Mystery & Thriller Audiobooks

[German] - Folge 12: Der Bankraub in der Baker Street

"David, Jonas und Emma erleben wieder einmal ein wahres Verbrechen mit, wie man es sich für einen Film nicht besser ausdenken könnte. Eine Bande von gerissenen Einbrechern gräbt einen Tunnel in den Tresorraum einer Londoner Bank. Doch dabei ahnen sie nicht, dass ihre Funksprüche zufällig von der Polizei im Radio mitgehört werden können. Nun beginnt ein Rennen gegen die Zeit. Können die Räuber noch entkommen, bevor die Polizei die richtige Bank gefunden hat? Und auch in der echten Welt spitzt sich die Lage zu, denn David, Jonas und Emma stehen vor der größten Bedrohung seit der Erschaffung ihres Zauberbuches."

Wolfgang Adenberg (Author), Julian Greis, Katharina Gast, Tim Kreuer (Narrator)

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[German] - The Girls I've been: Du glaubst du kennst mich? Falsch gedacht

"Drei Teens. Zwei Bankräuber. Ein Ausweg. Rebecca, Samantha, Haley, Katie, Ashley – Nora musste schon viele Mädchen sein. Denn sie ist die Tochter einer Trickbetrügerin, die mit ihrer Hilfe kriminelle Biedermänner ausnimmt. Mit zwölf gelingt Nora die Flucht aus diesem Leben. Doch fünf Jahre später holt die Vergangenheit sie ein, als sie mit ihren besten Freunden Wes (ihr Ex) und Iris (ihre neue Liebe) in einen Banküberfall gerät. Die brutalen Gangster erwarten keinen Widerstand. Nichts hat sie auf Nora vorbereitet – oder auf die Tricks, die sie und ihre Alter Egos auf Lager haben. Ein raffiniertes Katz-und-Maus-Spiel beginnt."

Tess Sharpe (Author), Denise Monteiro (Narrator)

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The Highwaymen

"Immerse yourself in the hauntingly beautiful world of “The Highwaymen' by Lord Dunsany, a mesmerizing short story that transports listeners to a realm of solitude and yearning. As the night blankets the landscape, Tom, an enigmatic figure, hangs from a noose amidst the blackened downs and whispering winds. His longing to escape the earthly realm and enter the gates of Paradise tugs at the heartstrings, while the ethereal imagery of white recumbent sheep and distant hamlets shrouded in mist paints a vivid portrait of a world between worlds. When Tom’s soul is rescued by loyal but rascally friends in the dead of night, he is able to finally find peace. With prose that dances like the wind, this timeless tale beckons listeners to reflect on the depths of the human spirit and the eternal yearning for something beyond the tangible. Lose yourself in the atmospheric beauty of “The Highwaymen,' an audiobook experience that will leave you enchanted and contemplating the mysteries of existence."

Lord Dunsany (Author), R. Douglas Patten (Narrator)

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The Masque of the Red Death

"Dive into Edgar Allan Poe's chilling tale of gothic horror, 'The Masque of the Red Death.' As the Red Death epidemic rages, Prince Prospero retreats to his abbey, hosting a lavish masquerade ball to escape the horrors outside. But an unexpected guest, shrouded in red, disrupts their illusion of safety, leading them on a nightmarish descent. With expert narration capturing Poe's macabre essence, this audiobook explores themes of mortality and the futile pursuit of escape. Prepare for an unforgettable journey into darkness, dancing and death."

Edgar Allan Poe (Author), R. Douglas Patten (Narrator)

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Sea Curse

"Embark on the dark tale of “Sea Curse” by renowned author Robert E. Howard. Set in the rugged coastal village of Faring town, this gripping tale follows the fates of sailors John Kulrek and Lie-lip Canool. They are reckless and dangerous men who are feared and admired by the people of Faring town. When they commit a heinous act against Moll Farrell's niece, the villagers are too afraid to do anything about it, allowing the men to continue their reign of terror unchecked. However, Moll Farrell is not one to be trifled with, and she unleashes a supernatural force against the two men in the form of a curse predicting their deaths to stalk them. Prepare for a riveting journey of dangerous fate in “Sea Curse' a captivating audiobook that will leave you on the edge of your seat."

Robert E. Howard (Author), R. Douglas Patten (Narrator)

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Hop-Frog

"Immerse yourself in the haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe with 'Hop-Frog,' a chilling tale of revenge, resilience, and the limits of human cruelty. Set in a medieval court, this mesmerizing short story follows the plight of Hop-Frog, a dwarf jester subjected to relentless mockery and abuse. When his beloved Trippetta is dishonored, Hop-Frog orchestrates a macabre masquerade that will forever change the lives of those who have wronged him. With its vivid imagery, dark atmosphere, and a gripping narrative that explores the depths of the human spirit, 'Hop-Frog' is an auditory masterpiece that will send shivers down your spine and leave you questioning the boundaries of justice and vengeance"

Edgar Allan Poe (Author), R. Douglas Patten (Narrator)

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Count Magnus

"Step into the haunting world of M.R. James with 'Count Magnus,' a chilling audiobook that will send shivers down your spine. As one of James's most renowned ghost stories, this eerie tale follows the journey of Mr. Wraxall, an antiquary with a morbid fascination for the past. When he stumbles upon the name of Count Magnus de la Gardie, a notorious historical figure, Wraxall's relentless curiosity leads him to uncover a malevolent secret lurking within the dark corridors of a Swedish manor. Expertly narrated, this atmospheric masterpiece will transport listeners into a realm of ancient horrors, where the line between history and nightmare becomes dangerously blurred."

M.R. James (Author), R. Douglas Patten (Narrator)

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The After the Sirens

"When Cate’s parents derail her perfect NYC life with their monumentally ill-timed divorce, she kind of loses it. By the time she gets it together, she’s in Miami with no friends and none of the classes and activities she imagined for her senior year of high school. So, she decides to blow it all up. Do something that defies everyone’s expectations. A chance encounter with an EMS crew at the scene of an accident leads her to start training as an EMT while riding the city ambulances at night. Admittedly, she doesn’t understand any of this world. Not the people, not the rules, not the sense of humor. But she hangs in and surprises herself with some previously unknown talents and even a little gut instinct. The more EMS takes over her life, the more she questions whether going back to New York and back to her old life is really what she wants. Until her complicated relationship with Adrian, a high school classmate and fellow EMT, leads her to take bigger and bigger risks to find the life she was meant to lead. Together they try to figure it all out—high school, friends, parents, the future … and how to be an EMT and not kill anyone."

Sharon Farrell (Author), Brittany Pressley (Narrator)

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Take

"Two teens uncover a secret hidden in the Cascade Mountains that spans generations, stringing together family skeletons, lost stories, and a discovery of love and self in this tense and emotional young adult thriller with "great holds, great movement, and a worthwhile finish" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). Cara is on the cusp of adventure. Unlike her best friends, she doesn't want to go to college, she wants different kinds of challenges. And anyway, home just doesn't fit anymore. She is growing distant from her friends and hasn't spoken to her father in eons. To make matters worse, her ex-boyfriend and fellow climber, Nat, has popped back into town after breaking up with her over text. So it's the perfect time to leave, and she has big plans for a gap year to rock-climb in Patagonia. But when Cara hears that her father is actually missing, things change. While trying to track him down, she discovers a trail of clues centering around the history and life of the legendary mountaineer, outdoorsman, author, and all-around climber (or "dirtbag"), Beckett Friedrichs. And unfortunately, the only person who knows enough about Friedrichs to make sense of any of this is Nat. Their search for Cara's father will lead into the Cascade Mountains, up a harrowing rock face, and through time as Nat and Cara explore the history of World War II with the impact of Pearl Harbor and its Japanese Incarceration Camps, Cara's family, and each other."

Jennifer Bradbury (Author), Matt Pittenger, Sura Siu (Narrator)

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The Wicked Unseen

"The new girl in town is having trouble fitting into a community that believes there's a secret Satanic cult conducting rituals in the woods. When her crush goes missing, she starts to wonder if the town's obsession with evil isn't covering up something far worse. Perfect for fans of Fear Street! From the moment Audre arrives in rural Pennsylvania, it's clear she won't fit in. After all, her nose ring, her horror movie obsession, and her family's Ouija board collection aren't likely to endear her to a town convinced there's a secret Satanic cult conducting rituals in the nearby woods. When the preacher's daughter and Audre's crush, Elle, goes missing on Halloween weekend, the town is quick to point fingers in Audre's direction. With the cops busy harassing her family for being nonbelievers and everyone else convinced demons are to blame, Audre realizes she might be the only person who can find her friend. But the deeper Audre digs, the weirder it gets. Has Elle fallen victim to a Satanic ritual, or is the town's obsession with the occult covering up something even more sinister?"

Gigi Griffis (Author), Elena Rey, Jorjeana Marie (Narrator)

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Manslaughter Park

"In this queer retelling of the classic novel and third book in Tirzah Price's Jane Austen Murder Mystery series, Mansfield Park is the center of a deadly accident (or is it?). Perfect for fans of the Lady Janies and Stalking Jack the Ripper. Aspiring artist Fanny Price is an unwelcome guest at her uncle Sir Thomas Bertram’s estate. It’s his affection for Fanny that’s keeping her from being forced out by her cousins Tom and Maria and nasty Aunt Norris, back to a home to which she never wants to return. But then Sir Thomas dies in a tragic accident inside his art emporium, and Fanny finds evidence of foul play that, if revealed, could further jeopardize her already precarious position. Edmund, her best friend and secret crush, urges Fanny to keep quiet about her discovery, but Fanny can’t ignore the truth: a murderer is among them. Determined to find the killer, Fanny’s pursuit for justice has her wading into the Bertram family business, uncovering blackmail, and brushing with London’s high society when Henry and Mary Crawford arrive at Mansfield Park with an audacious business proposal. But a surprising twist of fate—and the help of local legends Lizzie Bennett and Fitzwilliam Darcy—brings Fanny more complications than she ever expected and a life-altering realization about herself she never saw coming. “Pride and Premeditation is a romantic and entertaining page-turner, sure to delight readers of any genre.” —Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series "

Tirzah Price (Author), Morag Sims (Narrator)

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Some Shall Break

"This electrifying, chilling sequel to the New York Times bestselling thriller None Shall Sleep focuses on junior FBI consultants Travis Bell and Emma Lewis with a new case that may unravel everything they've been working for.  After a harrowingly close contact with juvenile sociopath Simon Gutmunsson, junior FBI consultants Emma Lewis and Travis Bell went their separate ways: Emma rejected her Quantico offer and Travis stayed to train within a new unit of the FBI Behavioral Science division. But the unit's latest case is feeling eerily familiar and Kristin Gutmunsson-Simon Gutmunsson's eccentric twin-reaches out to Travis to send a warning: Emma is in peril.   When Travis and Kristin turn up evidence that points back to Daniel Huxton, the serial killer that Emma had escaped, things become more complicated. With a copycat on the loose, Emma returns to Quantico and is thrown back into her past traumas. Compelled to prevent more tragedy-even if it means putting herself in danger-Emma turns to Simon for help once again. But Simon is keeping secrets that could impact their entire investigation. Will the team be able to stop the Huxton copycat before time runs out for his next victims?"

Ellie Marney (Author), Christine Lakin, Jake Abel (Narrator)

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