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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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Action-adventure fans, you've come to the right place. In ten pulse-pounding episodes, intrepid pilot Tam manages to find his way into a series of increasingly high-stakes scrapes. In the figure of the hard-living but honorable Tam, author Edgar Wallace has created one of the most realistic and endearing protagonists in classic action-adventure fiction. Despite his copious vices and weaknesses, Tam usually manages to save his own hide just in the
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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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When Malcolm Hay, a young British engineer, is sent to work for a Ukrainian-English oil company right before the first World War, he becomes a unique spectator of the political tensions of the time. After he befriends Kensky, a wealthy, elderly, Jewish-Russian man, and Grand-Duchess Irene Yaroslav, his life is changed by the gift Kensky has entrusted him with The Book of All-Power.
The book, which is said to be able to make any man do the holder's...
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As a symbol of the British crown, Commissioner Sanders governs the affairs of Colonial Nigeria, and becomes the target of both internal and external threats. Sanders of the River is one of Edgar Wallace's earliest successes focusing on the colonial experience and West African life.
District Commissioner Sanders struggles to maintain peace and prosperity within Colonial Nigeria. As a British ruler, he must manage the crown's expectations as well as...
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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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"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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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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