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BEYOND THE BADGEONE MAN, TWO LIVESStep into the gripping world of law enforcement with Tony Mozingo, a former FBI agent whose journey is interwoven with homespun wisdom learned from his beloved pet companions. This compelling memoir invites you to explore an unexpectedly charming journey from humble beginnings in rural Virginia to the thrilling challenges of FBI life. Mozingo’s story unfolds through riveting narratives and profound reflections. Discover how his profound bond with animals informed his dedicated pursuit of justice against criminals, shaping his understanding of life’s deepest meanings in Beyond the Badge.From the Foreword by Richard K. Lack, FBI Special Agent, Retired Whether Tony was leading a team or working independently, his meticulous attention to detail and innovative problem-solving skills ensured that his contributions were always of the highest quality. His ability to balance a multitude of tasks with grace and efficiency is truly commendable, making him an invaluable asset to the FBI during his years as an active Special Agent.In addition to his professional prowess, Tony possesses unwavering integrity and ethical standards. He navigated the complexities of his field with a strong moral compass, earning the respect and trust of colleagues. I told him I consider this book to be an exposé—so get ready to be exposed to insider information that will have you intrigued and captivated. The animal stories are a delightful bonus. Enjoy!

No one would ever accuse Special Agent Ryan O'Connor of taking the easy way out of anything. At least not successfully. Her attempts to distract herself from her crushing feelings of failing, fear, and fury have inadvertently landed her in hot water that is way over her head. And she forgot to pack her arm floaties.As much as Ryan hates to admit it, her girlfriend, Allison, is right. She isn't trained to bring down a domestic terrorist group. None of them are. But the clock is ticking, and lives are on the line. And if she doesn't figure out a way to remain focused and keep her head in the game, hers will undoubtedly be one of them.

A quiet lodger; a secret vice; a fortune-seeker who will stop at nothing. Cambridge, England. 1905. A neighbour's quiet lodger dies in an unlucky fall, but Vita finds clues that suggest a complex and dangerous secret life, and doubts his death was an accident. Forced to investigate when the police refuse to listen, she finds a connection with a second sudden death - that of a wealthy and eccentric local lady. As usual, Vita's discoveries infuriate the police and the murderer, but they also cast doubt on the findings of a police surgeon whose good opinion is vital if she is to continue her own scientific studies. With no one else willing to take on the killer, Vita must act alone.

A sapphic YA romance murder mystery from BookTok sensation and queenof gothic fantasy, Rosie Talbot.

NOW A MAJOR ITV DRAMA STARRING ROWAN ATKINSONMaigret plunges into the murky Parisian underworld in book twenty-nine of the new Penguin Maigret series.'That shoeless foot looked incongruous lying on the pavement next to another foot encased in a shoe made of black kid leather. It was naked, private . . . It was Maigret who retrieved the other shoe which lay by the kerb six or seven metres away'A series of strange phone calls leads Inspector Maigret through the Paris streets towards a man out of his depth amid a network of merciless criminals.Penguin is publishing the entire series of Maigret novels in new translations. This novel has been published in a previous translation as Maigret's Special Murder.'His artistry is supreme' John Banville'One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequalled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories' Guardian 'A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness' Independent

Maigret's past comes to life in this vivid new translation of this evocative novel, set in the Inspector's home town. Book thirteen in the new Penguin Maigret series.Maigret savoured the sensations of his youth again: the cold, stinging eyes, frozen fingertips, an aftertaste of coffee. Then, stepping inside the church, a blast of heat, soft light; the smell of candles and incense.The last time Maigret went home to the village of his birth was for his father's funeral. Now an anonymous note predicting a crime during All Souls' Day mass draws him back there, where troubling memories resurface and hidden vices are revealed. Penguin is publishing the entire series of Maigret novels in new translations. This novel has been published in a previous translation as Maigret Goes Home.'Compelling, remorseless, brilliant' John Gray'One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequalled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories' Guardian 'A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness' Independent

A local scandal intrudes on Maigret's seaside holiday in book twenty-eight of the new Penguin Maigret series.At what point in the day could the note have been slipped into his pocket, his left breast pocket?It was an ordinary sheet of glazed squared paper, probably torn out of an exercise book. The words were written in pencil, in a regular handwriting that looked to him like a woman's.For pity's sake, ask to see the patient in room 15.When Inspector Maigret's wife falls ill on their seaside holiday, a visit to the hospital leads him on an unexpected quest to find justice for a young girl.Penguin is publishing the entire series of Maigret novels in new translations. 'His artistry is supreme' John Banville'One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequalled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories' Guardian 'A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness' Independent

"First published in French as Le voleur de Maigret by Presses de la Citae [in] 1967" -- title page verso

This illustrated edition of The Great God Pan by Arthur Machen features captivating illustrations, a detailed summary, an insightful author biography, and a comprehensive list of characters.The Great God Pan is a chilling masterpiece of horror and supernatural fiction by Arthur Machen. First published in 1894, the novella explores themes of forbidden knowledge, the boundaries of human understanding, and the dark forces lurking just beyond the veil of the mundane. The story begins with a mysterious experiment conducted by Dr. Raymond to lift the veil of reality and reveal "the great god Pan." However, this daring endeavor unleashes consequences far beyond imagination, spiraling into a series of inexplicable and eerie events.Regarded as one of the most influential works of horror, Machen's tale has inspired literary greats like H.P. Lovecraft and Stephen King. This edition is enriched with stunning illustrations that bring the haunting narrative to life, making it an unforgettable experience for both new readers and devoted fans of Gothic literature.

The sizzling sequel to Tiktok sensation Lights Out

A Stroll down Memory Lane A Rush for the Exits A Race for Freedom and Survival "Another great story of moral revelation, despair, and redemption by a contemporary master." --Lawrence Russell, author of Outlaw Academic Shattered by the death of his wife, Doyle Mere returns to San Francisco, his wife's hometown and the city he used to know and love. But when Doyle is robbed--twice in one day--he realizes that he has to adapt to an unfamiliar world consumed by flash floods, wildfires, drought, power failure and social collapse. After his initial setback, Doyle finds comfort with neighbors in a restored Victorian mansion. Together they befriend a wayward artist whose daughter carries a secret that will soon test everyone's courage and grit. But is their bond strong enough to overcome the impending crisis? When the chaos threatens to strike at the core of this new-found tribe, Doyle must call upon his twin sons to save them all. Exit from America is a coiled-up, character-driven novel set in a world on the brink of disaster. Balanced on the edge of suspense and psycho-drama, the novel portrays five disparate souls trying to escape the pending collapse before they are buried in its ruins. "The writing is extremely good ... an exquisitely crafted novel. Reminiscent of The Unbearable Lightness of Being." -- Aaron C. Brown, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer

A Day on the Water. A Moment of Panic. Lives Changed Forever. "Bailey has both characters and readers twisting on the spit of morality: What is good? What is bad? Bailey's vision is absolutely compelling." -- Marilyn Bowering, author of Green As Paul Wakefield paddles his kayak across Mouat Channel off Vancouver Island, he hears the engine of a yacht cutting through the fog toward him. In an instant, the cruiser swamps Paul and the young girl beside him, then disappears into the fog, never to be seen again. In a desperate attempt to save them both, Paul makes a fateful decision. Dumped into the winter ocean, the terrified girl thrashes in the ice-cold water, submerging Paul in her frenzy to survive. The Good Lie goes deep into the hearts and souls of characters who struggle to adapt to an utterly senseless incident. Faced with grieving parents demanding retribution, Paul and his wife find their relationship pressured by a series of events that threaten to consume them. "Bailey's masterstroke is in creating a situation for his protagonist that is so believable the reader cannot help but feel complicit in the guilt and anguish of it all." -- Quill & Quire

A child shot in a game of Mob. A world thrown into chaos. Can love redeem the survivors? Healing The Dead blends the dark tension of I AM WATCHING YOU with the brooding suspense of Gillian Flynn's SHARP OBJECTS. "You start reading Healing the Dead with a gasp and never get a proper chance to exhale." -- Globe and Mail When David Sykes captures the accidental shooting death of his best friend on film, his family is torn apart by guilt, isolation and a terrible inability to love. Who to blame? Who can save them? Children of ambitious parents, Jayne, Rose and David struggle to assert their individual identities in a world they believe is confused at best, brutally hypocritical at worst. Through the turbulent 1960s--as they move from Toronto to New York City--they struggle to keep their family intact. One by one, each must confront the emotional debris that threatens to break through their carefully constructed defenses. Ultimately, the hand of love is extended to David. But can he embrace it? Powerful and disturbing, Healing the Dead is an unforgettable story of the search for salvation in the rapidly changing morality of the 1960s.

I could've died a thousand times. People were out to get me, as they always are when you run the show.It's kind of silly that it's cancer that's going to get me, but now I know the end's not going to come from a sudden bullet to the skull one night, at least I have enough time to tell my story.It's a story that would have had me locked up long ago, if anyone knew I was at the top.It all started innocently enough, with a few smash-and-grabs and some card games, but then moved into armed robbery and then eventually drugs. And that's when things changed. When the money came rolling in. When we would do anything to hold onto power.This is my last confession. A way to atone for what I've done. Let it be a lesson to you.

For Mohammed Amitri, recently graduated as a Doctor of Physics, his return home from France in 1938 should be a time of limitless promise - wanting only an enduring love to make it complete. But when Mohammed and Shamsi are brought together, the future arrives, still-born, in a match of two hearts that can never unite. In 2009 no one answers the door of a flat in an apartment block in Fifth Avenue, off Ghandi Street, from this one event, Lily Monadjemi crafts a tale of love and darkness of the soul that alternates between crime thriller and the tragedy, the consequences of when 'The Scent of Love' is lost.

From USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Hartmann comes an all-new standalone crossover romance filled with heartache and dreams.Lexington Hall and I were never supposed to collide-he, the golden boy of Hollywood, and me, a small-town dreamer with stars in my eyes. But when we shared the stage in our high school musical, something ignited.Then, just as quickly, it all fell apart, leaving my dreams in pieces.Now, four years later, Lex is a household name, turning our past into a television sensation. He's spun our story for the world to see, while I'm still haunted by what we lost.With millions obsessed over the "real" Stevie St. James, Lex reappears with an offer too tempting to turn down: a fake romance to keep the buzz alive, in exchange for the financial freedom I desperately need.I convince myself I can play the part. But as old feelings resurface and new risks emerge, the line between fiction and reality begins to blur.Dreams are easy to chase-but falling for the guy who shattered mine could cost me everything.

A single terrible mistake cost David Hawkins everything. His marriage. His relationship with his daughter - and his career in the SAS. Now Hawkins is a man on the downward slope of life. Banished from the Regiment, relegated to a desk job at one of Britain's biggest private defence contractors, haunted by the memories of the past. But when a talented young engineer dies in mysterious circumstances, Hawkins is sent down to Plymouth to investigate. Working alongside the company's new cyber-security expert, Alex Millar, Hawkins must find out who murdered the engineer - and why. What begins as a straightforward case soon turns into a deadly manhunt, as Hawkins and Millar pursue their quarry from the streets of Liverpool to the Firth of Clyde, in a frantic race against time to expose a deadly conspiracy targeting the heart of the UK's defences. Win, and they'll prevent a terrifying attack. Fail, and Britain will be at the mercy of its deadliest enemy...

This edition includes a summary, author biography, and a comprehensive list of characters to enhance your reading experience.Discover the charm and wit of The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton, a timeless collection of twelve ingenious detective stories. Meet Father Brown, an unassuming Catholic priest with an extraordinary talent for solving mysteries. Armed with his deep understanding of human nature, keen intuition, and quiet wisdom, Father Brown unravels complex cases that baffle even the sharpest minds.From tales of theft and murder to bizarre conspiracies, this book introduces readers to Chesterton's masterful storytelling, vivid characters, and profound reflections on morality and justice. Father Brown's methods may seem unconventional, but his humble demeanor and sharp intellect make him one of literature's most unique detectives.Complete with a summary, an insightful biography of G.K. Chesterton, and a detailed list of characters, this edition is perfect for readers who enjoy classic mysteries filled with intelligence, humor, and heart.