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On February 13, 2003, a plane carrying three American military contractors—Marc Gonsalves, Tom Howes, and Keith Stansell—crashed in Colombia's jungle, leading to their capture by the FARC, a terrorist organization. This marked the beginning of their five-and-a-half-year ordeal of survival amidst brutality. They recount their harrowing experiences, detailing the crash, the horrific treatment they endured, and their struggle to stay alive. The narrative reveals the physical and mental torment they faced, including starvation marches, solitary confinement, and heavy chains that left them wishing for death. The story provides a glimpse into the notorious FARC, highlighting the men's determination to survive for themselves and each other. It covers their role in U.S. counter-narcotics efforts, their captivity, and interactions with other hostages, including Ingrid Betancourt. The men learned to adapt to the jungle's harsh conditions, with their friendship and spirituality playing crucial roles in their endurance. The account culminates in their dramatic rescue by military units in Colombia and the emotional reunions with their families. It also reflects on how their captivity transformed them and what life has been like in the months following their release.

From the publishers of "Thirtynothing" comes a sparkling comic debut that asks: Can a twenty-something woman find true love, inner peace, and clean linen on a journey through Asia?

Als een Egyptisch meisje ontdekt dat haar moeder niet haar echte moeder is, gaat ze op onderzoek.

Een jonge vrouw die in Londen in de reclame werkt, raakt verliefd op een collega.

Rejecting any terrorist involvement, Tweed senses the danger but cannot identify the source. His desperate search drives Grey, Newman and Cardon underground inside Europe. And Cardon is trapped in an emotional situation with a strange woman.

When a member of their staff is murdered, Tweed, Paula Grey and Bob Newman find themselves involved in a sinister plot where a mysterious female assassin is murdering anyone who gets close to the truth.