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Lady Alexis knows only the pampered life of an elite debutant. That soon changes when she is forced to run away from her posh existence. Accidentally boarding the wrong ship, she is stranded in the French smuggling port of Gravelines. Unable to go back, she naively stows away in the wagons of a merchant bound for Paris. But England is at war with France, Napoleon rages on the continent, and Alexis finds herself facing even deadlier peril. Aran Forsythe is an English spy, playing the decadent rake in Paris. When he finds the beautiful Alexis in his cargo, he reluctantly becomes her protector. But the notorious spymaster Joseph Fouche has him under surveillance, and his pretense in Paris has begun to crumble. To avoid Fouche's clutches, Alexis must play the part of Aran's mistress and play it well. Inevitably the lines between reality and the role of lovers begin to blur, and their passion for each other ignites. When the maniacal General de Sole decides he must have Alexis, and nothing, even murder, will stand in his way, the game becomes doubly dangerous. Alexis's coming of age is a journey that takes her from innocent girl to heroic woman, in a battle to save herself and the man she loves...The Spy.

When Victorian shipping tycoon Jem Brigg is killed in a robbery, his family and the business world are shocked to discover the actual owner of the company is a woman, and a young one at that. Eleanora Pembroke's first action as owner is to hire the handsome and capable Eliot Sparks as the face of the company.  Her status as the premier heiress of London, motivates a host of suitors interested only in her shipping company. But Eleanora has already had her heart broken once by a sweet-talking fortune hunter. To end the constant barrage of suitors, Eleanora proposes a fake engagement with her debonair new manager, Eliot Sparks. But Eliot has other ideas. Eleanora is the woman of his dreams, and he won't be giving her up easily. When the two of them uncover embezzlement and murder in the company, they work together to find the culprit. Their investigation takes them through danger and detection---but not all their discoveries have to do with murder--- some of them reveal the mysteries of the heart.

Whisked off to the wilds of Yorkshire in an arranged marriage, Lady Madelyn strives to make her dreams of love come true. She soon learns her husband, the Lord of Montrose, scarred during his stint in the King's service, suffers even deeper wounds from the suicide of his first wife a decade ago. Isolated in an ancient manor on the moors, in a land rife with myths and legends, Madelyn discovers a curse that has hovered over the house for centuries; a curse that threatens all brides who dare to love a Lord of Montrose.  Julian, Lord of Montrose, is a man as impregnable as the walls of his ancient manor. A stoic warrior whose goal is to secure an heir for his beloved estate, he vigilantly guards his heart. But the lure of his new wife is impossible to resist. Despite his efforts, their partnership evolves into a searing passion neither can withstand. Just as Madelyn sees her dreams becoming reality, she falls victim to a series of accidents. All around her are characters who would benefit from her demise, in a house plagued with secrets from the past. She wants the future. Can Madelyn break the bloody curse before it claims her as its next victim? Will true love conquer all? Or will she too follow her unfortunate predecessor and become the next chapter in the legend of the Montrose brides.

Ryan Kaine is On the Brink... When the Government wants you dead, you can run or you can hide. But for Kaine, it's time for the third option. This has gone far enough. Too much has happened, there's too much to lose.  He swore a loyalty to those bereaved by the loss of flight BE1555, he's not about to let them down, even if that means starting his own war. It's time to face the enemy. Ryan Kaine faces his toughest test yet in the heart-stopping thriller On The Brink. --------------------------------------------------------------The Ryan Kaine series has attracted more than FIVE THOUSAND five-star reviews. **** "Better than Jack Reacher"***** "A modern Bond without the class and pomp"***** "Brilliant story lines, you just have to keep on turning the pages"***** "Brilliant read which steams along at a cracking pace, with relentless action.

Heathers meets The Stepford Wives in this creepy and frighteningly funny dark thriller about a woman who will do anything to find her missing sister. Even pretend to be one of them.After her twin sister, Chiara, goes missing at a mom-fluencer weekend, Adrienne Shaw will find her no matter what it takes. They may have been on the outs, but no one comes for her sister and gets away with it.It's been a year, the authorities have no answers, and her brother-in-law is useless in the matter. It's time for Adrienne to take the case into her own hands. Following in Chiara's last footsteps, Adrienne goes undercover, infiltrating the same influencer retreat as the last thing she wants to be: an Instamommy.The remote ranch in Northern California is certainly welcoming--in a cult-adjacent kind of way. A charismatic leader, communal crafts, fixed smiles--and a lot of dead eyes.Going on gut instinct and chasing a wild theory--that Chiara came here and never left--Adrienne is determined to uncover the truth before the too-perfect-to-believe women figure out who Adrienne really is: a threat to be eliminated.

Secrets long held are sometimes secrets best kept, right? When the sweet but reclusive clockmaker in town reaches out to Harvey to ask for her advice about a situation, the bookstore owner finds herself wrapped in a web of tales that leaves her unclear about what's true and what's not.  As Harvey and her friends begin to unravel the truth from the legend, they discover a whole lot more than they bargained for, including a body.  Can they discover who is the villain and who the hero before they become lost to the story themselves?

THE absolutely unputdownable and JAW-DROPPINGLY TWISTY multi-million-copy bestseller, from TikTok sensation and instant New York Times bestseller, Jeneva Rose. Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden.

A father's desperate quest to save his daughter from an ancient evil. An archeological team searching for an ancient relic in the Argentinian jungle vanishes without a trace. Desperate for help, a colleague turns to Dr. Nick Randall and his daughter Samantha to find the missing team and the relic. As Randall and Sam journey through the jungle, they find themselves in a nightmare of unimaginable terror. The chilling legends surrounding the relic may be as deadly as they are true, and Sam may soon become its latest victim. To save his daughter, Randall must decipher clues scattered throughout ancient records and catacombs of Europe's great cathedrals, culminating in a daring Vatican break-in. Join the adventure and discover why fans are calling The Devil's Heart 'A rollicking adventure spanning continents and history.'__________________________________________________Praise for the Nick Randall series:5.0 out of 5 Stars Excellent jungle action-adventure that grips you from the first page. 5.0 out of 5 Stars A real thriller5.0 out of 5 Stars Indiana Jones With Several Twists5.0 out of 5 Stars Fantastic Story5.0 out of 5 Stars This is such an exciting book!

When the charming and charismatic Orla sweeps into their lives, inviting her to house-share seems like the answer to all their problems: she needs a home, they could do with the money. But once Orla moves in, Jules starts to feel uncomfortable.

His greatest challenge. His final fight. Everything Adrian Hell knew was a lie. Now, he must discover the truth before it's too late. In the aftermath of Critical Strike, Adrian's world was shattered when he came face-to-face with someone he had long thought dead. The revelation destroyed all sense of his identity. Turning his back on his friends, his loved ones, and even himself, he alone must confront a disturbing truth that will change his life forever. The stunning conclusion to the award winning Adrian Hell series. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Private Military, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

Desperate times call for desperate measures. When a threat to the new era of global peace looms on the horizon, the government needs all the help it can get. Adrian Hell is no one's last resort. He's their only option. Still reeling from the events in Tokyo that almost killed him, Adrian receives a call that will change his life forever. He is summoned to Washington D.C. by an old friend who needs his help. Torn between his desire for a peaceful life and his unwavering urge to do what's right, he knows his toughest choice is really no choice at all. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Military, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

You can't outrun your past unless you bury it for good. A twist of fate puts Adrian Hell in the crosshairs of the Yakuza. Pushed beyond his limits, he will unleash a side of himself no one has seen before. Two years on from the heart-breaking events in Thicker Than Blood, Adrian has semi-retired in Tokyo. He takes low-level contracts to keep boredom at bay. He's found an unlikely love and an uneasy peace. But a ghost from his past is lurking in the shadows, looking to destroy everything he's worked for. Vengeance makes a powerful enemy. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Mystery, Organized Crime, Revenge, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

Water runs deep. Blood runs deeper. Faced with a target he cannot kill, Adrian Hell must fight for his life against the people who once saved it. They made it personal. Now he will make them pay. Reunited with allies under the most difficult of circumstances, Adrian is hunted by the full might of a shadowy organization determined to change the world as we know it. His past holds the key to stopping them, but will he survive long enough to fire the most important bullet of his life?_____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

No choice. No way out. Believed to be dead, Adrian Hell now fights for a new cause, knowing he can never go back to his old life. But death might have been the better option. As the world recovers from the shocking events in A Necessary Kill, Adrian is living a new life, killing without prejudice to repay the debt he owes the people who saved him. But he can't change who he is. When he begins to question the motives of his saviors, he puts himself in a dangerous situation that could cost him everything. An intensely gripping thriller that fans of John Milton and Jason Bourne will love. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

_____________________________________________________________The #1 international bestselling thriller from James P. Sumner. _____________________________________________________________An impossible target. A necessary kill. Adrian Hell has nothing to lose... and a cause worth dying for. The explosive events in Deadly Intent changed the world forever. Now, Adrian is separated from his allies and on the run, hunted by the U.S. government, who believe he was responsible for a devastating terrorist attack. But only he knows the truth. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

He found peace. He found happiness. Now he must find the truth. An unseen enemy is pushing the world to the brink of war. The greatest threat we have ever known just landed on the wrong doorstep. For two years, Adrian Hell has enjoyed his retirement. But one night, three strangers walk into his life and set in motion a chain of events that will shatter the life he fought so hard to build. Faces from his past and doubts about his future compel Adrian to pick up his weapons once more. To do what he does best. But when he finds himself in the middle of a large-scale conspiracy that threatens everyone's freedom, he realizes his will to do the right thing might not be enough...An intense, gripping, intelligent storyline, filled with compelling characters and unforgettable action. Perfect for fans of Dan Brown and Lee Child. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

A lethal assassin seeks peace, but first, he must confront the ghosts of his past and the man who shattered his world. Adrian Hell, a hitman haunted by tragedy, believes his time in the underworld is coming to an end. But before he can find solace, he must embark on a bloody crusade against Wilson Trent-a powerful crime boss responsible for the deaths of Adrian's wife and daughter. With his loyal friend, Josh Winters, by his side, Adrian tears through the criminal underworld, dismantling Trent's empire piece by piece. But as his quest for vengeance takes him to darker places, Josh begins to question whether Adrian truly seeks closure or if he's lost himself to the abyss of his own pain. In this gritty tale paying homage to Kill Bill and John Wick, international bestseller James P. Sumner explores the depths of one man's anguish and the lengths he'll go to for justice. Can Adrian find peace after exacting revenge, or will his pursuit of retribution consume him, leaving only ashes in its wake?_____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Organized Crime, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - Hell -- ohhh! Non-stop action infused with sarcastic humor and a gloriously unrepentant hero-killer made this a terrific read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Oh, this book was SO MUCH FUN!!5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

Two deadly killers are on a collision course, and San Francisco is their battleground. The city is under siege, held hostage by a dangerous psychopath with only one demand:Bring me Adrian Hell. It's been a year since the explosive events in Nevada. Adrian has kept a low profile, continuing to build his reputation and earn good money killing bad people. But a simple contract in San Francisco is about to turn his world upside down...His unseen adversary is like no one he's encountered before. Surrounded by dangerous enemies and unlikely allies, he must risk everything to prevent a terrorist attack that will bring the country to its knees. This hi-octane thriller is filled with blockbuster action and sharp dialogue, with a complex hero at its core. This is a must-read for fans of Jason Bourne and John Wick. Welcome to the ride of your life. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Organized Crime, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - Hell -- ohhh! Non-stop action infused with sarcastic humor and a gloriously unrepentant hero-killer made this a terrific read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Oh, this book was SO MUCH FUN!!5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever re ad. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

In a world on the brink of a new Cold War, a legendary assassin becomes the hunted. Adrian Hell, a master of his craft, accepts a contract to eliminate a corrupt businessman. But as he delves deeper into his target's life, he realizes that the truth is more sinister than he ever imagined. With each revelation, he finds himself drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse, where the lines between predator and prey blur. Caught in the crosshairs of two powerful enemies, Adrian must rely on his lethal skills to survive. In a world where the only choices are kill or be killed, can Adrian Hell outmaneuver his enemies and emerge victorious, or will he become another casualty in a war he never asked to fight?A gripping thriller delivering a pulse-pounding journey that fans of Jason Bourne and John Wick will devour. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Organized Crime, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - Hell -- ohhh! Non-stop action infused with sarcastic humor and a gloriously unrepentant hero-killer made this a terrific read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Oh, this book was SO MUCH FUN!!5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever re ad. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

A young black boy serving life in prison... A city on fire... One man stands between a life behind bars and total exoneration... Christian Davis, a former big-firm lawyer turned social justice warrior, has just been assigned the case of his life by the State of California. Jamel Jackson, a 16-year-old black boy, has just been convicted for the brutal rape of a prominent movie star. Christian digs into the case with gusto, as he examines the trial court transcript for any hint that the trial court might have erred in Jamel's case. As he gets into the investigation of the case, he's shocked at what he has found. Corruption at the highest level is staring him in the face. The problem is, the person who Christian suspects was actually behind the rape is somebody who is powerful and connected. And this person will stop at anything to make sure that young Jamel stays in prison for the crime. Christian soon finds himself not only fighting the system, but also trying to stay one step ahead of the man who Christian knows was the one who raped the actress. Because Christian knows that Jamel will not remain in prison for this rich bastard's crime. And he will risk all, even his life, to make that doesn't happen. With the lightning pace and twists and turns you've come to expect from a Rachel Sinclair thriller, Wrongful Conviction is a book that you will not want to miss!!!!

An unstable beautiful woman is accused of murdering her wealthy husband. She claims she didn't do it. She is not to be trusted. Aidan Collins has his very first large case when his client, Marina Vasiliev, a drop-dead gorgeous mental patient, is accused of killing her wealthy husband. Marina insists that she didn't do it, but Aidan can't trust her. He knows Marina well, too well. After all, he met Marina in the mental hospital - he originally obtained her as a client when she was involuntarily committed, and he assisted her with getting out. Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, Marina's view of reality shifts from day to day. Moment to moment. Wracked with paranoia, suicidal behavior and mental instability, Marina also admits that she has losses of time - entire days where she has no idea what happened. Marina has no memory of what happened the night that her husband died. Aidan can never be sure if Marina is guilty or not. He makes the decision that the best way to defend her would be to try for the insanity defense. His client is not on board with this decision, and, to make things worse, she begins to imagine him as her lover, which turns his professional relationship with her upside down. It also puts Aidan into danger, both professionally and personally. However, once Aidan gets more into the case, he begins to doubt that his decision to try for the insanity defense was a sound one. Clues lead away from Marina's involvement in her husband's murder. Before long, Aidan feels that his reality is shifting as much as his client. One day, he's convinced that she's guilty. The next, he's convinced that somebody else did it. Aidan can never be sure that he's doing the right thing in using the insanity defense. An 11th hour witness throws his entire trial strategy into disarray. With the lightning pace, twists and turns that you've come to expect from a Rachel Sinclair novel, By Reason of Insanity is a legal thriller that is not to be missed.

Vengeance Served ColdFramed. Imprisoned. Now free and out for blood. Avery Collins spent seven years behind bars for a murder she didn't commit. Now she's hell-bent on exposing the truth and making her enemies pay. With her best friend and relentless PI Regina Baldwin at her side, Avery peels back layers of corruption reaching to the highest levels of power. As they dig deeper, a sinister web of greed, deceit, and murder unravels - revealing the shocking truth behind Becky Whitfield's death. Armed with damning evidence, Avery transforms from victim to vigilante. One by one, she hunts down those who stole her freedom, serving ice-cold revenge to the powerful elite who thought themselves untouchable. In this pulse-pounding legal thriller by Rachel Sinclair, an innocent pawn becomes a ruthless predator. "Justice Delayed," the explosive second installment in the Southern California Legal Thrillers series, is a high-stakes game of cat and mouse that will leave you breathless until the final page. The hunt is on. And Avery never misses her prey. ________________________________________________________________Praise for the Southern California Legal Thriller Series: ? ? ? ? ? I loved this book very much? ? ? ? ? This has all the suspense and thrills that I enjoy. ? ? ? ? ? Strong women and great lawyers clash with the truth. ? ? ? ? ? Recommend it if you like legal thrillers? ? ? ? ? This is the 2nd in this series and I am hoping for more!!? ? ? ? ? First rate courtroom thriller with all the background? ? ? ? ? This book satisfies all who have ever felt wronged.