Casa editrice: Wildside Press
When a priest is murdered, the police seek Nick Carter's help to unravel the mystery. A classic Nickel Weekly mystery!
Always the bridesmaid . . . Never the . . . Killer? Food truck entrepreneur and blooming amateur sleuth, Billie Halifax, is excited that Sea Glass Island is hosting the annual late fall bridal convention. She has big plans to proudly display her new bakery truck at the event, hoping to gain gaggles of new customers. Her excitement wanes, however, when she discovers a woman's body on the beach. Sensing something suspicious, Billie dives into investigating and comes to the quick conclusion that not everyone on the island is there for a good reason. Strangers present themselves in the most frightening of ways and soon, serving up delicious treats to customers is the least of her worries. Bridesmaids that seem more like frenemies than actual friends, and a series of unfortunate events that unmask old rivalries and secrets galore, catapult her into a relentless search for the truth. The deeper she digs, the worse the possible outcome seems to be, but Billie refuses to quit and races against time to solve her most twisty mystery yet. Mousse Hysteria will take you on a wild ride where both love and murder are in the air.Mostra libro
An Odyssey Through Jerusalem (The Sherlock Holmes Advent Calendar, Part 2): Inspector Lestrade brings Holmes and Watson to Twickenham, where they investigate a murder case in the convent. If they can even make it there.Mostra libro
Unearth the past. Awaken the future. When archaeologist Dr Emilia Kaya uncovers a massive sarcophagus containing the remains of a mysterious winged creature, she sets in motion a chain of events that could lead to the resurrection of the Nephilim—the fearsome giants of biblical legend. Desperate to unlock the secrets hidden within the ancient bones, Emilia enlists the help of geneticist Dr Alex Novak, who races to decode the DNA that could confirm the existence of these beings. But their curiosity leads them into the center of a shadowy conflict over the power to redefine life itself—one that risks unleashing an unstoppable force. In this gripping short story that blurs the lines between science and faith, award-winning author J.F. Penn weaves together elements of archaeology, genetics, and biblical mythology. De-Extinction of the Nephilim will leave you questioning the nature of humanity and the consequences of playing God.Mostra libro
Meet the most irresistible serial killer of the year in this twisty feminist thriller that’s as wickedly fun as it is lethal. Saffy Huntley-Oliver is an intelligent and glamorous socialite; she also happens to be a proficient serial killer. For the past fifteen years, she’s hunted down and dispatched rapists, murderers, domestic abusers—bad men all. But leading a double life has left her lonely—dating’s tough when your boyfriend might turn out to be your next victim. Saffy thinks she’s finally found a truly good man in Jonathan Desrosiers, a true-crime podcaster who’s amassed legions of diehardfans for cracking cold cases and bringing justice to victims. When a decapitated body shows up on Jon’s doorstep the morning after his wife leaves him, he becomes the chief suspect for a murder he insists he didn’t commit. Saffy's crush becomes an obsession as she orchestrates a meet-cute and volunteers to help Jon clear his name, using every trick up her sleeve to find the real killer and get her man—no matter the cost. Darkly comic and addictively readable, Bad Men is a wild romp of a feminist thriller that asks whether even a serial killer can have a happily-ever-after. “The feminist serial killer you didn’t know you were waiting for. Sensational.”—Clare Mackintosh, bestselling author of The Last PartyMostra libro
At Finchmere, beneath the snow, an ambush lies in wait...After a dazzling Indian wedding, Nell and Rav return to a frost-kissed Finchmere, eager to host their blessing in the woodland Nell loves best. But, as their nearest and dearest gather, someone is setting a deadly snare.The country estate is in its winter finery, with new artisans creating crafts for the Festive Finchmere Christmas Market. Before the celebrations unfold, a shocking secret is revealed, which shows how their families were fatally intertwined, centuries before Nell and Rav said, 'I do.'As their newlywed bliss unravels, some of their party are poisoned - and Rav is forced to face the risk of losing those he loves. While Nell wrestles with her own family history, the tragedies in Rav's sow seeds of doubt as she hunts down the murderer.But Nell cannot expose the truth that will save Rav, his family, and their relationship without evidence.Using all her ecological skills - and all her nerve - Nell must set a dangerous trap for the most cold-blooded killer she's encountered yet.With the predator poised to pounce, can Nell lure them out of hiding before someone else she loves becomes their prey?Mostra libro
They’re separated by almost a century. Yet, they’ll both hunt the same stolen masterpiece . . .London, present day. Art recovery specialist Zoe Andrews really needs a break. And all that stands in the way of a well-deserved romantic getaway is an open-and-shut case tracking down a valuable painting’s origin. But Zoe’s vacation plans unravel when the priceless piece is lifted from the gallery, throwing her headlong into a media frenzy.England, 1923. Olive Belgrave prides herself on discreetly solving rich people’s problems. But her latest assignment to catalogue a stately manor’s artwork collection would be far easier if the staff weren’t mysteriously hostile. And the job turns from irritating to dangerous when she interrupts a shadowy intruder attempting to make off with a rare canvas.As both women pursue the artwork, they’ll each confront swindlers who hide behind every frame . . . Duplicity is the seventh book in the On the Run International Mysteries series. If you like parallel stories, puzzling robberies, and scenic tours of Europe, then you’ll love Sara Rosett’s enthralling novel.Mostra libro
