It is the end of the summer of 1980 in Kingman, Arizona, and Jack Trexlor is under pressure. He's eighteen, and his father wants him to follow in his footsteps and become a doctor, but what Jack wants is to be an artist. Jack's mother supports him, but she is acting strangely. And everyone, suddenly, has secrets. The trouble boils over when Jack's girlfriend Diane is attacked, and she doesn't want to press charges. Jack simply can not accept that the perpetrator will get away with the crime, and … [Read more...] about The Crazy Jack by T.F. Torrey
The Franciscan by WR.PARK
“The pope is not infallible.” When the newly elected Pope Francis utters this bold and unprecedented statement, he captures the attention of the world’s population. His reforms leave no corner untouched as he strips away the mask so long held before the face of the papacy. Bringing with him an open-minded candor rarely seen by public figures—he’s an inspiration to his followers—and a threat to those who oppose him. The Franciscan begins with a tale of Vatican suspense and intrigue plaguing … [Read more...] about The Franciscan by WR.PARK
Time To Kill by D. M. Baillie
When a dark malevolent figure returns from Ethan Dunn’s past, he lashes out and kills him in a fit of blind rage. Who is this mysterious character? Why did he kill him? What will he do next? The first killing thrusts Ethan on a journey to some very dark places, places he thought he had truly escaped from, long forgotten in the past. To survive, Ethan must relive his past to discover the truth behind it all, revealing the evil still lurking. Will the past be repeated, only time will … [Read more...] about Time To Kill by D. M. Baillie
The Reason for the Season by Judy Nichols
Mommy blogger Kate posts about the chaos of her life--dealing with her so-called "blended" family. There's her second marriage, her surly 14 year old daughter from her first marriage, her ex-husband and his annoying wife, her hyperactive four year old son. And on top of that, she's pregnant with twins. She finds an oasis of calm in singing in a Christmas cantata at the local gay/lesbian church. That calm is shattered when, after rehearsal, she witnesses a brutal hate crime where two gay choir … [Read more...] about The Reason for the Season by Judy Nichols
War Merchant: A novel of Suspense by Patrick Parker
Dydre Rowyn wants out, but to leave her working relationship with Clayborne Zsigmond, a ruthless black market arms broker, could be a bullet. In a world of espionage, deception, betrayal, terrorism, and murder, Dydre uses the next assignment Zsigmond gives her—the deliverance of new technology to terrorists—to escape his merciless grip. The risk she takes puts her on the firing line when her plan goes deadly wrong, and success looks bleak. Not only is her life in jeopardy but also her son’s … [Read more...] about War Merchant: A novel of Suspense by Patrick Parker
The Black Rose by Sam Berretti
“What do you want to be when you grow up, Meredith?” A dead attorney had not been her answer, she was pretty darn sure. After years of experience in the courtroom, Assistant State Attorney Meredith O’Brien finds herself the target of street thugs and deep into uncovering the truth about a serial rapist and killer intent on taunting the police and her. What was the meaning of the black rose? After years of being alone she also finds herself being pursued by her ex-boyfriend detective and a … [Read more...] about The Black Rose by Sam Berretti
The Experiment of Dreams by Brandon Zenner
A machine capable of recording our dreams has been created... Benjamin Walker’s lifelong career of testing experimental drugs and medicines, as well as participating in fascinating sleep-related studies, has come to an end. A new and lucrative job opportunity is offered to Ben, working on a project named Lucy, a machine capable of reading and recording a person’s dreams in intimate detail. Headed by the genius Dr. Peter Wulfric and privately funded by the elusive millionaire, Mr. Timothy … [Read more...] about The Experiment of Dreams by Brandon Zenner
The Man with the Crooked Eye — Rafe Velez Mystery 1 by AB Stonebridge
A not-so-simple cheating boyfriend investigation turns into murder and robbery. Plus, there's a $250,000 lottery payoff up for grabs -- if somebody is willing to cover up a piece of evidence. 37 Kindle pages. Rafe Velez is a fictional character, based on a real person alive today. One thing you can be sure of: you will never, ever guess who he actually is! As a private investigator, Rafe dealt with decades of crime, divorce, death and depravity – and barely broke even. Pushing 50, he had a … [Read more...] about The Man with the Crooked Eye — Rafe Velez Mystery 1 by AB Stonebridge
Grayson Manor Haunting by Cheryl Bradshaw
When Addison Lockhart inherits Grayson Manor after her mother's untimely death, she unlocks a secret that’s been kept hidden for over fifty years. For Addison, it seems like she’s finally found the house of her dreams…until the spirit of Roxanne “Roxy” Rafferty comes to call. Who is Roxanne, why is she haunting Grayson Manor, and how will Addison’s connection reveal a key to her own past that she thought no longer existed? Targeted Age Group:: 18+ What Inspired You to Write Your … [Read more...] about Grayson Manor Haunting by Cheryl Bradshaw
Dark Waters by L.L. Bartlett
For Jeff Resnick, the trouble starts with a near-death experience. Brenda's family comes to visit and one of them reminds Jeff of the thugs who mugged him. His brother has taken possession of an expensive boat. The yacht holds a deadly secret, one destined to turn his world upside down. Will Jeff solve the puzzle before his vision of near death becomes a reality? Targeted Age Group:: Adults What Inspired You to Write Your Book? I'm fascinated by boats and the water. I wondered what my … [Read more...] about Dark Waters by L.L. Bartlett
Heather by A.J. Sendall
Sam Autenburg is the manager of a small marina in Sydney. When a Canadian yacht arrives, sailed single-handed by a twitchy schoolteacher from Toronto, Sam knows right away that the Canadian is not a bona-fide cruiser. A few nights later, in the early hour of the morning, Sam hears a woman calling for help. The Canadian is holding an escort on the boat against her will. Sam sorts this situation out, fruitlessly searching the woman’s bag for the cash and credit cards that the Canadian claims she … [Read more...] about Heather by A.J. Sendall
Bodies: Book #1: Staged Fright by Sameer Ketkar
FREE on Smashwords 7/5/2013 through 7/31/2013! (use coupon code SW100) "Bodies" is a quirky new murder-mystery series that's equal parts HBO's "Big Love" and "NCIS." You’ve seen cop shows. Now imagine three members of the same investigative team getting into a threesome and deciding to keep it going as a longterm three-way relationship. Throw in a bioterror threat and a quirky family drama, and you’ve got "Bodies," the summer's hottest new murder-mystery drama! Targeted Age … [Read more...] about Bodies: Book #1: Staged Fright by Sameer Ketkar
