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The Cage

The Cage

A Novel

by Kistler, Bonnie

Book - 2022

Two women--co-workers at an international fashion conglomerate--enter an elevator to take them down from the thirtieth floor, but only one woman is alive when the doors open in the lobby. Two women--co-workers at an international fashion conglomerate--enter an elevator to take them down from the thirtieth floor, but only one woman is alive when the doors open in the lobby. Show less

Two women--co-workers at an international fashion conglomerate--enter an elevator to take them down from the thirtieth floor, but only one woman is alive when the doors open in the lobby. Two women--co-workers at an international fashion conglomerate--enter an elevator to take them down from the thirtieth floor, but only one woman is alive when the doors open in the lobby. Show less

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The Devil's Hand

The Devil's Hand

A Thriller

by Carr, Jack

Book - 2021

It's been twenty years since 9/11. The enemy has been patient, learning, and adapting. And the enemy is ready to strike again. Faced with internal disse...Show more It's been twenty years since 9/11. The enemy has been patient, learning, and adapting. And the enemy is ready to strike again. Faced with internal dissent and extrajudicial targeted killings by the United States and Israel, the Supreme Leader puts a plan in motion to defeat the most powerful nation on earth. Show less

It's been twenty years since 9/11. The enemy has been patient, learning, and adapting. And the enemy is ready to strike again. Faced with internal disse...Show more It's been twenty years since 9/11. The enemy has been patient, learning, and adapting. And the enemy is ready to strike again. Faced with internal dissent and extrajudicial targeted killings by the United States and Israel, the Supreme Leader puts a plan in motion to defeat the most powerful nation on earth. Show less

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Crimson Phoenix

Crimson Phoenix

by Gilstrap, John

Book - 2021

The nightmare scenario has come to pass. America has fallen. In the aftermath, one woman, Congresswoman Victoria Emerson, becomes the last hope of a natio...Show more The nightmare scenario has come to pass. America has fallen. In the aftermath, one woman, Congresswoman Victoria Emerson, becomes the last hope of a nation and its people. In the aftermath, the nation is in chaos. The grid is gone. Food is scarce. Civility gives way to desperate survival. Against this total collapse, she creates a new home in a small Appalachian mountain town. Show less

The nightmare scenario has come to pass. America has fallen. In the aftermath, one woman, Congresswoman Victoria Emerson, becomes the last hope of a natio...Show more The nightmare scenario has come to pass. America has fallen. In the aftermath, one woman, Congresswoman Victoria Emerson, becomes the last hope of a nation and its people. In the aftermath, the nation is in chaos. The grid is gone. Food is scarce. Civility gives way to desperate survival. Against this total collapse, she creates a new home in a small Appalachian mountain town. Show less

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The Night She Disappeared

The Night She Disappeared

A Novel

by Jewell, Lisa

Book - 2021

On a beautiful summer night in a charming English suburb, a young woman and her boyfriend disappear after partying at a large estate.. One year later, a ...Show more On a beautiful summer night in a charming English suburb, a young woman and her boyfriend disappear after partying at a large estate.. One year later, a writer moves into a cottage on the edge of the woods that border the same estate. The writer stumbles upon a mysterious note that simply reads, "Dig Here." Could this be a clue towards what has happened to the missing young couple? Show less

On a beautiful summer night in a charming English suburb, a young woman and her boyfriend disappear after partying at a large estate.. One year later, a ...Show more On a beautiful summer night in a charming English suburb, a young woman and her boyfriend disappear after partying at a large estate.. One year later, a writer moves into a cottage on the edge of the woods that border the same estate. The writer stumbles upon a mysterious note that simply reads, "Dig Here." Could this be a clue towards what has happened to the missing young couple? Show less

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The President's Daughter

The President's Daughter

A Thriller

by Clinton, Bill

Book - 2021

A madman abducts past president Matthew Keating's teenage daughter, Melanie--turning every parent's deepest fear into a matter of national security. As th...Show more A madman abducts past president Matthew Keating's teenage daughter, Melanie--turning every parent's deepest fear into a matter of national security. As the world watches in real time, Keating embarks on a one-man special-ops mission that tests his strengths: as a leader, a warrior, and a father. Show less

A madman abducts past president Matthew Keating's teenage daughter, Melanie--turning every parent's deepest fear into a matter of national security. As th...Show more A madman abducts past president Matthew Keating's teenage daughter, Melanie--turning every parent's deepest fear into a matter of national security. As the world watches in real time, Keating embarks on a one-man special-ops mission that tests his strengths: as a leader, a warrior, and a father. Show less

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Billy Summers

Billy Summers

A Novel

by King, Stephen

Book - 2021

When Billy Summers was twelve years old, he shot and killed his mother's boyfriend after he kicked Billy's sister to death. At 17, he enlisted in the army...Show more When Billy Summers was twelve years old, he shot and killed his mother's boyfriend after he kicked Billy's sister to death. At 17, he enlisted in the army. At 18, he was a sniper in Iraq. A stranger needs rescuing, and Billy sacrifices the safety of his own perfectly devised new life to offer her protection. And then the two of them ... set out on one last mission, to rectify the injustices of one extraordinarily evil man. Show less

When Billy Summers was twelve years old, he shot and killed his mother's boyfriend after he kicked Billy's sister to death. At 17, he enlisted in the army...Show more When Billy Summers was twelve years old, he shot and killed his mother's boyfriend after he kicked Billy's sister to death. At 17, he enlisted in the army. At 18, he was a sniper in Iraq. A stranger needs rescuing, and Billy sacrifices the safety of his own perfectly devised new life to offer her protection. And then the two of them ... set out on one last mission, to rectify the injustices of one extraordinarily evil man. Show less

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The Golden Couple

The Golden Couple

by Hendricks, Greer

Book - 2022

If Avery Chambers can't fix you in 10 sessions, she won't take you on as a client. Her successes are phenomenal. When the Bishops glide through Avery's d...Show more If Avery Chambers can't fix you in 10 sessions, she won't take you on as a client. Her successes are phenomenal. When the Bishops glide through Avery's door and Marissa reveals her infidelity, all three are set on a collision course. Because the biggest secrets in the room are still hidden, and it's no longer simply a marriage that's in danger. Show less

If Avery Chambers can't fix you in 10 sessions, she won't take you on as a client. Her successes are phenomenal. When the Bishops glide through Avery's d...Show more If Avery Chambers can't fix you in 10 sessions, she won't take you on as a client. Her successes are phenomenal. When the Bishops glide through Avery's door and Marissa reveals her infidelity, all three are set on a collision course. Because the biggest secrets in the room are still hidden, and it's no longer simply a marriage that's in danger. Show less

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Hour of the Witch

Hour of the Witch

A Novel

by Bohjalian, Chris

Book - 2021

Boston, 1662. Mary Deerfield is twenty-four-years-old. When tainted objects are discovered buried in Mary's garden, when a boy she has treated with herbs...Show more Boston, 1662. Mary Deerfield is twenty-four-years-old. When tainted objects are discovered buried in Mary's garden, when a boy she has treated with herbs and simples dies, and when their servant girl runs screaming in fright from her home, Mary must fight to not only escape her marriage, but also the gallows. Show less

Boston, 1662. Mary Deerfield is twenty-four-years-old. When tainted objects are discovered buried in Mary's garden, when a boy she has treated with herbs...Show more Boston, 1662. Mary Deerfield is twenty-four-years-old. When tainted objects are discovered buried in Mary's garden, when a boy she has treated with herbs and simples dies, and when their servant girl runs screaming in fright from her home, Mary must fight to not only escape her marriage, but also the gallows. Show less

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Two Nights in Lisbon

Two Nights in Lisbon

by Pavone, Chris

Book - 2022

Ariel Pryce wakes up in Lisbon, alone. Her new, and much younger, husband is gone―no warning, no note, not answering his phone. The Author delivers a stu...Show more Ariel Pryce wakes up in Lisbon, alone. Her new, and much younger, husband is gone―no warning, no note, not answering his phone. The Author delivers a stunning and sophisticated international thriller that will linger long after the surprising final page. Show less

Ariel Pryce wakes up in Lisbon, alone. Her new, and much younger, husband is gone―no warning, no note, not answering his phone. The Author delivers a stu...Show more Ariel Pryce wakes up in Lisbon, alone. Her new, and much younger, husband is gone―no warning, no note, not answering his phone. The Author delivers a stunning and sophisticated international thriller that will linger long after the surprising final page. Show less

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The Push

The Push

A Novel

by Audrain, Ashley

Book - 2021

Blythe Connor is determined that she will be the warm, comforting mother to her new baby, Violet. But in the exhaustion of early motherhood, Blythe becom...Show more Blythe Connor is determined that she will be the warm, comforting mother to her new baby, Violet. But in the exhaustion of early motherhood, Blythe becomes convinced that something is wrong with her daughter. Or is it all in Blythe's head? The more her husband, Fox, dismisses her fears, the more Blythe begins to question her own sanity. Show less

Blythe Connor is determined that she will be the warm, comforting mother to her new baby, Violet. But in the exhaustion of early motherhood, Blythe becom...Show more Blythe Connor is determined that she will be the warm, comforting mother to her new baby, Violet. But in the exhaustion of early motherhood, Blythe becomes convinced that something is wrong with her daughter. Or is it all in Blythe's head? The more her husband, Fox, dismisses her fears, the more Blythe begins to question her own sanity. Show less

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Savage Road

Savage Road

by Feehan, Christine

Book - 2022

When Savin “Savage” Pajari and Seychelle Dubois first met, their connection was instant. Savage completely owns what he is: a sadist in the bedroom who c...Show more When Savin “Savage” Pajari and Seychelle Dubois first met, their connection was instant. Savage completely owns what he is: a sadist in the bedroom who can only get off on his partner’s pain. He has to find a way to let her see the monster inside without pushing her away. But the real Savage might be more than Seychelle can bear...and he knows he wouldn’t survive losing her. Show less

When Savin “Savage” Pajari and Seychelle Dubois first met, their connection was instant. Savage completely owns what he is: a sadist in the bedroom who c...Show more When Savin “Savage” Pajari and Seychelle Dubois first met, their connection was instant. Savage completely owns what he is: a sadist in the bedroom who can only get off on his partner’s pain. He has to find a way to let her see the monster inside without pushing her away. But the real Savage might be more than Seychelle can bear...and he knows he wouldn’t survive losing her. Show less

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Apples Never Fall

Apples Never Fall

A Novel

by Moriarty, Liane

Book - 2021

Stan and Joy are the envy of all of their friends. They're killer on the tennis court, and off it their chemistry is palpable. One night a stranger named...Show more Stan and Joy are the envy of all of their friends. They're killer on the tennis court, and off it their chemistry is palpable. One night a stranger named Savannah knocks on Stan and Joy's door. She says she chose their house because it looked the friendliest. But now Joy is missing, no one knows where Savannah is, and the Delaney children are reexamining their parents' marriage and their shared family history with fresh, frightened eyes. Show less

Stan and Joy are the envy of all of their friends. They're killer on the tennis court, and off it their chemistry is palpable. One night a stranger named...Show more Stan and Joy are the envy of all of their friends. They're killer on the tennis court, and off it their chemistry is palpable. One night a stranger named Savannah knocks on Stan and Joy's door. She says she chose their house because it looked the friendliest. But now Joy is missing, no one knows where Savannah is, and the Delaney children are reexamining their parents' marriage and their shared family history with fresh, frightened eyes. Show less

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Never Saw Me Coming

Never Saw Me Coming

by Kurian, Vera

Book - 2021

It would be easy to underestimate Chloe Sevre ... She's a freshman honor student, a legging-wearing hot girl next door, who also happens to be a psychopat...Show more It would be easy to underestimate Chloe Sevre ... She's a freshman honor student, a legging-wearing hot girl next door, who also happens to be a psychopath. She spends her time on yogalates, frat parties and plotting to kill Will Bachman, a childhood friend who grievously wronged her. Show less

It would be easy to underestimate Chloe Sevre ... She's a freshman honor student, a legging-wearing hot girl next door, who also happens to be a psychopat...Show more It would be easy to underestimate Chloe Sevre ... She's a freshman honor student, a legging-wearing hot girl next door, who also happens to be a psychopath. She spends her time on yogalates, frat parties and plotting to kill Will Bachman, a childhood friend who grievously wronged her. Show less

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56 Days

56 Days

by Howard, Catherine Ryan

Book - 2021

56 DAYS AGO Ciara and Oliver meet in a supermarket queue in Dublin the same week Covid-19 reaches Irish shores. 35 DAYS AGO When lockdown threatens to kee...Show more 56 DAYS AGO Ciara and Oliver meet in a supermarket queue in Dublin the same week Covid-19 reaches Irish shores. 35 DAYS AGO When lockdown threatens to keep them apart. TODAY Detectives arrive at Oliver's apartment to discover a decomposing body inside. Show less

56 DAYS AGO Ciara and Oliver meet in a supermarket queue in Dublin the same week Covid-19 reaches Irish shores. 35 DAYS AGO When lockdown threatens to kee...Show more 56 DAYS AGO Ciara and Oliver meet in a supermarket queue in Dublin the same week Covid-19 reaches Irish shores. 35 DAYS AGO When lockdown threatens to keep them apart. TODAY Detectives arrive at Oliver's apartment to discover a decomposing body inside. Show less

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The Wife Upstairs

The Wife Upstairs

by Hawkins, Rachel

Book - 2021

Meet Jane. Newly arrived to Birmingham, Alabama, Jane is a broke dog-walker in Thornfield Estates--a gated community full of McMansions. But her luck chan...Show more Meet Jane. Newly arrived to Birmingham, Alabama, Jane is a broke dog-walker in Thornfield Estates--a gated community full of McMansions. But her luck changes when she meets Eddie Rochester, Thornfield Estates' most mysterious resident. His wife, Bea, drowned in a boating accident with her best friend, yet Jane is increasingly haunted by the legend of Bea. Show less

Meet Jane. Newly arrived to Birmingham, Alabama, Jane is a broke dog-walker in Thornfield Estates--a gated community full of McMansions. But her luck chan...Show more Meet Jane. Newly arrived to Birmingham, Alabama, Jane is a broke dog-walker in Thornfield Estates--a gated community full of McMansions. But her luck changes when she meets Eddie Rochester, Thornfield Estates' most mysterious resident. His wife, Bea, drowned in a boating accident with her best friend, yet Jane is increasingly haunted by the legend of Bea. Show less

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The Plot

The Plot

by Korelitz, Jean Hanff

Book - 2021

Jacob Finch Bonner was once a promising young novelist, who is now teaching in a third-rate MFA program. When he hears the plot of a student’s novel, and...Show more Jacob Finch Bonner was once a promising young novelist, who is now teaching in a third-rate MFA program. When he hears the plot of a student’s novel, and the student dies, Jake does what any self-respecting writer would do with a story like that—a story that absolutely needs to be told. Once discovered as a thief, it is the first salvo in a terrifying campaign. Show less

Jacob Finch Bonner was once a promising young novelist, who is now teaching in a third-rate MFA program. When he hears the plot of a student’s novel, and...Show more Jacob Finch Bonner was once a promising young novelist, who is now teaching in a third-rate MFA program. When he hears the plot of a student’s novel, and the student dies, Jake does what any self-respecting writer would do with a story like that—a story that absolutely needs to be told. Once discovered as a thief, it is the first salvo in a terrifying campaign. Show less

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The Temple House Vanishing

The Temple House Vanishing

by Donohue, Rachel

Book - 2021

The disappearance of a brilliant scholarship student and a young, charismatic teacher from an all-girls Catholic boarding school in Ireland is an unsolved...Show more The disappearance of a brilliant scholarship student and a young, charismatic teacher from an all-girls Catholic boarding school in Ireland is an unsolved mystery that has captivated the whole country. Year after year the media revisit it, and the conspiracy theories persist. Now, on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the disappearances, a journalist who grew up on the same street as the missing girl delves into the past to write a series of articles and uncover the truth. Show less

The disappearance of a brilliant scholarship student and a young, charismatic teacher from an all-girls Catholic boarding school in Ireland is an unsolved...Show more The disappearance of a brilliant scholarship student and a young, charismatic teacher from an all-girls Catholic boarding school in Ireland is an unsolved mystery that has captivated the whole country. Year after year the media revisit it, and the conspiracy theories persist. Now, on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the disappearances, a journalist who grew up on the same street as the missing girl delves into the past to write a series of articles and uncover the truth. Show less

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The Twist of A Knife

The Twist of A Knife

A Novel

by Horowitz, Anthony

Audiobook CD - 2022

Anthony Horowitz’s new play, Mindgame, is about to open in London's Vaudeville theater. On opening night, Sunday Times critic Harriet Throsby gives the p...Show more Anthony Horowitz’s new play, Mindgame, is about to open in London's Vaudeville theater. On opening night, Sunday Times critic Harriet Throsby gives the play a savage review, focusing particularly on the writing. The next morning she is found dead, stabbed in the heart with an ornamental dagger which, it turns out, belongs to Anthony and which has his finger prints all over it. Show less

Anthony Horowitz’s new play, Mindgame, is about to open in London's Vaudeville theater. On opening night, Sunday Times critic Harriet Throsby gives the p...Show more Anthony Horowitz’s new play, Mindgame, is about to open in London's Vaudeville theater. On opening night, Sunday Times critic Harriet Throsby gives the play a savage review, focusing particularly on the writing. The next morning she is found dead, stabbed in the heart with an ornamental dagger which, it turns out, belongs to Anthony and which has his finger prints all over it. Show less

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Razorblade Tears

Razorblade Tears

by Cosby, S. A.

Book - 2021

A Black father. A white father. Two murdered sons. A quest for vengeance. Ike and Buddy Lee, two ex-cons with little else in common other than a criminal...Show more A Black father. A white father. Two murdered sons. A quest for vengeance. Ike and Buddy Lee, two ex-cons with little else in common other than a criminal past and a love for their dead sons, band together in their desperate desire for revenge. They will confront their own prejudices about their sons and each other, as they rain down vengeance upon those who hurt their boys. Show less

A Black father. A white father. Two murdered sons. A quest for vengeance. Ike and Buddy Lee, two ex-cons with little else in common other than a criminal...Show more A Black father. A white father. Two murdered sons. A quest for vengeance. Ike and Buddy Lee, two ex-cons with little else in common other than a criminal past and a love for their dead sons, band together in their desperate desire for revenge. They will confront their own prejudices about their sons and each other, as they rain down vengeance upon those who hurt their boys. Show less

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