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In 1949, as the Chinese Civil War was about to enter its final, explosive stage, the small British frigate HMS Amethyst was sent on a dangerous mission up the Yangtze River to protect British citizens in Nanking. En route it was attacked by the Chinese Communists and held hostage on the river for several months before the crew managed to make a daring escape.The 'Amethyst' captured news headlines around the world and became an unlikely symbol of the cold war in Asia. This dramatic episode, hailed in the West as a triumph of the human spirit but bitterly condemned by the Chinese Communists, was to prejudice Anglo-Chinese relations for years to come.Using sources not previously available, Malcolm Murfett has written a book that is much more than an account of a single incident. It provides a sweeping survey of British naval power in China, from its faltering and inept beginnings in the late 1630s right up to the establishment of the People's Republic in 1949. In explaining the importance of the Amethyst episode in the history of Anglo-Chinese naval relations, Murfett suggests that it was the final poignant break with the past.Readers will find Hostage on the Yangtze to be a fascinating tale of high adventure, imperialistic oppression, diplomatic shortcomings, and political repercussions – a mixture that culminates in one of the most dramatic and memorable crises of the post-war world.

George Kohlrieser—an international leadership professor, consultant, and veteran hostage negotiator—explains that it is only by openly facing conflict that we can truly progress through the most difficult business challenges. In this provocative book, he reveals how the proven techniques and psychological insights used in hostage negotiation can be applied successfully to any personal or business relationship. Step by step, he outlines the seven key factors that anyone can use to remove the blocks that stand in the way of resolving tough problems and shows how business leaders, in particular, can develop and access the skills they need to create trust and a positive mind-set in their companies.

Heaven In His Arms… ?Khalil claimed that he never took what wasn't offered! But despite that claim, wasn't Khalil a man who would stop at nothing to get what he wanted? Kidnapped and held prisoner by Khalil, Joanna determined to escape. But she hadn't counted on this «Hawk of the North» fulfilling all her secret desires.Now Joanna had to discover if Khalil was simply using her as a political pawn. Or should she hope that the «hawk» wanted something more from her… ?

Discovering an unconscious woman in a snowdrift, rancher Maddox Thunder Horse vowed to save her life.How she had wound up in a remote area of the Badlands was a mystery, but the fear in the icebound beauty's eyes revealed that it had not been by choice. The woman who called herself Kat roused protective instincts the Lakota native had thought long-dead…. Grateful for her rescue, Katya Ivanov didn't want to pull Maddox into her nightmare.Someone wanted her dead, so the less he knew about her and her situation, the better. Still, the growing attraction between them couldn't be denied – and neither could the killer who lurked in wait. But with a warrior by her side, she just might have a shot at the life – and love – she'd always wanted….

You can't keep me here against my will!Sarah couldn't escape the brooding power of Francisco Garcia Casals. He was always there – taunting her, watching her, touching her… . Sarah knew she was bait in a clever game of blackmail. Her womanizing father had disappeared with Francisco's innocent young sister, and Francisco would stop at nothing to force them to return.Taking Sarah hostage was the perfect plan! But he didn't need locks and chains to hold her – his darkly seductive, raw sexuality was captivating enough… .Once again, Diana Hamilton is «spellbinding from beginning to end.» – Affaire de Coeur

CAPTIVE IN THE DARK KNIGHT’S CASTLE…Raphael’s heart is thought to be in the grave with his late wife. He’s certainly thankful for the mission to restore King Richard to the throne; it leaves him with no time for distraction. Lady Rosamunde Meldreth is beautiful, vulnerable, and the prey of a dangerous man.As much as Raphael wants to walk away, he’s forced to keep Rosamunde under lock and key in his castle. Raphael’s interest in Rosamunde seems to be purely one of possession – but then she discovers the dark knight wants to make her his hostage bride…