Author: Anne Franklin
Publisher: BookCountry
ISBN: 1463004915
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
A Winter Murderland
Author: Anne Franklin
Publisher: BookCountry
ISBN: 1463004915
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
Publisher: BookCountry
ISBN: 1463004915
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
A Winter Murderland (A DI Frank Lyle Novellas Collection)
Author: Juliet B Madison
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1326072218
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 415
Book Description
It's winter and DI Frank Lyle, along with his team, are hoping for a crime-free season. DS Thomas Fox feels threatened after a chance encounter with someone from his past. Can he and his boyfriend, James Lyle, deal with the emotional consequences of both the encounter and a revelation it forces Thomas to make? John Cassidy is found dead. As DI Lyle and his team investigate they uncover sinister secrets and darker motives as they are drawn into the unfamiliar world of pharmaceutical malpractise and the minefield of murder by prescription. A Winter Murderland also includes two DI Frank Lyle short stories, Wishing on a Star and The Dare.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1326072218
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 415
Book Description
It's winter and DI Frank Lyle, along with his team, are hoping for a crime-free season. DS Thomas Fox feels threatened after a chance encounter with someone from his past. Can he and his boyfriend, James Lyle, deal with the emotional consequences of both the encounter and a revelation it forces Thomas to make? John Cassidy is found dead. As DI Lyle and his team investigate they uncover sinister secrets and darker motives as they are drawn into the unfamiliar world of pharmaceutical malpractise and the minefield of murder by prescription. A Winter Murderland also includes two DI Frank Lyle short stories, Wishing on a Star and The Dare.
Old sins cast long shadows (A DI Frank Lyle Novella)
Author: Juliet B Madison
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1326252445
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
It would be advisable to read A Winter Murderland before buying this book. Although he is already emotionally raw from almost dying in the line of duty and having to confront a painful aspect of his past, DS Thomas Fox is soon to be faced with yet another shocking revelation. This time it's personal as it threatens to blow Thomas' life irrevocably apart and change the dynamics of the relationships he has with those he loves forever. As Thomas and his boyfriend, James Lyle, reel from the fallout they are forced to revisit the past where an emotionally devastating blow to Dr Barry Fox and his wife, Sylvia led the future Ashbeck District Coroner to make an irreversible choice This volume also contains New life of hope, the official DI Frank Lyle Christmas story 2014.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1326252445
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
It would be advisable to read A Winter Murderland before buying this book. Although he is already emotionally raw from almost dying in the line of duty and having to confront a painful aspect of his past, DS Thomas Fox is soon to be faced with yet another shocking revelation. This time it's personal as it threatens to blow Thomas' life irrevocably apart and change the dynamics of the relationships he has with those he loves forever. As Thomas and his boyfriend, James Lyle, reel from the fallout they are forced to revisit the past where an emotionally devastating blow to Dr Barry Fox and his wife, Sylvia led the future Ashbeck District Coroner to make an irreversible choice This volume also contains New life of hope, the official DI Frank Lyle Christmas story 2014.
X-Men
Author: Various
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302517619
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Collects Uncanny X-Men Annual #1, Exterminated #1, Merry X-Men Holiday Special #1. A time for grief — and a time for joy! First, in EXTERMINATION’s aftermath, the X-Men mourn their fallen brother, Cable. But no one takes it harder than his adopted daughter, Hope Summers. Can she cope with the loss, or will Hope start down a dark path from which there is no return? Only Jean Grey can save Hope from herself! Plus: Chris Claremont celebrates Nathan’s childhood with a special unseen tale! And as one Summers falls, another makes his glorious return! But just how does Cyclops come back from the dead — and who’s behind it? Then, it’s season’s greetings from the X-Men — with 25 tales of merry mutants! What does Magneto do for Hanukkah? What’s Rogue and Gambit’s first married Christmas like? And who kidnapped Jubilee?!
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302517619
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Collects Uncanny X-Men Annual #1, Exterminated #1, Merry X-Men Holiday Special #1. A time for grief — and a time for joy! First, in EXTERMINATION’s aftermath, the X-Men mourn their fallen brother, Cable. But no one takes it harder than his adopted daughter, Hope Summers. Can she cope with the loss, or will Hope start down a dark path from which there is no return? Only Jean Grey can save Hope from herself! Plus: Chris Claremont celebrates Nathan’s childhood with a special unseen tale! And as one Summers falls, another makes his glorious return! But just how does Cyclops come back from the dead — and who’s behind it? Then, it’s season’s greetings from the X-Men — with 25 tales of merry mutants! What does Magneto do for Hanukkah? What’s Rogue and Gambit’s first married Christmas like? And who kidnapped Jubilee?!
Second Chances (A DI Frank Lyle Mystery)
Author: Juliet B Madison
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291484094
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
DI Frank Lyle is about to investigate the most emotionally harrowing case of his career to date. He just doesn't realise it yet... 1982 - . A teenage girl's body is discovered on a deserted canal towpath. Lyle struggles to balance work and the demands of his embittered ex-wife, Sarah, but he is getting no closer to finding the killer. Then the wrong man is arrested and dies in custody. 1987 - Lyle is still haunted by his failure to solve the case. Then the victim's father asks him to reinvestigate. A second murder occurs. Working reluctantly with newly promoted DI Simon Ward, Lyle and his team cover old and new ground. But when the killer is finally unmasked can Lyle deal with the shocking truth of his identity?
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291484094
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
DI Frank Lyle is about to investigate the most emotionally harrowing case of his career to date. He just doesn't realise it yet... 1982 - . A teenage girl's body is discovered on a deserted canal towpath. Lyle struggles to balance work and the demands of his embittered ex-wife, Sarah, but he is getting no closer to finding the killer. Then the wrong man is arrested and dies in custody. 1987 - Lyle is still haunted by his failure to solve the case. Then the victim's father asks him to reinvestigate. A second murder occurs. Working reluctantly with newly promoted DI Simon Ward, Lyle and his team cover old and new ground. But when the killer is finally unmasked can Lyle deal with the shocking truth of his identity?
A Jaz and Luffy Cozy Mystery: Books 4-6
Author: Max Parrott
Publisher: Max Parrott
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
"A fabulous amateur sleuth mystery with a paranormal twist"--5 Stars, Readers' Favorite BOOK FOUR Murder followed her on vacation… Determined to enjoy their holiday and put the murders and mysteries of Blackwood Cove behind them for a while, Jasmine Moore and her faithful companion Luffy are looking forward to getting a well-deserved break. But murder is no stranger to the land of the rising sun. After the horrific discovery of a dead body, Jasmine finds herself plunged against her will into a new case to find a twisted killer – one that threatens to finally be her match. Stalked by an avid super-fan who knows her like a book, the killer is seemingly one step ahead of every decision Jasmine makes. Surrounded by strange sights and unfamiliar people, Jasmine and Luffy will need all the help they can get if they want to solve their toughest case yet and bring the murderer to justice. Can Jasmine outwit a killer who seems to know her better than herself? Or this time, has she finally met her match? BOOK FIVE In the middle of the ocean, a killer lurks among them… With no new mysteries for months and fresh off the excitement of her writing program, amateur sleuth Jasmine and her dog Luffy are eager to celebrate with a pet-friendly Halloween cruise. She’s sure that relaxing on the water will allow her to unwind and escape the murders which seem to follow her everywhere she goes. But the high seas offer far more than she bargained for. As soon as they’re clear of land, a horrifying discovery thrusts Jasmine into the spotlight once more. With no police to back her up and nowhere to hide, all eyes are on her – and behind those creepy masks, it’s impossible to tell friend from foe… In a race against time before the ship docks and the killer can slip away, Jasmine must unmask the murderer and solve this seemingly impossible case. Can Jasmine get to the bottom of it before anyone else meets Davy Jones? Or is she in way out of her depth? BOOK SIX ‘Tis the season for murder. With winter settling in to stay and a traveling carnival bringing an extra dose of festivity to the quiet town of Blackwood Cove, Jasmine and her faithful dog Luffy are looking forward to a picturesque winter holiday with sparkling snow and twinkling Christmas lights. But when rumors of a terrible crime sweep through the town, the carnival’s magic and wonder quickly begin to sour. As the carnival organizers scramble to maintain their joyful façade, Jasmine and Luffy are called on to put the rumors to rest – but this time, as official private detectives. Struggling for leads in an environment where every snowflake and performer’s smile is meticulously arranged, the pair of sleuths must get to the bottom of the case without upsetting the guests or causing more wild rumors to fly. Can Jasmine and Luffy solve the mystery and save Christmas before the situation spirals out of control? Or will their very first case as official private detectives fall flat?
Publisher: Max Parrott
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
"A fabulous amateur sleuth mystery with a paranormal twist"--5 Stars, Readers' Favorite BOOK FOUR Murder followed her on vacation… Determined to enjoy their holiday and put the murders and mysteries of Blackwood Cove behind them for a while, Jasmine Moore and her faithful companion Luffy are looking forward to getting a well-deserved break. But murder is no stranger to the land of the rising sun. After the horrific discovery of a dead body, Jasmine finds herself plunged against her will into a new case to find a twisted killer – one that threatens to finally be her match. Stalked by an avid super-fan who knows her like a book, the killer is seemingly one step ahead of every decision Jasmine makes. Surrounded by strange sights and unfamiliar people, Jasmine and Luffy will need all the help they can get if they want to solve their toughest case yet and bring the murderer to justice. Can Jasmine outwit a killer who seems to know her better than herself? Or this time, has she finally met her match? BOOK FIVE In the middle of the ocean, a killer lurks among them… With no new mysteries for months and fresh off the excitement of her writing program, amateur sleuth Jasmine and her dog Luffy are eager to celebrate with a pet-friendly Halloween cruise. She’s sure that relaxing on the water will allow her to unwind and escape the murders which seem to follow her everywhere she goes. But the high seas offer far more than she bargained for. As soon as they’re clear of land, a horrifying discovery thrusts Jasmine into the spotlight once more. With no police to back her up and nowhere to hide, all eyes are on her – and behind those creepy masks, it’s impossible to tell friend from foe… In a race against time before the ship docks and the killer can slip away, Jasmine must unmask the murderer and solve this seemingly impossible case. Can Jasmine get to the bottom of it before anyone else meets Davy Jones? Or is she in way out of her depth? BOOK SIX ‘Tis the season for murder. With winter settling in to stay and a traveling carnival bringing an extra dose of festivity to the quiet town of Blackwood Cove, Jasmine and her faithful dog Luffy are looking forward to a picturesque winter holiday with sparkling snow and twinkling Christmas lights. But when rumors of a terrible crime sweep through the town, the carnival’s magic and wonder quickly begin to sour. As the carnival organizers scramble to maintain their joyful façade, Jasmine and Luffy are called on to put the rumors to rest – but this time, as official private detectives. Struggling for leads in an environment where every snowflake and performer’s smile is meticulously arranged, the pair of sleuths must get to the bottom of the case without upsetting the guests or causing more wild rumors to fly. Can Jasmine and Luffy solve the mystery and save Christmas before the situation spirals out of control? Or will their very first case as official private detectives fall flat?
I'll Be Home for Mischief
Author: Jacqueline Frost
Publisher: Crooked Lane Books
ISBN: 1639109072
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Innkeeper Holly White is decking the halls this Christmas season, but someone is on the naughty list when a body is discovered in the fifth installment in the Christmas Tree Farm mystery series from bestselling author Jacqueline Frost. It’s Christmastime in Mistletoe, Maine, and the Historical Society has launched a widespread campaign to celebrate the town’s 150th anniversary. Descendants of the founding family, the Snows, have returned for the first time, and Holly is determined to make the family’s visit magical. In an attempt to put Mistletoe on the map, Holly’s mother, a respected local baker, attempts to break a record by baking the world’s largest gingerbread man, but her plans are whisked away when Mr. Snow’s body ends up in the batter. When Mr. Moore, the local mistletoe farmer, is accused of the crime, Holly reprises her role as amateur sleuth to protect the sweet older man. Between hosting the inconsolable Mrs. Snow and other guests at the inn, receiving threatening messages telling her to stop her investigation, and preparing for her first wedding anniversary with Sheriff Evan Gray, she might need a Christmas miracle to survive. When someone breaks into Holly’s office and scratches a warning into her desk, she knows she has little time left. Can Holly uncover the killer before someone else gets burned, or is her involvement a recipe for trouble?
Publisher: Crooked Lane Books
ISBN: 1639109072
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Innkeeper Holly White is decking the halls this Christmas season, but someone is on the naughty list when a body is discovered in the fifth installment in the Christmas Tree Farm mystery series from bestselling author Jacqueline Frost. It’s Christmastime in Mistletoe, Maine, and the Historical Society has launched a widespread campaign to celebrate the town’s 150th anniversary. Descendants of the founding family, the Snows, have returned for the first time, and Holly is determined to make the family’s visit magical. In an attempt to put Mistletoe on the map, Holly’s mother, a respected local baker, attempts to break a record by baking the world’s largest gingerbread man, but her plans are whisked away when Mr. Snow’s body ends up in the batter. When Mr. Moore, the local mistletoe farmer, is accused of the crime, Holly reprises her role as amateur sleuth to protect the sweet older man. Between hosting the inconsolable Mrs. Snow and other guests at the inn, receiving threatening messages telling her to stop her investigation, and preparing for her first wedding anniversary with Sheriff Evan Gray, she might need a Christmas miracle to survive. When someone breaks into Holly’s office and scratches a warning into her desk, she knows she has little time left. Can Holly uncover the killer before someone else gets burned, or is her involvement a recipe for trouble?
The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes: The Novels (Slipcased Edition) (Vol. 3) (The Annotated Books)
Author: Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393254216
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1377
Book Description
The four classic novels of Sherlock Holmes, heavily illustrated and annotated with extensive scholarly commentary, in an attractive and elegant slipcase. The publication of Leslie S. Klinger's brilliant new annotations of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's four classic Holmes novels in 2005 created a Holmes sensation. Klinger reassembles Doyle's four seminal novels in their original order, with over 1,000 notes, 350 illustrations and period photographs, and tantalizing new Sherlockian theories. Inside, readers will find: A Study in Scarlet (1887)—a tale of murder and revenge that tells of Holmes and Dr. Watson's first meeting; The Sign of Four (1889)—a chilling tale of lost treasure...and of how Watson met his wife; The Hound of the Baskervilles (1901)—hailed as the greatest mystery novel of all time; and The Valley of Fear (1914)—a fresh murder scene that leads Holmes to solve a long-forgotten mystery. Whether as a stand-alone volume or as a companion to the short stories, this classic work illuminates the timeless genius of Conan Doyle for an entirely new generation.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393254216
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1377
Book Description
The four classic novels of Sherlock Holmes, heavily illustrated and annotated with extensive scholarly commentary, in an attractive and elegant slipcase. The publication of Leslie S. Klinger's brilliant new annotations of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's four classic Holmes novels in 2005 created a Holmes sensation. Klinger reassembles Doyle's four seminal novels in their original order, with over 1,000 notes, 350 illustrations and period photographs, and tantalizing new Sherlockian theories. Inside, readers will find: A Study in Scarlet (1887)—a tale of murder and revenge that tells of Holmes and Dr. Watson's first meeting; The Sign of Four (1889)—a chilling tale of lost treasure...and of how Watson met his wife; The Hound of the Baskervilles (1901)—hailed as the greatest mystery novel of all time; and The Valley of Fear (1914)—a fresh murder scene that leads Holmes to solve a long-forgotten mystery. Whether as a stand-alone volume or as a companion to the short stories, this classic work illuminates the timeless genius of Conan Doyle for an entirely new generation.
Winter Murderland
Author: Max Parrott
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
"The series as a whole is charming and lighthearted with the endearing duo of Jaz and Luffy bringing humor and heart...Max Parrott is well-known for a witty writing style and a seamless capture of the canine personality with Luffy's huffiness and constant commentary."--5 Stars, Readers' Favorite 'Tis the season for murder. With winter settling in to stay and a traveling carnival bringing an extra dose of festivity to the quiet town of Blackwood Cove, Jasmine and her faithful dog Luffy are looking forward to a picturesque winter holiday with sparkling snow and twinkling Christmas lights. But when rumors of a terrible crime sweep through the town, the carnival's magic and wonder quickly begin to sour. As the carnival organizers scramble to maintain their joyful façade, Jasmine and Luffy are called on to put the rumors to rest - but this time, as official private detectives. Struggling for leads in an environment where every snowflake and performer's smile is meticulously arranged, the pair of sleuths must get to the bottom of the case without upsetting the guests or causing more wild rumors to fly. Can Jasmine and Luffy solve the mystery and save Christmas before the situation spirals out of control? Or will their very first case as official private detectives fall flat?
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
"The series as a whole is charming and lighthearted with the endearing duo of Jaz and Luffy bringing humor and heart...Max Parrott is well-known for a witty writing style and a seamless capture of the canine personality with Luffy's huffiness and constant commentary."--5 Stars, Readers' Favorite 'Tis the season for murder. With winter settling in to stay and a traveling carnival bringing an extra dose of festivity to the quiet town of Blackwood Cove, Jasmine and her faithful dog Luffy are looking forward to a picturesque winter holiday with sparkling snow and twinkling Christmas lights. But when rumors of a terrible crime sweep through the town, the carnival's magic and wonder quickly begin to sour. As the carnival organizers scramble to maintain their joyful façade, Jasmine and Luffy are called on to put the rumors to rest - but this time, as official private detectives. Struggling for leads in an environment where every snowflake and performer's smile is meticulously arranged, the pair of sleuths must get to the bottom of the case without upsetting the guests or causing more wild rumors to fly. Can Jasmine and Luffy solve the mystery and save Christmas before the situation spirals out of control? Or will their very first case as official private detectives fall flat?
The Seagull
Author: Simon Stephens
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350064408
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Chekhov's celebrated masterpiece is given vibrant new life in this dynamic new version by Olivier Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens. Switching effortlessly between the ridiculous and the profound, The Seagull forensically examines the transcendence and destructiveness of love. The burning need to create art and how harshly that need can be crushed permeates the play. Simon Stephens' new adaption of The Seagull received its premiere at the Lyric Hammersmith, London on 3 October 2017.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350064408
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Chekhov's celebrated masterpiece is given vibrant new life in this dynamic new version by Olivier Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens. Switching effortlessly between the ridiculous and the profound, The Seagull forensically examines the transcendence and destructiveness of love. The burning need to create art and how harshly that need can be crushed permeates the play. Simon Stephens' new adaption of The Seagull received its premiere at the Lyric Hammersmith, London on 3 October 2017.