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Dairy Queen Days
by Robert InmanFrom Publishers Weekly A passive protagonist and a bloodless story line make this third novel by Inman (Old Dogs and Children) a sluggish affair. Trout Moseley turns 16 in 1979, just as his mother heads for a mental institution and his father, a preacher, starts wrestling with his beliefs. Father and son retreat to the small Georgia hometown founded, named after and still dominated by their clan. There, Trout discovers a heavy ancestral burden and feels the need to right his family's past wrongs: "He could see that he was a product of a great aching history.... People with mills and trucks and money and power over other people's lives." Unfortunately, he does little besides rehash and bemoan his situation. The family's prominence?"When a Moseley farts, everybody smells it"?isn't convincingly established, and Trout's inherited moral responsibility for a town, even a failing one, doesn't come across as a compelling challenge. Inman's talent for natural dialogue and astute local coloring remains intact here, but it would have been put to better use in a story with a clearer, more dramatic conflict. Author tour. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
The Dairy Queen's Second Chance: A Clean and Uplifting Romance (A Crystal Hill Romance #1)
by Laurie BatzelIn this contest…Second time&’s the charm?Dairy farmer BeeBee Long wants to make the world&’s best mozzarella, which means adding a water buffalo to her operation. Orlando the Bull costs more than she can afford, so she swaps her muddy boots for high heels…and enters a beauty pageant for the prize money! There&’s just one problem—contestants must create a winning recipe and she can&’t cook. Traveling chef Bill Danzig offers to train his former teenage crush, and soon they&’re baking up a sweet second chance. But will BeeBee&’s first love leave her behind again or crown her queen of his heart?From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.A Crystal Hill RomanceBook 1: The Dairy Queen's Second Chance
Daisies
by Joshua SenterLove is a lesson learned over lifetimes.Spanning three generations, Daisies is a stirring debut novel from a singular talent. In 1954, awkward Gwen Hisel falls in love with the affable Willie Bennett on the dusty Oklahoma prairie. What follows is a harsh life for the two youngsters as they struggle to make the best of their difficult circumstances. Twenty years later, Sheila Hisel, daughter of Gwen and Willie, marries Darrel McAllister. But while her parents’ love for one another had seen them through tribulation and adversity, Sheila’s own marriage crumbles under the strain of hard times.Now, if Sheila’s son, Lonnie, ever wants to succeed in love, he must unravel the mysteries of two very different relationships to discover the secret to true happiness.
Daisies are Forever
by Liz TolsmaIn the final days of Nazi Germany, the strength of one woman&’s heart will determine the fate of a family.Prussia, 1945The fall of the Third Reich is imminent. As the merciless Red Army advances from the East, the German people of Prussia await the worst.Among them is twenty-year-old Gisela Cramer, an American living in Heiligenbeil with her cousin Ella and their ailing grandfather. When word arrives that the Russians will invade overnight, Ella urges Gisela to escape to Berlin—and take Ella&’s two small daughters with her.The journey is miserable and relentless. But when Gisela hears the British accent of a phony SS officer, she poses as his wife to keep him safe among the indignant German refugees. In the blink of an eye, Mitch Edwards and Gisela are Herr and Frau Josep Cramer.Through their tragic and difficult journey, the fabricated couple strives to protect Ella&’s daughters, hoping against hope for a reunion. But even as Gisela and Mitch develop feelings beyond the make–believe, the reality of war terrorizes their makeshift family.With the world at its darkest, and the lives of two children at stake, the counterfeit couple finds in each other a source of faith, hope, and the love they need to survive.&“Tolsma isn't afraid to detail the horrors of war as she depicts how tragedies can be obstacles to one's Christian beliefs.&” —Romantic Times, 4-star review&“[Daisies Are Forever] is a compelling and fast-paced tale about the atrocities and tremendous losses endured by those marked forever by World War II. Recommended for fans of Rosamunde and Robin Pilcher, Kate Morton, and historical romances.&” —Library Journal&“Excellent storytelling, accurate historical reporting and gritty, persevering characters make this WWII-era novel a must-read.&” —CBA Retailers + ResourcesIncludes Reading Group Guide
Daisies Are Forever (Thorndike Candlelight Romance Ser.)
by Sydell I. VoellerApril Heatherton, history teacher and volunteer firefighter, is determined to protect the land she holds dear, particularly the grave of an unknown pioneer woman who once trekked the Oregon Trail. Proposed logging operations are encroaching, and April soon finds herself organizing a local task force to try to stop them. Yet when April meets handsome Matt Spencer, son of the owner of Johnson Brothers Logging Company, she much reckon with her escalating attraction to him. Matt, one of a growing breed of displaced loggers, is also determined to fight for his beliefs - the right to make an honest living harvesting the timber. Can April and Matt overcome their differences? Or will their convictions forever keep them apart?
Daisies For Innocence: An Enchanted Garden Mystery (An Enchanted Garden Mystery #1)
by Bailey CattrellFrom Bailey Cattrell--who writes the New York Times bestselling Magical Bakery Mysteries as Bailey Cates--comes the first Enchanted Garden Mystery featuring custom perfume maker Elliana Allbright...The Enchanted Garden behind Elliana Allbright's perfume shop draws people of all ages with its fragrant flowers and lush greenery. But when the magical serenity is interrupted, it's up to Ellie to sniff out a killer. Ellie's life has blossomed in Poppyville, California, since she opened Scents & Nonsense, a custom-made-perfume store. Her skills with aromas and botanical essences--some from her very own garden--seem almost...supernatural. Her perfumes can evoke emotions, bring about change, or simply make people happy. Customers are flocking to the store to buy her wares or just to sit in her beautiful garden, sip tea and enjoy homemade cookies. But she smells trouble when she learns that her part-time assistant Josie is dating her ex. And before she can tell the young woman to beware of his charms, she finds Josie dead in the Enchanted Garden. Now the prime suspect in Josie's murder, Ellie must search for the real culprit in Josie's past--because it'll take a miracle to nip this problem in the bud....From the Paperback edition.
Daisies in the Junkyard
by Michael EnrightThe story about two Latin American teenagers and their families' difficulties in making a life in South Chicago.
Daisuki
by Hildred Billings Laura Ballesteros LujánLa serie REN'AI RENSAI (Serial of love) es una mirada en curso a una relación lésbica a lo largo de décadas, contada sin seguir un orden cronológico en formato de novela, novela corta y relato corto. "DAISUKI" Aproximadamente 44 000 palabras. Aiko y Reina llevan juntas casi veinte años, pero queda algo sin expresar entre ellas todavía: "Daisuki", o "te quiero". Mientras su aniversario se acerca, su relación entra en un callejón sin salida, ya que Aiko, el ama de casa japonesa, comienza a exigir "te quieros" acompañados de matrimonio y romance. Pero Reina no entiende conceptos complejos como el "amor" y otras emociones intensas. Ha pasado años manteniendo a su novia con un trabajo extenuante y atendiendo a sus necesidades mutuas en el dormitorio. ¿No es eso suficiente? En una cultura que exige a Reina elegir entre el mundo "femenino" y el "masculino", ya es bastante difícil intentar encontrar su papel sin la presión añadida de Aiko. No hace falta decir algunas palabras, pero "te quiero" está a punto de destruir una relación que ya sobrevive a amantes desconocidas e incluso abusos. "DAISUKI" tiene lugar entre diciembre de 2011 y julio de 2012. ADVERTENCIA - Este libro contiene: Lenguaje explícito Situaciones sexuales Poliamor / Relaciones abiertas Disforia de género Mucho rollo bollo Dirigido a mayores de edad.
"DAISUKI." (Edizione Italiana)
by Laura Carletti Hildred BillingsLa serie REN'AI RENSAI offre uno sguardo su una relazione lesbica lungo il corso di decenni, raccontandola in ordine non cronologico tramite romanzi, romanzi brevi, novelle e racconti. "DAISUKI." Aiko e Reina stanno assieme da quasi vent'anni, ma c'è sempre stato un qualcosa di non detto tra loro: daisuki, ossia "ti amo." Con l'avvicinarsi dell'anniversario, la loro relazione giunge a un punto morto perché Aiko, la casalinga giapponese, inizia a chiedere non solo dei "ti amo," ma anche un matrimonio e del romanticismo. Reina però non capisce concetti complessi come "amore" o altre emozioni. Per anni ha supportato finanziariamente la compagna con un lavoro che le succhia l'anima, e si è presa cura dei loro reciproci bisogni in camera da letto. Non basta? In una cultura che le chiede di scegliere tra il mondo "femminile" e quello "maschile," ha già abbastanza difficoltà a trovare il suo ruolo senza che Aiko le faccia pressioni. Certe parole non hanno bisogno di essere pronunciate, ma un "ti amo" potrebbe distruggere una relazione che già si barcamena tra incursioni di terzi e altri episodi bizzarri. "DAISUKI." si svolge tra dicembre 2011 e luglio 2012 NOTA - contiene: *Linguaggio esplicito *Scene di sesso *Poliamore/relazioni aperte *Disforia di genere *Tanto amore per donne che amano donne Riservato a un pubblico maturo
Daisy
by Jessixa BagleyWhen Daisy the warthog's classmates tease her, she finds comfort collecting lost and forgotten things. She knows they're special - and soon she meets a friend who knows it too."Daisies seem so simple on the surface, but when you look closely you see their hidden beauty."That's what Daisy the warthog's mom always says, and it's the reason she got her name. But when Daisy goes to school, she doesn't feel like her name. The other kids, Rose, Violet, and Petunia, make fun of her and call her "Thistle." Daisy spends a lot of time with her head down, but she doesn't need her classmates to have fun. When she looks at the forest floor, she starts to find all sorts of treasures, beautiful things that were once special and have since been forgotten. The other kids might make fun of her pastime, but it turns out she's not the only one who appreciates the hidden beauty of forgotten things when she meets a like-minded new friend.With vibrant, sun-dappled art, this is a book for any kid who has trouble fitting in and marches to the beat of their own drum, from the acclaimed author and creator of Boats for Papa, Laundry Day, and Henry and Bea.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionA CCBC Choice
Daisy (The Ladies In Love Series #5)
by M. C. BeatonA humble young woman enters high society, where she finds both deceit and a chance at love in the New York Times–bestselling author’s Edwardian romance.Daisy Jenkins never expects to be anything more than a trespasser on the idyllic lawns of Marsden Castle. But when her guardian dies, she discovers her true name and station. As Lady Chatterton, she enters the elite circle of the Earl and Countess of Nottenstone, where she awaits the return of her father—a notorious Lord she’s never met. Unschooled in the ways of society, Daisy is now surrounded by aristocratic sharks who seem to both court and mock her. And why is the elegant Duke of Oxenden offering his protection to this newcomer who makes him laugh at the very word "love"? Daisy is determined to show them all. She’ll prove there’s such a thing as true love, no matter how hard, or how far she must search to find it!
Daisy: Edwardian Candlelight 7 (Edwardian Candlelight #7)
by M.C. BeatonThe seventh book in M.C. Beaton's charming Edwardian Candlelight series.Daisy Jenkins never expected to be anything more than a trespasser on the idyllic lawns of Marsden Castle. Then suddenly she was admitted into the seemingly magic circle of the Earl and Countess of Nottenstone, where she awaited the arrival of the notorious Lord Chatterton; her father - a stranger whose very name was foreign to her. She was suddenly Daisy Chatterton, surrounded by aristocratic sharks who seemed to both court as well as mock her. And why did the elegant Duke of Oxenden offer his protection to this newcomer who made him laugh at the very word love? She was determined to show them all! She'd prove there was such a thing as true love, no matter how hard, or how far she had to search to find it!The Edwardian Candlelight Series chronicles young, passionate girls who come to understand the nature of true love despite overwhelming odds. From a penniless pauper, a stenographer, a governess to an accused murderess, these ladies in love overcome incredible odds with grit and sophistication to find and keep true love.
Daisy: Edwardian Candlelight 7 (Edwardian Candlelight #7)
by M.C. BeatonThe seventh book in M.C. Beaton's charming Edwardian Candlelight series.Daisy Jenkins never expected to be anything more than a trespasser on the idyllic lawns of Marsden Castle. Then suddenly she was admitted into the seemingly magic circle of the Earl and Countess of Nottenstone, where she awaited the arrival of the notorious Lord Chatterton; her father - a stranger whose very name was foreign to her. She was suddenly Daisy Chatterton, surrounded by aristocratic sharks who seemed to both court as well as mock her. And why did the elegant Duke of Oxenden offer his protection to this newcomer who made him laugh at the very word love? She was determined to show them all! She'd prove there was such a thing as true love, no matter how hard, or how far she had to search to find it!The Edwardian Candlelight Series chronicles young, passionate girls who come to understand the nature of true love despite overwhelming odds. From a penniless pauper, a stenographer, a governess to an accused murderess, these ladies in love overcome incredible odds with grit and sophistication to find and keep true love.
Daisy: Une histoire entre vengeance et rédemption
by Owen JonesDaisy, fille d'un ancien gangster londonien fortuné, John, et de son épouse espagnole, Teresa, a grandi à Marbella, sur la Costa del Sol, alias la Costa del Crime. Elle idolâtre ses parents et cherche à impressionner son père vieillissant en l'aidant à gérer les affaires familiales après ses études universitaires. Cependant, une erreur de jugement désastreuse aboutit à une tragédie familiale, et sa mère met Daisy sur une voie plus sûre, celle d'aider la communauté locale en guise de pénitence.
Daisy
by Colin LorimerA graphic novel masterpiece of modern horror, Colin Lorimer&’s Daisy springs from the apocalyptic Book of Enoch, excluded from biblical canon and disclosing the war of angels and Man&’s introduction to violence, corruption, and evil.A desperate mother&’s search for her missing son leads to the mysterious family of Daisy Phillips. Like many teens, Daisy has a hard time fitting in, but for atypical reasons: Daisy stands over eight feet tall and believes herself descended from cannibalistic giants spawned from the outcasts of Heaven. This frail, disfigured youth may hold the key to unlock the Language of Creation—the divine DNA of God—and expose the monstrous lie hidden within Creation itself. Collects Daisy #1–#5.
Daisy (The Puppy Place #38)
by Ellen MilesCharles is so happy to be fostering Daisy, the cutest Boston terrier. She loves being around people and even other dogs. But when Daisy is left alone, she chews things up. And Charles can't stay with her all the time. Will he be able to help this puppy find a new home?
Daisy: The Year I Turned Sixteen
by Diane SchwemmDaisy Walker is tired of her goodie two-shoes image and she's ready to break loose! Her new boyfriend Peter has really opened her eyes and convinced her to be more daring. The only problem is that her sisters--Rose, Laurel, and Lily--want the old Daisy back.
Daisy (The Year I Turned Sixteen #2)
by Diane SchwemmDaisy Walker is tired of her goodie two-shoes image and she's ready to break loose. Her new boyfriend Peter has really opened her eyes and convinced her to be more daring. The only problem is that her sisters--Rose, Laurel, and Lily--want the old Daisy back.
Daisy And The Deadly Flu: A 1918 Influenza Survival Story (Girls Survive Ser.)
by Julie Kathleen Gilbert Matt ForsythIn 1918, fourteen-year-old Daisy's family has fallen on hard times. Her sister Elsie's fiance was recently deployed to fight in World War I, and her father's newspaper was forced to shut down for criticizing the U.S. entrance into the war. When the Spanish Flu arrives in her small town in Minnesota, Daisy tries to shield her loved ones from the devastating illness. As the influenza pandemic sweeps through the nation, can Daisy protect those closest to home? Featuring nonfiction support material, a glossary, and reader response questions, this Girls Survive story takes readers to one of history's most important moments.
Daisy and the Deadly Flu: A 1918 Influenza Survival Story (Girls Survive)
by Julie GilbertIn 1918, fourteen-year-old Daisy's family has fallen on hard times. Her sister Elsie's fiance was recently deployed to fight in World War I, and her father's newspaper was forced to shut down for criticizing the U.S. entrance into the war. When the Spanish Flu arrives in her small town in Minnesota, Daisy tries to shield her loved ones from the devastating illness. As the influenza pandemic sweeps through the nation, can Daisy protect those closest to home? Featuring nonfiction support material, a glossary, and reader response questions, this Girls Survive story takes readers to one of history's most important moments.
Daisy and the Doctor
by Meredith WebberDr. Julian Austin doesn't believe in love. Psychologist Daisy just doesn't trust it — she's been hurt too often.Yet they both want a family…so a simple, affectionate partnership promises to be the ideal solution.The doctor and the psychologist are a perfect match. Until Daisy realizes that, for her, marriage to Julian would be exactly the love match she was hoping to avoid. And Julian starts to wonder — if love doesn't exist, then what's happening to his heart?
Daisy and the Spring Dance (Growing Up Daisy #6)
by Marci PeschkeWhen Daisy became student council president, she asked Principal Johnson to let the fourth grade hold a spring dance and he said yes! Now it's time to plan the dance and Daisy needs help. Blanca suggests holding a contest to pick the theme. The contest is a success, but will everyone come together to make it happen? Or will the Spring Dance be a major disaster? Grades 2-5.
Daisy and the Trouble with Burglars (A Daisy Story #8)
by Kes GrayNo matter the occasion, Daisy just can't help getting into trouble! When three actual burglaries happen in Daisy’s town, Daisy is beside herself with excitement. Two houses and the fish and chip shop have been broken into (and lots of cods and haddocks have been stolen). Anyone could be next!Daisy wants to help. Together with Gabby and Dylan, she forms her own detective agency. Armed with a notebook, a magnifying glass, a camera and a box of icing sugar, she sets out on the burglars' trail.Trouble is, detective work is hard when you're not allowed to go further than the end of the road . . .
Daisy and the Trouble with Chocolate (A Daisy Story #12)
by Kes GrayDaisy is SO excited! She's been picked to look after the class hamsters, Pickle and Pops, over the Easter holidays - AND her mum's taking her to Chocolate Land!!! Trouble is, the two things probably shouldn't mix...The totally troublesome and laugh-out-loud funny tale from the bestselling Daisy series.
Daisy and the Trouble with Christmas (A Daisy Story #5)
by Kes GrayDaisy has been EXTREMELY excited about Christmas since September. And when Daisy is excited, TROUBLE will surely follow!Daisy loves the carols, the sparkly lights, the crackers, the snowmen, and especially the chance to be in the school Christmas play. She's got SEVEN whole words to learn! But when Daisy and her best friend Gabby decide the dolly their teacher has chosen to play the Baby Jesus is a bit . . . well, boring, Daisy comes up with a plan that will mean TROUBLE!