Set against the backdrop of Cold War tensions, the narrative follows Premier Nikita Khrushchev's visit to the US as he seeks to ease hostilities. His agenda includes a whimsical trip to Disneyland and a meeting with the iconic Marilyn Monroe, highlighting the cultural exchanges that occur even amidst political strife. The story explores the contrasts between the two superpowers and the unexpected connections that can arise in a divided world.
True Crime detective Nathan Heller returns in a brand new case that connects a millionaire's kidnapped child to Robert F. Kennedy's campaign to bring down union boss Jimmy Hoffa.
A classic Mike Hammer story from the New York Times bestselling authors Max Allan Collins and the master of noir Mickey Spillane, featuring a brand-new, never before seen, alternative ending. Recuperating in Florida after the mob shoot-out that nearly claimed his life, Mike Hammer learns that an old mentor on the New York police force has committed suicide. Hammer returns for the funeral—and because he knows that Inspector Doolan would never have killed himself. When a woman is murdered practically on the funeral’s doorstep, Hammer is drawn into the hunt for a cache of Nazi diamonds and for the mysterious woman who had been close to Doolan in his final days. Everything leads to a Mafia social club where Hammer and his .45 come calling, initiating the wildest showdown since Spillane’s classic One Lonely Night.
The story follows a young woman whose horrific nightmares reveal the gruesome acts of a serial killer. As she grapples with the chilling connection between her dreams and the real-life murders, she embarks on a harrowing journey to uncover the truth. The narrative delves into themes of fear, trauma, and the psychological impact of violence, as her quest for answers puts her own life in jeopardy. Tension escalates as she races against time to stop the killer before she becomes the next victim.
THE LOST FIRST MIKE HAMMER THRILLER! The lost book that begins the iconic Mike Hammer series by Mickey Spillane, finally completed by Max Allan Collins, author of Road to Perdition. "When someone frames me for rape and murder, I take it personal..." Mike Hammer steals a ride on a train upstate to Killington. But he arrives to a nasty surprise; he is accused by police of raping and murdering a young woman near the freight yards. Roughed up by the cops and facing a murder charge, Hammer's fate looks bleak until a beautiful blonde, Melba Charles--daughter of Senator Charles--gives him an unexpected alibi. But there is a price for clearing his name: he is to marry her. Why would Melba jump in to save a man she has never met before? And, more to the point, where is the real murderer?
"It's June 9 1944, three days after D-Day. On the orders of the government, Captain John Miller and his men go to look for Private James Ryan. They must bring him home. But how many will survive the mission?" - back cover.
Featuring nine captivating short stories, this collection showcases the creative talents of the husband-and-wife team, Max Allan Collins and Barbara Collins. Each tale delves into the realms of crime and mystery, offering readers a blend of suspense and intrigue. With their unique perspectives and storytelling styles, the authors craft engaging narratives that keep readers guessing until the very end. This anthology is a must-read for fans of the genre looking for fresh and compelling tales.
Nolan must rob every store in a mall in one night - or his girlfriend dies. Two Nolan novels from Grandmaster Max Allan Collins, collected in one volume for the first time.
The story follows Joyce Lackey, a quintessential baby-boomer who seemingly has it all—an impressive career, a stylish condo, and a luxury car. However, beneath her successful exterior lies a deep yearning for the one thing she feels has slipped away: her youth. As Joyce grapples with this loss, the narrative explores themes of aging, identity, and the pursuit of fulfillment in a world that often values youth above all.
Legendary crime writer Mickey Spillane's celebrated tin-star hero Caleb York returns in the explosive Western saga by New York Times bestselling author Max Allan Collins. This time, the feared New Mexico gunhand unloads his .44 in a brewing storm brutal enough to freeze the blood. A killer blizzard sweeping across the Southwest threatens the livelihoods of everyone in the town of Trinidad. But it's two gunshots that fell Sheriff Caleb York's unlucky deputy. As sure as the blood pooling in the snow, York knows it was a case of mistaken identity. The bullets were meant for him. It's the first nasty step in a plan rustled up by former Quantrill's Raider Luke "Burn 'Em" Burnham--eliminate the law, corral a team to rob a bank in booming Las Vegas, New Mexico, then lay low. With a treacherous local merchant for cover, and York out of the picture, all they'll have to do is wait for the calm. Then they get wind of one little hitch: not only is York still alive, but he's gunning for justice--and revenge. As the winter weather bears down, the stir-crazy outlaws aim to finish what they started--take down York and disappear into the blinding storm. As a chilling cat-and-mouse begins, York isn't about to let Burnham and his damnable gang get away. It'd be a cold day in hell if he did.