The Admiral's Daughter by Tom Milton (Nepperhan Press) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Kristy McKay, a young woman from Mississippi living in New York in the early 1960s, is trying to expiate the original sin of slavery on which her family fortune was built. She is active in the civil rights movement in conflict with her father, a retired admiral who is a white supremacist. She suspects that he is behind the violence against civil rights activists in Mississippi, and unable to live with the possibility that her father is having people killed, she needs to learn the truth so that she can finally free herself from a legacy of guilt and hatred.

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The Holler by Thomas Bell (13 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

The Holler is an immersive novel that grabs you from the very first page and doesn't let go. Set in the eerie and atmospheric backdrop of rural Kentucky, this story intricately weaves elements of folklore, family bonds, and the supernatural, creating a rich tapestry that is both haunting and heartwarming. The protagonist's journey is compelling and relatable. The twin brothers, whose close bond is tested by the mysterious and ominous Holler, are well-developed characters who evoke a deep sense of empathy. Their adventures, misadventures, and ultimate quest for truth are thrilling and emotionally charged, making the reader feel like a part of their journey. Bell's portrayal of the rural Kentucky setting is nothing short of masterful. His descriptions are vivid and evocative, bringing to life the foggy, mysterious landscapes and the tight-knit, if somewhat insular, communities that populate them. The Holler itself is a character in its own right, shrouded in mystery and menace, with a palpable presence that looms over the narrative. The dialogue in "The Holler" is particularly noteworthy. Bell has a keen ear for the regional dialect, and his characters speak in a way that feels authentic and true to their roots. This not only adds to the realism of the story but also immerses the reader in the world he has created. The conversations between the characters are natural and flow seamlessly, providing insight into their personalities and relationships. One of the standout aspects of the novel is its exploration of folklore and the supernatural. Bell skillfully blends these elements with the everyday lives of his characters, creating a sense of wonder and dread. The tales of demons, haunted woods, and ancient curses are woven into the fabric of the community, influencing the characters' beliefs and actions. This fusion of the ordinary and the extraordinary is handled with finesse, keeping the reader engaged and intrigued. The emotional core of the story lies in the ...

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Hugh: A Hero without a Novel by David Lawrence (Broadbound Publishing LLC) (115 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"Intriguing, ambitious, and pretty damn delightful. I thoroughly enjoyed 'Hugh' and it gave me a lot to think about. This is a unique and exhilarating journey." - Alexis Hall, author of Boyfriend Material From an old family trunk comes a manuscript which never saw the light of day. Its pages tell of a young man awakening to himself, his sexuality, and his world in this love letter to the era of Tom Jones. The slightly spoiled, slightly poetical, slightly absurd son of an ambitious baronet, Hugh Entwistle possesses the wealth and connections to make him a success in Georgian England. But before pursuing a sinecure in the military, he will spend the summer of 1768 at his country estate - far from the turmoil in London this politically volatile year. Only to discover a deeper, more profound turmoil within himself when he encounters the rebellious, and beautiful, son of the parish parson. So begins the hilarious and heart-breaking collapse of a well-ordered world. Hugh paints a sprawling canvas of 18th century England - a world of wig powder and heeled slippers, of connivers and blackmailers, in which the search for Liberty will require Hugh to redefine the rules of the game. Readers are enchanted with Hugh: A Hero without a Novel: "Sui generis, thoroughly interesting, fabulously vivid in place and time. It's extremely and realistically Georgian. A queer bildungsroman with more than a nod to Tom Jones, Tristram Shandy and the like. I found it absolutely fascinating... " - KJ Charles, author of The Secret Lives of Country Gentleman (The Doomsday Books) "'Hugh' is a deliciously satirical comedy, written in an antiquated syntax appropriate to the 18th century setting. At first entranced by, and then denied beauty, passion, and ecstasy (and what passion!... the Sorrows of Young Werther came to mind... ), Hugh becomes indifferent to offered pleasure until, at last, and in deathly fear of exposure, he attains the (outrageously, hilariously warped) Sublime." - Maria ...

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UNICORN an evocative and charming historical literary fiction novel by Marguerite Steen (Lume Books Historical Literary Fiction Sagas) Price verified 7 hours ago

In the years following World War One, Europe remains in turmoil... As if the war to end all wars was not enough, now revolution is bringing an end to the remnants of the old ways. Monarchs, princes and grand dukes all tumble. Only Rheingoldstein, a duchy so small as to be forgotten, remains untouched. Even when the Grand Duke foresees the inevitable, and removes himself from the situation, his steely widow presses on regardless. In her eyes, their daughter Margarethe must carry on the ducal tradition. But the choice is not hers to make. In the years that follow, Margarethe and her mother forge a new type of existence, a peripatetic, hand-to-mouth lifestyle that horrifies the mother but affords her daughter a degree of freedom. Margarethe, who lacks subtlety and elegance but has an abundance of courage and initiative, decides to make the most of that freedom. Her subsequent adventures take her across Europe, into the company of struggling artists and dubious companions. Then, somehow, she finds herself back home. And as she gives birth to what should have been the next Grand Duke, Margarethe senses that a new political movement may be stirring in Rheingoldstein... An epic tale that traces events in a momentous period in European history, Unicorn is bound to appeal to lovers of both historical and character-driven fiction alike. Praise for Marguerite Steen 'Miss Steen is a superb manipulator of scene, and she makes her places as alive as her people' - Daily Telegraph 'Rich and enjoyable' - The Observer 'fine scenes and piquant portraits' - The Sunday Times 'a vivid narrative' - Manchester Guardian 'full of colour and character' - John o' London's Weekly 'rich, lavish, violent, passionate' -Evening News Marguerite Steen (12 May 1894 - 4 August 1975) was a British writer. Very much at home among creative people, she wrote biographies of the Terrys, of her friend Hugh Walpole, of the 18th century poet and actress (and sometime mistress to the ...

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Measure of Devotion (Measure of Devotion Trilogy Book 1) by Caethes Faron (Branwen Press) (643 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

This is the first book in the Measure of Devotion trilogy. Jason Wadsworth is finally headed to university. Leaving behind his father's cattle ranch in favor of the posh, gaslit streets of Perdana, Jason is determined to climb the social ladder and forget his country roots. If only his father had gifted him with a more upscale slave. Kale's been a country slave his whole life. All he wants is to keep his head down and live as comfortable an existence as possible. Unfortunately, his dramatic master despises him and makes life difficult at every turn. Humbled by his first breakup, Jason grows to appreciate his ever-faithful slave and soon discovers that Kale is everything he's ever wanted. Now he needs to prove to Kale that his love is genuine. Kale, meanwhile, tries to convince himself that he simply feels the devotion of a slave to his master, but his actions prove what his mind is unwilling to accept: he's falling in love. When Jason's future happiness is in jeopardy, Kale sets himself on a course to make Jason's dreams come true, even if it means facing up to the fact that, for the first time in his life, he loves someone else more than he loves himself.

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Dancing with Lions and Other Stories: Relationships can make or break us all. by Anne Brooke (Anne Brooke Books) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Relationships, whether contemporary, fantastical or those lost in biblical history, can make or break us all... When love falls in a place you least expect it, the consequences can be life-affirming, life-destroying or even, on occasions, funny. Discover what happens when an artist falls in love with his model; when something as simple as fruit leads to passion; when marriage provides unexpected opportunities for lust or despair; and even when a dictionary encounters love. The results are guaranteed to surprise you. Perfect for fans of quirky relationships everywhere!... Reviews: "This collection of short stories dazzled me. Each story is wonderfully written. I think there is a particular challenge in writing a short story because every word has to count. Every word has to contribute to the world-building, character and plot development and Brooke has mastered this. It was a delight to turn the pages to discover what would come next. I am astonished at the variety of themes from the Old Testament to the paranormal. Each story is about a relationship, some of them quite surprising." (4 star Amazon review) "An eclectic collection of short stories from the strange to the biblical, all involving love. Of all the stories I especially enjoyed the biblical ones the most." (4-star Amazon review)

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The Lilac House: An utterly uplifting feel-good summer romance (Lake Summers Book 1) by Barbara Josselsohn (2,945 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

Can one summer house bring two broken hearts together? Summer escapes to Lilac House have always been a source of comfort for Anna Harris. Though things will never be the same since her husband's death, she knows that it is there, nestled in Lake Summers in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, that she and her children Zac and Evie can begin to build a new life. The house is just as beautiful as Anna remembers, and caught up in the rhythm of small town life, helping her Aunt Hope run the little shop on Main Street, Anna begins to feel a sense of herself she hasn't felt in years. Then she meets Aidan. Handsome, strong and quiet, he also knows what it's like to lose someone. In each other they recognize something they've both been missing and they feel a spark. But Aidan's past holds a different set of complications. He's hiding a secret about why he came to Lake Summers. And just as the Lilac House finally starts to feel like home, Anna learns something devastating about Greg's death that makes her question everything... The summer might have brought Anna and Aidan together, but can Anna finally let go of the past now she really has the chance for a new beginning? A beautiful story about moving on and finding yourself, The Lilac House will restore your faith in love and teach you that it's never too late the find the person who will change your life. For fans of Carolyn Brown, Jenny Hale and Mary Alice Monroe. What readers are saying about The Lilac House: "A beautiful story... I was completely entranced." Book Reviews By Shalini "This book was special... I cheered out loud! This was a feel-good romance that would be perfect for a vacation read or a day off. Fans of cute romances will not be disappointed!" (e)Book Nerd Reviews "A heartfelt bittersweet read... Whisks you away to the lake for your summer vacay!!... Absolutely gorgeous summer read." Bookworms United Book Club "Will touch your heart... I wanted the book to keep going ...

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Boxes of Time: Stories by Jack Matthews (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Stories about messy emotions, troubled families and damaged personalities. 11th Story Collection. Over his lifetime Jack Matthews (1925-2013) wrote over 200 stories, many of which were published in literary journals. Although stories varied widely in subject and style, they often could be described as urbane, philosophical, poetic and sardonic. Stories in Boxes of Time were mostly published between 1961 and 1981; they feature characters who are troubled or unsure of themselves trying to deal with life's usual disappointments. Stylistically, these stories are polished and carefully written, but they deal with messy emotions, troubled families and damaged personalities. The characters may not be as educated or self-assured as the people in his other collections, but they still manage to figure out interesting things about themselves and the people around them. Stories from this period focus especially on the emotional stresses that separate parents from their children. This ebook contains 24 stories by Jack Matthews which have never been collected, making it the author's largest story collection. Matthews picked "Boxes of Time" as the title for this collection because each story reveals the drama of worlds long since gone but whose dreams and fears and anxieties still resonate today.

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The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells (Pomodoro Books) (41 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

When an army of invading Martians lands in England, panic and terror seize the population. As the aliens traverse the country in huge three-legged machines, incinerating all in their path with a heat ray and spreading noxious toxic gases, the people of the Earth must come to terms with the prospect of the end of human civilization and the beginning of Martian rule. Inspiring films, radio dramas, comic-book adaptations, television series and sequels,The War of the Worlds is a prototypical work of science fiction which has influenced every alien story that has come since, and is unsurpassed in its ability to thrill, well over a century since it was first published.

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Pretty Little Flowers by Joyce Kay (9 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

What I wouldn't give for you. I would sacrifice everything. I would give my life. All you have to do is ask and I would stand upon the peak of a great mountain and fall to my certain death. In Victorian England, everything is done according to the rules of society, but when the Duke of Fetterfield dies, his daughter discovers a freedom that had been denied to her; the freedom to marry for love. And when Mr York comes back into her life, she believes her prayers have finally been answered. But her father's death also uncovers a shocking secret that could destroy them all. Pretty Little Flowers by Joyce Kay is about the choices we make, and how those choices force us to confront the truth of who we are.

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Connections eMagazine Vol 9 Issue 1: 1st Quarter 2023 (Connections eZine Book 21) by MPSmith Publishing (2 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Connections eMagazine is a quarterly publication created to help authors connect with readers, reviewers, and bloggers. The magazine is produced seasonally. IN THIS ISSUE... Naked and Afraid - Sam Mouzer bares it all. Exclusive interviews with critically acclaimed authors KC Frifant, Jennifer Lieberman, WL Hawkin and the writing duo Charles Breakfield and Roxanne Burkey, short stories, new releases and so much more

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Crowned By Love (The Yorkist Saga Book 1) by Diana Rubino (Next Chapter) (121 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

England, 1471. Adopted as a baby, Denys lives with her mother Elizabeth: queen and married to Edward IV. Denys makes numerous attempts to uncover her true lineage, but each effort comes to an abrupt and tragic end. Queen Elizabeth metes out Denys's ultimate degradation, when she marries her off to the ambitious Valentine Starbury. As her feelings for Valentine bloom into love, can she finally discover the truth about her past?

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Crossing the Mirage - Passing through youth by BS Murthy (Self Imprint) (1 Review)    Price verified 7 hours ago

If passing through youth was like crossing the mirage of life for Chandra and Nithya, it proved to be chasing the mirage of love for Sathya and Prema though for plain Vasavi, Chandra's pitiable sibling, it was the end of the road. As life brings Chandra, who suffers from an inferiority complex for his perceived ugliness, and Nithya, who was bogged down being jilted by Vasu, together, they script their fate of fulfillment. And as poetic justice would have it, Sathya, who caused Prema's heartburn, himself was led down the garden path by Kala, doing a Sathya on Sathya. Just not that, life has in store just deserts for Vasu owing to Nithya's retribution as he tries to stalk her. Besides, after many a fictional twist and turn, the way the story ends, challenges the perception that fact is stranger than fiction. The Beginning Youth is the mirror that tends us to the reality of our looks. The reflections of our visages that insensibly get implanted in our subconscious lend shape to our psyche to define the course of our life. This is the saga of Chandra's chequered life that mirrors this phenomenon in myriad ways. As perceived by the deprived, he had a fortunate birth. Yadagiri, his father, was the prominent pearl merchant in Hyderabad - Deccan, the seat of the Nizam's power in undivided India. The patronage of the royals and the nobles alike, helped add gloss to his pearls making him the nawab of the trade. Besides, Princely Pearls, his outlet near the Charminar, was a draw with the rich, out to humor their wives and adorn the mistresses. When Anasuya, Yadagir's wife, was expecting her second issue, trouble brewed in Telangana, the heart of the Nizam's province. While his subjects' surge to free themselves from his yoke clashed with the Nizam's urge to keep his gaddi, Sardar Patel's plans for a pan India was at odds with his designs to retain the Deccan belt as his princely pelf. 'With a go by to the nobility,' Yadagiri tried to envision his future, 'it could be ...

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Stone and Steel (Colossus Book 1) by David Blixt (Next Chapter) (214 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

"Historical fiction at its best." - S.J.A. Turney, author of Caligula and Marius' Mules Judea, AD 66. A Roman legion suffers a catastrophic defeat at the hands of a band of Hebrews. Knowing Emperor Nero's revenge will be swift, they must decide how to defend their land against the Roman invasion. Caught in the turmoil is Judah: a mason who now finds himself rubbing shoulders with priests, revolutionaries, generals and nobles, drafted to help defend the land of Galilee. Denied the chance to marry, he turns all his energy into defending the besieged city of Jotapata. But with a delusional general, friends falling each day, and the Roman army at the walls, Judah must brave a nightmare to save those he loves and preserve his honor. Praise: - "In David Blixt's hands, history comes to bright, blazing life." - "This novel has it all: political and personal intrigue, loyalty, love, betrayal, riveting action. Few novelists write such compelling action sequences - it's like watching them on film." - "Captures vividly the tumult and tragedy of the struggles between the Romans and the Hebrews in ancient Judea. A wonderful read."

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Dracula by Bram Stoker (Aeons Editions) (33 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

In the dimly lit corridors of a forgotten era, Bram Stoker's timeless masterpiece, "Dracula," weaves a chilling tale of horror, obsession, and undying evil. Embark on a journey into the darkest recesses of the human psyche as this Gothic classic unveils the terrifying story of Count Dracula, the seductive vampire who haunts the imaginations of generations. Set in the late 19th century, "Dracula" introduces readers to Jonathan Harker, a young solicitor who travels to Transylvania to finalize a real estate deal with the enigmatic Count Dracula. As Harker delves deeper into the eerie castle, he begins to uncover the count's sinister secrets and realizes that he is trapped in a nightmarish web of supernatural forces. As the narrative unfolds, the reader encounters an unforgettable cast of characters, including the courageous Professor Abraham Van Helsing, the beautiful and innocent Lucy Westenra, and the tormented Dr. John Seward. Together, they confront the ancient and bloodthirsty vampire, striving to protect their loved ones and society from the horrors that lie within the shadows. At its core, "Dracula" explores themes of sexuality, forbidden desires, and the boundaries of human morality. It delves into the eternal battle between good and evil, testing the limits of faith, friendship, and human resilience in the face of an unspeakable evil that threatens to consume them all. With its epistolary format, Stoker's rich prose, and the masterful interplay of suspense and dread, "Dracula" remains a landmark work of horror fiction. It continues to captivate readers with its atmospheric descriptions, spine-tingling suspense, and the timeless allure of the undead. "Dracula" is a chilling and seductive tale that has enthralled and terrified readers for over a century. It is a haunting exploration of the human psyche and a testament to the enduring power of gothic literature. Brace yourself as you journey into the heart of darkness, where the most primal fears come to ...

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Dead Girl Found (DCI Grace Swan Thrillers Book 1) by Giles Ekins (Next Chapter) (7 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

When 19-year-old Julia Jarrett accuses her father Donald of abuse, their relatives and friends are outraged. The problem is, Julia died some months ago from a heroin overdose. Her mother Janet is convinced that the accusing voice, heard during a spiritualist meeting, is that of her daughter. When Donald and Janet are both found dead, DCI Grace Swan is called in to investigate. But she has problems of her own; still grieving the sudden death of her partner and at odds with her superiors. Dead Girl Found is a gripping murder mystery, told from alternating viewpoints. But which side holds the truth? This book contains graphic sex and violence, and is not suitable for readers under the age of 18.

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Ghost_Layer by Nathan Lee Green (NLG) Price verified 8 hours ago

In the near future, the internet exists as an interactive online world called the Ghost_Layer. Caedmon is an up and coming data deliverer, finally catching some breaks in his quest to build a new reputation and career. He finds himself working for an exclusive group of digital elites responsible for building parts of the Layer he loves, who are hounded by online law enforcement agencies because of their shady methods. Those same agencies also have dirt on Caedmon. Tangled up in both sides' schemes, and trying to keep his parents from getting too suspicious or worried, Caedmon confronts hard choices that could earn him a place in digital history -- or in a very real prison cell -- as he attempts to keep all sides happy while completing his first big job making a delivery along the Layer's most infamous event, the Formula Hit-And-Run. If he gets this first job right, who knows what will happen next?

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Concrete Underground by Moxie Mezcal (Zizek Press) (100 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

An idealistic journalist sets out to expose corruption among the city's elite and soon finds himself immersed in a conspiracy of murder, blackmail, espionage, and human trafficking. Pitted against the enigmatic CEO of one of the world's largest tech companies, he must play a deadly game that threatens to unearth its players' darkest secrets. CONCRETE UNDERGROUND is postmodern pulp fiction - a gritty, labyrinthine murder mystery about identity and alienation in the digital age.

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Prophet (American Grace) by David Xavier (Bucklebury Books) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Readers want a real story about authentic people and true to life, a story that stays with them long after the final page. Prophet A groundskeeper who only has ears for truth, no matter how difficult it is to bear at times, is given the final revelation amidst the troubled backdrop of his community. Everyone wants truth, but few ever see it. Truth is trampled by many, found by few. Truth sets you free.

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Plastic Plankton (A Pedro the Water Dog Saves the Planet Primer Book 2) by Avis Kalfsbeek (Elisabet Alhambra Productions) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

You love music, Hawaii, and the planet. You hate single use plastic.Volcanoes and tropical waterfalls on the Big Island of Hawaii are the dramatic, stunning backdrop as Tilly trains for the Kona Ironman for an environmental cause. Concerned about plastic pollution, her estranged brother, Moore and his quirky, stoner hip hop-loving best friend, Spit, set sail to the plastic scoop up machine at the Great Plastic Garbage Patch off the coast of Hawaii. Nemesis SodaCo has falsified the machine's results, and it takes a spunky insider, an old French sailor, the Sandglass bike-surfer guys, a large lovable Hawaiian, and a pug named Plastic, to slow the tsunami of world plastic and save the day. Plastic Plankton is Book 2 of the Pedro the Water Dog Saves the Planet series, a read-in-an-afternoon novella-length outdoor cli-fi adventure, filled with lovable, quirky characters in a candy wrapper of laughter, irreverence, kisses, friendship, satire, athleticism, love, and magnificent scenic beauty. "In these wonderful stories, Kalfsbeek addresses important environmental issues through the loving, gentle hands of a cast of characters that are easy to connect with. One wants to be part of this healthy gang; it is easy to fall in love with one or two of them. She has found an avenue to address these critical issues that must be talked about but without a heavy hammer. A delightful read that will fill you with hope and a forgotten bounce in your step, or pedal." -- Chris White, author of Wind, Waves and a Suicidal Boat Avis Kalfsbeek is author of One More Year, Book 1 of the Pedro the Water Dog Saves the Planet Series. She has an immense love of nature and can be found with her own water dog, Teo, swimming, hiking, and biking wherever their human and canine feet lead them. She encourages you to shift your lifestyle from single-use anything and everything to a zero-waste existence (it is possible!) to stop the tsunami of plastic and give the oceans and planet a fighting chance.

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Law by Ed Willis (11 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

One man escapes the world only to rise to absurd infamy while another is shattered and struggles to define himself in the aftermath of his wife's disappearance. Max volunteers for bizarre surgery which leaves him forever interred in a cocoon of self. In his utter solitude, he recites poetry that mobilizes a movement and threatens the stability of a nation. John, having lost his wife, is unhinged by isolation and remorse. He disintegrates into multiple personalities which fold back into him when he and Max finally meet. Forever in the background, the hand of the Institute conspires to steer the fate of one man toward emergence and the other toward decline. With a nod to the works of Kafka, Céline and Burroughs, "Law" rips through an exploration of art, the extraordinary and the mundane, the compulsion to join in the community of man and the need to stand apart.

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Just Beginning: A Prequel to Just Destiny (Destiny, #1) by Theresa Rizzo (123 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

From award-winning author, Theresa Rizzo, comes this prequel to bestselling Just Destiny. Age is just a number, until you fall in love with an older man. If he's rich, you're labeled a gold digger. If his kids are nearly your age, it's complicated. And if you're recovering from an unfortunate past, you don't dare marry your one true love... Or do you? Twenty-something Jenny Campbell's life has been a series of screw-ups, and the latest one endangered her little brother's life. But when she falls for sophisticated Gabe Harrison, she has a chance to turn her life around... if she can keep her past a secret. Gabe's career as a successful doctor has left just enough time for his teenage children and little else. But when beautiful, vivacious Jenny comes along, she breathes love and happiness into his lonely life. There's only one problem: their families are opposed to their relationship. Money and age differences mean nothing to Gabe as long as they have trust, love, and respect. But can two out of three be good enough?

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Benign Flame -Saga of Love by BS Murthy (Self Imprint) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

The attractions Roopa experienced and the fantasies she entertained as a teen shaped a male imagery that ensconced her subconscious. Insensibly, confident carriage came to be associated with the image of maleness in her mind-set. Her acute consciousness of masculinity only increased her vulnerability to it, making her womanliness crave for the maleness for its gratification. However, as her father was constrained to help her in becoming a doctor, she opts to marry, hoping that Sathyam might serve her cause though the persona she envisioned as masculine, she found lacking in him. But as he fails to go with her idea, she becomes apathetic towards him, and insensibly sinks into her friend Sandhya's embrace, for lesbian solace. Soon, in a dramatic sequence of events, Tara, a suave call girl, tries to rope Roopa into her calling; Roopa herself loses her heart to Sandhya's beau Raja Rao, and Prasad, her husband's friend falls for her. And as Prasad begins to induce Sathyam to be seduced by whores to worm his way into her affections, Roopa finds herself in a dilemma. However, as fate puts Raja Rao into Roopa's arms in such a way as to lend novelty to fiction, this 'novel' nuances man-woman chemistry on one hand, and portrays woman-woman empathy on the other. Who said the novel is dead; 'Benign Flame' raises the bar as vouched by - The plot is quite effective and it's a refreshing surprise to discover that the story will not trace a fall into disaster for Roopa, given that many writers might have habitually followed that course with a wife who strays into extramarital affairs - Spencer Critchley, Literary Critic, U.S.A. The author has convinced the readers that love is something far beyond the marriage tie and the fulfillment love can be attained without marriage bondage. The author has achieved a minor revolution without any paraphernalia of revolution in the fourth part of the novel - The Quest, India. The author makes free use of - not interior monologue as such, but - ...

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Ruby's Story (Ruby's Regulars Book 1) by Holly Schindler (InToto Books) (207 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

How Ruby returned to Sullivan, opening the supper club that became the stuff of Christmas Eve legends. On Christmas Eve, Ruby Westbrook finds herself alone in an empty train car, no longer the wide-eyed, ready-to-take-on-the-big-city dancer she'd once been. On a whim, she arrives back in her girlhood hometown of tiny Sullivan, Missouri. Against the backdrop of a city navigating mid-century social and technological upheavals, Ruby begins to relive her past and the love she lost there. Will memory drive her to make a leap of faith, changing the course of her life, and that of the entire town of Sullivan forever? Ruby's Story is the prequel to the Ruby's Place Christmas Collection: Christmas at Ruby's I Remember You Sentimental Journey The Gift That Is Ruby's Place

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Missing Bessie (The Bessie Series Book 1) by Jody Overend (Next Chapter) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

It's the summer of 1972 and Bessie has just turned fifteen in Ravenspond, Canada. She is young, curious and restless. Having just broken up with her boyfriend Jason, she decides to hitchhike to Vancouver with her best pal, Ash, and catch her hero Chris Lisacker in concert. But instead of ending up on the West Coast, Bessie and Ash find themselves in Heaven, with no idea how they got there. With the help of the Hawaiian-shirted Angel, Mel, Bessie gradually recovers her memories. But when her fate is about to be revealed, does she really want to know the truth?

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The Global View (The Goldman Trilogy Book 1) by W.L. Liberman (Next Chapter) (73 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Young Ephraim Goldman is the author of a perennial bestseller. A celebrated academic lion, he hobnobs with the movers and shakers of his era, such as Einstein, Berenson and Bertrand Russell. Ephraim's son Bernard is a young writer, desperate to make his own reputation in the literary world. After a shrewd publisher hires Bernie to write his father's biography, he stumbles across a startling photograph. As the mystery of his father slowly unfolds, Bernard has to come to terms with both the present and the future. But in the end, can he repair his relationship and begin to understand his father... or will long-kept secrets destroy their family?

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Ishtah - The Prostitute's Daughter by Ella Hansing (44 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Daughter of the most illustrious prostitute in all Arrapha, young Ishtah must find a way to endure her mother's fame. With the ceremony of the god Ashur beginning in a few short hours, will she risk the unknown in pursuit of her own happiness, or succumb once more to acceptance of a fate of shadows and eternal shame? Newly released, ISHTAH - THE PROSTITUTE'S DAUGHTER builds suspense brick by brick while submerging readers in the beauty and dread of a forgotten empire.

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Me + You by H. Pearce (H. Pearce) (70 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

How far do the bonds of loyalty go? For Aaron, this is a question he has struggled with for years, and one that almost ruined his life. After two years of non-contact, a letter shows up in the mail inviting Aaron to his ex-wife's wedding. Nina, the woman who is responsible for all his pain suddenly reappears and once again, he finds himself at her mercy. In theory, the answer is simple but as both Nina and Aaron struggle with the choices they must make, a stark realization forms. Time isn't the cure many believe it is.

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One Small Victory by Maryann Miller (Next Chapter) (65 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

What do you do when grief slams you in the gut and brings you to your knees? Jenny Jasik's life changes in an instant, when her son is killed in an automobile accident. She is a Confidential Informant: an undercover member of a drug task force. Jenny only reports to her supervisor, Detective Steve Morrity, and can never tell anyone else what she's doing. There are days she is not sure she can hold it all together. But when she looks into the face of her daughter, she knows she has to try.

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The Actuary: A Rural English Affair (The Calculated Risk Book 1) by K T Bowes (Hakarimata Press) (778 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Desperate. Destitute. But no longer alone. She's stayed hidden for six years. What harm could it do to attend her best friend's wedding miles away from home? But the handsome actuary is the last person she expected to find on the dance floor. He knows who she is and the encounter causes an unwelcome reality check. She must protect her son. Emma made a promise, to hide and stay hidden. From him. But the old chemistry is still there. Just his smile is enough to plunge her back into confusion. So, she does the thing that worked last time. She runs. The journey home to her dismal house in the poorest sector of the city is fraught with danger. Even the taxi driver is too afraid to venture onto the housing estate. Emma is now trapped in a prison of her own making, fearful of a knock on the front door. She knows it's coming. She knows he's coming. This time, she has nowhere left to run. And the one who helped her last time is no longer taking her calls. Readers say, "This was impossible to put down." Other novels in the series: The Actuary's Wife The Actuary in Trouble The Heart of the Actuary

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Junior "Eh": A sharing love hockey romance series (Red Line Series Book 1) by TB Mann (Heart Sisters Publishing Inc) (51 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Three chances to experience love. Domineering and neglectful parents. Does she have the courage to defy them, to take what she really wants? Excited for her summer of freedom, Kayla longs to experience life. Something she doesn't while under the all seeing eye of her stepmother. With the help of newly minted professional hockey players, the neighbour boy, Ryan, and his best friend, Kris, love is in the air. But when an emergency at home rips her away, can their love survive? Devastated and confused, Kayla struggles to meet the new demands placed by her parents. Problems better suited to an adult, not a sheltered teenage girl. But when her sister's student doctor, Adam, offers more than a shoulder to lean on, does she have the courage to take another risk? Life isn't finished with her yet. Punches continue to come. It's all part of growing up. Making tough decisions and standing on her own two feet. But does she have the courage to leap from Junior "Eh" to the big leagues? This coming of age story is the first book in the completed duet about the loved shared by Kayla, Ryan, Kris, and Adam. Their second chance love story can be found in Changing On The Fly. Read their story along with the love stories of Ryan's two other professional hockey playing brothers in the Red Line Series, books about sharing love.

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La tua misura esteriore (Italian Edition) by Giuseppe Lastaria (Ipotesi) (1,825 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

"La tua misura esteriore funziona ad orologeria!" Andrea G. Pinketts "Il potere ha sempre un prezzo, anzi, se proprio vogliamo dirla tutta, maggiore è il potere più alto è il prezzo che ci toccherà pagare." Luciano De Crescenzo COSA SI NASCONDE DIETRO UN SILENZIO DURATO VENTI LUNGHISSIMI ANNI? Pietro Patrizi è un imprenditore di successo, che negli anni ha saputo costruire un vasto impero finanziario unitamente ad una solida vita affettiva. Eppure, proprio quando la sua parabola esistenziale sembra toccare il vertice più alto, una serie di vicende apparentemente di poca importanza - la lettura di un libro, un lapsus, l'incontro con una vecchia amica - incatenano la sua mente ad un inconfessabile ricordo, destinato a cambiare per sempre il suo destino. E, forse, quello di un intero Paese. Spetterà al commissario Serravalle il compito di provare a far luce su un'indagine decisamente fuori dagli schemi. "I ricordi sono cappotti troppo abbottonati, che non restituiscono quasi nulla delle antiche sensazioni. Le alterano, troppo spesso le ingigantiscono, riscrivendo i dettagli emotivi delle nostre esperienze". L'autore: Giuseppe Lastaria è nato a Roma nel 1976. Dopo aver collaborato con numerose riviste italiane, pubblicando oltre trecento articoli su temi di attualità, musica e spettacolo, dal 2002 lavora in ambito editoriale. L'ultima casa editrice da lui fondata porta il suo cognome, la Lastaria Edizioni, ed è specializzata nella pubblicazione di best seller internazionali.

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Rough Trip: A Motorcycle Club New Adult Romance (Screaming Demons MC Book 7) by Summer Cooper (Amazon Digital Services) (203 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Enjoy this sexy MC love story by USA Today Bestselling contemporary romance author Summer Cooper and her friend Sienna Chance! He should have died with them. Sage couldn't save his team. He couldn't even save Laura -- the love of his life. He swore he would never love again. Never open himself up to feel that kind of pain. Then he saw Mia... He wants her oh so bad. But he can tell Mia is different. She's not his usual one-night stand. Besides, one night will definitely not be enough... Rev up your heart with a sizzling Motorcycle Club romance! Dive into a world of passion and danger as a tormented MC member finds redemption while protecting a woman with missions of her own. Watch their fiery connection ignite in a thrilling tale of second chances, loyalty, and love in a new town! The book Rough Trip follows a new couple, and reading the previous books in the Rough series is not required. The reading order of the Rough series is as follows: 1. Rough Start 2. Rough Ride 3. Rough Choice 4. Rough Return 5. Rough Patch 6. Rough Road 7. Rough Trip 8. Rough Night 9. Rough Love If you enjoy sizzling adult romances with ex-military, MC bad boy, unforgettable love, unexpected twists, this book is a must-read. Perfect for fans of Ivy Smoak, Louise Bay, TL Swan, Sara Cate and Becka Mack.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Watching Glass Shatter (Perceptions Of Glass Book 1) by James J. Cudney (Next Chapter) (933 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

After 40 years of marriage, Olivia's husband unexpectedly passes away. But when Ben's will reveals a life-altering secret, she suffers a blow no widow should ever experience. Olivia learns that she gave birth to a baby who later died in the nursery. Instead of telling his wife what happened, Ben switched the child with another. And as if that's not enough, Ben's will doesn't reveal which of their five sons is truly not hers. Olivia visits each of her sons to share a final connection before facing the truth that will change their family, and discovers that each of them has been harboring a painful secret, just like their father. But will the secrets destroy their family, or bring them closer together? Praise: - "Cudney's debut novel is both atmospheric and contemplative, and delivers a gut punch of family angst, devotion, and heartbreaking love." - "The plot is well-thought out and intricately and methodically crafted. The execution is great, especially the last several chapters are stunningly beautiful. An astounding read." - "A wonderful novel that I highly recommend to anyone."

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Weapons of Remorse by Chevron Ross (48 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

WINNER OF TWO INDEPENDENT PUBLISHING AWARDS! Hank Phillips makes his living defending the right to bear arms. Privately, he doesn't want to touch a gun ever again. Hank is an ex-Marine whose heroism in war earned him the Medal of Honor and a high-profile job with America's most powerful gun rights organization. He has millions of admirers and a bright future. But what Hank values most is his relationship with God. He believes his war record has poisoned it, and he prays that God will let him atone. One night, a gunfire incident brings disaster upon Hank and a police officer. It also leads to a kidnapping and reignites the controversy over gun owners' rights. Weapons of Remorse looks behind the headlines to explore the personal consequences of America's gun violence dilemma.

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Perfected Sinfulness by Michael Gilbert (28 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Sometimes small towns harbor the most sinister secrets. A chance meeting at a café reunites Franki with her old high school classmate, Eli, who has returned to their hometown. Franki is urged by her friend, Ryah, to overcome her bashfulness and pursue him. But Ryah has plans of her own. The beautiful and seductive Ryah can have any man that she wants, but forbidden pleasure excites her, so she targets Eli. Ryah is also having an affair with Bo, the local detective. He visits her, despite being involved with the emotionally damaged Scarlett, whose secret past threatens to ignite a series of events that could destroy everyone. Narrated through six different perspectives, Perfected Sinfulness exposes the dangerous nature of interpersonal relationships when narcissism and manipulation become the primary modes of interaction. Suspicion and dishonesty contaminate relationships as everyone pursues their own interests. The ensuing aftermath guarantees no one will escape unharmed.

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Poisoned Parrots : Don't believe everything you think! by Felix Lane (Popping Hearts) (35 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

'The nature of The Metaphorical Poisoned Parrot can grind you down, and it is very hard not to believe what it says.' Oliver Moorcroft returns home from school to his mother (Melissa) declaring a new relationship. His older brother Josh foretold the possibility of a second chance romance, whilst sitting smugly away from the nest pulling the strings, guilt-tripping the both of them. Oliver has been harboring a secret of his own however. Three of the college girls in the self-proclaimed 'populars' group have taken a 'proper' liking to him. That's all fine and dandy except... he has no clue as to the expectations of the harem or how to go about fulfilling them. It's time for a voice of reason to emerge in the form of trusted friend Emily. Can her 'sensible' advice be heard above the constant chatter inside Oliver's head? Melissa too has the voices to contend with; coupled with a stalking presence in the shape of her ex-husband Ronnie. What chance happiness in the lives of these normal people? Poisoned Parrots is a Dark, Reverse Harem Romance. It contains some explicit content, and a smattering of coarse language. "Wickedly clever, charming and full of warmth. POISONED PARROTS is exactly the right combination of relatable characters and subtle plotting that triggers an abundance of fond memories."-- Amazon Reviewer "You can't help but compare to the size of your own family's emotional footprint! A captivating novel." - Amazon Reviewer

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The Peasant (Fall of the Swords Book 1) by Scott Michael Decker (Next Chapter) (13 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Following a civil war, an empire grapples with the devastating fallout. His conscience heavy, Peasant General Guarding Bear wants to usurp the tyrannical emperor's throne. But the general's rivals continue to play games, seeking to avenge their name and reclaim the Northern Imperial Sword. With his reign threatened and no progeny to his name, the Emperor plots to conceive an heir by stealth. Soon, Guarding Bear enters a world of deception, smoke and mirrors, and must decide where his loyalties lie.

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Claiming You (A Lennox In Love Book 1) by Tina Martin (384 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

A Standalone Novella At 39, Remington (Remy) Lennox married Emory McNeil. They've been friends for two years - married for one of those years. He told her the marriage was strictly for business reasons and that they'd keep it between themselves while remaining friends. That the rest of the Lennox family doesn't have to know. What he doesn't tell Emory is, he's deeply in love with her. She thinks they're only friends, but he worships the ground she walks on. Still, he keeps his feelings at bay, that is until he feels like his younger brother, Giovanni is moving in on his territory. Now, Remington knows he must CLAIM his woman and let her know his true feelings. Keeping their "arrangement" a secret is no longer an option. * * * The Lennox Series are all standalone novellas with the exception of Caught in the Storm with a Lennox which is the prequel to Claiming You. Book 0 - Caught in the Storm With a Lennox (A Short Story Prequel to Claiming You) Book 1 - Claiming You - Remington Lennox and Emory McNeil Book 2 - Making You My Business - Giovanni Lennox and Joelle Bannon Book 3 - Wishing That I Was Yours - Jessalyn Lennox and Spencer Wakefield Book 4 - Before You Say I Do - Kenton Lennox and Lauren Chandler

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Crossing In Time: A Genre-Bending Love Story (Between Two Evils Book 1) by D. L. Orton (Rocky Mountain Press) (834 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The past isn't over; it's an opening. The future isn't hidden; it's a trap. If she ever wants to see him again, she'll have to take the risk. "Engaging, Funny, Romantic & Harrowing" ~Publishers Weekly Starred Review After reconnecting with the one-that-got-away -- and then losing him in a pandemic -- middle-aged Iz struggles to survive in a remote mountain cabin. As loneliness and despair set in, she finds hope in caring for abandoned pets -- until a man appears and offers her a one-way trip to the past. With humanity teetering on the edge, she gives up everything in an attempt to alter the dystopian present -- and see her missing lover once more. As time runs out, she's whisked into a coffin-like machine set to plunge deep into her past. (A neural net insists she is humankind's best hope. No one knows why.) They neglect to mention the time machine has been activated once before -- with deadly results. Miraculously, she awakens on a pristine beach -- buck naked and suffering radiation-like side-effects -- but 20 years younger! With only hours to live, she must persuade a young man to modify their future relationship and thereby set off a chain of events that will prevent the pandemic. Our young hero falls hard for her (what guy could resist a smart, middle-aged woman in a newly acquired vixen's body?) until she blurts out that she's from the future and here to "fix" him. Turns out, it's not him that needs fixing; it's her -- and it's far too late for that. Or is it? Content Warning This book contains material that may be disturbing to some and, in movie form, would be rated NC-17 for strong language, nudity, sexual situations, and violence. It includes attempted sexual assault, abduction, intense physical danger, miscarriage, confinement, a pandemic, religious fanaticism (Christian), government incompetence bordering on malice, mistreated animals, gun violence, near drowning, and (human) death. Genre Warning Crossing in Time is a smart, character-driven ...

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Magnolia Tree (The Crossing Trilogy Book 1) by June V. Bourgo (Next Chapter) (660 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

After Sydney Grey returns to her quaint hometown of Stoney Creek and begins renovations on her childhood farm, she discovers a set of journals written by her mother. Presumed to have abandoned her family 20 years ago, a long-hidden secret about her mother is uncovered. Aided by her grandmother who returns to the farm, Sydney must rely on her instincts to uncover the mystery. But do they have enough clues to unravel the truth about her mother's disappearance? Praise: - "Hooked me right from the start and kept me guessing throughout." - "Filled with characters that you can relate to. A great mystery."

Genre: Literary Fiction

A Heart Beating Hard (21St Century Prose) by Lauren Foss Goodman (University of Michigan Press) Price verified 7 hours ago

A Heart Beating Hard is about looking long and deep into the invisible life of a person we too often pass by. It is the story of Marjorie, who works in the Store and does her best to go on with the days; of Margie, growing up in Apartment #2 with the sounds of Ma and Gram and Him all around; and of Marge, who should never have been, who should have been helped. In A Heart Beating Hard, we see how Marjorie manages to go on with the days, how even in the bright lights and grabbing hands of the outside world, inside, Marjorie knows how to take care of her self and her secrets. It is a story about the passed-along People, about how we are the same and how we are different, about how we become who we are and how we protect our most private places from the cold glare of all that we cannot control.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Island Fruit Remedy by Rich Shapero (TooFar Media) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Escape with a spurned romance writer and fantasist into an outrageous tropical burlesque, where a cast of metaphorical fruits dares you to surrender to an allegory with deeper resonances. The reward is an unexpectedly sober discovery about the creative act of finding and keeping love. Surrender to an outrageous tropical burlesque about the creative act of finding and keeping love. "Original and thought-provoking. It will leave you in awe." -- Elizabeth Sagan @elizabeth_sagan

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Dissolve by Rich Shapero (TooFar Media) (10 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Indulge the obsession of a dying man whose stubborn quest for an ecstatic send-off tests the liberating potentials of belief. Dare to believe in a rapturous transition between life and death that holds the potential to set us free. "Original ideas, strong prose, timelessness and universality... Dissolve offers a unique imagining of what might happen to the human soul after it's left the body." -- Kirkus Reviews

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BURNED: A Cowboys of Cade Ranch Novel (The Cade Ranch Series Book 1) by Greta Rose West (Punk Rose Press) (2,748 Reviews)    Price verified 32 minutes ago

From Internationally Bestselling Small-town Western Romance author, Greta Rose West... Jack Cade already has enough on his shoulders with his four brothers, his struggling Wyoming horse ranch, and his adopted mama going through chemo again. He doesn't have time for a woman, and he doesn't trust them. But when Everlea Donovan falls into his life -- literally -- he can't stop fantasizing about her. Wanting her. But Everlea's hiding something, always looking over her shoulder, ready to run at any moment. She can't risk putting Jack and his family in danger, but she's never wanted anything -- anyone -- the way she wants him. When she starts feeling at home at Cade Ranch with its wide open meadows and breathtaking mountain views, she begins to let down her guard -- to both her heart and her safety -- and that's just asking for trouble... The first book in the Cade Ranch series, BURNED, is a steamy romance about learning to trust and letting love guide you home... Trigger Warning: This book contains subjects of a mature nature and language. Issues of parental loss, abduction, and burn victims may be triggered. But there is a guaranteed Happily Ever After and lots of good ol' down home sexy fun. The Cade Ranch Series in order: Burned Broken Busted Braved Blinded (pre-order now)

Genre: Literary Fiction

In Arthur's Nature: The Novel of a Philosopher Pushed to the Edge and the Woman He Pushed over It by J. T. Frederick (Theorism Press) (101 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

In 1831, philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer pushed his neighbour down the stairs of their Frankfurt residence. Inspired by this true event and his actual writings, the novel reimagines the life of the fractured thinker as it blurs the boundaries between Arthur's theoretical beliefs and his physical existence. Caroline Marquet, a talented painter, has endured her own dark past, but her future is about to become even darker at the hands of the man across the hall. For although Arthur lectures on kindness, he views the world through a prism of metaphysical Nature where all human desires are the work of a malevolent will. Unleashed from its theoretical constraints, the will burdens the philosopher with an aggressive pessimism, festering an obsessively vengeful relationship with Caroline which results in a missing student, criminal charges, and shattered lives. Arthur's thesis on will, natural law, and morality, which develops through the novel, ultimately determines its outcome. Can the philosopher escape the fate he has written for himself, or must he, and indeed humankind, forever suffer In Arthur's Nature?

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Lipstick and Lies and Deadly Goodbyes (The Vampire Housewife Series Book 1) by Jodi Vaughn (353 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Ever been almost-beheaded by a snow-plow? Turned into an undead by a homeless vampire? Cheated and betrayed by your lying sack of s**t husband? Welcome to my life... or, more correctly, my crazy after-life.To everyone behind the gates of our wealthy community in Charming, Mississippi, my husband and I were the Joneses everyone tried to keep up with. A beautiful house, the perfect gated community, two gorgeous kids, and a supposedly flawless marriage.Until I came home and caught him rolling around in our bed, hip-deep in my best friend.Which led to the aforementioned snow plow incident. I woke up with a fear of the sun and a propensity for drinking blood. Or in laymen's terms, a vampire.I thought vampires were supposed to be hot and irresistible. But my Maker smells like he just stepped out of a sewer and he has the appeal of a turd in a punch bowl.But you know how life is as one of the Joneses... gotta keep up. Keep up appearances, that is.I've swapped my Triple, Venti, Sugar-Free, Non-Fat Caramel Macchiato for a stainless steel rambler that keeps my O-Negative at the perfect room temperature. I can still manage the carpool lane, with the right sunglasses to hide my crazy eyes. But between daytime soccer games, a missing college student who might have been a vampire kill, trying not to drain my soon-to-be-ex-husband, and keeping my neighbors in the dark, I'm shaking in my Jimmy Choos. I'm not sure I can do this.My name is Rachel Jones, and I'm the vampire housewife

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Settlers of Unassigned Lands (21St Century Prose) by Charles McLeod (University of Michigan Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

In these seven stories spanning the Midwest to California, Charles McLeod brings us characters estranged from their homelands and locked in conflict with their past and present selves. In "How to Start Your Own Midwestern Ghost Town," an unnamed narrator hatches a plan to capitalize on rural decay. A porn star trying to transition to the mainstream does an interview with a German reporter in "The Subject of Our First Issue Is Art." In the title story, a closeted heroin dealer follows a ghostly girl into an Oakland graveyard. And in "Rancho Brava," the conductor of a focus group about corporate salsa keeps getting interrupted by visitors from the Old West. Alternating between the comic, the tragic, and the neurotic -- and often all three at once -- McLeod's second collection transports readers from the American mainstream to the dark edges of cities and the heartland's lost, forgotten towns, into the lives of people trying to decipher if they can escape their pasts, and at what cost.

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Daisy Fields by Maki Matsui (62 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

? A contemporary romance novella that will slide like ice cream down your throat ? A gentle soul searching for sincerity in an insincere world. A tale-spinner living in a maze of lies. A story that unfolds when two hearts meet. What is sincerity, what is freedom, what is true love? DAISY FIELDS is a perfect long-weekend read, or a romantic gift for your gentle -- or crazy -- sweetheart. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? She's twenty-two or thirty-nine. She's from Texas or from Alaska. Her mother left her when she was little... or was she abducted? She's stalked by a loan shark, but she's never taken a loan. And him? A soft-spoken, SLR-wielding hero, passionate and sincere -- yielding, even... except in love. When David decides to take the wacky, quirky Kalifornia Mooney as his housemate, he doesn't expect his world to be turned upside down. As their mutual affection grows, so does the inexplicable chasm between the two friends. Kalifornia keeps her life shrouded in mystery, and no matter how much time they spend together, he doesn't seem to know the first thing about her. Who is she? What is she so afraid of? Is she a refugee, as she claims to be, and if so, what is she running from? For the true romantic in you. Download this free novella and fall in love with love! Includes a link to a holiday-themed bonus story... because who doesn't love a dessert course?

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Seductive Silence: A Fun and Steamy Historical Regency Romance (Mistress in the Making Book 1) by Larissa Lyons (Literary Madness) (767 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"This is such an AMAZING story ??... compelling to read." Reader Review This is part 1 of 3; the HEA occurs in the third installment, Daring Declarations. A desperate widow dares greatly... Penniless since her husband's demise and now ousted from her home by his indifferent heir, a young widow reaches her wits' end -- the end of her meager food stores, certainly. When her friend, a diamond of the demimonde, arranges a protector for Thea, she can do naught but agree. 'Tis that or starve. But what happens when her previously passionless existence is challenged by the titled lord who now owns her favors? The brusque, rough-around-the-edges Marquis keeps to himself, is annoyingly silent, but kisses like a dream and Thea soon falls for the mysterious man she knows nothing about... Save for his generous nature, lusty sense of humor, and the grand accommodations he's provided. But as to the man himself? Secrets abound and Thea fears she's exchanged homelessness for heartbreak. Seductive Silence is the first of the Mistress in the Making series, a fun, "sexy Jane Austen styled", emotionally satisfying tale told in three parts: Seductive Silence, Lusty Letters, and Daring Declarations. Jane Austen fans who always wished her fun and witty books had more heat are likely to enjoy this sweet and spicy hot Regency romance.

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Beholden to You: A Billionaire Romance (Be Series) by Molly Sloan (Redhawk Press) (54 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

I wasn't expecting someone like him.Blue-gray eyes and his gentle smile caught me off guard.He didn't look like he had billions of dollars to invest.And yet he did.I'm all business so I decided to keep my feelings buried. I refuse to be beholden to anyone. Until he kissed me, and everything changed.Between my pride and desire, my emotions are at war.I can take the leap toward love.But what if he doesn't catch me - ease my fears.Can I trust him? More importantly, can I trust myself?This is this a standalone HEA novella. First book in the Billionaire's Second Chance series.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Heroes Wear Stethoscopes (The Nursing Diaries) by JM Spade (222 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Kate has worked as a nurse in the emergency room for over twenty years, is married to a successful orthopedic surgeon, and is raising three teenagers. When she starts experiencing personality changes, such as telling her patients what she's thinking, she must find the cause before she loses her family and her career. Is it the stress from family drama or something more serious? Once she discovers the cause, she must make a decision that will alter her life forever. Follow Kate through her shifts in the busy emergency room and her chaotic personal life on her journey to discovering the root of the issues. **This stand alone book aims to bring a smile to your face with a bit of satire.**

Genre: Literary Fiction

Grasset-Automne romanesque 2014 (Littérature Française) (French Edition) by Editions Bernard Grasset (Grasset) Price verified 7 hours ago

L'Automne Romanesque présente les ouvrages publiés à la Rentrée Littéraire 2014 par les Editions Grasset.

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Guns and Saffron by Alif (Matador) (57 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

The love story of a terrorist. "Hard-hitting and emotionally wired!" - Goodreads "Addictive, fresh and enlightening!" NetGalley Yakub, a militant, plans a top-secret plot, Mission M, to make the world pay for the killing of Osama bin Laden. Hassan, Yakub's nephew and the orphan of a militant, is entrusted with the responsibility of fulfilling Mission M. Shehed, Hassan's lover, is a strong-willed woman who tries to stop him. And Rafi is a habitual crook who is always in the wrong place at the wrong time. Can Mission M be stopped or will bin Laden speak from his grave... A tense and fascinating novel of conflict, both political and personal, and the extraordinary lengths people will go to protect those they love. Alif's bio I write because silence is not an option. At the same time, my novels brim with hope in addition to having a riveting plot. My debut novel, which was published by a boutique publisher in Europe some years ago, was seen to be refreshing. My latest novel, The Songbirds, a literary love story, that has received exceptionally good reviews on Goodreads, goes to the heart of what's ailing today's world and tries to find answers to our most pressing questions. I hope you enjoy reading my novels.

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Extraits Rentrée littéraire Robert Laffont janvier 2016 (French Edition) by Olivier CHARNEUX (Robert Laffont) Price verified 7 hours ago

En avant-première, découvrez les premiers chapitres des titres de la rentrée littéraire de janvier 2016 des éditions Robert Laffont: - Sophie Fontanel, La Vocation - Phrères, Claire Barré - Sanguinaires, Denis Parent - Les Affreux, Jacques Sarthor - Les Guérir, Olivier Charneux - Terre déchue, Patrick Flanery

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Walking with Mr. Smith by Brandon Enns (118 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Austin Smith, an aging writer, is in a rut. Outside of Reykjavik, Iceland, Mr. Smith has spent too much time alone in his loft, leaving his creativity to dry up along with his finances. In need of a spark and money to keep a roof over his head, his personal assistant Jeffrey convinces him to embark on a familiar hike into the mountains. It has been many years since Mr. Smith has completed the journey with his now departed wife, and he fears that he is too old and too uninspired to make the trek. With one last shot at redemption, Mr. Smith fears that he can no longer write and that the heartache he still feels for his beloved wife, may finally be the end of him. With nothing but ground to cover, Jeffrey and Mr. Smith find themselves in a dire situation away from civilization. It just so happens that they each have much to gain. And lose.

Genre: Literary Fiction

The Songbirds by Alif. (Troubador Publishing) (92 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

"A great coming of age love story. Tender, easy-paced & redemptive." - Goodreads. The Songbirds celebrates true freedom. And redemption. Kasim is an impressionable and ambitious young man, who wants to go very far in life. In doing so, he lets go of the hand of Sumera, the one woman who truly ever loved him. But, when he reaches the top, he realises that it's all just a mirage; a golden cage. While he finds himself locked in a cage of his own making, Sumera finds herself locked in a cage made by others. Her crime is not that she is a fiery blogger. Rather, in the eyes of her enemies, her crime is that she is a woman; that too, one who cannot keep quiet. The only way Kasim can set himself free is if he helps Sumera to her freedom. In the beginning, amidst poetry and the innocence of youth, the love story of Kasim and Sumera sprouts in the romantic settings of Bada Ghar, the mystical house of a long-gone but not forgotten poet, Bulbul Baba. But Kasim's loss of innocence drives the lovers apart. When realisation dawns, Kasim's yearning for Sumera returns, becoming stronger than ever, but a huge barrier now stands between them. Not only that, but time could also be running out because Sumera has earned herself too many enemies. The Songbirds is a literary tale that goes to the heart of what's ailing the world today and tries to find the answers to our most pressing questions. Alif's bio: I write to usher in change. At the same time, my novels brim with hope & have a riveting plot. The Songbirds is my latest novel. My other novel, Guns and Saffron, has received excellent reviews on NetGalley and Goodreads saying that it is addictive, fresh and enlightening. I hope you enjoy reading my novels.

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Hybrids, Volume One: Trouble by Jennie Dorny (21 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

She sought refuge on an ocean-covered planet. She didn't learn its codes until too late. Now she must leave to survive. Theo's dreams of exploring distant lands are cut short when her father betrays her. On the run, she flees to Eridan, where Washone, the spiritual leader, is expecting her. As she is about to reach this ocean-covered planet inhabited by telepaths, she is kidnapped by a bounty-hunter. Ashta, an Eridani Savalwoman, befriends Theo, rescues her, and they land together on Eridan. While Theo trains to become a Savalwoman - a warrior - bleak memories of past hurts relentlessly disrupt her attempts to trust herself and others. She is unaware of her own mental powers, so when she believes that she has been betrayed once again - this time by Ashta - she nearly destroys her friend's mind in a fit of wounded rage that blazes across the planet. To protect Theo from those who, like ambitious Keith of Rain Forest, would like to use her powerful mind for their benefit, Washone decides that she must leave Eridan. Can Theo convince Washone to let her stay? Or will she have to leave her new friends and go on the run again, with no place to go? To find out and meet many other vibrant characters, pick up Trouble, the first volume of HYBRIDS, and plunge into Eridan's ocean! Science-fiction codes and settings serve as background to HYBRIDS, a four-volume novel by Jennie Dorny, aimed at general readers as well as speculative fiction fans.

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Around the World in Eighty Days (AmazonClassics Edition) by Jules Verne (AmazonClassics) (16,584 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Pragmatic gambler Phileas Fogg has made a gentlemanly wager to the members of his exclusive club: that he can circle the world in just eighty days, right down to the minute. Fetching his newly appointed French valet, Fogg embarks on a fabulous journey across land and sea -- by steamer, rail, and elephant -- to win the bet of a lifetime. Inspired by Jules Verne's own sea travels and his fascination with circumnavigating the globe, the avid dreamer's picaresque voyage inspired generations of adventurers who were eager to best Verne's challenge -- from nineteenth-century journalist Nellie Bly to Monty Python's Michael Palin. AmazonClassics brings you timeless works from the masters of storytelling. Ideal for anyone who wants to read a great work for the first time or rediscover an old favorite, these new editions open the door to literature's most unforgettable characters and beloved worlds. Revised edition: Previously published as Around the World in Eighty Days, this edition of Around the World in Eighty Days (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions.

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Mercenary by David M. Gaughran (2,493 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

New Orleans, 1891: Lee Christmas gets drunk and falls asleep at the throttle of his locomotive, plowing straight into an oncoming train. Blacklisted from the railroad and his marriage in tatters, he flees New Orleans on a steamer bound for the tropics. In Honduras, he begins a quiet new life. But trouble has a way of finding Christmas. With unrest sweeping the countryside, he's kidnapped by bandits. Soon, he finds himself taking sides in an all-out civil war--as leader of the rebellion. MERCENARY is the thrilling story of the USA's most famous soldier of fortune: the hard-drinking drifter who changed the fate of a nation. Praise for MERCENARY: "Highly recommended to readers of adventure fiction and history, as well as anyone interested in American adventurism and meddling in Latin America."--Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Michael Wallace. "A barnstorming story lifted from the annals of history and brought back to life on the page."--Donald Barker, Reedsy Discovery. "Lee Christmas led a roaring life on and off the battlefield. Gaughran's great, fast-paced read keeps you right alongside all his exploits."--Richard Sutton, author of The Red Gate.

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Over the Hills and Far Away (NOLA's Own Series Book 1) by Kelli Jean (204 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Music is the language of the soul. In a fated moment, Kenna MacGregor discovers the one person whose music reaches deep into her being. He is the hot, dominating, larger-than-life, in-your-face lead singer of NOLA's Junk, Phil Deveraux. Kenna is just a face in the crowd. One that Phil is destined to see, and never forget. A single kiss makes time stand still, but life waits for no one. Phil and Kenna are on two very different paths. Can their love survive until they meet once more at a crossroads?

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Verses Nature: The Memoir Of A Lonely Hotwife Vol.1 (In The Beginning Was The Heat): Special Edition by Joan Barbara Simon (5 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

After 3,000 women, he stopped counting. He knew all about women and how to satisfy their needs. But then came along Carmina... WARNING: this is not steamy romance but erotic literary feminist fiction that will leave you shell shocked and addicted. If you like your fiction as racy as Chuck Palahniuk and more sensuous than Anais Nin, if you're into '200% delicious sin and literary genius', welcome to Verses Nature: sink into a world of alpha erotic-psychological adventure, domination and taboo that you will never want to leave. Special ebook edition with bonus material.

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There Ariseth Light in the Darkness: A Novel of First Century Galilee by JV Love (One Day Press) (436 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Three wandering souls. One miraculous teacher. A story of love and forgiveness... In ancient Palestine, three survivors struggle to find solace in a world of injustice and repression. Azara is studious, headstrong, and committed to her ideals. Jonah is pure and virtuous, but his heart has been darkened by the evils of man. And Vitus is a Roman soldier battling for order and progress when he is unexpectedly confronted with a different kind of war... Separated by miles of dangerous lands, and decades of turbulent history, these three wandering souls set off on a journey beyond their imagination. Their travels will test their faith and culminate in an encounter with a mysterious rabbi from Galilee -- a teacher who upends their lives with his revolutionary message of love and compassion... A man called Jesus of Nazareth. Author JV Love blends meticulous research with an absorbing, heartfelt story. There Ariseth Light in the Darkness is an epic biblical adventure that sweeps readers into the lives of its unforgettable protagonists. (Note: An updated version was released in July 2019 to correct mistaken references to two New Testament books: Hebrews and Ephesians.)

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Eminently Respectable Capers by Tony Brennan (Vivid Publishing) (74 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

He was a university boxing champ with a bruised and battered face. But could anything have prepared young Father Sammy for his appointment as Secretary/MC to an irascible and eccentric old Cardinal? At first, his new boss seems like a shining example of childlike and bumbling innocence. But Sammy soon discovers the Cardinal has a fiendish sense of humour. When His Eminence throws the young priest into a knockout adventure of hilarious and mortifying encounters, from midnight motorbike chases to an operatic appearance and a mistaken shooting, Sammy finds himself in the match of his life.

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Dating A Cougar: A Novel (Never Too Late Book 1) by Donna McDonald (2,171 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Featuring an over 50, successful heroine, Dating A Cougar is an original and unique contemporary romance from USA Today Bestselling Author Donna McDonald. Alexa gave up on finding Mr. Right. No matter how well he kisses, younger man Casey Carter is not for her. After two decades of looking for true love and never finding it, aging model and lingerie designer, Alexa Ranger, had finally given up searching. It's shocking at fifty to find herself wanting a real sex life again, and even more shocking to be an older woman attracted to a younger man. Thirty-eight-year-old, medically retired Marine, Casey Carter is incredibly sexy, but a relationship with the man is totally out of the question. Casey is related to her daughter's boyfriend. No matter how well Casey kisses, the last thing Alexa needs is another talk-show-worthy drama in her already complicated life. ABOUT THIS SERIES - Are you tired of younger heroines and heroes getting all the action? How about something really different geared for romance readers over 40? The Never Too Late series is a collection of seven do-over stories about finding love and romance a bit later in life. These contemporary romances are intentionally heavy on humor and light on tears. The strong heroines are successful in life, but not successful in love, as their friends are quick to point out. The alpha heroes are drool-worthy, confident, and know what it takes to make a woman feel loved and wanted. *** "This is a great character study in romance and the first of the series. I can't wait to read them all. I definitely recommend this author and her books to anyone who loves a good romance and likes to laugh. And keep an eye out for more from this wonderful lady." ~ Jesse V. Coffey, National Examiner and On-Air Host of Edin Road Radio

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Every Night: Romantic Suspense (The Brush of Love Series Book 1) by Lexy Timms (Dark Shadow Publishing) (384 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

USA Today Bestselling Author, Lexy Timms, delivers a beautiful tale about a young man who finds love in the least expected place. I loved this man with every fiber of my being and with every atom that vibrated to bring my body to life. Bryan McBride is a disappointment to his parents. Doesn't matter he's a successful architect and that in his spare time he builds homes for the homeless. His tattoos disrespect his family name, his business partner is too blue collar, too surfer, and Bryan's brother -- who the family never talks about -- died from a drug overdose. Bryan's passion for art is rekindled when Hailey Ryan comes into town to open a gallery. Without funds to pay for the construction of the gallery, Bryan offers to work in exchange for some of her artwork. He's caught off guard by the strong attraction he has to her. It's the perfect distraction from the issues in his life he wants to avoid. Except secrets have a way of revealing themselves. As they begin a passionate love affair, a secret Hailey is keeping threatens to ruin their relationship and possibly their lives. Fans of Nicholas Sparks will love this sweet-with-heat love story EVERY TIME. The Brush of Love Series: Every Night Every Day Every Time

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When Love Comes (Diamond Creek, Alaska Novels Book 1) by J.H. Croix (3,115 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A swoony, small town romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! He's a player. She doesn't want to play. There's more than desire at stake in this game. Hannah Gray returns home, grappling with the loss of her parents. The last thing on her mind is romance. Once wild and impulsive, she shut her heart off to love. When she meets rugged playboy Luke Winters, their immediate attraction is overwhelming. Burned once before, Luke has committed himself to nothing but casual dalliances with women. Rugged and grumpy, he finds no shortage of women happy to oblige. When Hannah comes along, he questions what he might be missing. Romance is last on her list. Same goes for him. But they didn't bargain on a desire so hot it nearly singes them. *A full-length standalone romance.

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Hearts Unfold (Miracle at Valley Rise Book 1) by Karen Welch (LilyBear House, LLC) (384 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Nineteen-year-old Emily Haynes had lost almost everything she loved. Relying on what seems to be guidance from her invalid father, she returns to her past in hopes of discovering some sign toward the future. What begins as a joyous homecoming quickly becomes a nightmare when a badly injured stranger stumbles on the scene, his brief presence threatening to alter everything Emily believes about herself and the plan for her life. A less determined girl might have been shaken by such an experience, but not Emily. She is certain she's made the right choice, so certain that in the following three years, she almost convinces herself. Superstar violinist Stani Moss appeared to have everything--fame, fortune and a career guaranteed to bring more of the same, until one hasty decision placed it all in jeopardy. Terrified and confused, Stani struggles not only to recover his former skill, but to find answers to the questions which haunt him. Throughout his slow journey back, one image lingers in his buried memories of that fateful night--the vision of a girl he's never met. The journey will eventually lead him to Emily, and beyond that day, everything about his life will be transformed. Set in the years around 1970, Hearts Unfold begins the saga of two people whose paths should never have crossed, who defy the odds to create a place they can share. The first of four volumes in the Miracle at Valley Rise Series, this novel could stand alone as a triumphant tale of romance, but there's much more to the story, as Emily and Stani reveal their pasts and strive to bridge the distance between their worlds. Follow their progress, be entertained by their adventures, and perhaps be inspired by their unwavering belief in the transforming power of love.

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Joshua's Island (James Madison Series Book 1) by Patrick Hodges (Creativia) (202 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Joshua is small for his age. Bullied relentlessly for years, all his friends have drifted away from him. Eve is a pretty girl who has just entered the popular clique. The two could not be more different. As they begin their final year of middle school, the unlikely pair find themselves partners in Science class. At first reluctant to work with him, Eve soon discovers hidden truths about not only Joshua but their school, and her world turns upside-down. The two form a relationship that will teach them both the true meaning of friendship, loyalty, and love... a relationship that will end up changing not only their lives, but the complexion of their entire school. Over 200 five-star reviews in Amazon and Goodreads. I.A.N. AWARDS - BOOK OF THE YEAR GOLD MEDAL WINNER - 2015 READER'S FAVORITE BOOK AWARDS WINNER - 2015 STARGAZER LITERARY PRIZE FINALIST - 2016 RONE AWARDS FINALIST - 2015 WISHING SHELF BOOK AWARDS FINALIST - 2015 DANTE ROSETTI AWARD Praise from readers: - "I highly recommend this book for middle schools and high schools alike. It was well-written with excellent dialogue. The point of views between the characters shift effortlessly, and I found myself eager to read Eve's point of view just as much as Joshua's, even though the story centered more on him. This was an excellent book." - "Joshua's Island really spoke to me and I recommend it to everyone. Bullying is an ongoing problem and the only way it can be addressed is head on, which I think this book expresses. Bullying is never something that should be ignored by the victim, or by others who know it's going on. This book should be a must read in every classroom."

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Just the Way You Are: Aaron & Jane (The Adlers Book 1) by Anita Louise (Candlelite Publishing, LLC) (245 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Newly published Edition - October 2018 **WARNING** This book is only for readers over the age of 18. It contains very steamy and explicit sex scenes. Fans of Bella Andre, Marie Force, Melissa Foster, & Jill Shalvis will also become fans of Anita Louise Why does Aaron Adler's ex-wife keep calling him? Their marriage is over, but Sharon seems to think she can win him back. Aaron has everything he's ever wanted. His work as a highly paid author and speaker is very rewarding, and he's perfectly satisfied with the short-term sexual liaisons he's become used to. But now his publisher wants Aaron to write about successful relationships in his next book. How can he do that when he's never had one? Everything begins to change when Jane Barloc enters his life. Have they met before? The immediate connection he feels is stronger than anything he's ever before experienced. When Jane Barloc's counseling client Connor needs a ride to his parents' house, she's happy to help him out. But, then Connor drags her into the house, and Jane is shocked to see the man who's been haunting her dreams for years. She had no idea Connor Adler was related to the famous author. Can the woman who's always seen herself as a "Plain Jane" win the heart of the handsome and über wealthy man she could never seem to forget? Will Aaron choose Jane over his super sexy ex-wife? If you enjoy this book, you'll also like these other books by Anita Louise Bad Case of Lovin' You ~ Brooke & Zack and A House is Not a Home ~ Michael & Analese Intended for mature audiences 18 years of age and older.

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Relatively Famous (Famous Series Book 1) by Heather C. Leigh (Shelbyville Publishing) (2,219 Reviews)    Price verified 32 minutes ago

From the outside, Sydney Tannen has the perfect life. The daughter of Hollywood royalty, she grew up with money, looks, and fame. But with the glitz and glamour also came stalkers, paparazzi, and multiple kidnapping attempts. Her seemingly picture-perfect childhood was a nightmare in disguise Now twenty-four, Sydney keeps her famous relatives a secret. Scarred by her past, Sydney's trust is a near impossible thing to earn. Yet when she meets the gorgeous Drew Forrester in a chance encounter, he might just have what it takes to get Sydney to let him in. ***Relatively Famous is book 1 in the Famous Series*** ***This book is steamy, containing several sexy scenes***

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Olivia, Mourning (The Olivia Series Book 1) by Yael Politis (4,191 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Olivia wants the 80 acres in far off Michigan that her father left to whichever of his offspring stakes a claim. As Olivia says, "I'm sprung off him just as much as Avis or Tobey." The problem: she's seventeen, female, and it's 1841. Her childhood friend Mourning Free knows how to work a farm and Olivia has complete trust in him.The problem: he's the orphaned son of runaway slaves and reluctant to travel and work with a white girl. He especially fears the slave catchers who patrol the free states, hunting fugitive slaves. Not without qualms, they set off together. All goes well, despite the drudgery of survival in an isolated log cabin. Incapable of acknowledging her feelings for Mourning, Olivia thinks her biggest problem is her unrequited romantic interest in their young, single neighbor. Then her world falls apart. Strong-willed, vulnerable, and compassionate, Olivia is a compelling protagonist on a journey to find a way to do the right thing in a world in which so much is wrong. The Olivia series consists of: Book 1 - Olivia, Mourning (Historical - 1840s) Book 2 - The Way the World Is (Historical - 1840s) Book 3 - Whatever Happened to Mourning Free? (Vintage Contemporary -1967 and Historical - 1840s) Book 4 - The Summer of 1848 (Historical - 1840s) Book 5 - Money and Good Things (Historical - 1850s) Other books by this author: The Lonely Tree (Historical - 1930s-1960s, Israel) The Summer of 1974 (Vintage Contemporary, Israel)

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The Boys of Summer (The Summer Series Book 1) by C.J Duggan (1,144 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

It seemed only natural to nickname them the 'Onslow Boys'. Every time they swaggered in the front door of the Onslow Hotel after a hard week's work, their laughter was loud and genuine as they settled onto their bar stools. I peeked through the restaurant partition, a flimsy divider between my world and theirs. I couldn't help but smile whenever I saw them, saw him... Toby Morrison. Quiet seventeen-year-old Tess doesn't relish the thought of a summertime job. She wants nothing more than to forget the past haunts of high school and have fun with her best friends before the dreaded Year Twelve begins. To Tess, summer is when everything happens: riding bikes down to the lake, watching the fireworks at the Onslow Show and water bomb fights at the sweltering Sunday markets. How did she let her friends talk her into working? After first-shift disasters, rude, wealthy tourists and a taunting ex-boyfriend, Tess is convinced nothing good can come of working her summer away. However, Tess finds unlikely allies in a group of locals dubbed 'The Onslow Boys', who are old enough to drive cars, drink beer and not worry about curfews. Tess's summer of working expands her world with a series of first times with new friends, forbidden love and heartbreaking chaos. All with the one boy she has never been able to forget. It will be a summer she will always remember. Warning: sexual references, and occasional coarse language. The Summer Series: Book 1: The Boys of Summer Book 2: An Endless Summer Book 3: That One Summer Book 3.5: Ringer (Novella) Book 4: Forever Summer Authors Note: While each title can be read as a stand-alone story, you will likely enjoy taking the journey with these characters from the beginning.

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Forty Stories: New Writing from Harper Perennial (eBook Original) by Harper Perennial (16 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Forty Stories is the first long-form work published under the aegis of Fifty-Two Stories, the short fiction blog of Harper Perennial. Since its inception in 2009, Fifty-Two Stories (www.fiftytwostories.com) has hosted work by writers both new and established, including Neil Gaiman, Louise Erdrich, Mary Gaitskill, Dennis Cooper, Jennifer Haigh, Tom Piazza, Lydia Peelle, Willy Vlautin, Marcy Dermansky, and more. Fifty-Two Stories has attracted particular attention for the early exposure it has given to innovative young writers such as Blake Butler, Ben Greenman, Amelia Gray, Seth Fried, and Catherine Lacey. Forty Stories features work by Harper Perennial authors including Butler, Greenman, Elizabeth Crane, Adam Wilson, Matthew Norman, and Greg Bardsley. It also includes stories by novelists Jess Walter (Beautiful Ruins) and Shane Jones (Daniel Fights a Hurricane), and acclaimed short-form writers Jamie Quatro (I Want to Show You More), Roxane Gay, and Lindsay Hunter. New voices include Nigerian writer Adetokunbo Abiola; recent Center for Fiction fellow Mitchell S. Jackson; and adult film actress Kayden Kross. The full list of contributors includes: Adetokunbo Abiola ? David Backer ? Greg Bardsley ? Daniel Browne ? Blake Butler ? Elizabeth Crane ? Laura Jane Faulds ? Kelli Ford ? D. Foy ? Roxane Gay ? Sharon Goldner ? Ben Greenman ? Jim Hanas ? Brandon Hobson ? Lindsay Hunter ? Mitchell S. Jackson ? Shane Jones ? Kayden Kross ? Catherine Lacey ? O. A. Lindsey ? Karon Luddy ? Alexander Lumans ? Scott McClanahan ? Mesha Maren ? Tessa Mellas ? Kyle Minor ? Matthew Norman ? Nathan Oates ? Eric Raymond ? Alan Rossi ? Jamie Quatro ? Michael Ramberg ? Joseph Scapellato ? Eliezra Schaffzin ? Matt Stewart ? Jess Walter ? David Williams ? Adam Wilson ? Paula Younger

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Orientation: A Story: And Other Stories by Daniel Orozco (Farrar, Straus and Giroux) (189 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Orientation introduces a writer at the height of his powers, whose work surely invites us to reassess the landscape of American fiction. A new employee's first-day office tour includes descriptions of other workers' most private thoughts and actions. "Orientation" is a story from Daniel Orozco's critically acclaimed collection of the same name, which leads the reader through the hidden lives and moral philosophies of bridge painters, men housebound by obesity, office temps, and warehouse workers. He reveals the secret pleasures of late-night supermarket trips for cookie binges, exceptional data entry, and an exiled dictator's occasional piss on the U.S. embassy. A love affair blooms between two officers in the impartially worded pages of a police blotter; during an earthquake, the consciousness of the entire state of California shakes free for examination.

Genre: Literary Fiction