The Secret House


Read by Don W. Jenkins

(4.4 stars; 82 reviews)

A stranger and foreigner arrives at the offices of a small publication in London only to be faced by the “editor” whose face is completely swathed in a veil. Nothing is as it seems, and it quickly becomes evident that both are bent on more than lively gossip about the elite. Blackmail and opportunism is the order of the day. When two men are found shot to death outside the door of Mr. Farrington the millionaire who just happens to live a few doors from T. B. Smith, the head of the secret police, the connections to blackmail are not long in coming. Were these men shot by the blackmailer? Who is actually what he seems to be? (Summary by Don W. Jenkins) (5 hr 48 min)

Chapters

Chapter I 23:50 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter II 12:18 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter III 11:37 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter IV 11:02 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter V 9:27 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter VI 15:30 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter VII 14:07 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter VIII 14:51 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter IX 19:38 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter X 24:53 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XI 24:05 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XII 14:04 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XIII 18:40 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XIV 21:34 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XV 19:24 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XVI 13:47 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XVII 22:02 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XVIII 13:39 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XIX 22:15 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XX 16:20 Read by Don W. Jenkins
Chapter XXI 5:47 Read by Don W. Jenkins

Reviews

I enjoyed this story


(5 stars)

I would so LOVE to have a house like the 'secret house' of this story. The story is also great. You know pretty early on who the bad guys are, but the tale is entertaining as you wonder how the good guys are going to catch the bad guys, and if the one bad guy who you really don't like is going to get away or get caught this time. There are lots of ups and downs, but they were plausible enough that I really enjoyed the story. Don is a great reader. He also does a nice job with voices. Thanks Don!


(3.5 stars)

I enjoyed the story but didn't find myself thinking about it between episodes. Perhaps a few too many characters? But even so, there was plenty of suspense and enough surprises to keep one's interest. As usual Don Jenkins's reading was exemplary, and brought the characters vividly to life, although American accents for such essentially British characters never sound quite right.

Cleverly Written!


(5 stars)

This is the 3rd Edgar Wallace book I've enjoyed, and my only complaint is,,,,it wasn't long enough! Lots of characters, twists & the bad guys get Wacked! I love a good guy getting the upper hand. just in the nick of time!


(5 stars)

I enjoyed this story from beginning to end. The narrator, Don. W. Jenkins, was so comfortable to listen to, I’ve searched for other stories he has narrated and will continue to listen until I’ve exhausted his large collection. Thank you, Mr. Jenkins.

A very good story.


(4 stars)

I like this as clues were being revealed there was other action at a nice pace. No trials for the criminals in that part of England.

A great mystery


(5 stars)

the best so far by this author. well written well read and moved at a good pace.

Good yarn!!!


(5 stars)

Don Jenkins makes the whole story really enjoyable !!!!