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The Schoolteacher of Saint-Michel: inspired by real acts of resistance, a heartrending story of one woman's courage in WW2
by Sarah SteeleThe Schoolteacher of Saint Michel is a heartrending and deeply moving story of love and hope in World War II from the USA Today bestselling author of The Missing Pieces of Nancy Moon.The war taught her to fight. The children taught her to hope...Inspired by real acts of bravery and resistance, The Schoolteacher of Saint Michel is a heartrending and deeply moving story of one woman's courage and sacrifice during World War II, from the USA Today bestselling author of The Missing Piece of Nancy Moon. This exquisitely beautiful novel is perfect for readers of The Rose Code by Kate Quinn, The Postmistress, Lilac Girls and The Girl from Vichy.'A beautifully worked tale of bravery, woven into the reality of a time we can't forget' Mandy Robotham, author of The Berlin Girl'An emotional, beautifully constructed read. I loved the way the clues from the past and present slowly knitted together, answering the questions that had been missing their answers for so long' Sunday Times bestselling author Jill Mansell'Gripping, at times heartbreaking, but ultimately uplifting, I found this beautifully written novel impossible to put down' Sunday Times bestselling author Katie Fforde'My darling girl, I need you to find someone for me . . .'France, 1942. At the end of the day, the schoolteacher releases her pupils. She checks they have their identity passes, and warns them not to stop until the German guards have let them through the barrier that separates occupied France from Free France. As the little ones fly across the border and into their mothers' arms, she breathes a sigh of relief. No one is safe now. Not even the children.Berkshire, present day. A letter left to her by her beloved late grandmother Gigi takes Hannah Stone on a journey deep into the heart of the Dordogne landscape. As she begins to unravel a forgotten history of wartime bravery and sacrifice, she discovers the heartrending secret that binds her grandmother to a village schoolteacher, the remarkable Lucie Laval . . .'An engaging tale of courage and friendship. A triumph!' Gill Paul'Evocative writing and the storytelling is masterful. It really draws the reader in' Felicity Hayes-McCoy(P)2021 Headline Publishing Group Limited
The Schoolteacher of Saint-Michel: inspired by real acts of resistance, a heartrending story of one woman's courage in WW2
by Sarah SteeleThe war taught her to fight. The children taught her to hope...*The Lost Song of Paris, the new novel from Sarah Steele, is available to pre-order now!*Inspired by real acts of bravery and resistance, The Schoolteacher of Saint Michel is a heartrending and deeply moving story of one woman's courage and sacrifice during World War II, from the USA Today bestselling author of The Missing Piece of Nancy Moon. This exquisitely beautiful novel is perfect for readers of The Rose Code by Kate Quinn, The Postmistress, Lilac Girls and The Girl from Vichy.'A beautifully worked tale of bravery, woven into the reality of a time we can't forget' Mandy Robotham, author of The Berlin Girl'An emotional, beautifully constructed read. I loved the way the clues from the past and present slowly knitted together, answering the questions that had been missing their answers for so long' Sunday Times bestselling author Jill Mansell'Gripping, at times heartbreaking, but ultimately uplifting, I found this beautifully written novel impossible to put down' Sunday Times bestselling author Katie Fforde______'My darling girl, I need you to find someone for me . . .'France, 1942. At the end of the day, the schoolteacher releases her pupils. She checks they have their identity passes, and warns them not to stop until the German guards have let them through the barrier that separates occupied France from Free France. As the little ones fly across the border and into their mothers' arms, she breathes a sigh of relief. No one is safe now. Not even the children.Berkshire, present day. A letter left to her by her beloved late grandmother Gigi takes Hannah Stone on a journey deep into the heart of the Dordogne landscape. As she begins to unravel a forgotten history of wartime bravery and sacrifice, she discovers the heartrending secret that binds her grandmother to a village schoolteacher, the remarkable Lucie Laval . . .______'An engaging tale of courage and friendship. A triumph!' Gill Paul'Evocative writing and the storytelling is masterful. It really draws the reader in' Felicity Hayes-McCoy'A gripping journey about the quiet triumphs and breathtaking courage of so many women in wartime' Jane BaileyReaders ADORE The Schoolteacher of Saint Michel:'I loved this book, I finished reading it on VE Day. It is certainly a fitting tribute to the everyday people in France who resisted the German occupation in WW2. 5 stars''Absolutely fabulous. Highly recommend this. I've read The Missing Pieces of Nancy Moon - this is even better''Such a poignant story and beautiful characters. I can highly recommend this book''A lovely book, by turns emotional, exciting and heart-rending. The story is beautifully told. A book that will stay with me. Definitely recommended, particularly to anyone with an interest in World War II historical novels' 'A lovely story of courage and hope at a time of extreme adversity. Wonderfully written, descriptive and poignant. This one is special''Sheer escapism, beautifully written. I highly recommend it'
Schritt für Schritt
by Florentina Hellmas K. C. WellsJamies Leben ist eine einzige finanzielle Katastrophe, was aber nicht seine Schuld ist. Dass er in der Bibliothek einen Wohltäter finden würde, ist das Letzte, womit er gerechnet hätte. Auch wenn er anfangs misstrauisch ist, was Guys Motive betrifft, wird schnell klar, dass sein Retter ein guter Mann ist, der im Leben Glück hatte und das nun weitergeben will. Dass Guy schwul ist, ist kein Problem. Jamie hat ohnehin kein Interesse … glaubt er zumindest. Die beiden kommen gut miteinander aus und Guy freut sich, dass er Jamie unterstützen kann. Aber als Jamie seiner Neugierde nachgibt, sieht Guy den jungen Mann plötzlich mit anderen Augen. Was als Hilfestellung begann, ist nun etwas völlig anderes …
Schüttel den Zuckerbaum (The Der Zuckerbaum #1)
by Heike Reifgens Nick WilgusBuch 1 in der Serie - Der ZuckerbaumFlapsig und immer einen kessen Spruch auf den Lippen: Wiley Cantrell ist laut, rasant und unverschämt. Und das muss er im Tiefsten Süden der USA auch sein, um sich tiefreligiöse Nachbarn und Familienmitglieder gleichermaßen vom Leib zu halten. Ein verkrachter Schriftsteller, lebt Wiley von Lebensmittelmarken, arbeitet für den Mindestlohn und kann sich und seinen tauben Sohn Noah nur mit Mühe über Wasser halten. Noah ist ein Drogenbaby, mit allen Geburtsdefekten, die dazugehören. Er sieht, wie einsam sein Vater ist und versucht, einen festen Freund für ihn zu finden. Derweil bemüht Wiley sich, Noah eine Beziehung zu seiner inhaftierten Mutter zu ermöglichen, die der Ansicht ist, dass die beste Methode, ein Kind zu füttern, eine Steinschleuder ist. Es ist also nicht überraschend, dass Noah Wileys größter Befürworter wird, als sich Krankenpfleger Jackson Ledbetter aus Boston an Wileys Kasse anstellt und seinen Zuckerbaum in Brand setzt. Jackson verliebt sich Hals über Kopf in Wileys Sinn für Humor. Und während Wiley in vielerlei Hinsicht das Beste am Süden repräsentiert, verbirgt Jackson ein Geheimnis, dass die neu entstehende Familie bedroht. Wenn Nord auf Süd trifft, sind kulturelle Missverständnisse vorprogrammiert, und es gibt viel Gelächter und viele Tränen, aber wie sie unten in Dixie sagen: Alles gut.
Schwarz bemalte Puppe: Gebrochene Frau, gerettet durch ihre Wahre Liebe
by Laura LagoAda ist das Gegenteil einer glücklichen Frau. Mit 27 Jahren ist sie eine menschenfeindliche Märtyrerin, die alles um sie herum hasst. Er hasst seinen Job, er hasst seinen Chef, er hasst seine Nachbarn, seine Stadt und jeden. Ihre Freunde halten sie für eine Kettenraucherin, Nachttrinkerin und eine aggressiv-depressive Gefahr für die Öffentlichkeit. Allerdings trägt Ada eine Last, die niemand tragen sollte. Seine Mutter starb an Krebs. Sein spielsüchtiger Vater wurde von der russischen Mafia getötet. Ihr Verlobter, ein Polizeiinspektor, wurde von denselben Bastarden ermordet. Als sie vom Verlust ihres zukünftigen Mannes erfuhr, kam es zu vorzeitigen Wehen und sie verlor ihre Tochter. Jetzt sind ihm nur noch schwarze Tattoos geblieben, in Erinnerung an all die, die er verloren hat. Das und sein neues Dojo, in dem er Kampfsportarten, Aikido und Kung-Fu unterrichtet. Ein Dojo, das am frühen Morgen von Schlägern der russischen Mafia heimgesucht wird und behauptet, dass das Viertel ihnen gehört und zum Schutz Steuern verlangt. Schutz, den Ada natürlich mit Schlägen zurückweist. Voller Schmerzen, sehr wütend und betrunken erwartet sie im Morgengrauen neben dem Zirpen der Grillen als letztes Kyle Nakamura, den Sohn ihres Lehrers, an der Tür ihres Dojos, der nach dem kürzlichen Mord an seinem Vater in der Stadt anwesend ist. Das Letzte, was Ada erwartet hatte, war, dass Kyle, dieser Fremde an ihrer Tür, ihr Hauptgrund für das Atmen sein würde. Achtung: Ein schwarzer Roman mit expliziter Erotik, Romantik, Leidenschaft und Action, voller Drama, erwachsener Sprache, expliziter Gewalt und einer Liebe, die so tief ist, dass sie jede Wunde heilen kann.
Schwur der Ehre (Wandel des Herzens #3)
by Mary CalmesFortsetzung zu Bund des VertrauensBuch 3 in der Serie – Wandel des HerzensJin Rayne ist immer noch damit beschäftigt, in seine neue Kraft als Nekhene-Katze und seine Position als Reah von Logan Churchs Stamm hineinzuwachsen, als er erfährt, dass ein Sepat ausgerufen wurde. Logan, der nie etwas anderes wollte, als seinen eigenen kleinen Stamm zu führen, muss um die ganze Welt in die Mongolei reisen, um sich einem Kampf zu stellen, in dem der mächtigste Anführer der Werpantherwelt ermittelt werden soll. Logan wird diese Reise nicht allein antreten. Als sein Gefährte muss Jin an seiner Seite kämpfen, um seine Treue zu Logan und seinem Stamm unter Beweis zu stellen. Doch die Prüfung ist lang, zwingt sie zu einer langen Trennung und gefährdet Logans Menschlichkeit. Um diesen Albtraum zu überstehen, müssen Jin und Logan ihr Schicksal akzeptieren, einander vertrauen und das Bündnis ehren, das zwischen ihnen herrscht – egal, zu welchem Preis.
The Science of Happily Ever After: What Really Matters in the Quest for Enduring Love
by Ty TashiroIn this playful and informative exploration of the science behind how to choose a great mate, acclaimed relationship psychologist Dr. Ty Tashiro explores how to find enduring love. Dr. Tashiro translates reams of scientific studies and research data into the first book to revolutionize the way we search for love. His research pinpoints why our decision-making abilities seem to fail when it comes to choosing mates and how we can make smarter choices. Dr. Tashiro has discovered that if you want a lifetime of happiness-not just togetherness-it all comes down to how you choose a partner in the first place. With wit and insight, he explains the science behind finding a soul mate and distills his research into actionable tips, including: Why you get only three wishes when choosing your ideal partner. Why most people squander their wishes and end up in unfulfilling relationships. How wishing for the three traits that really matter can help you find enduring love. Illustrated using entertaining stories based on real-life situations and backed by scientific findings from fields such as demography, sociology, medical science and psychology, Dr. Tashiro provides an accessible framework to help singles find their happily-ever-afters.f checklists, goal worksheets and real-life success stories in this book will keep you motivated to make smart decisions, even on the busiest days. So don't settle for a diabetes diagnosis. Shed the pounds, toss the medications and conquer your diabetes, once and for all.
The Science of Pleasure
by Jacquelyn FrankIn the Name of Science Dr. Jenesis DeBruehl once hoped that her scientific research would have positive ramifications for humanity, only to have her work twisted by the evil Dr. Eric Paulson and used to torture innocents. Seven years later she finally has her own lab again, despite her checkered past. Kincaid “Kin” Gregory is a Morphate, one of the people mutated by Paulson. Now running the lab that Jenesis is joining, Kin is surprised by the lust he feels for the human woman. While Jenesis struggles with her guilt over the role she played in Kincaid’s mutation, he encourages her to use him as her personal test subject. No limitations. With Kin’s body all hers, Jenesis is about to make a whole new kind of discovery . . .
Scintilla (Libro 1 de El Corazon #1)
by Elizabeth Noble¿Qué tan lejos es demasiado lejos para salvar a alguien que amas? Brandon Lynch es mágico. Es un centella, poseedor de la electricidad y está enamorado de un hombre lobo, ¿o tal vez solo está enamorado de la idea de amar a un hombre lobo? Raúl Fierro es un cazarrecompensas y un hombre lobo. Él sabe que ama a Brandon. Hizo la promesa de proteger siempre a Brandon y cumplirá esa promesa a toda costa. Cuando Brandon y Raul se enfrentan cara a cara con los traficantes de personas, la moral de Brandon se estira al límite. ¿Cumpliendo Raúl su promesa, los separará?
Scions: Insurrection
by Patrice MichelleWhen Detective Kaitlyn McKinney responds to a call about a strange, burned body, she discovers something far more complicated--and dangerous. Landon Rourke is a werewolf, exiled from his pack and dedicated to keeping a protective watch over Kaitlyn. A prophecy has said that his kind and vampires would one day come to a truce. But that day has yet to come. Landon has his own past to deal with, too, involving Kaitie herself. A dark truth that has kept them apart for years. When Kaitlyn gets caught up in the battle between vampires and werewolves, the long-simmering attraction she shares with Landon ignites. And in that attraction they find the secret that will bring them together. . . .
Scions: Revelation
by Patrice MichelleCaine Grennard is a werewolf, living among humans and lacking purpose--until the night he meets a woman with an exotic, irresistible scent. A woman who might be his deadliest enemy. When her aunt is kidnapped, Emma Gray swears she'll do anything to get the older woman back. Even if it means trusting the mysterious--and sexy--stranger named Caine. But more is at stake than one woman's life: Emma's past holds the last key to unlocking a prophecy Caine's clan is depending on. The fates of both their clans rest on Caine and Emma trusting the impossible, electric connection between them, even in the midst of betrayal. . . .
Scions: Perception
by Patrice MichelleShe'd barely survived the treacherous drive to Kaitlyn's house through an ice storm. Then, forced to break in when she couldn't find the key, Abby was immediately grabbed by someone in the dark. She gave her assailant the fight of his life. . . until his accusation that she was a burglar told her a mistake had been made. Now, facing her opponent, she was overwhelmed by an electric attraction more intense than any she'd ever felt. Gabriel was impressed by this fascinating spitfire. He also felt the most intense desire of his life--a relentless need so powerful it tore him apart. He understood immediately that Abby was the one--the female destined as his mate for life. But Abby was't like the other females he'd been with. For one thing, she was human. Gabriel didn't trust humans one bit. But the realization hit him--if he was to win Abby, he would have to win her trust. . . and Abby wasn't going to make it easy. Thrill to this ebook exclusive installment in Patrice Michelle's enthralling Scions series.
Scion's Rebirth (Predator #2)
by H. E. McvayThe soul of a little girl hangs in the balance ... and her mother will do whatever it takes to save her! Drawn into the world of Predator and Prey, Rachel drags Matsumoto Kai out of his well-ordered life to help battle the evil that would take her beloved daughter from her. H.E. McVay brings you Scion's Rebirth, Book 2 of her exciting paranormal romance series.Matsumoto Kai has been alone for centuries, and he's made his life work. He likes the serenity that comes from forcing order on himself and those around him. When he meets the lovely cousin of Adam Montrose, he sees her as nothing more than another conquest in a long line of conquests. Their meeting, however, will be the catalyst that breaks apart his nice, orderly world into one of chaos.Rachel Montrose doesn't remember most of what happened the night of her cousin's wedding, only that it left her with the most beautiful little girl. With her daughter and her career as an up and coming photographer, Rachel is perfectly content never remembering. Her life is perfect the way it is.When disaster strikes, Rachel is dragged from her normal life into the dark world of Predators and Prey, of hunters and hunted, and despite themselves, Kai and Rachel are drawn together in a cosmic battle for one very special soul. Somewhere in the mystery of it all is the key to saving both of them.
Scoiattoli piccoli possono scalare alberi alti (Scoiattoli piccoli #1)
by Laura Di Berardino Michael MurphyKyle Miller è davvero speciale. Anche se nato da genitori conservatori e cresciuto in una piccola città dell'Oklahoma, capisce sin da giovane che deve scappare dall'America rurale. Ora vive a New York, lavora come dottore al pronto soccorso e ripaga il suo debito studentesco. Non è mai stato su un aeroplano e non ha mai visto un film, ma sa abbastanza del mondo da riconoscere l'attrazione quando lo colpisce in fronte. Non che sappia come sia riuscito a sbattere la testa contro Joseph, che è un bel po' più basso di lui. Joseph è l'opposto di Kyle in tante cose: benestante tanto quanto Kyle è povero e sicuro di sé tanto quanto Kyle è insicuro. È anche determinato a mostrare a Kyle che ragazzo fantastico sia e a portare la fiducia che mostra in pronto soccorso nella sua vita di tutti i giorni. Ma gli orari di lavoro frenetici di Kyle e la sua inesperienza nelle relazioni non rendono la loro storia d'amore semplice.
Scommessa da gentiluomo (Le spose di North Barrows #1)
by Claire DelacroixSette anni prima, Sophia Brisbane perse tutto - suo padre, suo fratello, il suo patrimonio familiare - ma peggio ancora, fu rifiutata dall'uomo che amava. Determinata a non desiderare il passato e i suoi piaceri, fino a quando non incontrò di nuovo Lucien de Roye. Pur sapendo che Sophia non avrebbe mai potuto essere sua, Lucien aveva giurato di recuperare l'eredità sprecata, scommettendo la sua stessa anima con un demone. Quando Sophia scoprirà l’accaduto, nessuna forza in cielo o in terra potrà convincerla a lasciare che sia lui a pagare il dovuto al demone, a qualunque costo.
Scones and Sensibility
by Lindsay ElandSeek tirelessly and you shall not find a contemporary heroine of middle-grade literature as refined and romantic as Miss Polly Madassa. Still swooning over the romantic conclusions of Pride & Prejudice and Anne of Green Gables, twelve-year-old Polly decides her purpose in life: helping along lonely hearts in search of love. Polly's only task this summer is to make deliveries for her parents' bakery, leaving ample time for this young cupid to find hearts to mend—beginning with the kite-store owner, Mr. Nightquist, who will pair perfectly with Miss Wiskerton (the unfairly labeled town curmudgeon). Polly's best friend Fran Fisk is in desperate need of a mother ever since hers ran off with a man she met on the Internet; Polly must find a match for Mr. Fisk. And while she's at it, it wouldn't hurt to find Clementine, Polly's teenaged sister, a beau worthy of her (so she can shed that brute, Clint). Polly's plans are in full swing, so she definitely cannot be bothered by the advances of classmate Brad Barker. But maybe Polly should have turned her attention to Miss Austen's Emma next, because she quickly learns the pitfalls of playing matchmaker. How will Polly patch up her own relationships, while ensuring that destined love can take its course?
Scones and Sensibility
by Lindsay ElandSeek tirelessly and you shall not find a contemporary heroine of middle-grade literature as refined and romantic as Miss Polly Madassa. Still swooning over the romantic conclusions of Pride & Prejudice and Anne of Green Gables, twelve-year-old Polly decides her purpose in life: helping along lonely hearts in search of love. Polly's only task this summer is to make deliveries for her parents' bakery, leaving ample time for this young cupid to find hearts to mend--beginning with the kite-store owner, Mr. Nightquist, who will pair perfectly with Miss Wiskerton (the unfairly labeled town curmudgeon). Polly's best friend Fran Fisk is in desperate need of a mother ever since hers ran off with a man she met on the Internet; Polly must find a match for Mr. Fisk. And while she's at it, it wouldn't hurt to find Clementine, Polly's teenaged sister, a beau worthy of her (so she can shed that brute, Clint). Polly's plans are in full swing, so she definitely cannot be bothered by the advances of classmate Brad Barker.But maybe Polly should have turned her attention to Miss Austen's Emma next, because she quickly learns the pitfalls of playing matchmaker. How will Polly patch up her own relationships, while ensuring that destined love can take its course?
Sconvolta da un vampiro (Cuori Immortali di San Francisco #3)
by Susan GriscomLane DeMarco è un vampiro a pezzi, tormentato da un orribile passato che rende impossibili ogni intimità e fiducia. La sua passione, suonare musica, è l'unica cosa che lo soddisfa abbastanza da lenire la sua inquietudine, finché Vanessa scuote la sua esistenza più forte del terremoto di San Francisco. Lei è intelligente, forte, determinata... ma è una strega. Una strega che già una volta gli ha lanciato un incantesimo. Vanessa Creamer ha ereditato grandi poteri per diritto di nascita, ma eventi traumatici nella sua vita hanno distrutto la sua autostima. Benché sappia nasconderlo bene, ogni giorno combatte con la propria insicurezza e nega i suoi più profondi desideri verso l'unico uomo che davvero vuole. L'attrazione che prova per Lane, con la sua voce vellutata e lo sguardo da letto, si dimostra irresistibile. Tutti i tentativi per avvicinarsi a lui sono falliti e lei teme che al proprio desiderio corrisponda da parte di lui un altrettanto forte e intenso disprezzo. La passione s'incendia tra di loro mentre ancora combattono con segreti annidati nel profondo, che li perseguitano. La strega di cui lui diffida potrà domare i demoni che lo torturano? O l'ardente desiderio di entrambi non farà altro che spingerlo ancor più giù, in fondo al suo inferno?
Scoop (Occupational Hazards Series, Book #1)
by Rene GutteridgeAnd now back to our regularly scheduled insanity. Channel 7 news producer Hugo Talley dreams of working with first-class professionals. Instead he's saddled with a weatherman who can't admit when he's wrong, an aging anchorwoman who refuses to release her clawlike grip on the newsdesk, a conscience-stricken reporter who's reluctant to focus on sensationalism, and a new assistant--former homeschool student Hayden Hazard--who can't just seem to leave her faith outside the newsroom. When the Channel News 7 team inadvertently stumbles on a hot news story, Hugo is frantic to exploit this rare opportunity. But a series of crises--including a Botox disaster and the disappearance of a colleague--threatens to destroy his chance for ratings success and send him completely over the edge. Meanwhile Hayden's presence is distracting at least two coworkers. Softspoken reporter Ray Duffey isn't sure whether he's attracted or frightened by her outspoken faith, while ego-driven Sam Leege is certain her naïve spiritual convictions will fall victim to his persuasive attentions. With their oddball antics and all-too-real foibles, this lovable cast of characters offers a hilarious look at the sometimes--unexpected effects of taking one's faith boldly into the workplace.
Scorched
by Sharon AshwoodEx-detective Macmillan has a taste for bad girls, but his last love really took the cake - and his humanity. Now a half-demon, Mac's lost his friends, his family and his job. Then a beguiling vampire asks for help to find her son. Suddenly, Mac has a case to work - one that leads him deep into the supernatural prison where Mac learns that cracking the case will cost him his last scrap of humanity.
Scorched (Selena McCaffrey #3)
by Rachel ButlerFrom her birth as the love child of a rich Southern family to her childhood on the streets, beautiful assassin Selena McCaffrey had one option: survive. Now she wants to put the past behind her and start a new life with the man she loves...but her enemies have other plans. Someone has put out a half-million-dollar contract on Selena's life--and two of the world's most elite assassins have taken the job. As Selena and homicide detective Tony Ceola race from Tulsa to Atlanta to Alabama, what they discover will change their lives forever: a scorching secret about Selena's past, about her mother's death--and about how close her worst enemy really is....
Scorched: Scorched (Calendar Boys Ser.)
by Jamie CraigFires are blazing across southern Utah, and Aaron Meyers, volunteer firefighter, knows he should be concentrating on the flames. Unfortunately, he's too distracted by former crush, and current New York City fireman, Xander Wescott.Xander returns to Utah to help battle the flames threatening his hometown. He remembers Aaron as the gangly kid who used to follow him around, and he's unprepared for just how much he wants to know the man Aaron has become.
Scorched (Tracers #6)
by Laura GriffinThe sixth thrilling Tracers novel from bestselling and award-winning author Laura Griffin features a forensic anthropologist and a Navy Seal who work together to find a killer before the killer finds them.Kelsey Quinn has traveled the world unearthing heartbreaking secrets, but nothing prepares her for the trauma of her latest discovery. While on a human rights dig in the Philippines, the forensic anthropologist uncovers a set of human remains, touching off a chain of deadly events back on American soil. After a terrifying attack, Kelsey goes into hiding while she tries to unravel the mystery of two seemingly unconnected murders. The odds are stacked against her, but Kelsey has the help of her colleagues at the Delphi Center crime lab… and the unexpected protection of the only man she ever loved. Navy SEAL Gage Brewer knows his relationship with Kelsey is over and done. But when he learns she’s being targeted by a killer, he risks everything—including his career as a spec ops warrior—to get her out of harm’s way. Gage tracks down Kelsey and believes he’s accomplished his goal. But as the threats against her escalate, it becomes clear that the enemy they’re fighting is more lethal than anyone ever imagined. And the most dangerous mission is only beginning.
Scorched: A HOT enemies-to-lovers summer college romance! (Frigid Series)
by Jennifer L. ArmentroutFor once, I wanted to be something more than just a hookup. I wanted to be. . . worth more.Most days, Andrea Walters doesn't know whether she wants to kiss Tanner Hammond or punch him in the gut. He's been hot since the day they met, with insane bedroom eyes and that firefighter's body of his - but he's also a major player, and the two of them have never been able to get along for more than a handful of minutes at a time.Tanner knows he and Andrea are infamous for their love/hate relationship, but lately, he's found himself wanting more love than hate from her. He wants her, period. But the more he gets to know the girl behind the fiery mask, the more it becomes obvious that Andrea has a problem. She's teetering on the edge of disaster, and every time he tries to catch her, she slips through his fingers.Between her drinking and the demons beneath it, Andrea's life is spiralling out of control, and it doesn't matter that Tanner wants to save her - because when everything falls apart and she's speeding toward rock bottom, only she can save herself.WHAT TO EXPECT? Friends-to-lovers, college romance, steamy, bad boy gets the good girl, duel POV, forced proximity, guilty pleasure!WHAT ARE THE READERS SAYING?'I think this is Jennifer's best NA book to date. Explorations of some heavy subject matter - alcoholism, depression and anxiety. Jennifer handles it perfectly; no glossing over, no sensationalism, raw, real, gritty, so powerful.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book is amazing and you have to read it, can be read as a stand alone no need to have read first book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is not just a simple ordinary love history of a hot guy with a troubled girl. The book explores her demons much as much as it explores the love that raise between the two of them.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Just because someone might smile or laugh and be happy on the outside, doesn't necessarily mean that is how they feel on the inside. We all have our stories, and we don't tell them to everyone.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I highly recommend reading this book. You will not be disappointed! If you're a fan of Jen or have never picked up one of her books, this is a must read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Scorched By His Fire
by Reet SinghCONVENIENT BOYFRIEND, INCONVENIENT ATTRACTION!Mita Ramphul can't face another family set--up with a "nice young man". What she needs is to divert her family's attention... so introducing the devastatingly handsome Tanay Devkumar as her new boyfriend is a stroke of brilliance! Until Tanay's scorching hot kisses threaten to shatter her plans for the perfect pretend date...He might drive her crazy, yet spending time with Tanay sparks a passion Mita never knew she had. It's only meant to be temporary, but when Tanay looks at her with that smouldering fire in his ebony eyes Mita can't help but surrender to the temptation of her fake boyfriend...!