The first four years of the sixties have not been kind to Esther Charlemagne, even with her former NYPD partner, Aiden "Mac" McManus by her side. As they settle into life in Los Angeles as private investigators, the two take on a case that forces them to return to New York City to unravel the facts of a ballerina who died in a fire. Little did they realize when they took on the circumstantial case that they would be fighting every preconceived notion about their relationship, and finding a … [Read more...] about The Night Shadow by Cheri Vause
The Truth and Nothing but Lies by Cheri Vause
An FBI agent is sent to investigate a series of explosions at Women's clinics in Washington and Oregon by his Governor father. The case takes many twists and turns as he ferrets through the lies told to him by everyone, but as he follows in the final footsteps of a beautiful woman presumed to be dead, he finds that the truth may be in his own heart. He wonders if it's possible to fall in love with someone he's never met. Targeted Age Group:: Adults What Inspired You to Write Your … [Read more...] about The Truth and Nothing but Lies by Cheri Vause
The Ruth Valley Missing by Amber West
RONE AWARD FINALIST! Jameson Quinn is sick of trying to find herself in the big city. After a gallery opening ends in a trip to the ER and an argument with her self-involved boyfriend, she decides to take off for the peace and quiet of a small town — Ruth Valley. The small town has everything Brooklyn lacked: simple people, peaceful surroundings, and a feeling of safety. Jameson even finds the perfect house to rent from the town’s most eligible bachelor, Sheriff Jack. Life is finally … [Read more...] about The Ruth Valley Missing by Amber West
The Letters by Ella Drayton
Brodie Barrett is a widowed mother of a 10 year old girl and a homicide detective for the Birmingham Police Department. Everything seems fine in her world until her ex-fiance, Keaton Maddox walks back into her life. She's ready to start a new life with Keaton but he's also got a pregnant girlfriend working at his restaurant. Things at work start heating up for Brodie when someone decides to send her love letters at work. These aren't your ordinary love letters, though! These letters leave clues … [Read more...] about The Letters by Ella Drayton
The Blue Coyote by Karen Musser Nortman
The Blue Coyote is an IndieBRAG Medallion honoree and a finalist in the 2013 CLUE Awards. Frannie and Larry Shoemaker love taking their grandchildren, Sabet and Joe, camping with them. But at Bluffs State Park, Frannie finds herself worrying more than usual about their safety, and when another young girl disappears from the campground in broad daylight, her fears increase. The fun of a bike ride, a flea market, marshmallow guns, and a storyteller are quickly overshadowed. Accusations against … [Read more...] about The Blue Coyote by Karen Musser Nortman
So Damn Beautiful: The Lonely One by A.E. Hodge
On the night before her son disappears, single mother Meredith gets an unwelcome visitor to her row house in Detroit. Ever since the drunken fling they shared two weeks ago, Christian Morgan—the hypnotically attractive intern from Meredith’s office—can't seem to stay away from her. Meredith insists it was a one-night stand, thinking Christian’s just a love-struck kid. But Christian has much bigger plans, and he won’t take no for an answer. He’ll stop at nothing to get what he wants, and what … [Read more...] about So Damn Beautiful: The Lonely One by A.E. Hodge
Unbearably Deadly by Jerold Last
New release: For a change, the butler didn’t do it; a bear did. Or did it? In “Unbearably Deadly”, Roger and Suzanne head to Alaska to find out the circumstances surrounding their friends’ deaths. The vast expanse of Denali National Park creates a 6-million acre locked room murder case for our sleuths to solve. There are no suspects, no clues, and little help available. Can they solve their most difficult case to date? Can be read as a series entry or a standalone mystery novel. From the … [Read more...] about Unbearably Deadly by Jerold Last
Malevolent (Cases of Lieutenant Kane Series of Police Procedural Novels Book 1) by E.H. Reinhard
Tampa Homicide Lieutenant Carl Kane has a tough job. His day to day consists of decomposing dead bodies and removing murderers from the general public. But, when two women’s bodies are found under similar circumstances, it quickly turns into more than your average case. The killer is clearly looking to make a name for himself, and his plans for these women go far beyond death. When the media runs with the story, the killer’s moment in the spotlight arrives. It’s up to Lieutenant Kane to … [Read more...] about Malevolent (Cases of Lieutenant Kane Series of Police Procedural Novels Book 1) by E.H. Reinhard
Shatter Point by Jeff Altabef
“A thriller that grabs readers and doesn’t let go, skillfully twisting, turning, and manipulating its plot for maximum impact.” - Donovan, eBook Reviewer, Midwest Book Review WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Fall 2014 - Best Book in the Category of THRILLER When her 19-year-old son Jack miraculously recovers from a serious head trauma, Maggie is sure her luck has changed. But when she's abducted by a shadow from her past - a phantom with dangerous sapphire eyes - it's up to Jack and … [Read more...] about Shatter Point by Jeff Altabef
Last Stop on Desolation Ridge by Peter G. Pollak
A man wakes up in a hospital unable to remember his name or recall how he got there. He learns his body was discovered near death in a gully on a rarely-traveled road in the Adirondacks. Slowly, he realizes that whoever tried to kill him may try again and that he is defenseless since he has no idea who or why they're after him. With few resources and only one or two friends in the world, can he survive or will desolation ridge be his last stop? Targeted Age Group:: adults What Inspired You … [Read more...] about Last Stop on Desolation Ridge by Peter G. Pollak
Italy To Die For: From the Savino Sisters Mystery Series by Loretta Giacoletto
Too much togetherness spells disaster for these thirty-something sisters vacationing in Italy. When glamorous Margo opts for a steamy romance in Florence, plain-Jane Ellen travels alone to their next destination, a charming hillside villa at La Spezia. The owner Lorenzo, a mysterious widower, insists on showing Ellen around Cinque Terre, five picturesque villages overlooking the Ligurian Sea. Ellen is determined to experience the local culture but instead encounters intrigue in Monterosso el … [Read more...] about Italy To Die For: From the Savino Sisters Mystery Series by Loretta Giacoletto
Riley and The Rat by Ken Klopper
CRIME MYSTERY A PLEA FOR HELP—EXTORTION—LIES AND DECEIT—MURDER James Riley’s plea for help sends William Ment on a journey that uncovers a path of lies and deceit as he unravels the hidden truths behind the death of his colleague, Frank Motaung and the demise of Ricardo Bernato alias Ricky the Rat. Not able to move forward, Ment must retrace his steps and follow the trail that leads him back to Mandy Kershaw, Frank’s exotic lover. What secrets does she hold? A visit to Gloria and … [Read more...] about Riley and The Rat by Ken Klopper
