Publisher: Wildside Press
Vetuka of the Shark Clan, anging Melanesian fishermen and ,diver is approached by his nephew Likuva and Japanese friend Michiko to find the wreck of the WW II-era Japanese warship Shima Maru, which was carrying 50,000 gold yen. They find the ship and make plans to retrieve the gold, but Vetuka discovers they have something far more nefarious in mind.
When you can fake anything, how do you know what’s real? Harlow Close has made a career as an influencer uncovering the secrets of Winnipeg, dubbed ‘North America's strangest city’. The region is renowned for its sub-zero temperatures, dropping to minus 40 degrees – sometimes for months at a time. Yet, it’s not just the frigid winters and geographic seclusion that render Winnipeg peculiar. When Harlow's father mysteriously disappears amidst a particularly brutal cold snap, suspicions of foul play arise. It’s not like Scott to miss phone calls –and he's been even more cautious since that time he was catfished by a romance scammer. Unhappy with the pace of the police investigation, Harlow launches her own search, enlisting her sister Blaise’s reluctant help. As Harlow struggles to uncover what happened to her father, she’s forced to question everyone and everything around her – including herself. ‘With Dark Mode, Ashley Kalagian Blunt announced her arrival on the thriller scene with a bang. In this follow-up, we would expect nothing less than a smart, twisty plot, set in an unforgettable place and populated by deeply human characters – but Cold Truth does even more than that. In bringing us into the depths of Canadian winter, Ashley takes us right into what makes us who we are. Blood ties and shady online dealings come to the fore in this enthralling novel. I adored this book – compelling crime fiction at its absolute best.’ HAYLEY SCRIVENOR, author of Dirt Town and Girl Falling ‘Cold Truth is bone-chilling in every way: a missing father, a complicated relationship between sisters and a taut mystery in an icy Canadian winter. With twists that had me gasping, the story rocketed towards a gripping finale. I could not put it down! Another explosive thriller from the master of the cliff-hanger.’ PETRONELLA MCGOVERN, author of The Liars and The Last Trace ‘Ashley Kalagian Blunt has done it again, delivering another propulsive psychological thriller that filled me with dread from the first page to its shocking conclusion. Set in the depths of the Canadian winter, Cold Truth was truly chilling; a relentless ride that had me guessing at every turn and reading into the early hours of the morning. Kalagian Blunt has established herself as the master of terrifying, addictive thrillers that will leave you questioning your own safety.’ SHANKARI CHANDRAN, author of Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens and Unfinished Business ‘Vivid, twisty, fast-paced and action-packed, I tore through Cold Truth in two days. It left me shivering—with both cold and the stark reminder that in this world where anything can be faked, truth is as stable as quicksand.’ PIP DRYSDALE, author of The Next Girl and The Close Up ‘Atmospheric, twisty and terrifying, Cold Truth is a taut and pulse-racing thriller that left me with an icy shiver. A story of sisterhood, loss, deceit and triumph – laced with the menace (and malice) of the dark web. I devoured this moreish book and was devastated to finish it. Ashley Kalagian Blunt just keeps on getting better and better.’ ALI LOWE, author of The School Run and The Running Club ‘Q: What do you get if you mix digital crime, high stakes action, subzero temperatures and the complexities of sisterhood? A: The new lightning-paced thriller from Australia’s queen of tech noir. With a plot and setting that give whole new meaning to the word ‘chilling’, Cold Truth not only confirms Ashley Kalagian Blunt’s special gift for twists and turns but also her uncanny knack for character magic and black humour. Trust me, if you thought Dark Mode was unputdownable, you won’t want to miss this spinetingling pageturner. Come for the scares, stay for the harsh reality.’ ANNA DOWNES, author of The Safe Place and Red River RoadShow book
Detective Ethan Cross has dedicated years to patrolling the streets of Graystone City, a metropolis plagued by corruption, crime, and shadows that engulf the innocent. When a high-profile murder shakes the political elite, Ethan discovers a disturbing pattern linking the crime to his own family bloodlines he believed were long forgotten. As the city’s most sinister secrets come to light, Ethan must maneuver through a labyrinth of deception, betrayal, and greed, where every ally may turn out to be an adversary, and every truth conceals a falsehood. Racing against time, he must face the sins of the past to apprehend a killer whose motives are as personal as they are lethal. In Bloodline in the City, loyalty is put to the test, justice becomes a gamble, and the city never forgets.Show book
Welcome to Eldey, an island with deadly secrets. Mona: a carefree artist, staying at the Cloister to work on her illustrations. Beth: the harried mother of a toddler, on the remote Welsh island for a weekend with her family. Charlotte: a reluctant stepmother who wanted a romantic getaway with her husband. One of them is a serial killer who poisoned four of her friends at her eleventh birthday party. They all fit the profile. Who will risk everything to kill again? An absolutely gripping Welsh crime novel, perfect for fans of Sarah Pearse and Lucy Foley.Show book
When a superstitious woman becomes terrified after a psychic predicts doom linked to the mysterious “blue geranium,” her death shocks the peaceful village of Little Ambrose. But Miss Marple suspects dark forces beyond mere fright and sets out to uncover a cunning murder hidden beneath the veil of fear, secrets, and ghostly warnings. This clever, atmospheric mystery blends supernatural hints with sharp detective work in classic Agatha Christie style.Show book
As shadows lengthen over Europe, the nefarious blueprint for a "Master Race" heralds the dawn of the Nazi's vision for a 1000-year Reich. The Lebensborn programme becomes the dark heart of this vision, a chilling scheme to engineer a future dominated by the genetically "pure" Aryans. Against this backdrop of eugenics and ambition, "Lebensborn" unveils the next chapter in the Addlestone Chronicles, where duty and danger collide with the indomitable spirit of two British spies. James and Louise Harcourt-Heath, now a formidable team in love and war, find themselves once again at the vortex of history's most sinister plans. Recruited by MI5, England's elite security service, their journey takes them from the deceptive calm of England to the charged atmospheres of Germany, Italy, and France. Amidst the glittering façade of the 1936 winter and summer Olympic games in Hitler’s Germany, they delve deeper into the heart of darkness, unearthing secrets that could alter the course of humanity. As they navigate a treacherous path, James and Louise are not just participants in a game of espionage—they are guardians of the light against the encroaching shadow of tyranny. The stakes are higher, the risks greater, and their resolve stronger. Beyond the thrilling adventures and heart-stopping moments, "Lebensborn" stands as a poignant reminder of history's lessons. Drawing unsettling parallels between the Europe of the 1930s and contemporary political currents in the US, the UK, and beyond, it echoes the timeless warning against the resurgence of fascist ideologies. Prepare to be enthralled by this gripping saga of courage, love, and defiance. James and Louise Harcourt-Heath return in an epic tale that not only entertains but implores us to remember and remain vigilant. The battle for the future is not just fought on the fields of war but in the hearts and minds of those who dare to dream of a world free from the shadows of tyranny.Show book
A horrific thrill ride you won't be able to put down, until the unbelievably shocking ending! Death on the Railway is a supernatural crime thriller with an element of romance. This thriller is set in the highly stressed, fast-paced world we live in today and will appeal to readers who enjoy psychological thrillers. When the parents of 21-year-old Angelo Russo are tragically killed in a car accident, he is left in the care of his older sister, Carina Russo, who seduces him. Both Angelo and Carina fall deeply in love with one another, but Carina fears that her professional modeling career will be in jeopardy should the salacious secrets of her life be exposed. After she has a fight with Angelo, she disappears into the night, never to be seen alive again. Once Angelo gets hired to be a conductor for Morton City Railway, he discovers that his beloved sister has become a murder victim of the city's psycho serial killer, the "Railway Butcher." Angelo is incessantly haunted by his sister's ghost as more of his colleagues and friends become victims of the "butcher." Angelo's crusade to find justice for Carina and his friends quickly turns into one needing to prove his own innocence, when he becomes the prime suspect during the police investigations. When a new love, named Carlita Gomez, also enters his life, Angelo accepts that he needs to let go of his romantic love for Carina in order to find true happiness; but Carina isn't ready to let go, and he must now fight for his life and to protect the woman that he loves. This new version will be more reader-friendly and less offensive. However, since "Death on the Railway" is primarily a horror story, this book is NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THE FAINT OF HEART. This new version still contains graphic horror, gore, violence and mature subject matters. Author, Manuel Rose, injects his many years of railroad experience and knowledge into this novel in order to help make this terrifying tale believable.Show book
