchanting literary fantasy for listeners who enjoy...

Enter a world of strange marvels, dark adventure, and timeless imagination in this classic fantasy collection featuring Oscar Wilde and Robert E. Howard. From eerie bones and supernatural dread to sparkling satire and heroic wonder, Volume 5 brings together unforgettable tales of magic, mystery...

A chilling collection of classic horror tales by H. P. Lovecraft, featuring The Rats in the Walls, The Lurking Fear, and The Thing on the Door-Step. Perfect for readers who enjoy gothic suspense, cosmic dread, and timeless supernatural fiction...

Convalescing after his recent injuries, Albert Smith is taking it easy … until a face from his past appears on his TV screen and everything changes. There’s an old score to settle and this time his quest for justice will take him from his quiet English home to the foot of the Alps. With Rex...

Step into the golden age of speculative imagination with Classic Science Fiction: Selected Short Stories, a masterfully curated collection from some of the most influential voices in science fiction history. This volume brings together visionary tales by Philip K. Dick, Murray Leinster, William Tenn, Robert Sheckley, Lynn Venable, E. E. Smith, and Fredric Brown—authors who shaped the genre with bold ideas, sharp wit, and unforgettable concepts.

Enter the strange, whispering world of Algernon Blackwood, one of the most influential masters of supernatural and cosmic horror. The Collected Short Stories of Algernon Blackwood brings together some of his most enduring and unsettling works—stories where nature itself becomes conscious, hostile, and profoundly unknowable.

Enter the unsettling imagination of H. P. Lovecraft with The Selected Short Stories of H. P. Lovecraft, a chilling collection that showcases the full range of his cosmic horror and dark fantasy. These tales explore forbidden knowledge, ancient forces, and humanity’s fragile place in an indifferent universe—hallmarks of Lovecraft’s enduring influence on modern horror and speculative fiction.

Classic Fantasy Tales of Robert E. Howard gathers some of the most powerful and influential tales of sword-and-sorcery ever written, showcasing Conan the Cimmerian at the height of his mythic legend.

After Harry Jones takes his life in the chilling waters of Vixens Mere, not one body is found by the police rescue team, but two. "A darkly humorous and deeply moving tale of community" - Ruth Hogan Tucked away in the English countryside, the run-down marina at Vixens Mere hosts a ragtag...

Discover timeless teachings on prosperity, personal growth, health, and success in this inspiring collection of classic self-development works. Featuring The Game of Life, The Science of Being Well, and The Science of Getting Rich, this volume brings together the powerful wisdom of Florence Scovel Shinn and Wallace D. Wattles for those seeking abundance, confidence, and a more purposeful life.