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Widowland: A Novel (Widowland #1)
by C. J. Carey2023 Philip K. Dick Award Nominee"A compulsive, terrifying read."—Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Rose CodeFor readers of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale comes a thrilling feminist dystopian novel set in an alternative history that terrifyingly imagines what a British alliance with Germany would look like if the Nazis had won WWII.To control the past, they edited history. To control the future, they edited literature.LONDON, 1953. Thirteen years have passed since England surrendered to the Nazis and formed a Grand Alliance with Germany. It was forced to adopt many of its oppressive ideologies, one of which was the strict classification of women into hierarchical groups based on the perceived value they brought to society.Rose Ransom, a member of the privileged Geli class, remembers life from before the war but knows better than to let it show. She works for the Ministry of Culture, rewriting the classics of English literature to ensure there are no subversive thoughts that will give women any ideas.Outbreaks of insurgency have been seen across the country with graffiti made up of seditious lines from forbidden works by women painted on public buildings. Suspicion has fallen on Widowland, the run-down slums where childless women over fifty have been banished. Rose is given the dangerous task of infiltrating Widowland to find the source of the rebellion before the Leader arrives in England for the Coronation ceremony of King Edward VIII and Queen Wallis.Will Rose follow her instructions and uncover the criminals? Or will she fight for what she knows in her heart is right?Praise for Widowland:"A mind-bender of a novel about the power of literature to change minds. I loved it!" —Mark Sullivan, bestselling author of The Last Green Valley and Beneath a Scarlet Sky"I rarely come across a book I can't put down but I devoured this one." —Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of two historical mystery series as well as several internationally bestselling historical novels"An electrifying, Orwellian dystopia with a thrilling feminist twist." —Lara Prescott, New York Times bestselling author of The Secrets We Kept"Tense, thought-provoking, and terrifying." —Natalie Jenner, international bestselling author of The Jane Austen Society and Bloomsbury Girls
Wielding a Red Sword (Incarnations Of Immortality Ser. #Bk. 4)
by Piers AnthonyMym was a dutiful son, but rather than agree to his father's choice for his marriage, he took up the Red Sword, symbol of office of the Incarnation of War, in order to ameliorate some of the suffering caused by Earth's constant petty wars. But Mym discovered that Satan was waiting to trap him, and he must now take desperate measures to outwit the evil genius who aimed to destroy the world...
Wife After Wife: deliciously entertaining and addictive, the perfect beach read
by Olivia HayfieldGlamour, infidelity, murder . . .Ruthless, devilishly handsome businessman Harry Rose is head of Rose Corporation, No. 18 on the Forbes rich list, and recently married to wife number six. But now, with his business in the spotlight and his love life under scrutiny, Harry's perfect world has the potential to come crashing to the ground.From eighties young gun to noughties billionaire, there's a reason why Harry's many wives have found him impossible to resist. But behind the money, sex and glamour lies a truer tale of infidelity, conspiracy and murder . . .Based on the trials and tribulations of the most infamous historical playboy of them all, Henry VIII, this tale of glamour and serial monogamy will leave you wickedly entertained.Why readers love Wife After Wife:'A delicious read for anyone looking to sink into a big juicy story about love, lust, betrayal and other unfortunate consequences of the heart' Renée Rosen, bestselling author of Park Avenue Summer'An ingenious concept with a perfect anti-hero and addictive plot - I loved it!' Francesca Hornak, author of Seven Days of Us'There's a reason why Harry's many wives have found him impossible to resist . . . brilliant!' Women's Way'This tale of glamour and serial monogamy will leave you deliciously entertained' Female.com.au'This book is absolutely amazing . . . scandalous and rich! Definitely worth adding to the summer read list!' Netgalley review'I loved it. It's a beautifully written contemporary novel that I just could not put down. Five stars and it deserves every one!' Netgalley review
Wife After Wife: deliciously entertaining and addictive, the perfect beach read
by Olivia Hayfield'A great summer read' Woman's WayGlamour, infidelity, murder . . . Ruthless, devilishly handsome businessman Harry Rose is head of Rose Corporation, No. 18 on the Forbes rich list, and recently married to wife number six. But now, with his business in the spotlight and his love life under scrutiny, Harry's perfect world has the potential to come crashing to the ground.From eighties young gun to noughties billionaire, there's a reason why Harry's many wives have found him impossible to resist. But behind the money, sex and glamour lies a truer tale of infidelity, conspiracy and murder . . .Loosely based on the trials and tribulations of the most infamous historical playboy of them all, Henry VIII, this tale of glamour and serial monogamy will leave you wickedly entertained.'A delicious read for anyone looking to sink into a big juicy story about love, lust, betrayal and other unfortunate consequences of the heart' Renée Rosen, bestselling author of Park Avenue Summer'An ingenious concept with a perfect anti-hero and addictive plot - I loved it!' Francesca Hornak, author of Seven Days of Us
Wife for Real
by Jennifer TaylorDid she dare become his wife for real?Katherine's marriage seems perfect. Her husband, Jordan, is handsome, charming and wealthy-and their home idyllic. However, in reality, theirs is a marriage of convenience. Katherine has been happy to accept this-it's easy, comfortable and suits her needs. Now, one year into their arrangement, Katherine's peace of mind is shattered when Jordan demands that they be married in every sense.Dare Katherine agree? After all, it is not as if she hasn't wanted Jordan in ever sense. She simply has to face her memories of their wedding night and come to terms with her own all too "real" needs.
Wife to a Stranger
by Daphne ClairStranger in her bedCapri recognized the handsome man in front of her as her husband. She knew his name was Rolfe, but other than that he was a complete stranger to her. In fact, she could remember nothing at all about her life, prior to waking up in the hospital bed. Perhaps all she needed was to get home to New Zealand and her memory would return.It didn't, despite some shocking revelations about herself and her marriage. One thing she did know: whatever their marital problems might have been, the chemistry between them was as strong as ever. But how could she sleep with a man she barely knew-even if he was her husband?
Wife with Amnesia
by Metsy HingleSHE COULDN’T REMEMBER…He said he was her husband, but Claire had no recollection of New Orleans titan Matt Gallagher—or the luxurious life he claimed they’d shared. Though she couldn’t deny the passion his virile presence aroused, she didn’t dare give in to the rush of powerful emotions. Especially since she sensed her alleged husband wasn’t telling her all….HE COULDN’T FORGET!When Claire turned up with no memory of their separation, Matt seized the opportunity to reclaim his wife—and protect her from her mysterious assailant. Matt could face any danger—except the danger of losing the love of his life….
Wiking Vampier reis
by Elaine Vianka Van BokkemDie sneeu die tyd van die jaar was so diep dat mense nie soos gewoonlik met hulle honde slee hier gereis het nie. Ek het reeds vir 'n paar dae nie bloed gehad nie en het swak gevoel. Skielik het ek mensbloed geruik. Ek het twee mense in die verte gewaar. Vars bloed het op die witsneeu gedrup. Hulle was waarskynlik in 'n ongeluk en die pad byster geraak. My onsterflike lewe word gekompliseerd toe 'n aantreklike negentienjarige viking vampier, Mikael my om hulp kom vra. Gedurende ons seereis om Norwëe te bevry van Engelse vampiere, het ek gevoelens begin ontwikkel vir Mikael se broer Noak. My naam is Klar en ek is 'n wiking vampier.
Wild
by Kate Douglas Eve Langlais A.C. ArthurTHREE SMOKING HOT SHIFTER STORIES, INCLUDING ONE BY EVE LANGLAIS, PACKED INTO ONE SIZZLING ANTHOLOGY!A brand new, never before published novella!In Catch a Tiger by the Tail by Eve Langlais, Broderick has a job to do—audit the books of a gentleman’s club. Sounds simple, except his company wants him to find dirt linking to the mob, his secret mob employer wants someone to pin the blame on, and the bar manager at the heart of the controversy doesn’t want him—even though she’s his mate.Previously published in the 2-in-1 e-original Claimed by the Mate, Vol. 2 and in print for the first time! In Wild Passions by Kate Douglas, six women—friends closer than sisters—head off to an exclusive mountain resort for a week-long bachelorette getaway, where most of the women just wants to know if there are any good men left in the world. There are, and they’re the men of Feral Passions, a unique resort located on a private wolf preserve, owned and run by a pack of sexy werewolves who use it as their own personal hunting ground for mates. In Her Perfect Mates by A.C. Arthur, Malec Zenta was part of a loving lycan family until his twin brother’s suicide took a piece of his soul. Channing Verdi never knew his parents, but that was fine because at the age of sixteen on the night of the full moon, he realized his purpose. The only pleasure these two betas have managed to find in their life was in the bed with the women they shared. Now, a human woman has entered their lives...a woman who sets their primal instincts on fire, a woman they can’t help but stake their claim on...and give her the ultimate pleasure of being with two shifters at once.
Wild & Hexy
by Thompson Vicki LewisAfter gaining twenty pounds, former Dairy Festival Queen Annie Winston dreads going back to Big Knob, Indiana, feeling like a dairy cow. But if Annie has changed, so has her quirky home town. A matchmaking witch and wizard have moved into the neighborhood…and they've found the perfect match for Annie. Shy computer whiz Jeremy Dunstan secretly lusted after Annie when they were teenagers, but he never had the courage to pursue her. Now he has a second chance, but only if he can unleash his wild side. It's the sort of transformation that requires confidence, determination…and a little hex. Watch a QuickTime author interview for this book. .
Wild About Harry: Wild About Harry Ragged Rainbows Snowflakes On The Sea Daring Moves
by Linda Lael MillerBESTSELLING AUTHOR COLLECTIONReader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authorsWild About Harryby #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael MillerAmy Ryan strictly defined herself in three ways: successful businesswoman, devoted mother and grieving widow. She never did anything impulsive—until she met powerful Australian businessman Harry Griffith. Suddenly, Amy was doing all kinds of wild things—enjoying romantic dinners, taking spontaneous luxury vacations…even falling in love. But with part of her still devoted to her husband, she&’s unsure if she&’ll be able to give all of herself to a new man.Harry&’s sure he loves Amy, is even prepared to wait until she&’s ready to move forward with their new relationship. But he can sense that part of her won&’t let go of her past. How can he convince Amy to embrace a new life when she&’s already lost so much?FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Stone Cold Surrenderby New York Times bestselling author Brenda JacksonStone Westmoreland has an eye for the ladies and charm that never fails. He&’s an experienced player who plays for keeps. So who would have guessed that prim and proper Madison Winters would be the one to rattle his nerves without even trying?
Wild Action
by Dawn StewardsonA screwball romantic comedy with wild animal attraction!Animal magnetism!Nick Montgomery was a cop, not an animal trainer. At least, not until he quit his job on the promise of an inheritance and found out he owned half of Wild Action, an animal talent agency.The other half belonged to Carly Dumon, his dead uncle's protégée, and a very attractive one at that. Of course, Nick told himself he wasn't interested. All he wanted was to put Wild Action in the black and sell his share so he could go back to his real life-even if that meant solving the mystery behind the series of "accidents" plaguing the agency.But that was before Attila the bear fell in love with him and refused to behave for anyone else. It was also before he fell in love with Carly, who didn't behave for anyone!
Wild Angel by Mary Merriwell: by Max Merriwell
by Pat MurphyWhen Sarah McKensie's parents are murdered, the young girl is saved by a mother wolf and raised in the pack. Part Mowgli, part Tarzan of the Apes, Sarah becomes the Wild Angel of the Sierras, rescuing those in need, while eluding her parents' killer, a man who still wants to see her dead.An amazing young savage, Sarah lives with the wolves, hunts with the wolves, fights for dominance in the pack. She watches people from a distance, but she does not think of herself as one of them. She belongs to the pack. How can such a child be reclaimed for civilization?Sarah's struggle for survival brings together a fascinating assortment of characters: Max Phillips, who found her parents' bodies and never gave up the search for the missing child; Audrey North, Sarah's aunt, who wants nothing more than to find her niece; and, ultimately, a young Temperance missionary, Professor Serunca's travelling circus, and a mysterious itinerant fortune-teller named Gitana.
Wild As a Wolf (SWAT #15)
by Paige TylerNothing is more powerful than a werewolf—excerpt perhaps a mighty warrior.Nothing surprises SWAT alpha Hale Delaney—he's seen almost everything since he became a werewolf. But when he goes head-to-head with Dallas's newest supernatural villain and is saved by the woman he loved and lost a decade ago, his world is turned upside down. Karissa Bonifay has always been fierce and capable, but now she's a sword-wielding warrior in her own right.The more time Hale and Karissa spend together hunting the dangerous supernaturals terrorizing the city, the closer they come to the truth about what really came between them all those years ago...Praise for Paige Tyler's paranormal romances:"A wild, hot, and sexy ride from beginning to end! I loved it!"—Terry Spear, USA Today bestselling author, for Her Perfect Mate"A steamy, action-packed walk on the wild side! The sexy wolves of SWAT are not to be missed!"—J.D. Tyler, bestselling author, for Wolf Trouble"Signature tongue-in-cheek humor, paranormal action, and plenty of sizzle."—Publishers Weekly for The Wolf Is Mine
Wild Beauty: A Novel
by Anna-Marie Mclemore<P> Love grows such strange things. <P>Anna-Marie McLemore's debut novel The Weight of Feathers garnered fabulous reviews and was a finalist for the prestigious YALSA Morris Award, and her second novel, When the Moon was Ours, was longlisted for the 2016 National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Now, in Wild Beauty, McLemore introduces a spellbinding setting and two characters who are drawn together by fate—and pulled apart by reality. <P>For nearly a century, the Nomeolvides women have tended the grounds of La Pradera, the lush estate gardens that enchant guests from around the world. They’ve also hidden a tragic legacy: if they fall in love too deeply, their lovers vanish. But then, after generations of vanishings, a strange boy appears in the gardens. <P>The boy is a mystery to Estrella, the Nomeolvides girl who finds him, and to her family, but he’s even more a mystery to himself; he knows nothing more about who he is or where he came from than his first name. As Estrella tries to help Fel piece together his unknown past, La Pradera leads them to secrets as dangerous as they are magical in this stunning exploration of love, loss, and family.
Wild Blood
by Nancy A. CollinsFollowing the death of his beloved mother, young Skinner Cade discovers he was adopted. Determined to find his true origins, he travels westward from the Mississippi Delta to the deserts of Arizona. There, Skinner learns of Changing Woman, the mysterious leader of the Coyotero who might be his biological mother. When a misunderstanding with the cops lands him behind bars, Skinner discovers a dark and brutal aspect of himself that he believed existed only in his nightmares: He is not truly human, but a werewolf. After escaping during a prison riot of his own creation, Skinner crosses paths with a pack of young werewolves, posing as a punk band, who draw him even deeper into a terrifying, monstrous world of bloodlust, murder, and depravity. Will Skinner Cade fight to maintain his humanity, or will he fully embrace his wild blood? This ebook edition has been heavily revised and updated and is the author's preferred text.
Wild Blood (Horses of the Dawn #3)
by Kathryn LaskyFrom the author of the New York Times–bestselling Guardians of Ga’hoole, when a filly from a wild herd is taken, the horses must rally to her rescue.After adopting an orphan human boy, the first herd of horses in the New World is finally ready to make the treacherous journey across the mountains to find the Sweet Grass that promises survival. But when their leader, Estrella, is captured by cruel men, it delivers a blow to the very heart of the herd. If the horses turn back, they’ll never make it across the mountains before winter. But if they leave Estrella in captivity, the wild-born filly will surely perish. The conclusion to Kathryn Lasky’s Horses of the Dawn trilogy will make your heart beat to the rhythm of thundering hooves, leaving you breathless as you join the herd’s final fight for freedom.Praise for Horses of the Dawn, book one:“As in works such as her Guardians of Ga’hoole series, Lasky uses animals to touch on very human issues. —Kirkus Reviews“Lasky successfully fuses fantasy and fact as she gives her equine characters credible emotional depth and underscores the tensions and disparity between Old and New World sensibilities. It’s a haunting story of loss, self-discovery, survival, and homecoming.” —Publishers Weekly
Wild Blood (The Switchers Trilogy #3)
by Kate ThompsonTess is a Switcher, able to change shape at will—and it&’s time for her to choose her final formTess can morph into any creature, including ones thought to be imaginary. Within days, she will turn fifteen and lose her power, remaining locked into a single shape. But what shape should she choose? As she tries to decide, Tess travels to her uncle Maurice&’s farm in County Clare. She&’s distracted from her weighty decision by the feeling that there&’s something strange about the woods near the farm. Why is Uncle Maurice so eager to sell the land? And what does the secret in the woods have to do with Tess&’s choice? Her journey will take her to places she never could have imagined as she approaches once and for all her final Switch.
Wild Blood: A Novel
by Nancy A. CollinsA supernatural thriller that &“goes for the throat [and] doesn&’t let go . . . Among the best werewolf novels in recent memory&” from the Bram Stoker Award–winning author (Rocky Mountain News). After Skinner Cade&’s mother dies, he learns he was adopted. Though his search for his Native American parents hits a dead end, his real name is revealed: Skinwalker. His frustration explodes into a bar fight, landing him in prison. But everything changes—including himself—when he&’s brought to the brink of death during a brutal attack. Skinner transforms into a werewolf, leaving a massacre in the wake of his jailbreak. Once a college student, now a monster, Skinner embarks on a journey across the West, eventually encountering a pack of fellow vargr, members of a death metal band led by a twin brother and sister with twisted appetites. They take Skinner to the Howl, a werewolf gathering, where he learns about the legacy he carries in his blood—and after a violent melee, rises to become alpha of the pack. It&’s only when Skinner goes rogue to save his humanity that he&’ll finally discover an inherited power, his true place in the world—and a prophesy only he can fulfill . . .Praise for Nancy A. Collins &“Possibly the most original voice in the world of vampire fiction since Anne Rice published Interview with a Vampire.&” —Film Threat &“Nancy Collins&’ bone-colored, blood-smeared star . . . stands bright and hot at the pinnacle of the horror heap.&” —Joe R. Lansdale, author of Moon Lake and Bubba Ho-Tep &“If there is such a thing as a splatterpunk masterpiece, Nancy A. Collins has written it.&” —Asimov&’s Science Fiction
Wild Blue Under
by Judi FennellThe underwater kingdom is his as soon as he claims his queen... Rod Tritone has the looks and charm to snag any queen he wants for his Mer kingdom, but unfortunately, it's not up to him. As fate would have it, the one woman destined to rule with him is terrified of water... She lives in land-locked Kansas and has no idea she's a princess... Valerie Dumere thinks Rod is gorgeous and irresistible--but why does he keep insisting she has another side to herself that only he can show her? Somehow, Rod has to prove to her who she really is. But when she finds out the truth, will she ever forgive him?
Wild Boar in the Cane Field: A Novel
by Anniqua RanaOne day, a baby girl, Tara, is found, abandoned and covered in flies. She is raised by two mothers in a community rife with rituals and superstition. As she grows, Tara pursues acceptance at all costs. Saffiya, her adoptive mother, and Bhaggan, Saffiya’s maidservant, are victims of the men in their community, and the two women, in turn, struggle and live short but complicated lives. The only way for the villagers to find solace is through the rituals of ancient belief systems. Tara lives in a village that could be any village in South Asia, and she dies, like many young women in the area, during childbirth. Her short life is dedicated to her efforts to find happiness, despite the fact that she has no hope of going to school or making any life choices in the feudal, patriarchal world in which she finds herself. Poignant and compelling, Wild Boar in the Cane Field depicts the tragedy that often characterizes the lives of those who live in South Asia—and demonstrates the heroism we are all capable of even in the face of traumatic realities.
Wild Cards
by George R.R. MartinThe return of the famous shared-world superhero books created and edited by George R. R. Martin, author of A GAME OF THRONESThere is a secret history of the world - a history in which an alien virus struck the Earth in the aftermath of World War II, endowing a handful of survivors with extraordinary powers. Some were called Aces - those with superhuman mental and physical abilities. Others became Jokers - cursed with bizarre mental or physical disabilities. Some turned their talents to the service of humanity. Others used their powers for evil. Wild Cards is their story.Return to the beginning of the long running shared-world series edited by George R. R. Martin, featuring stories and characters who would go on to become legends. Super-heroes have never been more real. Originally published in 1987, Wild Cards includes powerful tales by Roger Zelazny, Walter Jon Williams, Howard Waldrop, Lewis Shiner, and George R. R. Martin himself. And this expanded edition contains further original tales set at the beginning of the Wild Cards universe, by eminent new writers like Hugo-winner David Levine, noted screenwriter and novelist Michael Cassutt, and New York Times bestseller Carrie Vaughn.
Wild Cards (Wild Cards I)
by George R. R. MartinIn the aftermath of WWII, an alien virus struck Earth, endowing a handful of survivors with strange superhuman powers, called the Jokers and Aces.
Wild Cards 1-3: The first three books in the best-selling superhero series, collected for the first time
by George R.R. MartinThere is a secret history of the world - a history in which an alien virus struck the Earth in the aftermath of World War II, endowing a handful of survivors with extraordinary powers. Some were called Aces - those with superhuman mental and physical abilities. Others became Jokers - cursed with bizarre mental or physical disabilities. Some turned their talents to the service of humanity. Others used their powers for evil. Wild Cards is their story.Return to the beginning of the long running shared-world series edited by George R. R. Martin, featuring stories and characters who would go on to become legends. Super-heroes have never been more real. The original trilogy contains stories by Roger Zelazny, Walter Jon Williams, Howard Waldrop, Lewis Shiner, Michael Cassutt, Carrie Vaughn, John J. Miller, Melinda Snodgrass and George R. R. Martin himself.Contains WILD CARDS, WILD CARDS: ACES HIGH and WILD CARDS: JOKERS WILD