Women Who Dare Intrigue, Danger and Passion One summer in New Orleans— Madeline Johnson is determined to uncover the truth about her brother. His last words—a cry for help on Maddie's answering machine—contradict what the New Orleans police are telling her. The cops seem in a real hurry to close the case, and the one detective who may be able to help is about to go on vacation. Alex Batiste's vacation plans are set. His daughter's come to stay with him and, along with the usual teenage problems, the girl—encouraged by Alex's ex-wife—has a bad attitude toward her father. So police work is the furthest thing from Alex's mind. But it's not that easy to get the beautiful Maddie out of his mind. Apart from her persistence and her unwavering belief in her brother—traits he admires—she seems to know all the right things to say and do around his daughter. Now helping Maddie is becoming more than simply doing his job.
This book provides a comprehensive study of the neglected story of the involvement of the women's movement with criminal justice policy in the 20th century. Taking the topic from the 'suffragette' era to the early days of 'second-wave' feminism, the book argues that criminal justice policy has been a continual concern for feminists.
This book recounts the tragic story of Dan Logan, bright student and rugby player, and his sudden, unexpected battle with cancer. It follows his diagnosis, and subsequent treatment and care in three different hospitals, all over the space of seventeen days. It is an honest, emotional account of how a vibrant young man fought cancer in a brutally short space of time, and the harrowing effect it has had on the people around him.
Als Maddie Johnson de wanhopige noodkreet van haar broer, Michael, op haar antwoordapparaat hoort, heeft ze nog geen idee dat het ook meteen het laatste is wat ze ooit van hem zal horen. Dat verandert wanneer er de volgende dag twee rechercheurs uit New Orleans voor haar deur staan, om haar te vertellen dat Michael zijn vriendin heeft omgebracht en daarna zelfmoord heeft gepleegd. Maddie weigert te geloven dat haar broer tot zoiets in staat zou zijn. Tot haar frustratie beschouwt de politie de zaak echter al als gesloten. Alleen rechercheur Alex Batiste lijkt haar twijfels te delen, maar door familieomstandigheden heeft hij amper tijd om nog eens in de zaak te duiken. Vastbesloten zelf de waarheid te achterhalen, vertrekt Maddie naar New Orleans. Want één ding weet ze zeker: haar broer was geen moordenaar. Er moet iets anders gebeurd zijn. Maar wat? Dit verhaal is eerder verschenen onder de titel Zomer in New Orleans.
In the context of recent media scrutiny on the state of prisons in the UK, the efficacy of incarcerating large numbers of offenders is an issue which is rising steadily up the political agenda. In 2016, the Howard League for Penal Reform – an organization that has energetically lobbied for improvements in the treatment of offenders throughout its lifetime – celebrated its 150th anniversary. This book considers the life and work of Margery Fry, the woman who created the modern Howard League and dominated it from 1918 until her death in 1958, and places the UK’s oldest surviving penal reform pressure group and its current work into their historical context. It examines Fry’s legacy as a campaigner for an international standard of prisoners’ minimum rights, which resulted in a United Nations charter, for the introduction of compensation for victims of criminal injuries, and for the abolition of the death penalty, and also considers her role in the establishment of criminology as an academic discipline and her organization of the first criminology lectures in Great Britain. It is essential reading for all those engaged in prisons research, penal reform and criminal justice history.
Make 1998 the year for romance--and great sales! This collection of three newcontemporary stories rings in the New Year with the ever-popular baby, familyand holiday themes.
Life in the fast lane has never looked so good. Bright lights and big city action make a perfect backdrop for love in these thrilling novels full of glamour, intrigue, and sophistication. From New York to Paris, London to Los Angeles, these cosmopolitan tales of romance will challenge and inspire your most worldly fantasies: Singapore Fling by Alexia Adams: A CEO-in-training is tempted by her a handsome hotshot marketing director as they tour the company's Asian offices. But will eight countries in three weeks lead to whirlwind romance or lasting love? A Place to Rest My Heart by Galen Rose: This poignant story of family, romance, and discovering where you truly belong will enchant everyone who's ever left their heart in San Francisco. Kirby by Samantha Molina: The competitive nature of New York's publishing scene forces Rachel Sirianna to adopt an alter ego—but can she keep her hot boyfriend from discovering the duplicity? The Very Thought of You by Carolann Camillo: When real estate developer Nick Mancini tries to buy out the tenants in his San Francisco apartment building, sparks fly with stubborn Molly Hewitt. Masquerade by Nicole Flockton: A medical romance set down under in Perth provides just the right emergency to reunite Sophie and Alex after their steamy one-night stand. Looking for Prince Charming by Iris Leach: Glory agrees to pose as her boss's girlfriend while he campaigns for Lord Mayor of Melbourne - which might not be the best idea since she's already in love with him! Urgent: One Nanny Required by Olivia Logan: Rania George is offered a sweet gig babysitting a boy she adores. Only catch? She has to fly to Hollywood - a place she loathes - and spend three weeks with his devastatingly handsome and arrogant father. Special Angel by Nancy Loyan: A diva with no record of her past, classical singer Angelique must search the globe to find her true identity, and sexy investigative reporter Brian Andrews is hot on her heels. Perfect Partners by Stephanie Cage: London's latest hit dance competition television show throws two former lovers into each other's arms - but can they stay in step? Sensuality Level: Sensual
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