Krimi & Thriller

There was no way I was supposed to come back from that dark place. Everyone I knew gave up on me. I was an embarrassment. Truth be told, I was embarrassed too. I was ashamed too. I hated me too. I too also knew that I had issues. The difference is, at some point I begun to ponder and question everything I had ever been told. In my mind, my heart and deep down in my soul I begged to differ. This groaning in my spirit only grew louder, as I dug, clawed and crawled, kicked and screamed, fought my way out of this god forsaken place. Now they can only stare in disbelief. I'd even go so far as saying, some of them are in awe. I'm convinced that we all have something inside of us that can fight it's way out of nearly anything or any situation. It simply has to be awakened, though it won't be a simple task. So long as we have breath in our lungs, there is always a chance for us to see the tides turn.

In the high-stakes world of AI technology, Professor Lucy Yip's revolutionary nanobot concept catches the eye of BioBot Industries, promising her a fortune if she can turn theory into reality. Meanwhile, in LA, Ren Tanaka, haunted by a scandalous past linked to Yip, stumbles upon a blackmail opportunity involving a famous actress and his former lover, Yip herself.Desperate for funding, Yip collaborates with her former student, Niha Yang, to monetize a viral app, anchored by a stolen song, 'Femme Fatale,' which paints Yip as a dangerously seductive figure. They plan to capitalise on the song's potential for massive crypto downloads, unaware that it has put them in the crosshairs of a blackmail scheme.The plot thickens when Ren's estranged sister Dwip, the original creator of 'Femme Fatale,' dies under mysterious circumstances. Her partner Kendy, suspecting murder, implores her boss Axis to investigate. As Axis delves into the world of AI, music, and hidden desires, he unravels a web of intrigue where technology and human treachery intertwine, leading to deadly consequences.

Peter Graham is a young man who moved to Southend-on-Sea on the Essex coast in England to be with his girl-friend. However, things do not work out and they split up leaving Peter at a loose end with his life not seeing any future for himself. To make matters worse he hates Southend and longs to get away. Unfortunately, his pay as a shop assistant is sufficiently low that it will take him years to save up to get away. At first he distances himself from the local people but after getting to know some of them he quickly finds himself embroiled in a dark web of intrigue and blackmail.

Cece wants a day of self-care, mother-daughter time, and . . . anything but her ex-husband's wedding. But wedding it is, as she tries to sneak the groom's forgotten ring to her daughter before the ceremony. Her plan for a quick escape from the venue is thwarted when she discovers a body and a garden full of suspects, including her former mother-in-law. With the Cavanaugh name in danger of being dragged through the Wickford rumor mill, Cece's ex reluctantly asks her to investigate the suspicious death and put the gossip to rest. Cece agrees . . . if he'll pay off her van and save her housekeeper's job. The new detective in Wickford and missed phone calls from her boyfriend, Alder, create more trouble for Cece as she questions suspects and gathers clues-not just for the murder, but trying to figure out what is up with her missing boyfriend and his elusive voice mails. Every moment is precious, because the longer it takes for Cece to clear the family name, the more likely her ex is to back out of their deal. In a desperate attempt to end Cece's snooping, the killer sets a trap to silence her. Will Cece's hope for justice and a paid-off van go up in flames?

The Life, Loves and Times of a Golfer Who Solves Crimes...Suspenseful, sexy, surprising, high-spirited, humorous...this new mystery series stars a young golf pro drawn into an investigation of the murder of a fast-rising politician's beautiful, troubled wife.After several years of struggle on the tough pro golf circuit in the early 1960s, Tom Colt is inching closer to becoming a champion. To earn extra cash, Tom gives golf lessons at a posh country club in Arizona. Tom is attractive, personable, and an excellent golf instructor--particularly popular with the female members of The Club.Lisa Prentiss Luck, whose husband is running for the US Senate, is killed at her home with a golf club stolen from the country club. The crime is personal for Tom: Lisa took golf lessons from him, they became friends, and on the day she was killed left him an urgent message to come over because she was afraid for her life. He got there an hour too late.The Phoenix PD detective assigned to the case, Ed Mathers, asks for Tom's help, knowing the club members confide in him. Tom finds himself in the middle of a dangerous, hot mess in the hot desert that includes gangsters south of the border, a stone-cold killer in his own back yard and political corruption involving ambitious people who do whatever it takes to win.You'll also meet Roy Wilkinson, the too-powerful retired judge who pulls the business and political strings in the city. The Judge's daughter Julia, an aspiring singer and accomplished femme fatale. Tom's brilliant, funny twin sister Caroline. Det. Mathers, whose obsessions are keeping Phoenix safe and improving his golf game. And Katrina Stern, a serious young golf pro who may be Tom's soul mate if she'd allow herself time for romance.You'll root for Tom and his supporting cast to rise to the challenges of life--growing, learning, overcoming failure, achieving, loving--and for Tom and Det. Mathers to solve the murder. The killer was extremely clever, but Tom Colt and Det. Ed Mathers are clever, too. See how they unravel The Mystery of the Golf Club Murder, their first case.

Amelia is getting pretty tired of all these people who are trying to kill her. It's not just the paid assassins anymore, but the threats seem to be coming from inside her own organisation! Who can she trust? Certainly, not the Deputy Director. A long-time friend and supporter, but he seems obsessed with his own problems right now, including a long-lost daughter. Is she for real? Melia doesn't want to complain, but the constant attacks seem to be overshadowed by the invesigation of historic sex abuse which is consuming all available resources, and spilling over into the life of Melia's cousin, Liv, who is having her own challenges - such as her mysterious disappearing fiancee. Melia needs help, which is probably why she inadvisedly falls into the arms of the New Director, a career Civil Servant who calls himself Durf. Strange, short name for an otherwise unlikely manager, struggling to even keep his computer team in check. Melia looks in the mirror. If I'm going to survive this onslaught, she decides, then it's all going to be up to me.

A brutal, despicable serial killer has struck a quiet neighborhood in Kolkata. And when teenager Abhik Burman finds a bloody knife hidden in the house he shares only with his estranged mother Lipi, he begins to suspect her. The investigation unfolds, clues are uncovered, but Lipi proffers innocuous explanations for each one. As Abhik races to find irrefutable evidence against his mother, he discovers a plot spanning generations, affecting a family fundamentally fractured. Abhik faces the ultimate dilemma: believe his mother and reconcile with her, or trust the mountain of evidence against her and turn her in? Trust his heart and lose his mind, or trust his mind and lose his heart? Whichever side he takes, the consequences will be dire.

War's End Omnibus includes:Book 1: The StormSociety has collapsed. She almost gave up. But now she's fighting for two.Jess Aaronson's world has descended into madness. She lost her family to the brutal chaos of America's collapse, and nearly lost her spirit from the brutal abuse that followed. But now that she's pregnant, she has a new reason to keep fighting...Book 2: A Brave New WorldThe long-awaited sequel to War's End: The Storm - Jess has returned to her hometown, Warsend.There she and her family will rebuild their lives and learn lessons about love, and loss, and the strength of perseverance.Miles away, Chris longs for family, for children, and dreams of the home he lost.Book 3: Tales of the CollapseSociety has collapsed. The world burns. Yet, somehow, humanity survives...Through nine interconnected episodes, discover the stories behind the stories: Resonant and emotional tales of love, loss, survival, and triumph that paint a vivid and frighteningly believable picture of America in the midst of societal collapse.Existing fans of the War's End series will rediscover characters they've already met on Jess's fraught journey - while new readers will be swept up in storytelling that has been described as "unforgettable" and "heartbreaking, but uplifting." Either way, it's impossible not to be moved by the achingly human tales that challenge us all to wonder how we'd handle the end of the world.

Troy is a young man trying to navigate his way through the dangerous crime family he was born into--desperately trying to find a way out, all while trying to protect his younger brother.

NAME: Patrick CoonanCODENAME: DeltaOPERATION: Red MushroomANNOTATIONS: A breakdown in the strategic balance during the last decade of the Cold War prompts the Kremlin into launching an elaborate plan to insert a "dirty bomb" in the island of Manhattan, and blow it off the face of the Earth in in the event of nuclear war. Marlon Berkowitz, a retired special forces colonel, is selected by the U.S. State Department of Defense to shape and lead The Quadrille, a shadow-network of expendable undercover operatives tasked with the elimination of all Soviet nuclear saboteurs operating on U.S. soil. The colonel's first recruit is a man he is most familiar with; Sgt Major Patrick Coonan, a young U.S. Ranger sniper who no matter how many kill missions he is given, always comes back for more.A SOBERING FAST-PACED THRILLER IN THE STYLE OF IAN FLEMING'S 007, AND DONALD HAMILTON'S MATT HELM.

There is trouble in the beautiful South Park Valley of Colorado and Dan Walker's father has written to his drifting son to "come home" to help his aging parents deal with the intimidation and turmoil. Walker rides from Wyoming and into a hornet's nest of intrigue, scheming, kidnapping, and to the rescue of a lonely mountain girl, who has become trapped in the violence. and intrigue gripping the valley. THE MAN FROM WYOMING is a tender, Western love story that will warm the heart of the reader as it unfolds in the shadows of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. .

"The Messenger of Death: The Battle for Love and Revenge" is a gripping tale of two friends locked in a relentless struggle for the affection of a woman they both love. As the story unfolds, we are taken on a tumultuous journey through a web of betrayals that have driven the characters to the depths of despair. Daud, armed with his deadly weapon, the "messenger of death," must confront the loss of his loved ones and seek redemption. But as the lead character writes his own story, he soon realizes that escaping the consequences of his actions may not be as simple as he once believed.In this captivating narrative, the protagonist, Finding, finds himself engaged in a fierce battle with his mortal enemy, Chand, in a field. Simultaneously, Finding, a talented screenwriter, immerses himself in his latest screenplay at the office of Movie Company, Angeles Studio. As he delves deeper into his work, the lines between reality and fiction blur, and the world of his script comes to life. Finding assumes the role of Daud, the central figure, while Angeline becomes Fatima and Chand transforms into Ramsey. Amidst this intricate narrative, Daud embarks on a harrowing journey with his seven-year-old daughter, Skye, only to face tragedy when a gang attack leads to Skye's untimely demise."The Messenger of Death: The Battle for Love and Revenge" is a compelling exploration of love, betrayal, and the quest for redemption. Through the intertwining stories of the characters, readers are taken on an emotional rollercoaster as they witness the devastating consequences of their actions. With martial arts expertise and a blade of destruction, Daud must confront his inner demons and seek justice for his loved ones. As the lead character grapples with the consequences of his choices, the boundaries between reality and fiction become increasingly blurred, leaving readers questioning the true nature of redemption.

Magic, Mystery, and Murder in Turtle Bay!In the picturesque town of Turtle Bay, life is anything but ordinary, especially for Annie Archer, a local witch whose talents extend far beyond brewing potions. When strange occurrences and unsolvable crimes start to disrupt the peace, Annie teams up with the pragmatic Sheriff Adam Parker, delving into a world where the paranormal meets the procedural.Each book in the Annie Archer Paranormal Mysteries series weaves a new thread into the fabric of Turtle Bay's hidden secrets. From the ominous Case of the Deadly Truffles to the enigmatic Case of the Missing Coffin, Annie and Adam face challenges that test their wits, courage, and the very essence of their partnership. With her trusty ghostly sidekick, Monty, and an array of mystical artifacts at her disposal, Annie doesn't just confront the mysteries; she chases them down until the truth is revealed.Dive into this enchanting series, where each novel peels back layers of the small town's history, introducing quirky characters, sinister plots, and a touch of romance that simmers beneath the surface. The Annie Archer Paranormal Mysteries promise a ride full of twists and turns, where the past is never quite what it seems, and the solutions are as magical as they are deadly. Join Annie on her adventures and discover the heart, humor, and horrors that await inside the pages!

Trois clans, trois mondes et des milliards d'individus à la merci d'aliens malfaisants...Un évènement impensable s'est produit. Pour une raison inconnue, le système d'Altaïr est coupé de tout, comme s'il avait disparu.Mallory Sajean craint le pire: deux de ses proches sont sur place. Toujours épaulée par les vohrns, elle se rend là-bas pour enquêter. Le soutien des vohrns a un prix : elle doit compter avec un nouveau coéquipier en qui elle n'a aucune confiance.L'enquête prend très vite un tour inattendu. Mallory et son coéquipier se retrouvent impliqués dans une guerre de succession entre clans extraterrestres et doivent jouer les gladiateurs, alors que les terribles primordiaux tirent les ficelles...Mallory et ses amis survivront-ils à leur passage dans le système d'Altaïr? Parviendront-ils à déjouer les plans des primordiaux?Lisez Altaïr Infiltrée et accompagnez Mallory Sajean dans sa mission la plus intense!À propos de l'auteur:Philippe Mercurio est avant tout un grand lecteur de science-fiction. Fan d'auteurs tels que Jack Vance, Simon R. Green et Franck Herbert, il apprécie aussi les mangas comme Gunnm ou Cobra. L'univers de Mallory Sajean est à mi-chemin entre Blade Runner et Star Wars, tout en restant original.J'écris simplement le genre d'histoires que j'aimerais lire. Mon but est d'emmener mes lecteurs pour un voyage au loin et sans temps mort, à mille lieues du quotidien.

The Hound of the Baskervilles is a riveting mystery novel penned by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that plunges readers into the eerie moors of Devonshire, England. The story unfurls as the legendary Baskerville curse casts a long, ominous shadow over the desolate landscape. Upon the untimely demise of Sir Charles Baskerville, the heir to the Baskerville estate, the formidable detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion Dr. John Watson are called upon to investigate the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death. A palpable sense of dread permeates the narrative as the duo delves into the dark secrets of the Baskerville family, haunted by a spectral hound that is said to be a harbinger of doom. As Holmes employs his razor-sharp intellect to unravel the enigma, the moors come alive with an atmosphere thick with suspense, fog, and the howls of an otherworldly beast. The novel masterfully weaves elements of superstition, crime, and deduction, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Amidst the brooding landscapes and ancient legends, Holmes and Watson navigate a labyrinth of clues and red herrings, unearthing a complex web of deceit that stretches back generations. The tension builds steadily, reaching a crescendo as the truth behind the Baskerville curse is finally revealed in a heart-pounding climax. The Hound of the Baskervilles stands as a timeless classic, captivating readers with its atmospheric setting, brilliant detective work, and the lingering question of whether the supernatural forces at play are mere figments of imagination or chilling reality. Doyle's narrative prowess transforms the moors into a character, a haunting backdrop against which the unraveling mystery unfolds with unparalleled allure.

Valverde del Camino, 2019. A serial killer leaves a third corpse with the same note in Huelva. It's the police's only lead. Three weeks and nothing.Ángela Ramírez left Valverde after her mother's death, and now, convinced by her partner and her best friend from her youth, she will have to return to face her most difficult case, and not only that, but also her past. A past she thought she had left behind.With the help of the Guardia Civil, Angela and Julieta, who dreams of becoming famous as a private detective, will have to find the murderer who has been tormenting the hitherto quiet Huelva for almost a month. And all this while solving something even more complicated than the crimes they're investigating - their own relationship.From Huelva to Valverde and throughout the province, Angela and Julieta will have to trust each other more than ever to unravel the identity and motives that have led someone to murder three people with no apparent connection.

"Trimardeur" est un terme qui fait référence à un vagabond, un voyageur errant ou un individu qui mène une vie nomade. Isabelle Eberhardt, écrivaine et exploratrice suisse, est souvent associée à ce mode de vie en raison de ses propres aventures et de sa vie non conventionnelle.Eberhardt était connue pour son exploration des territoires nord-africains au début du XXe siècle. Elle s'était immergée dans les cultures locales, adoptant souvent des vêtements masculins pour faciliter ses voyages et vivant une vie très libre par rapport aux conventions sociales de son époque.Bien qu'il n'y ait pas de publication spécifique intitulée "Trimardeur" attribuée à Isabelle Eberhardt, le terme pourrait être utilisé pour décrire son mode de vie nomade, son esprit d'aventure et ses voyages à travers le Sahara et d'autres régions d'Afrique du Nord. Elle a laissé derrière elle des journaux, des lettres et des récits de voyage qui dépeignent sa vie et ses expériences en tant qu'exploratrice intrépide.

On le connaissait à dix lieues aux environs le père Toine, le gros Toine, Toine-ma-Fine, Antoine Mâcheblé, dit Brûlot, le cabaretier de Tournevent. Il avait rendu célèbre le hameau enfoncé dans un pli du vallon qui descendait vers la mer, pauvre hameau paysan composé de dix maisons normandes entourées de fossés et d¿arbres.Elles étaient là, ces maisons, blotties dans ce ravin couvert d¿herbe et d¿ajonc, derrière la courbe qui avait fait nommer ce lieu Tournevent. Elles semblaient avoir cherché un abri dans ce trou comme les oiseaux qui se cachent dans les sillons les jours d¿ouragan, un abri contre le grand vent de mer, le vent du large, le vent dur et salé, qui ronge et brûle comme le feu, dessèche et détruit comme les gelées d¿hiver.

"Thérèse Aubert, Adèle" n'est pas une ¿uvre de Charles Nodier, mais plutôt deux titres distincts appartenant à deux romans différents. "Thérèse Aubert" est un roman écrit par Charles Nodier, tandis que "Adèle" est une ¿uvre distincte."Thérèse Aubert" est un roman gothique publié en 1803 par Charles Nodier. C'est une histoire sombre et mystérieuse se déroulant dans un contexte de château, pleine de mystères, d'amours contrariées et de phénomènes surnaturels typiques du genre gothique.Quant à "Adèle", il existe plusieurs ¿uvres avec ce titre et attribuées à différents auteurs. Il serait nécessaire d'avoir plus de détails pour fournir des informations précises sur l'¿uvre spécifique que tu souhaites connaître.

"Terre d'Espagne" de René Bazin est un roman qui explore les relations franco-espagnoles à travers une trame narrative riche en couleurs locales et en conflits politiques. Bazin, connu pour sa capacité à dépeindre les paysages et les atmosphères, plonge les lecteurs dans les intrigues et les différences culturelles entre la France et l'Espagne.Ce roman offre une vision panoramique de l'Espagne, dévoilant les traditions, la mentalité et les tensions sociales de ce pays. À travers les personnages et les événements du récit, Bazin explore les contrastes entre les deux nations et souligne les enjeux historiques et humains qui les séparent ou les rapprochent."Terre d'Espagne" est une ¿uvre qui transcende les frontières, offrant une immersion captivante dans l'âme espagnole tout en examinant les interactions complexes avec la France, offrant ainsi aux lecteurs une peinture vivante de cette terre et de ses habitants.

"Sur la Pierre Blanche" est un recueil de poèmes d'Anatole France. Ces poèmes reflètent la sensibilité et l'érudition de l'auteur, explorant des thèmes variés tels que l'amour, la nature, la philosophie et l'esthétique. Anatole France, connu pour sa prose subtile et sa capacité à capturer la profondeur des émotions, offre dans ce recueil des réflexions poétiques sur la condition humaine, la beauté de la vie et les mystères de l'existence.Les poèmes de "Sur la Pierre Blanche" dépeignent des paysages poétiques riches en images évocatrices, exprimant une vision lyrique du monde. Anatole France maîtrise l'art des mots, offrant des vers empreints d'une finesse artistique et d'une réflexion profonde, invitant les lecteurs à méditer sur la nature changeante de la réalité et sur la fugacité des instants de bonheur et de beauté.

Il était blanc et poli, un peu élastique, doux à l'oeil et au toucher, jeune et sain, un ventre de femme. Je ne pourrais l'affirmer cependant et à vrai dire je ne m'en préoccupais guère; mais ce dont je me souviens exactement, c'est du couteau, parce que longtemps après je l'ai gardé accroché à l'arçon de ma selle. Une bonne et solide lame large d'un demi pouce, longue de dix, effilée, légèrement recourbée vers la pointe avec une forte poignée de chêne que quelque chamelier de Flissa, artiste inconscient, avait orné de bizarres arabesques.

"Souvenirs de Voyage" d'Arthur de Gobineau est une ¿uvre qui relate les expériences et les observations de l'auteur lors de ses voyages à travers l'Europe, l'Afrique du Nord et le Moyen-Orient. Publié en plusieurs volumes, ce récit de voyage captivant offre une vision du monde extérieur à travers les yeux de Gobineau, célèbre pour ses idées sur la supériorité de la race aryenne et son influence sur le développement du concept de racisme scientifique.Dans ces souvenirs, Gobineau partage ses impressions, ses rencontres et ses réflexions sur les cultures, les coutumes et les peuples qu'il a rencontrés au cours de ses périples. Cependant, il est important de noter que ses idées et ses opinions, en particulier sur la hiérarchie raciale, ont suscité des controverses et ont été largement critiquées pour leur partialité et leur racisme.Bien que ces souvenirs de voyage puissent offrir des détails intéressants sur les régions qu'il a visitées, ils doivent être lus avec une conscience critique en raison des opinions controversées et des préjugés de l'auteur qui ont teinté son ¿uvre.

Dans un de mes derniers voyages de Genève, une jeune dame assez jolie, autant qu'il m'en souvient, occupait avec moi le même compartiment d'un train express; le hasard seul avait fait notre rencontre, comme celle de la petite Sonia avec Tartarin sur les Alpes.Il me fut facile de reconnaître que ce n'était pas le moins du monde une nihiliste russe, mais tout spirituellement une parisienne pur sang, dont la société ne m'exposait pas à faire connaissance avec les gendarmes, comme cela m'était une autre fois arrivé; j'aurai peut-être l'occasion de vous le dire. En traversant le tunnel du Credo, elle s'étonnait que partie de Genève à onze heures du matin, elle ne pouvait arriver à Paris... le même jour, qu'à onze heures du soir.

Liegt ein Fluch auf der Strandnixe? Zwei Gäste der Frauenpension auf dem Priwall, der idyllischen Halbinsel an der Travemündung, starben bereits auf mysteriöse Weise. Drei Jahre sind seither vergangen. Der Mörder wurde nie gefasst.Plötzlich meldet sich eine Zeugin. Sie hat den Täter gerade eben gesehen. Kurz darauf liegt eine weitere Leiche am Strand. Und wieder ist das Opfer eine Frau, der ein Urlaub in der Pension zum Verhängnis wurde.Wann stellt der Mörder die nächste Falle? Unter Hochdruck ermitteln Molly Bleck und ihr Team. Was die Kommissarin nicht ahnt: Ihre Freundin Janna hat sich mit ihrem Begleiter, dem putzigen Malteser-Rüden Leo, in der Strandnixe einquartiert.