Edward Phillips - Libros y biografía

Set in Britain shortly after the end of the Russo-Japanese war, 'The Illustrious Prince' provides a fascinating insight into the political tensions of the time. The story centres around Prince Maiyo –...

A short story from prolific author E. Phillips Oppenheim, 'The Governors' tells the story of Phineas Duge. The leader of a group of American millionaires, Duge becomes suspicious of his fellow millionaires...

Written and published during the early years of WWI 'The Kingdom of the Blind' by E. Phillips Oppenheim is set against the backdrop of this international conflict. Hugh Thomson is on the hunt for a German...

Also published under the title 'The Distributors', 'The Ghost Society' by E. Phillips Oppenheim follows the story of secret society 'The Ghosts'. Bored with London society, Lord Evelyn Madrecourt, along...

In 'Jacob's Ladder' we follow the story of Jacob Pratt. Once a bankrupt man, we meet him just as he is getting back on his feet. As Jacob's fortunes change for the better however, he begins to see who...

One of E. Phillips Oppenheim's earlier novels, 'A Monk of Cruta' follows the story of wealthy Englishman Paul de Vaux, witness to a murder on the Mediterranean island of Cruta. He finds himself caught...

First published in 1912 'For the Queen' is a collection of short stories by prolific author E. Phillips Oppenheim. In classic Oppenheim fashion, themes throughout this collection include crime, espionage,...

Originally published as a series of short stories in 'Hearst' magazine, 'Ambrose Lavendale, Diplomat' follows the story of young Ambrose Lavendale, who enters the secret service in London during WWI....

Originally serialised in 'Harper's Bazaar' in the early 1900's, 'Aaron Rodd, Diviner' is a mystery novel from author E. Phillips Oppenheim. Lawyer Aaron Rodd receives a visit from the enigmatic Harvey...

As tenants and estate owners, the lives of the Marquis of Mandeleys and the Vont family have been intertwined for generations. The relationship has turned sour in recent years, following the Marquis'...

Wealthy playwright Sir Jermyn Annerley finds himself caught up in a love-triangle between the beautiful actress Sybil Cluley and his rival for her love, Lord Lakenham. Secrets from their pasts all start...

First published in 1910, 'The Tempting of Tavernake' by prolific author E. Phillips Oppenheim is a departure from his more usual spy thrillers. The lonely and unemotional Tavernake is a socially awkward...

The solitary and mysterious Mr. Brown has rented a small cottage on the grounds of Thaller Court. When Sir Geoffrey Kyneston is found murdered close to the cottage, Mr Brown is the obvious suspect. Why...

Set during the height of WWI, 'The Pawns Count' by E. Phillips Oppenheim is a classic story of international intrigue and espionage. Chemist Sandy Graham has discovered a new type of explosive which he...

One of author E. Phillips Oppenheim's earlier novels, 'The Postmaster of Deignton' is a mysterious whodunnit. Young doctor Norman Scott is treating Lord Humphrey Deignton for gout when he falls in love...

When beautiful actress Louise Maurel's car breaks down in the middle of the countryside she is fortunate to find herself in the vicinity of the home of the Strangeways brothers. Though prejudiced and...

First published in 1921, 'The Profiteers' by E. Phillips Oppenheim gives an intriguing glimpse into the mood at the start of the roaring twenties. A mysterious thriller revolving around the stock market,...

The beautiful, wealthy, and privileged Lady Wilhemina is the owner of the extensive estate of Thorpe, where countless people who depend on her live in substantially less comfort. When the idealistic young...

Set in an imagined future of 1950, 'The Wrath to Come' by author E. Phillips Oppenheim was written shortly after WWI. Secret Service agent Grant Slattery has been tasked with uncovering a plot against...

In the imaginary Republic of San Martina, a former British MP and millionaire marries the President's beautiful daughter. Wil his plan to overthrow her father and rule in his stead come to fruition? An...

Originally published in 1906, 'The Malefactor' is one of E. Phillips Oppenheim's earlier novels. Sir Wingrave Seton has been wrongfully imprisoned for manslaughter in order to defend the honour of a lady....

First published in 1912, 'The Double Four' by E. Phillips Oppenheim follows the story of former criminal turned country squire Peter Ruff as he is drawn back into the criminal underworld. Named as successor...

A pre-WWI thriller, 'The Great Secret' by E. Phillips Oppenheim follows the adventures of young Hardcross Courage. One night while staying at the Cosmopolitan Hotel he witnesses another man, Leslie Guest,...

Son of a debt-ridden aristocratic family, Gregory Ballaston, resorts to desperate means while travelling through China. Will his rash decision result in the corruption of all mankind, and a curse upon...

Young Guy Poynton finds himself caught up in a mystery after witnessing a clandestine political meeting on the German-Russia border. A few weeks later, Guy disappears from a nightclub in Paris. Despite...

Young heiress Jeanne de la Mesurier has returned to London to re-join her stepmother, following a childhood in a French convent where she has been since her father's death. Despite her high status young...

French royalist Mr. Sabin is working to acquire valuable papers regarding English coastal defences for the German government. In return, he demands German conquest of France and the restoration of the...

Young Madelon is hiking in the French mountains with her uncle and their guide Mr Billingham. They come across a deserted inn where they stop for refreshments. All is not as it seems however, and the...

A thought-provoking novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim, 'A Prince of Sinners' is set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Britain. Unemployment and poverty are rampant, and the book explores whether...

Accompanied by his trusty and beautiful companion Violet Brown, Peter Ruff decides to turn his back on his former life of crime and become a private investigator. With his established links to the criminal...