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The Music of Love
by Kate McCabeKirsty O'Neill has always known her own mind. At thirty-one years old, she is already running her own successful fashion business, and has decided that the handsome Robbie Hennessy is the man she'll build her future with. So when her widowed mother announces that she's bringing home a complete stranger from her holiday in Marbella - a young pianist named Antonio - Kirsty has strong feelings. Suspicious of his intent, she decides to waste no time in ridding him from her mother's life. As Kirsty's relationship with Robbie begins to falter, and it looks as though future plans may not come to be after all, she watches on in horror as Antonio's career begins to take off. Will he ever leave Ireland, and her mother, behind? What is he doing here, anyway? And why oh why, with her life in complete disharmony, does his music sound so alluring?
The Music of Love
by Sandine TomasSometimes the music of love skips a beat…. Paralegal by day, musician by night, Julian has an expiration date stamped on his forehead when it comes to love. No relationship has made it past a year, so Julian avoids romance like the plague and concentrates on his music instead. Which works fine until gorgeous, smart, and funny Zachary joins Julian’s firm. One look at the man and Julian knows he’s dangerous. No matter what, he can’t fall for Zachary. He has to spare Zachary the pain of dumping Julian at the one-year mark. His brilliant plan? Ask a straight friend to pose as his significant other to keep Zachary away. Not surprisingly, his scheme does little to dampen the attraction—on either side. When Zachary gives Julian a second chance despite his deception, Julian thinks his curse might be broken. But then he’s faced with the impossible choice between a life with Zachary and living his dream of touring with the band….
The Mutant Season
by Robert Silverberg Karen HaberStarting in the 1400s, children with gold-colored eyes and strange abilities--telepathy, telekinesis, and the like--began to be born into the world. For centuries, these "mutants" kept themselves hidden for fear of persecution, but in the latter part of the 20th century, they found more and more acceptance among the rest of society. But now, in 2017, the murder of a prominent politician brings the "mutant" population into direct conflict with "normal" people, and the outcome will forever change the planet.
The Mutiny of the Elsinore
by Jack LondonMr. London is here writing of scenes and types of people with which he is very familiar, the sea and ships and those who live in ships. In addition to the adventure element, of which there is an abundance of the usual London kind, a most satisfying kind it is, too, there is a thread of romance involving a wealthy, tired young man who takes the trip on the Elsinore, and the captain's daughter. The play of incident, on the one hand the ship's amazing crew and on the other the lovers, gives a story in which the interest never lags and which demonstrates anew what a master of his art Mr. London is.
The Mutual Friend: A Novel
by Carter Bays"This is a rare thing: an original, intelligent novel that&’s not just a perfect summer beach read, but one that deserves serious awards consideration as well. Put down your phone and pick it up… A major accomplishment.&”—Kirkus (starred)From the co-creator of How I Met Your Mother, a hilarious and thought-provoking debut novel set in New York City, following a sprawling cast of characters as they navigate life, love, loss, ambition, and spirituality—without ever looking up from their phones. It&’s the summer of 2015, and Alice Quick needs to get to work. She&’s twenty-eight years old, grieving her mother, barely scraping by as a nanny, and freshly kicked out of her apartment. If she can just get her act together and sign up for the MCAT, she can start chasing her dream of becoming a doctor . . . but in the Age of Distraction, the distractions are so distracting. There&’s her tech millionaire brother&’s religious awakening. His picture-perfect wife&’s emotional breakdown. Her chaotic new roommate&’s thirst for adventure. And, of course, there&’s the biggest distraction of all: Love. From within the story of one summer in one woman&’s life, an epic tale is unearthed, spanning continents and featuring a tapestry of characters tied to one another by threads both seen and unseen. Filled with all the warmth, humor, and heart that gained How I Met Your Mother its cult following, The Mutual Friend captures in sparkling detail the chaos of contemporary life, a life lived simultaneously in two different worlds—the physical one and the one behind our screens—and reveals how connected we all truly are.
The Mutual Friend: the unmissable debut novel from the co-creator of How I Met Your Mother
by Carter BaysNew York, 2015. In a city of more than 8 million people, there are always new places to visit, new connections to be made, new experiences to be shared.But not for Alice Quick. Determined to finally take her MCAT exam and become a doctor, this has to be a summer of no distractions. So it's a shame that her chaotic roommate Roxy is persistently getting her into trouble, not the most convenient timing for her millionaire brother Bill to decide to embark upon a spiritual search for the meaning of life and plain inconvenient that Alice just can't seem to put down her phone. And then there's the biggest distraction of all, threatening to permanently derail all of her plans: love.Filled with warmth, humour, and heart, THE MUTUAL FRIEND is an unforgettable debut novel that perfectly captures the choreography of navigating life and love amidst the chaos of contemporary life.
The Mutual Friend: the unmissable debut novel from the co-creator of How I Met Your Mother
by Carter BaysNew York, 2015. In a city of more than 8 million people, there are always new places to visit, new connections to be made, new experiences to be shared.But not for Alice Quick. Determined to finally take her MCAT exam and become a doctor, this has to be a summer of no distractions. So it's a shame that her chaotic roommate Roxy is persistently getting her into trouble, not the most convenient timing for her millionaire brother Bill to decide to embark upon a spiritual search for the meaning of life and plain inconvenient that Alice just can't seem to put down her phone. And then there's the biggest distraction of all, threatening to permanently derail all of her plans: love.Filled with warmth, humour, and heart, THE MUTUAL FRIEND is an unforgettable debut novel that perfectly captures the choreography of navigating life and love amidst the chaos of contemporary life.(P) 2022 Penguin Audio
The Mysterious Affair at Castaway House: The stunning debut for fans of Agatha Christie
by Stephanie LamThis stunning debut novel is a gripping read laced with mystery, secrets and love - perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Tracy Chevalier and Sarah Waters. There are secrets hiding between the walls at Castaway House . . . __________1924 Robert Carver escapes to the glamorous Castaway House to spend a summer in the company of his much wealthier cousin, Alec Bray. But appearances can be deceiving, and the Brays are a damaged family, with even more damaging secrets. And little does Robert know that his world is about to change for ever. . .1965Rosie Churchill has run away from home and everything she knows to stay at the rundown Castaway House.But when she begins to discover a long-buried scandal she soon comes to realise that neither her own troubled past nor that of the house will stay secret for long. . .As Rosie begins to learn more about Robert, the further she is drawn into the mysterious history of the house, and their stories, old and new, entwine.____________'An incredibly intricate story and wonderfully well written' 5* reader review 'A gripping read with finely wrought characters and lots of rich detail and colour' 5* reader review 'I became totally immersed' 5* reader review
The Mysterious Amish Bachelor: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Indiana Amish Market #4)
by Vannetta ChapmanHe has a secret. She&’s set on discovering it. After paying the price for a crime he committed ten years ago, Noah Beiler wants a fresh start—which means hiding where he&’s been for the last decade from his Amish community. But Sarah Yoder is determined to uncover his past. As Noah and Sarah work together and grow close, Noah&’s history is the only thing standing in their way. Will revealing the truth set them free, or are some secrets best kept buried?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Indiana Amish Market Book 1: An Amish Proposal for ChristmasBook 2: Her Amish AdversaryBook 3: An Unusual Amish Winter MatchBook 4: The Mysterious Amish Bachelor
The Mysterious Amish Nanny: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Patrice LewisAn Amish widower’s new nanny hides a shameful secret in this inspirational romance.When car failure stalls Englischer Ruth Wengerd’s impulsive cross-country trip, she doesn’t expect to be rescued by a horse and buggy—or to suddenly become a nanny for widower Adam Chupp’s son. Helping the sweet family reminds Ruth of her Amish upbringing and the shameful secret she’s hiding. But when the temporary job begins to feel permanent, can she face up to her past . . . for a future she left once before?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Mysterious Death of Mr. Darcy
by Regina JeffersA THRILLING STORY OF MURDER AND BETRAYAL FILLED WITH THE SCANDAL, WIT AND INTRIGUE CHARACTERISTIC OF AUSTEN'S CLASSIC NOVELSFitzwilliam Darcy is devastated. The joy of his recent wedding has been cut short by the news of the sudden death of his father's beloved cousin, Samuel Darcy. Elizabeth and Darcy travel to Dorset, a popular Regency resort area, to pay their respects to the well-traveled and eccentric Samuel. But this is no summer holiday. Danger bubbles beneath Dorset's peaceful surface as strange and foreboding events begin to occur. Several of Samuel's ancient treasures go missing, and then his body itself disappears. As Darcy and Elizabeth investigate this mystery and unravel its tangled ties to the haunting legends of Dark Dorset, the legendary couple's love is put to the test when sinister forces strike close to home. Some secrets should remain secrets, but Darcy will do all he can to find answers-even if it means meeting his own end in the damp depths of a newly dug grave.With malicious villains, dramatic revelations and heroic gestures, The Mysterious Death of Mr. Darcy will keep Austen fans turning the pages right up until its dramatic conclusion.
The Mysterious Disabled President: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Chen LingI'll give you one hundred million to be my bride for a year The man spoke arrogantly Leng Yi looked at the arrogant man on the wheelchair and curled her lips Marry me Can you do it This young master will just carry him around the waist I'll see whether it works or not after I try
The Mysterious Disabled President: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Chen LingI'll give you one hundred million to be my bride for a year The man spoke arrogantly Leng Yi looked at the arrogant man on the wheelchair and curled her lips Marry me Can you do it This young master will just carry him around the waist I'll see whether it works or not after I try
The Mysterious Disabled President: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Chen LingI'll give you one hundred million to be my bride for a year The man spoke arrogantly Leng Yi looked at the arrogant man on the wheelchair and curled her lips Marry me Can you do it This young master will just carry him around the waist I'll see whether it works or not after I try
The Mysterious Italian Houseguest: The Mysterious Italian Houseguest Bound To Her Greek Billionaire Their Baby Surprise The Marriage Of Inconvenience (Summer at Villa Rosa #2)
by Scarlet WilsonFalling for the enemy! Italian movie star Javier Russo needs to escape his Hollywood life. Isola dei Fiori is the perfect retreat—a lush island in the glittering Mediterranean. What he didn&’t expect was having to share his peaceful hideaway with the infuriatingly beautiful Portia Marlowe! Celebrity reporter Portia is intrigued by her unwelcome and mysterious visitor, and the secrets he s clearly holding back. Villa Rosa isn&’t big enough for both of them, and soon there s nowhere to hide from their simmering chemistry! Summer at Villa Rosa—Book 2 of 4
The Mysterious Lord Marlowe
by Anne HerriesSparks fly between a strong-willed young lady and a mischievous English lord following a slight kidnapping in this Regency romance.When Miss Jane Lanchester is mistakenly abducted, her captors soon realize they have underestimated this feisty young woman. Brave Jane makes a daring break, only to be assisted by one of her kidnappers—the mysterious and well-bred George who offers her his exclusive protection. Fleeing for their lives, Jane and Lord George Marlowe form a deep attachment! Jane can’t bear the thought of losing him once the danger is past. All she can hope is that George turns her from willing captive to his willing wife . . .
The Mysterious Lord Millcroft (The King's Elite #1)
by Virginia HeathWill she choose to live life as a duchess . . . or something much more dangerous? “A tender, sensual romance wrapped around an intriguing plot.” —All About RomanceConstantly told that her beauty and charm are all she has to offer, Lady Clarissa is intent on marrying a duke. And intriguing spy Sebastian Leatham will help her. But first she’ll assist him with his new assignment—playing the part of confident aristocrat Lord Millcroft. Soon, Sebastian awakens a burning desire within Clarissa that leaves her questioning whether becoming a duchess is what she truly longs for . . . “Virginia Heath never disappoints.” —Romance Junkies“[Heath’s] storytelling skills and character development are unmatched.” —Fresh Fiction
The Mysterious Lord Millcroft: A Steamy Historical Romance
by Virginia HeathDiscover this fake courtship, hidden identity, high society Regency! Life as a Duchess… Or something much more dangerous…? Constantly told her beauty and charm are all she has to offer, Lady Clarissa is intent on marrying a duke. And intriguing spy Sebastian Leatham will help her! Only first she&’ll help him with his new assignment in which he plays the part of confident aristocrat Lord Millcroft. But soon, Sebastian begins to awaken a burning desire within Clarissa that leaves her questioning whether becoming a duchess is what she truly longs for… Previously published Discover all four compelling titles in The King&’s Elite series: The Mysterious Lord Millcroft The Uncompromising Lord Flint The Disgraceful Lord Gray The Determined Lord Hadleigh
The Mysterious Madam Morpho (A Blud Novel #2)
by Delilah S. DawsonTaking place after Wicked as They Come, this original eBook features a mysterious lady and a reclusive mechanical genius who find love and danger in a traveling circus. An elusive woman arrives at Criminy’s doorstep with a steamer trunk, begging for a position in the caravan to perform her unique new act. She opens her trunk to reveal a menagerie of brilliantly colored butterflies. The woman, who calls herself Madam Morpho, is on the run from a dark past in London, where she was forced to leave her equipment behind and abscond with only her tiny performers. Playing a hunch, Criminy hires Madam Morpho on the spot. Taking her down to meet Mr. Murdoch, the reclusive talented engineer who keeps the carnival’s clockworks running, Criminy instructs them to work together to design and build a groundbreaking new circus for the butterflies. Amid the magical ambiance of the circus and the hint of danger from Madam Morpho’s pursuers, she and Mr. Murdoch soon find that their scientific collaboration has produced chemistry of a more romantic kind.
The Mysterious Miss Fairchild
by Sarah MalloryAn accomplished beauty…But a most unsuitable match!Natalya Fairchild can&’t help but be drawn to Tristan Quintrell, Lord Dalmorren, with his effortless charisma, even if he&’s not her intended bridegroom. Tristan is an eligible society catch…whereas Natalya&’s unknown heritage could label her ruined. As Tristan helps Natalya investigate her mysterious past, she starts to hope the truth of her conception won&’t destroy her prospects…of a life with Tristan!&“This is just marvellous… The writing is brilliantly engaging, it takes the reader on a real journey.&”— Chicks, Rogues and Scandals on The Highborn Housekeeper&“I was completely swept away by the story and was captivated by the plot… If you are looking for a read that has fun, adventure, mystery, heart and will keep you intrigued from start to finish, I highly recommend The Highborn Housekeeper.&”— The Blossom Twins on The Highborn Housekeeper&“Charming and romantic … The romance hooked me from beginning to end&”— All About Romance on Beauty and the Brooding LordFrom Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
The Mysterious Miss M
by Diane GastonTHE REGENCY UNDERWORLD—SEX, SCANDAL AND REDEEMING LOVEThe Mysterious Miss M is a living male fantasy—alluring, sensual,masked. But when Lord Devlin Steele finds himself responsible for her—and her child—he comes to know the real Maddy: the loving,passionate woman who drives away the nightmares of the Waterloobattlefield.But the aristocratic soldier can't support his new family. He willinherit his fortune only on marriage to a suitable lady—and Maddyis far from suitable. With the dangers of London's underworld closingin, how can he protect the woman he has come to love?
The Mysterious Miss Mayhew: a heartfelt romantic comedy
by Hazel OsmondA heartwarming romantic comedy about a most unlikely love affair. Perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Ellie Adams and Kirsty Greenwood.Tom doesn't need any more women in his life. He already has a five-year-old daughter, an estranged wife who keeps blocking his efforts to get divorced and a mother who might be having an affair with the vicar. So when Fran Mayhew turns up - years younger and with all the tact of a dinosaur with its backside on fire - she's just another tricky person to deal with . . . And what's she doing in his remote part of Northumberland crawling around in graveyards anyway? But soon Tom discovers that there's more to the mysterious Miss Mayhew than meets the eye - and that it's not just his heart he's in danger of losing.
The Mysterious Rider (Dover Thrift Editions: Classic Novels Ser.)
by Zane GreyFrom a master storyteller of Old West adventures comes this novel of romance and redemption. Zane Grey, author of Riders of the Purple Sage, introduces Hell-Bent Wade, a gunfighter with a shadowy past. Wade arrives at a Colorado homestead where a young woman is being pressured into matrimony. Rancher Bill believes that marriage to Columbine, his foster daughter, will steady his wild and unruly son, Jack. Columbine is torn between her feelings of duty and affection for the old man, who raised her as his own child, and her blossoming love for a young ranch hand, Wilson Moore. Columbine's dilemma seems impossible to resolve -- until tragedy, fate, and the mysterious rider intervene.Readers with a taste for classic Westerns will appreciate this story's spirited, well-drawn characters and its evocative descriptions of the frontier's natural beauty.
The Mysterious Stranger
by Susan MalleryFrom the moment the gorgeous, sexy stranger washed up on shore, millionaire Jarret Wilkenson was suspicious. Since he was one of the most eligible bachelors around, women were forever using strange antics to propose. And while this captivating visitor's amnesia routine was unique, he wasn't going to let her beauty distract him... Though Jarrett didn't have much choice but to let the woman with no memory stay in his home until someone claimed her, he was going to keep his fortune and young niece far away from her. Yet as Jarrett observed her natural maternal instincts at work, he couldn't help wondering about his mysterious guest's past...and future...with him...