Scarhaven Keep, J. S. Fletcher
Scarhaven Keep, J. S. Fletcher
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Scarhaven Keep

Author: J. S. Fletcher

Narrator: John Rayburn

Unabridged: 8 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/27/2023

Synopsis

Scarhaven Keep is a classic mystery for young adults. When a famous actor goes missing, the search leads playwright Richard Copplestone to the seaside town of Scarhaven. Every clue seems to bring about more questions as the intrigue goes much deeper than anyone suspects. Copplestone uncovers layer after layer of dark secrets, many of them involving the attractive Audrey Greyle and her family. If Copplestone does not discover the truth soon, he risks endangering the lives of the friends he has made in Scarhaven, including Audrey. Fans of golden-era mysteries will delight in J. S. Fletcher’s story, a tightly plotted page-turner set in a coastal region of northern England. Several friends and business associates of the missing actor set out to track him down. The trail leads to nearby Scarhaven, where the details of a nefarious plot begin to be revealed. It’s all here for listening pleasure.

About J. S. Fletcher

Joseph Smith Fletcher (1863–1935) was a British journalist and author. He wrote more than 230 books on a wide variety of subjects, both fiction and nonfiction. He was one of the leading writers of detective fiction in the Victorian golden age of the short story.

About John Rayburn

John Rayburn (1927–2024) was a veteran of over sixty years in broadcasting. He served as a news/sports anchor and show host, and his TV newscast achieved the largest share of audience figures of any major-market TV newscast in the nation. John was a member of the Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame. He was well suited to bring fascinating stories to life concerning the people, places, and things that combine to present lively observations of our day-to-day lives.

Reviews

Goodreads review by John on April 15, 2013

Another excellent free download from Kindle. Fletcher can usually be relied on to come up with a few different twists. Very difficult to review this book thoroughly without spoiling the plot. I enjoyed it very much and I recommend it to Golden Age British Detective fans.......more

Goodreads review by mzbeastle on November 19, 2020

My favorite books are written around the turn of the 20th century. Love the way the stories are constructed, the intrigue, the understated mystery - great stuff! This author is my go-to when I need a break from the monotony of action thrillers (sounds contradictory, but one becomes inured to the sam......more

Goodreads review by Joan on February 19, 2011

A classic 1920's mystery novel. There is a love interest, action, and an interesting twist. Worth reading......more

Goodreads review by Julia on June 16, 2016

This is a fun mystery, taking place in the early 1920's in Northern England. A famous actor goes missing, and many confusing facts keep popping up as a small group of interested persons search for answers. Ancient dwellings provide hiding places and pitfalls for danger, a good-natured poacher who li......more

Goodreads review by Martina on August 02, 2017

Non c'è enigma. SPOILER La vera identità di Marston Greyle si capisce subito (o meglio che lui non è il vero M.G.). Dopo di che, il libro diventa un giallo fatto di inseguimenti, avventure, naufragi su isole deserte, rincorse fra "guardie e ladri" per trovare il malloppo. Il coinvolgimento di Addie C......more

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