Anna Katharine Green

Anna Katharine Green was a pioneering American author, born on November 11, 1846, in Brooklyn, New York. Often regarded as one of the first female detective fiction writers, Green's works laid the groundwork for the genre and inspired numerous future writers. She penned her first novel, "The Leavenworth Case," in 1878, which not only captivated readers but also showcased her keen understanding of the intricacies of human behavior and crime. Green's unique blend of mystery and psychological insight set her apart and earned her a loyal following during her lifetime.

Throughout her prolific career, Green published over 40 works, including novels, short stories, and poetry. Her writing often features strong, intelligent female characters and intricate plots that keep readers guessing until the very end. As you explore her collection in the app, you'll discover the rich tapestry of her storytelling, which reflects both the challenges and triumphs of women in her time. So, take a moment to delve into her fascinating works and see how Anna Katharine Green helped shape the world of mystery fiction.

One of My Sons

Read by Laura Victoria 4.6
A young girl frantically summons a gentleman walking by on the street to come in and help her grandfather. Arthur Outhwaite answers her cry …

Lost Man's Lane

Read by Mary Bard 4.6
After several people apparently vanish into thin air while walking along the same country road, New York detective Mr Gryce calls on the ski…

That Affair Next Door

Read by Dawn Larsen 4.5
The dead body of a woman was found under a large cabinet. But she had been dead four hours before the cabinet fell upon her. The owners of t…

The Mayor's Wife

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.5
Miss Saunders is out for an adventure. One, which is full of secrets, hints, and half-lies. One, which will require all of her wits. She is …

The Leavenworth Case

Read by Kirsten Ferreri 4.6
The Leavenworth Case is a pioneering work in the detective fiction genre, crafted by Anna Katharine Green, one of the first female authors t…

The Mystery of the Hasty Arrow

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) 4.2
It is the noon hour at a museum in New York City. The date: May 23, 1913. The weekday, attendance is light; the attendees are scattered betw…

The Circular Study

Read by Jacquerie 4.4
In this well-plotted, character-driven mystery, Detective Gryce receives a cryptic message calling him to the scene of a “strange” crime. He…

Dark Hollow

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The small town of Shelby is shaken by a brutal murder. A man by the name of Etheridge was found beaten to death. A local inn-keeper, is conv…

The Leavenworth Case (Version 2)

Read by Kevin Green 4.5
The Leavenworth Case is a gripping detective novel set in New York, and is one of the first detective fiction novels to be written by a fema…

Three Thousand Dollars

Read by Roger Melin 4.4
This short story by Anna Katharine Green revolves around a plot to steal some goods secured safely within an impenetrable vault within the c…

X Y Z - A Detective Story

Read by Crln Yldz Ksr 4.4
"Sometimes in the course of his experience, a detective, while engaged in ferreting out the mystery of one crime, runs inadvertently up…

Hand and Ring

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) 4.4
Widow Clemmens is struck down in her parlor while the town's legal professionals chat outside the courthouse down the street. An investigati…

The Millionaire Baby

Read by Dawn Larsen 4.2
A reward of five thousand dollars is offered, by Phil Ocumpaugh, to whoever will give such information as will lead to the recovery, alive o…

A Strange Disappearance

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.3
Anna Katharine Green (November 11, 1846 – April 11, 1935) was an American poet and novelist. She was one of the first writers of detective f…

The Sword of Damocles

Read by Mary Bard 4.6
Anna Katharine Green is best known as one of the first women detective writers, and The Sword of Damocles, first published in 1881, does ind…

The Golden Slipper, and Other Problems for Violet Strange

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.5
Miss Violet Strange is young, petite and attractive and has a wealthy father. She also has the knack for solving problems. This collection c…

The Forsaken Inn

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) 4.4
Told from the perspective of a Mrs. Truax, the owner of an inn during the time of the American and French Revolutions, "The Forsaken In…

Missing: Page Thirteen

Read by Bev J Stevens 4.3
Violet Strange, a clever petite detective, is called upon to solve the mystery of a page gone missing from an important document. The future…

Doctor Izard

Read by Lee Smalley 4.4
The opening scene takes place in a hospital ward where two patients lie, apparently dying, when a man enters and offers a proposition to one…

Cynthia Wakeham's Money

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) 4.2
A young lawyer is called to the house of a dying woman to draw up her will. While searching for her legal heirs, meets a beautiful woman wit…

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