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Power, Wealth, & Murder (A Carriage Cove Cozy Mystery Book 1)
Life terrifyingly ends up imitating art when Sip & Read Cafe owner Victoria Matheson hosts a book reading at her establishment. An event which features “Power, Wealth & Murder”… the latest mystery novel from one of her favorite authors Harrison Bell. But the very next day the body of the book store’s assistant manager is discovered. Apparently murdered in a similar fashion to characters in Bell’s book! Carriage Cove police chief Susan Miles apprehends Bell in Lee’s death, placing him behind bars. Victoria, saddened by both the sudden death and Harrison’s imprisonment. She sets out with the aid of her daughter Rachel to solve the mystery. Victoria and Rachel will have to sift through a dark and odd cast of characters including a shady Businessman, an obsessed fan who bares a striking resemblance to Harrison, and a very ambitious personal assistant of Mr. Bell’s. To uncover the shocking truth! Find out what happens in book one of the Carriage Cove Mysteries! Read more$0.00$0.99 -
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A Matter of Latitude (Canary Islands Mysteries Book 1)
From the acclaimed author of The Drago Tree comes a riveting thriller about survival, revenge and long-hidden secrets. When Lanzarote anti-corruption activist Celestino is T-boned on a lonely road, he knows the collision was no accident. Wounded and fearing for his life, he hides in an abandoned fishing village, waiting for a chance to make it home. Meanwhile, his wife Paula is distraught and sets out to look for him. Paula’s search for her husband quickly descends into mayhem, danger and intrigue. Before long, she realizes she’s being followed. She needs answers, and fast. But where is Celestino, and will he ever make it back alive? “A Matter of Latitude simmers with danger, betrayal and treachery, drawing the reader into the island’s history of shady dealings and uneasy relationships between natives, tourists and expats… Isobel Blackthorn has crafted an atmospheric and setting-rich novel with alluring lyrical style.” – Sandi Wallace, award-winning crime fiction author Praise from readers: ★★★★★ – “If you enjoy international stories full of drama and culture, this is definitely one to put on your list.” ★★★★★ – “The author was brilliant in her descriptions and really brought some scenes alive for me. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes suspense and interesting characters.” Read more$0.00$11.69 -
Old Wounds
Revenge. Murder. Betrayal. For a reluctant mob hit man, it’s his morning ritual… Raised in a Mafia family, Tom Russo wants out. A military stint makes him a hero, and he has options. But The Family has ways to get what it wants. His loved ones are frightened. His best friends are ‘made’ men. His world must come crashing down before he can rebuild it… “Exciting right from the start. Lots of twists and turns; it was a hard book to put down!”– Kindle Reader, Jacqueline Stewart Full of breakneck action, chilling betrayal and heartbreak, and a thrilling twist ending you won’t see coming! Grab your copy of Old Wounds now! (Originally published under the penname ‘Sam Powers’) Read more$0.00$3.99 -
Found You (A Rylie Wolf FBI Suspense Thriller—Book One)
A notorious stretch of highway is rife with serial killers, unsolved murders and missing-persons cases. The FBI, knowing it must crack this Bermuda Triangle of death, assigns its most brilliant mind—and flawed agent—Rylie Wolf, to dive headfirst into this road of danger. Rylie must tap her brilliant instincts to decode these cases and enter the twisted mind of killers—while battling demons from her own dark past. In FOUND YOU (A Rylie Wolf FBI Suspense Thriller—Book One), FBI Agent Rylie Wolf isn’t afraid to speak her mind. But when her headstrong tendencies land her in hot water, she finds herself assigned to a new location: a dangerous stretch of highway, spanning several states, known for unsolved murders and missing-persons cases. Rylie, still haunted by a near miss with a murderer during her childhood, knows this area all too well. It was one she hoped never to return to. Victims are found strung to mile markers along the highway, an eerie trademark of a serial killer. Rylie and her new partner must track down the killer, but the pattern of murders is baffling. With the FBI breathing down her neck, time is running out, and as the pressure ramps up, Rylie finds herself in the middle of a cat-and-mouse game with a killer more deranged than she could have ever imagined. Can Rylie stop the murderer before he kills again? Or will she herself be the next victim? A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the RYLIE WOLF mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. It is a perfect addition for fans of Robert Dugoni, Rachel Caine, Melinda Leigh or Mary Burton. Books #2 and #3 in the series—CAUGHT YOU and SEE YOU—are now also available. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
The Best American Series: 16 Short Stories & Essays
The Best American series is the premier annual showcase for the country’s finest short fiction and nonfiction. This special edition contains selections from the following 2016 editions: The Best American Essays edited by Jonathan FranzenThe Best American Mystery Stories edited by Elizabeth GeorgeThe Best American Science and Nature Writing edited by Amy StewartThe Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy edited by Karen Joy FowlerThe Best American Short Stories edited by Junot DiazThe Best American Travel Writing edited by Bill BrysonThe Best American Sports Writing edited by Rick TelanderThe Best American Nonrequired Reading edited by Rachel Kushner Each volume’s series editor selects notable works from hundreds of magazines, journals, and websites. The special guest editor then chooses the best twenty or so pieces to publish. This unique system has made the Best American series the most respected – and most popular – of its kind. Read more$0.00$6.99 -
Dog Days Murderous Nights: Winnona Peaks Mysteries Book 1
Winning at ALL costs… can be costly. Christy Roberts, owner of Alfie’s Bed & Breakfast, has been getting a nice flow of customers due to the Winnona Peak’s Annual Dog Show.When one of the shows participants J.W. Augustine turns up dead in his room at Alfie’s Bed &Breakfast, Christy is determined to find out if this was an accident or a stealthy-murder. With a complicated trio of possible suspects in play, each with motive, Christy, along with her two trusty Pomeranians are set to find out who is the killer. But this one could get a little hairy. Find out what happens in book one of the Winnona Peaks Mystery! Read more$0.00$0.99 -
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Rapacity & Rancor: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Mystery Romance Series (Crime & Courtship Book 1)
Meryton is atwitter with the arrival of Mr. Bingley and his friends, but Mr. Darcy leaves a bad first impression on the attendees of the Assembly ball. It’s almost enough to detract from the theft that occurs while everyone is inside dancing. Soon enough, other thefts occur throughout the village. Ever curious, Lizzy ventures to find the thief, acquiring an unexpected ally in the endeavor in Fitzwilliam Darcy. As they work together, she gains a more favorable impression of him, but he is the last man with whom she would ever want to solve another mystery. This is part one of the completed five-book “Crime & Courtship” series. They are intended to be read in order and follow roughly the same timeline and locations as J.A.’s masterpiece.The first mystery takes place in Meryton. The next will be at Netherfield, followed by Hunsford, then London, and finally Pemberley. The story arc will continue throughout all five parts, compromising one long read broken into five sections. A mystery is central to each installment, so you could call this a cozy mystery sweet Regency romance. While Abbey sometimes writes sensual JAFF, this series is strictly SWEET. Read more$0.00$3.99 -
Eyes of the Hammer: The Green Berets: Dave Riley #1
“Exciting and authentic! Author Mayer, a Green Beret himself, gave me a vivid look at the world of the Army’s Special Forces. His portrayal of Green Beret operations and techniques takes you deep into the world of Special Operations.” W.E.B. Griffin. A US Special Forces team lead by Green Beret Dave Riley is on a top secret mission to take down drug traffickers in Colombia, but while doing so they are faced with betrayal by their own government. The team is carrying sterilized weapons and unmarked uniforms and the operation is “off the books.” Of course, nothing is as it seems, especially once the CIA gets involved. Throw in an Israeli mercenary and betrayal, and Dave Riley and his team soon find themselves wondering what the real mission is and will they become collateral damage from all the double-dealing going on back in Washington. Eyes of the Hammer is the first book in the bestselling Green Beret Series. Stephen Coonts: “A scorcher of a novel!” Read more$0.00$9.99 -
No Strangers Here: Sneak Peek (A County Kerry Mystery Book 1)
Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition! Set in the striking, rugged countryside of County Kerry, bestselling author Carlene O’Connor’s intriguing new series introduces Dimpna Wilde, an Irish vet grappling with life, death, family dynamics, and the secrets at the heart of this small community . . . On a rocky beach in the southwest of Ireland, the body of Jimmy O’Reilly, sixty-nine years old and dressed in a suit and his dancing shoes, is propped on a boulder, staring sightlessly out to sea. A cryptic message is spelled out next to the body with sixty-nine polished black stones and a discarded vial of deadly veterinarian medication lies nearby. Jimmy was a wealthy racehorse owner, known far and wide as The Dancing Man. In a town like Dingle, everyone knows a little something about everyone else. But dig a bit deeper, and there’s always much more to find. And when Detective Inspector Cormac O’Brien is dispatched out of Killarney to lead the murder inquiry, he’s determined to unearth every last buried secret. Dimpna Wilde hasn’t been home in years. As picturesque as Dingle may be for tourists in search of their roots and the perfect jumper, to her it means family drama and personal complications. In fairness, Dublin hasn’t worked out quite as she hoped either. Faced with a triple bombshell—her mother rumored to be in a relationship with Jimmy, her father’s dementia is escalating, and her brother is avoiding her calls—Dimpna moves back to clear her family of suspicion. Despite plenty of other suspects, the guards are crawling over the Wildes. But the horse business can be a brutal one, and as Dimpna becomes more involved with her old acquaintances and haunts, the depth of lingering grudges becomes clear. Theft, extortion, jealousy and greed. As Dimpna takes over the family practice, she’s in a race with the detective inspector to uncover the dark, twisting truth, no matter how close to home it strikes . . . Read more -
Phoenix: Book One of The Stardust Series
Be careful what you wish for… On my eighteenth birthday, I desired nothing more than the chance to explore the world. Make friends. Maybe even fall in love. I never expected my quiet, sheltered life in the wilderness to come crashing down around me. But my dad has been keeping secrets. And after a decade of hiding, the past has finally caught up with us. The past, plus six hot guys with secrets of their own. In a way, my wish has come true. Now, I just need to determine whether that’s a good thing. *Phoenix is book one in The Stardust Series, a slow-burn contemporary reverse harem romance.* Read more$0.00$2.99 -
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Secrets We Keep
From the best-selling author of Pretty Killer, No Justice, and 12 comes Secrets We Keep, an intense new stand-alone thriller. John thought what happened in London would stay in London. He was wrong. As a successful author with a wife and two daughters he adores, John Treadwell should be happy. But while an ocean away from his family, he drunkenly hooks up with one of his biggest fans to chase away the loneliness. After his one-night stand, John is sure he’ll be able to hide this moment of weakness from his family. After all, the woman he slept with lives in London, and there’s no way they’ll ever see each other again. But John isn’t about to get away so easy. His biggest fan has grander plans than just a single drunken night … An intense psychological thriller that explores the ways secrets can destroy those who hold them, Secrets We Keep is perfect for fans of Darcey Bell and Harlan Coban, or movies like A Simple Favor and The Hand That Rocks the Cradle. Warning: Secrets We Keep is a tense psychological thriller that includes adult language and situations. While it is all within the context of the story, some readers may find this content offensive. Intended for mature audiences. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Chained Guilt: A Crime Thriller: David Porter Mystery #1
2017 NIEA Award Winning book! USA TODAY Best-Selling Author Terry Keys delivers in this action-packed, high-octane thrill ride! First time reader of Terry Keys. Good story, lots of twists. Suspense, drama, twists and turns a very good read. I have found a new mystery writer for my bookshelf.(Amazon Customer) A page-turning thriller in the tradition of David Baldacci, James Patterson, Jack Reacher and Harry Bosch, Chained Guilt pulls you in and never let’s go! Love is blind and lust is too… Detective David Porter had just closed the file on his latest serial killer case when horrific murders with the same MO start happening in and around Houston. A fifteen-year veteran of the Houston Police Department, Porter was one of the best serial killer detectives in the country, his talents known worldwide. The recently promoted officer couldn’t ask for much more. He was husband to one of the hottest women on the planet, former-model-turned-news-anchor Miranda Porter. He also had two beautiful daughters. Yes, life was good . . . or so it seemed. A cunning serial killer was on the prowl, brutally killing every child he could get his hands on. Porter was hot on his trail, but the killer was an expert – no mistakes. A late night of work, a storm and a car accident would lead David head first into another case – a kidnapping – and this time it was personal. Could there be a connection between the two? David was staring face-first down the barrel of both cases and time was running out.Does Detective Porter have what it takes to bring these criminals to justice and solve they mystery? Will the good life he once enjoyed elude him forever? Only time will tell. Detective David Porter is a former Army Ranger and a leading criminal profiler specializing in serial killers. He works for the Houston Police Department and lives just south of Houston with his wife Miranda and their two daughters. Get Chained Guilt today to experience this fast-paced thriller where the breathtaking action never ends! Read more$0.00$10.99 -
Inner City Youth
Golden Era Hip-Hop crew Inner City Youth comes out of retirement to rock a concert. Violence breaks out during their performance. The venue evolves into the scene of a triple homicide. Antoinette Miller hires private investigator Doug Scott to find out who killed her son. Inner City Youth member Andre Johnson takes interest in the case. Andre and Doug pursue leads through the South Side of Chicago streets. The Gangster Disciples and Vice Lords figure into play. Andre and Doug take action to uncover the truth about what happens when Inner City Youth takes the stage. Read more$0.00$9.99 -
Ashes and Wine (A Perilous Trust Book 1)
“I’ll fight for my sister, but I expect Wyatt to fight for me.” It’s Lilah’s birthday, but why does it feel like her sister’s the star of this party. She’s gotten used to being second-rate to her more outgoing sister, Southern. But when Southern winds up dead, no one was more puzzled than Lilah over who had the motive to kill her. Wyatt’s been a police officer for a year, and he’s already ripe for a promotion. There is so much that he could be doing with his talent, especially after being stuck with a lazy partner. But be careful what you wish for, when he finds himself called to the scene of a murder. The killer is on the hunt for some evidence tied with the mob, and they think Lilah has it. But Wyatt’s ability to protect Lilah is threatened when love gets involved. Will he be able to keep her safe? Or will his feelings for her interfere with his ability to do his job? Ashes and Wine is an emotional suspense in A Perilous Trust duology. If you like hot chemistry, mystery and suspense, with characters with integrity, then you’ll love Patricia Hoving’s romantic suspense series. Hide out with Ashes and Wine Today! _____ Disclaimer: HFN ending Read more$0.00$13.99 -
The Sweet Taste of Murder: An Angel Lake Mystery (Walking Calamity Cozy Mystery Book 1)
What could possibly be worse than a string of calls from a telemarketer? Elise Pepper is about to find out. Her return to her southern hometown after a scandalous divorce is stressful enough, but when she trips over the body of the town playboy, her stress meter hits an all-time high. Between bizarre phone calls and more, the victim has left behind a heap of trouble that includes missing money, missing pets, and mourning lovers. Add in a growing list of suspects and Elise is neck deep trouble. Stuck in the middle of her personal drama and the small town rumor mill, there’s no shortage of theories. But when she discovers her best friend, Lavina is the number one suspect, she knows what she has to do. The question is will it help or hurt? Can amateur sleuth Elise clear her friend’s name, or will her friendship blinders shield her from the truth? Find out more in the first book of this 6 book cozy murder mystery series, the Angel Lake Cozy Mysteries! Read more$0.00$12.99
