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Miss Me When I'm Gone
by Philip StephensRead Philip Stephens's blogs and other content on the Penguin Community. "A lavishly written, vividly imagined, and wholly compelling work of fiction. . . I was spellbound. Often, in fact, I was in awe. " -Tim O'Brien After years of indie-label exile, folk singer Cyrus Harper returns to Apogee, Missouri, to tend to his mother. But the musical and haunted world of his past is morphing into just another strip of middle America, corrupted with pawn shops, meth labs, Clear Channel radio, and-if Cyrus's brother has his way-a golfer's paradise. As news of a murderess in the woods confounds the memories of his sister gone missing long ago, this prodigal son is drawn deeper into the cave- riddled realm of stalwarts and misfits he knew in his youth. What he discovers there will change everything. A phantasmagoric tale of American music set during the crucible of its changing industry, Miss Me When I'm Gone plumbs our storied melodies for their essential purpose-to mine the soul for the longing, the passion, the love and rage that drive us. Watch a Video .
Miss Menace
by Nancy LavoA wealthy socialite takes a job as a teacher in an award-winning middle school to prove she is a responsible person who wants to make a difference in the world. The only problem is that she is totally untrained for the position. Her experiences result in a number of humorous events, including nearly burning down the school building and defying important policies governing security issues. Is she Miss Menace, or is she the woman God chose for the job?
Miss Meteor
by Tehlor Kay Mejia Anna-Marie McLemoreA gorgeous and magical collaboration between two critically acclaimed, powerhouse YA authors offers a richly imagined underdog story perfect for fans of Dumplin’ and Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe. There hasn’t been a winner of the Miss Meteor beauty pageant who looks like Lita Perez or Chicky Quintanilla in all its history.But that’s not the only reason Lita wants to enter the contest, or her ex-best friend Chicky wants to help her. The road to becoming Miss Meteor isn’t about being perfect; it’s about sharing who you are with the world—and loving the parts of yourself no one else understands.So to pull off the unlikeliest underdog story in pageant history, Lita and Chicky are going to have to forget the past and imagine a future where girls like them are more than enough—they are everything.
Miss Milton Speaks Her Mind
by Carla KellyA thrilling adventure about one of the most dangerous jobs in the world—crab fishing—in “the debut of an exciting new voice that you must not miss” (James Rollins, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of The Bone Labyrinth). Ed and his childhood friend Danny are in Kodiak, Alaska, preparing to join the Angie Piper’s crew for another season of crab fishing. And while Ed is a relative newcomer to the perilous trade, he sees no reason to fear for Danny’s safety. After all, the Angie Piper has always been blessed with a stalwart captain, a crack engineer, and two time-tested pros to keep the operation running smoothly. Every season has a greenhorn, the one who works for a pittance while learning the ropes. This time around it’s Danny. Brave and hardworking, Danny is a simple soul. And Ed is still haunted by the bullying Danny received as a child. But the cantankerous engineer believes a man like Danny is a bad omen, so much so that his bitter opposition may endanger them all. The season starts off strong, but their luck soon turns. The skies grow dark, the waves swell, and Mother Nature bears down on them with her full arsenal. The only question is—when the storm finally subsides, who will be left to tell the tale?
Miss Mistletoe: A Sealed With A Kiss Novella
by Erin KnightleyFinn, Viscount Edgerton, has avoided the London scene to focus solely on digging out from under the pile of debt his father left behind. A decent dowry could make things a hell of a lot easier for the estate, but he hasn't met the right woman. <P><P>And he never would have expected her to come in the form of "Miss Mistletoe"--the young woman who stole a kiss at a ball in front of the ton and caused a scandal. On the eve of her cousin's wedding, Cece McCrea hardly expects to run into the man who inspired her indiscretion five years ago. <P>This time, she resolves to put aside her childish crush and avoid him altogether. Her will is tested, however, when he pursues her.... Includes previews from the Sealed with a Kiss novels, More Than a Stranger and A Taste for Scandal.
Miss Miyazen Would Love to Get Closer to You 1 (Miss Miyazen Would Love to Get Closer to You #1)
by AkitakaI&’d love to be friends!Two high school classmates, Sakura Miyazen and Sota Matsubayashi, are polar opposites: Miyazen is a prim and proper young lady, while Matsubayashi is a brusque former troublemaker. They&’re secretly dying to talk to each other, but their backgrounds are so different, they can&’t seem to strike up a conversation! And why does a simple greeting make the both of them turn red?!A cute and light-hearted romantic comedy that will have you rooting for the pair to get closer!
Miss Miyazen Would Love to Get Closer to You 2 (Miss Miyazen Would Love to Get Closer to You #2)
by AkitakaYou probably don&’t remember, but...Miyazen is a prim and proper young lady, and Matsubayashi is a brusque former troublemaker. They both want to get closer and secretly rack their brains every day trying to come up with things to talk about.But why is it that they&’re so interested in each other in the first place? In this installment, we learn a bit more about their pasts and motivations!
Miss Miyazen Would Love to Get Closer to You 3 (Miss Miyazen Would Love to Get Closer to You #3)
by AkitakaTheir hearts are at point-blank range!Miyazen is a prim and proper young lady, and Matsubayashi is a brusque former troublemaker. They&’re still having trouble talking to each other, but the arrival of summer is giving them a little extra help. The more they get to know each other, the closer they want to become. And now they&’ve finally reached a turning point...!
Miss Miyazen would Love to Get Closer to You 4 (Miss Miyazen Would Love to Get Closer to You #4)
by AkitakaThe closer they get, the greedier they become!Sakura Miyazen and Sota Matsubayashi make an unlikely couple. After all, Miyazen is a prim and proper young lady, and Matsubayashi is a brusque former troublemaker. But they&’re actually more similar than you&’d think—both of them struggle to act naturally around each other, and they&’re always thinking of ways to get closer. Now that they&’re finally dating, what will they try doing next?Akitaka&’s short and sweet romance comedy reaches its dramatic finale!
Miss Mole (Virago Modern Classics #504)
by E.H. Young'Young is a sharp and funny writer with a brilliant eye for moral fudging and verbal hypocrisy, and she has a splendid foil in Miss Mole' Sally BeaumanWINNER OF THE JAMES TAIT BLACK MEMORIAL PRIZE'Who would suspect her sense of fun and irony, of a passionate love for beauty and the power to drag it from its hidden places? Who would imagine that Miss Mole had pictured herself, at different times, as an explorer in strange lands, as a lady wrapped in luxury and delicate garments?'Miss Hannah Mole has for twenty years earned her living precariously as a governess or companion to a succession of difficult old women.Now, aged forty, a thin and shabby figure, she returns to Radstowe, the lovely city of her youth. Here she is, if not exactly welcomed, at least employed as housekeeper by the pompous Reverend Robert Corder, whose daughters are sorely in need of guidance. But even the dreariest situation can be transformed into an adventure by the indomitable Miss Mole. Blessed with imagination, wit and intelligence, she wins the affection of Ethel and her nervous sister Ruth. But her past holds a secret that, if brought to life, would jeopardise everything.
Miss Mole
by E.H. Young'Young is a sharp and funny writer with a brilliant eye for moral fudging and verbal hypocrisy, and she has a splendid foil in Miss Mole' Sally BeaumanWINNER OF THE JAMES TAIT BLACK MEMORIAL PRIZE'Who would suspect her sense of fun and irony, of a passionate love for beauty and the power to drag it from its hidden places? Who would imagine that Miss Mole had pictured herself, at different times, as an explorer in strange lands, as a lady wrapped in luxury and delicate garments?'Miss Hannah Mole has for twenty years earned her living precariously as a governess or companion to a succession of difficult old women.Now, aged forty, a thin and shabby figure, she returns to Radstowe, the lovely city of her youth. Here she is, if not exactly welcomed, at least employed as housekeeper by the pompous Reverend Robert Corder, whose daughters are sorely in need of guidance. But even the dreariest situation can be transformed into an adventure by the indomitable Miss Mole. Blessed with imagination, wit and intelligence, she wins the affection of Ethel and her nervous sister Ruth. But her past holds a secret that, if brought to life, would jeopardise everything.
Miss Molly Robbins Designs a Seduction
by Jayne FresinaShe Designs Dresses for London's Leading Ladies Molly Robbins is finally stepping into the spotlight. Her unique dress designs have caught the eye of London's elite. And if it means her own dress shop, proper Molly will make a deal with the devil himself--the notoriously naughty Earl of Everscham. But becoming his mistress is not a part of their arrangement. It's right there in the contract's fine print: No Tomfoolery. He's an Expert at Taking Them Off Carver Danforthe has a reputation for beautiful mistresses, cutting remarks, and shirking his responsibilities--not for indulging the ambitions of his sister's maid. He must have been drunk when he signed that blasted contract. The stubborn female may thing she's gotten the best of him, but what this situation calls for is a little hands-on negotiating... All's Fair in Love and Fashion
Miss Moriarty, I Presume? (The Lady Sherlock Series #6)
by Sherry ThomasCharlotte Holmes comes face to face with her enemy when Moriarty turns to her in his hour of need, in the USA Today bestselling series set in Victorian England. A most unexpected client shows up at Charlotte Holmes's doorstep: Moriarty himself. Moriarty fears that tragedy has befallen his daughter and wants Charlotte to find out the truth. Charlotte and Mrs. Watson travel to a remote community of occult practitioners where Moriarty's daughter was last seen, a place full of lies and liars. Meanwhile, Charlotte&’s sister Livia tries to make sense of a mysterious message from her beau Mr. Marbleton. And Charlotte&’s longtime friend and ally Lord Ingram at last turns his seductive prowess on Charlotte—or is it the other way around? But the more secrets Charlotte unravels about Miss Moriarty&’s disappearance, the more she wonders why Moriarty has entrusted this delicate matter to her of all people. Is it merely to test Charlotte's skills as an investigator, or has the man of shadows trapped her in a nest of vipers?
Miss Murray on the Cattle Trail (Mills And Boon Historical Ser.)
by Lynna BanningA cattle drive is no place for a greenhorn, but this city miss is here for the ride in a captivating historical romance of determination and desire.Cowboy Zachariah Strickland should put Alexandra Murray on the first eastbound train home. But he has no choice except to take her on his cattle trail. She hasn’t ridden a horse to death, or shot anybody, but she does drive him furious with longing . . . Is it possible Alex belongs right here in the Wild West—with Zach?
Miss Nightingale's Nurses: During the toughest of times, has she finally found her calling? (The Nursing Series #1)
by Kate EasthamDiscover the first heartwarming novel in Kate Eastham's nursing series in this gripping and compelling story of strength'Deftly written . . . a moving account of loss, as well as self-discovery and achievement' Woman's Own'A vivid, entertaining read which brought history alive' 5***** Reader Review_________ From the docks of Liverpool to a distant battlefield, can one girl find her brother and save herself? Ada Houston's life is shattered when her brother Frank goes missing following an accident at the docks. But a short time later she hears a rumour that he survived and left Liverpool to fight a foreign war. Determined not to lose him a second time she boards a ship to bring him home. But the battlefields of the Crimea are a hostile place for a penniless young woman. Then one day a lifeline is thrown her way as she is offered the chance to train as a nurse under the famous Florence Nightingale. Working in the most terrible of conditions, Ada shows an aptitude beyond anyone's expectations as she cares for her injured countrymen, makes new friends and enjoys the first flutter of romance. But Frank is still missing and she needs to find him before it's too late . . ._________'A wonderfully written book' 5***** Reader Review'Gripped me right from the start' 5***** Reader Review'You felt you were with them' 5***** Reader Review
Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
by Winifred WatsonIn this delightful, funny and lighthearted novel, Miss Pettigrew, an approaching-middle-age governess, was accustomed to a household of unruly English children. When her employment agency sends her to the wrong address, her life takes an unexpected turn. The alluring nightclub singer, Delysia LaFosse, becomes her new employer, and Miss Pettigrew encounters a kind of glamour that she had only met before at the movies. Over the course of a single day, both women are changed forever.
Miss Peverett's Secret Scandal (The Peveretts of Haberstock Hall #3)
by Bronwyn ScottA Victorian twist on a sexy office romance from Bronwyn Scott.Working in close quarters…With an employer she can&’t resist! Thomasia Peverett is dreading her return to society, but when she&’s offered a secretarial role by Member of Parliament Shaw Rawdon, he tempts her to leave the safety of her home. Shaw&’s unlike anyone she&’s ever met, and their attraction is undeniable. Even the revelation of her scandalous secret draws him closer! Thomasia knows it&’s foolish to trust the wrong man, but will Shaw prove he&’s worth it?From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.The Peveretts of Haberstock HallBook 1: Lord Tresham''s Tempting RivalBook 2: Saving Her Mysterious SoldierBook 3: Miss Peverett''s Secret ScandalBook 4: The Bluestocking''s Whirlwind Liaison
Miss Philpott e l'affascinante Mathilde (Serie "Francine" Libro #2)
by Alicia Cameron Sara MinerviniQuando l’istitutrice disoccupata, Miss Philpott, incontra ancora una volta Francine, non indovinerebbe mai che la sua vita sta per essere completamente trasformata. Nella nuovissima età edoardiana (la stessa in cui è ambientata la famosa serie TV Downton Abbey) ci sono in ballo molti cambiamenti per le donne. Miss Philpott, tuttavia, ha ormai quarant'anni e sente che tutte le innovazioni del nuovo secolo hanno poco a che fare con lei. Ma si sbaglia! Con l'aiuto di Francine sta per diventare una donna moderna e scoprire di avere talenti che non avrebbe mai immaginato. Questa spensierata novella continua (su richiesta dei lettori) le avventure di Francine, l’intraprendente cameriera del racconto originale, che ha la rara capacità di donare gioia (e un pizzico di potere) a tutti quelli che la circondano, aggiungendo un tocco di romanticismo e avventura alla storia di una donna che vuole emergere dall'ombra per reclamare la propria vita. Chick-lit storico? Forse ‒ se ciò implica umorismo, passione, emancipazione femminile e il potere del vero amore. La fiducia e la passione di Francine verso la vita, la sua lotta contro le restrizioni della società, aprono un mondo nuovo ed eccitante per una donna quasi sopraffatta dagli stretti confini della sua precedente esistenza. Il resto, Miss Philpott lo fa da sé. «Non ci sono salvatori Matilda, non sulla terra, in ogni caso. Devi salvarti da sola».
Miss Prim and the Billionaire
by Lucy GordonTycoon Marcel Falcon appears to be a man who plays love like a game. But deep in his heart lies a despair that has never left him since he was betrayed by Cassie, his one true love.The past has changed Cassie, too. A destructive marriage stole her confidence and now she hides her model looks behind prim glasses and suits.When Marcel and Cassie are thrown together again in Paris, a storm erupts inside them. He's her boss so there's no avoiding each other, no escaping the fact that they've both changed dramatically. Underneath, the spark is there-but can it ever be the same again?
Miss Prim and the Maverick Millionaire
by Nina SinghIn paradise...with the boss! When CEO Cabe Jordan accidently insults employee Jenna Townsend, he needs to make amends, and fast! Whisking her away on a business trip to the Caribbean could be the perfect opportunity. After a difficult childhood, Jenna has always made work her priority. Only, Cabe is very distracting... How can she impress him when all she can think about is, well, kissing him! The dreams she's spent her life suppressing are soon to be awakened-if only she'd let down her defenses!
Miss Prim's Greek Island Fling: Miss Prim's Greek Island Fling / Double Duty For The Cowboy (match Made In Haven) (Mills And Boon True Love Ser. #Vol. 4666)
by Michelle DouglasAn idyllic island retreat……with her Mr Wrong!After a devastating betrayal, Audra Russel escapes to her brother’s Greek island to lick her wounds. Only she soon finds that her brother’s best friend, Finn Sullivan, is vacationing there, too! He may be recovering from a near-fatal accident, but the irresistible daredevil is intent on showing buttoned-up Audra how to have a good time. And now that she’s started, she doesn’t ever want to stop!“Ms. Douglas has given her readers and interesting story and one I admit to having a hard time putting down. It is a wonderful showcase… Douglas should be applauded.”— Harlequin Junkie on The Million Pound Marriage Deal“I thoroughly enjoyed A Baby in His In-Tray by Michelle Douglas. The writing is fast-paced and the characters are genuinely entertaining and the overall story-line is emotionally compelling. A great read!”—Goodreads
Miss Prim's Untamable Cowboy
by Carolyn ZaneTHE BRUBAKER BRIDES THE BRUBAKER BRIDES This wealthy Texas family needs a few good women to lasso their brood of bad boys. "NO LITTLE MISS PRIM IS GONNA TAME ME!" -Bru Brubaker She'd been hired to teach a Texas millionaire some manners. But image consultant Penelope Wainright never expected to be working with a long, tall drink of water like Bru Brubaker-a man perfectly content being an ornery working-class wrangler. He swaggered, teased, even kissed her without warning-and refused to apologize! Bru made Penelope madder than a wet hen, but he also sparked her hidden passions. That was when she learned there was more than one way to tame a cowboy.
Miss Pruitt's Private Life
by Barbara MccauleyThey had come to Wolf River, Texas, to attend a wedding. But Evan Carter and Marcy Pruitt also had other agendas. For Marcy, this was a much-needed respite from her hectic life as a TV personality. And for Evan, well...one look at Marcy and his priorities changed, fast. Getting her into his bed-and keeping her there-became his ultimate challenge: one Marcy agreed to with equal enthusiasm. Neither could stop the deep, soul-searing attraction that raged between them and they quickly began a scandalous affair. But what would they do when real life interrupted and Miss Pruitt's private life became public knowledge?
Miss Richardson Comes Of Age (A\zebra Regency Romance Ser.)
by Wilma CountsA Lady's Sweet Revenge. . ..A little wild, a lot mischievous, heiress Annabelle Richardson set society abuzz by rejecting three suitors in one season. Two were disreputable rakes after her fortune. The third, Timothy Wainwright, was simply too foolish and too young. Nonetheless Annabelle never would have written a scathing satire making them the laughingstock of the ton if the spurned trio hadn't tried to tarnish her name. . . Can Lead To A Dangerous Desire Now Annabelle has made three enemies--and sent Timothy's older brother into a rage. Thorne Wainwright, the handsome Earl of Rolsbury, angrily intends to put Annabelle in her proper place. . .until one look, one touch, one kiss convinces them both that her proper place is in his arms. But in a London where gossip thrives and reputations falter, a dastardly plot is under way to force Annabelle to the altar with the wrong man. Will Thorne be able to rescue her--and make her his bride--in time?