Non-descript, upstanding Mr Todhunter is told that he has only months to live. He decides to commit a murder for the good of mankind. Finding a worthy victim proves far from easy, and there is a false start before he settles on and dispatches his target. But then the police arrest an innocent man, and the honourable Todhunter has to set about proving himself guilty of the murder. Beautifully presented with striking artwork and stylish yet easy-to-read type, avid readers of crime will love reading this gripping, well-written thriller. The appetite for traditional crime fiction has never been stronger, and Arcturus Crime Classics aim to introduce a new generation of readers to some of the great crime writing of the 20th century - especially the so-called 'golden era'. Views: 24
John Jordan returns to search for an escaped prisoner, a shocking murderer, and a sadist forcing his victims violate themselves--all while trying to take care of his family, friends, and the members of his very errant flock. Witness the 6th entry in what Florida Weekly called "a treasure of contemporary literature--suspenseful, provocative, and unsettling," and bestselling author Julia Spencer-Fleming says is "one of the most ambitious and unusual crime fiction series going. Read this and see what crime fiction is capable of." Views: 24
This anthology was edited by Michael Connelly. His essay is called "Once Upon a Midnight Dreary." A collection of stories by thriller master Edgar Allan Poe with essays by beloved and bestselling writers, to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Poe's birth. Authors involved include Michael Connelly, Jeffery Deaver, Nelson DeMille, Tess Gerritsen, Sue Grafton, Stephen King, Lisa Scottoline, Laura Lippman, and twelve others. *** Few have crafted stories as haunting as those by Edgar Allan Poe. Collected here to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Poe's birth are sixteen of his best tales accompanied by twenty essays from beloved authors, including T. Jefferson Parker, Lawrence Block, Sara Paretsky, and Joseph Wambaugh, among others, on how Poe has changed their life and work. Michael Connelly recounts the inspiration he drew from Poe's poetry while researching one of his books. Stephen King reflects on Poe's insight into humanity's dark side in "The Genius of 'The Tell-Tale Heart.'" Jan Burke recalls her childhood terror during late-night reading sessions. Tess Gerritsen, Nelson DeMille, and others remember the classic B-movie adaptations of Poe's tales. And in "The Thief," Laurie R. King complains about how Poe stole all the good ideas… or maybe he just thought of them first. Powerful and timeless, In the Shadow of the Master is a celebration of one of the greatest literary minds of all time. The Mystery Writers of America, founded in 1945, is the foremost organization for mystery writers and other professionals dedicated to the field of crime writing. Views: 24
Formerly published as Into the Dark, heavily edited with NEW SCENES. "*Why are you here?" Butterflies swarmed in her stomach. Sweat rolled down her forehead and stung her eyes. Laugh lines appeared at the corners of the man's eyes. "You don't know, Miss Emilie?" Her heart skidded to a stop. How does he know my name? Throat constricted, she shook her head. "For you, Miss Emilie. I'm here for you."* For Emilie Davis, it was business as usual in her job as bank manager of WestOne until two men storm in demanding cash. However, it doesn't take long before Emilie learns one of the men isn't there for money--he's convinced they have a connection and has come to claim her. And he won't give up. When hostage negotiator Nathan Madigan and Las Vegas SWAT enter the bank on a rescue mission, Emilie's captor makes a shocking escape into the abyss that lies beneath the city: the Las Vegas storm drains, a refuge for the downtrodden and the desperate. Through the darkness of the Devil's Underground and secrets from her past, Emilie finds there is no escape from her stalker. She turns to Nathan, who is determined to save her no matter what it takes. But will it be enough?Review"Stacy Green writes suspense like a pro. You'll be captivated from the first page to the end of this harrowing story. Don't forget to breathe!"--Diane Capri, New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author of The Justice Series and The Hunt for Reacher Series. About the AuthorBorn in Indiana and raised in Iowa, Stacy Green earned degrees in journalism and sociology from Drake University. After a successful advertising career, Stacy became a proud stay-at-home mom to her miracle child. Now a full-time author, Stacy juggles her time between her demanding characters and supportive family. She loves reading, cooking, and the occasional gardening excursion. Stacy lives in Marion, Iowa with her husband Rob, their daughter Grace, and the family’s three obnoxious but lovable canine children. Website: www.stacygreen.net Amazon Author Page Facebook Stacy Green, Author Twitter @StacyGreen26 Views: 24
'WINTERLAND sets a dramatically high benchmark for emerald noir ... A
resonant, memorable and uncomfortable read.' Val McDermid --Val McDermid'A terrific read ... completely involving.' George Pelecanos --George Pelecanos'A dark and powerful slice of Dublin noir. I loved it!' R.J. Ellory --R.J. Ellory‘Both a crime novel and a portrait of contemporary Ireland caught at a moment of profound change . . . Timely, topical, and thrilling, this is Ireland as it truly is.’ - John Connolly “This is the colossus of Irish crime fiction. What MYSTIC RIVER did for Dennis Lehane, WINTERLAND should do for Alan Glynn. It is a noir masterpiece, the bar against which all future works will be judged.” – Ken Bruen
Book Description
Can one woman uncover the truth...? The dark, gripping thriller set in
the Dublin underworld of hitmen, big business and government
corruption.
The worlds of business, politics and crime collide in contemporary
Dublin when two men with the same name, from the same family, die on the
same night - one death is a gangland murder, the other, apparently, a
road accident. Was it a coincidence? That's the official version of
events. But when a family member, Gina Rafferty, starts asking
questions, this notion quickly unravels. Devastated by her loss, Gina's
grief is tempered, and increasingly fuelled, by anger - because the more
she hears that it was all a coincidence, that gangland violence is
commonplace, that people die on our roads every day of the week, the
less she's prepared to accept it. Told repeatedly that she should stop
asking questions, Gina becomes more determined than ever to find out the
truth, to establish a connection between the two deaths - but in doing
so she embarks on a path that will push certain powerful people to their
limits... Views: 24
Product DescriptionWhen career criminal Jack Dempster gets caught and put away for five years in prison, he finds time to seriously reconsider his chosen line of work. Before he can make any serious decision, some old acquaintances track him down with a proposal. They want him to go to Santa Fe, New Mexico. With the help of an inside man, he's to lead a small group of professionals on a daring robbery of the El Dorado Hotel, one of the finest, and most secure establishments in the Southwest.Double-crosses, love triangles, and immersion in his own self-destructive past conspire to lead him to ruin. It's not easy to sleep when searching for normalcy in the heart of a brutal past. Views: 24
