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.

The Mystery of the Hasty Arrow

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022)


Anna Katharine Green



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…

That Affair Next Door

Read by Dawn Larsen


Anna Katharine Green



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 Leavenworth Case

Read by Kirsten Ferreri


Anna Katharine Green



Anna Katharine Green was one of the first female mystery writers to publish under her own name. She was never very successful as an author, …

The Circular Study

Read by Jacquerie


Anna Katharine Green



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

El crimen de Gramercy Park

Read by Victor Villarraza


Anna Katharine Green



Obra maestra de la «madre de la novela de detectives», Anna Katharine Green, conocida como la Agatha Christie victoriana. El mis…

The Forsaken Inn

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022)


Anna Katharine Green



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…

The House of the Whispering Pines

Read by Crln Yldz Ksr


Anna Katharine Green



The country club house The Whispering Pines was closed for the winter, but only one day after he locked the place personally, the narrator s…

Missing: Page Thirteen

Read by Bev J Stevens


Anna Katharine Green



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

Lost Man's Lane

Read by Mary Bard


Anna Katharine Green



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

The House in the Mist

Read by Crln Yldz Ksr


Anna Katharine Green



It was a night to drive any man indoors. Not only was the darkness impenetrable, but the raw mist enveloping hill and valley made the open r…

Hand and Ring

Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022)


Anna Katharine Green



Widow Clemmens is struck down in her parlor while the town's legal professionals chat outside the courthouse down the street. An investigati…

Dark Hollow

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Anna Katharine Green



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…

One of My Sons

Read by Laura Victoria


Anna Katharine Green



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

A Strange Disappearance

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Anna Katharine Green



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 Mayor's Wife

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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 Millionaire Baby

Read by Dawn Larsen


Anna Katharine Green



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…

X Y Z - A Detective Story

Read by Crln Yldz Ksr


Anna Katharine Green



"Sometimes in the course of his experience, a detective, while engaged in ferreting out the mystery of one crime, runs inadvertently up…

The Amethyst Box

Read by Crln Yldz Ksr


Anna Katharine Green



On the evening before his marriage, Sinclair loses a precious curiosity from his collection: an amethyst box, containing a tiny flask of dea…

The Leavenworth Case (Version 2)

Read by Kevin Green


Anna Katharine Green



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…

The Ruby and the Caldron

Read by Crln Yldz Ksr


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A valuable ruby is lost during a disturbance in the snow before a ball at The Evergreens. A detective is called for right away to recover it…

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