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Runaway Princess, Hold Tight: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Feng QiuHuangLaiFengQiuHuangA young girl from the modern society had transmigrated to the body of the ancient Grand Preceptor's daughter. The moment she woke up, she found out that she was about to marry a prince she had never met. What a joke, I haven't even brushed my teeth or washed my face. I've just arrived, and you're telling me to get married all of a sudden? There wasn't even a door! I can't beat you, so won't I run?!
The Runaway Queen
by Sophie RodgerAs soon as she was old enough, Princess Tia Helios left the bucolic farmlands of the Mediterranean kingdom of Kelephai to pursue a degree in computer science at Oxford. But now she’s back and she’s got a mission. As Kelephai’s future queen, she’s determined to modernize the country and find out what its subjects really think of the monarchy. When she goes off the grid to gather intel, her car breaks down at the farm of gorgeous horse breeder Damon Anatos. She never suspects the disdainful Damon knows a thing or two about royalty: he’s the bastard prince of neighboring kingdom Montcroix. Damon wants nothing to do with that scene, including the gorgeous Tia, who could very well be a spy from his father’s palace for all he knows. But she needs a guide, he needs an investor to save his horse farm, and they both need to put down the put-downs long enough to realize that joining forces could be royally fun. Sensuality Level: Behind Closed Doors
The Runaway Rancher: A Clean and Uplifting Romance (Kansas Cowboys #10)
by Leigh RikerA new start…Or a place to hide? To the townsfolk of Barren, Kansas, ranching foreman Gabe Morgan is a tall, lean and rugged Texas cowboy. No one knows who he really is. But when Gabe agrees to help stylish librarian Sophie Crane &“cowgirl up,&” hiding his past feels almost impossible. Because Gabe&’s falling hard for Sophie. And keeping his secrets safe could mean losing everything, including the woman who&’s roped his heart but good!Kansas CowboysBook 1: The Reluctant RancherBook 2: Last Chance CowboyBook 3: Cowboy on CallBook 4: Her Cowboy SheriffBook 5: The Rancher's Second ChanceBook 6: Twins Under the TreeBook 7: The Cowboy's Secret BabyBook 8: Mistletoe CowboyBook 9: A Cowboy's HomecomingBook 10: The Runaway Rancher
Runaway Rock Star (States Of Love)
by C. J. AnthonyJust hours before Brandon Harris is supposed to head home to Cincinnati for a Labor Day family picnic, his boss at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame forces him into giving a private tour to bratty British pop-rock star Lucas Black. Before he knows it, he finds himself swept up in a whirlwind road trip through Ohio with Lucas riding shotgun. Lucas grabs hold of this wild opportunity to run away—even for a few precious days—from the gilded cage that is his carefully managed life. He's just looking for a little fun and freedom as a normal person. From roller coasters to a college football game, Brandon begins to see the real Lucas Black buried under the famous persona. But by the time he and Lucas discover their mutual attraction, they only have one night left before both of them have to go back to their real lives. The fun is over...unless Lucas can run away for real this time and keep their adventure going.States of Love: Stories of romance that span every corner of the United States.
Runaway Temptation: Keeping Secrets / Runaway Temptation (Texas Cattleman's Club: Bachelor Auction #1)
by Maureen ChildA getaway from the wrong groom leads to…A tall, blue-eyed Texas temptation…When Shelby Arthur’s mad dash from the altar ends in the arms of sexy rancher Caleb Mackenzie, she’s a goner. And then the handsome Texan offers his ranch as a hideaway while she gets her life under control…but soon their passion is out of control. Is Caleb the right guy at the wrong wedding, or will Shelby run again?
Runaway Train
by J. T. MarieJosey went away to college in the hopes of leaving her small town behind, but it seems she can't break free -- every summer she returns home, even though it seems all her friends have managed to get away. Then she meets Miranda, a senior in high school, who makes Josey feel worldly and wise.The two young women strike up a friendship that threatens to blossom into something more. But Josey doesn't know where her priorities lie -- school? work? romance? She wants Miranda up until the moment when it seems Miranda feels the same, then she pushes Miranda away. She doesn't know how to get what it is she really wants, and she doesn't even really know what that might be.Can Miranda help her decide, or will Josey's feelings for the younger woman end up pushing her over the edge?
Runaway Vampire
by Lynsay Sands<P>Buckle up--the argeneaus are back in a sexy, witty new novel from New York times bestselling author Lynsay Sands <P>Dante Notte has heard it said that love hurts. He just wasn't expecting it to run him over in an RV. Still, a punctured lung and broken ribs are nothing compared to the full-body shock he feels whenever he's near the vehicle's driver, Mary Winslow. He needs to keep her safe from their pursuers while he rescues his brother. Most challenging of all, he needs to claim this smart, stubborn woman as his life mate. <P>The naked, injured, insanely gorgeous younger man who clambered into her RV insists they belong together. If Mary wasn't feeling their incredible connection in every inch of her being, she wouldn't believe it. But now that the men who took Dante's twin are after her too, trusting her gut means risking her life for an immortal who's the very definition of a perfect stranger. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Runaway Vampire: Book Twenty-Three (ARGENEAU VAMPIRE #23)
by Lynsay SandsDante Notte has heard it said that love hurts. He just wasn't expecting it to run him over in an RV. Still, a punctured lung and broken ribs are nothing compared to the full-body shock he feels whenever he's near the vehicle's driver, Mary Winslow. He needs to keep her safe from their pursuers while he rescues his brother. Most challenging of all, he needs to claim this smart, stubborn woman as his life mate.The naked, injured, insanely gorgeous younger man who clambered into her RV insists they belong together. If Mary wasn't feeling their incredible connection in every inch of her being, she wouldn't believe it. But now that the men who took Dante's twin are after her too, trusting her gut means risking her life for an immortal who's the very definition of a perfect stranger.
Runaway Wedding
by Ruth Jean DaleHITCHED!Lark Mallory was a runaway bride.Jared Wolf was just the man to catch her!When Lark realized Wesley Sherborn was the wrong man for her to marry, she ran away from her wedding. Somehow, she ended up sleeping in Jared Wolf's bed and, when he woke her from her nightmare, she realized that he had always been the man of her dreams.Now she just had to convince Jared that, rather than running away from her future, she had been running back to him!
The Runaway Wife: A Novel
by Elizabeth BirkelundThree beautiful French sisters entrust an American hiker with the mission of rescuing their mother high in the Alps. But what if she doesn't want to be found? Recently fired from his high-power finance job and dumped by his fiancée, Jim Olsen has come to the Swiss Alps to clear his head. At the charming Cabane des Audannes, he meets Clio, Thalia and Helene Castellane, who are on a quest of their own: their mother, Calliope, has fled to these mountains to escape her philandering politician husband's most recent scandal. As snow threatens to descend upon the Alps, the women have come to bring their mother home.But the sisters are at the point of surrender; it is time for them to return to Paris. Buoyed by wine and inspired by their beauty, Jim impetuously volunteers to assume their search, but soon realizes that he is in over his head. The Alps are filled with beauty and danger, not the least of which is Calliope's desire to stay hidden. And all the while Jim finds himself haunted by the memory of her daughters and conflicted in his desire for them.The Runaway Wife is a story of adventure, survival, and romance--and of a man's discovery of a world outside his conventional life and a new vision of himself within it.
Runaway Wife
by Margaret WayThe small town of Koomera Crossing was the perfect hiding place for runaway Laura Graham. She immediately felt at home-thanks to her neighbor, handsome, brooding Evan Thompson.Evan had his own reasons for hiding out, but maintaining his distance proved hard when it came to Laura. Her apparent innocence and obvious beauty threatened to soften his hardened heart. Both had secrets. And now those secrets could break them apart....
Runaway Witness (Protected Identities)
by Maggie K. BlackThere is no safe place—not even in witness protection.On the run after her witness protection location is exposed, Iris James trusts nobody—until the return of an undercover detective she thought was dead. Mack Gray was once Iris’s protector—and the man she was falling for—but he was forced to fake his death and go into hiding. Now with a killer’s henchmen on their trail, can he keep her alive long enough to testify?Protected Identities
The Runaway Year
by Shani StruthersDumped by her hotshot boyfriend and boss, Layla Lewis quits her job and heads to Trecastle in North Cornwall to house-sit for a friend-of-a-friend. Trecastle isn't new to her; it's a place where she holidayed regularly with her now-estranged mother. It's also the home of Hannah McKenzie, her childhood friend. Hannah has tempted her with a place to live and a job in the local pub. Needing time to nurse her battered heart and escape her "real life" for a year, Layla accepts. Hannah is a talented artist as well as a barmaid. She lives in the village center with her boyfriend Jim, a singer in a local band. They are happy together, or as happy as they can be, considering. Hannah loves Jim, but there is someone she loves more and it's pushing them to breaking point. Meanwhile, back in Brighton, Layla's fiery yet loyal friend Penny seeks revenge on her behalf, sending a forged email that could damage her ex's business prospects. Penny wonders if she has gone too far but is soon preoccupied with her own problems: the sizzle has fizzled in her marriage, and she feels neglected. After getting frisky with Dylan one night, she confesses all to her husband-and he's been like ice ever since. Over the course of a year, there is laughter and heartache as all three endeavor to reign in their tumultuous love lives-discovering you can run all you like, but if it's love you're up against, true love, good things can only happen when you stand your ground.
Runaways (Orphans #5)
by V. C. AndrewsThe spellbinding Orphans series concludes in this thrilling new novel from V.C. Andrews."All for one and one for all" was the girls' motto. In the grim foster home for orphans run by Louise and Gordon Tooey, at least Brooke, Crystal, Raven, and Butterfly had each other. Calling themselves "sisters," together they could forget the past and dream of a new chance...a real home. Then they discovered a secret even more haunting than Gordon's heavy boots pounding on the wooden floors. Their fragile hopes of a better life shattered, they escaped the only way they could. Soon they were runaways in a borrowed car, desperately wishing to wake up one morning in a place of sunshine and love.Raven hoped to be a singer, Butterfly wanted to be a dancer, Crystal planned for college, and Brooke privately hoped to find her mother in California. On the open road the chains of sadness that had bound them seemed to melt away, and the kindness of strangers made a secure future seem almost real. But the highway was a dangerous place, and soon they were penniless and more vulnerable than ever. Alone under the wide western sky, they had only each other to ask if they should give up their dreams...or if they were really halfway to a haven of safety and happiness...
The Runaways
by Patricia RobinsWhen Judith and Rocky elope to Gretna Green they sincerely believe marriage will solve all their problems. But the elopement proves to be the beginning of an entirely new set of difficulties... Rocky begins to wonder if his parents were right - is he even in love? Were they too young after all? And in the background Gavin, Judith's boss, watches her disillusionment with a concern which is growing into something more.
The Runaways
by Patricia RobinsWhen Judith and Rocky elope to Gretna Green they sincerely believe marriage will solve all their problems. But the elopement proves to be the beginning of an entirely new set of difficulties... Rocky begins to wonder if his parents were right - is he even in love? Were they too young after all? And in the background Gavin, Judith's boss, watches her disillusionment with a concern which is growing into something more.
Runaways Box Set
by Edward KendrickFour stories of gay young men surviving on the streets. Contains the stories:Surviving: Brothers Terry and Kel, on the run from their abusive father, hook up with a trio of Denver street kids who teach them how to survive. Can the budding relationship between Terry and Rudy, the leader of the trio, last through the problems that ensue -- including Kel's attempted kidnapping and the loss of the squat the group has been calling home? Perhaps, with the help of a local pastor, it will.Strays in the Time of COVID: Thrown out of his home, Guy ends up on the streets as Covid ravages the country. Soon, he's adopted by a dog and a kitten. He meets three homeless teens -- Mack, Tone, and Dani, who names the kitten Ghost, and the dog Shadow. When Guy learns that, like him, Mack and Tone are gay, he hopes the attraction he and Tone begin to feel for each other can survive the life they're forced to live.The Encampment: Homeless and in danger, Davie accepts an offer to live at the Encampment, a mountain site run by Maddox, and Ran. Among the residents is Vin, who befriends Davie. Davie finds out there is more to the place than it seems when he and Vin are sent to stop slavers preying on homeless teens. Things get interesting as the two of them try to survive while dealing with their attraction for each other.The Runaway and the Enforcer: Beau is an enforcer who goes into hiding after he refuses to follow his boss's orders and harm a rival's kid. Rick, an eighteen-year-old denizen of the streets, witnesses Beau killing one of the men searching for him. Rather than kill Rick, as well, Beau befriends him -- an act he may come to regret, when Rick convinces Beau to take him along, when Beau goes on the run after taking out his boss.
The Runes of Destiny: A sweepingly romantic and thrillingly epic timeslip adventure
by Christina Courtenay'A superb timeslip novel that stands shoulder to shoulder with some of Barbara Erskine and Diana Gabaldon's finest works' 5* reader review 'This epic romance is sure to sweep you off your feet!' TAKE A BREAK Brimming with romance, adventure and vivid historical detail, Christina Courtenay does for the Vikings what Diana Gabaldon's Outlander and Clanlans does for Scottish history. ***Don't miss Christina's stunning timeslip novels, Echoes of the Runes and Whispers of the Runes, out now and Tempted by the Runes, available to preorder now! Search 9781472282729.***........................................................................... Separated by time. Brought together by fate. Indulging her fascination for the Viking language and losing herself in an archaeological dig is just what Linnea Berger needs after her recent trauma. Uncovering an exquisite brooch, she blacks out reading the runic inscription, only to come to, surrounded by men in Viking costume, who seem to take re-enactment very seriously. Lost and confused, Linnea finds herself in the power of Hrafn, a Viking warrior who claims her as his thrall and takes her on a treacherous journey across the seas to sell her for profit. Setting sail, she confronts the unthinkable: she has travelled back to the ninth century. Linnea is determined to find a way back to her own time, but there's a connection forming with Hrafn. Can she resist the call of the runes and accept her destiny lies here..............................................................................Just some of the rich praise for Christina Courtenay: 'Seals Christina Courtenay's crown as the Queen of Viking Romance' CATHERINE MILLER 'An absorbing story, fast-paced and vividly imagined, which really brought the Viking world to life' PAMELA HARTSHORNE 'A love story and an adventure, all rolled up inside a huge amount of intricately-detailed, well-researched history. Thoroughly enjoyable' KATHLEEN MCGURL 'Prepare to be swept along in this treasure of an adventure!' KATE RYDER 'Highly recommended for lovers of historical romance and timeslips, it's another absorbing read. 5 stars' GEORGIA HILL 'An amazing page-turner filled with superb historical detail, it had me gripped from the first page to the last - I absolutely loved it!' CLARE MARCHANT 'Every story Christina Courtenay spins is better than the last and every world she creates is more real' SUE MOORCROFT 'This book has brought the 9th century world alive to me and made me desperate to read more about it' GILL STEWART
The Runes of Destiny: An epic, romantic timeslip adventure
by Christina CourtenayFrom the bestselling author of Echoes of the Runes comes a thrilling and epic new timeslip novel, filled with adventure and romance, perfect for fans of Barbara Erskine, Diana Gabaldon''s Outlander and Vikings.''An absorbing story, fast-paced and vividly imagined, which really brought the Viking world to life'' PAMELA HARTSHORNE''A love story and an adventure, all rolled up inside a huge amount of intricately-detailed, well-researched history. Thoroughly enjoyable'' KATHLEEN MCGURL''Prepare to be swept along in this treasure of an adventure! With a smart, courageous heroine and hunky, honourable hero at the helm, what''s not to like?'' KATE RYDER''Highly recommended for lovers of historical romance and timeslips, it''s another absorbing read. 5 stars'' GEORGIA HILL''An amazing page-turner filled with superb historical detail, it had me gripped from the first page to the last - I absolutely loved it!'' CLARE MARCHANT''The Runes of Destiny seals Christina Courtenay''s crown as the Queen of Viking Romance. This sweeping tale takes us on Linnea''s journey through the centuries, and will leave you wanting more. By Odin''s crow, I declare this is a 5 star that readers will love!'' CATHERINE MILLER''Every story Christina Courtenay spins is better than the last and every world she creates is more real. I loved The Runes of Destiny!'' SUE MOORCROFT''This book has brought the 9th century world alive to me and made me desperate to read more about it'' GILL STEWARTSeparated by time. Brought together by fate.Indulging her fascination for the Viking language and losing herself in an archaeological dig is just what Linnea Berger needs after her recent trauma. Uncovering an exquisite brooch, she blacks out reading the runic inscription, only to come to, surrounded by men in Viking costume, who seem to take re-enactment very seriously. Lost and confused, Linnea finds herself in the power of Hrafn, a Viking warrior who claims her as his thrall and takes her on a treacherous journey across the seas to sell her for profit. Setting sail, she confronts the unthinkable: she has travelled back to the ninth century. Linnea is determined to find a way back to her own time, but there''s a connection forming with Hrafn. Can she resist the call of the runes and accept her destiny lies here...Don''t miss Christina''s pacy, evocative and romantic dual-time novel, Echoes of the Runes, out now:''Completely magical'' Nicola Cornick''A rich, dual-timeline story that totally drew me in'' Sue Moorcroft''Courtenay''s writing brings the past vividly to life, using dual-period narrative to brilliant effect'' Historical Novels Review''I was compelled to read on as I was caught up in the adventure, intrigue and romance of the dual timelines'' Sue Fortin''Sparklingly authentic - and page-turning'' Maggie Sullivan''Rich in Viking history...intrigue, adventure and romance'' Glynis Peters''Christina Courtenay weaves the threads of her contemporary and Viking love stories together expertly and the novel moves along at a cracking pace. The characters are appealing and the rural Swedish setting is engaging'' Judith Lennox
The Runes of Destiny: A sweepingly romantic and thrillingly epic timeslip adventure
by Christina CourtenayFrom the author of Echoes of the Runes comes a thrilling new timeslip novel, filled with adventure and romance, perfect for fans of Barbara Erskine, Diana Gabaldon and Vikings.Separated by time. Brought together by fate.Indulging her fascination for the Viking language and getting her hands dirty with an archaeological dig is just what Linnea Berger needs to take her mind off her recent trauma. Uncovering an exquisite brooch, she blacks out reading the runic inscription, only to come to, surrounded by men in Viking costume, who seem to take re-enactment very seriously.Lost and confused, Linnea finds herself in the power of Hrafn, a Viking warrior who claims her as his thrall and takes her on a treacherous journey across the seas to sell her for profit. As they set sail, she is forced to confront the unthinkable: she has somehow travelled back to the ninth century.Linnea is determined to find a way back to her own time, but there's a connection forming with Hrafn that she can't shake. Underneath his hard exterior, he is brave, clever and caring - not to mention attractive. Can she resist the call of the runes and accept her destiny lies here with Hrafn?Don't miss Christina's pacy, evocative and romantic dual-time novel, Echoes of the Runes, out now.(P)2020 Headline Publishing Group Ltd
Runes of the Quest
by J. T. MarieAs a child, Morlea's handmaid wove wondrous tales to amuse her. Among these stories was the legend of Talitha, a princess like Morlea herself, trapped in a tower whose walls wept at her unjust imprisonment. An evil wizard hid her away until a prince could save her, then struck the land and its people barren to prevent any attempt at rescue.Morlea believes the story nothing more than a fantasy until, years later, she discovers a possible location for the fabled tower. Dissatisfied with palace life and looking for adventure, she decides to chase down Talitha on her own.A princess needs to be rescued, of course. And if there aren't any able-bodied princes up to the task, why can't another princess be the savior for once?
Runner
by Parker WilliamsMatt Bowers’s life ended at sixteen, when a vicious betrayal by someone who he should have been able to trust left him a shell of himself, fighting OCD and PTSD, living in constant fear and always running. When he buys a remote tract of land, he thinks he’s found the perfect place to hide from the world and attempt to establish some peace. For ten years he believes he’s found a measure of comfort, until the day a stranger begins to run on Matt’s road. He returns every day, an unwelcome intrusion into Matt’s carefully structured life. Matt appeals to the local sheriff, who cannot help him since the jogger is doing nothing wrong. Gradually, after tentatively breaking the ice, Matt begins to accept the man’s presence— But when the runner doesn’t show up one day, it throws Matt’s world into chaos and he must make the hardest decision of his life.
Runner-Up Bride
by Lisa BinghamThe Fiancée TestHow does the bride-to-be react to:sqrt the gift of a very-well-endowed fertility god?sqrt the fact that the groom's best man is a female?sqrt the stripper at the bridal shower?This is what adventurous, unconventional Riley Page wants to know about Alexander Montgomery's very sedate, very conventional fiancée. Surely Alex isn't serious about "doormat" Danette? The woman is a perfect little kitten, but Riley thinks gorgeous, sexy Alex needs a tigress-why, someone more like her!Riley has traveled the world with her camera and worn-out khakis, but suddenly she's thinking perfume and high heels. Because it's bride vs. bride as Riley is about to put one boot-clad foot into the wedding-ring competition! Who will pass the fiancée test?
Running Around (and Such): A Novel Based On True Experiences From An Amish Writer!
by Linda BylerA romance novel by an Amish writer, based on true experiences! It isn't that Lizzie doesn't want to stay Amish. It's just that there is so much to figure out. Like why can't she let her hair a little looser on top? And why can't she wear shoes with a little bit more of a heel? And will she ever really just know for a fact who she is going to marry like her next-older sister, Emma, does? And how does it happen that her just-younger sister, Mandy, is going on a date before Lizzie ever has a real one? So does it matter at all if she eats one more whoopie pie? Amos seems to like her a lot when she pounds out the ping-pong games. He even asks her to be his partner in doubles. But then he asks Ruthie if he can take her home! It has been this way Lizzie's whole life. She has too hot a temper. She hates housework and dislikes babies. She loves driving fast horses but is petrified of going away from home for a week to work as a maud (maid). Now that Lizzie is running around, will she scare off the Amish boys with her hi-jinks manners? She has certainly attracted the attention of the egg-truck driver. A scary thrill runs through her every time the worldly man comes to pick up an order, each time extending his stay a little longer. How long will she keep this a secret from Emma--and from Mamm and Datt? What will become of Lizzie? Is she too spirited, too innocent, and almost too uninhibited for a young Amish woman?
Running Away From Sunshine
by Gwynn MarssenNobody knows why ER resident Jake Nichols left California to move to cold and dark Calgary, Canada. Nobody knows Jake hasn't always been a silent loner. Nobody in his new home knows he is gay, and nobody needs to know, since he doesn't plan to let anyone in... until he meets Gabriel Montgomery, the carefree hockey player with the big blue eyes who just won't take no for an answer when it comes to opening up and accepting the possibility of love.