
Nick Carter, the ever‑resourceful private eye, is drawn into a puzzling case that starts around a casual poker table. A sudden death turns the friendly game into a deadly mystery, and Carter’s keen eye begins to piece together the hidden motives behind the cards. Listeners are invited to watch his methodical reasoning as each clue unfolds.
The investigation quickly spirals into a maze of secret offers, shadowy figures, and unexpected betrayals, hinted at by chapter titles like “The White Feather” and “A Secret Offer.” Carter must navigate false leads, confront dangerous opponents, and outwit a clever adversary who seems always one step ahead. The story balances tense action with sharp deduction, making every moment a mental duel for the audience.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (362K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
David Edwards, Nahum Maso i Carcases, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Release date
2020-06-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

Best known as the house name behind many early Nick Carter detective stories, this byline covered a fast-moving stream of dime novels and pulp adventures that helped shape popular mystery fiction. Rather than one single writer, it was used by several contributors working on the long-running series.
View all books