When three teenagers disappear in the redwood forest of the Pacific northwest, private detective John Jeffers is hired by the families to find out why the local police seem to be covering things up. Jeffers travels to the shore town of Coastal Green to investigate...and learns of a terrible secret in the process. Views: 117
It is World War II, and while the RAF struggles to keep the Luftwaffe at bay, Britain faces an even more sinister threat from "the enemy within"—Nazis posing as ordinary citizens.With pressure mounting, the intelligence service appoints two unlikely spies, Tommy and Tuppence Beresford. Their mission: to seek out a man and a woman from among the colorful guests at Sans Souci, a seaside hotel. But this assignment is no stroll along the promenade—N and M have just murdered Britain's finest agent and no one at all can be trusted. . . . From Publishers WeeklyStarred Review. James Warwick delivers a virtuoso performance in this rendition of Agatha Christie's spy thriller. As WWII spreads across Europe, Tommy and Tuppence Beresford, former British Intelligence agents and a married couple, are enlisted to uncover Nazi spies at Sans Souci, a hotel in Leahampton. Taking on assumed identities, Tommy and Tuppence arrive at Sans Souci, where they must search for the German agents—known only as N and M—navigate a hotel full of suspicious guests, preserve their secret identities, and, above all else, defend national security. Warwick's portrayals of Tommy and Tuppence are spot-on, as is his evocation of life in a small English hotel in 1940s England. As the story unfolds and each new character—male, female, English, German, adult and child alike—is introduced, Warwick outdoes himself, producing one unique voice after another in an energetic and fully committed performance. A must for Christie fans and devotees of spy stories and cozy mysteries. A Signet paperback. (Feb.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.From Library JournalMiddle-aged Tommy and Tuppence Beresford, too old to fight and too young to knit, are dismayed to find out that the British government of World War II has little interest in their detecting and spy-catching abilities. Then, almost incidentally, they are asked to spot a traitor, believed to be living at a rural guesthouse. But the place is full of harmless eccentrics: elderly ladies, retired military men, a hypochondriac and his colorless wife, a young mother, and a German refugee. The Beresfords invent personalities and elaborate traps, identify the imposter, and prevent an invasion. The strengths of this Christie "cozy" are the exuberant charm, intelligence, and enthusiasms of the central characters. Middle-aged they may be, but inside Tommy and Tuppence are still the same young adventurers who chased criminals and spies in post-Great War London. James Warwick does a highly competent, nicely unobtrusive job of reading this title, which is likely to be popular with fans of golden age mysteries. Recommended for moderate to large public libraries. I. Pour-El, Des Moines Area Community Coll., Boone, IA Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. Views: 117
Internationally best-selling crime writer Val McDermid is one of the most dependable professionals in the mystery and thriller business, whose acutely suspenseful, seamlessly plotted novels have riveted millions of readers worldwide. In her latest, "The Skeleton Road," she delivers a gripping standalone novel about a cold case that links back to the Balkan Wars of the 1990s. In the center of historic Edinburgh, builders are preparing to convert a disused Victorian Gothic building into luxury flats. They are understandably surprised to find skeletal remains hidden in a high pinnacle that hasn't been touched by maintenance for years. But who do the bones belong to, and how did they get there? Could the eccentric British pastime of free climbing the outside of buildings play a role? Enter cold case detective Karen Pirie, who gets to work trying to establish the corpse's identity. And when it turns out the bones may be from as far away as former Yugoslavia, Karen will need to dig deeper than she ever imagined into the tragic history of the Balkans: to war crimes and their consequences, and ultimately to the notion of what justice is and who serves it. "The Skeleton Road" is an edge-of-your-seat, unforgettable read from one of our finest crime writers."Val McDermid . . . has the ruthless psychological scalpel that forms part of the equipment of all good novelists, whatever their genre. And, fortunately for us, she knows just how to use it."--The Guardian (UK) on "The Retribution" Views: 117
HAS BEN HOPE FINALLY MET HIS MATCH? The master bestseller returns with the explosive follow up to STAR OF AFRICA. The second in a two-part series. The adventure began in Star of Africa, now ex-SAS major Ben Hope is in the most desperate situation of his life... Held hostage by a despicable tyrant in the heart of Africa, it's not looking good for Ben Hope. General Khosa's lust for blood is matched only by his lust for power – and he wants to use Ben's superior military skills to turn his rabble of inexperienced boys into an army of lethal soldiers. If Ben refuses, Khosa will kill the person he loves most. If he cooperates, he'll bring more death and devastation to the world's most violent, war-torn nation. Either way, Ben will have blood on his hands – unless he can defeat Khosa. It seems an impossible task. But for Ben Hope, anything is possible... Views: 117
The gentlemen of the Bastion Club have proven their courage while fighting England's enemies, but nothing has prepared them for dealing with that most formidable of challenges: the opposite sex. Deverell, Viscount Paignton, is in desperate need of a wife. Unmoved by the matchmaking "herd," he seeks help from his aunt, who directs him to a lady she vows is perfect for him. Dispatched to a country house party to look the lady over, he discovers her not swanning about among the guests but with her nose buried in a book in the library. Phoebe Malleson is tempted to distraction by Deverell, but marrying him isn't part of her plan. Moved by an incident in her past, Phoebe has a secret cause to which she's committed. Unfortunately, telling Deverell to go away doesn't work, and he quickly learns of her secret. But someone powerful has her cause targeted for destruction—and her in their sights. Views: 117
He vowed he′d never marry.
To Vane Cynster, Bellamy Hall seems like the perfect place to temporarily hide from London′s husband hunters. But when he encounters irresistible Patience Debbington, Vane realises he′s met his match ...
She vowed no man would catch her.
Patience isn′t about to succumb to Vane′s sensuous propositions. Yes, his kisses leave her dizzy and his caresses made her melt; but Patience has promised herself she′ll never become vulnerable to a broken heart. Is this one vow that was meant to be broken? Views: 116
“No-one does suburban paranoia like
Shari Lapena–this slowly unfurling nightmare will have you biting your
nails until the end.” –Ruth Ware, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in Cabin 10The new domestic suspense novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Couple Next Door, A Stranger in the House, and An Unwanted Guest, Shari LapenaMaybe you don’t know your neighbors as well as you thought you did . . . “This
is a very difficult letter to write. I hope you will not hate us too
much. . . My son broke into your home recently while you were out.” In
a quiet, leafy suburb in upstate New York, a teenager has been sneaking
into houses–and into the owners’ computers as well–learning their
secrets, and maybe sharing some of them, too.Who is he, and what
might he have uncovered? After two anonymous letters are received,
whispers start to circulate, and suspicion mounts. And when a woman down
the street is found murdered, the tension reaches the breaking point.
Who killed her? Who knows more than they’re telling? And how far will
all these very nice people go to protect their own secrets? In
this neighborhood, it’s not just the husbands and wives who play games.
Here, everyone in the family has something to hide . . .You never really know what people are capable of.
**Review
Praise for Someone We Know:“No-one does suburban paranoia like Shari Lapena—this slowly unfurling nightmare will have you biting your nails until the end.” —Ruth Ware, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in Cabin 10“Slyly
plotted . . . Lapena skillfully maximizes suspense with her dual story
lines that eventually collide, as well as some deft misdirection . . .
many fans of domestic suspense will be satisfied.”—Publishers Weekly“Highly suspenseful . . . Sure to delight fans of Liane Moriarty and Louise Candlish.” —Booklist “Someone
We Know is a tour de force of thriller writing. Shari Lapena proves yet
again that she is the mistress of the pacy plot, cliff edge tension and
menacing suburban claustrophobia. Fans will be delighted and if you
haven’t read her books yet, then why on earth not?” —Gilly Macmillan, New York Times bestselling author of I Know You KnowPraise for An Unwanted Guest:“A gripping mystery perfect for fans of Agatha Christie.” —Good Housekeeping
“Proving that time periods may change but people do not, Lapena
delivers a solid whodunit with an ending that would make Dame Christie
proud.” —USA Today “Another nail-biter perfect for an all-nighter.” —Entertainment Weekly “A new thriller that will give you serious Agatha Christie vibes . . . if you’re one of the many people who counts [And Then There Were None] among their favorite books, you will love An Unwanted Guest. . . . A deftly crafted and expertly paced thriller that will keep readers guessing (and terrified) until the very end.” —Bustle “This
compelling and realistic modern take on the country-house mystery will
gain new fans for the author and is definitely one to hand to devotees
of Agatha Christie (and her modern interpreter, Sophie Hannah).” —Booklist “An intriguing cast, an isolated location, a raging storm and the threat of death in every dark corner: An Unwanted Guest reads
like Agatha Christie with a shot of adrenalin. Clear your desk before
you start it because you won’t want to put it down.” —Gilly Macmillan, New York Times bestselling author of I Know You Know
“Lapena has written a great whodunit, with a delicious Christie-like
vibe. Fans of the author’s first novel will want this, and anyone who
savors a well-crafted murder mystery will gobble it up!” —Library Journal (starred review) Praise for A Stranger in the House: “Lapena’s A Stranger in the House will have you sleeping with the lights on for weeks.” —Bustle “Smart and suspenseful . . . you’ll never see the ending coming.” —PureWow “So much suspense. So many twists. Good luck sleeping tonight.” —HelloGiggles “So many dizzying twists you’d better not drive after reading!” —Linwood Barclay, New York Times bestselling author of Parting Shot
“Smart, twisty and compulsive. Suspense and suspicion accumulate
relentlessly, toying with your expectations and your emotions right up
until the packs-a-punch ending. Don’t miss it, and don’t expect to be
able to put it down.” —Gilly Macmillan, New York Times bestselling author of I Know You Know “A diverting page-turner.” —Publishers Weekly “Great suspense and lots of twists.” —The Toronto Star
“Lapena keeps the well-developed twists churning, with each a surprise
notch in this ever-evolving plot, and she continues this skillful
storytelling until the stunning twist at the end . . . memorable.” —Associated Press Praise for The Couple Next Door: “Meticulously crafted and razor sharp. The Couple Next Door lingers long after you turn the final page.” —Harlan Coben, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Fool Me Once “The twists come as fast [as] you can turn the pages.” —People
“Provocative and shocking. One crime, an entire neighborhood of
suspects, secrets, and lies. How well do we ever know those around us? The Couple Next Door will keep you glued to the pages in search of the answer. Even then, you’ll never guess the truth . . . until it’s too late.” —Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Find Her “I
read this novel at one sitting, absolutely riveted by the story line.
The suspense was beautifully rendered and unrelenting!” —Sue Grafton, New York Times bestselling author of X “Real men read women writers—because of books like this. Trust me.” —Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Make Me “Shari Lapena has written a stunning debut thriller. Turn on the night lights and lock all your doors and windows. The Couple Next Door grabs you with each twist and shocks you with every betrayal.” —Linda Fairstein, New York Times bestselling author of Killer Look “A
twisty, utterly riveting tale that will send readers on a wild
roller-coaster ride of emotions. Shocking revelations kept me turning
the pages like a madwoman.” —Tess Gerritsen, New York Times bestselling author of Playing with Fire “Expertly paced and finely crafted, The Couple Next Door is a gripping thriller of the highest order. I couldn’t put it down.” —A. J. Banner, bestselling author of The Good Neighbor “Gripped me from the very beginning to the very end!” —Becky Masterman, author of Rage Against the Dying “Brilliant!
This utterly riveting psychological thriller hurtles along at breakneck
speed, never giving you the opportunity to catch your breath. Twisty,
turny, and unputdownable.” —C. L. Taylor, bestselling author of The Lie “Exquisitely torturous tension.” —NPR.org “Where did that baby go! It’s hard not to read to the end to find out, and the twists waiting there are gratifyingly clever.” —USA Today “The
many never-saw-them-coming twists and questionable characters . . .
will keep you on the edge of your seat. First-time novelist Lapena’s
writing is spare and tense, and it makes The Couple Next Door a compulsive read. The last line is absolutely a killer.” —Good Housekeeping
“[A] well-sculpted domestic thriller . . . highly suspenseful . . .
Twists are subtly revealed with aplomb, taking the story to increasingly
unpredictable levels.” —Associated Press About the Author
SHARI LAPENA is the internationally bestselling author of the thrillers The Couple Next Door, A Stranger in the House and An Unwanted Guest, which have all been both New York Times and UK Sunday Times bestsellers. Her books have been sold in 35 territories around the world. She lives in Toronto. Views: 116
"You can always rely on Melissa Foster to deliver a story that's fresh, emotional and entertaining. Make sure you have all night, because once you start you won't want to stop reading. Every book's a winner!" New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Novak
.
Fall in love with Cole Braden in the Bradens of Peaceful Harbor. Hot, sexy, & wickedly naughty second cousins to the Weston, Colorado Bradens we know and love.
.
In SURRENDER MY LOVE...
Annalise "Leesa" Avalon never realized that one sentence could change her life until one of her students revealed his crush--and within twenty-four hours she finds herself under fire. After a grueling investigation that turns her life upside down, she steals away to Peaceful Harbor, Maryland, with a new identity to try to pull herself back together and figure out her next step.
From the outside, Cole Braden lives a charmed life. He's a top orthopedic surgeon with a thriving practice, strong family ties, and friends he adores. But there's a lonely spot inside Cole that no one can see. He has an enormous heart--and a painful past--but the desire to love and be loved is too strong to ignore.
A chance encounter brings Leesa and Cole together, and the attraction is immediate and intense. But a relationship is the last thing Leesa needs--and the only thing Cole wants. Long talks, heated moments, and deep connections are hard to resist, but the harder Cole tries, the more Leesa pulls away. Cole might truly be the right man for Leesa, but is Leesa the right woman for him?
.
SURRENDER MY LOVE is part of the Love in Bloom series. While SURRENDER MY LOVE can be read as a stand-alone novel, for even more reading enjoyment you may want to read the entire Love in Bloom series in series order.
.
READ THE FULL LOVE IN BLOOM SERIES: Characters from each sub-series appear in future books.
.
SNOW SISTERS
BOOK 1: Sisters in Love
BOOK 2: Sisters in Bloom
BOOK 3: Sisters in White
.
THE BRADENS (Weston, CO)
BOOK 1: Lovers at Heart (Treat & Max)
BOOK 2: Destined for Love (Rex & Jade)
BOOK 3: Friendship on Fire (Josh & Riley)
BOOK 4: Sea of Love (Dane & Lacy)
BOOK 5: Bursting with Love (Savannah & Jack)
BOOK 6: Hearts at Play (Hugh & Bree)
THE BRADENS (Trusty, CO)
BOOK 1: Taken by Love (Luke)
BOOK 2: Fated for Love (Wes)
BOOK 3: Romancing My Love (Pierce)
BOOK 4: Flirting with Love (Ross)
BOOK 5: Dreaming of Love (Emily)
BOOK 6: Crashing into Love (Jake)
.
THE BRADEN WORLD NOVELLAS
Promise My Love (Rex & Jade's Wedding Novella)
Best if read after Weston & Trusty Bradens
.
THE REMINGTONS
BOOK 1: Game of Love (Dex)
BOOK 2: Stroke of Love (Sage)
BOOK 3: Flames of Love (Siena)
BOOK 4: Slope of Love (Rush)
BOOK 5: Read, Write, Love (Kurt)
SEASIDE SUMMERS
BOOK 1: Seaside Dreams (Bella)
BOOK 2: Seaside Hearts (Jenna)
BOOK 3: Seaside Sunsets (Jamie)
BOOK 4: Seaside Secrets (Amy)
BOOK 5: Seaside Nights (Sky)
COMING SOON
BOOK 6: Seaside Embrace (Hunter)
BOOK 7: Seaside Lovers (Grayson)
BOOK 8: Seaside Whispers (Matt)
.
THE BRADENS (Peaceful Harbor, MD)
BOOK 1: Healed by Love (Nate)
BOOK 2: Surrender My Love (Cole)
More Coming Soon!
.
REVIEWS
.
"...love, loss, lies, grief, finding happiness in the face of adversity, romance, humor, bravery, hot hot hot sex scenes, marriages, births and totally awesome characters." --Supportive Business Moms, UK
.
"Like Nora Roberts, Melissa Foster has captivated me with her fantastic, sexy, romantic stories." K. Winning
.
AUTHOR BIO:
Melissa Foster is a New York Times & USA Today bestselling and award-winning author. She writes sexy and heartwarming contemporary romance and new adult romance with emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the last page. Melissa also co-writes the Love on Rockwell Island series with New York Times bestselling author Bella Andre. Melissa's emotional journeys are lovingly erotic and always
** Views: 116
