Classic Detective Stories

The Murder of Roger Acrkoyd, Chapters 14-18. A slightly longer one this week as I'm trying to finish the serialisation. Even so, I reckon we have 2 weeks left after this.

In any case, Chapter 16 the Mah Jong game is one of Christie's finest - a tour de force of wit and comic characterisation. She really was great.

But I'd listen to Chapter 1 first. Scroll back in the weeks to find it.

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In the heart of the eerie moors, a sinister legend lurks, shrouded in mystery and fear. Join the brilliant Sherlock Holmes and his trusty companion Dr. Watson on a treacherous journey to unravel the chilling secrets of the cursed Baskerville family. Will they conquer the malevolent forces that haunt the night, or will they fall prey to the legendary hound? Find out in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's gripping tale of suspense and deduction, 'The Hound of the Baskervilles'.

This is a corrected version as the previous audio version had glitches in it. Please enjoy.

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Our fourth installment of this very clever and witty story. Please listen to them in order if you want to hear it as Dame Agatha intended. But of course, the choice is yours.

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This is the third episode of our serialisation of the classic Agatha Christie story: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd. I don't want to say too much about it, other than it will make more sense to listen to part 1 first, then part 2 and then this one.

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This is part 2 of my audiobook narration of The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, comprising chapters 5-7.

More to come.

Please listen to the first part (Chapters 1-4) first unless you're being deliberately unorthodox, in which case, I admire you.

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"The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" is a classic detective story by Agatha Christie that will leave you on the edge of your seat as Hercule Poirot unravels a web of deception and intrigue surrounding the shocking murder of Roger Ackroyd. With twists and turns at every corner, this novel will keep you guessing until the very end.

This is the first part: chapters 1-4 comprising the first hour of the book. I will release more each week as a serial until we are finished!

Serialisation is a great remedy for the shortening of attention span and 'next day delivery' mania.

I hope you enjoy.

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Prepare to be entangled in a web of mystery and deception with Stuart Palmer's "The Monkey Murder"! When Janet Wayland is found dead in a locked room, bizarrely bound by the tail of a monkey statue, even the seasoned Inspector Oscar Piper is left baffled. Enter the sharp-witted, no-nonsense schoolteacher Hildegarde Withers, whose keen eye for detail might just crack this seemingly impossible case. As she delves into the victim's past and the suspicious behavior of those around her, Withers uncovers a tale of hidden motives, secret affairs, and unexpected twists. Will her unorthodox methods and acerbic wit be enough to unmask the killer, or will this cunning murderer slip through the cracks of justice? Join us for a thrilling journey through this Golden Age mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end!

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Step into the world of razor-sharp deduction and ingenious crime-solving with the brilliant detective Thorndyke and his trusty companion Jardine. In this gripping tale of murder and mystery, nothing is as it seems. As the story unfolds, you'll be drawn into a web of intrigue where the killer remains elusive, defying the conventions of classic detective fiction. With each twist and turn, Thorndyke's genius shines brighter, leading to a climactic revelation that will leave you breathless. Prepare to be amazed as the pieces fall into place, and the truth behind this baffling crime is finally brought to light. Don't miss this masterful narration that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last word!

Full notes here

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Welcome to my narration of 'The House in Goblin Wood' by Carter Dickson (John Dickson Carr), where engaging characters and enigmatic disappearances unfold in a captivating tale. Join Sir Henry Merrivale and a cast of vibrant characters as they navigate a secluded house filled with faeries and secrets waiting to be unraveled. Prepare to be drawn into a world where logic is challenged, and mysteries abound, keeping listeners enthralled until the chilling conclusion."

This story hovers between two genres: that of the supernatural goings on of the Ghost Story, and that of the locked room mystery beloved of (some) detective writers. I started it off as a ghost story and then realised it better fitted the Classic Detective Podcast.

Thank you to Gavin Critchley for his generous sponsorship of this episode.

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Imagine the chilling precision of a man who has successfully carried out two murders, now meticulously planning his third. In "Three is a Lucky Number" by Margery Allingham, step into the mind of Ronald Frederick Torbay as he targets his unsuspecting new wife, Edyth. With a plot that twists and turns, this suspenseful tale will keep you on the edge of your seat. Will Ronald's sinister plans succeed, or will fate take an unexpected turn? Tune in to my narration to experience the tension, intrigue, and unforeseen twists that make this story an unforgettable thriller.

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