Silent Witness by R. Austin Freeman is a brilliantly crafted novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The story follows Dr. John Thorndyke, a forensic scientist and amateur detective, as he investigates a puzzling murder case.

Freeman's attention to detail and intricate plotting make this book a true page-turner. The characters are well-developed, the plot twists are unexpected, and the suspense is palpable throughout. As Dr. Thorndyke uses his scientific knowledge and deductive reasoning to crack the case, readers are drawn into a fascinating world of crime solving and mystery.

The writing style is engaging and the pacing is perfect, making it difficult to put the book down once you start reading. Overall, Silent Witness is a gripping and captivating read that will appeal to fans of classic mystery novels.

Book Description:
In this detective novel, the young doctor Humphrey Jardine stumbles upon a corpse during a walk near Hampstead Heath in the middle of the night. However, when he returns to the spot with a police officer, the corpse has disappeared. And this is just the start of a series of strange and sometimes life threatening events. Had it really been a dead man he had seen? And if so, who was it? And what is the role of the mysterious Mrs. Samway, who keeps popping up wherever he goes? He will need the help of Dr. John Thorndyke to solve this mystery. This is the fourth novel featuring R. Austin Freemans famous detective Dr. John Thorndyke. The preceding ones are also available on Librivox: The Red Thumb Mark, the Eye of Osiris (a.k.a. the Vanishing Man, both titles on LV) and The Mystery of 31 New Inn.