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Redemption
by Laurel DeweyAfter a series of life-changing events, detective Jane Perry has resigned from the Denver Police Department. Trying to make a living as a private investigator, she finds her past haunting her at every turn and old demons rising up to torment her.Then Jane meets Kit Clark, a woman who wants Jane to drive with her from Colorado to Northern California in search of a man who matches the description of the killer who murdered her granddaughter many years before. Kit's convinced that the man has started to kill again and she wants to stop him. Jane thinks the woman is crazy-especially when she discovers that she's a New Age devotee-but Jane is desperate for work. They head on the road, gathering critical information about the killer, and themselves, along the way. Jane has recently experienced several events in her life that seem to border on the paranormal, though she is a complete skeptic in that regard. Now, those experiences come with greater frequency. And when the trail of the killer leads to a fundamentalist church, the consequences of belief and faith propel her toward a deadly confrontation.Once again, Laurel Dewey has created a novel as rich in character as it is in suspense. Juxtaposing spirituality and religion, mission and manipulation, revenge and redemption, this powerful, taut mystery confirms the author as a top-flight storyteller and promises to resonate in your soul.
Redemption
by Nancy GearyAfter more than 10 years, Frances Pratt returns to Manchester-by-the-Sea, where she spent her childhood summers in the home of an aunt and uncle.
Redemption (Intimate Relations)
by Kate DouglasFrom bestselling author Kate Douglas comes a breathtaking tale of unraveling secrets, heart-stopping passion, and a love that conquers all...SECRETS THREATENING TO CONSUME Lola Monroe knows that appearances can be deceiving-even in the most beautiful of places and angelic of faces. She's seen how the ugliest rumors and lies can destroy women's lives and careers. So when roommate's brother-in-law shows up at Lola's doorstep-unannounced, unassuming, and unbelievably gorgeous-she can't help but wonder if he's hiding something behind that handsome face, that sly smile, and those tempting lips...PASSION WORTH FIGHTING FOR A battle-scarred veteran with devilish looks, Ben Lowell has spent his entire life running from his past, his family-and his deepest, darkest secrets. When he meets Lola, he knows in his heart he can trust her with the truth, even if it means baring his soul and losing her forever. Lola wants to help Ben find redemption by reconciling with his family. But when she discovers more skeletons hiding in his closet-and more dangers waiting in the shadows-the powerful love that binds them together could be the one thing that tears them apart...
Redemption (Memory Man Series #5)
by David BaldacciDetective Amos Decker discovers that a mistake he made as a rookie detective may have led to deadly consequences in this compelling Memory Man thriller by #1 New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci.Decker is visiting his hometown of Burlington, Ohio, when he's approached by a man named Meryl Hawkins. Hawkins is a convicted murderer. In fact, he's the very first killer Decker ever put behind bars. But he's innocent, he claims. Now suffering from terminal cancer, it's his dying wish that Decker clear his name.It's unthinkable. The case was open and shut, with rock solid forensic evidence. But when Hawkins turns up dead with a bullet in his head, even Decker begins to have doubts. Is it possible that he really did get it wrong, all those years ago?Decker's determined to uncover the truth, no matter the personal cost. But solving a case this cold may be impossible, especially when it becomes clear that someone doesn't want the old case reopened. Someone who is willing to kill to keep the truth buried, and hide a decades-old secret that may have devastating repercussions . . .
Redemption (The Joe Burgess Mystery Series #3)
by Kate Flora"Great characters, interesting plot, action-galore and 'cop-speak' that is realistic enough to put you right in the thick of things, this is a police-procedural that is not to be missed." ~John E. Donovan, Verified ReviewerBurgess's hopes for a calm Columbus Day picnic slam up against reality when two boys spot a dead body in the water.It's Reggie the Can Man—a damaged, alcoholic veteran who Burgess has tried to patch back together since they returned from Vietnam. Now, Reggie's fight for redemption is over.Then the ME questions Reggie's accidental drowning, giving Burgess one last chance.As Burgess dives deep, he uncovers Reggie's ex-wife, his scofflaw son, industrial toxins, corrupt businessmen, and that Reggie isn't the only one in need of redemption."Redemption was right up there with those by my favorite mystery writers (Ian Rankin, Carolyn Rose, Felix and Dick Francis)." ~David Edgar Cournoyer, Verified Reviewer"Excellent, fast pace, intriguing story line. Well developed characters and storytelling. Loved the series, can't wait for next novel." ~Normy, Verified ReviewerTHE JOE BURGESS MYSTERIESPlaying GodThe Angel of Knowlton ParkRedemptionAnd Grant You PeaceLed AstrayA Child Shall Lead ThemA World of Deceit
Redemption Point: A Crimson Lake Novel (Crimson Lake #2)
by Candice Fox#1 New York Times bestselling author Candice Fox delivers a compulsive new crime thriller in Redemption Point. When former police detective Ted Conkaffey was wrongly accused of abducting Claire Bingley, he hoped the Queensland rainforest town of Crimson Lake would be a good place to disappear. But nowhere is safe from Claire's devastated father.Dale Bingley has a brutal revenge plan all worked out - and if Ted doesn't help find the real abductor, he'll be its first casualty. Meanwhile, in a dark roadside hovel called the Barking Frog Inn, the bodies of two young bartenders lie on the beer-sodden floor. It's Detective Inspector Pip Sweeney's first homicide investigation - complicated by the arrival of private detective Amanda Pharrell to 'assist' on the case. Amanda's conviction for murder a decade ago has left her with some odd behavioural traits, top-to-toe tatts - and a keen eye for killers . . .For Ted and Amanda, the hunt for the truth will draw them into a violent dance with evil. Redemption is certainly on the cards - but it may well cost them their lives . . .At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Redemption Prep
by Samuel MillerTwin Peaks meets Riverdale in this twisty atmospheric mystery from the critically acclaimed author of A Lite Too Bright, Samuel Miller, about the search for a missing girl at an elite prep school. <P><P>Everyone knows Emma. Neesha’s her best friend, Aiden’s her basketball star boyfriend, and Evan’s her shadow, following Emma’s every move.Emma stands out, which is hard to do at Redemption Prep, a school where every student has been handpicked to attend its remote campus in the forest of Utah. So when she goes missing in plain sight during mass, everyone notices.And everyone becomes a suspect, especially at a school with so many rules: Don’t skip mass. Don’t break curfew. Don’t go into the woods. <P><P>Emma’s disappearance ignites an investigation, and Neesha, Aiden, and Evan all want to find her—for different reasons. But they each have their own secrets to hide, and not everyone wants Emma to be found.As the search continues, the students start to realize that they’re not the only ones trying to hide something. Redemption Prep has secrets, too—secrets bigger than any of the students could have imagined, and Emma could be the key to finding out the truth . . . if anyone can find her. <P><P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Redemption Road
by John HartElizabeth Black is a hero. She is a cop who single-handedly rescued a young girl from a locked cellar and shot two brutal kidnappers dead. But she's also a cop with a history, a woman with a secret. And she's not the only one.Adrian Wall is finally free after thirteen years of torture and abuse. In the very first room he walks into, a boy with a gun is waiting to avenge the death of his mother. But that is the least of Adrian's problems.He was safer in prison.And deep in the forest, on the altar of an abandoned church, a body cools in pale linen. It is not the first to be found.This is a town on the brink. This is Redemption Road.Brimming with tension, secrets, and betrayal, brilliantly evoking an America of small towns and remote landscapes, of the abandoned, the derelict and the desperate, this is a novel so chillingly suspenseful and a story so full of twists and turns that you simply cannot stop reading. It marks a new high point in the writing of this bestselling master of the literary thriller.
Redemption Road: Vicious Cycle 2 (Vicious Cycle #2)
by Katie AshleyFor fans of Sons of Anarchy, Kristen Ashley, Madeline Sheehan and Joanna Wylde. New York Times bestselling author Katie Ashley revs up the danger and sexual tension in her Vicious Cycle biker romance series.Looking for a walk on the wild side, Annabel Percy, the daughter of a powerful politician, starts dating a biker she knows is completely wrong for her. But she finds herself living a nightmare when she's kidnapped and transported into a hell on earth she never could have imagined.Born and bred into the Hells Raiders MC, Nathaniel 'Reverend' Malloy lives and dies for his brothers. But when he becomes the unexpected savior of a rival club's captive, Rev makes it his personal mission to nurse Annabel back to health - and to shelter her from the nightmares that torment her.Once Annabel heals, she's stunned to realize she is falling for the seductive man who saved her. Faced with their impossible attraction, can she accept the life he leads, or will Rev walk away from the only life he's ever known for the woman he was never supposed to love?Want more sexy, gritty biker romance? Return to the dangerous and seductive world of the Hells Raiders motorcycle club in Vicious Cycle and Last Mile.
Redemption Street
by Reed Farrel Coleman"Walking the Perfect Square" introduced Moe Prager - retired New York City cop-turned-wine shop owner - to much acclaim and an enthusiastic readership. Still possessed of his vintage police savvy, and perhaps the only Jewish licensed PI in the five boroughs, Moe wonders if he's really meant to be a merchant and not a cop. "Redemption Street" finds him in 1981, lured into the mystery of a 1966 hotel fire - one that killed seventeen people, including his first love - by a long-grieving brother and Moe's own restless determination to set things right. Reed Farrel Coleman's crisp, page-turning narrative has Moe trudging through his childhood summer vacation stomping grounds, the now-decaying Catskill resort scene. The borscht belt's near-forgotten landscape of scarred lives, ambitious politicians, and corrupt cops is the minefield Moe must brave to find the truth. Was the fire really sparked by a negligent smoker or was it murder? Will the long dead keep their secrets or divulge their stories? And will what Moe uncovers lead him down another blind alley or into the bright light of "Redemption Street"?
Redemption at Hawk's Landing
by Rita HerronA missing sister, a murdered father and a dangerous reunion years in the making.The last place Honey Granger wants to be is Tumbleweed, Texas—the judgmental town that made her childhood a living hell. But when Sheriff Harrison Hawk informs her that her alcoholic father has been murdered, she reluctantly joins his investigation. The sexy sheriff has long suspected Honey’s father in his sister’s disappearance and vows to solve both mysteries. But keeping his professional distance from the vulnerable blonde proves nearly impossible. He’ll guard her 24/7 until her life is out of danger. But how will she feel if Harrison proves her father was a murderer?Badge of Justice
Redemption of a Fallen Woman
by Joanna FulfordHarry Montague must discover the truth about his family's missing heir-for better or worse. But his thoughts are sidetracked from the moment he first sees Elena Ruiz, beautiful and fierce in her bright red dress.She's innocent, yet Spanish society has condemned her. Harry can help this woman in need with the security of a marriage made on paper-but nothing more. For his heart is armoured by pain and regret from the past. And yet soon he finds himself fighting an unexpected longing for his new wife that grows each day...
Redemption of the Rake
by Elizabeth BeaconOnce a rake...always a rake? Adventurous rogue James Winterley has filled his double life as a spy with fleeting pleasures. Looking for love is the last thing on his mind. Then, James's dangerous past catches up with him and widowed Rowena Westhope risks being caught in the cross fire! The spark James experiences with this fiercely independent beauty is undeniable, so when the only way to protect Rowena is to renounce his rakish ways and marry her, he knows it's more than duty tempting him to the altar!
Redemption: (Ryan Drake: book 1): a compelling, action-packed and high-octane thriller that will have you gripped from page one (Ryan Drake #1)
by Will JordanIntroducing Ryan Drake - think Jason Bourne meets Jack Reacher...If you like Lee Child, Vince Flynn and David Baldacci, you will love this riveting and unputdownable thriller from bestselling author Will Jordan.'Entertaining' - The Telegraph'I can honestly say that I couldn't put this book down.' -- ***** Reader review'Just builds and builds and the climax [is] thrilling.' -- ***** Reader review'Top-notch' -- ***** Reader review'This book does not let up. It hits the gas and it doesn't let up on the pedal.' -- ***** Reader review*******************************************************************************************EVERYONE HAS SECRETS. BUT SOME CAN GET YOU KILLED.Ryan Drake is a man who finds people who don't want to be found.Once a soldier in the British Army, he now works for the CIA, leading an elite investigation team that tracks down missing agents. But his latest mission - to free a prisoner codenamed Maras and bring her back onto US soil within forty-eight hours - is more dangerous than anything his team has attempted before.But it's when the mission is successfully completed that the real danger for Drake begins. Faced with a terrible threat, he is forced to go on the run with Maras - a veteran agent scarred by years of brutal imprisonment.Hunted by his former comrades and those willing to do anything to protect a deadly secret, Drake is left with no choice but to trust a dangerous woman he barely knows.For he has only one chance to save those he loves and time is running out...Drake will return in Sacrifice.
Redemption: A Novel
by Mike LawsonA man discovers that quitting his job comes with a price—his life—in this breakneck financial thriller from the acclaimed author of the Joe DeMarco series. With his reputation permanently marred by an insider trading conviction, Jamison Maddox, a young Wall Street broker, reluctantly takes a job doing research for a small company in the sleepy town of Redemption, Illinois. But when he falls in love with a beautiful and enigmatic colleague, Gillian, Jamison begins to realize that he may be doing illegal work for the company. So when she asks him to run away with her, he agrees wholeheartedly. The two set off across the country, hoping to secure some money and go into hiding. The company is soon on their tails, pursuing them with the single-minded goal of silencing them forever. If Jamison hadn&’t realized how dangerous these people really are, he now realizes they will stop at nothing to protect the company. And he has no idea that his lover, a stunning woman shrouded in mystery, is as dangerous as the people he&’s running from. &“[An] excellent legal thriller. . . . Lawson&’s meticulous plotting keeps upping the suspense to nearly unbearable levels. This basic plot worked wonders 30 years ago for John Grisham in The Firm; in Lawson&’s capable hands it&’s once again a winner.&” —Publishers WeeklyPraise for Mike Lawson &“A reliably excellent writer . . . As always, Lawson&’s plotting is ingenious and his characters memorable.&” —Seattle Times &“What a pleasure to read a book by a writer who gets everything right—the engaging protagonist, the fluid and often funny dialogue, the quick-paced and believable plot . . . Grade: A.&” —Cleveland Plain Dealer &“Lawson remains at the top of his game.&” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) &“This is a consistently entertaining, well-crafted series. The real mystery here is why Lawson has yet to garner a major award.&” —Booklist (starred review)
Redemption: A Novel (Ulverscroft Large Print Ser.)
by Howard FastWhen the love of his life is accused of murder, a university professor will stop at nothing to prove her innocenceOn a late night drive home, Ike Goldman, a retired Columbia University law professor, saves a woman from killing herself by jumping off the George Washington Bridge. The woman&’s name is Elizabeth Hopper, and Ike, a widower, unexpectedly finds himself falling in love. But everything changes when Elizabeth&’s estranged husband, a rich Wall Street executive she claims abused her, is found murdered, and Elizabeth is the prime suspect. Now Ike must uncover the truth, even as he fights to protect the woman he loves. Fast-paced and suspenseful, Redemption is one of Howard Fast&’s last novels, and a remarkable story of love and loyalty amid the most harrowing of circumstances. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Howard Fast including rare photos from the author&’s estate.
Redemption: The Irish Castle (The\glenncailty Ghosts Ser. #1)
by Lila DuboisTogether they make sweet music…but opening her heart could release the ghosts of her past.The Irish Castle Redemption is a haunting tale of dreams lost, gifts wasted, and a second chance…if she is brave enough to risk it all! Book 1 in the Glenncailty Ghosts series from multi-published, bestselling author Lila Dubois is an Irish ghost story that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Caera Cassidy has spent two years building the historic—and haunted—Glenncailty Castle into one of the most sought-after hotels and performance venues in Ireland. But she can’t say it’s her dream. She lost that years ago when what she thought was love led her to a dark place not even her music could reach. Once in a while, though, it’s safe to pretend. And that’s what she’s doing when she plays her harp on the empty stage in the castle’s theater. When American folk musician Tim Wilcox spots the mysterious woman at the front of the theater, he’s enraptured. Not only by her virtuoso skill and ethereal voice, but by her dark beauty—and the shadows in her blue eyes when she insists she’s no musician. Wary of repeating the mistakes of her past, Caera tells herself she can indulge in the pleasure of Tim’s company, his touch, without risking her heart. But she hadn’t counted on Tim’s determination to convince her she’s worthy of her gifts. Or on lingering souls who live in the castle, who are growing restless, ready to warn her that deadly mistakes are not meant to be repeated…Set in Ireland this gothic romance contains ghosts, a haunted Irish castle, music, and mystery. Previously Published: (2013) Samhain Publishing, Original Title: The Harp and the Fiddle
Redemption: The UNMISSABLE new thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of DO NO HARM
by Jack JordanThe latest pulse-pounding thriller from master of the moral dilemma and Sunday Times bestseller Jack Jordan.&‘Tense, dark, emotional, and beautifully written, this action-packed gut-punch of a novel is flawless, and one of the best books I&’ve read this year&’ Andrea Mara &‘Thrilling, heartfelt, and hugely evocative ... both intensely exciting and deeply moving. A brilliant achievement&’ Alex Michaelides&‘A stunning, heart-breaking thrill-ride. Redemption takes a skilful look at love, loss, and the hollow hand of revenge. Powerful and propulsive&’ Chris Whitaker&‘No one crafts a dilemma quite like Jack Jordan&’ Janice Hallett _______________________Aaron Alexander has just been released from jail after serving eleven years for causing the death of Joshua Moore in a hit-and-run. Now a free man, all he wants to do is stay on the straight and narrow and leave his troubled past behind him. But for Joshua&’s mother Evelyn, eleven years in jail isn&’t nearly enough. Consumed by grief and rage, she has been waiting for Aaron&’s release, counting down the days until she can exact the revenge he deserves. And now that time has come. But as Evelyn and her husband Tobias embark on a road trip to track Aaron down, they find themselves caught on two different sides of a gripping game of cat-and-mouse. Because Tobias knows what Evelyn is planning, and he will do anything to save her from herself. Even if it means protecting the man who killed their son.Locked in a collision course set in motion eleven years ago, Aaron, Evelyn and Tobias are about to find out whether the road they have chosen leads to redemption . . . or to retribution. _______________________Readers can't stop talking about Redemption . . .***** 'Hold onto your seat because this book is a wild ride from start to finish! It's definitely one of my top favourites for 2024, and I can't stop thinking about it.' ***** 'Oh my goodness, Jack Jordan can sure write a jaw dropping thriller, this well-written, powerful and emotional story has me riveted throughout.' ***** 'Oh my word, Jack Jordan has done it again. What an incredible read Redemption is. Truly mind-blowing. Talk about a roller coaster of emotions, I felt them all whilst reading this, and it even made me cry, which rarely happens with thrillers.' ***** 'My new favourite Jack Jordan book. This powerful and propulsive thriller was dark, brilliantly pacey, flawless, and refreshingly different. It was also unputdownable and unpredictable.' ***** 'This book was gripping and I couldn&’t put it down. It intrigued me from the very first chapter, and this feeling lasted until the very end.' _______________________More love for Redemption . . . &‘Stamped with Jack&’s trademark moral dilemma . . . it&’s as fast as it is beautiful as the book races across sweat-stained America. Simply brilliant&’ SAM HOLLAND &‘Brilliantly pacy, taut and atmospheric. Jack Jordan goes from strength to strength&’ L. V. MATTHEWS &‘Redemption has it all – a tricky dilemma, a race against time, a story with a sting in the tale. This novel is one twisty ride and you will not want to get off! Once again, Jack Jordan proves that he&’s top of his game&’ JO FURNISS &‘Another belter from thriller master Jack Jordan. Dark, suspenseful, emotional, powerful and, ultimately, hopeful. Loved this book&’ ANNA MAZZOLA &‘Jack Jordan takes his trademark lose-lose moral anguishes to a new level . . . A masterpiece in every sense of t
Redención
by Leon Uris Gemma Rovira OrtegaLiam Larkin se ha exiliado a Nueva Zelanda a consecuencia de las luchas de los irlandeses por la independencia. Los Hubble, en cambio, son probritánicos.Galipoli será el sangriento escenario en que la nueva generación de las dos familias vuelva a encontrarse. Rory Larkin se convierte en un héroe luchando bajo bandera británica contra los turcos. En esa misma batalla, los Hubble pierden a dos de los suyos.Dos familias rivales; dos posiciones enfrentadas. El Alzamiento de Pascua de 1916.El conflicto entre irlandeses y británicos es el telón de fondo de esta historia de traiciones, matrimonios tumultuosos y adulterios en la que Uris se vale de escritos de Winston Churchill para presentar el trasfondo histórico y político del nacimiento de la República de Irlanda.
Redhead (Department Z #2)
by John CreaseyAn American gangster brings his bloody business to 1930s Britain in this suspenseful thriller from an Edgar Award–winning author. Amateur boxer Martin Storm’s visit to New York seemed like it was a success. That is, until his car was machine-gunned and the police had to smuggle him out of the country . . . But Storm finds no safety at home, either, and the search begins to find the man who is hunting him down. He soon discovers that he has become involved with an American underworld boss who is planning to expand his business to Britain. Will he be able to bob and weave his way out of the gangster’s clutches, with some help from the detectives of Department Z—or will this be his final match?
Redhead (Department Z #2)
by John CreaseyAn American gangster brings his bloody business to 1930s Britain in this suspenseful thriller from an Edgar Award–winning author. Amateur boxer Martin Storm’s visit to New York seemed like it was a success. That is, until his car was machine-gunned and the police had to smuggle him out of the country . . . But Storm finds no safety at home, either, and the search begins to find the man who is hunting him down. He soon discovers that he has become involved with an American underworld boss who is planning to expand his business to Britain. Will he be able to bob and weave his way out of the gangster’s clutches, with some help from the detectives of Department Z—or will this be his final match?
Redhead (Department Z)
by John CreaseyAn American gangster brings his bloody business to 1930s Britain in this suspenseful thriller from an Edgar Award–winning author.Amateur boxer Martin Storm’s visit to New York seemed like it was a success. That is, until his car was machine-gunned and the police had to smuggle him out of the country . . .But Storm finds no safety at home, either, and the search begins to find the man who is hunting him down.He soon discovers that he has become involved with an American underworld boss who is planning to expand his business to Britain. Will he be able to bob and weave his way out of the gangster’s clutches, with some help from the detectives of Department Z—or will this be his final match?
Redneck's Revenge
by Joan LivingstonA dead father. A grieving daughter. Was it an accident, or was it murder? Journalist-turned-sleuth Isabel Long finds herself facing some new challenges after solving her first case in her small Massachusetts town. Her relationship with the owner of the Rooster Bar has ended, and the police are insisting she must work for a licensed private investigator before going solo. With encouragement from her sidekick—her ninety-two-year-old mother—Isabel finds work and a case. Chet Waters burned to death when his house caught fire and he was too drunk to escape. At least, that&’s the official ruling. His daughter, who inherited his junkyard, believes he was murdered. After doing some digging, Isabel creates a list of potential suspects, all with a grudge against Waters. Was his death an act of revenge? Isabel is about to find out . . . &“A savvy and appealing protagonist.&” —Frederick Reiken, author of The Lost Legends of New JerseyPraise for Chasing the Case &“A well crafted story with the perfect amount of tension, suspense and delicious intrigue.&” —Joy Norstrom, author of Out of Play &“Will keep you guessing right to the end.&” —Susan Roebuck, author of Rising Tide
Reduzidos ao silêncio
by Annemarie NikolausUma catástrofe pública que, aparentemente, não deve ser resolvida. Uma jornalista que faz perguntas: Assim ela se depara com outro drama ocorrido há alguns anos. Todo o contexto parece pura especulação - mas então a família dela é ameaçada. Um mini-thriller que especula sobre dois acontecimentos históricos. A jornalista Laura Schreiner está diante de uma decisão difícil. Ela fez perguntas demais e agora a vida de seus filhos está em perigo. Curiosamente, bem pouca gente se importa com o esclarecimento dessa catástrofe. A jovem e ambiciosa jornalista não quer aquiescer. Em suas investigações, ela encontra alguém que tenta convencê-la de que há uma ligação com outro drama não esclarecido. Pode ser uma especulação feroz, mas seus filhos foram sequestrados. Quem está por trás disso é poderoso e implacável. O mini-thriller vai buscar as peças de seu puzzle de uma mistura de pistas e suposições que remontam a um acidente de avião há mais de 30 anos. Esta é uma obra de ficção. Embora ela contenha acontecimentos históricos em segundo plano, o enredo é totalmente originário da imaginação da autora.
Redwood Empire
by A. E. MaxwellMaya's children would never know the hunger that she and her sisters had faced. That she had promised herself as she stood by her mother's grave. And though Hale Hawthorne was a ruthless man who had gained success at the price of his gentler, human side, he had offered her the priceless gift of a secure future. Yet Hale's son had made Maya his own, and she could never forget the youthful Will. Nor could she control the burning desire that ruled her days and tormented her nights for the handsome boy who had vowed to make her pay for her betrayal.