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The Corruption of Hollis Brown
by K. AncrumFrom acclaimed author K. Ancrum comes a queer romantic thriller in which the lives of Hollis, a boy in search of meaning, and Walt, a spirit with unfinished business, collide when Walt takes possession of Hollis's body...and maybe his heart. For fans of Adam Silvera and Aiden Thomas!Hollis Brown is stuck. Born to a blue-collar American Dream, Hollis lives in a rotting small town where no one can afford to leave. Hollis's only bright spots are his two best friends, cool girls Annie and Yulia, and the thrill of fighting his classmates.As if his circumstances couldn’t get worse, a chance encounter with a mysterious stranger named Walt results in a frightening trap. After unknowingly making a deal at the crossroads, Hollis finds himself losing control of his body and mind, falling victim to possession. Walt, the ghost making a home inside him, has a deep and violent history rooted in the town Hollis grew up in and he has unfinished business to take care of.As Walt and Hollis begin working together to put Walt’s spirit to rest, an unspeakable bond forms between them, and the boys begin falling for one another in unexpected ways. But it’s only a matter of time before Hollis’s best friends begin to notice that something about Hollis isn’t quite…right.With the threat of a long-overdue exorcism looming before them, will Walt and Hollis be able to protect their love and undo the curse that turned their town from a garden of possibility into a place where dreams go to die?The Corruption of Hollis Brown has already received four starred reviews!"Ancrum’s tight writing style is perfect for this gritty thriller: simultaneously clipped and lyrical...The novel’s rich tenderness for the town, its residents, and their ghosts makes it a must-read. Queer resilience at its finest." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A psychologically thrilling and emotionally intimate tribute to bettering one’s own circumstances—and those of one’s community—and the selflessness of love." —Publishers Weekly (starred review)"Walt and Hollis’s romance is as intense, stark, and heartfelt as the romances in Ancrum’s previous works...their growth as people is both genuine and rewarding to watch." —ALA Booklist (starred review) "A knack for creating characters who are bigger on the inside is on full display here...as Ancrum’s two-boys-one-body setup rests on a delicate balance of voice that never falters...A profoundly beautiful, strange, and introspective love story, at turns soothing and scalding." —School Library Journal (starred review)"This is a magnificent piece of speculative fiction that will have readers waiting for more from this author." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
The Corset Diaries
by Katie MacalisterNo woman in her right mind would consent to wearing a corset for a month. Especially a "skinny-challenged" woman like Tessa. But dreams of being debt-free dance in her head at the offer of appearing in a reality TV show. "<P><P>A Month in the Life of a Victorian Duke" is about real people pretending to live on an English estate, circa 1879. And Tessa's leading man-a real-life Duke-is so handsome she can barely breathe, with or without the corset...
The Corset Girls Unlaced
by Annie R McEwenIn Victorian London, passion burns bright—but darkness awaits underground . . . After a desperate act leaves Jillian Morehouse a fugitive, she flees to Whitechapel. The escapee finds work in a Mayfair corset workshop, but the walls are closing in. Jillian catches the eye of the handsome Michael Kelly, a reformed criminal with a dangerous history he&’s anxious to keep hidden. The pair are drawn together by a powerful attraction—but their love is tested when she&’s kidnapped and abandoned in the catacombs beneath London. With enemies circling and secrets threatening to destroy them both, Jillian and Michael must confront their darkest fears . . . or lose everything to the shadows of their pasts. In a world where love is the most dangerous game of all, will they find redemption, or will the darkness claim them both?
The Cost of Cinderella's Confession
by Julia JamesA woman’s scandalous claim causes a groom to be left at the altar, earning her his wrath—and his passion—in this sexy romance by a USA Today bestseller.It takes all Ariana Killane’s courage to stand up at her cousin’s wedding and confess—one night with the groom, Luca Farnese, left her pregnant! She knows the lie will incur the billionaire’s wrath. Still, it’s the only way to help her cousin escape the unwanted marriage . . . Luca is utterly outraged! Ariana will face the consequences for ruining his perfect plans. But going toe-to-toe with her is a wild, uncontrollable ride. Because as much as Luca’s head seeks revenge, his body calls for the one place he and Ariana appear to agree . . . in his bed.
The Cost of Claiming His Heir (The Delgado Inheritance #2)
by Michelle SmartOne night leads to life-changing consequences in this gripping pregnancy romance from Harlequin Presents author Michelle Smart.Argentina’s most desirable playboy:Polo star, billionaire…father?Blindsided by a shocking family secret, Emiliano Delgado spends a desperate, wildly passionate night with temporary dog sitter Becky Aldridge. But as he’s cursing himself for breaching his boundaries, Becky has life-changing news…A marriage proposal from Emiliano to claim his heir is totally unexpected. And everything independent Becky doesn’t want, no matter if she’s carrying his child or how intensely he tempts her. She has her own terms for becoming a family: if his heart stays off-limits, so does she!From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read all of The Delgado Inheritance books!Book 1: The Billionaire’s Cinderella ContractBook 2: The Cost of Claiming His Heir
The Cost of Doing Business
by Francis GideonBrad Churchill doesn't want to be alone for Christmas. So when his PR firm needs someone to fly out to New York to work over the break, he jumps at the chance. But when his meetings finish early, Brad's stuck in the same situation as before. To avoid going home to his empty apartment, he hangs around at the airport.There he meets Mickey, a stunt double whose flight to his small-town Canadian home has been delayed repeatedly. As the two bond over dinner and drinks, Brad realizes Mickey dislikes the holidays almost as much as him.Can both of their worst nightmares about the holidays suddenly transform into a Christmas miracle? Or will they both be alone when their flights finally come in?
The Cost of Honor (Black Ops Confidential #3)
by Diana Muñoz StewartHe gave up everything to escape his familyThe only male to be adopted into the notorious Parish family, Tony Parish always did right by his vigilante sisters. But when an attempt to protect one of them went horribly wrong, he had to fake his own death to escape his fanatical family. Tony set sail and ended up in Dominica—face to face with the woman of his dreams...Now he must give up Honor to save herAfter the death of her mother, Honor Silva moved to Dominica, where her family could help her heal and move on. But her activist mother left her more than money, she left her proof that could take down one of the richest and most powerful men in the world.Tony gave up everything he thought he knew when he fled his family. But when a threat too dangerous for Tony and Honor to fight on their own closes in, he has no choice but to go to them for help. Problem is, they'll demand something in return—something that could cost Tony not just Honor, but also the love that changed him forever.Black Ops Confidential Series:I Am Justice (Book 1)The Price of Grace (Book 2)The Cost of Honor (Book 3)Readers are raving about the Black Ops Confidential series:"A high-octane...satisfying roller-coaster ride. Stewart's talent shines."—Publishers Weekly for The Price of Grace"Electrifying, edgy, and sexy!"—JULIE ANN WALKER, New York Times bestseller, for I Am Justice"Witty, dangerous, fun, and smoking hot."—CINDY DEES, New York Times bestseller, for I Am Justice
The Cost of Love and Sanity
by Jaye CherieCan one woman's fear undo the rest of her life? Alex Carter's struggle with love, loss, and faith requires her to face long-held dreams and the man she once left behind. For Alex Carter, everything is going according to plan--she's built a successful career and has a steady boyfriend--until life decides to throw a wrench in the mix. Suddenly, her company threatens to downsize and her boyfriend ends their relationship. It is then that she realizes that, like many women, she has neglected to pursue love and family--the goals closest to her heart--in favor of a career. As a new year begins and Alex decides to focus on personal concerns, she runs into an old flame, Nathan Chestnut. Though she once had it bad for Nathan, she's careful about trusting him again. Alex's remedy is to ask him for an unexpected favor, which seems like the perfect resolution to her broken belief in happiness until she realizes that it can only grant her a piece of her dreams. As her heart and reality get in the way of her request, Alex reaches a major crossroad. Will she gather her faith and fix the situation? Or will she suffer in silence for the rest of her life?
The Cost of Loving (Unconditional Love #2)
by Wade KellyUnconditional Love: Book TwoMatt Dixon, a young firefighter, is the golden child of his family, and he never dreamed that coming out would challenge more than the way his church sees him. For years, Matt has led a double life hoping to avoid ridicule. When a self-righteous pastor's statements provoke him to defend his recently deceased best friend's honor and subsequently out himself, he suffers the brutal aftermath of his revelation. Everyone in his life, including his family and his new lover, Darian, must deal with the ramifications as Matt struggles to come to terms with guilt, shame, and his very belief in God. Darian Weston lost his fiancé when Jamie took his life, and his feelings for Matt added guilt to his burden of grief. Confused and lonely, Darian clings to Matt despite his inner strife. But small-town realities keep intruding, and if Matt and Darian hope to make a life together, they must first take a stand for what they believe in, even if they fear the cost.
The Cost of Silence
by Kathleen O'BrienRedmond "Red" Malone instantly agrees when his dying mentor asks him to deal with a situation discreetly. Yet convincing "the mistress" Allison York to sign a document keeping silent about the relationship leaves Red feeling...off. Allison is smart, honest and beautiful-not at all like the gold digger he'd assumed she'd be. Even more unsettling is that the single mom wants nothing to do with Red or any offer he has.Still, Red is persistent, and the more he's with Allison, the more he realizes he's found where he wants to be. He's found his home. But the silent secret between them threatens their happiness. And Red is faced with a dilemma: to keep his promise, or let the truth set them free.
The Cost of Their Royal Fling (Princesses by Royal Decree #3)
by Lucy MonroeIn this enchanting royal romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Lucy Monroe, what starts as a no-strings arrangement becomes extremely complicated…The only man to tempt her?A prince!Jenna Beals put love to one side and worked hard to achieve her dream career as a fashion journalist. So when she&’s catapulted into an incendiary fling with gorgeous Prince Dimitri, she knows it has an expiration date—she&’s not looking for a crown!Dimitri&’s mission to discover who&’s leaking palace secrets led him to Jenna, but their passion-filled tryst reveals someone who sees him for more than his royal title. As their connection deepens, could the truth cost him the only woman who could truly be his?From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read all the Princesses by Royal Decree books:Book 1: Queen by Royal AppointmentBook 2: His Majesty's Hidden HeirBook 3: The Cost of Their Royal Fling
The Cost of the Forbidden: The Cost Of The Forbidden New Year At The Boss's Bidding Wearing The De Angelis Ring Mistress Of His Revenge (Irresistible Russian Tycoons)
by Carol MarinelliTurning in her resignation opens the door to pleasure for one woman and her most seductive boss—from the bestselling author of The Price of His Redemption.Clients, women, money . . . ruthless CEO Sev Derzhavin is a master at getting whatever—and whomever!—he wants. Rejected as a child, Sev has never been refused since. So when his personal assistant resigns, Sev can’t resist the challenge of enticing the beautiful brunette to stay . . .Naomi Johnson has to walk away before she gives in to the chemistry with her infamous heartbreaker boss and opens her heart to yet more bruises. But on their last business trip to Dubai, Sev makes a shocking suggestion to relieve the tension between them: enjoy some overtime—in his bed.“A well written romance about a fling that turns out to be something more . . . The romance is hot and passionate due to the amazing chemistry Sev and Naomi share.” —Harlequin Junkie
The Cosy Little Cupcake Van: A deliciously feel-good romance
by Annette Hannah'A charming, heartwarming romance with a serious feel-good factor' Helen J Rolfe'Brimming with friendship and romance, this lovely book will charm your heart' Milly Johnson on Wedding Bells at the Signal Box CafeCamilla's delicious cakes are the talk of her little village. If you need a perfectly iced mouthful of joy, Camilla 'Cupcake' is your woman. But after losing her mother, she finds her home and her business in jeopardy. She needs a little helping hand...Thankfully her friends are always there for her, and when she is given an old ice cream van, Camilla's dream of a cupcake delivery service is born. Now she can bring happiness - and buttercream frosting - to the whole town.But when her ex Blake appears back on her doorstep, Camilla must decide if she can trust him again or if her heart might belong to someone else... Bursting with romance and sprinkled with humour, this is a deliciously feel-good story about one woman putting her life back together, one cupcake at a time. Perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Ali McNamara and Rebecca Raisin!
The Cotillion Ball Saga
by Becky LowerYou'll fall in love with the spirited Fitzgerald family as they find romance in the turbulent world of pre-Civil War America. Raised to defy societal convention and follow their passions, these men's and women's rebellious hearts meet their matches in these delightful novels.The Reluctant Debutante: Ginger Fitzpatrick would rather be rallying for women's rights than attending the Cotillion Ball--until she sets her eye on Joseph Lafontaine, a half Ojibwa Indian New York society considers totally unsuitable for marriage to a fine, cultured young lady. The Abolitionist's Secret: Heather Fitzpatrick falls for young army lieutenant David Whitman, who is tracking the runaway slave she rescued a few nights earlier. Can their attraction survive the coming divide between North and South? Banking on Temperance: At age 23, Basil Fitzpatrick is the owner of the St. Louis branch of the family banking business with his pick of the ladies - but it's impoverished spitfire Temperance Jones, daughter of a circuit-riding preacher, who catches his eye. She's determined to get to Oregon - does he have the courage to follow? Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Cotillion Ball Saga: Books 1-3
by Becky LowerYou'll fall in love with the spirited Fitzgerald family as they find romance in the turbulent world of pre-Civil War America. Raised to defy societal convention and follow their passions, these men's and women's rebellious hearts meet their matches in these delightful novels.The Reluctant Debutante: Ginger Fitzpatrick would rather be rallying for women's rights than attending the Cotillion Ball--until she sets her eye on Joseph Lafontaine, a half Ojibwa Indian New York society considers totally unsuitable for marriage to a fine, cultured young lady.The Abolitionist's Secret: Heather Fitzpatrick falls for young army lieutenant David Whitman, who is tracking the runaway slave she rescued a few nights earlier. Can their attraction survive the coming divide between North and South?Banking on Temperance: At age 23, Basil Fitzpatrick is the owner of the St. Louis branch of the family banking business with his pick of the ladies--but it's impoverished spitfire Temperance Jones, daughter of a circuit-riding preacher, who catches his eye. She's determined to get to Oregon--does he have the courage to follow?Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Cotillion Ball Saga: Books 4-6
by Becky LowerAll the drama and challenged loyalties of the pre-Civil War era come to life as the warmhearted Fitzpatrick daughters carve out their own lives and find true love. Settle in to enjoy these three tales of independent, passionate, and strong American heroines!The Tempestuous Debutante: The smart choice says Jasmine Fitzpatrick should choose to charm the Viscount of Foxborough at this season's Cotillion, but it's the noble's stable boy, Parr O'Shaughnessy, who may hold the key to her heart.Blinded by Grace: Grace Wagner has been in love with Halwyn Fitzpatrick since they were teens, but now she needs a husband to inherit the trust her father has left for her. Will Halwyn's new glasses help him see her in a new light, or will she take control and propose herself?The Duplicitous Debutante: Writing the popular Harry Hawk dime novels as F.P. Elliott, Rosemary Fitzpatrick is too busy hiding her female identity from her new publisher, Henry Cooper. But Henry is not the typical Boston Brahmin nor the typical publisher. When her deception begins to unravel at the Cotillion Ball, will Henry be able to forgive her, or has deceit cost her the man she loves?Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Cotillion Ball Saga: Books 7 - 9
by Becky LowerAlthough the Civil War is over, it doesn't signal the end of fighting for the Fitzpatrick family, as the younger siblings come of age to chase their dreams and discover the power of finding the right partners. The tumultuous conclusion to the Cotillion Ball Saga proves that all's fair in love and war.Expressly Yours, Samantha: To escape her wicked uncle, Samantha Hughes cuts her hair to pose as a man and become Sam Hughes, a Pony Express rider. Valerian Fitzpatrick, too, joins the hard-riding circuit in an attempt to escape life in the family business. As he and Sam grow close, he's more than willing to protect he secret, but when she's forced to run yet again, does a future with Sam mean giving up the freedom he's always craved?A Widow's Salvation: Widow Pepper Fitzpatrick Brown honors her sacrifice by volunteering at the army hospital while raising three rambunctious boys. Colonel Elijah Williams, the head surgeon at MacDougall Army Hospital in the Bronx, can't shake his experiences in the bloody war . . . until he meets Pepper, who fears loving and losing again. It's hard to find happiness in a war-torn United States, but these two stand a fighting chance - if they can save what's left of their hearts.The Forgotten Debutante: Saffron Fitzpatrick spent her teenage years mourning the dead rather than dancing at her debutante ball, with the exception of one forbidden kiss with solider Ezekiel Boone, headed home from the battlefield after his brothers died at Chancellorsville. Fate reunites the couple three years later, and they discover unexpected common ground and begin to build a relationship. But though the war is over, a future together may still elude them ... especially if Saffron's brother and the U.S. Army have anything to say about it.Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Cotillion Ball Saga: Books 7-9
by Becky LowerAlthough the Civil War is over, it doesn't signal the end of fighting for the Fitzpatrick family, as the younger siblings come of age to chase their dreams and discover the power of finding the right partners. The tumultuous conclusion to the Cotillion Ball Saga proves that all's fair in love and war.Expressly Yours, Samantha: To escape her wicked uncle, Samantha Hughes cuts her hair to pose as a man and become Sam Hughes, a Pony Express rider. Valerian Fitzpatrick, too, joins the hard-riding circuit in an attempt to escape life in the family business. As he and Sam grow close, he's more than willing to protect he secret, but when she's forced to run yet again, does a future with Sam mean giving up the freedom he's always craved?A Widow's Salvation: Widow Pepper Fitzpatrick Brown honors her sacrifice by volunteering at the army hospital while raising three rambunctious boys. Colonel Elijah Williams, the head surgeon at MacDougall Army Hospital in the Bronx, can't shake his experiences in the bloody war...until he meets Pepper, who fears loving and losing again. It's hard to find happiness in a war-torn United States, but these two stand a fighting chance--if they can save what's left of their hearts.The Forgotten Debutante: Saffron Fitzpatrick spent her teenage years mourning the dead rather than dancing at her debutante ball, with the exception of one forbidden kiss with solider Ezekiel Boone, headed home from the battlefield after his brothers died at Chancellorsville. Fate reunites the couple three years later, and they discover unexpected common ground and begin to build a relationship. But though the war is over, a future together may still elude them...especially if Saffron's brother and the U.S. Army have anything to say about it.Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Cotillion Ball Saga: Books 7-9
by Becky LowerAlthough the Civil War is over, it doesn't signal the end of fighting for the Fitzpatrick family, as the younger siblings come of age to chase their dreams and discover the power of finding the right partners. The tumultuous conclusion to the Cotillion Ball Saga proves that all's fair in love and war.Expressly Yours, Samantha: To escape her wicked uncle, Samantha Hughes cuts her hair to pose as a man and become Sam Hughes, a Pony Express rider. Valerian Fitzpatrick, too, joins the hard-riding circuit in an attempt to escape life in the family business. As he and Sam grow close, he's more than willing to protect he secret, but when she's forced to run yet again, does a future with Sam mean giving up the freedom he's always craved?A Widow's Salvation: Widow Pepper Fitzpatrick Brown honors her sacrifice by volunteering at the army hospital while raising three rambunctious boys. Colonel Elijah Williams, the head surgeon at MacDougall Army Hospital in the Bronx, can't shake his experiences in the bloody war...until he meets Pepper, who fears loving and losing again. It's hard to find happiness in a war-torn United States, but these two stand a fighting chance--if they can save what's left of their hearts.The Forgotten Debutante: Saffron Fitzpatrick spent her teenage years mourning the dead rather than dancing at her debutante ball, with the exception of one forbidden kiss with solider Ezekiel Boone, headed home from the battlefield after his brothers died at Chancellorsville. Fate reunites the couple three years later, and they discover unexpected common ground and begin to build a relationship. But though the war is over, a future together may still elude them...especially if Saffron's brother and the U.S. Army have anything to say about it.Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Cottage
by Danielle SteelIn her fifty-fourth bestselling novel, Danielle Steel weaves a compelling story of fame and friendship, charmed lives and private struggles...and of three very different men whose lives converge and collide at The Cottage.On a sunny day in Hollywood, a gleaming Rolls-Royce convertible pulls through the gates of the magnificent estate known as The Cottage. Modeled after the "cottages" of Newport, Rhode Island, the spacious, elegant property, sitting on fourteen acres of lush Bel Air, fits its owner to a T. For the man behind the wheel of the Rolls is Hollywood's ageless wonder, Cooper Winslow. A star of the silver screen for decades, a man whose allure to women is the stuff of legend, Coop exudes grace, charm, and old-fashioned style. But today Coop Winslow is in for a major surprise. He's broke. And with no major roles coming his way, Coop is faced with the heartbreaking prospect of selling his beloved home of forty years, or at least renting out the gatehouse and part of the main house. A huge blow to Coop, whose debonair attitude allows him to escape reality much of the time. His new tenants, Mark Friedman and Jimmy O'Connor, are busy coping with problems of their own. Mark's wife of sixteen years just walked out, and Jimmy recently lost his own wife to a devastating illness. But everything changes when Mark's teenage son and daughter move in. Suddenly, The Cottage is transformed, with music blasting from every corner, teenagers on skateboards crashing into vintage cars, and a never-ending parade of young starlets streaming in and out to visit Coop. But amid all the noise and the chaos, something unexpected is happening. Three men who never would have met are becoming friends...and each man finds himself changing in surprising ways, Coop most of all. Because beneath the dazzle and flash, the impeccably tailored suits and the sheer bravado, is a man trying to keep control of his carefully ordered world-a world that is becoming more and more unpredictable with each passing day. First, a tabloid scandal erupts, threatening Coop's budding romance with a wealthy debutante. . .A stranger approaches Coop with stunning news....A devastating accident almost claims the life of one of the housemates....And in the midst of it all, The Cottage welcomes a new houseguest with a secret of her own, who will change Coop's life in unexpected ways. Because among the people who share his cottage and his life, Coop Winslow-loner, bachelor, movie star-may find the rarest of all opportunities: a chance to build a happiness he could never have dreamed of on his own, and to become the kind of human being he has never been. Against a glittering backdrop of celebrity and glamour, Danielle Steel digs deeper to tell a story of friendship and love, tragedy and second chances...of the choices and unexpected turns of fate that can shape characters and lives.From the Hardcover edition.
The Cottage Around the Corner: A Novel
by D. L. SoriaA feisty witch and a handsome mage must put their heated business rivalry aside to save their small town from supernatural forces in this charming contemporary fantasy romcom from the author of Thief Liar Lady.&“Delightful and sweet . . . the magic and the romance both sizzle on the page.&”—Raquel Vasquez Gilliland, author of Witch of Wild Things&“Soria&’s newest book will wrap readers into a cozy world that they won&’t want to leave.&”—Library Journal (starred review)Chanterelle Cottage is Charlie Sparrow&’s whole world. The cozy spellshop where she and her moms practice their witchcraft, selling goods and services to the people of small-town Owl&’s Hollow, has been in her family for generations. Okay, business has been a little slow and a recent burglary hit their inventory pretty hard. And the bank may not agree to restructure their loan. But Charlie is talented and savvy, and she&’ll keep things afloat once her parents finally let her buy into the business as a co-owner. Still, when a competing magecraft firm opens in town, things start to look bleak. After all, everyone knows there&’s room for only one magic shop in Owl&’s Hollow. So what if Fitz, the mage who owns the new Maven Enterprises, happens to be ridiculously handsome in his ridiculously expensive suits? Who cares that, when Charlie can forget for a moment or two that Fitz is her competitor, things between them are as easy as breathing? None of that matters—because Charlie is not going to get involved with the competition. In this battle of the businesses, she&’ll do whatever it takes to make sure Chanterelle Cottage is the last spellshop standing. But when strange supernatural events begin to plague the citizens of Owl&’s Hollow, Charlie and Fitz must put their rivalry aside and their magic together to save the town. As they grow closer, it becomes harder for Charlie to keep her carefully drawn line in place—maybe Owl&’s Hollow is big enough for a witch and a mage, after all.
The Cottage Next Door
by Georgia BockovenIn her delightful new novella, Georgia Bockoven brings readers back to the beloved beach house and the charming cottage next door...What should have been the best day in Diana Wagnor's twenty-nine years easily turns into the worst when her job is downsized, she discovers her fiancé in bed with her best friend, and she watches her cherished grandmother's house burn to the ground.Clearly it's time to start over and get out of Topeka, Kansas, where she's spent her whole life. But what should she do? And how does she ever trust herself in another relationship when her one indisputable skill seems to be picking the wrong man?Diana finds her answers at the cottage next door to the beach house with the help of a tall, sculptured, soft-spoken Californian, and a heart-shaped piece of sea glass.
The Cottage at Firefly Lake (Firefly Lake #1)
by Jen GilroySome mistakes can never be fixed and some secrets never forgiven . . . but some loves can never be forgotten.Charlotte Gibbs wants nothing more than to put the past behind her, once and for all. But now that she's back at Firefly Lake to sell her mother's cottage, the overwhelming flood of memories reminds her of what she's been missing. Sun-drenched days. Late-night kisses that still shake her to the core. The gentle breeze off the lake, the scent of pine in the air, and the promise of Sean's touch on her skin . . . True, she got her dream job traveling the world. But at what cost? Sean Carmichael still doesn't know why Charlie disappeared that summer, but after eighteen years, a divorce, and a teenage son he loves more than anything in the world, he's still not over her. All this time and her body still fits against his like a glove. She walked away once when he needed her the most. How can he convince her to stay now?
The Cottage on Glass Lake
by Amy PineIn this perfect beach read, a recent divorcee and a woman independent to a fault form a spectacular bond as they move forward and help each other through love, loss, and big life changes—perfect for fans of Jill Shalvis and Susan Mallery. Dr. Becca Weiland had the perfect life—or so she thought, until she learned her husband cheated on her after a decade of marriage. With divorce papers signed, Becca throws her trademark caution to the wind and agrees to an impromptu monthlong vacation at a beach house with Sadie, a woman she's known all her life but really doesn't know at all. Free-spirit Sadie Bloom is Becca&’s opposite in every way, living in the moment and wasting zero energy on what comes next. But the pastry chef&’s nothing-bothers-me exterior hides a fear she&’s not ready to face—one that may jeopardize a future she never realized she wanted. At first, Sadie&’s go-big-or-go-home style bumps up against Becca&’s perfectionism, but soon they&’re bonding over too much Schnapps, a leaky roof, a bikini wax gone awry, and awkward meet-cutes with two of the hottest men in town. Best of all, in getting to know each other, they&’ve gotten to know themselves, and together they find the courage to discover what it really means to live.