Written by the founder and executive director of the Quality Assurance Institute, which sponsors the most widely accepted certification program for software testingSoftware testing is a weak spot for
Based on extensive research initiated by the UK Home Office, Reducing Crime offers an objective look at the effectiveness of criminal justice interventions in the reduction of crime. Bringing together
"An essential reference for students and practitioners of public administration."--Public Administration ReviewSponsored by the American Society for Public Administration, this completely revised and
This is the first book to summarize the different instrumental approaches used to study surface reactions and interactions of geologic materials. Techniques useful for obtaining both qualitative and q
'Hugely warm, wise, hopeful and encouraging' Alain de BottonEvery parent wants their child to be happy and every parent wants to avoid screwing them up. But how do you achieve that?In this absorbing,
In this intriguing, uplifting holiday mystery from bestselling author Anne Perry, an orphan boy investigates a woman's kidnapping--and discovers there's more at stake than a disappearance.When Worm, a
A fierce memoir of a mother’s murder, a daughter’s coming-of-age in the wake of immense loss, and her mission to know the woman who gave her life. When Sarah Perry was twelve, she saw a pa
Master of mystery and historical intrigue Anne Perry once again transports readers to the banks of the Thames in Victorian London for her thrilling new William Monk novel. In Revenge in a Cold River,
More and more people are taking to two wheels, whether for their commutes, for competition or simply for enjoyment. But there is far more to the world of bicycles and bicycle snobs than meets the eye.
Gripping and provocative, the latest Thomas and Charlotte Pitt mystery by New York Times bestselling author Anne Perry peers unflinchingly into the corrupt affairs of Victorian society on the brink of
CHRISTMAS COMES TWICE THIS YEAR WITH A PAIR OF DELICIOUS VICTORIAN MYSTERIES SET ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC. A Christmas Hope “Very much recommended . . . a wonderful story.”—Hist
In Laurel Ridge, Pennsylvania, a community once united must suspect one of their ownAmish quilter Sarah Bitler's dreams no longer feature a husband and family. Instead, she searches for success in the
Now in one low-priced volume, the first three novels in the acclaimed series set in the Amish community of Pleasant Valley...Settle in to the quiet corner of Pennsylvania known as Pleasant Valley in t
Anne Perry, that incomparable novelist of life in Victorian England, has once again surpassed herself with this twenty-first installment of herNew York Times bestselling William Monk series. In Corrid
In New York Times bestselling author Anne Perry, the glorious era when Britain reigned supreme has found its most brilliant modern interpreter. Perry’s gripping new Charlotte and Thomas Pitt novel inv
In Amish country, not everything is as simple as it appears After suffering a terrible betrayal, Allison Standish flees Philadelphia for the small Amish village of Laurel Ridge. There, she comes into
When the son they thought was lost in an earthquake in Tangiers five years earlier reappears on a crowded street in Dublin, Harry and Robin must find out if Dillon was actually alive the whole time. 1
Not so long ago, in a galaxy relatively close by, a ragged alliance of rebels engages in an epic struggle to free their world from the grip of Lord Baron and the Hegemonic Crux. Having stolen the form
Anne Perry’s new Christmas novel is an irresistible tale of love, betrayal, greed, murder, and selfless devotion. For the first time, Perry’s annual yuletide offering is set in New York City—a sparkli
The biggest and baddest of the bricks is back! In the wake of Brick III, Brick IV has also found its way from comics quasi-space back to reality! Collecting Gold Digger color issues 26-50, this massiv
Facing the past can be deadly? Twenty years ago, Lainey Colton spent one perfect summer in Deer Run with her beloved great-aunt Rebecca. Since then, the beautiful graphic designer has been a gypsy, ca
Anne Perry’s superb New York Times bestselling novels set in the glorious reign of Victoria are loved by readers far and wide. Now, with this new Charlotte and Thomas Pitt mystery, Perry returns us to
The true story of Eliot Ness, the legendary lawman who led the Untouchables, took on Al Capone, and saved a city’s soul Eliot Ness is famous for leading the Untouchables against the notorious mobster
When his friend, judge Oliver Rathbone, rashly crosses a line and inadvertently causes the death of a charismatic minister, police superintendent William Monk and his wife, Hester, navigate the perilo
In this superbly accomplished new Charlotte and Thomas Pitt adventure, Anne Perry takes us beneath the glittering surface of wealthy Victorian society into a nightmare world of fear and intimidation,
With a collection of over 375 sources, each accompanied by an introductory essay and review questions, this two-volume primary source reader emphasizes the intellectual history and values of the Weste
With a collection of over 375 sources, each accompanied by an introductory essay and review questions, this two-volume primary source reader emphasizes the intellectual history and values of the Weste
THE PAST CAN CATCH UP TO YOU... Rachel Weaver Mason is finally going home to Deer Run, the Amish community she left behind so many years ago. Recently widowed, she wants desperately to create a haven
“An annual treat,” declared The Wall Street Journal of Anne Perry’s Victorian-era holiday mysteries. Now she continues this magnificent tradition with A Christmas Garland, a yuletide tale set in exoti
The author of Coop details his experiences and conversations with his octogenarian, cannon-shooting neighbor Tom Hartwig, who, armed with an arsenal of stories and an anti-authoritarian streak a mile
coming home may be more DANGEROUS THAN SHE THINKS.... Libby Morgan never wanted to return to Lancaster County. She'd made her own life in the city as a news photographer, leaving the slow pace of Amis
Why does my shampoo stop working? Are my cosmetics poisoning me? What does hypoallergenic mean? Are organic products better?Every day thousands of people turn to the scientists at the popular blog the
Air mercenary leader Dark Bird puts the pressure on Gina''s friend, top pilot Kevin "Ace" Koss, to hitch up with her sexy top gun, Skippy. Gina''s ex-rival, Penny Pincer, has to risk her life in a dog
Among the brilliant array of Anne Perry’s New York Times bestselling novels, her Christmas stories occupy perhaps the warmest spot in the hearts of readers. Each one is a masterpiece of suspense; each
This is it - the LAST and biggest Gold Brick ever! 660+ pages of glorious, full-color action-adventure in one massive volume! Including rare and sold-out issues, Gold Brick Volume 6 contains some of t
The Gold Bricks are gone for good, but you can still go Platinum! Gina Diggers'' studies of the Age of Wonders continue to unearth discoveries and danger! Her "grass wizard" student Alena wants to joi
Since she was a little girl, Marisa Angelo has been haunted by the image of her mother walking away, suitcase in hand, to return to her Amish roots.Marisa and her "Englischer" father never saw or hear
