The Secret House
Edgar Wallace
Read by Don W. Jenkins
A stranger and foreigner arrives at the offices of a small publication in London only to be faced by the “editor” whose face is completely swathed in a veil. Nothing is as it seems, and it quickly becomes evident that both are bent on more than lively gossip about the elite. Blackmail and opportunism is the order of the day. When two men are found shot to death outside the door of Mr. Farrington the millionaire who just happens to live a few doors from T. B. Smith, the head of the secret police, the connections to blackmail are not long in coming. Were these men shot by the blackmailer? Who is actually what he seems to be? (Summary by Don W. Jenkins) (5 hr 48 min)
Chapters
Chapter I | 23:50 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter II | 12:18 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter III | 11:37 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter IV | 11:02 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter V | 9:27 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter VI | 15:30 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter VII | 14:07 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter VIII | 14:51 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter IX | 19:38 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter X | 24:53 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XI | 24:05 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XII | 14:04 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XIII | 18:40 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XIV | 21:34 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XV | 19:24 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XVI | 13:47 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XVII | 22:02 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XVIII | 13:39 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XIX | 22:15 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XX | 16:20 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Chapter XXI | 5:47 | Read by Don W. Jenkins |
Reviews
I enjoyed this story
mikezane
I would so LOVE to have a house like the 'secret house' of this story. The story is also great. You know pretty early on who the bad guys are, but the tale is entertaining as you wonder how the good guys are going to catch the bad guys, and if the one bad guy who you really don't like is going to get away or get caught this time. There are lots of ups and downs, but they were plausible enough that I really enjoyed the story. Don is a great reader. He also does a nice job with voices. Thanks Don!
barry chant
I enjoyed the story but didn't find myself thinking about it between episodes. Perhaps a few too many characters? But even so, there was plenty of suspense and enough surprises to keep one's interest. As usual Don Jenkins's reading was exemplary, and brought the characters vividly to life, although American accents for such essentially British characters never sound quite right.
Cleverly Written!
Angels Walk
This is the 3rd Edgar Wallace book I've enjoyed, and my only complaint is,,,,it wasn't long enough! Lots of characters, twists & the bad guys get Wacked! I love a good guy getting the upper hand. just in the nick of time!
RLO
I enjoyed this story from beginning to end. The narrator, Don. W. Jenkins, was so comfortable to listen to, I’ve searched for other stories he has narrated and will continue to listen until I’ve exhausted his large collection. Thank you, Mr. Jenkins.
A very good story.
Satyaban
I like this as clues were being revealed there was other action at a nice pace. No trials for the criminals in that part of England.
A great mystery
A LibriVox Listener
the best so far by this author. well written well read and moved at a good pace.
Good yarn!!!
Ayla
Don Jenkins makes the whole story really enjoyable !!!!
I enjoyed this story very much.
Gill