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Scavenger
by Tom SavageMark Stevenson has just published a bestselling novel inspired by "The Family Man," a serial killer whose ghastly crimes were never solved. It has garnered the New York author critical praise, financial success, a beautiful fiancee-and the macabre attention of a devoted fan.... He calls himself Scavenger. He's also obsessed with "The Family Man." But he knows something that Mark doesn't. He knows what really happened to the killer. He knows his identity. He knows why the killings stopped. He knows why they'll begin again. ... Now Scavenger has devised a cunning little game. And he wants Mark to come out and play.
Scavenger Hunt: A Novel
by Chad BoudreauxWHEN JUSTICE IS BLIND, SCAVENGERS DO THE HUNTINGBlake Hudson just wants to serve his country well as a lawyer for the United States Justice Department—but when an unknown threat begins plotting his downfall, he must find who is setting him up before it costs him his life.Scavenger Hunt is a suspense novel chronicling the plight of Blake Hudson, a Justice Department lawyer assigned to a clandestine counterterrorist group created to bypass onerous legal requirements. After the group mysteriously disbands, Hudson becomes the scapegoat and is transformed from hunter to hunted. As he searches for answers and attempts to piece the puzzle together, people are following him, trying to kill him. Written for fans of fast-paced thrillers, dry humor, political gamesmanship, and Clue-like twists and turns, Scavenger Hunt carves out a distinct niche best described as a hybrid of the Robert Ludlum classics and works by Brad Meltzer. Blake Hudson's story addresses issues that have shaped recent elections and continue to frustrate interest groups and government leaders, while featuring the inner workings of the U.S. Department of Justice Building—arguably the most important and misunderstood agency in the federal government. Author Chad Boudreaux's unique voice and page-turning storytelling packs a plot-driven punch that readers won't be able to put down.
Scavenger Hunt
by Robert FerrignoPhilip Marlow and Lew Archer would recognize a kindred spirit in Jimmy Gage, reporter for SLAP magazine, troublemaker by trade and inclination, and the hero of Robert Ferrigno’s sinuous new crime novel. While taking part in a Hollywood scavenger hunt, Jimmy meets Garret Walsh, a bad-boy movie maker in the truest sense: He’s just been released from prison after serving seven years for the murder of a teenaged girl. But Walsh claims he was framed and is writing a screenplay to prove it. He wants Jimmy to help him peddle it, sight unseen. The next time Jimmy sees the director, he’s floating face-down in a koi pond and “The Most Dangerous Screenplay in Hollywood” has disappeared. Is Walsh a casualty of bad habits or has somebody crossed him off a list? And is Jimmy next? Combining nerve-shredding suspense and heat-seeking satire, Scavenger Hunt is an addictive read.
Scavenger Hunt Heist
by Franklin W. Dixon Matt DavidDetective brothers Frank and Joe must solve another intriguing mystery in the fifth book in the interactive Hardy Boys Clue Book series.Frank and Joe are excited for the class trip to Bayport Bear Park. When they arrive, the entire class is greeted with a beautiful sight: a pile of prizes and goodies in the middle of the room! Their guide, Marnie, explains that they will be split into teams to complete a scavenger hunt through the park. Whoever solves the clues the fastest will win all of the prizes. But after they come back from solving the first few clues, the entire pile of prizes has been destroyed, with half of the loot completely missing! Can Frank and Joe figure out who the Treat Thief is and save the trip?
Scavengers: A Posadas County Mystery (Posadas County Mysteries #0)
by Steven F. HavillA man's body is found in the unforgiving New Mexico desert, his face so smashed that identification is impossible. It's the beginning of a brutal murder spree that will soon take Posadas County's new undersheriff, Estelle Reyes-Guzman, into a case that has roots on both sides of the border.With retired Sheriff Bill Gastner—now a livestock inspector for the state—still close at hand to offer unerring logic and horse sense, Reyes-Guzman attempts to identify the "Juan" Doe. Another body turns up in a shallow grave, revealing little about the killer, but more about the victims. And when a suspicious fire takes a third life, the terrible twist finally offers the break Estelle has been looking for, one that will lead her back into a harsh, merciless desert where death welcomes all.
Scene of Crime (Lloyd and Hill Mysteries #11)
by Jill McgownReal-life crime has engulfed the domestic life of the Riverside Theatre players. For starters, there's the violent death of Estelle Bignall, the beautiful, neurotic wife of a well-to-do doctor (and aspiring resident playwright). In truth, suicide seemed more Estelle's line--especially during the Christmas holidays--but a thief saved her the trouble, stealing all the presents and leaving her bound, gagged, and suffocated.Instinct tells Detective Chief Inspectors Lloyd and Judy Hill that Estelle's murder is far more complicated. At the crime scene there are too many footprints, too many fingerprints, too much conflicting evidence--and too many suspects: an elusive burglar, a sinister next-door neighbor, the victim's secret lover, a scared kid with fresh bruises on his face. But which of them was desperate enough to commit murder?From the Paperback edition.
Scene of The Grime: A Grime Solvers Mystery
by Suzanne PriceIn her mid-30s and recently widowed, Sky Taylor left the big city for Pigeon Cove, a hamlet off the Massachusetts coast. Sky is re-adapting to single life-with a newspaper column and her knack for creative cleaning increasingly in demand. Then she discovers a patron of the Millwood Inn permanently checked-out. Now Sky's juggling the police chief's questions with advances from the newest-and handsomest-crime reporter in town. But if she wants to clear her name, she has some scouring to do.
Scene of the Brine
by Mary Ellen HughesThe national bestselling author of License to Dill returns with a dilly of a pickle. Piper Lamb has to take a break from jarring her delicious pickles and preserves to blow the lid off a poisoner.... Business is booming at Piper's Picklings in Cloverdale, New York. But not all is sweet in the life of Piper's number one customer and friend, local caterer Sugar Heywood. Sugar is dating wealthy realtor Jeremy Porter, but his family doesn't approve. After their unscrupulous accountant finds some dirt on Sugar, the family quickly urges Jeremy to throw her out like rotten fruit. Things are further spoiled after the accountant is found poisoned, and all evidence points to Sugar's son, Zach. With the Porter family determined to avoid scandal, it won't be easy for Piper to preserve Zach's innocence. And after someone falls victim to a poisoned jar of some of her brandied cherries, Piper's got a peck of trouble to deal with herself...
Scene of the Climb (A Pacific Northwest Mystery #1)
by Kate Dyer-SeeleyPortland, Oregon, is the perfect fit for someone like Meg Reed. It's a city with a small town feel, where she can crash on the couch of her best friend Jill, now that she's graduated from journalism school. . .But a girl needs a job, so Meg bluffs her way into writing for Northwest Extreme magazine, passing herself off to editor-in-chief Greg Dixon as an outdoor adventure enthusiast. Never mind that Meg's idea of sport is climbing onto the couch without spilling her latte. So when she finds herself clawing to the top of Angel's Rest--a two-thousand-foot peak--to cover the latest challenge in a reality TV adventure show, she can't imagine feeling more terrified. Until she witnesses a body plummet off the side of the cliff. Now Meg has a murder to investigate. And if the climbing doesn't kill her, a murderer just might. . .Includes Adventure Guides!
Scene of the Crime: Who Killed Shelly Sinclair?
by Carla CassidyA cold case reunion ignites romance in the New York Times–bestselling author’s gripping thriller as an elusive killer is finally brought to justice.Sheriff Olivia Bradford has a corrupt police department to clean up and an unsolved murder case to crack. But her new employee, Daniel Carson, isn’t some subordinate she can brush off. Unbeknownst to him, he fathered her young daughter five years ago. Now she needs him to get close enough to solve Shelly Sinclair’s untimely death without letting him get too close to learn her secret. Daniel never forgot Olivia or the sizzling night of passion they shared. But with a killer targeting her, he must keep his elusive boss alive if he’s ever going to learn the truth . . . Don’t miss others in the Scene of the Crime series:Bridgewater, TexasWidow CreekBachelor MoonMystic LakeBlack CreekDeadman’s BluffReturn to Bachelor MoonReturn to Mystic LakeBaton RougeKiller CoveThe Deputy’s ProofMeans and Motive
Scene of the Crime: A Thrilling Fbi Romance
by Carla CassidyBuried AliveFBI agent Seth Hawkins was on a mission to catch a serial killer. Yet his only lead-a mysterious azure-eyed beauty found buried alive in the local sand dunes-had no memory of how she'd been abducted. Or anything else about her identity.The only thing Tamara Jennings knew for sure was the undeniable attraction she felt for the strong, handsome man who saved her life. It wasn't long before their passion flared out of control. But as memories of her forgotten past returned, would they lead her to the killer-and to a life she could share with Seth?
Scene of the Crime: Widow Creek
by Carla CassidyLexie Forbes had come to Kansas looking for answers, but all she uncovered was a killer on her trail. Still, the FBI agent wasn't about to give up on her desperate search for the truth behind the suspicious death that sent her reeling...even if no one in the small, eerie town was talking. No one except sexy rancher Nick Walker.Nick had experienced his own share of tragedy and all he wanted was to be left alone. But refusing the gorgeous and persistent Lexie was tougher than roping cattle-especially once he realized they shared a very dangerous connection. Before long, Nick went from trying his best to ignore the sizzling tension between them to doing whatever he could to ensure Lexie didn't become the town's latest victim.
Scene of the Crime: The District Scene Of The Crime: Return To Mystic Lake The Bodyguard
by Carla CassidyA killer changes the rules in the middle of the game in this riveting romantic suspense thriller from the New York Times–bestselling author.When FBI profiler Amberly Nightsong is sent to Mystic Lake to consult with local cops about three ritualistic murders, the last thing she expects is to be a piece in a madman’s sick puzzle. Luckily, she has a sexy lawman on her side.Sheriff Cole Caldwell offers his protection—and stirs an awareness that leaves her breathless.Cole, a widower, had shut himself off from the possibility of loving again. But as he works side by side with the single mom, he’s drawn to Amberly and will do anything to erase the fear in her eyes. And as the danger intensifies in the form of a killer’s twisted calling card, his vow to keep her and her young son safe will be put to the ultimate test . . .
Scene of the Crime: A Thrilling Fbi Romance
by Carla CassidyA MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE WILL FORCE AN FBI PROFILER TO PROTECT A BEAUTIFUL BLONDE WHO COULD BE THE NEXT PERSON TO GO MISSINGThere’s an alarming vacancy at Bachelor Moon Bed-and-Breakfast. Now it's up to FBI profiler Gabriel Blankenship to investigate the sudden disappearance of the owner’s entire family. But the steely agent finds it hard to do his job when distracted by the B and B's gorgeous blonde manager Marlena Meyers.Their instant attraction is powerful yet problematic-when it comes to love, Marlena wants forever and a white picket fence; Gabriel, damaged by his past, has never loved and never wants to. But once Marlena's life is threatened, Gabriel is forced to reconsider his case and his emotions.
Scene of the Crime: Bridgewater, Texas
by Carla CassidyWhen Sheriff Matt Buchanan discovers FBI profiler Jenna Taylor snooping around his crime scene, he isn't pleased. The last thing he needs is the FBI meddling. But Jenna is determined to find her best friend's murderer, and she won't be bullied out of town. Then the madman strikes again. His calling card? A red rose.Realizing they're dealing with a serial killer, Matt accepts Jenna's help. But when Jenna becomes the madman's target, the danger—and their unrelenting attraction—is imminent. Will Jenna find safety in Matt's arms—or will the next rose she receives be her last?
Scene of the Crime: Showdown At Shadow Junction Scene Of The Crime: Killer Cove Cowboy Incognito
by Carla CassidyA MAN RETURNS TO HIS HOMETOWN TO SOLVE A COLD CASE IN NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR CARLA CASSIDY'S NEW SCENE OF THE CRIME BOOK. A family tragedy brings Bo McBride to his Mississippi town two years after a devastating loss made him leave. Now he's back and only Claire Silver is ready to welcome him home. The sassy blonde teacher wants his help in finding a killer who has plagued the town... Although she could only admire him from afar, Claire was always drawn to Bo. Their unofficial investigation is complicated by the passion igniting between them. And by the obsessed stalker who has targeted Claire. With the threat escalating, Bo vows he'll do whatever it takes to protect her. And Claire vows to put her faith in the man ready to risk everything to safeguard her future.
Scene of the Crime: Scene Of The Crime: The Deputy's Proof Her Undercover Defender Hidden Witness
by Carla CassidyA deputy looks for redemption from a mysterious beauty in this suspenseful romance thriller from the New York Times–bestselling author.Ever since Savannah Sinclair’s sister was killed, her ghost has become part of local lore. But deputy Josh Griffin knows the truth behind this charade. And when Savannah is attacked, Josh vows to keep the grieving beauty safe. He soon finds that even though he’s protecting Savannah, it’s his heart that’s under fire . . . Savannah only posed as her sister’s spirit to keep her sibling alive—not to put herself in harm’s way. But as Josh, her “bodyguard,” stirs up feelings she thought long dead, Savannah can’t help but wonder: Can her lone protector keep yet another Sinclair sister from being murdered?
Scene of the Crime: Landon Scene Of The Crime: Means And Motive The Girl Who Cried Murder
by Carla CassidyTwo hardheaded investigators chase danger—and each other—in the New York Times–bestselling author’s romantic suspense novel.Police Chief Gabriel Walters knows Branson, Missouri, better than anyone. So he doesn’t need some know-it-all FBI agent charging into his territory—no matter how beautiful she is. But with three unsolved murders at the Diamond Cove B&B, Jordon James isn’t about to let some local cop derail her investigation. If Jordan just sticks to the case, she can avoid the troubles she left back home—and run head-on into some new ones with Gabriel. He doesn’t want to discover a fourth victim, which, if the note slid under Jordon’s bedroom door is to be believed, would be her. Now it will take skill, smarts and courage to catch a killer . . . and stay alive.
Scene of the Crime: Baton Rouge
by Carla CassidyTwo FBI agents—and former lovers—reunite to bring down a serial killer in this romantic suspense thriller by a New York Times–bestselling author.Seven people have disappeared and it’s up to FBI agent Alexander Harkins and his team to bring them all home safely. But when he discovers his ex-wife, Georgina Beaumont, is part of that team, he’s forced to make peace with his past in order to stay focused on the mission. Georgina is a stark reminder of the life he once had, and working together will mean trying to forget the woman he still loves. Then the killer shifts focus onto Georgina—forcing them to seek solace in one another—and Alexander is reminded just how much he stands to lose.“Cassidy delivers with a one-two punch of intriguing suspense and tantalizing romance. A sure bet, this romantic read will have readers rooting for a reunion.” —RT Book Reviews
Scene of the Crime: Black Creek
by Carla CassidyBaiting a serial killer is risky enough. But FBI Special Agent Mick McCane knows he's in real trouble when he and by-the-book Cassie Miller have to pose as loving newlyweds to do it. Ever since their one sizzling night together, she's determined to keep their relationship strictly business-even as an undeniable attraction pulls them deeper into their undercover personas. Then their real identities are discovered and the hunters become the hunted. Now, the only way for Mick to protect the woman he can't live without is to sacrifice the life he was used to putting on the line-and the badge he never thought he'd have to.
Scene of the Crime: Bachelor Moon
by Carla CassidyFBI profiler Sam Connelly had come to Daniella Butler's remote Louisiana bed-and-breakfast to escape the consuming horrors of his job-and the dark demons he fears lurk in his own soul. But finding a dead body on her property changes everything. There's no room in his life-in his heart-for a family. Or so he thinks, until a killer's threat places his irresistible innkeeper and her young daughter under his protection. Now, as the obsessed psychopath inches closer to possessing Daniella, Sam must call upon his elite skills to track his target and keep the beautiful blonde andher child safe. Defending them becomes his greatest challenge. Losing them is not even an option.
Scene of the Crime: The District Scene Of The Crime: Return To Mystic Lake The Bodyguard
by Carla CassidyTWO FBI AGENTS WERE ON A CASE THAT COULD COST THEM THEIR CAREERS-AND THEIR LIVES. Only a life-and-death mission could make FBI special agent Jackson Revannaugh leave Louisiana for Kansas. But a husband and wife have gone missing in a case with disturbing similarities to an unsolved one, and Jackson's desperate for answers. And the trick is keeping his taboo desire for his gorgeous new partner from compromising the operation. Marjorie Clinton knows Jackson's type only too well. But with passion-and the case-heating up, she soon has to trust the Southern charmer with her life. Because someone in this friendly lakeside town is a killer. Someone who's made Marjorie a target and could expose the secret Jackson hoped would stay buried forever.
Scene of the Crime (Hardy Boys Casefiles #24)
by Franklin W. DixonFrom the back of the book Danger pay Frank and Joe go undercover as apprentice stuntmen on a major movie. They've been asked to investigate a number of serious accidents that have delayed filming. Right from the first scene the action gets rough. Frank's stunt misfires, and the next one turns into a flaming disaster. The Hardys are certain it's deliberate sabotage. But the young detectives find the real drama is off the set when they become involved in a bizarre plot to steal a fortune. Unfortunately, they get themselves arrested! The brothers must break out of jail fast-or lose their only chance to be cleared of a million-dollar frame-up. ================ From inside the book: STUNT TARGET Frank raced the red Porsche across the smooth green lawn. No sabotage here, he thought as the restraining cable caught, stopping the car. "That's a wrap," the director said, nodding happily. "But let's take one more for insurance. Action!" Frank floored the gas pedal and aimed the car for the house. Right on cue, Janet came out the door and onto the porch. She pretended to freeze in horror. The Porsche reached the foot of the steps, and Frank waited for the cable's jerk. It didn't come! He stomped on the brakes, but the pedal sank to the floor. The car plunged ahead, smashing into the first brick step. Frank's hands were nearly thrown from the wheel. It took everything he had to fight the out-of-control car. But even as he battled the steering wheel, the car hurtled up the steps, straight for Janet!
Scene of the Crime (True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn #6)
by Sharon DunnSomeone’s out to end her life.Can the K-9 unit shield her from harm?Evidence from forensic specialist Darcy Fields could convict a killer—if she survives to testify. A killer seems determined to discredit her, frighten her…and silence her, permanently. Hounded by the press and stalked by a murderer, Darcy must depend on Officer Jackson Davison and his K-9 partner, Smokey, as danger inches nearer and the trial date closes in.USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR
Scene of the Grime (Grime Solvers Mystery #1)
by Suzanne PriceCleaning wiz Sky Taylor asserts that "messes are messes, and none are any good." But after inadvertently scrubbing an entire crime scene clean--before anyone even knows there's one to detect--it seems Sky's just created a mess of her own... In her midthirties and recently widowed, Sky Taylor left the big city to make cozy Pigeon Cove, a hamlet on the northern Massachusetts coast, her permanent home. Nestled among B and Bs and New England pals, Sky is readapting to single life, with her popular newspaper column and her knack for creative cleaning increasingly in demand. Then she discovers Abel Monahan, a longtime patron of the Millwood Inn, permanently checked out. Dead. And in a town of familiar faces, newcomers are sprouting like bad weeds. Now Sky's juggling the police chief's questions with questionable advances from the newest crime reporter in town. But she's got her own scouring to do, uncovering dirty dealings before they leave a permanent ring on her squeaky-clean town ...