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Close to the Bone (The Brady Coyne Mysteries #14)
by William G. TapplyWhen a troubled friend disappears offshore, Boston lawyer Brady Coyne suspects foul play in &“another winning entry in [this] very satisfying series&” (Publishers Weekly). Although alleged criminals are considered innocent until proven guilty, acquittal doesn&’t make them saints. Boston lawyer Brady Coyne knows this all too well, but believes firmly enough in the right to counsel that he doesn&’t let it keep him up at night. His friend Paul Cizek, however, is another story. A rising young defense lawyer, Paul has made a name defending repugnant clients: hit men, child molesters, unrepentant drunk drivers. He&’s good at what he does—so good that it&’s eating him alive. After an emotional confession to Brady, Paul takes his boat out onto the Merrimack River in the middle of a storm. When the coast guard finds the vessel, the lawyer has vanished. Did he die in an accident, or did the stress of his work convince him to end it all? Brady suspects murder, and he will do whatever it takes to understand how his friend died.
Close to the Broken Hearted (An Alvin, Alabama Novel #2)
by Michael HiebertIn this riveting new novel from Michael Hiebert, a killer's release is the catalyst for shocking revelations in a small Southern town. . .At twenty-two, Sylvie Carson has known a lifetime's worth of trouble. When she was a child, her baby brother was shot to death by a man named Preacher Eli. Orphaned by her teens, Sylvie is now raising her own baby with no partner in sight. For all these reasons, Leah Teal, Alvin, Alabama's only detective, tries to stay patient when Sylvie calls the station day and night, always with some new false alarm. But now Preacher Eli is out of prison and moving back to town. As far as the law is concerned, the old man has paid his dues--though Leah's twelve-year-old son, Abe, vehemently disagrees. Between that and his relentless curiosity about the daddy he hardly knew, Abe's imagination is running in all directions lately. While Leah struggles with how much of the past to reveal to Abe, she's also concerned about Sylvie's mounting panic. Something in her gut tells her the girl might be a target after all. For as Leah knows well, there's danger not just in the secrets others keep from us, but in the lies that corrupt from within. It's a hunch that will be tested soon enough, as tensions mount on both sides. Evoking the South with depth and grace, Michael Hiebert's poignant, gripping novel captures the strength wrought by heartache and lost innocence--and the transformative power of forgiveness, whenever it comes. . .
Close to the Edge
by Kylie BrantSHE'D NEVER GIVEN HIMAN ASSIGNMENT HECOULDN'T HANDLEBayou-born Lucky Boucher knew Jacey Wheeler was out of his league. She was more than just a high-class blonde with the body of a goddess, she was the brains behind a successful P.I. firm—and Lucky's boss. So he kept his hands off her and his head on their private investigations. UNTIL NOW…For the first time since they had met, what she wanted from him had absolutely nothing to do with business. With their current case heating up and their professional relationship scorching, Lucky was more than willing to do whatever it took to keep the boss happy…
Close to the Edge: An Unbroken Heroes Novel (Unbroken Heroes Ser. #5)
by Dawn RyderThey are part of an elite unit. On task. Off grid. These are the men of the Shadow Ops task force. Be seduced and thrilled by Close to the Edge, the next Unbroken Heroes novel by Dawn Ryder.HOW FAR WILL ONE MAN GOJenna Henson always plays it safe. It’s what has gotten her through all these years . So she never expected to end up in arm-to-arm combat with a gorgeous, muscle bound mercenary named Dare…Agent Dare Servant lives for the thrill of the chase, the adrenaline high. He’s fully committed to his job, fully armed, and full-on dangerous. But when innocent, irresistible Jenna Henson walks in on his latest mission, the need to keep her safe becomes all-consuming.TO PROTECT THE WOMAN HE CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT?Jenna’s captured the attention of Dare’s deadliest enemies, and with a target on her back, she needs Dare’s protection. But being Jenna’s bodyguard might be his hardest challenge yet. How can he keep her safe when he longs to take her in his arms and never let her go?
Close to the Heel (Seven (the Series) #2)
by Norah McClintockNo one is more surprised than Rennie to hear that his late grandfather, whom he hardly knew, has left a mission for him to fulfill. Rennie is to fly to Iceland and deliver a message from beyond the grave, but when he gets there, nothing is simple or straightforward. For one thing, Brynja, the teenage daughter of the family he's staying with, is downright hostile. Her father Einar, who is to be Rennie's guide in Iceland, is preoccupied with looking after his elderly father-in-law, an old friend of Rennie's grandfather. Bored and a little bit annoyed, Rennie explores the town and becomes aware that the family is dealing with more than their grief over Brynja's mother's death the year before. Before he realizes what is happening, his curiosity puts Rennie in grave danger, with no one to trust and no one to save him except himself. Rennie's adventures start in Slide, part of The Seven Prequels and continue in From the Dead, part of The Seven Sequels.
Close-Up
by Esther Verhoef'Gripping' Elle MagazineA captivating psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Behind Closed Doors and The Girl Before.On the threshold I glance at him. This is the man I'm in love with, the man I've quit my job for. This is the man who's turned my life completely upside down.And he's someone I barely know. . .Reeling from a recent break-up, 32-year-old Margot is depressed, lacking in confidence and at her most vulnerable. When chance brings the handsome and charismatic photographer Leon Wagner into Margot's life, she cannot believe her luck.Margot and Leon's relationship quickly develops into an intense affair. Leon moves Margot into his flat and sets her up with a new career, introducing her to all the contacts she could ever possibly need. Margot would be lost without her new partner, but is it all just too good to be true? Margot will soon find out . . .
Close-Up On Murder: A Murder, She Wrote Mystery
by Donald Bain Jessica FletcherCabot Cove is about to be invaded--by Hollywood. One of Jessica's older novels is being made into a big-budget movie. The producer has decided to shoot most of the film on location in town, since the book was loosely based on a murder that shocked Cabot Cove over a decade earlier.
Close-Up: Forensic Photography (The Crime Scene Club: Fact and Fiction)
by Kenneth McintoshWhen members of "The Crime Scene Club" take a trip to the beach, the murder of a local surfer turns vacationland into a life and death mystery. Can forensic photography reveal the truth? Includes forensic notes from the story, ?graphic novel? illustrations and color photographs, sections on further reading, and for more information, bibliography, index, and profiles on the author, illustrator, and series consultant.
Close-up
by Len DeightonHe was the most famous movie star in the world. His price was a million dollars a picture - plus. His world was of image and evil.
Close-up: Forensic Photography (The Crime Scene Club, Case #5)
by Kenneth McintoshWhen the members of the Crime Scene Club visit Los Angeles, they become involved in an investigation into what appears to be the accidental death of a surfer. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Close: A gripping thriller of power and protection
by Martina ColeShe'll do whatever it takes to keep them together... Hard-hitting and uncompromising, CLOSE by the 'undisputed queen of crime writing' (Guardian) and Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Martina Cole tells the story of a woman determined to protect her family from an increasingly dangerous world... Patrick Brodie knows exactly how far he's prepared to go to get what he wants. And he wants it all. Now. Before long, Patrick has become a legend in his own lifetime. Violently.Lily Diamond is different from the kind of woman Patrick is normally attracted to. But together they are determined that their children will have everything they didn't. Until the unthinkable happens and Lily is left on her own to look after their family in a dangerous world. The Brodies must stay close to survive. But as everyone knows, your sins will find you out.If you love powerful female characters, be sure to also read Martina Cole's GOODNIGHT LADY, THE KNOW and GET EVEN. These ladies are strong, resilient and vengeful...
Close: A gripping thriller of power and protection
by Martina ColeShe'll do whatever it takes to keep them together... Hard-hitting and uncompromising, CLOSE by the 'undisputed queen of crime writing' (Guardian) and Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Martina Cole tells the story of a woman determined to protect her family from an increasingly dangerous world... Patrick Brodie knows exactly how far he's prepared to go to get what he wants. And he wants it all. Now. Before long, Patrick has become a legend in his own lifetime. Violently.Lily Diamond is different from the kind of woman Patrick is normally attracted to. But together they are determined that their children will have everything they didn't. Until the unthinkable happens and Lily is left on her own to look after their family in a dangerous world. The Brodies must stay close to survive. But as everyone knows, your sins will find you out.If you love powerful female characters, be sure to also read Martina Cole's GOODNIGHT LADY, THE KNOW and GET EVEN. These ladies are strong, resilient and vengeful...
Close: A gripping thriller of power and protection
by Martina ColeIn CLOSE by Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Martina Cole, women are strong, resilient and vengeful. When these ladies know what they want, nothing gets in their way. The 'undisputed queen of crime writing' (Guardian), Martina's unique, powerful storytelling will appeal to fans of Karin Slaughter and Patricia Cornwell.Patrick Brodie knows exactly how far he's prepared to go to get what he wants. And he wants it all. Now. Before long, Patrick has become a legend in his own lifetime. Violently. Lily Diamond is different from the kind of woman Patrick is normally attracted to. But together they are determined that their children will have everything they didn't. Until the unthinkable happens and Lily is left on her own to look after their family in a dangerous world. The Brodies must stay close to survive. But as everyone knows, your sins will find you out.(P)2017 Headline Publishing Group Limited
Closed Casket: A New Hercule Poirot Mystery (Hercule Poirot Mysteries)
by Agatha Christie Sophie HannahThe world's most famous detective returns in this ingenious, stylish, and altogether delicious mystery from the author of the instant bestseller The Monogram Murders ("I was thrilled" -- Gillian Flynn)."What I intend to say to you will come as a shock..."With these words, Lady Athelinda Playford -- one of the world's most beloved children's authors -- springs a surprise on the lawyer entrusted with her will. As guests arrive for a party at her Irish mansion, Lady Playford has decided to cut off her two children without a penny . . . and leave her vast fortune to someone else: an invalid who has only weeks to live.Among Lady Playford's visitors are two strangers: the famous Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, and Inspector Edward Catchpool of Scotland Yard. Neither knows why he has been invited -- until Poirot begins to wonder if Lady Playford expects a murder. But why does she seem so determined to provoke a killer? And why -- when the crime is committed despite Poirot's best efforts to stop it -- does the identity of the victim make no sense at all?Addictive, ferociously clever, and packed with clues, wit, and murder, Closed Casket is a triumph from the author whose work is "as tricky as anything written by Agatha Christie" (Alexander McCall Smith, The New York Times Book Review).
Closed for the Season
by Mary Downing HahnA contemporary thriller by the bestselling author of THE OLD WILLIS PLACE.Two 13-year-old boys, Arthur and Logan, set out to solve the mystery of a murder that took place some years ago in the old house Logan's family has just moved into. The boys' quest takes them to the highest and lowest levels of society in their small Maryland town, and eventually to a derelict amusement park that is supposedly closed for the season.
Closed for the Season: A Mystery Story
by Mary Downing HahnA contemporary thriller by the bestselling author of The Old Willis Place. Two 13-year-old boys, Arthur and Logan, set out to solve the mystery of a murder that took place some years ago in the old house Logan's family has just moved into. The boys' quest takes them to the highest and lowest levels of society in their small Maryland town, and eventually to a derelict amusement park that is supposedly closed for the season.
Closely Harbored Secrets: A Beachfront Cozy Mystery (Seaside Café Mysteries #5)
by Bree BakerA haunted ghost tour. A cryptic warning. And a seaside sleuth caught in a killer's sights.From bestselling cozy mystery author Bree Baker comes a Halloween whodunit steeped in atmosphere, wit, and small-town suspense—perfect for fans of Laura Childs and lovers of seasonal mysteries.Halloween in Charm, North Carolina means sweet treats, ghostly tales, and a murder that chills to the bone. When an actor in the town's haunted walking tour is found dead—and uses her final breath to name Everly Swan—this festive season turns deadly fast.Between ghostly threats, whispers of buried treasure, and a heated mayoral election, Everly is in deeper than ever. As her bond with Detective Grady grows more complicated and secrets wash ashore, she must follow the clues before another life is lost to legend.Pour yourself a cup and return to Charm—where danger lurks behind every decorated door.Includes recipes straight from Everly's kitchen!
Closer Still (Brodie Farrell Mysteries)
by Jo Bannister"Bannister is one of the undersung treasures of the mystery genre." ---Chicago TribuneAlthough she has been trying to put her work, running a one-woman detective agency, on hold while she cares for her new baby, Jonathan, Brodie soon learns that taking time off is not as easy as it sounds. Not only does Jonathan have a rare disease that may leave him blind, his father, Detective Superintendent Jack Deacon, is going after the nastiest crook in town, Joe Loomis, who quickly retaliates by threatening Brodie and little Jonathan. When Loomis bleeds to death while trying to utter a name that begins with the letter "D," Brodie isn't quite sure it is just a coincidence and worries Deacon may have become entangled in yet another crime. But Loomis had plenty of enemies and Deacon isn't the only one who had reason to do him harm. When Dev Stretton, another suspect, turns out to be linked to Brodie's best friend, Daniel Hood, she has no choice but to take up the search for the killer. As events spiral out of control and entanglements weave together in complex patterns, Brodie must learn to keep her friends close, and her enemies closer still.
Closer Still (Brodie Farrell Mystery #8)
by Jo BannisterDANGEROUS CONNECTIONS Brodie Farrell has all but put her detective agency, Looking for Something?, on hold while she tends to her new baby, born with a rare condition. Now, as her son's health issues stabilize and longtime friend Daniel Hood offers to care for him, she finds herself drawn back to the business of searching particularly for a killer who some suspect is Dimmock Police superintendent Jack Deacon.., her baby's father. The victim is Joe Loomis, a nasty underworld character with a grudge against Deacon, who calmly threatened Brodie and baby Jonathan. Loomis's dying words have incriminated the police superintendent, and now the brass have removed Deacon from the case for both motive and opportunity. But when suspicions of a terrorist attack turn the focus away from the circumstantial and toward the truly horrifying, Brodie finds herself in the midst of a panic-stricken town turning violent while a killer watches closely from the sidelines. There are many more stand alone and series books by Jo Bannister in Bookshare's library including these in the Brodie Ferrell series: #1 Echoes of Lies, #2 True Witness, #3 Reflections, #4 The Depths of Solitude, #5 Breaking Faith and #9 Liars All, with more on the way.
Closer Than Blood (A Waterman & Stark Thriller #2)
by Gregg OlsenThe #1 New York Times bestselling author of If You Tell &“keeps his readers Velcroed to the edge of their seats from first page to last&” (Bookreporter.com). &“You&’ll sleep with the lights on after reading Gregg Olsen.&”—Allison Brennan &“Olsen will have you on the edge of your seat.&”—Lee Child The first time was easy. No one ever suspected the victim had been murdered. The crime long buried, the dark passions guiding the killer&’s hand are still alive. But the need for revenge cannot be denied. Only one person can stop the killing. Only one person can identify the killer. Only one person knows the face of death—is as close as the face in the mirror . . .Praise for Gregg Olsen&’s Novels &“Grabs you by the throat.&”—Kay Hooper &“An irresistible page-turner.&”—Kevin O&’Brien &“Olsen writes rapid-fire page-turners.&”—The Seattle Times &“Frightening . . . a nail-biter.&”—Suspense Magazine &“A work of dark, gripping suspense.&”—Anne Frasier &“Truly a great read.&”—Mystery Scene Magazine
Closer Than Expected: The Jack Sampson Mysteries (The Jack Sampson Mysteries #3)
by Henry ClineJack and his friends are going far from home in this third installment of the Jack Sampson Mysteries. Two years have passed since the events of Close Enough and Jack has finished his junior year of college. Before he can waste the summer away, his girlfriend Alyssa wins four tickets for a luxury five-day cruise to Cozumel. The cruise line boasts about its many amenities, but the charade is shattered after a night of mysterious technical issues.
Closer Than She Knows
by Kelly IrvinA serial killer bent on revenge . . . and striking too close to home. Teagan O&’Rourke has always loved murder mysteries. In her job as a court reporter, she has written official records for dozens of real-life murders. She&’s slapped evidence stickers on crime scene photos. She&’s listened to hours of chilling testimony. But she&’s never known the smell of death. And she never thought she might be a victim. Until now. A young police officer is murdered just inches away from her, and then a man calling himself a serial killer starts leaving Teagan notes, signing each with the name of a different murderer from her favorite mystery novels. Panicked, Teagan turns to her friend Max Kennedy. Max longs for more than friendship with Teagan, but he fears she&’ll never trust someone with a past like his. He wonders how much of God&’s &“tough love&” he can take before he gives up on love completely. And he wonders if he&’ll be able to keep Teagan alive long enough to find out. As Teagan, Max, and Teagan&’s police officer father race to track down the elusive killer, they each know they could be the next victim. Desperate to save those she loves, Teagan battles fears that once haunted her in childhood. Nothing seems to stop this obsessed murderer. No matter what she does, he seems to be getting closer . . .
Closer Than She Thinks: A gripping psychological thriller with a heart-stopping twist
by Zoe Lea'OMG this book is so tense! I couldn't stop reading!' Lauren North'Totally gripping . . . I absolutely loved it!' Lisa TimoneyA twisty, addictive page-turner about marriage, secrets and betrayal - perfect for fans of Harriet Tyce and C. L. Taylor. Louise never thought she'd be the sort of woman to have an affair. She's a good wife, a good mother and a good daughter - even if she is far from happy.But everything changes when Louise crosses paths with Oscar, a man fifteen years her junior. She knows what they're doing is wrong, but she just can't stop...When odd messages begin to arrive, it seems clear that someone has been watching Louise, and that they know her secret.They don't just want Louise to stop her affair with Oscar though - they want much more.And they will stop at nothing to get it.Praise for Zoe Lea:'Fast paced and intriguing' - Victoria Selman, author of Richard & Judy pick TRULY DARKLY DEEPLY'Gripping and powerful! The tension in the novel was cranked up notch by notch until I was gasping as the story unravelled . . . A fantastic read!' - Lauren North, author of MY WORD AGAINST HIS'I couldn't put it down - a gripping read from start to finish and kept me guessing until the end. A compulsive and complex tale of the toxic effects of revenge' - Mary-Jane Riley, author of THE BAD THINGS'Mind blown! The end was a triumph, absolutely brilliant!' - Rona Halsall, author of THE BIGAMIST
Closer Than You Know: A Novel
by Brad ParksBrad Parks delivers another riveting, emotionally powerful stand-alone domestic suspense thriller perfect for fans of The Couple Next Door and What She Knew.Disaster, Melanie Barrick was once told, is always closer than you know.It was a lesson she learned the hard way growing up in the constant upheaval of foster care. But now that she's survived into adulthood--with a loving husband, a steady job, and a beautiful baby boy named Alex--she thought that turmoil was behind her.Until one Tuesday evening when she goes to pick up Alex from childcare only to discover he's been removed by Social Services. And no one will say why. It's a terrifying scenario for any parent, but doubly so for Melanie, who knows the unintended horrors of what everyone coldly calls "the system." Her nightmare mushrooms when she arrives home to learn her house has been raided by sheriff's deputies, who have found enough cocaine to send Melanie to prison for years. The evidence against her is overwhelming, and if Melanie can't prove her innocence, she'll lose Alex forever.Meanwhile, assistant commonwealth's attorney Amy Kaye--who has been assigned Melanie's case--has her own troubles. She's been dogged by a cold case no one wants her to pursue: a serial rapist who has avoided detection by wearing a mask and whispering his commands. Over the years, he has victimized dozens of women.Including Melanie. Yet now her attacker might be the key to her salvation . . . or her undoing.
Closer Than You Think
by Karen RoseFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Watch Your Back and Did You Miss Me comes the newest novel by “the queen of romantic suspense” (Crime and Punishment). <P><P> Psychologist Faith Corcoran is desperate to escape the stalker who’s made her life a nightmare for the past year—desperate enough to run to the one place that has been her nightmare far longer. Both boon and bane, her recent inheritance of her grandmother’s old house in Cincinnati offers sanctuary in which she can start her life anew, but requires that she face the dark memories that still resonate to this day.<P> But she has no idea how close to home her fears still are.<P> Two college girls have gone missing in the area, and FBI Special Agent Deacon Novak is called to work on the case. When his inquiry unexpectedly leads him to Faith, he finds a beautiful and brave woman he can’t help but fall for. Soon they’ll discover that this seemingly simple investigation is anything but. Reaching back decades into Faith’s own past, it will shatter everything she believes to be true and will give terrifying new meaning to flesh and blood.