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The market-leading undergraduate investments textbook, Essentials of Investments by Bodie, Kane, and Marcus, continually adapts to the dynamic shifts in financial markets while maintaining a core theme – that security markets are nearly efficient, meaning you shouldn't expect to find obvious bargains in these markets.  This text places significant emphasis on asset allocation, seamlessly integrating practical applications of investment theory. Focus on investment analysis allows the authors to present the practical applications of investment theory and convey practical value insights. A collection of Excel spreadsheets is provided to give you the tools to explore concepts more deeply. In their commitment to bridging theory with practice, the author team aligns their approach with that of the CFA Institute. The inclusion of questions from previous CFA exams in the end-of-chapter problems, along with CFA-style questions derived from Kaplan-Schweser CFA preparation courses, link theoretical foundations to real-world scenarios. The addition of Integrated Excel assignments in the Connect platform rounds out the student success resources that include auto-graded problems, Tableau Dashboard Activities, and Smartbook, an adaptive reading and practice tool for students.  

'A dark and gritty crime thriller that kept me hooked from the first page.' Casey Kelleher, author of No Fear and MineIt takes a good woman to take a bad man downAmber. As the top performer at Angel Silk gentleman's club, she's seen it all, been forced to do things she never wanted to do. She's tired of this life but can she escape it?Lizzy. To the women at Angel Silk, she's the strong queen bee, mother to the girls. But she's hiding her own dark secrets - and if they come to light, her life could be destroyed.Jade. The newest dancer at Angel Silk, she's innocent, beautiful and trapped. She's in over her head but does she have the strength to break free?Three women, all under the control of feared gangster, Marcus. To take back their lives, they need to come together. But will he let them go or will finding freedom mean paying the ultimate price?A completely addictive, gripping and gritty gangland thriller that will have you hooked. If you like Martina Cole, Kimberly Chambers or Jacqui Rose, you will love this nail-biting read.Readers are hooked on The Angels:'A gripping read that got under my skin. Alex Kane writes one hell of a villain.' Gemma Rogers, author of Stalker and Reckless'WOW I was hooked right from the start I was engrossed in the whole story will give you shivers down your spine.' ***** Reader Review'A great read, filled with strong female characters definitely a five star read and one which I already cannot wait to re-read' ***** Reader Review'The plot moves along at a swift pace, keeping the pages turning and the jaw dropping The twists and turns just kept coming A taut, tense and tantalising read!' ***** Reader Review'I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend you pick this one up.' ***** Reader Review'What a page turner this is you never want it to end A great, gritty, UK gangland thriller' ***** Reader Review'This book will pull you right in and won't let you go until the final chapter.' ***** Reader Review'started off as a literal rollercoaster and never slowed down Highly recommended!' ***** Reader Review'Amazing. Would recommend this author to anyone So many twists and turns.' ***** Reader Review'A dark and sinister story There are some shocking surprises in store A powerful, hard hitting storyline' ***** Reader Review

'I read this book in one night and all I have is 3 words. Oh my god.' ***** Reader ReviewEven perfect mothers have secretsLeah. She's the perfect mum to ten-year-old Samuel, wife to loving husband Thomas, head of the PTA. But her closet is full of skeletons - and if the truth gets out, her world could be destroyed.Annie. She's the gangster's moll with a brain. She might be a woman, but she's not afraid to get her hands dirty to play the men at their own game. But what no one knows is the devastating secret haunting her.Terry. He's the king of Glasgow gangland, working his way up from estate to mansion. From drugs to guns, there's nothing he won't stop at to grow his dirty money. He might be a hard man, but his weakness is women.As their three stories collide, the lives of each will never be the same. Because even perfect women hide dark secrets Don't they?Readers are loving The Housewife:'Oh my goodness, what an amazing, fast paced readAbsolutely loved it!!' ***** Reader Review'Beyond brilliant!! I started it when I went to bed and was still enthralled at 5am!! From the first page to the last it was fast paced and gripping!! It certainly deserves more than 5 stars!!' ***** Reader Review'What a fantastic book! Such an intense, fast paced read from the first page rightto the last.' ***** Reader Review'What can I say apart from wow. It was fast moving, gritty and I just raced through it Highly recommended for a gripping read!' ***** Reader Review'What a rollercoaster rideit grips you and you can't put it down. I loved it.' ***** Reader Review'Oh my good god, what a blooming gripping fantastic readLots of twists and turns that will keep you on tenterhooks throughout. I really enjoyed this fast-paced action-packed read.' ***** Reader ReviewPraise for Alex Kane's gritty thrillers:'Oh my goodness, what an amazing, fast paced readAbsolutely loved it!!' ***** Reader Review'A dark and gritty crime thriller that kept me hooked from the first page.' Casey Kelleher, author of No Fear and Mine'A gripping read that got under my skin. Alex Kane writes one hell of a villain.' Gemma Rogers, author of Stalker and Reckless'WOW I was hooked...right from the start I was engrossed in the whole story...will give you shivers down your spine.' ***** Reader Review'A great read, filled with strong female characters...definitely a five star read and one which I already cannot wait to re-read' ***** Reader Review'The plot moves along at a swift pace, keeping the pages turning and the jaw dropping The twists and turns just kept coming A taut, tense and tantalising read!' ***** Reader Review'What a page turner this is you never want it to end A great, gritty, UK gangland thriller' ***** Reader Review'started off as a literal rollercoaster and never slowed downHighly recommended!' ***** Reader Review'a dark and sinister story There are some shocking surprises in storeA powerful, hard hittingstoryline' ***** Reader Review

Be careful who you let into your lifeArabella MacQueen had a tough start. Growing up surrounded by drugs and alcohol, getting into trouble as a teen, she's now in her late-twenties and has turned her life around.Until the fateful night that sees her imprisoned for 10 months.She's hit rock bottom but unexpectedly forges a bond with cellmate Roxanne McPhail that lasts beyond the prison walls.Now both women are free, and Arabella is excited about the future with boyfriend Eddie, with Roxanne at her side.But Arabella doesn't know the truth about her new best friend; about Roxanne's reputation as the head of Glasgow gangland, about the violence in Roxanne's past.She doesn't know that Roxanne has plans for Arabella that might lead her into some very dangerous places.In this dirty game, Arabella is going to have to learn you can't always trust those closest to youA gritty, utterly addictive thriller set in Scottish gangland - fans of Roberta Kray and Jacqui Rose won't be able to put it down.Readers can't get enough of Alex Kane's gritty gangster thrillers:'I read this book in one night and all I have is 3 words. Oh my god.' ***** Reader Review'What a fantastic book! Such an intense, fast paced read from the first page' ***** Reader Review'What a rollercoaster rideit grips you and you can't put it down. I loved it.' ***** Reader Review'What a page turner this is you never want it to end A great, gritty, UK gangland thriller' ***** Reader Review'A dark and gritty crime thriller that kept me hooked from the first page.' Casey Kelleher, author of No Fear and Mine'A gripping read that got under my skin. Alex Kane writes one hell of a villain.' Gemma Rogers, author of Stalker and Reckless

'Has it all drama, intrigue, betrayal, secrets and lies this dark, gripping and addictive gem is her best yet.' ***** Reader ReviewBlood's thicker than water... and they're not afraid to spill itDonnie Black. Charming, successful and utterly terrifying, he rules the Glasgow underworld with an iron fist. Nothing - or no one - will stop him and he's not afraid to get his hands dirty to grow his fortune.Layla Black. She's been married to Donnie for twenty years, enjoying the lavish world he has worked hard to create. But behind the perfect image Layla is crumbling, numbing her pain with alcohol. But Layla doesn't know the secrets Donnie keeps and the truth will send her spiralling.Louise Bellshaw. She's young, beautiful and innocent. She's charmed by Donnie's sweet words, and believes she's found true love. But Louise doesn't know her dream man has plans that will turn her life into a nightmare.As the three collide, no one can predict how family ties will turn to bloodshed. Because you'll do anything for the ones you love, won't you?A dark, twisty and totally gripping thriller set in the heart of Glasgow gangland - fans of Mandasue Heller and Kimberley Chambers won't be able to put this down. Readers are loving The Family Business:'A must read! Highly deserving of all the stars and completely unputdownable.' ***** Reader Review'A brilliant read. I couldn't put it down the writing is so good you feel like you're part of the action.' ***** Reader Review'I absolutely loved this Full of tension throughout, this will have you racing through the pages.' ***** Reader Review'A great crime family saga of totally believable characters This book has a T.V. series written all over it!' ***** Reader Review'Wow. These books just get better and betterjust brilliant.' ***** Reader Review'So gritty and edgy. I loved the story line and couldn't put it down.' ***** Reader Review'If you buy any book this year, make this the one. I absolutely loved it.' ***** Reader Review'So gripping and unputdownableFantastic, with loads of full on action. I loved it all.' ***** Reader Review'A brilliant book set in the Glasgow underworld. Gritty, and at times gruesome, the story was engaging and tense' Reader ReviewPraise for Alex Kane's gritty, unputdownable thrillers:'I read this book in one night and all I have is 3 words. Oh my god.' ***** Reader Review'I was gripped from page one and had sleepless nights because I couldn't put it down. Worth way more than five stars.' ***** Reader Review'Oh my goodness, what an amazing, fast paced readAbsolutely loved it!!' ***** Reader Review'This book was brilliant. It had me hooked from beginning until the end. Full of action and a great read.' ***** Reader Review'My only criticism is that I couldn't put it down. Make sure you've got time to read this, you won't be disappointed.' ***** Reader Review'Love Alex Kane's books if you love gangland, twists and turns on every page.' ***** Reader Review'A dark and gritty crime thriller that kept me hooked from the first page.' Casey Kelleher, author of No Fear and Mine'A gripping read that got under my skin. Alex Kane writes one hell of a villain.' Gemma Rogers, author of Stalker and Reckless

'Grit, twists and great characters. Alex Kane at her finest!' Emma Tallon, author of Her PaybackBeing head of a family is what she knows bestA decade ago, Cara Fraser, wife to one of Glasgow's most notorious gangsters, was left a widow after Kyle Fraser was slain on the city streets.The intervening years haven't been easy not least as Kyle's murder left her to bring up little Ryan and Sean alone.Now, Ryan and Sean are adults, and honouring their father's memory by rising up to become the top gangsters on the dark streets of Glasgow.Cara's kept her head down, but has spent the last few years vowing to take vengeance on the crime family who killed her beloved husband and left her children without a father.Glasgow gangland is about to discover that a mother will do anything for her family even murder.A gritty crime thriller that fans of Kimberley Chambers and Mandasue Heller won't be able to put down.Praise for The Mother:'Another fantastic gritty Gangland thriller from Alex Kane. Five stars from me!' Gemma Rogers, author of The Feud'This is a phenomenal readperfectly written and paced. You absolutely cannot predict this one.' Reader Review'One hell of a book, full of action five stars from me, especially for the slap bang ending that I didn't see coming.' Reader Review'I love her ability to make each character likeable, even the bad guys. I'm counting down the days till the next book by this author. Highly recommended.' Reader Review'Another jaw dropping explosive read from Alex Kane, her writing just gets better and better every time.' Reader Review'This was addictive, fast paced and ruthless. I loved it. A brilliant story line kept me hooked and wanting more.' Reader Review'Action packed, gripping and I found it hard to put the book down. I never saw that ending coming.' Reader Review'Fast paced, gritty, exciting, highly recommend' Reader ReviewPraise for Alex Kane's utterly unputdownable gangster thrillers:'A must read! Highly deserving of all the stars and completely unputdownable.' Reader Review'A brilliant read. I couldn't put it down the writing is so good you feel like you're part of the action.' Reader Review'So gripping and unputdownableFantastic, with loads of full on action. I loved it all.' Reader Review'Wow. These books just get better and betterjust brilliant.' Reader Review'I read this book in one night and all I have is 3 words. Oh my god.' Reader Review'I was gripped from page one and had sleepless nights because I couldn't put it down. Worth way more than five stars.' Reader Review

'Alex Kane is back and reminding us all why she is just brilliant. I have devoured this book in just one sitting and have no regrets.' Reader ReviewIt takes a strong woman to run a family and an empireJaney Hallahan was born into the criminal life. After the death of her father, she became head of the family business every day making dark decisions that make her family firm richer, no matter how dangerous.While Janey rules gangland with an iron fist, she always sticks to her own code of honour, and the innocent never get hurt.One of her workers, Danny McInroy runs an exclusive club in Glasgow the kind of place where the ultra-wealthy can fulfil their darkest desires, for a hefty cost. He's good at his job, but his arrogance and propensity to violence makes him a liability. But when Janey discovers that he's linked to the disappearance of two women, it's time to take revenge.Because no one messes with Janey, or her empire and as gangland is about to learn, a powerful woman will stop at nothing to protect her reputation.A pulse-racing, totally gripping thriller that fans of Jessie Keane, Kimberly Chambers and Heather Burnside won't be able to put down.Readers are loving Janey:'A must read book...gripping and twisted.' Reader Review'Absolutely loved this book I didn't want it to end. I was gripped from start to finish.' Reader Review'Seriously fast paced and gritty from the very start.' Reader Review'I have read all of Alex Kanes books and can honestly say once you pick one up it's really hard to put down.' Reader Review'I waited in anticipation for this book to come out...Alex kane should be up there with the top authors as her books are phenomenal.' Reader Review'Superb strong Characters with a gripping story line, this book will have you hooked from the start.' Reader Review'This book is already an absolute belter. I couldn't put it down. So many twists and turns. The writing was amazing.' Reader ReviewPraise for Alex Kane:'Grit, twists and great characters. Alex Kane at her finest!' Emma Tallon, author of Her Payback'Another fantastic gritty Gangland thriller from Alex Kane. Five stars from me!' Gemma Rogers, author of The Feud

'I was hooked... a powerful and compelling story from start to finish.' Anna SmithThey tried to forget their past. Now it's the only thing that can save them.Ever since being adopted as babies, twins Sinead and Orla have been the only family they've ever known. But as adults, their lives have taken different paths. Orla's got the big house in Glasgow, the supportive husband and teenage daughter, Molly Rose, while Sinead's struggle with drugs and alcohol has taken her to some very dark places.But all of that changes when Sinead receives a call from the woman who gave them up at birth. Their mother, Janey, is back in their lives. But she's far from what they expected and when the siblings discover their mum is the head of a dangerous gangland firm, their lives are turned upside down.In a firm like Janey's, you have to watch your back. And when someone from her past targets her new found family, Sinead, Orla and Molly Rose find themselves pawns in a dangerous game, against someone who will stop at nothing to take his revenge on Janey. But when Molly Rose is kidnapped, it's time for the sisters to show this family will do anything to protect one of their own.A hard-hitting, action-packed Scottish gangland thriller that fans of Jacqui Rose, Kimberley Chambers and Mandasue Heller won't be able to put down.Praise for Two Sisters:'A thumping, propulsive thriller, driven by close family ties of love and hate. A cracker from the new queen of gangland crime!' Denzil Meyrick'Gritty, clever and brilliantly satisfying.' Rachel Lynch'The best book I've read in months. Amazing story from the very beginning.' Reader Review'Wow!...This one's a roller coaster ride through scary worlds, with an unexpected conclusion. Highly recommend!' Reader Review'A dynamic read, full of twists and edge-of-your-seat chapters. An ending you won't see coming!... Big five stars from me.' Reader Review'I loved everything about this story; will send chills through your bodyAbsolutely fabulous.' Reader Review'What a superb read this turned out to be. Exciting and fresh, I enjoyed this book from the get-go. Brilliant characters and a twist I didn't see coming at all.' Reader Review'Moves along at a fast pace very believable and there are plenty of interesting, strong female charactersIf you like gangster books, this is one for you.' Reader Review'The author has the ability to pull you in, hold you and deliver an ending that gives you a big OMG moment Highly recommended.' Reader Review'Wow. This writing is amazing. I finished this in one evening. Couldn't put it down.' Reader Review

'This. Book. Is. Amazing...everything a psychological thriller should be, pure perfection! Nearly every chapter had my jaw dropping with another twist.' Reader ReviewShe's got her man. But does she know what he's hiding?Young, feisty, and beautiful, heads turn wherever Danica Campbell goes, even if she only has eyes for her fianc, Ricky Fyfe. He might be thirty years older than her, but his job as a big-time club owner in Glasgow means he can afford to give Danica the life she deserves.Danica knows he has a history after all, his adult daughter Teigan works at the club and she knows that Teigan's mum, Elle, disappeared decades ago. It doesn't matter, because Danica knows that Ricky will do anything for her.Until the day that a woman walks into their lives and everything that Danica knew about Ricky falls to pieces. Faced with the reality of Ricky's past, Danica's got some hard truths to swallow. But what Ricky doesn't know that Danica might just be keeping some secrets of her own and when he discovers them, their happy ever after might just come to a shocking endAn absolutely unputdownable Scottish crime thriller that fans of Lynda LaPlante and Kimberley Chambers will love.Praise for The Second Wife:'A phenomenal, brilliantly crafted belter of a read from start to finish, I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. A shining five stars!' A.A. Chaudhuri'Strong women, complex relationships and an ultra-twisty plot...A gripping page-turner, it will hook you from the start and leave you thirsting for revenge.' Heather Critchlow'A terrific read, and a whip smart narrative that holds you from page to page.' Anna Smith'OMG! Just finished this fast-paced book and the tears are tripping me! I absolutely loved it and couldn't put it downright up there with Kimberley Chambers' books! Highly recommend!' Reader Review'Wow, this book packed a whole lot of punches the balance between a gripping thriller with the added dynamics of family, secrets and lies was fab.' Reader Review'Boom!!! What a book so many twists, chapter after chapterBrilliant, absolutely brilliant. Loved it.' Reader Review'An addictive easy read with strong female leads throughout A twisty psychological thriller that grips you till its explosive ending. RECOMMENDED.' Reader Review'Absolutely brilliant book, loved the storyline and the outcome. One of my favourite books of 2025.' Reader Review

A mother will stop at nothing to protect her familyCheryl Davidson was happy with husband Leo, watching her beloved son, Dean, grow into a handsome young man, dreaming of the paths his life would take, the grandchildren he would bring home.Until the day that Dean was murdered, his body dumped in an isolated scrapyard with a bullet in his head, and Cheryl's world exploded.Discovering that Dean had been mixed up in the underworld of the Glasgow crime world, and worst of all, that Leo had brought him in, means that Cheryl's sanity is hanging by a thread.Overwhelmed by grief and with no one left to trust, Cheryl plans to take deadly retribution on the family that caused her son to be killed, vowing that they should suffer her same pain.Cheryl might be up against the formidable Janey Hallahan, the woman who runs Glasgow gangland with guns and fear, but Janey and the Hallahans might discover that a grieving mother with nothing to lose might be the most dangerous opponent of allA heart-stopping, gritty gangland thriller that fans of Kimberley Chambers and Jacqui Rose won't be able to put down.Praise for A Mother's Revenge:'Wow wow wow absolutely loved it from start to finish, what a bookI couldn't put it down, simply outstanding.' Reader Review'All the characters are sublime, even the bad guys A real roller coaster of a book.' Reader Review'An amazing story that is gripping and suspenseful. I loved it.' Reader Review'Wow. I thoroughly enjoyed this fast-paced gangland family story. Was kept in my seat from start to finish.' Reader Review'Another page turning read in this pacy gangland thriller seriestotally engaging from the beginning till the end.' Reader Review'With its gripping 'whodunit' plot and a series of unexpected twists that keep you guessing, the story keeps you hooked from beginning to end.' Reader Review'Gritty and expertly crafted The pacing is fast and the plot full of wonderful characters who will keep you on the edge.' Reader Review'Explosive from start to finishA real page turner, very hard to put down.' Reader Review

'This. Book. Is. Amazing...everything a psychological thriller should be, pure perfection! Nearly every chapter had my jaw dropping with another twist.' Reader ReviewShe's got her man. But does she know what he's hiding?Young, feisty, and beautiful, heads turn wherever Danica Campbell goes, even if she only has eyes for her fianc, Ricky Fyfe. He might be thirty years older than her, but his job as a big-time club owner in Glasgow means he can afford to give Danica the life she deserves.Danica knows he has a history after all, his adult daughter Teigan works at the club and she knows that Teigan's mum, Elle, disappeared decades ago. It doesn't matter, because Danica knows that Ricky will do anything for her.Until the day that a woman walks into their lives and everything that Danica knew about Ricky falls to pieces. Faced with the reality of Ricky's past, Danica's got some hard truths to swallow. But what Ricky doesn't know that Danica might just be keeping some secrets of her own and when he discovers them, their happy ever after might just come to a shocking endAn absolutely unputdownable Scottish crime thriller that fans of Lynda LaPlante and Kimberley Chambers will love.Praise for The Second Wife:'A phenomenal, brilliantly crafted belter of a read from start to finish, I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. A shining five stars!' A.A. Chaudhuri'Strong women, complex relationships and an ultra-twisty plot...A gripping page-turner, it will hook you from the start and leave you thirsting for revenge.' Heather Critchlow'A terrific read, and a whip smart narrative that holds you from page to page.' Anna Smith'OMG! Just finished this fast-paced book and the tears are tripping me! I absolutely loved it and couldn't put it downright up there with Kimberley Chambers' books! Highly recommend!' Reader Review'Wow, this book packed a whole lot of punches the balance between a gripping thriller with the added dynamics of family, secrets and lies was fab.' Reader Review'Boom!!! What a book so many twists, chapter after chapterBrilliant, absolutely brilliant. Loved it.' Reader Review'An addictive easy read with strong female leads throughout A twisty psychological thriller that grips you till its explosive ending. RECOMMENDED.' Reader Review'Absolutely brilliant book, loved the storyline and the outcome. One of my favourite books of 2025.' Reader Review

‘I had to pick my jaw up off the ground! One of the BEST books I have EVER read!’ (Five stars) Reader ReviewYou can try to hide. But this gangland boss will get their revenge... no matter how long it takesLifelong friends Lori Graham and Stephanie Lyle are sitting on the balcony of Lori's flat in Glasgow, chatting, drinking, enjoying the summer's warmth.Until the peace is shattered by the sound of gunshots from a drive-by shooting.Running to investigate, the women find both their worlds shattered. One of their sons is the shooter, and one is the victim.As Lori and Stephanie try and pick through the pieces, they discover that they themselves hold the key to why their boys have turned each other.A deadly secret from their teenage years has come back to haunt them, and now a face from the past is back for vengeance, using the one thing that will hurt Lori and Stephanie the most... their children.A fast-paced thriller that will have you at the edge of your seat - fans of Jacqui Rose, Mandasue Heller and Kimberley Chambers will be absolutely hooked.Readers can't get enough of The Fightback:‘Absolutely hooked from the beginning…So many twists and one I totally didn't expect. I was screaming!’ (Five stars) Reader Review‘This is highly addictive and gripping. Clear your schedule and get ready for a wild ride.’ (Five stars) Reader Review‘Wow. This author just keeps knocking it out the park... Each chapter got devoured quicker than the last.’ (Five stars) Reader Review‘A blinding read…an edge of your seat roller coaster, you don't know what's going to happen next.’ (Five stars) Reader Review‘The female characters are a standout. They’re strong, fiercely independent, and written with real depth…Dark, compelling, and unforgettable – a must-read for fans and a brilliant place to start for new readers.’ (Five stars) Reader Review‘Fast paced, gritty and full of surprises.’ (Five stars) Reader Review