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After the cards were dealt, one player didn't make the cut. At a local poker tournament, a player is murdered after the first game day. A suspect is booked for the murder, but something doesn't add up. To root out the real killer, Niki joins the tournament. But is the deck stacked against her?
"The Adventure of the Solitary Cyclist", one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is one of 13 stories in the cycle collected as The Return of Sherlock Holmes. Holmes is contacted by Miss Violet Smith of Farnham, Surrey about an unusual turn in hers and her mother's lives. Violet's father has recently died and left his wife and daughter rather poor. There was an ad in the news asking about their whereabouts. Answering it, they met Mr. Carruthers and Mr. Woodley, the former a pleasant enough man, but the latter a bully. They had come from South Africa, where they had known Violet's uncle Ralph Smith, who had now also died in poverty and apparently wanted to see that his relatives were provided for. This struck Violet as odd, since she and her family had not heard a word from Smith since his departure for South Africa 25 years ago. Carruthers and Woodley explained that before dying, Ralph had heard of his brother's death and felt responsible for his survivors' welfare.Mostra libro
This is a concise summary and analysis of The Madman's Tale, by John Katzenbach. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by John Katzenbach. Ideal for those seeking a quick and insightful overview. Step into the shadowy corridors of The Madman’s Tale, a riveting psychological thriller that blurs the line between reality and delusion. In this dynamic audiobook adaptation by the author, follow Franny Petrel—a troubled patient whose harrowing recollections of life within a crumbling psychiatric institution unveil a dark mystery hidden deep within its walls. As Franny grapples with haunting memories of abuse, systemic neglect, and personal loss, he embarks on an unexpected quest for truth that challenges not only his own grasp on reality but also the very foundation of the institution that once confined him. Told in a vivid and suspenseful style, this audiobook doesn’t merely narrate a story of murder and madness—it offers powerful insights into resilience, self-reflection, and the transformative power of confronting our deepest fears. As you listen, discover how the courage to face uncomfortable truths can spark profound personal growth and sharpen your problem-solving skills. Perfect for an adult audience eager to boost productivity and navigate life’s complexities, The Madman’s Tale invites you to find clarity and strength in the midst of chaos, proving that even the darkest secrets can illuminate a path toward renewal.Mostra libro
When a young caregiver is falsely accused of stealing from her elderly client, Cara Mia Delgatto refuses to stand by with her mouth shut. That famous Italian temper of Cara's is hotter than a bottle rocket. Instead of ignoring the girl's plight, Cara launches her own investigation, even though she has plenty to keep her busy at her store, The Treasure Chest, a shop specializing in upcycling, recycling, and repurposing with a coastal theme. If that wasn't enough, Cara's new beau has disappeared—vanished!—and she's forced to wonder how her taste in men could possibly be so bad? Meanwhile, she's assisting two brides-to-be as they plan their weddings and occasionally acting as referee when the two women clash over dates for their nuptials. And yeah, then there's that online bashing her reputation is taking. Otherwise, it's just another sunny day in Paradise!Mostra libro
They took his liberty. Now they want his life. Black-ops legend Christopher Wren prevented three major terror attacks on the homeland, and his reward? Dumped in a CIA black site for the rest of his life. But for Wren's enemies, that's not enough. They want to destroy him - his reputation, his friends, his family. It begins with a string of vicious murders, and continues right up to the door of Wren's cell. Because this attack is a false flag. The killers are claiming responsibility in Wren's name, and the CIA believe them - now the full weight of the US government is coming for those he cares most about. No one is safe. Everyone is a target. Only Wren can expose the true killers and end the witch hunt, but the CIA will never give him that chance - not when they believe he masterminded it all... They think he's a terrorist. Maybe he better start acting like one...Mostra libro
After I discovered my neighbor's affair, my mistake was getting involved . . . I've never liked my next-door neighbor, Tanya, but I'm shocked when I discover she is having an affair. She doesn't seem the type, plus her husband, Joe, is gorgeous, so why would she risk her marriage? With her secret out, I have to decide what to do next. My husband, Spencer, wants me to stay out of it. He says it's none of my business and he might be right. But news travels fast on a street as sleepy as mine and sordid secrets aren't safe in suburbia . . . I can't help it. I have to get involved. I believe I am doing the right thing, only to discover, to my horror, that my neighbor is not the only one capable of making a mistake. I am too, as are the people closest to me, and as things get out of control and multiple marriages are at stake, I'm going to wish I never found out about my neighbor's affair . . . A fast-paced and twist-filled psychological thriller from the author of The Couple's Revenge, The Perfect Nurse, and the #1 bestseller, The Doctor's Wife.Mostra libro
An engineer, Victor Hatherley, attends Dr Watson's surgery after his thumb is chopped off, and recounts his tale to Watson and Holmes. Hatherley had been hired for 50 guineas to repair a machine he was told compressed Fuller's earth into bricks. Hatherley was told to keep the job confidential, and was transported to the job in a carriage with frosted glass, to keep the location secret. He was shown the press, but on closer inspection discovered a "crust of metallic deposit" on the press, and he suspected it was not being used for compressing earth. He confronted his employer, who attacked him, and during his escape his thumb is chopped off. Holmes deduces that the press is being used to produce counterfeit coins, and works out its location. However, when they arrive, the house is on fire, and the criminals have escaped.Mostra libro
