Justine Davis

No Neutral Ground examines the complexities of promoting democracy after civil wars, focusing on the role of domestic non-governmental organizations (NGOs). While peace and democracy promoting NGOs are expected to be impartial in their activities, in the aftermath of violence, citizens may distrust these organizations and perceive them as exclusionary, detracting from their effectiveness. The book explores how post-war polarization shapes the interactions among citizens, NGO leaders, and governments, influencing citizen attitudes toward democracy promotion. Each actor is shaped by the destabilizing effects of war, resulting in unintended consequences. Drawing on extensive original data collected through years of fieldwork in Côte d'Ivoire, encompassing interviews, participant observation, focus groups, surveys, experiments, and lab-in-the-field games, No Neutral Ground reassesses the theory and practice of post-conflict democratization and offers insights into whether and how wartime legacies might be overcome to achieve democracy.

No Neutral Ground examines the complexities of promoting democracy after civil wars, focusing on the role of domestic non-governmental organizations (NGOs). While peace and democracy promoting NGOs are expected to be impartial in their activities, in the aftermath of violence, citizens may distrust these organizations and perceive them as exclusionary, detracting from their effectiveness. The book explores how post-war polarization shapes the interactions among citizens, NGO leaders, and governments, influencing citizen attitudes toward democracy promotion. Each actor is shaped by the destabilizing effects of war, resulting in unintended consequences. Drawing on extensive original data collected through years of fieldwork in Côte d'Ivoire, encompassing interviews, participant observation, focus groups, surveys, experiments, and lab-in-the-field games, No Neutral Ground reassesses the theory and practice of post-conflict democratization and offers insights into whether and how wartime legacies might be overcome to achieve democracy.

Protecting his daughter is what matters. Partnering with an all-knowing canine is the secret. Colby Kendrick would do whatever it takes to gain sole custody of his smart-as-a-whip young daughter, Grace. So when Grace's lovely neighbor, Ali Moran, and the too-brilliant dog Cutter become the girl's protectors against his ex's powerful family, Colby is happy to join their team. Watching the way Cutter shields his daughter makes Colby believe in the happy future he never imagined--especially when he lives up to his reputation as an uncanny matchmaker. Now, with the help of his own formidable allies, Colby devises a plan to rescue his child...and safeguard his newfound family. From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Cutter's Code series: Book 1: Operation Reunion Book 2: Operation Blind Date Book 3: Operation Unleashed Book 4: Operation Power Play Book 5: Operation Homecoming Book 6: Operation Soldier Next Door Book 7: Operation Alpha Book 8: Operation Notorious Book 9: Operation Hero's Watch Book 10: Operation Second Chance Book 11: Operation Mountain Recovery Book 12: Operation Whistleblower Book 13: Operation Payback Book 14: Operation Witness Protection Book 15: Operation Takedown Book 16: Operation Rafe's Redemption Book 17: Operation Rescue Book 18: Operation Protector

Includes 2 titles! Perfect for fans of: ??? Small-town romance ?? Forced proximity ?? Cowgirl Her homecoming has been interrupted by murder… When Jamie Trapper rescues a man mauled by a mountain lion, the former barrel racer is hailed a hero. But the skeletal remains Jamie and federal park ranger Pierce Hauser uncover point to an all-too-human culprit. The murder victim’s possible ties to a secret group of conspirators only deepen the mystery. As the list of suspects grows, can the cowgirl stop a killer from claiming more victims? He fought to stay away, but fate drew him in Seaplane pilot Hetty Amos has no patience for wilderness guide Spence Colton’s flirtatious way with clients. But being isolated with him in the Alaskan outback gives her a glimpse of the man beneath the glib persona. But when bullets fly over their campsite, Hetty and Spence gain a new sense of trust. Then Hetty discovers a woman’s body half-buried in snow, which makes them partners in a dangerous revelation…

He kept his distance... Until fate threw them together Seaplane pilot Hetty Amos has no patience for wilderness guide Spence Colton's flirtatious way with clients. But being isolated with him in the Alaskan outback gives her a glimpse of the real man beneath the glib persona. When bullets fly over their campsite, Hetty and Spence gain a new sense of how much they need each other to survive--as well as a new sense of trust. Then Hetty's discovery of a woman's body half-buried in snow makes them partners in a revelation that could endanger both their lives... From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of The Coltons of Alaska series: Book 1: Colton in the Wild by Justine DavisBook 2: Colton's Secret Weapon by Tara Taylor QuinnBook 3: The Unknown Colton by Lisa ChildsBook 4: Colton on Guard by Karen Whiddon

Mountain Abduction by Danica Winters A search for one missing person is just the beginning… Saved from a near-fatal rockslide by rescue volunteer Sean McCormack, April Twofeather needs his help when a teen disappears. April works at a camp for at-risk kids, but Sean remembers when she was a troubled pregnant teen. While they face the danger together, a powerful attraction grows between them. But what will happen when April discovers Sean’s secret…and the identity of the runaway? A Colton Kidnapping by Justine Davis A marriage of convenience to protect them… They had nothing in common—Briony, a shy accountant, and Greg, a gruff Colton rancher. But after the death of their two best friends, Briony and Greg become uneasy guardians of the couple’s two children. When the children’s dangerous grandfather tries to gain custody, the two new parents know they must get married to protect their found family. Can Briony and Greg save the children and their hearts?

She went undercover to escape a killer... And attracted another. A serial killer's threats drive FBI tech expert Ashlynn Colton undercover at a dude ranch. Investigating her prime suspect's half brother, cowboy Kyle Slater, the city girl is unprepared for how displaced she feels on a ranch...and for her attraction to Kyle. When Kyle's murderous father threatens Ashlynn, she and Kyle take refuge at a remote cabin. Now Ashlynn's greatest danger comes from her own heart. From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of The Coltons of New York series: Book 1: Colton's Unusual Suspect by Marie FerrarellaBook 2: Protecting Colton's Baby by Tara Taylor QuinnBook 3: Colton's Body of Proof by Karen WhiddonBook 4: Colton's Undercover Seduction by Beth CornelisonBook 5: Agent Colton's Secret Investigation by Dana NussioBook 6: Under Colton's Watch by Addison FoxBook 7: Colton's Deadly Affair by Jennifer D. BokalBook 8: Chasing a Colton Killer by Deborah Fletcher MelloBook 9: Protecting Colton's Secret Daughters by Lisa ChildsBook 10: Colton's Montana Hideaway by Justine DavisBook 11: CSI Colton and the Witness by Linda O. JohnstonBook 12: Colton's Yuletide Manhunt by Kacy Cross

Resolute AimBy Leslie Marshman Her secret puts them both at risk Traumatised after killing in self-defence, Bree Delgado left the big city to join a smalltown police force. Her distractingly gorgeous new partner, Noah Reed, assures her that small towns have serious crime too—and Bree has a dangerous vulnerability. She may have to trust Noah with the truth, but that doesn’t mean she has to give in to the attraction simmering between them… Operation Witness ProtectionBy Justine Davis He saved her once, and he’d do it again Case McMillan isn’t an officer anymore, but instinct sends him running when he sees a woman being held at gunpoint. Skittish and secretive, Terri is hard to trust—until a wily dog named Cutter helps Case see the true self she’s been hiding. As the sole witness to a murder, she needs more protection than he alone can provide, but he’s not leaving her side until he knows that she’s safe.

A traitor may be their only hope. The Coalition's most decorated battle commander Caze Paladen is running out of time--personally and professionally. A shard of shrapnel embedded close to his spine threatens his life, and the resistance of Ziem's people to Coalition rule threatens his career. Either way, Paladen is on borrowed time, unless he can find a way to win this war. The legendary Spirit of the Mountain, widow Iolana Davorin--long believed dead--has the power of healing along with the blessing and curse of far-seeing vision. Following her path has saved Ziem so far, but cost her nearly everything, including the love of her children. Now, when she's almost reclaimed her life, she must risk it all again and find a way to turn an honorable man into a traitor. Caze Paladen holds her world and the lives of her children in his hands. Yet, she sees something in him that gives her hope, for both her home and her heart. If she can find the long buried spark of humanity in him and flame it to life again. If she can stop the rebels from killing him. . . . About the Author: Author of more than sixty books (she sold her first ten in less than two years), Justine Dare Davis is a four-time winner of the coveted RWA RITA Award, and has been inducted into the RWA Hall of Fame. Her books have appeared on national bestseller lists, including USA Today. She has been featured on CNN and taught at several national and international conferences and at the UCLA writer's program. Find out more at her website and blog.

EPIC Award winning series On the mist-shrouded world of Ziem . . . Eirlys Davorin, daughter of the "first family" of Ziem, feels ravaged by both the invasion of her peaceful world by the vicious Coalition and by newly discovered secrets that change her perception of everything she knows. Brander Kalon uses his reputation as a scapegrace gambler to get close to the Coalition and aid the rebellion. Every risk he takes is fueled by the desire to buy the rebels enough time to cobble together a plan to end the invasion for good. He also finds himself facing the wrath of an independent young woman who feels betrayed by his deception, by her brother's secret life as leader of the rebellion, and by their determination to keep her safe and out of harm's way. Eirlys clings to her burgeoning anger at what has been done to her world, and what those she had once trusted have kept from her. Only when she is at last free to fight back and join the rebellion does she begin to realize the true enormity of the battle they all face. And the kind of love it will take to survive. Their chance to save the rebellion will hinge on the most dangerous gambit they've ever attempted . . . . Author of more than sixty books (she sold her first ten in less than two years), Justine Dare Davis is a four-time winner of the coveted RWA RITA Award, and has been inducted into the RWA Hall of Fame. Her books have appeared on national bestseller lists, including USA Today. She has been featured on CNN and has taught at several national and international conferences and at the UCLA writer's program. Find out more at her website and blog at justinedavis.com, Facebook at JustineDareDavis, or Twitter @Justine_D_Davis.

KYLIE THIS, KYLIE THATRiding instructor Kylie Rainwood had been getting on Tyler West's nerves. His teenage daughter chattered about Kylie morning, noon and night, so why shouldn't Ty resent the woman who'd stolen his child's affections- even as he grew more out of touch? The moment Ty confronted Kylie, she knew she was in trouble. Every inch of his masculine body was taut with anger and frustration...all directed at her. The painful past might have taught Ty to bottle his feelings, but for his daughter's sake, Kylie was determined to help him open up. She never bargained on uncovering his dark, long- buried secrets...or unleashing the torrent of raw passion that swiftly engulfed them both....

THE LAST REAL-LIFE HEROThat was Trey Logan. He had rescued her father from a war-torn jungle in Central America, at the expense of his own freedom. Now he was back, and Jamie McCall vowed to make it all up to him. But this dark, brooding man had scars she couldn't see. A BATTLE WORTH FIGHTING? Trey had been in tough spots before, and he had always relied on his cool head to get him through. But this sandy-haired princess posed a different sort of threat. One look in her amber eyes could break him to pieces, and his heart was the one thing he wasn't willing to risk....

PLAYING FOR KEEPS... Five years ago, sweet Meggie Spencer had saved Devlin Cross from a personal torment too large to bear alone. She'd been his only beacon of hope-until the truth about him had destroyed their fragile love, and she'd disappeared. But now he'd found her, and things had changed. This time he wasn't letting her get away An innocent nineteen, Megan had found enigmatic Devlin Cross everything she'd ever wanted in a friend ... and a lover. But when cruel reality tore them apart, she vowed he'd never know the child he'd fathered. Now he was back, and she trembled. Denying the passion between them was difficult-denying the love still burning in her heart impossible. But her secret threatened to tear them apart....