Audiobooks by Edgar Wallace

The Golden Age: Mystery and Murder: Seven BBC Radio Adaptations of Classic Crime Mysteries

"A collection of thrilling tales from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, including six full-cast dramas and a short story read by Benedict Cumberbatch In the first half of the 20th century, the detective story exploded in popularity. Innovative authors penned whodunits, whydunits and clue-puzzle stories, and introduced iconic sleuths, creating works that would later become classics. This Golden Age, which reached its height during the 1920s and ’30s, saw the crowning of the ‘Queens of Crime’, the formation of the Detection Club and the laying down of new rules of crime writing – and the fiction produced during this period has had lasting appeal and influence, fundamentally shaping the ‘cosy crime’ novels of today. This collection gathers together seven sensational stories from Golden Age authors – some well-known, others unjustly overlooked – beginning with three by founding members of the Detection Club. The Blue Cross by G.K. Chesterton features the first appearance of one of the best-loved detectives in fiction: Father Brown, as he pursues arch-villain and master of disguise Flambeau. Andrew Sachs stars as the insightful cleric, with Olivier Pierre as his wily nemesis. In The House of the Arrow by A.E.W. Mason, starring Richard Pasco and Moir Leslie, a young woman living in Dijon is accused of murder, leading her lawyer to call in the Sûreté’s best officer, Inspector Hanaud. Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch, The Affair of the German Dispatch-Box by Victor Whitechurch sees daring Edwardian sleuth Thorpe Hazell using his locomotive expertise to solve an ingenious and audacious railway crime. A legendary assassin and vigilante returns from the dead in The Ringer by Edgar Wallace, and Scotland Yard must find him before he exacts his revenge. David Davis stars as the ‘Gaunt Stranger’, and Alexander John as the tenacious Inspector Wembury. In An Unrecorded Instance by Marie Belloc Lowndes, Hetty Mingle ignores her dying mother's advice about fortune hunters – but will she end up regretting it? Starring Mary O’Farrell and Brenda Bruce. The Golden Slipper by Anna Katharine Green finds New York debutante (and reluctant detective) Violet Strange tasked with investigating four rich young women suspected of multiple thefts. Teresa Gallagher stars as the socialite sleuth, with Crawford Logan as her client, Driscoll. Concluding this collection is Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey, which finds psychologist Lucy Pym investigating a death at a women’s physical education college. Starring Julia Foster as Miss Pym and Joan Sims as her friend, headmistress Henrietta Hodge, this dark, engrossing psychological thriller is a late Golden Age gem. First published 1910 (The Blue Cross), 1912 (The Affair of the German Dispatch-Box), 1915 (The Golden Slipper), 1924 (The House of the Arrow, An Unrecorded Instance), 1929 (The Ringer), 1946 (Miss Pym Disposes) © 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

A.E.W. Mason, Anna Katharine Green, Edgar Wallace, G.K. Chesterton, Josephine Tey, Marie Belloc Lowndes, Victor Whitechurch (Author), Alexander John, Andrew Sachs, Benedict Cumberbatch, Brenda Bruce, Crawford Logan, David Davis, Full Cast, Joan Sims, Julia Foster, Mary O'Farrell, Moir Leslie, Olivier Pierre, Richard Pasco, Teresa Gallagher (Narrator)

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The Dark Eyes of London

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. When Inspector Holt is called in to investigate the mysterious death of Gordon Stuart he discovers that there have been a series of deaths involving wealthy men in London recently. With little to go Holt attempts to make a connection between these deaths. Little does he know that danger and romance await him."

Edgar Wallace (Author), Digital Voice Martin G (Narrator)

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The Face in the Night

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Audrey Bedford, a small town girl, goes to London and is arrested for stealing the Queen of Finland’s necklace. She realizes immediately that her sister is the guilty party, but family loyalty leads her to accept the charge and she does the time rather than implicate her sister. Once released from prison she takes the only job she can find and ends up embroiled in a case of murder, robbery and stolen diamonds. Because of her past she can’t afford to let events unfold as they will, to keep her freedom she must be an active participant in getting to the bottom of this mystery."

Edgar Wallace (Author), Digital Voice Martin G (Narrator)

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[German] - Edgar Wallace, Ultimative Sammlung (ungekürzt)

"Immer wenn in der Unterwelt gestohlene Waren verhökert werden sollen, meldet sich der Zinker, um diese zu Tiefstpreisen an sich zu reißen. Falls die Diebe auf sein Angebot nicht eingehen, 'verzinkt' er diese an Scotland Yard. Ein aktenkundiger Unterweltler hat dem großen Unbekannten jedoch eine Falle gestellt und kennt seine Identität. Kurz bevor er den Zinker verraten kann, wird er aber eiskalt ermordet."

Edgar Wallace, George Chevalier (Author), Alexandra Doerk, Günther Lüdke, Konrad Halver, Manfred Krug, Rainer Schmitt, Sascha Draeger, Ursula Vogel (Narrator)

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The Melody of Death

"In The Melody of Death, Edgar Wallace weaves a gripping tale of mystery, romance, and deception beneath the gaslit skies of Edwardian London. When a daring jewel heist disrupts the city's elite, a mysterious masked figure intervenes, leaving behind more questions than answers. Gilbert Standerton, a young man tormented by financial anxiety and a cold engagement to the ambitious Edith Cathcart, finds his life entangled with a band of jewel thieves, a haunting street melody, and a string of crimes that unravel the very fabric of high society. As Gilbert drifts between duty and desire, wealth and ruin, his path intersects with a shadowy underworld and a beautiful street musician whose song seems to echo from the past—and possibly foretell his fate. Love, loyalty, and danger intertwine in this moody crime romance from one of Britain’s most prolific thriller writers. Narrated with dramatic flair by Sumara Meers, this lesser-known gem from Edgar Wallace delivers suspense, scandal, and an unforgettable melody that lingers long after the final note."

Edgar Wallace (Author), Sumara Meers (Narrator)

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Terror keep

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In the rain-slicked shadows of a remote asylum known only as Terror Keep, master detective J. G. Reeder faces one of his most chilling adversaries yet: the brilliant and remorseless John Flack. As whispers of madness swirl through stone corridors and lanterns flicker against barred windows, Reeder must unravel a web of deception that blurs the line between criminal genius and calculated insanity. Edgar Wallace’s Terror Keep is a psychological crime thriller steeped in atmosphere and intellectual tension. With Gothic undertones and razor-sharp dialogue, the novel explores the dark interplay of logic and fear, restraint and chaos. Reeder’s unassuming appearance conceals a penetrating mind as he follows clues through fog-shrouded grounds and locked rooms, confronting a nemesis who thrives in moral shadows. Perfect for fans of cerebral mysteries and sinister suspense, this audiobook offers a haunting descent into manipulation, justice, and the eerie silence between predator and prey."

Edgar Wallace (Author), Digital Voice Andrew E (Narrator)

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The Duke in the Suburbs

"A real duke moves into a quiet middle-class neighborhood, and the residents of suburban south London are baffled. He is polite, curious, and full of surprises. His presence turns their carefully ordered world upside down. With each visit and every interaction, the Duke challenges their ideas of status, respectability, and social norms. Small dramas unfold behind garden fences. Gossip spreads quickly. Manners are tested. This is a sharp, witty social comedy about class, ambition, and the ridiculous ways people try to impress one another. Edgar Wallace offers a light-hearted yet pointed look at suburban life in early 20th-century England. Perfect for readers who enjoy British humor, social satire, and comedies of manners."

Edgar Wallace (Author), Nicky Rebelo (Narrator)

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Edgar Wallace: A Classic BBC Radio Crime Collection: Four Full-cast Dramatisations

"A collection of the surviving radio crime dramas from ‘The King of Thrillers’ Edgar Wallace was a bestselling author, journalist, playwright and film director, and the creator of King Kong. A prolific writer and celebrity superstar, he was thought to be responsible for a quarter of all new books read in Britain by the late 1920s. Presented here are full-cast adaptations of four of his classic crime novels, readings of four short detective stories, and a vintage recording of Wallace reading one of his own stories. Tying them all together is linking commentary from Edgar Wallace: The Man Who Wrote Too Much?, a documentary celebration of his life and work presented by crime writer Mark Billingham. The Ringer – Seeking revenge for his sister’s death, vigilante and master of disguise ‘The Ringer’ returns from the dead to target shady lawyer Herbert Meister. Can Scotland Yard catch the legendary assassin before he exacts his vengeance? David Davis and Alexander John star in this tense thriller. The Mind of Mr JG Reeder – Unassuming civil servant Mr JG Reeder has the mind of a criminal, which he uses to solve four baffling mysteries in 1920s London. ‘The Poetical Policeman’ sees him tackling a bank robbery and a nightwatchman's death; ‘The Troupe’ finds him probing a jewellery fraud with a theatrical link; in ‘The Green Mamba’ he thwarts a notorious villain, and in ‘The Strange Case’, he sets out to uncover the truth behind the death of a government minister. Read by David Horovitch. On the Spot – Set in 1920s Chicago during Prohibition, Edgar Wallace’s most famous play centres around Tony Perelli, a gangland boss who loads ‘his women with jewels and the coffins of his enemies with orchids’. But Chief of Police John Kelly is after him, determined to see him hang for murder… Starring Peter Woodthorpe as Perelli and Trevor Martin as Kelly. The Man in the Ditch – A vintage recording from 1928 of Edgar Wallace reading his own short story of murder, intrigue and gangland vengeance. The Case of the Frightened Lady – The ancestral home of Lord Lebanon, Mark’s Priory, is the scene of two murders. Inspector Tanner goes down to investigate and is confronted by a terrified young woman… Starring Simon Lack, Lewis Stringer, William Eedle and Valerie White. The Green Pack – West Africa, 1931. When wealthy investor Louis Creet cheats three young explorers out of their rightful share in the goldmine they discovered, they make a deadly pact. Soon after, he is found shot – but did one of them really murder him? David Timson, Paul Gaymon, Peter Egan and Francis de Wolff star. NB: These stories are set in the 1920s and 1930s, and contain some discriminatory language and attitudes that were perhaps typical of the time. Due to the age and off-air nature of the recordings, the sound quality may vary. Copyright © Edgar Wallace 1925 (The Mind of Mr JG Reeder), 1929 (The Ringer), 1930 (On the Spot), 1931 (The Case of the Frightened Lady), 1933 (The Green Pack) © 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) © 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Edgar Wallace (Author), Alexander John, David Davis, David Horovitch, David Timson, Francis de Wolff, Full Cast, Mark Billingham, Peter Egan, Peter Woodthorpe, Simon Lack, Trevor Martin, William Eedle (Narrator)

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[German] - Edgar Wallace, Folge 8: Im Banne des Unheimlichen (ungekürzt)

"Der skrupellose Arzt Dr. Joshua Laffin wittert die Gelegenheit, aus dem Geheimbund 'Die stolzen Söhne von Ragusa' unermesslich viel Kapital zu schlagen. Dafür scheint ihm jedes Mittel recht. Aber warum zwingt er seine Ziehtochter Betty, sich in einem Schaufenster begaffen zu lassen? Was hat es mit den Prioren des Bundes auf sich? Und worum geht es wirklich? Reporter Bill Holbrook und Inspector Bullott versuchen, Licht ins Dunkel zu bringen - mit Hilfe aus zwielichtigen Kreisen ... Original-Titel: Hand of Power (1927)"

Edgar Wallace, Markus Riese (Author), Björn Boresch, Christoph Jablonka, Erik Schäffler, Farina Flebbe, Florian Quanz, Frank Röth, Helmut Zierl, Horst Peter Walz, Kornelia Boje, Marcus Off, Markus Riese, Matthias Wiebalck, Patrick L. Schmitz, Stefan Szász, Sven Schreivogel (Narrator)

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The Dark Eyes of London

"'The Dark Eyes of London' by Edgar Wallace is a mystery novel written in the late 1920s. The story follows Inspector Larry Holt, who becomes involved in a complex investigation linked to a series of murders and the leaking of secrets. The sinister backdrop includes a gang known as the 'blind giants' and features characters such as Flash Fred, a gambler with dubious connections, as well as hints of a woman who may play a critical role in the unfolding mystery. The novel opens with Inspector Larry Holt in Paris, enjoying a break from his duties, when he receives urgent news about the suspicious drowning of a wealthy Canadian named Gordon Stuart. As Holt prepares to return to London, he encounters the enigmatic Flash Fred, who has his own entanglements with the law. After arriving back in London, Holt starts to investigate the case, uncovering Stuart's mysterious past and connections to a small village. He also forms a partnership with a competent secretary named Diana Ward. As the story unfolds, it quickly escalates into a web of intrigue, highlighting unseen dangers and the pursuit of truth in a murky underworld filled with danger and betrayal."

Edgar Wallace (Author), Leonard Ashford (Narrator)

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The Treasure Hunt

Edgar Wallace (Author), Mark Bowen (Narrator)

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The Green Mamba

Edgar Wallace (Author), Mark Bowen (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Edgar Wallace

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