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Queen of the Darkness: The Black Jewels Trilogy Book 3 (The Black Jewels Trilogy)
by Anne BishopThe third in New York Times bestselling author Anne Bishop's captivating Black Jewels trilogy. War is coming to the Shadow-Realm. To save millions of lives, Witch must sacrifice only one: hers.Jaenelle, the long-prophesised Witch Queen, has finally healed, and emerged stronger than ever to claim her throne.But for centuries a taint has been creeping across the realms, corrupting those born into power. Now war is coming to the Shadow-Realm - and Witch is helpless to prevent it.The Dreamweavers' webs show two paths. One will see the blood of millions spilled, the other will see the taint destroyed - and only one person needs to die.Her.'A powerful finale for this fascinating, uniquely dark trilogy' - Locus
Queen of the Dixie Drive-In
by Peg Sutherland3 Weddings and a Secret One of the most powerful, emotionally satisfying trilogies you'll ever read. Each book is a gem! Welcome to Sweetbranch, Alabama. Folks are friendly, children are safe and down-home hospitality abounds. Once in a while, though, things are not quite what they seem.... "VALENTINES ARE FOR SAPS!" And don't you forget it, fourteen-year-old Carson Delaney told herself. Then Tony de Fuentes gave her a chocolate heart-and she knew she'd never forget him! Even so, when she returned to Sweetbranch ten years later to make a home for her little sister, Tony was the last person she expected to see. Or wanted to. He knew a little too much about her life in San Francisco, too much about the person she used to be. Now she just wanted a new start, a family, a chance to make amends. And damn it all, she still wanted Tony.
Queen of the Flowers (Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries #14)
by Kerry GreenwoodMiss Fisher's Murder Mysteries, now streaming on Netflix, starring Essie Davis as the honourable Phryne Fisher"Crime strikes close to home in this latest installment...The engaging cast of familiar supporting characters—including Phryne's maid, Dot, and her Chinese lover, Lin Chung—will delight longtime fans..." —Publishers WeeklyThe circus is in town for St Kilda's first Flower Festival, which includes a parade. And who should be Queen of said Flowers but the Honourable Phryne Fisher? She has dresses to purchase, cinemas to visit, and agreeable cocktails to drink.However, one of her flower maidens is unstable and has vanished. So Phryne investigates, trudging through the underworld with the help of Bert, Cec, her little beretta, an old flame from Orkney, the owner of the most exclusive brothel in St Kilda, and several elephants.But when her own adopted daughter Ruth goes missing, Phryne is determined that nothing will stand in the way of her retrieving her lost child.
Queen's Winter Wedding Charade (By Royal Arrangement)
by Heidi RiceQueen's Winter Wedding Charade is a marriage of convenience, fake relationship, royal romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Heidi Rice. By royal decree… Her Majesty needs a husband! If Queen Isabelle of Androvia wants full control over her kingdom, she must marry at once. Her plan? Proposition the nearest suitor! Yet she hadn&’t anticipated billionaire Travis Lord&’s arrogant and irreverent disregard for imperial protocol… Becoming Prince Consort suits Travis perfectly. Finally, he can rise above his poverty-stricken roots. But saying &“I do&” is one thing. Upholding their newlywed facade while battling to keep their marriage convenient is another. Particularly as he peels back the layers of his flawless royal wife, and discovers the fiery woman underneath… From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read all the By Royal Arrangement books: Book 1: Queen's Winter Wedding CharadeBook 2: Princess for the Headlines
Queenie Malone's Paradise Hotel: the perfect uplifting summer read from the author of The Keeper of Lost Things
by Ruth HoganWINNER OF THE ROMANTIC NOVELISTS' ASSOCIATION AWARD 2020PICKED FOR WORLD BOOK NIGHT 2020A PRIMA BOOK OF THE YEARAn uplifting novel of mothers and daughters, secrets and the astonishing power of friendship, from the wildly popular bestselling author of The Keeper of Lost Things.'As lovely as a burst of bright bluebells' Sunday Express 'Technicolour' Daily Mail'A moving exploration of the complex relationship between mothers and daughters' Observer'A poignant tale of love and family' Good Housekeeping'Enchanting . . . divine' Prima 'Beautifully written - astute and funny' Daily Express'This book really shines . . . laugh-out-loud funny' StylistTilly was a bright, outgoing little girl who liked playing with ghosts and matches. She loved fizzy drinks, swear words, fish fingers and Catholic churches, but most of all she loved living in Brighton in Queenie Malone's magnificent Paradise Hotel with its endearing and loving family of misfits. But Tilly's childhood was shattered when her mother sent her away from the only home she'd ever loved to boarding school with little explanation and no warning.Now an adult, Tilda has grown into an independent woman still damaged by her mother's unaccountable cruelty. Wary of people, her only friend is her dog, Eli. But when her mother dies, Tilda returns to Brighton and with the help of her beloved Queenie sets about unravelling the mystery of her exile from The Paradise Hotel, only to discover that her mother was not the woman she thought she knew at all ...Mothers and daughters ... their story can be complicated ... but it can also turn out to have a happy ending.'A tender tale' Woman & Home'Absorbing, tender and heartfelt' Mike Gayle, author of The Man I Think I Know'Her best novel yet' Hannah Beckerman, author of If Only I Could Tell You'Exuberant and full of zest' Nina Pottell
Queenie Malone's Paradise Hotel: the perfect uplifting summer read from the author of The Keeper of Lost Things
by Ruth HoganWINNER OF THE ROMANTIC NOVELISTS' ASSOCIATION AWARD 2020PICKED FOR WORLD BOOK NIGHT 2020A PRIMA BOOK OF THE YEARAn uplifting novel of mothers and daughters, secrets and the astonishing power of friendship, from the wildly popular bestselling author of The Keeper of Lost Things.'As lovely as a burst of bright bluebells' Sunday Express 'Technicolour' Daily Mail'A moving exploration of the complex relationship between mothers and daughters' Observer'A poignant tale of love and family' Good Housekeeping'Enchanting . . . divine' Prima 'Beautifully written - astute and funny' Daily Express'This book really shines . . . laugh-out-loud funny' StylistTilly was a bright, outgoing little girl who liked playing with ghosts and matches. She loved fizzy drinks, swear words, fish fingers and Catholic churches, but most of all she loved living in Brighton in Queenie Malone's magnificent Paradise Hotel with its endearing and loving family of misfits. But Tilly's childhood was shattered when her mother sent her away from the only home she'd ever loved to boarding school with little explanation and no warning.Now an adult, Tilda has grown into an independent woman still damaged by her mother's unaccountable cruelty. Wary of people, her only friend is her dog, Eli. But when her mother dies, Tilda returns to Brighton and with the help of her beloved Queenie sets about unravelling the mystery of her exile from The Paradise Hotel, only to discover that her mother was not the woman she thought she knew at all ...Mothers and daughters ... their story can be complicated ... but it can also turn out to have a happy ending.'A tender tale' Woman & Home'Absorbing, tender and heartfelt' Mike Gayle, author of The Man I Think I Know'Her best novel yet' Hannah Beckerman, author of If Only I Could Tell You'Exuberant and full of zest' Nina Pottell
Queenie: British Book Awards Book of the Year
by Candice Carty-WilliamsTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERBOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDSSHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA FIRST NOVEL AWARDLONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION'A deliciously funny, characterful, topical and thrilling novel for our times' Bernardine Evaristo, winner of the Booker Prize'Brilliant, timely, funny, heartbreaking' Jojo Moyes'A must-read novel about sex, selfhood, and the best friendships that get us through it all' Candace Bushnell, author of Sex and the CityQueenie is a twenty-five-year-old Black woman living in south London, straddling Jamaican and British culture whilst slotting neatly into neither. She works at a national newspaper where she's constantly forced to compare herself to her white, middle-class peers, and beg to write about Black Lives Matter. After a messy break up from her long-term white boyfriend, Queenie finds herself seeking comfort in all the wrong places.As Queenie veers from one regrettable decision to another, she finds herself wondering, What are you doing? Why are you doing it? Who do you want to be? - the questions that every woman today must face in a world that keeps trying to provide the answers for them.A darkly comic and bitingly subversive take on life, love, race and family, Queenie will have you nodding in recognition, crying in solidarity and rooting for this unforgettable character every step of the way. A disarmingly honest, boldly political and truly inclusive tale that will speak to anyone who has gone looking for love and acceptance and found something very different in its place.
Queenie: Now a Channel 4 series
by Candice Carty-WilliamsTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERBOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA FIRST NOVEL AWARD LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 'A deliciously funny, characterful, topical and thrilling novel for our times' Bernardine Evaristo, winner of the Booker Prize 'Brilliant, timely, funny, heartbreaking' Jojo Moyes 'A must-read novel about sex, selfhood, and the best friendships that get us through it all' Candace Bushnell, author of Sex and the City Queenie is a twenty-five-year-old Black woman living in south London, straddling Jamaican and British culture whilst slotting neatly into neither. She works at a national newspaper where she's constantly forced to compare herself to her white, middle-class peers, and beg to write about Black Lives Matter. After a messy break up from her long-term white boyfriend, Queenie finds herself seeking comfort in all the wrong places. As Queenie veers from one regrettable decision to another, she finds herself wondering, What are you doing? Why are you doing it? Who do you want to be? - the questions that every woman today must face in a world that keeps trying to provide the answers for them. A darkly comic and bitingly subversive take on life, love, race and family, Queenie will have you nodding in recognition, crying in solidarity and rooting for this unforgettable character every step of the way. A disarmingly honest, boldly political and truly inclusive tale that will speak to anyone who has gone looking for love and acceptance and found something very different in its place. ****** LONGLISTED FOR THE JHALAK PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLISTED FOR FOYLES BOOK OF THE YEARSHORTLISTED FOR COMEDY WOMAN IN PRINT PRIZE 2020 BLACKWELL'S DEBUT NOVEL OF THE YEAR NAMED ONE OF THE TIMES, GUARDIAN, SUNDAY TIMES, DAILY MAIL AND EVENING STANDARD'S BEST BOOKS OF 2019
Queens of Geek
by Jen WildeThree friends, two love stories, one convention: this fun, feminist love letter to geek culture is all about fandom, friendship, and finding the courage to be yourself."Full of irreverent humor and in-jokes, it’s geeky and funny, with a heavy dose of self-discovery. . . . . Seeing girls and women uplifting, protecting, and loving each other is extremely powerful especially in the context of fandom." —Teen Vogue"This is the geeky, queer book of our dreams." —SeventeenCharlie likes to stand out. She’s a vlogger and actress promoting her first movie at SupaCon, and this is her chance to show fans she’s over her public breakup with co-star Reese Ryan. When internet-famous cool-girl actress Alyssa Huntington arrives as a surprise guest, it seems Charlie’s long-time crush on her isn’t as one-sided as she thought.Taylor likes to blend in. Her brain is wired differently, making her fear change. And there’s one thing in her life she knows will never change: her friendship with her best guy friend Jamie—no matter how much she may secretly want it to. But when she hears about a fan contest for her favorite fandom, she starts to rethink her rules on playing it safe.Queens of Geek by Jen Wilde, chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads, is an empowering novel for anyone who has ever felt that fandom is family.Praise for Queens of Geek:"This fun book about fierce friendships gives voice to a group of diverse female characters who are so defined by so much more than just their mental health and sexuality." —Bustle"This celebration of geek culture and fandom promotes diversity and being true to oneself." —School Library Journal“[A] fun read about fandom, friendship and the courage to be yourself.” —Autostraddle
Queens of the Apocalypse
by Rob RosenTake three fierce drag queens, plus their undead drag sister, a massive solar flare, and a few billion hungry zombies, toss in the remnants of the U.S. Army and a hysterically funny/frequently poignant cross-country trip, add a spicy dash of sizzling romance and a generous helping of mystery and suspense.What you wind up with is the deliciously campy Queens of the Apocalypse.
Queer Power Couples: On Love and Possibility
by Hannah Murphy WinterThis photographic celebration of queer love and excellence gathers fourteen LGBTQ+ power couples, offering a glimpse into the journeys that led to their meaningful relationships and thriving careers.From designer Debbie Millman’s ardent courtship of writer Roxane Gay to the romantic and creative relationship forged between Perfume Genius bandmates Mike Hadreas and Alan Wyffels on stage during their first world tour, this beautiful book offers a closer look into the lives of fourteen inspiring LGBTQ+ couples and the meet-cutes, success stories, and personal reflections that made them the role models they are today. These icons come from a range of backgrounds—they are trailblazers who lead research labs, kitchens, and news organizations; create life-giving art and music; and tell queer stories in award-winning books, films, and television shows.With in-depth original interviews by journalist Hannah Murphy Winter and intimate photography by their wife, Billie Winter, this diverse collection is a jubilant celebration of queer love and an empowering reminder to younger LGBTQ+ generations of their limitless possibilities.AMAZING PROFILES: This superlative collection features more than twenty-five queer leaders in film and TV, the music industry, journalism, academia, fine art, and nonprofits. Read about showrunner ND Stevenson and comic artist Molly Knox Ostertag, astrologer Chani Nicholas and nonprofit founder Sonya Passi, director Anthony Hemingway and actor Steven Norfleet, chefs Aisha Ibrahim and Samantha Beaird, and many more inspiring figures. BEAUTIFUL IMAGES: Intimate, joyful, and moving, the photography of Billie Winter captures a diverse group of queer icons in the worlds they have built for themselves. Her candid, organic images of the couples share intimate moments of laughter, conversation, and comfortable silence. And at the end of every photoshoot, she asked the couples to photograph each other — capturing the couples' love and connection with a vulnerability that only they could. This gorgeous book presents LGBTQ+ relationships in all their multiplicity.OWN VOICES: This is a book about queer power couples created by a queer couple. In-depth original interviews conducted by journalist Hannah Murphy Winter offer insightful context into the lives and careers of the LGBTQ+ changemakers, and photographs by her wife, Billie Winter, capture genuine, unscripted moments between the subjects. This is a meaningful gift for queer folks, allies who want to learn more about queer culture, and anyone who wants to uplift the stories of the LGBTQ+ community.Perfect for:Queer young people and adults and their loved onesAllies, advocates, and activistsFans of portrait anthologies and storytelling projects like Humans of New YorkFans of LGBTQ+ photography books like Loving: a Photographic History of Men In Love 1850s–1950s, We Are Everywhere, and Queer Love In ColorGift-giving for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, Pride Month, and other special occasions
Queer Relations
by Ellie ThomasSequel to Twelve LettersIn the autumn of 1814, the Honourable Percy Havilland is generally content with his sheltered existence in London’s exclusive Mayfair. As a society beau, renowned for his fair and youthful beauty and an object of desire to other well-born gentlemen, Percy is slightly miffed his personal life is not running as seamlessly as he might wish.His good-natured lover from the spring season, Jo Everett, has inexplicably lost interest, and his replacement, Nathaniel Brooks, is far too hard-headed to be cajoled and manipulated into pandering to Percy’s every whim.But these trifles are cast into proportion when, out of the blue, a family scandal of immense proportions threatens Percy’s peace of mind and his standing amongst the ton. Fearing rejection or even social banishment, to his surprise, Percy discovers a small, unconventional band of friends, including Jo, who are prepared to stick by him. And more importantly, he finds Nathan is utterly reliable in a crisis.Will Percy remain spoiled, immature, and pampered? Or can he grow from this disaster to appreciate the value of true friendship? Might he even learn to love?
Queerceañera
by Alex CrespoThis irresistible and hilarious rom-com from acclaimed author Alex Crespo is a whirlwind of telenovela-level drama and hijinks when Joaquin Zoido finds himself fake-dating his childhood crush and newly minted date to his queerceañera.Joaquin Zoido is out and proud of it. And while he knew his dad and sister, Carmen, would be super supportive, he wasn’t quite ready for them to surprise him with a queerceañera, a coming out party to celebrate him. Between all the talks of tastings and venues, and the chirping of his family’s RSVP texts, the question of who will be his chambelán is on everyone’s minds.What Joaquin is decidedly trying to not think about is whether his mom is going attend or if she’s finally replaced him with her favorite godson, Felix—the boy who made Joaquin realize he was gay and who was his first kiss. But when an impromptu lie snowballs into a full-fledged family-group-chat rumor, every Zoido from Texas to Mexico starts believing that Felix is not only Joaquin’s chambelán but also his brand-new boyfriend.To avoid the pity and sympathies of an ill-timed breakup, Joaquin and Felix strike a deal—they’ll stay fake boyfriends until the party. Yet, as the day draws nearer and old feelings spark anew, Joaquin will have to decide whether a picture-perfect queerceañera with a fake boyfriend is worth giving up the chance of something real.
Queerly Beloved: A Novel
by Susie DumondA people-pleasing bridesmaid-for-hire falls for the crushable new lesbian in town. Will she finally find her happily ever after—and her own voice? ONE OF BUZZFEED&’S MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2022 • &“A delightful debut, perfect for any person who&’s ever created their own place to belong.&”—Casey McQuiston, bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue and One Last StopAmy, a semicloseted queer baker and bartender in mid-2010s Oklahoma, has spent a lifetime putting other people&’s needs before her own. Until, that is, she hits it off with Charley, a brilliant, attractive engineer who&’s just moved to Tulsa. Suddenly, Amy&’s found something—someone—she actually wants. Her tight-knit group of chosen family is thrilled she&’s finally moving on from her ex. Mostly, though, they want Amy to find a way to show up for love—and life—as her authentic self. But when a one-off gig subbing in for a bridesmaid turns into a full-time business—thanks to Amy&’s baking talents, crafting skills, and years watching rom-coms and Say Yes to the Dress—her deep desire to please kicks into overdrive, at her own expense. It&’s not until Amy&’s precarious balancing act strains her relationships to the breaking point that she must decide what it looks like to be true to herself—and if she has the courage to try.
Queerwolf
by Rob RosenWhen you wake up on a ferry, naked, in a pool of blood, there’s nowhere else to go but up. Up, that is, into the arms of your hunky upstairs neighbor. And so starts the comic misadventure of Blake and Ted as they go from San Francisco to Salt Lake City to Las Vegas and back again, collecting their motley wolfpack along the way, not to mention a whole slew of unexpected surprises.Will good win out? Can different really be better? And can the Queerwolf keep his new breed of pack together and alive? Read on to find out, but better leave the doors locked because this pack travels on its stomach ... and you could be next on the menu!
Quel Momento nel Tempo: Una romantica avventura nel tempo di Deb Stover
by Deb StoverDescrizione del libro: Una brutta giornata? O l'avventura di una vita...? Abbandonata in una baita tra le Montagne Rocciose, la parrucchiera Jackie Clarke si chiede se una brutta giornata possa peggiorare dopo che il suo disonesto amante Lama lesta se ne va con la sua auto, i suoi soldi e la sua dignità. La sua risposta arriva quando una bufera di neve la blocca in una città fantasma, poi un inferno ardente e un dipinto osceno la riportano indietro nel 1891, dove viene scambiata per la famosa cantante di saloon, Lolita Belle. Cole Morrison è un padre single e un riluttante cercatore d'oro diventato rapitore. La disperazione lo costringe a partecipare alla battaglia tra saloon di città minerarie in guerra per Lolita Belle. Perché qualcuno dovrebbe volere quella rossa impertinente? Non riesce a cantare una melodia come si deve, ma Lolita che si chiama Jackie potrebbe essere la risposta a tutti i suoi sogni... Jackie sta ancora vivendo una brutta giornata...? O quel minatore dal cuore d'oro sarà il suo trattamento termale per una vita intera...?
Quel che luccica
by Kate SherwoodNon importa quanto provi a convincersi: Liam, architetto di successo a New York, non ha mai dimenticato Ben, il suo primo amore. All’avvicinarsi dei quarant’anni, Liam sente che nella sua vita manca qualcosa. Riuscirà a rimediare al suo più grande errore, quello che gli ha lasciato un vuoto che nessun successo lavorativo potrà mai riempire? O la paura di sbagliare di nuovo gli impedirà di avere la vita che sogna? Liam e Ben sono stati amici da ragazzi e poi fidanzati all’università. Quando però Liam lo ha tradito, Ben si è imposto di tagliare i ponti con lui e di andare avanti con la propria vita. Abita ancora nella cittadina in cui sono cresciuti e dove fa l’insegnante, ma quella non è l’esistenza che sognava da ragazzo. Eppure, quando Liam riappare a North Falls, Ben non se la sente di rimettere il cuore in gioco. Non può permettersi di farsi conquistare ancora da lui dopo tutta la fatica fatta per dimenticarlo. Nessuno dei due sembra voler mettere una pietra sul passato e affrontare l’ansia di un nuovo inizio. Non vogliono innamorarsi di nuovo, ma a volte l’amore bussa, anche quando non lo si è invitato.
Quel che succede da Joe
by Sjd Peterson Claudia NogaraLa promessa del lavoro dei suoi sogni spinge Murphy a trasferirsi in Florida, ma al suo arrivo lo aspetta un brusco risveglio: il progetto è sospeso. Si trova perciò davanti a un bivio: tornarsene in Michigan con la coda tra le gambe o restare per trovare un altro lavoro? Le sue prospettive sembrano migliorare quando entra in un bar e scopre che il proprietario sta cercando qualcuno per ristrutturare l’appartamento al piano superiore. Accetta con gioia l’incarico, per rendersi conto solo in un secondo momento che ha già conosciuto Joe Sterling, il proprietario di Kaffeinate: la prima sera in città lo ha rimorchiato in un club. Murphy e Joe sono entrambi orgogliosi, passionali e schietti. Nessuno dei due è alla ricerca di una relazione, sebbene non possano negare che le loro personalità si sposino come caffè e ciambelle. Il loro rapporto si incrina quando Joe scopre che Murphy è stato assunto dalla società che ritiene stia cercando di danneggiare le imprese del quartiere e l’ambiente. Finché Murphy continua a lavorare per loro, Joe non vuole avere nulla a che fare con lui, mettendo così a rischio la speranza di un inaspettato lieto fine.
Quello che lui desidera -Il secondo libro di “La saga di Luna” -
by Angela Violet HazeUna proposta complessa… La sua offerta potrebbe salvare tutto quello per cui ho lavorato. In cambio, mi vuole in ogni modo possibile. Una passione inevitabile… La sua determinazione a conquistarmi è innegabile. Il mio desiderio di resistere potrebbe non essere abbastanza per proteggere il mio cuore. Una connessione che è più di quello che sembra… Lui sa qualcosa che io non so. E quando i sogni arrivano, rimango a domandarmi se ho commesso l’errore più grande della mia vita.
Quello giusto (serie Piccole cose #2)
by Piper Vaughn M. J. O'Shea Claudia NogaraSerie Piccole cose, Libro 2Per anni Dustin Davis ha sognato un principe ma ha finito per baciare solo rospi. Quando vede per la prima volta Archer Kyriakides, è convinto che la sorte sia finalmente cambiata e che Archer sia quello giusto. I sentimenti contrastanti che prova in sua presenza lo lasciano però confuso: perché va tutto bene a un incontro e male a quello successivo? Non ha senso! Fino a quando non conosce il suo gemello, Asher, e non capisce di averli confusi più di una volta. Asher Kyriakides sogna di diventare un fotografo d’alta moda, ma è incastrato in un lavoro che odia e con un fratello irresponsabile e libertino, le cui abitudini lo fanno impazzire, specialmente quando scopre che Archer sta uscendo con l’adorabile biondino a cui pensa da mesi. Combattuto tra desiderio e lealtà, Asher può solo cercare di mettere in guardia Dusty nei confronti del fratello. Ma quando alla fine Archer si spinge troppo oltre, Dusty si rivolge ad Asher in cerca di aiuto, e lui sa di non potersi tirare indietro. Non impiegheranno molto a capire di essersi innamorati l’uno dell’altro, ma più di un ostacolo si mette sulla loro strada, non per ultimo Archer, che non è ancora disposto a smettere di essere una spina nel fianco del gemello.
Quelque chose mijote chez Joe
by Sjd Peterson Sully HoltLa promesse d’un job de rêve attire Murphy à Tampa. Mais il revient brutalement sur terre lorsqu’il découvre que l’offre est provisoirement suspendue. À présent, il n’a plus que deux choix : retourner en douce dans le Michigan, la queue entre les jambes, ou rester dans le coin et chercher du travail. Les choses s’améliorent quand il se rend dans un coffee shop et apprend que le propriétaire cherche justement quelqu’un pour rénover l’appartement du dessus. Il accepte le job avec joie avant de réaliser qu’il a déjà fait la connaissance de Joe Sterling, le propriétaire du Kaffeinate, lors de sa première soirée dans un club de Tampa. Murphy et Joe sont tous les deux francs, fiers et passionnés. Ni l’un ni l’autre ne cherche de relation, même s’ils sont bien obligés de reconnaître qu’ils s’accordent aussi bien que le café et les beignets, en dépit de leurs caractères. Jusqu’à ce que Joe réalise que Murphy doit travailler pour une société qui représente une menace pour l’environnement et pour les entreprises de la région – et si Murphy ne change pas très vite d’avis, Joe ne voudra plus rien avoir à faire avec lui, condamnant entre eux toute possibilité d’obtenir leur happy-end tant espéré.
Quelque part
by Chloé Robles Javier CarreteroCe livre n’est pas écrit pour vous faire penser, Ni pour vous faire rire, Et encore moins pleurer, Ce livre est écrit pour vous conduire, Jusque dans vos rêves… … Quelque part
Quem São Eles?: O Limite Extremo
by Taylor StormUMA PEQUENA PRÉVIA: Ele matou meu marido! ...fazer um acordo com o demônio era a única maneira de poder sobreviver – um filme de terror – que ela queria que acabasse, mas não conseguia pelo triste fato daquela ser sua vida. “Mamãe!” Ela ouviu a voz de Elias. Ah, não! Aquela não era uma cena para uma criança testemunhar... Como todos vocês podem sentar aqui e ter esse assassino em sua presença? ... um pouco de sexo poderia entrar na equação. Nunca machucou ninguém antes. Ela não poderia permitir que seu filho crescesse assim e rodeado por uma pessoa tão má. “Mãe, eu sou uma modelo!” Ela mentiu. Segure-se enquanto esta história se desenrola com sua teia entrelaçada de mentiras, sexo, crime e uma infinidade de eventos incomuns, conforme eles chegam ao clímax e transmitem emoções profundas e imagens vívidas quando evoluem para triângulos sexuais turbulentos. O casamento deles era uma farsa completa. Eles nem mesmo dormiam na mesma cama e mal conseguiam suportar a visão um do outro. Eles se tornaram um daqueles casais que não fazem nada além de reclamar da presença um do outro e dizer, um ao outro, o quão patéticos eles eram. Não passava um dia sem eles brigarem ou expressarem quanto ódio sentiam um pelo outro, e ... Julie e Andrew... Sua filha, Jenna, era uma bela aspirante a modelo, que prometia ser fiel ao seu amor, Morgan. Morgan parte em uma extensa viagem de negócios para a África do Sul, e quando chega em casa pretendia pedir Jenna em casamento, mas descobre Crowley….
Quem é o Chefe Agora - Lidando com os Chefes: Livro 3
by Lexy Timms Ju PinheiroQuão perto você pode chegar do fogo e não se queimar? Conseguir o emprego dos sonhos, trabalhar e namorar seu chefe incrivelmente quente e ao mesmo tempo conseguir a confiança que ela nunca teve, Jamie não acredita que a vida poderia ficar melhor. Ela está ajudando a administrar uma empresa de vários bilhões de dólares. Suas questões familiares parecem estar resolvidas e embora ela e Alex tenham de resolver pequenas dificuldades, parece que eles serão capazes de ser profissionais no trabalho e românticos depois. Só que perfeito não é exatamente como Jamie imaginou que isto seria. Série Lidando com os Chefes O Chefe O Chefe Também Quem é o Chefe Agora Presente para o Chefe *Conto de Natal* Ame o Chefe Aceito, o Chefe Esposa do Chefe Empregado pelo Chefe Um Irmão para o Chefe Conselheiro Sênior para o Chefe
Quench the Fire
by J. M. SnyderInTo Love a GodGreek god Hephaestus finds his world -- and his mind and body -- set aflame by a minor water god named Aean.In this follow-up story, Aean interrupts his celestial lover in the one place where Hephaestus is most powerful: his forge. Though busy with work, Hephaestus doesn't mind the interruption, and when Aean suggests a reversal of their usual roles -- this time with him on the receiving end of Hephaestus's attentions -- the smith hurries to comply.To learn more about how seasoned lovers Hephaestus and Aean meet, be sure to check out the prequel!