The Old Man In the Corner

In a quaint and bustling tea shop tucked away in the heart of London, a nameless, eccentric old man occupies a shadowy corner, immersed in his thoughts as he sips on a steaming cup of tea. With the weight of age and a life of curious adventures etched into his features, he is an intriguing figure who relies on pure deduction to unravel a series of perplexing crimes. From the chilling brutality of gruesome murders and the sinister grip of deadly blackmail to audacious thefts and masterful deceptions, each case presents a tantalizing puzzle.

The narrative unfolds around this enigmatic character, the "old man in the corner," who engages in captivating dialogues with the spirited young newspaper reporter, Polly Burton. Their conversations crackle with intellectual tension as Polly, sharp-witted and determined, listens intently. At the same time, the old man displays his remarkable intellect and razor-sharp deduction skills, peeling away layers of intrigue to expose the hidden motives and intricate methods behind each mystery.

The tale begins one afternoon when Polly, enjoying her leisurely luncheon in the welcoming café, first encounters the old man. With curiosity and irritation, she finds herself challenged by his audacious assertion that any mystery can be solved through sheer intelligence alone. Eager to prove him wrong, she boldly presents him with the infamous Fenchurch Street mystery, a case that has eluded the authorities for months, setting the stage for a riveting exploration of insight and cunning.

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Release date

Audiobook: 27 February 2025