Challenge the Widow-Maker
Challenge the Widow-Maker

Author: Clark Howard

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2020-06-23

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1504062078

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A collection of short fiction, including an Edgar Award–nominated story, about hard-luck characters and the human instinct to survive. A survivor of Little Bighorn faces down the resulting trauma in the decades following the bloody battle. An old man who has lost his late wife’s cat joins forces with an unlikely partner to rescue abused animals. An ex–racecar driver contends with criminals in the midst of the famous Dakar Rally. Challenge the Widow-Maker is a collection of short stories about ordinary people facing extraordinary problems—and fighting back even when life has beaten them down. The title story took second place at Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine’s annual Readers Awards (another story by author Clark Howard won the top spot that year), and was nominated for an Edgar Award. Featuring characters who experience “one more chance at the brass ring: the gift of surviving another day,” this absorbing collection comes from an author whose work has appeared in The Best American Mystery Stories and other anthologies, and earned numerous honors from crime fiction critics and fans (Kirkus Reviews).

The Widowmaker
The Widowmaker

Author: Hannah Morrissey

Publisher: Minotaur Books

Published: 2022-12-06

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 1250795982

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A wealthy family shrouded in scandal; a detective tasked with solving an impossible cold case; and a woman with a dark past collide in Hannah Morrissey's stunning new Black Harbor mystery, The Widowmaker. Ever since business mogul Clive Reynolds disappeared twenty years ago, the name "Reynolds" has become synonymous with "murder" and "mystery." And now, lured by a cryptic note, down-on-her-luck photographer Morgan Mori returns home to Black Harbor and into the web of their family secrets and double lives. The same night she photographs the Reynolds holiday get-together, Morgan becomes witness to a homicide of a cop that triggers the discovery of a long-buried clue. This could finally be the thing to crack open the chilling cold case, and Investigator Ryan Hudson has a chance to prove himself as lead detective. If only he could stop letting his need to solve his partner's recent murder distract him. But as Morgan exposes her own dark demons, could her sordid history be the key to unlocking more than one mystery?

The WidowMaker Program
The WidowMaker Program

Author: Sammy Franco

Publisher: Contemporary Fighting Arts, LLC

Published: 2014-07-26

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13:

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THE WIDOW MAKER PROGRAM - BAD GUYS BEWARE! The Widow Maker Program: Extreme Self-Defense for Deadly Force Situations is a shocking and revolutionary fighting style designed to unleash extreme force when faced with the immediate threat of an unlawful deadly criminal attack. In this one-of-a-kind book, self-defense innovator Sammy Franco teaches you his brutal and unorthodox combat style that is virtually indefensible and utterly devastating. However, the true power of the Widow Maker Program comes from its ability to psychologically terrorize a street predator while simultaneously ripping him to pieces. LEARN HOW TO: Protect yourself and loved ones from vicious street criminals Safely close the distance gap between you and your opponent Evoke psychological terror in your adversary Shift from prey to predator during an assault Master quarter beat striking techniques Unleash powerful webbing techniques Quickly disorient and demolish your opponent Shutdown the opponent’s cognitive brain Master offensive and defensive anchoring skills Perfect the wicked art of "razing" Select the best targets to attack to maximize damage during a fight Condition your limbs to maximize your Widow Maker skills Design your own Widow Maker workout routine And much, much more RATED "H" FOR HARDCORE SELF-DEFENSE With over 250 photographs and detailed step-by-step instructions, The Widow Maker Program teaches you Franco’s surreptitious Webbing and Razing techniques. When combined, these two fighting methods create an unstoppable force capable of destroying the toughest adversary at will. The Widow Maker Program is a must-have for anyone interested in real world self-defense and who wants the ability to dispense extreme punishment when faced with a deadly force self-defense situation.

The Widowmaker
The Widowmaker

Author: Mike Resnick

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2022-09-13

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 150407727X

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First in the series following the exploits of the most dangerous man in the galaxy—and his clone—from the Hugo and Nebula Award-winning author. On Deluros VIII, the capital of mankind’s sprawling Oligarchy, the most famous killer in the galaxy has rested in DeepSleep for over one hundred years, hoping for a cure for the disease that plagues him. But now it’s time to wake him up. The governor of Solio II has been assassinated—and the hunt for his murderer is on. Who better for the job than bounty hunter Jefferson Nighthawk, a.k.a. the Widowmaker? No cure has yet been discovered, but Nighthawk can still be of use to the government—as a clone. After being force-fed the equivalent of decades of living in little more than a month, this version of Nighthawk is set loose on the galaxy,aimed straight at his target. His handlers are counting on Nighthawk’s bloodthirsty nature to guide him—and his inexperience to keep him from seeing the trap he faces. But unlike the original Nighthawk, who chose to kill, this one has a conscience. One that will cause the government’s brilliant plan to backfire when his deadly instincts are unleashed on those who truly deserve his rage . . . Praise for Mike Resnick “Resnick is thought-provoking, imaginative . . . and above all galactically grand.” —Los Angeles Times “Nobody spins a yarn better than Mike Resnick.” —Orson Scott Card, New York Times–bestselling author of Ender’s Game

The Widowmaker Unleashed
The Widowmaker Unleashed

Author: Mike Resnick

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2022-09-13

Total Pages: 230

ISBN-13: 1504077296

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A bounty hunter has a legacy that he—and his clones—can’t escape in this explosive science fiction adventure from the Hugo and Nebula Award–winning author. After more than a century in deep freeze, Jefferson Nighthawk is waking up from his sleep, finally cured of the disease that almost killed him. Now sixty-two years old, he’s ready for a new kind of life, one of peace and quiet. The former bounty hunter has made enough widows, not to mention clones, one of whom still roams the galaxy . . . With his loyal trainer, Ito Kinoshita, by his side, Nighthawk looks for a place to settle down, to grow some flowers, and maybe even find a wife. What he isn’t expecting is to be hounded to the ends of the universe by the enemies his two clones have made and by bloodthirsty men out to make a reputation for themselves. Nighthawk and Kinoshita try to stay one step ahead of his pursuers, but when that doesn’t work, Nighthawk’s instincts take over—and the killing begins. There’s only one way to escape being the Widowmaker—and Nighthawk is just about desperate enough to try it . . . Praise for Mike Resnick “Resnick is thought-provoking, imaginative . . . and above all galactically grand.” —Los Angeles Times “Nobody spins a yarn better than Mike Resnick. Best of all, when the story’s over, you find that he’s left something in your memory for you to draw on again and again: a clearer understanding of how nobility emerges from the struggles of life.” —Orson Scott Card, New York Times–bestselling author of Ender’s Game

The Widowmaker Series Volume One
The Widowmaker Series Volume One

Author: Mike Resnick

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2022-09-13

Total Pages: 467

ISBN-13: 1504077393

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In one volume: the first two books featuring bounty hunter extraordinaire Jefferson Nighthawk, from the multiple Hugo Award-winning author. When one man known for his killing skills is cloned, the galaxy’s bad guys are put on high alert, in this series from the author praised as “thought-provoking, imaginative . . . and above all galactically grand” by the Los Angeles Times. The Widowmaker The governor of Solio II has been assassinated—and the hunt for his killer is on. No one is better for the job than bounty hunter Jefferson Nighthawk, a.k.a. the Widowmaker. It doesn’t even matter that he’s been cryogenically frozen for more than a century. His clone can handle the mission—or can he? The Widowmaker Reborn This isn’t the first time Nighthawk has been duplicated, but lessons have been learned. Cloned at the peak of his physical and mental prowess, this version must rescue the kidnapped daughter of a powerful politician and kill her revolutionary captor. But first there is some unfinished business to take care of . . . Praise for Mike Resnick “Nobody spins a yarn better than Mike Resnick. Best of all, when the story’s over, you find that he’s left something in your memory for you to draw on again and again: a clearer understanding of how nobility emerges from the struggles of life.” —Orson Scott Card, New York Times–bestselling author of Ender’s Game

A Woman's Guide to Living with Heart Disease
A Woman's Guide to Living with Heart Disease

Author: Carolyn Thomas

Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press

Published: 2017-11-28

Total Pages: 231

ISBN-13: 1421424207

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The daily challenges of living—and coping—with a chronic and progressive invisible illness. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women worldwide. Yet most people are still unaware that heart disease is not just a man's problem. Carolyn Thomas, a heart attack survivor herself, is on a mission to educate women about their heart health. Based on her popular Heart Sisters blog, which has attracted more than 10 million views from readers in 190 countries, A Woman's Guide to Living with Heart Disease combines personal experience and medical knowledge to help women learn how to understand and manage a catastrophic diagnosis. In A Woman's Guide to Living with Heart Disease, Thomas explains • how to recognize the early signs of a heart attack • why women often delay seeking treatment—and how to overcome that impulse • the link between pregnancy complications and future heart disease • why so many women with heart disease are misdiagnosed—and how to help yourself get an accurate diagnosis • the importance of cardiac rehabilitation in lowering mortality risk • what to expect during your recovery from a heart attack • how the surreal process of coping with heart disease may affect your daily life • methods for treating heart disease–related depression without drugs Equal parts memoir about a misdiagnosed heart attack, guide to the predictable stages of heart disease—from grief to resilience—and patient-friendly translation of important science-based findings on women's unique heart issues, this book is an essential read. Whether you're a freshly diagnosed patient, a woman who's been living with heart disease for years, or a practitioner who cares about women's health, A Woman's Guide to Living with Heart Disease will help you feel less alone and advocate for better health care.

The Widow Maker
The Widow Maker

Author: Risel Buhler

Publisher: FriesenPress

Published: 2017-01-23

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 152550049X

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Austin and Jan had a very busy life. Between running a ranch and raising three young children, there wasn't much time for anything else. The one time that they did go to a rodeo, they met A.J.. He had been stay with friends of theirs, and wanting a job on a ranch, but still do some bull riding. It was very different for A.J.. It didn't take long for him to become one of the family, and children loved spending time with him. It was the opposite of how he grew up. When A.J. overheard Austin's comment, he left without an explanation. While he was gone, Austin and Jan finally got some good news, about the son they had been looking for, but the bad news was, what A.J. was about to do. A.J. had gone south, into the USA, and there he worked on a ranch and also signed up to ride the rankest bulls on the rodeo circuit. His biggest prize would be when he rode "The Widow Maker." A.J. had saved his money and after riding the final bull, he planned to propose to the girl he loved, but thing didn't go as he hoped.

The Widowmaker Series Volume Two
The Widowmaker Series Volume Two

Author: Mike Resnick

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2022-09-13

Total Pages: 446

ISBN-13: 1504077407

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Retirement is a dangerous game for a cloned bounty hunter, in the third and fourth books in the series featuring Jefferson Nighthawk. There’s no rest for the lethal—no matter what version—in the science fiction adventure series that proves “nobody spins a yarn better than Mike Resnick” (Orson Scott Card, New York Times–bestselling author of Ender’s Game). The Widowmaker Unleashed After more than a century in deep freeze, Jefferson Nighthawk is waking up from his sleep, finally cured of the disease that almost killed him. The sixty-two-year-old wants to settle down—easier said than done when the enemies of his clones still have scores to settle . . . A Gathering of Widowmakers He may be retired from bounty hunting, but Nighthawk is still one of the three most dangerous men alive. The other two? His clones. But when the youngest one makes a nearly fatal mistake, he’ll have to learn to match wits with both of the killers who came before him. Praise for Mike Resnick “Resnick is thought-provoking, imaginative . . . and above all galactically grand.” —Los Angeles Times

The Widowmaker
The Widowmaker

Author: Michael Manstar

Publisher: Gene Cartwright

Published: 2008-09-08

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 0964975637

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John Roméo has an eye for beauty and a nose for murder John Roméo is a jet-setting, multimillionaire author/screenwriter, film producer and former LAPD homicide wiz is being begged to return to solve just one more big crime. If he does, his former partner, and longtime friend, Gerald Li won't stop until the job is done. A baffled LAPD struggles to solve the brutal murders of super-rich, super-famous married men, including one of the world's top golfers, a high-tech company founder, and a renowned mega-evangelist. They, and their lovers, are caught in 'the act', and murdered by blasts from a .44 magnum. The revenge of angry wives? Perhaps. Solution: Call John Roméo, a self-assured, 41 year-old, ex-LAPD homicide whiz, turned multi-millionaire author/screenwriter/criminology professor. Roméo has 'an eye for beauty and a nose for murder.' But the hunter becomes the hunted. Roméo may not survive this time, but he will not go down easy. And he will not go down alone.