Author: Craig Henderson
Publisher: Grove Press
ISBN: 0802159710
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
From a brilliant new voice, Welcome to the Game is a gripping thriller that races through Motor City at heart-stopping pace as its protagonists swerve to avoid danger at every turn Craig Henderson screeches onto the scene with this fast-paced debut starring ex-rally driver Spencer Burnham. Having moved his family from England to Detroit and opened a foreign car dealership, Spencer’s life was derailed by the death of his beloved wife. Now disconnected from his young daughter and losing control of the cocktail of drugs and alcohol that gets him through the day, he only just keeps Child Protective Services at bay while his business teeters on the edge of bankruptcy. Then he has a seemingly chance encounter with a charismatic but lethal gangster, Dominic McGrath. Feeling the squeeze from informants, the rise of tech surveillance, and a hotshot detective who’s made busting him a personal crusade, McGrath’s been planning a last heist that would allow a comfortable retirement, provided he can find a very special type of driver—one who’s capable, trustworthy . . . and naïve. Spencer quickly proves himself behind the wheel, with his innate sense of timing and precise, high-speed maneuvers. And McGrath even pays cash, lots of it. But it comes at a price; Spencer finds himself playing in an arena where rookies don’t last long. Wising up to the ruthlessness behind McGrath’s charming façade, he tries to break free, but McGrath has too much invested to allow him to leave. As the city swelters in a heat wave, the two men apply their considerable talents to besting each other, while mistakenly assuming they have only each other to beat.
Welcome to the Game
Author: Craig Henderson
Publisher: Grove Press
ISBN: 0802159710
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
From a brilliant new voice, Welcome to the Game is a gripping thriller that races through Motor City at heart-stopping pace as its protagonists swerve to avoid danger at every turn Craig Henderson screeches onto the scene with this fast-paced debut starring ex-rally driver Spencer Burnham. Having moved his family from England to Detroit and opened a foreign car dealership, Spencer’s life was derailed by the death of his beloved wife. Now disconnected from his young daughter and losing control of the cocktail of drugs and alcohol that gets him through the day, he only just keeps Child Protective Services at bay while his business teeters on the edge of bankruptcy. Then he has a seemingly chance encounter with a charismatic but lethal gangster, Dominic McGrath. Feeling the squeeze from informants, the rise of tech surveillance, and a hotshot detective who’s made busting him a personal crusade, McGrath’s been planning a last heist that would allow a comfortable retirement, provided he can find a very special type of driver—one who’s capable, trustworthy . . . and naïve. Spencer quickly proves himself behind the wheel, with his innate sense of timing and precise, high-speed maneuvers. And McGrath even pays cash, lots of it. But it comes at a price; Spencer finds himself playing in an arena where rookies don’t last long. Wising up to the ruthlessness behind McGrath’s charming façade, he tries to break free, but McGrath has too much invested to allow him to leave. As the city swelters in a heat wave, the two men apply their considerable talents to besting each other, while mistakenly assuming they have only each other to beat.
Publisher: Grove Press
ISBN: 0802159710
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
From a brilliant new voice, Welcome to the Game is a gripping thriller that races through Motor City at heart-stopping pace as its protagonists swerve to avoid danger at every turn Craig Henderson screeches onto the scene with this fast-paced debut starring ex-rally driver Spencer Burnham. Having moved his family from England to Detroit and opened a foreign car dealership, Spencer’s life was derailed by the death of his beloved wife. Now disconnected from his young daughter and losing control of the cocktail of drugs and alcohol that gets him through the day, he only just keeps Child Protective Services at bay while his business teeters on the edge of bankruptcy. Then he has a seemingly chance encounter with a charismatic but lethal gangster, Dominic McGrath. Feeling the squeeze from informants, the rise of tech surveillance, and a hotshot detective who’s made busting him a personal crusade, McGrath’s been planning a last heist that would allow a comfortable retirement, provided he can find a very special type of driver—one who’s capable, trustworthy . . . and naïve. Spencer quickly proves himself behind the wheel, with his innate sense of timing and precise, high-speed maneuvers. And McGrath even pays cash, lots of it. But it comes at a price; Spencer finds himself playing in an arena where rookies don’t last long. Wising up to the ruthlessness behind McGrath’s charming façade, he tries to break free, but McGrath has too much invested to allow him to leave. As the city swelters in a heat wave, the two men apply their considerable talents to besting each other, while mistakenly assuming they have only each other to beat.
Black Widow
Author: Richard Morgan
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302518135
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Collects Black Widow (2004) #1-6, Black Widow: The Things They Say About Her (2005) #1-6. The deadliest agent in the Marvel Universe has finally gotten out of the spy game! The Black Widow's not asking much - just a life of her own. But an assassination attempt provides a harsh reality check, kicking off a string of international killings that leads Natasha Romanoff back to a Russia she can barely recognize. Whoever said you can't go home again never reckoned with the Black Widow! People may say that she's a traitor, a murderer or worse. But one thing's for sure - the Black Widow is not to be crossed! The last man foolish enough to do so paid the highest price, but his powerful friends will ensure that Natasha doesn't get off easy - and not even Nick Fury can protect her this time!
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302518135
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Collects Black Widow (2004) #1-6, Black Widow: The Things They Say About Her (2005) #1-6. The deadliest agent in the Marvel Universe has finally gotten out of the spy game! The Black Widow's not asking much - just a life of her own. But an assassination attempt provides a harsh reality check, kicking off a string of international killings that leads Natasha Romanoff back to a Russia she can barely recognize. Whoever said you can't go home again never reckoned with the Black Widow! People may say that she's a traitor, a murderer or worse. But one thing's for sure - the Black Widow is not to be crossed! The last man foolish enough to do so paid the highest price, but his powerful friends will ensure that Natasha doesn't get off easy - and not even Nick Fury can protect her this time!
Escape Room
Author: Christopher Edge
Publisher: Nosy Crow
ISBN: 1788007956
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
The latest mind-blowing novel from award-winning author Christopher Edge, Escape Room is a thrilling adventure that challenges readers to think about what they've done to save the world today. When twelve-year-old Ami arrives at The Escape, she thinks it's just a game - the ultimate escape room with puzzles and challenges to beat before time runs out. Meeting her teammates, Adjoa, Ibrahim, Oscar and Min, Ami learns from the Host that they have been chosen to save the world and they must work together to find the Answer. But as he locks them inside the first room, they quickly realise this is no ordinary game. From a cavernous library of dust to an ancient Mayan tomb, a deserted shopping mall stalked by extinct animals to the command module of a spaceship heading to Mars, the perils of The Escape seem endless. Can Ami and her friends find the Answer before it's too late? With cover illustration by David Dean. "A writer of genuine originality" - Guardian Check out these other brilliant books from Christopher Edge: - The Many Worlds of Albie Bright - The Jamie Drake Equation - The Infinite Lives of Maisy Day - - The Longest Night of Charlie Noon -
Publisher: Nosy Crow
ISBN: 1788007956
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
The latest mind-blowing novel from award-winning author Christopher Edge, Escape Room is a thrilling adventure that challenges readers to think about what they've done to save the world today. When twelve-year-old Ami arrives at The Escape, she thinks it's just a game - the ultimate escape room with puzzles and challenges to beat before time runs out. Meeting her teammates, Adjoa, Ibrahim, Oscar and Min, Ami learns from the Host that they have been chosen to save the world and they must work together to find the Answer. But as he locks them inside the first room, they quickly realise this is no ordinary game. From a cavernous library of dust to an ancient Mayan tomb, a deserted shopping mall stalked by extinct animals to the command module of a spaceship heading to Mars, the perils of The Escape seem endless. Can Ami and her friends find the Answer before it's too late? With cover illustration by David Dean. "A writer of genuine originality" - Guardian Check out these other brilliant books from Christopher Edge: - The Many Worlds of Albie Bright - The Jamie Drake Equation - The Infinite Lives of Maisy Day - - The Longest Night of Charlie Noon -
The Game
Author: Scott Kershaw
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008395497
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
To save their life, you have to play. *The #1 audio bestseller* ‘Exciting and original’ Simon McCleave ‘Dark, fiendish, riveting’ Janice Hallett ‘This year’s must-read thriller’ Adam Croft ___
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008395497
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
To save their life, you have to play. *The #1 audio bestseller* ‘Exciting and original’ Simon McCleave ‘Dark, fiendish, riveting’ Janice Hallett ‘This year’s must-read thriller’ Adam Croft ___
Welcome To The Zone
Author: Scott Ford
Publisher: Outskirts Press
ISBN: 147870652X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Listen to Scott's interview on "The Book Club: Welcome To The Zone, Part 1" at: http://www.internetradiopros.com/bookclub
Publisher: Outskirts Press
ISBN: 147870652X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Listen to Scott's interview on "The Book Club: Welcome To The Zone, Part 1" at: http://www.internetradiopros.com/bookclub
Invitation to the Game
Author: Monica Hughes
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671866923
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
Unemployed after high school in the highly robotic society of 2154, Lisse and seven friends resign themselves to a boring existence in their "Designated Area" until the government invites them to play The Game.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671866923
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
Unemployed after high school in the highly robotic society of 2154, Lisse and seven friends resign themselves to a boring existence in their "Designated Area" until the government invites them to play The Game.
The Game Trilogy
Author: Anders de la Motte
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1443431583
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1050
Book Description
The groundbreaking thriller trilogy taking the world by storm: a deadly game that blurs the line between reality and fiction. Join Henrik “HP” Petterson in the thrilling world of the Game! This special bundle includes all three books in Anders de la Motte’s Game Trilogy: Game, Buzz, and Bubble. In Game, Henrik “HP” Petterson, a slacker with a big ego and no impulse control, finds a cellphone that invites him to play a mysterious, high-stakes game. HP loves the thrill, but it soon becomes clear there is something more sinister at play. In Buzz, HP is newly wealthy due to his success at the Game, but he misses the excitement. When he meets the beautiful and enigmatic Anna Argos, she throws HP’s life into chaos, pitting him against a threat whose existence he cannot prove. In Bubble, HP is living off the grid, hiding from both the police and the makers of the Game. With everything at stake, HP resolves to complete one final mission in order to expose the Game and finally uncover the truth behind it. Praise for The Game trilogy: “Exciting first in a thriller trilogy.... Relentless pacing leads to a stunning finale.” —Publishers Weekly “A taut thriller that will leave the reader excited for the next book in the series.” —Kirkus Reviews “Utterly brilliant.” —Dast Magazine (Sweden) “An insanely entertaining read.... A true thriller delight.” —Skånska Dagbladet (Sweden) “Entertaining and breathless.... Pure entertainment.” —Litteratursiden.dk (Denmark) “Brilliant and fast-paced.... Destined to be an international success.” —Chi (Italy) “Having read Game, you will put aside Mankell and Larsson.” —Polska Dziennik Lódzki (Poland) “Skillfully constructed, very suspenseful and incessantly astonishing.” —Sydsvenskan (Sweden) “A modern thriller that beats all the classic crime stories.” —Mladá fronta Dnes (Czech Republic) “A trilogy you shouldn’t miss.... Escalates to a breakneck level.” —Dagens Nyheter (Sweden) “Once you've picked up this breathtaking novel you won't be able to put it down.... Incredibly fascinating reading.” —AGM Magazin (Germany) “Delightful and thrilling.” —Ekstra Bladet (Denmark) “A perfect story and a completely new style of Scandinavian crime fiction.” —Deník (Czech Republic) “One of the best insights into the vernacular and thinking of the computer generation that we have seen in print... A fast-paced, suspenseful and fun story.” —Fréttabladid (Iceland) “Keeps you enthralled until the very last page.” —Politiken (Denmark)
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1443431583
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1050
Book Description
The groundbreaking thriller trilogy taking the world by storm: a deadly game that blurs the line between reality and fiction. Join Henrik “HP” Petterson in the thrilling world of the Game! This special bundle includes all three books in Anders de la Motte’s Game Trilogy: Game, Buzz, and Bubble. In Game, Henrik “HP” Petterson, a slacker with a big ego and no impulse control, finds a cellphone that invites him to play a mysterious, high-stakes game. HP loves the thrill, but it soon becomes clear there is something more sinister at play. In Buzz, HP is newly wealthy due to his success at the Game, but he misses the excitement. When he meets the beautiful and enigmatic Anna Argos, she throws HP’s life into chaos, pitting him against a threat whose existence he cannot prove. In Bubble, HP is living off the grid, hiding from both the police and the makers of the Game. With everything at stake, HP resolves to complete one final mission in order to expose the Game and finally uncover the truth behind it. Praise for The Game trilogy: “Exciting first in a thriller trilogy.... Relentless pacing leads to a stunning finale.” —Publishers Weekly “A taut thriller that will leave the reader excited for the next book in the series.” —Kirkus Reviews “Utterly brilliant.” —Dast Magazine (Sweden) “An insanely entertaining read.... A true thriller delight.” —Skånska Dagbladet (Sweden) “Entertaining and breathless.... Pure entertainment.” —Litteratursiden.dk (Denmark) “Brilliant and fast-paced.... Destined to be an international success.” —Chi (Italy) “Having read Game, you will put aside Mankell and Larsson.” —Polska Dziennik Lódzki (Poland) “Skillfully constructed, very suspenseful and incessantly astonishing.” —Sydsvenskan (Sweden) “A modern thriller that beats all the classic crime stories.” —Mladá fronta Dnes (Czech Republic) “A trilogy you shouldn’t miss.... Escalates to a breakneck level.” —Dagens Nyheter (Sweden) “Once you've picked up this breathtaking novel you won't be able to put it down.... Incredibly fascinating reading.” —AGM Magazin (Germany) “Delightful and thrilling.” —Ekstra Bladet (Denmark) “A perfect story and a completely new style of Scandinavian crime fiction.” —Deník (Czech Republic) “One of the best insights into the vernacular and thinking of the computer generation that we have seen in print... A fast-paced, suspenseful and fun story.” —Fréttabladid (Iceland) “Keeps you enthralled until the very last page.” —Politiken (Denmark)
This Book Loves You
Author: PewDiePie
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101999063
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
This Book Loves You by PewDiePie is a collection of beautifully illustrated inspirational sayings by which you should live your life. If you follow each and every one, your life will become easier, more fabulous, more rewarding. Imagine what a chilled-out and wonderful human being people would think you were if you lived by the simple principle "You can never fail if you never try." Your wasted life would be an inspiration to others. Think of all the pointless, unhappy striving you could simply give up. Throw away that guitar! Give up on your dreams! Embrace your astounding mediocrity. This Book Loves You has something for everyone--or at least everyone willing to give up and stop caring. If all else fails, remember: "Don’t be yourself. Be a pizza. Everyone loves pizza."
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101999063
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
This Book Loves You by PewDiePie is a collection of beautifully illustrated inspirational sayings by which you should live your life. If you follow each and every one, your life will become easier, more fabulous, more rewarding. Imagine what a chilled-out and wonderful human being people would think you were if you lived by the simple principle "You can never fail if you never try." Your wasted life would be an inspiration to others. Think of all the pointless, unhappy striving you could simply give up. Throw away that guitar! Give up on your dreams! Embrace your astounding mediocrity. This Book Loves You has something for everyone--or at least everyone willing to give up and stop caring. If all else fails, remember: "Don’t be yourself. Be a pizza. Everyone loves pizza."
Game Feel
Author: Steve Swink
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1482267330
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 377
Book Description
"Game Feel" exposes "feel" as a hidden language in game design that no one has fully articulated yet. The language could be compared to the building blocks of music (time signatures, chord progressions, verse) - no matter the instruments, style or time period - these building blocks come into play. Feel and sensation are similar building blocks whe
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1482267330
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 377
Book Description
"Game Feel" exposes "feel" as a hidden language in game design that no one has fully articulated yet. The language could be compared to the building blocks of music (time signatures, chord progressions, verse) - no matter the instruments, style or time period - these building blocks come into play. Feel and sensation are similar building blocks whe
Game
Author: Anders de la Motte
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1443417386
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Aimless young Henrik “HP” Petterson finds a cellphone on a Stockholm train that invites him to play a game: in no time, he’s embarking on daring, high-stakes missions that turn his ordinary life extraordinary. HP loves the thrill, and the rewards, but is there a sinister side to the seemingly innocent contest? Meanwhile, ambitious Detective Rebecca Normén is moving up the career ladder in the Swedish Secret Service but is troubled by the handwritten notes she keeps finding in her locker. Whoever writes them knows way too much about her past. HP’s and Rebecca’s worlds inevitably collide. But if reality is just a game, then what is real? Praise for The Game trilogy: “Exciting first in a thriller trilogy.... Relentless pacing leads to a stunning finale.” —Publishers Weekly “A taut thriller that will leave the reader excited for the next book in the series.” —Kirkus Reviews “Utterly brilliant.” —Dast Magazine (Sweden) “An insanely entertaining read.... A true thriller delight.” —Skånska Dagbladet (Sweden) “Entertaining and breathless.... Pure entertainment.” —Litteratursiden.dk (Denmark) “Brilliant and fast-paced.... Destined to be an international success.” —Chi (Italy) “Having read Game, you will put aside Mankell and Larsson.” —Polska Dziennik Lódzki (Poland) “Skillfully constructed, very suspenseful and incessantly astonishing.” —Sydsvenskan (Sweden) “A modern thriller that beats all the classic crime stories.” —Mladá fronta Dnes (Czech Republic) “A trilogy you shouldn’t miss.... Escalates to a breakneck level.” —Dagens Nyheter (Sweden) “Once you've picked up this breathtaking novel you won't be able to put it down.... Incredibly fascinating reading.” —AGM Magazin (Germany) “Delightful and thrilling.” —Ekstra Bladet (Denmark) “A perfect story and a completely new style of Scandinavian crime fiction.” —Deník (Czech Republic) “One of the best insights into the vernacular and thinking of the computer generation that we have seen in print... A fast-paced, suspenseful and fun story.” —Fréttabladid (Iceland) “Keeps you enthralled until the very last page.” —Politiken (Denmark)
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1443417386
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Aimless young Henrik “HP” Petterson finds a cellphone on a Stockholm train that invites him to play a game: in no time, he’s embarking on daring, high-stakes missions that turn his ordinary life extraordinary. HP loves the thrill, and the rewards, but is there a sinister side to the seemingly innocent contest? Meanwhile, ambitious Detective Rebecca Normén is moving up the career ladder in the Swedish Secret Service but is troubled by the handwritten notes she keeps finding in her locker. Whoever writes them knows way too much about her past. HP’s and Rebecca’s worlds inevitably collide. But if reality is just a game, then what is real? Praise for The Game trilogy: “Exciting first in a thriller trilogy.... Relentless pacing leads to a stunning finale.” —Publishers Weekly “A taut thriller that will leave the reader excited for the next book in the series.” —Kirkus Reviews “Utterly brilliant.” —Dast Magazine (Sweden) “An insanely entertaining read.... A true thriller delight.” —Skånska Dagbladet (Sweden) “Entertaining and breathless.... Pure entertainment.” —Litteratursiden.dk (Denmark) “Brilliant and fast-paced.... Destined to be an international success.” —Chi (Italy) “Having read Game, you will put aside Mankell and Larsson.” —Polska Dziennik Lódzki (Poland) “Skillfully constructed, very suspenseful and incessantly astonishing.” —Sydsvenskan (Sweden) “A modern thriller that beats all the classic crime stories.” —Mladá fronta Dnes (Czech Republic) “A trilogy you shouldn’t miss.... Escalates to a breakneck level.” —Dagens Nyheter (Sweden) “Once you've picked up this breathtaking novel you won't be able to put it down.... Incredibly fascinating reading.” —AGM Magazin (Germany) “Delightful and thrilling.” —Ekstra Bladet (Denmark) “A perfect story and a completely new style of Scandinavian crime fiction.” —Deník (Czech Republic) “One of the best insights into the vernacular and thinking of the computer generation that we have seen in print... A fast-paced, suspenseful and fun story.” —Fréttabladid (Iceland) “Keeps you enthralled until the very last page.” —Politiken (Denmark)