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A Street Café Named Desire
by R J GouldWhen David meets Bridget at a school reunion, he unexpectedly finds himself falling for her. With problems at work and a failing marriage, David feels he's going nowhere, and mysterious, enigmatic Bridget draws him out of his shell. He's overjoyed when, against all odds, she returns his interest - but what is it in her past that makes her reluctant to reveal her true feelings? As their relationship progresses, David starts to think he may realise his dreams - but will he get everything he's ever wanted, or is it all too good to be true? A Street Cafe Named Desire is a humorous yet thought-provoking view of contemporary relationships and the difficulties people face as they take unexpected new paths once the first flush of youth is over.
A Street Shaken by Light: The Story of William Neilson, Volume I
by James Buchan'An epic voyage well worth taking ... Exhilarating' Marianka Swain, TelegraphOne of Britain's outstanding historical writers delivers a romantic and picaresque masterpiece that tells the fascinating story of William Neilson. In 1720, the young William Neilson leaves Edinburgh to make his fortune in Europe, first sailing to Rotterdam and then on foot to Paris, where he meets and is immediately employed by the banker John Law. A day later he is in the Bastille, but not before he has encountered a young woman of surpassing beauty to whom Neilson will be devoted for the rest of his life.Imprisoned in the Bastille, he has no possibility of seeing or communicating with his beloved. When at last he recovers his freedom, he is despatched at once to sea, bound for the Indies. He will be shipwrecked, become an equerry on the Île-de-France, anon command a disorderly legion in Persia, become a linguist able to hold his own in diplomatic and mercantile circles, all the while anticipating a summons from the Stuart king in exile in Rome, until he is sent back to France, and thence to Scotland in the service of the Young Pretender.This is brilliant, irresistibly entertaining fiction. A whole world of adventure and romance comes alive in the hands of one of our most ingenious storytellers, one of our finest writers.
A Street Shaken by Light: The Story of William Neilson, Volume I
by James Buchan'An epic voyage well worth taking ... Exhilarating' Marianka Swain, TelegraphOne of Britain's outstanding historical writers delivers a romantic and picaresque masterpiece that tells the fascinating story of William Neilson. In 1720, the young William Neilson leaves Edinburgh to make his fortune in Europe, first sailing to Rotterdam and then on foot to Paris, where he meets and is immediately employed by the banker John Law. A day later he is in the Bastille, but not before he has encountered a young woman of surpassing beauty to whom Neilson will be devoted for the rest of his life.Imprisoned in the Bastille, he has no possibility of seeing or communicating with his beloved. When at last he recovers his freedom, he is despatched at once to sea, bound for the Indies. He will be shipwrecked, become an equerry on the Île-de-France, anon command a disorderly legion in Persia, become a linguist able to hold his own in diplomatic and mercantile circles, all the while anticipating a summons from the Stuart king in exile in Rome, until he is sent back to France, and thence to Scotland in the service of the Young Pretender.This is brilliant, irresistibly entertaining fiction. A whole world of adventure and romance comes alive in the hands of one of our most ingenious storytellers, one of our finest writers.
A Stroke of Luck: Luck and Love book 1
by Anaïs WildeClose your eyes. Imagine that you wake up in the best suite of a luxury hotel, married to the hottest actor: the one that everyone is swooning over, including you. You have no idea how it happened, but there's a gorgeous ring on your finger and he seems crazy in love with you. Just like that, your normal life, working at a big chain store, takes a one hundred and eighty degree turn, and you find yourself not only beside the man you've loved as long as you can remember, but also surrounded by riches and the world of show business. And the truth is that dreams, no matter how wild, sometimes do come true.
A Stroke of Malice (A Lady Darby Mystery #8)
by Anna Lee HuberLady Kiera Darby and her husband Sebastian Gage are looking forward to celebrating with new friends at an exciting yearly soiree, but they soon learn that murder never takes a holiday in the latest riveting installment in this national bestselling series.January 1832. After enjoying a delightful few weeks with her family, expectant mother Kiera and Sebastian Gage have been invited to the Duchess of Bowmontʼs Twelfth Night party in Traquair, Scotland. Though she normally avoids such fashionable, rambunctious events, Kiera is ready to join in the festive merrymaking. But upon their arrival at the opulent estate, it becomes obvious that all is not merry in their hostess&’s home. The family appears to be under a great strain, and someone seems determined to cause mayhem among the guests with a series of forged notes.Matters swiftly turn from irksome to downright deadly when the partygoers stumble upon a decomposing body in the castleʼs crypt. The corpse is thought to be the duchessʼs son-in-law who had purportedly traveled to Paris more than a month earlier. It is evident the man met with foul play, and Kiera and Gage soon realize that a ruthless murderer walks among them—and may well be a member of the duchessʼs own family. And when the investigation takes a treacherous turn, Kiera discovers just how deep the killer is willing to dig to keep their secrets from ever seeing the light of day.
A Stroke of Midnight: A Novel (Meredith Gentry #4)
by Laurell K. HamiltonI am Meredith Gentry, P.I., solving cases in Los Angeles, far from the peril and deception of my real home-because I am also Princess Meredith, heir to the darkest throne faerie has to offer. The Unseelie Court infuses me with its power. But at what price does such magic come? How much of my human side will I have to give up, and how much of the sinister side of faerie will I have to embrace? To sit on a throne that has ruled through bloodshed and violence for centuries, I might have to become that which I dread the most.Enemies watch my every move. My cousin Cel strives to have me killed even now from his prison cell. But not all the assassination attempts are his. Some Unseelie nobles have waited centuries for my aunt Andais, Queen of Air and Darkness, to become weak enough that she might be toppled from her throne. Enemies unforeseen move against us-enemies who would murder the least among us.The threat will drive us to allow human police into faerie for the first time in our history. I need my allies now more than ever, especially since fate will lead me into the arm of Mistral, Master of Storms, the queen's new captain of her guard. Our passion will reawaken powers long forgotten among the warriors of the sidhe. Pain and pleasure await me-and danger, as well, for some at that court seek only death.I will find new joys with the butterfly-winged demi-fey. My guards and I will show all of faerie that violence and sex are as popular among the sidhe as they are among the lesser fey of our court. The Darkness will weep, and Frost will comfort him. The gentlest of my guards will find new strength and break my heart. Passions undreamed of await us-and my enemies gather, for the future of both courts of faerie begins to unravel.From the Hardcover edition.
A Stronger Calling
by Terry O'ReillyWilliam Neilsen grew up on a farm next to The Abbey of the Falls. When his parents died in a tragic car accident while he was a teenager, the abbot agreed to offer a home to William, in exchange for him taking care of the farm, the produce from which fed the monks. The excess was to be sold in the abbey store and cheese and wine shop. William was happy living at the abbey. However, he never felt a religious calling to become a monk and the abbot never pressured him to do so.Although he loves working in the fields and with the animals, it becomes too much for William to do alone. William asks the abbot for help and his request is answered when a young man, Samuel Drake, joins the abbey. William is confused both by his feelings for Samuel and Samuel’s open and flirtatious behavior towards him. Samuel isn’t like any postulant William has ever known, but he doesn’t feel comfortable quizzing the young man about the nature of his calling to become a monk.William’s discomfort and guilt intensify as his relationship with Samuel becomes more emotional and then physical. Although William hasn’t taken a vow of chastity, that is Samuel’s eventual goal. Or is it? Do William and Samuel have a stronger calling?
A Study In Scarlet Women (The Lady Sherlock Series #1)
by Sherry ThomasUSA Today bestselling author Sherry Thomas turns the story of the renowned Sherlock Holmes upside down... With her inquisitive mind, Charlotte Holmes has never felt comfortable with the demureness expected of the fairer sex in upper class society. But even she never thought that she would become a social pariah, an outcast fending for herself on the mean streets of London. When the city is struck by a trio of unexpected deaths and suspicion falls on her sister and her father, Charlotte is desperate to find the true culprits and clear the family name. She'll have help from friends new and old--a kind-hearted widow, a police inspector, and a man who has long loved her. But in the end, it will be up to Charlotte, under the assumed name Sherlock Holmes, to challenge society's expectations and match wits against an unseen mastermind.From the Trade Paperback edition.
A Study In Shifters (Adventures of Marisol Holmes #1)
by Majanka Verstraete“The game is afoot.” Seventeen-year-old Marisol Holmes wants to live up to the family legacy; after all, she is the great-great-great granddaughter of Sherlock Holmes. What's more Holmesian than a grisly murder? The Conclave, an underground organization of detectives solving supernatural cases, is giving her just one chance to catch a killer and join them. After all, as a half-blood jaguar shifter, Marisol is uniquely qualified to solve this murder—since every scrap of evidence points toward the culprit being a fellow jaguar shifter.“There is nothing more deceptive than an obvious fact.” There's more to this than just evidence. Is one of her own people really involved, or is this all a ploy to kick Marisol’s mother off the shifter throne?When Marisol discovers her handsome best friend, Roan, is missing, she realizes Roan may be the killer’s next target. The stakes just got higher than political intrigue. "When you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth." Just when things couldn’t get worse, Marisol’s ex-boyfriend-turned-nemesis, Mannix, starts leaving sinister clues for her. In her last case, Mannix broke her heart and ruined her case, and Marisol isn't sure which is worse. Marisol fears this case too might be far more personal than she could’ve imagined. "Elementary."It’s time for Marisol to prove her worth, or her people could fall into chaos while her best friend loses his life. This book is perfect for fans of: shapeshifters, steampunk, paranormal, high school drama, teen romance, Sherlock Holmes and deadly intrigue. The Adventures of Marisol Holmes1, The Study of Shifters2. The Sign of the Serpent
A Study in Ashes (The Baskerville Affair #3)
by Emma Jane HollowayEvelina's problems are part of a much larger war. The Baskerville affair is finally coming to light, and the rebels are making their move to wrest power from the barons and restore it to Queen Victoria. Missing heirs and nightmare hounds are the order of the day - or at least that's what Dr. Watson is telling the press.But their plans are doomed unless Evelina escapes to unite her magic with the rebels' machines - and even then her powers aren't what they used to be. A sorcerer has awakened a dark hunger in Evelina's soul, and only he can keep her from endangering them all. The only problem is . . . he's dead.
A Study in Charlotte (Charlotte Holmes Novel #1)
by Brittany Cavallaro<p>The first book in a witty, suspenseful new trilogy about a brilliant new crime-solving duo: the teen descendants of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson. This clever page-turner will appeal to fans of Maureen Johnson and Ally Carter. <p>Jamie Watson has always been intrigued by Charlotte Holmes; after all, their great-great-great-grandfathers are one of the most infamous pairs in history. But the Holmes family has always been odd, and Charlotte is no exception. She's inherited Sherlock's volatility and some of his vices--and when Jamie and Charlotte end up at the same Connecticut boarding school, Charlotte makes it clear she's not looking for friends. <p>But when a student they both have a history with dies under suspicious circumstances, ripped straight from the most terrifying of the Sherlock Holmes stories, Jamie can no longer afford to keep his distance. Danger is mounting and nowhere is safe--and the only people they can trust are each other.</p>
A Study in Darkness (The Baskerville Affair #2)
by Emma Jane HollowayBefore Evelina's even unpacked her gowns for a country house party, an indiscretion puts her in the power of the ruthless Gold King, who recruits her as his spy. He knows her disreputable past and exiles her to the rank alleyways of Whitechapel with orders to unmask his foe.As danger mounts, Evelina struggles between hiding her illegal magic and succumbing to the darker aspects of her power. One path keeps her secure; the other keeps her alive. For rebellion is brewing, a sorcerer wants her soul, and no one can protect her in the hunting grounds of Jack the Ripper.
A Study in Scandal
by Robyn DehartWho are the Ladies' Amateur Sleuth Society: Four unconventional beauties banding together to unravel real-life mysteries? or Four best friends past the age of twenty with no marital prospects and nothing better to occupy their time? Lady Amelia Watersfield's lighthearted detecting club becomes more than simply an intriguing diversion when her father's priceless Egyptian artifact is stolen under his very nose. Now the game is afoot in earnest -- and Amelia nearly swoons to discover the detective assigned to "assist" her is a handsome, brilliant, and breathtaking investigator who might as well be a young Sherlock Holmes himself! Inspector Colin Brindley has no interest in encouraging a meddling beauty who imagines herself Watson to his Holmes. But Amelia is as sharp-witted and brave as she is lovely -- and in their wild hunt for an elusive thief, Colin's heart may end up being the precious object that's gotten truly purloined.
A Study in Scoundrels (Romancing the Rules #2)
by Christy CarlyleUSA Today–Bestselling Author: She’s willing to help a dashing actor find his missing sister—but falling in love with him would be wildly improper . . . Sophia Ruthven is the epitome of proper behavior. On paper at least—as long as that paper isn't from one of the lady detective stories she secretly pens. She certainly isn’t interested in associating with the dashing Jasper Grey, the wayward heir to the Earl of Stanhope, and one of the stage’s leading men. But when she learns Grey’s younger sister Liddy has gone missing, she can’t deny her desire to solve the mystery . . . or her attraction to the incorrigible scoundrel.Responsibility isn’t something Grey is very familiar with. On the boards and in the bedroom, he lives exactly how he wants to, shunning all the trappings of respectability and society. Grey knows he should avoid the bewitching Sophia, but he’s never been able to say no to what he wants. And having Sophia in his arms and his bed is quickly becoming the thing he wants the most. As Sophia and Grey’s search for Liddy continues across the English countryside, can this scoundrel convince a proper lady that he’s actually perfect for her—or will their adventure leave them both heartbroken?Praise for the novels of Christy Carlyle“Fans of historical romance will adore these characters.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“A charming Victorian romance.” —Kirkus Reviews
A Study in Silks (The Baskerville Affair #1)
by Emma Jane HollowayIn a Victorian era ruled by a council of ruthless steam barons, mechanical power is the real monarch and sorcery the demon enemy of the Empire. Nevertheless, the most coveted weapon is magic that can run machines - something Evelina has secretly mastered. But rather than making her fortune, her special talents could mean death or an eternity as a guest of Her Majesty's secret laboratories. What's a polite young lady to do but mind her manners and pray she's never found out?But then there's that murder. As Sherlock Holmes's niece, Evelina should be able to find the answers, but she has a lot to learn. And the first decision she has to make is whether to trust the handsome, clever rake who makes her breath come faster, or the dashing trick rider who would dare anything for her if she would only just ask.
A Submissão do Bilionário
by K. MatthewQuando Garret não quer seguir as regras, Mia começa a pensar melhor sobre sua proposta de casamento. As coisas vão se encaixar quando Mia tentar educar Garret no estilo de vida, ou isso destruirá completamente o relacionamento deles?
A Substitute Wife and Her Sturbon Chief: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Zi YueYouHun"Woman, if you dare to put on a green hat for me and marry my son again, do you believe that I won't let you spend your life in bed!?" He pushed her down on the sofa, his eyes blazing. A certain woman smiled, "Brother-in-law, he isn't your son." The child: "Yes, my mommy said I gave it away as a phone bill." Lu Zhan Bei: "…" He once hated her to the bones …
A Substitute Wife and Her Sturbon Chief: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Zi YueYouHun"Woman, if you dare to put on a green hat for me and marry my son again, do you believe that I won't let you spend your life in bed!?" He pushed her down on the sofa, his eyes blazing. A certain woman smiled, "Brother-in-law, he isn't your son." The child: "Yes, my mommy said I gave it away as a phone bill." Lu Zhan Bei: "…" He once hated her to the bones …
A Substitute Wife and Her Sturbon Chief: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Zi YueYouHun"Woman, if you dare to put on a green hat for me and marry my son again, do you believe that I won't let you spend your life in bed!?" He pushed her down on the sofa, his eyes blazing. A certain woman smiled, "Brother-in-law, he isn't your son." The child: "Yes, my mommy said I gave it away as a phone bill." Lu Zhan Bei: "…" He once hated her to the bones …
A Substitute Wife and Her Sturbon Chief: Volume 6 (Volume 6 #6)
by Zi YueYouHun"Woman, if you dare to put on a green hat for me and marry my son again, do you believe that I won't let you spend your life in bed!?" He pushed her down on the sofa, his eyes blazing. A certain woman smiled, "Brother-in-law, he isn't your son." The child: "Yes, my mommy said I gave it away as a phone bill." Lu Zhan Bei: "…" He once hated her to the bones …
A Substitute Wife and Her Sturbon Chief: Volume 7 (Volume 7 #7)
by Zi YueYouHun"Woman, if you dare to put on a green hat for me and marry my son again, do you believe that I won't let you spend your life in bed!?" He pushed her down on the sofa, his eyes blazing. A certain woman smiled, "Brother-in-law, he isn't your son." The child: "Yes, my mommy said I gave it away as a phone bill." Lu Zhan Bei: "…" He once hated her to the bones …
A Substitute Wife and Her Sturbon Chief: Volume 8 (Volume 8 #8)
by Zi YueYouHun"Woman, if you dare to put on a green hat for me and marry my son again, do you believe that I won't let you spend your life in bed!?" He pushed her down on the sofa, his eyes blazing. A certain woman smiled, "Brother-in-law, he isn't your son." The child: "Yes, my mommy said I gave it away as a phone bill." Lu Zhan Bei: "…" He once hated her to the bones …
A Substitute Wife and Her Sturbon Chief: Volume 9 (Volume 9 #9)
by Zi YueYouHun"Woman, if you dare to put on a green hat for me and marry my son again, do you believe that I won't let you spend your life in bed!?" He pushed her down on the sofa, his eyes blazing. A certain woman smiled, "Brother-in-law, he isn't your son." The child: "Yes, my mommy said I gave it away as a phone bill." Lu Zhan Bei: "…" He once hated her to the bones …
A Sud della Morte
by Tanya Anne Crosby Emanuele Mattei"Suspense, segreti e scandali del Sud serviti come nessun altro!" – Harlan Coben, scrittore e autore del miglior bestseller nella classifica del New York Times L'autrice di numerosi bestseller Tanya Anne Crosby ci riporta fra le vaste paludi e le fatiscenti piantagioni di Charleston, dove un terribile omicidio e un nuovo rapimento alimentano i sospetti sulla presenza di un serial killer a piede libero... Augusta Aldridge è convinta dell'innocenza di Ian Patterson, nonostante questi sia stato arrestato per aver ucciso due giovani donne e mutilato i loro cadaveri. Questo perché la notte del delitto lei era in sua compagnia, nascosta all'ombra di un pontile sulla spiaggia e avvinta in un abbraccio selvaggio e passionale con l'uomo il cui pericoloso fascino poteva aver fatto cadere in trappola anche le altre vittime. Dopo aver ritrovato un altro cadavere, la polizia è convinta di trovarsi di fronte a un imitatore, ma Augusta è certa che dietro le sbarre ci sia l'uomo sbagliato, ed è pronta a mettere in gioco la sua reputazione e la sua vita pur di dimostrarlo...
A Sudden Cute Baby: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Jing QiuFive years ago, she was designed by the most trusted person and her best friend died a horrible death for her. Five years later, she returned with her 4-year-old son, Nirvana, and on the plane, she met a man who looked extremely similar to her son … Rumor has it that the richest man in the world, Mr. Huo, is not a woman, but a man. However, a marriage contract held her in her arms and she ate again and again. It was a great pleasure. "Mr. Huo, they say your wife is a broken shoe!" "Mm, tear that person's broken mouth apart. "My wife's shoes are not damaged at all. If they're broken, I'm the one who should wear them."