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'Til Darkness Falls
by Pearl Love2nd EditionA malicious deception... An ancient curse... A timeless love... Brian Macon is a worn-out homicide detective whose job and life hold no meaning until he meets a gorgeous German man who turns his world upside down. Alrick Ritter has a poet's soul, a master cellist's skill, and a sniper's deadly accuracy, and though constrained by sinister forces to be a killer-for-hire, Alrick wants nothing more than to be with Brian. Helpless to resist the call of their hearts, Brian and Alrick begin a cautious affair, keeping secret the reality that places them on opposite sides of the law. But an ancient danger threatens to destroy their love. Three thousand years ago in the burning sands of ancient Egypt, Prince Rahotep and his devoted slave, Tiye, were robbed of their lives, betrayed by a powerful woman's mad hatred and the cruel humor of an evil god. Now destiny has reunited the lovers, joining them in an unquenchable passion even as a twist of fate casts them as potential enemies. Will Brian and Alrick be able to overcome the centuries-old curse to secure the love that should have always been theirs?First Edition published by Dreamspinner Press, November 2010.
'Til Death (A Witch City Mystery #12)
by Carol J. PerryThe staff at Salem, Massachusetts&’s local station, WICH-TV, is looking forward to the wedding of their program director, Lee Barrett. But when Lee heads off on her Maine honeymoon, she&’ll be haunted by the ghosts of her own past . . . Lee and Detective Sergeant Pete Mondello are finally tying the knot—and Lee is tying up loose ends before the big day. It&’ll be an adjustment moving out of Aunt Ibby&’s house, but the couple will stay nearby—after all, they have to share custody of O&’Ryan, their clairvoyant cat. And Aunt Ibby will be renting out Lee&’s old apartment . . . though she&’s getting some bad vibes from her current prospective tenant. After the celebration, complete with a cake made by the station magician, there should be time to relax—but the Maine island happens to be near the site of the crash that long ago killed Lee&’s parents, a mystery she&’s never been able to solve. Soon she&’ll be putting wedding gifts aside and turning to her psychic gifts instead, to wrap up crimes both past and present . . . Praise for the Witch City Mysteries&“Yet another hit in the Witch City Mystery series!&” —Fresh Fiction on Murder, Take Two&“Carol J. Perry juggles these details with finesse and moves the plot toward a creepy conclusion that adds a few shivers to this cozy.&” —BookPage on Late Checkout&“This delightful read set against the Halloween festivities in Salem is perfect cozy read for a blustery autumn evening.&” —The Intelligencer on Late Checkout
'Til Death Do Us Part
by Amanda QuickCalista Langley operates an exclusive 'introduction' agency in Victorian London, catering to respectable ladies and gentlemen who find themselves alone in the world. But now, a dangerously obsessed individual has begun sending her trinkets and gifts suitable only for those in deepest mourning - a black mirror, a funeral wreath, a ring set with black jet stone. Each is engraved with her initials.Desperate for help and fearing that the police will be of no assistance, Calista turns to Trent Hastings, a reclusive author of popular crime novels. Believing that Calista may be taking advantage of his lonely sister, who has become one of her clients, Trent doesn't trust her. Scarred by his past, he's learned to keep his emotions at bay, even as an instant attraction threatens his resolve.But as Trent and Calista comb through files of rejected clients in hopes of identifying her tormentor, it becomes clear that the danger may be coming from Calista's own secret past - and that only her death will satisfy the stalker...
'Til Death Do Us Part
by Beverly BartonBlackwood's Woman At first J.T. thinks beautiful Joanna Beaumont is just a spoiled socialite roughing it on Blackwood Ranch. But then he discovers the danger she's fled from—and the real reason she needs him. Suddenly, all that matters to J.T. is seeing her safely through the long, hot nights…. Roarke's Wife Cleo McNamara desperately needs a husband…someone to father her child and protect her from a wouldbe murderer. Security expert Simon Roarke is happy to take the job—and the sizable paycheck. But Cleo is more than he'd bargained for—and with her life on the line, now is the worst possible time for Simon to lose his heart….
'Til Death Do Us Part
by Eliza DalyLife and death matters take on a whole new twist when a quirky funeral planner tries her hand at matchmaking for a prominent playboy.Six months ago, Cassidy Baldwin was among Milwaukee’s leading wedding planners, until she became the scapegoat for a corporate scandal. Now the only job she can land is organizing over-the-top themed funerals for her best friend’s family business. Then the city’s most affluent and eccentric philanthropist dies, and Cassidy is hired to fulfill the woman’s deathbed wish: find a wife for her playboy nephew, Ryan Mitchell. Ryan’s always avoided the spotlight, and he’s not thrilled by the media attention spawned by this final decree. If he doesn’t marry within the year, however, his aunt’s quirky staff will lose their home and livelihood. So he wants Cassidy to find him a Ms. Right Now that he can ultimately divorce, but she’s determined to find him a true soul mate since the right match could launch a new matchmaking career for her. Too bad she seems to understand him better than any of the potential brides she’s found. Is it worth risking a real chance at love to arrange a fake wedding? Sensuality Level: Behind Closed Doors
'Til Dragons Do Us Part
by Lorenda ChristensenSavannah Cavenaugh became a top art thief thanks to a secret ability-a dragonmorph, she can literally fly away from the scene of the crime. Next up: stealing a priceless painting out from under the snout of Lord Relobu, North America's fearsome dragon ruler. True, she's never had to work in the midst of Earth's most polarizing nuptials before. Keeping her identity hidden will demand she get creative, to say the least.Cameron Shaw has one last chance to prove himself. As Lord Relobu's interim security head, he'll ensure the world's first interspecies wedding happens without a hitch. That means keeping an extra close eye on the wedding planner's pretty young assistant. She's adorable, but something's not quite right.Fumbling her way through bouquets and linens turns out to be the least of Savannah's problems. Crushing on Relobu's hottest human henchman was not part of the plan, and neither was revealing her-ahem-ferocious side. But when her archrival shows up to nab the very same painting she's after, all bets are off...Don't miss Never Deal with Dragons and Dancing with Dragons, available now!
'Til Heist Do Us Part
by Sara Desai"The perfect blend of romance, mystery and thrills."—US WeeklyDiamond necklaces, billionaires, Mafia bosses, and student loans—it&’s all in a day&’s work for Simi Chopra and her ragtag heist crew in the next romantic-comedy caper from Sara Desai.It&’s been a year since Simi Chopra&’s motley crew pulled off a high-wire diamond necklace heist with the help of sexy rogue Jack Danger. After living it up on the reward money, they're back where they started, struggling to pay their bills. So when a Chicago Mafia boss demands they return the jewels—plus interest, or else—they need to get the team back together…and fast.Unfortunately, Simi soon discovers that the necklace is in the hands of Jack's nemesis, a highly-skilled and supremely vengeful master thief who is not above a little blackmail to get even. (Did Jack really have to piss her off?) Now, the crew is forced into her working her con in order to get the necklace back. As if Simi needed any more complications while trying to rob a billionaire&’s mansion, she and Jack are on the rocks, someone else is after her score, and a gorgeous detective is hot on her tail. Simi better be careful or she&’ll end up in the less fun kind of handcuffs.
'Til Morning Light (The Gracelin O'Malley Trilogy #3)
by Ann MooreAn Irish mother faces her destiny in California as the acclaimed trilogy comes to an end—&“a vibrant picture of American history in the mid-19th century&” (Historical Novel Society). With her two children, Gracelin O&’Malley travels to post–Gold Rush San Francisco to meet the sea captain who has proposed marriage to her. But when she arrives, he is nowhere to be found. Destitute in a city filled with gangs, disillusioned soldiers, and professional gamblers, Grace takes a position as a cook for one of the city&’s most prominent doctors—only to become caught up in a tangled web of blackmail and betrayal. Determined to make a secure life for her children and find her brother, Sean, Gracelin sets in motion a series of events that change the future of everyone around her, never dreaming that the man she thought she&’d lost forever is still alive and determined to find his way back to her. Dickensian in scope, with a full cast of riveting characters, Ann Moore&’s &’Til Morning Light is the stunning conclusion to the enthralling story of Gracelin O&’Malley, a heroine for the ages.
'Til The World Ends (Blood of Eden #0.5)
by Ann Aguirre Julie Kagawa Karen DuvallNew York Times bestselling and critically acclaimed authors Julie Kagawa, Ann Aguirre and Karen Duvall imagine what it takes to survive in a world where everything you know-and love-is about to disappear...forever.DAWN OF EDEN BY JULIE KAGAWABefore The Immortal Rules, there was Red Lung, a relentless virus determined to take out all in its path. For Kylie, the miracle of her survival is also her burden-as a doctor at one of the clinics for the infected, she is forced to witness endless suffering. What's worse, strange things are happening to the remains of the dead, and by the time she befriends Ben Archer, she's beginning to wonder if a global pandemic is the least of her problems....THISTLE & THORNE BY ANN AGUIRREAfter a catastrophic spill turns the country into a vast chemical wasteland, those who could afford it retreated to fortresses, self-contained communities run by powerful corporations. But for Mari Thistle, life on the outside-in the Red Zone-is a constant struggle. To protect her family, Mari teams up with the mysterious Thorne Goodman. Together, they'll face an evil plot in both the underworld of the Red Zone and the society inside the fortresses that could destroy those on the outside...for good.SUN STORM BY KAREN DUVALLSarah Daggot has been chasing storms since she was a child. But after the biggest solar flares in history nearly destroy the planet, she becomes a Kinetic, endowed by her exposure to extreme radiation with the power to sense coming storms-in the cosmos and beyond. And she's not the only one. Sarah believes the Kinetics are destined to join forces and halt the final onslaught of the sun. She'll vow to keep trying to convince the one missing link in their chain of defense, the enigmatic Ian Matthews, up until the world ends.
'Til There Was You
by Kathleen EagleFor Mariah Crawford, the consequences of her brief, impulsive interlude with a captivating stranger were undeniable: her career was over before it had even begun. A pregnant skier didn't stand a chance of making the Olympics. For Seth Cantrell, a ranger's solitary life was the perfect way of escaping his dark past and avoiding all present entanglements. But he was a man, with a man's needs, and his one night with a mystery woman still haunted his dreams. Two lives had been changed by the creation of a child. Could one short night of passion possibly become a never- ending future of love?
'Til the End of Time: A Loveswept Classic Romance (Sedikhan #10)
by Iris Johansen#1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen delivers the thrilling, sexy story of a tough-as-nails woman who must learn to trust the man who has sworn to protect her--and love her--at all costs. As the rebel leader of the revolution in his beloved country of Tamrovia, Sandor Karpathan is prepared to do whatever it takes for his cause--including kidnapping Alessandra Ballard, a beautiful American woman who's been targeted for murder. But Sandor soon discovers that protecting his hostage will be far more difficult than he imagined . . . especially when all he can think about is feeling Alessandra's sinfully curvy body pressed against his. Forced to fend for herself from a young age, Alessandra can handle whatever comes her way. She doesn't need to be protected by an arrogant revolutionary. Though Sandor gives her no other choice but to flee with him, Alessandra refuses to let him in even as he tries to save her life. Yet sharing such close quarters weakens her resolve against her irresistible captor. And when Sandor's enemies catch up to them, their only hope of staying alive is for Alessandra to surrender her trust--and her heart. Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from these Loveswept titles: Trying to Score, Flirting with Disaster, and Long Simmering Spring.
'Tis The Season
by Robyn CarrTogether for the first time in one volume, two classic holiday stories—plus a bonus novella!—from #1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr <P> 'Tis the season for family, friendship and the thrill of a holiday romance… <P> Under the Christmas Tree <P> With snow falling over the redwood forests, secluded Virgin River is the ideal place to spend the holidays. Each year, the close-knit community gathers in the town square to decorate and light a massive tree. Carols are sung, hot chocolate is shared—and a surprise left under the Christmas tree is about to bring two special people together! <P> Midnight Confessions <P> Holiday kisses don't end with Christmas—there's still the New Year's Eve party at Jack's Bar to attend. Locals and newcomers alike find themselves eager for that special countdown…and that midnight kiss. <P> So join us in Virgin River this year, where Robyn Carr's trademark humor, warmth and sincerity will have you celebrating the festive season in your favorite mountain town.
'Tis The Season (A Virgin River Novel)
by Robyn CarrRevisit Virgin River with two beloved holiday stories from #1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr. Included is the bonus novella Backward Glance-available digitally for the first time. 'Tis the season for family, friendship and the thrill of a holiday romance... Under the Christmas Tree With snow falling over the redwood forests, secluded Virgin River is the ideal place to spend the holidays. Each year, the close-knit community gathers in the town square to decorate and light a massive tree. Carols are sung, hot chocolate is shared-and a surprise left under the Christmas tree is about to bring two special people together! Midnight Confessions Holiday kisses don't end with Christmas-there's still the New Year's Eve party at Jack's Bar to attend. Locals and newcomers alike find themselves eager for that special countdown...and that midnight kiss. So join us in Virgin River this year, where Robyn Carr's trademark humor, warmth and sincerity will have you celebrating the festive season in your favorite mountain town.
'Tis the Season
by Alison Roberts Carole Mortimer Natalie AndersonSnowbound with the Billionaire by Carole MortimerThe last person Caro Montgomery expects at Christmas is her estranged sexy, super-wealthy husband. But this is no accidental meeting. . . . Jake is back for good--to win back his wife and baby! Caro is determined to refuse. . . but a heavy snowstorm on Christmas Eve may change her plans!"Twins for Christmas" by Alison RobertsDr. Rory McCulloch returned to St. Bethal's Hospital to discover a truly special gift--twins! Pregnant, Kate has come to terms with being a single mom, until the man she loves walks through her E. R. doors. Now she and Rory are snowbound together, on one of their toughest cases yet. "The Millionaire's Mistletoe Mistress" by Natalie AndersonImogen's new boss, Ryan Taylor, is demanding, infuriating and gorgeous. But she's been burnt by a colleague before, and she's not about to commit the same mistake. . . no matter how tempted. However, making Imogen his mistress by Christmas is at the top of Ryan's list!
'Tis the Season
by Debbie Macomber Lisa JacksonIn "Christmas Masquerade" by Debbie Macomber, a kiss changes everything. In "Snowbound" by Lisa Jackson, a man will go to any length to keep his woman safe.
'Tis the Season
by Judith ArnoldEvan Myers, divorced father of two, needs a baby-sitter fast to get him through a work crunch just before Christmas. He also needs a few Daddy School lessons to help him cope with his kids--their secrecy and odd behavior have really got him scratching his head. Beautiful, bewitching Filomena Albright can certainly assist Evan with child care for the kids. And a whole lot more, if he dares take the chance. Trouble is, both Evan and Filomena are reluctant to acknowledge that the magic between them isn't magic--it's real!
'Tis the Season
by Kathryn QuickSanta quit! Well, Holly Winters' father who plays the beloved character every year at the local mall is quitting the business. Jack Winters has been the shopping mall's Santa for as long as anyone can remember, but this year the unrelenting commercialization of Christmas has him threatening to hang up his red suit. Holly loves Christmas and everything associated with it, and can't imagine a holiday without him. So when her father challenges her to prove him wrong by changing just one indifferent person back to the true spirit of the season, she accepts. But there's a catch. Her father must choose the person. When Jack picks Michael Sutton, the workaholic, bottom-line property manager of the mall, Holly has no choice but to agree. As Holly works to thaw Michael's cold Christmas heart, she finds that he has been hiding a heartbreaking holiday secret that could threaten to ruin everything. On top of that, she's beginning to have a holiday wish of her own--him!
'Tis the Season (The Harrisons #3)
by Jennifer GracenAs the eldest son of the illustrious Harrison clan, Charles Harrison the III has always done the right thing. With his family's legacy to uphold, he can't afford a scandal, even if temptation is living right under his roof. His well-publicized divorce was a disgrace, so Charles is sure an affair with his bewitching nanny would bring his family even more infamy. And yet, he can't resist the alluring Lisette . . . With her usually reserved boss sending her heated looks, Lisette Gardner is in a bind. The nurturing nanny has always loved the eldest Harrison from a distance. But coming from a vastly different world, with a painful past that still haunts her, Lisette is determined to resist Charles's advances. Because Lisette can accept nothing less than forever with Charles . . . and forever might be too much to hope for with the reigning prince of the Harrison clan.
'Tis the Season: An Anthology
by Robyn CarrRevisit Virgin River with two beloved holiday stories from #1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr. Includes the bonus novella Backward Glance! 'Tis the season for family, friendship and the thrill of a holiday romance… Under the Christmas Tree With snow falling over the redwood forests, secluded Virgin River is the ideal place to spend the holidays. Each year, the close-knit community gathers in the town square to decorate and light a massive tree. Carols are sung, hot chocolate is shared—and a surprise left under the Christmas tree is about to bring two special people together! Midnight Confessions Holiday kisses don't end with Christmas—there's still the New Year's Eve party at Jack's Bar to attend. Locals and newcomers alike find themselves eager for that special countdown…and that midnight kiss. So join us in Virgin River this year, where Robyn Carr's trademark humor, warmth and sincerity will have you celebrating the festive season in your favorite mountain town.Previously published.
'Twas the Night After Christmas (The Hellions of Halstead Hall #6)
by Sabrina JeffriesNew York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries&’s &“exceptionally entertaining&” (Booklist) Hellions of Halstead Hall series offers a charming gift of a romance about an unexpected Christmas reunion that&’s sparked by a clever ruse.Pierce Waverly, the Earl of Devonmont, has never forgiven his parents for inexplicably abandoning him to distant relatives as a child. Nevertheless, when he receives word that the stranger he calls &“Mother&” is gravely ill, the unabashed rogue makes a rare return to Montcliff, his country estate. There he finds that the woman is perfectly healthy—and that he has fallen for a cunning ruse crafted by her lady&’s companion, Mrs. Camilla Stuart. The lively vicar&’s widow, too bright and beautiful not to arouse the scoundrel in Pierce, is determined to reconcile the Earl and Lady Devonmont. None of them can predict the secrets, both heartening and shocking, divulged between a mother and son, or between two lovers, each haunted by their pasts, that will make this Christmas night at Montcliff one to remember—and the glorious night after, one to treasure for a lifetime in this &“sharply witty, deliciously sexy&” (Library Journal) romance.
'n Alfa se Domein
by Aj Tipton Ella Du Plooy'n Biljoenêr ysbeer-verwisselaar draai die hitte oop in sy betowerende yshotel. Biljoenêr verwisselaar Ben Broyles word geteister deur sy tragiese verlede. Hy bou 'n betowerende yshotel as 'n toevlugsoord vir die bonatuurlikes in 'n gevaarlike wêreld. Wanneer die bose kabouters wat verantwoordelik was vir sy familie se moord by die hotel inboek, is Ben vasberade om hulle te keer voordat hulle alles vernietig wat hy opgebou het. Met sy hotel en lewe op die spel, moet Ben sy vyande stop voordat dit te laat is. Sally is die kurwerige en bekwame bestuurderes van die Wondernasium Yshotel wat dink dat sy alles kan hanteer. 'n Hele mengelmoes van bonatuurlikes wat vuurballe skiet in die voorportaal? Hanteer. Gaste wat prober die ander gaste opeet? Geen problem nie. Maar daar is een ding wat Sally nie kan hanteer nie: Haar begeerte vir haar baas. Wanneer 'n stomende ontmoeting in Ben se kantoor haar hele wêreld onderstebo keer, moet Sally besluit of sy die towerkrag in haar wil omhels of wegvlug van haar ware self. Dit is 'n paranormale romanse vir volwassenes wat sexy verwisselaars, plofbare towerkrag en 'n werkplek romanse insluit wat so warm is dat dit selfs die koudste hart sal smelt.
'n Amerikaner in Rome
by Claudio RuggeriDie lewe is gemaak vir ontmoetings, in hierdie boek word daar van een so ontmoeting vertel. Dit is 'n eenvoudige storie, een wat tydens 'n somermiddag oor die tafels van 'n kroeg gehoor kan word
'n Kristal Engel
by Dawn Brower’n Dronk belofte van verlowing het Thor se familie teen hom gedraai. Sal Thor Pia se vergifnis verdien en hulle weghardlopende kinders betyds vir Kersfees vind? Na 'n nag van kaarte en drinkery, was Thor se skeurende hoofpyn die minste van sy bekommernisse. Wanneer 'n boodskapper opdaag met 'n kontrak vir hom om te teken, ontdek sy vrou Pia hy het ingestem om hulle seun aan die graaf van Devon se dogter te verloof. Pia is verby woedend en eis dat hy dit regmaak—of anders. Nadat hulle die argument tussen hulle ouers gehoor het, besluit die tweeling Liam en Lily om weg te hardloop uit protes teen die kontrak. Thor en Pia gaan op soek na hulle opstandige kinders voordat iets verskrikliks met hulle gebeur. Sal Thor Pia oortuig om hom te vergewe en die tweeling voor Kersfees te vind, of sal hulle gesin vir altyd uitmekaar val?
'til The Well Runs Dry: A Novel
by Lauren Francis-SharmaLauren Francis-Sharma's 'Til the Well Runs Dry opens in a seaside village in the north of Trinidad where young Marcia Garcia, a gifted and smart-mouthed 16-year-old seamstress, lives alone, raising two small boys and guarding a family secret. When she meets Farouk Karam, an ambitious young policeman, the risks and rewards in Marcia's life amplify forever. On an island rich with laughter, Calypso, Carnival, cricket, beaches and salty air, sweet fruits and spicy stews, the novel follows Marcia and Farouk from their amusing and passionate courtship through personal and historical events that threaten Marcia's secret, entangle the couple and their children in a scandal, and endanger the future for all of them. 'Til the Well Runs Dry tells the twinned stories of a spirited woman's love for one man and her bottomless devotion to her children. For listeners who cherish the previously untold stories of women's lives, here is a story of grit and imperfection and love that has not been told before.
(Don't Mess With) Clear Lake Women
by Linda Hadaway(Don't Mess With) Clear Lake Women.....is a novel about four women. Their bond of family and friendship is tightly woven. They don't take friendship flippantly, or loyalty; neither do they take betrayal lightly, or harm to a loved one. It's about their hopes, and dreams, the relationships they are involved in, and ... hidden secrets of the past. Madison Manning- independent. She struggles with her Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and insecurities about a long lasting relationship. She is the anchor for her friends. Roxy Hunter- strives to be her own woman. Dealing with a self-absorbed mother and an abusive uncle who is dying, Roxy is thankful for her close friends. Love? She is sure it won't happen to her. Jacki Blake- self-reliant; runs her own landscaping business. The only gay woman in the group. She too, would like to find true love, however fears commitment. Sunday Nelson - married to an abusive husband, Duffy. The abuse is growing more severe. Within the story, she carefully begins to form a plan to leave him. Can she do it- and live?