In the fragments of a failing mind lie clues to a forgotten evil. Can FBI Task Force S.W.O.R.D. uncover the truth before it disappears forever?In the hushed corridors of the Evergreen Memory Care facility, a young nurse's obsession with true crime leads to a chilling discovery. An elderly patient—his memories fading—speaks of unthinkable acts. Is he the Interstate Reaper, a notorious serial killer who terrorized the Pacific Northwest in the 1970s and 1980s?Enter FBI Task Force S.W.O.R.D., fresh off their dangerous pursuit of The Color Killer. As the team peels back the layers of this chilling cold case, their investigation stretches from the misty evergreen forests of Bellingham, Washington to the urban centers of Seattle and Portland, all the way down Interstate 5 to the rolling hills outside Yreka, California.But with every clue they unearth, the team faces a web of deceit, its strands stretching across decades. And when past and present collide, the case takes a dangerous turn no one saw coming.Can FBI Task Force S.W.O.R.D. solve a puzzle where the pieces are memories before those memories fade away? Or will the echo of old evils claim new victims?Series List:Book 1: The Fifth VictimBook 2: We Forget NothingBook 3: Widows of Medina (Available November 2024)

Some secrets we keep even from ourselves Philosophy professor Neil Weber can't think of one good reason to get up in the morning. His wife has left him, his academic research has sputtered, and the prospect of tenure is more remote than ever. Until Lucia Vanotti disappears. A college student at Neil's Southern university, Lucia has a secret of her own—one that haunts her relationships and leads to reckless, destructive behavior. When Neil is drawn into the mystery of her disappearance, he finds new energy, purpose, and relevance. But at what cost? Each clue pulls him deeper into Lucia' s dark past, but also into the hidden lives of his closest friends and colleagues. What has driven Lucia to risk everything? And why does Neil, a professor who hardly knew her, care so deeply about finding her? From campus classrooms to sex dens to backwoods hideaways, The Department reveals the world through the dual perspectives of Lucia and Neil as they descend into obsession, delusion, and the dangerous terrain of memory—uncovering the traumas that drive them to behave in ways they never could have predicted or imagined.Perfect for fans of Jessica Knoll, Ruth Ware, and Gillian Flynn

First in “a quirky and intriguing crime series in which the eclectic cast often comes close to stealing the show from the plotline” (The Gazette).   When the body of a young woman is discovered in the cowshed of Cricket Farm, the tranquility of the British countryside is shattered. Inspector Jess Campbell is on the case, but with few leads, a grumbling partner, and the new superintendent Ian Carter piling on the pressure, she’s beginning to wonder why she chose to be a detective in the first place.   The shifty land-owner Eli Smith seems to have something to hide, and as Campbell delves into the gruesome past of the dilapidated farm, the mystery deepens. A flashy Mercedes spotted fleeing the scene of the crime leads to a suspect, but when another body turns up, it looks as though Campbell’s lead is nothing but a dead end . . .   Book one in the Campbell and Carter Mysteries, Mud, Muck and Dead Things will thrill fans of M. C. Beaton, Joy Ellis and the Midsomer Murders.  Praise for the writing of Ann Granger   “A well-written, well-crafted traditional British mystery by a writer with an assured grasp of her technique.” —reviewingtheevidence.com   “Characterization, as ever with Granger, is sharp and astringent.” —The Times   “The story just gets more complex, mysterious and chilling.” —Good Book Guide   “For once a murder novel which displays a gentle touch and a dash of wit.” —The Northern Echo   “A clever and lively book.” —Margaret York

A New York Times Best Mystery of the Year: A hard-drinking detective deals with double murder and an elusive vigilante. After much tragedy and violence, Jack Taylor has at long last landed at contentment. Of course, he still knocks back too much Jameson and dabbles in uppers, but he has a new woman in his life, a freshly bought apartment, and little sign of trouble on the horizon—until a wealthy Frenchman comes to him with a request to investigate the double murder of his twin sons. Jack is meanwhile roped into looking after his girlfriend’s nine-year-old, and is in for a shock with the appearance of a character out of his past. The plot is one big chess game and all of the pieces seem to be moving at the behest of one dangerously mysterious player: a vigilante called “Silence,” because he’s the last thing his victims will ever hear. This new novel filled with suspense and pitch-dark humor comes from a Shamus Award-winning author who’s been called “hard to resist, with his aching Irish heart, silvery tongue, and bleak noir sensibility” (TheNew York Times Book Review).   “The Godfather of the modern Irish crime novel.”—Irish Independent

Stepping into the dark cave just a short distance from the safety of her college friends, the blonde-haired girl immediately senses danger. A tall figure steps out of the shadows, and she knows there’s no time to run…When a heavy storm hits Black Rock Falls, it brings a trail of destruction. Sheriff Jenna Alton is more than prepared, but she never expects to find college sweethearts Abby Jaye and Cole Peters floating among the wreckage in the river. Missing for twelve years following an end-of-school party, no clues were ever found and the couple’s devastated parents gave up hope that their beloved children would ever come home. Could the fraternity pin clutched tightly in Abby’s hand be the key to finding out what really happened that night?As Jenna and her deputy David Kane speak to the pair’s classmates, they’re struck by how startlingly similar their stories are. They all say that nothing suspicious happened that night—they describe the open fire, the cans of cheap beer and the way Abby and Cole seemed totally in love before they disappeared. Their accounts are word-for-word identical, Jenna suspects the friends are keeping a deadly secret, and she’s determined to find out what it is.Days later, Marissa, who still lives in town with her husband and young children, is found dead at a remote farm miles from her cozy family home just hours after answering Jenna’s questions. Jenna’s pulse races as she realizes the killer could be one of the group, and so could their next victim…As Jenna inspects the isolated barn, gun shots ring out nearby. Heart pounding, she receives a panicked phone call from the youngest member of her team. She races to the forest, praying that her friend is still alive. But with a deadly storm brewing overhead, and a twisted killer on the loose, will she make it in time to save another life from being taken?If you love reading Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot, you will be hooked by this absolutely gripping crime thriller from USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author D.K. Hood.**Each Kane and Alton book can be read as part of the series or as a standalone**What readers are saying about Tears on Her Grave:“I can’t express how much I love this… I was kept guessing right up until the end… Must read!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“I love this… Gripping… Had me hooked and once I started I couldn’t put it down… I loved all the twists and turns!” Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars“Had me on the edge of my seat. I did not want to stop reading!… I loved every minute of it!!!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“Addictive… I loved so many things… Delivered and then some!... Had my pulse pounding!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“I read it in one sitting!!… Twists and turns that will literally keep your attention until the very end… This five-star thrill ride will keep you on the edge of your seat!!” Sip_andread, 5 stars“Deliciously spooky… I got hooked from the very beginning and stayed glued to my Kindle until it was all over. Winner!” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“Pulse-pounding… Grabs you right from the opening scene and doesn’t let go… Glued to the pages… Absolutely brilliant… Heart-pounding… This is a must-read. Five stars without a doubt!” Tove Reads, 5 stars“I absolutely love this… I flew through it… Loved it.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars“Fantastic!… Wild ride this one is! Loved every minute of it!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

The hunt for a savage serial killer is on in this gripping female protagonist crime thriller by LJ Bourne.In dark alleyways of the city, a ruthless serial killer is on the loose. Young women, plucked from the streets, are murdered in cold blood and arranged like fairytale princesses. The killer leaves behind no trace, only nightmares and a city in fear.Investigative journalist Eva Lah and US Military Special Investigator Mark Novak team up with the local authorities trying to catch him. It is a race against the clock, but all their skill, intuition and cunning might not prevent another woman from dying a gruesome death.Because the monster they’re hunting is always one step ahead of them.He has a message to send. And he will be heard.A must read for fans of Melinda Leigh, Mary Stone and Kendra Elliot!The Fairytale Killer is a full-length mystery, thriller and suspense novel and the prequel to the new mystery suspense series—E&M Investigations. If you enjoy serial killer mystery books with twist endings, you don’t want to miss this one!Note: This book was previously published under the name Lena Bourne.