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'A breathtaking thriller. A classic in the making' PETER JAMES
'Hugely impressive and compelling' WILLIAM BOYD 'Look out for The
Scarlet Papers . . . Engrossing' STEVE CAVANAGH ___________ VIENNA,
1946: A brilliant German scientist snatched from the ruins of Nazi
Europe MOSCOW, 1964: A US diplomat caught in a clandestine love
affair as the Cold War rages RIGA, 1992: A Russian archivist
selling secrets that will change the twentieth century forever
LONDON, THE PRESENT DAY: A British academic on the run with the
chance to solve one of history's greatest mysteries Their stories,
their lives, and the fate of the world are bound by a single
manuscript. A document feared and whispered about in capitals
across the globe In its pages, history will be rewritten. It is
only ever known as . . . THE SCARLET PAPERS The devastating secrets
contained within teased by a brief invitation: Tomorrow 11AM. Take
a cab and pay in cash. Tell no one. ___________ 'Smart, slick and
totally gripping . . . The Scarlet Papers is always credible,
always startling and almost painfully human. A total triumph' TONY
PARSONS 'A masterpiece' TIM GLISTER 'Grand in scope and packed with
fascinating insights' MICK HERRON 'An extraordinary novel' HOLLY
WATT 'Addictive, original and outrageously entertaining . . .
Matthew Richardson proves himself a writer of huge talent and
skill' CHARLOTTE PHILBY 'An epic read!' JEREMY DUNS
ONLY SHE KNOWS THE TRUTH. ONLY HE CAN TELL THE WORLD. PRE-ORDER
2023's MOST EXTRAORDINARY THRILLER... 'A breathtaking thriller. A
classic in the making.' PETER JAMES VIENNA, 1946 A brilliant German
scientist spirited out of the ruins Nazi Europe in search of a new
life MOSCOW, 1964 A rising star of the British diplomatic service
whose job is not what it seems LONDON, THE PRESENT DAY A once
promising academic offered an opportunity to seal his place in
history Their stories, their lives, and the fate of the world, are
bound by a single document: THE SCARLET PAPERS The devastating
secrets contained within teased by a brief invitation: Tomorrow
11AM. Take a cab and pay in cash. Tell no one. ___________________
'Smart, slick and totally gripping...The Scarlet Papers is always
credible, always startling and almost painfully human. A total
triumph.' TONY PARSONS 'Look out for The Scarlet Papers...An
engrossing adventure' STEVE CAVANAGH 'A masterpiece' TIM GLISTER
'Grand in scope, and packed with fascinating insights' MICK HERRON
'An extraordinary novel' HOLLY WATT 'Addictive, original and
outrageously entertaining...Matthew Richardson proves himself a
writer of huge talent and skill.' CHARLOTTE PHILBY 'An epic read!'
JEREMY DUNS
The opening battles on the Western Front marked a watershed in
military history. A dramatic, almost Napoleonic war of movement
quickly gave way to static, attritional warfare in which modern
weaponry had forced the combatants to take to the earth. Some of
the last cavalry charges took place in the same theatre in which
armoured cars, motorcycles and aeroplanes were beginning to make
their presence felt. These dramatic developments were recorded in
graphic detail by soldiers who were eyewitnesses to them. There is
a freshness and immediacy to their accounts which Matthew
Richardson exploits in this thoroughgoing reassessment of the 1914
campaign. His vivid narrative emphasises the perspective of the
private soldiers and the junior officers of the British Army, the
men at the sharp end of the fighting.
In this compelling new study of the disastrous 1940 campaign in
France and Flanders, Matthew Richardson reconstructs in vivid
detail the British army's defeat as it was experienced by the
soldiers of a single battalion, the 2nd/5th Leicesters. These men
typified the ill-equipped, under-trained British battalions that
faced the blitzkrieg and the might of Hitler's legions. They were
thrown into a series of desperate, one-sided engagements that
resulted in a humiliating retreat, then evacuation from Dunkirk.
This is their story.Matthew Richardson is curator of social history
at Manx National Heritage and was formerly assistant keeper of the
Liddle Collection at the University of Leeds. He has a long-term
interest in military history and research, focusing in particular
on the First and Second World Wars and on the history of the
Leicestershire Regiment. In addition to writing many magazine
articles on military history, he has published the following books:
The Tigers and Fighting Tigers. He is currently working on 1914:
Clash of Empires.
'Cyber Crime: Law and Practice', now in its second edition, tackles
the fast-growing topic of cyber crime and covers a wide range of
issues from electronic fraud, data, interception of communications,
cyber stalking, online theft and intellectual property to more
involved topics like malicious communications and the rules of
evidence relating to cyber-crimes and computers. The second edition
contains updated information on: New Offences under the Computer
Misuse Act 1990, Investigatory Powers Act 2016, Data Protection Act
2018 and GDPR, and new CPS guidance on prosecution of offences
relating to social media. Using detailed case studies, examples and
statutory extracts the author explains all aspects of cyber crime
and computer crime. 'Cyber Crime: Law and Practice' provides a
practical, easy-to-follow guide for practitioners in the field, as
well as those in law enforcement and academia.
Isle of Man at War 1939-45 presents the remarkable story of the
Manx people, and their homeland, in the most destructive conflict
of the twentieth century. Few people are now aware of the
extraordinary role that this small island played in assisting the
allied war effort. Yet for six years, a place best known for
motorcycle racing and as a holiday playground became a heavily
armed fortress. Hundreds of airmen, soldiers and sailors were
trained in readiness for combat. Thousands of enemy aliens were
imprisoned behind the barbed wire of its camps, alongside those of
British birth who were deemed to be a threat to security. Top
secret radar was developed, and the Island's merchant fleet played
a vital role at Dunkirk and D-Day. On battlefields around the
world, gallant Manxmen fought bravely, whilst at home, in spite of
the pressures which total war brought to society, there was a
perhaps surprising tolerance for those with pacifist beliefs.
Likewise, though there was increased government control in almost
all areas of life, these were times of great advancement for Manx
democracy. The story is told in the words of those who were there -
some of these eyewitnesses speaking for the first time about their
experiences, and among them the last survivors of that generation.
Their accounts bring a freshness and immediacy to this remarkably
vivid narrative.
The financial collapse of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2008 led
to one of the most sweeping government interventions in private
financial markets in history. The bailout has already cost American
taxpayers close to $150 billion, and substantially more will be
needed. The U.S. economy--and by extension, the global financial
system--has a lot riding on Fannie and Freddie. They cannot fail,
yet that is precisely what these mortgage giants are guaranteed to
do. How can we limit the damage to our economy, and avoid making
the same mistakes in the future?
"Guaranteed to Fail" explains how poorly designed government
guarantees for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac led to the debacle of
mortgage finance in the United States, weighs different reform
proposals, and provides sensible, practical recommendations.
Despite repeated calls for tougher action, Washington has expanded
the scope of its guarantees to Fannie and Freddie, fueling more and
more housing and mortgages all across the economy--and putting all
of us at risk. This book unravels the dizzyingly immense, highly
interconnected businesses of Fannie and Freddie. It proposes a
unique model of reform that emphasizes public-private partnership,
one that can serve as a blueprint for better organizing and
managing government-sponsored enterprises like Fannie Mae and
Freddie Mac. In doing so, "Guaranteed to Fail" strikes a cautionary
note about excessive government intervention in markets.
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The thrilling novel of espionage and murder set in the dark heart
of Westminster, from the UK's most exciting new spy writer A
Russian defector is found brutally murdered in a London hotel. Only
four people knew he had turned - the four most important and
powerful figures in Whitehall. There's only one conclusion: A mole
has infiltrated the highest levels of the nation's security.
Operating in secret from within Westminster's darkest corners,
former spy, Solomon Vine, must uncover the traitor. Because
Britain's future hangs in the balance. And with it, the fate of the
whole world . . . Praise for Matthew Richardson 'Proof that the spy
genre is flourishing in the 21st century . . . [Richardson's]
plotting has an old-school, Swiss-clock precision' The Guardian
'Compelling, intense and sharply authentic' James Swallow,
bestselling author of Nomad 'A splendid tale of espionage starring
an old-fashioned MI6 hero . . . Exciting spy literature' The Times
'A bang-up-to-date thriller told with old-school panache. A great
read' Mick Herron, CWA Gold Dagger-winning author of the Slough
House Series
Brian McReynolds has finally graduated at the top of his class from
the police academy as a detective. He lands a job with the New York
Police Department in the Homicide division. Both good and bad come
his way when he falls in love with a beautiful waitress at the
local diner, but his best friend becomes involved in drugs. Now
Brian must try to help his friend before it's too late.
Brian McReynolds has finally graduated at the top of his class from
the police academy as a detective. He lands a job with the New York
Police Department in the Homicide division. Both good and bad come
his way when he falls in love with a beautiful waitress at the
local diner, but his best friend becomes involved in drugs. Now
Brian must try to help his friend before it's too late.
Why Am I Gay? A comprehensive guide book designed to help you
better understand Gay Sexuality and how to move towards becoming
Spiritually Gay. Giving you insights into what makes a person gay,
as well as pages of understanding and support for both gay and
straight individuals. This book covers the physical, mental and
spiritual aspects of a gay individual. It also includes answers to:
- Why am I Gay? - How does Gay Sexuality occur? How Past Lives, The
Mind and Mental Energy affect Gay Sexuality. - Understanding Gay
Spirituality. - Advice for parents and gay youth. - The importance
of dreams and meditation.
A is for ... Awards. "The Inbetweeners" has proved a huge comedy
hit and has won a host of well deserved awards. Among their haul of
gongs was, in 2010, the Audience Award at the British Academy
Television Awards, the only award voted for by the viewers. B is
for . . . Blake Harrison. Blake plays Neil Sutherland, not the
brightest spark in the foursome. Learn all about Blake's childhood,
growing up in Peckham, South London, and how when he was at school,
he was the romantic type, not the stupid one! C is for . . . Carli
D'Amato, the long-standing object of Simon's desire. To Simon's
annoyance, clever, sweet Carli has a boyfriend so he'll never be
able to get as close to her as he wants. Or will he? Everything you
have ever wanted to know about the best comedy show in years is
within these pages! Find yourself knee-deep in "Inbetweeners" facts
as you read all about how the show came to be such a success, where
it is filmed, and who watched it, as well as the inside stories of
the cast and charaters we have come to know and love.
'PROOF THAT THE SPY GENRE IS FLOURISHING IN THE 21ST CENTURY'
Guardian 'I know for certain that there is a mole somewhere within
the intelligence services . . . His codename is Nobody . . .'
Solomon Vine is a spy on a fast track to the top. But when a
prisoner is shot in unexplained circumstances on his watch, only
suspension and exile beckon. Three months later, MI6's Head of
Station in Istanbul is violently abducted from his home. With the
Service in lockdown, uncertain of who can be trusted, thoughts turn
to the missing man's oldest friend: Solomon Vine. On the run and
determined to clear his name, Vine tries to uncover the truth. But
his investigation soon reveals that there's much more at stake than
the life of a single spy... 'Compelling, intense and sharply
authentic' James Swallow, bestselling author of Nomad 'A supremely
confident debut' Daily Mail 'Authentic, mysterious, fraught with
deception, betrayal, and uncertain allegiances' Jason Matthews,
author of Red Sparrow 'Such a smart, pacey, twisty thriller.
Tremendous!' C.J. Tudor, author of The Chalk Man# Test
Habitat loss and degradation are currently the main anthropogenic
causes of species extinctions. The root cause is human
overpopulation. This unique volume provides, for the very first
time, a comprehensive overview of all threatened and recently
extinct mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fishes within the
context of their locations and habitats. The approach takes a
systematic examination of each biogeographic realm and region of
the world, both terrestrial and marine, but with a particular
emphasis on geographic features such as mountains, islands, and
coral reefs. It reveals patterns useful in biodiversity
conservation, helps to put it all into perspective, and ultimately
serves as both a baseline from which to compare subsequent
developments as well as a standardization of the way threatened
species are studied.
The reader will perhaps be surprised to learn that the tiny Isle of
Man, midway between the coasts of Lancashire and Northern Ireland,
is one of the richest historic landscapes in Europe. Packed into
its 225 square miles are dramatic stories of Bronze Age conflict,
Viking warriors, Medieval kings, smugglers, maritime and railway
history, wartime airfields and even a pirate radio station. Add to
that the Island's unique motorsport heritage (on two, three and
four wheels), and you have a combination unrivalled anywhere in the
British Isles. Whatever your passion, or whichever historical
period appeals to you, the Isle of Man will have something
fascinating to offer. Packed with illustrations, and using
first-hand accounts to enhance the narrative, this book takes the
reader on a chronological journey through the island's history,
before offering a series of guided tours which pick up the
highlights of each district. From Bronze Age hill forts, to
Medieval castles. From heritage railways, to historic quaysides.
From award-winning museums, to country mansions, the Isle of Man
has it all. Let this book be your guide to historic Britain's
best-kept secret, as you explore a place untouched by the hectic
pace of 21st century life, where heritage is, quite literally, to
be found around every corner.
There is virtually universal agreement that the fundamental cause
of the global economic and financial crisis of 2007-2009 was the
combination of a credit boom and a housing bubble, but it is much
less clear why this combination of events led to such a severe
financial crisis. Manufacturing Tail Risk: A Perspective on the
Financial Crisis of 2007-2009 argues that what made this economic
shock unique and led to such a severe financial crisis was the
behavior of many of the large, complex financial institutions
(LCFIs) that today dominate the financial industry. These LCFIs
ignored their own business model of securitization and chose not to
transfer credit risk to other investors. Instead, they employed
securitization to manufacture and retain tail risk that was
systemic in nature and inadequately capitalized. Manufacturing Tail
Risk: A Perspective on the Financial Crisis of 2007-2009 provides a
brief history of how the U.S. financial system evolved into its
current form. It presents the manner in which banks built tail
(systemic) risk exposures in large measure to get around capital
requirements, in contrast to their earlier business models, and it
explains how lax regulation contributed to these outcomes. It also
examines alternative explanations for the financial crisis. The
authors conclude that global imbalances and loose monetary policy
were relevant proximate contributors to the crisis by producing an
asset-price bubble in the United States that ultimately led to the
financial crisis. Manufacturing Tail Risk: A Perspective on the
Financial Crisis of 2007-2009 concludes with a discussion of
possible remedies to charge banks for manufacturing tail risks and
to contain such propensity in the first place. And while the focus
is on the United States, the authors review risk-taking and
realized losses by LCFIs in other parts of the world.
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