HOPE: Jake Scarne Thriller #11 (JAKE SCARNE THRILLERS)

VERA HOPE, A SCIENTIST WHO HAS DEVELOPED AN ARTIFICIAL KIDNEY, IS THE TARGET OF A MAN WHOSE DIALYSIS EMPIRE IS THREATENED!***Hiding from the assassins that killed her husband, Vera Hope runs into Jake Scarne in the Caribbean. The private eye is only seeking peace and quiet as he tries to forget the trauma of his recent cases. But he finds neither, and soon becomes involved in the tragedy that is Vera Hope's life.***“IF YOU LIKE HARD-BOILED ACTION, MEMORABLE VILLAINS AND TWISTY PLOTS, THE JAKE SCARNE THRILLERS NEVER DISAPPOINT!” (John Crudele, New York Post)INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIMGREAT BRITAINTHE END OF US (Cole Sudden Thriller): “Great bunch of characters and fast paced. Enjoyable.”HOPE (Jake Scarne Thriller): “Another brilliant read in an ever-increasing catalogue of great stories.”SISTER (Alton Rhode Mystery): “Brilliant characters, a terrific storyline and would recommend this author without any misgivings. Kept me enthralled from beginning to the end.”GERMANYALAS, PARIS (Thriller): “I have read many of De Maria’s books, and find them unfailingly entertaining. Engaging dialogue, venues with enough descriptive detail to interest experienced travelers, scenes played out with gastronomic expertise, all while partnering with attractive and attentive characters of both sexes. And finally, for me, the writing in Chapter 14 was perfection.INDIATHE VIRON CONSPIRACY (Jake Scarne Thriller): If you enjoy conspiracy theories, this is the book for you. Well written plot and characters, fast paced, detailed mystery.