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The Book of Doors: A Novel
by Gareth BrownA debut novel full of magic, adventure, and romance, The Book of Doors opens up a thrilling world of contemporary fantasy for readers of The Midnight Library, The Invisible Life of Addie Larue, The Night Circus, and any modern story that mixes the wonder of the unknown with just a tinge of darkness.Cassie Andrews works in a New York City bookshop, shelving books, making coffee for customers, and living an unassuming, ordinary life. Until the day one of her favorite customers—a lonely yet charming old man—dies right in front of her. Cassie is devastated. She always loved his stories, and now she has nothing to remember him by. Nothing but the last book he was reading. But this is no ordinary book…It is the Book of Doors. Inscribed with enigmatic words and mysterious drawings, it promises Cassie that any door is every door. You just need to know how to open them.Then she’s approached by a gaunt stranger in a rumpled black suit with a Scottish brogue who calls himself Drummond Fox. He’s a librarian who keeps watch over a unique set of rare volumes. The tome now in Cassie’s possession is not the only book with great power, but it is the one most coveted by those who collect them. Now Cassie is being hunted by those few who know of the Special Books. With only her roommate Izzy to confide in, she has to decide if she will help the mysterious and haunted Drummond protect the Book of Doors—and the other books in his secret library’s care—from those who will do evil. Because only Drummond knows where the unique library is and only Cassie’s book can get them there. But there are those willing to kill to obtain those secrets. And a dark force—in the form of a shadowy, sadistic woman—is at the very top of that list.
Arrendersi al mascalzone
by Georgette BrownDeterminata a salvare sua cugina dalla sicura rovina per mano di un famigerato libertino, Miss Heloise Merrill prende il suo posto allo Chateau of Debauchery. Intende convincere il libertino - Sebastian Cadwell, conte di Blythe - a rivolgere le sue attenzioni altrove. Privato della sua ospite designata, Sebastian decide di dare all'impicciona Miss Merrill una meritata lezione. Ma quando le cose prendono una piega decisamente incandescente, scopre di voler andare oltre una semplice punizione. Riuscirà Heloise a resistere o si arrenderà al libertino?
Tentando a un marqués: Romance seductor de la regencia
by Georgette Brown¿Hasta dónde podrá llegar esta señorita perteneciente a la época de la Regencia para tentar a un marqués? En apariencia, Mildred Abbott es una auténtica señorita de la Regencia, pero estando secretamente comprometida, anhela explorar los placeres de la carne. Comprometida con un adulador poco estimulante, pide al reconocido sobrino de su patrona en el libertinaje que interfiera y rompa su compromiso. Cuando su solicitud ante él fracasa, ella decide aprovechar una oportunidad singular, una visita al Château Debauchery, para experimentar una noche de placer antes de someterse a una vida de aburrimiento matrimonial. El Marqués de Alastair no se preocupa por nadie, pero para apaciguar a su tía en el día de su cumpleaños, acepta elegir a una persona de cuyos intereses se ocupará. No era su intención elegir a la simple y llana señorita Abbott, pero cuando ella se presenta inesperadamente en el Château Debauchery, se ve forzado a ello. Sabiendo que su tía tiene debilidad por la señorita, decide a regañadientes actuar como un caballero y preservar el honor de la señorita Abbott llevándosela del château. Pero Mildred se niega a irse hasta que haya tenido su noche de desenfreno...
Like Mother, Like Daughter
by Georgina Brown"Why can't you be like other mums?" Rachel whined. "Why do you have to be so vulgar?" "Because I'm the same person inside as when I was your age," Liz replied. "I'm first and foremost a woman and a sexual one at that." If Rachel knew what her mother had been thinking about her own boyfriend she'd have been even more shocked. Although they'd be reluctant to admit it, mother Liz and daughter Rachel are very alike, even down to sharing the same appetite for men. But while Rachel is keen on gaining sexual experience with older guys, her mother is busy seducing men half her age, including Rachel's boyfriend. Both women are proud and headstrong, and when Rachel discovers her mother's indiscretions, the two of them are primed for a head-on collision that will either bring them closer together or cause a family uproar.
Hurt Me Good
by H. C. BrownHarper Cole may look like a best-selling author doing research for his next book, but underneath it all, he is a badass Dom and ex-rock star looking for a sub. When he meets a sexy stripper at the local gym, he uses the pretense of doing research for his next erotic novel to get close to the delicious man. To the world Flame is a self-confident male stripper and acclaimed modern dancer, but deep down, he carries a crippling secret that stops him from trusting anyone. When Harper saves him from a life-threatening attack, Flame starts to open up, and even though his vanilla preferences don't exactly match with Harper's plans, he finds himself attracted to the big Dom. Their worlds collide, leaving both men reeling. Harper is determined to show Flame the benefits of taking a ride on the wild side, but Flame cannot trust his heart to another man. What will it take to bring these two men together? It's up to Harper, as the Dom, to make it happen... if it's possible at all.
I Heart You
by H. C. BrownAfter a six year absence, Kale Stone returns to Australia to inherit his father's vineyard, Vine Mountain Winery, but finds a shocking requirement to the will. His homophobic father set an impossible condition: he must marry or reach age thirty-five before he can inherit the family business and fortune. Unable to run the winery without the money, he has no choice but to sell. The only light in the darkness is his childhood friendship with the winery manager, Tyler Duram, which grows into a secret love affair. When an offer arrives for the vineyard, it includes a contract for Tyler. Unwilling to lose Tyler, Kale searches for another solution-- until he catches Tyler kissing another man.
Take Me, Break Me
by H. C. BrownReno Rocket, bass player for the rock band Dazed, thinks he's on the straight and narrow but is his girlfriend just a cover for his confused sexuality? When the new lead singer, Tanner Star, walks in, Reno's libido snaps to attention. His attraction to the famous rock star is immediate and disconcerting. Performing with Tanner every night blows Reno's mind, and the moment Tanner grinds against him on stage, "curious" takes on a whole new meaning. Tanner wants more than a lover. He wants a sub, and he's willing to guide Reno into the world of BDSM. In turn, Reno wants to be everything to Tanner--lover, sub, and partner--but he fears the ghost of Tanner's dead boyfriend will come between them. At first they manage to find a balance and life is idyllic... until one rash action by Tanner plunges their new love affair into chaos. Will Reno admit to the world that he's gay and face the media and his family's wrath, or will he deny the love and exquisite attention Tanner's world has brought him?
God Bless This Mess: Learning to Live and Love Through Life's Best (and Worst) Moments
by Hannah Brown“My life was a complete mess, and God bless all of it. Because it’s in the messes where we learn the most—as long as we slow down enough to realize what God is trying to show us.” <P><P>Suddenly in the spotlight, twenty-four-year-old Hannah Brown realized that she wasn’t sure what she wanted. After years of competing in beauty pageants, and then starring on The Bachelorette and Dancing with the Stars, she had become incredibly visible. There she was, in her early twenties, with millions around the world examining and weighing in on her every decision. She found herself wondering what it would mean to live on her terms. What it would mean to stop seeking approval from others and decide—for the first time—what it was she wanted from her own life. <P><P>An honest and earnest examination of her own mid-twenties, God Bless This Mess is a memoir that doesn’t claim to have all the answers. Hannah knows she doesn’t have all the answers. What she does have is the insight of someone who has spent critical years of her youth under public scrutiny. Thus what emerges is a quarter-life memoir that speaks to the set of difficulties young women face, and how to move through them with grace. <P><P>By pushing against her engrained need to seek approval, and learning how to think critically about her own goals and desires, Hannah inspires others to do the same—and to embrace the messiness that comes hand-in-hand with self-discovery (even if that sometimes means falling flat on your face).Using her time on The Bachelorette as a launching pad, Hannah doesn’t shy away from the most painful experiences of her life: moments when her faith was tested, when she feared it was lost, and the moments when she reclaimed it on national television. “And Jesus still loves me.” Fans will be inspired by the never-before-told stories: the ones about facing depression and anxiety during her pageant years, the ways in which therapy and journaling have proven to be a saving grace, and the previously private moments—both at home and on television—that have shaped the star’s outlook. <P><P>Honest and emotionally urgent, God Bless This Mess is a reminder that true growth doesn’t come without strife—and it’s through those dark, messy moments that self-acceptance and love can bloom.
Mistakes We Never Made
by Hannah BrownBachelorette fan-favorite and New York Times bestselling author Hannah Brown delivers the perfect beach read with her fiction debut—&“a fun, fast, epic rom-com" (Abby Jimenez, #1 New York Times bestselling author). Emma Townsend can sum up her situationship with hot-as-hell romantic red flag Finn Hughes in one word: almost. They almost dated in high school. They almost hooked up after college. They almost took things too far one magical night. Their whole story is one series of &“almosts&” and &“nearlys,&” and now they just kind of can&’t stand each other. Like, at all. But this weekend, one of their mutuals is getting married . . . and Emma and Finn will have to pretend they don&’t remember how disastrous it was the last time they were in a room together. Emma&’s doing a stellar job of playing it cool—until the bride goes missing. Now, with two days before the wedding, Emma and Finn are hitting the road in a sweet vintage sports car in hopes of salvaging someone else&’s happily-ever-after. Yet somewhere between Emma&’s breakfast burrito throw down, a high-stakes kayak chase (it can happen), and an outrageous Vegas detour, these sworn enemies are crossing more than just state lines. As old feelings spark once more, Emma begins to question whether risking your heart is ever really a mistake.
Six Degrees
by Honey BrownWeaving an intricate web of interconnected characters and their six stories, Six Degrees explores the powerful role sexual attraction plays in everyday life. Written by Honey Brown, best selling author of several critically acclaimed novels, Six Degrees is Honey's first exploit into rural romance. Strong female protagonists lead a cast of characters with lives we recognize and know, crossing paths in intimate, surprising and erotic ways. The ripple effect of one tragic event shapes each character's experiences, but in the end it is their individual need for connection that truly binds them. Six Degrees uses the allure, the action or the absence of physical connection to explore these everyday character's flaws, quirks and strengths. For the first time, Honey has made sexual attraction the intriguing hero of each story.
Rhythm & Muse
by India Hill BrownCinderella meets Cyrano in this pitch-perfect YA rom-com that is a celebration of Black joy, first crushes, and putting your heart on the line for love. Darren Johnson lives in his head. There, he can pine for his crush—total dream girl, Delia Dawson—in peace, away from the unsolicited opinions of his talkative family and showboat friends. When Delia announces a theme song contest for her popular podcast, Dillie D in the Place to Be, Darren’s friends—convinced he’ll never make a move—submit one of his secret side projects for consideration.After the anonymous romantic verse catches Dillie’s ear, she sets out to uncover the mystery singer behind the track. Now Darren must decide: Is he ready to step out of the shadows and take the lead in his own life?
The Plainswoman
by Irene Bennett BrownAmity Whitford dared stake her own claim on the plains of western Kansas. She built her own homestead with her bare hands and tamed the wild lands. Then she set her sights on politics, running for election as the county school superintendent. But as her dream came within reach, and her love for local newspaper publisher Chalk Holden staked its own claim in her heart, Amity's past returned, bringing a menace more fierce than a storm on the open plains . . .
The Key to You and Me
by Jaye Robin BrownA sweet and funny ownvoices LGBTQ+ romance perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Julie Murphy, from the critically acclaimed author of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit! Piper Kitts is spending the summer living with her grandmother, training at the barn of a former Olympic horseback rider, and trying to get over her ex-girlfriend. Much to Piper’s dismay, her grandmother is making her face her fear of driving by taking lessons from a girl in town. Kat Pearson has always suspected that she likes girls but fears her North Carolina town is too small to color outside the lines. But when Piper’s grandmother hires Kat to give her driving lessons, everything changes. Piper’s not sure if she’s ready to let go of her ex. Kat’s navigating uncharted territory with her new crush. With the summer running out, will they be able to unlock a future together?"Piper and Kat are imperfect, but always trying their best—aren't we all?—and Brown had me rooting for them all the way through this sweet, slow burn romance. Their triumphs, their blunders, and the way they swing between confidence and self-doubt are utterly relatable."—Misa Sigura, award-winning author of It's Not Like It's a Secret
The Meaning of Birds
by Jaye Robin Brown“An evocative story of the thrills of first love and the anguish of first loss. This will break you and heal you.”—Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’Not to be missed by fans of Nina LaCour and Becky Albertalli, this powerful novel—from the acclaimed author of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit—paints a poignant portrait of love in the past, grief in the now, and the healing power of art.Before: Jess has always struggled with the fire inside her. But when she meets Vivi, everything changes. As they fall for each other, Vivi helps Jess deal with her anger and pain and encourages her to embrace her artistic talent. And suddenly Jess’s future is a blank canvas, filled with possibilities.After: When Vivi unexpectedly dies, Jess’s perfect world is erased. As she spirals out of control, Jess pushes away everyone around her and throws out her plans for art school. Because art is Vivi and Vivi is gone forever. Right when Jess feels at her lowest, she makes a surprising friend who just might be able to show her a new way to channel her rage, passion, and creativity. But will Jess ever be able to forge a new path for herself without Vivi?A beautiful exploration of first love and first loss, this novel effortlessly weaves together past and present to tell a profound story about how you can become whole again when it seems like you’ve lost the most important part of yourself.
No Place to Fall
by Jaye Robin BrownThe Sky Is Everywhere meets This Lullaby in a sexy and poignant debut novel about family, friendships, and first romance.Amber Vaughn is a good girl. She sings solos at church, babysits her nephew after school, and spends Friday nights hanging out at the house of her best friend, Devon. But when she learns about an audition at a prestigious arts school, Amber decides that her dream--to sing on bigger stages--could also be her ticket to a new life. Devon's older brother, Will, helps Amber prepare for her one chance to try out. The more time Will and Amber spend together, the more complicated their relationship becomes . . . and Amber starts to wonder if she's such a good girl, after all.Then, in an afternoon, the bottom drops out of her family's world--and Amber is faced with an impossible choice between her promise as an artist and the people she loves. Amber always thought she knew what a good girl would do. But between right and wrong, there's a whole world of possibilities.
Break Us (Shade Me #3)
by Jennifer BrownFans of Pretty Little Liars, look no further for your new favorite chilling mystery: the Shade Me series by acclaimed author Jennifer Brown. This last book in a popular trilogy is a nail-biting, not-to-be-missed finale that will leave readers breathless.Nikki Kill doesn’t see the world in black and white. Her synesthesia shades everything in view, transforming numbers, words, and emotions into colorful clues. Which means she’s a dangerous commodity to anyone with something to hide.Nikki has already taken on the Hollises—one of L.A.’s most powerful families—for murdering her half sister, Peyton. However, Nikki’s next steps are clouded by the gray of uncertainty. Before she knows it, Nikki is on the trail of a cold case that couldn’t be any more personal—the death of her mother.But when the web of lies and secrets she uncovers leads back to the people who have tried to silence her, Nikki must pursue the sunbeam gold of justice, or everything—including her life—will be lost.
Dare You (Shade Me #2)
by Jennifer BrownIn the second book of the suspenseful Shade Me trilogy, perfect for fans of Sara Shepard's Pretty Little Liars and Kimberly McCreight's The Outliers, Nikki Kill becomes embroiled in another mystery with the gorgeous Detective Martinez when she discovers that the Hollises are trying frame her for the murder of Peyton Hollis—and only her synesthesia can help her unravel the dark truth.Nikki Kill didn't realize that trying to find out who killed Peyton Hollis would tangle her in a web of dangerous family secrets that would rock her identity to the core. But now that Nikki knows the truth, the all-powerful Hollises want to frame her for Peyton's murder. And now Nikki's only chance at escaping the cold black bars of prison or the crimson grip of death is teaming up with the enigmatic Detective Martinez and relying on an ever-shifting kaleidoscope of clues...
Hunted at the Hideaway
by Jennifer BrownA brutal blizzard. A vengeful attacker.And nowhere to hide… For Natalie Marlowe, her mountain lodge is a desperately needed refuge. And new guest Gabriel Neesom is as reassuring as he is outgoing. But when a blizzard strikes, a man who once nearly killed Natalie turns the lodge into a hunting ground. Cut off, trapped and on the run, Natalie and Gabriel must confront their hidden fears—and live through the merciless night…
Kidnapped in Kansas
by Jennifer BrownA little girl taken…And her mother&’s life at stake Holly Shipley&’s sleepy hometown should be a safe place for her child-star daughter—until five-year-old Georgia goes missing at the county fair. Now Holly has twenty-four hours to pay her ex-husband a ransom she doesn&’t have. With the clock ticking down, neighbor cop Ryan Oldham is her only hope. But when Holly becomes a target, can Ryan reunite mother and daughter…before this day becomes their last?
Peril at the Peak
by Jennifer BrownTo save his daughter,They must survive the mountain… Whitney Murphy thought leading a youth group hike on Candle Mountain would be fun. Even with Jeremy Moon, uptight single dad, as her coleader. But fun turns to danger when Jeremy&’s daughter goes missing. With storm clouds rolling in, Whitney and Jeremy must put aside their differences. Because working together is their only chance of finding young Sam and getting off the mountain alive…
Rescue on the Ridge
by Jennifer BrownTo rescue an innocent victim…They must outrun the past to survive Rescue leader Erin Hadaway knows from wrenching experience how fast Mount Washington can end lives. And she sees Patrick Rogers as more weekend warrior than serious partner. While training on the mountain, they find a teenage girl being held captive. Fighting the shadows in each of their pasts—and escalating peril—Erin and Patrick must tackle more than the merciless slopes to save her.
Shade Me (Shade Me #1)
by Jennifer BrownThe first book in acclaimed author Jennifer Brown’s thrilling suspense series for fans of Sara Shepard’s Pretty Little Liars, Shade Me is about a unique girl who becomes entangled in a mysterious crime and lured into a sexy but dangerous relationship with a boy who may be a suspect.Nikki Kill has always been an outsider. Born with rare synesthesia, she sees the world differently. In Nikki’s eyes, happiness is pink, sadness is a mixture of brown and green, and lies are gray.To Nikki, Peyton Hollis, the ultrarich it-girl at school, was seemingly untouchable. That is, until Peyton is violently attacked and the only phone number the hospital finds in Peyton’s cell is Nikki’s. Suddenly Nikki is pulled into Peyton’s glittering, fast-paced world as she tries to unravel an unfolding conspiracy.As Nikki gets closer to the dark truth—and to Peyton’s gorgeous older brother—the only thing she can be sure of is death is a deep, pulsing crimson.
Dangerous Mountain Escape
by Jennifer Brown Victoria AustinA family under threatPeril at the Peak by Jennifer Brown Whitney Murphy thought leading a youth group hike on Candle Mountain would be fun. Even with Jeremy Moon, uptight single dad, as her coleader. But fun turns to danger when Jeremy&’s daughter goes missing. With storm clouds rolling in, Whitney and Jeremy must put aside their differences. Because working together is their only chance of finding young Sam and getting off the mountain alive…Rocky Mountain Showdown by Victoria Austin Trapped between a raging forest fire and an army of gunmen, Laura Donovan and her daughter must rely on her knowledge of the mountain to get to safety. But without park ranger Seth Callahan&’s help, they might not make it. And though trust comes hard for Laura, she has no doubt the wounded warrior will sacrifice everything to keep them alive.2 Thrilling Stories Peril at the Peak and Rocky Mountain Showdown
Lord Lightning
by Jenny BrownThey call him "Lord Lightning". . . For his shocking behavior. An unrepentant rogue with a wicked reputation, his outrageous conduct ensures no woman will get close enough to hurt him. But demure and lovely astrologer Eliza Farrell casts a chart that tells her Lord Hartwood is capable of great, passionate love. When Hartwood indulges in one of his famous pranks and invites Eliza to become his new mistress, the virginal country miss must meet her fate armed only with her knowledge that the cynical lord will become the tender lover she sees predicted in the stars. Though Eliza is nothing like the brazen strumpets he prefers, the seemingly incorruptible seer excites Lord Lightning much more than the hard, calculating women he is accustomed to. Eliza's trusting spirit and quick mind touch his cold heart-and when the bewitching innocent surprisingly agrees to be seen on his arm, neither can predict the sparks that will fly between them . . . or resist the electric passion that will threaten to transform them both.
Perilous Pleasures
by Jenny BrownHis thirst for revenge must overcome her powers of seduction . . . Lord Ramsay believes in fate. But is it chance or something more sinister that has the daughter of his worst enemy delivered into his hands? Finally, the stars are in perfect alignment for his revenge. But Ramsay isn't prepared for the vulnerable, courageous woman he finds-a woman with powers of her own. Zoe didn't inherit her mother's cruel heart, but that doesn't stop the tall stranger who kidnaps her. Now, she has only one weapon against the fate that awaits her . . . seduction. Yet even as Zoe uses her charms to bewitch her abductor, Ramsay's haunted Pisces soul weaves a sensual spell around her too. Soon, the two will be bound together by a burning passion as bright as the stars-and locked in a desperate struggle against an ancient sorcery that can be vanquished only by love.