Exciting Crime

A fierce sandstorm hits southern Algeria and uncovers a lost ruin, its location unknown to modern man...until now. A team led by slacker archaeologist, Harrison "Hank" Boyd, is called in to investigate the find. In way over his head, Hank must lead his team through countless dangers and survive brutal encounters with enemies both human and inhuman alike. And if that's not bad enough, a shadowy group with a thirst for violence and a blind ambition is hot on their heels and will stop at nothing to obtain what has been found. Hank and company should have heeded the warning left by the ancient ...

Chief medical examiner Kay Scarpetta is the reluctant star witness in a sensational murder trial when she receives shocking news. The judge’s sister has been found dead. At first glance, it appears to be a home invasion, but then why was nothing stolen, and why is the garden strewn with dead plants and insects? Although there is no apparent cause of death, Scarpetta recognizes telltale signs of the unthinkable, and she knows the worst is yet to come. The forensic pathologist finds herself pitted against a powerful force that returns her to the past.

There’s a voodoo woman in New Orleans who knows your darkest secrets French Quarter paranormal investigator Wyatt Thomas learns he’s permanently linked to the spirit of a man with whom he’d fought a duel during another lifetime. The only person who can free Wyatt from his curse is long-dead voodoo queen Marie Laveaux. To seek her help, he must travel back to Antebellum New Orleans, succeed in his endeavor, or be trapped in the past forever. When Wyatt meets his former lover at the Mulatto Ball, he doesn’t know if he wants to return. While Wyatt is time traveling, detective Tony ...

When the dead body of a woman is found on public display, the murder scene bears all the hallmarks of a famous work of art. DI Ian Drake knows he is dealing with a very creative and intelligent killer - one who enjoys having their work showcased for all to see. As more murders take place, each copying a famous work of art, Drake faces a murderer who always seems to be one step ahead.

Welsh Inspector Ian Drake is back on duty, but struggles as he comes to terms with his father’s death. When a fisherman is found impaled on the sand in a small island community, Drake comes up against a wall of silence. When a young girl is killed, Drake is stumped by the motive for her death. But with lots of money at stake with the development of a nearby nuclear power station, Drake believes there are powerful forces at work.

Hank Boyd is emotionally spent, unsure of what to do next. Does he call it quits and hang up his shovel, or does he push forward and endure? The decision is unfortunately made easier when he and his team are systematically attacked. Everyone is under fire and fighting for their lives as they try desperately to escape and regroup. The enemy is merciless and unconcerned with who gets in their way. Through information acquired from a past foe, they discover that not only was the fabled Tower of Babel real, but its ruins house an evil so powerful that not even Hank, still imbued with the might ...

When would he learn that trying to do everything by himself could be deadly,,, and make her a widow before they were married? Alaskan Arlie Bigger didn’t regret asking Charlene to be his wife the first week they met but now that he had a family, he needed to curb his impetuous urges. Entering dangerous situations as an undercover detective just got more complicated.

On the heels of their amazing discovery under the Sahara, Hank Boyd and his team find themselves in another precarious situation. This time they must stop Zero, the shadowy organization that violently hunted them in Algeria, from releasing an ancient and deadly weapon. The target? All of humanity. Starting with Washington D.C. From the Yucatan to the streets of D.C., Hank and company must try to find a way to prevent the potential catastrophe. Time is running out as an enemy from mankind’s past, aided by someone from Kane’s, tries to continue the work set into motion millennia ago. Will...

Josephine was a Wren who drew maps for D-Day, while Penny was an officer in the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry. In their late 90s, they're in huge demand - rolled out at every memorial service and WW2 anniversary, and popping up on red sofas and at literary festivals all over the country. Journalists and producers love them, as does the Great British Public. Despite their age, they're still in great nick - sprightly and sparky, and always up for whatever the next excitement might be. And now they're off to Paris to receive the Légion D'Honneur for their part in liberating France.

A victim with no voice...A killer with no fear... A race against time. When the body of a homeless man is found at the foot of a church steeple in the middle of the harshest winters Cardiff has seen for years Inspector Marco’s superior wants the inquiry finished quickly. Even if it means the killer evades justice. But Marco isn’t happy and he knows from bitter personal experience how tough life can be. A second killing of a rough sleeper only galvanises Marco and his team to hunt down the killer.

This book contains four mystery thrillers. What Lurks Behind The Keyholes- A small group of young adults spend the night at a mysterious castle. After discovering a secret passageway and hearing strange noises, they begin to realize that the building has quite a history. Where The Wind Never Goes- Strange, baffling disappearances begin to happen at a park. Feeling empathy for the victim's families, a sleuthing couple decides to investigate for themselves, hoping to generate some answers. Sleepless Awakening- After a traumatic event, a man begins to have trouble determining the difference ...

After ignoring a mysterious black SUV that seems to be following them, Cole and Amanda get ready for a friendly gathering at the hotel ballroom. When Amanda steps away and doesn't come back, Cole goes to look for her, only to find a group of gunmen surrounding the area. It is unclear who they are and what they want exactly. Now it's up to Cole to help Amanda and the rest of the crowd to escape. But with the hotel phone line disabled and his cell phone damaged from a fall he takes, there is no way of contacting anyone outside the building for help. Cole will have to use stealth, courage, and...

A tropical wind breathes, carrying whispers of things past... Years have passed since Reece Cannon buried her husband, yet his cruel fate clings to her like a shadow, as she sets out on a personal path to end the criminal legacy of her bloodline. The storm reveals hidden truths. As a hurricane approaches, a deadly scramble for power ensnares Reece. Secrets churn like the tempestuous sea, echoing her inner chaos. Can she find justice amidst her family's crimes? Reece delves into a maze of deceit tied to Mayan gold and her family's criminal empire. In this world, betrayal is currency. No act ...

“Leonard becomes the center of focus after witnessing the murder of the County Commissioner, William Wood, by the mob. But things change when a young and beautiful reporter gets involved in the investigation. Aside from her beauty, Leonard is thrilled by Lexi Osborne’s intelligence. Can there ever be any hope of him winning her, given that they come from two different worlds? This tale of murder, intrigue, and love features memorable characters. It’s interesting to follow the investigation and see how Leonard evolves throughout the story. He is a sophisticated character and the ...

An Ice Pick Murderer Is Terrorizing San Francisco San Francisco is held captive by a killer who leaves no trace, no clues, no DNA, just a single fatal puncture wound. The police are completely baffled. As Cole Sage tries to write the story he sees the frustration of his friend Lieutenant Leonard Chin, and the demands put on the police. Adding to the madness in Cole’s life, everything is turned on its head when a teenage girl appears claiming to be his niece! When the murders hit close to home, Cole has no choice but to get involved. But at what cost? Like no case before, this one goes ...

When 89-year-old Emyr Isaac is found dead in his home, Drake and his team initially suspect a burglary gone wrong. Isaac was old, and his death was a tragedy, but it’s not a murder case...is it? But as the investigation develops, Drake uncovers more suspicious deaths, but with one connection: Each victim received care from the same healthcare professional. Drake must do all he can to ensure no more lives are lost...even if it means putting members of his own team in harm’s way.

If you've been captivated by the works of David Baldacci, Dean Koontz, Kendra Elliot, Jeffery Deaver, and Jim Butcher, then prepare to be spellbound by this dark and enthralling novel Original Sin. A chilling and sinister killer emerges from the depths of San Francisco's past, shaking the city to its core. The notorious serial killer known as Astaroth, dormant for three long decades, has resurfaced, leaving a trail of death and terror in his wake. As the body count continues to rise, panic grips the city, and Detective Alec Wolfe is faced with a relentless adversary that tests his every ...

When a well-connected and wealthy banker is found dead in his luxury car in the middle of Cardiff, the motive for the crime seems clear. The killer even left a note telling the world the man deserved to die, simply for his greed. But despite the obvious clues, seasoned detective John Marco has his doubts that this was just a disgruntled employee. Marco also has a gut feeling that the family of the victim is hiding something.

Things change quickly in the world of espionage and clandestine operations. Jude Lyon of MI6 remembers the captured terrorist bomb-maker. He watched him being flown off to Syria, back when Syria was 'friendly'. No one expected him to survive interrogation there. Yet the man is alive, and someone has broken him out of jail.

Praise for Alice Crowley's intense erotic writing: "I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!" ~Satisfied Kindle Reader "FIVE STARS!" ~ Multiple Fans "Alice Crowley is one of our best living authors!" ~ G. Taylor In this 9,000-word sexy short story in the Hot Wife Wrecked Entry series, Donna and her team penetrate deep under covers as they risk their bodies to save a philanderer! The time has come for a reckoning, and now it is apparent that alpha, masculine drug cartel soldiers are not the biggest and most macho players in the game. There's a supernatural demon that is stalking fertile ...