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The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet
by Colleen McCulloughEveryone knows the story of Elizabeth and Jane Bennet in Pride and Prejudice. But what about their sister Mary? At the conclusion of Jane Austen's classic novel, Mary, bookish, awkward, and by all accounts, unmarriageable, is sentenced to a dull, provincial existence in the backwaters of Britain. Now, master storyteller Colleen McCullough rescues Mary from her dreary fate with The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet, a page-turning sequel set twenty years after Austen's novel closes. The story begins as the neglected Bennet sister is released from the stultifying duty of caring for her insufferable mother. Though many would call a woman of Mary's age a spinster, she has blossomed into a beauty to rival that of her famed sisters. Her violet eyes and perfect figure bewitch the eligible men in the neighborhood, but though her family urges her to marry, romance and frippery hold no attraction. Instead, she is determined to set off on an adventure of her own. Fired with zeal by the newspaper letters of the mysterious Argus, she resolves to publish a book about the plight of England's poor. Plunging from one predicament into another, Mary finds herself stumbling closer to long-buried secrets, unanticipated dangers, and unlooked-for romance. Meanwhile, the other dearly loved characters of Pride and Prejudice fret about the missing Mary while they contend with difficulties of their own. Darcy's political ambitions consume his ardor, and he bothers with Elizabeth only when the impropriety of her family seems to threaten his career. Lydia, wild and charming as ever, drinks and philanders her way into dire straits; Kitty, a young widow of means, occupies herself with gossip and shopping; and Jane, naïve and trusting as ever, spends her days ministering to her crop of boys and her adoring, if not entirely faithful, husband. Yet, with the shadowy and mysterious figure of Darcy's right-hand man, Ned Skinner, lurking at every corner, it is clear that all is not what it seems at idyllic Pemberley. As the many threads of McCullough's masterful plot come together, shocking truths are revealed, love, both old and new, is tested, and all learn the value of true independence in a novel for every woman who has wanted to leave her mark on the world.
The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet: A Novel
by Colleen McCulloughEveryone knows the story of Elizabeth and Jane Bennet in Pride and Prejudice. But what about their sister Mary? At the conclusion of Jane Austen's classic novel, Mary, bookish, awkward, and by all accounts, unmarriageable, is sentenced to a dull, provincial existence in the backwaters of Britain. Now, master storyteller Colleen McCullough rescues Mary from her dreary fate with The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet, a page-turning sequel set twenty years after Austen's novel closes. The story begins as the neglected Bennet sister is released from the stultifying duty of caring for her insufferable mother. Though many would call a woman of Mary's age a spinster, she has blossomed into a beauty to rival that of her famed sisters. Her violet eyes and perfect figure bewitch the eligible men in the neighborhood, but though her family urges her to marry, romance and frippery hold no attraction. Instead, she is determined to set off on an adventure of her own. Fired with zeal by the newspaper letters of the mysterious Argus, she resolves to publish a book about the plight of England's poor. Plunging from one predicament into another, Mary finds herself stumbling closer to long-buried secrets, unanticipated dangers, and unlooked-for romance. Meanwhile, the other dearly loved characters of Pride and Prejudice fret about the missing Mary while they contend with difficulties of their own. Darcy's political ambitions consume his ardor, and he bothers with Elizabeth only when the impropriety of her family seems to threaten his career. Lydia, wild and charming as ever, drinks and philanders her way into dire straits; Kitty, a young widow of means, occupies herself with gossip and shopping; and Jane, naïve and trusting as ever, spends her days ministering to her crop of boys and her adoring, if not entirely faithful, husband. Yet, with the shadowy and mysterious figure of DarcyÕs right-hand man, Ned Skinner, lurking at every corner, it is clear that all is not what it seems at idyllic Pemberley. As the many threads of McCulloughÕs masterful plot come together, shocking truths are revealed, love, both old and new, is tested, and all learn the value of true independence in a novel for every woman who has wanted to leave her mark on the world.
The India Fan
by Victoria HoltDrusilla Delany is the daughter of a local vicar and friends to the Framling children. Through them, she inherits an extraordinary bejeweled fan of peacock feathers.
The Indian Tycoon's Marriage Deal
by Adite BanerjieDancing with the enemyKrish Dev needs to find a bride-and quick! With a marriage arranged by his father looming, Krish finds the key to his freedom in Maya Shome. But is this dazzling beauty really all she seems...?Maya has only one thing in mind: revenge. But when the host of the most exclusive high society party asks her to dance what is meant to be an innocent tango, it leads to an engagement to Krish-her enemy's son!Arranging their own marriage could work to their advantage...if they can resist mixing business with pleasure!
The Indigo Blade
by Linda Winstead JonesDespite the fact that they had been married only for a short time, Penelope Seton was already chafing under the restraints of life with her husband, the rich and handsome Maximillian Broderick. He was a wonderful man, and she loved him, but Penelope wanted more.... Her chance for excitement came in the form of a bold invitation from a former suitor--an invitation to hunt down and capture the infamous Indigo Blade. Penelope accepted the offer, hoping that the thrill of an encounter with the incognito rogue would cure her boredom and invigorate her body and soul. But Maximillian knows more than she supposes--will Penelope's secret destroy her marriage and her reputation as a gentlewoman?
The Indiscretion
by Judith IvoryThe elegance, warmth, wit, and emotional intensity of award-winning author Judith Ivory's superbly romantic tales are unsurpassed. Now, in her most dazzling novel yet, she transports the reader to the ruged moors of England to celebrate a love that is daring, passionate....and most indiscreet.Daring to loveLady Lydia Bedford-Browne's small rebellion becomes the adventure of her life, when her coach crashes and leaves her stranded on the treacherous Dartmoor with the only other passenger: a rugged, disarmingly attractive Texan named Sam Cody. Sam's slow, melodic drawl and dark, hypnotic eyes tempt Lydia in ways she never thought possible. But dare the lord's daughter loosen her proper English restraints any further?Foul luck has caused the dashing American millionaire to miss his own wedding to an unforgiving bride...for the second time! Worse still,he's stuck in the middle of nowhere with a straight-laced noble beauty. But there is an unmistakable spark of courage, sensuality, and wild passion beneath Liddy's prim exterior, daring Sam to pursue even further what his heart and his soul now desperately desire -- even though both the Texan's and the lady's vastly different worlds will be rocked if thay dare surrender to...The Indiscretion
The Indomitable Miss Harris
by Amanda ScottA rivalry erupts into passion in Regency LondonMiss Gillian Harris&’s trouble begins when she makes a scandalous appearance at a public masquerade ball. The trustee of her fortune, the wealthy and powerful Marquis of Landover, declares her brother, Sir Avery, an irresponsible guardian, and moves the siblings into his own fashionable London mansion. Chafing at the Marquis&’s careful monitoring of her conduct, the audacious Gillian devises an inspired plan: She will distract her watchful protector by presenting him with suitable candidates for courtship. But, despite her best efforts at matchmaking, the fires of jealousy begin to grow and Gillian fears she might succumb to a much more scandalous temptation: seducing the handsome Marquis herself . . .
The Indy Man (The Americana Series #14)
by Janet DaileyFast cars and racing hearts drive this Americana romance set in Indiana by the New York Times–bestselling author. In two short months, Susan Mabry will achieve her dream of marrying Warren Sullivan, her boss and the man she&’s harbored a crush on for years. An attorney, Warren isn&’t the most romantic of men, but he&’s handsome and knows how to make her feel special—at least when he&’s not too busy working. So when an attractive stranger brazenly intrudes on them at a restaurant, Susan can&’t understand why she feels butterflies. Later that night, she sees her blue-eyed admirer on television: Mitch Braden is a champion racecar driver in town for the upcoming Indianapolis 500. Despite giving him the brush-off, Susan can&’t help seeing Mitch everywhere, including the Mabry home, where he quickly charms her entire starstruck family. Susan does her best to discourage Mitch and keep Warren from becoming jealous, but when an Indy Man sets his mind on a prize—he races to win.
The Inevitable Collision of Birdie & Bash: A Novel
by Candace Ganger"One of 2017's biggest debuts... Obsession-worthy." - Bustle"Smart, raw, often biting in its reflections of the haves and have-nots, this debut will appeal to fans of John Green’s An Abundance of Katherines... Candace Ganger’s breathtaking debut is a must-have for every shelf." - Patty Blount, award-winning author of Some BoysSebastian Alvaréz is just trying to hold the pieces together, to not flunk out, to keep his sort-of-best friend Wild Kyle from doing something really bad. And to see his beloved Ma through chemo. But when he meets Birdie Paxton, a near-Valedictorian who doesn’t realize she’s smoking hot in her science pun T-shirt, at a party, an undeniable attraction sparks. And suddenly he’s not worried about anything. But before they are able to exchange numbers, they are pulled apart. A horrifying tragedy links Birdie and Bash together – yet neither knows it. When they finally reconnect, and are starting to fall – hard – the events of the tragedy unfold, changing both their lives in ways they can never undo. Told in alternating perspectives full of the best nerdy banter this side of Ohio, some seriously awesome skate moves, and the promise of a kiss destined to make the world stop turning, The Inevitable Collision of Birdie & Bash will break your heart and put it back together again.
The Inevitable End
by Denise RobinsBillie Carden is one of the new breed of women: tomboyish and defiantlyindependent, she has no use for men and no desire to marry. Nor does sheneed to - for she is the lucky heiress to the fortune of her AmericanUncle Silas.But Billie's life takes a whole new direction when two events - at firstunconnected - conspire to thwart her plans; an encounter with theimpoverished Richard Bromley, and a dramatic ultimatum from her uncle.A captivating love story from the 100-million-copy bestselling Queen ofRomance, first published in 1927, and available now for the first timein eBook.
The Inevitable End
by Denise RobinsBillie Carden is one of the new breed of women: tomboyish and defiantly independent, she has no use for men and no desire to marry. Nor does she need to - for she is the lucky heiress to the fortune of her American Uncle Silas. But Billie's life takes a whole new direction when two events - at first unconnected - conspire to thwart her plans; an encounter with the impoverished Richard Bromley, and a dramatic ultimatum from her uncle. A captivating love story from the 100-million-copy bestselling Queen of Romance, first published in 1927, and available now for the first time in eBook.
The Infamous Duchess: Diamonds in the Rough (Diamonds in the Rough #4)
by Sophie BarnesA woman with a shocking past…Branded a money-hungry con artist for marrying the elderly Duke of Tremaine days before his death, Viola Cartwright has found refuge in her work at St. Agatha’s Hospital. No one must know the painful reason behind her marriage. She steers clear of attachments—until Henry Lowell, heir to the Viscount Armswell, lands on her operating table after a duel. Charming and wickedly handsome, Lowell is one of London’s most inveterate scoundrels. Yet he may not be all that he appears.And the man who can promise a future filled with love…Posing as an unrepentant rake has helped Lowell avoid women pursuing him only for his title. But now that duty has finally called on him to marry, he finds himself entranced by the mysterious, independent-minded Viola. Then her late husband’s son returns from overseas, contesting Viola’s inheritance. Lowell longs to help her and sets out to convince Viola that a strategic union may be the best way to save all she holds dear. But can he also persuade her to take a chance on love…?
The Infamous Heir
by Elizabeth MichelsThe Spare Heirs Society Cordially Invites You to Meet Ethan Moore: The ScoundrelLady Roselyn Grey's debut has finally arrived, and of course, she has every flounce and flutter planned. She'll wear the perfect gowns and marry the perfect gentleman...that is, if the formerly disinherited brother of the man she intends to marry doesn't ruin everything first.Ethan Moore is a prize-fighting second son and proud founding member of the Spare Heirs Society-and that's all he ever should have been. But, in an instant, his brother's noble title is his, the eyes of the ton are upon him, and the lady he's loved for years would rather meet him in the boxing ring than the ballroom. He's faced worse. With the help of his Spare Heirs brotherhood, Ethan's certain he can get to the bottom of his brother's unexpected demise and win the impossible lady who has haunted his dreams for as long as he can remember...Spare Heirs:The Infamous HeirThe Rebel HeirThe Wicked HeirThe Unsuitable HeirPraise for Elizabeth Michels:"Rich with wit and charm."-Publishers Weekly on How to Lose a Lord in 10 Days or Less"Michels' fresh and funny debut will delight readers with its endearing characters and infectious mix of sweet yet sexy romance and realistic yet wry wit."-Booklist Online STARRED on Must Love Dukes
The Infamous Italian's Secret Baby: Passion And The Prince A Stormy Spanish Summer The Infamous Italian's Secret Baby Bedded For The Spaniard's Pleasure
by Carole MortimerA horrible accident stirs up trouble for a millionaire race car driver and his lover in this classic contemporary romance.Italian millionaire Gabriel Danti was renowned for his prowess in the bedroom—and Bella Scott was unable to resist the temptation of the night he was offering. . . .Five years on, Bella is living alone, carving out a life for herself and her little boy. She never thought she’d see Gabriel again!Gabriel has changed. His dark, dangerous looks are marred by scars. But his desire for Bella hasn’t waned—he wants her more than ever now that he knows he has a son. . . .Originally published in 2009.
The Infamous Miss Ilsa (Fraser Springs #2)
by Laine FerndaleThe Canadian frontier-set Fraser Springs series continues with a delightful tale of second-chance romance.Street-smart and confident Ilsa Pedersen has become an indispensable right-hand woman at Wilson’s Bathhouse, and found a home and family in Fraser Springs. But she hasn’t forgotten the shame of being tossed out penniless as a teenage housemaid by the wealthy Whitacre family when she was found kissing their only son. The only thing that will truly secure her future is independence, and Ilsa has plans to open a dress shop in the big city. Dr. Theo Whitacre must complete an internship at the grand hotel in Fraser Springs before the socially awkward young man can head off to Europe for a career in medical research. Finding Ilsa in this backwater town is a delightful surprise. But while she is more than happy to be his friend, she won’t trust him a second time with her heart. When a rash of illnesses begins plaguing the town’s tourists, Theo’s employer doesn’t believe his theory that the hotel is at fault. Only with Ilsa’s help can Theo save the afflicted patrons, and as they work together, they find their teenage romance rekindling. But as their dreams pull them in such different directions, can they truly make a future together? Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Infamous Rakes: The Forthright Lady Gillian and The Fickle Fortune-Hunter
by Amanda ScottIn two novels by the USA Today–bestselling author: Will London&’s most notorious rogues be outmatched in the game of love by two clever young ladies? When Lady Gillian Carnaby reads of her own betrothal to a hitherto unknown Baron Hopwood in the London Times, she is shocked to learn that the man is real. Worse, Hopwood is merely a minor title for Josiah Hawtrey, Marquess of Thorne, a man with such a scandalous reputation that London society is quite willing to believe he would become affianced to a noblewoman he has never met. To save her reputation, Gillian and the Marquess must go through the motions of a betrothal. But when Gillian sees that Thorne desires her as a woman, if not a wife, she must play a most challenging game of love with one of London&’s most notorious rakes. The Marquess of Thorne&’s friend, handsome Lord Edward Crawley, seeks to wed a wealthy heiress to shore up his faltering estate—and pay off his gambling debts. When Felicia Adlam realizes that her breathtakingly beautiful younger sister, Theodosia, is the seductive fortune-hunter&’s target, she vows to protect Theo from him, no matter what it takes. But Crawley is charmingly honest about his intentions, and undeniably appealing, so Felicia soon discovers that she risks surrendering to the accomplished rake&’s seductive charms herself.
The Infamous Rogue (The Hawkins Brothers Series #1)
by Alexandra BenedictWill the seductive pirate from her past put a stop to her society wedding? “Filled with biting repartee and passionate drama . . . [a] lively high-seas romp.” —Romantic Times (Reviewers Choice Nominee for Best Historical Romantic Adventure)The daughter of a wealthy bandit, Sophia Dawson once lost herself in the arms of Black Hawk, the most infamous pirate ever to command the high seas. But now, determined to put her sinful past behind her, she prepares to enter society as the bride of a well-born nobleman who knows nothing of her scandalous youth. All goes according to plan until her ex-lover—now a respectable sea captain but just as handsome and dangerous as ever—appears and once again tempts her with desire.From the moment he sees Sophia again, James Hawkins wants only one thing: revenge. He’ll see to it that the reckless beauty pays for abandoning their heated affair. And so begins a battle of wills that can end only in utter ruin . . . or wicked surrender . . .Praise for Alexandra Benedict’s Too Great a Temptation“Benedict has not only picked a fresh setting for her historical, she's brought considerable chemistry to the romance . . . Supporting turns by the Hawkins brothers are keen and comical, and dialogue is both snappy and strong. Fans of historical romance will thoroughly enjoy this fresh take on the genre.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
The Infatuations
by Margaret Jull Costa Javier MariasFrom the award-winning Spanish writer Javier Marías comes an extraordinary new book that has been a literary sensation around the world: an immersive, provocative novel propelled by a seemingly random murder that we come to understand--or do we?--through one woman's ever-unfurling imagination and infatuations. At the Madrid café where she stops for breakfast each day before work, María Dolz finds herself drawn to a couple who is also there every morning. Though she can hardly explain it, observing what she imagines to be their "unblemished" life lifts her out of the doldrums of her own existence. But what begins as mere observation turns into an increasingly complicated entanglement when the man is fatally stabbed in the street. María approaches the widow to offer her condolences, and at the couple's home she meets--and falls in love with--another man who sheds disturbing new light on the crime. As María recounts this story, we are given a murder mystery brilliantly reimagined as metaphysical enquiry, a novel that grapples with questions of love and death, guilt and obsession, chance and coincidence, how we are haunted by our losses, and above all, the slippery essence of the truth and how it is told.
The Infatuations
by Margaret Jull Costa Javier MariasA New York Times Book Review Notable Book, NPR Great Reads, and Onion A.V. Club Best Book of 2013Each day before work María Dolz stops at the same café. There she finds herself drawn to a couple who is also there every morning. Observing their seemingly perfect life helps her escape the listlessness of her own. But when the man is brutally murdered and María approaches the widow to offer her condolences, what began as mere observation turns into an increasingly complicated entanglement. Invited into the widow's home, she meets--and falls in love with--a man who sheds disturbing new light on the crime. As María recounts this story, we are given a murder mystery brilliantly encased in a metaphysical enquiry, a novel that grapples with questions of love and death, chance and coincidence, and above all, with the slippery essence of the truth and how it is told.This ebook edition includes a reading group guide.
The Infinite Light of Dust
by Anna ToddThe heart-wrenching conclusion to the epic Brightest Stars trilogy from New York Times bestselling author Anna ToddKarina and Kael have been trying to make it work for as long as they’ve been together. The two broken souls have a lot of individual healing to do before they’ll be able to find happiness anywhere, never mind with each other.As the world around them starts to crumble, Kael is consumed by the darkness of his PTSD, and Karina struggles to overcome her anxiety, which is at an all time high. Then someone from their past returns to invade their lives and wreak havoc on the fragile peace they’ve created. If they’re going to have the future they dream of, they’ll have to commit to fighting this battle together.
The Infinite Light of Dust: A Brightest Stars novel
by Anna ToddThe new epic love story from Anna Todd continues. After The Falling and The Burning, comes the highly anticipated and heart-wrenching conclusion to the Brightest Stars trilogy, from the No. 1 internationally bestselling author of the After series.'Anna Todd has done it again!' COLLEEN HOOVER'Todd is the biggest literary phenomenon of her generation' COSMOPOLITAN......................Karina and Kael have been trying to make it work for as long as they've been together. The two broken souls have a lot of individual healing to do before they'll be able to find happiness anywhere, never mind with each other.As the world around them starts to crumble, Kael is consumed by the darkness of his PTSD, and Karina struggles to overcome her anxiety, which is at an all time high. Then someone from their past returns to invade their lives and wreak havoc on the fragile peace they've created. If they're going to have the future they dream of, they'll have to commit to fighting this battle together.
The Influencer Wife to Master Lu: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Qu ZhouzhouAfter a night of lovemaking, she was ruthlessly abandoned by her new husband.Luo Ke decided to be self-reliant. When he was broadcasting and singing live, he had accidentally become a big fan of the internet.One day during a live broadcast, a certain rich person threw a million yuan as a reward!Luo Ke was so scared that she almost turned off the live broadcast. She just wanted to earn some money to support her family. She didn't want to sell herself!He carefully asked, "Who are you, tycoon? I only sing and I don't sell myself."The tycoon answered faintly, "Your husband!"Luo Ke was instantly scared out of her wits, that irresponsible husband actually snuck into her broadcast room!AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! They wanted to beat their husband to death in order to avenge being humiliated in the first place.
The Influencer Wife to Master Lu: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Qu ZhouzhouAfter a night of lovemaking, she was ruthlessly abandoned by her new husband.Luo Ke decided to be self-reliant. When he was broadcasting and singing live, he had accidentally become a big fan of the internet.One day during a live broadcast, a certain rich person threw a million yuan as a reward!Luo Ke was so scared that she almost turned off the live broadcast. She just wanted to earn some money to support her family. She didn't want to sell herself!He carefully asked, "Who are you, tycoon? I only sing and I don't sell myself."The tycoon answered faintly, "Your husband!"Luo Ke was instantly scared out of her wits, that irresponsible husband actually snuck into her broadcast room!AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! They wanted to beat their husband to death in order to avenge being humiliated in the first place.
The Influencer Wife to Master Lu: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Qu ZhouzhouAfter a night of lovemaking, she was ruthlessly abandoned by her new husband.Luo Ke decided to be self-reliant. When he was broadcasting and singing live, he had accidentally become a big fan of the internet.One day during a live broadcast, a certain rich person threw a million yuan as a reward!Luo Ke was so scared that she almost turned off the live broadcast. She just wanted to earn some money to support her family. She didn't want to sell herself!He carefully asked, "Who are you, tycoon? I only sing and I don't sell myself."The tycoon answered faintly, "Your husband!"Luo Ke was instantly scared out of her wits, that irresponsible husband actually snuck into her broadcast room!AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! They wanted to beat their husband to death in order to avenge being humiliated in the first place.
The Influencer Wife to Master Lu: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Qu ZhouzhouAfter a night of lovemaking, she was ruthlessly abandoned by her new husband.Luo Ke decided to be self-reliant. When he was broadcasting and singing live, he had accidentally become a big fan of the internet.One day during a live broadcast, a certain rich person threw a million yuan as a reward!Luo Ke was so scared that she almost turned off the live broadcast. She just wanted to earn some money to support her family. She didn't want to sell herself!He carefully asked, "Who are you, tycoon? I only sing and I don't sell myself."The tycoon answered faintly, "Your husband!"Luo Ke was instantly scared out of her wits, that irresponsible husband actually snuck into her broadcast room!AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! They wanted to beat their husband to death in order to avenge being humiliated in the first place.