Author: Tessa Wegert
Publisher: Severn House Publishers Ltd
ISBN: 1448308429
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Senior Investigator Shana Merchant must dredge up dark secrets and old grudges if she's to solve the murder of a prominent local citizen in the Thousand Islands community she now calls home. "Wegert nicely balances plot and characterization. Fans of Denise Mina’s Alex Morrow will be pleased" - Publishers Weekly Starred Review The body is discovered on Wolfe Island, under the shadow of an enormous wind turbine. Senior Investigator Shana Merchant, arriving on the scene with fellow investigator Tim Wellington, can't shake the feeling that she knows the victim - and the subsequent identification sends shockwaves through their community in the Thousand Islands of Upstate New York. Politics, power, passion . . . there are dark undercurrents in Shana's new home, and finding the killer means dredging up her new friends and neighbors' old grudges and long-kept secrets. That is, if the killer is from the community at all. For Shana's keeping a terrible secret of her own: eighteen months ago she escaped from serial killer Blake Bram's clutches. But has he followed her, to kill again? The Shana Merchant novels are a brilliant blend of chilling psychological thriller and gripping police procedural, set in an atmospheric island community with a small-town vibe.
Dead Wind
Author: Tessa Wegert
Publisher: Severn House Publishers Ltd
ISBN: 1448308429
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Senior Investigator Shana Merchant must dredge up dark secrets and old grudges if she's to solve the murder of a prominent local citizen in the Thousand Islands community she now calls home. "Wegert nicely balances plot and characterization. Fans of Denise Mina’s Alex Morrow will be pleased" - Publishers Weekly Starred Review The body is discovered on Wolfe Island, under the shadow of an enormous wind turbine. Senior Investigator Shana Merchant, arriving on the scene with fellow investigator Tim Wellington, can't shake the feeling that she knows the victim - and the subsequent identification sends shockwaves through their community in the Thousand Islands of Upstate New York. Politics, power, passion . . . there are dark undercurrents in Shana's new home, and finding the killer means dredging up her new friends and neighbors' old grudges and long-kept secrets. That is, if the killer is from the community at all. For Shana's keeping a terrible secret of her own: eighteen months ago she escaped from serial killer Blake Bram's clutches. But has he followed her, to kill again? The Shana Merchant novels are a brilliant blend of chilling psychological thriller and gripping police procedural, set in an atmospheric island community with a small-town vibe.
Publisher: Severn House Publishers Ltd
ISBN: 1448308429
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Senior Investigator Shana Merchant must dredge up dark secrets and old grudges if she's to solve the murder of a prominent local citizen in the Thousand Islands community she now calls home. "Wegert nicely balances plot and characterization. Fans of Denise Mina’s Alex Morrow will be pleased" - Publishers Weekly Starred Review The body is discovered on Wolfe Island, under the shadow of an enormous wind turbine. Senior Investigator Shana Merchant, arriving on the scene with fellow investigator Tim Wellington, can't shake the feeling that she knows the victim - and the subsequent identification sends shockwaves through their community in the Thousand Islands of Upstate New York. Politics, power, passion . . . there are dark undercurrents in Shana's new home, and finding the killer means dredging up her new friends and neighbors' old grudges and long-kept secrets. That is, if the killer is from the community at all. For Shana's keeping a terrible secret of her own: eighteen months ago she escaped from serial killer Blake Bram's clutches. But has he followed her, to kill again? The Shana Merchant novels are a brilliant blend of chilling psychological thriller and gripping police procedural, set in an atmospheric island community with a small-town vibe.
Dead Wind
Author: Bill Threet
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1483600602
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
As a young man struggling in a relationship through the family's boat building business, Jeff decides to break from the lack of acceptance from his father and strike out on his own. With only his old truck and a few belongings, he heads to the Florida Keys to start his own life. Jeff runs across an old run down home, boathouse and a strange neighbor. He gets involved with some of the locals of the town and his business brings unexpected adventure, strength and dangers he would never dream while changing him and those he meets.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1483600602
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
As a young man struggling in a relationship through the family's boat building business, Jeff decides to break from the lack of acceptance from his father and strike out on his own. With only his old truck and a few belongings, he heads to the Florida Keys to start his own life. Jeff runs across an old run down home, boathouse and a strange neighbor. He gets involved with some of the locals of the town and his business brings unexpected adventure, strength and dangers he would never dream while changing him and those he meets.
Thief of Tides
Author: T.W. Bradfield
Publisher: Timothy Bradfield
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 584
Book Description
In the thrilling sequel to ‘Prince of Ruins,’ ‘Thief of Tides’ continues with Princess Elora, alongside her twin brother Jahn and his love Maree, facing a new peril. With her magical powers spiraling out of control, their only hope lies on a legendary island that is said to possess the power to balance her magic. Aboard the storied ships Deadwind and Dauntless, their quest is as dangerous as it is urgent. Pursued by the Seeker, a shadowy Church Inquisitor, and a formidable mercenary with a complex link to their mysterious captains, the trio confronts not just physical dangers but also the deep-seated fears and secrets that threaten to tear them apart. ‘Thief of Tides’ weaves a tale of intrigue, loyalty, and the enduring struggle to protect those we love. Set against a backdrop of uncharted seas and mysterious lands, Elora, Jahn, and Maree must navigate treacherous waters, both literal and metaphorical. Will they find salvation on the mythical island, or will their journey expose truths that some wish remained hidden?
Publisher: Timothy Bradfield
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 584
Book Description
In the thrilling sequel to ‘Prince of Ruins,’ ‘Thief of Tides’ continues with Princess Elora, alongside her twin brother Jahn and his love Maree, facing a new peril. With her magical powers spiraling out of control, their only hope lies on a legendary island that is said to possess the power to balance her magic. Aboard the storied ships Deadwind and Dauntless, their quest is as dangerous as it is urgent. Pursued by the Seeker, a shadowy Church Inquisitor, and a formidable mercenary with a complex link to their mysterious captains, the trio confronts not just physical dangers but also the deep-seated fears and secrets that threaten to tear them apart. ‘Thief of Tides’ weaves a tale of intrigue, loyalty, and the enduring struggle to protect those we love. Set against a backdrop of uncharted seas and mysterious lands, Elora, Jahn, and Maree must navigate treacherous waters, both literal and metaphorical. Will they find salvation on the mythical island, or will their journey expose truths that some wish remained hidden?
King of Clouds
Author: T.W. Bradfield
Publisher: Timothy Bradfield
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 766
Book Description
‘King of Clouds’, the gripping third installment of the Children of Ingvald series, plunges Elora and Jahn into a storm of betrayal, magic, and redemption. Upon returning from their royal expedition, they find their homeland, Ingvald, in ruins—overthrown by the neighboring kingdom of Karim and a corrupt Church. With their father, the Emperor, exiled and their kingdom in disarray, the twins must rely on their allies aboard the Deadwind and Dauntless to reclaim their home. As shifting alliances and old betrayals come to light, Elora and Jahn navigate a dangerous world of political intrigue, ancient magic, and personal vendettas. Their journey to find their father is fraught with peril as long-buried family secrets threaten to unravel the very foundation of Ingvald’s royalty. With battles raging across kingdoms and loyalties tested to their breaking point, Elora, Jahn, and their companions must face enemies both old and new. The ultimate confrontation will reveal treachery long hidden in the shadows—secrets that could change the fate of the empire forever. ‘King of Clouds’ is a thrilling, high-stakes chapter in the saga, setting the stage for greater conflicts and sacrifices still to come.
Publisher: Timothy Bradfield
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 766
Book Description
‘King of Clouds’, the gripping third installment of the Children of Ingvald series, plunges Elora and Jahn into a storm of betrayal, magic, and redemption. Upon returning from their royal expedition, they find their homeland, Ingvald, in ruins—overthrown by the neighboring kingdom of Karim and a corrupt Church. With their father, the Emperor, exiled and their kingdom in disarray, the twins must rely on their allies aboard the Deadwind and Dauntless to reclaim their home. As shifting alliances and old betrayals come to light, Elora and Jahn navigate a dangerous world of political intrigue, ancient magic, and personal vendettas. Their journey to find their father is fraught with peril as long-buried family secrets threaten to unravel the very foundation of Ingvald’s royalty. With battles raging across kingdoms and loyalties tested to their breaking point, Elora, Jahn, and their companions must face enemies both old and new. The ultimate confrontation will reveal treachery long hidden in the shadows—secrets that could change the fate of the empire forever. ‘King of Clouds’ is a thrilling, high-stakes chapter in the saga, setting the stage for greater conflicts and sacrifices still to come.
Deadwind Sea
Author: Josh Wagner
Publisher: BookCountry
ISBN: 1463002106
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
No one could believe their eyes when Sergio, the unluckiest shepherd in the village, married Ivette, the most beautiful woman in Spain. But when Ivette dies six days after their wedding, Sergio embarks on a fantastic voyage across the Western Sea to bring her back from the Land of the Dead. The story begins in 14th century Spain, making stops in Rome, Byzantium, and the North Pole before following the setting sun into the timeless Land of the Dead. On the way Sergio encounters a ship-full of lazy pirates, a monster hunter displaced in time, a psychotic Kris Kringle, and some seriously mind-bending cosmology. Arriving at last on the untouched continent that history would later call "America", Sergio finds himself at the heart of a drama to liberate the new frontier from stagnation, a drama that takes him far beyond the world's horizon.
Publisher: BookCountry
ISBN: 1463002106
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
No one could believe their eyes when Sergio, the unluckiest shepherd in the village, married Ivette, the most beautiful woman in Spain. But when Ivette dies six days after their wedding, Sergio embarks on a fantastic voyage across the Western Sea to bring her back from the Land of the Dead. The story begins in 14th century Spain, making stops in Rome, Byzantium, and the North Pole before following the setting sun into the timeless Land of the Dead. On the way Sergio encounters a ship-full of lazy pirates, a monster hunter displaced in time, a psychotic Kris Kringle, and some seriously mind-bending cosmology. Arriving at last on the untouched continent that history would later call "America", Sergio finds himself at the heart of a drama to liberate the new frontier from stagnation, a drama that takes him far beyond the world's horizon.
Corpus Linguistics and Translation Tools for Digital Humanities
Author: Stefania M. Maci
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350275247
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Presenting the digital humanities as both a domain of practice and as a set of methodological approaches to be applied to corpus linguistics and translation, chapters in this volume provide a novel and original framework to triangulate research for pursuing both scientific and educational goals within the digital humanities. They also highlight more broadly the importance of data triangulation in corpus linguistics and translation studies. Putting forward practical applications for digging into data, this book is a detailed examination of how to integrate quantitative and qualitative approaches through case studies, sample analysis and practical examples.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350275247
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Presenting the digital humanities as both a domain of practice and as a set of methodological approaches to be applied to corpus linguistics and translation, chapters in this volume provide a novel and original framework to triangulate research for pursuing both scientific and educational goals within the digital humanities. They also highlight more broadly the importance of data triangulation in corpus linguistics and translation studies. Putting forward practical applications for digging into data, this book is a detailed examination of how to integrate quantitative and qualitative approaches through case studies, sample analysis and practical examples.
The Dead Season
Author: Tessa Wegert
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593097912
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
Senior Investigator Shana Merchant has spent years running from her past. But she never imagined a murder case would drive her to the most dangerous place of all—home. After leaving the NYPD following her abduction by serial killer Blake Bram, Shana Merchant hoped for a fresh start in the Thousand Islands of Upstate New York. Her former tormentor has other plans. Shana and Bram share more than just a hometown, and he won’t let her forget it. When the decades-old skeleton of Shana's estranged uncle is uncovered, Bram issues a challenge: Return home to Vermont and solve the cold case, or the blood he spills next will be on her hands. As Shana interviews members of her family and the community, mining for secrets that could help her solve her uncle's murder, she begins to realize how little she remembers of her childhood. And when Bram grows impatient and kidnaps again, leaving a trail of clues Shana alone can understand, she knows his new victim will only survive if she wins the psychopath’s twisted game. In order to solve one mystery, Shana must wade into her murky past to unravel another.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593097912
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
Senior Investigator Shana Merchant has spent years running from her past. But she never imagined a murder case would drive her to the most dangerous place of all—home. After leaving the NYPD following her abduction by serial killer Blake Bram, Shana Merchant hoped for a fresh start in the Thousand Islands of Upstate New York. Her former tormentor has other plans. Shana and Bram share more than just a hometown, and he won’t let her forget it. When the decades-old skeleton of Shana's estranged uncle is uncovered, Bram issues a challenge: Return home to Vermont and solve the cold case, or the blood he spills next will be on her hands. As Shana interviews members of her family and the community, mining for secrets that could help her solve her uncle's murder, she begins to realize how little she remembers of her childhood. And when Bram grows impatient and kidnaps again, leaving a trail of clues Shana alone can understand, she knows his new victim will only survive if she wins the psychopath’s twisted game. In order to solve one mystery, Shana must wade into her murky past to unravel another.
The Yellow Painted Man
Author: Jason Roberts
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781701938403
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
In 1863 as war rages in Mexico and the United States, another millennia old conflict is escalating. Fueled by the whims of an eldritch intelligence, all of mankind is subject to its sway.Samuel Sheldon is a chosen heir of the Trust, an enigmatic and gold obsessed cabal with origins seeped in the secret history of the world. When his prisoner, Mangas Coloradas, is murdered on Sheldon's first assignment, an unpredictable series of events threaten to upset the Trust's flawless designs. Determined to prove his worth, Sheldon is tasked with recovering a vast horde of missing gold; an endeavor that swiftly spirals into a supernatural odyssey of violence sprawling from the siege of Richmond to the wastelands of Mexico. Obstructed by treachery and confronted with the strange secrets of his employers, Sheldon must decide if the rewards of power are worth the price.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781701938403
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
In 1863 as war rages in Mexico and the United States, another millennia old conflict is escalating. Fueled by the whims of an eldritch intelligence, all of mankind is subject to its sway.Samuel Sheldon is a chosen heir of the Trust, an enigmatic and gold obsessed cabal with origins seeped in the secret history of the world. When his prisoner, Mangas Coloradas, is murdered on Sheldon's first assignment, an unpredictable series of events threaten to upset the Trust's flawless designs. Determined to prove his worth, Sheldon is tasked with recovering a vast horde of missing gold; an endeavor that swiftly spirals into a supernatural odyssey of violence sprawling from the siege of Richmond to the wastelands of Mexico. Obstructed by treachery and confronted with the strange secrets of his employers, Sheldon must decide if the rewards of power are worth the price.
Structural Steel
Author: Skelton (R.A.) & Co
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Steel
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Steel
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
The Theory of Structures
Author: Richard John Woods
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Strains and stresses
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Strains and stresses
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description