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Summertime Death: Malin Fors 2 (Malin Fors)
by Mons KallentoftAs the temperature in Sweden reaches a record-breaking 45 degrees, forest fires break out. All those who have failed to escape Linkoping for the summer take shelter indoors, shocked and paralysed by the heat.However, when a teenage girl is discovered naked and bleeding in the local park, it is clear that the raging heat is not the only plague affecting the town.Then a second girl is found dead.Alarmed by the fact that the victims are the same age as her daughter, Tove, detective Malin Fors will work round-the-clock to capture the perpetrator. But as every lead comes to nothing, it is as though the oppressive heat is clogging up the wheels of her investigation. And time is not on Malin's side . . .
Summertime of the Dead
by Gregory HughesYukio's two best friends are dead. Tormented and blackmailed by the Yakuza - the Japanese mafia - they have taken their own lives. Yukio is a kendo champion and he knows all the stories of the samurai. Heartbroken and furious, he is determined to avenge the deaths of his beloved Hiroshi and Miko. And so begins a deadly struggle between Yukio and the Yakuza, and between Yukio's capacity for love, and his thirst for revenge. Shot through with the beauty of Tokyo in spring, this is an unforgettable and uncompromising read.
Summertime, All the Cats Are Bored (The Inspector Sebag Mysteries #1)
by Philippe GeorgetThe first Inspector Sebag mystery. &“The plot is intricate and tense . . . [A] fantastic French ticking-clock thriller&” (Daily Mail). It&’s the middle of a long hot summer on the French Mediterranean shore and the town is teeming with tourists. Sebag and Molino, two tired cops who are being slowly devoured by dull routine and family worries, deal with the day&’s misdemeanors and petty complaints at the Perpignan police headquarters. But then a young Dutch woman is found murdered on a beach at Argelès, and another one disappears without a trace in the alleys of the city. Is it a serial killer obsessed with Dutch women? Maybe. The media senses fresh meat and moves in for the feeding frenzy. Out of the blue, Inspector Gilles Sebag finds himself thrust into the middle of a diabolical game. In order to focus on the matter at hand, he will have to put aside his cares, forget his suspicions about his wife&’s unfaithfulness, ignore his heart murmur, and get over his existential angst. But there is more to the case than anyone suspects. &“This is a superlative debut novel from the world of French noir. A perfect beach read.&” —La Repubblica &“[An] appealing hero . . . a crime novel très formidable.&” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) &“Georget provides great details along with a pace that lets the reader soak up those late-night swims and wine-soaked dinners in the end-of-summer Mediterranean heat.&” —Star Tribune &“A stylish debut novel . . . A superior beach read for fans of international crime.&” —Booklist
Summertime: an intriguing romantic page-turner set in post-war London from bestselling novelist Charlotte Bingham
by Charlotte BinghamFans of Louise Douglas, Dinah Jeffries and Kristin Hannah will love this unputdownable romantic read from bestselling author Charlotte Bingham. Portraying the highs and lows of love and marriage, it's an unforgettable read and the perfect dose of escapism.'The author perfectly evokes the atmosphere of a bygone era... ' -- Woman's Own'This is great summer escapism from an award-winning romantic novelist' - CHOICE'Compulsive reading!' -- ***** Reader review'Truly impossible to put down' -- ***** Reader review******************************************************************************************AN ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY...OR AN ESCAPE FROM HIM?When Trilby meets Lewis, the all-powerful proprietor of a newspaper group, she suspects that her life might be about to change, but not, as it transpires, forever. For not only does Lewis wish to acquire her cartoon strip, but Trilby herself.She is inevitably drawn to this handsome, older, and far more sophisticated personality, just as Lewis is, from the first, determined to marry the insouciant Trilby, despite the opposition of her friends and family. But having won her,Lewis reveals himself to be irrationally possessive.Becoming a virtual prisoner in her own home is not something that Trilby had ever dreamt could happen to her, a young woman in 1950s London, but it is not long before she realises that Lewis is prepared to go to extraordinary lengths to keep her to himself. Quite by chance, she discovers the real reason for her husband's unforgivable behaviour.Trilby must come to terms with the truth about Lewis, and more importantly, herself, before she can experience the kind of carefree happiness she once knew before her marriage.
Summit Chase: Number 8 in Series (The Destroyer #8)
by Warren Murphy Richard SapirThe small African nation of Scambia is in danger and it doesn't even know it. International syndicates want to create a lawless safe haven for well-heeled criminals and Scambia fits the bill perfectly. But they have a problem: the president of Scambia is a dedicated servant of his country. But the vice-president isn't. All that's needed is financial backing, good timing and a little honour among thieves, and this fragile democratic nation will fall. What the criminals won't count on is Remo Williams.Remo is The Destroyer, an ex-cop who should be dead, but instead fights for the secret government law-enforcement organisation CURE. Trained in the esoteric martial art of Sinanju by his aged mentor, Chiun, Remo is America's last line of defence. Breathlessly action-packed and boasting a winning combination of thrills, humour and mysticism, the Destroyer is one of the bestselling series of all time.
Summit Kill
by Clark HowardOne man fights to foil a wild plot for worldwide destruction in this action-packed thriller from &“a superlative storyteller&” (Publishers Weekly).Herr Inman has a plan and the resources to pull it off.First there will be five assassinations of powerful world leaders—including the pope—then three atomic bombs aimed at major cities. In the resulting chaos, Inman will take over the world . . .Christian Alsen is a mercenary hired by Inman to put the scheme in motion. Instead, he sets out in search of a way to stop this madman . . .Summit Kill is a thrill-a-minute, high-stakes tale from an Edgar Award–winning and Barry, Anthony, and Shamus Award–nominated author
Summit Lake
by Charlie Donlea"A gem of a mystery, fast-paced and suspenseful."--Catherine Coulter, # 1 New York Times bestselling authorSet in a small, picturesque North Carolina town, Charlie Donlea's suspenseful debut novel tells the haunting story of a murdered law school student, the reporter assigned to her story--and the intimate connection that comes when the living walk in the footsteps of the dead."No suspects. No persons of interest. Just a girl who was alive one day and dead the next."Some places seem too beautiful to be touched by horror. Summit Lake, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is that kind of place, with charming stilt houses dotted along the pristine water. But two weeks ago, Becca Eckersley, a first-year law student, was brutally murdered in one of those houses. The daughter of a powerful attorney, Becca was hard-working, accomplished, and ambitious. Now, while the town reels with grief and shocked residents gather to share their theories, the police are baffled.At first, investigative reporter Kelsey Castle thinks of the assignment as a fluff piece. But the savagery of the crime, and the determined efforts to keep the case quiet, all hint at something far more than a random attack by a stranger. As Kelsey digs deeper, pushing on despite danger and warnings, she feels a growing connection to the dead girl. And the more she learns about Becca's friendships, her love life--and the secrets she was keeping--the more convinced she becomes that learning the truth about Becca could be the key to overcoming her own dark past...Advance Praise for Summit Lake"An exciting debut, with all the right touches, captivating from the first page to the last. There's a bright future ahead for this newcomer to the thriller genre -- definitely a talent to watch."--Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author"Gripping! This one kept me up late into the night."--Nancy Bush, New York Times bestselling author"A swift, outstanding debut. Summit Lake engrossed me then knocked me cold. Charlie Donlea is a superb storyteller sure to damage the best seller lists."--Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author"Summit Lake makes a small town come alive through the lens of madness, misunderstandings, betrayal, and a pile of the kind of secrets that makes a mystery of a life so hard to untangle from its death. The pages fly by, zinging through the twists and revelations, all the way to the shattering conclusion."--Jamie Mason"A brilliant, haunting thriller in which The Lovely Bones meets The Silence of the Lambs--with a bit of Twin Peaks thrown in for good measure! Charlie Donlea weaves a unique, spellbinding tale about a bond between two fascinating women--one living, one dead. Full of unexpected twists and turns, Summit Lake is an irresistible page-turner."--Kevin O'Brien, New York Times bestselling author"Grabs you from the very start and doesn't let go! This gripping thriller keeps you at the edge of your seat and gasping in all the right places. Donlea spins a perfectly crafted story of two women, both victims of violent crime, searching for justice, redemption and ultimately--peace. You won't be able to put this book down until you've uncovered all the secrets hidden inside the picturesque town of Summit Lake."--Emily Bleeker
Summit Lake
by Charlie Donlea&“A gem of a mystery, fast-paced and suspenseful.&”--Catherine Coulter, # 1 New York Times bestselling author Set in a small, picturesque North Carolina town, Charlie Donlea&’s suspenseful debut novel tells the haunting story of a murdered law school student, the reporter assigned to her story—and the intimate connection that comes when the living walk in the footsteps of the dead. &“No suspects. No persons of interest. Just a girl who was alive one day and dead the next.&” Some places seem too beautiful to be touched by horror. Summit Lake, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is that kind of place, with charming stilt houses dotted along the pristine water. But two weeks ago, Becca Eckersley, a first-year law student, was brutally murdered in one of those houses. The daughter of a powerful attorney, Becca was hard-working, accomplished, and ambitious. Now, while the town reels with grief and shocked residents gather to share their theories, the police are baffled. At first, investigative reporter Kelsey Castle thinks of the assignment as a fluff piece. But the savagery of the crime, and the determined efforts to keep the case quiet, all hint at something far more than a random attack by a stranger. As Kelsey digs deeper, pushing on despite danger and warnings, she feels a growing connection to the dead girl. And the more she learns about Becca&’s friendships, her love life—and the secrets she was keeping—the more convinced she becomes that learning the truth about Becca could be the key to overcoming her own dark past…Advance Praise for Summit Lake &“An exciting debut, with all the right touches, captivating from the first page to the last. There&’s a bright future ahead for this newcomer to the thriller genre — definitely a talent to watch.&”--Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author &“Gripping! This one kept me up late into the night.&”--Nancy Bush, New York Times bestselling author &“A swift, outstanding debut. Summit Lake engrossed me then knocked me cold. Charlie Donlea is a superb storyteller sure to damage the best seller lists.&”--Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author &“Summit Lake makes a small town come alive through the lens of madness, misunderstandings, betrayal, and a pile of the kind of secrets that makes a mystery of a life so hard to untangle from its death. The pages fly by, zinging through the twists and revelations, all the way to the shattering conclusion.&”--Jamie Mason &“A brilliant, haunting thriller in which The Lovely Bones meets The Silence of the Lambs—with a bit of Twin Peaks thrown in for good measure! Charlie Donlea weaves a unique, spellbinding tale about a bond between two fascinating women—one living, one dead. Full of unexpected twists and turns, Summit Lake is an irresistible page-turner.&”--Kevin O&’Brien, New York Times bestselling author &“Grabs you from the very start and doesn&’t let go! This gripping thriller keeps you at the edge of your seat and gasping in all the right places. Donlea spins a perfectly crafted story of two women, both victims of violent crime, searching for justice, redemption and ultimately—peace. You won&’t be able to put this book down until you&’ve uncovered all the secrets hidden inside the picturesque town of Summit Lake.&”--Emily Bleeker
Summit of All Fears (Parker Sisters Mysteries #Vol. 2)
by J.D WhitelawA famous—and famously nasty—PI is killed, and the Parker sisters are on the case: &“Madcap mystery . . . just brilliant!&” —Marion Todd, author of the Detective Clare Mackay novels Martha, Helen, and Geri Parker&’s successful detective work is bringing them newfound fame. They&’re even invited to be guests of honour at SteinerFest—a crime convention run by celebrity PI couple Murray and Roberta Steiner. But like everything else in their lives, the convention does not go to plan. When Murray Steiner is found dead, tongues start to wag and rumours swirl that his death might not be an innocent tragedy. With Geri implicated in the potential skulduggery, it&’s up to Martha and Helen to clear her name and get to the bottom of what really happened. As the list of Murray Steiner&’s enemies grows, the Parker sisters are once more thrown into the thick of the action—but can they keep their investigative winning streak going?Praise for the previous Parker Sisters Mystery, Banking on Murder &“[A] sparkling slice of crime fiction.&” —Marion Todd &“Murder, mayhem and a trio of meddling private investigators make for a hugely entertaining mystery. . . . Kept me guessing while bringing a smile to my face. I can&’t wait to see what the Parker sisters get up to next!&” —Lisa Gray, Washington Post–bestselling author of the Jessica Shaw thrillers
Summit: A Novel
by Harry Farthing"Magnificent! A compelling, fast-paced novelthat reveals a rarely seen dark side of Everest. A must-read!" - James W. Huston, New York Times bestselling author of The Blood FlagThe view from 8,848 meters isn't always clear. Even after eight successful summits, Mount Everest guide Neil Quinn can't handle anything the mountain throws his way. Disaster strikes steps from the top, leaving him with a very old swastika-embellished ice axe that should never have been so high on the mountain - not if Everest's meticulously documented history is accurate.Danger doesn't stop at the descent.When he heads back to Europe, blackballed and alone, he struggles to discover the truth about this lost relic. Quinn's investigations soon have neo-Nazis, assassins, and history buffs vying to take possession of the axe'proof of Nazi alpine superiority, and strong evidence that a German climber was the first to summit Mount Everest.Beautifully written and meticulously researched, Summit follows two climbers across two continents as their stories intertwine across history, culminating in one final push for the top of the world."Gripping...Farthing vividly depicts the challenges of mountain climbing." - Publishers Weekly
Summit’s Edge (An FBI K-9 Novel #9)
by Sara DriscollFBI handler Meg Jennings and her K-9 partner, Hawk, vie to rescue plane crash survivors from a Colorado mountain—and contend with a hijacker determined to escape justice. As long as there&’s hope of finding life, no mission is too dangerous for Meg Jennings and her colleagues in the FBI K-9 unit. But locating the wreckage of a hijacked private plane high in the Elk Mountains of Colorado is treacherous in a multitude of ways—some of them impossible for even a seasoned team to predict. The plane, carrying the board of directors of Barron Pharmaceuticals, crashed on a rocky peak and was cleaved in two. Perilous weather means the rescuers have to ascend on foot, with their dogs unleashed in case of falls. It takes hours to locate the wreckage, but miraculously, Meg and Hawk find a number of passengers and crew still alive. The hijacker also survived, and has fled into the wilderness with the CEO&’s son in pursuit. As soon as day breaks, the K-9 teams set out to find both men, and the dogs quickly pick up a scent trail. Meg has used her connections with an investigative reporter to learn as much as she can about the hijacker, hoping to use it when they apprehend him. But first, they must contend with the mountain&’s savage fury, and an adversary who will destroy as many lives as possible rather than face justice . . .
Summon Up the Blood (Detective Silas Quinn Mysteries #1)
by R. N. MorrisA city, gripped in the fear of terrifying crimes, will be pushed to breaking point.London, 1914. A killer is at liberty in the dark alleys of the city. His victims have one thing in common: all the blood has been drained from their bodies. Who could do such a thing – and why would he want his victims’ blood?As the killer’s reign of terror continues, Detective Inspector Silas Quinn of Scotland Yard’s Special Crimes department realises that, in order to catch his prey, he must learn to think like the killer himself.His search will take him through London’s squalid back streets, seedy Soho haunts and louche aristocratic watering holes, all in pursuit of a truly twisted individual.First in an absolutely gripping historical mystery series, perfect for fans of Abir Mukherjee, S. G. MacLean and Rory Clements.Praise for R. N. Morris‘Morris launches a new series with this superior whodunnit’ Publishers Weekly‘A challenging, utterly fascinating read’ Booklist‘Quinn’s passion for justice makes for an engrossing and disquieting Sherlockian entry’ Library Journal
Summon the Bright Water
by Geoffrey HouseholdIn the Forest of Dean, Pierre Colet joins an esoteric community preparing its members for the collapse of urban civilisation. The experiment is financed by Simeon Marrin, who allows it to be thought that he has the secrets of alchemy. He is also an accomplished diver, who explores the bed of the Severn at night.One night Colet joins him - and barely escapes with his life. With the growing suspicion that Marrin is secretly mining a hoard of buried treasure to finance his commune, Colet, whom his adversary believes dead, hides out in the forest and shadows Marrin's every move.
Summon the Bright Water
by Geoffrey HouseholdOn a walk in the woods, a historian is drawn into a conspiracy of murder Piers Colet is about to fly to Spain when his plane's engine catches fire. His research trip delayed, he decides to spend the week exploring the banks of the Severn, the ancient river that winds through the backwoods of Wales. Searching for a place to bed down for the evening, he finds himself in Simeon Marrin's commune, where a group of people disgusted with the course of modern civilization have gathered to wait for the coming end of the world. Here he meets the charming Elsa, who intrigues him only slightly less than the rumors that the Severn runs rich with gold. When a trip into the water with Marrin nearly costs Colet his life, the economic historian goes to ground, taking shelter in the mysterious Forest of Dean. Where ancient Romans once fought, where Druids once worshipped, Colet must now learn to kill.
Summon the Bright Water (Murder Room #529)
by Geoffrey HouseholdIn the Forest of Dean, Pierre Colet joins an esoteric community preparing its members for the collapse of urban civilisation. The experiment is financed by Simeon Marrin, who allows it to be thought that he has the secrets of alchemy. He is also an accomplished diver, who explores the bed of the Severn at night.One night Colet joins him - and barely escapes with his life. With the growing suspicion that Marrin is secretly mining a hoard of buried treasure to finance his commune, Colet, whom his adversary believes dead, hides out in the forest and shadows Marrin's every move.
Summoned to Thirteenth Grave: A Novel (Charley Davidson Series #13)
by Darynda JonesGrim Reaper Charley Davidson is back in the final installment of Darynda Jones’ New York Times bestselling paranormal series--Summoned to Thirteenth Grave. <P><P>Charley Davidson, Grim Reaper extraordinaire, is pissed. She’s been kicked off the earthly plane for eternity –which is exactly the amount of time it takes to make a person stark, raving mad. But someone’s looking out for her, and she’s allowed to return after a mere hundred years in exile. <P><P>Is it too much to hope for that not much has changed? Apparently it is. Bummer. <P><P>She’s missed her daughter. She’s missed Reyes. She’s missed Cookie and Garrett and Uncle Bob. But now that she’s back on earth, it’s time to put to rest burning questions that need answers. What happened to her mother? How did she really die? Who killed her? And are cupcakes or coffee the best medicine for a broken heart? <P><P> It all comes to a head in an epic showdown between good and evil in this final smart and hilarious novel. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Sun Damage: A Novel
by Sabine DurrantReminiscent of the works of Patricia Highsmith and Lucy Foley, a compulsive psychological thriller—“the perfect poolside reading” (Guardian)—involving gorgeous grifters on the loose in the south of France who prey on a group of unsuspecting vacationers . . . and each other.The heat is intense. The secrets are stifling. And there is no escape.In a tiny village in Provence, nine guests arrive at a luxury holiday home.The visitors know each other well, or at least they think they do.The only stranger among them is Lulu, the young woman catering their stay. But Lulu is not exactly the woman on the video the guests thought they’d hired. Turns out Lulu has plenty to hide—and nowhere to run as the heat rises.In this seemingly idyllic getaway, under the scorching sun, loyalties will be tested, secrets exposed, and tensions pushed to the brink . . .Dripping in intrigue, Sun Damage is a glamorous, witty, and totally riveting story chock full of secrets, lies and . . . more lies.
Sun Damage: Claustrophobic and suspenseful, with an engaging narrator and a satisfying twist
by Sabine DurrantThe heat is intense. The secrets are stifling. She just needs to escape . . .Nine guests arrive at a remote villa in the south of France.They know each other well. Or think they do.But at least one of them has plenty to hide - and nowhere to run.Under the relentless sun, loyalties will be tested, secrets revealed, and tensions pushed to the point of no return.The sensational new novel from the universally acclaimed Sabine Durrant - destined to be the thriller of summer 2022.Praise for Sabine Durrant's previous thrillers:'Seriously superior psychological thriller' Star pick, SUNDAY TIMES Crime Club'Masterly' Louise Candlish 'Incredible!' Lucy Atkins 'Riveting' Clare Mackintosh 'Extraordinary' Mark Edwards 'Intelligent, twisty' OBSERVER 'Accomplished and addictive' SUNDAY TIMES'Stupendously addictive' Deborah Moggach 'Pace, place, characters, plot ... it's a masterclass' Gill Hornby 'Deliciously sly and profoundly moving' JP Delaney 'Elegant and astute' Louise O'Neill 'Engrossing psychological crime' LITERARY REVIEW(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Sun Damage: The most suspenseful crime thriller of 2023 from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Lie With Me - 'perfect poolside reading' The Guardian
by Sabine Durrant'Another masterful trouble-in-paradise book from Sabine Durrant, whose sharp observations strip bare the darkness we all try to hide. The suspense sizzles off every page' ERIN KELLY'Plenty of Ripleyish peril to keep the nerves on edge' CLARE CHAMBERS'Sun-soaked brilliance' SARAH HILARY The heat is intense. The secrets are stifling. She just needs to escape . . .Nine guests arrive at a remote villa in the south of France.They know each other well. Or think they do.But at least one of them has plenty to hide - and nowhere to run.Under the relentless sun, loyalties will be tested, secrets revealed, and tensions pushed to the point of no return.The sensational new novel from the universally acclaimed Sabine Durrant - destined to be the thriller of summer 2022.'Secrets and tensions rise along with the temperature until they reach boiling point' RED'I tore through Sun Damage!' SJ WATSON'Absorbing, intriguing, with great twists and pace, SUN DAMAGE is a wonderful rollercoaster of a read' B.A. PARIS'Sensuously atmospheric, Sun Damage is a twisty thriller with the added delight of acute social comedy. Without doubt Sabine Durrant's best novel yet' GILL HORNBYPraise for Sabine Durrant's previous thrillers:'Seriously superior psychological thriller' Star pick, SUNDAY TIMES Crime Club'Masterly' Louise Candlish 'Incredible!' Lucy Atkins 'Riveting' Clare Mackintosh 'Extraordinary' Mark Edwards 'Intelligent, twisty' OBSERVER 'Accomplished and addictive' SUNDAY TIMES'Stupendously addictive' Deborah Moggach 'Pace, place, characters, plot ... it's a masterclass' Gill Hornby 'Deliciously sly and profoundly moving' JP Delaney 'Elegant and astute' Louise O'Neill 'Engrossing psychological crime' LITERARY REVIEW
Sun God
by Nan RyanUSA Today–bestselling author Nan Ryan delivers the intensely passionate, spellbinding story of a man driven by revenge, a woman consumed by desire, and a love that transcends the enmity dividing themThe Indian stood naked in the sunlight.To the world, he is the half-breed Luiz Quintano. But to Amy Sullivan, he is Tonatiuh, the magnificent son of a Spanish grandee and an Aztec princess—and she has worshipped him since girlhood. After five years at a New Orleans finishing school, Amy is finally coming home to her family&’s sprawling Texas ranch—and the man she loves. Until a night of passionate reunion erupts in shattering violence, forcing them to part as bitter enemies.Tonatiuh has waited a decade to take his revenge on the family who almost succeeded in destroying him. His triumphant return as the feared military commander El Capitán is only the first step in his plan. But after he makes Amy his captive, he once again falls prey to her sensual charms. As passion reignites, Tonatiuh is consumed by the need to reclaim the woman who betrayed him, the woman he will hate—and love—for the rest of his life.
Sun Storm (Rebecka Martinsson Ser. #1)
by Asa LarssonOn the floor of a church in northern Sweden, the body of a man lies mutilated and defiled-and in the night sky, the aurora borealis dances as the snow begins to fall....So begins Åsa Larsson's spellbinding thriller, winner of Sweden's Best First Crime Novel Award and an international literary sensation.Rebecka Martinsson is heading home to Kiruna, the town she'd left in disgrace years before. A Stockholm attorney, Rebecka has a good reason to return: her friend Sanna, whose brother has been horrifically murdered in the revivalist church his charisma helped create. Beautiful and fragile, Sanna needs someone like Rebecka to remove the shadow of guilt that is engulfing her, to forestall an ambitious prosecutor and a dogged policewoman. But to help her friend, and to find the real killer of a man she once adored and is now not sure she ever knew, Rebecka must relive the darkness she left behind in Kiruna, delve into a sordid conspiracy of deceit, and confront a killer whose motives are dark, wrenching, and impossible to guess....From the Hardcover edition.
Sun and Shadow
by Laurie Thompson Ake EdwardsonLike his fellow countryman Henning Mankell, Åke Edwardson is a successful figure on the international mystery scene and a brilliant discovery for lovers of intricate, psychologically charged, and stylish crime novels. With Sun and Shadow, Edwardson introduces readers to detective Erik Winter, the youngest chief inspector in Sweden, who wears sharp suits, cooks gourmet meals, has a penchant for jazz, and is about to become a father. He's also moody and intuitive, his mind inhabiting the crimes he's trying to solve. In this atmospheric, heart-stopping tale, Winter's troubles abound--and a bloody double murder on his doorstep is just the beginning.
Sun and Shadow (Day and Knight #2)
by Dirk GreysonSequel to Day and KnightDay and Knight: Book TwoDayton "Day" Ingram is recovering from an injury suffered in Mexico--and from his failed relationship with fellow Scorpion agent, Knight. While researching an old government document, Day realizes he might be holding the key to finding an artistic masterpiece lost since WWII. But the Russians are looking for it too, and have a team in place in Eastern Europe hunting it down. Day and Knight are brought back together when they are charged with getting to the painting first. Knight wants to leave Mexico and everything that happened there behind, and return to the life he had--except it wasn't much of a life. When he's partnered up with Day, keeping his distance proves to be challenging. But Day is as stubborn as Knight and isn't willing to let him walk away. Their assignment leads them through Germany and Austria with agents hot on their tail--agents willing to do whatever it takes to get to the masterpiece first. If Day and Knight can live long enough to find the painting, they might also discover something even more precious--each other.
Sun of Suns: Book One Of Virga (Virga #1)
by Karl SchroederA young man seeks vengeance against the man who killed his parents in this action-packed science fiction thriller series opener.It is the distant future. The world known as Virga is a fullerene balloon three thousand kilometers in diameter, filled with air, water, and aimlessly floating chunks of rock. The humans who live in this vast environment must build their own fusion suns and “towns” that are in the shape of enormous wood and rope wheels that are spun for gravity.Young, fit, bitter, and friendless, Hayden Griffin is a very dangerous man. He’s come to the city of Rush in the nation of Slipstream with one thing in mind: to take murderous revenge for the deaths of his parents six years ago. His target is Admiral Chaison Fanning, head of the fleet of Slipstream, which conquered Hayden’s nation of Aerie years ago. And the fact that Hayden’s spent his adolescence living with pirates doesn’t bode well for Fanning’s chances . . .
Sun, Sand, Murder: A Mystery (Teddy Creque Mysteries)
by John Keyse-WalkerWritten with a wry, witty narrative voice and a plot full of twists and turns, John Keyse-Walker’s Minotaur Books/Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Award-winning debut is a pure delight.As a Special Constable, Teddy Creque is the only police presence on the remote, sun-drenched island of Anegada, nestled in the heart of the British Virgin Islands. In all his years on the job, Teddy has never considered the possibility that he might have to address an actual crime on his peaceful island. That is, until he receives a hysterical call about a dead man on the beach. Indeed, Teddy is shocked to discover Paul Kelliher, a biologist who traveled to the island every winter for research, lying dead on the sands of the island’s most remote beach, killed by a single shot to the head. And when the BVI’s “real police” task Teddy with informing Kelliher’s nearest kin of his death, Teddy makes an even more surprising discovery: there’s no record that Paul Kelliher ever existed. Suddenly Teddy’s routine life is thrown into tumult as he tries to track a killer—against his boss’s wishes—while balancing his complicated family life, three other jobs, and the colorful characters populating the island around him.