Wilkie Collins

Wilkie Collins was an English novelist and playwright, born on January 8, 1824, in London. He is best known for his pioneering contributions to the mystery and detective genres, often weaving intricate plots that captivated readers with their suspenseful twists and richly drawn characters. Collins's most famous works, such as "The Woman in White" and "The Moonstone," showcase his deft ability to blend thrilling narratives with social commentary, making him a significant figure in Victorian literature. His friendship with fellow author Charles Dickens also influenced his writing style and provided him with a supportive literary community.

As you explore Wilkie Collins's works in this app, you'll find a delightful mix of intrigue, romance, and sharp observations about society. His stories not only entertain but also invite readers to ponder deeper themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of human relationships. So, settle in and take a journey through the pages of Collins's imaginative world—there's much to discover!

Man and Wife

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This 1870 novel by Wilkie Collins centers around a peculiarity of Scottish law of that time, according to which any man and woman 'who were …

The Two Destinies

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Mary Dermody is destined to be together with George Germaine one day, or so at least her grandmother prophesies. Destiny at first doesn't se…

The Evil Genius

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The Evil Genius, one of Wilkie Collins' last works, is subtitled "A Domestic Scene". It is the intriguing tale of family Linley, i…

The Queen of Hearts

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The elderly Brothers Owen, Morgan and Griffith live a quiet, retired life in the countryside, which is turned upside-down by Griffith's ward…

Blind Love

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Blind Love, also published under the titles Iris and The Lord Harry is Wilkie Collins' last novel, completed after his death by Walter Besan…

The Biter Bit

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"The Biter Bit" is a humorous short story by British writer Wilkie Collins. Originally published as "Who is the Thief?"…

A Rogue's Life

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"[T]he story offers the faithful reflection of a very happy time in my past life. It was written at Paris, when I had Charles Dickens f…

After Dark

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William Kerby is in danger of losing his sight, which would hit him especially hard as he is a painter. Only rest can preserve it, but a man…

The Fallen Leaves

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Amelius Goldenheart, the hero of this story, is expelled from a Utopian community in New England and finds himself in London. His story is d…

Classic Serial Armadale by Wilkie Collins

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Classic Serial presents a dramatization of Wilkie Collins's 1866 mystery novel, Armadale. The story revolves around the flame-haired temptre…

The Dead Alive

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Ill feelings exist between the Meadowcroft sons and John Jago, the foreman of the Meadowcroft estate. Then, John Jago disappears, and a body…

Ein tiefes Geheimnis

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Alle halten die Gesellschafterin Sara Leeson für eine rätselhafte Person. Nach dem Tod ihrer Herrin Mistreß Treverton verste…

My Lady's Money

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Lady Lydiard has an uncomfortable bit of business to settle, and intends to do so with a five hundred pound note. But just as she is about t…

Rambles Beyond Railways; or, Notes in Cornwall taken A-foot

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Two travellers, the writer of this book, and an artist friend who is the companion of his ramble, explored Cornwall together, on foot in the…

The Legacy of Cain

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Eunice and Helena are sisters brought up by their father, the Reverend Abel Gracedieu. They grow up quietly and happily, until some dark sec…

Heart and Science: A Story of the Present Time

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Heart and Science is one of Wilkie Collins' didactic novels. It is the story of young doctor Ovid Vere, who fights for his love against all …

The Frozen Deep

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The Frozen Deep is a story of a love triangle between Clara, Frank and Richard, spiced up with dangerous expeditions, mysterious visions and…

The Guilty River

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After his father’s death Gerard Roylake returns from Germany to take up his inheritance at Trimley Deen. On one evening he meets his childho…

Die Blinde Band 1

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Die blinde Pfarrerstochter Lucilla Finch verliebt sich in den Goldschmied Oscar Dubourg, der sich nach seinem Freispruch in einem Mordprozes…

Der Mondstein

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Eine Kriminalgeschichte in der Kolonialzeit Englands, weitgehend erzählt von Tagebucheinträgen und durch Briefwechsel. (Zusammenfa…

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