Simon Wood crafts thrilling narratives that delve into the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of our choices. His writing is characterized by a relentless pace, sharp dialogue, and an uncanny ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Wood excels at constructing intricate plots and exploring the psychological depths of his characters, offering a reading experience that is both immersive and often unsettling. His work is for those who seek gripping stories with a profound underlying current.
Sneaker Freaker has been at the forefront of the global sneaker scene for over two decades. With over 500 redesigned pages, fresh photography, immense historical detail, and otaku-level minutiae, this anthology combines the magazine's finest and content created exclusively for this book into one big celebration of sneakers.
The book delves into the art of sneaker collecting, emphasizing the importance of strategy over chance in acquiring coveted pairs. It reveals the secrets of passionate sneaker enthusiasts, showcasing rare classics and signed player models. Additionally, it offers valuable tips on how to photograph, store, and grow one's collection, making it an essential guide for serious collectors and sneaker aficionados alike.
Discover, debate and work like historians in S1 to S3. From Iron Age Scotland, through the Atlantic slave trade, women's suffrage and the World Wars to 1960s America, this source-rich, research-based narrative explores diverse and dynamic historical contexts.
Comprehensive course notes and expert advice from leading professionals in Scotland provide essential support for achieving top grades. This resource is designed to enhance understanding and performance, offering insights tailored to the curriculum. Ideal for students seeking to excel academically, it combines expert knowledge with practical guidance to ensure a thorough grasp of the subject matter.
Featuring the innovative culinary style of the 2015 MasterChef Champion, this cookbook offers a blend of fine dining techniques adapted for home cooks. It includes Simon's signature recipes along with practical tips and tricks designed to elevate everyday cooking, making gourmet meals accessible to everyone.
Graduate students Zoë and Holli only mean to blow off some steam on their road trip to Las Vegas. But something goes terribly wrong on their way home, and the last time Zoë sees her, Holli is in the clutches of a sadistic killer. Zoë flees with her life, changed forever. A year later and still tortured with guilt, Zoë latches on to a police investigation where the crime eerily resembles her abduction. Along with a zealous detective, she retraces the steps of that fateful night in the desert, hoping that her memory will return and help them find justice for Holli. Her abductor―labeled the “Tally Man” by a fascinated media―lies in wait for Zoë. For him, she is not a survivor but simply the one that got away. With an unforgettable heroine, a chillingly disturbed psychopath, and a story that moves at breakneck speed, The One That Got Away is thriller writer Simon Wood at his finest.
Employees of a research firm begin to die in accidents or by suicide at an alarming rate. New hire Hayden Duke suspects the deaths might be connected to a high-level government project taken on by the firm, but as soon as he starts to investigate, he becomes the latest target. Original.
Gwen crosses the wrong coworker when she gives Stephen Tarbell a poor performance evaluation. Tarbell blames Gwen for everything wrong in his life, and he sets out on a campaign of terror and intimidation, determined to destroy Gwen bit by bit. Original.
The story follows Todd Collins, a man with a history of job failures, whose luck takes a dramatic turn after he accidentally damages a drug dealer's Porsche. This incident leads to a police discovery of a cocaine shipment, placing Todd in the crosshairs of a powerful West Coast kingpin. As he finds himself on the run from organized crime, Todd uncovers his true potential, leading to a fight for survival and self-discovery.