David Osborn est un auteur accompli avec un corpus d'œuvres significatif, comprenant de nombreux romans et des scénarios salués par la critique, dont l'un a été nominé aux Oscars. Son écriture plonge dans des récits pleins de suspense, explorant les complexités de la psychologie humaine et les aspects les plus sombres du caractère. Osborn crée magistralement des histoires captivantes qui traitent souvent d'ambiguïtés morales et de situations intenses. Les lecteurs peuvent s'attendre à des intrigues passionnantes et à un examen approfondi de la nature humaine dans ses contributions littéraires.
Kelsie Gordon balances her roles as a fierce undercover agent for the Treasury Department and a caring, anxious mother to her younger brother. This duality creates tension as she navigates the dangers of her covert missions while striving to protect her family, highlighting themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the complexities of motherhood amidst a life of secrecy.
The story unfolds as artist Andretta Salinger discovers that her new home conceals a dark secret: the remains of a murder victim buried in the cellar. As she becomes involved in a local police investigation into a homicide from 1868, she navigates the scandalous history surrounding the powerful railroad barons of the era. This journey intertwines her present with the past, as she seeks to uncover the identity of the murderer and unravel the mysteries of her new town.
The story revolves around an unlikely partnership between a seasoned detective and a rookie in the CID division, who are assigned to investigate a cold case involving a valuable painting and a recent homicide of a city councilman. While the rookie seeks to uncover the painting's journey to fame, the veteran dismisses her efforts in favor of the more pressing murder case. As their investigations unfold, the two cases intertwine, compelling the detectives to collaborate and ultimately pursue justice together.
A young police officer challenges the official ruling of a retired couple's deaths as a shared suicide, believing they were murdered. Her investigation, defying orders, uncovers a cover-up linked to a significant scandal at the state capitol. As she digs deeper, her pursuit escalates into a dangerous confrontation with the killers, culminating in a tense shoot-out. This gripping narrative blends elements of mystery and suspense, highlighting the officer's determination to seek justice despite overwhelming obstacles.
In this whimsical adventure, Jessica embarks on a quest to rescue Prince Ethan from the clutches of the malevolent sorceress Lady Citronella. Joined by her friends Greta, a fairy princess with a penchant for disguise, and Sir Percival, a monocled gentleman with a flair for hunting, the trio navigates Fairyland's challenges. They are aided by Greta's spirited broom, Sweepy, who humorously believes he’s the legendary Wabash Cannonball train, adding a unique twist to their journey.
Set in a magical forest, a young girl named Ophelia enjoys a life filled with adventure alongside her animal friends, including Sammy Skunk and Rory Raccoon. Living with her widowed father, a woodcutter, in a charming cottage, she is blessed by fairies and finds joy in her unique friendships. With no school or other children around, Ophelia and her woodland companions work together to maintain the harmony and safety of their enchanting home.
Ein Autounfall zerstört das bis dahin glückliche Leben von John und Susan. Der begnadete Hirnforscher John, der als Nobelpreiskandidat gehandelt wurde, erliegt im Krankenhaus seinen schweren Verletzungen. Für Susan ist nichts mehr so, wie es einmal war. Ein neuer Job in einem Forschungslabor kommt ihr gerade recht. Sie stürzt sich in die Arbeit. Doch irgendetwas ist faul am Institut. Hinter verschlossenen Türen finden geheime Forschungen statt. Als Susan eines Tages eine grauenhafte Entdeckung macht, bringt sie sich in höchste Gefahr. Ein mörderischer Wettlauf gegen die Zeit beginnt … David Osborn versteht es meisterlich, brisante Themen aufzugreifen. Schon sein Erfolgs-Thriller 'Jagdzeit' polarisierte die Leserschaft.
Die Stunde der Oldtimer - bk1450; Paul Zsolnay Verlag; David Osborn; Paperback; 1990
