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A killer who won't forgive. A detective who can't forget. Haunted by his mother's brutal murder, detective Inspector Jake Sawyer returns to his rural hometown to investigate a series of gruesome killings. As the body count rises and the killer's twisted methods come to light, Sawyer must confront his own demons while racing against time to unravel the shocking truth behind the murders. With his sanity and safety on the line, Sawyer pushes himself to the brink to end the killings and save an innocent life. An edge-of-your-seat page-turner that will keep you guessing to the very end. CREEPY CRAWLY is Book 1 in the page-turning DI Jake Sawyer crime thrillers. Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, Chris Carter and Karin Slaughter. _______________________________________________????? "A dark and twisted murder mystery with genuine surprises."????? "The pace never lets up."????? "I was holding my breath during the final scene."????? "Well plotted and superbly written."????? "Gripping."????? "Well-developed characters in a wonderful setting."????? "I'm in love with DI Sawyer."????? "Awesome."????? "Compelling."????? "Dark and intense and worth every minute."????? "I wish I hadn't read it, so I could read it for the first time again."

Follow Abby Daniels to the town of Newport, Oregon on the Oregon Coast, where she discovers the long-forgotten newspaper article that describes the life and unexplained disappearance of Muriel Trevenard in the Haunted Lighthouse of Yaquina Bay. Could this be the young girl reported to have disappeared in the 1870s? What happened to her? Why is she now appearing and asking for help?

Fifteen murdered. Seven witnesses. One by one they fall. In the realm of contemporary noir, there are writers, and then there are those who "Write like D. F. Bailey."As Will Finch adds the finishing touches to his new book, Eve Noon embarks on a treacherous journey to join him at a remote island hideaway. Unknown to her, a malevolent force shadows her every step, weaving a web of menace that will shatter their lives. The night Eve arrives at Finch's isolated seaside cottage, the nightmare begins. A haunted Iraq war veteran knocks on their door, his eyes filled with dread as he utters a dire warning: "There's trouble coming at us. All of us." Finch brushes off the stranger's plea, but soon realizes that they are entangled in a desperate game with a man they call Nine. From the blood-soaked battlefields of Iraq to the dimly lit dive bars of San Francisco, and onward to the secretive lairs of a tech genius in Seattle, Open Chains hurtles forward like an unstoppable force. Its relentless momentum will carry you through the corridors of power to the cabinet of the President of the United States. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of fear, betrayal, and revelation that will leave you gasping for breath, and make you question the darkness that lurks beneath the surface of the world we know. Once you're caught in Open Chains, there's no escaping the chilling truth that awaits.

1978, Jonestown. 909 dead-two children survive. Where are they now?In the shadow of one of history's darkest chapters, a chilling secret awaits... Two children, survivors of the Jonestown nightmare, fled through the treacherous jungles in Guyana to escape the madness. Upon their return to America, they were granted new identities, a fresh start, and the hope of a "second life."But almost forty years later, the past resurfaces in an unexpected and ominous way. In the heart of San Francisco, crime reporter Will Finch stumbles upon an abandoned Armani jacket in an inner-city playground. Little does he know that this seemingly innocuous discovery holds a cryptic message, one that threatens to shatter the lives of Will Finch and his partner Eve Noon - and make them the next victims of the Jonestown massacre. Inspired by true events, Second Life will grip you from the very first page and refuse to let go until you reach the final, heart-pounding sentence. D.F. Bailey masterfully weaves a tale of intrigue and suspense that catapults you on a mesmerizing journey from an historic catastrophe to a prophecy of mass annihilation. Second Life - where the past awakens, and the future teeters on the precipice of darkness. Author Q & A with D. F. BaileyQ: Your title, Second Life, hints at something more than a dreary 9-to-5 existence. How does it fit into your thriller series?DFB: The title is derived from an ancient quote by Confucius: "We have two lives, and the second begins when we realize we only have one." When I first read that sentence, I thought, now here's a different way of looking at things. It really struck me with its insight. When you consider our brief life here on Earth, this sort of awareness can inspire people to take up a cause. For good-or for evil. So I drew my title from it since it suggests a noir murder mystery. Q: You're known for your crime fiction series and psychological thrillers with a twist. How do they relate to the Jonestown disaster?DFB: Until 9-11 the Jonestown massacre marked the largest civilian slaughter in American history. It took place in South America, in a remote jungle in Guyana, but the victims were mostly Americans, followers of Jim Jones's Temple which was once based in San Francisco. Some argue that the event wasn't a massacre-that it was mass suicide-but over a third of the victims were children led to their deaths by their utterly deluded parents. The trite phrase, "They drank the Kool-Aid," is their enduring legacy. It serves to warn us of the malignant power of religious cults. Q: And two of those children escaped?DFB: That's the fictional premise. I wanted to explore what might happen to children who survived the disaster on November 18, 1978. That's where Will Finch comes in. If you've read the first three books in the series you know that Finch is not a superhero. However, he's smart, tough, determined. Bent, but not broken. Q: Other than Will Finch and Eve Noon, do any characters from the previous novels appear in Second Life?DFB: Absolutely. Fiona Page and Wally Gimbel are alive and kicking. And Gabe Finkleman, who was introduced in Lone Hunter, is now a rising force at the San Francisco eXpress. Q: I thought the first three books-Bone Maker, Stone Eater, and Lone Hunter-formed a trilogy. Does Second Life change your mystery and suspense series books into a quartet?DFB: No, the trilogy stands as a complete, three-part unit. Second Life is the first of what I hope will be a continuing thriller series that builds on the characters introduced in the trilogy. If you liked the trilogy, I think you'll enjoy Second Life, too.

One billion dollarsTwo killersThree ways to die"Lone Hunter is a literary tour de force, seamlessly blending the best elements of private investigator mysteries, financial thrillers, and the allure of classic noir fiction."In the heart-pounding conclusion to the electrifying Finch Trilogy, crime reporter Will Finch and ex-cop turned private investigator Eve Noon are thrust into a deadly game where the stakes have never been higher. A villain emerges from the ashes of the Soviet Union, casting a shadow of terror over San Francisco, threatening to annihilate not only Finch and Noon but also their enigmatic ally, Sochi. But lurking in the shadows is an even more sinister menace, orchestrating a deadly symphony of deception. The key to it all lies in encrypted files, guarding a billion-dollar fortune. To survive, Finch must navigate a treacherous path to turn one killer against the other. The clock is ticking, and their fate hinges on a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Can Finch, Eve Noon, and Sochi unlock the secrets, or will they become mere pawns sacrificed in a deadly endgame?Prepare to embark on a riveting journey as the final instalment in this gritty noir trilogy takes you to the edge of your seat.

A reporter on the rebound. An ex-cop with nothing to lose. A murder they can only solve together. In the shadowed heart of San Francisco, two unlikely allies are about to uncover a web of deceit that could tear the city apart. Will Finch, a crime reporter on the mend, and the enigmatic Eve Noon, an ex-cop turned private investigator, are thrust into a world where darkness thrives and secrets shroud the truth. Gianna Whitelaw's death seems like an open-and-shut case - a tragic leap from the Golden Gate Bridge, a suicide note posted for the world to see. But Will Finch isn't buying it. He's convinced she was murdered, and he's determined to expose the chilling truth. Yet, when her powerful father, US Senator Franklin Whitelaw, slams the door on the investigation, it looks like the story's over. Until a cryptic text from Eve Noon changes everything. She knows Gianna. She knows about that fateful night Finch spent with her. Will she be his salvation or his downfall? As they delve deeper into the labyrinth of lies, their uneasy partnership becomes a desperate race against time. The line between allies and adversaries blurs, and their own secrets threaten to unravel their fragile bond. With its electrifying blend of PI mysteries, organized crime, and the darkest corners of noir fiction, this second installment in The Finch Trilogy will haunt your dreams. If you crave the tension of a gripping thriller series that surges with the voltage of a technothriller, then don't miss your chance to uncover the secrets of San Francisco in STONE EATER.

A death in the wilderness. A woman mourns alone. A reporter works a single lead. In the heart of the wilderness, a chilling secret waits to be unearthed. Will Finch, the relentless San Francisco crime reporter, is on the hunt, and he's about to uncover a conspiracy that could shake the nation. Haunted by personal tragedy, Finch is determined to resurrect his life and his career. But when he's thrust into the twisted aftermath of a multimillion-dollar bitcoin scam, he'll realize that some stories aren't just headlines - they're a one-way ticket into darkness. In the wilds of Oregon, Finch stumbles upon a cryptic crime scene: a deserted Mercedes-Benz, a wounded bear, and a town ruled by a merciless cop. And at the center of it all, the fiancée of the murder victim - a senator's daughter who senses a sinister secret lurking in the shadows. "Bone Maker" is a pulse-pounding thriller inspired by true events, launching a gripping noir crime trilogy that spans from the foggy coastlines of Oregon to the gritty streets of San Francisco, and beyond to Moscow, Honolulu, and the corridors of power in Washington, D.C. Here, the worlds of international finance, cryptocurrency, and political corruption collide in a deadly dance of deception.

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A vicious master. A cruel injustice. A secret long-held. When Vita and her aunt stay at the notoriously haunted Crowswood Castle, they find a vivacious new owner who laughs at its gloomy traditions. The ancient castle's renovation will be complete when a new portrait replaces that of the unhappy previous mistress of the house. But when the old painting reveals a hidden message and workmen unearth human remains in the castle grounds, Vita's curiosity draws her into investigating Crowswood's darkest mystery of all.

A famous victim. A locked room. Dark secrets. For DS Ballantyne, murder isn't black and white.DS Kat Ballantyne came to the crime-writing festival for an escape. Instead she's walked straight into a murder scene.Moments before he's due on stage, a famous novelist is found dead in a locked room. It looks like natural causes, but Kat sees tiny clues that suggest murder. As she investigates, she uncovers literary rivalries, personal vendettas and hidden agendas. Is there anyone who didn't have a motive to murder Mark Swift?As the case takes a turn for the darker, Kat finds herself in a world where the line between right and wrong is blurred. Can she bring Swift's killer to justice? And, if so, should she?

A shocking attack. A long-lost uncle. Sinister links to ancient Irish Folklore. When an Irish priest narrowly escapes an attempt on his life at a remote Canadian Seminary, Detective Bernadette Callahan finds herself entangled in a mystery that hits unexpectedly close to home. As Callahan delves deeper into the case, a sinister plot emerges, reaching back to the misty shores of Ireland, where ancient tales and myths hold the key to the mystery. Faced with a past she tried to leave behind and deadly forces intent on silencing the priest, Callahan must race against time to unravel a complex web of secrets before it's too late. A masterfully woven police procedural and a gripping addition to the Bernadette Callahan Mystery Thriller series. Page-turning action and shocking twists, this female detective mystery will keep you guessing until the very end. ________________________________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Bernadette Callahan Mysteries:? ? ? ? ? Good read!!? ? ? ? ? Bernadette does it again? ? ? ? ? Roaring good time!? ? ? ? ? An excellent quick read could not put it down. A good mystery. Enjoyed the whole series? ? ? ? ? Good series? ? ? ? ? Different but a great read

A desperate rescue. A war-torn land. A love that refuses to die. Detective Bernadette Callahan's impulsive nature has landed her in hot water before, but this time, the stakes are higher than ever. A heated argument drives her fiancé to take a dangerous security job in Afghanistan. When he disappears and is accused of stealing a sacred artifact, Callahan is left guilt-ridden and desperate for his safe return. Callahan embarks on a perilous rescue mission in Kandahar, where she teams up with a terrified interpreter and a stoner bodyguard. As she uncovers evidence that seems to incriminate her fiancé, Callahan begins to question everything she thought she knew about the man she loves. With a bounty on her fiancé's head and time running out, can Callahan confront her demons and push herself to the limit to save him from a fate worse than death?The explosive fourth installment of the Bernadette Callahan Mystery Thriller series by author Lyle Nicholson. "Caught in the Crossfire" delivers a heart-pounding tale of courage and redemption in the face of adversity in a must-read for fans of gritty police procedurals and female-led thrillers. _____________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Bernadette Callahan Mysteries:? ? ? ? ? Great story!? ? ? ? ? Four days, four books in the series read. ? ? ? ? ? EXCELLENT READ? ? ? ? ? Can't Put It Down? ? ? ? ? Tension all the way? ? ? ? ? Fantastic detective

Detective Callahan is sent on a mission to find the one man who might have an answer to North America's rising temperatures. Will she find him in time?Unlikely forces come to her aid as she journeys from the mythical and the scientific to get her answer. If Bernadette gets through the madness of the governments falling apart and uprisings in the population, she'll find a clue to stop the acceleration of the earth's climate. Her search will lead her to the Lakes of Nicaragua, an undersea lab off Florida's coast and the darkness of the High Arctic. She finds herself one step behind another force-is there someone inside the FBI or the government that is leaking information and trying to stop her?This is the third novel in the Bernadette Callahan Detective Series. This portrays a female detective in Canada's national police force, The RCMP, who fights crime on her own terms. If you like fast action, with a twist of humour, you will enjoy this series...download this book to start your journey today!

A deadly virus. A determined detective. A race against time to save the world. In this gripping thriller, Detective Bernadette Callahan faces an industrial accident that defies explanation. When she delves into the bizarre death, a terrifying revelation emerges: a virus that attacks both metal and humans. With the world at stake, Callahan must probe the criminal underworld for answers. As the Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer carries out her investigation, she faces a moral dilemma: trust the criminals whose livelihoods are at stake or risk losing the race against time. Join Callahan, as she races against time to uncover the truth behind the deadly virus in "Pipeline Killers."A page-turning crime thriller that pushes the boundaries of science fiction and reality. _____________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Bernadette Callahan Mysteries:? ? ? ? ? Great READ! And a good continuation from Polar Bear Dawn!? ? ? ? ? Strong female main character? ? ? ? ? Great action, good plot? ? ? ? ? Bernadette is becoming a very good friend. ? ? ? ? ? Willing able and Smart police work. ? ? ? ? ? I really enjoyed this book and will be reading more by Mr. Nicholson

Two countries. Two murders. A determined detective about to risk everything. When two killings take place thousands of miles apart in Canada and Alaska, Detective Bernadette Callahan's instincts tell her there's a link. But her superiors disagree, and they move to silence her. Undeterred, Callahan delves deeper and finds an ally deep in rural Alaska. A fellow detective, also under pressure to close his inquiries. The pair are forced into the shadows to work, where they uncover unlikely suspects and a conspiracy linked to Alaska's billion-dollar oil supply. Powerful forces will stop at nothing to stop the detectives. As they close in, Callahan realizes she is out of time. A page-turning crime thriller that will keep you guessing to the very end. _____________________________________________________________________________Praise for the Bernadette Callahan Mysteries:? ? ? ? ? Bernadette is my kind of cop!? ? ? ? ? A good action story set in the wilds of Alaska and Canada? ? ? ? ? This was a really good fun read? ? ? ? ? I will be thinking of this one for a long time. A sign of a good story. ? ? ? ? ? Well written, well told tale. ? ? ? ? ? A very intriguing heroine and plot.

A wounded detective healing in the shadows. A twisted killer luring him back to the light. ---JAKE SAWYER is isolated. A year after checking into a psychiatric unit, he has found peace by cutting contact with his previous world, living offline and refusing visitors. When Sawyer's ex-colleagues arrest a single father for abusing bodies at a hospital mortuary, the man records an emotional video confession, sealing his fate. But with his young daughter missing for two weeks, the case soon develops into something more complex and sinister. As the implications unravel, a young woman is found murdered, having suffered similar post-mortem abuse. Police suspect the man the press have dubbed The Vulture might not be in their jail cell, but out on the streets. Sawyer resists the urge to end his exile and step back into the fray. But when his own mother's ailing killer contacts him with an unrefusable offer, he faces the grim truth: no matter how hard he works to build a brighter future, his past has a way of hunting him down. ---This dark and pacy British detective novel is a murder mystery with twists, dark humour and a compelling lead character whose backstory continues through the series. TENDER IS THE NORTH is the ninth book in this addictive series of page-turning crime thrillers from one of the UK's sharpest writers. Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, MJ Arlidge, LJ Ross and Michael Connelly. ---Praise for Andrew Lowe:????? "Prose that gets under your flesh and into your bones."????? "Taut and compelling. Not a wasted word."????? "Plot and character perfectly intertwined."????? "Keeps you reading through the night."????? "Poetic and utterly gripping."

A mother's dying prayerA son's unholy vengeance---JAKE SAWYER is damaged. Haunted by guilt after surviving an attack that left four people dead, he returns to work under a cloud of professional scrutiny, straight into a disturbing new case. When the desecrated body of a recently released murderer is dumped at a Peak District beauty spot, Sawyer suspects the killing is delayed vigilante justice. But as further victims emerge, he realises the motive runs deeper into the distant past, and he may be facing an insatiable killer guided by a higher power. With the murder hunt intensifying, Sawyer's team are pushed to the limit when a lethal old enemy abducts the wife of a high profile politician, forcing him into a dangerous alliance. As Sawyer grapples with both enquiries, his self-destructive urges threaten to overwhelm him. And when the love of his life is marked for death, Sawyer's long-suppressed trauma finally breaks out in an explosion of righteous fury. ---This chilling and pacy British detective novel is a murder mystery with twists, dark humour and a complex lead character whose backstory continues through the series. FEAR OF GOD is the eighth book in this addictive series of page-turning crime thrillers from one of the UK's sharpest writers. Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, MJ Arlidge, LJ Ross and Michael Connelly.

A city in fear of the nightA detective at home in the dark---JAKE SAWYER is in demand. With his profile raised after his successes in the Peak District, he's called to London to help the Met Murder Squad with a baffling case which has shocked the nation. A family of four has been tortured and murdered in their Hammersmith home. The crime's disturbing details are kept private to protect the victims' dignity and to deter copycats. But when the killer strikes again, so soon after the first attack, the pressure mounts to understand his motives before a third family faces his wrath. Starved of hard evidence, the capital's smartest detectives feed on scraps of speculation. As Sawyer struggles to settle in the big city and keep his mental health in balance, he follows a theory about the killer which leads him deep into an urban underworld where the lines between pleasure and pain are blurred. ---This dark and pacy British detective novel is a murder mystery with twists, dark humour and a compelling lead character whose backstory continues through the series. CRUEL SUMMER is the seventh book in this series of page-turning crime thrillers from one of the UK's sharpest writers. Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, MJ Arlidge, LJ Ross and Michael Connelly.

His enemies' worst nightmareHis own worst enemy---JAKE SAWYER is in hiding. Wanted for questioning after a death in his custody, he is lying low, forming a plan to clear his name. When the body of an elderly man is discovered, horrifically brutalised, Sawyer suspects the victim might not be as innocent as he seems. As more victims come to light and the police race to apprehend an insatiable killer with a sadistic streak, Sawyer is targeted by devious new enemies, tasked with flushing him out and taking him down. Then, with his pursuers closing in, Sawyer discovers a family secret which reveals the true horror behind the murders. But to catch the culprit, he must delve deeper than ever into his personal trauma, and finally make peace with the past. ---Set within the bleak beauty of the UK Peak District, this pacy British detective novel is a murder mystery with twists, dark humour and a compelling lead character whose backstory continues through the series. THE SKELETON LAKE is Book 6 in this series of page-turning crime thrillers. Perfect for fans of Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, MJ Arlidge, LJ Ross and Michael Connelly. ---????? "Kept me reading until the end with twists I didn't see coming."????? "Another brilliant Sawyer story."????? "Well written and full of action from start to finish."????? "A wonderful plot, lightly but tightly spooled out."????? "Keeps you on your toes, wanting more."????? "The Sawyer series stands out for snappiness, style, and the sheer intelligence of the writing."????? "A wild ride. Can't read fast enough."????? "Great books and great characters. I'm now bereft that I have to wait for Book 7."????? "My favourite of the series. I read it in two sittings and can't wait for more."---Praise for Andrew Lowe????? "Prose that gets under your flesh and into your bones."????? "Taut and compelling. Not a wasted word."????? "Plot and character perfectly intertwined."????? "Keeps you reading through the night."????? "Poetic and utterly gripping."

A Downed AirlinerA Plot For RevengeAmerica in Disarray"WHITE SPHERE is a pulse-pounding thriller that doesn't just unfold-it detonates."In the shadowy heart of San Francisco, crime reporter Will Finch stumbles into a web of intrigue and political treachery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. On Telegraph Hill a mysterious young woman mistakes Finch for a man named Joel Griffin. She whispers ominous words-"The game is getting dangerous." Before she can reveal the perilous secrets she holds, her life is extinguished by a ruthless drive-by assassin as she collapses at Finch's feet in a pool of blood. But the dark forces at play are far more insidious than Finch could ever imagine. The next morning two FBI agents appear at his doorstep, their grim expressions belying the urgency of their visit. In a chilling revelation, Finch learns that he stands accused in a deep-web conspiracy, a conspiracy that threatens to tear the nation asunder. Finch soon faces an impossible choice: cooperate with the feds to unearth the sinister plot or watch as his own life, and those of his wife and daughter, are snuffed out by a merciless foreign organization hell-bent on dismantling the very essence of America. "WHITE SPHERE" is a contemporary noir masterpiece that entangles readers in a web of intrigue, danger, and unrelenting suspense. Perfect for fans of gripping thrillers that cut to the core, this is a novel that will haunt your thoughts long after the final page is turned.

One Reporter. Three Dead. Five Knives. In the pulsating thrum of San Francisco, rookie crime reporter Will Finch is about to break open the story of a lifetime. When a man plummets to his death from a high-rise apartment tower, Will Finch's initial shock spirals into a harrowing nightmare. His eyes are drawn to the open windows above the lifeless body, where a flickering lamp casts an ominous signal from the eleventh floor. A message of distress that cannot be ignored. As Finch enters the apartment, he discovers a woman handcuffed to a bedpost. Her eyes hold the terror of someone who knows too much about the dead man lying on the street below. In the week that follows, Finch delves deeper, uncovering a conspiracy that ties the death to a web of deception. A sudden bankruptcy. A global stock fraud scheme. And a murderous spree that began in the deserts of Baghdad, only to haunt the citizens of San Francisco. Is it the work of a ruthless serial killer, a cunning copycat, or something far more sinister?As he races to compile his report for The San Francisco Post, Finch's leads vanish into thin air. Within days, three more lives are claimed by a merciless killer. Will the pattern of five knife wounds provide the key to unlocking this chilling mystery? Can Finch unravel the twisted truth before he-and his fiancée-are ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse?FIVE KNIVES is the prequel thriller in the Will Finch crime series, a gripping narrative that thrusts you into the tumultuous world of investigative journalism. As you turn the pages, you'll witness the birth of Will Finch's career-a career where everything he learns about crime reporting begins with Five Knives. Read FIVE KNIVES - where the line between life and death is as thin as a razor's edge.

A Governor's Pardon. A Nobel Prize Winner. A Murder at City Hall. It all begins with a Governor's Pardon that sends shockwaves through the criminal justice system. After losing his second term election, the governor of Kentucky pardons 428 felons. Among them, Lennart Skoll-convicted of a brutal double homicide and sentenced to 18 years in Kentucky's notorious prison, The Castle on the Cumberland. Skoll claims he was wrongfully convicted, an innocent victim of circumstance, but can he be trusted?But the real storm is brewing in San Francisco where Will Finch joins an Extinction Rebellion protest outside City Hall. When the rally turns violent, a loner waves a pistol and fires a wild shot into the crowd. Finch tackles the gunman and holds him for the police. When the dust settles, a bystander lies dead beside him-a climate science Nobel Prize winner. As Finch grapples with the weight of the tragedy, he stumbles upon a web of deception that leads to a triple murder. The killings spark a cat-and-mouse chase through South Dakota's Black Hills. Can Finch outrun the criminals trying to silence him, or will he become one more victim of corruption and violence?With its serpentine plot twists and life-or-death suspense, Run Time speeds from San Francisco to Louisville, Kentucky and builds to a staggering climax on Mount Rushmore. Prepare for a fight against the odds - and a battle that will leave you breathless in Run Time.