Krimi & Thriller

Meet Charlotte Rochford- known as Charlie-a trailblazing heroine set to change the world through her love for life and objective values. Laced with philosophical insights, romantic undertones, and even a touch of sci-fi, track Charlie and her team from London's bustling streets to California's tech hubs.Guided by the ethos of 'Endeavour,' they explore the untapped power of knowledge and individuality, melded with cutting-edge technology. As you traverse cities and ideals, the tale takes you deep into the philosophy of value, posing the question: what does it really mean to succeed? Will Charlie's vision forever alter the fabric of our world? Are you ready to witness the Sight of Endeavour?

Joey Justice, Misty Wilhite, Dexter Beck en Percival "King Louie" Washington. Vier mense - vriende en vennote van kollege dae af - wat die grootste sekuriteit firma in die stad beheer ... Justice Sekuriteit.Geïnspireer deur die trefferlied gesing deur Three Dog Night, stel hierdie storie die avonture van 'n nie-so-heeltemal-by-die-boek sekuriteit firma voor.Hulle word gehuur deur 'n promotor van 'n honde skou, maar die werk lyk baie groter en gevaarliker as wat verwag is.Hulle word gehuur om sekuriteit te verskaf by die Swaargewig Boks Kampioenskap, wat uitdraai as die enigste kampioenskap in die wêreld sonder 'n uitdager, danksy die humeur van een van die Justice Sekuriteit vennote.Hulle word deur die ouers van twee onskuldige tieners gehuur om uit te vind hoekom die tieners genadeloos plat geskiet word en terwyl hulle ondersoek instel, sweer hulle per ongeluk vyandskap met die magtige leier van 'n Meksikaanse dwelm kartel.Bygestaan deur die FBI skakelbeampte, Marcus Moore, neem hierdie onverskrokke mense die avontuur teuels en ry die misterie tot by die finale eindpunt ... en hulle lewens sal nooit weer dieselfde wees nie!

Embark on a heart-pounding journey with Alice in the thrilling conclusion of the mesmerizing 'Veils of Illusion' trilogy. Feel the adrenaline surge as she navigates the dimly lit corridors of the billionaire Samuel Granger's mansion, driven by an insatiable thirst for the truth. Immerse yourself in a world of intrigue, as suspense hangs heavy in the air, and the drama unfolds, leaving you on the edge of your seat, breathless. The story takes a riveting turn when Alice hears the shocking news of a hostage crisis at the opulent Granger estate, blaring through the radio waves. Her heart pounding, she races back to the mansion, her footsteps echoing in the silence of the night. With cunning precision, she finds a clandestine entrance, determined to lend a helping hand to those in desperate need. As she delves deeper into the labyrinthine complexities of the mansion, each step revealing startling secrets, a chilling revelation sends her world spiraling into chaos. The enigmatic agency she is a part of joins forces with Samuel Granger, their shared determination fueling their race against time. The fate of their mission rests upon the shoulders of Samuel's trusted assistant, holding the key to unraveling the mysteries that have shattered their lives.Yet, amidst the darkness, shadows from Alice's past resurface, their haunting presence casting treacherous obstacles in her path. Every move she makes is laced with a sense of foreboding, like a taut wire ready to snap at any moment. Join Alice in her relentless pursuit to uncover the truth, to peel back the layers of deception that surround her and her loved ones. Discover the identity of the mastermind behind the attempted assassination of Samuel Granger. Will Alice's determination triumph over the malevolent forces that seek her downfall? Only the hands of time hold the answers, or do they? Prepare yourself for an enthralling rendezvous with 'Rendezvous', a tale brimming with secrets, intrigue, and heart-stopping moments. Grip the edges of your seat as you embark on an action-packed romance thriller that will keep you on the edge of your senses. In the hushed stillness of the pages, witness a clandestine dance of stolen glances and whispered promises, weaving a spellbinding tapestry of suspense in the very air you breathe.In this mystery romance, Alice's world collides with Samuel's, a billionaire with secrets as vast as his wealth. Their budding romance is tested as they navigate through the treacherous waters of deceit, danger, and desire. Will their love survive the storm? Or will it be swallowed by the abyss of uncertainty? Step into their world and find out.'Rendezvous' is a masterful blend of romance, mystery, and unrelenting suspense, crafting an intricate, heart-wrenching narrative that will keep you guessing till the end. The stakes are high, the danger is imminent, and the clock is ticking. Are you ready for the thrilling finale?

Sir Donnavinne of Tripoli had fought his way through the holy land and lived through some of the most brutal battles of the Second Crusade, but none of that prepared him for the strange place he now found himself. Nothing appeared as it should in this world since his chance encounter with the powerful, ancient, and imprisoned being in the cavern. Case in point, the roaring metal stallion balanced on two shining wheels that bared down on him.......and mounted by a woman nonetheless; a fair maiden to be true, and looking gallant in a black leather tunic, but still...... He now knew for certain that any ties to his displaced time had been severed. After surviving the greatest battle of the Crusades, one that changes everything in the Holy Lands, this crusader knight finds himself flung into an unrecognizable, embattled Israel by Haj, a self-described, all-knowing jinn. An unplanned journey he would not have thought possible and one that places him on a collision course with a distant relative of his greatest rival. Al-Aziz Ayyub Saladin longs for the empire of his ancestors, a dynasty with himself at its head, of course. An Egyptian millionaire in the shipping industry, he has secretly planned and funded a path to that end and is gambling all to achieve it. Once his plan went into motion, the entire Muslim world would embrace it and change, a tsunami that no one could or would be allowed to hold back. If Saladin is allowed to succeed, and a collection of new friends using brain and brawn cannot stop him, millions will clash and die in the holy wars that follow. Approximately 75,276 words.

Revisit the wild, wild west during a time when unwritten rules of conduct for survival were never formal but respected everywhere on the range in this collection of ten, rollicking short stories, including:"Dangerous Ground": The town marshal quits his job yet he's reluctant to leave town once he hears about the mayor's plot to steal $200,000 in gold."Out of the Desert": Undercover Deputy U.S. Marshal Dan Boone correctly suspects a banker's plot to steal a gold shipment..."The Hero of Lost Creek": A crippled horse breaker turns hero when he foils cattle rustlers and wins the heart of the boss's daughter."The Trail to Nowhere": With Indians hot on his heels, a naked trapper and former schoolteacher runs into the forest in the dead of winter and uses little more than ingenuity to thwart his enemies and get all his stuff back."Quickdraw": Using a special arm harness and pieces of an old corset, Walker shoots it out with the town bully..."Square-Toed Boots": In a cow town, his farmer's boots appear to make him fair game but, when four cowboys dare to insult his wife, they're about to get a lesson in good manners."Come Morning": At twelve, Sean Mixus can handle a Sharps .50 rifle like nobody's business but putting up with a bath at his sister's house every day forces him to consider O'Reilly and the trail herd as his best escape."Gold is Where You Find It": Marcus and Saul swindle a greedy banker into buying a worthless gold mine, leave town, and they're living in what they believe is the lap of luxury when they read about a gold strike--right where their false map sent the banker!"Mad Dog Muncie": Two scoundrels at Fort Clark have been cheating folks and selling boys into slavery...but then Mad Dog Muncie appears to right a few wrongs."Curley's Kids": Curley Samson is a lone trapper until he rescues two orphan kids and a pretty young woman and finds himself rescued from a life of loneliness in the process.

These are memories of the just war to protect the sovereignty andterritorial integrity of the Vietnamese people associated with themiraculous revival of the country of Tower pagoda - Cambodia.Through this book, the author hopes to give readers - peace lovers- a perspective on the war to be able to decipher the origin and roleof the Vietnamese People's Army in the development of Cambodiatoday, and in contributing to maintaining the stability in SoutheastAsia.(Tieu Mai)

When Sir Peter Percival, owner of the Woodburne Wine Estate and former member of Parliament, is found dead, three Australian detectives embark on a baffling investigation in which it appears everyone has a motive...

Title: **Yuletide Flux: A Cosmic Carol**Description:In the haunting depths of Yuletide Hollow, where the festive echoes of Christmas once resounded, "Yuletide Flux: A Cosmic Carol" unfolds a tale that defies conventions and challenges the boundaries of storytelling. Magnum Tenebrosum invites you on a cosmic journey, seamlessly weaving Lovecraftian horror into the fabric of traditional festive cheer.Randolph Carter, a driven theoretical quantum physicist, embarks on a perilous pursuit to unlock forbidden knowledge left by his vanished mentor, Ebenezer Gravemire. As he recreates the forbidden experiments, the spectral flux-an otherworldly dimension-becomes the stage for a chilling revelation. Gravemire, trapped in the flux, warns of eldritch entities transcending time, setting the town on the brink of a cosmic cataclysm.The narrative dances between the familiar and the unsettling. Eldritch Entities of the Past, Present, and Future emerge, driving Carter to the brink of insanity. A malevolent cult led by the enigmatic Malachus Blackthorn seeks to harness cosmic energies for dark purposes, intertwining the cosmic horrors with festive traditions.Skeletal trees cast eerie shadows, ancient symbols pulse with eldritch energy, and a cosmic carol resonates through the spectral flux. The desolation of Yuletide Hollow becomes a canvas where the unknown fuses with the known, challenging readers to confront existential dread beneath the surface of familiar traditions.As the eldritch forces clash with Christmas cheer, the town stands at the crossroads of reality and the unknown. Will Yuletide Hollow succumb to the cosmic storm, or will the echoes of forbidden knowledge endure in the desolation? "Yuletide Flux: A Cosmic Carol" invites contemplation, exploration, and a departure from the expected-a narrative that leaves an indelible mark on the landscape of horror literature. Open the pages and witness the cosmic fusion that defines Yuletide Hollow, where reality and imagination entwine in a dance of existential dread, challenging readers to confront the cosmic mysteries that linger within the spectral alleys of this Lovecraftian Christmas tale.

Ölen ünlü bir ressam¿n torunu olan Clara Bardés, Paris'teki Notre-Dame Katedrali'nde korunan, baz¿lar¿ Orta Çä'dan kalma bir dizi tabloyu restore etmek için i¿e al¿nd¿. Binan¿n üst k¿sm¿na yapt¿¿¿ tek bä¿na bir ziyaret s¿ras¿nda, turistler çoktan ayr¿ld¿¿¿nda, öldü¿üne inand¿¿¿ ve Profesör Alba Longa ile birlikte bäka bir kurban olabilece¿ine inand¿¿¿ bir i¿kenceci olan Ergaster'in deforme olmu¿ siluetini fark eder. Komiser Tynianov müdahale etti. Katedral arkas¿ndan kapand¿ ve görünü¿e göre onu görmemi¿ olan suçlu içeride kald¿. Dairesine girdikten sonra deh¿ete kap¿ld¿, Alba Longa'y¿ arad¿ ve Tynianov ile temasa geçti. Üçü aras¿nda, sözde "bin kesi¿in ölümü" konusunda uzman olan bu katilin katedralindeki varl¿¿¿n¿n ipini çekerek, önümüzdeki birkaç gün içinde feci sonuçlar¿ beklenen korkunç bir komplo ke¿federler.

Tribhuvan Singh Shekhawat here brings to you another book, this one centers around 18th Street Gang, a powerful street gang originating from Los Angeles with their branches in Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Spain, United States of America and Canada, 18th Street Gang has a total of 10,000 - 30,000 members in 7 countries with various cliques, branches and groups spreading out, and they expertize in Exotrtion, Murder, Trafficking (Human Trafficking, Drug Trafficking and Weapons Trafficking), Blackmailing, Smuggling (Illegal Alien/Human Smuggling, Weapons Smuggling and Drug Smuggling), Hate Crimes among more, they have the hightest numbers with arch enemy MS-13

Cast Off on a Sea of Obsession: Herman Melville's Moby Dick beckons you aboard the Pequod, a whaling vessel bound not for oil or plunder, but for the white whale Moby Dick, a leviathan woven from vengeance and myth. Captain Ahab, his spirit cleaved by Moby Dick's fury, steers this odyssey with monomaniacal purpose, dragging his diverse crew into a maelstrom of destiny. Through Ishmael's Mariner's Eye: Witness the perilous dance of existence aboard the Pequod. Every sailor, from the tattooed harpooner Queequeg to the enigmatic Pip, hides their own hidden depths. As Ishmael, our observant narrator, chronicles their daily struggles against the storm and the whale, their humanity unfolds against the canvas of the vast, untamed sea. Beyond the Thrill of the Hunt: Moby Dick transcends mere adventure. It plunges you into the abyss of philosophical inquiry. What drives good and evil? Can fate be defied? Is the struggle between man and nature eternally destined for tragedy? Each encounter with Moby Dick peels back another layer of these existential questions, leaving you grappling with their weight long after the Pequod's final plunge. Lyrical Echoes on a Canvas of Eternity: Prepare to be swept away by Melville's lyrical prose, as powerful and poetic as the ocean itself. He paints vivid portraits of the whale's fury, the camaraderie of the crew, and the awe-inspiring vastness of the sea. His words sear themselves into your mind, leaving indelible scars like Moby Dick's ivory tusks, marking you forever with the story's profound impact. A Monument in the Literary Seascape: Moby Dick is not just a novel; it's a literary colossus, its tale echoing through generations. Dive into its depths and emerge forever changed, shaped by its epic struggles, its timeless questions, and its haunting beauty. Let it become your own personal leviathan, a symbol of the depths of human experience and the enduring power of storytelling.

In the whimsical land of Hulumar, where almonds are more than just nuts, and joy bubbles like a fountain, "The War of the Almonds" unfolds-a tale of humor, heart, and a touch of the absurd. After triumphing in the peculiar War of the Almonds, Hulumar emerges as a land drenched in prosperity, where even chickens and bees partake in the kingdom's wealth. However, with riches come folly, and the kingdom's Sire Bumblebert, the Well-Meaning yet often naive ruler, unwittingly steers his people into a circus of extravagance and taxes. As lavish circuses replace labor and plush hassocks become thrones for the masses, Hulumar spirals into an economic comedy of errors. Taxes soar sky-high, igniting a cycle of absurdity that could only be borne in a land where seriousness becomes the court fool. The Hulumese, once industrious and proud, now finds their days consumed by the never-ending spectacle of entertainment, their fields and forges abandoned for the thrill of the show. Enter Betsy the Baker, a middle-aged widow with a sharp wit and wisdom as solid as her rolling pin. In a world upended by folly, Betsy's grounded common sense stands as a beacon of hope. From her humble bakery, she sparks a movement of change, urging Sire Bumblebert to seek the cryptic wisdom of the Wise Man of the Mountain. "The War of the Almonds" is a delightful romp through a kingdom where almonds symbolize life's nutty twists and turns, where laughter is currency, and where the path to redemption is paved with more than just good intentions. It's a story about rediscovering the value of hard work, the folly of excess, and the simple, profound truth of "TANSTAAFL" - There Ain't No Such Thing As A Free Lunch. Join the Hulumese as they navigate their way out of the chaos of their own making, learning that true prosperity isn't just about wealth but the joy and pride of a day's honest work. With a blend of satire, romance, and a dash of political parody, "The Almond Wars" is not just a tale of a kingdom's rise and fall but a heartwarming story about finding balance in a world turned upside down by its own extravagance.

There has been a great crime, so the innocent must be punished. Two sisters are separated; one sent into exile, the other to serve a strict order. If they are to find each other again they must re-make themselves from servants into something else. A tale of two young women striving to change themselves and their world as plots and magic swirl about them.

Humorous short stories that have been written over several decades about small town life. Reflections on growing up on a farm and living in rural central Georgia. These stories share about the happenings as it occurred over several decades, starting as far back as the 1940's

Christie O'Mara is thrilled to finally be living her dream of running her own flower shop. With her grandmother's legacy guiding her, she sets out to create beautiful floral arrangements and unique gifts for the small town she calls home. But little does she know that her grand opening will be overshadowed by a decades-old murder mystery.While preparing the shop for its first day of business, Christie stumbles upon a long-lost note hidden within an antique desk. The cryptic message hints at a connection to a murder that took place in the same small town years ago. Intrigued, she begins to dig deeper, hoping to unravel the truth behind the mysterious note while also juggling the demands of her newfound business.Just as she starts to make progress, Christie receives devastating news: one of her special "flowers with a message" bouquets has been delivered to a customer who is found dead shortly after. Suddenly, her business is under scrutiny, and Christie finds herself at the center of a murder investigation. Determined to clear her name and prove the innocence of her Killer Flowers, she embarks on a quest for the truth with the help of her Great Aunt Doris and shop cat, Stormy.

Does April May have a new career as a ghost detective?A couple of vaudeville-era ghosts have invaded April's tearoom insisting that she travel to Lavender Falls to find a missing man. The catch? They don't even know the man's name. When a broken water main forces April to close the tearoom, she decides a vacation is in order. The quaint town of Lavender Falls sounds like the perfect place for a getaway. And as long as she's there, she can check if there are any missing person cases. Soon after arriving, April learns Lavender Falls is not quite what it seems. Will she uncover the town's secrets before someone else goes missing?

Saint-Sébastien, 12 septembre 1894. M¿y voici, en terre d¿Espagne. Ne vous étonnez pas, mon ami, si je ne débute par aucune considération générale. Je ne connais rien du pays, ¿ si ce n¿est la petite Fontarabie, qui dort dans son armure ancienne, ¿ ni rien des gens. Je n¿ai, de plus, fait aucun plan, aucun projet, sauf de bien voir. Et je vous dirai, au jour le jour, ce que j¿aurai visité le matin, entendu l¿après-midi, rêvé le soir en prenant mes notes. S¿il s¿en dégage quelque jugement, ce sont les choses mêmes qui parleront ; car, parmi mes bagages, je n¿emporte aucun préjugé, aucun souvenir bon ou fâcheux, pas même une part d¿action de vingt pesetas, qui m¿engage, pour ou contre, dans les affaires d¿Espagne.

«La chaîne des événements ténébreux que je vais prendre sur moi de retracer (malgré mes cheveux blancs et mon dédain de la gloriole), me paraissant comporter une somme d'horreur capable de troubler de vieux hommes de loi, je dois confesser, in primis, que si je livre ces pages à l'impression, c'est pour céder à de longues prières d'amis dévoués et éprouvés. Je crains même d'être, plus d'une fois, dans la triste nécessité d'atténuer,(par les fleurs de mon style et les ressources d'une riche faconde),leur hideur insolite et suffocante. Je ne pense pas que l'Effroi soit une sensation universellement profitable: le trait d'un vieil insensé ne seraitil pas de la répandre, à la volée, à travers les cerveaux, mû par le vague espoir de bénéficier du scandale? Une découverte profonde n'est pas immédiatement bonne à lancer, au pied levé, parmi le train des pensées humaines. Elle demande à être mûrement digérée et sassée par des esprits préparateurs. Toute grandenouvelle, annoncée sans ménagements, peut alarmer, souvent même affoler bon nombre d'âmes dévotieuses, surexciter les facultés caustiques des vauriens, et réveiller les antiques névroses de la Possession, chez les timorés.

Je ne crois pas que la France puisse songer sérieusement à quitter l'Algérie. L'abandon qu'elle en ferait serait aux yeux du monde l'annonce certaine de sa décadence. Il y aurait beaucoup moins d'inconvénient à nous voir enlever de vive force notre conquête par une nation rivale. Un peuple dans toute sa vigueur et au milieu même de sa force d'expansion, peut être malheureux à la guerre et y perdre des provinces. Cela s'est vu pour les Anglais qui, après avoir été contraints de signer en 1783 un traité qui leur enlevait leurs plus belles colonies, étaient arrivés, moins de trente ans après, à dominer toutes les mers et à occuper les plus utiles positions commerciales sur tous les continents. Mais si la France reculait devant une entreprise où elle n'a devant elle que les difficultés naturelles du pays et l'opposition des petites tribus barbares qui l'habitent, elle paraîtrait aux yeux du monde plier sous sa propre impuissance et succomber par son défaut de c¿ur. Tout peuple qui lâche aisément ce qu'il a pris et se retire paisiblement de lui-même dans ses anciennes limites, proclame que les beaux temps de son histoire sont passés. Il entre visiblement dans la période de son déclin.

Le "Traité sur la Tolérance" est une ¿uvre majeure de Voltaire, philosophe et écrivain français du XVIIIe siècle. Publié pour la première fois en 1763, ce texte est une défense vigoureuse de la liberté religieuse et de la tolérance face à l'intolérance religieuse et à l'injustice.Voltaire y aborde le cas de Jean Calas, un marchand protestant exécuté à Toulouse en 1762, condamné à tort pour le meurtre de son propre fils qui s'était apparemment suicidé. Le Traité sur la Tolérance examine ce cas spécifique pour dénoncer les injustices et les préjugés de l'époque, plaidant pour la séparation entre l'Église et l'État, ainsi que pour la liberté de conscience et de religion.Ce traité demeure pertinent dans sa dénonciation de l'intolérance religieuse et de l'oppression, et il reste une référence importante en matière de défense des droits de l'homme, de la liberté de pensée et de la tolérance religieuse.

Ces pièces de théâtre sont en effet des ¿uvres de Jean-Jacques Rousseau, philosophe, écrivain et compositeur du XVIIIe siècle.- "Narcisse" est une pièce écrite par Rousseau vers 1752, mais elle n'a jamais été représentée de son vivant. Elle explore le thème de la vanité et de l'amour-propre à travers l'histoire mythologique de Narcisse.- "Les Prisonniers de guerre" est une pièce écrite par Rousseau en 1758. Elle aborde les thèmes de la liberté, de l'esclavage et des valeurs humanitaires.- "L'Engagement téméraire" est une pièce écrite par Rousseau en 1759. Elle traite des conflits moraux et de la lutte entre les devoirs et les passions.- "Pygmalion" est une pièce écrite par Rousseau en 1762. Elle s'inspire du mythe de Pygmalion et explore les thèmes de l'amour, de la création artistique et de la relation entre l'art et la réalité.- "Le Devin du village" est une pièce écrite par Rousseau en 1752. Elle est reconnue comme son seul opéra-comique. L'histoire met en lumière la vie simple des villageois et leur quête du bonheur.Ces ¿uvres théâtrales de Rousseau reflètent ses idées sur la nature humaine, la morale et la société, tout en abordant divers thèmes sociaux et philosophiques de son époque.

Une théorie de la connaissance intellectuelle par un antiintellectualiste convaincu ne saurait être qu'intéressante et instructive. Aussi allonsnous essayer d'en faire part au lecteur. Nous lui exposerons d'abord la critique, puis la théorie de l'intelligence, telles que M. Bergson les a comprises. I. La critique de l'intelligence ne ressemblera en rien à celle que Kant en a déjà faite. Sans doute, il faut varier et le public demande toujours du nouveau. Mais le point de vue de M. Bergson est tellement différent de celui de Kant qu'il leur était bien impossible de se rencontrer ici et de risquer de se répéter.