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Sueños de dioses y monstruos: Hija de Humo y Hueso tercera parte (Hija de humo y hueso #Volumen 3)
by Laini TaylorKarou y Akiva unen fuerzas para acabar con un enemigo común. Una historia fantástica, de ángeles, demonios y quimeras. El final de la trilogía Hija de humo y hueso. <P><P>Hija de humo y hueso es una de las sagas con más éxito de venta: a unas semanas de su lanzamiento logró el sexto lugar de ventas en The New York Times y Universal Pictures adquirió los derechos para realizar la película. <P><P>Érase una vez un ángel y un diablo que se pusieron la mano en el corazón y desataron el apocalipsis. Son el enemigo común, pero con una causa compartida. Karou ha tomado el control sobre la rebelión de las quimeras, y ahora el futuro de su raza depende de ella, si es que aún queda futuro para las quimeras en Eretz, una tierra asolada por la guerra. <P><P>Pero cuando el brutal ejército serafín invade el mundo humano, Karou y Akiva deben formar una alianza y unir sus ejércitos para luchar contra su enemigo común. Esta unión de ejércitos es una versión alterada de su antiguo sueño, donde ángeles y quimeras conviven juntos, en paz. Quizá estos pueblos hayan encontrado una forma distinta de vivir, pero ¿habrá lugar en este nuevo orden del mundo para el imperdonable amor entre un ángel y un demonio?
Sueños De Dragón
by Dusty Lynn Holloway Alexia PolaskyUna profesía de asesinato. Una elfa perseguida por dragones. Un hombre que arriesga todo para salvarla. Nachal es un humano que no debería tener sueños proféticos, es decir sueños de dragón. Sin embargo los tiene. Cada noche sueña con una elfa que atraviesa llamas corriendo en un intento de dejár atrás a Obsidian, el Dragón Rebelde. Cada noche la ve caer. La ve cerrar los ojos. Siente cómo su corazón late más despacio y luego se detiene. Cada noche, a través de la conexión del sueño, muere con ella. Es un círculo vicioso que no puede controlar y que lo está volviendo loco lentamente. Auri es una elfa que fue criada por un poderoso Rey humano con quien no comparte lazos sanguíneos. Quedó abandonada tras la muerte de su madre en la isla élfica de El`dell y desea forjar una vida entre los humanos. Su viaje la lleva a su tierra natal: un lugar donde hay una traición inolvidable y un milagro que podría salvarle la vida. Juntos, se ven envueltos en una conspiración en la que sus destinos están interconectados. En la que el amor nace como una consecuencia de un gran sacrificio, y el único camino hacia la victoria es atravesar llamas abrasadoras provenientes de un dragón.
Los sueños de la serpiente
by Alberto Ruy Sánchez"Una especie de canto poseído me retumbaba en la cabeza, insistente y escalofriante como el viento de invierno entre los árboles." Para recuperar la memoria, un hombre centenario, encerrado en un psiquiátrico, escribe y dibuja sobre los muros de su celda los recuerdos que va recuperando. Esto lo lanza a una aventura por las grandes ilusiones y desilusiones de su siglo, y a descubrir las múltiples vidas que lo habitan. Tiene que inventar a sus ancestros y dejar que destile una verdad más profunda. Tiene que inventarse a sí mismo a partir de unos cuantos jirones de recuerdos o delirios. Su misterio se va desentrañando con sobresaltos, silencios y desbordamientos: aparentemente es un mexicano emigrado a Estados Unidos, convertido en trabajador automotriz; enamorado frustrado de la mujer que sería seducida utilitariamente por el asesino de Trotsky. Emigrado de nuevo a la Unión Soviética, se vuelve obrero en la planta armadora que Henry Ford le vendió a Stalin para crear una utópica Detroit soviética. Fue tutor de inglés de Sergo Beria, hijo del jefe de la Policía Secreta, de la que fue más de una vez peón y víctima. Finalmente será el calígrafo y constructor de este peculiar laberinto. En el centenario de la Revolución Soviética, su testimonio es una cámara de ecos tan entusiastas como adoloridos. Su catatonia y su despertar son los del siglo. Y no han terminado. Otros escritores han dicho... "En su prosa nítida y rápida, Alberto Ruy Sánchez relata historias complejas en las que la psicología individual se mezcla a la política colectiva, la literatura a la pasión por la justicia, la introspección del solitario a la sed de fraternidad, la duda a la creencia. Duelo entre la fe, que es amor a nuestros ídolos y a nuestros correligionarios, y el difícil amor a la verdad. [#] Ruy Sánchez no se limita a relatar: examina y desentraña." Octavio Paz "Aprecio en los libros de Ruy Sánchez la búsqueda de la forma necesaria para cada historia que cuenta. Es algo excepcional en tiempos donde se cultiva lo contrario y eso hace de él un escritor extramuros. [#] De sus relatos y ensayos hablamos con Susan Sontag, quien lo leyó y comentó atentamente, con Luce López Baralt y Severo Sarduy, que escribieron sobre él, con Octavio Paz, ampliamente, y todos coincidimos en esa apasionada singularidad." Juan Goytisolo "Alberto Ruy Sánchez devuelve el ensayo a la narración y el relato a la biografía. Incluso cuando dedica su tiempo a leer a los rusos victimados o disidentes, lo hace con la misma atención al lector que lo acompaña; después de todo, los autoritarismos y fundamentalismos son monologantes y nos niegan el turno de la palabra." Julio Ortega
Los sueños de Sandra
by Antonio Delgado FerroQuizás los sueños sean la verdadera realidad y lo que consideramos real, un sueño, ficción. Sandra y Julián forman un matrimonio joven y ambos trabajan en la fábrica montada por el padre de Sandra. <P><P>Una noche salen a cenar, discuten, Julián se retira disgustado y Sandra continúa disfrutando de la noche. Entra a un bar donde se encuentra un músico actuando, el cual se parece de forma extraordinaria al hombre con el que sueña reiteradamente desde la muerte de su amigo Damián. <P>El músico es cubano y se llama Carlos, hablan, congenian y se enamoran. Una noche, Julián golpea a Sandra y ésta decide romper con él. Julián se traslada a Sao Paulo, Brasil, a montar una nueva fábrica y ahí conoce a Velma, prostituta muy hermosa con la cual mantiene una relación. Con la ayuda de Sandra, Carlos triunfa en el mundo de la música y se hace famoso. En Brasil, Julián, un tipo muy ambiciosos, entra en contacto con el COPA, la organización criminal más poderosa del país. Sandra, embarazada de Carlos, se traslada a Sao Paulo en compañía de su madre para asistir a la inauguración de la nueva fábrica y es asesinada por un sicario del COPA siguiendo órdenes de Julián. <P>Sin embargo, la criatura se salva y Carlos ignora la desgracia ocurrida a la mujer amada. Con el tiempo termina por enterarse y consigue la custodia de la niña, que se llama Matilde y está al cuidado de sus abuelos maternos, unas personas ignorantes y llenas de prejuicios. <P>Julián ha hecho fortuna en Brasil y se casa con la hija de un rico empresario. Pasan los años y Carlos actúa en Sao Paulo, donde se enfrenta con Julián, del cual sospecha es el que ordenó el asesinato de Sandra. Por último, Julián, enloquecido, desaparece misteriosamente y Carlos dedica su vida a la música y el cuidado de Matilde.
Sueños del desierto
by Laura KinsaleQuienes estén buscando una novela romántica histórica distinta, apasionada y emotiva, con unos personajes retratados de manera exquisita, encontrarán en Sueños del desierto su libro ideal. Arden Mansfield, heredero de una gran fortuna, es un hombre reservado que guarda en secreto sus pasiones y sus miedos. Obstinado e inquieto, con sus expediciones a lugares exóticos intenta colmar su sed de aventura y, sobre todo, de libertad. Ahora, en Próximo Oriente, a donde ha llegado en pos de una leyenda y aceptando un reto, descubre bajo el disfraz de un beduino a una joven enigmática que cambiará su vida. Zenia es la hija ilegítima de una intrépida dama victoriana, lady Hester Stanhope. Su mayor anhelo es viajar al país de sus padres, Inglaterra, para llevar una vida «normal» y dejar atrás este desierto abrasador, lleno de peligros pese a su hechizo. Arden es el único que puede ayudarla a conseguirlo..., aunque los sueños y destinos de ambos parezcan irreconciliables. Reseña:«Una de las mejores escritoras en la historia del género. No me puedo imaginar a ninguna otra escritora con tanto talento como Laura Kinsale. Es simplemente increíble.»All About Romance
Sueños del desierto
by Laura KinsaleArden Mansfield, heredero de una gran fortuna, es un hombre reservado que guarda en secreto sus pasiones y sus miedos. Obstinado e inquieto, con sus expediciones a lugares exóticos intenta colmar su sed de aventura y, sobre todo, de libertad. Ahora, en Próximo Oriente, a donde ha llegado en pos de una leyenda y aceptando un reto, descubre bajo el disfraz de un beduino a una joven enigmática que cambiará su vida.Zenia es la hija ilegítima de una intrépida dama victoriana, lady Hester Stanhope. Su mayor anhelo es viajar al país de sus padres, Inglaterra, para llevar una vida «normal» y dejar atrás este desierto abrasador, lleno de peligros pese a su hechizo. Arden es el único que puede ayudarla a conseguirlo# aunque los sueños y destinos de ambos parezcan irreconciliables.Para quienes estén buscando una novela romántica histórica distinta, apasionada y emotiva, con unos personajes retratados de manera exquisita, Sueños del desierto es su libro.
Sueños rojos (Chasing Red #Volumen 1)
by Isabelle RoninSueños rojos es la primera entrega de «Chasing Red», la nueva serie romántica que te hará creer en el amor a primera vista. «Soy lo último que ella desea en su vida. Ella sigue esperando a que la decepcione, sigue esperando que me vaya. Pero yo he venido para quedarme. Le pertenezco. Así de fácil.» Con tan solo veintiún años, Verónica está sola en el mundo y se acaba de quedar en la calle. Desesperada, decide darse una noche loca para olvidar el marrón monumental que es su vida. Esa noche de fiesta se convierte rápidamente en una oportunidad para cambiar su futuro... Y su futuro puede que se llame Caleb, estrella del baloncesto y conquistador nato, que rápidamente se queda prendado de ella y le ofrece un trato: ella no tiene piso y él tiene un montón de dinero: ¿por qué no se muda con él? Por primera vez en su vida, Caleb ha encontrado algo que desea desesperadamente. Pero Verónica no está dispuesta a entregarse. Reseña:«¡Sueños rojos es una novela romántica y sexy como pocas!»Anna Todd, autora de After
La Suerte de Destiny
by Jr WirthFragmento de La Suerte de Destiny Mientras más cerca ellos estaban de la puerta, más raro se volvían las cosas. Podía ver pequeñas cabezas asomarse detrás de las gruesas cortinas borgoñas, las cuales cubrían tanto el garaje como de los ventanales frontales. Sus rostros parecían como los de niños pequeños, demasiados para contar. Todos parecían algo perturbados, ligeramente desfigurados, y especialmente malvados. Cada uno parecía gritar con furia, pero no se podía escuchar una sola palabra. Era como si sus voces silenciadas estuvieran clamando por ayuda; un desahogo de algún tipo de maldición. Me dio una sensación espeluznante, pensé —algo anda muy mal aquí —, y por alguna razón, me forcé a voltear y mirar a la casa del hombre extraño en la calle del frente. —Miegda —susurré despacio con un chillido en mi voz y con fatalidad en mis ojos. En la puerta frontal, detrás del protector, noté la silueta de un hombre, o lo que sea que fuera. Su mano anciana apenas salía de la puerta, en casi la misma posición que se encontraban más temprano. La luz de la terraza resaltaba la mano en deterioro que ahora jalaba con su dedo índice, llamándome para que me le uniera. Con susto, volteé a mira a los chicos que iban caminando a la puerta de la familia que desaparecía, una auténtica casa embrujada. Súbitamente, las formas malignas, grandes y pequeñas, comenzaron a rodearlos, mientras los niños de los condenados, como ratas furiosas, emergieron de todas partes. —¡Salgan! —grité, justo antes que Frankenstein intentara coger a Yoko.
La suerte de los dados
by Philippa Carr Estela Canto¿Estará Clarissa condenada a ser una seductora incorregible como su madre Carlotta? Sin ser consciente, la niña sigue los pasos apasionados de la mujer a la que nunca conoció. Y se enamora perdidamente del rebelde jacobita Dickon Frenshaw. Pero Inglaterra en 1715 no el sitio adecuado para que florezca el amor. Los leales capturan a Dickon y lo deportan a América. Clarissa se ve forzada a un matrimonio con el libertino Lance Clavering, soldado de su Majestad. Prisionera de dos hombres, Clarissa debe enfrentarse a un mar de hostilidad, rodeada de escándalo, perfidia y traiciones. El descontento civil crece y amenaza revolución cuando es acusada de espiar para los católicos. ¿Cómo salvará el futuro de su hija Zipporah?
La suerte del destino: Precuela
by Christina McKnightDe condesa a marginada Rechazada por la Alta Sociedad inglesa a causa de su ascendencia Barbadiense, la señorita A’laya Banesworth ha pasado la vida anhelando la aceptación verdadera. Cuando el Conde de Holderness la corteja, ella piensa que ha encontrado al verdadero amor. A’laya no tarda mucho en descubrir que su matrimonio es uno de conveniencia. Aunque ahora es condesa, A’laya aún enfrenta la desaprobación y el desprecio de la familia de su marido. Solo el nacimiento de su hija Katherina le proporciona algo de felicidad. Pero A’laya no supo ver lo malvados que eran sus enemigos. Le roban a Katherina y dejan a A’laya sin recursos para encontrarla. Sin embargo, la busca con desesperación manteniendo viva la esperanza de que su hija esté a salvo. A medida que pasan los años, A´laya viaja por la campiña inglesa como adivina, anhelando reunirse con Katherina.
Suffer a Sea Change
by Celeste De BlasisSet in Bermuda, our heroine finds danger, suspense and romance when she gets mixed up with a jewel and drug smuggling ring.
Suffer Love
by Ashley Herring BlakeSam Bennett falls for Hadley St. Clair before he knows her last name. When Sam finds out she is that St. Clair, daughter of the man who destroyed Sam&’s family, he has a choice: follow his heart or tell the truth about the scandal that links their families. Funny and passionate, Suffer Love is a story about first love, family dysfunction, and the fickle hand of fate.
Suffering Jordon
by D. J. ManlyJordan doesn't approve of Amanda's lifestyle. Chase finds Jordan egotistical and arrogant. Watch the sparks fly as these three find themselves living together in Amanda's home. Suffering Jordanis Book 3 of D.J. Manly's sexy series Amusing Amanda, and will be a welcome addition to your romance library. When her father dies, Amanda is reunited with her gorgeous half brother, Jordon, who comes to stay at the family home for a prolonged visit. Jordon doesn't approve of his sister's lifestyle, and he doesn't attempt to hide the fact that he doesn't approve of Chase either, whom he considers to be little more than a male prostitute.It doesn't help that shortly after they meet, Chase, who is wallowing in grief, gets drunk and falls asleep in Jordon's bed either; or that Chase finds ex race car driver Jordon Nash not only to be one of the most arrogant and annoying men he's ever met, but also one of the sexiest.Don't miss the third in the Amusing Amanda series, and watch the sparks fly, sexual and otherwise when Chase suffers Jordon.Content: M/M, M/M/F, light bondage
The Suffering Tree
by Elle Cosimano"It's dark magic brings him back. " Tori Burns and her family left D.C. for claustrophobic Chaptico, Maryland, after suddenly inheriting a house under mysterious circumstances. That inheritance puts her at odds with the entire town, especially Jesse Slaughter and his family-it's their generations-old land the Burns have "stolen. " As the suspicious looks and muttered accusations of her neighbors build, so does the pressure inside her, and Tori returns to the pattern of self-harm that landed her in a hospital back in D.C. It all comes to a head one night when, to Tori's shock, she witnesses a young man claw his way out of a grave under the gnarled oak in her new backyard. Nathaniel Bishop may not understand what brought him back, but it's clear to Tori that he hates the Slaughters for what they did to him centuries ago. Wary yet drawn to him by a shared sense of loss, she gives him shelter. But in the wake of his arrival comes a string of troubling events-including the disappearance of Jesse Slaughter's cousin-that seem to point back to Nathaniel. As Tori digs for the truth-and slowly begins to fall for Nathaniel-she uncovers something much darker in the tangled branches of the Slaughter family tree. In order to break the curse that binds Nathaniel there and discover the true nature of her inheritance, Tori must unravel the Slaughter family's oldest and most guarded secrets. But the Slaughters want to keep them buried at any cost.
The Suffering Tree
by Elle Cosimano"It's dark magic brings him back." Tori Burns and her family left D.C. for claustrophobic Chaptico, Maryland, after suddenly inheriting a house under mysterious circumstances. That inheritance puts her at odds with the entire town, especially Jesse Slaughter and his family-it's their generations-old land the Burns have "stolen." As the suspicious looks and muttered accusations of her neighbors build, so does the pressure inside her, and Tori returns to the pattern of self-harm that landed her in a hospital back in D.C. It all comes to a head one night when, to Tori's shock, she witnesses a young man claw his way out of a grave under the gnarled oak in her new backyard. Nathaniel Bishop may not understand what brought him back, but it's clear to Tori that he hates the Slaughters for what they did to him centuries ago. Wary yet drawn to him by a shared sense of loss, she gives him shelter. But in the wake of his arrival comes a string of troubling events-including the disappearance of Jesse Slaughter's cousin-that seem to point back to Nathaniel. As Tori digs for the truth-and slowly begins to fall for Nathaniel-she uncovers something much darker in the tangled branches of the Slaughter family tree. In order to break the curse that binds Nathaniel there and discover the true nature of her inheritance, Tori must unravel the Slaughter family's oldest and most guarded secrets. But the Slaughters want to keep them buried? at any cost.
The Suffragette Scandal
by Courtney MilanMiss Frederica "Free" Marshall has put her heart and soul into her newspaper, known for its outspoken support of women's rights. Naturally, her enemies are intent on destroying her business and silencing her for good. Free refuses to be at the end of her rope...but she needs more rope, and she needs it now. Edward Clark's aristocratic family abandoned him to die in a war-torn land, so he survived the only way he could: by becoming a rogue and a first-class forger. When the same family that left him for dead vows to ruin Miss Marshall, he offers his help. So what if he has to lie to her? She's only a pawn to use in his revenge. But the irrepressible Miss Marshall soon enchants Edward. By the time he realizes that his cynical heart is hers, it's too late. The only way to thwart her enemies is to reveal his scandalous past...and once the woman he loves realizes how much he's lied to her, he'll lose her forever.
Sugar (Whiskey Sharp)
by Lauren DaneNew York Times bestselling author Lauren Dane delivers another great read with this sweet and sexy contemporary romance.An impromptu road trip makes for the honeymoon Gregori and Wren didn’t know they wanted.Bad-boy artist Gregori Ivanov wants nothing more than to marry Wren Davis. He’s asked her before—more than once—but she insisted on waiting until she’d established her career. Now that the time is finally right, Gregori has one hell of a celebration in mind. Fine dining, museums and NYC luxury all the way…not to mention all the newlywed sex they’ll be having.The universe, unfortunately, did not get the message. When their plane is grounded in Idaho, they’re forced to improvise a road trip to get back home to Seattle instead of the romantic getaway Gregori painstakingly planned. Between giant roadside potato museums, funky galleries in tiny two-stoplight towns, and some surprisingly great diner food—plus some seriously great sex—Gregori and Wren unexpectedly find themselves on a honeymoon as unique and memorable as their love.Don’t miss these other contemporary romances from Lauren Dane:CakeWhiskey Sharp:Book #1: UnraveledBook #2: JaggedBook #3: TornThe Chase Brothers:Book #1: Giving ChaseBook #2: Taking ChaseBook #3: ChasedBook #4: Making ChasePetal, Georgia:Book #1: Once and AgainBook #2: Lost in YouBook #3: Count on MeThe Hurley Boys:Book #1: The Best Kind of TroubleBook #2: Broken OpenBook #3: Back to You
Sugar
by Kim DavisWhile Caleb Thorn was a junior at the University of Michigan, he had a relationship with a wealthy and closeted auto executive named Alex Hale. When Alex contacts Caleb fourteen years later to meet, Caleb finds himself experiencing a flood of memories about Alex.At the start of their relationship, Caleb was enamored with Alex and enjoyed having a secret relationship with a sexy older man who bought him expensive gifts, but he soon comes to realize those gifts come with a price. Alex controls every aspect of their relationship and Caleb often finds himself on the receiving end of Alex’s insults and hurtful behavior. Caleb quickly realizes having a sugar daddy can be both sweet and sour.
Sugar
by Seressia GlassFrom the author of Spice, another sweet and sexy story about the women of the Sugar & Spice CaféUninhibited passion is all she needs to turn her life around...Siobhan "Sugar" Malloy, co-owner of Sugar and Spice Café and part-time burlesque dancer, believes that love is for the young and foolish--and at thirty-five years old, she is neither.But a new business venture with the sexy twenty-something owner of Crimson Bay Couriers is quickly changing her mind. Charlie O'Halloran is beyond charming--and his flirtatious manner is an unexpected breath of fresh air for Siobhan. Soon an explosively steamy affair begins, and Siobhan discovers that she loves making up for lost time.When Charlie comes clean and admits he wants a relationship, Siobhan is struck with memories of the troubled past she is desperate to forget. But when her estranged daughter makes a surprise appearance, Siobhan must choose between the family she left behind and the new life--and new love--she's always wanted...
Sugar
by Karin KallmakerSugar works hard to establish herself and her bakery business in Seatle. But, when disaster strikes in the form of a fire, she doesn't know what to do. All of a sudden, Sugar, who hasn't had a date in forever, finds herself interested in three very different women. First, there's Tree, a social worker and victim's advocate. Then, there's Charlie, the firefighter who works hard to salvage all that Sugar holds dear. Finally, there's Emily, the TV producer who hopes to make Sugar famous. Which will she choose, and, how can she choose at all when she's living with her homophobic grandmother?
Sugar: A Novel (Fate Ser.)
by Kimberly StuartAfter realizing her coworkers at L’Ombre, a high-profile restaurant in NYC, will never appreciate or respect her, Charlie Garrett allows her ex-boyfriend, Avery Michaels, to convince her to work for him as executive pastry chef at his new Seattle hotspot, Thrill. She’ll have her own kitchen, her own staff-everything she ever wanted professionally.When she arrives at Thrill, however, she realizes that Avery wanted more than a pastry chef for his restaurant-he wanted a costar for the reality show they’re filming about the restaurant and its staff. Charlie is uncomfortable with the idea at first, but she soon realizes that this is her chance to show the world what women in the kitchen are capable of. She sets some ground rules with the film crew, signs a non-disclosure agreement, and promptly meets the man of her dreams, Kai, off-camera.The show, and her demanding work schedule as head of the pastry kitchen, makes it nearly impossible for Charlie and Kai to spend time together. Drama on and off the set soon take a toll on Charlie’s well-being, forcing her to choose if life in front of the camera is worth sacrificing life behind the scenes.Sugar is a contemporary romance, set in the high-pressure commercial kitchens of New York and Seattle. A funny and clever story of how a female chef learns to thrive in the ruthless world of premier restaurants.
Sugar Ain't So Sweet (Everything Nice Series #1)
by Naleighna Kai La AmmitaiShannan has no choice but to leave her husband, seven children, and a successful career before someone ends up on the wrong side of the grave. As she escapes the manipulation and impossible demands of her husband and family, she embraces the 30 Days of Me process for reconnecting with her best self. She is determined to find peace and a new sense of purpose, but her husband, Zach, is desperate to win her back. As he struggles to deal with his overbearing family and disrespectful children, he is forced to confront hard truths and family secrets that threaten to push Shannan further away.With emotional depth and a powerful narrative, USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Naleighna Kai and bestselling author, La Ammitai, deliver a tale of love, loss, and redemption in Sugar Ain’t So Sweet.ABOUT THE SUGAR SERIESEach book is a standalone, NO cliffhangers Book 1 – Stop in the Name of Love by Naleighna Kai and U. M. HiramBook 2 – Spice of Life by J. L. CampbellBook 3 – His Biggest Fan by Martha KennersonABOUT THE SPICE SERIESEach book is a standalone, NO cliffhangers Book 1 – Loving All of Me by Naleighna Kai and Stephanie M. FreemanBook 2 – Carnal Confections by Shakir RashaanBook 3 – Dirty Diana by J. D. MasonABOUT THE EVERYTHING NICE SERIESEach book is a standalone, NO cliffhangers Book 1 – Sugar Ain’t So Sweet by Naleighna Kai and LaAmmitaiBook 2 – Spicing Things Up by Lisa DodsonBook 3 – Cayenne by Janice M. Allen
Sugar and Salt: A Novel
by Susan WiggsThe New York Times bestselling author of The Lost and Found Bookshop brings readers a can’t-miss tale of friendship, hardship, redemption, and love between a San Francisco baker and a barbecue master from Texas."Susan Wiggs understands the tender dramas of everyday life, of friendship and family, of wanting something that might be just beyond reach. She will make you believe in life’s sweetness.”--Luanne Rice, New York Times bestselling author of The Shadow Box“Wiggs writes with compassion and insight...This is another winner.” —BooklistJerome Sugar learned the art of baking in his grandma’s bakery, also called Sugar, on historic Perdita Street in San Francisco. He supplies baked goods to the Lost and Found Bookshop across the street.When the restaurant that shares his commercial kitchen loses its longtime tenant, a newcomer moves in: Margot Salton, a barbecue master from Texas.Margot isn’t exactly on the run, but she needs a fresh start. She’s taken care of herself her whole life, pulling herself up by her fingernails to recover from trauma, and her dream has been to open a restaurant somewhere far, far from Texas. The shared kitchen with Jerome's Sugar bakery is the perfect setup: a state-of-the-art kitchen and a vibrant neighborhood popular with tourists and locals.Margot instantly takes to Jerome’s mother, the lively, opinionated Ida. The older woman proves to be a good mentor, and Margot is drawn to Jerome. Despite their different backgrounds their attraction is powerful—even though Jerome worries that Margot will simply move on from him once she’s found some peace and stability. But just as she starts to relax into a happy new future, Margot’s past in Texas comes back to haunt her…
Sugar And Spice
by Beverly Barton Shirley Jump Fern Michaels Joanne FlukeTis the season when anything can happen . . . when passion sparks brightest . . . and miracles and magic can turn any heart toward love . . . The Christmas Stocking, Fern MichaelsPhiladelphia businesswoman Amy Baran is determined to raise money for a new seniors' center by harvesting Christmas trees from the small-town Virginia farm she remembers from her childhood. Trouble is, Gus Moss has come home from California with his own ideas about saving the farm his father has neglected. Neither wants to give up, but when attraction turns to romance, they just might have to give in . . . The Ghost of Christmas Past, Beverly BartonWounded Special Ops officer Mack MacKinnon doesn't have any reason to look forward to the holidays--until he rescues pretty widow Katie Hadley from a raging blizzard. Now, in a season of miracles, he's falling as hard and fast as the Christmas Eve snow . . . The Twelve Desserts of Christmas, Joanne FlukeTake two lovestruck teachers. Add a dollop of conspiring kids. Place in a boarding school over Christmas break. And add a little help--and eight, great recipes--from amateur sleuth Hannah Swenson, and you've got a romantic holiday tale that's sweet, delicious, and definitely served warm . . . Twelve Days, Shirley Jump Of all the luck--Natalie Harris can't believe she drew Jake Lyons as her Secret Santa pal! The dreamy hunk leaves her completely tongue-tied. But with twelve days of secret gifts, sweet notes, and steamy emails to go, she just may conquer her fear and discover something surprising under the tree . . . Treat yourself to four unforgettable tales of holiday romance filled with sugar and spice and everything nice . . .
Sugar and Spice
by Angela BritnellWhat happens when you have a chance at everything you ever wanted . . . and then you go and do something stupid like fall in love? Lily Redman will do anything to be a success. She also loves creating sinfully delicious food. Now, she has a shot to get everything she wants with her new American cooking show, Celebrity Chef Swap. All she has to do is survive in the pastoral wilds of southwest England. After a stint in the army—and an absolute train wreck of a divorce—Kenan Rowse thought the quiet of Cornwall would be a perfect respite from life’s complications. Then he gets a temp job driving a beautiful chef around . . . and before he knows it, things are more complicated than ever. Unfortunately, their rabid mutual attraction is equaled by their astounding lack of common ground. Because while Lily wants to live in the limelight, Kenan would rather be staid in the shade. And both will have to decide whether they’re willing to compromise if they want to keep it together . . .