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The Wounded Thorn (A\west Country Mystery Ser. #1)
by Fay SampsonA retired teacher and her friend are caught up in a mystery when they visit Glastonbury, one of Britain&’s most fascinating historical sites . . . Hilary is a recently retired teacher, and with time on her hands—and her husband away doing volunteer work in war-torn Gaza—she needs a distraction. So she invites her good friend Veronica, a recent widow, to accompany her on a trip to Glastonbury, to see the ancient sights. The pair is saddened to discover that the sacred Glastonbury Thorn tree has been severely damaged, and they wonder whether other local historic sites are under threat too. But they are unprepared for the shocking discovery Hilary makes at the Chalice Well: an abandoned bag, containing a bomb . . . Who is to blame? A foreign tourist? An eccentric pagan author? Or an angry local who resents that a Christian place has been &“overrun&” by other beliefs? Hilary and Veronica just want to enjoy their holiday, but they&’re about to be pulled into a mystery . . .
Woven (Storm Fronts #3)
by Elle E. IreStorm Fronts: Book ThreeWhat if the mirror does reflect what’s inside? Mercenary Vick Corren is steadfast in her love for empath Kelly LaSalle. When it comes to her love of herself, not so much. After an acidic-lake dunking on a distant moon shows Vick what’s really beneath her synthetic skin, it doesn’t matter that she heals. All she can see is the metallic shell of the soldier she once was. It’s a cruel reminder that she’s a cyborg. An AI. Less than human. And that's not Vick's biggest problem. Her clone, the sadistic VC2, is on the loose and on the hunt. Her mission? Eliminate Vick and make Kelly her own. Can Vick resolve her crippling identity crisis in time to defeat VC2—a terrifying version of herself that she might have been if not for Kelly’s love?
Wrack and Rune (The Peter Shandy Mysteries #3)
by Charlotte MacLeodA professor ponders the possibility of an ancient Viking curse while investigating a death by quicklime, in a novel by the Edgar Award–nominated author. When 105-year-old Hilda Horsefall tells young reporter Cronkite Swope of a stone carved with Norse runes that once sat in the nearby woods, the writer starts salivating at the thought of breaking the news that Vikings once marauded through their sleepy Massachusetts countryside. But while he&’s jotting down notes, a scream rings out, and Cronkite finds an even bigger story. A farmhand has been burned to death by quicklime, and Cronkite gets an exclusive scoop. In this neck of New England, strange deaths are invariably referred to Prof. Peter Shandy, the only local with the know-how to connect fearsome quicklime to the Vikings of old. But as he digs into the ancient mystery, the professor finds the forgotten Norse gods aren't above demanding a modern sacrifice.
Wrack and Rune (The Peter Shandy Mysteries #3)
by Charlotte MacLeodA professor ponders the possibility of an ancient Viking curse while investigating a death by quicklime, in a novel by the Edgar Award–nominated author. When 105-year-old Hilda Horsefall tells young reporter Cronkite Swope of a stone carved with Norse runes that once sat in the nearby woods, the writer starts salivating at the thought of breaking the news that Vikings once marauded through their sleepy Massachusetts countryside. But while he&’s jotting down notes, a scream rings out, and Cronkite finds an even bigger story. A farmhand has been burned to death by quicklime, and Cronkite gets an exclusive scoop. In this neck of New England, strange deaths are invariably referred to Prof. Peter Shandy, the only local with the know-how to connect fearsome quicklime to the Vikings of old. But as he digs into the ancient mystery, the professor finds the forgotten Norse gods aren't above demanding a modern sacrifice.
Wraith
by James R. HannibalAfter the towers fall on 9/11, Lieutenant Nick Baron and the rest of the 81st Fighter Squadron are desperate for action. But CENTCOM puts them on the sidelines, leaving the young Warthog pilots restless--and reckless. Then the unthinkable happens. During a high-risk training flight, a rookie wingman slams into the ground. In the darkness that follows, Nick wonders if he will ever learn to trust a wingman again--or even learn to trust himself. He will soon find out. Despite the black mark on his record, Nick's application to the elite Stealth Wing is approved. A recruiter for a new covert team has taken note of Nick's unique combination of skills. Suddenly Nick is swept into Operation Cerberus--a top secret mission that will take him from a harrowing flight over a black testing facility to a fight for his life on the Iraqi Dunes. "Hannibal brings together a terrific mix of real air technology with intrigue and nonstop action. A true suspenseful story that will keep you turning the pages until the exciting finale; it really is a great tale."--Clive Cussler "Get out of the way, Nelson DeMille. Brad Thor--you've got competition!"--Raymond Benson "A feast for thriller lovers!"--Grant Blackwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Kill Switch INCLUDES A PREVIEW OF SHADOW CATCHER James R. Hannibal (Lt Col, USAF Reserve), author of Shadow Maker and Shadow Catcher, is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy who has flown the A-10 Warthog, the MQ-1 Predator drone, and the top secret B-2 Stealth Bomber, totaling over a thousand combat and combat support hours. He regularly reviews terrorism-related nonfiction for the New York Journal of Books.
Wrangled
by B.J. DanielsCan they find the truth…before it&’s too late?Wrangled by New York Times Bestselling Author B.J. DanielsDakota Lansing has always kept her distance from Zach Chisholm, the cowboy with a bad reputation. But with both their lives in jeopardy, Zach is her only hope of staying alive. Targeted by unknown assailants, Zach discovers his mysterious connection to Dakota is much bigger than either suspected. With time running out, should he let her rope him in and go along for the ride?Previously publishedFREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Delivering Justice by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Barb HanWhen Tyler O'Brien finds a woman lying helpless after an ATV accident on his Texas ranch, nothing adds up. But aiding the amnesiac only compounds his doubts. Learning that &“Red&” is searching for her twin sister who may have come to harm, Tyler promises to help. Soon they're pulled into a complicated mystery, and Tyler will have to draw on every ounce of strength to keep this stranger safe…Previously published
The Wrangler and the Runaway Mom
by Raeanne ThayneTHE WITNESS When a terrified Dr. Maggie Rawlings saw her ex-husband killed, she feared her little boy might be next. They started running, with every man a potential threat--even if her son was constantly in search of a daddy. And a cowboy. And he found both in Colt McKendrick... FBI agent-disguised-as-rodeo-cowboy Colt knew the drill: protect Maggie and her son, and then, when the danger passed, move on. But with each trusting look from the adorable little boy--not to mention each sizzling moment spent with Maggie--Colt was finding a hands-off policy harder and harder to live by... Previously published.
Wrangler's Challenge (Wind River Valley #4)
by Lindsay McKennaThe new novel from the bestselling author of Wind River Cowboy Healing, like love, takes time . . . For Noah Mabry, it’s easier sometimes to relate to the dogs and horses he trains than to other people. Ever since his marriage became a casualty of the war in Afghanistan—torn apart by the PTSD he brought back with him—he prefers to be on his own. At the Bar C Ranch, where he works with a crew of fellow military vets, his gentle patience helps tame even the rowdiest mustang—but he’s about to meet a woman who needs a healing touch he’s not sure he can give. Dair Wilson, a half-Comanche ex-Marine who lost a foot to an IED, has been hired on to assist Noah, but her deepest wounds aren’t visible. Growing up in an abusive home, she learned not to trust men, even ones who seem nothing but kind. After a wild horse sends her sprawling, the attentive care she receives from the Bar C family—and especially from Noah—is enough to convince her she’s found a place she can finally breathe easy. But one angry, damaged man poses a threat not only to Dair and Noah, but to everyone who’s built a new home at the Bar C . . .
Wrangler's Corner Collection Volume 1: Wrangler's Corner (Wrangler's Corner)
by Lynette EasonBestselling author Lynette Eason brings you tales of danger and romance in Wrangler’s Corner. Enjoy four spine tingling romantic suspense novels in one box set!A deputy comes home to solve his brother’s murder with the help of a beautiful social worker. But will finding his brother’s killer cost them a chance at true love?A rodeo clown is being stalked by a mysterious admirer. Can a bull rider keep her safe long enough to outwit her dangerous admirer? A single mom and a handsome vet team up to keep her daughter safe from would-be kidnappers who will stop at nothing to abduct her little girl. A spy returns home with her murdered best friend’s child. With the help of a local deputy, she’ll fight to stay one step ahead of the killers who are after the child.This box set includes:THE LAWMAN RETURNSRODEO RESCUERPROTECTING HER DAUGHTERCLASSIFIED CHRISTMAS MISSIONLook for more WRANGLER’S CORNER books sold separately:CHRISTMAS RANCH RESCUEVANISHED IN THE NIGHTHOLIDAY AMNESIA
Wrangler's Corner Collection Volume 2
by Lynette EasonWelcome back to Wrangler&’s Corner! Available in a box set, the final three stories in the acclaimed series from USA Today bestselling author Lynette Eason. Discover stories filled with suspense and romance as danger returns to Wrangler&’s Corner.Christmas Ranch Rescueby Lynette Eason & Lauryn EasonWhen his former crush is suspected of funneling drugs through her ranch, DEA agent Nathan William must find out if Becca Price is guilty. But when Becca is attacked, protecting her becomes Nathan&’s top priority. Together, can they prove her innocence…while keeping her alive from fatal threats?Vanished in the Nightby Lynette EasonAfter saving Kaylee Martin from abduction and delivering her baby boy on the side of the road, Dr. Joshua Crawford feels responsible for them. With a violent stalker dogging their every step, can Joshua protect the family he&’s come to love—before it&’s too late?Holiday Amnesia by Lynette Eason Microbiologist Robin Hardy survived an explosion in her university lab—but now her memories are gone. To keep safe from unknown assailants on her trail, she&’ll trust former CIA operative Toby Potter to hide her away. And the key to survival lies within her lost memories…Look for the complete Wrangler&’s Corner series by Lynette Eason!From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
The Wrap-Up List
by Steven ArntsonIn this modern-day suburban town, one percent of all fatalities come about in the most peculiar way. Deaths--eight-foot-tall, silver-gray creatures--send a letter ("Dear So-and-So, your days are numbered") to whomever is chosen for a departure, telling them to wrap up their lives and do the things they always wanted to do before they have to "depart." When sixteen-year-old Gabriela receives her notice, she is, of course devastated. Will she kiss her crush Sylvester before it's too late? Friendship, first love, and fantasy artfully mesh in this magically realistic world that ultimately celebrates life.
Wrapped
by Jennifer BradburyIt's Agnes Wilkins's debut season, and she's already attracted the attention of one of nineteenth-century England's most eligible and desirable men. Lord Showalter is handsome, wealthy, and has a quirky interest in helping England amass the world's finest collection of Egyptian artifacts. Agnes thinks it could be a good match, but suspects Showalter may be too good to be true. And indeed, he is hiding something--the fact that he's a spy working for Napoleon. His orders are smuggled into London in Egyptian artifacts, and when Agnes unwittingly pockets one during a mummy unwrapping party at Showalter's home, her action jump-starts a chain of events that bring out dangerous characters, dangerous circumstances, and the biggest danger of all--true love. Jennifer Bradbury's knack for suspense and adventure make this an amazingly rich, wildly compelling novel about the secrets inside and outside of a mummy's tomb.e mummy Agnes unwraps isn't just a mummy. It's a host for a secret that could unravel a new destiny--unleashing mystery, an international intrigue, and possibly a curse in the bargain. Get wrapped up in the adventure . . . but keep your wits about you, dear Agnes.
Wrapped in Murder (The Darling Deli #19)
by Patti BenningA lucky clover won't be lucky enough... And there's no pot of gold on this St. Patty's day. It's St. Patrick's Day, and the sleepy small town of Maple Creek, Michigan is seeing green. Eager to be a part of the many celebrations taking place for the fun-filled holiday, amateur sleuth, Moira Darling, and her husband, handsome private investigator, David Morris, decide to open their microbrewery to public tours for the first time. Disaster strikes when a corpse is found in the brewery. Moira is desperate to prove that her husband had nothing to do with the death, but when she realizes that the real killer might be closer to her than she thought, she faces an inner struggle, torn between loyalty to her family and a responsibility to justice. She faces an uncertain future as she digs deeper, and edges ever closer to becoming the next victim.
Wrapped in White
by Kevin BrooksPI John Craine - still struggling to cope with the weight of his past - is forced to finally confront it in his most personal and frightening case yet.PI John Craine is hired to investigate the brutal murder of a Somali youth called Jamaal Tan. The police are treating the murder as just another gang-related crime, but Tan’s aunt believes there’s more to it than that, and she claims the police are trying to cover up her nephew’s death.While investigating the case, Craine learns of the sudden death of his friend and mentor Leon Mercer. At first it appears to be a tragic accident, but Craine soon finds himself entangled in two deeply suspicious investigations. And before long he comes face to face with a man he hoped never to see again.
Wrapped Up in Crosswords: A Holiday Novel (Crossword Mysteries #9)
by Nero BlancSanta comes to town, but crossword editor Belle Graham and her PI husband, Rosco Polycrates, may find this holiday more naughty than nice With Christmas approaching, Belle Graham and her husband, Rosco Polycrates, are getting into the holiday spirit. While Belle does her part creating a Noel crossword contest, Rosco dons red suit and snowy beard to collect toys for the town&’s annual children&’s drive. But his good will starts to dim when he and two Newcastle Police Department colleagues are mistaken for escaped convicts masquerading as small-town Santas. On the domestic front, Belle&’s canine bodyguards, Kit and Gabby, have their own ideas about holiday gift giving. Turns out everyone may be barking up the wrong tree. Can the canine corps come to the rescue in time for Christmas? This ebook includes four crossword puzzles that can be downloaded as PDFs, with answers in the back of the book.
Wrapped Up In You: The perfect feel-good romance to brighten your day! (Heartbreaker Bay #8)
by Jill Shalvis'Perfect, feel-good fiction' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you'll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance! Jill's books are guaranteed to make you smile:'You can't go wrong with a Jill Shalvis book' 5* reader review'A heartwarming read with all the feels' 5* reader review'Another winner... I cannot wait for more' 5* reader review'A riveting and comforting romance' 5* reader reviewAfter a lifetime on the move, Ivy Snow is an expert in all things temporary. Now that she owns a successful taco truck in San Francisco and an apartment to call home, Ivy's reinvented life is on solid ground. She's guarded against anything that can rock it - like the realities of her past and a man like Kel O'Donnell. He might scream temporary, but his whispers are irresistible...Kel, an Idaho sheriff and ranch owner, is on vacation, but Ivy's a spicy reason to rethink his short-term plans. Best of all, she's a tonic for his untrusting heart, which is in repair. But when Ivy's past intrudes on a perfect romance, Kel fears that everything she's told him has been a perfect lie. Now, if only Ivy's willing to share, Kel will fight for a true love story.Want more warm, funny romance? Check out the other Heartbreaker Bay novels starting with Sweet Little Lies, visit stunning Wildstone, gorgeous Cedar Ridge, spellbinding Lucky Harbor or experience some Animal Magnetism in Sunshine, Idaho in Jill's other unforgettable series.
Wrapt in Crystal
by Sharon ShinnOn a planet of barren beauty, two religions—as different as sun and shadow, joy and grief—are bound together by death....A serial killer is stalking the priestesses of both sects—and Interfed Agent Cowen Drake must immerse himself in an unfamiliar world of stark spirituality to catch the killer. A world that will trap him between opulence and sacrifice, between desire and duty, and between two extraordinary women—one who could become the killer&’s ultimate victim.
Wrapt in Crystal
by Sharon ShinnSweetly are the secrets toldwrapt in crystal,limned in gold . . .On a planet of barren beauty near the edge of the civilized galaxy, two religions are practiced. Both sects worship the same goddess - the Triumphantes in joy and splendour, the Fideles in solemnity and selflessness. As different as day and night, sun and shadow, joy and grief, the two sects are now bound together in death . . .A serial killer is stalking the priestesses, killing first a Triumphante, then a Fidele, in turn. Six women are now dead, and the planetary authorities are at a loss. Enter Interfed Agent Cowen Drake. A cunning professional, he must immerse himself in an unfamiliar world of stark spirituality to catch the killer. A world that will trap him between opulence and sacrifice, between duty and desire and between two extraordinary women - one who could become the killer's ultimate victim . . .
Wrath (Faith McMann #3)
by T. R. RaganThe follow-up to the Wall Street Journal bestseller Outrage. <p><p> Those who hunt monsters must be careful not to become monsters themselves. <p> In another life, before human traffickers murdered her husband and stole her children, Faith McMann was a wife, mother, and teacher. Now she has become Furious, a merciless avenger on a deadly mission to retrieve her young son and daughter, no matter the cost. <p> Aided by unlikely but steadfast allies, the giant Beast and fragile Rage, Faith plunges ever deeper into a sickening underworld of sexual exploitation and slavery with steel-forged determination and righteous anger. <p> In this powerful, suspenseful conclusion to the Faith McMann trilogy, Faith is haunted by questions: Even if her children are recovered, will they be broken beyond repair? What terrible sacrifices will their rescue require? What are the limits of loyalty and love in a world that preys on innocents? And after her brutal awakening to the darkest aspects of human nature, what will remain of her own self?
The Wrath of Angels: A Charlie Parker Thriller: 11 (Charlie Parker Thriller #11)
by John ConnollyA gripping Charlie Parker thriller perfect for fans of Stephen King and Michael Connelly.'Haunting, scary and addictive' - Independent on SundayIn the depths of the Maine woods, the wreckage of an aeroplane is discovered. There are no bodies. No such plane has ever been reported missing, but men both good and evil have been seeking it for a long, long time. Hidden in the plane is a list of names, a record of those who have struck a deal with the Devil. Now a battle is about to commence between those who want the list to remain secret and those who believe that it represents a crucial weapon in the struggle against the forces of darkness.The race to secure the prize draws in private detective Charlie Parker, a man who knows more than most about the nature of the terrible evil that seeks to impose itself on the world, and who fears that his own name may be on the list. It lures others too. But as the rival forces descend upon this northern state, the woods prepare to meet them, for the forest depths hide other secrets.Someone has survived the crash. Some thing has survived the crash.And it is waiting . . .
The Wrath of Angels: A Charlie Parker Thriller: 11 (Charlie Parker Thriller #11)
by John ConnollyA gripping Charlie Parker thriller perfect for fans of Stephen King and Michael Connelly.'Haunting, scary and addictive' - Independent on SundayIn the depths of the Maine woods, the wreckage of an aeroplane is discovered. There are no bodies. No such plane has ever been reported missing, but men both good and evil have been seeking it for a long, long time. Hidden in the plane is a list of names, a record of those who have struck a deal with the Devil. Now a battle is about to commence between those who want the list to remain secret and those who believe that it represents a crucial weapon in the struggle against the forces of darkness.The race to secure the prize draws in private detective Charlie Parker, a man who knows more than most about the nature of the terrible evil that seeks to impose itself on the world, and who fears that his own name may be on the list. It lures others too. But as the rival forces descend upon this northern state, the woods prepare to meet them, for the forest depths hide other secrets.Someone has survived the crash. Some thing has survived the crash.And it is waiting . . .(P)2012 Hodder & Stoughton
The Wrath of Angels: A Charlie Parker Thriller (Charlie Parker #11)
by John ConnollyIn the depths of the Maine woods, the wreckage of a plane is discovered. There are no bodies, and no such plane has ever been reported missing, but men both good and evil have been seeking it for a long, long time. What the wreckage conceals is more important than money. It is power: a list of names, a record of those who have struck a deal with the devil. Now a battle is about to commence between those who want the list to remain secret and those for whom it represents a crucial weapon in the struggle against the forces of darkness. The race to secure the prize draws in private detective Charlie Parker, a man who knows more than most about the nature of the terrible evil that seeks to impose itself on the world, and who fears that his own name may be on the list. It lures others, too: a beautiful, scarred woman with a taste for killing; a silent child who remembers his own death; and a serial killer known as the Collector, who sees in the list new lambs for his slaughter. But as the rival forces descend upon this northern state, the woods prepare to meet them, for the forest depths hide other secrets. Someone has survived the crash. Something has survived the crash. And it is waiting. . . .
Wrath of N'kai: An Arkham Horror Novel (Arkham Horror)
by Josh ReynoldsThe first in a new range of novels of eldritch adventure from the wildly popular Arkham Horror; an international thief of esoteric artifacts stumbles onto a nightmarish cult in 1920s New England.Countess Alessandra Zorzi, international adventurer and thief, arrives in Arkham pursuing an ancient body freshly exhumed from a mound in Oklahoma, of curious provenance and peculiar characteristics. But before she can steal it, another party beats her to it. During the resulting gunfight at the Miskatonic Museum, the countess makes eye contact with the petrified corpse and begins an adventure of discovery outside her wildest experiences. Now, caught between her mysterious client, the police, and a society of necrophagic connoisseurs, she finds herself on the trail of a resurrected mummy as well as the star-born terror gestating within it.
Wrath of Poseidon (A Sam and Remi Fargo Adventure #12)
by Clive Cussler Robin BurcellHusband-and-wife team Sam and Remi Fargo come up against an old enemy while searching for a treasure that has been lost for centuries in this exciting adventure in the bestselling series by the Clive Cussler, Grand Master of Adventure.Ten years ago, a chance meeting at the Lighthouse Café in Redondo Beach led Sam Fargo and Remi Longstreet on the adventure of a lifetime, hunting the legendary riches stolen from the Persian King Croesus in 546 B.C. But they weren't the only ones. Someone else is after the gold, and he's willing to kill anyone who gets in his way. <P><P>When Sam and Remi run afoul of a criminal drug-running operation, their hopes of finding the treasure are dashed. But with Sam's ingenuity and Remi's determination, they survive their confrontation with the drug runners, and manage to send one of the key players to prison. Though the cache of gold is never found, life goes on. Sam and Remi marry--and years later return to Greece to find the one treasure that got away. <P><P>Time becomes their enemy when the kingpin they helped send to prison over a decade ago is released--and he has two goals in mind. Find the legendary hoard of King Croesus, and kill Sam and Remi Fargo. The Fargos know that as long as this gold is out there, no one is safe. They return to Greece for a final showdown--and one last chance to find that elusive treasure. <P><P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Wrath of the Furies: A Novel Of The Ancient World (Roma Sub Rosa #15)
by Steven SaylorIn 88 B.C., it seems as if the entire ancient world is at war. In the west, the Italian states are rebelling against Rome; in the east, Mithridates is marching through and conquering the Roman Asian provinces. Even in the relatively calm Alexandria, a coup has brought a new Pharaoh to power and chaos to the streets. The young Gordianus has been waiting out the chaos in Alexandria, with Bethesda, when he gets a cryptic message from his former tutor and friend, Antipater. Now in Ephesus, as part of Mithridates' entourage, Antipater seems to think that his life is in imminent danger. To rescue him, Gordianus concocts a daring, even foolhardy, scheme to go "behind enemy lines" and bring Antipater to safety. But there are powerful, and deadly forces, at work here, which have their own plans for Gordianus. Not entirely sure whether he's a player or a pawn, Gordianus must unravel the mystery behind the message if he's to save himself and the people he holds most dear.