New Releases by Chris Mooney

They risk their lives every day to protect and serve our homes, families and communities. Here is \"a notable collection of heartfelt stories from the front line told with honesty and compassion\" (Kirkus). \"Walk the Blue Line is the book that the law-enforcement community has been waiting for. These stories showcase the courage, the hurt, the anger and the joy that can be found in every officer''s DNA--and above all, their commitment to making difficult situations a little bit better.\" --Jim Pasco, Executive Director, National Fraternal Order of Police Protect These men and women are our eyes. Our ears. Our protectors. Those who wear a badge, doing their best to help people. Serve These cops serve their communities. They serve their country. They''re in the business of saving lives--even at the risk of their own. Defend These patrol officers and K9 handlers, sheriffs and detectives, reveal what it''s really like to wear the uniform, to carry the weight of the responsibility they''ve been given. This is a calling. This is the job.

Instant New York Times Bestseller! “She was the best mother in the world,” said Princes William and Harry at Diana’s 10-year memorial. “Entertaining and persuasive,” (Publishers Weekly) this is the first big book about the private Diana, the mother of two princes. “Royal fans will devour this well-paced biography that gives new insight into the House of Windsor. You’ll tear through it by sundown and walk away thinking about the Princess of Wales and her two sons with new perspective .” –Men’s Journal From the moments William and Harry are born into the House of Windsor, they become their young mother’s whole world. I’ve got two very healthy, strong boys. I realize how incredibly lucky I am, Diana reminds herself every morning. But even the Princess of Wales questions, Am I a good mother? Diana’s faced with a seemingly impossible challenge: one son destined to be King of England and another determined to find his own way. She teaches them to honor royal tradition, even while daring to break it. “Sometimes I’d like a time machine…” Diana says as William and Harry grow up, never imagining they’d have less than a lifetime together. Even after she’s gone, her sons follow their mother’s lead—and her heart. As the years pass and William and Harry grow into adulthood and form families of their own, they carry on Diana’s name, her likeness, and her incomparable spirit. “James Patterson applies his writerly skills to real-life history with novelistic style” (People) in this deeply personal and revealing biography of the world’s most storied family, from the world’s #1 bestselling author.

In this extraordinary work of non-fiction, we hear the unforgettable stories of everyday heroes who look after our families, our friends and ourselves in the most challenging circumstances imaginable Around the clock, ER nurses dedicate their lives to helping us when we need it most. This book puts names and faces to these men and women who are there for us whenever we need them, who fight for our lives and never give up. Through numerous interviews with frontline healthcare staff, James Patterson and Matt Eversmann, acclaimed and bestselling co-authors of Walk in My Combat Boots, reveal why nurses do what they do.

James Patterson and Matt Eversmann, #1 bestselling coauthors of Walk in My Combat Boots, powerfully present the frontline heroes who work to save our lives every day: E.R. Nurses. \"The compassion, the work ethic, and the selflessness of nurses ... are given the respect they deserve and captured beautifully here.\" -Sanjay Gupta, MD, neurosurgeon and chief medical correspondent, CNN \"James Patterson''s account of the twilight world between life and death that nurses inhabit is one of the most moving things I have ever read.\" -Sebastian Junger, author of Freedom and The Perfect Storm Around the clock, across the country, these highly skilled and compassionate men and women sacrifice and struggle for us and our families. You have never heard their true stories. Not like this. From big-city and small-town hospitals. From behind the scenes. From the heart. This book will make you laugh, make you cry, make you understand. When we''re at our worst, E.R. nurses are at their best.

Everything changed when scientists discovered the drug. It looked like the cure for aging, but all progress comes with a price tag. Now, eternal youthfulness will be paid for by the blood of the innocent. The blood of “carriers” is the most valuable commodity on earth. When treated with a new wonder drug, it cures disease, increases power, and makes the recipient a virtual superman. It also makes the carriers targets. Young people with the right genes are ripped from their families and stashed in “blood farms.” Ellie Batista became an LAPD officer specifically to fight this evil as a member of the Blood Squad, but her ambitions are thwarted—until the day she and her partner are ambushed during a routine stop. The resulting events plunge her into an undercover world more dangerous than she could have ever imagined. Because a madman has found a way to increase the potency of the blood to levels previously unimagined. As he cuts a bloody swath through the already deadly world of blood cartels, Ellie is the only hope to stop him before the body count explodes.

Discover “the stories America needs to hear” (Admiral William H. McRaven, US Navy (Ret.)) with these moving and powerful recollections of war, told by the men and women who lived them. Walk in my Combat Boots is a powerful collection crafted from hundreds of original interviews by James Patterson, the world’s #1 bestselling writer, and First Sergeant US Army (Ret.) Matt Eversmann, part of the Ranger unit portrayed in the movie Black Hawk Down. These are the brutally honest stories usually only shared amongst comrades in arms. Here, in the voices of the men and women who’ve fought overseas from Vietnam to Iraq and Afghanistan, is a rare eye-opening look into what wearing the uniform, fighting in combat, losing friends and coming home is really like. Readers who next thank a military member for their service will finally have a true understanding of what that thanks is for.

It''s been eighteen years since Mary Kelly vanished from a snowy hillside in Boston. It was Darby McCormick''s first case. It was her first failure. At long last the prime suspect - disgraced priest Richard Byrne - has agreed to break his silence. But he''ll only talk to her. Darby returns home expecting to hear a confession. What Byrne tells her is far more disturbing. And she doesn''t have long to act, because it soon becomes clear that someone will do anything to keep this cold case on ice . . .

In Every Pretty Thing serial killer hunter Darby McCormick finds herself in Montana, looking for a friend. Little does she realise that a murderer is waiting for her . . . She came to find her friend. Instead she found a killer. Serial killer expert Darby McCormick gets a call from FBI Agent Jackson Cooper, who has been contacted by a woman who''s been in hiding for twenty years. She was one of the only survivors of a murderer who has been carving a dark path across America for decades. Cooper believes he may have tracked this psychopath to the wilds of Montana. Now, he needs Darby''s help to bring him in. But when she arrives Cooper has vanished without a trace. Something is very wrong - and as the trail goes cold, Darby is all alone in a strange town, stalked by an unseen predator who wants to add another victim to his collection... (Praise for Chris Mooney) ''One of the best thriller writers working today'' Lee Child ''Chris Mooney is a wonderful writer. Compelling, thrilling and touching'' Michael Connelly ''Harrowing, gripping, haunting'' Harlan Coben ''It will keep you up past your bedtime'' Karin Slaughter ''A scary, breakneck ride with thrills that never let up'' Tess Gerritsen

The new pulse-pounding latest instalment in the outstanding Darby McCormick series. ''One of the best thriller writers working today'' Lee Child WHO LIVES AND WHO DIES? ONLY TIME WILL TELL... Forensic investigator Darby McCormick queues to enter Boston Police Headquarters on a freezing winter morning. Lured back to her hometown to help solve a cold case, Darby won''t get far inside the station - and this will be no ordinary homecoming... Because someone suddenly takes a woman hostage and a stand-off ensues. The man has explosives strapped to himself and other bombs hidden around the city, rigged to explode - every three hours - until he gets what he wants. Working desperately against the clock, Darby realizes she is trapped between a kidnapper who would kill to expose the truth and people who would let others die to hide their lies... * Praise for Chris Mooney: ''Chris Mooney is a wonderful writer. Compelling, thrilling and touching'' Michael Connelly ''If you want a thriller that will chill your blood, break your heart and make your pulse race, Chris Mooney is your man'' Mark Billingham ''A compelling story that will keep you up past your bedtime'' Karin Slaughter ''A scary, breakneck ride with thrills that never let up'' Tess Gerritsen ''Harrowing, gripping, haunting, gut-wrenching and beautifully written'' Harlan Coben ''An exceptional thriller writer. I envy those who have yet to read him'' John Connolly

''One of the best thriller writers working today'' Lee Child ''If you want a thriller that will chill your blood, break your heart and make your pulse race, Chris Mooney is your man'' Mark Billingham A KILLER WATCHES. A TOWN WAITS. Fear grips a town in Colorado as a murderer targets entire families in their own homes. As police and the FBI struggle to contain the situation, they bring in forensic investigator and serial killer expert Darby McCormick. What she finds is a brutal and elusive predator who stays one step ahead of their investigation. As Darby navigates the blood-ties and broken promises that divide the locals, she knows that all the while the killer is watching, waiting and circling his next target: her. She must not only meet evil - and somehow survive - but also be prepared to face this small town''s dark heart... * * * Praise for Chris Mooney: ''Chris Mooney is a wonderful writer. Compelling, thrilling and touching'' Michael Connelly ''Harrowing, gripping, haunting, gut-wrenching and beautifully written'' Harlan Coben ''A compelling story that will keep you up past your bedtime'' Karin Slaughter ''A scary, breakneck ride with thrills that never let up'' Tess Gerritsen ''An exceptional thriller writer. I envy those who have yet to read him'' John Connolly

Fascinado por el éxito de un desconocido método de adelgazamiento, Bobby McManus, un joven enfermo de obesidad mórbida, se pone en manos de un implacable preparador para «volver a sentirse un hombre». El precio a pagar, sin embargo, se presume demasiado caro...

Bestselling author Chris Mooney uses cutting-edge research to explain the psychology behind why today’s Republicans reject reality—it''s just part of who they are. From climate change to evolution, the rejection of mainstream science among Republicans is growing, as is the denial of expert consensus on the economy, American history, foreign policy and much more. Why won''t Republicans accept things that most experts agree on? Why are they constantly fighting against the facts? Science writer Chris Mooney explores brain scans, polls, and psychology experiments to explain why conservatives today believe more wrong things; appear more likely than Democrats to oppose new ideas and less likely to change their beliefs in the face of new facts; and sometimes respond to compelling evidence by doubling down on their current beliefs. Goes beyond the standard claims about ignorance or corporate malfeasance to discover the real, scientific reasons why Republicans reject the widely accepted findings of mainstream science, economics, and history—as well as many undeniable policy facts (e.g., there were no “death panels” in the health care bill). Explains that the political parties reflect personality traits and psychological needs—with Republicans more wedded to certainty, Democrats to novelty—and this is the root of our divide over reality. Written by the author of The Republican War on Science, which was the first and still the most influential book to look at conservative rejection of scientific evidence. But the rejection of science is just the beginning... Certain to spark discussion and debate, The Republican Brain also promises to add to the lengthy list of persuasive scientific findings that Republicans reject and deny.

Four years ago, Theresa Herrera''s ten-year-old son was abducted. The police found little evidence and the case went cold. Then a woman comes forward and promises to reunite Theresa with Rico - but only if Theresa is prepared to pay a very high price indeed.

The authors highlight local cyclists, legends, and numerous other facets of the Tucson cycling scene, all with the backdrop of Sonoran Arizona.

The sixteen seductive sex stories in this steamy second volume of literary erotica from Asia are certain to entertain and arouse. Absolutely nothing is out of bounds, offering readers a glimpse into the erotic lives of Asia’s inhabitants. Well-known authors John Burdett and Dawn Farnham are joined in this collection of short stories by Miss Izzy, Lee Yew Moon and Alaric Leong from Singapore, Suzanna Kusuma from Indonesia, Amir Muhammed from Malaysia and by other erotica writers based in the exotic East. The stories in Volume 2 of “Best of Asian Erotica” explore erotica from a variety of angles, but they all celebrate the sensual in the sure voice of first-rate writing. “Best of Asian Erotica” is Asia’s sexiest short-story series and is a welcome and rich addition to the growing list of erotic literature in this most erotic corner of the world. Contents: Good Morning, Bangkok by Andrew Penney; The Sex Thing with the Tempoyak by Amir Muhammed; Night Ride by Nigel Hogge; Clean Sex by Ricky Low; The Service Provider by John Burdett; Breaking Glass by Dawn Farnham; Club Koyaanisquatsi by Miss Izzy; Painin by Brenton Rossow; Big Love by Chris Mooney Singh; Aphrodite by Suzanna Kusuma; The Phoenix Tattoos by Richard Lord; Mirrors by Christopher Taylor; The Politician by Amirul B Ruslan; Femme Fatale by O Thiam Chin; Celibation by Lee Yew Moon; and I, Teiresius by Alaric Leong. (All the stories in this book have previously been published in print in “Best of Southeast Asian Erotica” or “Best of Singapore Erotica”.)

Ten years ago CSI Darby McCormick investigated a sinister child abduction case. Today, the missing child is back from the dead and holding his family hostage. He makes only one demand. Bring me Darby McCormick. Charlie Rizzo has his family at gunpoint and when Darby arrives to defuse the scene, she finds him horrifically mutilated. What happened to him and just where has Charlie Rizzo been held all these years? Darby faces the toughest case of her career and, as the body count rises, one that will bring her into great personal danger and leave her in fear of losing her mind, if not her soul. For the Soul Collectors are the monsters from your worst nightmares.

"Mooney-Singh speaks from his perspective as a Westerner who now sports a beard, turban and Indian dress, and by doing so merges with the landscape of Indian society. He witnesses an ancient world turning modern as a resident, not merely as a traveller or tourist."--Back cover.

Mike Sullivan is determined to raise his six-year-old daughter Sarah to become a tough, independent woman. His own mother left when he was twelve, promising to return and rescue him from his father, an abusive and violently unpredictable thief who, Mike believes, is responsible for her disappearance. But Mike''s wife, Jess, has an overprotective need to shelter Sarah. Rebelling against her paranoia, Mike waits until Jess leaves the house and then, against her wishes, takes Sarah sledding. Only Sarah doesn''t want to go up the hill with her father. Sarah wants to go up with her best friend. In love with his daughter''s stubbornness, Mike grants her wish, and when Sarah doesn''t come down, he finds himself stuck in the middle of a snowstorm, his daughter gone. Five years later, Sarah is still missing. The only suspect, Francis Jonah, the former priest believed to be responsible for the disappearance of two other girls, is dying of cancer. On the anniversary of Sarah''s disappearance, her jacket is discovered -- by Jonah. Battling a failed marriage and desperate for the truth, Mike is in a frenzied race to unlock Jonah''s monstrous secrets before he dies. What is the connection between the disappearance of Sarah and Mike''s mother? And why has Mike''s father suddenly reappeared? In this gripping story of loss, compassion, and forgiveness, Mike must confront a family history steeped in lies, deceit, and, hardest of all, the persistent suspicion that his daughter might still be alive.

Die Bostoner Kriminaltechnikerin Darby McCormick ermittelt in ihrem 3. Fall. Diesmal muss sie den brutalen Mord an einer Frau aufklären. Die Verwirrung ist gross, als der verstörte 13-jährige Sohn der Toten darauf besteht, nur mit dem Polizisten Thomas McCormick zu sprechen: Darbys Vater ist seit Jahren tot.

Die 6-jährige Sarah verschwindet spurlos. Für ihre Eltern Mike und Jess Sullivan beginnt eine unvorstellbare Leidenszeit. Mike musste schon in seiner Kindheit mit dem plötzlichen, nie aufgeklärten Verschwinden seiner Mutter zurechtkommen, jetzt übersteigen die psychischen Belastungen seine Kräfte so sehr, dass er völlig aus der Bahn gerät. 5 Jahre später ist Mike ganz unten angekommen: seine Ehe ist zerstört, sein Jähzorn kaum zu bändigen, nur mit Mühe lässt sich der trockene Alkoholiker von einem Akt der Selbstjustiz zurückhalten. Mike ist davon überzeugt, dass der ehemalige Geistliche Francis Jonah für die Entführung Sarahs verantwortlich ist, diesem ist aber nichts nachzuweisen. Als Jonah im Sterben liegt, sieht Mike alle Chancen auf eine Aufklärung des Falles schwinden, doch er bekommt Hilfe von unerwarteter Seite. Chris Mooneys neuer Thriller bietet wieder einfach geschriebene, doch gut konstruierte und extrem spannende Thrillerkost, diesmal ohne die Serienheldin Darby McCormick (zuletzt \"Secret\

Jack Casey, ehemaliger FBI-Profiler, ist entsetzt: Der Mord an einer ganzen Familie in einem Vorort von Boston weist ähnliche Muster auf wie die Verbrechen des Serientäters, dem Jacks Frau vor einigen Jahren zum Opfer fiel. Jack stösst bei den Ermittlungen auf ein obskures Experiment des FBI.

An investigation into climate change and increasingly dangerous hurricanes from the New York Times–bestselling author of The Republican War on Science. A leading science journalist delves into a red-hot debate in meteorology: whether the increasing ferocity of hurricanes is connected to global warming. In the wake of Katrina, Chris Mooney follows the careers of leading scientists on either side of the argument through the 2006 hurricane season, tracing how the media, special interests, politics, and the weather itself have skewed and amplified what was already a fraught scientific debate. As Mooney puts it: “Scientists, like hurricanes, do extraordinary things at high wind speeds.” Mooney—a New Orleans native, host of the Point of Inquiry podcast, and author of The Republican Brain—has written “a well-researched, nuanced book” that closely examines whether we as a society should be held responsible for making hurricanes even bigger monsters than they already are (The New York Times). “Mooney serves his readers as both an empiricist who gathers data and an analyst who puts it into context. The result is an important book, whose author succeeds admirably in both his roles.” —The Plain Dealer “Engaging and readable . . . Mooney catches real science in the act and, in so doing, weaves a story as intriguing as it is important.” —Los Angeles Times Book Review “Mooney has hit upon an important and controversial topic, and attacks it with vigor.” —The Boston Globe “An absorbing, informed account of the politics behind a pressing contemporary controversy.” —Kirkus Reviews

In this riveting thriller, a female police officer discovers that the serial killer she''s tracking is a psychopath from her past--and she''s next on his list. Absolutely gripping suspense.--Michael Connelly.

Featuring North America''s foremost thriller authors, Thriller is the first collection of pure thriller stories ever published. Offering up heart-pumping tales of suspense in all its guises are thirty-two of the most critically acclaimed and award-winning names in the business. From the signature characters that made such authors as David Morrell and John Lescroart famous, to four of the hottest new voices in the genre, this blockbuster will tantalize and terrify. Lock the doors, draw the shades, pull up the covers and be prepared for Thriller to keep you up all night.

Science has never been more crucial to deciding the political issues facing the country. Yet science and scientists have less influence with the federal government than at any time since the Eisenhower administration. In the White House and Congress today, findings are reported in a politicized manner; spun or distorted to fit the speaker''s agenda; or, when they''re too inconvenient, ignored entirely. On a broad array of issues-stem cell research, climate change, missile defense, abstinence education, product safety, environmental regulation, and many others-the Bush administration''s positions fly in the face of overwhelming scientific consensus. Federal science agencies, once fiercely independent under both Republican and Democratic presidents, are increasingly staffed by political appointees and fringe theorists who know industry lobbyists and evangelical activists far better than they know the science. This is not unique to the Bush administration, but it is largely a Republican phenomenon, born of a conservative dislike of environmental, health, and safety regulation, and at the extremes, of evolution and legalized abortion. In The Republican War on Science , Chris Mooney ties together the disparate strands of the attack on science into a compelling and frightening account of our government''s increasing unwillingness to distinguish between legitimate research and ideologically driven pseudoscience.