As a police detective, he wants to know is who’s behind the murders that have been targeting the wealthy of his city. So he starts digging into very dangerous ground. He runs into something out of an apocalyptic horror. Something which cannot be reasoned with, something which cannot be bought, something which has no remorse about ending it’s victim’s lives. And adds the victims to the ranks of the killers as zombies... The living dead and zombie books were as delusional and unheard of as a sane communist dictator. The Zombie Survival Guide is advice handed out by a drugged out homeless man on 5th street. All Detective Lane knows is that 6 feet under is no longer "for good". At least not anymore. He doesn’t have a chance of killing something already dead. Not a chance in hell. As every second ticks by, the undead’s ranks grow, and the city is closer to being lost. With his own life the next targeted for murder, can Terry find the out what’s bringing the dead back to life and turning them into killers? Or will the city become a very new type of grave yard? In 1934, while living in New York, the heart of the publishing industry, Hubbard struck up a friendship with the city’s medical examiner—a relationship that started his education in undetectable crime and provided him with authoritative clinical background for his detective stories. “A rollicking horror yarn [that] taps into the current craze for zombies. . . . heart-pounding.” —Publishers Weekly *An International Book Awards Winner

Vanessa Sterling has abandoned the all consuming life of a Chicago corporate lawyer to begin a new life in the sleepy fishing village of Depoe Bay, Oregon. But a serious challenge arises when a long-lost son returns and the past reemerges to entangle her in a web of lies, deceit, and betrayal-the depths of which not only threaten her moral fiber, but her very existence. To save her son from his sordid past, this misguided mother begins to unravel deadly family secrets, pulling her into the seedy underworld of a drug czar, only to discover her son is not so innocent. A native of Detroit, Michigan, Fran Blacketer moved to California in the late 1970s where she earned a master's degree in psychology and taught at Saddleback College. She lived in Laguna Beach where she met her artist husband, Jim, and they moved to Depoe Bay, Oregon for six years before returning to southern California. While in Oregon she found the central coast to be a haven for writers where mystery and intrigue seemed to permeate the rugged coast line. "You Can't Kill a Dead Man" is the first novel in a series of Vanessa Sterling mysteries.

The classic mystery that introduces Inspector Henry Tibbett. “If you’re hungry for a really good whodunit, you will welcome the debut of Patricia Moyes.” —The New York Times Are you craving Christie? Yearning for a plot? Whimpering softly into your teacup about the days when one could count on a nice civilized, mannerly sort of murder, with a sleuth who was reasonably free of neuroses and substance addictions? Patricia Moyes to the rescue! In Dead Men Don’t Ski she introduces Inspector Henry Tibbett, a blissfully ordinary English copper with a pleasantly plump wife and a nose for the bad guys. Sadly for Henry (but happily for us) that nose has a knack of ruining his vacations. In Dead Men, he and Emmy are headed for the Italian Dolomites, ready for a spot of skiing and some first-class people-watching, all those athletic youngsters in their swanky late-1950s ski outfits. It’s all very “Mad Men” until one dead body turns up, and then another, and it becomes clear that Murder has come to the mountain. Praise for Patricia Moyes “The author who put the ‘who’ back in whodunit.” —Chicago Daily News “A new queen of crime . . . her name can be mentioned in the same breath as Agatha Christie and Ngaio Marsh.” —Daily Herald “An excellent detective novel in the best British tradition. Superbly handled.” —Columbus Dispatch “Intricate plots, ingenious murders, and skillfully drawn, often hilarious, characters distinguish Patricia Moyes’ writing.” —Mystery Scene

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A New York Times Best Book of the Year Nobel Prize Laureate Mazurka for Two Dead Men, the culmination of Camilo José Cela‘s literary art, opens in 1936 at the beginning of the Spanish Civil War: Lionheart Gamuzo is savagely murdered. In 1939, as the war ends, his brother avenges his death. For both deaths, the blind accordion player Gaudencio plays the same mazurka. Set in backward rural Galicia, Cela’s excellent novel portrays a reign of fools, and works like contrapuntal music, its themes calling and responding, alternately brutal, melancholy, funny, lyrical, and coarse.

Making moonshine, working blue-collar jobs, picking fights in bars, chasing women, and living hardscrabble lives . . . Clayton and Saford Hall were born in the backwoods of Virginia in 1919, in a place known as The Hollow. Incredibly, they became legends in their day, rising from mountain-bred poverty to pickin’ and yodelin’ all over the airwaves of the South in the 1930s and 1940s, opening shows for the Carter Family, Roy Rogers, the Sons of the Pioneers, and even playing the most coveted stage of all: the Grand Ole Opry. They accomplished a lifetime’s worth of achievements in less than five years—and left behind only a few records to document their existence. Fortunately, Ralph Berrier, Jr., the grandson of Clayton Hall and a reporter for the Roanoke Times, brings us their full story for the first time in IF TROUBLE DON'T KILL ME. He documents how the twins’ music spread like wildfire when they moved from The Hollow to Roanoke at age twenty, and how their popularity was inflamed by their onstage zaniness, their roguish offstage shenanigans, and, above all, their ability to play old-time country music. But just as they arrived on the brink of major fame, World War II dashed their dreams. Berrier follows the Hall twins as they travel overseas, leaving behind their beloved music, and are thrust into the cauldron of a war that reshaped their lives and destinies. Through the brothers’ experiences, the story of World War II unfolds—Saford fought from the shores of North Africa to Sicily and Europe and finally into Germany; Clayton fought the Japanese in the brutal Pacific theater until the savage, final battle on Okinawa. They returned home after the war to find that the world had changed, music had changed . . . and they had, too. IF TROUBLE DON'T KILL ME paints a loving portrait of a vanishing yet exalted southern culture, shows us the devastating consequences of war, and allows us to experience the mountain voices that not only influenced the history of music but that also shaped the landscape of America.

Embark on a thrilling journey into the shadowy world of intrigue and mystery with "Dead Men's Money" by J. S. Fletcher, a gripping tale of murder, deception, and betrayal. Join the author as he takes readers on a pulse-pounding adventure through the winding streets of London, where nothing is as it seems and danger lurks around every corner. Set against the backdrop of the bustling metropolis, "Dead Men's Money" follows the exploits of detective Ronald Camberwell as he races against time to solve a perplexing murder case. From the seedy underbelly of the city to the corridors of power in high society, Camberwell must navigate a treacherous web of lies and deceit as he unravels the truth behind the mysterious death of a wealthy financier. Themes of greed, betrayal, and the quest for justice permeate the narrative, inviting readers to reflect on the moral complexities of crime and punishment. Through Fletcher's vivid prose and expert plotting, readers are drawn into a world of danger and intrigue, where every clue leads to a shocking revelation. With its blend of suspense, action, and detective work, "Dead Men's Money" is a captivating read that will keep readers guessing until the very end. J. S. Fletcher's masterful storytelling and intricate plot twists make this book a must-read for fans of classic mystery fiction, offering a thrilling ride from start to finish. Since its publication, "Dead Men's Money" has earned praise for its gripping storyline, well-drawn characters, and atmospheric setting. Fletcher's ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats has made this book a beloved favorite for mystery enthusiasts, captivating audiences with its timeless tale of crime and detection. Prepare to be swept away by the thrilling adventures of "Dead Men's Money" by J. S. Fletcher. Whether you're a fan of classic mystery fiction or simply enjoy a good detective story, this book offers something for everyone, with its compelling plot, engaging characters, and twisty turns. Don't miss your chance to experience the excitement and intrigue of this timeless classic—pick up your copy today and join Ronald Camberwell on his quest for justice.

"Dead Man's Rock: A Romance" by means of Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch is a captivating story that unfolds alongside the rugged shoreline of Cornwall, mixing elements of romance, mystery, and the supernatural. The tale revolves round Dionysius Williams, a pupil looking for solitude in a secluded cottage near Dead Man's Rock. As Dionysius delves into his academic interests, he will become entangled in the neighborhood legends and eerie happenings surrounding the foreboding Dead Man's Rock. The narrative weaves a compelling tapestry of Gothic atmosphere, full of suspense and the haunting beauty of the ocean. Quiller-Couch's masterful storytelling ability is evident inside the seamless interplay of bright descriptions of the Cornish landscape and the mental intensity of the characters. The novel introduces factors of the supernatural, blurring the strains among reality and legend, as Dionysius grapples with the mysteries of Dead Man's Rock. "Dead Man's Rock" is a captivating exploration of love, journey, and the enigmatic forces that form human destinies. Quiller-Couch's wealthy prose and evocative putting immerse readers in an international wherein the coastal landscape turns into a person in itself, improving the allure of this romantic and mysterious tale.

After three years in the wilderness, hardboiled reporter Gerry Conway is back at his desk at the Glasgow Tribune. But three years is a long time on newspapers and things have changed - readers are dwindling, budgets are tightening, and the Trib's once rigorous standards are slipping. Once the paper's star reporter, Conway now plays second fiddle to his former protégé, crime reporter Martin Moir. But when Moir goes AWOL as a big story breaks, Conway is dispatched to cover a gangland shooting. And when Moir's body turns up in a flooded quarry, Conway is drawn deeper into the city's criminal underworld as he looks for the truth about his colleague's death. Braving the hostility of gangsters, ambitious politicians and his own newspaper bosses, Conway discovers he still has what it takes to break a big story. But this is a story not everyone wants to hear as the city prepares to host the Commonwealth Games and the country gears up for a make-or-break referendum on independence. In this, the second book in the Conway Trilogy, McIlvanney explores the murky interface of crime and politics in the New Scotland.

This wasn’t right. Mike had started teaching to get away from seeing dead bodies. Now there he was, staring at the corpse of a colleague slumped at his desk. All the signs point to Gil, a nervous undergrad with a bone to pick with the late Dr. Clerkwell, but something doesn’t add up. When a stack of blank diplomas goes missing, Mike realizes there’s much more going on at his quiet rural university than he could ever have imagined. Pushed from his peaceful sanctuary, he’s forced to call on the military training that he had hoped was all behind him. Full of twists and turns, Murder in Old Main is a thrilling whodunit full of pride, greed, and lust for money that will keep you wondering if anyone can really be trusted.