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The Grave by Mike Bennett The Grave by Mike Bennett Feb. 07, 2012 Free! 5359 words Read a sample
A short, black comic tale about two men, a grave, unrequited lust ... and murder.
The Struggle Knows Not by Nelson Lowhim The Struggle Knows Not by Nelson Lowhim Feb. 07, 2012 $5.99 51898 words Sample 20%
A man, Walid, in Baghdad faces the hard decision of protecting his family, his neighborhood. The result is that he must resort to violence. This novel follows Walid as he dives further into the underbelly of a city in the throes of a civil war. Fighting other Iraqis and the Americans, Walid must decide what's most important in life.
Heart Stopper by R J Samuel Heart Stopper by R J Samuel Feb. 07, 2012 $4.99 83681 words Sample 20%
Heart Stopper is a thriller set in Galway, a city on the west coast of Ireland that is a research and manufacturing hub within the multi-billion-dollar medical devices industry. An Irish-Indian coder, who works at a pacemaker clinic, wakes up one morning in an unfamiliar apartment and makes a gruesome discovery. Her investigation exposes secrets that threaten a multi-million dollar enterprise.
Left Behind by Jayton Young Left Behind by Jayton Young Feb. 06, 2012 $4.99 51465 words Sample 20%
Marti has spent the last 10 years basically on her own. Her brothers had been at college and her three best friends had joined the military as a requirement to receive their inheritance. She lived through her father dying, then when she finally decided to attend a university, she lived through a very traumatic experience that leaves her mute and broken. But, somebody thinks he needs to finish t
A Rogue by Compulsion by SURAT VANITCHATCHWAL A Rogue by Compulsion by SURAT VANITCHATCHWAL Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 110143 words Sample 20%
A Rogue by Compulsion Bridges, Victor A Rogue by Compulsion is a popular book by Victor Bridges. Read A Rogue by Compulsion, free online version of the book by Victor Bridges, on ReadCentral.com. Victor Bridges's A Rogue by Compulsion consists of 25 parts for ease of reading. Choose the part of A Rogue by Compulsion which you want to read from the table of contents to get started.
The Kill Riff by David J Schow The Kill Riff by David J Schow Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 121403 words Sample 20%
Lucas dreams it every night: the rockshow, flashy, ear-pounding, chaotic. The frothed-up mob that storms the stage. The death of his daughter Kristen, trampled in a sudden surge of tribal frenzy. In Lucas Ellington’s eyes, the audience is blameless. His child was murdered by the main event — Whip Hand, the ultimate party band.
Shadowed by Ken Hughes Shadowed by Ken Hughes Feb. 06, 2012 $7.99 87476 words Sample 30%
He can hear a whisper across the block… and can’t remember why. Paul lives in hiding, struggling to control preternatural senses no secret is safe from, and certain that nobody suspects he exists. And now he must risk everything to protect the family he left and face enemies more ruthless than his worst fears… because the one person who knows what happened, is the one who did it to him.
The Mystery Man Murders by Jon Rieley-Goddard The Mystery Man Murders by Jon Rieley-Goddard Feb. 06, 2012 $5.99 163731 words Sample 20%
The Mystery Man Murders is the first novel in the series titled Grimoire - the Bros Grim Breakfast Serial: A Story in Pieces. The series chronicles the quasi-criminal enterprise of some retired covert agents -- spooks -- who run a well-used bookshop, Caspar's Books and That, in Buffalonya, a city roughly equal to Buffalo, New York, but getting even less respect. Buffalonya rhymes with bologna.
Vivious Lives by Ken James Vivious Lives by Ken James Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 256558 words Sample 20%
It's a dead-end, is Grimsby, the end of the track. Next stop the Humber estuary. Or the North Sea. On a sticky, brooding summer's night, with all the recklessness of youth, three young, vodka-befuddled teenage girls, bubbling with fun, head for the local park in high spirits, determined to have a good time. Only it doesn't work out that way - Some of the lads with them have other ideas.
Death of a Prosecutor by Evan Slavitt Death of a Prosecutor by Evan Slavitt Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 86435 words Sample 20%
Danny Renko's life as a federal prosecutor of white collar criminals is shattered when his best friend dies under suspicious circumstances. Soon, Danny is running for his life when his search for the truth rubs the wrong people the wrong way. His pursuers have guns, numbers and experience and Danny only has his wits, a few friends, and the need to see justice done.
Year of the Slug by James Cortese Year of the Slug by James Cortese Feb. 06, 2012 $6.50 49975 words Sample 20%
With the dot-com bubble in full swing, a high-flying software tycoon can't quite decide if the man he killed has taken over his body or he's just insane. Or maybe the answer is in a 1930s sci-fi novel that isn't a novel at all, but an alien instruction manual.
the Cat's Dowry, a Jaguar Tale by e.j. Springer the Cat's Dowry, a Jaguar Tale by e.j. Springer Feb. 06, 2012 $6.99 102593 words Sample 20%
An ancient Mayan mystery becomes a modern day treasure hunt. A piece of a stone map is found in Guatemala. It refers to the legendary treasure known as the "Cat's Dowry", a treasure given to a jaguar princess on the day of her marriage two thousand years ago. The map leads to the jungles of Colombia where Cali Cleary and friends confront the power of the jaguar cult
First Shot: 10 Stories by Chris Well First Shot: 10 Stories by Chris Well Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 40143 words Sample 20%
Collection of short mystery, suspense, and crime stories by author Chris Well, plus previews of two of his novels.
Haunted House-Real Ghost Story by Arul Das Haunted House-Real Ghost Story by Arul Das Feb. 06, 2012 $5.49 12134 words Sample 20%
This story is about a large house.It stands in a quit street on a quit town.For as long as we can remember no living person has entered this house.Due to the growing of the town,things have changed and the story begins
Euston by Nicholas Jankovic Euston by Nicholas Jankovic Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 4693 words Sample 20%
A short story from shifting perspectives. A quiet neurotic traveller finds the world creeping into his life in many ways.
The Russian Blonde by Robert Hendry The Russian Blonde by Robert Hendry Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 50690 words Read a sample
Free e-book. The Lidiya Petrova series follows the lovely young wife of Russian Admiral Mikhail Petrov as different factions vie for power in the 1980s Soviet Union. Land, sea and air action, a chemical weapons plot to attack Scandinavia, submarines, Spetsnaz, a manhunt and romance in a convincing setting from an author who studied the USSR for over 30 years. Taste the series with this FREE e-book
Vigilante by A Grant Vigilante by A Grant Feb. 06, 2012 $4.99 151019 words Sample 10%
A shootout in a warehouse is just the beginning of the chase for agent Warren Dayle. The killer is as elusive as he is deadly, and clearly this killer is a man on a mission and he is far from done. Who is he? Why is he preying on criminals? Why are there so many obstacles placed in Dayle's way to prevent him from getting to his man? Who is the Vigilante's ultimate target?
Night Eyes - Twilight by Dallas Releford Night Eyes - Twilight by Dallas Releford Feb. 05, 2012 $1.99 106369 words Sample 20%
Senator Frank Norton, an ambitious contender for the office of President of the United States survives a deadly ambush in Montana. He retreats to a retirement home where his daughter Ashley is the administrator. Aware of his ruthless political agenda, she prepares for a long battle to destroy him before he can destroy humanity.
The Reverend by Christamar Varicella The Reverend by Christamar Varicella Feb. 05, 2012 $4.99 73937 words Sample 20%
In the 1970's, the so-called "voodoo preacher" terrorizes a sleepy southern town. Thirty years later, Peter Marshall returns to the town of his birth hoping to learn the truth, but what he uncovers is more than he bargained for. Based on a true story, Harper Lee once planned to write about the Reverend. Now, at long last, Christamar Varicella has done it.
Painted Leo: Short Story by Jade Alyse Painted Leo: Short Story by Jade Alyse Feb. 05, 2012 Free! 1751 words Read a sample
A woman disguises herself as a Parisian courtesan, and with a bottle of illegal Absinthe and the thirst for retribution guiding her, seduces a French artist by asking him to make her body his greatest work to date...but will it be the last one he ever creates...?
The Mary Jane Mission by Daniel Wyatt The Mary Jane Mission by Daniel Wyatt Feb. 05, 2012 $5.99 55614 words Sample 20%
A B29 Superfortress continues its 1945 bombing mission on Japan, but the year is 1990, and the race is on to stop a catastrophe.
Eleven: Science Fiction Stories by Michael Canfield Eleven: Science Fiction Stories by Michael Canfield Feb. 05, 2012 $4.99 46607 words Sample 20%
This edition combines all the stories in the two shorter collections: APOCALYPSE X 7 and SCIFIDARK. The Language of Monsters, Landing Day, The Mushroom King, Cure!, Hour of the Snowflake, Wednesday, Think of a Pink Ship, Facts About Gel, The Crossing, A Flavor of Quark, and Junk Silver.
Freeview: The Deleons - Satine Tierney Book 2 by Kristine Decoyly Freeview: The Deleons - Satine Tierney Book 2 by Kristine Decoyly Feb. 05, 2012 Free! 1103 words Read a sample
Get a sneak peek at the first chapter of the second Satine Tierney book.
Threatened Love by S.G. McKinley Threatened Love by S.G. McKinley Feb. 05, 2012 $5.95 15707 words Sample 10%
She is love by one man, but yet another threatens to destroy that relationship.
Murder with Mayhem by S.G. McKinley Murder with Mayhem by S.G. McKinley Feb. 05, 2012 $5.95 22450 words Sample 10%
A sordid tale of murder, kidnapping, and twisted attitudes.
Reprisal by Rob Alexander Reprisal by Rob Alexander Feb. 05, 2012 $2.99 93322 words Sample 20%
Chaos all over the US and Europe. Ritter must be stopped before he can strike again. Trying to get revenge on those who stopped his attack cost him his life and his laptop. Symonds disappeared with the laptop, unaware anyone was looking for it. Al Qaeda need the laptop back and will stop at nothing to get it. The authorities must recover the laptop before Al Qaeda; at any cost.The chase is on!
The Deadly Secret of Dr. Arcanum Lock's Evolutionary Spirit Project: A Bodacious Baby Boomer Escapade by Sara Barton The Deadly Secret of Dr. Arcanum Lock's Evolutionary Spirit Project: A Bodacious Baby Boomer Escapade by Sara Barton Feb. 05, 2012 $3.99 37541 words Sample 15%
What happened at Dr. Arcanum Lock's camp for child psychics back in 1965? What was the Evolutionary Spirit Project? Were they really taught to channel spirits, or was something else, something far more dangerous and sinister going on? What does it have to do with national security today? Spies, lies, and bad guys are out to get Gillian Goodwin and her friends, unless she can unravel the mystery.
That Summer Night by N. Jaber That Summer Night by N. Jaber Feb. 05, 2012 Free! 1602 words Read a sample
"Lisa jumped into my arms, and for the first time I noticed how smooth her skin was." In the midst of a warm summer night, Lisa's grandfather sees things in her that he knows he shouldn't.
Blood Never Dries by Fred Jay Gordon Blood Never Dries by Fred Jay Gordon Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 124655 words Sample 20%
Haunted by his near-death experience, Max Star is being hunted. He believes religions cause war but Max's faith is in love, not ideology. Threatened by some of the religious Orthodox, Max wakes up with a naked dead woman in his bed on the day he is scheduled to hold his biggest rally ever for his new Compassionate Judaism movement. Somebody wants Max dead and Max is desperate to understand why.
The Last Generation by Guy Singer The Last Generation by Guy Singer Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 92622 words Sample 15%
What would happen if Jesus didn't die on the cross? More importantly, what would his reaction be if he arrived in the year 2012? This book explores just that scenario. Through the eyes of three brothers, we see the thrilling action unfold.
Circle of Bones by Christine Kling Circle of Bones by Christine Kling Feb. 04, 2012 $3.99 148133 words Sample 20%
Circle of Bones is an adventure thriller introducing Maggie Riley, a former US Marine, and Cole Thatcher, a maritime archeologist. They are racing to find the wreck of the WWII submarine Surcouf before the inner circle of Skull and Bones buries their secrets and seizes control of the US government for good.
Sinocide by Frederick Fisher Sinocide by Frederick Fisher Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 82944 words Sample 20%
Five years after the Tiananmen Square Massacre, will hard-line Communist leaders again suppress dissent or will the demands for democracy and freedom prevail? This fast-moving political thriller takes you into the deepest realms of Chinese political maneuvering, covert activities and surprising political alliances.
the brain trust by R. A. Scarborough the brain trust by R. A. Scarborough Feb. 04, 2012 $5.99 39871 words Sample 20%
Dr. Miller didn't think anything could be worse than losing her husband. she was wrong
Trade-Off by Tom Casey Trade-Off by Tom Casey Feb. 04, 2012 $4.99 118349 words Sample 20%
Meet Steven Hunter. A British policeman, he has been seconded to the FBI. When a corpse is found in Montana with a human femur driven through the top of its skull, it is beyond the capabilities of the local police. Hunter is assigned to the case. But someone doesn’t want him to find it. Trade-Off is perfect for fans of Dan Brown, Robert Harris and Clive Cussler.
Hollywood and Wine by RM Pala Hollywood and Wine by RM Pala Feb. 04, 2012 $0.99 83172 words Sample 20%
A transcontinental Cinderella story set in the Great Depression-Kirkus review Linda McLane journeys from England to California, rescued from a terrible life by her glamourous actress aunt. She sees the best and worst of America, falls in love, and prospers. But her world crashes, leaving her once again in danger. No one will anticipate the final plot twists and their shocking revelations.
Suzanne Degnan by Sherry Wood Suzanne Degnan by Sherry Wood Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 94745 words Read a sample
Based on a true story. Sarah, a young bassist, is challenged when, in 1996, she and her band move into a Chicago apartment building that turns out to be a murder-vortex. Back in 1946, the building was a scene of "The Crime of the Century" where six-year old Suzanne Degnan was murdered. Now the angry spirit has returned, and it is Sarah's job to find out why.
Island Run by CK Kennedy Island Run by CK Kennedy Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 87610 words Sample 5%
Oahu resident Lindsay Mason briefly becomes a hostage in the Lanakila Mall. Within hours, she’s on the run with charismatic Nicholas Bennett, a laid-back, high-profile islander as her only resource for survival. As the pursuit intensifies, Nick calls upon his contacts to keep Lindsay alive. In an elaborate scheme, they take down the perpetrators and their illicit international operations.
Diaries of Mrs. Nectar by Nikida Taste Diaries of Mrs. Nectar by Nikida Taste Feb. 04, 2012 $0.99 18959 words Sample 40%
NAUGHTY, CAN BE SO NICE! at least, that's what Chanel thinks. Just about every scene will have you on the edge of your seat.
The Last Flight of the Arrow by Daniel Wyatt The Last Flight of the Arrow by Daniel Wyatt Feb. 04, 2012 $5.99 62246 words Sample 20%
The terminated Avro Arrow supersonic fighter blasts its way across the Pacific on a vital mission to save the Free World and avert World War III.
Running With No Feet by Jemmie Adams Running With No Feet by Jemmie Adams Feb. 04, 2012 $9.99 49321 words Sample 10%
What would happen if you worked for a powerful sociopath? What would be your punishment if a project went wrong? Follow Steve and his boss Victor Diamond's physical rant. See what happens as Steve scrambles to protect everyone he loves when Victor Diamond's main objective is to relocate them below ground.
Hunter's Find by June Kramin Hunter's Find by June Kramin Feb. 04, 2012 $4.99 79104 words Sample 15%
Hunt is a small town Sheriff who finds himself in for more than he bargained for when he discovers Mandy beaten and unconscious. After repeated attempts of escaping him, he finds himself now her captive instead. Mandy convinces him she’s after her husband who has kidnapped their daughter and will stop at nothing to find her.
Schaduwzijde by Luc Vos Schaduwzijde by Luc Vos Feb. 04, 2012 $4.99 64181 words Sample 20%
Antwerpen. Een druilerige zomerdag. Ruw verstoord door een gruwelijke moord. Zoals ze nog nooit gezien hebben in deze Sinjorenstad. Een éénmalig iets? Niet, blijkt snel. De race tegen de klok start. Kan de politie de dader tijdig stoppen? Of zijn de persoonlijke spoken van de rechercheurs een zware hinderpaal in deze haast onmogelijke strijd? Zonder aanknopingspunt.
The quiet River (psychological thriller Russian edition) by Natasha A. Salnikova The quiet River (psychological thriller Russian edition) by Natasha A. Salnikova Feb. 04, 2012 $1.99 92868 words Sample 10%
Однажды Лиза и Мэтт Коллинз решили провести выходные в тихом городке, где их четырехлетний мальчишка встретил женщину, сказавшую, что он выглядит, как ее сын. Семья возвращается домой и Лиза узнает, что она беременна. Вскоре погибает ассистентка Мэта, а потом Лиза теряет неродившегося ребенка во время нападения грабителей. Коллинзы думали, что хуже уже быть не может, но как мало они знали.
Mirrors by Shane Rynhart Mirrors by Shane Rynhart Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 1698 words Read a sample
A man obsessed with his looks gets into some serious trouble...
The Girl in the Queue by Deepankar The Girl in the Queue by Deepankar Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 6910 words Sample 54%
Small town boy sees a beautiful girl at the bus stand. He can’t bring himself to talk to her even though he desperately falls in love with her. When he finally does, he discovers she is shrouded in mystery. She is so distant that he couldn’t bring himself to speak his heart. Would he be successful in love? Would he know her secret? At what cost? A boy meets girl story with a twist.
Mindful Commitment by Kyrica Veney Mindful Commitment by Kyrica Veney Feb. 03, 2012 $1.99 40802 words Sample 15%
When Dr. Emma Sanchez is found guilty of murdering her husband of 23 years, her family will stop at nothing to prove her innocence. Along the way, Emma's friend and psychologist Renee Parrish discovers things about Emma that she never thought imaginable. As secret voices take over Emma's life, it's up to Renee to uncover the truth. Guilty or not? Real life illness or just an act to commit murder?
Night Eyes - The Candidate by Dallas Releford Night Eyes - The Candidate by Dallas Releford Feb. 03, 2012 $1.99 134215 words Sample 20%
Senator Frank Norton, an aspiring candidate for President of the United States retreats to a nursing home run by his daughter Ashley Norton after a failed assassination attempt only to find more danger waiting for him. His genetically engineered daughters, Ashley and Tracy vow to use their super powers to stop him from destroying society as we know it.
What's Truth Got To Do With It? by David Crigman What's Truth Got To Do With It? by David Crigman Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 124957 words Sample 20%
When an intruder fatally stabs Paul Checkley and inflicts horrific injuries on his wife, the police are convinced that Gary Trevors is the culprit even though the evidence is flimsy and circumstantial.
The Caged Boys by Matthew Stephens The Caged Boys by Matthew Stephens Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 40225 words Sample 15%
When William's family is driven out of their village by Mr. Black and his evil band of "Dark Men", he is forced to live off the land to survive. Years later his son, Junior, is kidnapped and taken to Mr.Black's cave where he is forced to fight to the death in the epic "Cage Battles"
Times of Trouble: a Christian thriller novel by Cliff Ball Times of Trouble: a Christian thriller novel by Cliff Ball Feb. 03, 2012 $2.99 45448 words Sample 20%
Told in first person point of view, Brian Atwood, our main character, works for the FBI in Omaha. His work involves mostly cyber terrorism and actual cases of potential real world terrorism. Recruited to become personal bodyguard for POTUS. His faith as a Christian is tested daily working with POTUS, along with having a wife who is dying of cancer. We follow Brian as the US falls apart.