E. Phillips Oppenheim
E. Phillips Oppenheim was a British author born on February 22, 1866, in London. Known as the "Prince of Storytellers," Oppenheim made his mark in the early 20th century with his captivating novels and short stories. He wrote primarily in the thriller and adventure genres, crafting intricate plots that often featured espionage, political intrigue, and romance. His storytelling prowess earned him a devoted readership and he was quite prolific, producing over 100 works during his lifetime. Oppenheim's unique style and engaging narratives have left a lasting impact on the genre, making him a notable figure in literary history.
The Great Secret
English gentleman Hardross Courage has a good life. He has all the money he needs, enjoys sports and hunting, manages the family estate, and…
The Great Impersonation
E. Phillips Oppenheim, an English novelist created well in excess of 100 novels and 30 plus collections of short stories. Most of his tales …
The Avenger
Herbert Wrayson, a bachelor returns to his flat one night to find a young lady rifling his desk. He questions her and finds she thought she …
The Zeppelin's Passenger
The Zeppelin’s Passenger is a tale of German espionage in England during World War I. Dreymarsh is a fictional “backwater” area in England w…
The Double Traitor
The setting is the years prior to the outbreak of World War I. It is a time when Germany is outwardly preparing for war but Britain continue…
The Devil's Paw
In a world teetering on the brink of chaos, The Devil's Paw weaves a complex tale of loyalty and deception. At its heart is a beautiful and …
The Yellow House
In a tranquil country village, a vicar and his two daughters seek a fresh start, only to find their new neighbor in the enigmatic yellow hou…
The Pawns Count
"I am for England and England only," John Lutchester, the Englishman, asserted."I am for Japan and Japan only," Nikasti,…
The Vanished Messenger
A conference of European nations is being held in the Hague. England has not been invited to attend. Some think war is about to break out. M…
Havoc
Havoc occurs when European countries are discussing covert alliances. The story revolves around the creation of a secret alliance between …
The Cinema Murder
Phillip Romilly is a poor art teacher in London. He finds out that his wealthy cousin Douglas has been seeing his girl friend Beatrice behin…
The Box with the Broken Seals
A convoluted tale of espionage. This entertaining story is set in World War I. It has interesting characters. and I found my sympathies equa…
The Golden Web
Stirling Deane has sold the Little Anna Gold Mine which he discovered in South Africa. The sale has made him a rich man and the head of the …
Jacob's Ladder
This is a story about Jacob Pratt who “stood bond” for his brother and then lost all his money and was unable to pay his debts. Two years la…
An Amiable Charlatan (version 2)
In the bustling streets of Edwardian London, a father-daughter duo embarks on a series of clever cons that blur the lines between charm and …
The Evil Shepherd
A businessman is found stabbed through the heart, the obvious suspect his partner: Oliver Hilditch. Hilditch seems destined for the gallows,…
The Curious Quest
A sweet, simple tale of how friendship and honesty triumph over money. The protagonist’s pun of a name—Ernest Bliss—foreshadows the plot in …
Stolen Idols
Two temple statues, one with the most beautiful of features, the other a hideous sight, are at the core of this tale of adventure and the su…
The Black Box
Sanford Quest, the master criminologist of the world, attempts to bring to justice the murderer of Lord Ashleigh's daughter. But he soon dis…
An Amiable Charlatan
An Englishman is enjoying his dinner at Stephano's, at which he is a regular diner. A man enters quickly, sits at his table, starts eating h…