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Author: Joseph Wambaugh Publisher: Hachette+ORM ISBN: 0446536377 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 233
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Ex-cop turned #1 New York Times bestselling writer Joseph Wambaugh forged a new kind of literature with his great early police procedurals. Gritty, luminous, and ultimately stunning, this novel is Wambaugh at his best--a tale of a street cop on the hardest beat of his life. Twenty and two. Those are the numbers turning in the mind of William "Bumper" Morgan: twenty years on the job, two days before he "pulls the pin" and walks away from it forever. But on the gritty streets of L.A., people look at Bumper like some kind of knight in armor--they've plied him with come-ons, hot tips, and the hard respect a man can't earn anywhere else. Now, with a new job and a good woman waiting for him, a kinky thief terrorizing L.A.'s choice hotels, and a tragedy looming, Bumper Morgan is about to face the only thing that can scare him: the demons that he's been hiding behind his bright and shiny badge...
Author: Joseph Wambaugh Publisher: Hachette+ORM ISBN: 0446536377 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 233
Book Description
Ex-cop turned #1 New York Times bestselling writer Joseph Wambaugh forged a new kind of literature with his great early police procedurals. Gritty, luminous, and ultimately stunning, this novel is Wambaugh at his best--a tale of a street cop on the hardest beat of his life. Twenty and two. Those are the numbers turning in the mind of William "Bumper" Morgan: twenty years on the job, two days before he "pulls the pin" and walks away from it forever. But on the gritty streets of L.A., people look at Bumper like some kind of knight in armor--they've plied him with come-ons, hot tips, and the hard respect a man can't earn anywhere else. Now, with a new job and a good woman waiting for him, a kinky thief terrorizing L.A.'s choice hotels, and a tragedy looming, Bumper Morgan is about to face the only thing that can scare him: the demons that he's been hiding behind his bright and shiny badge...
Author: Lucy Blue Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1416516476 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 385
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The second novel in the seductive, medieval Bound in Darkness series A dangerous destiny. . . On the battlefields of Norman Britain, Tristan DuMaine cheated death countless times. Now he only wants to live a quiet life at his borderlands manor. But it will take an otherworldly power -- the bite of a vampire -- to unleash his fiercest appetite for revenge after a band of brigands forces him into a sham marriage with a rebel spitfire. A heart of fury. . . She watched Norman invaders murder her father; now beautiful Siobhan vows to avenge him. At Castle DuMaine she imprisons her sworn enemy in a marital power play designed to betray his allegiance to his cousin, Henry II. But the insatiable bloodlust that flows through Tristan's veins will soon ensnare them both in a hungry passion that inhabits a dark haven where secret desires live forever. . . .
Author: Raymond McGregor Publisher: ISBN: 9781772310290 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 0
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"The Blue Knight" reveals problems in our society related to racism and bullying, which is an important topic that is currently at the forefront of many lives and is being discussed at great lengths around the world. The main character, a teenage boy named Owen, lives in a small village with his mother. He is chastised by everyone he encounters until the day he meets an unusual friend who lives in the mountains nearby. Both outcasts must gain each other's trust and learn self-worth, mutual respect and tolerance. During their adventures, both friends learn to overcome the harshness of racism and hate while challenging others to do the same. This book will teach young readers how to find strategies and answers in their life that will help them to deal with these important issues productively and positively.
Author: Ethan Hawke Publisher: Knopf ISBN: 0307962334 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 195
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An unforgettable fable about a father's journey and a timeless guide to life's many questions—from Ethan Hawke, four-time Academy Award nominee, twice for writing and twice for acting. A knight, fearing he may not return from battle, writes a letter to his children in an attempt to leave a record of all he knows. In a series of ruminations on solitude, humility, forgiveness, honesty, courage, grace, pride, and patience, he draws on the ancient teachings of Eastern and Western philosophy, and on the great spiritual and political writings of our time. His intent: to give his children a compass for a journey they will have to make alone, a short guide to what gives life meaning and beauty.
Author: David Jackson Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 1463438346 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 240
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The Kings Blue Knight was written in hopes to inspire people in their walk with God. A sub story of a mythalogical Knights in armor begins the book and parrallels the main story of a young man (Eric) who struggles with his place in this world and his walk with God. Trying his best to be a Christian while being influenced by friends and pleasures. Join us as we discover how Eric searches for meaning in his life through religion and worldly traps. Seeking to find who he really is, and how God's forgiveness and love frees him from making the biggest mistake of his life.
Author: Jude Deveraux Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1451665636 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 418
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From a "New York Times"-bestselling author and today's most admired storyteller, here is an unforgettable tale of a most miraculous love affair: a meeting of passion, wit, and true romance between a thoroughly modern woman--and a man who lived 400 years before.
Author: Colin Campbell Publisher: Severn House ISBN: 9781847511737 Category : Police Languages : en Pages : 0
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A gripping thriller from a former policeman - The Blue Knights are 'Black & Decker', aka Steve Decker and Dave Black: 'the blunt instrument of modern day policing'. White Cross is the rough Yorkshire estate where they are set upon by a pavement-stone wielding attacker. Decker is rushed to hospital where, as he fights for his life, he struggles to reconstruct the chilling series of events . . .
Author: Christopher Denise Publisher: Christy Ottaviano Books ISBN: 0316515825 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 48
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A Caldecott Honor Winner and New York Times Bestseller! A determined Owl builds strength and confidence in this medieval picture book about the real mettle of a hero: wits, humor, and heart. Since the day he hatched, Owl dreamed of becoming a real knight. He may not be the biggest or the strongest, but his sharp nocturnal instincts can help protect the castle, especially since many knights have recently gone missing. While holding guard during Knight Night Watch, Owl is faced with the ultimate trial—a frightening intruder. It’s a daunting duel by any measure. But what Owl lacks in size, he makes up for in good ideas. Full of wordplay and optimism, this surprising display of bravery proves that cleverness (and friendship) can rule over brawn.
Author: Satoko Nakahara Publisher: Te Neues Publishing Company ISBN: Category : Photography Languages : en Pages : 162
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In this first published volume of his work, Nick Knight displays the fruits of fifteen years of creative achievement. Stunningly produced using a newly developed, innovative lithographic process known as novaspace, this bound retrospective possesses a visual brilliancy that matches the luminous quality of the work it reveals.
Author: Joseph Wambaugh
Author: Joseph Wambaugh
Author: Lucy Blue
Author: Raymond McGregor
Author: Ethan Hawke
Author: David Jackson
Author: Jude Deveraux
Author: Thomas Hardy
Author: Colin Campbell
Author: Christopher Denise
Author: Satoko Nakahara