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Parlour Games

by Mavis Cheek

A London woman’s perfect life starts to fall to pieces as her fortieth birthday looms in this “delicious, wickedly funny” novel (Library Journal). Celia has an elegant house, a lovely family, and no major worries aside from private schooling and the misplaced zeal of neighborhood-watch vigilantes. But just as she turns forty, the house of cards starts to collapse around her—as her sister and her friends suddenly turn edgy and fickle; a long-time admirer turns into a crude jester; and Celia spies her husband embracing an utterly ghastly woman . . . “Should be welcomed warmly by readers who devour fiction by satiric writers of the Fay Weldon and Patrick Gale variety. Cheek writes with a particularly brittle and dead-on wit that skewers her subjects, English yuppies who have contrived comfortable lives in the just-right suburb of Bedford Park . . . Cheek’s command of absurd situations and her razor-sharp dialogue is dazzling—this is the stuff of which the finest English screwball comedy films used to be made. Even the minor players, from the nosy, haughty cleaning lady to assorted friends and lovers, are richly drawn and perfectly cast.” —Publishers Weekly “A very funny book—one of those rare books that make you laugh out loud. Imagine the wicked social observation of Jilly Cooper mixed with the needle wit of Fay Weldon and you’ll get the picture.” —New Woman

Parnassus on Wheels

by Christopher Morley

In PARNASSUS ON WHEELS (prequel to THE HAUNTED BOOKSHOP), rapidly-approaching-middle-age Helen McGill lives a drab life caring for her older brother, Andrew, a former businessman turned farmer, turned author. When bookseller Roger Mifflin shows up at the farm, Helen buys his unusual traveling bookstore and embarks on an adventure of her own.

Parnassus On Wheels

by Christopher Morley

Parnassus on Wheels is Morley's first novel, about a fictional traveling book-selling business. The original owner of the business, Roger Mifflin, sells it to 39-year-old Helen McGill, who is tired of taking care of her older brother, Andrew. Andrew is a former businessman turned farmer, turned author. As an author, he begins using the farm as his Muse rather than a livelihood. When Mifflin shows up with his traveling bookstore, Helen buys it--partly to prevent Andrew from buying it--and partly to treat herself to a long-overdue adventure of her own. The first of two novels to be written from a woman's perspective, as well as the prequel to a later novel (The Haunted Bookshop), Parnassus on Wheels was inspired by David Grayson's novel, The Friendly Road, and starts with an open letter to Grayson, taking him to task for not concerning himself (except in passing) with his sister's opinion of and reaction to his adventure.

Parole

by Lorena Franco Sara Minervini

Una breve storia di quelli che se ne vanno. Un gioco di parole che si trasforma in una dipendenza e che ha già conquistato tutti quelli che l’hanno letto. PAROLE non è una storia d’amore. È una storia di disamore. Quando Emma crede di aver raggiunto il culmine della felicità, ed è sul punto di sposare Diego, l’amore della sua vita, l’uomo l’abbandona per andarsene con un’altra. Fa le valigie e se ne va, come se i sentimenti di Emma non valessero niente.Alcuni mesi dopo, ancora distrutta e senza riuscire a trovare scampo alla tristezza che l’attanaglia, la donna decide di rivolgersi a Silvia, una psicologa molto affermata nella città di Barcellona e nota per i suoi metodi non convenzionali. La nostra protagonista ha bisogno di tornare a vivere e, soprattutto, ritrovare la fiducia in sé stessa. Silvia le propone un gioco di nove parole. Ogni parola racconterà un po’ della storia tra Emma e Diego. Ogni parola farà sì che Emma apra gli occhi e comprenda che la sua relazione non era la favola a cui aveva sempre creduto e Diego non era l’uomo perfetto. Ognuna di queste nove parole le fornirà una chiave affinché Emma possa scoprire ciò che mai avrebbe sospettato.Un racconto breve che leggerete molte volte. Intimo e speciale, narra di quelli che ci abbandonano spezzandoci a poco a poco il cuore. Perché: «ricordiamo sempre solo I baci durante I quali abbiamo dimenticato tutto il resto». Lasciati sedurre da parole che non dimenticherai mai e che, forse, appartengono anche a te.

Parole

by John Inman

Il mondo di scrittori, lettori e recensori è una famiglia unita e intrecciata di amici, appassionati e fanatici della narrativa. È questo il mondo di Milo Cook e Logan Hunter, che vivono per gli scambi creativi e la condivisione di storie e idee e vanno fieri del loro sconfinato amore per i libri e le parole che li animano. Ma certe volte le parole possono ferire. E quando succede, è inevitabile doverne pagare il prezzo. Con ogni nuova tenera scoperta romantica, l’amore tra Milo e Logan cresce. Ma prima di placarsi, ciò che accade nel loro mondo trasforma la loro vita in una folle corsa per salvare se stessi e le persone che hanno vicino. Chi avrebbe mai sospettato che qualcosa di meraviglioso come la parola scritta potesse diventare un catalizzatore di vendetta e, infine, di omicidio?

Parrish

by Shannen Crane Camp

Blending mystery, romance, and urban fantasy with a dash of horror, this witty New Adult novel follows four quirky friends on a cross-country, paranormal investigation. Sadie Smith was absolutely certain of three things: (1) ghosts were indisputably real; (2) she and her three friends were some of the best (though not the most successful) ghost hunters in Oregon; (3) her teammate Jefferson Parrish was always the scariest thing in the room. But ghosts—unsurprisingly—can't help pay the rent. So when Sadie and her friends are offered an undisclosed sum of money from an anonymous client to find a link between four historical haunted locations, it's an easy sell. During their investigation, Sadie finds herself forgetting about Jefferson's macabre tendencies and falling for his sweetness, even if his idea of a love letter reads more like a note from a serial killer. As Sadie's feelings get more tangled up with Jefferson, their group puts together the final pieces of a 100-year-old mystery—one that will change Sadie's life forever.

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme

by Stephanie Park

Fionn is content enough in his life as one of the Queen's Own, adventurers who go forth to save the kingdom from evil. Johnathan is content enough being e a farmer, working the land on the small farm where his family has lived for generations.When these two meet, they feel an almost instant attraction. Yet Johnathan knows that an elite warrior like Fionn couldn't possibly want to settle down on the farm and make a life with him.Can Fionn perform the seemingly impossible task of convincing Johnathan his fears are wrong?

The Parson

by Anna Kavan

The Parson was not published in Anna Kavan's lifetime, but found after her death in manuscript form. Thought to have been written between the mid 50s and early 60s, it presages, through its undertones and imagery, some of Kavan's last and most enduring fiction (such as Ice). It was published finally, to wide acclaim, by Peter Owen in 1995. The Parson of the title is not a cleric, but an upright young army officer so nick-named for his apparent prudishness. On leave in his native homeland, he meets a rich and beguiling beauty, the woman of his dreams. The days that the Parson spends with Rejane, riding in and exploring the wild moorland have their own enchantment. But Rejane grows restless in this desolate land; doubtless in love with the Parson, she discourages any intimacy. Until that is, she persuades him to take her to a sinister castle situated on a treacherous headland. This is less a tale of unrequited love than exploration of divided selves, momentarily locked in an unequal embrace. Passion is revealed as a play of the senses as well as a destructive force. There have been valid comparisons to Poe, Kafka, and Thomas Hardy, but the presence of her trademark themes, cleverly juxtaposed and set in her risk-taking prose, mark The Parson as 100% Kavan.

The Parson's Christmas Gift

by Kerri Mountain

Desperate to escape her past, Miss Journey Smith heads deep into Montana Territory. Then a terrible accident strands her in the tiny town of Walten during the Christmas season. The townspeople welcome Journey into their hearts and homes, leading her to dream of a normal life, full of happiness, holidays--and the town's handsome parson. Enchanted by the troubled beauty, Zane Thompson knows Journey is not what she seems. But she can't--or won't--trust him with her secrets, especially when her past reappears with a vengeance. Soon the parson must risk his life and his faith to offer Journey the greatest Christmas gift of all--his heart.

The Parson's Christmas Gift & The Path to Her Heart: An Anthology

by Kerri Mountain Linda Ford

Two stories of love and forgiveness in challenging timesThe Parson’s Christmas GiftParson Zane Thompson knows Miss Journey Smith is not what she seems. Stranded in the little Montana town of Walten during Christmas, she clearly carries secrets with her. But she can’t—or won’t—trust him, especially when her past reappears with a vengeance. Soon Zane must risk his life and his faith to offer Journey the greatest Christmas gift of all—his heart.The Path to Her HeartStruggling widowed father Boothe Powers will do anything to protect his son—even ask nurse Emma Spencer to play his temporary fiancée. She’s dedicated and caring, and could love his boy and heal his own heart. But how can Boothe trust someone who works in the profession he blames for his greatest loss?

The Parson's Daughter of Oxney Colne

by Anthony Trollope

But our present story will have more to do with his daughter than with him. A pretty girl, I have said, was Patience Woolsworthy; and one, too, in many ways remarkable. She had taken her outlook into life, weighing the things which she had and those which she had not, in a manner very unusual, and, as a rule, not always desirable for a young lady. The things which she had not were very many.

The Parson's Waiting

by Sherryl Woods

Don't miss this reader-favorite tale of healing hearts from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods. Cynical and soul-weary foreign correspondent Richard Walton had traveled the world and found only pain and misery. He believed there was nothing--and no one--good left in the world. Then he met kind and generous Pastor Anna Louise Perkins. Could this very special woman take away the nightmares and give him the peace his jaded soul is searching for?

Part From You Bitterly: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)

by Chun LeiPao

Xie Jingcheng hated herself to death because not only had she struck him when he was at his lowest, she had almost killed him.The first thing he did when he returned from his victory was to marry her and drive her crazy step by step.Flowers and twigs have their legs broken and are being humiliated.Not long after her life ended, she asked with red eyes, "Why did you treat me like this when I didn't betray you?""Make it up, continue making it up," he viciously grabbed her by the neck. "This King wants to see if you can tell all the lies except death!"Later, Flowerfruit died in front of Xie Jingcheng.Yet, he had completely panicked...

Part of His Royal World (If the Fairy Tale Fits...)

by Nina Singh

Rescuing a handsome man from a boat crash was enough excitement for Arielle…but then she discovers he&’s a prince! Dive into this romance inspired by "The Little Mermaid" from Nina Singh. A CONNECTION AS DEEP AS THE OCEAN… When aspiring singer Arielle rescues a gorgeous man from a boat crash, she doesn&’t expect her life to be turned upside down—because the man she&’s saved is Prince Eriko! In gratitude, she&’s whisked away to the palace, where their instantaneous chemistry soon becomes irresistible… But with Riko duty-bound to marry another royal, can Arielle ever truly be part of the prince&’s world?From Harlequin Romance: Be swept away by glamorous and heartfelt love stories.If the Fairy Tale Fits...

Part of Me (Hamilton 2 #2)

by Chris Axcan

When the ex- cop Steve Anderson is presented with an opportunity for a job in New York, he accepts it in the hope that his career as a private detective will flourish. An encounter with Kira Hamilton will break the barriers around his heart and awaken almost forgotten feelings. The woman made him yern for the impossible. Convinced that the best thing to do is to forget her, the detective will devote himself body and soul to his work. But everything gets complicated and Steve will be force to work with the police where he will meet his former collegues. When fate brings unexpected and lethal news, Steve and Kira will be involved in a melee against love and death. ... "Love in words does not have the same value as love demonstrated in deeds" Steve Anderson. "He gave me a kiss, nothing else and it was so beautiful, it made want to cry" Kira. "Value what you have, get over what hurts and fight for what you want" Brian.

Part of the Bargain

by Linda Lael Miller

To heal the wounds left by a broken marriage and the death of her beloved stepson, Libby Kincaid returned to the ranch where she grew up. But instead of the solace she craved, she found Jess Barlowe-sexy, alluring...and mad as hell.For years Jess had been her constant opponent, and now malicious rumors tarnishing her reputation seemed only to enrage him further. But soon these adversarial sparks ignited into a fire of passion, and Jess wouldn't stop until he made her his bride. Unfortunately, Libby knew all too well that being married to a man was no guarantee of his trust...or his love.

Part of the Bargain and Her Texas New Year's Wish

by Linda Lael Miller Michelle Major

Coming home to a cowboyPart of the Bargain by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Linda Lael Miller After a searing tragedy, Libby Kincaid just wants to go home. But the Circle Bar B ranch isn&’t the haven she expects it to be. Malicious rumors about Libby are circulating through the ranch, and worse, her lifelong opponent, rancher Jess Barlowe, believes them. The cowboy is as sexy and rugged as ever, but now he&’s promised to keep a very close eye on her… FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Her Texas New Year's Wish by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Michelle Major When Grace Williams topples from the balcony at the soon-to-open Hotel Fortune, the last thing she expects is to find love with her new bosses&’ brother. Chicago attorney Wiley Fortune has looks, money and charm to spare, but Grace&’s past makes her wary of investing her heart—and risking her job. Do a small-town Texan and a city sophisticate really have a chance?

Part of the Bargain & A Wife for a Westmoreland

by Linda Lael Miller

NO PLACE LIKE HOME After a searing tragedy, Libby Kincaid just wants to go home. But the Circle Bar B ranch isn't the haven she expects it to be. Malicious rumors about Libby are circulating through the ranch, and worse, her lifelong opponent, rancher Jess Barlowe, believes them. The cowboy is as sexy and rugged as ever...but now he's promised to keep a very close eye on her... The more time Jess spends with Libby, the harder it is to resist her. He can't get her out of his mind, but his doubts linger. Are the rumors true? Is he the man she really wants? And in the end, can a proud cowboy like Jess love a woman he can't completely trust? FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! A Wife for a Westmoreland by New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson Derringer Westmoreland is haunted by memories of a woman whose face he cannot recall. When he finally traces his mystery woman, Lucia Conyers, she's less than impressed with his charms. For the first time in his life, if he wants to win a woman's heart, he'll have to risk his own.

Part of the Furniture: A Novel (G. K. Hall Core Ser.)

by Mary Wesley

A smart, sharply written novel from a talent whose &“fresh and original&” works made her one of England&’s most beloved authors (The New York Times). Abandoned by her mother and betrayed by the men she thought she loved, Juno Marlowe is alone. So alone that when the air raid sirens ring out, she has nowhere to hide until a kind but frail man offers to take her in for the night. Her sad story inspires him to write her a letter of introduction to his family—a caring gesture that will turn out to mean more than she could have imagined. With nowhere to call home, she seeks out the man&’s father, Robert Copplestone, who lives on a quiet Cornwall estate where Juno is able to earn her keep by helping him tend to his animals. And she soon finds that the strong, handsome widower is more of a friend than she&’s ever had and more like family than anyone she&’s ever known. But when Juno&’s fractured past catches up with her, the fragile and unlikely bond Robert and Juno have formed may be in danger of breaking under the strain. This &“heartwarming story of May-December love&” is a gentle look at the folly of humanity, weaving a tale of friendship, love, and healing (Publishers Weekly). &“An elegant, satisfying entertainment.&” —Kirkus Reviews

Part of Your World: an irresistibly hilarious and heartbreaking romantic comedy

by Abby Jimenez

'Jimenez is a true talent' Emily Henry, New York Times bestselling author of Beach ReadThe New York Times bestselling author of Life's Too Short delivers a refreshingly modern fairy tale perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Emily Henry.After a wild bet, Alexis Montgomery has had her world turned upside down. The cause: Daniel Grant, a ridiculously hot carpenter who's ten years younger than her and as casual as they come - the complete opposite of sophisticated city-girl Alexis. And yet their chemistry is undeniable.While her ultra-wealthy parents want her to carry on the family legacy of world-renowned surgeons, Alexis doesn't need glory or fame. She's fine with being a 'mere' ER doctor. And every minute she spends with Daniel and the tight-knit town where he lives, she's discovering just what's really important. Yet letting their relationship become anything more than a short-term fling would mean turning her back on her family and giving up the opportunity to help thousands of people.Bringing Daniel into her world is impossible, and yet she can't just give up the joy she's found with him either. With so many differences between them, how can Alexis possibly choose between her world and his?***Why readers are falling in love with Abby Jimenez . . .'Sweet and achingly romantic - a truly wonderful love story' Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare'Full of fierce humour and fiercer heart' Casey McQuiston, New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue'Let's get one thing straight, Abby Jimenez is hilarious' Goodreads reviewer'I laughed, I teared up, and most importantly, I didn't want to put it down' Goodreads reviewer

Part of Your World (Part Of Your World Ser. #1)

by Abby Jimenez

A refreshingly modern fairy tale and instant New York Times bestseller that Love Hypothesis author Ali Hazelwood hails as "an uplifting, feel-good, romantic read." After a wild bet, gourmet grilled-cheese sandwich, and cuddle with a baby goat, Alexis Montgomery has had her world turned upside down. The cause: Daniel Grant, a ridiculously hot carpenter who&’s ten years younger than her and as casual as they come—the complete opposite of sophisticated city-girl Alexis. And yet their chemistry is undeniable. While her ultra-wealthy parents want her to carry on the family legacy of world-renowned surgeons, Alexis doesn&’t need glory or fame. She&’s fine with being a &“mere&” ER doctor. And every minute she spends with Daniel and the tight-knit town where he lives, she&’s discovering just what&’s really important. Yet letting their relationship become anything more than a short-term fling would mean turning her back on her family and giving up the opportunity to help thousands of people. Bringing Daniel into her world is impossible, and yet she can&’t just give up the joy she&’s found with him either. With so many differences between them, how can Alexis possibly choose between her world and his?"Abby Jimenez&’s words are like fairy dust... they sprinkled humor and warmth all over my life. Pick up Part of Your World if you&’re looking for an uplifting, feel-good, romantic read—and for a beautiful reminder that we should always try to live the life that makes us the happiest." --Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis Book of the Month Club Best Book of the Year finalistGoodreads Choice Awards finalistBookPage Magazine Best Books of the YearBooklist Best Romances of the YearSheReads Romance Book of the Year Award nomination

Part Time Cowboy: A Creed In Stone Creek Part Time Cowboy (Copper Ridge #2)

by Maisey Yates

A onetime bad girl comes home to small-town Oregon in the first in a sexy, heartfelt new series from USA TODAY bestselling author Maisey Yates Sadie Miller isn't expecting any welcome-home parades on her return to Copper Ridge. Least of all from part-time rancher, full-time lawman Eli Garrett. The straitlaced, impossibly hot deputy sheriff glares at her as if she's the same teenage hoodlum who fled town ten years ago. But running from her demons has brought Sadie full circle, ready to make a commitment at last. Not to a man, but to a bed-and-breakfast. On Garrett land. Okay, so her plan has a tiny flaw... Eli works too hard to let a blonde ball of trouble mess up his town. But keeping an eye on Sadie makes it tough to keep his hands off her. And if she's so wrong for him, why does being with her feel so right?

Part Time Cowboy: A Creed In Stone Creek Part Time Cowboy (Copper Ridge #2)

by Maisey Yates

New York Times bestselling author Maisey Yates welcomes you to Copper Ridge, where a onetime bad girl comes home to small-town Oregon and reconnects with a cowboy from her past...Sadie Miller isn&’t expecting any welcome-home parades on her return to Copper Ridge. Least of all from part-time rancher, full-time lawman Eli Garrett. The straitlaced, impossibly hot deputy sheriff glares at her as if she&’s the same teenage hoodlum who fled town ten years ago. But running from her demons has brought Sadie full circle, ready to make a commitment at last. Not to a man, but to a bed-and-breakfast. On Garrett land. Okay, so her plan has a tiny flaw…Eli works too hard to let a blonde ball of trouble mess up his town. But keeping an eye on Sadie makes it tough to keep his hands off her. And if she&’s so wrong for him, why does being with her feel so right?Previously published.

Part-Time Father

by Sharon Kendrick

Once wasn't enoughHarrison Nash was convinced he only needed to make love with Kimberley once, and she'd be out of his system for good. Kimberley Ryan knew Harrison wasn't looking for commitment-but she couldn't help loving him. Then fate took a hand...and the result was Georgia, their adorable baby daughter.Kimberley was ecstatically happy as the mother of Harrison's child. But Harrison didn't want to be just a part-time father! Suddenly he wanted it all: Kimberley, Georgia...and happy ever after.A very special book for Father's Day!

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