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Deadly Touch: a Gripping Detective Crime Thriller Short Story
MEET NEWBIE DETECTIVE ROBIN MATTHEWS.She is young, gritty, and relentless. Robin Matthews has just joined the police force as a new detective. She is finally pursuing her dreams, getting justice for all. But when she messes up on her very first day, she starts to wonder if this isn’t the right career for her after all. Her day takes an interesting turn when a man suddenly dies at the precinct of the police station. With no external injuries or apparent cause of death, rookie Robin and her seasoned partner, Kyle, are left bewildered. The case is more complicated than it seems… Their investigation takes them to a remote town where they face horrors they have never experienced before. Robin must learn to fight her fears, or else she will be lost forever. Will Robin manage to find the murderer? Can she stop him in time, or will her fears become her downfall? A prequel to the amazing Robin Matthews series; find out where it all begins. The Robin Matthews Mystery Thriller Series is perfect for fans of Michael Connelly, John Sandford, Robert Crais, David Baldacci, Stuart Woods, and James Patterson.$0.00$0.99 -
Sea of Shadows
“Here is a writer at the top of his game. The result is a brilliant techno-thriller, the kind a young Clancy would be proud to call his own.” — HOMER HICKAM, Bestselling author of ‘Rocket Boys’ A minor accident at a German nuclear power plant, a Biological Warfare attack on the British Embassy in Washington, DC, and a secret arms deal combine to drive a trusted NATO Ally into an illegal alliance with a rogue Middle Eastern state. With the world hovering on the brink of war, a handful of U.S. Navy warships must track down and destroy a wolfpack of state-of-the-art submarines. Their enemy is skilled in deception, and incredibly lethal. Out-gunned, out-maneuvered, and out-thought, the U.S. Navy crews must throw the rulebook out the window, and become every bit as devious and deadly as their enemy. If they fail, the consequences are unthinkable… “A timeless warrior epic. Jeff Edwards spins a stunning and irresistibly-believable tale of savage modern naval combat.” — JOE BUFF, Bestselling author of ‘Seas of Crisis,’ and ‘Crush Depth’ “…fast and lethal. I read it in one sitting.” — PAUL L. SANDBERG, Producer of ‘The Bourne Supremacy,’ and ‘The Bourne Ultimatum’ “… as close as you can get to naval surface combat without being shot at. Jeff Edwards has penned a fast, no-holds-barred thriller that never lets up. Highly recommended.” — JACK DuBRUL, Bestselling author of ‘The Silent Sea,’ and ‘Havoc’ (Originally published as ‘Torpedo’)$0.00$14.99 -
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Nightfall: a Dark Mafia Romance
I just discovered the don’s darkest secret. Wait ‘til he finds out mine… The Bratva don and I made a deal:Spare my father. Take me instead. But Dmitry Tsezar wasn’t satisfied with my body.He wanted everything else, too.My obedience. My submission.My heart. My soul. And when that still wasn’t enough, he came to take my life. But then I found something.Something twisted. Something wrong.Something hidden in a locked room of his mansion, in a wing he warned me never, ever to wander near. When I opened the door and discovered Dmitry’s secret…Everything changed forever. This is book 1 of the Tsezar Bratva duet! The second and final book, Daybreak, is available now!$0.00$14.99 -
The Summer of 75
Almost a decade after finding himself working for a shadowy Government department, ex-Detective John Gallagher is sent on a task that will become his most testing yet. Armed only with a two inch revolver, 12 bullets, some cryptic clues and a sense of humour, his mission is to assist a high ranking East German foreign intelligence operative to defect to the West.$0.00$6.50 -
Honorable Deeds: a Declan Mciver Novella
“… a non-stop action ride that grabs the reader, not letting go. Declan McIver is up there with Gabriel Allon and Mitch Rapp as a prime example of the political thriller genre! ~ Tammy @ RabidReaders.com Years after having been trained by elite Russian Special Forces, former IRA assassin Declan McIver has finally escaped Northern Ireland and reached the United States. But life in America as an illegal immigrant isn’t easy and McIver’s only option for employment is aboard a smuggler’s boat. It’s a simple life, he’s paid in cash, and he doesn’t have to kill anyone, but when his employer branches out into a new line of work, assassination for hire, Declan is forced to choose between his new life and old debts. “Ian Graham writes the kind of stories I want to read. Full on, action-packed, adrenaline-fueled. Keep your eye on this author, he’s going to be a big name in thrillers before long.” – Matt Hilton (author of the Joe Hunter thriller series)$0.00$2.99 -
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Area Zero
If you want something hidden, consider hiding it in plain sight. Unfortunately, stumbling across such a something came close to getting Nathan fired. An innocent when it came to the discovery, to be sure, but it would nevertheless be fair to say that Nathan wasn’t entirely blameless in the matter, having run roughshod over all manner of military regulations. Despite the repeated screw-ups, Nathan remains an asset to the auditing firm, Mace Forensics. So, in a last ditch effort to keep him out of trouble, the firm banishes Nathan to a relic of the Cold War, a third-rate air base situated somewhere in the Nevada desert. Nathan is a forensic accountant, and he is to audit said base until every pencil, and every paperclip has been entered into the ledger. There he will be safely out of sight, and out of mind. Welcome to Area Zero, Nathan. Area Zero is a zany, fast-paced thriller accelerating to a breakneck ending that will leave you breathless. Buy Area Zero today and watch Nathan’s encounter with the good, the bad, and the downright dysfunctional.$0.00$0.99 -
To Kill a Killer
The two greatest assassins in the world collide… and only one can survive.$4.99$10.99 -
Skin and Blond
Dark. Raw. Gritty. Blond. from USA Today bestselling author V. J. Chambers Ever since blond detective Ivy Stern got herself kicked off the police force for “sexual conduct unbecoming an officer,” she’s been slumming it as a private investigator. But she’s handling the fact her life is in shambles just fine, thank you very much. She manages to get up to open her office by the crack of noon every day, no matter how hungover she is or whose bed she woke up in. When Miles Pike, head of homicide and her it’s-complicated-ex-boyfriend, refers a distraught man to her, Ivy’s ready to get cracking. Her new client is frustrated that the police are treating what he thinks is clearly his sister’s murder as a run-of-the-mill missing persons case. Well, Ivy’s good with murder. Real good. And this case has her intrigued. There’s no evidence that the victim has been killed, but she’s gone, leaving everything behind from her cell phone to her credit cards. Everything except her bed sheets.$0.00$12.99 -
A Trifle Dead
Tabitha Darling, owner and chef of the hipster Cafe La Femme, must choose between her long time crush broody policeman, and newcomer snarky Scottish blogger. Can she decide before the local killer on the loose sets his sights on her? Tabitha Darling has always had a dab hand for pastry and a knack for getting into trouble. Which was fine when she was a tearaway teen, but not so useful now she’s trying to run a hipster urban cafe, invent the perfect trendy dessert, and stop feeding the many (oh so unfashionable) policemen in her life. When a dead muso is found in the flat upstairs, Tabitha does her best (honestly) not to interfere with the investigation, despite the cute Scottish blogger who keeps angling for her help. Her superpower is gossip, not solving murder mysteries, and those are totally not the same thing, right? But as that strange death turns into a string of random crimes across the city of Hobart, Tabitha can’t shake the unsettling feeling that maybe, for once, it really is all about her And maybe she’s figured out the deadly truth a trifle late… A Trifle Dead is a culinary crime novel – delicious food, good coffee, cute frocks and okay, the occasional gruesome murder. BONUS SECTION includes recipes to make your own trifles. Awards and Accolades: Shortlisted for Best Debut Book, Davitt Awards for Australian Women’s Crime Writing. Read all the Cafe La Femme Books: A Trifle Dead (Book 1) The Blackmail Blend (mini mystery) Drowned Vanilla (Book 2) Keep Calm and Kill the Chef Reviews: I loved the sheer exuberance and fun of this mystery novel, from Tabitha’s fabulous voice to her endless energy, love for glitter, nail polish and vintage frocks, her experimental desserts and the fantastic cast of characters around her. … This was the most sheerly FUN mystery I’ve read in a long time, and I can’t wait for the next book in the series! – Stephanie Burgis, Goodreads Part of the reason it was so enjoyable is that there’s nothing maliciously daft about Tabitha. In fact there’s a distinct feeling that her tongue is quite firmly placed in her cheek … there were points when I found myself laughing. – AustCrimeFiction This was a fun, modern read, that managed to be a mystery story, a celebration of cooking, a sparkling romance and a portrait of Hobart all at once. – InkAshlings This fun, cosy style novel is the start of a new mystery series which features a quirky Australian voice, memorable characters and delicious sounding food. – Adventures of an Intrepid Reader A Trifle Dead‘s a light, funny and enjoyable read blending mystery, humour and a touch of romance. Oh and there are delicious recipes on the final few pages, ideal for an aspiring foodie or any reader with a sweet tooth. I am looking forward to the next instalment. – Book’d Out This was an extremely entertaining book … In the true spirit of a culinary crime novel there are dessert recipes at the end for adventurous readers to try. It is a cross between chicklit and murder mystery – tasREADSmania About the Author: Livia Day is a stylish, murder-obsessed fashionista who lives inside the head of someone else entirely. Tansy Rayner Roberts is a mother, an author, a blogger, a podcaster, and a Hugo-award winning critic. Together they WRITE CRIME. And sometimes they invent ice cream recipes. Livia Day is the author of the Café La Femme series of cozy mystery novels, including A Trifle Dead, Drowned Vanilla, The Blackmail Blend and Keep Calm and Kill the Chef. Warning: reading these books will make you crave dessert. -
How to Leash a Thief: a Humorous, Small-town Mystery With a Chick-lit Twist & a Smidgen of Romance
Life in Pleasant Hills, Texas, flows like sweet molasses. Normally.But nothing is pleasant or normal about murder. On a hot summer night, southern and sassy Steely Lamarr discovers someone murdered the janitor at her newly acquired dog-grooming shop. Unfortunately, the rest of the community considers the deceased riffraff and a stain on society. But for Steely, the mysterious death of the coworker hits the heart. Steely vows to track down the killer with the help of her motley crew, a cheeky Chihuahua and her best friend Daniel. Except her dogged determination puts her in the doghouse. Especially with the gorgeous, new police officer in town. When a bank heist turns Pleasant Hills upside down, Steely suspects the two crimes are related, and she sets out to prove it. As Steely chases clues across town, she winds up a suspect, on the murderer’s radar, and her boyfriend kicks her to the curb. She soon realizes, sometimes, the culprit is the one you’d never suspect who’s as crooked as a dog’s hind leg. Can Steely catch the larcenous killer before she becomes the next victim? ♥Publisher’s note: This is the 2nd edition of How to Leash a Thief. Many readers of the 1st edition stated it read like a “cozy” mystery. Although it does contain many cozy mystery elements, we at Pigasus Publications do not want to mislead readers. Our readers’ happiness is top priority. How to Leash a Thief does not contain explicit sex or excessive violence. Some cozy mystery fans might enjoy the story. But we want to inform readers, the book does contain minimal use of curse words and sexual innuendos. Thank you for your interest!$0.00$0.99 -
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In Milady’s Chamber: a John Pickett Mystery
Low dealings in high society…Estranged from her husband through her failure to produce an heir, Lady Fieldhurst resolves to repay his neglect by taking a lover. Fate takes a hand when she and her would-be lover enter her bedchamber to find Lord Fieldhurst lying on the floor–with her nail scissors protruding from his neck. Bow Street Runner John Pickett, twenty-four years old and new to the Bow Street force, has spent most of his brief career chasing petty thieves and pickpockets. Nothing in his experience has prepared him for low dealings in high society–or for the beautiful young widow who is the chief suspect.$0.00$12.95 -
Disorganized Crime: a Kat Makris Greek Mafia Novel
SAFARI CRIME (#12 in the Kat Makris series) is out now! There’s no offer for her to refuse … Kat Makris was a little girl when her father spun wild and outrageous bedtime stories about Baboulas, the Greek boogeyman, a lawless creature with a penchant for stealing gold and clashing with the gods. Now Kat is twenty-eight, single, a couch potato in a cube farm, when her father goes missing. Without him, she’s alone in the world. Before the police can work their mojo, she herself is abducted by a couple of hoods with crooked noses, and she quickly discovers her father’s old stories were true—true crime, that is. Baboulas is an infamous mob boss in Greece, and Baboulas is the one who has Kat holed up in a private plane bound for Greece. Now, to find her father, Kat must face the boogeyman … Somewhere between Stephanie Plum and Michael Corleone you’ll find Kat Makris. DISORGANIZED CRIME is a humorous look at family—and Family.$0.00$12.99 -
Mrs. Betty Jones: Lady Vigilante
Ding, Dong! Avon Calling! As WW2 rages, a lone vigilante takes to the streets of New York to wage war against a powerful crime syndicate. She’s the antihero the city needs, hidden in plain sight, with the perfect double life. But the past is catching up to her and it’s not going to be pretty… “‘Lady Vigilante’ is a delicious love triangle wrapped in dark comedy, with knives on the side…” (Review) ⠀ Winner of the Kindle Book Review Reader’s Choice Award.Winner of the Scarlet Stiletto’s HQ Fiction Award for Best Thriller. Betty Jones has a dark past, which she paints away each day with Avon cosmetics and a bright smile. She’s created a new life with her picture-perfect family, but old scars are beginning to itch. When Betty stumbles across a drug trafficking ring with sinister intentions, she recognizes the calling card of her past demons. Blessed with gifts that make her more than human, Betty is unable to live with the continuing existence of the people who once ruined her, so she embarks on a cold-blooded vigilante mission to be rid of them once and for all. But her enemies are closing in, and Betty’s perfect life is beginning to crack. In Mrs. Betty Jones: Lady Vigilante, we meet Betty one year before the main series begins. This is Betty’s origin story – her transformation from domestic goddess to vintage vigilante. After a decade of blissful marriage to George, a chance encounter triggers Betty to begin hunting down the evil family she had buried in the past. Begin your journey into the Lady Vigilante Crime Series here. Mrs. Betty Jones: Lady Vigilante is the PREQUEL episode in the thrilling vigilante crime serial readers describe as “An EXPLOSIVE laugh-out-loud story!” with the indomitable protagonist, Betty Jones, as “a female Jack Reacher”, “powered as all hell” and “Sassy, Smart and Deadly!” About this Series Set against the backdrop of World War 2 in New York City, this series features an unlikely heroine that you’ll fall in love with. You can find continuing new releases for this series on Amazon. Best read in order. For fans of Kerry Greenwood’s Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries, classic Film Noir like Raymond Chandler’s The Big Sleep and action superheroes like Marvel’s Avenger Black Widow, starring Scarlett Johansson. It’s a blisteringly paced and stylish read that’s a mix of Batman and Agent Carter – with a dash of Tarantino… If you love ruthless revenge, kick-ass action and unforgettable characters, then you’ll love Hayley Camille’s bestselling serialized novel. Lady Vigilante is a Crime Prize Winner, earning the Kindle Book Review ‘Reader’s Choice Award’ against an impressive cast of International Crime Drama novels and the Scarlet Stiletto’s HQ Fiction (HarperCollins) Award for Best Thriller, 2020. Infused with crime romance, mysteries and humor, the entire series is also available on Kindle Unlimited. In the seedy underworld of 1940s New York, revenge tastes like cherry pie with a side of lipstick and perfume. This Avon Lady has murder on her mind…$0.00$17.99 -
The Greeks of Beaubien Street: Detroit Detective Stories Book #1
Warning! Adult Content! A Homicide Detective Juggling Two Lives Nestled below the skyline of Detroit you’ll find Greektown, a few short blocks of colorful bliss, warm people and Greek food. In spite of growing up immersed in the safety of her family and their rich culture, Jill Zannos doesn’t fit in. A Detroit homicide detective, she manages to keep one foot planted firmly in the traditions started by her grandparents, while the other navigates the most devastated neighborhoods in the city she can’t help but love. >>>While She Investigates the Biggest Murder of Her Career, Secrets from Her Own Family Emerge She is a no nonsense workaholic with no girlfriends, an odd boyfriend who refuses to grow up, and an uncanny intuition, inherited from her mystic grandmother that acts as her secret weapon to crime solving success. Her story winds around tales of her family and their secret laden history, while she investigates the most despicable murder of her career. >>>The Greeks of Beaubien Street is a modern tale of a family grounded in old world, sometimes archaic, tradition as they seek acceptance in American society. They could be any nationality, but they are Greek. Warning! Adult content including violence. Scroll Up and Grab Your Copy Today!$0.00$0.99 -
Cold Press
A fashion photographer. A cub reporter. The missing persons story of a lifetime…$0.00$12.95
