Katy Gardner Boeken

Cass Bainbridge heeft besloten niet meer met de stroom mee te zwemmen. Ze verlaat Londen, het huis dat ze deelt met haar vriend Matt en gaat doceren aan de universiteit van Brighton, aan de zuidkust van Engeland. Maar Brighton is niet de meest voor de hand liggende plaats voor een vrouw met een intense afkeer van de zee. Dan begint Cass te vermoeden dat ze wordt gestalkt en ze voelt zich steeds minder op haar gemak. Ze krijgt vreemde telefoontjes en heeft het gevoel dat er iemand in haar appartement is geweest. De stroom van onrust zwelt aan tot een golf die haar dreigt te overspoelen. Pijnlijke herinneringen komen weer boven; het geheim dat haar jeugd verwoestte en haar leven voorgoed veranderde.

A critical look at how a non-traditional, technocratic development industry is failing the societies it professes to help

The narrative captures the essence of rural life in a Bangladeshi village, showcasing the vibrant stories of its inhabitants through Katy Gardner's fifteen-month experience. Her outsider perspective highlights the warmth of the friendships formed, while her respectful portrayal of Bangladesh and its culture adds depth to the narrative. Through beautifully crafted storytelling, the book immerses readers in the daily lives and rich traditions of the villagers, making it a poignant exploration of community and connection.

It began with an ordinary childhood game. Mel Stenning is playing hide and seek with her seven-year-old daughter Poppy. But when Poppy can't be found in the sprawling converted warehouse by the sea that is their home, the police are swiftly called in. Suspicion falls straight away on Si, Mel' s husband of just a year. But Si, too, is missing. And when the police tell Mel that only the day before they had accused her husband of a murder, her life begins to crumble. For the police it's a race against time to find Poppy and to trace Si. But for Mel, whose whole world has been turned upside down, finding her daughter depends on working out who now she can really trust.

This is the story of Gemma and me: how I lost her, I suppose. I don't usually tell it to anyone but myself; I save it for the darkest moments. "Losing Gemma," Katy's Gardners debut novel about adventure, losing your best friend, and self-discovery, has been translates into twelve languages and compared to Alex Garland's breakthrough novel, The Beach, among many others. This time, the backpacking heroes are girls. What makes "Losing Gemma"truly unforgettable, is the read itself; it's an impossibly suspenseful novel that's as gripping as it is psychologically rich. Two young women have gone looking for adventure, backpacking through India--but only one returns. The other one believes it's all her fault. And the mystery behind what really happened during their fateful visit to a secluded shrine compels the reader forward to a page-turning conclusion that's shocking, strange, and haunting.

The book explores the complex dynamics between neoliberal developers and anti-globalization activists, focusing on human-scale interactions in the context of development. It aims to provide an anthropological perspective on these relationships, offering insights into the social implications of development practices while maintaining a balanced viewpoint. David Mosse highlights its significance in portraying the nuances of development beyond ideological extremes.

Focusing on Bengali elders from Sylhet, Bangladesh, this book explores the identity and ethnicity of the first generation of migrants in Britain. It fills a gap in existing research by highlighting the unique experiences and perspectives of older South Asians, offering insights into their cultural heritage, challenges, and contributions to British society. Through in-depth analysis, it sheds light on the complexities of aging, migration, and community among this often-overlooked demographic.