Publisher: Edizioni Savine
A detective novel first published in 1896 by Lawrence L. Lynch, the author of "No Proof," "Moina," "Madeline Payne, the Detective's Daughter" and many other titles. Emily "Emma" Medora Murdock Lynch Van Deventer (January 16, 1853 – May 3, 1914) was an American mystery novelist who wrote under the name Lawrence L. Lynch.
After her sister is murdered, a woman infiltrates a support group for serial killers in this biting queer feminist debut thriller, perfect for fans of The Final Girl Support Group and My Sister, the Serial Killer.When Cyra Griffin’s younger sister is murdered by a serial killer, Cyra knows better than to expect justice from the hands of the police department. With the investigation already dying its own slow death, Cyra follows the blood trail and finds her own way forward.Using insider information (don’t ask), Cyra infiltrates a support group for serial killers by pretending to be one herself in the hopes of finding the person who ended her sister’s life. Proving herself to them comes at a cost, but it’s one Cyra is willing to pay in the name of revenge.But the dangerous men in the group aren’t the only obstacle in Cyra’s path for vengeance, and the further Cyra descends into the deadly world of serial killers, the harder it becomes to hold on to her own humanity.This dark, witty debut novel is a cunning homage to women’s wrongs that will have you wondering exactly how many monsters walk unseen among us.Show book
This first collection of tales by Rosalie Parker contains eight stories that explore the uncanny in the modern world. As Glen Cavaliero observes in his introduction, "like all good stories of the preternatural, these in The Old Knowledge have a subversive effect." In them, "the world of logical, predictable reality is seen to be at risk from rejected modes of knowledge which can thwart the materialist and victimise those innocents who stumble into another order of reality." Contents: Chanctonbury Ring / In the Garden / Spirit Solutions / The Cook's Story / The Old Knowledge / The Picture / The Rain / The Supply Teacher.Show book
Everyone’s favorite moral philosopher and amateur sleuth, Isabel Dalhousie, is back and once again finds herself facing a number of tricky situations and philosophical questions, both public and private. Isabel’s life has fallen into a comfortable and tidy rhythm. Well, as tidy as things can be with two small boys wreaking havoc around the house. But when her husband, Jamie, invites a woman named Dawn—recently embroiled in a contentious affair with a member of Jamie’s orchestra—to stay with them, things begin to go awry. Strange noises can be heard from the upper floor, even when Dawn is supposedly at work, and the couple wonders whether something more nefarious may be afoot. If that weren’t enough, Professor Robert Lettuce is staging an academic conference and has asked Isabel to publish the conference papers in a special issue of the Review of Applied Ethics. But something is definitely suspect about the funding, and it will be up to Isabel to sort it out. As the truth comes to light, Isabel must once more rely on her kindness, powers of deduction and philosophical expertise to navigate these sensitive matters.Show book
Embark on a Final Adventure with Sherlock Holmes Dive into His Last Bow, the remarkable conclusion to Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary series of Sherlock Holmes stories. Set against the backdrop of wartime espionage, this tale showcases Holmes' unparalleled intellect as he takes on a perilous mission that could determine the fate of nations. This audiobook not only captures the brilliance of the detective’s methods but also offers an intimate look at his enduring friendship with Dr. Watson, his sense of duty, and his ultimate bow from the stage of mystery-solving. Narrated with precision by a state-of-the-art AI voice, this rendition brings to life the drama, intrigue, and timeless wit of Doyle’s writing. Prepare for a gripping farewell to one of literature’s most celebrated characters.Show book
When victims turn up with Shakespearean sonnets left on their bodies, the handiwork of a diabolical serial killer, FBI Special Agent (and psychic medium) Carly See is called in. Can she use her intuition to supplement her brilliant investigative skills and save the next victim before it’s too late?NO WAY OUT (A Carly See FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 1) is the debut novel in a new series by mystery and suspense author Rylie Dark.FBI Special Agent Carly See, a star in the elite BAU unit, hides a terrible secret: she can speak with the dead. The murder of her sister, still unsolved, plunged her life into grief and awakened a new power within her. Sometimes messages come from direct contact, other times in dreams. All of it feels like a curse—until Carly realizes she can harness her new skills to solve cases. But her abilities are unreliable, and Carly must use her brilliant mind to complete the puzzle—all while struggling to keep her secret from her colleagues.As Carly races to decode the conflicting messages she receives from the other side, she wonders: Why these poems? Why these victims? What connects them? What is the killer’s secret message?And who will he strike next?In a twisted game of cat and mouse, this killer seems to know way too much about Carly. Is he toying with her?Or is Carly herself the prey?A page-turning thriller packed with twists and turns, secrets, and harrowing surprises you won’t see coming, the CARLY SEE series is a mystery series that will endear you to a unique new character and having you turning pages, bleary-eyed, late into the night.Books #2 and #3 in the series—NO WAY BACK and NO WAY HOME—are now also available.Show book
In "She and Allan" by H. Rider Haggard, Allan Quatermain embarks on a perilous journey to Ethiopia, where he encounters the mesmerizing Ayesha, the immortal queen from "She." As their paths intertwine, they face danger, intrigue, and betrayal while unraveling ancient mysteries tied to Ayesha’s past reign and mystical powers. Amidst sweeping landscapes and hidden kingdoms, Quatermain grapples with his growing fascination for Ayesha, whose ambitions challenge his sense of morality. The novel blends adventure, romance, and mysticism as it explores themes of destiny, love, and humanity's quest for meaning in an unforgiving world.Show book
