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  The Dain Curse

  Dashiell Hammett

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  In The Dain Curse by Dashiell Hammett, hard-boiled detective "Continental Op" unravels a web of murder, betrayal, and a supposed family curse plaguing the enigmatic and captivating Gabrielle Dain. As he navigates a gritty underworld of cults, cons, and conspiracies, the Op’s relentless pursuit of the truth keeps readers on edge with every bizarre twist. This gripping noir thriller delivers relentless suspense and sharp dialogue that will hook fans of classic detective fiction. 
  Dashiell Hammett, a former operative for The Pinkerton Detective Agency, revolutionized crime fiction with his gritty, realistic novels like The Maltese Falcon and The Dain Curse, establishing the hard-boiled detective genre. His sharp, economical prose and complex characters, such as Sam Spade, influenced generations of writers and defined noir literature. Hammett’s work, blending raw authenticity with psychological depth, remains a cornerstone of American literary history. 
  Frank Marcopolos is an acclaimed audiobook narrator known for his captivating performances of classic and contemporary works, including Dashiell Hammett’s Red Harvest and Anton Chekhov’s stories, bringing vivid authenticity to each tale. His versatile voice and storytelling prowess have earned him praise for delivering immersive, high-quality narrations across platforms like Audible and Storytel, making him a standout in the audiobook industry. He currently lives in Florida with his dog, Sparky. He was a U.S. paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division during the war.

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  Show Me the Bunny

  Laurien Berenson

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  Aunt Rose already has a strike against her for not being too fond of dogs—or Aunt Peg. But Melanie still agrees to organize Easter festivities at Gallagher House, the new women's shelter opened by the stern former nun, even if it takes all the jellybeans in Greenwich to sweeten the arrangement. No sooner does Melanie arrive to dye multicolor eggs and stuff baskets, than she learns devasting news about Beatrice Gallagher, the respected benefactor of the estate. Beatrice has fallen to her death, and the circumstances are shocking . . .  
   
    
    
  No one can say why or how charitable Beatrice got pushed into an early grave. Yet for a supposedly warm and generous philanthropist, rumors have her pinned as an overbearing manipulator who used money to control the unfortunate few trapped in her inner circle. Facing an uncertain future as danger lurks around Gallagher House, Melanie and Aunt Rose must tolerate each other's company long enough to discover the truth about Beatrice's true nature and identify a vengeful killer—before another person's idyllic spring break becomes a serious nightmare . . .

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  The Woman in White

  Wilkie Collins

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  "The Woman in White" is a novel by Wilkie Collins, first published in 1859. It is considered one of the earliest examples of the mystery and detective genres. The story unfolds through multiple narrators and involves complex plots and subplots, centering around the mysterious figure of a woman dressed entirely in white. As the characters delve into her identity and circumstances, they become embroiled in a tale of love, betrayal, and nefarious schemes. The novel was revolutionary in its use of the "sensation" genre and remains a classic in mystery and detective fiction.

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  Weird Tales: Best of the Early...

  Harry Houdini

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  Thirteen tales of terror—from the macabre and morbid to unexplainable stories of the occult—from such authors as Harry Houdini, H. P. Lovecraft, and others.    First hitting newsstands in 1923, Weird Tales magazine quickly became a literary monster in discovering and publishing the best horror, sci-fi and fantasy writers of its day.   The pulp magazine was one of the earliest publications, if not the first, to feature strange tales of occultism and alien invasions that simply didn’t fit into any other magazine at that time.   The stories struck a chord with those early audiences, and as a result, Weird Tales created a subgenre as “weird” could be attached itself to various genres.   Marquee names like master magician Harry Houdini and cosmic horror creator H. P. Lovecraft graced the magazine’s pages during those early years with several debut stories, alongside authors who were already giants in their own right—Otis Adelbert Kline, Seabury Quinn, and Greye La Spina. Maybe lesser known, but no less influential, writers like Frank Belknap Long Jr., Mary S. Brown, Lyllian Huntley Harris, Hasan Vokine, Arthur J. Burks, and H. Warner Munn turned out disturbing yarns that have stood the test of time only to be resurrected nearly a century later.   This collection features those early authors across thirteen spooky stories from the impactful years of 1923 to 1925 that are best enjoyed at the witching hour.   Reading ritual aside, you’ve been warned.

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  The Wiregrass Witness - A Legal...

  Joe Cargile

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  Who knows what dark secrets hide in the southern wiregrass . . . 
   
   
   
  After seven long years in prison, Colt Hudson is finally returning to Blake County, Georgia. But in his hometown, he's treated like just another criminal—with good reason. The scion of a tight-knit southern clan, Colt's family is deeply involved in one of the most dangerous meth operations in Georgia. An organized drug ring that authorities have worked for years to break up. 
   
   
   
  Colt's early release from prison comes with strings attached—a deal with narcotics squad commander Tim Dawson, who wants information that could help bust the family business. But when the drug agent who put Colt away seven years ago turns up dead, a dangerous conspiracy begins to unravel. 
   
   
   
  Tenacious lawyer Maggie Reynolds finds herself drawn into the case as she uncovers a shocking cover-up by the Sheriff's office. As she navigates a labyrinth of deceit and corruption, Maggie must fight to uncover the truth . . . even if it means putting her own life on the line. 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Operation Fènghuáng

  Ralph L. Mayr

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  Nathan Long, CEO of the mysterious software corporation Veridical, travels to Southeast Asia on business—unaware that his life will soon fall apart. A hacker collective makes monstrous allegations: His software, developed to fight crime, is allegedly being misused to suppress dissidents in autocratic countries. When loose accusations turn into brutal blackmail, Nathan finds himself caught between two ruthless sides. Who is telling the truth? Whom can he trust? And how far will he go to save his company—and his own life?

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