Trace of Evil

Trace of Evil
Author: Alice Blanchard
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2019-12-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1250205727

An IndieNext Pick! "Gripping...Blanchard keeps the tension high." - Associated Press From Alice Blanchard, the author of the New York Times Notable mystery novel Darkness Peering comes Trace of Evil, first in an evocative new series about a small New York town, its deeply held secrets, and the woman determined to uncover them, no matter what the cost. There’s something wicked in Burning Lake... Natalie Lockhart is a rookie detective in Burning Lake, New York, an isolated town known for its dark past. Tasked with uncovering the whereabouts of nine missing transients who have disappeared over the years, Natalie wrestles with the town’s troubled history – and the scars left by her sister’s unsolved murder years ago. Then Daisy Buckner, a beloved schoolteacher, is found dead on her kitchen floor, and a suspect immediately comes to mind. But it’s not that simple. The suspect is in a coma, collapsed only hours after the teacher’s death, and it turns out Daisy had secrets of her own. Natalie knows there is more to the case, but as the investigation deepens, even she cannot predict the far-reaching consequences – for the victim, for the missing of Burning Lake, and for herself.

No Trace

No Trace
Author: Barry Maitland
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2010-09-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1429951192

In a London neighborhood known for its artists and bohemian style, six year old Tracey Rudd is abducted from her home without any warning, or sign of violence. She is the third child abucted under similar circumstances in recent weeks. But this case is different. She is the daughter of notorious contemporary artist Gabriel Rudd, best known for the grotesque "Dead Puppies," a work centered around his wife's suicide five years earlier. While Rudd exploits Tracey's abduction as an inspiration for a major new work in his upcoming exhibit, D.C.I. David Brock and Detective Sergeant Kathy Kolla hunt for the missing girls' kidnapper, who is suspiciously connected to the eccentric community of artists, dealers, and collectors in the neighborhood.

Trace

Trace
Author: Rachael Brown
Publisher: Scribe Us
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2019-06-04
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781947534582

A journalist's cold-case investigation into the shocking murder of a bookseller

Keri Locke Mystery Bundle: A Trace of Crime (#4) and A Trace of Hope (#5)

Keri Locke Mystery Bundle: A Trace of Crime (#4) and A Trace of Hope (#5)
Author: Blake Pierce
Publisher: Morgan Rice
Total Pages: 649
Release:
Genre:
ISBN: 1640293795

“A dynamic story line that grips from the first chapter and doesn't let go.” --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Once Gone) From #1 bestselling mystery author Blake Pierce comes a new masterpiece of psychological suspense. A bundle of books #4 (A TRACE OF CRIME) and #5 (A TRACE OF HOPE) in Blake Pierce’s Keri Locke Mystery series! This bundle offers books four and five in one convenient file, with over 120,000 words of reading. In A TRACE OF CRIME (A Keri Locke Mystery—Book 4), Keri Locke, Missing Persons Detective in the Homicide division of the LAPD, follows a fresh lead for her abducted daughter. She winds her way through a twisted underworld, and step by step, she gets closer to finding her daughter. Yet she has no time. Keri is assigned a new case: a dad calls from an affluent community and reports that his teen daughter vanished on the way home from school. Shortly after, ransom letters arrive. Twisted, filled with riddles, they make it clear that there is little time to save the girl. They also make it clear that this is the work of a diabolical killer who is toying with them. Keri and the police must scramble to find the kidnapper, to understand his demands, to decode the letters, and most of all, to outwit him. But in this master game of chess, Keri may find herself up against a foe even she cannot understand, and for the missing girl—and her own daughter—she may just be too late. In A TRACE OF HOPE (Book #5 in the Keri Locke mystery series), Keri Locke is closer than she’s ever been to finding her daughter. Finally, she gets a fresh lead—and this time, she will do whatever it takes to bring her home alive. At the same time, a new, urgent case is assigned to Keri: an 18 year old girl has gone missing after being hazed by her sorority. As the race is on to find her, Keri plunges deep into the world of pristine college campuses, and comes to realize that all is not what it seems. Dark psychological thrillers with heart-pounding suspense, the KERI LOCKE MYSTERY series is a riveting new series—with a beloved new character—that will leave you turning pages late into the night.

The Wicked Hour

The Wicked Hour
Author: Alice Blanchard
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2020-12-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1250205743

From the award-winning author of Trace of Evil, a detective dealing with the scars of her past must solve a seemingly unconnected string of murders, and face the impossible question of what to do when the killer may be hiding amongst the ones you know, in Alice Blanchard's The Wicked Hour. “Readers will welcome a return to Burning Lake with Natalie at the helm.”—Associated Press “Lockhart is a relatable new heroine on the police-procedural scene, and one who will appeal to readers of Tana French."—Booklist The day after Burning Lake’s notorious, debauched Halloween celebration, Detective Natalie Lockhart uncovers a heartbreaking scene—a young woman, dead and lying in a dumpster. There’s no clue to who she is, save for a mystifying tattoo on her arm, and a callus underneath her chin. She’s not from around here. No one knows who she is. As Natalie retraces the young woman’s steps leading up to her death, she uncovers a deeper, darker horror—a string of murders and disappearances, seemingly unconnected, that may have ties to each other—and explain the abrupt disappearance of her best friend years ago. As she digs deeper within the mind of the hunter, Natalie finds a darkness she could never have imagined. And as she draws closer to the truth, the killer is weaving a trap for her that may prove inescapable.

Mysterious Murders and Missing Persons: True Crime Cases That Defy Explanation

Mysterious Murders and Missing Persons: True Crime Cases That Defy Explanation
Author: Nicholas Creighton
Publisher: nick creighton
Total Pages: 52
Release:
Genre: True Crime
ISBN:

Step into the shadowy world of unsolved mysteries with "Mysterious Murders and Missing Persons: True Crime Cases That Defy Explanation." This gripping collection delves into some of the most perplexing true crime cases that continue to baffle investigators and haunt the public's imagination. From eerie disappearances to chilling murders, each case is meticulously researched and presented with compelling narrative flair. Whether you are a true crime enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this book will captivate you with stories that challenge the boundaries of reality and justice. Inside this book, you will find: Mysterious Murders: Detailed accounts of unsolved murder cases that leave more questions than answers. Haunting Disappearances: Stories of individuals who vanished without a trace, leaving behind only enigmatic clues. In-Depth Analysis: Examination of evidence, theories, and possible motives behind these perplexing cases. Historical Context: Insights into the historical and social contexts that may have influenced these mysterious events. Expert Perspectives: Commentary from criminologists, investigators, and true crime experts. "Mysterious Murders and Missing Persons" is your ultimate guide to the world of unsolved true crime. Dive into these haunting tales and see if you can piece together the puzzles that continue to defy explanation.

The Mystery Cases of Detective Sage

The Mystery Cases of Detective Sage
Author: Herbert George Jenkins
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2022-11-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Detective Malcolm Sage has been compared to both HerculePoirot and Sherlock Holmes in his style of detective work. DigiCat presents to you the collection of Sage stories to help you indulge in the thrill of adventure and mystery. Contents: Sir John Dene Receives His Orders The Strange Case of Mr.Challoner Malcolm Sage's Mysterious Movements The Surrey Cattle-Maiming Mystery Inspector Wensdale is Surprised The Stolen Admiralty Memorandum The Outrage at the Garage Gladys Norman Dines with Thompson The Holding Up of Lady Glanedale A Lesson in Deduction The Mcmurray Mystery The Marmalade Clue The Gylston Slander Malcolm Sage Plays Patience The Missing Heavyweight The Great Fight at the Olympia Lady Dene Calls on Malcolm Sage

The Great American Crime Decline

The Great American Crime Decline
Author: Franklin E. Zimring
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2008-11-05
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0199702535

Many theories--from the routine to the bizarre--have been offered up to explain the crime decline of the 1990s. Was it record levels of imprisonment? An abatement of the crack cocaine epidemic? More police using better tactics? Or even the effects of legalized abortion? And what can we expect from crime rates in the future? Franklin E. Zimring here takes on the experts, and counters with the first in-depth portrait of the decline and its true significance. The major lesson from the 1990s is that relatively superficial changes in the character of urban life can be associated with up to 75% drops in the crime rate. Crime can drop even if there is no major change in the population, the economy or the schools. Offering the most reliable data available, Zimring documents the decline as the longest and largest since World War II. It ranges across both violent and non-violent offenses, all regions, and every demographic. All Americans, whether they live in cities or suburbs, whether rich or poor, are safer today. Casting a critical and unerring eye on current explanations, this book demonstrates that both long-standing theories of crime prevention and recently generated theories fall far short of explaining the 1990s drop. A careful study of Canadian crime trends reveals that imprisonment and economic factors may not have played the role in the U.S. crime drop that many have suggested. There was no magic bullet but instead a combination of factors working in concert rather than a single cause that produced the decline. Further--and happily for future progress, it is clear that declines in the crime rate do not require fundamental social or structural changes. Smaller shifts in policy can make large differences. The significant reductions in crime rates, especially in New York, where crime dropped twice the national average, suggests that there is room for other cities to repeat this astounding success. In this definitive look at the great American crime decline, Franklin E. Zimring finds no pat answers but evidence that even lower crime rates might be in store.