Like many fin de siecle Parisians, Inspector Achille Lefebvre is looking forward to a pleasant summer holiday at a seaside resort with his wife, Adele—but a body found hanging from a bridge in a public park interferes with the inspector's plans.Paris: July, 1890. Inspector Achille Lefebvre and his wife Adele are enjoying their stay at a seaside resort—until a body found hanging from a bridge in a public park demands the Inspector's attention.Is it suicide or murder? A twisted trail of evidence draws Inspector Lefebvre into a shadowy underworld of international intrigue, espionage, and terrorism. Time is of the essence; pressure mounts on the Sureté to get results. Achille's chief orders him to work with his former partner, Inspector Rousseau, now in charge of a special unit in the newly formed political brigade. But can Achille trust the detective who let him down in another case?Inspector Lefebvre uses innovative forensics and a... Views: 10
The Sceriae are now on Earth fighting the Xenorrii. Acorus's son Allorus has fallen in love with a human and cannot be named as his successor to the throne of Scerior. When Scerior is threatened, Acorus and Jo hurry back to save it, leaving Allorus as Absolute Master of Earth... Views: 10
A lost literary classic, written in 1894, The Viceroys is one of the most acclaimed masterworks of Italian realism. The novel follows three generations of the aristocratic Uzeda family as it struggles to hold on to power in the face of the cataclysmic changes rocking Sicily. As Garibaldi's triumphs move Italy toward unification, the Uzedas try every means to retain their position. De Roberto's satirical and mordant pen depicts a cast of upper-class schemers, headed by the old matriarch, Donna Teresa, and exemplified by her arrogant and totally unscrupulous son, Consalvo, who rises to political eminence through lip service, double-dealing, and hypocrisy. The Viceroys is a vast dramatic panorama: a new world fighting to shrug off the viciousness and iniquities of the old.From the Trade Paperback edition. Views: 10
A twist of “faint”… Lexi Lindsay’s life turns a little crazy when she moves to Maine after the death of her mom. She really isn’t trying to attract attention when she trips at the BMV, injuring her toe. Can she help it if she faints at the sight of blood? When she opens her eyes, she can barely manage to say “thank you” to the doctor who rescued her and bandaged her foot. But she does manage to return his kiss… Later, she can’t even remember his name. Had she imagined the kiss? It’d have to be her secret. She certainly never dreamed the good-looking doc could be the person to restore her faith in men. But will her relationship insecurities drive him away? Even as Lexi tries for stability, her life shifts like a kaleidoscope. Dr. Caleb Avery is unable to take his eyes off the blue-eyed woman from the moment he sees her. When she faints, he puts his doctor skills to use…but he can’t resist kissing her as he helps her into her SUV. He never expects to see her again, but when he finds out she’s his new employee, he can’t keep his distance. Lexi’s unlike any woman he’s ever met, insecurities and all. But he lives by a well thought-out plan, and Lexi’s throwing him off kilter. He’s changing—but that may not be enough. And at just the wrong time, the past collides with the present and threatens to change their future…** Views: 10
Sixteen-year- old Rose Mulligan's plan for the summer cruise with her grandparents is simple—read mysteries in the sunshine and see historical sites. It doesn't include joining a young people's tour group or crushing on a boy whose flirting runs hot and cold. And it definitely doesn't include being accused of theft. Sam Briggs also has a plan for the trip—hang out with his uncle and cousins, and avoid thinking about his stupid parents. But when family members pair-up with strangers, Sam is left wanting to hit something. The only bright spot is shy, constantly blushing Rose, a girl he really needs to avoid. She's too nice for a meaningless hookup. Then why can't he stop thinking about her? Determined to clear her name, Rose decides to find out who the real thief is. It quickly becomes clear that everyone has secrets. Dangerous secrets. But by the time Sam starts helping with the investigation, Rose is wishing she could forget the whole thing and just focus on his intense gaze and... Views: 10
Fans of Spy School, Escape From Mr. Lemencello's Library and Roald Dahl will gobble up this hilarious story about a secret boarding school for thieves-in-training!Troublemaking George has never heard of Pilfer Academy, a top-secret school for cultivating young crooks, until he's kidnapped as its newest student. The teachers are kooky at best, and naughty does not even begin to describe his sneaky, smart, and morally bankrupt new classmates. Between disguise classes, cracking safes, and DIY gadgets, George becomes an expert bandit and finds true friendship with Tabitha, his new partner-in-crime. But everything is ruined when George comes to a shocking realization: He is just too good-hearted to be a thief! Unfortunately, not thieving is not an option at Pilfer Academy, and "misbehaving" students face Dean Deanbugle's favorite punishment—the Whirlyblerg! In order to gain their freedom, George and Tabitha must pull the biggest... Views: 10
