-Titulo Original : Love, Lies And Liquor An Agatha Raisin Mystery (agatha Raisin Mysteries, 17)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Love, Lies and Liquor continues the tradition in M. C. Beatons beloved Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television.Agatha Raisin is lonely. Busy as she is with her detective agency and the meetings of the Carsely Ladies Society, she still misses her ex-husband, James Lacey, so she welcomes his return to the cottage next door with her usual triumph of optimism over experience---especially when he invites her on holiday at a surprise location that was once very dear to him. With visions of a romantic hideaway in Italy or the Pacific dancing in her head, Agatha goes off happily with James to...Snoth-on-Sea, in Sussex.While James may have fond memories of boyhood holidays there, Snoth-on-Sea has seen better days, as has the once-grand Palace Hotel, now run-down and tacky and freezing cold. Nor do the other guests have much to recommend them, especially the brassy honeymoon couple, Mr. and Mrs. Jankers, who pick a fight with Agatha in the dining room. But trouble has a way of following Agatha even if romance does not: Just as she and James are preparing to flee to warmer climes, Geraldine Jankers is found dead on the beach strangled with Agathas scarf. So much for Agathas holiday fantasies: Not only is it time to put her detective skills to work, but the police are not even sure that shell be allowed to leave town. Review “Few things in life are more satisfying than to discover a brand-new Agatha Raisin mystery.” The Tampa Tribune on Agatha Raisin and M. C. Beaton“The irascible but endearing personality of Agatha Raisin is like a heady dash of curry. May we have another serving, please?” Detroit Free Press on Agatha Raisin and M. C. Beaton“If youve never read an Agatha Raisin novel, its time to start.... All of them are cunningly plotted, beautifully written, and more fun than you can imagine.” The Globe and Mail on Agatha Raisin and M. C. Beaton“Beaton has a winner in the irrepressible, romance-hungry Agatha.” Chicago Sun-Times on Agatha Raisin and M. C. Beaton“Anyone interested in...intelligent, amusing reading will want to make the acquaintance of Mrs. Agatha Raisin.” The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Agatha Raisin and M. C. Beaton“Outwardly bossy and vain, inwardly insecure and vulnerable, Agatha grows more endearing with each installment.” The Plain Dealer on Agatha Raisin and M. C. Beaton“Welcome back to Carsely, the charming Cotswold village thats home to the sixteenth Agatha Raisin mystery. (If youve missed the first fifteen, just imagine a Barbara Pym novel with murder, mayhem and the sexual longings of a fiftysomething divorced lady sleuth.” Publishers Weekly on The Perfect Paragon About the Author M. C. Beaton (1936-2019), the “Queen of Crime” (The Globe and Mail), was the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Agatha Raisin novels -- the basis for the hit show on Acorn TV and public television -- as well as the Hamish Macbeth series and the Edwardian Murder Mysteries featuring Lady Rose Summer. Born in Scotland, she started her career writing historical romances under several pseudonyms and her maiden name, Marion Chesney.In 2006, M.C. was the British guest of honor at Bouchercon...

-Titulo Original : Dead Connection A Novel (ellie Hatcher, 1)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: In Alafair Burkes electrifying thriller, Dead Connection, a rookie detective goes undercover on the Internet dating scene to draw out a serial killer targeting single women in Manhattan. When two young women are murdered on the streets of New York, exactly one year apart, Detective Ellie Hatcher is called up for a special assignment on the homicide task force. The killer has left behind a clue connecting the two cases to First Date, a popular online dating service, and Flann McIlroy, an eccentric, publicity-seeking homicide detective, is convinced that only Ellie can help him pursue his terrifying theory: someone is using the lure of the Internet and the promise of love to launch a killing spree against the women of New York City. To catch the killer, Ellie must enter a high-tech world of stolen identities where no one is who they appear to be. And for her, the investigation quickly becomes personal: she fits the profile of the victims, and she knows firsthand what pursuing a sociopath can do to a cop back home in Wichita, Kansas, her father lost his life trying to catch a notorious serial murderer. When the First Date killer begins to mimic the monster who destroyed her father, Ellie knows the game has become personal for him, too. Both hunter and prey, she must find the killer before he claims his next victim who could very well be her. Expertly plotted and perfectly paced, Dead Connection advances Alafair Burke to the front ranks of American thriller writers. Review “Intricately-plotted, fast-paced...Holds the readers attention from first word to last, and begs for a sequel.” Kirkus Reviews“Pure, heart-pounding escapism . . . Burke taps into a cultural hot-button issue: the increasing popularity of online dating sites and the very real possibility that the person you are connecting with is lying about who he/she is.” USA Today, in a Top 5 summer thriller pick“Burke, the daughter of Cajun thriller maestro James Lee, is a terrific web spinner. She knows when and how to drop clues to keep readers at her mercy. A-” Entertainment Weekly“Intelligent, emotionally literate and unusually--given the dark subject-matter--funny, with strong characters and tight plotting, Dead Connection is a riveting read.” The Guardian From the Back Cover Utterly riveting. Tess GerritsenTwo young, single women are murdered on the streets of New York City, exactly one year apart. Their only connection: Both had posted profiles on the popular online dating service, FirstDate . Enter NYPD Detective Ellie Hatcher. She fits the profile of the victims, and is called in for a special assignment to the homicide team. Burke is a terrific web spinner...keep[s] readers at her mercy. Entertainment WeeklyFirstDate promises its online clientele that theyll remain anonymous and safe. But Ellie is about to discover that the company is protecting the identity of the killer more than it protected the safety of his victims...Tantalizing. Library JournalSoon Ellie is entangled in a web of anonymous identities and false leads as she tries to attract and lure in a suspect. But time is running out to find the killer before he claims his next victim which, in a devastating twist of fate, is looking more and more likely to be Ellie herself.... About the Author A former deputy district attorney in Portland, Oregon, Alafair Burke now teaches criminal law at Hofstra School of Law and lives in Long Island, New York. The daughter of the acclaimed crime writer James Lee Burke, she is the author of the Samantha Kincaid series, including Judgment Calls and Missing Justice...

-Titulo Original : Agatha Raisin And The Haunted House An Agatha Raisin Mystery (agatha Raisin Mysteries, 14)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Agatha Raisin and the Haunted House continues the tradition in M. C. Beatons beloved Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television.Just back from an extended stay in London, Agatha Raisin finds herself greeted by torrential rains and an old, familiar feeling of boredom. When her handsome new neighbor, Paul Chatterton, shows up on her doorstep, she tries her best to ignore his obvious charms, but his sparkling black eyes and the promise of adventure soon lure her into another investigation.Paul has heard rumors about Agathas reputation as the Cotswold village sleuth and wastes no time offering their services to the crotchety owner of a haunted house. Whispers, footsteps, and a cold white mist are plaguing Mrs. Witherspoon, but the police have failed to come up with any leads, supernatural or otherwise. The neighbors think its all a desperate ploy for attention, but Paul and Agatha are sure something more devious is going on. Someones playing tricks on Mrs. Witherspoon, and when she turns up dead under suspicious circumstances, Agatha finds herself caught up in another baffling murder mystery. Review “What makes readers love Agatha Raisin?...Somehow this cranky middle-aged dames many flaws only make her more appealing.” Booklist“[Beatons] imperfect heroine is an absolute gem!” Publishers Weekly“Once more, a murder mystery saves Agatha from the threat of boredom. It seems that handsome neighbor Paul has offered their investigative services to the owner of a reputedly haunted house. When the owner turns up dead, the pair know for sure somethings going on. Another delightful series adventure.” Library Journal“Curmudgeonly but lovable Agatha Raisin cheerfully grouses her way through the English countryside in this cozy mystery. What at first seems to be a rather routine murder case gathers twists and turns--and a few more bodies--as it moves along.... Agatha is as on the mark as ever, and so is her author.” RT Book Reviews About the Author M. C. Beaton (1936-2019), the “Queen of Crime” (The Globe and Mail), was the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Agatha Raisin novels -- the basis for the hit show on Acorn TV and public television -- as well as the Hamish Macbeth series and the Edwardian Murder Mysteries featuring Lady Rose Summer. Born in Scotland, she started her career writing historical romances under several pseudonyms and her maiden name, Marion Chesney.In 2006, M.C. was the British guest of honor at Bouchercon...

-Titulo Original : Tom Clancys Op-center The Black Order A Novel-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: In a plot ripped from todays headlines, America’s elite task force must take down a group of ruthless domestic terrorists determined to paralyze the country through extreme acts of violence in this action-packed new thriller in the bestselling Tom Clancys Op-Center series. They are known as the Black Order. Self-proclaimed patriots and survivalists, they refuse to surrender their values and beliefs to the left-leaning cultural and progressive forces threatening their nation. Military veterans and high-tech specialists, they’ve begun a savage war which includes public assassinations of politicians and celebrities and high-profile bombings, striking without warning or mercy. The Black Order wants nothing less than complete capitulation by the US government, giving them free rein to make their ideologies the law of the land.Only Op-Center’s Black Wasp, a skilled team of military operatives answerable to the President, can defeat these militant revolutionaries. But even as Admiral Chase Williams and his agents force them on the run, the Black Order possesses a weapon of mass destruction that they will not hesitate to unleash against millions of innocent civilians. Review Praise for the OP-CENTER series:“Rovin capably orchestrates all the players en route to the explosive climax.” Publishers Weekly for God of War“Military action fans will be rewarded.” Publishers Weekly for Sting of the Wasp[A]ll the elements seamlessly click into place. Clancy would be proud. Publishers Weekly for For Honor“A top-notch military thriller, combining politics, suspense, and action.” Booklist for Into the Fire About the Author JEFF ROVIN is the author of more than 150 books, fiction and nonfiction, both under his own name, under various pseudonyms, or as a ghostwriter, including numerous New York Times bestsellers and over a dozen of the original Tom Clancy’s Op-Center novels. Tom Clancys many thrillers include The Hunt for Red October, Patriot Games and Clear and Present Danger. He died in 2013. Steve Pieczenik is an author and co-creator of Tom Clancys Op-Center series...

-Titulo Original : Exile A Thriller-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: David Wolfe is a successful American lawyer being primed for a run for Congress. But when the phone rings and he hears the voice of Hana Arif the Palestinian woman with whom he had a secret affair in law school he begins a completely unexpected journey.The next day, the prime minister of Israel is assassinated by a suicide bomber while visiting San Francisco. Soon, Hana is accused of being the mastermind behind the murder. Now David faces an agonizing choice: Will he, a Jew, represent her?The most challenging case of Davids career requires that he delve deep into the lives of Hana and her militant Palestinian husband, all the way back to Israel and the West Bank. There he uncovers the couples dangerous connections…culminating in an explosive trial where the stakes are Hanas life and the future of two peoples. About the Author Richard North Patterson is the author of In The Name Of Honor, Eclipse, The Spire, Exile, The Race, Degree Of Guilt, Eyes Of A Child, Silent Witness, and many other bestselling and critically acclaimed novels. Formerly a trial lawyer, he was the SEC liaison to the Watergate special prosecutor, the assistant attorney general for the state of Ohio, and has served on the boards of several Washington advocacy groups. In 1993, he retired from his law practice to devote himself to writing. His first novel, The Lasko Tangent, was the winner of the Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best First Novel in 1980. He is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University and Case Western Reserve University School of Law, and is a recipient of their Presidents Award for Distinguished Alumni. He lives in Marthas Vineyard, San Francisco, and Cabo San Lucas with his wife, Dr. Nancy Clair. Richard North Patterson is a terrific novelist.- The Washington Pos...

-Titulo Original : Agatha Raisin And The Fairies Of Fryfam An Agatha Raisin Mystery (agatha Raisin Mysteries, 10)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Agatha Raisin and the Fairies of Fryfam continues the tradition in M. C. Beatons beloved Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television.When a fortune teller from a previous case informs Agatha Raisin that her destiny-and true love-lies in Norfolk, she promptly rents a cottage in the quaint village of Fryfam. No sooner does she arrive than strange things start happening. Random objects go missing from peoples homes and odd little lights are seen dancing in the villagers gardens and yards. Stories soon begin circulating about the presence of fairies. But when a prominent village resident is found murdered, and some suspicion falls on her and her friend Sir Charles Fraith, Agatha decides shes had enough of this fairy nonsense and steps up her sleuthing for a human killer. The prickly yet endearing Agatha will have fans dangling in suspense: Will she catch her crook-and a husband? Review “Few things in life are more satisfying than to discover a brand-new Agatha Raisin mystery.” Tampa Tribune Times“Witty...highly amusing cozy.” Publishers Weekly“More great fun from an endearing heroine.” Library Journal“AGATHA RAISIN AND THE FAIRIES OF FRYFAM is a witty tale that will keep you laughing and guessing at the same time.” RT Book Reviews About the Author M. C. Beaton (1936-2019), the “Queen of Crime” (The Globe and Mail), was the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Agatha Raisin novels -- the basis for the hit show on Acorn TV and public television -- as well as the Hamish Macbeth series and the Edwardian Murder Mysteries featuring Lady Rose Summer. Born in Scotland, she started her career writing historical romances under several pseudonyms and her maiden name, Marion Chesney.In 2006, M.C. was the British guest of honor at Bouchercon...

-Titulo Original : The Vicious Vet An Agatha Raisin Mystery (agatha Raisin Mysteries, 2)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: The Vicious Vet continues the tradition in M. C. Beatons beloved Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television.A PURR-FECT CRIME IN THE COTSWOLDSFormer London PR agent, Agatha Raisin still hasnt adjusted to village life where the only prospect for a hot evening out is a meeting of the Ladies Society. And since her overtures toward James Lacey the retired military man next door have failed, Agatha jumps at the chance to visit the new vet, whos single and good-looking. Although Agathas tabby hasnt a thing wrong with him, Hodge endures having a thermometer shoved up his bum in the name of romance. Unfortunately his sacrifice is all for naught when the vet is soon found dead next to a high-strung horse.The police call the vets demise a freak accident, but Agatha convinces the hard-to-get James Lacey, whos also bored in the Cotswolds, that playing amateur detective might be fun. Unfortunately, just like curiosity killed the cat, Agathas inept snooping is soon a motivation for murder... Review “A lively and entertaining tale.” BookLoonsAnyone interested in a few hours worth of intelligent, amusing reading will want to make the acquaintance of Mrs. Agatha Raisin. The Cleveland Plain DealerI simply love mysteries that have all the requirements necessary to make them great the characters, the action, the plots, and that thing we call humanity. Beaton has them all in spades.--Tulsa World From the Back Cover Beloved author M.C. Beaton has delighted readers and fans alike with her Agatha Raisin mysteries. Now here is the second novel in the series that started it all…A PURR-FECT CRIME IN THE COTSWOLDSFormer London PR agent, Agatha Raisin still hasnt adjusted to village life where the only prospect for a hot evening out is a meeting of the Ladies Society. And since her overtures toward James Lacey the retired military man next door have failed, Agatha jumps at the chance to visit the new vet, whos single and good-looking. Although Agathas tabby hasnt a thing wrong with him, Hodge endures having a thermometer shoved up his bum in the name of romance. Unfortunately his sacrifice is all for naught when the vet is soon found dead next to a high-strung horse.The police call the vets demise a freak accident, but Agatha convinces the hard-to-get James Lacey, whos also bored in the Cotswolds, that playing amateur detective might be fun. Unfortunately, just like curiosity killed the cat, Agathas inept snooping is soon a motivation for murder... Anyone interested in a few hours worth of intelligent, amusing reading will want to make the acquaintance of Mrs. Agatha Raisin. The Cleveland Plain DealerI simply love mysteries that have all the requirements necessary to make them great the characters, the action, the plots, and that thing we call humanity. Beaton has them all inspades.--Tulsa World About the Author M. C. Beaton (1936-2019), the “Queen of Crime” (The Globe and Mail), was the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Agatha Raisin novels -- the basis for the hit show on Acorn TV and public television -- as well as the Hamish Macbeth series and the Edwardian Murder Mysteries featuring Lady Rose Summer. Born in Scotland, she started her career writing historical romances under several pseudonyms and her maiden name, Marion Chesney.In 2006, M.C. was the British guest of honor at Bouchercon...

-Titulo Original : The Distant Echo-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Bestselling, award-winning author Val McDermid delivers her most stunning story yet in The Distant Echo---an intricate, thought-provoking tale of murder and revengeFour in the morning, mid-December, and snow blankets St. Andrews School. Student Alex Gilbery and his three best friends are staggering home from a party when they stumble upon the body of a young woman. Rosie Duff has been raped, stabbed and left for dead in the ancient Pictish cemetery. The only suspects are the four young students stained with her blood. Twenty-five years later, police mount a cold case review. Among the unsolved murders theyre examining is that of Rosie Duff. But someone else has his own idea of justice. One of the original quartet dies in a suspicious house fire and soon after, a second is killed. Alex fears the worst. Someone is taking revenge for Rosie Duff. And it might just save his life if he can uncover who really killed Rosie all those years ago. Review “Cunningly plotted...McDermid administers the venom drop by drop...Individually the characters are sensitively drawn. Collectively, they present the inscrutable face of closed-off communities so terrified of change they would kill for peace.” New York Times Book Review“This absorbing psychological novel of revenge shows British author McDermid at the top of her form...outstanding pacing, character and plot development, plus evocative place descriptions, make this another winner.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)“If you still havent absorbed the fact that Val McDermid is writing at the top of anyones game, heres another chance to join the celebration...her clean, crisp writing, especially about crime science, might just remind you of the early books of P.D. James.” Chicago Tribune“McDermid, whose reputation and popularity are growing incrementally with each new book, is very like P.D. James in her masterful mixing of forensic science with brisk plots and in-depth characterization.” Booklist (star review) About the Author Val McDermid was a journalist for sixteen years and is now a full-time writer living in South Manchester. In 1995, she won the Gold Dagger Award for Best Crime Novel of the Year for The Mermaids Singing. Her novel A Place of Execution won a Los Angeles Times Book Prize, was nominated for the Edgar Award for Best Novel, and named a New York Times Notable Book of the Year...

-Titulo Original : A Place Of Safety A Chief Inspector Barnaby Novel (chief Inspector Barnaby Novels, 6)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Charlie Leathers was not the most popular man in the charming English village of Ferne Basset, but few people seemed to hate him enough to murder him. Still, that was his fate one night, and it brings Inspector Barnaby to the scene to investigate. What Barnaby doesnt know is that before his death, Charlie witnessed what might have been the suicide--or murder--of a young woman whose troubles with the law have landed her in the home of a local retired minister and his none-too-pleased wife. Now a man is dead, a girl is missing, and a town is in chaos as long-kept secrets begin to unravel, with deadly repercussions. Review “Simply the best detective writer since Agatha Christie.” The Sunday Times of London“Wonderful...A delightful tale...Told in graceful prose and populated with carefully drawn characters, A Place of Safety is a marvelous treat.” The Denver Post“[A Place of Safety] is cause for celebration...Thoroughly charming...Intensely pleasurable reading.” Booklist From the Back Cover THE SMALLER THE TOWN, THE DEADLIER THE SECRETS... When sour Charlie Leathers and his dog disappear into thin air, his neighbors in the small, sleepy English village of Ferne Basset are more concerned about the dog than they are about Charlie. Everyone assumes that Charlie will show up...sooner or later. But nobody expects it when he shows up dead. With one man dead and a mysterious young woman missing, Chief Inspector Barnaby must race to uncover the secrets of love and greed hidden beneath a cozy village veneer. Now it seems that this safe little town is anything but -- and that one of its quirky inhabitants possesses the motive and the means to murder... About the Author Caroline Graham was born in Warwickshire, England. Her first Inspector Barnaby novel, The Killings at Badgers Drift, was selected as one of the Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time by the Crime Writers Association...

-Titulo Original : Robert Ludlums The Paris Option A Covert-one Novel (covert-one, 3)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: The Pasteur Institute, Paris. A bomb explodes, a fire rages, and a renowned computer scientist is dead. Dr. Émile Chambord had been working on a molecular DNA computer that could virtually control all computerized operations around the globe. Now, his groundbreaking research is missing. Overnight, military satellites and communications are shut down by unknown sources. And Covert-One agent Dr. Jon Smith has to race across two continents to expose the next generation of terrorists--a vast network of technological spies who now have the power to reprogram the world. Every government agency. Every armed force. Every nuclear weapon... Review Ludlum is light years beyond his literary competition in piling plot twist upon plot twist, until the mesmerized reader is held captive...[He] dominates the field in strong, tightly plotted, adventure-drenched thrillers. Ludlum pulls out all the stops and dazzles his readers. --Chicago Tribune Ludlum stuffs more surprises into his novels than any other six pack of thriller writers combined. --The New York Times Reading a Ludlum novel is like watching a James Bond film. --Entertainment Weekly Welcome to Robert Ludlums world...fast pacing, tight plotting, international intrigue. --The Plain Dealer Robert Ludlum is the master of gripping, fast-moving intrigue. He is unsurpassed at weaving a tapestry of stunningly diverse figures, then assembling them in a sequence so gripping that the readers attention never wavers. --The Daily Oklahoman Dont ever begin a Ludlum novel if you have to go to work the next day. --Chicago Sun-Times If a Pulitzer Prize were awarded for escapist fiction, Robert Ludlum undoubtedly would have won it. Ten times over. --Mobile Register An exciting medical-military thriller that moves at a rapid pace to its climax...an exciting new series. --Midwest Book Review A pop hit...that should bounce right up the bestseller lists. --Kirkus Reviews Gripping...robust writing and a breakneck pace. --Boston Herald From the Back Cover Welcome to Robert Ludlums world... fast pacing, tight plotting, international intrigue.--The Plain Dealer The #1 bestselling master of world-class suspense, Robert Ludlum has thrilled hundreds of millions of readers with an unbroken string of classic bestsellers. In the Covert-One series, he takes espionage fiction to the next level--with cutting-edge technology, globe-spanning action, and hot-button political intrigue--setting a new standard in suspense... ROBERT LUDLUMS THE PARIS OPTION The Pasteur Institute, Paris. A bomb explodes, a fire rages, and a renowned computer scientist is dead. Dr. Émile Chambord had been working on a molecular DNA computer that could virtually control all computerized operations around the globe. Now, his groundbreaking research is missing. Overnight, military satellites and communications are shut down by unknown sources. And Covert-One agent Dr. Jon Smith has to race across two continents to expose the next generation of terrorists--a vast network of technological spies who now have the power to reprogram the world. Every government agency. Every armed force. Every nuclear weapon... A People Magazine Beach Read of the Week About the Author Robert Ludlum (1927-2001) was the author of 25 thriller novels, including The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum--the books on which the international hit movies were based--and The Sigma Protocol. He was also the creator of the Covert-One series. Born in New York City, Ludlum received a B.A. from Wesleyan University, and before becoming an author, he was a United States Marine, a theater actor and producer. Gayle Lynds is the bestselling, award-winning author of several international espionage thrillers, including Masquerade, The Coil, and The Last Spymaster. A member of the Association for Intelligence Officers, she is cofounder (with David Morrell) of ITW (Internation...

-Titulo Original : Immoral A Novel (jonathan Stride, 1)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: In a riveting debut thriller, Brian Freemans Immoral weaves obsession, sex, and revenge into a story that grips the reader with vivid characters and shocking plot twists from the first page to the last.Lieutenant Jonathan Stride is suffering from an ugly case of deja vu. For the second time in a year, a beautiful teenage girl has disappeared off the streets of Duluth, Minnesota gone without a trace, like a bitter gust off Lake Superior. The two victims couldnt be more different. First it was Kerry McGrath, bubbly, sweet sixteen. And now Rachel Deese, strange, sexually charged, a wild child. The media hounds Stride to catch a serial killer, and as the search carries him from the icy stillness of the northern woods to the erotic heat of Las Vegas, he must decide which facts are real and which are illusions. And Stride finds his own life changed forever by the secrets he uncovers. Secrets that stretch across time in a web of lies, death, and illicit desire. Secrets that are chillingly…immoral. Review “In this compelling debut thriller, Freeman turns in a psychologically gripping, virtuoso performance, with a detective who is likely to return. He deftly lays bare the demons lurking in many of us while keeping us tantalized through a series of plot shifts. Highly recommended.” Library Journal (starred review)“Immoral is a slick and savvy offering and the best debut mystery in quite some time.” BookPage“[Immoral] may very well be one of the best debuts of 2005...a near pitch-perfect first novel that soars with believable characters, crisp dialogue and, for the most part, logical twists and turns...Jonathan Stride literally strides onto the page, flawed, complicated, and very appealing.” South Florida Sun-Sentinel“In one of the more thrilling debuts to come along in a while, Freeman takes the reader on a gloriously chilling ride through a world where nothing is as it seems.” New Mystery Reader magazine“With Stride, Freeman has created a world-weary detective with a strong moral compass and determination. Tightly written with a strong sense of place and character…a compelling read.” Dallas Morning News“Immoral is an excellent book, filled with a masterfully complex plot with twists that makes this into a real page-turner. Look for Immoral, and when you find it do not pass by it. Brian Freeman takes suspense writing to another level. You do not want to miss this book.” ReviewingTheEvidence “[B]e warned. In the manner of the finest thrillers, nothing is as it seems in Freemans devilish story of revenge and double-cross.” Orlando Sentinel“Breathtakingly real and utterly compelling, Immoral dishes up page-turning psychological suspense while treating us lucky readers to some of the most literate and stylish writing youll find anywhere today.” Jeffery Deaver, author of The Twelfth Card and Garden of Beasts“The writing is tough, muscular and shot through with such a sense of loss, torment, longing, torn innocence that its downright Celtic in its sorrow. Just as the reader and Stride figure to have the case wrapped, theres a sucker punch you never saw coming--and it hurts wonderfully. The novel is reminiscent of Lehane, of such works as Gone Baby Gone, and Sacred, when Lehane was writing this darkest, bruised, compassionate self. Freemans novel is one hell of a read, gut wrenching and moving, exciting and powerful. Any book that makes you want to fly to Vegas gets my bet. Stride on.” Ken Bruen, author of The Killing of the Tinkers“Who is Brian Freeman? This guy can tell a story. Immoral is a page-turner of the highest caliber. It has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the end.” Michael Connelly, author of The Closers From the Inside Flap Who is Brian Freeman? This guy can tell a story. Immoral is a page-turner of the highest caliber. It has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the end.--Michael Connelly, author of The Closers Breathtakingly ...

-Titulo Original : Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet (charley Davidson Series, 4)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Welcome to the world of grim reaper extraordinaire, Charley Davidson. Try as she might, theres no avoiding her destiny.Sometimes being the grim reaper really is, well, grim. And since Charleys last case went so awry, she has taken a couple of months off to wallow in the wonders of self-pity. But when a woman shows up on her doorstep convinced someone is trying to kill her, Charley has to force herself to rise above . . . or at least get dressed. It becomes clear something is amiss when everyone the woman knows swears shes insane. But the more they refute the womans story, the more Charley believes it.In the meantime, the sexy, sultry son of Satan, Reyes Farrow, is out of prison and out of Charleys life, as per her wishes and several perfectly timed death threats. But his absence has put a serious crimp in her sex life. While there are other things to consider, like the fact that the city of Albuquerque has been taken hostage by an arsonist, Charley is having a difficult time staying away. Especially when it looks like Reyes may be involved. Just when life was returning to normal, Charley is thrust back into the world of crime, punishment, and the devil in blue jeans in this hilarious fourth installment in the New York Times bestselling series from Darynda Jones. . Review Jones perfectly balances humor and suspense. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD Wickedly witty...will delight aficionados of humorous paranormals. -- Booklist (starred review) on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD Charley Davidson is one of the most fun characters I have had the privilege to read. She is witty, independent, and lives a little on the crazy side of life. -- Dark Faerie Tales on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD Absolutely amazing...a thrill ride from the very first page until the very last. -- Red Hot Books (5 stars) on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD A hilarious, wickedly sexy, action packed, mystery that will have you howling with laughter... A strong character driven series, this urban fantasy takes you on a crazy laugh filled adventure with strong emotional story lines, multiple subplots, charismatic characters, and witty dialogue. -- Smexy Books on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD Love! -- Oh My Books! (4 1/2 stars) on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD A barrel of laughs mixed with some intense action. Jones trademark humor makes this series a must read for urban fantasy readers who like a good laugh with their suspense. Jones gives readers some of the most entertaining characters to come along in a long while. -- Debbies Book Bag on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD Hilarious engrossing paranormal mysteries with absolutely no vampires or werewolves...with an easy-to-root-for herione. -- Quirky Girls Read (A) on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD From the Back Cover Better to see dead than be dead. --Charley Davidson , Grim Reaper Sometimes being the grim reaper really is that. Grim. And since Charleys last case went so awry, she has taken a couple months off to wallow in self-pity...until a woman, who may or may not be insane, shows up on her doorstep convinced someone is trying to kill her. Meantime, Satans son, the devilishly handsome Reyes Farrow, is out of prison--and finally out of Charleys life. But Reyess absence has put a serious crimp in her sex life. While Charley has a world of other matters to contend with, including a series of arson attacks throughout Albuquerque, she cant quite keep away from Reyes. Especially when it looks like he may be the arsonist. Where theres smoke theres fire...and just as her life seemed to be returning to normal, Charley is thrust back into the world of crime and punishment--and the devil in blue jeans. Everybody loves Charley! Smart, wickedly hilarious.--Publishers Weekly A true paranormal princess.--Night Owl Reviews ...and lets be honest--the sex is pretty hot.--Library Journal About the Author New York Times and USA Today bestselling autho...

-Titulo Original : Stuck Up! 100 Objects Inserted And Ingested In Places They Shouldn’t Be-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: A very funny collection of 100 X-ray images showing foreign objects ingested or inserted into human bodies, accidentally or on purpose.The human imagination truly knows no limits. Without it, there would be no great art, no advances in science and technology, and no extreme sports. Without it, wed also be deprived of the many insights into human nature that we get out of witnessing other people do shockingly imprudent things and then try to rationalize them. Stuck Up! capitalizes on this human capability of coming up with creative applications for everyday (and not-so everyday) items way beyond their designated uses, and features 100 X-ray images of foreign objects inserted into human bodies, accidentally or on purpose.It was a million-to-one shot, Doc.My hands were full.I fell.These and many other ludicrous excuses are what emergency room doctors hear every day from patients who check in with various items inserted where the sun dont shine, stuck in various orifices, or ingested in other ways.How exactly did that cell phone end up there? Was it on vibrate? And is the rectum truly the best place to store your bronzed baby shoes? It is at least somewhat understandable to find a rectal thermometer in its intended place, but how about your six-year-old daughters Barbie doll? Start browsing this hilarious collection of images - youll be surprised at the patients creativity and the medical information provided. And: Dont try this at home.… About the Author Rich Dreben, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist who has treated patients in multiple outpatient settings, the psychiatric emergency room, and jail psychiatry clinics. Dr. Dreben currently practices psychiatry in California. He is co-author of Stuck Up! 100 Objects Inserted and Ingested in Places They Shouldn’t Be. Murdoc Knight, M.D., is a board-certified emergency physician attending, working at multiple hospitals in Massachusetts. He holds degrees in biomedical engineering and medicine from the University of California. Marty A. Sindhian, M.D., is a board-certified adult psychiatrist who specializes in psychosomatic medicine and forensic psychiatry. He works and teaches in a hospital in California, while also having a small private practice...

-Titulo Original : The Dirt On Ninth Grave A Novel (charley Davidson Series, 9)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Grim Reaper Charley Davidson is back in the ninth installment of Darynda Jones New York Times bestselling paranormal series, The Dirt on Ninth Grave Charley Davidson is living in New York City as Jane Doe, a girl with no memory of who she is or where she came from. So when she begins to realize she can see dead people, she’s more than a bit taken aback. Strangers who enter the diner where she works seem to know things about her…Then she is confronted by a man who claims to have been sent to kill her. Sent by the darkest force in the universe. An enemy that will not stop until she is dead. Thankfully, she has a Rottweiler. And the diner’s devastatingly handsome fry cook, who vows to protect her even though he seems to be lying with every breath he takes. But in the face of such grave danger, who can Jane/Charley/whoever she is trust? She will find the truth even if it kills her…or the fry cook. Either way… About the Author New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Darynda Jones has won numerous awards for her work, including a prestigious RITA, a Golden Heart, and a Daphne du Maurier, and her books have been translated into 17 languages. As a born storyteller, Darynda grew up spinning tales of dashing damsels and heroes in distress for any unfortunate soul who happened by, certain they went away the better for it. She penned the international bestselling Charley Davidson series and is currently working on several beloved projects, most notably the Sunshine Vicram Mystery Series with St. Martins Press and the Betwixt and Between Series of paranormal womens fiction. She lives in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico, with her husband and two beautiful sons, the Mighty, Mighty Jones Boys...

-Titulo Original : Shadow Zone A Novel-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: The #1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen teams up once again with her Edgar award-winning son Roy to bring us a new heart-pounding thriller involving the search for a mysterious Atlantean city In Shadow Zone, while mapping the ancient underwater city of Marinth in the Atlantic Ocean, submersible designer Hannah Bryson makes a shocking discovery: she may have finally uncovered the truth about the once-glorious citys mysterious demise. Long ago it was a thriving metropolis bursting with culture and life Marinths sudden disappearance has plagued scientists for years. But now, with her unexpected new findings, Hannah realizes that the ancient citys explosive secret could have dire consequences for the modern-day world. But Hannah isnt the only one who realizes it. When her key artifact is hijacked en route to a research lab, she is thrust into an adventure in which she must match wits against a terrifying enemy who will kill anyone who stands in his way. And when Hannah becomes his target, she knows that her best hope for survival lies with Kirov, a mysterious and deadly man from her past. Together they will race to unravel Marinths last great secret in order to prevent a catastrophe of global proportions. Before the lethal game is over, however, Hannah will realize that no one is above suspicion. Review “A fast-paced romantic thriller...action fans should be satisfied.” Publishers Weekly on Storm Cycle“A pulse-pounding adventure intricate enough to satisfy tech-savvy geeks and hard-core adrenaline Junkies alike.” Booklist on Storm Cycle“Enormously exciting...escapist thrills of the highest order.” RT Book club on Storm Cycle“With the authors trademark research, fast-paced action, and charismatic characters, Storm Cycle will blow you away.” The Oklahoman on Storm Cycle“Breathtaking.” Star-News (Wilmington, NC) on Storm Cycle“Bestseller Johansen and her Edgar-winning son, Roy, collaborate on their first thriller with entertaining results.” Publishers Weekly on Silent Thunder“Gripping.” Booklist on Silent Thunder“[In Silent Thunder]...youll be rewarded with a bumpy roller-coaster ride as you try to separate the good guys from the bad.” Rocky Mountain News on Silent Thunder“Talent obviously runs in the Johansen family...The duo has no difficulty weaving in fascinating technical details with the explosive action of this nonstop stunner.” Romantic Times BOOKreviews on Silent Thunder“Silent Thunder [is] another grab-you-by-the-throat dash that pulled me along on a frantic chase for a deadly puzzle piece.” BlogCritics magazine on Silent Thunder“...a smart and exciting thriller...” Ellenville Journal on Silent Thunder“...an action-packed book about the search for a hidden treasure.” Treasure Coast Newspaper on Silent Thunder“Ms. Johansen and Mr. Johansen have put together a captivating tale of thrilling suspense...It was a real edge of your seat page turner.” Night Owl Romance on Silent Thunder“Silent Thunder is an intelligent and riveting espionage thriller, peopled with mysterious characters, and a first-class narrative.” ReadertoReader on Silent Thunder“Silent Thunder is very much a suspense-filled, exciting thriller...” Romance Reviews Today on Silent Thunder From the Back Cover Deep below the Atlantic Ocean, guarded by hundreds of dolphins, lie the astonishing remains of an Atlantis-like lost city called Marinth. Its disappearance has confounded scientists for years--until now. Marine architect Hannah Bryson has unearthed a legendary artifact that might hold the key to unlocking the citys long-buried secrets. But Hannahs discovery could have dire consequences for the modern-day world--and there are some people who will do anything to keep the truth about Marinth hidden... an adrenalin-acceleratingtale of a high-stakes, high-seas conspiracy.--Booklist When the artifact is hijacked, Hannah stands alone between a power-hungry enemy and wides...

-Titulo Original : The Unexpected Guest-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time with her works outsold only by Shakespeare and the Bible. She is regarded by generations of fans as the greatest mystery writer ever, and her novels are read and cherished the world over.Clarissa, the young wife of a Foreign Office Diplomat, delights in tweaking the sensibilities of her more serious friends and for playing a game she calls supposing - imagining a difficult situation and figuring out how people would respond. But Clarissas lighthearted game becomes deadly serious when she discovers the dead body of an unknown person in her own drawing room. If that wasnt bad enough, her husband is on the way home with an important foreign politician and the attendant scandal of the dead body would irrevocably damage his career at the very least. Therefore, Clarissa decides to dispose of the body and persuades her three houseguests to help. But before she can get the body off the premises, a policeman arrives at her front door. The police received an anonymous tip about a murder in the house and have shown up to investigate. Now Clarissa must keep the body hidden, convince the skeptical police inspector that there has been no murder, and, in the meantime, find out who has been murdered, why, and what the body is doing in her house. Review Christie cleverly shifts suspicion and parcels out new facts and perspectives in marvelous fashion, proving ingeniously that the obvious isnt always obvious. - Publishers WeeklyOsborne...manages a few surprises worthy of his master. - Kirkus Reviews About the Author Agatha Christie is the best-selling author of all time. She wrote eighty crime novels and story collections, fourteen plays, and several other books. Her books have sold roughly four billion copies and have been translated into 45 languages. She is the creator of the two most enduring figures in crime literature-Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple-and author of The Mousetrap, the longest-running play in the history of modern theatre. Christie was born in Torquay, Devon in 1890. She died in 1976 in Wallingford, Oxfordshire. Charles Osborne has an MA in German and has lectured at colleges in Athens and Prague. For many years he has translated for film and television companies in Germany and Austria...

-Titulo Original : 50 Successful Harvard Application Essays, 5th Edition What Worked For Them Can Help You Get Into The College Of Your Choice-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: About the Author The Harvard Crimson is the daily newspaper of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Its staff consists of three hundred students, and it is the nations oldest continually operating daily newspaper. Fifty all-new essays that got their authors into Harvard - with updated statistics, analysis, and complete student profiles - showing what worked, what didn’t, and how you can do it, too.With talented applicants coming from top high schools as well as the pressure to succeed from family and friends, it’s no wonder that writing college application essays is one of the most stressful tasks high schoolers face. To help, this completely new edition of 50 Successful Harvard Application Essays, edited by the staff of the Harvard Crimson, gives readers the most inspiring approaches, both conventional and creative, that won over admissions officers at Harvard University, the nation’s top-ranked college. From chronicling personal achievements to detailing unique talents, the topics covered in these essays open applicants up to new techniques to put their best foot forward. It teaches students how to: - Get started- Stand out- Structure the best possible essay- Avoid common pitfallsEach essay in this collection is from a Harvard student who made the cut, is accompanied by a student profile that includes SAT scores and grades, and is followed by a detailed analysis by the staff of the Harvard Crimson that shows readers how they can approach their own stories and ultimately write their own high-caliber essay. 50 Successful Harvard Application Essays’ all-new examples and straightforward advice make it the first stop for college applicants who are looking to craft essays that get them accepted to the school of their dreams...

-Titulo Original : 50 Successful Harvard Application Essays, Third Edition-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Where to Begin?With an ever-growing pool of talented and diverse college applicants coming from the top high schools in the country and beyond, students everywhere are feeling the pressure to craft application essays that are clear, passionate, and, above all else, persuasive. No easy task.Examples that InspireTo help, this completely new edition of 50 Successful Harvard Application Essays showcases the exact approaches, both conventional and creative, that won over admissions officers at Harvard University, the nations top-ranked college. From chronicling personal achievements to detailing unique talents, the variety of topics covered within these essays opens applicants up to new possibilities and showcases the best techniques to help them tell their stories most effectively. Each essay in this collection was used by a Harvard student and is followed by analysis by the staff of The Harvard Crimson, where the essay is taken apart and its strengths and weakness are detailed to show readers how they can write their own winning essay.Strategies that Succeed50 Successful Harvard Application Essays tested approaches and straightforward advice make it the best resource for applicants who are looking for the insiders knowledge to get accepted to the school of their dreams. About the Author THE HARVARD CRIMSON has been the daily newspaper of Harvard University since 1873. It is the nations oldest continually operating daily college newspaper. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. I. INTRODUCTION: THE ADMISSIONS ESSAYWriting a college admissions essay is an admittedly daunting task. Most likely, you have been repeatedly told that these five hundred painstakingly crafted words must complete the intimidating mission of distinguishing yourself from the legions of other college applicants, in order to leave your own personalized mark on the admissions officers. You’ve probably been reminded that your essay should strike a balance between being compelling and insightful, but not too contrived. You’ve likely heard varying accounts of how important the admissions essay actually is: from those who swear by their writing and predict that this little essay steered them clear of the rejection pile; to others who humbly say they were probably accepted in spite of their essay. With all the academic and extracurricular work that consumes what spare time you have outside of the application process, it’s almost certain that college essays aren’t what you’d like to be worrying about on your weekends.At the same time, the admissions essay can be a boon to your application if approached carefully. Each year, college admissions rates plunge as the number of applicants grows, and the size of resumes and activities lists expands. For applicants to competitive universities and Ivy League schools, having a top grade point average (GPA) along with sporting and musical prowess may not guarantee admission. The personal statement, however, is a blank slate that allows you to share and emphasize the qualities that make you stand out. It permits you to make a creative, distinctive, and even emotional appeal directly to the admissions officers. In a process dominated by test scores and statistics, the admissions essay provides a much-needed human touch. But where do you even start to find ideas for the essay, let alone write?That’s what we’re here to help you do: navigate the confusing advice and vague guidance that pervades the current essay-writing process. We’ve provided you ten tips for writing a standout admissions essay, and we’ve included fifty real essays written by students who were ultimately accepted to Harvard College-with the expectation that these will give you a clearer sense of what works and what doesn’t. As fellow students who have been through the college application process, we understand the questions and concerns that essay-writers often face, and in this book, we seek to pro...

-Titulo Original : Eleanor & Park-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Review An Amazon Best Book of the Month, March 2013: While Eleanor & Park is technically classified as YA lit and has a cutesy cover, don’t let the stigma of “books for teens” fool or deter you. It is written about teens, sure, but the themes are so universal that anyone who survived high school will relate to the lives of the two protagonists. Eleanor is the new girl in town and her wild red hair and patchwork outfits are not helping her blend in. She ends up sitting next to Park on the bus, whose tendencies towards comic books don’t jibe with the rest of his family’s love of sports. They sit in awkward silence every day until Park notices that Eleanor is reading his comics over his shoulder; he begins to slide them closer to her side of the seat and thus begins their love story. Their relationship grows gradually--making each other mixed tapes (it is 1986 after all) and discussing X-Men characters--until they both find themselves looking forward to the bus ride more than any other part of the day. Things aren’t easy: Eleanor is bullied at school and then goes home to a threatening family situation; Park’s parents do not approve of Eleanor’s awkward ways. Ultimately, though, this is a book about two people who just really, really like each other and who believe that they can overcome any obstacle standing in the way of their happiness. It’s a gem of a book. --Caley Anderson #1 New York Times Best Seller!Eleanor & Park reminded me not just what its like to be young and in love with a girl, but also what its like to be young and in love with a book.-John Green, The New York Times Book ReviewBono met his wife in high school, Park says.So did Jerry Lee Lewis, Eleanor answers.Im not kidding, he says.You should be, she says, were 16.What about Romeo and Juliet?Shallow, confused, then dead.I love you, Park says.Wherefore art thou, Eleanor answers.Im not kidding, he says.You should be.Set over the course of one school year in 1986, this is the story of two star-crossed misfits-smart enough to know that first love almost never lasts, but brave and desperate enough to try. When Eleanor meets Park, youll remember your own first love-and just how hard it pulled you under. A New York Times Best Seller!A 2014 Michael L. Printz Honor Book for Excellence in Young Adult LiteratureEleanor & Park is the winner of the 2013 Boston Globe Horn Book Award for Best Fiction Book. A Publishers Weekly Best Childrens Book of 2013 A New York Times Book Review Notable Childrens Book of 2013A Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of 2013An NPR Best Book of 2013 From Booklist *Starred Review* Right from the start of this tender debut, readers can almost hear the clock winding down on Eleanor and Park. After a less than auspicious start, the pair quietly builds a relationship while riding the bus to school every day, wordlessly sharing comics and eventually music on the commute. Their worlds couldn’t be more different. Park’s family is idyllic: his Vietnam vet father and Korean immigrant mother are genuinely loving. Meanwhile, Eleanor and her younger siblings live in poverty under the constant threat of Richie, their abusive and controlling stepfather, while their mother inexplicably caters to his whims. The couple’s personal battles are also dark mirror images. Park struggles with the realities of falling for the school outcast; in one of the more subtle explorations of race and the other in recent YA fiction, he clashes with his father over the definition of manhood. Eleanor’s fight is much more external, learning to trust her feelings about Park and navigating the sexual threat in Richie’s watchful gaze. In rapidly alternating narrative voices, Eleanor and Park try to express their all-consuming love. You make me feel like a cannibal, Eleanor says. The pure, fear-laced, yet steadily maturing relationship they develop is urgent, moving, and, of course, heartbreaking, too. Grades 9-12. --Courtney Jon...

-Titulo Original : The Making Of A Navy Seal My Story Of Surviving The Toughest Challenge And Training The Best-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: About the Author BRANDON WEBBis a former U.S. Navy SEAL; his last assignment with the SEALs was Course Manager for the elite SEAL Sniper Course, where he was instrumental in developing new curricula that trained some of the most accomplished snipers of the twenty-first century. Webb has received numerous distinguished service awards, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the Navy Commendation Medal with a “V” for “Valor,” for his platoon’s deployment to Afghanistan following the September 11 attacks. He is editor for Military ’s blog Kit Up, SOFREP’s Editor in Chief, and a frequent national media commentator on snipers and related Special Operations Forces military issues.JOHN DAVID MANN, who collaborated with Brandon Webb in writing The Red Circle,is an award-winning author whose titles include the New York Times bestseller Flash Foresight and the international bestseller The Go-Giver. BEFORE HE COULD FORGE A BAND OF ELITE WARRIORS... HE HAD TO BECOME ONE HIMSELF.Adapted from Webbs Adult Bestseller The Red Circle for a Young Adult AudienceBrandon Webbs experiences in the worlds most elite sniper corps are the stuff of legend. From his grueling years of training in Naval Special Operations to his combat tours in the Persian Gulf and Afghanistan, The Making of a Navy SEAL provides a rare and riveting look at the inner workings of the U.S. military through the eyes of a covert operations specialist.Yet it is Webbs distinguished second career as a lead instructor for the shadowy sniper cell and Course Manager of the Navy SEAL Sniper Program that trained some of Americas finest and deadliest warriors-including Marcus Luttrell and Chris Kyle-that makes his story so compelling. Luttrell credits Webbs training with his own survival during the ill-fated 2005 Operation Redwing in Afghanistan. Kyle went on to become the U.S. militarys top marksman, with more than 150 confirmed kills.From a candid chronicle of his student days, going through the sniper course himself, to his hair-raising close calls with Taliban and al Qaeda forces in the northern Afghanistan wilderness, to his vivid account of designing new sniper standards and training some of the most accomplished snipers of the twenty-first century, Webb provides a rare look at the making of the Special Operations warriors who are at the forefront of todays military.Explosive, revealing, and intelligent, The Making of a Navy SEAL provides a uniquely personal glimpse into one of the most challenging and secretive military training courses in the world. Review “Grades 7-10. A fast-paced autobiography of a young man who would eventually become a U.S. Navy SEAL. . . . This engaging narrative is informative and will speak to teens. VERDICT: A fine choice for memoir collections.” School Library Journal“Webb’s story makes for a breathless read for the many who will never encounter anything remotely as mentally and physically challenging as the endless training exercises to make it into the SEAL teams.” Booklist“What you’re about to read is not just the making of a Navy SEAL sniper, but the story of one guy who went on to help shape the lives of hundreds of elite special forces warriors. Brandon has a great story to tell, and it is living proof that you can achieve anything you put your mind to.” Marcus Luttrell, Navy SEAL and bestselling author of Lone Survivor“Brandons story hits center mass! If you want to know what makes up the DNA of a Navy SEAL and have a behind-the-scenes look at the best sniper program in the world, then hold 1 right for wind and read The Red Circle.” Chris Kyle, USN (Ret.), SEAL Team 3 Chief and bestselling author of American Sniper“An impressive and well-written account of the most elite snipers in the world. Webb recounts with heartfelt and vivid description the training, trials, and heartache that are all costs of choosing this lifestyle. Like all true warriors, he does no chest thumping, but ...

-Titulo Original : Crystal Kingdom The Kanin Chronicles (from The World Of The Trylle) (the Kanin Chronicles, 3)-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: Cast out by her kingdom and far from home, shes the Kanin peoples only hope.Bryn Aven-unjustly charged with murder and treason-is on the run. The one person who can help is her greatest enemy, the gorgeous and enigmatic Konstantin Black. Konstantin is her only ally against those who have taken over her kingdom and threaten to destroy everything she holds dear. But can she trust him?As Bryn fights to clear her name, the Kanin rulers darkest secrets are coming to light... and now the entire troll world is on the brink of war. Will it tear Bryn from Ridley Dresden, the only guy shes ever loved? And can she join forces with Finn Holms and the Trylle kingdom? Nothing is as it seems, but one thing is certain: an epic battle is underway-and when its complete, nothing will ever be the same... From School Library Journal Gr 9 Up-The authors spin-off trilogy of her Trylle (St. Martins Griffin) series come to an explosive end. As Bryn fights to clear her name and restore her rule in the kingdom, she must also choose between the love of the dangerous Konstantin or that of the steadfast Ridley. Hockings paranomal romance expertise shines through. Review “Amanda Hocking always has interesting, intense and beautiful storylines. This trilogy is a must-read for people looking for something a bit different. We have a beautiful heroine ... and trolls! Trylle fans will also love the crossover of their favorite characters and seeing them interact with Bryn. All in all, Bryns story is engrossing and will keep readers clutching their books and e-readers.” USA Today “Hocking is a paranormal YA favorite, and her latest does not disappoint. Readers will feel transported by this beautifully written story. Theres adventure, heart and thrills. Protagonist Bryn is filled with such power and determination, she will do whatever it takes to follow her dreams -- and her heart. Hockings latest will have no trouble keeping the rapt attention of thrill-seekers and romantics alike.” RT Bookreviews on The Kanin Chronicles“Returning to the troll world of her Trylle trilogy, Hocking explores another tribe of trolls in this first book in the Kanin Chronicles. The novels lingering questions and the authors knack for cliffhangers are reason enough to anticipate the next installment.” Publishers Weekly on The Kanin Chronicles“With a thrilling climax and a haunting resolution, Frostfire brings us back to the world of the Trylle with a bang. Fans of Hockings previous titles wont want to miss it. Although the exposition initially bogged it down, the story soon took off, leading us to one of Hockings best resolutions yet. I cant wait to see where Bryns story takes us next!” The Teen Bookworm on Frostfire“Drawn in from the first page, this was an exciting, action packed story with intriguing characters and an extremely enjoyable plot. If youre after a great read, be sure to pick this up.” Head Stuck in a Book on The Kanin Chronicles“Frostfire had everything ... it just drew me in, and I didnt want to put it down! If you read the Trylle series, I recommend that you read this too. I think Frostfire is even more spectacular. Amanda Hocking just keeps getting better and better!” Watcha Reading on Frostfire“A must read… now I have to run out and buy the Trylle trilogy as well!” Jump into Books on Frostfire“For those who love a great trilogy, theres a new one on the horizon...Frostfire is a great first installment of the Kanin Chronicles. I eagerly await the next book in the series.” Sukasa Reads on The Kanin Chronicles“Liaisons, battles, close escapes, and sudden changes in allegiances keep the plot moving forward at a breakneck pace familiar enough to fans that they will be genuinely sorry to see this trilogy end.” Booklist About the Author Amanda Hocking is a lifelong Minnesotan obsessed with Batman and Jim Henson. In between watching cooking shows, taking care of her small menagerie of p...

-Titulo Original : Eleanor & Park Exclusive Special Edition-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: About the Author RAINBOW ROWELL lives in Omaha, Nebraska, with her family. Shes the author of the Simon Snow Trilogy (Carry On,Wayward Son, Any Way the Wind Blows), Landline, Fangirl, Eleanor & Park, and Attachments. Limited collector’s edition of Eleanor & Park features a new jacket, an exclusive Q&A with author Rainbow Rowell, and several stunning pieces of fan art.#1 New York Times Best Seller!Eleanor & Park reminded me not just what its like to be young and in love with a girl, but also what its like to be young and in love with a book.-John Green, The New York Times Book ReviewBono met his wife in high school, Park says.So did Jerry Lee Lewis, Eleanor answers.Im not kidding, he says.You should be, she says, were 16.What about Romeo and Juliet?Shallow, confused, then dead.I love you, Park says.Wherefore art thou, Eleanor answers.Im not kidding, he says.You should be.Set over the course of one school year in 1986, this is the story of two star-crossed misfits-smart enough to know that first love almost never lasts, but brave and desperate enough to try. When Eleanor meets Park, youll remember your own first love-and just how hard it pulled you under. A New York Times Best Seller!A 2014 Michael L. Printz Honor Book for Excellence in Young Adult LiteratureEleanor & Park is the winner of the 2013 Boston Globe Horn Book Award for Best Fiction Book. A Publishers Weekly Best Childrens Book of 2013 A New York Times Book Review Notable Childrens Book of 2013A Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of 2013An NPR Best Book of 2013 Review “Funny, hopeful, foulmouthed, sexy, and tear-jerking, this winning romance will captivate teen and adult readers alike.” Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Rowell keeps things surprising, and the solution maintains the novels delicate balance of light and dark.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)“The pure, fear-laced, yet steadily maturing relationship Eleanor and Park develop is urgent and breathtaking and, of course, heartbreaking, too.” Booklist (starred review)“An honest, heart-wrenching portrayal of imperfect but unforgettable love.” The Horn Book (winner of The Horn Book Award for fiction)“Eleanor & Park is a breathless, achingly good read about love and outsiders.” Stephanie Perkins, New York Times bestselling author of Anna and the French Kiss and Lola and the Boy Next Door“Sweet, gritty, and affecting . . . Rainbow Rowell has written an unforgettable story about two misfits in love. This debut will find its way into your heart and stay there.” Courtney Summers, author of This Is Not a Test and Cracked Up to Be“In her rare and surprising exploration of young misfit love, Rowell shows us the beauty in the broken.” Stewart Lewis, author of You Have Seven Messages“Eleanor & Park reminded me not just what its like to be young and in love with a girl, but also what its like to be young and in love with a book.” John Green, The New York Times Book Review“Rowells writing swings from profane to profound, but its always real and always raw.” Petra Mayer for NPR Book...

-Titulo Original : Mind Over Weight Curb Cravings, Find Motivation, And Hit Your Number In 7 Simple Steps-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: About the Author Ian K. Smith, M.D. is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Fast Burn!, The Clean 20, SHRED, The Fat Smash Diet, and many other books. He has created two national health initiatives the 50 Million Pound Challenge and the Makeover Mile and served two terms on the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition. A graduate of Harvard, Columbia, and the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Medicine, Smith is an avid fitness enthusiast and sportsman. Get your mind in the right place and improve your life with words of guidance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Ian K. Smith, M.D, to use during any weight loss journey!There are loads of diet plans out there, but most ignore something every bit as crucial for weight loss as what you eat, when you eat, and how much you exercise: what goes on between your ears. Mind over Weight will help you win the battle that begins when you decide you want to improve your health and shed pounds and inches. With calm and the expert guidance that comes from years of helping others lose weight, Ian Smith’s Mind over Weight distills the secrets of setting a plan, sticking to that plan, and banishing the doubts and weariness that can come along with a transformative personal improvement project. You’ll learn to unlock your motivation, set goals, choose the right plan for you (hint: it may not be the one that “everybody else” is doing), crush cravings, stay confident, and make your environment work with your goals instead of against them. You’ll turn to Mind over Weight again and again as your body changes size and shape. By the end of your journey with this book, you will have not only changed your body, but your relationship with weight and food, forever...

-Titulo Original : Clean(ish) Eat (mostly) Clean, Live (mainly) Clean, And Unlock Your Bodys Natural Ability To Self-clean-Fabricante : St. Martins Griffin-Descripcion Original: About the Author Gin Stephens, the New York Times bestselling author of Fast. Feast. Repeat. and Delay, Don’t Deny, has been living the intermittent fasting (IF) lifestyle since 2014. Since then, she’s lost over eighty pounds and launched her IF website, four online support groups, four self-published books, and two top-ranked podcasts Intermittent Fasting Stories and The Intermittent Fasting Podcast. A graduate of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition’s Health Coach Training Program (2019), she also earned a Doctor of Education degree in Gifted and Talented Education (2009), a Masters degree in Natural Sciences (1997), and a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education (1990). She taught elementary school for twenty-eight years, and has worked with adult learners in a number of settings. She splits her time between Augusta, Georgia and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she lives with her husband and their four cats. Gin is also a mother to two adult sons. Clean(ish) leads readers to a focus on real foods and a healthier home environment free of obvious toxins, without fixating on perfection. By living clean(ish), our bodies’ natural processes become streamlined and more effective, while we enjoy a vibrant life.In Gin Stephenss New York Times bestseller Fast. Feast. Repeat., she showed you how to fast (completely) clean as part of an intermittent fasting lifestyle. Now, whether you’re an intermittent faster or not, Gin shows you how to become clean(ish) where it counts: you’ll learn how to shift your choices so you’re not burdening your body with a bucket of chemicals, additives, and obesogens it wasn’t designed to handle. Instead of aiming for perfection (which is impossible) or changing everything at once (which is hard, and rarely leads to lasting results), you’ll cut through the confusion, lose the fear, and embrace the freedom that comes from becoming clean(ish). As you learn how to lower your toxic load through small changes, smart swaps, and simple solutions, you’ll evolve simply and naturally toward a clean(ish) lifestyle that works for your body and your life...