When Crospinal's ailing father finally dies, he is left utterly alone in the pen, surrounded by encroaching darkness. The machines that tended to him as a child have long ago vanished, and the apparitions that kept Crospinal company are now silenced. Struggling with congenital issues, outfitted in a threadbare uniform, he has little choice but to leave what was once his home, soon discovering that nothing in the outside world is how he had been told it would be. In his quest for meaning and understanding, and the contact of another, Crospinal learns truths about himself, about his father, and about the last bastion of humanity, trapped with him at the end of time. Views: 36
Angela Nicely might look like she's made of sugar and spice and all things nice, but she's not quite as sweet as she'd have you believe! Whether she's persuading her mum to buy her a puppy, casting her vote for Teacher of the Year, or causing havoc on a camping trip with the Brownies, she's determined to run the show! Views: 36
Lexi Carmichael: helping geeks everywhere get some. Okay, so it’s not
exactly as it seems, but that’s what’s happening on the dating reality show called Geeks
Get Some that I, geek extraordinaire Lexi Carmichael, have been called to work on. Not
that I’m a fan of reality shows (I can barely deal with my own reality). Still, I’ve
been sent to Hollywood to find a hacker who’s screwing with the results of the show’s
online voting system. So what happens when I get there? Well, the producers convince me
to continue my investigation from the inside. And what should be an easy hunt for the
hacker turns ugly when he sets his sights on me. Add to that a studio obsessed with
ratings, a bunch of nerdy contestants, and my own confusing love life, and unraveling
this mystery might make me a star...or get me killed. Meet Lexi for the very first time
in No One Lives Twice! Views: 36
In this debut collection, award-winning writer Stefan Barkow presents eleven of his most entertaining, disturbing, and morally provocative tales.
Within these pages you’ll find “Mystral,” the story of a young girl who dreams of being sacrificed to the god of her tribe; “I Loved You Once and Forever,” a binary tale of love and identity; “The Last Report from the Front Line,” an angelic account of the end of the afterlife; “These Woods Are Dark,” a bedtime story for those who don’t want to fall asleep; “In Sickness and in Hell,” a demonic thriller that will keep you guessing; and “Hi, My Name is Grace,” a reflective stage play about hope that won both Best Script and Best Production at the 2013 On Your Marks Festival of one-act plays.
Inspired by everything from childhood fears to existential crises and written for anyone willing to risk a look into the darkness, these are stories of evil and innocence, of damnation and forgiveness.
**About the Author
Stefan Barkow lives in northern Indiana. He holds degrees from Purdue University in both English literature and economics. Views: 36
From the No. 1 bestselling author of THE AMERICAN BOY comes a brilliant new historical thriller set during the French Revolution.Paris, 1792. Terror reigns as the city writhes in the grip of revolution. The streets run with blood as thousands lose their heads to the guillotine. Edward Savill, working in London as agent for a wealthy American, receives word that his estranged wife Augusta has been killed in France. She leaves behind ten-year-old Charles, who is brought to England to Charnwood Court, a house in the country leased by a group of émigré refugees.Savill is sent to retrieve the boy, though it proves easier to reach Charnwood than to leave. And only when Savill arrives there does he discover that Charles is mute. The boy has witnessed horrors beyond his years, but what terrible secret haunts him so deeply that he is unable to utter a word?ReviewPraise for The Scent of Death: 'Andrew Taylor wrote superb historical fiction long before Hilary Mantel was popular' Daily Telegraph 'Taylor shows once again how skilful a historical novelist he is' Sunday Times 'A mesmeric read' The Times 'The 18th-century tone and voice is beautifully achieved: Taylor is as good at this period as C J Sansom is at Tudor England' Independent 'Andrew Taylor's historical crime fiction is always an event' Guardian Praise for The American Boy: 'A wonderful book, richly composed and beautifully written ... enthralling from start to finish' The Times, Top Ten Crime Novels of the Decade 'Hugely entertaining, beguiling and atmospheric' Observer, Books of the Year 'A most artful and delightful book' Daily Telegraph, Books of the Year 'Deeply absorbing and beautifully written. He creates an atmosphere close to Sarah Waters' Fingersmith' Independent About the AuthorAndrew Taylor is the multiple award-winning author of The American Boy, his No. 1 bestselling historical novel which was a 2005 Richard & Judy Book Club choice. He has won many awards, including the CWA John Creasey New Blood Dagger, an Edgar Scroll from the Mystery Writers of America, the CWA Ellis Peters Historical Award (the only author to win it three times) and the CWA's prestigious Diamond Dagger, awarded for sustained excellence in crime writing. Views: 36
A thrilling and intoxicating journey to a land of legend, where nothing is quite as it seems. . . . Something evil has come to reside in a castle by the chill waters of the North Sea: men disappear and are found as horribly wizened corpses, knights ride out and return under an enchantment that dulls their minds. Both the townspeople and the court under Sir Odinell’s protection live in fear, terrorized by forces beyond human understanding. But rumors of a wise woman blessed with mysterious powers also swirl about the land. The call goes forth, and so it comes to be that young apprentice Hob and his adopted family — exiled Irish queen Molly, her granddaughter Nemain, and warrior Jack Brown — are pitted against a malevolent nobleman and his beautiful, wicked wife. Richly set in the inns, courts, and countryside of thirteenth-century northwest England, The Wicked is a darkly spun masterpiece that will leave fans of epic fantasy thirsty for more. Views: 36
From the internationally bestselling author of Burned and Pierced comes a dark, thrilling novel that pits a crime reporter against demons from his past—and a killer with a keen taste for revenge. A brutal killing: An elderly woman is found murdered in a nursing home in Oslo. Bjarne Brogeland, who heads up the investigation, soon realizes that he is on the trail of a meticulous killer who has only just begun his work… An anonymous threat: Trine Juul-Osmundsen, Norway’s Secretary of State, is accused of sexually harassing a young male politician. As the allegations cause a media frenzy, Trine receives an anonymous threat telling her to resign. If she doesn’t, the truth about what she really did that night will be revealed… A man on a mission: Embittered reporter Henning Juul finds himself torn between the two high profile cases. He wants to help Trine, who is his estranged sister, but as he digs into their shared past he discovers memories that haunt them both. Memories of a broken home. Memories of a dead father. And as the two cases collide, both of their worlds fall apart…Review"Slick, compelling and taut, Thomas Enger’s Pierced combines a sophisticated layering of mysteries with an intensely scarred hero embarked on a tragic quest. A dark and suspenseful blast of Nordic exposure." (Christopher Ewan, author of Safe House) “An intriguing new voice in crime.” (NJ Cooper) “This promises to be a crime fiction series worth watching.” (Library Journal) “The careful revealing of clues, the clever twists, and the development of Henning Juul and the supporting characters make this a very promising start to a new series.” (Suspense Magazine) “Suspenseful, dark, and gritty, this is a must-read." (Booklist ) “A gripping narrative that begs comparison to Stieg Larsson.” (Bookpage) “The name is Thomas Enger. Make sure you remember it, because he’s a man about to join the ranks of the best crime novel writers of the Nordic countries ... and he has achieved something quite exceptional already with his first novel, Burned ... It’s one of the best crime novels this reviewer has read for a long time, in a language that sparkles and gleams in strong images and a tempo that almost makes you forget to draw breath.” (Kristeligt Dagblad) “Thomas Enger has written a solid and effective crime novel." (Jyllandsposten Posten) “It’s an excellent debut, the main character and his fate is brilliantly drawn." (Weekendavisen, Denmark) “Impressive new Norwegian thriller" (Vejle Amts Folkeblad) About the AuthorThomas Enger is the author of two previous Henning Juul novels, most recently Pierced, which was described in Shotsmag as 'excellent, another superbly compelling read by Thomas Enger'. As well as writing, he also composes music. He lives in Oslo and is currently at work on the fourth novel of the series. Views: 36
Torn between her obligations to the State and her love of Beck, Lark must decide whom to trust: herself, or those around her. Her advisors argue that Beck should be sent far away – out of the realm of Lark’s influence. However, Lark believes that with Beck at her side, they can save their Society, crush the Splinter Group, and ultimately, save him. But as the Darkness in Beck grows, Lark must admit she may be a bad influence on him, and she embarks on a journey to discover the truth of her heritage as well as find the key to ending the curse. With her Society crumbling around her, Lark must choose: Save her people or save the boy she loves. Views: 36
The mega-talented creator of Grey's Anatomy and Scandal and executive producer of How to Get Away With Murder chronicles how saying YES for one year changed her life―and how it can change yours, too.With three hit shows on television and three children at home, the uber-talented Shonda Rhimes had lots of good reasons to say NO when an unexpected invitation arrived. Hollywood party? No. Speaking engagement? No. Media appearances? No. And there was the side-benefit of saying No for an introvert like Shonda: nothing new to fear. Then Shonda's sister laid down a challenge: just for one year, try to say YES to the unexpected invitations that come your way. Shonda reluctantly agreed―and the result was nothing short of transformative. In Year of Yes, Shonda Rhimes chronicles the powerful impact saying yes had on every aspect of her life―and how we can all change our lives with one little word. Yes. Views: 36
