State Secrets

A shocking act of violence at the Palace of Westminster draws Edinburgh's toughest cop into a complex new case... Skinner is plunged into a web of politics and enemies in STATE SECRETS, another comp

Cookbook author Holly Llewellyn is the last person who should be labeled an "enemy of the state"—or is she? After all, her brother is a missing traitor, and with her ties to the president, the Secret

The true story behind one of the greatest political comebacks in history and a behind-the-scenes look at the woman who may become the next president of America. 'An appraisal of a compelling characte

Chronicles the return of Hillary Clinton from her primary defeat and achievements as Secretary of State through her consideration as a presidential candidate for the 2016 election, covering such topic

Contrary to popular assumption, the development of stronger oversight mechanisms actually leads to greater secrecy rather than the reverse. When Should State Secrets Stay Secret? examines modern trends in intelligence oversight development by focusing on how American oversight mechanisms combine to bolster an internal security system and thus increase the secrecy of the intelligence enterprise. Genevieve Lester uniquely examines how these oversight mechanisms have developed within all three branches of government, how they interact, and what types of historical pivot points have driven change among them. She disaggregates the concept of accountability into a series of specified criteria in order to grapple with these pivot points. This book concludes with a discussion of a series of normative questions, suggesting ways to improve oversight mechanisms based on the analytical criteria laid out in the analysis. It also includes a chapter on the workings of the CIA to which a number of CIA

Contrary to popular assumption, the development of stronger oversight mechanisms actually leads to greater secrecy rather than the reverse. When Should State Secrets Stay Secret? examines modern trends in intelligence oversight development by focusing on how American oversight mechanisms combine to bolster an internal security system and thus increase the secrecy of the intelligence enterprise. Genevieve Lester uniquely examines how these oversight mechanisms have developed within all three branches of government, how they interact, and what types of historical pivot points have driven change among them. She disaggregates the concept of accountability into a series of specified criteria in order to grapple with these pivot points. This book concludes with a discussion of a series of normative questions, suggesting ways to improve oversight mechanisms based on the analytical criteria laid out in the analysis. It also includes a chapter on the workings of the CIA to which a number of CIA

A remarkable collection of British state secrets—from Imelda Marcos and her son Bong Bong's trip to Buckingham Palace to President Eisenhower's particular problem with Winston Churchill's trousers Sto

Tracing one of the greatest political comebacks in history, HRC chronicles the resurrection of Hillary Clinton, from the political ashes of her primary defeat to the most important diplomatic position

A biography that combines deep reporting and West Wing-esque storytelling to reveal the strategising, machinations and last minute decision-making that have accompanied one of the greatest political c

New York Times bestselling authors Linda Lael Miller and Lindsay McKenna present two enthralling stories about the redemptive power of the holiday season STATE SECRETS Linda Lael Miller Secret Servic

On October 6, 1948, a U.S. Air Force B-29 Superfortress crashed soon after takeoff, killing three civilian engineers and six crew members. In June 1949, the engineers' widows filed suit against the

The mesmerizing story of Hillary Clinton's political rebirth, based on eyewitness accounts from deep inside her inner circleHillary Clinton’s surprising defeat in the 2008 Democratic primary brought h

In the dazzling conclusion to the Greystone Secrets series from New York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix, the Greystones and their doubles, the Gustanos, must team up to save the alternate world--before both worlds are lost. All secrets are revealed in this page-turning, suspenseful story that shows the importance of teamwork, telling your story, and taking action when it matters most. Now available in paperback.As book three of the Greystone Secrets series opens, the Greystone kids have their mother back from the evil alternate world, and so does their friend Natalie. But no one believes the danger is past.Then mysterious coins begin falling from unexpected places. They are inscribed with codes that look just like what the Greystones' father was working on before he died. And with the right touch, those symbols transform into words: PLEASE LISTEN. And FIND US, SEE US, HELP US. . . .The coins are messengers, telling the Greystones and their allies that their friends i

The official complete screenplay of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore by J.K. Rowling & Steve Kloves, accompanied by illuminating behind-the-scenes content and commentary.

Our mountain watches over us - steadfast and strong... Discover the secrets of the mountain in this stunning picture book. Watch the world transform as day turns to night and explore the never-ending

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and literary phenomenon V.C. Andrews (Flowers in the Attic, My Sweet Audrina) comes a shivery gothic tale of romance, class divisions, and the secrets that ha

Discover some amazing animals and how they adapt to winter with this gorgeously illustrated book that reveals nature’s wintertime secrets. By simply holding the book up to the light, or shining a ligh

Unfold the adventure of a lifetime as you sail up the longest river in the world with Lonely Planet Kids Unfolding Journeys - Secrets of the Nile . This sensational fold-out frieze is more than six-fe

In Rabbits, Hats and Secrets, take a peek behind the curtain to discover a world of illusions. Learn how to perform tricks such as sawing a person in half!Oxford Reading Tree inFact is a non-fiction s

What Secrets Are Hiding in the Shadows? Noah and his friends thought they had seen it all during their first journey into the Secret Zoo?but it was only the beginning. Now they must train to become

Mary Buffett and David Clark help readers understand Warren Buffett's management secrets.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden comes a gripping psychological thriller about a YouTube sensation who has secrets hidden offline that might be enough to destroy her. Everyone has secrets. But some are worse than others. . .Everyone has secrets.YouTube baking sensation April Masterson knows the secret to the perfect gooey brownies. Or how to make key lime squares that will melt in your mouth. But if you keep watching her offline, you may find out some other secrets about April. Secrets she’d rather you didn’t know.Like where did her son go when he snuck out of the house? What was she doing with the local soccer coach behind fogged windows?And what’s buried in her backyard?Everyone has secrets. Some are worse than others.April’s secrets are enough to destroy her.I’ll make sure of that.

Welcome to the Poppy Fields, where there’s hope for even the most battered hearts to heal.Here, in a remote stretch of the California desert, lies an experimental and controversial treatment center that allows those suffering from the heartache of loss to sleep through their pain...and keep on sleeping. After patients awaken from this prolonged state of slumber, they will finally be healed. But only if they’re willing to accept the potential shadowy side effects.On a journey to this mystical destination are four very different strangers and one little dog: Ava, a book illustrator; Ray, a fireman; Sasha, an occupational therapist;Sky, a free spirit; and a friendly pup named PJ. As they attempt to make their way from the Midwest all the way west to the Poppy Fields—where they hope to find Ellis, its brilliant, enigmatic founder—each of their past secrets and mysterious motivations threaten to derail their voyage.A high-concept speculative novel about heartache, hope, and human resilience

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (MinaLima Edition)Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (MinaLima Edition)Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (MinaLima Edition)

Discover the magical world of the bestselling series The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel as a graphic novel! Experience Sophie and Josh's first adventure like never before in this adaptation complete with stunning full-color illustrations by Chris Chalik.The truth:Nicholas Flamel's tomb is empty.The legend:Nicholas Flamel lives.Nicholas Flamel is the greatest Alchemyst to ever live. The records show that he died in 1418, but what if he's actually been making the elixir of life for centuries?The secrets to eternal life are hidden within the book he protects--the Book of Abraham the Mage. It's the most powerful book that has ever existed, and in the wrong hands, it will destroy the world. And that's exactly what Dr. John Dee plans to do when he steals it.There is one hope. If the prophecy is true, Sophie and Josh Newman have the power to save everyone. Now they just have to learn to use it.

這不是一本普通的成長指南，而是一場讓你腦洞大開的秘密冒險！從躲避家長指令、破解生活規則，到發明無厘頭遊戲，本書蒐羅101個只有孩子知道的奇妙祕密。由《How to Survive》系列作者打造，風格瘋狂、幽默滿點，適合喜歡Adam Kay與Tom Gates風格的小讀者！Packed with 101 exciting secrets just for kids, this is the perfect guide to growing up, with a mix of wacky and wonderful activities and challenges to get your imagination whirring. If you’re fed up of being told what to do, by everyone, then this is the book for YOU! This funny and accessible guide is bursting full of stuff grown-ups won’t tell you. It’s time to get off the sofa, get some downtime from your screen time and discover the secret to: brainwashing your parents, training a monkey, winning sports day and making your whoopee cushion smell like a real fart.Created in the top secret Secrets Laboratory (so secret we've forgotten where it is...), this highly illustrated, laugh-out-loud book is packed with 101 exciting secrets just for kids. A hilarious book from the author of the How to Survive... series, this zany new non-fiction book is perfec

One kingdom. Three worlds. Explore the secrets of the Bamboo Kingdom in the second installment of this thrilling new series from bestselling Warriors author Erin Hunter, perfect for fans of Wings of Fire and Endling.For three pandas in the Bamboo Kingdom, secrets have changed everything. Rain, Ghost, and Leaf have only just discovered the truth about their families--but they don't have all the facts. And while they attempt to piece together the puzzle of their pasts, a threat is growing ever stronger in their homeland--a liar masquerading as a leader.Sunset, the so-called Dragon Speaker, has his own agenda, and the discovery of the triplets from an ancient prophecy will only get in his way. While Rain and Leaf struggle to agree on the next right moves, Ghost, struggling to adapt to panda life, falls under Sunset's spell.Separated, the three panda siblings are left without the information they need to take the traitorous Dragon Speaker down. But if they can find each other--and trust ea

Best friends Cookie and Broccoli discover the joy of sharing secrets with friends in this sweet and funny early graphic novel. Shh...Cookie and Broccoli's lips are sealed! That is, until the whole school happens upon Broccoli's hiding spot and overhears his super-secret nickname―and are much more encouraging than he expected. Then, Talking Rock gives the duo a cryptic clue to solving Broccoli’s boredom―the solution is the opposite of boredom. Well, the opposite of boredom is the Funnest Thing Ever, right? Cookie and Broccoli try a silly screaming contest, a bubble-blowing party, and a real-life food pyramid, but the true Funnest Thing Ever might have been in front of them all along. And it’s even more enjoyable when it’s not a secret anymore!

亨利有個秘密，卻不知道拿它怎麼辦才好，祖父建議，把秘密藏在帽子底下吧！沒想到當亨利戴上帽子，發現裡面也有祖父過去的秘密…全彩繪本，以充滿想像力的冒險旅程，描繪出祖孫間的溫暖羈絆。Henry's got a secret ... a big one!And he doesn't know what to do with it. Grandpa suggests he should keep it under his hat - and he's got just the hat for the job.But when Henry puts it on he discovers that Grandpa has some secrets of his own!A lyrical and heart-warming story celebrating the magical bond between a child and a grandparent, with full colour illustrations on every page.

"Little Mother Coralie is threatened with a fresh danger..."When Captain Belval rescues his nurse Coralie from tragedy, they are thrown into a conspiracy involving murder, money and bags of gold. Arsene Lupin, disguised as Don Luis Perenna, returns to get to the bottom of all their secrets and more importantly, get his hands on some of the gold. With danger lurking at every turn, Maurice Leblanc puts his master thief up against some of the most dangerous secrets yet.

精緻互動設計，重讀魔法世界本書為《Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets》的全新插畫特別版，由設計工作室MinaLima繪製超過150幅全彩插圖，並設計八個紙上立體互動機關。從打開通往鄧不利多辦公室的旋轉樓梯，到親手拔出尖叫的曼德拉草，每個細節都讓經典場景以新方式呈現。書中完整收錄原文內容，裝幀精美，是值得珍藏的魔法書籍。無論是初次進入霍格華茲的新讀者，或是想重新走訪密室的舊朋友，都能在這一版中獲得全新體驗。A stunning new edition of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, with beautiful full color illustrations and eight interactive paper craft elements featuring the Whomping Willow, the Weasleys' Burrow, and more. A gift to be treasured by Harry Potter fans and book lovers of all ages!Prepare to be dazzled by this new edition of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, designed and illustrated by MinaLima. With over 150 full-color illustrations and eight exclusive, interactive paper craft elements, readers will travel via the Floo Network, watch out for the Whomping Willow, reveal the spiral staircase to Dumbledore's office, pull Mandrakes from their pots, and more.This keepsake edition is the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans of all

SummaryLearn the darkest secrets of the most infamous Disney villains!This gruesome grimoire collects the deepest secrets and darkest spells of dastardly Disney villains like Maleficent, Cruella de Vi

From bestselling author Derf Backderf comes the untold story of the Kent State shootings—timed for the 50th anniversaryOn May 4, 1970, the Ohio National Guard gunned down unarmed college students prot