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The Assassin’s Case by Craig Alexander

The Assassin’s Case by Craig Alexander

For sixteen years former FBI agent Grant Sawyer has longed for the day when he can reap vengeance on the man who murdered his family. When he foils the theft of a briefcase containing an exotic biological weapon, he gets his chance.

A sniper in the elite FBI Hostage Rescue Team, Grant was forced to shoot the son of a prominent racketeer in the line of duty. In retribution a contract was placed on Grant’s family, resulting in their murders. Frustrated after a year passed without the killer being brought to justice, Grant attempted to take the law in his own hands, ending his career in the FBI. Now he is a forty-year old security guard, embittered by the lust for vengeance, and laden with grief over the loss of his family. While at the mall he interrupts an exchange and gains possession of a briefcase. The case belongs to the assassin who killed his family, Jimmy “Boom” Tedesco, and he wants it back. As an incentive he offers Grant the cure for the poison coating its handle.
When the two men meet, Grant wants nothing more than revenge, to spill the hit-man’s blood. But his vengeance will have to wait. Though reluctant, he is convinced to help the assassin fulfill a mission of mercy. A mission to rescue a kidnapped family and to help the killer salve his own remorse laden conscience. But Grant makes one thing clear: “When this is over, no power on heaven or earth will keep me from sending you to hell.”

An action-packed adventure with two reluctant participants; one seeks redemption, the other retribution. Who will survive?

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Psycoms by J. Traveler Pelton

Psycoms by J. Traveler Pelton

Maletha Evans knew one thing for sure; the military was trying to steal her children, and she was not going to allow them to succeed. If you like paranormal, mild romance, mental telepathy, wildly gifted kids, horrible bad guys, and believe we may have a sneaky government, you are going to love this book.

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First Drive: A Seph Vermillion Western Adventure by David Fitz-Gerald

First Drive: A Seph Vermillion Western Adventure by David Fitz-Gerald

Grab your hat, step into your boots, and strap on those spurs. Your cow pony is saddled up and ready to ride the trail from San Antonio to Abilene.

Seph Vermillion grew up dirt poor. As long as he can remember, he’s been pushing a plow and arguing with a mule. A couple of times a year, a trio of bandits ravage the family farm and make off with their savings.

Pa never returned home after the war. Seph’s siblings have been gone so long, he doesn’t remember what they look like. When Ma dies after a long illness, Seph trades the family farm for a horse named Sheriff. The kid next door tells Seph about the Deatherage Longhorn Cattle Ranch. The allure of adventure beckons. They partner up and hit the trail. Lacking skills, they are the last cowboys hired and agree to work for half pay.

The outfit’s top hand, Stoke Moreland, pranks, taunts, and threatens Seph. Why does the seasoned cowboy seem intent on driving him off? Seph doesn’t know much about self-defense, but he is tired of being a victim and feeling violated. How long can he turn the other cheek?

The trail is fraught with hazards from perilous river crossings to the mother of all stampedes. When they realize they’re being tracked, followed, and hunted, a growing sense of doom overwhelms the fledgling outfit of cowboys who are still wet behind the ears. The outlaws that plagued Seph’s past have followed them and they are determined to take the herd. Their plan is simple: pit the cowboys against each other, pick them off one by one, and stampede the beeves.

Since they left San Antonio, the drovers have looked forward to whooping it up at the end of the trail. That was before somebody began killing cowboys. Now, Abilene seems like an impossible dream. Will anybody make it to the end of the trail?

Sign on with the Dagger D, Angry R brand—First Drive is calling your name.

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Wyoming Sundown: a romantic western adventure by Cricket Rohman

Wyoming Sundown: a romantic western adventure by Cricket Rohman

Let cowboys in blizzard conditions, life-saving animals, and the three women who love them all—entertain you. Wyoming Sundown is about family, fate, and a perilous journey. Will they make it home for Christmas? Come along for the ride!

Frustrated after years of inactivity, Clint McAllister creates a challenge, a contest that will bring the McAllister men together again. At least that’s what he told his wife, Alice. Though the idea lifted the veil of ongoing depression, it placed his sons, Trace and Troy, in great danger. Will these cowboys agree to take their dad’s challenge and ride horseback across the remote wastelands of Wyoming in the dead of winter?

Alice is furious with Clint and his foolish plan. It was almost Christmas, a bad time for such nonsense. This impossible competition has disaster written all over it, so she dreams up a secret plan of her own that includes Hannah and Ivy, her sons’ fiancés. The women head to Wyoming and prepare for the holiday. Fortunately, the presence of canines, kittens, a small boy, and a strong-willed horse infuses the worrisome situation with laughter and joy—now and then.

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Flight of the Vessel by Robert Clifton Storey Jr

Flight of the Vessel by Robert Clifton Storey Jr

Step into a world where magic entwines with spirituality, where destiny unfolds in the whispers of a dream, and where love blossoms amidst the tumult of battle.

On her nineteenth birthday, Angelterra, princess of Palzintine, finds her peaceful existence shattered by an invading horde. In his pursuit of ultimate power, Shutharja, a sorcerer and cleric of the Fallen Spirit, unleashes a war of shock and plunder upon the kingdoms surrounding the Imperial Sea.

With her beloved kingdom captured and her dear parents presumably slaughtered in the failed defense of her homeland, Angelterra and her protector, a lady knight named Jeela, must flee Palzintine. During their desperate flight, these two young women are relentlessly pursued by monstrous beasts and dark agents of Shutharja. Through a dream, the Vision Dream, the Heavenly Father’s voice echoes through her mind and heart, offering Angelterra a set of cryptic quests to unravel—which she can reveal to no one. She incorporates these secret quests into her personal crusade to liberate her conquered homeland and repel the encroaching army of darkness that threatens to engulf the world.

Amidst the chaos of war, a reluctant, nomadic wizard crosses her path. Despite his initial unwillingness to aid her cause, an unexpected passion ignites between them. As their magical bond deepens—a bond that doesn’t fully belong to just them—Angelterra begins to suspect that winning over this reticent ally, combining their powers, and solving the meaning of her mysterious private quests may all be key to saving her people—and the rest of the world—from the sorcerer’s tyranny.

This gripping tale is part of a larger saga, the Vision Dream Series, spanning five novels, each book delving deeper into Angelterra’s quest and the fantastical realms she traverses. Additionally, you will explore the journeys of many other captivating characters across myriad locations in this rich world, each with their own story arcs and integral roles in the ultimate defeat of the evil sorcerer. From brave warriors to cunning strategists, to unlikely couples, their efforts converge to form the backbone that supports Angelterra’s secret quests.

For avid fantasy aficionados craving epic battles and mythical realms, for romance enthusiasts yearning for love stories that transcend time and adversity, for seekers of spiritual enlightenment intertwined with magical wonders—this story is your portal to a much greater adventure.

Join Angelterra as she navigates treacherous landscapes, confronts celestial prophecies, and grapples with the eternal struggle between the forces of light and those of darkness.Discover why Angelterra’s quest is not just an adventure—it’s a testament to the enduring power of love, faith, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.

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Hunter for Prey

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When the great white shark population is in steady decline due to another apex predator, it’s to up to the biologist to figure out what to do before it’s too late.

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Way of the Ronin: The Samurai Cowboys – Book Three by Nate Wagner

Way of the Ronin: The Samurai Cowboys – Book Three by Nate Wagner

Way of the Ronin is the third and final book in The Samurai Cowboys trilogy, and the exciting western series that’s been described as a mashup of the “Outlaw Josey Wales” meets “The Last Samurai” meets “John Wick”.

Following the ambitious confrontation with his Benefactor in the Way of the Viper … the cold, dark months of winter have passed, and Cade Wilson knows the fight for his freedom is not over.

Presumed dead after a devastating train explosion in Colorado, Cade has retreated into the shadows while secretly training a new student in the ancient Way of the Samurai. But an enemy from Cade’s past believes he is still alive and has threatened the family he loves.

Forced out of hiding, Cade must face his former master and choose between loyalty to the samurai code or loyalty to his Benefactor, with his soul and the future of a town hanging in the balance.

The finale is an action-packed, heart-pounding adventure where the stakes are life or death in this thrilling Western epic filled with danger, redemption, and the unbreakable spirit of a samurai warrior.

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Be My Boo by Misha Crews

Be My Boo by Misha Crews

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Stuck with a swoony firefighter in a haunted house? There are probably worse ways to spend Halloween night. A spirited photographer, a handsome firefighter, and a dog named Boo must navigate eerie corridors and dodge supernatural hijinks to solve the ghostly mystery that’s been haunting a spooky mansion for generations. (Delivers cozy, spooky vibes and a chemistry filled closed-door romance.)

What do readers say?
★★★★★ “This book kept me reading too late into the night and from the things that needed to get done. I literally couldn’t put it down and read it in two sessions. Great book!”
★★★★★ “I absolutely loved this book! The twists and turns I did not see them coming at all.”
★★★★ “I did not know what I was expecting from this little novella, but this blew my expectations out of the water! There was emotional depth and character development! I laughed, I cried, I had such hope for these two! And Boo is my favorite!”

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The Treasure of Adonis by C.S. Kjar

The Treasure of Adonis by C.S. Kjar

In 1964, Charlea Ludlow, a solitary librarian in a small Texas town, clings to the fading hope that her husband, missing since the Korean War, will one day return. Her quiet life is shattered when two strangers arrive, seeking her help with an old, cryptic letter that hints at a hidden treasure buried somewhere in town. Drawn into their quest, Charlea soon realizes they aren’t the only ones hunting for the fortune—shadowy figures with dangerous motives lurk nearby. As the search takes darker turns, Charlea finds herself caught between the ghosts of her past and the uncertain promise of what lies ahead.

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Return to Hair of the Dog: Hair of the Dog series book 2 by Jean Luntz

Return to Hair of the Dog: Hair of the Dog series book 2 by Jean Luntz

Spirits still talk through Gregory Davenport and their warnings are ominous. Letty Carlyle’s dangerous past finally catches up with her when murderous ex-boyfriend Mikey O’Shea returns to Chicago. Working with One-Arm Nettles, O’Shea is looking for Letty and Grace Flanagan. Will Nettles join the Davenports in protecting the gals, or will his criminal past allow him to turn a blind eye, giving O’Shea freedom to commit his maniacal rampage?

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Moonlight Skull by Yurie Kiri

Moonlight Skull by Yurie Kiri

Moonlight Skull – winner in Unpublished Fiction category – 2024 Beach Book Festival

“Hey!” Gigi said. “What are you doing?” The sight of the big man carrying a bloody skull freaked her out and she wanted to run.
“Relax,” Bob said. “Señor Ocotillo just wants to watch…” He held the skull carefully and let it watch her. “He hasn’t had any in a while since as you can see he’s dead…” He held the skull and watched quietly for a while as skull shaped moonlight shadows played on the canyon wall.

Margarita stared at the huge apparition that approached her. It was like some kind of evil nightmare had materialized right out of a bad dream. He was even more evil and more dangerous than before. He was someone who was supposed to be dead because she’d watched him die. She started to scream as he got closer.

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If There Be Witches, Spirits Will Walk by Jean Luntz

If There Be Witches, Spirits Will Walk by Jean Luntz

Salem is a dark and treacherous world where witch hunts have ignited terror. As hysteria grips her neighbors, Charity is targeted by a relentless assailant. Seeking a refuge, Charity’s father, Osborne, sends her to Dansford’s Farms near Boston, but the danger persists. The farm holds secrets of its own. Former tenant, Philip, wrongly executed for a crime he didn’t commit, leaving the property tainted with rumors of a haunting. As Osborne and Philip’s cousin, Liam, work to solve the mystery, they discover a wider conspiracy at work in the colony. When the living join forces with the dead, will the four successfully save Osborne’s farm, solve the murders, and put an end to the darker forces?

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Way of the Viper: The Samurai Cowboys – Book Two by Nate Wagner

Way of the Viper: The Samurai Cowboys – Book Two by Nate Wagner

Book Two of The Samurai Cowboys trilogy begins with a DISPATCH from Joseph Whitmore II to all big game hunters –– deadly bounty hunters that are willing to take the risk as they track down the most dangerous men for big rewards.

Cade Wilson, alias Viper and one of three orphans of the Civil War trained in the Way of the Samurai, turned his back on his Benefactor in his desire for freedom. But the blood on Cade’s hands cannot be undone, and Whitmore will stop at nothing to get retribution and see that Viper does not interfere with his business.

To be free, Cade must take a dangerous journey to confront his Benefactor and face Toshi, Whitmore’s personal bodyguard and the man who trained him.

But Cade is not alone. He discovers that he’s not the only one with a wounded heart or a painful past, and he will need to trust his new friends to find his way and survive with deadly hunters on his trail.

** Readers refer to Way of the Viper as the “Empire Strikes Back” of the trilogy. Action-packed with bold new characters and layers of confrontation that set the table for the third and final book: Way of the Ronin. **

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Warriors of the Forgotten Way: The Samurai Cowboys – Book One by Nate Wagner

Warriors of the Forgotten Way: The Samurai Cowboys – Book One by Nate Wagner

Book one of this action-packed western series begins with the story of three orphans of the Civil War who are trained in the Way of the Samurai by a warrior from Japan, and used by their Benefactor to ruthlessly expand his landholdings in the New Mexico Territory in the years leading up to the railroad advancing west to California.

When one of the three samurai cowboys feels a conflict between his loyalty to the Way and his honor bound servitude to the greedy ambitions of their Benefactor, he wants out. But he will discover that some allegiances cannot be undone, and his freedom will come at the ultimate cost.

This “Outlaw Josey Wales” meets “The Last Samurai” meets “John Wick” tale is a Wild West alternate history/fiction adventure for readers who enjoy a good matinee novel and have an affinity for gunfighters and samurai lore.

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A Gift of the Stars by M.L. Dunker

A Gift of the Stars by M.L. Dunker

Price drop to $.99! A foreign ambassador has been murdered; his wife dragged away for treason. The children are missing, and the country of Kerek is on the brink of civil war. A storyteller to the West Islands King, a spy no taller than the Kereki King’s walking stick, and a Conrosan boy who claims he is from the streets of Kerek City, find themselves unlikely traveling companions. Willow, Red, and Koanga each have secrets, and their own reasons for fleeing Kerek for the nearest Matasi seaport. They may be strangers to each other but not to the trouble that sticks to their heels like the high desert dust. Enemies or allies, or something in between. Or perhaps the better question is, “Who will make it to the sea?”

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Scales of Rage: The Dragon Within Book I by David Angelo

Scales of Rage: The Dragon Within Book I by David Angelo

In a world where mythical dragons live in the shadows of abandoned subway tunnels, Nathan Van Cleef is just trying to survive life as a teenager. Plagued by a mysterious “forever flu” that leaves him bedridden and despondent, Nathan’s dreams of a normal life seem as unreachable as the stars. But a series of extraordinary events unveils a secret long hidden within his family—one that thrusts him into a world of ancient sanctums, powerful dragonkin, and deadly adversaries.

On what should be a triumphant graduation day, Nathan’s life takes a shocking turn when he’s struck by a car and awakens to find scales growing across his body. This startling transformation is just the beginning. As Nathan delves deeper into his family’s past, he discovers that his father’s legacy is intertwined with the secretive DC Sanctum, a covert group of dragon-human hybrids dedicated to preserving the balance between their two worlds.

With newfound abilities awakening within him, Nathan must navigate a treacherous path filled with fierce battles, ancient grudges, and dark secrets that could threaten everything he holds dear. Allies and enemies emerge from unexpected places, testing Nathan’s courage and resolve as he learns to harness the dragon within. From the bustling streets of New York to hidden sanctuaries, Nathan’s journey is fraught with peril and wonder.

As Nathan grapples with his own weaknesses and those who wish him harm, he learns that the greatest battles are fought not with claws and fire, but with courage and heart.

Join Nathan on an epic adventure where the lines between myth and reality blur, and destiny awaits those bold enough to embrace the dragon within.

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Trail of Fate The Arduous Quest Series (Book 1 Western Adventure Novels) by B. S. Daniels

About Trail of Fate The Arduous Quest Series (Book 1 Western Adventure Novels) by B. S. Daniels:

THE TRAIL OF FATE
The sun rises. Is it fate?
The moon rises. Is it fate?
The people we meet and the places where we travel. Is it fate?
All the many roads, twists, and turns, the people who come and go in our lives.
Fate . . . What does it have in store for you?

Step into the rugged world of the 1890s West in the debut novel, The Trail of Fate by B.S. Daniels.
Follow Reg, a man torn between his test of will in his quest for justice and the welfare of all he holds dear.
Will he find the cattle rustlers or lose everything he holds dear?
Will fate give him justice or despair?

Awarded An Exceptional Editorial Book Review Given by Reader’s Favorite August 2024.~ “Destined to become a Western Classic!”

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Thunder Road-Goodyear, God and Gatorade by Tom McAuliffe

Thunder Road-Goodyear, God and Gatorade by Tom McAuliffe

It was 120 degrees in the pits and 120mph on the track!

In the heat of a Southern summer, when the cicadas sang their endless dirge and the kudzu vines threatened to swallow entire towns, men turned to stock car racing. It was the 1960s, a time of transition and turmoil, and in the South, racing wasn’t just a sport; it was a way of life.

This is the story of the gutsy drivers and their speed machines during the golden
Age of Stock car racing on everything from dirt tracks to concrete ovals across the
Southland of America. In the sweltering summer sun they fought for money reputation and glory of having ‘bragging rights’.

From the smell of peanuts, beer and cotton candy to gasoline, buying rubber and human sweat It was a special time and place when the new sport of Stock car racing came into being. This is their story of speed, camaraderie and culture!

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