South & South East England

Frederica ankommer til London med sine tre yngre søskende med ét formål på hjertet: at få sin smukke søster Charis gift med en rig og ordentlig mand, så hun på den måde kan sikre resten af familien. Frederica beder sin fjerne slægtning markisen af Alverstoke om hjælp, og selvom den 37-årige ungkarl ellers aldrig gider at løfte en finger for andre mennesker, så er der noget ved Frederica, der vækker hans nysgerrighed.Stik imod hans sædvanlige egoistiske tilgang til livet vælger han at præsentere Frederica og alle hendes søskende for det fineste selskab, Londons ton, uden helt selv at forstå hvorfor. Lidt efter lidt går det op for den kyniske aristokrat, at Frederica har vækket følelser i ham, som han slet ikke troede, han var i stand til at føle.Georgette Heyers historiske roman "Den ældste søster" tager os med tilbage til Jane Austens univers af intriger, kærlighed og spændinger i Regency-periodens England.Georgette Heyer (1902-1974) var en britisk forfatter, der er mest kendt for sine Jane Austen-inspirerede historiske romancer, som selv har været med til at inspirere mange af de nyere Regency romance-forfattere. Hun udgav i en årrække både en romantisk roman og en thriller om året og var en aktiv forfatter indtil sin død i 1974, hvor 48 af hendes værker stadig var i produktion.

‘What does all this struggle here amount to?’ William Benham sets out on a globe-trotting adventure to find the answer in H.G. Wells’ ‘The Research Magnificent’. Overzealous and unprepared, the young aristocrat embarks on a journey to live an honourable life. What ensues is a picaresque tale of one man’s pilgrimage around the globe in which his philanthropy puts him in many preposterous and perilous situations. This tragi-comic odyssey features some of Wells’ most vivid and picturesque writing as he describes the beauty of the world from Slovenia to South Africa. ‘The Research Magnificent’ is one of Wells’ funniest stories but its striking cross-examination of the beauty of travel and the cost of colonialism ensures that it remains relevant to this day. This book’s blend of humour and poignancy makes it the perfect read for fans of authors such as John Kennedy Toole and Kurt Vonnegut.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.

‘The Cabman’s Story’ is a short novella by the Sherlock Holmes author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In it, our narrator the cabman regales us with tales of his various entertaining and bizarre experiences whilst transporting passengers all over London. Full of intrigue and humour, this is a delightful short story from the famous author.Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British author, best known as the creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he was educated in England and Austria before studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh. It was during his time at university that Doyle began writing short stories, submitting them to magazines and journals. His first Sherlock Holmes novel, ‘A Study in Scarlet’ was written in just three weeks and published in 1887 to favourable reviews, and more Sherlock adventures followed. By 1893, Doyle was growing tired of Sherlock and attempted to kill him off in the story ‘The Final Problem’, but public outcry caused him to resurrect the famous detective. He featured in a total of 56 short stories and four novels along with his trusty sidekick Dr Watson and made Doyle one of the best-paid authors of the time. The stories have been adapted multiple times; most recently in the successful BBC series ‘Sherlock’ starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Later literary works included the Professor Challenger series which began with ‘The Lost World’, in which Challenger sets out to find evidence of prehistoric life. The book inspired numerous adaptations, including the films ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Lost World’. In later life Doyle became captivated by the world of spiritualism and the occult and published non-fiction works about his beliefs including ‘The Coming of the Fairies’. Arthur Conan Doyle died at home in 1930.

Ein Roman aus dem Staubchronik-UniversumAlles begann mit dem äußerst unwahrscheinlichen Ereignis, dass ein Koffer vom Himmel fiel.London 1890/91Die Metropolitan Police hat uns gebeten einen Bericht über die kürzlichen Ereignisse im Fall ›Anthony Harris‹ zu schreiben. Und wie wir - eine vorlaute Studentin und ein schusseliger Mechaniker - es geschafft haben, der ganzen Sache auf die Spur zu kommen, während die Polizei Däumchen gedreht hat.Da Jamie sich aber strikt weigert, zu Papier zu bringen, was wir durchlebt haben, bleibt diese Aufgabe an mir hängen: Elisa Hemmilton, mutige Laien-Ermittlerin, neugierige Spürnase und Siegerin der Herzen[1].__________________________________[1] Trägst du nicht etwas zu dick auf, Liz?Wenn dir nicht passt, was ich hier fabriziere, dann hättest du es selber schreiben sollen, mein lieber Jamie.Ein Lächeln auf den Lippen, eine Tasse Tee in der Hand und den Kopf voller Geschichten. Wenn Lin Rina schreibt, träumt sie sich in andere Welten, Zeiten und Universen.Sie begeistert sich ebenfalls für das Zeichnen von Illustrationen und Handlettering und riskiert dabei auch mal farbverschmierte Finger.Im Alltag verbringt sie viel Zeit mit ihren zwei Töchtern zwischen Sandburgen und Papierschnipseln. Sie lebt mit den kleinen Fröschen und ihrem Mann in einem verträumten kleinen Ort umgeben von Wald.

Corre el año 1863 en Londres y el joven John Watson conoce a un niño peculiar llamado Weirdo. Inteligente a la par que valiente y tan rebelde como extraño, Weirdo y John Watson viven aventuras trepidantes envueltas de misterios inauditos. Juntos vivirán mil hazañas y se enfrentarán a peligros que no harán más que fortalecer la gran amistad que los une.Pilar María Esteras Casanova es escritora y actriz de doblaje. Gran aficionada a la novela negra y de misterio, su gran amor por la lectura toma forma con las encomiables novelas del detective Sherlock Holmes y su ayudante John Watson. En este libro rinde su particular homenaje a la genial saga detectivesca regalándonos un relato donde cada detalle puede ser una pista.

Lady Lucy não está nada contente ao se ver obrigada a introduzir sua sobrinha Ina nas aclamadas festas de Londres. Não gostava nada da aurora iluminada das garotas mais jovens! Mas eis que a bela e inocente Ina finalmente chega apesar de seus protestos. Durante uma festa na mansão senhorial do Marquês de Chale, Ina desenha o anfitrião, pois se sente inspirada por sua presença. Na verdade, ela possui estranhos poderes e consegue ver cenas do futuro e sentir o verdadeiro caráter daqueles que desenha... Sem conseguir se reter, Ina sente seu amor pelo Marquês crescer. O Marquês, comovido pela percepção clarividente da órfã, se deixa encantar por sua beleza e sensibilidade. Mas a invejosa tia Lucy, secretamente interessada pelo Marquês, usa a sobrinha para escapar de uma emboscada. Como a pobre Ina poderá escapar das garras de sua tia?Este audiolivro é narrado em português brasileiro.A Inesquecível Dama Barbara CartlandBarbara Cartland, que infelizmente faleceu em maio de 2000 com a avançada idade de noventa e oito anos, continua sendo uma das maiores e mais famosas romancistas de todo o mundo e de todos os tempos, com vendas mundiais superiores a um bilhão de exemplares. Seus ilustres 723 livros foram traduzidos para trinta e seis línguas diferentes para serem apreciados por todos os leitores amantes de romance de todo o mundo.Ao escrever o seu primeiro livro de título "Jigsaw" com apenas 21 anos, Barbara tornou-se imediatamente numa escritora de sucesso, com um best-seller imediato. Aproveitando este sucesso inicial, ela foi escrevendo de forma contínua ao longo de sua vida, produzindo best-sellers ao longo de surpreendentes 76 anos.Além da legião de fãs de Barbara Cartland no Reino Unido e em toda a Europa, os seus livros têm sido sempre muito populares nos EUA. Em 1976, ela conseguiu um feito inédito de ter os seus livros simultaneamente em números 1 e 2 na lista de best-sellers da B. Dalton, livreiro americano de grande prestígio. Embora ela seja muitas vezes referida como a "Rainha do Romance", Barbara Cartland também escreveu várias biografias históricas, seis autobiografias e inúmeras peças de teatro, bem como livros sobre a vida, o amor, a saúde e a culinária, tornando-se numa das personalidades da mídia mais populares da Grã-Bretanha e vestindo-se sempre com cor-de-rosa, como imagem de marca.Barbara falou na rádio e na televisão sobre questões sociais e políticas, bem como fez muitas aparições públicas. Em 1991, ela tornou-se uma Dama da Ordem do Império Britânico pela sua contribuição à literatura e o seu trabalho nas causas humanitárias e de caridade.Conhecida pelo seu glamour, estilo e vitalidade, Barbara Cartland tornou-se numa lenda viva no seu tempo de vida e será sempre lembrada pelos seus maravilhosos romances e amada por milhões de leitores em todo o mundo. Os seus livros permanecem tesouros intactos sempre pelos seus heróis heroicos e corajosos e suas heroínas valentes e com valores tradicionais, mas acima de tudo, era a crença predominante de Barbara Cartland no poder positivo do amor para ajudar, curar e melhorar a qualidade de vida dos outros que a fez ser verdadeiramente única e especial.

Evil lurks in the city streets.A man is discovered on a leafy North London street, fighting for life after a brutal beating. DI Matthew Denning and his team are quickly called in to track down the monster responsible.Except the victim is hiding secrets of his own. His name shows that he was reported missing two decades ago - but it's clear that the missing person is not the same man lying broken in a hospital bed.A visit to a squalid East London flat unearths a victim with his throat slit, his body left to decompose. A sad end to any life - but when it is identified as former DCI Frank Buckfield, star of the Met police, the case takes on a new significance.Two seemingly unrelated cases - but as Denning and DS Molly Fisher, investigate further, they uncover links between the two victims that lead back to a ring of silence cloaking the blackest of crimes.But as Denning and Fisher try to track down a killer with revenge on their mind, they find themselves pitted against a psychopath who will kill to keep their secrets hidden. Can they uncover the truth, before they end up the latest victims?The latest in the gripping London crime series featuring DI Matthew Denning and DS Molly Fisher, The Darkness Within is a must-read if you like Angela Marsons, L.J. Ross or Joy Ellis.Praise for the Denning and Fisher crime thriller series:'This story starts with a bang and holds your attention throughout...fast paced and multi layered, each twist and turn drawing us further in' - Book Bound'Enough twists to keep you guessing in this solid, engrossing and well plotted police procedural...thoroughly entertaining' - The Bookwormery'Wow I really enjoyed this book! It is a complex, intriguing, grabbing book that you can sink your teeth into. I was hooked from beginning to end' - Reading Through the Pain.Graeme Hampton grew up in Central Scotland. After training as a stage manager in the theatre, he worked in London for a number of years, before returning to Scotland to study for a BA in English Literature at Stirling University. The DArkness Within is his third novel.He lives in Hastings, East Sussex.

‘This Misery of Boots’ is a compelling non-fiction book by H.G. Wells. The book uniquely and entertainingly puts forth the virtues of socialism and criticises working conditions in 20th Century Britain. Wells uses the symbol of the boot as a striking example of the various ‘preventable miseries’ that British citizens suffered at that time. This book is not simply a repeat of what other celebrated socialist thinkers such as Marx wrote, but a thought-provoking and well-balanced new vision. Wells argues that private property should be disbanded for essential services such as transport but argues against armed revolution. Wells argues that ‘it lies in the power of men to cure’ society’s ills and his ideas received praise from other great authors such as George Bernard Shaw. ‘This Misery of Boots’ remains relevant as many of the miseries Wells discusses still plague society to this day and it should be read by people interested in socialism and politics.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.

In 'Vagabondia' the bustling streets of 20th century London are home to an artistic family with great ambitions. Phil and his three sisters want only to live a bohemian lifestyle, free of financial speculation, but in a town that revolves around the accumulation of wealth and power, such dreams are hard to achieve.A story which takes place in an environment similar to that of the Hollywood blockbuster 'Titanic', starring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio as the star crossed lovers Rose and Jack (except for the bit about the boat, but you can't have everything.)Readers of historical fiction often compare 'Vagabondia' to other great titles of the genre such as 'Pride & Prejudice' by Jane Austen and 'Great Expectations' by Charles Dickens.Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English American playwright and author. Born in the UK in Manchester to a family of ironmongers, she later migrated to the United States where she would go on to write some of her most famous plays and novels.During the span of her career, Frances Hodgson Burnett wrote and published more than 53 novels, most of them for adults. However, she is perhaps best known for her work in children’s literature, including famous titles such as ‘The Little Princess’ (1905), ‘The Secret Garden’ (1911), and ‘Little Lord Fauntleroy’ (1886).Frances Hodgson Burnett is also known for her historical fiction, including acclaimed titles such as 'The Head of the House of Coombe' (1922) and its sequel, 'Robin' (1922).Burnett’s work has been adapted for film many times. The latest movie adaptation of ‘The Secret Garden’ was released in 2020, starring Colin Firth and Julie Walters.

‘The power to destroy, was continually increasing. There was no increase whatever in the ability to escape’. H.G. Wells creates a hauntingly prophetic narrative of the upcoming atomic era in his acclaimed science-fiction novel ‘The World Set Free’. In this nightmarish book, global leaders must create an atomic bomb that can annihilate society to save the world. In a highly prescient and unique manner, Wells wonders if peace can only be achieved by first having the ability to bring about total destruction. ‘The World Set Free’ is a novel as thrilling as it is terrifying as global warfare threatens to end civilisation completely. A highly influential novel that remains relevant in modern times, ‘The World Set Free’ is one of Wells’ best and should be read by anyone interested in warfare.H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.

Set between a pre-war London and Paris, this is a thrilling tale of international espionage and intrigue from the popular author E. Phillips Oppenheim. Captain Austen Rotherby is in Paris on a revenge mission when he encounters the lovely Felicia Delora. Back in London, her uncle Maurice mysteriously disappears, and the pair find themselves unwittingly caught up in an international plot.E. Phillips Oppenheim (1866-1946) was a hugely prolific and highly popular British author of novels and short stories. Born in Tottenham, London, Oppenheim left school as a teenager and worked for his leather-merchant father for 20 years prior to launching his literary career. Oppenheim published five novels under the pseudonym ‘Anthony Partridge’ before establishing his reputation as a writer under his own name. An internationally successful author, Oppenheim’s stories revolved mainly around glamourous characters, luxurious settings, and themes of espionage, suspense, and crime. He is widely regarded as one of the earliest pioneers of the thriller and spy-fiction genre as it is recognised today. Oppenheim’s incredible literary success meant that his own life soon began to mirror that of his opulent characters. He held lavish, Gatsby-style parties at his French Villa and was rumoured to have had frequent love affairs aboard his luxury yacht. Oppenheim’s success earned him the cover of Time magazine in 1927. Some of his most well-known novels include ‘The Great Impersonation’, ‘The Long Arm of Mannister’ and ‘The Moving Finger’.

Another brilliant novel from the king of mystery ‘ A King by Night’ is a signature turn for famed British author Edgar Wallace. A series of murders has left Scotland Yard puzzled, to solve this one they will need to employ some more unconventional methods. It is a novel with high stakes and biting humour, weaved in to a plot that will have you spinning. This novel is perfect for anyone that loved ‘How to Get Away With Murder’.Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) was an English writer, poet and journalist. He was such a prolific writer that his publisher claimed his work could account for a quarter of all books sold in England. He wrote countless books, screenplays, poems and historical non-fiction, spawning over one hundred and sixty films based on his work. He unfortunately passed away suddenly before he could see his most famous creation ‘King Kong’ come to life. It has been adapted several times over the years, notably by Peter Jackson of Lord of the Rings fame, and more recently in ‘Godzilla vs Kong’ starring Millie Bobby Brown.

W ponurym domu nad rzeką doszło do tajemniczego zabójstwa. Zamożny właściciel budynku został zamordowany starym, afrykańskim mieczem, a w kieszeni ofiary znaleziono klucz od pokoju, w którym... ktoś uwięził jego sekretarkę. Czy trop prowadzący policję do dawnych zdarzeń z Afryki jest właściwy? Czy detektyw Minter o przydomku ,,Super" rozwiąże zagadkę zbrodni i złapie sprytnego przestępcę? ,,Tajemnica Samotnego Domu" to zbiór zawierający mini powieść i trzy krótkie, bardzo wciągające opowiadania kryminalne, wszystkie utwory łączy postać głównego bohatera, superintendenta Mintera. Zwraca uwagę misternie zbudowaną fabułą, egzotycznym wątkiem afrykańskim i pomysłowością inspektora Mintera. Książka przypadnie do gustu miłośnikom kryminałów z dawnych lat, którzy cenią sobie dystans bohaterów wobec siebie i ich przepełnione inteligentną ironią wypowiedzi.Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) - angielski pisarz i scenarzysta, autor popularnych powieści awanturniczo-kryminalnych. Nie miał łatwego startu. Był nieślubnym dzieckiem aktorki wychowywanym przez rodzinę tragarza. Edukację zakończył na szkole podstawowej i tuż po niej rozpoczął pracę. Po uzyskaniu pełnoletności przystąpił do Royal West Kent Regiment i służył w Południowej Afryce. Jego talent dosłownie eksplodował w 1905 r., kiedy ukazała się jego powieść "Zemsta Sprawiedliwych". W ciągu kolejnych dwudziestu ośmiu lat napisał ok. 170 książek, kilkanaście sztuk teatralnych i wiele scenariuszy filmowych, m.in. do "King-Konga" z 1932 r. Nie używał pióra, treść swoich książek rejestrował na dyktafonie, skąd spisywała je maszynistka.

Begegnen Sie mit diesem Roman der Londoner Gesellschaft zu Beginn des 19. Jahrhunderts! Im Zentrum der Handlung stehen dabei die beiden Protagonistinnen Amelia und Becky, die auf ganz unterschiedliche Weise als junge Frauen ihr Leben zu jener Zeit gestalten. Autor William Makepeace Thackeray verfasste mit „Jahrmarkt der Eitelkeit" (im Original: „Vanity Fair, or, a Novel without a Hero") einen amüsanten Gesellschaftsroman, der bis heute zu einem der meistgelesenen Werke der englischsprachigen Literatur zählt.Dies ist der zweite Band einer zweiteiligen Ausgabe.William Makepeace Thackeray wurde am 18. Juli 1811 in Kalkutta, Indien, als Sohn eines Kolonialbeamten geboren. Nachdem er seine Schulzeit zunächst in verschiedenen Internaten in England verbrachte, reiste er durch Europa und studierte an den Universitäten in Cambridge, London und Paris. Später arbeitete William Makepeace Thackeray als Journalist und war sehr erfolgreich als Schriftsteller tätig. Er zählt neben großen Namen wie Charles Dickens und George Eliot zu den bedeutendsten englischsprachigen Autoren seiner Zeit.

Begegnen Sie mit diesem Roman der Londoner Gesellschaft zu Beginn des 19. Jahrhunderts! Im Zentrum der Handlung stehen dabei die beiden Protagonistinnen Amelia und Becky, die auf ganz unterschiedliche Weise als junge Frauen ihr Leben zu jener Zeit gestalten. Autor William Makepeace Thackeray verfasste mit „Jahrmarkt der Eitelkeit" (im Original: „Vanity Fair, or, a Novel without a Hero") einen amüsanten Gesellschaftsroman, der bis heute zu einem der meistgelesenen Werke der englischsprachigen Literatur zählt.Dies ist der erste Band einer zweiteiligen Ausgabe.William Makepeace Thackeray wurde am 18. Juli 1811 in Kalkutta, Indien, als Sohn eines Kolonialbeamten geboren. Nachdem er seine Schulzeit zunächst in verschiedenen Internaten in England verbrachte, reiste er durch Europa und studierte an den Universitäten in Cambridge, London und Paris. Später arbeitete William Makepeace Thackeray als Journalist und war sehr erfolgreich als Schriftsteller tätig. Er zählt neben großen Namen wie Charles Dickens und George Eliot zu den bedeutendsten englischsprachigen Autoren seiner Zeit.

As a child, Faye Morgan was always an outsider, shunned for the ancient and powerful magic that runs through her veins.Ever since she was a little girl, growing up in the village of Abercolme on the wild coast of Scotland, her life has been steeped in the old ways – witchcraft, herbal lore and a blood connection to the dangerous and unpredictable world of Faerie.But magic is both a gift and a burden, and Faye has more than paid the price of living between two worlds. Neither accepted by the villagers, nor welcome in Murias after rebuffing the fickle and attractive Faerie Warrior King, Finn Beatha, Faye runs from Abercolme, hoping to leave that life behind.However, even in the twisted, cobbled streets of London, Faye finds her blood bond with Faerie won’t be broken. A Faerie War of the Elements is brewing and, though she doesn’t yet know it, Faye is fated to play a terrible part. If she is to survive, she must learn to embrace her own dark power and face Finn Beatha once more... but in doing so Faye will discover secrets in her own past that never should have been disturbed.A gripping, magical, action-packed novel, perfect for fans of K.F. Breene's 'Natural Witch', Sarah J. Maas and Leigh Bardugo.'Queen of Sea and Stars' can be read as part of a series, or as a standalone. Contains mature content. Not suitable for younger readers.What readers are saying about 'Queen of Sea and Stars':‘A sexy and intoxicating novel... The battle between light and dark played out in very magical way for Faye that kept me on the edge of my seat... cast its own spell upon me, leaving me wanting more and more.’ The Luminessence, 5 stars‘The chemistry between the characters is palpable and sparks fly... There is a mystery to the way the story unravels and it takes you for a ride you won’t soon forget. I’d recommend this book to anyone who enjoys some paranormal fun.’ Up All Night with Books‘A warm story of magic and witchcraft... The plot twists and turns and takes a few detours to get to the ending.... A very enjoyable read!!!’ Tonya’s Book ReviewsAnna McKerrow has written poetry, children’s and adult books. She lives in London and is originally from the West Country, which gave her accent a subtle (yet noticeable) pirate twang as well as a love of cream teas and all things mystical. She is an eclectic pagan witch and feminist who also loves crocheting blankets while watching episodes of Miss Marple. Anna loves mythology, magic, tarot, punk, grunge, rock and alternative music, fantasy and sci-fi novels, travel, luxury skincare products, chocolate, spas, candlelight and stormy beaches. She owns the requisite witchy black cat.

Jack Havoc flygter fra fængslet ved at myrde en læge. Tilbage i London går han på en skånselsløs jagt efter den skjulte skat, han som soldat under Anden Verdenskrig fik kendskab til.Detektiven Albert Campion og kriminalinspektør Charles Luke jager den koldsindige morder, og det skal gå hurtigt, for indtil videre har han myrdet yderligere tre personer, og kun en hurtig opklaring kan sætte en stopper for brutaliteten."Margery Allingham skiller sig ud som et strålende lys."– Agatha ChristieMargery Allingham (1904-1966), engelsk kriminalforfatter og en af De Fire Store fra krimigenrens Golden Age. De Fire Store bestod af Dorothy L. Sayers, Agatha Christie, Ngaio Marsh og Margery Allingham. Sammen med bl.a. Ronald Knox og G.K. Chesterton var de medlemmer af den kendte sammenslutning af britiske krimiforfattere: The Detection Club. Allingham er mest kendt for sin serie med gentlemandetektiven Albert Campion.

In a new audio adaptation of some of Austen’s lesser known works, Avita Jay brings to life the wit and satire of one of England’s greatest authors. In Austen’s final and unfinished novel, Charlotte Heywood finds herself caught up in the comings and goings of the lively seaside resort "Sanditon". It is a story filled with a cast of colourful characters, from the widowed Lady Denham to wealthy Caribbean heiress, Georgiana Lambe, and the dashing, Sidney Parker. Naturally, romance and scandal ensue. The incomplete story has inspired many writers to take the work into their own hands, including the popular adaptation by the ITV, starring Theo James. "Lady Susan" is an epistolary novel that follows the charming, irreverent, newly widowed Lady Susan. Beautiful, flirtatious and utterly, unashamed, she goes about seducing a married man, terrorizing her relatives, and subverting all expectations of the maudlin, frumpy widow. The book was adapted for the screen under the name "Love and Friendship" in 2016 and stars Kate Beckinsale, Chloe Sevigny, Xavier Samuel and Stephen Fry. Another unfinished novel, "The Watsons" follows Emma Watson, the youngest daughter of a poor clergyman who was raised by a wealthy aunt. Returning home, she is bored by her husband-hunting sisters, but soon catches the eye of local gentleman, Lord Osbourne. There are few authors as iconic as Jane Austen (1775-1817). Her body of work contains some of the most beloved books and characters of all time which have been in print for over two hundred years and sold millions of copies worldwide.Austen was a trailblazer, famed for her satire, her astute social commentary and her strong-willed, passionate heroines. Her ability to wield humour with realism has found her favour with critics and readers for generations. Her most famous works include Pride and Prejudice (1813), Emma (1816), Sense and Sensibility (1811) and Persuasion (1818), all of which have received success in adaptations for the screen, stage and radio.

‘The Lay-Man's Sermon Upon the Late Storm’ is a thought-provoking political pamphlet written by Daniel Defoe. In this essay, Defoe discusses the Church of England’s reaction to the great storm of 1703 that killed over a thousand people in England. The Church claimed that those who died deserved it for their sins and Defoe smartly and satirically disputes this line of thought. In an original and witty manner, Defoe claims that 18th Century England would put moderates to death as extreme views were the norm. Defoe’s writings on religion and politics were controversial at the time and led to him being imprisoned but they also influenced many other politicians. This book remains relevant as it preaches centrism and peace in a fractured society. ‘The Lay-Man’s Sermon Upon the Late Storm’ should be read by anyone interested in politics and religion as it provides great insight into an interesting time in history.Daniel Defoe (1660 – 1731) is one of the most important authors in the English language. Defoe was one of the original English novelists and greatly helped to popularise the form. Defoe was highly prolific and is believed to have written over 300 works ranging from novels to political pamphlets. He was highly celebrated but also controversial as his writings influenced politicians but also led to Defoe being imprisoned. Defoe’s novels have been translated into many languages and are still read across the globe to this day. Some of his most famous books include ‘Moll Flanders’ and ‘Robinson Crusoe’ which was adapted into a movie starring Pierce Brosnan and Damian Lewis in 1997. Defoe’s influence on English novels cannot be understated and his legacy lives on to this day.

Theodora has, in many ways, a rich life. Many ways apart from the one that counts. She’s got beauty and innocence in abundance, but when it comes to financial means, she sadly falls short. Luckily, a wealthy aunt takes a shine to the poor girl and invites her to London, where she makes the acquaintance of some interesting characters, including Mr. Oglethorpe, a famed journalist.Just like everyone else, Mr. Oglethorpe can’t seem to take his eyes of the young Theo. There’s only one problem – he's already engaged to someone else.‘Theo - A Sprightly Love Story’ is a melodramatic tale of young love and controversy.Those who loved the work of Jane Austen, including such titles as ‘Pride and Prejudice’, which was adapted into film starring Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Bennet, will undoubtedly also fall in love with Frances Hodgson Burnett’s young heroine, Theo.Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English American playwright and author. Born in the UK in Manchester to a family of ironmongers, she later migrated to the United States where she would go on to write some of her most famous plays and novels.During the span of her career, Frances Hodgson Burnett wrote and published more than 53 novels, most of them for adults. However, she is perhaps best known for her work in children’s literature, including famous titles such as ‘The Little Princess’ (1905), ‘The Secret Garden’ (1911), and ‘Little Lord Fauntleroy’ (1886).Frances Hodgson Burnett is also known for her historical fiction, including acclaimed titles such as 'The Head of the House of Coombe' (1922) and its sequel, 'Robin' (1922).Burnett’s work has been adapted for film many times. The latest movie adaptation of ‘The Secret Garden’ was released in 2020, starring Colin Firth and Julie Walters.

In Edgar Wallace Krimiklassiker „Der Brigant" hat Anthony Newton nach dem Krieg Schwierigkeiten eine geregelte Arbeit zu finden und hält sich mit Diebstählen über Wasser. Dabei dringt er eines Tages in das Anwesen des wohlhabenden Mr. Poltue ein und entdeckt dessen Leiche. Der Millionär wurde offensichtlich ermordet und Anthony Newton steckt ganz schön in der Klemme...Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace wurde am 1. April 1875 in Greenwich, einem Stadtteil Londons, als uneheliches Kind einer Schauspielerin geboren und wuchs bei Pflegeeltern auf. Er ging bereits früh von der Schule ab und nahm zunächst verschiedene Tätigkeiten an, bevor er sich gerade volljährig geworden für die Armee verpflichtete. Nach dem Militärdienst arbeitete Edgar Wallace als Journalist bei einer englischen Tageszeitung. Im Jahr 1905 veröffentlichte er als Autor sein erstes Werk. Insgesamt schrieb Edgar Wallace zu seinen Lebzeiten über 175 Bücher. Besonders bekannt wurde er für seine Kriminalromane, deren vielseitige Handlungen er in einem brisanten journalistischen Schreibstil verfasste.

Jede Menge „Glamour and Crime" verspricht dieser Kriminalroman des bekannten englischen Schriftstellers Edgar Wallace.Die Königin von Griechenland wird in London Opfer eines brutalen Verbrechens. Diebe stehlen ihre wertvolle Halskette und ermorden ihren Begleiter. Scotland Yard beginnt umgehend mit den Ermittlungen...Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace wurde am 1. April 1875 in Greenwich, einem Stadtteil Londons, als uneheliches Kind einer Schauspielerin geboren und wuchs bei Pflegeeltern auf. Er ging bereits früh von der Schule ab und nahm zunächst verschiedene Tätigkeiten an, bevor er sich gerade volljährig geworden für die Armee verpflichtete. Nach dem Militärdienst arbeitete Edgar Wallace als Journalist bei einer englischen Tageszeitung. Im Jahr 1905 veröffentlichte er als Autor sein erstes Werk. Insgesamt schrieb Edgar Wallace zu seinen Lebzeiten über 175 Bücher. Besonders bekannt wurde er für seine Kriminalromane, deren vielseitige Handlungen er in einem brisanten journalistischen Schreibstil verfasste.

Der „Tower of London" zählt zu den beliebtesten Touristenattraktionen der englischen Hauptstadt. In der historischen Festung an der Themse werden die Kronjuwelen aufbewahrt und von der königlichen Garde streng bewacht. Dennoch gelingt es Räubern im Kriminalroman „Das Verrätertor" des englischen Schriftstellers Edgar Wallace, sich den britischen Kronschatz eines Tages unter den Nagel zu reißen. Eine Spur führt zum Fürsten von Kishlastan, der bei seinem Aufenthalt in London ein besonderes Interesse an den Kostbarkeiten bekundete...Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace wurde am 1. April 1875 in Greenwich, einem Stadtteil Londons, als uneheliches Kind einer Schauspielerin geboren und wuchs bei Pflegeeltern auf. Er ging bereits früh von der Schule ab und nahm zunächst verschiedene Tätigkeiten an, bevor er sich gerade volljährig geworden für die Armee verpflichtete. Nach dem Militärdienst arbeitete Edgar Wallace als Journalist bei einer englischen Tageszeitung. Im Jahr 1905 veröffentlichte er als Autor sein erstes Werk. Insgesamt schrieb Edgar Wallace zu seinen Lebzeiten über 175 Bücher. Besonders bekannt wurde er für seine Kriminalromane, deren vielseitige Handlungen er in einem brisanten journalistischen Schreibstil verfasste.

Ein echter Retro-Krimi des bekannten englischen Schriftstellers Edgar Wallace! Im Zentrum der englischen Hauptstadt London wird der Kriminelle Horace Tom Tickler in einem abgestellten Taxi ermordet aufgefunden. Chefinspektor Smith vom Scotland Yard erhält daraufhin den Tipp, einen gewissen Mr. Moran zum Verbrechen zu befragen...Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace wurde am 1. April 1875 in Greenwich, einem Stadtteil Londons, als uneheliches Kind einer Schauspielerin geboren und wuchs bei Pflegeeltern auf. Er ging bereits früh von der Schule ab und nahm zunächst verschiedene Tätigkeiten an, bevor er sich, gerade volljährig geworden, für die Armee verpflichtete. Nach dem Militärdienst arbeitete Edgar Wallace als Journalist bei einer englischen Tageszeitung. Im Jahr 1905 veröffentlichte er als Autor sein erstes Werk. Insgesamt schrieb Edgar Wallace zu seinen Lebzeiten über 175 Bücher. Besonders bekannt wurde er für seine Kriminalromane, deren vielseitige Handlungen er in einem brisanten journalistischen Schreibstil verfasste.

Die junge Grace wird kurz vor ihrer Hochzeit mit Jeffrey Storr erpresst. Ihr zukünftiger Ehemann, übergibt schließlich sein Erspartes an den Gauner, wird jedoch von ihm gelinkt. Jeffrey Storr, ein Sympathisant der „Vier Gerechten", die Edgar-Wallace-Fans bereits aus früheren Kriminalromanen bekannt sein dürften, versucht daraufhin auf eigene Faust sich sein Geld zurückzuholen und den Erpresser zur Strecke zu bringen...Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace wurde am 1. April 1875 in Greenwich, einem Stadtteil Londons, als uneheliches Kind einer Schauspielerin geboren und wuchs bei Pflegeeltern auf. Er ging bereits früh von der Schule ab und nahm zunächst verschiedene Tätigkeiten an, bevor er sich gerade volljährig geworden für die Armee verpflichtete. Nach dem Militärdienst arbeitete Edgar Wallace als Journalist bei einer englischen Tageszeitung. Im Jahr 1905 veröffentlichte er als Autor sein erstes Werk. Insgesamt schrieb Edgar Wallace zu seinen Lebzeiten über 175 Bücher. Besonders bekannt wurde er für seine Kriminalromane, deren vielseitige Handlungen er in einem brisanten journalistischen Schreibstil verfasste.

Magazyn jubilerski firmy Gilderheim przyjmuje właśnie wielką dostawę diamentów. Ponieważ światło w oknach pomieszczenia pali się dłużej niż zazwyczaj w sobotnie popołudnie, do drzwi magazynu puka policjant. Właściciel uspokaja stróża prawa. Mężczyźni wdają się w pogawędkę i po skończonej pracy razem oddalają się do swoich domów. Właśnie wtedy do budynku wkrada się złodziejski duet. Pierwszy ze wspólników przeciera szlak, chwilę później do gry wkracza jego kompan. Obaj są zdziwieni, gdy okazuje się, że w akcji uczestniczy jeszcze ktoś trzeci... Wymarzona lektura dla miłośników dreszczowców i klasycznych kryminałów.Edgar Wallace (1875-1932) - angielski pisarz i scenarzysta, autor popularnych powieści awanturniczo-kryminalnych. Nie miał łatwego startu. Był nieślubnym dzieckiem aktorki wychowywanym przez rodzinę tragarza. Edukację zakończył na szkole podstawowej i tuż po niej rozpoczął pracę. Po uzyskaniu pełnoletności przystąpił do Royal West Kent Regiment i służył w Południowej Afryce. Jego talent dosłownie eksplodował w 1905 r., kiedy ukazała się jego powieść "Zemsta Sprawiedliwych". W ciągu kolejnych dwudziestu ośmiu lat napisał ok. 170 książek, kilkanaście sztuk teatralnych i wiele scenariuszy filmowych, m.in. do "King-Konga" z 1932 r. Nie używał pióra, treść swoich książek rejestrował na dyktafonie, skąd spisywała je maszynistka.

När doktor Watson återvänder till London efter en tuff tid i Afghanistan, står han inför utmaningen att hitta en stabil inkomst och ett boende. En bekant presenterar honom för detektiven Sherlock Holmes och innan Watson hinner vänja sig vid tanken, installerar han sig i Holmes lägenhet på Baker Street.Samtidigt som Watson försöker förstå sin nya rumskamrat inträffar ett mord i utkanten av staden. Gärningsmannen har inte lämnat några synliga skador på brottsoffret, men har skrivit ”hämnd” med blod på väggen intill kroppen. I brist på klara spår kontaktas Holmes av polisen för att hjälpa till med utredningen. Tillsammans med Watson beger sig Holmes mot brottsplatsen, där de tillsammans tar sig an det som blir det första av många fängslande fall för denna ikoniska duo.”En studie i rött” är en spännande pusseldeckare och den första boken om den världsberömde detektiven Sherlock Holmes.Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) var en skotsk författare och läkare. Han är mest känd för sina romaner om detektiven Sherlock Holmes, som har filmatiserats otaliga gånger. Trots sina litterära framgångar betraktade Doyle själv sina vetenskapliga och medicinska skrifter som sina viktigaste verk.

Ein Herz voller Rache und eine Liebe, die alles besiegen kann ...Adam Penrose, Duke of Stratton, gehört zu Londons elitärer Gesellschaft. Seine Familiengeschichte ist skandalös, deswegen sucht er eine Frau mit Vermögen, Schönheit und Verstand, die bereit ist, sich seinem rücksichtslosen Lebensstil anzupassen. Doch jedes Mal, wenn Clara Cheswick, die wunderschöne Tochter des Erzfeindes seiner Familie, auftaucht, brennt seine Seele vor Verlangen nach ihr.Clara Cheswick denkt überhaupt nicht daran zu heiraten. Sie will nur eins: ihre Frauenzeitschrift veröffentlichen. Selbst wenn sie an einer Heirat interessiert wäre, würde sie sich niemals auf jemanden wie Adam einlassen. Aber Clara hat ein gutes Gespür für Geschichten und hinter Adams Fassade steckt mehr, als sie denkt. Und wer hätte gedacht, dass das Spiel mit der Gefahr so viel Spaß machen kann?Madeline Hunter ist New York Times Bestsellerautorin. Mehr als sechs Millionen Exemplare ihrer Bücher wurden bereits gedruckt. Sie ist Mitglied der RWA-Ehrenliste, hat zweimal den RITA Award gewonnen und war sieben Mal Finalistin. Ihre Bücher sind auf den Bestsellerlisten der New York Times, von USA Today und Publishers Weekly zu finden und wurden in dreizehn Sprachen übersetzt. Sie hat einen Doktortitel in Kunstgeschichte und liebt es, mit ihren Lesern in Kontakt zu stehen.

Ricordi di una gioventù Parigina e Londinese si alternano in questo dolce tuffo nel passato. I vicoli di Londra della seconda metà dell’Ottocento, i teatri di West End, i pub affollati e un fumo che non smette mai di salire verso il cielo si mischiano ai tramonti sui boulevard, ai tavolini sistemati sui marciapiedi di Parigi, ai camerieri che si affrettano a portare i caffè, alle notti tremolanti nei quartieri della Belle Epoque. Agrodolce come tutto quel che appartiene al passato, "Confessioni di un giovane" è un mosaico illuminato a olio, caldo e sfocato.George Moore (1852-1933) è stato un romanziere Irlandese. Trasferitosi in Francia, a Parigi, quando aveva su per giù diciott’anni, Moore ebbe modo di frequentare il mondo degli artisti e degli intellettuali francesi della Belle Epoque. Se sue opere sono fortemente influenzate dal realismo di Emile Zola. Molti ritengono che James Joyce, soprattutto agli inizi della sua carriera, si sia ispirato molto a Moore, attualmente considerato come uno dei più importanti scrittori irlandesi di sempre.

First published in 1873, ‘Life in the Red Brigade’ by popular author R.M. Ballantyne is an adventure story which follows young firefighter Joe Dashwood and his exploits with the London fire service during its earliest days. Joe and his colleagues face all sorts of problems and dangers as they dash around London attending calls for their urgent services. A fascinating story, and a delightful peek at an institution in its infancy.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.