Books tagged with Fiction[1812 found]
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The Coward Behind the Curtain
by Richard Marsh
Categories: Fiction » Mystery
Raised in a convent and abruptly handed to a coarse new guardian, a sheltered young woman is drawn into a tangle of threats, vanished letters, and a murder that hides behind velvet drapes. From shuttered drawing rooms to a sinister houseboat, every ally may be a mask, every rescuer a liar, until she dares to unmask the puppeteer—and chooses courage over obedience.
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The Joss: A Reversion
by Richard Marsh
Categories: Fiction » Mystery
An uncanny idol—its jade face chipped, its history stained—passes from a London sale room into polite houses, where strange trances, animal rages, and vanishing memories follow. As a skeptical barrister hunts the truth behind a string of crimes, clues point to an older self awakening in its victims. Is the joss merely carved stone, or a key that turns men back into something darker?
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Welsh Fairy Tales
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Fiction » Children's Books
A collection of traditional tales from Wales, retold in an engaging and accessible way for a general audience, especially young readers.
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A Duel
by Richard Marsh
Categories: Fiction » Children's Books
A young doctor, driven by passion and pride, faces a mysterious rival in a deadly game of wits and honor. Set against a backdrop of Victorian intrigue, their escalating feud unravels secrets, betrayal, and forbidden love. This gripping tale of obsession and revenge explores the cost of vengeance in a world bound by rigid codes and hidden desires
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Belgian Fairy Tales
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Fiction » Children's Books
In Belgium’s enchanted forests, knights battle dragons, swan maidens cast spells, and mischievous kabouters trick villagers. Orphans like Lyderic rise to legend with magical steeds, while foxes outwit hunters. Blending Flemish and Walloon lore, these whimsical tales of ogres, fairies, and hidden treasures weave a magical world where kindness and love triumph in the Low Countries’ mystical hills
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Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Fiction » Children's Books
In old Holland’s misty canals, a proud mermaid learns humility, and greedy Klaas faces elven tricks. From goblins turned to stone to lions guarding treasures, these enchanting tales weave fairies, wooden-shoe legends, and Santa Klaas rewarding the kind. This delightful collection of Dutch lore celebrates courage and magic in tulip fields.
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Frivolities
by Richard Marsh
Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy
A lively collection of tales exploring the playful, ironic, and sometimes mischievous sides of human nature. Through humor, satire, and clever observation, it reveals the quirks, vanities, and unexpected twists that color everyday life.
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The Woman with One Hand and Mr. Ely's Engagement
by Richard Marsh
A collection of two short stories that blend elements of mystery, the supernatural, and dark romance—hallmarks of Marsh’s popular style in the late Victorian and Edwardian eras.
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A Master of Deception
by Richard Marsh
Categories: Fiction » Mystery
A charming young man, shadowed by his father's criminal legacy, weaves a perilous web of lies to chase ambition and fortune. Entangled in four passionate romances and a manipulative family plot, his deceptions spiral into fraud and murder, forcing a desperate scramble for escape. This tense thriller probes the razor edge between allure and ruin
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Amusement Only
by Richard Marsh
Categories: Fiction » Mystery
A thrilling collection of supernatural tales set in the shadowy corners of Edwardian London, where ordinary lives unravel amid ghostly apparitions, cursed objects, and inexplicable horrors. From a possessed hat unleashing chaos to a vengeful spirit haunting high society, these eerie stories blend suspense, the uncanny, and human folly, revealing the thin veil between reality and the macabre.
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Lady Athlyne
by Bram Stoker
Categories: Fiction » Romance
A romantic and suspenseful tale of love, honor, and intrigue, it follows a young woman whose life is touched by mystery and danger. Courage, wit, and loyalty guide the characters through challenges of the heart and tests of character in a gripping story.
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Swiss Fairy Tales
by William Elliot Griffis
Categories: Fiction » Children's Books
A collection of enchanting tales from Switzerland, filled with magic, adventure, and timeless lessons. From clever heroes to mystical creatures, each story captures the charm, culture, and imagination of Swiss folklore.
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Confessions of a Young Lady: Her Doings and Misdoings
by Richard Marsh
Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy
Told with wit and candor, this lively tale follows a spirited young woman as she recounts her escapades, blunders, and lessons learned in society’s spotlight. Balancing humor and heart, it offers a sharp look at ambition, romance, and the charm of youthful indiscretion.
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The Beetle: A Mystery
by Richard Marsh
A chilling tale of obsession, disguise, and supernatural menace unfolds as a mysterious figure terrorizes London. Secrets, fear, and suspense intertwine in this gripping story of intrigue, danger, and the unknown.
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Sketches in Lavender Blue and Green
by Jerome K. Jerome
Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy
A series of lighthearted and whimsical tales captures the humor and absurdities of everyday life. With gentle satire and keen observation, ordinary moments are turned into charming stories that amuse, delight, and reflect the quirks of human nature.
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Silas Marner
by George Eliot
Categories: Fiction » Coming of Age
A reclusive weaver’s life of solitude and mistrust is transformed when an unexpected child enters his world. Through love, loss, and redemption, he discovers the power of human connection and the quiet joys that can heal even the loneliest heart.
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Little Mexican And Other Stories
by Aldous Huxley
Categories: Fiction » Literature
A compelling collection of stories exploring human nature, society, and moral dilemmas. Through vivid characters and thought-provoking scenarios, it examines courage, desire, and the complexities of life with insight, wit, and subtle social commentary.
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The Snake's Pass
by Bram Stoker
A wealthy traveler journeys to a small village called Carnacliff in the west of Ireland. While exploring the beautiful but wild landscape, he becomes fascinated by local legends.
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All Roads Lead to Calvary
by Jerome K. Jerome
Categories: Fiction » Literature
A spirited young woman in pre-war England defies convention, diving into journalism and the gritty pulse of London’s social reform. As she navigates love, faith, and the scars of war, her quest for meaning clashes with society’s rigid expectations. A poignant journey of self-discovery, sacrifice, and the search for truth in a world on the brink of change
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The Lair of the White Worm
by Bram Stoker
Returning to bleak Derbyshire, a young heir is drawn into a feud between a mesmerist landowner and a pale, predatory lady whose estate hides a bottomless pit. Strange rites, a man-sized kite, and disappearances point to an ancient serpent cult coiled beneath the moor. With a mongoose, dynamite, and grim resolve, he hunts a monster that wears a human face.
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