Verlag: Wildside Press
She was blond, stacked, and meant business. Johnny Liddell realized she was a player, but couldn't resist, even though he knew better. Blackmail, a sultry nightclub singer, and all the dead bodies piling up around him make for one of Johnny's toughest cases.
She is at the top of her game. Powerful. Successful. Envied. Hunted? You know what they say about formidable women. There is always a man trying to siphon their air out of the room. When Rave Maps, one of the top value engineers in the world, loses a big consulting opportunity, she realizes that someone else is in the running for her business. But who? While her mind teases out the answer during a work-play visit to the lush, beautiful Portuguese island of Madeira, Rave realizes she has less time than she originally thought. Several masked attackers make an attempt on her life. Rave has no choice. She needs to find the source. It’s closer than she thinks. It might even be inside her head… An addictive thriller with a breakneck twist set against a backdrop of stunning landscapes: the imposing mountains Steamboat Springs, the cityscape of Toronto, and the lights of ParisZum Buch
A deadly storm, a haunting discovery . . . and secrets trapped within the snow.Sue Jaworski and her husband, Alan, are looking forward to a festive winter getaway at the Alpine Holiday Lodge. With snow sports, patriotic performances, and a cozy atmosphere, it promises the perfect escape—until they arrive to discover Alan's estranged daughter, Judy, is running the event.As a blizzard bears down on the lodge, Sue is surprised that Judy doesn't cancel the show. But the real shock comes when Judy is found in a daze, covered in blood, beside her husband's body, claiming to remember nothing.Soon after, guests report missing items, and the lodge's owners discover their security system has been hacked. Are the thefts connected to the murder—or is Sue the only one seeing the threads hidden beneath the whiteout?With snow piling up and tensions rising, Sue must trust her instincts—and Alan's support—to untangle the truth before the killer strikes again. Bedlam in the Blizzard is a wholesome cozy mystery with endearing characters and a satisfying whodunnit at its heart. Fans of Murder, She Wrote, Betty Rowlands, and the timeless charm of Nancy Drew will feel right at home in Aspen Notch.Zum Buch
Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunctionis a novel that explores the immense challenges facing the next US Administration, both domestically and internationally, while seeking creative solutions and individuals ready to implement them. Beyond political matters, the story delves into personal struggles such as the lingering trauma of losing a spouse, the difficulty of relocating, the mixed feelings about retirement, and the psychological need to stay relevant and connected in one's later years. The narrative aims to provoke thought, but also to entertain, with a tone light enough to evoke a smile or occasional laughter. The book begins on the day of the 2021 presidential inauguration and is told through the perspective of the protagonist, "Salt Pepper," a former US Government employee and Washington law firm associate. It highlights the severe polarization and partisanship dividing both American society and the government, as well as the strained relationships between the US and other nations. Salt, thinking he has retired to his family farm in rural Virginia, is convinced by an old friend-soon to be Secretary of State in a new Administration-to take on a temporary covert diplomatic role. This assignment leads Salt and a capable female colleague on a journey to the White House, London, Berlin, Prague, and sensitive meetings with diplomats, including those from the Middle East. Rooted in history, current affairs, and human nature, the novel sheds light on the inheritance of international instability, domestic political toxicity, and the disruptive forces impacting small towns, rural America, and the manufacturing sector. It also emphasizes the global demand for US leadership and the pressing need for courageous leaders willing to tackle these challenges, no matter the risks or difficulties.Zum Buch
This recording has been digitally produced by Katie Rush, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. When bodies are discovered in historic lighthouses in the Great Lakes region, FBI Agent Cara Ward must return home and navigate its harsh landscape with only fragmented maps as clues to stop a killer who will stop at nothing… AMONG THE ASHES (A Cara Ward FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 2) is the second novel in a new series by mystery and suspense author Katie Rush. The series begins with AMONG THE DEAD (Book 1). The Cara Ward series is a compelling and intense thrill ride starring a gifted but tormented female protagonist. This captivating mystery delivers relentless excitement, nail-biting tension, astonishing twists, and a rapid-fire tempo that ensures you'll be turning pages well past bedtime. Fans of Kendra Elliot, Lisa Regan, and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available!Zum Buch
'A violent and dark addition to the series' The Sun 'A complex and expertly crafted thriller.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Breathtakingly brilliant' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ TWO DEATHS Tommy and Markie Jones are discovered dead at the side of a road in Scotland. TWO RIVAL GANGS Detectives Jazzy Solanki and Annie McQueen are on the scene where the bodies are identified as the nephews of Loanie Gibbs, head of a notable Edinburgh gang. The turf war between the gangs of Glasgow and Edinburgh has existed for years, but these murders signal an escalation in violence. ONE UNFORGIVABLE BETRAYAL As the investigation unfolds, there’s suspicion about a leak within the police force, and to her dismay Jazzy is asked to keep a watchful eye on someone close to her. With distrust on all sides, can the pair uncover the truth before the body count mounts even more? 'A violent and dark addition to the series.' The Sun Don't miss the next instalment in the Solanki and McQueen Crime Series, perfect for fans of Stuart MacBride, Val McDermid and Marion Todd.Praise for Liz Mistry: 'Page-turning and chilling' The Sun 'Riveting' The Post 'The story was full of twists and was intense and immersive. A fantastic start to an intriguing new series’ Angela Marsons ‘A harrowing and suspenseful page turner that perfectly encapsulates “Northern Noir”. This is how a police procedural is done’ Nadine Matheson 'Packed with humour and grit, The Revenge Pact is a fantastic thriller told at a breakneck pace. Liz Mistry is fast becoming one of my favourite authors, and the Jazz Queens might just be my favourite new detective duo' Tom Mead ‘Northern Noir doesn't get much better than this! Gripping from start to finish, this is a superb story.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow, wow, wow Liz Mistry certainly knows how to engage and entertain her readers through her writing. I absolutely loved this book and devoured it in less than two days…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Liz Mistry has done it again. This latest book in her series has it all, mystery, suspense, and thriller. Captivating from the start.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was a perfect police procedural book, with everything going for it… The storyline was exciting from the start and the characterisation spot on.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This novel is a masterclass in thrillers, with its suspenseful storyline and compelling characters. The final reveal is a testament to the author's storytelling prowess, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the sequel. For fans of J M Dalgliesh (When Death Calls), Cheryl Rees-Price (Winter's Cry), Nick Louth (The Last Ride), Andrew Raymond (The Shortlist), and Joy Ellis (ECHOES ON THE FENS a brand new gripping crime thriller full of twists). HarperCollins 2024Zum Buch
A young untested ship captain finds a man named Leggatt clinging to the side of his ship. The Captain makes the unusual decision to hide Leggatt in his quarters. What is he thinking? Conrad will tell us. - The Secret Sharer was first published in the August and September 1910 issues of Harper’s Magazine (Summary by Gregg Margarite)Zum Buch
