Krimi & Thriller

Alan Garrett comes home to California after a twenty-year career as an Air Force Special Investigator. He sets up shop in Manhattan Beach as a newly-licensed Private Eye. He receives an invitation, and decides to attend his high school twenty-year reunion -- even though he remembers almost none of his fellow graduates. "Might be a blast" he thinks -- renew old friendships, have a few laughs, exchange some war stories, might even be good for business, " I'll pass out some business cards . . . drum up some business." . Little does Alan know that this night will materialize into his first major case. He has stumbled upon an evil which has grown in scope to affect scores, even hundreds of unwitting victims, and left a trail of blood, starting with a pool at his very feet on this reunion evening.

It is impossible to envision a gadget free world today. Our dependence and inclination towards electronic media and its various applications is undeniably inevitable. It is more of a solo world with lessened human interaction and often it is difficult to ascertain whether it is evolution or involution of human race. Who will control our mind and the future?Are you ready to dive into the adventure of a new, undiscovered world with a thrilling sequence of space travel involving social media and mobile apps saving our future?

This is the story of my family and their struggles through a very tough time during WWII and their strength, faith in God, and tenacity during a very dark period in history--a story of a family finding strength and courage to carry on when all was dark. It begins with the birth of my dad and carrying on to the time of new beginnings for my family in America. Enjoy a tale of time.

John Burns has made his mark on the political scene...so much so that he is being groomed for mayor. Things could not be better. His wife is beautiful and doting, his young daughter adores him. He has managed to keep the secrets of his past just that...a secret that only he knows about...until his convict brother escapes from prison...he kidnaps his wife and daughter...John is then forced to confront the dark echoes of his past in order to safe his family and career.

Mitte des 23. Jahrhunderts hat sich die Menschheit über die Grenzen der Erde hinaus entwickelt. Viele Planeten und Monde des Sonnensystems sind besiedelt, wenn auch oft nur von kleinen Bergbaukolonien oder Industrieanlagen. Bis weit hinein in die Oortsche Wolke sind Außenposten bereits vorgedrungen. In der Kälte des Weltalls sind die Menschen auf sich allein gestellt. Wer verunglückt, kann nur auf die Rettungsschiffe der SNR hoffen. Wie die Gutabara, die seit Jahrzehnten ihre Bahnen am äußersten Rand des Sonnensystems zieht. Im Tiefschlaf wartet die Crew des Search and Rescue Kreuzers darauf, jene zu retten, die hoffnungslos havarieren. Doch was, wenn ein Hilferuf die Gutabara und ihre Crew selbst in tödliche Bedrängnis bringt?

In this gripping stand-alone literary thriller set in the world of the award-winning post-apocalyptic novel Moon of the Crusted Snow, a scouting party led by Evan Whitesky ventures into unknown and dangerous territory to find a new home for their close-knit Northern Ontario Indigenous community more than a decade after a world-ending blackout.For the past twelve years, a community of Anishinaabe people have made the Northern Ontario bush their home in the wake of the power failure that brought about societal collapse. Since then they have survived and thrived the way their ancestors once did, but their natural food resources are dwindling, and the time has come to find a new home.Evan Whitesky volunteers to lead a mission south to explore the possibility of moving back to their original homeland, the "land where the birch trees grow by the big water" in the Great Lakes region. Accompanied by five others, including his daughter Nangohns, an expert archer, Evan begins a journey that will take him to where the Anishinaabe were once settled, near the devastated city of Gibson, a land now being reclaimed by nature.But it isn't just the wilderness that poses a threat: they encounter other survivors. Those who, like the Anishinaabe, live in harmony with the land, and those who use violence.

In the sixth novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series, coyote shifter Mercy Thompson and Alpha werewolf Adam finally reach the alter. But when they make the Columbia River their honeymoon destination, their newlywed bliss turns into a fight for survival... Being a different breed of shapeshifter-a walker-Mercy can see ghosts, but the spirit of her long-gone father has never visited her. Until now. An evil is stirring in the depths of the Columbia River-and innocent people are dying. As other walkers make their presence known to Mercy, she must reconnect with her heritage to exorcise the world of the legend known as the river devil.

Madeline Black is an Agent of death, meaning she escorts the souls of people who have died to the afterlife. Of course, not everyone is happy to see her... If obstinate dead people were all that Maddy had to worry about, life would be much easier. But the best-laid plans of Agents and fallen angels often go awry. Deaths are occurring contrary to the natural order, Maddy's being stalked by foes inside and outside of her family, and her two loves-her bodyguard, Gabriel, and her doughnut-loving gargoyle, Beezle-have disappeared. But because Maddy is Lucifer's granddaughter, things are expected of her, things like delicate diplomatic missions to other realms.

Valerie Wilson Wesley's Tamara Hayle mystery series featuring Newark, New Jersey's number one private investigator are loved for their smart, sexy protagonist who "has a way with a wisecrack that is positively lethal” (Washington Post). Now in Dying in the Dark, Hayle is entrenched in a sinister investigation that will demand her best detective work yet.Tamara Hayle's past has come back to haunt her-literally. She's been plagued by terrifying dreams about Celia Jones, an old friend whose walk on the wild side led her to a horrible death. Celia's teenage son, Cecil, begs Tamara to find his mother's killer . . . only to end up dead himself, stabbed through the heart.The search for Celia and her son's killer pulls Tamara deep into her friend's troubled love life, where everyone adored her but somebody held a murderous grudge. There's her bullying thug of an ex-husband; a handsome ex-lover who woos Tamara with charm and lies; and an angry, jealous woman who claims that Celia broke her heart. And those were just the obvious people with axes to grind.Despite her better judgment and the admonitions of the police department, Tamara refuses to back away from the mystery surrounding her old friend's death and the tragedy that met her son. All clues lead to the past Tamara shared with Celia Jones, and Tamara fears that that past will threaten her own son. But she uncovers more than she bargained for-and unearths secrets someone would kill to keep in the shadows.

In Sleeping Beauty, Lew Archer finds himself the confidant of a wealthy, violent family with a load of trouble on their hands--including an oil spill, a missing girl, a lethal dose of Nembutal, a six-figure ransom, and a stranger afloat, face down, off a private beach. Here is Ross Macdonald's masterful tale of buried memories, the consequences of arrogance, and the anguished relations between parents and their children. Riveting, gritty, tautly written, Sleeping Beauty is crime fiction at its best.If any writer can be said to have inherited the mantle of Dashiell Hammett and Raymond Chandler, it is Ross Macdonald. Between the late 1940s and his death in 1983, he gave the American crime novel a psychological depth and moral complexity that his pre-decessors had only hinted at. And in the character of Lew Archer, Macdonald redefined the private eye as a roving conscience who walks the treacherous frontier between criminal guilt and human sin.

Kent Young drives to a remote community to visit old friends.He gets caught in a stream of events that has him fighting for his life and facing up to the legendary water spirit, the taniwha.And Raquel says he got old.

Logan is knocked unconscious outside his dorm room. When he awakens he finds himself in a dungeon, strapped to a chair and having the father of his pregnant teenage girlfriend in front of him with numerous torture devices. The angry father brings his girlfriend into the room and plans to torture or kill them both..but neither the father nor the girlfriend know that the young man is a werewolf. Logan must quickly find a way to escape the dungeon before the full moon hits, forcing his transformation which would lead to both the father and his girlfriend's deaths.

The adventure continues as Lake races to recover what some call "the power of the universe"--The Crown. A mysterious, alien-made gauntlet that bonds to the flesh and seemingly grants every desire to cross the mind of the wearer.Recently having fallen into the wrong hands, the universe is in grave danger and the Galactic Military is on a mission to prevent the plans that organized crime lord--Mr. Victor, has in store.Along for the ride to the frozen planet Hail, Lake and her friends attempt not to step on anyone's toes as they prepare for their own agenda. However they have no such luck when it turns out a pompous double-agent, spy is out to stand in her way at every turn. Lake may have more difficulty than she'd thought in reclaiming what she believes is rightfully meant for her. Of course it only makes matters worse when she declares herself the sworn nemesis of the spy who turns out to be half Azorian...With every new revelation, Lake begins to question and even doubt herself, helped along by the unabashed opinions of her friends who believe she should give up the Crown for her own good. Do they really have her best interests at heart, can she trust them? And is it even worth it? Lake makes a discovery that may very well lead her to reconsider how she feels about her allies when she is addressed by another...Is Lake the hero the universe is going to need? Can the Crown fix all her problems? Will she fall to her inner struggle of accepting who she is? Or is it all a cleverly designed distraction to keep from facing the real demon that's been plaguing her mind--HIM.The path to self-discovery has never been more emotional...more physical...more PAINFUL.

After watching a fistfight between a princess and the top courtesan in Venice, the king of France used trade negotiations to ensure the courtesan, Tessa, went back to France with him. Here, she had to navigate her way through the politics of the royal court. The king took her as a mistress. The queen had bigger plans for the young woman. She needed a woman with fighting skills to fight her female enemies in duels to the death. Tessa was soon caught up in a dangerous game. The only way to survive was to continue killing the queen's female enemies in brutal fights to the death. A mysterious woman in the woods watched these fights. She also had plans for Tessa.

The Intergalactic Alliance Empire, aiming to assert dominance over all beings in the universe, creates the most powerful assassin in history named Greylon Darwin. Possessing the unique ability to annihilate opposing forces, Greylon successfully executes various missions across many galaxies, including the destruction of demons, monsters, and even entire civilizations. He earns the title of the God of Death after defeating the Supreme Shinigami in the Underworld. However, one day, he decides to leave the Alliance and start a new life as an ordinary person.The Alliance is unwilling to let him go, but in an effort to avoid conflict, they agree to release Greylon after his one last mission. The Empire provides him with his own planet for a peaceful existence alone and signs a non-aggression treaty with him. However, several years later, due to their own carelessness, the Alliance violates this treaty, thereby unleashing its own creation against itself.Now, the God of Death intends to seek revenge and destroy those who once created him.

Embark on a heart-pounding odyssey across interconnected realms in "Whispers of Discord, Songs of Harmony: The Nexus Project Saga Begins!"Are you ready to: Journey with Rachel, the Mystic Seeker, as she unites diverse worlds against a cosmic threat? Explore breathtaking landscapes, from vibrant crystal cities to forgotten ruins teeming with ancient secrets? Unravel the mysteries of the Devourer, a chilling entity of pure entropy seeking to consume all existence? Witness the power of unity as individuals from across the realms overcome prejudice and fear to forge a brighter future?"Whispers of Discord, Songs of Harmony" is more than just a fantasy adventure. It's a call to action, reminding us that even in the face of overwhelming darkness, hope and collaboration can prevail. Here's what sets this book apart: Compelling characters: A diverse cast with unique personalities, motivations, and struggles draws you into their world. Fast-paced action: Prepare for thrilling battles, daring escapes, and mind-bending discoveries. Thought-provoking themes: Explore the power of unity, empathy, and understanding in overcoming fear and prejudice. A universe ripe for exploration: The "Nexus Project Saga" is just the beginning. Endless possibilities await in future installments.Don't miss out on this epic adventure! "Whispers of Discord, Songs of Harmony" is perfect for fans of: Brandon Sanderson's intricate worldbuilding and epic battles Ursula K. Le Guin's exploration of diverse cultures and societal themes N.K. Jemisin's powerful characters and thought-provoking narrativesStart your journey today and discover the power within yourself and others to create a more harmonious world!

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Being a rockstar comes with a dash of glitz and the occasional fistful of glamour, but Marisa McLaughlin's first meeting with a true fan girl wasn't anything like she would've expected as the fan offers to murder Marisa's cheating husband.

Texas. Two years ago Ruby Portwood had never even left her home state of Georgia - and now here she was, over a thousand miles away in an unfamiliar state, in a town she didn't' know, and about to meet a man she had only ever corresponded with by letter.Her gut twisted as her eyes flickered across the dingy strain station. It was like something was trying to claw its way out of her insides, sharp claws slicing at her stomach. Swallowing, Ruby tried to the uneasiness rising inside of her. She had to find her husband-to-be; all she had was a grainy photograph of a tall man with dark hair and sharp cheekbones. Ruby dug around in her pockets, searching for that tiny piece of paper. Her pockets were empty. Her heart sank.The train station, dark and grimy, quickly emptied as the other passengers disembarked. Soon enough she was one of only a handful of people still waiting, their bored faces blending into each other as Ruby scrutinised. They all looked the same, each face identical and forgettable. Her fiance, Derek, was nowhere to be found.He had died in a tragic accident.And now there was someone to take his place...

Ruth is a young woman that is recovering from an exorcism. She has little memory of being possessed and finds herself in a support group with other victims. One is a young woman who has came from a Christian family where he father performed exorcisms in the Phillipines. The other members are a former porn star and a woman who is obsessed with the occult. The leader of the group is a seeming well-meaning young woman who tries to protect the girls from a mysterious older woman whom all the girls see both in their dreams and on the streets..stalking them from afar...

Lottie does not know what she is doing in a morgue or how she got there. One moment she was on a missionary trip and the next she's waking up finding herself a member of the undead. She has a whole period of time that cannot remember as she tries desperately to stave off her irrational thirst for blood. Armed with only a stake and a cross, she begins piecing back the last few days of her life, hell-bent on slaying the twisted vampires that made her this way.

Surrexit de Caelo es una novela de ciencia ficción que te sumerge en un mundo alternativo lleno de misterio y suspense. La historia se desarrolla en un escenario donde la realidad tal como la conocemos ha sido alterada y los nazis han conquistado gran parte del planeta gracias a supuestos ángeles caidos del cielo. La trama sigue a una serie de personajes que luchan por sobrevivir en este mundo distópico. Entre ellos se encuentra Armandek, un hombre que despierta en un laboratorio sin recuerdos de su pasado. A lo largo de la historia se enfrentará a desafíos y momentos inesperados, mientras intenta descubrir la verdad sobre su identidad y su mundo.

Livy is a prostitute on the run from the vicious Madam Brandy. Seeking an escape, Livy impersonates a dying friend who is the mail order bride for Gabriel, an Amish rancher. Livy enters the lifestyle and community with disdain but both the rancher and the religion grow on her over time. Then the Madam and a henchman track her down. Will Livy be honest about her past as Gabriel fights for her freedom and honor?