Spenser - A Mysterious Profile

Robert B Parker

Sinossi

The Boston PI agrees to an interview in this entertaining blend of short story and biographical profile by the legendary mystery author.   Spenser and his psychologist girlfriend, Susan, are relaxing in a courtyard on a lovely June afternoon. But accompanying them is Susan’s friend Amy, and she’s got a project: a book examining the men in risky professions—cops, firemen, special forces soldiers . . . and PIs. Requesting some help in her research, she peppers Spenser with questions. This short work by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Spenser series follows the stories he tells in his inimitable style, on topics ranging from his childhood to his personal relationships to, most intriguingly, what gets him up every morning to take on the bad guys once again.   “The toughest, funniest, wisest, private eye in the field.” —Houston Chronicle   “Spenser probably had more to do with changing the private eye from a coffin-chaser to a full-bodied human being than any other detective hero.” —Chicago Sun-Times  Previously published in the collection In Pursuit of Spenser

Disponibile da: 24/05/2022.

Lunghezza di stampa: 16 pagine.

Altri libri che potrebbero interessarti

Shadow's Ritual

Mary Stone, Lori Rhodes

In a world of shadows, a sinister ritual awakens... 
Just as Sheriff Rebecca West starts to relax after a harrowing hostage situation, she’s thrown into another demanding case. This one is even more ominous. 
Maybe the curse is real. 
Shadow Island lore insists that anyone who steps in the shadow cast onto the old witch’s cottage is cursed. But when two bodies are discovered inside the cottage, their heads arranged in a ghastly tableau, Rebecca is more concerned about the real monsters—the human ones who’d commit such an atrocious murder. 
The bizarre staging, the mutilation of the corpses, and the desecration of the cottage point to a ritualistic killing. And the horrific murders occurring upon the arrival of the traveling Lovecraft symposium—an assembly of fervent enthusiasts of the macabre—transcend mere coincidence. However, the city refuses to close the convention and lose revenue. 
Murder can draw quite the crowd, after all. 
But when a third gory murder occurs twenty-four hours later, one thing is clear. A vicious killer lurks in the shadow. And he’ll find a new victim every night unless Rebecca finds a way to close the book on this horror story. 
From its grisly beginning to the chilling conclusion, Shadow’s Ritual—the seventh book in the Shadow Island Series by Mary Stone and Lori Rhodes—is not for the faint-hearted. Because when fiction and reality converge, the line between waking horror and the darkest nightmare disappears.

Mostra libro

Her Buried Past - A tense and...

Carolyn Arnold

The blade slices deeply into her neck, and arterial spray sweeps across her vision. She puts her hand over the wound, feeling the fight already leaving her. In a moment of surrender, she must believe something marvelous will come after she takes her last breath. Otherwise, she’ll be left with nothing but the blackness that is edging in. 
After therapist Sidney Callahan is found dead in her home office, Detective Madison Knight drives out to her remote cabin. Also used as a spiritual retreat to explore past-life regression, the otherwise peaceful property stands out in stark contrast to the messy murder scene. With signs of a struggle but no forced entry, Madison must figure out who would want to harm this woman. 
Madison soon discovers that Sidney had planned to release a book featuring her patients’ past lives, and she suspects one of them didn’t want their secrets exposed. But as Madison and her partner, Terry Grant, dig deeper, they make the shocking discovery that the therapist had her own dark past. 
As they continue their investigation, Madison and Terry must navigate a web of lies and danger. But just as they are inching closer to the truth, someone tries to stop them with deadly force. Will they be able to bring justice to Sidney? Or will they become the next victims?

Mostra libro

Darkling Light and Other Short...

JJ Richards, Miles Arden

DARKLING LIGHT AND OTHER SHORT STORIES – 3rd Edition
You won’t learn anything by being comfortable.
A misguided attempt at redemption by a former hitman.
A vengeful anti-hero.
A dead man’s second chance at love — in the future.
A regretful prisoner.
A sleepwalker convinced he’s a killer.
From Amazon bestselling authors JJ Richards (crime fiction) and Miles Arden (sci-fi), this dark and gripping collection of ten short stories blends horror, mystery, and speculative fiction in bite-sized, high-impact reads.
"I loved this collection of short stories" — ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rowena Hoseason, Amazon Top 1000 Reviewer (1st Edition)
“Tales of the unexpected, with a dash of Stephen King, and a sprinkle of the Twilight Zone.” — ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon Reviewer (1st Edition)
“A creative mash of slight insanity, dark humour and thrash ideas – it shouldn’t make any sense at all... but I’m glad it does.” — ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon Reviewer (1st Edition)
With elements of horror, thriller, dystopian sci-fi, and dark humour, these stories are perfect for readers who enjoy Dean Koontz, Stephen King, Black Mirror, or Inside No. 9. Whether you’ve got fifteen minutes or half an hour, there’s a story here to pull you into the dark — and leave something behind.
Genres: Horror / Thriller / Mystery / Sci-Fi / Dystopian / Apocalyptic / Humour
Fans of Stephen King, Neil Gaiman, Philip K. Dick, or Charlie Brooker are sure to find something to love.
Buy the collection today and dive into ten twisted tales of dark possibility!

Mostra libro

Fatal End A: An absolutely...

Faith Martin

Don’t miss Faith Martin’s fiendishly clever new novel, Murder by Candlelight, set in the 1920s and described as ‘the perfect village mystery’ by J.M. Hall
‘There is so much to love about A Fatal End… Another nail-biting mystery awaits.’ The Lancashire Post
Oxford, 1963. In a backstreet club, people dance the night away to their favourite band. But behind the scenes there is trouble afoot. An argument is brewing between bandmembers, two possessive girlfriends have plans for their partners, the club manager is creaming off profits – and a tragic accident leaves the lead singer dead.
But was it an accident at all? Coroner Clement Ryder is suspicious, and WPC Trudy Loveday knows there’s only one thing for it. She’s going undercover, deep into the seedy underbelly of Oxford nightlife.
Meanwhile Clement’s own secret is becoming increasingly difficult to keep hidden, and discovering the singer’s murderer might not be the only shock in store for Trudy…
An unputdownable murder mystery perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Agatha Christie and Val McDermid!‘A brilliant book! The pairing of Ryder and Loveday is a stroke of genius.’ Clare Chase, author of the Eve Mallow and Tara Thorpe mysteriesReaders LOVE A Fatal End!
‘Excellent dramatic storyline!… I was kept guessing until the very end. An excellent read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Another great read… A fab murder mystery.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I absolutely love this series, and this book may be my favorite… A fast paced, engaging mystery.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Highly recommended… Ms Martin’s best series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Another fabulous Ryder and Loveday book from the always brilliant Faith Martin… Great characters and superb plotting.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Ryder and Loveday Series
Book 1: A FATAL OBSESSION
Book 2: A FATAL MISTAKE
Book 3: A FATAL FLAW
Book 4: A FATAL SECRET
Book 5: A FATAL TRUTH
Book 6: A FATAL AFFAIR
Book 7: A FATAL NIGHT
Book 8: A FATAL END
The rural town of Oxford, usually known for its cosy charm, becomes the epicentre of a thrilling detective story. The top sleuths, Ryder and Loveday, navigate through the small town, uncovering crime and secrets that shatter the illusion of this peaceful fiction.
For fans of Katie Gayle (An English Garden Murder), Clare Chase (Murder in the Fens), M S Morris (Beneath Cold Earth), J M Dalgliesh (A Dead Man on Staffin Beach), and Lj Ross (Amnesia).
HarperCollins 2022

Mostra libro

The Invisible Body

Jenny Cutts

A strange ability. A discovered corpse. But will his supernatural sleuthing skills lead him into a killer’s trap? 
England, 1990. Reed has travelled his whole life in search of someone who understands him. So he’s thrilled when his journey brings him to free-spirited Zoya, who shares his rare ability to dream-walk. But after his gift leads him to a hidden corpse, he becomes the prime suspect in the murder. 
Despite the setback, Reed resolves to use his power to help crack the case. 
When the real perpetrator delivers a violent threat, he’s tempted to give up, slip into his camper van and hit the road again. After all, who would miss him? 
Will Reed flee the tiny seaside town and abandon his new friends – or will he risk everything to expose the murderer? 
The Invisible Body is the first book of The Falling Awake Mysteries, a captivating, character-led series that blends amateur sleuth crime story with an exploration of human connection. If you like compelling characters, seaside settings and a hint of the paranormal, then you’ll love Jenny Cutts’ intriguing novel. 
Buy The Invisible Body and unravel the mystery today.

Mostra libro

Coffins for the FBI Suicide Squad

Emile C. Tepperman

The name of Dunstan Vardis had become almost legendary in the underworld since his escape from prison five years ago. In some secret and mysterious way he had developed a sure-fire method of hiding wanted criminals. Every killer in the underworld came to Dunstan Vardis for protection. 
“Just a minute, Mr. Klaw!” a photographer begged. “Stand still for a second, will you?” 
The man raised a bulky camera to his eye and sighted through the periscope. He had his finger on the lever to click it down. Before he could do so, Stephen Klaw took his right hand from his pocket. There was an automatic in it. Without wasting a fraction of an inch of motion, Klaw fired from the hip. 
The shot echoed and re-echoed like thunder in the vaulted train-shed. The slug smashed square into the camera, driving through the box and embedding itself in the photographer’s skull. 
 * * *  
Tepperman was one of the high-output pulp author of the 1930s, able to deliver readable, action-packed fiction stories like clockwork, securing his place in the hall of fame of pulp writers.

Mostra libro