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  The Gap in the Curtain

  John Buchan

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  The Gap in the Curtain by John Buchan is a thought-provoking blend of speculative fiction and social commentary. The story revolves around five men who, through an experiment orchestrated by a visionary scientist, glimpse one year into their future via a newspaper headline. Each man reacts differently to the knowledge: some seek to alter destiny, others succumb to despair, and a few embrace their fate. Buchan explores themes of free will, determinism, and the ethical dilemmas of foresight, while critiquing political and societal trends of his time. As the characters navigate personal ambitions and moral choices, the novel delves into the tension between individual agency and collective responsibility. A compelling mix of philosophy and intrigue, The Gap in the Curtain challenges readers to reflect on how foreknowledge shapes human behavior and the fragile balance between hope and hubris.

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  One More Kill For Mother

  C. R. Clarke

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  Over a year has passed since The Spatchcock Killer's reign of terror reached its blood-drenched conclusion, but DI Gutteridge is still haunted by memories of the case. With flashbacks of discovering his wife's mutilated remains twelve years earlier also plaguing his sleep, Gutteridge is beginning to find his corrupted life overwhelming.
  But then a new crime scene materialises, one that threatens to contaminate his world even further. A crime scene that in every conceivable way seems to be a verbatim copy of one from a long way in his past. There is also a note pinned to the body, a note addressed to him.
  Could one of Gutteridge's oldest and most terrifying nemesis be back in his world to reap revenge, or is there a copy-cat intent on riding the wave of The Shropshire Ripper's infamy? Increasingly aware that the pressures of his life are beginning to change him, will Gutteridge discover the truth and bring the killer to justice?

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  Buried Lies - A Novel

  Steven Tingle

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  A former private detective with a penchant for trouble stumbles into a deadly conspiracy that puts him in a killer's crosshairs in this witty crime novel. 
   
   
   
  Former police officer turned private detective Davis Reed is taking refuge in the mountains of Cruso, North Carolina, after a run-in with a biker gang dealt him an unfavorable hand. When respected real estate agent Prentiss Wells is killed by an errant golf ball, Davis has no reason to suspect it wasn't an accident. But then a wealthy couple hires him to prove the death was murder and catch the killer. In desperate need of cash, Davis takes the job. 
   
   
   
  While Davis investigates who had the motive to kill Prentiss, Elizabeth Harper, an accountant who stirs butterflies in Davis's stomach, uncovers a tangled mess of shady real estate deals linked to Prentiss's firm. As the case garners media attention, Davis must carefully navigate a minefield of secrets and lies. 
   
   
   
  With the help of his friend Dale Johnson, a local deputy whose mood changes with the wind, and Dale's cousin Floppy, a mad-genius, motor-mouthed mechanic, Davis sets out to uncover a mystery that runs much deeper than he thinks.

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  The Newmarket Murders

  Jack Murray

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  We're under starter's orders for the next Kit and Mary Aston mystery! 
   
   
   
  When Kit and Mary Aston visit the Newmarket stables of an old friend who is training a potential Derby winner, they stumble into a new case. The death of Teddy Harrison seems to be an open and shut case of suicide. Yet, the manner of his death raises suspicions as the two men who found him were rumored to be paramours to the dead man's wife. 
   
   
   
  Kit meets an old detective sparring partner from his days at school in Cambridge. Together with Mary, they investigate one of the twistiest mysteries you will come across. 
   
   
   
  The latest Kit and Mary Aston mystery is both a 'how-dunnit' and a 'whodunnit'. 
   
   
   
  The Newmarket Murders is squeaky clean, with the usual mixture of puzzling plot, laugh out loud lines, and surprise ending. A perfect standalone book for racing enthusiasts, or why not join thousands of others who enjoy the Kit Aston mystery books? Fans of T E Kinsey, Agatha Christie, Benedict Brown, and Verity Bright will be hooked.

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  Solitaire Series Episode 10 The:...

  Troy Lambert

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  The game just turned deadly. 
  Stephan is used to playing enforcer for Solitaire. His job is simple—collect the debt, retrieve the card, and move on. But when he arrives at Jake’s house, nothing is what it seems. The one-legged ex-soldier is more than prepared, with a home rigged for defense and a mind as sharp as any card counters. 
  What should have been a routine collection turns into a deadly standoff. Stephan is fast, but Jake is faster. Explosives, deception, and a hidden fortune of playing cards make this more than just a debt collection—it’s a battle of wits and survival. 
  As the dust settles, one question remains: Who will be left standing when the final card is played? 
  🔥 Episode 10: The Four of Hearts is here. Listen now and see who makes it out alive.

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  The Wolf's Shadow - 'A joy for...

  G J Williams

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  'Right up there with C J Sansom... A brilliant historical thriller' Philip Gwynne Jones'The twists and turns are brilliantly done' Sarah Ward'A joy for the senses... see the smoke and grime of Tudor London' Chris Lloyd 
  1558: The body of Thomas Seymour is found hanging naked in an oak tree at Hatfield House, the home of Elizabeth Tudor, the Queen’s sister. But Thomas Seymour was supposedly beheaded nine years to the day on Tower Hill. How did he return from the dead, only to die again? 
  Doctor John Dee and Margaretta, assisted by his pupil Christopher, are charged with unravelling the mystery. But then there is a kidnapping, a ransom threat and more bodies appear. 
  Amongst secrets and rumours, the scandal of the Seymour Affair threatens to resurface. Elizabeth’s road to the throne could be ruined and with that comes the fall of the Tudor Dynasty. 
  Can John Dee keep Elizabeth’s secret before it casts a shadow over them all? 
  'Thrilling and intriguing' S. W. Perry'A joy to read. Well researched and fast paced' Leslie Scase'G J Williams knows how to keep a reader hooked' Adele Jordan'This is a fabulous mystery, pacy, tense and very atmospheric' Historical Novel Society'An intriguing story skilfully woven into the fabric of real history' Crime Time

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