New Releases by Anne White

Kit Darling es la chica de la limpieza, la "chica invisible" que tiene el peligroso hábito de husmear las vidas de sus ricos clientes. Es un pasatiempo inofensivo hasta que Kit llega a una casa nueva y allí ve algo que la deja helada: un secreto tan oscuro que podría destruir a la privilegiada pareja que espera su primer hijo. Kit se convierte en una amenaza para la familia y ellos son un peligro aun mayor para Kit. La detective Mallory Van Alst llega a la lujosa casa conocida como la Casa de Cristal y lo que ve al entrar es una escena tan sangrienta que no cabe duda de que allí hubo un ataque. Es improbable que la víctima esté viva pero no hay ningún cuerpo, los propietarios no están y la chica de la limpieza ha desaparecido. El único testigo es una anciana senil que se despertó durante la noche y fue la última persona que vio a Kit Darling con vida. Mallory necesita averiguar qué ocurrió allí, qué pudo arrastrar las vidas de todos los involucrados a un torbellino mortal... pero el camino está lleno de pistas falsas. Lo único que está claro es que nadie escapa de su pasado.

De-Stalinization and the House of Culture (1990) looks at the houses of culture – arts centres which in the Stalinist period functioned as agencies of political socialisation – and the changes in their character and functions since Stalin’s death. This book explores the diminishing control of the Communist Party over public leisure from 1953 to the present day, as one aspect of the de-Stalinization and the dismantling of the totalitarian system. It focuses on the changing nature and functions of the ‘cultural enlightenment’ conducted in houses of culture and similar institutions. Public rejection of the Stalinist attempt to saturate all leisure activities with propaganda and to liquidate many national cultural traditions have gradually forced the party to relinquish much of its leading role in this area. The book compares this process in three different Soviet-type systems, the USSR, Poland and Hungary. It discusses depoliticization of house of culture activities and, especially in the era of perestroika, their eventual repoliticization by unofficial associations concerned with a mix of political, cultural, social and environmental issues. Today the house of culture, a quintessentially Stalinist institution, paradoxically provides a home for an emergent civil society.

Polish Cities of Migration analyses how Poland is transitioning to a new identity as a ‘country of immigration’, although its ‘country of emigration’ identity remains strong outside a handful of bigger cities. The book explores two interconnected puzzles: how Poland’s migration transition is influenced by the fact that it is simultaneously a country of emigration, and why migrants are spreading out beyond the metropolises, often settling with their families in smaller cities with limited labour markets, cities from which Poles themselves continue to migrate. It argues that migrants’ feeling of comfort in such locations can be explained mostly by network and lifestyle considerations. These link to impressions that local Poles – who used to be migrants themselves, and/or have family and friends abroad – possess pragmatic and accepting attitudes towards migration, particularly from Ukraine. The book is based on in-depth interviews with 37 Polish return migrants, 70 Ukrainians and 17 other foreigners living in Kalisz, Płock and Piła. Key concepts include migration culture, livelihood strategies and place attachment. The analysis is situated within a wide range of existing secondary literature and contributes towards understanding the impact of migration on Poland, Ukrainian labour migration and wider global migration processes in the twenty-first century. Praise for Polish Cities of Migration ''A nuanced portrait of a Central European country in an era of fundamental socio-cultural transformations brought about by migration ... A valuable and original contribution to the field of European migration research ... based on impressive empirical material.'' Katarzyna Andrejuk, Polish Academy of Sciences ‘This superb book by a leading authority on Polish migration breaks new ground by focusing on smaller Polish cities and the simultaneous impact of continuing emigration, return migration and Ukrainian immigration in shaping Poland’s transition to a new country of net in-migration.’ Russell King, University of Sussex

A deviously twisty novel of psychological suspense about secrets, neighbors, a need to belong, and murder by the award-winning author of The Maid''s Diary. Socially awkward Chloe Cooper divides her time between dog walking, bartending, caring for her ailing mother, and at a safe distance, watching people and inventing the stories of their lives. Like Chloe''s new neighbors: glamorous influencer Jemma Spengler and Jemma''s husband, Adam, a renowned surgeon. They''re attractive, wealthy, and in a house of open windows, so exposed. A move to the Pacific Northwest is supposed to be a fresh start for Jemma and Adam. It''s a renewed commitment to a marriage fractured by secrets. A chance to work through the tragic losses in their past. For Jemma, however, this new beginning also comes with an unnerving sensation that she''s being watched. Then, on a fog-shrouded beach early in the morning, Chloe witnesses the murder of a swimmer. Her suspicions aroused, she suddenly sees her neighbors in a sinister new light. But as a detective and her partner close in, nothing is quite as it seems. Because the Spenglers are not the only ones with secrets. And Chloe isn''t the only one who''s been watching.

From eating the iconic horseshoe sandwich to watching the Chicago Cubs play at Wrigley Field, Illinois is full of adventures. This title introduces the state''s people, culture, and places to visit. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Ela guarda muito mais do que as chaves das casas de seus clientes. Ela guarda consigo os SEGREDOS. Kit Darling é uma empregada com um vício em bisbilhotar. Ela se considera a “garota invisível”, compulsivamente intrometida na vida discreta de seus clientes abastados. Era um passatempo inofensivo, até que Kit vê algo que não devia na casa de seus mais recentes empregadores – um segredo tão sombrio que poderia arruinar o casal rico que espera seu primeiro filho. Isso transforma Kit em uma ameaça para o casal. E transforma o casal – capaz de matar para proteger seu segredo – em uma ameaça para Kit. Quando a detetive Mallory Van Alst é convocada para uma cena de crime em uma mansão à beira do lago conhecida como a Casa de Vidro, ela se depara com evidências de um ataque tão brutal que é pouco provável que a vítima tenha sobrevivido. Mas não há corpo. Os proprietários sumiram, e a empregada está desaparecida. A única testemunha é uma vizinha idosa que acordou no meio da noite ao som de gritos. Ela também foi a última pessoa a ver Kit Darling com vida. À medida que a detetive desvenda o segredo que lançou todos os envolvidos em uma tortuosa e inescapável rota de colisão, ela percebe que nada é como parece. E que ninguém consegue fugir do passado. Até onde você iria para proteger um segredo que pode te DESTRUIR? “Loreth Anne White definiu o patamar de ouro para o gênero.” — Debra Webb, autora best-seller do USA Today"

Explores the techniques and equipment needed for saltwater fishing, provides background information on fishing regulations, and covers guidelines for safety and conservation. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Kuinka hän voisi tuomita tämän miehen kuolemaan? Maailman silmissä Jean-Charles Laroque on oman ahneutensa sokaisema. Onko mies tarpeeksi kylmäverinen ollakseen myös palkkasoturi ja hirmuhallitsija, joka ansaitsee kauhean kohtalon. Profiloija Emily Carlinin työnä on nyt ottaa miehestä selvää. USA:n hallituksen lähettämänä Emily tulee Ubasiin väärien henkilötietojen turvin. Ennen pitkää hän seisoo miehen kanssa silmätysten. Laroquen elämä - ja kuolema - on nyt Emilyn käsissä. Miehen vedenvihreät silmät lumoavat Emilyn, saavat hänet tuntemaan, että hän kuuluu tänne, Afrikan polttavan auringon alle. Emily antautuu vaaralliseen leikkiin. Jos mies saa tietää hänen nimensä, ammattinsa, tulonsa syyn… hän on tuhon oma.

Luke Stone, entinen henkivartija, ei halua välittää kenestäkään. Hänen mieltään painaa vakava epäonnistuminen ja menetetyn rakkaan muisto. Luken toimeksiantona on auttaa pelotonta toimittajaa Jessica Chania, joka on ennenkin ollut pahoissa vaikeuksissa työnsä vuoksi. Nyt Jessica on saanut aasialaisen mafian kintereilleen, ja Luke on ainoa, joka voi pelastaa hänet varmalta kuolemalta. Jessicalla on polttavaa todistusaineistoa – valokuvia, jotka saadakseen joku on valmis tappamaan…

Komennus kylmyyden keskelle... Ratsupoliisi Gabe Caruson elämä on romahtanut, koska sarjamurhaaja on tappanut hänen kihlattunsa. Gabe haluaa pois kotikulmiltaan ja saakin komennuksen kaukaiseen ja kylmään pohjoiseen. Siellä Gabe tapaa kuvankauniin jäljittäjien kuningattaren Silver Karvosen, jonka sukujuuret ylettyvät johonkin kaukaiseen ja tuntemattomaan maahan, joka tunnetaan nimellä Suomi. Tapaamisesta voisi kehittyä ihan tavallinen romanssi, mutta kolmas henkilö ilmestyy kuvioihin: se sama ihmisiä metsästävä sarjamurhaaja, joka tappoi Gaben kihlatun. Silver ja Gabe joutuvat lyöttäytymään yhteen, koska raaka ja sadistinen ihmismetsästäjä haluaa haastaa heidät molemmat. Voitosta ei luvata palkkiota, mutta tässä metsästyspelissä häviö merkitsee kuolemaa...

Coup de foudre à Hawaï, RaeAnne Thayne Hawaï, île de rêve. Sauf pour Megan, contrainte d’assister au mariage de son ex. Si elle avait eu le choix, jamais elle n’aurait accepté cette invitation, mais elle se devait d’accompagner ses filles auprès de leur père pour ce grand événement. Mais ce voyage se révèle bien plus intéressant qu’elle ne l’avait imaginé. Car, parmi les convives, elle retrouve Shane, qu’elle n’a pu oublier après leur première rencontre à Chicago... Le secret des sables, Anne Loreth White Explorant le désert, sur les traces de sa sœur disparue, Kathleen croit son sort scellé lorsque ses guides sont attaqués et qu’elle est enlevée par des hommes. L’un d’eux, pourtant, l’énigmatique Sayeed, la prend aussitôt sous sa protection et la traite avec une douceur inattendue pour un brigand de son espèce... La revanche du prince, Catherine Mann Lorsque le prince Javier Cortez prend place à bord de son jet, il a l’immense surprise d’y trouver Victoria Palmer. Victoria, sa grande passion... et la femme qui l’a quitté, un an plus tôt. Mais que fait-elle donc là ? ... aucune importance : c’est l’occasion ou jamais de la reconquérir... Romans réédités

A true crime podcast yields new revelations about a shocking murder in a riveting novel of suspense by Washington Post and Amazon Charts bestselling author Loreth Anne White. True crime podcaster Trinity Scott is chasing breakout success, and her brand-new serial may get her there. Her subject is Clayton Jay Pelley. More than two decades ago, the respected family man and guidance counselor confessed to the brutal murder of teenage student Leena Rai. But why he killed her has always been a mystery. In a series of exclusive interviews from prison, Clayton discloses to Trinity the truth about what happened that night beneath Devil''s Bridge. It''s not what anyone in the Pacific Northwest town of Twin Falls expects. Clayton says he didn''t do it. Was he lying then? Or now? As her listeners increase and ratings skyrocket, Trinity is missing a key player in the story: Rachel Walczak, the retired detective who exposed Pelley''s twisted urges and put him behind bars. She''s not interested in playing Clayton''s game--until Trinity digs deeper and the podcast''s reverb widens. Then Rachel begins to question everything she thinks she knows about the past. With each of Clayton''s teasing reveals, one thing is clear: he''s not the only one in Twin Falls with a secret.

Real-estate mogul Martin Cresswell-Smith is the best thing that has ever happened to Ellie. She imagines her new home with Martin in an Australian coastal town will be like living a fairy tale. But behind closed doors is another story--one that ends in Martin''s brutal murder. And Ellie seems almost relieved. Senior Constable Lozza Bianchi sees evidence of a twisted psychological battle and a couple who seemed to bring out the worst in each other. If anything Ellie says can be believed, that is.

"When Detective Rebecca North left her rural hometown, she vowed never to return. Her father''s apparent suicide has changed that. The official report is that retired cop Noah North shot himself, knocked over a lantern, and set his isolated cabin ablaze. But Rebecca cannot believe he killed himself. To prove it, she needs the help of Ash Haugen, the man she left behind. But Rebecca and Ash share more than broken hearts. Something darker lies between them, and the investigation is stirring it back to life. Clues lead them to the home of Olivia West and her deeply troubled twelve-year-old daughter, Tori. The child knows more about the murder than anyone can imagine, but she''s too terrified to say a word. And as a cold-blooded killer resurfaces from the past, Rebecca and Ash begin to fear that their own secrets may be even harder to survive."--from English language edition.

This title introduces young sports fans to archery, introducing the sport''s history, rules, equipment, and why more and more athletes love playing it. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Explorant le désert, sur les traces de sa sœur disparue, Kathleen croit son sort scellé lorsque ses guides sont attaqués et qu’elle est enlevée par des hommes. L’un d’eux, pourtant, l’énigmatique Sayeed, la prend aussitôt sous sa protection et la traite avec une douceur inattendue pour un brigand de son espèce... Roman réédité

This beautifully illustrated and poetic children’s book combines a fairy-tale legend with fascinating facts about fairy stones. This unique picture book shares the fantastical legend of how real-life fairy stones were formed. Woodland lore has it that the cross-shaped stones came from the solidified tears of forest fairies the day they heard that Jesus died. It’s been said that fairy stones repel witches, ghosts, goblins, ghouls, and other types of ghastly fools. The Legend of the Fairy Stones takes readers on a whimsical journey through a land of joyful fairies who combat all kinds of evil with the spirit of the fairy stones. The poetic text is paired with collage-style illustrations made from public domain art and photography. Also known as Staurolite, fairy stones form naturally all over the world. The Legend of the Fairy Stones includes educational back matter about these geological curiosities geared toward STEAM and Common Core Standards.

A secluded mountain lodge. The perfect getaway. So remote no one will ever find you. The promise of a luxury vacation at a secluded wilderness spa has brought together eight lucky guests. But nothing is what they were led to believe. As a fierce storm barrels down and all contact with the outside is cut off, the guests fear that it''s not a getaway. It''s a trap. Each one has a secret. Each one has something to hide. And now, as darkness closes in, they all have something to fear--including one another. Alerted to the vanished party of strangers, homicide cop Mason Deniaud and search and rescue expert Callie Sutton must brave the brutal elements of the mountains to find them. But even Mason and Callie have no idea how precious time is. Because the clock is ticking, and one by one, the guests of Forest Shadow Lodge are being hunted. For them, surviving becomes part of a diabolical game.

An Amazon Charts and Washington Post bestseller. She''s come back to solve the mystery of her father''s death and confront her own dark past. When Detective Rebecca North left her rural hometown, she vowed never to return. Her father''s apparent suicide has changed that. The official report is that retired cop Noah North shot himself, knocked over a lantern, and set his isolated cabin ablaze. But Rebecca cannot believe he killed himself. To prove it, she needs the help of Ash Haugen, the man she left behind. But Rebecca and Ash share more than broken hearts. Something darker lies between them, and the investigation is stirring it back to life. Clues lead them to the home of Olivia West and her deeply troubled twelve-year-old daughter, Tori. The child knows more about the murder than anyone can imagine, but she''s too terrified to say a word. And as a cold-blooded killer resurfaces from the past, Rebecca and Ash begin to fear that their own secrets may be even harder to survive.

Two undercover agents take the greatest risk of their careers—and lives—in these thrilling first two books in Loreth Anne White’s Bellona Channel series! MELTING THE ICE Hannah McGuire’s resort-town life had been quiet, happy and safe. Until her best friend was murdered and the investigation forced her into a partnership with Dr. Rex Logan—the man she’d loved, lost and been hiding from for six years. Rex had put Hannah’s life in danger once before. Now he had to face her again. And this time, to protect her, he was staying close—very close. Working to expose a terrorist who possessed a weapon that could threaten global security, Rex was defenseless in the face of the powerful passion that still simmered between them. But was passion enough? And when Hannah told Rex her own secret—that she’d borne him a son—would she put all their lives in grave danger? SAFE PASSAGE Wounded government agent Scott Armstrong hated his newest assignment—baby-sitting scientist Dr. Skye Van Rijn. He missed the excitement of working in the field, his only salvation from the tragedy that haunted his dreams. But the mission turned dangerous when he discovered an evil terrorist was also after the mysterious—and beautiful—doctor. Skye was a genius at developing biological antidotes to new diseases. Her tender touch and warm body soon began to heal Scott’s battered heart, but the deadly secrets she hid put both their lives at risk, sending them on the run, into the harsh wilderness. As their enemy closed in, Scott was forced to choose between his loyalties to his job—and his passion for the woman who might just be able to save his soul . . .