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Shadows of Ladenbrooke Manor: A Novel
by Melanie DobsonWhen Heather Toulson returns to her parents' cottage in the English countryside, she uncovers long-hidden secrets about her family history and stumbles onto the truth about a sixty-year-old murder.Libby, a free spirit who can't be tamed by her parents, finds solace with her neighbor Oliver, the son of Lord Croft of Ladenbrooke Manor. Libby finds herself pregnant and alone when her father kicks her out and Oliver mysteriously drowns in a nearby river. Though theories spread across the English countryside, no one is ever held responsible for Oliver's death. Sixty years later, Heather Toulson, returning to her family's cottage in the shadows of Ladenbrooke Manor, is filled with mixed emotions. She's mourning her father's passing but can't let go of the anger and resentment over their strained relationship. Adding to her confusion, Heather has an uneasy reunion with her first love, all while sorting through her family's belongings left behind in the cottage. What she uncovers will change everything she thought she knew about her family's history. Award-winning author Melanie Dobson seamlessly weaves the past and present together, fluidly unraveling the decades-old mystery and reveals how the characters are connected in shocking ways. Set in a charming world of thatched cottages, lush gardens, and lovely summer evenings, this romantic and historical mystery brings to light the secrets and heartaches that have divided a family for generations.
Shadows of Lancaster County
by Mindy Starns ClarkFollowing up on her extremely popular Gothic thriller, Whispers of the Bayou, Mindy Starns Clark offers another suspenseful stand-alone mystery full of Amish simplicity, dark shadows, and the light of God's amazing grace. Anna thought she left the tragedies of the past behind when she moved from Pennsylvania to California, but when her brother vanishes from the genetics lab where he works, Anna has no choice but to head back home. Using skills well-honed in Silicon Valley, she follows the high-tech trail her brother left behind, a trail that leads from the simple world of Amish farming to the cutting edge of DNA research and gene mapping. Anna knows she must depend on her instincts, her faith in God, and the help of the Amish community to find her brother. She also must finally face her own shadows-and pray that she's stronger than the grief that threatens to overwhelm them all.
Shadows of Myth (Ilduin #1)
by Rachel LeeNo memory, no future, and only a white rose to identify her. . . The Ilduin Bane are myth and legend: assassin mages whose blades drip poison and whose minds share a common purpose--one of death or control. All who have gone against them lost, unable to penetrate their powerful protections. So Archer Blackcloak gathers a small band to destroy the Bane. From Archer comes strength of purpose and an indomitable will. Ratha and Giri give the group a fighter's skill and temper. They are joined by Young Tom, whose unwavering loyalty is matched by an insatiable curiosity, and by Sara Deepwell, who has a surprising talent for magic. From their last member, Tess Birdsong, the only survivor of a brutal attack that left her with no memory, comes the power of one who has nothing left to lose. But the road to freedom is long and twisted, and before they are finished old sorrows may destroy them. Yet once started, they cannot turn back--no matter how high the price. . . .
Shadows of Prophecy (Ilduin #2)
by Rachel LeeWhat will happen when the assassins are defeated. . . 'For Tess Birdsong and her companions there will be no warm homecoming. The death of one evil exposed the beating, seething heart of another far more dangerous power. Together they must go to Anahar, to help free the Anari people from their enslavers, and purge the darkness in their own hearts. But that ancient city holds more than the key to Anari liberation. In its temple lie the secrets of the Ilduin, women of almost godlike power. Tess, who remembers nothing of her past, is terrified by the power of her Ilduin blood. But Tess's mind conceals more than fear. There is war, and pain, and death, and anguished grief. And somehow she must face it all again, guided only by the shocking secrets of a temple as old as time itself. . . .
Shadows of Truth
by Sharon MignereyOnly one thing could bring DEA agent Micah McLeod back to Carbondale, Colorado: Rachel Neesham being in danger. Months before, Rachel's antique shop had been a front for crime, and she'd been a suspect. Micah went undercover to seek the truth and found out Rachel was innocent--but not before casting a veil of suspicion that destroyed her reputation. Yet in the process, he'd fallen for her. Now, with her business ruined and her faith shattered, the real criminals were after her and her two children. Micah vowed to keep them safe at any cost. Would Rachel forgive and forget? Her life depended on it.
Shadows of Valor
by Elsie ParkSomething dark stirs within the peaceful walls of the prosperous town of Graywall, something only the mysterious vigilante known as The Shadow can overcome. Torn between a sense of justice and a desire for revenge, The Shadow is the nobleman Sir Calan, who must use his skills to assist the Lord of Graywall.When Sir Calan is sent to hunt down smugglers who have run rampant after the levying of a harsh tax by King Edward, he learns of a plot against the just ruler of the town, Lord Shaufton. To thwart this plot, Calan enters a pseudo courtship with Shaufton's daughter under the guise of Sir Calan, even as he wrestles with emotions stirred by the lovely Elsbeth, Lord Shaufton's niece. Elsbeth may be the only person who can heal Calan's troubled soul, but she has secrets of her own.Rife with deceit, greed, and betrayal, Shadow of Valor is a timeless tale of honor, love, and redemption.
Shadows of Yesterday
by Cathy Williams"I'm not looking for love."Those words shattered Claire. How could she have been so naive as to assume that she would be the one to break through James Forrester's cool, arrogant exterior? She should have known better, but instead had hoped that their wild, tempestuous affair would at least count for something....However, now she was well aware that James viewed her with cynicism, wanting yet despising her youthful innocence. So what chance did they have-particularly when James seemed determined not to lay to rest the ghost of his dead wife?Cathy Williams creates a "mix of volatile emotion and steamy sensual tension."-Romantic Times
Shadows of Yesterday
by Sandra BrownLEIGH ...She was terrifyingly alone on a Texas highway about to deliver her first child when a rugged stranger in a pickup truck stopped to help her. Leigh Bransom had lost her husband eight months before when he was tragically killed on the job. This fateful meeting on a lonesome highway brought a handsome, new man into her life ... yet he was a man with secrets and the power to break her heart again. CHAD ... He pursued a dangerous business, and his past was a mystery he kept hidden. He was determined to make Leigh care for him, but there were no guarantees that his love could protect her from her worst fears.
Shadows of Yesterday
by Sandra BrownLEIGH . . . She was terrifyingly alone on a Texas highway about to deliver her first child when a rugged stranger in a pickup truck stopped to help her. Leigh Bransom had lost her husband eight months before when he was tragically killed on the job. This fateful meeting on a lonesome highway brought a handsome, new man into her life...yet he was a man with secrets and the power to break her heart again. CHAD . . . He pursued a dangerous business, and his past was a mystery he kept hidden. He was determined to make Leigh care for him, but there were no guarantees that his love could protect her from her worst fears.
Shadows of an African Sun
by Philippa Grey-Gerou Emery SanborneOur intrepid trio is off on another adventure! Between an ancient artifact, an old enemy, and the presence of Peter and Graeme, Diana's relaxing trip to Zanzibar has just become very complicated! Shadows of an African Sun is the next installment in the intensely edgy, paranormal romance series, Rule of Three.It's been six months since the horrific events in Italy, which have strained the relationship between Diana Glendower and Graeme Shepherd. To escape, Diana travels to Zanzibar with her old college friend, Tana Suleyah, to obtain rare African artifacts for an exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. A relatively harmless museum acquisition soon becomes anything but when Diana runs into Peter Oberon. Peter is as charming and arousing as ever, but his presence in Zanzibar is no coincidence. Neither is the appearance of Michael Ruslan, an old foe of Oberon and Graeme's, upping the stakes on Diana's quest even further.In a surprising admission of weakness on Oberon's part, he insists that Diana summon Graeme to Zanzibar.. Reunited again, the three must not only navigate the complexities of their developing relationship, but survive the bloodthirsty pursuit of one man determined to lay his hands on the ultimate power.Content Notes: Menage, M/M
Shadows of the Lost (Guild of Night #1)
by Maxym M. MartineauOnce I was a Charmer, and the magical beasts of this world loved me. Now I'm something else. Something darker.A spicy, beautifully angsty enemies-to-lovers LGBTQIA+ fantasy romance.As a member of the Charmers Council, Gaige is able to form lasting bonds with the magical beasts of his world. At least, he used to be a Charmer...until he died and was brought back as one of the immortal assassins of Cruor. Now he's far more dangerous.…and something beyond the shadows lies in wait, hungry to claim him for its own.As leader of the assassins, all Kost can do is watch as Gaige struggles with his new life day by day. He wants nothing more than to ease Gaige's suffering—yet how can he when they both know he's the one responsible? There is nothing left but bitter memories and hopeless longing between them. Yet when Gaige is lost to the shadow realm, Kost is the only one with any chance of bringing him back: if they can learn to trust (and perhaps love) each other again.Intense, compelling, and impossible to put down, Shadows of the Lost is perfect for readers looking for:epic New Adult fantasy series with a bit of spicea unique premise, delicious angst, and a plot to die forhigh fantasy with paranormal and romance elements
Shadows of the Night
by Lydia JoyceFern and Colin Radcliffe were to have a conventional marriage. But after a shocking wedding night, Fern strikes out at her new husband in a fit of passionate independence-and awakens a craving in both husband and wife to cast off society's rules and mores. They spend their honeymoon alone at Colin's isolated estate- exploring a world of pain, pleasure, and power. But their exploration is interrupted by a devastating secret from Colin's past-a secret that threatens their future together, and their very lives. . .
Shadows of the Past
by Alysha AdamsAfter ending a five-year relationship, Callie Taylor resigns her job as special projects director at Harrah's Casino, New Orleans. Wanting a fresh start, she accepts a position at Tahoe Silver Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, and decides to drive there. When she breaks for lunch right before reaching Lake Tahoe, she draws a flirtatious smile from a handsome white guy who causes her heart to beat a little faster, despite the fact that she's sworn off romantic relationships for the foreseeable future. Just as well she didn't actually meet him, she thinks, as she resumes her drive. A few minutes later, catching sight of Lake Tahoe itself, she pulls off the road and gets out of the car to absorb the awe-inspiring beauty of the place which will be her new home. Startled by the wail of an animal, she overcomes her fear to find a gangly, hurt puppy. She loads the pup into her car and makes a veterinary clinic her first stop when she reaches Lake Tahoe.As fate would have it, Hank Crowe, the veterinarian, turns out to be the handsome white guy from the restaurant. And thus begins a relationship that leads to dog ownership and falling in love. The path is not smooth, however, as the past resurfaces to threaten the present . The ex of each arrives on the scene and a man thought dead nearly ends succeeds in murdering Callie and Hank.
Shadows of the Past (A Time Travel Romance): A Saint's Grove Novel
by Carly Fall Editing Diva's at Work Qamber DesignsAttacked by a demon. Rescued by an Angel of Death. A reincarnated princess with no clue of her past. When an astrological event causes the universal seals to break, the sleepy town of Saint's Grove, Virginia, is overrun with paranormal entities. In the mayhem, bakery owner, Arabella "Bella" Franklin is attacked by a demon, and Jayden, an Angel of Death, comes to her rescue. Unlike Bella, who cannot recall her past life, Jayden has never forgotten the passion they shared centuries earlier. Their reunion will give him an opportunity to rekindle their bond, as well as regain his life as a human. But first, he must convince Bella of her former life and the love they once felt for one another. With only seven days until the universal seals repair, memories of Bella's past life begin to surface, as does the knowledge that if she can't kill the demon before the time is up, she-and possibly Jayden-may be forced to spend eternity in Hell. If you like Diana Gabaldon, you will enjoy this book! One-click Shadows of Time today to join Bella and Jayden on their adventure!
Shadows of the Past: The Face In The Window The Edge Of Memory Shadows Of The Past
by Debra WebbExperience USA TODAY bestselling author Debra Webb’s thrilling Shadows of the Past, originally published in 2004 as part of Mysteries of Lost Angel Inn.Every twenty years—according to legend—someone will die violently at the Lost Angel Inn. Two decades have passed since the last death, and Olivia Hamilton has come to the inn. Will she be the next victim?For Olivia, turning the Victorian mansion on the rugged cliffs of the Maine coast into a B and B is a dream come true—a fresh start well away from the shadows of her past. She never expected to find love again. But will the curse turn her dream into a nightmare?
Shadows on a Maine Christmas: An Antique Print Mystery
by Lea WaitAntique print dealer Maggie Summer has come to Maine for a storybook Christmas with her beloved Will Brewer and his Great-Aunt Nettie, who has gathered together her longtime friends for holiday celebrations. Maggie and Will love each other, although Maggie is determined to adopt children and Will has misgivings. But this problem is put on hold when Maggie hears cryptic references by Aunt Nettie's old friends to buried secrets from their youth. One elderly woman suffers from dementia, remembering those past events better than the gifts she just opened. Will she blurt out information about an old crime so dangerous that someone would commit murder to prevent its being revealed? Blackmail and murder are only the beginning. It may be a Merry Christmas--but who will still be around to see in a Happy New Year?
Shadows on the Aegean
by Suzanne FrankChloe Kingsley expected to wake up in 1997; instead, fate and a rip in the fabric of time-space are sending Chloe to a mysterious ancient culture, another woman's body, and an enormous test of her love for Cheftu the physician. In Aztlan, an advanced civilization set on a volcanic isle in the Aegean, Chloe becomes Sibylla, a prophetess about to enter the political arena and ceremonial bull rings of a dazzling, decadent kingdom. Soon enmeshed in a royal power struggle and a contest to become the consort of Phoebus Apollo, a charismatic young prince, Chloe is threatened by palace schemes and deadly passions. Though her outward appearance is changed, undeniable love draws Chloe and Cheftu together again. Visions of a terrifying catastrophe inspire Chloe and Cheftu to desperately try to save Aztlan from utter destruction. But already the rumblings of doom are shaking a glorious culture that created labyrinths and a new panoply of gods, as two lovers, sworn to be together for eternity, are torn apart by cruel rituals, twisted ambition ... and heinous murder.--BOOK JACKET. Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Shadows on the Border
by A. L. LesterSequel to Lost in TimeNewspaper reporter Lew Tyler and his lover, Detective Alec Carter, are working out the parameters of their new relationship. Meanwhile, time traveler Lew is trying to decide whether he wants to stay in the 1920s or find a way to get back to 2016, and Alec doesn’t know if he can bear the vulnerability of being in love with someone who uses such dangerous magic.Fenn is a Hunter from the Outlands, come through the Border to search for the murderous Creature and its offspring at the behest of the Ternants, who maintain the balance between Fenn’s world and ours. Fenn strikes a bond with Sergeant Will Grant, Alec’s second in command, who is keen to learn more about his own magical abilities. As time goes on, Will grows keen to learn more about Fenn, as well.Fenn has their own painful secret, and when they appear to have betrayed the team and goes missing in London, Will is devastated. He has to choose between following his heart or following his duty.Moving through the contrasting rich and poor areas of post-First World War London from West End hotels to the London docklands, the men need to work together to capture the Creature ... and choose who – and what -- is important enough to hold on to and what they may need to give up to make that happen.
Shadows on the Lake
by Leona KarrWHAT LIES BENEATH...A lonely houseboat on an isolated dock was not what Courtney Collins expected when she and her infant son arrived at Hidden Cove for the summer. But their cold, mysterious host was Courtney's reclusive aunt and the only family they had left.As the days passed, the hostile atmosphere was broken only by their landlord Neil Ellsworth's charming attention to Courtney.The sexy-but-forever-single businessman offered a strong shoulder for Courtney's uncertain fears and for once Courtney could foresee a happy future. But her dream was shattered the moment her baby was kidnapped. With few clues and a nearly spotless crime scene, could Neil hold the key to unlocking the truth?
Shadows on the River
by Linda HallA single mother is determined to get justice for a murder she witnessed years ago in this inspiring romantic suspense novel.When Ally Roarke was fourteen, she stood on a riverbank and witnessed her best friend get murdered. Though she identified the killer—a popular teenager from a prominent family—the crime went unpunished. Unless you count what happened Ally and her family. After they were forced out of town by the boy’s parents, the murder was forgotten . . . by everyone but her.Now, the killer is a respected businessman, and Ally is determined to see him pay. But as a single mother with a child to protect, what can she do? The new man in her life, Mark Bishop, warns her to be careful. For there’s already been another murder. Close to home.
Shadows on the Shore
by Jessica StirlingJessica Stirling is as accomplished at setting a scene as anyone writing today. From the opening chapter of this beautifully crafted sequel to Lantern for the Dark, Stirling seizes our attention while enveloping us in the sights, smells, and sounds of eighteenth-century Scotland. Shadows on the Shore is a novel of stunning detail, a rare work of historical fiction that succeeds in creating a genuine dramatic tension between the social and political upheaval of the eighteenth-century and the personal, psychological, and sexual plottings of its complex and devious characters. Thirteen years have passed since Frederick Striker abandoned Clare Kelso, leaving her to face, alone, the trial for their son's murder. Now a much stronger Clare must contend once again with that scheming rake, while attempting to fit together the puzzle of Frederick's relationship with the two other strangers who put ashore on the rocky coast of Ladybrook that stormy night--an Irish lass of striking beauty and an eccentric French scientist who has apparently allied himself with Striker. Shadows on the Shore is a masterful and thoroughly absorbing novel of near Dickensian scope. You will find a wealth of additional trilogies and stand alone novels by Jessica Stirling who describes the life of the rich and poor in the countrysides and cities of Scotland, Ireland, England and France in informative, stunning detail. Among her characters are the indolent and driven, innocent and world-weary, young and old, selfless and selfish, and all described lavishly. Look for: The Isle of Mull Trilogy including The Island Wife, The Wind From The Hills, and The Strawberry Season. The Stalker Trilogy including: The Spoiled Earth, The Hiring Fair and The Dark Pasture. The Beckman Saga including: The Deep Well at Noon, The Blue Evening Gone The Gates of Midnight. Others are: Treasures on Earth, Creature Comforts, Hearts of Gold, The Good Provider, The Asking Price, The Wise Child, The Welcome Light, A Lantern for the Dark, The Penny Wedding, The Marrying Kind, The Workhouse Girl, and The Drums of Time
Shadows on the Soul (Book 3 of the Guardians of the Night)
by Jenna BlackGabriel is a 500-year-old vampire with the soul of a Killer. He has defeated his mother in a battle for Baltimore, now he has to face his father in Philadelphia for an old, old betrayal.
Shadows on the Soul (Guardians of the Night Series)
by Jenna BlackThe baddest of the bad boys…Gabriel is a five hundred year old vampire with the soul of a Killer. He has defeated his mother in a battle for the territory of Baltimore, and vowed to take vengeance upon his father, the Master of Philadelphia, for a centuries-old betrayal.Jezebel, Gabriel's new fledgling, is a soul as scarred as his own, yet Gabriel finds that the ice around his heart slowly melts when she is near. But one of Gabriel's ancient enemies has targeted her--and if Gabriel wants to save her, he will have to abandon his plans for revenge and join forces with his father.The question is not whether or not Gabriel can redeem himself from his past, but whether he can ever forgive himself…At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Shadows on the Wind
by Rita GallagherThey sailed the treacherous seas from New England's troubled waters to the wilder shores of danger and desire...From the Trade Paperback edition.
Shadows: A Lux Novella (Lux #0.5)
by Jennifer ArmentroutThe last thing Dawson Black expected was Bethany Williams. As a Luxen, an alien life-form on Earth, human girls are... well, fun. But since the Luxen have to keep their true identities a secret, falling for one would be insane, Dangerous, Tempting, Undeniable. Bethany can't deny the immediate connection between her and Dawson. And even though boys aren't a complication she wants, she can't stay away from him. Still, whenever they lock eyes, she's drawn in, Captivated, Lured, Loved. Dawson is keeping a secret that will change her existence…and put her life in jeopardy. But even he can't stop risking everything for one human girl. Or from a fate that is as unavoidable as love itself.