John Cutler followed a newspaper lead to Langtry, Texas, where his rogue grizzly was rumored to be, but instead he found a broken-down frontier circus. During the tiger act, the beast suddenly sprang at the audience, and Cutler leaped from the stands and forced the tiger back into its cage. Instead of praise for his brave act, he got nothing but anger from the animal trainer, Erik Hansen.The following night, the tiger escaped and killed six sheep belonging to Judge Roy Bean, who deputized Cutler but told him to stay behind and keep an eye on the circus people while Hansen searched for the tiger. Cutler smelled something fishy between Bean and Hansen, and before it all ended, Cutler found himself facing the tiger ... and a charge of murder!Fourth in the John Cutler series following in the tradition of John Benteen. Views: 18
The third volume in the Science Fiction Megapack series collection 26 tales of high adventure through other worlds and times, including a complete novel by H. Beam Piper! Included in this volume are: “The Man Who Made Friends with Electricity,” by Fritz Leiber “Time Bum,” by C.M. Kornbluth “The Human Equations,” by Dave Creek “The Gun,” by Philip K. Dick “Not Stupid Enough,” by George H. Scithers “Jackpot,” by E.C. Tubb “The Killing Streets,” by Colin Harvey “Moon Dive,” by Sydney J. Bounds “Charon’s Curse,” by John Glasby “The Hunted Heroes,” by Robert Silverberg “Night of the Squealers,” by Michael McCarty and Mark McLaughlin “Chaos,” by John Russell Fearn, is reprinted by permission of Cosmos Literary Agency “And Happiness Everlasting,” by Gerald Warfield “The 7th Order,” by Jerry Sohl “Monkey on his Back,” by Charles V. De Vet “The Calm Man,” by Frank Belknap Long “Alien Still Life,” by John Gregory Betancourt “A Question of Courage,” by J. F. Bone “Angels and Moths” by Costi Gurgu “Second Landing,” by Murray Leinster “The Einstein-Rosen Hunter-Gatherer Society,” by George S. Walker “Wind,” by Charles L. Fontenay “Star Mother,” by Robert F. Young “The Sky Is Falling,” by Lester Del Rey And don't forget to search this ebook store for "Megapack" to see other volumes in the series, from science fiction to ghost stories to mysteries...and many more! Views: 18
Contemporary romance, Book 4 in Karen Rose Smith's REUNION BRIDES series.FAMILY FEUD-OR FAIRY-TALE ENDING? After one torrid night at their high school reunion, Riley O'Rourke thought his torch for Brenna McDougall had finally been extinguished. But after she appeared on his doorstep-with his infant son, no less!-it was clear that the flames of passion sizzled hotter than ever. Brenna knew that Riley was all wrong for her. But one encounter with her secret love plunged her back into his life for keeps. She hadn't bargained on their long-muffled chemistry being as explosive as ever. Or that the old feud still simmering between his family and hers could threaten their new family...and their rekindled romance!ReviewJane Bowers of Romance Reviews Today states: "Karen Rose Smith's storyworlds are complete and realistic and lovely places to visit and revisit. She excels at stories that feature couples brought together by infants and children, and she handles her plots and characters with sublime sensitivity." From the AuthorRiley was a hero I immediately fell in love with. A former Marine, he has a soft place in his heart for family. I've always wanted to explore a "family feud" plot and in RILEY'S BABY BOY had the chance to delve into one. Our family backgrounds can influence everything we do as adults. The question is always--should a child break away or stay connected when family loyalty interferes with love and happiness? Brenna and Riley find the answer. This book was so much fun to write. I hope you have a chuckle or two and maybe a tear.Best,Karen Rose Smith Views: 18
As her father's only child, Elsinora must take a husband to help her run the manor of Lyndower. Although capable of managing the place herself, no one trusts a woman to lead. She can be a wife and mother, nothing more. But she's determined to choose the man for herself and she has just the one in mind—handsome, clever, chivalrous and kind-hearted.She hasn't met him yet, but he's out there. Somewhere.However, when her father returns home drunk one evening after a game of tavern dice, Elsinora soon discovers that sobering him up is not her only problem this time. The scarred Norman beast with the crude manners and insulting tongue—the one who brought her father home slung over the rump of his horse, has won not only the manor of Lyndower as his prize after a night of gambling. He's also won Elsinora. Views: 18
Murder and ghosts go hand-in-hand and vengeful spectres seeking justice or haunting the scene of the crime or their killers have adored the pages of literature since before Shakespeare. This chilling collection of true-crime tales dating from the mid-eighteenth century to the present day all feature some element of the paranormal. Gathered from across the UK, cases include the discovery of a body by a spiritual medium, a murder solved by a dream of the mother of the victim, and evidence at a Scottish murder trial provided by the ghost of the victim himself. Featuring visions, psychometry, ghosts, haunted prisons, possessions, and spriritual detectives, this book is a fascinating look at criminology and ghost hunting. Views: 17
After Labour's landslide victory in 1997, Sarah Bone has a new job and a new relationship, with an ambitious - but married - young lawyer. Can she remain true to her ideals in the face of political betrayal and inner-party power struggles?She may never know. When her lover is found dead, Sarah is pronounced prime suspect. Her career is on the verge of ruin.Nick Cane is free after five years inside for possession with intent. He's missing Sarah, who can't be seen to associate with an ex-con. Banned form teaching in schools, Nick tutors privately and chases a hedonistic old flame, before landing a job in a new rehab centre. Inspired by the chance to make a difference, Nick tries to help a gang of teenage girls avoid a life of drugs and prostitution. That's when the trouble starts and Nick realises someone is out to get him.Sarah and Nick's dilemmas may not be as separate as they seem. But is it too late and too dangerous for them to help each other? Views: 17
This single volume brings together all of Poe's stories and poems, and illuminates the diverse and multifaceted genius of one of the greatest and most influential figures in American literary history.From the Hardcover edition. Views: 17
