"A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) As a killer brands his victims like bulls, Sheriff Jenna Graves' supernatural connection to the dead may be the only way to crack the case. Jenna must decipher her disturbing dreams before the entire cattle community becomes fair game for slaughter. IN HER SHADOW is the fourth book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with IN HER SIGHTS (Book #1). The Jenna Graves series delivers a pulse-pounding experience for mystery lovers. Follow the complex journey of a brilliant yet troubled female protagonist as she navigates intense investigations filled with unexpected twists, shocking revelations, and relentless suspense. The fast-paced narrative and gripping action sequences will keep you captivated until the very last page. Fans of Kendra Elliot, Rachel Caine, and Teresa Driscoll are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are now available! "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

Patients at an end-of-life foundation are turning up dead—but not because of their illnesses. In a case that hits far too close to home, Rachel must race to discover who would rob the victims of their last days on earth—and why. FBI Special Agent Rachel Gift is among the FBI's most brilliant agents at hunting down serial killers. She plans on doing this forever—until she discovers she has months left to live. Determined to go down fighting, and to keep her diagnosis a secret, Rachel faces her own mortality while trying to save other's lives. But how long can she go until she collapses under the weight of it all? "A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) HER LAST CHOICE (A Rachel Gift FBI Suspense Thriller) is book #5 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 1,000 five star reviews. FBI Agent Rachel Gift, 33, unparalleled for her ability to enter the minds of serial killers, is a rising star in the Behavioral Crimes Unit—until a routine doctor visit reveals she has but a few months left to live. Not wishing to burden others with her pain, Rachel decides, agonizing as it is, not to tell anyone—not even her boss, her partner, her husband, or her seven-year-old daughter. She wants to go down fighting, and to take as many serial killers with her as she can. In an ironic twist of fate, Rachel finds herself at an end-of-life charity, hunting down a killer more twisted than any she's seen yet. Battling to push down her own complex emotions, Rachel must race against the clock to save the foundation's patients before the murderer strikes again. A riveting and chilling crime thriller featuring a brilliant and flailing FBI agent, the RACHEL GIFT series is an unputdownable mystery, packed with suspense, twists and shocking secrets, propelled by a page-turning pace that will keep you bleary-eyed late into the night. Book #6 in the series—HER LAST BREATH—is now also available!

Paige King, after receiving her Ph.D. in forensic psychology, has been asked to join the FBI's elite BAU unit. When a deranged killer on death row seems to know more than he lets on about an active case, Paige is summoned to enter his mind and crack the case—before the final hours that lead to his execution. "A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) THE GIRL HE CHOSE is book #2 in a new series by #1 bestselling and critically acclaimed mystery and suspense author Blake Pierce. The death row killer's clues soon lead Paige down a rabbit hole of red herrings and dead ends, and time is running out for her to save the next victim. Can she piece the clues together in time? Or has she finally met her match? A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the PAIGE KING mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. Book #3 in the series—THE GIRL HE TOOK—is now also available. "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

"A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) Tribal detective Kari Blackhorse stands at the crossroads of ancient legend and contemporary murder as she investigates a chilling crime scene at an abandoned mine. As she unearths a sinister link between her father's past and the land's violent history, Kari risks stirring up secrets that some would kill to keep buried. CLOSE CALL is the second book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with CLOSE BY (book #1). The Kari Blackhorse series will keep you riveted, turning pages late into the night in this fast paced mystery series. Packed with shocking twists and featuring a brave and brilliant heroine, it offers a fresh take on the mystery genre—and a thriller that will keep you wanting more. Fans of Lisa Regan, Robert Dugoni, and Kendra Elliot are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available! "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

"A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) Victims emerge from beneath the frozen surface of Lake Superior, their deaths masked as accidents until FBI Agent Isla Rivers detects sinister signs of foul play. As Isla delves into the frigid heart of a winter-bound city, she must piece together the chilling puzzle before the lake claims another soul. OUTSIDE OF REASON is the fifth book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with OUTSIDE THE ROOM (book #1). The Isla Rivers series is a riveting mystery series brimming with suspenseful cat-and-mouse dynamics and unexpected turns that will send shivers down your spine. Its enthralling female lead will capture your affections and keep you engrossed in the pages long after you turn out the lights. Fans of Lisa Regan, Lee Child, and Mary Burton are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available! "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

"A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) When FBI analyst Kate Valentine hunts an elusive mastermind who leaves a cryptic trail based on the Ten Commandments, she soon realizes he may just be targeting her. The sanctity of marriage becomes a grim stage for murder, drawing Kate Valentine into a labyrinth of passion and betrayal. Will her wits decipher the killer's covenant of death hidden in encrypted vows, or will more betrayed spouses fall victim to this unholy crusade? GO COLD is the seventh book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with GO HOME (Book #1). The Kate Valentine mystery series immerses readers in a riveting suspense filled with unexpected turns. It showcases a brilliant female lead who outwits her adversaries and is sure to win over readers with her charm. Fans of Melinda Leigh, Lisa Regan, and Lee Child are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available! "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

"A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) Prison psychologist Dr. Alison Payne has interviewed hundreds of convicted killers, advocating for their release—or determining if they should remain behind bars. But when a body is discovered in a forsaken Philadelphia prison, Alison Payne is thrust into a killer's twisted vendetta against criminal experts. As the murderer recreates unsolved crimes with chilling "corrections," Alison must confront her own past judgments and catch the culprit before more grisly "errors" are corrected. SAY NEVER (BOOK #11) is the eleventh book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with SAY DIE (BOOK #1). The Alison Payne mystery series is a page turning suspense ride, immersing you in a captivating cat-and-mouse game brimming with shocking twists. This refreshing take on the thriller genre features an ingenious female protagonist who can outsmart them all, and who is guaranteed to capture your heart. Fans of Rachel Caine, Karin Slaughter, and Melinda Leigh are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available! "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

"A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) When a young woman's abduction mirrors an unsolved murder from the 80s, Sheriff Jenna Graves must decipher cryptic messages from the dead to prevent history from repeating. As the clock ticks, Jenna's unique ability becomes both a blessing and a curse in this race against time. IN HER MIND is the second book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. The series begins with IN HER SIGHTS (Book #1). The Jenna Graves series delivers a pulse-pounding experience for mystery lovers. Follow the complex journey of a brilliant yet troubled female protagonist as she navigates intense investigations filled with unexpected twists, shocking revelations, and relentless suspense. The fast-paced narrative and gripping action sequences will keep you captivated until the very last page. Fans of Kendra Elliot, Rachel Caine, and Teresa Driscoll are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are now available! "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

Revised and updated with the latest scientific research and updated case studies, the business classic that offers a revealing look at the corporate psychopath—how to spot their destructive workplace behavior and stop them from creating chaos in the modern corporate organization. Over the past decade, Snakes in Suits has become the definitive book on how to discover and defend yourself against psychopaths in the office. Now, Dr. Paul Babiak and Dr. Robert D. Hare return with a revised and updated edition of their essential guide. All of us at some point have—or will—come into contact with psychopathic individuals. The danger they present may not be readily apparent because of their ability to charm, deceive, and manipulate. Although not necessarily criminal, their self-serving nature frequently is destructive to the organizations that employ them. So how can we protect ourselves and our organizations from this manipulative behavior in a business climate that offers the perfect conditions for psychopaths to thrive? In Snakes in Suits, Hare, an expert on the scientific study of psychopathy, and Babiak, an industrial and organizational psychologist and a leading authority on the corporate psychopath, examine the role of psychopaths in modern corporations and provide the tools employers can use for personal self-defense to avoid and deal with them. Together, they have developed the B-Scan 360, a research tool designed specifically for business professionals. Dr. Babiak and Dr. Hare reveal the secret lives of psychopaths, explain the ways in which they manipulate and deceive, and help you to see through their games. The rapid pace of today’s corporate environment provides the perfect breeding ground for these "snakes in suits" and this newly revised and updated classic gives you the insight, information, and power to protect yourself and your company before it’s too late. This essential guide provides the tools you need to identify and neutralize these toxic employees in your own organization: Identify Red Flags: Learn the subtle but consistent personality traits and destructive behaviors that signal a snake in a suit is operating in your midst. Understand Psychopathic Manipulation: Decode the playbook of charm, deceit, and game-playing that corporate psychopaths use to gain trust, create chaos, and turn colleagues against each other. Leadership vs. Deception: Distinguish between genuine leadership qualities and the charismatic façade of a manipulator who mimics them for personal gain. Protect Your Company: Implement practical strategies and organizational safeguards, including insights from the B-Scan 360 research tool, to defend your team and your bottom line.

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“Mesmerizing… Exquisite… The written equivalent of a Botticelli or a Michelangelo.” –The Portland Oregonian “Stunning… Uplifting… Not to be missed.” –Entertainment Weekly “Hauntingly beautiful.” –The New York Times “Each and every person in this finely spun assemblage is distinct and true.” –USA Today “Intertwines secret radio broadcasts, a cursed diamond, a soldier’s deepest doubts into a richly compelling package… Irresistible.” –People “Gorgeous… Moves with the pace of a thriller.” –San Francisco Chronicle “Enthrallingly told, beautifully written.” —Amanda Vaill, The Washington Post “Dazzling . . . Startlingly fresh.” —John Freeman, The Boston Globe “Intricate . . . A meditation on fate, free will, and the way that, in wartime, small choices can have vast consequences.” —The New Yorker “Brims with scrupulous reverence for all forms of life. The invisible light of the title shines long after the last page.” —Tricia Springstubb, The Cleveland Plain Dealer “Anthony Doerr writes beautifully. . . . A tour de force.” —Elizabeth Reid, Deseret News “Anthony Doerr again takes language beyond mortal limits.” —Elissa Schappell, Vanity Fair “Perfectly captured . . . Doerr writes sentences that are clear-eyed, taut, sweetly lyrical.” —Josh Cook, Minneapolis StarTribune “A beautiful, expansive tale . . . Ambitious and majestic.” —Steph Cha, Los Angeles Times “Doerr is an exquisite stylist; his talents are on full display.” — Alan Cheuse, NPR “The craftsmanship of Doerr’s book is rooted in his ability to inhabit the lives of Marie-Laure and Werner.” — Steve Novak, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette “Doerr deftly guides All the Light We Cannot See toward the day Werner’s and Marie-Laure’s lives intersect during the bombing of Saint-Malo in what may be his best work to date.” — Yvonne Zipp, The Christian Science Monitor “To open a book by Anthony Doerr is to open a door on humanity. . . . His sentences shimmer. . . . His paragraphs are luminous with bright, sparkling beauty.” —Martha Anne Toll, Washington Independent Review of Books “Endlessly bold and equally delicate . . . An intricate miracle of invention, narrative verve, and deep research lightly held, but above all a miracle of humanity . . . Anthony Doerr’s novel celebrates—and also accomplishes—what only the finest art can: the power to create, reveal, and augment experience in all its horror and wonder, heartbreak and rapture.” —Shelf Awareness “Intricately structured . . . All the Light We Cannot See is a work of art and of preservation.” —Jane Ciabattari, BBC “Magnificent.” —Carmen Callil, The Guardian (UK) “The whole enthralls.” —Good Housekeeping “A revelation.” —Michael Magras, Bookreporter.com “Doerr conjures up a vibrating, crackling world. . . . Intricately, beautifully crafted.” — Rebecca Kelley, Bustle.com “There is so much in this book. It is difficult to convey the complexity, the detail, the beauty, and the brutality of this simple story.” —Carole O’Brien; Aspen Daily News “Beautifully written . . . Soulful and addictive.” —Chris Stuckenschneider, The Missourian “A novel to live in, learn from, and feel bereft over when the last page is turned, Doerr’s magnificently drawn story seems at once spacious and tightly composed. . . . Doerr masterfully and knowledgeably re-creates the deprived civilian conditions of war-torn France and the strictly controlled lives of the military occupiers.” —Booklist (starred review) “Doerr captures the sights and sounds of wartime and focuses, refreshingly, on the innate goodness of his major characters.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “If a book’s success can be measured by its ability to move readers and the number of memorable characters it has, Story Prize–winner Doerr’s novel triumphs on both counts. Along the way, he convinces readers that new stories can still be told about this well-trod period, and that war—despite its desperation, cruelty, and harrowing moral choices—cannot negate the pleasures of the world.” —Publishers Weekly (starred r

'Craven has unleashed Ben Koenig into the thriller world. Long may he raise hell in the pages.' David Baldacci, #1 New York Times bestselling author 'Perhaps for the first time, Jack Reacher has a convincing rival in the form of MW Craven's Ben Koenig' The Times ----- The man who can't feel fear is back, in a race against time to find the woman who knows a secret that could take down the world as we know it. When a shocking murder and abduction on the streets of London leads investigators to him, Ben Koenig has no idea at first why the highest echelons of the CIA would need his help. But then he realises he knows the woman who carried out the killings. Ten years earlier, without being told why, he was tasked with helping her disappear. Far from being a deranged killer, she is the gatekeeper of a secret that could take down the West, so for years she has been in hiding. Until now. And if she has resurfaced, the danger may be closer and more terrifying than anyone can imagine. So Ben Koenig has to find her before it's too late. But Ben suffers from a syndrome which means he can't feel fear. He doesn't always know when he should walk away, or when he's leading others into danger . . . Fast, brutal and smart, the second book in the Sunday Times bestselling Ben Koenig series is a pulse-raising, adrenaline-filled rollercoaster featuring ruthless killers, hard choices - and one fearless man . . . 'An absolute white-knuckle ride of a book. Fingernail-chewingly tense, lightning paced and as hard-edged as Koenig's Fairburn-Sykes dagger. Just brilliant. ' Neil Lancaster, bestselling author of the Tom Novak and Max Craigie series Praise for Fearless and the Ben Koenig series: 'Tough, explosive, badass and brilliant , Fearless is everything you could want in a thriller. Blistering pace and all-out action, impossible to put down, impossible to forget. If you like Reacher, you'll LOVE this.' Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of We Begin at the End 'A knockout thriller!' Steve Cavanagh, bestselling author of Thirteen ' Adrenaline-fuelled plotting, hard-charging characters, and small town evil...this is a thriller with all the right ingredients. And yeah, Reacher fans, you're gonna love this too.' Vaseem Khan, award-winning author of the Malabar House series 'A superb thriller that will have everyone talking, and gasping.' David Baldacci, #1 New York Times bestselling author 'Fans of Jack Reacher, get excited. . . Imagine if Reacher and John Wick had brought up a child together, and you'd get Ben Koenig. . . A blistering barnstormer of an action thriller , this demands to be read.' Heat Magazine, Heat's Book of the Week (UK) 'If you haven't read any M. W. Craven yet, fix that immediately.' S. A. Cosby, New York Times bestselling author of Razorblade Tears 'Koenig's insouciant style and sharp thinking pack a very hefty punch. Paging Lee and Andrew Child: you've got company.' Daily Express (UK) 'Effortless. Thrilling. Explosive...this series looks to take the world by storm.' Imran Mahmood, author of You Don't Know Me and All I Said Was True 'Comparisons to Lee Child's Jack Reacher character will be inevitable, but MW Craven comfortably manages to outreach Reacher in this viscerally exciting and extremely violent thriller.' Sunday Independent (Ireland)

A READ WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICK AS FEATURED ON TODAY • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A wondrous, deeply affecting portrait of the interlocking lives at an adult day care center in Southern California, depicting an often overlooked community with extraordinary wit and grace—“an explosive novel” (Ron Charles) by a major new literary voice hailed as a “groundbreaking debut novelist” (Publishers Weekly) “[A] singular debut novel.”—The New York Times “Triumphant . . . funny and moving and ringing with life.”—The Guardian “Implosive and wonderfully inspirational.”—Paul Beatty “Great characters, great pace, great story—reading Upward Bound is a complicated joy.”—Roddy Doyle “It will change the way you look at the world.”—Angie Kim “A moving, illuminating glimpse into a world we rarely have access to.”—Good Housekeeping “Woody Brown accomplishes the seemingly impossible.”—Mona Simpson “This captivating work illuminates a world too often ignored.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) A Most Anticipated Book: The New York Times, Time, Harper’s Bazaar, Good Housekeeping, Marie Claire, Alta Journal, Publishers Weekly, Literary Hub, Publishers Lunch Upward Bound is not a place anyone dreams of spending their days. The dreary adult daycare center for Los Angeles’s disabled community is, for many of its clients and staff, a place of last resort. This includes Carlos, a young aide who lost his mother as a boy and now works there alongside his beloved sister, Mariana; Jorge, the gentle nonspeaking giant whom Carlos seeks to befriend (and prevent from escaping); Tom, a beautiful young man with cerebral palsy who pines for Ann, the summer lifeguard at the center’s pool who feels out of her depth. Then there’s Dave, Upward Bound’s director, who came to L.A. to pursue an acting career but now channels his passion into staging an overly ambitious holiday show starring the center’s irrepressible clients. Framing these intertwined narratives—and connecting them in surprising, shattering ways—is the riveting and sometimes ironic testimony of Walter, a recent community college graduate who, after a family tragedy, must return to the company of his disabled peers. In Upward Bound, Woody Brown has created an indelible, authentic, and profoundly moving group portrait of autism and other disabilities, all illuminated by his empathy, sly sense of humor, and enormous gifts as a novelist. With remarkable sophistication, insight, and creativity, Brown depicts a community too-often invisible in literature and society. Filled with characters you won’t soon forget, Upward Bound will inspire and touch you, teaching you as much about yourself as the tender, miraculous world behind the center’s doors.

The field of programming continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and mastering the fundamentals of languages like C and Python is crucial for any aspiring computer science student. This book, IGNOU Programming in C and Python: Previous Years Unsolved Papers, has been carefully curated to provide IGNOU students with an invaluable tool to prepare for their programming exams. By compiling unsolved question papers from previous years, this book aims to give students hands-on practice in solving real-world problems, which is key to mastering programming concepts in C and Python. The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is known for its comprehensive and rigorous academic curriculum, and its programming courses are no exception. C and Python are foundational programming languages taught as part of the computer science curriculum, and their mastery is essential for success in both academic and professional settings. The C programming language forms the backbone of many software systems and applications, while Python is one of the most widely used languages in data science, artificial intelligence, and web development. This book bridges the gap between theory and practical application by offering students the opportunity to practice questions that have been part of the examination pattern in previous years. This book is organized around previous years' unsolved papers, which are invaluable in providing students with a glimpse of how exam questions are structured. It not only tests students' knowledge of programming concepts but also helps them develop problem-solving skills that are vital for writing efficient and optimized code. For C programming, the book includes questions that cover essential topics such as loops, conditionals, arrays, functions, pointers, structures, and file handling. Students are encouraged to practice these questions in an environment similar to their exams, giving them the opportunity to apply what they have learned in their coursework to real-world problems. Solving these papers will also give students insight into common pitfalls and challenges faced during exams. Similarly, for Python, the book focuses on key areas such as data types, control structures, functions, file handling, object-oriented programming, and exception handling. Python, being a more flexible and intuitive language, allows students to think creatively and write cleaner, more efficient code. By working through the unsolved papers, students will sharpen their understanding of Python's dynamic features, which are critical for modern programming. Visit our official website Lightup Technologies to find the digital edition of this book at a lower price. It offers an easy and comfortable reading experience. We will deliver within one hour. Soft copy is compatible to all devices like Mobile, Tablet, Laptop, Desktop, etc.

Humanity is on the brink of annihilation. Only one man can turn the tide. For centuries, we explored the stars and settled new worlds. But a mysterious alien threat emerged, launching devastating attacks and seizing entire star systems. Every fifty years they come, silent and relentless, before disappearing again into the dark. And as they close in on humanity's home worlds, one more defeat could mean total extinction. Captain Jim Garrett joined the navy to fight back. But when a delicate mission ends in madness and mutiny, Garrett takes the blame and his career is left in ruins. Now, the only thing he commands is a construction site. The CNS Surprise is an experimental warship, half built in the dockyards of Midway Station. Garrett knows the ship inside out, but the navy brass would never let him take the helm, let alone lead her in battle. But when the aliens strike early, with unexpected ferocity, it's clear that every ship in the fleet will be needed. And the Surprise could be the only hope of slowing the enemy onslaught. Garrett is thrust into command for the first time, launching straight into combat. He must unite a maverick crew and master new technologies, as he leads a desperate counterstrike that will decide mankind's future. Off Midway Station is a military SF adventure of high-stakes space warfare, nail-biting action, and characters you would gladly follow into battle. A monumental journey of courage, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of survival, it's perfect for fans of Jack Campbell, David Weber, and Marko Kloos. See why readers love Marc Alan Edelheit's epic stories of battle and adventure: "Outstanding military sci-fi! I couldn't put it down. Intense action and believable characters. I will recommend this author to my friends and family." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "This is a must read... The story grabs you, at that point its clear your calendar and hold on for the ride!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Couldn't put the book down... Can't wait for the follow up. I was spellbound at all the twists and turns." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "One heck of a ride. Fast pace, a good page turner, and a great story... Edelheit is a fantastic writer who doesn't disappoint." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wonderfully written... I could not put this book down. Grips you from the very first sentence... And does. Not. Let. Go." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "A page turning delve into what a good story should be, amazing character development, incredible storytelling with no shortage of battle and excitement." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

New York City, East Village, 1984. A young woman with the power to see the ghosts of her friends is haunted by the one who refuses to return—a dazzling, big-hearted debut of friendship and community during a time of devastation and defiance. Oprah Daily’s #1 Pick for Summer Reading “Waiting on a Friend is Natalie Adler’s first novel but, already, I’d argue she can do what greats like Ann Patchett, Patrick Ryan and Celeste Ng do. . . . A terrific read and an exciting promise of more to come.”—Minneapolis Star Tribune “I slowed my pace finishing Waiting on a Friend, because I didn’t want the novel to end. . . . [A] rich and intimate narrative.”—The Boston Globe “A wildly inventive and moving novel . . . an astonishingly brilliant debut.”—Patrick Ryan, author of Buckeye “A beautiful study of friendship, of how loss unmoors us, and how if we keep turning towards love, anything is possible.”—Ann Napolitano, author of Hello Beautiful “Fresh and refreshing, both heartbreaking and uplifting. Natalie Adler has given us a gem.”—Rabih Alameddine, winner of the National Book Award “[A] powerhouse debut . . . This dazzles like a mirror ball.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Spellbinding.”—Library Journal (starred review) A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF THE YEAR: Oprah Daily, Debutiful, Lit Hub, Publishers Lunch Renata is a young dyke-about-town who can see ghosts, something she's doing more and more of lately as too many of her friends are dying of a new, terrifying disease. When Renata's best friend Mark dies of complications from AIDS, Renata is devastated by the loss of the person she loved most in the world. And to her disappointment and increasing despair, Mark seems unwilling or unable to return for the proper goodbye they both were denied. While Renata waits anxiously for Mark, she must stay vigilant: a mysterious, police-like force has begun ridding their East Village neighborhood of anything abnormal or inexplicable. What first seems like a scam reveals itself to be far more sinister, targeting the soul of Renata's community. With her band of lovably eccentric pals and lovers, Renata is determined to fight back against the erasure of her friends' memories and the sanitizing of her beloved New York. But haunting her every step is Mark, the one ghost who stubbornly refuses to reappear. Both heartbreaking and healing, tragic and triumphant, Waiting on a Friend is a magical retelling of queer history and a celebration of youth and camaraderie. With pathos and humor, empathy and an edge, Natalie Adler freshly reimagines the past for a new generation, reclaiming the spirit of resistance and determination that would become one of the era's defining legacies.

Humanity is on the brink of annihilation. Only one man can turn the tide. For centuries, we explored the stars and settled new worlds. But a mysterious alien threat emerged, launching devastating attacks and seizing entire star systems. Every fifty years they come, silent and relentless, before disappearing again into the dark. And as they close in on humanity's home worlds, one more defeat could mean total extinction. Captain Jim Garrett joined the navy to fight back. But when a delicate mission ends in madness and mutiny, Garrett takes the blame and his career is left in ruins. Now, the only thing he commands is a construction site. The CNS Surprise is an experimental warship, half built in the dockyards of Midway Station. Garrett knows the ship inside out, but the navy brass would never let him take the helm, let alone lead her in battle. But when the aliens strike early, with unexpected ferocity, it's clear that every ship in the fleet will be needed. And the Surprise could be the only hope of slowing the enemy onslaught. Garrett is thrust into command for the first time, launching straight into combat. He must unite a maverick crew and master new technologies, as he leads a desperate counterstrike that will decide mankind's future. Off Midway Station is a military SF adventure of high-stakes space warfare, nail-biting action, and characters you would gladly follow into battle. A monumental journey of courage, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of survival, it's perfect for fans of Jack Campbell, David Weber, and Marko Kloos. See why readers love Marc Alan Edelheit's epic stories of battle and adventure: "Outstanding military sci-fi! I couldn't put it down. Intense action and believable characters. I will recommend this author to my friends and family." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "This is a must read... The story grabs you, at that point its clear your calendar and hold on for the ride!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Couldn't put the book down... Can't wait for the follow up. I was spellbound at all the twists and turns." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "One heck of a ride. Fast pace, a good page turner, and a great story... Edelheit is a fantastic writer who doesn't disappoint." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wonderfully written... I could not put this book down. Grips you from the very first sentence... And does. Not. Let. Go." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "A page turning delve into what a good story should be, amazing character development, incredible storytelling with no shortage of battle and excitement." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

"This fascinating book presents an integrative 'big picture' of personality development from the earliest days of life through old age. McAdams strikes a great balance between theory and empiricism; he articulates a broad theoretical model of personality development that is informed at every point by contemporary research. The book is beautifully written, remarkably clear, and thoroughly engaging. The case studies, tables, and figures draw the reader in and illustrate how complex and interesting the emergence of personality is. The book will be of great use to researchers from a variety of fields, as well as undergraduates and graduate students."--Rebecca L. Shiner, PhD, Department of Psychology, Colgate University "This is a powerful book that succeeds on two levels. First, it communicates how personality research is done and how researchers arrive at scientifically defensible answers to questions about human nature. Second, it invites readers to introspect--to ask themselves how they came to be who they are. The book is broad and deep. Like the best of teachers, it is intellectually satisfying and great fun!"--Avshalom Caspi, PhD, Edward M. Arnett Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, Duke University "The Art and Science of Personality Development is a landmark achievement in an already illustrious career. This volume heralds the first comprehensive theory of personality development to emerge in the 21st century. While demonstrating a breathtaking grasp of research in neuroscience, traits, motives, goals, and narrative identity, McAdams writes in a lucid and accessible manner. This combination makes this book the ideal text for both undergraduates and more advanced students. It should be required reading for any student or scholar interested in how human personality develops and changes over the course of our lives."--Jefferson A. Singer, PhD, Dean of the College and Faulk Foundation Professor of Psychology, Connecticut College "The most comprehensive and integrated overview of personality development currently available. I was eager to adopt this text for my graduate Human Development course, and it exceeded expectations. I love this book because of its deft coverage of the most important issues in personality development. My students unanimously praised McAdams's ability to provide a compelling narrative of the current research. If you are looking to illustrate to students why personality development is so important to understanding who we are, this is the text for you."--Paul W. Griffin, PhD, Department of Psychology, Pace University -By merging personality research and a developmental perspective, McAdams invites readers on a journey of understanding who people come to know themselves to be at all phases of life….This book will be particularly useful for professionals/practitioners working with individuals struggling with issues of identity and/or personality. Highly recommended. All readers.--Choice Reviews, 9/1/2015

With a rash of people dying suspiciously from high bridges, jumping to their deaths in apparent suicides, the FBI is called in to investigate. On suspicion of a serial killer, FBI Special Agent Rachel Gift is assigned the case, and soon realizes she is up against something more diabolical than she could have imagined. FBI Special Agent Rachel Gift is among the FBI's most brilliant agents at hunting down serial killers. She plans on doing this forever—until she discovers she has months left to live. Determined to go down fighting, and to keep her diagnosis a secret, Rachel faces her own mortality while trying to save other's lives. But how long can she go until she collapses under the weight of it all? "A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) HER LAST CHANCE (A Rachel Gift FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 2) is book #2 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 1,000 five star reviews. FBI Agent Rachel Gift, 33, unparalleled for her ability to enter the minds of serial killers, is a rising star in the Behavioral Crimes Unit—until a routine doctor visit reveals she has but a few months left to live. Not wishing to burden others with her pain, Rachel decides, agonizing as it is, not to tell anyone—not even her boss, her partner, her husband, or her seven-year-old daughter. She wants to go down fighting, and to take as many serial killers with her as she can. When a string of apparent suicides piques her suspicion, Rachel is on the case. In an epic game of cat and mouse, can she stay healthy enough to outsmart the killer and catch him before it's too late? And can she keep her own demons—and her own traumatic past—at bay? A riveting and chilling crime thriller featuring a brilliant and flailing FBI agent, the RACHEL GIFT series is an unputdownable mystery, packed with suspense, twists and shocking secrets, propelled by a page-turning pace that will keep you bleary-eyed late into the night. Books #3-#6 are also available!