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The Second First Chance: A Novel
by Mona Shroff"Striking a perfect balance between drama and romance, this is sure to please."—Publishers WeeklyThe Second First Chance is a big, wonderful, messy love story about family, heartbreak, strength and courage. It shows us that sometimes what we want is what we least expect, and that everything we need is often right in front of us.Strength comes in many different forms. Riya Desai and Dhillon Vora grew up together. Sharing secrets, hiding in their tree house, they were playmates, best friends and later—as teenagers—almost something more. Until the devastating house fire that ripped them apart, claiming the life of Dhillon&’s father and Riya&’s big brother, Samir. Riya and Dhillon have barely spoken since that terrible night, but they both made big decisions based on that fire.Riya has chosen to fight fire with everything she&’s got, but it&’s not easy. As the only female firefighter and one of the only people of color at her fire hall, she has to prove herself over and over. Plus, she&’s hidden her career from her family.Dhillon wanted to heal things, so he became a veterinarian. When a chance encounter with a rescue dog throws Riya and Dhillon together again, he&’s furious at her career choice. After what happened to them, how can she run into fires on purpose? For Riya, Dhillon&’s anger is unacceptable: How can he not see that she&’s protecting others from the very losses they both experienced?
Second First Impressions: A Novel
by Sally ThorneFrom the USA Today bestselling author of The Hating Game and 99 Percent Mine comes the clever, funny, and unforgettable story of a muscular, tattooed man hired as an assistant to two old women—under the watchful eye of a beautiful retirement home manager. Dazzle (n): Brightness that blinds someone temporarily. Position Vacant: Two ancient old women residing at Providence Retirement Villa seek male assistant for casual exploitation and good-natured humiliation. Duties include boutique shopping, fast-food fetching, and sincerely rendered flattery. Good looks a bonus—but we aren’t picky. An advertisement has been placed (again!) by the wealthy and eccentric Parloni Sisters. The salary is generous and the employers are 90 years old, so how hard could the job be? Well, none have lasted longer than a week. Most boys leave in tears. Ruthie Midona will work in Providence’s front office, and be at the Parloni’s beck and call, forever. That’s sort of her life plan. If Ruthie can run the place in her almost-retired bosses’ absence, with no hijinks/hiccups, she has a shot at becoming the new manager. She might also be able to defend her safe little world from Prescott Development, the new buyer of the prime site. Maybe after all that, she can find a cute guy to date. All she needs to do is stay serious—and that’s what she does best. Until, one day, someone dazzling blows in to town. Teddy Prescott devotes his life to sleeping, tattooing, and avoiding seriousness. When Teddy needs a place to crash, he makes a deal with his developer dad. Teddy can stay in one of Providence’s on-site maintenance cottages—right next door to an unimpressed Ruthie—but only if he works there and starts to grow up. Ruthie knows how this sweetly selfish rich boy can earn his keep—and be out of her hair in under a week. After all, there is a position vacant…
Second First Impressions: A Novel
by Sally Thorne'A truly adorable, heart-warming, swoon-worthy love story' Beth O'Leary, bestselling author of The FlatshareDistraction (n): Something that turns your attention away from something you want to concentrate on. See: Teddy Prescott. ______________________________Ruthie Midona is twenty-four (going on ninety-four) and fully committed to her job at a luxury retirement village. Keeping herself busy caring for the eccentric residents means that Ruthie can safely ignore her own life - what little there is of it. Teddy Prescott is practically allergic to a hard day's work. When he rocks up as the retirement village's newest employee, Ruthie is less than impressed. The last thing she needs is a distraction as irritating (and handsome) as this selfish rich kid. Lucky for Ruthie, her favourite pair of mischievous residents need a new assistant to torture... so she hands over Teddy, ready for them to send him running. Except Teddy may be about to surprise her - not just by surviving the old women's antics, but by charming Ruthie so much, she starts to remember that there's more to life than work... Could Teddy be far more than simply an unwelcome distraction?____________________________PRAISE FOR SALLY THORNE'The next Sophie Kinsella' Bustle'Funny, sexy and instantly unputdownable' Paige Toon'I inhaled Second First Impressions - I had to force myself to slow down because I didn't want it to end. A book hasn't given me the warm-fuzzies like this for a very long time' Beth O'Leary, bestselling author of The Flatshare'Warm, witty and wise' The Daily Mail'A brilliant, biting, hilarious new voice. THE HATING GAME will take the rom-com world by storm. One of the best I've read, ever' Kristin Higgins, New York Times bestselling author'Charming, self-deprecating, quick-witted and funny' The New York Times'An addictive, dazzling debut. The Hating Game is bursting at the seams with love (and hate) and heart' Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author'A smart and funny modern romance' Good Housekeeping'One of the most delectable rom-coms I've ever read' Entertainment Weekly
Second Glance
by Jodi PicoultTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'Compelling, surprising and entertaining' HeatSince the death of his fiancée Aimee, Ross Wakeman has been unable to fill the hole she has left in his life. Seeking to end his pain, he becomes a ghost hunter, despite never having seen a ghost. However, when his job leads him to the town of Comtosook, it becomes apparent that Ross isn't the only one haunted by the past. When he meets the mysterious Lia, who brings him to life for the first time in years, redemption seems around the corner. But the discoveries that await him are beyond anything he could dream of - in this world or the next.THE BOOK OF TWO WAYS, Jodi's stunning new novel about life, death and missed opportunities is available to pre-order now.
Second Go-Round
by Andrew GreyFormer world champion bronco rider Dustin and rancher Marshall have been life partners for more than twenty years, and time has taken its toll. Their sex life is as dusty as the rodeo ring. Somehow their marriage hasn&’t turned out how they planned. But when a new family moves in up the road with two young boys, one very sick, Dustin and Marshall realize how deep their ruts are and that there might be hope to break them. After all, where they&’re from, the most important part of being a man is helping those who need it.A new common purpose helps break down the deep routines they&’ve fallen into and makes them realize the life they&’ve been living has left them both cold and hollow. Spending time with the kids—teaching them how to be cowboys—reignites something they thought lost long ago. But twenty years is a lot of time to make up for. Can they find their way back to each other, or are the ruts they&’ve created worn too deep?
Second Grave on the Left (Charley Davidson #2)
by Darynda JonesSecond in the Darynda Jones' award-winning paranormal series that's "hilarious and heartfelt, sexy and surprising. " (J. R. Ward) When Charley Davidson and Cookie (her best friend/receptionist) have to track down a missing woman, the case is not quite as open and shut as they anticipate. A friend of Cookie's named Mimi disappeared five days earlier. This friend then sends Cookie a cryptic message telling them to meet her at a nearby coffee shop. The coffee is brewing, but Mimi's still missing. There is, however, a clue left on the bathroom wall: a woman's name, scribbled by Mimi. Mimi's husband explains that his wife had been acting strange since she found out an old friend of hers from high school had been murdered a couple weeks prior. The same woman Mimi had named in her message. Meanwhile, Reyes Alexander Farrow (otherwise known as the Son of Satan. Yes. Literally) has left his corporeal body and is haunting Charley. He's left his body because he's being tortured by demons who want to lure Charley closer. But Reyes can't let that happen. Because if the demons get to Charley, they'll have a portal to heaven. And if they have a portal to heaven... well, let's just say it wouldn't be pretty. Can Charley handle hot nights with Reyes and even hotter days tracking down a missing woman? Can she keep those she loves out of harm's way? And is there enough coffee and chocolate in the world to fuel her as she does? Here is your signpost for the most hilarious read of the summer: Second Grave On The Left.
The Second Guard (A Second Guard Novel #1)
by J. D. VaughnIn the peaceful realm of Tequende, all second-born children at the age of fifteen must journey to the Alcazar to fulfill the mandate of the Oath of Guilds. There they train to earn a place among the queen's legendary Second Guard, or work as indentured servants. Talimendra has always wanted to join the Guard, but there are dark rumors in the queendom that she may not be ready for. Rumors that whisper of greed, traitors, and war. There is very little time and too many unanswered questions, but one thing is for certain: if there is a traitor among the Second Guard, then everyone???including the queen???is in grave danger.
Second-Guessing Fate
by Claire RobynsCan She Outwit Fate? Gemma is on a collision course with heartbreak. At least, according to the fortune-teller her best friend drags her to see. Gemma doesn't believe a word of it, but when other predictions start to come true, she begins to suspect that gorgeous, gray-eyed Nick is the man foretold to break her heart before she can find her soul mate. Too bad she's never met a man she's wanted more, because now she has to get him to dump her before she falls too hard. Nick has plans of his own. He's ready to settle down with Ms. Right, and everything points to the beautiful Gemma. He's determined to prove to her that he's the perfect boyfriend-even if she does seem to be trying her best to scare him off...48,000 words
Second Hand (Tucker Springs #2)
by Marie Sexton Heidi CullinanA Tucker Springs NovelPaul Hannon flunked out of vet school. His fiancée left him. He can barely afford his rent, and he hates his house. About the only things he has left are a pantry full of his ex’s kitchen gadgets and a lot of emotional baggage. He could really use a win—and that’s when he meets El. Pawnbroker El Rozal is a cynic. His own family’s dysfunction has taught him that love and relationships lead to misery. Despite that belief, he keeps making up excuses to see Paul again. Paul, who doesn’t seem to realize that he’s talented and kind and worthy. Paul, who’s not over his ex-fiancée and is probably straight anyway. Paul, who’s so blind to El’s growing attraction, even asking him out on dates doesn’t seem to tip him off. El may not do relationships, but something has to give. If he wants to keep Paul, he’ll have to convince him he’s worthy of love—and he’ll have to admit that attachment might not be so bad after all.
Second Hand Heart
by Joyce LivingstonA bout of rheumatic fever left Rosalinda Sammy Samuels in need of a new heart. Three years ago she received it--and her vagabond sister's three children to raise. On a rare day to herself, Sammy meets Ted and dares to wonder if he could be the One... until she learns of his distaste of children... and transplants. Ted Benay lost his sister in a car accident, but his parents gave away her heart. The loss has haunted Ted ever since. Because of her death, Ted questions God. Now he's opened his apartment to his brother's unruly, disrespectful family, and Ted's pretty sure he never wants such a thing for himself. When he meets Sammy, though, his deepest convictions and opinions are challenged. Can it be for the better? Sammy's new heart gives her a second chance at life. But has it also stolen her only chance of love?
A Second Harvest (Men of Lancaster County #1)
by Eli EastonDavid Fisher has lived by the rules all his life. Born to a Mennonite family, he obeyed his father and took over the family farm, married, and had two children. Now with both his kids in college and his wife deceased, he runs his farm alone and without joy, counting off the days of a life half-lived. Christie Landon, graphic designer, Manhattanite, and fierce gay party boy, needs a change. Now thirty, he figures it's time to grow up and think about his future. When his best friend overdoses, Christie resolves to take a break from the city. He heads to a small house in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, to rest, recoup, and reflect. But life in the country is boring despite glimpses of the hunky silver fox next door. When Christie's creativity latches on to cooking, he decides to approach his widower neighbor with a plan to share meals and grocery expenses. David agrees, and soon the odd couple finds they really enjoy spending time together. Christie challenges the boundaries of David's closed world and brings out feelings he buried long ago. If he can break free of the past, he might find a second chance at happiness.
Second Heart: The Dragon War\The Monsoon
by Zaide BishopIn this second installment of the Bones of Eden series, a new enemy threatens a fragile union Peace has come to the Elikai and the Varekai, to man and woman, and to the tribe leaders. United as one. For now. Gone is the hope of a world beyond Eden, but gone too is the threat of war that once divided them. The new world brings the promise of family, and happiness they've only dreamed of. But when the force of nature bears down and the safety of the tribes is at risk, alliances shift yet again. With food running short in the face of a coming monsoon, the Varekai leader must make a decision. One that could shatter their newfound harmony. For those who do survive, desperation could inflame the embers of an old war. The Bones of Eden series concludes with Third Wave Don't miss the first in this series, First Fall, available now! This book is approximately 63,000 words
Second Honeymoon
by Laura Abbot"First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes Meg with a baby carriage."Once upon a time, Meg and Scott Harper had it all. But then life got in the way, and they lost sight of what was important. Each other.Now twenty years have passed, and they seem to be just going through the motions. Is it finally time to call it quits? But before they can make that decision, they are confronted with a crisis...one they can only get through together.
Second Honeymoon
by Sandra FieldSignificant OthersThe runaway wife!Troy Donovan had struggled hard to get his life back together, only to realize that the best part of it had walked out the door a year before. He needed his wife back or out of his system for good. So he had tracked Lucy down and issued an ultimatum: "Either we live together as husband and wife or I want a divorce!"Unfortunately, Lucy was far from pleased to see him. She had turned her back on love-it hurt too much. It was hardly an invitation for a second honeymoon but Troy was determined to get what he wanted-even if it meant wooing his own wife....The passionate sequel to Beyond Reach!
The Second Husband
by Louise CandlishA mesmerising psychological drama about desire and betrayal from the bestselling author of Our House.'Moving and thought-provoking' Daily Mail'Superbly crafted' Elle Be careful who you let into your heart - and your home When Davis Calder moves in next door to Kate Easton and her two children, no one has any idea of the devastation about to be unleashed. With Kate struggling to accept her teenage daughter Roxy's independence and with tensions between Kate and her ex-husband Alistair still very much alive, there's enough family drama to go around already.Before they know it, clever, charismatic Davis is the only one who seems able to keep the peace. Soon Kate has fallen in love and agreed to be his wife. At last she can come to terms with the betrayals of her first marriage. At last she dares hope she has the happy ending she deserves . . .Praise for Louise Candlish'Twists the knife right up to the very final page' Ruth Ware'Addictive, twisty and oh so terrifyingly possible' Clare Mackintosh'Terrifically twisty . . . hooks from the first page' Sunday Times'Louise Candlish is a great writer; she inhaled me into her nightmarish world where everything we think we know is ripped from under our feet' Fiona Barton'Keeps you guessing to the end - and beyond' Stylist'Candlish's writing draws you in immediately' Heat'A nail-biter until the very last pages' Daily Express'Tense, twisty and completely addictive, will keep you guessing right until the end' Good Housekeeping'A master of her craft' Rosamund Lupton
The Second Husband
by Louise CandlishA mesmerising psychological drama about desire and betrayal from the bestselling author of Our House.'Moving and thought-provoking' Daily Mail'Superbly crafted' Elle Be careful who you let into your heart - and your home When Davis Calder moves in next door to Kate Easton and her two children, no one has any idea of the devastation about to be unleashed. With Kate struggling to accept her teenage daughter Roxy's independence and with tensions between Kate and her ex-husband Alistair still very much alive, there's enough family drama to go around already.Before they know it, clever, charismatic Davis is the only one who seems able to keep the peace. Soon Kate has fallen in love and agreed to be his wife. At last she can come to terms with the betrayals of her first marriage. At last she dares hope she has the happy ending she deserves . . .Praise for Louise Candlish'Twists the knife right up to the very final page' Ruth Ware'Addictive, twisty and oh so terrifyingly possible' Clare Mackintosh'Terrifically twisty . . . hooks from the first page' Sunday Times'Louise Candlish is a great writer; she inhaled me into her nightmarish world where everything we think we know is ripped from under our feet' Fiona Barton'Keeps you guessing to the end - and beyond' Stylist'Candlish's writing draws you in immediately' Heat'A nail-biter until the very last pages' Daily Express'Tense, twisty and completely addictive, will keep you guessing right until the end' Good Housekeeping'A master of her craft' Rosamund Lupton
The Second Lie
by Anna RichlandA businesswoman desperate to achieve her dream.Wineseller Christina Alvarez Mancini told one little lie--to reassure wealthy clients, she invented a suave British boss. With her ultimate dream, a winery of her own, close to becoming reality, she can't allow irregularities at a high-end wine auction to jeopardize her reputation.A conman in love with a good plan.Stig needs money, fast. An immortal Viking thief who discovered the perfect role as a fictional wine merchant, he's days away from the big payoff. Even if the California woman who created his character realizes a real person is conducting business in London, he'll disappear. That's what he does best.Secrets that turn deadly.Stig has success in his sights when Christina walks into his auction preview, ready to ruin his plan. Experience tells Stig to cut and run; a thousand years of boredom compel him to flirt. And when deadly Vikings from Stig's past crash the party, Christina and Stig are forced to cooperate in order to escape. Yet everywhere they flee, it's these two rivals' own lies that set the greatest traps...Book two of The Immortal Vikings100,000 words
The Second Life of Amy Archer: a dark psychological thriller with an unforgettable twist
by R.S. PatemanTen years ago she disappeared without a trace... now she's back.On 31st December 1999, ten-year-old Amy Archer went missing from her local playground. Her body was never found and the lives of her parents, Beth and Brian, were torn apart.On the 10th anniversary of the disappearance, Beth is alone, still struggling with the enormity of her grief and the horror of not knowing the fate of her only child. But the fear and confusion have only just begun, and Beth's world is turned upside down when a stranger knocks on her door, claiming to know what happened to Amy. Beth is introduced to a little girl who is the uncanny double of her missing daughter, who knows things that only Amy would remember: the name of her favourite toy, the place where she scratched her initials, what Beth likes for breakfast. But this can't be Amy, she hasn't aged a day...Now Beth is forced to question everything she has ever believed in, and push her faith and her sanity to the limits, if she is to find out the truth about what happened to Amy.Read by Clare Corbett(p) 2014 Orion Publishing Group
The Second Love of My Life
by Victoria Walters*AN AMAZON RISING STAR*Victoria Walters' debut novel is a powerful tale of love, grief and survival, perfect for fans of Cecelia Ahern, Lucy Dillon and Miranda Dickinson. 'Brilliant and superior women's fiction' HeatIn the Cornish town of Talting, everyone is famous for something.Until recently Rose was known for many things: her infectious positivity; her unique artistic talent; and her devotion to childhood sweetheart Lucas.But two years ago that changed in one unthinkable moment. Now, Rose is known for being the young woman who became a widow aged just twenty-four.Though Rose knows that life must go on, the thought of carving out a new future for herself is one she can barely entertain. Until a newcomer, Robert, arrives in Talting for the summer...Can Rose allow herself the chance to love again?Get lost in Victoria Walters' immensely touching debut novel, and discover a world that will capture your imagination and heart.Readers are falling in love with THE SECOND LOVE OF MY LIFE:'A beautiful story - full of heart' Giovanna Fletcher'An emotional read' Daily Mail'A wonderful love story' Heat'A sobtastic story' Red Online'Just darn brilliant' Look 'Brilliant and superior women's fiction' Heat'A moving debut' Sun'A well-written, heart-wrenching read' Best'Heartbreaking and heart-awakening' Lisa Dickenson*New Magazine BOOK OF THE WEEK*
The Second Love of My Life
by Victoria Walters*AN AMAZON RISING STAR*Victoria Walters' debut novel is a powerful tale of love, grief and survival, perfect for fans of Cecelia Ahern, Lucy Dillon and Miranda Dickinson. 'Brilliant and superior women's fiction' HeatIn the Cornish town of Talting, everyone is famous for something.Until recently Rose was known for many things: her infectious positivity; her unique artistic talent; and her devotion to childhood sweetheart Lucas.But two years ago that changed in one unthinkable moment. Now, Rose is known for being the young woman who became a widow aged just twenty-four.Though Rose knows that life must go on, the thought of carving out a new future for herself is one she can barely entertain. Until a newcomer, Robert, arrives in Talting for the summer...Can Rose allow herself the chance to love again?Get lost in Victoria Walters' immensely touching debut novel, and discover a world that will capture your imagination and heart.Readers are falling in love with THE SECOND LOVE OF MY LIFE:'A beautiful story - full of heart' Giovanna Fletcher'An emotional read' Daily Mail'A wonderful love story' Heat'A sobtastic story' Red Online'Just darn brilliant' Look 'Brilliant and superior women's fiction' Heat'A moving debut' Sun'A well-written, heart-wrenching read' Best'Heartbreaking and heart-awakening' Lisa Dickenson*New Magazine BOOK OF THE WEEK*
Second Lover: A Captivating Medical Romance (Medical Romances #13)
by Gill SandersonAnother heartwarming medical romance from best-selling author Gill Sanderson! Perfect for fans of Mia Faye, Laura Scott, Helen Scott Taylor, Grey's Anatomy and ER.Readers ADORE Gill's gripping medical romances!'Remarkable writer!!' 5* author review 'A truly wonderful writer' 5* author review 'I find all of Gill Sanderson's books very readable and enjoy the escapism they give me' 5* author review 'A truly gifted writer with an enormous amount of talent and sensitivity' 5* author review Happiness is within their reach, they know it.But will an unexpected danger tear them apart before she can love again?For Dr Lyn Webster, her move to London is exactly what she needs.After the traumatic death of her fiancé, Gavin, she's ready to concentrate on her work - until her handsome boss Dr Ross McKinnon shows an interest in her. She's devastatingly attracted to him, but he's too similar to Gavin to let herself get close to him; Ross is an adventurer - he wants to work in foreign countries, climb mountains, and sail through rough seas. All Lyn wants is a regular job, a house in the suburbs, and a husband who comes home every night.Don't miss Gill Sanderson's enthralling medical romances, including the A Lakeland Practice and the Good, Bad and Ugly series.
Second Marriage (Husbands And Wives Ser. #2)
by Helen BrooksThe second Mrs. BelliniClaire would make some man the perfect wife-everyone said so. But after being jilted by her fiancé, she wasn't sure she believed in love anymore. Until she saw her best friend reunited with the husband she thought she'd lost forever-and Claire's faith in romance was restored.Staying with the happy couple, it seemed like fate when she met their closest friend, Romano Bellini. He was beautiful, and for a fleeting moment Claire wondered if.... But Romano had been married before and didn't want his life complicated by a second wife. Curious, then, that the subject of marriage just kept coming up!HUSBANDS & WIVESSometimes the perfect marriage is worth waiting for!
Second Marriage
by Denise RobinsKatherine Green dreads telling her children of her plans to marry Robert Tracy. But even she never expected that they would respond with such bitterness. They do not realise how lonely she has been, nor do they see the cruelty of their own bitter resentment... Desperate to end her lonely widowhood, can Katherine reconcile her devotion to her children with her newly awakened love for Robert?
Second Marriage
by Denise RobinsKatherine Green dreads telling her children of her plans to marry Robert Tracy. But even she never expected that they would respond with such bitterness. They do not realise how lonely she has been, nor do they see the cruelty of their own bitter resentment... Desperate to end her lonely widowhood, can Katherine reconcile her devotion to her children with her newly awakened love for Robert?
Second Marriage: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by San YueYouYuAt her ex-husband's funeral, she had been pressed to the cold tombstone by this man. His power and influence were overflowing, and he was the hallmark of the famous merchants of A city. He was noble and reserved with every raise of his hand, but his gaze towards her was as sinister as a viper's, terrifying to the point of making one tremble. "Madam Si, how have you been?""It's Madame Bo."The man smiled sinisterly as he wrapped her in his arms with his large, wrought-iron palm. "Don't you know who you're married to?"She shivered under the cold touch, but he took a step closer. "Since you have a bad memory, I can help you remember."… ….He was the ex-husband of the violent heart.It was a sinister and cold lover.As long as he was happy, he could still be a gentle and lovable husband, spoiling her to the bone.She was trapped in his complex, changeable identity, unable to make sense of what was going on. Years later, he took her hand, trembling, and kissed it. "I want to do it again," he said.However, she had long since turned away from him and sent him to court.When they said their goodbyes, it was like nothing had happened: "Mr. Bo, do you want to see me off?"What do you have to ask me to love you for the rest of my life?