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Mr Hire's Engagement
by Georges Simenon Shaun WhitesideGeorges Simenon's chilling portrayal of tragic love, persecution and betrayal.'One sensed in him neither flesh nor bone, nothing but soft, flaccid matter, so much so that his movements were hard to make out. Very red lips stood out from his orb-like face, as did the thin moustache that he curled with an iron and looked as if it had been drawn on with India ink; on his cheekbones were the symmetrical pink dots of a doll's cheeks.' People find Mr Hire strange, disconcerting. The tenants he shares his building with try to avoid him. He is a peeping Tom, a visitor of prostitutes, a dealer in unsavoury literature. He is also the prime suspect for a brutal murder that he did not commit. Yet Mr Hire's innocence will not stand in the way of those looking for a scapegoat as tragedy unfolds in this quietly devastating and deeply unnerving novel.'Compelling, remorseless, brilliant.' - John Gray 'One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequalled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories.' - The Guardian 'A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness.' - The IndependentFrom the Trade Paperback edition.
Mr Invisible: A Gripping Serial Killer Thriller
by Duncan BrockwellA baffling murder case sends a detective from southern England to sunny Australia—and into a disturbing criminal past—in this gripping crime thriller.When Detective Inspector David Coates is tasked with finding the killer of a woman found naked and strangled in a bin in East Sussex, he has no idea what he is about to face. With little to go on, he hopes the hummingbird tattoo on the victim’s abdomen will help solve the mystery of her identity. Meanwhile, on the other side of the world, Georgina Shaw, a minor celebrity, receives a message from one of her followers who calls himself Elf Man . . . When DI Coates discovers that the DNA on the dead woman’s body belongs to Arthur Peebles, a man who went to prison for murder sixteen years earlier, the investigation is thrown into question. As Elf Man closes in on Georgina, DI Coates realises that the key to the case lies in Australia. Is there a link between Elf Man and the body in the bin? Could Arthur Peebles, now a free man, be up to his old tricks?
Mr Majestyk
by Elmore LeonardThe New York Times bestselling author of Be Cool and Get ShortyKiller man Vincent Majestyk had his belly-full of killing in Asia. It was his job and he was one of the best, but when he stripped off his uniform he never wanted to go back to it. Now he works under the open skies of the American Southwest, growing melons on his farm, where nobody knows about his past. And that was why a cheap crook named Kopas, a hard-nosed cop named McAllen, and a big-time, high-priced hit man named Renda all figured Majestyk was another local yokel to be pushed around. Majestyk was about to go to war again...
Mr Mercedes (The Bill Hodges Trilogy)
by Stephen KingA cat-and-mouse suspense thriller featuring a retired homicide detective who's haunted by the few cases he left open, and by one in particular - the pre-dawn slaughter of eight people among hundreds gathered in line for the opening of a jobs fair when the economy was guttering out. Without warning, a lone driver ploughed through the crowd in a stolen Mercedes. The plot is kicked into gear when Bill Hodges receives a letter in the mail, from a man claiming to be the perpetrator. He taunts Hodges with the notion that he will strike again.Hodges wakes up from his depressed and vacant retirement, hell-bent on preventing that from happening. Brady Hartsfield lives with his alcoholic mother in the house where he was born. And he's preparing to kill again. Only Hodges, with a couple of misfit friends, can apprehend the killer in this high-stakes race against time. Because Brady's next mission, if it succeeds, will kill or maim hundreds, even thousands.(P)2014 Simon & Schuster
Mr Mercedes (The Bill Hodges Trilogy)
by Stephen KingKing's incredible crime thriller featuring Bill Hodges and introducing Holly Gibney is now released with with a stunning new cover look.Who is going to be the fish in this relationship, and who is going to be the fisherman?BILL HODGESretired cop, tormented by 'the Mercedes massacre', a case he never solved.BRADY HARTSFIELDperpetrator of that notorious crime, and preparing to kill again.Now each is closing in on the other in a mega-stakes race against time from worldwide bestselling master of suspense, Stephen King.
Mr Monster
by Dan WellsMr Monster is the second chilling novel in Dan Wells's John Wayne Carver series, and the follow up to I Am Not A Serial Killer - now a major motion picture.John Wayne Cleaver has always known he has a dark side but he's fought hard to oppress it and live a normal life - separating John from Mr Monster to survive. But after confronting and destroying the vicious killer that was terrorizing his town, his inner monster is getting stronger and harder to contain. And now more bodies are being discovered... With the police failing to catch Clayton County's second serial killer John is going to have to use his secret knowledge of the first demon-killer to trap the second...but will he be able to avoid suspicion falling on him, and, in the face of extreme horrors, will he be able to restrain Mr Monster?
Mr Murder: A brilliant thriller of heart-stopping suspense
by Dean KoontzIs he all that he seems...? Dean Koontz writes a chilling thriller in Mr Murder, a tale of one family... and a deadly killer. Perfect for fans of Richard Laymon and Stephen King.'The resounding variations Mr. Koontz plays on this good story, here craftily retold... allow him to counterpoint the new horrors about us with the old horrors already inside us' - The New York Times Book Review For author Martin Stillwater, life couldn't be more perfect. He and Paige are happy together; their two daughters, Emily and Charlotte, are intelligent and healthy; and his novels are achieving long-hoped-for levels of success. So why does he feel such dread and experience sudden blackouts?The killer doesn't know his own name, only the name he uses. He has no family, no friends, no home. He cannot recall who gives him his assignments, and he doesn't know why his targets must die. Now, however, he senses that in a town he can't yet envision, a life awaits him, a place to call home, with family and friends.Charlotte knows something is wrong: the man moves and sounds like Daddy, but he doesn't smile as quickly or as often as usual. And when he does smile, he seems to be pretending. Daddy isn't Daddy. What readers are saying about Mr Murder: 'Many spectacular, nail biting sequences''Exciting from start to finish. This masterful writer took me on a roller-coaster ride of emotions''One of Dean Koontz' best books... suspenseful and difficult to put down'
Mr Nice: A Chilling Psychological Thriller
by John NichollA detective races to find a missing five-year-old girl in this thriller by the bestselling author of the Dr. David Galbraith series.Your worst nightmare is about to come true . . .When Megan discovers that her young daughter is missing, she thinks that her ex-husband is to blame. But was it someone else entirely? Someone out for revenge? Someone with a grudge?As DI Laura Kesey begins her investigation, she discovers that the case is infinitely more wicked than she could ever have imagined.The clock is ticking. The search is on. But will Kesey find Lottie before it’s too late?Praise for Mr. Nice“John Nicholl continues to provide riveting psychological thrillers that do what they say on the tin . . . thrill.” —Nigel Williams, bestselling author of The Wimbledon Poisoner“Another brilliant, dark, thought-provoking masterpiece of a book by this versatile and very talented author.” —Renita D’Silva, bestselling author of The War Child“I suggest you take a huge breath before you start with Mr. Nice, and only start it late at night if it means you haven’t got to get up the next day. Another hit from Mr. Nicholl.” —Melanie Lewi, The Book Club“This nail-biting thriller with a carefully created plot will have you on the edge of your seat!” —Sibel Hodge, #1 international bestselling author of UntouchableJohn Nicholl is also the bestselling author of the DI Gravel and the Dr. David Galbraith series. Mr. Nice will appeal to fans of authors like M.W. Craven, Mark Edwards, and Charlie Gallagher.
Mr Nobody: A Novel
by Catherine Steadman'Fans of The Silent Patient will love it' CJ TUDOR 'Very clever, brilliantly compelling' BA PARIS &‘Original, ingenious and utterly gripping' JP DELANEY *** Memento meets Sharp Objects in this superb thriller from the bestselling author of Something in the Water, a 2019 Richard & Judy Book Club pick *** When a man is found on a Norfolk beach, drifting in and out of consciousness, with no identification and unable to speak, interest in him is sparked immediately. From the hospital staff who find themselves inexplicably drawn to him; to international medical experts who are baffled by him; to the nationalpress who call him Mr Nobody; everyone wants answers. Who is this man? And what happened to him? Neuropsychiatrist Dr Emma Lewis is asked to assess the patient. This is her field of expertise, this is the chance she&’s been waiting for and this case could make her name known across the world. But therein lies the danger. Emma left this same small town in Norfolk fourteen years ago and has taken great pains to cover all traces of her past since then. But now something – or someone – is calling her back. And the more time she spends with her patient, the more alarmed she becomes. Has she walked into danger?Praise for Mr Nobody &‘Original, ingenious and utterly gripping, with characters you&’ll really care about as they race towards the brilliantly unexpected ending&’ JP Delaney 'From the intriguing opening to the shocking ending, I loved it . . . Fans of The Silent Patient will love it' CJ Tudor 'Very clever, brilliantly compelling, another amazing read from Catherine Steadman' BA ParisPraise for Something in the Water 'Worthy of Hitchcock' Sunday Times 'Arresting . . . deftly paced, elegantly chilly . . . Something in the Water is a proper page-turner' The New York Times &‘High-octane, heart-pounding read&’Good Housekeeping 'A thriller for our times . . . Catherine Steadman is a fresh and playful new voice&’ Louise Candlish &‘Will leave you questioning your own morality&’ Grazia &‘The perfect beach read&’ Reese Witherspoon (Reese&’s Book Club x Hello Sunshine book pick) &‘Superbly written&’ B A Paris &‘Addictive&’Sunday Express &‘A fascinating moral dilemma, a fast-paced examination of the slippery slope and the precarious foundations our middle-class lives are built on&’ Gillian McAllister &‘Thrilling and thought-provoking&’ Riley Sager
Mr Nobody: A Novel
by Catherine Steadman'Fans of The Silent Patient will love it' CJ TUDOR 'Very clever, brilliantly compelling' BA PARIS &‘Original, ingenious and utterly gripping' JP DELANEY *** Memento meets Sharp Objects in this superb thriller from the bestselling author of Something in the Water, a 2019 Richard & Judy Book Club pick *** When a man is found on a Norfolk beach, drifting in and out of consciousness, with no identification and unable to speak, interest in him is sparked immediately. From the hospital staff who find themselves inexplicably drawn to him; to international medical experts who are baffled by him; to the nationalpress who call him Mr Nobody; everyone wants answers. Who is this man? And what happened to him? Neuropsychiatrist Dr Emma Lewis is asked to assess the patient. This is her field of expertise, this is the chance she&’s been waiting for and this case could make her name known across the world. But therein lies the danger. Emma left this same small town in Norfolk fourteen years ago and has taken great pains to cover all traces of her past since then. But now something – or someone – is calling her back. And the more time she spends with her patient, the more alarmed she becomes. Has she walked into danger?Praise for Mr Nobody &‘Original, ingenious and utterly gripping, with characters you&’ll really care about as they race towards the brilliantly unexpected ending&’ JP Delaney 'From the intriguing opening to the shocking ending, I loved it . . . Fans of The Silent Patient will love it' CJ Tudor 'Very clever, brilliantly compelling, another amazing read from Catherine Steadman' BA ParisPraise for Something in the Water 'Worthy of Hitchcock' Sunday Times 'Arresting . . . deftly paced, elegantly chilly . . . Something in the Water is a proper page-turner' The New York Times &‘High-octane, heart-pounding read&’Good Housekeeping 'A thriller for our times . . . Catherine Steadman is a fresh and playful new voice&’ Louise Candlish &‘Will leave you questioning your own morality&’ Grazia &‘The perfect beach read&’ Reese Witherspoon (Reese&’s Book Club x Hello Sunshine book pick) &‘Superbly written&’ B A Paris &‘Addictive&’Sunday Express &‘A fascinating moral dilemma, a fast-paced examination of the slippery slope and the precarious foundations our middle-class lives are built on&’ Gillian McAllister &‘Thrilling and thought-provoking&’ Riley Sager
Mr Paradise
by Elmore Leonard'Sharp as an ice pick . . . You will love this excellent book' New York Times'Mr. Paradise is a perfect crime caper from a master . . . what more do you want?' Detroit Free Press Tony Paradiso - aka Mr Paradise - gets his kicks from watching old football games on TV accompanied by live entertainment: sexy cheerleaders shaking their pom-poms and doing rah-rah routines for his viewing pleasure. But for Chloe Robinette, playing dress-up doesn't end so well when she's caught in the crossfire of a contract hit.There are witnesses to the murders - Paradiso's right-hand man, Montez Taylor, and Chloe's roommate Kelly - but neither is giving too much away. Because Montez and Kelly have a score in mind, a big payoff from Mr Paradise's estate - if only Kelly can convince the cops she's someone else...'Glittering black comedy, a razor-sharp cast of crooks and con men. Very funny, exceedingly tough . . . told in a dialogue sharp enough to draw blood' Literary Review
Mr Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise: Book 3 (Mr Penguin #3)
by Alex T. SmithFrom the international bestselling creator of Claude comes a hero like no other: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this series from Alex T. Smith. Mr Penguin is boarding a luxury cruise ship. He doesn't like water, and he can't swim, but his friend Colin is performing with the Ladies Choir on board - and anyway, Mr Penguin feels like a rest after some busy Adventuring. What's more, fish finger sandwiches are apparently available twenty-four hours a day. Heaven! But despite the glamorous film stars and party atmosphere, Mr Penguin can't help but feel that something shifty is happening on board. And when he befriends a young stowaway with a mystery of her own to solve, he soon finds that Adventures are lying in wait after all ...This is the third Mr Penguin book with plenty of slapstick humour, mystery and adventure. Highly illustrated throughout with a striking black and orange design.Praise for Mr Penguin and the Lost Treasure:'Addictive slapstick' - Guardian'The perfect introduction to mystery stories' - ScotsmanHave you read them all? 1. Mr Penguin and the Lost Treasure2. Mr Penguin and the Fortress of Secrets3. Mr Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise
Mr Splitfoot
by Helen McCloyTo wake the devil, Lucinda summoned the arch fiend with the ancient invocation, and from the secret room where her friend Vanya had agreed to hide came the eerie response. The rapping called up all the terror of the old tales, and the joke was going marvellously.Until Lucinda realised that Vanya had never arrived at the old house ...
Mr. Apology
by Campbell ArmstrongIn international bestselling author Campbell Armstrong's tense, sophisticated thriller, an art project gone wrong draws a painter into the world of a serial killer All around himself, Harrison sees New York City sinking into chaos. Graffiti, robbery, murder, and rape fill the news--crimes committed by desperate people who saw no other option than to hurt someone. As a human being, Harrison is sickened by it. As an artist, he sees an opportunity. After years of getting no recognition for his painting, Harrison is about to quit making art when he has the idea for the Mr. Apology hotline. He posts handbills asking criminals to call in and confess their crimes--anonymously, of course--so he can turn their guilt into his art. But what starts as a clever idea soon takes a deadly turn. When a man calls in to say he's planning on killing someone, Harrison isn't sure whether to believe it. But when a killing spree grips the city, this starving artist has no doubt that the final target will be Mr. Apology himself.
Mr. Brading's Collection: [mr. Brading's Collection] (The Miss Silver Mysteries #17)
by Patricia WentworthA clever British mystery about a jewel collector, a criminal, and a governess-turned-sleuth, from &“a first-rate storyteller&” (The Daily Telegraph). He cannot say why, but Lewis Brading is an uneasy man. A collector of valuable jewels, he has taken the utmost precautions to safeguard what is most precious to him. He houses his gems in a concrete annex, protected by a reinforced steel door, the latest security system, and his own watchful eye. No one has a key but himself and his assistant, and he doesn&’t doubt that his servant will remain true. The man in his employ is a criminal, and if anything should happen to Brading or his gems, the police will look to him first. And yet, he suspects something may be wrong. He consults Maud Silver, the demure detective, and she tells him to fire his assistant and send his collection to a museum. Ignoring her advice may be the last mistake Lewis Brading ever makes.
Mr. Campion and Others
by Margery AllinghamMr. Campion, the master sleuth, is menaced by a baker's dozen of evil-doers in 13 beguiling short mysteries.
Mr. Campion's Farthing
by Margery Allingham Philip Youngman CarterInglewood Turrets, in the north of London, is the sort of faux-Victorian-genteel hotel that pays homage to a past that never really existed. But the tourists love it. Or some of them do. Vassily Kopeck (code-name: “Farthing”), a Russian diplomat, has disappeared after a trip to the Turrets, and Mr. Campion has been asked to sort out the situation. It’s a challenge, but he has an able assistant: Young Rupert Campion, making his debut appearance!
Mr. Campion's Quarry
by Margery AllinghamMatthew Matthews, archaeologist, died of a heart attack. Francis Makepeace, geologist, vanishes. Many problems - not least for Mr Campion. For Makepeace is a maverick with a secret. The results are murder, kidnapping and the doghouse for his loyal friends.
Mr. Churchill's Secretary: A Maggie Hope Mystery (Maggie Hope #1)
by Susan Elia MacnealFor fans of Jacqueline Winspear, Laurie R. King, and Anne Perry, Mr. Churchill's Secretary captures the drama of an era of unprecedented challenge--and the greatness that rose to meet it.London, 1940. Winston Churchill has just been sworn in, war rages across the Channel, and the threat of a Blitz looms larger by the day. But none of this deters Maggie Hope. She graduated at the top of her college class and possesses all the skills of the finest minds in British intelligence, but her gender qualifies her only to be the newest typist at No. 10 Downing Street. Her indefatigable spirit and remarkable gifts for codebreaking, though, rival those of even the highest men in government, and Maggie finds that working for the prime minister affords her a level of clearance she could never have imagined--and opportunities she will not let pass. In troubled, deadly times, with air-raid sirens sending multitudes underground, access to the War Rooms also exposes Maggie to the machinations of a menacing faction determined to do whatever it takes to change the course of history.Ensnared in a web of spies, murder, and intrigue, Maggie must work quickly to balance her duty to King and Country with her chances for survival. And when she unravels a mystery that points toward her own family's hidden secrets, she'll discover that her quick wits are all that stand between an assassin's murderous plan and Churchill himself.In this daring debut, Susan Elia MacNeal blends meticulous research on the era, psychological insight into Winston Churchill, and the creation of a riveting main character, Maggie Hope, into a spectacularly crafted novel.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Mr. Clarinet: A Novel (The Max Mingus Thrillers #Bk. 1)
by Nick StoneA disgraced former Miami cop takes a suicide mission to track down a missing child in Haiti in this Silver Dagger Award–winning thriller series debut.There was nothing waiting for ex-cop Max Mingus when he walked out of Attica Prison after doing hard time for murder. Now Miami’s one-time top detective is haunted by an empty house, bad memories . . . and an impossible job offer for obscenely good money. Three years ago, Charlie Carver, the five-year-old son of a powerful Haitian billionaire, vanished. His father is offering Max $15 million to bring the boy back—or at least find his body and deliver his abductors. Max has every reason to turn the case down: there’s no way the boy is still alive, and the last three detectives to take the job are dead.But with nothing left to lose, Max plunges headfirst into Haiti—a steaming island hotbed of crime, greed, voodoo, and corruption—to find the boy. His investigation stirs up a murky evil that can swallow a man whole . . . and leads Mingus to the soul-destroying truth about a terrifying local myth, a child-stealing nightmare called “Mr. Clarinet.”
Mr. Donaghue Investigates
by Anna ShonePrivate Investigator Ulysses Finnegan Donaghue believes profoundly in three things - in God, in the phenomenal astuteness of Shakespeare's observation of human nature, and in the power of intuition. He nurses a fourth belief - that the human brain is cleverer than most of its bearers believe it to be...that it might possibly be almost as clever as God's own. Inspector Donaghue's vacation in the South of France is cut short when the notorious Hollywood film director Thelonius Kapp is found dead during the opening weekend of the exclusive spiritual retreat he helped build at the abbey in St. Pierre la Croix. Although the death looks like suicide, Theo's dying words, a quote from Twelfth Night, lead Ulysses to believe that it was actually murder.
Mr. Doyle & Dr. Bell: A Victorian Mystery
by Howard Engel&“Engel captures the spirit of Doyle&’s tone in the Holmes sagas without it being a stilted or pale imitation . . . A lively, engaging page-turner.&” —Curled Up With a Good Book Howard Engel is the award-winning writer whose Benny Cooperman mysteries garner rave international reviews—fans stretch from Canada to Japan, England, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, and the United States. His latest, Mr. Doyle & Dr. Bell, is a brilliant departure from the Cooperman series. The year is 1879, and in Edinburgh, Alan Lambert has been tried, convicted, and sentenced to hang for the murder of a dazzling opera star and her lover. But Lambert&’s brother believes he&’s innocent and pleads with Dr. Bell, a celebrated professor of anatomy, to uncover the truth. Bell agrees and sets out to crack the case with his keen powers of deduction and the help of his student, Arthur Conan Doyle. &“Charming . . . [This book] will satisfy the craving of Sherlockians for another dose of gaslight and fog.&” —The Globe and Mail (Toronto) &“Provides mystery buffs with more to ponder than your average whodunit . . . More intriguing than the actual plot, though, is the combination of fact with fiction that gives readers a glimpse of the real life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle—his character, his influences, and the era in which he lived.&” —Quill & Quire
Mr. Flood's Last Resort: A Novel
by Jess KiddFrom the award-winning author of Himself comes a spellbinding and &“magically entertaining read&” (Good Housekeeping, UK) about a lonely caregiver and a cranky hoarder with a house full of secrets that &“will appeal to fans of Tana French and Sophie Hannah, as it charms and unsettles in equal measure&” (BookPage). Maud Drennan is a dedicated caregiver whose sunny disposition masks a deep sadness. A tragic childhood event left her haunted, in the company of a cast of prattling saints who pop in and out of her life like tourists. Other than visiting her agoraphobic neighbor, Maud keeps to herself, finding solace in her work and in her humble existence—until she meets Mr. Flood. Cathal Flood is a menace by all accounts. The lone occupant of a Gothic mansion crawling with feral cats, he has been waging war against his son&’s attempts to put him into an old-age home and sent his last caretaker running for the madhouse. But Maud is this impossible man&’s last chance: if she can help him get the house in order, he just might be able to stay. So the unlikely pair begins to cooperate, bonding over their shared love of Irish folktales and mutual dislike of Mr. Flood&’s overbearing son. Mr. Flood&’s Last Resort is &“a rare delight&” (Cosmopolitan, UK) examining the space between sin and sainthood, a novel that &“perfectly balances tragedy with dark comedy&” in which &“the dialogue crackles and every detail enchants&” (Shelf Awareness). Note to readers: In the UK, this book is published under the title The Hoarder.
Mr. In-Between: Captured, Holloway Falls, And Mr. In-between
by Neil CrossFrom the award-winning creator of Luther: A dark portrait of a young British hitman and his quest to find something beyond his cold, brutal world. Jon Bennet is the perfect employee: systematic, productive, and utterly reliable. He is also completely detached from the world around him and seemingly feels nothing . . . for Jon&’s life is anything but common. On the tight leash of the Tattooed Man, Jon kills and maims on order. And he&’s good at it. But Jon&’s days of favor are about to end. After bumping into old school friends, he slowly reenters the normal world, where the bonds of friendship, love, and kindness are expected, and he finds himself changing back into the person he once was. But the Tattooed Man requires total servitude, and his wrath is more fearful than Jon could ever have expected. This sophisticatedly twisted and surprisingly moving novel by the PEN-shortlisted author of Heartland and Burial and creator of the hit BBC crime series starring Idris Elba—as well as the novel Luther: The Calling—is a dark psychological journey into the mind of a killer and &“a thrilling tale of perverse redemption&” (The Literary Review).
Mr. Jay’s Mysterious Evening at the School
by A. A. JacksonMr. Jay, a third grade teacher has a lot to be thankful for as the Thanksgiving Holiday approaches. Could it be that his small stuffed lamb moved from the shelf to save him? Join Mr. Jay to find out as each chapter unfolds the mystery of this fictional thriller written for children.