Bøger af Chris Bauer

Max Fend's expertise. One girl's fury. A universe on the brink.Max Fend's world orbits around the marvels of the stars above. As an integral cog in the imminent Artemis moon mission and the heartbeat of Fend Aerospace, he's accustomed to challenges that stretch beyond the Earth's atmosphere. Yet he's entirely unprepared for the force of nature that is Gus Gomez.Gus isn't just a brilliant Peruvian immigrant harboring a mysterious locket, she's a maelstrom of history, fleeing dark shadows while simultaneously careening toward a cosmic destiny. Her locket, a crucible of secrets, has the potential to upend humanity's understanding of its place in the universe.As a storm of ancient secrets and vendettas swirls, Max is thrust into the fray. But with Gus's fiery determination and enemies closing in, can Max navigate the dangers and keep the past's revelations from shattering the future?Chris Bauer's Cradle crafts a tale woven in the tapestry of borderland stories and punctuated by the promise of space in the latest adrenaline-packed installment of the Maximum Risk series.

**National Indie Excellence Award Finalist**A FEMALE BOUNTY HUNTER TRACKS A SERIAL KILLER TO A RURAL MOUNTAIN TOWNA town with its own dark secret.After serial killer Randall Burton is diagnosed with a terminal disease, he decides to jump bail and go out in a blaze of glory.One woman stands in his way.Her name is Counsel Fungo, and she's an exceptionally talented bounty hunter, if a little eccentric. Officially, her two canine companions are therapy dogs. But she considers them partners. Counsel will do anything to stop criminals from preying on the vulnerable, and she's intent on stopping Randall Burton.Randall's trail leads to sleepy Rancor, Pennsylvania. Named one of the "Safest Towns in America," it's a quiet town tucked away in the Poconos. Its citizens are mostly widowers, bowlers, and bingo players.But there's a reason no one in Rancor has reported a major crime in the past 50 years.And neither Counsel nor the killer are quite ready for what this town has in store...Chris Bauer pens a gripping thriller filled with dark humor and clever twists. Recommended for fans of Stephen King and Elmore Leonard.___________________________What readers are saying about Chris Bauer and BINGE KILLER: "Brace yourself: the plot cold cocks the reader...with brass knuckles." "...bounty hunter Counsel Fungo is one of the best characters I've read lately." "I have read a lot of great exciting books in my day but I have to say this book is one of the best." "... a darkly cunning crime story with a compelling mix of characters and plot twists, packaged artfully in a surprise ending." "...memorable characters, witty and telling dialogue, and enough humor on the dark side to make the reader crack a smile even when all hell seems to be breaking loose."

Prayers sometimes land on the Devil's ears."Scars on the Face of God is a brilliant novel. Congratulations on hitting one out of the park." -Jonathan Maberry, NYT bestselling author and winner of multiple Bram Stoker AwardsThe year is 1964. A construction project in the town of Three Bridges, Pennsylvania unearths an ancient sewer. Inside is a mystery dating to the 19th century: the hidden skeletons of countless infants.As the secrets of Three Bridges begin to surface, an ancient codex is discovered in the attic of a local orphanage. A bible containing writings in Lucifer's own hand.The parish priest and a church handyman set out to discover the truth. But a series of strange visions and horrifying tragedies begin, and the darkest secret of all becomes clear: The town of Three Bridges is marked, and the Devil is coming out to play.For fans of Stephen King and Stranger Things.______________________________Praise for Chris Bauer and SCARS ON THE FACE OF GOD: "...Bauer writes with passion and intensity, tackling the mysteries of faith and fear. Hotter than the flames of hell." - Scott Nicholson, author of Scattered Ashes, They Hunger, The Red Church, The Harvest."These characters... are exquisitely drawn, fully-fleshed beings that leap from the page to engage you in the plot... The writing is pitch-perfect, from the language used to the intricate weaving of plot threads. This is a talented writer, a name I will expect to find on New York Times best-seller lists." -Kelly Jenkins, SF Crowsnest Review_______________________________What readers are saying: "...at once beautiful and terrifying." "Absolutely great book, well on par with anything Stephen King has written." "...one of the best horror novels I have read in a long time. It is truly frightening." "This is an excellent book. Well written, with a taut plot and well-defined likable characters." "Engaging theme, brilliant story, wonderfully written and a pleasure to get lost in. What an amazing tale!" "The unexpected and delightful treats are the numerous "AHA!" moments that make you think about who you are, what you are, and why you are."

PHILO TROUT: Retired Navy SEAL.Former bare-knuckles boxing champ.Current crime scene cleaner."Couldn't pry me away...Bauer writes with authenticity...A knockout original story, with a host of equally original characters. Certainly not your typical crime fiction, and that's a good thing." -David Swinson, author of Trigger._________________________________Philo Trout opted for a geographical fix for his checkered, violent career. His new life in Philadelphia as a crime scene cleaner is quiet-until he discovers some of his "clients" are coming up short on their organ count.While he tries to outrun his past, one of his coworkers can't remember his own: Patrick, found brutally beaten, is now an amnesiac. When the connection between Patrick's history and the missing human organs emerges, Philo is determined to solve the puzzle.The trail leads Philo into a dark conspiracy. A brutal organization will stop at nothing to protect their secret. Philo's past as a fighter might be his only route to the truth.If he can survive that long.__________________________________HIDING AMONG THE DEAD is a dark and action-packed thriller by Chris Bauer. If you enjoy Elmore Leonard and Breaking Bad, then you'll love this edgy, heart-stoppingly suspenseful book.__________________________________What readers are saying about Chris Bauer and HIDING AMONG THE DEAD: "This is a novel of remarkable characters" "Hiding Among the Dead is not your usual thriller. And that's a good thing." "Come for the thrills, stay for the compelling characters, gritty North Philly setting, and great dialog. " "The deft combination of quirky characters and dark humor with serious topics...makes the story and characters linger in the mind long after the last sentence." "This is tough, crisp, noir-ish writing that will take you to the underbelly of life and other places you haven't been before. It's a crazy romp that will satisfy and then do it again. Promise."Buy HIDING AMONG THE DEAD to start the explosive thriller today!

A high-stakes battle erupts over a game-changing cobalt deposit in small-town America."A cinematic globe-trotting roller coaster of a tale..." --Raymond Benson, New York Times bestselling authorWhen billionaire Max Fend and his hacker girlfriend Renee LeFrancois are enlisted by the FBI and CIA to search for a cobalt deposit in rural Pennsylvania, they're plunged into a race against time and international forces. Cobalt, the precious metal powering lithium-ion batteries, has the tech world scrambling for control, and the discovery of a new source ignites a frenzy. But as domestic and international stakeholders mobilize, the local community finds itself caught in the crossfire.As adversaries close in, a deadly contract killer, a former Philly cop, a single mom reclaiming her identity, and a band of vigilante townspeople join the fight. With secrets unraveling and danger mounting, Max and Renee must risk it all to protect a community and their nation from unbridled greed.In Cobalt, the quest for power and control collides with the will to protect, resulting in a thrilling, explosive showdown._________________Praise for Chris Bauer and Cobalt 2024 Winning Author of Thrillerfest Best First Sentence Award"With COBALT, Chris Bauer delivers a masterclass in thriller writing, weaving a complex tapestry of intrigue and action that's both sharp and compelling." --Andrew Watts, USA TODAY bestselling author"I was hooked from the first page. Take a look inside the world of Max Fend and how the need for precious resources sets up for a gripping thriller." --Mel Taylor, Emmy Award-winning reporter"Chris Bauer is in full Tom Clancy mode. Bauer has become a master of the classic international thriller." --Don Swaim, former host of CBS Radio's Book Beat_________________What readers are saying: ★★★★★ "A MUST READ!!!"★★★★★ "...high intrigue level."★★★★★ "...gripping and timely..."★★★★★ "...Masterfully woven together."★★★★★ "...a story laced with hard facts and wild fiction."

HUMOROUS AND SATIRICAL SUSPENSE AND MYSTERY STORIES"Think Peter Sellers as Inspector Clouseau with Don Knotts and Tim Conway from the Apple Dumpling Gang mixing with John Travolta as Vincent Vega along with a gang of murderous otters and that's just a portion of what you'll find." asinine [as-i-nine] adjective1: extremely or utterly foolish or silly2: of, relating to, or resembling an ass Synonyms: absurd, balmy, brainless, bubbleheaded, cockeyed, crackpot, crazy, cuckoo, daffy, daft, dippy, dotty, fatuous, feather-headed, fool, foolish, half-baked, half-witted, harebrained, inept, insane, jerky, kooky, loony, lunatic, lunkheaded, mad, nonsensical, nutty, preposterous, sappy, screwball, senseless, silly, simpleminded, stupid, tomfool, unwise, wacky, weak-minded, witlessCRIME FICTION WITH A DIFFERENCEEach of the 24 stories in the Asinine Assassins anthology involves a character (e.g., assassin, contract killer, hitman) with the above synonyms in mind. Asinine Assassins is an anthology of stories about inept, brainless, ridiculous hired guns, assassins, and murderers. Be ready for plenty of humor, action, suspense, and mystery. Black humor. Bizarre incidents, Surreal situations. Some stories are gritty, some grisly, but all are entertaining. The first two books in the 'Assassins' anthology series, Uncommon Assassins and Insidious Assassins were well-received and reviewed. Most readers enjoyed the diversity of genres and styles in these books, and Asinine Assassins continued that diversity with the new anthology. This time, however, the stories focused on incompetent and lunatic characters-with a dash of dark humor flavoring the suspense. This is NOT your typical crime fiction. If you love a wonderful blend of mystery, suspense, noir, humor, and general weirdness, expect to be surprised and entertained!THE STORIESRip Ho, Jaspers -- Ricky SpragueDumbass -- F.J. TalleyThere's One for You, Nineteen for Me -- Carson BuckinghamUpchuck Chuck -- Bruce HarrisDirty Pool -- Chris BauerMr. Benedict's Wild Ride -- Robin Hill-Page GlandenPayback: With Interest -- Matt HiltonShooting Fish -- James DorrJug Handles -- Albert TucherShort-Order Crook -- J. Gregory SmithBlood in the Urine -- Martin ZeiglerJust Call Wally -- Wil A. EmersonAiding and Abetting -- Adrian LudensLizards and Other Varmints -- Shari HeldKiller Fashion -- Maddi DavidsonAngling -- Ben GamblinSmall Claws, Small Guns -- Jezzy WolfeThe Butcher -- Robert PetyoThe Adventure of the Asinine Assassin -- Rick HudsonThe Last Hit -- Eldon LitchfieldKillings 4 Sale -- Blair KeetchThe Third Date Rule -- Jeff MarkowitzOne Good Thing -- Kevin P. ThorntonDeerman -- Weldon Burge

A thrilling journey around the world...an illustrated classic tale for a new generation of readers.