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The Mandelbaum Gate divides the conflict-torn realm of Jerusalem, separating Israel from Jordan. Barbara Vaughn, a stubborn young English woman and half-Jewish Catholic convert, insists upon crossing the divide in order to rendezvous with her fiancé, in spite of the very real danger. Her quest sets off a series of bizarre situations and adventures, set against the backdrop of the Eichmann trial of 1961.

First found contentedly chatting in their London clubs and shopping at Fortnum's, the cozy bachelors are not set to stay cozy for long. Soon enough, the men are variously tormented - defrauded, stolen from, blackmailed, or pressed to attend horrid séances - and then plunged, all together, into the nastiest of lawsuits. At the center of that suit hovers pale, blank Patrick Seton, the medium.

'Properly creepy and Gothic' IAN RANKIN on the Frey & McGray mysteries... December, 1889. There have been many bad days in Edinburgh police's secret subdivision 'The Commission for the Elucidation of Unsolved Cases Presumably Related to the Odd and Ghostly'. But today is surely the worst...

Madame Katerina, Detective 'Nine Nails' McGray's most trusted clairvoyant, hosts a séance for three of Edinburgh's wealthiest families.The following morning everyone is found dead, with Madame Katerina being the only survivor. When questioned she alleges a tormented spirit killed the families for revenge. McGray, even though he believes her, must find a rational explanation that holds up in court, else Katerina will be sentenced to death.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook of A Mask of Shadows by Oscar de Muriel, read by Andy Secombe. 'A hugely entertaining Victorian mystery' New York Times 'I enjoyed this - properly creepy and Gothic' Ian Rankin 1889. The Scottish Play is coming home. But before the darling...

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of The Hunt by Oscar De Muriel, a Christmas tale from the world of Frey & McGray, read by Andy Secombe. Christmas, 1888. After a thoroughly trying time in Edinburgh, Inspector Ian Frey looks forward to a Christmas break at his...

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of A Fever of the Blood by Oscar De Muriel, read by Andy Secombe. New Year's Day, 1889. In Edinburgh's lunatic asylum, a patient escapes as a nurse lays dying. Leading the manhunt are legendary local Detective 'Nine-Nails' McGray...

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of The Strings of Murder by Oscar de Muriel, read by Andy Secombe, including musical interludes recorded by the author himself. 'A hugely entertaining Victorian mystery' New York Times 'I enjoyed this - properly creepy and Gothic'...

A wintry and ghoulish Frey & McGray poem for fans of Detective 'Nine-Nails' McGray and his erstwhile English sidekick, Inspector Ian Frey, in celebration of the pair's 5th anniversary... Features a sample of The Dance of the Serpent. Praise for the Fray & McGray Mysteries: 'A hugely entertaining...

The definitive edition of selected work from a poet whose influence continues to be widely felt today, introduced by Natasha Trethewey Engaging closely with the violence, oppression, and injustice that she witnessed in her lifetime, Muriel Rukeyser was one of the seminal poets of the...

Managing your wealth doesn't have to be complicated. In "Wealth Management Made Easy," you'll find a comprehensive guide to simplifying the often daunting world of wealth management. Learn the essential strategies to master your finances, make informed decisions, and secure a prosperous future for you and your family.

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Welcome to the world of financial success and prosperity! In "Wealth Management Made Easy: A Guide on Mastering Your Finances," you'll discover a straightforward path to simplifying wealth management and achieving the financial success you desire. Managing your wealth can often feel overwhelming and complex, but this audiobook breaks down the barriers, providing you with practical strategies and easy-to-follow guidance. Whether you're a beginner or seeking to refine your financial approach, this comprehensive guide will empower you to take control of your finances with confidence.

Monsieur Pierre Arthens är världens främste matkritiker, gastronomins Påve, de överdådiga festmåltidernas Messias. Han kommer att dö i morgon. Han vet om det men han bryr sig inte: vid dödsrikets port söker han desperat efter en smak som vibrerar i hans hjärta, en smak från barndomen eller ungdomsåren, en originell och underbar anrättning som han anar är mer värd än alla de gästabud han har upplevt i egenskap av fulländad finsmakare. Så han minns.

Edinburgh, 1888. Der begnadete Ermittler Ian Frey wird von London nach Schottland zwangsversetzt. Für den kultivierten Engländer eine wahre Strafe. Als er seinen neuen Vorgesetzten, Inspector McGray, kennenlernt, findet er all seine Vorurteile bestätigt: Ungehobelt, abergläubisch und bärbeißig, hat der Schotte seinen ganz eigenen Ehrenkodex. Doch dann bringt ein schier unlösbarer Fall die beiden grundverschiedenen Männer zusammen: Ein Violinist wird grausam in seinem Heim ermordet.

Das Hotel „Höri-Traum“ lag da wie eine schlafende Diva. Ein Jugendstiljuwel, das selbst im Mondlicht noch eine gewisse Eitelkeit versprühte. Der See glitzerte schwarz und geheimnisvoll, als hätte er beschlossen, sich mit der Nacht zu verbünden. Von fern kam das leise Plätschern der Wellen ans Ufer, dazu das Zirpen ein paar hartnäckiger Grillen. Nur das Hotel wirkte wie aus der Zeit gefallen – mit seinen ziselierten Balkonen, den hohen Fenstern und diesem beinahe zu perfekten Schweigen. Doch Stille hat die unangenehme Eigenschaft, sich gern selbst zu verraten. Manchmal genügt schon ein Schritt.

BBC Radio dramatisations of some of Muriel Spark’s best works, plus bonus episode of The Essay: All Miss Brodie’s Girls Muriel Spark was one of Scotland’s brightest and most original literary talents. In a career spanning over 60 years, she published over 20 novels, as well as essays...

Des appartements secrets du Topkapi aux ruelles tortueuses de Galata, l'Escadron Volant se heurte à un monde dans lequel la puissance se dissimule derrière le voile.

Your workday is filled with them - people who frustrate, impede, maneuver, undermine, plot, connive, and whine. This indispensable guide details specific techniques for handling all of them, with easy-to-follow scenarios for every situation. Updated and revised to reflect modern issues including technology, generation gaps, and language barriers, this guide describes 10 kinds of culprits and offers helpful strategies and phrases for diffusing workplace tensions and effectively resolving conflicts.

The elf had been murdered, that much was evident... Christmas is only days away, and Santa is facing the greatest crisis of his career. Pinkie Merryvale, head of the elves' union, has been brutally murdered, the most obvious suspect none other than Santa himself - for years he and Merryvale had clashed over the working conditions of the North Pole's workforce. The elves, worked to exhaustion, issue an ultimatum in response. If Santa can't find the killer and prove his innocence before Christmas Eve, they STRIKE, and Christmas worldwide will be ruined.