Deadly Promise


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It is March of 1902, and Francesca Cahill-Fifth Avenue heiress, undaunted political activist and intrepid amateur sleuth-has just learned of a grave new danger haunting the streets of New York. A beautiful teenage girl named Emily O'Hare is missing and Francesca fears that the girl has been abducted. Only one person can help her learn the child's fate-but Police Commissioner Rick Bragg may not want to get involved because Francesca has just stunned Rick by accepting a proposal of marriage...from none other than his own rival. Francesca still questions her decision to marry the powerful and notorious Calder Hart. But Rick Bragg is wed to another...and his dazzling wife has just returned after four years abroad to reclaim their marriage. Francesca remains torn between the two very different men-but she desperately tries to set aside the affairs of her heart when she discovers that Emily isn't the first girl to vanish in recent weeks. And when Francesca discovers a trail of deception and lies, when someone very close to her investigation is murdered, Francesca realizes that the evil force behind the girls' abductions may try to find a way to silence her too-if she dares to uncover the truth...




Her Deadly Promise


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Four-year-old Kayden has been sitting alone on the little patch of tired grass outside his house for hours. His cheeks are wet with tears as he waits for his mother’s warm embrace. But she’ll never arrive to pick up her darling boy. She’ll never be seen again… Church Road is a quiet corner of suburbia where happy families play in the local park and neighbours smile as they pass in the street. But behind the bright red door of number 8 lies the body of Billie Reeves, a young mum who just took her last breath. Serena is Billie’s sister. When she found out her boyfriend had been obsessively calling Billie, she’d all but cut her from her life. But not before vowing she would make Billie pay for ruining her relationship… Shaun is Billie’s ex-boyfriend. He left her the moment she fell pregnant. When he turned up at Billie’s door, demanding to see Kayden, she refused to take the risk of him hurting her precious son. He’ll do whatever it takes to get his little boy back… Nadia is Billie’s best friend. Their kids attended the same school and Billie often opened up to Nadia about her struggles as a single mother. She knows Billie’s deepest, darkest secret. She promised never to tell, but that was before the argument… When police investigate the quiet little street, they discover everyone was whispering about Billie’s late-night callers. What was going on behind the closed door of Billie’s small home? And if someone was prepared to kill her, what do they know, and who will be next? Fans of Angela Marsons, Cara Hunter and Clare Mackintosh, will love Her Deadly Promise – a completely gripping crime thriller that will have you hooked from the very first page! What readers are saying about Her Deadly Promise: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMG!!!!!… Left me shocked and speechless from the very beginning all the way up to the very end… Fantastic… Totally blew my mind.’ Blue Moon Blogger ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Heart-racing… A MUST READ!!!!… Excellent… I was completely immersed… I devoured this book in one sitting and only came up for breath after I had turned the last page… Blew me away… Heart-stopping… Loved, loved it!!!!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved it!!… I was hooked from the beginning and couldn't put the book down… I loved this book so much.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Addictive… Kept me on the edge of my seat from the beginning until the end… I just love this… Brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely perfect… Fantastic… Kept me totally hooked all the way.’ Fiction Café ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow!… Amazing! Totally loved every single part… I read it in one day.’ Goodreads reviewer What readers are saying about Carla Kovach: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow!!!!! Loved!!!!! Shocked!!!!! Twisted!!!!!… You are in for a real treat… I couldn’t believe what I was reading… I was left speechless.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I am completely hooked on this series. I read this in a single sitting, unable to put it down.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow!… Absolutely amazing!… Incredibly clever and gripping. I was hooked from the first page.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘My head was spinning… Finger-licking good.’ B for Bookreview ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow! What a great read!!… So many twists and turns… This book touched every possible emotion. Can’t recommend enough!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow, Carla hits another one out of the park! Crazy thrill ride that just didn’t let up. Twists and turns galore.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fabulous book… Brilliantly addictive. I loved every page.’ Goodreads reviewer




A Deadly Promise


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When a woman’s mutilated body is discovered in a remote countryside property, Detective Kay Hunter is faced with one of the most challenging investigations of her career. There is nothing in the victim’s past to explain her brutal slaying, and no clues as to how her killer got away. Then a second body is found in a run-down storage facility, the man’s remains covered in horrific injuries that bear the hallmarks of prolonged torture. With two families demanding justice, Kay is under pressure from her superiors to deliver a swift result – but there is no evidence to connect the two victims. When a third victim is found just a short distance from her own incident room, Kay realises that the killer has no intention of stopping – and they already have their next victim in their sights… A Deadly Promise is the 13th book in the Detective Kay Hunter series by USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett, and perfect for readers who love fast-paced crime thrillers.




Deadly Promises: A New Orleans Mystery


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A young woman is gunned down during a detective's wedding; then several young women are found dead in a shipping container. Could these two cases be related? Two homicide detectives are searching for answers, along with the help of the detective's sister, an erotic romance writer, familiar with the chief suspects through her online connections. Take a walk on the wild side with this riveting New Orleans mystery.




One Girl Missing


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Five-year-old Cally waits in her pretty pink bedroom for the sound of the front door opening and her mother’s sweet voice in the hall. But when the doorbell finally rings, and Cally creeps out of bed to peer through the banister, a large man in uniform is all she sees. Her mother is missing... Teacher Annabel Braddock was last seen drinking at the local pub with her best friend, Jennifer. Witnesses saw tears running down her cheeks, and friends say she was having problems with a colleague at work, and that her marriage had broken down. But as the two women hugged goodbye, neither noticed the car speeding towards them. As the dust settled, Jennifer lay unconscious on the ground and Annabel was nowhere to be seen. She’d never abandon her little girl, so did someone snatch her? As family crowd around Jennifer’s hospital bed, hoping she’ll wake up, police visit Annabel’s home and her inconsolable daughter, Cally, tells them she had seen a man outside staring into her room as she climbed into bed that evening. Was it her childish imagination, or had someone been watching Annabel’s home? When Jennifer finally opens her eyes and tells the police what happened that night, it’s clear there are plenty of people with a reason to harm Annabel. With an unpredictable husband, a colleague who denies harassing her and a neighbour who seems to know her every move, could she be in imminent danger? As the hours turn to days, will little Cally ever see her precious mother again? Or will she be next? If you love fast-paced, gripping crime thrillers that keep you up all night, you’ll be completely addicted to One Girl Missing. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Cara Hunter and Clare Mackintosh. What readers are saying about One Girl Missing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow! Carla Kovach hits it totally out of the park!… Grabbed me from the start and didn’t let go.’ NetGalley reviewer ‘Phenomenal… I was blown away by this book… Brilliant.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fantastic, fantastic and fantastic.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An undeniable 5 stars… Absolutely blowout ending was thrilling… I look forward to dropping EVERYTHING all over again for the next instalment.’ @chloesreadingroom ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A five star-plus read.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Read it in one day… It kept me riveted until late into the night… Superb.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gripping, suspenseful and unpredictable… I loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fast-paced, gripping storyline which will keep you turning the pages till the very end… Loved this book!’ Stardust Book Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Addictive… Completely solid and unputdownable.’ Confessions of a Bookaholic ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fantastic storytelling… Kept me on the edge of my seat.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So good!... Loved everything about this.’ @owl._.books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Unputdownable… I read this straight through!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I love, love, love this series… Grabbed me from the very first page and held me hostage until the very end… Fantastic page-turner.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Amazing and completely spell-binding.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely loved it!!’ NetGalley reviewer




Fatal Request (A Sydney Best Suspense Thriller—Book 4)


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“This is my second book by this author and she doesn't disappoint. Great stories, fabulous protagonist and well nuanced side characters. Highly recommended.” —Reader review (Extra Dirty) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ When DSS Agent Sydney Best is called to the French Embassy where a diplomat lies dead, he is frozen with shock. In a world where every suspect has an alibi as strong as their country's secrets, Sydney must outmaneuver a killer who always seems to be one step ahead. Murder and politics can only mean trouble... FATAL REQUEST (A Sydney Best Suspense Thriller—Book 4) is the fourth novel in a new series by mystery and suspense author Mia Gold. The series begins with FATAL CHOICE (Book 1). Immerse yourself in the gripping Sydney Best mystery series, an exhilarating cat-and-mouse saga that weaves through nail-biting moments of tension. These novels refresh the thriller genre, unveiling a captivating new hero whose intelligence and charm are irresistible. With each thrilling plot twist, you'll find yourself captivated, eagerly reading on well past bedtime. Fans of Mary Burton, Robert Dugoni, and Lee Child are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available! I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The author devised some characters that I found very interesting. The protagonist in particular was a wonderfully flawed character. The setting of the story was a great choice also. I found the story very compelling. I like this author. —Review Reader (On the Rocks) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Found this book on Amazon and can honestly say I am not disappointed at all. From the adorable monkey to the fast-paced fight scenes and the shocking ending I am definitely reading the next book in the Ruby Steele Mystery series —Review Reader (On the Rocks) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kept me in suspense the whole time! Could not stop reading. Highly recommend this book to anyone who likes this type of read. —Review Reader (On the Rocks) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoyed the characters and the locale. Mia Gold does an excellent job in descriptions of both. Will no doubt purchase books two, three, and four in the series. —Review Reader (On the Rocks) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Very well written and kept your interest until the end. Just enough comical parts to enlighten the mood on occasion and intrigue enough to keep you engaged with the storyline.” —Reader review (Extra Dirty) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is such an exciting, action-packed mystery that as soon as I started reading, I knew I wouldn't be able to put the book down until I read the last word - and I loved every minute with humor, twists and turns and a great cast of characters.” —Reader review (Extra Dirty) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐




House of Dreams


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New York Times bestselling author Brenda Joyce weaves a spellbinding tale of love and danger that will linger long after the last page is turned. In House of Dreams, two aristocratic families, one English, one Spanish, have been tragically destined to come together time and again over centuries. Cassandra de Warenne spends her days in a quiet English manor, looking after her young niece while her sister Tracey lives the glamorous life of a jet-setter. When Cass meets Tracey's newest conquest, Antonio de la Barca, she isn't prepared for the intense and immediate attraction-an attraction that heralds something deeper, more powerful, and more dangerous than Cass could ever imagine. For the de Warennes and the de la Barcas have a tangled history of horrendous heartbreak, bitter rivalry, and bloodshed that began 450 years ago, with one woman, Isabel, forsaken and betrayed by her family, her lover and her friends. Today, Isabel has summoned the two families together one final time-this time to complete a quest for vengeance from beyond the grave.




Splendor


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She played a dangerous game. Carolyn Browne was a poor bookseller's daughter and an enlightened thinker, delighting London with her scathingly witty columns, written under the name Charles Copperville. Penetrating the town's gilded salons in male disguise, Carolyn soon throws her barbs at the wrong man-- the enigmatic Russian prince, Nicholas Sverayov. He was a dangerous target. His notoriety, extravagances, and indulgent disregard for social convention fuel Carolyn's outrage. Nicholas has moved through the balls and soirees of high society effortlessly, a natural target of gossip, envy, and desire. But Nicholas is furious to find himself lampooned by Copperville, and quickly discovers Carolyn's dearly held secret. Now, as the two spar, a new game begins-- a game of deception and pride, of longing and chance. And they played for the ultimate prize... As Nicholas sweeps Carolyn from the teeming streets and gala balls of Regency London to the splendor and majesty of St. Petersburg, against all odds the unlikely lovers embark upon a whirlwind of passion and peril until there is no turning back-- for the stakes have changed, demanding no less of them than the unwavering courage to claim the love of a lifetime.




The 100 Most Popular Young Adult Authors


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The book focuses on individuals writing in the '90s, but also includes 12 classic authors (e.g., Mark Twain, Louisa May Alcott, J.R.R. Tolkien) who are still widely read by teens. It also covers some authors known primarily for adult literature (e.g., Stephen King) and some who write mainly for middle readers but are also popular among young adults (e.g., Betsy Byars). An affordable alternative to multivolume publications, this book makes a great collection development tool and resource for author studies. It will also help readers find other books by and about their favorite writers.




Tiny Minds


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Detroit 1965 Based on true events, this is the heartrending story of Johnny Parker, a young heroin addict consumed with an intense fear of loneliness. The story begins when Johnny, racked with pain and overwhelmed by the crippling heat of detoxification, snatches the purse from an old lady who turns out to be the currier for small time mob boss, Giorgio de Angelo. With principles running high, Angelo refuses any reconciliation and puts a contract on him. Johnny goes on the run, fleeing with new found friend Freddy to the small harbor town of Trenton. The mob catches Freddy and takes him to an abandoned flat where they beat and torcher him to death. When Johnny discovers his body, he becomes highly emotive and promises to get those responsible, setting ablaze Angelo's yacht and outwitting his assassins. Along the way Johnny falls for a beautiful Eurasian girl who gives him sanctuary and brings out his tender side. Together they are drawn deeper into the criminal underworld of Detroit. With a large cast of colorful characters and D. E. Stewart's cutting edge drama, this story is a virtual Pandora's box of the bloodiest, most barbaric transgressions humankind has to offer. In this emotional rollercoaster ride of multi-dimensional impact, every page stretches ones imagination to the breaking point. Part 2 continues in the same vain, with his mentally disadvantaged brother, Charlie, defying death at every turn through the most hellish predicaments conceivable, taking you from the slums of Detroit to the CIA to the manmade abattoirs of evil.