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Rivers of London Volume 11: Here Be Dragons
Some say a dangerous monster is at large above the streets of London… A winged monster red in tooth and claw, and its name… Wyvern!Wizard-in-training Peter Grant takes to the skies to investigate a rash of strange UFO sightings high above the capital after a Met Police helicopter night patrol is attacked by what can only be described as a dragon!Peter and his mentor Thomas Nightingale, the Met’s only sanctioned wizard, find themselves caught in the schemes of a trio of renegade Fae as they uncover a legacy of events that stretch all the way back to the Swinging Sixties and one of London’s most famous residents – a certain “Experienced” rock star – who made a pact with the Demi-monde that was never fulfilled.To save the city, Peter must hunt down the enraged beast – but can he end things peacefully…? Or will he be forced to destroy the last Wyvern?Written by BAFTA nominated, New York Times, Sunday Times and Amazon #1 best-selling author James Swallow, creator of the Marc Dane thriller series, and author of novels based on Star Trek, Doctor Who, and Warhammer 40,000. With art by José MarÍa Beroy (The Phantom of the Opera, Deadman, Monday, Monday and Deadly Ever After). This is the latest edition in Ben Aaronovitch’s hugely successful and award-winning Rivers of London series.Collects Rivers of London: Here Be Dragons #1-4
The Man Who Forgets
When we forget things, we don’t even know whether we are speaking the red truth or the white lie. Every word we mutter happens to be the thread of becoming the suspect.Robin, a man who was much addicted to reading crime thriller novels, was suffering from amnesia. He would usually forget events even after a few minutes. Last night, after doing passionate romance, when he woke early morning, he found his wife’s bloodied index finger on the floor. Mr. John & his assistant take the thread to solve the clueless case. There was no suspect except her husband Robin, who was the only person with his wife. Robin seemed to be the leading culprit. Now the burden of showing the hands clean was on him only, but how he could prove innocent as he didn’t even know what happened a few minutes ago.Will he be able to investigate his own life story? Or he slayed his wife. There are many questions with no clue of answers.Undoubtedly, this time you can’t judge the characters and predict the tale of this book.
Zero Degree
Nicholas, a thirty-year-old man, worked in a chicken cold storage at the workstation. On the eve of Christmas night, everyone was gleeful and celebrating the occasion; Nicholas planned to give an alluring gift to his wife Lucia, which she had been asking for a couple of years. At long last, the day had arrived, but Nicholas didn't return to his home to honor Christmas with his two children. Why didn't he return? What happened to him? Which dark mind-boggling truth he was going to find out that day?Zero Degree is the tale which is ready for his readers to board a high-strung thrilling journey.
The Lost Child: Enhanced Edition
A divorcee twosome Jack and Luna, moved to a petrifying woody mansion in the woods, which was 800 miles far-flung from the city of the United States. But before they got settled, their baby Alex got lost the next winter morning. Was Alex moved voluntarily into the woods, or something drastic was going to happen to him?The Lost Child depicts the tale which will keep your jaw open with an unending thrilling experience.
Revenge
The lonely person becomes weak first and strongest alone at the end. Reshma lies in between both. Recently she did break up with his boyfriend Arjun and was trying to overcome with it. She feared being alone in life and a day came in her life which changed everything over night.What if a criminal is giving threat to another criminal, demanding justice? Is revenge necessary?It’s good to care for the memories of people who love us unconditionally, but we can’t love people blindly because there’s a difference between mistakes and crime.Undoubtedly, the author has fabricated a fictional story of a girl who lost everything overnight.
The Suspect
**THE GRIPPING SECOND NOVEL FROM ROB RINDER AND FOLLOW-UP TO NO. 1 BESTSELLER THE TRIAL**'With a pacy plot, fascinating legal insights and comic interventions by Adam’s mum, Rob Rinder’s latest legal thriller is a warm-hearted treat.' Mail on SundayWhen the UK's favourite breakfast TV presenter dies live on air in front of millions of viewers, the nation is left devastated. More devastated still when it becomes clear that her death was not an accident.The evidence points to one culprit: celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks. But junior barrister Adam Green is about to discover that the case is not as open-and-shut as it first seemed.And although her angelic persona would suggest otherwise, she was not short of enemies in the glittery TV world . . .Can Adam uncover the truth?_____________________Praise for Rob Rinder:'Hugely enjoyable!' Steve Cavanagh'Ridiculously entertaining' Tom Hindle'I did not want it to end' Heidi Perks'Strong storytelling with a murder mystery at its heart makes it one to treasure' Daily Mail'A pacy and gripping read' The Sun'Intriguing pageturner. . . readable romp' The Times'An exciting start to what promises to be an excellent series, with an appealing central character' The Guardian'Such fantastic characters and such a fun read. I loved it' Phillipa Perry
Silent Scream
Five figures gather round a shallow grave. They had all taken turns to dig. An adult sized hole would have taken longer. An innocent life had been taken but the pact had been made. Their secrets would be buried, bound in blood…Years later, a headmistress is found strangled, the first in a spate of gruesome murders which shock the Black Country. But when human remains are discovered at a former children’s home, disturbing secrets are also unearthed.Detective Kim Stone fast realises she’s on the hunt for a twisted individual whose killing spree spans decades. As the body count rises, Kim needs to stop the murderer before they strike again. But to catch the killer, can Kim confront the demons of her own past before it’s too late?An absolutely gripping, darkly compelling, and nail-bitingly tense mystery thriller that will keep you racing through the pages long into the night. A Kindle Chart #1, multi-million-copy, international bestseller, Silent Scream turns fans of Karin Slaughter, Val McDermid and Mark Billingham into Angela Marsons addicts.Watch out for more from Detective Kim StoneA detective hiding dark secrets, Kim Stone will stop at nothing to protect the innocent. Silent Scream is the first book in the series.What readers are saying about Silent Scream:‘I absolutely loved it!… one of the best crime thrillers I've read in a long time, and that includes… authors such as James Patterson!’ Fiona's Book Reviews‘Completely mind-blowing… I devoured this book in 24 hours and was sad to have finished it… I couldn’t put it down.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars‘Wow… fantastic… gripping… hooks you in from chapter one… you won't want to put it down once you start.’ Little Northern Soul‘I found myself biting my nails numerous times… to say that this book is brilliant is an understatement.’ Relax and Read Reviews‘Silent Scream gets 5 stars from me – if you finish a crime thriller feeling like you just need to have a lie-down and a cup of tea to get your breath back, then the writer has done their job. Angela Marsons, I still don't have my breath back.’ Reading Room with a View‘How will I be able to review a book that I loved so much?… undoubtedly one of the most talented writers I’ve read… pacey, gripping and so intense and you will adore Kim. She’s one of the most memorable characters I’ve encountered in a book.’ This Chick Reads‘Twist, after twist after twist! It constantly has you guessing, on the edge of your seat and shocked throughout. A real page turner. I did not expect the outcome at all!’ BTPBookClub, 5 stars‘Marsons for me is the QUEEN of this genre. She knows how to add the human touch to each story and I just adore her. Bloody FABULOUS.’ Postcard Reviews‘Wow! Just wow! This book just blew me away… I LOVED and ADORED this book and I am chomping at the bit to get onto the next already!’ Amazon reviewer, 5 stars‘The Kim Stone series is one of the best crime series ever written.’ Book Addict Shaun‘The D.I. Kim Stone books are nothing short of brilliant.’ Nigel Adams Book Worm‘Just wow. This is police procedural at its best… It is complex, intriguing, and the writing hooked me in completely.’ Rachel’s Random Reads
Nemesis
THE INCREDIBLE TENTH BOOK IN THE ORPHAN-X SERIES - GUARANTEED TO THRILL YOU FROM PAGE ONE . . .'Outstanding in every way' LEE CHILD'Laughs as well as action. A thriller that makes the Jack Reacher books look quaint' Sun--NO GREATER FRIENDEvan Smoak is the guy you want on your side. A former government black ops assassin, he'll be there for you in your darkest hour - and he'll rain hell and thunder on those who caused your pain.NO WORSE ENEMYA lone wolf operator, Evan can't afford to lose any of the few people he likes and trusts. But when Tommy Stojack, Evan's loyal, long-time gunsmith and armourer, betrays him, it's war.Because a good assassin keeps his friends close, but his weapons closer . . .--'He is a weapon of mass entertainment and the action never stops' Daily Express'First-rate, deftly varied combat scenes' The TimesPraise for the Orphan X series'Feels like a missile launch' DAVID BALDACCI'Outstanding in every way' LEE CHILD'Weapons-grade thriller writing' GUARDIAN'An immensely entertaining adventure' THE TIMES
The Doll's House
The BRAND NEW psychological thriller from Natasha BoydellShe lives in my old home, she looks like me, she dresses like me... And now she wants my life.Naomi is devastated when the sale of the apartment falls through, her dreams of moving to an amazing ‘forever home’ nearby with her family are momentarily dashed.But then a sweet-natured single mother named Summer appears, announcing her intention to buy Naomi’s old apartment. And all of a sudden, it looks like Naomi might get her new house after all.At first, it feels like Summer’s saved her life. But as soon as the sale goes through, Summer starts turning up at Naomi’s new house. She’s enrolled her child in Naomi’s daughter’s class. She’s dressing like Naomi. She’s suddenly best friends with all her friends... And then Naomi discovers she’s got a pretty little doll’s house. One that looks just like Naomi’s new home.Naomi wants to believe she’s just imagining things. What could Summer possibly want? And how far will she go to take everything that Naomi has?A totally page-turning psychological thriller, that fans of Lisa Jewell, Sue Watson and Daniel Hurst will be unable to put down.Readers love Natasha Boydell:‘Wow! What a brilliant book!!... The suspense, the doubt, THE PLOT TWISTS!! I absolutely loved the characters, loved the story, loved everything about this book. This was my first by Natasha Boydell and now I am running to read more by her! 5 stars!!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book blew me away. I love books that grab you from the beginning and hold on so tightly that you cannot put the book down... The ending was explosive and was not predictable at all. I love, love, love this author and cannot wait for more.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Literally picked this book up in the morning and began to read it and before I knew it I was finishing it later that evening. It’s that addicting, honestly I found this so hard to put down. Every page that went past, I was frightened, I was dreading what was coming next. I could never have predicted the outcome. I’m still in shock, it’s crazy. The suspense oh my god!... This book is incredible... I would definitely say this has got to be one of my favourite books ever!!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Amazing... it’s an addictive read, it has it all the shocks and twists... A page turner of a book... Who do you believe and who do you trust? I so recommend this book – a twisty read!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A gripping masterpiece that masterfully combines elements of mystery and suspense. Boydell’s narrative unfolds like a carefully crafted puzzle, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The sense of suspense is palpable, making it nearly impossible to put the book down. As the intricate plot weaves its web of intrigue, the anticipation builds, creating a thrilling reading experience.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Secret of Kite Hill
Do you know every nook and cranny of your neighborhood? How about UNDER your neighborhood?Do you let your kids walk home from school? It's just a few blocks, right? What lurks in the shadows? In the bushes? Or scarier yet, under the bushes?Or is it all just happy-go-lucky Huckleberry Finn and exploring and adventuring in your own neighborhood? When do you know the difference? Maybe your kids know. Maybe they don't. How will you learn?It began as a simple walk home, the same one we did every day after school. But our dog's ball went into something of a hole, or was it a cave? Maybe a tunnel. But are there tunnels in the city? The ball was pretty close to the entrance, but just far enough to be a little spooky. Should we just forget it?WARNING TO PARENTS: there are some questionable parenting decisions in this book. It is not intended as a parenting handbook. There's a fine line between making the right decision and making the fun decision. When to choose which? How much do you involve your children in daily decisions? What if they involve danger? But what if your kids think it might be fun? You get the idea. Maybe I need a disclaimer ... ;-)You know in scary movies when you yell, "Don't go in there!" We went in. Yeah, I know. Ask your 8-year old why.
The Secret of Markree Castle
The babysitter flaked and four young boys have pretty much free reign of a castle. "Wait, what?" they ask. Yes, they heard it right. While one of their dad is getting married, the boys are free to explore the castle."They're old enough to be responsible, aren't they?" one dad asked the other. Ah, we soon shall see what the boys discover as they explore the castle, make new friends and learn of the secret of the Markree Castle.But what is the secret of the castle? What lurks behind all of those doors down in the cellar? Who's that scary old guy Killian? Is Alastar to be trusted?You see, dear reader, I don't know yet. These four boys are the creative behind the story. In many ways, I'm just the messenger. The story and magic and secrets of the castle are up to them. It's a collaborative effort and we talk, we imagine, we have Skype calls with poor WiFi connections while two boys are getting ready for bed in San Francisco, California and the other two are having breakfast in a restaurant in their hometown of Beijing, China.How is this going to work? How are two dads and four boys going to write a book together? Who knows! Has it been done before? Who knows! Who cares!What's happening is that we're all working on a project together. The kids are digging deeper into their creative minds and their dads are learning sides of their kids that they didn't even know existed. What would your child answer to the question, "If you could have any magical power, what would it be?" Do you know what your child would answer? Of course not. But you might have an idea. Do you know what's fun? Ask your child and guess (quietly) what they might say. Then listen to what they say and see how it differs from what you thought they would say. The answer might surprise you.That's how we're writing this book. It's a collaboration of these four boys and two dads (from different families). Three of us live in San Francisco and three of us live in Beijing. We're using shared online documents and Skype calls to communicate the story, the characters, and what's going to happen next.This first book (available April 1, 2015 in honor of Li & Lu's first adventure, The Secret of Kite Hill) has turned into more of a story that we had imagined and it's going to make this book only the first part of a series with the four boys at the castle.Oh, dear reader, I wish I could tell you what's going to happen in books two and three, but I don't know myself. We'll have to see what the boys come up with. But for now, enjoy The Secret of the Markree Castle and please leave us a note in the comments as to what you'd like to see in the upcoming books.Thanks for visiting. We hope you enjoy The Secret of Markree Castle.
Driehoek
Li & Lu are BACK.They’ve been busy. Moving to Holland, enrolling in new schools, gathering paranormal powers, new basketball teams.Apparently, Lu has been working on his paranormal abilities (who knew!? … that’s a paranormal joke) while Li has been studying … math.I know. I know.Both seem preposterous. But which one sounds more feasible? Both defy conventional wisdom and I personally have no idea.Remember:I’m just the messenger.I wish I could say that I came up with the storylines and weaved them into the perilous suspense thrillers that they have become. But alas, I just “download” the information and it comes through my fingers and onto the page.A few words from Lu.A comment from Li.And we’re off to the races.You see, they are boys. They don’t communicate. Well, not in the way girls do. Most boys use two syllables and call that dialogue. Others, like Lu, can’t be quieted even with an acoustic foam cube.I digress.Li & Lu are back.They’re ready for action.And yet again, the dog. The poor dog. He means well. But he just manages to get into trouble. Then again, he’s a dog.And they are boys. It’s a mathematical certainty that there will be adventure.Li & Lu are going to work together like never before. They’re almost friends. They almost like each other.Almost.Welcome to book number five of Li & Lu.