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An intelligence officer is swept into a perilous journey across the Middle East to prevent a devastating holy war during World War I. Richard Hannay must navigate a landscape of shifting alliances and ancient prophecies to stop a conspiracy that could change the map of the world. This high-stakes thriller is a masterpiece of early espionage and relentless suspense.
TWO FBI AGENTS COME LOOKING FOR KIKI'S NANNY, AND SUDDENLY THE HOUSEHOLD IS TURNED UPSIDE DOWN. Kiki and her husband must ask themselves the toughest question they'll ever have to face: Can we trust this person with our kids? The answer might say more about them than it does about their nanny, Brawny. But how can you trust someone whose whole life has been a lie? And boy, oh, boy, do Brawny's secrets bring up trust issues for everyone under Kiki's roof. Especially for Kiki's sensitive, thirteen-year-old daughter. (Will she ever get over this betrayal?) It all starts when a totally forgettable woman is found shot dead in her car . . . and whose fault is that? Given the number of blended families today, can a step-parent ever catch a break? Was the murder a drive-by shooting gone wrong? Or an intentional, targeted murder? One of Kiki's friends is accused of hiring a hitman, after a cashier's check for a million dollars goes missing. It's a puzzle with too many pieces, but Kiki's determined to see justice done.Mostra libro
A lot of people want Victor Valance dead. But only one is willing to pull the trigger...and is about to do it again. Bloodson Bay has a dark history soaked in blood and revenge. When a murder is linked to three friends, it's tough to prove their innocence when they each have a motive. Tara: the town troublemaker with a heart of gold. Ginger: the wild grandma whose fashion is stuck in 1986. Sloane: the deaf entrepreneur thrust into fame after her husband is murdered. All three women have one thing in common—a disturbing connection to the body buried on Tara's horse ranch. Everyone in Bloodson Bay heard about the bad blood between Tara and the victim. And rumor has it Ginger's been holding a grudge of her own. But only Sloane knows her own dark connection to him that she wishes would disappear...a secret she's buried as deep as his body. When they stumble on a 1990s cassette tape exposing clues from the past, the trio must work together despite their strained history to catch a killer. As if! Not even the Girl Power of the Spice Girls can prove their innocence, no matter how much they wannabe free from suspicion. One of the women knows too much...and it's only a matter of time before it gets them killed.Mostra libro
Every deal has a cost. Every soul has a story. And the Devil remembers all of them. Meet Lucky Beaumont: casino mogul, mother, monster, angel fallen and remade. To mortals, she's a billionaire with a smile sharp enough to draw blood. To those who cross her path, from bullied children to broken men to the wicked who think they'll never fall, she is something far older, far kinder, and far more terrifying than the legends ever dared to tell. In these interwoven tales, Lucky opens the door to her past and present: a lonely girl clutching a jump rope in a ruined church.... a family road trip to a crater where Heaven once broke.... a trio of students caught between a haunted house and a debt long overdue.... and a predator who finally meets something hungrier than himself. Through each story, Lucky writes to the one person she cannot forget: Rafe, revealing the truth behind mercy, monstrosity, and the love that reshaped Hell itself. Gothic folklore, supernatural noir, an intimate confessional combine in The Devil's Memoirs as it pulls back the curtain on the Morning Star and finds not a villain, but a protector; not damnation, but choice.Mostra libro
An original short story by author Marisa Fife. Action, adventure, suspense, and a touch of romance. It's 1938, and Betty Morelli is on the run from her abusive husband. When she reaches out to her old flame Harvey Cooper for help, she has no idea what dangers await them on the road. Undeterred by obstacles, she is determined to get out of harm's way and bring her husband to justice. But she may realize too late that trying to escape a man with underworld ties could be a grave mistake. This story contains some violence, traumatic situations, and mature themes. It may not be suitable for all audiences. Reader and listener discretion is advised.Mostra libro
Murderous poachers are stalking new prey... ...and a beautiful tourist looks like an easy million bucks. But one woman will rip their scheme to shreds. Special Agent Poppy McVie and her lifelong friend are on a fabulous vacation on the Mexican coast. She’s there to savor margaritas and revel in the sight of sea turtles laying eggs in the sand, but to her horror, poachers raid the nests and rush to sell the eggs on the black market. Poppy’s shattered by the inhumanity and tails the criminals to reclaim the eggs. But as she moves in, one of her crew disappears without a trace. Poppy knows it’s all connected, but how? Will her beach vacation become a nightmare from which there’s no escape? This tropical adventure is perfect for fans of Nevada Barr. Grab your copy and find out why fans describe Poppy as “My hero!” and “Irresistible.” Click the BUY button now! What readers are saying about the series: “Poppy is someone you'd like to be. Courageous, smart, adventurous, caring and tough as nails.” “Extremely well written, fast paced, with some great characters, particularly the feisty, head-strong Poppy.” “I have never been to Costa Rica, but I felt like I was there.” “I loved everything about this book and can't wait to jump into the next one in the series!! Go out and get this book, you will not regret it!!” Poppy McVie, traveling the world to defend animals, one book at a timeMostra libro
In this irresistible mystery from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Joanne Fluke, Hannah Swensen is at the center of a lively summer fest with fun for everyone in Lake Eden, Minnesota—including a cold-blooded murderer … The Tri-County Summer Solstice Celebration has come to town, and even among local artisans, athletes, and marching bands, Hannah attracts fans of her own while serving lip-smacking pink lemonade desserts. But the mood sours when a body turns up, leading revelers to wonder if the festivities mark both the longestday of the year and the deadliest … A retired professional MLB player has met a terrifying end—and, considering the rumors swirling about his past, the list of suspects could fill a small stadium. Among them could soon be Delores, Hannah’s mother, who publicly held a grudge against the victim after he infamously dunked her in the tank at a previous county fair … Now, with her mother’s innocence on the line, a life-changing announcement at The Cookie Jar, and a plethora of desserts to bake, Hannah can’t afford to strike out as she begins a dangerous investigation into the ruthless killer who’s truly in a league of their own … Features Over a Dozen Cookie and Dessert Recipes from The Cookie Jar!Mostra libro
