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Charlie Pike, a detective with the Boston Police Department, gets a call from his hometown in Vermont, asking if he wants to be their new police chief. It’s an appealing offer, but it would mean telling his wife Abbie, and eventually their kids Natalie and Marcus, about the “V’s” – the hundred or so residents of Vesper Glen with symbionts that make them live for centuries, heal rapidly from wounds, avoid sunlight and garlic, and regularly need to consume blood.Even after Abbie overcomes her initial skepticism, and Charlie takes the job, she’s still apprehensive about her new neighbors, including leading citizen John Saxon, town doctor Meara Desmond, and night-shift Sergeant Ray D...

Once lost, can love ever truly be found again? This collection of six short stories by Saddletramp1956 explores that question.Be My...Erik Stutzman had been married for 15 years when he caught his wife cheating on him and wasted no time divorcing her. Fifteen years later, Eric and Brenda come back together after he learns of medical issues that could kill his former wife, who he still has feelings for. But can they make it work?The UnmaskingA young wife and her co-worker plan to hook up during a company Halloween party, but her husband catches on and takes action.Dead to MeThomas Jackson's wife conspires with her boss to humiliate and cuckold her husband. Do they succeed?More Than A MottoThe...

The year is 2109. Tabitha, a devious, vengeful clone of Bill Jones’ long-dead ex-wife, has developed a powerful weapon that can destroy stars, along with their planetary systems. With it, she secured her position as a Prime Director in the Mr’rk Interstellar Corporation.But her obsession goes far beyond absolute power or fabulous wealth. She wants revenge for the death of Bull Travers, the man she cuckolded Bill with years ago on the USS Armstrong. In addition to killing Bill Jones, she seeks to destroy the entire Solar System so she can plunder Earth.Fast forward five years. Bill Jones is promoted and given tactical command of the task force sent to stop Tabitha and her evil plan. But h...

 Primitive Passions: A Sweeping Historical Romance of 17th-Century New York and New FranceIn 1681, Sean O’Cathail, a daring Irishman, escapes the Royal Navy and finds himself on the dangerous frontier between New York and New France. As a fugitive in a volatile world of fur trading, diplomacy, and betrayal, Sean becomes a key figure in the fierce struggle for control between English, Dutch, French, and Native forces.Caught in the brutal power plays of the era, Sean's journey takes him deep into Iroquois territory, where he navigates treacherous alliances, battles ruthless enemies, and learns the art of negotiation. As an emissary for Governor Thomas Dongan, he must secure an alliance ...

Ella McBane’s biggest mistake? Thinking life would be easy once her daughters have all grown up and moved out… until her eldest daughter is accused of murder.Every woman wants their adult children to be happy, healthy, and loved. Maybe that’s why Ella takes on her daughter Savannah’s request to cater her engagement party. With no formal culinary training but a ton of cooking experience, Ella struggles to not upset her future in-laws who aren’t exactly accustomed to old-fashioned home cooking.Everything seems to be going well… until Ella trips over a dead body at the celebration.Fingers swiftly point at Savannah, and the evidence is overwhelming. But Ella knows Savannah wouldn’t...

“So well written…There are so many wonderful red herrings that it will keep you guessing until the end. Terrific plot and characters really add to the reading experience. I highly recommend this book.”—The Best ReviewsMichaela Bancroft is back! This time your favorite amateur sleuth and horse trainer finds herself caught up in the glitz and glam of the jet setting polo world. And, although the horses are amazing and the scene quite, ummm, interesting at the very least, unfortunately for Michaela, MURDER NEVER SEEMS TO BE TOO FAR BEHIND! A new tack shop and a gala polo match are reasons to celebrate for Michaela—until equestrian Sterling Tabor is found clubbed to death with a p...

“Filled with good murder suspects along with enough twists and turns allowing the reader to guess and guess again throughout the novel.”—MyShelf.comMICHAELA JUST WANTS TO LIVE A SIMPLE LIFE TRAINING THE HORSES SHE LOVES. BUT LIFE HAS OTHER PLANS. THE MURDEROUS KIND...Michaela Bancroft is--once again--thrown into solving a mystery in order to seek justice for a dear friend. Audrey Pratt and Michaela have been friends for years and Audrey needs Michaela now more than ever as her brother Bob has gone missing. Bob Pratt is a well known racetrack veterinarian. Michaela assures her that she will do what she can to help. Then, Audrey is viciously murdered and Michaela is certain Bob’s disap...

EQUAL PARTS SUSPENSE AND UNDERSTATED CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE, "Saddled with Trouble" is a fast-paced murder mystery that revolves around Michaela Bancroft, a 32-year-old horse trainer whose personal life is quickly coming apart at the seams. Struggling through an ugly divorce and in danger of losing her southern California ranch to creditors, Bancroft finds her already chaotic life turned upside down when her beloved uncle Lou is found murdered in a stable stall, impaled by a pitchfork.Michaela vows to find the person or people behind the senseless homicide, but the deeper she digs into her uncle's secretive past (an ill-managed business venture involving an artificial insemination breeding pro...

“Another fun and very readable mystery by Michele Scott… Her protagonist is someone whom most women readers can identify—a modern woman with flaws and limitations just like all of us.” -Suite101.com Napa Valley winery manager Nikki Sands is full of Christmas cheer and anticipating an exciting family vacation to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico to ring in the New Year. Along with her husband Derek, his brother Simon, and Simon’s boyfriend Marco they head for sun, surf, and sand expecting to enjoy some serious R & R.However, things turn dark rather rapidly when Nikki uncovers a dead body washed up on the shore. The victim--a woman who goes by the name Dream, was staying at the same h...

Shot dead at the battle of Brown's Mill in 1864, Elijah Jones, a sergeant in the 8th Regiment of Indiana Cavalry, learns that he has been recruited by an immortal being to help dispense justice in a dark world.

As part of his preparation and training, Eli spends five years with the Texas Rangers, riding with Captain Bill McDonald, one of the greatest Ranger Captains of all time. He deals with the worst humanity has to offer -- robbers, carpetbaggers, crooked lawmen, and the owner of a notorious New York speakeasy.

Follow Eli Jones as he makes the transition to the avenger known as Justice O. Peace.

The countdown to the most anticipated day in Nikki Sands' life is rapidly ticking away. As the accomplished Manager of Malveaux Estates in the enchanting Napa Valley, and engaged to the winery's owner, Derek Malveaux, she should be floating on cloud nine. However, a series of cryptic messages shrouded in mystery begins to cast a sinister shadow over their happiness, and soon, love turns deadly.With the wedding date looming closer, it becomes increasingly evident that their joyous occasion is plagued by a relentless curse. A peculiar chewing gum mishap forces Nikki into an unexpected makeover, leaving her with platinum blonde hair as an unintended result. To complicate matters further, Derek'...

Nikki Sands is right where she wants to be, managing the luxurious Malveaux Estates in the heart of Napa Valley and sharing her life with her beloved boyfriend, Derek Malveaux.Nikki's life takes a detour as she's reluctantly thrust into the role of event coordinator when a charismatic guru and his followers descend upon the winery's boutique hotel and spa for a transformative retreat.Things take a dark turn during the group's first outing aboard the renowned Napa Valley Wine Train when one of his devoted followers vanishes without a trace. The shocking discovery of the missing disciple in the wine storage car—where someone has quite literally silenced him with a fatal twist—sends shockwa...

Nikki Sands is back, and this time, she's donning her detective hat in the land Down Under!

Nikki and her boss-turned-boyfriend, Derek Malveaux, jet off to Australia for a visit to the renowned Hahndorf Winery. However, their picturesque trip takes an unexpected twist when they find themselves on a real-life movie set.

Amidst the glitz and glamour, tragedy strikes when lead actress Lucy Swanson is discovered lifeless in her trailer, felled by a deadly snakebite—a sinister 'gift' from a killer with a vengeance. Nikki must now navigate the sprawling vineyards of the valley and untangle the twisted vine of a murderer who has a penchant for poison.

As the Vineyard Manager at Malveaux Estates, Nikki Sands knows a lot about wine pairings, but she has a harder time making matches in her own life.Is it finally time to give up her crush on her boss, Derek Malveaux, and commit to winemaker Andres? With big changes afoot at the Estates, Nikki’s days of wine and roses may be over sooner than she thinks…Malveaux Estates has added a boutique hotel and spa to its beautiful grounds, and everyone in Napa is abuzz about the hotel’s restaurant, Georges on the Vineyard. Its opening has been delayed a bit by the quirks of star chef Georges Debussey, better known for his cuisine than his couth. When Georges doesn’t return to the kitchen after a ...

Life is sweet for Nikki Sands...She’s toasting her new job at Malveaux Estate in Napa Valley and balancing a love triangle with a neighboring winemaker and her boss, vineyard owner Derek Malveaux—the catch of the county. And tonight, Nikki will be on the arm of Napa’s golden boy at a Sonoma mansion for the wedding of the decade.Nikki’s friend Isabel agreed to cater the wedding—before she learned that the groom was her cheating lover. After the ceremony, Isabel asks Nikki to bring the obnoxious bride another glass of wine. However, the bride won't be drinking that glass of wine or any wine ever again asNikki finds the new wife sprawled on the floor—murdered.Since the dearly depart...

Nikki Sands is an amateur sleuth with an uncanny talent for uncorking hidden truths. When an obnoxious diner costs Nikki her waitressing job, her life takes an unexpected turn. Enter Derek Malveaux, a wealthy and undeniably attractive vintner, whose offer of a prestigious position at his vineyard proves too tempting to resist. With her wine expertise as her armor, Nikki dives headfirst into a world of opulence and intrigue, where every glass holds a secret and every smile conceals a motive.But the lush vineyards of Malveaux Estate harbor more than just exquisite grapes; they hold a chilling secret buried deep in the soil. On her very first night, Nikki stumbles upon a gruesome discovery...

In the heart of Denver, Colorado, the Green Pastures Retirement Home offers comfort to aging minds and bodies, but beneath its calm exterior, dark secrets lurk. Set in 2024, All Under the Same Roof immerses readers in a gripping murder mystery within this quiet senior community.At Green Pastures, ten residents—each struggling with their own personal demons and finding themselves caught off guard when a tragic crime forces them to confront their fears, insecurities, and complex relationships. United by shared challenges such as aging, health fears, financial instability, and societal neglect, a murder forces them into an uncomfortable intimacy, where long-held secrets and grudges emerge.The...

Hating Self by Boo Black takes readers on a heartfelt journey through the author's childhood struggles with fitting in and the emotional toll of bullying. The torment of being made to question her self-worth led to deep pain, self-harm, and depression. In this raw and honest account, Boo Black shares her personal experience in the hope of connecting with others who have faced similar challenges and continue to grapple with their own sense of purpose.The author goes by the name Boo Black and chooses to remain anonymous about the specific Tennessee town where she endured a difficult childhood. Boo's intention of sharing her story is not to assign blame or shame, but rather to offer support and...

Confessions of a Rock 'n' Roll Name-Dropper: My Life Leading Up to John Lennon's Last Interview  is my memoir, the story of my rock radio-related early life and career wrapped around John Lennon’s final interview which I co-conducted for RKO Radio at the Dakota in New York back on December 8, 1980 mere hours before he was shot and killed! I also wrote the incredibly well-received 3 hour RKO special that aired a mere 6 days after John’s assassination - John Lennon - The Man, The Memory - as well as the international 17 hour radio show RKO Presents The Beatles-The Beatles From Liverpool to Legend!                     I definitely wrote...

Unleash Your Divine Spark and Write Stories That MatterHave you ever felt a whisper in your soul urging you to write? A story simmering beneath the surface, waiting to burst into life? In His Light Shines: A Guide to Writing with God, Amy J Romine invites you on a transformative journey where creativity meets faith, and words become a sacred offering.This isn’t just another writing manual—it’s a heartfelt companion for Christian writers ready to answer the call. From finding your story’s heartbeat to crafting characters that leap off the page, Romine blends practical wisdom with spiritual depth to help you write with purpose and courage. Discover how to weave God’s light into every...