The Maltese Moon Rock


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Crime consultant Scott Drayco and “the world’s most diminutive defense attorney” Benny Baskin find themselves on the Eastern Shore of Virginia fighting for the innocence of Baskin's client, jailed for the murder of his business partner. Against the backdrop of the Wallops Island rocket launch facility, Drayco soon discovers the motive for the man's murder might just be out of this world.




Malta and Gozo


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Packed with historical and archaeological facts from the Stone Age to the Romans, the Knights Hospitaller to World War II, it also showcases the islands' wildlife (and bird-watching opportunities), summer festas, and the less commercialised islands of Gozo and Comino.




Malta


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This new, thoroughly updated fourth edition of Bradt's Malta - written by an expert who has been visiting for more than a decade - remains the most comprehensive guide available and has built a reputation for being the essential guide for getting beneath the surface of this island nation and discovering what lies beyond the beaches. Sun, sand and sea there may be, but Malta boasts so much more, and this new edition is packed with historical and archaeological insights, from the Stone Age to the Romans, the Knights Hospitaller to World War II. It also showcases the islands' wildlife and bird-watching opportunities, summer festas, and the less commercialised islands of Gozo and Comino. Malta has been changing at the rate of knots, with Valletta's year as European Capital of Culture accelerating restoration and renovation. Copious openings - of historic sights, key fortresses, a new national gallery and boutique accommodation, particularly in Valletta - are covered, while the culinary scene continues to thrive, with notably greater choice for vegetarians and vegans. Malta has recently become much more socially accepting and is now considered one of the top places for LGBT travellers, while the offering for younger travellers has expanded, too. The Isle of MTV festival is going strong, Annie Mac now has a spring festival in Malta and a host of bars and clubs has sprung up. There is also lots on offer culturally, with festivals, concerts, exhibitions, theatre and opera all contributing to a full programme. Bradt's Malta contains all the information needed for a successful trip. Whatever your budget, it is the ideal guide for everyone from culture aficionados to history and archaeology buffs, foodies, war veterans, families and couples escaping for a romantic break.




Top 10 Malta and Gozo


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DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Malta and Gozo will lead you straight to the very best Malta and Gozo have to offer. Whether you're looking for things not to miss at the Top 10 sights or want to find the top place to eat, this guide is the perfect companion, taking the best of the printed guidebook and adding new eBook-only features. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists--from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals. There's even a list of the Top 10 ways to avoid the crowds. The guide is divided by area, each with its own photo gallery and clear maps pinpointing the top sights. You also can view each location in Google Maps if reading on an Internet-enabled device. Plan each day with our itineraries and see the sights in individual areas. You'll find the insider knowledge you need to explore every corner with DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Malta and Gozo, now with a sleek new eBook design.




Top 10 Malta and Gozo


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DK Eyewitness Top 10: Malta and Gozo gives you the best information on everything from events to food in Malta and Gozo. Whether you wish to experience the Grand Master’s Palace, find the liveliest nightlife or sail Malta’s clear waters; this travel guide is packed with essential information, whatever your budget. There are dozens of Malta and Gozo Top 10 lists including; the Top 10 restaurants, Top 10 liveliest bars and clubs, the Top 10 places to stay in Malta and Gozo, there’s even a Top 10 list of Things to Avoid! Top 10: Malta and Gozo travel guide is packed with beautiful illustrations and detailed cutaways of the greatest attractions of the islands, with comprehensive reviews and recommendations of Malta and Gozo’s best hotels, markets, festivals, shopping and nightlife to ensure you don’t miss a thing! Your guide to the Top 10 best of everything in Malta and Gozo.




DK Eyewitness Top 10 Malta and Gozo


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An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Malta and Gozo, packed with insider tips and ideas, color maps, top 10 lists and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best of Malta and Gozo. Step back in time to explore the ancient cities of Mdina and Rabat, marvel at the splendid Gran Master’s Palace in Valletta, explore the historic streets of Birgu (Vittoriosa), the charming bay in Marsaxlokk, or snorkel in the Mediterranean off the beautiful island of Gozo. From top 10 outdoor activities to top 10 walks and drives, discover the best of the Maltese archipelago with this easy-to-use travel guide.DK Eyewitness Top 10 Malta and Gozo is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Malta and Gozo you will find: - Eight easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week - Top 10 Lists showcase best attractions in Malta and Gozo, covering St John’s Co-Cathedral, Mnajdra and Ħaġar Qimtemples, Comino, and more - Free laminated pull-out map of Malta and Gozo , plus six full-color area maps - In-depth area guides explore Malta and Gozo’s most interesting neighborhoods , with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Color-coded chapters divided by area make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful transport, visa and health information - Color maps help you navigate with ease - Covers Valletta; Around Sliema, St Julian’s and the Three Cities; Northern Malta; Central Malta; Southern Malta; Gozo and Comino About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.




DK Eyewitness Top 10 Malta and Gozo


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Not only do these sun-soaked islands boast beautiful beaches, stunning coastline and the warm azure waters of the Mediterranean, but also an exceptionally rich history and culture evident in the ancient temples, medieval castles and Baroque churches scattered across Malta and Gozo. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around Malta and Gozo with absolute ease. Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Malta and Gozo into helpful lists of ten - from our own selected highlights to the best temples and ancient sites, places to eat and festivals. You'll discover: - Eight easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week - Detailed Top 10 lists of Malta and Gozo's must-sees, including detailed descriptions of the Grand Master's Palace, St John's Co-Cathedral, Mnajdra and Hagar Qim Temples, Mdina and Rabat, Birgu, Marsaxlokk, Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, the Citadel, Dwerja and Comino - Malta and Gozo's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, dining, and sightseeing - Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including children's activities and things to do for free - Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe DK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.




IYA 2009 Final Report


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Midnight in Madrid


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U.S. Treasury agent Alexandra LaDuca crisscrosses Europe in pursuit of an ancient relic stolen from a Madrid museum, and the chilling secrets behind its theft. She must make the toughest decision of her life--whom should she trust?




The Russian


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A thrilling compilation of three complete novels from bestselling author Noel Hynd's Russian Trilogy. Conspiracy in Kiev A shrewd investigator and an expert marksman, Special Agent Alexandra LaDuca can handle any case the FBI gives her. Or can she? While on loan from the US Department of the Treasury, Alex is tapped to accompany a Secret Service team during an American Presidential visit to Ukraine. Her assignment: to keep personal watch over Yuri Federov, the most charming and most notorious gangster in the region. Midnight in Madrid When a mysterious relic is stolen from a Madrid museum, people are dying to discover its secrets. Literally. US Treasury agent Alexandra LaDuca returns to track down the stolen artwork, a small carving called The Pietà of Malta. It seems to be a simple assignment, but nothing about this job is simple, as the mysteries and legends surrounding the relic become increasingly complex with claims of supernatural power. Countdown in Cairo Federal agent Alexandra LaDuca travels to Egypt to investigate the possible sighting of a former mentor, a CIA agent whom everyone thought was dead. She is thrown into the deadliest game of double cross of her career as the events that began in Kiev and continued in Madrid find their culmination in the volatile Middle East. Her assignment is to locate a man she once knew. But to find the answers, Alex needs to move quickly into the underworld of the Egyptian capital, a nether society of crooks, killers, spies, and Islamic fundamentalists.