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The Jury (Sisterhood #4)
by Fern MichaelsFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author. &“Fast paced and jam-packed with action . . . will please fans of her bloodthirsty-for-a-good-cause women.&”—Booklist Tea. Sympathy. Revenge. The Sisterhood has their own style of justice . . . The women of the Sisterhood know life isn&’t fair, but that doesn&’t mean they have to like it—or let it pass. Instead, these best friends share their joys, troubles, triumphs, heartaches and one collective mission: to right wrongs and bring justice where it is desperately needed. Even reeling from loss of one of their own, the Sisterhood is always prepared to rally behind a new friend. For years, Paula Woodley has suffered the broken bones and shattered self-esteem caused by an abusive marriage. But what can she do? Her high-profile, Washington powerbroker husband is not a man to be crossed. Or so he thinks. The Sisterhood may not be an organization found in any of his memos, but he&’s about to take a meeting with them—and they&’ll be setting the agenda . . . Series praise &“Spunky women who fight for truth, justice, and the American way.&”—Fresh Fiction on Final Justice &“Readers will enjoy seeing what happens when well-funded, very angry women take the law into their own hands.&”—Booklist on Weekend Warriors &“Delectable . . . deliver[s] revenge that&’s creatively swift and sweet, Michaels-style.&”—Publishers Weekly on Hokus Pokus
The Jury Master (David Sloane Ser. #Bk. 1)
by Robert DugoniIn a courtroom, David Sloane can grab a jury and make it dance. He can read jurors' expressions, feel their emotions, know their thoughts. With this remarkable ability, Sloane gets juries to believe the unbelievable, excuse the inexcusable, and return the most astonishing verdicts. The only barrier to Sloane's professional success is his conscience-until he gets a call from a man later found dead, and his life rockets out of control.
The Juryman
by Donald MacKenzieGerry Steel's loyalty to the man he worked for is total, and he will stop at nothing to ensure that Sullivan, on trial on an attempted murder charge, goes free. Once he has fixed the jury, and is assured that it will hang, Steel assumes there is nothing standing in the way of Sullivan's freedom. And there isn't - apart from the man himself . . .
The Juryman (Murder Room #664)
by Donald MacKenzieGerry Steel's loyalty to the man he worked for is total, and he will stop at nothing to ensure that Sullivan, on trial on an attempted murder charge, goes free. Once he has fixed the jury, and is assured that it will hang, Steel assumes there is nothing standing in the way of Sullivan's freedom. And there isn't - apart from the man himself . . .
The Just Men of Cordova: Large Print (The Four Just Men #3)
by Edgar WallaceIn Spain, the Just Men stalk a mysterious English doctor The beggar limps toward the outdoor café looking for a familiar face. He finds Manfred sitting alone and tells the gentleman to follow. Only when the beggar leans close and speaks in his true voice does Manfred recognize him as Gonsalez, master of disguise and an ally in the fight against crime. When they are joined by the rakish Poiccart, the Three Just Men are together at last. Feared throughout Europe for their willingness to kill those criminals whom the law cannot touch, they have come to Cordova in search of an English doctor—but they will soon discover that it is he who hunts them. The doctor is in the employ of Colonel Black, a financier and would-be Napoleon who seeks a particular Cordovan poison that cannot be detected by modern science. The fate of Europe hinges on a single vial of the lethal liquid, and the Just Men will be waiting when it falls. This ebook features a new introduction by Otto Penzler and has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices. The Just Men of Cordova is the third book in the Four Just Men series, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
The Justice
by Angela Elwell HuntFollowing her running mate's assassination, Darryn Austin becomes the first female U.S. president---and is thrilled to be in the highest position in the land. She soon discovers the need for allys and spies to keep tabs on enemies who look like friends. The target of a would be assassin, she discovers just how far people will go to make sure she doesn't stay in office. When she appoints an old college flame to her cabinet, she hopes to rekindle the flame between them. She grooms him for a seat on the Supreme Court with the hope that she will be able to control future court decisions. When personal circumstances trigger his spiritual conversion, Paul becomes a threat---one she seeks to eliminate.
The Justice Agency Complete Collection: Double Exposure\Dead Wrong\No Way Out\Thread of Suspicion\Dark Tide (The Justice Agency)
by Susan SleemanSusan Sleeman revisits her classic Justice Agency miniseries, five fan-favorite stories of love and danger Double ExposureWhen photographer Jennie Buchanan unknowingly captures a drug-cartel meeting on film, she becomes a target. Even worse, her only protection from the danger that threatens her life is the man who threatens her heart—her ex-boyfriend, former FBI agent Ethan Justice again. Ethan vows to safeguard Jennie from the deadly men on her trail and from further damage to hear heart… Dead WrongWhen one of her clients is murdered, P.I. Kat Justice fears for her life. Her survival depends on finding her unknown enemy first...and working with homicide detective Mitch Elliot, her onetime crush. It’ll take all her professional skills to ignore the sparks between them, yet keeping her distance may not be the best way to protect her heart--or their lives.No Way OutWhen Alyssa Wells uncovers evidence that her police officer husband was murdered by his partner, she and her children are in peril. Private investigator Cole Justice comes to the rescue; after two tours in Iraq, protecting Alyssa and her children shouldn’t be a problem. Alyssa feels drawn to him, but how can she trust anyone after everything she’s been through? Thread of SuspicionWhen someone sabotages former navy SEAL Luke Baldwin’s “unhackable” software, more than his reputation is at stake. Faced with treason charges, Luke turns to tech expert Dani Justice, also a talented investigator. She’s eager to dive into the challenging case…until her own personal, deadly connection to the hacker. Dani and Luke must use all their skills to defeat an enemy who can hack into any system and find them wherever they hide.Dark TideGina Evans knows her brother was murdered, even if the police won’t believe her. And now the man who took her brother’s life are after her and her baby niece. Gina’s only hope is the man she left behind—private investigator Derrick Justice. When the woman he never stopped loving and the baby he’s come to adore enter a killer’s crosshairs, can Derrick trap the cold-blooded murderer before he strikes again?
The Justice Game
by Randy SingerAfter the target of an investigative report storms a Virginia Beach television station, he kills one of the anchors before the SWAT team takes him down. Following the victim's funeral, her family files a lawsuit against the gun company who manufactured the killer's weapon of choice. The lawyers for the plaintiff and defendant-- Kelly Starling and Jason Noble-- are young, charismatic, and successful. They're also easy blackmail targets, both harboring a personal secret so devastating it could destroy their careers. Millions of dollars-- and more than a few lives-- are at stake. But as Kelly and Jason battle each other, they discover that the real fight is with unseen forces intent on controlling them both.
The Justice Machine
by Dick BauchChas Robertson is driven to steal to survive through a severe drought. His crime is witnessed by a police Aboriginal tracker and he is charged. Suddenly he is accused of attempting to murder the same witness. If Chas cannot convince the jury of his innocence he faces time in Darlinghurst Gaol. Or worse! Based on a true story, The Justice Machine examines the motivations of the players in the law game. The Magistrate, the Policeman, the Prosecutor, the Barrister and the Judge all have their own reasons for being there. Hardly any of them are to do with justice. The law and justice are different things it seems. The year is 1882 but this could be any time. Injustice is timeless.
The Justice Project
by Michael BetchermanHigh-school football champion Matt Barnes was on the top of the world until a freak snowboarding accident left him permanently disabled, ending his promising sports career. People gawk with horror and pity and don’t know what to say as Matt careens down the street. As he struggles to accept his changed body, Matt becomes depressed and isolated. Instead of college football camp, he faces a summer job at the local golf club. Then by chance Matt lands an internship at the Justice Project, an organization that defends the wrongly convicted. The other intern is his high-school nemesis, Sonya Livingstone, a quick-witted social activist with little time for jock culture. The two slowly develop a friendship as they investigate the case of Ray Richardson, who was convicted of murdering his parents twenty-one years ago. Matt and Sonya are soon convinced that Ray is innocent—but how will they prove it? Unravelling the cold case takes them on a journey filled with twists, turns, deception and danger. It will take dedication, perseverance and courage to unmask the real murderer. Can those same qualities help Matt move on to a life not defined by football?
The Justice Series 5-Book Bundle: The Fixer, The Red Hot Fix, The Unfirgivable Fix, Fixed in Blood, Fixed in Fear (Justice)
by T. E. WoodsPerfect for fans of Jeff Lindsay's Dexter thrillers and the novels of Lisa Gardner and Karin Slaughter, the Justice series from T. E. Woods combines heart-pounding suspense with moral weight and razor-sharp characters. These intense thrillers revolve around a mysterious woman known only as The Fixer--an elite assassin who kills in the name of justice. Now the first five volumes of this riveting series are available in one addictive ebook bundle: THE FIXER THE RED HOT FIX THE UNFORGIVABLE FIX FIXED IN BLOOD FIXED IN FEAR Also includes a preview of the upcoming sixth Justice novel from T. E. Woods! Never a doubt. Never a mistake. Always for justice. Never for revenge. She's the person you hire when you need something fixed--permanently. With a strict set of criteria, she evaluates every request and chooses only a few. No more than one job per country, per year. She will only step in if it's clear that justice will not be served any other way. Her jobs are completed with skill and precision, and never result in inquiry or police investigation. The Fixer is invisible--and quite deadly. . . . In the office of a clinical psychologist in Olympia, Washington, a beautiful young woman is in terrible emotional pain. She puts up walls, tells lies, and seems to speak in riddles, but the doctor is determined to help her heal, despite the fact that she claims to have hurt many people. As their sessions escalate, the psychologist feels compelled to reach out to the police, but it might be too late. In Seattle, a detective gets a call from his son. A dedicated journalist, he wants his father's expertise as he looks into a suspicious death. Together they follow the trail of leads toward a stone-cold hired killer--only to find that death has been closer than either could have imagined. Praise for The Fixer "Hot and unpredictable, this debut hurls you down the curvy gray avenues of right and wrong at about a hundred and fifty miles per hour. Strap yourself in!"--Amanda Kyle Williams, author of The Stranger You Seek "Pitch-perfect . . . solid characters, unpredictable twists and excellent plotting; a must-read for those who enjoy crime fiction."--Kirkus Reviews
The Justice Way Complete Collection: Ryder's Wife\Roman's Heart\Royal's Child
by Sharon SalaRevisit the fan-favorite Justice Brothers romance series from New York Times best-selling author Sharon Sala, together in one complete box setThree novels about three brothers who believe in truth, justice . . . and love!Ryder’s WifeWhen a desperate woman pleaded for a husband -- for one year only -- he was the only man brave enough to take her on. But was he about to lose his heart to his . . . wife?Roman’s HeartHe couldn’t resist the pretty woman he’d found hiding in his cabin -- the one with no memory and the duffel bag full of cash. Could he convince her they had a future . . . even though she didn’t remember her past?Royal’s ChildHe thought he was just helping his five-year-old daughter locate her angel. Little did he know he was finding his own!The Justice Way: Brothers Ryder, Roman and Royal. They would do anything for each other and for the women they love.
The Justiss Alliance Series 3-Book Bundle
by Tina WainscottUSA Today bestselling author Tina Wainscott takes romantic suspense to the next level with the heart-pounding Justiss Alliance series, featuring an elite team of bad boys out to do good. Her tough, fearless heroes are prepared for just about anything, except the last threat they could ever expect: true love. And now the first three novels are together--along with a bonus introductory novella--in one irresistible eBook bundle: WILD HEARTS (NOVELLA) WILD ON YOU WILD WAYS WILD HEARTS On a good day as a Navy SEAL, you save a life, stop a killer, preserve freedom. And on a bad day . . . well, you don't get to have a bad day. But then one SEAL team does. The situation gets ugly. The press gets wind. Someone has to take the fall. And when these SEALs fall, they fall hard. Now, led by a mysterious employer with plenty to hide, they're about to take advantage of their ruined reputations and start turning wrongs to rights, no matter the cost. Meet the Justiss Alliance: Risk, who meets his match in an activist with powerful enemies; Julian, a well-armed world-class sniper riding in on his Harley to find a missing woman; and Saxby, who partners up with a broken-hearted beauty at a hedonistic tropical resort. These courageous men never give up and never make a promise they can't live up to--especially when love is on the line. Praise for the Justiss Alliance series "Tina Wainscott delivers high-octane suspense and red-hot romance! Full of edge-of-your-seat action and red-hot passion, Wild on You is a souped-up roller coaster of a page-turner."--Julie Ann Walker, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Black Knights Inc. series "Bad boys breaking rules and hearts and dishing up justice--Tina Wainscott nails it!"--New York Times bestselling author Cindy Gerard "The story line and writing are enthralling."--Library Journal, on Wild Ways
The K Handshape: A Christine Morris Mystery
by Maureen JenningsShort-listed for the 2009 Arthur Ellis Award for Best Novel Christine Morris is awakened early on a chill November morning by a phone call from one of her colleagues, forensic psychiatrist Dr. Leo Forgach. His daughter, Deirdre, is missing. Despite the fact that she and the doctor have never seen eye to eye, Christine agrees to help him search for Deirdre – only to discover her brutally strangled body in the lake. Heartbroken, Leo tells Christine that his daughter was deaf and had recently given birth to a child she had deliberately ensured would be deaf. As a militant suporter of the Deaf Culture, Deirdre wanted a deaf child to make a political statement. Although some people supported her stand, many did not – including Deirdre’s own father. Christine must use her new kills as a forensic profiler to discover the killer.
The Kachina Doll Mystery (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #62)
by Carolyn KeeneWhen Nancy arrives at the McGuire's fitness ranch in Arizona, she discovers that the future of the ranch is being threatened by unexplained accidents. Teaming up with a ghost, Nancy begins her search for a precious collection of ancient Kachina dolls and hunts for her elusive adversary, who is determined to prevent the ranch from operating.
The Kahuna Killer (Lily Wu)
by Juanita SheridanHawaii just after the war is an unspoiled paradise. Any mystery fan can tell you that won’t last.Aloha! It's 1950, and the SS Lurline is steaming into Honolulu harbor. On board are Janice Cameron, coming to celebrate the novel she's written about Hawaii; a boatload of tourists eager to get their leis on; and a few people who are not what they seem. Watching them all—and missing nothing—is the beautiful and enigmatic Lily Wu. Like Janice, she's coming home: While they may have met in New York, they're both Hawaii girls of long standing. But while Janice may be surprised by the changes that the tourists (and their money) have brought to her beloved islands, very little surprises Lily. Which is lucky for Janice, as those surprises get ugly very fast.
The Kaiser's Gold
by Bill KitsonThe second thrilling, chilling instalment in the Eden House Mysteries by best-selling author Bill Kitson. 'Babes in the wood, babes in the wood, who will be next to be covered in blood?' For generations, the children of Rowandale have recited that grim rhyme. Now those sinister words are becoming a stark reality ... The last of the influential Latimer family has died and the estate is in dispute. Racehorse trainer Barbara Lewis stands to inherit the prized Latimer racing stables, but not everyone's happy about that ... When Barbara's friend Eve Samuels goes to visit her, an intruder is discovered in the stables. The seemingly trivial incident sparks a spiralling chain of intrigue, violence, and murder. Barbara's ex-husband is found stabbed to death and she is chief suspect - along with a mysterious man who has recently been seen in the area. The local detectives are so inept that Eve and her boyfriend, Adam Bailey, investigate. Are the murders random acts of a deranged psychopath, or are more sinister forces at work?
The Kaiser's Gold: The second book in a suspenseful and chilling mystery series (The Eden House Mysteries, Book Two) (The Eden House Mysteries #2)
by Bill Kitson'Full of twists and turns. This book will keep you turning the pages well into the wee small hours.' ***** Reader ReviewBabes in the wood, babes in the wood, who will be next to be covered in blood? For generations, the children of Rowandale have recited these words, but now they are becoming an all too disturbing reality...After the last known member of the Latimer family dies, his estate is put up for sale - except for the prized stables, inherited by racehorse trainer Barbara Lewis. When Barbara's estranged husband is murdered, she becomes the prime suspect and appeals to Adam Bailey and her friend Eve Samuels for help. But as they investigate, more people are killed and soon Barbara and Eve find themselves in grave danger. As the clock ticks, Adam races to rescue them. Can justice prevail, or will the grim prophecy of the rhyme come true again?The Kaiser's Gold is the second insalment in Bill Kitson's chilling and suspenseful Eden House mystery series. Perfect for fans of Peter James's Cold Hill series, Val McDermid and J M Dalgliesh.Readers are hooked on The Eden House Mysteries:'I couldn't sleep until I had finished this book' ***** Reader Review'The best book I have read in a while' ***** Reader Review'Captivating from start to finish. Brilliant page turner. I couldn't put it down' ***** Reader Review'Read the whole thing in a day' ***** Reader Review'One of the best authors I have come across' ***** Reader Review'More twists than a corkscrew' ***** Reader Review'The characters are brilliant and the story keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time. Would highly recommend this book!' ***** Reader Review
The Kaiser's Gold: The second book in a suspenseful and chilling mystery series (The Eden House Mysteries, Book Two) (The Eden House Mysteries #2)
by Bill Kitson'Full of twists and turns. This book will keep you turning the pages well into the wee small hours.' ***** Reader ReviewBabes in the wood, babes in the wood, who will be next to be covered in blood? For generations, the children of Rowandale have recited these words, but now they are becoming an all too disturbing reality...After the last known member of the Latimer family dies, his estate is put up for sale - except for the prized stables, inherited by racehorse trainer Barbara Lewis. When Barbara's estranged husband is murdered, she becomes the prime suspect and appeals to Adam Bailey and her friend Eve Samuels for help. But as they investigate, more people are killed and soon Barbara and Eve find themselves in grave danger. As the clock ticks, Adam races to rescue them. Can justice prevail, or will the grim prophecy of the rhyme come true again?The Kaiser's Gold is the second insalment in Bill Kitson's chilling and suspenseful Eden House mystery series. Perfect for fans of Peter James's Cold Hill series, Val McDermid and J M Dalgliesh.Readers are hooked on The Eden House Mysteries:'I couldn't sleep until I had finished this book' ***** Reader Review'The best book I have read in a while' ***** Reader Review'Captivating from start to finish. Brilliant page turner. I couldn't put it down' ***** Reader Review'Read the whole thing in a day' ***** Reader Review'One of the best authors I have come across' ***** Reader Review'More twists than a corkscrew' ***** Reader Review'The characters are brilliant and the story keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time. Would highly recommend this book!' ***** Reader Review(P) 2021 Headline Publishing Group Ltd
The Kaiser's Gold: The second book in a suspenseful and chilling mystery series (The Eden House Mysteries, Book Two) (The\eden House Mysteries Ser. #2)
by Bill Kitson'Full of twists and turns. This book will keep you turning the pages well into the wee small hours.' ***** Reader ReviewBabes in the wood, babes in the wood, who will be next to be covered in blood? For generations, the children of Rowandale have recited these words, but now they are becoming an all too disturbing reality...After the last known member of the Latimer family dies, his estate is put up for sale - except for the prized stables, inherited by racehorse trainer Barbara Lewis. When Barbara's estranged husband is murdered, she becomes the prime suspect and appeals to Adam Bailey and her friend Eve Samuels for help. But as they investigate, more people are killed and soon Barbara and Eve find themselves in grave danger. As the clock ticks, Adam races to rescue them. Can justice prevail, or will the grim prophecy of the rhyme come true again?The Kaiser's Gold is the second insalment in Bill Kitson's chilling and suspenseful Eden House mystery series. Perfect for fans of Peter James's Cold Hill series, Val McDermid and J M Dalgliesh.Readers are hooked on The Eden House Mysteries:'I couldn't sleep until I had finished this book' ***** Reader Review'The best book I have read in a while' ***** Reader Review'Captivating from start to finish. Brilliant page turner. I couldn't put it down' ***** Reader Review'Read the whole thing in a day' ***** Reader Review'One of the best authors I have come across' ***** Reader Review'More twists than a corkscrew' ***** Reader Review'The characters are brilliant and the story keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time. Would highly recommend this book!' ***** Reader Review
The Kaiser's Web (Cotton Malone #15)
by Steve BerryIn bestselling author Steve Berry's stunning novel, former Justice Department agent Cotton Malone encounters information from a secret World War II dossier that, if proven true, would not only rewrite history - it could change the political landscape of Europe forever. Two candidates are vying to become Chancellor of Germany. One is a patriot who has served for many years, the other a usurper, stoking the flames of nationalistic hate. Both harbour secrets, but only one knows the truth about the other. Everything turns on the events of one fateful day - April 30, 1945 - and what happened deep beneath Berlin in the Fürherbunker. Did Adolph Hitler and Eva Braun die there? Did Martin Bormann, Hitler's close confidant, manage to escape? And possibly even more important, where did billions in Nazi wealth disappear to in the waning days of the war? The answers to these questions will determine who becomes the next Chancellor. Racing from Chile to South Africa, and finally the secret vaults of Switzerland, former Justice Department agent Cotton Malone must uncover the truth about the fates of Hitler, Braun, and Bormann - revelations that could not only transform Europe, but finally expose a mystery known as the Kaiser's Web.(p) 2021 Macmillan Audio
The Kaiser's Web: A Novel (Cotton Malone #15)
by Steve BerryIn bestselling author Steve Berry's stunning novel, former Justice Department agent Cotton Malone encounters information from a secret World War II dossier that, if proven true, would not only rewrite history - it could change the political landscape of Europe forever. Two candidates are vying to become Chancellor of Germany. One is a patriot who has served for many years, the other a usurper, stoking the flames of nationalistic hate. Both harbour secrets, but only one knows the truth about the other. Everything turns on the events of one fateful day - April 30, 1945 - and what happened deep beneath Berlin in the Führerbunker. Did Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun die there? Did Martin Bormann, Hitler's close confidant, manage to escape? And possibly even more important, where did billions in Nazi wealth disappear to in the waning days of the war? The answers to these questions will determine who becomes the next Chancellor. Racing from Chile to South Africa, and finally the secret vaults of Switzerland, former Justice Department agent Cotton Malone must uncover the truth about the fates of Hitler, Braun, and Bormann - revelations that could not only transform Europe, but finally expose a mystery known as the Kaiser's Web.
The Kaiser's Web: A Novel (Cotton Malone #16)
by Steve BerryIn New York Times bestseller Steve Berry’s latest Cotton Malone adventure, a secret dossier from a World War II-era Soviet spy comes to light containing information that, if proven true, would not only rewrite history — it could impact Germany's upcoming national elections and forever alter the political landscape of Europe.Two candidates are vying to become Chancellor of Germany. One is a patriot having served for the past sixteen years, the other a usurper, stoking the flames of nationalistic hate. Both harbor secrets, but only one knows the truth about the other. They are on a collision course, all turning on the events of one fateful day — April 30, 1945 — and what happened deep beneath Berlin in the Fürherbunker. Did Adolph Hitler and Eva Braun die there? Did Martin Bormann, Hitler’s close confidant, manage to escape? And, even more important, where did billions in Nazi wealth disappear to in the waning days of World War II? The answers to these questions will determine who becomes the next Chancellor of Germany. From the mysterious Chilean lake district, to the dangerous mesas of South Africa, and finally into the secret vaults of Switzerland, former-Justice Department agent Cotton Malone discovers the truth about the fates of Hitler, Braun, and Bormann. Revelations that could not only transform Europe, but finally expose a mystery known as the Kaiser’s web.
The Kaisho: A Nicholas Linnear Novel (The\nicholas Linnear Novels Ser. #Bk. 4)
by Eric Van LustbaderFrom New York Times bestselling author Eric Lustbader, the suspense mastermind behind the smash bestsellers featuring Robert Ludlum’s™ Jason Bourne, comes a blockbuster thriller of one man’s debt of honor—and his ultimate destiny.Years ago, Nicholas Linnear, a.k.a. “the Ninja,” made a promise to his father: If a man named Mikio Okami ever sought his help, he would respond without question, no matter the cost. Now the time has come to fulfill his pledge. Okami is the Kaisho—the boss of bosses of the Yakuza, the Japanese underworld—and in his Venice headquarters, he realizes that he has been marked for death. But the identity of the assassin and the inexorable compulsion that drives him are shrouded in mysticism and madness. Honor bound to protect Okami, Linnear is prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice: a descent into a chasm of knowledge so potent, of dangers so unfathomable, that even if he survives, he will emerge changed forever.
The Kalahari Typing School For Men (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #4)
by Alexander McCall SmithTHE FOURTH BOOK IN THE BELOVED NO. 1 LADIES' DETECTIVE AGENCY SERIESThe one with the rival detective . . .Mma Ramotswe faces the unexpected and unwelcome appearance in town of a new private detective, Mr Cephas Buthelezi. To ensure she does not lose clients to him, she takes on several cases at once, including those of an errant husband and of a man targeted by ostrich rustlers.Meanwhile, Mma Makutsi has decided to set up a typing school to teach men some useful skills - but Mma Ramotswe fears her secretary is falling under the spell of a man who does not have her best interests at heart . . .