THE HURRICANE was only the beginning. Cynical and grounded, Killian 'Kill' Collins hates superstition and anything not proven by hard evidence. That works well for him until the night of Hurricane Sandy, when he's summoned to the grounded yacht of a Russian oligarch. On board, Kill discovers drugs and cash as well as two trafficked young women, one of whom stabs him after mistaking his intentions. Bleeding in the street, a mysterious woman saves him, then disappears. By the time he is released from the hospital, the FBI is covering up the crime and Killian is forced to find and save the two girls before the bridges to the rest of the world re-open. Along the way, the suspense is unnerving as Killian stumbles onto a connection between this case and the thirty year-old murder of his uncle.GREAT KILLS is the first novel in the Killian Collins mystery-thriller series set on Staten Island.To learn more about Kevin Fox and his books, please visit: KEVINFOX.COM
From his childhood in Cork and early working years in London, through the 1916 Rising, imprisonment in Frongoch, his involvement in the War of Independence, Treaty negotiations and the Civil War, to his untimely death at Béal na mBláth, the full story of Collins' life is narrated in simple, engaging language to appeal to readers in the 9–12 age group. Though only thirty-two when he died, Michael Collins was feared by the British and a central figure in the fight for Irish freedom. In this short biography, his dramatic story is brought to life and a human face is given to the historic figure.
Was Michael Collins killed by an accident of war or was he ruthlessly murdered? Both of these possibilities are calmly and carefully examined by the author, who has rejected the traditional theory that he was killed as a result of a ricochet rifle bullet and leans towards the possibility that he was shot by a Mauser pistol.In The Shooting of Michael Collins the author calmly examines the controversial circumstances surrounding the death of this brilliant leader, putting all the evidence before the discerning reader.For this edition the author rewrote large sections of the book, incorporating new information that came his way. It has aroused exceptional and absorbing interest in this baffling and bewildering mystery.
The Collins family, currently in Texas, came to the America's during colonial times and stretches back to County Antrim, Ireland then to Banffshire, Scotland in the 1600s, connecting them to the Kings and Queens of Scotland, England and back to France and the Merovingian and Capetian Dynasties. Joseph Collins' mother's (Barbara Weaver) line also came during colonial times and had immigrated from Yorkshire, England stopping first in Chester Co., Pennsylvania. Joseph Collins IV's (himself a nuclear scientist) family showed a remarkable loyalty to their new-found country and fought in every war that took place; from the Revolution and Indian Wars to the Viet Nam War in the 1970s. They were soldiers, farmers, business men and scientists; as well as teachers and preachers. Several of Joseph Collins' line can be traced back to Rollo, the son Ragnar of Norway who married a Princess of France.
Cecil Collins (1908–1989) is arguably one of the greatest English visionary artists since Blake and Palmer. With emblematic figures such as the Fool, the Angel, the Pilgrim and the Sibyl in extraordinary landscapes, Collins portrayed an original and inspiring philosophy of life. He has been recognized as belonging to the Neo-Romantic movement of poetical art which flourished in the post-war period, but his dedication to depicting his mystic understanding made his work highly distinctive. His lyrical art is in some ways closer in spirit to the French Symbolists, especially Odilon Redon, and he has some affinities with Paul Klee and Georges Rouault.In Celebration of Cecil Collins creates a centenary portrait of the artist, a mosaic in word form, through the reflections and memories of his friends, admirers and students. Occasional pieces are drawn from his essays and formulations about the creative process. Also included are the previously unpublished transcript of a talk he gave at the Tate Gallery, a fairy story written for his god-daughter and his commentary to the film about him The Eye of the Heart as well as his notes for a talk to his students on the classic film Elektra. The vitality of his charismatic presence is recreated through the many people whose lives he affected so profoundly. The influences which shaped Collins’ art and philosophy, are considered, as well as the wider historical and political context.
Maggie Collins, a newly minted NYPD detective, is lovely enough to be a model but wants to make a career chasing bad guys. She volunteers to go undercover to catch a serial killer. "Don't get in the car," her lieutenant says. But, of course, she gets into the car. The killer thinks he is in love, but his idea of love is a little strange. Praise for THE DISAPPEARANCE OF MAGGIE COLLINS: "Roger Angle has a rare sensibility, part poetry, part literary fiction, and part nitty-gritty crime. I don't know another writer quite like him. Maggie Collins is the result." --Kem Nunn, author of Tapping the Source and Tijuana Straits "The Disappearance of Maggie Collins is a page-turner, full of gritty New York flavor and driven by complex and interesting characters. With this novel, Roger Angle proves himself to be a noir poet who can dazzle us with dark beauty and bring us to the edge of our seats." --Adam Meyer, author of The Last Domino "Razor-sharp NYC detective fiction set in the turbulent, grimy mid-eighties: hookers, pimps, and a serial killer. Captivating characters that kept me up all night." --John Shepphird, Shamus award-winning author of Bottom Feeders and The Shill Trilogy "A grizzled detective, his reckless cop girlfriend, and a deeply disturbed killer on the tough streets of NYC in 1986. This story will grab you by the throat and not let go. Couldn't put it down." --DP Lyle, forensics expert, author of Murder and Mayhem and Deep Six
After her friend Sandy Mangual tragically falls to his death, Bailey Cohen discovers images of his grisly corpse have been uploaded and shared through social media, by someone very close to her. Bailey enlists the help of quiet, unnoticed, underappreciated Bernardo Castillo, who works the luxury Miami Beach high rise in which she stays.Bernardo and Bailey will have to dredge up the shady past they've long worked to tamp down in order to set off on the path toward vengeance. A journey that will reshape and morph each person engulfed along its way. Icarus Over Collins is a short, punchy revenge story as cracked and slivered as hot Miami pavement.******Tras la tr gica ca da accidental de su amigo, Bailey Cohen descubre que im genes del cad ver han sido clandestinamente descargadas a redes sociales. Por alguien muy cercana. Bailey contara con la ayuda de Bernardo Castillo, empleado del condominio lujoso en Miami Beach cuya Bailey habita. En nombre de su amigo fallecido, Bernardo y Bailey tendr n que excavar sus pasados umbr os en camino hacia la venganza. Un viaje que reformara a todos envueltos. Icarus Over Collins es un cuento de venganza tan caluroso y rajado como las aceras bordeando todo Miami.
After her friend Sandy Mangual tragically falls to his death, Bailey Cohen discovers images of his grisly corpse have been uploaded and shared through social media, by someone very close to her. Bailey enlists the help of quiet, unnoticed, underappreciated Bernardo Castillo, who works the luxury Miami Beach high rise in which she stays.Bernardo and Bailey will have to dredge up the shady past they've long worked to tamp down in order to set off on the path toward vengeance. A journey that will reshape and morph each person engulfed along its way. Icarus Over Collins is a short, punchy revenge story as cracked and slivered as hot Miami pavement.******Tras la tr gica ca da accidental de su amigo, Bailey Cohen descubre que im genes del cad ver han sido clandestinamente descargadas a redes sociales. Por alguien muy cercana. Bailey contara con la ayuda de Bernardo Castillo, empleado del condominio lujoso en Miami Beach cuya Bailey habita. En nombre de su amigo fallecido, Bernardo y Bailey tendr n que excavar sus pasados umbr os en camino hacia la venganza. Un viaje que reformara a todos envueltos. Icarus Over Collins es un cuento de venganza tan caluroso y rajado como las aceras bordeando todo Miami.
Ashley Collins, a sixteen-year-old girl, has severe behavior issues. She regularly fights with her parents, Logan and Jane. When the fights become personal and physical, Logan and Jane decide to take matters into their own hands. They chain their daughter in the basement and abuse her in an attempt to rescue her from her bad behavior... while delving into their own deviance and depravity. This is a story of family and abuse. This is a story of violence and discipline. This is the abuse of Ashley Collins. Jon Athan, author of A Family of Violence, brings you an uncompromising vision of human horror. Can the cycle of abuse be broken? WARNING: This book contains scenes of graphic violence, including violence towards children. This book is about abuse-verbal, physical, and emotional. This book does not feature any explicit sex scenes, but it does discuss sexual abuse. This book is not intended for those easily offended or appalled.
William Edward Collins (18 February 1867 - 22 March 1911) was an Anglican bishop, Bishop of Gibraltar from 1904 until his death. Biography: William Edward Collins was the second son of Joseph Henry Collins, a mining engineer and writer on geology. He was born in London, but his father moved to Cornwall while he was a child. One of his brothers was Arthur L. Collins, a mining engineer who was murdered in the United States. He was educated at Nuttall's and Chancellor's schools in Truro and at Selwyn College, Cambridge.Ordained in 1891, he began his career as a Curate at All Hallows-by-the-Tower in the City of London. After a short spell as a Lecturer at his old college he became Professor of Ecclesiastical History at King's College London where he remained until his elevation to the Episcopate. As Bishop of Gibraltar he worked from The Convent, which was the residence of the Governor of Gibraltar, although he had his own house in Malta. A Sub-Prelate of the Order of St John of Jerusalem, he died on 22 March 1911 in Constantinople.He is interred at the St. John the Evangelist's Anglican Church, Izmir in Turkey.Collins' life was described in a biography by Arthur James Mason.......... Arthur James Mason DD (4 May 1851 - 24 April 1928) was an English clergyman, theologian and classical scholar. He was Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity, Master of Pembroke College, Cambridge, and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge. Early life: The third son of George William Mason JP, of Morton Hall, Retford, Nottinghamshire, by his marriage to Marianne Atherton Mitford (born 1821 in India), a daughter of Captain Joseph George Mitford (1791-1875), of the Madras Army, Mason was educated at Repton School and Trinity College, Cambridge. The third of four sons, his youngest brother, Charles Evelyn Mason, was killed in the Zulu War of 1879.His brother William Henry Mason was a High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire. His sister, Harriet, was a poor law inspector and another sister, Agnes founded a religious community. Their grandfather, J. G. Mitford, was the son of Bertram Mitford (1748-1800) of Mitford Castle in Northumberland. Career: Mason was elected a Fellow of Trinity College in 1873 and was a college tutor from 1874 to 1877, when he went to Cornwall as Canon of Truro. His departure from Cambridge was at the urging of his friend Edward White Benson, who had been appointed as Bishop of Truro and wanted Mason to act as diocesan missioner. In 1884, after Benson had been translated to Canterbury, Mason took up a benefice as Vicar of All Hallows-by-the-Tower, Barking, in the City of London, where he remained until 1895. That year he returned to Cambridge as Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity (1895-1903) and also became a Canon of Canterbury Cathedral. He was a Fellow of Jesus from 1896 to 1903, before serving as Master of Pembroke from 1903 to 1912. In 1908 he was elected Vice-Chancellor of the University, continuing in the post for two years. As well as works on theology and biography, Mason wrote and translated hymns. As "A. J. M.", he was a contributor to the Dictionary of National Biography. Private life: On 11 January 1899, Mason married Mary Margaret, a daughter of the Rev. G. J. Blore DD, Honorary Canon of Canterbury Cathedral and a former Head Master of King's School, Canterbury. They had two sons, Paul and Lancelot, and a daughter, Mildred. Paul became a diplomat and was ambassador to the Netherlands in the 1950s, while Lancelot followed his father into the Church and was Archdeacon of Chichester from 1946 to 1973. Arthur James Mason died at Canterbury on 24 April 1928....................
Day of the month and year, November the thirtieth, one thousand eight hundred and thirty-five. London Time by the great clock of Saint Paul's, ten at night. All the lesser London churches strain their metallic throats. Some, flippantly begin before the heavy bell of the great cathedral; some, tardily begin three, four, half a dozen, strokes behind it; all are in sufficiently near accord, to leave a resonance in the air, as if the winged father who devours his children, had made a sounding sweep with his gigantic scythe in flying over the city.
Unlock the more straightforward side of The Moonstone with this concise and insightful summary and analysis This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins, one of the first modern detective novels written in the English language. It opens with the theft of the titular Moonstone, an extremely valuable diamond, from Miss Rachel Verinder, who has just received it as a gift for her 18th birthday. Franklin Blake, a suitor to Miss Rachel, decides to investigate the incident, and soon discovers a convoluted trail of clues that point to the last person he would ever have suspected to be the culprit... Wilkie Collins was a Victorian-era novelist and playwright who is known for his complex mystery novels. His work often drew on his legal background, and today he is considered the father of modern detective fiction. Find out everything you need to know about The Moonstone in a fraction of the time This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you: - A complete plot summary- Character studies- Key themes and symbols- Questions for further reflection Why choose BrightSummaries.com? Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com
