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A Gamble at Sunset (Betting Against the Duke #1)
by Vanessa RileyAward-winning author Vanessa Riley turns all convention on its head for the first in an enchanting, dazzlingly diverse new Regency romance trilogy featuring a duke, three sisters, and a tantalizing bet with a most desirable reward... &“The perfect historical read.&” —Julia Quinn, #1 New York Times bestselling authorWhen a duke discovers the woman he loves was tricked into marrying another, the master chess player makes the now-widowed Viscountess the highest-stakes wager of his life in a last-ditch effort to win her affection: he will find husbands for her two sisters—or depart forever. Thus begins a sparkling new series from acclaimed author Vanessa Riley. Georgina Wilcox, a wallflower with hidden musical talents, is furious when her reclusive older sister—the recently widowed Viscountess—refuses sorely needed help from the Duke of Torrance, the only gentleman who has shown kindness to the bereft Wilcox sisters. Georgina decides to get back at her sister and shock the Viscountess by kissing the first willing stranger she meets in the enchanting gardens of Anya House. Unfortunately, her sister is not the sole witness. A group of reporters and the ton&’s leading gossips catch Georgina in a passionate embrace with a reticent composer, Lord Mark Sebastian. The third son of an influential marquis, the tongue-tied Mark is determined to keep the scandal from ruining Georgina&’s reputation and his own prospects of winning the celebrated Harlbert&’s Prize for music. Under the guise of private voice lessons, the two embark on a daring gamble to fool the ton into believing that their feigned courtship is honorable while bolstering Georgina&’s singing genius to captivate potential suitors. Sexist cartoons, family rivalries, and an upcoming ball test the fake couple&’s resolve. Will their sudden fiery collaboration—and growing attraction—prove there&’s nothing false about a first kiss and scandalously irresistible temptation?
A Game Between Friends: A friends with benefits romance (Locketts of Tuxedo Park #4)
by Yahrah St. JohnWill these former friends with benefits rekindle a flame…or settle scores? Find out in Yahrah St. John&’s Locketts of Tuxedo Park series finale!From lovers to friends to lovers again?It&’s complicated! After losing his football career due to an injury, Xavier Lockett found solace in the arms of singer Porscha Childs…until a misunderstanding tore them apart. Now a sportscaster at a top Atlanta network, the former star quarterback craves another taste of the woman who helped him turn his life around. But Porscha wants a hit record, not a second broken heart. Yet Xavier&’s still irresistible. The sparks between them ignite an inferno that lands her in his bed, but can she trust that this time they&’re both playing the same game?From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.Love triumphs in these uplifting romances, part of the Locketts of Tuxedo Park series: Book 1: Consequences of PassionBook 2: Blind Date with the Spare HeirBook 3: Holiday PlaybookBook 4: A Game Between Friends
A Game Most Foul
by Alison GervaisFrom award-winning YA author Alison Gervais comes a contemporary mystery about a teen writer determined to discover what happened to a missing classmate, who finds herself caught up with a pair of very familiar detectives named Watson and Holmes. All her awakening powers of observation will be put to the test as she finds that the thing she thought was holding her back just might be her greatest strength.Attending the prestigious Ashford College&’s writing seminar is a dream come true for Jules Montgomery, but the summer isn&’t unfolding as she hoped. Navigating London with her recent hearing loss is difficult, and hiding it from her classmates is a challenge. Even worse, she can&’t seem to shake a case of writer&’s block. When a fellow student goes missing, neither the police nor their teacher, Professor Watson, seem that concerned. Jules and her new friends Percy and Suruthi are determined to get to the bottom of the case and they&’re not alone: the strange man who frequents Jules&’ aunt&’s antique shop is eager to help—and his name is none other than Sherlock Holmes.Now there are two mysteries to solve. What happened to their missing classmate? And how can it be that Watson and Holmes—two fictional characters from the Victorian era—are alive and well in the 21st century? The only way to find answers might lie in a quote from one of Watson&’s old stories: &“You see, but you do not observe.&” Jules may not be able to hear all that well, but without her hearing aids, she can certainly see more than the average person. And nothing about this is case is average.A Game Most Foul:Features a Hard of Hearing protagonist written by a writer Hard of Hearing author drawing from personal experiences.Is by Alison Gervais, author of The Silence Between Us, winner of the Schneider Family Award, Best Teen Honor Book 2020.Will appeal to both casual and serious fans of Arthur Conan Doyle&’s Sherlock Holmes mysteries.Is a romance with a sweet love story.
A Game Of Hide And Seek (Virago Modern Classics #6)
by Elizabeth Taylor'Her stories remain with one, indelibly, as though they had been some turning-point in one's own experience' - Elizabeth Bowen, author of The Heat of the DayIntelligent and haunting, with echoes of Brief Encounter, this is a love story by one of the best British writers of the 20th century.During summer games of hide and seek Harriet falls in love with Vesey and his elusive, teasing ways. When he goes to Oxford she cherishes his photograph and waits for a letter that never comes.Years pass and Harriet stifles her dreams; with a husband and daughter, she excels at respectability. But then Vesey reappears and her marriage seems to melt away. Harriet is older, it is much too late, but she is still in love with him.
A Game Of Hide And Seek (Vmc Ser. #646)
by Elizabeth Taylor'Her stories remain with one, indelibly, as though they had been some turning-point in one's own experience' - Elizabeth Bowen, author of The Heat of the DayIntelligent and haunting, with echoes of Brief Encounter, this is a love story by one of the best British writers of the 20th century.During summer games of hide and seek Harriet falls in love with Vesey and his elusive, teasing ways. When he goes to Oxford she cherishes his photograph and waits for a letter that never comes.Years pass and Harriet stifles her dreams; with a husband and daughter, she excels at respectability. But then Vesey reappears and her marriage seems to melt away. Harriet is older, it is much too late, but she is still in love with him.
A Game for the Living: A Virago Modern Classic (Virago Modern Classics #179)
by Patricia HighsmithBy the bestselling author of The Talented Mr Ripley, Carol and Strangers on a Train'I love Highsmith so much . . . What a revelation her writing is' Gillian Flynn'Ramón had done it. Obviously! He thought about Ramón, his Catholic soul trapped in his passion for Lelia. He'd find Ramón and see that he paid with his life for what he had done.'In A Game for the Living threads of sexual jealousy and guilt are shot through with all Patricia Highsmith's uncanny talent for the unexpected.Mild-mannered Theo is a wealthy German expatriate; hot-tempered Ramón was born into poverty in Mexico City. The two men are unlikely friends - especially as they are in love with the same woman. When Lelia is found brutally murdered, both lovers are suspects - and each suspects the other. But then they discover that a thief was seen at Lelia's apartment, and their hunt leads them on a frantic chase to sun-drenched Acapulco. Theo begins to get the uneasy feeling that his every move is being watched.
A Game of Chance
by Linda HowardA fan-favorite tale of romance and suspense from New York Times bestselling author Linda Howard On the trail of a vicious criminal, agent Chance Mackenzie finds the perfect bait for his trap: the target's daughter, Sunny Miller. Chance makes himself the only man she can trust and then arranges for her elusive father to find out about them. But Chance doesn't know that Sunny has her own reasons for hiding from her father. His deception puts them in danger of losing everything--including their hearts. Previously published.
A Game of Chance (Mackenzie Family Saga #5)
by Linda HowardOn the trail of a vicious criminal, agent Chance Mackenzie found the perfect bait for his trap: Sunny Miller. So Chance made himself the only man she could trust--and then arranged for her long-missing father to find out about them. What Chance hadn't foreseen was that Sunny had reasons of her own for hiding from her father--and now Chance's deception had brought them both one step closer to the end of everything they held dear. . . .
A Game of Deception (Love in 60 Seconds #5)
by Loreth Anne WhiteA wealthy casino heiress and an FBI agent on a mission find themselves fighting danger—and a powerful mutual passion!—in this sexy romantic suspense originally published as Her 24-Hour Protector in 2009!FBI special agent Lex Duncan has taken a post in Las Vegas to search for the missing pieces of his past in a city that has no memory. But when the cool agent’s current investigation intersects with a high-profile Sin City murder, Lex runs into a completely different kind of trouble in the form of hot, young casino heiress Jenna Jayne Rothchild…and the sins of the past suddenly slam right into the present. And Lex—who was seeking to take the Rothchild family down—suddenly becomes the one man who can rescue the sexy young heiress…in more ways than one.Jenna is a party girl in a city that knows no limit on glitz or fun, and she’s everything Lex avoids in a woman. The homicide victim, however, was her sister, and the mysterious diamond stolen from her sister’s body belongs to her father. And it’s now in the FBI’s custody.Jenna is determined to get what she wants from the sexy special agent. But gleaning classified information about her sister’s case requires finesse. Her seduction strategy backfires when Lex cons her into revealing family secrets…and into falling for him. As the Vegas heat gives way to searing passion, will their tryst become a high-risk affair—or are they betting on forever?
A Game of Desire
by Sharon IbbotsonThis Regency is a sure bet. &“A splendid historical romance . . . the story has depth and emotion, on top of being a fun and entertaining read.&” —The Book Review The Queen of Diamonds never loses . . . Felicity Fox is a rarity for a woman living in the early 1800s. Not only does she frequent the &“gambling hells&” where most ladies would not dare to tread, she can also beat any man at his own game. It&’s no wonder she&’s gained notoriety as the &“Queen of Diamonds.&” Edward, Earl of Addington, despises gambling and is not exactly enamored of Felicity Fox either, especially since she one tried to swindle his family. Except now the Earl requires assistance from the Queen of Diamonds—and he has everything to lose. But involving herself with Edward might be the most dangerous game that Felicity has ever played . . . &“Stunning . . . a sexy, exciting and entertaining romance.&” —Chicks, Rogues and Scandals
A Game of Hearts
by Deirdre O’DareDeVore lost the love of his life ten years ago, left his seven-figure career with a huge financial firm, and became a recluse. He now indulges a hobby of photography which has become his new vocation. At one of the few social functions he attends, he meets an amazing young man. Can he find new life and new love? The game of hearts is always risky, but what if a part of your first love now lives in another body? <p><p> Tim was a preemie and always frail. Later, an organ transplant was the only thing that could save him. Now grown, he still struggles to break restrictive family ties and find a purpose. It’s a thrill to meet the charismatic DeVore, an idol whose powerful photographs move many. But is this attraction his own, or coming from the stranger’s heart now beating in his chest?
A Game of Love
by Margaret McDonaghAnnabel needed to get away, to take stock of her life. But her holiday got off to a dismal start; while driving through France she gave an English couple a lift, and they repaid her by making off with her car and possessions! Fortunately, a handsome Frenchman stopped to help. He showed Annabel nothing but kindness, but when she realised he was the ex-tennis player Alain Ducret, who had the reputation of a playboy, she fought to resist falling for his charms …
A Game of Love
by Margaret McDonaghAnnabel needed to get away, to take stock of her life. But her holiday got off to a dismal start; while driving through France she gave an English couple a lift, and they repaid her by making off with her car and possessions! Fortunately, a handsome Frenchman stopped to help. He showed Annabel nothing but kindness, but when she realised he was the ex-tennis player Alain Ducret, who had the reputation of a playboy, she fought to resist falling for his charms …
A Game of Monsters: Realm of Fey Book IV
by Ben AldersonThe long awaited fourth and final book in Ben Alderson's bestselling Realm of Fey series sees the fate of Robin Icethorn's world at stake, and a war that could ruin everything... great for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas.The long-awaited conclusion in Ben Alderson's bestselling Realm of Fey series... As the dust settles and the world ushers in a new era of stability, only Robin Icethorn knows the truth. Duncan Rackley, former fey Hunter turned lover, has become the host of the demon god Duwar, and the gentle peace that has been brokered is steps away from being shaken up. Bolstered with the sudden help of his ex-love Erix, Robin embarks on a mission to save Duncan, seeking out the aid of the Nephilim once more. However, Robin finds that the game of the gods is not over, and those he can trust may have other motives. Determined to protect his love, Robin and his allies must band together once more in hopes to destroy their enemies and prevent war on a celestial scale. But as old feelings for Erix return, and chaos brews among the realms, will Robin be able to usher in peace in the world… and in his heart?
A Game of Patience (Regency Romance)
by Elisabeth FairchildWhen it comes to a love triangle, every side has its story--in this engaging romance from award-winning Regency superstar Elisabeth Fairchild... AVAILABLE DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIME Patience Ballard has fond memories of her most cherished childhood friends--fun-loving Pip and dear, dependable Richard. Now that she is ready to marry, it is Pip she wants--and she's come to London to find him.... Crushed when she learns Pip is already engaged, not even Richard's sweet support can soothe her wounded heart. But Pip's much vaunted love affair is decidedly odd. He does not seem the least bit interested in his intended. Puzzled, but hopeful, Patience uncovers the truth of her dear friends' adult personalities....and begins to wonder if she has misjudged all the players in the game of love, as well as the identity of the young man patiently waiting, with the key to her heart. Don't miss Elisabeth Fairchild's original Regency Romance, The Christmas Spirit, coming from InterMix.
A Game of Retribution (Hades x Persephone Saga #4)
by Scarlett St. ClairBecome enchanted by the fantasy world of gods and mortals in bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair's reimagined New Greece. Readers are "hopelessly addicted" to the story of Hades and Persephone.Hades, God of the Dead, does not take sides or bend the rules. He makes no exceptions to these values—not for god or mortal, even his lover, Persephone, Goddess of Spring.Usually, fear prevents retaliation.But not this time.When Hera, Goddess of Women, approaches Hades with a plan to overthrow Zeus, he declines to offer help. As punishment, Hera sentences Hades to perform a series of labors. Between killing mythical monsters and recovering deadly stolen artifacts, each feat seems more impossible than the last and draws his attention away from Persephone—whose own tragedy has left her questioning whether she can be Queen of the Underworld.Can Hades maintain the balance he craves?
A Game of Scandal
by Kathryn SmithThere's nothing quite like scandalous behavior hidden behind a mask of elegance, and Lilith Mallory knows the truth of this more than most. The owner of the most prestigious club in London, and wealthier in her own right than most would believe, she's considered too scandalous for polite society. But that doesn't stop the men of the ton from eating her food, enjoying her wine, or gaming at her tables.Then, into her life, strides Gabriel Warren, the Earl of Angletwood. He had broken Lilith's heart years ago, and now he has returned from his life in the 'colonies' to discover his family fortune ruined. Now he comes to her with an outrageous proposal...if she will help him financially he will give her the respectability she craves under the guise of marriage. But given the strictures of society is this a bargain she is willing--or able--to accept?
A Game of Scandal (Friends Trilogy #2)
by Kathryn SmithThere's nothing quite like scandalous behavior hidden behind a mask of elegance, and Lilith Mallory knows the truth of this more than most. The owner of the most prestigious club in London, and wealthier in her own right than most would believe, she's considered too scandalous for polite society. But that doesn't stop the men of the ton from eating her food, enjoying her wine, or gaming at her tables. Then, into her life, strides Gabriel Warren, the Earl of Angletwood. He had broken Lilith's heart years ago, and now he has returned from his life in the 'colonies' to discover his family fortune ruined. Now he comes to her with an outrageous proposal...if she will help him financially he will give her the respectability she craves under the guise of marriage. But given the strictures of society is this a bargain she is willing-or able-to accept?
A Game of Secrets: A Forbidden One Night Romance (The Eddington Heirs #4)
by Zuri DayShe can&’t resist the temptation of her brother&’s forbidden best friend in this installment of The Eddington Heirs series from Zuri Day.&“No lights. Keep on your mask. Take off your clothes.&” Jake Eddington isn&’t the type to be tied down—until he meets her at a masquerade party. But then, the best night of his life becomes the worst when their masks come off. His temptress is none other than Sasha McDowell—his best friend&’s sister. The woman Jake&’s supposed to protect! Away from her controlling family, Sasha&’s determined to explore her wild side. But that spectacular night with Jake is unexpectedly complicated, for his business and her reputation. Yet their connection can&’t be ignored—even if their tryst ignites a scandal…From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.You&’ll be swept away by this bold, sizzling romance, part of The Eddington Heirs series: Book 1: Inconvenient AttractionBook 2: The Nanny GameBook 3: Two Rivals, One BedBook 4: A Game of SecretsBook 5: The Secret Heir
A Game of Vows
by Maisey YatesHe must speak now...Eduardo Vega once had the world at his feet, with trophy wife to match! Then a cruel accident left him with only fragments of memory-costing him everything. Now the time has come to track down his runaway wife and finally put the missing pieces of his puzzle back together...Or for ever hold his peace!Having tried her best to patch up the wounds of her first marriage, a couture-clad Hannah Weston is about to marry a much safer option. But moments before she says I do she's confronted by a perilously tempting memory from her past...
A Game with One Winner (Scandal in the Spotlight #5)
by Lynn Raye HarrisAn heiress plays a dangerous game of business and pleasure with a Russian mogul in this sexy international romance.Paparazzi darling Caroline Sullivan is hiding a secret behind her dazzling-yet-inscrutable smile. Her ex-flame, Russian businessman Roman Kazarov, is back on the scene . . . But is he seeking revenge for her humiliating rejection or just to take possession of her troubled business?Sources confirm that the cutthroat Kazarov is seriously ruffling the pristine feathers of the normally cautious Caroline. Rumors of scorching-hot secret trysts are flying. But only one thing is certain—in this supreme game of wills only one person can win, and Roman believes he holds the ace . . .
A Garden In The Rain (Macleod Family #8)
by Lynn KurlandNew York Times bestselling author Lynn Kurland tells the story of Patrick MacLeod--the first MacLeod to discover the secrets of his ancestral land... Patrick MacLeod is haunted by his past, by events he had no control over and wishes desperately he could change. He hasn't the heart for love, nor the time for rescuing maidens in distress of their own making. Until he sees a woman who touches his heart and stirs his soul...and makes him believe love might be possible again after all. For Madelyn Phillips, Scotland is the land of dreams, filled with magic, romance, and handsome Highland lords. Unfortunately, the reality of her dream vacation is no car, no luggage, and a pesky ex-fiancé determined to shadow her every move. She thinks her dreaming is in vain. Until she sees a man standing on a windswept moor, a Highlander full of secrets and longing, and knows she has seen her destiny. But the past isn't through with either of them, and it will take all the love both of them possess to make their dreams come true...
A Gargoyle Christmas (Blackstone Manor #4)
by Kassandra LeaSequel toPromisedJust like he did for Halloween, Io has decided to go all out for Christmas, a holiday not typically celebrated by the family. With the decorations up, the only thing he needs to make it perfect is a blanket of fresh white snow. What’s Christmas without snowmen? There’s also the messy task of trying to, yet again, find the right gift for Cinder.Meanwhile, Cinder has his plate full. Not only is he dealing with the sudden explosion of holiday decorations in Blackstone Manor, but the time has come for him to pick a new beta. Who is right for the position? If he doesn’t pick Io, will his beloved be hurt?
A Garota de Jesse
by Tara SeptemberO bem-sucedido advogado do Texas, Reade Walker, amaldiçoa aquela maldita música toda vez que ela toca, ciente da ironia de sua letra. Afinal, ele está secretamente e dolorosamente apaixonado pela garota de Jesse, Gwen, há quase uma década. Foi amor à primeira vista para ele, mas infelizmente ela não é sua garota. Ela pertence ao único homem que o traiu e conhece o segredo sordido de sua família. No entanto, Reade não consegue amar ninguém, exceto a única mulher que ele não pode ter. Ou ele pode torná-la sua? Quando o senador marido de Gwen Clark foge com sua estagiária e todo o dinheiro deles, o escândalo que se segue vira sua vida de cabeça para baixo. Abandonada, sem um tostão e desesperada para sustentar sua filha de seis anos, Gwen não tem ninguém a quem recorrer, a não ser Reade Walker. O único homem que seu coração deseja desesperadamente, mas seu orgulho teme ter que pedir ajuda. Apesar de recebê-las em sua casa, parece que Reade mal consegue ficar no mesmo cômodo que ela, muito menos sob o mesmo teto - no mesmo quarto. Mas Gwen está determinada a colocar sua vida de volta nos trilhos. Já passou da hora de redescobrir seus próprios sonhos... se ao menos ela pudesse impedir que seu coração sofrido se partisse novamente.
A Gate Of Night (A Shade Of Vampire #6)
by Bella ForrestThe 6th book in the bestselling "A Shade Of Vampire" series has arrived! Welcome back to The Shade... Derek and Sofia are finally enjoying a well-deserved break. Staying at a resort with good food, sun and sea, Sofia is thrilled to witness Derek's re-introduction to the human world. They would almost be mistaken for a normal young couple, if it were not for the red-eyed monster lurking in the shadows and watching their every move, waiting for his signal to pounce...