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The clock is ticking, and for Margot, time has just run out.Margot Remington exits the wood-lined boardwalk at Moonstone Beach and pedals her bike onto the highway. It's dusk, and the sky has started to grumble, the clouds shifting and bending as they turn a melancholy shade of gray. Rain is coming. Margot can smell it in the air. But after the argument she's just had with her sister, she isn't ready to return home just yet.Glancing at her watch, Margot realizes she'll have little time to freshen up before her date if she doesn't return home soon. She pedals faster, slowing when a pickup driving in the opposite direction swerves, its headlights blinding her as it zooms her way. Margot skids to a stop, realizing her mistake when the pickup shows no signs of breaking.In a split-second, the pickup collides with Margot, and she finds herself hurdling through the air, the bike going one way as she goes the other. Mind whirring, her life's memories flash before her, along with a single wish--that today isn't the day she's going to die.What Readers are Saying about this Series:"Makes you want to keep reading the story into the night." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"A strong lead character and plenty of drama, it keeps the reader engaged." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"Leaving you wanting to read more." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"You feel like you live close by and can see these characters walking by and waving to you." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"I will definitely read more from this author." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"Kept me on the edge of my seat." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

Se les olvido, que al despertar la furia del elemento fuego, las llamas fueron incesantes, respirar quemaba sus pulmones, la piel desprendia de sus huesos. El tiempo paso convirtiendo en mito lo que casi destruye la raza humana. El medico de una de las aldeas lucha contra los devastadores eventos climatologicos causados por las batallas de los elementos, mas soporta torturas con tal de salvar la mujer que siempre ha amado estando en los brazos del hombre equivocado, el cual se ha dejado consumir por la codicia de su mejor amigo esclavizando su pueblo mas amenazando con destruir los seres enviados por el espiritu del planeta Tierra.

In the heart of the city, a vulnerable soul is exploited by a powerful tycoon. But when a husband and wife team takes up the fight for justice, they embark on an elaborate and risky mission to extract money from the tycoon and right the wrongs committed. With their impeccable reputation as high-profile consultants, they cunningly position themselves as experts in the tycoon's interests and values. Orchestrating a meeting that captivates his attention, they unveil an irresistible offer that seems to align perfectly with his ambitions. As the stakes rise, they skillfully tap into his fear of missing out and desire for greatness, gradually escalating the investment with promises of astronomical returns and exclusive perks. But this elaborate con isn't just about money. The husband and wife team's ultimate goal is to expose the tycoon's exploitation and demand restitution for the victim. With undeniable evidence in their hands, they confront the tycoon, threatening to expose him publicly and unleash legal and reputational consequences. As the tycoon faces the potential ruin of his empire and confronts his own moral compass, he undergoes a transformation. But can the husband and wife team trust him to fulfill his promises? With every twist and turn, they must stay one step ahead of the tycoon and navigate a treacherous path to justice. Will the husband and wife team succeed in their mission and bring justice to the victim? Or will their plan crumble, leaving them with regrets and the tycoon unscathed? Discover the truth in this gripping tale of revenge, redemption, and the pursuit of justice.

It all begins at 6:10 a.m. on a Friday morning when Glen Brebeuf calls demanding answers. He had reported his former lover, Elizabeth MacDonald, missing the previous day and Detective Mike O'Shea finds himself cleaning up the mess some rookie had made of the initial call. Within hours, Mike takes over the investigation and is on the doorstep of the missing elderly woman's home, determining that Elizabeth MacDonald-Sibby Mac to her friends-is not missing. Sibby Mac has been murdered. In Man At The Door, the third in Desmond P. Ryan's Mike O'Shea Crime Fiction Series, Detective Mike O'Shea solves a homicide, juggles an increasingly complex personal life, and continues to hunt for the cop-killer who has remained at large for the past thirteen years. Whether as a stand-alone or as your next step in the Mike O'Shea Crime Fiction Series, Man At The Door will keep you reading far too late into the night following Detective Mike O'Shea through the twists and turns of a homicide investigation.

In the gripping finale of Jenni Lorraine's "Tess Trilogy," "Rusalki" takes readers on a final journey through the heart of a small town shrouded in dark and violent history. As Adelaide still reels from the shocking events of the summer of 1995, Tessie Rowe stumbles upon one final damning clue that will lead Sheriff Alan Cline's investigation to a horrifying discovery.In a town where the truth always seems to be just out of reach, and where the line between myth and reality blurs, "Rusalki" weaves a tale of intrigue, betrayal, and unexpected alliances. Tessie and Alan each find themselves navigating a labyrinth of lies and half-truths, where each spun yarn unraveled brings them closer to a shocking twist that will change Adelaide forever."Rusalki" is the thrilling conclusion to a saga that has captivated readers worldwide.Get ready. It's time.The true beasts of Adelaide will finally be revealed.

The Vale is home of The Gifted, those born with magical talent that manifests in unpredictable ways that many look upon with suspicion and fear. Even as the Vale's king works hard to teach citizens truth and tolerance concerning the gift of magic, the process is slow and politically risky. Many of the Gifted have no choice but to seek shelter in the stronghold city of Safehold. But is safety possible even there?Sixteen-year-old Arlin is a nobleman's son, grandson of the king of Vale. Handsome and spoiled, he was born to warrior parents with older siblings who outshine him in every capacity. Misunderstood, his sullen attitude alienates his family. With the sudden appearance of wings on his back--a very rare and visible magical Gift--Arlin has no choice but to, literally, take flight to protect himself and his grandfather's reputation as an impartial judge of Gifted rights.Fiella was adopted as an apprentice to the local bookmaster, where she discovered her passion for books and talent for sales. Her parents were killed when she was only seven--an event she witnessed that led to her desperate regret and longing to help others. While traveling on her first book-circuit as a journeyman, she impulsively offers to help Arlin get to Safehold, a sanctuary for Gifted, not realizing the danger she'll be placed in by doing so. Not the least of her worries is the secret she's been carefully hiding: She, too, is Gifted.Shonwin is heir to the lordship of Kuturan. When he was a child, his father was murdered by his own wife. Living with a mercilessly cruel parent led to Shonwin's single-minded devotion to Kuturan. When the king heard of the ruthless horrors practiced there, he tore away their income and livelihood, denying them the rights other lords of the land were entitled to. To rebuild his heritage and birthright, Shonwin means to have his revenge. Arlin's Gift will enable him to not only discredit and disgrace the king but strike at the king's protection of the Gifted and his own beloved grandson, Arlin.

After Fatima's arrest, the battle against the legal system begins. Discover what Fatima's life in prison is like and how she deals with some of the challenges she faces. Meanwhile, on the outside, things get a bit rough as the family struggle to come to terms with how events have unfolded.

Now in one volume! A House in the Woods, and its sequel, A House in the Woods 2, bring the story of Laurel and Jeremy Calloway full circle. The couple decide to trade their life in New York City for something much quieter, calmer, and ultimately terrifying. In A House in the Woods, they happen upon a small, charming house on A New Jersey back road, almost hidden by the trees. They think it could be the house of their dreams, only to discover that its's the house of their nightmares instead. Who is the old woman who takes care of the house? What happened to the owners? And who are these strange townspeople who all seem aware that a new young couple has moved into the house in the woods? Laurel searches for the truth of what's happening, and why, only to find herself needing desperately to escape.In A House in the Woods 2, Laurel and Jeremy are enjoying their life in Strickland, New Jersey. Everything is perfect, including their daughter who is about to celebrate her first birthday. Everyone is happy, especially Eileen, the old neighbor and one-time caretaker of the house they used to live in, before Laurel's success as an author and Jeremy's corporate accomplishments made their dream of a bigger house come true. The townspeople insist on a birthday party for the child. But what do they really want? And why has Laurel been having nightmares since the birth of her daughter, troubling dreams that she comes to believe are really memories? The more she uncovers, the more she knows she is in the fight of her life ... but who is she fighting against? The stakes could not be higher, as A House in the Woods 2 concludes this supernatural chiller.

Patty Ferguson y Brandon King se encuentran de vacaciones en Carson City, cuando Big Daddy, el dueño del hotel dónde están hospedados les pide un favor, pero aceptar a colaborar con él los lleva a pasar por diversos eventos que los pondrá a prueba, tanto a ellos como a sus compañeros de Seguridad y Justicia, la compañía para la cual trabajan.

In Myria Hopkins' chilling novel "Lunar Addiction," the shadowy streets of Darkhaven City become the epicenter of a terrifying transformation. This gripping tale of horror and suspense delves deep into the heart of an urban supernatural mystery, masterfully blending the allure of werewolf folklore with the stark realities of a crime-ridden metropolis. Synopsis: Darkhaven City, a sprawling urban landscape, is a place of stark social contrasts and hidden dangers, where the history is steeped in werewolf legends. The city's eerie tranquility is shattered when a new street drug emerges, causing monstrous transformations in its users, revealing an ancient werewolf bloodline. Enter Elena Martinez, a determined undercover investigator with a vendetta against drug-related crimes. Joining her are Dr. Lucas Grant, a biochemist whose expertise becomes crucial in understanding the drug's horrifying effects, and Mia Zhang, a tenacious journalist seeking the truth behind this dark phenomenon. Together, they are thrust into the heart of darkness, pitted against the enigmatic drug lord Victor Krawley, who, along with his accomplice, the ethically dubious geneticist Dr. Helena Frost, harbors a sinister plan. Their goal: to wield the drug as a tool to forge a new world order. As the effects of the drug intensify with each full moon, the trio must navigate through a city teetering on the brink of chaos. Elena grapples with her inner demons and fears of losing her humanity. Lucas faces the ethical implications of pitting his scientific skills against a supernatural force. Meanwhile, Mia's relentless pursuit of the truth exposes her to grave dangers and moral dilemmas. "Lunar Addiction" is a tale of ambition, humanity, and the supernatural, set against a backdrop of urban decay and ethical dilemmas. It's a narrative where myth clashes with reality, exploring the depths of human and inhuman nature. This novel is a must-read for fans of horror, especially those drawn to the terror of werewolf lore and body horror. Prepare to be immersed in the dark world of Darkhaven City, where the line between science and the supernatural is blurred, and the full moon brings more than just fear into the hearts of its inhabitants.

Alice has big plans for Blithedale's struggling movie theater. But when a murder takes center stage - with a sensational Wizard of Oz-themed clue on the corpse - Alice must once again play detective.A true crime podcaster claims to know who did it. But what about the victim's estranged brother? And is there really a "wild man" living in the depths of the woods? Alice is determined to solve the mystery on her own. But this time, her self-reliance might prove her biggest weakness - and the killer's biggest advantage.Join bookstore-owner Alice and her friends in book 2 of the Wonderland Books Cozy Mystery Series to see if she can unravel another bookish cozy mystery while learning to embrace her friendships and community.

Dopo la devastazione delle città, che tipo di società emergerebbe in questo mondo?Gustavo, un informatico di quasi 40 anni con un lavoro stabile e inserito in una routine, condivide un matrimonio logoro con una donna che non ama più, intanto, fantastica di avere relazioni extraconiugali.A tutto questo si aggiunge un evento insolito che diffonde la paura nella società e dà un po' di emozione alla sua vita. Diventa ossessionato dalla possibilità di una catastrofe, spende una fortuna per una lista di beni di sopravvivenza, così facendo, anche la sua stessa famiglia lo prende per pazzo.Più di 10.000 libri venduti

Archive 99 is a collection of compelling and engaging stories that challenge the frontiers of reality as we know it. Each tale is a journey through the infinite possibilities of the universe, exploring distant worlds, confronting the unknown and prompting us to reflect on our own position in the immensity of the cosmos. Volume 4

Ditching her fiancé at the altar, Alice Hartford bolts to her childhood hometown to reconnect with the last, happy remnant of her past: her mom's old bookstore.But the bookstore is falling apart. And when a handyman working there falls to his death, the local chief of police insists it's an accident. Alice knows better and must put her detective skills to the test - before a determined developer destroys her last chance at a new beginning.Join Alice in book 1 of the Wonderland Books Cozy Mystery Series for a twisty, feel-good cozy mystery that celebrates books, friendship, and the courage to start anew.

Something - or someone - is haunting Blithedale. And when a ghoulish murder takes place at the annual Halloween haunted house experience, one of Alice's best friends is framed.Now Alice must summon all her detective know-how to catch the ghostly killer. But can she do it before more blood is spilled?Join bookstore-owner Alice and her friends in book 3 of the Wonderland Books Cozy Mystery Series for a cozy mystery that celebrates books, friends, and the fun side of Halloween.

When someone poisons a Santa Claus at the Blithedale Christmas Fair, Alice must catch the killer before the authorities shut down the biggest event of the year - and snuff out the town's holiday spirit.But that's not all: What's the former owner of Blithedale Books doing back in town? And who's the secret Santa gifting books to people in town? These mysteries turn out to be more tangled than a string of Christmas tree lights.Join bookstore-owner Alice and her friends in book 4 of the Wonderland Books Cozy Mystery series for a holiday cozy mystery that celebrates books, friendship, and the joys of Christmas.

This is the third collection of scary stories in the Shadows series. It's various tales, from mind-bending nightmare scenarios to chilling thrillers. These stories are some of my best in the entire series, from "Hell is Being Renovated" to "They're not Asleep."Lock your door, turn the lights off, and try not to get chills!

In Tokyo, there isn't always respect for older people. Sometimes, it's the opposite.Winner Mystery Independent Press Award (2023)Finalist SPR Book Awards (2023)Gold Award Literary Titan (2023)Editor's Choice AudiobookBlog.com (2023)After the suspicious deaths of a seventy-something woman and a student recluse, Detective Hiroshi tracks down a gang of scammers who target retirees, robbing them of their pensions, life savings, and even the deeds to their homes. Hiroshi teams up with Detective Ishii, who's been running a women's crime task force. Together, they find out who has been ripping off the pensions, life savings, and deeds to homes in shitamachi, the older, eastern side of the city.With his personal life on hold (almost), Hiroshi finds out how complex the traditional life of Tokyo still is. With old-school Detective Takamatsu and ex-sumo wrestler Chief Sakaguchi watching his back, he finds out who's behind the scams, and who's behind the scammers."Pronko's knowledge of Japanese life is simply extraordinary-with painstaking care, he limns its shadowy contours and ambiguities. An absorbing drama conveyed with incisive intelligence."-Kirkus ReviewsShitamachi Scam is the sixth book in the Tokyo-based Detective Hiroshi series by award-winning author Michael Pronko.

Ajax. My world as an MMA trainer for the Irish mob was supposed to be temporary. Just a debt I needed to pay when the big boss saved my life. Then I watched her fight, and she was brought into my gym. I unravelled her secrets, bit by bit, as we laid it bare on the mat. Now I'm joining a war I wanted no part of, because she needed me in her corner.Sin. My mission was simple. Get my sister out of foster care. I had a plan. But the sins of our father came knocking at the locker door and offered a smooth path to reuniting my family. But can I get through the vipers den with my soul and secrets intact?

Spring of the year 1720...Blandine Veyre, a young middle-class lady, lives with her family in the majestic Phocaean city located in the south of the Kingdom of France.To celebrate her 16th birthday, she receives a wonderful present, a leasure travel in the company of her brother, a naval Officer, aboard an imposing three-masted ship called the 'Lacydon'.But very soon, this voyage will turn into a succession of unexpected and sometimes painful as well as solitary adventures. At last, she will know suffering, fear, and a quite new life, an improbable existence, when the red-haired pirate lady, the so-called 'Brigantine' appears...

Astu "The Witch of Shadowthorn 3" -pelin maagiseen maailmaan ja valmistaudu eeppiseen matkaan, joka on täynnä mysteeriä, vaaroja ja petoksia. Tässä saagan kolmannessa luvussa valon ja pimeyden väliset rajat hämärtyvät entisestään, kun varjoista nousee esiin uusia roistoja.NightGlen, kerran rauhallinen kaupunki, joutuu myllerrykseen. Damusin, kaupungin tehokkaimman velhon, katoaminen jätti valtatyhjiön ja epävarmuuden. Kun valomaagit taistelevat suojellakseen kotiaan, he eivät tiedä totuutta sen puuttumisen takana.Sillä välin syvällä Shadowthornissa ilmenee synkkä läsnäolo. Darkthorn, valtaa kaipaava pimeyden velho, ja Morvath, varjoolento, jonka alkuperää ei tunneta, juonivat salaa syöstäkseen NightGlenin loputtomaan pimeyteen. Julkuudellaan ja kyltymättömällä herruuden janollaan he uhkaavat tehdä tyhjäksi kaiken, mitä valomaagit ovat rakentaneet.Kun kaupunki taistelee lähestyviä varjoja vastaan, Isadora ja Gareth löytävät turvan Grammariasta ja rakentavat elämää yhdessä. Heidän rakkautensa kukoistaa, ja yhdessä he kasvattavat tyttärensä Eliaa. He eivät kuitenkaan voi paeta kohtaloa, joka on kietoutunut NightGlenin kanssa. Elian kasvaessa hänen poikkeuksellinen maaginen kykynsä asettaa hänet roistojen ristiin, jotka näkevät hänet mahdollisena uhkana.Kun valomaagit kohtaavat kasvavia uhkia, Isadora, Garethin ja Elian perhe valmistautuu vaaralliselle matkalle. Päättäessään paljastaa totuuden Damusin katoamisesta ja kohdata roistot, jotka yrittävät upottaa NightGlenin pimeyteen, he joutuvat kohtaamaan Darkthornin ja Morvathin taistelussa, jossa kaikkien kohtalo on vaakalaudalla.The Witch of Shadowthorn 3:ssa vaikeita valintoja, uhrauksia ja horjumatonta rohkeutta joutuvat koetukselle. Mysteereitä paljastetaan, ystävyyssuhteita koetellaan ja taikuuden todellinen voima pääsee valloilleen. Valmistaudu jännittävään seikkailuun, jossa toivo on niissä, jotka uskaltavat haastaa pimeyden.Lähde tälle jännittävälle matkalle "The Witch of Shadowthorn 3" -pelissä ja selvitä, voiko valo voittaa pimeyden, riittääkö rakkaus ja rohkeus kohtaamaan Darkthornin ja Morvathin pahikset ja voidaanko harmonia palauttaa NightGlenille ja sen jälkeen.

Praise for Life is But a Dream: "Another great read!""It was so good, so intriguing that I practically devoured it!""It kept me turning pages."When danger lurks in your sleep...dreams aren't realunless they arewhen someone wants to watch you drownyou better pay attentionSage and Marlow are reunited in this second book of A Nursery Rhyme Mystery series. When Sage's dreams merge with Marlow's they know something strange is connecting them. But when the drowning dreams start to come true, Sage wonders if she can prevent her own death.Because someone is definitely out to get her.***A science fiction mystery romantic suspense series from Amazon bestselling author Lee Strauss!What readers are saying:"I loved it. The writing is engaging and fast moving.......hard to put down!""Love Lee's imagination.""Great story plot, well developed characters, fast-paced, and realistic dialogue. Loved it.""Another great read! I loved the first book - Gingerbread Man - and was looking forward to the continuing story of Marlow. This book definitely didn't disappoint.""Another fantastic novel! I love Sage and Marlow! Great character development, keeps you enthralled :)"***For fans of Iris Johansen, Pauline Hawkins, Ruth Ware, Freida McFadden, psychological thrillers, mystery suspense and romantic suspense.

This book is written to have a sci-fi reader interested in what could happen in the future. Cutting edge technologies are advanced in the novel to suit the story. Realities described in the novel are for the reader to imagine and invoke pictures of the mind.

Praise for Twinkle Little Star: "The stakes are higher than ever before...""This is a series that keeps you wanting more.""I'm Hooked!" When you're dead wrong. Sage Farrell regrets missing her chance to be more than friends with Marlow Henry. But being alone and lonely in her sophomore year at Detroit University is the least of her problems. On a dark, quiet forest road something jumps in front of her truck, literally from out of nowhere. It wasn't a deer or elk that she hit, but the beautiful media star Crystal Morrisette.Marlow and Sage are pulled into yet another unexplainable mystery. Who killed the media star and how did she just appear out of thin air? And how are they going to prove to the police that Sage is innocent of this crime?There's a madman on campus getting crazier by the day and now his sight is set on Sage and Marlow. They have to put their heart issues aside until they find a way to stop him, because there's no sense falling in love if you're dead.What readers are saying:"The stakes are higher than ever before in this installment of Marlow and Sage's story. Lee Strauss created yet another page turner that I could not put down. If you're looking for a fast paced, thrilling adventure Twinkle Little Star is a must read.""I've read all of the nursery rhyme series and I think this is one of my favorites if not the favorite so far. Maybe because the geeks play a large role, or the long awaited and surprising relationships that that occurred. I don't know, but I'm ready for the next installment. Bravo again, Lee!""I love anything to do with time travel or in this case alternative universe travel. The story is focused on college kids and a dad working in a secretive organization. Total intrigue!"

After suffering defeat many years ago, the Mad King has returned to take over the realm of Diamondlot. With the original warriors no longer around to stop him, a new group of brave warriors from around the realm must join together to stop his tyranny. See the adventures of Bella, Nathan, Chelsea, Leeloo, and many other incredible characters as they assemble an unlikely team of rebels. Will they be able to stop the Mad King's destruction?

Praise for Hickory Dickory Dock: "Good and easy reading....sucked me in again.""True story teller and keeps the reader vested till the end.....""I loved this one!"When the future is murder.After a tumultuous freshman year at Detroit University, Marlow Henry and Sage Farrell look forward to a calm, uneventful summer break.Not gonna happen.Before Marlow can even make his blossoming relationship with Dakota official, Sage pulls him into her new discovery - a math equation that opens a window in time and space. Then they witness a murder.Fate pulls them into a war-torn and deserted version of Marlow's neighbourhood where they are forced to help a rebel group counterattack. The group's ethics are questionable and Marlow has a personal reason to distrust the leader. Plus, members of their small community keep dying.The situation is more dire and twisted than Marlow and Sage can imagine. No one is safe. No one can be trusted. They don't even trust each other. How can they save the world, if they can't save themselves?***What readers are saying:"Another great story by Lee Strauss! Her Nursery Rhyme series is an amazing series to discover. This was a fantastic Clue game/"Who Dun It" story.""Another winner by Lee Strauss.""It's a great, fast-paced story that you just won't be able to put down.""This was a fantastic Clue game/"Who Dun It" story. There were crazy plot twists and many surprises.""Who done it or who is doing it! Marlow and Sage must solve the mystery to survive!"