Krimi & Thriller

When secrets are revealed, the resultant fallout is inevitable devastation. It always is when you can't have what you want most. A team of Navy SEALs, a widow, and a psychopath.What could possibly go wrong?Ask the Belgian . . . or the ghost. It is true: dead men really can talk. Jaxson CallumFormer Navy SEAL, now construction company owner. When his construction crew is hired to remodel a home for a woman and her dog, questions abound when circumstances run amok.Why does she feel so familiar? They've never met, yet she stirs something so deep inside him it feels like a memory.How can he ache for something he's never known?How can life be so cruel as to take it away once he's found it? Can a team of undercover Navy SEALs protect the women from Shockemall, Tennessee, and conceal their identities in order to finish a mission they've been committed to for the last three years?Can the women from Shockemall, Tennessee, tame this team of construction workers while keeping secrets of their own? "Manipulation: Code of Ethics 101" is a standalone meant for adults due to language, situations, and a few toe-curling blasts of steam. So, if you're under the age of 18 and reading this beneath the covers, let it be known the author is wagging her finger at you right now.

Mickey is recovering from the trauma of finding his father murdered. It's not that they every got along, but Mickey feels he now has an obiligation to find the murderer, right wrongs and return peace to his city. The killing is a dreadful distraction from his other mission - to find out more about the way that developers and builders are fighting amongst themselves and constructing some of the worst and most unusable buiildings of recent times. Who is in charge? Doesn't anyone care about quality? Is it just an endless chase for profits and gaining good deals for the shareholders?Mickey is, once again, disappointed by Human Nature, but his biggest shock is yet to come. Another preoccupation of his days is to try and find his lost girlfriend. Would she really leave town without telling him? Has she lost all interest in their relationship? Battered, bruised, Mickey cannot even begin to imagine the terrible truth. Whatever he thought might be in his wildest nightmare, the reality is surely the worst thing that has ever happened to him in his life.

A sophisticated terrorist organization called The Movement has spent decades working to destroy America. After many long years and many serious encounters with American defenders, The Movement has little to show for the lives and fortune it's lavished on terror and deception.Among those responsible for The Movement's frustrations are (a) American Black Ops agents led by Blue Dog, (b) a high-end private security agency owned by the Riley family, and (c) one self-effacing evangelist named Amos Kirk.The Movement now has the Western World's foremost assassin on their side. A showdown is at hand,and it's been decades in the making. The next generation is going to determine most of the outcome.-----The novels in Randall Jarmon's Riley/ Blue Dog series may be read in any order. In terms of the series chronology, however, this story is the last Riley / Blue Dog suspense novel. Fittingly, it deals with succession. Top organizational leaders eventually leave. Then what happens to their organizations?Some readers might want to use When Founders Leave as an acid test for the series. This is to say that, if a series' final book is this good, would the rest of the series not be well worth reading? Eight more Riley/ Blue Dog page-turners would await readers who liked what they saw here. At the back of When Founders Leave, Randall Jarmon identifies both the core novels in the series and its peripheral novels.Mikvelk Publishing, LLC

The thrilling conclusion to the Lantern Beach Mystery series is finally here!The current's fatal pull is powerful, but so is one detective's will to live.When someone from Cassidy Livingston's past shows up on Lantern Beach and warns her of impending peril, opposing currents collide, threatening to drag her under. Running would be easy. But leaving would break her heart.Cassidy must decipher between the truth and lies, between reality and deception. Even more importantly, she must decide whom to trust and whom to fear. Her life depends on it.As danger rises and answers surface, everything Cassidy thought she knew is tested. In order to survive, Cassidy must take drastic measures and end the battle against the ruthless gang DH-7 once and for all. But if her final mission fails, the consequences will be as deadly as the raging undertow.Lantern Beach Mysteries:Hidden CurrentsFlood WatchStorm SurgeDangerous WatersPerilous RiptideDeadly Undertow

Frantic about his missing wife, Adam Reese travels to a small island off the coast of Canada with their thirteen-year-old son, Sean. There the two learn that a major new animal discovery was made while Mary was filming a documentary on polar bears for Planet X. Now members of that film crew are disappearing, one by one. Is it because the documentary is now worth millions? Not any amount of money or new animal discovery drives Adam on. Adam won't give up finding the love of his life, Mary, especially for the sake of their son. Somehow, Adam must rescue Mary from the fanged creature that has snatched her out of the cold, freezing snow. He must save her from the white-haired Bigfoot, the Yeti...the monster of the ice.

With lies this deep, who can be trusted to tell the truth? The small community of Grady made national news in the aftermath of a string of missing girls, both dead and alive, being discovered in the quaint lakeside town in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.As details emerge from the girls' time in captivity, more questions are raised about the involvement of several possible suspects.For years, secrets have been kept by the residents of Grady Lake to protect the monsters who lived among them. As the death toll continues to climb, we are left to wonder: do secrets die with those who keep them?This heartstopping thriller from the author of Grady Lake and Delta County will keep you guessing until the final page.

Romeo Maroni, incensed that an ancient Egyptian belt disappeared from his museum, vows to capture the beautiful thief, Blackie Widow, a woman rumored by the FBI to be as dangerous as she is seductive. Teaming up with private investigator Martin, Romeo discovers millions of dollars' worth of diamonds she has stolen, fashioned into a giant spider web. Uncovering her lair, he becomes prey for the gorgeous and poisonous Blackie Widow. Join in the hunt for stolen treasure and get entangled in Romeo's unrelenting desire to find his true love caught in a web of trouble

Angel possesses beauty and grace worthy of her name, but rich, powerful Valentino controls every part of her successful modeling and singing career. Fate suddenly steps in. The brawny Jono rescues Angel from a terrible car accident. Rumored to have the strength of ten men, Jono offers Angel more than money can buy: passionate love from a handsome cowboy. Can Angel escape Valentino's wrath to live a life with the rodeo legend she has now fallen for? What is Valen willing to do to protect Angel from the man he perceives as the ultimate threat to his business empire and his woman? Join Angel in discovering who is the true Hero of Her Heart.

Josephine goes undercover as a rich married woman in Siesta Key in Florida, where she purposely meets a dentist named Julio, suspected of having too much money as a dentist with a million-dollar polo team. A former barrel racer in rodeos at an early age, can Josephine help Julio, hurt on the ¿eld, win a Polo match in West Palm? Josephine also risks exposing her cover with military skills in a chopper attack by a Miami drug king. And Julio's mother, Lucia, jealous and suspicious, plans to kill her.In Buenos Aires, Josephine, at odds with her äection for Julio, convinced Julio that his mother smuggles drugs through her business. With a huge network discovered, new members join the mission to stare down death. In a ¿nal drug war, can the team destroy a smuggling system when no one else could?

"...Nounou qui était robuste et qui avait sans doute porté souvent l'enfant de cette manière, se mit en marche aussitôt pour traverser la forêt, allant doucement, car la petite blessée ne se soutenait qu'avec peine ; la brave bête s'arrêta un instant près du ruisseau et la pauvrette put y étancher sa soif ardente.Après trois quarts d'heure de marche, environ, on put apercevoir le toit rustique d'une cabane semblable à celle de Favier ; lorsqu'elle y fut arrivée, la louve gratta à la porte qui s'ouvrit aussitôt.Il était temps car la petite fille ne pouvait plus se tenir, même couchée sur le dos de la bête, et sa tête vacillait de gauche à droite et de droite à gauche comme si elle eût été près de défaillir de nouveau..."

Introducing a coloring book that will take you on an adventure high up in the sky! The "Planes in the Sky" coloring book is perfect for anyone who loves airplanes and wants to explore the world of aviation. Here are some reasons why you should get your hands on this awesome coloring book:The book features a wide variety of airplanes, from commercial airliners to fighter jets and everything in between. You'll have the opportunity to color in your favorite planes and learn more about them at the same time.The illustrations are detailed and accurate, so you can learn about the different parts of an airplane as you color them in. You'll discover what makes each plane unique and how they're designed to perform specific tasks.The coloring book is suitable for all ages, so whether you're a young child or an adult who loves planes, you'll find something to enjoy in this book. You can spend hours coloring in the intricate designs and letting your creativity soar.The "Planes in the Sky" coloring book is a great way to relax and de-stress. Coloring has been shown to have therapeutic benefits, helping to reduce anxiety and improve focus. So why not take some time to unwind with this fun and engaging activity?So what are you waiting for? Pick up your copy of the "Planes in the Sky" coloring book today and let your imagination take flight!

"... En 1788, sur le rivage d'Hastings, il y avait un bateau amarré et une petite fille de huit ans aux cheveux blonds, à l'¿il gris et vif, à la peau si transparente, que les veines y dessinaient tous leurs rameaux bleus. Elle regardait de tous côtés si on ne l'observait pas ; puis, après un examen inquiet et attentif, s'emparant de la rame et s'asseyant dans le bateau, elle détacha l'anneau, poussa au large de ses petites mains, et se trouva en mer. Cette petite fille qui avait vu chez son père le comte d'Adhémar et ses magnifiques laquais aux galons d'or, et qui voulait absolument aller en France pour observer ce qui s'y passait, c'était lady Esther Stanhope..."

"... Vous qui avez de belles couleurs sous votre pinceau, mes amis, donnez-nous la copie du tumulte de la Marina, reproduisez ce bruit d'un peuple indigent qui jouit de se sentir vivre, ces baise-mains jetés au vent et rendus de toutes parts : bonjour ! bonsoir ! lancés de carrosse en carrosse, avec plus de verve que de bon ton ; et la cloche de l'Angélus retentissant sous ce beau ciel dont l'azur noir se fond dans une teinte d'émeraudes : belle et ravissante scène en vérité ! On l'a très-peu admirée et rarement décrite. Il est à la mode d'aller à Rome et à Naples ; la Sicile n'est pas encore fashionable.J'admirais ce spectacle, et je m'étais appuyé, pour en mieux jouir, contre la muraille basse ornée de petits pilastres d'architecture sarrazine qui suit le rivage de la mer, et présente aux promeneurs fatigués une longue et commode banquette de marbre fruste et usée depuis des siècles. Je m'assis sur ce banc. L'air maritime soufflait dans mes cheveux ; la mobile scène passait devant moi..."

The best light-hearted mystery fiction you'll read all year!New to the private investigator game, Edie Fox is delighted when a handsome American client with disconcertingly dazzling teeth asks her to find his missing cousin, Isabella. Especially when he leaves her a bundle of cash to get started.However, the case quickly gets complicated, and so does her life when a one-night stand from her Oxford university days gets in touch and asks if her 26-year-old daughter, Maeve, is also his child.Juggling a chaotic home, a brimming wine glass, a daughter besotted with her new-found daddy, and a rekindled old flame, Edie must try to focus on the job.But with unreliable witnesses, a less than trustworthy client, and an assistant with her mind on other things, Edie will be up against it and risks losing all.THE MISSING AMERICAN is the first book in a series of hilarious cozy mysteries by bestselling author Julie Highmore. Look out for the next book in the series, THE RUNAWAY HUSBAND, and the third, THE GHOSTWRITER'S STUDY.If you enjoy fiction by Richard Osman, Jesse Sutanto, Rachel Ward, and T E Kinsey, you'll love these books!

A midlife crisis turns into the adventure of a lifetime-but will she survive it?Wynne has just booked a 25th anniversary trip to Aruba when she catches her husband cheating on her. After divorcing the jerk, she decides to go to Aruba alone to figure out what to do with her life. Taking the scuba lessons she already paid for seems like a good start. When she finds a wedding ring during one of her training dives, she has no idea it will catapult her into a high-profile murder mystery. With the help of a hunky insurance investigator, she begins unraveling clues that might set an accused man free...or get her killed!

Alien Deception, End of Times; may have all the markings of a very real prophetic word. Originally written in 2014 as a science fiction, conspiracy theory and supernatural drama, this is a story that seems strangely familiar to our current times. A far reaching tale centered on a vaccine that cures diseases, is presented to the masses as the only means of survival. Where creative license suspends disbelief, this fascinating story may not be too far from implausible. Where the government, Area 51, Grand Canyon UFO sightings and supposed alien influence all converge to create a deceptive plot so great; one can only ask... What if?

Es muss nicht immer Mord sein - oder doch? In 16 teuflisch spannenden Geschichten wird die ganze Palette des Bösen präsentiert. Aber gibt es das perfekte Verbrechen wirklich? Warum fragen Sie nicht die Mord GmbH?

Erhebt euch mit den Wölfen: ¿Aufstand der Wölfe¿ entfesselt einen packenden Kampf für Freiheit und Wahrheit!Schon wieder ist einer der Ihren erschossen worden.Doch jetzt haben die Wölfe genug. Sie erheben ihre Stimmen und fordern ein geschütztes Gebiet und freies Geleit.Sonst müssen die Menschen des Liliensteiner Forstes einen hohen Preis bezahlen.Lupus Populis. Der Aufstand der Wölfe beginnt!Während der Kampf zwischen Mensch und Natur entbrennt, kommt ein lang verborgenes, düsteres Geheimnis ans Licht.Spannend und hochaktuell ¿ ein fantastischer und doch allzu realistischer Umweltthriller.

A simple escort job becomes a deadly hunt. When an outspoken New Pacific judge is marked for assassination, only Miles Kim stands in the way of a family of high-tech killers-for-hire. Miles will have to use all his wits and survival skills to protect the judge, a man who has threatened to reveal Miles' identity to the corporation searching for their missing cyborg. If the assassins win, they're both dead. If the judge lives, Miles' fragile new life in Seraph will be shattered.

"Beneath the Retreat's Veil" by Arthur Patterson is a gripping debut novel that takes readers on an unforgettable journey into the seemingly tranquil world of a spa retreat. What begins as a weekend of relaxation and rejuvenation for a close-knit group of friends quickly unravels into a web of secrets, betrayal, and murder.As tensions rise and buried truths come to light, the group finds themselves entangled in a sinister plot that threatens to shatter their longstanding friendships. Author Arthur Patterson skillfully weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, exploring the complex relationships that bind us and the dark secrets we conceal.In the shadow of a murder investigation, Detective Harper must navigate the intricate dynamics of the group, revealing the hidden layers beneath the façade of camaraderie. "Beneath the Retreat's Veil" is a compelling narrative that explores the lengths people will go to protect their secrets and the profound impact that deception can have on even the closest of friendships.Prepare to be enthralled by this atmospheric mystery that combines elements of psychological suspense and a tangled web of relationships. "Beneath the Retreat's Veil" is a must-read for fans of thrilling mysteries and those who relish stories that delve into the complexities of human connection.

Everybody has heard about Victor Taggert. His arrest, trial, and conviction once dominated New York City news media. Taggert alone had orchestrated over two hundred coldblooded murders.Nobody's heard about Marcus West. He labors in obscurity for his wife's tiny firm. He wants to retire, but can't. He thinks his daughter needs a husband, but dares not tell her so.When Victor Taggert, against long odds, breaks out of prison, Marcus West has to stop him. Law enforcement can't help, and West is not some sort of former spy or ex-commando. He's just a thin, sixty-something senior citizen.Taggert anticipates more easy kills. However, West has already done something Taggert would never suspect. West has wrapped both arms around his strong Christian faith. Both he and Taggert will be surprised by the results.-----Abigail West runs AWSS, Inc. a successful security business. It's like a temporary help service, but it supplies very high-end field operatives, all of whom have distinguished backgrounds in the military or law enforcement.Her husband, Marcus, works in an austere, windowless room building electronic devices that will be used by AWSS in the field. Abigail wife says he works in a cave. Her office has one of the best views in Las Vegas, not to mention very expensive paintings on its walls.Despite leading what looks like a simple, secure life, Marcus West faces serious problems, one of which is his daughter, Amanda. After she acquired an MBA and a few years in the FBI, her parents enticed her to join their tiny firm. The arrangement isn't going well. Amanda, who's a superstar at administrative anything, struggles with the firm's dangerous field operations. Amanda's safety therefore is a big concern for her mother.Marcus is less concerned because his good friend, Smitty, handles the firm's field operations. Smitty is an ex-SEAL and always nearby when Amanda goes in the field. That really bothers Amanda. She chafes at getting Smitty's permission to do anything even remotely risky. She thinks it's like asking to go on a date in high school.Marcus believes Amanda needs a husband. He dares not tell her that. Amanda is Miss Independent Careerwoman, and far more interested in having a dog than a spouse.Business continuity also worries Marcus. He needs a successor, and almost nobody can do his work. Almost nobody even knows what his work is. Recruiting a protégé looks daunting.Marcus has more things to worry about---big things, at that. They'll have to wait. For the moment, Abigail and Amanda seem headed toward a profound mother-daughter confrontation over Amanda's field work. Abigail even thinks Amanda might be in mortal danger at that very moment.Abigail's right. Amanda's again doing something very dangerous and very unauthorized. She'll fail at it, too. Amanda never gets fieldwork quite right. Nonetheless, her situation will work out well.That's because God has for some years been subtly shaping AWSS's destiny.We think you're going to love the ending. We did.Mikvelk Publishing, LLC

A chilling psychological thriller: Donald and Jean are a typical middle class nudist couple. Plagued by disturbing nightmares, Donald dismisses them as fiction. But when he recognizes a local murder victim on the local news as the latest woman he killed in his dreams, he's thrust into a waking terror...

A prestigious department store, a fatal stabbing, and four calling cards.Eliza Thomson Investigates...September 1905: In need of an outfit for Connie's special day, Eliza treats them to a day's shopping at her favourite London store. After a successful morning, tragedy strikes.Connie is knocked to the ground as two men push past them, but there is no help at hand. Feet away, a man lies dying, a knife protruding from his side.With no witnesses, and the identity of the victim a mystery, the only clue is the four calling cards found in the man's jacket pocket. Can they shed any light on who he is? And why anyone would want him dead?Once Inspector Adams is assigned to the case, he instructs Eliza to return to Moreton and leave the investigation to him. But when a second body is found in the village, Eliza refuses to do nothing.With Connie's big day approaching, time is of the essence. Can Eliza help the police find the killer before they strike again?This is the ninth standalone story in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series. If you like Miss Marple-style murder mysteries and historical women with attitude, you'll love this historical British series.Books in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series:¿ A Deadly Tonic (A Novella)¿ Murder in Moreton¿ Death of an Honourable Gent¿ Dying for a Garden Party¿ A Scottish Fling¿ The Palace Murder¿ Death by the Sea¿ Murder at the Marquee¿ The Calling Card Murders¿ A Christmas Murder (A Novella)NB. This series is written in UK English

There's a new player in the great game, and the Elders edicts hold no sway over them... Steve and the team hold the ship but only for now. Yet the world is swiftly waking to the new reality, the vultures are circling, and keeping the ship looks to be at least as hard as taking it ever was. Time is never on Steve's side, but the knowledge that he agreed to present himself before the only faction he's not at war with, and the Elders have no patience for delays, only add to his stress. He's out of time, out of tricks, and patience? That's a luxury long gone. But while Steve might be running low on many things, his reservoir of brutality is far from dry. Good thing too, because one of the god-like creators has cast her ominous gaze on him now, and as far as she's concerned, he and all his kind are vermin. What will the vermin do, when the exterminators are called?

The Alps... London, New York... the Caribbean. A student, an heiress... a commando, a writer... captains of industry and finance... world class athletes. And enough intrigue, drama... good and evil... horror and bliss... to fill a couple of lifetimes. A saga told at a staccato pace, with unforgettable, deeply explored characters... and their personal fears, hopes, questions and answers... to issues mundane and epic. A terrific read!About the Author:W. S. Fuller holds a degree in journalism and has been involved in the publishing industry as a writer, editor, and senior executive for over thirty years. He has written two novels: Luggalor's Lenses and Intersections.

When the body of Nario Costa is dug up in Wyncombe's Victory Gardens, Bunch Courtney's investigations unearth far more than an escaped POW!What at first appears to be a cold case takes a darker turn as she uncovers links far beyond her Sussex home -- and the body count begins to rise!"

In a world divided by power and prejudice, Aazar must confront the darkest secrets of The Order, a clandestine society of Variants determined to overthrow the government and place Variants in charge. As a gifted fire wielder and empath, she's been chosen to lead a high-stakes mission alongside KJ, her trusted comrade, deep into enemy territory to expose the truth. With her powers fluctuating dangerously and emotions running high, Aazar turns to Avery, the enigmatic leader of The Order, for answers. Butsecrets are kept for a reason, and Avery's cryptic responses only deepen the intrigue. As the tension mounts, Aazar finds herself torn between loyalty to her friends and a quest for justice that may cost her everything.In this riveting urban fantasy, Aazar embarks on a heart-pounding journey filled with twists, betrayals, and life-altering choices. Will she unearth the truth and save her people, or will the shadows of deception consume her and the world she knows? Brace yourself for a thrilling ride through a world where power lies not only in magic but in the courage to challenge the status quo.

NYC Detective, Luke Fox was at a cross road in his life and his career. The recent split from his fiancée impacted his work as a cop, and for the first time in his life, he was failing to produce results. After being given an ultimatum by his boss to deliver on his four unsolved murders, or risk being busted back to uniform, he turned to the shot glass for comfort.During a chance meeting in a bar with an old retired cop, Luke received some advice and suggestions on how to solve his cases. Problem was, the old retired cop's unsolicited theories were farfetched and presumptuous. But given Luke's lack of success to date, did he have much choice? Should he follow the old cop's advice...? One thing was certain, the decision Luke made from that meeting would change his life forever.

A Bitcoin Conspiracy ThrillerJack, a 26-year-old New Yorker, unwittingly becomes the key player in a deadly game of shadows. His ordinary train ride home takes a harrowing turn when the last surviving architect of the Bitcoin decentralized network hands him a mysterious piece of paper, moments before meeting a brutal demise. What seemed like random words on the paper unveiled a chilling secret-access to a cold storage crypto wallet. Teaming up with his girlfriend, Olivia, they breach the account, exposing a staggering fortune in Bitcoin. However, this is no ordinary wallet; it's the oldest Satoshi vault, dormant until now, belonging to a nameless and shadowy brotherhood-the Elites at the highest echelons of government. As the couple grapples with the weight of their discovery, they find themselves entangled in a web of conspiracy, facing an opponent with unlimited resources and a sinister agenda. The brotherhood's aim? Nothing short of complete control and the enslavement of humanity. Now, Jack and Olivia are on the run, pursued by an unstoppable adversary, with the fate of the world's financial landscape hanging in the balance. In a race against time, they must navigate a treacherous path, where every step could be their last. 'Shadows of Power' is a mesmerizing Bitcoin conspiracy thriller that plunges readers into a world of danger, deception, and the relentless pursuit of power. Will Jack and Olivia survive the shadows closing in on them, or will they become pawns in a game with stakes higher than they could have ever imagined? Prepare for a gripping tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final revelation. ¿¿¿ If you want to read a good financial espionage, conspiracy thriller that revolves around Bitcoin and the elites in the shadows who run it all, then you will like this novel.¿ 5 STAR READING from Amazon Bestseller Phil PhilipsScroll up and grab a copy today.

In a sea of bachelors, Penelope's dance card is a clue to murder. Dallas 1924In the wake of her husband's untimely demise, Penelope Van Keesler is coerced into attending a lavish ball by her meddling mother. With their family's fortune teetering on the edge of extinction, Mother is determined to secure a wealthy match for her daughter. Whether she wants it or not. Dallas high society is crawling with eligible bachelors to save a family fortune. But when Penelope's dance partner, a national hero pilot, drops dead outside of the speakeasy, she ignores societal norms and sets out to discover whodunit. The pilot's suspicious death sends shockwaves through Dallas and leaves the police department scratching their heads. Armed with her charm, infectious laughter, and a razor-sharp mind, Penelope ruffles feathers and attempts to solve the puzzling mystery from the shadows. Will Penelope convince the skeptical authorities to accept her aid before the killer vanishes? Or will her stubborn pursuit of justice jeopardize her loved ones and their precarious fortune? -----------------------------------------------Death by Flapper is the first installment in the Heist Society Investigates 1920s cozy mystery series.If you enjoy the glittering world of flappers, secret speakeasies, and glamourous deceit this jazz-age whodunit is for you! Heist Society Investigates Series OrderBook 1: Death by FlapperBook 2: Death by FortuneBook 3: Death by Matchmaker