Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756688450
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Check over your shoulder before you peek inside the pages of Top Secret - you're about to learn the secrets of some of the sneakiest spies around! Follow the footsteps of famous spies through the ages to reveal their use of physical devices to cover their tracks and the inventive gadgets available at the time - including night vision goggles and bugging devices hidden in plants and cocktail olives - then see the best disguises and secret identities of crafty secret agents.
Top Secret
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756688450
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Check over your shoulder before you peek inside the pages of Top Secret - you're about to learn the secrets of some of the sneakiest spies around! Follow the footsteps of famous spies through the ages to reveal their use of physical devices to cover their tracks and the inventive gadgets available at the time - including night vision goggles and bugging devices hidden in plants and cocktail olives - then see the best disguises and secret identities of crafty secret agents.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756688450
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Check over your shoulder before you peek inside the pages of Top Secret - you're about to learn the secrets of some of the sneakiest spies around! Follow the footsteps of famous spies through the ages to reveal their use of physical devices to cover their tracks and the inventive gadgets available at the time - including night vision goggles and bugging devices hidden in plants and cocktail olives - then see the best disguises and secret identities of crafty secret agents.
Secret Agenda
Author: Howard H. Schack
Publisher: SP Books
ISBN: 9781561719563
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
"Former CIA and Mossad intelligence agents find it difficult to sleep at night since much of the old Soviet Union's arsenal of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons is being secretly sold to fanatical international terrorists. Only a retired veteran intelligence analyst such as this author, with his many international contacts, can alert the West to the unprecedented dangers of impending global blackmail and mass-murder which he has uncovered. Written by a former Mossad intelligence agent, the threats depicted in these pages are all too real.
Publisher: SP Books
ISBN: 9781561719563
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
"Former CIA and Mossad intelligence agents find it difficult to sleep at night since much of the old Soviet Union's arsenal of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons is being secretly sold to fanatical international terrorists. Only a retired veteran intelligence analyst such as this author, with his many international contacts, can alert the West to the unprecedented dangers of impending global blackmail and mass-murder which he has uncovered. Written by a former Mossad intelligence agent, the threats depicted in these pages are all too real.
This Book is Top Secret
Author: Allison Gorner
Publisher: Mischievous Books
ISBN: 1988829194
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
In a secret lab, deep in the woods, something bizarre is going on. But, you're not really supposed to know. In fact, put this book down. I mean... You're not allowed to read it. Don't even open this book because THIS BOOK IS TOP SECRET.
Publisher: Mischievous Books
ISBN: 1988829194
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
In a secret lab, deep in the woods, something bizarre is going on. But, you're not really supposed to know. In fact, put this book down. I mean... You're not allowed to read it. Don't even open this book because THIS BOOK IS TOP SECRET.
Top Secret
Author: Dale Kiser
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1449082998
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 698
Book Description
This is an intense love story wrapped up in CIA and KGB activities and intrigue. The two main characters, Mollie Sands and Jim Owens, have a long and stormy relationship over the eleven years. Mollie, an Alaskan woman who has to survive more hurt than most people ever expect to. Jim, a former Military Intelligence Officer and finally a CIA operative of much merit. After having hurt each other significantly several times the relationship falls apart for several years. During these years the two of them continue to work together. Jim has several relationships with other women during this time. Mollie has to contend with all that while still loving him. This is a detailed writing about the work they were involved in during the eleven years and all the hurts Mollie endured. It goes deeply into the thinking of some of the characters, revealing their weaknesses and fears as well as some of their strengths. One might ask why a woman would tolerate all that Mollied did and still keep her sanity? And why would she tolerate all the other things he did with other women and not completely dismiss him from her life? And why would she insist he tell her all the details of everything he did, knowing she would suffer tremendously? The amazing thing is that she seems to have kept her sanity while struggling mightly within herself. Happenings brought on by themselves, the KGB, and their own organization, the CIA. There is love; there are assassinations, much intrigue, loneliness, loss of several close friends as the CIA and the KGB battle each other. It is set in Alaska, but takes place in many parts of the world. It is very detailed and is a compelling story, one worthy of much psychological investigation and thought.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1449082998
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 698
Book Description
This is an intense love story wrapped up in CIA and KGB activities and intrigue. The two main characters, Mollie Sands and Jim Owens, have a long and stormy relationship over the eleven years. Mollie, an Alaskan woman who has to survive more hurt than most people ever expect to. Jim, a former Military Intelligence Officer and finally a CIA operative of much merit. After having hurt each other significantly several times the relationship falls apart for several years. During these years the two of them continue to work together. Jim has several relationships with other women during this time. Mollie has to contend with all that while still loving him. This is a detailed writing about the work they were involved in during the eleven years and all the hurts Mollie endured. It goes deeply into the thinking of some of the characters, revealing their weaknesses and fears as well as some of their strengths. One might ask why a woman would tolerate all that Mollied did and still keep her sanity? And why would she tolerate all the other things he did with other women and not completely dismiss him from her life? And why would she insist he tell her all the details of everything he did, knowing she would suffer tremendously? The amazing thing is that she seems to have kept her sanity while struggling mightly within herself. Happenings brought on by themselves, the KGB, and their own organization, the CIA. There is love; there are assassinations, much intrigue, loneliness, loss of several close friends as the CIA and the KGB battle each other. It is set in Alaska, but takes place in many parts of the world. It is very detailed and is a compelling story, one worthy of much psychological investigation and thought.
Shh! It's a Secret
Author: Daniel M. Kimmel
Publisher: Fantastic Books
ISBN: 9781617207334
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
2014 COMPTON CROOK AWARD FINALIST. The Brogardi appeared out of nowhere, and -- telegraphing their peaceful intentions -- they landed in the middle of nowhere: New York State's Catskills Mountains resorts. It was an alien invasion, of the most peaceful, friendly kind. But there had to be something sinister behind it all, right? Movie executive Jake Berman lives fiction for a living, promoting movies to the masses. He's happy, and only moderately harried. But his peaceful existence is thrown into overdrive when one of the aliens sets his sights beyond the decaying resorts of the east -- when he decides it's time to invade Hollywood Daniel M. Kimmel is a film critic and professor of film. His book on the history of FOX TV, "The Fourth Network" received the Cable Center Book Award. His other books include a history of DreamWorks, "The Dream Team," and "I'll Have What She's Having: Behind the Scenes of the Great Romantic Comedies." His collection of essays, "Jar Jar Binks Must Die... and other Observations about Science Fiction Movies," was a 2012 nominee for the Hugo Award for Best Related Work. He is a past president of the Boston Society of Film Critics, and current co-chair of the Boston Online Film Critics Association. This is his first novel. " Kimmel's first novel is] a true joy... let's hope there are more to come." --Don Sakers, "Analog Science Fiction and Fact" "This is the book we've been waiting for from Dan Kimmel -- funny, knowing, fast paced, full of humor, and told with a big heart. An absolute joy." ---Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo Award-winning author of "Red Planet Blues" "Dan Kimmel's first novel is a funny and delightful tour de force that will appeal to movie fans as well as science-fiction readers." --Michael A. Burstein, John W. Campbell Award-winning author of "I Remember the Future" "Exceptionally funny... pretty damned spectacular... this is the funniest book of the year and one of the best debut SF novels in ages " --Chris Garcia, "The Drink Tank"
Publisher: Fantastic Books
ISBN: 9781617207334
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
2014 COMPTON CROOK AWARD FINALIST. The Brogardi appeared out of nowhere, and -- telegraphing their peaceful intentions -- they landed in the middle of nowhere: New York State's Catskills Mountains resorts. It was an alien invasion, of the most peaceful, friendly kind. But there had to be something sinister behind it all, right? Movie executive Jake Berman lives fiction for a living, promoting movies to the masses. He's happy, and only moderately harried. But his peaceful existence is thrown into overdrive when one of the aliens sets his sights beyond the decaying resorts of the east -- when he decides it's time to invade Hollywood Daniel M. Kimmel is a film critic and professor of film. His book on the history of FOX TV, "The Fourth Network" received the Cable Center Book Award. His other books include a history of DreamWorks, "The Dream Team," and "I'll Have What She's Having: Behind the Scenes of the Great Romantic Comedies." His collection of essays, "Jar Jar Binks Must Die... and other Observations about Science Fiction Movies," was a 2012 nominee for the Hugo Award for Best Related Work. He is a past president of the Boston Society of Film Critics, and current co-chair of the Boston Online Film Critics Association. This is his first novel. " Kimmel's first novel is] a true joy... let's hope there are more to come." --Don Sakers, "Analog Science Fiction and Fact" "This is the book we've been waiting for from Dan Kimmel -- funny, knowing, fast paced, full of humor, and told with a big heart. An absolute joy." ---Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo Award-winning author of "Red Planet Blues" "Dan Kimmel's first novel is a funny and delightful tour de force that will appeal to movie fans as well as science-fiction readers." --Michael A. Burstein, John W. Campbell Award-winning author of "I Remember the Future" "Exceptionally funny... pretty damned spectacular... this is the funniest book of the year and one of the best debut SF novels in ages " --Chris Garcia, "The Drink Tank"
4 CITIES 4 MISSIONS (English version)
Author: Pierpaolo Maiorano
Publisher: Il Pierpo
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
Codename Silverwolf series. The beginning! The genesis of a controversial and mysterious character.Mario's past is finally revealed. From that day when everything changed and which contributed in making him what he is today... A determined and tenacious person, a man who is respected by everyone - friends and enemies - for his fairness and availability.His American adventure, some of the missions he solved with wit and intuition.He escaped from Italy because some men of the Camorra wanted him dead, and after spending a year in Asia, Mario arrives in Philadelphia determined to start a new life. He is greeted by an agent of the American intelligence who offers him to become one of theirs. Remembering what happened to him in April 1990, when he met Harby Crawbson and his troubles began, he refuses the offer. But Harby makes his life difficult and eventually he gives in, becoming a secret agent.Soon he becomes the team's focal point and includes us in some missions which he solves with skill, intuition and stubbornness during his American adventure.But when he thinks that this is what his life has become, he finds himself forced to run away... AGAIN!
Publisher: Il Pierpo
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
Codename Silverwolf series. The beginning! The genesis of a controversial and mysterious character.Mario's past is finally revealed. From that day when everything changed and which contributed in making him what he is today... A determined and tenacious person, a man who is respected by everyone - friends and enemies - for his fairness and availability.His American adventure, some of the missions he solved with wit and intuition.He escaped from Italy because some men of the Camorra wanted him dead, and after spending a year in Asia, Mario arrives in Philadelphia determined to start a new life. He is greeted by an agent of the American intelligence who offers him to become one of theirs. Remembering what happened to him in April 1990, when he met Harby Crawbson and his troubles began, he refuses the offer. But Harby makes his life difficult and eventually he gives in, becoming a secret agent.Soon he becomes the team's focal point and includes us in some missions which he solves with skill, intuition and stubbornness during his American adventure.But when he thinks that this is what his life has become, he finds himself forced to run away... AGAIN!
End of Story
Author: Arjun Shekhar
Publisher: Hachette India
ISBN: 9350095963
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 203
Book Description
Is someone out there tinkering with our minds? Shukrat Ali, a news anchor at Khulasa, the ‘tabloid’ current affairs channel, is out of a job.TV channels across the country have closed down as a consequence of a Supreme Court ban on electronic advertising. An inquiry is on regarding the emergence of a sinister new form of ads the media has dubbed ‘propagandads’, which uses compelling subliminal messages to subtly rewire people’s minds and influence their actions. Even as Shukrat grapples with the question: ‘How does an anchor move on?’ he is summoned to testify in the trial concerning the killing of his ex-boss, Satya Saachi Sengupta, the mysterious and towering figure in his life, whose connections with this insidious mind manipulation scheme can no longer be denied. Being a key witness present at the scene of the crime, Shukrat must prepare to bare all before the court and tread carefully lest his testimony boomerangs on him. Gripping and darkly humorous, End of Story? is an intriguing and intelligent thriller about the dystopian possibilities of everyday advertising.
Publisher: Hachette India
ISBN: 9350095963
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 203
Book Description
Is someone out there tinkering with our minds? Shukrat Ali, a news anchor at Khulasa, the ‘tabloid’ current affairs channel, is out of a job.TV channels across the country have closed down as a consequence of a Supreme Court ban on electronic advertising. An inquiry is on regarding the emergence of a sinister new form of ads the media has dubbed ‘propagandads’, which uses compelling subliminal messages to subtly rewire people’s minds and influence their actions. Even as Shukrat grapples with the question: ‘How does an anchor move on?’ he is summoned to testify in the trial concerning the killing of his ex-boss, Satya Saachi Sengupta, the mysterious and towering figure in his life, whose connections with this insidious mind manipulation scheme can no longer be denied. Being a key witness present at the scene of the crime, Shukrat must prepare to bare all before the court and tread carefully lest his testimony boomerangs on him. Gripping and darkly humorous, End of Story? is an intriguing and intelligent thriller about the dystopian possibilities of everyday advertising.
Shh… It's Our Secret
Author: Lizzie Chantree
Publisher: BHC Press
ISBN: 1643972030
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Violet has a secret that could change the lives of everyone she knows and loves, especially the regulars at the run-down café bar where she works. After losing her parents at a young age, they are the closest thing she has to a family and she feels responsible for them. Kai is a jaded music producer who has just moved outside of town. Seeking solitude from the stress of his job, he’s looking for seclusion. The only problem is he can’t seem to escape the band members and songwriters who keep showing up at his house. When Kai wanders into the bar and Violet’s life, he accidently discovers her closely guarded secret. Can Kai help her rediscover her self-confidence or should some secrets remain undiscovered?
Publisher: BHC Press
ISBN: 1643972030
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Violet has a secret that could change the lives of everyone she knows and loves, especially the regulars at the run-down café bar where she works. After losing her parents at a young age, they are the closest thing she has to a family and she feels responsible for them. Kai is a jaded music producer who has just moved outside of town. Seeking solitude from the stress of his job, he’s looking for seclusion. The only problem is he can’t seem to escape the band members and songwriters who keep showing up at his house. When Kai wanders into the bar and Violet’s life, he accidently discovers her closely guarded secret. Can Kai help her rediscover her self-confidence or should some secrets remain undiscovered?
Panic Switch
Author: Michael DiMercurio
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN: 1951510119
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 641
Book Description
The oily and brackish waters of the Russian Northern Fleet submarine base part for the passage of the colossal special purpose Omega II-class submarine Belgorod, on a mission to hold the United States hostage. This gigantic submarine is armed with three Poseidon unmanned submersibles, each with a 10-megaton warhead. Her goal: placing them offshore in U.S. ports in a nuclear-blackmail chess move. In response, the United States dispatches the newest special operations attack submarine, the Virginia-class USS New Jersey, which lies in wait to follow Belgorod under the polar icecap. Because every submariner knows that what happens under the ice...never happened. Legendary former admiral and current National Security Advisor Michael Pacino and his son Anthony, a combat-decorated veteran of undersea warfare, return in this epic novel of submarine-versus-submarine warfare.
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN: 1951510119
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 641
Book Description
The oily and brackish waters of the Russian Northern Fleet submarine base part for the passage of the colossal special purpose Omega II-class submarine Belgorod, on a mission to hold the United States hostage. This gigantic submarine is armed with three Poseidon unmanned submersibles, each with a 10-megaton warhead. Her goal: placing them offshore in U.S. ports in a nuclear-blackmail chess move. In response, the United States dispatches the newest special operations attack submarine, the Virginia-class USS New Jersey, which lies in wait to follow Belgorod under the polar icecap. Because every submariner knows that what happens under the ice...never happened. Legendary former admiral and current National Security Advisor Michael Pacino and his son Anthony, a combat-decorated veteran of undersea warfare, return in this epic novel of submarine-versus-submarine warfare.
Sideways
Author: Rex Pickett
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 1429907878
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
A raucous and surprising novel filled with wonderful details about wine, Rex Pickett's Sideways is also a thought-provoking and funny book about men, women, and human relationships. The basis for the 2004 comedy-drama road movie of the same name starring Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church. Sideways is the story of two friends-Miles and Jack-going away together for the last time to steep themselves in everything that makes it good to be young and single: pinot, putting, and prowling bars. In the week before Jack plans to marry, the pair heads out from Los Angeles to the Santa Ynez wine country. For Jack, the tasting tour is Seven Days to D-Day, his final stretch of freedom. For Miles--who has divorced his wife, is facing an uncertain career and has lost his passion for living-the trip is a week long opportunity to evaluate his past, his future and himself.
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 1429907878
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
A raucous and surprising novel filled with wonderful details about wine, Rex Pickett's Sideways is also a thought-provoking and funny book about men, women, and human relationships. The basis for the 2004 comedy-drama road movie of the same name starring Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church. Sideways is the story of two friends-Miles and Jack-going away together for the last time to steep themselves in everything that makes it good to be young and single: pinot, putting, and prowling bars. In the week before Jack plans to marry, the pair heads out from Los Angeles to the Santa Ynez wine country. For Jack, the tasting tour is Seven Days to D-Day, his final stretch of freedom. For Miles--who has divorced his wife, is facing an uncertain career and has lost his passion for living-the trip is a week long opportunity to evaluate his past, his future and himself.