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Jonathan Unleashed
by Meg RosoffThe first adult novel from acclaimed, bestselling author Meg Rosoff, a perfect summer read about a young New Yorker whose career and love life are turned upside down when he starts taking care of his brother's two dogs.Jonathan is a copywriter at Comrade advertising agency, working on the most lucrative and most numbingly tedious account, Broadway Depot. His best friend Max works at the next desk, keeping him sane. Jonathan's girlfriend, Julie, works for Bridal 360, an online wedding magazine. When Julie suggests they get married for a live online wedding feature, Jonathan finds himself on a conveyor belt, hurtling towards the rest of his life. When his brother asks him to look after his dogs, Jonathan begins to see the world around him differently. Could a border collie and a cocker spaniel hold the key to his true happiness? Their sly maneuvering on daily walks and visits to Dr. Clare, the lady vet, suggest that dog sense is several notches higher than human emotional intelligence. A contemporary romantic comedy set in Manhattan, Jonathan Unleashed is as much a love letter to the city as it is a story about tangled relationships, and dogs. Hilarious, wise and heart-warming, Meg Rosoff's novel will touch a nerve with anyone thinking about what they really want to do with their lives, and which eddy they might allow themselves to be caught in.
Jonathan Unleashed: A Novel
by Meg Rosoff"[A] comic masterpiece." --People magazine's "Book of the Week""A charming comedy on love, friendship, and the surprising influence of man's best friend." --Harper's BazaarNational Book Award finalist and bestselling author Meg Rosoff's charming, hilarious new novel about a young New Yorker's search for happiness and the two dogs who help him find it--the perfect summer read Jonathan Trefoil's boss is unhinged, his relationship baffling, and his apartment just the wrong side of legal. His girlfriend wants to marry someone just like him--only richer and with a different sense of humor. He doesn't remember life being this confusing, back before everyone expected him to act like a grown-up. When his brother asks him to look after his dogs, Jonathan's world view begins to shift. Could a border collie and a cocker spaniel hold the key to life, the universe, and everything? Their sly maneuvering on daily walks and visits to the alluring vet suggest that human emotional intelligence may not be top dog after all. A funny, wise romantic comedy set in Manhattan, Jonathan Unleashed is a story of tangled relationships, friendships, and dogs. Rosoff's novel is for anyone wondering what to be when they grow up, and how on earth to get there.From the Hardcover edition.
Jonathan and Amy
by Grace BurrowesWidower Jonathan Dolan knows how to work hard, make money, and dote on his daughter Georgina, but his humble Irish antecedents have not prepared him for the challenge of wooing Amy Ingraham, Georgina's elegant, genteel governess. Just as Amy begins to evidence a shy pleasure in Jonathan's overtures, a distant cousin turns up claiming that Amy is obligated to marry him. Jonathan must be clever, determined, and above all else honorable if he's to win not only Amy's hand, but the respect of a society only too willing to judge him harshly.
Jonquil
by Denise RobinsRoland Charter, described as 'the most fascinating man in London', could have had all the women he wanted. Except one. The one he married.Jonquil's secluded life as the heiress to the Rivers millions was no preparation for his seductive line, and only when she had married him did she discover that his dominating passion was revenge, not love.With unrivalled insight, Denise Robins explores this explosive relationship and lays bare the jealousy and disillusionment of a woman betrayed.
Jonquil
by Denise RobinsRoland Charter, described as 'the most fascinating man in London', could have had all the women he wanted. Except one. The one he married. Jonquil's secluded life as the heiress to the Rivers millions was no preparation for his seductive line, and only when she had married him did she discover that his dominating passion was revenge, not love. With unrivalled insight, Denise Robins explores this explosive relationship and lays bare the jealousy and disillusionment of a woman betrayed.
Jordan
by Lori FosterJordan Sommerville was a healer of helpless animals, rescuer of strays, a man who could seduce a woman with his voice alone. Yet hedidn't use that power often. His brothers kidded that he was holding out for a paragon of virtue and not many in Buckhorn qualified. But then he met Georgia, and broke all his own rules. Georgia Barnes supported herself and her kids as a dancer-an exotic dancer. If Jordan Sommerville didn't like it, he could take a hike. So what if he was the most caring, gentle, desirable man she'd ever known-he was still a man like all the rest. Surely he couldn't be as perfect as he looked-or could he?
Jordan
by Lori FosterIn this fan-favorite story from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster, this Buckhorn brother knows exactly what kind of woman he's going to marry…too bad fate has other plans! Jordan Sommerville is a healer of helpless animals, rescuer of strays, and a man who can seduce a woman with his voice alone. Not that he often does. His brothers like to tease him about holding out for a paragon of virtue, and not many in Buckhorn qualify. But when he meets Georgia, all his rules go straight out the window. Georgia Barnes supports herself and her kids as a dancer—an exotic one. If Jordan Sommerville doesn't like it, he can take a hike. So what if he's the most caring, gentle, desirable man she's ever known—he's still a man like all the rest. Surely he can't be as perfect as he looks—or can he? Originally published in 2000
Jordan (The Pendragon Legacy #3)
by Susan KearneyA DANGEROUS MISSION Vivianne Blackstone devotes herself to her career, putting her love life on hold. Her latest project is a spaceship designed to protect Earth from the deadly Tribes. But its engineer, the alluring Jordan McArthur, now threatens both her job and her wary heart . . . AN UNDENIABLE DESIRE Jordan's past goes back to King Arthur, and he must find the ancient artifact that can save the galaxy. Vivianne's ship is his best hope, but convincing the fiercely independent beauty won't be easy. Especially when the passion flaring between them burns through their defenses - and love is the last thing they need to survive.
Jordan (The\buckhorn Brothers Ser. #4)
by Lori FosterWhen the wrong one comes along Jordan by New York Times Bestselling Author Lori Foster Jordan Sommerville was a healer of helpless animals, a rescuer of strays, a man who could seduce a woman with his voice alone. Yet he didn't use that power often. His brothers joked that he was holding out for a paragon of virtue, and not many in Buckhorn qualified. But then he met Georgia Barnes and broke all his own rules! FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! His Secretary''s Surprise Fiancé by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Joanne Rock Adelaide Thibodeaux has worked for Dempsey Reynaud for years. But when the billionaire football coach suddenly proposes to keep her from resigning, it's a low blow. Just as she's ready to strike out on her own, she's stuck in a fake relationship with her boss. Then Adelaide faces a second blow: she's actually falling for the man! Can a relationship founded on a lie become the real deal?New York Times Bestselling Author Lori Foster
Jordan Major and the Ghost
by Edward KendrickJordan Major is a hit man, an assassin. Call him what you will, he kills people for pay. Soon after his most recent foray, he comes downstairs one morning to find a man he vaguely recognizes in the main room of his virtually impenetrable house. A man, he quickly learns, he killed two years previously.Craig, now a ghost, wants to know who hired Jordan to murder him.What they find out and how they deal with the information will, potentially, set Jordan on a new course. One where he's willing to take out people who deserve his attention, not innocents he’s been hired to kill.At least that's what Craig hopes as he tries to persuade Jordan there are worse things in life than giving up his very lucrative, if highly illegal, occupation. After all, he has his antique store, which brings in more money than he really needs, given what he's stashed in an off-shore bank account.Then NOPD detective Kirk Ireland enters the picture and Jordan's life changes again.
Jordan Reclaimed: A Preload Novel
by Scarlett ColeHe's a rocker, she's a ballerina, they're worlds apart yet just what the other needs. From Scarlett Cole comes Jordan Reclaimed, the first emotional standalone romance that takes readers into the the band Preload.Jordan Steele’s life began when he was ten. When he was taken from his parents and a house that was never a home. When he met his brothers, the other lost and abandoned boys in his group home. When he learned what friendship and family and love looked like.Now he’s made good, touring the world with the band he and his brothers formed in that crowded group home. No one but his found family really knows the man under the fame and fortune, the scars he hides behind the rockstar lifestyle. Until he sees her through the windows of the National Ballet, dancing, and suddenly the world doesn’t seem so dark.Aleksandra Artemov ticks all the ballet boxes. Father a legendary Kirov dancer. Check. Prepping since birth for classical ballet. Check. Compulsive control over the food she eats. Check. Principal dancer at The National Ballet of Canada. Check. But what she craves is freedom.She craves Jordan.Everything about him should terrify her. His size, his tattoos, his edge. But he doesn’t. He stirs her very soul. Jordan has nothing but himself to offer her, and he's never been good enough for anyone. Can he figure out how to face his own demons before he loses his light for good?
Jordan vs. All the Boys
by John GoodeThere’s a time when life changes, when childhood is left behind and the first fumbling steps are taken into adulthood. One group of friends sets out for a summer of adventure and discovery. Jordan, Brandon, Ethan, and Dominic are ready to grow up and test themselves. But will their friendship buckle under the strain as they face the inevitable misunderstandings and conflicts? If they can hang on to their bond, it will see them through to the ultimate victory…. Finding love.
Jordan's Return
by Samantha ChaseNew York Times and USA Today bestseller Samantha Chase's debut novel is a heartwarming story of second chancesWILL ONE SUMMER TOGETHER All Jordan Manning wants is a quiet summer on the Virginia coast with her sons to recover from a near-fatal accident and an abusive relationship. Her plans to find a new direction for her future are turned upside down when she runs into the first man who ever broke her heart...and he's determined to win it back.BE ENOUGH TO HEAL OLD WOUNDS? Rob Tyler thought he'd moved on, but when fate drops a second chance with his first love right in his path, his feelings rush back stronger than ever. Rob is determined to give Jordan the future they should have had years ago, but making up for past mistakes isn't easy...
Jordan's Star
by Gilbert MorrisTwo years after Colin Bryce is lost at sea, his wife, Jordan, marries his best friend--only Colin isn't dead, and now Jordan has to make a choice.
Josefina's Sin
by Claudia H. LongA thrilling and passionate debut about a sheltered landowner's wife whose life is turned upside down when she visits the royal court in seventeenth-century Mexico.When Josefina accepts an invitation from the Marquessa to come stay and socialize with the intellectual and cultural elite in her royal court, she is overwhelmed by the Court's complicated world. She finds herself having to fight off aggressive advances from the Marquessa's husband, but is ultimately unable to stay true to her marriage vows when she becomes involved in a secret affair with the local bishop that leaves her pregnant. Amidst this drama, Josefina finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the intellectual nuns who study and write poetry at the risk of persecution by the Spanish Inquisition that is overtaking Mexico. One nun in particular, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, teaches Josefina about poetry, writing, critical thinking, the nature and consequences of love, and the threats of the Holy Office. She is Josefina's mentor and lynchpin for her tumultuous passage from grounded wife and mother to woman of this treacherous, confusing, and ultimately physically and intellectually fulfilling world.
Josefina's Sin: A Novel
by Claudia H. LongA thrilling and passionate debut about a sheltered landowner's wife whose life is turned upside down when she visits the royal court in seventeenth-century Mexico.When Josefina accepts an invitation from the Marquessa to come stay and socialize with the intellectual and cultural elite in her royal court, she is overwhelmed by the Court's complicated world. She finds herself having to fight off aggressive advances from the Marquessa's husband, but is ultimately unable to stay true to her marriage vows when she becomes involved in a secret affair with the local bishop that leaves her pregnant. Amidst this drama, Josefina finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the intellectual nuns who study and write poetry at the risk of persecution by the Spanish Inquisition that is overtaking Mexico. One nun in particular, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, teaches Josefina about poetry, writing, critical thinking, the nature and consequences of love, and the threats of the Holy Office. She is Josefina's mentor and lynchpin for her tumultuous passage from grounded wife and mother to woman of this treacherous, confusing, and ultimately physically and intellectually fulfilling world.
Josephine
by Melissa Maia Moscoso Amanda MarielLady Josephine Watkins nunca tuvo la intención de dispararle al duque de Constantan. Impulsada por la culpa y determinada a verlo bien, ella se niega a dejar su lado. No podía haber adivinado que el duque diabólico capturaría su corazón. Devon Mowbray, duque de Constantan, llegó a Favershame Abbey por curiosidad. Solo había planeado conocer al conde conocido como la bestia de Favershame, y luego seguir su camino. Él nunca pensó que la bella con temperamento fuerte lo dispararía con su flecha y le robara el corazón en el proceso. A pesar de la magia que quema entre ellos, un secreto peligroso no deja a Devon otra opción más que alejar a Josie. Desconocido para él, ella ya ha descifrado la verdad y se ha vuelto más determinada que nunca a tener su corazón. ¿Su amor es lo suficientemente fuerte como para resistir lo que amenaza mantenerlos separados?
Josephine
by Amanda MarielLady Josephine Watkins hatte den Herzog von Constantan nicht mit ihrem Pfeil treffen wollen. Getrieben von Schuldgefühlen und dem Verlangen, ihn wieder gesunden zu sehen, weigert sie sich, von seiner Seite zu weichen. Niemals hätte sie gedacht, dass der verwegene Herzog ihr Herz stehlen würde. Devon Mowbray, Herzog von Constantan, trieb die Neugier nach Faversham Abbey. Er hatte nur den Earl, besser bekannt als das Biest von Faversham, kennenlernen und danach sofort wieder abreisen wollen. Niemals hätte er ahnen können, dass ihn eine sture Schönheit mit einem Pfeil durchbohren und dabei noch sein Herz stehlen würde. Doch trotz der Magie, die zwischen ihnen beiden herrscht, treibt ein gefährliches Geheimnis Devon dazu, Josie wegzustoßen. Doch ohne sein Wissen hat sie bereits sein Geheimnis erkannt und ist entschlossener denn je, sein Herz zu erobern. Ist ihre Liebe stark genug, um dem Paroli bieten zu können, das sie trennen will? Eine romantische historische Liebesgeschichte in der viktorianischen Zeit, in der eine Bogenschützin unbeabsichtigte Amor spielt.
Josephine (Lady Archer's Creed Ser.)
by Éli Assunção Amanda MarielLady Josephine Watkins nunca planejou atirar no Duque de Constantan. Guiada pela culpa e determinada a vê-lo em plena saúde, ela se recusou a sair do lado dele. O que não imaginava era que o malicioso duque capturaria o seu coração. Devon Mowbray, Duque de Constantan, foi à Favershame Abbey por pura curiosidade. Ele só pretendia dar uma olhada no conde conhecido como a fera de Favershame, e ir embora. Nunca imaginou que uma bela e obstinada mulher fosse acertá-lo com uma flecha e roubar o seu coração. Apesar da mágica entre eles, um delicado segredo forçou Devon a afastar Josie. Mas sem ele saber, ela já tinha descoberto a verdade e ficou ainda mais determinada a conquistar o seu coração. Será que o amor será forte o bastante para resistir ao que ameaça mantê-los separados?
Josephine (Lady Archer's Creed Ser.)
by Ilaria Grandi Myeditor Amanda MarielLady Josephine Watkins non intendeva ferire il duca di Costantan. Spinta dal senso di colpa e determinata a vederlo guarire, si rifiuta di allontanarsi da lui. Ma non ha messo in conto che l'affascinante duca le avrebbe rubato il cuore. Devon Mowbray, duca di Costantan, è in visita a Favershame Abbey per curiosità. Aveva pianificato di incontrare il conte, conosciuto come la "bestia di Favershame", per poi far ritorno a casa. Non avrebbe mai immaginato di essere trafitto da una freccia per mano di una donna bellissima, né che le avrebbe donato il cuore. Nonostante la magia che li tiene avvinti, un pericoloso segreto non lascia a Devon altra scelta che respingere Josie. All'insaputa di lui, lei scoprirà la verità e sarà più determinata che mai ad avere il suo amore. Il loro amore sarà abbastanza forte da resistere a ciò che minaccia di tenerli separati?
Josette (Bayou Bad Boys)
by Kathleen Bittner Roth"An exciting new voice in historical romance." --Anna Campbell, award?winning author of What a Duke Dares"Monsieur Andrews, welcome to my home."At the smoky, velvet sound, Cameron swung around. Every function in his body--heart, breath, blood ceased to function. She was lovely. More than lovely. Tendrils of raven hair framed a face so exquisite, it disarmed him. Her mouth, a soft, dewy pink, parted. And those eyes, as dark as Creole coffee, intelligent and assessing, roamed over him and then back to take hold of his. He needed to step closer, to stroke her skin. To possess her. But would his wealth and worldly experience be a match for the free-spirited Cajun-born widow? Across the oceans, between worlds old and new--two lost souls find themselves at a crossroads.
Josey e Cookie: un Natale un po' speciale
by Sharon Kleve Silvia PiovesanIn un batter d'occhio, Josey ha perso le persone più importanti per lei, i suoi genitori. Un cane da caccia chiamato Cookie, una coppia di tortore americane e un veterinario entusiasta riusciranno a riportare lo spirito natalizio nella vita di Josey in tempo per Natale?
Josh
by Delores FossenReturn to Silver Creek with the scorching story of a Texas lawman who'll risk everything to save his ex-love-and his unborn child... FBI agent turned Texas deputy Josh Ryland is stunned to find pregnant hostages on a routine check for suspicious activity at a remote ranch. Even more shocking is the identity of one of the captives. Five months ago, Josh and FBI special agent Jaycee Finney shared a weekend of passion that ended badly. Now she's in danger-and claims he's her baby's father. Jaycee owes Josh the truth. After her unwitting reckless behavior almost got him killed, the cowboy cop has good reason not to trust her. But with the ruthless mastermind of a black market baby ring gunning for her, it's Jaycee who has to trust Josh with her life...and the life of their child.
Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating
by Christina LaurenA hilarious, warmhearted, and swoonworthy romance about two people who are definitely not dating…no matter how often they end up in bed together, from the New York Times bestselling authors of The Unhoneymooners and Love and Other Words.Hazel Camille Bradford knows she&’s a lot to take—and frankly, most men aren&’t up to the challenge. If her army of pets and thrill for the absurd don&’t send them running, her lack of filter means she&’ll say exactly the wrong thing in a delicate moment. Their loss. She&’s a good soul in search of honest fun. Josh Im has known Hazel since college, where her zany playfulness proved completely incompatible with his mellow restraint. From the first night they met—when she gracelessly threw up on his shoes—to when she sent him an unintelligible email while in a post-surgical haze, Josh has always thought of Hazel more as a spectacle than a peer. But now, ten years later, after a cheating girlfriend has turned his life upside down, going out with Hazel is a breath of fresh air. Not that Josh and Hazel date. At least, not each other. Because setting each other up on progressively terrible double blind dates means there&’s nothing between them...right?
Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating: a laugh out loud romcom from the author of Roomies
by Christina Lauren'Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating is pure joy' Sally Thorne, author of The Hating Game'Writing duo Christina Lauren are my go-to when I'm feeling sad' Beth O'Leary, author of The FlatshareJust friends. Just friends. JUST FRIENDS. If they repeat it enough, maybe it'll be true . . . Hazel Camille Bradford knows she's a lot to take - and frankly, most men aren't up to the challenge. If her army of pets and taste for the absurd don't send them running, her lack of filter and tendency to say exactly the wrong thing will. Their loss. Not everyone can handle a Hazel. Josh Im has known Hazel since college. From the first night they met - when she gracelessly threw up on his shoes - to when she sent him an unintelligible email while in a post-surgical haze, Josh has always thought of Hazel more as a spectacle than a peer. But now, ten years later, after a cheating girlfriend has turned his life upside down, going out with Hazel is a breath of fresh air.Not that Josh and Hazel date. At least, not each other. Because setting each other up on progressively terrible double blind dates means there's nothing between them . . . right?New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren tells the laugh-out-loud, uplifting story of two people who are completely wrong for each other - in all the right ways. ***Find out why readers LOVE Christina Lauren:'Witty and downright hilarious . . . perfect feel-good romantic comedy' Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient'What a joyful, warm, touching book! This is the book to read if you want to smile so hard your face hurts' Jasmine Guillory, New York Times bestselling author of The Proposal'A sexy, hilarious rom-com . . . Perfect for fans of Jasmine Guillory and Sally Thorne' Booklist'Will we ever stop falling in love with Christina Lauren's fictional men? The answer to this is HECK NO' Fangirlish'With exuberant humor and unforgettable characters, this romantic comedy is a standout' Kirkus Reviews'Endearing and hilarious. As per usual Christina Lauren has managed to exceed all expectations. You ladies make me love your characters more with every book you write and I. NEED. MORE' Goodreads Reviewer