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Personal Protection
by Julie MillerPosing as a prince’s girlfriend puts an undercover cop in a dangerous position in this pulse-pounding romantic thriller.Kansas City cop Carly Valentine has seen it all in the line of duty. But she never thought she’d be assigned to be someone’s pretend girlfriend. Crowned Prince Ivan Mostek is holding a summit in town, and there are some who will stop at nothing to end his reign. To protect the prince from his fiercest enemies, Carly will have to go undercover and infiltrate his inner circle.When the threats get deadly, Carly and Ivan will have to keep close to stay alive. Suddenly, the experienced cop is faced with a mission like none she has ever trained for. One in which fake feelings could turn into something all too real.
Personal Relations
by Heather MacallisterThe Plot: Courtney Weathers desperately needs a date-for her older sister! Jeff Ryan needs a break from his workaholic stepbrother. The Personal Touch! brings the teens together as partners in But will it also make them family?Brooke Weathers is counting the days before Courtney goes to college. At least then, she might get a life-a sex life. Chase Davenport has been so busy climbing the corporate ladder and looking after Jeff, he can't remember ever having a sex life.But when the two kids decide to get married, Brooke and Chase have to team up to stop them. Too bad they can't keep their hands off each other long enough to do
Personal Security: A Spicy Bodyguard Romantic Suspense (Bachelor Bodyguards)
by Lisa ChildsHe&’ll risk anything to protect her… Even his heart. Watching over Blair Etheridge as she reopens her family&’s art gallery is Ivan Chekov&’s first chance to prove himself as a bodyguard. He hopes it&’s also a chance to start over. But this job brings up bad memories, and Blair doesn&’t want him anywhere near her. Ivan overcomes her stubborn streak after an attack on her life proves she&’s in danger. The undeniable attraction sizzling between them makes posing as her boyfriend easy, while the thought of losing her frightens him more than he&’s willing to admit. From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Bachelor Bodyguards series:Book 1: His Christmas AssignmentBook 2: Bodyguard DaddyBook 3: Beauty and the BodyguardBook 4: Nanny BodyguardBook 5: Single Mom's BodyguardBook 6: In the Bodyguard's ArmsBook 7: Soldier BodyguardBook 8: Guarding His WitnessBook 9: Evidence of AttractionBook 10: Bodyguard BoyfriendBook 11: Close Quarters with the BodyguardBook 12: Bodyguard Under SiegeBook 13: Hostage SecurityBook 14: Personal Security
Personal Target: An Elite Ops Novel (Elite Ops #2)
by Kay ThomasA special forces veteran must save the woman he never forgot from an enemy bent on revenge in this sexy military romantic thriller.A former SEAL and Black Ops specialist who left the CIA, Nick Donovan gave up a life on the edge to work in the private sector. But that didn’t stop his enemies from coming after him—or his family. In a case of mistaken identity, a drug cartel kidnaps his sister-in-law’s best friend . . . a woman from Nick’s past.One minute Jennifer Grayson is housesitting and the next she’s abducted to a foreign brothel. Jennifer is planning her escape when her first “customer” arrives. Nick, the man who broke her heart years ago, has come to her rescue. Now, as they race for their lives, passion for each other reignites and old secrets resurface. Can Nick keep the woman he loves safe from an enemy with a personal vendetta?
Personal Training (Work Out Series)
by Andrew GreyA Work Out StoryDetermined not to end up like his seventy-year-old diabetic father, Holton knows he needs to make a change. His quest to improve his health drives him to the gym, where he meets Marcus, a trainer with the body of a demigod. For three months Holton works hard, watches what he eats, drops a few pounds--and catches Marcus's eye not only for his slimmer body but for his dedication. Holton can barely believe it when Marcus asks him out, but he isn't about to say no. Despite several common interests, though, Marcus and Holton have some roadblocks to overcome. A harrowing event from Holton's past has made him gun-shy, and Marcus has insecurities of his own. If their relationship is going to work, they'll have to get past their hang-ups and prove that what really matters is the man inside.
Personalidades a Evitar
by Valerie Hockert Francisco Javier Haz SeoaneCada uno de los tipos de personalidad es un breve relato gracioso de una cita desastrosa. Estas historias se basan en experiencias reales y tienen su propósito. Ilustran lo que se espera de la otra persona en una relación; algo que aquellos que buscan esa relación duradera parecen haber olvidado. Se podría considerar un manual de instrucciones con un toque humorístico. Después de leer esto tendrás más conocimiento de cómo encontrar el amor y el romance, tanto si buscas mujeres como hombres, y qué buscar en el mundo de citas de solteros.
Personalidades para Evitar
by Valerie Hockert Heber Da SilvaCada uma dessas 11 personalidades é uma história resultado de encontros desastrosos. São histórias baseadas em experiências reais. Elas ilustram as expectativas que temos sobre o outro em um relacionamento — o que pessoas que estão buscando aquele último relacionamento parecem ter esquecido.
Personalità da Evitare
by Valerie HockertOgnuno degli 11 tipi di personalità è un racconto umoristico breve di un rapporto disastroso. Queste storie sono basate su esperienze reali e non sono prive di scopo. Illustrano cosa ci si aspetta dall'altra persona in una relazione; qualcosa che chi è in cerca di un rapporto duraturo pare avere dimenticato. Può essere considerato un manuale in stile umoristico. Dopo averlo letto, avrai più strumenti su come riconoscere l’amore e il romanticismo, sia che tu stia cercando un uomo che una donna, e su come muoverti nel mondo dei single alla ricerca di appuntamenti.
Persuade Me
by Juliet ArcherThis contemporary tale is “an enjoyable retelling of Jane Austen’s Persuasion . . . Cleverly and thoughtfully done” (The Bookbag). Ten years ago, Anna Elliot let the love of her life go because her overbearing family disapproved of him. And ever since, she’s regretted her decision, wondering every day if she’s given up her only chance for real happiness. After Anna shattered his heart, Dr. Rick Wentworth moved on—and away—to Australia, where his work in marine conservation garnered international fame and respect. But when it comes to his feelings, he’s still an island unto himself. Fate intercedes when Rick travels home to England for a book tour, and Anna makes an attempt at some closure for herself. Then their shared memories intrude—and the love they once had seems ready to awaken once again. But with Anna’s image-obsessed family always ready to interfere, and Rick poised to ditch the limelight and return to Australia, she’s not sure she can persuade him to risk his heart again for her, in this delightful novel by the author of The Importance of Being Emma.
Persuaded: A modern LGBTQ+ retelling of a beloved classic
by Sally MalcolmTwo different worlds collide when two exes fall in love one summer in this second-chance, modern Queer retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion. Previously published as Perfect Day.When Joshua Newton, son of Long Island&’s elite, fell in love with ambitious young actor Finn Callaghan, his world finally made sense. With every stolen moment, soft touch and breathless kiss, they fell deeper in love. Finn was his future…until Joshua made the worst mistake of his life and let his family&’s disapproval tear them apart.Eight years later, Finn has returned to the seaside town where it all began. He&’s on the brink of stardom, a far cry from the poor mechanic who spent one gorgeous summer falling in love on the beach. The last thing he wants is a second chance with the man who broke his heart. Finn has spent a long time forgetting Joshua Newton—he certainly doesn&’t plan to forgive him.Drawn together yet kept apart by their history, old feelings soon begin to stir. Back in the place where their romance began, Joshua and Finn finally come to realize the truth: love stays. Even when you don&’t want it to, even when you try to deny it, love stays.
Persuading Annie
by Melissa NathanAfter years as a sweet, good-natured pushover, Annie Markham has had to face up to three hard truths:You've got to be tough to succeed in business and romance.Sometimes your meddling loved ones areright about your worthless, no-good boyfriend being worthless and no good.The only reliable thing about men is thatthey're totally unreliable.Okay, she's been persuaded. So now, seven years after wisely and abruptly dumping the "love of her life," Jake Mead, things should be going better for Annie Markham, right? Unfortunately, her life's going nowhere, her family's going mental, and the family business is heading straight down the tubes. Could it get worse? Of course! Jake's back, Annie's getting ready for bankruptcy, and no one's ready for Christmas ... let alone a happy New Year.And no amount of persuasion will ever convince Annie that magic does happenand dreams do come true, not even at the stroke of midnight on December 31 at New York's Plaza Hotel ... will it?
Persuading the Playboy King
by Kristi GoldBreathless, Dr. Kate Milner couldn't help but stare at the King of Doriana and remember the electricity they'd shared in college. Years later, she was working in his clinic and found herself wanting to strip Marc of his regal robes and rediscover the man she'd once known.Newly crowned king, Marc DeLoria had a dilemma that compounded daily. Did he give in to his primal feelings for Kate-and become tabloid gossip-or show himself as a strong, saintly ruler? The more time he spent with Kate, the more he realized that not only was the crown in jeopardy...his heart was in the greatest danger of all!
Persuasion
by Brenda JoyceAmelia Greystone was deeply in love when the Earl of St. Just abruptly ended his courtship and left Cornwall ten years earlier. So she is stunned when Simon returns, recently widowed. Now she must forget the past they shared and his betrayal and console him as any neighbor would. Simon has changed-he is dark and haunted now-but he can still make her reel with a single look. When he offers her the position of housekeeper, Amelia knows she must refuse. But for the sake of his children, she throws all caution to the wind....A British spy, Simon Grenville is now playing both sides in a time of war, his goal to keep his sons safe. Yet when he is brought face-to-face with the woman he once loved, he realizes nothing about his feelings for Amelia has changed-if anything, they are even stronger. Still, Simon knows he must stay away from Amelia; his life is too dangerous now. But sometimes passion is too strong to be denied....
Persuasion
by Jane Austen Micah PersellPersuasion, Jane Austen's final published work, is a story of second chances. A very young Frederick Wentworth and Anne Elliot are broken-hearted when their hasty engagement is dissolved due to Frederick's lack of prestige and lack of money. Eight years later, they are still healing when they are thrust into the same social circle once more - however, in a brilliant turn, now Frederick is Captain Wentworth, a prosperous naval officer, and the Elliot family finds themselves on the brink of financial ruin.Austen, who suffered her own broken engagement, pens a beautiful tale of the redeeming power of love, and the passion between Frederick and Anne sizzles on the page, even by the standards of 1816. In this wild and wanton edition of Persuasion, read the entire classic and discover the steamy untold portions of Austen's story that have been lying dormant in the subtext. Who knows, Austen may have included these bits herself 200 years ago - if only she dared.Sensuality Level: Sensual
Persuasion
by Jane AustenPersuasion is Jane Austen's last completed novel, published in 1817. At the age of nineteen, Anne Elliott fell deeply in love with handsome naval Captain Frederick Wentworth. But with neither fortune nor rank to recommend him, Anne's family was against the match and persuaded her to break off the engagement. Eight years later, Anne's family is in financial difficulty and has been forced to rent their home, Kellynch Hall. Their tenants, Admiral Croft and Mrs Croft, are brother-in-law and sister to Captain Wentworth. Will old passions be rekindled?
Persuasion
by Jane AustenPersuasion is Jane Austen's last completed novel, published in 1817. At the age of nineteen, Anne Elliott fell deeply in love with handsome naval Captain Frederick Wentworth. But with neither fortune nor rank to recommend him, Anne's family was against the match and persuaded her to break off the engagement. Eight years later, Anne's family is in financial difficulty and has been forced to rent their home, Kellynch Hall. Their tenants, Admiral Croft and Mrs Croft, are brother-in-law and sister to Captain Wentworth. Will old passions be rekindled?
Persuasion
by Jane AustenThe last novel written before Jane Austen's death in 1817, Persuasion is a story of second chances. When Anne Elliot was nineteen she rejected the marriage proposal of naval officer Frederick Wentworth. Although handsome and charming, he was poor with no family connections, something that Anne's family heartily disapproved of. Eight years later, Frederick is a rich and decorated Captain, and Anne is unmarried. Despite Frederick's hurt and anger from being turned down years before, it is clear that something still exists between them. Despite the intrusion of families (a common Austen theme) and society, it's possible that they can find the love that once existed between them.
Persuasion
by Violetta RandIf you love the motorcycle romances of Joanna Wylde and Julie Ann Walker, don't miss Violetta Rand's irresistible novel about a sexy-as-sin biker who tempts a good girl to go bad. Lang Anderson may be the new leader of the Sons of Odin motorcycle club, but his personal life is in shreds. He's struggling to take care of his three young sisters in the wake of tragedy, while rumors of drug dealing within his ranks jeopardize everything he's built. The last thing he needs is another distraction--like a bar brawl over a woman--but Lang is a sucker for a damsel in distress. And this one gets him roaring like a finely tuned engine. High school guidance counselor Lily Gallo is no fender bunny. So why can't she get Lang off her mind? Lily's head says the rugged, rough-and-tumble biker who came to her aid is bad news. Her body begs to differ. But when Lang's troubled kid sister walks into her office, Lily's determined to help, even if it puts her in the crossfire of a gang war. On a crash course with danger and desire, Lily partners up with Lang to fight for his family--and for love.Praise for Persuasion "Red-hot chemistry, emotion that digs deep, and suspense that leaves you wanting more: Persuasion is a seriously sexy thrill ride!"--Stacey Kennedy, USA Today bestselling author of the Club Sin series"Persuasion is raw, gritty, and intense! Violetta Rand raises the bar for super-hot bad boy bikers. The Sons of Odin are dangerously sexy, real, and absolutely irresistible. Readers, brace for a thrilling ride!"--USA Today bestselling author Sue-Ellen Welfonder "The story is sexually charged and scorching hot. Violetta Rand's vivid worldbuilding and uber-alpha, but still believable, male heroes set her apart. If you are looking for a compelling, page-turning, and super sexy MC romance, Persuasion is a great place to start."--Victoria Vane, award-winning author of Sharp Shootin' Cowboy"With a slow burn, a hot outlaw MC hero falls in love with a smart good girl. What's not to love about Persuasion?"--Carla Swafford, author of Hidden Heat"For the first in her steamy new MC series, Violetta Rand has written a vibrant new spin on romance's beloved 1%ers. Lily and Lang's story about choices, family, and the lengths we'll go to for those we love is another winner that you don't want to miss."--Scarlett Cole, author of the Second Circle Tattoos series"Persuasion is a scorching read. You'll enjoy the ride."--Gina Conkle, author of the Midnight Meetings series"Forget what you think you know about MC romance! Violetta Rand's new series is smart and, as always, sexy!"--Jessica Jefferson, author of Going Rogue"Rand never fails to bring the heat to her exciting and fast-paced novels. This one is definitely no exception. It is the perfect start to what promises to be an unforgettable series."--Confessions of a Bibliophile Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Persuasion (First Impressions)
by Jane AustenWith a foreword by Alexis Hall, author of Boyfriend Material and A Lady for a DukeAnne and Captain Wentworth fell in love eight years ago. Although Anne broke off their engagement as her father wished, their flame flickers on, however dim.When they finally meet again, Wentworth has secured wealth and status to become an eligible option. But both Anne and Wentworth have their eyes on other people, and Anne must follow her heart to decide whether to start again or rekindle an old flame.Fall head over heels for First Impressions, Penguin's boldly designed new Jane Austen collection for young-adult readers featuring the complete and unabridged texts. Full of meet-cutes, missed connections and drama, this eye-catching six-book series is an open invitation to embrace your inner romantic
Persuasion (Seasons Series)
by Jane AustenA fine exclusive edition of one of literature’s most beloved stories with full page call-outs with quotes from summer. “He had seen you indeed, before he came to Bath, and admired you, but without knowing it was you. So says my historian, at least. Is this true? Did he see you last summer or autumn, &‘somewhere down in the west,&’ to use her own words, without knowing it to be you?&”At twenty-seven, Anne Elliot is no longer considered young enough for worthy romantic prospects. Eight years earlier, she had been persuaded by her friend Lady Russell to break off her engagement to Frederick Wentworth, a handsome naval captain with neither fortune nor rank. What transpires when they encounter each other again is movingly told in Jane Austen's last completed novel. A brilliant satire of vanity and pretension, Persuasion is, above all, a love story tinged with the heartache of missed opportunities. Persuasion (Seasons Edition--Summer) is one of four titles available in June 2020. The summer season will include Jane Eyre, the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and The Wonderland Collection.
Persuasion (Signature Editions)
by Jane AustenEight years ago, Anne Elliot followed the advice of Lady Russell, her only true friend, and broke off her engagement to the dashing young naval officer Frederick Wentworth. When Anne and the newly wealthy Captain Wentworth cross paths years later, it is clear that he has neither forgotten—nor forgiven—their past. Can true love survive heartbreak? Who should we listen to in matters of the heart? Filled with Jane Austen&’s trademark wit and social commentary, Persuasion is a delightful romance and a surprisingly subversive exploration of our need to persuade, and to be persuaded by, others.
Persuasion Enraptured
by Rebecca RoyceIt’s come down to this…Kendall sacrificed herself for everyone…but her journey isn’t over.Alive and alone in the Shadow Dimension, Kendall has surrendered hope. But those who love her have not. Rescue is not beyond possibility. Saving Kendall is only the first battle. Can she save the world or is it already too late?
Persuasion, Captain Wentworth and Cracklin' Cornbread (Jane Austen Takes the South #3)
by Mary Jane HathawayA lively Southern retelling of Jane Austen’s Persuasion, featuring Lucy Crawford, who is thrown back into the path of her first love while on a quest to save her beloved family home.Lucy Crawford is part of a wealthy, well-respected Southern family with a long local history. But since Lucy’s mother passed away, the family home, a gorgeous antebellum mansion, has fallen into disrepair and the depth of her father’s debts is only starting to be understood. Selling the family home may be the only option—until her Aunt Olympia floats the idea of using Crawford house to hold the local free medical clinic, which has just lost its space. As if turning the plantation home into a clinic isn’t bad enough, Lucy is shocked and dismayed to see that the doctor who will be manning the clinic is none other than Jeremiah Chevy—her first love. Lucy and Jeremiah were high school sweethearts, but Jeremiah was from the wrong side of the tracks. His family was redneck and proud, and Lucy was persuaded to dump him. He eventually left town on a scholarship, and now, ten years later, he’s returned as part of the rural physician program. And suddenly, their paths cross once again. While Lucy’s family still sees Jeremiah as trash, she sees something else in him—as do several of the other eligible ladies in town. Will he be able to forgive the past? Can she be persuaded to give love a chance this time around?
Persuasion: A Novel (Vintage Classics)
by Jane AustenOf all Jane Austen&’s great and delightful novels, Persuasion—the story of a second chance at true love—is widely regarded as the most moving.With a new introduction by Brandon Taylor.Anne Elliot, daughter of the snobbish Sir Walter Elliot, is woman of quiet charm and deep feelings. When she was nineteen she fell in love with—and was engaged to—a naval officer, the fearless and headstrong Captain Wentworth. But the young man had no fortune, and Anne allowed herself to be persuaded to give him up. Now, eight years later, Wentworth has returned to the neighborhood, a rich man and still unwed. Anne&’s never-diminished love is muffled by her pride, and he seems cold and unforgiving. What happens as the two are thrown together in the social world of Bath—and as an eager new suitor appears for Anne—is touchingly and wittily told in Persuasion, a masterpiece that is also one of the most entrancing novels in the English language.
Persuasion: And Persuasion; V. 2 (First Avenue Classics ™)
by Jane AustenAnne Elliot was once engaged to Captain Frederick Wentworth, but she broke off the engagement when a family friend persuaded her that it was an imprudent match. Several years later, Captain Wentworth returns from the Napoleonic Wars, but his seeming indifference towards Anne convinces her that it is too late to win him back. Meanwhile, the charming Mr. Elliot—Anne's cousin and her father's heir to Kellynch Hall—plots to marry her to ensure he remains the sole heir to the family estate. Will Captain Wentworth rediscover his feelings for Anne, or will she be forced to marry the scheming Mr. Elliot? English author Jane Austen wrote this novel of manners in 1816, one year before her death at the age of 41. This unabridged version of her last completed novel is taken from the 1818 copyright edition.