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Belle Cora
by Phillip Margulies"I had crossed all the lines they you say you can never cross without being destroyed, and here I was, alive and strong." In the grand tradition of Moll Flanders and Vanity Fair, this is the story of a good girl who became a bad woman. At the old homestead her name is never spoken and her picture is turned to the wall, but in the vast world beyond everyone remembers her as the celebrated madam of the finest parlor house in San Francisco. Now, at the end of her life, after half a century of successfully hiding the details of her scarlet past, Belle has decided to reveal all her secrets. In 1838, Arabella Godwin and her beloved younger brother, Lewis, are orphaned and shipped away from their home in New York City to live on their aunt's desolate farm upstate. The comforts she has always known are replaced with grueling work and a pair of cunning enemies in her cousins Agnes and Matthew. Amid this bleak existence, there emerges light in the form of a local boy, Jeptha Talbot. He is everything good that Arabella craves. His love saves her and becomes an obsession that will last her whole life. Time and again she will be broken and remade. She will bear a gambler's child, build a fortune, commit murder, leave a trail of aliases in her wake and sacrifice almost everything--though perhaps not enough--for the man whose love she cannot bear to lose. At last her destiny will take her to Gold Rush California, to riches and power. Until the day she mysteriously disappears. Told with unflagging wit and verve, Belle Cora brings to life a turbulent era and an untamed America on the cusp of greatness. Its heroine is a woman in conflict with her time, who nevertheless epitomizes it with her fighting spirit, her gift for self-invention, and her determination to chart her own fate.
Belle Epoque
by Elizabeth RossWhen Maude Pichon runs away from provincial Brittany to Paris, her romantic dreams vanish as quickly as her savings. Desperate for work, she answers an unusual ad. The Durandeau Agency provides its clients with a unique service--the beauty foil. Hire a plain friend and become instantly more attractive.Monsieur Durandeau has made a fortune from wealthy socialites, and when the Countess Dubern needs a companion for her headstrong daughter, Isabelle, Maude is deemed the perfect adornment of plainness. But Isabelle has no idea her new "friend" is the hired help, and Maude's very existence among the aristocracy hinges on her keeping the truth a secret. Yet the more she learns about Isabelle, the more her loyalty is tested. And the longer her deception continues, the more she has to lose. Inspired by a short story written by Emile Zola, Belle Epoque is set at the height of bohemian Paris, when the city was at the peak of decadence, men and women were at their most beautiful, and morality was at its most depraved.
Belle Fury (The Manhattan Ten Series #3)
by Lola Dodge"Lola Dodge does it again! I can't get enough of these superhero romances and I truly wonder WHY ARE THERE NOT MORE?!" -Literary George A ballerina. A lightning-powered soldierboy.She’s focused on career, career, and only career. This dance-a-holic wants nothing but the stage and the spotlight and she has the talent to back up her dreams. Belle’s path to stardom is a straight shot until her late-onset super powers erupt mid-show and blowing up the stage becomes a little too literal.He’s the Manhattan Ten’s second-in-command with red lightning jazz hands and military-grade loyalty to his hero crew. So, when the boss assigns him to babysit a rogue dancer, Red Ruin can only follow orders. But the more time he spends with the not-so-blushing ballerina, Belle, the more she steals his own center stage.It’s love at first fight in the third volume of the Manhattan Ten Series.[A novella-length superhero romance of 30K words. Rated 18+ for adult language and some sexual content. Perfect reading for fans of Jennifer Estep’s Bigtime series and Lexi Dunne’s Superheroes Anonymous.]The Manhattan Ten Series:1. Ivory - October 20192. Temptress - November 20193. Belle Fury - December 20194. Angel - January 2020
Belle Gone Bad (Gone Bad #4)
by Sabine Starr"Sabine Starr's books pack a wallop!" --Carolyn BrownA Little Scandal. . .Belle Thompson will do just about anything to bring the murderer of her father and fiancé to justice. Even partner up with Mercy Huntingdon, a notorious artist known more for his scandalous sculptures than his skill with a six-shooter. But Belle and Mercy may have a common enemy, and if posing as his muse--a sensuous lady of the evening--will get Belle her man, the Texas beauty is up to the challenge. . .Might Do A Girl Good. . .Mercy Huntingdon needs Belle Thompson. Not only in his big, brass bed, but by his side as he tracks a kidnapper. Yet once he crosses into outlaw country with the gorgeous bounty hunter, all of his protective instincts go into overdrive--as well as a passion more powerful than the revenge that drives them both. . ..Praise For Sabine Starr"Sabine Starr's books pack a wallop! Featuring a rip-roaring cast of characters and smoking hot romance, they are head butting, heart stopping, sassy and sexy books that come to life in your hands--books that you don't want to end!" --Carolyn Brown, New York Times bestselling author"Starr writes a fun, vivid western romance with entertaining characters." --Publishers Weekly62,000 Words
Belle Morte (Belle Morte Ser. #1)
by Bella HigginThere’s only one way outBelle Morte. One of five houses where vampires reside as celebrities and humans are paid to be their living donors. While others came here seeking fortune, I came in search of my sister who walked into Belle Morte five months ago . . . and never walked back out.Now that I’m here, the secrets about this world have proven to be much bigger than I ever anticipated. And lurking around every corner are shocking insinuations of what happened to my sister.There’s only one person who might have the answers I need, and the undeniable pull I feel toward him is terrifying: Edmond Dantès—a vampire, and my mortal enemy.The harder I try to resist him, the further I fall under his spell. And in one instant my life is irrevocably changed. My past becomes prologue and my fate becomes sealed behind these doors.Belle Morte has spoken. And it may never let me go.
Belle Morte: Libro 01
by Bella HigginLa nueva sensación de Wattpad: un relato de misterio, amor y... ¡vampiros! SOLO HAY UNA SALIDA Han pasado cinco años desde que la existencia de los vampiros se hiciese pública, convirtiéndolos en auténticas celebridades. Entre los humanos cada vez es más común querer convertirse en donantes de sangre de estas criaturas. Muchos lo hacen para sentir de cerca el glamour de la fama, pero para Renie Mayfield convertirse en una elegida es cuestión de vida o muerte. Después de cumplir su objetivo, Reenie es asignada a la Belle Morte, una de las casas vampíricas más famosas y la misma en la que su hermana desapareció hace cinco meses sin dejar rastro. Decidida a recuperarla, Renie se embarcará en una misión peligrosa en busca de respuestas que solo una persona parece tener: Edmond Dantés, el vampiro más temido y ahora también su enemigo mortal. Amigos, traiciones, amores imposibles, colmillos afilados, sangrede un intenso color carmesí y un secreto terrible. Bienvenidos a Belle Morte. Cierra al entrar. Pero cuidado... puede que jamás vuelvas salir.
Belle Pointe
by Karen YoungBELLE POINTE IS WAITING LOR SOMEONE TO UNCOVER ITS SECRETSAnne Whitaker: Faced with an unexpected loss, Anne returns to the hot and sultry Mississippi Delta, leaving her husband, Buck, to ponder his future-with or without her. Looking for distraction, she immerses herself in the history of Belle Pointe, the plantation house that has been home to generations of Whitakers, including her husband.Buck Whitaker:A professional athlete, Buck is in an emotional tailspin when his career is jeopardized by scandal. Then his wife adds to his troubles by threatening divorce and fleeing to Mississippi, a place that holds bitter memories for him.Victoria Whitaker: By marrying into the Whitaker family, Victoria has enjoyed a life of privilege and position as matriarch of Belle Pointe. But now her daughter-in-law Anne has unwittingly uncovered family secrets that Victoria does not want revealed-secrets that will change the course of Whitaker family history...secrets that will change Anne's own life, as well.
Belle of the Back Streets: A powerful, heartwarming saga
by Glenda Young'Real sagas with female characters right at the heart' Jane Garvey, Woman's HourIf you love Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin, you'll LOVE Glenda Young's 'amazing novels!' (ITV's This Morning presenter Sharon Marshall)'In the world of historical saga writers, there's a brand new voice' My WeeklyWhat readers are saying about Glenda's dramatically powerful and romantic saga of tragedy and triumph:'Better than a Catherine Cookson' 5* reader review'Wonderful read, full of rich characters, evocative description and a touch of romance' 5* reader review'Just wanted it to go on forever and read more about the characters and their lives' 5* reader review'Any rag and bone!'Everyone recognises the cry of Meg Sutcliffe as she plies her trade along the back streets of Ryhope. She learnt the ropes from her dad when he returned from the War. But when tragedy struck, Meg had no choice but to continue alone, with only her trusty dog Spot and beloved horse Stella for company. Now the meagre money she earns is the only thing that stands between her family's safety and predatory rent collector Hawk Jackson...Many say it's no job for a woman - especially a beauty like Meg who's noticed everywhere she goes. When she catches the eye of charming Clarky it looks like she might have found a protector and a chance of happiness. But is Clarky really what he seems? And could Adam, Meg's loyal childhood friend, be the one who really deserves her heart?Praise for Glenda Young:'I really enjoyed Glenda's novel. It's well researched and well written and I found myself caring about her characters' Rosie Goodwin'Will resonate with saga readers everywhere...a wonderful, uplifting story' Nancy Revell'All the ingredients for a perfect saga and I loved Meg; she's such a strong and believable character. A fantastic debut' Emma Hornby'Glenda has an exceptionally keen eye for domestic detail which brings this local community to vivid, colourful life and Meg is a likeable, loving heroine for whom the reader roots from start to finish' Jenny Holmes'I found it difficult to believe that this was a debut novel, as "brilliant" was the word in my mind when I reached the end. I enjoyed it enormously, being totally absorbed from the first page. I found it extremely well written, and having always loved sagas, one of the best I've read' Margaret KaineLook for Glenda's other compelling sagas, The Tuppenny Child, Pearl of Pit Lane and The Girl with the Scarlet Ribbon and The Paper Mill Girl - coming soon!
Belle of the Back Streets: A powerful, heartwarming saga
by Glenda YoungA dramatically powerful and romantic saga of tragedy and triumph, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin.'Any rag and bone!'Everyone recognises the cry of Meg Sutcliffe as she plies her trade along the back streets of Ryhope. She learnt the ropes from her dad when he returned from the War. But when tragedy struck, Meg had no choice but to continue alone, with only her trusty dog Spot and beloved horse Stella for company. Now the meagre money she earns is the only thing that stands between her family's safety and predatory rent collector Hawk Jackson...Many say it's no job for a woman - especially a beauty like Meg who's noticed everywhere she goes. When she catches the eye of charming Clarky it looks like she might have found a protector and a chance of happiness. But is Clarky really what he seems? And could Adam, Meg's loyal childhood friend, be the one who really deserves her heart?Look out for Glenda's next compelling saga, The Tuppenny Child.(P)2018 Headline Publishing Group Ltd
Belle of the Ball
by Mari CostaA 2024 Finalist for the Lambda Literary Award for LGBTQ+ ComicsHigh-school senior and notorious wallflower Hawkins finally works up the courage to remove her mascot mask and ask out her longtime crush: Regina Moreno, head cheerleader, academic overachiever, and all-around popular girl. There’s only one teensy little problem: Regina is already dating Chloe Kitagawa, athletic all-star…and middling English student. Regina sees a perfectly self-serving opportunity here, and asks the smitten Hawkins to tutor Chloe free of charge, knowing Hawkins will do anything to get closer to her.And while Regina’s plan works at first, she doesn’t realize that Hawkins and Chloe knew each other as kids, when Hawkins went by Belle and wore princess dresses to school every single day. Before long, romance does start to blossom…but not between who you might expect. With Belle of the Ball, cartoonist Mariana Costa has reinvigorated satisfying, reliable tropes into your new favorite teen romantic comedy.
Belle: A Retelling of Beauty and the Beast
by Cameron Dokey Mahlon F. CraftBelle is convinced she has the wrong name, as she lacks her sisters' awe-inspiring beauty. So she withdraws from society, devoting her time to wood carving. Secretly, Belle longs to find the fabled Heartwood Tree. If carved by the right hands, the Heartwood will reveal the face of one's true love. During a fierce storm, Belle's father stumbles upon the mysterious Heartwood -- and encounters a terrifying and lonely Beast. Now Belle must carve the Heartwood to save her father, and learn to see not with the eyes of her mind, but with the eyes of her heart.
Belle: An Amish Retelling of Beauty and the Beast (An Amish Fairytale #1)
by Sarah Price&“So heartwarming and charming . . . an Amish novel that is a twist on the classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast . . . beautiful and inspiring.&” —Harlequin JunkieIn author Sarah Price&’s fresh and inspirational retelling of a beloved classic, a dutiful young Amish woman agrees to marry a notorious recluse for her family&’s sake—but the consequences are more than either bargained for . . .To most townsfolk, he&’s known simply as The Beast. Annabelle Beiler has little interest in gossip, but she&’s heard about Adam Herschberger&’s scars and his gruff, solitary ways. Though he sounds like a character from one of Belle&’s treasured books, the man is real and, it turns out, just as unreasonable as the rumors claim. When a buggy accident wipes out the last of her daed&’s money, forcing him to sell their farm, Adam buys it. Then he offers Belle a deal—marry him, and her family can keep their home.Everyone is shocked by Belle&’s decision, but she&’s determined to be a good fraa, cleaning Adam&’s rundown house and tending the overgrown garden. Breaking through her new husband&’s icy reserve will be another matter. Belle&’s courage and strength are abundant, but it will take true faith to guide Adam back to the heart of his Amish community—and to the loving marriage they both deserve.&“This was delightful! Beauty and the Beast is my favorite of the Disney princess stories. This Amish twist on the story was terrific.&” —The Neverending TBR&“An interesting glance into Amish culture with a fairy tale romantic twist.&” —The Alley-Cat7
Bellegarde
by Jamie LilacOoh la la! A historical rom-com with a modern twist-perfect for fans of Bridgerton, A Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue, and She's All That.Evie Clement has perfected the art of avoiding attention as she works at her family's bakery and dreams of a life where she can trade dusting flour for designing dresses. Her focus is on honing her sewing skills - she doesn't need to be fawned over by some teenage boy.Least of all Beau Bellegarde - the playboy of Paris, the second son of the ultra-wealthy Bellegarde family, the most popular guy in their prestigious high school. Others may swoon over his rakish charm and winning smile, but not Evie.Unfortunately for Evie, Beau needs her. His conniving step-brother has roped him into an impossible bet: turn the biggest wallflower they know into the winning Bellegarde Bloom at the annual Court of Flowers Ball, or lose his entire fortune.Evie can't understand why Beau has taken an interest in her, but she can't help but be intrigued. As she befriends Beau, entering a world of high-status parties, she has to ask herself one question... why?'The She's All That historical romance retelling of my dreams! When I wasn't savouring the lush, descriptive prose, I was eagerly devouring the smart, perfectly paced, heart-pounding romance. There's no doubt about it: Jamie Lilac makes a sparkling debut' Brian Kennedy, author of A Little Bit Country
Bellegarde
by Jamie LilacOoh la la! A historical rom-com with a modern twist—perfect for fans of Bridgerton, A Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue, and She's All That. Evie Clement has perfected the art of avoiding attention as she works at her family’s bakery and dreams of a life where she can trade dusting flour for designing dresses. Her focus is on honing her sewing skills—she doesn’t need to be fawned over by some teenage boy.Least of all Beau Bellegarde—the playboy of Paris, the second son of the ultra-wealthy Bellegarde family, the most popular guy in their prestigious high school. Others may swoon over his rakish charm and winning smile, but not Evie.Unfortunately for Evie, Beau needs her. His conniving step-brother has roped him into an impossible bet: turn the biggest wallflower they know into the winning Bellegarde Bloom at the annual Court of Flowers Ball, or lose his entire fortune.Evie can’t understand why Beau has taken an interest in her, but she can’t help but be intrigued...Can love bloom in the most unexpected of places?"The She’s All That historical romance retelling of my dreams! When I wasn’t savoring the lush, descriptive prose, I was eagerly devouring the smart, perfectly paced, heart-pounding romance. There’s no doubt about it: Jamie Lilac makes a sparkling debut." —Brian Kennedy, author of A Little Bit Country
Belleporte Summer
by Laura AbbotThe first time Laurel Eden sees Belleporte, she realizes it's the perfect place to live. The dreams she's always had can finally come true. Little does she know that this simple decision is going to change everything-for her and for those she loves....The first time Ben Nolan meets Laurel, he realizes she's like no one else he's ever met. If his situation were different, he'd try to get to know her better, but a relationship with Laurel is out of the question. Especially after he uncovers the secret in her past.
Bellewether
by Susanna KearsleyFrom the bestselling author of A Desperate Fortune and The Firebird, comes an entrancing new novel of love, war, and historical intrigue.Some houses seem to want to hold their secrets. It’s 1759 and the world is at war, pulling the North American colonies of Britain and France into the conflict. The times are complicated, as are the loyalties of many New York merchants who have secretly been trading with the French for years, defying Britain’s colonial laws in a game growing ever more treacherous. When captured French officers are brought to Long Island to be billeted in private homes on their parole of honour, it upends the lives of the Wilde family—deeply involved in the treasonous trade and already divided by war. Lydia Wilde, struggling to keep the peace in her fracturing family following her mother’s death, has little time or kindness to spare for her unwanted guests. And Canadian lieutenant Jean-Philippe de Sabran has little desire to be there. But by the war’s end they’ll both learn love, honour, and duty can form tangled bonds that are not broken easily. Their doomed romance becomes a local legend, told and re-told through the years until the present day, when conflict of a different kind brings Charley Van Hoek to Long Island to be the new curator of the Wilde House Museum. Charley doesn’t believe in ghosts. But as she starts to delve into the history of Lydia and her French officer, it becomes clear that the Wilde House holds more than just secrets, and Charley discovers the legend might not have been telling the whole story...or the whole truth.
Bellewether
by Susanna KearsleyFrom the bestselling author of A Desperate Fortune and The Firebird, comes an entrancing new novel of love, war, and historical intrigue.Some houses seem to want to hold their secrets. It&’s 1759 and the world is at war, pulling the North American colonies of Britain and France into the conflict. The times are complicated, as are the loyalties of many New York merchants who have secretly been trading with the French for years, defying Britain&’s colonial laws in a game growing ever more treacherous. When captured French officers are brought to Long Island to be billeted in private homes on their parole of honour, it upends the lives of the Wilde family—deeply involved in the treasonous trade and already divided by war. Lydia Wilde, struggling to keep the peace in her fracturing family following her mother&’s death, has little time or kindness to spare for her unwanted guests. And Canadian lieutenant Jean-Philippe de Sabran has little desire to be there. But by the war&’s end they&’ll both learn love, honour, and duty can form tangled bonds that are not broken easily. Their doomed romance becomes a local legend, told and re-told through the years until the present day, when conflict of a different kind brings Charley Van Hoek to Long Island to be the new curator of the Wilde House Museum. Charley doesn&’t believe in ghosts. But as she starts to delve into the history of Lydia and her French officer, it becomes clear that the Wilde House holds more than just secrets, and Charley discovers the legend might not have been telling the whole story...or the whole truth.
Bellewether
by Susanna Kearsley"I've loved every one of Susanna's books! She has bedrock research and a butterfly's delicate touch with characters—a sure recipe for historical fiction that sucks you in and won't let go!"—DIANA GABALDON, #1 New York Times bestselling author of OutlanderFrom New York Times & USA Today bestselling author Susanna Kearsley—A magical novel that blends history, forbidden romance and the paranormalSecrets aren't such easy things to keep: It's late summer in 1759, war is raging, and families are torn apart by divided loyalties and deadly secrets. In this complex and dangerous time, a young French-Canadian lieutenant is captured and billeted with a Long Island family, an unwilling and unwelcome guest.As he begins to pitch in with the never-ending household tasks and farm chores, Jean-Philippe de Sabran finds himself drawn to Lydia, the daughter of the house. Slowly, Lydia Wilde discovers that Jean-Philippe is a true soldier and gentleman, until their lives become inextricably intertwined.Legend has it that the forbidden love between Jean-Philippe and Lydia ended tragically, but centuries later, the clues they left behind reveal the true story.Susanna Kearsley's books combine the magic of Deborah Harkness's All Souls Trilogy, the remarkable women of Lucinda Riley's Seven Sisters Series, and the intrigue of books by Simone St. James.Part history, part romance, and all kinds of magic, Susanna Kearsley's latest masterpiece will draw you in and never let you go, even long after you've turned the last page.Also by Susanna Kearsley:The Winter SeaThe Rose GardenMarianaThe Shadowy HorsesThe FirebirdThe Splendour FallsSeason of StormsA Desperate FortuneNamed of the Dragon
Belleza Enredada
by Cinta Garcia de la Rosa K. L. MiddletonSinclair Jeffries pensaba que sabía en lo que se estaba metiendo cuando su alocado amigo gay, Jesse Eddington, la convenció para que fingiera ser su novia durante la fiesta de aniversario de sus padres en Huntington Beach. Es decir, hasta que conoció a Reed, el endiabladamente sexy hermano mayor de Jesse, y terminó consiguiendo mucho más de lo que ella había pensado.Reed Eddington suponía que su futuro ya estaba asegurado hasta que conoció a Sinclair, la supuesta "novia" de su hermano, pero la pura tensión sexual entre ellos es difícil de ignorar. Mientras observa su pantomima desde la distancia, se descubre a si mismo queriendo descubrir algo más que sólo su divertida pequeña fachada.Debido al contenido sexual y a temas serios, este libro está recomendado para mayores de 18 años.
Belleza oscura (Poder y oscuridad #Volumen 1)
by Jessica RivasEn la mafia, las leyes se cumplen, las tradiciones se respetan y las traiciones nunca se perdonan El mafia romance más explosivo y desgarrador de Wattpad Luca Vitale, de buen corazón y sentimientos puros, es el heredero de un mundo grotesco. Alayna Novak, de ojos angelicales y lengua afilada, tiene las manos manchadas de la sangre de otros. Sabe que es un instrumento mortal, que su encanto es parte de su trampa, y por eso mantiene a todo el mundo a una distancia prudencial.Pero cuando lo inevitable ocurre, algo que ni las leyes ni la tradición pueden detener, ambos saben que la única salida posible es la muerte. La ciudad arderá y todo dejará de ser un simple juego.
Belleza oscura: El mafia romance más explosivo y desgarrador de Wattpad (Poder y oscuridad #Volumen 1)
by Jessica RivasEn la mafia, las leyes se cumplen, las tradiciones se respetan y las traiciones nunca se perdonan El mafia romance más explosivo y desgarrador de Wattpad Luca Vitale, de buen corazón y sentimientos puros, es el heredero de un mundo grotesco. Alayna Novak, de ojos angelicales y lengua afilada, tiene las manos manchadas de la sangre de otros. Sabe que es un instrumento mortal, que su encanto es parte de su trampa, y por eso mantiene a todo el mundo a una distancia prudencial.Pero cuando lo inevitable ocurre, algo que ni las leyes ni la tradición pueden detener, ambos saben que la única salida posible es la muerte. La ciudad arderá y todo dejará de ser un simple juego.
Belleza y venganza (Rosa blanca #Volumen 2)
by Laura A. LópezLa venganza es lo primero, el amor puede esperar... Lady Emma McBean, hermana del duque de Lancaster, habría sido una joven promesa y una beldad en su futuro debut, pero un acontecimiento cambia su personalidad segura y jovial y la convierte en una joven tímida y reservada, de mala apariencia, cuya mayor habilidad es el cinismo y es prepotente con quienes la rodean. La única persona que realmente conoce sus miedos y no le importa en absoluto su apariencia es lord Brandon Waldow, que está enamorado de ella desde hace años, cuando una vez la salvó en el pasado de una desgracia. Emma se ve envuelta en un compromiso acordado desde su nacimiento con el joven y alocado lord Clark Mottengarden, conde de Duddley, el cual, al conocerla, rechaza la idea del matrimonio porque la considera fea, y rompe el acuerdo tras humillarla y herirla profundamente. ¿Podrá Emma abrirse de nuevo al amor con lord Brandon Waldow y olvidar lased de venganza que la envenena día a día? Esta es la primera historia sobre los hijos de los protagonistas de Rescatando tu alma perdida.
Belling the Kat and Other Stories
by Jl MerrowOffice worker Kat didn't think the statuesque Belle was her type ... until she saw her friend rocking a slinky satin bridesmaid's dress. Now Kat can't get the gorgeous image out of her head, but dare she risk losing Belle's friendship by trying for something more?To add to her woes, ever since a close encounter of the feline kind, Kat's had an embarrassing little problem that keeps recurring. Surely someone as beautiful as Belle won't fall for a woman who occasionally sprouts whiskers ... and a tail!This mini-collection also includes three more super-quick reads featuring women loving women: contemporary romance "Little Bit of Ivory," Japanese fairy tale "Ice Maiden," and the haunting "Dance With Me."
Bellman & Black: A Novel
by Diane SetterfieldAs a boy, William Bellman commits one small cruel act that appears to have unforseen and terrible consequences. The killing of a rook with his catapult is soon forgotten amidst the riot of boyhood games. And by the time he is grown, with a wife and children of his own, he seems indeed, to be a man blessed by fortune.
Bells Will Be Ringing
by Monica Tillery Carolynn Carey'Tis the season...to fall in love! In this quartet of holiday tales, mistletoe magic sweeps from a Philadelphia candy company to the ballrooms of Regency England, across the shores of a Hawaiian island, and to a snow-struck cabin in Colorado.HER SECRET SANTA by Monica TilleryNeighbors and coworkers at Morgan Confectioners, Rebecca Sinclair and Ben Redding, have been best friends since grad school. Will they be able to get past their fears of ruining their friendship when their feelings turn more than friendly? A holiday gift exchange might just bring the best present of all--Christmas love.MERRY'S WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS GIFT by Carolynn CareyThe winter holidays used to be Miss Merry Damonson's favorite time of year . . . until her almost-fiancé Edward Everton abandoned her two days before Christmas. Now he's returned to their country village, but is it too late to reignite old flames? A holiday ball might just offer these unlucky lovers a second chance.HIS HAWAIIAN CHRISTMAS by Diana JeanHumbug in Hawaii? When Clara O'Fallen gets a promotion to paradise, she can't help feeling homesick for her Wisconsin winters, complete with real snow, family traditions, and Christmas festivities. But smiling surfer Kai Schmitt might just show this scrooge how to hang loose and catch the spirit of the season--the aloha spirit!GAVIN FEVER by Angelita GillA sudden snowstorm unexpectedly strands Julia Winthrop with her ex, reality TV star Gavin Beckett, at a cozy mountain cabin for the holidays. Trapped till the weather lets up, their attraction resurfaces. It's not long before they realize their fling might've been the real thing, and this surprise reunion might just be a Christmas miracle.Sensuality Level: Sensual