The Wheel Spins is the novel about young and bright Iris Carr, who is on her way back to England after spending a holiday somewhere in the Balkans. After she is left alone by her friends, Iris catches the train for Trieste and finds company in Miss Froy, chatty elderly English woman. When she wakes up from a short nap, she discovers that her elderly travelling companion seems to have disappeared from the train. After her fellow passengers deny ever having seen the elderly lady, the young woman is on the verge of her nerves. She is helped by a young English traveler, and the two proceed to search the train for clues to the old woman's disappearance. Ethel Lina White (1876-1944) was a British crime writer, best known for her novel The Wheel Spins, on which the Alfred Hitchcock film, The Lady Vanishes, was based.

Ethel Lina White's 'The Wheel Spins' (also known as 'The Lady Vanishes') is a gripping thriller classic that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Set in the midst of a mysterious disappearance on a train journey, the novel showcases White's masterful storytelling ability and her knack for building suspense. The intricate plot twists and turns are reminiscent of the Golden Age of detective fiction, making this book a must-read for fans of the genre. White's vivid descriptions and clever characterizations create a rich and immersive literary experience that will leave readers eagerly turning the pages until the thrilling conclusion. 'The Wheel Spins' is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time and continues to captivate audiences with its thrilling narrative and expertly crafted suspense. Ethel Lina White, a British author known for her contributions to the crime and mystery genres, drew inspiration for 'The Wheel Spins' from real life events and her own experiences. Her keen eye for detail and her talent for creating intricate plots have made her a revered figure in the world of detective fiction. White's background in journalism and her passion for storytelling shine through in this novel, showcasing her skill as a masterful storyteller who knows how to keep readers guessing until the very end. I highly recommend 'The Wheel Spins' to anyone who enjoys a gripping mystery with unexpected twists and turns. Ethel Lina White's classic thriller is a masterclass in suspenseful storytelling that will leave readers spellbound from beginning to end, making it a timeless and essential addition to any mystery lover's bookshelf.

Helen Capel takes the position of lady-help in a remote country house owned by the Warren family and, before long, learns that a murderer is on the loose. All four of his victims were young girls, and the last of these was strangled in a lonely house just five miles away. Helen feels safe inside the house, protected, but the maniac is closer than she fears.

Whose truth is the lie? Stay up all night reading the sensational psychological thriller that has readers obsessed, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Too Late and It Ends With Us. #1 New York Times Bestseller · USA Today Bestseller · Globe and Mail Bestseller · Publishers Weekly Bestseller Lowen Ashleigh is a struggling writer on the brink of financial ruin when she accepts the job offer of a lifetime. Jeremy Crawford, husband of bestselling author Verity Crawford, has hired Lowen to complete the remaining books in a successful series his injured wife is unable to finish. Lowen arrives at the Crawford home, ready to sort through years of Verity’s notes and outlines, hoping to find enough material to get her started. What Lowen doesn’t expect to uncover in the chaotic office is an unfinished autobiography Verity never intended for anyone to read. Page after page of bone-chilling admissions, including Verity's recollection of the night her family was forever altered. Lowen decides to keep the manuscript hidden from Jeremy, knowing its contents could devastate the already grieving father. But as Lowen’s feelings for Jeremy begin to intensify, she recognizes all the ways she could benefit if he were to read his wife’s words. After all, no matter how devoted Jeremy is to his injured wife, a truth this horrifying would make it impossible for him to continue loving her.

This carefully crafted ebook: "Wax (British Mystery Classic)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. In a small English town of Riverpool several people were found dead in a wax museum, and a rookie journalist, Sonia Thompson, decides to solve the mystery of this notorious place. She goes to spend the night between scary wax figures and while the night slowly unfolds, the horrifying events start to occur. Frightening figures of murderers and lunatics slowly come to life. Ethel Lina White (1876-1944) was a British crime writer, best known for her novel The Wheel Spins, on which the Alfred Hitchcock film, The Lady Vanishes, was based.

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"The Third Eye" is a Gothic novel involving a lot of mystery and a romantic love story. The novel tells about Caroline Watts, a young and smart middle-class teacher who has started working mistress at an exclusive school for girls in the West of England. Yet, there is a mystery - her predecessor was found dead in bed from heart failure, and that rumor tells she had been frightened to death.