Best Ryan Karlin Podcasts (2024)

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Ryan C. Coleman - Billy the Kid: The War for Lincoln County 27:55

7h ago27:55

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Age 14: Orphan Age 15: Inmate Age 16: Outlaw Age 17: Killer In 1870s New Mexico, the territory is at a crossroads. The indigenous population is being driven out—and driven down—by the white settlers migrating west after the Civil War. The center of power isn’t the governor but rather the Santa Fe Ring, a group of wealthy politicians, businessman, a…

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Richard Chizmar - Memorials 27:32

29m ago27:32

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A group of students encounter a supernatural terror while on a road trip through Appalachia in this chilling new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of the “unforgettable and scary” (Harlan Coben) Chasing the Boogeyman. 1983: Three students from a small college embark on a week-long road trip to film a documentary on roadside memorials…

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Josh & Heather Daughrity - Hospital of Haunts 20:44

3h ago20:44

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For 150 years, the diseased, the deranged, and the dying came to Lychhurst Hospital for comfort and healing. What they found there was something far more sinister. In 1844, Lychhurst was built, stone by cursed stone, deep in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Originally intended as an exclusive resort for the wealthy, Lychhurst would suffer …

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Marie Lanza - Hospital of Haunts 33:09

5h ago33:09

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For 150 years, the diseased, the deranged, and the dying came to Lychhurst Hospital for comfort and healing. What they found there was something far more sinister. In 1844, Lychhurst was built, stone by cursed stone, deep in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Originally intended as an exclusive resort for the wealthy, Lychhurst would suffer …

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Mark Rainey - Hospital of Haunts 25:41

4d ago25:41

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For 150 years, the diseased, the deranged, and the dying came to Lychhurst Hospital for comfort and healing. What they found there was something far more sinister. In 1844, Lychhurst was built, stone by cursed stone, deep in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Originally intended as an exclusive resort for the wealthy, Lychhurst would suffer …

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Rebecca Cuthbert - Hospital of Haunts 23:00

8d ago23:00

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For 150 years, the diseased, the deranged, and the dying came to Lychhurst Hospital for comfort and healing. What they found there was something far more sinister. In 1844, Lychhurst was built, stone by cursed stone, deep in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. Originally intended as an exclusive resort for the wealthy, Lychhurst would suffer …

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Matt Murphy - The Book of Murder 41:03

1d ago41:03

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Examining murder from an insider’s perspective, Matt Murphy—a former senior deputy district attorney and current ABC News Legal Analyst—discusses cases from his career, how they strained his personal life, and how he found peace seeking justice for victims and their families. Part taxonomy of murder, part prosecutor’s handbook, and part personal me…

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Michael Fedor - What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose: A Political Thriller (Bull Moose Series Book 1) 44:31

4d ago44:31

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2024 International Firebird Book Award Winner (2x) - Political Thriller & Speculative Fiction 2024 Storytrade Award Finalist - Suspense / Thriller 2024 Hollywood Book Festival Honorable Mention - Political Thriller With the soul of American democracy in the balance, one man will defy all odds. Former Senator Jackson Piper stands at the podium, abou…

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St. Sukie de la Croix - Twilight Manors in Palm Springs: The Great New Orleans Powder Puff Caper 23:46

13d ago23:46

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Brian & Stéphane are Back, Spreading Mischief, Mayhem, and Loads of Laughs! Buckle up for a wild ride in the fifth installment of the Twilight Manors series! Brian and Stéphane embark on an unforgettable journey to New Orleans via Amtrak—Stéphane to dazzle at a Powder Puff Convention, and Brian to soak up the city’s vibrant chaos. But their adventu…

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Rick Karlin - Last Call South Florida: A History of 1001 LGBTQ 19:51

9d ago19:51

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Last Call South Florida sweeps aside the glitter and glamour of the Sunshine State's LGBTQ nightlife scene to reveal the vibrant tapestry of real people who thrived on both sides of the bar. From the harrowing days of bar raids and police arrests to the triumphs of hard-won rights, this book dives deep into the lives of those who made history. Meet…

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Philip Gambone - Zigzag 24:38

4d ago24:38

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You're Never Too Old Philip Gambone’s long-awaited second book of short stories takes off from where his highly acclaimed first collection ended, taking us now into the lives of older gay men. These sixteen, loosely interconnected stories are about men who have experienced a lot: marriages and break-ups; rekindling old loves and starting new romanc…

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Zelly Ruskin - Not Yours to Keep 27:54

5d ago27:54

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Called a “sensational debut” by Rea Frey, this psychological thriller delves into themes of reproductive rights and healthcare, confronting the complexities that define family—or the risks that lose it all. Billie Campbell, a Massachusetts adoption specialist grappling with fertility issues, dreams of adopting a baby, but not just any baby—her preg…

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Julian Fisher - Think Like A Spy 35:02

21d ago35:02

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'It's rare to find a book that is not only intensely personal but deeply practical. Julian Fisher has somehow pulled it off, in this fascinating and engaging guide to the art of influence. Think Like a Spy is a fantastic read, full of eye-opening espionage tradecraft as well as insightful tips on how to achieve your business goals. Highly recommend…

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Alison Gaylin - BuzzKill 35:35

18d ago35:35

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After a near-death experience, Sunny Randall is ready to lighten her load as a PI, that is until she is called upon by billionaire media magnate Bill Welch to investigate the disappearance of his son, Dylan, the cofounder of the Gonzo Energy Drink company. Lazy, unscrupulous and a notorious partier, Dylan isn’t exactly reliable. But Dylan’s mother,…

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Jeffrey Archer - Eye for an Eye 24:25

20d ago24:25

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The unputdownable new novel from international bestseller Jeffrey Archer – Pre-order now! In one of the most luxurious cities on earth… A billion-dollar deal is about to go badly wrong. A lavish night out is about to end in murder. And the British government is about to be plunged into crisis. In the heart of the British establishment… Lord Hartley…

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Timothy Jay Smith - Istanbul Crossing 28:00

22d ago28:00

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In this coming-of-age literary thriller, Ahdaf, a gay Syrian refugee, after watching his cousin executed by ISIS for being homosexual, flees to Istanbul for safety. Ahdaf’s reputation as a people smuggler has put him in danger once more. A Syrian refugee himself, Ahdaf earns a meager living in Istanbul helping others make the crossing to Greece – a…

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Lee Lindauer - The Salvation of Henry Maxwell 27:59

1M ago27:59

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Now eighty-five-years old, former mega-horror film star Henry Maxwell is suffering from severe depression and thoughts of suicide. Unforeseen obstacles add to his mental torture while he contemplates the mysterious death of his beloved wife, Lillian, some forty-plus years earlier. Shadowed by attorney Jessica Barrow serving as court appointed conse…

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Machiel Hoek - The Girl Who Changed The World 27:49

1M ago27:49

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Dive into "The Girl Who Changed The World," where Lisa's journey of self-discovery unravels the mysteries of life, guided by her enigmatic grandfather and the secrets he holds. Explore the balance of ancient wisdom and modern insights as Lisa navigates through the complexities of truth and reality, reshaping her understanding of herself and the wor…

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Tricia Copeland - To be a Fae Rogue (Realm Chronicles Book 4) 21:24

1M ago21:24

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“I am dead, and I need not abide by any law but my own.” - Titania Unknown to most fae, their biggest threat lies beneath them, watching, waiting perhaps, but for what? Or whom? Queen Titania gave up everything, her kingdom, her family, her friends, and her home, to end Sonia. Alas, Sonia’s soul lives and grows more powerful, threatening annihilati…

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J.M. Shaw - Callum Walker 12:31

1M ago12:31

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The Winter War is over, but another battle has begun—the tug-of-war between the darkness and the purveyor of light. Theia, The Goddess of Light, steward of goodness and life, must square off against her counterpart, Omus, The Eternal Darkness, fomenter of corruption and death. Following the ravages of warfare, Esme, the elven queen, is desperate to…

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Jonni Jordyn - The Lost Art of Magic 10:53

1M ago10:53

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Real old-time magic returns when a sixteen-year-old girl is taught one of the few ancient skills remaining to her family clan: how to traverse ancestral memories. Unfortunately, the ancient feud between the clans still exists, and with their new-found powers, war breaks out that threatens all of humanity. Magic has been lost for centuries, and when…

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Gabriel Valjan - The Big Lie: A Shane Cleary Mystery 33:39

1M ago33:39

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LOST: Poodle. Standard. Black. Studded collar. No tags. Goes by the name of Boo. Sun Tzu may have said, ‘Keep your friends close; keep your enemies closer,’ but he didn’t live in Boston, he’s not Shane Cleary, and Shane’s latest and most unexpected client is Southie’s most dangerous criminal. The man who almost killed Shane wants to hire him, but S…

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D.J. Williams - King of the Night 35:05

1M ago35:05

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Chase Hardeman, who fought the war on terror in the shadows under the secretive direction of the Oval Office, is on an international hunt for revenge. After the kidnapping of an FBI agent, who the government refuses to acknowledge, Hardeman and his partner Dexter Thompson embark on a dangerous globetrotting journey against the clock to rescue a wom…

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Steve Hamilton - An Honorable Assassin 32:34

1M ago32:34

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From two-time Edgar Award–winning author Steve Hamilton, An Honorable Assassin is another terrifying thriller featuring the unstoppable Nick Mason. He was released from federal prison to a second life as an unwilling assassin, serving a major Chicago crime lord until the day he finally won his freedom. But that freedom was a lie. Now Mason finds hi…

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Andrew Welsh-Huggins - Sick to Death 27:28

1M ago27:28

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After years of personal and professional turmoil, things are finally looking up for Columbus, Ohio, private eye Andy Hayes. As Sick to Death opens, Andy is relishing his new gig: a drama-free, family-friendly stint as a guard at the Columbus Museum of Art. What could be better than regular hours, a steady paycheck, and an attractive coworker who ma…

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Sandra Block - The Bachelorette Party 22:22

2M ago22:22

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Everything seems to be going well for Alex—she has her dream job as an intern on a popular investigative news program and is engaged to a man who is almost too perfect. Now her best friends are taking her on a surprise bachelorette weekend planned with Alex’s unusual set of interests in mind: her obsession with the famous 666 Killer. Alex and her f…

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E.J. Copperman - Same Difference (A Fran and Ken Stein Mystery Book 2) 18:10

2M ago18:10

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Nineteen-year-old trans woman Eliza is missing . . . and her worried father sets private investigators Fran and Ken Stein on her trail in this second instalment of the light-hearted and fun cozy mystery series with a paranormal twist. Taking a break from their usual business of helping adoptees find their birth parents, New York private investigato…

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Dawn Kurtagich - The Madness 39:41

2M ago39:41

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Award-winning author Dawn Kurtagich masterfully weaves a captivating tale of suspense and horror, in which Dr. Mina Murray returns to the windswept shores of Wales to help her childhood friend fight the mysterious illness that plagues her. When the lines between reality and delusion begin to blur, Mina must face off against a monstrous legacy—or be…

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Eliot Parker - Double-Crossed 41:04

2M ago41:04

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From the award-winning author of Fragile Brilliance comes another gripping Ronan McCullough thriller. Recovering from the emotional and physical damage of his last case, Ronan McCullough is trying to put his life back together. But when a federal agent's charred remains surface, linked to a professor's encrypted money laundering scheme, Ronan becom…

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Eric P. Bishop - Breach of Trust 35:56

2M ago35:56

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Ever since the Kennedy administration, The Body Man has operated in secret within the White House. Known only to a select few, the powerful role encapsulates one objective, protect the Office of the Presidency, at all costs. When details of the role leak, Nick Jordan, the current Body Man, is targeted by powerful forces within Washington and our en…

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John DeDakis - Enemies Domestic 43:30

2M ago43:30

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Enemies Domestic, Book Six in the Lark Chadwick Mystery series: On her first day as White House Press Secretary, Lark Chadwick is confronted on live television by a reporter with an agenda: “Are you, or are you not, planning to abort your unborn child?” His question puts Lark in the crosshairs of extremists on both sides of the highly fraught abort…

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Norman Woolworth - The Lafitte Affair: A Bruneau Abellard Novel 28:04

2M ago28:04

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When burglars break into Hope Mausoleum and violate Crypt 1083-A, where the remains of the former Girod Street Cemetery are housed, New Orleans property crimes detective Thibodeaux “Bo” Duplessis is confronted with three confounding questions: Who are the burglars? Why did they break into the crypt? What, if anything, did they take? In need of expe…

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Charles Palliser - Sufferance 42:28

2M ago42:28

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Set in Eastern Europe during the Second World War. When his nation is invaded and occupied by a brutal enemy, a well-intentioned man persuades his wife that they should give temporary shelter to a young girl who is at school with their daughter. He has no idea that the girl belongs to a community against whom the invader intends to commit genocide.…

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Preston & Child - Angel of Vengeance 27:55

2M ago27:55

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Preston & Child continue their #1 bestselling series featuring FBI Special Agent Pendergast and Constance Greene, as they take a final stand against New York’s deadliest serial killer: Pendergast’s own ancestor…and Constance’s greatest enemy. A desperate bargain is broken… Constance Greene confronts Manhattan’s most dangerous serial killer, Enoch L…

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Parker Adams - Lock Box 34:31

2M ago34:31

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When an army-vet-turned-safecracker is forcibly recruited to be part of a dangerous heist, she’ll need all her skills to get out alive in this fast-paced thriller perfect for fans of Jeffery Deaver and P. J. Tracy. Nearly a decade after getting chased out of the Army for fighting back against abuse, Monna Locke’s skill and discretion have made her …

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Matt Cost - City Gone Askew 30:55

2M ago30:55

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Award-winning author Matt Cost brings us back to Brooklyn in the Roaring ’20s and Hungarian private eye, 8 Ballo, who is hired by Theda Lazar Vogel to prove that her husband was murdered. His colorful cast of friends returns, as well as legendary figures such as Dorothy Parker, Coleman Hawkins, Bugsy Siegel, and Lucky Luciano. 8 discovers that a pr…

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Kate Risse - Inland 23:27

2M ago23:27

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Inland is a harrowing account of separation and resilience as two families struggle to reunite after the Eastern Seaboard succumbs to catastrophic flooding. Trapped in the rapid floodwaters, Juliet and Martin search for a viable way back to Boston while their children face their own challenges for survival in the rising seas. This intense tale of e…

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Joe Kenda - First do no Harm 29:48

2M ago29:48

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Former homicide detective and star of Investigation Discovery, Joe Kenda follows his authentic and fascinating debut novel with First Do No Harm, another addictive tale of crime and punishment as only he can tell it. A string of overdoses in Colorado Springs has Detectives Joe Kenda and Lee Wilson on the lookout for a bad batch of heroin that has b…

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June Trop - The Deadliest Returns 24:34

2M ago24:34

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Uncover the guilty longings, secrets, lies, and evil deeds of others as you escape to the Roman Empire, its splendor as well as its seedy underbelly. Can Miriam’s brother, the renowned gladiator, return home in secret after allegedly having been killed in the amphitheater in Pompeii? Can Miriam help her returning friend, who fled the arms of Roman …

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CC Robinson - Divided: Book One in the Divided Series 25:20

2M ago25:20

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Impenetrable walls. Ethnic division. A ruthless dictator. Escape. It’s all eighteen-year-old Marcos Sanchez can think about as he stares at the towering walls of Queenstown in the Federated Republic of America, the ruthless dictator Supreme Commander Martin's stronghold. But with Marcos’s father controlling his life, freedom seems like an impossibl…

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Sudi (Rick) Karatas - Fork Social Media and the Algorithm It Rode in On (Jailbird Stories) 32:19

2M ago32:19

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Stories collected by the author about those who have been banned and restricted from posting on social media, many times over innocent or harmless posts, because computer algorithms don't understand humor, sarcasm or satire. It takes everything literally. Sudi (Rick) Karatas ended up a "Prisoner of a Social Media site starting with the letter "F" s…

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Henry Rozycki - Walk the Earth as Brothers: A Novel 27:44

2M ago27:44

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Two Jewish brothers plan futures full of achievement and maybe fame. But Warsaw in the summer of 1939 is no place for dreamers. Ian is thrown west to Paris. There, he unexpectedly falls in love with Alicia, a mysterious Frenchwoman, but then must leave her to race across France to safety in Casablanca. Daniel ends up in the Siberian Gulag, where he…

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Marc Cameron - Bad River : An Arliss Cutter Novel Book 6 38:37

3M ago38:37

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In the Inupiaq village of Wainwright on the Arctic Ocean, two teenagers discover a frozen body in the permafrost wall of their family’s cellar. They recognize the face through the ice. It is the face of a young woman who went missing—two years ago . . . In South Dakota, Arliss Cutter searches for answers surrounding his brother’s mysterious death. …

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K.T. Nguyen - You Know What You Did 33:18

3M ago33:18

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In this heart-pounding debut thriller for fans of Lisa Jewell and Celeste Ng, a first-generation Vietnamese American artist must confront nightmares past and present. . . . Annie “Anh Le” Shaw grew up poor, but seems to have it all now: a dream career, a stunning home, and a devoted husband and daughter. When Annie’s mother, a Vietnam War refugee, …

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Robert Conlin - The Lewiston Shooting 27:56

3M ago27:56

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Halloween was less than a week away, and the decorative ghouls and witches, grinning pumpkins and scythe-wielding zombies that stalked the shadows of Lewiston’s imagination wilted as the sun rose higher behind the eight majestic spires of the iconic Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church on Bartlett Street. If those 170-foot-high spires …

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Anne Laughlin - Clean Kill ( A Nicky Sullivan Mystery) 34:12

3M ago34:12

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Nicky Sullivan is the resident manager of a sober living home in Chicago. There she rides herd on ten newly sober addicts and alcoholics, trying to point them in the right direction while keeping their chaos to a minimum. But when one of her residents is murdered, Nicky turns to the investigative skills honed during her past career as a homicide de…

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Ann Charles - Hip Deep in Bad Company 42:50

3M ago42:50

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I ran freight and wagon trains for years from Missouri to Santa Fe. Courted death from arrows to snake bites, drowning to dysentery, each and every trip. Came through all that only to be dealt a bad hand in Deadwood. Got myself killed. Now the Grim Reaper is swinging for my boys, too. They’re men, actually, and I won’t let them end up dead like me.…

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Angela Van Breemen - Past Life's Revenge: A David Harris and Emma Jackson Mystery 33:48

3M ago33:48

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Since childhood, David Harris has suffered from debilitating nightmares. He has sought the advice of psychiatrists and other health professionals without obtaining any relief. When he meets an attractive young psychic, Emma Jackson, she encourages him to seek the help of her friend Anna Tungsten, a hypnotherapist. During an emotionally charged past…

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Don Sawyer - The Burning Gem 31:22

3M ago31:22

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The Burning Gem spins from chance meeting of a woman ready for adventure after years in a loveless marriage and a mysterious artisan who will show her another world. Barbara has always had an uncanny ability to read others, but her full empathic skills emerge only after a part of her soul is crystalized into a flaming red gem. Desperate to escape h…

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Emiko Jean - The Return of Ellie Black 25:56

3M ago25:56

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Detective Chelsey Calhoun’s life is turned upside down when she gets the call Ellie Black, a girl who disappeared years earlier, has resurfaced in the woods of Washington state—but Ellie’s reappearance leaves Chelsey with more questions than answers. It’s been twenty years since Detective Chelsey Calhoun’s sister vanished when they were teenagers, …

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