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'The Registered Packet' is the story of Martineau, a young man returning home by ship after a two-year absence. On the ship he meets a stranger and volunteers to deliver a small parcel for him to the nearest post office, in order that his fellow traveller might catch his train. But on arrival in Hull, Martineau inadvertently leaves his bag in the cab. He is able to track down the vehicle and find his bag again, but to his horror the packet which was entrusted to him has disappeared.

Joseph Smith Fletcher (1863 - 1935) was a British journalist and author. He wrote more than 230 books on a wide variety of subjects, both fiction and non-fiction. He was one of the leading writers of detective fiction in the Victorian 'Golden Age' of the short story. The Lighthouse on Shivering Sand is the macabre tale of a new man arriving to work as assistant keeper at a remote lighthouse.

The Secret of the Barbican is the story of a small-town solicitor who on a chance visit to a local museum in a distant town discovers a set of rare siege coins. He instantly recognizes them as the set of coins which had been stolen from his own town corporation many years previously. He immediately sets out to investigate...and the thief's trail takes him to some quite extraordinary places....

Joseph Smith Fletcher (1863-1935) was a British journalist and author. He wrote more than 230 books on a wide variety of subjects, both fiction and nonfiction. He was one of the leading writers of detective fiction in the Victorian 'golden age' of the short story. 'Against Time' is the adventure of a young clerk, Ledbitter, who realises, to his horror, that he has forgotten to post an important letter from his employer to a prospective client containing a valuable tender.

'The Other Sense' is the story of a young man, Angus MacIntyre, whose ability to see phenomena - ghosts in particular - which other people cannot has caused his guardian to think he is insane and send him to stay with Dr. Schreiber, who is specialised in mental disorders. While there, Angus begins to see the spectre of a pale young man who appears to be seeking something in the doctor's house and garden. Together with the doctor, Angus sets out to solve the mystery.

A gripping collection of 30 minute stories by some of the greatest storytellers in the English language....

As the sun lengthens its days to summer, so a sport begins to dominate the thoughts and actions of many people. This game, which so encapsulated the village greens and evening song of Middle England, has now spread across the world.

An enthralling collection of strange stories where characters are challenged to do something completely out of the ordinary. The Earl, the Warder and the Wayward Heiress by J. S. Fletcher, The Giraffe Problem by Barry Pain, The Man who Stole a Meeting House by John Townsend Trowbridge, The Box Tunnel by Charles Reade, A Lucky Number by S. B. Hale, The Brown Wallet by Stacy Aumonier, The Bet by Anton Jacobs

Forty breathtaking short stories of gripping adventures, secrets and strange conspiracies. 'The Dust That Was Barren' by P. C. Wren. 'The Deserter' by Stacy Aumonier. 'The Lighthouse on Shivering Sand' by J. S. Fletcher. 'The Secret of the Smoked Spectacles' by William Le Queux. 'The 39 Steps' by John Buchan. 'Three Pennyworth of Luck' by Basil Murray. 'The Secret of Dr. Vaux’s Intrigue' by William Le Queux. 'A Thread of Scarlet' by J. J. Bell. 'How I Became a Secret Agent' by Dr. A. K. Graves.

'Alone on a Wide, Wide Sea' is the tale of two enemies abandoned on a deserted island. Pierre Rochelle, a convict escaped from a French penal colony, has been living alone on a remote Pacific island for the past three years, with no means of escape. Then one day he finds a man asleep on the beach on the far side of the island. The new arrival has just been marooned by his mutineering shipmates. Even as he still sleeps, Rochelle recognizes him as Gaston Charette - his own mortal enemy, the man whose false testimony had sent him to the penal colony in the first place.

A classic English murder mystery story, set in the legal center of London, draws the reluctant attention of a journalist as he makes his way home after a long night on the job. But his newshound instincts kick in. Who is the elderly man? What was he doing at the law chambers in the middle of the night? Why had someone seen fit to strike him on the back of the head? 

Jacob Herapath, a prominent property developer and member of Parliament, is discovered dead in his office, a revolver resting beside him and a bullet wound in his head. As investigators delve into the case, the discovery of a suspiciously forged Will raises the stakes. Who stands to gain from Jacob's untimely demise? This gripping tale weaves through layers of deception, revealing family secrets and hidden motives. With each twist, listeners will find themselves drawn deeper into a web of intrigue, where nothing is as it seems. Experience the thrill of unraveling a complex mystery filled with ...

A high ranking police official is found dead, and the question lingers: who killed him? As the investigation unfolds, the discovery of a glamorous photo of one of two high-profile sisters in the victim's pocket raises suspicions. J. S. Fletcher masterfully weaves a web of intriguing characters, including a determined lawyer, his resourceful assistant, and a clever police spy. Each character follows their own leads, revealing secrets and motives that intertwine in unexpected ways. The stakes rise as the detectives race against time to uncover the truth and unravel the connections between the ...

In the remote moors, a puzzling death sets off a chain of events that leads to hidden secrets and unexpected twists. J. S. Fletcher's 'Exterior to the Evidence' immerses listeners in a captivating mystery where a missing will raises questions about loyalty and greed. As the story unfolds, several suspects emerge, each with their own motives and alibis, keeping you guessing until the very end. The tension builds as the investigator delves deeper into the lives of those connected to the deceased, exposing dark truths and tangled relationships. With rich descriptions and a gripping plot, this ...

A mysterious death in the heart of London sets the stage for an enthralling investigation. In 'Middle Temple Murder,' renowned journalist finds himself drawn into a web of intrigue after stumbling upon the lifeless body of an elderly man in a law chamber late at night. What secrets lie behind the victim's identity? Why was he there, and who would commit such a shocking act? As our reporter follows the clues, the journey takes him from the bustling streets of London to the serene landscapes of Cornwall and Yorkshire. Each twist reveals more about the characters involved and deepens the mystery....

In the bustling town of Highmarket, Messrs. Mallalieu and Cotherstone have built their lives on success and respect. As the Mayor and Treasurer, they seem untouchable—until an unexpected arrival shakes the foundations of their carefully crafted reputations. An ex-detective with a murky past moves to town, bringing with him long-buried secrets that threaten to unravel everything they’ve worked for. As whispers of old crimes resurface, the community finds itself drawn into a web of intrigue, where trust is scarce and danger lurks at every corner. Can the two men protect their hard-earned ...

Dive into three of the most gripping cases from J.S. Fletcher, a master of the detective novel. Known for his intricate plotting, atmospheric settings, and sharp-witted investigators, Fletcher delivers a masterclass in suspense that will keep you guessing until the end. This exclusive box set brings together three pulse-pounding mysteries that define the genre.

A classic English murder mystery story, set in the legal center of London draws the reluctant attention of a journalist as he makes his way home after a long night on the job. But his newshound instincts kick in. Who is the elderly man? What was he doing at the law chambers in the middle of the night? Why had someone seen fit to strike him on the back of the head? As this convoluted tale weaves its way from London to Cornwall to Yorkshire and back to London, it will keep you guessing until the end.This show includes AI-generated content.

This classic mystery produces its first dead body during a clandestine midnight meeting. Already nothing is what it seems... (Summary by Gesine)This show includes AI-generated content.

“Rotten borough” is a term that goes back to the 18th century, and it used to mean a parliamentary constituency in which a few property owners, or sometimes a single one, could choose the local member of parliament. The three Reform Acts of 1832, 1857 and 1884 brought that system to an end and by the time this book begins, a rotten borough has taken on its more modern meaning of a constituency whos rules allow a handful of people to profit secretly from the borough’s finances. In one such borough a new mayor, victor by a margin of single vote, has been working on a reform program and is ...