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What if German forces landed on the east coast of England and advanced on London while the British were struggling to mount a counter-attack? That’s premise of William Le Queux’s The Invasion of 1910, one of the most popular "invasion fiction" novels of all time. The novel revolves around Germany’s rising naval power and its threat to a weak Britain, unprepared for war politically, physically and psychologically. As the Germans occupy half of London, a junior Parliamentarian declares "Britain is not defeated." A newly formed Army liberates London, but the war is far from over.

Uncover the tantalizing mystery of wealth, deceit, and danger with bachelors Gilbert Greenwood and Reginald Seton. When Greenwood stumbles upon a man and his daughter after a fox hunt, his life takes an unexpected turn as he delves into their quest for a secret capable of unimaginable wealth. The man, Burton Blair, soon amasses his fortune, but dies under suspicious circumstances. His daughter Mabel, Greenwood, and Seton find themselves caught in a web of mystery involving an unknown executor of Blairs will and a cryptic code. Is this code the key to Blairs sudden prosperity? Is Mabel as ...

In this imagined war, coalition forces led by Russia and France invade Britain and make several early advances, but the Germans land in Britain as allies and help to repulse the invasion. The brave English patriots, together with German soldiers, try to turn the tide. Written 20 years before the start of World War I in 1914, Le Queux’s novel is considered to have influenced many subsequent works, including H. G. Wells’s The War of the Worlds.

In Whither Thou Goest, love and danger collide when young Guy Saxham defies his father to marry the woman he loves—only to be sent into the heart of political turmoil in Madrid. As he becomes entangled in anarchist plots and hunted by a vengeful woman, his journey is fraught with peril and thrilling escapes. This gripping novel is perfect for fans of historical romance and intrigue.

To allow so young and delicate a girl to tramp England aimlessly in search of some vague and secret information which seemed to be her erratic father's object, was, we decided, an utter impossibility; therefore, following that night of our first meeting at Helpstone, Burton and his daughter remained our guests for a week, and, after many consultations and some little economies, we were at last successful in placing Mabel at school, a service for which we later received her heartfelt thanks.

How to describe this book? In a word - savage. For those regular LibriVox Le Queux mystery listeners, this book is a step in a different direction by the author. The book starts out like most Le Queux. Our hero, Richard Scarsmere, befriends an individual (Omar) at an English boarding school who turns out to be an African prince from a kingdom called Mo. Omar receives a visit from one of his mother’s trusted advisers. His mother, the Great White Queen, seeks him to return home immediately. Omar convinces Scarsmere to return to Africa with him.

Frank Urwin and Richard Cleugh are two bachelor journalists sharing a flat in London. One evening while chatting, Urwin receives a telegram from a police acquaintance to come to the local police station at once. Urwin visits Inspector Patterson who is greatly agitated. Patterson invites Urwin for a drink and tells him of a strange occurrence at a local house. The two visit the house where they discover a dead young male and attractive young female. For some reason, Patterson is reluctant to report the apparent murders.

Edward Royle is the head of a well-known chemical manufacturer in England, which he has inherited. He is engaged to the daughter of his father’s former partner, Phrida Shand, who lives with her mother. One night he is asked by his friend, Sir Digby Kemsley - a very famous railroad engineer, to come to his flat to discuss something although Kemsley is quite mysterious on the telephone. Royle visits, then returns home only to be summoned again by Kemsley, this time imploring him to return at once. Royle finds a gentleman in Kemsley’s place who is clearly not Kemsley, or is he?

Dive into the intriguing world of Michael Berrington, a London bachelor, who stumbles upon a mystery that unravels his quiet life. Captivated by an enigmatic character, Gastrell, mentioned in a conversation at his club, Berrington finds himself irresistibly drawn into a labyrinth of secrets and scandals. His fiancé, Dulcie Challoner, befriends a wealthy widow, Mrs. Connie Stapleton, who seemingly has ties with Gastrell, further deepening the mystery. Berringtons world soon spirals into a whirlwind of daring robberies, horrific murders, cryptic codes, and mind-bending control. The plot ...

When the British Consulate in Leghorn falls victim to a puzzling burglary, and an enigmatic English yacht pays an unexpected visit, it sparks an enthralling journey of espionage and hidden criminal machinations. This thrilling tale sweeps the reader from London to Scotland, and finally to the oppressed lands of Finland, under the harsh rule of imperial Russia. Our protagonist is a man of exceptional acumen, a precursor to the likes of Double O Seven, who finds himself pushed to his limits as he navigates this web of intrigue and deception to uncover the truth. - Summary by Nicholas Clifford

Journey alongside George Ewart, a car enthusiast who unknowingly steps into a world of intrigue and mystery when he accepts a job as the chauffeur for the enigmatic Italian aristocrat, Count Bindo di Ferraris. Ewarts thrill of driving the luxurious, powerful Napier touring car is soon overshadowed by the Counts enigmatic activities. Why is the Count constantly visiting Europes wealthy and sometimes dangerous elite? What secret mission has the Count undertaken, and what will Ewart do when he uncovers the truth? Join us in unfolding this compelling tale. - Summary by Steven Seitel

William Le Queux (1864 - 1927) was an Anglo-French journalist and writer, diplomat, traveller, flying buff and wireless pioneer who broadcast music from his own station long before radio was generally available. He was phenomenally successful as a novelist and short story writer, and many of his tales are based on his own exploits, albeit vastly exaggerated.

Dive into the enigmatic world of William Le Queux, a British novelist known for his riveting mysteries. His life itself is shrouded in mystery, with rumours about him being a spy or merely a master self-promoter. In Czars Spy, Le Queux crafts a thrilling tale of espionage and conspiracy that traverses the breadth of Europe. Experience high-stakes adventure filled with shootings, heists, romance, prison escapes, and baffling conspiracies that will keep you guessing until the very end. Will you crack the case or be left puzzled by this captivating whodunit? The truth awaits you in the final ...

William Le Queux (1864 - 1927) was an Anglo-French journalist and writer, diplomat, traveller, flying buff and wireless pioneer who broadcast music from his own station long before radio was generally available. He was phenomenally successful as a novelist and short story writer, and many of his tales are based on his own exploits, albeit vastly exaggerated.

Invasion is a gripping pre-World War I novel imagining a German invasion of England. Written as a "what if" scenario, this book warns of the consequences of military unpreparedness and tells the story of a desperate resistance movement fighting to reclaim London.

Stolen Souls is a gripping collection of 14 of William le Queux’s best mystery stories. From espionage to crime thrillers, these tales of deception, intrigue, and unexpected twists will keep listeners on the edge of their seats. If you love classic detective stories filled with suspense and cunning criminals, this collection is for you.

The blind man was well aware that her reply was but a subterfuge. Little, however, did he dream the cause. Little did he know that a dark shadow had fallen upon the young girl's life - a shadow of evil. "Gabrielle," he said in a low, intense voice, "why aren't you open and frank with me as you once used to be? Remember that you, my daughter, are my only friend!".

Le Queux (1864-1927) was an Anglo-French journalist and writer who was also a diplomat, traveller, flying buff and wireless pioneer. His best-known works are the anti-French and anti-Russian invasion fantasy "The Great War in England" (1894) and the anti-German invasion fantasy "The Invasion of 1910" (1906), the latter becoming a phenomenal bestseller. He wrote over 150 novels, many dealing with international intrigue, and a number of non-fiction works. This novel was first published in 1913.

William Le Queux was a British novelist and prolific writer of mysteries. Indeed, mystery surrounds the author himself as to whether he was a spy or rather just a self-promoter. Regardless of which is true, Le Queux brings us a story of intrigue and espionage that travels across Europe in the true spirit of a good mystery. There are shootings, burglaries, romances, escapes from prisons, and intricate conspiracies that may surprise and leave you scratching your head as you try to solve this “whodunit”. In the best tradition of a good mystery however, you may need to wait for the final ...

Hugh Trethowen, deep in debt and readying himself to flee from his creditors, is saved by the news that his older brother is dead and he has just inherited his family’s fortune. Not long after, he becomes acquainted with Mademoiselle Dedieu and falls in love with her. Hugh is intent on marrying her, against the staunch advice of his friend John Egerton. Though both Valérie and John think they have successfully kept Hugh in the dark about their secrets, fate intervenes and Hugh uncovers evidence that tips him off to his fiancée’s unsavory past.