Thomas H. Cook Libros

El d&ía en que Sara decidi&ó huir de casa, dejar atr&ás a su marido y empezar una nueva vida, no sab&ía que estaba poniendo en marcha un mecanismo imparable de intriga y violencia. Porque, como pronto descubrir&á, nadie abandona al hijo de Leo Labriola& sin pagar las consecuencias. Seis vidas giran en torno a una mujer desesperada: un hombre con muchas deudas y poco tiempo de vida, un buscador de personas atormentado por su pasado, un mat&ón fiel hasta la muerte, un marido desencantado y d&ébil, un barman en busca de cantante y un capo mafioso violento y despiadado... Seis hombres que se juegan su futuro en el transcurso de unas horas, en el coraz&ón de la ciudad, en una siniestra partida con el destino en la que todas las cartas est&án marcadas. Thomas H.Cook recoge la esencia de la mejor novela negra en esta historia de suspense, con un ritmo creciente y unos personajes excepcionalmente retratados que se encaminan, cada uno con su bagaje de pecados, faltas y deudas, hacia un climax tan inevitable como sobrecogedor.

Riverwood es una apacible comunidad que Allison Davies, su propietaria, ha transformado en refugio para escritores y artistas. Un lugar hermoso y paradisíaco que en una ocasión fue escenario de un terrible crimen sin explicación ni castigo: el asesinato de la joven Faye Harrison, la mejor amiga de Allison. Ahora, cincuenta años más tarde, Allison quiere encontrar las respuestas a ese misterio que truncó para siempre su felicidad y la paz de Riverwood. Para ello contrata a Paul Graves, un escritor de novelas policíacas de culto cuyos personajes tenebrosos fascinan al público. Dispuesto a asumir el papel de uno de sus personajes de ficción, Paul Graves acepta la propuesta de Allison Davies y se sumerge en la investigación del caso. Graves, superviviente a su vez de una infancia marcada por la tragedia, iniciará un viaje imparable en el tiempo que le trasladará, inevitablemente, a los fantasmas de su propio pasado y que le permitirá descubrir al fin cuáles son los rincones que esconden la verdad última de un crimen.

Renowned for his expertise, Lawrence Block presents a comprehensive essay collection that delves into the intricacies of writing fiction. Drawing from his extensive experience, he shares insights on storytelling techniques, character development, and the creative process. This collection serves as both a guide and inspiration for aspiring writers, offering practical advice alongside reflections on the craft. Block's engaging prose makes complex concepts accessible, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to enhance their writing skills.

They call Eddie Miller 'The Coed Killer's Son' because when Eddie was five years old, his father killed a college girl, dismembered her body, and buried the pieces in woods. Where Eddie's family name has brought only infamy, Jack's has bestowed respect. To exorcise the burden, his teacher Jack encourages Eddie to confront past and discover truth about his father.

A tale of constipation and greed in an a small Texas town during the summer when a traveller return.

A photographer grapples with the haunting aftermath of a stranger's suicide, delving into the complexities of grief and the search for meaning in tragedy. As they uncover layers of the stranger's life, the narrative explores themes of connection, isolation, and the impact of loss on personal identity. Through this journey, the photographer confronts their own emotions and the role of art in processing pain, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of humanity and the fragile nature of existence.

Samuel Madison always wondered what Sandrine saw in him. He's a meek, stuffy doctorate student, and she's a brilliant, beautiful bohemian with limitless talent and imagination. Yet on the surface their marriage seemed perfectly tranquil. Then one night Sandrine is found dead in their bed from a deadly overdose of pain medication and alcohol, and Samuel is accused of poisoning her. As the truth of their turbulent marriage comes to light, Samuel must face a town convinced of his guilt.

A story of guilt, murder and politics set in Africa and New York from the acknowledged master of psychological suspense. Twenty years ago, Ray Campbell was an idealistic aid worker in Africa. He fell in love there with Martine, a local farmer, who tried to make Ray see that all actions have consequences. But he couldn't, not until it was too late... When a friend from his time in Africa is found dead in a New York alley, Ray is forced to return to a past he's spent a lifetime trying to forget...

A fascinating, troubling memoir from a fine writer Mick Herron Geographical Magazine

In The Cloud of Unknowing, the narrative revolves around family dynamics and the impact of mental illness. David Sears grapples with his sister Diana's obsession over her son Jason's tragic drowning, which she believes was not accidental. As Diana's mental state deteriorates, her manic energy becomes increasingly unsettling, prompting David to fear for his family's safety. The story delves into themes of familial loyalty, the burden of expectations, and the complexities of inherited mental health issues, all set against a backdrop of deep-rooted family mythology.