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The Supremes Sing the Happy Heartache Blues: A Novel
by Edward Kelsey MooreA novel of friendship, family and forgiveness, from the author of the bestselling The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat, perfect for fans of The Little Coffee Shop of Kabul.When a late life love affair blooms between Mr. Forrest Payne and Miss Beatrice Jordan, their wedding summons a legend to town. Mr. El Walker, the great guitar bluesman, returns to Plainview, Indiana, to perform in a place he'd sworn--and for good reason--he'd never set foot in again.But El is not the only Plainview native with a hurdle to overcome. Among those in this tightly knit community are the lifelong friends, known locally as "The Supremes", each facing a challenge of their own -- Clarice, facing down her chance at and fear of a great career; Barbara Jean, grappling with the loss of a mother whose life humiliated both of them, and Odette, reaching toward her husband through an anger of his that she does not understand.Now, serenaded by El Walker's bittersweet and unforgettable blues song, this group need not learn how to survive but how, fully, to live.'A joy to read! Besides being laugh out loud hilarious, Edward Kelsey Moore has a profound understanding of human nature' Fannie Flagg, author of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe
The Supremes Sing the Happy Heartache Blues
by Edward Kelsey MooreA novel of friendship, family and forgiveness, from the author of the bestselling The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat.When a late life love affair blooms between Mr. Forrest Payne, the owner of the Pink Slipper Gentleman's Club, and Miss Beatrice Jordan, famous for yelling warnings of eternal damnation at the Club's departing patrons, their wedding summons a legend to town. Mr El Walker, the great guitar bluesman, comes home to give a command performance in Plainview, Indiana, a place he'd sworn never to set foot in again.Among those in this tightly knit community who show up every Sunday after church for lunch at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat are the lifelong friends known locally as The Supremes: Clarice, facing down her chance at and fear of a great career; Barbara Jean, grappling with the loss of a mother whose life humiliated both of them, and Odette, reaching toward her husband through an anger of his that she does not understand.The Supremes Sing the Happy Heartache Blues brings together a lively cast of characters in a heartwarming, life-affirming tale of small-town community and female friendship.'A joy to read! Besides being laugh out loud hilarious, Edward Kelsey Moore has a profound understanding of human nature' Fannie Flagg, author of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
The Supremes Sing The Happy Heartache Blues: A Novel
by Edward Kelsey Moore“Moore, besides being laugh out loud hilarious, has a profound understanding of human nature . . . A truly remarkable writer. This book is a joy to read.” —Fannie Flagg, New York Times–bestselling author of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop CafeWhen a late life love affair blooms between Mr. Forrest Payne, owner of the Pink Slipper Gentleman’s Club, and Miss Beatrice Jordan, famous for stationing herself at the edge of the club’s parking lot and yelling warnings of eternal damnation at the departing patrons, their wedding summons a legend to town. Mr. El Walker, the great guitar bluesman, comes home to give a command performance in Plainview, Indiana, a place he’d sworn—and for good reason—he’d never set foot in again.But El is not the only Plainview native with a hurdle to overcome. A philandering husband struggles to prove his faithfulness to the wife he’s always loved. And among those in this tightly knit community who show up every Sunday after church for lunch at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat, are the lifelong friends, known locally as “The Supremes” —Clarice, facing down her chance at a great career; Barbara Jean, grappling at last with the loss of a mother whose life humiliated both of them, and Odette, reaching toward her husband through an anger of his that she does not understand.This lively cast of characters learns how to fully live, serenaded by the bittersweet and unforgettable blues song El Walker plays.“The arrival of [Moore’s] new novel had me singing anything but the blues.” —Julia Glass, National Book Award–winning author of A House Among the Trees and Three Junes“Fun and exuberant.” —Chicago Review of Books“Moore’s bluesy, breezy novel . . . should appeal to fans of Alexander McCall Smith and Fredrik Backman.” —Library Journal, starred review
Sure Signs of Crazy
by Karen HarringtonLove can be a trouble word for some people. Crazy is also a trouble word.I should know.You've never met anyone exactly like twelve-year-old Sarah Nelson. While most of her friends obsess over Harry Potter, she spends her time writing letters to Atticus Finch. She collects trouble words in her diary. Her best friend is a plant. And she's never known her mother, who left when Sarah was two.Since then, Sarah and her dad have moved from one small Texas town to another, and not one has felt like home.Everything changes when Sarah launches an investigation into her family's Big Secret. She makes unexpected new friends and has her first real crush, and instead of a "typical boring Sarah Nelson summer," this one might just turn out to be extraordinary.
A Sure Thing
by Marie HarteMeet the Donnigans. With the eldest Donnigan brothers adjusting to civilian life, their younger sister constantly in trouble, and their little brother clueless about life in general, falling in love is the last thing on anyone's mind... Can this Bossy Badass Marine... The Marine Corps was everything Landon Donnigan ever wanted in life...until a bullet sent him home with a medical discharge. Teaching a self-defense class at the gym is old-hat for a marine, but when he meets sexy Ava Rosenthal, his combat skills are useless for protecting his heart. Be her Mr. Right? Ava can take care of herself and likes quiet, bookish men-not muscular warriors who think women need to be coddled. But Landon is more than he seems, and when they come together, the results are explosive.
Surf Mules
by G. NeriLogan never dreamed he would chop off his surfer shag, put on a Sears suit, and carry a Young Republicans ID card. But he'd rather look like a straight-laced loser than risk attracting any attention. Why? To raise money for college, he's driving nonstop from Cali to Orlando. And he definitely doesn't want anyone sniffing around inside his car.
Surface
by Stacy Robinson"I can't remember the last time I devoured a book so eagerly. Magnificent!" --Elin Hilderbrand, New York Times bestselling authorIn this powerfully written and insightful novel, author Stacy Robinson explores the consequences of flawed choices, the complex nature of betrayal and forgiveness--and the intriguing possibility of second acts...Claire Montgomery has a lifetime of sensible decisions behind her. Yet all it takes is one impulsive indiscretion to bring everything crashing down--her marriage to a wealthy entrepreneur, her status as half of one of Denver society's power couples, and the future she dreamed of for their seventeen-year-old son, Nick. Claire's husband, Michael, angrily blames her for the recklessness that has left Nick's life in the balance, though not nearly as much as Claire blames herself. But as Nick struggles to move forward, Claire too begins inching toward a reimagined future. Along with a fresh perspective come new questions. Are there other reasons for her fractured relationship and Michael's increasingly erratic behavior? Has he, too, been harboring painful secrets? And does Claire dare to find the real truth, when her seamlessly decorated world of privilege and security is at stake?
The Surface Breaks
by Louise O'NeillA dark and beautiful reimagining of The Little Mermaid.Deep beneath the sea, off the cold Irish coast, Gaia is a young mermaid who dreams of freedom from her controlling father. On her first swim to the surface, she is drawn towards a human boy. She longs to join his carefree world, but how much will she have to sacrifice? What will it take for the little mermaid to find her voice? Hans Christian Andersen's original fairy tale is reimagined through a searing feminist lens, with the stunning, scalpel-sharp writing and world building that has won Louise her legions of devoted fans in the UK. A book with the darkest of undercurrents, full of rage and rallying cries: storytelling at its most spellbinding.
A Surgeon for the Single Mom
by Charlotte HawkesFrom bachelor doc……to family man!As a single parent and helicopter rescue doc, fiercely independent Effie Robinson has no time for romance! So when hotshot neurosurgeon Talank Basu proposes a mutually beneficial dating ruse, what could be the harm? Only, Effie’s not prepared for how protected and supported he makes her feel… Tak’s fighting their sizzling attraction just as much as she is—will they finally give in and trust in their once-in-a-lifetime chemistry?“Ms. Hawkes has delivered a fantastic read in this book where the chemistry between this couple was heady and convincing….”— Harlequin Junkie on A Bride to Redeem Him“…it was right at the end that had me smiling a lot, because of how far the hero and heroine have come in their relationship.”— Harlequin Junkie on Tempted by Dr. Off Limits
The Surgeon's Baby Bombshell: New York Doc, Thailand Proposal / The Surgeon's Baby Bombshell (Mills And Boon Medical Ser.)
by Deanne AndersOne life-changing night…One longed-for family!He’s gorgeous, dedicated and completely uncompromising! But Dr. Frannie Wentworth knows pediatric surgeon Ian Spencer’s challenging demeanor hides a wealth of pain. And after one heartrending shift on the children’s ward encourages Ian to reveal the grief of losing his son, the friction between them fades…leaving Frannie pregnant! She’s always longed to be a mom, but can she help Ian believe he deserves to embrace fatherhood again?
The Surgeon's Baby Surprise
by Charlotte HawkesDiscovering his secret child! For committed surgeon Max Van Berg, career has always come first. He's only ever risked distraction once-during his whirlwind affair with stunning psychiatrist Evangeline Parker... But now Evie's unexpected reappearance has turned Max's world upside down. Not only is Evie battling illness, but she's been forced to keep an even bigger secret from the surgeon! Against all odds Max is a father, and suddenly his sole focus is fighting for Evie, for baby Imogen and for the family he never knew he wanted until now...
The Surgeon's One-Night Baby: The Surgeon's One-night Baby / The Nurse's Pregnancy Miracle (Mills And Boon Medical Ser.)
by Charlotte HawkesA desire they can’t resist…A consequence they’ll cherish foreverStill reeling from her failed marriage, Archana Coates is ready to rediscover the vibrant, fun-loving woman she once was. So an unexpected encounter with her childhood crush, playboy surgeon Kaspar Athari, leads to temptation she can’t resist… Then Archie arrives in LA—pregnant! And when she and Kaspar discover their baby is at risk, Archie will do anything it takes to fight for her new little family.
The Surgeon's Surprise Baby: Pregnant With Her Best Friend's Baby (rescue Docs) / The Surgeon's Surprise Baby (Harlequin Lp Medical Ser. #Vol. 1034)
by Tina BeckettHe doesn’t believe in second chances...Until one knocks on his door!When neurologist Luca Venezio’s romance with surgeon Elyse Tenner ended as passionately as it began, he returned to Italy little knowing he’d left part of himself behind… Until Elyse arrives from America with their baby daughter and upends his world! Luca’s rocked by the bond with his little girl and how much he’s missed Elyse. Can they overcome the distance between them that’s more than merely miles?“What an emotionally-charged, fast-paced, entertaining read Ms. Beckett has delivered…the romance was wonderful and had me loving these two together....”— Harlequin Junkie on The Billionaire’s Christmas Wish“I have become a fan of Ms. Beckett’s medical romances and this is the best one I’ve read yet. As for the dialogue, it was very entertaining…the chemistry between this couple was powerful and just kept getting stronger the more they interacted….”— Harlequin Junkie on Tempted by Dr. Patera
Surprise Child: Finding Hope in Unexpected Pregnancy
by Leslie Leyland FieldsUnplanned pregnancies happen to women in every season of life: the newly married, the never-married, the empty-nester, the teenager, the overworked mother, the career woman. Yet we rarely talk about how lonely and confusing this experience can be. InSurprise Child,Leslie Leyland Fields, who experienced two unplanned pregnancies in her forties, lyrically weaves her own story with the stories of other women who understand the isolation you face as expectations and plans are turned upside down to make room for a child. “Each year, more than three million women discover themselves pregnant–at a hard time, the wrong time, at a difficult place in their lives. I am one of those women. …” Together, these women walk with you month-by-month through the physical and emotional stages of pregnancy, voicing with startling honesty their own anxieties and struggles. Here you will find the companionship and hope you need to journey toward new life.
Surprise Island (The Boxcar Children Mysteries #2)
by Gertrude Chandler WarnerFour brave siblings were searching for a home – and found a life of adventure! Join the Boxcar Children as they investigate the mystery of Surprise Island in the second book in this illustrated chapter book series beloved by generations of readers.The Aldens spend the summer on Grandfather's island! Joe, the island's friendly handyman, helps them with anything they need, but as the children continue to explore their summer home, they realize there is more to the island—and to their new friend—than meets the eye.What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. Featuring timeless adventures, mystery, and suspense, The Boxcar Children® series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow.
Surprise Island & La isla de las sorpresas
by Gertrude Chandler WarnerSummer vacation on an almost private island gives the Aldens a challenge. Los hermanos Alden pasan unas vacaciones de verano en una isla prácticamente desierta y deben enfrentar un gran desafío. Desde su debut hace más de medio siglo, Los chicos del vagón de carga (The Boxcar Children Mysteries) ha sido una de las series infantiles más populares y apreciadas de todos los tiempos.
Surprise Lily
by Sharelle Byars MoranvilleTen-year-old Rose's perfect life is upended when her long-absent disaster of a mother turns up. Can she hold her family together as everything unravels? Growing up on the farm it was always just Rose and grandma, working the land that had been in the Lovell family for generations. She doesn't miss her mother, Iris, a bit. In fact, when Iris shows up, Rose is furious. But when an ugly argument between her mother and grandmother reveals painful truths about their family history, Rose runs away. . . . And inadvertently discovers her secret little sister, Lily. Generations of whispered secrets and family dysfunction surface as Rose struggles to reconcile the home and life she loves with the history she never knew-- and to protect Lily at all costs. Even if it means letting Iris into her life. In alternating chapters, previous generations of Lovell women narrate their experiences on the farm, adding depth and context to this powerful story of complex families and unconditional love. Moranville's captivating prose will keep readers turning the pages as Rose grapples with her changing life and learns the truth about her family-- mothers, daughters, and women who weren't ready to be either.
Surprise Twins for the Surgeon: Their Own Little Miracle (yoxburgh Park Hospital) / Surprise Twins For The Surgeon (Mills And Boon Medical Ser.)
by Sue MacKayA vacation fling yields two surprise souvenirs for a doctor and a nurse in this charming medical romance.Suddenly single, brokenhearted nurse Alesha Milligan hadn’t planned to holiday alone. Or to be rescued on her first night by a sexy stranger! Maybe a holiday fling with surgeon Kristof Montfort is just what she needs . . . But then Alesha discovers she’s pregnant—with twins! She knows Kristof isn’t ready for a relationship, but can she convince him the magic between them can bind them as a family forever?Praise for Surprise Twins for the Surgeon“Ms. Mackay has delivered a superb medical romance in this book about healing and family.” —Harlequin Junkie
Surprised by the Healer: Embracing Hope for Your Broken Story
by Linda Dillow Dr. Juli SlatteryThe Healer is inviting you…God&’s word declares that there is healing for your deepest pains, hope for your biggest disappointments, and victory over your addictions, past hurts, and past failures. His name is Jehovah Rapha, the God Who Heals, and He can redeem your broken story.In these pages, you will meet nine courageous women who have agreed to tell their stories, to share with you how they moved from hopelessness and brokenness to hope and healing. Whether from sexual abuse, betrayal in marriage, or other harrowing experiences, the Healer invited them on a unique journey of redemption in the midst of deep pain. He is inviting you, too. Linda Dillow and Dr. Juli Slattery, cofounders of Authentic Intimacy, have been writing and ministering to women in the church and clinical context for several decades. Their wisdom and experience overflow in this work to give you a trusted resource in journeying toward healing. Includes a study guide for each chapter in the back of the book.
Surprised by the Healer: Embracing Hope for Your Broken Story
by Linda Dillow Dr. Juli SlatteryThe Healer is inviting you…God&’s word declares that there is healing for your deepest pains, hope for your biggest disappointments, and victory over your addictions, past hurts, and past failures. His name is Jehovah Rapha, the God Who Heals, and He can redeem your broken story.In these pages, you will meet nine courageous women who have agreed to tell their stories, to share with you how they moved from hopelessness and brokenness to hope and healing. Whether from sexual abuse, betrayal in marriage, or other harrowing experiences, the Healer invited them on a unique journey of redemption in the midst of deep pain. He is inviting you, too. Linda Dillow and Dr. Juli Slattery, cofounders of Authentic Intimacy, have been writing and ministering to women in the church and clinical context for several decades. Their wisdom and experience overflow in this work to give you a trusted resource in journeying toward healing. Includes a study guide for each chapter in the back of the book.
The Surprising Days of Isla Pembroke
by Tamsin Keily'Skilfully laced with good humour and hope' - HEAT on Daisy Cooper's Rules for Living Some days you remember forever. But what if you could live them again? If Isla Pembroke could turn back time, she knows exactly which days of her life she would change. The day she started working in the local aquarium, not knowing that she'd still be stuck there seven years later. The day her sister Morgan ran away from home. And, most of all, the day that changed everything, when her mother's death cracked her family in two. So when she's given an impossible gift - a chance to go back and relive those life-changing moments - Isla realises that she might be able to save the people she loves.But sometimes the most surprising days aren't the ones that change everything, but the ones that come after...Fresh, funny, and heart-wrenching, this is a story for anyone who's ever wanted to turn back time... ***What readers are saying about The Surprising Days of Isla Pembroke:'A beautifully written book''Absolutely loved this!''Heartwarming, emotional, enchanting''Fabulous!''A lovely read and page-turner''You will need tissues!''So hard to put down, I loved it''Wonderful storytelling at its best'
The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling
by Wai ChimAn authentic novel about growing up in an Asian immigrant family with a mother who is suffering from a debilitating mental illness.Anna Chiu has her hands full. When she's not looking after her brother and sister or helping out at her father's restaurant, she's taking care of her mother, whose debilitating mental illness keeps her in bed most days. Her father's new delivery boy, Rory, is a welcome distraction and even though she knows that things aren't right at home, she's starting to feel like she could be a normal teen.But when her mother finally gets out of bed, things go from bad to worse. And as her mother's condition worsens, Anna and her family question everything they understand about themselves and each other.The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling is a heart-wrenching, true-to-life exploration through the often neglected crevices of culture, mental illness, and family. Its strong themes are balanced by a beautiful romance making it a feel-good, yet important read.
Surrender
by Sonya HartnettAs he is dying, twenty-year-old man Gabriel recounts his troubled childhood and his strange relationship with a dangerous counterpart, Finnigan.
Surrender: MacKinnon's Rangers 1 (MacKinnon's Rangers)
by Pamela ClarePamela Clare brings her expert plotting, sizzling chemistry and thrilling adventure to her sweeping MacKinnon's Rangers series, in the grand tradition of The Last of the Mohicans, perfect for fans of Maya Banks, Monica McCarty and Zoe Archer.They were a band of brothers, their loyalty to one another forged by hardship and battle, the bond between these Highland warriors, rugged colonials, and fierce Native Americans stronger even than blood ties.Iain MacKinnon had been forced to serve the British crown, but compassion urged him to save the lovely lass facing certain death at the hands of the Abenaki. He'd defied his orders, endangered his brothers, his men and his mission, all for a woman. But when he held Annie's sweet body in his arms, he could feel no regret. Though he sensed she was hiding something from him, it was too late to hold back his heart. In love and war, there are times when the only course of action is... Surrender.Be swept away by the other sexy MacKinnon's Rangers in Untamed and Defiant. Or take a wildly romantic ride with Pamela Clare's I-Team: Extreme Exposure, Hard Evidence, Unlawful Contact, Naked Edge, Breaking Point, Striking Distance, Seduction Game.
Surrender to the Marquess: A Regency Romance (The Herriard Family)
by Louise AllenA rebellious young widow couldn’t care less what society expects—and a highly respectable marquess finds that utterly alluring . . . When Lady Sara Herriard’s husband dies in a duel, she turns her back on the vagaries of the ton. From now on, she will live as she pleases. She won’t change for anyone—certainly not for the infuriating Lucian Avery, Marquess of Cannock! Lucian must help his sister recover from a disastrous elopement and reluctantly enlists Lady Sara’s help at her seaside shop. She couldn’t be further from the conventional, obedient wife he’s expected to marry, but soon all he craves is for her to surrender—and join him in his bed!“Ms. Allen is capable of creating terrific sexual tension between her heroes and heroines and is very skilled at developing a believable romance.” —All About Romance