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After a bad streak of luck in Vegas, writer and thief Charlie Howard has retreated to Venice, having vowed to give up a life of crime to write mysteries full-time. But inspiration fails to strike. To make matters worse, Charlie's prized first edition of The Maltese Falcon flies out the window with a femme-fatale burglar. Blackmailed into returning to crime in order to get his book back, Charlie is catapulted into a plot that is more explosive than even he could have imagined. Chris Ewan's Good Thief's Guide Series travels to Venice in this "hilarious yet suspenseful" (Publishers Weekly starred review) caper.

A brilliant thriller from the author of the acclaimed Good Thief's Guide series asks, how can a beautiful woman simply vanish? When Rob Hale wakes up in a hospital after a motorcycle crash, his first thought is for the gorgeous blonde, Lena, who was on the back of his bike. The doctors and police, however, insist that he was alone at the scene. The shock of the accident must have made him imagine Lena, especially since his description of her resembles his late sister, Laura. Convinced that Lena is as real as he is, Rob teams up with Rebecca Lewis, a London-based PI who has a mysterious connection to Laura—and learns that even a close-knit community like the Isle of Man can hide dangerous secrets that will not stay safe forever. Chris Ewan's Safe House "is an exciting, well crafted thriller, with flashes of real humour and insight." (SJ Bolton).

A comprehensive full-color guide to professional baseball showcases the greatest players by position, top teams, iconic ballparks, memorable games, and outstanding managers throughout history.

From the author of Safe House comes a story about friendship, family, secrets, lies, and the things we do for love.

How does he get him back quickly - and alive? Set in Marseilles, Dead Line is a fast-paced thriller that pitches the reader into Daniel's world, as he tries desperately to secure the release of Jerome Moreau from a ruthless gang in order to interrogate him on the whereabouts of his fiancee, Aimee.

A brilliant thriller from C. M. Ewan, the author of The Interview. If your family was targeted in the middle of the night, what would you do to keep them safe? Perfect for fans of T. M. Logan and J P Delaney.

Charlie Howard--globe-trotting mystery writer and the most disarming burglar since Cary Grant in It Takes a Thief--is flush with the success of his Paris book reading and a few glasses of wine when he agrees to show a novice how to break into an apartment. The next day, Charlie is hired to steal a painting--from the same address. Coincidence? Perhaps, but then why does a dead body turn up in his living room? And what is he going to do when his charming literary agent, Victoria (who is trusting enough to assume he looks like his author photo), decides they should finally meet face to face? Nobody ever said a life of suspense was easy, but in Chris Ewan's The Good Thief's Guide to Paris, Charlie, the most disarmingly charming burglar since Cary Grant, soon finds things are getting way out of control.

Set in the vibrant backdrop of Las Vegas, the story follows a skilled thief as he navigates the city's glitzy allure and treacherous underbelly. With a blend of humor and clever twists, the protagonist faces unexpected challenges that test his skills and wit. This installment promises an engaging mix of capers and comedic moments, continuing to build on the series' reputation for fresh storytelling and impressive character development.

When Rob Hale wakes up in hospital after a motorcycle crash he is told that Lena, the woman he claims was travelling with him, doesn't exist. But has he really only imagined her, or is there something more sinister going on?

The story centers around Charlie Howard, a charismatic and clever master criminal whose antics provide a humorous and engaging narrative. As he navigates his life of crime, the novel combines wit and charm, showcasing his adventures and misadventures. The debut offers a fresh perspective on the criminal underworld while delivering a comedic take on the challenges and absurdities that come with it.