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In the turbulent years leading up to the First World War, Malcolm Hay, an aspiring engineer for the Ukrainian-English Oil Company, finds himself entangled in a web of political intrigue and power plays in the heart of Russia.
Amidst the glittering salons of London and the dangerous streets of Kiev, Malcolm crosses paths with the alluring Grand-Duchess Irene Yaroslav. She becomes a pawn in a ruthless game orchestrated by the ambitious Russian prince,...
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An excellent crime novel which contains a cunning villain, love, revenge and locked room murder by the master of British thrillers. The hero John Lexman, is a mystery writer, like the author himself, and is married to a lovely woman who hides a secret. The Greek aristocrat, Remington Kara is stunningly handsome and immensely rich and he nurses an unrequited passion for Lexman's wife. When Lexman gets himself into financial problems with an Albanian...
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To save herself from debtor's prison, a girl agrees to marry a convicted killer When her father died, Lydia lost her closest friend in the world and inherited a mountain of debt. Though she works tirelessly, she doubts she will ever be able to pay it all off. She is near despair when a lawyer comes to her with a most unusual proposal that could save her finances-and cost her life. The lawyer's client is James Meredith, a wealthy young man who has...
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"Jack O' Judgment" by Edgar Wallace is a thrilling mystery where a masked vigilante dispenses justice in a crime-ridden city. As Chief Inspector Kerry investigates, the narrative unfolds with suspense, moral complexities, and unexpected revelations. Wallace weaves a tale of crime, retribution, and the pursuit of justice. The enigmatic Jack O' Judgment challenges conventional notions, exposing the underbelly of societal corruption. With a blend of...
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"The Man Who Knew" by Edgar Wallace unfolds a suspenseful narrative as Robert Vane, a man with an uncanny knowledge of crime, becomes embroiled in a perilous plot. Wallace weaves a tale of intrigue, blending crime, romance, and unexpected alliances. Vane's mysterious abilities make him a target, and the story takes readers on a thrilling journey through the criminal underworld. With plot twists and gripping suspense, the novel explores the consequences...
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"The Secret House" by Edgar Wallace is a thrilling mystery where a man inherits an enigmatic house harboring dark secrets. As he unravels its mysteries, he becomes entangled in espionage and peril. Wallace's narrative weaves suspense, espionage, and unexpected revelations, exploring the thin line between trust and betrayal. The secret house becomes a symbol of intrigue, drawing readers into a labyrinth of conspiracies. With vivid characters and gripping...
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In the midst of an epidemic, Commissioner Sanders hears of a local woman with a remarkable gift that could transcend the limits of modern medicine. He, along with his trusted advisors, examine a series of miraculous cases tied to this extraordinary figure. In The Keepers of the King's Peace, Sanders embraces the unknown encountering new and surprising obstacles.
Within the Belgian Congo, stories of a woman healer called M'lama are spreading among...
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