
On a moonlit night in the South Pacific, a lone watchman prowls the deck of the research vessel Sea Nymph, his thoughts drifting between the glittering sea and the shadowed hills of a mysterious island. When a young woman in a midnight‑blue dressing gown steps out of her sleep‑like trance, she and the watchman—Johnny—share a sudden fascination with a strange green light pulsing from the distant shore. Together they speculate that the flickering beacon is a secret signal, perhaps a warning or an invitation, and they vow to keep its meaning hidden from the rest of the crew.
As the ship drifts in calm waters, the pair’s curiosity deepens, drawing them into a quiet rivalry of observation and deduction. Their banter hints at past storms, exotic locales, and the enigmatic professor who leads the expedition, while the elusive “green arrow” remains just out of reach. Listeners will be drawn into the suspenseful atmosphere of a tropical night where every flash of light could herald an adventure—or a danger—yet to be revealed.
Full title
Sign of the Green Arrow A Mystery Story
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (176K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2014-02-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1878–1959
Best known for fast-moving mysteries and adventures for younger readers, this prolific American writer turned out dozens of stories filled with treasure hunts, danger, and resourceful young heroes. His books helped shape early 20th-century juvenile series fiction and are still enjoyed today through many public-domain editions.
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