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Secrets Everybody Knows
by Christa MauriceLove can't flourish in the darkFifteen years ago, Elaine fell in love with Johnny McMannus, the local bad boy. He was nineteen and she was jailbait. To keep them both out of trouble, Johnny left town. But years later his father's heart attack brings him back to run the family garage. Hoping to reconnect with Elaine, Johnny has to first fix the mess his parent's alcoholism has made of things. Before Johnny can deserve Elaine, he has to salvage his family's reputation, save their home, and rescue the business. Too bad Elaine doesn't want to be deserved. She wants to be loved. She never got over Johnny and she's done sneaking around with him as they had before. If he can't love her in public, to her way of thinking he doesn't love her enough.
Secrets Everybody Knows
by Christa MauriceWeaver's Circle, #1 Love can't flourish in the dark. Fifteen years ago, Elaine fell in love with Johnny McMannus, the local bad boy. He was nineteen and she was jailbait. To keep them both out of trouble, Johnny left town. But years later his father's heart attack brings him back to run the family garage. Hoping to reconnect with Elaine, Johnny has to first fix the mess his parent's alcoholism has made of things. Before Johnny can deserve Elaine, he has to salvage his family's reputation, save their home, and rescue the business. Too bad Elaine doesn't want to be deserved. She wants to be loved. She never got over Johnny and she's done sneaking around with him as they had before. If he can't love her in public, to her way of thinking he doesn't love her enough. Warning: Nosy neighbors, hypochondriac mothers and underage girls.30,655 Words
Secrets for Seducing a Royal Bodyguard (The Renegade Royals #1)
by Vanessa Kelly"Full of intrigue, emotion and sensuality." --Katharine AsheIn this witty, sensual new series, Vanessa Kelly introduces the Renegade Royals, illegitimate sons of the Royal Princes who are finding their rightful places in society...Accomplished spy Aden St. George prefers to stay away from the frivolous ton, especially after the way his mother was used by the Prince Regent. But his latest mission compels him to guard unconventional, vibrant Lady Vivien Shaw. Rescuing her from kidnappers was easy. Resisting her beauty is not. Duty demands he keep an eye on her--and naturally, his lips soon follow. For someone who views entanglements as a weakness, this is pure, delicious folly...Though grateful for Aden's help, Vivien has secrets she must keep hidden. Yet with her abductors still at large, she needs Aden's protection almost as much as she craves his touch...
Secrets from a Happy Marriage: A Novel
by Maisey YatesNew York Times bestselling author Maisey Yates’s new novel introduces the women of the Lighthouse Inn B&B. They might not have it all together, but this summer, they’ll discover that together, they might still have it all…Rachel Henderson’s family is falling apart. Becoming a widow—especially at this age—is heartbreaking. With her teenage daughter, Emma, leaving soon for college, Rachel needs a friend—but local diner owner Adam is the last person she ever thought she’d lean on.From the outside, her little sister, Anna, has a picture-perfect marriage. But the weight of it is suffocating her. The only way for her to breathe again comes at a high price, one she’s not so sure she can pay. After raising two daughters on her own, their mother, Wendy, knows just how hard life can be. She’s done things she’s not proud of, things she desperately wants to keep from her girls—until keeping quiet is no longer an option.As long-held secrets bubble up and their old lives unravel, this family will need all their strength to start again and open their hearts up to the possibility of more. But most of all, they’ll need each other…
Secrets from the Past
by Jane M. ChoateA bus crash almost killed him…Now someone’s come back to finish the job.Someone’s taking out survivors of a school bus crash from fifteen years ago, and former Delta soldier Liam McKenzie’s next on the list. Determined to figure out who is killing his old classmates, the single father enlists the help of security operative Paige Walker, whose brother died in the original crash. But digging up old secrets could prove lethal for them both. From Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Secrets Gone South
by Alicia Hunter PaceNo matter how many critics call him an artisan or how much money people are willing to pay for his handcrafted furniture, Will Garrett will always be the son of a drunk from Mill Town. Though he has admired Dr. Arabelle Avery ever since his teenage busboy days at the Merritt County Club, he has no aspirations where she is concerned. A boy from across the tracks doesn't go calling on a state senator's daughter. But he is stoic about all that. He has his work and the home he built with his own hands in the woods where he draws his strength and serenity.At one time, life was easy for Arabelle Avery. She was smart and pretty, with her sister-in-law and cousin as best friends. When her sister-in-law wrapped her car around a tree, Arabelle was devastated. The day her brother remarried was a hard day, and going to Will Garrett's arms for the comfort was unexpected but easy. When she finds herself pregnant and hears, incorrectly, that Will is engaged, she flees to Switzerland to lick her wounds and have her baby. Desperate to do the best thing for her child, she allows her cousin to adopt him - a decision she immediately regrets.When a twist of fate reunites Arabelle with her child, she moves home to Merritt, where she is determined to keep her secret and raise her child in peace. But once Will gets a look at his son and guesses the truth, Arabelle's life spins out of control.Can they find the path to what's best for their son - and each other?Sensuality Level: Sensual
Secrets in a Small Town
by Kimberly Van MeterSome things are meant to stay buried. For Owen Garrett, that includes his past. The successful logger has worked hard rebuilding his family name. He's not about to let some former-hippie reporter dig up ancient events. Besides, Piper Morning Dew Sunday has already vilified his company in the press-three times! Now she wants an interview? It's not gonna happen, no matter how captivating she is. But when Piper swears she can clear his father's name, Owen has a change of heart. Soon he finds himself working with the stubborn beauty to find the truth. Only, uncovering secrets may have more consequences than either expect.
Secrets in an Amish Garden: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Amish Seasons #4)
by Lenora WorthCan love bloom twice in a lifetime…in this novel by New York Times bestselling author Lenora Worth. Working together in her Amish garden Will grow more than just flowers… After losing her first love, Amish garden nursery owner Rebecca Eicher thought she&’d shuttered her heart forever. But when Englisch stranger Jeb Martin asks for work, there&’s an instantaneous connection—almost like Rebecca knows him. But Jeb has a past he&’s been hiding. And when her brother helps play matchmaker, will the truth bring them together or break them apart?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Amish Seasons Book 1: Their Amish ReunionBook 2: Her Amish ChildBook 3: Seeking RefugeBook 4: Secrets in an Amish Garden
Secrets in Death (In Death #45)
by J. D. RobbA new novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series: Lt. Eve Dallas must separate rumors from reality when a woman who traffics in other people’s secrets is silenced.The chic Manhattan nightspot Du Vin is not the kind of place Eve Dallas would usually patronize, and it’s not the kind of bar where a lot of blood gets spilled. But that’s exactly what happens one cold February evening.The mortally wounded woman is Larinda Mars, a self-described “social information reporter,” or as most people would call it, a professional gossip. As it turns out, she was keeping the most shocking stories quiet, for profitable use in her side business as a blackmailer. Setting her sights on rich, prominent marks, she’d find out what they most wanted to keep hidden and then bleed them dry. Now someone’s done the same to her, literally—with a knife to the brachial artery.Eve didn’t like Larinda Mars. But she likes murder even less. To find justice for this victim, she’ll have to plunge into the dirty little secrets of all the people Larinda Mars victimized herself. But along the way, she may be exposed to some information she really didn’t want to know…
Secrets in Death: An Eve Dallas thriller (Book 45) (In Death #45)
by J. D. RobbNo one is going to miss Larinda Mars. A ruthless gossip queen with a lucrative sideline in blackmail, there's no lack of suspects when she's murdered in a fashionable New York bar. With so many people wanting her dead, it's going to be a tough case to crack.Lieutenant Eve Dallas may not like this particular victim, but it's her duty to bring the killer to justice. As she digs deeper into Larinda's mysterious past, it becomes clear the reporter had a unique talent for uncovering secrets. Including ones very close to home for Eve and her husband Roarke... Someone was willing to commit murder to keep their secrets hidden. And with Eve now working to uncover the truth, she and her team are heading into serious danger.
Secrets in Four Corners
by Debra WebbAs sheriff of Kenner City, Colorado, Patrick Martinez couldn't believe the body of an FBI agent had turned up in his normally quiet jurisdiction. Even more shocking was the appearance of Officer Sabrina "Bree" Hunter, a painful yet passionate memory he'd hoped to leave buried in his past. Now, working side by side was crucial to solving this case. But one look from her dark eyes and Patrick couldn't fight the attraction that still left him powerless--nor ignore the secret he knew she was holding onto. Then a stalker set his sights on Bree, and Patrick learned just how deep that secret ran. . . .
Secrets in Paradise
by Pauline SaullBlue seas, white sands, and red hot passion on a Caribbean Island. Escaping would-be fortune hunters, lottery winner Katie makes a new life in a rundown shack on a Caribbean Island. Brent Mahon, wealthy speculator and confirmed bachelor with many business interests there, meets her and sparks fly. Amid heightened sexual tension, Katie makes a discovery which could change their budding relationship. Does she reveal her secret find and risk losing the man and her home, or can she live a lie?
Secrets in Summer: A Novel
by Nancy Thayer“The queen of beach books” (The Star-Ledger) returns to the shores of Nantucket in a novel about one memorable summer when flirtations flourish, family dramas play out, and scandalous secrets surface. Memorial Day weekend means that seasonal visitors have descended on the glamorous island of Nantucket. For year-round resident Darcy Cotterill, it means late-night stargazing in the backyard of the beautiful house she grew up in and inherited from her beloved grandmother. It’s also Darcy’s chance to hit the beach and meet her new summertime neighbors. But the last person the thirty-year-old librarian expects to see staying next door is her ex-husband, Boyz, along with his wife, Autumn, and stepdaughter, Willow. Darcy must also navigate the highs and lows of a new romantic relationship with local carpenter Nash Forester even as she becomes smitten with handsome vacationer Clive Rush, a musicologist in town to write a book and visit family. And she finds herself pulled into the concerns of Boyz, Autumn, a charming elderly neighbor, and an at-risk teen. As the season nears its end, Darcy must decide her next move: retreating to the comforts of her steady and secure island life, or risking it all for a chance at true happiness. Praise for Nancy Thayer The Island House “A touching story about friendship, family, and the uncertainty of love.”—Bustle “Quick-paced, thoroughly engaging, and heartwarming.”—The Insatiable Reader The Guest Cottage “A sweet book with romance, laughter, and love after loss . . . Thayer knows her Nantucket history, and it shines in this book.”—RT Book Reviews “It’s a pleasant escape to a state of mind in which rebuilding a life is as simple as pitching an umbrella and spreading out a towel.”—Kirkus Reviews Nantucket Sisters “Thayer obviously knows her Nantucket, and the strong sense of place makes this the perfect escapist book for the summer, particularly for fans of Elin Hilderbrand.”—Booklist “Thayer keeps readers on the edge of their seats with her dramatic story spanning the girls’ childhood to adulthood. This wonderful beach read packs a punch.”—Library Journal
Secrets in Texas
by Carrie WeaverAfter the wreck of her marriage, Detective Angel Harrison swore no man would ever control her again. Then she had to infiltrate a dangerous cult, and pretending to be a submissive wife was the only way in. Even worse, her new "husband" quickly aroused feelings ignored for too long. Matt Stone had escaped Zion's Gate, but concern for the sister left behind had him agreeing to the cops' plan to return. Angel was good at playing the subservient wife--so good that he began to worry when the rebellious glint in her eye started to fade. After all, he'd been hoping for a permanent partnership. Assuming, of course, they made it out alive.
Secrets In the Annex
by Ann CoryA lonely young man. A young woman's spirit trapped by tragedy. Secrets and broken promises. Ann Cory weaves a haunting, passionate tale of a love so strong that time has no meaning in Secrets in the Annex.Can the luck and love of a chimney sweep be enough to rescue a woman, trapped in an annex that holds many dark secrets?Kaelyn is a former maid who used to clean the annex for the Ruthferds. Ever since a terrifying fire broke out in the annex, she has been trapped within the chimney, desperate to get out. She waits for a man to rescue her in more ways than one, and breathe new life into her somber soul.Rand enjoys his job as a chimney sweep and especially likes to work for the Ruthferds, a rich and prominent family in central London. He is asked to clean the fireplace and chimney inside the newly remodeled annex, though what he finds inside is more than ash and soot. A smoldering woman emerges from inside the fiery tomb and fuels him with passion.
Secrets in the Attic (The\secrets Ser. #1)
by V. C. AndrewsFrom the bestselling author of Flowers in the Attic comes a sensational new novel that spins a seductive web between fantasies and lies, and uncovers the price for keeping secrets...Two friends as close as sisters. One killer secret that will tear their small town apart.In the dust and shadows of the attic, they shared everything—fanciful stories, high school crushes, plans for the future, dreams to travel the world. For Karen, the attic is her escape from the reality of her stepfather's unwanted attention. Together in the eaves of a house with its own murderous history, the best friends concoct a scheme that will put Karen's stepfather in his place. It wasn't supposed to turn deadly. But in the attic, Karen shares one more secret with her best friend—a secret to take to the grave...
Secrets in the Dark: A Novel (The Blackbird Trilogy #2)
by Heather GrahamOver a century after Jack, a new Ripper is on the loose. Following in the footsteps of notorious serial murderer Jack the Ripper, a killer is stalking the streets of London. The self-dubbed Ripper King strikes at night, leaving a trail of eviscerated bodies in his wake. Fresh off a case with potential ties to the recent rash of killings, FBI agents Della Hamilton and Mason Carter are all too familiar with a slayer set to rule with a lethal fist. And they&’ll stop at nothing to end his reign. The killer&’s MO may be nothing new, but his desire to be infamous makes him dangerous. Della and Mason know it&’s only a matter of time before their investigation emboldens this new Ripper, forcing the agents to work quickly before another woman winds up dead. But now that the heat is on, their game of cat and mouse takes an unexpected turn, leading Della and Mason into a deadly trap they never saw coming…The Blackbird TrilogyBook 1: Whispers at DuskBook 2: Secrets in the DarkBook 3: Cursed at Dawn
Secrets in the Heather
by Gwen KirkwoodNineteen-year-old Susanna Elliot rebels against her strict Quaker background which alienates her from her family and community. Rejected by the doctor she admires and is refused permission to take her dead brother's place in the family business, she flees to join her two cousins on their mission to China. All three leave Falmouth for Shanghai aboard a schooner owned by Lowell Hawke. Hawke's daring exploits have made him a legend along the China coast and Susanna finds herself involved in terrible danger - and love...
Secrets in the Marriage Bed
by Nalini SinghEVERY MARRIAGE HAS ITS SECRETSThey were reconciling. That was all Caleb Callaghan could focus on when his estranged wife, Vicki, shared the news of her pregnancy. He was determined that this time their marriage would succeed, no matter what it took. But was Vicki's price too high? She wanted more than his love and support. . . she demanded honesty between them, starting with his secrets. But there was something in Caleb's past he could not--would not--share. For the truth would only destroy them.
Secrets in the Sand
by Carolyn BrownNew York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown's Texas twang and inimitable sass shine through in this contemporary romance about winning a second chance with a long-lost love.He left her alone in the sand that nightAnd has regretted it ever sinceBut maybe he can mend itIf only she'll let himTime doesn't heal all wounds... Not when they are deep within the heart like Angela Conrad's. Ten years ago, Clancy Morgan broke her heart and even though she's made a successful life as a musician, she's never gotten over that pain. Angel didn't intend to ever go back home, but when she's invited to return to her hometown to play for the high school reunion dance, she agrees, knowing full well that if Clancy sees her up on that stage, he'll regret the day he ever said goodbye.Perfect for fans of:Second chance romancesSweet and sexy, emotional love storiesA secret surpriseA Southern small-town summer setting come to lifePraise for Carolyn Brown:"A delightful journey of hope and healing."—Woman's World for The Empty Nesters"One of my favorite authors!"—Romance Junkies"Carolyn Brown is one of my go-to authors when I want a feel-good story that will make me smile."—Fresh Fiction for Cowboy Strong
Secrets in the Shadows (Book 2 of the Guardians of the Night)
by Jenna BlackNot all vampires are Killers. Some sacrifice their superior physical and psychic strength that comes with feeding on humans to instead protect them. But Guardians walk a thin line, for even a single kill could leave them helplessly addicted to murder.
Secrets in the Snow: A Novel of Intrigue and Romance (Novels of Romance and Intrigue)
by Michaela MaccollJane Austen's family is eager to secure her future by marrying her off. But Jane is much more interested in writing her novels, and finds every suitor lacking--until the mysterious Mr. Lefroy arrives. Could he be the one? Before Jane can find out, she must solve a murder, clear her family's name, and face a decision that might cost her true love.
Secrets Left Behind
by Shannon RedmonThe more clues they uncover, the more deadly the investigation becomes. After surviving several attempts on her life, Skye Anderson knows Detective Jake Reed&’s suspicions of foul play about the accident that killed her husband must be true. Someone will stop at nothing to keep the truth hidden—and all signs point to a drug ring Skye&’s late husband was investigating. Can Jake keep Skye alive and identify the killers pursuing her?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Secrets & Lies: Two Short Stories
by Kody KeplingerKody Keplinger both returns to the halls of Hamilton High and explores new territory in her collection of two e-book exclusive novellas. In these short stories, the author revisits a familiar cast of characters from THE DUFF (Designated Ugly Fat Friend) and A Midsummer's Nightmare. Explore the uniquely teen world of high school drama, secrets, and romantic entanglements from completely fresh perspectives that will intrigue fans of Kody Keplinger and new readers alike.
Secrets, Lies, and Double Lives
by Claire RosalindThere’s a serial killer on the loose, or so Elijah and Zeke have been told. Zeke has spent his life working as part of a secret organization tracking and trying to put an end to the sporadic murders of the man who ruined his life. When he rescues Elijah from a murder scene, he takes it upon himself to be his protector. But Elijah doesn’t need his protection. In fact, he's not at all what Zeke expected.As they are forced to put their trust in one another and find comfort in their growing companionship, Zeke struggles to suppress his feelings. After an attack on their safe house causes them to retreat to Zeke’s agency, all the lies they have been living start to unravel.Will they learn the truth before it’s too late? Or will they trust the wrong people and lose the chance to remember what happened last time they tried to escape and who really brought them together and destroyed both their lives?NOTE: This book includes suicidal references and actions, self-harm, and depictions of disordered eating.