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Maroons and the Marooned: Runaways and Castaways in the Americas (Caribbean Studies Series)
by Richard Bodek and Joseph KellyContributions by Richard Bodek, Claire P. Curtis, Joseph Kelly, Simon Lewis, Steve Mentz, J. Brent Morris, Peter Sands, Edward Shore, and James O'Neil Spady Commonly, the word maroon refers to someone cast away on an island. One becomes marooned, usually, through a storm at sea or by a captain as a method of punishment. But the term originally denoted escaped slaves. Though being marooned came to be associated mostly with white European castaways, the etymology invites comparison between true maroons (escaped slaves establishing new lives in the wilderness) and people who were marooned (through maritime disaster). This volume brings together literary scholars with historians, encompassing both literal maroons such as in Brazil and South Carolina as well as metaphoric scenarios in time-travel novels and postapocalyptic narratives. Included are examples from The Tempest; Margaret Atwood’s MaddAddam trilogy; A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court; and Octavia Butler’s Kindred. Both runaways and castaways formed new societies in the wilderness. But true maroons, escaped slaves, were not cast away; they chose to fly towards the uncertainties of the wild in pursuit of freedom. In effect, this volume gives these maroons proper credit, at the very heart of American history.
Marque and Reprisal
by Elizabeth MoonKylara Vatta, risk-taking, rule-breaking, can-do heroine of Trading in Danger, is back in business–the kind that’s anything but usual–in the new military science fiction adventure by ace action storyteller Elizabeth Moon. The exciting military career she hoped for never got off the ground–but Ky Vatta ended up seeing plenty of combat when she took the helm of one of the commercial transport vessels in her family’s fleet . . . and steered it into a full-blown war. Now the lessons she learned in that trial by fire are about to pay off: because this time, the war has come to her. To be exact, someone unknown has launched a full-throttle offensive against Vatta Transport Ltd. , Ky’s father’s interstellar shipping empire. In short order, most of Ky’s family is killed, and subsequent attacks sever vital lines of communication, leaving Ky fighting, in every sense, to survive. Determined to identify the ruthless mystery enemy and avenge her family’s name, Ky needs not only firepower but information. And she gets both in spades–from the band of stranded mercenaries she hooks up with, from her black-sheep cousin, Stella, who’s been leading a secret life, and from Stella’s roguish ex-lover, Rafe. Together they struggle to penetrate the tangled web of political intrigue that’s wreaking havoc within InterStellar Communications, whose effective operation their own livelihoods–and perhaps lives–depend on. But the infighting proves to be infectious, and it isn’t long before Ky’s hired military muscle are turning their suspicions on the enigmatic Rafe, whose wealth of knowledge about ISC’s clashing factions and startling new technologies has begun to make him smell like a rat . . . or a mole. With swift, violent destruction a very real possibility, the last thing Ky needs is a crew divided against itself–and she’s prepared to take whatever measures are necessary to ensure that Vatta stays in business, as well as in one piece. What she’s not prepared for is the shocking truth behind the terror– and a confrontation with murderous treachery from a source as unexpected as it is unrelenting.
Marquess Peak
by Alex JacksonJames Lancaster is neck-deep in problems. <P><P>His first is finding the money to buy the season ticket he craves. His second is discovering that the babysitting job he found turns out to be babysitting a dragon whose parents don't entirely trust him. His third is those dragon parents disappearing into the night and leaving him stranded with the child. His fourth, however, is his biggest: the mask-wearing dragon Ultor threatening him with death for reasons he doesn't entirely understand. <P><P>With only Aries, his blind best friend, and her bumbling guide dog Samson for assistance, he must unravel who Ultor really is and what he wants, care for a child while rescuing his parents, and keep his own life intact, all before a new season kicks off.
A Marquess Too Rakish to Wed
by Liz TynerThis Regency brims with lively humor and sparky romance…Two oppositesWill they ever attract? Women flock around the disreputable Marquess of Hartcroft—all except Lady Guinevere Chenowith. She holds him at a polite distance, disapproving of the way he breaks society&’s rules. So no one is more surprised than Guinevere when she rushes to his side after he has a serious riding accident. And it seems the marquess&’s brush with death has forced him to think more favorably about marriage—because he&’s just stunned her with a proposal!From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
The Marriage Act
by Alyssa EverettLondon, 1821When John, Viscount Welford, proposed to Caroline Fleetwood, the only daughter of the Bishop of Essex, he thought he knew exactly what he was getting—a lovely, innocent bride.Five years later, he knows better. The woman who ran to another man on their wedding night—after they'd consummated the marriage—is hardly innocent. Years spent apart while John served as a diplomatic attaché have allowed them to save face in society, but all good pretenses must come to an end. When Caroline receives word that her father is dying, she begs John to accompany her on one last journey to see him.But there's an added problem—Caroline never told her father that her marriage to John was a farce. As they play-act for others, Caroline is delighted to find she never really knew her husband at all. But can she be the kind of wife he needs—and does she want to be?85,950 words
The Marriage Act: A Novel
by John MarrsWhat if marriage was the law? Dare you disobey? Black Mirror meets thriller with a dash of Naomi Alderman&’s The Power in this dark, high-concept novel by the bestselling author of The One.Britain. The near-future. A right-wing government believes it has the answer to society&’s ills—the Sanctity of Marriage Act, which actively encourages marriage as the norm, punishing those who choose to remain single.But four couples are about to discover just how impossible relationships can be when the government is monitoring every aspect of our personal lives—monitoring every word, every minor disagreement…and will use every tool in its arsenal to ensure everyone will love, honor and obey.Don't miss other suspenseful reads from John Marrs (you'll never see the twists coming!): The One The Vacation The Family Experiment (coming soon!)
Marriage at a Distance
by Sara CravenJoanna had been an inexperienced 18-year-old when she'd married Gabriel Verne. She'd loved her new husband but had been devastated to discover that he'd simply married her out of duty. When the honeymoon was over, so was their marriage....But then Gabriel returned home to claim his inheritance—and his wife! By the terms of his late father's will, he and Joanna must live together as man and wife for a year. Joanna was determined to resist, but Gabriel wanted her back—whatever it took!
Marriage at the Cowboy's Command
by Ann Major"Knowing about my son changes everything."Business is what brings wealthy cowboy Luke Kilgore home to Texas. Or that's what he tells himself, until he sees his former lover. Caitlyn Wakefield needs his skill to save her ranch, so why is she so nervous about accepting his help?He knows as soon as he catches sight of her son...their son.In spite of her lies, Luke still wants Caitlyn. But he won't settle for less than all she has. They will marry. He will be a father to their son. And he will not trust her again...no matter how she tempts him.
The Marriage Bargain
by Susan FoxA husband in name only? Hallie had never even been in love-now she must marry to save her home! She just needed a wedding certificate-well, first she had to find a bridegroom... Wes Lansing was her neighbor and the ideal candidate. Only, what could a shy virgin like Hallie offer this dynamic man? Wes was intrigued and the marriage deal was struck. But could Hallie handle her new husband?
The Marriage Bargain
by Angel MooreMarriage by Necessity Lily Warren's new hat shop is her ticket to self-reliance...until a fire threatens to destroy her dreams. And when Edward Stone-her landlord and the town blacksmith-bursts into her private rooms to rescue her, Lily's reputation is tarnished. So Edward proposes a solution that could save her good name-even as it puts her independence at risk. With an orphaned niece who needs a mother, Edward believes a marriage of convenience is the answer to his and Lily's problems. But he didn't plan on developing feelings for his new wife. And now he can't quell his urge to protect impulsive, kindhearted Lily. Perhaps it's time for the wary blacksmith to try forging something truly precious-a real family...
Marriage, Bravo Style! (Bravo Family Ties)
by Christine RimmerYou are cordially invited to the...shotgun...wedding ofElena Cabrera BravoandRogan MurdochDate: As soon as labor is over.Time: Just enough for the bride to fit into something other than a hospital gown.Hosted by: The brothers of the bride. In fact, they insisted on it!Reason for Union: The bride and groom love each other...even if they're both too stubborn to admit it!RSVP to the Bravo Family.Gifts (wedding and baby) optional...
Marriage by Arrangement
by Sally WentworthIn name only?Red McGee hadn't got her nickname for nothing. Her hair was as red-hot as her temper. Linus Hunt didn't particularly like her hair or her temper. He liked his life calm, orderly and businesslike. And Red was disorderly, chaotic and...well, just too passionate!She had a tendency to act on impulse-but when Red told her father that she was engaged to Linus Hunt, she never dreamed that fiction would eventually become fact! Linus, it seemed, had already decided that an engagement would be a very convenient arrangement for them both!"Unforgettable reading."-Romantic Times
Marriage by Contract: Part 1 (36 Hours)
by Sandra Steffen36 Hours SerialAs a devastating summer storm hits Grand Springs, Colorado, the next thirty-six hours will change the town and its residents forever....Marriage by Contract Part 1Nurse Bethany Kent fell in love with little baby Christopher-and dreamed of adopting him after his mother abandoned him. But in small town Grand Springs she needs a husband in order to adopt.Dr. Tony Petrocelli has a reputation for romance. In reality, he's tired of short-term relationships and intrigued by Bethany. And if he's going to get that promotion to head of Obstetrics, he needs a wife.A marriage of convenience can help them both. As long as Tony never learns Beth's secret, it's the perfect solution....The story continues in Marriage by Contract Parts 2 and 3.
Marriage by Contract: Part 3 (36 Hours)
by Sandra Steffen36 Hours SerialAs a devastating summer storm hits Grand Springs, Colorado, the next thirty-six hours will change the town and its residents forever....Marriage by Contract Part 3For Bethany Kent, life has never been more perfect. She has a beautiful baby and a gorgeous, accomplished husband. Despite the marriage of convenience start to their life together, she and Tony are falling in love. But then Christopher's birth mother returns and wants her son back.If Bethany does what is right and gives up Christopher, will she lose Tony, as well?Don't miss the next book in the continuing story of Grand Springs in Partners in Crime by Alicia Scott.
The Marriage Chase
by Natalie PatrickBRIDE ON THE RUN!Nothing Felicia Grantham did could surprise Ethan Bradshaw. Not even her latest stunt: a midnight horseback ride across his land...while wearing a wedding dress. It seemed the spirited heiress was defying her father and eloping to Las Vegas.For some reason, levelheaded Ethan was suddenly seized by crazy impulses. First he agreed to deliver Felicia to her waiting fiancé. Then he found himself wanting to kiss the bride...passionately. Now he was determined to see that Felicia got married in Vegas after all-but not to another man!
Marriage Claws
by Paige CuccaroA sassy, sexy debut about a young woman who agrees to marry her billionaire playboy nemesis to save her business, only to find out he's also a werewolf and that her problems are just getting started.There are two things Kate Affetto will do anything to protect: the younger brother she's raised ever since their father walked out, and the small diner she's managed to start from nothing in New York City. Things might not always be easy, but at least she gets to call all the shots and follow her own heart. That is until Jack Pensione, irritatingly gorgeous billionaire playboy and CEO/heir to the family empire shows up at her diner with an ultimatum: find $3 million to purchase the space, or vacate so it can be turned into condos.But Kate isn't going down without a fight. So when Jack offers a third option—marry him, and he'll gift her the space—she agrees, knowing it'll save the life she's built for herself and her brother, and that the marriage will be over practically before it's begun. After all, it's not as if she actually likes Jack, or as if he's actually attracted her at all... Little does she know he's also a werewolf, that he's vying to be the alpha of his pack, and that her problems are just getting started.
The Marriage Demand
by Penny JordanMillionaire Nash Connaught knew something about Faith that could cost her her job. And he was holding the dark secret over her head.... He had never meant to blackmail her into bed! But the temptation they both felt had been too strong....Faith was--had been--a virgin. Nash's reaction was to insist on marriage. But was he marrying Faith for honor? Or was it part of his revenge for something that had happened between them ten years ago?
The Marriage Experiment (Secret Passions)
by Catherine SpencerAn explosive passion!Dr. Grant Madison's return might be causinga stir amongst the single women of Springdale,but he's back for one reason only—to rebuildhis marriage.When he and Olivia first got married, theyhad one thing in common—the naive beliefthat blazing passion was all they needed. Aseries of hard lessons later, both are wiser,but apart. Now Grant has another proposal:to put passion on the back burner until they'veestablished a foundation of friendship and truston which to try again.A simple, sensible experiment—that's if they canresist each other long enough!
Marriage for Real
by Emma RichmondSarah and Jed's marriage is in jeopardy. Their wedding had been hastily arranged-but afterward they'd lost their unborn baby, and with it the reason for their marriage. Yet Sarah knows she's deeply in love with her husband....Jed is the strong, silent type; Sarah has no idea what he feels for her, and she's afraid to ask. After weeks of polite, awkward tolerance, they've reached a make-or-break situation. One of them must reach out, communicate, declare their true feelings. But will it be Sarah or Jed? And will they at last make their marriage real, a marriage that could lead to a family?
Marriage in the Underworld: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Lin XiZhuiI have to start from the point of forming a relationship with her … Everything has to change from the time I formed my yin kinship …
Marriage in the Underworld: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Lin XiZhuiI have to start from the point of forming a relationship with her … Everything has to change from the time I formed my yin kinship …
Marriage in the Underworld: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Lin XiZhuiI have to start from the point of forming a relationship with her … Everything has to change from the time I formed my yin kinship …
Marriage in the Underworld: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Lin XiZhuiI have to start from the point of forming a relationship with her … Everything has to change from the time I formed my yin kinship …
Marriage in the Underworld: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Lin XiZhuiI have to start from the point of forming a relationship with her … Everything has to change from the time I formed my yin kinship …
Marriage in the Underworld: Volume 6 (Volume 6 #6)
by Lin XiZhuiI have to start from the point of forming a relationship with her … Everything has to change from the time I formed my yin kinship …