Jamie Smith Books

Exploring the life of a private paramilitary contractor, the narrative provides an insider's view of high-risk missions in volatile regions. Following Jamie Smith's journey from CIA training to co-founding Blackwater, the book reveals the complexities and moral ambiguities faced by private soldiers operating in the shadows of government oversight. It highlights the evolution of modern warfare and the crucial role of contractors who navigate the delicate line between public duty and private enterprise, offering a compelling perspective on contemporary military operations.

American cycling has a long tradition of riding and racing on a shoestring and a prayer. Jamie Smith explores the domestic side of the world's biggest amateur sport in American Pro: The True Story of Bike Racing in America. American Pro rips away the thin veneer of professionalism among domestic racing teams to lay bare the heart and soul of a struggling sport. Smith traces the arc of one team's racing career to discover colorful personalities, scrappy racing action, humor and heartbreak. American Pro shows what the sport demands: the scramble for contracts, the dynamics of team chemistry, the unending travel, the Herculean struggle to realize the dream--all for the love of bike racing. With sharp humor and insight, Smith uncovers what's wrong--and what's right--with America's broken bike racing system. American Pro will transform how you think of domestic pro racing through a five-season exposé of the sport we love.

Jigsaw Jones is a, puzzle fanatic detective who deals with all kinds of cases. He knows that mysteries are like jigsaw puzzles--you've got to look at all the pieces to solve the case.Missing hamsters, lost coins, haunted houses...Jigsaw Jones has seen it all before. With his top secret detective journal, eye for detail, and ace partner Mila, Jigsaw is always ready to take on a new case.What's hidden in the attic of the new boy in town? It's a spooky mystery for the best detectives in town.

Sabira embarks on a dangerous pilgrimage to the top of her mountain home. When a huge avalanche traps her on the glacier and destroys the pass, she must face up to the merciless mountain - but there are dark and fiery secrets hiding in its depths ...

" In Reading the Race, veteran professional bike racer Chris Horner and race announcer Jamie Smith team up to show cyclists how to win races with race smarts. Armed with strategies and tactics learned over thousands of races, cyclists and cycling fans will learn how to read a race -- and how to react. The Tour de France is so difficult to win that for a century it has been tradition for the champion to share the winnings with his teammates. This acknowledgment of the value of team strategy and tactics is commonplace at the top level of cycling, where the sport is all about teamwork. Yet every amateur cyclist who lines up at the start of the weekend criterium thinks he's in it to win it. By drawing up clever race plans, forming ad hoc teams, and reading the race accurately these riders can transform themselves from loose cannons to podium contenders. Even better-organized amateur teams have a lot to overcome. The spectrum of fitness and motivation on a Cat-III cycling team is gaping wide. Horner and Smith show how even the most mismatched team can employ strategies and race smarts to better their chances of finishing in the prize money. For team captains who dream of the podium to the teammates who make it happen to bike racing fans who have no dream of racing, Reading the Race offers a veteran's eye view of how the race can be won"--

Set against the backdrop of rural Alabama in 2003, the story follows Jasmine Smith, a woman grappling with chaos and inner turmoil while striving to break free from her challenging environment. As she navigates a world where women are often the primary providers, Jasmine is determined to improve her life and that of her children. Her journey is marked by resilience, personal growth, and the influence of those she encounters, as she confronts her values and battles her inner demons to forge a better future.

The book offers a daily devotional experience through the author's personal journey of healing, aiming to guide and support readers facing their own struggles. With heartfelt prayers and reflections, it serves as a companion for those navigating the complexities of grief and recovery, fostering a sense of community and shared experience in the healing process.

Celebrating the joy of a child's birthday, this book uses enchanting rhymes to capture the love and happiness surrounding this special occasion. It evokes nostalgic memories for parents while sharing that joy with their children. With illustrations that convey deep emotions, it serves as a keepsake for milestone photos, making it a perfect gift for baby showers and birthdays. The heartfelt message fosters a lasting bond between parents and kids, creating cherished memories to be treasured forever.

Determination shines through the story of Julie, a spirited Scottish girl who overcomes the challenges of wearing leg braces after a serious illness. Despite being advised against dreaming big, Julie's unwavering belief in herself drives her to pursue her aspirations. This heartwarming tale emphasizes themes of resilience, love, and encouragement, offering inspiration to those facing physical and emotional struggles in their lives.

In 1981 the Soviet Union is failing, and in a country where racial tensions run high, nobody would dream of a black Russian spy, least of all their Cold War opponents, the United States of America.At least, that is the logic of Colonel Andrei Klitchkov when he steals Nikita Allochka, the teenage son of Nigerian immigrants, away from his loving family. Nikita must survive years of rigorous and often cruel training, for the purpose of becoming the KGB's most covert and deadly spy, embedded in a trusted position in the USA. Nikita enters a world of global espionage, bloody assassinations, Novichok poison and racial discrimination where friends, comrades and enemies are difficult to distinguish between.Before long he finds himself caught between two superpowers, two romances and a conscience grappling with the awful things he must to do to protect the people he loves.