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"The cows moved away from him as he stepped into the mud. The stench of manure and wet soil wafted over the area as Hamid saw something lying on the ground before him. Pushing one beast away from the site, Hamid saw a foot and a black gumboot sticking out from the mud. There was a mound of dirt around the boot, and as Hamid pulled on the boot, it came away. Ted Lassiter's red wool sock stood out in contrast to the brown of the mud. Hamid pulled out his phone and called the police." Detective Inspector Linden McCoy is called out to investigate a series of murders in the farming communities ...

In Romancing the Heart of the Volcano, volcanologist Elena Pinto arrives in Indonesia to decode deadly signals from Mount Merapi—but her mission is shaken by Reza Dharma, a temple guardian bound to ancient traditions. As lava stirs and tensions rise, Elena and Reza must bridge science and faith—while resisting a growing attraction neither expected. Amid secrets, eruptions, and betrayal, love may be their only chance to survive the fire threatening to consume everything they hold dear.

Nash Hall's dad is a criminal who just can't seem to go straight. He wants Nash to help him commit a robbery. A big one. The trouble is, Nash's mum is a cop. And the robbery is at Nash's school. But Dad owes a lot of money to some very dangerous people, and if Nash doesn't help him do the job, it could cost both their lives.

Would you kill for a million dollars? After the brutal death of his wife, John Hayes flees to Hong Kong, hoping for a fresh start. But instead of healing, he finds himself drifting—until one day, a million dollars lands in his bank account. No explanation. No sender. Just a message: Do as you're told. What begins as a tantalizing lifeline quickly becomes a deadly trap. Caught between guilt, greed, and survival, John must decide—will he follow orders and commit the unthinkable, or risk everything to uncover the truth? How far would you go to get your life back? A Million Reasons is Book ...

A Halloween night of mystery, a Monday morning surprise… Chrissy Harper has finally landed her dream job as an executive assistant at a prestigious company. To celebrate, she and her best friend go to a costume party for Halloween where she’s irresistibly drawn to masked man. What Chrissy doesn’t know is that the seductive man behind the mask is Zander Shaw—her new boss. When she shows up for work on Monday morning, both are shocked to discover their identities. While Zander is eager to reignite the flame between them, Chrissy is determined to keep things professional. She’s ...

Angelica committed murder/suicide to end her troubles. What came next was worse than her tortured life. In purgatory, she is stalked by the one she killed with no way out. Until one day, something beyond her control changes. Crystal runs from her past to a new house, in a new town, in a nice neighborhood. She believes this will be the best new beginning for her little girl. Not long after moving, her daughter begins to act out of character and Crystal blames herself for the change. Only Angelica knows the truth; that these women should not be in her house. Now she must find a way to stop ...

As a reward for saving Princess Kalliopy, Kevin ends up in the hands of pirates, who have nefarious plans for his future. Things look bleak, and his options are few. Meanwhile, Boomer is mad at the princess for delivering Kevin to the enemy, and when an old foe comes into the picture, he has no other choice but to team up with her to mount a mission to rescue Kevin. Kevin is forced to do horrible deeds while he bides his time hoping to escape his predicament. His friends are determined to get him out of Dodge, but the rescue mission is more complicated than it first appears.

A millionaire art collector is hacked to death with a kitchen knife, his precious paintings slashed to bits; a fat-cat neurosurgeon is slapped with a killer malpractice suit that could ruin his marriage, his practice, and his torrid affair with a coke head. Brilliant detective Joe Dante, formerly of Midtown South, now assigned to the Sixth Precinct, is tracking down the killer, when an even more baffling murder forces him to question everything and everyone he knows.... "Newman really knows the territory." William J. Caunitz Author of ONE POLICE PLAZA

Illustrated edition of book 1 in the award-winning Anna Kronberg series. A series of systematic murders. A killer the police don't seem to see. A brilliant woman with dark secrets. When a corpse surfaces in the city's waterworks, the Metropolitan Police fear a cholera outbreak. They summon bacteriologist Dr. Anton Kronberg, who spots something far more sinister hinting at the victim's excruciating end. The police lose interest when evidence of foul play seems too weak and far-fetched. To catch the killer, Kronberg is forced into an alliance with Sherlock Holmes. Their suspicions deepen when...

How much would you invest in giving your teen an unshakeable, adaptable mind for a lifetime? Imagine arming your teen with emotional coping skills for every situation—what would that mean for their safety and well-being? As a parent, worrying is part of the job. The world can be daunting when your teen begins to explore it independently. You want to let them spread their wings, but you also want to ensure they navigate challenges safely. Striking this balance is crucial; too much pressure strains your relationship, hindering open communication.

Dragons, vampires, and traitors lurk in the shadows. Brianna's next move will determine the fate of her friends and the dragons! When a traitor among the dragons threatens to destroy the fragile peace, Brianna must join forces with the Nightriders, the vampire bikers, to stop the impending doom. A new threat emerges in the form of a powerful dragon shifter, hell-bent on fulfilling an ancient prophecy. With the help of the Nightriders, she must unravel the whereabouts of the traitor dragon and the abducted women and prevent an all-out war. Prepare for a wild, sexy, and suspenseful ride as ...

ONE-NIGHT ENCOUNTER...OR FOREVER LOVE? Jamie Fielding has been counting the days until her Christmas ski vacation. Unfortunately, when her cheating boyfriend cancels at the last minute, it looks as though she'll be spending Christmas Eve alone. Instead, a bad case of altitude sickness lands her in the resort infirmary where she finds herself in the company of a sexy, charismatic doctor. After a passion-filled night in a cozy ski cabin, Jamie awakens in the arms of the best Christmas present ever...Dr. Wyatt Tremaine. Their newfound bond is threatened, however, when lovers from their pasts ...

ALL KAINNAN’S PEOPLE HAVE EVER WANTED IS THEIR FREEDOM… In the aftermath of their tragic loss, Sienna, Milla and Cairus want nothing more than to pretend Kainnan was just a terrible dream. But the other world hasn’t finished with them yet. Escalating danger on Earth forces them to question: why is Kainnan locked down, the portals inaccessible? Why are Queen Evangeline’s most treacherous men appearing at Covenant Church? What will it take to break free of Kainnan’s influence permanently? While Covenant grows increasingly perilous, the Priesthood, the Underground and the Resistance ...

When Grazyna Zaluski's marriage takes an ugly turn, she finds herself isolated in a remote corner of Wyoming. Her husband's family controls almost everyone and everything in the county . . . including the courts. Is divorce an option for a young immigrant living in the United States on a visa? Will her husband simply sweep away the problem of Grazyna, or even—quite literally—bury it?

Join Forces with Winston Churchill and the Wright Brothers! In Not a Second Time, Chant Baker’s travels take him to two of history’s most pivotal moments. He stands beside Winston Churchill in war-torn London during the darkest days of World War II and witnesses the Wright Brothers’ first flight—a leap that changes the world forever. But while history unfolds before his eyes, Chant’s heart is focused on something more personal—his deepening connection with Mary. Their romance, born in Shakespeare’s time, grows stronger with every journey, but the weight of time is beginning to...

Hang Out with Kurt Cobain and Pablo Picasso! Chant Baker’s latest time-travel adventures take him to the creative heights of the 20th century. In Time of the Season, he finds himself in the grunge-filled streets of Seattle with Kurt Cobain and the vibrant art studios of Paris with Pablo Picasso. As Chant navigates these pivotal cultural moments, he uncovers more than just history—he discovers the unbreakable bond he shares with Mary. Their romance, forged in Shakespeare’s world, deepens as Chant confronts new dangers and revelations in his time-travel journeys. But as Chant’s ...

A spellbinding and gripping novel of betrayal, the unbreakable bonds of family, the power of love, and the price a family pays for its secrets by Susan Cochran, author of The Key. Grace Channing is a journalist, adopted as a baby by a world famous mother, a secret she's kept well hidden. While doing a news report on adoptees finding siblings through DNA testing, her own DNA test reveals a brother she never knew. Her discovery leads her to forge a strong bond with him and they uncover a web of secrets and betrayal. Two families lives intertwined and changed in an instant. Boone Varon is the ...

USA Bestselling Author May McGoldrick writing as Jan Coffey A nuclear submarine cuts silently through the waters of the North Atlantic, commandeered by two-dozen armed terrorists. The target: New York City. Fighting for their lives aboard the hijacked submarine, Commander Darius McCann and Ship Superintendent Amy Russell have only one hope for survival. With the lives of millions at stake, they must play a dangerous game of cat and mouse where capture would mean certain death. On land, two NCIS investigators are working feverishly to learn the details of the hijacking in time to stop the ...

Billy is an ordinary boy from an ordinary family, but when something unusual happens to him, he becomes quite extraordinary. He finds that he has incredible abilities that take him on a journey all the way to the Olympic Games. The listener is on the edge of their seat, every step of the way, to find out what happens.

Toxic Attraction ~ Book 1 ~ Toxic Love Series I knew the moment I saw her that she was mine. She just doesn’t know it yet. Adelia Lindstrom is a rising star in the elite equestrian world, struggling to move forward after the devastating loss of her parents. When she meets billionaire banker Miles Bremen and his enigmatic twin sister, Karolin, her world takes an unexpected turn. Miles is more than dangerous—he exudes a bold, unapologetic sensuality that pulls Adelia into uncharted territory. With him, she discovers a side of herself she never knew existed: passionate, daring, and ...