422 Results with the "Mystery" genre


    • Gregor the Overlander Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In Gre­gor the Over­lan­der, ​Gre­gor, an ordi­nary 11-year-old boy from New York City, is thrust into an extra­or­di­nary adven­ture when he and his tod­dler sis­ter, ​Boots, fall through a laun­dry grate into the ​Under­land—a hid­den world beneath the city. This sub­ter­ranean realm is home to giant ​rats, bats, cock­roach­es, and pale, vio­let-eyed humans who live in the under­ground king­dom of ​Regalia. When Gre­gor arrives, he…
      Adventure Fiction • Fantasy • Fiction • Mystery
    • [Joe Pickett 18] • The Disappeared Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In The Dis­ap­peared, Wyoming game war­den ​Joe Pick­ett​ is drawn into a high-stakes mys­tery when a British ​CEO’s daugh­ter, ​Kate Shelford-Long­den, van­ish­es from an exclu­sive ​guest ranch​ near ​Sarato­ga. Tasked with inves­ti­gat­ing by Gov­er­nor ​Colter Allen, Joe uncov­ers a web of secrets involv­ing: A ​van­ished ranch employ­ee​ with a vio­lent past A ​ruth­less Sil­i­con Val­ley investor​ with ties to the ranch A ​local jour­nal­ist​ dig­ging…
      Mystery • Thriller • True Crime
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      Buried Prey

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Buried Prey, ​Lucas Dav­en­port​ con­fronts a chill­ing ghost from his past when the bod­ies of two miss­ing girls—Kate Jones and Martha John­son—are unearthed after 25 years. Orig­i­nal­ly dis­missed as a cold case from Davenport’s ear­ly days as a Min­neapo­lis cop, the dis­cov­ery reopens old wounds and expos­es a web of lies, cor­rup­tion, and a killer who’s been hid­ing in plain sight. As Dav­en­port revis­its…
      Fiction • Mystery • Politics • Thriller
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      TWENTY

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ellie prepares to leave the Amish community of East Paradise, reflecting on the physical and emotional baggage she has accumulated during her stay. Her suitcase now holds mementos like a handmade quilt, a straw hat, and a pregnancy test, alongside intangible gifts of spirit and peace. As she packs, she contemplates the adjustments awaiting her return to the outside world—sleeping beside Coop, watching TV, and resuming her legal career—while already missing the rhythms of Amish life. Katie and Sarah…
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      EIGHTEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ellie anxiously awaiting the jury's verdict in Katie's trial, a delay that leaves her unsettled. Judge Ledbetter allows her to borrow a beeper to stay informed, but the uncertainty weighs heavily on Ellie. Unlike her usual distractions—other cases, exercise, or consulting her colleague Stephen—she finds herself immersed in the Fisher family's daily routines, where life continues as if no verdict is pending. Katie, in particular, remains remarkably composed, focusing on chores and…
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      NINETEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with prosecutor George Callahan anxiously awaiting the jury's verdict in the trial of an Amish defendant. Stressed and physically affected by the case, he discusses with Lizzie Munro the challenges of convicting an Amish person, as the community views them as inherently virtuous. The jury's request for psychiatric transcripts suggests they are grappling with the defendant's state of mind, hinting at a possible belief in her guilt. Meanwhile, Ellie Hathaway, the defense attorney, is…
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      SEVENTEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Katie returning to the farm, visibly distressed as she witnesses the routine milking process. Overcome by nausea, she vomits and flees to the pond, reflecting on her guilt and the recent tragedies in her life, including the death of her newborn son. She believes these hardships are divine punishment and resolves to confess her role in the baby's death, despite the consequences. Her internal turmoil is juxtaposed with the pastoral setting, emphasizing her isolation and…
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      SIXTEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ellie's unsettling dream about questioning Coop on the witness stand, where her subconscious fears manifest—revealing her personal anxieties about their relationship and Katie's case. The dream's imagery, including the dead infant, underscores the emotional weight of the trial. Ellie's discomfort with cross-examining Coop stems from their unresolved personal tensions and her pregnancy, which distorts her perception of their interactions. Their professional dynamic is further…
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      THIRTEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Detective Lizzie Munro finds herself in an unusual position, testifying against an Amish girl, Katie Fisher, accused of murder. Lizzie observes Katie's demure appearance with disdain, comparing her to overly sentimental figurines. As she takes the stand, Lizzie confidently recounts her credentials as a detective-sergeant in East Paradise Township, emphasizing the rarity of felonies in the area, particularly among the Amish community. The chapter sets the stage for a trial that pits modern legal scrutiny…
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      FOURTEEN

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ellie confronting the unexpected results of a pregnancy test, which she initially tries to dismiss as a mistake due to her age and the perceived unlikelihood of such an "accident." Despite her skepticism, the reality of her pregnancy begins to settle in, and Katie, who is with her, offers quiet congratulations. Ellie reflects on her long-standing desire for a child, contrasting it with her current mixed emotions about the pregnancy. The scene captures the tension between Ellie's…
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