Editorial: Wildside Press
A Greyhound bus can get you a lot of places, but can it save you from a killer out for revenge? An “accidental” murder forces two pregnant cousins to flee Miami, hopefully outrunning and outsmarting the man who is determined to find them and even the score.
A collection of those intriguing thrillers that keep us on the edge of our seats. Contents: "Man in a Hurry" by Alan Nelson The pudgy little man was always hurrying. "Bitter Gold" by B. C. Bridges A brief, grim tale of Siberia. "The Gray Rider" by Charles Hilan Craig The strange tale of a famous racing driver. "What Is It?" by Charles M. Morris Retribution, swift and terrible. "The Sixth Tree" by E. L. Stewart The weirdest game that ever was played. "His Brother's Keeper" by George Fielding Eliot A not-so-typical case of jealousy. "Country House" by Ewen Whyte A strange rendezvous with the beauty of the country. "Murder Man" by Ewen Whyte This perfect killing. "They've Got a Killer View" by Ian Gordon A woman adds her name to a strange waiting list. "Croatan" by Malcolm Ferguson Creatures summoned from outer eons. "Stranger at Dusk" by Malcolm Kenneth Murchie The plight of a boy visited by a mysterious stranger. "The Three Marked Pennies" by Mary Elizabeth Counselman A strange destiny awaited the holders of the pennies. "Piecemeal" by Oscar Cook He slipped in a pool of blood... "The Oval Portrait" by Edgar Allan Poe An odd portrait in a chateau. "The Oblong Box" by Edgar Allan Poe A sea voyage and a peculiar, pine box.Ver libro
A banker asks Holmes to investigate after a "Beryl Coronet" entrusted to him is damaged at his home. Awakened by noise, he had found his son, Arthur, holding the damaged coronet. Arthur refuses to speak, neither admitting guilt nor explaining himself. Footprints in the snow outside the house tell Holmes that the banker's niece had conspired with a blackguard to steal the coronet; Arthur had discovered the crime in progress and the coronet had been damaged during his struggle to prevent it being stolen. He had refused to tell his father the truth of the crime because of his love for his cousin.Ver libro
Rupert Johnson’s path to an independent mind was always going to be unconventional. It was planned that way. But he wasn’t supposed to go alone. Rupert is destined to learn the hard way. India. Scotland. Australia. Tunisia. His letter-writing and his fishing are the only constants, beyond independence. Above all else he dreams of the day he can lay claim to a Morton Smuggler, the world's most elusive fly fishing reel. The Morton Smuggler cannot be purchased; it can only be earned. Against the hard lessons from wartime tragedy, stubborn nostalgia and the many injustices of existence, Rupert creeps towards an understanding of the things in life that can be felt but never seen. Towards a Morton Smuggler.Ver libro
Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of The Adventure of the Copper Beeches, the twelfth part of the Sherlock Holmes Short Story collection, narrated by Jake Urry. In this enthralling tale by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a young governess named Violet Hunter seeks Holmes's counsel after receiving an unusual job offer with peculiar conditions. As Holmes investigates, he uncovers a sinister secret hidden within the seemingly tranquil Copper Beeches estate. Jake Urry's evocative narration brings the suspense and intrigue of this story to life, making this audiobook a captivating experience for both long-time Sherlock Holmes fans and new listeners. Explore the enigmatic atmosphere and witness Holmes's unparalleled detective skills in The Adventure of the Copper Beeches with this exceptional recording.Ver libro
The Adventure of Wisteria Lodge is one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and one of eight stories in the volume His Last Bow. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (May 22, 1859-July 7, 1930) was a British author most noted for his stories about the detective Sherlock Holmes, which are generally considered a major innovation in the field of crime fiction. Public Domain (P)2017 Listen & Live AudioVer libro
‘Dark, sleek and dangerous… ferociously intelligent. If you aren’t reading B P Walter yet, now’s the time’ A. J. Finn ‘The Talented Mr Ripley meets The White Lotus. Unpredictable, whip smart, utterly absorbing. I ADORED that ending!’ John Marrs ‘One of the most unsettling novels of recent years. It’s also one of the most compelling’ John Boyne ***Everyone is capable of murder. Are you? It started with an invitation to dinner. An evening of good food and good company at a luxury villa. But as the night progresses, the party takes a dark turn. The host makes you an offer, a party favour he calls it: another guest has committed a heinous crime, you can end their life, stop their terror. He tells you there will be no consequences; do you believe him? Your decision will change your life. Choose carefully. *** You’ve read The Talented Mr Ripley, you’ve devoured American Psycho, get ready for your next dark obsession! The unrelenting new thriller from Sunday Times bestseller B P Walter is available now! ‘B P Walter blends the thrill of first love with man’s darkest impulses’ John Boyne ‘Searing, sinister and addictive’ Chris Whitaker ‘What a book! Dark and gripping, with strong shades of Patricia Highsmith (if you love Tom Ripley, you’ll love this)’ Lisa Hall, bestselling author of Between You and Me ‘This book will both shock and enthral you. B P Walter is quite simply a master of psychological thriller’ A. A. Chaudhuri ‘A sinister, compelling slow-burn about the darkest human desires. Fans of The White Lotus will love this taut, original thriller’ Charlotte Duckworth ‘An enthralling read with darkness at its core’ Lizzy Barber ‘Notes on a Murder combines what B P Walter does so well: page turnability, suspense and dark twistiness’ Victoria Selman ‘A one-sitting read. Captivating from page one and refuses to let go. Brilliant’ Michael Wood, author of the DCI Matilda Darke series ‘A sultry heat-filled thriller set on a remote Greek island where guests end up with so much more than just dinner. Dark and delicious’ Nikki Smith, author of The Beach Party ‘I read this book in one hit, unable to put it down. Dark, twisted and totally captivating’ Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City ‘A richly compelling journey into the human psyche. Glamorous yet dark; thrilling yet filled with horror… will keep you up long into the night’ Alice Clark-Platts, author of The Cove ‘A deliciously dark nightmare that I never wanted to wake up from. Reminiscent of The Talented Mr Ripley’ Sara Ochs, author of The Dive ‘A truly exciting thriller’ Evie Woods, author of The Lost Bookshop This bestseller, a masterpiece in the genre of domestic thrillers, will leave you questioning your own capabilities and moral compass. B P Walter, the Sunday Times bestselling author, once again proves his prowess in creating a narrative that is as unsettling as it is compelling. For fans of Miranda Rijks (The Other Mother), Nicola Sanders (Don't Let Her Stay), Paula Hawkins (A Slow Fire Burning), Sue Watson (His First Wife), and Ruth Ware (The Turn of the Key). HarperCollins 2023Ver libro
