The T'Kharr Empire has invaded Miratev Two, seeking technology that could destroy all planetary defenses. Grand Commander Brandon North leads five carrier fleets to stop them, but when the enemy obtains their prize, North faces an unthinkable choice. With his flagship dying and escape impossible, he must decide humanity's fate. In space warfare, victory's price is measured in lives, ships, and souls. Some sacrifices can never be undone. Who will survive when winning means losing everything...

The betrayal of his fellow prisoners by a British officer in a Japanese POW camp in Hong Kong in 1941 returns to haunt the 21st Century on the streets of London. The son of one of the POWs has been murdered by a hit-and-run driver to prevent him from finding the traitor who condemmed 1,200 men to die, locked in the hold of a sinking ship while being transported as slave labour toJapan. The hit-and-run victim leaves behind a briefcase containing his research into the identity of the traitor...

The discovery by a rookie police officer of the headless and mutilated body of a middle-aged woman in the residential area of Indianapolis triggers a joint CIA/British Intelligence Directorate (BID) investigation to reveal highly placed moles in both agencies. John Gunn from BID and Doyle Barnes from the CIA are sent to Russia to find evidence identifying the moles and to verify the contents of a message on a CD found at the crime scene of the murdered woman. The CD informs the CIA and BID...

For a dare, two small boys climb over the wall into the Duke of Cranbornes estate in Hampshire. Both boys are armed with air guns, but what starts as a dare ends in blind terror for one of them as he stumbles in the dark across the body of a man whose head has been blown off. The man is a BID agent, and his death jeopardizes the security of a shoot organized for the prime ministers of several countries before the G20 Summit in London. John Gunn replaces the murdered agent and has to unrave...

Through a series of case studies and surveys, the authors examine current sustainability trends in outsourcing and recommend how providers should prepare for increasing buyer demands in this area, suggesting buyers and providers can work together to build successful outsourcing relationships through collaborative sustainability projects.

Bill Nicholson was revered as one of the most honest football managers in the business. Between 1960 and 1964 he turned Tottenham Hotspur into the finest team in Britain. This book, the first biography of Nicholson, commemorates the 50th anniversary of Tottenham's pioneering 1961 Double, which Nicholson followed up in 1963 by becoming the first manager to win a European trophy. By moulding great players like Dave Mackay, Danny Blanchflower, John White, Cliff Jones and Jimmy Greaves into an...

Get Comfortable Being UncomfortableFrom childhood trauma, self-diagnosing, and self-medicating with alcohol to his recovery and beyond, Brian Nicholson’s story is an inspirational journey of survival, addiction, self-awareness, and perseverance.Millions of people struggle with addiction every day. This battle has its outward physical and financial effects, yet many battle their internal demons out of sight from their family and friends.On March 31, ...

Globe Law and Business' journal Modern Lawyer is known for helping professionals navigate the changing legal services landscape, featuring insights from in-house counsel, legal tech specialists, law companies, law firms, and business leaders, who all bring a fresh perspective to legal services delivery. Essential Reads for the Modern Lawyer draws on the journal’s wealth of opinion pieces, interviews and thought leadership, which together comprise an invaluable and wide-ranging analysis of ...

Following the bestselling The Secret Loves of Geeks comes this brand-new anthology featuring comics and prose stories by cartoonists and professional geeks about the world of comic book conventions from the guests who've attended them across the world. Featuring stories that are funny, sad, sweet, embarrassing, and heartfelt; of a geek culture life that shapes us, encourages us, and exhausts us every summer.Featuring work by Brian Michael Bendis (The M...

Written by an experienced author team, Collins Cambridge IGCSE® Additional Maths Student’s Book provides in-depth coverage of every aspect of the latest Cambridge IGCSE® Additional Mathematics 0606 syllabus, for first teaching from 2018 and examination from 2020.Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationFirst teaching: 2018 First examination: 2020. This resource also covers the Cambridge O Level Additional Mathematics 4037 syllabus.Cover the entir...

Substance misuse and its pervasive problems is a constant challenge for social work, health and related professionals today. With heightened political and policy emphasis on all aspects of substance misuse, it is paramount that professionals remain up-to-date on current issues and their responsibilities. Based on research and evidence, this book provides a sound basis for grounded and innovative practice.Leading international contributors outline holistic and specialist approaches ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The book delves into the historical evolution of agricultural practices, revealing their long-lasting impact on the diversity of our natural world. It explores how farming methods, techniques, and technologies have shaped and transformed ecosystems over centuries. Readers will discover the ancient origins of agriculture and its gradual expansion across different regions. The book highlights the interconnectedness of agriculture and biod...