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Gina, in search of new employment opportunities, stumbles upon an intriguing job listing in her local newspaper. The role, based at Manor Lodge, promises a blend of housekeeping, office work, and childcare, and even offers accommodation for the right candidate. Owned by the successful and enigmatic couple, Gerald and Hilary Thomas, Manor Lodge seems like the ideal place for Gina to start afresh. But is Gina truly the right fit for this seemingly perfect position? As she delves deeper into her new role, unsettling questions arise. Trust becomes a luxury she can't afford, especially when she uncovers a disturbing pattern: people connected to Manor Lodge are mysteriously dying. Caught in a web of secrets and lies, Gina must unravel the truth before it's too late. Is she destined to be the next victim, or can she expose the dark underbelly of Manor Lodge in time to save herself?

With a lack of his memory, a younger man wakes up to find himself trapped in an alien-like, hostile land, filled with strange colours, plant life and almost no animals, after getting transported in his search for a missing person. Be captivated with this bizarre yet exciting journey that will take you on a ride of emotions, as he fights through masses of ancient horrifying creatures and tries to survive hostile territorial wars riddled with magic warfare and cruelty. Follow along as he uncovers more about the world and its almost-unexplainable land, monuments, architecture and secrets, along with those trapped just like him - some friendly but confused on why and how, while others out for blood and power. This story will not only take you on a fantasy adventure of a lifetime, leaving you sad, excited, fearful and hungry for more, it will also give you a strange everlasting feeling around frogs and stairs.

A former Navy bomb tech... A ruthless gang of pirates... A terrifying menace to the United States...When reports of piracy plaguing the Gulf of Mexico draws the attention of former Navy bomb disposal tech Ryan Weller, his mission becomes clear: track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice. Teaming up with a tenacious and beautiful insurance investigator, Ryan embarks on a relentless pursuit that takes them from the shores of Texas to the sun-drenched paradise of Key West. As they dive deeper, they uncover a network of sunken sailboats concealing a sinister secret.However, the waters grow darker as their investigation leads them into the heart of Mexico, where the Aztlán Cartel looms large. Its leader, Arturo Guerrero, driven by an insatiable hunger for power, sets his sights on a grandiose plan-to wage war with the United States and reclaim the Desert Southwest. Now, Ryan finds himself in the crosshairs of an unforgiving enemy, facing an impossible task of stopping Guerrero and preventing an international catastrophe.As the danger escalates, Ryan must navigate a treacherous web of deception, and with the full might of the Aztlán Cartel closing in, he must summon every ounce of his training, ingenuity, and unwavering determination to thwart Guerrero's sinister ambitions. Can Ryan rise above the murky depths and save the day, or will Guerrero plunge the region into chaos?Dark Water is the first book in the fast-paced Ryan Weller series in which Evan Graver delivers a masterfully crafted maritime thriller ripped from today's headlines. Prepare to be submerged in a heart-stopping tale of suspense, where the fate of nations hangs in the balance.

A cross between Agatha Christie's Miss Marple and a Cheers bartender, Sally Witherspoon, a fifty-something accountant turned biker-bar owner, loves solving puzzles. Up to now, she has focused on helping neighbors and friends find lost jewelry, lost pets, and lost loves. But when she finds her best friend and business partner, Bill Arnold, dead in a dumpster behind her bar on a Saturday night, she needs all her wits and grit to find out who did it. And she won't stop until she does.

Detective Inspector Bob Valentine returns to duty, after a narrow escape with death, only to be confronted with the discovery of a corpse on a kitchen table with a horrific neck wound. A mystery also surrounds the victim's missing partner and her daughter. When the murder investigation reveals a tragic family drama, Valentine struggles with rapidly unfolding events and the terrifying visions that haunt him. As he uncovers the family's illicit secrets, can he keep a grip on the case and on his own sanity before the body count starts to rise? Praise for Books by Tony Black: "Tony Black is my favourite British crime writer." -Irvine Welsh "If you're a fan of the Ian Rankins, Denise Minas and Irvine Welshes of this world, this is most certainly one for you." -The Scotsman "Black is one of those excellent perpetrators of Scottish noir: a compelling and convincing portrayer of raw emotions in a vicious milieu." -The Times "This up-and-coming crime writer isn't portraying the Edinburgh in the Visit Scotland tourism brochures." -The Sun "Taut, with a heart-wrenchingly honest protagonist and impressive literary style, it is among the best of the new Tartan Noir." -The Daily Mail "Irvine Welsh adores him, Ken Bruen can't praise him highly enough-Tony Black is the new Scottish noir king you need on your bookshelf." -Shortlist Magazine "An accomplished and impressive piece of tartan noir." -The List "Black's visceral prose makes this a superior offering in a crowded market." -Big Issue

After a murder by a homeless man, themost vulnerable people in the citybecome targets. Molly is recruited bythe police to help with street culture.Just how far will she get pulled intothe case as number of victims climbs?

A real world but real in a weird way. A destiny without the limits of common sense. A stranger will have to face this fate and define what is real in this world and what is just bizarre. Everything is too personal, everything is too difficult, everything is too little conditioned by a supreme hand of creation to become the hope of this stranger. He longs for those human powers that can face destiny. It becomes more and more obvious as this stranger reveals himself to others under the name of Lucian that these powers are in fact superhuman. Lucian will have to learn to wield these powers. It's his only chance to reconcile with his own destiny. His crises of stifled affection, his failed consolations, the sublimation of personal happiness, or the blind acceptance of his own sufferings will fulfill what was said at the beginning: a real world but real in a weird way.

The discovery of a dead banker sends shockwaves through the sleepy coastal town of Ayr. And it's up to DI Bob Valentine, recently back on the force after his near-fatal stabbing, to find the killer. But leads are hard to find and the pressure is on from an anxious Chief Superintendent who is being hounded by the media and still has serious concerns about her DI's mental health. And as it becomes clear that there's a serial killer on the loose, Bob Valentine must battle the demons of his post-traumatic stress, an investigation team that's leaking like a sieve and frightening visions that might just be the key to unlocking the mystery. Valentine is close to breaking point, but can he crack the case before he cracks up? Praise for Books by Tony Black: "Tony Black is my favourite British crime writer." -Irvine Welsh "If you're a fan of the Ian Rankins, Denise Minas and Irvine Welshes of this world, this is most certainly one for you." -The Scotsman "Black is one of those excellent perpetrators of Scottish noir: a compelling and convincing portrayer of raw emotions in a vicious milieu." -The Times "This up-and-coming crime writer isn't portraying the Edinburgh in the Visit Scotland tourism brochures." -The Sun "Taut, with a heart-wrenchingly honest protagonist and impressive literary style, it is among the best of the new Tartan Noir." -The Daily Mail "Irvine Welsh adores him, Ken Bruen can't praise him highly enough-Tony Black is the new Scottish noir king you need on your bookshelf." -Shortlist Magazine "An accomplished and impressive piece of tartan noir." -The List "Black's visceral prose makes this a superior offering in a crowded market." -Big Issue

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Demons, werewolves, and magical artifacts...what else could go wrong?Branwyn Brigid O'Connor firmly swears she is not a witch. So why is she being hunted by an ancient god-or is it a demon? After being shot multiple times, Bran is struggling, her emotional state is unraveling. Will she learn to control her magic in time to save herself, or will her usual fortitude fail her? When all is at stake, what's a girl to do?

"Metella" est un roman écrit par George Sand, une auteure française du XIXe siècle. Publié en 1840, ce roman explore les thèmes de l'amour, de la liberté individuelle et des contraintes sociales.L'histoire suit le personnage de Metella, une jeune femme issue de la bourgeoisie parisienne, qui aspire à une existence plus libre et moins conventionnelle que celle que lui impose la société de son époque. Le roman aborde les dilemmes de Metella face aux attentes sociales, à son désir d'émancipation et à ses relations amoureuses.George Sand, connue pour son engagement en faveur de l'émancipation des femmes et de la liberté individuelle, présente à travers "Metella" une réflexion sur les conventions sociales et les aspirations personnelles, tout en offrant un aperçu des défis auxquels les femmes étaient confrontées dans la société du XIXe siècle.

Les "Mémoires du Duc de Saint-Simon" sont une ¿uvre majeure et incontournable de la littérature française du XVIIIe siècle. Rédigés par Louis de Rouvroy, duc de Saint-Simon, ces mémoires représentent une source historique précieuse et un témoignage important sur la cour de France sous le règne de Louis XIV.Saint-Simon était un courtisan qui a minutieusement documenté les intrigues, les alliances, les rivalités et les événements à la cour du Roi-Soleil. Ces mémoires offrent un regard intime sur la vie à la cour et fournissent des informations détaillées sur les personnalités royales, les nobles et les événements politiques de l'époque. Son style narratif et ses descriptions colorées ont fait des "Mémoires" une ¿uvre littéraire à part entière.

Erik Hersebom est un jeune Norvégien doté d'une remarquable intelligence. Il y a cependant quelque chose qui cloche en lui : il n'a pas du tout les traits physiques caractéristiques des peuples scandinaves. Il a toute l'apparence d'un Celte. Le docteur Schwaryencrona le prend sous son aile et finit par découvrir qu'Erik a été adopté par une famille de pêcheurs norvégiens, après avoir été sauvé du naufrage du Cynthia alors qu'il n'avait que quelques mois. Une fois grand, avec l'aide du Docteur, Erik va chercher à élucider le mystère du naufrage du Cynthia pour retrouver une trace de ses origines. Cette quête le mènera à travers les glaces polaires jusqu'en Sibérie...

Plongez dans l'univers captivant de Preyburg, un thriller envoûtant qui vous tiendra en haleine de la première à la dernière page.Suivez Kylie, une jeune enquêtrice intrépide, lancée dans une quête terrifiante pour élucider les mystérieuses disparitions qui ensanglantent le périmètre de 50 km autour de Preyburg. Cette petite ville, autrefois paisible, cache des secrets obscurs et des ténèbres insondables. L'asile de Preyburg, autrefois symbole de soins psychiatriques, se révèle être le théâtre de sombres machinations, plongeant Kylie dans un tourbillon d'horreur et de mystère.Préparez-vous à une immersion totale dans une atmosphère oppressante où chaque coin de rue résonne de l'angoisse qui plane sur Preyburg. Kylie, déterminée à dévoiler la vérité, se retrouve confrontée à des forces sinistres, des disparitions inexplicables et des secrets enfouis depuis trop longtemps.Preyburg vous offre une expérience de lecture captivante, combinant suspense, mystère et une dose palpable d'horreur. Les pages de ce thriller vous transporteront au c¿ur d'une enquête palpitante, avec Kylie comme guide courageuse dans l'obscurité.Ne manquez pas le frisson de Preyburg - un roman impossible à lâcher, inspiré du jeu Outlast, et des ¿uvres de Stephen King, qui vous laissera haletant, en quête de réponses jusqu'à la toute fin. Embarquez pour une aventure qui redéfinit les limites du suspense et explore les recoins les plus sombres de l'âme humaine. Bienvenue à Preyburg, où les secrets se cachent derrière chaque ombre et où le danger guette à tout moment.

Dear God, Forgive Me, for I am About to Kill Again!When a hired assassin and ex-priest, is asked to kill the wife of his Russian gangster boss, he swears this will be his final job. Not only is he sick and tired of all the killing, but he's never before killed a woman. But what the killer doesn't realize is that his boss has something nefarious in store for him.A trap is being set that will get the assassin killed at worst or put in prison at best. From NY Times bestselling Thriller Award winner Vincent Zandri. "Sensational . . . masterful . . . brilliant."--New York Post "Gritty, fast-paced, lyrical and haunting."--Harlan Coben, New York Times bestselling author of Six Years

When an infamous cop killer escapes from an upstate New York Maximum Security prison with help from the inside, warden Jack "Keeper" Marconi personally leads the hunt to catch the fleeing con, not only to restore his reputation, but his own life. In 1997, Green Haven Prison went insane... They call him Keeper, but lately Jack Marconi has specialized in losing things. Just last year, he lost his wife in a mysterious traffic accident, and ever since, he's felt like he's losing his mind. As the warden of the maximum security Green Haven Prison, home to 2,500 of New York's most hardened criminals, Marconi can't afford to drop focus, even for an instant. But he's been slipping up on the job, and he's tormented by flashbacks to the Attica uprising. All of which makes him ripe for the role of patsy when a convicted cop killer named Eduardo Vasquez stages a daring breakout on his watch. From the start, Marconi suspects an inside job. What he doesn't suspect is that he'll become the target of a frame-up. Soon drugs are planted in Marconi's office, embarrassing photos are circulated, and he finds himself facing trumped-up charges of obstruction of justice. With his supervisors clearly setting him up to take the fall, Marconi hatches a desperate scheme to clear his name. Kidnapping the escaped killer's girlfriend, he arms himself with a .45 and takes off in pursuit of Vasquez--and the truth. Once sworn to uphold the law, Marconi will have to elude it if he wants to bring this conspiracy to light. Otherwise Keeper could lose everything: his job, his reputation--and even his life. What the critics are saying: "A hugely successful series...Vincent Zandri's The Guilty is a gripping combination of old-school hardboiled detective yarn and a '80s high-octane action movie. Immensely enjoyable."--Paul D. Brazill, Pulp Metal Magazine"Tough, stylish, heartbreaking." --Don Winslow, bestselling author of Savages"A riveting story..oh, what a story it is: grisly, surprising, and page-turningly suspenseful. A terrific old-schoolthriller." --Booklist (starred review)"Captures readers' attention from the opening scene...creates a story that... is hard to tear away from once a reader is hooked."--BookPage"Sensational...Masterful...Brilliant." --New York Post"The action never wanes." --Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel"Gritty, fast-paced, lyrical and haunting." --Harlan Coben, bestselling author of Six Years"Non-stop action." --I Love a Mystery

Enjoy this Small-Town Murder Mystery Featuring A Unique Sleuthing Couple It's an eventful October for Father Tom and Helen. It begins with the wedding of Father Tom's mother Nola to her fiance, former strip club owner Stu Landry. The two septuagenarian newlyweds have no sooner embarked on their honeymoon than Saint Clare's Parish plays host to the Cardinal Archbishop of Baltimore Walter Knowland, making his periodic visit. It should be a welcome homecoming for the Cardinal, who spent his high school years in Myerton. But there's a cloud hovering over the visit. A special state grand jury issued a report, documenting decades of sexual abuse in the Archdiocese. While the report makes clear that the Archdiocese under Cardinal Knowland has mended its ways, he's bearing the brunt of the criticism. He's also received death threats. With this in mind, Helen assigns her newest officer Gwen Tolson-who also happens to be the Cardinal's granddaughter-to his security detail. During a tour of the Unclaimed Blessings Thrift Store, a large urn falls from a loft, narrowly missing the Cardinal and injuring Gwen. That combined with the firebombing of the Archbishop's Residence in Baltimore convinces Helen that he's in danger. She begins to hunt for the person responsible. But then an elderly volunteer at the thrift store, Eliza Ross, is murdered. At first it looks like a robbery gone wrong. But it's soon clear to Helen that someone staged the scene to make it look like a robbery. This raises two questions: who'd want to kill her, and why? In the midst of all this, Gladys goes into labor early . . . and one of the triplets may not make it . . . The Cardinal's Clock is the fourteenth novel in the Mercy and Justice Mysteries, a contemporary small town mystery series. The series is a sequel to the Father Tom Mysteries that began with The Penitent Priest and includes the same cast of characters. It features Father Tom Greer, a Catholic Priest who is also an amateur sleuth in the tradition of Father Brown, and his wife Helen Greer, female Chief of Police and detective in the tradition of Kinsey Millhone.

There's a new radio DJ in Po'thole (pronounced Po Ho by the natives and Pothole by anyone north of the Florida-Georgia line) riling up the locals because of his accent and attitude. He's from further north of the South Carolina state line. He has colluded with the local chamber of commerce to have a turkey parade complete with an obstacle course. What could possibly go wrong?Parker Bell and the always sugar-and-caffeine infused Lady Gatorettes are feuding with the chamber, the radio station, the DJ, and anyone else who gets in their way, including the turkeys.Murder, mayhem, and mischief - what more could you ask for at Thanksgiving?

"Open the doors to the wonderful world of Waster-valley, where the magic of nature intertwines the destinies of men. This expansion takes you on an even deeper and more immersive journey, where the trajectory of Tomas L. Mawr, a nobleman haunted by a dark past, takes on a new dimension.Tomas, once known for his cruelty, embarks on a quest for redemption after a moment of epiphany when he observes the cycle of life in the golden autumn leaves. Driven by the need to correct his transgressions, he ventures on an odyssey that will lead him into the unknown, guided by the winds of change and his own determination.Your journey takes you to an ancient tree that rests in the heart of the forest, a place of power and mystery. Under the imposing canopy of this tree, Tomas confronts the shadows of his past and begs for forgiveness. When he finally finds relief, he resumes his journey, ready for a fresh start, but aware that many challenges and secrets still await.As Tomas moves between the natural and enchanted world of Waster-valley, he discovers deep secrets about his own nature and the magic that permeates those lands. To move towards his redemption, he will have to face trials that will test his resolve and make crucial choices between the forces of light and darkness.In this expanded account, you, the reader, are transported to a fantasy universe that unfolds before your eyes. Here, the magic of nature and human decisions intertwine in a complex web of shadows and hope. Follow this epic saga between two worlds, where the line between the real and the enchanted is thin, and where the destiny of Tomas L. Mawr is shaped by choices that echo in eternity."

They loved a good horror movie, that is until an outbreak caused them to live in one of their own.Things like this didn't happen in real life, or so Ivy thought. Her life may not have been alluring but at least she had a safe place to live. Fresh water to drink and food to eat. Now all of those things were gone.Ivy, along with her best friend, Emma, must learn to adapt, no matter the cost.Discovering other survivors during their journey, Ivy has learned that not everything is as it seems. Sometimes what you feared the most, isn't your biggest threat.What will they do to survive?

Will Shaw just wants a normal life. A former Army Ranger and ex-con, he's trying to leave his past and demons behind. But he can't escape what he is, and something inside of him wants to come out. Everyone has an animal spirit, but very few can call upon their primal power. Some are heroes, others monsters. They are Skinwalkers... Skinners.This brand new special edition includes:NEW Foreword by Jeff StrandNEW Introduction by Jesse D'AngeloNEW Art GalleryFirst look at the sequel BLACKBIRDS DANCE

The most ESSENTIAL stories of the Sherlock Holmes canon -- with new essays and illustrations!At last! The third of four volumes bringing together, in chronological order, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most important adventures of SHERLOCK HOLMES from a biographical point of view, augmented with insightful essays and striking illustrations.The stories featured in this third volume of The Essential Sherlock Holmes include three adventures united by Holmes's greatest antagonist, Professor James Moriarty:The Valley of Fear - arguably the first hard-boiled detective storyThe Final Problem - the last Sherlock Holmes adventureThe Empty House - the return of Sherlock HolmesEach of the above stories features a new introduction by Dan Andriacco, BSI, and includes at least one new essay:"The Pinnacle of My Career": The Dual Masterpieces of The Valley of Fear - Nick Martorelli, BSISherlock Holmes the Cryptanalyst - S. Brent MorrisWith a Little Help From...? Holmes's Helpers After the Duel at the Falls - Brigitte Latella, BSI"Killed Holmes." What Was He Thinking? - Kathleen KaskaMoriarty - Steven T. Doyle, BSIA Study in Combat - Derrick BelangerThe Empty Heart Restored - John C. SherwoodEach story also includes new artwork from Brian Belanger!

In a future Brittany, Elin and Talla, the main characters, take parallel pilgrimages from the extreme west to their destination, Mont St. Michel. For both of them, it is a growing experience.Talla leaves her town after her grandmother's tragic death to find her aunt she has never met. The town's people don't trust her and think she has run off with her grandmother's inheritance that doesn't just belong to her. This inheritance is plastic bags which in this time are valuable treasures. Two young cousins follow her. Talla is alone and afraid until she meets up with Fen and his young sister Darling, both walking east. Fen has a treasure, too, books that belonged to his father. The three decide to continue their journey together, although Darling, at first, is suspicious of Talla. The walk is long and sometimes dangerous. Fen is separated from the two girls for several days, and Talla and Darling must learn to get along and work together to survive. They manage but are happy when Fen finds them again. Continuing their journey, they avoid other people when possible. Unfortunately, Talla's cousins are still following her. The trio follows the northern boundary of Brittany, staying fairly close to the coast. They meet Lance and are introduced to the Arthurian legend. Later, they help a grumpy man living alone who offers Darling a dog. Darling is ecstatic, but Fen is reticent. Just before arriving at Michelmont, tragedy spoils the end of their journey. Talla finds the aunt she was hoping to find at Miklemont.Elin leaves her home, also, after a tragedy. The man she was to marry died suddenly and her life seemed to be over. She first stops on her way east to visit an old friend, Rozenn, who is pregnant and waiting for her husband to return. Elin stays with her friend until the baby is born and the husband returns. Her visit over, Elin sets off for Miklemont (Mont St. Michel), and a new life begins for her. She becomes a companion to an invalid woman who teaches her herbal medicine. Later, as she wanders in the fields around Miklemont, she meets Leyla. Mona and Leyla were once friends but became rivals. Elin learns from both of them and in time she discovers the reason for their disaccord. They were in love with the same man. As the years pass, Elin finds her place in the workings of the Mont. She meets Jon. He becomes a perfect friend and something more, although she has difficulty forgetting her long-lost love. When Talla arrives, they are reunited - Elin is Talla's aunt. Talla has found family, and Elin has the chance to find in Talla a renewal with her family she left on bad terms so long ago.

Jennifer and her family are starting their new life in a small village in Brittany. The views are stunning, the locals are mostly friendly, and the bread is amazing. But life in France still has its perils . . .It's their first family Christmas in the village of Louennec and Jennifer decides to throw a Christmas party for some of the other expats. The wine is flowing and her new friend Pippa's homemade biscuits are going down a treat. But before they can get started organising this year's Christmas panto, they realise estate agent Adam is missing . . .They are horrified to find him sprawled face down in the fish pond.Adam's death shakes the whole community. All the Brits in the area bought their houses from him. Who would want to hurt him?The French police are making slow progress. So Jennifer and Pippa start doing some digging. But can they solve the mystery before the killer strikes again?

Trouble in the Dales. A brutal gang of poachers. When one of the unsavories is killed, can a DCI stop a river of revenge from overflowing with blood?Detective Harry Grimm is reaching another milestone in the Dales. As he completes the purchase of his new house, his plans for moving in are disrupted when a trespasser falls into a grisly calculated trap and bleeds out.Tracking back to a recent violent confrontation in a local pub, Grimm and his team assemble a long list of suspects. But when a principal lead disappears in a potentially murderous payback, he fears it's the start of an all-out slaughter across his idyllic countryside.Can he halt a killer stalking human prey before the butchery destroys his beloved land?Fair Game is the electrifying eleventh book in the DCI Harry Grimm Crime Thrillers series. If you like steadfast cops, chilling clues, and gruesome puzzles, then you'll love David J. Gatward's suspenseful hunt.Buy Fair Game to evade the snare of death today!Perfect for fans of L. J. Ross, J. D. Kirk, Adam Croft, Simon McCleave, Alex Smith, J. M. Dalgliesh, J. E. Mayhew, and J. R. Ellis.