The “Tales of Suspense” Series is a collection of e-Books inspired by the radio plays of the 1940s and 1950s that produced heart-pounding, hair-raising dramas designed to both thrill and terrify listeners for generations. Each tale is unique and not connected to any other, so readers can jump in at any point. Short in length but powerful in impact, they all feature twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end.
Busy Signal
$4.99Story 14 in the “Tales of Suspense” Series
Victoria Halloran was the heir of the great Whitcomb legacy which came with an estate beyond value situated on a private island called Belle Isle outside of Detroit. With her kind and attentive husband Herbert at her side, from there she reigned as queen on her throne. Unfortunately her throne was her bed—she was a hypochondriac invalid that had not escaped her world of pillows and linens for more than a dozen years.
Imperious, entitled, and bitter, she only found happiness when the world revolved around her. Other than through her overworked telephone, she had no contact with the outside world. But when she eavesdrops on another party’s call and discovers a murder plot, she is desperate to convince others that something must be done to prevent it.
The entire story takes place over a few hours largely with her alone in her bed, but the action and tension are larger than life and, as the clock ticks down to the appointed time of the killing, the scene is almost unbearable.
Each book in the “Tales of Suspense” Series is a standalone story and not connected to the others. Readers can jump in at any point.
Alice M. –
“The author writes with uncanny accuracy about both the times and the places of this story while weaving a genuinely suspenseful tale of mystery. You won’t guess this one in advance.”
Jeremy L. –
“What an enjoyable read. True suspense set in the fun world of 1950s America and the early days of Pasadena, California with a couple of unforgettable characters.”
Elaine R. –
“This could be Laverne and Shirley from Happy Days if you dropped a dead body into their midst. I found myself laughing and then…dreading what was going to happen next. This is a clever story and not to be missed.”