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Stern-faced Prince, Sturdy Consort: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Jiu MengruoyouhenOnce she transmigrated she became an imperial concubine that was even inferior to a concubine The prince was infuriated You don't love your wife and concubine It didn't matter the stud man wasn't her dish A female ghost was trying to steal his body No no my body is mine you go play on the side Future husband's internal troubles She didn't care no matter how many storms there were she would always be willing to share the burden with him
Stern-faced Prince, Sturdy Consort: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Jiu MengruoyouhenOnce she transmigrated she became an imperial concubine that was even inferior to a concubine The prince was infuriated You don't love your wife and concubine It didn't matter the stud man wasn't her dish A female ghost was trying to steal his body No no my body is mine you go play on the side Future husband's internal troubles She didn't care no matter how many storms there were she would always be willing to share the burden with him
Stern: Stern The Real Thing The Secret Affair Breaking Bailey's Rules Bane (The Westmoreland Novels)
by Brenda JacksonBreaking their own rules…Stern by New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda JacksonStern Westmoreland never makes mistakes—until he helps his best friend, Jovonnie “JoJo” Jones, with a makeover…for another man. Now Stern wants JoJo for himself. Their attraction is undeniable and there’s only one way to test it: one long, steamy night together as much more than friends!FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Playing with Desire by Reese RyanCEO Liam Westbrook didn’t make his way to the top of his family’s international luxury-resort empire by playing it safe. So when the bachelor spies gorgeous Maya Alvarez under a smoldering North Carolina moon, he makes a scandalous proposal. The divorced single mother thinks a hot summer fling with a seductive stranger is just what she needs. But can Liam and Maya trust where their hearts are leading them?
Stetsons and Stakeouts
by Ba TortugaGianni Cesare is a DEA agent and rancher—who also happens to be a millionaire heir to an Italian count. Running a multiagency sting out of his East Texas ranch means he needs a new foreman… preferably someone a little wet behind the ears who won’t ask too many questions. Gianni’s Aunt Jerilyn hires Bonner Fannin, a roughstock rider with zero ranch experience and a sister who’s pregnant with a violent biker’s twins. If that’s not bad enough, Bonner is pretending he and his sister are married to protect her and to help get him the job. Gianni didn’t think Bonner was the marrying type during their torrid beach affair years ago, but he’s not sure if he has time to explore that thought now, as overrun as his ranch is with drug cartels, macho government agents, and local cops. Looks like Bonner and Gianni are both in over their heads, and they may have to band together during this adventure to swim rather than sink.
Stetsons, Spring & Wedding Rings
by Jillian Hart Judith Stacy Stacey KayneRocky Mountain Courtship by Jillian Hart Joseph Brooks suspects his mother of bringing a pretty young lady to town--as a mail-order bride. But Clara Woodrow is not that lady! Enchanted by her and determined to have no other, Joseph must use the magical last few days of spring to make Clara admit the desire they share for one another. . . . Courting Miss Perfect by Judith Stacy Fleeing a humiliating incident in Virginia, the last thing Brynn O'Keefe needs is an interfering Pinkerton detective suspecting her of some ridiculous crime! Concerned for her reputation, Brynn is horrified when handsome Travis Hollister tells the locals she is his sweetheart--and even more astonished when she begins to like the very idea of it! Courted by the Cowboy by Stacey Kayne Constance Pauley becomes enamored with the man who once saved her life--then finds out the very same dashing Kyle Darby had inadvertently caused her injuries all those years ago! Now she can't forgive the way he has stolen her heart, and how easily she wants to become his bride. . . .
Steven and Derrick
by A. C. KattWhen a flash flood strikes, Steven stays behind at school to find a little girl who hid from the storm. His lover Derrick comes to rescue them both but can only get Josie out.Will Derrick be able to get back to the elementary school in time to rescue Steven, too? Or will he lose his lover to the raging flood waters?
Stick Shift
by Mary LeoGirl, get it in gear!Lucy Mastronardo is heading in the right direction-good job, good apartment, good fiancé-until a detour to Naples throws her off the map! Sure, she's just days away from tying the knot, but her next big promotion hits a roadblock and Lucy can't steer away from the last-minute business trip. With reassurances to everyone, including her vanilla-pudding-cup fiancé, she vows to return before she has to say, "I do."Lucy's certain she'll have everything sorted out in no time. But then her drop-dead due dates are laid to waste by the wacky staff and the tempting restaurant owner next door. The one who makes her think there's more to life than deadlines and rules.Will Lucy continue her drive in automatic-or will she take control and learn to downshift...?
Stick the Landing (Elite Athletes #2)
by Kate McMurrayAn Elite Athletes NovelJake Mirakovitch might be the best gymnast in the world, but there’s one big problem: he chokes in international competition. The least successful of a family of world-class gymnasts, he has struggled to shake off nerves in the past. This time he’s determined to bring home the gold no matter what. Retired figure skater Topher Caldwell wants a job as a commentator for the American network that covers the Olympics, and at the Summer Olympics in Madrid, he has a chance to prove himself with a few live features. He can’t afford to stumble. Olympic victories eluded Topher, so he knows about tripping when it really counts. When he interviews Jake, the two bond over the weight of all that pressure. The flamboyant reporter attracts the kind of attention Jake—stuck in a glass closet—doesn’t want, but Jake can’t stay away. Topher doesn’t want to jeopardize his potential new job, and fooling around with a high-profile athlete seems like a surefire way to do just that. Yet Topher can’t stay away either….
Sticking To Her Guns & Secret Weapon Spouse (A\colt Brothers Investigation Ser. #2)
by B.J. DanielsHer only chance to save the family ranch might mean saying &“I do&” to the wrong man… Sticking to Her Guns by B.J. Daniels Tommy Colt is stunned when his childhood best friend—and love—Bella Worthington abruptly announces she&’s engaged to their old-time nemesis! Knowing her better than anyone, Tommy&’s convinced she&’d only agree to a sham marriage if something was dangerously wrong. Now Colt Brothers Investigations&’ newest partner is racing to uncover the truth and ask Bella a certain question…if they survive. FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Secret Weapon Spouse by B.J. Daniels By day, quiet and reserved Samantha Peters worked for a high-end wedding planner. By night, she was a top-notch agent with Miami Confidential. Then tragedy struck and Samantha had trouble keeping her two lives separate.
Sticking to Her Guns (A Colt Brothers Investigation #2)
by B.J. DanielsIf this marriage happens It&’ll be over someone&’s dead body Tommy Colt is stunned when his childhood best friend—and love—Bella Worthington abruptly announces she&’s engaged to their old-time nemesis! Knowing her better than anyone, Tommy&’s convinced she&’d only agree to a sham marriage if something was dangerously wrong. Now Colt Brothers Investigations&’ newest partner is racing to uncover the truth and ask Bella a certain question…if they survive.From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the Colt Brothers Investigation series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Murder Gone ColdBook 2: Sticking to Her GunsBook 3: Shotgun Christmas
Sticks & Stones (Cut & Run Series #2)
by Madeleine Urban Abigail RouxSequel to Cut & RunCut & Run Series: Book TwoSix months after nearly losing their lives to a serial killer in New York City, FBI Special Agents Ty Grady and Zane Garrett are suffering through something almost as frightening: the monotony of desk duty. When they're ordered to take a vacation for the good of everyone's sanity, Ty bites the bullet and takes Zane home with him to West Virginia, hoping the peace and quiet of the mountains will give them the chance to explore the explosive attraction they've so far been unable to reconcile with their professional partnership. Ty and Zane, along with Ty's father and brother, head up into the Appalachian mountains for a nice, relaxing hike deep into the woods... where no one will hear them scream. They find themselves facing danger from all directions: unpredictable weather, the unrelenting mountains, wild animals, fellow hikers with nothing to lose, and the most terrifying challenge of all. Each other.
Sticks & Stones (Rachael Flynn Mysteries, Book #2)
by Susan Meissner"They're going to find a body at the River Ten-ace construction site. He deserved what he got, but it wasn't supposed to happen. It was an accident." Lawyer Rachael Flynn has only been at her new job in the Ramsey County attorney's office for four months when she receives an unsigned letter with the startling message. Two days later the predicted body is found, but to everyone's astonishment, the remains have been buried for at least 20 years. When the body is identified as that of a 15-year-old boy the police begin to dig for clues. Rachael continues to receive anonymous notes... and the questions keep coming... Was it really an accident, or was it murder? Why has it taken so many year for this story to come to light? And why did the young man "deserve" to die? As Rachael searches out the identity of the writer, she finds herself drawn to the neighborhood where the body was found-and to an abandoned house that no longer exists, but seems to call out to her
Sticks and Stones
by Jamie CraigIt's 1953, and the golden age of Hollywood musicals. Paul Dunham couldn't be hotter on the dancefloor or the silver screen. Hoping to capitalize on Paul's popularity, the studio pairs him with up-and-comer Jack Wells.On the marquee, it's a match made in heaven, but for Paul, it's a personal hell. He hates Jack's newfangled acting style, and he hates Jack's blue eyes, and he especially hates the fact that Jack is one of the most talented dancers he has ever met.Jack, however, doesn't hate Paul. In fact, everything Paul does fascinates him. After their first meeting, Jack is determined to win Paul over, and he won't back down until Paul admits the two of them are perfect partners ... in every way.
Sticky Fingers
by Alison TylerJodie Silver has money and prestige - she's a buyer for an import and export business handling luxury goods in the heart of San Fransisco. But underneath this polished exterior, Jodie has a darker, wilder side. She's an addictive thrill-seeker who gets a powerful rush for pocketing things that don't belong to her - jewellery, artefacts and works of art. It's a potent feeling, almost as gratifying as the excitement she receives from an engaging in wild exhibitionist sex - but not quite. Skilled at concealing her double life, Jodie thinks she's unstoppable, but with hunky detective Nick Hudson on her tail, it's only a matter of time before the pussycat burglar meets her comeuppance.
Stiletto Secrets
by Bella J.Nicholas Blake is your typical class A, rich bastard who loves getting what he wants. He's spoiled, selfish and enjoys all the lavish pleasures life has to offer--especially those that involve women and getting naked. Nicholas' life is just damn near perfect. But one night out on the town with his friends and everything changes. One encounter with a stripper in stilettos who fittingly calls herself Cinderella, and his life suddenly doesn't seem so goddamn perfect anymore.As if that isn't enough, there's also Emma, the new maid in his father's mansion that immediately piques his curiosity with her sweet smile and blue-green eyes. He finds himself drawn to her and wants nothing more than to seduce her into his bed, to make her his. But he just can't seem to stay away from the stripper that makes him burn in ways he never knew possible. The more he starts to care for Emma, the stronger his obsession grows for Cinderella.Insane? Absolutely.Twisted? Yes.Completely screwed up? Hell yes.A decision needs to be made; he needs to choose. But will Nicholas be able to make that choice when he finds himself all tangled up in a giant cluster of love, lust and stilettos?
Stiletto Sisterhood
by Fallon DemornayWhen they first met, best friends Priya, Isobel, Caitlin, Eshe, and Shayne swore a vow: Chase dreams not drama. Now, years later . . .Priya Seth is determined to win the coveted one-year mentorship with her idol at New York’s hottest law firm. Her rival? Last night’s hookup, Hadrian Marek. Despite having a privileged upper hand, Hadrian is willing to form an alliance. Priya’s only condition? No sex.Isobel Morgan is planning the perfect wedding, fighting to get the promotion she deserves, and caring for her dependent father. But when a video of her cheating fiancé goes viral, her world comes crashing down until she gets an offer that merges her passion for news and activism. The caveat? Long hours and travel away from her father.As these young women discover that achieving dreams is often erratic, and drama is as inevitable as adulting, the foundation of their friendship begins to crack, putting their sisterhood to the test.
Still
by Mary CalmesWhat happens when two men who have been together for seventeen years fall out of love? Sivan Cruz, a set director in San Francisco, and Walter Wainwright, a big shot Bay Area lawyer, find out the hard way. Walter loves Sivan with all his heart but rarely talks about it, and Sivan needs to hear the words. The language of the love they have shared for so long, that has enabled them to build a life together and raise two children, stops working. They become--still. When Sivan asks for a divorce, Walter doesn't know how to say no. They separate, but while Sivan sees the relationship as over, Walter sees only a temporary setback. He has never lost his passion for Sivan and decides he has to say something before he ends up loving his husband in silence for the rest of his life.
Still Burning (Braving the Heat #3)
by Leora GonzalesIgnite Sasha Kendall grew up in a family of firefighters. So when she falls hard for Jack Turner, her brother’s best friend and fellow firefighter, everyone's thrilled. But when her brother is killed in the line of duty, Sasha knows she can’t handle another loss. Jack will have to choose between her and his career . . . Smolder Jack knew Sasha was meant for him right away—the same way he knew he was meant to fight fires and saves lives. Letting Sasha go was the hardest thing he’d ever had to do. But even though she left town, he’s never given up hope that heat between them still burns . . . Repeat Four years later, Jack and Sasha meet again at a friend’s wedding—older, wiser, and hotter than ever. Will they flame out, or do they finally have what it takes to keep their love alive for good . . . “A fast, hot read.” —RT Book Reviews on Simmering Heat
Still Hitched, Cowboy
by Leandra LoganTEXAS MENMAIL ORDER MENBachelor of the Month-Matt ColterTurning thirty was a wake-up call for this lean, lonesome cowboy. Time to get married to a sexy little filly. Except for one slight hitch...Letters arrived by the sackful in response to Matt's Texas Men ad, but he took his sweet time choosing. Matt wasn't about to repeat the mistakes of his brief marriage years earlier! At last he settled on fluffy blonde Tiffany Sinclair and invited the NYC deb to his ranch.But it was Jenna Colter who showed up first, quickly followed by a pouting Tiffany. Jenna was wife #1 and still half in love with Matt. She was still sexy, still sassy. And much to Matt's chagrin-still hitched. To him!Mail Order Men-Satisfaction Guaranteed!
Still Irresistible
by Dawn AtkinsRescuing the family ranch is the only reason Callie Cummings is home. To do that she must face the most infuriating-yet irresistible-man on the planet! Years ago she had an unforgettable fling with Declan O'Neill. And, oh my, can he still fill out a pair of jeans. Watching him strut across a corral is like waving a red flag. With that kind of enticement, how can Callie not be head over heels in lust with Deck again?Steamy sex aside, Callie's visit is strictly temporary. Nothing-and no one-can keep her from her big-city life. But if that's really true, why are thoughts of her and Deck riding into the sunset so tempting?
Still Lake
by Anne StuartIt was a dream come true.Buying a run-down farm in a beautiful Vermont town is the start of a new life for Sophie Davis. She moves her mother, Grace, and her half sister, Marty, out of the city, hoping the change will help both women sort out their complicated lives. And for Sophie, turning Stonegate Farm into a quaint country inn is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. She doesn't even mind that the farm was the scene of a grisly multiple murder twenty years earlier....Then a stranger comes to town.When a stranger moves in next to the farm, Sophie believes the sense of peace she has built for herself and her family is being threatened. Because there's something different about John Smith. It's clear he's keeping secrets...and that he's come to Colby, Vermont, for a reason. And that reason has something to do with Sophie and Stonegate Farm.Now her dream is becoming a nightmare.Who is John Smith? Why does his very presence make Sophie feel so completely out of control? And why is she beginning to suspect that this mysterious stranger will put in jeopardy everything she's dreamed of-maybe even her own life?
Still Life
by Jaime SammsWhen Allan Song's ex, Mac, shows up to model for the life drawing class Allan teaches, he turns everything upside-down. Mac is still as infuriatingly attractive as when Allan first met him--and still trying to figure out where he fits on the gender spectrum. He's more than a little out of control, and he's taken some stupid risks that have come back to haunt him. If they're going to get back together, Allan wants a real relationship--but for that, he and Mac will need to look below the surface.
Still Life with Elephant: A Novel (A\still Life With Elephant Novel Ser. #1)
by Judy Reene SingerThe way to a cheating man's heart is through . . . an elephant?Professional horse trainer Neelie Sterling somehow missed the fact that her veterinarian husband, Matt, was having an affair with his blonde, pretty business partner. Neelie often misses things. (When Matt originally told her he was getting a colleague to help with the practice, she thought he said collie—and Neelie likes dogs.) Now the blonde is saying she's pregnant, and Neelie's life is in a tailspin. But she sees an opportunity to patch up the holes in her disintegrating marriage when she learns that Matt is leaving for Zimbabwe to rescue a badly injured elephant. Foolishly optimistic, she joins the expedition.On a dangerous, revealing, exhilarating trip through Africa, Neelie comes to learn a lot about herself as a woman and a wife. But it isn't until they return home with their pachyderm patient that her eyes are truly opened to what is going on around her. And with the help of a very large and very special animal, she may even discover how to love again.
Still Life: A Novel
by Joy FieldingNew York Times bestselling author Joy Fielding delivers a riveting tale of suspense about a young woman caught in a nightmare somewhere between life and death.Beautiful, happily married, and the owner of a successful interior design business, Casey Marshall couldn&’t be more content with her life, until a car slams into her at almost fifty miles an hour, breaking nearly every bone in her body and plunging her into a coma. Lying in her hospital bed, Casey realizes that although she is unable to see or communicate, she can hear everything. She quickly discovers that her friends aren&’t necessarily the people she thought them to be—and that her accident might not have been an accident at all. As she struggles to break free from her living death, she begins to wonder if what lies ahead could be even worse. &“It is Fielding&’s ability to get under the skin of her characters—and her readers—that has made her such a dependably bestselling author,&” says the Calgary Herald. Smart, suspenseful, and overwhelmingly addictive, Still Life is a novel her fans won't soon forget.
Still Life: A Novel
by Katherine Packert BurkeA profound and piercing tribute to messy webs of queer friendship and to what is left behind in transition.Everything in Edith’s life is approaching disaster. Her writing career is stagnant. Her love life is a mess. Her ex, Tessa, is marrying a man. Her teeth are rotting in her skull. And her best friend, Val, is dead.Still Life volleys between the present and recent past, chronicling the lives of three women—one cis, two trans, all forever entwined. Edith was a bumbling “boy” pre-transition, in love with Tessa, enamored by Val, and drowning in Boston. She and Tessa called each other Joni and Joan, an homage to the musical backdrop of their fledgling adulthood. When Edith decides to leave behind the East Coast for graduate school, she begins a yearslong journey away from the person she loves most and toward a hazy new understanding of who she will become.In the present, Edith visits Boston feeling like a failure of a writer, a failure of a girl, and wracked with guilt over Val’s death. Val, the intrepid wanderer, had drifted in and out of Edith’s life, arriving in Texas with estrogen pills and wisdom from a life on the road. A sometimes lover, sometimes trans mentor, Val was everything Tessa wasn’t and everything Edith needed. Home alone in Texas, she is left loveless and exhausted as the state slowly chips away at trans rights. Was Val’s fatal car crash Edith’s fault? Would she have stayed put if Edith had loved her better?Katherine Packert Burke’s debut novel unfolds like a rusty pocketknife, jagged and lacerating. Infused with pop culture, cigarettes, and Sondheim, Still Life traces the lives of three friends, authentic and evolving, loving and cruel, here and gone, to craft a tableau of modern womanhood.