David Stuart Davies is a distinguished author whose writing delves deeply into the realm of crime fiction. His works often explore intricate plots and the psychological depths of characters, earning him a dedicated readership. Davies's style is characterized by keen observation and precise language, drawing readers into compelling narratives. His editorial work further underscores his profound understanding of the genre.
Set in the 1920s, the story revolves around Ambrose De Lacy, a renowned mystery writer and the founder of The Murder Club. After receiving death threats, he enlists the help of private detective Rupert Wilde and his assistant, Kishen Chabra. As they delve deeper, they uncover a vengeful killer targeting club members and a dark secret De Lacy hides. Wilde's investigation leads him into peril and ultimately to a secluded cottage on the south coast, where chilling revelations await before the murderer is finally unmasked.
Rupert Wilde emerges as a clever and refined detective in this engaging Golden Age mystery. With a blend of intelligence and charm, he navigates a web of intrigue and deception, promising readers a captivating journey through a classic whodunit. The story is set against a backdrop that evokes the essence of traditional mystery novels, inviting fans of the genre to delve into Wilde's world of crime-solving.
Exploring the eerie and unsettling, this collection features a variety of strange and chilling stories that delve into the darker aspects of human experience. Each tale offers a unique blend of horror and suspense, showcasing a range of characters and scenarios that provoke thought and evoke fear. The anthology is designed to captivate readers who enjoy tales that linger in the mind long after the last page is turned, making it a must-read for fans of the weird and macabre.
A pilot forced to land in the Sahara meets a little prince. The wise and enchanting stories the prince tells of his own planet with its three volcanoes and a haughty flower are unforgettable. A strange and wonderful parable for all ages, with superb illustrations by the author.
The Sherlock Holmes Book chronicles every case of the world's greatest detective and his assistant Dr Watson. The game is afoot and now you can discover every detail of Sherlock Holmes' world
Now the subject of a major film by Baz Luhrmann, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Carey Mulligan, this work is F. Scott Fitzgerald's brilliant fable of the hedonistic excess and tragic reality of 1920s America. Edited with an introduction and notes by Tony Tanner, it follows young, handsome, and fabulously rich Jay Gatsby, the bright star of the Jazz Age. As writer Nick Carraway becomes immersed in Gatsby's extravagant world, he confronts the mystery of Gatsby's origins and desires. Beneath the glamorous facade lies a secret: a silent longing that can never be fulfilled, leading to a destructive obsession that unravels Gatsby's life. Fitzgerald captures the disillusionment of post-war America and the moral failures of a society fixated on wealth and status. More than a reflection of a specific era, the narrative chronicles Gatsby's tragic pursuit of his dream, embodying the universal conflict between illusion and reality. Fitzgerald, who married Zelda Sayre, whose struggles influenced his writing, has attained mythical status in American literary history. His masterwork is often regarded as the 'great American novel.' After his death, The New York Times noted that he 'created a "generation"' in both fact and literary sense.
This collection features a set of wide ranging and mind expanding tales created by the founding fathers of this most fascinating and exciting of literary genres.
