Today's Mystery and Suspense Update from Big Fish Games (140128)

Here is today's mystery and suspense update from Big Fish Games …

• Our Featured Title is Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen.

• The Daily Deal is The Mirror Mysteries: Forgotten Kingdoms, just $2.99 today only!

• The current Catch of the Week is Abyss: The Wraiths of Eden, just $2.99 through Sunday, February 02, 2014 only.

Visit the Omnimystery Entertainment Network for more games of mystery and suspense!

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Our Featured Title today is Nancy Drew: Tomb of the Lost Queen

Enter the Cursed Tomb of the Lost Queen! Egyptologists and archaeologists are abuzz about recent discoveries by a university dig team, but suspicious accidents left the group isolated and leaderless. Is a curse burying their progress or is someone sabotaging their success? Find out as you assume the role of Nancy Drew and uncover the lost secrets buried within the Tomb of the Lost Queen!

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Today's Daily Deal is The Mirror Mysteries: Forgotten Kingdoms

In this second installation of the series, Tommy is all grown up and on the hunt for the mirror that changed the lives of him and his family forever. Now he's missing, and it is up to you to help his sister retrieve Tommy and locate the evil mirror. Plunge through the mirror and into unimagined realms and magical worlds as you continue the saga and aid Tommy's sister on her quest. The mirror is back — can you and extinguish his power for good?

A sample version is available to download and play for free for one hour. You can purchase this game today only — Tuesday, January 28, 2014 — for $2.99.

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The current Catch of the Week is Abyss: The Wraiths of Eden

Find your missing fiancé in the deepest parts of the ocean! Discover and investigate a forgotten underwater city that hides many spine-chilling secrets and supernatural forces which still lurk in every corner of this mysterious world. Face an ancient evil that is hiding in the deepest chambers of the once idyllic city of Eden. Hold your breath and dive into this breathtaking underwater Hidden Object adventure!

A sample version is available to download and play for free for one hour. You can purchase this game at the special price of $2.99 through Sunday, February 02, 2014.

Review: Dead Eye by Mark Greaney

A Mysterious Review of Dead Eye by Mark Greaney. A Gray Man Thriller.

Review summary: This is an action-packed, terrifically entertaining thriller, racing along at break-neck speed throughout northeast Europe. There are (of course) a few plot holes, but nothing that will prevent readers from thoroughly enjoying the chase, with readers new to the series likely seeking out the first book to see how it all started. (Click here for text of full review.)

Our rating:

Dead Eye
Mark Greaney
A Gray Man Thriller
Berkley Trade (December 2013)

Publisher synopsis: Ex-CIA master assassin Court Gentry has always prided himself on his ability to disappear at will, to fly below the radar and exist in the shadows — to survive as the near-mythical Gray Man. But when he takes revenge upon a former employer who betrayed him, he exposes himself to something he's never had to face before.

A killer who is just like him.

Code-named Dead Eye, Russell Whitlock is a graduate of the same ultra-secret Autonomous Asset Program that trained and once controlled Gentry. But now, Whitlock is a free agent who has been directed to terminate his fellow student of death. He knows how his target thinks, how he moves, and how he kills. And he knows the best way to do the job is to make Gentry run for his life — right up until the moment Dead Eye finally ends it …

      

New York Dead, A Stuart Barrington Mystery by Stuart Woods, Now at a Special Price

MystereBooks is pleased to feature New York Dead by Stuart Woods, now available at a special price, courtesy of the publisher, HarperCollins.

The ebook format of this title was priced at $3.99 from the listed vendors (below) as of the date and time of this post (01/27/2014 at 5:30 PM ET). Prices are subject to change without notice. The price displayed on the vendor website at the time of purchase will be the price paid for the book. Please confirm the price of the book before completing your transaction.

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New York Dead by Stuart Woods
A Stuart Barrington Mystery (1st in series)
Publisher: HarperCollins

Everyone is always telling Stone Barrington that he's too smart to be a cop, but it's pure luck that places him on the streets in the dead of night, just in time to witness the horrifying incident that turns his life inside out.

Suddenly he is on the front page of every New York newspaper, and his life is hopelessly entwined in the increasingly shocking life (and perhaps death) of Sasha Nijinsky, the country's hottest and most beautiful television anchorwoman.

No matter where he turns, the case is waiting for him, haunting his nights and turning his days into a living hell. Stone finds himself caught in a perilous web of unspeakable crimes, dangerous friends, and sexual depravity that has throughout it one common thread: Sasha.

      

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Storm Runners, A Californa Crime Thriller by T. Jefferson Parker, Now at a Special Price

MystereBooks is pleased to feature Storm Runners by T. Jefferson Parker, now available at a special price, courtesy of the publisher, HarperColllins.

The ebook format of this title was priced at $3.99 from the listed vendors (below) as of the date and time of this post (01/27/2014 at 5:00 PM ET). Prices are subject to change without notice. The price displayed on the vendor website at the time of purchase will be the price paid for the book. Please confirm the price of the book before completing your transaction.

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Storm Runners by T. Jefferson Parker
A Californa Crime Thriller (14th in series)
Publisher: HarperColllins

Matt Stromsoe has come a long way since his wife and son were killed in an explosion meant for him. Wounded severely in both body and spirit, Stromsoe gave up the last thing that held any meaning for him — his job on the police force — and proceeded to hit rock bottom, hard.

That was a lifetime ago, and finally the spiral of personal destruction and despair seems to have come to an end. The man responsible for the murders — Stromsoe's best friend from childhood and his wife's old lover — is behind bars and Stromsoe has put the past behind him, rescued from the abyss by a former colleague who offers him a job at his private security firm. Stromsoe's first assignment is to protect local television personality Frankie Hatfield from a stalker. But the further Stromsoe is drawn into this case, the more he finds that the net of intrigue is wide and ultimately leads back to the man who killed his family. As events conspire against him, Stromsoe learns that prison is no safeguard against revenge.

      

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A New MystereBook: Overtaxed and Underappreciated by Cheryl B. Dale

Here is a mystery, suspense, or thriller ebook that we recently found by sleuthing (as it were) through new or recently reissued titles from independent publishers during January 2014 priced $4.99 or less …

Overtaxed and Underappreciated by Cheryl B. Dale

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Overtaxed and Underappreciated by Cheryl B. Dale
A Corrie Caters Mystery
Publisher: J&H Press
Publication Date: January 25, 2014
Price: $3.99 (as of 01/27/14 04:30 PM ET)

Corrie never wanted to be the county tax commissioner. And she certainly isn't any kind of detective.

So when she happens on the scene where an attorney was murdered, she leaves it to the sheriff to figure out what happened. After all, she barely knew the woman.

But there's more Corrie does know. Like where the bear came from, the one spotted at the murder site. Like whose county car was parked near the victim's house. Like why the victim's secretary threatened a local business owner.

But Corrie doesn't have a clue about the most important thing she knows. Too bad the murderer does.

  

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Nutty as a Fruitcake, A Bed-and-Breakfast Mystery by Mary Daheim, Now at a Special Price

MystereBooks is pleased to feature Nutty as a Fruitcake by Mary Daheim, now available at a special price, courtesy of the publisher, HarperColllins.

The ebook format of this title was priced at $3.99 from the listed vendors (below) as of the date and time of this post (01/27/2014 at 4:00 PM ET). Prices are subject to change without notice. The price displayed on the vendor website at the time of purchase will be the price paid for the book. Please confirm the price of the book before completing your transaction.

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Nutty as a Fruitcake by Mary Daheim
A Bed-and-Breakfast Mystery (10th in series)
Publisher: HarperColllins

Hillside Manor's neighbors all adored proprietor Judith McMonigle Flynn's festive suggestion to deck the halls and houses in their cul-de-sac with eye-catching Christmas finery — except Enid Goodrich.The grumpy old humbug refused to cooperate.

Then someone cooked her Christmas goose — silencing Enid's objections with a handy hatchet. Though Judith's already got a lot under her tree — what with holidy business booming and the anticipated unwanted arrival of hubby Joe's soused ex-spouse — she's not about to let murder mess up what's left of her seasonal spirit.

With the help of irrepressible cousin Renie, Judith's determined to wrap up this case for Christmas — and expose the Scrooge-slayer who felt strongly that the only Goodrich is a Deadrich.

      

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Dying To Know by Tj O'Connor, a New 1st in Series Mystery Introducing Oliver Tucker

We are pleased to present you with one of this month's new 1st in Series mysteries: Dying To Know by Tj O'Connor and introducing Oliver Tucker.

What we know about the character: Detective Oliver Tucker is dead — murdered — and is back as an earth-bound spirit to help his wife, Professor Angela Tucker, solve crimes.

For more information about his first case, see a synopsis of the book, below.

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Dying To Know by Tj O'Connor
Series: An Oliver Tucker, Gumshoe Ghost Mystery
Publisher: Midnight Ink
Format(s): Trade Paperback, eBook

Dying is overrated. Murder is not.

Detective Oliver Tucker prefers to be the guy investigating shootings, not the guy getting shot. So when he returns as a ghost after being murdered in his home, it's only natural for Tuck to investigate the most important case of his life — his own. Detective, solve thyself!

Piecing together cold cases, foggy memories, and eerie premonitions, Tuck fears that if he doesn't figure out who pulled the trigger, his wife may be the next victim. Surprised to discover many earth-bound spirits chasing the same killer, Tuck's unique perspective from the other side leads him to a chilling conclusion — it's the living, not the dead, who are most terrifying.

      

Moriarty Returns a Letter by Michael Robertson, New in Bookstores in January 2014

Today's new hardcover mystery title, scheduled to be published during January 2014 by Minotaur Books, is Moriarty Returns a Letter by Michael Robertson.

For a list of more new hardcover mysteries published this month, visit our New Mysteries page for January 2014. For new paperback mysteries, visit The Mystery Bookshelf where a selection of January 2014 mysteries, novels of suspense, and thrillers are shelved.

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Moriarty Returns a Letter
Michael Robertson
Series: Reggie Heath, Baker Street Letters (4th)

Brothers Reggie and Nigel Heath are charged with answering letters to Holmes that arrive at their law office, located at 221B Baker Street. Now, Reggie and Nigel are back in a case that would confound even Sherlock himself.

An exhibition of vintage Sherlock Holmes letters has opened at the Marylebone Hotel. As Reggie and his beloved Laura embark on a pre-wedding trip, someone from Reggie and Nigel's past — someone whom they thought was long gone — reappears, causing a whole slew of new problems for the brothers.

        

Telemystery: Vera, New This Week on DVD

Telemystery, your source for one of the most comprehensive listings of crime drama, amateur sleuth, private investigator, mystery and suspense television series, mini-series and made-for-television movies, now available on or coming soon to DVD, Blu-ray disc, or Video-on-Demand, is profiling one series from our site being released this week.

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Vera
Series Three

Brenda Blethyn stars as Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope in this compelling mystery series inspired by Ann Cleeves's bestselling mystery series.

Patrolling her patch of northeast England, Vera resolutely pursues the truth in cases of murder, kidnapping, and blackmail. While her manner is sometimes caustic, her single-mindedness gets results.

Vera is supported by her trusted team, including right-hand man Detective Sergeant Joe Ashworth (David Leon). A family man, Ashworth is ever trying to strike a balance between home and work. Meanwhile, forensic pathologist Billy Cartwright (Paul Ritter) and Detective Constable Kenny Lockhart (Jon Morrison) tend to bring out the scathing side of their boss.

Look for our review of this third season of this outstanding series later this week.

  

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Visit the Telemystery website to discover more television mystery series currently available on and coming soon to DVD, Blu-ray disc, or video on demand.

The Playdate, A Novel of Suspense by Louise Millar, at a Special Price during January 2014

Every month Amazon releases a new selection of Kindle books priced $3.99 or less.

Today's featured title from the Mystery & Thrillers category is The Playdate by Louise Millar. This Kindle book was listed at $1.99 as of the date and time of this post, Monday, January 27, 2014 at 1:30 PM ET, and should be available at this price through the end of the month.

More information about the book is below; if other vendors have priced-matched this title, links to their sites are also shown.

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The Playdate by Louise Millar
A Novel of Suspense
Publisher: Atria Books

In a quiet London suburb, a group of mothers relies on each other for friendship, favors, and gossip. But some of them shouldn't be trusted, and others have dark secrets …

When Callie moved into her new neighborhood, she thought it would be easy to fit in. The other parents have been strangely hostile, though, and her frail daughter Rae is finding it impossible to make friends. Suzy, with her rich husband and her three energetic children, has been the only one to reach out, although their friendship has recently felt inexplicably strained.

Now the police have suggested that someone dangerous may be living in their neighborhood, and the atmosphere feels even more toxic. Then there’s the matter of Callie’s ex-husband, and the shocking truth behind their divorce … a truth that she would do anything to hide.

        

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In the Shadow of Evil, A Novel of Romantic Suspense by Nancy C. Weeks: Amazon's The Big Deal Promotion

Every so often Amazon releases a new selection of Kindle books priced up to 85% off as part of The Big Deal Promotion.

Today's featured mystery, suspense, or thriller title is In the Shadow of Evil by Nancy C. Weeks. This Kindle book was listed at $0.99 as of the date and time of this post, Monday, January 27, 2014 at 1:00 PM ET, and should be available at this price through Sunday, February 02, 2014.

More information about the book is below; if other vendors have priced-matched this title, links to their sites are also shown.

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In the Shadow of Evil by Nancy C. Weeks
A Novel of Romantic Suspense
Publisher: Crimson Romance

Elías Mendoza's personal vendetta against the McKenzie family rests on Jennie's shoulders. As she cradles the bullet-ridden body of her ten-year old student, she knows Mendoza is responsible. Quinton's death is a message. Jennie's life belongs to only Mendoza. But she has her own message. No one else dies. Her life means nothing as long as Mendoza is free.

Jared McNeil has spent ten years with Maryland's Special Crime Unit and very little rattles him. When the haunted teenager he once tried to protect walks into his precinct now a beautiful woman, he wants nothing more than to wrap her in his arms and never let her go. But he soon realizes she is there only to settle her debts before she goes after his nemesis, Mendoza. Jared's vow to stay away from Jennie until the task force destroys Mendoza now means nothing.

What Jared and Jennie don't understand is there are forces at play greater than the evil shadowing them, but time is running out. United, they can do anything. Alone, they will fail.

  

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