- Table View
- List View
Special Effect
by Russell J. SandersGraduating senior, theater lighting wunderkind, and closeted gay, Nick Fortunati volunteers with The Streetwise Players in the dark corners of The Laughton, a creepy old movie palace decorated in Grand Guignol style. But his father wishes Nick would use his intellect and his scholarship to become a biotech engineer and earn a prosperous living for his future family. Nick loves his dad and wants to please him, but he dreams of a career in theater. And he wants a male lover. Unfortunately, his homophobic father won't approve of either. When Nick's at his loneliest, out of the corners of the theater and into his life comes trouble-laden Steve Stripling, a man with little memory of his past other than his name. Meanwhile, Nick's introduced to the dashing Wash Vitek and is torn between the two men. His situation is further complicated because he doesn't know if Wash is gay. Nick resolves to solve the mystery surrounding Steve and help the young man recover his memories, even though by doing so, he risks losing the first love he's ever found.
Special Forces Afghanistan: Direct Action
by Peter TelepTime is running out for Triple Nickel. <P> The men of ODA-555, better known as Triple Nickel, are the first unit to hit Afghanistan after 9/11. With limited supplies, unforgiving terrain, and no time to lose, Captain James Pharaoh splits his team into two lethal components-one confronting an al-Qaeda-backed militia, the other rushing to save the Afghanistan president's life.
Special Forces Father
by Mallory KaneMission: Fatherhood Special Forces operative Travis Delancey is glad to be back from a difficult mission. But his long-awaited homecoming turns into a nightmare when he hears that his college sweetheart Kate Chalmet gave birth to his son while he was away...and the child has been kidnapped. His skills are instrumental in rescuing the boy, but his reunion with Kate is a distraction.Kate had her reasons for not telling Travis about his son, but now she must put her doubts aside. His strength and determination to save their child make her realize he's different from the man he was before entering the military. Perhaps Travis is ready for a family...if he can forgive her. But she cannot get ahead of herself-first they have to save their son.
Special Forces K-9 (Protectors at K-9 Ranch)
by Julie MillerA former soldier and his dogare about to come to her rescue After a heroic career, Special Forces ex-soldier Ben Hunter is fighting a new battle: adjusting to civilian life. But when the life of his occupational therapist is threatened, the wounded vet and his service dog, Rocky, spring into action. Maeve Phillips believes her friend was murdered and won&’t stop until she tracks down the killer…who is now hunting her. Nobody&’s going to harm Maeve on Ben&’s watch. Now a predator is about to find out what it feels like to be prey.From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the Protectors at K-9 Ranch series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Shadow SurvivorsBook 2: K-9 DefenderBook 3: Special Forces K-9Book 4: Protecting the PackBook 5: Crime Scene K-9
Special Forces Rendezvous (The Hunted)
by Elle KennedyA beautiful doctor and a soldier on the run are out to stop a major terror attack in the New York Times–bestselling author’s military romantic thriller.Unless they stop it, the deadly virus decimating San Marquez will be unleashed on America. Fugitive Sgt. Sebastian Stone and Dr. Julia Davenport have stumbled onto the shocking conspiracy behind a terrifying ultimatum—but exposing it could cost them their lives.Sparks of passion have already threatened their mission. Though both Sebastian and Julia don’t “do” commitment, they rush headlong into a casual affair. On the run from both the government and terrorists, neither Sebastian nor Julia knows who to trust. As the clock runs down, they must survive long enough to risk their hearts . . .
Special Forces Savior
by Janie CrouchHe has to shut down the terrorists or lose everything. Including the woman who's become a target. Omega Sector: Critical Response agent Derek Waterman is hunting some very bad men. After weeks of chasing cold leads, he has found the evidence that could expose the architects of a lethal terrorist bombing. But before Derek can start busting bad guys, he needs help from Dr. Molly Humphries, Omega's lead forensic scientist. Molly works to retrieve the data-and overcome her debilitating crush on the super agent. And Derek carefully suppresses his mutual smoldering attraction, sure that his dark past will drive Molly away. But when Molly's kidnapped, Derek will stop at nothing to save her. Even if a lethal enemy will do everything to keep him from doing so.
Special Forces Seduction
by C.J. MillerWhen two spies reunite, sparks fly in the most dangerous of circumstances... Go undercover one final time to bring down a drug lord. That's all Finn Carter wants from his ex, Alex "Hyde" Flores. But the sexy spy never counted on his feelings for her roaring back to life! Hyde's made it clear she's looking for forever while he's committed to staying in the field. Things change when their mission goes awry... Hyde wants out of the black ops game, yet she can't resist one more assignment. If she lays her life and her love down one last time, she demands nothing less from Finn. As the risky takedown spirals out of control, both spies must use all their wiles to stay alive...and have a future together!
Special Forces: Identical Stranger / Special Forces: The Spy (mission Medusa) (Mission Medusa #2)
by Cindy DeesThe New York Times–bestselling author continues her Mission Medusa series with a shocking scenario: a secret agent kidnaps an undercover operative.To maintain his cover, spy Zane Cosworth kidnaps Medusa member Piper Ford. She might be trained to endure a hostage situation, but when one of her kidnappers continues to protect her from harm, she finds herself losing her heart. They flee for their lives, and the lines between enemy and lover begin to blur. But will they survive long enough to explore this new passion?
Special Forces: The Operator (Mission Medusa #3)
by Cindy DeesA Mission Medusa operative and a security specialist take on a terrorist cell poised to attack the Olympics in this high-powered thriller.Intense training has prepared Special Forces member Rebel McQueen for anything . . . that is, except sexy security specialist Avi Bronson. They are complete opposites, and yet only Rebel and Avi believe in an imminent terrorist attack. Together, they must protect thousands of innocent lives. But who will save Rebel from certain heartache if she dares to succumb to Avi—and their most dangerous attraction?
Special Forces: The Recruit (Mission Medusa #1)
by Cindy DeesMeet the do-or-die female warriors who’ll do anything for justice. Introducing the Mission Medusa series from the New York Times–bestselling author.Years of intense training have prepared Tessa Wilkes to become a Medusa—part of an elite, women-only Special Forces team. But all the mental prep and physical training in the world can’t prepare her fully to take on one of the world’s most dangerous men. The ultimate operative, Tessa teams with trainer Beau Lambert to track her target, but even if she survives, will her heart?
Special Operations
by Frank CamperTHE SNIPER: Private Joseph Pate. Men were his targets and killing them was his favorite game.
Special Operations (Badge of Honor #2)
by W.E.B. GriffinIn this exciting new series, W. E. B. Griffin reveals a city police force with all the authentic detail and drama that made THE CORPS and BROTHERHOOD OF WAR phenomenal bestsellers. Here is an explosive novel of the men and women behind the badge--a unique brotherhood of courage, loyalty, and trust. Facing a desperate public, a hostile press, and reluctant witnesses, they must stop a new reign of violence--a terrifying spree of kidnapping and rape that has plunged the entire city in fear. . . .
Special Operations Command #2: Burma Strike
by James N. PruittA plane carrying a number of United States Congressmen, their wives and various staff members has crashed in the jungles of Burma. B.J. Mattson and Jake Mortimer, of the Special Operations Command, along with a company of U.S. Army Rangers, are tasked with rescuing the survivors. But a province warlord has kidnapped the survivors and plans to use them as human bargaining chips in a political power-play. Violence. 2nd novel in the "Special Operations Command" series, 1990.
Special Ops Affair (All McQueen's Men #4)
by Jennifer MoreyAs far as Odelia Frank is concerned, her heart went into lockdown the day her agent-husband was killed in action. Then Jagger "Jag" Benney is assigned to help her investigate a notorious arms broker, and the invincible intelligence officer feels a glimmer of vulnerability she hasn't felt in years....Despite their chemistry, Jag has his own suspicions about Odie, and the secrets he knows she's hiding. But as a deadly conspiracy explodes, Odie will have to decide if her too-quiet, too-clever, too-sexy partner is someone she can trust-or just a terrible reminder of what happens when you mix duty and love.
Special Ops Cowboy: A Western Romantic Suspense Novel (Midnight Pass, Texas #2)
by Addison FoxDeath stalks a cowboy&’s growing familyIt&’s a typical Texas night when Reese Grantham intends to drown her sorrows in a local bar. Her evening soon turns around, thanks to military operative turned rancher Hoyt Reynolds. Before she knows it, Reese is expecting a bundle of joy, but when she enters a killer&’s crosshairs, there&’s nothing Hoyt won&’t do to save her and his child.From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Midnight Pass, Texas miniseries:Book 1: The Cowboy's Deadly MissionBook 2: Special Ops CowboyBook 3: Under the Rancher's ProtectionBook 4: Undercover K-9 Cowboy
Special Ops Exclusive (The Hunted)
by Elle KennedyIn the midst of revolution, a renegade reporter and a Special Ops commando team to go after the truth in this sexy military romance series.Nothing will stop star journalist Rebecca Parker from getting a story—not a rioting mob, or even the sexy military man who literally sweeps her off her feet to safety. Nick Prescott is a hot number, a killer headline, and a bad liar. Who is he really? Who wants him dead? And how is he tied to the sinister government plot Rebecca’s been investigating? By teaming up with Nick to uncover the truth, the red-haired spitfire puts her own life in danger. Ignoring his warnings to walk away, Rebecca proves that she does what she wants and makes no apologies. But can this fierce survivor get the love she needs?
Special Ops Rendezvous
by Karen AndersAs The Adair Legacy continues, a beautiful P.I. and a damaged warrior race to prevent an assassination He can't remember what they did to him while he'd been held captive. But the blackouts and memory loss Sam Winston suffers since returning home scare the decorated soldier more than combat. Most of all, he fears placing those he cares about in danger...especially Olivia Owens. Despite the risks, the gorgeous investigator is determined to help Sam remember the terrible secrets locked inside his head. Olivia is convinced he's the key to a terrifying conspiracy. Working closely together, Olivia hopes that Sam makes progress with uncovering the past, and that the walls around his long-guarded heart fall down....
Special Ops Seduction (An Alaska Force Novel #5)
by Megan CraneShe's the last woman he ever wanted to see again... After an official operation turned deadly, Jonas Crow began a new life in Grizzly Harbor with Alaska Force. But when fellow soldier Bethan Wilcox joins the group, she forces him to remember things he actively prefers to forget. That&’s unforgivable enough. But now the two of them are forced together on a mission to uncover deadly secrets tied to their complicated past, and with the heat between them at a boil, forgiveness is the least of his worries... And the only woman he needs. Bethan Wilcox, one of the first women to make it through Army Ranger school, didn't join Alaska Force to deal with Jonas's foul temper. Or her own errant attraction to him. Thrown together in a race against the clock, they have to pretend to be a couple and play nice to throw the enemy off their scent. She knows better than to let their pretend love feel real...especially while time is running out. Jonas has always been good at saving the world. But it&’s Bethan he needs to save this time around—if she doesn&’t save him first.
Special Topics in Calamity Physics
by Marisha PesslBlue Van Meer enters a small, elite school in a sleepy town. Her unusual past draws her to a group of friends and their captivating teacher Hannah Schneider. A sudden drowning, a series of inexplicable events, and finally the shocking death of Hannah herself lead to a confluence of mysteries. And Blue is left to make sense of it all with only her gimlet-eyed instincts and cultural lexicon to guide her.
Special Topics in Calamity Physics
by Marisha PesslMarisha Pessl's Special Topics in Calamity Physics is an unforgettable debut novel that combines the storytelling gifts of Donna Tartt and the suspense of Alfred Hitchcock: a darkly hilarious coming-of-age tale and a richly plotted suspense story, told with dazzling intelligence and wit. 'I wrote this account one year after I'd found Hannah Dead. I thought I'd managed to erase all traces of that night within myself. But I was wrong. Every night when I tried to sleep, I'd close my eyes and see her again, exactly as I found her, hanging from a pine tree by an orange electrical cord, her neck twisted like a tulip stem, her eyes seeing nothing. Or else that was the problem. They'd seen everything. 'Special Topics in Calamity Physics is a mesmerizing debut. As teenager Blue van Meer tells her story we are hurled into a dizzying world of murder and butterflies, womanizing and wandering, American McCulture, The Western Canon, political radicalism and juvenile crushisms. Structured around a syllabus for a Great Works of Literature class (with hand-drawn Visual Aids), Blue's wickedly funny yet poignant tale reveals how the imagination finds meaning in the most bewildering times, the ways people of all ages strive for connection, and how the darkest of secrets can set us free. 'Beneath the foam of this exuberant debut is a dark, strong drink' Jonathan Franzen, author of, The Corrections 'Any [Donna] Tartt fan disappointed that her second novel had little in common with her debut should rush out and buy this book immediately. . . It's a brilliant debut, guaranteed to join the ranks of The Secret History and The Virgin Suicides as one of those rare books to become a cult hit and instant classic' Sunday Telegraph 'One of the most impressive debut novels I have ever read . . . It stops you doing anything apart from reading it ' Independent on Sunday 'Special Topics in Calamity Physics made me stay up all night reading; in the morning it seemed like one of those parties where everyone is too cool for you but you desperately want to know them anyway . . . I loved this book' Audrey Niffenegger, author of The Time Traveler's Wife Marisha Pessl was born in 1977 and lives in New York. This is her first novel.
Species
by Yvonne NavarroA genetically-engineered being that can take any form challenges those who created it.
Specimen Song (The Montana Mysteries Featuring Gabriel Du Pré #2)
by Peter BowenA &“plain-spoken, deep-thinking Montana cattle inspector&” takes on a serial killer in DC (The New York Times Book Review). With misgivings, cattle inspector and sometime deputy Gabriel Du Pré has left his hometown of Toussaint, Montana, for big-city Washington, DC, where the Métis Indian fiddler has agreed to play his people&’s music for a Smithsonian festival. But like the frightened and confused horse galloping wildly down the National Mall, Du Pré is very much out of his element. He does know how to catch and calm a runaway horse, however. If only catching a killer could be so simple. When a Cree woman from Canada who came to sing in the festival is found murdered, her death is just the first in a series of fatal attacks on Native Americans. Each killing is foretold by a shaman, and each time a primitive weapon is used. As the body count rises, Du Pré fears he might be the serial killer&’s ultimate target. New York Times–bestselling author Ridley Pearson says about Peter Bowen&’s Montana mysteries: &“The best of Tony Hillerman meets Zane Grey . . . Du Pré is a character of legendary proportions.&” And Booklist calls Gabriel Du Pré &“one of the most unusual characters working the fictional homicide beat.&”Specimen Song is the 2nd book in The Montana Mysteries Featuring Gabriel Du Pré series, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
Spectacle: A Historical Thriller In 19th Century Paris (Spectacle Ser. #1)
by Jodie Lynn ZdrokSpectacle is a YA murder mystery from debut author Jodie Lynn Zdrok in which a young reporter must use her supernatural visions to help track down a killer targeting the young women of Paris.Paris, 1887. Sixteen-year-old Nathalie Baudin writes the daily morgue column for Le Petit Journal. Her job is to summarize each day’s new arrivals, a task she finds both fascinating and routine. That is, until the day she has a vision of the newest body, a young woman, being murdered—from the perspective of the murderer himself.When the body of another woman is retrieved from the Seine days later, Paris begins to buzz with rumors that this victim may not be the last. Nathalie's search for answers sends her down a long, twisty road involving her mentally ill aunt, a brilliant but deluded scientist, and eventually into the Parisian Catacombs. As the killer continues to haunt the streets of Paris, it becomes clear that Nathalie's strange new ability may make her the only one who can discover the killer’s identity--and she'll have to do it before she becomes a target herself.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Spectacular Happiness
by Peter D. KramerIn his bestselling Listening to Prozac, Peter Kramer asked how much happiness we have a right to expect, and how quickly we should demand it. In Should You Leave? he questioned whether trading up has replaced loyalty in intimate relationships. Critics have praised his intellect and writing, comparing him to Roth and Updike, and have anticipated his turn to fiction. Now Kramer has made that transition. Spectacular Happiness is a daring, controversial novel about what constitutes the good life. Chip Samuels is a community college teacher and handyman on Cape Cod, loyal to the radical values his wife, Anais, introduced him to in the sixties. A patient husband and, above all, a loving father, his world has been shattered by Anais's decision to run off with their son in search of a more conventional life devoted to getting and spending. Spectacular Happiness opens when Chip is named as the chief suspect in a series of anarchist bombings of beachfront trophy homes. Meticulously planned, announced with fireworks, these explosions have caught the public imagination, and the irony is that Chip, now an outlaw-celebrity, is drawn into the publicity-based culture he is aiming to disrupt. His response: to assemble a memoir for his estranged son, a father's attempt to explain his motivations before the media distorts them. Chip has splendid allies: Sukey Kuykendahl, an upper-class Realtor with weaknesses for alcohol and overbearing men; Wendy Moro, a self-effacing defense attorney thrust into the limelight; and Manny Abelman, an aging psychotherapist disenchanted with his profession. But it is Chip's own voice that dominates the novel, concerned, searching, painfully aware of the absurd behaviors love can demand. Darkly intelligent, Spectacular Happiness will alter the way we look both at oversized beachfront mansions and at the culture that spawns them, the culture Chip calls the society of the spectacle. Provocative, compelling, stunning in its execution, this is the masterful first novel that Kramer's nonfiction has led his readers and reviewers to expect.
Spectral Evidence: Canadian Historical Mysteries (Canadian Historical Mysteries)
by Eileen Charbonneau Jude PittmanSeventeen year-old Newfoundlande rCharlotte Jaddore loves nothing more than learning sacred healing arts from the elders of her Mi’kmaq and Beothuk grand-mothers. But the year is 1692 and her fathe rneeds he rhelp .Thei rAmerican cousins in Salem, Massachusetts have been accused of witchcraft. Will Charlotte help her father fight for their lives.