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Nero Wolfe's last recorded case! Wolfe never works without a well-heeled client and a sizable fee, but when a bomb racks his brownstone, killing his favorite waiter from his favorite restaurant, the world's greatest gourmet takes it as a personal affront. What kind of unsavory killer commits...

As any herpetologist will tell you, the fer-de-lance is among the most dreaded snakes known to man. When someone makes a present of one to Nero Wolfe, Archie Goodwin knows he's getting dreadfully close to solving the devilishly clever murders of an immigrant and a college president. As for Wolfe...

When a bright young heiress with a flair for romance and one too many enemies is found brutally murdered, Nero Wolfe and his sidekick, Archie, find themselves embroiled in a case that is not as black and white as it first appears. Susan Brooke has everything going for her. Men would have...

The aging millionairess has a problem: where is her young playboy husband getting all his money? To help find the answer, Archie infiltrates a party at her palatial estate. But her late-night murder ruins the festive mood . . . and a letter bomb from a powerful crime boss makes Nero Wolfe do the...

A golfer collapses on the green, and what seems like a heart attack quickly turns into a chilling investigation. In 'Last Drive,' Rex Stout, the mastermind behind the iconic Nero Wolfe series, introduces us to Canby Rankin, the determined president of the country club. When the coroner declares that the golfer's death was caused by poisoning, Rankin takes it upon himself to uncover the truth. With suspicion swirling among the club’s elite, every member becomes a potential suspect. Secrets and rivalries come to light as Rankin races against time to catch the killer. This early mystery ...

When two striking women walk into Nero Wolfe's office with a puzzling predicament, he is initially reluctant to get involved. But when murder strikes at their fencing academy, Wolfe can't resist the challenge. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of intrigue that stretches beyond the borders of New York. With his trusty assistant Archie Goodwin by his side, Wolfe navigates a complex case filled with hidden motives and international secrets. What started as a simple inquiry becomes a race against time to find a killer and solve the mystery behind a stolen artifact. Join Wolfe and Archie as ...

Desiree Le Mire ran into the cave, anxious to explore, tempted by the legends of Inca gold. Harry Lamar and his brother Paul had no choice but to follow. After all, they could not let the beautiful dancer enter the black depths alone. Others lived there, however, protecting the gold of their ancestors, others now misshapen after generations of living underground. That was why no one who entered the cave ever emerged into daylight. But no one who had entered was as beautiful as Desiree - or as determined as the Lamars.

Venture into the depths of mystery and adventure with "Under the Andes," a podcast that invites listeners to explore tales of lost civilizations and the thrill of subterranean exploration. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing stories that delve into the heart of ancient cultures and the wonders that lie beneath the surface of our world. As we journey through dark caverns and forgotten realms, we encounter daring characters, treacherous landscapes, and the enduring allure of the unknown. This is not a single narrative but a series of unique explorations that capture the ...

Da en af Nero Wolfes agenter, Orrie Cather, bliver tilbageholdt af politiet for mordet på en kvinde, han har haft et forhold til, ser Wolfe sig nødsaget til, sammen med sin assistent Archie Goodwin, at hjælpe ham, selvom det bliver en sag for egen regning. Hvis det ikke er Orrie Cather, der har slået kvinden ihjel, hvem er det så? Nero Wolfe er en excentrisk ballademager og privatdetektiv i ordets mest private betydning. Kun nødtvungent flytter han sine 150 kg fra lænestolen i sit okkerfarvede murstenshus i New York.

Dive into the thrilling realm of intrigue, deception, and murder with "Over My Dead Body," a podcast that explores the darker side of human nature and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their secrets. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into mysteries where the stakes are high and the consequences dire. Listeners are invited to unravel complex plots filled with twists and turns, as characters navigate a labyrinth of betrayal and ambition. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate the shadows surrounding human ...

Embark on a journey through the shadows of intrigue and betrayal in Last Drive, a podcast that delves into the dark corners of mystery and suspense. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that captures the essence of investigation, deception, and the quest for truth, inviting listeners to unravel complex plots and uncover hidden motives. This series is not just a collection of stories but a rich tapestry of narratives that explore the psychology of crime and the relentless pursuit of justice. With every new episode, you are invited to experience the thrill of the chase, the tension of ...

There’s no one and nothing the great detective Nero Wolfe wouldn’t take on if the price was right. That’s something wealthy society widow Rachel Bruner is counting on when she writes him a check for a whopping hundred grand. But even Wolfe has a moment’s doubt when he finds out why the...

With a rich man footing the bills and a handsome lover on the side, Isabel Kerr seemed to have the perfect setup. Now the well-kept lady is stone-cold dead, and the cops have nabbed a Manhattan private eye who just happens to be an acquaintance of Nero Wolfe. Unable to refuse a friend in need...

When Priscilla Eads, heiress to cotton-towel millions, first pleads for Nero Wolfe’s assistance, the portly detective decides to wash his hands of a case that has more than its share of dirty laundry. Just hours later Miss Eads and her maid are found strangled to death under circumstances that...

Nero Wolfe, lover of fine food and prize orchids, is a genius at daring detection. But he is always on guard when it comes to women. Now murder at a fencing studio engages him and his confidential assistant, Archie Goodwin, in a dangerous duel with death. The prime suspect is a Balkan beauty who...

Madeline Fraser, radio talk show host extraordinaire, had a natural dread of dead air. So when one of her on-air guests signed off at the mike after drinking a glass of a sponsor’s beverage, it was a broadcaster’s nightmare come true. Enter Nero Wolfe. He agrees to take the case, with his...

The army wants Nero Wolfe urgently, but he refuses their clarion call to duty. It takes Archie Goodwin to titillate Wolfe’s taste for crime with two malevolent morsels: a corpse that refuses to rest in peace and a sinister “accident” involving national security. It’s up to the Grandiose...

“It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore.”—The New York Times Book Review Introduction by David Handler It wasn’t Leonard Dykes’s writing style that offended. But something in his unpublished tome seemed to lead everyone who read it to a very...

A brilliant Rex Stout murder mystery featuring Nero Wolfe and Archie Goodwin A bomb explodes in the desk drawer of a top TV executive. Was it intended for him or the man who opened the drawer? They each had enemies enough to die a dozen times over. Was it the jealous wife or the ambitious...

Three clever murderers challenge Nero Wolfe in cases involving lovers who want to make sure neither is a killer, a stable full of suspects in the search for a killer on horseback, and a murderer stalking Wolfe's brownstone...