Rescue Me
Private eye Andy Hayes confronts his personal prejudices and assumptions when an unorthodox case comes his way. Tim Watkins is a young drag artist performing under the name Tiara Treatwell and facing online abuse and in-person stalking from anti-LGBTQIA crusaders. While Andy suspects the attacks are connected to a protest outside a drag story hour Tim attended weeks earlier in suburban Columbus, he has no direct evidence of a link. Tim's concerns unfold against a groundswell of right-wing activism in the Ohio Statehouse, led by a failed state senate candidate who insists his opponent, a Somali American woman, stole the election.Bail bondsman Otto Mulligan--Tim's cousin and Andy's closest friend--persuades Tim it's in his best interest to accept Andy as bodyguard and escort until they can figure out who is behind the threats. Tim, who is Black and queer, is reluctant to work with Andy, dismissing him as an insensitive and macho ex-football star. Andy doesn't do himself any favors by acknowledging he's never attended a drag performance or even bothered to learn anything about the culture.As Tim and Andy's relationship is tested, Tim comes under attack by a pair of masked assailants, and only with the help of a concerned passerby does Andy manage to save both their lives. As Andy and the police search for clues to the assault, Andy follows a lead to an Ohio white supremacist group called the Promise Lords, which orchestrated the protest at the drag story hour. Andy enlists an old ally, Ronald J. McQuillen, a freelance analyst who helps law enforcement track and prosecute hate groups. Meanwhile, Andy's investigation leads to conflict with Henrietta Millner, a nightside Columbus police detective who's not happy to have Andy on her turf. Caught in the middle of this skirmish is Andy's grown daughter, Alex Rutledge, who's training to be a Columbus police officer. Andy and Henrietta's uneasy partnership deteriorates when Andy, spurred by a cryptic comment from Alex, questions why a veteran investigator like Millner is stuck on the night shift.As Andy's search for the identity of Tim's stalkers ramps up, increasingly bizarre clues emerge that may have connections to a broader plot. With time running out, Andy must put the pieces together to save Tim, and many others, from a violent and potentially deadly confrontation.
Consideration of the Method of Disposal
A murder mystery set on Titan, Saturn's largest moon.A single-vehicle skidbike accident, amid Titan's icy wastes, leaves geochem worker Fil Bayley traumatised. Guerline Scarfe, working to understand the trauma's source, uncovers a chilling, long-hidden secret.
Death on the Norfolk Express
The heart-stopping new instalment in the bestselling Norfolk Murders series! A BRAND NEW, must-read, page-turning thriller from BESTSELLER Ross Greenwood! Unmissable for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James 'The Norfolk series is Ross Greenwood's crowning achievement - characters to root for, an intricate web of suspense, all set against a stunning backdrop. I can't wait for more!' Wes Markin When a man is found dead on a steam train the tranquil nostalgia of the North Norfolk Railway is shattered. To add to the disquiet, while the police are investigating the death, another man is spotted bound to the tracks. A pattern of fear is emerging on the Poppy Line and the pressure is on DI Ashley Knight's struggling team to deliver answers. With the body count rising along the once peaceful coastal route, Knight must find a way to stop a killer before they reach their final destination. Because Ashley knows if she doesn't, for someone it's the end of the line. Bestseller Ross Greenwood is back with a brand-new, nerve-shredding case for DI Ashley Knight, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James. Readers love The Norfolk Murders series: 'This is the latest in the Norfolk Murder series. The others were gripping and this is no exception... I was hooked on this book from page 1 to the end. Excellent.' Reader Review 'What a cracker of a book. Ross Greenwood gets better with each succeeding book in the series, and his characterisation is awesome. The storyline is fast paced, and my guess as to who the killer was ... absolute rubbish! I couldn't have been more wrong! Loved this book, can't wait for the next in the series.' Reader Review 'As for the plot and the characters I was fully immersed and that is a credit to an author who so far has not let me down.' Reader Review 'This is a fabulous story that is very involved, definitely interesting and had me hooked. It is a crime thriller, police procedural and with an established team. Whether you read the series in order or as a standalone, it is a fabulously intriguing story and one I would definitely recommend.' Reader Review 'Yet again Ross has given us a good read full of twists and turns along the way, and unlike some Big names who are turning out very short books these days Ross Greenwood continues to give you a fully packed book.' Reader Review Praise for Ross Greenwood: 'Ross Greenwood is at the top of his game.' O J Mullen 'Move over Rebus and Morse; a new entry has joined the list of great crime investigators in the form of Detective Inspector John Barton. A rich cast of characters and an explosive plot kept me turning the pages until the final dramatic twist.' Richard Burke 'Master of the psychological thriller genre Ross Greenwood once again proves his talent for creating engrossing and gritty novels that draw you right in and won't let go until you've reached the shocking ending.' Caroline Vincent at Bitsaboutbooks blog 'Ross Greenwood doesn't write clich矇s. What he has written here is a fast-paced, action-filled puzzle with believable characters that's spiced with a lot of humour.' Kath Middleton
Locksmith
A psychological thriller where the killer is always one step ahead and hiding in plain sight.Nobody hears the killer enter. There are no broken locks, no shattered glass, no signs of struggle. Every victim is found lying peacefully, as if they simply drifted away in their sleep... except for the missing body part, carefully taken with surgical precision and their slit throats.With fear spreading faster than answers and no forensic trace to follow, Detective Dwight Cook and his team race against a predator who never forces entry, never wakes a soul, and never leaves without taking something.Everyone locks their doors at night... but the Locksmith doesn't need permission to come in.
Death on the Norfolk Express
The heart-stopping new instalment in the bestselling Norfolk Murders series! A BRAND NEW, must-read, page-turning thriller from BESTSELLER Ross Greenwood! Unmissable for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James 'The Norfolk series is Ross Greenwood's crowning achievement - characters to root for, an intricate web of suspense, all set against a stunning backdrop. I can't wait for more!' Wes Markin When a man is found dead on a steam train the tranquil nostalgia of the North Norfolk Railway is shattered. To add to the disquiet, while the police are investigating the death, another man is spotted bound to the tracks. A pattern of fear is emerging on the Poppy Line and the pressure is on DI Ashley Knight's struggling team to deliver answers. With the body count rising along the once peaceful coastal route, Knight must find a way to stop a killer before they reach their final destination. Because Ashley knows if she doesn't, for someone it's the end of the line. Bestseller Ross Greenwood is back with a brand-new, nerve-shredding case for DI Ashley Knight, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James. Readers love The Norfolk Murders series: 'This is the latest in the Norfolk Murder series. The others were gripping and this is no exception... I was hooked on this book from page 1 to the end. Excellent.' Reader Review 'What a cracker of a book. Ross Greenwood gets better with each succeeding book in the series, and his characterisation is awesome. The storyline is fast paced, and my guess as to who the killer was ... absolute rubbish! I couldn't have been more wrong! Loved this book, can't wait for the next in the series.' Reader Review 'As for the plot and the characters I was fully immersed and that is a credit to an author who so far has not let me down.' Reader Review 'This is a fabulous story that is very involved, definitely interesting and had me hooked. It is a crime thriller, police procedural and with an established team. Whether you read the series in order or as a standalone, it is a fabulously intriguing story and one I would definitely recommend.' Reader Review 'Yet again Ross has given us a good read full of twists and turns along the way, and unlike some Big names who are turning out very short books these days Ross Greenwood continues to give you a fully packed book.' Reader Review Praise for Ross Greenwood: 'Ross Greenwood is at the top of his game.' O J Mullen 'Move over Rebus and Morse; a new entry has joined the list of great crime investigators in the form of Detective Inspector John Barton. A rich cast of characters and an explosive plot kept me turning the pages until the final dramatic twist.' Richard Burke 'Master of the psychological thriller genre Ross Greenwood once again proves his talent for creating engrossing and gritty novels that draw you right in and won't let go until you've reached the shocking ending.' Caroline Vincent at Bitsaboutbooks blog 'Ross Greenwood doesn't write clich矇s. What he has written here is a fast-paced, action-filled puzzle with believable characters that's spiced with a lot of humour.' Kath Middleton
The Lawyer and The Astronaut
Josh gets a job as a space explorer and is assigned to research a planet 500 light years away. Laura stays on Earth and is cryogenically frozen. She is woken up 1300 years in the future and told Josh is late. Laura adapts to her new life in the future while Josh struggles to survive on an alien world.
Death on the Norfolk Express
The heart-stopping new instalment in the bestselling Norfolk Murders series! A BRAND NEW, must-read, page-turning thriller from BESTSELLER Ross Greenwood! Unmissable for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James 'The Norfolk series is Ross Greenwood's crowning achievement - characters to root for, an intricate web of suspense, all set against a stunning backdrop. I can't wait for more!' Wes Markin When a man is found dead on a steam train the tranquil nostalgia of the North Norfolk Railway is shattered. To add to the disquiet, while the police are investigating the death, another man is spotted bound to the tracks. A pattern of fear is emerging on the Poppy Line and the pressure is on DI Ashley Knight's struggling team to deliver answers. With the body count rising along the once peaceful coastal route, Knight must find a way to stop a killer before they reach their final destination. Because Ashley knows if she doesn't, for someone it's the end of the line. Bestseller Ross Greenwood is back with a brand-new, nerve-shredding case for DI Ashley Knight, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James. Readers love The Norfolk Murders series: 'This is the latest in the Norfolk Murder series. The others were gripping and this is no exception... I was hooked on this book from page 1 to the end. Excellent.' Reader Review 'What a cracker of a book. Ross Greenwood gets better with each succeeding book in the series, and his characterisation is awesome. The storyline is fast paced, and my guess as to who the killer was ... absolute rubbish! I couldn't have been more wrong! Loved this book, can't wait for the next in the series.' Reader Review 'As for the plot and the characters I was fully immersed and that is a credit to an author who so far has not let me down.' Reader Review 'This is a fabulous story that is very involved, definitely interesting and had me hooked. It is a crime thriller, police procedural and with an established team. Whether you read the series in order or as a standalone, it is a fabulously intriguing story and one I would definitely recommend.' Reader Review 'Yet again Ross has given us a good read full of twists and turns along the way, and unlike some Big names who are turning out very short books these days Ross Greenwood continues to give you a fully packed book.' Reader Review Praise for Ross Greenwood: 'Ross Greenwood is at the top of his game.' O J Mullen 'Move over Rebus and Morse; a new entry has joined the list of great crime investigators in the form of Detective Inspector John Barton. A rich cast of characters and an explosive plot kept me turning the pages until the final dramatic twist.' Richard Burke 'Master of the psychological thriller genre Ross Greenwood once again proves his talent for creating engrossing and gritty novels that draw you right in and won't let go until you've reached the shocking ending.' Caroline Vincent at Bitsaboutbooks blog 'Ross Greenwood doesn't write clich矇s. What he has written here is a fast-paced, action-filled puzzle with believable characters that's spiced with a lot of humour.' Kath Middleton
The Truth Chamber
The mind is a mysterious place...Retired psychology professor and clairvoyant Dr. Winifred Parsons is always game to find out more about-and improve-her psychic abilities.So when the invitation comes to join a group of visiting British and Russian scholars who want to test their skills in the parapsychology lab, Winnie jumps at the chance.But she soon finds so much more than she ever bargained for.And it might just change her life.
The Lawyer and The Astronaut
Josh gets a job as a space explorer and is assigned to research a planet 500 light years away. Laura stays on Earth and is cryogenically frozen. She is woken up 1300 years in the future and told Josh is late. Laura adapts to her new life in the future while Josh struggles to survive on an alien world.
He Was Not Himself
Fans of private investigator mysteries, psychological suspense, and dark family drama will love He Was Not Himself.A worried father hires private investigator Zachary Goldman to check out his daughter's new boyfriend.Aaron Barrows seems perfect. Too perfect. He says all the right things, shares all the right interests, and swept Leila off her feet at exactly the right moment. But the more Zachary digs, the less Aaron's story holds together.What should have been a routine background check turns into a tense private investigator mystery filled with deception, dangerous secrets, and questions no one in Leila's family wants to ask. If Aaron isn't who he claims to be, Leila could be walking straight into trouble.A suspiciously perfect boyfriendA father desperate to protect his daughterA neurodivergent detective following the cracks in the storyDark family secrets, rising danger, and psychological suspenseZachary knows better than most that appearances can lie. To protect a young woman who doesn't want his help, he'll have to uncover the truth before the damage is irreversible.Start reading He Was Not Himself today before the lies go too far.
Fox Hunt
Nothing exciting ever happens in Arcadia, a sleepy little town outside Savannah. That is until sleazy, philandering, no-good Gio Pazelli is killed in his home.Right away, Judith Fox knows exactly how the investigation is going to go down. Her young friend Maria is smack-dab in the middle of the mess, and Judith will use all her considerable resources to protect both the girl and her reputation. She persuades the mayor to enlist FBI agent Jake Hunt as an advisor on the investigation.Jake is tired of being a cop, and this case is a perfect example of why. He has no real reason to be in Arcadia. There are no real suspects and very few clues. And this bossy woman has no business inserting herself into a murder investigation.After a rocky start, Judith and Jake realize they work well together, they have more in common than either of them expected, and initial impressions can be deceptive. And most surprising of all, there's an undeniable spark between them.But first, they need to solve the murder before time runs out for Maria.
Adventures, #19
Inside, in its entirety, we present the classic noir mystery The Maltese Falcon. When things come alive in the spring it is an ideal time to discover (or rediscover) great stories. Of course, some stories are timeless, like our feature authored by Dashiell Hammett. We're proud to present this and other compelling works. So grab the coffee or pour the wine-get comfy and crack the spine!
The Frozen People
"A new book by Elly Griffiths is always a cause of delight, and this series promises to broaden our horizons. Ali Dawson will capture readers' hearts." --Mick Herron Cold cases are a lot easier to solve when you can travel back in time to find new evidence. Unless, that is, you get stuck in the nineteenth century... Ali Dawson and her cold case team investigate crimes so old, they're frozen--or so their inside joke goes. Nobody knows that her team has a secret: they can travel back in time to look for evidence. The latest assignment sees Ali venture back farther than they have dared before: to 1850s London to clear the name of Cain Templeton, an eccentric patron of the arts. Rumor has it that Cain is part of a sinister group called The Collectors. Ali arrives in the Victorian era to another dead woman at her feet and far too many unanswered questions. As the clock counts down, Ali becomes more entangled in the mystery, yet danger lurks around every corner. She soon finds herself trapped, unable to make her way back to her beloved son, Finn, who is battling his own accusations in the present day. Could the two cases be connected? In a race through and against time, Ali must find out before it's too late.
A Maid in Four Parts; Or, A Giallo for Our Time
"Evil isn't done by the choice of a rational mind; it's done by impulse"When a teenage girl is found dead with her legs severed and missing, the aging Lieutenant Love expects to react to the scene with apathy. Instead, the corpse stirs emotions in him which he'd spent decades burying. Propelled by a need to understand these feelings further, he quickly links the murder to a sexploitation ring operating at a local high school. But as he interviews the girls involved and befriends their counsellor - a young man devoted to protecting them - memories from Love's own youth begin to resurface. Soon, the counsellor becomes a mirror of Love's lost idealism, and he finds his fixation on the girls he's investigating growing obsessive to the point of madness. As his mind slowly unravels and his friendship with the counsellor is tested, Love can only wonder if he's still sane enough to save the girls, or if his hunt for the killer will end up damning them all. Written as a homage to Italian giallo cinema, A Maid in Four Parts marries literary fiction with a pulp slasher murder mystery to explore the definitions of morality, justice and love in a world hellbent on muddying them.
Death on the Norfolk Express
The heart-stopping new instalment in the bestselling Norfolk Murders series! A BRAND NEW, must-read, page-turning thriller from BESTSELLER Ross Greenwood! Unmissable for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James 'The Norfolk series is Ross Greenwood's crowning achievement - characters to root for, an intricate web of suspense, all set against a stunning backdrop. I can't wait for more!' Wes Markin When a man is found dead on a steam train the tranquil nostalgia of the North Norfolk Railway is shattered. To add to the disquiet, while the police are investigating the death, another man is spotted bound to the tracks. A pattern of fear is emerging on the Poppy Line and the pressure is on DI Ashley Knight's struggling team to deliver answers. With the body count rising along the once peaceful coastal route, Knight must find a way to stop a killer before they reach their final destination. Because Ashley knows if she doesn't, for someone it's the end of the line. Bestseller Ross Greenwood is back with a brand-new, nerve-shredding case for DI Ashley Knight, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Ian Rankin and Peter James. Readers love The Norfolk Murders series: 'This is the latest in the Norfolk Murder series. The others were gripping and this is no exception... I was hooked on this book from page 1 to the end. Excellent.' Reader Review 'What a cracker of a book. Ross Greenwood gets better with each succeeding book in the series, and his characterisation is awesome. The storyline is fast paced, and my guess as to who the killer was ... absolute rubbish! I couldn't have been more wrong! Loved this book, can't wait for the next in the series.' Reader Review 'As for the plot and the characters I was fully immersed and that is a credit to an author who so far has not let me down.' Reader Review 'This is a fabulous story that is very involved, definitely interesting and had me hooked. It is a crime thriller, police procedural and with an established team. Whether you read the series in order or as a standalone, it is a fabulously intriguing story and one I would definitely recommend.' Reader Review 'Yet again Ross has given us a good read full of twists and turns along the way, and unlike some Big names who are turning out very short books these days Ross Greenwood continues to give you a fully packed book.' Reader Review Praise for Ross Greenwood: 'Ross Greenwood is at the top of his game.' O J Mullen 'Move over Rebus and Morse; a new entry has joined the list of great crime investigators in the form of Detective Inspector John Barton. A rich cast of characters and an explosive plot kept me turning the pages until the final dramatic twist.' Richard Burke 'Master of the psychological thriller genre Ross Greenwood once again proves his talent for creating engrossing and gritty novels that draw you right in and won't let go until you've reached the shocking ending.' Caroline Vincent at Bitsaboutbooks blog 'Ross Greenwood doesn't write clich矇s. What he has written here is a fast-paced, action-filled puzzle with believable characters that's spiced with a lot of humour.' Kath Middleton
Darkness Never Dies
From bestselling author T.J. Champitto (The Medina Device) comes the highly-anticipated follow up, Darkness Never Dies.Henry Sirola is on the run after barely escaping the United States. He's emerged in Europe to rendezvous with the love of his life, but when Isabell doesn't show, he sets off on a daring mission to find her, unsure if she's survived a dangerous encounter with an old enemy.Henry's search leads him to Italy and onto the doorstep of a violent criminal organization-the Gabrizzi Mafia. Suddenly, the world he's tried to leave behind becomes his only hope for survival.With the help of an old friend, Henry navigates a maze of deception and betrayal as he races across southern Europe-from the remote French Alps to the killing fields of Croatia-where he'll walk in the footsteps of his ancestors and be forced to choose between the life he's always dreamed of and the redemption he so desperately seeks.
Tokyo 20/20 Vision
In 2019, as Japan hosted the Rugby World Cup, Typhoon Hagibis brought havoc to the organisation of the event and to the country as a whole. Into 2020, and rather than the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics, the world's attention turned to the spectre of the new coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The games appeared to be 'cursed' according some Japanese politicians. In March 2020 it was decided that the Olympics and Paralympics would be postponed until the following year but would continue to be known as the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics. Finally, in July 2021, Tōkyō was ready to host the world's biggest sporting event. Japan had done everything it could to ensure that the games would be remembered for the sports, that the country and its people will be noted for their hospitality, that these will be the best games ever. But not everyone wanted the games to be a success. Some wanted it to be remembered for something completely different.Tokyo 20/20 Vision follows a British Olympian, photojournalist 'Rock' Iwakura and journalist Eri Amadera as they become caught up in the plan for the Olympic games to be disrupted.
Everything She Most Admired
Lauren Green never expected to be a suspect in a murder investigation on her first day at D.C.-based Lens magazine. But then again, nothing had been going well lately. Dumped by her fianc矇, her academic career floundering, and her living situation up in the air, she's barely holding things together. She knows she didn't kill reporter Tony Mandel. But who did? Surrounded by murder suspects-including one whom she finds surprisingly intriguing-Lauren tries to piece the clues together, not only about Tony Mandel's death but also about her own life.
The Treaty Of Hope
Two worlds divided. One fragile truce. A future forged in technology and ancient magic.In a reimagined Australia where ancient Dreaming and colonial ambition collide, Katunja, a young woman marked by the spirit of the land, finds herself at the centre of a brewing storm.As the British Empire encroaches and old wounds begin to fester, the air hums with more than just tension. Dreaming-tech, the sacred marriage of ancient power and modern machinery, is restless, reflecting a land ready to rebel.A Nation at the Breaking PointWhen the hope of a new treaty beckons, Katunja and her friends must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and tradition. In the crucible of ceremony and conflict, they are forced to decide what they are willing to lose for the sake of sovereignty.An Impossible AllianceKatunja is joined by a young outsider, a man torn between the rigid laws of the Empire and the profound truths of the Songlines. Together, they dare to imagine a future where enemies might become allies. But as the fires of debate burn high and secrets of the land are revealed, Katunja discovers that peace demands more than courage, it demands a sacrifice that could alter the Dreaming and their way of life forever.The Treaty of Hope is an epic tale of love, legacy, and the cost of forging a future where two worlds might walk together.Why You'll Love This Story: A Unique World: A breath taking blend of technology and Indigenous spirituality.High Stakes: A political and magical thriller where the fate of a nation hangs on a single choice.Rich Culture: A deeply respectful exploration of First Nations identity and the power of the Songlines.Perfect for Fans of: Alternative history, magical realism, Indigenous futurism, and climate fiction, that are interested in social justice, environmentalism, and diverse speculative fiction.Experience a reimagined history. Find out if Katunja can bridge the divide-or if the cost of peace is too high.
While We Were Silent
Devastating secrets shroud the campus of Green Dell Academy, secrets that some think are worth killing for . . . From Lambda Literary Award finalist Alex Myers comes a provocative dark academia novel. There are rules and then there's reality . . . Autumn, 2015. Green Dell Academy is a prestigious co-ed prep school tucked away in a quiet corner of Connecticut. And although it has its first female head of school, it's still very much a boys' club--a club with longstanding "traditions" that involve gross misconduct--and now murder. A woman has been killed, right on campus, a woman who has been deeply involved in fighting sexual violence, a woman who had no shortage of enemies. The murder case, coupled with an investigation into allegations of sexual assault, threatens to bring dark, deep-rooted secrets to the surface, the kind of secrets that go back decades--and some people seem to value the old ways more than human life . . . For fans of Rebecca Makkai's I Have Some Questions For You and Ashley Winstead's In My Dreams I Hold a Knife. Written by the current teacher at an American school academy, Alex Myers brings to life a thought-provoking and deeply relevant story.
The Graffiti Conspiracy
A murdered handyman. A wall of graffiti. A trail of grudges that refuses to stay buried.Earl Ricci wasn't a popular man.As the handyman for the low-income Hope Apartments, he enforced rules no one wanted to follow and carried out the dirty work -including changing locks and evicting tenants-that made him a lengthy list of enemies. He left the job under suspicion, and his reputation followed him long after.Now, years later, Ricci is murdered while painting over a wall of graffiti. Was it a random attack, a message from the artist, or a reckoning from his troubled past?Major Crimes Detectives Quinn Delaney and Marci Burkett dig into Ricci's life, uncovering grudges, false leads, and connections that refuse to hold steady. Every suspect has a motive. Every trail grows colder by the hour. And the killer may be counting on it.Can Delaney and Burkett cut through years of grudges to deliver justice for a man few mourned?The Graffiti Conspiracy is the seventeenth book in the 509 Crime Stories, a fast-paced series set in Eastern Washington with rotating lead detectives. If you love gritty whodunits with authentic characters, this case is one you can't afford to miss.
Hide and Seek
There's only one rule in hide and seek.Don't get caught.In the aftermath of a failed black-ops mission, a thrown-together crew is hiding out on a remote planet in the outer rim of Federation space.There can be no going back for former soldiers, Dix, Vaskez and Alard, and pilot and ex-smuggler Drake. And the young boy they rescued, known as Sol, has to be kept safe at all costs - the secret he holds could unleash chaos.It's a precarious existence on the margins, never knowing if their cover will hold. When an opportunity presents itself, it seems as if their luck might change. But other forces are at work, and the dangers start to multiply as the net closes in.In the end, there's no choice. They'll have to run. Ready or not.
Hotel Murder Club
Sam grew up believing her mother had died by suicide. Now, twelve years later, she works the front desk at a hotel in her childhood hometown, also home of the infamous North Rock Laboratories, a pharmaceutical company plagued with mystery. Things heat up when North Rock Laboratories hosts its annual series of board meetings. Investors and board members from across the globe arrive at Sam's hotel, bringing their snobbish attitudes along with them. Sam, with the help of her unconventional friends, embarks on a little payback, but like a perfect storm, they soon start unraveling clues surrounding her mother's death. Join Sam as she navigates a maze of sex, drugs, and room service with a smile and a dash of revenge.
Fierce Winds
Skip Rhodes, an Arizona tour guide, receives a mysterious message summoning him to Barcelona to find a son he never knew existed. What begins as a personal search quickly spirals into a fast-paced international thriller when he stumbles upon a murder and is pulled back into a dangerous life he once swore to leave behind. Surrounded by mafia conspirators, shadowy Catalan separatists, and a cagy Spanish police inspector, Skip must navigate a web of intrigue, organized crime, and political tension to find the boy - and a way out.Mirroring Skip's desperate mission is a Sinagua man named Chuchip, living at a cliff dwelling in 1392 Arizona. In this gripping work of Native American historical fiction, violent newcomers known as the Fierce Ones descend upon his valley, attack his home, and steal his son. Set against stunning sandstone landscapes and a time of climatic and cultural upheaval, Chuchip's journey to recover his child becomes a dark, revenge-driven quest shaped by survival, loss, and transformation.Fierce Winds is a powerful dual-timeline mystery novel that bridges modern Barcelona and the ancient Southwest in a story of fathers searching for lost sons across centuries. Blending international crime thriller elements with historical suspense, this Arizona desert mystery delivers relentless pacing, cultural depth, and high-stakes action.For fans of the Sedona Chi Mysteries - including Tale of the Broken Spoke, Whitewater Honeymoon, and Chocolate Jungle - and for readers discovering the series for the first time, Fierce Winds is an exciting, cross-cultural adventure filled with conspiracy, betrayal, and the enduring bonds of family.
Turning the Page on Murder
Bookstore owner and armchair sleuth Kate Rowan loved a good murder mystery -- until she fell for an actual killer. Once, she'd hoped her fling with security expert Gary Fenris would lead to something more, but then he confessed his secret: To avenge a deceased lover, he took someone's life. Now, Kate can't even crack the spine on a cozy, let alone a noir. Meanwhile, Gary resolves that protecting others from danger -- and protecting Kate from himself -- is his best shot at atonement. But when Kate's Great-Aunt Roselyn is found with a bloody knife over her neighbour's dead body, on a property guarded by Fenris Securities, Kate and Gary must work together to solve the case. Their sleuthing sends them on a high-stakes treasure hunt from their little neighbourhood of Willowsend to the busy streets of London. Back in forced proximity with her killer ex, Kate can't help but wonder if, this time, she can convince Gary to turn the page on murder.
Between Two Worlds
A Town Shrouded in Mystery and DestinySomething ancient stirs in the fog. When a restless mist descends on the quiet streets of Wilson, it brings with it more than cold and damp-it carries a secret, a warning, and a shadowed past that refuses to remain buried. Beneath the surface of this sleepy town lies a fracture between worlds, where trust is fragile, and every whispered fear might be the prelude to a reckoning.Between two worlds, ordinary lives unravel as the extraordinary breaks through. Marcus Jameson's sudden disappearance and return are just the beginning of a storm that threatens to consume the town and everyone it holds dear. The unraveling mystery pulls together an unlikely fellowship: a mysterious neighbor harboring secrets beyond comprehension, a guardian cloaked in ancient knowledge, and a family fighting to reclaim their son from forces that defy explanation.As extraordinary powers awaken and alliances are forged in the shadow of betrayal, the inhabitants of Wilson face a choice-stand divided, or unite against the darkness creeping closer with every chilling breath of fog. This is a story of sacrifice and courage where the line between friend and foe blurs, and the fate of a world hinges on those brave enough to confront the unknown.Between Two Worlds: Wilson's Mystery is an enthralling journey through secrets woven in time and space, where every revelation deepens the enigma and every step forward risks plunging deeper into the realm where light and shadow collide. Prepare to be drawn into a haunting tale of cosmic battles, ancient guardians, and a small town caught in the crossfire between realms-where survival demands more than bravery; it demands surrender to destiny itself.
Murder on Maple Lane
Maple Lane was the kind of street people envied.Tree-lined sidewalks. Perfect lawns. Quiet routines that never seemed to break. It was the picture of order, the kind of place where everything-and everyone-appeared exactly as it should.Or so it seemed.Behind the polished doors lived something more complicated. Neighbors who watched a little too closely. Conversations that carried more meaning than they showed. Smiles that didn't always reach the eyes. On Maple Lane, nothing went unnoticed-and nothing was ever truly forgotten.Everyone had opinions.Everyone had secrets.And everyone had something to protect.It didn't begin with anything obvious. Just a comment said a little too sharply. A glance held a second too long. A tension that lingered instead of fading. No one could say exactly when it started-only that something in the neighborhood had shifted.Then, one morning, the sirens came.They cut through the calm, loud and impossible to ignore. Curtains moved. Doors opened just enough to watch. Messages spread faster than facts. And by the time the police tape appeared, the story had already begun to change.Not out of grief.But out of instinct.Because on Maple Lane, a tragedy isn't just a loss-it's a disruption. A crack in the carefully maintained image everyone depends on. And cracks demand answers.They demand blame.What followed wasn't just fear-it was suspicion. Trust unraveled quickly. The same neighbors who once shared friendly waves began watching each other differently, quietly measuring what they knew against what they suspected.The question was never just what happened.It became: Who knew?Who lied?And who would be next?Because Maple Lane didn't change overnight.It simply revealed what had been there all along.
Hotel Murder Club
Sam grew up believing her mother had died by suicide. Now, twelve years later, she works the front desk at a hotel in her childhood hometown, also home of the infamous North Rock Laboratories, a pharmaceutical company plagued with mystery. Things heat up when North Rock Laboratories hosts its annual series of board meetings. Investors and board members from across the globe arrive at Sam's hotel, bringing their snobbish attitudes along with them. Sam, with the help of her unconventional friends, embarks on a little payback, but like a perfect storm, they soon start unraveling clues surrounding her mother's death. Join Sam as she navigates a maze of sex, drugs, and room service with a smile and a dash of revenge.
The Devil in Dorsoduro
In Venice, the beauty hides secrets that are steeped in darkness.It's August, and the city is melting under the heat. As locals flee for Ferragosto, retired archivist Arnold Clover plans to enjoy the rare silence - until his friend in the Carabinieri asks him to check on an elderly English woman. He expects little more than locked shutters and unanswered letters. Instead, he finds her dead inside her remote and faded mansion- surrounded by strange symbols and ritualistic objects that suggest her interests ran far deeper than history books.Left with nothing but unanswered questions, and the woman's devoted dachshund, Bruno, Arnold is drawn into a shadowy world beneath Venice's postcard beauty and begins to ask questions. Between bookshops, caf矇s and walks along the canals, he peels back the layers of his mysterious old friend's life - and discovers a Venice few tourists ever see. A city where old beliefs linger, alchemy and folklore are taken seriously and powerful figures hide dangerous secrets.As rumours spread, Arnold realises this murder was no isolated tragedy. Someone wanted the woman silenced. And now, as he follows the trail, is he putting his own life in danger? The Devil in Dorsoduro is a stylish and suspenseful European crime novel filled with atmosphere and intrigue, perfect for fans of Donna Leon and Philip Gwynne Jones."If you like your crime fiction smart, absorbing and full of surprises The Devil in Dorsoduro is definitely the book for you. Old Venetian sins clash with the stark reality of a very modern crime amid the canals and palazzos of one of the most romantic and intriguing cities in the world. Arnold Clover, David Hewson's clever British ex-pat, knows Venice well and leads us not only into the city's less than fragrant underbelly but also back into a past that is both little known and magical. I was entranced." - Award-winning author Barbara Nadel
The Grave Song
The wicker coffin remained upended where it had been dropped headfirst in the open grave. But it was the pale arm reaching from beneath - fingers curled around the woven edge - that froze the mourners where they stood.In the rain-soaked Scottish Highlands, Detective Inspector James Corstorphine arrives at what should have been a simple funeral. Janet Knight wanted only to rest among the birdsong and wildflowers she loved. Instead, her burial becomes a crime scene when a young woman's body is discovered in the grave.Questioning the fractured family - a volatile soldier son, estranged religious siblings, and a healer who promises passage to the next realm - Corstorphine uncovers a devastating connection. Janet's daughter Mary vanished from these same woods over ten years ago, leaving behind a mother who never stopped searching.With forensics threatening to unearth every body in the woodland cemetery, Corstorphine must navigate family betrayals to discover why someone chose Janet's grave to hide their victim. But in these silent woods where even birds have stopped singing, some secrets refuse to stay buried.The fourth gripping DI Corstorphine mystery from CWA New Blood Dagger Longlist author and McIlvanney Prize finalist Andrew James Greig. A haunting Scottish crime thriller perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Ian Rankin, and Val McDermid.
Violent Seed
The fifth book in the Lord Terrence Reid/Anne Michaels mystery series, Violent Seeds takes the couple to the picturesque English Cotswolds for a gourmet experience that turns deadly. Detective Superintendent Lord Terrence Reid hopes for a quiet week with his family in the Cotswolds while his wife, Lady Anne, restores Whitethorn Manor's famous walled garden. The manor's Summer of Chefs program promises seven nights of haute cuisine from a celebrated mystery chef, just the respite his family needs after his father's recent heart attack. But when the mystery chef turns out to be Reid's mother's former lover--a man whose talent for creating exquisite dishes is matched only by his appetite for cruelty--Reid realizes his family's invitation was no coincidence. And the chef hasn't come to dazzle; he's come to settle old scores with the guests--Reid's own parents and headstrong sister among them. After murder disturbs the bucolic calm of the Cotswolds, and his family members become prime suspects, Reid must navigate a tangled web of decades-old grudges and fresh deceits to uncover the truth before another body turns up on the deadly menu. Fans of Deborah Crombie, Elizabeth George, Tana French, Agatha Christie, Karin Slaughter, and other literary or psychological mysteries will love this series!
Deep Heat
A dark secret. A voodoo curse. An enemy who doesn't play by the rules. While Reid tries to find out who the mole in his department is, Kenzie asks for his help on one of the strangest murders he's ever seen.A man is found to have died of shock, a voodoo doll placed beside him.Did he really die of a curse, or was it just made to look like one?When Kenzie's friend asks her to investigate the sudden disappearance of his happily married brother-in-law, she doesn't expect it to lead to a dark family secret and a vengeful voodoo curse.Suddenly, she's thrust into a strange world where the line between fantasy and reality becomes blurred, but where the threat is just as deadly.This fast-paced and gritty thriller is perfect for fans of A.J. Rivers, Mary Stone, Kendra Elliot & Melinda Leigh!________________"Loved it! Read until late last night and finished this morning. It was so good.""I didn't want to put the book down. Can't wait for the next installment.""I started AFTERBURN yesterday and finished it today. Excellent book!"
Gilt Edge
A string of brutal murders. A killer obsessed with ancient justice. A world where power is measured in blood and steel.When Miami's elite collectors of Eastern antiquities start turning up dead-each slain with an authentic samurai sword-investigative journalist Kenzie Gilmore is drawn into a case unlike any other. No longer with The New York Times, Kenzie is back in Miami, where her true crime podcast has made her a rising star.But as she and Detective Reid Garrett navigate a web of illicit dealings and honor-bound traditions, they uncover whispers of a radical group seeking to reclaim what was stolen centuries ago.The killer, an expert in samurai lore, seems to be executing a form of ancient justice, challenging the duo to a game of wits steeped in Eastern philosophy.
The Keepers of Time - The Awakening
n the dead of night-an hour whispered about as the devil's hour-Detective Martin Peters is pulled from restless sleep by yet another call. Already worn thin by exhaustion, he is thrust back into a relentless investigation that refuses to let him rest. The city's growing list of victims weighs heavily on him, each case deepening the guilt, anger, and grief he carries.Arriving at a crime scene along the shadowed pier, Martin is barely holding himself together. Driven by a fierce determination to stop the killer, he clings to one promise: he will catch whoever is responsible, no matter the cost. But the strain is beginning to show. Haunted by memories of his wife and the lives lost under his watch, his focus teeters between sharp instinct and emotional collapse.When his allies-Andrews, Balendin, and Samantha-suddenly vanish without explanation, the situation becomes even more unsettling. Their silence raises a chilling possibility: they may have returned to a time that is not his own. As reality begins to blur with something far more complex, Martin is forced to confront the truth that this case is no ordinary investigation.Caught between duty, loss, and the unraveling threads of time itself, Martin must navigate a mystery that stretches beyond the present. As the line between past and present fractures, one question remains-can he stop the killer before time runs out, or will he lose himself in the process?The Keepers of Time: The Awakening is a gripping blend of crime, psychological tension, and time-bending intrigue, where every second counts and nothing is as it seems.
Flight of Grace
Psychology professor and cult expert Willow Grace joins forces once again with FBI Agent Paxton Holt on a mission to interview a high-profile suspect.But when they stumble upon a sinister human trafficking case, it stirs haunting echoes of Willow's past. Bound by a personal sense of justice, she resolves to face off against these monsters, while fending off demons of her own.As Willow grapples with the ghosts of her childhood and the evolving dynamics of her relationship with Holt, she must confront the question of her future. Meanwhile, Holt finds himself torn between his duty to follow protocol and his unwavering support for Willow in her quest to save the kidnapped girl, all while navigating the complexities of his relationship with his niece, Delphi.Set against the stark backdrop of Arizona, "Flight of Grace" is a pulse-pounding thriller that delves deep into the hearts and minds of its unforgettable characters. With breathtaking twists and turns, this novel is a must-read for both fans of the series and newcomers alike. Join Willow and Holt as they race against time to unravel the shocking truth behind the trafficking ring and confront the demons of their pasts in this electrifying new chapter of theWillow Grace saga.
Night Watch
A roll of film. A 60-year-old mystery. A killer who may still be watching.The discovery of a rusty old camera sends Kenzie on the trail of a cold case in the heart of the Everglades. Decades ago, a series of unsolved disappearances haunted the area, with locals whispering about a phantom-like figure dubbed "The Night Watchman."Kenzie, compelled by the disturbing photographs, dives into the history, uncovering unsettling folklore and forgotten testimonies. As she and Reid venture deeper into the marshlands, they find evidence suggesting that the "Night Watchman" might be more than just a legend.Someone is meticulously recreating the old crimes, using the vastness of the Everglades to their advantage. Kenzie and Reid must navigate this treacherous terrain and outwit a killer who seems to vanish into thin air, all while the murky waters of the past rise to the surface.
Fever Pitch
A dead journalist... A ruthless predator... A dark secret that could get them killed. Kenzie is covering a high society wedding in New York when she learns her investigative reporter friend, Liesl, has been murdered. The last time she spoke to Liesl, Kenzie asked her to look into a cold case - a man who drugged and raped young women.Did Liesl discover something that got her killed?When Reid gets an urgent phone call from Kenzie, he takes some much needed time off and flies to New York to help her hunt down a ruthless predator.What he doesn't expect is to be embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a killer who will stop at nothing to achieve his goal.
Most Gracious Advocate
In the fourth Lord Terrence Reid book, Reid and Anne are back in Glasgow, trying to make a go of their patched-up marriage, when a string of nanny kidnappings hits a little too close to home. Lured by an internet-based trap, sixteen-year-old Lizzie Frost is snatched from the chilly Glasgow streets, making her the third girl to disappear in similar circumstances in as many months. Scottish Police Superintendent, Terrence Reid, heir to a Scottish title and whiskey fortune, is charged with solving the case. Racing to find the girls and stopping whoever is behind the abductions before another girl disappears, Reid has his hands full. But solving the case is easier said than done. There are many more questions than answers, and everyone seems to have something to hide. As the complex layers of deceit unravel, the betrayals mount up, threatening to destroy families, careers, and lives. After Reid's own family becomes part of the case, he's forced to confront moral choices that threaten his most basic beliefs. Fans of literary mysteries such as those by Elizabeth George, Deborah Crombie, Julia Spencer Fleming, Karin Slaughter, and Tana French will love this series.
All Guilty Anyway
Ivy Collins, a fourth-generation attorney, is the daughter her powerful father never wanted. After growing up chasing approval that never came, Ivy rebels by joining the practice of Lester "The Truth" Williams, a notorious criminal defense lawyer who once bested her dad in court. Ivy expects mentorship and mastery. Instead, she finds a burned-out cynic running a settlement mill where clients are pressured to plea bargain their cases because, as The Truth insists, "They're all guilty anyway."Ivy plays along until she's assigned to represent Sonia Cabrerra, a Guatemalan immigrant accused of unspeakable child abuse. The case seems open and shut with physical evidence and a devastating confession. However, Ivy some uncovers linguistic and cultural misunderstandings that could lead to a massive miscarriage of justice.Up against a broken system, Ivy must decide how far she is willing to go to fight for a client when key evidence resides in dangerous, cartel-controlled regions of Guatemala and local witnesses live amidst the constant threat of deportation.All Guilty Anyway asks whether, in a world built upon bargains and broken people, the truth still stands a chance.
Beyond Time
Beyond Time is a lyrical work of literary fiction that weaves romance, mystery, and metaphysical wonder into a story of longing, memory, and destiny. When a solitary woman returns to a place tied to unfinished chapters of her past, she expects only silence. Instead, she finds herself drawn into a strange and luminous reality where time bends, memories awaken, and love refuses to remain buried.Guided by enigmatic figures and haunted by echoes of a promise once made, she moves between worlds both familiar and otherworldly. What begins as a search for someone she once loved becomes a deeper journey into the hidden layers of existence itself-where dreams overlap with waking life, and truth hides beneath symbols, signs, and forgotten histories.As the boundaries between past and present dissolve, she must confront a mystery that reaches far beyond her own life. In doing so, she discovers that love is not confined to a single moment, a single body, or even a single lifetime. It is a force that transcends time, space, and memory.Blending poetic prose with emotional depth, Beyond Time is a romantic and philosophical mystery about fate, connection, and the unseen threads that bind human lives together. It invites readers into a world where the heart remembers what the mind cannot, and where every ending may be only another beginning.
Fever Pitch
A dead journalist... A ruthless predator... A dark secret that could get them killed. Kenzie is covering a high society wedding in New York when she learns her investigative reporter friend, Liesl, has been murdered. The last time she spoke to Liesl, Kenzie asked her to look into a cold case - a man who drugged and raped young women.Did Liesl discover something that got her killed?When Reid gets an urgent phone call from Kenzie, he takes some much needed time off and flies to New York to help her hunt down a ruthless predator.What he doesn't expect is to be embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a killer who will stop at nothing to achieve his goal.
Night Watch
A roll of film. A 60-year-old mystery. A killer who may still be watching.The discovery of a rusty old camera sends Kenzie on the trail of a cold case in the heart of the Everglades. Decades ago, a series of unsolved disappearances haunted the area, with locals whispering about a phantom-like figure dubbed "The Night Watchman."Kenzie, compelled by the disturbing photographs, dives into the history, uncovering unsettling folklore and forgotten testimonies. As she and Reid venture deeper into the marshlands, they find evidence suggesting that the "Night Watchman" might be more than just a legend.Someone is meticulously recreating the old crimes, using the vastness of the Everglades to their advantage. Kenzie and Reid must navigate this treacherous terrain and outwit a killer who seems to vanish into thin air, all while the murky waters of the past rise to the surface.
