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Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Crime & criminology > Organized crime
When you're working undercover the smallest mistake can cost you
your life.'A riveting read full of tension and suspense with a
vivid cast of characters and an enticing plot.' Heather
BurnsideDetective Constable Bailey Morgan has been out of the
undercover game since her last job went horribly wrong, leaving her
with scars inside and out. When her colleague Alice is found dead
whilst working deep cover in a women's prison, Bailey steps in to
replace her. Working alone, Bailey embarks on a dangerous journey
through the murky underbelly of the prison and soon discovers that
Alice's death was part of a spate of brutal murders. Surrounded by
prison officers, criminals and lowlifes, the slightest mistake
could cost Bailey her life. Heart-stopping and gripping. Perfect
for the fans of hit TV shows such as Line of Duty, Orange is the
New Black and Bad Girls. What readers are saying about Jailbird:
'Fast paced and addictive.' Ross Greenwood 'I have nothing negative
at all to say about this book. I can't wait for the next book from
this author as she has extreme talent.' 'Flows well, extremely good
plot! One of the best reads of the year. HIGHLY recommend!!!'
'Absolutely loved this book! The story flows, the characters are
fascinating and I couldn't tear myself away. Highly recommended.'
'This one is a sure winner!' 'I was literally on the edge of my
seat reading this book.' 'I was totally engrossed in this book.'
When you're working undercover the smallest mistake can cost you
your life.'A riveting read full of tension and suspense with a
vivid cast of characters and an enticing plot.' Heather
BurnsideDetective Constable Bailey Morgan has been out of the
undercover game since her last job went horribly wrong, leaving her
with scars inside and out. When her colleague Alice is found dead
whilst working deep cover in a women's prison, Bailey steps in to
replace her. Working alone, Bailey embarks on a dangerous journey
through the murky underbelly of the prison and soon discovers that
Alice's death was part of a spate of brutal murders. Surrounded by
prison officers, criminals and lowlifes, the slightest mistake
could cost Bailey her life. Heart-stopping and gripping. Perfect
for the fans of hit TV shows such as Line of Duty, Orange is the
New Black and Bad Girls. What readers are saying about Jailbird:
'Fast paced and addictive.' Ross Greenwood 'I have nothing negative
at all to say about this book. I can't wait for the next book from
this author as she has extreme talent.' 'Flows well, extremely good
plot! One of the best reads of the year. HIGHLY recommend!!!'
'Absolutely loved this book! The story flows, the characters are
fascinating and I couldn't tear myself away. Highly recommended.'
'This one is a sure winner!' 'I was literally on the edge of my
seat reading this book.' 'I was totally engrossed in this book.'
Through analysis of data held by the National Crime Agency on
organised crime groups, and in-depth analysis of qualitative
interviews with convicted fraudsters and enforcement professionals,
this detailed study fills a significant gap in the contemporary
literature on organised crime groups involved in fraud. Throughout
the chapters, the perspective of convicted offenders and those
involved in its policing are juxtaposed to show the ease of
committing fraud from the perspective of offenders on the one hand,
and the investigative challenges experienced by law enforcement
officers on the other. May and Bhardwa's insights shed light on
offender motivations, routes into fraud and organised crime, and
the nature and shape of organised crime groups and their
operations. Alongside the offender perspective the law enforcement
interviews provide a unique interpretation of the procedural and
legislative weaknesses that appear to allow this type of offender
to make considerable financial gain. The key recommendations based
on empirical findings will greatly benefit those interested in
understanding the links between fraud and organised crime in the UK
and those seeking to improve enforcement efforts.
Just as South Africans were starting to come to grips with the staggering cost of state capture, the Bosasa bombshell hit the country. This grand-scale corruption scandal cost South Africa billions of rands while the politicians involved were bought for as little as braai packs and booze.
While investigating state capture, The Zondo commission of inquiry blew the lid off the tangled web of bribery that was Bosasa. Gripping testimony before the commission about “little black books”, cash bribes and walk-in vaults held the public in thrall while a new realisation dawned: The notorious Gupta family had not been the only ones pillaging the country. In The Bosasa Billions, best-selling author James-Brent Styan and co-writer Paul Vecchiatto uncover the sordid story of how one company exploited the greed of corrupt politicians and bureaucrats to establish an extensive tender network stretching right to the top of the ANC government.
Its cast of characters include:
- Angelo Agrizzi, the whistleblower who makes new revelations to Styan about the secrets behind Bosasa’s glittering profit margins
- Vernie Petersen, the prisons boss who waged a lonely battle against the dark forces taking over his department, and
- Gavin Watson, the ultra-religious Bosasa puppet master who parlayed his family’s struggle credentials into vast wealth while leading his employees in prayer every morning.
Ultimately, however, Bosasa was not in the business of saving souls, but selling them.
When the hunter becomes the hunted... Perfect for fans of Liane
Moriarty, Shari Lapena and Lisa Jewell. It was eight o'clock on a
Sunday morning when I was attacked. He burst into my life, turning
my world upside down. He took everything he wanted and left me
broken. Now the police can't find him. They have no idea who he is
or what he's capable of. But I do. I know just how dangerous he is
and if they can't stop him before he hurts someone else, then I
will. Praise for Gemma Rogers: '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
When the hunter becomes the hunted... Perfect for fans of Liane
Moriarty, Shari Lapena and Lisa Jewell. It was eight o'clock on a
Sunday morning when I was attacked. He burst into my life, turning
my world upside down. He took everything he wanted and left me
broken. Now the police can't find him. They have no idea who he is
or what he's capable of. But I do. I know just how dangerous he is
and if they can't stop him before he hurts someone else, then I
will. Praise for Gemma Rogers: '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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