It begins with a dream...

David has a near-perfect life. His beautiful wife, Helen, loves him with her whole heart and her whole, magnificent body. His young daughter, Becky, is a constant joy. His parents and in-laws are unfailingly supportive and his work is fulfilling. Why then is he troubled by vivid dreams that threaten and promise with equal force? Who is the mysterious Gwyneth who seduces him in these dreams? Why is he unable to dismiss thoughts of her even in waking moments?

At first it is just his mind that is disturbed. But then the real world begins to fall apart around him as...

""PTCJ shines on empirical detail and an illuminating account of how policy transfer works in criminal justice. ...highly recommended for readers interested in understanding the current state of criminal justice policy."
Political Studies Review

"A very interesting book and excellent at setting the context of criminal justice policies in the UK. Thoroughly researched and written in an engaging style."
Tina Eadie, Senior Lecturer, De Montfort University"

Since the late 1980s, it seems that policy-makers and politicians in the UK have increasingly looked West across the Atlantic...