About this book
Power-House, by John Buchan, is a taut, early-20th-century thriller that drags listeners into a shadowy London of conspiracies, influence and moral peril. Narrated by the urbane barrister and Tory MP Edward Leithen, the novel follows his investigation into a mysterious organization whose reach and ruthlessness threaten both individuals and the fabric of modern life.
Set against the backdrop of pre‑World War I Britain and first serialised in 1913 (book form 1916), Power-House blends spy stories, war-story sensibilities and high-stakes adventure. Buchan explores themes of power, responsibility and the uneasy transition from Victorian certainties to a more dangerous modernity, all within an urban setting that contrasts sharply with his later Highland tale, John Macnab. The prose crackles with period detail, political tension and the moral complexity that defines classic espionage fiction.
Perfect for fans of vintage spy fiction and historical thrillers, this audiobook will appeal to listeners who enjoy atmospheric adventure, cerebral heroes, and plots driven by intrigue rather than spectacle. Tune in for a compact, intelligent ride through one of John Buchan’s most compelling early works.
