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The Awakening of Dr. Brown
by Kathleen CreightonEMERGENCY! Well, not of the medical sort. But one look at young, idealistic Dr. Ethan Brown and Joanna Dunn realized she had it bad— and only the good doctor could cure her. And while she knew that dreams of white lace and wedding bells were not for her, was it so wrong to pretend, just for a little while, that she and Ethan belonged together? When it came to Joanna, Ethan, too, was stymied— for here was a woman whose stock-in-trade was in reinventing herself. Yet whatever form she was taking now, Ethan was finding her impossible to resist. Dare he indulge his dreams of a future together— even if she had a nightmare of a past?
The Awakening of Miss Prim
by Natalia Sanmartin Fenollera'A beautifully written novel. Its characters are brought to life so eloquently, and the blossoming of Miss Prim is so complete: she learns the value in life and love that has been lost in our modern-day hustle. An exquisite book and a joy to read' Deborah Rodriguez, New York Times bestselling author of The Little Coffee Shop of KabulIn this #1 international bestseller, a young woman leaves everything behind to work as a librarian in a remote French village: a delightful tale of love, literature, philosophy and the search for happiness. Prudencia Prim is a young woman of intelligence and achievement, with a deep knowledge of literature and several letters after her name. But when she accepts the post of private librarian in the village of San Ireneo de Arnois, she is unprepared for what she encounters there. Her employer, a book-loving intellectual, is dashing yet contrarian, always ready with a critique of her cherished Jane Austen and Louisa May Alcott. The neighbours, too, are capable of charm and eccentricity in equal measure, determined as they are to preserve their singular little community from the modern world outside. Prudencia hoped for friendship in San Ireneo but she didn't suspect that she might find love - nor that the course of her new life would run quite so rocky, would offer challenge and heartache as well as joy, discovery and fireside debate. The Awakening of Miss Prim is a distinctive and delightfully entertaining tale of literature, philosophy and the search for happiness.
The Awakening of Miss Prim: A Novel
by Natalia Sanmartin FenolleraIn this #1 international bestseller, a young woman leaves everything behind to work as a librarian in a remote French village, where she finds her outlook on life and love challenged in every way.Prudencia Prim is a young woman of intelligence and achievement, with a deep knowledge of literature and several letters after her name. But when she accepts the post of private librarian in the village of San Ireneo de Arnois, she is unprepared for what she encounters there. Her employer, a book-loving intellectual, is dashing yet contrarian, always ready with a critique of her cherished Jane Austen and Louisa May Alcott. The neighbors, too, are capable of charm and eccentricity in equal measure, determined as they are to preserve their singular little community from the modern world outside. Prudencia hoped for friendship in San Ireneo but she didn't suspect that she might find love—nor that the course of her new life would run quite so rocky or would offer challenge and heartache as well as joy, discovery, and fireside debate. Set against a backdrop of steaming cups of tea, freshly baked cakes, and lovely company, The Awakening of Miss Prim is a distinctive and delightfully entertaining tale of literature, philosophy, and the search for happiness.
The Awakening of Poppy Edwards
by Marguerite KayeLos Angeles, 1924Broadway producer Lewis Cartsdyke has come to Hollywood with a business proposition for starlet Poppy Edwards. But as he's watching her sing in a downtown club, dressed in a man's suit that skims her lush curves, a much more wicked proposal comes to mind.Poppy has fame, wealth and an aversion to love. Lewis offers the kind of passion she craves-delicious, sensual heat without complications. Night after night she abandons herself to sensation, promising she won't lose her heart the way her sister did. But for Lewis, uncomplicated is no longer enough-and soon he won't be satisfied until he's claimed all of Poppy in blissful surrender.
The Awakening: A Paranormal Romance Novel (The Graveyard Queen #7)
by Amanda StevensTo help a child’s ghost solve the mystery of her death, a cemetery restorer must face her own personal demons in this romantic urban fantasy.My name is Amelia Gray, and I’m a cemetery restorer who lives with the dead. An anonymous donor has hired me to restore Woodbine Cemetery, a place where the rich and powerful bury their secrets. Forty years ago, a child disappeared without a trace and now her ghost has awakened, demanding that I uncover the truth about her death. Only I know that she was murdered. Only I can bring her killer to justice. But the clues that I follow—a haunting melody and an unnamed baby’s grave—lead me to a series of disturbing suspects.For generations, The Devlins have been members of Charleston’s elite. John Devlin once turned his back on the expectations that came with his birthright, but now he has seemingly accepted his rightful place. His family’s secrets make him a questionable ally. When my investigation brings me to the gates of his family’s palatial home, I have to wonder if he is about to become my mortal enemy.
The Awakening: A Vampire Huntress Legend (Vampire Huntress Legend Series #2)
by L. A. BanksA paranormal romance about a vampire slayer who confronts her old lover “solidifies [this] intriguing, dark series as a project worth watching” (Booklist).There is a vampire war brewing in the underworld and at the center of it all is Damali Richards, spoken word artist and Vampire Huntress. But she is not just any Vampire Huntress, she is the millenium Neteru. A woman so potentially powerful that the vampire world is about to invoke a bloody battle that threatens to spill over onto her streets in order to possess her. It’s just a matter of who will get to her first. Fallon Nuit, a rogue vampire, is one of the most powerful Damali has ever encountered and he has allied himself with the deadly Amanrath demons in order to claim her. But the Vampire Council has plans for her as well. And now an unlikely variable has entered into the equation, an ex-lover now turned vampire with an agenda of his own. And she must risk trusting him once more if they are to survive.Praise for Minion, the first book in The Vampire Huntress Legends“[Banks is] wildly creative and invents a totally new and refreshing milieu.” —Fangoria“Blade meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer . . . A pulsating blood-booster.” —Kirkus Reviews“An exciting premise and a cliffhanger ending . . . packs a powerful punch.” —Booklist“An action-packed journey . . . If you enjoy Anne Rice, Blade or Buffy then Minion is the novel you have been waiting for.” —Tananarive Due, author The Good House“L.A. Banks writes a killer vamp series.” —New York Times–bestselling author Sherrilynn Kenyon
The Awakening: The Awakening Part I (Mystere Parish Ser. #3)
by Jana DeLeonA detective has a true mystery on his hands in New York Times bestselling author Jana DeLeon’s classic story of things that go bump in the night…It could be a mythical creature wreaking havoc on a Mystere hotel…or a malicious vandal. It’s detective Tanner LeDoux’s first case and—much to his chagrin—the hotel belongs to Josie Bettencourt, once the most popular girl in town and his unrequited love. A woman who now doesn’t even recognize him.Josie’s poor memory is Tanner’s luck, however. He has a chance to be the strong, sexy hero who protects her and her hotel from mounting danger. Tanner’s no believer in the old ways, but one stormy night, he sees something horrific he can’t explain. And he knows, without a doubt, whatever lurks in Honey Island Swamp means to keep Josie from him forever!Originally published in 2012
The Awakening: The Dragon Heart Legacy Book 1 (The Dragon Heart Legacy #1)
by Nora RobertsFrom Sunday Times bestseller Nora Roberts - a tale of adventure, magic and finding your home'If you're after the perfect pick-me-up, take-me-away-from-the-world read, then she's your woman' The Guardian'Nora Roberts is, quite simply, a one-woman phenomenon'Heat'I love Nora Roberts'Stephen KingMists, shimmering silver fingers, rose over the pale green water of the lake. They twined and twisted toward a sky quietly gray, while in the east, over the hills, a pink blush waited, like a held breath, to waken.Breen Kelly had always been a rule follower. So, when her father left when she was twelve years old, promising to return, she waited. Now, more than a decade later, she's working at a job she hates and is tired of the life that playing by the rules has dealt her. It's time to make a change. Breen makes a leap into the unknown with a summer trip to Ireland - her father's homeland. Little does she know how much of a leap until a walk in the woods leads her through a portal into another world - Talamh - where Breen will find magic, family and a destiny she could never have dreamed of
The Awakening: The Dragon Heart Legacy Book 1 (The Dragon Heart Legacy)
by Nora RobertsThe first in a brand new trilogy from Sunday Times bestseller Nora Roberts, The Awakening is a story of adventure, magic and finding your home Mists, shimmering silver fingers, rose over the pale green water of the lake. They twined and twisted toward a sky quietly gray, while in the east, over the hills, a pink blush waited, like a held breath, to waken.Breen Kelly had always been a rule follower. So, when her father left when she was twelve years old, promising to return, she waited. Now, more than a decade later, she's working at a job she hates and is tired of the life that playing by the rules has dealt her. It's time to make a change. Breen makes a leap into the unknown with a summer trip to Ireland - her father's homeland. Little does she know how much of a leap until a walk in the woods leads her through a portal into another world - Talamh - where Breen will find magic, family and a destiny she could never have dreamed of'If you're after the perfect pick-me-up, take-me-away-from-the-world read, then she's your woman' The Guardian'Nora Roberts is, quite simply, a one-woman phenomenon'Heat'I love Nora Roberts'Stephen King
The Awakening: The Dragon Heart Legacy, Book 1 (The Dragon Heart Legacy #1)
by Nora Roberts#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts begins a new trilogy of adventure, romance, and magick in The Awakening.In the realm of Talamh, a teenage warrior named Keegan emerges from a lake holding a sword—representing both power and the terrifying responsibility to protect the Fey. In another realm known as Philadelphia, a young woman has just discovered she possesses a treasure of her own…When Breen Kelly was a girl, her father would tell her stories of magical places. Now she’s an anxious twentysomething mired in student debt and working a job she hates. But one day she stumbles upon a shocking discovery: her mother has been hiding an investment account in her name. It has been funded by her long-lost father—and it’s worth nearly four million dollars.This newfound fortune would be life-changing for anyone. But little does Breen know that when she uses some of the money to journey to Ireland, it will unlock mysteries she couldn’t have imagined. Here, she will begin to understand why she kept seeing that silver-haired, elusive man, why she imagined his voice in her head saying Come home, Breen Siobhan. It’s time you came home. Why she dreamed of dragons. And where her true destiny lies—through a portal in Galway that takes her to a land of faeries and mermaids, to a man named Keegan, and to the courage in her own heart that will guide her through a powerful, dangerous destiny…
The Awakenings
by Sarah MaineAn immersive and compelling novel that explores the struggle by two women, divided across centuries, for control over their lives, set against a beautiful historical backdrop.'An echo of Daphne du Maurier' IndependentYorkshire, 1890. Having lost her father and brothers in tragic circumstances, Olwen Malkon is forced to leave her childhood home to live with her uncle's family. In his chill vicarage, however, she fears that she is also losing her mind, as strange dreams take her into the life of Ælfwyn, a woman from a distant past whose fate is overshadowed by menace and betrayal.In the grip of these afflictions, Olwen finds sympathy with the local doctor, John Osbourne, who is intrigued by her case. Suspecting darker undercurrents are at work, John comes into conflict with Olwen's family, who dismiss her as a hysteric and, when he seeks to protect her, with the law.As the dreams intensify, danger awaits them both. But when they begin to mirror reality, she and John start to suspect that it is these visions of the past which hold the answers . . .
The Awakenings
by Sarah MaineAn immersive and compelling novel that explores the struggle by two women, divided across centuries, for control over their lives, set against a beautiful historical backdrop.'An echo of Daphne du Maurier' IndependentYorkshire, 1890. Having lost her father and brothers in tragic circumstances, Olwen Malkon is forced to leave her childhood home to live with her uncle's family. In his chill vicarage, however, she fears that she is also losing her mind, as strange dreams take her into the life of Ælfwyn, a woman from a distant past whose fate is overshadowed by menace and betrayal.In the grip of these afflictions, Olwen finds sympathy with the local doctor, John Osbourne, who is intrigued by her case. Suspecting darker undercurrents are at work, John comes into conflict with Olwen's family, who dismiss her as a hysteric and, when he seeks to protect her, with the law.As the dreams intensify, danger awaits them both. But when they begin to mirror reality, she and John start to suspect that it is these visions of the past which hold the answers . . .(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
The Award: A Novel
by Danielle Steel<P>Capturing historical events, terrifying moments of danger, tragedy, the price of war, and the invincible spirit of a woman of honor, The Award is a monumental tale from one of our most gifted storytellers--Danielle Steel's finest, most emotionally resonant novel yet. <P> Gaëlle de Barbet is sixteen years old in 1940 when the German army occupies France and frightening changes begin to occur. She is shocked and powerless when French gendarmes take away her closest friend, Rebekah Feldmann, and her family for deportation to an unknown, ominous fate. <P>The local German military commandant makes Gaëlle's family estate outside Lyon into his headquarters. Her father and brother are killed by the Germans; her mother fades away into madness. Trusted friends and employees become traitors. And Gaëlle begins a perilous journey with the French Resistance, hoping to save lives to make up for the beloved friend she could do nothing to help. <P>Taking terrifying risks, Gaëlle becomes a valuable member of the Resistance, fearlessly delivering Jewish children to safety under the eyes of the Gestapo and their French collaborators. Then she is suddenly approached by the German commandant with an astonishing, dangerous plan to save part of France's artistic heritage. Conducted in secret, flawlessly carried out, her missions will mark her for years, when she is falsely accused of collaboration at the end of the war. Orphaned and alone, she begins a new life in Paris, with the ghosts of the past always close at hand. <P>Gaëlle's life will take her from Paris to New York, from a career as a Dior model to marriage and motherhood, unbearable loss, and mature, lasting love. She returns to Paris to run a small museum, honoring victims of the Holocaust. But her label as a collaborator remains, until her granddaughter, a respected political journalist, ensures that her grandmother's brave acts are recognized. Now a grateful nation will finally absolve this remarkable woman and honor her as the war hero she was. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
The Awesome CEO (Volume #2)
by Qing SeFour years ago, when he had put her in prison with his own hands, she had thought he hated her to the bone, but had often "bumped into" him when she was released from prison. She was embarrassed by the manager, who dropped from the sky and bowed his head in apology to her with everyone else. She was taken advantage of by the greasy man. He came down from the sky and beat the greasy man to a pulp. She was humiliated by the green tea bitch. He descended from the sky and transferred the entire mansion to her name. She couldn't stand it any longer, "That Chi guy, do you know that your wife knows that you're meddling in other people's business?" He brought the marriage certificate. "Ask yourself that!" She looked at their names on the marriage certificate and said angrily, "I'm a bachelor dog. When did I get married?" He pulled her into his arms. "Mrs. Chi, from today onwards, you are not allowed to come close to any other man. You are not allowed to mention any male creatures in front of me …"
The Awesome CEO (Volume 1 #1)
by Qing SeFour years ago, when he had put her in prison with his own hands, she had thought he hated her to the bone, but had often "bumped into" him when she was released from prison. She was embarrassed by the manager, who dropped from the sky and bowed his head in apology to her with everyone else. She was taken advantage of by the greasy man. He came down from the sky and beat the greasy man to a pulp. She was humiliated by the green tea bitch. He descended from the sky and transferred the entire mansion to her name. She couldn't stand it any longer, "That Chi guy, do you know that your wife knows that you're meddling in other people's business?" He brought the marriage certificate. "Ask yourself that!" She looked at their names on the marriage certificate and said angrily, "I'm a bachelor dog. When did I get married?" He pulled her into his arms. "Mrs. Chi, from today onwards, you are not allowed to come close to any other man. You are not allowed to mention any male creatures in front of me …"
The Awesome CEO: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Qing SeFour years ago, when he had put her in prison with his own hands, she had thought he hated her to the bone, but had often "bumped into" him when she was released from prison. She was embarrassed by the manager, who dropped from the sky and bowed his head in apology to her with everyone else. She was taken advantage of by the greasy man. He came down from the sky and beat the greasy man to a pulp. She was humiliated by the green tea bitch. He descended from the sky and transferred the entire mansion to her name. She couldn't stand it any longer, "That Chi guy, do you know that your wife knows that you're meddling in other people's business?" He brought the marriage certificate. "Ask yourself that!" She looked at their names on the marriage certificate and said angrily, "I'm a bachelor dog. When did I get married?" He pulled her into his arms. "Mrs. Chi, from today onwards, you are not allowed to come close to any other man. You are not allowed to mention any male creatures in front of me …"
The Awesome CEO: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Qing SeFour years ago, when he had put her in prison with his own hands, she had thought he hated her to the bone, but had often "bumped into" him when she was released from prison.She was embarrassed by the manager, who dropped from the sky and bowed his head in apology to her with everyone else.She was taken advantage of by the greasy man. He came down from the sky and beat the greasy man to a pulp.She was humiliated by the green tea bitch. He descended from the sky and transferred the entire mansion to her name.She couldn't stand it any longer, "That Chi guy, do you know that your wife knows that you're meddling in other people's business?"He brought the marriage certificate. "Ask yourself that!"She looked at their names on the marriage certificate and said angrily, "I'm a bachelor dog. When did I get married?"He pulled her into his arms. "Mrs. Chi, from today onwards, you are not allowed to come close to any other man. You are not allowed to mention any male creatures in front of me …"
The Awesome CEO: Volume 5 (Volume 5 #5)
by Qing SeFour years ago, when he had put her in prison with his own hands, she had thought he hated her to the bone, but had often "bumped into" him when she was released from prison.She was embarrassed by the manager, who dropped from the sky and bowed his head in apology to her with everyone else.She was taken advantage of by the greasy man. He came down from the sky and beat the greasy man to a pulp.She was humiliated by the green tea bitch. He descended from the sky and transferred the entire mansion to her name.She couldn't stand it any longer, "That Chi guy, do you know that your wife knows that you're meddling in other people's business?"He brought the marriage certificate. "Ask yourself that!"She looked at their names on the marriage certificate and said angrily, "I'm a bachelor dog. When did I get married?"He pulled her into his arms. "Mrs. Chi, from today onwards, you are not allowed to come close to any other man. You are not allowed to mention any male creatures in front of me …"
The Awkward Path to Getting Lucky: A Novel
by Summer HeacockIn thirty-four days, it will have been exactly two years to the day since I’ve had sex. Having sex wasn’t exactly high on Kat Carmichael’s priority list while her successful bakery was taking off, especially since things hadn’t been working very well in that department. And the last time she and her boyfriend, Ryan, even attempted the act, they found it to be physically impossible—resulting in pain and disappointment for Kat instead of sunshine and orgasms.With just over a month until their four-year anniversary, Kat calls for a break in her relationship with Ryan, encouraging him to see other people while she throws herself into physical therapy. Yet even with the well-intentioned (but wildly inappropriate) attempts at help from her best friends, Kat quickly discovers that a solo mission may not be the best approach.Fortunately, physical therapist Ben Cleary, the shop’s best (looking) customer, volunteers to help out—strictly as a friend, of course. But as the line between love and friendship begins to blur, Kat stands to lose much more than a functioning set of lady bits if she can’t figure out what to hang on to…and what to let go.
The B.E.S.T. Marriage: Why Settle for Less?
by Anthony DelaneyIf you&’re imperfect… and your spouse is imperfect… then is a healthy, vibrant marriage possible?As any couple can attest, maintaining a marriage is always easier said than done. But no matter where you and your spouse have been—and no matter where you need to be—there are practical steps you can take to take your marriage from better to B.E.S.T.The B.E.S.T. Marriage is a lively, humorous guide to making a marriage work. Whether you&’re considering marriage (or remarriage), you&’re happily married, or you&’re currently struggling in a relationship, discover how your life and love can improve with Blessing, Encouraging, Sharing, and Touching. Marriage isn&’t easy—but it doesn&’t have to be impossible. Get hard-hitting advice and enjoy the journey toward developing the marriage you want.
The B.E.S.T. Marriage: Why Settle for Less?
by Anthony DelaneyIf you&’re imperfect… and your spouse is imperfect… then is a healthy, vibrant marriage possible?As any couple can attest, maintaining a marriage is always easier said than done. But no matter where you and your spouse have been—and no matter where you need to be—there are practical steps you can take to take your marriage from better to B.E.S.T.The B.E.S.T. Marriage is a lively, humorous guide to making a marriage work. Whether you&’re considering marriage (or remarriage), you&’re happily married, or you&’re currently struggling in a relationship, discover how your life and love can improve with Blessing, Encouraging, Sharing, and Touching. Marriage isn&’t easy—but it doesn&’t have to be impossible. Get hard-hitting advice and enjoy the journey toward developing the marriage you want.
The BFF Bride: The Bff Bride Puppy Love For The Veterinarian His Surprise Son (Return to the Double C #9)
by Allison LeighA childhood kiss might just lead to happily ever after in the New York Times–bestselling author’s contemporary Western romance.Tabby Taggert will never forget Justin Clay’s fateful words on the playground—”You might as well just kiss me. It’s gonna happen, one way or another.” And she’ll never forget the resulting childhood kiss that ended in a broken nose!They’ve been best friends ever since. But four years ago, after a misguided night of passion, Justin went from best friend to worst heartbreak in Tabby’s book. Now he’s back in Weaver, Wyoming. The closer they get, the more Tabby wants to run. And when she takes a drastic step to escape, it might be time for Justin to call her bluff—just like he did on the playground—and make her his bride . . .
The Baby Album (9 Months Later)
by Roz Denny FoxThis isn't the life Casey Sinclair imagined. No husband, no job…and a baby on the way. To pay the bills, Casey takes a position at Wyatt Keene's photography studio. It's not perfect, but what choice does she have? The fact that she finds Wyatt incredibly attractive is an unexpected bonus.But something's holding Wyatt back. And Casey thinks she knows what it is—he's still grieving the loss of his wife and unborn child. So she hides her own pregnancy. As Casey and Wyatt get closer, it becomes more difficult for her to reveal her secret. Lying to her boss was a bad way to start, but how can Casey tell him the truth now—just when everything she's always wanted is in reach?
The Baby Arrangement
by Lisa DysonA nine-month business deal Bree Tucker's company is her everything. So when she becomes pregnant after a fling, she knows she can't be a mother. She has no room for a baby in her life and zero maternal instinct. But the father, Nick Harmon, vows to raise the child on his own. Fine by Bree. Thing is, he wants to be right by her side for the next nine months. That can only mean trouble. Nick makes her feel things no other man has. Surely her growing attraction to Nick is pregnancy hormones and not the idea that he'd make a wonderful dad...
The Baby Arrangement
by Samantha ChaseWhat do you do when a baby is dropped on your doorstep and you're not sure if the father is you or your wayward brother? If you're Derek Sloan you freak out as your perfectly organized world suddenly becomes filled with chaos. With his brother nowhere to be found and fatherhood is suddenly thrust upon him, Derek is desperate for any help he can get.What do you do when the man you've been crushing on suddenly has a need and you are the only one he wants to fill it?You do a little happy dance and pinch yourself to make sure you're not dreaming! For five years Kayleigh Mitchell has longed for her boss to notice her and now that he has, she can only hope that he'll come to see her as more than a temporary solution to his problem, but someone that he wants around for the long haul.A sweet and tender contemporary romance perfect for fans of Susan Mallery, Bella Andre, and Marie ForceThe Life, Love and Babies Contemporary Romance Series: The Baby Arrangement (Book 1) Baby, I'm Yours (Book 2) Baby, Me Mine (Book 3)What readers are saying about The Baby Arrangement"A wonderful story of love and family..." "Another Samantha Chase Book that hits all the spots that make you feel warm inside. If you like happy endings this will be a good book for you to read." "Enchanting story, tastefully written. More important it ends with happily ever after." "A wonderful, heartwarming story of two totally opposite people, who unite together for the welfare of the baby" "Two loving and kindhearted people coming together in a sweet romance with a beautiful baby girl that becomes the light of their lives. My heart is full of joy with this great read." "A very sweet story about two people being brought together by a baby." What readers are saying about Samantha Chase"I love Samantha Chase books - I've read them all and can't wait for her to write more!" "Samantha Chase has an amazing talent for writing and each new book that she writes makes that talent shine through even more." "Samantha Chase is a master at writing sweet romances that you just want to curl up with." "Samantha Chase has a way of drawing you in and holding you captive right to the very end." "[Samantha Chase's] stories have a way of wrapping around the heart."