On a sunny day in rural Eastern Washington, Dylan Murphy looked to his neighbors home in the distance and saw smoke rising towards the horizon. Little did he know this was the first sign his world was about to change. Spreading across the planet was an infection that challenged humankind as the dominant life form. He was soon to be set on a path that would force he and his wife Niccole to use every resource possible in a struggle for their lives and for the survival of what was left of the human race. Views: 50
"Cutting-Edge Action And Suspense." —David MorrellThe first video arrives by email. An unidentifed man. A naked woman. Her scream caught in a freeze-frame. The producers of TV's Crime Seen! can't believe what they're witnessing—an all-out sadist "auditioning" for a starring role in reality television. And if he doesn't get it, he'll kill again.To meet the demented demands of the self-proclaimed "Don Juan," former sheriff and TV host J.C. Harrow has no choice but to spotlight him along with another ruthless maniac who has captivated millions of viewers. Now two killers are locked in a bloodthirsty competition. For fame. For notoriety. For victims."No One Can Twist Through A Maze With The Intensity And Suspense Of Max Allan Collins."—Clive CusslerMax Allan Collins Is. . . "Masterful. His ability to sustain suspense [is] exceptional." —San Diego Union-Tribune"Among the finest crime writers working today." —Milwaukee Journal... Views: 50
They say bad news comes in threes. Jarrod Jarvis is about to test that theory. Bad news item #1. Former child actor Jarrod Jarvis fails to convince the California parole board not to release Wendell Butterworth, the stalker who has followed him since his first Oscar Mayer commercial. #2. Jarrod's NBC pilot flatlines before it even hits the air. #3. His agent/best friend Laurette decides to marry gorgeous, talent-free, and dubiously shady soap actor Juan Carlos Barranco. But things are about to get worse. During Laurette's drive-thru wedding at the Hearst Castle, one of the guests has a heated scene of his own with Juan Carlos—just before crashing into the three-tier wedding cake, poisoned by a glass of champagne.Jarrod is convinced that Juan Carlos is connected to the murder, and he's determined to get the goods on Laurette's new husband, even if it means trailing him to the set of his latest movie, a low-budget horror film, and taking a (gasp!) supporting... Views: 50
Countdown To Armageddon It begins in California with a devastating biological attack — a horrific display of homegrown terror unseen on U.S. soil — just weeks before the presidential election. For the White House, it is a political nightmare, as it threatens to plunge the country into panic and economic chaos. But for the NSA's undercover agent Devlin, it is the ultimate warning. Devlin knows who's behind the mayhem. He knows who controls the media. And he knows that, unless he can stop it, the End of Days begins… on Election Day. Views: 50
It's October on Coral Island, and Mallie Monroe is learning how to multitask: she's juggling two men, Nick and Cole; helping her office pal, Sandy, plan a fall wedding; and trying to find a way to adjust to her new assignment as the Observer's food critic.The summer doldrums are officially over as the island prepares for cooler weather and its first Taste of the Island. Unfortunately, Madame Geri, the island's freelance psychic, appears at the newspaper declaring that the upcoming nuptials of her son, Jimmy, and Sandy are in jeopardy because of a possible killer on the loose.Mallie knows where to start: Carlos Santini has recently died from an apparent heart attack, and everyone believes that his brother, Chef Marco, was somehow involved. So Mallie teams up with Madame Geri to add another task to her list: solve the crime and make certain that the wedding doesn't end up on a canceled list. Views: 50
She Knew How To Fight But Not To Love ...As the top assassin at The Circle, a shadowy group of mercenaries, Olivia St. Vincent can hunt down anyone. She's been trained since she was a teenager to kill without feeling, to interact with men without love. But when she's kidnapped by the enigmatic leader of a rival organization, she learns she's been lied to for years. She never worked for the good guys.Collin Ryker believes the sultry woman he's abducted knows more than she's telling about The Circle and its plans for complete domination. Over time, as they work together, Olivia's tenacity and vulnerability captivate him. But if he isn't careful, Collin will fall into the biggest trap of all: caring for a woman who can betray him to his greatest enemy.Review"I loved the honesty in her character and in Ms. Swafford's portrayal of a woman who has been taught to kill and survive using any means necessary." -- Romance Book Forum "[T]his couple discovers that in their line of work a trip to the bedroom may be just as dangerous as a gunfight." -- RT Bookreviews - 4-1/2 stars (Fantastic. A keeper.)“Exciting and breathtaking. Carla Swafford is an up-and-coming author not to be missed!” (Sherrilyn Kenyon, New York Times bestselling author ) From the AuthorExcerpt used with permissionAs soon as [Collin] walked into the suite, he knew something was wrong. The whirl of an electronic device starting up filled the room and a small green light bounced off the wall and then disappeared. He guessed it was now dancing on his back. "Olivia, what the hell do you think you're doing?" He raised his hands and slowly turned around. Feet spread apart, dressed in black with a sporty red trim jacket, she held the sniper rifle they'd recently returned to her and forwarded to the hotel in several containers. He'd been impressed by its microcomputer, perfect for shooting in any kind of weather. Presently she had one eye to the night sight. Damn, the woman was stronger than he gave her credit for as she was holding, elbows out, an eighteen pound rifle and it barely moved. "You do know from this close of a range my torso would disintegrate into a hundred thousand tiny pieces, spreading blood and me everywhere in the room." "Like I care," she spit with menace. Her hand trembled and the barrel wobbled. "Can we talk about whatever has set you off?" He hadn't expected her to become so angry about his turning her down. She shifted the rifle against her cheek, probably easing up a tight muscle. "I thought this job was too easy. What was the real reason I'm here? Have you worked out some type of trade with Jason?" Damn! He didn't need this now. The sun was peeking around Camelback Mountain. They needed to get out of there. "No. You'll have to trust me." He was a crazy fker as all he could think about was how damn good she looked holding that rifle. "Oh, that makes a world of difference. Not!" She made another adjustment of the pad next to her cheek. "You get me all hot and bothered and then ignore me. You never finish what you start and I can't--" As she crumbled to the ground, Rex caught the rifle. "Motherfker! What were you thinking? You're going to fk around until she kills you? Bloody hell! There wouldn't be anything left for me to pick up." Rex started breaking down the rifle, slapping each part into the shaking hands of one of his men. Collin knelt next to Olivia, pressing two fingers to the artery in her neck. His heartbeat matched hers as it continued to speed up. "What did you shoot her with?" Collin asked as he smoothed her hair out of her face. "The same as you did before. Twilight." Rex sneered. "Damn, she's going to be pissed again. We can't keep knocking her out." Collin scooped her into his arms. "Let's go. Thank goodness we've got a private plane back." "I'm all for dumping her out over Texas." Rex followed leaving the clean up for his crew. "Now what has Texas ever done to you?" Views: 50
When overbearing parents try to control their daughter with a chastity spell, she fights back with dark magic but winds up cursing herself and the boy she loves. Views: 50
In an age of colourless bureaucrats, Nigel Farage is a politician who is impossible to ignore, provoking controversy and admiration in equal measure. A fun-loving iconoclast whose motto is work hard and play harderA", Farage's charismatic leadership and determination to battle the forces of anti-libertarianism have made him a Robin Hood figure to many, and propelled his party, UKIP, into a position of real power in the country. Never one for a quiet life, this paperback edition includes the story of Nigel's extraordinary escape from death in a plane crash on the eve of the 2010 general election (the light aircraft he was flying in got caught up in a UKIP banner it was towing and crashed shortly after take-off, badly injuring Farage and his pilot), his recovery and return to the leadership of UKIP in November 2010. Featuring sometimes hilarious and often terrifying encounters with a stellar supporting cast, including Tony Blair, Gordon Brown, Nicolas Sarkozy, Jose Manuel... Views: 50
