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A Deadly Little Collection: Collecting Deadly Little Secret, Deadly Little Lies, and Deadly Little Games (A Touch Novel)
by Laurie Faria StolarzFeaturing Books I???III of the Touch series, this Deadly Little Collection follows the supernatural romance of sixteen-year-old Camelia. Beginning with Deadly Little Secret, Camelia meets a mysterious boy named Ben???who is rumored to have been responsible for his ex-girlfriend's death. Then, the mystery continues in Deadly Little Lies when Camelia starts dating her hot new coworker, Adam. But after a chilling sequence of events upturns secrets from Ben's past???and Adam's???it is up to Camelia to figure out who is lying. Then, in Deadly Little Games, mysterious clues continue to pile up, leaving Camelia with the decision to help Ben...or risk losing him and suffer the consequences. Don't miss this suspenseful collection of novels by Laurie Faria Stolarz!
A Deadly Measure of Brimstone: A Dandy Gilver Mystery (Dandy Gilver Murder Mystery Series #4)
by Catriona McPhersonCatriona McPherson's critically acclaimed mystery series set in 1920s Scotland and featuring plucky and laugh-out-loud-funny heroine Dandy Gilver is perfect for fans of PG Wodehouse, Dorothy L Sayers, and Agatha Christie.In A Deadly Measure of Brimstone, Dandy and the whole Gilver clan travel to a spa town for a weekend of relaxation which is quickly interrupted by a slew of mysterious— and deadly—events.The men of the Gilver family have come down, between them, with influenza, bronchitis, pneumonia and pleurisy. The family repairs to the town of Moffat, there to submit to the galvanic wraps and cold salt rubs of the splendid Laidlaw Hydropathic Hotel.But all is not well at the Hydro, and the secret of the lady who arrived but never left cannot be kept for long. And what of those drifting shapes in the Turkish bath? Just steam shifting in the air? Probably. But in this town the dead can be as much trouble as the living.
A Deadly Obsession
by Melanie JamesA Deadly Obsession by NYT and USA Today bestselling romantic suspense author Melanie James is a thrilling romantic suspense that will have you turning the pages from start to finish. Book 2 of Melanie's Riverton Romance series delves into secrets of the past and the things people do in the name of love!Redemption, justice, and vengeance, how far will someone go to protect the ones they love?Jake never wanted the life he was born into. He worked hard to keep his past a secret from everyone, including the love of his life. When an unknown force comes after the woman he loves, he may have to give everything to protect her... including his life. There is a fine line between right and wrong and how much someone is willing to risk for love!This erotic mystery thriller contains hot, sexy police officers, a love triangle, and explicit sex. A Deadly Obsession is not intended for readers under the age of 18.Previously Published: (2014) Melanie James, Black Paw Publishing
A Deadly Paradise (A Commissario Cenni Investigation #2)
by Grace BrophyEven in paradise, evil lurks beneath the surface.
A Deadly Penance
by Maureen AshA new Templar Knight mystery from the author who "masterfully creates a medieval world full of rich historic detail." (National bestselling author Victoria Thompson) Templar Bascot de Marins is summoned to Lincoln Castle to learn who murdered a servant engaged in an illicit affair with a married woman. Even though the jealous husband had a motive, Bascot's investigation uncovers a more shocking revelation about the victim that would give him any number of potential enemies...
A Deadly Promise
by Joan Lowery NixonSarah risks her life to clear her murdered father's name and expose big-time criminal activity in the lawless mining town of Leadville. Sequel to "High Trail to Danger."
A Deadly Row
by Casey MayesCapturing the hot new craze: The new Math Puzzle mystery series. Math whiz Savannah Stone makes a living creating Math puzzles in rural North Carolina. But when the mayor starts receiving death threats, Savannah needs to solve this puzzle-before the next box to be filled is the mayor's coffin.
A Deadly Secret
by Jim Boulden Torrey DouglasDiana and Ronnie are forced to re-examine their values and life styles when an eating disorder leads to a potentially terminal illness
A Deadly Shade of Gold: A Travis McGee Novel (Travis McGee #5)
by John D. Macdonald Lee ChildWhen Travis McGee discovers a face from his past lying in a pool of blood on a cheap motel room floor, he wants answers. But so far, all he has are questions--plus the dubious inheritance of his friend's vengeance-driven girlfriend, and a valuable ancient Aztec golden idol. Part rebel, part philosopher, and every inch his own man, Travis McGee plunges into a wild and perilous trek for a killer that takes him from the Lauderdale beaches to the seething corruption of American expatriates in a distant Mexican town, to the lush high life of the California jet set."A master storyteller, a wizard of dialogue, characterization, and plot."Chicago Tribune Book World
A Deadly Silver Sea (Zack Chasteen Series #4)
by Bob MorrisThe Royal Star, the most exclusive cruise ship in the world, has just set sail from Miami on its inaugural voyage. For the hundred or so notable and well-heeled passengers, including Zack Chasteen, and his wife, Barbara, the itinerary is a secret and the week ahead promises to be an ultra-indulgent tropical sojourn. But just an hour out of port, gunmen take over the Royal Star, killing most of the officers and sequestering passengers throughout the ship. Not only is Zack separated from Barbara, he has another worry --Barbara is eight months pregnant with their first child and could go into labor at any moment. As Zack and his fellow captives struggle to get an upper hand, the ship's hijackers offer few clues to their motives. Maybe it's a simple kidnap/extortion plot. Or maybe the hijackers are bent on more devious ends - using the Royal Star as a giant torpedo to blow up another cruise ship. Either way, Zack must figure out a way to stop them--while keeping himself and his wife alive.
A Deadly Thaw: A Mystery (Inspector Francis Sadler #2)
by Sarah WardDC Childs investigates when a convicted murderer’s victim is found recently dead almost two decades later in this mystery.Lena Grey is found guilty of murdering her husband, who was found smothered in their bed. She offers no defense and serves fourteen long years in prison. But within months of her release nearly two decades later, his body is found in a disused morgue, recently killed. Who was the man she killed before, and why did she lie about his identity?Detective Inspector Francis Sadler and his Derbyshire team try to discover how such a well-orchestrated deception could have occurred. DC Connie Childs is convinced that something greater than marital strife caused the murders, but before Lena can be questioned further, she vanishes. Back in Lena’s childhood home, her sister Kat, a therapist, is shocked by her sister’s duplicity. When she begins to receive mysterious packages from a young man claiming to know her sister’s location, Kat is drawn into her own investigation of her family’s well-hidden secrets. As her inquiries begin to collide with the murder investigation, a link to the sisters’ teenage lives emerges, and the line between victim and perpetrator becomes blurred in this tightly plotted, compelling novel perfect for fans of Deborah Crombie and Sharon Bolton.“An excellent police procedural that shows how psychological damage from the past casts shadows over the present.” —Kirkus Reviews
A Deadly Tonic: Eliza Thomson Investigates (Eliza Thomson Investigates #1)
by Vl McBeathEliza Thomson Investigates... Murder, intrigue, and a would-be amateur sleuth. An early morning visitor disturbs the peace at the London townhouse of Dr Archie Thomson and his wife, Eliza. But his identity, and the reason for his visit, remain unknown as he mumbles a few cryptic words and promptly drops dead! What did he mean? And who wrote the mysterious note they find in his pocket? Excited to embark on some amateur sleuthing, Eliza takes her friend Connie on a trip across London searching for clues. But when they get a little too close to the truth, things threaten to get deadly... This is the first story in the Eliza Thomson Investigates series. If you like murder mysteries and historical heroines with attitude, you'll love this introductory novella. More books in this British cozy mystery series are on their way to your Bookshare library.
A Deadly Trade (Detective Kubu #2)
by Michael StanleyIn this crime fiction, a mutilated body is found at a tourist camp in northern Botswana. The question facing Detective 'Kubu' Bengu was: "How can a man die twice? "The corpse of Goodluck Tinubu displays the classic signs of a revenge killing. But when his fingerprints are analyzed, Kubu makes a shocking discovery: Tinubu is already dead. He was slain in the Rhodesian war thirty years ago.
A Deadly Trade (Detective Kubu Book 2)
by Michael Stanley'Impressive . . . The intricate plotting, a grisly sense of realism and numerous topical motifs make this a compulsively readable novel' Publishers WeeklyThe second in the fantastic crime series, featuring connoisseur Assistant Superintendant David 'Kubu' Bengu of the Botswana Police Force.When a mutilated body is found at a tourist camp in northern Botswana, the corpse displays the classic signs of a revenge killing. But when fingerprints are analysed Detective 'Kubu' makes a shocking discovery: the victim is already dead. He was slain in the Rhodesian war thirty ago.Kubu soon realises that nothing at the camp is as it seems. And as the guests are picked off one by one, time is running out. With rumours of horrifying war crimes, the scent of a drug-smuggling trail and mounting pressure from his superiors to contend with, Kubu forgets there is one door left unguarded - his own. And as he sets a trap to find a murderer, the hunters are closing in on him...'I'm fascinated by Africa and now I really want to visit Botswana. Through this book, I've come to love the people there, and fall totally for the main character' Louise Penny, New York Times bestselling author of the Chief Inspector Gamache novels'Highly recommend' Library Journal Readers around the world are loving A Deadly Trade:'A wonderful book' Amazon reviewer'Kubu is a delightful character' Amazon reviewer'Michael Stanley is well on his way to establishing himself in the international crime thriller scene' Amazon reviewer
A Deadly Twist (Chief Inspector Andreas Kaldis Mysteries #11)
by Jeffrey SigerSome crimes can never be forgivenor atoned forWhen Athens journalist Nikoletta Elia disappears while on assignment on the island of Naxos, her editor calls on Chief Inspector Andreas Kaldis to investigate. Sent to report on the conflict between preservationists and advocates for expanded tourism, Nikoletta is approached by a fan who takes credit for several suspicious deaths she'd reported on in the past. The assassin claims to have abandoned that life, and convinces the reporter to write about him and his murderous exploits for hire.Kaldis sends his deputy, Yianni, to look into her disappearance when an unidentified body is found at the base of a cliff. Who is the mysterious corpse, and where is Nikoletta? Leads turn into more dead bodies in this twisting tale of greed, corruption, and murder that puts Kaldis, his family, and members of his team in the path of a ruthless killer who will stop at nothing to keep dark secrets buriedforever.
A Deadly Vineyard Holiday: Martha's Vineyard Mystery #8 (Martha’s Vineyard Mysteries #8)
by Philip R. CraigAt first, the girl J. W. Jackson encounters strolling alone along South Beach seems like your typical teenager. But there's nothing typical about young Cricket Callahan, the spirited only daughter of the vacationing President of the United States. Why is the feisty First Kid so intent upon eluding her Secret Service guardians, and why does the President want J.W. and Zee to watch over her? The answer comes in the form of a dead body. Not even executive privilege can shield the President's daughter from harm unless Jackson roots out a vengeful killer who may be hiding among the President's most trusted.
A Deadly Walk in Devon (A Walk Through England Mystery)
by Nicholas GeorgeFans of Carlene O&’Connor&’s Irish Village mysteries will love curling up with this new cozy series set in England and featuring gay sleuth Rick &“Chase&” Chasen. Still grieving the death of his long-time partner, Chase reunites with his dear friend and fellow Anglophile Billie Mondreau for a seacoast holiday of historic sightseeing. Assigned a pair of guides from the tour company Wanderers, Chase and Billie join seven other like-minded Americans looking forward to an English getaway. All except for Ronald Gretz. The wealthy entrepreneur behind the international Golden Sunset nursing home chain doesn&’t like anything about walking, touring, or England. Coarse and opinionated, Gretz&’s complaints get on the nerves of his fellow Wanderers—and his long-suffering trophy wife. But Gretz&’s gripes are tied to his own nerves being frayed. He has been receiving threatening texts and emails signed &“An Avenger.&” Convinced someone means him harm, Gretz asks Chase to watch his back. Soon, Gretz falls afoul of several &“accidents,&” leading to more friction with the other walkers. Until one final &“accident&” results in Gretz dead at the bottom of a cliff. Chase, whose investigative instincts remain sharp, knows Gretz&’s death was no accident. While helping the police investigate, he discovers that members of the tour group not only disliked the victim but had legitimate motives for wanting him dead. Now, he just has to uncover who among them is willing to kill . . .
A Deadly Web
by Kay HooperThe new Bishop Files novel by the New York Times bestselling author of The First Prophet and the Bishop/Special Crimes Unit novels.John Brodie is a Guardian, a member of a secretive network devoted to winning a war very few even know exists: protecting the vulnerable psychics in his charge from a deadly, ruthless -- and virtually invisible enemy.Tasha Solomon is a gifted psychic whose abilities have saved her more than once from situations as dangerous as they are baffling. She doesn't believe she needs help, and she doesn't even know that Guardians exist -- until Brodie saves her life. Unaccustomed to depending on anyone for anything, Tasha now finds herself embroiled in deadly game where the ultimate goal is a fate far worse than any nightmare. The only person she can trust is Brodie to guide her through a maze of danger and deception, lies and treachery, friends and enemies, until they reach safe harbor. If they reach safe harbor.
A Deadly Yarn
by Maggie SeftonKelly and Megan could not be happier for their friend Allison Dubois--a young, talented, up-and-coming artist. Invited by a designer to join her New York studio, Allison is about to embark on a new life. But when Kelly and Megan arrive at Allison's apartment to drive her to the airport, they find her dead on the floor, apparently from an overdose of sleeping pills. The police suspect suicide, but Kelly and Megan aren't convinced.Soon Kelly discovers that while Allison's career was on the fast-track, her social life was a mess. A bad news boyfriend, a jealous design student, and a mysterious man named Brian are all prime suspects in Kelly's book. Now it's up to Kelly and her crafty friends from the House of Lambspun to unravel this tightly stitched puzzle...
A Deadly Yarn (A Knitting Mystery #3)
by Maggie SeftonKelly and Megan could not be happier for their friend Allison Dubois--a young, talented, up-and-coming artist. Invited by a designer to join her New York studio, Allison is about to embark on a new life. But when Kelly and Megan arrive at Allison's apartment to drive her to the airport, they find her dead on the floor, apparently from an overdose of sleeping pills. The police suspect suicide, but Kelly and Megan aren't convinced. Soon Kelly discovers that while Allison's career was on the fast-track, her social life was a mess. A bad news boyfriend, a jealous design student, and a mysterious man named Brian are all prime suspects in Kelly's book. Now it's up to Kelly and her crafty friends from the House of Lambspun to unravel this tightly stitched puzzle...
A Deafening Silence In Heaven
by Thomas E. SniegoskiFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Fallen series comes a new Remy Chandler novel.He was once known as the angel Remiel. But, generations ago, Boston PI Remy Chandler renounced Heaven and chose to live on Earth, hiding among us humans, fighting to save our souls...Remy Chandler is hovering on the brink of death, surrounded by friends who are trying to ward off those who would take advantage of his vulnerability. Unbeknownst to them, the greatest threat to Remy is one they can't fight--God himself. The Almighty dispatches Remy far beyond their reach, to an alternate universe where there has been an apocalyptic catastrophe: the Unification.Only as he hunts down the source of this calamity, it becomes clearer and clearer that the person responsible for the tragedy may have been none other than Remy himself.And while he searches for a way to stop his world from following in the footsteps of the doomed alternate reality, enemies are massing in his universe. For the Unification is at hand and, this time, Remy may be powerless to affect its outcome...
A Deafening Silence In Heaven: A Remy Chandler Novel
by Thomas E. SniegoskiFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Fallen series comes a new Remy Chandler novel.He was once known as the angel Remiel. But, generations ago, Boston PI Remy Chandler renounced Heaven and chose to live on Earth, hiding among us humans, fighting to save our souls...Remy Chandler is hovering on the brink of death, surrounded by friends who are trying to ward off those who would take advantage of his vulnerability. Unbeknownst to them, the greatest threat to Remy is one they can't fight--God himself. The Almighty dispatches Remy far beyond their reach, to an alternate universe where there has been an apocalyptic catastrophe: the Unification.Only as he hunts down the source of this calamity, it becomes clearer and clearer that the person responsible for the tragedy may have been none other than Remy himself.And while he searches for a way to stop his world from following in the footsteps of the doomed alternate reality, enemies are massing in his universe. For the Unification is at hand and, this time, Remy may be powerless to affect its outcome...
A Deafening Silence In Heaven: A Remy Chandler Novel
by Thomas E. SniegoskiFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Fallen series comes a new Remy Chandler novel.He was once known as the angel Remiel. But, generations ago, Boston PI Remy Chandler renounced Heaven and chose to live on Earth, hiding among us humans, fighting to save our souls...Remy Chandler is hovering on the brink of death, surrounded by friends who are trying to ward off those who would take advantage of his vulnerability. Unbeknownst to them, the greatest threat to Remy is one they can't fight--God himself. The Almighty dispatches Remy far beyond their reach, to an alternate universe where there has been an apocalyptic catastrophe: the Unification.Only as he hunts down the source of this calamity, it becomes clearer and clearer that the person responsible for the tragedy may have been none other than Remy himself.And while he searches for a way to stop his world from following in the footsteps of the doomed alternate reality, enemies are massing in his universe. For the Unification is at hand and, this time, Remy may be powerless to affect its outcome...
A Deal Before the Altar
by Rachael Thomas"I have a deal to put to you, Mr. Ramirez." Georgina Henshaw will do anything to ensure her younger sister's happiness-even marry the darkly enigmatic Santos Ramirez! She has just one condition-she'll wear his ring, but she'll never share his bed! Santos has earned his ruthless reputation, but even he isn't sure whether to be shocked or awed by Ms. Henshaw's proposal. He can't deny marriage would solve his current problem, but to truly secure his family business, the delectable Georgina must provide him with an heir....!
A Deal Made in Texas (The Fortunes of Texas: The Lost Fortunes)
by Michelle MajorFOURTEEN-CARAT FORTUNE It’s like a page ripped from her diary when Christine Briscoe finds herself dancing with Gavin Fortunado at his sister’s wedding. It’s like a scene from her dreams when the flirtatious attorney asks her to be his—pretend—girlfriend. But there is nothing make-believe about the sparks between the quiet office manager and the sexy Fortune scion. Considering Gavin’s reputation, she might be heading for heartbreak. Or maybe, just maybe, straight down the aisle!