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The Riviera means indulgence - if you’ve got money. For Sadie Reynolds, a down-on-her-luck student, the Riviera means dingy hostels and back streets. When a wrong turn puts her in jeopardy, the last thing she expects is to be saved by the most handsome stranger she’s ever locked eyes with. When she later wakes up in a luxury suite with a Mediterranean view, she’s in the tender care of her rescuer: Olivier Dumont, France’s most eligible bachelor, billionaire hotelier, and heir to the Dumont fashion fortune.

In Discretion, a young woman falls to her death from the balcony of the U.S. Capitol. When Assistant U.S. Attorney Anna Curtis teams up with FBI Special Agent Samantha Randazzo to investigate, they discover a sinister trail that leads from the city’s highest-priced escort service to its most powerful officials.

The companion book to COURSERA's wildly popular massive open online course "Learning How to Learn" Whether you are a student struggling to fulfill a math or science requirement, or you are embarking on a career change that requires a new skill set, A Mind for Numbers offers the tools you need...

The bounty for bringing down a major crime syndicate may have removed Captain Evridiki “EB” Bardacki’s immediate financial needs, but no freighter captain wants to fly empty between the stars. A cargo mission to run a blockade seems within his crew’s unique mix of talents, and he agrees to supply weapons to one side of a stalemated civil war in the Estutmost star system.

In this groundbreaking history of the modern American metropolis, Richard Rothstein explodes the myth that America's cities came to be racially divided through de facto segregation - that is, through individual prejudices, income differences, or the actions of private institutions like banks and real estate agencies. Rather, he incontrovertibly makes clear that it was de jure segregation - the laws and policy decisions passed by local, state, and federal governments - that actually promoted the discriminatory patterns that continue to this day.

Four of five daughters married! Disposing of so many daughters in marriage with little more than their good looks and charms to recommend them, is a distinction only Mrs. Bennet can claim, which she does, frequently. Many in Meryton thought such a feat impossible, and consider the Bennets to have been very fortunate indeed when news from Mrs. Darcy, or Mrs. Bingley, or Mrs. Ashworth is generously circulated throughout the village. Their felicity in marriage is assured. Fortunately for those in Meryton and beyond, little has been heard from Mrs. Wickham these four years since, but that ...

Skylar Crosby knows betrayal. She knows that deep stab when those closest to you deceive your fragile trust. And she knows what it's like when your secrets cost you everything - including the love of your life. Now kidnapped, scared, and alone, Skylar has no reason to believe in her rescue. Not when she can still see Brandon's face as she smashed his heart to pieces. Even if Skylar can get out of her physical prison, can she escape the cage created by her guilt?

After a rocky and reluctant start to their arranged marriage, it doesn't take long for socialite Millie Davenport to throw herself into the role of a dutiful wife by day, and an enthusiastic lover by night. But when a chance encounter with her husband's latest fling leaves her rattled, Alessio's promise of discretion throws a wrench in their marriage, and she soon finds herself disillusioned.

They said I was a bad idea. Poor. Violent. Criminal. They said I'd amount to nothing, and I believed them, too. Until I met her. Layla Barros saved me from my worst, but to do that, she lost the best herself. Now it's my turn to bring her back to life. If only I can figure out how to do it. I'll do anything to protect the chance we finally have together. I'll follow her to the other side of the word: Brazil. Cuba. You name it. But how can I be her true north when I'm still finding my direction, too?  

There is so much more to math than geometry and calculus! It is present in almost every life aspect, from improving your communication skills to how to fit your luggage into your car.

The aliens didn't conquer Earth. They negotiated exclusive streaming rights instead. Unbeknownst to humanity, the powerful Voltaxians controlled the galaxy, their vast empire fueled by their monopoly on mana. Humanity feared invasion, only to find out the godlike aliens had something far different in mind. The Voltaxians offered a simple deal. Allow them to set up dungeons controlled by living intelligent dungeon cores on Earth to generate mana, and they'd share the wealth.

This audiobook is about luck, or more precisely, how we perceive and deal with luck in life and business. It is already a landmark work, and its title has entered our vocabulary. In its second edition, Fooled by Randomness is now a cornerstone for anyone interested in random outcomes.

One of Priscilla’s best-selling titles, Discerning the Voice of God is now completely revised with updated content and reflection questions. Each section contains insights that will aid you in your desire to hear Him speak. Discover the treasure of recognizing how God keeps in touch with his beloved people.

The cathedral town of Lafferton seems idyllic, but in many ways it is just like any other place. As part of the same rapidly changing world, it shares the same hopes and fears, and the same kinds of crime, as any number of towns up and down the land.When one day DC Simon Serrailler is called in by Lafferton's new Chief Constable, Kieron Bright, he is met by four plainclothes officers. He is asked to take the lead role in a complex, potentially dangerous undercover operation and must leave town immediately.

Step into the captivating world of Computing Mathematics, where computer science and mathematics intertwine to create endless possibilities and unveil the inner workings of complex systems. This groundbreaking eBook offers a fascinating journey through the many facets of the two disciplines and their extraordinary impact on the modern world. Exclusive to Amazon, this comprehensive guide is perfect for anyone who seeks to explore the hidden beauty of this captivating subject! Diving into 20 comprehensive chapters, you'll discover how discrete mathematics lays the foundation for computer ...

A Cozy Mystery Box Set **Some secrets don’t want to stay buried. Some objects refuse to stay silent.** Welcome to Briar Hollow, a small town where appearances matter, discretion is expected—and certain objects remember things their owners would rather forget. When antique shop owner Clara Whitlock touches certain items, she senses the emotional echoes they’ve absorbed. It’s not a gift she asked for, and it’s not one she advertises. But when a man’s death is written off as an accident—and the object he left behind tells a different story—Clara finds herself drawn into an ...

Fifteen years ago... On a beautiful September afternoon, Colin Wyle was boating with his girlfriend Natalie Merian when she disappeared. Natalie's politician father assumed the worst. A media storm ensued, causing panic in the area and Colin came under suspicion. Desperate to find his love, he sought help from a mysterious source, forcing Colin to make the hardest choice of his life: Commit a crime or lose her forever.

Wherever there’s a rule, there is someone with the power to apply or ignore it—or add to it, in the interest of justice. From enforcing chores to issuing life sentences, decision-makers deliver flawed and sometimes arbitrary outcomes. But is their use of discretion good or bad overall? As a society, should we seek to minimize or maximize discretion, with all its potential for bias and other kinds of human error? Reframing our understanding of justice and ethics, philosopher Barry Lam argues that while use of discretion can never be perfect, removing it has even more problematic effects.

Dans cet ouvrage captivant, l'auteur explore les dimensions profondes et souvent négligées de la discrétion et du silence, et comment elles peuvent être transformées en un charisme puissant et influent. À travers une combinaison de recherches psychologiques, d'anecdotes personnelles, et d'exemples historiques, le livre dévoile comment la maîtrise de l'art de la discrétion peut enrichir nos vies personnelles et professionnelles.

In a world that rewards speed, noise, and constant visibility… who is teaching leaders the power of discretion? We live in a culture where everything is shared, reacted to, posted, and performed in real time. But heaven’s pattern for leadership looks very different. Scripture shows us a way of leading that is grounded, wise, and deeply guided by the Holy Spirit—a way where when you speak and what you withhold matters just as much as what you say. The Power of Discretion: The Lost Art of Leading with Wisdom and Restraint is a call back to that ancient, often forgotten path. Drawing ...