-Titulo Original : Death Around The Bend (a Lady Hardcastle Mystery, 3)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: September 1909, and Lady Hardcastle and her maid, Florence, have been invited to Lord Riddlethorpe’s country estate for a week of motor racing and parties. They both agree that it sounds like a perfectly charming holiday. But when one of the drivers dies in a crash during the very first race, they discover that what seemed like an uncharacteristic error in judgement may have a more sinister explanation… Closer investigation reveals that the driver’s car was sabotaged and the driver murdered. The local constabulary are quick to dismiss the case, but Flo and Lady Hardcastle are determined to find out just who has committed this dastardly act, and why. As the pair begin to make enquiries of Lord Riddlethorpe’s servants and guests, it seems that, below stairs and above, there is more to this case than meets the eye. And, even in the quiet of the countryside, death is always just around the bend. About the Author T E Kinsey grew up in London and read history at Bristol University. He worked for a number of years as a magazine features writer before falling into the glamorous world of the Internet, where he edited content for a very famous entertainment website for quite a few years more. After helping to raise three children, learning to scuba dive and to play the drums and the mandolin (though never, disappointingly, all at the same time), he decided the time was right to get back to writing. Death Around the Bend is the third in a series of mysteries starring Lady Hardcastle. You can follow him on Twitter @tekinsey and also find him on : /tekinsey...

-Titulo Original : Interference-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: “Readers will fully engage with the well-drawn characters as Parks convincingly reveals the science that buttresses the suspenseful plot. Michael Crichton fans won’t want to miss this one.” Publishers Weekly (starred review) From international bestselling author Brad Parks comes an emotional, heart-pounding thriller that explores the scientific unknown and one woman’s efforts to save her husband from its consequences. Quantum physicist Matt Bronik is suffering from strange, violent seizures that medical science seems powerless to explain much to the consternation of his wife, Brigid. Matt doesn’t think these fits could be related to his research, which he has always described as benign and esoteric. That, it turns out, is not quite true: Matt has been prodding the mysteries of the quantum universe, with terrible repercussions for his health. And perhaps even for humanity as a whole. Then, in the midst of another seizure, Matt disappears. When foul play is feared, there is no shortage of suspects. Matt’s research had gained the attention of Chinese competitors, an unscrupulous billionaire, and the Department of Defense, among others. With Matt’s life in clear danger, Brigid sets out to find him. Will Matt be killed before she reaches him, or could the physics that endangered him actually be used to save his life? Review “Readers will fully engage with the well-drawn characters as Parks convincingly reveals the science that buttresses the suspenseful plot.” -Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A twisty tale…Parks’ suspenseful novel will beguile, entrance, and fool the sharpest readers.” -Kirkus Reviews “The mix of science and heart-pounding thrills will have you on the edge of your seat.” -Medium “Parks is an award-winning novelist with an admitted amateur interest in physics and the talent to craft page-turners. In Interference he takes science out of central casting to fuel an espionage-abduction-virus story that fans of Michael Crichton and Lee Child will ride to the end.” -Mountain Times “Parks, better known for character-driven mysteries, ventures into Michael Crichton and Blake Crouch territory with a procedural thriller with an SF edge and a ton of heart that leads to an explosive (and emotional) finale.” -Library Journal “To be pleasurably bamboozled, try this nifty scientific thriller…” -The Washington Post “Brad Parks has written a mystery, Interference, that is filled with delightful characters and an intriguing plot line that twists and puzzles with rousing energy.” -The Virginia Gazette “A cutting-edge stunner…that reminded me of Michael Crichton in all the right ways…It’s been awhile since I read a book that checked all the technological boxes, while telling a great story.” -Providence Journal “Parks shapes the narrative with fast turns and switchbacks that lead readers to second guess what they think they know about the characters…It all leads to a finale that’s both thrilling and heartfelt, and a good reason to trust the science of Parks’ fine storytelling.” -New York Journal of Books “This is a mystery thriller you won’t want to miss.” -The Virginia Gazette “A smart, innovative thriller that evokes the best of Michael Crichton and Blake Crouch. Parks proposes the seemingly improbable, makes it plausible, then weaves in twists and turns, taking the reader on a mind-bending ride.” -Robert Dugoni, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon bestselling author of the Tracy Crosswhite series “Interference brings all the right ingredients to a novel! Brad Parks has created a story with a fascinating plot line and great characters-an up-all-night page-turner. I loved it!” -Heather Graham, New York Times bestselling author “Utterly absorbing, relentlessly paced, and cunningly assembled. Brad Parks is the sort of master craftsman who makes everything look easy. I hate him a little bit.” -Marcus Sakey, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Afterlife About the Author...

-Titulo Original : The Burning Issue Of The Day (a Lady Hardcastle Mystery, 5)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: January 1910. A journalist has been killed in a suspicious blaze. Everything points to a group of suffragettes, but the apparent culprit insists she is innocent. When Lady Hardcastle receives a letter from a suffragette requesting her urgent help, the retired spy turned sleuth knows only she stands between an accused young woman and the gallows. Evidence at the scene makes Lizzie Worrel’s innocence difficult to believe, and with the police treating it as an open-and-shut case of arson, Lady Hardcastle faces a barrage of resistance as she tries to dig out the truth. With her trusted maid and confidante, the formidable Flo, Lady Hardcastle sets off in pursuit of the truth as time runs out for the accused suffragette. Was she set up? And if so, is the real culprit a traitor to the cause or part of a darker conspiracy? About the Author T E Kinsey grew up in London and read history at Bristol University. He worked for a number of years as a magazine features writer before falling into the glamorous world of the Internet, where he edited content for a very famous entertainment website for quite a few years more. After helping to raise three children, learning to scuba dive and to play the drums and the mandolin (though never, disappointingly, all at the same time), he decided the time was right to get back to writing. The Burning Issue of the Day is the fifth story in a series of mysteries starring Lady Hardcastle...

-Titulo Original : Winner Take All (previously Published As Rain Storm And Choke Point) (a John Rain Novel)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: Previously published as Rain Storm and Choke Point John Rain has disappeared in Brazil to escape the killing business and the enemies encircling him in Japan. But the CIA isn’t willing to lose its premier “natural causes” contract killer, and they force Rain to take on a high-risk assignment: eliminate a ruthless arms dealer operating in Southeast Asia. The upside? Financial, of course, along with the possibility of moral redemption. But first, Rain will have to survive the downside: a second assassin zeroing in on the target; an alluring and dangerous woman with an agenda of her own; the possibility that the entire mission is nothing but an elaborate setup. From the gorgeous beaches of Rio to the glitzy casinos of Macau to the gritty back streets of Hong Kong and Kowloon, Rain becomes a reluctant player in an international game far deadlier and more insidious than any he has encountered before. Winner Take All was previously published as Rain Storm in the US and Choke Point in the UK, the third in the bestselling John Rain assassin series. From Publishers Weekly Eisler adds a fine new entry to his standout series starring freelance assassin John Rain, who tracks quarry across the Asian capitals of the Pacific Rim. In the third installment (following last years Hard Rain), Rain is lured out of self-imposed exile in Brazil, where he had hoped to find shelter from the killing business, when his old employer, the CIA, dangles $200,000 his way for the elimination of an Arab arms supplier known only as Belghazi. Rain takes the job, promising himself it will be his last, and travels to Macao, a Portuguese peninsula and islands off the coast of China, to begin tracking Belghazi. But Rain, a meticulous hit man equipped with all the latest gadgetry, hardly hits town before he discovers that not only is another assassin stalking Belghazi but somebody is stalking Rain himself. Rain, who specializes in fatal neck-snapping wrestling holds, makes quick work of all the intruders, but Belghazi, aided by a beautiful woman named Delilah (who knows a lot about killing too), eludes him. The action shifts back and forth between Macao, Hong Kong and Tokyo, each setting rendered in intimately warm detail, before catapulting to a chilling finale in which Rain narrowly escapes bleeding to death on a shipping dock. Along the way, the usually detached hero shows a new dimension-the possible seeds of a fascinating friendship with a fellow hit man, a life-of-the-party type named Dox. The two complement each other like black and white. Yet what truly sets Eislers series apart is its near total absence of formula and stereotype. Rain is a wholly original, cliche-free character operating in a world created only for him, serving as both his folly and his foil. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. From Booklist John Rain, the Japanese American assassin for the U.S. government, is back. Currently living in Brazil in an attempt to retire from the business of killing, he is approached by his former masters, the CIA, who need him to do one more thing for them: take out an arms dealer who is equipping criminal organizations in Southeast Asia. As always, theres a fly (or two) in the ointment, namely, a second assassin gunning for Rains target and the targets beautiful companion, who seems to have a program of her own. Can Rain navigate the labyrinth of deception and double-dealing and carry out his mission? This is the third Rain novel, after Rain Fall (2002) and Hard Rain (2003), and it nicely develops the character of John Rain, adding a few more layers of mystery and motivation. Eislers storytelling skills, too, are developing as he becomes more familiar with his character and the world he lives in. The Rain series keeps on getting better. For espionage fans who favor adventure over ambiguity. David Pitt Copyright © American Library Association. A...

-Titulo Original : Last One To Lie-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: Moving to a new city was supposed to be a fresh start for her family. Now it’s a nightmare. Her little girl was supposed to be at day care when Kelsey arrived to pick her up. But they have no record of her daughter ever being there. And to make matters worse, her husband is missing too he won’t pick up his phone, and the school he supposedly works at says he never accepted their job offer. Detective Paul Ryan knows something’s up with Kelsey’s story. Kelsey’s husband might be involved in their daughter’s disappearance, but the deeper the detective digs, the more inconsistencies he finds. As Detective Ryan tries to uncover the truth, what he finds are more deeply buried secrets that someone clearly never wanted found. About the Author J. M. Winchester is the dark alter ego of an author who usually writes happily ever afters. Her fascination with the workings of an evil mind compelled her to start writing psychological thrillers, and All the Lovely Pieces is her debut novel in this genre. Originally from the east coast of Canada, she now lives in Alberta with her husband and son. She is a member of Romance Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, and the Film and Video Arts Society of Alberta. More information can be found on her website at authorjmwinchester ...

-Titulo Original : The Quartet Murders (a Yorkshire Murder Mystery, 2)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: A priceless violin. And a dark secret someone is prepared to kill for. Revised edition: This edition of The Quartet Murders includes editorial revisions. DCI Oldroyd has seen his fair share of victims, but he has never witnessed a murder until now. When world-famous violinist Hans Muller is shot and killed during a concert, the detective is faced with a case beyond logic. The culprit is nowhere to be found and the victim’s priceless violin has disappeared too. As Oldroyd investigates the mystery of the murderer’s identity and the motive for the killing, he enters the ruthless world of wealthy instrument collectors and stumbles upon a dark path where shocking secrets have been buried in the past. But the secrets will soon take centre stage. Oldroyd must use all his cunning to recover the priceless instrument. But can he also solve the mystery of a murderer who vanished in front of his own eyes? About the Author John R. Ellis has lived in Yorkshire for most of his life and has spent many years exploring Yorkshire’s diverse landscapes, history, language and communities. He recently retired after a career in teaching, mostly in further education in the Leeds area. In addition to the Yorkshire Murder Mystery series he writes poetry, ghost stories and biography. He has completed a screenplay about the last years of the poet Edward Thomas and a work of faction about the extraordinary life of his Irish mother-in-law. He is currently working on his memoirs of growing up in a working-class area of Huddersfield in the 1950s and 1960s...

-Titulo Original : An Eye For An Eye (detective Kate Young, 1)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: A killer running rings around the police. A detective spiralling out of control. DI Kate Young is on leave. She’s the force’s best detective, but her bosses know she’s under pressure, on medication and overcoming trauma. So after her bad judgement call leads to a narrowly averted public disaster, they’re sure all she needs is a rest. But when Staffordshire Police summon her back to work on a murder case, it’s a harder, more suspicious Kate Young who returns. With a new ruthlessness, she sets about tracking down a clinical, calculating serial killer who is torturing victims and leaving clues to taunt the police. Spurred on by her reporter husband, Young begins to suspect that the murderer might be closer than she ever imagined. As she works to uncover the truth, Young unravels a network of secrets and lies, with even those closest to her having something to hide. But with her own competence and her grip on reality called into question, can she unmask the killer before they strike again? Review “This was one thrilling ride full of tension and twists.” Angela Marsons, bestselling author of the DI Kim Stone series “A grisly killer, a ticking clock, and an investigator whose career is on the line: An Eye for an Eye kept me hooked and wanting more.” Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author of the Tracy Crosswhite series “WOW! Gritty and tense. DI Kate Young is an exciting new lead character I can’t wait to see more of in this compelling series.” K. L. Slater, bestselling author of Little Whispers and The Apartment “ An Eye for an Eye is a fascinating whodunit loaded with secrets and suspense and guided by a lead detective who refuses to be pushed around.” T.R. Ragan, New York Times and Amazon Charts bestselling author of the Sawyer Brooks series “ An Eye for an Eye is a refreshing, gripping read that will keep you guessing until its shattering conclusion.” Lisa Regan, bestselling author of the Josie Quinn series “ An Eye for an Eye is a taut and emotional thriller that delivers on the promises set in the first, gripping scene.” Danielle Girard, USA Today bestselling author “A compelling story emotive, addictive, and harrowing at times. Watch out for this one!” Noelle Holten, author of the DC Maggie Jamieson series “A riveting mystery with an unforgettable protagonist, An Eye for an Eye reads as if Broadchurch was written by Ian Rankin.” Jason Pinter, bestselling author of A Stranger at the Door “A turbo-charged page-turner with a ton of emotion, An Eye for an Eye will have you trusting no-one, suspecting everyone, and guessing right up until the final twist. Brilliant.” Chris Merritt, author of the Lockhart & Green series About the Author Winner of The People’s Book Prize Award, Carol Wyer is a bestselling author and stand-up comedian who writes feel-good comedies and gripping crime fiction. A move to the ‘dark side’ in 2017 saw the introduction of popular DI Robyn Carter in Little Girl Lost, the #2 bestselling book on Amazon, #9 bestselling audiobook on Audible and Top 150 USA Today bestseller. A second series, featuring DI Natalie Ward, quickly followed and to date her crime novels have sold over 750,000 copies and been translated for various overseas markets, including Norwegian, Italian, Turkish, Hungarian Slovak, Czech and Polish. Carol has been interviewed on numerous radio shows discussing ‘Irritable Male Syndrome’ and ‘Ageing Disgracefully’, and on BBC Breakfast television. She has written for Woman’s Weekly, Take A Break, Choice, Yours, Woman’s Own and HuffPost. She currently lives on a windy hill in rural Staffordshire with her husband, Mr Grumpy…who is very, very grumpy. To learn more about Carol, go to carolwyer.co.uk or follow Carol on Twitter: @carolewyer. Carol also blogs at carolwyer...

-Titulo Original : The Killer Ascendant (a John Rain Novel)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: Previously published as Requiem for an Assassin Hunted and finally cornered, John Rain faces his deadliest enemy ever: himself. For Rain, “the most charismatic assassin since James Bond” (San Francisco Chronicle), getting out of the life was never going to be easy. But with a new identity in Paris, and the help of his lover, Mossad agent Delilah, he was beginning to leave the killing business behind. And then he receives a message from rogue CIA operative Jim Hilger: We have your friend Dox. Do as we tell you, or he dies. For a professional like Rain, the choice ought to be easy: do the job a series of three hits and save his friend and partner. But how does Rain know Hilger won’t kill Dox, anyway, once the assignment is complete? How does he know each of the hits isn’t simultaneously a setup for Rain himself? Most of all, how can he control the killing rage Hilger’s lethal game of extortion reignites inside him? From the deceptively tranquil beaches of Bali, to the backstreets and boulevards of Paris, to the urban canyons of Silicon Valley and New York and the old killing fields of Vietnam, Rain must grapple with his age, his enemies, and, most of all, with the killer inside himself in a battle not even Rain can hope to survive intact. The Killer Ascendant was previously published as Requiem for an Assassin, the sixth in the bestselling John Rain assassin series. From Publishers Weekly In Eislers predictable sixth thriller to star half Japanese, half American assassin John Rain (after 2006s The Last Assassin), Rains longtime rival, rogue CIA agent Jim Hilger, kidnaps Rains sniper friend Dox and threatens to kill Dox unless Rain murders three people Hilger wants dead. Despite his ambivalence about his chosen trade, Rain carries out the hits with little remorse. Rains adventures take him to the usual glamorous locales-Paris, London, Amsterdam-while throughout he remains nostalgic for his Japanese heritage. In a subplot, Rains Mossad agent lover, Delilah, enlists some Israeli colleagues in an attempt to foil a major terrorist plot. The revelation of why the three murder victims were selected comes as the books one real surprise. 150,000 first printing; author tour. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. From Booklist Pity John Rain. All the Japanese American contract killer wants to do is retire and live happily with his girlfriend, a beautiful Mossad agent. But little things keep getting in the way. For instance, his close friend and sometime partner, Dox, has been kidnapped. The abductor is Jim Hilger, a CIA agent whose schemes have been foiled by Rain a few times in the past, and who is now looking to use Doxs life as leverage to force Rain to commit a series of assassinations. But Rain is nobodys fool: he knows he cant trust Hilger to live up to his end of the deal, and theres only one way to make sure Dox stays healthy. Readers may wonder how many stories there are to tell about a hit man who wants to get out of the life, but so far Eisler hasnt run out of believable scenarios. This one is as good as its five forerunners, and heres hoping the author has a few more stories to tell. David Pitt. Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved Review “Like McNab’s Nick Stone and Child’s Jack Reacher, John Rain is a classic character” The Times “... a terrific, fun read, full of modern spy craft (Eisler worked for the CIA for a while), exotic locales, hot sex and violence. Not to mention an extremely well-defined character in John Rain, who seems like a pretty good guy, given his career.” San Jose Mercury News “Eisler is exactly my kind of writer and his deadly main character John Rain is exactly my kind of guy highly recommended.” Lee Child From the Author Introduction to the New Edition As I mentioned in the new introduction to Redemption Games, every time I write a ne...

-Titulo Original : Final Judgment (samantha Brinkman, 4)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: A murder investigation draws firebrand attorney Samantha Brinkman into her boyfriend’s past in this novel of high-risk suspense by bestselling author Marcia Clark. When it comes to relationships and self-preservation, defense attorney Samantha Brinkman has always been cut and run. But it’s different with her new lover, Niko, an ambitious and globally famous entrepreneur. Sam is putting her faith in him. She has to. He’s also her new client a suspect in the murder of an investor whose shady dealings turned Niko’s good life upside down. He had the motive: revenge. As did many others who banked a fortune on the wrong man. That’s a point in Niko’s favor. So is his alibi for the day of the slaying. Until that alibi mysteriously disappears. As Sam’s feverish search for another viable killer begins, the investigation only leads deeper into Niko’s past and its secrets. From the darkest suspicions to final judgment, fighting for Niko is Sam’s job. To do it, she must risk everything on a man who could make all her worst fears come true. Review “The plot twists are both plausible and shocking in this intelligent page-turner. Fans of whodunits featuring ethical dilemmas will be pleased.” Publishers Weekly (starred review) “With its fast-moving plot and winning characters, this fourth entry in the Brinkman series will keep readers turning pages and rooting for Sam.” Booklist “The book marks a welcome return for Marcia Clark, who is in fine form. Beyond the requisite questions of whodunit and why, she explores the gray areas of morality, where notions of right and wrong lie firmly in the eye of the beholder. A fiery finale to the Samantha Brinkman saga…” Criminal Element “The final book in the Samantha Brinkman series is a thrill ride with twists and turns.” Red Carpet Crash “A gripping read. Recommended.” Long and Short Reviews “We may not always agree with her motives, but one thing’s for sure: if you are arrested for a crime, you want Samantha Brinkman on your side.” Woman Around Town About the Author California native Marcia Clark is the author of Blood Defense, Moral Defense, and Snap Judgment, the first three books in the Samantha Brinkman series, as well as Guilt by Association, Guilt by Degrees, Killer Ambition, and The Competition in the Rachel Knight series. A practicing criminal lawyer since 1979, she joined the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office in 1981, where she served as prosecutor for the trials of Robert Bardo convicted of killing actress Rebecca Schaeffer and, most notably, O. J. Simpson. The bestselling Without a Doubt, which she cowrote, chronicles her work on the Simpson trial. Clark has been a frequent commentator on a variety of shows and networks, including Today, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, and MSNBC, as well as a legal correspondent for Entertainment Tonight. For more about the author, visit marciaclarkbooks ...

-Titulo Original : An Invisible Client-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: For high-powered personal injury attorney Noah Byron, the good things in life come with a price tag cars, houses, women. That’s why he represents only cases that come with the possibility of a nice cut of the action. But as a favor to his ex-wife, he meets with the mother of twelve-year-old Joel, a boy poisoned by tainted children’s medicine. While the official story is that a psycho tampered with bottles, the boy’s mother believes something much more sinister is at work…and the trail leads right back to the pharmaceutical company. As Noah digs deeper into the case, he quickly finds himself up against a powerful corporation that will protect itself at any cost. He also befriends young Joel and breaks the number one rule of personal injury law: don’t make it personal. Faced with the most menacing of opponents and the most vulnerable of clients, Noah is determined to discover the truth and win justice for Joel even if it means losing everything else. About the Author Victor Methos is the author of several thrillers including The Neon Lawyer and the Sarah King Mysteries. A fluent speaker of several Middle Eastern languages, he studied science, philosophy, and religion at the University of Utah before attending law school. He’s worked as a prosecutor specializing in violent crime and is currently a criminal defense attorney. Methos divides his time between San Diego, Las Vegas, and Salt Lake City...

-Titulo Original : The Lucky Ones-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: It was the happiest day of her life. Little did she know it was also the last. When a woman’s body is found in the grounds of a ruined priory, Detective Imogen Evans realises she is dealing with a serial killer a killer whose victims appear to die in a state of bliss, eyes open, smiles forever frozen on their faces. A few miles away, single dad Ben Hofland believes his fortunes are changing at last. Forced to move back to the sleepy village where he grew up following the breakdown of his marriage, Ben finally finds work. What’s more, the bullies who have been terrorising his son, Ollie, disappear. For the first time in months, Ben feels lucky. But he is unaware that someone is watching him and Ollie. Someone who wants nothing but happiness for Ben. Happiness…and death. The Lucky Ones is the terrifying new thriller from the #1 Kindle bestselling author of Follow You Home and The Devil’s Work. Review “…Written with such verve and wit, it makes multiple murder enormous fun.” The Sunday Mirror “[Edwards’s] most cunning offering…This page-turner…is a solid entrant into the psycho-killer canon.” Shots Magazine “Chilling, fast-paced, and unpredictable. I couldnt put it down!” Robert Bryndza, author of The Girl in the Ice “Another gripping read from Mark Edwards.” Howard Linskey, author of No Name Lane “Tight plot, engaging characters, beautifully drawn setting.…Another compulsive domestic noir from the British Linwood Barclay.” Ed James, author of The Hope That Kills “Another compellingly twisty read from Mark Edwards. They just get better and better.” Sibel Hodge, author of Duplicity “A terrific, tense read with a great twist.” Sarah Lotz, author of The Three “Yet another quality psycho-thriller from Mark Edwards, which really keeps you on the edge of your seat.” Paul Finch, author of Stalkers About the Author Mark Edwards writes psychological thrillers in which scary things happen to ordinary people, and is inspired by writers such as Stephen King, Ira Levin, Ruth Rendell and Linwood Barclay. He is the author of four #1 bestsellers: Follow You Home (a finalist in the Goodreads Choice Awards 2015), The Magpies, Because She Loves Me, and The Devils Work, along with What You Wish For and six novels co-written with Louise Voss. All of his books are inspired by real-life experiences. Originally from the south coast of England, Mark now lives in the West Midlands with his wife, their three children, a ginger cat, and a golden retriever. Mark loves hearing from readers and can be contacted via his website, markedwardsauthor ...

-Titulo Original : An Unreliable Truth (desert Plains, 3)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: From the bestselling author of A Killer’s Wife, Victor Methos’s acclaimed Desert Plains series continues with the saga of two brilliant defense attorneys and a client whose confession may not be what it seems. Two couples cut to bits near a canyon close to the Nevada border. The police pull over blood-soaked Arlo Ward not far from the site of the grisly murders; he fully cooperates with the officers, grinning through a remorseless confession dripping with gory detail. Investigators find no murder weapon, but young, awkward Arlo’s confession is signed, taped, and delivered. Defense attorney Dylan Aster and his partner, Lily Ricci, are two rising legal stars. They’re hesitant about pursuing the Arlo Ward case, as it seems like a slam dunk for the prosecution Arlo was covered in the victims’ DNA and admitted to everything. But the state psychiatrist shares the impossible with Dylan: Arlo Ward is likely innocent. The man is racked with delusional schizophrenia, seizing on these murders as an opportunity for macabre attention. Dylan can’t resist. He and Lily take on Arlo as their client, but once the trial commences, it’s clear that the real secrets and lies are just beginning. Review Praise for Victor Methos An Unreliable Truth “A straight-A legal thriller, with a final scene as satisfying as it is disturbing.” Kirkus Reviews A Killer’s Wife An Amazon Best Book of the Month: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense “ A Killer’s Wife is a high-stakes legal thriller loaded with intense courtroom drama, compelling characters, and surprising twists that will keep you turning the pages at breakneck speed.” T. R. Ragan, New York Times bestselling author “Exquisitely paced and skillfully crafted, A Killer’s Wife delivers a wicked psychological suspense wrapped around a hypnotic legal thriller. One cleverly designed twist after another kept me saying, ‘I did not see that coming.’” Steven Konkoly, Wall Street Journal bestselling author “A gripping thriller that doesn’t let up for a single page. Surprising twists with a hero you care about. I read the whole book in one sitting!” Chad Zunker, bestselling author of An Equal Justice About the Author At the age of thirteen, when his best friend was interrogated by the police for over eight hours and confessed to a crime he didn’t commit, Victor Methos knew he would one day become a lawyer. After graduating from law school at the University of Utah, Methos sharpened his teeth as a prosecutor for Salt Lake City before founding what would become the most successful criminal defense firm in Utah. In ten years, Methos conducted more than one hundred trials. One particular case stuck with him, and it eventually became the basis for his first major bestseller, The Neon Lawyer. Since that time, Methos has focused his work on legal thrillers and mysteries, winning the Harper Lee Prize for The Hallows and an Edgar nomination for Best Novel for his title A Gambler’s Jury. He currently splits his time between southern Utah and Las Vegas...

-Titulo Original : Kindred (jefferson Tayte Genealogical Mystery, 5)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: Jefferson Tayte is good at finding people who don’t want to be found. For years he has followed faint genealogical trails to reunite families and uncover long-hidden secrets. But Tayte is a loner, a man with no ties of his own; his true identity is the most elusive case of his career. But that could all be about to change. Now Tayte has in his possession the beginnings of a new trail clues his late mentor had started to gather that might at last lead to his own family. With Professor Jean Summer, his partner in genealogical sleuthing, he travels to Munich to pick up the scent. But the hunt takes them deep into dangerous territory: the sinister secrets of World War II Germany, and those who must keep them buried at any cost. When their investigations threaten to undermine a fascist organisation, Tayte and Summer know time is running out. Can they find their way to the dark heart of a deadly history before they become its latest victims? This is the fifth book in the Jefferson Tayte Genealogical Mystery series but can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story. Review “You don’t have to be a genealogist to get tied in knots over the web of deceit and family secrets spun by master storyteller Steve Robinson in his newest Jefferson Tayte Genealogical Mystery, Kindred. But it’s a good idea to clear your schedule, because Kindred’s first pages will grab you and refuse to let go.” The Family Curator “The danger felt real…left me breathless.” FictionZeal “Exceptional…An absolutely wonderful story.” Cleopatra Loves Books “If you like excitement, history, good characters, and a fast-paced mystery…Steve Robinson’s genealogical sleuth Jefferson Tayte has uncovered many family secrets and solved many crimes throughout this series…” Kittling Books “If you love a good mystery story, you won’t go wrong with this series.” Go Buy the Book About the Author Steve Robinson drew upon his own family history for inspiration when he imagined the life and quest of his genealogist hero Jefferson Tayte. The talented London-based crime writer, who was first published at age sixteen, always wondered about his own maternal grandfather ‘He was an American GI billeted in England during the Second World War,’ Robinson says. ‘A few years after the war ended he went back to America, leaving a young family behind and, to my knowledge, no further contact was made. I traced him to Los Angeles through his 1943 enlistment record and discovered that he was born in Arkansas…’ Robinson cites crime writing and genealogy as ardent hobbies a passion that is readily apparent in his work. He can be contacted via his website, steve-robinson.me, his blog at steverobinsonauthor.blogspot , and on at /SteveRobinsonAuthor...

-Titulo Original : Forgotten Bones (dead Remaining, 1)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: An Amazon Charts bestseller. An unlikely pair teams up to investigate a brutal murder in a haunting thriller that walks the line between reality and impossibility. When small-town police officers discover the grave of a young boy, they’re quick to pin the crime on a convicted criminal who lives nearby. But when it comes to murder, Officer Susan Marlan never trusts a simple explanation, so she’s just getting started. Meanwhile, college professor Eric Evans hallucinates a young boy in overalls: a symptom of his schizophrenia or so he thinks. But when more bodies turn up, Eric has more visions, and they mirror details of the murder case. As the investigation continues, the police stick with their original conclusion, but Susan’s instincts tell her something is off. The higher-ups keep stonewalling her, and the FBI’s closing in. Desperate for answers, Susan goes rogue and turns to Eric for help. Together they take an unorthodox approach to the case as the evidence keeps getting stranger. With Eric’s hallucinations intensifying and the body count rising, can the pair separate truth from illusion long enough to catch a monster? Review “A deftly penned and riveting read from first page to last, Forgotten Bones showcases author Vivian Barz’s natural flair for originality and a reader-engaging narrative storytelling style. Offering more delicious plot twists than a bag of pretzels, Forgotten Bones is unreservedly recommended…” Midwest Book Review “From those first harrowing lines, Forgotten Bones is impossible to put down until the final pages are turned. While the pacing makes for a compulsive read, Barz has simultaneously [created] a multi-layered story [that is] populated by real people a determined female police officer, new in her job and trying to find her footing, and a brilliant young professor, whose schizophrenia causes him to doubt everything he sees. Then, there’s the ghost of a young boy in clothes that make it clear he’s not from this time. Despite the ghost and the murders, Forgotten Bones is much more than a ghost story or a mystery. It’s about the struggles of mental illness, finding our own path, and the brutal disease that is addiction. With moments that will have readers laughing out loud and others that will transport the characters’ despair to their very core, Forgotten Bones is nuanced and thrilling, fun and unforgettable. The start to a fabulous new series!” Danielle Girard, #1 Amazon Charts and USA Today bestselling author of Far Gone “ Forgotten Bones is a genre-bending tale, intertwining suspense, mystery, and supernatural horror. From the very first chapter it is clear that this isn’t a run-of-the-mill thriller novel. Barz takes the reader on a murder tale teaming with moments that make us feel as if the temperature in the room is dropping, the light above flickering, and someone behind us creeping ever so closer. A fantastic read for those who love paranormal thrillers.” Michael Omer, New York Times bestselling author of A Killer’s Mind “This story grabbed me from the first page and the pace never let up. The supernatural aspect of the story was unique and added to the creepy factor. The characterization was excellent, particularly of an adult man with schizophrenia. I find it fascinating to delve into the mind of others that experience life differently than me, especially when it is achieved with realism and compassion and humor. That’s another thing, the author has a wicked sense of humor that is highly entertaining.” Debbie Herbert, USA Today bestselling author of Cold Waters “ Supernatural meets Clarice in this thrilling story filled with unforgettable characters with unbelievable abilities. Keep the lights on and doors locked before starting this book. Vivian Barz really keeps those pages turning!” Matthew Farrell, bestselling author of Tell Me the Truth “ Forgotten Bones is a killer of a novel. Harrowing, tense, and cleverly twisted.” Kendra Elliot, Wa...

-Titulo Original : Letters From The Dead (jefferson Tayte Genealogical Mystery, 7)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: From acclaimed author Steve Robinson comes a thrilling new Jefferson Tayte mystery. When genealogist Jefferson Tayte is hired to prove the identity of a black sheep in his client’s family tree, he unwillingly finds himself drawn into a murder investigation with nothing more to go on than a 150-year-old letter and a connection to a legendary ruby that has been missing for generations. As more letters are mysteriously left for him, Tayte becomes immersed in a centuries-old tale of greed, murder and forbidden love that takes his research from the wilds of the Scottish Highlands to the colour and heat of colonial India. A dark secret is buried in Jaipur, steeped in treachery and scandal. But why is it having such deadly repercussions in the present? Can Tayte find the ruby and prevent the past from repeating itself before it’s too late? This is the seventh book in the Jefferson Tayte Genealogical Mystery series but it can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story. Review “A true suspense novel that will literally have you second guessing who the suspect is.” Writer’s Authority “…A white-knuckle ride…A joy to unpack…” Ignite Books “Even better than the beautifully descriptive passages is the way Robinson builds the mystery and plants the clues. I am usually pretty good at predicting the outcome, but with this book I confess to being wrong every time.” Jollett Etc. “I could not put it down!” Old Bones Genealogy “A damn good mystery.” Cleopatra Loves Books About the Author Steve Robinson drew upon his own family history for inspiration when he imagined the life and quest of his genealogist hero, Jefferson Tayte. The talented London-based crime writer, who was first published at age sixteen, always wondered about his own maternal grandfather. ‘He was an American GI billeted in England during the Second World War,’ Robinson says. ‘A few years after the war ended he went back to America, leaving a young family behind, and, to my knowledge, no further contact was made. I traced him to Los Angeles through his 1943 enlistment record and discovered that he was born in Arkansas…’ Robinson cites crime-writing and genealogy amongst his hobbies a passion that is readily apparent in his work. He can be contacted via his website, steve-robinson.me, his blog at steverobinsonauthor.blogspot , and on at /SteveRobinsonAuthor...

-Titulo Original : Coercion-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: The phone rings and the offer is made, leaving you only seconds to decide. Betray your country, or watch your family drop dead before your eyes. After the Iron Curtain’s collapse, Russia appears to be finished as a superpower. But KGB general Vasily Karpov is secretly working to restore Russia’s status by forcing Americans into traitorous acts of espionage and sabotage, with the aid of a new secret weapon. Meanwhile, his biggest target is within Russia, where Karpov is plotting to capture the Kremlin for himself. Former US soldier and spy Alex Ferris becomes the first to fathom Karpov’s grand plans. Racing from San Francisco to Siberia, Alex must elude ambushes, assassins, and death from exposure as he wages a one-man war against a growing global threat and the resurgence of the Soviets. Revised edition: This edition of Coercion includes editorial revisions. Review “Tim Tigner is a masterful storyteller with a nose for intrigue and a careful eye for historical detail. Set in the aftermath of the collapse of the Iron Curtain, his latest book, Coercion, is a compelling tale of espionage and betrayal, one that will leave its readers wanting more.” James A. Baker, III, 61st U.S. Secretary of State “An entertaining thriller...with well-paced action, appealing characters, and snappy writing.” Kirkus (Starred Review) “A brilliant, must-read thriller as good or better than Tom Clancy and Robert Ludlum.” John Mariotti “This plan is very well thought out, and is chilling in its simplicity...the story flowed beautifully.” Chrissi for BookLore Reviews About the Author Tim Tigner is a former Green Beret and Soviet counter intelligence specialist who switched from espionage to arbitrage after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Addicted to reading thrillers since 1994, he has been writing bestsellers since 2004. Tim’s globe-trotting career moved him to Moscow in the midst of Perestroika, then to Brussels during the formation of the European Union, before landing him in Silicon Valley as a startup CEO. He holds an MBA in finance from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, a master’s degree in international studies from the University of Pennsylvania, and a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and mathematics from Hanover College. He lives with his wife and their two daughters in the San Francisco Bay Area...

-Titulo Original : Ugly Young Thing (strangers)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: Sixteen-year-old Allie has already experienced a lifetime of horror, having lost her mother and serial killer brother to mental illness. Returning to her childhood home in Louisiana, Allie ends up in foster care and is placed with Miss Bitty, an eccentric but kindly older woman who shows her a new direction and brighter future. But Allie’s new life takes a devastating turn when young women in the area start turning up dead, and she begins to see shadowy figures outside her bedroom. As Miss Bitty grows inexplicably distant, a nagging voice makes Allie wonder if death has found her yet again…or if it never really left her at all. About the Author Since graduating from Old Dominion University with a BS in health sciences and a minor in management, Jennifer Jaynes has made her living as a content manager, webmaster, news publisher, editor, and copywriter. Her first novel, Never Smile at Strangers, quickly found an audience and, in 2014, became a USA Today bestseller. When she’s not spending time with her twin sons or writing, she loves reading, cooking, studying nutrition, doing CrossFit, and playing poker. She currently lives in the Dallas area with her husband and two sons...

-Titulo Original : Dark Pattern (the Naturalist, 4)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: Dr. Theo Cray is on the hunt for a killer nurse, and redemption, in a mind-bending psychological thriller by the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Naturalist. Dr. Theo Cray has a legendary mathematical knack for catching serial killers. Until his exposure to a mind-altering pathogen knocks him off his game. It has upended an investigation, destroyed his reputation, and left him to question his own sanity. One person still trusts him to finish the job. His former professor Amanda Paulson is helping point Cray down a logical path to his prey: a nomadic health-care worker whose murder spree stretches back decades and whose victims number in the hundreds. Never more desperate to save innocent lives, and to save himself, Cray follows each new lead around the world. But with his own grip on reality slipping away, Cray knows that to follow the pattern of an elusive killer, he must also confront his own dark side. In those dangerous shadows, he can find what he’s hunting. For Cray, venturing into a world without reason is going to be the most frightening journey of his life. About the Author Andrew Mayne is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the Naturalist novels, including Thriller Award nominee The Naturalist as well as Looking Glass, Murder Theory, and Dark Pattern; an Edgar Award nominee for Black Fall; and the star of A&E’s Don’t Trust Andrew Mayne and a Discovery Channel Shark Week special. Andrew is a magician who started his first world tour as an illusionist when he was a teenager before going on to work behind the scenes for Penn & Teller, David Blaine, and David Copperfield. Ranked as the fifth bestselling independent author of the year by Amazon UK, Andrew currently hosts the Weird Things podcast. For more on him and his work, visit AndrewMayne ...

-Titulo Original : A Criminal Justice (philadelphia Legal)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: A man in prison for murder. One woman wants him freed. One woman wants him dead. Mick McFarland is stunned when he’s arrested for murdering business tycoon Edwin Hanson, brother to David Hanson one of Mick’s former clients. Mick is even more shocked when he’s confronted with the incriminating evidence: surveillance footage of him stalking the victim and pulling the trigger. As Mick’s legal team fights against windmills trying to beat the prosecution in court, his wife, Piper, journeys across the country, trying to win her husband’s freedom by going after the man she is convinced is out to destroy Mick and David both. What she doesn’t anticipate is that David’s wife, Marcie, is on a similar mission to shelter her own husband. And the two women may not be on the same side. Piper has it all right…and all wrong. And her time is running out. Will she be able to save her husband from conviction and clear his name? About the Author William L. Myers, Jr. is the author of the bestselling Philadelphia Legal series, which includes the #1 Kindle bestseller A Criminal Defense, as well as An Engineered Injustice and A Killer’s Alibi. A Philadelphia lawyer with thirty years of trial experience in state and federal courts up and down the East Coast, Myers has argued before the United States Supreme Court and still actively practices law. Myers was born into a proud working-class family; graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law; and now lives with his wife, Lisa, in the western suburbs of Philadelphia. For more information, visit williamlmyersjr ...

-Titulo Original : Out Of Her Mind (sawyer Brooks, 2)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: A string of copycat crimes leads a reporter down a terrifying path in a heart-stopping thriller by New York Times bestselling author T.R. Ragan. Crime reporter Sawyer Brooks still grieves for the family she and her two sisters never had. Raised in a house of horrors, they continue to fight through the trauma releasing their rage by seeking justice for those who are just as vulnerable as they were. When a little girl’s bones are unearthed in Sacramento’s Land Park and twelve-year-old Riley Addison disappears, solving these cases becomes an obsession for Sawyer one that puts her job at risk. Yet she can’t turn back, and the deeper Sawyer’s investigation goes, the darker it gets. A psychopath is on the loose and has been trolling Sacramento for years hiding in plain sight behind a motherly facade. The more Sawyer persists, the closer she gets to a disturbing place reminiscent of her own terrorized childhood. With time running out, Sawyer will risk anything to save Riley from the dark. But the killer will do anything to keep her there. About the Author T.R. Ragan is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of the first book in the Sawyer Brooks series, Don’t Make a Sound; the Faith McMann trilogy (Furious, Outrage, and Wrath); the Lizzy Gardner series (Abducted, Dead Weight, A Dark Mind, Obsessed, Almost Dead, and Evil Never Dies); and the Jessie Cole novels (Her Last Day, Deadly Recall, Deranged, and Buried Deep). In addition to thrillers, she writes medieval time-travel tales, contemporary romance, and romantic suspense as Theresa Ragan. She has sold more than three million books since her debut novel appeared in 2011. An avid traveler, her wanderings have led her to China, Thailand, and Nepal. Theresa and her husband, Joe, have four children and live in Sacramento, California. To learn more, visit her website at theresaragan ...

-Titulo Original : No Going Back (sawyer Brooks, 3)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: The biggest story of a crime reporter’s career could be her last as fury, vengeance, and justice collide in this breathtaking thriller by New York Times bestselling author T.R. Ragan. Some call it murder. Others, karma. The female vigilantes dubbed The Black Wigs call it justice. The victims? Sexual predators who never paid for their sins. For three months, The Black Wigs byline has belonged to Sawyer Brooks, a crime reporter still struggling with her own demons. But for Sawyer, there’s suddenly more to the story than just catching the dark web avengers. Copycat vigilantes are cornering the unchecked abusers of Sacramento and uploading the men’s abject fear to social media. The trending insanity isn’t making Sawyer’s job any easier. Neither is a new murder another predator, but one who doesn’t fit so neatly into The Black Wigs’ agenda. Something even more sinister is at play. As she follows every lead, someone with the answer is following her, determined to bring Sawyer to her knees. Because soon enough, for both Sawyer and a killer, the truth she’s been looking for will be a punishing revelation. About the Author T.R. Ragan is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of the first two books in the Sawyer Brooks series, Don’t Make a Sound and Out of Her Mind; the Faith McMann trilogy (Furious, Outrage, and Wrath); the Lizzy Gardner series (Abducted, Dead Weight, A Dark Mind, Obsessed, Almost Dead, and Evil Never Dies); and the Jessie Cole novels (Her Last Day, Deadly Recall, Deranged, and Buried Deep). In addition to thrillers, she writes medieval time-travel tales, contemporary romance, and romantic suspense as Theresa Ragan. She has sold more than three million books since her debut novel appeared in 2011. An avid traveler, her wanderings have led her to China, Thailand, and Nepal. Theresa and her husband, Joe, have four children and live in Sacramento, California. To learn more, visit theresaragan ...

-Titulo Original : Final Judgment (samantha Brinkman, 4)-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: A murder investigation draws firebrand attorney Samantha Brinkman into her boyfriend’s past in this novel of high-risk suspense by bestselling author Marcia Clark. When it comes to relationships and self-preservation, defense attorney Samantha Brinkman has always been cut and run. But it’s different with her new lover, Niko, an ambitious and globally famous entrepreneur. Sam is putting her faith in him. She has to. He’s also her new client a suspect in the murder of an investor whose shady dealings turned Niko’s good life upside down. He had the motive: revenge. As did many others who banked a fortune on the wrong man. That’s a point in Niko’s favor. So is his alibi for the day of the slaying. Until that alibi mysteriously disappears. As Sam’s feverish search for another viable killer begins, the investigation only leads deeper into Niko’s past and its secrets. From the darkest suspicions to final judgment, fighting for Niko is Sam’s job. To do it, she must risk everything on a man who could make all her worst fears come true. Review “The plot twists are both plausible and shocking in this intelligent page-turner. Fans of whodunits featuring ethical dilemmas will be pleased.” Publishers Weekly (starred review) “With its fast-moving plot and winning characters, this fourth entry in the Brinkman series will keep readers turning pages and rooting for Sam.” Booklist “The book marks a welcome return for Marcia Clark, who is in fine form. Beyond the requisite questions of whodunit and why, she explores the gray areas of morality, where notions of right and wrong lie firmly in the eye of the beholder. A fiery finale to the Samantha Brinkman saga…” Criminal Element “The final book in the Samantha Brinkman series is a thrill ride with twists and turns.” Red Carpet Crash “A gripping read. Recommended.” Long and Short Reviews “We may not always agree with her motives, but one thing’s for sure: if you are arrested for a crime, you want Samantha Brinkman on your side.” Woman Around Town About the Author California native Marcia Clark is the author of Blood Defense, Moral Defense, and Snap Judgment, the first three books in the Samantha Brinkman series, as well as Guilt by Association, Guilt by Degrees, Killer Ambition, and The Competition in the Rachel Knight series. A practicing criminal lawyer since 1979, she joined the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office in 1981, where she served as prosecutor for the trials of Robert Bardo convicted of killing actress Rebecca Schaeffer and, most notably, O. J. Simpson. The bestselling Without a Doubt, which she cowrote, chronicles her work on the Simpson trial. Clark has been a frequent commentator on a variety of shows and networks, including Today, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, and MSNBC, as well as a legal correspondent for Entertainment Tonight. For more about the author, visit marciaclarkbooks ...

-Titulo Original : The Back Road-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: From the author of the bestseller Only the Innocent. In a quiet country village, secrets abound. When a young girl, Abbie Campbell, is knocked over and left for dead on the back road of the village of Little Melham, waves of shock ripple through the small community and a chain of events, which threatens to expose long-kept secrets, is triggered. For Ellie Saunders, the truth about that night puts both her marriage and the safety of her children in jeopardy she has to protect her family, no matter what the cost. And Ellie isn’t the only one with something to hide. She and her sister Leo believe they have put their troubled childhood behind them, but Leo’s quest for the truth reveals a terrible secret that has lain hidden for years. Ellie’s neighbour, former detective Tom Douglas, has escaped to Little Melham in search of a quiet life, but finds himself drawn into the web of deceit as his every instinct tells him that what happened to young Abbie was far more than a tragic accident. In this gripping novel, the peaceful English countryside belies the horrible truths that lurk beneath the trimmed hedgerows, behind the closed doors of smart sitting rooms and within unspoken conversations. From Booklist Half-sisters Ellie and Leo have done a good job hiding the pain they experienced as children in a dysfunctional family, and now that they are grown up, they continue to maintain the façade. Ellie has a picture-perfect life but has recently initiated an affair. Leo is a successful life coach but can’t manage her own happiness. Added to the mix are several coupled-up friends of Ellie’s with plenty of their own dysfunctions. When a teenage girl in their sleepy British village is the victim of a hit-and-run, everyone finds themselves desperate to keep covering up various secrets. Local detective Tom Douglas arrives on the case and quickly realizes there’s more to this than a simple accident. He digs around and realizes the victim, who is in a coma, was actually abducted before she was run over, so there are two criminals he must now track down. Abbott creates a tangled web of deception, secrets, and red herrings that culminates in a shocking and satisfying, if a bit complicated, conclusion. Readers who miss Caroline Graham’s Chief Inspector Barnaby series will likely enjoy this mystery. --Rebecca Vnuk Review “Rachel Abbott will keep you guessing long into the night and just as soon as you’ve figured it out…Think again! The truth is…you will love this book.” Suspense Magazine “An absorbing mystery of love, deceit, secrets, and murder…truly a spellbinding novel of suspense.” Mysterious Reviews About the Author Rachel Abbott was born and raised in Manchester, England, and trained as a systems analyst before launching her own interactive media company in the early 1980s. She sold her company in 2000, and in 2005 moved to the Le Marche region of Italy, where she wrote her first book Only the Innocent. She now spends most of her time on the island of Alderney in the Channel Islands where she can focus full time on her writing...

-Titulo Original : King City-Fabricante : Thomas & Mercer-Descripcion Original: #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Major Crimes Unit detective Tom Wade secretly worked with the Feds to nail seven of his fellow cops for corruption…turning him into a pariah in the police department. So he’s exiled to patrol a beat in King City’s deadliest neighborhood…with no back-up, no resources, and no hope of survival. Now Wade fights to tame the lawless, poverty-stricken wasteland…while investigating a string of brutal murders of young women. It’s a case that takes him from the squalor of the inner-city to the manicured enclaves of the privileged, revealing the sordid and deadly ways the two worlds are intertwined…making his enemies even more determined to crush him. But for Tom Wade, backing down is never an option…even if it will cost him his life. It’s one reason why bestselling author Janet Evanovich calls Wade “an unforgettable and deeply compelling character in the most original crime novel to come along in years.” From Booklist Straight-arrow detective Tom Wade becomes a pariah in the corrupt King City PD. He’s exiled to Darwin Gardens, the city’s poorest, most crime-ridden area, which cops only visit to collect corpses. Two rookies, unwanted by the police chief, are also assigned to the beat, and no one expects Wade or his rookies to survive. Seemingly little troubled by his pariah status or the divorce that came with it, Wade sets out to serve and protect Darwin Gardens and clean up his lawless patch. King City is essentially a western: lone sheriff facing down brutal villains while cowed citizens watch. Hollywood might call this “high concept,” and so might the author, who has written screenplays for many successful TV series. But Goldberg adds depth with an interesting sketch of a city built purely on greed that nourishes itself now with greed, corruption, and social Darwinism. The regular doses of imaginative mayhem and crisp writing make this a page-turner. This is the debut of a series, and the deft Goldberg has successfully set the hook. -Booklist, Thomas Gaughan Review “Lee Goldberg’s King City brings the sensibility of a western to the contemporary crime novel and the result is exhilarating, compelling, and a thrill to read. Tom Wade is an iconic hero with a strong, personal code trying bring order to a lawless frontier…which just happens to be smack in the middle of a dying, industrial American city. He’s an unforgettable and deeply compelling character in the most original crime novel to come along in years.” Janet Evanovich, international bestselling author “ King City is a book that only Lee Goldberg could have written. He’s got the high-velocity prose of a bestseller, coupled with the highly visual elements that make his television writing so compelling. Factor in the terrific characters and some very cogent takes on human nature, and you’ve got a rollicking thriller. King City is a pleasure from start to finish.” T. Jefferson Parker, New York Times bestselling author of The Jaguar and The Border Lords “ King City is Walking Tall, Die Hard, and Dirty Harry all rolled into one. Hard-driving action and all the satisfaction of a well-told story about a righteous man of courage facing seemingly insurmountable odds. You’ll love it.” Jan Burke, bestselling author of Disturbance and Liar “I could tell you that Lee Goldberg’s King City is one of the best reads of the year or that Lee is one of my favorite writers for so many reasons plotting, character, or his incredible sense of humor but that might ruin the surprise of reading King City for yourself. Suffice to say that Goldberg is one infinitely readable master of crime fiction, and King City is Lee at his best.” Craig Johnson, New York Times bestselling author of The Cold Dish and Hell is Empty “ King City like a 1969 Detroit muscle car. It’s powerful, nasty, loud, and a heck of a lot of fun. Lee Goldberg is at his atmospheric best here, creating a world so authentic the sights, sounds and ...