Otto Penzler Livres

16 nouvelles inédites par les maîtres du suspense américain.

"Under the auspices of New York City's legendary mystery fiction specialty bookstore, The Mysterious Bookshop, and aided by Edgar Award-winning anthologist Otto Penzler, international bestseller Lee Child has selected the twenty most suspenseful, most confounding, and most mysterious short stories from the past year, collected now in one entertaining volume. Includes stories by: Alison Gaylin, David Morrell, James Lee Burke, Joyce Carol Oates, Martin Edwards, Sara Paretsky, Stephen King, Sue Grafton (with a new, posthumously-published work!) And many more!"--

Annual collection of cutting edge crime writing from established names and total newcomers. Each year a different best-selling crime author is invited to write an introduction and be guest editor. Otto Penzler is the series editor.

Harlan Coben introduces a selection of the greatest of the great from the golden age of pulp fiction. Here are 14 classic tales of virtue versus villainy that will keep you riveted to your seat. Legendary writers you've already heard of like Dashiell Hammet, Earle Stanley Gardner, Cornell Woolrich and Raymond Chandler are here. Legendary writers that you should have heard of like Frederick Nebel, Paul Cain, Carroll John Daly, George Harmon Coxe, Charles Booth, Leslie White, William Rollins, Norbert Davis, Horace McCoy and Thomas Walsh are also where they should be - with the greats. Tailor-made for both pulp novices and hard-boiled fans with a soft spot for the masters, this collection shows that some writing has an edge that time just can't dull.

International in scope, this series of non-fiction trade paperbacks offers books that explore the lives, customs and thoughts of peoples and cultures around the world.

An unstoppable anthology of crime stories culled from Black Mask magazine the legendary publication that turned a pulp phenomenon into literary mainstream. Black Mask was the apotheosis of noir. It was the magazine where the first hardboiled detective story, which was written by Carroll John Daly appeared. It was the slum in which such American literary titans like Dashiell Hammett and Raymond Chandler got their start, and it was the home of stories with titles like “Murder Is Bad Luck,” “Ten Carets of Lead,” and “Drop Dead Twice.” Collected here is best of the best, the hardest of the hardboiled, and the darkest of the dark of America’s finest crime fiction. This masterpiece collection represents a high watermark of America’s underbelly. Crime writing gets no better than this. Featuring • Deadly Diamonds • Dancing Rats • A Prize Fighter Fighting for His Life • A Parrot that Wouldn’t Talk Including • Dashiell Hammett’s The Maltese Falcon as it was originally published • Lester Dent's Luck in print for the first time

Prepare to meet the most seductively female and shockingly fatal femme fatales, brought to you by seventeen of today’s finest authors of mystery and suspense fiction. Award-winning editor Otto Penzler presents a collection of short, sizzling masterpieces filled with thrilling tales that showcase how sexy and fierce the 'gentler sex' can be. In 'Third Party', a party girl takes you on a wild ride through the Paris night, while Nelson DeMille's 'Rendezvous' plunges you into a Vietnam jungle where the deadliest scourge is a woman. Elmore Leonard introduces a Depression-era teenage gun moll in 'Louly and Pretty Boy', who loves Pretty Boy Floyd more than robbing filling stations. Lorenzo Carcaterra's 'A Thousand Miles from Nowhere' features a smart blonde seeking slow-simmered vengeance, and Michael Connelly's 'Cielo Azul' reveals how a nameless woman found dead in Los Angeles can be the most lethal prey. Other riveting tales include a scorned lover claiming an old fling's heart, a mysterious woman offering a tempting suicide pact, and a she-demon rising from the grave. These and many other bad girls cast their criminal spells through the powerful voices of Joyce Carol Oates, John Connolly, Thomas H. Cook, Jeffrey Deaver, and more, in stories as irresistible as the anti-heroines that blaze through their pages.

"The best crime stories from the pulps during their golden age -- the '20s, '30s, & '40s." -- From cover

When Amanda Garth was born, a mix-up caused the hospital to briefly hand her over to the prestigious Garrison family instead of to her birth parents. The error was quickly fixed, Amanda was never told, and the secret was forgotten for twenty-three years until her aunt thoughtlessly revealed it in casual conversation. But what if the initial switch never actually occurred, and what if the real accident was Amanda's being "returned" to the wrong parents? Determined to discover her true identity, Amanda calls on her almost-family, only to discover that a deadly secret lurks

In these classic mystery tales, literature is a matter of life or death

In THE BEST AMERICAN MYSTERY STORIES OF THE CENTURY, best-selling author Tony Hillerman and mystery expert Otto Penzler present an unparalleled treasury of American suspense fiction that every fan will cherish. Offering the finest examples from all reaches of the genre, this collection charts the mystery's eminent history from the turn-of-the-century puzzles of Futrelle, to the seminal pulp fiction of Hammett and Chandler, to the mystery story's rise to legitimacy in the popular mind, a trend that has benefited masterly writers like Westlake, Hunter, and Grafton. Nowhere else can readers find a more thorough, more engaging, more essential distillation of American crime fiction.Penzler, the Best American Mystery Stories series editor, and Hillerman winnowed this select group out of a thousand stories, drawing on sources as diverse as Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine and Esquire, Collier's and The New Yorker. Giants of the genre abound -- Raymond Chandler, Stephen King, Dashiell Hammett, Lawrence Block, Ellery Queen, Sara Paretsky, and others -- but the editors also unearthed gems by luminaries rarely found in suspense anthologies: William Faulkner, John Steinbeck, Damon Runyon, Harlan Ellison, James Thurber, and Joyce Carol Oates. Mystery buffs and newcomers alike will delight in the thrilling stories and top-notch writing of a hundred years' worth of the finest suspense, crime, and mystery writing.

Moriarity - Sherlock Holmes' Nemesis Lives Again

A special edition of the 100 best Yuletide whodunnits.

"Collects eighty-three stories ... published over a span of a hundred years. Featuring ... cases from [the master himself, Arthur Conan Doyle], Leslie S. Klinger, Laurie R. King, Lyndsay Faye, and Daniel Stashower; pastiches from ... classic (P.G. Wodehouse, Dorothy B. Hughes, Kingsley Amis), and current (Anne Perry, Stephen King, [Neil Gaiman], Colin Dexter); parodies from Doyle's contemporaries (A.A. Milne, James M. Barrie, O. Henry); genre-bending cases by science-fiction greats Poul Anderson and Michael Moorcock"-- Back cover

A state of the Art collection: the world's bestselling crime writer complies his pick of the year's best crime writing. This year's guest editor is Lee Child, the creator of Jack Reacher and a simultaneous bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic.

Edgar Award-winning editor Otto Penzler is back with a new anthology that has gathered the intel on the world's greatest secret agents, declassified in these pages for the first time. Statesecrets. Double agents. Leaks. Otto Penzler brings you all this and more with his latest title in the Big Book series. No need to wait for the government to release redacted information, Otto is ready to declassify confidential matters. Great stories from Lee Child and Charles McCarry are pulled from the shadows and into the light. So pull your fedora down, adjust your fake moustache, and get ready to settle in with some of the greats.

Mystery fiction includes a wide array of sub-genres, yet many casual fans often view the detective story as the sole representation of the genre. A mystery is defined as any prose fiction where a crime or the threat of crime is central to the plot. The detective story may occupy a specific range, while crime stories featuring criminals expand this range further. Novels of suspense, which involve jeopardy, psychological unease, and irrational behavior, extend even further, and espionage narratives cross the ultimate goal-line. Various sub-sub genres exist, like historical mysteries and police procedurals, which often overlap, creating suspense and blurring lines between detectives and criminals. Traditionally, anthologies have focused on detectives, but this collection shifts the focus to criminals, categorizing them into rogues and villains. Roguery is characterized by humor and non-violent mischief, while villainy embodies malice and extreme wrongdoing, typically murder. Although the distinction between the two can be clear, it often depends on perspective. Rogues engage in theft and deception without causing serious harm, using cleverness to achieve their goals. In contrast, villains commit murder, often without justification. This exploration reveals the complexity of moral judgment in crime, where motivations and societal views can shape perceptions of right and wrong.

Edgar Award-winning editor Otto Penzler returns with a new anthology assembling Victorian society's lords and ladies and most miserable miscreants in these exhilarating mysteries. A VINTAGE CRIME/BLACK LIZARD ORIGINAL. Behind the velvet curtains of horsedrawn carriages and amid the soft glow of the gaslights are the detectives and bobbies sniffing out the safecrackers and petty purloiners who plague everything from the soot-covered side streets of London to the opulent manors of the countryside. With his latest title in the Big Book series, Otto Penzler is cracking cases and serving up the most thrilling, suspenseful Victorian mysteries.This collection brings together incredible stories from Arthur Conan Doyle, Thomas Hardy, Oscar Wilde, Charles Dickens, Wilkie Collins, and Guy de Maupassant among other legendary writers of the grand era of the British Empire. So brush off your dinner jackets and straighten out your ball gowns for these exciting, glitzy mysteries.

Perry Mason seeks the link between a poisoned kitten, a murdered man, and a mysterious voice from the past Helen Kendal's woes begin when she receives a phone call from her vanished uncle Franklin, long presumed dead, who urges her to make contact with criminal defense attorney Perry Mason; soon after, she finds herself the main suspect in the murder of an unfamiliar man. Her kitten has just survived a poisoning attempt, as has her aunt Matilda, the woman who always maintained that Franklin was alive in spite of his disappearance.Lucky that Helen took her uncle's advice and contacted Perry Mason—he immediately takes her as a client. But while it’s clear that all the occurrences are connected, and that their connection will prove her innocence, the links in the case are too obscure to be recognized even by the attorney’s brilliantly deductive mind. Risking disbarment for his unorthodox methods, he endeavors to outwit the police and solve the puzzle himself, enlisting the help of his secretary Della Street, his private eye Paul Drake, and the unlikely but invaluable aid of a careless but very clever kitten in the process.Reprinted for the first time in over twenty years, The Case of the Careless Kitten is one of the most highly praised cases in the iconic Perry Mason series, which need not be read in any particular order.

Featuring a captivating array of vampire tales, this volume brings together contributions from renowned authors such as Clive Barker, Anne Rice, and Arthur Conan Doyle. Each story delves into the dark and sinister aspects of vampiric lore, enriching the legendary Vampire Archives with unique perspectives and chilling narratives. The collection promises to enthrall fans of gothic fiction and horror, showcasing the genre's enduring fascination with immortality and the macabre.

If you open your dictionary, you will discover that there is no such word as “bibliomystery.” However, most mystery readers know that the word refers to a mystery story that involves the world of books: a bookshop, a rare volume, a library, a collector, or a bookseller. The stories in this unique collection were commissioned by the Mysterious Bookshop. They were written by some of the mystery genre’s most distinguished authors. Tough guys like Ken Bruen, Reed Farrel Coleman, Loren D. Estleman, and Mickey Spillane and Max Allan Collins. Bestsellers like Nelson DeMille, Anne Perry, and Jeffery Deaver. Edgar winners such as C. J. Box, Thomas H. Cook, and Laura Lippman. Here you will discover Sigmund Freud dealing with an unwelcome visitor; Columbo confronting a murderous bookseller; a Mexican cartel kingpin with a fatal weakness for rare books; and deadly secrets deep in the London Library; plus books with hidden messages, beguiling booksellers, crafty collectors, and a magical library that is guaranteed to enchant you. The stories have been published in seven languages—one has sold more than 250,000 copies as an e-book (“The Book Case” by Nelson DeMille)—and another won the Edgar Allan Poe Award as the Best Short Story of the Year (“The Caxton Lending Library and Book Depository” by John Connolly).   Who knew literature could be so lethal!

Presents a collection of mystery stories selected from magazines in the United States and Canada

Diving into the extremes of human behavior, this collection showcases characters facing desperate choices, from a bank-robbing couple to a lovesick heiress. Each story brims with sharp tension, drama, and visceral emotion, reminiscent of Oscar-worthy films. Guest editor James Patterson emphasizes the compelling narratives that highlight the darker facets of life, making these imaginative tales not only engaging reads but also worthy of big-screen adaptation.

A detective steeped in the art of magic solves the mystifying murder of two occultists. Now retired from the tour circuit on which he made his name, master magician The Great Merlini spends his days running a magic shop in New York’s Times Square and his nights moonlighting as a consultant for the NYPD. The cops call him when faced with crimes so impossible that they can only be comprehended by a magician’s mind. In the most recent case, two occultists are discovered dead in locked rooms, one spread out on a pentagram, both appearing to have been murdered under similar circumstances. The list of suspects includes an escape artist, a professional medium, and a ventriloquist, so it’s clear that the crimes took place in a realm that Merlini knows well. But in the end it will take his logical skills, and not his magical ones, to apprehend the killer. Reprinted for the first time in over twenty years, Death from a Top Hat is an ingeniously-plotted puzzle set in the world of New York stage magic, which was at its pinnacle in the early twentieth century. In 1981, the novel was selected as one of the top ten locked room mysteries of all time by a panel of mystery-world luminaries that included Julian Symons, Edward D. Hoch, Ellery Queen’s co-creator Frederic Dannay, and Otto Penzler.

In this classic whodunnit, crime-solving teacher Hildegarde Withers discovers a dead body while on a trip to the New York Aquarium with her third-grade class. For the third graders at Jefferson School, a field trip is always a treat. But one day at the New York Aquarium, they get much more excitement than they bargained for. A pickpocket sprints past, stolen purse in hand, and is making his way to the exit when their teacher, the prim Hildegarde Withers, knocks him down with her umbrella. By the time the police and the security guards finish arguing about what to do with Chicago Lew, he has escaped, and Miss Withers has found something far more interesting: a murdered stockbroker floating in the penguin tank. With the help of Detective Oscar Piper, this no-nonsense spinster embarks on her first of many adventures. The mystery is baffling, the killer dangerous, but for a woman who can control a gaggle of noisy third graders, murder isn’t frightening at all. The Penguin Pool Murder is part of the Hildegarde Withers Mysteries series, which also includes Murder on the Blackboard and Murder on Wheels.

The collection showcases a selection of the best crime stories from the past year, curated by best-selling novelist Jeffery Deaver. With "gritty tales told with panache," it offers a compelling exploration of the genre, making it essential for fans of crime fiction.

This anthology features a curated selection of the finest American writing, showcasing a diverse range of voices and styles. Each volume highlights notable essays, short stories, and other literary works, reflecting contemporary themes and issues. Renowned guest editors contribute their insights, ensuring a blend of established and emerging authors. The series serves as a platform for showcasing the richness of American literature, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the current literary landscape.

Each year, for the past seventeen years, Mysterious Bookshop proprietor Otto Penzler has commissioned an original Christmas story by a leading suspense writer. These stories were then produced as pamphlets, just 1,000 copies, and given to customers of the bookstore as a Christmas present. Now, all seventeen tales have been collected in one volume, showcasing the talents of: Charles Ardai Lisa Atkinson George Baxt Lawrence Block Mary Higgins Clark Thomas H. Cook Ron Goulart Jeremiah Healy Edward D. Hoch Rupert Holmes Andrew Klavan Michael Malone Ed McBain Anne Perry S. J. Rozan Jonathan Santlofer Donald E. WestlakeSome of these stories are humorous, others suspenseful, and still others are tales of pure detection, but all of them together make up a charming collection and a perfect Christmas gift for all ages.

Fifteen puzzling tales from the masters of the mystery genre

Renowned authors known for their novels showcase their talent in shorter works, offering fans a fresh perspective on their storytelling abilities. This collection highlights the versatility of these writers, revealing their skill in crafting compelling narratives in a more concise format. Readers can expect engaging tales that reflect the unique styles of C.J. Box, Peter Straub, and Joyce Carol Oates, making it an intriguing read for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.

Bestselling author Block selects the best mystery stories of the year by writers including Joyce Carol Oates, T. Jefferson Parker, Russell Banks, and Peter Robinson.

The editors present a collection of the best mystery writing culled from a variety of sources.

This fiction collection features contributions from a variety of talented authors, each delivering compelling narratives that explore the motivations behind human behavior. The prose is described as both elegant and engaging, making each story a captivating experience. Readers are sure to find standout pieces that resonate deeply, showcasing the diverse perspectives and themes woven throughout the anthology.

A high school wallflower serves up justice at her 20th reunion, while a submissive wife sends her domineering husband to hell. A writer orchestrates a murder to eliminate his enemy. This captivating collection features twelve of America's finest authors exploring the theme of revenge-driven killings. The anthology showcases a stellar lineup, offering a satisfying feast of stories centered on the dark allure of vengeance. In Lawrence Block's chilling tale, a serial killer turns one victim's brother into an unwitting defender, leading to dire consequences. Mary Higgins Clark's "Power Play" presents a thrilling scenario where an ex-president and his congresswoman wife outsmart terrorists. Phillip Margolin's character, a career criminal, faces a twist of fate with an alibi that complicates his self-defense. Joyce Carol Oates delivers a gripping narrative in "Murder-Two," where a brilliant lawyer defends her worst enemy's son. Peter Straub's "Mr. Clubb and Mr. Cuff" reveals the steep price of revenge for a betrayed husband. This anthology also includes contributions from Thomas H. Cook, Vicki Hendricks, Joan Hess, Judith Kelman, Eric Lustbader, David Morrell, and Shel Silverstein, creating an unforgettable exploration of cold-blooded retribution. Otto Penzler, a prominent figure in the mystery genre, curates this wickedly entertaining volume.

In the countryside of Victorian England, a recluse and a beekeeper team up to catch a cunning villain. In a quiet village far from the noise of Victorian London, Sydney Silchester lives the life of a recluse led by two passions: privacy and honey. He gives up the former only when his stores of the latter run low. But when his honey supplier is found stung to death by her hive, the search for a new beekeeper takes Sydney to Mr. Mycroft, a brilliant man who has retired to Sussex to take up precisely this occupation, and who shares many traits with the great detective, Sherlock Holmes. Upon hearing of the tragic death of the village’s other beekeeper, Mycroft, himself no stranger to crime-solving, immediately senses the bloody hand of murder. But what villain would have the mad intelligence to train an army of killer bees? With Sydney at his side, Mycroft embarks on a life-threatening search for the perpetrator of this most diabolical crime. Hailed by author, critic, and famed Sherlock Holmes scholar Christopher Morley as the only worthwhile continuation of the Holmes novels, A Taste for Honey is an engaging and terrifying mystery that proves enjoyable even to those with little to no knowledge of Doyle’s characters.

The Most Complete Collection of Impossible Crime Stories Ever Assembled, with puzzling mysteries byStephen King, Dashiell Hammett, Lawrence Block, Agatha Christie, Georges Simenon, Dorothy L. Sayers, P.G. Wodehouse, Erle Stanley Gardner, and many, many more THE BLACK LIZARD BIG BOOK OF LOCKED-ROOM MYSTERIES: An empty desert, a lonely ski slope, a gentleman's study, an elevator car--nowhere is a crime completely impossible. Featuring Unconventional means of murder Pilfered jewels Shocking solutions Includes Edgar Allan Poe's "The Murders in the Rue Morgue", the first detective story and the first locked-room mystery Masters of the short story form: Edward D. Hoch, Ellery Queen, Carter Dickson, and Stanley Ellin A VINTAGE CRIME/BLACK LIZARD ORIGINAL

O životech hlavních hrdinů detektivek Jak vznikli někteří z nejpopulárnějších literárních detektivů současnosti? Které místo nebo okamžik v životě inspirovaly dvojici Prestona & Childa ke stvoření tajemného agenta Pendegrasta? Proč je Jack Reacher takový chlapák a proč z něj Lee Child udělal ztroskotance? Jeffery Deaver představí geniálního ochrnutého detektiva Lincolna Rhymea. V této knize odhalují někteří z nejlepších spisovatelů detektivek dneška tajemství zrodu svých nezapomenutelných hrdinů – nebo za sebe v některých případech nechají mluvit hrdiny samotné.

Verdächtige Weihnachtsmänner, skrupellose Nikoläuse, tödliche Weihnachtsbraten und Leichen unter Mistelzweigen - vergessen Sie den Einkaufsstress, achten Sie nicht auf das ungewohnte Geräusch in Ihrem Kamin, auf den eigenartigen Nachgeschmack Ihres Glühweins, auf die seltsame rote Flüssigkeit, die aus den Strümpfen am Kaminsims tropft ... Lesen und genießen Sie Weihnachten mit Sherlock Holmes, Inspector Banks, Inspector Morse, Ellery Queen und vielen anderen.Nur einmal werden wir noch wach ist der erste Teil der Taschenbuchausgabe des New-York-Times-Bestsellers THE BIG BOOK OF CHRISTMAS MYSTERIES, dem Großen Buch der Weihnachtskrimis.

Osm mužů a žen hledá spravedlnost. Podvody, chamtivost, zrada, nenávist a psychóza: osm dosud nevydaných novel, jejichž autory jsou spisovatelé detektivních románů, představující současnou světovou špičku. V knize najdete více než bohatý výběr kriminálních příběhů, které uspokojí každého milovníka tohoto žánru.

Black Mask je legendární americký magazín, který v době své největší slávy vydával první práce D. Hammetta, R. Chandlera, E. S. Gardnera a dalších skvělých autorů detektivek. Mnozí z nich se časem proslavili jako zakladatelé „drsné školy americké detektivky“, ta vzápětí významně ovlivnila komiks i fi lm, později literaturu science fi ction. Český výbor na základě antologií Otty Penzlera pořídil Pavel Medek, znalec a sběratel americké drsné školy. Záměrně do něj zařadil povídky, jež česky zatím nikdy nevyšly.

Antologie Z upířích archivů předkládá čtenáři desítky povídek, v nichž právě upíři vystupují v hlavní roli. Při putování za nimi navštívíme strašidelné hrady, temná zákoutí, podzemní kobky, prastará pohřebiště i jiná hrůzu nahánějící místa. Našimi průvodci v tomto ponurém labyrintu budou jak ostřílení mistři, například Bram Stoker, sir Arthur Conan Doyle, H. P. Lovecraft, Stephen King či Anne Riceová, tak i autoři méně známí, jejichž příspěvky si ale ve srovnání s jejich slavnějšími kolegy v ničem nezadají. Po přečtení knihy budeme o upírech vědět takřka vše. Příběhy plné napětí, děsu, ale i humoru nám umožní poznat tyto tvory v hávu tradičním i zcela nezvyklém. Poznáme je tak dokonale, že se dozajista budeme moci považovat za experty v tomto oboru.

Kniha obsahuje sedm detektivních novel současných známých autorů tohoto žánru. Příspěvky do tohoto souboru vznikly na objednávku, autoři museli svůj nápad upravit do objemu novely, tedy ani dlouhý román, ani krátká povídka. Náměty našli nejen v současnosti, ale i v historii, například v době francouzské revoluce a pod. Předcházející podobný soubor detektivních novel vyšel v nakladatelství BB art pod názvem Láska a jiné zločiny.

Il giallo è una vera e propria sfumatura dell'animo umano, un imprevisto dietro l'angolo che in un istante ci catapulta in una dimensione inattesa. E in questa raccolta, a indagare sulle ombre della realtà quotidiana sono le migliori firme della letteratura americana contemporanea: da Michael Connelly, che ci racconta cosa si nasconde dietro l'ennesimo incidente successo nel buio di Mulholland Drive, a Alice Munro, che disvela l'indicibile e crudele segreto risalente all'infanzia di due donne ormai adulte; da James Lee Burke, che ci proietta nei bassifondi della provincia intorno a una New Orleans distrutta dall'uragano Katrina, a Joyce Carol Oates, che illumina la tensione che cova in una casa in una piccola cittadina dello Stato di New York tra un padre cieco e due figlie separate dagli eventi della vita, fino poi a Elizabeth Strout, Holly Goddard Jones e molti altri. Venti storie diverse unite da una grande scrittura e da una capacità magnetica di sorprendere il lettore.

Von drauß' vom Walde komm ich her. Ich muss euch sagen, es weihnachtet sehr. Allüberall unter Tannenspitzen, sah ich böse Buben flitzen. Die Polizei kommt gar nicht hinterher und fängt die Schufte heut nicht mehr. So muss bei all den schlimmen Dingen, gar mancher Detektiv zur Hilfe springen. Und wollt ihr wissen, wer's gewesen, müsst ihr dieses Buch wohl lesen! Mit Geschichten von: Mary Higgins Clark, G.K. Chesterton, Rex Stout, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Wallace, Peter Lovsey, Max Allan Collins, Stanley Ellin, Ed McBain, Sara Paretsky u.v.a.

Fascinujúce príbehy z pera majstrov napínavého čítania, ktorí dali dokopy celý hárem nebezpečných žien každého druhu. Publishers Weekly Ani Hitchcock by nezostavil lepší výber. Times Literary Supplement Najnebezpečnejšie ženy sú tie neodolateľné. Niekedy si žena svoju moc jasne uvedomuje, inokedy nemá o nej ani tušenia. Jedna ju použije ako nabrúsenú zbraň, druhá ako záchranný pás. Nebezpečné ženy s nami boli od úsvitu čias. Muži kvôli nim zabíjajú, zrádzajú vlasť, vzdávajú sa trónu a berú si život. No niekedy za to tieto ženy stoja. Mnohí detektívi vedia o nebezpečných ženách svoje. Ale ani Sherlock Holmes, ani Nero Wolfe nikdy nestretli nebezpečné ženy, aké sa vyskytujú na stránkach tejto knihy. Boli by z nich zhrození, ale dozaista aj fascinovaní. Autori zastúpení v tejto zbierke príbehov dokázali, že aj oni vedia ponúknuť širokú škálu typov femme fatale.

Le storie di true crime hanno un fascino irresistibile, spingendoci a esplorare un cuore di tenebra che ci circonda. Questo libro presenta quindici racconti di crimine reale, scritti da celebri giornalisti investigativi e selezionati da James Ellroy. La potenza di queste narrazioni risiede nella straordinaria qualità degli autori e nella diversità dei temi trattati. Peter Landesman indaga sulla schiavitù sessuale di migliaia di ragazze arrivate negli Stati Uniti con false promesse di lavoro e un futuro migliore. David Grann racconta la strana morte di un fan di Sherlock Holmes, un evento che sembra uscito da un romanzo di Conan Doyle. Jeff Dietz accompagna un agente dell'FBI lungo il confine tra Texas e Messico, cercando le tracce degli immigrati clandestini. Inoltre, troviamo le riflessioni di Nancy Gibb scritte a meno di trenta ore dall'attacco alle Torri Gemelle, e l'analisi di Clive Thompson sui rischi degli allegati e-mail. Il volume si chiude con un racconto di Ellroy, che esplora l'influenza di Joseph Wambaugh sulla sua scrittura.

Das größte Weihnachtskrimi-Buch aller Zeiten als hochwertiges Geschenk für Krimifans bietet spannende und teils seltene Geschichten. Verdächtige Weihnachtsmänner, skrupellose Nikoläuse und tödliche Weihnachtsbraten sorgen für eine mörderische Feststimmung. Vergessen Sie den Einkaufsstress und ignorieren Sie die unheimlichen Geräusche, während Sie mit berühmten Detektiven wie Sherlock Holmes und Nero Wolfe in die Welt der Kriminalgeschichten eintauchen. Edgar-Award-Preisträger Otto Penzler hat über 40 Geschichten zusammengestellt, die alle Facetten einer mörderisch guten Weihnacht abdecken: von Spannendem und Witzigem bis hin zu Schaurigem und Rätselhaftem. Die Sammlung umfasst Werke von renommierten Autoren wie Peter Robinson, Mary Higgins Clark und Arthur Conan Doyle. Aufgrund seines Gewichts eignet sich das Buch auch hervorragend als Mordwerkzeug – ein wirklich originelles Geschenk! Otto Penzler gilt als einer der führenden Experten für Kriminalliteratur und hat über Jahrzehnte hinweg Kriminalromane verlegt. Er gründete die legendäre Mysterious Bookshop in New York und wurde mehrfach ausgezeichnet, unter anderem mit dem Edgar Award. Penzlers umfangreiche Kontakte zu Krimiautoren weltweit spiegeln sich in seinen Anthologien wider, die nur hochklassige Namen enthalten. Er lebt mit seiner Frau in New York City und Connecticut.

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