Marcia Talley je autorkou mnohých ocenených detektívnych románov. Jej diela sa vyznačujú pútavými zápletkami a často sa dotýkajú tém osobnej sily a odolnosti, inšpirovaných jej vlastnou skúsenosťou s bojom proti rakovine prsníka. Talley sa tiež podieľala na niekoľkých inovatívnych projektoch, kde spolupracovala s inými autormi na vytváraní príbehov zasadených do luxusných prostredí. Jej poviedky, ktoré sa objavujú v mnohých zbierkach, preukázali jej všestrannosť a schopnosť spracovať klasické námety s humorným a originálnym nádychom. Talleyina práca je cenená pre svoju chytrosť a sviežu perspektívu v rámci žánru.
Mystery and magic intertwine in this captivating collection of short stories from leading crime writers. Each tale explores fantasy realms and stage illusions, featuring characters who wield magic—both benevolent and malevolent. The anthology promises a thrilling blend of suspense and enchantment, showcasing the diverse talents of its contributors as they delve into the darker sides of magical powers.
Hannah Ives' neighbour is on the run, but the past is about to catch up with her in this compelling mystery.Hannah Ives is worried when her friends and long-time neighbours, Peter and Trish Young, are a surprising no-show at her Italian night. The couple seem to have vanished without a trace. Have they made a quick getaway and 'done gone'?As she struggles to make sense of the Youngs' disappearance, Hannah gets a call from Trish. But when she meets up with her heavily disguised friend, their reunion takes a devastating twist. Keen to help Trish, Hannah's investigations lead her to a series of dark discoveries and secrets involving powerful political figures. With stakes getting higher and her own life on the line, can Hannah survive her journey into Trish's past long enough to find out who wants to silence her, and why?
Dreizehn prominente amerikanische Krimiautorinnen, von Mary Jane Clark bis Val McDermid, liefern in einem Wellness-Center in Phoenix einen packenden Thriller. Nach dem Mord an der exzentrischen Besitzerin wird deutlich, dass der Schein trügt und nicht alles Gold ist, was glänzt.
A serial novel featuring contributions by twenty-six masters of suspense follows detective Jon Nunn as he re-opens a ten-year-old case to discover if the wrong person was convicted and put to death for the murder of art curator Christopher Thomas.