Harriet Jones Knihy

Australian intelligence officer Jessica Black has been co-opted as a fresh eye into triad crime in Hong Kong. Jessica quickly makes friends and enemies among the corruption and complex personalities of her colleagues.She is forced into a safe house in the Hong Kong hills and soon discovers not only the dark forces of the triad world, but the unscrupulousness throughout the Hong Kong Police Force. No-one behaves as expected.Tensions increase as the investigation becomes entangled by suspicion, betrayal and the race for justice. This is a fast paced story with a wide range of emotion.

A Companion to Contemporary Britain covers the key themes and debates of 20th-century history from the outbreak of the Second World War to the end of the century. Assesses the impact of the Second World War Looks at Britain’s role in the wider world, including the legacy of Empire, Britain’s ‘special relationship’ with the United States, and integration with continental Europe Explores cultural issues, such as class consciousness, immigration and race relations, changing gender roles, and the impact of the mass media Covers domestic politics and the economy Introduces the varied perspectives dominating historical writing on this period Identifies the key issues which are likely to fuel future debate

The story follows archaeologist Renshu Liu, whose work at the Terracotta Warriors site takes a turn when he is invited to explore the perilous mausoleum of China's First Emperor. As he navigates the toxic environment and begins to hallucinate without his oxygen mask, Renshu feels a connection with the tomb's ancient presences. His wife's concern grows as he grapples with ethical dilemmas about disturbing a sacred burial site for public interest, intertwining themes of mental health, cultural beliefs, and the implications of revealing historical treasures.

An essential and concise read for all those involved in teaching and learning in higher education, looking at best practice to support student transition to university.