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The Various Haunts of Men
by Susan HillA woman vanishes in the fog up on 'the Hill', an area locally known for its tranquillity and peace. The police are not alarmed; people usually disappear for their own reasons. But when a young girl, an old man and even a dog disappear no one can deny that something untoward is happening in this quiet cathedral town. Young policewoman Freya Graffham is assigned to the case, she's new to the job, compassionate, inquisitive, dedicated and needs to know - perhaps too much. She and the enigmatic detective Chief Inspector Simon Serrailler have the task of unravelling the mystery behind this gruesome sequence of events. From the passages revealing the killer's mind to the final heart-stopping twist, The Various Haunts of Men is an astounding and masterly crime debut and is the first in a magnificent series featuring Simon Serrailler.
The Various Haunts of Men: A Simon Serrailler Mystery
by Susan HillWhen Susan Hill first introduced us to the city of Lafferton, to its meticulously crafted cast of characters, and to its chief police inspector Simon Serrailler, readers went wild. When it was released in hardcover, The Various Haunts of Men was named a BookSense Pick and was immediately on the must-read list of every mystery fan. Now out in paperback, Hill's intricate and pulse-pounding novel will reach an even wider audience. As the story begins, a lonely woman vanishes while out on her morning run. Then a 22-year-old girl never returns from a walk. An old man disappears too. When fresh-faced policewoman Freya Graffham is assigned to the case, she runs the risk of getting too invested--too involved--in the action. Alongside the enigmatic detective Chief Inspector Simon Serrallier, she must unravel the mystery before events turn too gruesome. Written with intelligence, compassion, and a knowing eye--in the tradition of the fabulous mysteries of Ruth Rendell and P.D. James--The Various Haunts of Men is an enthralling journey into the heart of a wonderfully developed town, and into the very mind of a killer.
The Various Haunts of Men (Simon Serrailler Mystery #1)
by Susan HillA woman vanishes in the fog up on "the Hill", an area locally known for its tranquility and peace. The police are not alarmed; people usually disappear for their own reasons. But when a young girl, an old man, and even a dog disappear, no one can deny that something untoward is happening in this quiet cathedral town. Young policewoman Freya Graffham is assigned to the case; she's new to the job, compassionate, inquisitive, dedicated, and needs to know - perhaps, too much. She and the enigmatic detective Chief Inspector Simon Serrailler have the task of unraveling the mystery behind this gruesome sequence of events. From the passages revealing the killer's mind to the final heart-stopping twist, The Various Haunts of Men is an astounding and masterly crime debut, the first in what promises to be a magnificent series featuring Simon Serrailler.
Varney the Vampyre: or, The Feast of Blood, Part 1 (Dover Horror Classics #1)
by James Malcolm Rymer E. F. Bleiler Thomas Peckett Prest"Dover does their usual wonderful -- and visually rich -- job in this edition of the penny dreadful vampire tales. Of interest to fans of vampire fiction but also those interested in Victoriana, penny dreadfuls, and trends in popular fiction generally. The woodcuts and other visual embellishments help capture the mood and feel of the original publications." -- Society NineteenBefore there was Dracula, there was Varney the Vampyre, the most famous of the sensational penny dreadfuls issued by Victorian-era publishers. Printed anonymously in serial form in 1847, these gripping tales recount the exploits of a deathless creature with an insatiable appetite for blood. A succession of exciting episodes chronicle the horrible fates of Varney's victims as well as the terrifying experiences of the band of comrades sworn to destroy the vampire.Varney the Vampyre not only thrilled countless eager readers but also established many of the conventions and ideas associated with vampirism. Scarcely any copies of the original edition survive, yet this legendary "feast of blood" continues to captivate readers with its inexplicable deaths, impossible escapes, revivifications, and graveyard rituals. This volume, the first of a two-book set, features an Introduction by noted science-fiction/fantasy editor E. F. Bleiler. Both editions are enriched by many atmospheric woodcut illustrations.
Varney the Vampyre: or, The Feast of Blood, Part 2 (Dover Horror Classics #1)
by James Malcolm Rymer Thomas Peckett PrestBefore there was Dracula, there was Varney the Vampyre, the most famous of the sensational penny dreadfuls issued by Victorian-era publishers. Printed anonymously in serial form in 1847, these gripping tales recount the exploits of a deathless creature with an insatiable appetite for blood. A succession of exciting episodes chronicle the horrible fates of Varney's victims as well as the terrifying experiences of the band of comrades sworn to destroy the vampire.Varney the Vampyre not only thrilled countless eager readers but also established many of the conventions and ideas associated with vampirism.Scarcely any copies of the original edition survive, yet this legendary "feast of blood" continues to captivate readers with its inexplicable deaths, impossible escapes, revivifications, and graveyard rituals. This volume is the second of a two-book set, both of which feature many atmospheric woodcut illustrations.
Varnished without a Trace (A Tallie Graver Mystery #5)
by Misty SimonHer number is up . . . This Christmas, Tallie Graver would like to take a break from running her cleaning business to be with her boyfriend, Max, and enjoy their first holiday together--alone. Instead, she&’s stuck keeping her mother and grandmother from duking it out during the town&’s annual Christmas Eve bingo game. As for festive spirit, she&’ll have to settle for her mean-spirited Aunt Ronda, whose mouth could use some soap. The night only gets worse after Tallie discovers Ronda&’s body. It seems someone cleaned her clock with a can of varnish. While all the evidence points to Ronda&’s husband, Tallie doesn&’t believe her beloved Uncle Hoagie could do such a dirty deed. Of course, his sudden disappearance doesn&’t help his case. If Tallie hopes to clear his name, she&’ll need to dig up some dirt to locate the real killer. Otherwise, someone else could get rubbed out . . . Praise for Cremains of the Day &“Simon kicks off a new series that combines a bit of humor and romance with a heroine who knows no boundaries while searching for the truth that will keep her out of jail.&”–Kirkus Reviews &“An amusing new series with an engaging, spirited sleuth.&” —Library Journal &“You&’ll be cheering as the clues pile up in this creative cozy mystery.&”—New York Times bestselling author Lynn Cahoon Visit us at www.kensingtonbooks.com
Vasquez & James Stories Bundle (Vasquez & James Series)
by Lou SylvreDon't miss this exclusive bundle of all seven stories of the Vasquez & James series by Lou Sylvre! Loving Luki Vasquez: Reclusive weaver Sonny Bly James and ex-ATF agent and all-around badass Luki Vasquez can run from desire, but they can't hide from the evil that hunts them. Sonny and Luki will have to call a truce and work together to fight an enemy intent on making sure loving Luki Vasquez is the last mistake Sonny will ever make.--Delsyn's Blues: While dealing with newly formed barriers between them, Sonny and Luki become the target of a new threat from outside: an escalating and unexplainable rash of break-ins and assaults.--Finding Jackie: When Luki's teenage nephew, Jackie, is lured into capture and torture by a sadistic killer, the honeymoon is well and truly over. The couple must put aside their differences to find Jackie before it's too late.--Saving Sonny James: The events of the last couple of years have begun to catch up with Luki, who must break free of the subsequent PTSD and depression and get to France fit and ready in time to save his husband's life.--Because of Jade: Luki and Sonny must combat self-doubt and fear and help each other learn to parent an unexpected child--and they must also nourish the love that has kept them whole for the past ten years.--Yes: From their first days together, Sonny and Luki stood united against deadly enemies and prevailed. But now the deadly enemy they face is the cancer thriving inside Luki, consuming his lungs.--A Shot of J&B: Six years ago, Brian Harrison helped save the life of Jackie Vasquez, and he's never really forgotten him. Now Jackie has become a man, and when they meet again by chance, lust shows every sign of growing into love, deep and true. A case from Brian's police job with Scotland Yard, however, places Jackie in mortal danger.See excerpt for individual blurbs.
Vast and Gracious Tide
by Lisa CarterA wounded veteran and the police chief's daughter must work together to bring a killer to justiceCaden Wallis lost friends, his girlfriend, and even his leg to the ravages of war. He arrives on the Outer Banks broken and still reeling, struggling to make peace with his new life.McKenna Dockery has been stuck in limbo since her fiancé died three years ago. Now, when the handsome yet heartbroken Caden arrives at her doorstep, she starts to wonder if there may be hope for her heart after all . . .But no sooner do they meet than a man is found murdered on McKenna's property--and Caden is the prime suspect. The two must learn to trust each other, or no one will be safe in the tangled web of conspiracy, greed, and deceit lurking in the tidal marshlands of the Outer Banks.
The Vatican Murders: The Victorian Murder Mystery Series: 5 (The Victorian Murder Mystery Series #5)
by Gyles Brandreth'An exciting period murder mystery' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'If you want a fun mystery to read, I highly recommend it' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Couldn't put it down!!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Does death await you in The Eternal City?1892: Arthur Conan Doyle is intrigued when he first begins to receive mysterious packages addressed to his famous fictional detective Sherlock Holmes.But the contents of the parcels are as gruesome and cryptic as any case Holmes himself tackled: a lock of hair, a severed finger wearing a gold ring, and the hand of a dead man.The only clue to who has sent them is the postmark from Rome.Doyle's friend and fellow author Oscar Wilde persuades him they must track down the perpetrator and identify the victims.Arriving in Italy, their investigation leads them to connect the parcels with the disappearance of a young girl and to the glittering Vatican City . . .With danger and death stalking them at every corner, can they unmask the killer before he catches up with them?A wonderfully witty and gripping cosy historical murder mystery with twists and turns aplenty. Perfect for fans of Sherlock Holmes, Agatha Christie and Richard Osman.Readers love The Vatican Murders:'The plot is constructed wonderfully . . . jumps off the page' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A truly enjoyable read from start to finish' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is an excellent mystery series starring Oscar Wilde and Arthur Conan Doyle among others. Great plots with a mix of history and interesting characters. Totally entertaining' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Simply delightful' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Vatican Plot
by Raúl Sánchez Quintana“The Vatican Plot” is an adventure of intrigue, betrayal, power and against it the whole struggle for good. Patrizia, a young woman who works at the Vatican Library, finds herself in the middle of a storm after subwaying her nose where she doesn't belong and must navigate to safety. The pope, the mafia, the national governments, the jihadists all have their hands in the mix trying to push and pull events in their favor, but not all can win or escape with their lives.
Vatican Vendetta: An Art-World Mystery
by Peter WatsonAn ambitious American pope makes powerful enemies—from the Italian Mafia to the US President—in this fascinating thriller that &“could be next week&’s news&” (Daily Mail). What if the unused riches of the Catholic Church were called upon to combat global poverty? Following a tragic earthquake in Italy, Pope Thomas—the first American pontiff and a transformative leader—auctions off one of the Vatican&’s Renaissance masterpieces to aid in the recovery. The sale is such a success that he decides to go even further: organizing the greatest art auction ever held, with the proceeds going to help the poor. But as the pope&’s charitable designs acquire political overtones, he encounters resistance from world leaders, including the president of the United States. And closer to the Vatican, the Mafia have as much interest in the poor as do popes and presidents . . . &“Master of the art-world thriller&” (Publishers Weekly), Peter Watson turns his attention to a different kind of political thriller, as Vatican Vendetta—previously published as Crusade—delivers &“nonstop action&” (The Guardian).
Vaticanus: La carta del Leviatán
by Pablo Ángel SánchezNadie la doblegaría jamás, pues no hay mayor encanto que el de un espíritu libre. El detonante de esta historia es un papiro encriptado atribuido a José de Arimatea, y datado en el siglo primero, que sugiere una verdad distinta sobre Jesús a la expuesta durante siglos por la Iglesia católica y el cristianismo en general. El papiro cae en manos de un cura joven recién llegado al Vaticano. Una facción de la Iglesia, intramuros del Vaticano, se arroga el cometido de localizarlo sin reparar en medios para que nunca se haga público su contenido. Comienzan invitando a una reunión subrepticia en Roma al arzobispo mexicano del Estado de Jalisco. Lo tratado en esa reunión deviene en una cascada de acontecimientos que afectarán de un modo sorprendente a todos los implicados en ella, directa o indirectamente.
The Vault
by Michael LedwidgeA gripping, twisting and explosive new thriller from the long-time James Patterson co-author.'Michael Ledwidge is one of those rare writers who keeps getting better and better.' JAMES PATTERSON'Sizzles with tension and twists' STEVE BERRYIt's summer in New York City and Faye Walker has it all. She's not only scored one of the most highly coveted internships in all of Wall Street, she's also just met the head-over-heels love of her life. With her natural-born gift for numbers and a work ethic that knows no bounds, Faye is a shoo-in for a full-time position at the illustrious merchant bank, Greene Brothers Hale. Then, just as she awaits her offer and her signing bonus, a treacherous betrayal arrives to shatter Faye's plans and her young life.But what her high finance masters-of-the-universe bosses don't know is that Faye isn't like any of the other interns. Having made her way past her humble small-town beginnings, for Faye, going back is not an option. That's why Faye now has a new plan. One that involves Swiss watch timing, nerves of steel and ten million dollars in cold hard Wall Street cash...(P)2023 Harlequin Enterprises, Limited
The Vault
by Michael Ledwidge'Michael Ledwidge is one of those rare writers who keeps getting better and better.' JAMES PATTERSON'Sizzles with tension and twists' STEVE BERRYIt's summer in New York City and Faye Walker has it all. She's not only scored one of the most highly coveted internships in all of Wall Street, she's also just met the head-over-heels love of her life. With her natural-born gift for numbers and a work ethic that knows no bounds, Faye is a shoo-in for a full-time position at the illustrious merchant bank, Greene Brothers Hale. Then, just as she awaits her offer and her signing bonus, a treacherous betrayal arrives to shatter Faye's plans and her young life.But what her high finance masters-of-the-universe bosses don't know is that Faye isn't like any of the other interns. Having made her way past her humble small-town beginnings, for Faye, going back is not an option. That's why Faye now has a new plan. One that involves Swiss watch timing, nerves of steel and ten million dollars in cold hard Wall Street cash...
The Vault (Peter Diamond Mystery #6)
by Peter LoveseyThe sixth mystery book in the award-winning Peter Diamond series, from Peter Lovesey.When a severed hand from the vault of Bath Abbey Churchyard arrives on Peter Diamond's desk, he is delighted to hear that, far from being a medieval relic, it is from the 1980s. But the vault is part of the house where Mary Shelley's Frankenstein was written, and a fanatical American professor is thwarting their investigation. Events are complicated even further when the professor's wife goes missing . . .Highly suspicious of the professor, but unable to prove anything, Diamond concentrates on trying to identify the remains, with shocking result. But before he can get any further, the owner of Bath's largest antique emporium is brutally murdered - and the last person to see her alive was the Professor.With consummate skill, wit and ingenuity, Peter Lovesey has crafted a whodunnit of brilliant complexity.
The Vault (Peter Diamond Mystery #6)
by Peter LoveseyThe sixth mystery book in the award-winning Peter Diamond series, from Peter Lovesey.When a severed hand from the vault of Bath Abbey Churchyard arrives on Peter Diamond's desk, he is delighted to hear that, far from being a medieval relic, it is from the 1980s. But the vault is part of the house where Mary Shelley's Frankenstein was written, and a fanatical American professor is thwarting their investigation. Events are complicated even further when the professor's wife goes missing . . .Highly suspicious of the professor, but unable to prove anything, Diamond concentrates on trying to identify the remains, with shocking result. But before he can get any further, the owner of Bath's largest antique emporium is brutally murdered - and the last person to see her alive was the Professor.With consummate skill, wit and ingenuity, Peter Lovesey has crafted a whodunnit of brilliant complexity.
The Vault (Peter Diamond #6)
by Peter LoveseyBath is a town layered in history: Roman, Medieval, Georgian. Detective Superintendent Peter Diamond is a bluff, old-fashioned policeman. When he is presented with a skeletal hand dug up in the course of renovations taking place in the vault under the Pump Room, he assumes it is merely of archaeological interest. But when the bones prove to be modern, Diamond must dig further. His inquiries cross those of a visiting American academic in pursuit of the diary of Mary Shelley, whose Frankenstein was written in the house right next to the Pump Room vault. Can that fact have anything to do with a modern murder . . . or murders?
The Vault: A Novel
by Boyd MorrisonNational bestselling author Boyd Morrison brings back Tyler Locke, who must race to stop a terrorist cell that has stolen an ancient text related to the tale of King Midas in this, "heart-thumping ride...not to be missed" (Steve Berry).Tyler Locke's routine commute on a Washington State ferry is interrupted by a chilling anonymous call: his father has been kidnapped, and a truck bomb is set to detonate on board in twenty minutes. When Tyler reaches the bomb on the boat's car deck, he's stunned to find classical languages expert Stacy Benedict waiting for him. She's received the same threat, and her sister has also been taken.In order to disarm the bomb, Tyler and Stacy must work together to solve an engineering puzzle--a puzzle written in ancient Greek. But preventing the explosion is only the first step; they soon learn the entire setup is a test created by a ruthless criminal who forces them to go on a seemingly impossible mission: uncover the legendary lost riches of King Midas.Tyler and Stacy have just five days to track down the gold. Armed with an ancient manuscript penned by brilliant Greek inventor Archimedes, they begin a quest to unravel a two-thousand-year-old mystery whose answer is hidden within the workings of a cryptic artifact: the Antikythera Mechanism, a device designed by Archimedes himself. To save their loved ones and prevent their captors from recovering a treasure that will finance unspeakable devastation, the two scramble to Italy, Germany, Greece, and finally to the streets of New York City in a race against the clock to find the truth behind the story of King Midas.The Vault combines an explosive premise and blistering pace with a fascinating exploration of one of history's most intriguing inventors and a brilliant reimagining of an ancient legend.
The Vault: An Inspector Wexford Novel (Inspector Wexford #23)
by Ruth RendellINCLUDES AN EXCERPT OF RENDELL’S FINAL NOVEL, DARK CORNERS In the stunning climax to Rendell’s classic 1998 novel A Sight for Sore Eyes, three bodies—two dead, one living—are entombed in an underground chamber beneath a picturesque London house. Twelve years later, the house’s new owner pulls back a manhole cover, and discovers the vault—and its grisly contents. Only now, the number of bodies is four. How did somebody else end up in the chamber? And who knew of its existence?With their own detectives at an impasse, London police call on former Kingsmarkham Chief Inspector Wexford, now retired and living with his wife in London, to advise them. Wexford, missing the thrill of a good case, jumps at the chance to sleuth once again. His dogged detective skills and knack for figuring out the criminal mind take him to London neighborhoods, posh and poor, as he follows a complex trail leading back to the original murders a decade ago. But just as the case gets hot, a devastating family tragedy pulls Wexford back to Kingsmarkham, and he finds himself transforming from investigator into victim. Ingeniously plotted, The Vault is a “masterful” (The Seattle Times) sequel to A Sight for Sore Eyes that will satisfy both longtime Wexford fans and new Rendell readers alike.
The Vault Of Bones
by Pip Vaughan-Hughes'Pip Vaughan-Hughes has given us a monk, a corpse, a sinister Templar and a terrific adventure that romps across mediaeval Christendom' Bernard CornwellThe stunning sequel to RELICS - and on a truly monumental scale...In the darkness of 13th Century Europe, the most precious treasures of the Christian world lie in a small church in the great ruined city of Constantinople: the crown of thorns, the spear that pierced Jesus' side, the shroud bearing the imprint of Christ.On the other side of the globe, Petroc of Auneford sails into the sprawling Pool of London for the first time. He has left his old monastic world behind for that of the enigmatic Captain de Montalhac - purveyor of fine relics and other exotic trinkets to anyone with sufficient money and desire.For Petroc, the trip is soon blighted by tragedy, but grief is no guard against greed or rumour. The great powers of Christendom are gathering ... all covet the power of the most precious relics - and Petroc finds himself right in the eye of the storm.
The Vault Of Bones (Unholy Relics)
by Pip Vaughan-Hughes'Pip Vaughan-Hughes has given us a monk, a corpse, a sinister Templar and a terrific adventure that romps across mediaeval Christendom' Bernard CornwellThe stunning sequel to RELICS - and on a truly monumental scale...In the darkness of 13th Century Europe, the most precious treasures of the Christian world lie in a small church in the great ruined city of Constantinople: the crown of thorns, the spear that pierced Jesus' side, the shroud bearing the imprint of Christ.On the other side of the globe, Petroc of Auneford sails into the sprawling Pool of London for the first time. He has left his old monastic world behind for that of the enigmatic Captain de Montalhac - purveyor of fine relics and other exotic trinkets to anyone with sufficient money and desire.For Petroc, the trip is soon blighted by tragedy, but grief is no guard against greed or rumour. The great powers of Christendom are gathering ... all covet the power of the most precious relics - and Petroc finds himself right in the eye of the storm.
The Vaults: A Thriller (The City)
by Toby BallThe first book in the widely acclaimed City Trilogy, The Vaults is a riveting dystopian thriller set in 1930s America. At the height of the most corrupt administration in the City’s history, a mysterious duplicate file is discovered deep within the Vaults—a cavernous hall containing all of the municipal criminal justice records of the last seventy years. From here, we follow Arthur Puskis, the Vaults’ hermit-like archivist; Frank Frings, a high-profile investigative journalist; and Ethan Poole, a socialist private eye with a penchant for blackmail. All three men will undertake their own investigations into the dark past and uncertain future of their surroundings, and what they find will call everything they thought they knew about the City into question.
VCR from Beyond (Vintage Rose Mysteries)
by Jacobs EvanThemes: Respect, Friendship, Monsters, Bullying, Supernatural, Mystery, Fiction, Tween, Chapter Book, Hi-Lo, Hi-Lo Books, Hi-Lo Solutions, High-Low Books, Hi-Low Books, ELL, EL, ESL, Struggling Learner, Struggling Reader, Special Education, SPED, Newcomers, Reading, Learning, Education, Educational, Educational Books. Donovan and Mark are always giving their friend Alex a hard time. When Alex buys an old TV/VCR at the local antique shop, they tease him about wasting his money. But Alex sees something in it that his friends don’t. Then he starts acting strange. Will Donovan and Mark figure out what’s going on with him before it’s too late? In the fictional town of Scarecrow, California, tweens keep discovering mysterious and sometimes magical objects at the Vintage Rose Antique Shop. When they take these objects home, strange things begin to happen. Does the family who inherited the store have an active imagination? Or is the store really haunted? Each story is a tale about a specific relic found at the store. Stories will appeal to the most reluctant reader who enjoys the mysterious and somewhat creepy.
Vector
by James AbelJoe Rush takes on a new terror, spawned in the Amazon rain forest, that threatens to bring the world to its knees in James Abel's latest bio-thriller, now in paperback.While studying new forms of malaria at an Amazon gold rush, Joe Rush's best friend and partner, Eddie Nakamura, disappears. Learning that many of the sick miners have also vanished, Rush begins a search for Eddie that takes him into the heart of darkness--where while battling for his life, he discovers a secret that may change the world. Thousands of miles away, sick people are starting to flood into U.S. hospitals. When the White House admits that it has received terrorist threats, cities across the Northeast begin to shut down. Rush and his team must journey from one of the most remote spots on Earth to one of the busiest, as the clock ticks toward a kind of annihilation not thought possible. They have even less time than they think to solve the mystery, for the danger--as bad as it is--is about to get even worse.
Vector (Jack Stapleton Ser. #No. 4)
by Robin CookUn trepidante thriller médico por el maestro del género, Robin Cook. En Nueva York, un emigrado ruso se dedica a producir armas bacteriológicas en su tiempo libre y un grupo paramilitar de ideología fascista está dispuesto a utilizarlas en un salvaje atentado. Los tranquilos paseantes del Central Park ignoran que está a punto de producirse una catástrofe de consecuencias pavorosas. Solo los patólogos forenses Jack Stapleton y Laurie Montgomery, protagonistas también del anterior éxito del autor, Cromosoma 6, disponen de imprecisas pistas que podrían conducir a evitar lo que parece inevitable. Pero para conseguirlo no solo deberán confiar en el azar, sino también arriesgar su propia vida y la de miles de personas inocentes.