Download or read book A Pint of Problems a Southern Noir Thriller written by Chris Lowry and published by . This book was released on 2020-05-11 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How could he tell her no... ...even after she broke his heart. When a woman from Jake's past finds him passed out on his front porch, she makes him breakfast and an offer he can't refuse. Help her get the money owed to her and he gets a percentage. And her. He's dead broke and needs a drink so the walking around money has appeal. Plus the promise of another night with her to sweeten the pot? What's supposed to be a short visit turns into an accidental murder charge and his ingénue is nowhere to be found. Jake's going to need all the help he can find if he hopes to get out of the mess she dropped him in the middle of. Fans of disgraced lawyers and southern noir are going to love the Jake Burbank series because if you can't root for the underdog, at least you can buy him a drink. Get your copy now.
Download or read book A Pint of Problems a Jake Burbank mystery written by Chris Lowry and published by Grand Ozarks Media. This book was released on 2024-01-26 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He couldn't tell her no. Even after she broke his heart. She had that kind of hold on him. And when she hires ex-lawyer turned accidental PI Jake Burbank, he knows it's trouble. He should run away. Fast. She wants money from an ex- and he's going to help her get it. But when he's framed for the guy's murder, things go from bad to worse. Can he stay free long enough to find the real culprit and clear his already damaged name? Fans of page swiping mystery thrills are going to love the Jake Burbank series. Grab your copy today.
Download or read book The Ranger written by Ace Atkins and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-06-09 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE FIRST NOVEL IN ACE ATKINS’ NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING QUINN COLSON SERIES. “In Quinn Colson, bestselling author Ace Atkins has created an American hero in a time when we need him.”—C. J. Box After years of war, Army Ranger Quinn Colson returns home to the rugged, rough hill country of northeast Mississippi to find his native Tibbehah County overrun with corruption, decay, meth runners, and violence. His uncle, the longtime county sheriff, is dead. A suicide, he’s told, but others—like tomboy deputy Lillie Virgil—whisper murder. In the days that follow, it’s up to Colson to discover the truth, not only about his uncle, but about his family, his friends, his town, and himself. And once it’s discovered, there’s no going back for this real hero of the Deep South.
Download or read book Excellent Habits a guide written by Chris Lowry and published by Grand Ozarks Media. This book was released on 2024-01-20 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Habits and routines are often the key to achieving success in any area of life. They help us to streamline our actions, reduce decision fatigue, and create a sense of structure and order in our lives. By incorporating positive habits and routines into our daily lives, we can create a solid foundation for success and build momentum towards our goals. One of the most significant benefits of developing positive habits and routines is that they help to establish a sense of discipline and consistency. When we have set times and behaviors for specific tasks, we're more likely to follow through with them. This consistency creates a sense of reliability and can help us to build trust with others, as well as our own self-confidence. Another advantage of developing positive habits and routines is that they help to improve our productivity. When we know what to expect and how to go about our daily tasks, we waste less time and can accomplish more in less time. By prioritizing our tasks and having a structured plan for how we approach them, we can avoid the feeling of being overwhelmed and can focus on the most important tasks at hand. Moreover, positive habits and routines can also have a positive impact on our mental and physical health. Engaging in healthy habits such as regular exercise, meditation, and a balanced diet can help us to manage stress, increase our energy levels, and improve our overall well-being. Incorporating regular breaks and time for self-care into our routines can also help to prevent burnout and increase our resilience in the face of challenges. Developing positive habits and routines requires discipline, patience, and a willingness to stick to a plan. It may be challenging at first, but with consistent effort, it becomes easier over time. Start by identifying the areas in your life that could benefit from positive habits and routines. Create a plan for how you will incorporate these habits into your daily life, and then commit to following through with that plan. developing positive habits and routines can have a significant impact on our lives. They can help us to establish discipline and consistency, improve our productivity, and promote our mental and physical health. By incorporating positive habits and routines into our daily lives, we can create a solid foundation for success and achieve our goals with greater ease.
Download or read book Cookies for Breakfast a collection of tips about living your best life written by Chris Lowry and published by Grand Ozarks Media. This book was released on 2024-01-20 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Power of Compounding Good Habits When it comes to seeking excellence, it is often said that habits are key. This is because habits have the power to compound – that is, they have the ability to build on themselves and grow stronger over time. The power of compounding is well-known in the financial world. When it comes to saving and investing, the sooner you start, the greater the potential for growth. This is because the money you save today will have the opportunity to grow and compound over time, thanks to the power of compound interest. The same principle applies to seeking excellence. The habits you establish today will have the opportunity to grow and compound over time, helping you to achieve greater and greater levels of success. Of course, the opposite is also true. The bad habits you establish today will also have the opportunity to grow and compound over time, holding you back from achieving your full potential. This is why it is so important to be intentional about the habits you form. If you want to achieve excellence, you need to focus on developing good habits that will help you reach your goals. Here are a few tips to get you started: 1. Be clear about your goals. What exactly do you want to achieve? The more specific you can be, the better. 2. Identify the habits that will help you reach your goals. What specific actions do you need to take on a regular basis in order to achieve your desired results? 3. Make a plan. Once you know what habits you need to develop, you need to make a plan for how you will go about doing it. Ready for more? Try Cookies for Breakfast today!
Download or read book Fever Tree written by Tim Applegate and published by Amberjack Publishing. This book was released on 2016-08-02 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a handsome and mysterious stranger arrives in Crooked River, the town is consumed by rumors. Although a deeply private young man, Dieter befriends everyone from deckhands to shopkeepers. On the rebound from a disastrous relationship, the charming but hesitant Maggie Paterson falls in love. Teddy Mink, the town’s notorious, paranoid drug lord, convinced that Dieter’s a narc, formulates a plan to silence him. Maggie's recently estranged ex, who moonlights as a drug runner for Teddy, jealously agrees that Dieter must be handled – no matter the cost. From the moonlit beaches of Quintana Roo to the waterfront docks of Crooked River, Florida, Fever Tree is a beautifully written story that charts the surprising journey of a deeply troubled young man zealously guarding the secrets of his past.
Download or read book Dark Borders written by Jonathan Auerbach and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2011-03-25 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Connects anxieties about citizenship and national belonging in midcentury America to the sense of alienation conveyed by American film noir
Download or read book Don t Know Tough written by Eli Cranor and published by Soho Press. This book was released on 2022-03-22 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WINNER OF THE EDGAR AWARD WINNER OF THE PETER LOVESEY FIRST CRIME NOVEL CONTEST Friday Night Lights gone dark with Southern Gothic; Eli Cranor delivers a powerful noir that will appeal to fans of Wiley Cash and Megan Abbott. In Denton, Arkansas, the fate of the high school football team rests on the shoulders of Billy Lowe, a volatile but talented running back. Billy comes from an extremely troubled home: a trailer park where he is terrorized by his mother’s abusive boyfriend. Billy takes out his anger on the field, but when his savagery crosses a line, he faces suspension. Without Billy Lowe, the Denton Pirates can kiss their playoff bid goodbye. But the head coach, Trent Powers, who just moved from California with his wife and two children for this job, has more than just his paycheck riding on Billy’s bad behavior. As a born-again Christian, Trent feels a divine calling to save Billy—save him from his circumstances, and save his soul. Then Billy’s abuser is found murdered in the Lowe family trailer, and all evidence points toward Billy. Now nothing can stop an explosive chain of violence that could tear the whole town apart on the eve of the playoffs.
Download or read book Curb Your Enthusiasm and Philosophy written by Mark Ralkowski and published by Open Court Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What makes Larry a monster, and why doesn't he know that he's a monster? This title discusses philosophical answers to these questions. It also discusses the ethical and existential issues, such as whether Larry is a bad apple or perhaps worth emulating.
Download or read book Give Us a Kiss written by Daniel Woodrell and published by Back Bay Books. This book was released on 2012-06-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "My imagination is always skulking about in a wrong place." And now Doyle Redmond, thirty-five-year-old nowhere writer, has crossed the line between imagination and real live trouble. On the lam in his soon-to-be ex-wife's Volvo, he's running a family errand back in his boyhood home of West Table, Missouri--the heart of the red-dirt Ozarks. The law wants his big brother, Smoke, on a felony warrant, and Doyle's supposed to talk him into giving up. But Smoke is hunkered down in the hills with his partner, Big Annie, and her nineteen-year-old daughter, Niagra, making other plans: they're about to harvest a profitable patch of homegrown marijuana. Doyle takes just one look at Niagra's flattering red boots before joining his brother's scheme. Of course it means dealing with the law and maybe worse--the Dollys. A legendary clan of largely criminal persuasion, the Dollys have been feuding with the Redmonds for generations. Now they want a piece of Smoke's cash crop, even if it means killing to get it. Doyle is fast realizing that yes, you can always put the country back in the boy...but sometimes that's not smart.
Download or read book The Killing Hills written by Chris Offutt and published by Grove Press. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A veteran on leave investigates a murder in his Kentucky backwoods hometown in this Appalachian noir by the acclaimed author of Country Dark. Mick Hardin, a combat veteran and Army CID agent, is home on a leave to be with his pregnant wife—but they aren’t getting along. His sister, newly risen to sheriff, has just landed her first murder investigation—but local politicians are pushing for someone else to take the case. Maybe they think she can’t handle it. Or maybe their concerns run deeper. With his experience and knowledge of the area, Mick is well-suited to help his sister investigate while staying under the radar. Now he’s dodging calls from his commanding officer as he delves into the dangerous rivalries lurking beneath the surface of his fiercely private hometown. And he needs to talk to his wife. The Killing Hills is a novel of betrayal within and between the clans that populate the hollers—and the way it so often shades into violence. Chris Offutt has delivered a dark, witty, and absolutely compelling novel of murder and honor, with an investigator-hero unlike any in fiction.
Download or read book Devil in a Blue Dress 30th Anniversary Edition written by Walter Mosley and published by Washington Square Press. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first novel by “master of mystery” (The New York Times) Walter Mosley, featuring Easy Rawlins, the most iconic African American detective in all of fiction. Named one of the “best 100 mystery novels of all time” by the Mystery Writers of America, this special thirtieth anniversary edition features an all new introduction from the author. The year is 1948, the town is Los Angeles. Easy Rawlins, a black war veteran, has just been fired from his job at a defense factory plant. Drinking in his friend’s bar, he’s wondering how he’ll manage to make ends meet, when a white man in a linen suit approaches him and offers him good money if Easy will simply locate Miss Daphne Money, a missing blonde beauty known to frequent black jazz clubs. Easy has no idea that by taking this job, his life is about to change forever. “More than simply a detective novel…[Mosley is] a talented author with something vital to say about the distance between the black and white worlds, and with a dramatic way to say it” (The New York Times).
Download or read book Tapping the Source written by Kem Nunn and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-06-19 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST Kem Nunn’s “surf noir” classic is a thrilling plunge into the seedy underbelly of a Southern California beach town—the inspiration for the film Point Break. People go to Huntington Beach in search of the endless parties, the ultimate highs, and the perfect waves. Ike Tucker has come to look for his missing sister and for the three men who may have murdered her. In that place of gilded surfers and sun-bleached blonds, Ike’s search takes him on a journey through a twisted world of crazed Vietnam vets, sadistic surfers, drug dealers, and mysterious seducers. He looks into the shadows and finds parties that drift toward pointless violence, joyless vacations, and highs you may never come down from...and a sea of old hatreds and dreams gone bad. And if he’s not careful, his is a journey from which he will never return.
Download or read book Cripple Creek written by James Sallis and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2009-05-26 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As this tale opens, Turner, ex-cop, ex-con, and ex-psychotherapist, remains on the lam in rural Cypress Grove, Tennessee, escaping the demons of past lives in Memphis, but he is starting to mend. There's a developing relationship with Val Bjorn, teacher and country musician; there's the appearance of his daughter from Seattle; and there's the fact that he has come out of hibernation to accept the job as deputy sheriff of Cypress Grove. Then his boss, the kindly sheriff, is assaulted by a gang of mobbed-up toughs in the act of breaking one of their own out of the small-town jail. Turner pursues the thugs to Memphis, confronting his past and giving vent to his suppressed blood lust. Every action prompts a reaction, however, and soon the thugs return to Cypress Grove looking for some blood of their own. Sallis tells the violent tale quietly, effectively using jump cuts, flashbacks, and flashforwards to generate both suspense and, simultaneously, a sense of inevitability.
Download or read book A Drink Before the War written by Dennis Lehane and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2003 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Bost, PIs Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro investigate the death of an African-American cleaning lady, gunned down in a burst of Uzi fire. A tale of street gang violence and of the racial divide between black and irish.
Download or read book Dublin Noir written by Ken Bruen and published by Akashic Books. This book was released on 2006 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brand new stories by: Ken Bruen, Eoin Colfer, Jason Starr, Laura Lippman, Olen Steinhauer, Peter Spiegelman, Kevin Wignall, Jim Fusilli, John Rickards, Patrick J. Lambe, Charlie Stella, Ray Banks, James O. Born, Sarah Weinman, Pat Mullan, Gary Phillips, Craig McDonald, Duane Swierczynski, Reed Farrel Coleman, and others. Irish crime-fiction sensation Ken Bruen and cohorts shine a light on the dark streets of Dublin. Dublin Noir features an awe-inspiring cast of writers who between them have won all major mystery and crime-fiction awards. This collection introduces secret corners of a fascinating city and surprise assaults on the "Celtic Tiger" of modern Irish prosperity. "The stories paint a picture of Dublin as the Celtic Tiger, a beast crouched on its hind legs about leap at you and roaring with its intensity . . . The cynicism and despair of classic noir is portrayed within each of these stories." --Metro LA "Dublin Noir is perhaps the best short story anthology I've read." --Reviewing the Evidence
Download or read book It Dies with You written by Scott Blackburn and published by Crooked Lane Books. This book was released on 2022-06-07 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scott Blackburn’s searing literary debut explores the dangerous world of secrets threatening to upend a rural Southern town, perfect for fans of David Joy and Brian Panowich. For nearly a decade, twenty-nine-year-old Hudson Miller has made his living in the boxing ring, but a post-fight brawl threatens to derail his career. Desperate for money, Hudson takes a gig as a bouncer at a dive bar. That’s when life delivers him another hook to the jaw: his estranged father, Leland, has been murdered in what appears to be a robbery-gone-bad at his salvage yard, Miller’s Pull-a-Part. Soon after his father’s funeral, Hudson learns he’s inherited the salvage yard, and he returns to his Bible-belt hometown of Flint Creek, North Carolina, to run the business. But the business is far more than junk cars and scrap metal. It was the site of an illegal gun-running ring. And the secrets don’t end there; a grisly discovery is made at the yard that thrusts Hudson into the fight of his life. Reeling for answers, Hudson joins forces with his father’s former employee, 71-year-old, beer-guzzling Vietnam vet Charlie Shoaf, and a feisty teenage girl, Lucy Reyes, who’s fiercely seeking justice for her own family tragedy. With a murderer on the loose and no answers from the local cops, the trio of outcasts launch an investigation. The shocking truth they uncover will shake Flint Creek to its very core.
