Slivers of Memory by AJ Dasher & Kris Ruhler: He dreams of blood and fire. And he may just be the cause. Worker by day, volunteer at night. This is fifteen-year-old Arctic’s life. Except he’s far from ordinary, and the print shop he works at is just a cover, a safe base for Metas—people with supernatural abilities. But when Metas start disappearing one by one, his trail of clues leads him into a web of danger. And that’s just the beginning.
Love in the Time of the Improvised Explosive Device (The New Espionage Collection Book 2) by JR Pomerantz: Jim has suffered a devastating loss and quietly quit his job at the FDA months ago…while still collecting the paycheck. Instead of firing him, his bosses promote him to a new international branch, located—for reasons he doesn’t yet understand—in Afghanistan. A twisty and engaging political thriller with an unlikely operative at its center.
Kindness of Strangers (Skip Langdon Mystery Book 6) by Julie Smith: The SIXTH book in the Edgar Award-winning Skip Langdon mystery series by Julie Smith lauded as a breathless thriller by Los Angeles Times. A MADMAN, A COP OBSESSED, AND A WILDLY INAPPROPRIATE LOVE AFFAIR… Enter Detective Skip Langdon, who met the Rev. Errol Jacomine on a case, and finds him pretty much the personification of evil.
Lena’s Secret War by Fred G. Baker: Lena Kristoff is tricked into working as a spy for the American CIA in Leningrad. She must steal a secret Russian computer code that will change the course of the Cold War. A magnificent story of love, loss, and courage, Lena’s Secret War portrays how one brave individual can profoundly alter the trajectory of her gray, spirt-crushing world.
Gator Bite (A Troy Bodean Tropical Thriller Book 7) by David F. Berens: There’s a hungry mama gator on a killing rampage in Islamorada and Troy Bodean is in her path. But everyone wants to pin it all on Troy. If the authorities catch him, he’ll go to jail. If the Caparelli Mob catches him, he’ll be at the bottom of the gulf in a pair of concrete shoes. But none of them will get him if the gator gets him first.
A Smidgeon of Ghosts (Madeline Donovan Mysteries Book 6) by Madison Kent: As a child living in Chicago, sleuth Madeline Donovan was warned not to go near the old haunted house in Lincoln Park, especially on Halloween. But today, a letter arrived, not only requesting her presence there on October 31st, but challenging her to prevent a predicted murder. How could she refuse?
Freak Show (The Nightshade Cases Book 1) by Patti Larsen: When an exotic dancer is murdered, it’s pretty clear her death is no ordinary homicide. Detective Gerri Meyers recruits help from her friends, ME Dr. Ray Hunter and anthropologist Dr. Kinsey DanAllart to uncover the truth behind the woman’s sad ending. But the three friends are diving into a deeper mystery–one that uncovers a paranormal world none of them are prepared for!
Joey Mancuso Crime Mysteries (Books 1-7) by Owen Parr: Award winning boxset of 7 amazing page-turning crime mystery novels. Former NYPD Detective Joey Mancuso and Father Dominic O’Brian! Known as The Last Advocates of the Victim, these two brothers are a force to be reckoned with when it comes to solving the toughest cases in New York City. Join the rest of the Mancuso eclectic team and enjoy.
The Last Night by Harvey Church: An ambulance came and took Ethan’s wife away, except it never took her to a hospital. In fact, EMS claims no ambulance was ever dispatched to his home. Seven years later, Ethan comes across a horrific car accident. The sole victim was a well-known, local businessman. Except Ethan knew him as a medic from the last night he ever saw his missing wife.
Kiki Lowenstein Cozy Mystery (Books 4-6) by Joanna Campbell Slan: Introducing a lovable female sleuth, Kiki Lowenstein! Book 4 – Photo, Snap, Shot: A racist past comes back to haunt St. Louis and only a mother’s love can defy it! Book 5 – Make, Take, Murder: Kiki finds a severed leg in a dumpster! Book 6 – Picture, Perfect, Corpse: Detweiler’s wife is found dead, shot with bullets from his gun!
Wish Upon A Witch (This Good Witch Mystery Series Book 1) by Lucy May: Juliette is a good witch. Really. Her name is literally Juliette Good. Apologies for the redundancy. Good witch or not, she often ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time. Returning home to Charm Cove after the holidays, she makes a nostalgic wish in the town’s fountain and becomes a suspect in an unusual mystery.
Transhuman (Qunlan Book 5) by Kevin Quilligan: Quinlan’s kukri is an ancient alien remnant hurled through a rip in time’s fabric by its global extinction event arrival half a billion years ago. Earth’s first transhuman, bio-technically enhanced through the wonders of graphene, has found and means to fuse its DNA with its own to create a new species, one to challenge the Gods themselves for supremacy.
The Director by Renee Rose: The lovely attorney kept a secret from me – a baby she’s been carrying since Valentine’s night. The night we were thrown together by the roulette wheel. She never contacted me, meant to keep me in the dark. She’s about to find out what happens when you cross a bratva boss.
Enthralling Declan: The Cowboy and the Princess (Wyoming Blues Book 2) by Nalini Warriar: The princess is in town and his fantasies come roaring back. The feud between their families goes back generations, but the incendiary attraction between them doesn’t care about traditions. He has to stay away from the sexy princess. Set in fabulous Wyoming and spectacular Rajasthan, he has to choose. Does he want the land more than he wants her?
Roses in Red Wax (The Darnalay Castle Series Book 1) by Louise Mayberry: 1820 Glasgow. A Highland beauty numbed by loss is pursued by the hedonistic son of a wealthy industrialist. Against her better judgement, she begins to fall for his charms — but when his father’s factories become the first spark in a violent radical insurgency, everything changes. Can love take root as the world catches fire?
Protection (Fancy Free Book 1) by Shelley Munro: Read the story of an unexpected inheritance, a sexy mentor, and the sabotage that stands in the way of success. It’s not every day a girl inherits a condom company, and to say Accountant Alice is out of her depth is putting it mildly. For an almost virgin, she needs a quick education in all things condom because her inheritance is in danger…
Second Chances and Then Some by G.T. London: Dasia is haunted by her past mistakes. She hides in London – just another face in the crowd. She takes temp jobs to remain hidden, but this job is different. Betrayals, sinister threats, and a crazy hot, but mysterious boss. Can she guard her heart? “Calling it ‘unputdownable’ doesn’t do it justice! This debut author is an absolute must-read.”
Corviticus University: Sea Cursed by J.E. Cluney: When a primal, instinctual siren with a hunger finds herself being forced to assimilate, she discovers her kind are being hunted. Three men step in to help her, and her instincts push her to take what she wants. Can she fight her desire and work with them to save her people? This is a steamy PNR Academy RH, book 1 of a trilogy.
Echo Canyon Brides Box Set (Books 1-3) by Linda Bridey: A rugged sheriff, an opinionated veterinarian, and a dusky Native American. Can passion blaze a trail to the untamed West? If you like heartwarming scenes, courageous characters, and historical dramas, then you’ll adore this adventurous Western romance box set.
My Fakish Fiancé: One Night Stand Friends to Lovers Romance by GiGi Reine: In the glittering realm of Hollywood, a fake engagement to my childhood heartthrob becomes genuine. Yet, concealed truths and relentless paparazzi imperil our bond. Can I reveal my affection and drop a life-altering bombshell before he flees to the Hollywood Hills? Will our friendship endure with all of the secret revelations?
Sbitten by Joyce Perdon: When I finally escaped my past from Asia, our worlds conspired for us to meet in Australia. Andre comes to the Airbnb as my guest but turns my days from typical to beautiful mysteries. I’m too drawn to him to say no but a part of me is scared of something I couldn’t explain. How could I possibly resist a sexy, alluring Frenchman? I’m Clara, a Sbitten.
Hopefully Matched (An Alaska Matchmakers Romance Book 3) by Cathryn Brown: Aimee is working hard at her new business in a small town in Alaska. Jack’s chasing his dreams, and they don’t include staying in one place. Neither is interested in romance, but a matchmaker thinks they would be perfect together. Could the matchmaker be right?
Protecting Piper (Wilde Ways Book 1) by Cynthia Eden: Free first in a series and a USA Today best-seller! Eric Wilde has always known that Piper isn’t for him. She is his younger brother’s best friend. But that hasn’t stopped Eric from wanting her, from longing for the one woman that he can’t have. And when a stalker threatens Piper? Eric immediately steps in to protect her.
Wolves and Daggers (The Red Cape Society Book 1) by Melanie Karsak: From New York Times bestselling author Melanie Karsak, an action-packed Red Riding Hood adventure. On the streets of gaslamp London, Agent Clemeny Louvel is the most feared werewolf hunter. But when she’s partnered with a grumpy werewolf with a knightly past, will she be able to protect her heart? Start the complete series for FREE!
Dystopian Art Series: Cyborg Vehicles by Jeff Zim: The Dystopian Art Series explores a distant future and what or whom may inhabit it. This first book looks at the ways in which future cyborgs may travel and how their vehicles are designed. So, sit back, relax and enjoy stimulating your imagination as you turn each page.
Into Dust (The Thunderbird Chronicles Book 1) by Amy Quick Parrish: Get ready for an electrifying rollercoaster with Into Dust, as Janey Santiago’s life transforms into a high-stakes adventure. When her undercover vigilante father is ruthlessly gunned down, Janey’s world shatters into a thousand pieces. Determined to avenge her father’s death, Janey learns to wield her new-found powers and embarks a on heart-racing journey that will leave you yearning for more.
Ariel’s Tear (Tales of Rehavan Book 1) by Justin Rose: A high fantasy tale of adventure and duty, Ariel’s Tear follows Reheuel, an aging guard captain pulled back from the brink of retirement by a threat returned from his youth. Striving to safeguard his town, his family, and a vulnerable city of fairies, Reheuel finds himself stretched thin, struggling to return to the violence he has always hated.
Temporal Gambit (Temporal Gambit Book 1) by Larry A. Brown: When an alien race starts playing with our history, Martin Chamberlain’s world becomes unrecognizable. As Earth’s first-time traveler, he must return to the past to save the future. To the aliens, it’s just a game, but to Martin and the rest of humanity, everything is at stake. First in a two-book series.
Cemetery View by A.M. Caplan: Abandoned by her mother ten years earlier, Stella Ingman returns to her childhood home to help her father clean up after a flood. But she’s horrified when repairs to the backyard swimming pool reveal her missing parent’s hidden corpse. Plunged into the depths of guilt and refusing to see her father as the number one suspect, Stella focuses on solving the gruesome crime.
Dead End (Kaitlyn Willis Road Signs Mysteries Book 1) by Leslie J Hall: Kaitlyn’s job in Code Enforcement involves writing tickets for tall weeds and RVs parked on the suburban lawns. But when she finds a dead body in the yard of a perfect-on-the-outside house, her safe and stable world is turned upside down. If she’s not careful, code enforcement might get her killed. Book one in a fun, PG-rated, amateur sleuth series.
Deadly Sanctuary (Kendall O’Dell Mystery Book 1) by Sylvia Nobel: Holy cow! Headstrong investigative reporter Kendall O’Dell’s first assignment in isolated Castle Valley leads her to a horrifying secret hidden in the Arizona desert. Based on true stories.
Catch a Falling Knife by Vincent deFilippo: In this gripping tale of revenge and redemption, Valentina Vittorio takes on the treacherous world of high finance to expose the heartless individual who destroyed her family. Determined to bring justice to her father’s memory, Valentina infiltrates the prestigious JM Wen Int’l, a powerhouse hiding a sinister empire of crime and corruption.
Waterfell Tweed Cozy Mystery Box Set (Books 1-3) by Mona Marple: Uncover the secrets of Waterfell Tweed! Join Sandy in solving chilling mysteries. Get cozy with our box set – 3 captivating novellas for peaceful nights. Click to dive into the intrigue!
The Ravioli Rub Out (A Romano’s Family Restaurant Cozy Mystery Book 2) by Rosie A. Point: The special ingredient in the ravioli special at Romano’s Family Restaurant is…murder. When Gina arrives for an interview and finds the corpse of the reporter instead, she’s sure she knows who committed the crime. All she has to do is prove it–before she becomes the next victim. Enjoy a cozy mystery escape from a USA Today bestselling author!
Angel Flights by Baer Charlton: As Los Angeles comes of age in the 1960s, two undercover cops struggle to maintain their balance in the growing drug trade. They break boundaries and cross borders in an effort to do good—while doing bad. The irreverent, unconventional approach gets results—and then they must be Angels.
Implied Consent by Keenan Powell: A Hollywood sex scandal. A lawyer fighting for justice. Why are witnesses dying? “A powerful story. Complex, timely thriller. A brilliant, emotional read.” -Goodreads Reviewer. “If I had more stars to give, I would.” – Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars. “Twists, surprises, betrayals, insights, surprise allies.” – Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars.
Coastal Conspiracy (Coastal Adventure Series Book 1) by Don Rich: Murph and Lindsay want to buy a rundown marina on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, but so does a shadowy bomber. He’ll kill anyone who stands in his way and anyone who gets near them. If the couple is going to get out of this alive, they’ll need the help of the marina’s wild bunch of fishermen and liveaboards. But the clock is ticking…
The New Hire (The Pleasure Associate Book 1) by Ellis O. Day: Desiree is about to become a wh*re. She’s going to use her beauty and brains to make enough money to retire. All she has to do is get a job at La Petite Mort Club as a Pleasure Associate. She likes sex and the men will be rich, and STD-free. But they’ll want kinky sex. Will she be able to consent to whips, threesomes and more?
Tempt Me (The Wolf Hotel Book 1) by K.A. Tucker: He’s the heir to a luxury hotel chain with everything at stake. She’s an executive assistant in way over her head. With a forbidden romance in the workplace, can her heart survive?
Ember (The Siren Trilogy Book 1) by Marata Eros: They don’t sparkle + ultra-gritty dark erotic thriller. NYT bestseller Marata Eros writes vampires who seek women of Druid blood – an ancient witch sect. Elite soldiers tasked with finding them face vicious rivalry from supernaturals, who would take the few who remain. Battles ensue when males won’t share their females, protecting them at any cost.
Snow Moon (Blue Moon Series Book 3) by Abby Rice: When the legendary Snow Moon whisks feisty Rachel Moretti back to 1887, she lands (literally!) in the lap of grumpy timber baron Lucas Russell. Reluctantly, they agree to temporarily share his cabin until they can solve the time-travel riddle. But when feelings unexpectedly start to bloom, can Rachel and Lucas find a way to embrace a future together – despite the centuries between their worlds?
Wolf’s Battle (Conall Clyde/Wolf River Book 1) by Kalani Madden: The blacksmith’s braw, red-haired apprentice could have any woman he wanted, but the only thing he’s interested in is work. Conall Clyde – whose name means Wolf River in Scottish – has been a bonded blacksmith’s apprentice since he was a youth. But all work and no play catch up with Conall eventually, and the young woman doing the catching is the blacksmith’s bonnie daughter, Jenny MacLeod.
Autumn in Sycamore Park (The Warm Days of Autumn Book 1) by CP Ward: Young teacher Jennifer Stevens moves to the quiet Devon town of Brentwell in the hope of finding a new start. With her new job at the local school harder than expected, she retreats to the tranquil Sycamore Park for comfort. There, amidst the falling autumn leaves, she will find new friends, and maybe even new love.
Mixed Up with a Marine by Kait Nolan: Can a Marine turned baker and a jaded contractor find their way to a second chance? As troubled exes Brax and Mia are forced into proximity on a renovation, truths come to light, and they get a second chance. But when past secrets become present danger, Brax puts everything on the line to protect the woman who’s always held his heart.
Veiled in Brick (The Veiled Series Book 2) by Eliza Modiste: Witty and profane; dark and twisty. This sequel follows Zoey Sheffield as she is reluctantly torn between two men. When an unknown man begins stalking her, the wall she’s put up regarding romance is primed to be smashed to bits.
Sweet Obsession (Sugarloaf Lovers) by Suzanne Jenkins: Too busy to even think of romance, Annette has only one goal, and that is to make sure the success of Sugarloaf Mountain Ski Resort continues after her father’s death. But that all disappears when Christopher Santos is hired on as Trail Crew Boss.
Tinderbox (Flashpoint Book 1) by Rachel Grant: Dr. Morgan Adler has made the paleoanthropological find of a lifetime, which puts her in the crosshairs of a warlord eager to claim both Morgan and the fossils. Green Beret Pax Blanchard is assigned to protect the scientist in the scorching desert heat, but can he keep his hands off her when the sun goes down?
Surprise Baby For My Fake Fiancé by Bella Chandler: When forced to go on a last-minute business trip with my new Boss, the nightmare quickly turns into a dream for the awakening of my “Single mom” libido. One hotel room and a really big bed turn our world upside down. Now the question remains if the city’s most eligible bachelor is ready to be not only a new dad but also a stepdad.
Pregnant for Grumpy Billionaire Daddy-Dom (Forced & Steamy Romance, Reverse Harem, Spanking Virgin Book 2) by Dolliana Jeffries: It was supposed to be a business trip to Paris. Me and my Silverfox boss. I didn’t expect to cross a forbidden line. I didn’t expect to have the most mind-blowing bedtime fun in my life. And definitely not with my grumpy, billionaire boss. Especially after finding out he’s a dom. A rough one. Now I’m staring at these two pink lines. Knocked up.
The Omega Shift (The New World Shifters Book 1) by Tamsin Baker: After a virus wiped out humans, the paranormals are at war. Caden is an Omega wolf, struggling to stay alive among the ranks of the vicious pack he belongs to. Alpha, Max, mounts an attack against a rival pack, only to realize his fated mate, Caden, is among their ranks. Can Max convince the broken Caden that love and destiny still exist?
Don’t Speak (A Modern Fairytale) by Katy Regnery: Laire, who wants so much more from life than her little island can offer, is swept away by wealthy, sophisticated Erik, who is entranced by her naiveté and charm. They spend a whirlwind summer together that ends on the knife-point of heartbreak and forces them to go their separate ways. Will a second chance years later mend two broken hearts?
Lucky Me (His Dark Charms Duet Book 1) by Genevieve Jack: When I’m captured by a government agency, only one person can save me—Seven. The sexy billionaire leprechaun runs his corner of Dragonfly Hollow with the insufferable arrogance you’d expect from someone born lucky. But when trouble follows me home to the fae realm I left behind, I’ll need him and all the luck I can get to survive.
Premonition (The Fortress Book 1) by Lisa M. James: A Chieftess. A slave. A secret ability. Isaac knew little of the leaders who reigned in the epicenter of his home, the Fortress. That is until the day he was taken captive. Abandoned by his people, Isaac tries to learn to survive in the Fortress with his new master, Kiatra, while hiding his ability to see into the future.
A.L.I.V.E. (The A.L.I.V.E. Series Book 1) by R.D. Brady: For three years, Dr. Maeve Leander has been in charge of Alvie, the first subject from the A.L.I.V.E. Project. When a new agency takes over, she learns that Alvie wasn’t the only subject created. Caught in the middle of a giant war game, Maeve ends up in a race for her life where it’s clear the real goal is to make sure no one gets out alive.
Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) by CB Samet: Ragnarok happened. Survivors converged on earth millennia ago, breeding and blending with humans. Now, a secret battle of bloodlines is being waged in the shadows of the real world. **This electrifying urban fantasy weaves together the ancient tapestry of Norse mythology, heart-pounding action, spine-chilling suspense, and simmering romance.**
Corporate Torsos Need Not Apply (The New Espionage Collection Book 3) by JR Pomerantz: Alice is trapped in a cubicle, reading surveys to haters for a living just to keep her disaster of a life afloat. But something’s going wrong at Market, Research, Incorporated…besides the extra comma in the name. Alice’s coworkers are losing their minds and their body parts. Can she uncover the truth before it’s too late?
The Hidden Princess (The Magics of Rei-Een Book 1) by Georgina Makalani: Lis has spent her life hidden away from the magic hunters of the Empire. Summoned for the Choosing of the Hidden Princess, she soon discovers not all magics are the same. Some seek revenge for a war that ended a lifetime ago, amidst whispers and visions of a different future for Rei-Een.
Panacea (The Ruined Gods Book 1) by Alex Robins: An epic tale of Gods & Monsters, inspired by Ancient Greek History and Mythology. Panacea follows Dexios, a general haunted by the countless lives he has taken. He dreams of a quieter life, but any hope of peace is shattered when a vicious foe launches a surprise attack on his homeland … and he is called upon to defend it once last time.
The Guardian of the Palace (The Guardian League Book 1) by Steven Morris: In a world scorning magic and alien threats, a skyscraper mysteriously implodes. Security guard Red Hernandez stands between chaos and order. Monsters lurk in the shadows, forcing her to re-evaluate everything she believed to be true… and all that she imagined. Can one woman save the world, or will disbelief be her undoing?
Canterberry Tales (The Happy Valley Chronicles Book 1) by CP Hoff: Remember when you were a child? Misunderstood by teachers, scowled at by neighbors, and forced to hang out with fictional characters. If this was you, you’ll love Celia Canterberry. She struggles with all these things and more. If you like delightfully quirky characters, Sixties nostalgia, and sharp, modern sensibility, then Canterberry Tales is the book for you!
Oh dear, Maria! by Abigail Ted: She’s awfully spoilt and horrendously forgiving. Follow melodramatic Maria as she navigates her hilariously miserable life in a 1960s’ Regency fever dream. With 19th-century-style prose, ‘Oh dear, Maria!’ is funny, bizarre and moving! “A story of flawed characters, uncommon female fury, and uncomfortable emotions.”
Gullible’s Journey: The Clock Has Started by P. C. Shumway: Gullible’s Journey is about the misadventures of a ten-year-old boy named Patrick Gullible in the spring of 1969. He meets a reincarnated Zen Master who assigns him the koan: “What is the most valuable thing in the world?” Patrick’s solution to the Zen problem is priceless. He spies a man, carrying a bazooka, steal into an abandoned house. Is that a grave he was digging in the backyard?
The Hypothalamus Handbook by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP: Tired of spending your days in a constant state of fatigue, brain fog, and overwhelm? Sick of listing your symptoms to docs who don’t understand? Feeling ‘done’ with chronic health problems and hormone dysfunction? It’s time to address the root cause of this. It’s time to heal your hypothalamus… and, learn what and why the hypothalamus matters!
The 9th Stratum: Your Guide to High Performance by Aaron Salko: In The 9th Stratum, Aaron Salko provides the backed-by-science knowledge of how high performers operate, as well as tactical applications that you can begin to use immediately in both your career and life. What is written on these pages will not only help you become a high performer, it will also positively influence the way you think and act.
The 12-Week Anxiety Relief Workbook by Roma Sharma: Calm your anxiety through 12 weeks of workbook exercises, journaling, and self-reflection. This book will equip you with powerful coping mechanisms that will help you stay calm, confident, and centered as you navigate life. BUY this book and embark on your journey to becoming your calmest self today!
Poetry for the Blind by Atmos: Through poetry, this book offers readers a way to explore the human condition through the eyes of the author and reflect on issues affecting the collective consciousness residing in human lives on a mass scale. Poetry for the Blind progresses towards a sense of possibility and hope for a positive future—a future that we can still have.
Unvanquished: How Confederate Women Survived the Civil War by Pippa Pralen: Eyewitness accounts of Confederate women during the American Civil War. They hid heirlooms and food in wells and swamps as Yankee soldiers plundered. Alone with husbands at war, they struggled to feed hungry children. Forgotten Civil War recipes: oatmeal pie, idiot’s delight cake, etc. Bravery in the face of humiliation, sorrow, and terror.
Lady Apprentice (Serving Magic: A Swords & Sorcery Romantic Fantasy Book 1) by Toni Cabell: Pride and Prejudice meets Lord of the Rings in this award-winning book! Linden is the worst mage apprentice in her school—maybe in the whole country. Yet all the prophecies say she’s the girl with the answers. But if Linden can’t master a basic shape-shifting spell without starting a fire, how can she take on the darkest sorcerer in generations?
Stolen (Stolen Book 1) by Marlena Frank: When sixteen-year-old Shaleigh Mallet is kidnapped by a creature who carries her atop a flying bicycle into another world, she realizes this isn’t the escape she wants. With the help of a trespassing faerie, a stoatling, and a living statue, Shaleigh hopes to finally make her way home. She doesn’t realize she’s playing into the hands of an enemy.
Gullible’s Journey: The Clock Has Started by P. C. Shumway: Gullible’s Journey is about the misadventures of a ten-year-old boy named Patrick Gullible in the spring of 1969. He meets a reincarnated Zen Master who assigns him the koan: “What is the most valuable thing in the world?” Patrick’s solution to the Zen problem is priceless. He spies a man, carrying a bazooka, steal into an abandoned house. Is that a grave he was digging in the backyard?
