Acclaimed Argentine thriller writer Gustavo Eduardo Abrevaya (The Sanctuary) returns with a harrowing tale of society in decay. After a five-year-old girl disappears under mysterious circumstances, Federico " El Pampa" Bazá n, a sub-inspector with the Federal Police, is tasked with tracking her down. Pampa is a lone wolf who' s used to getting his hands dirty, but nothing has prepared him for this descent into a hellish underworld of corrupt officials, bloodthirsty security forces, and mar...

Eine äußerst nützliche Auseinandersetzung mit der Problematik Suchtkranker, den Behandlungsmethoden und der aktiven Rolle des familiären Umfelds. Entdecken Sie, wie das Verhältnis von Zeit und Drogen in einer Epoche funktioniert, in der alles beschleunigt und unmittelbar ist. Die Perspektive des renommierten Dr. Eduardo Kalina, Psychiater und Suchtexperte, ist grundlegend, um über eines der komplexesten Themen nachzudenken, mit denen alle Länder der Welt konfrontiert sind.

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Eduardo Alemán provides a definitive institutional account of how Chile’s party system was remade—and ultimately undone—after authoritarian rule.In Political Institutions and Party System Change in Chile, Eduardo Alemán offers the most comprehensive analysis to date of Chile’s party system, tracing its evolution from the 1930s through the early 2020s. He begins with an analysis of how parties interacted before 1973, establishing a historical baseline both ...

This book examines the phenomenon of kidnap-for-ransom, a crime that has been described as a ‘modern scourge.’ It draws on a large body of data from across the world and utilizes a range of theories and concepts from the social sciences and business disciplines to analyse and explain its widespread use by criminals and pirates. Case studies are extensively utilized to illustrate general observations on kidnap-for-ransom. The book provides comprehensive coverage, including the latest manife...

As a corrupt cop, he thought he knew evil.After a botched raid, narcotics detective Rick Mercy is being hunted by fellow cops, the drug dealers, and the torture cult he and his partner stumbled upon.His partner did not survive the encounter. Rick did, but with a gash across his chest from a ceremonial weapon, a human bone.And now, since getting slashed, a dark, intoxicating hunger is creeping into his mind. Mercy has to evade capture long enough to...

In the quiet town of Porto Seguro, detective Ricardo Alves finds himself facing the most challenging case of his career when a series of brutal murders shakes the community. The victims, seemingly unrelated to each other, are found with an enigmatic symbol engraved on their hands. As the investigation progresses, Ricardo discovers that the crimes are linked to an unsolved case from 20 years ago involving the disappearance of children. With the help of his partner, the insightful forensic p...

Detective Richard Doyle is called to investigate a new mystery in a secluded town on the shores of a murky lake, known to the locals as Hidden Lake . A young girl mysteriously disappears during a local festival, and her influential family insists that she is the victim of something more sinister than a simple disappearance. As Doyle explores the depths of the lake and uncovers the secrets hidden within the small village, he discovers that the town and its inhabitants hold far more secrets ...

Ricardo Montalvo, a detective from Porto Esperança, is called to investigate the disappearance of historian Dr. Luís Montenegro. The investigation soon leads him to discover the existence of Vertentes, a secret organization formed by powerful members of the city, which controls local politics, justice and commerce. As he delves into the shadows of Vertentes, Ricardo faces threats and discovers that the leader of the organization, known as "The Elder", is the philanthropist Bernardo Lemos –...

Every Day a Poem is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover the poetry hidden in everyday life. Each poem in this collection opens a small window into moments of presence—people who move us, dawns that soften us, flowers that unfold toward the light, and the quiet pulse of nature that reconnects us to ourselves. Designed as a daily companion, this book can be opened at random, explored intuitively, or read one poem per day to infuse the year with beauty, reflection, and ...

In the heart of the Carpathians, where the mountains rise like guardians of ancient secrets, a story persists that never dies. It is a whisper that crosses the centuries, fed by fear, fascination, and the shadow of a single name: Dracula. Many believe the count is only a myth, a tale woven by superstitious minds to explain the inexplicable. But those who have felt the cold caress of the night know that the truth is far more terrifying. Because Dracula is not merely a figure of legend, but ...

In Achieving Financial Freedom, you will discover the key principles that differentiate those who achieve financial success from those who live paycheck to paycheck. This book provides practical steps and strategies to help you understand the true power of money, offering guidance on how to grow and multiply your wealth. Whether you re looking to escape the daily grind or take control of your financial future, this book will show you how to: Set clear and achievable financial goals Build a...