Stranded The Thriller Collection Book 1

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In the spirit of John Carpenter's The Thing and Jacob's Ladder comes Stranded -- a terrifying, icebound thriller where nothing is quite what it seems by Bracken MacLeod. Badly battered by an apocalyptic storm, the crew of the Arctic Promise find themselves in increasingly dire circumstances as they sail blindly into unfamiliar waters and an ominously thickening fog. Without functioning navigation or communication equipment, they are lost and completely alone. One by one, the men fall prey to a mysterious illness. Deckhand Noah Cabot is the only person unaffected by the strange force plaguing the ship and her crew, which does little to ease their growing distrust of him. Dismissing Noah's warnings of worsening conditions, the captain of the ship presses on until the sea freezes into ice and they can go no farther. When the men are ordered overboard in an attempt to break the ship free by hand, the fog clears, revealing a faint shape in the distance that may or may not be their destination. Noah leads the last of the able-bodied crew on a journey across the ice and into an uncertain future where they must fight for their lives against the elements, the ghosts of the past and, ultimately, themselves. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

No cell phone signal, a dead car battery, and a failed GPS system have left Cate Cooper stranded in the middle of nowhere. Forced to make her way through a maze of cornfields, she happens upon a rundown cabin by the river.At first glance, the occupant of the cabin appears to be the stuff that female dreams are made of ... until disturbing revelations come to light.Cate soon discovers that for the past century each generation of Seltzer twins has given birth to a set of male twins. One good, one evil. One fertile, one sterile. With the exception of Kane's great great uncle, the twins have a habit of dying young, and never from natural causes. With these long-held family secrets, and the threat of something sinister lurking at every turn, can Cate free herself from the tentacles of the past and save her unborn child, or has she unwittingly fallen prey to a curse that can never be broken?

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Kendall Monroe is handcuffed to a car in the desert. Is this life imitating art or art imitating life? The only thing he’s sure of is that the situation he finds himself in is a copy of a scene he filmed earlier, only this time, there is no director yelling “cut” and no crew to rescue him. Terrified for his life, Kendall takes comfort remembering happier times with his longtime lover, Johnny. He hasn’t seen Johnny in weeks since Johnny stayed behind to finish his latest best-selling novel. As he attempts to survive scorching-hot days and freezing nights, Kendall tries to figure out who did this to him. Could it be Johnny, or the research assistant he suspects Johnny is having an affair with? Both options fill him with bitterness. Or is it a more likely suspect? Kendall has a stalker who sends him flowers and always seems to know where he is. But what does this stranger have to gain by leaving Kendall stranded in the middle of nowhere?

“Sam uses everything from seduction to Glocks to survive as this book sizzles in your hands. Get ready for a wild ride.” ~ Jeffrey Hammerhead Philips, Author --Present Day-- When Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran threaten America and the UK in a deadly race to secure advanced scientific data deep below the ocean's surface, airline pilot Samantha Starr lands in the center of the crisis. Captain Starr's unique knowledge of Atlantean weapons and systems is crucial if the crew on the USS Leviathan is to succeed against overwhelming odds. The international crisis heats to a boil when Sam’s charter flight goes missing over a remote part of the South American jungle. When a Special Forces team that includes Sam’s Scottish boyfriend and her SEAL brother is sent to find her, the team discovers an underground city with a terrifying secret. Now, as the US goes to DEFCON 1 and WW 3 looms, Sam must free herself from an evil adversary in time to avert a global catastrophe. Publisher's Note: As a retired airline pilot with U.S. Airways, S.L. Menear brings unparalleled realism and authenticity to this action-packed thriller with fantasy elements. Written without vulgarity and explicit sexual content, this thrill-a-minute adventure can be enjoyed by readers of all ages and persuasions. This book, along with others in this series, is also available in Paperback as well as a Large Print paperback. “Menear’s expertise shines in Stranded – the details of flying and aircraft, historic or otherwise, makes this impressive adventure immersive. Samantha Starr is a worthy heroine for all to get hooked on.” ~Michael L. Joy, Sleuth Fest Co-Chair and Professor of English at Florida Southwestern State College “Stranded will have you struggling to catch your breath." ~ Dallas Gorham, Author of the Carlos McCrary Private Investigator Mystery Thriller Series The Samantha Starr Thriller Series Flight to Redemption Flight to Destiny Triple Threat Stranded Vanished

International bestseller Alex Kava returns with a gripping, action-packed thriller featuring FBI special agent Maggie O'Dell. In 'Stranded', the inimitable Maggie faces the toughest case of her career so far, where appearances turn out to be deceptive and nothing is as it first seems.

If no one knows you're missing, how can you be found? An unmissable novel from the queen of psychological, suspenseful women's fiction. Bruised from the breakdown of her marriage, Esther Lomax needs to get away, and Malaysia's unspoilt shores seem the perfect place. But a day's boat trip takes a desperate turn when Esther and six other holidaymakers are taken to a desert island and their guide does not return. The group have no way of getting back to the mainland and know nothing about each other. As the days pass, tensions erupt, secrets emerge and time increasingly runs out, Esther must ask herself the ultimate question: will she leave the island alive?

Jay Liyfer wakes up on an island, but that is all he knows. He sets out to figure out how he got there, but soon finds himself in the middle of a killer's deadly game. Is he alone on the island with a killer? Will he ever learn how he ended up on the island? Will he survive the killer's game? Only time will tell...

"Stranded" is a gripping survival thriller that immerses readers into a world of uncertainty, where the fragility of human existence is tested against the backdrop of a catastrophic event. When a diverse group of individuals finds themselves stranded in a remote location after a devastating calamity, they are forced to confront not only the external threats that surround them but also the internal tensions that arise as secrets are revealed and trust is tested. As they struggle for survival in the unforgiving wilderness, the group must navigate through a series of challenges that push them to their limits. But amidst the chaos and despair, they discover a glimmer of hope-a shared sense of purpose that binds them together and propels them forward. Through a masterful blend of suspenseful storytelling and rich character development. "Stranded" explores themes of resilience, betrayal, and the unbreakable bonds that form in the face of adversity. As the protagonists confront their inner demons and confront the harsh realities of their situation, they are forced to confront the echoes of their past and the choices that have led them to this pivotal moment. With each turn of the page, readers will be drawn deeper into the heart-pounding narrative, rooting for the characters as they navigate the treacherous terrain of the wilderness and the complexities of human nature. "Stranded" is a riveting tale of survival and redemption that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.