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Marriage Is Just the Beginning
by Betty Jane Sanders"We'll marry for the child...."That's what Grant Parker and Sharon O'Riley agreed to when they went down the aisle together. But then there was that kiss....A kiss that changed a lonely widower into an expectant husband whose heart thudded for the wife in the bedroom next door....A kiss that transformed a plain jane like Sharon into a blushing bride....Somewhere between tucking their sweet daughter into bed and sharing breakfast with her new family, Sharon realized she wanted more out of her marriage-she wanted Grant! But could a prim-and-practical woman convince her ruggedly handsome husband to love again?
The Marriage Knot
by Mary McBrideShe Was Too Much Woman For Half A ManDelaney cursed the wayward bullet that had made him less than what he'd been. A jewel like Hannah Dancer deserved more than he could ever be again. And besides, she belonged to someone else. But fate, it seemed, had other plans....The Law Had Moved In On Hannah DancerHer late husband's shocking bequest had given their home to Sheriff Gabriel Delaney-and left her with more than one surprise. For now this hard-muscled, brooding lawman had taken up residence in her home-and in her heart!
A Marriage Made in Italy
by Rebecca WintersA brooding Italian... With a dark family history, single dad Leon Malatesta is determined to keep his baby daughter out of the headlines. And so, when a striking woman starts asking questions around the sun-kissed town of Rimini, Leon's protective instinct goes into overdrive. ...and a mysterious beauty! Only, Belle Peterson turns out to be the long-lost daughter of his stepmother! Her innocence touches Leon's locked-away heart in a way he never believed possible after losing his wife. Now Belle brings the possibility of a new future for them all...if only he can convince her he wants to marry her for love, not just to give them all the family they want so much....
Marriage Make-Over (To Have and to Hold)
by Ally BlakeShe was supposed to be"single and loving it"...Kelly works hard to love every minute of beingsingle. She even started writing a column about it-but she harbors a secret she could never tell herreaders...she’s married!Instead she finds she’s inlove-with her husband!She hasn’t seen her hubby in five years-until now!To her horror, her famed column has broughtgorgeous Simon hotfooting back to Melbourne.Kelly thought this was a good opportunity to handhim the divorce papers...but Simon has somethingelse in mind-a marriage make-over!
Marriage Material
by Ally BlakeLawyer Romy Bridgeport is used to demanding clients-but millionaire Sebastian Fox wins hands down! Allhe’s ever wanted is a happy marriage and kids-so he’sasked Romy to make him into marriage material! Doessuch a project require all Romy’s legal training? Er, no-yet as a valued client, Romy has to take him on...Only, when her work is done, Romy canthink of only one suitable wife: herself!
Marriage of Inconvenience
by Cheryl BolenRevisit this classic Regency romance by Cheryl Bolen!Proposing to the Earl of Aynsley seems a sensible—if unconventional—solution to Miss Rebecca Peabody’s predicament. As a married woman, she will be free to keep writing her essays on civil reform. Meanwhile, the distinguished widower will gain a stepmother for his seven children and a caretaker for his vast estate. But the earl wants more than a convenient bride. He craves a true partner, a woman he can cherish. To his surprise, the bookish Miss Peabody appears to have every quality he desires…except the willingness to trust her new husband. Yet despite his family’s interference, and her steadfast independence, time and faith could make theirs a true marriage of hearts.Originally published in 2012
The Marriage of Inconvenience
by Nina SinghHer lawfully wedded husband…again? When Angeline Scott&’s business is in trouble, she turns to the one man who can help—RJ Davet. She needs him to pose as her husband to secure a vital deal. Surely that shouldn&’t be too difficult, seeing as RJ played that role spectacularly well until their marriage fell apart! Opening the door to RJ again makes Angel realize something immediately: she s never gotten over him. But can she convince him of that before this deal is struck and he walks out of her life once more?
The Marriage of Sticks
by Jonathan CarrollAfter a high school reunion, a woman loses her grip on realityMiranda marches into her high school reunion with the confidence of a professional at the top of her field. But inside she is lost, disenchanted with her career, and as alone as a person can possibly be. As a teenager in Crane's View, she fell in love with unrepentant bad boy James Stillman, and though they never slept together, he thrilled her as no man has since. She returns to her hometown hoping to reconnect with him, but learns at the reunion that he was killed in a car crash years ago. In the weeks that follow, Miranda is haunted by visions of the past. First she sees James, alive and healthy, and more chilling hallucinations follow. Seeking distraction, she dives into an ill-advised love affair that turns darker than she could ever imagine. To find peace, Miranda must learn to walk the razor-thin line that separates this world from the one that follows. This ebook contains an all-new introduction by Jonathan Carroll, as well as an exclusive illustrated biography of the author including rare images from his personal collection.
The Marriage of Sticks
by Jonathan CarrollThe Marriage of Sticks by Jonathan Carroll is a surreal and introspective novel that blends elements of magical realism with psychological drama. The story revolves around Miranda Romanac, a successful and independent woman in her thirties who works in New York City as a dealer of rare books. Despite her career success, Miranda leads a somewhat detached and self-centered life, prioritizing her own needs and desires over meaningful connections with others.Mirandaa’s life makes an unexpected turn when she encounters Hugh Oakley, an older man with whom she begins a relationship. Hugh is both enigmatic and fascinating. Their relationship is intense and fulfilling in a way she has never experienced.As the story progresses, Miranda's life becomes increasingly surreal. She begins to experience strange and unsettling visions, as well as encounters with ghostly figures from her past. These supernatural elements appear to be manifestations of her unresolved guilt and emotional wounds she has inflicted on others throughout her life. One of these encounters is with a woman who claims to be her future self, warning her about the consequences of her choices.The novel's title, The Marriage of Sticks, refers to a metaphorical ceremony that represents the union of the past and present, the merging of one's actions and their consequences. As Miranda delves deeper into her own psyche, she is forced to confront the mistakes she has made, particularly in her relationships with others. The novel explores themes of regret, redemption, and the possibility of change.
Marriage on Her Mind
by Cindi MyersDanger! Marriage Ahead!It took a lot of courage to leave her groom at the altar. But Casey Jernigan knows she made the perfect decision, and she isn't about to make the same mistake twice. That's why she's come to Crested Butte, Colorado, to live life on her own terms. She's instantly smitten by the town and its colorful inhabitants. That goes double for her irresistible new landlord.With his bad-boy good looks and footloose ways, Max Overbridge is definitely not the marrying kind. Which is just fine with Casey. Until she realizes she may have met Mr. Right! What will it take to convince the town's most popular bachelor that wedding bells are in both their futures?
Marriage on the Agenda
by Lee WilkinsonIn love with a stranger?When Loris Bergman attended a party to celebrate the merger of her father's company with Cosby's, a huge American corporation, she couldn't shake off the feeling that one of the men attending was familiar to her. Jonathan Drummond insisted they were strangers! Despite his evasiveness about the role he played at Cosby's, a night spent with Jonathan convinced Loris that she loved him. But what, exactly, was on Jonathan's agenda? Marriage…or revenge?
The Marriage Pact
by Elizabeth DukeBride for hire?Money couldn't buy love, but would it buy Adam Tate a wife? Claire needed a plane ticket home, and money to help her sister. Adam promised to help-on the condition that Claire became his wife and mother to his two-year-old son, Jamie!Adam was rich, charming and gorgeous. And the deal was simple: one short wedding ceremony, and Claire's problems would be over! Financially, at least. But she knew Adam would be a hard man to walk away from. Was Claire ready to promise her heart for better, for worse...forever?"Ms Duke captivates readers with...intense passion, a strong emotional conflict and endearing characters."-Romantic Times
Marriage Prey
by Annette BroadrickMesmerized by her beauty and innocence, Steve Antonelli rescued stranded Robin McAlister and welcomed her to his island hideaway. The viviacious virgin was much too young for the world-weary homicide detective, but her yearning kisses stirred up fierce emotions in him. Still, there was no way he was going to be anyone’s marriage prey. Until Robin’s fiercely overprotective brothers hand-delivered to Steve an invitation—to his own shotgun wedding!
The Marriage Rescue (Harlequin Historical Ser. #Vol. 592)
by Joanna JohnsonRescued by her enemyWill she meet him at the altar?Romani Selina Agres has despised the gentry ever since her mother was murdered by a cruel aristocrat. But she’s not sure what to think when Edward Fulbrooke, that very man’s nephew, rescues her from an angry horde. Edward may be different from other nobles, but Selina’s distrust runs deep. So she’s shocked when he proposes marriage to protect her and her people! Can she accept?The Marriage Rescue is Joanna Johnson’s gripping debut!
The Marriage Solution (Fatherhood)
by Megan KellyTara Montgomery is nobody's fool. She's known love 'em and leave 'em types before-heck, she was left pregnant by one. There's no way charmingDylan Ross can tempt her into anything. Except the womanizing bachelor has more in common with Tara than she'd like. He's just discovered he's a father to a four-year-old girl. Single parenthood is tough, and Dylan needs the daycare employee's help.But Tara has her own problems. In a vicious custody battle, a high school diploma and empty bank account are no defense. Throw in "single working mother," and Tara could lose her son. That's the only reason she's considering Dylan's outlandish proposal. Marriage may be their only solution, but Tara is going into it with her eyes open. Her son has to come first-no matter what her heart wants.
The Marriage Truce
by Ann Elizabeth CreeFeuding FamiliesThe Chandlers and the St. Clairs had been feuding for years. When Jessica St. Clair wanted to marry Adam Chandler, the two families were forced to meet. Devin St. Clair, the Marquis of Huntington, had no idea when he attended the betrothal party that he would become smitten with a Chandler himself! The object of an odious man’s attentions, Sarah Chandler was thrilled that Dev had come to her rescue. But when her family assumed it was Dev who had compromised her, they were pressed into marriage. Would their sudden wedding lead them to love?
The Marriage Ultimatum
by Jean KincaidJUAN ANTONIO HAS A PROBLEMJuan Antonio Fuentes wants to sell his father’s mango plantation. But before he can leave Mexico and head back to the U.S., he has to bring in a good crop. And that calls for the best fruit inspector in the region. But when a beautiful woman sets foot on his land, his life and his heart are turned upside down.Dealing with difficult men is all in a day’s work for Carina Garza. But she’s never met anyone like Antonio before. He’s both strong and sweet, and soon she’s falling head over heels for the handsome plantation owner. When he proposes marriage to her-with the condition she never work again-Carina is stunned. Can this modern woman earn both love and respect from her traditional man?
Marriage Under Suspicion
by Sara Craven"Your husband loves another woman."The note was signed "A Friend," but no friend would ever do that to another woman. Could it be true? Was Kate Lassiter's marriage falling apart? She still loved her husband, Ryan, still thrilled at his touch, but how long was it since they'd last made love?On the surface they had it all: successful careers, a lovely home and the perfect marriage. But if Ryan had committed the ultimate betrayal, then revenge was no answer. Kate wanted her husband back and she was prepared to fight to keep him. Because while her marriage was under suspicion there was no way she could tell Ryan she was expecting his baby!
The Marriage Wish & God's Gift
by Dee HendersonStories of sweet second chances from bestselling author Dee HendersonThe Marriage WishA birthday wish leads lonely bachelor Scott Williams to Jennifer St. James...but love is the last thing on Jennifer's mind. Weighed down with sadness and regret, she's certain happiness is out of reach. Only patience, faith and everlasting love can make their marriage wishes come true.God's GiftMission work in Africa is James Graham's life.So when an injury exiles him home, he's left adrift. Can he find new purpose with Rachel Ashcroft? The lovely volunteer's care packages always cheered him while he was in Africa. Now it's James's turn to make her happy...for the rest of his life.
A Marriage Worth Keeping
by Kate DentonFor better, for worse...So much for their wedding vows! Leslie Campbell had had enough of her husband, Hugh, putting his career before their marriage, and had left. Now she was back in Texas, with no money and nowhere to live. There was only one person she could turn to-Hugh!But Hugh wanted to give their marriage a second chance...so he offered a solution to Leslie's problems-she could move back in with him! Suddenly Leslie found herself fighting her attraction for Hugh-but with emotions running high, temptation resulted in a night of passion...and passion made a baby! Could it be that this was a marriage worth keeping after all?
A Marriage Worth Saving
by Therese BeharrieNever too late... Once, Mila Thomas had love, marriage and the promise of the family she'd always longed for, until tragedy struck. Now, with the ink still drying on her divorce papers, no matter how painful it is, it's time to move on... To begin again? Leaving Mila was the hardest thing Jordan's ever had to do. However, when fate brings them back together, he's reminded of what drew him to his beautiful wife in the first place, and he wonders if it's ever too late to try again?
A Marriage Worth Waiting For
by Susan FoxWhen Selena Keith is injured in a car crash, Morgan Conroe demands she move into his home! Selena hasn’t seen Morgan for two long years, though her love for him still burns strong.... Morgan has always been cool and controlled, but looking after Selena makes him realize what he let go before-and now that his Selena is home, he’s not letting her go again....
Married . . . Again
by Stephanie DoyleThe only thing she wasn’t prepared for was life itself...Eleanor desperately loved her husband, Max Harper, but when he chose his research work over their marriage one more time, she had no choice but to file for divorce. She couldn’t know that his ship would go down in a storm in the North Atlantic. Two years later, she’s buried him in the past, launched a thriving business and even started dating again. She’s getting her life together and she’s doing just great, she tells anybody who asks her. But she’s absolutely not prepared for what—or who—is about to step into her mom’s study next...
Married by High Noon
by Leigh GreenwoodSince childhood Dana had dreamed of marrying her best friend's big brother. But plainspoken Gabe couldn't picture glamorous Dana as his small-town bride, and he sent her packing. Now, though, Dana was coming home to Iron Springs, named joint guardian with Gabe to his sister's little boy. And the only way they could keep precious Danny was to wed-TOMORROW!This husband, this child-this family-would complete her. But could Dana bear a mere marriage of convenience to the man of her dreams? Or would Gabe finally open his eyes to her love-before their wedding at high noon?
Married By Mistake!
by Renee RoszelThe wedding pretense...When Lucy Crosby's ex-fiancé came to town, parading his new bride-to-be for all the world to see, she longed to wipe the smug smile off his face once and for all. But presenting the disturbingly attractive Jack Gallagher as her own new fiancé was definitely not what Lucy had in mind. Nor was undergoing a fake wedding ceremony-another of stepbrother Jack's bright ideas.His performance as her doting husband was certainly inspired-he even had Lucy half convinced he was in love with her. But had the whole pretense been a mistake? Because now that they were on their fake honeymoon, Lucy found herself suddenly wishing it was all for real!ENCHANTED BRIDES-Wanted: three dream husbands for three loving sisters."The D'Amour myth and an absolutely wonderful heroine make this story superb."-Rendezvous on To Marry a Stranger