Ужасы и Мистика
Различные книги в жанре Ужасы и МистикаGodsgrave
A ruthless young assassin continues her journey for revenge in this new epic fantasy from New York Times bestselling author Jay Kristoff.WINNER OF THE THE AUREALIS AWARD FOR BEST FANTASY NOVELConquer your fear, conquer the worldMia Corvere, destroyer of empires, has found her place among the Blades of Our Lady of Blessed Murder, but many in the Red Church ministry do not believe she has earned it.Her position is precarious, and she's still no closer to exacting revenge for the brutal death of her family. But after a deadly confrontation with an old enemy, Mia begins to suspect the motives of the Red Church itself.When it is announced that Consul Scaeva and Cardinal Duomo will be making a rare public appearance at the conclusion of the grand games in Godsgrave, Mia defies the Church and sells herself into slavery for a chance to fulfill the promise she made on the day she lost everything.Upon the sands of the arena, Mia finds new allies, bitter rivals, and more questions about her strange affinity for the shadows. But as conspiracies unfold, secrets are revealed and the body count rises within the collegium walls, Mia will be forced to choose between her loyalties and her revenge.
Take It Back
‘A superb legal thriller…crackles with tension’ Guardian'A thought-provoking and sparklingly intelligent novel, with the welcome bonus of an unguessable ending’ Daily Telegraph‘Razor-sharp…Much more than a courtroom thriller’ Christina Dalcher, Sunday Times bestselling author of VOX* * * * *IT’S TIME TO TAKE YOUR PLACE ON THE JURY.The victim: A sixteen-year-old girl with facial deformities, neglected by an alcoholic mother. Who accuses the boys of something unthinkable.The defendants: Four handsome teenage boys from hardworking immigrant families. All with corroborating stories.WHOSE SIDE WOULD YOU TAKE?* * * * *Readers are giving Take It Back five stars:‘The perfect book club read . . . will make for lively, thought-provoking discussions’‘A skilfully written book that offers a big punch’‘You will feel like you are enveloped in this case and the unseen juror’‘Brilliant, powerful, moving and intelligent’‘Just when you think you've guessed correctly another twist appears’‘A genuine five-star read’‘A brilliantly compelling, tense and thought-provoking read’
Armoured Attraction
One secret can change everythingIt's been eight years since Liam Goetz has seen his ex-fiance. Vanessa Epperson had everything: beauty, brains…and a family fortune. He chose her, while she chose a life of luxury and never imagined their paths would cross again. An unexpected phone call from Vanessa–desperate for his help in a human trafficking case–ressurects old longings. As they work together to save hostages and catch a predator, Liam begins to learn some shocking truths–about himself and the woman he thought he once knew so well…
Warrior Son
A NATIVE SON ON A STRANGER’S LANDDeputy Sheriff Roan Whitefeather never thought he’d set foot on Horseshoe Creek. He was from a different world, but when the ranch's patriarch died unexpectedly, Roan suspected foul play. And so did Dr. Megan Lail. Roan had been trying to avoid the beautiful medical examiner since the one incredible night they'd spent in each other's arms. After all, they had work to do. But crossing paths again only stirred up old feelings–and an even older web of murder and deception. The deeper he investigated, the more he realized everyone had secrets. What would they do when they realized Roan held the biggest secret of them all?
Dead Girls
‘Utterly compulsive’ Fiona CumminsFIVE MISSING. THE HUNT IS ON FOR NUMBER SIX.THE SERIAL KILLER With five girls already missing and two dead police officers to add to the body count, the hunt is on. But how do you catch a man who doesn’t exist?THE VICTIM Held captive for months, Erica Shaw has now vanished. In the race to find her, the police uncover evidence that leave them wondering, was she ever actually a victim?THE DETECTIVE This isn’t DS Ali Green’s first murder case. But only recently recovered from her near-fatal injuries and battling some personal demons of her own, she’s out for justice.One thing’s for sure. Not everyone is going to make it out of this alive.
Mountain Shelter
A mountain hideaway is all that stands between a bodyguard and the killer after his beautiful client…As a highly skilled cyber security expert and bodyguard, there are few dangers Dylan Timmons can't handle. But his next assignment brings unexpected risks. Hired to protect brilliant–but socially reclusive–neurosurgeon Jayne Shackleford, Dylan seeks answers in what he suspects was a foiled kidnapping attempt. As the daughter of an oil tycoon, Jayne is the perfect target for ransom so retreating to the mountains is the first step in keeping her safe. The second step is remaining vigilant in their secluded surroundings–and resisting the beautiful brunette with a target on her back.
Overwhelming Force
He lost her once. He won't lose her again.Despite an illustrious career as a top hostage negotiator, Joe Matarazzo is haunted by the past. It was a year ago that three innocent lives were lost under his watch. But Joe isn't the only one who remembers that day. When Joe's exes begin to fall victim to a violent stalker, Joe seeks the help of Laura Birchwood–a lawyer and the woman he once loved. Despite old wounds, Laura agrees to help Joe find out who's framing him. And while they expect to be met with danger, they're unprepared for passion that still burns strong. And their determination to give what was between them a second chance.
The Mystery of Three Quarters
The world’s most beloved detective, Hercule Poirot – the legendary star of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express and most recently The Monogram Murders and Closed Casket—returns in a stylish, diabolically clever mystery set in 1930’s London.Returning home after lunch one day, Hercule Poirot finds an angry woman waiting outside his front door. She demands to know why Poirot has sent her a letter accusing her of the murder of Barnabas Pandy, a man she has neither heard of nor ever met.Poirot has also never heard of a Barnabas Pandy, and has accused nobody of murder. Shaken, he goes inside, only to find that he has a visitor waiting for him – a man who also claims also to have received a letter from Poirot that morning, accusing him of the murder of Barnabas Pandy…Poirot wonders how many more letters of this sort have been sent in his name. Who sent them, and why? More importantly, who is Barnabas Pandy, is he dead, and, if so, was he murdered? And can Poirot find out the answers without putting more lives in danger?
Traces of Her
‘Addictive! A twisty page-turner that had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.’ Roz Watkins‘Rose. Rose. Pick up, please. I know who killed her. I know who killed my real mum. I’ve worked it out.’ When Rose’s flighty stepsister Willow disappears to Cornwall, she can’t help but roll her eyes. Willow is always taking off and there is always some kind of emergency. But after Willow discovers that she was adopted and her birth mother died in tragic circumstances, her trip to the coast sparks a search into her past. Two days later, when a package arrives at Rose’s house containing a series of four polaroids of four different men, Rose knows that Willow is in trouble. Each photograph a possible murder suspect, their family life begins to unravel, leaving one crucial question unanswered… Who killed Willow’s mother and where is Willow now?* * * * * * *Readers LOVE Traces of Her!‘What a ride, more twists and turns than a Formula 1 race track’ A.M. Castle‘A whirlwind of a read. Just brilliant!’ Diane Jeffrey'Addictive and fast-paced. Amanda Brittany is a name to keep your eye on. A brilliant thriller' Phoebe Morgan‘An emotional thriller with a broad cast of characters who come alive on the pages of this addictive mystery.’ Naomi Joy ‘Gripped me from start to finish… Definitely did not see the twist at the end coming!’ NetGalley reviewer‘This was an amazing page turner. So many twists and turns and I was completely surprised by the ending.’ Netgalley reviewer‘A real page turner. This book had me hooked.’ Netgalley reviewer
Hunter
It begins with a nursery rhyme. Nineteen minutes later you die…The sixth gripping thriller in Lars Kepler’s bestselling series featuring Joona Linna. Perfect for fans of Stieg Larsson and Jo Nesbo.There’s a face at the window. A masked stranger stands in the shadow of a garden, watching his first victim through the window. He will kill him slowly – play him a nursery rhyme – make him pay.A killer in your house. The police offer ex-Detective Joona Linna a chance to clear his name: help Superintendent Saga Bauer track down the vicious killer terrorising Stockholm, before he strikes again.Only one man can stop him. Now Joona stands between a disturbed predator and its prey. He must catch a killer who hunts in the shadows and who is dangerously close to losing control…