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A Bid for Fortune Or Dr Nikola's Vendetta by Guy Boothby (Original)
"It is impossible to give any idea of the verve with which the story is told. The most original novel of the year!"--The Manchester Courier."Mr. Boothby never allows the interest of their doings to drop from first page to last; and he tells his tale in a pleasant, brisk fashion that carries the reader along, and is as convincing a vehicle as could be chosen for the relation of strange adventures such as befell the hero and his friends.
Long Live the King
"Long Live the King" by Guy Boothby is a thrilling adventure mystery that immerses readers in a world of suspense, intrigue, and political conspiracy. Set against the backdrop of royalty and monarchy, Boothby's narrative weaves a gripping tale of assassination plots and secret societies.As the crown faces threats of regicide, the tension mounts, and the stakes soar. Boothby's masterful storytelling keeps readers on the edge of their seats, unraveling the mystery layer by layer as the protagonists navigate a web of danger and deception. With its blend of political intrigue and heart-pounding suspense, "Long Live the King" is a riveting thriller that showcases Boothby's prowess as a storyteller. The intricate plot twists and turns, revealing hidden agendas and unexpected alliances, while the shadow of conspiracy looms large over the monarchy. As the characters race against time to uncover the truth and protect the crown, readers are swept up in a whirlwind of excitement and danger. "Long Live the King" is a must-read for fans of adventure and mystery, offering a thrilling journey into the heart of political intrigue and royal secrets.
My Strangest Case by Guy Boothby, Fiction, Mystery & Detective
Now every detective knows -- indeed it is part of his creed -- that, in an affair such as I am describing, nothing is too minute or too trivial to have a bearing upon the case.
A Bid for Fortune Or, Dr. Nikola's Vendetta Part I
"A Bid for Fortune: Or, Dr. Nikola's Vendetta Part I" by Guy Boothby is a captivating mystery thriller set in the Victorian Era. The novel follows the enigmatic Dr. Nikola and his vendetta, intertwining elements of suspense, adventure, and intrigue. As the plot unfolds, readers are drawn into a web of mystery surrounding Dr. Nikola's quest for revenge, which leads to thrilling encounters and unexpected twists. The presence of a secret society adds layers of complexity to the narrative, keeping readers guessing until the very end. Boothby skillfully crafts a villainous antagonist in Dr. Nikola, whose cunning and manipulative nature heighten the tension and suspense throughout the story. Against the backdrop of Victorian society, the novel delves into themes of crime and justice, with a detective protagonist tasked with unraveling the truth behind Dr. Nikola's vendetta. With its gripping plot and richly drawn characters, "A Bid for Fortune" offers readers a thrilling journey through the shadowy underworld of Victorian London. It is a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense, blending elements of adventure and crime into a riveting tale of intrigue and revenge.
A Cabinet Secret
In Guy Boothby's novel 'A Cabinet Secret', set in Naples, the story begins as two men are waiting anxiously for a private steam yacht, the Princess Badroulbadour, to arrive in the harbor. They are conspiring to bring down one of the greatest empires, and the Princess carries with her an important key to their plan. This thrilling novel takes readers on a journey of conspiracy, deception, and suspense as the fate of an empire hangs in the balance.
The Childerbridge Mystery. by
Guy Newell Boothby (13 October 1867 - 26 February 1905) was a prolific Australian novelist and writer, noted for sensational fiction in variety magazines around the end of the nineteenth century. He lived mainly in England. He is best known for such works as the Dr Nikola series, about an occultist criminal mastermind who is a Victorian forerunner to Fu Manchu, and Pharos, the Egyptian, a tale of Gothic Egypt, mummies' curses and supernatural revenge. Rudyard Kipling was his friend and mentor, and his books were remembered with affection by George Orwell Boothby was born in Adelaide to a prominent family in the recently established British colony of South Australia.[2] His father was Thomas ...
Delphi Collected Works of Guy Boothby (Illustrated)
A prolific Australian novelist, Guy Boothby was noted for sensational fiction in variety magazines around the end of the nineteenth century. His most famous creation is Dr. Nikola, an occultist criminal mastermind, who serves as a Victorian forerunner to Fu Manchu. This comprehensive eBook presents Boothby’s collected works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts appearing in digital print for the first time, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Boothby’s life and works * Concise introductions to key novels * All of the Doctor Nikola books * 26 novels, with individual contents tables * Includes rare ...
A Prince of Swindlers
Reproduction of the original: A Prince of Swindlers by Guy Boothby
A Bid for Fortune
Boothby's Nikola may be the world's first modern super villain: he is a master of hypnotism and mind control, a telepathic adept, and an astral projectionist. He can cause ordinary men to see images in pools of liquid, and prophesy into the future. It's said that he knows the hour, moment and method of his own demise.
