Author: Rick Cowan
Publisher: Putnam Adult
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 408
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A NYPD detective describes his work as an undercover cop, in which role he infltrated a lethal mob cartel to uncover evidence of a conspiracy among the various mob families to extort billions of dollars from the nation's most influential corporations.
Author: Evan Ratliff
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0399590420
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 480
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The incredible true story of the decade-long quest to bring down Paul Le Roux—the creator of a frighteningly powerful Internet-enabled cartel who merged the ruthlessness of a drug lord with the technological savvy of a Silicon Valley entrepreneur. “A tour de force of shoe-leather reporting—undertaken, amid threats and menacing, at considerable personal risk.”—Los Angeles Times NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review • NPR • Evening Standard • Kirkus Reviews It all started as an online prescription drug network, supplying hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of painkillers to American customers. It would not stop there. Before long, the business had turned into a sprawling multinational conglomerate engaged in almost every conceivable aspect of criminal mayhem. Yachts carrying $100 million in cocaine. Safe houses in Hong Kong filled with gold bars. Shipments of methamphetamine from North Korea. Weapons deals with Iran. Mercenary armies in Somalia. Teams of hit men in the Philippines. Encryption programs so advanced that the government could not break them. The man behind it all, pulling the strings from a laptop in Manila, was Paul Calder Le Roux—a reclusive programmer turned criminal genius who could only exist in the networked world of the twenty-first century, and the kind of self-made crime boss that American law enforcement had never imagined. For half a decade, DEA agents played a global game of cat-and-mouse with Le Roux as he left terror and chaos in his wake. Each time they came close, he would slip away. It would take relentless investigative work, and a shocking betrayal from within his organization, to catch him. And when he was finally caught, the story turned again, as Le Roux struck a deal to bring down his own organization and the people he had once employed. Award-winning investigative journalist Evan Ratliff spent four years piecing together this intricate puzzle, chasing Le Roux’s empire and his shadowy henchmen around the world, conducting hundreds of interviews and uncovering thousands of documents. The result is a riveting, unprecedented account of a crime boss built by and for the digital age. Praise for The Mastermind “The Mastermind is true crime at its most stark and vivid depiction. Evan Ratliff’s work is well done from beginning to end, paralleling his investigative work with the work of the many federal agents developing the case against LeRoux.”—San Francisco Book Review (five stars) “A wholly engrossing story that joins the worlds of El Chapo and Edward Snowden; both disturbing and memorable.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Author: Usama Yasin
Publisher: Usama Yasin
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 219
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Over the year of 2019 and half of 2020, I worked on two series of short books. They Alley Series and the Silval Sire series. Originally I had published the books for free but I have lost the motivation to continue and so I have decided to publish all those books in one title. My name isn’t Stark Raven that is just my pen name and I am also known under the initials of U.Y.
Author: Kevin Tumlinson
Publisher: Happy Pants Books
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 306
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FORGOTTEN SECRETS UNLEASH A RISING DARKNESS IN THE WORLD The Demon Core—history records that the third and final plutonium core meant for Hiroshima was destroyed nearly a century ago. But history is wrong, and now the core reemerges in the hands of a rising power, a man bent on the destruction of the modern world. When the Governor of New York is murdered, the terrorists make two demands: Show the world the contents of Fort Knox, and step down from power—or the Demon Core will wipe Washington, DC from the map. Dr. Dan Kotler and Agent Roland Denzel are tasked with hunting down the history of the Demon Core, and to track the man who stole it in his bid for vengeance. Will they find the truth in time to save the world from a fiery holocaust? The Demon Core is the 12th Dan Kotler Archaeological Thriller.
Author: Mina Carter
Publisher: Mina Carter
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 77
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Last Christmas... She didn't give him her heart. Because the b*stard broke it five years ago. Well, okay, it's been five years since were-reindeer Rudi left the North Pole and vowed never to have anything to do with Christmas again. Since then she's thrown herself into her work as an operative with the Paranormal Protection Agency and become one of their most trusted operatives. Until someone decides that the holiday season is the perfect time to pull armed heists on a few Santa's Grotto's in the city and relieve some parents of their valuables... But the very next day... True-blooded Claus elf, and grandson of the original Santa, Nick Claus, knows how well and truly he's screwed things up with Rudi. Not only did one mistake lose him his lover, his childhood sweetheart and his best friend, but now all of the reindeer at the Pole hate him and draw straws to see who has to pull his sleigh. After five years though, he's managed to track her down to the PPA and he's determined to win her back, even if he has to go undercover as Santa to do it. Unfortunately there's an armed gang looking to make a killing, maybe literally, and Nick has to make a decision... Save Rudi or be Santa. He can't have both. genre: holiday romance, vacation romance, Christmas holiday, romantic comedy, romantic comedy series, bbw romance, urban romance, urban fantasy romance, hot romance, literature & fiction, entertainment, humor and comedy, romantic comedy, christmas romance, santa, hot santa, santa romance, paranormal romance, alpha male, fantasy
Author: Mia Consalvo
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 0262353636
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 219
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How we talk about games as real or not-real, and how that shapes what games are made and who is invited to play them. In videogame criticism, the worst insult might be “That's not a real game!” For example, “That's not a real game, it's on Facebook!” and “That's not a real game, it's a walking simulator!” But how do people judge what is a real game and what is not—what features establish a game's gameness? In this engaging book, Mia Consalvo and Christopher Paul examine the debates about the realness or not-realness of videogames and find that these discussions shape what games get made and who is invited to play them. Consalvo and Paul look at three main areas often viewed as determining a game's legitimacy: the game's pedigree (its developer), the content of the game itself, and the game's payment structure. They find, among other things, that even developers with a track record are viewed with suspicion if their games are on suspect platforms. They investigate game elements that are potentially troublesome for a game's gameness, including genres, visual aesthetics, platform, and perceived difficulty. And they explore payment models, particularly free-to-play—held by some to be a marker of illegitimacy. Finally, they examine the debate around such so-called walking simulators as Dear Esther and Gone Home. And finally, they consider what purpose is served by labeling certain games “real."
Author: Stephen Bentley
Publisher: Hendry Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 348
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Retired UK cop Steve Regan and his son Marco find themselves in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the Mob after Marco is recruited by his father's old friend, Dr Marco Lusardi. With the Mob on their tail, Steve and Marco must use their wits and cunning to survive. But as they delve deeper into the web of lies and deceit, they soon find that the stakes are higher than ever before. Will Steve and Marco be able to find their way out alive? Find out in this thrilling story of crime, corruption, and survival.
Author: Ted Bell
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593101243
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 465
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Alex Hawke is sailing into trouble when an around-the-world journey becomes a fight against terror in the latest exciting adventure from New York Times bestselling novelist Ted Bell. After saving the kidnapped heir to the British throne, gentleman spy and MI6 legend Alex Hawke is due for some downtime. He’s got a new custom built sailing yacht and a goal: to get closer to his son Alexi during an epic cruise across the seven seas. But fate and the chief of MI6, Lord David Trulove, have other plans. There’s an unholy alliance of nations who are plotting to attack Western democracies. The wily intelligence leader plans to use Hawke to drive a knife into the heart of this conspiracy. From an island base off Cuba to a secret jungle lair deep in the Amazon, on the land and the seas, the master spy and his crew of incorrigibles are in for the fight of their lives—the fight for freedom.
Author: William Potter
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1508154589
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
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Tragic pasts, secret identities, compelling personalities � the best character designs are built on these essential factors! This ultimate guide shows readers how to create costumes that reflect their characters� powers, how to design a team of characters with interesting group dynamics, and how backstory can contribute to a character�s flaws and strengths. Using classic designs, poses, and powers as references, readers will create their own unique characters. They�ll learn essential drawing skills, such as anatomy and basic color theory. Simple step-by-step instructions and tips from professional artists guide readers through the design process while encouraging creativity. Diverse character references combined with classic poses, powers, and paneling tips make this amazing book a valuable addition to any library.
Author: L.M. Somerton
Publisher: Totally Entwined Group (USA+CAD)
ISBN: 1839430737
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
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AN LGBT ROMANTIC SUSPENSE ANTHOLOGY FROM L.M. SOMERTON, CHERYL DRAGON AND ELIZABETH HOLLOWS 'Secret's Hold' by L.M. Somerton Hiding in plain sight is a risky business—in more ways than one. Jamie is hiding from the past and sacrificing a lot to do so. After witnessing a murder, he's on the run from powerful enemies. Taking a job at a rough leather bar, Spikes, is a way to survive off-grid. Bubba is the bouncer at Spikes who takes a personal interest in protecting Jamie's very cute behind, but when Jamie runs from the club in panic straight into the path of a van, there's nothing Bubba can do. Amnesia puts Jamie at risk, but his returning memories are even more dangerous. Desperate to protect his friends, he puts his life on the line for Bubba—the only person he can rely on to save his neck. 'Under His Protection' by Cheryl Dragon A cop protecting his witness... It's all business until desire becomes stronger than rules or self-control. Detective Matt Blackburn and addiction counselor Josh Braidshaw first crossed paths at the LGBTQ+ youth shelter where they both volunteered. There was mutual attraction and plenty of flirtation, but Josh's relationship kept anything from happening beyond that. The duo is again thrown together when Josh is attacked while witnessing a young boy from the shelter being kidnapped. Matt puts Josh under his personal protection and things heat up, now that both men are free. Josh wants his normal life back and Matt isn't keen to lose his career by crossing a professional line, but their close quarters and the heat that simmers between them might cause them both to change their priorities. 'Ticket to Freedom' by Elizabeth Hollows When Calvin wishes for a knight in shining armor to save him from the criminals he works for, the last thing he expects is Felix. Calvin Hughes works in a bar run by a criminal empire. He hates his life and desperately wants to escape, but he is afraid of reprisal if he does. No one who stands up to the criminals walks away alive. It's too risky. Who would do it? Someone like Felix. Felix crashes into Calvin's life and immediately throws him into danger. Felix has done the unthinkable and stolen important information from the criminals. They want him dead and, after being in the wrong place at the wrong time, they want Calvin dead too. It sounds like a disaster—but it might be everything Calvin's ever wanted.
