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An Act of Generosity
by Sharon Maria BidwellIs sex enough? Can it evolve into love, or will a generous act return to kick Rob where it hurts?Robert may be gay, but he's a responsible adult and a dedicated businessman. He hesitates to hire Lee, the man who's applied for the position of PA at his firm, knowing how hard it will be to deny his attraction to the younger man. What's worse, his business partner's pressing Robert to rent a room to the new hire.But Lee hasn't been entirely honest with his new employers. He's trying to unravel the mysteries of his past, but instead, he falls for Robert.Lee knows Robert has feelings for him, but can he get the proper English gentleman to admit they might share more than lust? And what will happen when Robert discovers they share a past?
An Act of Love
by Marion EkholmShe's not getting married. She's only engaged! Marley Roman should have already known that romantic plots hatched with her best friend Dede were doomed. But a fake engagement seemed like the only way for her, as the last old maid in the bunch, to endure her youngest sister's wedding. Armed with a phony ring and a plausible story about a fiancé loosely based on her overly friendly cowboy-turned-actor neighbor, Brant Westfield, she was ready to face-and fool-her family. But between her ex-boyfriend Richard's unexpected role in the wedding party and Brant's sudden arrival to join the fun, the holes in her plan were growing...and multiplying!
An Act of Love: A Novel (Act Of Love Ser. #Vol. 1)
by Nancy ThayerA happy family is forced to confront a shocking secret with the power to pull them apart in this riveting novel from New York Times bestselling author Nancy Thayer. Now available for the first time as an eBook! In their modest farmhouse in rural New England, Owen and Linda McFarland feel that they've found a little slice of heaven. Both previously divorced, they now have a second chance at a happy home with his son, Bruce, and her daughter, Emily. While the transition wasn't easy, Linda and Owen hope the newly blended family has put their troubles behind them. But they are mistaken. Bruce, seventeen, and Emily, fifteen, are enrolled together in an elite Massachusetts boarding school when bright, extroverted Emily attempts suicide, shocking the entire family. In recovery at the hospital, she makes a horrifying accusation that threatens to destroy the idyllic life Linda and Owen have worked so hard to build. With illusions laid bare, loyalties are tested and a family must learn to start anew. Includes a captivating preview of Nancy Thayer's upcoming novel Nantucket Sisters! Praise for the novels of Nancy Thayer "The queen of beach books."--The Star-Ledger "Thayer has a deep and masterly understanding of love and friendship, of where the two complement and where they collide."--Elin Hilderbrand "Thayer's gift for reaching the emotional core of her characters [is] captivating."--Houston Chronicle "One of my favorite writers."--Susan Wiggs "Thayer portrays beautifully the small moments, inside stories and shared histories that build families."--The Miami Herald "Thayer's sense of place is powerful, and her words are hung together the way my grandmother used to tat lace."--Dorothea Benton Frank
Act of Love
by Pan ZadorWhen you're young, and passionate about your first theatre job, you do everything your director tells you to. Don't you? Tor Douglas can be charismatic, rude, angry or captivating. And Marigold is lucky to be starting her career in the Tower Theatre Company--so she'd better do as he says. But she's used to speaking her mind, sometimes too impulsively, and this soon gets her into trouble with her director and the other actors, who are far more wily, devious, and dangerous than she could imagine. Acting is exactly like falling in love; you are nervous, ecstatic, heartbroken, transformed and always avid for more, and you can't keep away from the love object. But if Marigold's not more careful, it is not just her job that she'll lose. Sensuality Level: Sensual
Act of Love
by Pan ZadorWhen you’re young, and passionate about your first theatre job, you do everything your director tells you to. Don’t you? Tor Douglas can be charismatic, rude, angry or captivating. And Marigold is lucky to be starting her career in the Tower Theatre Company—so she’d better do as he says. But she’s used to speaking her mind, sometimes too impulsively, and this soon gets her into trouble with her director and the other actors, who are far more wily, devious, and dangerous than she could imagine. Acting is exactly like falling in love; you are nervous, ecstatic, heartbroken, transformed and always avid for more, and you can’t keep away from the love object. But if Marigold’s not more careful, it is not just her job that she’ll lose. Sensuality Level: Sensual
Act of Love
by Pan ZadorWhen you’re young, and passionate about your first theatre job, you do everything your director tells you to. Don’t you? Tor Douglas can be charismatic, rude, angry or captivating. And Marigold is lucky to be starting her career in the Tower Theatre Company—so she’d better do as he says. But she’s used to speaking her mind, sometimes too impulsively, and this soon gets her into trouble with her director and the other actors, who are far more wily, devious, and dangerous than she could imagine. Acting is exactly like falling in love; you are nervous, ecstatic, heartbroken, transformed and always avid for more, and you can’t keep away from the love object. But if Marigold’s not more careful, it is not just her job that she’ll lose. Sensuality Level: Sensual
An Act of Peace: The enthralling sequel to An Act of Treachery
by Ann Widdecombe'A gripping read' Sunday ExpressFrom bestselling author Ann Widdecombe, a moving tale of families broken apart by war, and one boy's quest to come to terms with his history. Klaus-Pierre is the love-child of a young Frenchwoman and a senior, married German officer. Klaus-Pierre never knew his father, who was killed before he was born, and his mother was rejected by her family of patriots and resistance workers. Cared for by his German family, Klaus-Pierre is loved and happy - but as he grows up in a Europe where old enemies are learning to cooperate, he tries to make his own 'Act of Peace' with his French relatives. The result is a horrifying confrontation between the two families when they meet accidentally in Provence.Meanwhile, Klaus-Pierre is struggling with another quest to come to terms with his roots, as he tries to find out just what kind of man his father really was...The sequel to AN ACT OF TREACHERY 'Impressive . . . Widdecombe skilfully and often movingly uses the boy's struggle with his own painful history to throw light on the troubled years between 1945 and the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989' SUNDAY TIMES
An Act of Persuasion
by Stephanie DoyleFor all the wrong reasons?Anna Summers has always been more than Ben Tyler's assistant. She's even been more than his best friend. Too bad Ben didn't realize it until after she quit. Now that he's more like his old self after facing oï¬ against a life-threatening illness, he's ready to win Anna back.Of course, it's not simple. One night Ben broke his own rule about getting involved with an employee. And now Anna is pregnant. She refuses to let him use the baby as a reason for them to reconcile. It will take an act of persuasion to convince her they belong together...and not only because of the baby.
Act of Possession
by Anne MatherCould he ever belong to her?<P> Antonia was devastated to learn that the very attractive man she had met at Celia's party was none other than Reed Gallagher, Celia's fiance. He hadn't acted like a man in love, but perhaps their sort of people behaved differently. And Antonia was very definitely not their sort.<P> Although she resolved to forget Reed, Antonia couldn't escape him. He invaded her life and her heart. And despite her guilt feelings, she soon discovered she couldn't live without him.<P> Nor could she live with herself for wanting another woman's man.
An Act of Treachery
by Ann Widdecombe'A tale of illicit love, hate and loss in occupied France . . . confirming [Ann Widdecombe] as an eloquent storyteller' GLASGOW HERALDCatherine Dessin, a young French girl living in Paris during the occupation, falls for an older, married German officer. The novel examines the tensions this causes within her family of patriots and resistance workers. Meanwhile Klaus, the German officer, who is Oxford educated and a professed Anglophile, faces his own moral dilemma as he comes to realise, through his love for Catherine and a tragedy in his own family, the true nature of the regime he is serving.'A gripping read' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Widdecombe is to be applauded for the range of her ambition within this book: the admirably large cast of characters is well-handled, their dilemmas are believable and the narrative makes for compulsive reading' THE TIMES
Act of Valor: True Blue K-9 Unit (True Blue K-9 Unit #4)
by Dana MentinkShe saw something she shouldn’t have…A True Blue K-9 Unit storyWhen airline employee Violet Griffin encounters several suspicious passengers, she’s thrust into the crosshairs of a drug smuggling operation. NYPD officer Zach Jameson and his drug detection beagle, Eddie, can tell this is no small-time threat. Someone’s gunning for Violet, and after recently losing his brother, Zach refuses to lose her, too…especially now that she’s gone from friend to the woman he’s falling for.
Act Your Age, Eve Brown: the perfect feel good romcom for 2021 (The\brown Sisters Ser. #3)
by Talia HibbertTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! 'Talia Hibbert is a rockstar! Her writing is smart, funny, and sexy' Meg CabotOne of POPSUGAR's 42 Books Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2021, Marie Claire's 10 Best New Romances of 2021, and Oprah Mag's Most Anticipated Romances of 2021!In New York Times bestselling author Talia Hibbert's newest romcom, the flightiest Brown sister crashes into the life of an uptight B&B owner and has him falling hard - literally. Perfect for fans of Sally Thorne, Jasmine Guillory and Helen Hoang!Eve Brown is a certified hot mess. No matter how hard she strives to do right, her life always goes horribly wrong - so she's given up trying. But when her personal brand of chaos ruins a wedding, her parents draw the line. It's time for Eve to grow up and prove herself - even though she's not entirely sure how...Jacob Wayne is always in control. The uptight B&B owner expects nothing less than perfection from his employees, so when a purple-haired tornado of a woman applies for his open chef position, he tells her the brutal truth: not a chance in hell. Then she hits him with her car - supposedly by accident.Now his arm is broken, his B&B is understaffed, and the dangerously unpredictable Eve is fluttering around, trying to help. Before long, she's infiltrated his work, his kitchen - and his spare bedroom. Sunny, chaotic Eve is his natural-born nemesis, but the longer these two enemies spend in close quarters, the more their animosity turns into something else...Find out why readers love Talia Hibbert'A worthy, unforgettable conclusion to one of the best romantic comedy series out there, Act Your Age, Eve Brown packs an emotional punch and simultaneously soothes the soul - and proves that this truly is Talia Hibbert's world and we're all grateful that we get to live in it' The Nerd Daily'Funny, sexy and intensely romantic' Lucy Parker, author of The Austen Playbook'I loved every page' Helen Hoang'Clever, sweet, sexy and brilliant' Carrie Ann Ryan, New York Times bestselling author'So so so so good' Andie J. Christopher, USA Today bestselling author of Not the Girl You Marry'A pure exuberant delight. I loved this book... Exactly what a romance should be' KJ Charles, author of Proper English'[An] awesome book, so full of heart and warmth and feels!' Charlotte Stein, author of Never Sweeter'A thrilling, life-altering adventure that will keep readers riveted... Best of all, the romance is sizzling hot. This contemporary is a page-turning winner' Publishers Weekly
Act Your Age, Eve Brown: the perfect feel good, sexy romcom
by Talia HibbertTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! 'Talia Hibbert is a rockstar! Her writing is smart, funny, and sexy' Meg CabotIn New York Times bestselling author Talia Hibbert's newest romcom, the flightiest Brown sister crashes into the life of an uptight B&B owner and has him falling hard - literally. Perfect for fans of Sally Thorne, Jasmine Guillory and Helen Hoang!Eve Brown is a certified hot mess. No matter how hard she strives to do right, her life always goes horribly wrong - so she's given up trying. But when her personal brand of chaos ruins a wedding, her parents draw the line. It's time for Eve to grow up and prove herself - even though she's not entirely sure how...Jacob Wayne is always in control. The uptight B&B owner expects nothing less than perfection from his employees, so when a purple-haired tornado of a woman applies for his open chef position, he tells her the brutal truth: not a chance in hell. Then she hits him with her car - supposedly by accident.Now his arm is broken, his B&B is understaffed, and the dangerously unpredictable Eve is fluttering around, trying to help. Before long, she's infiltrated his work, his kitchen - and his spare bedroom. Sunny, chaotic Eve is his natural-born nemesis, but the longer these two enemies spend in close quarters, the more their animosity turns into something else...Find out why readers love Talia Hibbert'A worthy, unforgettable conclusion to one of the best romantic comedy series out there, Act Your Age, Eve Brown packs an emotional punch and simultaneously soothes the soul - and proves that this truly is Talia Hibbert's world and we're all grateful that we get to live in it' The Nerd Daily'Funny, sexy and intensely romantic' Lucy Parker, author of The Austen Playbook'I loved every page' Helen Hoang'Clever, sweet, sexy and brilliant' Carrie Ann Ryan, New York Times bestselling author'So so so so good' Andie J. Christopher, USA Today bestselling author of Not the Girl You Marry'A pure exuberant delight. I loved this book... Exactly what a romance should be' KJ Charles, author of Proper English'[An] awesome book, so full of heart and warmth and feels!' Charlotte Stein, author of Never Sweeter'A thrilling, life-altering adventure that will keep readers riveted... Best of all, the romance is sizzling hot. This contemporary is a page-turning winner' Publishers Weekly
Act Your Age, Eve Brown: A Novel (The Brown Sisters #3)
by Talia HibbertIn Act Your Age, Eve Brown the flightiest Brown sister crashes into the life of an uptight B&B owner and has him falling hard—literally. <p><p> Eve Brown is a certified hot mess. No matter how hard she strives to do right, her life always goes horribly wrong—so she’s given up trying. But when her personal brand of chaos ruins an expensive wedding (someone had to liberate those poor doves), her parents draw the line. It's time for Eve to grow up and prove herself—even though she's not entirely sure how… <p><p> Jacob Wayne is in control. Always. The bed and breakfast owner’s on a mission to dominate the hospitality industry—and he expects nothing less than perfection. So when a purple-haired tornado of a woman turns up out of the blue to interview for his open chef position, he tells her the brutal truth: not a chance in hell. Then she hits him with her car—supposedly by accident. Yeah, right. <p><p> Now his arm is broken, his B&B is understaffed, and the dangerously unpredictable Eve is fluttering around, trying to help. Before long, she’s infiltrated his work, his kitchen—and his spare bedroom. Jacob hates everything about it. Or rather, he should. Sunny, chaotic Eve is his natural-born nemesis, but the longer these two enemies spend in close quarters, the more their animosity turns into something else. Like Eve, the heat between them is impossible to ignore—and it’s melting Jacob’s frosty exterior.
Acte deux (Dreamspun Desires (Français) #33)
by Ariel TachnaL’amour suit une courbe d’apprentissage abrupte.Proviseur adjoint au lycée Henry Clay, Blake Barnes a tout ce qu’il désire : une chance d’aider des étudiants en difficulté et un exutoire à sa passion pour le théâtre. Enfin, presque tout – personne ne l’attend chez lui. Et voilà que son béguin du lycée fait un retour explosif dans sa vie en la personne du tuteur inattendu de deux garçons qui se trouvent sous sa responsabilité.Thane Dalton a toujours été un bad boy pur et dur. Peu de choses ont changé depuis l’époque du lycée, y compris la méfiance qu’il éprouve envers les représentants de l’autorité, et aucune bureaucratie institutionnelle ne l’empêchera de protéger ses neveux des petits caïds qui les terrorisent. Si cela veut dire se prendre la tête avec Blake, ainsi soit-il.Blake et Thane ont chacun des leçons à apprendre et notamment qu’ils ont tous les deux les intérêts des garçons à cœur, mais aussi que la tension qui couve entre eux n’est pas seulement conflictuelle et que des étincelles peuvent voler lorsque les contraires s’attirent.
Acting on Impulse (Love on Cue #1)
by Mia SosaThe first in a fun, flirty new series from Mia Sosa! After a very public breakup with a media-hungry politician, fitness trainer Tori Alvarez escapes to Aruba for rest, relaxation, and copious amounts of sex on the beach—the cocktail, that is. She vows to keep her vacation a man-free zone but when a cute guy is seated next to her on the plane, Tori can’t resist a little harmless flirting.Hollywood heartthrob Carter Stone underwent a dramatic physical transformation for his latest role and it’s clear his stunning seat mate doesn’t recognize the man beneath the shaggy beard and extra lean frame. Now Carter needs help rebuilding his buff physique and Tori is perfect for the job. It doesn’t hurt that she makes his pulse pound in more ways than one.Sparks are flying, until a pesky paparazzo reveals Carter’s identity. Tori is hurt and pissed. She wants nothing to do with another man in the limelight, but she’s still got to whip him into shape. Can Carter convince Tori he’s worth the threat to her privacy that comes with dating a famous actor, or will Tori chisel him down to nothing before he even gets the chance?Grab the popcorn…
Acting Out
by Tibby ArmstrongJeremy Ash, out-and-proud Hollywood hopeful, has all the makings of a mega-star. If only someone would give him a chance to finally shine. One failed audition away from leaving Tinsel Town forever, he’s given an unexpected shot at the buzz project of the year—a gay coming of age story by a famed directorKit Harris, former child actor, was once an industry darling. Now 21, he’s lucky if his own mother remembers his name. So, when he’s offered the chance to star opposite newcomer Jeremy in an edgy indie flick that promises to jumpstart his failing career, Kit’s onboard. Theoretically. That is until he meets his too-attractive co-star. The film has an astonishing lack of wardrobe, and neither actor must dig very deep to find the searing passion the director demands.During six months of filming and fame chasing, Kit gives Jeremy a crash course in Superstar-101. Jeremy, in return, gives Kit a dose of the normalcy he’s never known. Pursuing a long-term relationship is hardly the way to salvage Kit’s career. But when being with Jeremy feels so right, how long can Kit continue to pretend he’s only acting out?
Acting Out
by Sharon Maria BidwellCan a kiss really change everything?Having made a very successful film together, friends and actors, Nick and Alex have to decide whether to take on another joint venture or go their separate ways creatively. Then the perfect manuscript arrives, offering financial security and the opportunity to one day run their own production company.The film is Nick’s dream, incorporating amazing effects, a wonderful script, a character every actor aspires to play with the director everyone’s begging to work with. There’s one snag: Nick and Alex will have to get rather personal on set.Nickhasto refuse but much to his surprise, Alex isn’t willing to take no for an answer. Nick eventually agrees, despite a nosy reporter and his brother turning against him. After all, it’s just pretence. It’s not as if he’s gay and wants to make out with his friend...not until Alex kisses him. Then it really gets interesting.
Acting the Part
by Scarlet BlackwellIt's two days before Christmas and actor Jaden Grey gets his big break playing a firefighter on a prime time TV show. He expects little more than to read the script before breaking for the holidays, but the director has a better idea -- filming a love scene with his hot male co-star five minutes after meeting him.Jaden isn’t gay, but the moment Carlos kisses him, he re-evaluates his whole life ...
Acting the Part
by Z.R. EllorThis delightfully tropey teen romance perfect for fans of Ashley Poston and Lyla Lee follows a queer teen actor navigating their gender identity—while pretending to date their co-star. Queer actor Lily Ashton has found fame playing lesbian warrior Morgantha on the hit TV show Galaxy Spark. Lily knows how little representation queer girls have, so when the showrunners reveal that Morgantha’s on-screen love interest, Alietta, is going to be killed off, Lily orchestrates an elaborate fake-dating scheme with the standoffish actress who plays her, to generate press and ensure a happy ending for the #Morganetta ship.But while playing a doting girlfriend on- and off-screen, Lily struggles with whether a word like “girl” applies to them at all.Lily’s always been good at playing a part. But are they ready to share their real self, even if it means throwing everything they’ve fought for away?
Acting Up
by John InmanIt’s not easy breaking into show biz. Especially when you aren’t exactly loaded with talent. But Malcolm Fox won’t let a little thing like that hold him back. Actually, it isn’t the show-business part of his life that bothers him as much as the romantic part—or the lack thereof. At twenty-six, Malcolm has never been in love. He lives in San Diego with his roommate, Beth, another struggling actor, and each of them is just as unsuccessful as the other. While Malcolm toddles off to this audition and that, he ponders the lack of excitement in his life. The lack of purpose. The lack of a man. Then Beth’s brother moves in. Freshly imported from Missouri of all places, Cory Williams is a towering hunk of muscles and innocence, and Malcolm is gobsmacked by the sexiness of his new roomie from the start. When infatuation enters the picture, Malcolm knows he’s really in trouble. After all, Cory is straight! At least, that’s the general consensus.
Acto de fe
by Danielle SteelDanielle Steel teje una impactante historia sobre el poder de las mentiras, el abuso de la confianza y el triunfo de una mujer sobre la devastadora traición de la que había sido víctima. Marie-Ange Hawkins tenía solo once años cuando un trágico accidente marcó el fin de su idílica vida en un hermoso castillo francés. Huérfana y sola, fue enviada a vivir con su tía abuela en una granja de Iowa. Detestada por la vieja mujer, Marie-Ange tiene que trabajar incansablemente, mientras sueña con volver a su amado château de Marmouton y, en su solitaria existencia, solo la amistad de un joven muchacho, Billy Parker, le otorga consuelo. Pero su único deseo es adquirir una educación para poder escaparse. Y es así que, justo tras su vigésimo primer cumpleaños, un visitante inesperado le brinda la oportunidad de recuperar su libertad y volver a Francia. Cuando finalmente llega, Marie-Ange se entera de que el castillo ha sido adquirido por el conde Bernard de Beauchamp, un joven viudo que le abrirá las puertas de su casa y de su corazón. Pero su idílico matrimonio lentamente dará un giro inesperado. Una misteriosa mujer cuenta a Marie-Ange una historia tan terrible que no puede creerla. Y a medida que las sombras de la duda se ciernen sobre ella, Marie-Ange deberá encontrar el coraje y la fe para dar el último paso desesperado para salvar a sus seres amados... Y a ella misma.
Acto de fe
by Danielle SteelMarie-Ange Hawkins tenía solo once años cuando un trágico accidente marcó el fin de su idílica vida en un hermoso castillo francés. Huérfana y sola, es enviada a vivir con su tía abuela en una granja de Iowa. Detestada por la vieja mujer, Marie-Ange deberá trabajar incansablemente, mientras sueña con volver a su amado château de Marmouton. En la solitaria existencia de Marie-Ange, solo la amistad de un joven muchacho, Billy Parker, le otorga consuelo. Pero su único deseo es adquirir una educación para poder escaparse. Y es así que, justo tras su vigésimo primer cumpleaños, un visitante inesperado le brinda la oportunidad de recuperar su libertad y volver a Francia. Cuando finalmente llega, Marie-Ange se entera de que el castillo ha sido adquirido por el conde Bernard de Beauchamp, un joven viudo que le abrirá las puertas de su casa y de su corazón. Pero su idílico matrimonio lentamente dará un giro inesperado. Una misteriosa mujer cuenta a Marie-Ange una historia tan terrible que no puede creerla. Y a medida que las sombras de la duda se ciernen sobre ella, Marie-Ange deberá encontrar el coraje y la fe para dar el último paso desesperado para salvar a sus seres amados... Y a ella misma.
The Actor and the Earl (The Crofton Chronicles #1)
by Rebecca Cohen2nd EditionThe Crofton Chronicles: Book OneElizabethan actor Sebastian Hewel takes his bow at the proscenium only to embark on the role of a lifetime. When his twin sister, Bronwyn, reneges on the arrangement to marry Anthony Redbourn, Earl of Crofton, Sebastian reluctantly takes her place. At nineteen, Sebastian knows his days as a leading lady are numbered, but with this last performance, he hopes to restore his family's name and pay off his late father's debts. Never mind the danger of losing his head should he be discovered. He didn't expect Anthony to be so charming and alluring--not to mention shrewd. While he applauds Sebastian's plan, Anthony offers a mutually beneficial arrangement instead. Sebastian will need every drop of talent he has to survive with both his head and his heart intact, because this is the best part he's ever had.A Timeless Dreams title: While reaction to same-sex relationships throughout time and across cultures has not always been positive, these stories celebrate M/M love in a manner that may address, minimize, or ignore historical stigma.1st edition published by Dreamspinner Press, November 2012. Winner in the 2013 Rainbow Awards.Sixth: Best LGBT Cover - Illustration
Actos obscenos en lugar privado
by Marco MissiroliUn relato sobre la educación sentimental de Libero Marsell, el protagonista, desde el día en que, con doce años, sorprende a su madre con el mejor amigo de la familia, hasta pasada media vida, cuando encuentra por fin el amor duradero. A contracorriente del desapego y la indiferencia que reivindica la literatura contemporánea, Marco Missiroli -laureado con innumerables premios en Italia, entre ellos el Campiello Opera Prima 2006 y el Mondello 2015 con esta obra- ha volcado toda su intimidad en este impúdico y pormenorizado libro. Tras el nacimiento de su hijo, Libero comienza a escribir sus memorias. A partir de aquel imborrable instante de su niñez en el que descubrió con toda crudeza que la pasión no sabe de ataduras y convenciones, la historia recorre las últimas décadas del siglo pasado entre París y Milán. Así, echando la vista atrás, Libero rememora las numerosas experiencias sexuales y repasa el sinuoso proceso de madurez que lo lleva, finalmente, a percatarse del generoso y acogedor mundo de las mujeres. Primero Marie, la bibliotecaria, dispensadora de sabiduría, enamorada de los libros y de su soledad; más tarde Lunette, que le enseña el poder devastador de los celos y de la que huye, dejando atrás su existencia bohemia en París. Y por último, el frenesí de Milán, donde, entre los compañeros de la infancia, los textos de Buzzati y la taberna de Giorgio, se embarca en un sinfín de aventuras amorosas hasta que el encuentro fortuito con una persona lo conduce a alcanzar la insospechada plenitud. Reseña:«Una novela de una absoluta belleza, que ha traspasado todos los niveles de jerarquía de la literatura italiana contemporánea. A los treinta y cuatro años, Marco Missiroli se ha convertido en un escritor de referencia, el único al que no queremos renunciar. [...] Una maravilla del cosmos.»Il Corriere della Sera