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Secrets of Neverwood: An Anthology (Secrets of Neverwood #1)
by Diana Copland Libby Drew G. B. LindseyThree foster brothers are called home to Neverwood, the stately Pacific Northwest mansion of their youth. They have nothing in common but a promise to Audrey, the woman they all called mother-that upon her death, they would restore the house and preserve it as a home for troubled boys.But going home is never easy.Cal struggles to recover from past heartbreak, while Danny fears his mistakes are too big to overcome. Devon believes he may never break down the barriers that separate him from honest emotion.On the path to brotherhood, they discover the old mansion holds more than dusty furniture and secret passageways. Audrey's spirit still walks its halls, intent on guiding "her boys" toward true love, and an old mystery stirs up a new danger-one that could cost the men far more than just the house.Secrets of Neverwood includes:One Door Closes by G.B. LindseyThe Growing Season by Diana CoplandThe Lost Year by Libby Drew166,000 wordsStories also available for purchase separately.
Secrets of Paris: A Novel
by Luanne RiceOut of print for more than 20 years, "Secrets of Paris" is the "New York Times"-bestselling author at her most incandescent--in an irresistible setting that's tailor-made for her special magic.
Secrets of Paternity (Behind Closed Doors #5)
by Susan CrosbyAlmost 20 years ago, James Paladin had agreed to be a sperm donor to his best friend's wife, but now his friend was dead.
Secrets of Relationship Success
by Vanessa Lloyd PlattDivorce figures are at an all time high. In this provocative book Vanessa Lloyd Platt ponders who is to blame for this. Is it women who fail to balance work and home, turning it into a battle-ground, or men, who fail to help at home or communicate effectively? With quotes and anecdotes from both men and women Secrets of Relationship Success suggests how to reverse the bad habits which can destroy relationships, and provides tips and strategies for coping with adultery, stress, men's childishness and violence. By spotlighting these repeated behaviour patterns, Vanessa Lloyd Platt believes that relationships can be saved and set on the right path to lasting happiness.
Secrets of Rose Briar Hall
by Kelsey JamesIn this Gilded Age gothic homage to &“Gaslight&” starring Ingrid Bergman, a wealthy young newlywed in early 20th century New York is isolated within her opulent, yet ominously empty mansion by the charismatic and controlling new husband plotting to undermine her sanity…&“A gothic mystery as full of twists and turns as a Victorian staircase. I couldn&’t put it down!&” —Lisa Jackson, # 1 New York Times bestselling author 1908, Long Island: For Millie Turner, the young and beautiful wife of a powerful New York stockbroker, Rose Briar Hall—a gleaming edifice of white marble on the North Shore—is more than a home. Every lavish detail speaks of Charles Turner&’s status and wealth, and its stylish interior is testament to Millie&’s sophistication. All that&’s left is to prove her worthiness to be his bride. What better way than to throw a grand party for New York&’s social elite? After painstaking planning, the night of the event arrives and all is perfection—until Millie wakes to a cold, eerily quiet house, and a gray cloud where her memory should be. Can it be true that she has been in and out of consciousness for weeks, ever since the party took a terrifying turn? Millie recalls nothing. But her friends have shunned her, and it soon becomes clear that if she can&’t find out what really happened that night, much more than her reputation will be at risk . . . As the house that promised so much happiness begins to feel more like a prison, Millie wonders whether a woman alone, even a wealthy one, can ever be entirely safe. And if she succeeds in finding the truth, will it bring relief, or shake her marriage, and her life, to the core?
Secrets of Seduction
by Nicole JordanStunning sensuality and breathtaking romance mark this dazzling new Legendary Lovers tale from New York Times bestselling author Nicole Jordan, where an extraordinary beauty teaches a handsome, reclusive "beast" to love again. The most charming Wilde cousin, Lady Skye has secretly loved the enigmatic Earl of Hawkhurst since girlhood, long before the tragedy that left him scarred both physically and emotionally. When Skye learns that the celebrated hero has returned to England from his self-imposed exile to make a cold marriage of convenience, she brazenly plants herself on his castle doorstep, determined to convince Hawk that she alone is his true mate and destiny.An elite member of the Guardians of the Sword, Hawk has vowed never again to risk the pain of loving--but that's before he deals with the most enchanting, annoyingly persistent seductress he's ever encountered. One night of blazing passion leaves him impossibly torn. Will Hawk choose duty over love, or will he open his heart and let Skye's healing light penetrate his darkness?Praise for Nicole Jordan"Sexy characters, powerful love stories and fast-paced action are [Nicole] Jordan's forte."--RT Book Reviews, on Princess Charming"[An] engagingly, well-plotted Regency that is worthy of the Bard."--Library Journal, on Lover Be Mine "Nicole Jordan's new fairy tale series will steal your heart."--Cathy Maxwell
Secrets of Shooting Star Lake (Black Rock Guardians #1)
by Susanna StromFighting primal instinct is not for the faint of heart… Adam All I needed from the wickedly smart pastry chef was the land that would give my pack an advantage in the upcoming war. I never expected to need her. But Marit Hagen is my fated mate. Every fiber of my being is telling me to claim her. It doesn’t matter that it’s forbidden. It doesn’t matter that choosing her could cost me everything. Even my life. All I know is what I feel in my soul. She’s mine. Marit I thought the isolated cabin would be a perfect place to recover from my latest romantic disaster. I was wrong. Turns out the woods are full of supernatural creatures who want something from me. And one of them wants all of me. Sexy werewolf Adam Landry says I’m his soul mate. Puhleeze. I’m willing to accept the existence of shifters and a potential paranormal war. But I’ll never believe in eternal love. No matter how much he makes me wish I could… Secrets of Shooting Star Lake, book 1 in the Black Rock Guardians series, is a lightly angsty PNR with plenty of spicy and tense moments, and just the right amount of action/adventure. Pre-order today and see if you can handle the lake’s secrets.
Secrets of Silverpeak Mine (Eagle Mountain: Critical Response #4)
by Cindi MyersHe can&’t keep his secrets If he wants to save her Search and rescue rookie Caleb Garrison has just retrieved a skeleton from a mine shaft. Forensic reconstructionist Danielle Priest wants to give this Jane Doe a face. Even though he&’s intensely attracted to Danielle, Caleb knows that his past makes a new relationship impossible—especially with a woman expecting a baby. But when their investigation puts Danielle in danger, he&’ll stop at nothing to protect her and her child.From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the Eagle Mountain: Critical Response series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Deception at Dixon PassBook 2: Pursuit at Panther PointBook 3: Killer on Kestrel TrailBook 4: Secrets of Silverpeak Mine
Secrets of Sloane House (The Chicago World’s Fair Mystery Series #1)
by Shelley GrayAgainst the backdrop of the 1893 World&’s Fair, a new kind of crime comes to Gilded Age Chicago . . . and a lonely young woman is always at risk.Back on the farm in Wisconsin, Rosalind&’s plan had seemed logical: Move to Chicago. Get hired on at Sloane House, one of the most gilded mansions of Chicago. Discover what transpired while her sister worked as a maid there—and follow the clues to why she disappeared.Now, as a live-in housemaid to the Sloanes, Rosalind realizes her plan had been woefully simple-minded.She was ignorant of the hard, hidden life of a servant in a big, prominent house; of the divide between the Sloane family and the people who served them; and most of all, she had never imagined so many people could live in such proximity and keep such dark secrets.Yet, while Sloane House is daunting, the streets of Chicago are downright dangerous. But when Rosalind accepts the friendship of Reid Armstrong, the handsome young heir to a Chicago silver fortune, she becomes an accidental rival to Veronica Sloane.As Rosalind continues to disguise her kinship to the missing maid—and struggles to appease her jealous mistress—she probes the dark secrets of Sloane House and comes ever closer to uncovering her sister&’s mysterious fate. A fate that everyone in the house seems to know . . . but which no one dares to name.&“Gray writes with honesty, tenderness, and depth. Her characters are admirable, richly layered, and impossible to forget long after the story is done.&” —Jillian HartPart of the Chicago World&’s Fair Mystery series:Book one: Secrets of Sloane HouseBook two: Deception on Sable HillBook three: Whispers in the Reading RoomBook length: approximately 95,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
Secrets of Sloane House: Secrets of Sloane House, Deception on Sable Hill, and Whispers in the Reading Room (The Chicago World’s Fair Mystery Series)
by Shelley GrayAgainst the backdrop of the 1893 World’s Fair, a young woman finds employment with an illustrious Chicago family—a family who may guard the secret of her sister’s disappearance. Sloane House is among the most gilded mansions of Gilded Age Chicago. Rosalind Perry, the new housemaid, pours the morning coffee before the hard gaze of her mistress. “It’s simple, Rosalind,” she says. “I am Veronica Sloane, heiress to one of the country’s greatest fortunes. You are simply one in a long line of unsuitable maids.” Back on the farm in Wisconsin, Rosalind’s plan had seemed logical: Move to Chicago. Get hired on at Sloane House. Discover what transpired while her sister worked as a maid there—and follow the clues to why she disappeared. Now, as a live-in housemaid to the Sloanes, Rosalind realizes her plan had been woefully simple-minded. She was ignorant of the hard, hidden life of a servant in a big, prominent house; of the divide between the Sloane family and the people who served them; and most of all, she had never imagined so many people could live in such proximity and keep such dark secrets. Yet, while Sloane House is daunting, the streets of Chicago are downright dangerous. The World’s Fair has brought a new kind of crime to the city . . . and a lonely young woman is always at risk. But when Rosalind accepts the friendship of Reid Armstrong, the handsome young heir to a Chicago silver fortune, she becomes an accidental rival to Veronica Sloane. As Rosalind continues to disguise her kinship to the missing maid—and struggles to appease her jealous mistress—she probes the dark secrets of Sloane House and comes ever closer to uncovering her sister’s mysterious fate. A fate that everyone in the house seems to know . . . but which no one dares to name.
Secrets of Summer (The Off Season)
by Lee Tobin McClainIt&’ll be a summer of discovery on the Chesapeake Bay… Meg Harris loves living in picturesque Pleasant Shores, though the summer rental next door sometimes means noisy neighbors. She&’s shocked to discover that the newest occupant is Finn O&’Conner, her late husband&’s business lawyer and her onetime love. Turns out Finn secretly writes bestselling thrillers under an alias. Their spark quickly flares again, but Meg has seen her dreams derailed by a man before. Though Meg&’s warmth inspires him to be honest, there&’s one painful truth about Meg's husband that Finn can&’t reveal. He doesn&’t want to get involved while keeping this secret—or shatter her illusions about the past. But what he and Meg are building could be much more than just a summer romance, if they&’re willing to trust in this brand-new chapter…
Secrets of Surrender
by Madeline HunterFirst he’ll learn her most intimate secrets. Then he’ll arouse her deepest passions. He’s the lover she’s been waiting for: the man who can rescue her from her wicked past–for a price–in Madeline Hunter’s tale of sin, seduction, and irresistible, impossible love. He catches her eye across the dining room–a handsome stranger who stands out among the lewd noblemen and bawdy painted women. But their worlds are about to collide in a way Roselyn Longworth could never have imagined. For before the night is out, she will be auctioned off to the highest bidder…and Kyle Bradwell will lead her from one kind of hell to another. Yet from the moment he wins her, Kyle treats Rose with a gentleness she hasn’t known since a family scandal destroyed her reputation. And when she finally learns what is really driving Kyle, it’s too late. For Rose has fallen for the man who knows her most intimate secrets. Now he has stunned her with a proposal of marriage–the first step in a seduction that will demand nothing less than her complete surrender. …
Secrets of Their Past: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Wander Canyon #5)
by Allie PleiterFacing the past could change his future. Veterinarian Neal Rodgers is in Wander Canyon seeking the truth about his past—not to rescue a litter of kittens under his next-door neighbor&’s porch. But persistent single-mom Tessa Kennedy is impossible to ignore—especially when she uncovers a family secret of her own. Discovering the hidden facts of their histories could be the key to unlocking everything in this small town.From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Wander Canyon Book 1: Their Wander Canyon WishBook 2: Winning Back Her HeartBook 3: His Christmas WishBook 4: A Mother's StrengthBook 5: Secrets of their Past
Secrets of You (Sunshine and Happiness #4)
by Skylar M. CatesSunshine and Happiness: Book FourIt’s never easy to find redemption. Carrying scars and regrets, River Darcourt avoids too much intimate contact. Among his friends, he is known as a quiet loner. Forget about love. It’s not something he will consider… until sweet, young, and tempting Morgan Hayes becomes his housemate. River closed his heart long ago, but the attraction is impossible to deny. Morgan Hayes needs a change. He is moving out of his critical father’s home and in with his friends, including his secret/not-so-secret crush, River. Having feelings for River is a terrible idea. But what is a guy to do when the annoyingly sexy mechanic is just across the hall? While Morgan has overcome ugliness and is ready for love, he’s just not sure River ever will be. They have both experienced pain in their lives. So Morgan dares River to take a chance, and love will either break their fractured hearts in more pieces or, just possibly, make them whole again.
Secrets of a Bad Reputation: A bad boy romance (Dynasties: DNA Dilemma #1)
by Joss WoodIs this bad-boy superstar as bad as he seems? Find out when he meets his unlikely match in the first book of Joss Wood&’s Dynasties: DNA Dilemma series.He uses his bad-boy persona as a shielduntil she gets past his defenses… After years in seclusion, music megastar Griff O&’Hare is about to reboot his career. Performing at Ryder International&’s elite charity ball will rehabilitate his tattered reputation. But Kinga Ryder-White, who&’s managing the ball, is wary of risking its success on a charismatic, but unreliable, hell-raiser. She&’s the most uptight woman he&’s ever met—and the only one who makes him lose control. After a searing night of passion, will Griff risk revealing the secrets of his bad reputation?From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry. Love triumphs in this uplifting romance, part of the Dynasties: DNA Dilemma series: Book 1: Secrets of a Bad ReputationBook 2: Wrong Brother, Right KissBook 3: Lost and Found HeirBook 4: The Secret Heir Returns
Secrets of a Billionaire's Mistress: Secrets Of A Billionaire's Mistress The Innocent's Secret Baby Pursued By The Desert Prince The Sicilian's Defiant Virgin (One Night With Consequences #29)
by Sharon KendrickA passionate night with an Italian billionaire transforms the life of an English waitress in this romance by a USA Today–bestselling author.Waitress . . . Neither tall, willowy nor sophisticated, waitress Darcy Denton knew she wasn’t Renzo Sabatini’s usual type. But enthralled by the powerful magnate, unworldly Darcy became addicted to their passionate nights together.Mistress . . . Ensconced in Renzo’s secluded Tuscan villa, Darcy glimpses Renzo’s troubled past and desolate soul. She should end it before she gets in too deep, but then she discovers she’s pregnant!Wife?Harboring her own childhood secrets, Darcy dare not tell Renzo, but as the mother of his child it’s only a matter of time—nine months, to be exact—before he claims what’s his . . .
Secrets of a Bollywood Marriage
by Susanna CarrAfter the glitter settles... Tina Sharma and Dev Arjun''s whirlwind romance made them Bollywood royalty, but beneath the glitz and glamour there''s trouble-Tina is about to demand a divorce! But Dev won''t give in without a fight, so he proposes a deal: play the dutiful wife for two months, then he''ll let her go. Tina is furious! He clearly regrets their shotgun wedding, so why stay together a day longer? But it isn''t the days she should be worried about.... As Dev turns up the heat, Tina may just find herself wishing for a lifetime of pleasure with her devilishly delicious husband!
Secrets of a Career Girl
by Carol MarinelliHer pregnancy dream... With the same work ethic that made her a doctor, Penny is determined to start a family. She's come to terms with having IVF alone, but the biggest obstacle is keeping it a secret from her persistent boss, Ethan Lewis. Penny thought it was her hormones making her hyper aware of Ethan's dark eyes and sexy smile, but as she confides in him, she realizes it's their sizzling chemistry!
Secrets of a Fake Fiancée (The Stewart Heirs #4)
by Yahrah St. JohnTheir make-believe romancefeels way too real!His proposal is a deal she can’t refuse…Cruelly rejected by the Stewarts after revealing herself to her birth family, Morgan Young turns to Jared Robinson for comfort. The reformed bad boy proposes they pretend to be a couple to show his own family he’s settling down. And before long, they aren’t pretending! Yet just as Morgan begins to feel accepted, secrets and all, a vicious rumor about Jared’s past threatens them both…
Secrets of a First Daughter
by Cassidy CallowayMorgan is a National Disaster. Morgan Abbott couldn't be happier. Super-cute Max has quit her Secret Service detail to be her (secret) boyfriend, and the annoying Brittany Whittaker has been ousted from class president, leaving the post open for Morgan! Life is pretty sweet. Now Morgan just has to tackle college applications-but she has so much else to juggle that looking that far ahead seems impossible! Good thing she's graceful under pressure . . . well, sometimes. A trip to London should be just the thing to take her mind off all the craziness, but true to form, chaos follows Morgan wherever she goes-and the trip turns into an international disaster. Can she make it right? Or will she cause a royal mess?
Secrets of a Good Girl
by Jen SafreySAUNDERS SOUND-OFFWHERE ARE THEY NOW?SAUNDERS UNIVERSITY KEEPS TRACK OF ITS NOTABLE ALUMNICassidy MaxwellAt Saunders, Cassidy had it all: brains, beauty and the attention of every man on campus-including the secret crush who was also a professor! Now she's living the glamorous life in jolly old England as the U.S. Ambassador's right-hand woman. We just wonder where she disappeared to at the end of senior year...Eric BarnesWhen brilliant Eric Barnes left Saunders, he didn't let a lost love get in the way of a successful career. But he's never been able to fully shed the memory of the only woman who'd captured his heart. Maybe it's time to travel across the world to rediscover her....
Secrets of a Happy Marriage
by Cathy KellyBess is happy and in love with her new husband Edward, a recent widow. However, when she plans a big celebration for Edward's birthday, this May-December romance goes into a tailspin. She quickly realizes that joining a family isn't going to be as easy as she thought. Especially when it comes to getting along with her step-daughter, Jojo who can't seem to come to terms with her fathers new marriage, all the while battling inner-demons of her own. Jojo relies on her cousin Cari a fierce career-woman who isn't unnerved by anything except for facing the man who left her at the alter--the man who Bess invited to the party.Thanks to laughter, tears and a big surprise, the Brannigans might just discover the secrets of a happy marriage. . . But will they find out before it's too late?
Secrets of a Highland Warrior: The Lochmore Legacy (The Lochmore Legacy #4)
by Nicole LockeIn the name of peace, he will share his bed with the enemy . . . Rory Lochmore had expected to wage battle, to claim land and finally secure his standing within his clan . . . Instead he won a wife. A McCrieff wife. Their convenient marriage could unite the two long-feuding clans forever. But can a political alliance give way to a passion strong enough to stand the secrets of the past?This riveting romance is part of The Lochmore Legacy—a saga following two feuding clans and one Scottish castle through four eras of history.Praise for Nicole Locke’s novels“Emotional, romantic.” —Romancing the Book“Beautifully written . . . well done.” —RT Book Reviews“Fabulous.” —Chicks, Rogues, and Scandals
Secrets of a Lady: A Novel (The Malcolm & Suzanne Mysteries #1)
by Tracy GrantA husband and wife must navigate society scandals and international espionage in this thrilling Regency romance.In the glittering world of Regency London, where gossip is exchanged—and reputations ruined—with the tilt of a fan, Mélanie Fraser is the perfect wife. Devoted to her husband, Charles, the grandson of a duke, she is acknowledged as society’s most charming hostess. But just as the elegant façade of Regency London hides a dark side, Mélanie is not what she seems. As a former spy during the Napoleonic Wars, she has a secret that could destroy her perfect jewel-box life forever . . . To keep her secret hidden, she must find an exquisite heirloom ring surrounded by legend and power. The search will pull Mélanie and Charles into a gritty underworld of gin-soaked brothels, elegant gaming hells, and debtors’ prisons. In this maze of intrigue, deception is second nature and betrayal can come far too easily . . .
Secrets of a Midnight Moon (The Moon Trilogy #1)
by Jane BonanderFor a young teacher in nineteenth century California, every road away from her past leads into the arms of a dangerous man—until she meets the right one. California, 1858. After being abandoned by her lover and shunned by her family, Anna Jenson decides to make a new start in the rugged wilderness of the California mountains. But before she can reach her destination and begin her new life as a humble schoolteacher, she’s captured by a brooding warrior known only as “Bear.” Her kidnapping wasn’t entirely random, though. Bear is actually Nicholas Gaspard, the half-Indian son of the rich rancher who hired Anna. He abducted her for what he believes to be a greater cause. Nicholas is a local hero, rescuing abandoned and abused local children, and he wants Anna to educate them. Furious at being tricked, Anna initially resists. But sparks fly between the reluctant teacher and the complex man, revealing a reckless desire that cannot be tamed. “Jane Bonander reaches to her readers’ hearts.” —RT Book Reviews