The Penitent Thief
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 2 of the Agora Mysteries series
A string of thefts ends in a grisly murder. Certain evidence leads Captain Barnwell to suspect a former thief, Rutherford Nordlinger as the culprit. Carl Brooke becomes personally involved as Nordlinger's guilt is questioned. - In the style of Arthur Conan Doyle, Clay Boutwell brings back the Agora Society and its premiere scholar, Carl Brooke.
The Peace Party Massacre
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 3 of the Agora Mysteries series
Kidnapped! An honorable man has gone missing and his wife is not in the least helpful. The sheriff dithers and every day brings death closer to reality.
It is late 1865. After hostilities cease, the Agora Society, led by the indomitable Carl Brooke, sends a group to aid the reconstruction of Wilmington Port in North Carolina and to encourage its sister society, the Nec Temere.
Unknown to the volunteers, a heinous crime has been committed, creating a greater urgency for the Agora's more ... colorful services.
This is a story of a near death, a murder, and the letter that introduces Carl Brooke to "the figure that looms so vividly" in his nightmares.
The Curse of the Mad Sheik
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 4 of the Agora Mysteries series
"There it was again. A moment, a flash, something indescribable and so quickly discarded that one would feel obliged to disbelieve one's own eyes had it not become inescapable by multiple repetition in my presence." Murder and intrigue abound. At the center of it all appears a mysterious sheik and his cursed ruby. - In the style of Arthur Conan Doyle, Clay Boutwell brings back the Agora Society and its premiere scholar, Carl Brooke.
The Captain's Play
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 5 of the Agora Mysteries series
"On more than one occasion," said the captain, "input from the esteemed members of the Agora Society has aided our investigations. Furthermore, in at least one case, the Agora's contribution led directly to the apprehension of a murderer." "Hear, hear!" Shouted Otto, the decidedly least reserved member of our little group. The rest of us clapped politely and softly lest we further fanned the flames of dear Otto's enthusiasm. "However, with your permission, today, I shall do a new thing." The club quieted down to hear of this new thing. - Captain Barnwell, a long-time honorary member of the Agora Society, presents to the members a solved case one clue at a time. Three suspects. One murderer. Who is the murderer and why?
Eggs over Arsenic
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 7 of the Agora Mysteries series
An art critic is brutally murdered and the subject of his last review is suspected. Did the artist do it or was it one of the family members-all of whom had motive and opportunity? Join Carl Brooke and Captain Barnwell as they uncover the clues and weed through the red herrings to discover the surprising identity of the murderer.
Remember Thy Oath
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 8 of the Agora Mysteries series
A hidden identity. A mysterious priest. An oath left unfulfilled. Edison, the most proper member of the Agora Society, hides a past he thought was long buried. The sudden appearance of a strange priest, however, reveals secrets that demand Edison honor an oath made long ago. With news of the imminent arrival of assassins, can the members of the Agora Society and Captain Barnwell discover the truth in time to save a friend?
The Felled Crabapple Tree
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery Novella
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 9 of the Agora Mysteries series
The loveliest creature on earth ... a dark secret ... and the felled crabapple tree.
An anonymous telegram introduces Carl Brooke to both his future wife and her conflicted brother. Long buried secrets from the Civil War threaten to come to the forefront with the discovery of a deliberately cut tree. As he tugs at the loose threads, Carl discovers the presence of a mysterious one-legged man and the possible reemergence of his nemesis, Thomas Drake.
The Eye of Bennu
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery Novella
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 10 of the Agora Mysteries series
Reeling from the horrific pain of the loss of Anne, his wife, Carl Brooke must face his ultimate nemesis, Thomas Drake. Did Drake play a hand in Anne's death? Can Carl stop Drake before he harms his daughter, Mary?
Join Carl Brooke and Captain Barnwell on their final adventure together.
Beautiful Dreamer
A 19th Century Historical Murder Mystery Novella
by Clay Boutwell
read by Clay Boutwell
Part 11 of the Agora Mysteries series
A woman enters the Boston Police Department, presenting to Sergeant Sully a bloodied knife and a confession she had committed murder. The body was indeed discovered where she said it would be and the knife was confirmed to be the murder weapon. Only one problem with her story: She could not have done it.