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Stained
by Chris T. KatBlair Clark has reached his breaking point. Forced to leave one job because of sexual harassment, he's having difficulty finding another. Since no one believes what happened, Blair's left with a stain on his employment record that he can't get rid of. He's had to move back home with his mother. As if that's not bad enough, he realizes his crush, Travis, is simply using him. His romantic life looks as hopeless as his job search. Jack Ross is sure he'll never find anyone who'll love him for who he is. All anyone sees is the port-wine stain on his left cheek--not the man behind it. Even his mother thinks he should get rid of it. But the procedure is difficult and painful. When Blair applies for a secretarial position with Jack's firm, both men learn that beauty is, indeed, in the eye of the beholder. It'll take a lot of trust to chase away their insecurities, but if they take a chance on one another, love will find a way.
Stained Hearts (Links In the Chain #3)
by Parker WilliamsA Links In the Chain StoryCan two hearts stained by past pain find healing together? Tom Kotke held his husband of twenty-five years on the day he died and spent nearly a year adrift. Determined to force Tom back into the world, his family takes him to the Park View Diner, where he meets young stained-glass artist Aiden Dawson. For a brief moment, Tom doesn’t think about his deceased husband—a terrifying prospect. Slowly, Aiden draws Tom out of his shell and helps him feel alive once more. But Tom isn’t the only one who has suffered. Aiden fears no one sees beyond his wheelchair. Even if Tom can convince him he’s different, they’ll still have to overcome their age difference and a secret that could destroy their future together.
Stainless: A Modern Romance
by Todd GrimsonResurrecting a horrifying and romantic narrative that broke fresh ground for its genre, this newly rereleased novel sets a vampire story in contemporary Los Angeles—the pleasure dome of late 1990s sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll culture. Unlike the vampires that came before her, Justine does not shun crosses, she watches horror movies on television, and she sets upon her prey in an almost apologetic way, never killing her victims but leaving them unconscious instead. She soon finds herself entwined in a very human sexual relationship with Keith, a down-on-his-luck rock guitarist whose hands have recently been mangled by a gang of drug dealers. Justine nurtures Keith out of his depression and drug addiction as he in turn becomes her lover and accomplice in her nocturnal predations. The relationship between the undead and the living is realistically and tragically portrayed as Keith acts both as Justine’s enabler and unwitting nemesis and, in this classic role reversal, ends up having to destroy the one he loves in order to save her.
Stainless Steal Hearts
by Harry Lee Kraus Jr.Promising surgical resident, Matt Stone, uncovers a secret so big it could ruin his medical career forever! When he finds out that chief surgeon Dr. Michael Simons and local abortionist are 'stealing' the hearts of aborted fetuses and giving them to infants with congenital heart problems, he has to make the most difficult decision of his life...
Stairs to the Roof
by Tennessee Williams Allean HaleA play produced only twice in the 1940s and now published for the first time reveals that Tennessee Williams anticipated the themes of Star Trek by decades. Sixty years ago a young Tennessee Williams wrote a play looking toward the year 2001. Stairs to the Roof is a rare and different Williams' work: a love story, a comedy, an experiment in meta-theater, with a touch of early science fiction. Tennessee Williams called Stairs to the Roof "a prayer for the wild of heart who are kept in cages" and dedicated it to "all the little wage earners of the world." It reflects the would-be poet's "season in hell" during the Depression when he had to quit college to type orders eight hours a day at the International Shoe Factory in St. Louis. Stairs is Williams' revenge, expressed through his alter ego, Benjamin Murphy, the clerk who stages a one-man rebellion against the clock, the monotony of his eight-to-five job, and all the dehumanizing forces of an increasingly mechanized and commercial society. Ben's swift-moving series of fantastic adventures culminate in an escape from the ordinary that is an endorsement of the American dream. In 1941 with the world at war and civilization in danger of collapse, Williams dared to imagine a utopian future as Ben leads us up his stairs towards the Millennium. Stairs to the Roof was produced only twice, once at the Playbox in Pasadena, California, in 1945, and subsequently at the Pasadena Playhouse in 1947. Now, in an edition meticulously prepared by noted Williams scholar Allean Hale, Williams fans can share this play of youthful optimism.
Stakes and Stilettos (Immortality Bites #4)
by Michelle RowenNewly vamped Sarah Dearly wants her normal life back, but fate is fighting against her. She tries to get a regular job and gets staked in the interview, only to be rescued by a masked vampire who calls himself the Red Devil. Then a wallflower-turned-witch curses her, making her a bloodthirsty, sun-allergic nightwalker--the worst vampire there is. As if all that weren't enough, she can't get married because her 600-year-old boyfriend, Thierry, is in a centuries-long marriage of convenience he can't escape. As Sarah's nightwalker tendencies make her more dangerous, even to those she loves, she'll have to counteract that curse, unmask the increasingly intriguing Red Devil, and get a commitment from her man. But if that's what it takes to secure her happiness, Sarah is ready...even if it means embracing her inner vamp to do it.
The Stakes of Faking It: A fake relationship romance (Brooklyn Nights #3)
by Joanne RockWill a fake engagement be the role of a lifetime? Find out in the conclusion of Joanne Rock&’s Brooklyn Nights trilogy.She&’s spent eight years running from her past.And now he&’s found her. Chase Serrano once meant everything to actress Tana Blackstone. He was her first lover—and the last man she&’d destroyed. She honestly never expected to see him again. But now Chase has shown up on her Brooklyn doorstep, wanting payback for the pain her family caused his. How can she refuse the chance for redemption? Posing as his fiancée for one weekend seems simple enough. But has the powerful businessman concocted a devious plan for revenge…with Tana&’s heart at stake?From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.Love triumphs in these uplifting romances, part of the Brooklyn Nights series: Book 1: A Nine-Month TemptationBook 2: Ways to Tempt the BossBook 3: The Stakes of Faking It
Stakes & Stilettos: An Immortality Bites Novel (IMMORTALITY BITES)
by Michelle Rowen'My name is Sarah Dearly. Fledgling vampire and part-time bartender, at your service. Welcome to my highly disfunctional life.'Newly-vamped Sarah Dearly wants her normal life back, but fate is fighting against her. She tries to get a nice, regular job - and gets staked at the interview, only to be rescued by a masked vampire who calls himself the Red Devil. Then a wallflower-turned-witch curses her, making her a bloodthirsty, sun-allergic nightwalker - the worst vampire there is. As if all that weren't bad enough, she can't get married because her 600-year-old boyfriend Thierry is in a centuries-long marriage of convenience he can't escape.As Sarah's nightwalker tendencies make her more dangerous, even to those she loves, she'll have to counteract that curse, unmask the increasingly intriguing Red Devil, and - oh yeah - get a commitment from her man. But if that's what it takes to secure her happiness, Sarah is ready ... even if it means embracing her inner vamp to do it.
Staking a Claim: A Western, twin switch romance (Texas Cattleman's Club: Ranchers and Rivals #1)
by Janice MaynardFalling for the wrong twin never felt so right in the first installment of Texas Cattleman&’s Club: Ranchers and Rivals by USA TODAY bestselling author Janice Maynard. It&’s a Lone Star matchmaking twin swap! As a favor to his identical twin, Joshua Banks agrees to pose as his brother. The switch is supposed to last for just one &“date&” with Layla Grandin, their childhood friend. But dinner soon leads to much, much more. Trust is everything to Layla—she&’s been burned before and secrets are destroying her ranching family. If Joshua stands any chance of staking a claim on relationship-wary Layla, the Texan has to confess so much more than his true identity. And risk losing more than he ever imagined…From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.Love triumphs in this uplifting romance, part of the Texas Cattleman's Club: Ranchers and Rivals series: Book 1: Staking a Claim by Janice MaynardBook 2: Boyfriend Lessons by Sophia Singh SassonBook 3: On Opposite Sides by Cat SchieldBook 4: Rivalry at Play by Nadine Gonzalez
Staking Claim (Wolf Ranch #3)
by Lia DavisOn the run from his past and hoping for a fresh start, lone wolf Noah Ramos takes a job as the Kelmount Ranch manager only to discover that the Alpha's sister, sweet and sassy Bailey, is his fated mate.Bailey Kelmount is hesitant to get involved with a new hire whose shadowy past is as mysterious as he is handsome. But the guiding hand of fate is irresistible, and Bailey has no choice but to slowly give Noah a chance. As Noah and Bailey's love blossoms, the power of their mutual attraction begins to burn hot. But Noah's past isn't as far behind him, and it isn't long before his ex-girlfriend arrives at the ranch, determined to win him back. Ruthless and cunning, she'll stop at nothing to get rid of Bailey and reclaim Noah for herself, even if it means putting the entire ranch in danger. With lives and love on the line, Noah must free himself from his ex's deadly scheme and unite with Bailey once and for all. Can he convince his fated mate that theirs is a love worth fighting for?
Staking Claim
by Madison ScottFor Gabrielle, relationships are for ending. No man has ever gotten past more than a few dates. She has neither the time nor inclination for anything more. Her best friend Jake thinks she's just waiting for the right man, and after her latest breakup, is determined to prove the right man is him!Workaholic Gabrielle Ellis never lets her relationships make it past a couple dates. The sooner she can ditch them, the less chance they might leave her. Of course, she never picks the kind of guys she'd want anything long term with anyway... After a night out celebrating, yet another escape from her jackass of the week, and her upcoming move, she wakes up in her best friend's truck in the middle of nowhere.According to Jake Marshal, she dumps every guy she dates for one reason--they're not him. He promises her, if she'll just let go and allow herself to feel, she'll know she belongs in his bed, forever. Jake, consummate bachelor and participant in her hidden fantasies, wants to stake his claim. On her. As much as she wants him, she's scared, too. After one touch, Gabrielle knows she doesn't stand a chance because Jake always gets what he wants. But just maybe, she's been his all along.Content Notes: Outdoor sex, masturbation, toy play and a lot of sexy lovin'
Staking His Claim
by Tessa RadleyWhen her flaky sister abruptly backs out of their surrogacy agreement, Ella McLeod is left with a newborn she's in no position to care for. She'll have to give the baby up for adoption. Enter Yevgeny Volkovoy-her sister's bossy billionaire brother-in-law.Yevgeny won't let a Volkovoy be raised by strangers; he wants custody now. How can Ella be so cold as to deny him? Even worse-why does this woman warm his steely heart? He may be staking his claim on the baby, but Ella may stake a counterclaim on his bachelorhood.
Staking His Claim
by Karen TempletonDawn Gardner had left behind her life in tiny Haven, Oklahoma, for the greener pastures of New York City years ago-or so she thought. But something kept pulling her back. Could that something be handsome horse breeder Cal Logan? Dawn thought they were through-but since her last visit, two months ago, had left her with a little more than memories, it looked as if her life and Cal's were going to be tied together even more permanently....Which was fine with Cal-because it was clear to him from the start that he and Dawn were made for each other. Still, could he convince the stubborn but sexy "big-city" girl that home was where the heart was? His heart. Her heart. And their unborn baby's...
Staking His Life (2010 Daily Dose - Midsummer's Nightmare)
by Kiernan KellySeth is a relatively new vampire trying desperately to fit into the human world. He didn't ask to be turned; he actually wishes he'd never laid eyes on Valerian, his sire. When Valerian surfaces unexpectedly at the local watering hole, Seth shoots down his advances, but the experience leaves Seth a nervous wreck. Vulnerable, his feelings and attraction for his hot werewolf roommate Mark explode in a night of passion, and Seth realizes they have more going for them than just being roommates. But Valerian refuses to be ignored, and Seth will have to face what he has become to save Mark and banish Valerian forever.A part of the 2010 Daily Dose Set, Midsummer's Nightmare, which includes 30 M/M stories of supernatural romance that may feature an edge of suspense and heart-pounding fear; a taste of the paranormal worlds of ghosts, vampires, and werewolves; and even the stuff of nightmares and dreamscapes.
Stalemate (Eve Duncan #7)
by Iris JohansenEve Duncan has turned down the job twice already. Her skill and devotion in identifying murder victims and helping bring their killers to justice may be world-renowned. But Eve works exclusively for law enforcement and the families of the innocent, and the man on the other end of the phone is many things—none of them law-abiding or innocent.One of the world’s most wanted men, little is really known about Luis Montalvo except that he is extraordinarily dangerous and that he never takes no for an answer. Now he wants Eve’s help in the worst way. For he believes they have something in common—and he’s about to prove it with a grisly warning.Eve will leave everything and everyone behind, even the man she trusts and loves the most, Atlanta detective Joe Quinn, to travel to Montalvo’s luxurious armed compound in the Colombian jungle to identify the skull he has recovered. She has agreed to this devil’s bargain to save an innocent family, but also for a reason she can’t admit to Joe, to the CIA, to anyone. For the man in the jungle has promised to be able to give Eve what she wants most of all—the key to unlocking the darkest and most painful mystery of her past.But Eve is in more danger than she can imagine. As she gets closer to identifying the skull, she finds herself caught between two ruthless killers with no way out. Now, with everything on the line, Eve Duncan must make the most chilling choice of all. And if she’s wrong…she’s dead.
Stalk the Darkness (Guardians of Eternity)
by Alexandra IvyIn New York Times bestselling author Alexandra Ivy&’s thrilling new romance, a vicious evil stalks two Guardians of Eternity, waiting to attack where they never expected . . . Becoming a vampire nearly killed Satin. After decades in hiding to reach fighting strength, she swore never to be weak again. Instead, she flings herself into the joys of life. Like &“combat practice&” with Marco, the owner of the wildest club outside of Chicago. Getting a workout with the sizzling Were is the ultimate no-strings-attached pleasure. Until a chaos-strewing demon leaves Satin with an impossible, infuriating diagnosis: Vampires don&’t get pregnant. Marco prides himself on being the perfect Were—strong, savage, and barely housetrained. But with Satin gone on her mysterious quest, he&’s compelled to follow. This raven-haired warrior might be his mate for all eternity. But a dark presence hovers around her. If Marco and Satin can&’t solve its riddle in time, there won&’t be any future to worry about . . .
Stalked: A Thrilling Suspense Novel (Omega Sector: Critical Response #6)
by Janie CrouchA woman being stalked by an unknown assailant must rely on the undercover agent sworn to keep her safe in this heart-stopping tale from USA TODAY bestselling author Janie Crouch! Originally published as Battle Tested.Everywhere she goes, Rosalyn Mellinger has eyes on her. Meeting Steve Drackett on vacation only scares her more. Another person to be hurt by her stalker. But Rosalyn has no idea Steve is part of Omega Sector—literally no one better to protect her. Steve has years of experience, and while the Watcher preys upon Rosalyn, Steve is determined to beat him at his own game.
Stalked
by Susanna HaysYori Tanaka lives with crippling anxiety, knowing he carries the "Beast Syndrome" gene yet still unsure what activates it. Thankfully, his boyfriend, Bryce Green, is down to earth and has been more than patient and supportive for the last five years. But their lives are about to change. When Lance Haney, an old friend, rolls into town, Yori is excited to see him at first--until Yori learns Lance's motives. Full of malice and bad intentions, Lance plans to activate Yori's "Beast Syndrome" gene, and Yori's greatest fear is about to become a reality.
Stalked (The Profiler)
by Elizabeth HeiterIf you're reading this, I'm already dead... That's the note seventeen-year-old Haley Cooke leaves behind when she disappears from inside her high school. FBI profiler Evelyn Baine is called in to figure out who had reason to hurt her. On the surface, the popular cheerleader has no enemies, but as Evelyn digs deeper, she discovers that everyone close to Haley has something to hide. Everyone from estranged parents, to an older boyfriend with questionable connections, to a best friend who envies Haley's life. Secrets can be deadly... One of those secrets may have gotten Haley killed. If she's still alive, Evelyn knows that the more the investigation ramps up, the more pressure they could be putting on Haley's kidnapper to make her disappear for good. It's also possible the teenager isn't in danger at all, but has skillfully manipulated everyone and staged her own disappearance. Only one thing is certain: uncovering Haley's fate could be dangerous-even deadly-to Evelyn herself.
Stalked
by Beverly LongA bodyguard faces his toughest-and his most attractive-challenge yet in Beverly Long's latest The Men from Crow Hollow book Bodyguard Mack McCann gave up on his quiet life in Colorado to protect a tabloid darling. Hope Minnow had been marked for death-unless Mack had his way. He'd stick by her side to make sure she didn't stray too far, though Hope had learned long ago how to give unwanted suitors the slip. But what secrets was she trying to hide? Mack was smart enough not to believe everything the public said about Hope, but she sure didn't like being under his scrutiny. He had to take control of the situation somehow. And with an admirer watching and waiting for the perfect opportunity to give Hope the kiss of death, he had to do it soon.
Stalked by Secrets (To Serve and Seduce #4)
by Deborah Fletcher MelloIf she wants to know his secrets…This time it could be fatal.Journalist Neema Kamau will risk anything to uncover the truth. She’ll even get close to politician Davis Black in order to investigate his possible organized crime connections. But when her professional interest turns personal, Neema knows that she risks losing the story—and the man—if she tells Davis the truth. And the stalker who’s circling them both might rob her of the chance to make things right…From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.To Serve and SeduceBook 1: Seduced by the BadgeBook 2: Tempted by the BadgeBook 3: Reunited by the BadgeBook 4: Stalked by Secrets
Stalked in Conard County (Conard County: The Next Generation #43)
by Rachel LeeShe thought she had nothing to fear……until she returned to Wyoming.The shock of seeing a peeping Tom at her window revives nurse Haley McKinsey’s worst nightmare: her childhood abduction. Did this voyeur kidnap her so long ago? But only her childhood friend Roger McLeod believes her suspicion. After several harrowing attempts on her life, Haley accepts the cowboy’s protection. And as their bond begins to turn into something more, a shadow from her past tries to silence her for good.
Stalked in Silver Valley (Silver Valley P.D. #9)
by Geri KrotowHunting a ruthless enemy, revisiting her darkest fearsForced marriage to a Russian gangster left Kit Danilenko with PTSD. Now she devotes all her time to taking down organized crime. When Kit is paired with undercover agent Luther Darby on a covert mission, she&’s wary of the attraction simmering between them. Their work requires trust, though, and Kit and Luther forge a connection—fragile and tentative, but unlike anything she&’s ever known. Can it withstand the haunting threats of mobsters on their trail?From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Silver Valley P.D. series:Book 1: Her Christmas ProtectorBook 2: Wedding TakedownBook 3: Her Secret Christmas AgentBook 4: Secret Agent Under FireBook 5: The Fugitive''s Secret ChildBook 6: Reunion Under FireBook 7: Snowbound with the Secret AgentBook 8: Incognito ExBook 9: Stalked in Silver Valley
Stalked in the Night
by Carla CassidyReunited with the father of her secret child, a widow in danger accepts his protection in this romantic suspense from a New York Times bestseller.Can a man from her past help her confront a new threat?The target of a brutal criminal, Eva Martin is determined to defend her son and her ranch. Jake Albright is a complication she doesn’t need—especially since he doesn’t know about their child. Even though he’s been gone for ten years, Jake realizes the moment he sees Eva that he never stopped wanting her. As danger escalates and a shared desire grows, can Eva hold on to the family she’s just regained?
The Stalker: A nail-bitingly tense thriller that will have you looking over your shoulder until the final shocking twist
by Kate Rhodes&‘Chillingly compelling and expertly assembled. An immersive piece of thriller writing of the sort late-night-reading binges are made of&’ B. P. WALTER &‘Dark, intense, and expertly crafted. Kate Rhodes delivers exactly what I look for in a gripping thriller&’ RACHEL ABBOTT She thinks she understand stalkers. Until she becomes a target . . . Elly is an expert in stalking – an academic at Cambridge University and a popular media pundit. She knows the subject intimately: what motivates a stalker, how they behave, how to rehabilitate them. But now it&’s personal. Someone is following her, making silent phone calls and sending her ominous notes. The message is always the same – me or you. Elly can&’t trust anyone – not her family, her friends or her colleagues. She knows that her stalker must be someone close to her. And when they suddenly turn violent, she realizes she&’s running out of time to find out who it is. Because it looks like only one of them will survive.A terrifying cat-and-mouse chase, told from the perspective of the stalker and the stalked – a roller-coaster ride with an ending you won&’t see coming. &‘Terrifying and tense, as unpredictable as it is compelling' LESLEY KARA &‘A classy, edge-of-the-seat thriller which will keep you guessing throughout!&’ B.A. PARIS &‘Pacy, tense and unsettling . . . Kate keeps you guessing until the end, then hits you with a chapter that will stay with you long after you close the book&’ MARI HANNAH &‘Stylish and atmospheric, with a final page that is sure to chill your bones. Loved it&’ CAZ FREAR 'The tension never lets up. Just when you think you&’ve unravelled the mystery, Rhodes masterfully delivers a twist that leaves you breathless&’ JO JAKEMAN 'A bloody good read. Tense and intense' KATE EVANS &‘Pacy and chilling. I binged it&’ EMMA BAMFORD &‘Kate Rhodes always delivers an entertaining read but this standalone novel really packs a punch&’ RUSS THOMAS &‘Gripping . . . I just couldn't put this down&’ SIMON McCLEAVE 'A creepy slow-burn of a thriller – one that will have you looking over your own shoulder as you read late into the night&’ SARAH PEKKANEN &‘Superb plotting. The very best in psychological crime writing&’ JANE ISAAC 'Tense and terrifying - no one is above suspicion in this masterpiece of literary manipulation' ANNE COATES &‘Deliciously addictive&’ ISABEL ASHDOWN &‘Irresistible&’ CRIME TIME &‘Terrifying&’ CRIME MONTHLY