Kathleen Ernst Bücher

Factory Outlet Center sind seit Jahren Gegenstand von Diskussionen über die Ansiedlungssteuerung privater Großvorhaben mithilfe landesplanerischer und bauleitplanerischer Mittel. Die Autorin behandelt zunächst den Strukturwandel im Einzelhandel und die spezifischen Ansiedlungsvoraussetzungen dieser Zentren. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf der landesplanerischen Regelung von Factory Outlet Centern, wobei die Zulässigkeit von Soll- und In-der-Regel-Zielen sowie das zentralörtliche Gliederungsprinzip und dessen Anwendbarkeit auf private Vorhaben thematisiert werden. Die Autorin unterzieht ausgewählte landesplanerische Regelungen einer Rechtmäßigkeitskontrolle im Hinblick auf Wettbewerbsfreiheit und kommunale Planungshoheit. Sie kommt zu dem Schluss, dass die Integration privater Vorhaben in ein durch das Kongruenzgebot erweitertes zentralörtliches Gliederungsprinzip zu starr ist. Zudem werden kooperative Handlungsinstrumente als Alternativen zu landesplanerischen Regelungen vorgestellt. Im dritten Kapitel werden die Möglichkeiten und Grenzen der städtebaulichen Steuerung der Ansiedlung erörtert, wobei § 2 Abs. 2 Satz 2 BauGB besonders berücksichtigt wird. Die Autorin vertritt die Auffassung, dass die bloße Geltendmachung der zentralörtlichen Funktion nicht ausreicht, um gegen die Ansiedlung eines Factory Outlet Centers vorzugehen; es bedarf einer nachweisbaren Beeinträchtigung dieser Funktion durch prognostizierten Kaufkraftabzug.

In a thrilling adventure set against the stunning backdrop of Norway, Chloe navigates a web of dangerous mysteries while trying to maintain her rhythm as a musician. As she delves deeper into the intrigue, she encounters unexpected allies and formidable foes, all while grappling with her own inner demons. The story blends suspense with elements of music and personal growth, showcasing Chloe's resilience as she uncovers secrets that could change everything.

A rare piece of Belgian lace becomes the focal point of a gripping mystery intertwined with themes of greed and uncertainty. As characters navigate a web of deception and intrigue, the story explores the lengths to which individuals will go to possess this coveted artifact. With each twist and turn, the narrative delves into the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of obsession, ultimately leading to a shocking revelation that ties together the threads of the past and present.

A thrilling road trip takes a dark turn as the characters confront their pasts. As they journey through haunting landscapes, buried secrets and unresolved conflicts emerge, leading to unexpected dangers. Tension escalates when the group faces both internal struggles and external threats, forcing them to confront not only the ghosts of their history but also the reality of their choices. This gripping narrative explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions.

Chloe Ellefson is excited to be learning about Wisconsin's Cornish immigrants and mining history while on temporary assignment at Pendarvis, a historic site in charming Mineral Point. But when her boyfriend, police officer Roelke McKenna, discovers long-buried human remains in the root cellar of an old Cornish cottage, Chloe reluctantly agrees to mine the historical record for answers. She soon finds herself in the center of a heated and deadly controversy that threatens to close Pendarvis. While struggling to help the historic site, Chloe must unearth dark secrets, past and present ... before a killer comes to bury her. Praise: "Richly imagined and compelling, Mining for Justiceonce again highlights Kathleen Ernst's prowess as a storyteller, with its nuanced characters and intersecting mysteries ... Ernst is a master of reconstructing the past, providing vivid and authentic details about the lives of early Cornish immigrants in Wisconsin, while showing how the secrets of those long-buried people still matter in the present day."--Susanna Calkins, author of the Macavity-winning Lucy Campion Mysteries.

While working as a reporter during her summer vacation in 1935, Kit uncovers a mystery at the Cincinnati Zoo involving suspected break-ins at the monkey house

Chloe finds herself entangled in a web of betrayal and revenge that jeopardizes both her career and her safety. As she navigates the dangerous consequences of a killer's actions, the stakes rise, forcing her to confront threats that could endanger everything she holds dear. The tension escalates as Chloe must unravel the motives behind the deadly blend of deceit surrounding her, making for a gripping tale of survival and resilience.

Set against the backdrop of Wisconsin farm life in 1855, the story follows Hanneke Bauer as she confronts the harsh realities of her new existence after discovering her husband's lifeless body. The narrative explores themes of resilience and survival, revealing the challenges Hanneke faces in a world that is far from idyllic. As she navigates grief and the responsibilities of farm life, she must find the strength to forge her own path amidst the turmoil.

Chloe Ellefson, seeking a new beginning as a collections curator at Old World Wisconsin, becomes embroiled in a dangerous mystery when an elderly woman's plea to find a lost Norwegian ale bowl leads to her untimely death. As Chloe investigates the artifact's history, she uncovers a deadly cover-up involving someone intent on erasing its existence. With the help of police officer Roelke McKenna, who has his own troubled past, Chloe races against time to solve the mystery before she becomes a victim herself.

While visiting her Aunt Millie in the summer of 1934, Kit tries to discover who is sabotaging a visiting folklore researcher.