A blistering new thriller about the horrors of war and the struggle to survive in the face of pure evil. Foreign correspondent Connie Burns is hunting a British mercenary that she believes is responsible for the rape and murder of five women in Sierra Leone in 2002. Two years later she finds him training Iraqi police in Baghdad. Connie is determined to expose his crimes, but then she is kidnapped and released after three days of unspeakable torture. Silently, she returns to England and attempts to isolate herself, but it soon becomes apparent that the horrors of the world and her own nightmarish past aren’t so easy to escape from.

The story in Ratip’s debut novel revolves around the struggle of Turan Akova, who is a world-renowned pianist-composer, to prevent and eventually eliminate the extraterrestrial devil’s plans to dominate the world in a shocking and most audacious way. This is a heart-pounding suspense thriller with gruelling intensity. A monumentally scary and chillingly tense story. Italian poet Tasso’s words best describe Turan Akova, the hero of this novel: ‘Is it possible to transform a raging, devastating, destroying hurricane into a morning breeze, a mad sea into a charming lake, and lightning into a rose? I am speaking of the Turk. The Turk who is like a ruthless hurricane, a terrific sea, and a merciless lightning when attacking his enemy, is a morning breeze, and a clear lake with his friends or when facing a disarmed enemy. To change this charming breeze into a hurricane, this resplendent blue lake into a horrid sea, this rose with its fragrance of nobility to lightning would be indeed a blunder that would offend Nature itself...”

A blistering new thriller about the horrors of war and the struggle to survive in the face of pure evil. Foreign correspondent Connie Burns is hunting a British mercenary that she believes is responsible for the rape and murder of five women in Sierra Leone in 2002. Two years later she finds him training Iraqi police in Baghdad. Connie is determined to expose his crimes, but then she is kidnapped and released after three days of unspeakable torture. Silently, she returns to England and attempts to isolate herself, but it soon becomes apparent that the horrors of the world and her own nightmarish past aren’t so easy to escape from.

In 'The Devil and Parson Church; or, Birds of a Feather' by Anonymous, readers are immersed in a captivating tale that explores the intricacies of human nature and the complexities of morality. The book is written in a gothic style, filled with suspense, supernatural elements, and moral dilemmas that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Set in a quaint English village, the story follows Parson Church as he grapples with his inner demons and faces off against the devil himself. The richly detailed descriptions and vivid imagery make for a truly immersive reading experience, reminiscent of classic gothic literature.Anonymous, a mysterious figure who chooses to remain unknown, brings a unique perspective to the genre with 'The Devil and Parson Church; or, Birds of a Feather'. The author's anonymity adds an intriguing layer to the narrative, inviting readers to ponder the motivations behind the story and the deeper meanings hidden within its pages. Whether Anonymous is a seasoned writer experimenting with a new style or a newcomer making their debut, one thing is certain - their storytelling prowess is unmatched. I highly recommend 'The Devil and Parson Church; or, Birds of a Feather' to any fan of gothic literature or anyone looking for a thought-provoking read that delves into the darkest corners of the human psyche.

With private security firms supplying bodyguards in every theatre of war, who will notice the emergence of a sexual psychopath from the ranks of the mercenaries? A gripping story of lurking menace told with all the hallmarks of Minette Walters' consummate style.