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The Batboy
by Terry O'ReillySeventeen-year-old Thad Stevens loves baseball -- he’s loved it for as long as he can remember. Thad’s dream of becoming a batboy comes true when he’s chosen to be on the squad for the Buzzards, a local, semi-pro baseball team.His duties put him in constant contact with his idol, shortstop Iggy Hernandez. Thad struggles with his growing attraction to the handsome ball player.One day Thad accidentally discovers Iggy has a secret life. What will Thad do with this new information, and what implications does it have for the young batboy and his relationship with the man he admires?
The Bath Charade: The Bath Quadrille, The Bath Charade, And The Bath Eccentric's Son (The Bath Trilogy #2)
by Amanda ScottThe town of Bath offers ample opportunities for mischief—and romance Carolyn Hardy, determined to hold out for the true love promised in the romance novels she devours, has already broken two betrothals. Although she attracts the attention of many men—including the Prince Regent&’s brother—she knows little of their more unsavory ways, and resents the efforts of her guardian, elegant Sydney Saint-Denis, to shield her from them. To prove her mettle, heedless of any risk, Carolyn flirts more outrageously than ever, even with a gypsy prince. She certainly doesn&’t view Sydney as a potential suitor. In no way does the foppish man resemble the hero of her dreams. But she will learn that there&’s more to Sydney than meets the eye . . . The Bath Charade is the 2nd book in the Bath Trilogy, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
The Bath Eccentric's Son: The Bath Quadrille, The Bath Charade, And The Bath Eccentric's Son (The Bath Trilogy #3)
by Amanda ScottOn the run from a loathsome proposal, a woman receives a surprising offer that might just lead her to true love . . . Nell Bradbourne&’s life is turned upside down when she loses her estate to her cousin, Jarvis. When he pursues her hand in marriage, too, Nell flees to Bath. It&’s not long before she encounters the dashing and mischievous Brandon Manningford, whose ailing father—a cold and distant man—has just burdened him with a wholly unexpected task. Brandon and Nell both have something to gain by entering into an alliance—but what will happen when their feelings for each other threaten to upset their tenuous partnership? The Bath Eccentric's Son is the 3rd book in the Bath Trilogy, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
The Bath Quadrille: The Bath Quadrille, The Bath Charade, And The Bath Eccentric's Son (The Bath Trilogy #1)
by Amanda ScottCan two passionate people stop fighting long enough to admit their love for each other? After spirited Lady Sybilla Calverton discovers her husband , the Earl of Ramsbury, in an embrace with the notorious Lady Fanny Mandeville, she returns to her father&’s home in Bath determined to match the wayward Ramsbury scandal for scandal. When the Earl learns that his wife has stirred gossip by being seen too often with elegant collector Sydney St. Denis, he hastens to Bath to see if the gossip is true—and to reinsert himself into Sybilla&’s affairs. Quarrels immediately reignite between them—and so does their passion. But are their strong wills the only threat to their love, or is someone deliberately trying to destroy their tempestuous marriage? The Bath Quadrille is the 1st book in the Bath Trilogy, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
The Bath Trilogy: The Bath Quadrille, The Bath Charade, and The Bath Eccentric's Son (The Bath Trilogy #1)
by Amanda ScottThree sparkling Regency romance novels set in the fashionable resort town of Bath from the USA Today–bestselling author, &“a most gifted storyteller&” (RT Book Reviews). Founded by the Romans and transformed into a fashionable spa resort by the Georgians, the picturesque town of Bath thrives during the Regency, drawing dukes and duchesses, lords and ladies. It is a place of sophisticated entertainments where love has many opportunities to flower—and one&’s every move is fodder for gossip. After a series of misunderstandings, Lord and Lady Ramsbury no longer live together. Can they ever stop quarreling long enough to acknowledge their mutual passion? Meanwhile, Lady Ramsbury&’s friend, Sydney Saint-Denis, discovers that his mother&’s troublemaking goddaughter Carolyn is now a lovely young lady and her potential for mischief has become much, much greater. And Lady Ramsbury&’s scapegrace brother Brandon Manningford finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Nell Bradbourne, the young woman he hires to fulfill his ill father&’s curious final request.
The Battle for Big School
by Sarah TuckerThere are 50 places at The Oaks, the best grammar school in Letchbury, and 1,000 children applying. Competition is fierce and parents are prepared to do everything and anything to get their child one of the coveted spaces. Close friends Lily, Julie, Karen and househusband Paul aren't overly concerned. After all, aren't their children are bright and sociable enough? But they're quickly shaken out of their complacency when enrolment time approaches and turns out to be little more than a rigged lottery, where only the most ruthless hold the cards. Marriages and friendships crumble under the pressure, fake addresses abound and tutors rates soar. As measures get more and more extreme, the four quickly rally their troops and throw themselves into the battle for big school. Initially wary to be in competition with each other, they realise that the only way of out-smarting the rest of the pack is by coming up with a plan. Because getting their kids into The Oaks will demand determination and strategy akin to Mission Impossible ...
The Battle for Jericho
by Gene GantA battle is brewing in the conservative little town of Webster's Glen. Gay activist Dylan Cussler stirs up the establishment when he moves in with his boyfriend and sues the state over its gay adoption ban. Sixteen-year-old Jericho Jiles and his best friend, Mac Travis, decide to do their bit to convince Dylan and his boyfriend to leave town. But when Dylan turns up before they can finish trashing his house, Jericho panics, leaving Dylan unconscious and wounded. Drowning in guilt, Jericho returns to Dylan's home to make amends. He is surprised when Dylan forgives him and opens his eyes to the world around him. Soon Jericho comes to a life-changing realization: he is attracted to boys as well as girls. That's a problem, considering Jericho has a girlfriend and very strict, very religious parents. Accepting his sexuality means he must question not only his identity and his place in the world but his relationship with his girlfriend, his parents, and with God. And so begins the battle for Jericho's soul. Winner in the 2013 Rainbow Awards.First: Best Bisexual NovelNinth: Best LGBT Young Adult
The Battle of Evernight: The Ill-made Mute, The Lady Of The Sorrows, The Battle Of Evernight (The Bitterbynde Trilogy #3)
by Cecilia Dart-ThorntonThe Lady of the Sorrows embarks on a perilous quest in a wild realm of magic and malevolence to reunite with her enigmatic lover and end a terrible war To save her loved ones from catastrophe, the Lady of the Sorrows urgently seeks to uncover the secrets of her past. Yet those mysteries, once revealed, will be more extraordinary and harrowing than she could have imagined. The lady journeys to the terrible fortress of the Raven Prince in Evernight, despite the Bitterbynde curse that is distorting her memories and the onset of a debilitating malady for which a cure may never be found. As a battle for the destiny of the world begins, the lady must make a fateful decision. If she reveals what she knows, she will liberate 2 worlds—or incite the downfall of everything she loves. The stunning conclusion to her acclaimed Bitterbynde Trilogy, The Battle of Evernight is the crowning literary achievement of author Cecilia Dart-Thornton, who has been praised as Australia&’s J. R. R. Tolkien. Lyrical and breathtaking, a bold and bittersweet fantasy born from ancient legends and folklore passed down through the ages, it is a magnificent contribution to the canon of Western fantasy literature.
The Battle of Iron Gulch (The Town of Superstition #3)
by R. G. ThomasSequel to The Well of TearsThe Town of Superstition: Book ThreeThaddeus Cane has finally reached the foot of Wraith Mountain. He hopes to find his mother--changed into a dragon by the witch Isadora many years ago--and bring her back to Superstition to live with him and his father. With Teofil, his garden gnome boyfriend, and Teofil's mother, sister, and their new elf friend, Thaddeus discovers that getting to his mother will not be as easy as they'd hoped. They are forced to shelter in the small town of Iron Gulch where Thaddeus's father takes a job to secure the equipment they need to climb the mountain. The longer they stay in Iron Gulch, the more Thaddeus comes to believe things in the town are not as pleasant as they appear. When a new and vicious enemy reveals itself, Thaddeus and his group are thrust into a fight not only for their lives, but for the lives of the Iron Gulch residents. As the battle rages, they discover Thaddeus's mother and struggle to free her and end Isadora's tyranny once and for all.
The Battle of the Bookshops: A Novel
by Poppy AlexanderA charming literary-themed novel about a young woman determined to save her great-aunt’s beloved bookshop from extinction by the shiny new competition—which also happens to be run by the handsome son of her family’s rivals.The cute, seaside town of Portneath has been the home of Capelthorne’s Books for nearly a hundred years…The shop, in the heart of a high street that stretches crookedly down the hill from the castle to the sea, may be a tad run-down these days, but to Jules Capelthorne, the wonky, dusty world of literary treasures is full of precious childhood memories. When her great-aunt Florence gets too frail to run it alone, Jules ditches her junior publishing job in London and comes home to make the bookshop’s hundredth birthday a celebration to remember.Jules quickly discovers things are worse than she ever imagined: The bookshop is close to bankruptcy, unlikely to make it to its own centenary celebration, and the lease on the building is up for renewal. With a six-figure sum needed, the future looks bleak.To make matters worse, the owner of the property is the insufferable Roman Montbeau, from the posh, local family who owns half of Portneath. The Montbeaus and Capelthornes have feuded for years, and Roman has clearly not improved since he tormented Jules as a child. Fresh from a high-flying career in New York, he is on a mission to shake things up, and—unforgivably—proves his point about Capelthorne’s being a relic of the past by opening a new bookshop directly opposite—a shiny, plate-glass-windowed emporium of books.Jules may not be able to splash the cash on promotions and marketing like the Montbeaus, but she’s got some ideas of her own, plus she has a tenacity that may just win the hardest of hearts and the most hopeless of conflicts.Let the battle of the bookshops commence…
The Battle of the Villa Fiorita: A Virago Modern Classic (Virago Modern Classics #166)
by Rumer GoddenBy the author of Black Narcissus.'One of our best and most captivating novelists' Philip HensherWhen their mother leaves the country to be with her lover, Hugh and Caddie Clavering's seemingly perfect life falls apart. Devestated, and desperate for her to come back, the children travel alone to the Villa Fiorita on Lake Garda, determined not to leave without her. On arrival, they can tell Fanny and Rob are deeply in love, and their mother is happier than they've ever seen her, but the scheme lives on and Rob's young daughter is only too glad to help destroy their relationship. Will Hugh and Caddie realise that their actions have consequences before it is too late?
The Battle of the Villa Fiorita: A Virago Modern Classic (Vmc Ser. #334)
by Rumer GoddenBy the author of Black Narcissus.'One of our best and most captivating novelists' Philip HensherWhen their mother leaves the country to be with her lover, Hugh and Caddie Clavering's seemingly perfect life falls apart. Devestated, and desperate for her to come back, the children travel alone to the Villa Fiorita on Lake Garda, determined not to leave without her. On arrival, they can tell Fanny and Rob are deeply in love, and their mother is happier than they've ever seen her, but the scheme lives on and Rob's young daughter is only too glad to help destroy their relationship. Will Hugh and Caddie realise that their actions have consequences before it is too late?
The Battling Bluestocking
by Amanda ScottWill Jessica Sutton-Drew win the argument, or will she win his heart?Strong-willed and intelligent, Miss Jessica Sutton-Drew enjoys championing worthy causes such as women&’s independence, much like her formidable aunt, Susan Peele, London&’s most daunting bluestocking, and regardless of other relatives&’ protests against such unladylike behavior. But Miss Sutton-Drew may have met her match in Sir Brian Gregory, a shockingly wealthy mine owner and local magistrate, who is also handsome, brilliant, and charming. Convinced that Sir Brian is guilty of any number of social injustices, Jessica resists his enticing flattery and flirtation. But can she cease her battling ways long enough to listen to her heart? Or will oncoming scandal ruin everything before she recognizes the truth?
The Bawdy Bride
by Amanda ScottPassion and treachery give this Regency romance a gothic twist—from the USA Today–bestselling author, &“a most gifted storyteller&” (RT Book Reviews). As the third and last unwed daughter of an earl, Lady Anne Davies doesn&’t expect her marriage to be a love match. She is in need of a husband. Lord Michael St. Ledgers needs a woman to run his home and be a mother to his orphaned niece and nephew. It seems the ideal business arrangement. When Anne travels to Michael&’s ancestral estate, the Priory, deep in the Derbyshire countryside, she starts to uncover his disturbing secrets. Michael&’s brother perished under mysterious circumstances, and now someone at the Priory is stalking her. As Anne begins to fear for her life, she realizes that the greatest danger may come from the man she has come to trust—and love.
The Baxters Take Four: The Baxters Take One, The Baxters Take Two, The Baxters Take Three, The Baxters Take Four (The Baxters—Above the Line #No. 4)
by Karen KingsburyAre fairytale endings only in the movies?Keith Ellison and Dayne Matthews have finally inked a deal to have the nation&’s top young actor star in their current film. But at the same time, the actor takes a very public fall that threatens his reputation among his fan base. Meanwhile, healing happens for Andi Ellison in her relationship with God, her family, and those she loves, but is it too late? The new producers find they must truly act as missionaries in order to help save the film, their families, and the young movie star. Breakthroughs take place that the public will never know about, as the possibility of saving the world through film is finally a very real possibility.Part of New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury's beloved Baxter series that begins with Redemption, Remember, Return, and Rejoice, now streaming onlineInspirational women's fiction with plenty of heart and a thread of sweet romance
The Baxters Take One: The Baxters Take One, The Baxters Take Two, The Baxters Take Three, The Baxters Take Four (The Baxters—Above the Line #1)
by Karen KingsburyTwo unknown producers struggle to fulfill their dreams to change lives through the power of film. With millions of investors&’ dollars on the line, everything starts to fall apart and they realize they may be in over their heads. Is it possible to beat the odds and make a movie unlike anything ever done before? Or, will they lose everything in the process?Could they change the world—before the world changes them? Filmmakers Chase Ryan and Keith Ellison left the mission field of Indonesia for the mission field of Hollywood with a dream bigger than both of them. Now they have done the impossible: raised enough money to produce a feature film with a message that could change the world. But as Chase and Keith begin shooting, their well-laid plans begin to unravel. With millions of dollars on the line, they make a desperate attempt to keep the film from falling apart—even as a temperamental actress, a botched production schedule, and their own insecurities leave little room for the creative and spiritual passion that once motivated them. Was God really behind this movie after all? A chance meeting and friendship with John Baxter could bring the encouragement they need to stay on mission and produce a movie that will actually change people&’s lives. In the midst of the questions and the cameras, is it possible to keep things above the line and make a movie unlike anything done before—or is the risk too great for everyone?Part of New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury's beloved Baxter series that begins with Redemption, Remember, Return, and Rejoice, now streaming onlineInspirational women's fiction with plenty of heart and a thread of sweet romance
The Baxters Take Three: The Baxters Take One, The Baxters Take Two, The Baxters Take Three, The Baxters Take Four (The Baxters—Above the Line #3)
by Karen KingsburyFor the sake of a dream . . . or the love of fame?Chase Ryan and Keith Ellison set out to change the world with their films--and they are finally seeing their dreams come true. The dedicated producers are deep in negotiations with America's top young movie star to play the lead in their next inspirational movie. But life takes a sudden turn for Chase, removing him from Jeremiah Productions permanently. In the process, Keith brings on one of the Baxter family members and the moviemaking continues.At the same time, a crisis hits Keith's daughter, Andi, and Keith feels helpless to respond.Devastated by the consequences of her wrong actions, Andi ventures out on her own and decides on a course of action that could destroy her. Meanwhile, Bailey Flanigan is caught up in her own drama with Cody Coleman. A Campus Crusade retreat gives them time alone along the shores of Lake Monroe and lets them face a possibility they've avoided for years.Will Keith keep the passion he had at the start of his filmmaking--and will there be enough passion left over for his hurting daughter? Or has their quest to change American culture become nothing more than a quest for fame?Part of New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury's beloved Baxter series that begins with Redemption, Remember, Return, and Rejoice, now streaming onlineInspirational women's fiction with plenty of heart and a thread of sweet romance
The Baxters Take Two: The Baxters Take One, The Baxters Take Two, The Baxters Take Three, The Baxters Take Four (The Baxters—Above the Line #No. 2)
by Karen KingsburyWill the price of fame be worth the cost?Filmmakers Chase Ryan and Keith Ellison have completed their first feature film, and Hollywood is buzzing with the news. In the wake of that excitement, the producers acquire rights to a novel that has all the ingredients they want for their next project. At the same time they cross paths with a well-connected player who introduces them to the right people, and suddenly every studio in town wants to talk to Chase and Keith.The producers' dreams are on the verge of coming true, but Chase's marriage is strained and Keith's daughter--Andi Ellison--is making questionable choices in her quest for stardom. The producers are gaining respect and are on the verge of truly changing culture through the power of film--but is the change worth the cost?Part of New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury's beloved Baxter series that begins with Redemption, Remember, Return, and Rejoice, now streaming onlineInspirational women's fiction with plenty of heart and a thread of sweet romance
The Baxters: A Prequel (The\baxters--above The Line Ser. #1)
by Karen KingsburyNow an original series on Prime Video This warmhearted prequel to the &“heart-tugging and emotional&” (RT Book Reviews) #1 New York Times bestselling Baxter Family Series—now a television series—follows the family members as they face rising tensions during a wedding and a colossal storm.A terrible storm builds in the early morning sky over Bloomington, Indiana, as Elizabeth Baxter prepares to celebrate her daughter Kari&’s wedding to Tim Jacobs. It&’s supposed to be the happiest of days, but Elizabeth can&’t shake a growing sense of dread. Something bad is about to happen. Elizabeth knows it. Indeed, there are dark currents of conflict and doubt coursing through each of the Baxter family, and Kari Baxter is starting to panic. Is her decision to marry Tim a mistake? Meanwhile, Kari&’s brother Luke is angry and resentful of their sister Ashley, who has recently returned from Paris as a single mom. Everyone thinks Ashley spends too little time with her son, and they&’re upset with her for another reason: Ashley has rejected her loyal long-ago love, Landon Blake, who clearly still cares for her. At the same time, the four Baxter sisters are struggling with the faith that has always been the family&’s glue. When the storm outside reaches a terrifying crescendo, a shocking moment of danger brings important truths to light. At the end of the long day, can the Baxters remain a family, tested but stronger?
The Bay at Midnight
by Diane ChamberlainHer family's cottage on the New Jersey shore was a place of freedom and innocence for Julie Bauer--until her seventeen-year-old sister, Isabel, was murdered.It's been more than forty years since that August night, but Julie's memories of her sister's death still shape her world. Now someone from her past is raising questions about what really happened that night. About Julie's own complicity. About a devastating secret her mother kept from them all. About the person who went to prison for Izzy's murder--and the person who didn't.Faced with questions and armed with few answers, Julie must gather the courage to revisit her past and untangle the complex emotions that led to one unspeakable act of violence on the bay at midnight.With her flawless ability to craft unforgettably real characters, Diane Chamberlain gives readers a simmering, evocative novel about the secrets that families keep, and the haunting legacies they leave behind.
The Bay at Midnight
by Diane ChamberlainHer family's cottage on the New Jersey shore was a place of freedom and innocence for Julie Bauer--until her seventeen-year-old sister, Isabel, was murdered. It's been more than forty years since that August night, but Julie's memories of her sister's death still shape her world. Now someone from her past is raising questions about what really happened that night. About Julie's own complicity. About a devastating secret her mother kept from them all. About the person who went to prison for Izzy's murder--and the person who didn't. Faced with questions and armed with few answers, Julie must gather the courage to revisit her past and untangle the complex emotions that led to one unspeakable act of violence on the bay at midnight.
The Beach Alibi
by Alison KentMeet the men of the Smithson Group--five spies whose best work is done in the field and between the sheets. Smart, built, trained to do everything well--and that's everything--they're the guys you want on your side of the bed. Take out the bad guys? Done. Play by the rules? I don't think so. Indulge a woman's every fantasy? Happy to please, ma'am. Fall in love? Hey, even a secret agent's got his weak spots. . .Episode Four: The Beach AlibiGet deep under cover with Kelly John Beach, SG-5Kelly John Beach is a go-to guy known for covering all the bases and moving in the shadows like a ghost. But now, the ultimate spy is in big trouble: during his last mission, he was caught breaking into a Spectra IT high-rise on one of their video surveillance cameras. The SG-5 team has to make an alternate tape fast, one that proves K.J. was elsewhere at the time of the break-in. The plan is simple: someone from Smithson will pose as K.J.'s lover, and SG-5's strategically placed cameras will record their every intimate, erotic encounter in elevators, restaurant hallways, and other daring forums. But Kelly John never expects that "alibi" to come in the form of Emma Webster, the sexy co-worker who has starred in so many of his not-for-primetime fantasies. Getting his hands--and anything else he can--on Emma under the guise of work is a dream come true. Deceiving the good-hearted, trusting woman isn't. And when Spectra realizes that the way to K.J. is through Emma, the spy is ready to come in from the cold, and show her how far he'll go to protect the woman he loves. . .
The Beach Brat
by Louise CollinsHe’s known on the sands as Beach Brat Brody, the arrogant surfer with his group of loyal fans. Finn and his best friend Trent are lifeguards, and Finn has been captivated by Brody since he first saw him surf. He’s hot, skilled, and has Finn’s heart.He doesn’t just want to know the Beach Brat, but also the man behind the board. But Brody is guarded and gives nothing of himself away. He doesn’t do relationships, and Finn doesn’t do one-night stands.Encouraged by his friends, Brody tackles a dangerous wave and Finn rushes to save him. The Beach Brat loses his sass and his confidence. Putting aside his broken heart, Finn vows to help Brody get on the board again.They tackle his fear of the sea together, and Finn catches glimpses of the hidden Brody. His walls come down, and things start to look promising, but Finn has his own demons. Just as him and Brody begin to get close, Finn rushes into the sea for a dangerous rescue that might cost him everything.
The Beach Escape
by Rachel MageeBeach adventures. New beginnings. And turtles.Molly Lawrence could use an escape. After all, her fiancé dumped her at her rehearsal dinner for her best friend. Fortunately, she has a short-term veterinarian assignment in Emerald Cove, Florida. A friendly workplace, beaches, and summer—what could be better? Grant Torres shows up with a patient she wasn&’t expecting: a giant loggerhead sea turtle. Soon Molly is immersed with helping Grant at the turtle hospital he manages, and work leads to snorkeling, sunset sails, a wedding date—and unexpected feelings. But even as they help injured turtles return to the sea, Molly and Grant both plan to leave soon on new adventures of their own. Can Molly heal her own heart? And could love turn out to be the ultimate destination?
The Beach Holiday: Escape for the summer with this gorgeous new holiday romance!
by Isabelle BroomWhen a struggling writer meets a Hollywood actor in The Hamptons, she decides to use his life as the basis for a love story - but her pursuit of success comes at a price . . .A somebody. A nobody.A love story waiting to be written . . .All aspiring novelist Honor has ever wanted is to be successful. It's the only way she can impress the father who abandoned her, the boyfriend who gave up on her, and the nagging voice in her head that tells her she's not good enough.Still, wanting to tell a story is not the same as having a story to tell, and Honor knows she needs to find a new source of inspiration.When she's invited to spend a summer abroad in The Hamptons, Honor realises it could be the dream setting for a book, especially when a chance encounter provides her with the perfect leading man.But blurring fact and fiction is a dangerous game, and Honor soon discovers that writing her way to success might come at the expense of her own happy ever after . . .(P) 2023 Hodder & Stoughton Limited