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One Husband Needed (Hope Valley Brides)
by Jeanne AllanWorth Lassiter had spent his life watching out for his sisters. But now they were all happily married and he was free. Free to have the adventures he'd always dreamed about. Until single mom Elizabeth Randall and her baby son entered his life...Elizabeth had told herself a husband was the last thing she needed. But she couldn't ignore her baby's smile whenever Worth came near-or how her body reacted to his kisses. Still, she wasn't going to be the one to tie Worth down. Unless, of course, that was exactly what he wanted...
One Husband Required!
by Sharon KendrickRule number 3: For the perfect wedding...pick the right man!Ursula O'Neil had found the right man long ago-her boss. But she'd kept her feelings to herself because she'd assumed Ross Sheridan was married, with a gorgeous daughter, Katie.Then Ursula discovered that Ross was actually a single dad in desperate need of her help. Since she adored Katie, she was happy to become a stand-in mom. But with mutual physical attraction overwhelming both herself and Ross, was she also about to become Ross's stand-in wife?Three brides in search of the perfect dress-and the perfect husband!
The One I Love to Hate (The Romano Sisters #1)
by Amanda WeaverDon’t hate the player…Achieve lifelong dream of becoming a reporter? Check.Land dream job working with her idol at the Brooklyn Daily Post? Check.Navigate working across the street from her college nemesis?Okay, yes, hate the player.But Jessica Romano doesn’t have time to be bothered by the likes of Alex Drake. She’s struck up a fiery online flirtation with a mystery man and—thanks to Alex’s family’s gossip website, competitor Click News—she also has a newspaper to save.But she is bothered by Alex. She’s bothered by the fact that Click News keeps scooping the Daily Post’s stories. And by how Alex always gets what he wants.And she’s really bothered by how she can’t seem to stop staring at his stupid, sexy face.Or how their competitive banter is starting to sound like familiar foreplay.Suddenly Jess isn’t just bothered by Alex; she’s hot and bothered. Hot sex and swoony romance are almost enough to make her forget the vast divide between old media and new…and the Romanos from Brooklyn and the Drakes of Manhattan.One-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you’re looking for with an HEA/HFN. It’s a promise!This book is approximately 87,000 words
The One I Want
by Nancy WarrenLucky for Chloe Flynt, everyone knows its easier to get out of a bad relationship than it is to get in one. But when it comes to hot, steamy, long-lasting passion, even Chloe is at a loss--until this British playgirl comes face to face with a true-blue Texas cowboy who tempts her to toss away her commitment-phobic habits once and for all to join him for a walk down the aisle. . . Falling in love is much harder than breaking up. . . With three broken engagements under her oh so fashionable belt, its high time London party girl Chloe Flynt gets a job. Unfortunately, Chloe isnt exactly qualified for anything, except dumping a Mr. Wrong or two (or three!) with a little dignity. Realizing she needs a new beginning, she lands in Austin, Texas, and opens a company helping other people do the dirty work of breaking up. . . Too bad Chloes tall, tough-talking, and take-charge landlord, Matthew Tanner, isnt interested in her expertise. Because anyone can see that his girlfriend is clearly all wrong for him. Not that Chloe cares. She and Matthew have nothing in common--other than that mind-blowing attraction, that is. But when his girlfriend requests Chloes services, all hell breaks loose. If theres one thing Chloe knows for sure, its that just because shes good at breaking up bad relationships doesnt mean she has a talent for putting together good ones. Maybe its finally time she gives it a try. . . Nancy Warren spent a hot summer in Austin and knew she wanted to set a book in that wonderful city. It was fun to give her outsiders perspective to another outsider--Londoner Chloe Flynt who first appeared in British Bad Boys. Nancy normally lives in the Pacific Northwest where summers tend to be a lot cooler--and wetter. Shes an avid hiker, a yoga practitioner and new member of the Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA). You can find her on the web at nancywarren. net.
The One I Want
by Nancy WarrenLucky for Chloe Flynt, everyone knows it's easier to get out of a bad relationship than it is to get in one. But when it comes to hot, steamy, long-lasting passion, even Chloe is at a loss--until this British playgirl comes face to face with a true-blue Texas cowboy who tempts her to toss away her commitment-phobic habits once and for all to join him for a walk down the aisle. . . Falling in love is much harder than breaking up. . . With three broken engagements under her oh so fashionable belt, it's high time London party girl Chloe Flynt gets a job. Unfortunately, Chloe isn't exactly qualified for anything, except dumping a Mr. Wrong or two (or three!) with a little dignity. Realizing she needs a new beginning, she lands in Austin, Texas, and opens a company helping other people do the dirty work of breaking up. . . Too bad Chloe's tall, tough-talking, and take-charge landlord, Matthew Tanner, isn't interested in her expertise. Because anyone can see that his girlfriend is clearly all wrong for him. Not that Chloe cares. She and Matthew have nothing in common--other than that mind-blowing attraction, that is. But when his girlfriend requests Chloe's services, all hell breaks loose. If there's one thing Chloe knows for sure, it's that just because she's good at breaking up bad relationships doesn't mean she has a talent for putting together good ones. Maybe it's finally time she gives it a try. . .
One Illicit Night
by Sophia JamesAfter one uncharacteristically wicked night, the once-reckless Eleanor Bracewell-Lowen now leads a safe and prudent life. On his return to London's high society, Lord Cristo Wellingham looks different from the man she knew so briefly in Paris, but he is still as magnetic…. In his cold amber eyes Eleanor detects something she has seen mirrored in her own—longing. His touch invites passion, but this is a man who could destroy her good name with just one glance….
One in a Billion
by Beth KeryThe discovery that corporate mogul Lincoln DuBois had left her half his company rocked Deidre Kavanaugh's world. After all, she'd only just learned that the billionaire could be her real father. And with his right-hand man, Nick Malone, up in arms, claiming her share of the inheritance wouldn't be easy.Charismatic tycoon Nick Malone had his doubts about Deidre's paternity claim, but it was hard to remain aloof when all he wanted to do was kiss her! Nick couldn't seem to stop wanting to protect the rebellious beauty-or silence the desire to make her his own. And if her claim was true, Nick could lose half his inheritance. So why was he focusing on what he could gain...a lifetime of love with the woman of his dreams?
One in a Million (Rivalries #1)
by Janet DaileyYellowstone meets Dallas against the backdrop of Texas horse country, as the death of a patriarch leaves his rich and powerful ranching family dynasty at odds, a high-stakes reining competition in the balance, and forbidden attractions in the mix. Fans of Linda Lael Miller, Danielle Steel, and Diana Palmer will devour this soapy saga filled to the brim with Texas-style drama, corruption, money, and sizzling affairs. Frank Culhane may be the wealthy patriarch of one of Texas&’ most prestigious families, but his party girl daughter, Jasmine, is only interested in the money the ranch brings in—and the cowboys. Until the day she heads to the stables in search of their hot horse trainer and instead discovers her daddy&’s body in their prize stallion&’s box stall. Roper&’s rodeo career was cut short by an injury. Now, he&’s hungry to compete in reining events, like the prized forthcoming Run for a Million. In the meantime, until his family can afford their own breeding business, he&’s got to work for the rich ranchers who snub them—including the Culhanes. But when an autopsy reveals Frank was murdered, Roper lands on the list of possible suspects. A city outsider, Detective Sam Rafferty&’s investigation propels him into a tangle of simmering rivalries. For the ranch is now in the hands of an explosive partnership: Frank&’s young, glamourous second wife, Lila, and his scorned first wife, Madeline. Lila has a genuine passion for ranching. Madeline is determined to destroy her. Through Sam&’s interviews, more tensions surface—there are Madeline&’s grown children who&’ve been bypassed for control of the ranch, the socially dismissed McKennas, and the breeders, politicians, and gangsters ready to profit from Frank&’s death. But tricky alliances are also brewing. While Lila and Roper clash, they discover a fire beneath their sparring. And with a killer still at large, the heat between Jasmine and Sam could put the case, and all their futures, on the line . . .
One in a Million
by Abby Gaines Marisa CarrollNO ORDINARY MANby Abby GainesRace car driver Eli Ward is happiest behind the wheel...when he isn't being pursued by too many eligible females. But ever since he asked Jennifer Ashby to pose as his girlfriend, the happy-go-lucky racing star has eyes only for her. Except Jen's no starry-eyed fan. If Eli wants to winthisrace, he'll have to show her that their fantasy romance is the real thing.... DAISY CHAINby Marisa CarrollBillionaire businessman Quinn Parrish is used to women falling at his feet. But when pregnant hairstylist Daisy Brookshire faints right in front of him, his life changes overnight. Getting the wary mother-to-be to trust him will take some fancy footwork...especially if he wants to convince her that he's the husband she needs.
One in a Million
by Beverley KendallShe&’s got everything planned—including when she&’ll have kids. Until something completely unplanned turns her world upside down. World-famous Whitney &“Sahara&” Richardson is at the top of her game. With four Grammys, an Oscar nod, and a billion-dollar clothing line, her career is skyrocketing. Even her headline-grabbing dating life is looking up. And if everything goes as planned, marriage and children are just a few years away—and they will come in that order. That is…until a mix-up at the fertility clinic where her eggs are stored puts the cart before the horse. Oops. Whitney suddenly has a daughter…whose biological father is reluctant to share her.One in a Million is a fun celebrity rom-com with the poignancy of Abby Jimenez and a modern twist on &“surprise baby&” for fans of Jasmine Guillory. &“A smart, sexy rom-com that had me chuckling from the first page. I loved it.&” —BRENDA JACKSON, New York Times bestselling author, on Token
One in a Million: A fun, spicy romcom from the author of Token
by Beverley KendallA fun, spicy romcom with the poignancy of Abby Jimenez and a modern twist on &“surprise baby&” for fans of Jasmine Guillory. 'A strong supporting cast and complex subplots reinforce Kendall's spicy romance that probes issues of identity, commitment, and modern family dynamics' SHELF AWARENESS Megastar Whitney &“Sahara&” Richardson has everything planned - including when she&’ll have kids. But a medical mix-up makes her the biological mother of a child she didn&’t carry and whose father she&’s never met. World-famous Whitney &“Sahara&” Richardson is at the top of her game. With four Grammys, an Oscar nod, and a half-billion-dollar clothing line, her career is skyrocketing. Even her headline-grabbing dating life is looking up. And if everything goes as planned, marriage and children are just a few years away. However, a mix-up at the fertility clinic where her eggs are stored puts the cart before the horse, and Sahara suddenly has a daughter... whose biological father is reluctant to share.Praise for Token 'Fresh, sexy and funny.' heat 'A funny, satisfying read full of sparkling banter and thoughtful social commentary.' Shauna Robinson 'The most delicious blend of a *very* heated novel, the dynamics of an age old and rock-solid friendship, the complexities that come with being a Black woman in any workspace and a romance that could melt any heart. Token had me rapt from the very first page with it&’s humour and intelligence - I absolutely adored it' Ore Agbaje-Williams 'Brimming with angst, banter, and a fiery chemistry.' Taj McCoy 'This romance has it all - flirty banter, deep emotion, and a smart, sassy heroine.' Jennifer Probst 'A smart, sexy rom-com that had me chuckling from the first page. I loved it.' Brenda Jackson 'Token is a smart and sexy romantic comedy...that is quick-witted, funny, and dives into contemporary social issues.' BuzzFeed
One in a Million
by Susan Mallery#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery, a fan--favorite story reminding us that sometimes the greatest love is the one you least expect. Stephanie Wynne has given up on finding a man who can help her raise her kids instead of acting like one himself--as her late husband did most of the time. No, she's in control of her own life now. Maybe she's just a little lonely, but there are temporary solutions for that... FBI negotiator Nash Harmon is trained to be cool and detached in every situation. But when he comes to Stephanie's B and B he finds that something about her lively family just draws him in. For the first time in a long time, he starts to realize why people have ties... Book 9 in Susan Mallery's Hometown Heartbreakers series Previously Published.
One in a Million
by Susan MalleryNo tenía nada en contra de mantener una relación sin ataduras, pero su corazón no tardó en pedirle algo más. Stephanie Wynne era una mujer acostumbrada a vivir a toda velocidad, hasta que el agente del FBI Nash Harmon se alojó en su pequeño hotel y despertó sus fantasías. Cuando por fin se besaron de verdad, Stephanie decidió poner algunas reglas. No había ningún problema en compartir sensuales conversaciones de cama, pero ni hablar de amor. Parecía que nada podía sorprender a Nash hasta que aquella mujer le hizo perder el control; le enloqueció las hormonas y el corazón. Es un relato lleno de romance, pasión y sentimientos desatados, que reflejan en gran medida las características de la sociedad moderna.
One in a Million: A Dad For Her Twins (Hometown Heartbreakers #9)
by Susan MallerySometimes love shows up where you least expect it…maybe even right to your front door in this fan-favorite story from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery!Stephanie Wynne has given up on finding a man who can help her raise her kids instead of acting like one himself—as her late husband did most of the time. No, she’s in control of her own life now. Maybe she’s just a little lonely, but there are temporary solutions for that…FBI negotiator Nash Harmon is trained to be cool and detached in every situation. But when he comes to Stephanie’s Bed & Breakfast, he finds that something about her lively family just draws him in. For the first time in a long time, he starts to realize why people have ties…Originally published in 2003
One in a Million: Another sexy and fun romance from Jill Shalvis! (Lucky Harbor #12)
by Jill ShalvisFans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis' Lucky Harbor series. This is the twelfth and final captivating novel, laced with Jill's trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. As the brains behind wedding site TyingTheKnot.com, Callie sees it all: from the ring to the dress, the smiles...to the tears. It's that last part that keeps her single and not looking. Getting left at the altar will do that to a girl. But when Callie returns to her old hometown, she finds that her sweet high school crush is sexier than ever. And he makes it hard to remember why she's sworn off love... Tanner is a deep-sea diver with a wild, adrenaline-junkie past - and now his teenage son is back in his life. How can Tanner be a role model when he's still paying for his own mistakes? It's hard enough that gorgeous Callie has appeared in town like a beautiful dream, challenging his best-laid plans to keep his heart on lockdown. Though there's something about being around her again that makes him feel like he can be the man she - and his son - deserve. Little Lucky Harbor holds their past; can it hold a beautiful new future?Want more sexy, fun romance? Return to Sunshine, Idaho for more of the captivating Animal Magnetism series, visit spellbinding Lucky Harbor or take a trip to Cedar Ridge's unforgettable Colorado Mountains in Jill's other bestselling series.
One in a Million and Love, Texas Style: One In A Million Love, Texas Style
by Ruth Jean Dale Kimberly Raye2 BRAND-NEW, FULL-LENGTH NOVELSONE IN A MILLIONLike taking candy from a baby. Not!Sophie Brannigan-a four-year-old "penny pincher"-is the prime suspect in the theft of a one-cent coin. Quint Sterling is hot on her trail, and that of her mother, Amber-because both penny and woman are one in a million. He soon discovers he's no match for the little girl, but Amber is another story...LOVE, TEXAS STYLEEven cowgirls get the blues...New York lawyer Suzanne Hillsbury is looking for love in all the wrong places. So, inspired by a commercial for a Wild West getaway, she decides what she needs is an honest to goodness cowboy, one who believes in hard work, old-fashioned values...and looks good in a pair of tight jeans. Sexy Brett Maxwell seems to be just the man she's been looking for. But little does she guess that under Brett's Western bravado, he's more of a city slicker than she is...
One in Vermilion
by Kris T. BethkeWyatt Janson needed a change of scenery in the worst way, so he packed up his dog and moved to a small tourist town. When he spots a man in a vermilion beanie, he’s intrigued. Why would someone would wear such a hat in the middle of summer? Their paths keep crossing, and Wyatt soon learns that Truitt Rackley owns a dog grooming and training service. It’s the perfect opportunity for Wyatt to meet Tru.What begins as friendship quickly blossoms into more. But Tru’s happy demeanor hides a sad past. The hat he wears is only one part of it. Tru needs Wyatt’s support as he deals with the fallout, and Wyatt is glad to be able to provide it. Now that he’s found Tru, he knows he’ll do whatever he must to keep him. Can two broken men find the happily ever after they’ve been searching for?
One Intrepid SEAL: Endangered Heiress (crisis: Cattle Barge, Book 2) / One Intrepid Seal (mission: Six, Book 1) (Mission: Six #1)
by Elle JamesThis SEAL found his target…then lost his heartNavy SEAL “Diesel” Dalton Samuel Landon can see that Reese Brantley is no damsel in distress. But his mission is clear—infiltrate the hostile rebels’ jungle hideout in Africa and rescue Reese and her boss. Separated from his team—and her boss—Diesel and Reese are on the run. Bullets fly, but risking his life is part of the job. Struggling with their hotter-than-the-jungle attraction, though, proves the real danger is losing his heart.
One Italian Summer: an irresistible, escapist love story set in Italy - the perfect summer read
by Catherine ManganEscape to Italy this summer and fall in love with the perfect holiday romance!When Lily's long-term relationship ends, she flees her life in New York to travel to her best friend's wedding on the sun-drenched Italian island of Ischia - but could there be more to the secluded island than she ever imagined?Ten days with nothing but sparkling seas, breath-taking beaches and delicious food sounds like the perfect cure for a broken heart. And Lily can hardly believe she'd never heard of Ischia before now. But Lily's blissful break is short-lived as she discovers not only has she lost her boyfriend, she's also lost her job.As Lily searches for inspiration, she connects with local Matt, who shows her the magic the beautiful Italian island has to offer, and quickly inspiration strikes: Ischia needs more tourists and Lily knows just how to help.As Ischia slowly heals Lily's heart, will she in turn inject new life into the island? And will local Matt offer the possibility of a future she'd never dreamed of?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen Swan
One Italian Summer: an irresistible, escapist love story set in Italy - the perfect summer read
by Catherine ManganEscape to Italy this summer and fall in love with the perfect holiday romance!When Lily's long-term relationship ends, she flees her life in New York to travel to her best friend's wedding on the sun-drenched Italian island of Ischia - but could there be more to the secluded island than she ever imagined?Ten days with nothing but sparkling seas, breath-taking beaches and delicious food sounds like the perfect cure for a broken heart. And Lily can hardly believe she'd never heard of Ischia before now. But Lily's blissful break is short-lived as she discovers not only has she lost her boyfriend, she's also lost her job.As Lily searches for inspiration, she connects with local Matt, who shows her the magic the beautiful Italian island has to offer, and quickly inspiration strikes: Ischia needs more tourists and Lily knows just how to help.As Ischia slowly heals Lily's heart, will she in turn inject new life into the island? And will local Matt offer the possibility of a future she'd never dreamed of?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen Swan
One Italian Summer: A magical, escapist read that will break your heart and put it back together again
by Rebecca Serle'An extraordinary, beautiful, magical book' JILL MANSELL The heartbreaking new novel from the author of the international bestseller In Five Years When Katy's mother dies, she is left reeling. Carol wasn't just Katy's mum, but her best friend and first phone call. She had all the answers and now, when Katy needs her the most, she is gone. To make matters worse, the mother-daughter trip of a lifetime looms: two weeks in Positano, the magical town where Carol spent the summer before she met Katy's father. Katy has been waiting years for Carol to take her, and now she is faced with embarking on the adventure alone. But as soon as she steps foot on the Amalfi Coast, Katy begins to feel her mother's spirit. Buoyed by the stunning waters, beautiful cliffsides, delightful residents, and - of course - delectable food, Katy feels herself coming back to life. And then Carol appears, healthy and sun-tanned... and thirty years old. Katy doesn't understand what is happening, or how - all she can focus on is that somehow, impossibly, she has her mother back. Over the course of one Italian summer, Katy gets to know Carol, not as her mother, but as the young woman who came before. But can we ever truly know our parents? Soon Katy must reconcile the mother who knew everything with the young woman who does not yet have a clue.Rebecca Serle's next great love story is here, and this time it's between a mother and daughter. With her signature 'heartbreaking and poignant' (Glamour) prose, Serle has crafted a transcendent novel about how we move on after loss, and how the people we love never truly leave us.
One Italian Summer: the instant New York Times bestseller
by Rebecca SerleThe heartbreaking new novel from the author of the international bestseller In Five Years When Katy's mother dies, she is left reeling. Carol wasn't just Katy's mum, but her best friend and first phone call. She had all the answers and now, when Katy needs her the most, she is gone. To make matters worse, the mother-daughter trip of a lifetime looms: two weeks in Positano, the magical town where Carol spent the summer before she met Katy's father. Katy has been waiting years for Carol to take her, and now she is faced with embarking on the adventure alone. But as soon as she steps foot on the Amalfi Coast, Katy begins to feel her mother's spirit. Buoyed by the stunning waters, beautiful cliffsides, delightful residents, and - of course - delectable food, Katy feels herself coming back to life. And then Carol appears, healthy and sun-tanned... and thirty years old. Katy doesn't understand what is happening, or how - all she can focus on is that somehow, impossibly, she has her mother back. Over the course of one Italian summer, Katy gets to know Carol, not as her mother, but as the young woman who came before. But can we ever truly know our parents? Soon Katy must reconcile the mother who knew everything with the young woman who does not yet have a clue.Rebecca Serle's next great love story is here, and this time it's between a mother and daughter. With her signature 'heartbreaking and poignant' (Glamour) prose, Serle has crafted a transcendent novel about how we move on after loss, and how the people we love never truly leave us. ~*~ PRAISE FOR IN FIVE YEARS ~*~'Smart, emotional, intriguing and compelling - I loved it!' JILL MANSELL'Full of twists and turns, this is a heart-breaking yet uplifting story about love and friendship, and is one of this year's must-reads' HEAT MAGAZINE 5*'What a clever, beautiful, special book. The writing is stunning, the concept is so original - it just has everything going for it. I loved every page!' BETH O'LEARY'Heartbreaking and poignant' GLAMOUR'I loved In Five Years. A beautiful, intelligent story about friendships and love' CLARE MACKINTOSH(P) Simon & Schuster Audio
One Italian Summer: A Novel
by Rebecca SerleINSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In this &“magical trip worth taking&” (Associated Press), the New York Times bestselling author of In Five Years returns with a powerful novel about the transformational love between mothers and daughters set on the breathtaking Amalfi Coast.When Katy&’s mother dies, she is left reeling. Carol wasn&’t just Katy&’s mom, but her best friend and first phone call. She had all the answers and now, when Katy needs her the most, she is gone. To make matters worse, their planned mother-daughter trip of a lifetime looms: to Positano, the magical town where Carol spent the summer right before she met Katy&’s father. Katy has been waiting years for Carol to take her, and now she is faced with embarking on the adventure alone. But as soon as she steps foot on the Amalfi Coast, Katy begins to feel her mother&’s spirit. Buoyed by the stunning waters, beautiful cliffsides, delightful residents, and, of course, delectable food, Katy feels herself coming back to life. And then Carol appears—in the flesh, healthy, sun-tanned, and thirty years old. Katy doesn&’t understand what is happening, or how—all she can focus on is that she has somehow, impossibly, gotten her mother back. Over the course of one Italian summer, Katy gets to know Carol, not as her mother, but as the young woman before her. She is not exactly who Katy imagined she might be, however, and soon Katy must reconcile the mother who knew everything with the young woman who does not yet have a clue. &“Rebecca Serle is known for her powerful stories that tug at the heartstrings—and her latest is just as unforgettable&” (Woman&’s World) as it effortlessly shows us how to move on after loss, and how the people we love never truly leave us.
The One I've Waited For (The Crystal Series #3)
by Mary B. MorrisonIn New York Times bestselling author Mary B. Morrison's unforgettable series, the fiercely sexy Crystal women bring ultimate drama and shattering choices home with a vengeance . . . Now that she's happily married-for-security, there's nothing Mercedes Crystal won't do to hold on to what she’s got. She didn't sweat it when her rich businessman husband had a down-and-dirty ego-boosting affair. But she's not going to stand for him falling in love with luscious Arizona Remington—or Arizona unleashing all kinds of shenanigans to keep him. And Mercedes' take-no-prisoners ways are just what her siblings need to take down all those out to game them . . . Gorgeous Devereaux Crystal has the hottest show on television that demands the majority of her time. She’s in-love with her financially challenged fiancé but is tiring of supporting him. Before she walks down the aisle, Mercedes convinces Devereaux to do a background check on Phoenix. The discovery is devastating. Devereaux knows she has to let Phoenix go . . . and she'll need every weapon imaginable not to take him back . . . Now with her mother and sisters at her back, Devereaux is flipping the script and turning betrayal into beneficial options. And as the scandalous fallouts threaten all the Crystal women's futures—including sister, Alexis, whose lies are catching up with her, the baby girl, Sandara, whose children’s father demand part of her newfound fortune, and matriarch Blake, who’s struggling to grab her own happy ending—their bond will be tested past its limits . . .
One Kind Man: Book 2 in the uplifting Ellindale Saga (Ellindale Series)
by Anna JacobsJust one man can make all the difference . . .1931, Lancashire:When Finn Carlisle loses his wife and unborn child, he spends a few years travelling to keep the sad memories at bay. Just as he's ready to settle down again, his great-uncle dies and leaves everything to him. This includes Heythorpe House in Ellindale just down the road from Leah Willcox and her little fizzy drink factory.Finn finds a village of people in dire need of jobs, a house that hasn't been cleaned or lived in for thirty years and Reggie, an eleven-year-old who's run away from the nearby orphanage and its brutal Director Buddle. When Finn sees the marks left by regular beatings, he decides Reggie will never go back there.But Buddle has other plans for the child, and will stop at nothing to get Reggie back in his cruel grasp. Finn's new neighbours help him save Reggie but other surprises throw his new plans into turmoil.***********Praise for the Ellindale series'One of the most lovely and heartwarming books I have ever read!' - 5 STARS - Between the Pages 'A book of family, love, friendship and loyalty' - 5 STARS - Stardust Book Reviews'I was gripped from the very first word on the very first page and I wasn't released until the last word on the last page . . . When I finished I felt like I had been through an emotional wringer' - 5 STARS - Ginger Book Geek***********What readers are saying about ONE KIND MAN'Brilliant' - 5-STARS'Loved it, can't wait for the next one' - 5-STARS'Another excellent read from Anna Jacobs' - 5-STARS