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Simon Beckett, Cold Ash
Simon Beckett, Cold Ash
Thriller with forensic pathologist David HunterSetting on the Scottish island of RunaDead woman found in a dilapidated cottageDeath not an accident but murderStorm cuts island off from outside worldForensic pathologist wants to share findings, but line is deadMore murders occur
Daniel Silva, The Client
Daniel Silva, The Client
Exciting novel by Daniel SilvaPlot spans the entire globeBlend of political intrigue and personal fateGabriel Allon returns to his own pastIsraeli ambassador in Paris is assassinatedFirst installment of the Gabriel Allon series
Fred Vargas, The Black Waters of the Seine. Crime Stories
Fred Vargas, The Black Waters of the Seine. Crime Stories
Crime Stories by Fred VargasFeaturing Commissioner Adamsberg as the Main CharacterThree Parisian StoriesPoetry, Humor, Dialogue, Human ObservationAward-Winning BestsellersPraised by Regula Freuler, Neue Zürcher Zeitung
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Stefan Slupetzky, The Case of the Lemming
Stefan Slupetzky, The Case of the Lemming
Viennese crime story with a witty, quirky, and dark styleMain character Leopold Wallisch, nickname "Lemming", works for a Viennese private detective agencyLemming spies on potential adulterersA retired Latin teacher monitored by Lemming is murderedLemming wants to solve the case himself and gets entangled in a complex web of power and betrayalSearch for the murderer turns into a race against Lemming’s former colleague KrotznigKrotznig tries to stop Lemming’s investigation
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Jacques Berndorf, Eifel Felt. The Third Eifel Crime Novel with Siggi Baumeister
Jacques Berndorf, Eifel Felt. The Third Eifel Crime Novel with Siggi Baumeister
Third volume of the Eifel seriesMurder on a golf courseJournalist Siggi Baumeister investigates in the EifelIronic portrayal of the locals' private livesNominated for the Friedrich Glauser PrizeExciting crime novel full of criminal energyInsight into the high society of the Eifel
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Donna Leon, Venetian Charade. Commissario Brunetti's Third Case
Donna Leon, Venetian Charade. Commissario Brunetti's Third Case
Body of a man found in women's clothingTransvestite?Disputes with clients?Brunetti takes a closer lookInvestigationJudge less quicklyThird case of Guido Brunetti
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James Sallis, Driver
James Sallis, Driver
Stunt driver in HollywoodDrives getaway cars in robberiesEnds up in a motel in Arizona after a failed heistSeveral bodies in the room and a bag full of banknotesCaptivating, atmospherically dense crime novelMasterfully toldHomage to the classic noir novel
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Frank Schätzing, Mordshunger
Frank Schätzing, Mordshunger
Crime thriller with an exciting plot and witty styleDelicate blend of red herrings and quirky charactersFast-paced finale and entertaining readIncludes recipes from 15 Cologne chefsInka, Fritz, Max, and Romanus all have a murder appetiteInka dies suddenly and everyone gets their wayA delight for the reader
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Jeffery Deaver, The Insect Collector
Jeffery Deaver, The Insect Collector
Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs investigate the case of a kidnapped young girl in the Paquenoke swamp.The prime suspect is 16-year-old Garrett Hanlon, known as the "Bug Collector."Rhyme is nearly completely paralyzed and is planning a risky surgery to regain his mobility.Sheriff Jim Bell asks Rhyme for help in solving the case.Amelia Sachs unexpectedly switches sides and joins the kidnapper.The book is the third installment in the Lincoln Rhyme thriller series.The author is known for his gripping crime novels and detailed depiction of investigative work.
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John Grisham, The Judge
John Grisham, The Judge
Novel by John GrishamLaw professor confronted with his pastSettling the inheritance of his ill fatherFather already deceased upon arrivalSecrets come to lightRay finds boxes with surprising contentsRay decides to investigate on his own
John Grisham, The Firm
John Grisham, The Firm
Political scandal thriller since WatergateMurder of two Supreme Court justices in the USALaw student compiles deadly fileRuthless hunt beginsAuthor of the worldwide bestseller "The Firm"Facts and fiction ominously intertwinedGripping story that takes your breath away
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Andreas Franz, Deadly Laughter. A Julia Durant Crime Novel
Andreas Franz, Deadly Laughter. A Julia Durant Crime Novel
Envelope containing a photo of a murdered womanWoman in the photo identified as the corpseBloody message on the wall behind the corpseVictim appears to have been inconspicuousSecond female murder occurs, photo is circulated againPossible start of a brutal seriesPerpetrator is close to Julia
Petra Oelker, Death on the Way of St. James
Petra Oelker, Death on the Way of St. James
Journalist Leo Peheim hikes the Camino de Santiago in SpainVast landscapes, sunshine, and ancient art await herAn accident and a sudden death in the travel groupLeo suspects a criminal backgroundSuspicious behavior from some group membersCuriosity can be deadly dangerous
Pierre Frei, Uncle Tom's Cabin, Berlin. Novel
Pierre Frei, Uncle Tom's Cabin, Berlin. Novel
Serial murderer in Berlin during the early post-war periodVictims from various backgrounds: UFA actress, nurse, prostitute, aristocratCommon trait of the victims: young, blonde, strangledSetting: Berlin in the post-war eraGruesome murders and brutal destructionThrilling novel about the dark side of the cityInsight into the life and atmosphere of the time
Donna Leon, Bloody Stones
Donna Leon, Bloody Stones
Venice crime novel by Donna Leon14th case of Commissario BrunettiMurder of an illegally immigrated Black AfricanInvestigations in the world of illegal immigrantsConnections extending beyond VeniceBrunetti discovers a world with its own lawsThrilling case despite limited interest in solving it
Wolf Haas, Silentium!
Wolf Haas, Silentium!
Crime novel by Wolf HaasBishop candidate from Salzburg boys' boarding schoolRumors about the clergyman23 plastic bags with body partsFilm adaptation featuring Wolf Haas and well-known actorsInk-black humor and a view into the abysses of humanity
Harlan Coben, No Sign of Life
Harlan Coben, No Sign of Life
Young Will Klein idolizes his brother Ken as a heroKen is suspected of raping and murdering a womanKen flees, goes into hiding, and is declared deadWill learns that Ken is still aliveWill's girlfriend Sheila disappears without a trace at the same timeThe past repeats itself in a nightmarish wayWill must find his brother, as only he knows the truth
Peter Tremayne, A Prayer for the Damned. Historical Crime Novel
Peter Tremayne, A Prayer for the Damned. Historical Crime Novel
Historical crime novel in Ireland, February 668Sister Fidelma and Brother Eadulf marryMurder of Abbot Ultán in CashelSecular and ecclesiastical dignitaries presentFidelma and Eadulf investigatePraise for Sister Fidelma as a clever, courageous woman"A Prayer for the Damned," Volume 17
Hannes Nygaard, Death House on the Dike
Hannes Nygaard, Death House on the Dike
Crime story in a senior residence by the dykeResidents die in unusual waysChief Inspector and colleagues investigateMysterious events behind the dykeInvestigation with heart, intellect, and North German humorExciting plot in North FrisiaIdeal for crime fans and lovers of North German atmosphere
Donna Leon, Terminal Venice. Commissario Brunetti's Second Case.
Donna Leon, Terminal Venice. Commissario Brunetti's Second Case.
Crime novel featuring Commissario Brunetti's second caseSetting: VeniceInvolvements with the Mafia, American military, and greedy businessmenExciting investigations by Commissario BrunettiTheme: Disappearance of toxic wasteAtmospheric depiction of Venice and the foul-smelling canalDanger for Commissario Brunetti of ending up in the canal himself
Andreas Franz, The Syndicate of the Spider
Andreas Franz, The Syndicate of the Spider
Bodies of Andreas Wiesner and high-end prostitute Irina found in Frankfurt apartmentWiesner apparently shot his lover first and then himselfDetective Julia Durant doubts this version of eventsInvestigation leads Durant into the jungle of organized crimeNovel impresses with thorough research and suspenseAuthenticity of the case is disturbingSequel in the crime series by Andreas Franz featuring Detective Durant
Ingrid Noll, Ladylike
Ingrid Noll, Ladylike
Novel about two women who want to experience something new at 73Lore and Anneliese start a women’s shared apartmentThe two break out of their everyday routineJourney through GermanyNo modesty in old ageMen and children have left the houseBook title: Ladylike (detebe)
Sebastian Fitzek, Amokspiel. Psychological Thriller
Sebastian Fitzek, Amokspiel. Psychological Thriller
Psychological thriller by Sebastian FitzekCriminal psychologist Ira Samin embroiled in hostage dramaPsychopath plays a macabre game with human livesExciting trial before millions of listenersSurprising twists and gripping revelationsCleverly constructed psychological thrillerStunning finale
J.D. Robb, Murder Games. Three Cases for Eve Dallas
J.D. Robb, Murder Games. Three Cases for Eve Dallas
Three Cases for Lieutenant Eve DallasSupported by her husband RoarkeMidnight Murder: Eve is called to a brutal homicide caseKiller Games: Eve must clear suspicion from RoarkeWitching Hour: Eve investigates a murder in a legendary clubExciting Short Crime Stories by J.D. RobbVolume 1 of the Eve Dallas: The Stories Series
Ingrid Noll, The Heads of My Loved Ones
Ingrid Noll, The Heads of My Loved Ones
Novel about the lively friends Maja and CoraComparable to the heroines from the film Thelma & LouiseWitty and carefreeIncludes cavalier crimes, naughty girl pranks, and murderSet in TuscanyEntertaining read
Robert Harris, Pompeii. Platinum Edition
Robert Harris, Pompeii. Platinum Edition
Novel about Pompeii in 79 ADStory set in the wealthiest city of the Roman EmpireYoung hydraulic engineer Attilius discovers a conspiracyOminous signs of an impending apocalypseGathering of Rome’s rich and beautiful in PompeiiCordelia and Attilius uncover a conspiracySetting is the notorious den of sin Pompeii
Peter Tremayne, Death at Full Moon
Peter Tremayne, Death at Full Moon
Historical crime novel featuring Sister FidelmaSet in a period with Irish-Celtic influenceThree dangerous murderers with dark skinVictims are young girls on full moon nightsSister Fidelma rushes to the prince's aidNo celibacy and women with education and powerSister Fidelma as a global ambassador of Irish culture
Friedrich Dürrenmatt, The Judge and His Hangman
Friedrich Dürrenmatt, The Judge and His Hangman
Crime novel by Der Richter und sein HenkerSimilar themes as seen with Dashiell Hammett, Rex Stout, Raymond Chandler, and Georges SimenonConflict between two parties, one of them a lone detectiveInspector Bärlach is terminally illGoal: to bring the criminal Gastmann to justice
John Grisham, The List
John Grisham, The List
Gripping novel about a young newspaper reporter and a brutal murderPowerful convict threatens the lives of the jurorsRevenge is swornMurderer released after nine yearsSpectacular fulfillment of the threatSequel to the successful novel "The Jury"
Wolf Haas, Komm, süßer Tod.
Wolf Haas, Komm, süßer Tod.
Crime novel set in ViennaEx-cop and private investigator Brenner investigatesEmergency services battle on the streets of ViennaDouble murder of a couple in loveThrilling fight for the number one spot in emergency services
Ken Follett, The Needle
Ken Follett, The Needle
British deception maneuvers before the invasion in CalaisGhost army in Southeast EnglandWoven into the Allies' radio and communications networkCanaris' spies in England are behind barsHenry Faber, called "The Needle", exposes the operation "Fortitude"Evidence must be brought into the hands of the German General StaffEscape route across Great Britain becomes a trail of blood
Jacques Berndorf, Requiem for an Executioner. A Siggi Baumeister Crime Novel
Jacques Berndorf, Requiem for an Executioner. A Siggi Baumeister Crime Novel
Siggi Baumeister experiences a nightmare in Bonn's government districtVagrant murder turns into a dangerous investigationInconsistencies and mortal danger for BaumeisterExciting 2nd Siggi Baumeister Crime NovelPlot set in a hectic homicide squad environmentBaumeister's journalistic instinct is alertedIntrigues and threats in a gripping crime thriller plot
Frank Tallis, Wiener Blut. Max Liebermann's second case
Frank Tallis, Wiener Blut. Max Liebermann's second case
Serial killer in Vienna around 1902Mutilations and mysterious symbolsInspector Rheinhardt asks psychoanalyst Liebermann for helpContinuation of the Max Liebermann crime seriesExciting criminal case in turn-of-the-century ViennaDevilish crimes and random victim selectionInsight into the dark sides of the era
Arne Dahl, Deep Pain. Crime Novel
Arne Dahl, Deep Pain. Crime Novel
Crime novel featuring a dead Nobel Prize candidate and a mutilated corpse in a Stockholm amusement parkSpecial investigator Paul Hjelm and Kerstin Holm search for the connecting link in a series of murdersThe case takes them across half of Europe and into the pastRenowned Swedish neuroscientist is murdered in a gruesome wayConnection to a disfigured body in the Stockholm amusement park SkansenA lead points to the strange word "Epivu"Complex murder series of international scope
Douglas Preston, Thunderhead.
Douglas Preston, Thunderhead.
Mysterious Native American tribe in the American SouthwestConstruction of roads and cities thousands of years agoCulture collapsed mysteriouslyMain settlement Quivira vanished foreverExpedition battles heat, desert sand, and evilArchaeology, technology, horror, and suspenseTitle: Thunderhead
Elisabeth Herrmann, The Governess
Elisabeth Herrmann, The Governess
Joachim Vernau is on the verge of a high-profile marriageA Ukrainian woman claims that the Zernikow family employed forced laborersThe woman is thrown out and later found deadVernau starts asking questions and uncovers a business involving expropriated artNominated for the Glauser, the most prestigious German crime fiction awardFirst volume of the Joachim Vernau crime seriesThrilling crime novel set against the backdrop of Berlin society
Arne Dahl, Misterioso
Arne Dahl, Misterioso
Paul Hjelm, inspector of the Stockholm police, is appointed to the special unit for difficult casesSerial killer murders three businessmen with headshots following a precise ritualFirst lead to the secret lodge leads nowherePossible involvement of the Russian mafiaHot lead: jazz piece titled "Misterioso"
Donna Leon, Prove That It Is Evil. Commissario Brunetti's Thirteenth Case
Donna Leon, Prove That It Is Evil. Commissario Brunetti's Thirteenth Case
83-year-old Maria Grazia Battestini is found murdered in her apartmentNo family, friends, or mourning neighborsSuspicion falls on housekeeper who dies in an accidentFake documents and a large sum of money found with the housekeeper
Jeffery Deaver, The Lazy Executioner
Jeffery Deaver, The Lazy Executioner
5th Case for Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia SachsMurder in a New York Music SchoolPerpetrator barricaded in a windowless roomUse of tricks from Houdini and CopperfieldGenius paralyzed investigator and partner on the trailTime pressure to unmask the killerFurious finale with a gruesome revenge act by a magician
Andreas Franz, The Death Cross. Crime Novel
Andreas Franz, The Death Cross. Crime Novel
Prosecutor Corinna Sittler found murderedNote with the words "Confiteor Mea Culpa" discovered in her mouthSimilar murder near Offenbach, this time a judge is the victimDetective Peter Brandt contacts Julia DurantFirst joint case for Durant and BrandtExciting crime novel by bestselling author Andreas Franz
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