Rachel Kelly's Books

Scenarios for Risk Management and Global Investment Strategies

By: Rachel E. S. Ziemba,William T. Ziemba

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Scenarios for Risk Management and Global Investment Strategies

By: Rachel E. S. Ziemba,William T. Ziemba

This book discusses scenarios for risk management and developing global investment strategies. What are the chances that various future events will occur over time and how should these events and probable occurrence influence investment decisions? Assessing all possible outcomes is fundamental to risk management, financial engineering and investment and hedge fund strategies. A careful consideration of future scenarios will lead to better investment decisions and avoid financial disasters. The book presents tools and case studies around the world for analyzing a wide variety of investment strategies, building scenarios to optimize returns.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0470518383

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9780470518380

Investing in the Modern Age

By: Rachel Ziemba,W. T. Ziemba

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Investing in the Modern Age

By: Rachel Ziemba,W. T. Ziemba

This book discusses many key topics in investment and risk management, the global economic situation and the shift in global investment strategies. It was largely written during the period of 2007-12, one of the most tumultuous times in global financial markets which called into question not only tenets of economic forecasting and also asset allocation and return strategies. It contains studies of how investors lose money in derivative markets, examples of those who did not and how these disasters could have been prevented. The authors draw some conclusions on the impact of the structural shifts currently underway in the global economy as well as how cyclical trends will affect these industries, the globe and key sectors. The authors zoom in on key growth areas, including emerging markets, their interlinkages and financial trends. The book also covers risk arbitrage and mean reversion strategies in financial and sports betting markets, plus incentives, volatility aspects, risk taking and investments strategies used by hedge funds and university endowments. Topics such as stock market crash predictions, asset liability planning models, various players in financial markets and the evaluation of the greatest investors are also discussed. The book presents tools and case studies of real applications for analyzing a wide variety of investment returns and better assessing the risks which many investors have preferred to ignore in the search of returns. Many security market regularities or anomalies are discussed including political party and January effects as is the process of building scenarios and using Kelly and fractional Kelly strategies to optimize returns.

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World Scientific

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9814504750

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9789814504751

The Man from the Train

The Solving of a Century-Old Serial Killer Mystery

By: Bill James,Rachel McCarthy James

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The Man from the Train

The Solving of a Century-Old Serial Killer Mystery

By: Bill James,Rachel McCarthy James

An Edgar Award finalist for Best Fact Crime, this “impressive…open-eyed investigative inquiry wrapped within a cultural history of rural America” (The Wall Street Journal) shows legendary statistician and baseball writer Bill James applying his analytical acumen to crack an unsolved century-old mystery surrounding one of the deadliest serial killers in American history. Between 1898 and 1912, families across the country were bludgeoned in their sleep with the blunt side of an axe. Jewelry and valuables were left in plain sight, bodies were piled together, faces covered with cloth. Some of these cases, like the infamous Villasca, Iowa, murders, received national attention. But few people believed the crimes were related. And fewer still would realize that all of these families lived within walking distance to a train station. When celebrated baseball statistician and true crime expert Bill James first learned about these horrors, he began to investigate others that might fit the same pattern. Applying the same know-how he brings to his legendary baseball analysis, he empirically determined which crimes were committed by the same person. Then after sifting through thousands of local newspapers, court transcripts, and public records, he and his daughter Rachel made an astonishing discovery: they learned the true identity of this monstrous criminal. In turn, they uncovered one of the deadliest serial killers in America. Riveting and immersive, with writing as sharp as the cold side of an axe, The Man from the Train paints a vivid, psychologically perceptive portrait of America at the dawn of the twentieth century, when crime was regarded as a local problem, and opportunistic private detectives exploited a dysfunctional judicial system. James shows how these cultural factors enabled such an unspeakable series of crimes to occur, and his groundbreaking approach to true crime will convince skeptics, amaze aficionados, and change the way we view criminal history.

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Simon and Schuster

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1476796270

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9781476796277

Small Miracles

Coping with infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth

By: Rachel Stanfield-Porter

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Small Miracles

Coping with infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth

By: Rachel Stanfield-Porter

SMALL MIRACLES is a landmark Australian self-help book offering practical advice, inspiration and comfort for anyone coping with the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or prematurity and related issues such as infertility.

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Hachette Australia

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0733626181

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9780733626180

The Long Way Home

By: Rachel Spangler

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The Long Way Home

By: Rachel Spangler

They say you can't go home again, but Raine St. James doesn't know why anyone would want to. Rory St. James was disowned after she came out at seventeen. She rebounded by moving to Chicago, changing her name to Raine and putting down her hometown to audiences around the country. Now, ten years later, too old to be considered a gay youth, broke, evicted, and fresh off a much needed break-up, Raine St. James is forced to accept a job teaching at Bramble University in Darlington, the town she's been publicly bashing for the last decade. Beth Devoroux was born and raised in Darlington. Despite losing her parents at a young age, she is well loved by everyone who knows her. She leads a comfortable life with good job at Bramble University, a long-term but closeted relationship, friends that she can count on, and everything she thinks she wants, so why is she so drawn to a rabble-rouser like Raine St. James? Can Raine and Beth face their pasts and come to terms with their differences in order to have any hope for a future together?

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Bold Strokes Books Inc

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1602824770

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9781602824775

Shared Remains

An unputdownable must-read crime thriller

By: Rachel Lynch

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Shared Remains

An unputdownable must-read crime thriller

By: Rachel Lynch

DI Kelly Porter knows his death was no accident. The body of a man is found at the bottom of a quarry. His appearance, and physical evidence, rule out the chance he travelled there unaided: he was put there. DI Kelly Porter is tasked to investigate and soon digs up a bitter history between the two brothers who own the Cumbrian farmland that the quarry sits on. Arthur and Samuel inherited half each and have been locked in a feud that’s dragged on for decades. Their reluctance to cooperate makes getting answers even harder. Privately, Kelly has other concerns about the family. Her elderly friend recently moved to a care home on the old farm that is managed by Arthur’s inscrutable wife. Kelly senses there is more than meets the eye with this case, but will searching for the truth put others at risk? The thrilling next instalment in the DI Kelly Porter series. A must-read from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch, for fans of Patricia Gibney, Angela Marsons and J.R. Ellis. Praise for Shared Remains ‘Intelligent plotting, a stunning landscape and a detective with a killer instinct – everything you could possibly want from a crime novel. Detective fiction at its absolute best’ Marion Todd, author of Bridges to Burn ‘Deliciously dark... I was completely immersed in both the crimes and the character's own personal lives’ J. M. Hewitt, author of The Crew ‘Absolutely gripping! A clever, complex novel that kept me guessing right up until the end. Rachel Lynch is a master story-teller’ Sheila Bugler, author of Dark Road Home ‘I have followed this series from the start & each book is like reuniting with old friends’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Rachel Lynch is my favourite crime author’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Rachel Lynch never fails to wow me. Each book gets better and better’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Great characters and great stories. I just wish that I could give it more than the five stars it deserves’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A first-class series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Kelly Porter kicks ass. Top female character that is strong but not flawless, which makes her real’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I need more DI Kelly Porter’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I have been hooked on Rachel Lynch ever since reading her first book’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I'm addicted to this series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I cannot begin to say how good these books are. If you don’t read them you’ve missed out on a brilliant series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Rachel Lynch is my number one crime writer’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Such a talented writer’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you’re looking for a new British crime series to get your teeth into give Rachel Lynch a whirl. A must-read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A truly epic and highly entertaining series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Canelo

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1800321090

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9781800321090

Family Law

[Connected eBook with Study Center]

By: Leslie Joan Harris,June R. Carbone,Lee E. Teitelbaum,Rachel Rebouche

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Family Law

[Connected eBook with Study Center]

By: Leslie Joan Harris,June R. Carbone,Lee E. Teitelbaum,Rachel Rebouche

Family Law, Sixth Edition is a modern and teachable casebook, offering comprehensive coverage and a mix of interdisciplinary materials. It compares innovative developments in some states with the reaffirmation of traditional principles in others, and does so in the context of a wider focus on family and the state, the role of mediating institutions, and the efficacy of law and particular methods of enforcing the law. The casebook deals with the complexity of family law both in the organization of the chapters—separate units on family contracts, jurisdiction, and practice, for example, can be shortened, skipped, or taught in almost any order—and the diversity of material within each chapter. Each unit combines primary cases with comprehensive notes, supplemented with academic and policy analyses that provide a foundation for evaluation. Detailed problems extend the coverage or apply the commentary to real world examples. Key Features: A streamlined and updated chapter on the legal significance of being married, including an updated section on reproductive rights to reflect the potential influence of Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellersted Major revisions to the chapters on marriage and informal domestic partnerships to reflect the impact of Obergefell v. Hodges A complete update of the parentage cases to incorporate the latest developments on same-sex partners, three parent recognition, third party visitation, adoption, and assisted reproduction Revised sections on the role of settlement agreements and out-of-court processes in divorce and the dissolution of relationships Coverage of cross-disciplinary topics, including financial principles, genetics/statistics, clinical psychology, social history, policy discussions, counseling, negotiation, ADR, and ethics

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Aspen Publishing

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1454897732

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9781454897736

Deep Fear

By: Rachel Lynch

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Deep Fear

By: Rachel Lynch

DI Kelly Porter is back. But will this new case push her beyond her limits? On a peaceful summer's morning in the Lake District, a woman's body is discovered outside a church. She's been murdered and a brutal, symbolic act performed on her corpse. DI Kelly Porter is in charge of the team investigating the crime, and is determined to bring the killer to justice. But as more deaths occur it is clear this is the work of a disturbed, dangerous and determined individual. Can Kelly put the puzzle pieces together before the danger comes closer to home? Don't miss this gripping crime thriller from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons, Patricia Gibney and Robert Bryndza. Praise for Deep Fear ‘Deep Fear is one heck of a thrilling rollercoaster ride of a read and it is a book which I would wholeheartedly recommend to other readers’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Utterly captivating - couldn't put it down.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐* * ‘The characters are so real that at times I found myself catching my breath at the sheer energy and determination of DI Kelly Porter’ All Things Bookie ‘This is an evocative look at the Lake District intermingled with a raw and at times horrific storyline. The characters come alive as the story progresses and the detail regarding the police investigation was enthralling. Brilliant.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐* * ‘You won't be able to put this book down, so save it for a LONG day at the beach, or at the pool, so you won't have to leave it!’ Bless Their Hearts Mum Blog ‘Taking in each twist and turn, from the first post-mortem to the discovery of each subsequent body I was frantically turning the pages eager to find out what was coming next, wracking my brain for any clues I might have missed and to try to work out what linked the victims together. The plot built wonderfully to an incredibly exciting climax and ending... I can’t recommend it enough and I’m already looking forward to my next adventure with DI Kelly Porter!‘ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Canelo

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1788630173

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9781788630177

Dark Game

By: Rachel Lynch

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Dark Game

By: Rachel Lynch

Detective Kelly Porter takes on the dangerous job of exposing the dark underworld of a small tourist town in this fast-paced thriller. After a scandal forces Detective Inspector Kelly Porter out of London's Metropolitan Police, she returns to her home turf in the Lake District. There, she begins work on a cold case that shocked the local community and on an investigation of two seemingly straightforward crimes. But evidence comes to light that reveals a web of shocking criminal activity. Behind the veneer of sleepy, touristy towns lies a dark and dangerous underworld. As Kelly threatens to expose those involved, she risks paying the ultimate price for the truth. This taut and gripping debut from a crime writer to watch is perfect for fans of Carol Wyer, Patricia Gibney, and Angela Marsons.

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Simon and Schuster

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1667203800

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9781667203805

Harlequin Special Edition February 2014 - Bundle 2 of 2

An Anthology

By: Cindy Kirk,Rachel Lee,Caro Carson

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Harlequin Special Edition February 2014 - Bundle 2 of 2

An Anthology

By: Cindy Kirk,Rachel Lee,Caro Carson

Harlequin Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Harlequin Special Edition bundle includes A Sweetheart for Jude Fortune by USA TODAY bestselling author Cindy Kirk, Reuniting with the Rancher by Rachel Lee and The Doctor's Former Fiancée by Caro Carson. Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin Special Edition!

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Harlequin

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1460329864

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9781460329863

Odd Girl Out

The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls

By: Rachel Simmons

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Odd Girl Out

The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls

By: Rachel Simmons

Describes female bullying and aggression, examines why it is often overlooked, and makes specific suggestions for curbing the behavior.

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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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0547520190

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9780547520193

Silent Bones

An addictive and gripping crime thriller

By: Rachel Lynch

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Silent Bones

An addictive and gripping crime thriller

By: Rachel Lynch

Thirlmere hides a deadly secret... Drought hits the Lake District, uncovering a skeleton at the bottom of Thirlmere reservoir. The case quickly becomes personal for DI Kelly Porter when she discovers it’s the remains of an old classmate, missing for over twenty years. Then a day later, another body is found in a caravan park, its head broken and bloody. Kelly suspects these two crimes are linked. But if she’s right, that means there’s a ruthless killer somewhere in her community – someone who will do anything to keep the truth buried... A brilliantly clever, ‘finish-in-one-night’ murder mystery starring the hugely popular DI Kelly Porter, set in the stunning mountains and valleys of the Lake District. A must-read from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch, for fans of L. J. Ross, Carol Wyer and Angela Marsons. Praise for Silent Bones ‘I absolutely loved every minute of this. It’s a favourite series of mine and as soon as I received this it jumped straight to the top of my tbr pile. A rollercoaster ride... I’d give it 10 stars if I could.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Utterly amazing, brilliant addition to an excellent series.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘This series has yet to have a book that I did not like. I could not believe the thrills from this book... one after the other!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Read it, you won’t be disappointed. I LOVE these books. I found Rachel Lynch a few years back and she’s now one of my favourite authors.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Excellent story. Lots of action and twists and turns. Well worth reading.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘I love this series! I think I’ve read all the books in it by now so am fully invested in the lives of the team. The characters are believable and likeable. My only problem with the book? I’ve finished it and have to wait for the next instalment!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘This is the eleventh in Rachel Lynch’s excellent series and a brilliant addition. A first-class read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘I love this series, it’s so well written. The descriptions of the Lake District are to die for (maybe not literally!).’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Another cracking book from Rachel. Thrills from beginning to end.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Love this series of books, this latest addition did not disappoint. Had me gripped throughout!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

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Canelo

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1800321082

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9781800321083

The Lowcountry Romance Collection

Sweet Caroline, Love Starts with Elle, Dining with Joy

By: Rachel Hauck

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The Lowcountry Romance Collection

Sweet Caroline, Love Starts with Elle, Dining with Joy

By: Rachel Hauck

Enjoy New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hauck’s Lowcountry Romance novels as an e-collection! Sweet Caroline Life hasn't always been so sweet for Caroline Sweeny. She's sacrificed her desires for others—unlike her mother who abandoned their family years ago. But when a friend challenges her to accept an exciting job adventure in Spain, Caroline says "yes" to a new destiny. But before she can pack her bags, Caroline suddenly finds herself the new owner of the run-down Frogmore Cafe—and forced to choose between her friends and her future. Then her first love, Mitch O'Neal, returns home and encourages her to seek God's desires for her future. With his help, she may just discover the true sweet life. Love Starts with Elle Elle loves her life in Beaufort, South Carolina—summer days on the sand bar, coastal bonfires, and dinners with friends, sharing a lifetime of memories. She’s found her stride professionally as the owner of a successful art gallery. Life is good. And she’s found love with handsome, confident Jeremiah Franklin. But Jeremiah has accepted a large pastorate in a different state, so Elle turns her life upside down to take “the call” with him. When Jeremiah has a change of heart, Elle is hurt—and her faith is shaken. New York lawyer and recent widower Heath McCord imagines the lowcountry cottage he’s rented for the summer is the balm his grieving heart needs. That and time to connect with his little girl. He’s unprepared to meet his beautiful landlord, Elle Garvy, or the love her friendship awakens. But God has new blessings in store for the two grieving hearts. Can Elle trust so soon after losing Jeremiah? Can Heath release the memory of his wife and love again? Could love be as simple as trusting enough to take the first step? Dining with Joy Host of a regionally syndicated cooking show, Joy Ballard has a little secret: she can't cook. But when her show is picked up by a major network and given a prime time slot, her world heats up faster than a lowcountry boil. Enter Luke Redmond: handsome, creative, and jobless after having to declare bankruptcy of his Manhatten restaurant. When her producers ask him to co-host the show, Joy sees Luke as her way out. But Luke sees much more than just a co-host in Joy. Their relationship begins to simmer on and off set. Until Joy's secret is revealed and her reputation is ruined on national television by her rival, Wenda Devine. But could Devine's cruelty be a divine gift? Losing Luke—and her sister—forces Joy to consider where her worth really comes from. Could God be cooking up an even bigger adventure from the mess? And will Joy hang on long enough to find out?

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Thomas Nelson

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0718088417

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Lost Cause

An addictive and gripping crime thriller

By: Rachel Lynch

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Lost Cause

An addictive and gripping crime thriller

By: Rachel Lynch

A victim? Or a killer? One icy cold morning, the remains of a woman are discovered. She has been abused, then butchered. DI Kelly Porter knows this is the work of a monster. One who has killed before – and will do so again. Kevin Flint is a young man with no friends and a reputation for being odd. He explores the hidden corners of the Lake District, and likes to creep, and watch. He witnesses depravity and it excites him. But will he cross the line from bystander to perpetrator? Despite her personal life taking unexpected turns, Kelly’s detective instincts tell her that the answers lie with Kevin – if only she knew the right questions to ask. Will Kelly miss her chance and have blood on her hands? And will she ever be the same when it’s over? A stunning new DI Kelly Porter crime novel from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch, perfect for fans of Patricia Gibney, L. J. Ross and Angela Marsons. Readers are hooked on Lost Cause ‘Once again Rachel Lynch has written a book to make you sit up and take notice’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another excellent read and this series just gets better ... very good characters, believable plots that keep you guessing and so well written.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another 5 star winner’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Once I started reading this book I could not put it down ... I can’t wait to read more of this fantastic series’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Twists and turns galore which really gave my grey matter a real workout and a few surprises along the way. I can't wait to read more of this fantastic series’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Canelo

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1788637585

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9781788637589

The Rush

The Siren Series Book #1

By: Rachel Higginson

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The Rush

The Siren Series Book #1

By: Rachel Higginson

A life not her own—A future already decided. Every facet of Ivy Pierce’s life is meticulously planned out and plotted. Cynical and jaded by sixteen, Ivy’s only hope is to escape the legacy she was born into. She has a plan, a carefully thought out, feasible plan. She just has to play by the rules until everything falls into place. Unfortunately as predictable as her life can be, she never sees Ryder Sutton coming. He tumbles into her life unimpressed and untouched by her and the life she lives. He’s an enigma to her. A gorgeous, frustrating, sincere mystery and a complete phenomenon in the ugly world she lives in. What blooms between them is a fiercely intense attraction that cannot be ignored. Even though they would both be better off without each other—Even if both their lives depend on staying apart.

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1500553735

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Bringing Up the Boss

Practical Lessons for New Managers

By: Rachel Pacheco

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Bringing Up the Boss

Practical Lessons for New Managers

By: Rachel Pacheco

AXIOM BUSINESS BOOK AWARD SILVER MEDALIST — HUMAN RESCOURCES / EMPLOYEE TRAINING Managing is hard. Managing for the first time is even harder. First-timers want to quickly learn what it takes to be a successful manager—like they learned how to code, how to design, how to sell—and put those learnings into practice. But what does it mean to manage, and how do you teach someone to be a good manager? Enter Rachel Pacheco, an expert at helping start-ups solve their management and culture challenges. Pacheco, a former chief people officer and founding team executive at multiple start-ups, conducts research on management and works with CEOs and their managers to build the skills necessary to navigate a rapidly scaling organization. In Bringing Up the Boss: Practical Lessons for New Managers, you’ll learn how to give effective feedback, how to motivate your team members, and how to hire and fire well, among many other critical management skills. You’ll also learn what it means to manage yourself in this new role, and how to navigate the often awkward and sometimes challenging situations that arise in this new position. Pacheco shares what makes a manager great, along with anecdotes, research, tools, and how-to's that help overwhelmed employees become expert managers fast.

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1953295401

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Lying Ways

By: Rachel Lynch

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Lying Ways

By: Rachel Lynch

When the danger is already inside, nowhere is safe... Highton prison sits nestled within the moors of western Cumbria, close to the coastal road. When two former inmates turn up dead, DI Kelly Porter is tasked with finding out why. It soon becomes obvious that she is hunting for one killer and the place where both victims were incarcerated holds the key. As Kelly delves into life at Highton she finds more questions than answers. A web of corruption and deceit emerges within the prison walls. As Kelly gets closer to unpicking the relationships between the officers and their wards, a full scale prison riot explodes – with police caught in the middle. Kelly now faces a hostage situation with a well-loved member of her team caught in the middle. An unforgettable addition to the DI Kelly Porter series from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch. A must-read for fans of Carol Wyer, L. J. Ross and Angela Marsons. Readers are loving Lying Ways 'Once again Rachel Lynch has written a book where you keep turning the pages to find out what happens next. I enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it as a must read.' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book has it all, murder, violence, prison life and military involvement. I read it in one sitting.' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I have enjoyed all the Kelly Porter novels to date and this one did not disappoint. Fast paced storyline and great team dynamics make for a great read. ' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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1788637615

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9781788637619

Dead End

By: Rachel Lynch

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Dead End

By: Rachel Lynch

Family secrets are hiding a legacy of lies. Can DI Kelly Porter get to the truth before innocent lives are left? When the seventh Earl of Lowesdale is found hanging from the rafters at Wasdale Hall, everyone assumes the aging aristocrat finally had enough of chasing the glory of his youth. But when the coroner finds signs of foul play, DI Kelly Porter is swept into a world where secrets and lies dominate. Meanwhile, two young hikers go missing and it’s up to Kelly to lead the search. But digging deeper reveals ties to other unsolved disappearances and Kelly and her team are in a race against time. Soon, both investigations, and Kelly’s own family secrets, lead to Wasdale Hall it becomes more important than ever for Kelly to discover the devious truths hidden behind the walls of the Lake District’s most exclusive estate... Don't miss this gripping crime thriller from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons and Patricia Gibney. Readers are hooked on Dead End ‘A masterful weaving of multiple story threads into one, satisfying whole. 5 stars...DI Kelly Porter raises the bar for the rest of us.’ Paul Gitsham, author of the DCI Warren Jones series ‘**Rachel Lynch is a very talented crime writer who **knows just how to keep her audience glued to every word!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It's hard to describe how much I loved this book’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I am just as crazy about the last book as the first’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a book that will make you lose time...as it’s a "just one more chapter" read.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A tense, atmospheric book with a great setting and characters and a series which just keeps getting better I am so looking forward to Bitter Edge’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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1788630211

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Crazy On You

By: Rachel Gibson

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Crazy On You

By: Rachel Gibson

Return to Lovett, Texas, the setting of Daisy's Back in Town, in this smart and sexy new story from Rachel Gibson, the New York Times bestselling author of Rescue Me and the Seattle Chinooks books. Lily Darlington's been called crazy in her day—and, yeah, driving her car into her ex-husband's living room probably wasn't the smartest move ever made—but the louse deserved it. Now Lily is happily single, and she's turned it all around. She knows she's a good mom, a homeowner, and a businesswoman, all wrapped up in one good-looking package. A package that police officer Tucker Matthews is dying to unwrap. This ex-military man sure doesn't need another woman in his life. His last girlfriend left him with nothing but memories and a cat named Pinky! But living next door to Lily has been driving him nuts. He dreams about her long blonde hair and even longer legs. And maybe it's time to go a little crazy . . . and fall in love.

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0062130862

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Mistletoe Kisses

By: Rachel Lee,Andrea Edwards,Cait London

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By: Rachel Lee,Andrea Edwards,Cait London

Mistletoe Kisses by Rachel Lee\Andrea Edwards\Cait London released on Oct 23, 1998 is available now for purchase.

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0373201532

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Business Affair

By: Pamela Bauer,Rachel Lindsay

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Business Affair

By: Pamela Bauer,Rachel Lindsay

The Model Bride by Pamela Bauer released on Mar 25, 1993 is available now for purchase.

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0373705484

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Black Rainbow

How Words Healed Me, My Journey Through Depression

By: Rachel Kelly

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Black Rainbow

How Words Healed Me, My Journey Through Depression

By: Rachel Kelly

In 1997, Oxford graduate, working mother and Times journalist Rachel Kelly went from feeling mildly anxious to being completely unable to function within the space of just three days. Prescribed antidepressants by her doctor, and supported by her husband and her family, Rachel slowly began to get better, but her anxiety levels remained high, and six years later, as a stay-at-home mother, she suffered a second collapse even worse than the first. Throughout both of Rachel's periods of severe depression, the healing power of poetry became an integral part of her recovery. As someone who had always loved poetry, it became something for Rachel to cling on to in times of need - from repeating short mantras to learning and reciting entire poems - these words and verses became a powerful force for change in her life. In Black Rainbow Rachel analyses why poetry can be one answer to depression, and the book contains a selected 40 of the poems that provided Rachel with solace and comfort during her breakdown and recovery. At a time when mental health problems and depression are becoming more common, and the stigma around such issues is finally being lifted, this book offers a lifeline for anyone seeking to understand depression and seek new ways to treat it. Poetry is free, has no side-effects and, as Rachel can attest, 'prescribing words instead of pills' can be an incredibly powerful remedy.

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168144464X

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9781681444642

Over on the East Side

By: Rachel Gunn

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Over on the East Side

By: Rachel Gunn

DescriptionOver on the East Side, a story by Rachel Gunn is about a young woman, Tuesday, who over time becomes disgusted with men and society and its unrealistic expectations. She details her childhood, how she was confused with sexuality at the tender age of seven, describes her encounters with sailors as an adolescent and then explains her present day relationship with her new abusive boyfriend, Carl.Upon learning that Carl frequents strip clubs on the East Side, Tuesday becomes obsessed. She can't stop thinking about Carl going into these places. She visually describes what she sees in her mind. It is as if she is there. In one respect she doesn't understand how women can objectify themselves, but in another respect she battles with her inner demons, because she finds it strangely arousing.Finally, she can take it no longer. She asks Carl if she can see where he used to go. She thinks it will look different than what is in her mind, but she is sadly disappointed. She becomes hysterical, practically suicidal.Eventually Carl succumbs to his buddies and goes over to the east side whereupon he cheats on Tuesday with a stripper.Tuesday, having her heart broken continuously and abused by Carl eventually breaks. She becomes so delusional that she eventually murders the perverts who frequent the strip bar and bums the strip bar down. About the AuthorRachel Gunn, age 33, resides in St. Louis, Missouri with her two daughters, Madeline and Ivy, and her fianc Michael Clark. She also has two step children, Mikella and Tyler. Rachel Gunn has worked as a legal secretary for the last ten years and also models. She was in the 2007 Maxim Hometown Hotties Competition, March 2007 Unrated Rock Vixen for Unrated Rock Magazine, a Cosmic Cutie for the Cosmic Tribune, Miss My Space September 2007, a Toy Box Fox of the Week for the band Toy Box Heroes, and a Babe of the Week for BNRX.FM. She has shot with many well known photographers and maintains a modeling website as well. Rachel Gunn also won first place in a contest held at TNJ Poetry.com for her poetry. Rachel Gunn was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and has lived in such cities as Cleveland, Hollywood, and Chicago, but St. Louis is her home for the remainder of her years.

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1847476082

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John Travolta

By: Rachel Simpson

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John Travolta

By: Rachel Simpson

A biography of the late 1970s star who revitalized his nearly-forgotten career with a role in Pulp Fiction in 1994.

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Nine Novels by Younger Americans

By: Sara Bradshaw,Rachel Barber,Daniel Cowen

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Nine Novels by Younger Americans

By: Sara Bradshaw,Rachel Barber,Daniel Cowen

This anthology collects nine exceptional novels that were written by high school students from New York City during the summer of 2005 in 826NYC's Young Adult Writers' Colony. Ranging from comedic, to fiercly political, to deeply personal, these novels are immensely entertaining and forecast a bright future for this brand new generation of novelists. As novelist Richard Powers says in his foreword, There comes a time when we must decide whether we love the world enough to hand it over to its next lover . . . [This is a book of] nine worlds that nine people could not find and so had to make themselves. Here it is before you: how the story ends this time. And how it starts again.

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0977084442

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