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By Godfrey Garner, Maeghin Alarid-Hughes. 2021
Origins of Terrorism: The Rise of the World’s Most Formidable Terrorist Groups examines the roots of Islamic terrorism, it’s history,…
and some of the foundational figures in prominent terrorist organizations. Throughout, the book also addresses the use of terrorism, the "hows" and "whys" of terrorists’ goals, and their modus operandi.Historically, insurgency operations have formed the basis of a number of terrorist groups—resistance to western powers, particularly the United States, and what is viewed as their unwanted interference in regional affairs. Sections are devoted to individual terror organizations, including some of the most well-known and resilient global movements—Al Qaeda, ISIS, the Taliban, and Boko Haram, among others. Coverage details where and how they originated, who the principal organizers were, how these individuals worked—or didn’t work—together. In this, the authors look at the circumstances that allowed for these leaders, and their groups’, development and success. In this, the authors expose interesting, little-known stories and facts about the specific upbringing, family life, and personal narrative around these organizations’ founders, as well as ties to other terrorist founders and organizations. For example, the relationship between individuals such as Osama bin Laden and Musab al Zarkawi (aka Ahmad al-Khalayleh)—the founder of ‘Al Qaeda in Iraq’ (AQI), which became ISIS—is examined in detail, providing readers with some of the "stories behind the stories" to understand the prominent figures and underpinnings of major terrorist organizations’ philosophies, formation, and elements that have led to their staying power.Origins of Terrorism will be a valuable resource for security and intelligence professionals, terrorism researchers, and students, providing a unique perspective to understand terrorism and terror movements in considering counterterror efforts.By Sara Driscoll. 2021
For fans of Michael Connelly and Lisa Gardner comes a riveting new thriller featuring FBI handler Meg Jennings and her…
K-9 partner, Hawk, as they are drawn into a blood diamond smuggling investigation with an enemy whose power and ruthlessness know no bounds in a case worthy of Jack Reacher or Jason Bourne . . .&“Under Pressure has both bark and bite.&” —Mystery Scene Mag Diamonds are no one&’s best friend when the jewels in question are smuggled conflict gems. Meg Jennings and her Labrador, Hawk, have undertaken many search-and-rescue missions, but this case has an unusual twist. A Philadelphia syndicate is importing diamonds from war-torn African nations and selling them with fake certificates to Stateside dealers. Agent Finn Pierce of the Organized Crime Program is embedded with the syndicate, but being caught with a wire or tracking device would mean instant execution. If Meg, her partner Brian Foster, and their dogs can track Pierce to a deal location, they can break the smuggling chain while maintaining Pierce&’s cover. With the syndicate monitoring every move, it&’s a risky operation with more players than Meg and Brian first assumed—on both sides of the law. And when one of their own gets caught in the line of fire, the team embarks on a desperate rescue mission, knowing that mere seconds are all that separate life and death . . . &“Exceptional . . . Readers will hope this series has a long run.&” —Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW on Storm RisingBy Mary Burton. 2012
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 BartonBy John Gilstrap. 2023
The exhilarating new thriller from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author takes readers on an action-packed thrill…
ride across rural Venezuela. The kidnappers are ruthless. The stakes are high. The odds are impossible. There&’s no way Jonathan Grave can say no… &“[Gilstrap&’s] greatest strength is the ability to blend breathtaking action with deep emotion regarding the characters.&” —Jeffery Deaver Henchmen of a vicious drug syndicate have snatched ten missionaries in a remote area of Venezuela and are holding them for ransom. The high-priority rescue op comes as a personal plea from FBI Director Irene Rivers, who has a very special interest in one of the hostages. The mission is strictly off the books, and there can be no international incident. Just get in and get out—and keep the precious cargo safe. With his key operatives Gunslinger and Boxers, Grave infiltrates the enemy camp. Right away, the rescue mission morphs into something far more dangerous—not just to Jonathan and his team, but to the whole world.&“I read HARM&’S WAY in one sitting, including through dinner. Loved the book! John Gilstrap fast became one of my favorite authors. I look forward to many more good reads like this one.&” –Fern MichaelsBy Marc Cameron. 2016
Are these the last days of America? A thriller starring &“a compelling, never-give-an-inch hero who will appeal to Jack Reacher fans&”…
(Booklist). In the aftermath of a devastating biological attack, America stands on the brink of disaster. The President of the United States is controlled by terrorists. The Vice President, global mastermind Lee McKeon, is plotting his next move. And special agent Jericho Quinn is running for his life. Desperate to clear his name—and expose the conspirators in the White House—Quinn must race against time before McKeon can execute his evil plan. It begins with heightened security, mass surveillance, and the establishment of a brutal police state. It can only end in the takeover of America. The only thing standing between democracy and destruction is a man named Quinn…and one perfectly aimed bullet. From the New York Times-bestselling author of Tom Clancy Oath of Office, this heart-pounding thriller features &“a formidable warrior readers will want to see more of&” (Publishers Weekly).By Lisa Jackson. 2001
A cunning serial killer torments a New Orleans radio host in this thriller series debut by the #1 New York…
Times bestselling author of Afraid to Die. A prostitute lies strangled in a seedy French Quarter hotel room. Miles away, in a rambling plantation house on Lake Ponchartrain, late-night radio host Dr. Samantha Leeds receives a threatening crank call. But who would think to link the two?As more dead bodies turn up, Samantha's ominous caller persists, along with someone claiming to be a woman from her past—who's been dead for years. With Detective Rick Bentz convinced that the serial killer prowling the streets is somebody close to Samantha, she doesn't dare trust anyone. Especially not Ty Wheeler, her seductive new neighbor who seems to know more about her than a stranger should. Somebody has discovered Samantha's darkest secret. Somebody is convinced that lives must be sacrificed to pay for her sins. So far, the victims have been strangers. But as a cold-blooded killer grows bolder, Samantha wonders if she will be the next to die.By Robert Muchamore. 2010
After a tsunami causes massive devastation to a tropical island, its governor sends in the bulldozers to knock down villages,…
replacing them with luxury hotels.Guarding the corrupt governor's family isn't James Adams' idea of the perfect mission, especially as it's going to be his last as a CHERUB agent. And then retired colleague Kyle Blueman comes up with an unofficial and highly dangerous plan of his own.James must choose between loyalty to CHERUB, and loyalty to his oldest friend.For official purposes, these children do not exist.'OMG I can confirm you will not see this ending coming! I couldn't put it down and it blew my…
mind!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'BRILLIANT... Everything about this book has me speechless... THAT ENDING! Wow... An absolute must read' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Finished this book last night and I'm still thinking about it!... I found myself racing through the final chapters to uncover all the secrets' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The explosive number one bestseller with a killer twist you won't see coming.A quiet street. From the grimy window of your tiny flat, you watch another woman move into your dream home across the road. A perfect neighbour. Natalie has everything you want. The perfect job. The perfect husband. The perfect life. A dangerous friendship. But she's hiding some ugly secrets. And you're going to find them out . . .Everyone is raving about Her by Mira V Shah:'So, so good' Andrea Mara 'Gripping' Laura Marshall 'Page-turning' Catherine Cooper 'Tension that doesn't let up' Caroline Corcoran 'An explosive ending' Heather Darwent 'Brilliant' LV Matthews 'I raced through this twisty, compelling domestic thriller' Daily Mail 'Intriguing domestic thriller' Heat 'A book to cancel plans for!' That's Life 'Compulsive' Crime Monthly 'Intricately twisty' Philippa East 'Sinister and sharp' Lizzy Barber 'I devoured this in one sitting' Sarah Lawton 'Twists you won't see coming' Awais Khan 'I could never have guessed that ending' Charlotte DuckworthBy Dirk Wittenborn. 2020
The Stone Girl is a riveting tale of deception, vengeance, and power set against the haunting beauty of the Adirondack…
wilderness. Deep in the Adirondack Mountains lies a speck of a town called Rangeley. There isn’t much to this tiny town, but it is at the crossroads of serene fishing streams off the Mink River, pristine hunting grounds in the surrounding mountains, and vast estates of the extremely rich. It is also the gateway to the Mohawk Club, which houses the Lost Boys, an exclusive group of wealthy and powerful men with global influence and a taste for depravity. Raised wild and poor in the shadows of the Mohawk Club, Evie Quimby was a teenager when she first fell victim to the Lost Boys. Seventeen years later, she is now a world-renowned art restorer famous for repairing even the most-broken statues. After spending half her life in Paris, establishing her reputation and raising her daughter Chloé, Evie has come a long way from the girl who left Rangeley behind. But when Chloé receives a visit from an elegant stranger who claims to be an old friend of her mother’s, the ghosts of Evie’s past return in full force, pulling her back to the North Country of her girlhood and into the tangled, intricate web of the Lost Boys. Evie bands together with her formidable mother and an embattled heiress, both victims of the Lost Boys, in pursuit of an unusual and heart-stopping vengeance.By James Carroll. 1998
New York Times Bestseller: A priest struggles against the Vietnam War—and his own passions—in &“a classic page-turner&” (Chicago Tribune). …
Vietnam was bitterly contested not only on the battlefields of Southeast Asia but on the American home front. This novel filled with &“probing psychological detail&” follows Michael Maguire—a Catholic priest, Korean War hero, and former POW—who risks everything as he fights to be true to his heart and his conscience during the tumult of the era (The Washington Post). From the author of The Cloister, Prince of Peace is a thrilling saga of faith, truth, and honor, &“so rich and vital it leaves you breathless&” (Chicago Tribune).By Jennifer Miller. 2015
A novel about men returning from war, and the women who love them, by &“a young writer full of energy…
and promise&” (Jennifer Egan, author of Manhattan Beach). Becca Keller is no stranger to the way war can change a man. Her Vietnam veteran father, King, suffered after his service, and as a result played only a limited role in his daughter&’s life. Now Becca is marrying Ben, who is also just back from battle—and her mother, convinced that Becca is making the same mistakes she did, boycotts the wedding. Ben does indeed seem different after his second tour, and only days after she marries him, he turns dangerous. Desperate, Becca turns to her father for help. But he is heading west with his motorcycle buddies—out to a place they call Kleos, a mysterious desert compound ruled over by a guru-like commanding officer. It serves as a refuge for some soldiers, but it might be the death of others. There, Becca will be faced with the possibility that she may not know the real damage in her loved ones&’ hearts. In finally seeing her father&’s demons, she might just be able to start a journey back to peace with her husband.By Kevin Baker. 2013
Two Irish brothers journey from New York&’s East River to its halls of power in this &“masterwork of historical fiction&”…
by the author of Dreamland (Parade). Inspired by one of the great, unsolved murders in mob history, this novel tells the sweeping story of Charlie O&’Kane, a poor Irish immigrant who works his way up from beat cop to mayor of New York at the city&’s postwar zenith. Famous, powerful, and married to a fashion model, millions of local citizens look up to him, including his younger brother, Tom—until he is accused of abetting a shocking crime. The charges stem from his days as a crusading Brooklyn DA, when he sent the notorious killers of Murder, Inc., to the chair—only to let a vital witness fall to his death while under police guard. Now out of office, Charlie is hiding from the authorities in a Mexico City hotel. To uncover what really happened, Tom must confront stunning truths about his brother, himself, and the secret workings of the great city he loves. From the Brooklyn waterfront to City Hall, the battlefields of World War II to the glamorous nightclubs of 1940s Manhattan, The Big Crowd is filled with powerbrokers and gangsters, celebrities and socialites, scheming cardinals and battling dockside priests. But ultimately it is an American story of the bonds and betrayals of brotherhood—from &“the lit world&’s sharpest chronicler of New York&’s past&” (Rolling Stone).By Scott McEwen, Hof Williams. 2018
A young adult thriller from Scott McEwan, the #1 New York Times bestselling co-author of American Sniper, and Hof Williams.…
Valor: great courage in the face of dangerWhen Wyatt gets framed for a friend’s crime, he thinks his life is over. But then a mysterious stranger visits him in jail with an unusual proposal: spend three months in a secret government camp and have a ten-year prison sentence wiped clean. Wyatt agrees, and finds himself in a world beyond his wildest dreams, with teenagers like him flying drones, defusing bombs, and jumping out of helicopters. This is no ordinary camp. Camp Valor is a secret training ground for teenage government agents, filled with juvenile offenders—badasses who don’t play by the rules—who desperately need a second chance. If they can prove themselves over their three month stay and survive Hell Week, they will enter the ranks of the most esteemed soldiers in the United States military.But some enemies of the United States have gotten wind of Camp Valor, and they will do everything in their power to find out its secrets. Suddenly, Wyatt and his friends have to put their training into practice, and find the bravery to protect their country.By Christopher Coake. 2015
Short fiction about love in the face of mortal threats, in a prize-winning collection by the author of You Came…
Back. In this extraordinary collection of short fiction, characters wrestle with the moments in life that test us most deeply, in ways both dramatic and subtle. In &“We&’re in Trouble,&” a woman is asked to end her dying husband&’s suffering. In &“Abandon,&” a troubled young man must risk jail to do right by the only woman he has ever loved. And &“In the Event&” shows a young musician&’s all-night vigil after he loses his best friends and is suddenly left as the guardian of their three-year-old son. From a wife waiting for news of her husband&’s latest death-defying climb to a sheriff thrown into turmoil after his close friend enacts a horrifying murder-suicide, this &“uncanny, clear-eyed [and] wildly engaging&” story collection was awarded the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize (Entertainment Weekly).By K. A. Tucker. 2016
“A smart sexy thriller” from an international bestselling author: “[A] dark, twisty tale of lurid secrets, lavish lifestyles, and devastating…
loss” (Lisa Gardner, New York Times–bestselling author of Before She Disappeared).A woman who almost had it all. . . . Celine Gonzalez had everything a young woman in Manhattan could want: an apartment on the Lower East Side, a job that (mostly) paid the bills, and an acceptance letter to a prestigious art institute, where she would finally live out her dream of becoming an antiques appraiser. All she had worked so hard to achieve was finally within her reach. So why would she kill herself?A man who was supposed to be her salvation. . . . Maggie Sparkes arrives in New York City to pack up what’s left of her best friend’s belongings after her shocking death. The police have deemed the evidence conclusive: Celine got into bed, downed a lethal cocktail of pills and vodka, and never woke up. But when Maggie discovers a scandalous photograph hidden in Celine’s apartment, she begins asking questions. Questions about the man Celine fell in love with. The man she never told anyone about, not even Maggie. The man Celine believed would change her life.Until he became her ruin. . . . Maggie uncovers more than she bargained for about Celine’s private life—and inadvertently puts herself on the radar of a killer. A killer who will stop at nothing to keep his crimes undiscovered.“A nail biting thriller.” —Publishers Weekly“A seductive, suspenseful story that will keep you guessing.” —USA Today“Tucker is a pro at delivering hot romance, but here she combines it with heart pounding suspense. The results are terrifyingly good.” —Toronto StarBy Jess Kidd. 2017
“[A] murder mystery about an Irish caregiver and her client, a cantankerous, widowed hoarder . . . [a] darkly comic sensibility [and] plenty…
of twists.” —Publishers WeeklyFinalist, Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year AwardMaud Drennan is a dedicated caregiver whose sunny disposition masks a deep sadness. A tragic childhood event left her haunted, in the company of a cast of prattling saints who pop in and out of her life like tourists. Other than visiting her agoraphobic neighbor, Maud keeps to herself, finding solace in her work and in her humble existence—until she meets Mr. Flood.Cathal Flood is a menace by all accounts. The lone occupant of a Gothic mansion crawling with feral cats, he has been waging war against his son’s attempts to put him into an old-age home and sent his last caretaker running for the madhouse. But Maud is this impossible man’s last chance: If she can help him get the house in order, he just might be able to stay. So the unlikely pair begins to cooperate, bonding over their shared love of Irish folktales and mutual dislike of Mr. Flood’s overbearing son.Examining the space between sin and sainthood, Mr. Flood’s Last Resort “perfectly balances tragedy with dark comedy. . . . the dialogue crackles and every detail enchants” (Shelf Awareness).“Will appeal to fans of Tana French and Sophie Hannah, as it charms and unsettles in equal measure.” —BookPage“The author of Himself has prepared a fine Irish feast for the literary crowd; she simultaneously delights and appalls with her odd and troubled characters, never resorting to formula.” —Library Journal“[A] charming mix of magic and mystery . . . wrapped around a tale of family love and dysfunction . . . The action-packed climax leaves us with the whiff of a sequel. We can only hope it will come soon.” —Minneapolis Star TribunePublished in the UK under the title The HoarderShe must remember the night she desperately wants to forget. The third pulse-pounding Echo Lake novel from the award-winning author…
of A Desperate Search.Radio host Ellie Brannon fears the return of the monster who abducted her and two of her friends from the Ruins . . . and left her for dead. Fifteen years later, Special Agent Sam Reece reopens the cold case when new evidence comes to light about one of the victims. Ellie must trust Sam completely to have any chance of discovering the truth—especially since the gaps in her memory left them with few leads. But is someone luring Ellie into a terrifying return to the scene of the crime?From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.By Robert K. Tanenbaum. 2003
New York Times Bestseller: ADA Butch Karp is targeted by an obsessed enemy in a “satisfying, action-packed legal thriller with…
edgy New York atmosphere” (Tampa Tribune).Convicted killer Felix Tighe has escaped from prison and has vowed to hunt down and execute the NYPD detectives who arrested him years ago. But there’s more—Tighe’s also planning a fight to the death with Chief Assistant District Attorney Butch Karp, the man who put him away. Tighe’s laser-focused, obsessive hatred of Karp simmered in prison—where he spent time with Feisal Abdel Ridwan, a radical Islamic fundamentalist, and their sordid connection only fuels his loathing of Karp. Now walking free under an assumed identity, Felix stalks Karp to the very heart of his family as he plans a demonic assault on Karp’s daughter, Lucy. Full of Tanenbaum’s trademark twists and turns, Resolved roils with the tension of post 9/11 New York as Karp and his wife, private detective Marlene Ciampi, confront demons both internal and external—and the suspense builds to an almost unbearable climax at Manhattan’s central courthouse.“The family dramas are as fascinating as the criminal ones. . . . Fans won’t be disappointed.” —Publishers Weekly“Visceral action.” —Booklist“First-rate . . . The bad guys are interesting, but unlike most such tales the protagonists are even more fascinating, being invested with terrific complexity.” —Memphis Commercial AppealBy Clare Clark. 2007
A pregnant teenager discovers her employer&’s sinister secrets in an eighteenth-century London that &“feels alive and intense, magnificently raw&” (The…
New York Times Book Review). 1666: The Great Fire of London sweeps through the streets and a heavily pregnant woman flees the flames. A few months later she gives birth to a child disfigured by a red birthmark. 1718: Sixteen-year-old Eliza Tally sees the gleaming dome of St. Paul&’s Cathedral rising above a rebuilt city. She arrives as an apothecary&’s maid, a position hastily arranged to shield the father of her unborn child from scandal. But why is the apothecary so eager to welcome her when he already has a maid, a half-wit named Mary? Why is Eliza never allowed to look her veiled master in the face or go into the study where he pursues his experiments? It is only on her visits to the Huguenot bookseller who supplies her master&’s scientific tomes that she realizes the nature of his obsession. And she knows she has to act to save not just the child but Mary and herself. This ebook includes a sample chapter of Beautiful Lies.By Sarah Bruni. 2013
&“Part tangled love story and part love affair with comics . . . centers on that tenuous bit of time between childhood and adulthood,…
when anything seems possible.&” —Library Journal Sheila Gower will do anything to get away from small-town nowhere Iowa and her dead-end swing-shift job at a gas station. Right now, all she has is her dreams. So does the cute young stranger who calls himself Peter Parker—a daredevil cabdriver with an immersive Spider-Man obsession, a gun, and a plan: They&’ll fake a kidnapping, empty the register, and head for Chicago to complete a mysterious mission. Sheila thinks it&’s a marvel of an idea. Until the colorful rush of their fantasy getaway collides with reality. &“The literary equivalent of a pop music mashup . . . Inspired by &‘Spider-Man,&’ Westerns, coming-of-age novels and Bonnie and Clyde&” (Chicago Tribune), The Night Gwen Stacy Died is both &“superbly suspenseful&” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) and &“sweetly eccentric&” (The New York Times)—a love story about loss, mutual rescue, and finding our real identities.