Beachfront Mysteries: The Case of the Trophy Wife by K.W. Callahan Price verified 19 minutes ago

It's the holiday season at the Cottage Grove! While winter months at this boutique Florida resort are typically slow, this year is different. A racing convention in Daytona has brought some new and unexpected business to owners Pete and Polly McCormick - along with some unexpected trouble. As Pete and Polly work to help friend Dorothy Dinkelspiel save her struggling antique store, they are unaware of a larger danger lurking within their own tranquil resort. With this presence threatening to unravel what should otherwise be happy holidays, Pete and Polly must persevere through what will become The Case of the Trophy Wife.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Silent Scream: A collection of Short Horror Stories for Adults (Scary stories with unpredictable endings) by Vishwesh Shetty (5 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This collection of short stories is sure to leave you on the edge of your seat with its unexpected twists and turns. The stories delve into the realm of horror, superstition, sci-fi, reality and fiction, exploring the thin line between them. From ghosts to witches, and everything in between, these tales will keep you guessing until the very end. But what sets this collection apart is the author's mastery of the twist ending. Just when you think you've figured out what's going on, the story takes a sudden and shocking turn, leaving you reeling. These stories are not just scary, they're also thought-provoking. So if you're looking for a spine-tingling read that will keep you up at night, look no further than this collection of horror stories with a twist. You never know what's lurking around the corner, waiting to jump out and scare you.

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Shattered Shield: Cole Cameron Thriller Series Book 1 by Camden Mays (123 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Terrorism looms in this international thriller as a jaded CIA Officer must stop a terrorist unit with destructive designs on the United States. Cole Cameron is drawn into the corporate espionage scheme of a former CIA colleague when a research center in Tucson Arizona is attacked, setting in motion a string of terrifying events. But when Cameron finds himself drawn to FBI Special Agent Hannah Jacobs, he sees a possibility of happiness. But their dreams could be shattered by the gravity of their mission. Cameron must now overcome his inner demons and lead the agency against the group he has analyzed for years.

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Murderous Scotch: Murder in a Scottish Hotel by Jeannette Hoffmann (16 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Camilla goes to Scotland to convert a castle into a sports hotel. After completion she hires a female German CEO. Not everyone likes this lady; she doesn't work properly and is arrogant, but the hotel owner has a crush on her. After the hotel-opening an Irish gentleman appears and brings his horse in care of the hotel stable. Camilla discovers that something is wrong with the horse. Furthermore, someone is trying to frame Camilla for thefts. One day Camilla discovers a corpse on the beach. Two people from Scotland Yard arrive and investigate the crime. Camilla is one of the suspects...

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Cuppa Chaos: Cream and Sugar Cozy Mysteries by Melinda Craig (261 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Starting over in your forties is never easy. But Grace isn't your average gal, and she's more than ready to chase her lifelong dream to a new town, preferably somewhere far, far, away from her ex. If only he would get the message and stay away. Grace knows how to make the perfect brew, and she knows she can turn her coffee-making skills into a living with the right chance. She's found a beautiful start and pulls into her new town filled with hope, but hope melts away as danger moves in. When Grace starts receiving threats that escalate one by one, it becomes clear someone doesn't want her there. Still, despite the danger around her, friendships are born, and Grace finds a connection she didn't expect. With dead bodies, threats, and new friends, Grace must face her situation head-on and decide if she made the right choice. If she doesn't take matters into her own hands, she may wind up dead. This midlife coffee-fueled mystery is filled with laughter, suspense, and a healthy dose of ...

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Campground Catastrophe: A Humorous Campground Cozy Mystery (RV Resort Mysteries Book 1) by Maisy Marple (CCS Publishing) (392 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Welcome to Baldwin Beach RV Resort Park Dan and Molly are newly retired, looking for a place settle into; a place to call their home away from home. As they settle into Baldwin Beach RV Resort park, they think they've found just the place. However, it doesn't take long before quirky characters and a shocking murder mystery unravel around them. Join them on a journey filled with suspense, humor, and heartwarming moments. Get ready to cozy up with this delightful page-turner that will keep you guessing until the very end. This is the first book in the beloved RV Resort Mystery Series.

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Pawsitively Sabotaged: A Witch of Edgehill Mystery novella by Melissa Erin Jackson (6 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Pawsitively Sabotaged is a short story that takes place between Pawsitively Poisonous and Pawsitively Cursed in the completed Witch of Edgehill series. Uncover a vandal's identity, save a wedding, and keep her witchy gifts a secret? Piece of cake. Amber Blackwood is still reeling from the loss of her friend Melanie Cole. As the town's resident odd duck, Amber doesn't have many close ties in Edgehill. So when a vandal threatens the safety and livelihood of Betty Harris, the owner of Purrfectly Scrumptious, Amber wants to help. The vandal smashed cupcakes Betty had stored for an upcoming hoity-toity wedding for a Bridezilla who is driving everyone in town batty. Things only get worse when a cupcake causes the Bridezilla to go into anaphylactic shock. Worried about her friend's reputation and livelihood, Amber searches for the perpetrator. Is someone targeting Betty and her shop, or trying to hurt the bride-to-be? All Amber knows is that she must stop the saboteur before Betty loses ...

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Scents And A Suspect: A Cozy Mystery Ghost (The Accidental Ghost Detective Book 1) by Emmie Lyn (507 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

When Nikki Knight returns to her childhood stomping grounds in Frog Hollow Georgia, she realizes life has become nuttier than the pecan muffins at her late grandmother's haunted B&B. But the only ghost in the Moonlight Mansion is the previous lady of the house, still roaming the halls in her afterlife. Not ten steps into town, Nikki finds herself with a furry new companion. An abandoned royal dachshund who just might carry the secret to his past owner's untimely demise. But when Nikki is seen snooping around at one too many crime scenes, the local officer becomes suspicious and begins popping up where she least expects him. Now, she needs to find out what happened ASAP and protect Prince Dasher Dangerdog Bean from falling into the wrong -- and deadly -- hands. Can Nikki and her royal dachshund solve the case? Or will they end up roaming the Moonlight Mansion with her grandmother?

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A Valentine Mystery in Pajaro Bay (Pajaro Bay Minis) by Barbara Cool Lee (Pajaro Bay Publishing) (62 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

In this short story from the world of Pajaro Bay, two lonely people come together to help a lost little pup -- and solve a mystery. It will take some clever amateur sleuthing (and a pair of mismatched socks) to bring this couple together before Valentine's Day is done. The Pajaro Bay Minis are complete, stand-alone stories that fill in details about the characters in the little coastal village. Like the novels in the series, they can be read in any order. Read them all to learn more about life in Pajaro Bay. (Originally published as My Funny Valentine.)

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Hi Jack by Anthony E Thorogood (12 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Jack Hamma a corporal in the Australian Army is on a training mission in London when he is hijacked by a beautiful woman. Jack deserts the army and finds himself in a haystack making love life however is never that easy. A supermarket is bombed by terrorists and there is a call to arms. Jack is sent into the supermarket with a squad of rookies looking for survivors but Jack finds more then he bargained for. 'A cracking little book, this is definitely one for the fans of Jack Hamma' 'Looking forward to Jacks next adventure.' 'Thorogood just gets better with these larger than life action adventures' 'This is one of my favourite in the series.' 'Jack's wonderful mum plays a big part... a feisty lady anybody would want with them in battle.'

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Bloody Christmas Novella: Bratva Fury by Alexi Ferreira (Amazon Digital Services) (38 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

ANDRE She drives me crazy but I can't keep away. I have kept an eye on her for years without her knowing. I am older, should be wiser, but when she's close I forget everything. Now they are after the boss and she is caught in the middle, I will kill every single one of them for even trying. He is as stubborn as a mule, why does he think he can tell me what to do?

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The Clock Tower: A Short Story by Alexis Tiger (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

There was always something fascinating about the clock tower. Riley found herself constantly entranced by it and the bird that lived there. One day, girls started to go missing, only to appear later atop the clock tower, drained of blood. Riley's best friend Cara goes missing and she'll do whatever it takes to make sure Cara doesn't meet the same fate. Even if that means braving the clock tower.

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Love Lost Adventure: The Lie by Roseann Gargiulo (Imagine Media Concepts) (69 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

PRAISE FOR LOVE LOST ADVENTURE: THE LIE FIVE 5-star reviews from Readers' Favorite 1. "The Lie by Roseann Gargiulo is a story of many plots, all gradually threading together. This is an awesome story told by a master storyteller. It's a mixture of romance, history, murder, mystery, and adventure, with a good dash of humor thrown in for good measure." -- Anne-Marie Reynolds 2. "Gargiulo's characters are richly developed, and their deep connections evoke a range of emotions, taking readers from laughter to tears at the turn of a page." -- K.C. Finn 3. "It's all fun and games until somebody ends up in an incinerator! When I first picked up The Lie by Roseann Gargiulo, I admit I thought it would be a pretty standard young adult love story. The formula model is usually some combination of girl chasing boy, girl meeting new boy, girl has a choice to make. Gargiulo threw a spanner into that theory, crafting the ancient Blood & Bones Society and, while far less important, putting ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

KATE by Phil Stevenson (2 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Kate is working her way up to become the Women's World Champion Bantamweight Fighter in the UFC. She also has a deep-seated desire to find the perpetrators who violated her mother, which resulted in her illegitimate birth. With a great coach, and a police detective investigating, Kate will stop at nothing to achieve both of her goals. From the cornfields of Iowa, to Las Vegas Nevada and world wide international cities, Kate's final revelation is not what it may seem. A novel of absolute love and devotion. With a terrible cost for all to pay.

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ASSASSINS AND COMPANY III: ENTER MARTELLO by LOUIS IEZZONI (2 Reviews)    Price verified 42 minutes ago

ENTER MARTELLO-------This third volume of the Assassins and Company series introduces VICTOR MARTELLO, THE PRIVATE EYE. BRUTAL, QUIXOTIC AND RELENTLESSLY DRIVEN to upset the stacked deck of every exploiter, sadist, con man and thug, the cases he takes on fulfill a personal mission and put the creeps of the world on notice---their days are numbered. A former boxer, army sniper and policeman, Martello is now a solo agent whose unorthodox methods have made him an enemy of the police and district attorney's office. The innocent victims who become his clients are often unnerved by him----while their victimizers are left seriously damaged or dead. Years ago, during his stint in the police department, Martello experienced an epiphany---best summarized by Tillich: "Every institution is inherently demonic." Seeing corruption and sadism among the police and the whole criminal justice system---he resigned from the force to carry on a personal crusade. He is a rebel---and he will be at odds ...

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Psychobitches: A Superhero Progression Fantasy (Tear it Up Book 1) by Jamie Hawke (488 Reviews)    Price verified 38 minutes ago

The most feared bounty hunter in the Oram system is about to bite off more than he can chew. Wait, no, it's the perfect amount, and it's delicious. Nothing stands in my way when it's time to take in a mark. Only, this time things didn't go as planned. This time, as I was delivering my criminals to be placed in the Abaddon Asylum, everything fell apart when an uprising tore down the system and led to my ship exploding before I could get out of there. Now it's up to me and some sexy lady allies (and then some!) I've teamed up with along the way to put things right. But we're not just going to stop the uprising. Our mission goes much deeper than that, into the planet itself where all manner of horrors await. Oh, and we call ourselves the Psychobitches. And yeah, I f@cking own it like a crown. NOTE: Read on, friend, for a healthy mix of cultivation, xianxia, dark space fantasy, superheroes, and video games. If you're a fan of explosions galore, superpowers and leveling up, monster ...

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Eden Valley by Tom Milton (Nepperhan Press LLC) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Lena McLean, who raises goats and produces cheeses in a beautiful valley in southeastern Minnesota, has her life disrupted by the discovery in the region of rich deposits of the sand used for oil fracking. This frac sand is found nowhere else in such abundance, so mining companies are willing to pay a lot of money for the land of struggling dairy farmers, who see a onetime opportunity to unload their unprofitable farms and retire to Florida. But mining frac sand would leave the land as barren as a desert, with no future value, so the community is divided between people who want to make a quick fortune and people who want to preserve the environment. Lena gets elected to the county board on her position against the mining, and she becomes the target of a large global organization that wants to exploit the sand deposits. To achieve its objective of getting her to change her position, the organization pursues a strategy of terrorism, committing acts of violence against her animals, her ...

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The Ravens' Augury by L J Shea (Lume Books) (320 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Two bodies are discovered bludgeoned to death in Kent woodland. Six ravens are feasting on the corpses. It is springtime in 1413 and Henry V is now on the throne of feudal England. The Peasants' Revolt of 1381 had begun the great shift towards democracy and the country is recovering from the ravages of the Black Death. Wat Baudin is a man on the up in this brave new world and is returning from his duties as an alderman at the assizes in Maidstone. He can sit in judgement on the lower classes but the noble families of the land remain a law unto themselves. When Wat and his colleagues happen upon the unfortunate murder victims, he is only too aware of the superstition that still surrounds the macabre presence of that posse of birds. They are a sign of more death to follow... The Ravens' Augury is a classic tale of intrigue and plotting during a turbulent period of English history which L J Shea captures faithfully. L J Shea resides in her native rural Australia with her ...

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Sherlock Holmes' Final Chapter: Classic Scripts (The Holmes and Watson Series Book 4) by Ian Shimwell (Shimwell's Scripts) (5 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

An unprecedented crime way is remorselessly sweeping across the city of London... Inspector Lestrade does not know which way to turn. Holmes and Watson follow a series of tantalising clues leading to something far darker than they could have suspected. How have the criminals achieved so much recent remarkable success? Holmes begins to sense a creeping pattern behind the clues... Could this really be the great detective's final chapter..?

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Who Dares Sins by James A. Shea (5 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Scott Walker used to be sure he was a good man. When he was a Captain in the SAS, he protected people and kept people safe.Now he was out, things were not so straightforward. After a bad few months not finding any work, he had to accept the only offer he had. Working for a gangster. He had to accept being a bad man to earn money. Until someone asked him for help.Someone needed saving again, but now the only way he could do that was wearing a mask. He had to make sure no one knew it was him under the mask or it would put his family at risk.All he could do now was become Nightmare, and make bad people pay again.

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Who's Killing the Fountain of Youth?: (Old Guys Murder Mystery #2) by Jon Spoelstra (387 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Why kill the fittest old folks? That's the first question late-blooming amateur sleuths and retirees Charlie North and Ben Tucker need to answer. Here's Question #2. Are Charlie and Ben prime targets to be killed? The answer is yes, of course. And here's Question #3. Would a Cougar be interested in a 70ish-year-old guy? It seems like a totally outrageous question when we're talking murder, but SPOILER ALERT, the answer is yes.) Charlie and Ben team up again with the stunning P.I. Reggie Parker, the daughter of a retired LAPD buddy. Their job? Stop the murders at the most wildly upscale -- and mysterious -- retirement village, Elysian Meadowlands. The retirees in the village are far more vibrant than their ages would allow. Some are alluring Cougars. Some are way more sinister than Charley and Ben would like. The murders continue, and it looks like there's more coming. Catching the killer will keep you guessing to the end, and then you'll wonder about the secrets of Elysian ...

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OLD MIND, YOUNG BODY (Body Switch) by Lance Majestik (3 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Peter Montrose, a 73 year old retired attorney, wakes up on August 27, 2020 in the body of a much younger married man in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, Paul Skelding wakes up that same morning in a dumpy Syracuse hotel sporting the body of an old man. The two thoroughly confused men have limited time in order to figure out why their bodies were switched. Their strange dilemma makes for a fascinating adventure for both of them. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lance Majestik is a pen name of retired Canadian lawyer Donald W. Desaulniers who has written more than 100 novels. That author has published some of his shorter books under the name Lance Majestik. Please check out "Lance's" Author Page on Amazon.

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The Savage Vengeance : Sci-fi Gothic Historical Romance Post Apocalyptic Complete Series - Book 4 (The Savage Series) by Tamara Rose Blodgett (253 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"THE OUTLANDER meets THE BLACK DAGGER BROTHERHOOD, anyone?" Immerse yourself in a riveting tale of love, fighting, and zombies in a world where survival is everything, praised as: • "Love, Fighting, Zombies - it has it all... " ~ Lorie vg. From the acclaimed author of New York Times, USA TODAY, Top 100, and #1 Dark Fantasy bestsellers, Tamara Rose Blodgett, comes a captivating story that weaves together two worlds with expert precision. A #2 Historical Fantasy bestselling series! Join Queen Clara as she grapples with the degradation of her sphere, seeking assistance from the neighboring Kingdom of Kentucky to combat the looming demise of their way of life. However, tensions rise as the alliance hinges on the promise of marriage, a tradition that once united the spheres but now threatens to divide them. As Clara becomes a pawn in a greater scheme, facing change in leadership and unforeseen interference from Travelers, she must navigate a world of strife and conflict to save her ...

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Battle for Atlantis: A Novel of Time Travel and Alternate Worlds by Bob Mayer (371 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Washington DC is laid waste. In Paris, the swastika flies from the Eiffel Tower. More than two billion are dead from the polar caps melting. This is the future former Green Beret Eric Dane, with the help of Amelia Earhart, sees through the mysterious gates unless they can prevent it. Battles across time and space. Massacres and noble sacrifices. Creatures and events mankind considered legends are coming to life. All in one terrifying climax with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. In 1863 Robert E. Lee leads the South's last chance at victory over the North. The two armies meet at Gettysburg, neither side quite aware why they are drawn there. For the result of Pickett's charge will not just determine the war, but the fate of the planet on a scale only a handful of priestesses from another time understand as they connect this battle with the Little Big Horn in 1876 and the Zulu territory in Africa in 1879 as British Forces prepare to face the Zulus at Isandlwana. In the ...

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Repentant (Mr. Chudong's Fantasy World) by dong ye (1 Review)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

In this short story about the Japanese invasion of China during World War II, we follow the perspective of the protagonist as we delve into the brutality of war and the complexities of human nature. Mr. Chu, our protagonist, takes us on a journey through the dark corners of history, confronting his encounter and confrontation with Suzuki, a Japanese aggressor. As Mr. Chu reads Suzuki's diary, which records abhorrent crimes and cruel acts, his inner turmoil is consumed by intense repulsion and disgust. However, when he learns of Suzuki's suicide, he is forced to reexamine his own perception of this person. This story ignites deep reflections on guilt, forgiveness, and crimes, while revealing the fears and conflicting psyches of people during that era. With its gripping and poignant portrayal of reality and profound emotional insights, this narrative takes readers on an extraordinary journey. Through the eyes of the protagonist, we witness the horrors of World War II and the boundaries ...

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Guilty Deceptions by D.C. Malcolm (7 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

While searching for a killer, Sheriff Dawson learns that sometimes not everything is what it seems... It's 1869, in the normally quiet town of Saint John, NB. That is about to change when a double murder is discovered hidden deep within the woods of Willow Grove. When the finger of guilt points to a prominent figure, the clock begins to tick. Armed with letters from beyond the grave and cutting edge 1800s forensics, Sheriff Dawson must cut through the webs of deception in order to find the truth before time runs out.

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American Goth: A Totally Charming Humorous Cozy Mystery with Romance (A Goode-Grace Mystery) (Goode-Grace Mysteries Book 1) by Cyn Mackley (508 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

"I love, love this author. Funny, smart, entertainment. Couldn't put it down. The characters just grab you and never let go"A crime only she can see. A community hellbent on keeping secrets. Can she crack a homicide and live to tell the tale? Goth artist Trinity Goode never needed to fit in. Despite finding her creative niche in the big city, she longs to return to the simple life of her salt-of-the-earth hometown. So she races back to her farming roots in search of answers when her grandfather dies under mysterious circumstances. Suspecting foul play, Trinity teams up with a dashing deputy to pry the truth from the tight-lipped small-towners. But with a cult pulling the strings, vicious rumors of the past hurting her chance at a fresh start, and the bodies piling up... she may be risking her inheritance to solve the murder. Can she find her grandparent's killer before she's dead and buried? American Goth is the intriguing first story in the Goode-Grace cozy mystery series. If you ...

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Halloween Novel:The Shadows Within: A Halloween Haunting: Halloween Haunted House (Shadows of Fear: A Horror Series) by Kashan Ajmeri (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

"The Shadows Within: A Halloween Haunting" weaves a gripping tale of suspense and supernatural mystery. In the forgotten town of Ravenshade, Amelia stumbles upon an eerie mansion with a dark history, setting in motion a series of unexplainable events. As she digs into the manor's past, Amelia unravels a web of secrets that connect the living and the dead. With the approach of the harvest moon and the emergence of spectral forces, Amelia must navigate a haunting masquerade, unearth ancient rituals, and confront malevolent entities. Amidst whispers and echoes, she faces a Halloween night that will test the boundaries between reality and the supernatural, culminating in a spellbinding showdown. "The Shadows Within" is a spellbinding journey into the heart of darkness, where the secrets of the past and the shadows within come to light on All Hallows' Eve.

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Keys & Magic (Claire Crowley Mystery Series) by Serenity Muir (10 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Adopted as a baby, I could never uncover a HISTORY of where I came from. Until one day, a phone call SOLVED ONE MYSTERY while opening up several others. Turns out, not only did I have family, but my great aunt's passing has left me with her inheritance. Packing up and heading to a SMALL TOWN in Maine with my Golden Doodle, Presley, I never imagined what I would DISCOVER... until I met Lyra. Turns out, Lyra is a Siamese cat, and I can talk to her! How is that POSSIBLE? Lyra doesn't know where she came from, or why I can understand her, but she does know the CLUES point to MAGIC and the MANSION I now own! I never dreamed of becoming a SLEUTH, but I want answers, and I never turn down a CHALLENGE!

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Eris Renard (Featuring Eris Renard Book 1) by S.K. Epperson (218 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Ten years after the events at Green Lake, former conservation officer Eris Renard finds his life's direction has changed, not of his own choosing but due to the obsessions and brutal tactics of others. He finds himself caught up in a group rescue and becomes part of an adventure that twists accepted belief systems, challenges reality, and awakens feelings in him for the most vulnerable among them. He'll deal with all of it in his own implacable fashion, but first he has to make sure everyone survives someone called The Magician, and then somehow capture a kidnapper who's about to be abducted himself. AUTHOR'S NOTE: Please read the above synopsis carefully. This story takes place ten years after Green Lake. Ten. Years. Don't expect anything to remain the same. A lot can and often does change in ten years, so please, no more complaints because you just finished reading Green Lake, found this book, and nothing was as you expected. Our beloved Eris has many more adventures to come. Just ...

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The Haunting of Elmwood Manor, A Pekin Dewlap Mystery: A Teen Paranormal Mystery (The Pekin Dewlap Mysteries Book 1) by Pamela McCord (191 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

She's afraid of losing her ability to see the dead. Will becoming a young ghost hunter help find her real power? Pekin Dewlap is ready for an adventure. After weeks of planning and securing her first client, the bold fifteen-year-old can't wait to kick off her new ghost-hunting business. But she still needs to convince her two reluctant besties that chasing spirits will be fun... and not at all scary. When Pekin and her friends arrive at a haunted mansion, they meet a girl murdered in 1918 who remains trapped in the house. But with her ghostly killer eerily patrolling the estate while refusing to let her go, the driven teen fights to avoid showing up as the next victim. Can the three amateur investigators banish a spooky specter and escape unscathed? The Haunting of Elmwood Manor is the thrilling first book in the Pekin Dewlap middle grade paranormal mystery series. If you like captivating characters, enticing puzzles, and light-hearted capers, then you'll love Pamela McCord's ...

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The Cryo Killer: A Thrilling Sci-fi Short by Jason Werbeloff (197 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

At Life Extensions Ltd we guarantee that your death will be painless, or your money back when you're thawed. And the Cryo Bureau? They won't suspect a thing... The Cryo Killer is a thrilling sci-fi short that will convince you not to step into the freezer quite yet. Grab your copy now.

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Spilling Blood, Episode 9 by G.S. Wright Price verified one hour ago

Eternity Denied Emily is a prisoner of the upír. Drained of blood and dumped in a pit, she is not alone. Her enemy, Maggie, is there with her, and only one of them can escape. Ravager has returned to the werewolf pack and the mate he left behind. Though they welcome him back after thirty years, their alpha, Stormfang, wants something in return, a secret Ravager has kept since his death. Ambrogino, the hunter, closes in on the location of the vampire lord. It is his last chance to get the monster before his own life is forfeit. Spilling Blood is a serial, with each part like a television episode, and the episodes collected in seasons. It is intended for mature readers. Have you read the first eight episodes to Spilling Blood? This book is Episode 9, and part 5 of Season II. You can grab the first four episodes individually, or in one complete book.

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The Mother: A Detective Kate Monroe Crime Thriller (Detective Kate Monroe. Book 2) by J.E. Clarkson (Independent) (32 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

After The Lamb absconds taking D.C. with them, Kate Monroe and Detective Inspector Halifax are tasked with tracking them down and investigating the shady operations surrounding "The Blazing Crucible". Soon they discover far more than they bargained for, as The Lamb finds themselves in as much trouble abroad as they are at home.

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Bureau: Secrets Sold by Guy Galer (64 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Bureau: Secrets Sold is a fast paced thriller that explores privacy, cognitive science, sexuality, and psychology. The book dives into the terrible dilemmas facing modern society. The struggle between freedom and safety and the internal fight we have with our biases and shortcomings. Agent Kari Kendall has a safe job at the Bureau. She collects the free information given or unwittingly provided by millions of people. Privacy lost and sold for free apps and services. It all goes wrong for Agent Kendall, and the lack of privacy could get her killed. Her reputation destroyed and her life in jeopardy.

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Treasure Map (Mr. Chudong's Fantasy World) by dong ye (1 Review)    Price verified 42 minutes ago

In the midst of handling their late friend Craig's belongings, Chudong and a few companions suddenly discover a "treasure map." Driven by curiosity, they begin investigating the map's depicted location. As their investigation progresses, team members also start experiencing unexplained deaths, further solidifying Mr. Chudong's determination to seek the truth. This novel will ignite readers' curiosity, triggering contemplation about human history and the cosmos. It will guide readers through time and space, unveiling the secrets hidden around us and exploring the true origins of humanity. Whether you enjoy suspense, adventure, or possess an insatiable curiosity, this novel will be an ideal choice for you. Get ready to embark on a heart-pounding journey and explore a world filled with enigmas!"

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Teaching Treason: A Gabby Baxter Mystery (Gabby Baxter Mysteries Book 1) by Susan L. Rae (2 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Gabby Baxter is going back to graduate school with the support of her mentor Cyrus. When a mysterious death occurs, no one at the school can be trusted. Gabby and her best friend Jilly are recruited by Tom, an agent with a secret faction of the NSA, to work as spies at the university. When they uncover international crime, Gabby, Jilly, and Tom are on a mission to stop it. As the suspense builds, they investigate in the most unsuspecting of places. With unexpected intrigue, action, and romance, the team races to find the culprits and solve the mystery before it is too late.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

LONG ROAD TO TEXAS: The Prequel to A Venue of Vultures by Patsy Stagner (JPS Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

On the mean streets of '80s Chicago, an 18-year-old Scopes Redfield rushes to save a stranger, Thorne Mondae, from sure death at the hands of a vicious drug dealer. From that defining moment, their fates become as intertwined as their personalities. In the quest for a better life in Alaska, they flee Chicago by selling stolen guns to finance their trip. The escapade takes 10 years and dozens of adventures -- both legal and illegal -- until the bond they forge grows unbreakable. Increasingly disenchanted with the human wrecking ball that Thorne becomes, Scopes desperately seeks a way to wrench himself free of his friend's evil grip. Will Scopes's dramatic action to win his freedom end in success or disaster? Jump on the bandwagon for an incredible ride as Scopes and Thorne bounce from Illinois to Texas, including an incredible stopover in Scotland, living life on the road and creating havoc wherever they go.

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Deadly Connections: A Tale of Espionage, Betrayal and Murder in India by Avneet Singh Saini (4 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

"Deadly Connections: A Tale of Espionage, Betrayal and Murder in India" is a gripping crime thriller that follows the investigation of wealthy businessman Mr. Singh's murder. Inspector Gupta and his team navigate a web of shady business deals, secret affairs, and hidden alliances as they hunt for the killer. But the case becomes more complex as they uncover a larger operation involving espionage, stolen state secrets, and a spy ring with connections to the Pakistan underworld and high-ranking officials in the Indian government. The investigation leads to discovery of a terrifying plot to blow up iconic landmarks in Delhi and assassinate the Indian Prime Minister, Gupta and his partner Vikram race against time to stop the conspirators and bring them to justice. This fast-paced and suspenseful book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Markenmore Mystery by J. S. Fletcher (324 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

In J. S. Fletcher's 'The Markenmore Mystery', readers are taken on a thrilling journey through a small English village plagued by a murder investigation and a mysterious disappearance. The narrative is rich in detail, with intricate plot twists that keep the reader engaged from start to finish. Fletcher's writing style is reminiscent of classic British detective fiction, with vivid descriptions and well-developed characters that add depth to the story. The novel is a classic example of Golden Age mystery writing, filled with clues, red herrings, and a satisfying resolution that will leave readers wanting more. The Markenmore Mystery is a must-read for fans of the genre, offering a captivating blend of suspense and intrigue that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

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A Pleasant Death (The Edith Elliott Mysteries Book 1) by Jayne Bailey (32 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

Edith Elliott is minding her own business and enjoying a simple cricket match in her village of Hinklebury when all hell breaks loose thanks to the unexpected and rather forceful bat from fellow villager Harry Lanscombe. One cricket ball to the head and an ambulance ride to A&E, Edith discovers that her life is turned upside down, setting her on a whole new life path and seeing her reunited with her estranged brother, Branwell. But when Harry Lanscombe is murdered the following week, Edith, with the help of Branwell, becomes embroiled in solving the case, much to the annoyance of DCI Simon Jackman and DS Emma Hooper. Can Edith and her wayward brother unlock the key to the mystery before somebody else is murdered? Or are they already too late?

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LUCKY LAWYER by Donald W. Desaulniers (17 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This novel is a romantic mystery set in the suburbs of New York City. Suddenly out of a job when the Binghamton, New York law firm where he works declares bankruptcy and closes up shop, Jerome Jarvis dumps his gorgeous girlfriend and heads to New York City to find a new job and a new love. Jerome feels very fortunate when he lands a temporary position to conduct a civil trial even though he has never been to court before. Jerome wouldn't feel so lucky if he could foresee the tidal wave of danger that was about to engulf him. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donald W. Desaulniers is a retired Canadian attorney who has written more than fifty novels, most of which are about the legal profession. Please check out his Author Page on Amazon for details about each of those books.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Devil's Cradle (A Kendall O'Dell Mystery Book 2) by Sylvia Nobel (382 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

In exchange for an exclusive story, headstrong reporter, Kendall O'Dell is thrust into a series of life-threatening situations when she agrees to accompany 20 yr old Angela Martin to claim her inheritance--a remote gold mining town in Southern Arizona. Is Angela for real or a clever imposter? Was her father's recent death actually an accident? Why was she never told that she had a deranged half-sister who perished in a mysterious fire 18 yrs earlier? The astounding ending will leave you breathless!

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

More Than Anything (Ridge City Mystery Thriller Book 3) by Kristen Chaney Beard (27 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Someone is stealing the town's children and taunting Detective Trent Williams. Does Trent hold the key to rescue the children before it's too late? He has his wife and daughter together and safe. But Trent always feared one of his old cases would come back to haunt him and hurt his family. It hasn't happened... until now. A house fire appears to be an accident until random threats around town hint that it's a part of something bigger - something that's coming after Trent and his family. This time it's personal. The kidnapper leaves riddles addressed to Trent. Ten children and then you'll lose yours... But first your sister will say goodbye to her babies. It must be an old case, but Trent made that assumption last time, when someone kidnapped his wife Molly. Is this really revenge or a spree of senseless, heartbreaking crimes? He must solve the riddles and get ahead of this maniac to rescue the stolen children and keep the rest of the kids safe in Ridge City. He also has to protect ...

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Wagner, the Wehr-Wolf by George W. M. Reynolds (DigiCat) (41 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

In his novel 'Wagner, the Wehr-Wolf', George W. M. Reynolds delves into the realm of gothic horror with a touch of romance and mystery. Set in 16th-century Spain, the story follows the tragic fate of the young Wagner as he transforms into a fearsome werewolf, grappling with his dual nature and seeking redemption. Reynolds' prose is rich and atmospheric, drawing readers into a world of supernatural occurrences and dark passions. The novel is a prime example of the gothic literature popular in the Victorian era, showcasing themes of morality, transformation, and the struggle between good and evil. The book's intricate plot and vivid characters provide a captivating reading experience for fans of the genre. George W. M. Reynolds, a prolific writer and journalist of the 19th century, was known for his sensational fiction and social commentary. His interest in exploring the darker aspects of human nature and society is evident in 'Wagner, the Wehr-Wolf', as he weaves a compelling narrative ...

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Murder in the Library (A Word Travels Mobile Bookshop Cozy Mystery Book 1) by Penny Brooke (455 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

An industrious mobile bookshop owner. A quaint library in Vermont. And a mystery to solve. Claudia Madison always wanted to own a bookshop but never had the money to do so. Let's face it, rent prices can be killer. But with her now entering a new chapter in her life, she realizes she can make her dream a reality by launching a mobile bookshop. With her cat by her side and her free-spirited aunt in the passenger seat, they travel to Vermont, book shopping to find the next good story to add to their collection. But their perfect line of work takes a twisted turn when they make their usual stop at the Greenwood Public Library to dig through the Last Chance books left after the semi-annual basement book sale. A tipped-over bookcase and a dead body leaves everyone in the town in an upheaval. Everyone has a past that catches up to them, and Claudia learns that skipping the prologue of anyone's story could have deadly consequences.

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More Than Life (Ridge City Mystery Thriller Book 2) by Kristen Chaney Beard (45 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

After four long years alone, he had her back. They started a family together. But suddenly she's gone without a trace. Did she leave him and her daughter behind -- as some clues say? Or is she in danger? Can he save her and their marriage before it's too late? Detective Trent Williams comes home to find his daughter taking a nap... but he can't find his wife Molly. She would never leave her family and friends, yet the whispers say she did before. For the second time, his reputation and career are on the line. He can't lose Molly again. Trent launches the most important investigation of his life. The hours add up but the clues don't. Did her amnesia come back or did someone take her? He uncovers a bigger and more sinister plot behind this but no one will believe him. His search puts everyone he loves in danger. He's willing to give his life to save hers, but can he keep everyone safe while he uncovers the truth? Find out - Join Trent and Molly for Book Two of the Ridge City ...

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Murder at the Seven Dials: A Bow Street Duchess Mystery (Bow Street Duchess Mystery Series Book 1) by Cara Devlin (3,600 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

The romantic historical mystery series readers are devouring begins with Murder at the Seven Dials... A murdered opera singer. A duke drenched in her blood. For Bow Street Officer Hugh Marsden, the brutal killing is a straightforward case. Ever since his own exile from polite society, Hugh's distaste for the ton has grown. Now, an opportunity to take down a peer of the realm has practically fallen into his lap. The only thing standing in his way? Audrey Sinclair, the Duchess of Fournier. Audrey is certain her husband is wrongly accused, and she's determined to prove it to the arrogant Bow Street officer, even if she must employ her most peculiar ability -- or perhaps curse -- to guide her investigation. After all, a duchess can do as she pleases. Though Hugh is exasperated with the meddling duchess, when her discoveries reveal the true killer is still at large, he has no choice but to join her in the hunt -- if only to prevent her from becoming the next victim. Murder at the Seven ...

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LADY LUCK LOVES LAWYERS by Donald W. Desaulniers (12 Reviews)    Price verified 28 minutes ago

Not all lawyers are complete sleaze-balls. Recently retired Canadian attorney Scott Baxter flies to Las Vegas in order to help a friend of a friend who was cheated by a wealthy customer. Scott's attempted good deed doesn't go unpunished as he faces both seduction and danger in his quest for justice. Scott's long-held theory that Lady Luck loves lawyers will be mightily tested along the way. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donald W. Desaulniers is a retired Canadian attorney who has written more than 100 novels, most of which feature lawyers as the main characters. Please check out his Author Page on Amazon for details about each novel.

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Death Not Allowed: The Old Mountain Novellas (Old Mountain K9 Suspense Book 1) by Mary Hiker (Awesome Dog) (47 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Two threats, one dog, and no time left. In the hollow of Old Mountain, long held beliefs can lead to murder. Nikki-Ann Stone has been assigned to a search and rescue mission under mysterious circumstances. Unknown powerful agencies are relying on the skills of her SAR dog, Ziggy. By the looks of it, not all of them have good intentions. DEATH NOT ALLOWED is a standalone book. It's the first in the new Old Mountain Novellas series. These books can be read in any order.

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The Clearing: DSA Season One, Book One by Lou Paduano (27 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

The residents of Bellbrook, Ohio have vanished. Seven thousand people in a four-mile radius disappeared overnight. A dead zone remains, no outgoing signals emanating from the ghost town. Ben Riley, framed for a crime he never committed, is the latest recruit to the Department of Special Assignments -- a secret agency handling unsolved cases, those with open questions and unexplainable circumstances. Unsure what to expect or whether or not he deserves this second chance, Ben is thrust into a bizarre case of science gone wrong. Now, Ben and the rest of the field team must find out what happened to the residents of Bellbrook... before it happens to them. Welcome to the DSA, the all-new sci-fi conspiracy thriller from Lou Paduano, author of the urban fantasy thriller series, Greystone.

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Lethally Nuts: A Maggie Flanagan Cozy Mystery Number 5 by Amber Boffin (46 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

What could possibly link a woolly mammoth tusk to a parrot? Maggie Flanagan finds out when she unravels the mystery behind not just one death... but two. Exactly a year ago, Maggie settled back in Foxton, the little village in Canada where she grew up. She loves every bit of her new life. Even her photography business is slowly picking up. Content with her latest portrait, Maggie hurries to deliver it to elderly Holly Rigby. By chance, Maggie prevents the theft of Lulu, Holly's old African Gray parrot, but arrives too late to save a man. Strangely, all the trails Maggie follows point toward her father's past, and in particular to a fatality that occurred decades ago, in the Yukon, on a woolly mammoth excavation site. Her father's time capsule indicates that he had been investigating the death. Are the two deaths truly linked and related in some way to mammoth tusks? But why steal a parrot? Maggie calls upon her childhood friend Denis Partridge, the local dentist, to answer her ...

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War of A.I: A Hard Science Fiction Thriller From The Future (Beyond Secret Book 1) by Ishan Pandey (65 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A sci-fi thriller from the future. A graphic novel portraying a grim reality of our government and the elites. ? In the year 2247, the whole world celebrates New Year's Day except Azarel, a mechanic from Sector A17. He distrusts the new government founded by Humanoids, ruled by the tyrannical Queen Andromeda. He tries to live his life peacefully, but he slowly finds himself getting involved with the revolutionaries. But it looks like fate has chosen Azarel to fight under the banner of humanity. He must go through difficult challenges, along with fighting the cybernetic soldiers of ArkaTech, to determine the future of the human race. A transition from the golden age to a dystopian post-apocalyptic era. In the War of A.I, Ishan Pandey transports us to an immersive world broken by war where the only hope against the government lies with a bunch of revolutionaries ready to sacrifice everything to save humanity. A BRAND NEW SCIENCE FICTION FILLED WITH SUSPENSE! A book about the war ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Birth of the Black Orchids: A Light-Hearted Christmas Tale of Going Home, Starting Over, and Murder— With Cats (A Black Orchid Enterprises mystery ... by M. R. Dimond (72 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

When the Christmas grand opening to his small-town enterprise is crashed by a killer, will this young lawyer's fresh start get buried? Beauchamp, Texas. JD Thompson has had his fill of stuffy legal offices. Escaping corporate law to go all-in with friends operating out of a Victorian mansion, the socially in-tune attorney prays he can pay off his student debt while serving the greater good. Working alongside his accountant-ex and his cat vet college pal, his biggest fear is paying the bills until one of the guests keels over from eating incorrectly labeled, peanut-laden party food. With a houseful of invitees, the twenty-something leaps into action to find the perpetrator from among dozens of suspects. But with well-meaning family members complicating the rush to solve the holiday homicide, he fears the gavel might be coming crashing down on his new career. Can JD and his compatriots unmask the culprit in time to ring in the New Year? Birth of the Black Orchids is the quirky first ...

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The Quiet Game (Penelope Middleton Japanese Murder Mystery Series) by Ash Warren (20 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Penelope Middleton is back in a new mystery! Nearly two decades ago, a series of unsolved murders in the old city of Kamakura shocked both Japan and the elegant world of shogi, or Japanese chess. And now, the killings have started again... and retired Professor Penelope Middleton finds herself at the center of a new and vicious cycle of carnage that is once more centered around the ancient game. In a case as wildly complicated and mysterious as the game itself, the search for the killer the media call the Shogi Ripper will test her powers of deduction to the limit. The crimes seem random and motiveless, but is there a hidden pattern behind these dark events?

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Pretty Little Island (The Bone Love Series Book 1) by Rhea Ryan (158 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Torn between two lovers on a pretty but deadly island, London King must survive the ravages of the wilderness and a battle for her heart. My first day at New Ocean Prep was supposed to be a fresh start. A chance to return to my hometown -- leaving my ruined life behind me. My goal is simple. Keep my grades up, my head down, and focus on securing my spot in a top journalism program. My past catches up with me as I'm drawn towards the two hottest hockey players in school. A trip to a national hockey tournament in Alaska has me investigating the truth behind what happened to a girl they tormented and killed two summers earlier. This story has more layers than I imagined. The deeper I enter their world, the stronger our bonds become until I can't tell whose side I'm really on.

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La Frontera Saga: Part 1 by John Scheck (Leftbanker Press) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Can the world's biggest drug organization do business like a Fortune 500 company? Diego Valverde, a native of exceptionally peaceful and heavily taxed Spain, convinces the head of the Sinaloa Cartel to implement a program to improve the lives of the rural poor in Mexico through direct payments from drug profits, a form of self-taxation on their enormous illegal gains. Diego's plan also calls for a unilateral renunciation of violence. While this strategy removes them from the radar of America anti-drug forces, it's seen as a sign of weakness by the nihilistically murderous Zeta Cartel. Two exceptionally talented DEA agents, one a cynical U.S. Army war veteran, the other an ambitious young woman, lead the American law enforcement interdiction effort with the aid of an incorruptible colonel in the Mexican Special Forces with a hand-picked team of elite soldiers. Another major player siding with the authorities is the head of security for Sinaloa who proves to be a ruthless warrior and ...

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Gold's Landing: An Inheritance To Die For (A Classic Ghost Story) by Carolyn Davidson Hicks (CDH Publishing) (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This story is of a ghost town where its residents protect their beloved town long after death. Angelina McKenzie inherits the ghost town and must unravel the mysteries of the town. She must turn it into a historic property to protect it from its all-time enemy Franklin Randolph Sutton III, a land developer. Meet Dixie McGregor, the guardian of Gold's Landing's secrets, who was once the strong one of her town until she died, but her spirit remains. Now, it's up to the living to uncover the truth about the town's past and perhaps even discover if the gold truly exists. What will it take to save the town? You'll be transported to a hauntingly beautiful world filled with mystery and intrigue as you turn each page. You'll feel the presence of the spirits as they guide you through the town's dark alleys and abandoned buildings. You'll experience the chill of the wind as you search for the hidden treasure if there is any. But be warned, as you delve deeper into the town's secrets, you ...

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On the Ninth Green by Thomas Kennedy (13 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Joe, the golf club Honorary Treasurer, drops dead while playing a shot into the ninth green. When the autopsy reveals that Joe, a charismatic character, a gambler and womaniser, has died of cyanide poison, the question arises as to whether he has been murdered or committed suicide. Brian is co-opted as 'Hon Treas' and finds he has inherited a mess. A Property Developer wants to buy the club land and build on it. Joe was acting as go-between in organising bribes for the Development Committee. The money has gone missing. And everyone, including Joe's wife, his mistress, and his business partner have a motive to kill him. While his own marriage is going through a rocky patch, Brian must deal with the intentions of Joe's wife and also Joe's mistress. And he takes the opportunity to merge his business with that of the now dead Joe. And then the female Detective investigating the case makes an unusual proposition. A 'who done it,' thriller in a modern urban setting.

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Nailed (A Ron Ketchum Mystery Book 1) by Joseph Flynn (Stray Dog Press, Inc.) (2,418 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Ron Ketchum saw his share of the dark side of life as a cop in Los Angeles. Then he left L.A. to become the chief of police in the Sierra Nevada resort town of Goldstrike. One sunny morning in the mountains, though, he comes upon a crime unlike anything he's ever seen before. He finds the body of an African American man nailed to a tree. The victim is a highly respected minister, and his father is the nationally known televangelist Jimmy Thunder. Ron, on the other hand, has described himself in court as a recovering bigot. Goldstrike's mayor for life and movie icon, Clay Steadman, wants Ron to catch the killer fast. Adding to the pressure, the victim's grandmother comes to town. She tells the media mob that has descended on Goldstrike that God will curse the town until the killer is caught. That's when a rogue mountain lion begins attacking people. At first, the attacks happen on the wilderness outskirts of Goldstrike. Then the predator moves into town, leaping a fence ...

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Death Sets Sail: A Mystery (Veronica Kennicott Mystery Series Book 2) by Dale E. Manolakas (35 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

? CRUISE SHIP MYSTERY ? A raucous and deadly writers' award cruise... as bodies mount, fear grips the eccentric group of writers on a cruise ship... murder, adventure, and shipboard shenanigans plague the amateur sleuths... REVIEWS: "... as complex and intriguing as Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express." "... substantial and well written... quirky heroine and the insider's view of the writer's lives are unique and entertaining." "... fusion novel of murder, adventure, and shipboard shenanigans... " "... enjoyable, a good read." "... interesting read from beginning to end... " Aspiring novelist and amateur sleuth Veronica Kennicott crosses the stormy Atlantic on a world-famous writers' award cruise. In isolated international waters, fear grips the eccentric, competitive, and jealous group -- from best-selling heavyweights and Hollywood screenwriters to amateur hangers-on. As bodies amass on the British five-star Queen Anne, an unlikely band of mystery writers unite as ...

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A Time Travel Adventure by Mike Crade Price verified 3 hours ago

If you like a good story with time travel, gangsters, romance and a surprise ending you can not guess, you will not be disappointed in this page turner, honest. Angel is a Haitian nurse right after the earthquake destroys her village, but she manages to take on one more patient, a punk gangster, hit man, on the run from the mob - Jimmy Malo. She can't resist his movie star good looks and he finds himself falling in love, breaking all the rules of being a hood. The only problem is, there is a price tag on his head and the former bosses know where he is. But don't worry, Angel has powers, Voodoo Powers. Read on...

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Christmas Party: A Short Story (Avery Barks Cozy Dog Mysteries) by Mary Hiker (332 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

A holiday short story perfect for any season... Avery Barks is excited about the search and rescue team's annual Christmas party. The holiday event is packed full of friends and fun for both the SAR dogs and their humans. Everyone is having a ball... That is, until a stranger crashes the party in the most surprising way. "Christmas Party" is a stand alone short story. It involves the characters of both the "Avery Barks Dog Mysteries" series and the "Shady Springs Dog Mysteries" series. These books can be read in any order.

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Underwood by Devon De'Ath (10 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

Something calls beneath the trees... The voices were always there: whispers waiting in the ruins of Underwood for one to heed their cry. When children disturb that which should never be touched, restless anger comes home to roost. For struggling Bristol artist, Amanda Fairchild, it begins with the tragic loss of her brother and his wife. Now guardian to a niece she hardly knows, Amanda inherits a renovation project in the Devon valley of her youth. Reluctant to uproot 'Belle,' she takes on the curious home near a transplanted settlement where ancient betrayal will be repaid in blood. As spectres of past sins arise in modern underhanded schemes, Amanda learns the true historical events that gave birth to their village. If unseen forces are exacting retribution over forgotten deeds, where will terror strike next? Why does relentless horror haunt Amanda's nine-year-old charge?

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Suspicion: A James Lalonde Novella (James Lalonde Amateur Sleuth Mystery Book 1) by A. D. Hay (50 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Previously published as MISSING. Excalibur is Missing. A Killer is on the Loose. One Reporter is Determined to Uncover the Truth. James has a nose for trouble. But that's nothing new. This time, things are different... ... his life is on the line. James is the chief editor of a small newspaper. It's hardly captivating work. He's bored. But all of that is about to change. Late one evening, he returns home to discover his long-time girlfriend and journalist, Valentine, has left. Early the next morning, James fails to reallocate her assigned story. To avoid blank space in the culture section and losing his job, he decides to write the story on the local museums latest acquisition, Excalibur. But, there's one thing he didn't count on... ... Excalibur is missing, and a dead body is at the crime scene. As his investigations commence, James unravels a tangled web of betrayal, kidnapping, and murder. But his fact-finding hasn't gone unrecognised. The wrong people have started to ...

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Lost Diamond Girls: A Detective Serial Killer Crime Thriller (Street Games) by L.K. Hill (999 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Names are deadly. Diamonds are deadlier Detective Gabe Nichols is ready to start fresh. A new city, a new job, a new life. After what he and Kyra have been through in the past year, they deserve it. His first day on the new job brings a bizarre case in which several victims around the city are targeted. They all have identical names. Detective Cody Oliver has moved from rural, small-town cop life to the big city. He and Gabe team up for a bizarre case. One that makes little logical sense and brings enemies from the past to the forefront of their lives again. When another victim with the same name goes missing, and they realize missing children may be involved, Gabe and Cody race to figure out what clandestine organization is behind the murders. If they don't act fast, more innocent victims may be lost to the light forever. A prequel novella to the Gabe and Cody mystery series.

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Throw the Amulet: April May Snow (My psychic ghost-filled life Book 1) by M. Scott Swanson (Creative Chaos) (344 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The shadows of my past haunt me... But I'll face them head-on. April May Snow thought she'd buried her supernatural gifts with her small-town past. But when tragedy strikes her hometown, April's old fears and abilities return with a vengeance. An unfathomable crime and a near-death accident force April to face her worst fears. With newfound courage, she must use her powerful gifts to stop a murderer and find her friend's son. Step into April's supernatural world in Throw the Amulet, the first installment in the April May Snow paranormal fiction series. Lose yourself in this fast-paced paranormal thriller series as April discovers her powers and confronts the supernatural forces that haunt her.

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The Truffle Kerfuffle (The Janice and Lenny Mysteries Book 3) by Adam A Phillips (1 Review)    Price verified 42 minutes ago

Winter has descended upon the English town of Cranberrivale so Janice and Lenny are happy to find a reason to travel to Italy in response to a call from Janice's friend, Emma, whose stay in a farm house in Tuscany has been complicated by the theft of the owner's truffle dog. Following a clue found in a forest, Janice and Lenny help Emma to investigate the circumstances surrounding the theft, and take action to resolve the situation.

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Dredging Up Spirits: A Paranormal Psychic Crime Thriller with a Touch of Romance (Delilah Danu Psychic Suspense Thrillers Book 1) by Ruth Corvin (2 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

A psychic must find her missing father after helping him cover up a decade's old crime... Delilah Danu has always tried to stay on the honest side of her family's salvage business. But when her father asks for help with a little side job, how can she refuse, especially when he has a heart attack half-way through it and needs someone to cover his tracks. All too soon, he disappears, leaving only a hint of dark family secrets better left submerged in the past. But Delilah's not the only one looking for her father. Two small town thugs are asking questions, her favorite (and only) cousin is keeping secrets, and her long time boyfriend, the chief of police, is hot on the case. To make matters worse, the ghost of her six-year old sister is still trying to kill her. Now she has to cover up not only her family's skeletons, but a few of her own, as well. Dredging Up Spirits is the first book of the Delilah Danu Psychic Suspense series and can be read as a standalone. For a fast paced ...

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Black Widow: a Mark the Clerk murder mystery (mark the clerk murder mysteries Book 2) by Brian W Taylor (2 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

I was startled by a sudden stirring of the body in front of me as I stooped above it, looking down into a pair of surprisingly alert eyes. He reached up a hand to grasp my arm fiercely as his lips struggled to form the words he was trying to say. "Why... didn't... they... ?" He gasped, breaking off with the effort of speaking. "Don't try to talk. I'll go for help." I freed myself from his grasp as gently as I could. Standing up again and turning to go. "Too late for that." He said weakly, "I'm done for. I've seen it happen too many times before." His eyes closed then opened again fiercely. "But why didn't they warn me... ?" His voice tailed off into fit of coughing. "Why didn't they warn you about what?" I paused, turning back and looking down at eyes which were suddenly alert and questioning, as they stared fiercely back up at me. "The Black Widow," he almost spat the words out, "Why didn't they warn me about the Black Widow?" His eyes grew suddenly wide with fear, held mine ...

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Lost In The Labyrinth by Emily Marlow (6 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

How far would you be willing to go in order to uncover the truth? In the tranquil Norwegian village of Solhavn, the Larsen family's idyllic existence is suddenly torn apart when their beloved sixteen-year-old daughter, Linnea, vanishes. Overcome with fear and despair, the seemingly endless days of searching blur together as they attempt to bring their daughter safely home. As the Larsen family must begin to grapple with their harrowing loss, desperation ignites a relentless fire within them. Determined to unravel the mystery and find answers, they soon find themselves on a treacherous journey of discovery. One that they soon learn only marks the beginning of their torment. The heart of the once serene village begins fraying, and suspicion snakes through the streets. Reality begins to unravel, and a sinister labyrinth of secrets emerges. As the Larsen family finds themselves caught up in a maze of secrets and lies, one important question looms: Will they ever be able to bring ...

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Dangerous thoughts: The scent of Treachery by Anita Dereck99 (1 Review)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Dangerous Thoughts portrays the thrilling story of Anita, a woman who finally discovers the true face of her husband; carved out of darker secrets, fear and the will to survive, her story unfolds as she abandons all thoughts of love and devotion in a desperate quest to build a new life. Despite all her efforts, old demons soon catch up with Anita, as Dreck cannot let her escape; death lurks in the shadows as she will struggle to survive, until she has to face the true shades of her destiny to either fly or fall!

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Girl in the Lens: Book 1 in The Girl who Walked with Death series by Alan Major (3 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

How could such beauty ever be touched by evil? When the senior partner of the Eye Investigation and Surveillance Agency, agrees to his teenage daughter's beautiful best friend, Tara Chamberlain, coming to live with them, he had no idea that he was inviting a cold, calculating psychopath into their home. Neither could he imagine the tragic effect this desperate young girl would have on his already fragile relationship with his daughter. Escaping from the abuse of an alcoholic mother and a sadistic elder brother, Tara's dream of starting a new life with her best friend, Samantha Masters, and her wealthy father, Alex, is immediately threatened by the death of a shady and unscrupulous investigative reporter. Desperate to retain the safety and security of her new home at any cost, Tara finds her private life and Alex's business life, becoming dangerously intertwined, as she seeks answers and starts to unearth dark hidden secrets from Alex and Samantha's past. As Tara's life descends ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Mystery of the Lucky Cat: Cozy English crime fiction at its best (The Quentin Cadbury Investigations Book 2) by Christine McHaines (66 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

An impulsive act sets a cat among the pigeons on a quiet London street... After a slow year, amateur sleuth Quentin Cadbury and his sidekick, the ever-desirable Wanda Merrydrew, happen upon the lifeless form of a neighbour's cat. Having been thrown into responsible adult life with no dress-rehearsal, Quentin is at pains to treat the fallen feline to a dignified send-off. But when he tries to stop a mugging, and the holdall containing the creature gets swapped with another, he has a problem on his hands. Instead of a dead cat, he now has a bag of seriously suspicious goods. Despite warnings from DCI Steve Philmore, and with scarce ability to stay out of trouble, Quentin and Wanda decide to investigate. Yet, faced with a desperate criminal with nothing to lose, will their detective skills be up to the task? THE MYSTERY OF THE LUCKY CAT is the second standalone cozy crime caper in this humorous series by Christine McHaines. Look out for the first book, THE MYSTERY OF THE HIDDEN ...

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The Puzzle Chamber Mysteries: The Labyrinthine Library by B.E. Lockwood (20 Reviews)    Price verified 42 minutes ago

Step into the shadowed halls of "The Puzzle Chamber Mysteries: The Labyrinthine Library," where every whisper and echo holds the key to untold mysteries and ancient wisdom. This gripping novel invites readers on an unforgettable journey through the heart of a library unlike any other -- a place where books breathe secrets, walls shift with magic, and puzzles guard the path to hidden truths. Join an intrepid seeker, chosen to unravel the labyrinth's deepest mysteries and confront challenges that blend the arcane with the intellectual. From the Cryptic Key to the Last Hidden Chamber, each puzzle unfolds not just the secrets of the library but the mysteries of the universe. As you navigate through living mazes and decipher ancient riddles, you'll discover not only the library's hidden treasures but also the power of knowledge and the strength within yourself. "The Puzzle Chamber Mysteries: The Labyrinthine Library" is a testament to the enduring allure of mystery and the pursuit of ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Unsettling Sips: Volume 1 by Anthony Constantino (2 Reviews)    Price verified 42 minutes ago

Five short stories, mostly horror. Anthodite Garden: In the hinterlands of 1920s America, a young man boldly explores a supposedly unexplored cave system in search of adventure. In the delights of exploration, he finds wondrous fossils, claustrophobic caverns, and the result of youthful arrogance. For Justice's Sake: A sheriff sets out to bring a murderer to justice. Upon finding the man's cabin, he braces himself and draws his gun, ready to bring the filth to justice, one way or another. The Dancing Pines: A young explorer sets out on an ill advised exploration in the wake of the return of the Corps of Discover. When he arrives in the Bitterroot Mountains of Montana and Idaho, he finds no animals to hunt, and is caught in the middle of an unseasonal blizzard. It isn't long before he finds the cause of the blizzard... But Not Forgotten: An old man has one last drink, raising a glass to friends here and gone. Linstock Deceit: In the wake of a nameless battle in the US Civil War, a ...

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Waken by Melissa Mendelson (2 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Melissa R. Mendelson is a consistent submitter of short stories and poems which have been published in The Sirens Call. I've gotten to know Melissa and her work over many years. All her pieces are thoroughly thought out and easy to read. Her characters are well developed, making it effortless for her readers to connect with them. Melissa puts her heart in her writing, and it shows. It is always a pleasure to work with her. She is careful to make sure the continuity of her stories flow effectively. Gloria Bobrowicz Editor-in-Chief/Owner, Sirens Call Publications Gary Javin was at the top of his world. His only dilemma was what his wife, Holly wanted, but now was not the time. Then, a strange man bearing a strong resemblance to him warned to "Beware the storm. She's coming for you." Was his words nothing more than a lunatic raving, but the storm came. And lightning struck him, and Gary awoke to a strange world, one that was opposite his. How does he get home? How does he tell Holly ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Fisherman's Tale: A Wimplebridge Story (The Wimplebridge Stories) by William Hadley (1 Review)    Price verified 42 minutes ago

Gary Wood is a poacher, his father was a poacher and his grandfather was a poacher. Gary takes rabbits from the woods, pheasants from the fields and fish from the rivers. The landscape around his home in Stratford on Avon is rich with opportunities for him and his father Pete. They trap, shoot and fish wherever and whenever they they fancy. But Pete and Gary's luck has run out, they're caught in the woods with their guns one night and a court appearance is pending. For Pete things couldn't look worse, his treasured shotgun is held in the police evidence locker and his pride is badly bruised. Gary, on the other hand, is about to discover there are worse things in life than a damaged ego.

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Secrets of the Greek Revival (The Mystery House Series Book 1) by Eva Pohler (Green Press/Eva Pohler) (2,679 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Like Nancy Drew meets The Golden Girls! A haunted house. An old secret. Three friends who get in too deep. Ellen and her two best friends share a mid-life crisis by hatching a plan to renovate an 1860's Greek revival in the nearby historic district of San Antonio. Although Ellen isn't one to believe in ghosts, she comes face to face with something inexplicable in the attic. Her ghost-enthusiast friends convince her that they must help the spirit find closure, and as they dig deeper into the past, they uncover a shocking history that someone in the neighborhood doesn't want exposed. But Ellen and her friends don't give up easily. They realize they've been called to give voice to the invisible women who suffered behind the walls of the house for decades. The books in this series may be read in any order. If you can't get enough of Karen White, Bobbie Holmes, Heather Graham, or Jana Deleon, then this paranormal mystery with an unexpected twist is for you! "Slightly wacky ladies, ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Heiress & The Detective: The Thin Man's Nick & Nora: Origin (Scott F Neve's Prequels, Sequels and Parodies Book 7) by Scott F Neve (18 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

*Inspired by the short stories of author? ?Dashiell Hammett A series of tragic events precedes the marriage of the classiest sleuthing couple ever. The west coast heiress meets the east coast detective for the first time in San Francisco. The life of the girl's father is being threatened by a blackmailer who is someone very close to the family. Trigger-happy cops, high society dames, and murderous fugitives cause mayhem for the heiress. Can the detective solve the mystery, foil the villain, and win the girl's heart? Or will this really be his last case?

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense