Louise Davis – författare

What if one accidental mistake could rewrite your future forever?That’s the tragic dilemma two seemingly opposite, yet romantically bound teens – Genevieve and Steve – must answer if they want to explore their deep connection while saving the lives of those they love the most.Genevieve – a quiet, high-achieving high school senior – falls head over heels for Steve – a popular, yet reclusive boy – who himself is still healing from the tragic loss of his parents. As the two watch their love blossom, Steve suddenly disappears, leaving not a clue behind.In the midst of grappling with her love’s mysterious disappearance, Genevieve’s perfect world is unexpectedly shattered when her family is blackmailed into revealing a dark secret.But, this isn’t just any secret. Because if the truth is exposed, it will change how Genevieve views her family and inevitably push them all onto an even more dangerous path. Set in the backdrop of charming and quaint Moncks Corner, South Carolina, Haunted By You is an intense romantic suspense that takes readers on a highly-entertaining psychological journey through whirlwind romance, real-life ghost stories, haunted pasts, and ultimate heartache with tragic consequences. For young adult readers looking to be kept on the edge of their seats with well-developed characters and an excitedly-rich storyline – Haunted By You will challenge readers to reconsider what’s ‘normal’, come to grips with unexpected loss, and redefine what it means to cherish the small moments in life.

The Clark sisters thought they were safe, but their terrifying journey is only just getting started.Violet Clark is attending college in New York at one of the most prestigious art schools in the nation. As the oldest child, she should be the one who has it all together, who can help her sisters cope with the loss of their parents, and who should be able to move on from the tragedy that tore her family apart.But the past insists on haunting her.When Violet starts to struggle in her dance classes and a mysterious bouquet of roses arrives on her doorstep, it grows even harder to let go of her fears. Constantly looking over her shoulder, it’s clear someone is watching her, and she can’t figure out who. Soon, she’s not the only one receiving creepy notes and photos. Her sisters are in danger, too, and there is only one man she trusts to calm her nerves and help her solve the mystery.Detective Matiu McAllister is all too familiar with the Clark sisters. Working in Charleston, he was assigned to their case when Violet’s parents were killed. Not only did the suspect escape, but now they can’t find him, and Matiu is convinced that Violet, Genevieve, and Konnie are not out of danger yet. Battling his own ghosts and another case from his personal past, Matiu quickly realizes that he needs to solve both cases so he can lay those ghosts to rest.Matiu and Violet have been communicating since that tragic night in Charleston. When circumstances send Matiu to New York, they can’t deny that there is a strong connection between them, and their attraction blossoms.So does the danger.Forced back to Charleston, Matiu leaves New York. But when Violet’s life is threatened, he is desperate, more than ever, to get back and save her.My Haunted Vow, the thrilling sequel to Haunted by You, will haunt you with every nerve-wracking turn of the page.

Konnie has enough anger to last a lifetime. Desperate to pick up the pieces of her traumatic past, she finds herself at a new school full of privileged snobs—thanks to her newly married sister. Nothing says “I love you” like being sent away. Her friends are gone, so is her patience, and she has zero interest in anything. Especially a rich kid named Hendrix.Hendrix lives a glamorous life. A nice truck. A big house. But underneath that carefully constructed facade his father works hard to maintain is a home life far from loving. When Konnie shows up, Hendrix is smitten, even though she doesn’t give him the time of day. Falling for her means defying his father’s expectations, so Hendrix must decide whether to fall in line or follow his heart. Nothing comes easy. Especially a relationship with one of the most dangerous girls in Charleston.Prison walls and iron bars can’t hold Sebastien Lykaios back, and he’s more dangerous than ever. While Konnie searches for happiness, and Hendrix grapples with his father’s oppressive hand, Konnie sees no other option but to dive right into danger. With Sebastian’s sights set on all the people who have wronged him, including Konnie and her sisters, the fight for their love—and their lives—is on.Forever Haunted, the gripping conclusion of the Haunted by You series, will linger long after the final page.

Social Psychology in Sport, Second Edition, offers global perspectives and a broad base of knowledge in areas that shape the social environment of sport. The text guides readers through the interactions, relationships, influences, and perceptions that affect sport performance and the lived experience of sport participation. Athlete relationships with coaches, parents, and peers are examined in depth.Editors Louise Davis, Richard Keegan, and Sophia Jowett offer their expert knowledge and diverse perspectives regarding social relationships in competitive sport at every level. Through the contributions of an international group of established scholars, Social Psychology in Sport, Second Edition, explains how the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of sport performers are influenced by the presence of others.The second edition offers a broad range of topics, with theoretical, empirical, and applied perspectives of social psychology. Trending topics such as the maltreatment of athletes, parental involvement, and safe sport cultures are addressed. The text also covers established areas of interest such as group dynamics and coach–athlete relationships. Each chapter follows a progression, starting with theory and then moving to current research, future research directions, and suggested practical applications. This chapter structure helps readers to build a foundation of understanding before moving on to application benefits. Chapter objectives and discussion questions are provided to aid in knowledge retention.Social Psychology in Sport, Second Edition, explores the growing field of social psychology in sport settings, offering a broad base of knowledge alongside practical application and areas for further research. This text is a comprehensive resource for students and researchers interested in the psychosocial aspects of sport.