- Table View
- List View
The Secret Seduction
by Cathy Gillen ThackerBets Are On In Holly Springs...Once upon a time-and after too many birthday margaritas- Holly Springs "Ice Princess" Lily Madsen decides she's had enough of being a virginal Southern belle and bets her friends that she can seduce a visiting television celebrity. But now Lily wonders if she's going too far. Especially since Fletcher Hart, the town's wickedly gorgeous veterinarian, keeps interfering with her plans....When Fletcher (who has a bit of a reputation himself) discovers Lily's outrageous gamble, he feels obligated to protect the innocent beauty-until he finds himself caught in a scandalous wager of his own....Now the game is on-and both Lily and Fletcher are determined to win. But how far are they willing to go in the name of love?
The Secret Service of Tea and Treason (Dangerous Damsels #3)
by India HoltonOne of...Amazon's Best Romances of AprilBuzzfeed's Romance Books To Look Out For In 2023Two rival spies must brave pirates, witches, and fake matrimony to save the Queen.Known as Agent A, Alice is the top operative within the Agency of Undercover Note Takers, a secret government intelligence group that is fortunately better at espionage than at naming itself. From managing deceptive witches to bored aristocratic ladies, nothing is beyond Alice&’s capabilities. She has a steely composure and a plan always up her sleeve (alongside a dagger and an embroidered handkerchief). So when rumors of an assassination plot begin to circulate, she&’s immediately assigned to the case. But she&’s not working alone. Daniel Bixby, otherwise known as Agent B and Alice's greatest rival, is given the most challenging undercover assignment of his life— pretending to be Alice&’s husband. Together they will assume the identity of a married couple, infiltrate a pirate house party, and foil their unpatriotic plans. Determined to remain consummate professionals, Alice and Daniel must ignore the growing attraction between them, especially since acting on it might prove more dangerous than their target.
The Secret She Can't Hide
by India GreyWorld-famous racing driver Cristiano Maresca always spent the night before a race in the arms of a beautiful woman One night three years ago that woman was Kate Edwards, and her time with Cristiano awakened her to unimaginable pleasure. But the following day the untamable Cristiano had a near-fatal crash and then Kate discovered she was expecting his baby Now Monte Carlo is set to celebrate Cristiano's return to the track. Shivering with nerves, Kate braves the paparazzi to find the man who set her body aflame and tell him her scandalous secret Italy's most notorious playboy has a love child!
The Secret She Keeps (A Tennessee Cold Case Story #4)
by Lena DiazSearching for the truth Could be a deadly mission Raine Quintero is so desperate she&’s willing to kidnap PI Callum Wright, the one person who can help stay her brother&’s execution. Raine raises the stakes by offering a lead on a killer Callum&’s pursuing—without revealing the secret she&’s actually keeping. Racing against time, they must find the answers before one man dies—and another kills again.From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Discover more action-packed stories in the A Tennessee Cold Case Story series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Murder on Prescott MountainBook 2: Serial Slayer Cold CaseBook 3: Shrouded in the SmokiesBook 4: The Secret She Keeps
The Secret She Keeps: A Novel
by HelenKay DimonNo matter where you run to…Connor Rye seeks solace on remote Whitaker Island. When his first quiet evening ends with a blow to the head, it’s clear that nothing—and no one—is as it seems. Still haunted by his sister’s murder, he’s buried himself in work while trying to hold his family together. Now, when he has a minute to breathe, he knows better than to get involved with a stranger, but it might be too late to keep his distance.Desire will find you...For years she’s pretended to be someone else, but Maddie Rhine is done living in the shadows. Old habits are hard to kick however, and when her past follows her to Whitaker she’s forced to hide once more. Except with Connor. Effortlessly sexy Connor makes it difficult to ignore him. He sees right through her…and senses her fear. Someone is watching her. And waiting for the right moment to strike. This time Connor vows to be ready.
The Secret She Kept
by Amy KnuppShe never ever thought Jake Barnes would know the truth. When he left town without any warning, Savannah couldn't tell him she was pregnant. He didn't give her the chance. So now--years later--because he's back and finds out he has a child, suddenly she's the villain. . . . How is that fair?Savannah Salinger raised her daughter and knows what's best for her own kid. But she can't seem to push Jake away, and having the infuriating man so close. . . so close to her. . . stirs up all those feelings she thought were buried as deep as the secret she swore she'd never tell.
The Secret She Kept
by Reshonda Tate BillingsleyHer novel Say Amen, Again won the NAACP Image Award, proving that ReShonda Tate Billingsley's storytelling "scores a direct hit" (Publishers Weekly), delighting and inspiring with powerful, soul-searching situations and unforgettable characters. How far will you go to save someone you love and trust when they've kept a dangerous secret for years? That's the question facing Lance Kingston, a successful Houston magazine executive whose recent marriage to beautiful, high-powered attorney Tia Jiles seemed to promise a bright future for both of them. But under the surface, a fierce and frightening storm was brewing. That's because Tia never revealed to Lance what she and her family have known since Tia was seventeen--she has an illness that takes over her mind, transforming her into a raging, violent woman hell-bent on destruction. Bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia. Or crazy, as Lance's grandmother continually reminds him. "Crazy leaves clues," she told him point-blank, and perhaps Lance should have listened. Tia's mother tries to pray the problem away . . . and Tia's doctors can't help her if she won't do what they advise. Now there's more than their marriage and Tia's survival at stake: Tia is pregnant, and Lance will stop at nothing to keep his troubled wife and unborn daughter safe. But at what price?
The Secret She Kept from Dr. Delgado (Amazon River Vets #2)
by Luana DaRosaHer husband disappeared five years ago. Now he&’s back…and about to discover that she&’s been keeping a life-changing secret! Return to Brazil with the second story in Luana DaRosa&’s Amazon River Vets duet.Can she forgive the past…to claim her future? The arrival of her estranged husband on her doorstep leaves vet Celine Dias completely speechless! Their whirlwind marriage was meant to signal the rest of their lives together, yet she hasn&’t seen Dr. Darius Delgado in five years. Celine is ready for them both to move on, but first there&’s a secret she must tell Darius: they have a daughter!From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.Amazon River Vets Book 1: The Vet's Convenient BrideBook 2: The Secret She Kept from Dr. Delgado
The Secret She Kept from the Earl
by Sophia WilliamsScandal abounds in this compelling Regency romanceOne night with the earl…Leads to an unexpected consequence! Nine years ago, Eloise shared a passionate tryst with a stranger at a masquerade ball. Seeing Marcus, Earl of Malbrook, again now sends her into a dead faint…because she must reveal that their night together left her with child! No longer the naive young woman Marcus knew, Eloise is a jaded widow reluctant to give up her independence. So, what will she do when Marcus stuns her with a proposal? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
The Secret She Kept in Bollywood (Born into Bollywood)
by Tara PammiTara Pammi delights with this dramatic romance of shocking revelations and heartfelt reunions. The stage is setFor a scandalous revelation! Celebrated Bollywood heiress Anya Raawal lives her life in the spotlight. And fiercely protects the secret of an impossible choice she was once forced to make. But when she meets magnate Simon De Costa, a shocking discovery sets them on a collision course… Because Simon&’s adopted daughter is the child Anya had to give up! The connection between them is instant, yet it&’s clear the guarded widower buried his heart with his wife. Anya knows she can&’t walk away, but is there truly a place for her in this family?From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all the Born into Bollywood books:Book 1: Claiming His Bollywood CinderellaBook 2: The Surprise Bollywood BabyBook 3: The Secret She Kept in Bollywood
The Secret She Kept: A mesmerising epic of love, loss and family secrets
by Amelia CarrA mother tragically lost... A daughter's search for the truth...Filled with secrets, twists and turns, Amelia Carr's duel-strand romantic epic The Secret She Kept is the perfect read for fans of Kate Morton, Rachel Hore and Katherine Webb. Fearless Felicity Penrose thrives on adventure: she's one of the most experienced female sailors in the world. But one day, in the middle of the 1950s, her boat is found abandoned. Fliss has mysteriously vanished, tragically leaving behind her husband and baby girl.Nearly thirty years later, Emma's world is rocked when she is approached by journalist Mike Bond with an extraordinary revelation: that Fliss was seen in America after she was presumed drowned. As Emma delves into her mother's past, she begins to unravel a tale of deep, abiding love and promises forgotten. And the rest of her family are thrown into turmoil. For Fliss is not the only one with secrets long-concealed...What readers are saying about The Secret She Kept:'Had me gripped right from the start to the very last page''There is no disappointment in this emotional page-turner''I loved the way it went backwards and forwards in time - the whole story was a wonderful tale'
The Secret She Kept: A mesmerising epic of love, loss and family secrets
by Amelia CarrA mother tragically lost... A daughter's search for the truth...Filled with secrets, twists and turns, Amelia Carr's duel-strand romantic epic The Secret She Kept is the perfect read for fans of Kate Morton, Rachel Hore and Katherine Webb. Fearless Felicity Penrose thrives on adventure: she's one of the most experienced female sailors in the world. But one day, in the middle of the 1950s, her boat is found abandoned. Fliss has mysteriously vanished, tragically leaving behind her husband and baby girl.Nearly thirty years later, Emma's world is rocked when she is approached by journalist Mike Bond with an extraordinary revelation: that Fliss was seen in America after she was presumed drowned. As Emma delves into her mother's past, she begins to unravel a tale of deep, abiding love and promises forgotten. And the rest of her family are thrown into turmoil. For Fliss is not the only one with secrets long-concealed...What readers are saying about The Secret She Kept:'Had me gripped right from the start to the very last page''There is no disappointment in this emotional page-turner''I loved the way it went backwards and forwards in time - the whole story was a wonderful tale'
The Secret She Kept: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Kathryn SpringerSometimes it takes one good reason to give love another chance… Single mom Sarah Crosse never expected to see Jace Marshall again, especially at the summer camp where they first fell in love. Jace, who&’s returned to make good on a decade-old promise, is just as surprised to see her there, running things…with the daughter he never knew about. Now they&’ll have to work together to save the struggling camp. Though it&’s obvious he&’s a changed man, Sarah knows it&’s not only her heart at risk this time. Can she trust him to stay and complete their family?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Secret She Kept: The Secret She Kept / The Setup (a Kyra And Jake Investigation) (A Badge of Courage Novel #1)
by Rita HerronTo face down a tragic pastShe must first confront the long-withheld truth…A disturbed fellow student made Kate McKendrick’s high school a hunting ground. Now, as Briar Ridge High’s new principal, she’s struggling to help the divided town—and herself—heal. But a vengeful individual won’t stop until Kate is dead. As Kate and former bad boy Riggs Benford uncover the secrets of that day, their irresistible attraction could turn their future to ashes…From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.For more action-packed stories, check out the other books in the A Badge of Courage Novel series by Rita Herron:Book 1: The Secret She Kept
The Secret She Must Tell the Spaniard (The Long-Lost Cortéz Brothers)
by Clare ConnellyThe dramatic reunion with the man from her past leads to a shocking revelation in this secret baby romance by Clare Connelly. Reunited by his revenge…But bound by her bombshell! Self-made billionaire Graciano couldn&’t forgive Alicia for choosing her family over him years ago. So, when he sees her time being auctioned at a charity event, he makes a winning bid. He&’ll whisk her away to his Spanish island and finally shake the hold she has over him… Back in Graciano&’s orbit, Alicia knows she must face his questions over the past. But each sultry night transforms their fiery tension. And Alicia gathers her courage to admit the truth: that after she was forced to abandon Graciano…she had his daughter!From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read all The Long-Lost Cortéz Brothers books:
The Secret Sin
by Darlene GardnerAnnie Sublinski was sixteen when a brief encounter with Ryan Whitmore left her pregnant. Ryan stood by her decision to give up their baby for adoption. Now that child is here in Indigo Springs, forcing Annie to confront the man she's been avoiding all these years. . . . It seems she underestimated Ryan. He wants to get to know the daughter he thought he'd never see. And her mother. As old feelings resurface, Ryan surprises Annie with the intensity of his passion. He refuses to give up on her. . . on all of them. But Annie has to forgive herself for the past if she has any hope of building a future.
The Secret Sinclair
by Cathy WilliamsShe didn't mean to fall for a notorious playboy, but Sarah Scott's head was overruled by Raoul's skillful seduction. Yet after he jets out of her life Raoul's legacy continues.... Sarah is pregnant with the Sinclair heir!Five years later, single mom Sarah is struggling to make ends meet, working as an office cleaner. Having taken on yet another job, Sarah is on her knees scrubbing floors when her eyes meet those of her designer-clad new boss-the man she's never been able to forget...Raoul.
The Secret Sister
by Elizabeth LowellThe Search For Her Sister Could Cost A Woman Her LifeChristy McKenna, the smartest fashion writer in New York, thought she'd escaped her childhood in the impoverished rural West. Then came a call for help from the one person she could not refuse--her sister, the internationally celebrated model known only as Jo.Jo's plea draws Christy back to the magnificent mountains and mysterious red-rock canyons of the Four Corners country. But she's too late--Jo has disappeared. However, Christy does find an unlikely ally in outlaw archaeologist Aaron Cain, and together they pursue Jo and a fabulous cache of ancient Indian artifacts worth millions.Christy and Cain clash at every turn, but their antagonism soon turns into partnership--and blazing passion.
The Secret Sister & The Secrets She Kept
by Brenda NovakSee why critics have called these two books by New York Times bestselling author Brenda “the best romantic thriller I’ve ever read” (The San Francisco Book Review on The Secret Sister) and a “richly rewarding story” (Booklist on The Secrets She Kept).The Secret Sister After a painful divorce, Maisey Lazarow returns to Fairham, the small island off the South Carolina coast where she grew up. But the last person she wants to see is the wealthy, controlling mother she escaped years ago. She finds herself living next door to someone else she’d prefer to avoid—Rafe Romero, the wild, reckless boy to whom she lost her virginity at sixteen. He’s back on the island, and to her surprise, he’s raising a young daughter alone. Maisey’s still attracted to him, but her heart’s too broken to risk…Then something even more disturbing happens. She discovers a box of photographs that evoke distant memories of a little girl. Maisey believes the girl must’ve been her sister, but her mother claims there was no sister.She’s convinced that child existed. So where is she now?Originally published in 2015The Secrets She Kept The rich and powerful Josephine Lazarow, matriarch of Fairham Island, is dead. The police say it’s suicide, but Keith, her estranged son, doesn’t believe it.Keith bears scars—both physical and emotional—from his childhood, but he’s worked hard to overcome the past. But he feels he owes it to his grandfather to put the family empire together again—and he’s determined to find his mother’s killer.Problem is…coming home to Fairham puts him back in contact with Nancy Dellinger, the woman he hurt so badly when he left before. And digging that deep into his mother’s final days and hours entails a very real risk. Because the person who killed her could be someone he loves…Originally published in 2016
The Secret Sister (Fairham Island #1)
by Brenda Novak#1 New York Times bestselling author Brenda Novak pens the fan-favorite story of a recently divorced woman and the surprising, powerful ways she&’s able to rebuild her family.After a painful divorce, Maisey Lazarow returns to Fairham, the small island off the South Carolina coast where she grew up. She goes there to heal—and to help her brother, Keith, a deeply troubled man who's asked her to come home. But she refuses to stay in the family house. The last person she wants to see is the wealthy, controlling mother she escaped years ago. Instead, she finds herself living next door to someone else she'd prefer to avoid—Rafe Romero, the wild, reckless boy to whom she lost her virginity at sixteen. He's back on the island, and to her surprise, he's raising a young daughter alone. Maisey's still attracted to him, but her heart's too broken to risk… Then something even more disturbing happens. She discovers a box of photographs that evoke distant memories of a little girl, a child Keith remembers, too. Maisey believes the girl must've been their sister, but their mother claims there was no sister. Maisey is convinced that child existed. So where is she now? Previously published.
The Secret Sister: A thrilling family saga (Fairham Island #1)
by Brenda NovakDid she once have a sister? Has her mother lied all these years? Why? After a painful divorce, Maisey Lazarow returns to Fairham, the small island off the South Carolina coast where she grew up. She goes there to heal-and to help her brother, Keith, a deeply troubled man who's asked her to come home. But she refuses to stay in the family house. The last person she wants to see is the wealthy, controlling mother she escaped years ago. Instead, she finds herself living next door to someone else she'd prefer to avoid-Rafe Romero, the wild, reckless boy to whom she lost her virginity at sixteen. He's back on the island, and to her surprise, he's raising a young daughter alone. Maisey's still attracted to him, but her heart's too broken to risk... Then something even more disturbing happens. She discovers a box of photographs that evoke distant memories of a little girl, a child Keith remembers, too. Maisey believes the girl must've been their sister, but their mother claims there was no sister. Maisey's convinced that child existed. So where is she now?
The Secret Sky
by Atia AbawiAn eye-opening, heart-rending tale of love, honor and betrayal from veteran foreign news correspodent Atia Abawi Fatima is a Hazara girl, raised to be obedient and dutiful. Samiullah is a Pashtun boy raised to defend the traditions of his tribe. They were not meant to fall in love. But they do. And the story that follows shows both the beauty and the violence in current-day Afghanistan as Fatima and Samiullah fight their families, their cultures and the Taliban to stay together. Based on the people Atia Abawi met and the events she covered during her nearly five years in Afghanistan, this stunning novel is a must-read for anyone who has lived during America's War in Afghanistan. Perfect for fans of Patricia McCormick, Linda Sue Park, and Khaled Hosseini, this story will stay with readers for a long time to come. Praise for THE SECRET SKY * "Disturbing depictions of physical, emotional, and sexual violence against women, men, and children, both within families and between different groups, contrast with extravagant acts of courage, kindness, and sacrifice....A suspenseful, enlightening, and hopeful love story."--Publishers Weekly, starred review "Riveting plot, sympathetic characters and straightforward narration studded with vivid, authentic detail: a top choice."--Kirkus Reviews "[The Secret Sky is] a tale of the indomitable Afghan spirit of hope and love. Among the many novels set in Afghanistan for young people or for adults, The Secret Sky stands alone. Unputdownable. Unforgettable."--Trent Reedy, author of Words in the Dust "The Secret Sky brilliantly captures the magic and the heartbreak of Afghanistan as only someone rooted in its mystery can....This first novel by a top foreign correspondent has the authenticity of raw journalism and the poetry of a gifted writer. A must read for anyone who wants to understand the contradictions of the Afghan soul."--Andrea Mitchell, NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent and anchor of Andrea Mitchell Reports "A riveting tale written from the heart....This powerful love story will leave you angry at injustice, and awed by courage. It shocks and inspires."--Lyse Doucet, Chief International Correspondent, BBC "The Secret Sky is an amazing combination of utterly searing and beautifully romantic. It was like reading The Kite Runner--a gripping story that gave insight to this brutal yet magical culture."--Daphne Benedis-Grab, author of The Girl in the Wall
The Secret Society of the Pink Crystal Ball
by Risa GreenIn a world where nothing is certain, a little magic couldn't hurt. . . right? When Erin Channing's favorite aunt dies, Erin is bequeathed a pink crystal ball and a set of weird instructions. Granted, Aunt Kiki (aka Aunt Kooky) always lived "outside the box." But now Erin and her two best friends are convinced that the pink crystal ball holds the key to their future-or at least the key to getting dates: Consider Your Fate to Be Sealed; Absolute knowledge is not unlimited; let the planets be your guide to the number; There are sixteen ways to die, but four of them you will never see; The future belongs to you alone; Other voices will be disappointed; One rotation is as far as you can see. Only uncertainty lies beyond.
The Secret Soldier
by Jennifer MoreyThe powerful stranger broke down the door and saved Sabine O'Clery from the terrorists holding her hostage. But her secretive hero was forbidden from revealing his identity. Until enemy fire forced them to crash-land. . . . Of all the covert military missions, being stranded on a Greek island with a beautiful woman is one that Cullen McQueen never imagined. But their stay in paradise was all too fleeting. He had to take Sabine back to America, or risk blowing his cover and losing everything he'd fought for. Yet memories of one passion-filled night haunted him. . . and when danger followed Sabine home, the stealth soldier knew he would break all the rules to keep her safe forever.
The Secret Son's Homecoming (The Cedar River Cowboys #7)
by Helen LaceyTO LEARN TO LOVE…HE WILL HAVE TO LET GO…The illegitimate son of the wealthiest man in Cedar River, Jonah Rickard spent his life avoiding his father. Forced back home for a wedding, he’s brought face-to-face with the only woman to ever threaten his hardened heart. Connie Bedford knows what it is to be haunted by the past, betrayed by trust…scared by desire. Years ago, Jonah’s father saved her. Now only Connie and her love can save Jonah—and, maybe, his family…