Author: Eleanor Taylor Bland
Publisher: Minotaur Books
ISBN: 1429901705
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Chicago detective Marti MacAlister has her work cut out for her these days. First, during the filming of a big Hollywood movie on location in Lincoln Prairie, the body of one of the film's stars turns up dead, along the shores of the Des Plaines River. Then, the skeletal remains of another gunshot victim turn up in a hundred year old building that is being renovated. The closer Marti comes to piecing the clues of each case, the closer they come to understanding how the two cases are connected. But the longer it takes, the more dangerous the killer becomes. This next book in Eleanor Taylor Bland's acclaimed series is a captivating story that will engage both fans and new readers with its suspense and wit.
A Dark and Deadly Deception
Author: Eleanor Taylor Bland
Publisher: Minotaur Books
ISBN: 1429901705
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Chicago detective Marti MacAlister has her work cut out for her these days. First, during the filming of a big Hollywood movie on location in Lincoln Prairie, the body of one of the film's stars turns up dead, along the shores of the Des Plaines River. Then, the skeletal remains of another gunshot victim turn up in a hundred year old building that is being renovated. The closer Marti comes to piecing the clues of each case, the closer they come to understanding how the two cases are connected. But the longer it takes, the more dangerous the killer becomes. This next book in Eleanor Taylor Bland's acclaimed series is a captivating story that will engage both fans and new readers with its suspense and wit.
Publisher: Minotaur Books
ISBN: 1429901705
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Chicago detective Marti MacAlister has her work cut out for her these days. First, during the filming of a big Hollywood movie on location in Lincoln Prairie, the body of one of the film's stars turns up dead, along the shores of the Des Plaines River. Then, the skeletal remains of another gunshot victim turn up in a hundred year old building that is being renovated. The closer Marti comes to piecing the clues of each case, the closer they come to understanding how the two cases are connected. But the longer it takes, the more dangerous the killer becomes. This next book in Eleanor Taylor Bland's acclaimed series is a captivating story that will engage both fans and new readers with its suspense and wit.
A Daughter's Deadly Deception
Author: Jeremy Grimaldi
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1459735269
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
Now a Netflix Documentary What Jennifer Did • A sinister plot by a young woman left her mother dead and her father riddled with bullets. “The book is pure story: chronological, downhill, fast.” — Globe and Mail From the outside looking in, Jennifer Pan seemed like a model daughter living a perfect life. The ideal child, the one her immigrant parents saw, was studying to become a pharmacist at the University of Toronto. But there was a dark, deceptive side to the angelic young woman. In reality, Jennifer spent her days in the arms of her high school sweetheart, Daniel. In an attempt to lead the life she dreamed of, she would do almost anything: lie about her whereabouts, forge school documents, and invent fake jobs and a fictitious apartment. For many years she led this double life. But when her father discovered her web of lies, his ultimatum was severe. And so, too, was her revenge: a plan that culminated in cold-blooded murder. And it almost worked, except for one bad shot. The story of Jennifer Pan is one of all-consuming love and devious betrayal that led to a cold-hearted plan hatched by a group of youths who thought they could pull off the perfect crime. 2017 Arthur Ellis Award, Best Nonfiction Book — Winner
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1459735269
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
Now a Netflix Documentary What Jennifer Did • A sinister plot by a young woman left her mother dead and her father riddled with bullets. “The book is pure story: chronological, downhill, fast.” — Globe and Mail From the outside looking in, Jennifer Pan seemed like a model daughter living a perfect life. The ideal child, the one her immigrant parents saw, was studying to become a pharmacist at the University of Toronto. But there was a dark, deceptive side to the angelic young woman. In reality, Jennifer spent her days in the arms of her high school sweetheart, Daniel. In an attempt to lead the life she dreamed of, she would do almost anything: lie about her whereabouts, forge school documents, and invent fake jobs and a fictitious apartment. For many years she led this double life. But when her father discovered her web of lies, his ultimatum was severe. And so, too, was her revenge: a plan that culminated in cold-blooded murder. And it almost worked, except for one bad shot. The story of Jennifer Pan is one of all-consuming love and devious betrayal that led to a cold-hearted plan hatched by a group of youths who thought they could pull off the perfect crime. 2017 Arthur Ellis Award, Best Nonfiction Book — Winner
Whispers in the Dark
Author: Jonathan Aycliffe
Publisher: Corsair
ISBN: 9781472111180
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
At the end of the nineteenth century Charlotte Metcalf is a child of good fortune: a prosperous father, a loving mother, a loved brother all cocoon her from the fears of the outside world. But then her father dies. and she is plunged into poverty and the workhouse becomes her miserable home. Yet Charlotte escapes, determined to find her lost brother, and her search brings her to Barras Hall, home of unknown relations where fine clothes, good food and wealth seem to promise her all she desires. But at night the horror begins - of sound and sense, surpassing all earthy terror. And Charlotte finds that daytime comfort comes at a price...and she must fulfil her terrible destiny. Praise for Jonathan Aycliffe: 'Aycliffe has a fine touch' Independent 'Aycliffe conjures up a feeling of dread that deepens with each unsettling incident' Time Out 'Naomi's Room must rank among the finest of English ghost stories. They certainly don't come more dark or fearsome.' Newcastle Evening Chronicle
Publisher: Corsair
ISBN: 9781472111180
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
At the end of the nineteenth century Charlotte Metcalf is a child of good fortune: a prosperous father, a loving mother, a loved brother all cocoon her from the fears of the outside world. But then her father dies. and she is plunged into poverty and the workhouse becomes her miserable home. Yet Charlotte escapes, determined to find her lost brother, and her search brings her to Barras Hall, home of unknown relations where fine clothes, good food and wealth seem to promise her all she desires. But at night the horror begins - of sound and sense, surpassing all earthy terror. And Charlotte finds that daytime comfort comes at a price...and she must fulfil her terrible destiny. Praise for Jonathan Aycliffe: 'Aycliffe has a fine touch' Independent 'Aycliffe conjures up a feeling of dread that deepens with each unsettling incident' Time Out 'Naomi's Room must rank among the finest of English ghost stories. They certainly don't come more dark or fearsome.' Newcastle Evening Chronicle
Deadly Dairy Deception
Author: Robert Bibb
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1615667733
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Prostate cancer and breast cancer incidence have reached epidemic proportions with younger age at development becoming commonplace. In fact, it seems many people believe developing one of these cancers is unavoidable. It does not have to be that way! In this thought-provoking work, Dr. Robert Bibb introduces readers everywhere to the killer disguised as a saint: dairy products. Americans consistently hear about the benefits of dairy consumption, such as getting calcium and vitamin D. But rarely are Americans presented with Bibb's insight into the scientific downfalls of consuming dairy products. Bibb goes into detail sharing his information on genes and hormones that affect the cells that produce cancer. He provides thorough research and several statistics linking the milk you put on your cereal or the cheese you eat with crackers to cancer. He even proves that a dairy-free diet can serve as a preventative or perhaps curative method for prostate and breast cancer. Don't become a statistic. Learn about the Deadly Dairy Deception and begin changing your health today!
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1615667733
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Prostate cancer and breast cancer incidence have reached epidemic proportions with younger age at development becoming commonplace. In fact, it seems many people believe developing one of these cancers is unavoidable. It does not have to be that way! In this thought-provoking work, Dr. Robert Bibb introduces readers everywhere to the killer disguised as a saint: dairy products. Americans consistently hear about the benefits of dairy consumption, such as getting calcium and vitamin D. But rarely are Americans presented with Bibb's insight into the scientific downfalls of consuming dairy products. Bibb goes into detail sharing his information on genes and hormones that affect the cells that produce cancer. He provides thorough research and several statistics linking the milk you put on your cereal or the cheese you eat with crackers to cancer. He even proves that a dairy-free diet can serve as a preventative or perhaps curative method for prostate and breast cancer. Don't become a statistic. Learn about the Deadly Dairy Deception and begin changing your health today!
Deadly Deception
Author: Andrea Johnson Beck
Publisher: Montlake Romance
ISBN: 9781612184562
Category : Drug traffic
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Dr. Anne Jamison, a brilliant neuropsychiatrist, is living the concrete jungle life in Minneapolis with her fiancé, prominent attorney Adam Whitney. But the mysterious death of Carter Leeds, her beloved former boyfriend, still haunts her... After three years of unanswered questions, a mysterious package finds its way to Anne. The note inside reveals the possibility that Carter may, in fact, be alive. Even more shocking, her very own fiancé may have had a hand in his attempted demise. Anne doesn't know what--or who--to believe, and the deeper she digs, the more she is overcome by a dangerous game of cat and mouse. But will Anne's trust be restored--or will she be the one left plotting revenge?
Publisher: Montlake Romance
ISBN: 9781612184562
Category : Drug traffic
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Dr. Anne Jamison, a brilliant neuropsychiatrist, is living the concrete jungle life in Minneapolis with her fiancé, prominent attorney Adam Whitney. But the mysterious death of Carter Leeds, her beloved former boyfriend, still haunts her... After three years of unanswered questions, a mysterious package finds its way to Anne. The note inside reveals the possibility that Carter may, in fact, be alive. Even more shocking, her very own fiancé may have had a hand in his attempted demise. Anne doesn't know what--or who--to believe, and the deeper she digs, the more she is overcome by a dangerous game of cat and mouse. But will Anne's trust be restored--or will she be the one left plotting revenge?
Deadly Deception
Author: Betsy Haynes
Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780385320672
Category : Detective and mystery stories
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
When her boyfriend is arrested and charged with murdering the school guidance counselor, seventeen-year-old Ashlyn tries to find the real killer.
Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780385320672
Category : Detective and mystery stories
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
When her boyfriend is arrested and charged with murdering the school guidance counselor, seventeen-year-old Ashlyn tries to find the real killer.
Tall, Dark and Deadly
Author: Lorie O'Clare
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 9780312943417
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Grace Jordan is leaving her dark past behind. Having traded in her big-city badge for life in the slow lane in Rockville, South Dakota, Grace and her daughter were hoping to make a fresh, clean start. But crime is at-large in small towns, too...and young women keep turning up brutally murdered. Before she knows it, Grace has got a serial murder case on her hands--and the infuriatingly seductive FBI agent Justin Reece by her side. Grace did not come to Rockville looking for romance. But she can't deny the chemistry between her and Justin--no matter how much she might want to. Meanwhile, things keep heating up as more women turn up dead, and a disturbing new pattern points to a killer who seems to be sending a message for Grace alone. But how could he know such secret, scandalous details about her life? Unless he happens to be someone from the past she would kill to forget...
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 9780312943417
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Grace Jordan is leaving her dark past behind. Having traded in her big-city badge for life in the slow lane in Rockville, South Dakota, Grace and her daughter were hoping to make a fresh, clean start. But crime is at-large in small towns, too...and young women keep turning up brutally murdered. Before she knows it, Grace has got a serial murder case on her hands--and the infuriatingly seductive FBI agent Justin Reece by her side. Grace did not come to Rockville looking for romance. But she can't deny the chemistry between her and Justin--no matter how much she might want to. Meanwhile, things keep heating up as more women turn up dead, and a disturbing new pattern points to a killer who seems to be sending a message for Grace alone. But how could he know such secret, scandalous details about her life? Unless he happens to be someone from the past she would kill to forget...
Deadly Deceptions
Author: Linda Lael Miller
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 0373778643
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 301
Book Description
Her sexy cop boyfriend can't let go of his past, while her wealthy sister is being blackmailed for secrets in hers. And Mojo's smack in the middle of it all.
Publisher: HQN Books
ISBN: 0373778643
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 301
Book Description
Her sexy cop boyfriend can't let go of his past, while her wealthy sister is being blackmailed for secrets in hers. And Mojo's smack in the middle of it all.
Deadly Secret
Author: T. J. Logan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781095920169
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
He steps into the shadows to pursue a killer... F.B.I. Special Agent Beckett O'Halleran values Family, Honor, and Loyalty. A botched undercover assignment results in the brutal murder of his partner. When the killer is set free by a Deputy Director on the take, Beck walks away from the Bureau. He vows to stop at nothing to avenge his partner's death, including using an innocent woman. She is dragged into the shadows by her mother's past ... A deadly secret from the past threatens Gwendolyn Tamberley's life. Thrust into the crosshairs of a merciless psychopath who will destroy anyone who threatens his empire, she becomes the center of a firestorm between the Russian mafia, the F.B.I. and a former agent hell-bent on retribution. Will deadly secrets destroy them? Gwen's only hope is the man who's been deceiving her. And Beck must choose between his obsession with vengeance and the woman who's come to mean everything to him. DEADLY SECRET is Book 1 in the O'Halleran Security International series. Watch for DEADLY DISCIPLE and DEADLY DECEPTION, Books 2 and 3 in the O'Halleran Security International series. Each of the books in the O'Halleran Security International (OSI) series are stand-alones with their own HEA.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781095920169
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
He steps into the shadows to pursue a killer... F.B.I. Special Agent Beckett O'Halleran values Family, Honor, and Loyalty. A botched undercover assignment results in the brutal murder of his partner. When the killer is set free by a Deputy Director on the take, Beck walks away from the Bureau. He vows to stop at nothing to avenge his partner's death, including using an innocent woman. She is dragged into the shadows by her mother's past ... A deadly secret from the past threatens Gwendolyn Tamberley's life. Thrust into the crosshairs of a merciless psychopath who will destroy anyone who threatens his empire, she becomes the center of a firestorm between the Russian mafia, the F.B.I. and a former agent hell-bent on retribution. Will deadly secrets destroy them? Gwen's only hope is the man who's been deceiving her. And Beck must choose between his obsession with vengeance and the woman who's come to mean everything to him. DEADLY SECRET is Book 1 in the O'Halleran Security International series. Watch for DEADLY DISCIPLE and DEADLY DECEPTION, Books 2 and 3 in the O'Halleran Security International series. Each of the books in the O'Halleran Security International (OSI) series are stand-alones with their own HEA.
A Cold and Silent Dying
Author: Eleanor Taylor Bland
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 0312326653
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Suburban Chicago homicide detective Marti MacAlister, and her partner Matthew Jessenovik, investigate the death of a homeless woman that may be the result of a serial killing.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 0312326653
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Suburban Chicago homicide detective Marti MacAlister, and her partner Matthew Jessenovik, investigate the death of a homeless woman that may be the result of a serial killing.