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Rake's Progress (A House for the Season #4)
by Marion Chesney[From the inside book flap:] The newest master of Number 67 Clarges Street--that good address in London's fashionable Mayfair that has been the setting for the first three volumes in Marion Chesney's delectable series of Regency romances, A House for the Season--is a single gentleman, the handsome, rich, and notorious rake Lord Guy Carlton. After years of fighting in the wars against Napoleon, the dashing lord is determined to kick up his heels with wine, women, and song, undeterred by the appalled reaction of the town. Never before have the Clarges Street servants earned so much money or eaten so well, but their pleasure-loving master seems liable to die of dissipation. In desperation, the staff, led by the witty and resourceful butler, Rainbird, sets out to find a "good woman" who can calm the lord's boisterous spirit and save his black soul. Their search ends with the discovery of Miss Esther Jones of Berkeley Square, a prim and righteous woman who seems the perfect reformer. But complications lie ahead as the servants' ingenious scheme creates warmhearted chaos both above and below the stairs at 67 Clarges Street, and no one, not even Miss Jones herself, is prepared for the transformation that ultimately takes place. You'll find more novels by this popular author in the Bookshare collection including the Six volume series, The Six Sisters. Marion Chesney also writes under the name M. C. Beaton. Her hilarious cozy mysteries series featuring Agatha Raisin has also been prepared for Bookshare.
Rake's Progress: A Novel Of Regency England - Being The Fourth Volume Of A House For The Season (A House for the Season #4)
by M.C. BeatonThe fourth book in M.C. Beaton's charming A House for the Season series. He's just not the marrying kind...Lord Guy Carlton, late of His Majesty's Regiment and weary from the war in France, has only wine, women and song in mind when he rents No. 67 Clarges Street for the season. He certainly has no desire for a serious attachment - and as for marriage: never! But Lord Guy Carlton didn't factor in the lovely but very proper Miss Esther Jones. Although one of the richest women in England she is also one of the most innocent, which could make her an unwilling victim of the philandering lord... and so, once again, it is up to the downstairs staff at Clarges Street to devise a campaign to reform the rake who is laying siege to her heart!'Romance fans are in for a treat' - Booklist'[M. C. Beaton] is the best of the Regency writers' - Kirkus Reviews
Rake's Progress: A Novel Of Regency England - Being The Fourth Volume Of A House For The Season (The House for the Season Series #4)
by M. C. BeatonSet in a Regency London household, this &“witty, charming, touching&” novel is &“highly recommended&”(Library Journal). In London&’s Mayfair, the house at 67 Clarges Street is often rented out for the social season, and the latest master is a single gentleman, the handsome, rich, and notorious rake Lord Guy Carlton. After years of fighting in the wars against Napoleon, the dashing lord is determined to kick up his heels with wine, women, and song, undeterred by anyone&’s appalled reaction. Never before have the Clarges Street servants earned so much money or eaten so well—but their pleasure-loving master seems liable to die of dissipation. In desperation, the staff, led by the witty and resourceful butler, Rainbird, sets out to find a good woman who can calm the lord&’s boisterous spirit and save his black soul. Their search ends with the discovery of Miss Esther Jones of Berkeley Square, a prim and righteous woman who seems the perfect reformer. But complications lie ahead and chaos reigns both above and below the stairs, as no one, not even Miss Jones herself, is prepared for the transformation that ultimately takes place. . . . Originally published under the name Marion Chesney, this delightful tale of romance and scheming comes from a New York Times–bestselling author who &“adroitly manipulates the floating upstairs population that keeps the downstairs on its toes&” (Publishers Weekly).
Rake's Redemption (Wind Dragons Motorcycle Club #5)
by Chantal FernandoIn New York Times bestselling author Chantal Fernando's latest novel in the Wind Dragons Motorcycle Club series, Rake--baddest of the bad boys--gets his own romance at last!Rake is known for being up for anything, in and out of the bedroom. He's wild, he's deadly, yet quick with a joke or a stolen kiss. Known as the player of the WDMC, he loves women, the more the merrier. However, behind his womanizing façade, Rake hides the pain of losing his first love, Bailey. He hasn't loved anyone since, and doesn't think he ever will. Seven years after their split, Rake and Bailey run into each other at the MC's favorite club. Old wounds resurface, secrets are spilled...and passionate feelings are awakened. But they've each done things to hurt the other, hurt them too badly to get over it--haven't they? Only when Bailey's connection to Rake puts her in danger from another Club member does he realize that there's nothing he won't do to protect her--and claim her as his once again.
Rake's Reform
by Marie-Louise HallJonathan Lindsay was surprised when he was confronted by the ever-passionate Miss Janey Hilton. Her love for lost causes drew him to her, along with her astonishing beautfy and forceful ways. But the scoundrel in him made a big mistake by wagering that he could seduce the naive miss! The joke was soon on him when the unthinkable happened-the determined bachelor Jonathan fell in love! Baffled by his sudden emotion, he knew he had to call off the wager. But would it be too much, too late, when Janey discovered his horrendous deception?
Rake's Reward
by Joanna MaitlandREFORMING A RAKE...Desperate to support her widowed mother, Marina Beaumont had agreed to become a companion to a dowager countess and found herself in an impossible situation. She had never anticipated the position would force her to deal with Kit Stratton-a renowned rake who would stop at nothing to get the revenge he sought...even if it cost Marina all that she held most dear.For unable to restrain the dowager's gambling habit, Marina soon found herself paying the price for Kit's sweet revenge on the widow. And the only way this rake would agree to her request to forfeit the money he was owed was if Marina gave him the reward he most desired....
Rake's Wager
by Miranda JarrettThe Rake’s ReformCassia Penny runs a fashionable gaming house in Regency London. Her inspired style has always set the fashion...which is just the sort of talent Richard Blackley needs.Blackley is a self-made millionaire, determined to establish himself as a proper London gentleman. When Cassia loses a wager, he collects by demanding her services to refurbish his decrepit estate-but finds her beauty the most gracious adornment his home could have.Now, as she transforms the old house, she transforms Richard, as well. The unlikely pair are drawn together-until an old secret from Richard’s past reappears. Will it tear them apart...or unite them forever?
Rakes and Radishes
by Susanna IvesWhen Henrietta Watson learns that the man she loves plans to marry London's most beautiful and fashionable debutante, she plots to win him back. She'll give him some competition by transforming her boring bumpkin neighbor, the Earl of Kesseley, into a rakish gothic hero worthy of this Season's Diamond.After years of unrequited love for Henrietta, Kesseley is resigned to go along with her plan and woo himself a willing bride. But once in London, everything changes. Kesseley-long more concerned with his land than his title-discovers that he's interested in sowing wild oats as well as radishes. And Henrietta realizes that gothic heroes don't make ideal husbands. Despite an explosive kiss that opens her eyes to the love that's been in front of her all along, Henrietta must face the possibility that Kesseley is no longer looking to marry at all...91,000 words
Raleigh and the Rancher
by Laura AnthonyLonely Cowboy Seeking...Dan McClintock had traded his desk job in Dallas for a ramshackle ranch-and a whole lot of trouble. Could one pretty, sassy cowgirl really bail him out-and leave his heart intact?A Wild West Wife.Raleigh Travers knew everything about horses. Men? They were a tantalizing mystery, and her sexy new boss was no exception. But Raleigh couldn't let Daniel distract her. She had a job to do, a kid brother to reaise-and no intention of falling in love!
Raleigh's Folly
by EtienneCarlton Perry didn’t know what he was in for when he purchased his antebellum home. Eric Slade couldn’t imagine what would occur when he met Carlton.In a place where unimaginable horrors had occurred in the distant past, the two men discover one thing. They find an old love so strong that it refuses to die.
Rally 'Round Green (The Green Series, Book #4)
by Judy ChristieGreen survived a tornado, but now the town faces a new storm-one that threatens the schools! As Green continues to recover from a horrendous tornado, newlyweds Lois and Chris just want to return to a normal life in their home on Route Two. But even more threats to Green loom on the horizon. The state of Louisiana announces plans to close Green's schools, which will put Chris out of work and end a long-standing tradition of community pride. Lois and Chris know the loss will crush the community and harm students forced to travel more than an hour to classes. Then there's that new highway that's creeping even closer . . . But Green has another tradition: Rallying around each other. Newspaper owner Lois, Mayor Eva, and college students unite to fight the bureaucrats, with some surprising-and unexpected results.
Ralph's Party
by Lisa JewellRalph and Smith are flatmates and best mates - until, that is, the gorgeous Jemima moves in. Then suddenly, they're bickering about a lot more than who drank the last beer. Of course, Jem knows that one of them is the man for her - but is it Ralph or Smith? <p><p>Upstairs, Karl and Siobhan have been happily unmarried for 15 years - until, that is, Cheri moves into the flat above theirs. Cheri's got her eye on Karl and doesn't see why she should let a little thing like his girlfriend stand in her way.... <p><p>Sooner or later, it’s all got to come to a head—and what better place for tears and laughter, break-ups and make-ups than Ralph's party?
Ralphie's Wives
by Christine RimmerRalphie Styles had a way with women-lots of women.Country-singer-turned-bartender Phoebe Jacks ought to know-she'd been married to him...before he'd moved on to her best friend. And then her other best friend. But you just couldn't stay mad at Ralphie.Or could you? When he's killed in a suspicious hit-and-run, pregnant wife #4 is suddenly a widow-and a suspect. It's up to Ralphie's best friend from out of town, P.I. Rio Navarro, and Phoebe to see that the old charmer's killer is brought to justice. But Ralphie never mentioned his pal Rio was so attractive-or that he might just be the stand-up guy Ralphie never could be....
Ramadan Ramsey: A Novel
by Louis EdwardsThe Guggenheim Fellowship and Whiting Award-winning author Louis Edwards makes his long-awaited comeback with this epic tale of a New Orleans boy whose very creation is so filled with tension that it bedevils his destiny before he is even born. Spanning from the Deep South to the Middle East, Ramadan Ramsey bridges multiple countries and cultures, entwining two families who struggle to love and survive in the face of war, natural disasters, and their equally tumultuous, private mistakesand yearnings.Ramadan Ramsey begins in 1999 with the moving (and funny) teenage love story of Alicia Ramsey, a native New Orleans African American young woman, and Mustafa Totah, a Syrian immigrant who works in her neighborhood at his uncle’s convenience store. Through a series of familial betrayals, Mustafa returns to Syria unaware that Alicia is carrying his child. When the baby is born, Alicia names their son Ramadan and raises him with the help of her mother, Mama Joon. But tragedy strikes when the epochal hurricane of 2005 barrels into New Orleans, shattering both the Ramsey and Totah families. Years later, when Ramadan turns twelve, he sets off to find Mustafa. It is an odyssey filled with breathtaking and brilliant adventures that takes Ramadan from the familiar world of NOLA to Istanbul, and finally Aleppo, Syria, where he hopes to unite with the father he has never known.Intimate yet epic, heartbreaking yet triumphant, Ramadan Ramsey explores the urgency of 21st century childhood and the richness and complexity of the modern family as a shared global experience. It is also a reminder of Louis Edwards’ immense talent and fearless storytelling and is a welcome return of this literary light.
Rameau's Niece: A Novel
by Cathleen SchineA &“gem of a novel&” that sends up marriage, academia, and literary stardom, by the New York Times–bestselling author of They May Not Mean To, But They Do (Publishers Weekly). In this delightful novel from an author who &“has been favored in so many ways by the muse of comedy,&” we meet Margaret Nathan, the brilliant but forgetful author of an unlikely bestseller (The New York Review of Books). Happily married to a benevolently egotistical, slightly dull but sexy professor, Margaret seems blessed—until she finds herself seduced by an eighteenth-century novel she discovers in the library. Wrapped in its lascivious world, Margaret begins to imitate its protagonist, embarking on a hilarious jaunt around Manhattan in search of renewed passion. Will she find fulfillment through her escapades or settle for her husband? Part romantic comedy, part intellectual parody, Rameau&’s Niece is wise, affecting, and thoroughly entertaining.
Ramen Assassin (Ramen Assassin #1)
by Rhys FordRamen Assassin: Book OneWhen life gives Kuro Jenkins lemons, he wants to make ponzu to serve at his Los Angeles ramen shop. Instead he’s dodging bullets and wondering how the hell he ended up back in the Black Ops lifestyle he left behind him. After rescuing former child star Trey Bishop from a pair of thugs in the middle of the night, he knows it’s time to pick up his gun again. But it seems trouble isn’t done with Trey, and Kuro can’t quite let go… of either the gun or Trey Bishop. Trey Bishop never denied his life’s downward spiral was his own fault. After a few stints in rehab, he’s finally shaken off his Hollywood bad-boy lifestyle but not his reputation. The destruction of his acting career and his relationships goes deep, and no one trusts anything he says, including the LAPD. When two men dragging a dead body spot him on a late-night run and try to murder him, Trey is grateful for the tall, dark, and deadly ramen shop owner he lusts over—not just for rescuing him, but also for believing him. Now caught in a web of murders and lies, Trey knows someone wants him dead, and the only one on his side is a man with deep, dark secrets. Trey hopes Kuro Jenkins will stick around to see what the future holds for them once the dust settles, but from the looks of things, neither of them may survive to find out.
Ramny and the Sap of Love
by Franklin DíazA story of a very deep frienship, sublime loves and abysmal obsessions. A young real estate manager visits an old friend of his family who months ago had bothlegs amputated, at the same time his wife and mother, hisonly two companions, died. The old man alone and desperate, tkae refuge in the solitude of his house and his thoughts, but Fernando begins a struggle to get him out of his voluntary confinement and rescue him from economic misery. Both begin to meet in the evening's in the old man's house to tell each stories of the loves they have in their lives. At the same time Fernando meets Ramny, a very young cousin, who is several years older than him, and with whom he falls madly in love, becoming so obsessed that he tries to commit suicide whe he sees that she's slipping through his fingers. In the end, the old man, recovered from his material and phsycological isolation, has to initiate the rescue of his young friend from the intricate world of his obsessions and the frantic desperation that keeps him trapped.
Ramona
by Helen Hunt JacksonThe orphaned daughter of a Scottish merchant and his Native American bride, Ramona grows up in the southern California of the nineteenth century, a golden land of old Spanish missions and sprawling ranches. Ramona's mixed-race ancestry and marriage to a Native American make her a target for bigotry and abuse as the region passes from Mexican control to American statehood and three cultures - Mexican, Anglo, and Indian - enter into an increasingly heated conflict. Originally published in 1884, Ramona was hailed by Atlantic Monthly as "one of the most artistic creations of American literature. " Helen Hunt Jackson's richly atmospheric romance was intended to draw attention to the U. S. government's mistreatment of Native Americans after the Mexican-American War. Most of the book's original audience, however, was drawn to its love story and picturesque qualities rather than its political content, and it attracted countless tourists to southern California. The source of four movie adaptations, the novel continues to enchant readers. This edition is graced by appealing black-and-white illustrations.
Ramona Blue
by Julie Murphy<P>Ramona was only five years old when Hurricane Katrina changed her life forever. Since then, it’s been Ramona and her family against the world. Standing over six feet tall with unmistakable blue hair, Ramona is sure of three things: she likes girls, she’s fiercely devoted to her family, and she knows she’s destined for something bigger than the trailer she calls home in Eulogy, Mississippi. But juggling multiple jobs, her flaky mom, and her well-meaning but ineffectual dad forces her to be the adult of the family. Now, with her sister, Hattie, pregnant, responsibility weighs more heavily than ever. <P>The return of her childhood friend Freddie brings a welcome distraction. Ramona’s friendship with the former competitive swimmer picks up exactly where it left off, and soon he’s talked her into joining him for laps at the pool. But as Ramona falls in love with swimming, her feelings for Freddie begin to shift too, which is the last thing she expected. With her growing affection for Freddie making her question her sexual identity, Ramona begins to wonder if perhaps she likes girls and guys or if this new attraction is just a fluke. Either way, Ramona will discover that, for her, life and love are more fluid than they seem.
Ramona and the Renegade (Forever, Texas #2)
by Marie FerrarellaDeputy Joe Lone Wolf never would've guessed that helping someone at the side of the road in a thunderstorm would throw his carefully controlled world into a tailspin. But that's exactly what happens when he realizes the sexy "stranger" is his childhood best friend, Ramona. He's spent years convincing himself that she deserves more than a former rebel with a scarred past. But all it takes is one stormy night in a deserted cabin with Ramona to make the fierce lawman change his mind.Falling for Joe is a risk veterinarian Ramona Santiago knows she shouldn't take. Everyone she's trusted has let her down and left her alone...except him. Can she possibly hope that she and Joe were always meant to be more than friends?
Ramping Up: A Mavrick Allstar Novel
by Zoe DawsonThe world of extreme sports just got a little steamier! Zoe Dawson's pulse-pounding, emotional series follows the wily young female agents of Mavrick Allstars as they chase their dreams--and meet the chiseled athletes who make them come true. Helena "Lena" Mavrick is ready to prove that she can play with the big boys. Working at her father's internationally renowned agency, Mavrick Allstars, Lena sets her sights on one of the most coveted phenoms out there: a twenty-four-year-old surfer caught ripping it in a viral skateboarding video. Signing him would be a huge win--and his marketing appeal isn't the only thing that makes Lena's heart skip a beat. Trouble is, fraternizing with the client is against company policy. Professional surfer Gunner Smith lives under the absolute control of his coach--until he takes the ultimate risk and starts over as a skateboarder. Gunner swore he wouldn't give up his freedom again, but Lena's out-of-the-blue offer makes him think long and hard. She's smart, she's bold, she's got sponsors lined up around the corner--plus she's drop-dead gorgeous. He's just not sure his coach will let him get away that easily, because he's not just Gunner's coach, he's also his father. Gunner is used to hiding his tortured past. But when his steamy affair with Lena threatens their future, he must decide whether he will sacrifice everything for the woman who's stolen his heart. Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Ramón and Julieta (Love & Tacos #1)
by Alana Quintana AlbertsonA PopSugar and BookBub Most Anticipated Romance of 2022!When fate and tacos bring Ramón and Julieta together on the Day of the Dead, the star-crossed pair must make a choice: accept the bitter food rivalry that drives them apart or surrender to a love that consumes them—perfect for fans of Jane the Virgin!Ramón Montez always achieves his goals. Whether that means collecting Ivy League degrees or growing his father&’s fast-food empire, nothing sets Ramón off course. So when the sexy señorita who kissed him on the Day of the Dead runs off into the night with his heart, he determines to do whatever it takes to find her again. Celebrity chef Julieta Campos has sacrificed everything to save her sea-to-table taqueria from closing. To her horror, she discovers that her new landlord is none other than the magnetic mariachi she hooked up with on Dia de los Muertos. Even worse, it was his father who stole her mother&’s taco recipe decades ago. Julieta has no choice but to work with Ramón, the man who destroyed her life&’s work—and the one man who tempts and inspires her. As San Diego&’s outraged community protests against the Taco King takeover and the divide between their families grows, Ramón and Julieta struggle to balance the rising tensions. But Ramón knows that true love is priceless and despite all of his successes, this is the one battle he refuses to lose.
Ranch Ambush (Marshals of Mesa Point #1)
by Barb HanFor a US marshal, going home meansprotecting a woman from his past Fourteen years after the girl Duke Remington loved disappeared, the US marshal comes home to discover that Audrey Newcastle is in mortal danger. Protecting Audrey, now a sheriff&’s deputy, rekindles painful memories and unwelcome desire. But as secrets from Audrey&’s mysterious past surface, Duke must find a way to earn her trust and stop a killer lying in wait to complete a final act of vengeance…From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the Marshals of Mesa Point series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Ranch AmbushBook 2: Bounty Hunted
Ranch Bacchetta Magica
by Valentina Impellizzeri Caroline MickelsonFiona Cantrell è una donna con una missione. Per la precisione, è una Fata Madrina con una missione. Il suo sogno di trasferirsi a Londra sta per realizzarsi e tra lei e il suo nuovo lavoro restano solo alcune valigie da preparare. O quantomeno questo è quello che pensa, fin quando il suo ex capo va a farle visita e le assegna una piccola missione da portare a termine prima di partire per l'Europa. La sua nuova missione è un affascinante cowboy di nome Cody, i suoi nipotini pestiferi e una montagna di panni sporchi da lavare... e tutto questo non sarebbe un problema per una Fata Madrina degna di questo nome. Mentre Fiona tenta di occuparsi del bucato e dei ragazzi, impara in fretta di non essere immune al fascino notevole di Cody. Deve compiere uno sforzo immane per restare concentrata sul suo compito, per poter andare a Londra in seguito. Ma quando avviene una tragedia, Fiona capisce che ci vorrà ben più della semplice magia che possiede per salvare una vita e guarire il proprio cuore spezzato.
Ranch Hideout: Dangerous Testimony Ranch Hideout Final Verdict (Smoky Mountain Secrets)
by Sandra RobbinsIn this inspirational romantic suspense, a witness in a criminal trial falls in love with the government agent assigned to protect her.A key witness in an impending criminal trial, Liz Madison Kennedy finds refuge at a friend’s ranch in rural Tennessee. But when she faces down an attacker in a parking lot, she fears her hideout location has been compromised. The handsome stranger who saves her life makes Liz feel safe for the first time in ages. Undercover FBI agent Gabriel Decker has one mission: make sure Liz lives to testify. But with her location leaked, he can’t keep his identity hidden from her. Once his secret’s revealed, though, Liz no longer seems to trust him—or their fledgling friendship. Yet with a relentless killer in pursuit as they flee into the mountains, Gabriel is all who stands between her and a deadly bullet.