Verlag: Wildside Press
Temptation nips at the heels of disbarred Los Angeles lawyer, Jack Adams, when his ex-convict father suddenly shows up at UCLA hospital claiming he’s had a stroke.
What if someone was murdering people who identify as transgender? From the author of the Killer Nashville Best Mystery Finalist Not Today and the Book Excellence Finalist The Neighborhood comes A Biological Storm, Dora Ellison Mystery Book 4. Dark Murder Mystery Lovers! A woman is murdered, her body torn apart with a high-powered automatic rifle. A second murder is committed, and Dora learns that both victims are transgender. Who would commit such brutal murders and why? Can Dora and Missy survive long enough to stop the killer before more innocent people die or they themselves are killed? Book 4 of the Dora Ellison Mystery Series is a murder mystery featuring a woman sleuth who is no ordinary private investigator. Dora’s brand of vigilante justice takes the reader on a suspense-filled journey that rivals those of Lee Child, John Sandford and Harlan Coben. The Dora Ellison Mystery Series will appeal to readers who love books about LBTQ & mystery sleuths. The Dora Ellison Mystery Series will also appeal to teen & young adult readers who enjoy thrillers & suspense novels, especially those surrounding law & crime. Fans and lovers of Noir, Hard-Boiled and LGBT Detective Mysteries will love the Dora Ellison Mystery Series, especially this novel with a transgender-related theme. Coben & Gardner fans will love the deep relationships. Sandford fans will love the ongoing cast of characters. Reacher fans will love Dora, a tough woman who solves mysteries, finds love and doles out justice.Zum Buch
Raymond Chandler's The Curtain is a quintessential piece of noir fiction, showcasing the masterful storytelling that defines his legacy. This gripping short story plunges readers into a world of deceit, betrayal, and moral ambiguity, set against the seedy underbelly of 1930s Los Angeles.The tale follows a sharp-witted private detective who takes on a case involving a seemingly straightforward domestic dispute. However, as he digs deeper, he discovers layers of lies, hidden motives, and a trail of danger that leads to a shocking revelation. With each turn, Chandler unveils the dark complexities of human nature, where appearances deceive and trust is a rare commodity.Through his iconic prose, Chandler creates an atmospheric narrative filled with sharp dialogue, vivid imagery, and morally conflicted characters. The tension builds relentlessly, pulling readers into the heart of the mystery and keeping them guessing until the final, haunting conclusion.The Curtain captures the essence of Chandler's noir universe: a gritty, shadow-filled world where heroes are flawed, and villains lurk in plain sight. For fans of crime fiction and hardboiled detective stories, this tale is an essential addition to Chandler's legendary body of work, exemplifying his ability to craft unforgettable mysteries that stand the test of time.Zum Buch
A perilous manuscript. A murdered blackmailer. A political conspiracy that could ignite all of Europe. When happy-go-lucky adventurer Anthony Cade agrees to deliver a set of highly explosive political memoirs and a packet of blackmail letters to London, he expects a quick and easy payday. Instead, he steps off the boat and straight into the crosshairs of ruthless foreign assassins, panic-stricken British diplomats, and underground secret societies. At the center of the gathering storm is the glamorous Virginia Revel, a fiercely independent widow who returns home from a social outing to find a dead body parked in her armchair. With a royal restoration hanging by a thread and lucrative oil concessions on the line, the paths of spies, statesmen, and scoundrels converge on the sprawling, aristocratic country estate of Chimneys. In a breakneck race against time, Anthony and Virginia must join forces to unravel a tangled web of lies, hidden identities, and lethal motives before the killers can strike again. Brimming with razor-sharp wit, unforgettable characters, and brilliant twists at every turn, The Secret of Chimneys is a masterful blend of cozy mystery and international thriller that will keep you guessing until the very final page is turned.Zum Buch
Jake Adams is back with his fourth thrilling adventure. When an old Cold Warrior from Russia asks Jake to observe the launch of their newest ICBM, Jake finds himself in the taiga of the Russian Far East. But something goes terribly wrong with the missile, and the Russians discover an American plane has shot down the missile with their new Airborne Laser system. This event sets into motion a chain of events that span from the United States capitol, California, the Pacific Northwest, a remote Aleutian Island, and across the Pacific to China and South Korea. Jake is recruited back into Network service undercover in China, where he battles with double agents, the Chinese Army, and even the elements, as he struggles to discover his enemies. Everyone wants this new laser system, but Jake must ensure it doesn't get into the wrong hands. In a harrowing finale, only one man can keep the laser system away from the other factions. . . Jake Adams!Zum Buch
1971. Navy Lieutenant Jon Zachery has flown piece-of-cake combat missions for six months. Then on the last hop of the deployment, all hell breaks loose. On the other side of the world, his wife Teresa is thankful that, at last, Jon's last day of combat flying is at hand.Zum Buch
Thornton Lyne is a man who thinks he can have anything he wants—until he sets his sights on Odette Rider. When a murder occurs and a mysterious bunch of daffodils is found at the scene, detective Jack Tarling is called in to solve one of Edgar Wallace's most famous and intricate puzzles. A gripping tale of greed, love, and vengeance.Zum Buch
