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A Lady of Rare Quality
by Anne AshleyThey’ve never seen a lady make him smile...They’ve never seen Viscount Greythorpe listen so intently when a lady speaks. To have caught the eye of this esteemed gentleman, Miss Annis Milbank must be a lady of rare quality indeed!The beautiful, headstrong Annis is innocent to the world, and much more interested in solving the problems of others-the question of who she herself might marry has never been foremost in her mind.With a wry smile tugging at the corners of his lips, the aloof, distinguished Viscount Greythorpe is confident that she will be his....
An Ideal Companion: Scars Of Betrayal Surrender To The Viking An Ideal Companion
by Anne AshleyAfter her employer mysteriously dies, a young woman must team up with a dashing colonel to uncover the truth and clear her name.When an unseasonable snowstorm brings an assortment of stranded travelers to Lady Beatrice Lindley’s door, companion Miss Ruth Harrington welcomes them in, flustered though she is by the towering presence of Colonel Hugo Prentiss. But the next morning, Ruth’s quiet existence on the moor is shattered—Lady Beatrice is dead!Convinced there’s more to her employer’s demise than meets the eye, Ruth seeks the one man who can help her uncover the truth—the enigmatic Colonel. But in a world where nothing is what it seems, can Ruth and Hugo come to put their trust in each other?
His Makeshift Wife
by Anne AshleySpirited Briony Winters can't believe her ears. Her beloved godmother's will pushes her into marriage-with notorious rake Luke Kingsley. But when her wickedly handsome husband-to-be promises not to claim his rights, Briony takes a deep breath and says, "I do."Luke is used to having secrets, and he's keeping his true reasons for marrying Briony hidden. Let her believe him merely another spoiled, indebted rakehell. Yet it's increasingly hard to hide his real self from his ever more inquisitive wife....
Lady Gwendolen Investigates
by Anne AshleyElegant yet feisty, well traveled yet innocent to the world, beautiful yet modest-prying into others' lives isn't for Lady Gwendolen Warrender. Until murder and mayhem come to Marsden Wood!And every good sleuth needs a partner. Who better than dashing master of the manor Jocelyn Northbridge? With his touch of arrogance, intelligent eyes and brooding chivalry, she knows he'll make the perfect accomplice. But soon the renowned bachelor has more than solving murder in mind.It seems Gwendolen may have uncovered her very own marriage proposal!
Miss in a Man's World
by Anne AshleyWith her beloved godfather's death shrouded in scandal, the impetuous Miss Georgiana Grey disguises herself as a boy and heads to London to discover the truth.Being hired as the notorious Viscount Fincham's page helps Georgie's investigations, but plays havoc with her heart... She returns home, disastrously in love with her high-handed protector, only to discover she must return to London for the Season!She comes face-to-face with Fincham at a lavish ball, where her true identity and outrageous deception are unmasked...
Tavern Wench
by Anne AshleyReduced to a humble tavern cook, a penniless lady reenters society in a whirlwind of adventure and mystery in this historical romance.Vicar’s daughter Emma Lynn is alone in the world since the death of her father. Too proud to accept charity, she earns her living by cooking—in a tavern! But her independence has a heavy price: a tavern wench isn’t fit to mix with the gentry, and Emma has turned her back on the Polite World.Mr. Benedict Grantley, amateur sleuth and baronet’s heir, isn’t going to let Emma’s principles stand in his way. As Ben uncovers the startling truth about a series of murders, Emma is thrust into Society . . . thrown into danger . . . and plunged into love!
The Reluctant Marchioness
by Anne AshleyHis Runaway Bride ReturnsJulian Stapleford, Marquis of Wroxam, is confounded when his estranged wife reappears after an eight-year absence. After being caught in the arms of another man, Lady Jennifer vanished from his life without a trace. Julian is surprised to find that Jennifer is no longer the naive girl he’d married, but instead a genteel lady of integrity with a son who is unquestionably his. Julian finds himself instinctively drawn to his newfound fatherhood. But he will certainly not make the mistake of falling for the same woman again. Or will he?
Krapp's Last Cassette
by Anne ArgulaQuinn, a sharp-tongued private investigator in Seattle who's been busy waving goodbye to her philandering husband while fanning her hot flashes with her other hand, has just bumped into a case that threatens to expose the compassionate heart beneath her hard-boiled exterior. A fifteen-year-old named Danny has suffered hideous abuse at the hands of his twisted parents, and now he's battling a life-threatening illness. Danny's saga has been turned into a bestselling memoir that is about to be adapted into a made-for-TV movie. The screenwriter, Alex Krapp, has talked to the weak, reclusive Danny only over the phone. But now a cynical reporter who believes that the kid doesn't exist is about to put his suspicions in print. Can Quinn find and vindicate Danny before he dies? Quinn is not only moved by the tale but a little attracted to Krapp himself. And yet something seems strange. Why does the story have so many similarities to her high-profile murder case, and why has Krapp hired her? While Quinn gets in touch with her feminine side, her suspicions force her to keep one hand on her Smith & Wesson LadySmith. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Walla Walla Suite
by Anne ArgulaQuinn, a newly divorced ex-cop, retains custody of her wild hot flashes, her twisted tongue, her fey sense of humor, and her propensity for trouble. Now trying to get a foothold as a P. I. in a new city, Quinn takes what she thinks will be a safe job with Vincent Ainge, to whom she is oddly attracted. Vincent, who has his own demons, is the only mitigation investigator in the Northwest working to save the lives of convicted killers from ending at the gallows in Walla Walla state prison. When a young secretary named Eileen vanishes, the woman's boss hires Quinn to track her down. What looks like a missing-person case turns out to be anything but, sucking into its wake Vincent, his demented father, Eileen's barely legitimate boss, her sexually vulnerable mother, a serial rapist and possible serial killer, and, of course, Quinn herself. Quinn's improvised investigation takes her to the dangerous dark corners of the human psyche and casts suspicion where she least expects it, which will ignite a burst of violence and a resolution that readers won't see coming. "This book will delight anyone who has ever feared that the private detective novel has no new tricks-or voices-up its sleeve. " -Laura Lippman, author ofWhat the Dead Know "Anne Argula brings a welcome voice to the noir novel with Quinn, who is earthy, gritty, but above all, a mature woman. We don't have enough of those. " -Sara Paretsky, author ofFire Sale "A terrific, suspenseful tale of murder, driven by interesting and quirky characters, leavened by edgy self-deprecating humor, and resolved by a surprising twist. " -Joseph Wambaugh, author ofHollywood Station "A wonderful novel-smart, funny, and remarkably humane. " -James Crumley, author ofThe Right Madness "Anne Argula's menopausal detective will give mystery fans multiple hot flashes of horror, humor, and surprise. " -Tom Robbins, author ofVilla Incognito From the Trade Paperback edition.
Hover: A Novel
by Anne A. Wilson“A memorable heroine thrown into a unique, exhilarating setting with an equally heart-pounding love interest. . . . thrilling, romantic, [and] cinematic.” —Michelle Gable, New York Times–bestselling author of A Paris ApartmentHelicopter pilot Lt. Sara Denning steps into her brother’s shoes after his tragic death and joins a navy battle group, despite her fear of water. Sara’s philosophy is simple—blend in, be competent, and above all, never do anything to stand out as a woman in a man’s world.Somewhere along the way, Sara lost herself—her feminine, easygoing soul is now buried under so many defensive layers, she can’t reach it anymore.When she meets strong, self-assured Lt. Eric Marxen, her defenses start to falter. Eric coordinates flight operations for a Navy SEAL team that requests Sara as the exclusive pilot. This blatant show of favoritism causes conflict with the other pilots. It doesn’t help that her interactions with Eric leave her reeling.Soon the training missions become real, and Sara must overcome her fears before they plunge her into danger. When Sara’s life is on the line, can she find her true self again and follow the orders of her heart before it is too late?Anne A. Wilson’s Hover is a thrilling, emotional women’s journey written by a groundbreaking former navy pilot.“An engaging new voice, crackling with authenticity.” —CJ Lyons, New York Times–bestselling author of Farewell to Dreams“Wilson offers a must-read that merges suspense, intrigue, and romance in a dynamic setting.” —Library Journal“Tightly written training scenes make for a smart, absorbing thriller.” —Kirkus Reviews“Wilson’s experience as an active-duty U.S. Navy helicopter pilot brings a nuanced perspective to her thrilling debut.” —Booklist
Board Stiff (A Mattie Winston Mystery #5)
by Annalise RyanSorenson, Wisconsin's deputy coroner Mattie Winston is back on the job. . .in a nursing home examining the body of Bernie Chase--the now former president of the Twilight Home's board of directors--who is covered in a powder used to turn liquids to solids. The home's residents are certain Bernie was offing the patients who cost him too much. . .and the patient that found him can't remember a thing. Between her ongoing tug of war with Detective Hurley, fulfilling her new job requirement of seeing a shrink, and wrangling with the Twilight Home's board of directors, Mattie's got her scrubbed hands full. She'll need all of her outside-the-box forensic skills to crack a case that's turning out to be stranger--and more dangerous--than anything she's seen before!
Frozen Stiff (A\mattie Winston Mystery Ser. #3)
by Annalise RyanDeputy coroner Mattie Winston knows everyone in the charmingly small town of Sorenson, Wisconsin--except the latest body discovered in a desolate field. If a woman this attractive had moved into town, the news would have surely hit the gossip mill in record time. So who was the murdered femme fatale? Whose knife was left planted in her chest? The mystery deepens when detective Steven Hurley takes one look at the body and turns as white as the newly fallen snow. . .and excuses himself from the case. It'll take all of Mattie's forensic skills to unravel the increasingly bizarre clues and find the killer. . .before she herself becomes just another cold case in a frigid Midwest winter! "Has it all: suspense, laughter, a spicy dash of romance..." --Tess Gerritsen"The funniest deputy coroner to cut up a corpse since, well, ever." --Laura Levine"Mattie Winston is a likable, humorous heroine. . .lighthearted and fun." --Romantic Times
Stiff Penalty (A Mattie Winston Mystery #6)
by Annalise RyanDeputy coroner Mattie Winston knows a thing or two about dead bodies. That's why she's on the case of Derrick Ames, a high school math teacher stabbed to death with a barbecue fork straight to the heart. Sure, she's turned up some motives and a few suspects, but nothing adds up. Especially when the evidence points to Ames's teenage son. Newly pregnant Mattie can't believe it, even as her own long-estranged father may be following her. But one thing's certain, she'd better start figuring things out fast, or a deadly perpetrator could be subtracting two more victims from the population of Sorenson, Wisconsin. . .
Working Stiff (A\mattie Winston Mystery Ser. #1)
by Annalise RyanWhen Mattie Winston catches her husband Dr. David Winston receiving some very special loving care from R.N. Karen Owenby, she quits her job and moves out. Mattie's best friend Izzy offers her a place to stay and suggests she'd be a natural as deputy coroner. Now, instead of taking patients' pulses, Mattie's weighing their hearts and livers.But Mattie's first homicide call turns out to be for none other than Nurse Karen, and even though she saw her ex in a heated argument with the newly deceased the night before, she refuses to believe David could be a killer. Keeping mum about what she saw, Mattie is also left speechless by the sight of hunky Detective Steve Hurley...From learning the ropes on her new job to sorting out her feelings about her ex and dealing with her growing attraction to Detective Hurley, Mattie's in deep water and in danger of sinking quickly, especially when she places herself dead center in the path of a desperate--yet determined--killer. . .
Annalise The Kid Detective
by Annalise BowersWhen it comes to solving mysteries, Annalise The Kid Detective is on the case! Using her uncanny talents, she can dig up things when everyone else has given up. With her unique team by her side, including her mother and other kid detectives, Annalise not only helps find missing items, but helps people discover the missing message behind their item. The Box Annalise’s teacher is excited about the box of books she brought to class. Each student will get a personalized book that could change their lives forever. But before she can distribute them, someone steals the box! While everyone else panics, AKD is on the case! What she finds may open magical doors the students never thought possible. The Book Everyone is enjoying their personalized book, including Annalise, who’s excited about where the book is guiding her. But when she misplaces her beloved book, she’s devastated. Along with a colorful cast of characters, she goes on a journey of discovery to find the book and inspiration at every turn. The Key When a married couple hosts a dinner party, they take a moment to show their unique box, which holds a magical stone. After the party, they discover the key to open the box is missing! They hire Annalise The Kid Detective. As she does her best to keep tempers at bay and accusations from flying, she helps the couple locate the missing key and discover that things aren’t always what they seem. The Stone A magic stone that allows you to talk to people who have gone to Heaven is making news across the country. When it comes up missing after being displayed at a children’s art festival, Annalise The Kid Detective is the only hope to get it back. More than just light-hearted magical stories, their page-turning tables from debut pre-teen author Annalise Bowers will have you craving for more!
What Lies Within: The perfect gripping read
by Annabelle ThorpeAn intense, claustrophobic psychological novel about the dark side of expat life, and what being out of your comfort zone can do to you, set in the vibrant souks and ancient riads of MarrakechA unique friendship, built on a lieFreya, Paul and Hamad. Three friends from two different worlds; a seemingly unshakeable bond, suddenly under threat.A move that would change all their lives.The trio have stayed close since university despite Freya and Paul's marriage and Hamad's wealthy lifestyle - so different from their own. Then an incredible job offer from Hamad sees Paul and Freya move to Morocco.A city where nothing is as it seemsMarrakech soon proves a perplexing place to live. Instead of reinvigorating their marriage, Freya finds the move is driving them apart. Revelations about their shared past force her to acknowledge that neither Paul nor Hamad is quite the man she thought. When a shocking crime is committed, Freya finds herself cast adrift in the dark corners of a bewildering city, unsure who to trust or to believe.
Addis on the Inside
by Annabelle JaySeventeen-year-old orphan Jayla lives in NORCC, or the New Orleans Rehabilitation Center for Children, where all the children of morphoid-addicted Addis go to wait for a clean family to adopt them. When Jayla’s long-lost sister, Jo, arrives from the dome where the Addis are kept and tells her about the Authority’s plan to gas all the domes across the country, Jayla decides that she’s been in NORCC long enough. With the help of her NORCC crew of girls, including her almost-girlfriend, Arla, and a new love interest, Riley, Jayla must take down the Authority while discovering powers she never knew she had. Unfortunately, the plot to kill the Addis is not the only secret their leaders are keeping. Jayla must fight both the Authority and her own demons in order to stop the annihilation of her people.
Ketchup Clouds
by Annabel PitcherDear Mr. S. Harris, Ignore the blob of red in the top left corner. It's jam, not blood, though I don't think I need to tell you the difference. It wasn't your wife's jam the police found on your shoe. . . .I know what it's like. Mine wasn't a woman. Mine was a boy. And I killed him exactly three months ago. Zoe has an unconventional pen pal--Mr. Stuart Harris, a Texas Death Row inmate and convicted murderer. But then again, Zoe has an unconventional story to tell. A story about how she fell for two boys, betrayed one of them, and killed the other. Hidden away in her backyard shed in the middle of the night with a jam sandwich in one hand and a pen in the other, Zoe gives a voice to her heart and her fears after months of silence. Mr. Harris may never respond to Zoe's letters, but at least somebody will know her story--somebody who knows what it's like to kill a person you love. Only through her unusual confession can Zoe hope to atone for her mistakes that have torn lives apart, and work to put her own life back together again.Rising literary star Annabel Pitcher pens a captivating second novel, rich with her distinctive balance between humor and heart. Annabel explores the themes of first love, guilt, and grief, introducing a character with a witty voice and true emotional resonance.
Yours Truly
by Annabel PitcherPreviously published under the title Ketchup CloudsDear Mr. S. Harris, Ignore the blob of red in the top left corner. It's jam, not blood, though I don't think I need to tell you the difference. It wasn't your wife's jam the police found on your shoe. I know what it's like. Mine wasn't a woman. Mine was a boy. And I killed him three months ago exactly.Zoe has an unconventional pen pal -- Mr. Stuart Harris, a Texas Death Row inmate and convicted murderer. But that's okay, because Zoe has an unconventional story to tell. A story about how she fell for two boys, betrayed one of them, and killed the other. Hidden away in her backyard shed in the middle of the night with a jam sandwich in one hand and a pen in the other, Zoe gives voice to her heart and her fears after months of silence. Mr. Harris may never respond to Zoe's letters, but at least somebody will know her story -- somebody who knows what it's like to kill the person you love. Only through her unusual confession can Zoe hope to atone for her mistakes that have torn lives apart, and work to put her own life back together again. Rising literary star Annabel Pitcher pens a captivating second novel, rich with her distinctive balance between humor and heart. Annabel explores the themes of first love, guilt, and grief, introducing a character with a witty voice and true emotional resonance.
I Know You: A Novel of Suspense (A Novel of Suspense)
by Annabel KantariaA twisted domestic thriller in the vein of B. A. Paris and Shari Lapena that asks: How well do you know your friends?That picture you posted? I’ve seen it.That location you tagged?I’ve been there. I know everything about your life . . .And I’m going to destroy it.A recent transplant from sunny California, life in the London suburbs is not what Taylor Watson expected. Far from the West End shops and city lights she imagined, she finds herself pregnant and lonely, with a husband frequently away on business and only social media to keep her company. It’s only after Taylor joins a book club and a walking group, that she finally starts to make some real-life friends. Before long, Taylor’s hanging out with Anna, Sarah, Simon, and Caroline but, as her pregnancy progresses and her friendships blossom, a sense of unease develops. Nothing’s ever quite as it seems on the surface, and it soon becomes clear that Taylor’s new friends have secrets. One appears to be after Taylor’s husband, another’s always putting her down, and then there’s the question of Simon. Could he have feelings for Taylor? But far more worryingly, one of the group’s not being too careful what they post on social media—and another is watching all too closely. Who’s stalking who . . . and why?
Curse the Day
by Annabel ChaseWelcome to Spellbound, where paranormal is the new normal. <p><p> The only magic Emma Hart believes in is caffeine and the power of the dryer to lose one sock per load. A public interest lawyer buried under a mound of student debt, Emma’s whole life has been one turn of bad luck after another. Her streak seems to continue when she gets lost on the way to see a client in the remote Pocono Mountains. A chance encounter with a suicidal angel lands her in Spellbound, a town where supernaturals have been cursed to remain for centuries--probably not the best time for Emma to discover that she's actually a witch. <p><p> Between the recent murder of the town’s public defender, a goblin accused of theft, remedial witch classes, and the attention of one smoking hot vampire, Emma struggles to navigate this unfamiliar terrain without losing her mind...or her life. Curse the Day is the first book in the Spellbound paranormal cozy mystery series.
Bound by Flame
by Anna WindsorThe Dark Crescent Sisterhood #2 Some like it hot... Fire has always been a part of Cynda Flynn's life--from her red-hair to the flames she wields as a Sybil warrior priestess. But when undercover cop Nick Lowell ignites the flames of passion within, she's caught completely off guard. Cynda thought she understood heat and power, but this sensation is something completely new. And if she can't reconcile her feelings for the irresistible half-human, half-demon, they may consume her completely. Through his strong-will and self-control, Nick has learned to manage his dark side. After five years of undercover work with The Legion Cult, he's become as tough as steel--or so he thought. He's become tough as steel from five years of secret work within the Legion cult. Or so he thought. But Cynda Flynn changes everything and his once unshakeable resolve is starting to melt. But a new evil is threatening to extinguish fire Sybils like Cynda. Will Nick's love be enough to save her...and the rest of the world? "Round two of the high-stakes war contains all the action, kick-butt battles and sizzling sensuality of the first installment of the Dark Crescent Sisterhood series. After her two outstanding releases, Windsor is sure to become a brand name. Great characters and tight, exciting plots make this a true thrill ride!" -RT Book Review
Bound by Light
by Anna WindsorThe Dark Crescent Sisterhood #3 As Sybils--protector warrior "witches"--they control the Elements...But passion is a force that no one can contain The dark of night holds boundless desire...and nameless terror... Between dealing with the mess that is now Manhattan and her world-ending prophetic nightmares, Merilee Alexander has a lot on her plate. She is used to dealing with her sacred duties as a warrior witch--namely being the "broom" to sweep out the trash. But lately her job has been made even more difficult by her fantasies of a certain officer in the NYPD Occult Crimes Unit. It doesn't help that the star of these fantasies, Jake Lowell, won't give her the time of day. What Merilee doesn't know is that Jake is about to burst from hiding his true feelings. He wants her just as desperately as she wants him, but he has secrets of his own. Secrets of the dangerous and demonic kind. So when Jake and Merilee are tasked with investigating a demonic kingpin who has disguised himself as a key leader--the pair must go further into the city's supernatural underbelly than ever before to save the world as they know it. "All hell is breaking loose in the rousing conclusion to Windsor's remarkable supernatural trilogy, the Dark Crescent Sisterhood. Throughout the series the epic struggle between the sybils and the evil Legion has been growing darker, leading to inevitable and tragic losses. Windsor's gift for delivering epic yet extremely personal stories makes her a genuine find and a name to watch." -RT Book Review
Bound by Shadow: A Novel Of The Dark Crescent Sisterhood (The\dark Crescent Sisterhood Ser. #1)
by Anna WindsorThe Dark Crescent Sisterhood #1 As Sybils--protector warrior "witches"--they control the Elements...But passion is a force that no one can contain. Never trust a demon--in bed or out. As a fully trained Sybil, Riana Dumain knows this. But even a warrior priestess falls victim to her own earthy desires when NYPD detective, Creed Lowell, enters her life. Riana has her suspicions about the detective--specifically that he's using his badge to consolidate demonic power for the evil Legion cult. When a politician's son falls victim to a ritualistic sacrifice, Riana and her two sister Sybils join forces with Creed's Occult Crimes Unit. But working so closely with Creed proves to be dangerous in ways Riana could never have imagined. She learns that her instincts were right and not only is the hot as sin detective a half-human, but he's guarding a trap door to hell. Now it's up to Riana to try to reign Creed's inner demon before all of Manhattan falls victim to his darkness. "Talk about your kick-butt launches! Windsor catapults readers into the gritty world of the Dark Crescent Sisterhood, filled with top-notch characterization and nonstop action. Add in some seriously sizzling sensuality, and you have a perfect read. With back-to-back releases, hot talent Windsor is sure to make waves." -RT Book Review
Captive Heart: A Novel Of The Dark Crescent Sisterhood (The Dark Crescent Sisterhood #6)
by Anna WindsorThe Dark Crescent Sisterhood #6 As Sybils--protector warrior "witches"--they control the Elements...But passion is a force that no one can contain. Being the only fully trained water Sybil is a big responsibility, which leaves Andy Myles too busy defending New York from flesh-eating Rakshasha demons and dealing with a personal tragedy to even think about entrusting her broken heart to the wrong man. So the last thing she needs is the FBI's overbearing adviser for Manhattan Occult Crimes Unit, Jack Blackmore whose Army-tough attitude and critical ways are working her last nerve. Honestly, she she could just drown him in a tidal wave of her water energy--except for the one small fact that she can't stop thinking about kissing him. A lot. What is it about hating a man that makes him so hot? Jack's 100% percent human and 200% tough. He's never come across a problem he couldn't solve bullets, steel and his own two hands. But now he finds himself fighting beside warrior witches who can kill with just a snap of their fingers and he seems powerless to defend his heart against a wild woman with kisses that taste like sweet southern rain. But as a wave of evil takes hold over the city, Jack has only one opportunity to put an end to the all of the violence--and win Andy's love. "The finale of this trilogy in Windsor's Dark Crescent Sisterhood series races out the gate and never looks back. From the first, Andy Myles has been a fan favorite, so seeing her finally get her due is hugely satisfying. Windsor's skill and talents are on full display as she gives the readers exactly what they want: thrilling tales filled with action, passion and gut-wrenching emotion! Brava!" -RT Book Review