Editora: Black Cat Weekly
Homicide Detective Olivia Addington has investigated some tough cases in her time. Now the death of a scam artist in the home of a frail, retired professor of Latin hinges on a chilling clue Addington and her officer-in-training, Sanford, almost missed: a jagged piece of broken crystal.
Another murder, another unanswered question. And Detective Mendoza hates to leave things undone. Hers was the kind of casual homicide that occurred every week in a city like Los Angeles in the sixties. Beaten, robbed, and left in an abandoned lot, Elena Ramirez's death was like many others . . . in fact, nearly identical to a murder that happened six months earlier—a case that Detective Luis Mendoza was never able to solve. The detective isn't a fan of puzzles but knows one when he sees it. He puts two and two together—these vicious murders must have been committed by the same deranged individual—and leads the charge into a case that is astounding in its complexity. Along with the begrudging help of Detective-Sergeant Hackett, Mendoza must separate the many twisted threads of this crime—from murder to black-market adoption and extortion. Considered the "queen of the police procedural," Dell Shannon offers a glimpse into the world of police-work before the aid of forensics or technology. An Edgar Award finalist in 1961, Case Pending introduces the Mexican American Detective Mendoza, a dynamic character who will stop at nothing to find answers, working in a Los Angeles that had not forgotten the 1943 "zoot suit" riots targeting young Chicanos.Ver livro
'You can only find truth with logic if you have already found truth without it.' First published in 1914, The Wisdom of Father Brown is the second collection of thrilling short stories starring G.K. Chesterton's most iconic creation: the priest detective, Father Brown. The humble yet shrewd Father Brown returns in a series of epic mysteries that see him use his gift of human understanding to solve the crimes at play. After all, it is not just logic and rational thinking that can get to the root of these crimes – but moral reasoning too. In these twelve tales, we see a man seemingly disappear from a locked room, a staged robbery, a fatal love triangle and much more. Rather than mere criminal tricks, these stories offer profound psychological and spiritual truths. Effortlessly blending moral insight, philosophical reflection and wit, The Wisdom of Father Brown is another Chesterton classic for the ages. This audiobook edition is expertly narrated by Nicholas Boulton. Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874 – 1936) was an English novelist, philosopher, journalist and critic. A Christian apologist, he is famed for creating the fictional priest-detective Father Brown. His writing was also renowned for his sense of humour: known as 'the prince of paradox', Chesterton often turned common sayings upside down. Admired by several of his literary contemporaries, Chesterton's work is still widely read today.Ver livro
This is a concise summary and analysis of The Da Vinci Code, by Dan Brown. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Dan Brown. Ideal for those seeking a quick and insightful overview. A renowned symbologist is thrust into a thrilling and dangerous hunt for a hidden secret buried within Leonardo da Vinci's works. When a murder at the Louvre sets off a cryptic trail of clues, he teams up with a brilliant cryptologist to unravel a mystery that could shake the foundations of history and religion. Racing against time and powerful adversaries, they must decode ancient symbols, evade a secretive organization, and uncover a truth long kept in the shadows.Ver livro
Bright lights arrived in the night sky. By morning, everyone was gone. Judgement has come to Farley, Oklahoma leaving its last resident Dave Forrester all alone and without a clue. A haunting memory from his past becomes a living nightmare. The people of Farley have disappeared without a trace leaving behind only blood-stained clothing and glimpses of frightening, unearthly creatures. Desperate to find his family and friends, Dave meets Maggie, a woman who has lost her will to live and is killing herself one drink at a time. Together, they find a reason to keep going while the world around them is falling apart. It's now all up to Dave and Maggie to find and save the survivors of the harvest. "This book gave me chills..." ~ Sherelle Ellis "Oh my, I gobbled this up! The story has everything I love: aliens/UFOs, mystery, chills down my spine, and more!" ~ Brian Lane Inspired by a true sighting...Ver livro
The 4th thriller in the Number One bestselling crime series from the award-winning Stuart MacBride. Panic grips The Granite City as DS Logan McRae heads up a manhunt for ‘The Flesher’ – one of the UK’s most notorious serial killers. The case was closed. Until the killer walked free… When an offshore container turns up at Aberdeen Harbour full of human meat, it kicks off the largest manhunt in the Granite City’s history. Twenty years ago ‘The Flesher’ was butchering people all over the UK – turning victims into oven-ready joints – until Grampian’s finest put him away. But eleven years later he was out on appeal. Now he’s missing and people are dying again. When members of the original investigation start to disappear, Detective Sergeant Logan McRae realizes the case might not be as clear cut as everyone thinks… Twenty years of secrets and lies are being dragged into the light. And the only thing that’s certain is Aberdeen will never be the same again. In Flesh House, Stuart MacBride, a top author in the genre of horror fiction, masterfully crafts a tale of action and adventure. The long-listed book for several prizes, it's a bestseller that leaves readers breathless. For fans of Tg Reid (The Killing Parade), Mark Billingham (What the Night Brings), Jd Kirk (A Killer of Influence), Ed James (The Turning of our Bones), and David J. Gatward (Grimm Up North).Ver livro
In the treacherous corridors of 8th-century Constantinople, where power is won through cunning and ambition, a young woman is destined to shape the fate of an empire. Seventeen-year-old Thekla, fierce and relentless, has been abandoned at the altar for the third time. Determined to reclaim her betrothed—or make him pay—she sets out for the imperial capital, armed only with her wits and her blade. But Constantinople is no place for the faint-hearted. Here, intrigue and betrayal lurk in every shadow, and survival demands more than mere determination. Amidst the dazzling splendor of the Byzantine court, Thekla crosses paths with Irini of Athens—a strikingly beautiful orphan plucked from obscurity to wed Co-Emperor Leon, son of the ruthless Constantine. But Irini is no mere pawn. Beneath her delicate exterior lies an unyielding will and an insatiable hunger for power. As Thekla and Irini forge an uneasy alliance, the city erupts with unrest, torn apart by religious conflict and political machinations. In this volatile world of shifting loyalties, ambition can be a weapon, and trust can be fatal. Will Thekla become Irini’s greatest ally—or her most dangerous rival? The rise of an empress begins …Ver livro
