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Title: Murder Incorporated

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Bill Johnstone

Format: Original Recording

Length: 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-18-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

The Shadow's gardener dies

Any additional comments?

The Dr. who helps women knock off their husbands for an insurance policy. Very creepy.

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Title: Flight of the Vulture

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Bill Johnstone

Format: Original Recording

Length: 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-18-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

Old Jim is sold

Any additional comments?

The Shadow goes on a search for Old Jim, a horse who has saved the life of his young owner. The young boy is distraught when he learns the horse is sold to help pay the taxes on the farm. The buyer is a crook.

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Title: Death Stalks The Shadow

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Bill Johnstone

Format: Original Recording

Length: 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-16-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

Death Trap.

A clever evil lawyer sets a death trap for the Shadow. Does he succeed, of course not. Another great story. Crime doesn't pay.

Last words at the electric chair

Any additional comments?

A man is sentenced to the electric chair for a murder that was ordered by someone else. He tells The Shadow all about how to catch the crime leader.

The Shadow

Where does Death Stalks The Shadow rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

It's my first so it has to be top

Who was your favorite character and why?

The Shadow

What about Bill Johnstones performance did you like?

So authentic for a radio broadcast so many years ago.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

No one knows the evil in men's hearts better than The Shadow

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Title: The Silent Avenger

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Orson Welles, Agnes Moorehead

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-12-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

A new killing spree after the death penalty

Any additional comments?

A man is sentenced to the death chair yet before he goes he makes his brother promise to kill the judge, the jury and the governor. The sound quality was good.

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Title: Aboard the Steamship Amazon

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Orson Welles

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-12-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 33 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

I have enjoyed The Shadow for years

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

The sound quality is really poor. I suspect it is the age of the original recordings and someone with superb skills to remaster would be needed.

The story is short, enjoyable and as all Shadow tales, the bad people lose.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Orson Welles?

Yes. I just wish all had today's sound quality.

Was Aboard the Steamship Amazon worth the listening time?

Hmmm. I won't likely listen again because the background sound is too strong to really enjoy the story. Headphones are required.

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Title: The Quiz Program Clue

Author: Green Hornet

Narrator: Green Hornet

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-03-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

The Green Hornet debuted on a Detroit station, WXYZ, on January 31, 1936, and later aired on the Mutual and ABC Blue networks until its final broadcast on December 5, 1952. The masked crime fighter was the secret identity of newspaper publisher Britt Reid, who relied on his valet, Kato, and a supercharged roadster, the Black Beauty. Al Hodge portrayed The Green Hornet during the series' first seven seasons, followed by Donovan Faust, Robert Hall, and Jack McCarthy. The series was created by the same team that brought The Lone Ranger to the air.

Critic Reviews:

"Radio's most popular juvenile adventure program." (James S. Olson, Historical Dictionary of the 1950s)

Members Reviews:

An Interesting Idea to Solve a Puzzeling Delima!

What made the experience of listening to The Quiz Program Clue the most enjoyable?

The actors and great sound effects really progress the story beautifully!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Quiz Program Clue?

When the leader of the crooks almost revealed the true identity of the Green Hornet.

What about the narrators performance did you like?

As always it was spot on excellant to listen to.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

The Green Hornet Strikes Again!

Any additional comments?

This was another great episode, you can't go wrong with any of the Green Hornet titles from Radio Spirits!

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Title: Death in the Dark

Author: Green Hornet

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-03-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

The Green Hornet debuted on a Detroit station, WXYZ, on January 31, 1936, and later aired on the Mutual and ABC Blue networks until its final broadcast on December 5, 1952. The masked crime fighter was the secret identity of newspaper publisher Britt Reid, who relied on his valet, Kato, and a supercharged roadster, the Black Beauty. Al Hodge portrayed The Green Hornet during the series' first seven seasons, followed by Donovan Faust, Robert Hall, and Jack McCarthy. The series was created by the same team that brought The Lone Ranger to the air.

Critic Reviews:

"Radio's most popular juvenile adventure program." (James S. Olson, Historical Dictionary of the 1950s)

Members Reviews:

A Great Suicide Murder Case!

Would you listen to Death in the Dark again? Why?

Absolutely, the plot is amazing!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Death in the Dark?

The locked study and the Green Hornet's discovery.

What does the narrator bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

As always the actors and narration bring superb story flow and emotion!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

With out a doubt, listened to it twice in two days!

Any additional comments?

Another well presented restored Green Hornet episode by Radio Spirits!

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Title: The Death Bed Caper

Author: The Adventures of Sam Spade

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

Dashiell Hammett's classic detective burst out of the pages of The Maltese Falcon and into his own radio series on July 12, 1946. Featuring Howard Duff as Spade and Lureen Tuttle as his faithful secretary, Effie, the series appeared on three different radio networks: ABC (1946), CBS (1946-49), and NBC (1949-51). Toward the end of the series' run, Steve Dunne replaced Howard Duff in the title role. The program won a 1947 Edgar Award for Best Radio Drama.

Critic Reviews:

"A show that still seems fresh and alive." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

The Best Sam Spade Episode Ever!

Howard Duff is on top of his game with this caper, & clam shell number five. Just the best! You cannot go wrong with this one!

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Title: The Critical Author Caper

Author: The Adventures of Sam Spade

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

Dashiell Hammett's classic detective burst out of the pages of The Maltese Falcon and into his own radio series on July 12, 1946. Featuring Howard Duff as Spade and Lureen Tuttle as his faithful secretary, Effie, the series appeared on three different radio networks: ABC (1946), CBS (1946-49), and NBC (1949-51). Toward the end of the series' run, Steve Dunne replaced Howard Duff in the title role. The program won a 1947 Edgar Award for Best Radio Drama.

Critic Reviews:

"A show that still seems fresh and alive." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

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Title: Subject

Subtitle: Edith Hamilton

Author: The Adventures of Sam Spade

Format: Original Recording

Length: 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

Dashiell Hammett's classic detective burst out of the pages of The Maltese Falcon and into his own radio series on July 12, 1946. Featuring Howard Duff as Spade and Lureen Tuttle as his faithful secretary, Effie, the series appeared on three different radio networks: ABC (1946), CBS (1946-49), and NBC (1949-51). Toward the end of the series' run, Steve Dunne replaced Howard Duff in the title role. The program won a 1947 Edgar Award for Best Radio Drama.

Critic Reviews:

"A show that still seems fresh and alive." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

A little love Story.

More of a love story then a mystery. Sam Spade lucky as a detective, unlucky in love.