Bøger af Douglas Renwick

"A gripping, convincing and rewarding read" 'A Balance of Evil' is a British novel which features the murky world of secret services, forbidden love, tragic decisions and a plea of redemption. It's set against a background of real events, a fact that some readers may find disturbing. THE BLURB Gerald spends the last two years of his life trying to find a mystery woman who could be dead. This leads to him becoming embroiled in the UK's Secret Intelligence Service, MI6, as it struggles to meet the demands of a changing and uncertain world in which terrorism takes over as the major threat to our daily lives.He writes his story for Dan, a skiing friend, to be read only after his death. It reveals some intimate truths about their relationship, and some disturbing secrets about governments and their agents doing terrible things. Sometimes they have to, in order to prevent a greater evil, but when it involves a loved one, can it be justified? Can it be forgiven? Or does it call for revenge? WHAT THEY ARE SAYING "A gripping and intriguing action adventure which explores the moral legitimacy of sacrificing the few for the greater good of the many in a most entertaining and well-researched manner. Douglas Renwick's debut work skilfully interweaves the softness of family human interest with the harsh realities of the world of conspiracy theories, spooks and revenge... " "... compelling and thought provoking reading. A combination of well researched recent history, romantic suspense and good old-fashioned story telling." "An engaging, persuasive romantic thriller with a new twist. The 'doctrine of necessity', which involves the legitimacy of a lesser evil to prevent a greater evil, runs through the novel. Using a background of the intelligence services and counter-terrorism, it is well researched and builds character and plot development in a fast-moving way. The well paced build-up of tension, romance and action keeps the reader on edge. It is a gripping, convincing and rewarding read." "A good entertaining read which kept me engrossed while also providing a lot of thought-provoking content on some modern conspiracy theories... Liked the style of writing... Very topical and provided interesting thoughts and ideas on these and other issues of life and the moral compass. More likely to question what is the real truth behind events reported." "A fascinating and well written and researched book that draws the reader into its web of intrigue and keeps hold. The drawing together of all the characters and sub plots is very much in the manner of an early Frederick Forsyth." "Whow! what a read! This was a thought-provoking and believable tale that raced along - I could hardly bear to put it down. What parts could be true? I don't know, so perhaps it IS all fiction. Sort of!" "Loved this book. I was hooked from the first and couldn't put it down. Definitely a Five Star read. You would be mad not to try it!" "I LOVED this...couldn't put it down. Fantastically researched and entirely topical for anyone with an interest in global current affairs."

Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS Classic imprint ...A Bodyguard of Lies It's March 2020. British secret agent Eleanor is on a skiing holiday in the French Alps with her partner, Robert, when disaster strikes in the mountains high above them. A passenger plane crashes. Terrorism is suspected and her boss in London asks her to retrieve some vital evidence before anyone else can by retrieving the 'black box'.She and Robert succeed, but for some reason London seems more interested in destroying it. She is determined to find out why, despite the risk to herself - and her family.

"Exciting, fast-moving and thought-provoking">It's March 2020. Eleanor is on a skiing holiday in the French Alps with her partner, Robert, when disaster strikes in the mountains high above them. Terrorism is suspected and London asks her to retrieve some vital evidence before anyone else can.>She and Robert succeed, but for some reason her masters seem more interested in destroying it. She is determined to find out why, but her efforts are thwarted when she is remanded in custody on a charge of murder.>WHAT THEY ARE SAYING>"A Bodyguard of Lies is the third part of thriller trilogy charting the ups and downs of a female member of the Secret Service. The plotting is taut, the pace fast, the surprises well delivered, all set within a credible evocation of the workings of the world of spooks. As the title implies, the novel explores the dilemma between individual morality (or the lack of it), and the moral sacrifices that may be demanded by the Service. A good, thoughtful and entertaining read.">"Douglas Renwick has done it again, this third book is probably the best of the trilogy, I found it difficult to put down and though it apparently finishes the Eleanor story in a very exciting and satisfactory manner, I shall be very sorry to say goodbye to her.">"It's a very good book with more thought provoking issues to consider and debate. Would like to see a 4th book in which we see how Eleanor handles the challenges and compromises.">"A real page turner with some electrifying descriptions and an unexpected twist at the end. Very sad to have reached the end of this trilogy. Eleanor's character develops wonderfully throughout this book, you feel you really do get to know her and for that reason I will miss reading about her.">"I have read all three books of the trilogy and have enjoyed them enormously. The story got better as I went along and I missed the characters and their lives when I came to the end. The books were a good read with a fascinating insight into different world.">"I have read all three books and enjoyed each one . However I enjoyed this last one most. The central character, Eleanor is believable, likeable and very human. There is an excellent ending, I couldn't recommend the trilogy more highly.">"This is a cracking good read, swept away by an avalanche of snow and conspiracy theories from the first page.">"Excellent reading, 'real life fiction' if that's possible.">"I have read the trilogy and thoroughly enjoyed them all. I found the story line gripping and full of unexpected scenarios . The first book, with it's numerous conspiracy theories, was the most interesting as it made me think about the broader contemporary issues that are going on at the moment.">"Having read all three books, I will miss Eleanor Braithwaite! Douglas Renwick has done it again; he keeps us on the edge of our seats until the very end.">"This was one of the most exciting, fast moving, books I have ever read, and very believable. Would make a fantastic film and it is about time we had a female equivalent of Bond!">"Thoroughly enjoyed reading this, the third of the trilogy. A story to make you think in these days of fake news; what's fact and what is fiction. I've enjoyed all three, this the most.">"I read very infrequently thus always have to go back a few pages to recapture the story.That method was totally unnecessary with "A Bodyguard of Lies"; I could not put it down. A terrific read!">"I've been waiting for the third book in the trilogy and I must say it was worth it. Another excellent read, highly recommended.">"Sad to reach the end of such an excellent trilogy, which became more absorbing with each book. Interesting characters and ingenious plots.">

This book examines a new topic in Human Resource Management (HRM), green - or environmental - HRM, analysing the role humans play in environmental management at work and environmental behaviours at workplaces around the world.