{"title":"Historical Mysteries and Thrillers","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Historical Mysteries and Thrillers Collection at Books2Door!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into a world of suspense and intrigue with our captivating Historical Mysteries and Thrillers collection. This hand picked selection combines historical fiction's rich, immersive settings with the gripping elements of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/crime-thrillers-mystery-books\"\u003emystery and thriller genres\u003c\/a\u003e, offering readers a thrilling blend of historical detail and giving you great edge-of-your-seat excitement. Ready to embark on a journey through time and uncover past secrets?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Historical Mysteries and Thrillers collection features riveting tales that transport you to different eras, where history meets suspense, and every turn of the page brings new twists and turns. 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Under Elizabeth’s rule, loyalty is bought with blood…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn astrological phenomenon heralds the dawn of a new age and Queen Elizabeth’s throne is in peril. As Mary Stuart’s supporters scheme to usurp the rightful monarch, a young maid of honour is murdered, occult symbols carved into her flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Queen’s spymaster, Francis Walsingham, calls on maverick agent Giordano Bruno to infiltrate the plotters and secure the evidence that will condemn them to death.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBruno is cunning, but so are his enemies. His identity could be exposed at any moment. The proof he seeks is within his grasp. 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And as he tracks a murderer through its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edangerous streets, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethe future of England itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConspiracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePARIS, 1585. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA KING WITHOUT AN HEIR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGiordano Bruno arrives in Paris to find a city on the edge of catastrophe. King Henry III lives in fear of a coup by the fanatical Catholic League and another massacre on the streets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA DEADLY CONSPIRACY IN PLAY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen murder strikes at the heart of the Palace, Bruno finds himself on the trail of a killer who hides a terrible secret. 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His elaborate plans and attention to detail add glamour to the masterful thief. This series of short stories, written by Maurice Leblanc in 1907, is a superb introduction to the capers of the fictional Lupin, paving the way for the popular books that bear his name.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Confessions of Arsène Lupin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eArsène Lupin, the enigmatic gentleman thief, is in the mood to confess! Fathom the mind of this wily figure who hatches the most devious and triumphant schemes, through ten thrilling short stories. Lupin conjures the most artful plots to baffle both the police as well as the rogues, running them in pretty circles. His quick and agile mind often leads him to unravelling situations that confound those in law enforcement. A scoundrel he may be, but Lupin's chivalry and honour have led him to many an adventure in the deliverance of the fairer sex, and in acts of charity and compassion. Arsene Lupin's exploits seem to wear an almost supernatural garb. How does he accomplish them? Is it truly something magical? Or is it merely luck? Or is it the brilliance of an incisive mind with the glitter of steel shavings?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crystal Stopper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIt all begins with a botched robbery... And Arsene Lupin, the charismatic gentleman burglar, is propelled down the rabbit hole in search of a crystal stopper. Inspired by the Panama Canal Scandal, the gigantic monetary corruption scandal of the 19th century, this absorbing tale is a warren of emotion, exasperation, failure, rage and frustration. Lupin finds himself in the vise-like grip of a mindboggling plot, running against time and luck to save those who are at stake. Pitted against a diabolical villain, Lupin seems precariously perched on a slippery slope towards doom. Will Lupin find a way out of this dangerous maze? Or will this exploit spell the end of this nimble thief and adventurer?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Eight Strokes Of The Clock\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLurking in the shadows, within reach of every whisper and every riddle, is a mysterious and inscrutable presence! The bold adventurer is on the road once again, seeking to resolve the bewildering machinations of man. On this journey he is not alone, but accompanied by a comely comrade who shares in the excitement, ecstasy and periis\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eof this hazardous road. It all begins with the eight strokes of a clock, and a  roposition! The eight stories that unfold from this moment will keep the reader on edge with their energy, mounting thrills and the many twists and turns. They will also offer the reader\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ea glimpse into the heart of our perplexing hero. But who is he? Is it Prince Renine? Or is it Arsene Lupin himself, incognito?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Golden Triangle The Return of Arsène Lupin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAmidst a country preparing for war, a story of bewildering proportions is set to play out. It was around half-past six in the evening, and in the deepening gloom a young lady is discreetly shadowed by a group of crippled soldiers. An act, a moment, that was the beginning of an adventure utterly unsympathetic and lethal. The story develops into a twisted, nail-biting saga of love, hate, revenge, espionage, treason and gold. As the body count rises and the plot thickens, a message is sent out to the ingenious gentleman burglar and the riddle master, Arsène Lupin! Will he come? Will he be in time?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Secret of Sarek\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA blood-curdling tale spun from a medieval prophecy! First published in the year 1919, the book seems to hold within its pages all the dread and horror of the war gone by. The long-buried secret of Sarek, recalled in terrified whispers and hair-raising visions by its inhabitants, comes to life with chilling consequences. It enshrouds the region in pain and fear. Travel a path littered with coffins, splattered with the blood of the victims, rent with the shrieks of the tortured, and wet with the tears of the  urvivors. This dark and melancholic narrative cries out for a saviour, a hero... for hope.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere is Arsène Lupin? Can he not hear the screams?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hollow Needle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA secret of Marie Antoinette that lay hidden in the folds of a book for years. A series of craftily planned and executed thefts at a castle. The abduction of Raymonde, a young aristocratic woman. The hidden and fiercely guarded secrets of the treasures\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eof the kings of France. What ties all these threads together? The gentleman burglar, Arsène Lupin has to deal with not one but two formidable adversaries -- the celebrated detective Holmlock Shears and an incredibly clever schoolboy Isidore\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeautrelet. With double trouble at every turn, will Lupin be able to outwit them? Who among them will discover the secret of the Hollow Needle first? Does Ganimard manage to foil Lupin's plans when he joins hands with the talented schoolboy? Has Isidore taken on more than he should have in his young life? With the action-packed story that has a deep historical anchor, the climax brings a tragedy as gunshots are fired and one bullet finds a victim.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArsène Lupin VS Herlock Sholmes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eArsène Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes is the second book in the Arsène Lupin stories written by Maurice Leblanc. The battle of wits between Lupin and the celebrated English detective Herlock Sholmes is closely, followed by all of France. In a game of one-upmanship that keeps the readers engaged in two adventures, until the last minute it is a game that either adversary could win. Is the Lady with distinctive blonde hair a killer? Who does she work for? Has Lupin finally met his match in Herlock?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArsène Lupin 813\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe intriguing title —813-is a cryptic clue in a clock that lies at the heart of a political mystery. Arsene Lupin finds himself tangled-up in this web during a routine theft. The death of his victim, a South African billionaire — Rudolf Kesselbach — makes him the number one suspect for the murder. Will Lupin be able to prove his innocence to M. Lenormand? Is L.M. the real murderer? Were diamonds the real reason for Kesselbach's murder? Public outrage and a cat and mouse game between the police\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand the villains keeps the general populace entertained. A series of murders, suicides and intrigues, where L.M. seems to always be a few steps ahead of Lupin makes the gentleman burglar doubt his own abilities. Has he finally met his match?\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Teeth Of The Tiger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tonight!\" he moaned, believing that he was making himself heard and that he was in the secretary's room. \"Tonight! The job is fixed for tonight! You'll see ... The mark of the teeth! ... It's awful! ... Oh, the pain I'm in! ... It's the poison! Save me! Help!\" The voice died away. He repeated several times, as though in a nightmare: “The teeth! The teeth! They're closing!\" An astonishing inheritance and a series of uncanny murders... Like puppets on a string, the oblivious victims are drawn into a whirlwind of treacherous plots and shadowy players. The conspiracy has the police by the throat, as suspects fall with unnatural accuracy. Will the murk be lifted before the teeth close in with mechanical precision, yet again?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-isbn=\"9788195094806\" class=\"goodreadr\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wilco Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40254702256307,"sku":"B2D3619","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/6874\/1219\/products\/B2D3619ArseneLupin10Books-Thumbnail.jpg?v=1628074604"},{"product_id":"the-sherlock-holmes-children-s-collection-30-books-box-set-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-ages-7-9-paperback","title":"The Sherlock Holmes Children's Collection 30 Books Box Set By Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Ages 7-9 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/sherlock-holmes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSherlock Holmes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 30-Book Collection for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.books2door.com\/collections\/kids-books\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eChildren\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the iconic detective's most famous cases. 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The Devil's Foot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e28. The Creeping Man\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e29. The Second Stain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30. The Lion's Mane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSir Arthur Conan Doyle, the ingenious author behind the Sherlock Holmes series, was not only a prolific writer but also a medical doctor, athlete, and adventurer. His unique blend of scientific knowledge and creative storytelling allowed him to craft a character like Sherlock Holmes, who captivates readers of all ages. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1859, Conan Doyle's fascination with detective work and mystery led him to create the iconic detective duo Holmes and Watson. 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But could this apparent crime of passion have been something more evil and premeditated altogether?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndless Night\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA faithful picture strip adaptation of Agatha Christie’s famous 1960s thriller, in which a man buys a piece of land that appears to be cursed…\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGipsy's Acre is a truly beautiful place. In fact, it is the perfect location to build the house of your dreams - so long as you don't believe in ancient curses. Michael and Ellie don't. They are young, rich and far too happy to be put off by an old woman's warnings. 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