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The Age of Witches
by Louisa Morgan'THOROUGHLY ENTHRALLING' BooklistA young witch must choose between love and loyalty, power and ambition, in this magical novel set in Gilded Age New York and London.In 1692, Bridget Bishop was hanged as a witch. Two hundred years later, her legacy lives on in the scions of two very different lines: one dedicated to using their powers to heal and help women in need; the other, determined to grasp power for themselves.This clash will play out in the fate of Annis, a young woman in Gilded Age New York who finds herself a pawn in the family struggle for supremacy. She'll need to claim her own power to save herself - and resist succumbing to the darkness that threatens to overcome them all.'A must-read for those who like magic, love, and a little bit of feel-good feminism in their historical fiction' Library Journal'An Austen-esque romance, a heart-racing mystery full of dangerous twists and an anxiety-inducing yet enthralling family feud, Louisa Morgan's The Age of Witches is anything but a traditional tale of good versus evil' BookPage 'Morgan's beautifully conjured tale of three women, social mores, and the sanctity of self-determination is thoroughly enthralling' Booklist '[A] robust tale of matriarchal magic in a lushly depicted Gilded Age New York . . . Readers will root for these powerful women as they struggle to overcome the social limitations of their time, whether through magic or force of personality' Publishers Weekly 'This is a book about witches, told from their perspective. As such, it's a lyrically and lovely written triumph about independent, unusual women' Book RiotNovels by Louisa Morgan:A Secret History of WitchesThe Witch's KindThe Age of Witches
The Age of Witches
by Louisa Morgan'THOROUGHLY ENTHRALLING' BooklistA young witch must choose between love and loyalty, power and ambition, in this magical novel set in Gilded Age New York and London.In 1692, Bridget Bishop was hanged as a witch. Two hundred years later, her legacy lives on in the scions of two very different lines: one dedicated to using their powers to heal and help women in need; the other, determined to grasp power for themselves.This clash will play out in the fate of Annis, a young woman in Gilded Age New York who finds herself a pawn in the family struggle for supremacy. She'll need to claim her own power to save herself - and resist succumbing to the darkness that threatens to overcome them all.'A must-read for those who like magic, love, and a little bit of feel-good feminism in their historical fiction' Library Journal'An Austen-esque romance, a heart-racing mystery full of dangerous twists and an anxiety-inducing yet enthralling family feud, Louisa Morgan's The Age of Witches is anything but a traditional tale of good versus evil' BookPage 'Morgan's beautifully conjured tale of three women, social mores, and the sanctity of self-determination is thoroughly enthralling' Booklist '[A] robust tale of matriarchal magic in a lushly depicted Gilded Age New York . . . Readers will root for these powerful women as they struggle to overcome the social limitations of their time, whether through magic or force of personality' Publishers Weekly 'This is a book about witches, told from their perspective. As such, it's a lyrically and lovely written triumph about independent, unusual women' Book RiotNovels by Louisa Morgan:A Secret History of WitchesThe Witch's KindThe Age of Witches
The Age of Witches: A Novel
by Louisa MorganIn Gilded Age New York, a centuries-long clash between two magical families ignites when a young witch must choose between love and loyalty, power and ambition, in this magical novel by Louisa Morgan.In 1692, Bridget Bishop was hanged as a witch. Two hundred years later, her legacy lives on in the scions of two very different lines: one dedicated to using their powers to heal and help women in need; the other, determined to grasp power for themselves by whatever means necessary.This clash will play out in the fate of Annis, a young woman in Gilded Age New York who finds herself a pawn in the family struggle for supremacy. She'll need to claim her own power to save herself-and resist succumbing to the darkness that threatens to overcome them all.From more from Louisa Morgan, check out:A Secret History of WitchesThe Witch's Kind
The Agency
by D. J. ManlyAmanda has found two new men at The Agency and is just getting used to having them in her home when Chase, Jordon, and Scott all show up on her doorstep. Sit back and enjoy the fireworks in The Agency, Book 4 of D.J. Manly's erotic romance series, Amusing Amanda. Amanda is alone. Chase is gone, living with her brother Jordon in New York. It's time to go back to the Agency and find some new entertainment.Ramsay is young and sweet with surprisingly substantial assets, and Hunter, raised in Jamaica, is a delicious alpha male who Amanda insists on having. Shortly after these two come to stay, though, things get complicated. First, Ramsay and Hunter's animosity toward each other hints of a complicated history. Next, a despondent Scott suddenly shows up on the doorstep, sans Ciel. To top it off, Chase and Jordon arrive for Jordon's birthday, and Chase discovers, much to his chagrin, that Jordon and Scott had "met" years before.The Agency introduces two delicious new characters, Ramsay and Hunter, and brings Scott, Ciel, Chase, and Jordon back home again. The Agency promises hot sex, beautiful men, passion, and heartbreak. Don't miss the fireworks!Content: M/M; brief menage scene (M/M/M); bondage
The Agency
by Edward KendrickWhen runaway Kip Faulkner was seventeen, he witnessed two men commit a murder. Fear kept him from telling Sheriff Long the truth about what he'd seen. Guilt made him turn his life around. Eleven years later, he's the owner of a reputable private investigation agency in Denver.John Rigby looks like a typical biker, tattoos and all. But Kip discovers he’s the antithesis of that stereotype when he hires John to work for his agency.When Kip learns about a recent killing exactly like the one he witnessed and recognizes one of the killers in a blurry photo on the news, he vows to find out how the two murders are connected ... and if there have been more.With John's help, can he learn the truth behind the murders while the two men fight their mutual attraction? Or will Kip become the next victim?
The Agent
by Elle KennedyOriginally published as Witness Seduction in 2011, dive into this heart racing and sexy romantic suspense from New York Time bestselling author Elle Kennedy!Surveillance ReportDEA Agent: Caleb FordSubject: Marley Kincaid, aka Nurse HottiePurpose: Kincaid’s drug-dealing ex, Patrick Grier, is on the run after killing a DEA agent. Grier won’t be able to stay away from Kincaid—she’s way too tempting…Day One: Kincaid oblivious to the danger. Spends all her time doing yoga.Damn, she moves her body in tantalizing ways.Day Three: If I see her curvy silhouette one more time I’m in serious trouble.Day Five: No sign of Grier, but after a few days of observation, things are getting incredibly…er, hard.Day Seven: I had no choice but to make contact with Kincaid. Now that I’ve touched her, it’s impossible to stop. The investigation is jeopardized. Seduction is imminent… God help me.
The Agent's Covert Affair
by Karen AndersHE'S GUARDING HER EVERY MOVE... Private detective Emma St. John doesn't care about military jurisdiction. Her JAG lawyer sister is critically injured-and Emma's baby nephew, Matthew, has been abducted by a vicious drug lord. She is determined to navigate through lethal cartel country to rescue the baby, no matter what. But she's stuck with a mysterious NCIS special agent riding shotgun...and Derrick Gunn is proving to be the kind of determined, cool-headed help she can't shake. Staying strictly mission-oriented keeps Derrick alive-and alone. But all bets are off as he and beautiful, independent Emma fight to stay steps ahead of their enemies. Her resourcefulness and courage ignite desire he's willing to go through hell to keep. But love and survival are never guaranteed...
The Agent's Deadly Liaison (Wyoming Nights #4)
by Jennifer D. BokalA killer&’s lethal plotNeither saw coming A serial killer awaiting trial in prison wants to confess…but only to District Attorney Chloe Ryder and the Rocky Mountain Justice operative who arrested her. When Chloe and Marcus Jones arrive, their nemesis lays a deadly trap. Now Chloe&’s only hope of survival is the man who doesn&’t know she&’s pregnant from their one night together. But the killer does—and vows baby will never make three…From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Wyoming Nights series:Book 1: Agent's Mountain RescueBook 2: The Agent's Deadly Liaison
The Agent's Proposition
by Lyn StoneHer cover: sexy heiress on a French Riviera spree. Her mission: find the terrorist hacker threatening to shut down America's power grid. And SEXTANT agent Tess Bradshaw plans to play this first assignment strictly by the book. But to successfully stay under cover, she needs ex-CIA agent Cameron Cochran's wild-card expertise in breaking all the rules. Cameron has taken this case strictly to clear his name. Helping this innocent newbie strip down to her secrets to play bad-girl bait is a nice but distracting bonus. With the clock ticking and lethal mercenaries closing in, surrendering to each other might be their only chance.... --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.
The Agent's Redemption
by Lisa ChildsShe'll do anything to expose her sister's killer-even reunite with an ex... After six years hunting The Bride Butcher, FBI agent Jared Bell is as determined as ever to find the ruthless murderer. So when the killer strikes again, he'll stop at nothing to bring closure to the case-and the first victim's sister, Rebecca Drummond. Including staging an engagement to lure the madman into a trap... It's been years since their torrid rendezvous, but as Jared's fake fiancée, Becca can no longer ignore their attraction. Or the secret she's been keeping from him. For now, she needs to focus on bringing her sister's killer to justice-and insist on using herself as bait to do it.
The Agent's Secret Baby (Top Secret Deliveries #1)
by Marie FerrarellaA government agent discovers he’s a father and must protect the woman and child he loves in this romantic suspense from a USA Today–bestselling author.Eve is pregnant with your baby.The anonymous tip leads undercover DEA agent Adam Serrano back to his lost love, Eve Walters. The gorgeous veterinarian had stormed out of his life upon discovering the “truth” about his identity. Though it nearly killed him, disappearing had ensured her safety. Now he’s a father and must see for himself that Eve is okay.Renewed desire fuses them together despite all common sense. Then Eve and their baby become targets in his dangerous world. To survive, he must regain her trust. In the end, he needs to choose between family and duty, life and death.
The Agent's Secret Child (Texas Confidential #2)
by B.J. DanielsA woman missing and believed dead is reunited with the father of her child in this romantic suspense from a New York Times–bestselling author.The mission: find mother and child.Finding Isabella Montenegro and her young daughter and bringing them back to testify should have been easy. But one look at Isabella and Texas Confidential Agent Jake Cantrell remembered a woman he’d cherished . . . a woman who’d died. And one look at the child—and he saw himself in her eyes. . . . Until she’d met Jake Cantrell, Isabella’s past had been a blank. Now fragmented memories began to assault her. Who was she? If Jake had fathered her child, then her entire life was a lie. Now that false life and the life of her daughter were at stake—and there was only Jake to trust.
The Agent's Secret Past: Stolen Memories The Agent's Secret Past Dark Tide Deadly Safari (Military Investigations #6)
by Debby GiustiA military investigator is targeted by the killer who murdered her Amish family in this romantic suspense novel of faith in the face of danger.Eight years ago, a drifter destroyed Becca Miller’s ties to her Amish community—and murdered her family. Now she’s a special agent with Fort Rickman’s criminal investigation department, helping other victims seek justice. Becca thought for a time that she had left her traumatic past behind her. But now she’s convinced that the killer, who supposedly died years ago, is very much alive—and coming after her.Special agent Colby Voss agrees to help Becca investigate. Yet the closer they get to the truth, the closer the killer gets to silencing her permanently.
The Agent's Surrender
by Kimberly Van MeterRival agents uncover a monstrous conspiracy From the moment they met, sparks had flown...and not the good kind. Agent Jane Fallon would rather chew nails than work with arrogant-and much too good-looking-Holden Archangelo. But, convinced his brother was no traitor, Holden had Jane's investigation reopened. And now Jane is forced to partner with him. As new leads come to light, Jane's certainty about the case is shaken. But the assassin's bullet whizzing past her head convinces her they are onto something. Jane's determined to keep things professional, but as the danger around them intensifies, so does the fierce attraction they try so hard to deny....
The Agony of Joy
by Red HaircrowFormer model-turned-actor Adrian Lee can barely list age range 23–29 on his résumé anymore, nor stand his life of empty social events and appearances, meaningless roles, and casual partners. When he meets Alexander Skizetsky by clever arrangement of his agent, the enigmatic yet infinitely attractive Russian kindles a little light of hope in his aching heart. Yet even the beginnings of a friendship and love beyond his wildest dreams cannot stop a life spiraling out of control.The long estrangement from his devout Irish Catholic parents and family and the dark secrets they all share combine to drive Adrian to the brink of despair, though Alexander becomes determined to stay by his side. After locking away his own memories of betrayal and loss, Lexx had decided never to love again, but something in Adrian spurs the noblest intentions in his formerly jaded heart.Returning in pilgrimage to Alexander’s homeland, on a journey of rebirth, revelation, and redemption, can they escape the ghosts of their pasts to find true love together?NOTE: This book contains references to childhood sexual assault that might disturb some readers.
The Air Raid Book Club: This uplifting World War 2 historical novel is the perfect gift for book lovers
by Annie LyonsAn emotional and uplifting novel set in WW2 London about the remarkable power of books to bring hope and light in dark times, inspired by true events, from the USA Today bestselling author.As the bombs began to fall, the book club kept their hopes alive...London, 1938. Bookseller Gertie Bingham is facing difficult times, having just lost her beloved husband, Harry, and with a lingering sadness at never having been able to have a child of her own. Struggling to face running the bookshop she and Harry opened together, Gertie is preparing to sell up and move away when she is asked if she would be willing to take in a young Jewish refugee from Germany. Gertie is unsure and when sullen teenager Hedy Fischer arrives, Gertie fears she has nothing left to give the troubled girl. But when the German bombers come and the lights go out over London, Gertie and Hedy realise that joining forces will make them stronger, and that books have the power to bring young and old together and unite a community in need in its darkest hour...*Annie Lyons was shortlisted for the RNA Contemporary Romantic Novel of the Year Award* Readers adore The Air Raid Book Club:'A warm and tender tale about the power and healing of friendship and community and the magic of books' - Ruth Hogan'A charming, uplifting story of resourceful women and the healing power of books' - Clare Chambers, bestselling author of Small Pleasures'A tender, touching and utterly heart-warming tale' - Sarah Steele, author of The Lost Song of Paris'Annie Lyons has cleverly woven the horror and heartbreak of war with the resilience of human nature, the strength of love, and the importance of friends . . . perfect for fans of Lissa Evans and AJ Pearce' - Kerry Barrett'Warm and nostalgic . . . This story of love, bravery and found family is heart-wrenching and utterly charming. I sobbed my way through the final chapters' - Fiona Lucas(P) 2023 Headline Publishing Group Ltd
The Air Raid Book Club: This uplifting World War 2 historical novel is the perfect gift for book lovers
by Annie Lyons'Touching and heartwarming . . . get those tissues ready' - Jill Mansell'A warm and tender tale about the power of books' - Ruth HoganAs the bombs began to fall, the book club kept their hopes alive...London, 1938. Bookseller Gertie Bingham is facing difficult times, having just lost her beloved husband, Harry, and with a lingering sadness at never having been able to have a child of her own. Struggling to face running the bookshop she and Harry opened together, Gertie is preparing to sell up and move away when she is asked if she would be willing to take in a young Jewish refugee from Germany. Gertie is unsure and when sullen teenager Hedy Fischer arrives, Gertie fears she has nothing left to give the troubled girl. But when the German bombers come and the lights go out over London, Gertie and Hedy realise that joining forces will make them stronger, and that books have the power to bring young and old together and unite a community in need in its darkest hour...Readers adore The Air Raid Book Club:'I loved this . . . a sweet and nourishing ode to books that historical fiction fans will love' - Kate Thompson 'A charming, uplifting story of resourceful women and the healing power of books' - Clare Chambers'Tender, touching and utterly heart-warming' - Sarah Steele'A wonderful story of strong female friendship and found family . . . I absolutely adored it' - ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Real reader review'Beautiful and moving in a way that we need right now' - ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Real reader review'A beautiful depiction of a community striving to survive together' - ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Real reader review'A gentle, heartwarming read' - ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Real reader review
The Air Raid Girls at Christmas: A wonderfully festive and heart-warming new WWII saga (The Air Raid Girls Book 2) (The Air Raid Girls #2)
by Jenny HolmesThe second book in the Air Raid Girls series - a wonderful new Christmas story of friendship, love and duty in wartime, perfect for fans of Elaine Everest and Rosie Hendry.Don't miss part 3 in the series - The Air Raid Girls: Wartime Brides is available now!---------------------------------------------November, 1941.Christmas is coming... and despite the blackout, shortages and a constant threat of air raids, the inhabitants of Kelthorpe on the Yorkshire coast are determined that war won't stop them celebrating.The run-up to Christmas sees sisters Connie and Lizzie, and their good friend Pamela, busier than ever. Between their jobs, carol-singing rehearsals with the church choir and night shifts doing their bit as Air Raid Wardens and ambulance drivers, it's all go.But when Connie and Lizzie's dear dad falls ill, their sweethearts Tom and Bill are called up by the Royal Navy for dangerous mine-sweeping duties, and Pamela's sweetheart Fred is targeted by vicious locals, the girls have to believe in miracles to keep soldiering on.Can their dearest wishes come true this Christmas?'A festive tonic!' Peterborough Telegraph'An ideal stocking filler for those who enjoy a well-written novel depicting wartime life' Holderness Gazette'An evocative and nostalgic book about love, family, friendship and fortitude' Culturefly, 6 Uplifting Books to Read over the Festive Season---------------------------------------------Readers LOVE the Air Raid Girls series:'There wasn't anything I didn't like about this book' 5 star review'In all the women at war series of book I have read so far, I think this is the best' 5 star review'I couldn't put this book down' 5 star review'Loved the whole story. Hated it coming to an end' 5 star review'Just the kind of book I like' 5 star review
The Airman's Homecoming (The Tuttle Sisters of Coho Cove #2)
by Sabrina YorkForever a wanderer? From the moment Noah Crocker steps into Amy Tuttle Tolliver&’s bakery, the self-made baker&’s a confection he can&’t resist. The stunning entrepreneur needs help…and the pararescue medic is more than happy to share his hidden baking talent! When he realizes his unexpected link to the husband Amy lost in combat, the instant connection to her—and her two adorable sons—intensifies. Noah&’s always been searching for home. Could it be that he had to come all the way to tiny Coho Cove to find what he was looking for?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The Tuttle Sisters of Coho Cove Book 1: The Soldier's RefugeBook 2: The Airman's HomecomingBook 3: A Father's Redemption
The Alaskan Catch
by Beth CarpenterWhere life's currents take you... Dana Raynott just traveled 3,600 miles to reunite with the brother who changed his name and fled to Alaska nineteen years ago. It's impossible not to be moved by this wild, breathtaking state, even if Dana's no closer to finding the answers she came here for. Her brother's best friend, Anchorage engineer Sam MacKettrick, might be able to help her. He's strong and kind-a six-foot, irresistible blend of diverse cultures. He's also haunted by a tragic family history with a startling connection to Dana's past...
The Alaskan Rescue
by Dominique BurtonSashi Hansen came to Prince of Wales Island, Alaska, to work herself closer to her dream: her own ballet studio. Instead, a wild bear has landed her in a nightmare. Her leg is broken, and she may never dance again. Her heart is broken with the loss of her best friend. And her mind...well, she's confused. Her savior, Dr. Cole Stevens, is sending mixed signals. She's never received such loving care-but it seems the healer needs healing, too, from his own private pain and loss.Sashi's ready and willing, but can't get close. With everything that Alaska throws at him, why can't this courageous doctor handle his own heart?
The Albanian
by Donna MazzaRosa is a young woman from a small, country town in Australia who longs for mystery, adventure, and the exotic. She is fatally attracted to a romantic image of Eastern Europe, arriving alone in Dubrovnik in the months before the implosion of the old Yugoslavia. Rosa has no idea of the politics, yet she ends up dangerously drawn into a relationship with a young Albanian on his path to becoming a political refugee. Unable to tease apart destiny, reality, and fantasy, she becomes a captive of her heart and the excitement and danger of the unknown.
The Alchemist's Daughter
by Elaine KnightonTHE QUEST FOR SECRETS HAD DESTROYED ONE MAN SHE LOVED. HER HEART COULD NOT BEAR TO LOSE ANOTHER.Isidora Binte Deogel had lost her father to alchemy, only to see Sir Lucien de Griswold willingly tread the same dangerous path. And now a cruel irony had made him her soul’s desire and her the agent of his doom!THE NEED FOR ATONEMENT HAD DRIVEN LUCIEN DE GRISWOLD TO FORSAKE ANY CHANCE AT LOVE.But did Providence have a different fate in store for him? He looked upon Isidora and saw not the daughter of his loremaster nor the guardian of great mysteries, but the only woman who could transform the leaden pain in his heart into golden joy!
The Alchemist's Daughter: A brilliantly plotted historical novel about alchemy, love and deceit
by Katharine McMahonFrom the author of Richard and Judy Book Club choice, THE ROSE OF SEBASTOPOL'A first-rate historical romance: it's hard to think it will be bettered this year' INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAYWhen two strangers enters the manor of a brilliant alchemist and his talented young daughter, nothing will remain the same... Dark secrets haunt the manor house at Selden in Buckinghamshire, where Emilie Selden, motherless, fiercely intelligent and beautiful, has been raised in near isolation by her father. John Selden, student of Isaac Newton, is conducting a secret experiment. He aims to turn Emilie into a brilliant natural philosopher and alchemist and fills her with knowledge while recording every step she takes. In the spring of 1725, when Emilie is eighteen, father and daughter begin their most daring adventure - an attempt to breathe life into dead matter. But they are interrupted by the arrival of two strangers. During the course of a sultry August, Emilie is caught up in the passion of first love and, listening for the first time to her heart rather than her head, she makes her choice - with consequences that are far-reaching and tumultuous.
The Alchemist's Daughter: A brilliantly plotted historical novel about alchemy, love and deceit
by Katharine McMahonFrom the author of Richard and Judy Book Club choice, THE ROSE OF SEBASTOPOL'A first-rate historical romance: it's hard to think it will be bettered this year' INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAYWhen two strangers enters the manor of a brilliant alchemist and his talented young daughter, nothing will remain the same... Dark secrets haunt the manor house at Selden in Buckinghamshire, where Emilie Selden, motherless, fiercely intelligent and beautiful, has been raised in near isolation by her father. John Selden, student of Isaac Newton, is conducting a secret experiment. He aims to turn Emilie into a brilliant natural philosopher and alchemist and fills her with knowledge while recording every step she takes. In the spring of 1725, when Emilie is eighteen, father and daughter begin their most daring adventure - an attempt to breathe life into dead matter. But they are interrupted by the arrival of two strangers. During the course of a sultry August, Emilie is caught up in the passion of first love and, listening for the first time to her heart rather than her head, she makes her choice - with consequences that are far-reaching and tumultuous.