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Verdict Unknown... The Sequel
Following the murder of Albert Noel Parke’s first wife and the eventual jailing of the perpetrator, Welshman William Jones, the local police in Cornwall begin to suspect Parke himself. A Detective Inspector in the London Metropolitan Police, known as ‘Bobby’ to his friends, he is accused of framing Jones for arranging the death of his second wife. Jones was convicted, but Detective Sergeant Arnold Baxter of the Devon and Cornwall Constabulary is determined to uncover the truth.
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Violent Horizons
A young man, nursing a tortured soul just because he is different. OK, so what’s wrong with being a short-arsed, curly ginger-haired, pale faced, thin looking lad with freckles? Plenty in London’s tough East End during the 1960s.
At the age of 18, something inside Eddie Coleman snapped. His worm had turned, and turned vicious. From here on, he was going to be someone to be reckoned with. Someone to fear. Recruiting like-minded individuals from downtown Limehouse, his crew expanded rapidly. Their deeds and wrongdoings leave a trail of blood, beatings, blackmail, robberies and murders.
At the height of his reign, Eddie finds love. For a time, he seems to have the Midas touch. Even the law cannot put a finger on him, or so he thought. Was it love or the law that finally brought him to his knees?
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White Birds
Discover a tale that transcends borders and beliefs, as the author delves into the immortal essence of the human spirit. Set in the heart of the Middle East, the novel unfolds a poignant love story between the daughter of an Israeli minister and a young Palestinian man. Against a backdrop of unforeseen events, the author weaves a narrative that emphasizes the significance of spiritual love, rarely found in traditional novels.
Originally penned in French in 1991 while in Belgium, the author kept this captivating story hidden until now, reshaping its contents before deciding to share it with the world. Within the pages of this masterpiece, love, ambition, war, pain, faith, and even science fiction converge, creating a gripping tapestry that demands attention.
Embark on a journey through the remarkable pages of White Birds, where love knows no boundaries and two pure souls are bound by an unbreakable bond. Witness as they face insurmountable challenges in a world that tests their passion and devotion. This extraordinary book is a treasure trove of emotions, offering an unforgettable reading experience.
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Beware My Shadow
Delany has experience in lawful subterfuge and disguise, which he gained whilst being employed by the military and the police.When members of his family become victims of violent criminal acts and the offenders cannot be brought to justice because of the destruction of evidence and other inside interference, will such a man shrug his shoulders and walk away, or will he cast a vengeful shadow upon those he knows to be responsible?
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Gemma Makes Her Mark
While in prison and preparing for parole after serving time for the murders of his mother and father-in-law, Mark met young probation officer Gemma. After his release, they develop a relationship and move in together. Although Mark feels that he is in control, Gemma is not as naïve as he imagines; she’s from a wealthy family and isn’t committed to a lifetime career in the probation service. She begins to see him as a means to help her gain some revenge for the way her mother (mis)treated her father during his terminal illness.After using Mark to help her achieve her aims, Gemma becomes increasingly bored with her situation and begins to separate herself from him. Mark won’t let her go easily and won’t let her get away with having used him to achieve her own ends. What ensues sees Mark returning to his previous sociopathic tendencies and extreme strategies.This insightful and disturbing thriller culminates in a gripping climax set on the Adriatic coastline of Yugoslavia in the early 1980s.Praise for Murderer: On Your Mark:‘Ian Marsh has used his experience to create a worthy academic crime novel, featuring a narrator who definitely doesn't put his students first. Murderer: On Your Mark is a wicked poison pill of a debut.’ Paul Johnston, CWA Dagger Winner
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Kelly's Divide
I thought of Mitch, gunned down by a crazed speed-freak out to make a name for himself, and my anger turned to rage. I became detached from the world around me. A world I no longer recognised. And in that moment, in that infinitesimal space in time when thought becomes action, between the firing of a neuron and muscle contraction, I threw myself over to the darkness… I pulled the trigger. They were out for my blood, and who could blame them. But even without Natalie, or Mitch, life was much more appealing beyond the enclosure of prison walls. All the good I thought I had done had never really meant anything to anyone but me, and I finally realised that it had all been pointless and futile. Perhaps that’s why I refused to give up my freedom. Like that old alcoholic whose squat I shared.
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Kevin Doyle R. I. P.
‘Kevin Doyle was thirty-one years old and a complete waste of space...'Kevin Doyle, a small-time loser, supplements his income from benefits with some thieving and the occasional bit of driving for ‘certain people'. One sunny day Kevin decides on a whim to go fishing for the first time in years - a decision that will change, and endanger, his life. When he hooks more than he bargained for in the lake, he thinks he's got lucky, but life has other plans for him. His discovery sets off a chain of events that culminates in blackmail, torture and multiple murders!Les Clarke's first novel is a page-turning, action-packed crime thriller whose twists will keep readers guessing.
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Night of a Thousand Whispers
Kate Walton is a sassy, beautiful, intelligent and fearless woman; she is an investigative journalist who works for a prestigious Australian newspaper. One night, she receives a mysterious phone call from an anonymous caller asking her to meet him by the docks and to bring some money. The caller says he has information about something that has international repercussions. Intrigued by this, Kate calls her friend, Greg O’Rourke, and asks him to come along for backup; what follows sets a course for murder, smuggling and much more.Aided by Greg and a troubled ex SAS soldier suffering from flashbacks and PTSD, by the name of Derek Austin, Kate aims to use all her skills as a journalist and try to solve the mystery before it is too late for everyone.
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Room 13: Between Hell and Redemption
Stephen Caldwell finds himself rotting in a Polish prison for a murder he maintains he did not commit. Just who is the mysterious blonde woman found stabbed to death on the floor of his hotel bathroom and why would anyone want to frame him? Richard Cruttwell's Room 13: Between Hell & Redemption is an account of how the central character serves his time and is then released to begin his quest as to who did this to him and why. Moving between Poland and the UK, Room 13 Between Hell & Redemption is full of drama and intrigue with strong characterisation. Perhaps more than anything, it explores the weaknesses of the human condition and how we are all to some extent, shaped by our past experiences. This is a recurring theme in the book and leads the reader to a none too predictable conclusion.
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A Woman Scorned
“Catch me if you can!” She says to herself, for this is a game.
Elizabeth Violet has no remorse, no regrets, for she finds her life took a dramatic turn that fateful night when she discovered her husband’s infidelity.
No one understood her, no one will find her.
The dagger, where did she put the dagger?
She wanders the graveyard alone at night, never forgetting that fateful night, the blood on her hands, the anger in the dead man’s eyes, the dagger she used with all her might.
CATCH HER IF YOU CAN… FOR SHE IS A WOMAN SCORNED…
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Ladybird Summer
In the scorching summer of 1976, Patrick leaves home, determined to escape from a family still reeling from the suffocating aftereffects of a terrible tragedy. Hoping to find peace of mind, love, and adventure, he heads to the brooding seaside resort of Morecambe.
Here he is catapulted into the complicated world of the fairground folk. He meets the beautiful Clare, the giant Malone, and the mysterious Zola, who describes himself as a ‘collector of souls’. Patrick soon discovers that he cannot escape his past and is quickly drawn into a deadly game of love and revenge.
Now, years later, a mysterious letter calls Patrick back to Morecambe, where he fears he will be finally held to account for the events of that terrible summer. After all, he knows what lies beneath the sands.
He soon discovers that nothing is ever as it seems, and memories may not always be trusted.
A tale in which Patrick comes of age twice in very different circumstances.
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The Big One
In just eight days, every secret you've ever kept could be laid bare for the world to see. This is the chilling promise made by the shadowy group known as ‘The Horrible Siliconettes.’
Enter Flake, a prominent data-dystopian YouTuber and social media critic known for his prank videos. Now, he’s the NSA’s top suspect, accused of orchestrating what they deem a terrorist act. But to Flake, it’s a wake-up call for society.
As the world grapples with the looming threat, Flake finds himself drawn to Leeza, a bright-eyed Silicon Valley insider who believes in the power of social media to do good. Their budding romance is set against the backdrop of a society on the brink of chaos. Together, they ignite a viral social media campaign challenging Big Tech’s ethics, drawing both admiration and adversaries.
As users abandon social media platforms and stock markets waver, the impending data dump – dubbed ‘The Big One’ in Silicon Valley circles – threatens to dismantle lives, topple corporate giants, and even destabilize governments.
Amidst this whirlwind, Flake and Leeza’s relationship is put to a test as they get pulled into a web of corporate intrigue and political machinations. As the stakes rise, they quickly realize they’re in over their heads, facing dire consequences.
“Just because you are paranoid don’t mean they’re not after you,” Kurt Cobain screamed at us in ‘Territorial Pissings’. In a world where secrets are currency, how much are you willing to pay?
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