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Rapture: Fallen; Torment; Passion; Rapture (Fallen #4)
by Lauren Kate<P>RAPTURE, the fourth & final FALLEN novel, is the Lauren Kate book the world has been waiting for. <P>The sky is dark with wings. . . .Like sand through an hourglass, time is running out for Luce and Daniel. To stop Lucifer from erasing the past, they must find the place where the angels fell to earth. <P>Dark forces are after them, and Daniel doesn't know if he can do this--live only to lose Luce again and again. Yet together they face an epic battle that will end with lifeless bodies . . . and angel dust. Great sacrifices are made. Hearts are destroyed. <P>And suddenly Luce knows what must happen. For she was meant to be with someone other than Daniel. The curse they've borne has always and only been about her--and the love she cast aside. The choice she makes now is the only one that truly matters. In the fight for Luce, who will win? <P>The astonishing conclusion to the FALLEN series. Heaven can't wait any longer.From the Hardcover edition.
Truth or Dare? (Chesil Beach #1)
by Laura E. JamesKate wants to start taking more chances in life—but how much risk is too much? Kate Blair is sick of unrequited love. She’s quietly waited for Mickey for years, but she’s finally decided: No more Mickey and no more playing it safe. She’s been trying to control everything—from the calories she consumes to painful emotions toward her alcoholic mother. She wants to live it up and be more like her wild friend Rosie—though Rosie has some problems of her own. It’s time to take a chance on real love, and Declan O’Brien’s the perfect risk. He’s handsome, kind, and crazy about her—so it’s not long before all thoughts of Mickey are few and far between. But old habits die hard. Kate may have started to forget . . . but has Mickey? “[James’s] Chesil Beach series . . . has been compared to that of leading novelists Jodi Picoult and Jojo Moyes.” —Dorset Echo
Summer at the Art Café
by Sue McDonaghShe’s hitting the road with the wind in her hair—and a hunger in her heart . . . If you won a gorgeous purple motorbike, and your husband said you were too fat for leathers and should sell it, would you do as you were told—or learn to ride it in secret? Artist and café owner Lucy Daumier has chosen the second option—but learning to ride isn’t easy, especially under the critical gaze of prickly motorcycle instructor Ash Connor. Gradually Lucy gets the hang of it, and in the process rediscovers the girl she used to be. So begins an exciting summer of new friendships and fun—as well as a realization that there’s more to Ash than meets the eye when she’s introduced to his seven-year-old daughter, Daisy. But Lucy’s newfound happiness is at risk as a spiteful family member wants to see her fail . . .
Watch for Me by Twilight (Hartsford Mysteries #3)
by Kirsty FerryMoving between the present day and 1930s England, this compelling, romantic mystery reminds us that the past is never really the past . . . Aidan Edwards has always been fascinated by the life of his great-great-uncle Robert. A trip to Hartsford Hall, and an encounter with Cassie Aldrich, leads him closer to the truth about Robert Edwards, as he unravels the scandalous story of a bright young poet and a beautiful spirited aristocrat in the carefree twilight of the 1930s before the Second World War. But can Aidan find out what happened to Robert after the war—or will he have to accept that certain parts of his uncle’s life will remain forever shrouded in mystery? The Hartsford Mysteries series can be read in any order.
Tell Me No Secrets
by Lynda StaceyHaunted by her family’s tragic past, a woman embarks on an investigation that may reveal shocking truths . . . Every time Kate Duggan looks in a mirror she’s confronted by her guilt: a scar reminding her that she was the one to walk away from the car accident. Others were not so lucky. On the surface, her fiancé, Rob, is supportive—but the reality is different. He’s controlling and manipulative, and, if the phone call Kate overhears is anything to go by, he has a secret. But just how dangerous is that secret? When Kate begins work at a firm of private investigators, she meets Ben Parker. His strong and silent persona is intriguing, but it’s also a cover—because something devastating happened to Ben, something he can’t get over. As Kate and Ben begin their first assignment, they become close. What they don’t realize is how close to home the investigation will bring them, or who will be hurt in the process . . .
The Daughter of River Valley (Cornish Tales)
by Victoria CornwallAn Englishwoman falls for a handsome intruder in this “emotional, compelling and atmospheric” historical romance by the author of The Thief’s Daughter (Chicks, Rogues and Scoundrels). Cornwall, 1861. Beth Jago is an independent seamstress living in her own remote cottage in Cornwall’s River Valley. She has what appears to be an idyllic life—but appearances can be deceiving. Lately, Beth has been receiving mysterious threats from an unknown outsider. So when she finds a strange man in her home, she acts swiftly to protect herself. One frying pan to the head knocks the intruder out cold—and nearly kills him. Worst of all, the blow seems to have robbed the handsome stranger of his memory. Afraid he might die, Beth reluctantly nurses him back to health. Yet can she trust the man with no name who has entered her life? Or is he as dangerous as his nightmares suggest? As they grow closer, the threats become more severe. Perhaps they are somehow linked to the man with no past. Or perhaps the real danger is still outside waiting . . . and watching them both.
The Truth Lies Buried (Borteen Secrets #2)
by Morton S GrayA young woman and a brooding widower are connected by a secret past in this suspenseful contemporary romance by the author of The Girl on the Beach. Sad circumstances bring Jenny Simpson back to Borteen Bay, the English coastal village where she grew up. Her father disappeared when she was just a child, and now that her mother has passed, Jenny is on her own. In search of a new beginning, she takes a job cleaning houses—and her first assignment brings her to the home of Carver Rodgers, a handsome yet melancholy widower. Since his wife’s untimely death, Carver has all but given up on life—and it shows in the state of his house. As Jenny and Carver grow closer, she begins to unravel the mystery of his unrelenting grief, while he begins to see new possibilities for the future. But they soon realize they share more in common than the spark between them. They are connected by the secrets buried in Borteen—secrets that link back to a fateful day at a police station many years before. The Truth Lies Buried is the second Borteen Secrets novel from Morton S. Gray, following The Girl on the Beach, which won Choc Lit’s Search for a Star contest.
Here Comes the Best Man
by Angela BritnellHe needs to save his brother’s big day—and may find love along the way . . . When special ops veteran Josh Robertson returns home to Nashville to be the best man at his younger brother’s wedding, he’s sure he’ll mess it all up somehow. He’s already on edge just from reuniting with his family after years in the service. It’s fun to pick up his old guitar again—but facing his father is another story . . . But when it becomes clear the wedding might not go according to plan, it’s up to Josh and fellow guest Louise Giles to make sure that the bride- and groom-to-be get their perfect day. Can Josh be the best man his brother needs? And is someone else beginning to realize that Josh could be her “best man” too?
One Summer Weekend
by Juliet ArcherShe’s got her guard up against a sexy CEO—but this business trip is about to get personal . . . Alicia Marlowe’s life as an executive coach is well under control—until she meets her new client, Jack Smith. Jack’s reputation precedes him, and Alicia knows immediately he spells trouble. Not least because he reminds her of someone else—a man who broke her heart and made her resolve never to lower her guard again. Taking Jack on as a client is a risk, but one that Alicia decides to take for the good of her career. As long as she keeps him in his place, she might just make it through unscathed. But Jack has other ideas—including a “business” trip to England’s Lake District. One summer weekend with him is all it takes to put Alicia’s carefully organized world in a spin . . .
The Marked Lord
by Sharon IbbotsonA lady spy on the run finds refuge with a reclusive lord in this suspenseful Victorian romance novel. France, 1803. Sophy de Browarec knows a thing or two about survival, and very little about love. An orphaned aristocrat, she married at sixteen only to lose her husband to French revolutionaries shortly after their wedding. Since then, she’s sought justice as a spy for the British. But when her identity is revealed, Sophy flees France and returns to Cornwall, finding refuge with the only living link to her past, Fitzwilliam “Fitz” Ravensbourne. Lord Ravensbourne has suffered his own share of misfortune—and it’s left its mark in more ways than one. Though they grew up together, it’s been many years since Fitz and Sophie have seen each other, and both have changed quite a bit. Fitz, scarred by his past, has become a near recluse, while Sophy is less than forthcoming about her life. As they gradually reconnect, buried secrets come to light—secrets that could bring danger to Ravensbourne and threaten the forbidden love of these two troubled souls.
Summer at Carrick Park (Tempest Sisters #1)
by Kirsty FerryA summer wedding, fifty cupcakes, and a man she thought she would never see again . . . When Joel Leicester walks into the hotel where Rosa Tempest works, she can hardly believe her bad luck. Out of all the hotels in North Yorkshire, the man who broke her heart would walk into Carrick Park! The last time Rosa saw Joel, it was after a whirlwind holiday when they’d been greeted at his flat by a woman claiming to be his fiancée. Rosa never stuck around to hear Joel’s side of the story—but now, six years later, fate has another trick up its sleeve as a potentially disastrous summer wedding at Carrick Park can only be saved by Joel and Rosa working together . . . This contemporary romance set in England is part of Kirsty Ferry’s delightful Tempest Sisters series, which can be enjoyed in any order.
The Final Reckoning
by Margaret JamesA young woman returns home to the dangerous secrets she once escaped in this atmospheric British thriller from the acclaimed author of Girl in Red Velvet. Everyone in the small English town of Hartley Cross knew that Lindsay Ellis and Simon Dyer were inseparable. But their teenage love was cut short by a horrifying crime. Lindsay stumbled across the brutally murdered body of Simon’s father, Louis. Traumatized by the experience—and by Simon’s arrest—Lindsay left Hartley Cross and never looked back. Until now. With her mother’s passing, it falls to Lindsay to plan the funeral and sort her mother’s affairs. That means returning to Hartley Cross, and confronting the anguish that has haunted her for years. Many of Lindsay’s old friends are still there. And so is Simon, who was eventually acquitted. After all these years, Lindsay’s heart still jumps when she sees him. Perhaps there’s hope for their spark to be rekindled. But not everyone is happy to have Lindsay back home. Because whoever killed Louis was never caught—and may be willing to strike again in order to keep it that way.
It Had to Be You (Chicago Stars #1)
by Susan Elizabeth PhillipsThe Windy City isn't quite ready for Phoebe Somerville--the outrageous, curvaceous New York knockout who has just inherited the Chicago Stars football team. And Phoebe is definitely not ready for the Stars' head coach, former gridiron legend Dan Calebow, a sexist jock taskmaster with a one-track mind. Calebow is everything Phoebe abhors. And the sexy new boss is everything Dan despises--a meddling bimbo who doesn't know a pigskin from a pitcher's mound.So why is Dan drawn to the shameless sexpot like a heat-seeking missile? And why does the coach's good ol' boy charm leave cosmopolitan Phoebe feeling awkward, tongue-tied . . . and ready to fight?The sexy, heartwarming, and hilarious "prequel" to This Heart of Mine--Susan Elizabeth Phillips's New York Times bestselling blockbuster--It Had To Be You is an enchanting story of two stubborn people who believe in playing for keeps.
One Fine Cowboy: One Fine Cowboy And Cowboy Trouble By Joanne Kennedy; Getting Lucky And Lucky In Love By Carolyn Brown
by Joanne KennedyHe's got a way with horses. . . and with women. . . His heart is as wild as the horses he trained. . . Nate Shawcross is perfectly content to spend his days training wild horses. So when a beautiful greenhorn unexpectedly shows up for a seminar from the famous "Horse Whisperer" of Wyoming, all Nate wants to do is send her packing. . . The last thing she expects is a lesson in romance. . . Graduate student Charlie Banks came to the ranch to learn about horse communication, but when she meets the ruggedly handsome cowboy, she starts to fantasize about another connection entirely. . . Nate needs to stay focused if he's going to save his ranch from foreclosure, but he can't help being distracted by the brainy and breathtakingly sexy Charlie. Could it be that after all this time Nate has finally found the one woman who can tame his wild heart?
Ruin of Stars: International Edition (Mask of Shadows #2)
by Linsey MillerThe thrilling conclusion to the Mask of Shadows duology that weaves a tale of magic, shadows, and most importantly, revenge.As one of the Queen's elite assassins, Sal finally has the power, prestige, and permission to hunt down the lords who killed their family. But Sal still has to figure out who the culprits are. They must enlist the help of some old friends and enemies while ignoring a growing distaste for the queen and that the charming Elise is being held prisoner by her father.But there's something terribly wrong in the north. Talk of the return of shadows, missing children, and magic abounds. As Sal takes out the people responsible for their ruined homeland, Sal learns secrets and truths that can't be forgotten.
Sky Girls: The True Story of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
by Gene Nora JessenThe year is 1929, and on the eve of America's Great Depression, nineteen gutsy and passionate pilots soared above the glass ceiling in the very first female cross-country air race. Armed with grit and determination, they crossed thousands of miles in propeller-driven airplanes to defy the naysayers who would say it cannot – not should not – be done. <P><P> From the indomitable Pancho Barnes to the infamous Amelia Earhart, Sky Girls chronicles a defining and previously forgotten moment when some of the first women pilots took their rightful place in the open skies. For a country on the brink of defining change, they would become symbols of hope, daring, and the unstoppable American spirit. And for generations to come, their actions would pave the way for others to step into the brave unknown and learn to fly . . . <P><P> Written by female pilot and member of the original Mercury 13 Gene Nora Jessen, Sky Girls celebrates the strength and smarts of these trailblazing women, and sits perfectly on the shelf next to The Radium Girls, Hidden Figures, or Code Girls.
Sex From Scratch: Making Your Own Relationship Rules (Real World Ser.)
by Sarah MirkModern life calls for modern relationship advice. Sex From Scratch is a love and dating guidebook that gleans real-life knowledge from smart people in a variety of nontraditional relationships. Instead of telling people how to snag a man, seduce a woman, or find “true love,” the book sums up what dozens of diverse folks have learned the hard way over time. Sarah Mirk offers tips and stories from the steadfastly single to people making open relationships work, from people who’ve decided they’re never going to have kids to parents who are consciously producing the next generation. No matter what type of relationship you're in or what type you want, Mirk's reporterly wisdom and sense of humor provides perspective, humor, and down to earth guidance. This is an essential, fun, insightful resource whose time has come.
How to Plan Your Own Destination Wedding: Do-It-Yourself Tips from an Experienced Professional
by Sandy MaloneTen years ago, when Sandy Malone was planning her Caribbean destination wedding, there was no Pinterest, no Instagram, and no Wedding Wire. The Knot and the Wedding Channel were in their infancy. And Malone was planning her wedding from scratch.The tips and advice in How to Plan Your Own Destination Wedding will help brides and grooms navigate the murky waters of destination-wedding planning—and they are murky because most do-it-yourself brides and grooms are looking to do something “different” from what all of their friends have done before them. Unfortunately, the more remote, bizarre, and challenging the destination is, the more attractive it appears to the do-it-yourself couple.That’s where Sandy Malone, star of Wedding Island (TLC), who has been planning weddings for ten years, comes in. She offers advice to brides and grooms on how NOT to spend money on things they don’t need to invest in, and where they DO need to spend money to make sure the event runs smoothly. She also gives tips on how to negotiate the contract with the venue, the “wetiquette” of invitations for destination weddings, finding and handling vendors abroad, and much more. This book offers the complete guide to destination weddings, by a true expert!
Patricia (Living Books Romance #36)
by Grace Livingston HillPatricia Prentiss has nowhere to turn. Since grade school she had admired John Worth. He was always kind and ready to protect her from the advances of the rich, spoiled Thereinto Belonging. But suddenly John disappears, and Patricia is faced with the worst predicament in her life--she is being forced to marry Thereinto, of all people! Where is John when she needs him the most? Then Thereinto arranges a gala dinner party, setting the stage for forcing Patricia to agree to the wedding and announce their engagement. Patricia prays for a way to escape and for John's swift return. Will he make it in time? GRACE LIVINGSTON HILL AMERICA'S BEST-LOVED STORYTELLER is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love.
Somewhere I'll Find You (Capitol Theatre #1)
by Lisa KleypasA classic tale of sensuous secrets and unanticipated passion, from the extraordinary New York Times bestselling author The toast of the town ... All London is at Julia Wentworth's feet-and anything she desires is hers for the asking. But the glamorous leading lady guards a shocking secret: a mystery husband whom she does not know, dares not mention ... and cannot love. For years Damon Savage has been searching for the stranger his parents wed him to without his consent, hoping to legally free himself from matrimony's invisible chains. And he is astonished to discover his "bride" is none other than the exquisite lady he'd hoped to make his mistress! But though his wife by law, Julia will never truly be Damon's-until he conquers her fears, his formidable rivals ... and her proud, passionate, and independent heart.
Kiss
by Jill MansellInternational bestseller Jill Mansell delivers a hilarious, touching tale about love and friendshipOne perfect, unforgettable kiss can change your life...When aspiring musician Izzy is knocked off her motorbike, she doesn't just lose her dignity—she loses both long-term boyfriends, her job, and her beautiful apartment. Gina, who caused the accident, has more important things to worry about: her husband has just deserted her for his pregnant mistress. Why should she care about Izzy? Yet somehow, Gina finds herself opening her home to Izzy and her spirited teenage daughter. It's there that Izzy meets Gina's oldest friend, heart-stoppingly handsome Sam, whose lingering kiss is almost impossible to ignore. But there are just a few obstacles between that first kiss and the happily ever after that has always eluded her...Praise for Jill Mansell: "Absolutely wonderful... Touching, funny, down-to-earth, and oh-so satisfying,"—Harlequin Junkie for This Could Change Everything "Engaging and entertaining... Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella or Marian Keyes."—Shelf Awareness for Fast Friends "A funny, entertaining tale that will captivate you and have you asking for more."—Fresh Fiction for Sheer Mischief
Un día de diciembre
by Josie SilverUna novela mágica y emocionante que nos recuerda las inexplicables vueltas que da la vida de camino a la felicidad. «Te enamorarás de este libro.»Reese Witherspoon «Una historia de amor de lo más dulce. ¡Te encantará!»Marian Keyes Laurie no cree en el amor a primera vista. Piensa que una cosa son las películas y otra, la vida real. Sin embargo, un día de diciembre, su mirada se cruza con la de un desconocido a través de la ventanilla empañada del autobús. Surge la magia y Laurie se enamora perdidamente, pero el autobús arranca y sigue su camino por las calles nevadas de Londres. Está convencida de que es el hombre de su vida, pero no sabe dónde encontrarlo. Un año después, su mejor amiga Sarah le presenta a Jack, su nuevo novio, del que está muy enamorada. Y sí, es él: el chico del autobús. Laurie decide olvidarle, pero ¿y si el destino tiene otros planes? La crítica ha dicho...«El equivalente literario a Love Actually.»The Bookseller «El ritmo es perfecto, el tono es cálido y los personajes son entrañables. Cualquiera que crea en el amor verdadero quedará encantado con este debut conmovedor.»Kirkus Reviews «La mezcla de tensión y afecto entre Jack y Laurie es a la vez encantadoramente adictiva y muy efectiva. Los lectores que aman las historias de amor un tanto extravagantes, adorarán esta novela cinematográfica.»Publishers Weekly Los lectores comentan...«Este es uno de los mejores libros que he leído en mucho tiempo. Ha sido apasionante, emotivo, doloroso y precioso.» «Me he reído, he llorado y he regañado a los personajes. Me ha encantado.» «Esta es la clase de novela que merece leerse frente a la chimenea y con una enorme taza de chocolate caliente.» «Devastadoramente buena.» «Las primeras escenas me atrajeron de inmediato. Tenía muy claras las imágenes de los dos personajes principales mientras la historia se representaba en mi cabeza como una película espléndidamente dirigida. Me atrapó por completo.» «¿Sabes esos libros o esas películas clásicas con escenas famosísimas con las que todo el mundo se identifica: Notting Hill, Love Actually, El cuaderno de Noah, Yo antes de ti o Posdata: Te quiero? Bien, esta historia es un tapiz fabricado con maestría de esos momentos de pura magia. Pero, esto no es un torbellino ficticio de cuento de hadas romántico, ¡esto duele! Es crudo, es angustioso, es cautivador y es real.»
El tiempo que pasé contigo
by Mery EirabellaUna historia de amor complicada. Dos personas totalmente opuestas. ¿Serán capaces los protagonistas de dejar de lado sus diferencias y miedos para dar rienda suelta a la pasión? Sofía se enfrenta a la vida llena de dudas y miedos. Es tan insegura, que acepta situaciones que la perjudican porque es incapaz de tomar decisiones por sí misma. Brais es la más rutilante estrella de Isla de Invernía, pero todo el mundo menosprecia sus habilidades de forma constante y, además, le han colgado la etiqueta de ser un hombre «de mente simple». Cuando ambos se conocen, ninguno está en situación de mantener un romance. Ella acaba de romper con su novio de siempre y él tiene demasiadas cargas como para entregarse a nadie. Aunque ninguno de ellos espera que ese primer encuentro sea el inicio de grandes cambios en las vidas de los dos y que el destino los llevará a encontrarse de nuevo en un lugar creado para el romance: Pazos de Dorna. Será en este mágico escenario donde reunirán el valor necesario para enfrentarse al pasado con la esperanza de pavimentar el camino para su amor, pero las cosas no les resultarán nada fáciles. ¿Lograrán encontrar ese «momento adecuado» para dar rienda suelta a sus sentimientos o, por el contrario, la vida los llevará por caminos separados?
Diario de un sueño
by Chris RazoUna vida regida por las normas impuestas por su padre.Un hombre que la llevará a romper las reglas. Amor, dudas, conflictos... ¿Podrá por fin Gabriela ser libre y feliz? Gabriela lleva toda la vida haciendo lo que otros han elegido por ella. Estudia lo que su padre le ha impuesto y vive de una forma que la hace feliz, pues no es lo que ella desea. Ser la hija de un ministro y estar vigilada durante casi todo el día te roba la libertad. Sin embargo, sus verdaderos problemas comienzan cuando su padre decide ponerle vigilancia las veinticuatro horas, y harto de la rebeldía de su hija, opta por contratar, además, a Leo, un exmilitar que sacará de quicio a Gabriela. Ambos se detestan, aunque él tratará de cuidar de ella, a pesar de que Gabriela no se lo pondrá fácil y lo meterá en problemas constantemente. No obstante, como el ministro confía en él, defraudarle no entra en sus planes. Gabriela comenzará a pensar que sus deseos nunca podrán hacerse realidad y que saltarse las normas solo la trae problemas, por lo que decide seguir con la vida que su padre le ha impuesto renunciando a sus más profundos deseos... pero Leo le recordará que los sueños están para cumplirlos y hará que se conviertan en realidad.
¡Devuélveme mis besos! (Besos #Volumen 2)
by Priscila SerranoUna historia de amor y segundas oportunidades en esta nueva entrega de la trilogía «Besos» de Priscila Serrano. Los planes de Belén y Martín se ven truncados por una trampa impuesta por alguien al que aún no le ponen cara. Su boda se fue al traste, su futuro a la basura y el amor entre ambos se convierte en odio. Un odio infundado por terceras personas... ¿Qué les habrá ocurrido para no amarse con la misma intensidad con la que se amaban?¿Quién pudo ser tan malvado de separar a una pareja que se adoraba? Esas preguntas rondan la mente de Belén, pero quien le informa de todo no es quien debe. ¿Sabrá Belén ver el mal que se le avecina?