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7th Heaven Review 
The Women´s Murder Club conducts an investigation into the most gruesome case yet, while also tracking down the popular son of a former California governor. A Cold Day in Paradise Review
Alex McKnight moved to the small, rural town of Paradise, MI to get away from the memories of the murder of his partner and his own near death, only to find there may be a copycat killer in Paradise. A Conflict of Interest Review 
When young defense attorney Alex Miller agrees to defend an old friend of his father's, Alex has no idea he is putting his job and his life on the line. A Grand Murder Review
Homicide detective Catherine O'Brien and her partner Louise have just 48 hours to solve a murder when the victim is a high-profile friend of their boss, the chief of police. A Grave Breach Review
While John Cann fights extradition laws for a client in Germany, Arthur Matsen and Katherine Price fight for the rights of a young woman in grave danger from an unscrupulous psychiatrist in this taut international thriller. A Plague of Secrets Review
Dismas Hardy is back in the courtroom defending a wealthy socialite related to a couple of high-profile San Francisco politicians. She has a deep secret she must keep and Dismas is legally bound to protect. A World I Never Made Review
An American travels to Paris to ID the body of his daughter. Although the body is not hers, he says it is and then searches France and beyond to find her before it is too late. Above Suspicion
Debut Anna Travis novel by Lynda La Plante blows the competition out of the water. Read this stunning thriller and become hooked on the charismatic new detective inspector. Air Time Review
Savvy TV news reporter Charlie McNally, on the hunt for the next big sweeps story, finds a doozy as she goes undercover to bring couture counterfeiters to justice. Alibi Review
Crack Boston defense attorney David Cavanaugh returns to the courtroom when the daughter of a Japanese businessman who controls a multibillion-dollar empire is killed and David's protege is accused of her murder. Among the Departed Review
A search for a missing boy in the mountains above Trafalgar, B.C. turns into a cold case murder investigation that hits too close to home for Constable Molly Smith. Bahama Burnout Review
Someone is trying to stop the music after the rebuilding of the legendary Highland Studio due to a devastating fire. Rock-and-roll writer Mick Sever is in the Bahamas for the grand reopening and soon finds his own life in danger. Bitter Legacy Review
Matt Royal's best friend was shot in the chest by a sniper and Matt is determined to bring the killer to justice! Blood Island Review
When Matt Royal begins a search for a missing teenager, he has no idea the dangers that lie ahead for he and his friends. Bloodprint Review
After the tragic death of her husband in Florida, Madeleine returns to the English city of Bath, becomes a psychotherapist, and gains a client that seems all too familiar, with terrifying results. Bodily Harm Review
David Sloane, who is known as the lawyer who does not lose, has second thoughts about a decision that went his way. When another man admits he committed the crime, then disappears, Sloane decides to investigate further at great personal risk to he and his family. Book of Nathan Review
When the manager of a New jersey homeless shelter heads to Orlando with a carload of quirky riders to try to save a mentally challenged shelter resident from a murder conviction, hilarity ensues. Canyons of the Soul Review 
Boston lawyer Charles Stone must stop a sadistic self proclaimed prophet who will do anything to protect the polygamist sect he has created in a remote, rugged area of southern Utah. Caused and Effect Review
Trooper Linda Baldwin seeks to bring sexual predators to justice. As she digs deeper into a recent case she witnessed she finds more than she bargained for, and soon finds herself confronting her own stalker. Claim of Innocence Review
Izzy McNeil is trying her first criminal case and seeks to prove her client innocent of an alleged crime of passion in the murder of the client's best friend. Clean Cut Review
DCI James Langton and DI Anna Travis are back in the most harrowing case of their careers. Will they survive with their lives and their love for one another intact? Collateral Damage Review
Matt Royal's quiet island paradise has turned deadly, and he is shocked at how far he has to go into his past in order to restore it to its natural calm. Completely Restored Review
When an Iowa family restores their dream home, they are suddenly transported back in time to 1909. They learn to appreciate a different era as they try to find their way back to the life they left behind. County Line Review
When Skin Kadash finds a body in Ruby Jane's apartment and she is no where to be found, the ex-cop is determined to find out what happened. He sets off on a road trip that very well could be his last. Cry Ohana Review
Cry Ohana is an exciting story of adventure and suspense played out with the beautiful Hawaiian Islands as a backdrop. Join the Pualoa family as they struggle for survival, forgiveness, and reconciliation after a horrific family tragedy. Damage Review
Ten years after his conviction for murder, Ro Curtlee is out on bail pending a retrial due to a technicality. Within twenty-four hours, the star witness for the prosecution is murdered. Coincidence? Dead Air Review
Brash and outspoken, diminutive communications major Sammy Greene rushes to investigate unexplained disappearances and deaths striking her ultraconservative New England College before she becomes the next victim. Dead Man of the Year Review
Ad man Brian Durston is headed for a partnership in his uncle's successful advertising agency until he finds his uncle dead of an apparent suicide. Brian thinks otherwise and sets out to prove it was murder before Brian's shares revert back to the surviving partners, and Brian is out of a job. Deadly Intent
DI Anna Travis knows who the deadly killer is; unfortunately, no one believes her and the body count continues to grow. Deed to Death Review
Just days before their wedding, Scott Chadwick plunges to his death in what authorities are calling a suicide. Fiance Toni Matthews believes otherwise and sets out to prove it. Devil Wind Review
Sammy Greene is again on the air, only this time in 1999 Los Angeles with Y2K looming, the Santa Ana winds sweeping wildfires across the LA basin, and a baffling number of murders that include the daughter of a friend. Don't Sweat the Small Stuff
Now officially licensed PI's, James and Skip are hired by a carnival owner to catch whoever caused a string of accidents and at least one death. But, can the guys stay alive long enough to finish the assignment? Drive Time Review
Investigative report Charlie McNally stumbles upon a scam that includes stakeouts, hidden cameras, and car chases. Unfortunately, secrets in the lives of her friends and coworkers threaten to derail the case, and her relationships. Face Time
Investigative TV reporter Charlie McNally soon finds her own life in danger when she attempts to prove an innocent woman is in prison, even as the woman continues to stand by her confession of guilt. Fatal Error Review
When a cyber stalker breaks the heart of a former collegue, Ali Reynolds must prove her friend is innocent of the stalker's murder. But first, Ali must find the missing woman. First of State Review
This first-rate prequel to the popular CJ Floyd mystery series brings fans up-to-date on how CJ got started in his career. Fortuna Review
When Stanford grad student Jason Lind joins a simulation role-playing website based on Renaissance Florence, he stumbles into an addictive online power game that soon spills over into real life with potentially deadly results. Frame-Up Review
When Michael Knight's best friend is murdered, Michael becomes involved in an international art fraud that could lead to his own demise. Frame-Up brings back the dynamic law duo first seen in Neon Dragon. Gideon's War Review
American peacekeeper Gideon Davis heads to Southeast Asia to bring in Tillman, his rogue brother, who has agreed to surrender. Instead, he ends up a prisoner on an oil rig overtaken by terrorists led by Tillman himself. Gold of Kings Review
The unexpected death of a family member and sudden appearance of a stranger, or two, bring excitement and danger into Storms´ structured and settled life. Hard Target Review
Gideon Davis must enlist the help of his brother Tillman to infiltrate an American terrorist group with plans to bring down the U.S.government. I Am Not a Cop Review
The famous TV detective Richard Belzer, aka John Munch, searches New York City for his missing friend as he also must keep his filming commitments and fight off the Russkies in this rolicking first novel. In Her Sights Review
When Jefferson County's lone female SWAT sniper saves the Governor's daughter, her picture is splashed across the front page of the newspaper with potentially deadly results. In the Moon of Red Ponies Review
Now living in Missoula, Montana, former Texas Ranger Billy Bob Holland hangs out his shingle as a lawyer and becomes involved in a bigger case than he ever expected. In Their Blood Review
Free wheeling college dropout Jeremy Stroeb returns from his trek across Europe when his parents are found murdered in their home. In his quest to find the truth, Jeremy finds he and his sister are now on the killers hit list. It's Murder, My Son Review
On the worst day of his life, homicide detective Mac Faraday suddenly finds a new beginning, and several bodies, behind a Maryland gated community. Justice in June Review
Miami criminal defense lawyer Mary Magruder Katz finds herself caught up in three different cases in this worthy follow-up to Fatal February. Kind of Blue Review
Following the murder of a legendary ex-cop, tenacious top cop Ash Levine is asked to return to the force. He reluctantly agrees as the move allows him a chance to solve an unresolved murder from the year before. Kings Rapids Review
Stockcar driver Kurt Maxxon's plans to focus on the weekend race are disrupted when he finds the body of a well-known local race car driver. When the driver's ex-girlfriend is arrested, Kurt's asked to help find the real killer. Last Passage to Santiago Review
Stephanie and Ben learn to expect the unexpected during their week in Buenos Aires and their two-week luxury cruise around South America. Read the unexpected results of their intriging, passion-filled vacation. Law of Attraction Review
Strong, smart new prosecutor Anna Curtis is stunned when her star witness in a domestic abuse case lies on the witness stand so that her abuser can go free. When the witness's battered body is found on a trash heap, Anna is determined to bring the killer to justice. Let the Shadows Fall Behind You Review
A young woman faced loss and disappointment throughout her childhood. Now when her lover disappears, surprising revelations surface about her past in this riveting debut thriller. Little Lamb Lost
Little Lamb Lost is a riveting look at the tragic loss of a little boy´s life, and how love and truth can turn a tragedy into hope for the future. Lords of Corruption Review
Kyle Mills has written a thought-provoking thriller about murder and corruption in the heart of Africa that will keep you reading until the stunning end. Loser´s Town Review
When LA detective David Spandau hires on to protect up-and-coming film star Bobby Dye, little does he know what a deadly turn this case will take. Mercy Kill Review
When someone murders the man who saved Mercy's life during combat, she vows to find the killer in this fast-paced, powerful thriller - the exciting follow-up to No Mercy. Midnight Alley Review
LAPD detective Ash Levine must solve the case of two young black men who were found dead in an alley. Misery Bay Review
While Alex McKnight enjoys his beer in a warm bar on a cold night, he has no idea the next person who walks through the door will change his life forever. Murder in the Hamptons
Rapper Donovan Smart, aka TuSmArt, had hit the bigtime professionally and financially. Now, all he wanted was acceptance into the elite Black enclave of Coco Beach in the Hamptons. When a body was found floating near his yacht party, he knew his chance for acceptance had also died. Murder One Review
A year after the murder of his wife, David Sloane reconnects with an old adversory with shocking results. Neon Dragon Review
Rising-star defense attorney Michael Knight lands a high-profile and sensitive case that takes him into the depths of gangland Chinatown. In the meantime, he seeks the truth about the jury tampering accusation that sidelined his friend and mentor ten years ago. No Mercy Review
When Mercy returns to her father's South Dakota ranch while on medical leave from the Army, she finds an area in crisis. Soon after a Native American boy is found dead on the ranch, her own nephew is killed, and Mercy is showing no mercy as she hunts down those responsible. No Rest for the Dead Review
After the trial, conviction, and execution of Rosemary Thomas for the murder of her husband, the detective who cracked the case has second thoughts. Old Loves Die Hard Review
Ex-cop Mac Faraday is enjoying his new life at Spencer Manor when his ex-wife suddenly shows up wanting him back. When she and her former lover are found murdered the next day, Mac somehow finds himself at the top of the suspect list. Oscar Wilde and the Dead Man's Smile Review
While touring the United States, the famous playwright meets the head of the La Grange acting dynasty, who asks him to join them in France. When they arrive, tragedy strikes the family and Wilde searches for the truth behind the seemingly random acts of violence. Paper Butterfly
Intriguing Mei Wang mystery of a contemporary female private detective whose modern lifestyle clashes with deep family and Communist traditions in present day Beijing. Phantom Evil Review
Paranormal investigator Adam Harrison sends six new team members to NOLA to investigate the sudden death of the wife of a popular state Senator. Prime Time
Television reporter Charlie McNally unexpectedly becomes involved in a murder investigation that could save her job, if she doesn't first lose her life. Red Dahlia Review
DI Anna Travis is back with a brutal case, while finding herself running out of time before another young woman becomes the next victim. Redemption Review
This Laurel Dewey novel finds Jane Perry working as a private investigator in Denver and facing the road trip of her life. Roadside Crosses
When white crosses appear by the side of area roads listing the date of death in the near future, body-language expert Kathryn Dance must find the killer before he strikes again. S is for Silence
Kinsey Millhone heads out of town seeking to solve a 34-year-old cold case, and hoping to provide closure for a troubled woman. Second Sight Review
Blind psychic Sherry Moore's world is turned upside down when she unexpectedly gains the ability to see. When given the choice of retaining her sight or regaining her psychic abilities, which will she choose? Shadow Cay Review
As two powerhouse organizations prepare to join forces, vigilante Madeleine Nesbitt vows to stop the man-with-no-conscience before he can destroy more lives in this action-packed Bahamas-based suspense novel. She Can Run Review
Beth and her children are on the run from an abusive husband, but it seems he is not the only one she should fear! Silent Scream Review
When a hot, young British film star is murdered in her home, Anna Travis and the rest of the team must sort through a myriad of famous lovers, jealous ex-roommates, and a corrupt agent to find the truth behind the brutal slaying. South Beach Shakedown Review
Legendary singer-songwriter Gideon Pike comes up missing just as he is ready to rake in a multimillion dollar profit earned during his 30-year career. Music columnist Mick Sever searches for his long-time friend with a growing dread he will not find Gideon alive. St. Bart's Breakdown Review
Entertainment journalist Mick Sever heads to St. Bart's for an interview with highly successful and elusive music producer Danny Murtz. Instead of a peaceful island visit, Sever soon finds his life in danger. Starvation Lake Review
Ten years ago the towns legendary hockey coach disappeared. Recent evidence indicates he may have been murdered. An investigative reporter, and team goalie, searches for the truth. Stuff To Spy For
Hapless best friends James Lessor and Skip Moore decide to become amateur private eyes when presented with an offer they cannot refuse, but probably should have, in this LOL third outing. T is for Trespass Review
Award winning author Sue Grafton´s latest mystery landed on the bestseller list. Read a quick blurb, plus personal information about PI Kinsey Millhone.
The 6th Target Review
The Women´s Murder Club go through their toughest time ever as one member fights for her life and the other three work to get a serial killer off the streets. The Ark Review
Archeologist Dilara Kenner and combat engineeer Tyler Locke race to find the secret behind Noah's Ark, and her father's disappearance, before its secret is used once again to totally destroy the earth. The Colorado Kid Review
When an unidentified body is found on an island off the coast of Maine, an unlikely trio dig into the mystery. Master storyteller Stephen King pens a provocative and gripping tale. The Daemon in our Dreams
Three strangers in three different parts of the world each has three nightmares. The three then embark on the same trip to India with unforgettable results. The Disappeared Review
Coroner Jenny Cooper must seek final resolution to the seven-year-old disappearance of two young Muslim college students. Unfortunately, numerous entitities are fighting against her including the authorities who requested the inquest. The Fallen Review
Twenty world leaders are meeting for the G8 summit in beautiful Colorado Springs. When a rogue terrorist group threatens to destroy the leaders if their demands are not met, there is only one man that can stop the slaughter. The Genesis Secret Review
An exciting discovery on an archeological dig in Kurdistan and a series of murders in London are unexpectedly related in this first-class thriller. The Girl Who Disappeared Twice Review
When a young girl is kidnapped in plain daylight, a newly formed renegade team of highly trained specialists and their brilliant, intuitive leader do whatever they have to in order to bring the young girl home. The Hope Vendetta Review
Ben Hope returns when he is called to locate a missing woman and ends up fighting a terrorist group with strong political ties to the highest echelon of the United States government. The Last Ember
Exciting debut thriller addressing the destruction of historical artifacts going back to early Jerusalem and the fight to protect those that still exist. The Paris Vendetta Review
Former Justice Department operative Cotton Malone is back in action as he strives to thwart assassins, protect Paris landmarks, and find the lost Napoleonic treasure in order to avert an international financial collapse. The Second Savior Review
LAPD homicide detectives Dover and Falcon are hot on the trail of a drug kingpin. Suddenly, a drive-by by a rival gang changes the landscape for a number of players. Find out who, and why. The Sleeping Doll Review
This psychological thriller follows kinesics expert and superb interrogator Katherine Dance as she enters into a dangerous mental contest with a master manipulator dubbed by the media as the Son of Manson. The Spellman Files Review
When Izzy Spellman wants to leave the family PI business, her parents will not let her go until she solves a fifteen-year-old case. Suddenly, a disappearance much closer to home causes Izzy to focus on the most important case of her career. The Starlet Review
When Mercy Talbot takes a header off a public fountain in Florence, Italy, Juliette's well-deserved vacation comes to an end when she whisks the troubled starlet to a quiet family farm. It appears that the rest of the world is not yet ready to let Mercy go as she soon finds her life in danger. The Test Review
Intriguing family saga about six siblings who must pass an ambiguous test before they can receive their inheritance. The Third Rail Review
Someone has the city of Chicago under siege and private investigator Michael Kelly finds himself in the middle of the action. When his girlfriend disappears, Michael amps up his search as the killings continue to take their toll. The Worst Kind of Lies Review
A behind-the-scenes look at the life insurance industry when corporate greed becomes more important the needs of the client, and one man decides to fight back. Threshold Review
When twenty-five-year-old Honey McGuinness decided to bury herself in Skid Row in order to start a new life, she never realized how far she would go to avenge the death of a friend. Too Much Stuff Review
James Lessor and Skip Moore are now officially in the PI business with their More or Less Investigations. But, will they stay alive long enough to wrap up their current case? Toxin Review
Jake Telemark is a junior senator from Wisconsin who finds himself drawn into a chilling plot that threatens to bring to the surface his deeply hidden past. Trial By Fire Review
Media relations specialist Ali Reynolds joins a hospital advocate for unidentified patients to find out who wants their burn unit patient dead in this intriguing suspense. Twisted Justice Review
A tragic tale of love, betrayal, and murder and how bad choices can destroy a family. Unraveling Ada Review
PI Rachel Lyons finds a body while walking in the woods. Later that week, she is invited to a quilting bee that changes her life as it sends her down the road toward hell. Up Jumped the Devil Review
When Baltimore Herald's police beat reporter Darryl Billups uncovers a domestic terrorist plot, he must decide which is more important - the headline grabbing story or his life. Vintage Connor Review
Classic cars and an old flame pull a former cop into a murder investigation that could be his last. Watchlist Review
Best-selling author Jeffrey Deaver brought together 22 authors to create two serial thrillers in one book where each author writes one chapter. The result is an action-packed dynamic blend that will thrill mystery lovers everywhere. Web of Deceit Review
Peter Brock thought he had the perfect plan to set himself up for the rest of his life. Little did he know he would get caught in the web of his own deceit. Wife of the Gods Review
A popular young woman´s body was found in a grove in the Volta Region of Ghana. Detective Inspector Darko Dawson was assigned the case culminating in unexpected and far-reaching results. Wild Penance Review
After seeing a man nailed to a cross sail over the railing into the Rio Grand Gorge below, Bureau of Land Management agent Jamaica Wild decides to delve deeper into the mysterious Los Penitentes secret religious group, and places her own life in danger. Winter in Madrid Review
Sweeping historical and political thriller set in 1940s Spain shortly after the end of the Spanish Civil War - a devastating war that left Madrid in ruins and her people shaken. Wrongful Death Review
Attorney David Sloane takes on the biggest case of his career when he sues the U.S. Government and the military for the wrongful death of a soldier in Iraq. Wyatt's Revenge Review
Wyatt is dead and Matt Royal is out for revenge in this superb Florida-based mystery. Mystery Books Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Mystery Books Site Map
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