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In The Shadows: The year's most explosive thriller
by Gilles Boyer Edouard PhilippeLoved House of Cards?Terribly gripping, ***** Cedrick'Utterly fascinating.' ***** Perlustra'Absolutely brilliant.' ***** BertrandHe thought the worst was behind them. The primaries done and dusted. The Presidency within arm's reach.He couldn't have been more wrong.Not only were the primaries rigged; they had revealeda web of lies that was but the tip of a huge iceberg.But where there's a will, there's a way...
In The Shadows: The year's most explosive thriller
by Gilles Boyer Edouard PhilippeLoved House of Cards?Terribly gripping, ***** Cedrick'Utterly fascinating.' ***** Perlustra'Absolutely brilliant.' ***** BertrandHe thought the worst was behind them. The primaries done and dusted. The Presidency within arm's reach.He couldn't have been more wrong.Not only were the primaries rigged; they had revealeda web of lies that was but the tip of a huge iceberg.But where there's a will, there's a way...
In Their Blood
by Sharon PottsBorn into a life of privilege, Jeremy Stroeb loves freedom, loathes responsibility and drops out of college to start backpacking across Europe. But this free-spirited drifter crashes back to brutal reality when his parents, Rachel and Daniel Stroeb, are murdered in their home on Miami Beach. When he returns to Miami, Jeremy assumes guardianship of his teenage sister, Elise, who is traumatized and convinced the killer will be back for her. With steely, urgent resolve, Jeremy vows to find out what really happened to Rachel Stroeb, the respected CPA and Daniel Stroeb, the controversial professor. Determined to get on the inside of his parents' lives, Jeremy takes a job at the accounting firm where his mother worked, and enrolls at the university where his father taught. But too many details don't add up. With mounting certainty that his parents were anything but the people he thought they were, Jeremy must face the toughest questions of all. Who were Rachel and Daniel Stroeb? And when will the killer be back for the next of kin?
In Their Footsteps & Thief of Hearts (Tavistock Family Series)
by Tess GerritsenIN THEIR FOOTSTEPS: The quiet scandal surrounding her parents' death has always haunted Beryl Tavistock. Now she's asking dangerous questions and the answers are proving that the past does not die easily. Pulled into a world of espionage, Beryl quickly discovers that she needs help, and ex-CIA agent Richard Wolf is her only hope. But in a world where trust is a double-edged sword, friends become enemies and enemies are killers. . . THIEF OF HEARTS: Reformed cat burglar Clea Rice has witnessed enough crimes to put her on the straight and narrow. But little does she suspect that her search for justice will land her in the arms of wealthy English gentleman Jordan Tavistock. As their attraction grows, so does the danger. Now their biggest concern isn't whether a proper gentleman and a cat burglar can find happiness. . . it's whether they'll survive long enough to find out.
In Their Footsteps & Thief of Hearts: In Their Footsteps Thief Of Hearts
by Tess GerritsenRediscover these heart-pounding classics in an anthology with two thrilling tales from New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen. IN THEIR FOOTSTEPSThe quiet scandal surrounding her parents’ death has always haunted Beryl Tavistock. Now she’s asking dangerous questions and the answers are proving that the past does not die easily. Pulled into a world of espionage, Beryl quickly discovers that she needs help, and ex-CIA agent Richard Wolf is her only hope. But in a world where trust is a double-edged sword, friends become enemies and enemies are killers.THIEF OF HEARTSReformed cat burglar Clea Rice has witnessed enough crimes to put her on the straight and narrow. But little does she suspect that her search for justice will land her in the arms of wealthy English gentleman Jordan Tavistock. As their attraction grows, so does the danger. Now their biggest concern isn’t whether a proper gentleman and a cat burglar can find happiness...it’s whether they’ll survive long enough to find out.
In Their Footsteps (Bride Series)
by Tess GerritsenRediscover this classic story from master thriller author Tess GerritsenThe quiet scandal surrounding the death of her parents has always haunted Beryl Tavistock. Now she’s asking dangerous questions, and the answers are proving that the past does not die easily.Pulled into a world of espionage, Beryl quickly discovers that she needs help, and former CIA agent Richard Wolf is her only hope. But in a world where trust is a double-edged sword, friends become enemies and enemies are killers.Originally published in 1994
In Their Footsteps and Justice for a Ranger
by Tess Gerritsen Rita HerronWhen the past won’t stay buried…In Their Footsteps by New York Times Bestselling Author Tess GerritsenThe quiet scandal surrounding her parents’ death has always haunted Beryl Tavistock. Now she’s asking dangerous questions, and the answers are proving that the past does not die easily. Pulled into a world of espionage, Beryl quickly discovers that she needs help, and former CIA agent Richard Wolf is her only hope. But in a world where trust is a double-edged sword, friends become enemies, and enemies are killers.FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Justice for a Ranger by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Rita HerronTexas Ranger Cole McKinney’s half brothers have called him back to Justice, Texas, to help solve two murder cases—with their father as the prime suspect. Joey Hendricks came to Justice as the governor’s special investigator. Together, she and Cole team up to find answers, unleashing a passion that’s impossible to resist. But Joey’s own secrets could blow her one chance for love—and solving these murders—sky-high.
In Their Shadows (Pseudo #2)
by Briana ColeIn this scandal-filled novel of secrets, suspense, and scamming, a female con artist&’s seemingly perfect double life built on lies finally catches up with her. Will appeal to fans of psychological suspense, gritty drama, and readers of De&’Nesha Diamond, Kiki Swinson, Saundra, Wahida Clark, Ashley & JaQuavis, Victoria Christopher Murray, and Shelly Ellis. Raised to be the ultimate scam artist, April has been many women to many people. She seduces, extracts fortunes, then vanishes without a trace. And now she&’s finally living her dream of having two perfect—separate—lives. That means two mad-successful identities, and two unsuspecting husbands. But a mysterious package has just arrived—and its contents threaten to expose April&’s every scandalous secret . . . Up against a merciless, unknown adversary, April must maintain her flawless images—while revisiting her past exploits. She&’ll need to step-up her tricks and utilize every conniving play she&’s ever learned to save her freedom, and her life. But amid all those she&’s wronged, even April&’s insight and savvy can&’t predict who she can trust—or who wants to end her. And the ultimate price she&’ll have to pay promises anything but survival . . .Praise for Briana Cole and her novels &“Lust, jealousy, betrayal, and desperation to survive drive this dramatic tale that will appeal to fans of contemporary multicultural romance authors DeNesha Diamond, Victoria Christopher Murray, and Shelly Ellis.&” --Booklist on The Hearts We Burn&“Thrilling, unique, and so addicting! Briana Cole brings a spin to a taboo lifestyle that had me hooked from the first page. . . .A fantastic, enthralling novel that should not be missed! --Shanora Williams, New York Times bestselling author on The Wives We Play
In These Hallowed Halls: A Dark Academia anthology
by Paul Kane J. T. Ellison Olivie Blake M. L. RioENROLLMENT BEGINS NOWA beguiling, sinister collection of 12 dark academia short stories from masters of the genre, including Olivie Blake, M.L. Rio, Susie Yang and more!In these stories, dear student, retribution visits a lothario lecturer; the sinister truth is revealed about a missing professor; a forsaken lover uses a séance for revenge; an obsession blooms about a possible illicit affair; two graduates exhume the secrets of a reclusive scholar; horrors are uncovered in an obscure academic department; five hopeful initiates must complete a murderous task and much more! Featuring brand-new stories from:Olivie Blake M.L. Rio David BellSusie Yang Layne Fargo J.T. Ellison James Tate Hill Kelly Andrew Phoebe Wynne Kate Weinberg Helen Grant Tori BovalinoDefinition of dark academia in English:dark academia1. An internet subculture concerned with higher education, the arts, and literature, or an idealised version thereof with a focus on the pursuit of knowledge and an exploration of death. 2. A set of aesthetic principles. Scholarly with a gothic edge – tweed blazers, vintage cardigans, scuffed loafers, a worn leather satchel full of brooding poetry. Enthusiasts are usually found in museums and darkened libraries.
In This Grave Hour: A Maisie Dobbs Novel (Maisie Dobbs)
by Jacqueline Winspear<P>Sunday September 3rd 1939. At the moment Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain broadcasts to the nation Britain’s declaration of war with Germany, a senior Secret Service agent breaks into Maisie Dobbs' flat to await her return. Dr. Francesca Thomas has an urgent assignment for Maisie: to find the killer of a man who escaped occupied Belgium as a boy, some twenty-three years earlier during the Great War. <P>In a London shadowed by barrage balloons, bomb shelters and the threat of invasion, within days another former Belgian refugee is found murdered. And as Maisie delves deeper into the killings of the dispossessed from the “last war," a new kind of refugee — an evacuee from London — appears in Maisie's life. <P>The little girl billeted at Maisie’s home in Kent does not, or cannot, speak, and the authorities do not know who the child belongs to or who might have put her on the “Operation Pied Piper” evacuee train. They know only that her name is Anna. <P>As Maisie’s search for the killer escalates, the country braces for what is to come. Britain is approaching its gravest hour — and Maisie could be nearing a crossroads of her own. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
In This Rain
by S. J. RozanThree years ago, a child's death blew open a vortex of corruption inside Manhattan's lucrative construction industry. And it sent one innocent man to jail. Joe Cole is a former city investigator who now lives a broken life, cut off from his wife and daughter, and from the city he once knew so well. But for Joe, everything changes when a woman's murder and a teenager's rooftop freefall rip open old wounds--and reveal a shocking layer of rage and deception.
In Thrall to the Enemy Commander: In The Sheriff's Protection In Thrall To The Enemy Commander Captain Amberton's Inherited Bride (Mills And Boon Historical Ser.)
by Greta GilbertCleopatra’s slave girland an enemy Roman soldier…Egyptian slave Wen-Nefer is wary of all men. But she can’t help but be captivated by handsome Titus, adviser to Julius Caesar, even though he is commanding and intolerant of bold women like her. Their affair is as all-consuming as it is forbidden. But is he a man who will go to any lengths to love her despite their boundaries…or a sworn enemy she must never trust?“Gilbert’s passion for ancient history imbues her tales with authenticity [and] immerses readers in a long-lost culture.” — RT Book Reviews on The Spaniard’s Innocent Maiden“Gilbert’s desert romance is a tale to prize … Definitely a must.” — RT Book Reviews on Enslaved by the Desert Trader
In Time I Dream About You
by Gene GantGavin Goode was a star athlete and a good student until one catastrophic decision destroyed his future. As a member of the savage street gang the Cold Bloods, Gavin ran afoul of the leader, Apache, a bigot determined to punish Gavin for his sexuality. After being framed for a crime he didn’t commit, Gavin faces a prison sentence—and the promise of relentless rape and torment. With his spirit almost broken, Gavin learns his beloved father has suffered a near-fatal assault. But a friend appears when Gavin needs him most. Cato has been masquerading as a prison guard when in reality he is a time traveler—one with the ability to wipe the slate clean for Gavin… and his father. But changing the past will threaten the future for many innocent people. Gavin finds himself trapped between saving his father and himself or accepting the steep price of preserving the time stream.
In Time of the Poisoned Queen (Nicholas Segalla series, Book 4): A dangerous journey into the mysteries of Tudor England
by Paul DohertyWith so many enemies, how will Nicholas Segalla unravel the web of mysteries?Nicholas Segalla visits Tudor England once again in Paul Doherty's gripping mystery, In the Time of the Poisoned Queen. Perfect for fans of Susanna Gregory and C. J. Sansom.1558 was a year of sinister and bloody conspiracy in England. Deserted by her husband, Philip of Spain, Queen Mary faces an ever-tightening circle of conspiracy and deceit. Rumours and whispers abound that she, like her first minister Reginald Cardinal Pole, is being slowly murdered by a subtle poison. There are many who would benefit from Mary's death: Catherine de' Medici, Queen of France and 'Mistress of the Poisons'; beautiful Mary, Queen of Scots, heiress presumptive to the throne in the eyes of English Catholics; Pope Paul IV surveys the silken threads of treachery from his perch in Rome; and the Queen's own half-sister, Elizabeth, who takes council from her 'little wizard' William Cecil. Who is behind the letters signed by the 'Four Evangelists'? What is the secret concealed in the phrase 'Mark 15.34'? What does a verse from the Gospels predict about the future succession of England? Nicholas Segalla, a mysterious scholar and diplomat, must thread his way through this web of Byzantine intrigue.What readers are saying about Paul Doherty:'A cracker, full of twists and turns, with an overarching mystery of who exactly is Segalla''Paul Doherty's books are a joy to read''The sounds and smells of the period seem to waft from the pages of [Paul Doherty's] books'
In Times of Trouble
by Yolonda Tonette SandersImpressed by outward appearances, Lisa Hampton is quick to judge others based on their status and wealth--until her powerful friends try to ruin her happiness. Divorced, single-mother Lisa Hampton has been able to start a new life after a scandalous incident that forced her to relocate to Ohio. Thanks to her job she has the opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the wealthiest and most influential people in the state. Lisa's biggest issue nowadays is her rebellious teenage daughter, Chanelle. Other than the stress of dealing with Chanelle, life couldn't be any better for Lisa. She is best friends with Isaac and Olivia Scott, the most influential and powerful couple in the state. If she isn't hanging with Olivia, Lisa is spending time with her new beau, Minister Eric Freeman. His prayers and words of encouragement have helped her weather the storms in her life. Lisa looks forward to the possibility of a future with Eric, though his expectations may be more than she can handle. When Chanelle accuses the Scotts' son of rape, Lisa discovers how quickly her friends become foes as Olivia and Isaac use their wealth, prestige, and power to manipulate justice. And just as things seem to be going smoothly for Lisa and Chanelle, Olivia makes one last destructive move that threatens everything they hold dear.
In Too Deep
by Bea DavenportBea Davenport explodes onto the thriller scene with a &“moody, disquieting debut [that] focuses on an unlikely friendship between two women&” (Publishers Weekly, starred review). The window&’s so small I can&’t see what happens next. But what I do know is that Kim is dead. And I know this, too—that I helped to kill her. Kim, my lovely, only, best friend. Five years ago, Maura fled her life and took on a new identity, desperately trying to piece her life back together and escape the dark clouds that plagued her past. Now, a reporter tracks Maura down and persuades her to tell her story, putting her life in danger once again. Layer upon layer of violence and deceit are revealed in Maura&’s story of herself as a small-town young mother trapped in a dysfunctional marriage—and of a newfound friendship with a vibrant outsider. Hidden secrets are uncovered that have been left to settle, for far too long. But in life some things can&’t be left unsaid, and eventually the truth will out, whatever the consequences. &“A tense and suspenseful debut.&”—Margaret Murphy, author of Darkness Falls &“A taut and suspenseful psychological thriller which marks her as a writer to watch and an exciting new voice in crime fiction.&”—But Books Are Better &“One of those compulsive reads that draws you in from the start . . . a clever story.&”—Cleopatra Loves Books
In Too Deep
by Coert VoorheesAnnie Fleet, master scuba diver and history buff, knows she can't fight her nerd status as a freshman at her Los Angeles private school. And she doesn't care-except for the fact that her crush, Josh, thinks she's more adorable than desirable. Annie is determined to set him straight on their school trip to Mexico. But her teacher has other plans: he needs Annie to help him find Cortez's lost-long treasure. Suddenly, Annie finds herself scuba diving in pitch-black waters, jetting to Hawaii with Josh, and hunting for the priceless Golden Jaguar. But Annie and Josh aren't the only ones lured by the possibility of finding the greatest treasure ever lost at sea. Someone else wants the gold-and needs Annie dead. In deeper danger than she ever imagined, can Annie get the boy and find the Jaguar, or is she in over her head? Critically-acclaimed author Coert Voorhees delivers breathtaking romance and non-stop action in his newest novel, the spirited and captivating In Too Deep.
In Too Deep
by Janelle TaylorWhen it comes to creating soul-searing romantic suspense, the award-winning Janelle Taylor is unparalleled. In her latest novel, an endangered Texas heiress unwittingly falls under the surveillance of a rugged cop with vengeance burning in his blood--and passion blazing in his heart ... SOMEBODY IS WATCHING HER... Daddy's girl no more, single mom Jenny Holloway is determined to start over in Santa Fe without any help from her family or their millions. Miles from home, and from her menacing ex-husband, Jenny is caught off-guard by her fierce attraction to a handsome, enigmatic loner--and by her own growing suspicion that she's being followed. ... AND HE MAYBE CLOSER THAN SHE THINKS. Bound by utmost secrecy and bent on revenge, Hunter Calgary has warily taken the alluring Jenny under his wing. She can never know why his path crossed hers--nor why he refuses to let her out of his sight. Now, as a shadowy menace edges ever closer, Hunter is torn between his thirst for retaliation against the stranger who shattered his world--and his growing hunger for the woman who must never guess the truth about his motives--or his emotions. ...
In Too Deep
by Patricia H. Rushford Rachel DuludeJennie McGrady’s summer has just settled back into a comfortable lull when her chemistry teacher, Tom Mancini, turns up dead from a drug overdose in his lab at Trinity High School. A suicide note seems to close the case, but Jennie smells foul play—especially since a series of break-ins had been reported at the school—and her sleuthing uncovers some unsettling information. The hard part comes when she must convince police to investigate without implicating herself in the crime.
In Too Deep
by Tina Wainscott[From the back cover:] SOMEONE HAS ENTERED HER HOME... Society writer Winslow Talbot feels she is living a lie: She is beautiful, but her face has been cleverly constructed by plastic surgeons after an automobile crash. She is rich, but the wealth belongs to her doting stepfather who's funded a life she finds increasingly shallow. So when she learns of a hit-and-run boating accident that leaves a young Cuban girl terribly disfigured, Winslow sees the opportunity to make a real difference and decides to help the injured child. SOMEONE KNOWS ALL HER SECRETS... She begins an investigation that leads her to Alex Díaz, editor of a Miami newspaper. But Alex warns Winslow against snooping in Florida's exile community where passions often explode with deadly consequences. SOMEONE WANTS TO KILL HER... Ignoring the warning, Winslow continues probing for answers even as it pits her against her family, her boss, and the Miami police as a killer waits patiently in the shadows to see her die..." Several more books by this author are in the Bookshare collection including: What She Doesn't Know, Dan All Over Again, Driven to Distraction, Falling Fast Falling Hard, Way of the Warrior, Wild Nights Wild On You, Wild Ways, Now You See Me, Second Time Around, In a Heartbeat and The Best of me, with more to come.
In Too Deep (Arcane Society: Looking Glass Trilogy #1)
by Jayne Ann KrentzIn her latest Arcane Society novel, "New York Times"-bestselling author Krentz delivers the first book in her new Looking Glass Trilogy--the story of a paranormal investigator and his assistant who are dragged into the secret history of a secluded coastal town in northern California, and forced to fight for their lives.
In Too Deep (Jennie McGrady Mystery #8)
by Patricia H. RushfordIn Too Deep finds Jennie at the center of a criminal investigation when her chemistry teacher, Tom Mancini, is discovered dead of a drug overdose in his lab at Trinity High. The death initially appears to be a suicide, but the autopsy report tells another story. Jennie begins delving into Mancini's past in hope of uncovering possible motives and suspects, but her sleuthing turns up some very unsettling information. Jennie McGrady's summer has just settled back into a comfortable lull when her chemistry professor turns up dead from a drug overdose. A suicide note seems to close the case, but Jennie smells foul play in the lab. The challenge is convincing the police to investigate--without implicating herself in the case. Gavin Winslow fancies himself Portland's version of Clark Kent. Friendly and handsome in his own studious kind of way, Jennie values his instincts. But when he mysteriously disappears, Jennie is completely baffled. Whose side is he on? Detective Nate Rastovski is new in the homicide department and hardly eager to welcome sleuthing help from Jennie. In fact, he's far more interested in Jennie's mother. While the death of Jennie's teacher hangs unresolved, he's concentrating on the romance department--and leaving Jennie's suspicions out in the cold. Sometimes truth wears a mask... In Too Deep
In Too Deep (Robyn Hunter Mysteries #8)
by Norah McClintockRobyn should be having the time of her life. She has a great summer job, and it's just a boat ride away from her friend Morgan's lakeside house. But she misses her boyfriend, Nick. Suddenly Nick appears in town—on a dangerous mission. He promised a friend he'd investigate a local suicide. Did Alex Richmond drown himself? Or was he killed because he knew too much? Robyn intends to find out—whether or not Nick wants her help.
In Too Deep (Tearoom Mysteries #22)
by Elizabeth AdamsJan agrees to chaperone the church youth group, including her granddaughter Avery, on a late-fall overnight camping trip. But she is horrified when she wakes the next morning to discover Avery has wandered off into the Maine wilderness, accompanied only by a new friend. As temperatures drop and flurries fall, Jan's desperation increases as she and the other youth-group leaders are joined by law enforcement officers in a frantic search. Can they find the missing girls and bring them to safety before it's too late? Meanwhile, Elaine has been planning an engagement party for her daughter, Sasha, and Sasha's fiancé, Brody. But, despite Jan's insistence that they carry on, how can they bring themselves to celebrate when Avery's missing? Mix together one stately Victorian home, a charming lakeside town in Maine, and two adventurous cousins with a passion for tea and hospitality. Add a large scoop of intriguing mystery and sprinkle generously with faith, family, and friends, and you have the recipe for Tearoom Mysteries.
In Too Deep: A Reacher Novel (Jack Reacher #29)
by Lee Child Andrew Child#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A gripping Jack Reacher thriller from the bestselling authors Lee Child and Andrew ChildDon&’t miss the hit streaming series Reacher!Reacher had no idea where he was. No idea how he had gotten there. But someone must have brought him. And shackled him. And whoever had done those things was going to rue the day. That was for damn sure.Jack Reacher wakes up alone, in the dark, handcuffed to a makeshift bed. His right arm has suffered some major damage. His few possessions are gone. He has no memory of getting there.The last thing Reacher can recall is the car he hitched a ride in getting run off the road. The driver was killed.His captors assume Reacher was the driver&’s accomplice and patch up his wounds as they plan to make him talk.A plan that will backfire spectacularly . . .