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Raising the Rancher's Family
by Patricia ThayerNew York tycoon Holt Rawlins has ditched his suits, worn in his cowboy boots and pulled his Stetson down low. He's back home to find the truth, not to make friends!That is until beautiful Leah Keenan bursts into his life. She brings with her a small boy who needs their help. And Holt becomes both father and protector. Leah knows that the family they've created isn't real, and soon she'll have to return to her old life. But to leave will break her heart. Will the rugged rancher persuade her to stay?
Raising the Stakes
by Amy LaneA Gambling Men StoryJace has always been good at holding his cards close to his vest, but after three months of being lovers, Quentin is getting pretty good at reading his tells. Still, Jace's foul mood at work could be a game breaker. Jace is going to have to show a card or two and Quentin will have to go for broke if they're going to make the relationship gamble pay off.
Raising the Stakes
by Karen RockHiding from the world... Tucking herself away in the Adirondack woods was supposed to keep Vivienne Harris safe. From dark memories of the Bronx, from danger, from entanglements. But when an orphaned bear cub raids her pantry and conservation officer Liam Walsh appears with news of poachers nearby, her private, peaceful world is turned upside down! Suddenly two forces are drawing her out-Button, the cub who needs her help, and Liam, the man who's dead set against her rehabilitating the bear. If she can just win Liam's support, Vivie knows she can give Button a good life. And maybe find the courage to embrace a future with Liam...
Raising the Stakes (The\barons Ser. #12)
by Sandra MartonWhen a lawyer encounters the woman he’s been tasked to find, business turns to pleasure in a fiery game of winner-take-all.Wealthy attorney Gray Baron has come to Las Vegas on a mission to find a woman—Dawn Lincoln Kittredge, the long-lost grandchild of his uncle. But feisty Dawn is not about to make anything easy for him.After being hurt in the past, Dawn is wary of strangers, even gorgeous, sexy ones like Gray. But mutual suspicion doesn’t stop an undeniable passion from igniting between them. As the tension mounts, all bets are off . . .
Raisins and Almonds: A Phryne Fisher Mystery (16pt Large Print Edition) (Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries #9)
by Kerry GreenwoodMiss Fisher's Murder Mysteries, now streaming on Netflix, starring Essie Davis as the honourable Phryne Fisher"One of the more complex and somber cases in the career of Greenwood's Australian Jazz Age amateur sleuth Phryne Fisher." —Publishers WeeklyPhryne Fisher's contentment at the Jewish Young People's Society Dance is cut short when her dancing partner's father asks her to investigate the strange death of a devout young student in Miss Sylvia Lee's East Market bookshop. Miss Lee has been arrested for the murder, but Phryne believes that she is a very unlikely killer.The investigation leads her into the exotic world of refugees, rabbis, kosher dinners, Kadimah, strange alchemical symbols, Yiddish, and chicken soup. Picking her way through the mystery, Phryne soon finds herself at the heart of a situation far graver and more political than she expected. And all for the price of a song....
Rake Beyond Redemption
by Anne O'BrienReckless rogue or man of honour? Riding on a Sussex beach, Alexander Ellerdine fights through the waves to rescue a young lady trapped by the tide. He's instantly captivated by her beautiful face and dauntless spirit-but as a smuggler with a tarnished reputation Zan has nothing to offer a woman such as her. Marie-Claude is determined to unravel the mystery of her brooding rescuer. His passionate kisses are as dangerous as his reputation. The integrity in his eyes indicates he's a gentleman...but the secrets and rumours say that he's a rake beyond redemption...
Rake Most Likely to Rebel: Rake Most Likely To Rebel Whispers At Court Summer Of The Viking (Rakes on Tour #1)
by Bronwyn ScottThe art of fencing, like the art of love, requires three important skills: 1. Anticipating your partner's every move, working them into the exact position you desire. 2. Being completely attuned to each other's bodies. 3. Absolute dedication, no matter how many hours are spent sweating it out. Viscount Amersham has come to Paris to prove his skill with the blade. But feisty Alyssandra Leodegrance is not the opponent he was expecting! As expert swordplay leads to sizzling sensuality, it's difficult to say who will win...and what they will claim as their prize! Rakes on Tour Outrageous hell-raisers let loose in Europe!
Rake Most Likely to Seduce (Rakes on Tour)
by Bronwyn ScottIn this sexy Regency romance, a high-stakes game in Venice leaves an English gambler with the ultimate prize.No one understands luck better than Nolan Gray. But when the rakish young gambler faces a ruthless opponent in Venice, he’ll need more than luck. He can’t start losing now . . . especially when the virginity of the enthralling Gianna Minotti hangs in the balance!With fate is on his side, Nolan seizes victory. But leaving in a gondola with Gianna and not collecting on his tantalizing prize pushes Nolan to his limits. Can he help her claim her freedom when all he really wants is to claim her for his own?
Rake Most Likely to Sin: Rake Most Likely To Seduce / Rake Most Likely To Sin (rakes On Tour) (Rakes on Tour #4)
by Bronwyn ScottAn Englishman’s jaunt through Europe is the perfect way to escape the past—and find passion as hot as the Mediterranean sun—in this sexy Regency romance.For hell-raiser Brennan Carr, his Grand Tour has been the perfect way to replace difficult family memories with outrageous adventures. But discovering his Greek hosts want him to marry, Brennan must prove he’s not ready to settle down—and fast! Is a fling with widow Patra Tspiras a delicious solution . . . ?Patra has learned the hard way never to trust anyone, but Brennan’s sinful seduction sweeps her off her feet! Could what started as a delectable affair soon transform into the happily-ever-after they’ve both been secretly craving?
Rake Most Likely to Thrill (Rakes on Tour #2)
by Bronwyn ScottA rakish thrill-seeker... Archer Crawford has come to Siena to compete in its notorious horse race-only daredevils need apply! But on his first night, he meets the beautiful Elisabeta di Nofri, a young noblewoman whose love of thrill-seeking is second only to Archer's. A woman longing for more... Elisabeta is determined to savor one last taste of freedom before an unwelcome marriage is forced upon her. But one night of wild desire isn't enough. And Archer and Elisabeta will have to risk everything if they're to win what they truly want...
Rake with a Frozen Heart
by Marguerite KayeWaking up in a stranger's bed, Henrietta Markham encounters the most darkly sensual man she has ever met. The last thing she remembers is being attacked by a housebreaker-yet being rescued by the notorious Earl of Pentland feels much more dangerous!Since the cataclysmic failure of his marriage, ice has flowed in Rafe St. Alban's veins. But meeting impetuous, all-too-distracting governess Henrietta heats his blood to the boiling point.When she's accused of theft, Rafe finds himself offering to clear her name. Can Henrietta's innocence bring this hardened rake to his knees?
Rake's Progress (A House for the Season #4)
by M.C. BeatonThe fourth book in M.C. Beaton's charming A House for the Season series. He's just not the marrying kind...Lord Guy Carlton, late of His Majesty's Regiment and weary from the war in France, has only wine, women and song in mind when he rents No. 67 Clarges Street for the season. He certainly has no desire for a serious attachment - and as for marriage: never! But Lord Guy Carlton didn't factor in the lovely but very proper Miss Esther Jones. Although one of the richest women in England she is also one of the most innocent, which could make her an unwilling victim of the philandering lord... and so, once again, it is up to the downstairs staff at Clarges Street to devise a campaign to reform the rake who is laying siege to her heart!'Romance fans are in for a treat' - Booklist'[M. C. Beaton] is the best of the Regency writers' - Kirkus Reviews
Rake's Progress (A House for the Season #4)
by Marion Chesney[From the inside book flap:] The newest master of Number 67 Clarges Street--that good address in London's fashionable Mayfair that has been the setting for the first three volumes in Marion Chesney's delectable series of Regency romances, A House for the Season--is a single gentleman, the handsome, rich, and notorious rake Lord Guy Carlton. After years of fighting in the wars against Napoleon, the dashing lord is determined to kick up his heels with wine, women, and song, undeterred by the appalled reaction of the town. Never before have the Clarges Street servants earned so much money or eaten so well, but their pleasure-loving master seems liable to die of dissipation. In desperation, the staff, led by the witty and resourceful butler, Rainbird, sets out to find a "good woman" who can calm the lord's boisterous spirit and save his black soul. Their search ends with the discovery of Miss Esther Jones of Berkeley Square, a prim and righteous woman who seems the perfect reformer. But complications lie ahead as the servants' ingenious scheme creates warmhearted chaos both above and below the stairs at 67 Clarges Street, and no one, not even Miss Jones herself, is prepared for the transformation that ultimately takes place. You'll find more novels by this popular author in the Bookshare collection including the Six volume series, The Six Sisters. Marion Chesney also writes under the name M. C. Beaton. Her hilarious cozy mysteries series featuring Agatha Raisin has also been prepared for Bookshare.
Rake's Progress: A Novel Of Regency England - Being The Fourth Volume Of A House For The Season (A House for the Season #4)
by M.C. BeatonThe fourth book in M.C. Beaton's charming A House for the Season series. He's just not the marrying kind...Lord Guy Carlton, late of His Majesty's Regiment and weary from the war in France, has only wine, women and song in mind when he rents No. 67 Clarges Street for the season. He certainly has no desire for a serious attachment - and as for marriage: never! But Lord Guy Carlton didn't factor in the lovely but very proper Miss Esther Jones. Although one of the richest women in England she is also one of the most innocent, which could make her an unwilling victim of the philandering lord... and so, once again, it is up to the downstairs staff at Clarges Street to devise a campaign to reform the rake who is laying siege to her heart!'Romance fans are in for a treat' - Booklist'[M. C. Beaton] is the best of the Regency writers' - Kirkus Reviews
Rake's Progress: A Novel Of Regency England - Being The Fourth Volume Of A House For The Season (The House for the Season Series #4)
by M. C. BeatonSet in a Regency London household, this &“witty, charming, touching&” novel is &“highly recommended&”(Library Journal). In London&’s Mayfair, the house at 67 Clarges Street is often rented out for the social season, and the latest master is a single gentleman, the handsome, rich, and notorious rake Lord Guy Carlton. After years of fighting in the wars against Napoleon, the dashing lord is determined to kick up his heels with wine, women, and song, undeterred by anyone&’s appalled reaction. Never before have the Clarges Street servants earned so much money or eaten so well—but their pleasure-loving master seems liable to die of dissipation. In desperation, the staff, led by the witty and resourceful butler, Rainbird, sets out to find a good woman who can calm the lord&’s boisterous spirit and save his black soul. Their search ends with the discovery of Miss Esther Jones of Berkeley Square, a prim and righteous woman who seems the perfect reformer. But complications lie ahead and chaos reigns both above and below the stairs, as no one, not even Miss Jones herself, is prepared for the transformation that ultimately takes place. . . . Originally published under the name Marion Chesney, this delightful tale of romance and scheming comes from a New York Times–bestselling author who &“adroitly manipulates the floating upstairs population that keeps the downstairs on its toes&” (Publishers Weekly).
Rake's Redemption (Wind Dragons Motorcycle Club #5)
by Chantal FernandoIn New York Times bestselling author Chantal Fernando's latest novel in the Wind Dragons Motorcycle Club series, Rake--baddest of the bad boys--gets his own romance at last!Rake is known for being up for anything, in and out of the bedroom. He's wild, he's deadly, yet quick with a joke or a stolen kiss. Known as the player of the WDMC, he loves women, the more the merrier. However, behind his womanizing façade, Rake hides the pain of losing his first love, Bailey. He hasn't loved anyone since, and doesn't think he ever will. Seven years after their split, Rake and Bailey run into each other at the MC's favorite club. Old wounds resurface, secrets are spilled...and passionate feelings are awakened. But they've each done things to hurt the other, hurt them too badly to get over it--haven't they? Only when Bailey's connection to Rake puts her in danger from another Club member does he realize that there's nothing he won't do to protect her--and claim her as his once again.
Rake's Reform
by Marie-Louise HallJonathan Lindsay was surprised when he was confronted by the ever-passionate Miss Janey Hilton. Her love for lost causes drew him to her, along with her astonishing beautfy and forceful ways. But the scoundrel in him made a big mistake by wagering that he could seduce the naive miss! The joke was soon on him when the unthinkable happened-the determined bachelor Jonathan fell in love! Baffled by his sudden emotion, he knew he had to call off the wager. But would it be too much, too late, when Janey discovered his horrendous deception?
Rake's Reward
by Joanna MaitlandREFORMING A RAKE...Desperate to support her widowed mother, Marina Beaumont had agreed to become a companion to a dowager countess and found herself in an impossible situation. She had never anticipated the position would force her to deal with Kit Stratton-a renowned rake who would stop at nothing to get the revenge he sought...even if it cost Marina all that she held most dear.For unable to restrain the dowager's gambling habit, Marina soon found herself paying the price for Kit's sweet revenge on the widow. And the only way this rake would agree to her request to forfeit the money he was owed was if Marina gave him the reward he most desired....
Rake's Wager
by Miranda JarrettThe Rake’s ReformCassia Penny runs a fashionable gaming house in Regency London. Her inspired style has always set the fashion...which is just the sort of talent Richard Blackley needs.Blackley is a self-made millionaire, determined to establish himself as a proper London gentleman. When Cassia loses a wager, he collects by demanding her services to refurbish his decrepit estate-but finds her beauty the most gracious adornment his home could have.Now, as she transforms the old house, she transforms Richard, as well. The unlikely pair are drawn together-until an old secret from Richard’s past reappears. Will it tear them apart...or unite them forever?
Rakes and Radishes
by Susanna IvesWhen Henrietta Watson learns that the man she loves plans to marry London's most beautiful and fashionable debutante, she plots to win him back. She'll give him some competition by transforming her boring bumpkin neighbor, the Earl of Kesseley, into a rakish gothic hero worthy of this Season's Diamond.After years of unrequited love for Henrietta, Kesseley is resigned to go along with her plan and woo himself a willing bride. But once in London, everything changes. Kesseley-long more concerned with his land than his title-discovers that he's interested in sowing wild oats as well as radishes. And Henrietta realizes that gothic heroes don't make ideal husbands. Despite an explosive kiss that opens her eyes to the love that's been in front of her all along, Henrietta must face the possibility that Kesseley is no longer looking to marry at all...91,000 words
Raleigh and the Rancher
by Laura AnthonyLonely Cowboy Seeking...Dan McClintock had traded his desk job in Dallas for a ramshackle ranch-and a whole lot of trouble. Could one pretty, sassy cowgirl really bail him out-and leave his heart intact?A Wild West Wife.Raleigh Travers knew everything about horses. Men? They were a tantalizing mystery, and her sexy new boss was no exception. But Raleigh couldn't let Daniel distract her. She had a job to do, a kid brother to reaise-and no intention of falling in love!
Raleigh's Folly
by EtienneCarlton Perry didn’t know what he was in for when he purchased his antebellum home. Eric Slade couldn’t imagine what would occur when he met Carlton.In a place where unimaginable horrors had occurred in the distant past, the two men discover one thing. They find an old love so strong that it refuses to die.
Rally 'Round Green (The Green Series, Book #4)
by Judy ChristieGreen survived a tornado, but now the town faces a new storm-one that threatens the schools! As Green continues to recover from a horrendous tornado, newlyweds Lois and Chris just want to return to a normal life in their home on Route Two. But even more threats to Green loom on the horizon. The state of Louisiana announces plans to close Green's schools, which will put Chris out of work and end a long-standing tradition of community pride. Lois and Chris know the loss will crush the community and harm students forced to travel more than an hour to classes. Then there's that new highway that's creeping even closer . . . But Green has another tradition: Rallying around each other. Newspaper owner Lois, Mayor Eva, and college students unite to fight the bureaucrats, with some surprising-and unexpected results.
Ralph's Party
by Lisa JewellRalph and Smith are flatmates and best mates - until, that is, the gorgeous Jemima moves in. Then suddenly, they're bickering about a lot more than who drank the last beer. Of course, Jem knows that one of them is the man for her - but is it Ralph or Smith? <p><p>Upstairs, Karl and Siobhan have been happily unmarried for 15 years - until, that is, Cheri moves into the flat above theirs. Cheri's got her eye on Karl and doesn't see why she should let a little thing like his girlfriend stand in her way.... <p><p>Sooner or later, it’s all got to come to a head—and what better place for tears and laughter, break-ups and make-ups than Ralph's party?
Ralphie's Wives
by Christine RimmerRalphie Styles had a way with women-lots of women.Country-singer-turned-bartender Phoebe Jacks ought to know-she'd been married to him...before he'd moved on to her best friend. And then her other best friend. But you just couldn't stay mad at Ralphie.Or could you? When he's killed in a suspicious hit-and-run, pregnant wife #4 is suddenly a widow-and a suspect. It's up to Ralphie's best friend from out of town, P.I. Rio Navarro, and Phoebe to see that the old charmer's killer is brought to justice. But Ralphie never mentioned his pal Rio was so attractive-or that he might just be the stand-up guy Ralphie never could be....