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The Czar's Spy by William Le Queux. William Le Queux was a British novelist and prolific writer of mysteries. Indeed, mystery surrounds the author himself as to whether he was a spy or rather just a self-promoter. Regardless of which is true, Le Queux brings us a story of intrigue and espionage that travels across Europe in the true spirit of a good mystery. There are shootings, burglaries, romances, escapes from prisons, and intricate conspiracies that may surprise and leave you scratching your head as you try to solve this “whodunit”. In the best tradition of a good mystery however, ...

Dive into the intriguing world of Michael Berrington, a London bachelor, who stumbles upon a mystery that unravels his quiet life. Captivated by an enigmatic character, Gastrell, mentioned in a conversation at his club, Berrington finds himself irresistibly drawn into a labyrinth of secrets and scandals. His fiancé, Dulcie Challoner, befriends a wealthy widow, Mrs. Connie Stapleton, who seemingly has ties with Gastrell, further deepening the mystery. Berringtons world soon spirals into a whirlwind of daring robberies, horrific murders, cryptic codes, and mind-bending control. The plot ...

Recently repatriated from the war, electrical engineer Hugh Gabriel finds himself entangled in a web of mystery and intrigue. One evening, while on his way to visit his uncle, a servant approaches him with a peculiar request to meet his distressed, wealthy master. Little did he know, this encounter would thrust him into the heart of a sinister murder. But did it really happen? Who is this enigmatic millionaire Oswald De Gex? Is Doctor Moroni a trusted physician or a vile monster? And what role does the captivating Gabrielle play in this saga - or are there multiple Gabrielles? Join Hugh as he ...