Publisher: Wildside Press
Harry Nolan headed home after work to his beautiful new wife and their brand-new apartment. One hour later, both were gone—and everyone was trying to convince Harry they’d never existed! Originally published in Detective Tales magazine in 1953, this is classic pulp mystery fiction at its best.
Claire Malloy—Arkansas bookseller and widowed mother—after a long courtship has finally said "I do" to her swain, Lieutenant Peter Rosen. Now they are on their honeymoon in Luxor, Egypt. That is, Claire is on her honeymoon—accompanied by Caron, her teenaged daughter, and Inez, Caron's best friend and frequent partner in adventure. Peter is mostly away on various mysterious consultations with equally mysterious government agencies for his new mysterious job. Claire is intent on a quiet, uneventful honeymoon, but things go from bucolic to creepy, when Caron and Inez are chased through darkened deserted alleys, by persons unknown, and a student of their acquaintance is kidnapped by two young men on horseback in a scene reminiscent of a Valentino film. Something is clearly afoot in this tourist paradise, and Claire will stop at nothing to find out what it is.Show book
On a bitter winter’s night in Pine Creek, 1989, central New South Wales, 14-year-old city boy Alec tells his mother a secret before he goes to bed. It’s the last time she will see him alive. In the weeks before, forbidden to go near the new neighbours, Sara is watching when Alec is threatened by a stranger, and later, when he meets secretly with someone familiar. When Alec goes missing, the incidents take on new significance, but in the menacing shadow of her father, Sara knows not to make trouble. A decade later, the guilt that still plagues her resurfaces when Sara returns to the farm, where she discovers that the darkest secrets lie closest to home.Show book
A BRAND NEW gripping gangland thriller from Gillian Godden! Perfect for fans of Kimberley Chambers and Martina Cole 🔥 Alex Silva has done his time. Now, he just wants a fresh start. After years behind bars, Alex is finally free and determined to go straight. No more trouble, no more deals—just a clean slate for him and his family and a legit life running his old pub. But the streets don’t forget, and neither do old enemies. Coming home isn’t the reunion he hoped for. With his daughter Deana missing, Alex discovers the kids have dragged the wrong kind of trouble to his doorstep. A turf war is brewing and for the first time in his life, Alex is on the losing side. Now Alex has a choice: stand by and watch everything fall apart, or go back to the men he betrayed—the ones who won’t let him walk away twice. Either way, his new life might be over before it even begins… Readers love Gillian Godden: 'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime' Bestselling author Kerry Kaya 'The characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder!' Bestselling author Owen Mullen 'Exciting, breathtaking and absolutely fantastic' ★★★★★ Reader Review 'If you are looking for a great gangland, family drama series these books are for you!' ★★★★★ Reader Review 'A fast and rivetting book that will keep you burning the midnight oil!! Highly recommended' ★★★★★ Reader ReviewShow book
The Battle for Truth and Shadows is a gripping thriller that explores how far people will go when truth becomes a weapon and secrets turn into shadows that refuse to stay buried. The story follows characters caught between loyalty, deception, and the relentless pursuit of answers. As hidden motives surface and alliances shift, each revelation pushes them deeper into a dangerous web where nothing is as it seems. Ben D. Schwandt delivers a tense, atmospheric narrative filled with psychological depth, moral conflict, and unexpected twists. This novel invites readers to question the nature of truth, the power of manipulation, and the shadows that follow every lie. Perfect for fans of dark suspense, emotional intensity, and thrillers that keep you guessing until the final page. This audiobook was produced using AI-assisted speech synthesis and has been editorially reviewed.Show book
Lauren has worked hard to create her dream life: a perfect fiancé, a great job, and a safe, cozy home. But then, out of the blue, it all goes horribly wrong, and she finds her job is on the line, her fiancé is accusing her of cheating, and someone is writing terrible things on her car. At first, she thinks this is a horrible run of bad luck. But as her life spins out of control in a series of escalating disasters, it begins to dawn on her that these aren’t random events: she’s under attack. And she’s certain that whoever is doing this won’t stop until they’ve completely destroyed her life. But she’s wrong—they won’t stop until she’s dead.Show book
This is a concise summary and analysis of The Paris Apartment, by Lucy Foley. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lucy Foley. Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview. Welcome to the captivating world of "The Paris Apartment," where secrets lurk behind every door and the enchanting streets of Paris set the stage for a gripping tale of mystery, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships. Join Jess, a young woman in search of a fresh start, as she arrives at her brother Ben's charming but enigmatic apartment. But what begins as a hopeful reunion quickly spirals into a gripping quest when she discovers that Ben is missing. As Jess delves into the lives of Ben's intriguing neighbors—each with their own secrets and stories—she uncovers a web of deception that challenges everything she thought she knew about her brother and herself. With each twist and turn, listeners will be drawn into Jess's journey of exploration and confrontation, as she seeks to uncover the truth about her brother's life and her own identity. The vibrant backdrop of Paris, painted through rich and immersive storytelling, enhances the emotional depth of this gripping narrative.Show book
