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Christine
by Stephen KingChristine was eating into his mind, burrowing into his unconscious.Christine, blood-red, fat, and finned, was twenty. Her promise lay all in her past. Greedy and big, she was Arnie's obsession, a '58 Plymouth Fury. Broken down but not finished.There was still power in her - a frightening power that leaked like sump oil, staining and corrupting. A malign power that corroded the mind and turned ownership into Possession.
Christine (Famous Authors Ser. #Vol. 6004378)
by Stephen KingStephen King&’s ultimate evil vehicle of terror, Christine: the frightening story of a nerdy teenager who falls in love with his vintage Plymouth Fury. It&’s love at first sight, but this car is no lady.Evil is alive in Libertyville. It inhabits a custom-painted red and white 1958 Plymouth Fury named Christine and young Arnold Cunningham, who buys it. Along with Arnold’s girlfriend, Leigh Cabot, Dennis Guilder attempts to find out the real truth behind Christine and finds more than he bargained for: from murder to suicide, there’s a peculiar feeling that surrounds Christine—she gets revenge on anyone standing in her path. Can Dennis save Arnold from the wrath of Christine? This #1 national bestseller is “Vintage Stephen King…breathtaking…awesome. Carries such momentum the reader must force himself to slow down” (The New York Times Book Review).
Christine Feehan Ghostwalkers novels 1-5
by Christine FeehanMore information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA.
Christine Morris Mysteries 2-Book Bundle: Does Your Mother Know? / The K Handshape
by Maureen JenningsThis double edition of the Christine Morris Mystery series presents Maureen Jennings’s Does Your Mother Know? and The K Handshape.
Christine, Released
by Cecile Sarruf Ea BurkeThis engaging, heart wrenching story of a young woman lost in a society that's not built for her family nor her life, Christine's story will keep you at the edge of your seat and leave you with feelings of hope, relief, and awe.
Christmas Amnesia
by Laura ScottMISTLETOE MEMORY LOSS Assaulted a week before a high-profile drug trafficking trial, assistant district attorney Madison Callahan narrowly escapes death...but suffers amnesia. Now, when she can't recall the identity of her attacker, everyone is suspect-except the handsome policeman who saved her. Officer Noah Sinclair will do anything to bring the mob-connected drug trafficker to justice, including providing personal protection to Madison-the sister of the partner he nearly got killed. But helping her regain her memory may end their unlikely alliance because once she remembers him, Noah might be the last man she'll want to rely on. As the trial looms and with the assailant dead set on ensuring that Madison doesn't survive to see Christmas, it'll take everything Noah's got to keep Madison alive.
Christmas Angels: Historical Cozy Mystery (Mercy Allcutt Mystery #7)
by Alice DuncanA Saturday Christmas Shopping Trip to Chinatown Leads to Murder in Christmas Angels, a Historical Cozy Mystery from Alice Duncan1926, Los Angeles, CAMercy and Lulu visit one of Ernie Templeton's favorite Chinatown dives, a silken items shop owned by Ernie's friend, Charley Wu.Their Christmas shopping plans take a chill when they witness a young Chinese woman being dragged kicking and screaming into the shop by its proprietor. Even more chilling is the woman's plea for help as she passes Lulu and Mercy.When the body of an elderly Chinese man is found in a nearby alley the next day, the police arrest Charley for the murder. Ernie Templeton, concerned about police hostilities toward the community, decides to investigate along with Mercy and Lulu.But Chinatown doesn't welcome the prying of outsiders. Known for its seedy underbelly and dark secrets, those who ask questions often meet a bitter end.Publisher Note: Readers who enjoy cozy mysteries in historical settings are sure to appreciate the Mercy Allcutt series set in 1920s Los Angeles, California. No vulgarity or explicit sex for those who appreciate a clean and wholesome read.The Mercy Allcutt Mystery SeriesLost Among the AngelsAngels FlightFallen AngelsAngels of MercyThanksgiving AngelsAngels AdriftChristmas Angels
Christmas At Timberwoods
by Fern Michaels&“Extremely suspenseful and riveting . . . a fast-paced story which keeps the reader turning the pages as fast as possible&” from the #1 bestselling author (Fresh Fiction). It&’s the most wonderful time of the year . . . and for Heather Andrews, security manager at Timberwoods Mall, undoubtedly the busiest. But this Christmas, Heather has more to contend with than frazzled parents and disgruntled Santas. Angela Steinhart, a young woman who designed the mall&’s spectacular holiday displays, has had a premonition that tragedy will strike on Christmas Eve. And Angela&’s visions have a habit of coming true. Heather would love to dismiss the warning as holiday stress. But the more she gets to know the quiet, lonely Angela, the more she trusts her. In Lex, her boss, Heather finds an ally—and the glimmer of something more profound. And as the days count down, it will take all of her wits, hope, and unflagging courage to stop someone from destroying the season in one split second . . . &“Overall, I enjoyed Christmas at Timberwoods and would recommend it to fans of suspenseful tales with a splash of romance.&”—Caffeinated Book Reviewer Praise for Fern Michaels &“Prose so natural that it seems you are witnessing a story rather than reading about it.&”—Los Angeles Sunday Times &“Michaels&’ Danielle Steel-like fun read has more plot twists than a soap opera, and will keep readers on tenterhooks for the next in the series.&”—Booklist &“Michaels just keeps getting better and better with each book . . . She never disappoints.&”—RT Book Reviews
Christmas Baby Rescue
by Jordyn RedwoodAn infant on his doorstep… And enemies closing in. Liam Knight&’s solitary plans for Christmas Eve fall apart when he discovers a baby left outside his cabin—and bloody footprints leading to his injured pen pal. Suffering from PTSD, the former navy SEAL thinks he&’s the wrong choice to protect Ashlyn Sutton and her infant niece. But with contract killers on their trail, he must overcome his fear…and stop the criminal behind the threats.From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Christmas Blackout: Protecting Virginia Guarding Abigail High-caliber Holiday Christmas Blackout
by Maggie K. BlackA holiday farewell becomes a fight for survival when two close friends are trapped with a killer in this inspiring romantic suspense novel.When Benjamin Duff braved the snowy roads of southern Ontario to reach his friend Piper’s bed-and-breakfast, the last thing he expected was to be stranded there with a dangerous intruder. Showing up to say goodbye before he moves across the world, he finds a masked man attacking Piper.In the rush to save her, Benjamin is caught in a winter storm, crashes his truck, and traps them both. With no power or cell phones and time running out before his trip, he’ll have to work fast to catch the killer. As they fight for their lives—and their feelings for each other grow—Benjamin must decide if he’s really willing to leave Piper behind.
Christmas Blizzard Rescue
by Veronica ForandHis daughter vanishes in a holiday blizzardAnd time is running out… Only days before Christmas, Joe Webster&’s teen daughter is kidnapped from a party…just as a monster snowstorm closes down the mountains. Ex-marine Linda Jameson and her K-9, Zero, are his one slim chance to rescue Aster. But between brutal obstacles and ruthless killers striking back, Joe and Linda must put their troubled past aside to live through the ferocious night…
Christmas Bodyguard (Guardians, Inc.)
by Margaret DaleyHeart-pounding action meets holiday cheer in the first book in the series featuring female bodyguards from the USA Today–bestselling author.Someone’s after wealthy Texan Slade Caulder’s daughter. Desperate to keep her safe while he determines the motive, the widowed father hires a bodyguard for Abbey. A female bodyguard, with the training to protect the girl—and an understanding of a willful teenager who keeps trying to outsmart her. Elizabeth Walker is the perfect combination of caring and toughness for her job. But as the holidays approach, the stalker’s threats escalate. And Slade finds himself willing to risk everything to keep his Christmas bodyguard by his side . . . forever.“For edge of your seat suspense and tension it was a 5 star! . . . I was almost holding my breath.” —More Than a Review
Christmas Bodyguard (Price Security #3)
by Katherine GarberaShe&’ll risk her life to right history&’s wrongsBut is she willing to risk her heart? An anonymous tip about a missing rare artifact has put antiquities investigator Daphne Amana in the line of gunfire. But giving up the investigation is unthinkable. Being protected by her ex-lover, security expert Kenji Wada? Impossible! She&’s used to working alone. Not to mention the fiery attraction still simmering between her and Kenji…waiting for the right moment to combust. But when a killer&’s dangerous game of cat and mouse unveils a nefarious black market operation, the art world—and Daphne&’s fledgling reconciliation with Kenji—is rocked to the core.From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Price Security series:Book 1: Bodyguard Most WantedBook 2: Safe in Her Bodyguard's ArmsBook 3: Christmas BodyguardBook 4: Find Her
Christmas Cake Murder (A Hannah Swensen Mystery #23)
by Joanne FlukeIt’s Christmas many years ago, and topping young Hannah Swensen’s wish list is becoming the go-to baker in Lake Eden, Minnesota. But as Hannah finds out, revisiting holiday memories can be murder . . . <p><p>With her dream of opening The Cookie Jar taking shape, Hannah’s life matches the hectic December hustle and bustle in Lake Eden—especially when she agrees to help recreate a spectacular Christmas Ball from the past in honor of Essie Granger, an elderly local in hospice care. <p><p>But instead of poring over decadent dessert recipes for the merry festivities, she instantly becomes enthralled by Essie’s old notebooks and the tale of a woman escaping danger on the streets of New York. <p><p> Hannah’s surprised by Essie’s secret talent for penning crime fiction. She’s even more surprised when the story turns real. As Hannah prepares to run a bakery and move out of her mother’s house, it’ll be a true miracle if she can prevent another Yuletide disaster by solving a mystery as dense as a Christmas fruitcake . . . <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Christmas Candy Corpse (A Courtney Archer Mystery #3)
by Rosemarie RossChristmas has come early to the beautiful Poconos resort that&’s the setting for the American Baking Battle&’s holiday special, where chef Courtney Archer is on hand to sample festive fare—and lift the lid off a killer . . . Six ambitious bakers are competing for glory and a grand prize, showcasing their most delicious candies, cookies, and desserts. Courtney detects some on-set grinchiness from her coworkers, especially judge Shannon Collins, but she&’s hoping the sweet treats will restore everyone&’s festive spirits. That Christmas wish swiftly fizzles when assistant director Kinzy Hummel is found strangled—with an apron from Shannon&’s new product line . . . Shannon insists she&’s innocent. Meanwhile, Kinzy had been under pressure from a disgruntled attorney to settle her late grandfather&’s estate. But could that be a motive for murder? The show must go on even as Courtney sifts through competitors and crew for likely suspects. But unless she can quickly get to the truth, there&’ll be another helping of homicide amid the pinwheel cookies and fruitcakes . . .
Christmas Captive (Men of Valor)
by Liz JohnsonWhen a wedding turns dangerous, the best man and maid of honor must work together to protect a little girl in this inspirational romantic suspense.On his cousin’s Christmas cruise wedding, navy SEAL Jordan Somerton anticipated having the typical best man duties—not facing down criminals boarding the ship. But when the luxury liner is infiltrated by men determined to kidnap the flower girl, he’s plunged into an unexpected mission. Maid of honor and DEA agent Amy Delgado hasn’t forgiven Jordan for a misunderstanding in their past. But with her young niece targeted, she must draw on Jordan’s skills as a protector. Signs point to an inside job. With a traitor in their midst, can they ensure that every passenger returns home safely for the holidays . . . even as they find love amid deepening danger?
Christmas Caramel Murder (A Hannah Swensen Mystery #20)
by Joanne FlukeBah, homicide! A mystery in the New York Times-bestselling series with a heroine &“irresistible as a cookie fresh from the oven&” (Publishers Weekly). Christmas normally descends on Lake Eden, Minnesota, as gently as reindeer alighting on a rooftop—but this yuletide season, the only thing coming down Hannah Swensen&’s chimney is a case of murder. Hannah and her pal Lisa have agreed to provide the goodies for the town&’s annual production of A Christmas Carol. But before anyone can say &“Bah, humbug!&” a Santa-sized sackful of trouble ensues. Like the fact that Lisa&’s husband will be playing Mr. Claus to his ex-girlfriend Phyllis Bates&’ Mrs. Claus. Or that before the curtains even go up Phyllis is found dead in the snow—wearing a costume that the real Mrs. Claus would put on the naughty list. Soon, the suspects pile up faster than snowdrifts while a merry murderer remains on the loose. With clues hard to find, it might take a visit from ghosts of Christmas past to wrap up this mystery in time for the holidays… Includes a dozen holiday recipes from The Cookie Jar!
Christmas Card Murder
by Leslie Meier Lee Hollis Peggy EhrhartEveryone dreams of a picture-perfect small-town Christmas, but when murder is in the cards, some holiday greetings are addressed to kill . . . CHRISTMAS CARD MURDER by LESLIE MEIER In the midst of holiday home renovations, Lucy Stone accidentally unwraps a murder mystery decades in the making when she discovers an old Christmas card with a nasty message belonging to one of her farmhouse&’s previous residents. The case may be colder than a New England Christmas, but Lucy&’s determined to sort it out before Santa comes to town. DEATH OF A CHRISTMAS CAROL by LEE HOLLIS The Island Times Christmas soiree gets off to a scroogey start when Hayley Powell, Mona Barnes, and Rosana Moretti receive a Christmas card from the town flirt, Carol Waterman, who threatens to run off with one of their husbands! The ladies chalk it up to an imprudent prank . . . until they find Carol mistletoe-up under her tree . . . DEATH OF A CHRISTMAS CARD CRAFTER by PEGGY EHRHART Slay bells ring when the body of Arborville High School&’s beloved art teacher (and annual Christmas card designer), Karma Karling, is discovered on the first day of the Holiday Craft Fair. Now, Pamela Paterson and the Knit and Nibble crew must swap swatching for sleuthing in order to put a Christmas killer on ice.
Christmas Card Murder
by Leslie MeierIt&’s time to deck the halls—with a murder mystery . . . In the midst of holiday home renovations, part-time reporter Lucy Stone unwraps a murder mystery decades in the making when she discovers an old Christmas card with a nasty message inside . . . The case may be colder than a New England Christmas, but Lucy&’s determined to sort it out before Santa comes to town. Previously published in Christmas Card Murder
Christmas Carol & the Defenders of Claus (A\christmas Carol Adventure Ser. #1)
by Robert L. FouchCarol really loves Christmas. The decorating and shopping, the Christmas sweaters and music—she wishes it all could be a year-round event. The only downside to the holiday is that she lives in Florida (not exactly the land of snow) and her only family is her Uncle Christopher, who adopted Carol when she was young, after her father's disappearance and mother's death. Her uncle owns a toy company and is super rich—but he's a grinch and a workaholic. Then, on a magical December trip to NYC, Carol meets her destiny. Santa—the real man with the bag—meets Carol at the top of Rockefeller Center, overlooking the tree. There he explains that Carol is descended from a long line of Defenders of Claus, those who protect and serve Santa. Carol's dad was a Defender. And now Carol has been tapped to fulfill his legacy. Who would want to hurt Santa? Someone pretty scary and shady, it appears—a masked man who's trying to destroy Christmas! Carol is whisked off to the North Pole on the adventure of a lifetime. Can she help save Santa before it's too late?
Christmas Carol & the Shimmering Elf (A Christmas Carol Adventure #2)
by Robert L. FouchThe battle for Christmas, and the world itself, is about to begin. When Christmas Carol, a Defender of Claus, is suddenly yanked into a portal by her Elven grandmother, she doesn&’t immediately understand what&’s happening. But all becomes clear when she and the Ancient One emerge on the other side of the portal in what&’s supposed to be the North Pole: everything&’s changed. Carol&’s father is gone. The Defenders of Claus don&’t exist. The Elf kingdom has been destroyed. And Santa&’s a broken shell of himself. The jolly world Carol knew has turned into a terrifying place, where the magic of Christmas has been eliminated and everyone lives in fear of the all-powerful Supreme Leader. Someone has traveled back in time to change history, and Carol&’s pretty sure she knows the culprit. Carol and her grandmother, with the help of two ragged boys who have lost everything in the rebellion against the Supreme Leader, track down the only Elf capable of helping their enemy travel through time. The bitter, shimmering creature reluctantly agrees to send Carol back, and she lands in the mid-1800s, when Santa was just getting started and the very first Defender of Claus was found. She must protect Santa and the original Defender and undo the damage her enemy has done or risk returning to a present day that has never known Christmas.
Christmas Carol Murder (A Lucy Stone Mystery #20)
by Leslie MeierNew York Times-Bestselling Author:&“Longtime Lucy Stone series readers will be happy to catch up on life in Tinker&’s Cove in this cozy Christmas mystery.&”—Library Journal It&’s Christmas in Tinker's Cove, Maine, and Lucy Stone is excited about her acting debut in the town&’s production of A Christmas Carol. But not everyone is full of cheer. Tinker&’s Cove has fallen on hard times this year, and with so many residents struggling to make ends meet, Christmas festivities are a luxury some can't afford. But the story&’s not so bleak at Downeast Mortgage, whose tightfisted owners, Jake Marlowe and Ben Scribner, are raking in profits from everyone&’s misfortune. Half the town is in their debt, so when the miserly Marlowe is murdered, the mourners are few and the suspects are many… &“Engaging…[a] satisfying conclusion.&”—Publishers Weekly &“I like Lucy Stone a lot, and so will readers.&”—Carolyn Hart, New York Times-bestselling author of the Death on Demand Mysteries
Christmas Cat Blues: A festive cosy mystery purrfect for cat lovers (Cat Noir)
by Alison O’LearyAubrey, the crime solving feline, is called to action when a guest at festive charity dinner ends up dead . . . When Jeremy Goodman decides to take on filling a recently vacated trustee role at a local charity, he begins to suspect that all is not as it seems at the nonprofit&’s headquarters. The unexpected death of the charity&’s chairman fans the flame of suspicion. Jeremy and Aubrey are in agreement: charity may not always begin at home and kindness can be a killer . . . even at Christmas . . . &“Lovely fireside read.&” —Amazon reviewer, five stars &“Enjoy this purrfect winter remed . . . I definitely want more!&” —Amazon reviewer, five stars &“Brilliant read . . . Love this series.&” —Amazon reviewer, five stars
Christmas Cocoa Murder
by Alex Erickson Maddie Day Carlene O'Connor'Tis the season for hot chocolate and mouthwatering treats. But sometimes too much of a good thing can be downright deadly . . . CHRISTMAS COCOA MURDER by CARLENE O&’CONNOR Siobhán O&’Sullivan&’s hopes for a quiet Irish Christmas are dashed when the local Santa turns up dead in a carnival dunk tank of hot cocoa. Now instead of hunting down holiday gifts, she&’s pursuing a heartless killer. Seems the dead Santa was no angel either, stealing neighborhood dogs to guide his sleigh. But was it his holiday antics—or worse—that led to his death by chocolate? CHRISTMAS COCOA AND A CORPSE by MADDIE DAY When local businessman Jed Greenberg is found dead with a Chocolate lab whimpering over his body, the police start sniffing around Robbie Jordan&’s country restaurant for answers. Was it something in Robbie&’s hot cocoa that killed Jed, or was it Cocoa the dog? As the suspects pile as high as her holiday tree, Robbie attempts to get to the bottom of the sickly-sweet murder . . . DEATH BY HOT COCOA by Alex Erickson A Christmas-themed escape game seems like the perfect pre-holiday treat for bookstore café owner Krissy Hancock and her best friend. But when the host is found dead in a pool of hot cocoa, it&’s up to Krissy and her team to catch the killer—or escape before getting killed. There&’s nothing like a hot cup of murder to warm up the holiday season!
Christmas Cocoa Murder (An Irish Village Mystery)
by Carlene O'ConnorPreviously published in Christmas Cocoa Murder Someone is dreaming of a calm and cozy Christmas, but a killer has different plans for the holidays . . . Siobhán O&’Sullivan&’s hopes for a quiet Irish Christmas are dashed when the local Santa turns up dead in a carnival dunk tank of hot cocoa. Now instead of hunting down holiday gifts, Siobhán is pursuing a heartless killer . . . It seems the dead Santa was no angel either, stealing neighborhood dogs to guide his sleigh. But was it his holiday antics—or worse—that led to his death by chocolate?