THE TRUMAN SMITH PRIVATE EYE SERIES: Truman Smith operates on Galveston Island, not far from Houston. The first book in the series, Dead on the Island, was nominated for a Shamus Award by the Private-Eye Writers of America.||||In Murder Takes a Break, Galveston, Texas principal investigator Truman Smith loathes missing person cases because they either end up badly for his clients, or the person does not want to be found. So only as a personal favor to his friend Dino would Tru accept the case of missing college student, Randall Kirbo, who disappeared in the area while on Spring break nine months ago.||||After sifting the facts from the very minimal police investigation on the case, Tru tracks Randall to a house owend by a local vice queen, Big Al. Another kid who attended the same party was later found dead on the beach As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that this is anything but a typical missing person's case, and the party - and it's attendants - hold the clues... Views: 21
*** FROM USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR J. ROBERT KENNEDY *** WHEN IS THE PRICE TO PROTECT A NATION’S LEGACY TOO HIGH? Archaeology Professors James Acton and Laura Palmer are on safari in South Africa, enjoying a vacation away from the bullets and bombs that too often threaten their lives, when a chance encounter leads to a clue that could unlock the greatest mystery remaining of the Boer War over a century ago. The location to over half a billion dollars in gold. It’s a treasure that has claimed dozens of lives, and is about to claim even more. Four-time USA Today Bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy delivers another torn from the headlines thriller with Wages of Sin. Filled with intrigue, suspense, humor and a touch of romance, prepare to lose sleep with this action-packed adventure the likes of which only Kennedy can deliver. With over 500,000 books in circulation and over 3000 Five-Star reviews, it’s time to join those who have compared him to Patterson, Clancy, Brown, Cussler and Rollins. Views: 21
St. Louis, Missouri is known for a high crime rate, but no city has seen anything like this. A sadistic killer, who is bent on creating suffering for his own artistic pleasure, is on the loose and untraceable. SLCPD Homicide Detective Sasha Delossa becomes the killer's deadly obsession while he's on his rampage throughout the city and surrounding areas. He doesn't discriminate either—anyone is good enough to be his victim and muse. When they figure out the killer's secret, will they figure out his identity?Filled with thrills, chills, and heart-pounding action, you'll become immersed in the brutal and gripping twists and turns of this psychological thriller. Views: 21
This is Mel’s first vacation in 3 years. She is looking forward to lying on Clearwater Beach and spending Christmas with her friend, Lisa, but first she has to check on her Aunt Audrey. After landing in Tampa, Mel drives to Largo and knocks on Audrey’s door. A young man answers and his vague answers regarding Audrey’s whereabouts set Mel on a quest to find out just what happened to her absent aunt.She files a missing persons report, and a handsome young deputy named Conner offers to help her. They follow the clues—a curious canine, a nosy neighbor, and a couple of con artists—and Connor risks his job to help Mel solve the mystery surrounding Audrey’s disappearance.Where’s Audrey was based on an incident which occurred in a Florida mobile home park in 2007. Views: 21
3 COZY MYSTERIES + 30 DESSERT RECIPES Mystery #1 DEEP DISH LIES Far from the bustling city of Seattle, fragrant lavender farms thrive and apple orchards blossom. Nestled inside this idyllic Washington countryside is Becca Raymond’s famous pie shoppe, Deep Dish Delights. But her sweet little life is flipped over faster than a pineapple upside down cake when she crashes into the dashingly mysterious Marcus McCoy. Taking to the road with nothing but pie crust crumbs and her own uncertain heart, Becca joins Marcus on a rollicking adventure that culminates in the solving of a cold case murder…and the uncovering of a cluster of deep, anything-but-sweet secrets. Mystery #2 A PASTRY THIEF IN PARIS Why on earth would someone steal a tray of French cream puffs? That’s the peculiar mystery that law student and shop clerk Isabelle Nouvelle is trying to solve. After witnessing a thief flee with a sack of sweets from Collette’s Pastry Shop, Isabelle becomes obsessed with identifying the sugar-laced criminal and his bittersweet motives. As she strives to solve the most ridiculous crime Paris has ever seen, Isabelle discovers a much darker side to the romantic city and a network of silky thieves that embroils her deeper into the mystery. Amid all the peril, Isabelle manages to find passion in a suave artist while another man also competes for her affections… Mystery #3 CUPCAKE SHOP CLUES Trading the chill of Minnesota for the warmth of southern California, Danica Mulrooney is ready to start a new life. Innocently opening up a gourmet dessert shop, Cupcakes by the Sea, Danica has no idea what chaos and danger await her. Someone is swapping ingredients in her shop and trying to poison her customers. But who? And why? Danica seeks answers while baking up a storm and inviting romance into her life with Lane Stuart, a gorgeous baseball player who joins forces with her to solve the mystery of the CUPCAKE SHOP CLUES. Bonus recipes include Mocha Swirl Cupcakes, Dreamy Banana Cream Pie, Raspberry Mousse Cake and 27 more delectable treats! Views: 21
