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The May Bride
by Suzannah DunnI didn't stand a chance: looking back over thirteen years, that's what I see. In the very first instant, I was won over, and of course I was: I was fifteen and had been nowhere and done nothing, whereas Katherine was twenty-one and yellow-silk-clad and just married to the golden boy...Jane Seymour is a shy, dutiful fifteen-year-old when her eldest brother, Edward, brings his bride home to Wolf Hall. Katherine Filliol is the perfect match for Edward, as well as being a breath of fresh air for the Seymour family, and Jane is captivated by the older girl. Over the course of a long, hot country summer, the two become close friends and allies, while Edward is busy building alliances at court and advancing his career.However, only two years later, the family is torn apart by a dreadful allegation made by Edward against his wife. The repercussions for all the Seymours are incalculable, not least for Katherine herself. When Jane is sent away, to serve Katharine of Aragon, she is forced to witness another wife being put aside, with terrible consequences. Changed forever by what happened to Katherine Filliol, Jane comes to understand that in a world where power is held entirely by men, there is a way in which she can still hold true to herself.
The May Bride
by Suzannah DunnI didn't stand a chance: looking back over thirteen years, that's what I see. In the very first instant, I was won over, and of course I was: I was fifteen and had been nowhere and done nothing, whereas Katherine was twenty-one and yellow-silk-clad and just married to the golden boy...Jane Seymour is a shy, dutiful fifteen-year-old when her eldest brother, Edward, brings his bride home to Wolf Hall. Katherine Filliol is the perfect match for Edward, as well as being a breath of fresh air for the Seymour family, and Jane is captivated by the older girl. Over the course of a long, hot country summer, the two become close friends and allies, while Edward is busy building alliances at court and advancing his career.However, only two years later, the family is torn apart by a dreadful allegation made by Edward against his wife. The repercussions for all the Seymours are incalculable, not least for Katherine herself. When Jane is sent away, to serve Katharine of Aragon, she is forced to witness another wife being put aside, with terrible consequences. Changed forever by what happened to Katherine Filliol, Jane comes to understand that in a world where power is held entirely by men, there is a way in which she can still hold true to herself.
The Mayfair Affair (The Rannoch Fraser Mysteries #9)
by Tracy GrantA Malcolm & Suzanne Rannoch MysteryIn the elegant environs of Mayfair, Malcolm and Suzanne Rannoch live a seemingly charmed life. Malcolm, a former diplomatic attaché and intelligence agent, is a rising Member of Parliament. Suzanne is fast becoming one of London's most sought hostesses. But even their closest friends don't know that the Rannoch's marriage is still reeling from the revelation that Suzanne was a French spy when she met British agent Malcolm and that she married him to gather information on British plans. Malcolm and Suzanne are hoping for private time to repair their marriage. But their peace is shattered by a late night visit from a Bow Street runner. The powerful Duke of Trenchard has been found murdered in the study of his St. James's Square house. And Laura Dudley, governess to the Rannoch children, was standing over the dying duke.Malcolm and Suzanne are convinced the woman they trusted with their children is not a killer. To prove Laura's innocence, they are drawn into an investigation that will test their wits and the fragile truce between them. But whether or not she murdered the Duke of Trenchard, Laura Dudley is certainly not what she seemed. Revelations about her identity cut dangerously close to Suzanne's own past. Malcolm and Suzanne realize more is at stake than Laura's life and liberty. The investigation into the Duke of Trenchard's murder will either prove the resilience of their bond-or snap it in two."Shimmers like the finest salons in Vienna." --Deborah Crombie"Meticulous, delightful, and full of surprises." --Tasha Alexander"Glittering balls, deadly intrigue, sexual scandals. . .the next best thing to actually being there!"--Lauren Willig"A superb storyteller."--Deanna Raybourn
The Mayfair Mistletoe Plot (The Rannoch Fraser Mysteries #26)
by Tracy GrantIt is a truth universally acknowledged that the life of a former spy cannot remain quiet for long.London, December 1820. Former spies Malcolm and Mélanie Rannoch are hosting a small party and looking forward to an intrigue-free holiday season when their friend, Thomas Thornsby, turns up dripping wet on the doorstep of their Berkeley Square house.Not only is Thomas clearly overwrought, his arrival is particularly awkward. Thomas is newly betrothed to an heiress. Edith Simmons, the woman he wished to marry — if not for lack of fortune — is one of the Rannochs’ guests that evening. But Thomas says he had no one else to turn to. His fiancée, the decorous Marianne Schofield, has vanished without a trace from a Mayfair holiday ball.Always willing to help a friend, the Rannochs don evening attire and join the elegant gathering. Amidst the holiday revelry they find that Thomas's seemingly perfect betrothed has secrets of her own. As they uncover layers of mystery, Mélanie and Malcolm realize some of the plots being hatched beneath the mistletoe may prove deadly.
The Mayor of Casterbridge
by Thomas HardyThe Mayor of Casterbridge tells the story of Michael Henchard, a young man who, in a moment of drunken rage, auctions off his wife and young daughter at a country fair. In his sober regret, he swears to abstain from alcohol for twenty-one years. He goes on to be successful, as the Mayor of the fictional town of Casterbridge, but he is disliked, still retaining the impulsive, violent temper that led to the loss of his family. His secrets and lies eventually ensnare him and his downfall allows for author Thomas Hardy's thematic exploration of responsibility, character, and the inevitable revelation of truth.
The Mayor of Casterbridge
by Thomas HardyThe Mayor of Casterbridge tells the story of Michael Henchard, a young man who, in a moment of drunken rage, auctions off his wife and young daughter at a country fair. In his sober regret, he swears to abstain from alcohol for twenty-one years. He goes on to be successful, as the Mayor of the fictional town of Casterbridge, but he is disliked, still retaining the impulsive, violent temper that led to the loss of his family. His secrets and lies eventually ensnare him and his downfall allows for author Thomas Hardy's thematic exploration of responsibility, character, and the inevitable revelation of truth.
The Mayor's Baby Surprise: A Clean Romance (Butterfly Harbor Stories #12)
by Anna J. StewartCould a surprise babyLead to a forever family? Ineffective, shortsighted and self-centered—that&’s what top family lawyer Leah Ellis thinks of Gil Hamilton. And that&’s why she&’s vying for his position as mayor of Butterfly Harbor. But when a six-month-old baby is left on Gil&’s doorstep, he turns to her for help. Gil&’s dedication to baby Eli shows Leah she was wrong about her rival. But can he win her vote for a future together?USA TODAY Bestselling AuthorButterfly Harbor StoriesBook 1: The Bad Boy of Butterfly HarborBook 2: Recipe for RedemptionBook 3: A Dad for CharlieBook 4: Always the HeroBook 5: Holiday KissesBook 6: Safe in His ArmsBook 7: The Firefighter's Thanksgiving WishBook 8: A Match Made PerfectBook 9: Bride on the RunBook 10: Building a Surprise FamilyBook 11: Worth the RiskBook 12: The Mayor's Baby Surprise
The Mayor's Secret Fortune: One Night To Remember / The Mayor's Secret Fortune (the Fortunes Of Texas: Rambling Rose) (The Fortunes of Texas: Rambling Rose #3)
by Judy DuarteIf she elects to marry him, will her vote deliver happiness?He asked a simple question.But will she answer yes…or no?It’s too much, too soon. When wealthy contractor Steven Fortune proposes to Ellie Hernandez, the beautiful and principled mayor of Rambling Rose, Texas, no one is more surprised than Ellie herself. Until recently, Steven was practically her enemy! But his offer of a marriage of convenience arrives when the secretly pregnant mayor is at her weakest moment. They can pull off a united front for a short time, can’t they? Surely she won’t fall for another man who insists he isn’t interested in the long haul…USA TODAY Bestselling Author
The Maze (An FBI Thriller #2)
by Catherine CoulterIn this FBI Thriller Special Agent Dillon Savich teams up with new agent Lacey Sherlock in a case that leads them back to the murder of Sherlock's sister seven years ago—and puts both their lives on the line.As the head of the FBI’s Criminal Apprehension Unit, Dillon Savich has developed predictive analogue programs to aid in the capture of serial killers. Enter Lacey Sherlock, a very well-qualified new agent who seems bright and eager and on the up-and-up. But is she really?When there’s a vicious murder in Boston, she’s off like a shot, lying to Savich. When Savich finds out what’s going on, he realizes they’ll all be in deep trouble, maybe even victims themselves, if he and Sherlock don’t find out who murdered her sister seven years before....
The McCaffertys #4: Best-Kept Lies
by Lisa JacksonThe final installment in the story of The McCaffertys. For Randi McCafferty, hiding the identity of her baby boy's father seemed worth risking her life. Investigator Kurt Striker was hell-bent on changing her mind. Convinced that the truth was the only way out of danger, Kurt set about uncovering Randi's guarded past. But that meant confronting his own well-hidden desires. . . including a fierce attraction to the woman he was hired to protect.
The McCaffertys: Matt
by Lisa JacksonThe McCaffertys: MATTMatt has never met a woman who wouldn't succumb to the McCafferty charm. But beautiful Kelly Dillinger, the cop assigned to his sister's hit-and-run case, proves indifferent to his attention. Her all-business attitude pricks his ego...and fires up his blood. The more she resists, the more determined he becomes to break down her defenses. Matt might think that law enforcement is no place for a lady, but he might soon find himself making a plea for passion.
The McCaffertys: Randi
by Lisa JacksonWas hiding the identity of her child's father worth risking her life? Randi McCafferty seemed to believe so, and investigator Kurt Striker was hell-bent on changing her mind. Hired by her well-meaning but overbearing brothers to keep Randi and her son safe, Kurt knew the only way to eliminate the danger was to reveal Randi's darkest secret...any way he could.But in uncovering her guarded past, Kurt was forced to confront his own well-hidden desires: he wanted the very woman he'd been entrusted to protect. Yet Kurt feared having Randi in his bed would leave them both vulnerable to a force neither had ever imagined....
The McCaffertys: Slade
by Lisa JacksonSlade McCafferty had thus far avoided being lassoed by a member of the opposite sex--the confirmed bachelor was too busy raising hell to settle down. Fifteen years ago daredevil Slade had taken wild child Jamie Parsons's innocence--and then broken her heart. But now Jamie was back in town, a lawyer, all confidence and polished professionalism. And seeing her again set off a tidal wave of emotions Slade thought he'd dammed up ages ago. What had happened between them was ancient history. Still, there was something about Jamie that made Slade ache for more. A hell of a lot more...
The McCaffertys: Thorne
by Lisa JacksonTHE PAST IS NEVER TOO FAR BEHIND...When Thorne McCafferty rushes home to the family ranch, he is thinking only about whether his sister Randi will survive the car wreck that has put her in the hospital. He never expects that Randi's E.R. doctor will be Nicole Stevenson.Nicole has never forgotten the teenage passion she shared with Thorne... or the sting of his unexplained rejection. Now she's all grown up-but he still affects her in the very same way. Will they both be able to move beyond their pasts for a second chance at a happy ending?
The McCallum Quintuplets
by Kasey Michaels Mindy Neff Mary Anne Wilson"Great Expectations" by New York Times bestselling author Kasey Michaels: When Madeline Sheppard gets a birthday makeover, will her best friend and secret crush, Ian Russell, finally see her for the woman she is? "Delivered with a Kiss" by Mindy Neff: After sharing a tantalizing kiss with his loyal nurse, can Dr. Zachary Beaumont remain immune to the fierce passion Annabelle Reardon's presence arouses? "And Babies Make Seven" by Mary Anne Wilson: Will a weekend getaway in a secluded cabin rekindle the sparks between new parents Adam and Maggie McCallum?
The McCullagh Inn in Maine (BookShots Flames)
by James Patterson Jen MclaughlinHer second chance at love. . .Chelsea O'Kane escapes to Maine with a gun and fresh bruises. She's ready to begin anew-until she runs into her old flame, Jeremy Holland. As he helps to fix her inn, her heart heals and they rediscover what they once loved about each other. But as the two play house, it starts to seem too good to last. . . .BookShots FlamesOriginal romances presented by JAMES PATTERSONNovels you can devour in a few hoursImpossible to stop reading
The McKenzie Artifact
by Alison Kent"Fast, dangerous, sexy. " --Shannon McKenna Youve been hot and bothered, down and dirty, and deep undercover with the sexy spies of the Smithson Group--Christian Bane, Tripp Shaughnesesy, Julian Samms, and Kelly John Beach. Now, meet Eli McKenzie, a hunky operative who doesnt play by the rule book. . . on anything. . . Episode Five: The McKenzie Artifact Get what you came for with Eli McKenzie, SG-5 Five months ago, SG-5 operative Eli McKenzie was in deep cover in Mexico, infiltrating a Spectra ring that kidnaps young girls and sells them into a life beyond imagining. Not being able to move on the Spectra scum right away was torture for the tough-but-compassionate superspy. But that wasnt the only problem--someone on the inside was slowly poisoning Eli, clouding his judgment and forcing him to make an abrupt trip back to the Smithson Groups headquarters to heal. Now, Elis ready to return. . . with a vengeance. It seems his quick departure left a private investigator named Stella Banks in some hot water. Spectra operatives have nabbed the nosy Stella and are awaiting word on how to handle her disposal. Eli knows the only way to save her life and his is to reveal himself to Stella and get her to trust him. Seeing the way Stella takes care of the frightened girls melts Elis armor, and soon, they find that the best way to survive this brutal assignment is to steal time in each others arms. Its a bliss Elis intent on keeping, no matter what he has to do to protect it. Because Eli McKenzie has unfinished business with Spectra--and with the woman who has renewed his heart--and this is one man who always finishes what he starts. . .
The McKettrick Christmas Collection: An Anthology (McKettrick Women)
by Linda Lael Miller Michelle MajorSometimes it takes a little holiday help to find true love… Don’t miss a single classic story in this collection from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller.Sierra’s HomecomingSierra McKettrick feels like a fraud. She might be moving to her family’s ancestral ranch with her son, but being a McKettrick by blood wasn’t enough to make her fit in. To make matters worse, from the moment she’d met the Triple M’s ranch hand, he’d gotten under Sierra’s skin. With his rugged body and tender compassion, Travis Reid was a temptation she didn’t need or want. But it might be the one temptation she can’t resist…A McKettrick ChristmasLizzie McKettrick is coming home for Christmas…with a suitor who seems a bit too interested in her family’s money. Yet fate has a surprise of its own for Lizzie: Dr. Morgan Shane. When their homebound train is halted by a massive avalanche, injuring and stranding its passengers, the handsome doctor takes charge—with Lizzie by his side. Despite their growing bond, Lizzie and Morgan know that with another avalanche looming and a dwindling food supply, it’s going to be a bleak Christmas Eve. But with a little extra help from a most unexpected source, they just might find their way home to celebrate a McKettrick family Christmas after all.…A Lawman’s ChristmasWhen the town sheriff suddenly dies, Clay McKettrick steps up while also planning to start a ranch and finally settle down. Problem is, the old sheriff has left behind a family that needs his help. He isn’t interested in uprooting Dara Rose and her children, but he is interested in giving her protection, friendship—and passion. And when they say “I do” to a marriage of convenience, the temporary lawman’s Christmas wish is to make Dara Rose his permanent wife….Originally published in 2006, 2008, and 2011
The McKettrick Legend
by Linda Lael MillerSIERRA'S HOMECOMINGWhen she moved to her family's ranch, Sierra McKettrick was disconcerted by its handsome caretaker, Travis Reid. But when her son claimed to see a mysterious boy and an heirloom teapot started popping up unexpectedly, Sierra wondered if their attraction was the least of her worries. In 1919 widowed Hannah McKettrick lived at the ranch with her son and brother-in-law, Doss. Her confused feelings for Doss and her son's health occupied her thoughts. . . until the teapot started disappearing. Are Sierra and Hannah living parallel lives?THE MCKETTRICK WAYMeg McKettrick wants a baby--husband optional. Perfect father material is Brad O'Ballivan, old flame and ranch owner in Stone Creek. Meg wants things her way. . . the McKettrick way. But Brad feels as strongly about the O'Ballivan way. Marriage, babies and a lifetime to share is he wants. Not a single night of passion, an unexpected pregnancy and a woman who won't budge. It's a battle of wills he intends to win. . .
The McKettrick Legend
by Linda Lael MillerNew York Times and USA TODAY bestselling sensation Linda Lael Miller returns with these classic McKettrick tales in one great collection!Sierra's HomecomingWhen she moved to her family's ancestral ranch, single mom Sierra McKettrick was disconcerted by the Triple M's handsome caretaker, Travis Reid. But when her son claimed to see a mysterious boy in the house, and an heirloom teapot started popping up in unexpected places, Sierra wondered if the attraction between her and Travis might be the least of her worries.In 1919 widowed Hannah McKettrick lived at the ranch with her son and her brother-in-law, Doss. Her confused feelings for Doss and her son's health problems occupied all her thoughts...until the family teapot started disappearing. Could Sierra and her ancestor Hannah be living parallel lives?The McKettrick WayMeg McKettrick longs for a baby-husband optional. Perfect father material is gorgeous Brad O'Ballivan, old flame and new owner of his family's ranch in Stone Creek. Meg wants to do things her way...the McKettrick way. But Brad feels just as strongly about the O'Ballivan way....Love, marriage, babies and a lifetime to share-that's what Brad wants. Not a single night of passion, an unexpected pregnancy and a woman who won't budge. For a rugged rodeo cowboy who never gives up, it's a battle of wills he intends to win...and nothing matters more than claiming Meg's wild McKettrick heart.
The McKettrick Legend
by Linda Lael MillerNew York Times and USA TODAY bestselling sensation Linda Lael Miller returns with these classic McKettrick tales in one great collection!Sierra's HomecomingWhen she moved to her family's ancestral ranch, single mom Sierra McKettrick was disconcerted by the Triple M's handsome caretaker, Travis Reid. But when her son claimed to see a mysterious boy in the house, and an heirloom teapot started popping up in unexpected places, Sierra wondered if the attraction between her and Travis might be the least of her worries.In 1919 widowed Hannah McKettrick lived at the ranch with her son and her brother-in-law, Doss. Her confused feelings for Doss and her son's health problems occupied all her thoughts...until the family teapot started disappearing. Could Sierra and her ancestor Hannah be living parallel lives?The McKettrick WayMeg McKettrick longs for a baby-husband optional. Perfect father material is gorgeous Brad O'Ballivan, old flame and new owner of his family's ranch in Stone Creek. Meg wants to do things her way...the McKettrick way. But Brad feels just as strongly about the O'Ballivan way....Love, marriage, babies and a lifetime to share-that's what Brad wants. Not a single night of passion, an unexpected pregnancy and a woman who won't budge. For a rugged rodeo cowboy who never gives up, it's a battle of wills he intends to win...and nothing matters more than claiming Meg's wild McKettrick heart.
The McKettrick Way (McKettrick Series #9)
by Linda Lael Miller#1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller is the queen of Western romance! Revisit the McKettricks of Stone Creek in The McKettrick Way, one of her most popular stories...Meg McKettrick longs for a baby-husband optional. Could Brad O'Ballivan, old flame and new owner of his family's ranch, be that baby's father? Yes, as it turns out, when she finds herself pregnant after a night of passion with him. Meg wants to do things her way. The McKettrick way. And Brad feels just as strongly about the O'Ballivan way... Love, marriage, babies, a lifetime together-that's what Brad wants. And he wants it with Meg!The McKettrick Way. The Western way. The Miller way!
The McKettrick Way: An Anthology (Mckettrick Women Ser. #No. 9)
by B. J. Daniels Linda Lael MillerTHE PRIDE OF THE McKETTRICKS Some things just feel like home. For Meg McKettrick that's the Circle M ranch in Indian Rock, Arizona...and Brad O'Ballivan. She loved the quiet rodeo cowboy once, and she never quite managed to stop, even when he left for bigger and better things. Now they've both returned home and neither can resist picking up where they left off. But what if claiming one home means losing the other? Brad wants it all from Meg-love, marriage, babies, a lifetime of memories at his ranch in Stone Creek. Only she's as stubborn as any of her McKettrick ancestors. She refuses to give up her name or the ranch-it's the McKettrick way. And so begins a battle of wills Brad intends to win...the O'Ballivan way. BONUS BOOK INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Mountain Sheriff by New York Times bestselling author B.J. Daniels Being a small-town mountain sheriff, Mitch Tanner has enough to worry about without adding the pretty Charity Jenkins to the list. But Charity is in trouble, and only Mitch can help her...
The McKettrick Way: Mountain Sheriff (McKettrick Women #No. 9)
by Linda Lael MillerHonor dictated he marry her, but love is what will keep them together… Don’t miss this beloved classic from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller.Undercover agent Gideon Yarbro is renowned for stopping outlaws almost before they commit a crime. But now he must stop a wedding—despite the bride’s resistance. Lydia Fairmont will lose everything if she doesn’t honor her betrothal to a heartless banker. The only loophole is if she marries someone else instead, but to her, one loveless match is the same as another.It’s not good enough for Gideon. Determined to honor his own decade-old promise to help Lydia, he carries her off to Stone Creek and makes her his reluctant wife. Forget a honeymoon for “show”—not with a vengeful ex-fiancé on their trail and a hired gun on the loose. But there just might be hope for the marriage…and two hearts meant for each other.Originally published in 2007
The McKettrick Way: Mountain Sheriff (Mckettrick Women Ser. #2)
by Linda Lael MillerA baby on her terms The McKettrick Way by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Linda Lael Miller Meg McKettrick longs for a baby—husband optional. Perfect father material is gorgeous Brad O&’Ballivan, an old flame and the new owner of his family&’s ranch in Stone Creek. But Meg—as strong, proud and stubborn as her ancestors from Indian Rock&’s Triple M ranch—wants to do things her way…the McKettrick way. And Brad feels just as strongly about the O&’Ballivan way! FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! A Baby and a Betrothal by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Michelle Major As proud as Katie Garrity is of her bakery, she&’s ready to be more than just The Cupcake Lady. She wants to be Mrs. and Mommy, too. But in the small mountain town of Crimson, there aren&’t many candidates for a dad—until the one who got away returns. Forest ranger Noah Crawford can&’t commit to forever, though. But after one explosive night, it just may be too late…#1 New York Times Bestselling Author Linda Lael Miller