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The New England Diner Cookbook: Classic and Creative Recipes from the Finest Roadside Eateries
by Mike UrbanNew England is the birthplace of the American diner, and this book brings together the best of them and shares with you their best recipes for comfort food, New England style. Celebrate the food, culture, and funky architecture of these scrappy culinary icons with recipes, color photos, interviews with owners, and heartwarming stories from a broad array of customers. Diners were born in New England (Rhode Island, to be exact), and they have a long and colorful history as local eateries of distinction because of both their menus and their buildings. Though many diners have gone by the wayside in the past half century, there are still plenty around, and each has at least a dish or two for which they're best known and that keep customers coming back year after year. The New England Diner Cookbook celebrates every facet of these diamonds in the rough. Along with diners that have perfected the tried-and-true items like corned beef hash, clam chowder, and malted milkshakes, many have developed relatively sophisticated menus that include distinctly New England delicacies like Lobster Chow Mein, Butterscotch Indian Pudding, and Portobello Mushroom Fries.
The New England Seafood Markets Cookbook: Recipes from the Best Lobster Pounds, Clam Shacks, and Fishmongers
by Mike Urban150 recipes from the best seafood markets in New England From New Haven to Bar Harbor, the New England coast is home to some of the best lobster pounds and fish markets in the world. Dedicated staff bring in the freshest catches every day, so who better to get cooking tips from? The New England Seafood Markets Cookbook features delicious recipes from all around the region, including: Cappy's Clear-Broth Clam Chowder Shackford and Gooch Salt Codfish Cakes Presidential Swordfish Smoky Monkfish and Mussels Marinara Bud's Deviled Stuffed Clams Maine's Original Lobster Roll Throughout, the recipes are supplemented with profiles of more than 30 of the top seafood markets?their histories, their owners, and their specialties?and sidebars that highlight the best of the area's seaside culinary culture.
Leavenworth City
by Michael J. UrbanLeavenworth City is a novel that will take you on a journey back though time. Its captivating history told through a fictional character from 1854 to 1861 will have you glued to the pages. This is an adventure you will not be able to forget after you read the journal entries taking you back into the 19th century. Stories with historical figures and other unmentionables telling their antics weave a gripping tale that will leave the reader wanting to learn more about this era in time.
Cultures of Power in Post-Communist Russia
by Michael UrbanIn Russian politics reliable information is scarce, formal relations are of relatively little significance, and things are seldom what they seem. Applying an original theory of political language to narratives taken from interviews with 34 of Russia's leading political figures, Michael Urban explores the ways in which political actors construct themselves with words. By tracing individual narratives back to the discourses available to speakers, he identifies what can and cannot be intelligibly said within the bounds of the country's political culture, and then documents how elites rely on the personal elements of political discourse at the expense of those addressed to the political community. Urban shows that this discursive orientation is congruent with social relations prevailing in Russia and helps to account for the fact that, despite two revolutions proclaiming democracy in the last century, Russia remains an authoritarian state.
New Orleans Rhythm and Blues After Katrina: Music, Magic and Myth (Pop Music, Culture and Identity)
by Michael UrbanMusic, magic and myth are elements essential to the identities of New Orleans musicians. The city's singular contributions to popular music around the world have been unrivaled; performing this music authentically requires collective improvisation, taking performers on sonorous sojourns in unanticipated, 'magical' moments; and membership in the city's musical community entails participation in the myth of New Orleans, breathing new life into its storied traditions. On the basis of 56 open-ended interviews with those in the city's musical community, Michael Urban discovers that, indeed, community is what it is all about. In their own words, informants explain that commercial concerns are eclipsed by the pleasure of playing in 'one big band' that disassembles daily into smaller performing units whose rosters are fluid, such that, over time, 'everybody plays with everybody'. Although Hurricane Katrina nearly terminated the city, New Orleans and its music—in no small part due to the sacrifices and labors of its musicians—have come back even stronger. Dancing to their own drum, New Orleanians again prove themselves to be admirably out of step with the rest of America.
New Orleans Rhythm and Blues After Katrina: Music, Magic and Myth (Pop Music, Culture and Identity)
by Michael UrbanMusic, magic and myth are elements essential to the identities of New Orleans musicians. The city's singular contributions to popular music around the world have been unrivaled; performing this music authentically requires collective improvisation, taking performers on sonorous sojourns in unanticipated, 'magical' moments; and membership in the city's musical community entails participation in the myth of New Orleans, breathing new life into its storied traditions. On the basis of 56 open-ended interviews with those in the city's musical community, Michael Urban discovers that, indeed, community is what it is all about. In their own words, informants explain that commercial concerns are eclipsed by the pleasure of playing in 'one big band' that disassembles daily into smaller performing units whose rosters are fluid, such that, over time, 'everybody plays with everybody'. Although Hurricane Katrina nearly terminated the city, New Orleans and its music—in no small part due to the sacrifices and labors of its musicians—have come back even stronger. Dancing to their own drum, New Orleanians again prove themselves to be admirably out of step with the rest of America.
The Whole30 Friends & Family: 150 Recipes for Every Social Occasion
by Melissa Hartwig UrbanRecipes and menus for every social gathering you might encounter while doing the Whole30 such as birthday parties, backyard barbecues, baby showers, movie night, date night, game night, and more.One of the most asked questions from new Whole30'ers and long-time fans alike is, "How can I do the Whole30 and still be social?" It's easy enough to find a holiday-free 30 days, but other social occasions occur all the time--birthday parties, movie nights, Sunday brunch, baby showers, date nights, and more. These ongoing events leave people wondering how they can stick with their Whole30 but not feel left out of the fun. That's where The Whole30 Friends & Family comes in, with recipes and menus to help you get through any occasion. The book includes whole menus so you can offer to host yourself. Other times you might just want to bring a dish. Again, this book will come to the rescue. In addition, Whole30 co-creator and CEO Melissa Hartwig has packed the book with her signature no-nonsense tips on being social and sticking to the program. This book is a must-purchase companion for anyone doing a Whole30, whether they are a newcomer, or someone who has been doing Whole30 once or twice every year. Most important, these recipes and menus will help bring Whole30'ers closer together with friends and family.From a publicity and marketing perspective, this book has almost year-round appeal, from winter holiday parties to summer barbecues. In addition to the appeal to the public, this book should prove to be an excellent marketing tool for the growing team of Whole30 coaches around the country, as they're working on the front lines and are hearing what people struggle with the most. Author Melissa Hartwig is incredibly enthusiastic about this book and is convinced it will help grow the Whole30 fan base to new heights.
The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free
by Melissa UrbanEnd resentment, burnout, and anxiety—and reclaim your time, energy, health, and relationships. As the co-founder of the Whole30, Melissa Urban helped millions of people transform their relationship with food. Now, in this powerful and practical guide to setting boundaries, she shows you how to prioritize your needs and revolutionize your relationships.&“Melissa Urban shows the way forward with clarity, vulnerability, and humor.&” —Gretchen Rubin, New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Project and The Four TendenciesDo your relationships often feel one-sided or unbalanced? Are you always giving in just so things will go smoothly? Do you wish you could learn to say no—but, like, nicely? Are you depleted, overwhelmed, and tired of putting everyone else&’s needs ahead of your own? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to establish some boundaries.Since launching the mega-bestselling wellness program the Whole30, Melissa Urban has taught millions of people how to establish healthy habits and successfully navigate pushback and peer pressure. She knows firsthand that boundaries—clear limits you set to protect your energy, time, and health—are the key to feelings of security, confidence, and freedom in every area of your life.Now, in The Book of Boundaries, she shows you how boundaries are the key to better mental health, increased energy, improved productivity, and more fulfilling relationships.In her famously direct and compassionate style, Urban offers:• 130+ scripts with language you can use to instantly establish boundaries with bosses and co-workers, romantic partners, parents and in-laws, co-parents, friends, family, neighbors, strangers—and yourself• actionable advice to help you communicate your needs with clarity and compassion• tips for successfully navigating boundary guilt, pushback, pressure, and oversteps• techniques to create healthy habits around food, drink, technology, and moreUser-friendly and approachable, The Book of Boundaries will give you the tools you need to stop justifying, minimizing, and apologizing, leading you to more rewarding relationships and a life that feels bigger, healthier, and freer.
The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free
by Melissa UrbanNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE CO-FOUNDER OF THE WHOLE30 • End resentment, burnout, and anxiety—and reclaim your time, energy, health, and relationships. &“Melissa Urban shows the way forward with clarity, vulnerability, and humor.&”—Gretchen Rubin, author of Life in Five Senses Melissa Urban has helped millions of people transform their relationship with food. Now, in this powerful and practical guide, she shows how boundaries—clear limits you set to protect your energy, time, and health—are the key to feelings of security, confidence, and freedom in every area of your life. In her famously direct and compassionate style, Urban offers: • 130+ scripts with language you can use to set boundaries with bosses and co-workers, romantic partners, parents and in-laws, co-parents, friends, family, neighbors, strangers—and yourself • Actionable advice to help you communicate your needs with clarity and compassion • Tips for successfully navigating boundary guilt, pushback, pressure, and oversteps • Techniques to create healthy habits around food, drink, technology, and moreUser-friendly and approachable, The Book of Boundaries will give you the tools you need to stop justifying, minimizing, and apologizing, leading you to more rewarding relationships and a life that feels bigger, healthier, and freer. ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Mindful
The New Whole30: The Definitive Plan to Transform Your Health, Habits, and Relationship with Food
by Melissa UrbanThe new and improved Whole30 program from #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa Urban, featuring an updated approach to food freedom, the Original and Plant-Based programs, and over 100 new recipes Do you struggle with cravings, blood sugar regulation, inflammation, fatigue, digestive issues, pain, or other symptoms? The Whole30 can help you discover the foods that are holding you back—in just 30 days. Since 2009, the Whole30 program has helped millions of people radically transform their health, habits, and relationship with food and discover lasting food freedom. Grounded in nutrition and behavior-change science and fifteen years of clinical evidence, the Whole30 program has been praised by countless doctors and dietitians and is supported by thousands of glowing testimonials. Inspired by her community, the newest research, and the ever-changing food landscape, Whole30 co-founder Melissa Urban has expanded the program to be even more accessible, supportive, and effective. In The New Whole30, you&’ll find completely updated rules, language, and success strategies for every phase of your journey. The book now includes two different programs, each with its own guidelines, resources, and recipes: the Original Whole30 (for omnivores) and the Plant-Based Whole30 (for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone exploring a plant-based diet). You&’ll also find more than 100 all-new recipes plus some updated Whole30 favorites, all of which are 100 percent gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, and free of added sugar. In her signature direct and empathetic style, Urban distills more than a decade of expert knowledge and experience into the essential resource for Whole30 alumni and first-timers alike. The New Whole30 is sure to be your ultimate guide to success.
The New Whole30: The Definitive Plan to Transform Your Health, Habits, and Relationship with Food
by Melissa UrbanThe new and improved Whole30 program from #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa Urban, featuring an updated approach to food freedom, the Original and Plant-Based programs, and over 100 new recipesDo you struggle with cravings, fatigue, digestive issues, pain, or other symptoms? The Whole30 can help you discover the foods that are holding you back—in just 30 days.Since 2009, the Whole30 program has helped millions of people radically transform their health, habits, and relationship with food and discover lasting food freedom. Grounded in nutrition and behavior-change science and fifteen years of clinical evidence, the Whole30 program has been praised by countless doctors and dietitians and is supported by thousands of glowing testimonials.Inspired by her community, the newest research, and the ever-changing food landscape, Whole30 co-founder Melissa Urban has expanded the program to be even more accessible, supportive, and effective. In The New Whole30, you&’ll find completely updated rules, language, and success strategies for every phase of your journey. The book now includes two different programs, each with its own guidelines, resources, and recipes: the Original Whole30 (for omnivores) and the Plant-Based Whole30 (for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone exploring a plant-based diet). You&’ll also find more than 100 all-new recipes plus some updated Whole30 favorites, all of which are 100 percent gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, and free of added sugar.In her signature direct and empathetic style, Urban distills more than a decade of expert knowledge and experience into the essential resource for Whole30 alumni and first-timers alike. The New Whole30 is sure to be your ultimate guide to success.
Linguistic Stratigraphy: Recovering Traces of Lost Languages in the Central Andes
by Matthias UrbanThis book examines the historical linguistic panorama of Western South America, focusing on the minor languages that were partially or fully replaced by the expansion of the Quechuan family through the region.The author presents a coherent and generally applicable framework for studying prehistoric language shift processes and reconstructing earlier linguistic landscapes before significant language spreads ousted former patterns of linguistic diversity. This framework combines toponymic evidence with the analysis of substrate contact effects, and, in some cases, extralinguistic evidence, to create an integrated if incomplete of extinct and undocumented languages. In an authoritative exploration of case studies, concerning Aymara in parts of Southern Peru, Cañar in Ecuador, and Chacha in Northern Peru, the book shows how the identities of lost languages and earlier linguistic panoramas can be reconstructed.
Globalization, Transformation, and Cultures in Early Childhood Education and Care: Reconceptualization and Comparison (Critical Cultural Studies of Childhood)
by Mathias Urban Stefan Faas Dagmar Kasüschke Elena Nitecki Helge WasmuthThis edited volume provides a critical discussion of globalization and transformation, considering the cultural contexts of early childhood education systems as discourses as well as concrete phenomena and ‘lived experience.’ The book focuses on theoretical explorations and critical discourses at the level of education policy (macro), the level of institutions (meso), and the level of social interactions (micro). The chapters offer a wide range of interpretative, contextualized perspectives on early childhood education as a cultural construct.
The Edge: Is the Military Dominance of the West Coming to an End?
by Mark UrbanThe size of western armed forces, their stocks of weaponry and their readiness for combat are declining. Meanwhile, growing nationalism is hampering international cooperation and fuelling conflict everywhere. The west's will - as well as its capability - to shape the world is ebbing away.Beset by economic woes, western countries are continuing the post-Cold War process of disarmament at the very moment that many believe a new Cold War is starting. NATO members have compared Vladimir Putin's foreign policy to that of Adolf Hitler, newly empowered groups such as ISIS, not to mention some governments, are tearing up the rulebook of acceptable international behaviour, and the military prowess that the western world once regarded as its prerogative is being dwarfed by countries like India and China.Tightly argued by Newsnight's diplomatic and defence editor Mark Urban, THE EDGE is a sharp polemic that breaks new ground in examining the workings and consequences of these geo-political tectonics, and shows just how rapidly the balance of power has been upended.
The Edge: Is the Military Dominance of the West Coming to an End?
by Mark UrbanThe size of western armed forces, their stocks of weaponry and their readiness for combat are declining. Meanwhile, growing nationalism is hampering international cooperation and fuelling conflict everywhere. The west's will - as well as its capability - to shape the world is ebbing away.Beset by economic woes, western countries are continuing the post-Cold War process of disarmament at the very moment that many believe a new Cold War is starting. NATO members have compared Vladimir Putin's foreign policy to that of Adolf Hitler, newly empowered groups such as ISIS, not to mention some governments, are tearing up the rulebook of acceptable international behaviour, and the military prowess that the western world once regarded as its prerogative is being dwarfed by countries like India and China.Tightly argued by Newsnight's diplomatic and defence editor Mark Urban, THE EDGE is a sharp polemic that breaks new ground in examining the workings and consequences of these geo-political tectonics, and shows just how rapidly the balance of power has been upended.
The Man Who Broke Napoleon's Codes: The True Story of a Forgotten Hero in Wellington's Army
by Mark UrbanThe little-known story of a brilliant British code-cracker: &“[Urban] has pieced together the fragments and deciphered the truth about a hidden hero.&” —Daily Telegraph The Duke of Wellington—who began his military career as Arthur Wellesley—is rightly credited for the strategic and intelligence-gathering brilliance that culminated in Britain&’s defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo. Two centuries later, many of his subordinates are still remembered for their roles in these historic campaigns. But Lt. Col. George Scovell is not among them. This is the story of a man of common birth—bound, according to the severe social strictures of eighteenth-century England, for the life of a tradesman—who would become his era&’s most brilliant code-breaker and an officer in Wellesley&’s army. In an age when officers were drawn almost exclusively from the ranks of the nobility, George Scovell—an engraver&’s apprentice—joined Wellesley in 1809. Scovell provides a fascinating lens through which to view a critical era in military history—his treacherous rise through the ranks despite the scorn of his social betters, and his presence alongside Wellesley in each of the major European campaigns from the Iberian Peninsula through Waterloo. But Scovell was more than just a participant in those events. Already recognized as a gifted linguist, Scovell would prove a remarkably nimble cryptographer. Encoded communiqués between Napoleon and his generals, intercepted by the British, were brought to Scovell for his skilled deciphering. As Napoleon&’s encryption techniques became more sophisticated, Wellesley came to rely ever more on Scovell&’s genius for this critical intelligence. In Scovell&’s lifetime, his role in Britain&’s greatest military victory was grudgingly acknowledged, but his accomplishments would eventually be credited to others—including Wellington himself. His name—and contributions—have been largely overlooked.The Man Who Broke Napoleon&’s Codes tells the fascinating story of the early days of cryptology, re-creates the high drama of some of Europe&’s most remarkable military campaigns, and restores the mantle of hero to a man heretofore forgotten by history. &“Combine[s] the fast-paced narrative of a spy novel with colorful period detail describing the inner workings of an army staff at war.&” —Library Journal &“Thrilling reading.&” —The Washington Times
Red Devils: The Trailblazers of the Parachute Regiment in World War Two: An Authorized History
by Mark UrbanA GRIPPING, AUTHORISED HISTORY OF THE DARING 'RED DEVILS' TOLD THROUGH THE FATES OF SIX HEROES.'Riveting . . . Full of daring action, standout characters and cutting edge operations, this is unputdownable' Damien Lewis'Gripping and authoritative. Family men, circus performers, solicitors, communists, and reactionaries all fought together and shed blood for their country - a true and moving story of war' Andy McNab------------------------------------Their German enemies called them the 'Red Devils'. Montgomery described them as 'men apart - every man an Emperor'. The cards they received on qualifying began: 'You are the elite of the British army'.The Parachute Regiment.In this gripping, authorized account, bestselling historian Mark Urban tells the story of the wartime creation and development of Britain's elite airborne infantry - who ranged from circus performers to solicitors, policemen to gravediggers, Christians and Jews to communists.Through the fates of six men - including recently widowed Geoffrey Pine-Coffin, who had to leave his little boy at home to head to the front, and Mike Lewis, whose photographs became iconic images of war - Urban vividly shows what it took to succeed in this new regiment. All six men would shed blood for their country in daring actions at D-Day, Arnhem and across the Second World War; two would not survive, and one would face disgrace.Based on deep archival research, British and German sources and new material from the men's families, and giving overdue recognition to the North African campaign, Urban's unvarnished history is a compelling and moving depiction of the highs and lows of battle.
The Skripal Files: The Life and Near Death of a Russian Spy
by Mark UrbanThe explosive story of the poisoning of the former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and what it reveals about the growing clandestine conflict between the West and RussiaSalisbury, England: March 4, 2018.Slumped on a bench, paralyzed and barely able to breathe, were a former Russian intelligence officer named Sergei Skripal and his daughter, Yulia. Sergei had been living a quiet life in England since 2010, when he was expelled from Russia as part of a spy swap; he had been serving a lengthy prison sentence for working secretly for the British intelligence agency MI6. On this Sunday afternoon, he and his daughter had just finished lunch at a local restaurant when they started to feel faint. Within minutes they were close to death.The Skripals had been poisoned, not with a familiar toxin but with Novichok, a deadly nerve agent developed in southern Russia. Was this a message from the Kremlin that traitors would not escape violent death, even on British soil? As Sergei and Yulia fought for their lives, and the British government and their allies sought answers, relations between the West and Russia descended to a new low.The Skripal Files is a remarkable and definitive account of Sergei Skripal’s story, which lays bare the new spy war between Russia and the West. Mark Urban, the diplomatic and defense editor for the BBC, met with Skripal in the months before his poisoning, learning about his career in Russian military intelligence, how he became a British agent, his imprisonment in Russia, and the events that led to his release. Skripal’s first-hand accounts and experiences reveal the high stakes of a new spy game that harks back to the chilliest days of the Cold War.
The Tank War: The Men, the Machines and the Long Road to Victory
by Mark UrbanFrom the evacuation of France in 1940 to the final dash to Hamburg in 1945, the 5th Royal Tank Regiment were on the front line throughout the Second World War. Theirs was a war that saw them serve in Africa as part of the Desert Rats, before returning to Europe for the Normandy landings. Wherever they went, the notoriety of the 'Filthy Fifth' grew - they revelled in their reputation for fighting by their own rules.The Tank War explains how Britain, having lost its advantage in tank warfare by 1939, regained ground through shifts in tactics and leadership methods, as well as the daring and bravery of the crews themselves. Overturning the received wisdom of much Second World War history, Mark Urban shows how the tank regiments' advances were the equal of the feats of the German Panzer divisions.Drawing on a wealth of new material, from interviews with surviving soldiers to rarely seen archive material, this is an unflinchingly honest, unsentimental and often brutal account of the 5th RTR's wartime experiences. Capturing the characters in the crews and exploring the strategy behind their success, The Tank War is not just the story of an battle hardened unit, but something more extraordinary: the triumph of ordinary men, against long odds, in the darkest of times.
Task Force Black: The explosive true story of the SAS and the secret war in Iraq
by Mark UrbanWhen British and American forces invaded Iraq in April 2003, their intelligence operations got to work looking for the WMD their governments had promised us were there. They quickly realised no such weapons existed. Instead they become faced with an ever-increasing spiral of extremism and violence that was almost impossible to understand, let alone contain.This book tells the story of what happened next, one of the most dramatic and sustained operations in our recent military history. Up against the wall, under the aegis of the joint forces commanded by Major General McChrystal, our men moved into action using the wide variety of aircraft and weaponry at their disposal. Combining intelligence with brute force, the SAS went on the attack, night after night targeting Al-Qaeda and other insurgent groups with an intensity never before practiced by the service, destroying the terrorist threat and saving lives.
Handbook of Stimuli-Responsive Materials
by Marek W. UrbanAdopting a broad approach, this volume provides the scientific community with a much-needed overview of developments and scientific findings in stimuli-responsive materials. Its primary focus is on the designing, synthesizing, formulating, and processing of materials that lead to an understanding of the scientific principles governing response driven functions leading to future technologies. The highly experienced and internationally renowned editor has assembled a team of leading scientists from the interdisciplinary areas of: * polymers * biopolymers * biochemistry * biophysics * biomaterials * bioengineering * materials engineering * biotechnology * chemistry * physics * ceramics * metals * and materials science. A combination that guarantees a unique and high-quality handbook.
Das Kreuz des Kriegers
by Madeleine Urban Abigail Roux Melina WilkeCameron Jacobs ist für seine Mitmenschen wie ein offenes Buch. Er hält sich selbst für einen durchschnittlichen Kellner mit normalen Freunden, langweiligen Hobbys, harmlosen Hunden und nichts, was man auch nur annähernd als geheimnisvoll bezeichnen könnte ... abgesehen von seiner Schwärmerei für einen großen, dunklen und schrecklich gut aussehenden Mann, der jeden Dienstag allein im Restaurant isst. In nur einer leidenschaftlichen Nacht stellt dieser Julian Cross Camerons Welt auf den Kopf. Julians Liebe und Hingabe sind mehr, als sich Cameron je erträumt hat. Doch als sein gewöhnliches Leben auf Julians außergewöhnlichen Lebensstil trifft, muss er feststellen, dass Vertrauen und Angst Hand in Hand gehen können. Und dass es von der Liebe zu höchster Gefahr nur ein kleiner Schritt ist.
La croix du guerrier by et Abigail Roux
by Madeleine Urban Abigail Roux ShiniCameron Jacobs est comme un livre ouvert. Il se considère comme un serveur ordinaire avec des amis normaux, des passe-temps ennuyeux, des chiens inoffensifs, et rien qui s'apparenterait de près ou de loin à un secret... hormis le faible qu'il ressent pour cet homme grand, sombre, et incroyablement séduisant qui dîne seul dans son restaurant les mardis soirs. Il ne lui faut qu'une nuit passionnée avec Julian Cross pour que son monde bascule. L'amour et la dévotion de Julian sont tout ce que Cameron aurait pu espérer, voire plus encore. Mais quand sa vie ordinaire rencontre et percute le style de vie extraordinaire de Julian, Cameron découvre que la confiance et la peur peuvent aller de pair, et qu'il n'y a qu'un pas entre l'amour et le danger.
Bulli e pupe (serie Armi & bagagli #3)
by Madeleine Urban Abigail Roux Martina NealliSeguito di Forza e coraggioSerie Armi & bagagli, Libro 3 Gli agenti speciali Ty Grady e Zane Garrett sono finalmente riusciti a trovare un equilibrio fra il loro rapporto lavorativo, basato sull'istinto di proteggersi a vicenda, e quello personale, dove invece è una lancinante passione a farla da padrona. Reintegrati al lavoro sul campo, vengono assegnati a una missione speciale: raccogliere informazioni su un traffico internazionale di contrabbando d'arte sostituendosi a due dei membri -- una coppia gay sposata -- per una crociera ai Caraibi. Come dice il loro capo, senz'altro preferiranno darsi qualche bacetto che farsi sparare addosso, no? Calarsi nel ruolo dei due ricchissimi criminali richiede a entrambi un cambio di atteggiamento, nonché una buona dose di pazienza, visto che la missione è basata sull'attesa. Quando le parti che interpretano cominciano a influenzare anche il loro rapporto privato, Ty e Zane capiscono che essere partner non significa soltanto guardarsi le spalle... finché l'indagine non prende una svolta inaspettata e Ty non rischia la vita. I due si ritroveranno quindi a navigare in acque assai tempestose, fra segreti, bugie, e rivelazioni - alcune delle quali decisamente personali.
Luci e ombre (serie Armi & bagagli #4)
by Madeleine Urban Abigail Roux Martina NealliSeguito di Bulli e pupeSerie Armi & bagagli, Libro 4La città di Baltimora, nel Maryland, è in pieno subbuglio. Un'escalation di violenza ha suscitato polemiche e proteste fra i cittadini, e a farne le spese in termini di popolarità sono le forze dell'ordine, compresa l'FBI. Da qui le ultime trovate del Bureau per migliorare la propria immagine pubblica: un torneo di softball cittadino e una serie di conferenze rivolte ai commercianti e alle scuole. Peccato che per gli agenti speciali Ty Grady e Zane Garrett i nuovi impegni si traducano in meno ore libere da trascorrere insieme - ore che avrebbero volentieri passato ad approfondire la loro relazione. Finché non esplode - letteralmente - una nuova ondata di crimine, che mette a dura prova non solo la popolazione e l'FBI, ma anche il rapporto incerto e altalenante che unisce Ty e Zane. I due uomini si ritrovano nei guai fino al collo, costretti a brancolare nel buio in cerca dei bombaroli e dei rapinatori, e con un solo modo per raggiungere vivi la luce in fondo al tunnel: chiudere gli occhi e fidarsi l'uno dell'altro.