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Nine-year-old Blaise finds solace in a forest near his troubled home, where he bonds with Sophie, a mysterious seven-year-old girl. Their friendship begins under tragic circumstances and grows as they share stolen moments and small gifts. When Sophie suddenly disappears, Blaise, suspecting foul play from her abusive family, risks everything to uncover the truth.
12 cold cases. 12 kidnapped women. One diabolical serial killer. In this riveting suspense thriller, a brilliant FBI agent faces a deadly challenge: decipher the mystery before each one is murdered.“Molly Black has written a taut thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat… I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to read the next book in the series!”—Reader review for Girl One: MurderIn the Maya Gray series (which begins with Book #1—GIRL ONE: MURDER), FBI Special Agent Maya Gray, 39, has seen it all. She’s one of BAU’s rising stars and the go-to agent for hard-to-crack serial cases. When she receives a handwritten postcard promising to release 12 kidnapped women if she will solve 12 cold cases, she assumes it’s a hoax.Until the note mentions that, among the captives, is her missing sister.Maya, shaken, is forced to take it seriously. The cases she’s up against are some of the most difficult the FBI has ever seen. But the terms of his game are simple: If Maya solves a case, he will release one of the girls. And if she fails, he will end a life.In GIRL NINE: GONE (book #9), Maya realizes that time is running out fast when she discovers new victims of a serial killer left, at each crime scene, with an antique moon dial beside them. This killer must be counting down according to the moon’s light.Yet in a shocking twist, nothing is what it seems.And Maya realizes, too late, that she herself may just be the target.A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the MAYA GRAY mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. It is a perfect addition for fans of Robert Dugoni, Rachel Caine, Melinda Leigh or Mary Burton.Future books in the series will be available soon.“I binge read this book. It hooked me in and didn't stop till the last few pages… I look forward to reading more!”—Reader review for Found You“I loved this book! Fast-paced plot, great characters and interesting insights into investigating cold cases. I can't wait to read the next book!”—Reader review for Girl One: Murder“Very good book… You will feel like you are right there looking for the kidnapper! I know I will be reading more in this series!”—Reader review for Girl One: Murder“This is a very well written book and holds your interest from page 1… Definitely looking forward to reading the next one in the series, and hopefully others as well!”—Reader review for Girl One: Murder“Wow, I cannot wait for the next in this series. Starts with a bang and just keeps going.”—Reader review for Girl One: Murder“Well written book with a great plot, one that will keep you up at night. A page turner!”—Reader review for Girl One: Murder“A great suspense that keeps you reading… can't wait for the next in this series!”—Reader review for Found You“Sooo soo good! There are a few unforeseen twists… I binge read this like I binge watch Netflix. It just sucks you in.”—Reader review for Found YouMostra libro
One dead coach. Countless secrets. Zero suspects. Can Detective Lisbon find the killer? A hit-and-run victim lies shattered on a sunlit street. The victim: Dale Collins, legendary coach of the Yorkville Scorpions. After decades of heartbreak, his team was finally on the verge of their first championship. Now, they’re reeling from a murder that’s left a community in shock. The killers were meticulous. No DNA. No prints. No witnesses. Nothing but questions. For Detective Sergeant Jack Lisbon, an ex-boxer haunted by his own demons, this case cuts deep. Together with DC Claudia Taylor, he’s racing to untangle a web of long-buried grudges and dark secrets. Their suspect list reads like a stadium roster—each with the motive and means to want Collins dead. As the playoffs loom and pressure mounts, Lisbon and Taylor discover that in Yorkville, vengeance is a game played for the highest stakes. In Shot Clock, the second installment in Blair Denholm’s gripping The Fighting Detective series, readers are taken on a heart-pounding journey through the gritty underbelly of a town gripped by fear.Mostra libro
Don’t miss the next utterly gripping and emotional thriller from Amanda Brooke! ‘Loaded with twists and dark turns you won’t see coming’ The Sun Every family has secrets… Following her mother’s tragic death, Paige is preparing to scatter Ellen’s ashes in the heart of the Welsh mountains with her dad, grandmother, aunt and uncle by her side. Some secrets are benign… But when a blizzard descends over the hills, the family have no choice but to abandon their quest and seek refuge in a remote mountain inn. Some secrets a person would kill to conceal… But they aren’t the only ones trapped on the mountain. A stranger has followed their trail and he knows a secret. How far would you go to protect yours? In this best-selling thriller novel by Amanda Brooke, the small, rural town becomes a stage for a suspenseful story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The author masterfully weaves a tale of secrets, life, and the lengths one would go to protect their own. For fans of Lisa Jewell (Don’t Let Him In), Andrea Mara (Someone in the Attic), Freida Mcfadden (The Tenant), Claire Mcgowan (The First Girl), and Gillian Mcallister (Just Another Missing Person). HarperCollins 2024Mostra libro
The seventh book in the fabulous Manor House Mystery Series by Kate Kingsbury, the bestselling author of the Pennyfoot Hotel Mysteries! Enthralling mystery, lots of laughter, and a little bit of romance—that's village life in wartime England . . . Left with only a muddle-headed butler, a bossy cook/housekeeper, and a couple of energetic maids, Lady Elizabeth Hartleigh Compton has enough problems on her hands. Not only is she struggling to upkeep the sprawling Manor House and vast acres she inherited, she must also take care of her numerous tenants, while coping with the inconveniences and sacrifices of wartime England. Fortunately Sitting Marsh is far removed from the bombing going on in London and other cities. That doesn't mean that peace prevails in the tiny village. There's the handsome American major who takes over the Manor House for officers' quarters, and the group of belligerent housewives determined to take on the German invaders, not to mention a murder or two . . . Lovers of Agatha Christie's books will find much to enjoy in this tale of intrigue and laughter in an English village, and Emily Brightwell fans will fall in love with the offbeat characters of Sitting Marsh.Mostra libro
Welcome to Rodentia, a fantastical Victorianesque world where forest creatures wear the most flattering fashion of the day while traveling by dragonfly carriage. Join Dover and Popplin as they embark upon a grand adventure filled with intrigue and laughter. What happened to the stolen Braybrook jewels? And how will two young squirrels solve the mystery while caring for the respectable (and handsome) guests of Thistle Creek Inn? A smattering of curious woodland creatures join forces to explore one of the most exciting and puzzling events they have ever encountered.Mostra libro
As London prepares for Christmas, newspapers report the theft of a near-priceless gemstone, the "Blue Carbuncle", from the Countess of Morcar's hotel suite. The police arrest John Horner, a plumber with a criminal record who was in the Countess's room repairing a fireplace grate. Meanwhile, at 221B Baker Street, Dr Watson finds Sherlock Holmes contemplating a battered old hat brought to him by Peterson, a commissionaire who seeks Holmes's help in returning it and a Christmas goose to their rightful owners after he found them dropped in the street during a scuffle. A nametag on the goose reading "Henry Baker" is of little assistance as the name is a very common one. Ultimately, Peterson takes the goose home for dinner while Holmes keeps the hat to study as an intellectual exercise. Wonderful detective work ensues and Sherlock finally solves each problem and apparent conundrum in his usual way.Mostra libro
