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A Single Kiss
by Grace BurrowesA Publishers Weekly Top Ten Romance for Fall 2014 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes brings her gorgeous writing and incredible storytelling abilities to a brand new series of contemporary romance. A single kiss can change everything...In the first novel of the Sweetest Kisses series, Hannah Stark has set her sights on corporate law to assure her a career of paperwork, predictability, and conservative suits. Contracts, finance, and the art of the deal sing to her, while the mess and misery of the courtroom do not. But her daughter needs to eat, so when Hannah is offered a temporary position in a small town firm's domestic relations department, she reluctantly accepts.Trent Knightley is mightily drawn to his newest associate, though Hannah is as protective of her privacy as she is competent. When their friendship and attraction heat up, Hannah's secrets put her heart and Trent's hopes in double jeopardy."Burrowes' powerful and complex characters will enthrall you." -RT Book Reviews"Burrowes continues to captivate and enchant!" -Fresh Fiction
A Sinister Revenge (A Veronica Speedwell Mystery #8)
by Deanna RaybournVeronica must find and stop a devious killer when a group of old friends is targeted for death in this new adventure from the New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award–nominated author Deanna Raybourn.Veronica&’s natural-historian beau, Stoker, has been away in Bavaria for months and their relationship is at an impasse. But when Veronica shows up before him with his brother, Tiberius, Lord Templeton-Vane, he is lured back home by an intriguing job offer: preparing an iguanodon for a very special dinner party. Tiberius has received a cryptic message—along with the obituaries of two recently deceased members of his old group of friends, the Seven Sinners—that he too should get his affairs in order. Realizing he is in grave danger but not knowing why, he plans a reunion party for the remaining Sinners at his family estate to lure the killer out while Veronica and Stoker investigate. As the guests arrive and settle in, the evening&’s events turn deadly. More clues come to light, leading Veronica, Stoker, and Tiberius to uncover a shared past among the Sinners that has led to the fatal present. But the truth might be far more sinister than what they were prepared for.
A Sinner in Paradise
by Deborah HiningJilted by her fiancé, Geneva watches her seemingly idyllic life suddenly fall apart. Bereft and desolate, she packs up her cats and leaves her home in Washington, DC, returning to her native hills of West Virginia to rest and heal from heartbreak. When Geneva's ambition and machinations run up against rugged mountain ways, she's flung from one perilous adventure to another. After she falls for an unlikely suitor and finds herself facing a life-changing choice, Geneva realizes she must first make peace with herself before she is free to truly love and be loved. This multi-award-winning debut is a sure-fire hit with fans of inspirational romance and women's fiction. IndieFab Book of the Year Bronze Medal Winner in Romance Benjamin Franklin Award Silver Medal Winner Jilted by her fiancé, Geneva watches her seemingly idyllic life suddenly fall apart. Bereft and desolate, she packs up her nine cats and leaves her home in Washington, DC, to return to her native hills of West Virginia where she plans to rest and heal from her heartbreak. When Geneva's ambition and machinations run up against rugged mountain ways, she finds herself flung from one perilous adventure and heartbreak to another. After facing illness, disaster in the wilderness, and courtships gone wrong, Geneva finally finds what she's been missing. Ultimately, Geneva realizes she must face herself before she is free to truly love and be loved. Set in 1977 West Virginia, A Sinner in Paradise is a heartwarming, uproarious affair with love in all its forms.
A Sister Would Know (Twins)
by C.J. CarmichaelTWINS: They're definitely not two of a kindShe needs answers: With uncanny accuracy Amalie knows the exact moment her identical twin is swept away by an avalanche in the Canadian Rockies. What she doesn't know is what her timid, unathletic sister was doing up in the mountains in the first place. For everyone's sake, Amalie is determined to find out.He's the man who can give them to her: Grant Thoriow, manager of the Avalanche Control Section at Rogers Pass, British Columbia, can help her. But he wishes Amalie had stayed put in Toronto. Her sister, it seems, caused nothing but troubie in the two months she iived at the Pass. The iast thing he wants is Amaiie here in town, kicking up a fuss.Especially once it becomes clear to both of them that he can give her more than just answers about her sister-and she wants more than that, too.
A Sister's Dilemma: An Uplifting Medical Romance (The Wilde Twins #1)
by Gill SandersonThe first novel in Gill Sanderson's delightful The Wilde Twins series, perfect for fans of Mia Faye, Laura Scott, Helen Scott Taylor, Grey's Anatomy and ER.Readers LOVE Gill's charming medical romances!'Wonderful writer! Wonderful story! Wonderful book!' 5* reader review'Loved this book really good story. Excellent story line very good author' 5* reader review'I loved this book very hard to put down. Just what you need for a relaxing evening' 5* reader review After years spent wandering, Nurse Kate Wilde returns home for a few short days to attend her twin sister's wedding. But after suffering an accident, Kate, is forced to stay longer. There's a tempting distraction in the form of Dr Steve Russell, a handsome and troubled doctor who once loved Kate's sister, but who wants nothing to do with a long-term commitment...Don't miss Gill Sanderson's enthralling medical romances, including the A Lakeland Practice and the Good, Bad and Ugly series.
A Sister's Hope (Sisters of Holmes County #3)
by Wanda E. BrunstetterA woman's search for truth and love... A man's quest to prove his innocence... A father's determination to protect his family... Martha is the youngest of the Hostettler sisters and the most daring. While her main focus has been on her dog breeding business, Martha has also been troubled about the continuing attacks against her family and home in an Ohio Amish community. When the prime suspect turns out to be Luke Friesen--the man she loves--Martha decides to play detective. But what Will the search for truth cost? Luke seems to have taken the wrong road in life. With a definite motive and a myriad of methods, he looks guilty as sin. Will Martha's hope in his innocence be enough to bring the real criminal to justice? Roman Hostettler disapproves of the love blossoming between his daughter and Luke. In his determination to drive the couple apart, discord and dissension grow within the family. Will Luke and Martha's love for each other and their hope in God waver? Or will they find the courage to seek justice and bring their love to light?
A Sister's Hope: a completely addictive historical fiction saga novel for 2024 (Raven Hall Saga Ser.)
by Mollie WaltonFinalist for the Romantic Novelist Association's 'The Romantic Saga Award 2023' for A Mother's WarNorth Yorkshire, 1941.It's been two years since war broke out and the dangers of war are becoming ever more real for the Calvert-Lazenby family. With Raven Hall requisitioned as a maternity hospital, Rosina is rushed off her feet helping to care for the new young mothers and barely has the time to worry about young sergeant Harry who has been posted abroad. Until foreboding news arrives . . .Meanwhile, against Rosina's wishes, eighteen-year-old Connie decides to leave school and move to Scarborough to train as a carpenter's apprentice, sharing a flat with her friend Stella and the mysterious Valentine. Valentine is enigmatic and Connie would love to get to know her better, but little does she know how things will get much worse for them both . . .Nowhere is safe in wartime.Praise for Mollie Walton:'Mollie Walton captures your attention from the very first page and doesn't let go!' Diney Costeloe'A Journey. Compelling. Addictive' Val Wood'Feisty female characters, an atmospheric setting ... A phenomenal read' Cathy Bramley'Evocative, dramatic and hugely compelling. I loved it' Miranda Dickinson
A Sister's Power (The Reeves Sisters #3)
by Cydney RaxIn the face of shocking challenges, nothing is more important to the Reeves women than keeping their bond tight and their communication flowing. But honesty isn&’t so clear cut when it could blow up everything they&’ve fought tobuild . . . Already reeling from betrayal, middle sister Coco is fed up with lies—including her own. If she has her way, someone else&’s neck needs to be on the line for a change. But soon, Coco&’s in deep trouble with the law, her future hanging in the balance. . . . Now the only thing that can save her is revealing one last devastating truth. Struggling with unthinkable loss, Coco&’s sister, Burgundy, finds comfort in a colleague&’s arms. But her eight-year-old daughter wants no part of him. She wants the life she enjoyed when her father was alive. As Burgundy fights to move on from the shocking tragedy of her marriage, she seeks a silver lining. And against all odds, she wants herself and all four of her sisters to win. In spite of secrets, lies, deception, and hurt, she will do whatever it takes to support and empower her family. Even if it means risking everything that&’s important to her. Now between revenge, grief, and forgiveness, these women will challenge themselves—and all they think they know about each other—in a showdown that may leave them united—or cause them to forever fall apart . . . Praise for A Sister&’s Secret &“Clever. Compelling. Captivating.&” —RT Book Reviews
A Sister's Quest
by Jo Ann FergusonWas her mother really a spy? Michelle D'Orage refuses to believe that when a Russian diplomat named Alexei Vatutin comes to the Swiss boarding school where she teaches. Her mother fled France and the Terror when Michelle was only a baby, and Michelle never thought about where the money came for them to survive. Nor did her mother tell her about their past or the ring with the lightning bolt on it that she claims was her wedding ring. Now Alexei insists she come with Alexei to Vienna, where a meeting of leaders in the wake of Napoleon's banishment to Elba is going to redraw Europe in the hopes of lasting peace. Alexei doesn't hide that he is a spy and believes that Michelle has inherited her mother's gift for subterfuge. The glittering, dangerous world of diplomacy and espionage is almost as terrifying for Michelle as her overwhelming craving for the handsome Russian. But, as she longs to give her heart and herself to him, Alexei has not told her all his secrets, and his greatest one could tear them apart forever as Napoleon makes one last desperate attempt to regain his empire.
A Sister's Secret (Sisters of Holmes County #1)
by Wanda E. BrunstetterGrace is the oldest sister in the Hostettler family. Having put her rumschpringe (running around years) behind her, she has returned to Holmes County, joined the Amish church, and begun a new life. For the past four years, everything has been going fairly well, until the day she sees an English man who knows enough of her past to jeopardize her future. Will Gary Walker's interest in Grace destroy more than one life? Amish man Cleon Schrock is planning to marry Grace, but is ignorant of her past. Will love and faith triumph over shame and deception in Holmes County?
A Sister's Secret (The Reeves Sisters #1)
by Cydney RaxIn the wake of a major loss, five sisters agree to meet on the regular to keep it real. But secrets they never saw coming will challenge them and everything they counted on . . . Savvy and decisive, Burgundy Reeves feels blessed with a good husband and a successful career. She is the sister everyone envies. Since her beloved mother's death, she's given troubled youngest sister, Elyse, a stable home when she needs it most. And she's taken it on herself to keep her contentious siblings together. Under her guidance, they all meet bi-monthly on “Sister Day,” a time when they get together to bond, to receive a challenging “assignment”, and to cope with a range of things—including their many differences . . . Among the sisters’ most challenging assignments: tell the truth. But truthfulness leads to an unveiling of secrets that may destroy lives. Burgundy is struggling to show Coco the real deal about her unreliable baby daddy. If she and level-headed Drucilla can also convince hard-headed eldest sister Alita to give Coco more love than tough talk, that might heal a longtime rift. But it’s teenage Elyse’s truth that will shatter Burgundy’s perfect world beyond repair. And putting the pieces back together could make the sisters stronger together than ever—or pull them apart for good.
A Sister's Secret: A heart-warming and uplifting Regency romance from bestseller Mary Jane Staples
by Mary Jane StaplesPerfect for fans of Georgette Heyer and Netflix hit Bridgerton, a dashing Regency romance from multi-million copy seller Mary Jane Staples. READERS ARE LOVING A SISTER'S SECRET! "Mary Jane Staples is a genius! The storyline was amazing. I could not put the book down. Her characterization was wonderful and her intertwining of her characters with some famous historical characters is nothing short of genius." - 5 STARS"Mary Janes Staples is one of my favourite authors - loved her Adams Family series. This is such a lovely book: emotional, serious and funny in all ways. Read this book in one night." - 5 STARS "Enjoyed this book from start to finish." - 5 STARS. "I couldn't put this down - it was brilliant." - 5 STARS.************************************WILL SHE PROTECT HER SISTER AND LEARN TO LOVE AGAIN?A disastrous marriage has left the young and beautiful Lady Caroline widowed and vowing never to marry again.When she sees her younger sister, Annabelle, falling for a man who is notoriously unfaithful, she determines to intervene and save Annabelle from a similar fate, hiring the handsome and witty adventurer Captain Burnside to distract her. But all does not go to plan...A Sister's Secret was previously published as A Professional Gentleman.
A Sister's Survival (The Reeves Sisters #2)
by Cydney RaxTo keep their family ties strong, the five Reeves sisters meet regularly to give each other a reality check. But explosive family secrets begin to pour out like molten lava, and forever change all they treasure most . . . After a shattering revelation, youngest sister Elyse struggles to overcome the sexual abuse that nearly destroyed her. Between her tough eldest sister, Alita, and a promising fresh start with a new man, she’s finding the strength to make the most of her fierce intelligence. But Elyse still has a score to settle with the perfect sister she feels betrayed by—and she's going after everything Burgundy can’t afford to lose . . . Coco thinks her useless baby daddy is finally about to commit—until she catches him with a woman who’s everything she’s not. As she tries to move on with her life, she can’t resist carrying out the ultimate revenge. But when she inadvertently gets caught up in Elyse’s plan, she must confront an unforgivable truth that could crush any chance these sisters have to make things right.
A Sister's Test
by Wanda E. BrunstetterSit back with a warm cup of herbal tea and sink into the relaxing pleasures of a story from an Amish community, virtually insulated from the fast pace of modern life. Meet Ruth Hostettler and discover how even a cocoon of tradition cannot protect the Hostettler family from unjust evil in the world. Watch as generations of faith struggle to stand firm and one woman's dreams are put to the test.
A Sister's Wish: A dramatic and heartwarming new saga from the bestselling author (Yorkshire Blitz Trilogy Ser.)
by Donna Douglas*FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE NIGHTINGALE GIRLS, DONNA DOUGLAS*Spring, 1941. The families of Jubilee Row are still reeling from the loss of one of their own, and as the Blitz on Hull intensifies, it seems as if there will be more tragedies to come. As the street braces itself, Iris Fletcher returns home from the hospital, where she has been recovering after the death of her best friend and youngest child. But Iris has no time to mourn - devastated by the loss of their little sister, Archie and Kitty desperately need their mother.Meanwhile, Edie Copeland is besotted with her infant son. Being a single mother is hard, but Edie finds support in the form of Jack Maguire who, like Edie, is raising his boys alone. As the pair grow closer, Edie begins to wonder whether they could ever be anything more than friends. Capable mum, Ruby Maguire takes charge as usual, bolstering spirits and lending a hand, as well as trying to keep her flighty sister Pearl on the straight and narrow. But the unexpected appearance of a face from her past threatens Ruby's future far more than Hitler's bombs.For fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Katie Flynn this is the second book in the Yorkshire Blitz Trilogy from the bestselling author of The Nightingale Girls.
A Sister's Wish: The Charmed Amish Life, Book Three
by Shelley Shepard GrayNew York Times Bestselling AuthorIn Shelley Shepard Gray's third book in her Charmed Amish Life series, a respectable young woman finds herself falling for an Amish man from the wrong side of the tracks.Amelia Kinsinger is the perfect Amish woman--at least according to her neighbors. And while Amelia takes pride in her role as homemaker, she's also harboring a secret: She's been in love with bad boy Simon Hochstetler for as long as she can remember. Too bad he's about as far from "perfect" as an Amish man could get... but that's exactly why she's so drawn to him.Life hasn't been kind to Simon. He ran away from an abusive home at fifteen and things went downhill from there. Eventually, Simon landed in prison. But the experience changed him. Now back in Charm as a grown man, he's determined to make a new life for himself and not think too much about his wild past...unless it pertains to Amelia.He's loved Amelia for years. To him, she represents everything good and kind in the world. When he realizes that she returns his affections, he starts calling on her in secret, even though her older brother Lukas--who just happens to be Simon's best friend--has made it perfectly clear that Amelia deserves better. Simon disagrees and believes he's the only one who can truly make her happy. But when Amelia gets hurt, it sets off a chain of events that forces them to consider their future together--and face their past mistakes. There's a chance for love... but only if Simon dares to trust Amelia with the secrets of his past.
A Sisters Dilemma
by Gill SandersonAfter years spent wandering, Nurse Kate Wilde returns home for a few short days to attend her twin sister's wedding. But after suffering an accident, Kate, is forced to stay longer. There's a tempting distraction in the form of Dr Steve Russell, a handsome and troubled doctor who once loved Kate's sister, but who wants nothing to do with a long-term commitment ...
A Sister’s Courage
by Audrey ReimannCan Alice protect her siblings?Eldest child Alice Davenport has always helped to look after her younger brothers and sister when her Mama was unwell. But when her Mama dies suddenly and her Papa leaves to fight in the war, young Alice is left to care for her family alone.When her Papa returns home safe, Alice’s troubled days seem to be over. And when she meets the handsome Major Fredrick Blackshaw, a new life finally seems to be within reach. But when her Papa remarries, the jealously of their new stepmother leaves Alice fearing for the safety of her siblings. Will she sacrifice her own happiness to keep her family safe?A gritty, heart-warming family saga perfect for fans of Maggie Hope, Val Wood and Emma Hornby.
A Sixpence for Christmas
by Gracie HartMeg just wants her family to be together at Christmas. But her mother&’s illness gets worse every day and her sister is off doing god knows what. So when Meg loses her job in the bakery she doesn&’t know how they&’ll cope. Luckily, she knows Frank, the owner of a local patisserie, who offers her a job. But Meg isn&’t suited for fancy cake and frills.All she wants is to feed her family and make them proud but, as winter takes hold, it feels like everything is stacked against her.Can she make a success of herself before Christmas?
A Skinwalker's Legacy
by Shae WyntersHer gift of second sight has enabled her to successfully aid the Phoenix Police Department in a number of investigations. Why wasn't she warned of her own future? Now she's facing danger on all sides . . . not least of which is her growing desire for the man who has sworn to protect her.Lexia Torrance is a young woman with the gift of second sight. Her ability allows the Phoenix Police Department to solve crimes based on the gift of touch. Her latest case leads her to the body of a local man left with the killers' calling card--an emblem burned on the victim's chest in the shape of a sun. She soon finds herself facing five men looking for the necklace with the same emblem...and they are determined to find her as well...Galen Cortes knows the immense ability deep inside Lexia as well as her destiny to take the throne as Skinwalker Chieftess to the southwest tribe. As a guard of the tribe, Galen has sworn to protect Lexia and teach her the truth about her powers. Despite what his heart feels, he knows a guard isn't supposed to get too close to a betrothed Chieftess. But his fiery passion may soon override his rational thought.With a murderous Lycan tribe on their tail and only a few hours to spare once Lexia learns her birthright, Galen will only have a day to teach her what those before her learned in a lifetime. Before their time is over, passion will erupt between the guard and his ruler, a fateful battle will dawn between two tribes and a new Chieftess will arise within the nocturnal hours...
A Sky Full of Stars
by Samantha ChaseThe stars are about to align in the newest Shaughnessy brothers romance!WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE Brilliant astrophysicist Dr. Owen Shaughnessy feels more connected to the cosmos than to people. He's great with calculations, but when he leads a team of scientists to study a famous meteor shower, he doesn't factor in his free-spirited artist assistant Brooke Matthews.LOVE CAN DAZZLE YOU Polar opposites in personality, the friction between them threatens to derail the project. But the beauty and mystery of the night sky draw Owen and Brooke together—and she's going to surprise him in ways the stars never could.The Shaughnessy Brothers Series: Made for Us (Book 1) Love Walks In (Book 2) Always My Girl (Book 3) This Is Our Song (Book 4) A Sky Full of Stars (Book 5)"Warm, excellent romance." —Booklist for Love Walks In "A classic love story...a delight for readers." —RT Book Reviews for This Is Our Song"Flawed yet strong characters...well-written and uniquely appealing." —Booklist for This Is Our Song
A Sky Painted Gold
by Laura WoodThe Great Gatsby meets I Capture the Castle in this gorgeously dreamy coming-of-age romance perfect for fans of A Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue. <P><P>It is the summer of 1929. Lou Trevelyan is a small-town girl with big dreams of becoming a writer. Then she meets the Cardew siblings: the bubbly Caitlin and her handsome, enigmatic brother, Robert. Lou is swept into their glittering whirlwind of moonlit parties, unrivaled glamour, and whispered secrets. As she falls deeper into the world of high society, Lou must find a way to stay true to herself . . . and her heart.
A Sky Without Stars
by Linda S. ClareFrankie Chasing Bear is caught between cultures. She wants to raise her son Harold to revere his Lakota heritage, but she knows he will need to learn the white man's ways to succeed. After the untimely death of her husband, Frankie joins the U.S. Government's Relocation Program and moves to Arizona. There she begins sewing a Lakota Star pattern quilt for Harold with tribal wisdom sung, sewn, and prayed into it. A bed without a quilt is like a sky without stars, but neither the quilt--nor her new life--comes easily to Frankie. Nick Vandergriff, for instance, is the last man Frankie wants to trust. He's half-Lakota but Christian, and Frankie can see no good coming from that faith after her own parents were forced to convert at an Indian school. Can Nick convince Frankie that white men and Christians aren't all bad? And will Frankie learn that love is the most important ingredient--for her son's quilt and life itself?
A Slender Thread
by Tracie PetersonThe tragic death of a famous movie star draws her daughters back to their childhood home to bid farewell to a mother they hardly knew. Under the loving guidance of their grandmother, the Mitchell sisters begin the healing process---until a shocking betrayal and another heart-rending tragedy threaten to unravel the delicate fabric of their family.
A Slice of Heaven (Sweet Magnolias #2)
by Sherryl WoodsDana Sue might run the best little restaurant in Serenity, but when you're feeding a small town of neighbors, busybodies and best friends, things can get a bit hot in the kitchen. Never mind that she's putting on too many pounds (an occupational hazard for a chef)-she's worried about her too-skinny teenage daughter, Annie, who has been slowly starving herself since the loud, suitcase-tossing, name-calling fit on her front lawn that left Dana Sue minus one cheating husband. But sometimes life picks strange ways to mend fences. When Annie lands in the hospital, Dana Sue reaches out to the man she loves to hate: Ron, the husband who took her heart when she tossed him out. Ron is still Annie's white knight, even if he's decidedly more tarnished in Dana Sue's eyes. But he still looks good enough to eat, and maybe, just maybe, to forgive. Once, Ron made the mistake of letting go without a proper fight. But now Dana Sue is about to get another taste of sweet devotion from a man tired of feeling like a fool, hungry for that slice of heaven he found with her.