It is the year 2006, and a succession of massive underwater explosions has left three of the world's largest oil tankers burning fiercely in the middle of the Strait of Hormuz. United States military intelligence conclude that the Iranians have finally carried out their long-standing threat to lay a minefield across the narrow seaway leading to the Persian Gulf.
Eccentric high fashion meets buttoned-up Madison Avenue in Danielle Steel’s captivating tale of two perfect-for-each-other people from two wildly different worlds. In a fresh, funny look at what happens when a woman who has everything finally meets her match, Danielle Steel proves that, in life and love, it’s never too late for a second chance....
Two cases have pushed San Francisco detective Lindsay Boxer beyond her limits. In the first, a terrible fire in a wealthy home has left a married couple dead and Lindsay and her partner, Rich Conklin, searching for clues. At the same time, Michael Campion, the son of California's ex-governor with a reputation for partying, has been missing for a month. When there finally seems to be a lead in his case, it is a devastating one. And the combined pressure from the press and the brass is overwhelming.
The Teacher´s Magazine Nº 135 (May 2011)
This edition is full of tips for a wide range of activities and suggestions to bring along to your classes and make the teaching-learning process a smooth and enjoyable experience. These tips include what you need to bear in mind when preparing tests, how to deal with irregular verbs and how to write informal letters and emails. In connection with May 1, Labour Day, you will find tips and practice on key issues when applying for a job, such as writing a CV and cover letter, filling in an application form or having an interview. Finally, we present an article highlighting the advantages of using a tool like Skype to help students improve their listening and speaking skills.
