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Out of Nowhere
by Beverly BirdThe beautiful Philadelphia socialite with the drop-dead attitude wasn’t exactly the kind of murder suspect Fox Whittington was used to. He couldn’t figure out whether he should haul her off to jail—or just take her in his arms and kiss her senseless….Tara Cole had to find out who wanted her most precious family heirloom badly enough to kill for it. Just one thing stood in her way—a disturbingly handsome policeman with a soft Southern drawl and a steel-trap mind. And the trouble was, she couldn’t keep her mind—or her hands—off him….
Out of Nowhere
by Sandra BrownFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown comes an emotional thriller where the lives of a young mother and a high-rolling consultant collide under devastating circumstances—culminating in a desperate manhunt that will change their futures forever. At a Texas county fair, amidst carousels and a bustling midway, children&’s book author Elle Portman is enjoying a rare night out with her favorite cowboy: her two-year-old son, Charlie. But just as they&’re about to head home, the unthinkable happens: a shooter opens fire into the crowd, causing widespread panic to erupt all around them. Also caught in the melee was corporate consultant Calder Hudson. Arrogant, self-centered, and high off his latest career win, he&’s frustrated and confused when he wakes up in the hospital after undergoing emergency surgery on his arm. The doctor tells him that he was lucky—that as far as gunshot wounds go, he pulled through remarkably well. Others weren&’t so lucky, which instills in Calder a furious determination to get justice . . . a goal shared by Elle. Their chance encounter at the police station leads to a surprising and inexplicable gravitation to one another, but even as the attraction grows, Elle and Calder can&’t help but wonder if the unimaginable tragedy that brought them together is too painful and too complicated to sustain—especially while the shooter remains at large.Includes a Reading Group Guide.
Out of Nowhere (Middle Of Somewhere Ser. #2)
by Roan ParrishMiddle of Somewhere: Book TwoThe only thing in Colin Mulligan's life that makes sense is taking cars apart and putting them back together. In the auto shop where he works with his father and brothers, he tries to get through the day without having a panic attack or flying into a rage. Drinking helps. So does running and lifting weights until he can hardly stand. But none of it can change the fact that he's gay, a secret he has kept from everyone. Rafael Guerrera has found ways to live with the past he's ashamed of. He's dedicated his life to social justice work and to helping youth who, like him, had very little growing up. He has no time for love. Hell, he barely has time for himself. Somehow, everything about miserable, self-destructive Colin cries out to him. But down that path lie the troubles Rafe has worked so hard to leave behind. And as their relationship intensifies, Rafe and Colin are forced to dredge up secrets that both men would prefer stay buried.
Out of Nowhere
by Robin H. PineSeth tries to do his job the best he can. Yes, he’s the head of the company; yes, his meetings include playing poker; and yes, it works out fine. This time is no different, even though the news is more worrying than usual. But he’s going to take it one step at the time and be just fine. It’s more of the same in the end -- talk to these people, arrange that meeting, and don’t panic anybody. The stakes are higher, but it’s nothing he hasn’t done before. And he gets to spend time at the fire station with Connor. Seth should be good.And there’s nothing out of the ordinary on Connor’s end. It’s a normal day, spent doing normal things, with the normal people. He happens to love his life and, though some things could be better, they could also be way worse. Connor is satisfied, and nothing is going to change that.Everything is going according to plan. There’s no reason to believe that anything has to change. Right?
Out of Nowhere
by Rebecca YorkSHE CAME INTO HIS LIFE FROM OUT OF NOWHERE...And landed right into his murder investigation. Spy-turneddetective Max Dakota had seen it all-until he rescued a beautiful blonde who plunged off a Florida bridge. She had no memory, no ID-nothing but an unusual tattoo she kept hidden.One thing was certain: The woman he dubbed Annie was no damsel in distress. She could pick locks and shoot guns, and her hands were downright lethal. Especially when they touched him. Heat lightning crackled between them, turning Max's icy-blue eyes to fire. As much as he distrusted her, he wanted her. Intensely. Passionately.But the sexy virgin was five and a half feet of contradictions. And Max knew his safety depended on solving his toughest case in a hurry: Who was this woman?
Out of Office
by A.H. CunninghamA.H. Cunningham dazzles in this sensual vacation romance exploring what happens when you step out of the office, take a chance on yourself—and discover your deepest desires.Genevieve Raymond was born an overachiever. After opening a hot new hotel chain location in Panama, she&’s on track for a major promotion. But first, she desperately needs a break, even if her overbearing mother doesn&’t approve. For two glorious weeks, Gen&’s giving herself permission to explore the beautiful beaches of Colón—and the stimulating attraction she shares with her sexy-as-hell driver, Adrián Nicolas.After a family tragedy, Adrián's recently shifted his own focus to prioritizing the life part of a healthy work-life balance. To workaholic Gen, Adrián&’s laid-back devotion to his family&’s hometown hostel couldn&’t be more appealing. Their long-term goals might not align, but two weeks in paradise only calls for seductive physical chemistry, and Gen and Adrián have got that, without a doubt.But when their intimate connection flourishes beyond sunsets and spice, Gen finds herself questioning whether the career path she&’s been on is even where she wants to be. With continents between them, a real relationship doesn&’t feel possible. Until fate reveals their futures might be more closely woven than they thought, leaving them wondering whether a two-week fling might have what it takes to last forever.From showing up to glowing up, these characters are on the path to leading their best lives and finding sizzling romance along the way.Don&’t miss these other fun titles from Afterglow Books:The (Fake) Dating Game by Timothy JanovskyThe Bookbinder&’s Guide to Love by Katherine GarberaThe Devil in Blue Jeans by Stacey KennedyFrenemy Fix-Up by Yahrah St. JohnThe Boyfriend Subscription by Steven SalvatoreManila Takes Manhattan by Carla de GuzmanFake Flame by Adele Buck
Out of Order
by Barbara DunlopFree-spirited? Of course. Unorthodox? Surely!Jailbird? No way. Until the cops come with irresistible proof-and handcuffs!Yep, Shelby Jacobs is busted for gunrunning-but all she knows is that her boss is a jerk. More temp jobs won't cover her bail-or even get a decent lawyer. Luckily, Shelby's roommate's fiance's partner (don't ask) can take the case. Trouble is, the feelings Dallas Williams stirs in Shelby are quite indecent-especially as she knows she'll never fit into his structured world.Still, since Shelby always pays her debts, she takes a temporary job with Dallas's irm-and promptly starts interfering with his other cases. Will her impulsive ways lead to another fall?And does she care?
Out of Order (The Survivor's Club #1)
by Casey LawrenceA Survivor's Club NovelCorinna "Corey" Nguyen's life seems perfectly average for a closeted bisexual whiz kid with her eyes on college and a budding romance with her friend Kate. Sixteen and navigating senior year with her tight-knit group of best friends through crushes, breakups, and pregnancy scares, Corey mistakenly believes that running for valedictorian and choosing the right college are the worst of her worries. That is, until prom night, when she's left alone and in shock, hiding inside a diner restroom, the only witness to a multiple homicide. With graduation looming, the pressure is on for Corey to identify the killer and ensure that the crime that has changed her life forever will not go unpunished.
Out of Order
by Casey LawrenceCorinna “Corey” Nguyen’s life seems perfectly average for a closeted bisexual whiz kid with her eyes on college and a budding romance with her friend Kate. Sixteen years old and navigating senior year with her tight-knit group of best friends through crushes, breakups, and pregnancy scares, Corey mistakenly believes that running for valedictorian, choosing the right college, and coming out of the closet are the biggest things she has to worry about.That is, until prom night, when she’s left alone and in shock, hiding inside a diner bathroom, the only witness to a multiple homicide.With graduation looming and all eyes on her, the pressure is on for Corey to identify the killer and ensure the crime that has changed her life forever will not go unpunished.
Out of Practice (The Breakup Doctor Series #4)
by Phoebe FoxWhen your relationship is on life support, the Breakup Doctor is on call: “Fresh, funny, and real—I adored it!” —Beth Kendrick, author of Cure for the Common Breakup If love is a battlefield, then therapist Brook Ogden, aka the Breakup Doctor, is the cavalry. She counsels those with broken hearts—and luckily, her own love life is now in full recovery. After a long, tortuous road, she and Ben Garrett are finally headed down the aisle. But when a local TV personality—and former frenemy—invites Brook onto her show, she’s blindsided live on the air when the interview turns into an act of long-delayed revenge meant to publicly humiliate her. Brook’s an expert at getting back on your feet when life knocks you down, but as the blows keep piling on—with a betrayal she never saw coming and a family crisis that threatens to pull the foundation out from under her—her confidence starts slinking away. With her clients dropping her faster than a one-night stand, suddenly the Breakup Doctor’s career is in critical care. Brimming with both the sublime and theridiculous aspects of love—romantic and otherwise—Out of Practice is a funny and heartwarming tale about loss, grief, and failure that will resonate with all who have loved, lost . . . and dared to love again. “As heartwarming as they are humorous—Fox’s books offer more than the usual chick lit fare, with a lot of heart and a smart, relatable heroine.” —Sarah Bird, author of The Boyfriend School “Fox’s books are like a box of fine chocolates. Not to be eaten quickly but to be savored and enjoyed.” —Fresh Fiction “Fox has given us characters that are lovably fallible, funny, and frazzled, and has proven that when it comes to love and relationships of any kind, even the sanest of us get a little crazy.” —Elisa Lorello, bestselling author of Faking It
Out of Practice
by Carol Margaret Tetlow<p> Clare Jennings is a popular, hardworking general practitioner. A perfectionist, she puts her patients and work above all else, including her psychiatrist husband, David.</p> <p> The arrival of Sam Curtis, a young doctor whose training Clare is responsible for adds to her already enormous workload and as they grow closer, Clare finds that her life, both professional and private is beginning to fall apart. Arguments at home, bad clinical judgements, complaints and betrayal compound Clare's guilt and feeling of worthlessness as she spirals deeper and deeper into depression.</p> <p> Will she be saved before it is too late?</p>
Out of Reach (Maximum Exposure #1)
by Kendall Talbot<p>In a place where a city can be lost hundreds of years . . . they can still find each other. <p>Lily saw the temple of Agulinta on television: a vast stone structure swallowed by the Yucatan jungle, rediscovered only now after hundreds of years. <p>So why did the papers she found after her father’s death show the same mysterious carvings that puzzled archaeologists at Agulinta? Her search for answers pulls her to Mexico’s southern border, where the journey to the lost temple will take her through jungle and mountain, over waters home to crocodiles and drug runners, and into uncomfortably close quarters with a man whose need to wander has become a way of life . . . <p>Australian Carter Logan’s work as a nature photographer has given him the excuse he needs to roam wherever his restless feet take him. <p>But in all the time he’s traveled, he’s never been drawn to anyone the way he is to this determined, cagey young American. Lily’s perseverance through dirt, sweat, and danger to the heart of the ancient temple fires through him. But when the two of them are left alone and stranded in a vicious wilderness, their connection might prove the difference between life and death . . . if the secrets of the past don’t come between them first.
Out Of The Shadows (The Adams Family #27)
by Mary Jane StaplesTimes move on for the Adams family in south London, and as business prospers, there are new worries to deal with. A young woman arrives who is intent on ruining Sammy Adams' winter fashion show, and Sammy must deal with her unwelcome attention. Boots has to find a solution when one of his female employees tells him about a sinister visitor, but he doesn't realize that his family are being observed.Out of the shadows come dark and mysterious figures from the past who intrude on Boots, Polly and the twins, and his adopted daughter Rosie.Meanwhile Rosie has her hands full as her daughter Emily continues to rebel against everything around her. How will the Adams family cope, as trouble seems to lurk around every corner?
Out of Sight
by Stella CameronPsychic master talent Sykes Millet can vanish at will, read minds and control others with hypnosis. What Sykes cannot do is escape his destiny--an ancient curse foretelling the misery his dark beauty may bring to everyone he loves.Poppy Fortune knows all too well the burden of having paranormal talent. The supernatural world has fractured her entire family--now it's keeping at bay the one man she wants more than life.Driven by hatred for the Millets, a killing force has attacked New Orleans. The evil Embran race has no conscience and intends to terrorize the city into submission. Sykes and Poppy must set aside old distrust and use their bonded talents to save their families, themselves...and New Orleans.
Out of Sight
by Michelle CelmerSpecial Agent Will Bishop had a mission to track down the one woman who could put a brutal killer in jail. After four years of hard work, he finally had a lead that took him to a Colorado retreat. The founder of Healing Hearts was his target and nothing would stand in his way. Until he met counselor Abigale Sullivan, and their instant attraction rose to fever pitch. Will soon realized that the witness he sought lived right under his nose...and he had to convince her to come out of hiding. Would their newfound love stand in the way of the most dangerous journey of their lives?
Out of Sight Out of Mind
by Evonne WarehamIn this tale of romance and suspense, a woman with a remarkable ability is drawn into a dangerous web . . . Madison Albi is a scientist with a very special talent: She can read minds. It’s a paranormal skill that can lead her into frightening situations—like when an irresistible emotional presence draws her into a dark alley, where she stumbles across a man who’s been badly beaten. Feeling inexplicably connected to him, she can’t resist the impulse to use her skills to help. The man, who can’t even remember his own name, has a powerful build, a sharp, handsome face—and a lightning-quick mind, which is what fascinates Madison most. But as she delves deeper into her mystery man’s past, Madison learns that some secrets might be better off hidden . . .
Out of Step
by Nikki Anne SchmutzGraced with the instinctive ability to dance, Jenny Thomas wants nothing more than to become a professional dancer. All of her hard work pays off when she is accepted to a prominent dance program in New York. Against her mother’s will, but with the support of her father Jenny leaves her small Mormon town in Utah and heads to New York in pursuit of her dream. Jenny soon finds herself financially broke and spiritually lost in her new surroundings. She quickly makes friends with Paul Taylor, a witty Mormon student filmmaker who finds Jenny’s ambitious dream to be the subject for his next film project. Keeping her mind diligently focused on dance proves harder than she expected as she finds herself falling in love with David Schrader, a dark and mysterious New York musician. As their relationship builds Jenny starts to struggle in her religious beliefs and her new lifestyle. Paul's true romantic feelings soon surface and Jenny finds things to be a little more than she can handle. Her scholarship and her dreams are on the line and Jenny takes an emotional rollercoaster ride on the path to work it out. Jenny must fight to earn her scholarship and try to find a balance between the man of her faith and the man of her dreams. "Out of Step” is a powerful story of finding out what you truly believe in life and standing up for it no matter the cost. You won’t want to miss this heart gripping journey from the author of the novel “Found”. About the Author Nikki Anne Schmutz has written several screenplays, including co-writing “Out of Step" the movie. This is her second novel. She lives in Orem, Utah with her husband and two children, where she is currently working on her next novel.
Out of the Ashes (Ashes and Dust #3)
by Jenn BurkeDon&’t miss the conclusion to this riveting and romantic spin-off series from Jenn Burke, author of Not Dead Yet.Some bonds weren&’t meant to be broken. Vampire PI Evan Fournier has dealt with his fair share of danger and heartache, but nothing prepares him for the pain of a broken bond with his mate—especially when his mate is the one who severed it. Bond or no, he still loves Colin—fiercely. Trust, however, is harder to come by. And when a demon starts terrorizing paranormals in Toronto, trust in one another is exactly what they&’ll need. Former firefighter turned crime-fighting phoenix Colin Zhang knows who Evan was—is—to him, but he doesn&’t know if he can give him what he wants. He just needs a little time to figure things out. Unfortunately, bringing down a demon bent on mass murder leaves little time for anything else. The only way they&’ll destroy the demon is by teaming up with an unlikely partner to infiltrate a gang of terrorists. But the only way they&’ll save themselves is by finding a path back into each other&’s arms—and hearts—once again.Ashes and DustBook 1: All Fired UpBook 2: House on FireBook 3: Out of the Ashes
Out of the Ashes
by Anne GalbraithHe was framed for murder…Now can he convince her of his innocence?Sheriff Sarah Winfrey has seen her share of men claiming not to be guilty. Yet something in Lanford Davies’s haunted gray eyes convinces Sarah to investigate the fire that killed Lanford’s family—and sent him to prison for eighteen years. But if Lanford is innocent, that means a killer is still out there. Can they sift through the ashes of a long-ago past to find the truth…without getting burned?
Out of the Ashes (Dreamspun Beyond Ser. #1)
by Ari MckayAsheville ArcanaIn their differences, they’ll find strength—and love. Alpha werewolf Eli Hammond returns from a fishing trip to discover a nasty surprise—five members of his pack murdered and the rest missing. He needs help locating and rescuing his pack mates, but the supernatural council in Asheville, North Carolina, turns him away. Except for one man. As they work together, Eli is stunned—and not especially thrilled—to discover half-elf Arden Gilmarin is his destined mate. But as Arden and his friends struggle to help Eli in his quest, Eli surrenders to the demands of his body—and his heart. They’ll need to bond together, because the forces opposing them are stronger and more sinister than anyone predicted. The evil has its sights set on Arden, and if Eli wants to save his mate and the people he is entrusted with protecting, he’s in for the fight of his life.
Out of the Ashes (Almonds and Raisins)
by Maisie MoscoThe widowed matriarch of a proud Jewish family struggles to maintain stability as they weather many storms in this stirring saga. As Marianne strives to balance the demands of her career against the need to hold her family together, it is memories of her grandmother, Sarah, that fill her mind. Marianne is determined to maintain the loyalty and values that she fears the younger generation have lost, but this is no easy task. As tragedy befalls her actor nephew, the havoc wreaked by a disturbed child and her son&’s marriage erodes, it&’s the far-reaching consequences of one of the family&’s marrying a German girl that causes most ripples. Marianne&’s own life takes an unexpected turn when she meets a man whose love threatens everything she has fought to save. The fourth book in the much-loved Almonds and Raisins series from international bestselling author Maisie Mosco, perfect for fans of Emma Hornby and Sheelagh Kelly.Praise for the writing of Maisie Mosco &“Once in every generation or so a book comes along which lifts the curtain.&” —The Guardian &“Full of freshness and fascination.&” —Manchester Evening News &“The undisputed queen of her genre.&” —Jewish Chronicle
Out of the Ashes
by Cynthia ReeseHope can rise from the smallest ember After a devastating fire rages through Rob Monroe's rural Georgia community, the prime suspect is the pretty local baker. The blaze started in Kari Hendrix's shop-and she just confessed to being convicted of arson as a teenager. Rob knows in his heart that Kari's innocent. So what is she running from? Who's she protecting? As he digs deeper, he uncovers the truth about an unresolved crime in his own family. Now he has to make a choice. Is he going to let the past destroy his chance for a future with Kari?
Out of the Blue (A Perfect Fit #4)
by Alison BlissAlison Bliss shares her smart, sexy, contemporary voice in this new rom-com about a curvaceous heroine falling for her personal trainer, and Booklist raves that "fans of Jennifer Weiner will enjoy Bliss." The course of true love was never supposed to start on a stair climber… Preslee Owens has never worked out in a gym before. Like truly never. Until today. As she struggles to stay upright on the stair climber, she accidentally broadcasts a vlog that lets complete strangers—and even worse, people in her own small town--witness the hilarious start to her fitness journey. To her surprise and mortification, viewers love it. The positive reaction leaves Preslee with no choice but to return—and the discovery that her unrequited crush, Josh, works out in the same gym is a big bonus. It also helps that her new personal trainer is making sure she doesn&’t kill herself in the process. In fact, Adam has even offered to pretend to be her boyfriend to help make Josh a little jealous. Having Adam cheering her on brings out a strength and confidence Preslee barely recognizes in herself. And soon she&’s enjoying being his fake girlfriend waaay too much. But will her newfound courage allow her to face her biggest fear yet and seize the life she truly wants?
Out of the Blue (A Buckhorn, Montana Novel)
by B.J. DanielsSecond-chance cowboy…or first-time love story? Buckhorn, Montana, tavern owner Dave Tanner never expected to see the girl of his dreams ever again—until she walks into his bar one night. Over the moon at seeing her, he&’s convinced this is a second chance to win her affection. But Melissa Herbert, Dave&’s best friend and best employee, suspects his high school sweetheart might have ulterior motives for the accidental run-in. But if Melissa&’s right, exposing the truth to Dave might just destroy their friendship…and break her heart…
Out of the Blue: Cariad Singles (Cariad Singles #7)
by Seren Ellis-OwenCariad means love... discover the new Cariad Singles collection of spicy romances.Newly single and fired from her job, scuba instructor Carys heads to the Red Sea to work on a luxury dive yacht. She soon finds herself attracted to its captain, the gorgeous Zaid, and the feeling is mutual – but, as he’s under pressure to put duty before pleasure, their budding romance soon sails into stormy waters. And that’s before her ex arrives, with a girlfriend from hell in tow, to stir things up even more. Can Carys handle all the complications and unfinished business – or has she sunk out of her depth this time?