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Vinnie has always been different. But Vinnie is a survivor...A
childhood accident robbed Vinnie of his memories, making him
sensitive and anxious, and his difference soon attracted bullies.
If it wasn't for his family and his brother Frank, Vinnie wouldn't
have survived. But as the boys grow up, and after the devastating
loss of their parents, Vinnie finds himself increasingly involved
in violent situations whenever he's with Frank. Is this the type of
man he's become, or can the love of a remarkable woman teach him to
embrace life? When Vinnie is accused of a terrible crime, and looks
set for a long stretch behind bars, fragments of his memory start
to return and he begins to unravel his past. Who was his mother?
What kind of a man is his brother, Frank? And why does death
surround them? Things are not as they seem, but Vinnie can survive
anything... Ross Greenwood is back with this shocking, page-turning
glimpse into the criminal underworld. This book was previously
published as FIFTY YEARS OF FEAR. Praise for Ross Greenwood: 'Move
over Rebus and Morse; a new entry has joined the list of great
crime investigators in the form of Detective Inspector John Barton.
A rich cast of characters and an explosive plot kept me turning the
pages until the final dramatic twist.' author Richard Burke 'Master
of the psychological thriller genre Ross Greenwood once again
proves his talent for creating engrossing and gritty novels that
draw you right in and won't let go until you've reached the
shocking ending.' Caroline Vincent at Bitsaboutbooks blog 'Ross
Greenwood doesn't write cliches. What he has written here is a
fast-paced, action-filled puzzle with believable characters that's
spiced with a lot of humour.' author Kath Middleton
Conflict is endemic to congregational life. Because congregations
exist to help us find meaning and purpose, we find it difficult to
realize that not everyone shares our understanding or approach.
Many of us have cultural backgrounds that teach us that conflict is
bad or to be avoided. Conflict Transformation, on the other hand,
treats conflict as an opportunity to learn and grow, both
individually, and institutionally. Exploring new understandings of
how our bodies and minds respond to conflict, Cooley offers
concrete strategies for personal growth and healthy congregational
functioning. Anticipating new conflicts that may arise from recent
traumas of pandemic response and political division, Cooley offers
a way to make painful conversations sources of healing. Drawing on
over 30 years of experience as a parish minister and denominational
official, Cooley weaves personal reflections with intellectual
theory. Each chapter includes discussion questions that make it a
valuable resource for group conversation and learning.
Conflict is endemic to congregational life. Because congregations
exist to help us find meaning and purpose, we find it difficult to
realize that not everyone shares our understanding or approach.
Many of us have cultural backgrounds that teach us that conflict is
bad or to be avoided. Conflict Transformation, on the other hand,
treats conflict as an opportunity to learn and grow, both
individually, and institutionally. Exploring new understandings of
how our bodies and minds respond to conflict, Cooley offers
concrete strategies for personal growth and healthy congregational
functioning. Anticipating new conflicts that may arise from recent
traumas of pandemic response and political division, Cooley offers
a way to make painful conversations sources of healing. Drawing on
over 30 years of experience as a parish minister and denominational
official, Cooley weaves personal reflections with intellectual
theory. Each chapter includes discussion questions that make it a
valuable resource for group conversation and learning.
When we bury our secrets, they always come back to haunt us...Their
rise was meteoric. Only a few years before, they had been three
friends from Glasgow, just trying to survive tough lives of danger
and dysfunction. But on one Hollywood evening in 1993, they were on
the world's biggest stage, accepting their Oscar in front of the
watching world. That night was the beginning of their careers. But
it was also the end of their friendship. Over the next twenty
years, Mirren McLean would become one of the most powerful writers
in the movie industry. Zander Leith would break box-office records
as cinema's most in-demand action hero. And Davie Johnson would
rake in millions as producer of some of the biggest shows on TV.
For two decades they didn't speak, driven apart by a horrific
secret. Until now... Their past is coming back to bite them, and
they have to decide whether to run, hide, or fight. Because when
you rise to the top, there's always someone who wants to see you
fall. An exciting new glam thriller for the fans of Taylor Jenkins
Reid, Liane Moriarty and Jo Spain Previously published in the UK as
TAKING HOLLYWOOD by Shari King. 'Brilliant, a white-knuckle ride of
a novel. Gripping and wildly glamorous' Tilly Bagshawe 'It's a real
slice of Hollywood and a brilliant read' Gerard Butler 'A glam,
edgy thriller, just the way I like them' Martina Cole 'Sex, scandal
and secrets galore' Jackie Collins 'A high-stakes thriller with a
dark, moving story at its core. Page-turning entertainment at its
very best' - TJ Emerson 'It's a thriller that's gritty, sexy and a
sensational page turner. You won't be able to put it down. I loved
it!' Lorraine Kelly 'I loved this Hollywood tale with deep Scottish
roots. It's dark, sinful, glittering and thrilling. An absolute
adventure from the very first page' Carmen Reid 'The mean streets
of Glasgow meet the glitz of Hollywood. A riveting read!' - Evie
Hunter
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