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Tears of Pearl: A Novel Of Suspense (Lady Emily Mysteries #4)
by Tasha AlexanderSet amid the beauty and decadence of the Ottoman Empire, Lady Emily's next adventure is full of intrigue, treachery, and romance.Looking forward to the joys of connubial bliss, newlyweds Lady Emily and Colin Hargreaves, diplomats of the British Empire, set out toward Turkey for an exotic honeymoon. But on their first night in the city, a harem girl is found murdered, strangled in the courtyard of the sultan's lavish palace. Sir Richard St. Clare, an Englishman who works at the embassy in Constantinople, recognizes the girl as his own daughter who was kidnapped twenty years earlier. Emily and Colin promise the heartbroken father that they'll find her killer, but as the investigation gains speed, they find that appearances can be all too deceiving.As a woman, Emily is given access to the forbidden world of the harem and quickly discovers that its mysterious, sheltered walls offer no protection from a ruthless murderer. As the number of victims grows, Emily must rely on her own sharp wit if she is to stop a killer bent on exacting vengeance - no matter how many innocent lives he leaves in his wake.Praise for Tasha Alexander'The fourth book of Alexander's Victorian-era series has a lush setting and beautiful details. . . . The romance and lovely writing sweep the readers along. [Emily's] voice and the accurate historical details will keep the reader enthralled' Romantic Times'The strong female lead and historically accurate details will please readers of Anne Perry, Laurie R. King, and Deanna Raybourn seeking a new fan-favorite author' Library Journal"In this book, despite murder and mayhem and treason (oh my!) it's all gorgeous gowns, rippling water, veils of silk and veils of hair . . . Whatever Emily decides to do with herself I am only too happy to come along for the ride' Fiction Nation'Alexander doesn't miss a beat. Tightly woven plots, flowing prose and three-dimensional characters make Tears of Pearl a must-read. Readers won't be able to stop themselves from racing through the pages as they search alongside Lady Emily for the killer' examiner.com'Infused with wit and charm, with just the right amounts of danger, romance and detection blended in' Denver Post
Tears of Pearl: A Novel of Suspense
by Tasha AlexanderLooking forward to the joys of connubial bliss, newlyweds Lady Emily and Colin Hargreaves set out toward Turkey for an exotic honeymoon. But on their first night in the city, a harem girl is found murdered-strangled in the courtyard of the Sultan's lavish Topkapi Palace. Sir Richard St. Clare, an Englishman who works at the embassy in Constantinople, is present and recognizes the girl as his own daughter who was kidnapped twenty years earlier. Emily and Colin promise the heartbroken father they'll find her killer. As a woman, Emily is given access to the forbidden world of the harem and quickly discovers that its mysterious, sheltered walls offer no protection from a ruthless murderer. Soon, the Valide (mother to the Sultan) is found strangled with a silken bowstring and the head Eunuch is brutally slain. When the killer strikes again, kidnapping a concubine and threatening to kill her unless Emily agrees to meet him in secret, she cannot wait for Colin or the authorities to come to her rescue. In a heart-stopping finale, Emily must rely on her own sharp wits if she is to stop a killer bent on taking revenge no matter how many innocent lives he leaves in his wake.
Tears of Pride
by Lisa JacksonA fan favorite from #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson. Sheila Lindstrom is reeling from the aftermath of the devastating fire that claimed the life of her father and all but destroyed Cascade Valley Winery, the family's pride and joy. Without the insurance proceeds needed to rebuild the winery, Sheila risks losing everything to corporate monolith Wilder Investments. When she confronts company president Noah Wilder, an undeniable attraction hits both of them with the force of a tidal wave. Will mistrust and deceit undermine this volatile union—or will love rise from the ashes? Originally published in 1984.
Tears of the Dragon: An Elodie Browne Mystery (Elodie Browne Mysteries #0)
by Holly Baxter"Realistic characters, natural dialogue, well-integrated historical detail and a surprise twist ending mark this as superior mystery fare."—Publishers Weekly STARRED reviewTo think of Chicago in the 1930s is to conjure up pictures of the Chicago Outfit and its earlier crime lords like Capone. Even the storied history of the Cubs or of the city's merchant princes and philanthropists can't quite shake the city's gritty image.It's time for a new look. And here it is, a mystery with a warm family of widowed mother and four daughters at its core. Elodie, the Browne family bread-winner, lacks direct experience with crime, but she's full of curiosity, sharply observant, and nobody's fool. So when a man stumbles into a party given by a Chinese importer of jade and antiques where she is working "for a lark—and extra cash" and utters a dying word—mingdow—she begins to connect the murder with some odd doings in the office building where she works, events that began one night when the elevator door opened on the wrong floor….
Tears of the Giraffe (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #2)
by Alexander McCall SmithTHE SECOND BOOK IN THE BELOVED NO. 1 LADIES' DETECTIVE AGENCY SERIESThe one where Precious gains a new family . . . Mma Ramotswe of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is hoping to set up home with Mr J.L.B. Maketoni. But first she must deal with his scheming, misbehaving maid. She also has to confront the most difficult case of her career so far: that of an American who went missing ten years ago, and about whom all leads have long since dried up.Then there are not one, but two sudden additions to Mma's family . . .
Tears of the Giraffe (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #2)
by Alexander McCall SmithTHE NO.1 LADIES' DETECTIVE AGENCY introduced the world to the one and only Precious Ramotswe - the engaging and sassy owner of Botswana's only detective agency. TEARS OF THE GIRAFFE, McCall Smith's second audiobook, takes us further into this world as we follow Mama Ramotswe into more daring situations ... Among her cases this time are wayward wives, unscrupulous maids, and the challenge to resolve a mother's pain for her son who is long lost on the African plains. Indeed, Mma Ramotswe's own impending marriage to the most gentlemanly of men, Mr J.L.B. Matekoni, the promotion of Mma's secretary to the dizzy heights of Assistant Detective, and the arrival of new members to the Matekoni family, all brew up the most humorous and charmingly entertaining of tales.* TEARS OF THE GIRAFFE was selected as one of the GUARDIAN's top ten 'Fiction Paperbacks of the Year, 2000
Tears of the Giraffe (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Series #2)
by Alexander Mccall SmithTHE NO. 1 LADIES' DETECTIVE AGENCY - Book 2Fans around the world adore the best-selling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series and its proprietor, Precious Ramotswe, Botswana's premier lady detective. In this charming series, Mma Ramotswe--with help from her loyal associate, Grace Makutsi--navigates her cases and her personal life with wisdom, good humor, and the occasional cup of tea. Precious Ramotswe is the eminently sensible and cunning proprietor of the only ladies' detective agency in Botswana. In Tears of the Giraffe she tracks a wayward wife, uncovers an unscrupulous maid, and searches for an American man who disappeared into the plains many years ago. In the midst of resolving uncertainties, pondering her impending marriage to a good, kind man, Mr. J. L. B. Matekoni, and the promotion of her talented secretary (a graduate of the Botswana Secretarial College, with a mark of 97 per cent), she also finds her family suddenly and unexpectedly increased by two.From the Trade Paperback edition.ased by two.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Tears of the Renegade
by Linda HowardSusan Blackstone is a young widow who's held her own, running a business empire and winning the affections and support of her dead husband's family. Until the black sheep of the family, Cord Blackstone, returns for a showdown against the family who robbed him of his birthright. Soon Susan is caught between family loyalty and desire for the man who has threatened her way of life and her heart.
Tease
by Amanda Maciel<P>From debut author Amanda Maciel comes a provocative and unforgettable novel, inspired by real-life incidents, about a teenage girl who faces criminal charges for bullying after a classmate commits suicide. <P>Emma Putnam is dead, and it's all Sara Wharton's fault. At least, that's what everyone seems to think. Sara, along with her best friend and three other classmates, has been criminally charged for the bullying and harassment that led to Emma's shocking suicide. <P>Now Sara is the one who's ostracized, already guilty according to her peers, the community, and the media. In the summer before her senior year, in between meetings with lawyers and a court-recommended therapist, Sara is forced to reflect on the events that brought her to this moment--and ultimately consider her own role in an undeniable tragedy. And she'll have to find a way to move forward, even when it feels like her own life is over. <P>With its powerful narrative, unconventional point of view, and strong anti-bullying theme, this coming-of-age story offers smart, insightful, and nuanced views on high school society, toxic friendships, and family relationships. <P>Supports the Common Core State Standards.
Teaser: A Corey Logan Novel
by Burt WeissbourdTeaser, the sequel to Inside Passage, takes Corey and Abe into the interconnected worlds of private school kids and the runaways who roam Seattle's streets. Billy attends the Olympic Academy, where two friends, Maisie and Aaron, are experimenting with sex and drugs. They've become close to Star, a streetwise seductress who leads them down a treacherous path. Despite the best efforts of Abe and Corey, Maisie is abducted by the diabolical "Teaser,” a man determined to take revenge on her father, his former cellmate. Teaser is a mystery to everyone except Abe and Corey, who alone realize what they must do to rescue Maisie. They contrive a plan that shocks even them.
The Technique of the Novel
by Thomas H. UzzellThe Technique of the Novel by Thomas H. Uzzell is a masterful guide for aspiring writers and literary enthusiasts seeking to understand the art and craft of novel writing. Drawing on his extensive experience as a writer, editor, and teacher, Uzzell offers a comprehensive exploration of the elements that make a novel successful, from its structure and style to character development and narrative techniques.This seminal work breaks down the complex process of novel writing into manageable, practical steps, providing insights into the creative and technical aspects of storytelling. Uzzell discusses topics such as building compelling characters, crafting engaging plots, and balancing dialogue with description. He also delves into the nuances of theme, pacing, and viewpoint, offering readers the tools to create novels that resonate with depth and impact.Through clear explanations and illustrative examples from classic and contemporary literature, Uzzell demonstrates how the finest novels achieve their enduring power. He addresses common pitfalls and challenges faced by writers, providing guidance on how to navigate them while staying true to one’s unique voice and vision.Whether you’re a seasoned writer looking to refine your craft or a beginner eager to embark on your first novel, The Technique of the Novel offers invaluable wisdom and practical advice. Uzzell’s approachable style and expert insights make this book an essential resource for anyone passionate about the art of fiction.Rich with knowledge and inspiration, The Technique of the Novel remains a timeless guide for those who wish to understand not only how great novels are made but also how to create their own literary masterpieces.
Techno Crazed: Hacked Investigations, Book 1 (Hacked Investigations #1)
by Sarah MakelaHe will risk everything to protect her... Private investigator Hannah Franklin's life is turned upside down after being contacted by a former employee of MAX Home Security, the leader in security services. But they're not just protecting people anymore. Hannah's informant claims to have proof that MAX has ordered the assassination of politicians who stood against the corporation.When her informant is killed and an attempt is made on her life, Hannah has no choice but to contact a freelance hacker. Her only hope now lies in the hands of a man she never expected to welcome back into her life.Ian Bradley has lost his girlfriend and his job, as well as having acquired a very annoying gnome. Now his ex, Hannah, is in danger, and she needs his help. Ian vows to protect Hannah with every resource available to him—and as a technomage in a high-tech world, his resources are almost endless...
The Technologists
by Matthew PearlThe first class at M.I.T. The last hope for a city in peril. The acclaimed author of The Dante Club reinvigorates the historical thriller. Matthew Pearl's spellbinding new novel transports readers to tumultuous nineteenth-century Boston, where the word "technology" represents a bold and frightening new concept. The fight for the future will hinge on . . . THE TECHNOLOGISTS Boston, 1868. The Civil War may be over but a new war has begun, one between the past and the present, tradition and technology. On a former marshy wasteland, the daring Massachusetts Institute of Technology is rising, its mission to harness science for the benefit of all and to open the doors of opportunity to everyone of merit. But in Boston Harbor a fiery cataclysm throws commerce into chaos, as ships' instruments spin inexplicably out of control. Soon after, another mysterious catastrophe devastates the heart of the city. Is it sabotage by scientific means or Nature revolting against man's attempt to control it? The shocking disasters cast a pall over M.I.T. and provoke assaults from all sides--rival Harvard, labor unions, and a sensationalistic press. With their first graduation and the very survival of their groundbreaking college now in doubt, a band of the Institute's best and brightest students secretly come together to save innocent lives and track down the truth, armed with ingenuity and their unique scientific training. Led by "charity scholar" Marcus Mansfield, a quiet Civil War veteran and one-time machinist struggling to find his footing in rarefied Boston society, the group is rounded out by irrepressible Robert Richards, the bluest of Beacon Hill bluebloods; Edwin Hoyt, class genius; and brilliant freshman Ellen Swallow, the Institute's lone, ostracized female student. Working against their small secret society, from within and without, are the arrayed forces of a stratified culture determined to resist change at all costs and a dark mastermind bent on the utter destruction of the city. Studded with suspense and soaked in the rich historical atmosphere for which its author is renowned, The Technologists is a dazzling journey into a dangerous world not so very far from our own, as the America we know today begins to shimmer into being.From the Hardcover edition.
Los Tecnólogos
by Matthew Pearl¿La tecnología amenaza nuestra paz? Un apasionante thriller histórico de vertiginosa actualidad, que enfrenta pasado y presente, tradición y tecnología, por el autor de El club Dante. Boston, 1868. El Instituto de Tecnología de Massachusetts se ha adjudicado la misión de utilizar la ciencia en beneficio de todos. Sin embargo, cuando los instrumentos de navegación de los buques se descontrolan inexplicablemente y, poco después, otra misteriosa catástrofe deja devastado el corazón de la ciudad, una implacable sombra se cierne sobre el MIT. ¿Se trata de un sabotaje llevado a cabo con medios científicos o es la Naturaleza que se rebela contra el intento humano de controlarla? Armados de ingenio y de su extraordinaria formación científica, los mejores estudiantes de la primera promoción del Instituto Marcus Mansfield -un discreto veterano de guerra de gran talento; el irreprimible Robert Richards; Edwin Hoyt, el genio de la clase, y la recién llegada y brillante Ellen Swallow- formarán una sociedad secreta para salvar vidas inocentes e investigar la verdad. Una nueva guerra ha comenzado: entre el pasado y el presente, la tradición y la tecnología. Los Tecnólogos retrata un mundo peligrosamente cercano al nuestro. Reseñas:«Matthew Pearl es la nueva estrella deslumbrante de la ficción literaria. Un autor superdotado.»Dan Brown «La compleja trama ideada por Pearl deja a los lectores sorprendidos e intrigados... El club Dante, La sombra de Poe y El último Dickens fueron todas ellas bestseller. Su última obra, otro thriller histórico-literario, parece destinada a formar parte de este club de élite.»Booklist «Brillante y erudito.»The New York Times
Ted Bell's Monarch (An Alex Hawke Novel)
by Ryan SteckTed Bell's New York Times bestselling series returns with Lord Alexander Hawke facing his greatest challenge yet—to find the missing king of Britain.Following a successful but costly mission to destroy an enemy outpost in Antarctica, Alex Hawke is looking forward to some quiet time at Teakettle Cottage, his home in Bermuda, along with his family. But he's not a man who can avoid trouble.Former Chief Inspector of Scottland Yard Ambrose Congreve calls him with stunning news. Just days away from a controversial vote threatening to tear the United Kingdom apart at the seams, King Charles has disappeared while vacationing at Balmoral Castle. The prime minister believes she can keep the news quiet for no more than 72 hours. After that, Britain will be plunged into chaos.With the fate of the kingdom hanging in the balance, it's up to Lord Hawke to find and rescue the missing monarch before it's too late.
The Teddy Bear Habit
by James Lincoln CollierTwelve-year-old George Stable wants to be a rock star someday, but he gets horrible stage fright. Hiding his teddy bear in the guitar is a comforting idea until George discovers that someone has hidden stolen jewels in the stuffing of the beloved bear.
The Teddy Bear Lesson
by Lei SoliaMeet Lily. She loves her teddy bears and she has so many of them. In fact, she loves them more than anything else. But one day they all start disappearing until, at last, they have all vanished! Where are they and why have they gone? Join Lily as she unravels the mystery to get her teddy bears back!
Teddy Bear Murder (Frosted Love Cozy Mysteries #8)
by Summer PrescottSometimes the best of intentions lead to the worst tragedies. When a charity function goes horribly awry, cupcake shop owner, Missy Gladstone, finds herself elbows-deep in a murder investigation. With the dashing Detective Beckett at her side, Missy is determined to get to the bottom of a dangerous situation... before its too late!
Teen Killers At Large (Teen Killers Club series #3)
by Lily SparksThe Teen Killers Club faces the end in the final installment of this &“sick, twisted, fast-paced&” (Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author) series.With authorities revisiting her conviction for the brutal murder of her best friend, Signal Deere awaits her fate with the Class A killers she calls her closest friends. When the footage that proves her innocence is wiped, it&’s clear someone she trusts is sabotaging her case—and Signal is headed back to jail if she can&’t figure out who. Signal desperately needs help from someone as obsessed with the truth as he is with her: Erik.But after the Bonnie-and-Clyde act that made them a viral sensation, Erik is a wanted man. Camp wants to kill him, the police want to put him away, and more than one fan wants to claim his black heart. All Erik wants is the freedom he&’s never had. Can Signal convince the Teen Killers Club member with the highest body count to turn himself in and testify?Being with Erik will put a target on her back but losing him just might kill her. As the Teen Killers Club faces its final trial, Signal discovers her options may be narrowing—to life behind bars or till death do us part.
Teen Killers Club: A Novel
by Lily SparksFramed for the murder of her best friend, a young girl joins a super-secret society of teenage assassins to avoid a lifetime behind bars--and discovers her own true self--in this mesmerizing debut novel.Seventeen-year-old Signal Deere has raised eyebrows for years as an unhappy Goth misfit from the trailer park. When she's convicted of her best friend Rose's brutal murder, she's designated a Class A--the most dangerous and manipulative criminal profile. To avoid prison, Signal signs on for a secret program for 18-and-under Class As and is whisked off to an abandoned sleep-away camp, where she and seven bunkmates will train as assassins. Yet even in the Teen Killers Club, Signal doesn't fit in. She's squeamish around blood. She's kind and empathetic. And her optimistic attitude is threatening to turn a group of ragtag maniacs into a team of close-knit friends. Maybe that's because Signal's not really a killer. She was framed for Rose's murder and only joined the program to escape, track down Rose's real killer, and clear her name. But Signal never planned on the sinister technologies that keep the campers confined. She never planned on the mysterious man in the woods determined to pick them off one by one. And she certainly never planned on falling in love.Signal's strategy is coming apart at the seams as the true killer prepares to strike again in Teen Killers Club.
Teen Killers in Love (Teen Killers Club series #2)
by Lily SparksThe Teen Killers Club is back in this &“Sick, twisted, fast-paced&” thriller (Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author)—and this time, nobody&’s taking any prisoners on a desperate run for their own lives.The Teen Killers Club is on the brink of destruction, with one faction pitted against another in a deadly game of survival. Erik and Signal are part of the group who&’ve had their &“kill switches&” disabled, and the others are under orders to hunt them down—or meet their own demise. Now, Erik and Signal have to find a way to neutralize the others&’ switches and clear Signal's name. In the middle of a manhunt that is going viral and turning them into an internet-age Bonnie and Clyde. Erik and Signal are both Class As—the most dangerous and manipulative criminal profile—but Erik is the ultimate Class A, with ten kills to his name and a secret in his past that will change everything. As if being hunted down wasn&’t enough, Erik is determined to get Signal admit that she loves him. But Signal is hellbent on crushing her own growing attraction. It&’s a race against time to save the Teen Killers Club from its worst nightmare—having to kill the friends they need more than ever.
The Teen Model Mystery
by Carolyn KeeneTraveling to the site of a commercial shoot, where her model friend Cindy will star, Nancy is alarmed by Cindy's disappearance and launches an investigation that takes her into the shady side of teen fashion.
A Teeny Bit of Trouble: A Novel (Teeny Templeton Mysteries #2)
by Michael Lee WestIn this hilarious follow-up to GONE WITH A HANDSOMER MAN, Charleston pastry chef Teeny Templeton witnesses a murder and discovers that her laywer-boyfriend, Coop O'Malley, has been keeping secrets. It's not every day that I bake a dozen Red Velvet cakes, learn my boyfriend may have a love child, and I witness a murder.After Charleston pastry chef, Teeny Templeton, witnesses a murder, she discovers that her lawyer-boyfriend, Coop O'Malley, has been keeping secrets: the victim's ten-year-old daughter may be his child. As more lies explode, Teeny finds herself trapped in Bonaventure, Georgia, a zany"little Savannah," where she must deal with her commitment phobia, gather DNA from a ten-year old child genius, outwit a stalker, decode an encrypted diary, and fend off advances of an ex-beau, a handsome plastic surgeon who's crazy-in-love with her. Teeny's life gets maddeningly complicated by a series of not-so-teeny troubles: an uneasy love triangle, a gossip-mongering tarantula breeder, an wise-cracking Southern Belle with early Alzheimer's, Coop's loveable Chihuahua-toting granny, and clues that point to the illegal trafficking of human organs. But when a suspect is arrested, the bodies keep piling up and Teeny doesn't know who to trust. As the murderers close in, Teeny unearths a revelation that becomes a game-changer and flips her world upside-down.
Teeth
by Edo van Belkom&“I expect it to knock people&’s socks off, the way Stephen King&’s Carrie did . . . Teeth will haunt you for the rest of your life&” (Robert J. Sawyer, Nebula Award-winning author of Calculating God). They think they&’re getting lucky. They&’re dead wrong. Det. Joe Williams has seen all kinds of murder scenes. Some brutal, some gory, all disturbing and horrific in their way. Nothing could have prepared him for what&’s waiting in Apartment 413. A man—what&’s left of him—lying in a pool of his own blood, his face frozen in a silent scream. That&’s just the first. Soon there are more victims, all male, all mutilated, seeming to have little in common except an agonizing death by castration. All of them went looking for pleasure. Instead they found a killer wreaking vengeance in the most bloodthirsty way. And the only clue Williams has found is a tiny, gleaming metal tooth . . . Edo van Belkom—winner of the Bram Stoker and Aurora Awards—delves into the heart of man&’s most primal fear in a shocking, suspenseful, terrifying novel that bites down hard . . . and won&’t let go. &“One of 2001&’s best horror novels.&” —Science Fiction Chronicle &“Teeth works on several levels: as an over-the-edge contemporary horror novel, as a police procedural, and as a thriller. Edo van Belkom&’s mastery of the art of storytelling is brought to bear on this unforgettable novel.&” —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo and Nebula Award–winning author of Calculating God &“Edo van Belkom drags us screaming into the maw of horror.&” —Richard Laymon, international bestselling author of The Traveling Vampire Show
The Teeth Of The Tiger
by Tom ClancyMohammed sits in a café in Vienna, to propose joining his network of agents and sympathizers in Europe and Middle East with a Colombian's drug network in America for terrorism, profits and destruction. Off book U.S. top secret agency The Campus for President John Patrick Ryan has the best of the best. Dominic Caruso is a rookie FBI agent, barely a year out of Quantico, whose decisive actions resolve a particularly brutal kidnap/murder case. His brother Brian is a Marine captain just back from his first combat action in Afghanistan, and already a man to watch. Their cousin is Jack Ryan, Jr. Jack was raised on intrigue. As his father moved through the ranks of the CIA and then into the White House, Jack received a life course in the world and the way it operates from agents, statesmen, analysts, Secret Service men, and black ops specialists such as John Clark and Ding Chavez. But nothing has prepared him for real world danger.