A gripping courtroom drama combining psychological suspense & political intrigue from the pen of ex-barrister-turned-crime novelist Simon Tolkien grandson of J.R.R. Tolkien. It's the trial
- & scandal
- of the decade: Greta Grahame the beautiful young wife of Minister of defence Sir Peter Robinson is accused of conspiring to murder her predecessor Peter's first wife Anne. The prosecution case depends heavily on the evidence of one witness
- Greta's sixteen-year-old stepson Thomas. A dreamy bookish boy Tom was present but hidden on the night two men broke into their ancestral home The House of the Four Winds & killed his mother. His testimony steadfastly links Greta to the hitmen. But the boy's motives are unclear. Is he so crazed by grief that he would frame his stepmother for murder? Or are his feelings toward Greta more complicated than anyone realizes? Might he actually be jealous of his father jealous enough to destroy what remains of his own family? Or is he telling the truth
- that this cunning young woman will stop at nothing in her pursuit of wealth & status? Simon Tolkien combines compelling courtroom drama & classic psychological suspense in this sharply etched page-turner. Previously published in 2003 as The Stepmother.



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Final Word is an honest & reflective look at the life & career of a truly remarkable & often controversial leader in world rugby. Final Word is an honest & reflective look at the life & career of a truly remarkable & often controversial leader. With the Rugby World Cup win in 2011 Graham Henry broke the 24-year curse & restored the NZ All Blacks to the top of the rugby pedestal. But while Graham began & ended his career on a high along the way he experienced moments of despair bordering on depression. At the lowest point in his career he almost gave it all away. This book traces his lack-lustre academic career surprising considering he rose to become a successful headmaster; his achievements as a cricketer the origins of his rugby coaching; & his strong partnership with his wife Raewyn. Graham reveals the drastic measures he took to change the culture within the All Blacks & set them on the path to becoming world champions. In his eight years as coach the All Blacks maintained an incredible 85 per cent success rate across 106 matches & of course claimed the Webb Ellis Trophy at the 2011 Rugby World Cup. ...

In his illuminating fascinating book Keith Badman finally uncovers the truth about the icons last years. It was a tough time
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Nora is more certain than ever that she is in love with Patch. Fallen angel or no he is the one for her. Her heritage & destiny may mean that they will always be enemies but there is no turning her back on him. But now they face their biggest challenge. Can their love survive a seemingly insurmountable divide. & in the end will there be enough trust left to rebuild what has been broken? The lines are drawn
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Finance & Financial Markets is a best selling comprehensive introduction to the financial markets institutions & instruments that constitute global finance. Its practical approach makes it readily understandable for students on finance & economics courses & those wanting to understand the workings of the modern financial world. This third edition has been thoroughly updated in the wake of the recent financial crisis & discusses its implications for the finance industry. Key benefits of the third edition: * New chapter on the credit crunch covering the causes events & policy response. * Coverage of recent financial innovations such as collateralized debt obligations & credit default swaps. * Completely revised chapter 18 on financial regulation focusing on regulatory issues raised by the crisis. * An extensive set of case studies emphasising the real world of finance including the collapse of AIG & Lehman brothers behavioural finance the carry trade foreign exchange intervention the TED spread & the VIX index. * An on page glossary of key terms. * A companion website featuring interactive MCQs links to financial information & data sources Powerpoint slides & a timeline of the credit crunch with links to relevant news sources. ...

Financial Accounting: An introduction is an essential companion for students on introductory financial accounting modules within undergraduate accounting & business degrees. The authors self-directed learning approach provides extensive opportunities for those new to the subject to test their learning try out questions from the main exam bodies & build-up their ability to deal with challenging problems. Its comprehensive coverage will provide students with: * a sound understanding of the conceptual framework & key concepts of accounting * the ability to account for transactions up to Trial Balance & to prepare financial statements * the ability to extract accounting ratios & prepare a report analyzing the statements. ...

Your plain--English guide to financial accounting for students & trainees. Financial Accounting For Dummies provides students who are studying finance accounting & business with the basic concepts terminology & methods to interpret analyse prepare & evaluate financial statements. Covers concepts accountants & other business professionals use to prepare reports; mergers & acquisitions purchase & pooling; free cash flow; & financial statement analysis. Whether you're a student on your way to earning a degree working towards your ACCA qualification or a trainee just starting out in your accounts career Financial Accounting For Dummies gives you a wealth of information to grasp the subject. This UK version is adapted to take in UK accounting practice & international reporting standards Provides a firm grounding in interpreting analysing preparing & evaluating corporate financial statements

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Help students understand why financial markets exist how financial institutions serve these markets & what services those institutions offer with the solid conceptual framework in this best-selling finance text. Maduras leading Financial Institutions & Markets 10/e International Edition" emphasizes securities traded by financial institutions & the scope of participation of those financial institutions within each market. This edition also focuses on the management performance & regulatory aspects of financial institutions & explores the functions of the Federal Reserve System the major debt & equity security markets & derivative security market. This edition places significant emphasis on current financial reform as updates throughout reflect the most recent financial changes developments & trends in todays financial industry. Known for a solid reader-friendly approach author Jeff Madura blends a clear writing & contemporary coverage with hands-on learning applications such as Point/ Counterpoint " Using the Wall Street Journal" & new online research assignments. Timely examples further connect concepts to todays developments & financial trends. Each new copy of this edition

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This book is a practical guide to all aspects of financial management in the smaller business. Although the prime focus is on owners & managers of farm businesses & farm diversifications it is equally valuable for other types of rural business & organisation. It has proved popular on degree & diploma courses in Rural Resource Management Countryside Management & Rural Estate Management as well as those concerned with Agriculture. In this fourth edition increased emphasis has been given to general accounting principles & techniques especially those of management accounting cost-volume-profit & break-even analysis & pricing. While maintaining & strengthening the farm business focus the new edition also better accommodates the needs of non-agricultural enterprises including service & manufacturing businesses & non-profit organisations such as Wildlife Trusts. ...