In the new novel in the transporting New York Times bestselling Inspector Montalbano mystery series, Montalbano finds his answers to a murder in a theatrical playMimi Augello is visiting his lover when the woman's husband unexpectedly returns to the apartment; he climbs out the window and into the downstairs apartment, but one danger leads to another. In the dark he sees a body lying on the bed. Shortly after, another body is found, and the victim is Carmelo Catalanotti, a director of bourgeois dramas with a harsh reputation for the acting method he developed for his actors. Are the two deaths connected? Catalanotti scrupulously kept notes and comments on all the actors he worked with, as well as strange notebooks full of figures and dates and names. Inspector Montalbano finds all of Catalanotti's dossiers and plays, the notes on the characters, and the notes on his last drama, Dangerous Turn—the theater is where he'll find the answer. Views: 119
A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK'A bracing account of discovery ... Glistens with deftly told snippets and character-rich stories' Financial Times 'Marks the birth of a new star of non-fiction' William DalrympleA captivating, lyrical and deeply discerning portrait of life in the Cornish town of Newlyn, the largest working fishing port in Britain, from a brilliant debut writerThere is the Cornwall Lamorna Ash knew as a child – the idyllic, folklore-rich place where she spent her summer holidays. Then there is the Cornwall she discovers when, feeling increasingly dislocated in London, she moves to Newlyn, a fishing town near Land's End. This Cornwall is messier and harder; it doesn't seem like a place that would welcome strangers. Before long, however, Lamorna finds herself on a week-long trawler trip with a crew of local fishermen, afforded a rare glimpse into their world, their warmth and their... Views: 119
"West of Sin blazes with page-turning tension, wit, exceptional dialogue, and affable characters." —Foreword Reviews"Fans of zippy, high-tension thrillers with romantic and humorous elements will be enthralled by this fresh and original novel." —BookLife Reviews (editor's pick)"An explosive adventure that pays off repeatedly with nail-biting scenes that often manage to surprise." —BestThrillers.com"Mr. Lewis has displayed a superb writing talent equal to that of a young James Patterson." —Affaire de Coeur (reviewer's pick)"A very impressive first novel...Lewis knows how to deliver plot twists, things most astute readers will not see coming...A rousing, well-researched thriller." —Kirkus Reviews———————-Jennifer Williams hoped her budding relationship with her newly single boss would... Views: 119
Barista. Huntress. Hijinx.Running from the law is Amy's only choice. When the scatty barista investigates the disappearance of her favourite customer, she finds herself in the middle of a conspiracy. Armed with a dummies guide to camping and accompanied by her best friend, she rushes to escape the Huntress sent to capture her. Can Amy save the girl and clear her name, or will she be imprisoned for terrorism?Huntress is a hilarious cozy mystery. Join Amy on her hilarious romp around Britain as she tries to evade the Huntress.2018 Lambda FinalistWhat reviewers are saying...I really did love these characters. I just loved the dedication between Amy and her best friend. Let's not forget our sexy private investigator Claudia McAllister, a wonderful character as well, strong and level headed - TLRThis book engages the... Views: 119
December 1938, and storm clouds hover once again over Europe. Josephine Tey and Archie Penrose gather with friends for a Cornish Christmas, but two strange and brutal deaths on St Michael's Mount - and the unexpected arrival of a world famous film star, in need of sanctuary - interrupt the festivities. Cut off by the sea and a relentless blizzard, the hunt for a murderer begins.Pivoting on a real moment in history, the ninth novel in the 'Josephine Tey' series draws on all the much-loved conventions of the Golden Age Christmas mystery, whilst giving them the contemporary twist which has come to distinguish the books so far. Views: 119
Kitty Kerr is a high-flying lawyer when her career plans are derailed by the luscious blackberries from Lucy Shen's Country Mouse Farms. Kitty can't get enough of the fruit, or of Lucy. Suddenly, she's wanting things she never dared to want—Lucy, and the life on the farm. But how will being an artisan cook/farmer fit with her legal ambitions and city habits?Between her beautiful farm and her sculpture, Lucy's life is set. Falling for a big city lawyer is not part of the plan. Even as Kitty helps make her dreams of spotlighting her farm's produce in restaurants a reality, Lucy's terrified that she and the farm aren't enough to keep Kitty interested in love and the simpler things in life.Pulled in two different directions, will the city kitty and country mouse be able to make it work? Views: 119
Someone is killing women and the villain's next target strikes too close to the Kingdom of Durabia.Dorian "Ryan" Bostwick is a protector and he's one of the best in the business. When a King of the Castle assigns him to find his former lover, Aziza, he stumbles upon a deadly underworld operating close to the Durabian border.Aziza Hampton had just rekindled her love affair with Ryan when a night out with friends ends in her kidnapping. Alone and scared, she must find a way to escape her captor and reunite with her lover.In a race against time, Ryan and the Kings of the Castle follow ominous clues into the underbelly of a system designed to take advantage of the vulnerable. Failure isn't an option and Ryan will rain down hell on earth to save the woman of his heart. DON'T MISS the hot new standalone series, Knights of the Castle. The Kings of the Castle made them family, but the Knights will transform the world.Book 1 - King of... Views: 119
Sometimes long-held secrets are the very things that will eventually lead to freedom.Lady Amelia Jane Coventry-Smythe wants nothing more than to shut herself away to mourn in private all the people she lost from her life over the years. Unfortunately, peace is not hers, for the one man she never hoped to see again has just landed in her parlor by mysterious circumstances, with an invitation to her Christmastide house party in hand… and her addiction to him flares anew.Cornelius Matthew Edgerton, Marquess of Winchester, is perplexed thanks to the arrival of holiday invitation. He hasn't heard from Lady Amelia in thirteen years… not since he abruptly left her bed during an affair that he never forgot. Encouraged to attend by her cousin—his best friend—when he arrives at the manor house, his reception is decidedly cool, even though the heat between him and the lady still lingers.Underlying polite public interactions, desire builds and explodes into frantic need, but while the two of them draw closer in new understanding and friendship, danger threatens both of their lives. As Christmas morning arrives, emotions boil over to sour the blooming romance. Only a miracle—and perhaps forgiveness—can help them find the happily ever after they never had the first time around. Views: 119
