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"A Psychical Invasion" by Algernon Blackwood is a gripping tale about Dr. John Silence, an unconventional physician specializing in paranormal cases. When a concerned woman approaches him about her friend, Felix Pender, a once-successful humorist now crippled by a strange affliction, Silence is drawn into a mystery beyond ordinary medical explanation.

The House on the Borderland by William Hope Hodgson is a captivating tale of a recluse living in an isolated house on the border of reality and another dimension.

Orphaned Pip lives with his sister and her blacksmith husband. One day, the boy helps a hiding fugitive. Years pass, and Pip works as an apprentice for his brother-in-law. He is unhappily in love with Estella, a beautiful girl raised by the wealthy, eccentric old Miss Havisham. The young people are separated by one of the most prosaic reasons—financial status.

Discover the fascinating world of the Pegana pantheon, created by fantasy master Lord Dunsany. This groundbreaking book will take you on a journey to a realm where gods rule by whim and reality intertwines with myth.

The Jolly Corner by Henry James is a captivating tale that delves into the mysteries of identity and the echoes of a life left behind. Spencer Brydon returns to New York after decades abroad and begins to confront the strange and haunting presence lurking in his childhood home.

Out of the Deep is a dark and atmospheric story about a young man named Jimmie, who inherits a gloomy estate from his late uncle Timothy. Surrounded by opulence and valuable relics of the past, Jimmie must confront the haunting memories and unease that pervade every corner of the house. Isolated and tormented by his thoughts, he begins to uncover that the legacy he has received holds more than he ever anticipated.

Paris and London on the eve of the French Revolution. This turbulent period is shown through the prism of the fates of a young French aristocrat, an unjustly imprisoned doctor, his daughter, and an English lawyer. After eighteen years spent in the Bastille, Dr. Manette is released. Fortunately, now on English soil, he begins a second life alongside his daughter Lucie. There, the paths of two men intersect: Charles Darnay, who fled from France, and Sydney Carton, a brilliant lawyer, a loner and a drunkard, who will be united by their love for one woman - the doctor's daughter.

"Markheim" is a dark tale of crime, mysteries, and the choices that shape our destinies. In an antique shop on Christmas Eve in London, Markheim commits a dreadful act – murder. But is it just an ordinary crime? Or is there something more hidden behind it? When a mysterious man appears in the shop, Markheim must make a decision that will change his life forever. Will he choose light or darkness?

In the mysterious mountains of southern Germany, silk merchant Harris visits his old school after thirty years. What he discovers within the ancient building transcends the ordinary world, leading him into enigmatic rituals and ancient cults. Will Harris survive his encounter with the unknown and uncover the truth about the secretive worship?

"Olalla" is a dark tale of love, secrets, and heritage. In a Spanish house full of secrets, a Scottish soldier falls in love with the beautiful Olalla. But will their love survive the family's dark secrets? This is a story that will draw you into its intriguing web and won't let you escape.

When Prince Florizel becomes the prime suspect in the theft of the Rajah's Diamond, he engages in a game of cat and mouse with the Vandeleur brothers. As the prince's escapades unfold, a revolution topples the Bohemian throne, leading him down an unexpected path as a tobacco seller and bringing the story to a surprising and satisfying conclusion.

In the dimly lit streets of Victorian London, where danger lurks beneath the veneer of elegance, Prince Florizel of Bohemia and Colonel Geraldine find themselves entangled in a web of mystery and deceit. Seeking thrills beyond the confines of their privileged lives, they stumble upon an enigmatic young man, heralding the existence of the clandestine Suicide Club.

A Tale of Intrigue, Diamonds, and High Society.

Adam Salton's journey from Australia to his ancestral estate in England transforms into a sinister exploration of obsession and ancient legends. As he contends with the eccentricities of his newfound neighbors, including the pathological Edgar Caswall and the enigmatic Arabella March, Adam becomes entwined in a web of mesmerism, danger, and a legendary creature known as the White Worm. With the help of Sir Nathaniel de Salis, he must decipher the secrets shrouding Lesser Hill and confront the looming darkness in a battle that will determine the estate's fate.

"New Arabian Nights" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of short stories that were first published between 1877 and 1880. The book, inspired by the classic "One Thousand and One Nights," transports the listener to a world full of mysteries, intrigues, and adventures. In the two main story cycles, "The Suicide Club" and "The Rajah’s Diamond," we follow the fate of Prince Florizel of Bohemia and his faithful companion, Colonel Geraldine.

"A Lodging for the Night: A Story of Francis Villon" is a gripping tale set in 15th-century Paris. Francis Villon, a poet and a poor master of arts, finds himself entangled in a web of crime and desperation on a snowy November night. After witnessing a murder committed by his companions, Villon grapples with fear and moral dilemmas as he navigates the treacherous streets of Paris in search of shelter. T

A classic adventure novel about the fate of pirates searching for hidden treasure. Most of today's popular notions and myths about pirates come from this immensely popular book, including perhaps the archetypal figure of a ship's cook with a wooden leg. This book is simply a classic that one must know, essential for fans of adventure, pirates, and buried chests.

In the Latin Quarter of Paris, an American tourist is drawn into a perilous plot when a mysterious encounter leads to a dead body in his hotel room. With the help of Dr. Noel and Prince Florizel, they uncover a sinister conspiracy orchestrated by the President of the Suicide Club. As they navigate a web of treachery and deception, their lives hang in the balance as they race to expose the truth and evade danger.

A captivating journey through the gas-lit streets of Victorian London as retired soldier Lieutenant Brackenbury Rich is enticed into a mysterious world of intrigue. From an exclusive party to a daring mission led by Colonel Geraldine, Rich joins forces with Prince Florizel and Dr. Noel to ensnare the elusive President of the Suicide Club. In a high-stakes duel, secrets are unveiled, alliances tested, and destinies hang in the balance.

Francis Scrymgeour, a diligent bank clerk, uncovers shocking truths about his parentage, propelling him on a quest for answers in Paris. Amidst a family of diamond collectors and a cunning ex-dictator, Francis must navigate treacherous waters to find his place and reclaim his heritage.