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Phantom of the French Quarter
by Colleen ThompsonMarcus Le Carpentier was a phantom in the night, a man who let no one in and always kept a low profile. So when he accidentally witnessed a beautiful local woman stumble upon a dead body, the last thing Marcus planned on was getting involved. He'd done that before...and had been living with the dangerous consequences ever since. But since leaving a very frightened Caitlyn Villaré alone didn't sit well with Marcus, he promised to help and then return to the shadowy corners of New Orleans, alone. Unfortunately, Caitlyn's discovery brought a killer out of hiding and Marcus was thrust back into the limelight, protecting Caitlyn, hunting down a madman-and failing to find all the usual reasons why it would be best if he walked away...
The Phantom of the Opera: In English Translation (Haunted Library Horror Classics)
by Gaston LerouxThe first in the Haunted Library Horror Classics series presented by the Horror Writers Association. An unabridged edition of the novel that inspired the famous Andrew Lloyd Weber musical. Deep beneath the Paris Opera House, a masked man lives in silence...Every night at the Palais Garnier, hundreds of guests sit on the edge of velvet-covered seats, waiting for prima donna La Carlotta to take the stage. But when her voice fails her, La Carlotta is replaced with unknown understudy Christine Daaé, a young soprano whose vibrant singing fills every corner of the house and wins her a slew of admirers, including an old childhood friend who soon professes his love for her. But unknown to Christine is another man, who lurks out of sight behind the heavy curtains of the opera, who can move about the building undetected, who will do anything to make sure Christine will keep singing just for him...This curated edition of The Phantom of the Opera, based on the original 1911 English translation by Alexander Teixeira de Mattos, brings an iconic story of love and obsession to today's readers and illuminates the timeless appeal of Leroux's masterpiece.
The Phantom of the Opera (First Avenue Classics ™)
by Gaston LerouxAmidst rumors that the Paris opera house is haunted, Christine Daaé, a young Swedish girl, performs at a gala and attracts attention from both her childhood sweetheart, Raoul, and the Phantom, who is living underground. Suddenly, mysterious circumstances abound at the opera house: a stagehand is found dead, managers receive letters demanding that Christine sing the lead role, and a chandelier crashes down into the audience. When Christine reunites with Raoul, the phantom grows dangerously jealous. Will Christine stay on the stage or disappear into the opera house's dark cellars and grim secrets? Gaston Leroux's Gothic novel was first published in French in 1911. This is an unabridged version of the translation by Alexander Teixeira de Mattos, published the same year.
The Phantom of the Opera
by Gaston LerouxDiscover the classic Gothic horror novel of haunted cellars, opera, murder and unrequited love that inspired Andrew Lloyd Webber's long-running west end hit.Christine is a beautiful young singer at the Paris Opera. She is watched by the Opera's 'phantom' - a mysterious masked figure who terrorises the Opera's management and players. With the Phantom's help, Christine rises to become the Opera's star performer, but when the Phantom demands her heart in return, Christine is torn between gratitude and pity for her strange benefactor, and love for her childhood sweetheart, Raoul.
The Phantom of the Opera
by Gaston LerouxRumours that a ghost stalks the dark passages and cellars of the Paris Opera House, wreaking havoc, have long been rife among staff and performers. This Phantom also haunts the imagination of the beautiful and talented singer Christine Daaé, appearing to her as the 'Angel of Music' - a disembodied voice, coaching her to sing as she never could before. When Christine is courted by a handsome young Viscount, the mysterious spectre, who resides in the murky depths of the building, is consumed by jealousy and seeks revenge. With its pervading atmosphere of menace, tinged with dark humour, The Phantom of the Opera (1910) offers a unique mix of Gothic horror and tragic romance that has inspired film, stage and literature since its publication.
The Phantom of the Opera: In English Translation (Fast Track Classics Ser.)
by Gaston LerouxThe classic Gothic novel that inspired the blockbuster musical There is a ghost in the Paris Opera House. Singers, dancers, and stagehands have all seen him lurking in the shadows of the set, and each describes his face differently. Some say it is on fire, others that it is bare bone, and a terrified few say that he has no face at all. Outsiders dismiss the stories as theatrical superstition, but soon the phantom will reveal himself—and the Opera will never be the same. A crew member is found hanged, and every denizen of the theater is quick to blame the phantom. More deaths follow, until the phantom is forced to make himself known in the most spectacular manner possible. But when the mysterious ghost begins to admire a beautiful singer, it is the beginning of something magnificent: a love story as heartfelt and tragic as any opera ever staged. This ebook features a new introduction by Otto Penzler and has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices. &“The wildest and most fantastic of tales.&” —The New York Times Book Review
Phantom Pearl
by Monica MccabeHer life’s mission. Her heart’s desire.Riki Maddox is not your average tomb-raiding treasure hunter. Her targets are carefully chosen to wound her father’s killers, the Japanese Yakuza. To thwart their quest to recapture World War II loot stolen by Japanese forces, she puts herself in constant danger—and in the sights of a man as driven and as daring as she is . . .Working for the Department of Homeland Security, Special Agent Dallas Landry is a rare breed: an academic with an unmatched lust for adventure. He had a perfect success rate recovering stolen art and antiquities—until he came up against an infuriatingly intriguing menace known as Riki Maddox.Now the two will cross paths once again in Australia—on a quest for the legendary Phantom Pearl, a priceless carved mammoth tusk. But Riki knows that playing games with a man like Dallas could cost more than just her freedom. Not only could the federal agent end her quest for revenge, he could also give her something more to live for . . .
Phantom Shadows (Immortal Guardians #3)
by Dianne DuvallDianne Duvall lures readers into a world of romance and suspense, where love can mean the difference between life and death. . .Dr. Melanie Lipton is no stranger to the supernatural. She knows immortals better than they know themselves, right down to their stubborn little genes. So although a handsome rogue immortal seems suspicious to her colleagues, Sebastien Newcombe intrigues Melanie. His history is checkered, his scars are impressive, and his ideas are daring. But it's not his ideas that have Melanie fighting off surges of desire. . .Bastien is used to being the bad guy. In fact, he can't remember the last time he had an ally he could trust. But Melanie is different--and under her calm, professional exterior he senses a passion beyond anything in his centuries of experience. Giving in to temptation is out of the question--he can't put her in danger. But she isn't asking him. . ."These dark, kick-ass guardians can protect me any day!" --Alexandra Ivy on Darkness Dawns"Whizzing along at light speed. . .this sophomore effort sizzles." --Publishers Weekly on Night Reigns"Utterly addictive." --Romantic Times
Phantom Waltz (Coulter Family #1)
by Catherine AndersonWith one glance, wealthy Crystal Falls, Oregon rancher, Ryan Kendrick falls hard -- and fast -- for lovely Bethany Coulter. A beguiling mix of sass and shyness, naivete and maturity, she shares his passion for horses, has a great sense of humor and can light up a room with her beautiful smile. She is absolutely perfect -- in every way but one. A long ago barrel-racing accident has left Bethany confined to a wheelchair. In the years since, she has known both betrayal and heartbreak -- and vowed never to open her heart to a man again. She has even accepted the possibility that she'll never be able to enjoy a healthy intimate relationship or have children of her own. But there's something about handsome Ryan Kendrick. Something that makes her believe she can overcome every obstacle. Something that makes her believe in lifelong, lasting love . . .
Phantom Waltz (Kendrick/Coulter #2)
by Catherine AndersonConfined to a wheelchair, Bethany has accepted that she'll never have an intimate relationship-or have children. But Ryan Kendrick makes her believe she can overcome anything. Kendrick/Coulter #2
Phantom Wolf
by Bonnie VanakSome fires still burn when star-crossed lovers reunite...When a dangerous mission leads him deep into the jungles of Honduras, Navy SEAL Sam Shaymore is confronted with his fiery past in the form of Kelly Denning. Once their romance had been forbidden because of class differences. Then a tragedy drove them apart. But the minute he looks into her eyes, Sam knows he's never forgotten the sultry kisses and luscious curves of the beautiful Enchanter Mage. Nor can he turn his back on helping her.Sam's unit has been charged with arresting Kelly. But if he can believe her, Kelly needs his help now to save some kidnapped Mage children and to stop a conspiracy with far-reaching implications. Threatened with being kicked off his SEAL unit if he does not follow his orders, Sam must risk everything...even his heart!
Pharaoh's Kiss
by Michael WarSequel to TimelessDaniel’s world has been shaken to its core. His ex-boyfriend Marcus, whom he still loves, has returned from an unbelievable trip through a time traveling cave and brought along a hot new caveman lover, Jade. But that isn’t all. After realizing his mother disappeared through the same cave years earlier, Daniel learns he and Jade are connected in ways he couldn’t have imagined.Tired of hearing about the wild time Jade and Marcus had together in the past, Daniel decides to venture into the cave himself. But instead of ending up in the prehistoric times, Daniel finds himself in ancient Egypt.There Daniel catches the eye of the young, hot pharaoh. But with great pleasure also comes great danger. Can Daniel protect the pharaoh, or will he die in the past?
Phase Shift
by Jenn Burke Kelly JensenZander and Felix's relationship has always pushed boundaries--personal and professional alike--but their love and commitment is stronger than ever. So strong that Zander's ready to ask commitment-shy Felix the question of a lifetime when he's interrupted. The Chaos is being hacked, and crucial, top secret information about the project that created Zander--and his fellow super soldiers--has been leaked.Neither man could have expected the enormity of what's discovered at the end of the data trail: an entire colony of super soldiers run by the very doctor who changed Zander's life forever. And now she needs them both--Zander to train her new crop of soldiers, and Felix's new crystalline arm to stabilize their body chemistry.With help from the unlikeliest of allies, Zander, Felix and the Chaos crew must destroy the project and all its ill-gotten information. But when the team is split up and Felix is MIA after a dangerous run, galactic disaster is a very real possibility...and Zander may have missed his chance to ask for forever.Book Five of Chaos StationThis book is approximatelyÿ76,000 words
PhD Protector
by Cindi MyersCalculating the odds on their fate isn't exactly rocket science... Nuclear physicist Mark Renfro will do anything to keep his daughter safe, including building a "suitcase nuke" for the radical group that killed his wife. Imprisoned alone in a makeshift lab, Mark has all but given up hope of seeing his daughter again. Until his captors provide an assistant-the beautiful stepdaughter of the terrorist leader. Angry and defiant, Erin Daniels has no intention of assisting anyone-including a gorgeous scientist. That is, until a time bomb is strapped around her neck. They have one week to finish...or Erin dies. Mark knows he's Erin's only hope for survival. And she's his only hope for a future. The Men of Search Team Seven
Pheonix Overturns the World: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Dan KanFuHuaSanQianXihe State rumour: Blue eyes covering the world! When she was born, her eyes were blue like the ocean. She was sent as a monster into the depths of the forest. The dignified young mistress of the Prime Minister's Estate had been of no interest to anyone for the past fifteen years. Fifteen years later, the empress had snuck in, the enemy had hunted him down and the emperor had set a trap, so there was no harm in it! [The Jun Family is powerful and has unlimited wealth. I will kill my enemies, fight the Queen, and harm the Emperor!] The Tian Family was heartless, turning their hands into clouds and dropping them into the deep abyss, what was there to fear?! She was born extraordinary. She changed her fate and was bathed in blood after she was reborn. When I kill her until the color changes in the mountains and rivers, the ghosts and deities will weep. I slaughter my way to the golden age of the dynasty! Rivers and mountains? If I overshadowed you, what would you do to me?! She was born to rule over the world!
Pheonix's Tripping Dance: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Ye YuChuChenWhen the original owner was ten years old, he was pushed into the lake. The original owner was brought to his room by the third lady and beaten to death. The female owner crossed over to his room to accept his memories, adapt to his fate, and meet the male owner.
Pheonix's Tripping Dance: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Ye YuChuChenWhen the original owner was ten years old, he was pushed into the lake. The original owner was brought to his room by the third lady and beaten to death. The female owner crossed over to his room to accept his memories, adapt to his fate, and meet the male owner.
Pheonix's Tripping Dance: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Ye YuChuChenWhen the original owner was ten years old, he was pushed into the lake. The original owner was brought to his room by the third lady and beaten to death. The female owner crossed over to his room to accept his memories, adapt to his fate, and meet the male owner.
Pheonix's Tripping Dance: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Ye YuChuChenWhen the original owner was ten years old, he was pushed into the lake. The original owner was brought to his room by the third lady and beaten to death. The female owner crossed over to his room to accept his memories, adapt to his fate, and meet the male owner.
Pheonix's Tripping Dance: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Ye YuChuChenWhen the original owner was ten years old, he was pushed into the lake. The original owner was brought to his room by the third lady and beaten to death. The female owner crossed over to his room to accept his memories, adapt to his fate, and meet the male owner.
Philippa (Friarsgate Inheritance #3
by Bertrice SmallNew York Times bestselling author Bertrice Small takes us back to the sensuality, drama, and intrigue of King Henry's sixteenth-century court to tell the story of the daughter of one of her most beloved characters. The eldest child of Rosamund Bolton and heiress to the Friarsgate manor, Philippa Meredith is devastated when she discovers that the man she sought to marry has rebuffed her. But it is this sudden change of fortune that sweeps the spirited beauty back to her place in the court of Queen Katherine of Aragon-and into the arms of Crispin St. Clair, the Earl of Witton. But when Philippa stumbles onto a plot to assassinate King Henry VIII, their very love is tested as they attempt to unmask those who are plotting to tear the royal court asunder. .
Philippa Gregory's Tudor Court 6-Book Boxed Set: The Constant Princess, The Other Boleyn Girl, The Boleyn Inheritance, The Queen's Fool, The Virgin's Lover, and The Other Queen
by Philippa GregoryThe six-book bosed set of the bestselling Tudor Court novels by Philippa Gregory, #1 New York Times bestselling author and "the queen of royal fiction" (USA TODAY): The Constant Princess, The Other Boleyn Girl, The Boleyn Inheritance, The Queen's Fool, The Virgin's Lover, and The Other Queen.
Phillipa (Las feas también los enamoran #5)
by Elizabeth UrianUna nueva y esperada entrega de la serie «Las feas también los enamoran». Phillipa no es como la mayoría de las damas londinenses que provienen de familias nobles. Es fea, pero nunca le ha importado, porque ya de joven supo qué deseaba para ella y luchó con ahínco para conseguirlo, aunque eso la alejara de los estándares sociales habituales. Ahora es enfermera, por lo que no se limita a ayudar a los desfavorecidos con obras de caridad, sino que ha hecho de su profesión un modo de vida. Además de trabajar en un hospital, también recorre los peores barrios de Londres tratando de ayudar a los que viven en ellos, por lo que precisa la ayuda de un protector. Tras un incidente, su familia toma cartas en el asunto y le impone a Sebastian Field, que la sigue a todas partes abrumándola con unas normas que coartan su libertad, lo que los enfrenta en sus distintos puntos de vista. Y mientras cada uno de ellos aprende a ceder, Sebastian se revela como un hombre que ve más allá de las apariencias y que la comprende y admira. Cuando los sentimientos hagan acto de presencia, ambos deberán tener cuidado, pues los peligros acechan donde menos se lo esperan.
Philomena, una institutriz desdichada (Institutrices #Volumen 2)
by Verónica MengualUna nueva entrega de la trilogía «Institutrices». Un conde seductor que busca esposa se da de bruces con una institutriz que no tuvo una vida fácil. La señorita Philomena Anderson cometió el mayor error de su vida al enamorarse del hombre que no debía. Ahora tiene que cargar con las consecuencias de sus decisiones, pero no está sola, dado que cuenta con su protectora y una duquesa que la apoyan. Juntas serán imparables. Que se preparen los caballeros, porque las damas no dejarán títere con cabeza. Además, el conde de Wisex deberá aprender a no hacer enfadar a su futura esposa si es que quiere conquistarla...
Philomena's Miracle (Betty Neels Collection #40)
by Betty NeelsHis Cinderella bride?Plain Philomena Parsons has never met someone as devastatingly handsome as Dr. Walle van der Tacx! So, when he offers her a nursing job in Holland she jumps at the chance. How could she not when it would mean she could see more of him? Philomena knows she’s not the only one after the charismatic doctor’s affections, but her fairytale ending might just be within her grasp. Because Walle knows Philomena’s one of a kind, and he’s prepared to convince her—with a ring!Originally published in 1978New to ebook!