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Ill Wind
by James HiltonNot one of them knew it-or willed it-but each was to touch off an explosive event that would alter forever an unknown person's life! Death and murder in the Far East began the human chain. It was lengthened by the unsuspecting behavior of a disgraced civil servant ... by the antics of a much-married movie queen, a wealthy newspaper tycoon, a murderously-inclined Indian woman and an alarmingly handsome Rumanian youth ... One by one, as the links are added, James Hilton creates a powerful story of human passions to rank with his finest novels.
Illegal Affairs
by Dansby Harvey SheliaIn the heart of Texas, Monroe University Law School's newest recruits have it all. . . but in Shelia Dansby Harvey's sexy, explosive debut novel, that might be too much. Beautiful and kind--yet fiery and passionate when it counts--Callie Stephens has a new career track, a new best friend, and a new love. Finally the void left by her father's mysterious death is being filled, but life has a few new twists in store. . . Smart, successful seductress Raven Holloway has "that intangible thang" everyone in town has noticed--including a very powerful, very married, Texas senator. Raven's used to going for it all, but this time she may be going too far. . . Aspiring lawyer and ex-pro football player Omar Faxton is a freeloading womanizer. Then he meets Callie. Now he's torn between two loves: his real-life woman and the insatiable greed that's fueled every relationship he's ever had--including the one Callie doesn't know about. . . Tall, dark, and intense, Keith Dawson is trying to put his life back together after some serious screw-ups. But when he finds himself irresistibly attracted to his friend Omar's girl, he wonders if he's just rotten to the core. . . Meanwhile, as a white student at Monroe, Bret Milstead is in the minority for the first time. And when he finds himself falling for a black classmate, he'll have to choose between convention and uncharted waters dictated by love. . . "Sexy and sassy. . . a can't-miss tale. " --Victor McGlothin, author of Every Sistah Wants It "A compelling and page-turning novel. " --R. A. W. SISTAZ Reviewers "Hot romance and spicy intrigue. " --William July, author of The Hidden Lover Shelia Dansby Harvey is a practicing attorney and has taught at Rice University's graduate school of business and Thurgood Marshal School of Law. Among her many accomplishments, she was the publisher of Black Tie, an African American lifestyle magazine. She lives with her husband in Houston, Texas.
Illegal Contact (The Barons #1)
by Santino HassellNew York Barons tight end Gavin Brawley is suspended from the team and on house arrest after a video of him brawling goes viral. Gavin already has a reputation as a jerk with a temper on and off the field—which doesn’t help him once he finds himself on the wrong side of the law. And while he’s been successful professionally, he’s never been lucky when it comes to love. <p><p> Noah Monroe is a recent college grad looking for a job—any job—to pay off his mounting student debt. Working as Gavin’s personal assistant/babysitter seems like easy money. But Noah isn’t prepared for the electrifying tension between him and the football player. He’s not sure if he’d rather argue with Gavin or tackle him to the floor. But both men know the score, and neither is sure what will happen once Gavin's timeout is over…
Illegal Motion
by Donna KauffmanNICK--A Dream-Weaving Devil Who Could Charm a Lady Out of Her Clothes ... He was desperate enough to try anything to clear his name, but football star Nick Logan figured he could intimidate or charm the truth out of Willa Trask--until he was burned by the sparks that flamed between him and the beautiful redhead! He'd hired her to rehabilitate his injured knee, vowing to discover if she'd helped frame him--but instead of an ice princess, he found in her a wanton witch who touched his soul. Did He Want Her, or Just Revenge? His lethal grin made her composure vanish, while Nick's sheer power made Willa feel utterly female. With no choice but surrender, she melted in his arms, convincing him of her innocence ... and her need to be loved. As Willa struggled to heal his wounded spirit and his warrior's body, Nick knew they were destined to be lovers. But would baiting his trap for the bad guys make him forget to hold on to her heart?
Illegal Possession
by Kay HooperFromNew York Timesbestselling author Kay Hooper comes a novel of suspense, mystery, and seduction that begins at the scene of a crime—and brings a man and woman together in a dangerous partnership that could cost them everything. … What she was doing was immoral, illegal, and could easily get her killed—but Troy Bennett wasn’t apologizing to anyone. She’d been caught red-handed in the middle of a felony and she couldn’t have picked a more dangerous man to be holding her fate in his hands. Not that straitlaced businessman Dallas Cameron intended to turn her over to the law. He had far more devious intentions for the sexy cat burglar. He planned to uncover the secrets of this complex and mysterious woman who broke into homes and yet had connections with Interpol, who rejected his interest but seduced him at every turn. Thief, security expert, art aficionado, Washington, D. C. , hostess to the rich, famous, and immensely powerful—who was Troy Bennett? Would answering that question take Dallas over the line he always drew between good and evil and plunge both of them into the darker side of desire? From the Paperback edition.
Illegally Yours: A Laws of Attraction Novel (Laws of Attraction #2)
by Kate MeaderRule #1: Never fall for your client. Rule #2: Never fall for your client’s fiercely protective, smoking hot sister-in-law. I’m the kind of guy who believes that everyone deserves the best legal representation money can buy—which just so happens to be me, Lucas Wright. Give me your henpecked, your cuckolded, your irreconcilable differences yearning to break free! And if you’re the bad guy in your marriage, that’s cool too. Your green is as good as anyone’s. Tell that to Trinity Jones. It’s my job to destroy her sister—the soon-to-be ex-wife of my a-hole of a client—and Trinity’s “big sis” instincts are dialed up to the max. I admire that. I admire her. But she won’t stop me from representing my client to the best of my ability. Not even if my chemistry with Trinity is undeniable. Not even if we can’t keep our hands off each other. Not even if she injects life into a heart assumed to be long dead. Because when faced with a choice between love and duty, the job will always win—or at least that’s what I thought before I met Trinity . . . and suddenly conflict of interest never felt so right. Advance praise for Illegally Yours“Illegally Yours is funny, sexy, smart, and impossible to put down. I adored it.”—Serena Bell, USA Today bestselling author of Sleepover “Smart, sexy banter and fast-paced fun, Illegally Yours will keep you up far past your bedtime. The chemistry between Trinity and Lucas is off the charts. I loved this book!”—Kimberly Kincaid, USA Today bestselling author of the Station Seventeen series“Lengthy sex scenes, a hint of comedy, and a plot rich with character growth ensure Meader’s fans and newcomers will find something to love.”—Publishers Weekly“I absolutely loved this book. . . . The heart in the story makes you want the book to never end. . . . I highly suggest this romance.”—Jagged Edge Reviews (five stars)“This is my fifth [Kate] Meader book, and I think it’s my favorite. . . . An utterly delightful and heartwarming romance, which made me laugh a lot, and smile often.”—We Live and Breathe BooksThis ebook includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Illegitimate Daughter Too Unscrupulous: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Yan GuilaiIn a previous life she was infatuated with the wrong payment finally ended up in a broken family shattered reborn with hatred she became an ordinary girl of others guilt and longing for loved ones driving her closer and closer but in exchange for misunderstanding and suspicion and unacceptable feelings
Illegitimate Girl Takes World: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Qing YuAt the peak of Mount Kunlun, at the precipice of a tall cliff, a fierce wind blew. A full moon hung high above the vast curtain of darkness. A woman covered in blood stumbled as she stepped on the broken stones. In the end, she had nowhere to retreat to …
Illegitimate Girl Takes World: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Qing YuAt the peak of Mount Kunlun, at the precipice of a tall cliff, a fierce wind blew. A full moon hung high above the vast curtain of darkness. A woman covered in blood stumbled as she stepped on the broken stones. In the end, she had nowhere to retreat to …
Illegitimate Girl Takes World: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Qing YuAt the peak of Mount Kunlun, at the precipice of a tall cliff, a fierce wind blew. A full moon hung high above the vast curtain of darkness. A woman covered in blood stumbled as she stepped on the broken stones. In the end, she had nowhere to retreat to …
Illicit Hunger
by Dee CarneyVampires don't feed from werewolves ... but when the prima lux of the vampire world feeds on werewolf Jericho Taylor to save her life, she sets into motion events that could destroy both their worlds. Illicit Hunger by Dee Carney is an exciting tale of mystery, passion, and forbidden love. Up until now, almost every part of her life has been dictated to her. When Lia Hampton, vampire prima lux, goes clubbing with her best friend, it's the last bit of rebellion against her arranged marriage she can muster. An attempt on her life was not part of that plan.Jericho Taylor is placed in the enviable role of protecting the vampire community's first daughter. In a world where the werewolf is considered tainted, interaction with them almost forbidden, Lia must do the unthinkable--feed from Jericho--to save her own life.What happens when she bites him sparks a whirlwind of events which threaten to rip their lives, community, and a growing love, apart.
Illicit Italian Nights
by Melanie MilburneA forbidden, forced proximity, Italian billionaire romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Melanie Milburne. She&’s off-limits… And the Italian is unraveling! When her baby niece needs her, Addison Featherstone has no choice but to turn to Ludovic Jacobetti for help. Not only is he the infant&’s godfather; his private jet can take them to Italy. There&’s just one complication: playboy Vic has long been the object of innocent Addie&’s deepest desires… As his friend&’s sister, Addie is entirely forbidden to Vic. Yet when they're alone in Lake Como, he&’s forced to acknowledge she&’s more alluring than he&’s ever allowed himself to notice… And once the sun sets, their chemistry doesn&’t simply become intoxicating—it&’s irresistible! From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Illicit Night with the Greek
by Susanna CarrThe Greek's unexpected parting gift... Stergios Antoniou hasn't seen his exiled, troublemaking stepsister, Jodie Little, since the night they finally gave in to their forbidden attraction. Learning she's returned to Athens during a business deal too crucial to jeopardize, he holds her prisoner on his private island until it's over. Jodie wants to rectify the past, but being so close to Stergios's potent sensuality, she's once again a slave to their destructive desire. One last illicit night should have put their affair behind them, but Jodie leaves the island with more than scorching-hot memories...
Illicit Temptations: The Make Me Series: Volume 1 (The Make Me Series)
by Katee RobertFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Neon Gods comes two emotionally intense and dangerously sexy novels in one volume. What if the one person you shouldn&’t want is the one you can&’t resist? Make Me YoursBecka Baudin gets what she wants, and she wants Aaron Livingston—but only for a quick affair. Weeks later, her coveted freedom starts to disappear thanks to a plus sign on a pregnancy test. Aaron insists she move in to his penthouse and commit to a relationship, but Becka demands he give her space without pushing for more. They are total opposites—with different jobs, interests, lives. But their chemistry keeps pushing them together…for better or for worse?Make Me NeedTrish Livingston desperately needs her new job. Which means putting up with the world&’s grumpiest boss—who is also her brother&’s best friend and business partner, Cameron O&’Clery. The way he looks at her is pure disdain…but when he touches her, it&’s pure fire. With family and business ties at stake, they are not supposed to be together. There&’s a fine line between hate and lust, and they are going to cross it…but at what cost?Previously published as Make Me Yours and Make Me Need.
Illinois! (Wagons West Series, Book #18)
by Dana Fuller RossThe eighteenth fabulous adventure in the WAGONS WEST series--an exciting mixture of history and action in one of America's most turbulent decades, a time of new frontiers, new fortunes, and new heroes to inherit the pioneer legacy of vision and courage.
Illiterate Foodie's Ghost Hunting Life: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Zhuang HuTuYe Chong, as an expert in chasing ghosts, knew more ghosts than anyone else as he played outside the gates of Peach Blossom Mountain as soon as he landed. He went down the mountain once a year and only came back to the city once every ten years. He discovered that everything was delicious underneath the mountain and there was also another profession called Spirit Master. What about you? Why is that Shen San always coming over?
Illiterate Foodie's Ghost Hunting Life: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Zhuang HuTuYe Chong, as an expert in chasing ghosts, knew more ghosts than anyone else as he played outside the gates of Peach Blossom Mountain as soon as he landed. He went down the mountain once a year and only came back to the city once every ten years. He discovered that everything was delicious underneath the mountain and there was also another profession called Spirit Master. What about you? Why is that Shen San always coming over?
Illuminae (The Illuminae Files #1)
by Jay Kristoff Amie Kaufman<P> This morning, Kady thought breaking up with Ezra was the hardest thing she’d have to do. This afternoon, her planet was invaded. <P>The year is 2575, and two rival megacorporations are at war over a planet that’s little more than a speck at the edge of the universe. Now with enemy fire raining down on them, Kady and Ezra—who are barely even talking to each other—are forced to evacuate with a hostile warship in hot pursuit. <P>But their problems are just getting started. A plague has broken out and is mutating with terrifying results; the fleet’s AI may actually be their enemy; and nobody in charge will say what’s really going on. As Kady hacks into a web of data to find the truth, it’s clear the only person who can help her is the ex-boyfriend she swore she’d never speak to again. <P>Told through a fascinating dossier of hacked documents—including emails, maps, files, IMs, medical reports, interviews, and more—Illuminae is the first book in a heart-stopping trilogy about lives interrupted, the price of truth, and the courage of everyday heroes. <P><b> Nominee for the 2018 Young Reader's Choice Award </b> <i>(Pacific Northwest Library Association)</i>
Illuminate: A Gilded Wings Novel, Book One
by Aimee AgrestiHaven Terra is a brainy, shy high school outcast. But everything changes when she isawarded a prestigious internship at a posh Chicago hotel under the watchful eyes of agroup of gorgeous strangers: the powerful and alluring hotel owner Aurelia Brown; hersecond-in-command, the dashing Lucian Grove; and their stunning but aloof staff ofglamazons called The Outfit.As Haven begins falling for Lucian, she discovers that these beautiful people arenot quite what they seem. With the help of a mysterious book, she uncovers the evilagenda of Aurelia and company: they're in the business of buying souls. Will they succeedin wooing Haven to join them in their recruitment efforts, or will she be able tothwart this devilish set's plans to take the souls of her classmates on prom night at thehotel?
Illuminated
by Erica OrloffSome loves are not made to last . . . Like Romeo and Juliet, Heloise and Abelard were doomed from the start, and their romance was destined to pass into history. Yet when sixteen-year-old Callie Martin discovers a diary hidden within an antique book, their story - and hers - takes on another life. For the diary leads Callie to the brilliant and handsome August, who is just as mysterious as the secret the diary hides. Their attraction is undeniable. As the two hunt down the truth behind the diary - and that of Heloise and Abelard's ancient romance - their romance becomes all-consuming. But Callie knows it can't last . . . love never does. Will their love that burns as bright as a shooting star flame out, or will these star-crossed lovers be able to defy history? .
Illumination
by M. V. FreemanCapricious and free-spirited, Mina Tepes is forever trying to intervene. Some would say she interferes. Her attempt to save a friend worsens a war already waging between her people, the Darks, and their reviled overlords, the Mages. Desperate, she turns to the man who saved her life as child--an enemy Mage named Xander. As part of the ruling class, Xander Fjordson should never have taken notice of Mina, but even as boy, one look into her large dark eyes and he was lost. As an adult, involvement with her has ripped his world to shreds. Though the war she unintentionally instigated has made them enemies, when she comes to him bleeding and injured, he is unable to say no. He puts at risk what is left of his status and his family as he follows her, knowing in the end he'll have to betray her. Together Xander and Mina begin to unravel terrible secrets as the war escalates. Soon Xander must choose: save his family or the woman who's come to mean more to him than his own life.
Illusion
by Andrew NeidermanAn ad exec&’s dream date drags her into a twisted conspiracy in this romantic suspense tale by the bestselling author of The Devil&’s Advocate. Twenty-six-year-old Jillian Caldwell is on the verge of a promotion at a New York City advertising agency. Her mother, however, is more concerned that Jillian is the only one of her children who isn&’t married or engaged. It&’s not that Jillian hasn&’t tried. The men she&’s dated were just terribly boring and predictable. She wants a man with an air of mystery . . . Thirty-year-old Ron Cutler is a confident man who knows what he wants. He needs someone to help him expand his chain of upstate department stores, but after meeting Jillian, he&’ll settle for a date. That is followed by a full-blown romance, and Ron eventually surprises her with an engagement ring. When Jillian discovers something about Ron she doesn&’t like—he&’s disappears. Phone calls don&’t help. There&’s no number in Ron&’s name. His department store has never heard of him. They do, however, know a John Cutler, and Jillian decides to dig deeper. To find answers, she begins a twisted journey through a family&’s past that will irrevocably change her future . . . &“A master of psychological thrillers.&” —V. C. Andrews
Illusion
by Dy LovedayWhat's girl to do when wild visions make her an outcast? Party, of course! Or maybe, with the help of a scarred stranger, she can find her place in a world full of demons, nightmares, and magic. Then again, maybe not!Maya McAdam has never quite fit in, even on Earth where the magical elite sells alchemy on the black market. She has wild visions of conveyer belts turning into snakes and draws surrealistic pictures of places she's never been. Partying and tossing back spells seems like a good way of avoiding her problems.A week before her twenty-fifth birthday, her surrealist paintings finally sell. When a scarred stranger watches her from behind one of her sketches, she knows life is going to hell.Maya would never have imagined she's the daughter of a cursed king, and a bargaining tool for magical guilds. Will she fight demons and give up a desire for spells so she can find love with a warlock? Or will she leave her friends and become the nightmare the magical elite fears?
Illusion
by Emily FrenchSophy van Houton. Impetuous. Headstrong. Rich.The beautiful heiress needed to marry to access her fortune. But deep in her heart was a stubborn dream-to find a man who loved her for herself, not for her beauty or her money. In Seth Weston she realized the extent of her own desires and the depth of his need for her. But need was not the same as love....Seth Weston. Proud. Honorable. Haunted.Seth Weston was determined to save his crumbling textile empire, even if it meant marrying for money. A marriage of convenience, indeed, for any love in him had died at Gettysburg. Until Sophy swept into his life, challenging his preconceptions, unleashing his hidden passion....
Illusion
by Martina BooneBarrie must rescue her beloved and her family from evil spirits in the masterful conclusion to the Heirs of Watson Island trilogy.Caged by secrets all around her and haunted by mistakes that have estranged her from Eight Beaufort, Barrie Watson is desperate to break the curse that puts her family in danger--without breaking the beautiful magic that protects Watson's Landing. To do that, she must heal the rifts that have split the families of the island apart for three hundred years, unravel the mystery of the Fire Carrier and the spirits he guards, and take control of forces so deadly and awe-inspiring they threaten to overwhelm her. With the spirits that cursed Watson Island centuries ago awake and more dangerous than ever, she finds an unlikely ally in the haunting and enigmatic Obadiah, whose motivations and power she still can't read--or trust. His help comes at a price, however, plunging Barrie into a deadly maze of magic and wonder, mystery and intrigue that leads through history to places she never imagined she could go.