"A unique crime writer whose fictional world was brutal, realistic and harrowing in the extreme."-Guardian In the three police procedurals that comprise the Factory Series, Derek Raymond has created a narrator who threatens to become a cult figure while preserving his anonymity. A loner and cynic, undervalued and underpaid, our hero is a nameless detective sergeant in the Department of Unexplained Deaths, a catch-all unit that investigates low-life crimes and is shunned by the blokes in the Serious Crimes Division of the Metropolitan Police. But our narrator, working out of the Factory, named by the villains because it has a bad reputation for doing suspects over in the interrogation rooms, is fired by a real feeling for justice. He believes that an alcoholic, found obscenely battered to death in a seedy, down-and-out part of London, deserves as much official attention as, say, a dead politician. This "nobody" becomes a somebody-a kindred spirit who left behind a strange legacy. Our cop becomes obsessed by the case. But even he could not have imagined how vicious, evil, and perversely attractive his opponent will turn out to be.
Auguste Lupa, reputed son of Sherlock Holmes, the greatest detective of all time-and possessor of a brilliant deductive mind in his own right-is summoned to the court of the Czar. There, with a bit of assistance from none other than Holmes and Watson, he untangles a chilling plot that holds the Winter Palace in a lethal grip…Don't miss this historical mystery from the New York Times bestselling author of the Dismas Hardy series."It was good to have Holmes and Watson drop in on the action...There's a lot of Sherlock in his son."-Abilene Reporter-News"The perfect vehicle for mystery fans who relish a good detective story." -Macon Telegraph and NewsPraise for John Lescroart's Dismas Hardy novels"Today's best legal thriller series."-Lee Child"Grisham and Turow remain the two best-known writers in the genre. There is, however, a third novelist at work today who deserves to be considered alongside Turow and Grisham. His name is John Lescroart."-Chicago Sun-Times"Lescroart's books are high entertainment, with accurate legal and police procedures leading the action."-Sacramento Bee"A gifted writer….I read him with great pleasure."-Richard North Patterson"Blistering courtroom sequences.…the undisputed king of the legal thriller."-Providence Sunday Journal"Unfolds like a classic Law & Order."-Entertainment Weekly John Lescroart is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous legal thrillers and mysteries, most of them set in contemporary San Francisco. Among his novels are The Fall, The Keeper, The Ophelia Cut, The Hunt Club, The Second Chair, The First Law, Nothing But the Truth, and Dead Irish, as well as two novels featuring Auguste Lupa, the reputed son of Sherlock Holmes.
The year is 2006. Russia and its billionaires promise riches and an auspicious future, for many the country has become the land of the rising sun, not least for German media czars and politicians.You live and learn, Jack Boulder realizes, but to which purpose? What doesn't kill us makes us stronger, and: The lie is a condition of life (both quotations by Friedrich Nietzsche; and Boulder will find answers to both).From Basel to the Mediterranean, from Berlin to Istanbul and beyond."One never really knows where a story has its beginning or when it's over and done with. This one was simple. It started on a Saturday."It tries to answer questions such as: Why is a Russian oligarch interested in re-inventing the Berlin-Baghdad railroad of the late 19th century? Why is a leading German media entrepreneur and former East-German journalist deeply interested in the same topic? Is it dangerous to go long-distance biking in Turkey? Question after question.It begins with an accident in Greece, follows man-hunts along dusty railroad tracks in the Middle East, and finally ends with a furniture truck in Switzerland.
Wir schreiben das Jahr 2006. Russland und seine Milliardäre versprechen Reichtum und eine verheißungsvolle Zukunft, für viele ist es das Land der aufgehenden Sonne, nicht zuletzt für deutsche Medienzaren und Politiker. Eine weitere Geschichte mit Jack Boulder. Sie versucht, solche Fragen zu beantworten wie: Warum ist ein russischer Oligarch daran interessiert, die Berlin-Bagdad-Eisenbahn des späten 19. Jahrhunderts neu zu beleben? Warum interessiert sich ein führender deutscher Medienunternehmer und ehemaliger ostdeutscher Journalist so sehr für dasselbe Thema? Ist es gefährlich, in der Türkei Langstrecken-Radtouren zu machen? Fragen über Fragen. Die Geschichte beginnt mit einem Unfall in Griechenland, gefolgt von einer Menschenjagd entlang staubiger Bahngleise im Nahen Osten und endet mit einem Möbelwagen in der Schweiz.Kurzweilig zu lesen, so aktuell wie die Tageszeitung, mit viel Sachverstand und Intelligenz zu Papier gebracht, gekonnt und unterhaltsam.
A bloody, botched bank robbery leaves Tom, Logan and the other survivors of Marlon Lee's gang running for their lives from legendary bounty hunter Cross.Desperate to escape him, they cut far north into a remote, snowbound territory and find survivors of a wagon train attacked by an Indian war party. Tom's Comanche friend Billy warns them the area is known to Indians as the home of a fierce, but little seen tribe, that hunt everything at this time of year, including men. The group push on north regardless, more afraid of Cross than of Billy's superstitions. The snows come and the wagon train is attacked that night by an unseen tribe. The group journey on, hoping to escape the tribe's hunting grounds before nightfall. They prepare to defend the camp that night, but are ambushed during a snowstorm. Tom and Marlon witness one of their group being killed by a figure more beast than man. The next day Cross offers a temporary truce and leads them to a cavalry outpost in a nearby forest. But the fort is abandoned and bears the bloody marks of a terrible battle. Cross finds the commanding officer's diary and reads of how the soldiers tried to repel a savage tribe of creatures that hunt at night. As darkness falls, Tom, Cross and the other survivors prepare to make a final stand.
An organized shoplifting ring, a missing teen, and murdered cop...welcome to the LAPDAs Josie Price steps into the high-stakes world of the LAPD, she discovers the badge isn't just about chasing criminals; it's about navigating the intricate web of personalities-each with their own moral compasses. When a teenage girl becomes entangled in a web of blackmail spun by an organized shoplifting ringleader, Josie's ethics are put to the test.A police officer's murder during a heist escalates the intense search for the shoplifting crew and their leader. When the teenage girl goes missing, a chilling revelation ignites a killing spree, and the clock ticks mercilessly as Josie races to locate the teen before she becomes the next victim.In this gripping police procedural, Josie Price must tread carefully through the murky waters of her colleagues' varied ideals while facing her own demons in trying to rescue the girl and halt her chilling descent into darkness.Authentic Crime...Arresting Stories told by an award-winning retired LAPD officer.
At first, winning the lottery felt like a chance for a brand-new life. But hidden underneath, there's a scary secret Lynn Miller hasn't told anyone.As the weight of this secret grows, trust issues and fear take over, making the happy life Lynn builds feel darker. In her fancy mansion, every corner seems to hide a possible danger.Caught between right and wrong, Lynn struggles with a truth scarier than any lie. Danger feels everywhere, and she needs help. Doubting every motive, even her own, Lottery of Lies unfolds into a scary mix of greed, betrayal, and personal struggles.Get ready for a surprising twist that makes you wonder how far someone will go to secure their fortune.To follow the storyline, reading Lottery of Secrets first is highly recommended.
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René Doumic (1860-1937) était un critique littéraire français, mais il est surtout connu pour ses ¿uvres sur d'autres sujets littéraires et pour son rôle en tant que secrétaire perpétuel de l'Académie française.Invité par la Someté des Conférences a occuper, cette année, la chaire libre qüelle a créée, j¿ai donné dix conférences sur George Sand.C¿est le texte de ces conférences qüon trouvera ici. Ce livre ne prétend donc pas être une étude exhaustive sur George Sand, c'est une série de chapitres envisageant divers aspects de sa vie et de son ¿uvre. Je n¿aurais pas perdu ma peine, si la lecture de ces pages inspire à quelqüun des historiens de notre littérature le désir de consacrer à la grande romancière à son manque...
Ulm 1889: Zwei Morde innerhalb kürzester Zeit halten die Stadt in Atem. Das Grauen scheint aus dem kleinen Fluss Blau zu kommen. Gendarm Böckel ermittelt und stößt dabei auf eine alte Legende: den GaugaMa. Kann ein Wassergeist wirklich der Mörder sein, oder spielt man den Ulmerinnen und Ulmern einen grausamen Streich?Ein historischer Ulm-Krimi, inspiriert von der GaugaMa-Sage.
Wer wünscht sich nicht, im Bus zu sitzen und einfach nur den Gedanken anderer zu lauschen? All den Hoffnungen, Begierden, Ängsten und Sorgen?Seit frühester Kindheit lebt Rebecca MacArcher bei ihrem Großvater in den USA. Becca, wie sie nur genannt wird, ist besonders, denn sie nimmt die Gedanken anderer wahr. Zunächst eine Last, weiß sie es bald für sich zu nutzen. Genau diese Fähigkeit rückt sie ins Fadenkreuz einer Sonderabteilung der CIA. Ohne zu wissen, worauf sie sich einlässt, begibt Becca sich in deren Netz. Zwangsläufig wird sie dabei mit der eigenen Geschichte und den Geheimnissen ihrer Familie konfrontiert. Unter dem Einfluss uralter Mächte erblickte sie das Licht der Welt, doch nicht als Einzige. Ihr Zwillingsbruder, von allen verheimlicht, ist schon auf der Suche nach ihr.Eine fesselnde Geschichte über Magie, Traditionen und eine erstaunliche Gabe, die sich vielleicht jeder schon einmal gewünscht hat. Denn nicht alle Menschen haben lautere Absichten ...
What would you do if every match you made ended in murder? Meet your new favorite sleuth investigator, Penny! Middle-aged, married, and quite the matchmaker, Penny has called the cozy town of Walnut Mountain "home" her entire life. But this quiet, Christian corner of Vermont soon gets turned upside down when one of Penny's latest love matches ends in murder! The Matchmaker Murders, Season One, includes three wonderfully witty cozy mysteries you won't want to put down: Death at the Double DateMurder at the MoviesPoisoned at the PicnicIf you enjoy light-hearted cozy mysteries with lovable characters, surprising killers, and clean language, then Catherine Gibson's addictive new series will keep you turning the pages to find out whodunit!
Ex-DCI Luke Sackville is asked to investigate celebrity parties by a whistleblower at GNE, a global news and entertainment company. Two of his Ethics Team go undercover and piece together a frightening picture of depravity and wickedness.Luke is shocked to discover that celebrities are using their fame to exploit and abuse fans. He takes the evidence to GNE's executive management but they refuse to take action.Little does he know that what they have uncovered is only the tip of the iceberg. A serial killer is taking advantage of the culture of secrecy and no one is safe.Fog of Silence is the third gripping instalment in the Luke Sackville crime series. If you like a team you can root for, you'll love this page-turner. Perfect for fans of JD Kirk, LJ Ross, JM Dalgleish, David J Gatward and Alex Smith.
Canceled AnonymousAn epidemic swept through Hampton Cove, and even though I wasn't one of those infected, it still filled me with dread, since several of our nearest and dearest were amongst those taking a hit. The name of the disease was cancelation, and the symptoms were being fired from one's job, banned from one's social circles and generally being turned into an outcast. The victims were many, and the solution hard to come by, especially when our very own human Chase was suspended. Tough to investigate a crime when you're the victim!I have to admit at first I was a little hesitant to take this whole business seriously, but when Kingman was canceled, and then Shanille, cat choir's conductor, and eventually the entire cat choir, it became obvious that if we didn't take a stand, our entire way of life would be a thing of the past. But who was behind this pernicious campaign, and what could possibly be its objective? Suffice it to say we had our work cut out for us!
In a thrilling tale of international intrigue, follow the incredible journey of a married couple as they navigate the shadows of the UK, UAE and the United States. As government agents, they find themselves at the forefront of the battle against crime and organized criminal enterprises. Tasked with the monumental objective of recovering stolen treasures, that hold the key to unmasking a web of corruption. However, Their mission also becomes a personal test for their once-unbreakable bond. Will this extraordinary couple succeed in their mission, or will the weight of their secrets and the allure of the unknown push them down a treacherous path? Uncover a thrilling world of suspense, strategy and redemption where loyalty and betrayal become a thin line.
The lives of three teenage girls, Gal, Jane, and Sue, take a terrifying turn when they are lured into the clutches of a malevolent witch, Ms. Hassan. The witch tasks them with retrieving three powerful amulets spread across different dimensions in exchange for their deepest desires. As the girls navigate through haunted mansions, deserted islands infested with zombies, and eerie cornfields haunted by sinister entities, they must confront their fears and work together to overcome the challenges thrown their way. Along the journey, they encounter unexpected allies and unearth dark secrets about Ms. Hassan's evil family. With sacrifices made and alliances tested, the girls ultimately face off against Ms. Hassan in a final showdown to prevent her from gaining ultimate power. As the dust settles and life returns to normal, Gal, Jane, and their newfound ally Jacob embark on a new adventure together, ready to explore the supernatural world and hunt down witches.
Proiettili, bombe e caos! Bob Burke è tornato per il numero 4! Questa volta si scontra con la mafia russa e con lo "Zar" in persona al Cremlino! 4,6 stelle su 625 recensioni US Amazon! Grande lettura!Quando la mafia russa di Brighton Beach ruba il contratto per il software dell'esercito della sua azienda, fa esplodere l'edificio dei suoi uffici a Chicago e attacca la foresta di Sherwood, è troppo!Dopo gli scontri con i terroristi dell'ISIS, le famiglie mafiose Genovese e Lucchese di New York in un casinò di Atlantic City e una sparatoria con la mafia DiGrigoria di Chicago in un bosco della Forest Preserve, tutto ciò che questo ex cecchino dell'esercito, Ranger e comandante della Delta Force desiderava era tornare alla sua fattoria in North Carolina, rilassarsi e godersi la vita. Ma questo può aspettare. È tempo di smantellare la loro operazione a Brooklyn, di prendere i loro "soldi per il pranzo", di spaccare qualche culo e di fare una visita a domicilio al loro capo nella sua Dacha a Mosca.Con l'aiuto dei Merry Men, di un colonnello dell'esercito russo, di Sasha il russo pazzo, di fucili da cecchino, naturalmente, e di un sacco di esplosivo al plastico, il gioco è iniziato! Come Burke's War, Burke's Gamble, Burke's Revenge, Burke's Samovar, il nuovo Burke's Mandarin e l'imminente Burke's Rescue, l'azione è senza sosta! È arrivato il momento di vendicarsi e di assaporare il gusto della vendetta. Sottodimensionato, sottovalutato e ora dirigente di una compagnia di telecomunicazioni, viene spesso liquidato semplicemente come il "ragazzo dei telefoni", ma come attesteranno i suoi ex sergenti Delta, sia che porti con sé un fucile di precisione Barrett calibro .50, un coltello tattico o semplicemente a mani nude, è una delle macchine per uccidere più letali che il governo degli Stati Uniti abbia mai prodotto. Se siete alla ricerca di un buon libro da spiaggia o di qualcosa con cui accoccolarvi davanti al fuoco, questo thriller cospirativo dal ritmo incalzante è stato scritto dall'autore di Burke's War, Burke's Gamble, Burke's Revenge, Burke's Samovar, Burke's Mandarin, Burke's Rescue e il nuovo Burke's Machete. Potrebbero piacervi anche The Undertaker, Amongst My Enemies, Thursday at Noon, Winner Lose All e Aim True, My Brother. Insieme, questi libri hanno oltre 2.00 recensioni a 5 stelle su US Kindle. Buon divertimento!
A ruthless, sixteenth-century pedophile monk is granted immortality by a mysterious robed sect secluded in the highlands of Guatemala. He carves a tortuous, secretive path forward in time until he is discovered by a troubled airline pilot suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. Pilot and priest engage in a holy war only to discover that both share a painful, common past. The winner in this epoch battle carries the fate of humanity in his palms. Victory or defeat may well rest in the secrets and power of a single robe.
When Earth becomes the focal point of an alien invasion, nothing goes according to plan. The puzzle starts with alien signals picked up by the SETI Center in Phoenix, Arizona, which seem linked to symbols of an ancient terrestrial civilization lost millennia ago. Sofia Gomez, a daring scientist, and FBI agent Ganesh, a brilliant mind, find themselves in a race against time to solve this mystery. Their quest leads them to search for the mysteriously vanished Professor Hostenger, who disappeared after receiving an ancient artifact. Meanwhile, a circle of ambitious oligarchs, led by a doctor with dark intentions, seeks to make a deal with the distant invaders.Billions of light-years away, in the Xyrthion-7 galaxy, the Arkezorians live under the sway of the Alpha-4 orbital matrix, an artificial intelligence of incredible power. Zeraxx, the young heir to the planet Valtroxia, is torn between his loyalty to the matricial regime and his childhood friendship with a rebel leader. As rebellions flare up, family plots are hatched to remove Zeraxx from power. His mission will take him through vortexes to the distant planet Earth, unveiling sinister intentions.What is the true power of the cursed Arkezorian artifact, and how did it end up on Earth? Why is Professor Hostenger a prisoner on a remote space station? And what role will his mysterious dimensional double play in the fate of humanity?"Arkezoria - The Interstellar Conquest" is a gripping journey into the heart of a galaxy where space epic meets human subtlety. In this ballet of grandiose space battles and astounding advanced technologies, discover political intrigues interwoven with family conflicts and detective mysteries. Each character, memorable and complex, will take you from surprise to surprise, swinging between attachment and antipathy, but never leaving you indifferent. Follow our heroes through exotic worlds and familiar terrestrial realms, where each revelation leads to mysteries more captivating than the last.
Thieves Like Us, first published in 1937, is a Depression-era noir novel centering on three small-time criminals, who escape from jail and begin a spree of Texas bank-robbing. The youngest of the three, Bowie, falls in love with the cousin of one of the older criminals, and a romance develops but is doomed to fail in the face of the relentless manhunt by the authorities. Thieves Like Us was adapted for the screen by Nicholas Ray in 1948 as They Live by Night and in 1973 by Robert Altman under its original title.
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