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Familia de estrellas
by Danielle SteelUn homenaje de Danielle Steel a las mujeres fuertes que no se dejan vencer por las adversidades. Kait Whittier escribe una columna en una revista femenina por la que se ha ganado el respeto de sus lectoras. Tras dos matrimonios fallidos, quiere evitar las complicaciones de volverse a enamorar. Para ella lo más importante son su trabajo y sus hijos, con los que disfruta enormemente a pesar de que ya están construyendo sus propios caminos. Su vida da un giro inesperado cuando conoce a un productor de Los Ángeles que la anima a escribir para la televisión. Inspirándose en su abuela, una mujer indomable, Kait firma un guion gracias al que se zambulle en el glamuroso mundo de las estrellas. A medida que los secretos de los miembros del reparto empiezan a salir a la luz, la amistad entre ellos crece. Y cuando Kait deba enfrentarse al dolor más grande que una madre pueda imaginar, contará con el apoyo incondicional de esta nueva familia. La crítica ha dicho...«¡Steel es una de las mejores!»Los Angeles Times «Pocas mujeres transmiten el pathos de la vida familiar y material con una empatía tan sincera.»The Philadelphia Inquirer Citas de lectoras y blogs:«Los libros de Danielle Steel aseguran una lectura divertida y relajada.» «¡Me encantó esta historia y, en especial, lo bien que capta el feminismo!»
Familia de Extraños
by Barbara WillisEn los embriagadores primeros meses de 1939, la vida de Eva Thorne se hace añicos para siempre. Es el amanecer de la Segunda Guerra Mundial, pero para los residentes de Fielding la vida continúa de una manera sencilla. Sin embargo, la paranoia y la sospecha empañan el mundo de Eva cuando su amiga más querida simplemente se desvanece y nadie afirma haberla conocido en absoluto. Comenzando a dudar de su propia cordura pero desesperada por encontrar a Annie, Eva conoce a dos misteriosos extraños: la anciana y excéntrica Lola, y el tierno pero distante Gabe. Sin mostrar sorpresa por la historia de Eva, los dos le abren los ojos a un mundo oculto, uno en el que la gente puede perderse y todo recuerdo de ellos es abandonado. Gabe y Lola prometen ayudar a Eva en su búsqueda, pero pronto comienza a sospechar que pueden estar guardando secretos importantes. Una historia reflexiva y conmovedora, Family of Strangers explora lo que significa amar y pertenecer en medio del miedo y la incertidumbre.
La familia maldita
by Carolina AndújarAntigua familia solicita los servicios de INSTITUTRIZ para niños de siete y diez años. AMPLIA REMUNERACIÓN. Una fría mañana de enero de 1894, Lucyna Pawlak parte hacia un destino desconocido en un lujoso coche negro tirado por cuatro hermosos caballos. Aunque el nombre de familia de sus nuevos patrones no le ha sido revelado aún, la curiosidad que la joven mujer siente por las vidas de quienes habitan un antiguo castillo oculto en las montañas polacas, así como el generoso salario que recibirá, son suficientes para animarla a aceptar el trabajo de institutriz. Sin embargo, pronto descubrirá que los integrantes de la familia aristocrática que la emplea tienen hábitos muy extraños y que, a pesar de sus maneras cortesanas, su gran elegancia y singular belleza, un secreto ancestral y un oscuro halo de misterio recaen sobre ellos. Lo quiera o no, Lucyna será parte de un macabro plan en el que la realidad puede resultar más terrible que su imaginación
La familia Walsh A-Z, escrito por Mamá Walsh (e-original #Volumen)
by Marian KeyesMamá Walsh, la madre de las inolvidables hermanas Walsh Claire, Rachel, Margaret, Anna y Helen, protagonistas de cinco novelas de Marian Keyes, nos ofrece sus tiernas, ocurrentes y divertidas opiniones sobre su familia y sobre el mundo. Marian Keyes ha escrito cinco novelas protagonizadas por las hermanas Walsh: conocimos a Claire en Claire se queda sola, a la alocada Rachel en Rachel se va de viaje, a Margaret en Maggie ve la luz, a Anna en ¿Hay alguien ahí fuera? y finalmente a la hermana menor, Helen, en Helen no puede dormir. En forma de diccionario, Mamá Walsh nos cuenta con mucho humor y sin pelos en la lengua lo que opina de sus hijas, sus nietos y un montón de cosas más. Además descubre muchos secretos de la vida más íntima de las hermanas Walsh que nunca han salido en las novelas.
La familia y otros líos
by Marian KeyesLa nueva novela de la inimitable Marian Keyes. «Las horas que paso entre las páginas de cualquier libro de Marian Keyes son un regalo.»ELÍSABET BENAVENT Los Casey son una familia glamurosa y feliz. Johnny Casey, sus hermanos Ed y Liam, sus preciosas e inteligentes mujeres y todos sus hijos pasan mucho tiempo juntos: fiestas de cumpleaños, aniversarios, fines de semana que comparten fuera... Jessie, la mujer de Johnny, se encarga de organizarlo todo porque no hay nada que desee más que crear recuerdos juntos. Pero ¿qué ocurre cuando esos recuerdos no son lo que esperas? Todas las familias esconden secretos, y lo último que quieren es que salgan a la luz. Justo lo que ocurrirá cuando Cara, la mujerde Ed, se dé un golpe en la cabeza y empiece a desvelar la pequeña red de mentiras en la que se sustenta su aparente perfección familiar. La crítica opina sobre la autora...«Simplemente brillante.»Sunday Times «Cuando se trata de escribir libros que no se puedan dejar de leer, que te dibujen una sonrisa en la cara o que te hagan pensar, Keyes es única.»Daily Express «La reina de la ficción femenina inteligente.»Sunday Mirror «Lo que Marian Keyes tiene a raudales, y de lo que muchos de sus imitadores carecen, es una curiosidad apasionada sobre la gente y una gran capacidad de dotar a su escritura de una oralidad que la hace divertida, convincente y verdadera.»The Guardian «Me encantó todo del libro.»Sara Lawrence, Daily Mail
Familiar Adversaries
by Patricia ThayerThanks to a decades-old family feud, Shane Hunter knew Mariah's daddy would never let his precious daughter anywhere near a Hunter-especially the no-good Hunter boy he'd run off years ago. So what's the grown-up beauty now doing on Shane's construction site, stirring up way more trouble than she can possibly handle?One thing for sure, this time Shane wouldn't let anyone run him off. And after working closely with Mariah Easton, he knew that he'd better get ready For The battle of his life. Because he was going roll up his sleeves and do whatever it took to make his way-too-familiar adversary. . . his beloved wife!
Familiar Angel (Familiar Love #1)
by Amy LaneOne hundred and forty years ago, Harry, Edward, and Francis met an angel, a demon, and a sorceress while escaping imprisonment and worse! They emerged with a new family—and shapeshifting powers beyond their wildest dreams. Now Harry and his brothers use their sorcery to rescue those enslaved in human trafficking—but Harry’s not doing so well. Pining for Suriel the angel has driven him to take more and more risks until his family desperately asks Suriel for an intervention. In order for Suriel to escape the bindings of heaven, he needs to be sure enough of his love to fight to be with Harry. Back when they first met, Harry was feral and angry, and he didn’t know enough about love for Suriel to justify that risk. Can Suriel trust in Harry enough now to break his bonds of service for the boy who has loved his Familiar Angel for nearly a century and a half?
Familiar Christmas
by Caroline BurnesFear Familiar--Meet the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking! Kidnapped by a sexy Santa! Sylvie West had stopped believing in Christmas miracles. Then the sexiest Santa she'd ever seen took her captive--and demanded she help him save the holiday! One look in the mystery man's seductive gaze, and her "no" changed to "maybe..." When Hunter Semmes disguised himself to recover sabotaged Christmas toys, he didn't plan on taking a tempting hostage! But now that Sylvie knew his secrets, he couldn't let her go. With the help of a familiar black cat, he'd keep her close--for her own protection. But who would protect Hunter from Sylvie--and the miracle of love?
Familiar Demon (Familiar Love #2)
by Amy LaneFamiliar Love: Book TwoFor over a century, Edward Youngblood has been the logical one in a family of temperamental magical beings. But reason has not made him immune to passion, and Edward’s passion for Mullins, the family’s demon instructor, has only grown. Mullins was lured into hell through desperation—and a fatal mistake. He’s done his best to hang onto his soul in the twisted realm of the underworld, and serving the Youngblood family when summoned has been his only joy. Edward concocts a plan to spring Mullins by collecting a series of items to perform an ancient ritual—an idea that terrifies Mullins. He can’t bear the thought of losing Edward and his brothers to a dangerous quest. But every item in their collection is an adventure in brotherhood and magic, and as Mullins watches from the sidelines, he becomes more and more hopeful that they will succeed. When the time comes for Mullins to join the mission, can he find enough faith and hope to redeem himself and allow himself happiness in the arms of a man who would literally go to hell and back—and beyond—to have Mullins by his side?
Familiar Double
by Caroline BurnesPICTURE PURRRFECTSomeone wanted gorgeous stunt double Nicole Paul out of the picture in more ways than one. Except Familiar, the crime-solving black cat, knew only her rugged boss, Jax McClure, believed she was being framed for a jewel theft. But with Jax's wary heart and Nicole's family secrets, Familiar had his paws full for sure! Yet while the curious cat was a comfort to Nicole, it was Jax's solid, steady presence that she needed to face terrifying accusations. It was in his arms that she found total safety...and simmering passion. But could they prevent the real thief from getting away with murder?
Familiar Escape
by Caroline BurnesFAMILIAR ALWAYS KNOWS BEST!Molly Harper's sister had been killed-and her baby niece had been kidnapped. Now, the only man she could depend on to help her solve the crime-and bring Baby Kate to safety-was Thomas Lakewood.Trouble was, Thomas was the prime suspect. But Molly and Familiar were convinced he was innocent. And in a race against time, could Molly, Thomas and Familiar join forces to clear his name and fi nd Baby Kate before their chances for a future were destroyed forever?
Familiar Fire
by Caroline BurnesA FEAR FAMILIAR MYSTERY THE HEAT WAS ON… Burning, scorching, searing heat—that's what new sheriff Kate McArdle felt every time she encountered Silver City's fire chief, Jake Johnson. Which was often since a rash of arsons was forcing them to work together. Desperate to identify the arsonist, Kate had even hired a crime-solving cat. Trouble was, far more than the cat's name was "Familiar." Kate and Jake shared a sizzling past—one form which Kate had fled years ago. But now, like a moth to a flame, she'd come home…to a man who'd once chosen a ranch over her. To a man she still loved. And to a man who was not only the fire chief—but Kate's chief suspect.
Familiar Lullaby (Fear Familiar)
by Caroline BurnesPatience and calmness under fire always got police detective Mel Haskin what he wanted. But he was fast losing both-because of Lily Markey. The fiery-haired, jade-eyed reporter refused to tell him what she knew about the baby boy who'd appeared on a high-society doorstep. And what she knew could get her killed.So Mel vowed to stick to Lily as closely as the black cat who followed her everywhere. Because his badge demanded it...or was it his heart?
Familiar Mirage
by Caroline BurnesLORD OF THE DESERTProud and fierce as the windswept sands he ruled, Omar Dukhan was sworn to protect his people and to guard their ancient secret.To keep lovely scientist Beth Bradshaw from exposing it, he became her desert guide. But when Beth's life was threatened, Omar swept her to his desert hideaway and into his protection-with a little help from a strange black cat!Falling for her mysterious guide had been foolish. Falling for a desert king was hopeless.Yet Beth's desire for Omar knew no rules.Whoever he was, she was his to command-for as long as he kept her alive....
Familiar Oasis
by Caroline BurnesDESERT CAPTIVEAmelia Corbet rushed into the desert to save her sister and wound up a captive! But not for long. First a strange black cat appeared, followed by a dark rescuer with the eyes of a hawk and a fierce embrace that stirred her deepest longings. But was Harad Dukhan's intent to save her-or to capture Amelia for himself?The city-bred beauty was a thorn in Harad's side-until he held her in his arms. Now he couldn't let her go. Amelia was a pawn in a deadly plot against his family. If keeping her near would save her life, this desert captive might yet become his desert bride!
Familiar Obsession
by Caroline BurnesJoin the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking, in his 13th adventure! Every night, he slipped into her dreams Millionaire Duke Masonne had vanished years ago and was presumed dead. But Liza Hawkins never forgot her lover's face, his touch, and never gave up hope he would return. She saw Duke everyone-in her dreams, her paintings...and now, in crowded rooms. Friends feared she might be going crazy, but a little black cat meowed otherwise... Duke had come to reclaim a past he couldn't remember from a villain he wouldn't recognize. Only the sultry heat of Liza's kisses seemed familiar. For a future with Liza, Duke had to draw his enemy into the open-and expose the truth about the night he disappeared.
Familiar or Not
by PelaamJulen might be a witch, but Halloween is too commercial for his tastes these days. When his Aunt Cassandra learns that Julen likes their new neighbour Aleck, she can't resist trying to bring them together, and invites Aleck to a Halloween soiree. But she interferes a little too much.To Julen's delight, he and Aleck seem made for one another. Until he discovers his Aunt's involement. Heartbroken to think what he shared with Aleck isn't real, Julen runs away to a mountain cabin to get over the hurt.When the truth comes out, can Cassandra and her familiar Wiley get Julen and Aleck back together before it's too late?
Familiar Showdown
by Caroline BurnesGood thing I have nine lives. . . . But it's too bad Stephanie Ryan doesn't have as many lives as me. The humanoid horse gentler is up to her pretty neck in trouble--thanks to drifter cowboy Johnny Kreel. He shows up, and just like that, someone tries to kill her. Stranded on her ranch in Nowhere, South Dakota, she's a sitting duck. I'll just bet my next meal that dark-side Johnny knows more than he's telling. And unless my green eyes deceive me, are those sparks between them? Good thing for Stephanie I'm Familiar, Black Cat Detective. I haven't met a case I couldn't solve. . . yet.
Familiar Stranger
by Michele HaufRecruited by a secret paranormal organization to hunt demons, Jack Harris never guessed the revenge he sought for his partner's death would be this complicated. Jack's worldview is black-and-white--until he is ordered to follow Mersey Bane, a beautiful woman who is also a familiar with shape-shifting abilities. Mersey belongs to the Cadre--a peaceful hermetic order that captures and studies Otherworldly Entities--which is at odds with Jack's organization. As Jack delves deeper into the inner workings of the Cadre, he finds himself drawn to Mersey like a moth to a flame. She may challenge all his beliefs, but she brings color and passion to his world. Jack doesn't know whether what he feels for Mersey is love or lust. But if he doesn't figure it out soon, they may become the hunted instead of the hunters.
Familiar Stranger
by Sharon SalaRediscover one of Sharon Sala's fan‐favorite romances from the classic miniseries A Year of Loving Dangerously, where passion rules and nothing is what it seems… THE AGENT: SPEAR's top gun, a man deeply shrouded in mystery. THE MISSION: To find his heart again before he fights his last battle. THE SOUL‐WRENCHING REUNION: Once he holds Cara Justice in his arms, will he ever let her go? David Wilson was the only man she had ever loved. The father of her child. The soldier Cara Justice believed dead. Now he was back, older, yet just as ruggedly handsome as he'd been years ago, when they'd said goodbye. Passion drove them together again, though duty tore them apart. For he had one final battle, and he would either fight to the death or return home a hero, ready to claim his woman once and for all. Originally published in 2001
Familiar Stranger (Year of Loving Dangerously #12)
by Sharon SalaHe was the only man Cara Justice had ever loved. The father of her child. The soldier she believed dead. Now he was back, older, yet just as ruggedly handsome as he'd been years ago, when they'd said goodbye. Passion drove them together again, though duty tore them apart. For he had one final battle, and he would either fight to the death - or return home a hero, ready to claim his woman once and for all.
Familiar Stranger: A Thrilling Military Romance (A Year of Loving Dangerously #12)
by Sharon SalaWill finding their lost love be the hardest battle he's fought so far? Find out in this thrilling military romance from New York Times bestselling author, Sharon Sala.Cara Justice lives a very content and happy life with her grown daughter and grandchildren. Until David Wilson, the soldier she believed dead, comes back to disrupt the calm in her life. David is the only man Cara has ever loved—he is also the father of her child. This time, tired of working secret missions for the U.S. military and wanting more in life, David comes to reconnect with his first and only love. And, although the passion drives them back together, his duty gets in the way… again. He chose his passion for military service forty years ago, but now he must fight a final mission for the happily ever after that both him and Cara deserve.Previously published.
Familiar Stranger (Mills And Boon Intrigue Ser. #12)
by Sharon SalaHe can’t let her go this time…Familiar Stranger by New York Times bestselling author Sharon SalaAgent David Wilson is the only man Cara Justice has ever loved. The father of her child. The soldier she believes dead. Now he’s back, just as ruggedly handsome as he’d been when they’d said goodbye. Passion drives them together again, though duty tears them apart. For he has one final battle, and he’ll either fight to the death or return home a hero, ready to claim his family once and for all.FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Collecting Evidence by USA TODAY bestselling author Rita HerronThe first thing FBI agent Dylan Acevedo remembers when he sees Aspen Meadows again is their passionate week together. But Aspen has no memory of him, the murder she’d witnessed or that he could be the father of her infant son. Collecting evidence always keeps Dylan working long hours. But now he has a lot more reasons to come home. And a lot more to lose.
Familiar Stranger in Clear Springs (Heroes of San Diego)
by Kathryn AlbrightBack in the officer's arms... Four years ago, Tom Barrington shared a connection with Elizabeth Morley that was like nothing he had ever experienced. But as a solitary soldier, he knew marriage was out of the question. So when he strolls back into her life, Elizabeth can't believe it. He once broke her heart, and now he's back-more irresistible than ever! And when the dangers of Tom's lifestyle catch up with him, the question remains: can he be the safe harbor she craves?
