The wrong letter

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The wrong letter

by Walter S. (Walter Sidney) Masterman

EN·~3 hours·20 chapters

Chapters

20 total
1

Contents

0:29
2

Preface

5:36
3

Chapter I. The Crime

31:14
4

Chapter II. Speculations

7:40
5

Chapter III. At the Vale

20:00
6

Chapter IV. The Missing Letter

4:15
7

Chapter V. A Mysterious Visit

13:01
8

Chapter VI. At Leveson Square

6:52
9

Chapter VII. Valuable Information

14:20
10

Chapter VIII. Enter Mr. Allery

5:49

Description

A cleverly crafted detective tale invites listeners to slip into the bright‑eyed optimism of a Dr. Watson, savoring each clue while the author gently toys with the desire to be misled. Set against the fog‑laden streets of London, the story opens with a baffling crime that spurs a cascade of speculation, mysterious visits, and shadowy encounters. From the first chapter onward, the narrative balances wit and suspense, offering a fresh take on classic whodunits without resorting to grand conspiracies or implausible twists.

As the investigation proceeds, the listener is led through a series of vivid scenes—an eerie vale, a puzzling missing letter, and a haunting apparition—that deepen the mystery while keeping the true motive just out of reach. Each episode adds a new piece to the puzzle, encouraging careful listening and a willingness to be delightfully deceived. By the time the final act approaches, the tale remains a satisfying blend of intellect and intrigue, perfect for anyone who enjoys being gently outwitted by a well‑drawn crime.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (222K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

United States: Grosset & Dunlap, 1926.

Credits

Brian Raiter

Release date

2023-06-12

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Walter S. (Walter Sidney) Masterman

1876–1946

A prolific English storyteller, he wrote eerie, offbeat mysteries that often mixed detection with horror, fantasy, or science fiction. His novels from the 1920s and 1930s are especially remembered for their strange atmosphere and locked-room style intrigue.

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