Neely Tucker Knihy

Zutiefst bewegend, fesselnd und unvergesslich! Das Baby wiegt kaum mehr als zwei Kilo. Es hat eine schwere Lungenentzündung und ist nach Aussage des Arztes dem Tode geweiht. Als der amerikanische Journalist Neely Tucker und seine Frau dem kleinen Mädchen im Waisenhaus von Simbabwes krisengeschüttelter Hauptstadt Harare zum ersten Mal begegnen, ist dies ein Wendepunkt im Leben des Ehepaares. Ihre Entscheidung ist so einfach wie schicksalhaft: Die kleine Chipo wird ihr Kind werden … Chipos Geschichte beweist, welche Wunder die Liebe bewirken kann!

When Billy Ellison, the son of Washington, DC's most influential African- American family, is found dead in the Potomac near a violent drug haven, veteran metro reporter Sully Carter knows it's time to start asking some serious questions-no matter what the consequences.

In this gripping thriller, readers are drawn into a complex narrative filled with suspense and unexpected twists. The story revolves around intense character development and intricate plotlines that keep the audience guessing. With a focus on psychological tension and moral dilemmas, it explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the darker aspects of human nature. The skillful writing and well-crafted dialogue enhance the overall experience, making it a standout choice for fans of the genre.

Set against the backdrop of 1997 Zimbabwe, the narrative follows foreign correspondent Neely Tucker and his wife, Vita, as they confront the harsh realities of AIDS and economic collapse affecting local children. Their journey leads them to an orphanage where they care for Chipo, a critically ill infant abandoned at birth. Choosing to adopt her challenges societal norms regarding foreign adoption. Amidst turmoil and uncertainty, Chipo's story unfolds as a powerful testament to love and resilience, showcasing the profound impact of determination in the face of adversity.

âe~The Ways of the Dead is a great read. If this is Tuckerâe(tm)s first novel, I can't wait for what's coming next.âe(tm) Michael Connelly TRUE DETECTIVE meets HOUSE OF CARDS in the electrifying first novel of a new crime series from a veteran Washington, D.C., reporter The body of the teenage daughter of a powerful Federal judge is discovered in a dumpster in a bad neighbourhood of Washington, DC. It is murder, and the local police immediately arrest the three nearest black kids, bad boys from a notorious gang. Sully Carter, a veteran war correspondent with emotional scars far worse than the ones on his body, suspects that there's more to the case than the police would have the public know. With the nation clamouring for a conviction, and the bereaved judge due for a court nomination, Sully pursues his own line of enquiry, in spite of some very dangerous people telling him to shut it down.