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The Fastest Way to Fall: the perfect feel-good romantic comedy for 2021
by Denise Williams'The perfect feel-good read' Emily Henry, New York Times bestselling authorTrue love never did run smooth . . .Britta is excited for the chance to finally prove herself at work when she's asked to write about a hot new body-positive fitness app that includes personal training.When her training sessions with Wes begin, the pair click immediately. He may be the app's CEO but despite his professional success, his personal life is in disarray and he's enjoying his return to what he really loves - coaching.As the weeks pass, Britta can't believe how much she's enjoying trying new things and finding her strength . . . and perhaps her perfect match?The longer she spends with Wes the harder it is to deny their chemistry and maintain a professional distance. Walking away from each other may be the smart choice. but for Wes and Britta, falling never felt so good . . .Praise for Denise Williams'Funny, flirtatious, and full of heart, The Fastest Way to Fall is an absolute winner!' Libby Hubscher'An addictive romance filled with hilarious banter, sharp and engaging dialogue, heartfelt moments, and a real and empowering heroine worth cheering for' Jane Igharo, author of Ties That Tether'Absolutely SPECTACULAR!!' Priscilla Oliveras, USA Today bestselling author'A charming, romantic love story' Andie J. Christopher, USA Today bestselling author'A powerhouse romance . . . funny and charming and steamy' Sarah Smith, author of Faker'Funny, sexy, heartwarming and emotional . . . I did not want to put it down!' Samantha Young, New York Times bestselling author'Jake is just the type of hero I love - sexy, smart, sweet, and smitten' Olivia Dade, author of Spoiler Alert'Charming and compelling . . . as moving as it romantic' Jen DeLuca, author of Well Matched
The Fat Lady's Ghost
by Charlotte MacLeodA young art student catches a thief—and finds her soul mate—in this charming, early YA novel from the million-selling &“mistress of the &‘cozy&’ mystery&” (Los Angeles Times). Possessed of cool common sense and burning ambition, nineteen-year-old Corin Johansen leaves home to attend a prestigious art school in Boston. But Corin never met anyone back in Proctor&’s Crossing, Pennsylvania, like the larger-than-life landlady at her new boardinghouse. A former circus star known as Daring Dina who trained lions and leopards under the big top, Madame Despau-Davy now contents herself with teaching her four beloved pet ocelots tricks in the kitchen. Corin soon learns the boardinghouse kitchen is supposedly haunted by the ghost of the Fat Lady from the circus, Dina&’s old friend Rosie Garside. Corin is skeptical, but when she cooks, she can&’t shake the feeling she&’s being watched. The tall redhead has also caught the eye of some of the young male boarders: playboy Jack Banks and standoffish but gifted art student Alex Bodmin. When Corin discovers jewelry hidden in the haunted kitchen and hears the real story of how Rosie met her demise, she begins to suspect one of them may be a jewel thief—and possibly a murderer.
The Fatal Crown: A Novel (The Queens of Love and War #1)
by Ellen JonesAgainst the seething political intrigues of twelfth-century Europe, two royal heirs surrender to passion as they vie for the English throne. At nine, Maud, an English princess, was sent to Germany to become the bride of the Holy Roman Emperor—a political alliance with a man her father&’s age. At twenty-five, the widowed Maud must marry once again, this time to fourteen-year-old Geoffrey Plantagenet. But it is with Stephen of Blois, Maud&’s fiercest rival for the British throne, that the headstrong princess discovers the true meaning of desire. Stephen, a descendant of William the Conqueror, believes absolutely in his God-given right to rule. Torn between his illicit passion for Maud and his own towering ambition, he knows he must choose. Stephen&’s decision will wrench him from the arms of the woman he loves, ignite civil war, and lead to a shattering act of betrayal that, decades later, will come full circle and change the course of English history.
The Fatal Fortune (A Guinevere Jones Novel #4)
by Jayne CastleAvailable digitally for the first time! Fortune doesn't shine on Guinevere Jones and Zac Justis; it puts them on the trail of a cunning charlatan in this riveting novel from New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz writing as Jayne Castle. When Guinevere Jones discovers that a so-called fortune-teller is making big profits by deceiving her clients, she vows to expose the scam. Now Zac--who will do anything to keep Gwen safe--helps her uncover the deadly deceptions of a blackmailer and killer out to destroy every trace of the past...
The Fatal Series, Volume 1
by Marie ForceFrom New York Times bestselling author Marie Force, the first three books in The Fatal Series, now available in one box set! <P><P>Fatal Affair</br> Washington, D.C., Metro Police Detective Sergeant Sam Holland needs a big win to salvage her career--and her confidence--after a disastrous investigation. The perfect opportunity arises when Senator John O'Connor is found brutally murdered in his bed, and Sam is assigned to the case. Matters get complicated when Sam has to team up with Nick Cappuano, O'Connor's friend and chief of staff...and the man Sam had a memorable one-night stand with years earlier. Their sexual chemistry still sizzles, and Sam has to fight to stay focused on the case. Sleeping with a material witness is another mistake she can't afford--especially when the bodies keep piling up. <P><P>Fatal Justice</br> Standing over the body of a Supreme Court nominee, Lieutenant Sam Holland is hip-deep in another high-profile murder case. The fact that she was one of the last people to see Julian Sinclair alive just complicates things even more. On the plus side, her relationship with Senator Nick Cappuano is heating up--but it's also attracting a lot of unwanted media attention and blinding flash bulbs. The pressure is on for Sam to find Sinclair's killer, but a new lead in her father's unsolved shooting puts her in unexpected danger. When long-buried secrets threaten to derail her relationship with Nick, Sam realizes that while justice is blind, mixing romance with politics has the potential to be fatal... <P><P>Fatal Consequences</br> Lieutenant Sam Holland is back on the job. A woman has been found brutally murdered and evidence points to Henry Lightfeather, a senator and close friend of Nick's. While Sam investigates, Nick stands by his friend--complicating his own bid for reelection, and causing tension between the couple. As Sam's investigation reveals a scandal that rocks the capital, Nick and Sam discover that the biggest threat to their future might be someone from her past...
The Fatal Series, Volume 1
by Marie ForceThe first four books in New York Times bestselling author Marie Force’s The Fatal Series, plus new-to-ebook bonus content. Get to know Sam and Nick like never before! <P><P>Fatal Affair</br> Washington, D.C., Metro Police Detective Sergeant Sam Holland needs a big win to salvage her career—and her confidence—after a disastrous investigation. The perfect opportunity arises when Senator John O’Connor is found brutally murdered in his bed, and Sam is assigned to the case. Matters get complicated when Sam has to team up with Nick Cappuano, O’Connor’s friend and chief of staff…and the man Sam had a memorable one-night stand with years earlier. Their sexual chemistry still sizzles, and Sam has to fight to stay focused on the case. Sleeping with a material witness is another mistake she can’t afford—especially when the bodies keep piling up. <P><P>Fatal Justice</br> Standing over the body of a Supreme Court nominee, Lieutenant Sam Holland is hip-deep in another high-profile murder case. The fact that she was one of the last people to see Julian Sinclair alive just complicates things even more. On the plus side, her relationship with Senator Nick Cappuano is heating up—but it’s also attracting a lot of unwanted media attention and blinding flash bulbs. The pressure is on for Sam to find Sinclair’s killer, but a new lead in her father’s unsolved shooting puts her in unexpected danger. When long-buried secrets threaten to derail her relationship with Nick, Sam realizes that while justice is blind, mixing romance with politics has the potential to be fatal… <P><P>Fatal Consequences</br> Lieutenant Sam Holland is back on the job. A woman has been found brutally murdered and evidence points to Henry Lightfeather, a senator and close friend of Nick’s. While Sam investigates, Nick stands by his friend—complicating his own bid for reelection, and causing tension between the couple. As Sam’s investigation reveals a scandal that rocks the capital, Nick and Sam discover that the biggest threat to their future might be someone from her past…. <P><P>Fatal Destiny</br> With the week of their wedding finally upon them, Washington, D.C., Police Lieutenant Sam Holland and her fiancé, Senator Nick Cappuano, are at odds. In the aftermath of a tragic loss, they struggle to reconnect as the big day draws near, but their work keeps pulling them apart. When a new clue into a cold case surfaces, Nick asks Sam not to take any foolish chances before the wedding. Sam agrees, but she can’t let it go entirely and winds up trapped in an explosive situation. Then an unwelcome visitor from her past threatens her future happiness… With trouble at every turn, will Sam survive long enough to walk down the aisle?
The Fatal Series, Volume 2
by Marie ForceSam and Nick's exciting journey continues with books 4-6 in New York Times bestselling author Marie Force's Fatal Series. Includes bonus novella Fatal Destiny! <P><P>Fatal Destiny</br> With the week of their wedding finally upon them, Washington, D.C., Police Lieutenant Sam Holland and her fiancé, Senator Nick Cappuano, are at odds. In the aftermath of a tragic loss, they struggle to reconnect as the big day draws near, but their work keeps pulling them apart. When a new clue into a cold case surfaces, Nick asks Sam not to take any foolish chances before the wedding. Sam agrees, but she can't let it go entirely and winds up trapped in an explosive situation. Then an unwelcome visitor from her past threatens her future happiness... With trouble at every turn, will Sam survive long enough to walk down the aisle? <P><P>Fatal Flaw</br> Back from their honeymoon, Senator Nick Cappuano and DC Police Lieutenant Sam Holland are ready for some normalcy after the whirlwind of their wedding, but someone has other plans for them. When Sam discovers wedding cards containing thinly veiled death threats, she's not sure if she or Nick is the target. Already on edge, Sam and her team start investigating a series of baffling murders. With no obvious connection between the victims, Sam soon suspects that she may be the ultimate prize in the killer's clever game... <P><P>Fatal Deception</br> The wife of the White House deputy chief of staff has been beaten to death, and their one-year-old daughter is missing. D.C. Police Lieutenant Sam Holland is in charge of the murder investigation, but she's forced to collaborate with Special Victims Unit detectives as well as thorn-in-her-side FBI Special Agent Avery Hill. Then, a cold case of her father's resurrects old hurts--a distraction Sam cannot afford. As Sam's investigation heats up, so does Nick's political career--and the heat carries over to their bedroom. Will Sam put the pieces together in time to catch a killer and find the baby? Fatal Mistake D.C. is recovering from angry riots after one player's mistake blew the D.C. Federals' chance at the World Series, and Lt. Sam Holland is determined to unravel the twisted web of motives behind the star center fielder's death. Was it a disgruntled fan, a spurned lover or a furious teammate? While Sam digs through clues, her husband, U.S. Senator Nick Cappuano, fights for his political life in the final days of his reelection campaign as financial irregularities threaten his future. It's a distraction Nick can ill afford, with Sam in the midst of another high-profile murder investigation and both of them trying to help their adopted son, Scotty, cope with the murder of a ball player he admired. Determined to bring the killer to justice, Sam must root out the truth before another mistake proves fatal.
The Fatal Series, Volume 3
by Marie ForceEnjoy books 7-9 in The Fatal Series from New York Times bestselling author Marie Force, now in one box set. <P><P>Fatal Jeopardy (includes a bonus story!)</br> Washington, D.C., Police Lieutenant Sam Holland and her husband, U.S. Senator Nick Cappuano, have been looking forward to a quiet Thanksgiving with their son. But any thoughts of a restful holiday are dashed when Sam and Nick return home to a gruesome scene: Sam’s seventeen-year-old niece Brooke, barely conscious and covered in blood on their front stoop. With lines between personal and professional blurring in this emotionally charged, deeply personal case, Sam will need to decide how far she’s willing to go to prove Brooke is a victim, not a murderer <P><P>.Fatal Scandal</br> As a new year dawns in the capital city, dual scandals rock the Metropolitan PD—and Lieutenant Sam Holland is right in the middle of them. Chief Farnsworth is catching heat for the way he handled a recent homicide investigation, and Detective Gonzales is accused of failing to disclose an earlier connection to the judge who decided his custody hearing. When Gonzo’s fight for his child turns deadly and he has a shaky alibi, Sam must defend two of her closest colleagues. All while her husband, Vice President Nick Cappuano, settles into his new office at the White House. As the evidence against Gonzo piles up, Sam suspects someone is gunning for her—and her team. <P><P>Fatal Frenzy</br> Lieutenant Sam Holland is on leave, recovering from an attack that shook her to the core. With no case to distract her, she’s trying to stay busy—even voluntarily meeting with her new White House staff. But it’s not enough to keep the horrific memories at bay, and her family is worried…especially her husband, Vice President Nick Cappuano. When two college girls go missing in the midst of inauguration madness, the chief of police needs the one cop he can count on to find them and save the Metro PD from disgrace. In a case full of ugly twists and turns, Sam will have to confront her past and find her strength again…before it’s too late.
The Fatal Series, Volume 4
by Marie ForceEnjoy books 10-12 in The Fatal Series from New York Times bestselling author Marie Force, now in one box set. <P><P>Fatal Identity</br> Government worker Josh Hamilton begs Lieutenant Sam Holland to investigate his shocking claim that his parents stole him from another family thirty years ago. More complicated still, his “father” is none other than the FBI director. When a member of Josh’s family is brutally murdered, Sam begins to question how deep this cover-up goes. Is it possible the revered director was part of a baby-napping ring and that others involved are also targets? <P><P>Fatal Threat</br> It’s just another day at the office for Washington Metro Police lieutenant Sam Holland when a body surfaces off the shores of the Anacostia River. But before Sam can sink her teeth into the new case, Secret Service agents seize her from the crime scene. A threat has been made against her family, but nobody will tell her anything—including the whereabouts of her husband, Vice President Nick Cappuano. With a ruthless killer out for vengeance, Sam works to tie the threat to a murder that can’t possibly be a coincidence. And she has to get it done before her husband’s career is irrevocably damaged… <P><P>Fatal Chaos</br> Escaping DC during the dog days of summer is one of the smartest moves Washington metro police lieutenant Samantha Holland ever made, but no sooner are they back home than a fatal drive-by shooting sets the city on edge. As more deaths follow, Sam and her team play beat the clock to stop the ruthless killers. With Nick facing his greatest challenge—one that could drastically change all their lives and even end Sam’s career—will the mounting pressure deepen or damage their bond? Originally published in 2016, 2017, and 2018
The Fate of Ten
by Pittacus LoreThe sixth and penultimate book in the New York Times bestselling I Am Number Four series! For years the Garde have fought the Mogadorians in secret. Now all of that has changed. The invasion has begun. John is on the front lines of the fight in New York City. And just as the odds seem stacked against him, his best friend, Sam, a human, inexplicably develops a Legacy--and Sam isn't the only one.While the pair try to track down Five and Nine amid the chaos, they encounter another teen who can wield abilities that were once only meant for the Garde. Whether she is a friend or a foe, however, remains to be seen.Meanwhile, Six, Marina, and Adam are trapped in Mexico. They fought their way into the Sanctuary and were able to awaken the power hidden within, but their preceding battle has left them without any way to reach the others. The Mogs are returning in full force, and it will take a miracle to escape.The Garde are stretched thin, fighting this war on many fronts. The only chance they have is to take out the Mogadorian leader once and for all--but his fate is now irrevocably tied with Ella's. They can't destroy one without the other. But if the Garde can't find another way to stop the Mogs, humanity will suffer the same fate as the Loric: annihilation.
The Fateful Bargain
by Betty NeelsThey had made a binding arrangementDutch surgeon Sebastian van Tecqx had offered Emily's father the chance to have a life-changing operation. But favors don't come cheap, and the doctor expected something in return. It wasn't hard for Emily to exchange her drab nurse's lodgings for Sebastian's luxurious home, but how could Emily stop herself from falling in love with her charismatic employer? Especially once Sebastian made it clear that marriage was not part of the bargain.
The Fates Divide (Carve the Mark #2)
by Veronica RothIn the second book of the Carve the Mark duology, globally bestselling Divergent author Veronica Roth reveals how Cyra and Akos fulfill their fates. <P><P>The Fates Divide is a richly imagined tale of hope and resilience told in four stunning perspectives. The lives of Cyra Noavek and Akos Kereseth are ruled by their fates, spoken by the oracles at their births. The fates, once determined, are inescapable. <P>Akos is in love with Cyra, in spite of his fate: He will die in service to Cyra’s family. <P>And when Cyra’s father, Lazmet Noavek—a soulless tyrant, thought to be dead—reclaims the Shotet throne, Akos believes his end is closer than ever. <P>As Lazmet ignites a barbaric war, Cyra and Akos are desperate to stop him at any cost. <P>For Cyra, that could mean taking the life of the man who may—or may not—be her father. For Akos, it could mean giving his own. In a stunning twist, the two will discover how fate defines their lives in ways most unexpected. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
The Father He Deserves
by Lisa JordanA determined dad. A wary mother. Making amends is never easy… Injured in a kayaking accident, champion Evan Holland returns home to train rescue dogs. But his unexpected partner is the woman he left behind, Natalie Bishop. And she has a secret: a son Evan never knew he had. Now Evan must prove he can be a real father. But earning Natalie&’s trust back will take hope, forgiveness—and risking everything on forever…From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Father Of Her Child
by Joan Elliott PickartThree unsuspecting men are about to embrace fatherhood! And it all starts with the Baby Bet. . .
The Father for Her Son
by Cindi MyersAfter seven years away, Troy Denton has finally reappeared. Too bad Marlee Britton isn't sure she wants him back. The last time she saw him, she was pregnant and they were planning their wedding. Since then, she's struggled to raise their son on her own. So, no. She's not throwing out the welcome mat.Still, how can she deny him knowing his son, Greg? Every time she watches Troy with Greg the guarded place in her heart melts a little. And that's when she realizes she still cares--more than she wants to. But should she protect herself from him leaving again? Or can she believe Troy's vow he's here for good?
The Father of Her Child
by Emma DarcyThey acted on impulse!Falling in love again... Lauren hadn't wanted or expected to. Yet when Michael Timberlane smiled at her across a crowded room, all her good resolutions went out of the window.Michael had also vowed never to fall in love again. And the last woman he wanted to share a life with was Lauren. He had every reason to despise her...and when she learned that he was out to break her heart, she resolved never to see him again.Too late! For their one-night stand had consequences that would keep them together forever....Praise for Emma Darcy's The Fatherhood Affair"Emma Darcy pulls no punches with this emotionally stirring tale that readers will want to savor."-Romantic Times
The Father of Her Son
by Kathleen PickeringHer life is not front page news!News anchor Evan McKenna knows a good thing when he sees it. And Kelly Sullivan and her son Matt definitely fall into that category. If Evan had his way, he'd be part of their little family. Only Kelly is proving resistant to his charms. He knows an attraction this strong is more than one-sided, so something else is keeping them apart. Despite his best efforts, he can't convince her to tell him.Then Kelly's past becomes a major news story, which puts Matt's safety in jeopardy. Evan is willing to do anything to protect them. For the first time, his career takes a backseat to something more important-family and a future with Kelly. Now he just has to prove it to her....
The Father of Her Sons (Wild Rose Sisters #1)
by Christine RimmerShe thought she knew everything she needed to know about him in New York Times bestselling author Christine Rimmer's first book in the brand-new Wild Rose Sisters series!How do you make up for four years of lost time?No last names. No promises to meet again. No way for Payton Dahl to find the man who&’s the father of her twin boys. Until fate reunites them four years later. Easton Wright now wants to be part of his sons&’ lives—with the woman he fell hard for during those seven days and nights of bliss. Payton doesn&’t want her sons to grow up fatherless like she did, but can she risk trusting Easton when she&’s been burned in the past?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Wild Rose SistersBook 1: The Father of Her SonsBook 2: First Comes Baby...
The Fatherhood Affair
by Emma DarcyDamien Chandler wants a child! He thinks Natalie Hayes will make the ideal mother.Natalie Hayes wants a child! She just can't picture Damien Chandler in the role of father.Natalie has tried not to think of Damien as anything but a business acquaintance, and she succeeds...until the night they share a bed! Damien has never been able to resist a challenge-now he faces the biggest challenge of his life. He has to convince Natalie that perfect lovers can become perfect parents, too!
The Fatherhood Factor
by Diana WhitneyCruel fate had placed Ethan Devlin's sons beyond his reach—in the care of his powerful parents. Estranged from his family, Ethan fought valiantly to reclaim his twins, but had nearly given up. Then, like hope eternal, Deirdre O'Connor appeared, and his hard heart began to stir…. Deirdre feared that once Ethan learned of her secret, he would shutter off his heart forever. But she would do nothing to compromise him—for Ethan was a wondrous man, father…and lover. Yet when the truth came out, would Ethan believe that above all else this "spy" longed to be wife to her "enemy"…and mother to his children?
The Fatherhood Miracle
by Margaret BarkerDan ended his relationship with Anita when he realized he could never give her a family. When they meet again, she discovers that he is miraculously the single father to a son Can Dan convince Anita to trust him once more?
The Fault
by Jerry SacherMicah Duma is an unemployed actor spending his days waiting in line at talent agencies, looking for jobs at any restaurant or retail establishment in Los Angeles that will hire him until he gets his big break.Don Gibbs is one of the city’s most popular and successful restaurant owners, too busy to look for love. He’s a man who guards his feelings and hides his secrets well, until the day Micah walks into his place looking for a job.Don hesitates to hire him, but gives him a chance and soon finds his ice-cold feelings are beginning to thaw, especially after Micah steps in at the last minute to help him when the café is left shorthanded.The two begin courting, spending stolen moments together, but there are people in their lives who would do anything to keep them apart. The during a black-tie event, secrets come out in the open and even Mother Nature threatens to destroy the love between them.In a ruined city, will the two manage to find each other ... and a lasting relationship?
The Fault in Our Stars
by John GreenDespite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.<P><P> Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw, The Fault in Our Stars is award-winning-author John Green's most ambitious and heartbreaking work yet, brilliantly exploring the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.<P> <P><b>Young Readers Choice Award Winner, 2015</b>
The Favor: A Romantic Thriller (The James Thomas Series #6)
by Brooke SivendraOld Enemies Come Calling in The Favor, a Romantic Thriller from Brooke Sivendra--10 Years Ago, Tokyo & Russia--James and Deacon worked hard to keep their identities a secret while building a new life and business but when a specter from James's past turns up in their home city of Toyko, their quiet, simple life is turned upside down.Eliminating the threat requires a trip to Russia, a place abounding with enemies, a place they'll never leave alive.Someone must go in their place. Someone unsuspected. Someone with no links to the Russian mafia. Someone crazy enough to help in return for a favor.Publisher Note: The Favor is the sixth book in a series that follow an ex-CIA operative in search of justice, revenge and love. This book is set about ten years before book one but should be read at the end of the series. Best suited for readers who like strong characters, intrigue and smoking-hot romance.The James Thomas SeriesEscantaSarataniSarquisLucianSorinThe Favor
The Favored Child: A Novel (The Wideacre Trilogy #2)
by Philippa GregoryFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author and “queen of royal fiction” (USA TODAY) Philippa Gregory comes the thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestseller Wideacre as the once-great Lacey estate is restored to its former grandeur—though not without cost.The Wideacre estate is bankrupt. The villagers are living in poverty and formerly stunning hall is a smoke-blackened ruin. But, in the Dower House nearby, two children are being raised in protected innocence. Equal claimants to the estate, rivals for the love of the village, they are tied by a secret childhood betrothal but forbidden to marry. Only one can be the favored child—only one can inherit the magical understanding between the land and the Lacey family that can make the Sussex village grow green again. Only one can be Beatrice Lacey’s true heir. Sensual, gripping, and mystical, The Favored Child irresistibly sweeps the reader into a world of secrets, betrayals, and power in this revolutionary period of English history.