These gripping mystery novels will keep you turning pages and let's face it, unknowns in novels are better than unknowns in reality -- especially during the holiday season.
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Headline Murder
Headline Murder Peter Bartram
A new clue to an unsolved murder
A dangerous killer on the loose
A reporter desperate for a scoop…
It’s August 1962 and Brighton Evening Chronicle crime reporter Colin Crampton needs a front-page story. Then Colin gets a tip-off that Arnold Trumper, who owns the seafront’s miniature golf course, has disappeared. And that Trumper’s vanishing act is linked to an unsolved murder.
Powerful people don’t want Colin to find the truth. He uses every newspaper scam he knows to get his scoop. Trouble is Colin’s girlfriend, feisty Australian Shirley Goldsmith, carries the can when a scam misfires. Can Colin win a race against time to land his story - and keep Shirley on-side? The laughs are never far from the action when Colin and Shirley face dangers they never anticipated as they race to crack the case.
“Holds the reader’s rapt attention from first page to last.” – Midwest Book Review
“An engaging and entertaining mystery.” – Crime Thriller Hound
A dangerous killer on the loose
A reporter desperate for a scoop…
It’s August 1962 and Brighton Evening Chronicle crime reporter Colin Crampton needs a front-page story. Then Colin gets a tip-off that Arnold Trumper, who owns the seafront’s miniature golf course, has disappeared. And that Trumper’s vanishing act is linked to an unsolved murder.
Powerful people don’t want Colin to find the truth. He uses every newspaper scam he knows to get his scoop. Trouble is Colin’s girlfriend, feisty Australian Shirley Goldsmith, carries the can when a scam misfires. Can Colin win a race against time to land his story - and keep Shirley on-side? The laughs are never far from the action when Colin and Shirley face dangers they never anticipated as they race to crack the case.
“Holds the reader’s rapt attention from first page to last.” – Midwest Book Review
“An engaging and entertaining mystery.” – Crime Thriller Hound
The perfect summer read especially if you love all things British.
Love the inventive humor and pace of these fun capers!
Puzzles! My favorite. Clever title. Humor combined with a murder mystery to solve, and a sassy Aussie on the scene, too. Fantastic synopsis, with characters who sound intriguing and lively! Can't wait to read this mystery by Peter Bartram.
Once You Go Black
Once You Go Black Alex Cage
An unusual murder. An unusual town. And deadly secrets…
Martial artist and ex-special forces member Orlando Black is traveling through Alabama. All he wants is to keep the vow he made to himself. Black struggles to keep his promise when a bigot sheriff of a small town wrongfully puts him in cuffs. Now he must work with an unlikely ally to uncover the truth behind his arrest while trying to maintain his cool.
Martial artist and ex-special forces member Orlando Black is traveling through Alabama. All he wants is to keep the vow he made to himself. Black struggles to keep his promise when a bigot sheriff of a small town wrongfully puts him in cuffs. Now he must work with an unlikely ally to uncover the truth behind his arrest while trying to maintain his cool.
The Case of the Missing Bubble Gum Card: A Ja...
The Case of the Missing Bubble Gum Card: A Jarvis Mann Hardboiled Detective Short Story R Weir
#1 AMAZON BESTSELLER
Jarvis Mann is a private detective, whose business thrived on the mundane
Paying the bills by shadowing cheating spouses
Getting in the middle of messy divorces
And working for the fat-cat insurance companies running down false claims
On a Winter’s Sunday afternoon, a young man graces his office steps
His words coaxing with the simple declaration of “Please”
Convincing Jarvis to help find a valuable missing Ernie Banks rookie baseball card
With a dry sense of humor, Jarvis tours the Denver neighborhood with the lad
Door to door, friend to friend, until a clue leads to a surprising discovery
A young man’s personal pain revealed
Witnessing a friend’s act of self-sacrifice
Both teenagers teaching Jarvis a life lesson
That will shape him with new hope and resolve
An 8400 word Short Story by Author R Weir
Plus a preview of the first novel in the Jarvis Mann PI series: Tracking A Shadow
Jarvis Mann is a private detective, whose business thrived on the mundane
Paying the bills by shadowing cheating spouses
Getting in the middle of messy divorces
And working for the fat-cat insurance companies running down false claims
On a Winter’s Sunday afternoon, a young man graces his office steps
His words coaxing with the simple declaration of “Please”
Convincing Jarvis to help find a valuable missing Ernie Banks rookie baseball card
With a dry sense of humor, Jarvis tours the Denver neighborhood with the lad
Door to door, friend to friend, until a clue leads to a surprising discovery
A young man’s personal pain revealed
Witnessing a friend’s act of self-sacrifice
Both teenagers teaching Jarvis a life lesson
That will shape him with new hope and resolve
An 8400 word Short Story by Author R Weir
Plus a preview of the first novel in the Jarvis Mann PI series: Tracking A Shadow
A real page turner novel that keeps you reading
This novella by R. Weir is a PI story with a hard-boiled twist and a soft centre.
This looks fantastic, I look forward to reading it! :)
I like classic mysteries but also like a little lighter fare. I enjoyed the humor of this whodunnit.
R. Weir created an intriguing and engaging puzzle in the Case of the Missing Bubble Gum Card. For anyone who has had a precious sports card or anyone who grew up in Denver, this detective mystery is a treat from start to finish.
Advertising for Love - Prequel: Helen's Reaso...
Advertising for Love - Prequel: Helen's Reason Victoria Michaels
A moment in time can change someone forever...
Helen Barrington has it all; a happy, wealthy family, and everything she could ever ask for. She’s privileged and is aware of it, and is far from spoiled. Life is going great, until the housing market crash.
She understands that her family needs to make changes to their lifestyle and willingly makes sacrifices. She loves her family and will do anything for them. But as time passes and things grow strained at home, her family begins to change. Slowly, she finds herself changing too, her innocence slowly slipping away.
Helen Barrington has it all; a happy, wealthy family, and everything she could ever ask for. She’s privileged and is aware of it, and is far from spoiled. Life is going great, until the housing market crash.
She understands that her family needs to make changes to their lifestyle and willingly makes sacrifices. She loves her family and will do anything for them. But as time passes and things grow strained at home, her family begins to change. Slowly, she finds herself changing too, her innocence slowly slipping away.
The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks (Sample)
The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks (Sample) JOHN GASPARD
Unleash your inner detective with teenage magician Eli Marks!
Join thirteen-year-old Eli as he moves in with his magician uncle and uncovers the secrets of the magic world in "The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks."
With brain-teasing puzzles in each chapter, Eli uses his smarts to solve mysteries while learning about the fascinating world of magic.
Readers can join in the fun and try to solve the puzzles alongside Eli ... PLUS learn ten amazing magic tricks with step-by-step instructions and illustrations in the second half of the book.
"'The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks' is the perfect way to get young people interested in reading and get them interested in the world's greatest art form...MAGIC! Highly recommended!" -- Lance Burton, Master Magician
Join thirteen-year-old Eli as he moves in with his magician uncle and uncovers the secrets of the magic world in "The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks."
With brain-teasing puzzles in each chapter, Eli uses his smarts to solve mysteries while learning about the fascinating world of magic.
Readers can join in the fun and try to solve the puzzles alongside Eli ... PLUS learn ten amazing magic tricks with step-by-step instructions and illustrations in the second half of the book.
"'The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks' is the perfect way to get young people interested in reading and get them interested in the world's greatest art form...MAGIC! Highly recommended!" -- Lance Burton, Master Magician
Endorsed by Ellery Queen! That's impressive.
I love the inside view of a magician's world, and really love Eli Marks! This mystery kept me guessing.
This writer powerful writing comes across in this thriller short about a murder at the opening of a performance. I thoroughly enjoyed this and look forward to more from this brilliant mind.
Best Kept Secret
Best Kept Secret Elsa Joseph
Natasha Dawson is a lucky woman. Her career as a fashion photographer has taken off magnificently. After her imminent marriage, she will have a stable future to look forward to and a loving husband in the funny and generous Luke Stevens. Everything is very nearly perfect. But her ex-boyfriend has disappeared, and, try as she might, she can't forget about him. Some part of her feels she's about to marry the man of the wrong person's dreams. The other man in her life is handsome, engaging and passionate, and Natasha is deeply in love with him. But he also has a terrible secret, and Natasha may have to risk everything if she wants to uncover it...
Really amazing story about what love can do with us. I like how characters are so real and so vivid, you drown in their story. Natasha is so strong woman and I admire by her. She decided to save her lover despise the fact that they are parted the life gave her to be with another man and forget all her sorrow. But she chooses the love!
Elsa Joseph's novels keep the pages turning.! The plot lines are fantastic, the characters seem real and believable and the writing is rich with description. The Best Kept Secret is a novel with mystery, thriller and romantic elements.
Elsa Joseph is a smart writer. I definitely enjoyed reading her books :)
Elsa Joseph does great work depicting the conflict Natasha is feeling over the two loves in her life. Her writing is original and well worth the read.
Refreshing to read a novel written in Third Person. Natasha is someone you can root for. As for London, what a gorgeous landscape to set
your story in. Been there, so the descriptions bring back fond memories. Good pacing, smart dialogue.
When the Wood Is Dry: An Edgy Catholic Thrill...
When the Wood Is Dry: An Edgy Catholic Thriller Joseph Cillo Jr.
"...a chilling, unpredictable, fascinating story..."
A crime thriller, with a strong, female lead and a religious/supernatural twist.
"Sometimes we must suffer if we are to save souls."
Jesus' words echo in a dream to Lali Russo, a seventeen-year-old Catholic school girl.
Lali wakes and asks, "Why that dream again?"
Lali Russo is called to walk a path of suffering that she struggles to understand. Praying at an abortion clinic, she encounters the pregnant girlfriend of a notorious gang leader. She confronts the girl's boyfriend, the ruthless Ralo, as he sharpens his machete.
"Go away, little girl, this is no’ ju beesness."
A crime thriller, with a strong, female lead and a religious/supernatural twist.
"Sometimes we must suffer if we are to save souls."
Jesus' words echo in a dream to Lali Russo, a seventeen-year-old Catholic school girl.
Lali wakes and asks, "Why that dream again?"
Lali Russo is called to walk a path of suffering that she struggles to understand. Praying at an abortion clinic, she encounters the pregnant girlfriend of a notorious gang leader. She confronts the girl's boyfriend, the ruthless Ralo, as he sharpens his machete.
"Go away, little girl, this is no’ ju beesness."
Till Death Do We Partner - Prequel: The Agree...
Till Death Do We Partner - Prequel: The Agreement Victoria Michaels
She promised to be his ride or die…
…but, is this ride over?
Join Shari on this page-turning escapade that will leave you craving more.
This Steamy Suspense Romance will keep you hot from the beginning to end. What mysteries will arise in this spring-winter relationship? Has Shari gotten in over her head?
…but, is this ride over?
Join Shari on this page-turning escapade that will leave you craving more.
This Steamy Suspense Romance will keep you hot from the beginning to end. What mysteries will arise in this spring-winter relationship? Has Shari gotten in over her head?
Return to Creekside Estates - Prequel: Traile...
Return to Creekside Estates - Prequel: Trailer Park Playboy Victoria Michaels
Aubree Gallagher thought she’d hit the jackpot when suave and hunky Stewart Campbell barreled into her life and swept her off her feet. At 18, she was head over heels in love, and she felt honored to marry him only a few months into dating. Despite her family and friends’ initial reservations, Aubree and Stewart had the wedding night of their lives, solidifying their connection for everyone to see.
They made such a stunning couple.
Both Aubree’s younger sister, Skylar, and her best friend, Trisha, were bridesmaids at her wedding, but they also both seemed smitten with Stewart, with his blonde hair, piercing blue eyes, chiseled jaw and high cheekbones. He had muscles upon muscles, but not the kind from the gym, the type that are earned working a hard physical labor job your entire life. Hi tight-fitting Levis told an even more enticing story that Aubree or any other woman, wanted to know more about.
But…
Stewart wasn’t all what he seemed, and married life didn’t turn out quite as Au
They made such a stunning couple.
Both Aubree’s younger sister, Skylar, and her best friend, Trisha, were bridesmaids at her wedding, but they also both seemed smitten with Stewart, with his blonde hair, piercing blue eyes, chiseled jaw and high cheekbones. He had muscles upon muscles, but not the kind from the gym, the type that are earned working a hard physical labor job your entire life. Hi tight-fitting Levis told an even more enticing story that Aubree or any other woman, wanted to know more about.
But…
Stewart wasn’t all what he seemed, and married life didn’t turn out quite as Au
Kayaks, Kisses, & Monsters
Kayaks, Kisses, & Monsters Ashleigh Stevens
A summer of kayaking sounds perfect. Until the lake monster appears.
For Ellie, getting paid to spend her summer outside sounds like the ideal internship, even if it means paddling up and down a river twelve hours a day. Sure, she's never actually been in a kayak before, but how hard could it be?
At least she knows how to set up camp at night. Unlike her co-worker. Though Clay may be captain of the crew team, she could teach him a thing or two about spending the night in a sleeping bag.
And then there's the whole lake monster thing. Of course, Ellie knows water monsters aren't real but Clay doesn't seem convinced, especially after a boater goes missing. When mysterious accidents threaten her job security, Ellie starts to wonder why the "monster" wants her gone.
For Ellie, getting paid to spend her summer outside sounds like the ideal internship, even if it means paddling up and down a river twelve hours a day. Sure, she's never actually been in a kayak before, but how hard could it be?
At least she knows how to set up camp at night. Unlike her co-worker. Though Clay may be captain of the crew team, she could teach him a thing or two about spending the night in a sleeping bag.
And then there's the whole lake monster thing. Of course, Ellie knows water monsters aren't real but Clay doesn't seem convinced, especially after a boater goes missing. When mysterious accidents threaten her job security, Ellie starts to wonder why the "monster" wants her gone.