Begleiten Sie Wildhüter Joe Pickett durch die raue Wildnis von Wyoming. Jeder Fall führt ihn tiefer in die dunklen Geheimnisse und Gefahren, die in den Bergen und in menschlichen Herzen lauern. Diese Serie verbindet spannende Detektivarbeit mit einer reichen Darstellung des Lebens im amerikanischen Westen. Es ist eine fesselnde Lektüre für alle, die Geschichten über Gerechtigkeit, Familie und den Kampf zwischen Gut und Böse mögen.
Ausgerechnet im Hinterhof des jungen Wildhüters Joe Pickett haucht ein Elchjäger sein Leben aus. Zwei weitere liegen erschossen in den Bergen. Als seine Kollegen die Morde unter den Teppich kehren wollen, wird Joe misstrauisch. Irgendetwas an der Sache ist faul. Joe ermittelt auf eigene Faust und bringt mit seiner Hartnäckigkeit bald nicht nur sein eigenes Leben in Gefahr.
Die Umweltbewegung in Wyoming verliert innerhalb kurzer Zeit mehrere Aktivisten auf unterschiedliche Weise. Ein Muster scheint nicht erkennbar, doch ein Mörderpärchen arbeitet eine Todesliste ab. Jagdaufseher Joe Pickett fängt an zu ermitteln und gerät in tödliche Gefahr. - 2. Teil der Joe-Pickett-Serie.
Wenn der Jäger zum Gejagten wird Inmitten eines eisigen Schneesturms kämpft sich Joe Pickett durch die Wälder. Er ist auf der Suche nach dem Jäger Lamar Gardiner - und findet ihn mit durchgeschnittener Kehle und von zwei Pfeilen durchbohrt an einen Baum genagelt. Rasch wird Joe klar: Dieser Fall besitzt politische Brisanz, und seine Gegner sind zu allem entschlossen. Er muss von diesem Berg fliehen, vor dem Sturm und vor dem Mörder, der irgendwo im Dickicht gerade seinen Bogen spannt.
Es ist ein mysteriöser Fall von Viehverstümmelung: Ein grausig zugerichteter Elch liegt mitten im Wald. Keine Schusswunde, keine Spuren. Und es soll auch nicht das letzte seltsame Vorkommnis bleiben. Kurz darauf werden zwei ebenso grässlich entstellte Männer gefunden, woraufhin sich Joe Pickett einer Taskforce anschliesst, die die Taten aufklären soll. Die Einheimischen glauben an eine übernatürliche Macht, doch Joe ist davon überzeugt, dass der Täter menschlich ist - und wieder morden wird. C. J. Box lebt in Cheyenne im amerikanischen Bundesstaat Wyoming. Er arbeitete als Rancher, Jagdaufseher und Journalist. Heute koordiniert er Tourismus-Programme in den Rocky Mountains. Für "Stumme Zeugen" wurde er mit dem wichtigsten amerikanischen Krimipreis, dem Edgar Award, ausgezeichnet. Für seine Joe-Pickett-Romane gewann C.J. Box bereits den Anthony Award, den französischen Prix Calibre 38, den Macavity Award, den Gumshoe Award, den Barry Award, und wurde darüber hinaus für den Edgar Award und den L.A. Times Book Prize nominiert.
Die Nachricht trifft Joe Pickett wie ein Schlag: Sein Kollege und Vorbild Will Jensen wurde erschossen in seinem Haus gefunden. Selbstmord. Nun soll Joe den toten Wildhüter vertreten, doch kaum in Jackson angekommen, beginnt auch sein Leben außer Kontrolle zu geraten. Zu viele Parteien kämpfen unerbittlich um die Nutzung der idyllischen Berglandschaft, und sie schrecken vor nichts zurück. Joe ist sich bald sicher: Sein Freund hat sich nicht freiwillig das Leben genommen.
In the wake of an elk hunter's grisly murder, Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett is directed by the governor to investigate the relevance of a mysterious poker chip found at the crime scene. By the author of Free Fire.
A chilling voice from the past disrupts the life of Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett and his family, propelling them into a gripping thriller. As secrets unfold, the tension escalates, challenging their safety and relationships. The narrative intertwines personal stakes with the rugged backdrop of Wyoming, showcasing the complexities of family bonds and the dangers lurking in the wilderness. This installment promises suspense and emotional depth, characteristic of the bestselling series.
'I love Joe Pickett and with NOWHERE TO RUN, he's on top of his game. So is C. J. Box. This one is his best yet.'Michael Connelly, #1 New York Times bestselling author
In this gripping thriller, Joe Pickett is drawn into a murder investigation that personally impacts him, intensifying the stakes. As he navigates the complexities of the case, he confronts challenges that test his resolve and commitment to justice. The narrative intertwines suspense with emotional depth, showcasing the unique dynamics of Pickett's life and the community he serves. Fans of the series can expect a captivating blend of mystery and personal turmoil.
A haunting past threatens Joe Pickett's friend and those close to him in this gripping thriller. As tensions rise, the narrative unfolds with intense violence and suspense, showcasing the intricate relationships and moral dilemmas faced by the characters. C. J. Box masterfully weaves a tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, blending action with emotional depth.
Breaking Point takes Joe into uncharted territory. The question is: What will he do when he gets there?
Joe Pickett investigates the disappearance of a local businessman, who recently had his intended retirement property declared wetlands and is suspected in the murder of two EPA employees.
"The electrifying new Joe Pickett novel from the New York Times-bestselling author. Everything about the man is a mystery: the massive ranch in the remote Black Hills of Wyoming that nobody ever visits, the women who live with him, the secret philanthropies, the private airstrip, the sudden disappearances. And especially the persistent rumors that the man's wealth comes from killing people. Joe Pickett, still officially a game warden but now mostly a troubleshooter for the governor, is assigned to find out what the truth is, but he discovers a lot more than he'd bargained for. There are two other men living up at that ranch. One is a stone-cold killer who takes an instant dislike to Joe. The other is new-but Joe knows him all too well. The first man doesn't frighten Joe. The second is another story entirely"--Provided by publisher of hardcover edition.
Joe Pickett's foster daughter is discovered in a ditch, barely alive. Joe knows who's responsible but there's no proof and his investigation will bring him face-to-face with some truly terrifying opposition.
When an elite special ops team recruits him to help defeat a domestic terror cell in Wyoming's Red Desert in exchange for expunging his criminal record, Nate Romanowski, assisted by Joe Pickett, discovers a sinister agenda behind the operation.
Praise for Vicious Circle The unexpected, suspenseful turns will keep readers enthralled. Another winner for Box.-Library Journal (starred review) Bracingly familiar pleasures expertly packaged...first-timers will be intrigued and fans amply rewarded.-Kirkus Reviews This outing is the most suspenseful yet in this world-class series, setting a new standard for Box.-Publishers Weekly (starred review) We've noted previously how the fully fleshed family dynamic is one of this series' enduring strengths, and that pays dividends here as we viscerally feel Joe's fear for his loved ones and his powerlessness to protect them. Box masterfully tightens the suspense until we're caught in a vicious circle of our own and unable to stop reading.-Booklist C. J. Box is back and better than ever.-Providence Journal Praise for Off the Grid With this exceptional entry, Box solidifies his place at the upper end of the crime fiction pantheon.-Publishers Weekly (starred, boxed review) Filled with high suspense, formidable characters, and an action-packed ending more vivid than most movies. Off the Grid never falters as Box again delivers an exceptional thriller.-South Florida Sun-Sentinel You can't help turning the pages and holding your breath until you find out where this scary, all-too-plausible caravan is heading.-Kirkus Reviews A terrorist thriller with a uniquely western flair...This is a breakneck story that Pickett fans will want to read in one sitting.-Booklist Picking up a new C. J. Box thriller is like spending quality time with family you love and have missed....It's a rare thriller series that has characters grow and change. An exciting reading experience for both loyal fans as well as newcomers.-Associated Press A terrific read yet again from C. J. Box.-Suspense Magazine Box is a master.-The Denver Post Off the Grid is a warning of sorts in that it shows how U.S. national security is vulnerable to a terrorist attack. It is not only informative, but challenges people's minds as they learn about western culture. To date this might just be one of Box's best.-Military Press C. J. Box continues his spectacular roll with the darkly mesmerizing Off the Grid....Pickett and Romanowski have become the gold standard, playing off each other perfectly as different sides of the same coin.-The Providence Journal
Don’t miss the JOE PICKETT series—now streaming on Paramount+ Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett has two lethal cases to contend with in this electrifying novel from #1 New York Times-bestselling author C.J. Box. Wyoming's new governor isn't sure what to make of Joe Pickett, but he has a job for him that is extremely delicate. A prominent female British executive never came home from the high-end guest ranch she was visiting, and the British Embassy is pressing hard. Pickett knows that happens sometimes--these ranches are stocked with handsome young cowboys, and "ranch romances" aren't uncommon. But no sign of her months after she vanished? That suggests something else. At the same time, his friend Nate Romanowski has asked Joe to intervene with the Feds on behalf of falconers who can no longer hunt with eagles even though their permits are in order. Who is blocking the falconers and why? The more Joe investigates both cases, the more someone wants him to go away. Is it because of the missing woman or because he's become Nate's advocate? Or are they somehow connected? The answers, when they come, will be even worse than he'd imagined.
Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett confronts drug cartel killers hunting on his turf in the nineteenth installment of the US crime series.
Don’t miss the JOE PICKETT series—now streaming on Paramount+ Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett encounters bad behavior on his own turf—only to have the FBI and the DOJ ask him to stand down--in the thrilling novel from #1 New York Times-bestselling author C.J. Box. The good news is that Joe Pickett has his job back, after his last adventure in The Disappeared. The bad news is that he's come to learn that a drone is killing wildlife—and the drone belongs to a mysterious and wealthy man whose son is dating Joe's own daughter, Lucy. When Joe tries to lay down the rules for the drone operator, he's asked by the FBI and the DOJ to stand down, which only makes him more suspicious. Meanwhile, bodies are piling up in and around Joe's district in shocking numbers. He begins to fear that a pack of four vicious killers working on behalf of the Sinaloa cartel known as the Wolf Pack has arrived. Their target seems to be the mystery man and everyone—including Joe, Nate, and others—who is associated with him. Teaming up with a female game warden (based on a real person, one of the few female game wardens at work in Wyoming today) to confront these assassins, Joe finds himself in the most violent and dangerous predicament he's ever faced.
Don’t miss the JOE PICKETT series—now streaming on Paramount+ Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett must investigate an attempted murder—a crime committed from a confoundingly long distance—in this riveting novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author C.J. Box. When Joe Pickett is asked to join the rescue efforts for the victim of a startling grizzly attack, he reluctantly leaves his district behind. One survivor of the grizzly's rampage tells a bizarre story, but just as Joe begins to suspect the attack is not what it seems, he is brought home by an emergency on his own turf. Someone has targeted a prominent local judge, shooting at him from a seemingly impossible distance. While the judge was not hit, his wife is severely wounded, and it is up to Joe to find answers—and the shooter. The search for the would-be assassin becomes personal when Nate Romanowski and his young family are targeted by the mysterious shooter. Beset by threats both man-made and natural, the two men must go to great lengths to keep their loved ones safe. “Impressive precision and heart-gripping suspense....Good characters, an extra good story, and great scenes of life and death in the wilderness.”—New York Times Book Review
#1 New York Times bestseller C.J. Box returns with a new Joe Pickett novel. Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett must accompany a Silicon Valley CEO on a hunting trip - but soon learns that he himself may be the hunted - in the thrilling new novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author C.J. Box. The governor of Wyoming gives Joe the thankless assignment of taking a tech baron on a hunting trip. Unbeknownst to them, as they trek further into the wilderness, a hunter is hot on their heels. Joe must rely on his wits and his knowledge of the outdoors to protect himself and his charge. Meanwhile, when Joe's closest friend Nate Romanowski and his own daughter Sheridan learn of the threat to his life, they follow him into the woods to rescue him, and all three come together for one final showdown.
The collection features suspense stories set in Wyoming, showcasing the author's deep understanding of the region. Each tale explores the darker aspects of human nature and the hidden impulses that drive individuals to commit shocking acts. With a gripping narrative style, the author delves into the complexities of morality and the chilling realities lurking beneath the surface of everyday life in this rugged landscape.
'One of the most talented thriller writers at work today.' Ten stories from international bestseller C.J. Box, full of dark deeds and dangerous impulses. In 'Shots Fired', one of four Joe Pickett stories, Joe's investigation into a radio call threatens to become his last. In 'Pirates of Yellowstone', two Eastern Europeans, strangers in a strange land, find our just how ruthless American tough guys can be. In 'Le Sauvage Noble', a Lakota Indian takes a job at Disneyland Paris acting the 'noble savage' until he meets a woman who shows him what savage really means. These gripping tales are proof, once again, of why Box is a force to be reckoned with.