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Houseboat on the Nile (Spy vs. Spook #1)
by TinneanSpy vs. Spook: Book OneMark Vincent is WBIS--Washington Bureau of Intelligence and Security. Quinton Mann is staunchly CIA. Mark thinks the CIA is full of dilettantes who leave him and the rest of the WBIS to clean up their messes. Quinn thinks most WBIS agents are sociopathic loose cannons. So they don't exactly get along. Of course, just because they don't like each other doesn't mean they can't play mind games on each other. Or sleep together. But when an explosion at Mark's apartment sends Quinn to the morgue to ID a body, he has to reevaluate his position on denial.
Houseboat on the Nile (Spy vs. Spook #1)
by TinneanQuinton Mann is CIA through and through. Mark Vincent is WBIS for life. There is no way they could end up as anything other than adversaries -- and yet, Quinn takes Mark out to dinner on his birthday -- the one no one is supposed to know about -- and gives him one hell of a present in the restaurant's restroom. Mark, not to be outdone, has decided to escalate this game, because it has to be a game, right? There's no way it can be anything else.But as the game continues, as Quinn shows up to a WBIS funeral, as a friend of Mark’s penetrates the CIA computer network to get information on Quinn, as Mark breaks into Quinn's house and gives Quinn a very interesting encounter, both Quinn and Mark realize that this is becoming the most real thing in their lives.Can they find a way to do their jobs and keep this surprising, intriguing connection?
Housebound
by Anne StuartSomeone had invited Noah Grant to the family's home, but who? All Anne Kirkland knew was that the man looked like a tall Celtic Gypsy, with that dark skin, the blue, blue eyes and the wildly curling black hair--and he made her hot under the collar. . . and a few other places! His presence, brimming with masculine sex appeal, invaded her sense of security and peace. So who was he? And why was he intent on seducing her. . . before the weekend was through?
Housebroke
by Jaci BurtonA millionaire and a woman who thinks he's a house flipper are stuck living in a house together with a menagerie of rescue dogs as roommates, in this heartfelt romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton.After her ex took all their money and bailed, Hazel Bristow is left broke and homeless. A kind friend whose home is on the market lets Hazel and her foster dogs stay there until it sells. It&’s the perfect setup, until her friend forgets to tell Hazel she&’s sold the house.Linc Kennedy is shocked to find Hazel and her pups squatting in the house he just bought, but after some negotiating—she offers to cook amazing meals for him in return for a paycheck—he agrees to let her remain while he&’s renovating the place. Linc tells Hazel he&’s an investor who renovates homes for fun—he just leaves out the part about being wealthy.Hazel&’s intrigued by Linc. He&’s funny, sweet, ridiculously hot, and loves dogs almost as much as she does. But her track record with men? Not great. She worries her trust meter isn&’t in working order.Linc&’s never met anyone like the quirky beauty who puts everyone&’s needs—human and canine—before her own. He didn&’t tell her about his wealth because he&’s been burned by women who only wanted him for his money. But with Hazel, he&’s never felt more like himself. Now he has to figure out how to tell her the truth without losing her. Because Linc realizes what he feels for her isn't puppy love—it's true love.
Housebroke: A stuck together rom-com filled with humour and heart
by Jaci BurtonIf you love Holly Martin, Sarah Morgan and Jill Shalvis, you'll love Jaci Burton!'Always sexy, romantic and charming' JILL SHALVIS'The characters leap off the page and the romance sparkles' Romantic TimesA millionaire and a woman who thinks he's a house flipper are stuck living together with a menagerie of rescue dogs, in this heartfelt romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton.After her ex took all their money and bailed, Hazel Bristow is left broke and homeless. A friend whose home is on the market lets Hazel and her foster dogs stay there until it sells. It's the perfect setup, until her friend forgets to tell Hazel she's sold the house! Linc Kennedy is shocked to find Hazel squatting in the house he just bought, but after some negotiating, he agrees she can stay while he's renovating the place. Linc tells Hazel he's an investor who renovates homes for fun-but having been burned in the past by women who have only wanted his money, he leaves out that he's also extremely wealthy... Hazel's intrigued by sweet, funny Linc. But her track record with men isn't great, and trust doesn't come easy. Linc's never met anyone like the quirky beauty who puts everyone's needs before her own. But can he figure out how to tell Hazel the truth without losing her?For more fun romance by Jaci Burton, why not try the Boots and Bouquets series, for the best combination of cowboys and weddings! Discover:The Best Man PlanThe Engagement ArrangementThe Accidental Newlywed GameAnd look out for The Backup Bride Proposal, coming soon!
Houseful of Strangers
by Linda BarrettWhen a broken arm forces Dr. Eric Mitchell to hire temporary help, the veterinarian who arrives on his doorstep takes him by surprise. Physically, Alison Truesdale seems too fragile. Emotionally, her smile never quite reaches her eyes- especially around his son. The boy, Eric soon discovers, reminds her of a past she can't outrun. By the time he finds a runaway hiding in his barn, Eric has started to accept the unexpected. Because the teen shows him the way to Alison's heart, and helps him see that his house full of strangers could make a perfect home. Single FatherSometimes he gets things right. Sometimes he needs a little help-
Housekeeper Under the Mistletoe
by Cara ColterMaid for the millionaire? Angelica Witherspoon is hopeful that a housekeeping job is the fresh start she's been looking for. Until she arrives at the remote lakeside mansion full of enthusiasm and has the door slammed in her face! Reclusive millionaire Jefferson Stone clearly stated chatterboxes need not apply, but Angelica is tenacious, and reluctantly he gives her a trial. Recently widowed, Jefferson has cut himself off from the world, but Angelica's warmth and stunning smile are tempting him to step out of the shadows and sweep her under the mistletoe!
Housekeeper at His Beck and Call
by Susan StephensLieutenant Cade Grant is rugged and gorgeous, but his heart is as hard as they come. Innocent Liv needs work fast; if she has to be housekeeper to the brooding lieutenant then so be it!Soon Cade wants his virginal maid between his sheets, not washing them. The job vacancy's now in his bed--and Cade'll teach her all she needs to know. . . .
Housekeeper in the Headlines (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Chantelle ShawReunited by front-page news, bound by a shocking revelation! USA TODAY bestselling author Chantelle Shaw’s secret baby romance is steeped in passion and scandal.The tabloids revealed her shocking secret… He’ll reignite their extraordinary desire!Carlos Segarra: tennis legend, businessman…father! At least that’s what the headlines tell him. Now the steel-hearted Spaniard has no choice. He must find the unforgettable woman at the center of the story and demand answers!Onetime housekeeper Betsy Miller chose to keep her son from Carlos. Their one night is scorched onto her heart…and so is the way Carlos dismissed their life-changing encounter. But his return leaves Betsy—and the world!—wondering what the next headline will read…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Housekeeping
by Kim Fielding K. C. KellyWhen Nicky Hauser walks in on his restaurant-owner boyfriend having sex with a waiter, Nicky loses his lover, his job, and his home all in one night. Although he's nearly thirty, he's never settled on a true career, and he has nothing to show for his years with Tom. Depressed and unable to find work, Nicky ends up couch-surfing with friends until he lands a house-sitting gig for a wealthy family. When Nicky's clients discover that he loves to clean, demand for his services skyrockets. Word of mouth leads him to Spencer Cartwright, a busy computer consultant and a slob. Spencer and his wife divorced when he came out, but he's never found the time or courage to settle down with a man. As Nicky sets Spencer's house to rights, the two men find friendship. But Nicky's past experiences make him wary of risking everything on love.
Housemaid Heiress
by Elizabeth BeaconHeiress's Diversions An heiress, thinks spoiled Miss Alethea Hardy, should rise late, dress elegantly and marry well. Housemaid's Duties A far cry from her new responsibilities--up at dawn to fetch and carry for her betters! In running away from a repulsive proposal, Thea has ruined herself. Until she meets Marcus Ashfield, Viscount Strensham, who seems to see the beautiful woman behind the dowdy uniform. Such a devastatingly handsome, arrogant lord can't be interested in a lowly maid. . . can he? Upstairs, Downstairs. . . The secret life of the Regency servant!
Housemates
by Terry EssigGetting married and setting up a home with Mr. Right was the last thing on Candace Barr's mind. So why was she buying a house with Mr. Wrong--her office rival, Michael Cane? For an investment, Candy told herself: fix up the old heap and sell it for a profit. Trouble was every repair brought a battle with Michael--and evermore exciting ways to make up! Then a twist of fate had the pair living together--under one leaky roof.... And soon Candy started having the craziest daydreams. Like fantasies of her handsome housemate, carrying her over the threshold!
Housewrights
by Art CorriveauSet in a small Vermont town in the early decades of the twentieth century, Housewrights tells the story of Lily Willard, the town librarian, and her relationship with Oren and Ian Pritchard, housewrights who roam New England building houses for others though they themselves are homeless. Lily first meets the twins when they are children, and the boys arrive with their father to build Lily's family a new farmhouse. Ten years later, Oren returns for Lily. He asks her to marry him. She agrees, if he will settle down-for the first time in his life. Always lurking, though, is the question of Ian, off fighting the Great War. But when he returns, shell-shocked and wounded, Lily welcomes him into their home. Eyebrows are raised only silently at this unusual household, until one evening at the Grange Hall dance the three take a heady, impetuous waltz together-with practically the entire town watching. Rich in detail and emotion, this unforgettable novel marks the debut of a singular storyteller who writes with extraordinary beauty, depth, and clarity. .
Houston, We Have A Problem
by Erin MccarthyUse As Directed, For As Long As It TakesDr. Houston Hayes has never had trouble maintaining his professional distance. . .until he meets resident Josie Adkins. Every time she drops a chart in his presence, he's treated to a view that makes him extremely interested in her bones. Jumping them, that is. For a man who prides himself on control at all times, this is a problem. . .All her life, Josie has wanted to be a surgeon. But how can she do that while she's suffering from the debilitating Dr. Hayes Induced Dropping Medical Equipment Syndrome? And then Dr. Hayes prescribes a cure: one night of sheet-burning passion to erase the tension for both of them. But only one night. . .he won't need more than that. . .Suddenly, Josie has her mission--a chance to prove to the arrogant Dr. Hayes that one night with her will never be enough. And soon, both doctors may be falling into a desire deeper than any they've ever known. . .
Houston, We Have A Problem
by Erin MccarthyUse As Directed, For As Long As It TakesDr. Houston Hayes has never had trouble maintaining his professional distance. . . until he meets resident Josie Adkins. Every time she drops a chart in his presence, he's treated to a view that makes him extremely interested in her bones. Jumping them, that is. For a man who prides himself on control at all times, this is a problem. . . All her life, Josie has wanted to be a surgeon. But how can she do that while she's suffering from the debilitating Dr. Hayes Induced Dropping Medical Equipment Syndrome? And then Dr. Hayes prescribes a cure: one night of sheet-burning passion to erase the tension for both of them. But only one night. . . he won't need more than that. . . Suddenly, Josie has her mission--a chance to prove to the arrogant Dr. Hayes that one night with her will never be enough. And soon, both doctors may be falling into a desire deeper than any they've ever known. . .
Houx et Amour (Le scandale rencontre l'amour #7)
by Amanda MarielLa magie du houx réunira-t-elle Joséphine et Ace pour un Noël inoubliable ? Lorsque Joséphine et Ace sont envoyés en mission pour trouver toutes les décorations nécessaires en vue d’un bal de Noël au Fortuna, ils trouvent plus que ce qu'ils avaient prévu. Mais une couturière et un videur de salle de jeu peuvent-ils trouver l'amour ensemble ? Laissez-vous tenter par ce court récit de Noël, dès aujourd’hui.
Hover: A Novel
by Anne A. Wilson“A memorable heroine thrown into a unique, exhilarating setting with an equally heart-pounding love interest. . . . thrilling, romantic, [and] cinematic.” —Michelle Gable, New York Times–bestselling author of A Paris ApartmentHelicopter pilot Lt. Sara Denning steps into her brother’s shoes after his tragic death and joins a navy battle group, despite her fear of water. Sara’s philosophy is simple—blend in, be competent, and above all, never do anything to stand out as a woman in a man’s world.Somewhere along the way, Sara lost herself—her feminine, easygoing soul is now buried under so many defensive layers, she can’t reach it anymore.When she meets strong, self-assured Lt. Eric Marxen, her defenses start to falter. Eric coordinates flight operations for a Navy SEAL team that requests Sara as the exclusive pilot. This blatant show of favoritism causes conflict with the other pilots. It doesn’t help that her interactions with Eric leave her reeling.Soon the training missions become real, and Sara must overcome her fears before they plunge her into danger. When Sara’s life is on the line, can she find her true self again and follow the orders of her heart before it is too late?Anne A. Wilson’s Hover is a thrilling, emotional women’s journey written by a groundbreaking former navy pilot.“An engaging new voice, crackling with authenticity.” —CJ Lyons, New York Times–bestselling author of Farewell to Dreams“Wilson offers a must-read that merges suspense, intrigue, and romance in a dynamic setting.” —Library Journal“Tightly written training scenes make for a smart, absorbing thriller.” —Kirkus Reviews“Wilson’s experience as an active-duty U.S. Navy helicopter pilot brings a nuanced perspective to her thrilling debut.” —Booklist
How (Not) to Ask a Boy to Prom
by S. J. Goslee“If you're looking for a novel to fill the To All The Boys I've Loved Before-shaped hole in your heart, this is the book for you.” —Camille Perri, author of When Katie Met CassidyHow (Not) to Ask a Boy to Prom is a modern gender-bent young adult rom com from S. J. Goslee.Nolan Grant is sixteen, gay, and very, very single.He's never had a boyfriend, or even been kissed. It's not like Penn Valley is exactly brimming with prospects. Nolan plans to ride out the rest of his junior year drawing narwhals, working at the greenhouse, and avoiding anything that involves an ounce of school spirit.Unfortunately for him, his adoptive big sister has other ideas. Ideas that involve too-tight pants, a baggie full of purple glitter, and worst of all: a Junior-Senior prom ticket.A 2020 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults pickA 2020 ALA Rainbow List PickA 2020 Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Books of the Year Pick
How (Not) to Find a Boyfriend
by Allyson ValentineA funny and smart romantic comedy about getting the guy. . . and finding yourself. Sophomore Nora Fulbright is the most talented and popular new cheerleader on the Riverbend High cheer squad. Never mind that she used to be queen of the nerds--a chess prodigy who answered every question first, aced every test and repelled friends at every turn--because this year, Nora is determined to fully transition from social pupa to full blown butterfly, even if it means dumbing down her entire schedule. But when funny, sweet and very cute Adam moves to town and steals Nora's heart with his untra-smarts and illegally cute dimple, Nora has a problem. How can she prove to him that she's not a complete airhead? Allyson Valentine has created a story so full of enamoring characters, pitch-perfect humor, and delightfully frustrating romance that it will leave you cheering. Great for fans of Stephanie Perkins's Anna and the French Kiss, Susanne Colosanti and Sarah Dessen. Praise for HOW (NOT) TO FIND A BOYFRIEND "Great characters and plenty of plot twists and turns add to the appeal of this lighthearted love story." -Voice of Youth Advocates "In Valentine's sassy debut, readers will groan as Nora messes everything up, and may grow frustrated with her choices ("For a smart girl you've had a pretty solid run of stupid"), but if they relate to her plight, they will find her funny, too." -Booklist "Valentine offers a book about honoring the truth, following one's bliss, and being oneself that avoids being saccharine or overly prescriptive." -Publishers Weekly
How A Lucky Farmer Wife Gets Rich: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Rou BaoAs soon as he opened his eyes, he became a little widow with a little bun that hugged her leg and called her mother.His family was scattered all over the place, and he suddenly felt that the Yali Mountain was very big.In order to raise the steamed buns, she had to rack her brains to earn a lot of money.But in the blink of an eye, his son had hugged the leg of a man he hadn't seen for long.
How A Lucky Farmer Wife Gets Rich: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Rou BaoAs soon as he opened his eyes, he became a little widow with a little bun that hugged her leg and called her mother.His family was scattered all over the place, and he suddenly felt that the Yali Mountain was very big.In order to raise the steamed buns, she had to rack her brains to earn a lot of money.But in the blink of an eye, his son had hugged the leg of a man he hadn't seen for long.
How A Lucky Farmer Wife Gets Rich: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Rou BaoAs soon as he opened his eyes, he became a little widow with a little bun that hugged her leg and called her mother.His family was scattered all over the place, and he suddenly felt that the Yali Mountain was very big.In order to raise the steamed buns, she had to rack her brains to earn a lot of money.But in the blink of an eye, his son had hugged the leg of a man he hadn't seen for long.
How A Lucky Farmer Wife Gets Rich: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Rou BaoAs soon as he opened his eyes, he became a little widow with a little bun that hugged her leg and called her mother.His family was scattered all over the place, and he suddenly felt that the Yali Mountain was very big.In order to raise the steamed buns, she had to rack her brains to earn a lot of money.But in the blink of an eye, his son had hugged the leg of a man he hadn't seen for long.
How Are We Going to Explain This: Our Future on a Hot Earth
by Jelmer MommersTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'At a time when despair, malign fabrication and partisanship are combining to prevent vital action, How Are We Going To Explain This is a much-needed, joyful, clear and practical companion. Read this - it could save your planet. Give it to your friends and colleagues - it's their planet, too.' A.L. Kennedy 'There's a new story in the making, one in which the consequences of our actions add up - and every contribution is meaningful.' If climate change is the biggest threat humanity has ever faced, then why are we doing so little? Will the corona pandemic make it worse or better? And where do we go from here? Drawing on the latest climate science, Jelmer Mommers helps you find hope in the midst of the climate crisis. He describes how we got here, what possible futures await us, and how you can help to truly make a difference. 'Climate change is a story so often told in the future tense. But Mommers roots it firmly in the present. The problem, the consequences and the solution - right here, right now.' Leo Hickman, editor of Carbon Brief
How Beauty Met the Beast
by Jax GarrenBook one in Tales of the Underlight The Beast Scarred. Damaged. Living with a terrible secret. Agent of the Underlight Wesley "Hauk" Haukon has nothing left but the fight for liberty against the oppressive Order of Ananke. He's starting to lose hope...and then he sees her.The Beauty Despite her night job as a burlesque dancer, grad student Jolie Benoit has always played the mostly good girl. That all changes following a scorching sexual encounter with a stranger whose face she doesn't see. After she's kidnapped by thugs and rescued by a man with a very familiar voice, Jolie becomes a pawn in a struggle she never knew existed. Hauk knows he cannot have her, and resolves to protect his heart and his secrets. But as they work together and grow closer, he finds new reason to keep fighting. Dare he risk hope in a new life, one where Jolie can see past his ravaged face and where their friendship can grow into something more?38,000 words The trilogy continues in How Beauty Saved the Beast.