One After Another
In the bustling streets of 1920s London, where the air is thick with the echoes of post-war change and the whispers of societal transformation, a collection of stories unfolds that captures the essence of human nature with exquisite precision. Long forgotten, yet timeless in its exploration of character-driven narratives, this short story collection is a testament to the brilliance of early 20th century fiction. Once out of print for decades, it has now been lovingly republished by Alpha Editions, restored for today's and future generations to savour. Delve into the intricate tapestry of British literature, where each tale offers a window into the soul of a nation on the cusp of modernity. The stories weave through the complexities of societal observations, echoing the subtle nuances reminiscent of E.M. Forster and Somerset Maugham. For literature enthusiasts and short story lovers alike, this edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, a bridge between the past and the present. In a world where the exploration of human nature remains ever-relevant, these narratives resonate with a profound clarity, inviting readers to reflect on the enduring truths of our shared existence. Whether you're a casual reader seeking to be swept away by the charm of 1920s England or a classic-collection buyer eager to own a piece of literary history, this restored edition promises an experience both enriching and unforgettable.
An African Millionaire; Episodes In The Life Of The Illustrious Colonel Clay
In a world where wealth and wit collide, a millionaire's life is turned upside down by a master of disguise and deception. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, this enthralling collection of detective fiction captures the imagination with its intricate con artist schemes and thrilling crime stories. As the illustrious Colonel Clay embarks on his millionaire adventures, readers are drawn into a world of Victorian mystery, where every twist and turn reveals the cunning nature of human ambition. This book, once lost to the sands of time, was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions, restored for today's and future generations. It stands as a testament to the ingenuity of classic literature enthusiasts, offering a glimpse into the British colonial era and echoing the brilliance of contemporaries like Arthur Conan Doyle and Raffles the Amateur Cracksman. Each short story in this collection is a finely crafted gem, appealing to both crime fiction readers and those who treasure the art of storytelling. This edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting readers to rediscover the charm and intelligence of a bygone era. With its vivid characters and timeless plots, this book remains a captivating exploration of the human psyche, reflecting the eternal dance between wealth and morality.
Lightwave
Trouble in all the wrong places...Katryn of Cygnus knocks Tyron Phazeer off his feet-literally and figuratively. She's got the net security skills Lightwave Fold Transport needs, she's killer in a fight, and as a bonus, she's beautiful. Katryn's been burned more than once-is Tyron and his job offer too good to be true? And does she really want to work and live in space? But her choices disappear when her past catches up to her. Trying to escape the mercenary troop chasing Katryn through Nexus station, she slips in a hidden corridor used only by station maintenance personnel. Tyron knows those passages are controlled by a shady group known only as Nexus Below, and now, Katryn's got trouble above and below. Can Tyron help Katryn escape her enemies? Can Katryn learn to trust Tyron? Find out in Lightwave: Nexus Station, a Folding Space Series prequel. Plus, a bonus short story, Tea Party Protocol!
Roller Closer Ride
The Crows had achieved the impossible when they established Crowdom, a nation of Genetically Modified Crows with a combination of ambition inherited from Humans and the prowess for survival characteristic of Crows. Threatened on their southern, eastern and northern borders they also become aware of a madman Geneticist who created new hybrids that defy the Laws of Genetics and threaten internal stability. Hi-tech treasures that Crowdom possesses enable Koko, a CrowMan with super dominant traits to become King and carry the burden of uniting two nations.Kenoa, a typical teenager from Earth, who has been uploaded and translocated to a strange place since she plugged a flash drive, left in a flower pot by Crows, into her computer. Over time her friendship with Genetically Modified Crow, Koko, blossoms and together they shall reign over Crowdom.
Five Nights At The Five Pines
In the heart of rural America, where shadows stretch long and secrets run deep, a long-forgotten mystery novel resurfaces to captivate a new generation. A suspense fiction gem from the 20th century, it beckons young adult readers and mystery enthusiasts alike to unravel its enigma. Set against the eerie backdrop of a haunted house, the narrative weaves a tale of family secrets that have simmered beneath the surface of a small town mystery for decades. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions, restored for today's and future generations. Its revival serves as a testament to the timeless allure of a thriller book that echoes the style of Shirley Jackson, appealing to fans of Agatha Christie and beyond. This edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting readers to lose themselves in a world where every creak of the floorboards and whisper of the wind is laden with suspense. As the pages turn, the past and present collide in a gripping dance of tension and revelation, making it a significant addition to any classic collection. Whether you are a casual reader seeking a chilling escape or a connoisseur of literary history, this restored masterpiece promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of mystery.
Everyone in the Group Chat Dies
From the breakout author of Swiped comes a compulsively readable, surprisingly funny, and genuinely thrilling pageturner about a TikTok true crime investigator, a '90s serial killer that may not be as dead as everyone would like, a text thread from hell, and long buried secrets that just won't stay in the grave where they belong. Kirby Cornell needs a break from everything: - Her crumbling apartment in the sleepy town of Crowhurst (famous for its bucolic countryside and a second-rate serial killer from the '90s). - Her dead-end job. - Her sleazy landlord - Her messy roommates. - And, most of all, the terrible thing they all did. Luckily, that hasn't caught up with her just yet. Until a new message on their old group chat pops up: Everyone in the group chat dies. It's the first text her ex-roommate Esme has sent for ages, but that's not the really weird thing. The really weird thing is, Esme died twelve months ago... Don't miss the new laugh-out-loud thriller from L.M. Chilton, Everyone in the Group Chat Dies--a murder mystery that fuses the comedy of Friends with the serial killer thrills of I Know What You Did Last Summer.
Madman on a Drum
Homicide cop Bobby Dunston's daughter has been kidnapped, taken in broad daylight on a city street in the middle of September. The kidnappers demand a million dollars and force Dunston to get the ransom from his friend Rushmore McKenzie. It soon becomes apparent to both of them that one of the kidnappers is childhood pal Scottie, a once aspiring drummer now gone astray, and that the kidnapping is payback for "crimes" they committed in their past. Of course McKenzie, a former cop and now unlicensed P.I., handles the ransom drop-off and the child is returned safely. But Scottie is soon brutally murdered (maybe that's Mac's fault and maybe it isn't) and someone takes out an open contract on McKenzie, using his own money to pay for it. Dodging attempts on his life from assassins of all shapes and sizes, McKenzie now has precious little time to uncover the mastermind behind it all if he's going to survive. Critical Acclaim for MADMAN ON A DRUM: "Hate, revenge and old-fashioned greed propel Edgar-winner Housewright's stellar fifth mystery to feature former St. Paul, Minn., cop Rushmore McKenzie. Housewright's chivalric noir hero never fails to charm, whether mourning a St. Paul that's lost much of its colorful, if shady, past or busting a bestial dogfight entrepreneur out in the chilly countryside. Against a realistic Minnesota backdrop, this homage to Mickey Spillane's Mike Hammer raises cutting questions about crime and punishment and today's price of friendship and loyalty. Of course, McKenzie knows it's all about money, but Housewright makes it so fresh and real it hurts." -Publishers Weekly, starred review "Housewright returns with another noir-tinged mystery starring St. Paul detective Rushmore McKenzie. Lots of narrative momentum and exciting scenes." -Booklist "McKenzie's subtle humor keeps the tension from boiling over, but don't expect any breaks in the action." -Minnesota Monthly
Lightwave
United we fall, divided we run. Saree's secret identity isn't so secret anymore, so she agrees to leave Lightwave behind-forever. When every mercenary, bounty hunter and opportunist is searching for you, traveling alone is terrifying. But if she stays on Lightwave, their enemies will find them. While Lightwave and her crew run for the fringes of known space, Saree and her seemingly sentient shuttle, Hal, head the other direction. But are they really safer apart? Will Hal's impulsive behavior thrust them straight into a black hole? And what happens when the Time Guild decides to interfere? Find out in Lightwave: Lost, Folding Space Series 4.0!
The Poisoned Chocolates Case
When a society lady dies after eating a box of chocolates meant for someone else, London's press and police are baffled. Only the brilliant - and infuriating - amateur sleuth Roger Sheringham dares to unravel the case's tangled motives and deadly elegance. But this time, he's not working alone. Six sharp minds, each with a theory, tackle the same crime - and every solution seems more convincing than the last... until the final, shocking revelation.A masterpiece of Golden Age detective fiction, The Poisoned Chocolates Case is Anthony Berkeley at his cleverest - witty, psychological, and delightfully subversive. With multiple detectives, multiple answers, and one unforgettable twist, it's a mystery lover's dream come true.Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Margery Allingham, this classic blends humor, suspense, and intellectual challenge in equal measure.
Israel Rank
In the shadowy corners of Edwardian England, where identity and deception intertwine, unfolds a tale of chilling ambition and moral ambiguity. Once lost to time, this psychological crime fiction masterpiece returns, its pages whispering secrets of a criminal's rise and fall. A classic crime novel, it draws readers into the mind of a man whose charm is as lethal as his intent, echoing the dark allure of Oscar Wilde influences and crime and punishment parallels. This narrative, a criminal autobiography, offers a window into the soul of a society teetering on the brink of modernity, where the veneer of civility masks a ruthless struggle for power. Its exploration of the human psyche resonates today, inviting crime fiction enthusiasts and fans of classic literature alike to ponder the eternal dance between ambition and morality. Alpha Editions proudly presents this work, which has been out of print for decades, now meticulously restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering a rare glimpse into early 20th century England. As you turn its pages, you are not merely reading a story; you are witnessing the rebirth of a forgotten gem, a testament to the enduring power of narrative to illuminate the darkest corners of the human condition.
Toast 5
Welcome to the TRF update, thanks to all those billeted ashore. As you can see by the different colours I've crudely drawn on the map we have control of the following areas, which are marked in light blue: Johnny and the peninsular TRF have the whole peninsular up as far as Oxford in the north, and Mid-Point to the west. Mona Commander has control from Wattle in the west to Devon outskirts in the east, and just outside Brownsville in the north. John, our newly appointed north west Commander, has secured all the north west tip as far as Devon. Blue Bone has control all the way east from Queen to The Wall in the Wilderness. Harold and his pirates on the Black Ink have control from Wood in the south to Kettle in the north, including Frog Island. Len has from Oxford in the south to White Distillery in the north. Santa is training the locals and Taswegia II passengers on Bass Island. Buck controls the Ramat River and the northern coastline from High Head to Reed Lagoon. Ernie's tunnel rats control High Head in the north to Earth in the south, and all the way to Scot in the east and Reed Lagoon.
The Privileged Death
There's privilege and then there's privilege. Mirror Ranch, an upscale dude ranch and spa, is the perfect place for a two-day offsite. At least that's what Evie Valentine and her law partners thought until a freak storm traps them at the ranch with billionaire Charlie Moore and his family. Charlie is about to announce which of his ambitious children, his hardworking angry daughter or his arrogant entitled son, will take over the company he founded... when the bodies start dropping. As if that's not enough, Evie's law partner Keith is acting strange. The man who can't make a decision to save his soul is determined to turn their law firm upside down.As Evie pursues the truth she discovers that for some people, billions of dollars is not enough.
A Fatal Feast at Bramsford Manor
While filming at a haunted English manor, chef Bunny MacBride's big break on her first reality TV show may be cut short by an unscripted murder in Darci Hannah's new Food & Spirits cozy mystery series . . . It isn't how chef Bridget "Bunny" MacBride imagined her own cooking show unfolding. But, if preparing historic meals with a modern flair is what it takes to get her cooking on the air, she can deliver, even if her dinner guest is a ghost. That's the premise of the new reality TV show Food & Spirits, where Chef Bunny teams up with ghost hunter Brett Bloom and psychic medium Giff McGrady to visit haunted locales around the world and tempt lingering spirits back to the table with a beloved meal. For their first episode, the Food & Spirits team sets off to investigate Bramsford Manor, a historic house turned famously haunted hotel, in picturesque Hampshire, England. The sprawling estate is said to be home to the Mistletoe Bride, a young woman who died in the 18th century, the victim of a tragic accident on her Christmas wedding night. Bunny leaves the spectral search to the pros and focuses on the feast, creating a traditional English holiday wedding dinner, complete with a gorgeous prime rib, Yorkshire pudding, and rustic apple tarts. But Bunny's task is made more difficult when someone steals a boning knife from her custom kit. Alas, when the blade finally turns up again--in the chest of an all-too-human dinner guest--Bunny's woes only grow as she is named a lead suspect in the case! Now, with a haunted house full of living residents, staff, and crew, Bunny will need the help of Brett, Giff, and her clairvoyant Grandma Mac, to solve this murder before the manor gains another ghost!
Cooktown Christmas
Andrew Collins is a 16-year-old navy cadet navigating the choppy waters of adolescence. When his relationship with Tina hits the rocks, Andrew finds himself adrift on unfamiliar seas, grappling with the complexities of love and temptation.During a short voyage on a navy patrol boat, the cadets are spectators to the arrest of a suspicious old freighter and the discovery of an old naval mine. Whilst docked in the historic North Queensland town of Cooktown to pick up bomb disposal divers, Andrew meets some of the local girls and suddenly the prospect of spending the Christmas holidays at the famous bush pub, the Lions Den, looks quite attractive.When Andrew's family travel to the Lions Den to manage it for the holiday season, there is romance, lust, romantic opportunities, and sadness as Andrew is faced with difficult choices (which girl?) and hard moral decisions.Yet danger lurks beneath the tranquil surface. In the remote jungles and bush, Andrew has to draw on all his courage, skill and reserves of character and stamina to survive and to save his sister Carmen and Tina.So join Andrew and Carmen and spend the Christmas holidays in a fascinating and historic part of Far North Queensland.Suitable for teenagers
Beyond Control
Irresistible passion meets page-turning suspense in this Texas-set romantic thriller - for fans of Sandra Brown, Lisa Jackson, Julie Garwood, Linda Howard, and Heather Graham. Delightfully fast-paced, riveting, and amazingly compelling. Martin has outdone herself." --Publisher's Weekly When Victoria Bradford got engaged, she told herself to give love a chance. Six months later, she's on the run from her angry, abusive ex-fianc矇 with her four-year-old daughter and nowhere to go. Seventy miles north of Dallas, the Iron River Ranch is pretty much nowhere. That's what its new owner, Josh Cain, wanted when he came back from Afghanistan. Big skies, quiet nights, no trouble. One look tells Josh the pretty redhead with the adorable little girl will give him trouble of the most personal kind. But he's seen trouble before, and he doesn't scare easy. Not when "accidents" start happening around the ranch. Not when Tory's best friend back in Phoenix is abducted and brutalized. Not even when it looks like their current problems are only the tip of the iceberg. But if he gets too close to fierce, determined Tory, Josh knows his nights are going to be anything but quiet. And that's one possibility no amount of training can prepare him for . . .
You Can Scream
Twisted family relationships, sociopaths and conspiracy theories abound in the icy Cascade Mountains of Washington State in New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti's heart-pounding series about an FBI profiler and her equally brilliant sister on the wrong side of the law. For fans of Karen Rose, Heather Gudenkauf, Allison Brennan, and Melinda Leigh. Laurel's family was never simple--but her half-sister, Abigail, a brilliant, unpredictable psychopath, just made it lethal. Accused of murdering their father, a man she always called a monster, Abigail claimsself-defense. As the trial unfolds and long-buried family secrets explode into headlines across Washington State, Laurel's hard-won privacy is shattered. And the nightmare is just beginning. Even as Abigail's trial consumes public attention, new dangers close in as the murder of a prominent scientist and the illegal poaching of a rare Pacific plant point to something insidious. Laurel turns to Washington Fish and Wildlife captain Huck Rivers, her partner in work and life, for help. But the deeper they dig, the more the case seems to echo the chaos unraveling Laurel's world. With danger tightening around her, Laurel faces an impossible choice: trust Abigail in one crucial, treacherous alliance, or risk losing everything. Her career, her relationships, even her life hang in the balance. The clock is ticking--and if the threat breaks loose, nothing will be fast enough to stop it.
Project Exodus 3001
'When humanity itself can be stored, rewritten, and controlled, who truly decides what it means to be free?In the flooded ruins of a shattered future, Astra Ω-07 carries the last uncorrupted Seed-the key to the Exodus Vault. As the Conclave tightens its grip and simulations collapse, every choice could reshape reality itself. Project Exodus 3001 is a high-stakes journey through memory, consciousness, and rebellion, where the survival of human identity hangs in the balance.
The Art of Murder in Brussels
Nicolas De Wever, a renowned antiques dealer in Brussels, is thrust into a deadly mystery when he discovers a hidden masterpiece. The find quickly turns perilous when an art historian examining the piece is murdered in Nicolas's locked shop, and the painting disappears.Teaming up with Inspector L矇onie Martens, Nicolas delves into a labyrinth of clues that link the painting secrets from the Belgian revolution era. As they uncover the mysteries that weave through the fabric of Belgian history, their investigation becomes a dangerous race against time to catch a murderer who will stop at nothing to keep the past buried."The Art of Murder in Brussels" blends art, history, and suspense in a gripping narrative that explores the transformative power of discovery and the shadows cast by forgotten secrets.
A Bride's Guide to Happiness and Homicide
When Dakota Green's best friend asks her to be the maid of honor, she expects champagne toasts and bouquet tosses--not a dead priest in the holly bushes of The Rose Palace estate. But in Aubergine, Virginia, something borrowed and something blue might just include a corpse or two.A winter getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains should be wonderland bliss for pre-wedding festivities. Instead, it's a blizzard of suspicion as the groom's Texas relatives arrive with secrets as deep as the falling snow.Just when Dakota thinks she can't handle one more wedding disaster, the officiating priest takes a fatal plunge from the fourth floor, with a bullet through his heart and Dakota's boyfriend Sheriff Charlie Strong becomes the prime suspect. With Charlie behind bars and the wedding hours away, Dakota must clear his name while ensuring her best friend gets her perfect day. Between a gun-wielding father of the groom, a scandalous romance and a bride who refuses to postpone, Dakota faces her greatest challenge yet. Can she unmask a killer before the wedding march? Or will this matrimony end in mayhem?If you love the humor of Janet Evanovich and Elle Cosimano, the charm of small-town secrets, and amateur sleuths with a flair for finding trouble, this maid-of-honor mystery is your perfect match.Readers are loving the Dakota Green mystery series:
Until It's Over
U.S. Senate candidate Anthony Jordane is not who everyone thinks he is. And Sylvia Jensen is the only one who knows the truth. Eighty-three-year-old Sylvia Jensen and investigative reporter J.B. Harrell, whose deep emotional bond spans decades, are at a protest against uranium mining on indigenous land. When U.S. Senate Candidate Anthony Jordane begins to speak, Sylvia lunges at him then collapses in a lifeless heap on the floor. J.B., while keeping vigil at her hospital bedside as she slips in and out of consciousness, becomes certain about two things. A long time ago Anthony Jordane did something terrible and for some reason Sylvia blames herself for what happened. But even after he completes a thorough and deeply personal investigation, Sylvia knows there is more to the story. Until It's Over shows how early trauma can shape life trajectories, how remembering can heal, and how taking action can transform pain into justice.
Without Conviction
Abbottsville, at its surface, is a charming border-town on land never meant to be settled. It's land that some say is cursed, but that many others have made a suspiciously lucrative living; at a cost that is often unchallenged by its citizens. However, when a young woman, Megan Wilson, goes missing the silence is broken. Unrest is felt amongst the Town as her family accuse an influential leader. As faith is lost in the local authorities a renowned investigator, John Tarot, is hired by the Mayor to find Megan. Tarot has a clairvoyant gift that once made him a celebrated asset in military intelligence-until his wife was killed and he turned to drink and cynicism. Now working as a private investigator he keeps his gift a secret; but as he arrives in Town his talent is mysteriously no longer available to him. With the premonitions he once heavily relied on to solve his cases stripped away, Tarot is left to navigate blindly as he uncovers the bizarre underworld that fuels Abbottsville's prosperity and encounters one perplexing puzzle after another. Is his on-again, off-again gift finally gone for good? Without it, how can he penetrate the multiple layers of intrigue, greed and conspiracy that lie between him and Megan before it's too late? Will he ever recover the optimism he had before he lost his wife and, along with her, his faith in humanity?Without Conviction is an entertaining blend of whodunit and hard-boiled noir for adult fans of classic private eye thrillers.
Boxed
It's 2035 and Keith, a semi-retired widower, knows that this new world is simply not for him. Digital implants, travel restrictions to save the environment and security cameras at every turn, Keith incurs credit fines almost daily. Alone following the death of his beloved wife, he lives to see his daughter and granddaughter Jess who dotes on his every word and provides Keith with the will to carry on.But seemingly innocuous events nearly thirty years earlier mean Keith has incurred the ire of very powerful and unpleasant forces. He has secret benefactors who, unbeknown to him, protect him. Will Keith avoid the inescapable "suicide protocol" or have events finally caught up with him? Either way, this normal man must resist. Jess deserves a better future than the "security" measures that restrict our freedoms.The question is, will he live to tell the tale? Boxed is a novel of our age where the reality of life in Britain in ten years is laid bare. Dystopian or a reality? What did you do? Future generations will ask.
Until It's Over
U.S. Senate candidate Anthony Jordane is not who everyone thinks he is. And Sylvia Jensen is the only one who knows the truth. Eighty-three-year-old Sylvia Jensen and investigative reporter J.B. Harrell, whose deep emotional bond spans decades, are at a protest against uranium mining on indigenous land. When U.S. Senate Candidate Anthony Jordane begins to speak, Sylvia lunges at him then collapses in a lifeless heap on the floor. J.B., while keeping vigil at her hospital bedside as she slips in and out of consciousness, becomes certain about two things. A long time ago Anthony Jordane did something terrible and for some reason Sylvia blames herself for what happened. But even after he completes a thorough and deeply personal investigation, Sylvia knows there is more to the story. Until It's Over shows how early trauma can shape life trajectories, how remembering can heal, and how taking action can transform pain into justice.
Without Conviction
Abbottsville, at its surface, is a charming border-town on land never meant to be settled. It's land that some say is cursed, but that many others have made a suspiciously lucrative living; at a cost that is often unchallenged by its citizens. However, when a young woman, Megan Wilson, goes missing the silence is broken. Unrest is felt amongst the Town as her family accuse an influential leader. As faith is lost in the local authorities a renowned investigator, John Tarot, is hired by the Mayor to find Megan. Tarot has a clairvoyant gift that once made him a celebrated asset in military intelligence-until his wife was killed and he turned to drink and cynicism. Now working as a private investigator he keeps his gift a secret; but as he arrives in Town his talent is mysteriously no longer available to him. With the premonitions he once heavily relied on to solve his cases stripped away, Tarot is left to navigate blindly as he uncovers the bizarre underworld that fuels Abbottsville's prosperity and encounters one perplexing puzzle after another. Is his on-again, off-again gift finally gone for good? Without it, how can he penetrate the multiple layers of intrigue, greed and conspiracy that lie between him and Megan before it's too late? Will he ever recover the optimism he had before he lost his wife and, along with her, his faith in humanity?Without Conviction is an entertaining blend of whodunit and hard-boiled noir for adult fans of classic private eye thrillers.
What Evil Hides
A man's body is found in a Kentish hop field, his brutal death marked by horrific injuries. As Detective Kay Hunter begins to investigate, the case quickly reveals itself to be anything but routine. The local farming community is tight-lipped, the victim's background is unclear, and the evidence uncovers a trail of conflicting stories and long-held secrets.With the media and her superior officers demanding answers, Kay must navigate the lies and unravel the truth to solve one of the most complex murder investigations of her career.In a landscape shaped by tradition and silence, some secrets are buried for a reason.What Evil Hides is the fifteenth book in the bestselling Detective Kay Hunter series, and perfect for readers who love twisty murder mysteries.
What Evil Hides
A man's body is found in a Kentish hop field, his brutal death marked by horrific injuries. As Detective Kay Hunter begins to investigate, the case quickly reveals itself to be anything but routine. The local farming community is tight-lipped, the victim's background is unclear, and the evidence uncovers a trail of conflicting stories and long-held secrets.With the media and her superior officers demanding answers, Kay must navigate the lies and unravel the truth to solve one of the most complex murder investigations of her career.In a landscape shaped by tradition and silence, some secrets are buried for a reason.What Evil Hides is the fifteenth book in the bestselling Detective Kay Hunter series, and perfect for readers who love twisty murder mysteries.
May Contain Murder
For fans of Nita Prose, Benjamin Stevenson, and Jessa Maxwell, this delightfully witty and tightly-written new locked room culinary mystery from the MasterChef semi-finalist, cookbook writer, and bestselling author of Knife Skills for Beginners features a charming chef, delicious original recipes, and a killer cruise aboard a luxurious superyacht. "If it weren't for all the terrible things that have been happening, I'd consider myself the luckiest man alive . . ." While his flooded house undergoes repairs, chef-turned-writer Paul Delamare has been offered an accommodation upgrade--an all-expenses-paid trip aboard a private superyacht in the company of X矇ra, one of his dearest friends. Paul will help X矇ra work on her memoirs as Maldemer glides its sumptuous way to the Caribbean. The scenery is stunning, the luxury is unparalleled, and the food...well, at least the dishes that Paul is roped into preparing are delicious. The hired chef, meanwhile, seems completely out of her depth. She's not the only one. Much as Paul adores X矇ra, a Parisian socialite who he was introduced to by his late lover, Marcus, he has little in common with the other guests, a motley crew consisting of X矇ra's new husband and his grasping family. When X矇ra's priceless new necklace goes missing, Paul falls under suspicion. But there's far worse in store, as one of the passengers is found dead in mysterious and grisly circumstances. The stormy weather matches the threatening mood onboard, and as Maldemer veers off course, every semblance of order goes with it. Above and below deck there are secrets and dangerous alliances. And as he untangles the truth, it becomes clear that Paul's sharing close quarters with a killer eager to make this his final voyage . . .
The Mysterious Death of Junetta Plum
At the darkly glamorous height of the Roaring 20s, an independent Black intellectual and her bi-racial foster child are immersed in the vibrant world of the Harlem Renaissance - and a shocking murder on Striver's Row - in this thrilling Jazz Age mystery for reader of Nekesia Afia, Jacqueline Winspear, Avery Cunningham's The Mayor of Maxwell Street. 1926: Harriet Stone, a liberated, educated Black woman, and Lovey, the orphaned, biracial 12-year-old she is bound to protect, are Harlem-bound, embarking on a new, hopefully less traumatic chapter in their lives. They have been invited to move from Connecticut by Harriet's cousin, Junetta Plum, who runs a boardinghouse for independent-minded single women. It's a bold move, since Harriet has never met Junetta, but the fatalities of the Spanish flu and other tragedies have already forced her and Lovey to face their worst fears. Alone but for each other, they have little left to lose--or so it seems as they arrive at sophisticated Junetta's impressive brownstone. Her cousin has a sharp edge, which makes Harriett slightly uncomfortable. Still, after retiring to her room for the night, she finally falls asleep--only to awaken to Junetta arguing with someone downstairs. In the morning, she makes a shocking discovery at the foot of the stairs. What ensues will lead Harriet to question Junetta's very identity--and to wonder if she and Lovey are in danger, as well. It will also tie Harriet to five strangers. Among them, Harriet is sure someone knows something. What she doesn't yet know is that one will play a crucial role in helping her investigate her cousin's murder . . . that she will be tied to the others in ways she could never imagine . . . and that her life will take off in a startling new direction. . . .
A Husband is Hushed Up (Large Print Edition)
THIS IS THE LARGE PRINT EDITIONA fatal fall. A duchess determined to uncover the truth. And absolutely no time for tea.Fenshire, 1891. It was meant to be a birthday celebration in the country-cucumber sandwiches, polite conversation, and maybe a waltz or two. But when the Duke of Stortford is found dead at the foot of the stairs, everything goes dreadfully sideways. The police declare it a tragic accident, but his wife, Alice, has her doubts. After all, only hours before, the Duke had promised to give their marriage another go. Now he's inconveniently deceased. Driven by a need for answers and helped by her fiercely loyal maid Maud, her observant footman George, and her childhood friend Lord Rushton, Alice sets about uncovering the truth. But as she navigates a house full of secrets, simmering tensions, and more than one guest with murderously bad manners, her suspect pool grows to include those closest to her. Can she piece together the truth? Or will her husband's murderer get away with it after all?The guests are leaving. The killer is among them. Time is running out...With its blend of scandal, suspense, and wit, A Husband is Hushed Up is ideal for readers who love daring heroines, Victorian house party intrigue, and a mystery as twisty as it's cozy.
Dead Boyfriends
Right up until they put him in jail, McKenzie thought the cops were kidding. After all, he did them a favor by stopping a rookie cop from roughing up a distraught woman at a murder scene. But the next thing he knows, he's in jail, missing an important date with his girlfriend, and reliving nightmares he thought he had left far behind him-and vowing payback for all of it. If that means sticking his nose into an ongoing murder investigation, well, he's done it before. Only what appears to be a straightforward case of a cheating boyfriend, his alcoholic girlfriend, and an opportune baseball bat proves far more complicated than the police are willing to accept. More disconcerting, as he investigates, McKenzie finds himself fighting the influence of a shadowy figure who controls more of what goes on in the Twin Cities than a rational voter would believe. Then there are the unidentified thugs who kill a witness and rough up him and his female lawyer ally. Soon McKenzie realizes that the truth of this sordid crime may be as hard to find-and as hard to live with-as the justice he seeks. Critical Acclaim for DEAD BOYFRIENDS: "Former cop Rushmore McKenzie certainly won't run from a fight, but he also has a softer side: he is a firm believer in loyalty and love, and he is a sucker for the underdog. When he stops to help a woman he sees at the side of the road, he has no idea he'll be calling on all these character traits to unravel the truth about the woman, a grisly murder, a string of dead boyfriends, and a secret in her past... Housewright is terrific-funny, wry, and dead-on-which, along with some unexpected plot twists, gives this the sort of appeal that will have readers asking for the next book as well as ones that can fill in McKenzie's history." -Booklist "Once again, St. Paul's Saint George scatters the dragons who menace a damsel in distress." -Kirkus Reviews "David Housewright is one of my favorite mystery authors. I'd read a cereal box if he wrote it. I really like McKenzie's character and enjoy his determination and sense of loyalty. He's the guy in the white hat, seeking to preserve justice for all. And he's always willing to put himself in harm's way to accomplish his goals. No risk, no reward... Dead Boyfriends is a fun ride with twists enough to surprise everyone. Housewright's attention to the various Twin Cities locals is spot on and tremendous fun for those of us who live here. His characters are rich and complex, his plot intriguing and satisfying." -Armchair Reviews
A Husband is Hushed Up (A Duchess of Stortford Mystery)
A fatal fall. A duchess determined to uncover the truth. And absolutely no time for tea.Fenshire, 1891. It was meant to be a birthday celebration in the country-cucumber sandwiches, polite conversation, and maybe a waltz or two. But when the Duke of Stortford is found dead at the foot of the stairs, everything goes dreadfully sideways. The police declare it a tragic accident, but his wife, Alice, has her doubts. After all, only hours before, the Duke had promised to give their marriage another go. Now he's inconveniently deceased. Driven by a need for answers and helped by her fiercely loyal maid Maud, her observant footman George, and her childhood friend Lord Rushton, Alice sets about uncovering the truth. But as she navigates a house full of secrets, simmering tensions, and more than one guest with murderously bad manners, her suspect pool grows to include those closest to her. Can she piece together the truth? Or will her husband's murderer get away with it after all?The guests are leaving. The killer is among them. Time is running out...With its blend of scandal, suspense, and wit, A Husband is Hushed Up is ideal for readers who love daring heroines, Victorian house party intrigue, and a mystery as twisty as it's cozy.
Entrapment
Before you can save the future, you have to fix the past.Once upon a time, Estrel Beck arrived in Trinity for the first time...THREE WEEKS EARLIER: Simeon Lagrange is an Oficier in service to Trinity Authority. He's got a lot on his plate - including a monk who shouldn't exist, an outsider carrying a mysterious package and an ex-lover seeking justice.Ordered to investigate the shooting of Ralph Manukan, an aide to the unpopular Mayor Chaguartay, Lagrange reluctantly accepts the assignment. But every lead unravels, revealing a city steeped in dysfunction that conspires against him.Soon, Lagrange's own inner demons, and the weight of his past mistakes, threaten to overshadow his quest for the truth. In the city where past and future collide, every step towards unravelling the present exposes secrets that could reshape destiny.ENTRAPMENT is the gripping second instalment in the ENTANGLEMENT series.
River Road and Other Mystery Stories
John M. Floyd is the author of more than a thousand short stories in publications like Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine, Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine, Strand Magazine, The Saturday Evening Post, Best American Mystery Stories (2015, 2018, 2020), and Best Mystery Stories of the Year (2021, 2024). A former Air Force captain and IBM systems engineer, John is also an Edgar Award nominee, a Shamus Award winner, a six-time Derringer Award winner, and a past recipient of the Short Mystery Fiction Society's lifetime achievement award. River Road and Other Mystery Stories is his ninth book.Clever, witty, full of heart and a sense of place - John M. Floyd's stories are engaging and meticulously crafted. This collection is sure to bring him new admirers. -- Linda Landrigan, Editor of Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine"Every generation, the world gets a short fiction writer like Poe, Doyle, Saki, Stanley Elin, Shirley Jackson, or Guy de Maupassant and John Floyd is just that writer. Tales with twists, a keen sense of the macabre, the wry humor never gets in the way of those gripping plots, and after each story you'll take a deep breath-because each journey is exhilarating and you'll be saying to yourself, 'one more.'"Andrew Gulli-Managing editor, Strand Magazine
Wind In Trees - Upheaval
Wind in Trees - Upheaval is the second book in the Wind In Trees Trilogy featuring Earth in several centuries in the future. Very few humans remain. The day after his wife died, Henry Wind-In-Trees had ended his life with a leap off a cliff. He wakes up 100 years later to find he is one of the more popular exhibits at the Atlanta Museum of Natural History currently run by the Batrans, a reptilian race, who settled the Earth with the aid of a mysterious entity known only as the Soofysh, who killed off most of humanity in a deal with the Batrans. He learns that the Soofysh have come to collect valuable resources mined by the Batrans and human slaves. Henry embarks on a quest to do away with the seemingly invincible Soofysh with the aid of a tribe of Native Americans, a pair of robot companions and the fortuitous discovery of ancient atomic technology.
Dying to Draw
Sam Holliday is starting her dream job, marketing her favourite storybooks at children's book publisher, Little Bear. But it's not as she expected: sales are plummeting, her colleagues are scared, and someone is out for revenge. When the artist for Little Bear's best-selling books is found dead in suspicious circumstances, Sam starts to question what's going on. Using her new-found sleuthing skills, Sam must discover who will do whatever it takes to destroy the company―even if it means murder.
Eyes Like Blades
Life may have damaged Liv Fisher, but she is far from broken...Facing suspension from her job, Liv fears that the life she's carved out for herself is starting to unravel. What she doesn't need, while waiting for a train in the early hours of Christmas Eve, is to witness a grisly death. Close enough to observe it in forensic detail, she knows that only a stranger's hand has stopped her too from falling onto the track.But was it suicide, an accident or murder? And was the stranger in the black cap truly her saviour, or a cold-blooded killer?Still wrestling with the recent, and sudden, demise of her estranged parents, Liv dismisses the incident as a random tragedy. Until the man in the black cap re-appears outside her flat.Soon her long-buried past is threatening to rise up and engulf her once more, as she is plunged into a world of murder, deception and betrayal.And now, only survival matters."With Eyes Like Blades, just when you think you have the whole story sussed, another spanner is thrown in the works. It certainly keeps the reader guessing. And the action is relentless." Sharon Bennett Connolly.The first of a gripping new thriller series.[This book was previously published under the author name Derek Birks]
Unified Secrets Inc.
What could we do with a unified theory of everything? Asks this story by the author of the Moreau Society series.Growing up, everyone said August Perch-called Auggy by his friends-should play sports because of his size and natural athleticism. Instead, Auggy focused on science, absorbing everything he could about physics, quantum physics, and the laws that shape the universe. He kept himself physically fit because it helped him stay mentally fit.Now Auggy uncovers a secret and doesn't know what to do about it...Ryan M. Williams' Unified Secrets Inc., is part of the Super Great Challenge (SGC), one story written each week for a year from this imaginative author. Each story an unique experience that can be read in a single entertaining sitting.
Man-Killer
Her real name was Vicky Hustin, but to the people of Big Hominy she would always be ''that uppity mountain gal, that piece of hill trash who thinks she's so high and mighty.'' And when her ex-husband was found brutally murdered, they had still another name for her: Man-killer! They also had a name for someone like Wade Calhoun, who dared to believe in Vicky's innocence. Crazy, that's what he was. Shell-shocked from the war, probably. Just ignore him till the trial's over and that no-good gal's had her comeuppance on the gallows! But Wade Calhoun wasn't giving up that easily. He'd turn up the one bit of evidence the town couldn't ignore. Because even if it meant pitting his life against that of a killer, he was determined once and for all to balance the scales of Big Hominy's justice!
A Murder in the Making
The latest mesmerizing novel in a new mystery series featuring the captivating Dovey Van Dalen, once the belle of 1840s Copenhagen, now a spellbound, magic-wielding mystic in present-day Washington, D.C., charged with recovering magical property from the unbound--by any means necessary. Dovey didn't expect to fall in love after the age of 200, yet she can't stop thinking about Grant "Gib" Barlow, the gorgeous FBI agent who helped her crack her last case. A romance with an unbound is obviously a terrible idea, but for Gib, it could be fatal--because Dovey's employer, Elric Ostergaard, arguably the most powerful mystic in the world, also happens to be her longtime lover. Alas, Dovey's efforts to steer clear of Gib become impossible when her best friend, fellow mystic, and unapologetic romantic, Ursula G繹ransdotter, tricks them into a lunch date--during which Gib is alerted that a fellow agent has been murdered in his own home. The state of the crime scene, and of the body, seem to defy logic--but Dovey immediately recognizes the Crushing Curse, which could only be cast by a supremely powerful mystic--like her boss. When another agent is killed in the same manner, Dovey races to find Elric for answers. Meanwhile, the FBI body count rises, and it becomes clear that a rogue mystic is targeting the unbound agents, but why? What ensues is another missing magical trinket, a tense confrontation with Elric, a shocking discovery about Gib, and grave danger to all involved--forcing Dovey to navigate realm-crossing love triangles, supernatural power struggles--and ultimately, her own surprisingly vulnerable heart . . .
Guardians of the Drums
"A detective's fight for Hawaii's soul-where stolen treasures and vanishing history ignite a battle for survival."A stolen treasure. A vanishing history. A detective who refuses to surrender.Detective Leilani Kealoha knows Honolulu's soul-the rain-slick streets, tangled politics, and sacred traditions. When the Bishop Museum's most revered artifact, an eighteenth-century feathered cloak tied to King Kamehameha, is stolen, her pursuit becomes more than a case. It's a fight to protect Hawaii's identity from being erased.Leilani's investigation uncovers a suave mainland billionaire and a covert auction circuit trafficking stolen heritage to offshore buyers. As she follows a trail of cloned badges, varnished fingerprints, and whispered deals aboard luxury yachts, she exposes a global network laundering history for profit. With forensic grit, local wisdom, and the halau's elders at her side, she races to recover the island's treasures before they vanish forever.This gripping Honolulu crime thriller blends forensic detail, cultural depth, and atmospheric suspense. It asks the haunting question: Who owns history-and how far will the powerful go to rewrite it?Perfect for readers who love: - Crime thrillers set in Hawaii- Detective novels with cultural depth and historical resonance- Suspenseful stories about stolen artifacts and heritage protection- Atmospheric mysteries blending forensic detail and emotional impactDon't miss this unforgettable journey into the heart of Honolulu's secrets. Buy now and uncover the truth before history disappears.
Eye for Revenge
"Eye for Revenge will keep you glued to the page until the very end." Diane Capri, New York Times bestselling author, Hunt for Reacher series.How far would you go to get justice for your best friend?Quinn Montgomery's peaceful life shatters the day her childhood best friend, Evie, is found brutally murdered. Evie's four-year-old son Jacob witnessed the horrifying moment, but he hasn't uttered a single word. Quinn returns to Cody, Wyoming seeking answers only to confront a past she thought she'd left behind: Bo, the man she once loved and walked away from.As Quinn searches for answers, she uncovers the reason Evie died. Evie witnessed something she wasn't meant to see, a secret someone will do anything to keep hidden. Each step toward the truth drags Quinn deeper into danger, but she isn't just out for justice. She's out for revenge.Enjoy fast-paced, suspenseful mysteries full of twists and turns? You'll love Eye for Revenge, a USA Today Bestseller.Readers are saying: "Tension building until the end." Amazon Top Reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"Pick up this book. You won't be disappointed!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"I was hooked from the very first page." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"Lots of twists and turns." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Liberty Bar (Inspector Maigret)
Sun, sand, the C繫te d'Azur--and a mysterious dead man with multiple hidden lives. Who was Mr. Brown? And why does the mystery of his life preoccupy Maigret so? Georges Simenon's Maigret arrives in Antibes on the French Riviera tasked with discreetly solving the murder of one Mr. Brown, stabbed in the back as he returned to the house of his mistress and her mother. As Maigret investigates, he finds himself drawn to the seedy dive bar frequented by the late Mr. Brown, and strangely absorbed in his ruminations on the many secret lives of this cipher of a man. Is Maigret simply distracted by the sun, surf, and vacationers, or is there something else about the case that is preoccupying him? And is it keeping him from seeing the truth in this tale of murder on the C繫te d'Azur?
Lock No. 1 (Inspector Maigret)
When a drowned man comes back to life, Georges Simenon's detective must figure out who might have wanted him dead--before they try again. Emile Ducrau, the kingpin of a small town on the outskirts of Paris, is stabbed and left for dead in the harbor one night. When he's pulled from the water and miraculously revived, he enlists the help of Maigret to figure out who was behind the attempted murder. As Maigret sorts through the complex web of deceit, abuse, money, and power that darken Emile's many dealings in the town, he must also deal with the specter of his own looming retirement. But even as Maigret navigates the domineering Ducrau's attempts to control his investigation, and contemplates his offer of a job, he's jolted out of his reverie by two more deaths and must solve the case before the killer can strike again.
Nobody Dies on a Sunday in Hollywood
In Hollywood, they say, nobody dies on a Sunday. What celebrity would want the news of their death buried among the rest of the weekend's leftovers in the Monday papers? Instead, now that the lights have dimmed and the audiences gone home, this becomes their final chance at a rave notice even as they face the end: headline news, one last time, on Monday's front page.
Memorial for Death
With her family's funeral home still struggling to stay afloat, Kay Lamberton can't imagine things getting any worse... until a mourner dies by poisoning at the memorial service for a Korean War veteran. Determined to find out what really happened, and to assure the county that their funerals aren't automatic dates with death, Kay and her brother Lee are soon swept up in a crazy ride of hidden lives, missing bodies and deadly grudges. And they're running out of time to solve the mystery and save their funeral home.
Return to Death
Desperate to escape the shadow of her family's mortuary business, Kay Lamberton runs off to serve as a nurse in Vietnam. Fifteen years later, her father's death draws her back to her Florida hometown in an attempt to pick up the pieces and convince her brother, Lee, to sell the funeral home before they both wind up on the streets.The last thing Kay expects to find upon her return is her high school sweetheart, laid out on a slab in the embalming room. While all signs point toward a simple drowning, it soon becomes clear to Kay and Lee that the funeral home's newest client is the victim of murder.Faced with an incompetent local sheriff and a case of insatiable curiosity, Kay is consumed with the need to find out what happened to her old flame. Kay and Lee join forces with a reluctant deputy, a bumbling assistant and a dotty housekeeper to track down the murderer and uncover a decade's worth of secrets.
The Crystal Enigma
In a desperate bid for survival, humanity flees a shattered Earth aboard three colossal generation arks, only to face betrayal, terror, and the slow erosion of hope across centuries and galaxies. Amid the darkness, sparks of joy light the way to the edge of the known universe and beyond, where encounters with evolved beings spark tension and reveal truths. Discover "Crystal Planet," an ancient world home to the enigmatic Crystal City, housed within a massive crystal dome. Here, humanity finds refuge amidst fragile peace and looming threats. When a glowing enigma known as The Sphere promises salvation but conceals dark intentions, it takes the courage of warriors and visionaries to thwart its malevolent plans. Enter Liana Tubal, a humble cleaner who becomes the unexpected saviour of the city, forging alliances with a secret organism to transform into a guardian legend. As she prepares to face the Sphere in a final battle that may become a celebration of unity and life, Liana must rally her people to transcend their fears and embrace a new destiny. In this epic tale of resilience and redemption, join humanity on a journey through turmoil and self-discovery. Will hope be rekindled through connection and understanding? Can unity triumph over conflict as despair gives way to joy? Explore the fate of a world hanging in the balance in this gripping science fiction novel that delves into themes of sacrifice, love, and the enduring power of humanity.
