Old Crime

Disappearing wasn’t going to be enough…they needed a plan…some answers…and a safe place where they couldn’t be found…and time to figure out what to do next….and why their pursuers are interested in Harper’s father…and are willing to do anything to draw her out. Now it appears that they have an unknown and unlikely ally…maybe two… Ailis Mulholland wasn’t expected…nor was the offer of assistance from her father. No one is quite certain what to make of it with one exception…Jackson Riley has known Cian Mulholland since they were kids.It’s the middle of the twenty-...

Ein erholsames Wochenende in den Highlands steht ihr bevor, bei dem sie traditionelle schottische Backwaren probieren, sich im Fliegenfischen versuchen und lernen kann, wie man einen „wee dram“, einen kleinen Schluck Whisky, genießt. Doch als sie in der Schlossbibliothek über eine Leiche stolpert, wird Gemma in einen Mordfall verwickelt, der so verwirrend ist wie ein kompliziertes Schottenmuster!

Everybody in Dry Creek fears Jed Cooper. After his wife and child are brutally slain in a racially motivated attack, Cooper sets out to find their killers, even if he has to wipe out the whole town. One by one, he makes the murderers of his family pay with their lives, but he faces his own savage demons as he rides his angry trail of vengeance. The town preacher tries to save his Cooper's soul, and the preacher's comely wife offers another kind of redemption. But will either be his deliverance? Wild in His Sorrow was first published in episodes on Amazon Kindle Vella.

For fans of The Vampire Diaries, Twilight and The Hunger Games! From the world of Vampire Love Story that has sold over 200,000 copies worldwide! More than 1,200 worldwide 5-star reviews! The epic saga of vampires and werewolves - and a love unlike any other. Book #2 in the bestselling "Vampire Hero" series! Vampire leader Josiah Reign is a lover and a fighter—and a devoted husband and father. While he’s content with his marriage and family, being the Chosen One has become boring—his days lack the previous excitement of paranormal wars and are devoid of the fulfillment that comes from...

Disappearing wasn’t going to be enough…they needed a plan…some answers…and a safe place where they couldn’t be found…and time to figure out what to do next. Years ago, two men prepared for their worst case scenario, hoping their plans would never be needed. Simon Sullivan now has reason to be grateful that he and his brother went to the extreme lengths they did and continued their efforts in all the years since…because the worst they imagined has arrived. It’s the middle of the twenty-third century and while there have been staggering technological and environmental advances...

If you're a fan of the Addison Holmes Mystery Series, you're going to love The Scarlet Chronicles! General Patton has nothing on Scarlet Holmes. She's beautiful, savvy, and smart, and if anyone can take down the Nazi's single-handedly, it's her.

This is the true story of the Clevenger family from Arizona Territory, and their unfortunate events as they trekked north to Washington Territory. Once the old, cantankerous Sam Clevenger and his wife, Charlotte, hired Frank Willson and John Johnson to help with the move, their fate took a dark turn. These true events were documented by journalists through the 1887 trial and well into the 1900s, and stories have been told of Sam's unfound treasure for nearly 130 years.

"I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!"~Satisfied Kindle Reader "FIVE STARS!"~ Multiple Fans "Alice Crowley is one of our best living authors!"~ G. Taylor In this searing-hot sexy 14,000-word story, a young woman and an older man go on the adventure of their lifetimes as they begin a passionate intimate relationship. Kiera Harper is a sassy, quick-witted computer hacker living in Chicago when she gets hired for some field work to conduct surveillance. The next thing she knows, she is embroiled in a labyrinthine plot and a grand conspiracy, and the only way to save the day is by starting a...

The odds stacked against him; a brokenhearted drifter claws his way to the top of an empire. San Francisco, California, Winter 1874… Over a year after jumping the Salty Mariner to explore the Barbary Coast, Edwin Morris Jr., as down on his luck as ever, teams up with a punchy and sarcastic hobo who introduces him to life as a back-alley swindler... Told with saturated visuals and a tongue-in-cheek approach, The Crimper of Old Town, is a fast-paced saga set against the underbelly of America’s port cities. Featuring a raucous group of supporting characters that guide and dismay Edwin ...

This is the third book in THE CRIMPER OF OLD TOWN novella series… Portland, Oregon - Spring 1876… Morris and Drexler combine their skills and robbery earnings to buy and remodel a rundown hotel that soon provides more than just luxurious accommodations to Old Town's finest visitors. Through strife and absurdity, their venture flourishes, drawing the attention of nefarious competitors along the way... Told with saturated visuals and a tongue-in-cheek approach, The Crimper of Old Town, is a fast-paced saga set against the underbelly of America’s port cities. Featuring a raucous group of...

Rain is a murder mystery novel set in an upper class New York City neighborhood during the 1930s. This captivating story follows ex-cop James McNally as he navigates a labyrinth of deceit and danger in his quest for justice. James McNally, struggling to adapt to civilian life, finds himself drawn back into his old world when a suspicious death occurs during a torrential downpour. The victim, a valet named Greene, collapses and dies in McNally's arms, muttering incoherently. Dressed in a mix of high-end and cheap clothing, Greene's mysterious appearance and sudden death spark McNally's ...

Haunted by his last case and still struggling financially, private investigator Nick Fabian is floundering when a birthday surprise from his best friend Connor Long and boyfriend Roy Constas—a home of their own—offers a ray of hope for a future life beyond living in a cramped trailer and staring into the depths of human depravity. Nick's optimism soon fades when he finds human remains crammed into a suitcase dumped in the attic. The bones belong to a local child who was reported missing three years ago. The news only gets worse when Roy reveals he was the one who took the suitcase up ...

A detective novel set in the quaint town of Shamborough, England, during the early 20th century. Murder of a Mayor embarks you on a gripping journey through the cobblestone streets and misty moors of Shamborough, an idyllic English town where tradition prevails. With its high stake investigation and complex web of characters, this book plunges you into a world of mystery, intrigue and suspense, with every twist and turn demanding your undivided attention. Unraveling the Deceit When the beloved Mayor Samuel Sanderson is found brutally murdered in his office, it sends shockwaves through the ...

Mike Lacondeguy is enjoying quiet semi-retirement until a Georgian winemaker’s dogged pursuit of vengeance and an ancient myth changed everything. In the electrifying conclusion to The New Americans trilogy, THERE YOU GO thrusts Mike Lacondeguy into a world where the boundaries between reality and ancient myths blur, and the pursuit of justice knows no bounds. Mike is beginning to figure out the next phase of his life when he meets Lasha, an enormous enigma from the nation of Georgia. Everyone loves Lasha, and Lasha loves life until Russian soldiers kill his family. Lasha is a renowned ...

There were times when Jonas Brownstein wasn’t certain why he bothered having a doorbell or locking his front door since his brother never bothered with the first and made quick work of the second. Patty on the other hand knew how to use the doorbell but simply ignored it. She’d given both he and Jay the door-picks as a gift years ago so while she might not be thrilled that their brother was adept at the skills that it took to use them, she also accepted that she wasn’t in the best position to criticize him for it. They didn’t grow up together…didn’t know each other existed until...

Old Wounds: A Nick Shelby Case and Other Crime Stories is a collection of 15 short crime stories from dark detective noir to domestic murder, crossing time periods as far back as the Victorian era and into the near future—some with a twist of horror, science fiction, or the supernatural. Each story revolves around intriguing characters with twists and turns and on occasion a sting in the tail.

In 1576, a fleet of fifteen vessels appeared on the south side of the island. Most belonged to the Spanish Empire and five others to the English corsair, Barker. The two sides engaged in a naval battle. By the Egyptian goddess! My excited little claws appeared. The battle raged for ten hours, one of the five pirate ships was burned and abandoned. The gold, pearls, and other lustrous items of unparalleled beauty were swallowed by the sea. Honorio, the detective cat, is at it again, sleuthing with his three lady travelling pals. This time on the lovely island where Cousin Cedric has invited ...

This is a story from the Normandy Stories collection. Maupassant is hailed as one of the greatest masters of the short story. This collection focuses upon the land he knew and loved so well - Normandy. Its people and its countryside are portrayed here in vivid color and with great warmth. Amusing, saucy, and sometimes even farcical they may be, but they are also capable of great pathos, often branching off to end tragically.

Hiding is no longer enough…she needed answers… What did Jackson see on the video…and how does he tell Simon… Daman and Niall are asking all the right questions...will they survive to find the answers... Mick Johnson might be dead but his killer is unknown and the clues leading to them are non-existent. Completely non-existent…which according to Jackson never ever happens… Elijah Sullivan, the father she adored all her life left clues…Ava just has to unravel them even as she comes to terms with her feelings about Harper…and his for her. It’s the middle of the twenty-third ...

On the evening of November 1, 1843, a young household servant named Amelia Norman attacked Henry Ballard, a prosperous merchant, on the steps of the new and luxurious Astor House hotel. Agitated and distraught, Norman followed Ballard down Broadway before confronting him at the door to the Astor House. Taking out a folding knife, she stabbed him, just missing his heart.