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If You Were Here
by Alafair BurkeMagazine journalist McKenna Jordan is chasing the latest urban folktale--the story of an unidentified woman who heroically pulled a teenage boy from the subway tracks seconds before the arrival of an oncoming train. When McKenna locates a video snippet that purportedly captures the incident, she thinks she has an edge on the competition scrambling to identify the mystery heroine. McKenna is shocked to discover that the woman in the video bears a strong resemblance to Susan Hauptmann, a close friend--and a classmate of her husbands at West Point--who vanished without a trace ten years earlier. The NYPD concluded that the nomadic Susan--forced by her father into an early military life, floundering as an adult for a fixed identity--simply started over again somewhere else. But McKenna has always believed that the truth went deeper than the police investigation ever reached and sees Susans resurfacing as a sign that she wants to be found. What might have been a short-lived Metro story sends the former prosecutor turned reporter on a twisting search that leads across New York City--and to dark secrets buried dangerously close to home. . . .
If You're Lucky
by Yvonne PrinzWhen seventeen-year-old Georgia’s brother drowns while surfing halfway around the world, Georgia refuses to believe Lucky’s death was just bad luck. Lucky wouldn’t have surfed in waters more dangerous than he could handle. Then a stranger named Fin arrives in False Bay, claiming to have been Lucky’s best friend. Soon Fin is working for Lucky’s father, charming Lucky’s mother, dating his girlfriend. Georgia begins to wonder: did Fin murder Lucky in order to take over his whole life? Determined to clear the fog from her mind in order to uncover the truth about Lucky’s death, Georgia secretly stops taking the medication that keeps away the voices in her head. Georgia is certain she’s getting closer to the truth about Fin, but as she does, her mental state becomes more and more precarious, and no one seems to trust what she’s saying. Is Georgia’s descent into madness causing her to see things that don’t exist--or to see a deadly truth that no one else can?
If You're Out There
by Katy Loutzenhiser“Funny, engrossing, and one-of-a-kind. If You’re Out There completely swept me away.” —Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Leah on the OffbeatPart whip-smart suspense tale, part touching story of friendship, this is an extraordinary debut about a determined teen trying to solve a mystery no one else believes in.After Zan’s best friend moves to California, she is baffled and crushed when Priya suddenly ghosts. Worse, Priya’s social media has turned into a stream of ungrammatical posts chronicling a sunny, vapid new life that doesn’t sound like her at all.Everyone tells Zan not to be an idiot: Let Priya do her reinvention thing and move on. But until Zan hears Priya say it, she won’t be able to admit that their friendship is finished.It’s only when she meets Logan, the compelling new guy in Spanish class, that Zan begins to open up about her sadness, her insecurity, her sense of total betrayal. And he’s just as willing as she is to throw himself into the investigation when everyone else thinks her suspicions are crazy.Then a clue hidden in Priya’s latest selfie introduces a new, deeply disturbing possibility:Maybe Priya isn’t just not answering Zan’s emails.Maybe she can’t.
If You're Reading This, It's Too Late (Secret Series, Book #2)
by Pseudonymous BoschWhen last we left our heroes, Cass and Max-Ernest, and their new friend, Benjamin Blake (not their real names) they were about the discover the secret of the Terces Society and join their fight to stop the evil Ms. Mauvais and Dr. L.While waiting for a sign from the Terces Society, the kids stumble upon the Museum of Magic, where they finally meet the amazing Pietro, leader of the Terces and brother to evil Dr. L. The kids get caught up in a fast-paced adventure involving a Sound Prism, the nefarious Lord Pharaoh, and a homonculus who might finally unlock the secret they've been searching for. The secret of immortality.Pseudonymous Bosch is back with another smart and original book that is hard to put down!
If You've Got It, Haunt It (A Haunted Vintage Mystery #1)
by Rose PresseyWhen a Southern vintage fashionista meets a ghostly socialite, she goes rummaging for clues to catch a killer in this cozy mystery series debut. Cookie Chanel has opened her own vintage clothing boutique in the charming town of Sugar Creek, Georgia. Always on the lookout for stylish second-hand steals, she attends the estate sale of deceased socialite Charlotte Meadows. But she gets a lot more than she bargained for when Charlotte's ghost appears before her—offering fashion advice and begging Cookie to find out who murdered her. As the persistent poltergeist tags along and a possibly psychic pussycat moves into the shop, Cookie sorts through racks of suspects to see who may be hiding some skeletons in the closet. Do Cookie and Charlotte have a ghost of a chance of collaring a killer—or will Cookie's life be the next one hanging by a thread? Don't miss Cookie Chanel's Fashion Tips!
If the Coffin Fits (A Funeral Parlor Mystery)
by Lillian BellPerfect for fans of Carolyn Haines and Donna Andrews, Lillian Bell makes the return with her second Funeral Parlor mystery featuring funeral director Desiree Turner. When an unnatural cause of death finds one of her clients, Desiree must get to the bottom of the murder before she’s fitted for a coffin, herself.Funeral director Desiree Turner deals with death by natural causes all the time. Death by unnatural causes? Not so much. Yet, she and her boyfriend Nate have heard some not-so-dear things about the recently departed. A suspicious remark by the late Frank Fiore’s daughters sparks some concern. And when Violet Daugherty faints behind the wheel of her car, Desiree suspects she’s got a front seat to murder. Desiree can’t help but look into Violet’s untimely end, but soon after, rumors begin to spread that she’s accusing her clients of murder, which quickly spurs a mass cancellation and Desiree is on the verge of going out of business. What began as an effort to do due diligence for her client turns into a wild goose chase for Violet’s murderer. Desiree must find her proof before everything she works for is lost. But that’s easier said than done, because while everyone else in town is looking to take their business elsewhere, the killer sets sights directly upon Desiree. Now it’s up to Desiree to find the murderer before she becomes the next body her funeral parlor serves in If the Coffin Fits, Lillian Bell’s second charming Funeral Parlor mystery.
If the Dead Belong Here: A Novel
by Carson Faust&“Fierce, lyrical, and unrelentingly intimate . . . This is a story about hauntings both literal and inherited, a child gone missing, and the women who carry everything that came before. Faust doesn&’t just bend form—he breaks it open. —Morgan Talty, national bestselling author of Night of the Living Rez&“Carson Faust debuts as a literary force." —Monica Brashears, author of House of CottonWhen a young girl goes missing, the ghosts of the past collide with her family&’s secrets in a mesmerizing Native American Southern GothicWhen six-year-old Laurel Taylor vanishes without a trace, her family is left shattered, struggling to navigate the darkness of grief and unanswered questions. As their search turns to despair, Laurel&’s older sister, Nadine, begins experiencing nightmares that blur the line between dream and reality, and she becomes convinced that Laurel&’s disappearance could be connected to other family tragedies. Guided by her elders, Nadine sets out to uncover whether laying the ghosts to rest is the key to finding her sister and healing her fractured family.Carson Faust captivates in this chilling literary debut that confronts the specter of colonization and the generational scars it leaves on Native American families. Steeped in Indigenous folklore and drawing from the author&’s own family history, If the Dead Belong Here examines what it means to be haunted—both by the supernatural and by terrors of our own making. Faust crafts a powerful, kaleidoscopic tale about the complicated legacies of violence that shape our present, the importance of honoring our past, and the resilience of a family—and a people—determined to heal from old wounds.
If the Dead Rise Not: A Bernie Gunther Novel (Bernie Gunther #6)
by Philip Kerr<P>An instant classic in the Bernie Gunther series, with storytelling that is fresher and more vivid than ever. <P> Berlin, 1934: The Nazis have secured the 1936 Olympiad for the city but are facing foreign resistance. Hitler and Avery Brundage, the head of the U.S. Olympic Committee, have connived to soft-pedal Nazi anti- Semitism and convince America to participate. Bernie Gunther, now the house detective at an upscale Berlin hotel, is swept into this world of international corruption and dangerous double-dealing, caught between the warring factions of the Nazi apparatus. <P>Havana, 1954: Batista, aided by the CIA, has just seized power; Castro is in prison; and the American Mafia is quickly gaining a stranglehold on the city's exploding gaming and prostitution industries. Bernie, who has been unceremoniously kicked out of Buenos Aires, has resurfaced in Cuba with a new life, seemingly one of routine and relative peace. But Bernie discovers that he truly cannot outrun the burden of his past: He soon collides with a vicious killer from his Berlin days, who is mysteriously murdered not long afterward-and an old lover, who may be the murderer. <P>If the Dead Rise Not is everything fans have come to expect from Philip Kerr: twisted intrigue, tight plotting, quick-witted one-liners, a hang-by-your-thumbs ending, and, most significant, a richer, wiser Bernie Gunther. Watch a Video
If the Dead Rise Not: Bernie Gunther Thriller 6 (Bernie Gunther)
by Philip KerrBernie Gunther's sixth outing delivers all the hard-boiled, fast-paced and quick-witted action we expect of him. Berlin is preparing to host the 1936 Olympics, and Jews are being expelled from all German sporting organisations.Bernie Gunther, forced to resign as a homicide detective with Berlin's Criminal Police, is now house detective at the famous Adlon Hotel. Two bodies are found - a businessman and a Jewish boxer, and Bernie is drawn into the lives of various hotel guests. One, beautiful left-wing journalist, is intent on persuading America to boycott the Olympiad. The other, a Chicago gangster, wants to use the Olympics to enrich himself and the Chicago mob. As events unfold, Bernie uncovers a vast network of corruption and racketeering, led by those who want a slice of the fortune the Nazis are spending to showcase Germany to the world.
If the Dead Rise Not: Bernie Gunther Thriller 6 (Bernie Gunther)
by Philip Kerr'One of the greatest anti-heroes ever written' LEE CHILDAs Berlin prepares for the 1936 Olympic Games, Bernie is caught between violently opposing factions in a story that comes full circle in 1950s' Cuba.Berlin 1934. The Nazis have been in power for just eighteen months but already Germany has seen some frightening changes. As the city prepares to host the 1936 Olympics, Jews are being expelled from all German sporting organisations - a blatant example of discrimination. Forced to resign as a homicide detective with Berlin's Criminal Police, Bernie is now house detective at the famous Adlon Hotel. Two bodies are found - one a businessman and the other a Jewish boxer. As Bernie digs to unearth the truth, he discovers a vast labour and construction racket designed to take advantage of the huge sums the Nazis are spending to showcase the new Germany to the world. It is a plot that finds its dramatic and violent conclusion twenty years later in pre-revolutionary Cuba.(P) 2022 Quercus Editions Limited
If the Haunting Fits, Wear It (A Haunted Vintage Mystery #5)
by Rose PresseyAs fashion maven Cookie Chanel tracks a murderer at the Kentucky Derby, all bets are off...When Cookie Chanel lands a dream assignment of providing vintage hats for a high-society Kentucky Derby party, she’s brimming with excitement. Leaving her mother and best friend to mind the store at It’s Vintage Y’All, Cookie packs up her psychic cat and races to Kentucky. But before she can hang her hat, her enthusiasm is dampened when the rider of the potential Derby-winning horse is put out to pasture. Now she’s saddled with the jockey’s ghost, who insists she find his killer. With suspects ranging from an odds-on favorite to a dark horse, Cookie may just find herself in a dead heat before the photo finish...Don’t Miss Cookie Chanel’s Fashion TipsPraise for the Haunted Vintage Mysteries“A delightful protagonist, intriguing twists, and a fashionista ghost combine in a hauntingly fun tale.” —Carolyn Hart“Snappy dialogue and well-drawn characters in a lovely small town setting." —Jenn McKinlay“An appealing protagonist who is as sweet as a Southern accent . . . The designer name-dropping and shopping tips add allure for shopaholics.” – Library Journal
If the Shoe Fits: Footwear Analysis (The Crime Scene Club, Case #8)
by Kenneth McintoshThe sound of breaking glass. A scream. A shot. Then ... silence. Blood, fingerprints, a bullet, a skull, fire debris, a hair, shoeprints--enter the wonderful world of forensic science. A world of searching to find clues, collecting that which others cannot see, testing to find answers to seemingly impossible questions, and testifying to juries so that justice will be served. A world where curiosity, love of a puzzle, and gathering information are basic. The books in this series will take you to this world.
If the Shoe Fits: Footwear Analysis (The Crime Scene Club: Fact and Fiction)
by Kenneth McintoshWhat if you had one chance to rescue a falsely convicted man from execution and redeem your own tortured past at the same time? Jessa Carter thinks she can do just that. But she has no idea how thin the line is between good and evil, and how high the stakes are in this life-and-death game. The eighth CSC book provides information about forensic footwear analysis, while it keeps readers clinging to every clue.
If the Shoe Kills (A Tourist Trap Mystery #3)
by Lynn CahoonNew York Times-Bestselling Author: Folks love spending the holidays in this sunny California town—but a sudden death has cast a cloud of suspicion… As owner of Coffee, Books, and More in South Cove, California, Jill Gardner looks forward to the hustle and bustle of holiday shoppers. But when the mayor ropes her into being liaison for a new work program, &’tis the season to be wary. Local businesses are afraid the interns will be delinquents, punks, or worse. For Jill, nothing's worse than Ted Hendricks—the jerk who runs the program. After a few run-ins, Jill's ready to kill the guy. That, however, turns out to be unnecessary when she finds Ted in his car—dead as a doornail. Detective Greg King assumes it's a suicide. Jill thinks it's murder. And if the holidays weren't stressful enough, a spoiled blonde wants to sue the city for breaking her heel. Jill has to act fast to solve this mess—before the other shoe drops… Praise for the Tourist Trap Mysteries &“Murder, dirty politics, pirate lore, and a hot police detective…A cozy lover's dream come true.&”—Susan McBride, author of The Debutante Dropout Mysteries
If the Slipper Fits: A Cinderella Sisterhood Series (Cinderella Sisterhood Series #1)
by Olivia Drake“A tale filled with gothic overtones, sensuality, sprightly dialogue, emotion, an engaging cast and a beautiful pair of perfectly fitting slippers.” —RT Book Reviews (4 stars)Raised in a girls’ school, Annabelle Quinn longs for the world outside the walls of the academy. When she’s hired as the governess to an orphaned duke, Annabelle never expects the child’s breathtakingly handsome guardian to capture her imagination—or her heart.Falling for his young nephew’s governess is an irksome complication in Lord Simon Westbury’s orderly life, but Annabelle’s quiet beauty and wry intellect are too much to resist. Meanwhile, a mysterious danger looms over the remote Cornwall estate. Will their newfound desire stand the test of time? Or are some happy endings just too good to come true?“A dash of danger and a dash of fairytale in the form of a very special pair of shoes add to the romance plot, filling out If the Slipper Fits nicely.” —Romance Junkies“Filled with romance, breathtaking passion, and a dash of mystery that will leave you wanting more.” —Night Owl Reviews
Ifema
by Chelle Cordero Elisabetta ColonaIfema: sanguinamento dell’occhio causato da un trauma… Matt Garratti, un paramedico di New York, si trasferisce con sua moglie e suo figlio nel Nord Carolina per fare il lavoro dei suoi sogni come medico di volo. Pakistana di origine, Sudah, sua moglie, riceve sguardi taglienti e commenti brutali dai nuovi vicini… Matt si chiede se stia inseguendo i suoi sogni o portando la sua famiglia in un incubo da cui non potrebbero più svegliarsi.
Ifigenia en Forest Hills
by Janet Malcolm«Ella no pudo haberlo hecho pero tiene que haberlo hecho»: este es el enigma en torno al cual gira el nuevo libro de Janet Malcolm, una obra basada en el escándalo nacional que supuso para Estados Unidos un asesinato en la hermética comunidad judía de Queens, Nueva York. La joven y atractiva Dra. Mazoltuv fue acusada de haber contratado a un asesino que acabara con la vida de su ex marido, con el agravante de que sucedió en presencia de Michelle, el hijo de ambos. El fiscal lo consideró un caso de venganza, ya que el ex marido había conseguido misteriosamente la custodia del niño. En el libro se aborda el juicio desde múltiples ángulos siempre guiados por la prosa sagaz de Malcolm. La autora pone en debate el insondable abismo que separa nuestros elevados ideales acerca de la justicia y a lo que se ve reducida debido a los condicionantes humanos que influyen en los procesos judiciales.«Un libro breve pero inmenso si tenemos en cuenta las numerosas implicaciones que se derivan de sus argumentos.»New York Review of Books«Tan contundente y preciso que solo puede ser producto de un intelecto tan brillante como el de Malcolm.»Boston Globe
Ifrit
by Javaid LaghariTerrorists wanting to proclaim jihad resort to the power of mystical Islam, including dreams, black magic, and the control of supernatural entities known as jinn, to steal Pakistan's nuclear weapons. As attacks on colleges increase, Samir, the education advisor to the prime minister, sets out to unravel the mystical powers being exploited. While truths are uncovered, separating myths from facts, Ifrit, a powerful jinn, is contacted by terrorists to fulfill their agenda in exchange for having the jinn rule the earth. What follows is a sequence of fast-moving events when a terrorist head in Afghanistan declares himself to be the Mahdi, the Islamic leader prophesied to rule the world, and calls upon all Muslims to join him, leading to a nuclear standoff between Pakistan and India, to a fight between good and evil, and to an uncertain end if the imbroglio will lead to an apocalypse and end of times.
Iggy Peck and the Mysterious Mansion (The Questioneers)
by Andrea BeatyThe New York Times–bestselling series continues with a haunted house whodunit that will take all of the Questioneers’ sleuthing skills to solve. Iggy Peck is an architect at his very core: When he’s not making houses out of food, his head is up in the clouds, dreaming of design. So he’s totally blown away when Ada Twist’s Aunt Bernice inherits an old house from ice-cream mogul Herbert Sherbert that is filled with countless rooms from all his favorite architectural periods. But something’s not quite right . . . Everyone says the house is haunted, and it seems that a number of priceless antiques—which were supposed to help Aunt Bernice pay for the house’s upkeep—have gone missing. If they can’t find those antiques, Aunt Bernice might lose the house forever. It will take all of Iggy’s knowledge of architecture and the help of the other Questioneers—Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Sofia Valdez—to solve the mystery and find the treasure!
Ignite on Contact: A smouldering, passionate friends-to-lovers romance to warm your heart (Brotherhood By Fire #2)
by Jaci Burton'Another hot firefighter. Check. Long-time bestselling NYT author. Check. Another great story with a great mix of emotion. Check' 5* Goodreads reviewNew York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton is back with a friends-to-lovers romance sure to melt hearts as one smokin'-hot fireman turns up the heat on love.Spicy love scenes and charming supporting characters...Burton will delight existing fans and win herself even more with this sweet, sexy romance' Publishers Weekly'Perfect if you want something pretty low on angst with lovable characters' Under The Covers'There's nothing like a good friends to lovers romance especially when we get to enjoy a great guy like Rafe. Fireman and deliciously hot... He is kind and considerate and Burton's description of him is definitely drool-worthy' starred Goodreads review'A wonderful romance that was able to put a big smile on my face' starred Goodreads review'This was a terrific story of family ties, letting go of the past, and finding love when you least expect it' 5* Goodreads reviewIt's time to turn up the heat...Relationships. Firefighter Rafe Donovan avoids them whenever possible. He makes sure the women he dates know up front that he's in it for a good time, great sex and nothing more.Fun. Carmen Lewis does have time for anything except being an ER nurse and looking after her disabled grandfather. But Rafe has always been there for them both, and he's clearly interested in Carmen. She knows he's a player, but she's very tempted by his charm and incredible body. And maybe a little fun isn't so bad - as long as she guards her heart.Love. Rafe soon realizes that until now he's only been playing at romance. With Carmen he feels searing passion and heart-tugging emotion for the first time. Now he just has to convince her that what they have together is the real deal.Want more sexy romance? Look for the first sizzling Brotherhood by Fire novel and the delightful Boots and Bouquets series. Don't miss the Play-By-Play series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci's gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.
Ignited: Most Wanted Book 3 (Most Wanted #Bk. 3)
by J. KennerPerfect for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey and the Crossfire series. The hot, addictive erotic romance series from the New York Times bestselling author of the Stark trilogy, of three enigmatic and powerful men, and the striking women who can bring them to their knees, concludes.He promised to take me as far as I could go - and I wanted to go to the edge. My whole life has been a cover, a con, a lie. I was raised on the thrill of playing someone I'm not. As a rule, I never let anyone get too close - until Cole August makes it impossible for me to stay away. Cole is tough, sexy, and intensely loyal, yet his secrets are dark and his scars run deep. Not many women can handle his past, or the truth behind his fierce demands. But something about him beckons me - and our desire is a game I must play. I know he's dangerous, that even his touch is trouble, but what is passion without a little risk?Don't miss the rest of the other explosive titles in the Most Wanted series: Wanted and Heated.Fall in love with J. Kenner's hot and addictive bestselling Stark series charting the romance of Nikki and Damien Stark in Release Me, Claim Me, Complete Me, Take Me, Have Me, Play My Game, Seduce Me and Unwrap Me. And follow the passionate relationship of Sylvia Brooks and Jackson Steele in the Stark International trilogy: Say My Name, On My Knees and Under My Skin.
Ignited: Most Wanted Book 3 (Most Wanted)
by J. KennerPerfect for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey and the Crossfire series. The hot, addictive erotic romance series from the New York Times bestselling author of the Stark trilogy, of three enigmatic and powerful men, and the striking women who can bring them to their knees, concludes.He promised to take me as far as I could go - and I wanted to go to the edge. My whole life has been a cover, a con, a lie. I was raised on the thrill of playing someone I'm not. As a rule, I never let anyone get too close - until Cole August makes it impossible for me to stay away. Cole is tough, sexy, and intensely loyal, yet his secrets are dark and his scars run deep. Not many women can handle his past, or the truth behind his fierce demands. But something about him beckons me - and our desire is a game I must play. I know he's dangerous, that even his touch is trouble, but what is passion without a little risk?Don't miss the rest of the other explosive titles in the Most Wanted series: Wanted and Heated.Fall in love with J. Kenner's hot and addictive bestselling Stark series charting the romance of Nikki and Damien Stark in Release Me, Claim Me, Complete Me, Take Me, Have Me, Play My Game, Seduce Me and Unwrap Me. And follow the passionate relationship of Sylvia Brooks and Jackson Steele in the Stark International trilogy: Say My Name, On My Knees and Under My Skin.(P)2014 Random House Audio
Ignition
by Kevin J. Anderson Doug BeasonWith a U. S. and Russian crew, the shuttle Atlantis is about to make history. But as millions of viewers tune in to watch, there's nothing to indicate that what they're seeing is a pre-recorded show...or that terrorists have taken over the Kennedy Space Center and are threatening to blow up the shuttle -- unless their demands are met. "Ignition ignites! An action-packed tale of suspense. Sure to be a top-notch movie!" -- Harold Robbins"High-tech suspense taut as a trip-wire. Great entertainment!" -- Stephen Coonts
Ignition
by Kevin J. Anderson Doug BeasonAn injured astronaut must save NASA from terrorists in this high-tech adventure by the bestselling authors of Lifeline and Ill Wind. Terrorists seize control of the Kennedy Space Center and hold the shuttle Atlantis and its crew hostage on the launchpad. But astronaut &“Iceberg&” Friese, grounded from the mission because of a broken foot, is determined to slip through the swamps and rocket facilities around Cape Canaveral and pull the plug on the terrorists. With their years of experience in the field, Anderson and Beason have packed Ignition with insider information to create an extremely plausible, action-packed thriller. &“Anderson and Beason have written a nail biter full of details about NASA and the Kennedy Space Center.&” —Library Journal
Il cuore non dimentica (Dreamspun Desires (Italiano) #7)
by Charlie CochetÈ sexy. È pericoloso. E non ricorda nulla. Joe Applin, il proprietario dell’Apple’N Pies, conduce una vita tranquilla e monotona e trascorre le giornate a servire clienti che vengono da ogni parte della città per gustare le sue deliziose torte fatte in casa. Insieme al suo bizzarro staff, Joe vive felice nel suo piccolo regno fatto di dolci e caffè. L’esperienza gli ha insegnato che l’amore è sopravvalutato e talvolta pericoloso. Non ha intenzione di ripetere gli errori del passato, ma poi incontra un uomo bellissimo e misterioso, senza nome e senza memoria, e non può negare che ci sia del tenero nell’aria. Non è tipo da correre rischi, né con il proprio cuore né tantomeno con la propria vita, ma più tempo passa con “Tom”, più rischia di perdere entrambi.