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Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Crime & criminology > Organized crime > General
'A gritty powerful story. A must read for fans of gangland crime.'
Bestselling author Kerry KayaBold, daring and ruthless, Tony
Lambrianu is now the main player in London's sleazy but lucrative
underworld. As the boss of a high-end nightclub in the West End and
with a never-ending string of gorgeous women on his arm, Tony is
the darling of the tabloids. However, despite his success, the
little boy who lived on the streets is never far away. Desperate
for respect, he's driven to achieve more and more. Most of all, he
craves the acceptance of Ralph Gold and to become a bigger part of
his extensive web of organised crime. Fearlessly facing up to
enemies, winning battles and becoming the undisputed boss of the
London underworld can be a nasty business, but it's the only
business Tony knows. And he'll stop at nothing to succeed! Please
note, this is a re-release of Nasty Business previously published
by Gillian Godden
Your worst nightmare is about to come true... When Megan discovers
that her young daughter is missing, she thinks that her ex-husband
is to blame. But was it someone else entirely? Someone out for
revenge? Someone with a grudge? As DI Laura Kesey begins her
investigation, she discovers that the case is infinitely more
wicked than she could ever have imagined. The clock is ticking. But
will Kesey find Lottie before it's too late? It's every parent's
worst nightmare. The greater the evil, the deadlier the game.
*Please note this is a re-release of Mr Nice*
Your worst nightmare is about to come true... When Megan discovers
that her young daughter is missing, she thinks that her ex-husband
is to blame. But was it someone else entirely? Someone out for
revenge? Someone with a grudge? As DI Laura Kesey begins her
investigation, she discovers that the case is infinitely more
wicked than she could ever have imagined. The clock is ticking. But
will Kesey find Lottie before it's too late? It's every parent's
worst nightmare. The greater the evil, the deadlier the game.
*Please note this is a re-release of Mr Nice*
'A dark, gritty, and compulsive read' Daily Express
Nineteen-year-old Sally is battered and bruised, and lying in the
hospital once again. It's nothing new, it's happened before and
it'll happen again. But when DI Laura Kesey introduces Sally to a
new social worker, she finds hope at a local women's domestic
violence refuge, where she's surrounded by women just like her. But
then a man is mowed down in a hit and run. Soon a second suspicious
death follows. Both deaths link back to the refuge. Has Sally found
a safe place or a new danger? *Please note this is a re-release of
The Sisters*
Secrets. Lies. Revenge. With the odds stacked against her, Samantha
Reynold is determined to prove she's tough enough to be the boss.
But when a secret from the past threatens to ruin Sam's reputation,
she suddenly feels very alone in this dark new world. There's only
one man she can turn to - rival club owner, Sebastian Stoker. Seb
knows first-hand how secrets and lies can tear a family apart. He
wants to protect Sam at all costs, but siding with her could
threaten his own position as head of the Stoker family and risk
accusations of betrayal. With loyalties divided and two families at
war - the fallout could be deadly. Don't miss book two in the
gripping new Allegiance series perfect for fans of Kimberley
Chambers, Heather Atkinson and Caz Finlay. What people are saying
about Edie Baylis! 'From start to finish, fast paced and gripping.
Gangland fiction at its best! Bestselling author Kerry Kaya.
'Shocking and thrilling at the same time. It will take your breath
away!' Bestselling author Gillian Godden 'Edie Baylis has produced
another fantastic gangland read. I loved the characters and was
gripped from the first page. A massive 5 stars!' Bestselling author
Caz Finlay.
Secrets. Lies. Revenge. With the odds stacked against her, Samantha
Reynold is determined to prove she's tough enough to be the boss.
But when a secret from the past threatens to ruin Sam's reputation,
she suddenly feels very alone in this dark new world. There's only
one man she can turn to - rival club owner, Sebastian Stoker. Seb
knows first-hand how secrets and lies can tear a family apart. He
wants to protect Sam at all costs, but siding with her could
threaten his own position as head of the Stoker family and risk
accusations of betrayal. With loyalties divided and two families at
war - the fallout could be deadly. Don't miss book two in the
gripping new Allegiance series perfect for fans of Kimberley
Chambers, Heather Atkinson and Caz Finlay. What people are saying
about Edie Baylis! 'From start to finish, fast paced and gripping.
Gangland fiction at its best! Bestselling author Kerry Kaya.
'Shocking and thrilling at the same time. It will take your breath
away!' Bestselling author Gillian Godden 'Edie Baylis has produced
another fantastic gangland read. I loved the characters and was
gripped from the first page. A massive 5 stars!' Bestselling author
Caz Finlay.
'A masterclass in crime fiction' Jane E James The BRAND NEW
thriller from bestselling author Ross Greenwood! When DI Barton is
asked to investigate a seemingly innocuous fire that kills, he
believes it's either children fooling around or a worrying
racially-motivated crime. As he delves deeper into the case, he
soon realises that there is a history of similar blazes spread out
over many years, all within a close area. An idea suggested by
pathologist Mortis makes Barton suspect he has the arsonist's
motives wrong. When a night worker comes forward with a tip, Barton
narrows down the suspects. But with all of them acting
suspiciously, he knows for sure that one or more of them must be
lying. And when a huge house blaze shocks everyone, Barton fears
the killer has lost all control. Who is The Fire Killer? What will
be next to burn? DI Barton is back as Ross Greenwood continues with
his bestselling series, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham and Ian
Rankin. 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
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On Gangs
(Paperback)
Scott H. Decker, David C Pyrooz, James A. Densley
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R1,202
Discovery Miles 12 020
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Ships in 18 - 22 working days
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Gangs are multifaceted and varied, so any attempt to understand
them cannot be restricted to a singular approach. On Gangs provides
a diverse and comprehensive survey of the available theories for
understanding this social issue as well as the broad range of
responses to it. The authors look at the many influences on gangs'
operation, growth, prevention, and enforcement. The authors provide
different criminological, psychological, and sociological
approaches to gang studies, including interviews with past and
current gang members. On Gangs presents the core issues for
understanding gangs, including emerging topics like prison gangs,
gender and gangs, and international gangs. There is also a focus on
policing, legislation, and punishment. Weaving together research
and policy findings to address the causes, contexts, and
consequences of gangs, the authors address topics including
joining, resisting, and leaving gangs, and how gangs operate in
communities and institutions. An authoritative and sweeping tour of
gang scholarship, On Gangs showcases the critical evidence-based
solutions in prevention, enforcement, legislation, and
intervention. The authors seek to answer the question: How do we
effectively deal with gangs and gang membership?
'I thoroughly enjoyed this intriguing mystery set in a beautiful
location with deliciously menacing undercurrents.' Frances Evesham
It was meant to be a safe place to start again...In need of an
escape from her failing marriage, Nia agrees to house-sit her
aunt's cottage on the Isle of Wight. She feels sure the cosy close
in a quaint harbour town will be a safe place to hide and figure
out what to do next. But things are not all as they seem in the
close, and the neighbours who welcome her with open arms, are
keeping secrets. When Nia finds the body of one of her new friends
lying on the beach, she feels sickeningly sure that the killer is
dangerously near to home. Who killed her friend and why did she
have to die? And if Nia discovers the answers she's looking for, is
she next on their hit list? Good neighbours may become good
friends, but they can also make deadly enemies... Mary Grand's
intricate psychological mysteries set on the Isle of Wight are
perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Lucy Foley, Agatha Christie and
The Isle of Wight Murders. What readers are saying about Mary
Grand: 'Truly a great puzzler with a superb ending! I HIGHLY
Recommend!!!' 'Wow I'm so so impressed it had me gripped start to
finish and I couldn't put it down. I completed within 1 night and
such a page turner' 'So many twists and turns to keep the reader
guessing to the very end. An excellent read.' 'Brilliant if you
love psychological thrillers like me.' 'A sinister "whodunit" that
is not your typical police procedural.'
'A dark, gritty, and compulsive read' Daily Express
Nineteen-year-old Sally is battered and bruised, and lying in the
hospital once again. It's nothing new, it's happened before and
it'll happen again. But when DI Laura Kesey introduces Sally to a
new social worker, she finds hope at a local women's domestic
violence refuge, where she's surrounded by women just like her. But
then a man is mowed down in a hit and run. Soon a second suspicious
death follows. Both deaths link back to the refuge. Has Sally found
a safe place or a new danger? *Please note this is a re-release of
The Sisters*
'A masterclass in crime fiction' Jane E James The BRAND NEW
thriller from bestselling author Ross Greenwood! When DI Barton is
asked to investigate a seemingly innocuous fire that kills, he
believes it's either children fooling around or a worrying
racially-motivated crime. As he delves deeper into the case, he
soon realises that there is a history of similar blazes spread out
over many years, all within a close area. An idea suggested by
pathologist Mortis makes Barton suspect he has the arsonist's
motives wrong. When a night worker comes forward with a tip, Barton
narrows down the suspects. But with all of them acting
suspiciously, he knows for sure that one or more of them must be
lying. And when a huge house blaze shocks everyone, Barton fears
the killer has lost all control. Who is The Fire Killer? What will
be next to burn? DI Barton is back as Ross Greenwood continues with
his bestselling series, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham and Ian
Rankin. 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
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On Gangs
(Hardcover)
Scott H. Decker, David C Pyrooz, James A. Densley
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R3,011
Discovery Miles 30 110
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Ships in 18 - 22 working days
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Gangs are multifaceted and varied, so any attempt to understand
them cannot be restricted to a singular approach. On Gangs provides
a diverse and comprehensive survey of the available theories for
understanding this social issue as well as the broad range of
responses to it. The authors look at the many influences on gangs'
operation, growth, prevention, and enforcement. The authors provide
different criminological, psychological, and sociological
approaches to gang studies, including interviews with past and
current gang members. On Gangs presents the core issues for
understanding gangs, including emerging topics like prison gangs,
gender and gangs, and international gangs. There is also a focus on
policing, legislation, and punishment. Weaving together research
and policy findings to address the causes, contexts, and
consequences of gangs, the authors address topics including
joining, resisting, and leaving gangs, and how gangs operate in
communities and institutions. An authoritative and sweeping tour of
gang scholarship, On Gangs showcases the critical evidence-based
solutions in prevention, enforcement, legislation, and
intervention. The authors seek to answer the question: How do we
effectively deal with gangs and gang membership?
The BRAND NEW gritty gangland thriller from Heather Atkinson!To
survive, they'll need to stick together...After the defeat of the
rival Gordon and Thompson families, the Blood Brothers' reputations
as feared lieutenants of the McVay clan are firmly established. The
Gallowburn has become an untouchable stronghold in their capable
hands. However, danger rears its head in another form - Jamie's
deadliest foe, Cameron Abernethy. Still fighting to be released
from prison, Cameron decides to use the Lawson family, the Blood
Brothers' biggest rivals, to discover his daughter's whereabouts.
With his enemies getting closer, and the police on his tail too,
Jamie has some impossible choices to make. This is his last chance
to live the life he's dreamed of with the woman he loves, but first
he's got to make sure he's not caught or killed... If you love
Kimberley Chambers, and Jessie Keane, you'll love Blood Pact.
Discover the bestselling gangland author Heather Atkinson and
you'll never look back... What readers are saying about Heather
Atkinson: 'Another brilliant book from Heather...she really is one
the best in the business. ' 'I have read ALL Heather Atkinson's
books. They are all fantastic.' 'All Heather's books are action
packed and have you on edge.' 'I stumbled upon Heather's books and
I'm so glad I did, characters excellent and storylines are great ,
I find myself searching the book stores for more of them to read
the minute I finish one.'
The BRAND NEW gritty gangland thriller from Heather Atkinson!To
survive, they'll need to stick together...After the defeat of the
rival Gordon and Thompson families, the Blood Brothers' reputations
as feared lieutenants of the McVay clan are firmly established. The
Gallowburn has become an untouchable stronghold in their capable
hands. However, danger rears its head in another form - Jamie's
deadliest foe, Cameron Abernethy. Still fighting to be released
from prison, Cameron decides to use the Lawson family, the Blood
Brothers' biggest rivals, to discover his daughter's whereabouts.
With his enemies getting closer, and the police on his tail too,
Jamie has some impossible choices to make. This is his last chance
to live the life he's dreamed of with the woman he loves, but first
he's got to make sure he's not caught or killed... If you love
Kimberley Chambers, and Jessie Keane, you'll love Blood Pact.
Discover the bestselling gangland author Heather Atkinson and
you'll never look back... What readers are saying about Heather
Atkinson: 'Another brilliant book from Heather...she really is one
the best in the business. ' 'I have read ALL Heather Atkinson's
books. They are all fantastic.' 'All Heather's books are action
packed and have you on edge.' 'I stumbled upon Heather's books and
I'm so glad I did, characters excellent and storylines are great ,
I find myself searching the book stores for more of them to read
the minute I finish one.'
From the stranger in the car, to the madman at her door... Perfect
for fans of Liane Moriarty, Shari Lapena and Lisa Jewell 'It's a
shocking thriller that grabs at your emotions on every page! Loved
it.' bestselling author Lauren North The day my path crossed with
Simon Fox I thought I'd already lost everything but then he almost
ran me off the road with his flash car and belittling jibes. The
men in my life had undermined me for too long. Enough was enough.
Fuelled by alcohol and the desire to get even, I decided a spot of
petty vandalism would make me feel a whole lot better. Wrong. Very
wrong... I hadn't realised that Simon Fox was not a man to be
messed with. He showed me just how much I still had left to lose.
Soon I was battling for my home, family and life. Praise for Gemma
Rogers: 'Captivating and enthralling, a story of revenge,
infidelity, friendship and love. An outstanding book by an
outstanding author, I give this book five shiny golden stars' Anita
Waller 'A well-written and thoroughly entertaining thriller from a
very talented author' John Nicoll 'Unputdownable. a nail-biting
thriller that grips to the very last page.' Keri Beevis 'A
beautifully written edge-of-your-seat thriller that had me guessing
right until the end' Dreda Say Mitchell 'A brilliant thriller from
an exciting new voice. Stalker it had me on the edge of my seat'
Kerry Barnes 'An atmospheric, taut thriller which keeps you hooked
from the first page' Jacqui Rose 'A cracking read. Brilliantly
written characters and a gripping plot. Highly recommended.' Caz
Finlay 'A page-turning must-read. It will have you hooked from the
first page until the last' Stephanie Harte 'An intense thriller -
it's a must-read' Sam Michaels 'An incredible read that had me
engrossed from the first page. A five-star read' Alex Kane 'A real
page turner, full of sinister secrets' Casey Kelleher
From the stranger in the car, to the madman at her door... Perfect
for fans of Liane Moriarty, Shari Lapena and Lisa Jewell 'It's a
shocking thriller that grabs at your emotions on every page! Loved
it.' bestselling author Lauren North The day my path crossed with
Simon Fox I thought I'd already lost everything but then he almost
ran me off the road with his flash car and belittling jibes. The
men in my life had undermined me for too long. Enough was enough.
Fuelled by alcohol and the desire to get even, I decided a spot of
petty vandalism would make me feel a whole lot better. Wrong. Very
wrong... I hadn't realised that Simon Fox was not a man to be
messed with. He showed me just how much I still had left to lose.
Soon I was battling for my home, family and life. Praise for Gemma
Rogers: 'Captivating and enthralling, a story of revenge,
infidelity, friendship and love. An outstanding book by an
outstanding author, I give this book five shiny golden stars' Anita
Waller 'A well-written and thoroughly entertaining thriller from a
very talented author' John Nicoll 'Unputdownable. a nail-biting
thriller that grips to the very last page.' Keri Beevis 'A
beautifully written edge-of-your-seat thriller that had me guessing
right until the end' Dreda Say Mitchell 'A brilliant thriller from
an exciting new voice. Stalker it had me on the edge of my seat'
Kerry Barnes 'An atmospheric, taut thriller which keeps you hooked
from the first page' Jacqui Rose 'A cracking read. Brilliantly
written characters and a gripping plot. Highly recommended.' Caz
Finlay 'A page-turning must-read. It will have you hooked from the
first page until the last' Stephanie Harte 'An intense thriller -
it's a must-read' Sam Michaels 'An incredible read that had me
engrossed from the first page. A five-star read' Alex Kane 'A real
page turner, full of sinister secrets' Casey Kelleher
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