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Engelska, 202233 kr
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‘Fast paced, twisty and unpredictable. I couldn't put this book down, I devoured it in one sitting and it kept me guessing right until the end.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The chase is on in this utterly suspenseful and unputdownable mystery from New York Times bestselling author Mary Burton. After being on the run for the last nine months, Kristen Rodale has finally settled in a small town in Virginia, where she hopes her dangerous and deadly brother Benito can never find her.But former FBI agent, Dane Cambia, has other ideas: after his sister died at the hands of Kristen's brother, he wants to hunt Kristen down and use her as bait to get his final revenge on Benito.Cambia manages to locate Kristen, setting his plan in motion. But playing into the killer’s hands is just the beginning of Kristen and Cambia’s new nightmare… Previously published as Wise Moves Readers LOVE Find You!‘Packed to the rafters with tension and suspense and so many heart stopping moments. Gripping and so intense. Another fantastic five star read from this author.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A thrilling five-star read. This is fast paced and thrilling and everything you expect from this great author.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A wonderful fast afternoon read.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An intense and well-paced romantic suspense that keeps the reader engaged.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A fast-paced and addictive romantic thriller.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Engelska, 202270 kr
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‘What a scorcher of a thriller! I was sucked in from the very first page and I couldn't put it down!’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An unsolved mystery ignites a deadly game of chess in this scorching thriller from New York Times bestselling author Mary Burton. A year after the infamous arsonist Nero was found dead in one of his latest fires, journalist Darcy Sampson receives a tip that the body found at the scene wasn't Nero at all. Determined to solve the case, Darcy heads to her small hometown in Virginia to track Michael Gannon, an arsonist investigator who refuses to believe that Nero is dead.But when a new series of fires in the area have a remarkable resemblance to the arsonist's previous work, Darcy and Gannon are in a race against time to put a stop to Nero once and for all.But Nero is ready and waiting for them, and he intends on teaching both Gannon and Darcy one last, fatal lesson. Previously published as The Arsonist Readers LOVE Playing With Fire!‘Oooooh I loved this one! This book had a bit of everything! It had suspense, intrigue, action and a great who done it!’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Well written with a strong plotline and well-developed characters. I couldn't put it down, it was gripping, twisty and unpredictable.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Wow Mary Burton this is what I call a THRILLER.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A brilliant read. I loved it.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Loved this book, it was fast paced, had a bit of everything, romance, suspense and thrills. I read it in a day, as I was hooked from the first chapter.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Engelska, 202270 kr
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‘Mary does it again with another thrill ride of a book! So many twists and turns right from the start.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Old secrets are hard to keep buried in this gritty and gripping novel of suspense from New York Times bestselling author Mary Burton. Kelsey Warren may now be a high-flying journalist, but she’s never forgiven her reckless mother Donna for abandoning her as a teenager.Yet when Kelsey returns to her hometown and discovers her mother’s body at the bottom of a flooded quarry with a gunshot wound in her chest, Kelsey’s world is flipped upside down. Her mother didn’t desert her; she was killed.Despite Sheriff Mitch Garrett's pleas to leave the case alone, Kelsey is determined to uncover the truth about her mother. But small towns hide big secrets, and someone has their eye on Kelsey and is set on silencing her for good. Previously published as In Dark Waters Readers LOVE Keep You Close!‘Love anything by this author and this one did not disappoint! Absolutely fantastic.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Well written with a compelling storyline and well-developed characters. A good amount of twists and suspense and unpredictability that left me guessing until the end.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I really enjoyed this book… Definitely recommend.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Mary Burton’s books are always a must read… A fast paced, fast moving story.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Mary Burton is a class act. Her writing is consistently brilliant and Keep You Close is no exception.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Loved it! Keep You Close is a wild and terrifying ride. Highly enjoyable and I had a hard time putting it down!’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Lots of twists and turns with gritty characters that you cant help but love. Once you start reading you can't put it down!’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely devour anything that Mary Burton writes. She is an automatic go-to author for me to grab and read. She has definitely done it again!’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Engelska, 2010100 kr
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I'm Watching You is sensational thriller from Mary Burton. HIS VICTIMSThe first kill was easy. The second even easier. No guilt, no remorse, just a rush of adrenaline surging through him as each life drains away, and the pleasure of knowing that their deaths will help his beloved Lindsay. And there are many more who will die . . .HIS GAMEThe first twisted gift to Lindsay O'Neil arrives hidden in a bouquet of flowers. When her estranged husband, Detective Zack Kier, is assigned to the case, Lindsay's past comes back with a vengeance. Because only Zack knows the dark secret she lives with - or so she thinks. Now nothing can prepare her for the nightmare to come . . .HIS OBSESSIONEverything Lindsay's stalker does, every life he takes, is for her. But when Lindsay spurns his gifts, she and those she loves most become targets of a depraved madman whose rage is growing, and who is waiting, watching, closer than she ever feared...Move over Alex Cross - Burton introduces new detective heroes Jacob Warwick and Zack Kier, hunting down serial killers in Virginia, USA. I'm Watching You is another classic from the American Queen of Crime, Mary Burton.Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!' Lisa Jackson 'Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton's taut, well-paced novel' Publishers Weekly Mary Burton is the critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Merciless and Senseless - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
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Engelska, 2010100 kr
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Dead Ringer is the latest crime novel from Mary Burton, America's Queen of Crime. SOME NIGHTMARESBeside each body, the killer leaves a simple charm bearing a woman's name. The victims are strangers to each other, but they have been chosen with the utmost care. Each bears a striking resemblance to Kendall Shaw, a local TV presenter, and each is brutally strangled by a madman whose obsession will never end...DON'T FADEIn front of the cameras, Kendall is the picture of stylish confidence. But at night she's haunted by disturbing nightmares that feel like fragmented memories of a childhood she can't remember. Despite warnings from Detective Jacob Warwick, Kendall can't stop investigating the recent string of murders. She knows she holds the key to catching an obsessed psychopath - if he doesn't get to her first...WITH DAYLIGHTThe deeper Kendall and Jacob dig into the victims' backgrounds, the more terrifying the discoveries. From the shadows of the past, a legacy of evil has resurfaced. Every murder, every moment has been leading to Kendall. And this time, nothing will stop the killer making her his final victim...Fans of Tess Gerritsen, Kathy Reichs, and Karin Slaughter will love Mary Burton's Dead Ringer. Much like The Seventh Victim and Before She Dies, Dead Ringer will have its readers in horrified suspense. Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!' Lisa Jackson'Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton's taut, well-paced novel' Publishers WeeklyMary Burton is the critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Merciless and Senseless - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
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Engelska, 2011100 kr
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Mary Burton's crime novel Dying Scream gives new meaning to the word suspense.NO ONE WILL FIND YOUAn aspiring artist. A high-school senior. A stripper. Three women who seemed to have nothing in common except their sudden disappearance. But one man knew them all. Wealthy, privileged Craig Thornton even claimed to love them. And for that, they paid the ultimate price.NO ONE WILL HEAR YOUWhen Adrianna Barrington receives an anniversary card from her husband Craig, she assumes it's a sick joke. After all, Craig is dead. But then come the whispered phone calls and beautiful flowers, all reminding her how much Craig misses her. While Adrianna begins to doubt her sanity, grisly remains are found on the Thornton estate. Detective Gage Hudson is convinced the bodies are linked to Craig. But the biggest shocks are yet to come.NO ONE WILL SAVE YOUA psychopath has taken up his chilling work again, each death a prelude to the moment when Adrianna is under his control at last. And the only way for Gage and Adrianna to stop him is to uncover the truth about a family's dark past and a twisted love that someone will kill for again and again. . .Another classic from the American Queen of crime. Fans of Tess Gerritsen, Kathy Reichs, and Karin Slaughter will love Mary Burton's Dying Scream. Much like The Seventh Victim and Before She Dies, Dying Scream will have its readers in horrified suspense. Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!' Lisa Jackson 'Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton's taut, well-paced novel' Publishers Weekly Mary Burton is the critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Merciless and Senseless - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
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Engelska, 2011100 kr
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Senseless is the first in a two-part series by Mary Burton - America's dark mistress of crime. Every Serial Killer Knows . . . The vicious burns scarring the victims' flesh reveal the agony of their last moments. Each woman was branded with a star, then stabbed through the heart. With every death, a vengeful killer finds a brief, blissful moment of calm . . . The Perfect Time . . . Ten years ago, Eva Rayburn and her sorority sisters were celebrating the end of the school year. That party turned into a nightmare Eva can't forget. Now she's trying to start over in her Virginia hometown, but a new nightmare has begun. Every victim is linked to her. And Detective Deacon Garrison isn't sure whether this mysterious woman needs investigating - or protecting . . . To Make His MarkOnly Eva's death will bring peace. Only her tortured screams will silence the rage that has been building for ten long years. Because what started that night at the sorority can never be stopped - not until the last victim has been marked for death . . .Senseless precedes Merciless in a two-part series from Mary Burton. What does the killer pass on in his cryptic message that leads to the drama of part two?Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!' Lisa Jackson 'Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton's taut, well-paced novel' Publishers Weekly Mary Burton is the critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Merciless and Senseless - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
E-bok
Engelska, 2012100 kr
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Merciless follows Senseless as the second in Mary Burton's thrilling two-part series. First you beg. Then you die . . . No PityEach skeleton is flawless - gleaming white and perfectly preserved, a testament to his skill. Every scrap of flesh has been removed to reveal the glistening bone beneath. And the collection is growing . . .No CompassionWhen bleached human bones are identified as belonging to a former patient of Dr James Dixon, Detective Malcolm Kier suspects the worst. Dixon was recently acquitted of attempted murder, thanks to defense attorney Angie Carlson. But as the body count rises, Kier is convinced that Angie is now the target of a brutal, brilliant psychopath.No Escape Angie is no stranger to the dark side of human nature. But nothing has prepared her for the decades-long legacy of madness and murder about to be revealed - or a killer ready to claim her as his ultimate trophy . . .Merciless follows on from Mary Burton's fantastic Senseless. Will Malcom Kier be able to piece together the clues that Deacon Garrison previously uncovered?Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!' Lisa Jackson 'Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton's taut, well-paced novel' Publishers WeeklyMary Burton is the critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Merciless and Senseless - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
E-bok
Engelska, 2012100 kr
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Mary Burton's Before She Dies is a masterpiece of suspense and psychological thrills. He Is Their Judge . . . In death, they are purified. Holding his victims under water, he washes away their sins as they struggle for their last breath. Then he stakes their bodies to the ground, exposing them for what they really are. Witches, sent to tempt and to corrupt . . . Jury . . . No one knows about defence attorney Charlotte Wellington's murdered sister, or about her childhood spent with the carnival that's just arrived in town. For Charlotte, what's past is past. But others don't agree. And as a madman's body count rises, she and Detective Daniel Rokov are drawn into a mission that's become terrifyingly personal . . . And ExecutionerAt last, she is within his reach. All his victims deserve their fate, but her guilt is greatest. And with every scream, he will make her see what it means to suffer and repent . . .Before She Dies will keep you guessing until the very end and leave you longing for more. Heroine Charlotte Wellington, who appeared in Senseless and Merciless, gets her own amazing story to tell and a hero at her side, Detective Daniel Rokov, who is willing to go toe-to-toe with the irascible Charlotte. Mary Burton's slick, pacy serial killer thriller Before She Dies is guaranteed to send a chill down your spine - a perfect read for fans of Tess Gerritsen, Kathy Reichs, and Karin Slaughter. Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!' Lisa Jackson 'Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton's taut, well-paced novel' Publishers Weekly Mary Burton is the critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Merciless and Senseless - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
Häftad, Engelska, 1998
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How can psychotherapists, counsellors and medical practitionersbest determine the most appropriate treatment for individualpatients in primary care? The growth of counselling and therapy inprimary care has been accompanied by pressure for shorter-term,brief treatments and evidence-based, managed care. Mary Burtonexamines these issues in detail, and the main focus is on thepractical assessment of patients and the selection of appropriatetreatment within the real world of service provision. This book isaimed at psychotherapists, counsellors, clinical psychologists andpsychiatrists in primary care, as well as general practitioners andservice managers with a serious interest in delivering bestpractice for their patients. They will find here:* a review of the major issues in counselling and psychotherapy inprimary care* a survey of the main psychotherapeutic approaches and the outcomeevidence relating to their application in clinical practice* a critical appraisal of the role of managed care and brieftherapies in primary mental health care* a useful, practical guide to assessment and to treatment andevaluation, illustrated extensively with case material and clinicalvignettes"The author, with many years of experience as a therapist in theNational Health Service, has successfully provided the vital bridgeto aid shared understanding. The arguments for short and long termtherapy, treatment modality and the role of assessment, which isvital for safe, effective practice, are covered in depth. . We havewaited a long time for this book, and I am sure it will remain thestandard text for many years to come." From the Foreword by DrGraham Curtis Jenkins Director, Counselling in Primary Care Trust"Mary Burton has clearly summarised many of the most complex issuesconcerning psychological therapies in the Health Service--fromapproaches to assessment to selection of outcome measures.Scholarly yet easy to read, this outstanding book could hardly bemore timely. It will be of utmost relevance to all concerned withpsychotherapy and counselling in public services, whether they beproviders or purchasers or researchers." Phil Mollon, Head ofClinical Psychology and Adult Psychotherapy Services ListerHospital, Stevenage
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Engelska, 2016148 kr
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THE SMALLEST MISTAKE Three went in; one came out. For five years, no trace has been found of two high-school friends who went hiking in the woods near Nashville. The third teen, Amber Ryder, was discovered at the bottom of a ravine with a broken arm, head trauma—and zero memory of the horror that put her there. WILL PUT YOU What started as a cold case has become a fresh hell for forensic technician Georgia Morgan. Another woman’s body is found in the woods, and it leads to the missing teens’ remains. But while Georgia works with Amber to try and reawaken her memories, her gut tells her the worst is yet to come. AT A KILLER’S MERCY Homicide Detective Jake Bishop can’t be sure whether Amber is an expert manipulator or the killer’s next target. Either way, he’s determined to protect Georgia. Because the deeper she digs into the past, the deadlier the secrets that emerge, and a nightmare years in the making is about to come to a bloody, terrifying end… Praise for Mary Burton’s You’re Not Safe “Burton once again demonstrates her romantic suspense chops with this taut novel.”--Publishers Weekly
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Engelska, 2016119 kr
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“Will have readers sleeping with the lights on.” --Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)HE IS THEIR JUDGE… In death, they are purified. Holding his victims under water, he washes away their sins as they struggle for their last breath. Then he stakes their bodies to the ground, exposing them for what they really are. Witches, sent to tempt and to corrupt… JURY… No one knows about defense attorney Charlotte Wellington’s murdered sister, or about her childhood spent with the carnival that’s just arrived in town. For Charlotte, what’s past is past. But others don’t agree. And as a madman’s body count rises, she and Detective Daniel Rokov are drawn into a mission that’s become terrifyingly personal… AND EXECUTIONER At last, she is within his reach. All his victims deserve their fate, but her guilt is greatest. And with every scream, he will make her see what it means to suffer and repent—before she dies… “Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton’s taut, well-paced novel.” —Publishers Weekly on Senseless
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Engelska, 2017148 kr
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A Virginia detective’s estranged wife is targeted by an obsessive killer in this psychological thriller by the New York Times bestselling author. The first kill was easy. The second much easier. No guilt, no remorse, just a rush of adrenaline surging through him as each life drains away, and the pleasure of knowing their deaths help his beloved Lindsay. And there are so many more who deserve to die . . . Lindsay O’Neil’s secret past is suddenly coming back with a vengeance. When she receives a twisted gift hidden in a bouquet of flowers, the detective assigned to the case is also her estranged husband. Only Zack knows the dark secret she lives with—or so she thinks. Now nothing can prepare her for the nightmare to come. Because everything Lindsay’s stalker does is for her. And spurning his gifts will only unleash the rage of a madman who’s far closer than she imagines . . .“Creepy and terrifying, it will give you chills.” —RT Book Reviews
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Engelska, 2017148 kr
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The New York Times bestselling author’s “latest romantic suspense has it all—terrific plot, complex and engaging protagonists, a twisted villain” (Erica Spindler). No Pity Each skeleton is flawless—gleaming white and perfectly preserved, a testament to his skill. Every scrap of flesh has been removed to reveal the glistening bone beneath. And the collection is growing . . . No Compassion When bleached human bones are identified as belonging to a former patient of Dr. James Dixon, Detective Malcolm Kier suspects the worst. Dixon was recently acquitted of attempted murder, thanks to defense attorney Angie Carlson. But as the body count rises, Kier is convinced that Angie is now the target of a brutal, brilliant psychopath. No Escape Angie is no stranger to the dark side of human nature. But nothing has prepared her for the decades-long legacy of madness and murder about to be revealed—or a killer ready to claim her as his ultimate trophy . . . “Terrifying . . . this chilling thriller is an engrossing story.” —Library Journal “[A] feverish sequel to Senseless . . . convincing detective lingo and an appropriately shivery murder venue go a long way.”—Publishers WeeklyPraise for the novels of Mary Burton “Absolutely chilling.”—Brenda Novak “A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!”—Lisa Jackson “Taut, compelling . . . delivers a page-turner.”—Carla Neggers “A chilling thriller.”—Beverly Barton
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Engelska, 2018148 kr
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She was the one who got away…“Action-packed tension…a compelling romantic thriller” from the New York Times-bestselling author (Publishers Weekly).If At First You Don't Succeed It's been seven years since the Seattle Strangler terrorized the city. His victims were all young, pretty, their lifeless bodies found wrapped in a home-sewn white dress. But there was one who miraculously escaped death, just before the Strangler disappeared. . .Kill Lara Church has only hazy memories of her long-ago attack. What she does have is a home in Austin, a job, and a chance at a normal life at last. Then Texas Ranger James Beck arrives on her doorstep with shattering news: The Strangler is back. And this time, he's in Austin. . .And Kill Again. . . He's always craved her, even as he killed the others. For so long he's been waiting to unleash the beast within. And this time, he'll prove he holds her life in his hands--right before he ends it forever… "Dark and disturbing, a well-written tale of obsession and murder." —Kat MartinPraise for the novels of Mary Burton "Will have readers sleeping with the lights on." --Publishers Weekly on Before She Dies (starred review) "Terrifying. . .this chilling thriller is an engrossing story." --Library Journal on Merciless
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Engelska, 2018148 kr
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A Virginia homicide detective must save a young widow from an obsessed serial killer in the New York Times bestselling author’s romantic suspense novel. An aspiring artist. A high-school senior. A stripper. Three missing women with only one thing in common—wealthy Craig Thornton knew them all. For that, they paid the ultimate price. Then Craig comes to his own untimely end, and his wife Adrianna is left to face the shocking truth of his life . . . When Adrianna starts receiving cards and flowers from her late husband, she assumes it’s someone’s cruel joke. Then grisly remains are found on the Thornton estate. Detective Gage Hudson believes the bodies are linked to Craig. But the biggest shocks are yet to come. A psychopath has resumed his work, each death a prelude to his most cherished target. The only way to stop him is to uncover a family’s dark past—and a twisted love someone will kill for, again and again . . .
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Engelska, 2018148 kr
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A beautiful newscaster teams up with a Virginia detective to stop a serial killer in this romantic thriller by the New York Times bestselling author. Beside each body, he leaves a simple charm bearing a woman’s name: Ruth, Judith, Rachel. The victims were strangers to each other, but they have been chosen with care. Each bears a striking resemblance to Kendall Shaw, a local anchorwoman. And each is brutally strangled by a madman whose obsession will never end . . . In front of the cameras, Kendall is the picture of stylish confidence. But at night she’s haunted by nightmares in which she is young, alone, and filled with fear. Are these memories—or omens? Despite warnings from Richmond Detective Jacob Warwick, Kendall can’t stop investigating the recent string of murders. She knows she holds the key to catching an obsessed psychopath—ss long as he doesn’t catch her first . . . As Kendall and Jacob dig deep into the victims’ backgrounds, a legacy of evil begins to resurface. Every moment—and every murder—has been leading to Kendall. And nothing will stop the killer making her the final victim . . . “With a gift for artful obfuscation, Burton juggles a budding romance and two very plausible might-be perpetrators right up to the tense conclusion.”—Publishers Weekly
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Engelska, 2019148 kr
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A Texas Rangers thriller from the New York Times bestselling author. “Burton once again demonstrates her romantic suspense chops with this taut novel.”—Publishers Weekly He Will Never Forget The broken body hanging from a tree in Texas Hill Country . . . the frozen figure huddled in a meat locker . . . only at second glance does the truth become apparent. What seems like suicide is far more sinister, and the terror is only beginning . . . Never Forgive One devastating moment changed Greer Templeton’s life and ended two others. Now, with a body found on her property and Texas Ranger Tec Bragg on her doorstep, Greer’s nightmare has returned. With each new victim, her link to Tec’s case grows, and soon it will be too late to run. And Never Let Them Live . . . Greer hoped the past was behind her, but an obsessed killer has never forgotten the bond that unites them. One by one, he will track down his victims, finish what was started—and make Greer’s dying wish come true . . . “Murder with unsettling, eerie elements grabs the reader’s attention from the get-go. Mary Burton weaves a tale of mystery and suspense that made me shudder at times.”—Long and Short Reviews “Burton plays cat-and-mouse with the reader through a tight plot, with credible suspects and romantic spice keeping it real.”—Publishers Weekly “Kept me engaged and guessing from beginning to end . . . chilling.”—Smart Bitches Trashy Books “The story is intense and fast paced and the characters are well written.”—Dive Under the Cover
E-bok
Engelska, 2019141 kr
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EVERY SERIAL KILLER KNOWS . . .The vicious burns scarring the victims’ flesh reveal the agony of their last moments. Each woman was branded with a star, then stabbed through the heart. With every death, a vengeful killer finds a brief, blissful moment of calm. But soon it’s time for the bloodshed to start again . . . THE PERFECT TIME . . .Ten years ago, Eva Rayburn and her sorority sisters were celebrating the end of the school year. That party turned into a nightmare Eva can’t forget. Now she’s trying to start over in her Virginia hometown, but a new nightmare has begun. Every victim is linked to her. And Detective Deacon Garrison isn’t sure whether this mysterious woman needs investigating—or protecting . . . TO MAKE HIS MARKOnly Eva’s death will bring peace. Only her tortured screams will silence the rage that has been building for ten long years. Because what started that night at the sorority can never be stopped—not until the last victim has been marked for death . . . “With hard-edged, imperfect but memorable characters, a complex plot and no-nonsense dialog, this excellent novel will appeal to fans of Lisa Gardner and Lisa Jackson.” —Library Journal “This is a story to read with the lights on.” —BookPage
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7th Victim
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Engelska, 2013100 kr
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A DARK AND GRIPPING PSYCHOLOGICAL SUSPENSE THAT WILL KEEP YOU UP ALL NIGHT . . . FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR'Kept me enthralled from start to finish' 5***** Reader Review'Will have readers sleeping with the lights on' Publishers Weekly'A real page turner with twists and turns' 5***** Reader Review________The one who got away - is the only one he wants.It's been seven years since the Seattle Strangler terrorised the city.His victims were all young, pretty, with their lifeless bodies found wrapped in a white dress.But there was one who miraculously escaped death. . .Lara Church has only hazy memories of her long-ago attack, and she's since managed to rebuild her life in a new city, Austin.But then she gets some shattering news: The Strangler is back. And this time, he's in Austin.________'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down' Lisa Jackson'Couldn't stop reading this' 5***** Reader Review'Really enjoyed this book and was unable to put it down' 5***** Reader Review
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No Escape
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Engelska, 201397 kr
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No Escape is the latest serial-killer-thriller from New York Times bestselling author, Mary Burton.He Was Taught How To KillEven behind bars, serial killer Harvey Lee Smith exudes menace. Psychologist Jolene Granger has agreed to hear his dying confession, vowing not to let the monster inside her head. And Harvey has secrets to share - about bodies that were never found, and about the apprentice who is continuing his grisly work . . . And Now He'll Teach ThemHe buries his victims alive the way his mentor Harvey did, relishing their final screams as the earth rains down. And as one last gift to the only father he knew, he'll make the most perfect kill of all.How To DieEverything about this investigation is unnerving Jo, from Harvey's fascination with her to the fact that she's working alongside Texas Ranger Brody Winchester, her ex-husband. Harvey's protégé is growing bolder and more vicious every day. And soon the trail of shallow graves will lead them to the last place Jo expected, and to the most terrifying truth of all . .The dark mistress of crime and New York Times bestselling author of Dead Ringer and I'm Watching You, Mary Burton, is back with No Escape. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Kathy Reichs and Karen Rose will love Mary Burton's tales full of action-packed tension.Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down' Lisa Jackson'Will have readers sleeping with the lights on' Publishers WeeklyMary Burton is the New York Times bestselling and critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Senseless, Merciless, Before She Dies and The 7th Victim - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
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You're Not Safe
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Engelska, 201455 kr
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You're Not Safe is the latest pulse-pounding serial-killer thriller from New York Times bestseller, Mary Burton.A broken body hangs from a tree in Texas Hill Country. A frozen figure is discovered in a meat locker. Only at second glance does the truth become apparent - what seemed like suicide is far more sinister, and the terror is only beginning.Greer Templeton has been running from the moment that changed her life and ended two others. But with a dead body on her property and Texas Ranger Tec Bragg on her doorstep, her nightmare returns: an obsessed killer has never forgotten the bond that unites them.One by one, he will track down his victims, until it's time to make Greer's dying wish come true . . .Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down' Lisa Jackson'Will have readers sleeping with the lights on' Publishers WeeklyMary Burton is the New York Times bestselling and critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Senseless, Merciless, Before She Dies and The 7th Victim - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
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I'm Watching You is sensational thriller from Mary Burton. HIS VICTIMSThe first kill was easy. The second even easier. No guilt, no remorse, just a rush of adrenaline surging through him as each life drains away, and the pleasure of knowing that their deaths will help his beloved Lindsay. And there are many more who will die . . .HIS GAMEThe first twisted gift to Lindsay O'Neil arrives hidden in a bouquet of flowers. When her estranged husband, Detective Zack Kier, is assigned to the case, Lindsay's past comes back with a vengeance. Because only Zack knows the dark secret she lives with - or so she thinks. Now nothing can prepare her for the nightmare to come . . .HIS OBSESSIONEverything Lindsay's stalker does, every life he takes, is for her. But when Lindsay spurns his gifts, she and those she loves most become targets of a depraved madman whose rage is growing, and who is waiting, watching, closer than she ever feared...Move over Alex Cross - Burton introduces new detective heroes Jacob Warwick and Zack Kier, hunting down serial killers in Virginia, USA. I'm Watching You is another classic from the American Queen of Crime, Mary Burton.Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down!' Lisa Jackson 'Stieg Larsson fans will find a lot to like in Burton's taut, well-paced novel' Publishers Weekly Mary Burton is the critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Merciless and Senseless - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
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Engelska, 201317 kr
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Christmas Past is a seasonal, serial-killer-thriller from New York Times bestselling author, Mary Burton.Photographer Nicole Piper just received a very unwelcome Christmas gift - a letter that holds clues to an elusive killer's identity. Uncovering the truth means enlisting homicide detective David Ayden's help, and embarking on a road trip that will take them both into the heart of danger and desire . . .Christmas Past is a pacy, action-packed novella that's guaranteed to send chills down your spine - the perfect Christmas scare-fest that will appeal to fans of Tess Gerritsen, Kathy Reichs and Karin Slaughter. Mary Burton's other titles include I'm Watching You, The 7th Victim and No Escape.Praise for Mary Burton:'A twisted tale . . . I couldn't put it down' Lisa Jackson'Will have readers sleeping with the lights on' Publishers Weekly (starred review)Mary Burton is the New York Times bestselling and critically acclaimed author of I'm Watching You, Dead Ringer, Dying Scream, Senseless, Merciless, Before She Dies and The 7th Victim - all set in Virginia, USA, where Mary lives with her family.
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Cover Your Eyes
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Engelska, 201497 kr
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CAN THEY CATCH A KILLER BEFORE HE CATCHES HER?'The whole story keeps you gripped from the beginning' 5***** Reader Review'What an ending!' 5***** Reader Review'I had trouble putting it down' 5***** Reader Review_______Walking home late at night, aspiring singer Dixie Simmons felt on top of the world.The following morning, she's found dead.Thirty years previously, Jeb Jones was convicted of the murder of another young woman. But his lawyer, Rachel Wainwright, is convinced he's innocent.She just can't persuade the police, particularly charismatic Detective Deke Morgan, whose father worked the original case.But when the murders continue, and it becomes clear that a serial killer is loose in the city, Deke starts to run out of options.If the two cases are linked, his father's legacy might be ruined. But if he doesn't find out the truth, and fast, the killer might just set his sights on Rachel . . .
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Be Afraid
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Engelska, 2015100 kr
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The fear is terrifying, but the truth is even worse . . . 'Gripping. Keeps you guessing right until the end' 5***** Reader Review'Kept me hooked from start to finish' 5***** Reader Review_________When police rescue five-year-old Jenna Thompson from the closet where she's been held captive, they tell her she's lucky. Compared to her family, it's true. But even with their killer dead, Jenna can't find peace twenty-five years later. She returns to Nashville, the city where she lost so much. But instead of closure, she finds a new horror. Because Detective Rick Morgan needs Jenna's expertise in identifying the skeletal remains of a young child.Now other women are dying.And as the links between these brutal killings and Jenna's past becomes clear, she knows this time, a madman will leave no survivors._________'Burton once again demonstrates her romantic suspense chops with this taut novel' Publishers Weekly
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I'll Never Let You Go
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Engelska, 2015100 kr
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Love HurtsHe promised to kill her. One night four years ago, Leah Carson's husband almost succeeded. Phillip stabbed her twenty-three times before fleeing. The police are sure he's dead. But fear won't let Leah believe it. And SometimesIt starts with little things. Missing keys. A flat tire. Mysterious flowers. All easily explained away if the pattern wasn't so terrifyingly familiar. Leah has a new veterinary practice and a new life with no ties to her nightmare. But Tennessee Bureau of Investigation agent Alex Morgan suspects something. And when another woman's body is found, stabbed twenty-three times, Leah knows her past has found her. It KillsAs Leah and Alex untangle the horrifying truth, he watches her, ready for the perfect moment. Until death--that was the vow they made. And a killer always keeps his word . . .
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Engelska, 201223 kr
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One year ago a wealthy socialite disappeared. No body was found, and the case was never solved. Lead detective Alex Kirkland knows all they had were dead ends. But when sexy, sassy reporter Tara Mackey decides to ask more questions, he respects her intuition enough to reopen the case. Professionally, they're a perfect match.Personally, Tara is wary of the sparks between them. Alex plays in a different league, one with money, power… things she's learned not to trust. And every step they take toward the truth–and each other–brings them closer to danger….
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Engelska, 2008114 kr
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Four bestselling authors share captivating tales of Christmas romance to make your holidays merry and bright. “Silver Bells” by Fern Michaels For years, movie star Amy Lee wondered what it would be like to leave her shallow Hollywood life and go back home to Apple Valley, Pennsylvania. This Christmas, she plans to find out. And Hank Anders, her high-school boyfriend, is now ready to give her a welcome she’ll never forget . . . “Dear Santa . . . ” by JoAnn Ross Mystery author Holly Berry’s SUV has broken down in the little hamlet of Santa’s Village, Washington. Holly hates the holidays—that is until lodge owner Gabriel O’Halloran and his five-year-old daughter rekindle her belief in passion, magic, and Christmas wishes . . . “Christmas Past” by Mary Burton Photographer Nicole Piper just received a very unwelcome Christmas gift—a letter that holds clues to an elusive killer’s identity. Uncovering the truth means enlisting homicide detective David Ayden’s help, and embarking on a road trip that will take them both into the heart of danger and desire . . . “A Mulberry Park Christmas” by Judy Duarte Every Christmas, the folks living on Sugar Plum Lane pull out all the stops when decorating. After a bitter breakup, Alyssa Ridgeway’s heart just isn’t in it this year. But running into her first love, James “Mac” MacGregor, fills her with memories of the tender Christmas kiss they once shared . . . “A quartet of heartwarming Christmas romances . . . Each short story contains a full-fledged romance from first kiss to happy ending, both satisfying readers and encouraging them to seek out the authors’ long
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Engelska, 2011130 kr
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Senseless & Merciless BundleSenseless Every Serial Killer Knows. . .The vicious burns scarring the victims'' flesh reveal the agony of their last moments. Each woman was branded with a star, then stabbed through the heart. With every death, a vengeful killer finds a brief, blissful moment of calm. But soon it''s time for the bloodshed to start again. . . The Perfect Time. . . Ten years ago, Eva Rayburn and her sorority sisters were celebrating the end of the school year. That party turned into a nightmare Eva can''t forget. Now she''s trying to start over in her Virginia hometown, but a new nightmare has begun. Every victim is linked to her. And Detective Deacon Garrison isn''t sure whether this mysterious woman needs investigating--or protecting. . .To Make His MarkOnly Eva''s death will bring peace. Only her tortured screams will silence the rage that has been building for ten long years. Because what started that night at the sorority can never be stopped--not until the last victim has been marked for death. . . MercilessNo PityEach skeleton is flawless--gleaming white and perfectly preserved, a testament to his skill. Every scrap of flesh has been removed to reveal the glistening bone beneath. And the collection is growing. . . No CompassionWhen bleached human bones are identified as belonging to a former patient of Dr. James Dixon, Detective Malcolm Kier suspects the worst. Dixon was recently acquitted of attempted murder, thanks to defense attorney Angie Carlson. But as the body count rises, Kier is convinced that Angie is now the target of a brutal, brilliant psychopath. No EscapeAngie is no stranger to the dark side of human nature. But nothing has prepared her for the decades-long legacy of madness and murder about to be revealed--or a killer ready to claim her as his ultimate trophy. . .Praise for the novels of Mary Burton"A twisted tale. . .I couldn''t put it down!" --Lisa Jackson on Dying Scream "Taut, compelling. . .delivers a page-turner." --Carla Neggers onI''m Watching You"A chilling thriller." --Beverly Barton on Dead Ringer"Mary Burton''s latest romantic suspense has it all--terrific plot, complex and engaging protagonists, a twisted villain, and enough crime scene detail to satisfy the most savvy suspense reader."--Erica Spindler, New York Times bestselling author of Blood Vines