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Empowers survivors to interpret Scripture in healing ways while unlearning harmful biblical perspectives. Scripture plays an unique and profound role in the lives of many abuse survivors. It can be a powerful instrument for healing. Unfortunately, it is often wielded against survivors as a...

A beautiful French actress with concealed origins and a clandestine involvement with a group of anarchists is brutally murdered in London. Circumstances lead Scotland Yard to several suspects, including her wealthy American fiancé, a couple of the anarchists, and even a respected “Yard” detective. The search for the killer sets off an absorbing mystery with an interesting cast of characters and plot twists. Gordon Holmes is a pen-name of Louis Tracy (1863-1928), a British journalist and prolific writer of fiction.

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When writer Frank Theydon emerges from a London theater, he notices an attractive young woman and an older man waiting for their car. He arrives home after a short delay and notices the older man, whom he’d overheard tell his companion he was stopping at his club, outside the building.

A charming mystery story set in the early 1900s which is as much about the townspeople, sleuths and other colorful characters as it is about the murder. Filled with comic antics of Scotland Yard fellows, local police, and residents of the town, keeps the murder ever elusive. The "whodunit" is maintained until the very end and the laughter keeps going even after the mystery is solved.

Lady Dyke disappears mysteriously, and barrister and hobby detective Claude Bruce appears to be one of the last persons to have seen her. A short time later a dead body is found in the river, and Bruce follows the trails. Who is Sydney H. Corbett? Why did the Lady's maid disappear shortly after her Lady? And what business did Lady Dyke have at Sloane Square? If Bruce can find the answer to these questions, he will find the solution to the mystery.

Charles K. Spencer is a well-to-do young American mining engineer. Drinking his water in a hotel in London one day, he overhears a conversation between two young women, one of whom is to go to Switzerland. He decides to play "fairy godfather" and send the other girl there as well, also to further her career as a writer for a scientific journal. However, the girl is shadowed on her journey by the mysterious Mr. Bower. Convinced that Bower is a rogue, Mr. Spencer decides to follow them to protect the girl.

Another case for Reginald Brett, barrister and hobby detective: David Hume-Frazer is in some trouble. He was the prime suspect in the murder case of his cousin, Alan. Though he was never convicted, suspicion clings to him, and he wishes his name to be cleared before he marries his fiancé, Helen Layton. The case is baffling: Alan was murdered with a Japanese knife on his own grounds, in front of the library windows -- in the same place, where four of his ancestors already died "in their boots"...

A new case for barrister and hobby detective Reginald Brett: The imperial diamonds were sent by the Sultan to London, to be cut in Albert Gate mansion by experts, all the while under the especial protection of the British government. One morning, however, the Turkish officials are found dead in the house, and the diamonds have vanished - despite the strict measures taken to protect them. The first suspicion falls on Jack Talbot, a young secretary at the Foreign Office, in whose charge this mission was, because he also disappeared without a trace on the same evening.

Winifred Bartlett, a beautiful and poor orphan, suddenly finds herself homeless and out of a job. Prince Charming (nee Rex Carshaw) comes on to her by accident and begins to take an interest. As strange, apparently unconnected disasters continue to batter poor Winnie, Rex and two police detectives (the most interesting characters in the book) probe the causes and forces threatening the dear girl's well-being and, ultimately, her very life and liberty.

Number Seventeen begins as a reference to a London apartment belonging to a young widow who is mysteriously strangled off-scene. The story takes a thrilling turn as her neighbor, novelist Frank Theydon, and millionaire philanthropist James Forbes unite to hunt down the culprit. As the story unfolds, a chilling secret behind the number seventeen is revealed. The narrative is deeply intertwined with international themes, discussing the potential risks of advancements in air technology. The story resonates with the fear of the Yellow Peril, reflecting the rising power of Japan, China, and other ...

Delve into a delightful mystery tale set in the early 20th century thats as much about the vibrant townsfolk, clever detectives, and intriguing characters as it is about the enigmatic murder. Experience the humorous antics of Scotland Yard agents, local law enforcement, and the towns inhabitants which keep the murder mystery wonderfully elusive. The suspenseful whodunit is preserved until the last moment, and the laughter continues even after the riddle is resolved. As narrated by Sharon Kilmer, this story keeps you guessing and chuckling in equal measure.

Lady Dyke vanishes without a trace, leaving barrister and amateur sleuth Claude Bruce as one of the last individuals to see her alive. Not long after, a corpse is discovered in the river, spurring Bruce into action. The presence of the elusive Sydney H. Corbett, the sudden disappearance of Lady Dykes maid, and Lady Dykes mysterious activities at Sloane Square all come together as pieces of a complex puzzle. Can Bruce decipher the clues and solve the enigma? Join us as we delve into the mystery in this riveting tale. (Introduction by Carolin)

Delve into an enchanting world of romance and mystery with Late Tenant. This early masterpiece by esteemed British journalist and author Louis Tracy, penning as Gordon Holmes, is sure to captivate you. Known for his thrilling mysteries such as The Albert Gate Mystery and The Postmaster’s Daughter, Tracy dabbles in the romantic genre with a touch of the supernatural. The story weaves together two intense love narratives - one heart-wrenching, the other just beginning - amidst a puzzling mystery. Find a dash of classic British humor and a hint of the supernatural in this engaging tale. - ...

Immerse yourself in an intriguing story of deception and murder in London. A French actress with hidden roots and secret ties to anarchists is brutally killed, leading Scotland Yard on a complex chase. As the plot thickens, suspicions fall on a wealthy American fiancé, some anarchists, and even a well-regarded detective within the Yard itself. This engaging mystery woven by the talented Louis Tracy, under the pseudonym Gordon Holmes, will keep you gripped with its fascinating characters and unexpected turns.

Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Winifred Bartlett, a beautiful and destitute orphan in 1913 New York City. When fate brings her together with the charming Rex Carshaw, a series of seemingly unrelated catastrophes start to threaten Winnies existence. Rex, alongside two captivating police detectives, delve into the mysteries surrounding these disasters. The plot thickens as they uncover a conspiracy rooted in Winnies uncanny resemblance to her long-deceased mother. With a diverse roster of villains - from a conniving US Senator to a ruthless Western gangster - each with their unique ...

Dive into the intriguing narrative set in the scenic country estate of Mortimer Fenley, where an unsuspecting artist, John Trenholme, finds himself amidst a shocking crime scene. The serene morning tranquillity is abruptly shattered by a gunshot, with Fenley discovered dead at the mansions entrance. This paves the way for the captivating duo from Scotland Yard, Winter and Furneaux, to step in and unravel the mystery. Winter, a calm and methodical investigator, meticulously scrutinizes the evidence, while the intuitive Furneaux relies on emotional reactions and psychological profiling to piece ...

Dive into another intriguing mystery solved by the renowned Reginald Brett, a barrister turned amateur detective. This time, hes tasked with clearing the name of David Hume-Frazer, who has been eyed with suspicion in the brutal murder of his cousin, Alan. Despite being cleared of charges, the cloud of doubt hangs heavy over David, particularly as he prepares to marry his beloved, Helen Layton. The circumstances of the murder are peculiar Alan was slain on his own property, right in front of the library windows, with a Japanese knife. Even more chilling, this is the exact location where four of...

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