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Sia Martinez and the Moonlit Beginning of Everything
by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland&“In a world where we are so often dividing ourselves into us and them, this book feels like a kind of magic, celebrating all beliefs, ethnicities, and unknowns.&” —The New York Times Book Review Aristotle & Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe meets Roswell by way of Laurie Halse Anderson in this astonishing, genre-bending novel about a Mexican American teen who discovers profound connections between immigration, folklore, and alien life.It&’s been three years since ICE raids and phone calls from Mexico and an ill-fated walk across the Sonoran. Three years since Sia Martinez&’s mom disappeared. Sia wants to move on, but it&’s hard in her tiny Arizona town where people refer to her mom&’s deportation as &“an unfortunate incident.&” Sia knows that her mom must be dead, but every new moon Sia drives into the desert and lights San Anthony and la Guadalupe candles to guide her mom home. Then one night, under a million stars, Sia&’s life and the world as we know it cracks wide open. Because a blue-lit spacecraft crashes in front of Sia&’s car…and it&’s carrying her mom, who&’s very much alive. As Sia races to save her mom from armed-quite-possibly-alien soldiers, she uncovers secrets as profound as they are dangerous in this stunning and inventive exploration of first love, family, immigration, and our vast, limitless universe.
Sian's Solution: A Family Blood Ties Short Story
by Dale MayerThis 9k word short story was originally published in 2011 as part of the Entangled anthology - sold to raise money for Breast Cancer awareness.Sometimes the depth of love is only understood when it is lost forever...When a vampire discovers the human man she loves has been captured and hung in a blood farm, she goes against her own kind and risks everything to save him.Sian Tallant is a scientist and a vampire. Her lover is a doctor and a human. Their relationship is taboo. Taz doesn't know that she is a vampire. But when she tried to break up with him, he followed her into vampire territory and was captured.Now it is up to Sian to free the man she loves - even though he might hate her for what she is.
Sicilian Husband, Blackmailed Bride
by Kate WalkerDark, proud and sinfully gorgeous, Guido Corsentino is determined to reclaim his wife! Outwardly, Amber is perfect and untouchable, but Guido knows the passionate woman inside. One kiss and he's certain she'll give himwhateverhe demands. But Guido is also certain of something else: Amber ran away from him once-so she won't be given the opportunity to run again. He'll protect her from the consequences of her actions...in his bed!
Sicilian Millionaire, Bought Bride (The Italian's Bride)
by Catherine SpencerCorinne Mallory knows little of Raffaello Orsini, other than that he's super-rich and darkly handsome. When Raffaello offers marriage for the sake of his children, Corinne rejects his outrageous proposal...until a financial crisis drives her to the altar with the fiery Sicilian.Once in Sicily, Raffaello makes it quite clear he doesn't expect a marriage in name only. He wants her body and soul, and when she comes to his bed she must be hot, willing and ready for his love....
Sicilian Nights
by Penny JordanThe Leopardi Brothers-Sicilian by name...irresistible by nature!The Sicilian Boss's MistressWhen Alessandro Leopardi finds Leonora Thaxton piloting his private jet, he's outraged. First, he doesn't employ females-too distracting. Second, the ravishing beauty duped him. The billionaire is not about to let Leonora get away with such a stunt...that is, unless she agrees to be Alessandro's no-strings mistress for one night!The Sicilian's Baby BargainAll Annie has left in life is her baby boy, and now that is at risk. Falcon Leopardi has come to claim his late brother's child-and no one refuses the dark-hearted tycoon. So Annie agrees to return to Sicily with him. But she is surprised to discover that Falcon is a kind, honorable man-a man who will protect her and her child at all cost, a man she could love....
Sicilian's Baby of Shame: Sicilian's Baby Of Shame Salazar's One-night Heir The Secret Kept From The Greek Claiming His Convenient Fiancée (Billionaires And One-night Heirs Ser. #3)
by Carol MarinelliUSA Today–Bestselling Author: He seduced an innocent hotel chambermaid—but can one night turn into a lifelong love?Seduced . . . When hotel chambermaid Sophie delivers room service to Sicily’s most dark-hearted tycoon, Bastiano Conti, his raw sexuality tempts her to take the ultimate risk—surrendering her untouched body to his!Shamed . . . Bastiano’s ruthlessness is renowned, but even his conscience flickers when Sophie is fired for their indiscretion—the memories of which are branded onto his very soul—and disappears.Pregnant!Bastiano finds Sophie working in a bar, disgraced, destitute—and pregnant. Rejected by his own family, Bastiano is determined to claim his child . . . by seducing defiant Sophie into wearing his ring!
Sicilian's Bride for a Price: Escape with this Sicilian Marriage of Convenience Romance (Conveniently Wed! #11)
by Tara PammiShe’ll be his wife…But at what cost?Billionaire Dante Vittori spent years building his impeccable reputation—no easy feat following his father’s incarceration. To counter a business threat, ruthless Dante must do the unthinkable—get married! Free-spirited heiress Alisha will do anything to save her mother’s charity—even marry the man she hates. But neither expects the intense heat between them! Suddenly the price of their marriage is more than they bargained for…Get swept away by this intense and emotional marriage of convenience!
Sick Husband So Gentle: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Xi GanIn her previous life, she didn't distinguish between good and evil, nor did she defend against traitors. This led to his own miserable death.He had been reborn in one night. He had abused the scum of a man and fought the scum of a woman. He had also gained an unexpected amount of love.
Sick Husband So Gentle: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Xi GanIn her previous life, she didn't distinguish between good and evil, nor did she defend against traitors. This led to his own miserable death.He had been reborn in one night. He had abused the scum of a man and fought the scum of a woman. He had also gained an unexpected amount of love.
Sick Husband So Gentle: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Xi GanIn her previous life, she didn't distinguish between good and evil, nor did she defend against traitors. This led to his own miserable death.He had been reborn in one night. He had abused the scum of a man and fought the scum of a woman. He had also gained an unexpected amount of love.
Sick Husband So Gentle: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Xi GanIn her previous life, she didn't distinguish between good and evil, nor did she defend against traitors. This led to his own miserable death.He had been reborn in one night. He had abused the scum of a man and fought the scum of a woman. He had also gained an unexpected amount of love.
Sick Husband So Gentle: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Xi GanIn her previous life, she didn't distinguish between good and evil, nor did she defend against traitors. This led to his own miserable death.He had been reborn in one night. He had abused the scum of a man and fought the scum of a woman. He had also gained an unexpected amount of love.
Sick Kids In Love
by Hannah MoskowitzIsabel has one rule: no dating. It’s easier―It’s safer―It’s better―for the other person. She’s got issues. She’s got secrets. She’s got rheumatoid arthritis. But then she meets another sick kid. He’s got a chronic illness Isabel’s never heard of, something she can’t even pronounce. He understands what it means to be sick. He understands her more than her healthy friends. He understands her more than her own father who’s a doctor. He’s gorgeous, fun, and foul-mouthed. And totally into her. Isabel has one rule: no dating. It’s complicated―It’s dangerous―It’s never felt better―to consider breaking that rule for him.
Sick Man Turns Out to be a General: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Da WuLangfor recommendation, for collection] bad luck urge through the strange world, become a poor double children sold by mom and dad.His family was suffering from severe illness, his uncle was malnourished, and there was even a jackal, a tiger, a leopard and a poisonous drug.Shen Jingli expressed his desire to hang himself in front of his house and wear it again.
Sick Man Turns Out to be a General: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Da WuLangfor recommendation, for collection] bad luck urge through the strange world, become a poor double children sold by mom and dad.His family was suffering from severe illness, his uncle was malnourished, and there was even a jackal, a tiger, a leopard and a poisonous drug.Shen Jingli expressed his desire to hang himself in front of his house and wear it again.
Sick Man Turns Out to be a General: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Da WuLangfor recommendation, for collection] bad luck urge through the strange world, become a poor double children sold by mom and dad.His family was suffering from severe illness, his uncle was malnourished, and there was even a jackal, a tiger, a leopard and a poisonous drug.Shen Jingli expressed his desire to hang himself in front of his house and wear it again.
Sick Young President: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Su YandeamiaoI am Tsai Xiaowu, a woman with a personality disorder. Yes, I am a psychotic.One accident, I was involved in a war with the Wealthy Class.Do you think that's all?No, I married a man with crippled legs … Shen Chuan..."What are you doing?""Fulfilling husband and wife duties …""But... I'm a psychopath! My medical club. It will be inherited! ""It doesn't matter, isn't mental illness and being disabled a perfect match? I have enough money to support a sick child. "
Sick of Shadows: An Edwardian Murder Mystery (Edwardian Murder Mysteries #3)
by M. C. Beaton Marion ChesneyLady Rose Summer couldn't be more delighted to assist Society's most beautiful new debutante Miss Dolly Tremaine in negotiating her very first Season. Now engaged to Captain Harry Cathcart in order to avoid being shipped off to India, Rose is desperate to do something more useful than attend endless balls and parties. And the country-bred Dolly was totally at sea--and needed all the help Rose could give. But when Rose rushes to prevent Dolly from making a disastrous mistake, she discovers her stabbed to death and floating in a boat on the Serpentine River. And it isn't long before Rose barely survives an attempt on her own life. Now, Rose and Harry's race to uncover the secrets of Dolly's life is stirring up a hornet's nest of deceptions and devilish schemes from London's most exclusive townhouses to the seemingly-peaceful Yorkshire coast. And a cunning murderer is only a breath away from burying the truth--and the persistent Lady Rose--with one devastating stroke. . .
Sickish Prince is Scheming: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Zhao ZhaoThe modern nurse dressed as the daughter of the imperial physician. She had a strong personality, but she met the sickly and useless Prince. It didn't matter, at least he could marry a rich second generation and live without worry! However, why would any of those princes come and find trouble with her husband? He could barely endure bullying her, but he could not tolerate bullying her husband! She slapped the table and stood up. Do you really think I'm Kitty when I don't show off? Let's see how she punches the prince, kicks the princess' wife, and stands up for her husband! However, why did she feel that her sickly husband was getting stronger and stronger? Could he be the legendary underling?
Sickish Prince is Scheming: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Zhao ZhaoThe modern nurse dressed as the daughter of the imperial physician. She had a strong personality, but she met the sickly and useless Prince. It didn't matter, at least he could marry a rich second generation and live without worry! However, why would any of those princes come and find trouble with her husband? He could barely endure bullying her, but he could not tolerate bullying her husband! She slapped the table and stood up. Do you really think I'm Kitty when I don't show off? Let's see how she punches the prince, kicks the princess' wife, and stands up for her husband! However, why did she feel that her sickly husband was getting stronger and stronger? Could he be the legendary underling?
Sickish Prince is Scheming: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Zhao ZhaoThe modern nurse dressed as the daughter of the imperial physician. She had a strong personality, but she met the sickly and useless Prince. It didn't matter, at least he could marry a rich second generation and live without worry! However, why would any of those princes come and find trouble with her husband? He could barely endure bullying her, but he could not tolerate bullying her husband! She slapped the table and stood up. Do you really think I'm Kitty when I don't show off? Let's see how she punches the prince, kicks the princess' wife, and stands up for her husband! However, why did she feel that her sickly husband was getting stronger and stronger? Could he be the legendary underling?
Side Line (Englishmen Stories)
by Ben RyderAn Englishmen StoryHaving rarely experienced another man's touch, US Marine Damon O'Connor doesn't identify as gay, but that doesn't mean he doesn't think about strong hands or where treasure trails lead, despite his commitments back home. Damon's sense of duty is strong, and he'll stop at nothing to do what's right, even if that means dying for his country. While stationed in the Middle East, Damon gets what he least expects in the form of Jay Wells, an out-and-proud British beer promotions manager working in the area. Jay is content working his life away and has no time for relationships. Neither does Damon, as he's days away from deploying to war. Until they met, love was the last thing on their minds, but they're determined to enjoy it while they can.
Sidebars Book 1
by TinneanSidebars are stories set in the Spy vs. Spook/Mann of My Dreams universe. The stories are told from the point of views of Nigel Mann, Bryan Sebring, Jack Matheson (Wills’s dad), a pair of jeans, Michael Shaw, and finally, Wills himself.Contains the stories:Solo Tu: Nigel Mann, known as the CIA’s own Mr. Freeze, and Portia Sebring, the Ice Princess of the NSA, might seem like a match made in the Arctic, but it’s exactly what Anthony Sebring wants for his daughter. This story takes place in 1958.Chasing Rainbows: Bryan Sebring tells the story of how he and his “one” finally get together.How to Handle a Gay Son: Jack Matheson learns his beloved oldest son is gay, and we see how he handles it.The Lick Me, Suck Me, Fuck Me Jeans: Wills’s jeans explains how his owner becomes pretty much irresistible while wearing him.Where Have You Been, Willie Boy?: Michael Shaw has been William Matheson’s best friend since they met in the sixth grade. Things change when they start college, helped along by those lick me, suck me, fuck me jeans Wills had been given for a birthday present. But Michael isn’t gay, and he won’t let anyone label him as queer, not even for his best friend. But will his determination drive away the one man he values above all others?Into the Lion’s Den: The first of Wills Matheson’s stories. We see his relationship with Michael Shaw, with his family, and eventually with the WBIS and Mark Vincent, who becomes his boss.
Sidebars Book 2
by TinneanSidebars are stories set in the Spy vs. Spook/Mann of My Dreams universe. The stories in this book are told from three different points of view: William Matheson’s, covering the majority of the events from 2002 to 2009, including his work at the WBIS and his relationship with Theo Bascopolis, a former rent boy.Contains the stories:Is It You?: Wills meets Theo Bascopolis and wonders if he could be the one.Sway: Wills goes along with Theo’s assumption that he can’t dance.This Simple Phrase: Wills and Theo spend their first Christmas together.Goodbye to Love: Wills returns home to the apartment he shares with Theo to find his lover has left him. Wills intends to discover why.To Be Loved: Wills has asked Theo to marry him, and they celebrate their first Easter as engaged men in Cambridge with Wills’s family.P.S. I Love You: Wills and Theo get married and welcome a new addition to their little family.Dedicated to the One I Love: In 2004, same-sex marriage becomes legal in Massachusetts. For their first anniversary, Wills decides to take advantage of that and takes Theo to Cambridge so they can be legally married.Happy Anniversary, Baby Redux: It’s Mark and Quinn’s anniversary, and Mark muses about how they got there.The Very Best Christmas Ever (So Far): Pat Mulcahy, aka the Antichrist, has turned his life around and now lives with the Mathesons. On the trip to Washington, he meets someone who just might make this the best Christmas ever for him.When Complications Arrive at Your Door: This is the missing epilogue from Complications. Rebecca Goddard, daughter of the former WBIS doctor, has decided making herself scarce after Mark Vincent discovered her part in the events that went down in 2004 is a good idea. Five years later, she’s no longer looking over her shoulder, but maybe she should be.Trick or Treat: It’s Halloween, and Wills and Theo take their children trick or treating.Happy Birthday, Baby Redux: Mark Vincent has a birthday coming up, but his husband is out of town and won’t be there to celebrate with him. In addition, it’s snowing.
Sidecar
by Alberto LemaDos historias de amor y aprendizaje que refejan el mundo de la juventud de hoy. La primera historia cuenta el aprendizaje amoroso de un protagonista joven, desde sus escarceos infantiles con la madre de un vecino hasta su aventura con la profesora de matemáticas y su encuentro con Sara, la mujer con la que acaba encontrando el equilibrio. El segundo relato se centra en la relación de un universitario con una chica inteligente, atractiva e independiente con la que frma un «contrato de infdelidad»: se obligan a contarse las posibles infdelidades. Dos relatos directos y escritos con mucha agilidad narrativa que refejan las tribulaciones amorosas de los jóvenes de hoy.