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As the Night Ends
by Audrey HowardDriven by her idealism and courage, Alex Goodwin will make any sacrifice to win votes for women. Her despairing family, unable to rescue her from yet another dangerous prison sentence, is overjoyed when Patrick O'Leary comes into her life. A hard-working young surgeon, Patrick is as idealistic as Alex and loves her with all his heart. Then they are separated - first by a quarrel, then by the terrible war which engulfs their world, and finally, after a miraculous reunion, by a tragedy that seems to make it impossible for either of them ever to love again ...
As the Night Ends
by Audrey HowardDriven by her idealism and courage, Alex Goodwin will make any sacrifice to win votes for women. Her despairing family, unable to rescue her from yet another dangerous prison sentence, is overjoyed when Patrick O'Leary comes into her life. A hard-working young surgeon, Patrick is as idealistic as Alex and loves her with all his heart. Then they are separated - first by a quarrel, then by the terrible war which engulfs their world, and finally, after a miraculous reunion, by a tragedy that seems to make it impossible for either of them ever to love again ...
As the Poppies Bloomed: A Novel of Love in a Time of Fear
by Maral BoyadjianDouble Bronze Winner, 2015 Foreword INDIEFAB Book for the Year AwardsFinalist, Best New Fiction Category, 10th Annual National Indie Excellence AwardsFinalist, Best New Fiction Category, 2015 USA Best Book AwardsHonorable Mention, Mainstream Literary Fiction, 23rd Annual Writer's Digest Book AwardsIt is 1913 and late summer in the Ottoman Empire. The sun rises, full and golden, atop a lush, centuries-old village tucked into the highlands where the blood-red poppies bloom. Outside the village leader's home, the sound of voices carries past the grapevines to the lane where Anno, his youngest daughter, slips out unseen.She heads to a secret meeting place. She forgets that enemies surround her village. She forgets that her father meets each day with trepidation. She knows only the love she has for Daron, who waits for her as she hastens to him, once again breaking the ancient rules of courtship.Anno and Daron wish for nothing more than marriage and a better day alongside their neighbors, but neither is prepared for the dark, dangerous secret that Daron's father keeps or the upheaval that will soon envelop their village, their land, and their hearts.
As the Shadow Rises (The Age of Darkness #2)
by Katy Rose PoolSix of Crows meets Graceling with a dash of Winter is Coming in Katy Rose Pool's second installment of the action-packed and swoon-worthy Age of Darkness series--As the Shadow Rises. "As the Shadow Rises solidifies Katy Rose Pool's status as one of the best fantasy writers of the 21st century." —Popsugar The Last Prophet has been found, yet he sees destruction ahead.In this sequel to the critically-acclaimed There Will Come a Darkness, kingdoms have begun to fall to a doomsday cult, the magical Graced are being persecuted, and an ancient power threatens to break free. But with the world hurtling toward its prophesized end, Anton’s haunting vision reveals the dangerous beginnings of a plan to stop the Age of Darkness.As Jude, Keeper of the Order of the Last Light, returns home in disgrace, his quest to aid the Prophet is complicated by his growing feelings for Anton. Meanwhile, the assassin known as the Pale Hand will stop at nothing to find her undead sister before she dies for good, even if it means letting the world burn. And in Nazirah, Hassan, the kingdom-less Prince, forms a risky pact to try to regain his throne. When the forces of light and darkness collide in the City of Mercy, old wounds are reopened, new alliances are tested, and the end of the world begins. The Age of Darkness trilogy is perfect for fans of Throne of Glass, Children of Blood and Bone, and An Ember in the Ashes.* "Adventurous relic-hunting, mind-blowing twists, budding love, and terrible betrayals feature in this multiple-narrator, character-driven study of power, agency, and identity." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Praise for There Will Come a Darkness"Reading this intricate YA fantasy, you get the feeling Katy Rose Pool’s plot is always seven steps ahead of you. You’ll want to catch up as quickly as possible." —Refinery 29
As the Sparks Fly Upward (The Winslow Breed Novels)
by Gilbert MorrisA young man finds his calling as a doctor in Queen Elizabeth&’s court in this Christian historical trilogy finale—a prequel to the House of Winslow series. Neither bold and rough like his brother, Adam, nor headstrong and spoiled like his sister, Adara, young Colin Winslow is a gentle soul with a special love for natural things. His interest in animals and healing brings him in contact with Meg Caradoc, a strange woman who lives in the woods, and teaches him the fine art of herbal medicine. At Oxford, an eccentric but brilliant professor, Dr. Phineas Teague, guides Colin toward a medical career. This formal training, combined with Meg&’s herbal remedies, makes Colin an insightful and successful doctor—one with the approving eye of Queen Elizabeth. Colin&’s skill quickly earns him many patients, some highly placed in the courts of both his queen and her sister, Mary Queen of Scots. Soon, this once shy young man finds himself amid court intrigue, acting covertly on the queen&’s behalf. When Colin faces his most difficult case—curing the wounds his brave brother suffered in battle—he must confront his attraction to Adam&’s wife, his unsteady faith in God, and the limits of his ability to heal.
As the Sparks Fly Upward (Winslow Breed #3)
by Gilbert MorrisThe trilogy The Winslow Breed serves as a prequel to the author's highly successful House of Winslow series (published by Bethany House). As the Sparks Fly Upward is the final book in the trilogy.Young Colin Winslow grows up feeling altogether different from the rest of his family. Not bold and rough like his charismatic brother, Adam, or headstrong and spoiled like his sister, Adara, he is a gentle soul with a special love for natural things. His interest in animals, medicine, and healing brings him in contact with a strange woman who lives in the woods, Meg Caradoc. She teaches him the fine art of using a variety of herbs to quell sickness and pain.When Colin studies at Oxford, an eccentric but brilliant professor, Dr. Phineas Teague, guides the young man to a career in medicine. The formal knowledge Professor Teague imparts, combined with knowledge of Meg's herbal remedies, make Colin an insightful and successful doctor--one with the approving eye of Queen Elizabeth on him. Colin's skill quickly earns him many patients, some highly placed in the courts of both his queen and her sister Mary Queen of Scots. This once shy and uncertain young man finds himself in the midst of court intrigue and a key player in quelling assassination plots and passing vital information to the queen's court. When Colin faces his most difficult case--curing the wounds his brave brother suffered in battle--he must confront his attraction to Adam's wife, his unsteady faith in God, and his command of medicine: will he abandon his noble role and succumb to temptation, or will he take his place as the new hero of the Breed of Winslow?
As the Sun Breaks Through (The Cliffehaven Series #15)
by Ellie Dean**************THE FIFTEENTH CLIFFEHAVEN NOVEL BY SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR ELLIE DEANCliffehaven, June 1944As the planes continue to circle over Cliffehaven, Peggy Reilly’s sister Doris must seek refuge after a V-1 blast destroys her home. Rita, Sarah and the other residents at Beach View Boarding House quickly find their peace disturbed and it’s not long before even Peggy loses her patience. But with more bad news to come, will Doris finally be forced to swallow her pride? Meanwhile Peggy’s father-in-law Ron Reilly is delighted when his sweetheart Rosie returns home. Until a heart-breaking confession suggests things may never be the same between them. With loved ones scattered far and wide across the globe, and tensions running high, the end of the war feels somehow further than ever. And yet with the long-awaited Allied invasion in sight, a glimmer of light is starting to break through…A fabulous, heart-warming Second World War novel in Ellie Dean's bestselling Cliffehaven series (previously called the Beach View Boarding House series).
As the Tide Comes In: A Novel
by Cindy Woodsmall Erin WoodsmallA New York Times best-selling author releases her first southern novel, a Steel Magnolias-meets-Sweet Home Alabama story set on St. Simons Island.When an unthinkable loss sends Tara Abbott's life spiraling out of control, she journeys from North Carolina to Georgia's St. Simons Island. Although confused and scared, she hopes to find answers about her past - her life before the years of foster care and raising her two half-brothers as a young adult. Will she find steady ground on the island, surrounded by an eccentric-but-kindhearted group of older women called The Glynn Girls and a determined firefighter? Or will the truth splinter what's left of her identity into pieces?
Asa: A Marked Men Novel (Marked Men #6)
by Jay CrownoverYou never know which moment might lead to forever . . .Asa Cross struggles with being the man everyone wants him to be and the man he knows he really is. A leopard doesn't change its spots, and Asa has always been a predator. He doesn't want to hurt those who love and rely on him, especially one luscious arresting cop who suddenly seems to be interested in him for far more than his penchant for breaking the law. But letting go of old habits is hard, and it's easy to hit bottom when it's the place you know best.Royal Hastings is quickly learning what the bottom looks like after a tragic situation at work threatens not only her career but also her partner's life. As a woman who has only ever had a few real friends, she's trying to muddle through her confusion and devastation alone. Except she can't stop thinking about the sexy southern bartender she locked up. Crushing on Asa is the last thing she needs, but his allure is too strong to resist. And she knows chasing after a guy who has no respect for the law or himself can only end in heartbreak.A longtime criminal and a cop just seem so wrong together . . . but for Asa and Royal, being wrong together is the only right choice to make.
Asana
by Patrizia Anselmo Traduzioni ColomboCorrado Nardi es un policía brutal y corrupto. Siempre ha vivido con un sentimiento de culpa producido por la muerte de su madre; así que desahoga toda frustración junto a su colega Raúl, igualmente decepcionado por la vida. Alcohol, sobornos, prostitución. Las calles de un Turín anónimo. Después de casi haber matado a golpes un colega suyo, Corrado es obligado por sus superiores a ir a terapia. Es confiado al cuidado de la Dra. Gilli, quien tratará de eviscerar su antiguo tormento. No es la unica. Mientras tanto, Corrado frecuenta a una mujer con un encanto siniestro, una misteriosa amante que lo mantiene "atado" a ella en un juego sin salida: una especie de sadismo lleno de sensualidad y prácticas orientales. Su existencia parece definitivamente comprometida, aplastada por los fantasmas de un pasado demasiado pesado para soportar y las técnicas persuasivas de su "terapeuta". Hasta que un día el extraño secuestro de una muchacha lo involucra en primera persona.
Ascend (Trylle Trilogy: #3)
by Amanda HockingDuty-bound to marry her friend Tove in order to give the Trylle people their strongest king and queen in history, Wendy, a changeling troll princess, is torn between two other suitors, Finn and Loki.
Ascendente Carrero: Ridefinizione delle Regole (Serie Carrero. Volume 2 #2)
by L. T. MarshallSINOSSI Il mondo di Emma Anderson è stato messo sottosopra e non in senso positivo. Jake Carrero, l’unico uomo di cui lei si sia mai fidata in tutta la sua vita, se n’è andato, il suo lavoro perfetto è solo un vago ricordo e il suo futuro è tetro. Perdere la fredda compostezza esteriore perfezionata nel corso degli anni, l’ha fatta cadere in una depressione desolante, ma sta cercando di recuperare un po’ di normalità. Ha il cuore spezzato finché Jake non ritorna nella sua vita, e forse stavolta è possibile che ci sia qualcosa di più tra loro. Tuttavia questo presuppone analizzare tutti gli avvenimenti precedenti, così come il peso che lui si porta addosso nella persona di Marissa Hartley. Personaggi fallibili ma che creano dipendenza ed emozioni che sono un giro sulle montagne russe. Contiene contenuti e un linguaggio adatti a un pubblico maturo.
Ascension (Demon Hunters #1)
by A. S. FenichelThe Demon Hunters, #1 When demons threaten London, Lady Belinda answers the call. Lord Gabriel Thurston returns home from war to find his fiancée is not the sweet young girl he left behind. She's grown into a mysterious woman who guards her dark secrets well. When he sees her sneaking away from a ball, he's convinced it's for a lover's rendezvous. Following her to London's slums, Gabriel watches in horror as his fiancée ruthlessly slay a man. Lady Belinda Carlisle's only concern was her dress for the next ball--until demons nearly killed her and changed everything. A lady by day, and a demon hunter by night, she knows where her duty lies. Ending her betrothal is the best way to protect Gabriel from death by a demon's hand. Gabriel soon realizes, like him, Belinda has been fighting for her country. He joins in the fight, determined to show her that their love can endure, stronger than ever.86,825 Words
Ascension de la Lune Sanguine: Ascension de la Lune Sanguine
by John Henry "Doc" HollidayRise of the Sanguine Moon est l’histoire de deux amis qui transforment un rêve en réalité, rencontrant des obstacles, un amour fou et des traditions indiennes en cours de route. Mais là encore, n’avons-nous pas tous des rêves que nous cherchons à réaliser ? Montez à bord, attachez votre ceinture de sécurité et préparez-vous à une balade très mouvementée....... Médecin
Ascension of Larks
by Rachel LindenWhen globetrotting photographer Magdalena Henry loses the only man she’s ever loved, she risks her stellar career to care for his widow and young children on a remote island in the Pacific Northwest. Free-spirited and fiercely independent, Maggie adores her life of travel and adventure. But she has a secret. She can’t let go of her first and only love, renowned architect Marco Firelli, now married to her best friend Lena.When Marco drowns in a kayaking accident, Maggie rushes to the Firelli family’s summer home on San Juan Island. Once there she discovers that Marco was hiding something that could destroy his family. As fragile, perfectionistic Lena slowly falls apart, Maggie tries to provide stability for Marco and Lena’s three young children.When Maggie is offered a once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete in the world’s most prestigious photography competition, she thinks she’s found the answer to their problems. Then Lena makes a choice with unexpected and devastating consequences, forcing Maggie to grapple with an agonizing decision. Does she sacrifice the golden opportunity of her career or abandon the Firellis just when they need her the most?Gradually the island begins to work its magic. A century-old ritual to beckon loved ones home offers hope in the midst of sorrow. And a guilt-ridden yet compelling stranger hiding on the island may offer Maggie a second chance at love, but only if she can relinquish the past and move forward to find joy in unexpected places.
Ascension of Larks
by Rachel LindenWhen globetrotting photographer Magdelina Henry loses THE ONLY MAN SHE'S EVER LOVED, SHE RISKS HER STELLAR CAREER TO CARE FOR HIS WIDOW AND YOUNG CHILDREN ON A REMOTE ISLAND IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST. Free-spirited and fiercely independent, Maggie adores her life of travel and adventure. But she has a secret. She can't let go of her first and only love, renowned architect Marco Firelli, now married to her best friend Lena. When Marco drowns in a kayaking accident, Maggie rushes to the Firelli family's summer home on San Juan Island. Once there she discovers that Marco was hiding something that could destroy his family. As fragile, perfectionistic Lena slowly falls apart, Maggie tries to provide stability for Marco and Lena's three young children. When Maggie is offered a once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete in the world's most prestigious photography competition, she thinks she's found the answer to their problems. Then Lena makes a choice with unexpected and devastating consequences, forcing Maggie to grapple with an agonizing decision. Does she sacrifice the golden opportunity of her career or abandon the Firellis just when they need her the most? Gradually the island begins to work its magic. A century-old ritual to beckon loved ones home offers hope in the midst of sorrow. And a guilt-ridden yet compelling stranger hiding on the island may offer Maggie a second chance at love, but only if she can relinquish the past and move forward to find joy in unexpected places. Rachel Linden is a novelist and international aid worker whose adventures living and traveling in fifty countries around the world provide excellent grist for her stories. She holds an MA in Intercultural Studies from Wheaton College, a BA in Literature from Huntington University, and studied creative writing at Oxford University during college. Currently, Rachel splits her time between Seattle, Washington and Budapest, Hungary where she lives with her husband and two children. Rachel enjoys creating stories about hope and courage.
Ascension: Book II in The Summoner's Circle
by S.T. GibsonFrom the international bestselling author of Evocation comes it's hotly anticipated and spellbinding sequel, where Rhys steps into his new role as High Priest. A magical read for lovers of traditional urban fantasy.Ever since Rhys McGowan was a boy, he's only wanted two things: power and love. Now, as High Priest of Boston's premiere Secret Society, husband to his adoring witch wife Moira, and partner to David - his psychic rival-turned-boyfriend, Rhys is finally at peace. But when a strange ritual rocks Boston's occult community, and opens the Society up to sabotage, Rhys delves even deeper into the dark world of demon-summoning. He's used to carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders, but the strain of managing so many spirits (not to mention the stress of his loved ones exploring other people) will push him to the brink. As heaven and hell play tug of war for Rhys' soul, he'll have to face the greatest demon of all: his own insatiable ambition.The second book in the bestselling Summoner's Circle series sees beloved characters return for an all new dark and enthralling adventure.
Ascenso de la Luna Sanguinea
by John Henry "Doc" HollidayRise of the Sanguine Moon es la historia de dos amigos que convierten un sueño en realidad, encontrando obstáculos, amor loco y tradiciones indias en el camino. Pero, de nuevo, ¿no todos tenemos sueños que buscamos hacer realidad? Sube a bordo, abrocha tu cinturón de seguridad y prepárate para un viaje muy turbulento ……. Doc
Asedio al corazón (romance de guerra del sur #2)
by Lexy TimmsKnox Township, 1863 Asedio del corazón, Libro 2 en la Serie romance del sur, por el autor más vendido Lexy Timms Jasper Perry tiene un hogar, una familia: todo lo que él creía que estaba perdido para siempre después de que estallara la guerra. Con el amor de Clara, Jasper cree que tiene todo lo que siempre ha querido. Mientras espera el matrimonio con Clara, se encuentra superado por la nostalgia. Cuando una milicia confederada lo secuestra, decidida a castigarlo por su deserción, Jasper tiene una opción: renunciar a la lealtad que una vez tuvo con la Confederación y luchar para volver con Clara; o dejar su nuevo hogar atrás, y regresar a todo lo que es familiar. Para complicar más las cosas, la milicia ha confundido a Cecelia con la esposa de Jasper y la ha secuestrado también. Reunido con su familia, Solomon Dalton intenta volver a su antigua vida como si nada hubiera sucedido. Pero cuando Jasper y Cecelia son secuestrados, Solomon debe regresar al territorio Confederado para salvar a los que ama. Sin embargo, no está solo, un hombre extraño lo está siguiendo, y Solomon ha escuchado en voz baja susurros de que los espías de la Unión están buscando a aquellos que han traicionado la causa ... Serie Romance del sur: Pequeño amor Asedio del corazón Libertad por siempre La fortuna del soldado
Asesinar a casi todos los gais (Murder Most Gay Series #1)
by John Simpson Javier Amorós GarcíaVolumen 1 de la serie "Asesinar a casi todos los gais"Un asesino en serie está atacando a la comunidad gay en sus bares y parques favoritos. Asignan al caso al novato Patrick Saint James, que se siente muy cercano a las víctimas. Es gay y está en el armario en el trabajo, y el hecho de que le asignen el caso es toda una ironía del destino. Pat y su compañero, el también novato Hank, comienzan la investigación e intentan buscar una pista que les lleve al asesino. A la vez que el caso se va complicando, Pat está a la busca de su príncipe azul, luchando contra sus sentimientos y tres pretendientes, a cual mejor dadas las circunstancias. Bill, un ligue de una noche tremendamente dulce y guapo. Dean, un viejo amigo que se queda soltero y para liar más las cosas, Hank, su compañero, que resulta ser también gay y muestra interés en él. Mientras, el asesino sigue con su orgía de violencia, estrangulando y violando a pobres chicos, y Pat tiene que centrar toda su atención en el caso e intentar que su vida amorosa sobreviva al tremendo estrés al que se ve avocado cada día. Pero cuando sus esperanzas y sueños se ven en conflicto con la investigación, es posible que se vea inmerso en un gran lío.
Asesor Senior del Jefe: Libro 9 Dirigiendo a los Jefes – Serie
by Lexy TimmsEs difícil saber quién te respalda incondicionalmente y quién está detrás de ti para clavarte el cuchillo por la espalda. La vida de los hermanos Reid no tiene nada de ordinaria. El multimillonario Alex Reid está haciendo malabares con su empresa, intentando detener a aquellos que intentan apoderarse de ella y al mismo tiempo siendo esposo, padre y hermano. Cuando hay mucho dinero en juego, se usan métodos rudos y despiadados. El campo de golf y club de campo de Mark Reid se estaba convirtiendo rápidamente en uno de los mejores del país. En realidad, más rápido de lo esperado. Apenas podía mantener el ritmo y las oportunidades que se le presentaban. Al igual que su hermano, cuando el trabajo comenzara a consumirlo, ¿perdería la dedicación a la chica que estaba a su lado? Cuando eres el centro de atención, siempre hay quienes quieren destruirte. Lo más triste de la traición es que nunca proviene de tus enemigos, solo de aquellos que nunca sospechaste que eran enemigos.
Asghar and Zahra: A John Murray Original
by Sameer RahimLONGLISTED FOR THE DESMOND ELLIOTT PRIZEChildhood friends Asghar and Zahra were born into the same British Muslim community in west London. But they grow up into very different people. Asghar is a shy boy nervous of stepping outside his family's comfort zone, while Zahra is an ambitious woman who has just finished her degree at Cambridge.The novel opens on their wedding day as friends and family wonder what could possibly have brought this odd couple together. After a comically disastrous honeymoon, painful secrets from the past throw the relationship further off-balance. And then there's the sinister preacher taking a keen interest in them . . . A funny, sympathetic and very human novel about the first year of a marriage, and the difficulties of reconciling the sometimes conflicting demands of family, religion and society, Asghar and Zahra is the debut of a striking new talent.
Asghar and Zahra: A John Murray Original
by Sameer RahimLONGLISTED FOR THE DESMOND ELLIOTT PRIZEChildhood friends Asghar and Zahra were born into the same British Muslim community in west London. But they grow up into very different people. Asghar is a shy boy nervous of stepping outside his family's comfort zone, while Zahra is an ambitious woman who has just finished her degree at Cambridge.The novel opens on their wedding day as friends and family wonder what could possibly have brought this odd couple together. After a comically disastrous honeymoon, painful secrets from the past throw the relationship further off-balance. And then there's the sinister preacher taking a keen interest in them . . . A funny, sympathetic and very human novel about the first year of a marriage, and the difficulties of reconciling the sometimes conflicting demands of family, religion and society, Asghar and Zahra is the debut of a striking new talent.
Ash
by Shani Petroff Darci ManleyDestiny is pre-determined. It is strictly monitored. It is unchangeable.Or is it?Madden's life is a whirlwind of privilege and perks. Born into the elite Purple ring, she is fated to be a Minister of the Seven. Although her position comes with the burden of great responsibility, she's nothing if not confident in her future. After all, Destiny Specialists have determined how she will fulfill her life's purpose, and they are never wrong.Her classmate Dax, an Ash, is clinging to the opposite end of the spectrum. While everyone around her knows what destiny awaits them, Dax's fate is...missing. Isolated and ignored, she refuses to let her lack of status define her.After a stunning twist of fate, Dax and Madden's paths intertwine in ways neither could have possibly imagined. The two are forced to question their own past, present and future as they realize who they are is not necessarily who they were meant to be.ASH, the first book in the Destined series, is an unforgettable journey into an alternate future which will leave readers wondering just how much we can control our own fate.Destiny is calling. Will you fight for yours?
Ash & Bramble
by Sarah PrineasThe tale of Cinderella has been retold countless times. But what you know is not the true story. Sarah Prineas's bold fairy-tale retelling is a dark and captivating world where swords are more fitting than slippers, young shoemakers are just as striking as princes, and a heroine is more than ready to rescue herself before the clock strikes midnight.Pin has no recollection of who she is or how she got to the Godmother's fortress. She only knows that she is a Seamstress, working day in and out to make ball gowns fit for fairy tales. But she longs to forsake her backbreaking servitude and dares to escape with the brave young Shoemaker.Pin isn't free for long before she's captured again and forced to live the new life the Godmother chooses for her--a fairy-tale story, complete with a charming prince--instead of finding her own happily ever after.When the glass slipper just doesn't fit . . .