A pitch-perfect exploration of modern married life, Jessica Saunders’s deliciously readable novel embraces the truth that some old flames can’t be snuffed out, no matter how many years go by. Rachel Miller is a lawyer and mother of two who’s just as comfortable in a courtroom as she is on the sidelines of a soccer field. Sure, her marriage is on autopilot, her parents are overly involved, and the other suburban moms are just a little bit catty. But if you ask Rachel, life is good. That is until her world is upended when racy photos of her and her high school boyfriend, the famous actor Jack Bellow—along with his love letters to her—are published in a tabloid, unexpectedly thrusting Rachel into the spotlight. This newfound attention calls into question her marriage, her career, and her superstar ex. Betrayed by someone she trusted and reunited with the man she tried so hard to forget, Rachel must ask herself, “How did I get here? And what do I really want?” Reminiscent of novels by Sophie Kinsella and Rebecca Serle, Love, Me is a sweet, honest foray into love, marriage, and the fantasy of a second-chance romance with the one that got away. Readers will find this lively debut romance book easy to devour and hard to put down.

This report assesses the effectiveness of correctional education programs for both incarcerated adults and juveniles and the cost-effectiveness of adult correctional education. It also provides results of a survey of U.S. state correctional education directors that give an up-to-date picture of what correctional education looks like today. Finally, the authors offer recommendations for improving the field of correctional education moving forward.

After conducting a comprehensive literature search, the authors undertook a meta-analysis to examine the association between correctional education and reductions in recidivism, improvements in employment after release from prison, and other outcomes. The study finds that receiving correctional education while incarcerated reduces inmates' risk of recidivating and may improve their odds of obtaining employment after release from prison.

The Israel Police is seeking to institute changes enabling it to better serve the needs of modern Israel. This report describes a study to address issues of civil-police relations, benchmarking, performance measurement, and deterrence.

Almost 12 million out-of-status aliens currently reside in the United States, and it is estimated that it will take 15 years and more than $5 billion for the Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement to apprehend just the current backlog of absconders. One proposed solution to this enforcement problem is for federal agencies to partner with state and local law-enforcement agencies to apprehend and deport fugitive aliens. Currently, the federal government does not require state and local agencies to carry out specific immigration enforcement actions; however, comprehensive immigration reform may address this issue in the near future. Before such legislation is drafted and considered, it is important to understand all the potential impacts of a policy incorporating immigration enforcement by nonfederal entities. As there is very limited evidence about the effects of involving state and local law enforcement in immigration enforcement duties, the authors seek to clarify the needs and concerns of key stakeholders by describing variations in enforcement approaches and making their pros and cons more explicit. They also suggest areas for research to add empirical evidence to the largely anecdotal accounts that now characterize discussions of the involvement of state and local law enforcement in immigration enforcement efforts.

This PDF document was made available from rand.org as a public service of the RAND Corporation. Israel has changed dramatically since its founding, especially in the past two decades. There is a public interest in having the police provide a type and level of service that keeps pace with these changes. Despite relatively low crime rates, the public in Israel still perceives threats to personal security and expresses concern over quality of police service. This research developed, analyzed, and evaluated approaches to address issues of public perceptions and public trust in the police, benchmarking the police against other police organizations, performance measurement, as well as addressing deterrence and crime prevention concerns.

In the city of Veridia, words aren't just communication—they're reality. Inscribed by the Ink Guild, they power technology, inspire devotion, and can even inflict excruciating pain. But beneath this meticulously crafted world, whispers of rebellion stir, fueled by forbidden texts and the seductive power of unsanctioned words. When a renowned calligrapher of illicit poetry is found flayed, his skin a grotesque palimpsest etched with a chilling prophecy, scribe-detective Jessica Saunders is thrust into a simmering conflict. Partnered with the enigmatic Archivist Joseph David, a man haunted by Veridia’s lost literary heritage, Jessica must unravel the cryptic verses and expose the truth behind the Ink Guild’s iron grip. Their investigation leads them into a clandestine world of outlawed words and hidden libraries, where they encounter Gabriela Holmes, a charismatic revolutionary who believes the legendary Whispering Codex holds the key to freedom. But Gabriela’s fervor masks a dangerous agenda, and Jessica must decide where her loyalties lie. As they delve deeper, Jessica and Joseph uncover a network of coded messages woven into the city’s architecture, leading them to a forgotten crypt beneath the Grand Scriptorium. Within its depths, they discover fragments of the Codex, radiating an unsettling power. The Guild isn’t just censoring forbidden knowledge; they are actively suppressing its magic, a magic they believe could unravel Veridia itself. With each new discovery, the stakes escalate. Silas Vance, a high-ranking Guild member and grieving father of a second flayed victim, becomes increasingly suspicious, his grief twisting into a chilling determination to protect the Guild’s secrets at any cost. Jessica, meanwhile, is haunted by vivid dreams and cryptic symbols, echoing a hidden legacy she never knew. A single, aged page hidden in her grandmother’s desk reveals a startling truth: Jessica isn't just investigating a series of murders; she is unraveling the secrets of her own identity, a revelation that could cost her everything. Caught between the Guild’s tightening control and Gabriela’s desperate rebellion, Jessica must embrace her connection to the Codex and confront a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power. The climax arrives during the Guild’s annual Calligraphy Festival, a grand spectacle of sanctioned script and controlled narratives. Gabriela plans a daring act of defiance, unleashing unsanctioned words to expose the Guild’s hypocrisy. Jessica, caught in the crossfire, must choose a side. In a breathtaking battle of words, sanctioned script clashes with forbidden knowledge, order battles chaos, and the fate of Veridia hangs in the balance. Jessica, armed with the knowledge of her heritage and the truth of the Guild’s conspiracy, must make a choice that will not only determine her own destiny but reshape the very fabric of her world.

Liefs van mij is een hartverwarmende feelgoodroman van Jessica Saunders. Een echte aanrader voor de lezers van Emily Henry en Taylor Jenkins Reid. Rachel Miller heeft haar leven prima op orde. Doordeweeks schittert ze in de rechtszaal, in het weekend moedigt ze langs het voetbalveld haar kinderen aan. Toegegeven, ze leeft wel een beetje op de automatische piloot, maar dat betekent ook dat niks de idylle kan verstoren. Toch? Dan duiken er ineens oude foto’s en liefdesbrieven op van haar en haar highschoolsweetheart, Jack. Je weet wel, die ex die ze niet meer hoeft te zien, maar die inmiddels een wereldberoemde filmster is geworden. Als de bladen en blogs vol staan met herinneringen aan haar oude ik, moet Rachel op zoek naar een nieuwe versie van zichzelf. Iedereen weet: oude liefde roest niet. Maar Rachels skills op liefdesgebied zijn wél een beetje roestig…

Jessica Saunders pens an elegantly descriptive journey of vile romance in her title "Second Chances." Silence does not speak louder than the truth Never forget your voice, tell the world your story Be kind but fierce Please follow your dreams Happiness is temporary, so is pain Fill yourself with magic when society tries to diminish you Don't follow in my footsteps you are stronger than anxiety, fear fuels negative reactions Remember life is short I dare you to make the most of it I dare you to fall in love with yourself after the world told you to love others first The journey continues with love. Preview of Love Notes, inside! Releasing fall 2018

Showing up is more than how you present yourself to the world-it's a mindset! It's making a conscious decision about how you want to be. Every day, you are presented with numerous opportunities to make micro-decisions. It's about understanding your role in your decisions and accepting full responsibility for the outcome. Showing Up Starts With You drives home a simple message: You have tremendous power. Your actions can bring a dream to fruition. Your words can inspire and motivate others. Knowing how you want to show up can determine your direction in life. You can unleash your full power and potential. It's amazing what you can do when you intentionally and deliberately partake in life. Human resources expert Jessica Saunders worked with companies like Andersen Consulting, GE Capital and JP Morgan Chase before launching her firm, EllisJordan Consulting. In Showing Up Starts With You, she combines valuable lessons, personal anecdotes and compelling stories from over 25 years of advising employers and employees on the importance of fully engaging at work. Saunders values cultivating people and relationships and takes a direct approach in examining the importance of presenting yourself positively at work, in your personal life or with your friends and family. Written with a seasoned professional's knowledge, Saunders' book is a call to action and the blueprint for individual growth. Whether seated at the boardroom or the dinner table, becoming the best version of who you are and making a positive impact in the world starts with showing up!