Three years ago, Lexi Donovan’s natural gift on the keyboard elevated her from teenage orphan from the street to a self-sufficient, independent, young woman. Acting on her strong moral code places her in a killer’s cross hairs when she anonymously helps police in a murder investigation. A fast-paced mystery thriller.Theft of spirit is no one’s birthright.A quirk of her X chromosome furnished Alexis with an edge few others enjoyed. After fate plunged her into orphan status and an intolerable foster home forced her to the streets, a group of prostitutes sheltered her from their vicious pimp. Seeing something special within, they nurtured and shielded her from their harsh reality until she could forge her own path in life.Destiny frequently takes us back to our roots. Lexi’s return journey begins when a serial killer attacks one of her adopted sisters. Relying on courage and wit, she must stay a step ahead and secure evidence to free her family from a psychopathic murderer. Views: 485
The paranormal answer to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, Jesperson
and Lane are turning the Victorian era upside down in this bewitching
series from John W. Campbell Award winner Lisa Tuttle. “A
lively, entertaining blend of murder mystery and supernatural adventure
. . . Arthur Conan Doyle would have approved.”—George R. R. Martin, on The Curious Affair of the Somnambulist & the Psychic Thief
“Witch!” cries the young man after stumbling unexpectedly into the
London address of the consulting-detective partnership of Mr. Jasper
Jesperson and Miss Lane. He makes the startling accusation while
pointing toward Miss Lane . . . then he drops dead. Thus begins the
strangest case yet to land—quite literally—on the doorstep of Jesperson
and Lane. According to the coroner, Charles Manning died of a
heart attack—despite being in perfect health. Could he have been struck
down by a witch’s spell? The late Mr. Manning’s address book leads
Jesperson and Lane to the shrieking pits of Aylmerton, an ancient
archaeological site reputed to be haunted by a vengeful ghost. There
they sift through the local characters, each more suspicious than the
last: Manning’s associate, Felix Ott, an English folklore enthusiast;
Reverend Ringer, a fierce opponent of superstition; and the Bulstrode
sisters, a trio of beauties with a reputation for witchcraft.
But when an innocent child goes missing, suddenly Jesperson and Lane
aren’t merely trying to solve one murder—they’re racing to prevent
another. Don’t miss any of Lisa Tuttle’s enchanting Jesperson and Lane novels: THE CURIOUS AFFAIR OF THE SOMNAMBULIST AND THE PSYCHIC THIEF | THE WITCH AT WAYSIDE CROSS
**The paranormal answer to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, Jesperson and Lane are turning the Victorian era upside down in this bewitching series from John W. Campbell Award winner Lisa Tuttle.**
**“A lively, entertaining blend of murder mystery and supernatural adventure . . . Arthur Conan Doyle would have approved.”—George R. R. Martin**, on *The Curious Affair of the Somnambulist & the Psychic Thief*
“Witch!” cries the young man after stumbling unexpectedly into the London address of the consulting-detective partnership of Mr. Jasper Jesperson and Miss Lane. He makes the startling accusation while pointing toward Miss Lane . . . then he drops dead. Thus begins the strangest case yet to land—quite literally—on the doorstep of Jesperson and Lane.
According to the coroner, Charles Manning died of a heart attack—despite being in perfect health. Could he have been struck down by a witch’s spell? The late Mr. Manning’s address book leads Jesperson and Lane to the shrieking pits of Aylmerton, an ancient archaeological site reputed to be haunted by a vengeful ghost. There they sift through the local characters, each more suspicious than the last: Manning’s associate, Felix Ott, an English folklore enthusiast; Reverend Ringer, a fierce opponent of superstition; and the Bulstrode sisters, a trio of beauties with a reputation for witchcraft.
But when an innocent child goes missing, suddenly Jesperson and Lane aren’t merely trying to solve one murder—they’re racing to prevent another.
**Don’t miss any of Lisa Tuttle’s enchanting Jesperson and Lane novels:** **THE CURIOUS AFFAIR OF THE SOMNAMBULIST AND THE PSYCHIC THIEF | THE WITCH AT WAYSIDE CROSS**
**Praise for Lisa Tuttle**
“A stylish, distinctive storyteller.”**—*The Washington Post Book World***
“This John W. Campbell Award–winning author remains one of fantasy’s best.”**—*Publishers Weekly***
“Sleepwalkers, psychics, and the spirits of the dead (or are they?) make for a heady stew in Lisa Tuttle’s latest, *The Curious Affair of the Somnambulist & the Psychic Thief,* the first full-length novel about Jasper Jesperson and Miss Lane, a dauntless duo of Victorian detectives first introduced in her stories for *Down These Strange Streets* and *Rogues*. They’re an entertaining pair, and it’s great to see them back in action in a longer work. Here’s hoping this is only the first in a long series of Lane and Jesperson adventures. Tuttle does a lovely job of putting us back in the foggy streets of Victorian London in this lively, entertaining blend of murder mystery and supernatural adventure. Arthur Conan Doyle would have approved.”**—George R. R. Martin, **on *The Curious Affair of the Somnambulist & the Psychic Thief*
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**Praise for Lisa Tuttle**
“A stylish, distinctive storyteller.”**—*The Washington Post Book World***
“This John W. Campbell Award–winning author remains one of fantasy’s best.”**—*Publishers Weekly***
“Sleepwalkers, psychics, and the spirits of the dead (or are they?) make for a heady stew in Lisa Tuttle’s latest, *The Curious Affair of the Somnambulist & the Psychic Thief,* the first full-length novel about Jasper Jesperson and Miss Lane, a dauntless duo of Victorian detectives first introduced in her stories for *Down These Strange Streets* and *Rogues*. They’re an entertaining pair, and it’s great to see them back in action in a longer work. Here’s hoping this is only the first in a long series of Lane and Jesperson adventures. Tuttle does a lovely job of putting us back in the foggy streets of Victorian London in this lively, entertaining blend of murder mystery and supernatural adventure. Arthur Conan Doyle would have approved.”**—George R. R. Martin, **on *The Curious Affair of the Somnambulist & the Psychic Thief* Views: 485
This is a collection of 7 short suspense stories by Tim Kizer:
Hitchhiker
Sixtus
Intoxication
Dark Luck
The Dreamer
Scorned
Deception
Hitchhiker When a serial killer hitches a ride one sunny day in a beautiful California valley, he does not suspect that he may have met his match, who is dead set to take another life. The battle of wits begins and only the most devious mind will survive. Sixtus After becoming friends with a mysterious entity named Jeremy, Zack, a skinny fifteen-year-old nerd suffering from polydactyly, acquires a taste for killing. Intoxication Leslie has a suspicion: someone at work is trying to poison her. Can she prove it? No, and she doesn't care that she can't as she takes the law into her hands. Dark Luck After winning a four-hundred-million dollar jackpot with the numbers he received from the future, Ted Duplass is as happy as can be. The fun stops when Ted learns that he's going to be murdered by the end of the year. Fortunately, he knows the name of the killer. The Dreamer A psychiatrist discovers that a man claiming that the world is just a dream could be right. Scorned An eighteen-year-old girl exacts vengeance on her cheating boyfriend with the help of a mysterious woman.
*Deception When a dead body is found in a multimillionaire's son's house, it is up to Detective Miranda Murphy to find the killer and figure out the motive behind this heinous crime. Views: 485
Seeking a place to restore his soul, Simon Steele arrives on Slate Creek, in the Whitecloud Mountains of Idaho Territory in 1873. As he battles with his personal demons, personified by a savage wolverine that torments him, he is befriended by two people, one white and one Indian. Pining for the only woman he ever loved, time and time again he reads her letter of rejection, always seeing what he wants and not what she has written. When he is terribly wounded and near death from a final battle with the wolverine, his father's words come to mind: "the pain of the flesh is trivial compared to that of the soul." He begins his journey back home when the friend he thought he'd lost forever appears one day, and wants to return as well. Views: 485
Finn, Kas and Willow have survived the winter of storms. Severe winds and cold have kept the Wilders at bay. Now that spring has come, everything has changed. They're being hunted again, and they won't be safe while Ramage wants their blood.But Finn and Kas made a promise to Rose—to find her baby and bring her back. And finding Hope means finding Ramage...Wilder Country is the exciting, action-packed sequel to Mark Smith's highly acclaimed The Road to Winter.Mark Smith lives on Victoria's Surf Coast. His writing has won a number of awards and has appeared in Best Australian Stories, Review of Australian Fiction and the Big Issue. Wilder Country is his second novel. 'A riveting story of survival that questions the prices of freedom and safety as well as the value of an individual life...A breakout new series full of romance, danger, and a surprisingly engaging world.' Kirkus, Starred Review for... Views: 485
At that point, she didn’t know what the heck she was going to do. As a matter of fact, things seemed to be getting out of hand. Every shred of evidence was pointing in one direction, but her gut was telling her to follow the exact opposite. She held up the gun and pointed at her face. Gabby was shaking all over the place. She had never used a gun for a very long time and not on an elderly person.
“If you are going to shoot me, then I suggest you got over and done with.”
“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say will be used against you in a court of law.”
“Come on Gabby. I have been silent all these years. What makes you think I will say a damn thing? Yes, I think you are right. I have the right to remain silent. Everything I say will most definitely be used against me ha-ha. You have nothing on me.”
Gabby smiled. She had Martha Reese where she wanted to have her, and now, there was nothing she could do to get off this hook. She unfolded her clenched fist and revealed a radio. The sight of the recorder wiped the evil smile that Martha had on her face.
“I think I have all I need to put you behind bars away for several years.”
Note: Contains Explicit Scenes of Passion and Desire. Intended For Adult Eyes Only!
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Ari is currently working for Gilles Girard & Moreau on a probationary basis, and her next assignment has piqued Dale's interest: Seattle is finally getting a hockey team! The owner, a client of the firm, asks her to do a background check on the players who will make up the roster to ensure there are no nasty scandals waiting to be uncovered. Ari follows the new recruits while Dale digs into their pasts.
The first few targets don't show up any red flags, but any hope of an easy case is destroyed when she and Dale are the victims of a sudden, unprovoked attack.
Certain that the attack is related to the hockey team, Ari redoubles her efforts to find out which player is behind it and what they're hiding. Determined to find the truth, she also knows she has to proceed with caution. Hockey can be a brutal sport, and its players can be even more dangerous off the ice. Views: 484
An inspirational, instructional, and visually stimulating guide to sketching and drawing. Dare to Sketch is filled with practical tips about which materials to use, a variety of subject matter ranging from easy to more challenging, and wisdom about overcoming creative blocks and fear of making mistakes. A whimsical beginner's guide to sketching, covering all of the important basics: what kind of notebook to buy, what drawing materials to use, ideas for subject matter, and daily exercises. Includes inviting, inspirational, and idiosyncratic tips (don't start on the first page of your sketchbook!), Dare to Sketch is gorgeously illustrated with the author's unique and contemporary art style. Views: 484
In book 5 of the Tales of Sasha series, the Plant Pixies are after the flying horses' feathers. Can Sasha find a way to stop them?Sasha has officially become a princess, but she doesn't have time to celebrate! The plant pixies are stealing feathers from the flying horses, and if they lose too many feathers, all of their magic will disappear. Will Sasha be able to find a way to stop the plant pixies and protect her fellow flying horses? Views: 484
Still new to Biders Clump Grady Gatlin is working hard to be the best teacher he can for any student who is willing to learn. His gentle, quiet nature makes him popular among the children and parents but a busy schedule and a pile of marking cannot truly fill his heart.Rebecca Carol is more than surprised to find herself the caretaker of the Biders Clump Boarding House, but is grateful for a chance to get away from the shame of failure and the constant reminder that she was too weak to be a useful vessel for God. As Rebecca settles into her new life, will the failures of the past follow her or can a handsome young teacher show her that lifes’ trials are only stepping-stones to something more?Will Grady figure out the mystery behind the young woman who has come to look after his home before he completely loses his heart or will tragedy dash all hope of joy?Sometimes you have to go to the wrong place to discover where you truly belong. Views: 484
Six weeks to write for your life... In this blistering story of a ghostwriter haunted by his demonic subject, the Man Booker Prize winner turns to lies, crime and literature with devastating effect
A young and penniless writer, Kif Kehlmann, is rung in the middle of the night by the notorious con man and corporate criminal, Siegfried Heidl. About to go to trial for defrauding the banks of $700 million, Heidl proposes a deal: $10,000 for Kehlmann to ghost write his memoir in six weeks.
But as the writing gets under way, Kehlmann begins to fear that he is being corrupted by Heidl. As the deadline draws closer, he becomes ever more unsure if he is ghost writing a memoir, or if Heidl is rewriting him—his life, his future. Everything that was certain grows uncertain as he begins to wonder: who is Seigfried Heidl—and who is Kif Kehlmann?
By turns compelling, comic, and chilling, First Person is a haunting journey into the heart of our age. Views: 484
