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Bed of Lies
by Paula RoeBanker Luke De Rossi must sell the Australian beach house he inherited from his mobster uncle, fast. But then he runs up against Beth Jones. Is she the rightful tenant? A reporter out for a scoop? His uncle's lover? Luke wants answers-almost as much as he wants Beth.The last thing Beth needs is this hunky magnet for media attention breathing down her neck. She has a lot to hide. And falling hard for Luke as he gets closer-and tries to evict her!-isn't helping things.Separately, they have each made their bed. Now they'll lie in it...together.
Bedazzled: A Once Upon A Future Story
by PelaamOn the space station Niteo, Jem still mourns the loss of his father while his stepfamily treats him like a servant. When he saves a stranger’s life, Jem’s world and that of his best friend Byron is turned upside down. Jem is bedazzled by the charming Prinz and Byron -- who hides a secret of his own -- by Herne, Prinz’s friend and colleague.Byron and Herne collide in a tempestuous relationship, while Prinz gently courts Jem.But Jem discovers Prinz is the son of a ruthless businessman who covets the family business, and he thinks Prinz is using their budding relationship for ulterior motives. Furthermore, when Herne investigates the disappearance or Jem’s father, something shocking is uncovered.Will Herne find the truth in time to save Jem?
Bedeviled Angel (Works Like Magick #2)
by Annette BlairAn enchanting new novel from a national bestselling sensation At the Works Like Magick employment Agency in Salem, Massachusetts, matching clients in need with magical temps is a piece of cake, especially since sexy Chance Gordricson also happens to be heaven-sent. He's Kenya Saint-Denis's guardian angel. And when he's hired to keep an eye on her and the two surrogate children she's become saddled with, he just might fall prey to temptation.
Bedfellow
by Jeremy C. ShippFrom Jeremy C. Shipp, the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of The Atrocities, comes a tense dark fantasy novel of psychological horror in Bedfellow. It broke into their home and set up residence in their minds.When the . . . thing first insinuated itself into the Lund family household, they were bemused. Vaguely human-shaped, its constantly-changing cravings seemed disturbing, at first, but time and pressure have a way of normalizing the extreme. Wasn’t it always part of their lives?As the family make more and greater sacrifices in service to the beast, the thrall that binds them begins to break down. Choices must be made. Prices must be paid. And the Lunds must pit their wits against a creature determined to never let them go.It's psychological warfare. Sanity is optional.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Bedknobs and Broomsticks
by Mary NortonA brand new paperback edition of BEDKNOBS AND BROOMSTICKS, comprising the two favourite magical classics THE MAGIC BEDKNOB and BONFIRES AND BROOMSTICKS.When prim and proper Miss Price from next door falls off her broomstick, Carey, Charles and Paul discover that she's actually a witch. In order to keep them quiet, Miss Price gives the three children a gift - an enchanted bedknob that will whisk them off anywhere they want, for as long as they keep her secret. And so their adventures begin...Discover The Magic Bedknob and Bonfires and Broomsticks, two stories full of magic from much-loved author Mary Norton, and the inspiration behind the classic film.
Bedlam
by Christopher BrookmyreHEAVEN IS A PRISON. HELL IS A PLAYGROUND.Ross Baker is an overworked scientist developing medical technology for corporate giant Neurosphere, but he'd rather be playing computer games than dealing with his nightmare boss or slacker co-workers.He volunteers as a test candidate for the new tech - anything to get out of the office for a few hours. But when he emerges from the scanner he discovers he's not only escaped the office, but possibly escaped real life for good. He's trapped in Starfire - a video game he played as a child - with no explanation, no backup and, most terrifyingly, no way out.
Bedlam
by Christopher BrookmyreHEAVEN IS A PRISON. HELL IS A PLAYGROUND.Ross Baker is an overworked scientist developing medical technology for corporate giant Neurosphere, but he'd rather be playing computer games than dealing with his nightmare boss or slacker co-workers.He volunteers as a test candidate for the new tech - anything to get out of the office for a few hours. But when he emerges from the scanner he discovers he's not only escaped the office, but possibly escaped real life for good. He's trapped in Starfire - a video game he played as a child - with no explanation, no backup and, most terrifyingly, no way out.
Bedlam (World Fallen #3)
by Susanna StromFate brought them together, but happiness has a price.The pandemic has ravaged the world and taken everything from Sunny McAllister. But when she literally collides with her older brother's best friend—the guy she’s lusted after for years—hope and desire spark anew.Rich, handsome, happy-go-lucky Kyle Chamberlain used to lead a charmed existence. Since society collapsed, he's had to fight for everything—food, survival, and the safety of others. Now that he's found Sunny, his focus is on protecting her, which means getting her to the secluded ranch where he's made a safe home with his friends. Only Sunny's not the starry-eyed innocent he remembers. The heat between them burns as bright as it has in her fantasies, but as much as she wants a life with Kyle, she's determined not to abandon their hometown and its survivors.When a powerful old acquaintance rides into town with his private army, he promises Sunny and Kyle the keys to the kingdom if they join forces with him. But deals that sound too good to be true usually are.Can Sunny and Kyle have it all? Or will they lose what’s most important—each other?Bedlam is the third novel in the exciting World Fallen series.
Bedlam Boyz (Bedlam's Bard #3)
by Ellen GuonAfter her friend is shot, Kayla uses her healing powers. When the city's gangs find out, they want to use her powers for evil.
Bedlam Planet
by John BrunnerEverything about the planet revolving about Sigma Draconis seemed to indicate that here was a world that could be made into a second Earth. It was fertile and lacked native inhabitants and dangerous beasts. Then what was troubling the pioneer colony that had landed and set up shop there? Was it really possible just to create a new Earth on any vacant world waiting a landing? Or was there a lot more to planetary ecologies than humanity realized?
Bedlam Planet
by John BrunnerEverything about the planet revolving about Sigma Draconis seemed to indicate that here was a world that could be made into a second Earth. It was fertile and lacked native inhabitants and dangerous beasts. Then what was troubling the pioneer colony that had landed and set up shop there? Was it really possible just to create a new Earth on any vacant world waiting a landing? Or was there a lot more to planetary ecologies than humanity realized?
Bedroom Secrets
by Michelle CelmerPlayboy Tyler Douglasloved everything aboutwomen—how they looked,the way they smelled, howthey felt and tasted…. Butafter a recent embarrassingencounter, he was afraid tohave anything to do withthem. Until Tina Deluca, with her sweet innocent faceand curvaceous body, walked into his life. He couldn'tresist the shy virgin, especially when she offered tohelp him get over his “problem” with a sensual coursein Lovemaking 101. They tried to take it slowly, butsoon touching turned to kissing, and kissing turned totasting…and Tyler realized he was in over his head.Was he finally ready to offer his heart—and his body—to love?
The Bedroom Secrets of the Master Chefs: A Novel
by Irvine Welsh"A family saga, a revenge fantasy, a Twilight Zone-esque parable, and, most importantly, a very fun read." —Entertainment Weekly This story of two men locked in a war of wills that threatens their very existence is vintage Irvine Welsh. Troubled restaurant inspector Danny Skinner is on a quest to find the mysterious father his mother will not identify. Unraveling this hidden information is the key to understanding the crippling compulsions that threaten to wreck his young life. His ensuing journey takes him from the festival city of Edinburgh to the foodie city of San Francisco. But the hard-drinking, womanizing Skinner has a strange nemesis in the form of mild-mannered fellow inspector Brian Kibby. It is Skinner's unfathomable, obsessive hatred of Kibby that takes over everything, threatening to destroy not only Skinner and his mission but also those he loves most dearly. When Kibby contracts a horrific, undiagnosable illness, Skinner understands that his destiny is inextricably bound to that of his hated rival, and he is faced with a terrible dilemma. Irvine Welsh's work is a transgressive parable about the great obsessions of our time: food, sex, and celebrity.
Bedtime for Yeti
by Vin VogelSnuggle up with this sweet bedtime story about friendship and bravery that&’s sure to give you the warm fuzzies. Yeti loves his stuffed toy Chunk. They play together all day and snuggle up under the covers each night. But when Chunk goes missing, Yeti has to go to bed alone in the shadowy dark. Unless, of course, he can summon all his courage to stage a dramatic rescue—Yeti-style! This is the second picture book written and illustrated by Vin Vogel. His debut, The Thing About Yetis, was described as &“sweet and funny&” by The New York Times, and Booklist called it &“a cozy—and comforting—companion.&”
Bedtime Games
by Nick KellerBrand-new horror from Nick Keller (Death Head), Conor Nolan (Jim Henson's The Storyteller: Giants), and Kelly Fitzpatrick (Shade the Changing Girl).As summer comes to an end, three friends start senior year with a bang by exploring the mysterious past of their school. But before the night is over, their adventure turns into trouble when the kids set loose an evil that seeks to prey on their worst nightmares.
Bedtime Stories: Bedtime Stories: The Junior Novel
by DISNEY BOOK GROUPNight manager at the swanky Madison hotel Skeeter Bronson is about to begin fighting for his job when he gets roped in to baby-sit his niece and nephew. He figured it should be a walk in the park, but when his bedtime stories start coming true he doesn't know if it's a blessing or a curse! Soon rainbow gumballs start falling from the sky...and that's not even the strangest thing that happens!
Bee: The Princess of the Dwarfs
by Anatole FranceWhen her true love is abducted by mysterious creatures, a girl must summon the strength to save him From the moment they met as young children, Bee and George have been bound together by a deep love. But when George goes off on a quest to a forbidden lake, home to dangerous water nymphs, it is up to Bee to rescue him. On her adventure she meets Loc, the king of the dwarfs, who proves to be more kind and generous than the humans she knows. Even as he showers her with riches in an attempt to make her stay, Bee never loses sight of her purpose: finding George. She will do anything to get him back. A fairy tale for all ages, Bee: The Princess of the Dwarfs is a classic that has delighted children and adults alike for more than a century with its ebullient characters and wondrous worlds. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.
Bee Bakshi and the Gingerbread Sisters
by Emi PintoInspired by Hansel and Gretel, this spooky ghost story and touching debut investigates the gingerbread houses that we trap ourselves in when we don’t learn to love ourselves as we are, perfect for fans of Ghost Squad and The Girl and the Ghost.Bee wanted to spend the summer reading Betsy Chillers books and exploring the new spooky theme park with her best friend. Instead, she’s spending the summer trapped at Storm Lake with her too loud, too thrifty, and too Indian family.Luckily, Bee finds a place to escape her embarrassment—a magical house across the lake that transforms her into the cool girl she always wanted to be. Maybe cottage life isn’t so bad after all! But strange dreams are haunting Bee, and there’s a chill in her bones she just can’t shake.Bee follows her hunch—and the scent of gingerbread—to Lucas, the dorky boy next door. He thinks there are ghosts in the forest, but new friend Alina tells her what Bee has feared all along: There’s a witch at Storm Lake. And she’s coming for Bee.
Beep! Beep! Go to Sleep!
by Todd Tarpley John RoccoA playful robot bedtime story, illustrated by Caldecott Honoree John Rocco! Includes Read-Aloud/Read-to-Me functionality, where available.Book Description:When his three rambunctious robots give every possible excuse not to go to sleep, what's a little boy to do? With a fun refrain that will have readers of all ages chanting along, here's a book that kids will be begging to read every night before bed.
Beer Vormwisselaar Miljardair: Vier Boek Alpha Roman Bundel
by Aj Tipton Marinus Henricus KruissenBeer miljardairs vechten voor hun ware liefde. Deze serie vol actie gaat over sterke mannen, vrouwenvol zelfvertrouwen, stomende liefdesscenes in een magische multidimensionele wereld die de zinnen prikkelt. Erfgenaam voor de Alpha: Orson loopt weg voor verplichtingen. Casey wil alleen maar verbazingwekkend lekker eten koken. Als ze met elkaar in botsing komen is het effect eenvoudig heerlijk. Deze novelle bevat kookscenes waarbij u het water in de mond loopt, angstaanjagende gevechten tussen vormwisselaars en een liefde zo heet dat de spetters er van af vliegen. Mannen voor de Alpha: Cleo is een Alpha en CEO van haar eigen heel succesvol bedrijf. Titus en Conner hebben een boerderij dat een toevluchtsoord is voor supernatuurlijke wezens. Als Cleo op hun boerderij belandt vliegen de vonken echt in het rond. Deze spetterende novelle voor de volwassen lezers bevatten een letterlijke rol in het hooi, natte en hete gevechten tegen het vuur en een liefde, magisch tot de derde macht. Het domein van de Alpha: Sally heeft net ontdekt dat ze een heks is. Ben probeert de moord op zijn clan te wreken. Zijn die twee te veel afgeleidt om te merken dat ze verliefd worden, op elkaar? Deze paranormale roman voor volwassenen gaat over sexy vormwisselaars, explosieve magie en een romance op de werkplek die zo heet is dat zelfs de koudste harten zullen smelten. Alpha's Kerstvlam: Dean is een brandweerman die geen geluk heeft. Donna is een briljante miljardair die probeert zichzelf te bewijzen. Hun avonturen op zoek naar de liefde gaat ook over moedige pixies, stomende strip-poker en een brandweer-romance die te heet is om aan te pakken. Het geheel speelt zich af in dezelfde wereld als de "The Elemental Viking" serie van AJ Tipton en bevat memorabele hoofdrolspelers, zoals Lola, de misteriueze bovennatuurlijke bardame die meer weet dan ze ooit zal vertellen, Audrey, een heks met een tal
The Bees: A Novel
by Laline PaullThe Handmaid’s Tale meets The Hunger Games in this brilliantly imagined debut set in an ancient culture where only the queen may breed and deformity means death.Flora 717 is a sanitation worker, a member of the lowest caste in her orchard hive where work and sacrifice are the highest virtues and worship of the beloved Queen the only religion. But Flora is not like other bees. With circumstances threatening the hive’s survival, her curiosity is regarded as a dangerous flaw but her courage and strength are an asset. She is allowed to feed the newborns in the royal nursery and then to become a forager, flying alone and free to collect pollen. She also finds her way into the Queen’s inner sanctum, where she discovers mysteries about the hive that are both profound and ominous.But when Flora breaks the most sacred law of all—daring to challenge the Queen’s fertility—enemies abound, from the fearsome fertility police who enforce the strict social hierarchy to the high priestesses jealously wedded to power. Her deepest instincts to serve and sacrifice are now overshadowed by an even deeper desire, a fierce maternal love that will bring her into conflict with her conscience, her heart, her society—and lead her to unthinkable deeds.Thrilling, suspenseful and spectacularly imaginative, The Bees gives us a dazzling young heroine and will change forever the way you look at the world outside your window.
The Beetle: Large Print (Haunted Library Horror Classics)
by Richard MarshA creature that seems to have crawled out of our worst nightmares...Meet Paul Lessingham: an up-and-coming statesman, known for his unflappable calm, winning the respect of his peers and the admiration of the people with his powerful convictions and finely crafted speeches in Parliament. A man at the height of his powers, politically and personally, recently engaged to a beautiful young woman who adores him. A man on top of the world—reduced to a cowering, sniveling heap of abject terror at the utterance of two words: "The BEETLE!"Set in London at the end of the nineteenth century, this blood-chilling tale is told from the viewpoints of four characters who have the distinct misfortune of stumbling into a diabolical scheme of revenge, with a scorned would-be lover—a strange, seemingly magical creature—at its core. Snubbed marriage proposals, secret engagements, deadly chemical experiments, and mysterious visitors all weave their hypnotic spell upon the reader, culminating in a desperate hunt for an abducted young woman whose life, it seems, is the price to be paid for her lover's indiscretion some twenty years prior.Though published the same year as Bram Stoker's Dracula, Richard Marsh's The Beetle was far more popular in its day. This curated edition, based on the original 1897 publication by Skeffington and Sons, London, will horrify and delight the modern reader with its timeless tale of jealousy and its many hideous faces—as relevant today as it was over 100 years ago.
Beetle Boy (Battle of the Beetles #1)
by M. G. LeonardIn this “hugely entertaining adventure with . . . characters worthy of Roald Dahl,” a boy searches for his father with help from an extraordinary beetle (The Guardian).Darkus Cuttle can’t believe his eyes when a huge insect drops off the pants leg of his horrible new neighbor. It’s a giant beetle—and it seems to want to communicate with him. But how can a boy be friends with a beetle? And what does a beetle have to do with the disappearance of his dad and the arrival of the terrifying Lucretia Cutter, with her taste for creepy fashion?The first book of a trilogy, Beetle Boy is a darkly hilarious adventure full of exotic beetles, daring schemes, and true friendship.“Truly great storytelling.” —Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse“Leonard gives readers a rare glimpse into the world of insects, mixing adventure, mystery, and science . . . Even the most squeamish will be charmed.” —Publishers Weekly“Thrilling . . . An original new voice in children’s literature.” —The Times“Enchanting.” —The Daily Telegraph
The Beetle in the Anthill (Rediscovered Classics)
by Arkady Strugatsky Boris Strugatsky Olena BormashenkoToday, Russian authors Arkady and Boris Strugatsky are counted among the best science fiction writers of the twentieth century. In their Noon Universe novels, they imagined twenty-second-century Earth as a space-faring communist utopia, devoted to guiding the progress of civilization on alien worlds. But as the authors became increasingly disillusioned with life in the Soviet Union, their Noon Universe stories grew darker and more complex as well.The Beetle in the Anthill reintroduces Maxim Kammerer, the main character of their novel The Inhabited Island. Once an intrepid young space explorer, Kammerer is now an investigator with COMCON-2, the covert agency in charge of countering threats to the homeworld. He is tasked with tracking "progressor" Lev Abalkin, who has returned to Earth after a routine mission went tragically wrong. Do the secrets of Abalkin's past pose a grave danger to humanity—or is he an innocent caught up in a deadly misunderstanding?This new edition by lauded translator Olena Bormashenko joins updated translations of Hard to Be a God, The Inhabited Island, and The Waves Extinguish the Wind to continue the ever-deepening saga of the Noon Universe.