Author: Jan Young
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557952743
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
Forty-six historic tales of murder and mayhem on a global scale: This book contains true stories, authenticated through the use of both modern and contemporary sources. They range from the year 1337 BCE through 2006 CE, from the United States and Europe to the Mid-east and the Orient. The murderers range from incompetent to highly competent and from despicable to glorious. The victims were prominent politically and, in some cases, financially. Some deserved to die, most did not. All four assassinations of US Presidents are included, as are three attempted Presidential assassinations. Although the stories make interesting reading by themselves, the grouping of them in a single volume gives breadth and allows the reader to understand the scope of the assassination phenomenon, to see trends and to assess their value.
Assassin's Heart
Author: Sarah Ahiers
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062363808
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
With shades of Game of Thrones and Romeo and Juliet, this richly imagined fantasy from debut author Sarah Ahiers is a tale of love, lies, and vengeance. Fans of Kristin Cashore and Rae Carson will devour the flawlessly crafted action and inventive world building. Seventeen-year-old Lea Saldana is a trained assassin. She was born into one of the nine clipper Families in the kingdom of Lovero who lawfully take lives for a price. As a member of the highest-ranking clan, loyalty to Family is valued above all, but that doesn't stop Lea from getting into a secret relationship with Val Da Via, a boy from a rival clan. Despite her better judgment, Lea has fallen in love with him; but she's confident she can anticipate any threat a mile away. Then she awakens one night to a house full of smoke. Although she narrowly escapes, she isn't able to save her Family as their home is consumed by flames. With horror, she realizes that Val and his Family are the only ones who could be responsible. Devastated over his betrayal and the loss of her clan, there's just one thing on her mind: making the Da Vias pay. The heart of this assassin craves revenge.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062363808
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
With shades of Game of Thrones and Romeo and Juliet, this richly imagined fantasy from debut author Sarah Ahiers is a tale of love, lies, and vengeance. Fans of Kristin Cashore and Rae Carson will devour the flawlessly crafted action and inventive world building. Seventeen-year-old Lea Saldana is a trained assassin. She was born into one of the nine clipper Families in the kingdom of Lovero who lawfully take lives for a price. As a member of the highest-ranking clan, loyalty to Family is valued above all, but that doesn't stop Lea from getting into a secret relationship with Val Da Via, a boy from a rival clan. Despite her better judgment, Lea has fallen in love with him; but she's confident she can anticipate any threat a mile away. Then she awakens one night to a house full of smoke. Although she narrowly escapes, she isn't able to save her Family as their home is consumed by flames. With horror, she realizes that Val and his Family are the only ones who could be responsible. Devastated over his betrayal and the loss of her clan, there's just one thing on her mind: making the Da Vias pay. The heart of this assassin craves revenge.
Family of Killers
Author: Stephen W Briggs
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781684338573
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
David is pulled from his bed; he is seven. His father, freelancing for British intelligence, is identified while attempting to assassinate a terrorist. Now a wanted man, he must relocate his family from Northern Ireland to Canada. David is raised in the family's business. A business that, eliminates those that can't keep secrets, sells weapons around the world, and hides those that need protection. As a teen David struggles with his future in the family business and his mother's desire to have him live a customary life. Nigel, the man that identified David's father, entangles himself with David and his family again. Now, David is determined to meet Nigel, and utilize the skills he has developed. As an adult, David works for governments and organizations, doing the work they cannot. He continues to refine his skills as he learns about his family's perplexing history. While on a large job for the IRA, Nigel is caught and imprisoned. David patiently waits for Nigel's release as the family business grows and David's skills are required around the world. Finally, David has his opportunity to meet Nigel; only one of them will walk away from the encounter satisfied.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781684338573
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
David is pulled from his bed; he is seven. His father, freelancing for British intelligence, is identified while attempting to assassinate a terrorist. Now a wanted man, he must relocate his family from Northern Ireland to Canada. David is raised in the family's business. A business that, eliminates those that can't keep secrets, sells weapons around the world, and hides those that need protection. As a teen David struggles with his future in the family business and his mother's desire to have him live a customary life. Nigel, the man that identified David's father, entangles himself with David and his family again. Now, David is determined to meet Nigel, and utilize the skills he has developed. As an adult, David works for governments and organizations, doing the work they cannot. He continues to refine his skills as he learns about his family's perplexing history. While on a large job for the IRA, Nigel is caught and imprisoned. David patiently waits for Nigel's release as the family business grows and David's skills are required around the world. Finally, David has his opportunity to meet Nigel; only one of them will walk away from the encounter satisfied.
'Scuse Me While I Kill This Guy
Author: Leslie Langtry
Publisher: Gemma Halliday Publishing
ISBN: 0985411821
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
From National Bestselling author, Leslie Langtry... YOU CAN'T PICK YOUR FAMILY... Death by Chocolate is her favorite dessert. And those knitting needles aren't just for craft projects. To most people, Gin Bombay is an ordinary single mom. Then again, they don't know she's from a family of top secret assassins. Somewhere between leading a Girl Scout troop for her kindergartner--would nooses count for a knot badge?--and keeping their puppy from destroying the furniture, Gin now has to take out a new target. BUT YOU CAN PICK THEM OFF Except this target has an incredibly hot Australian bodyguard who knows just how to make her weak in the knees. But with a traitor threatening to expose everything, Gin doesn't have much time indulge her hormones. She's got to find the leak and clear her assignment...or she'll end up next on the Bombay family hit list. Other Greatest Hits Mysteries available: Guns Will Keep Us Together – book #2 Stand By Your Hitman – book #3 I Shot You Babe – book #4 Paradise by the Rifles Sights – book #5 Snuff the Magic Dragon - book #6 My Heroes Have Always Been Hitmen – book #7 Four Killing Birds – a holiday short story Have Yourself a Deadly Little Christmas – a holiday short story REVIEWS: "The Greatest Hits Mysteries are pure wicked fun! Imagine Stephanie Plum with a license to kill... and Grandma Mazur running the show. You'd be close to the Bombay Family." ~ Gemma Halliday, New York Times Bestselling author of the High Heels Mysteries “With an irreverent, tell-it-like-it-is, suburban-mom-assassin narrator, Leslie Langtry’s ‘Scuse Me While I Kill This Guy delivers wild and wicked fun.” -Julie Kenner, USA Today Bestselling Author “Darkly funny and wildly over the top, this mystery answers the burning question, ‘Do assassin skills and Girl Scout merit badges mix…’ one truly original and wacky novel!” -RT BOOKreviews “Those who like dark humor will enjoy a look into the deadliest female assassin and PTA mom’s life.” -Parkersburg News “Mixing a deadly sense of humor and plenty of sexy sizzle, Leslie Langtry creates a brilliantly original, laughter-rich mix of contemporary romance and suspense in ‘Scuse Me While I Kill This Guy” -Chicago Tribune “The beleaguered soccer mom assassin concept is a winner, and Langtry gets the fun started from page one with a myriad of clever details.” -Publisher’s Weekly
Publisher: Gemma Halliday Publishing
ISBN: 0985411821
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
From National Bestselling author, Leslie Langtry... YOU CAN'T PICK YOUR FAMILY... Death by Chocolate is her favorite dessert. And those knitting needles aren't just for craft projects. To most people, Gin Bombay is an ordinary single mom. Then again, they don't know she's from a family of top secret assassins. Somewhere between leading a Girl Scout troop for her kindergartner--would nooses count for a knot badge?--and keeping their puppy from destroying the furniture, Gin now has to take out a new target. BUT YOU CAN PICK THEM OFF Except this target has an incredibly hot Australian bodyguard who knows just how to make her weak in the knees. But with a traitor threatening to expose everything, Gin doesn't have much time indulge her hormones. She's got to find the leak and clear her assignment...or she'll end up next on the Bombay family hit list. Other Greatest Hits Mysteries available: Guns Will Keep Us Together – book #2 Stand By Your Hitman – book #3 I Shot You Babe – book #4 Paradise by the Rifles Sights – book #5 Snuff the Magic Dragon - book #6 My Heroes Have Always Been Hitmen – book #7 Four Killing Birds – a holiday short story Have Yourself a Deadly Little Christmas – a holiday short story REVIEWS: "The Greatest Hits Mysteries are pure wicked fun! Imagine Stephanie Plum with a license to kill... and Grandma Mazur running the show. You'd be close to the Bombay Family." ~ Gemma Halliday, New York Times Bestselling author of the High Heels Mysteries “With an irreverent, tell-it-like-it-is, suburban-mom-assassin narrator, Leslie Langtry’s ‘Scuse Me While I Kill This Guy delivers wild and wicked fun.” -Julie Kenner, USA Today Bestselling Author “Darkly funny and wildly over the top, this mystery answers the burning question, ‘Do assassin skills and Girl Scout merit badges mix…’ one truly original and wacky novel!” -RT BOOKreviews “Those who like dark humor will enjoy a look into the deadliest female assassin and PTA mom’s life.” -Parkersburg News “Mixing a deadly sense of humor and plenty of sexy sizzle, Leslie Langtry creates a brilliantly original, laughter-rich mix of contemporary romance and suspense in ‘Scuse Me While I Kill This Guy” -Chicago Tribune “The beleaguered soccer mom assassin concept is a winner, and Langtry gets the fun started from page one with a myriad of clever details.” -Publisher’s Weekly
The Hitmen
Author: Stephen Breen
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 1844885607
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
The No 1 Bestseller! 'A triumph' Nicola Tallant, Sunday World Crime World podcast 'An incredible catalogue of mayhem ... amazing' Pat Kenny, Newstalk 'Riveting' Irish Times Meet the Wilsons - the deadliest family in crime Brothers Eric, Keith and John Wilson, their cousin Alan, and nephew Luke shared a trade - assassination. Working for Ireland's criminal gangs they brought bloodshed and chaos to the streets. The Wilsons were not choosy about their targets. Hutches, Real IRA chiefs or random opponents from pub rows - they were all the same to them. Nor were they picky about motives - as long as the price was right, they asked no questions. The Hitmen is the shocking story of how a family cornered the market in intimidation and vengeance. It details the terrible cost in human suffering, particularly the death of an innocent teenage girl, Mariaora Rostas, when she randomly crossed their path. And it reveals how, one by one, each of the Wilsons was put out of business. The Hitmen draws on exclusive access to wire taps, case files and interviews with sources close to the gang who have never spoken before. No 1 bestselling authors Stephen Breen and Owen Conlon have written an extraordinary account of a family business like no other.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 1844885607
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
The No 1 Bestseller! 'A triumph' Nicola Tallant, Sunday World Crime World podcast 'An incredible catalogue of mayhem ... amazing' Pat Kenny, Newstalk 'Riveting' Irish Times Meet the Wilsons - the deadliest family in crime Brothers Eric, Keith and John Wilson, their cousin Alan, and nephew Luke shared a trade - assassination. Working for Ireland's criminal gangs they brought bloodshed and chaos to the streets. The Wilsons were not choosy about their targets. Hutches, Real IRA chiefs or random opponents from pub rows - they were all the same to them. Nor were they picky about motives - as long as the price was right, they asked no questions. The Hitmen is the shocking story of how a family cornered the market in intimidation and vengeance. It details the terrible cost in human suffering, particularly the death of an innocent teenage girl, Mariaora Rostas, when she randomly crossed their path. And it reveals how, one by one, each of the Wilsons was put out of business. The Hitmen draws on exclusive access to wire taps, case files and interviews with sources close to the gang who have never spoken before. No 1 bestselling authors Stephen Breen and Owen Conlon have written an extraordinary account of a family business like no other.
A Family of Assassins
Author: Ben Huntinghorse
Publisher: WingSpan Press
ISBN: 1595940928
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Escape Was Never an Option. At the age of fourteen, Will learned the truth: He was born into a family of assassins. And, although he sought a peaceful existence, being their leader was his obligation and his curse. Bloodlines chronicles the Fateson family, a group of highly trained assassins with a 400-year history. In the beginning, the family was dedicated to eliminating only targets of great evil, but the noble traditions of the family became corrupted, and now they sell their services to the highest bidder. Will, their new leader, soon discovers the evil within his family. With no desire to fight the ones he loves, he chooses to fake his own death in an attempt to escape. For over a decade he eludes them; he finds love and happiness. But one unlucky night, one chance meeting with the wrong man, and one fatal error would change his life forever. Bloodlines is a fascinating story of betrayal, love, and desire for justice.
Publisher: WingSpan Press
ISBN: 1595940928
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Escape Was Never an Option. At the age of fourteen, Will learned the truth: He was born into a family of assassins. And, although he sought a peaceful existence, being their leader was his obligation and his curse. Bloodlines chronicles the Fateson family, a group of highly trained assassins with a 400-year history. In the beginning, the family was dedicated to eliminating only targets of great evil, but the noble traditions of the family became corrupted, and now they sell their services to the highest bidder. Will, their new leader, soon discovers the evil within his family. With no desire to fight the ones he loves, he chooses to fake his own death in an attempt to escape. For over a decade he eludes them; he finds love and happiness. But one unlucky night, one chance meeting with the wrong man, and one fatal error would change his life forever. Bloodlines is a fascinating story of betrayal, love, and desire for justice.
An Assassin's Guide to Love and Treason
Author: Virginia Boecker
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 031632728X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Shakespeare in Love meets Mr. and Mrs. Smith in this witty and thrilling story of star-crossed assassins in Elizabeth England, perfect for fans of My Lady Jane and TheGentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue! When Lady Katherine's father is killed for being an illegally practicing Catholic, she discovers treason wasn't the only secret he's been hiding: he was also involved in a murder plot against the reigning Queen Elizabeth I. With nothing left to lose, Katherine disguises herself as a boy and travels to London to fulfill her father's mission, and to take it one step further -- kill the queen herself. Katherine's opportunity comes in the form of William Shakespeare's newest play, which is to be performed in front of Her Majesty. But what she doesn't know is that the play is not just a play. It's a plot to root out insurrectionists and destroy the rebellion once and for all. The mastermind behind this ruse is Toby Ellis, a young spy for the queen with secrets of his own. When Toby and Katherine are cast opposite each other as the play's leads, they find themselves inexplicably drawn to one another. But the closer they grow, the more precarious their positions become. And soon they learn that star-crossed love, mistaken identity, and betrayal are far more dangerous off the stage than on.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 031632728X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Shakespeare in Love meets Mr. and Mrs. Smith in this witty and thrilling story of star-crossed assassins in Elizabeth England, perfect for fans of My Lady Jane and TheGentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue! When Lady Katherine's father is killed for being an illegally practicing Catholic, she discovers treason wasn't the only secret he's been hiding: he was also involved in a murder plot against the reigning Queen Elizabeth I. With nothing left to lose, Katherine disguises herself as a boy and travels to London to fulfill her father's mission, and to take it one step further -- kill the queen herself. Katherine's opportunity comes in the form of William Shakespeare's newest play, which is to be performed in front of Her Majesty. But what she doesn't know is that the play is not just a play. It's a plot to root out insurrectionists and destroy the rebellion once and for all. The mastermind behind this ruse is Toby Ellis, a young spy for the queen with secrets of his own. When Toby and Katherine are cast opposite each other as the play's leads, they find themselves inexplicably drawn to one another. But the closer they grow, the more precarious their positions become. And soon they learn that star-crossed love, mistaken identity, and betrayal are far more dangerous off the stage than on.
The Assassins
Author: Jan Young
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557952743
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
Forty-six historic tales of murder and mayhem on a global scale: This book contains true stories, authenticated through the use of both modern and contemporary sources. They range from the year 1337 BCE through 2006 CE, from the United States and Europe to the Mid-east and the Orient. The murderers range from incompetent to highly competent and from despicable to glorious. The victims were prominent politically and, in some cases, financially. Some deserved to die, most did not. All four assassinations of US Presidents are included, as are three attempted Presidential assassinations. Although the stories make interesting reading by themselves, the grouping of them in a single volume gives breadth and allows the reader to understand the scope of the assassination phenomenon, to see trends and to assess their value.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557952743
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
Forty-six historic tales of murder and mayhem on a global scale: This book contains true stories, authenticated through the use of both modern and contemporary sources. They range from the year 1337 BCE through 2006 CE, from the United States and Europe to the Mid-east and the Orient. The murderers range from incompetent to highly competent and from despicable to glorious. The victims were prominent politically and, in some cases, financially. Some deserved to die, most did not. All four assassinations of US Presidents are included, as are three attempted Presidential assassinations. Although the stories make interesting reading by themselves, the grouping of them in a single volume gives breadth and allows the reader to understand the scope of the assassination phenomenon, to see trends and to assess their value.
The Secret Life of An Assassin
Author: DeiAdra NiCole
Publisher: DeiAdra NiCole
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
“The Secret Life of an Assassin” is a fictitious story about a family of assassins. The El'Poep family is a magnet for trouble, as they are frequently met with adversity. The family struggles to keep their identity as mobsters concealed. They make every effort to live their lives like an ordinary family. The problem lies in the fact that they aren’t sure what is considered ordinary. They have only known life as assassins. They are frequently reminded that they are anything except ordinary.
Publisher: DeiAdra NiCole
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
“The Secret Life of an Assassin” is a fictitious story about a family of assassins. The El'Poep family is a magnet for trouble, as they are frequently met with adversity. The family struggles to keep their identity as mobsters concealed. They make every effort to live their lives like an ordinary family. The problem lies in the fact that they aren’t sure what is considered ordinary. They have only known life as assassins. They are frequently reminded that they are anything except ordinary.
Assassin's Game
Author: Ella Sheridan
Publisher: Ella Sheridan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
I’m the genius behind the keyboard, the man at my brothers’ backs when trouble comes calling. Killing might not have been my nature, but I learned to do what I had to, to survive. To keep them alive. Now, with everything going right, with my family finally happy, a new threat has risen. A shadow. A menace that could take it all away in a single breath. And not just from my family. From hers. Nix. One glance and I knew I’d walk through fire to make her see me, make her mine. Too bad she’s not willing to see inside of me. In a world where might makes right, we’re on different sides of the spectrum, but in this game of cat-and-mouse, it will take both of us to make it out alive. * Read the continuing series that’s been hailed as “sexy, gritty, thrilling!” by NYT Bestselling Author Lara Adrian. “Suspenseful, steamy, sizzling chemistry!” — Audiobook Fascination. “Brace yourself ’cause this story is going to grab you by the balls and not let up!” — GR Reviewer
Publisher: Ella Sheridan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
I’m the genius behind the keyboard, the man at my brothers’ backs when trouble comes calling. Killing might not have been my nature, but I learned to do what I had to, to survive. To keep them alive. Now, with everything going right, with my family finally happy, a new threat has risen. A shadow. A menace that could take it all away in a single breath. And not just from my family. From hers. Nix. One glance and I knew I’d walk through fire to make her see me, make her mine. Too bad she’s not willing to see inside of me. In a world where might makes right, we’re on different sides of the spectrum, but in this game of cat-and-mouse, it will take both of us to make it out alive. * Read the continuing series that’s been hailed as “sexy, gritty, thrilling!” by NYT Bestselling Author Lara Adrian. “Suspenseful, steamy, sizzling chemistry!” — Audiobook Fascination. “Brace yourself ’cause this story is going to grab you by the balls and not let up!” — GR Reviewer
WatchDogs
Author: Mike L. Junior
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1638670617
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
WatchDogs: Abnormal Beginnings Book 1 By: Mike L. Junior The Apocalypse has come and gone. 99% of the world’s population has died. The survivors regroup in Georgia but as the years become decades, the people become less united by tragedy and more divided by self-interests. Those who remain succeed into 5 new nations. That 1% soon begins to expand with time; it also evolves. Their ancestors who survived the Apocalypse only did so because of their mutated genes and those genes only multiplied with each generation, until today’s descendants begin showing signs of abnormalities. These abnormalities give people ungodly abilities, abilities that are discriminated by the masses, so much so that Abnormals have to form guilds to have a sense of family. In WatchDogs: Abnormal Beginnings: Book 1, we join Cole as his guild has been stripped from him, and he has been left for dead. Who is the culprit of such a heinous crime? His brother. Join Cole on his epic journey of vengeance as he crosses a wasteland of a planet to get revenge from the man he trusted most. What lies ahead? Will Cole get his revenge? Can he get back what he lost? Is his journey as simple as it seems? Find out in WatchDogs: Abnormal Beginnings.
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1638670617
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
WatchDogs: Abnormal Beginnings Book 1 By: Mike L. Junior The Apocalypse has come and gone. 99% of the world’s population has died. The survivors regroup in Georgia but as the years become decades, the people become less united by tragedy and more divided by self-interests. Those who remain succeed into 5 new nations. That 1% soon begins to expand with time; it also evolves. Their ancestors who survived the Apocalypse only did so because of their mutated genes and those genes only multiplied with each generation, until today’s descendants begin showing signs of abnormalities. These abnormalities give people ungodly abilities, abilities that are discriminated by the masses, so much so that Abnormals have to form guilds to have a sense of family. In WatchDogs: Abnormal Beginnings: Book 1, we join Cole as his guild has been stripped from him, and he has been left for dead. Who is the culprit of such a heinous crime? His brother. Join Cole on his epic journey of vengeance as he crosses a wasteland of a planet to get revenge from the man he trusted most. What lies ahead? Will Cole get his revenge? Can he get back what he lost? Is his journey as simple as it seems? Find out in WatchDogs: Abnormal Beginnings.