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Gordon McAlpine

    Gordon McAlpine is a master of genre innovation, unafraid to explore the boundaries of mystery fiction. His works are characterized by a playful approach to enigma, often weaving in history, humor, and fantasy to create unique and surprising reading experiences. McAlpine's style is lauded as gifted, with prose described as clean, clear, and muscular, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in his intricate and charming narratives.

    The Pet and the Pendulum
    After Oz
    The Tell-Tale Start
    Mystery Box: A Novel about the Creators of Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys
    The Misadventures of Edgar & Allan Poe - Once Upon a Midnight Eerie
    • 2024
    • 2015
    • 2015

      The Pet and the Pendulum

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Back in Baltimore, twelve-year-old identical twins Edgar and Allan think they have encountered the ghost of their great-great-great-great granduncle, Edgar Allan Poe, asking them to solve his murder--but really it is their arch-nemesis, Professor Perry, looking for revenge.

      The Pet and the Pendulum
    • 2013

      The Tell-Tale Start

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Identical twins Edgar and Allan Poe embark on a chaotic road trip to rescue their kidnapped cat, Roderick Usher. As they travel, they encounter mayhem and mystery, grappling with their unique telepathic bond and the possibility of a connection to their famous ancestor, Edgar Allan Poe. The adventure also reveals the unsettling presence of a mad scientist who has been watching their family. This blend of humor, intrigue, and supernatural elements makes for an engaging tale of mischief and discovery.

      The Tell-Tale Start
    • 2003

      Set against the backdrop of 1920s Paris, the story delves into the intriguing friendship between Frank and Carol, who navigate their lives as expatriates. As they bond over their shared experiences, the narrative uncovers the mystery surrounding the true identities behind the pseudonyms Franklin Dixon and Carolyn Keene, creators of the beloved Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew series. Through their journey, themes of friendship, identity, and the allure of literary fame unfold.

      Mystery Box: A Novel about the Creators of Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys