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Beyond Black Belt
by Emery C. WaltersWren is a hardworking archaeologist on his first vacation in years. While he’s tempted to look for ancient artifacts, this is Maui and he needs to focus on taking it easy. So it’s off to the beach to relax.There Wren dives into trouble, literally. Luckily, the backward roll and breathing techniques he learned studying Ninjutsu saves his life, because the shore break called Satan’s Washing Machine grinds him up and spits him out, temporarily blinded and badly battered.A karate dojo owner named Steven takes him to a doctor, a pharmacy, and then back to the beach, only to find Wren’s car and all his belongings have been stolen. So Steven invites him home instead.Will their mutual love of martial arts lead to other a deeper relationship? Or will their shared desire for humbleness and respect for others keep them from falling in love?
Start's F. Scott Fitzgerald Super Pack
by F. Scott FitzgeraldF. Scott Fitzgerald was one of America&’s greatest writers. No other writer is more closely associated with the roaring twenties and all of its excesses. Collected here in this omnibus edition are two novels and three short story collections for more than 400,000 words of some of the finest fiction ever written in the English language. This edition has 10 illustrations selected to enhance the reading experience. Included in this omnibus edition are: This Side of Paradise The Offshore Pirate The Ice Palace Head and Shoulders The Cut-Glass Bowl Bernice Bobs Her Hair Benediction Dalyrimple Goes Wrong The Four Fists The Beautiful and Damned The Jelly-Bean The Camel&’s Back May Day Porcelain and Pink The Diamond as Big as the Ritz The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Tarquin of Cheapside &“O Russet Witch!&” The Lees of Happiness Mr. Icky Jemina, the Mountain Girl Sentiment—and the Use of Rouge The Pierian Springs and the Last Straw A Luckless Santa Claus Myra Meets His Family Winter Dreams Two for a Cent The Mystery of the Raymond Mortgage Reade, Substitute Right Half A Debt of Honor The Room with the Green Blinds Pain and the Scientist The Trail of the Duke Shadow Laurels The Ordeal The Débutante (A One-Act Play) The Smilers The Popular Girl The Staying Up All Night Princeton—The Last Day Marching Streets
The Erotic Comedies (The Vassi Collection #11)
by Marco VassiIn this ribald, titillating, exciting book, Marco Vassi exposes the human animal in all its absurdity. He spares no one and nothing in his ironic X-ray of our exalted obsessions. Capturing the sizzling vitality of our current erotic upheaval while grasping its peculiar pretensions, Vassi creates a gallery of unforgettable characters who are only ourselves in a form larger than life. In these nineteen stories, Vassi turns erotic literature inside out, unraveling the seams of our most secret fantasies. The Erotic Comedies offers a mere taste of what awaits readers in his full-length novels.
Desiderio di Vendetta
by Ls MorganUn avvincente, coinvolgente e incredibile romanzo romantico. Hazel Eyes (Desiderio di Vendetta) alias: Alex Hazel è un imprenditore di successo nel mondo degli affari, in cui ha faticato ad entrare. Abbandonato dalla donna che amava e tradito da coloro di cui si fidava, ha plasmato il suo destino con un unico desiderio, quello di Vendetta. Può adempiere ai suoi piani quando il destino entra in gioco per riportare indietro colei che gli aveva rubato il cuore? Avventurati in questo romanzo circondato da mistero e intense emozioni per scoprire fino a che punto arriva un uomo, sia per odio che per amore.
The Captain and the Countess
by Rosemary MorrisWhy does heart-rending pain lurk in the back of the wealthy Countess of Sinclair’s eyes? Captain Howard’s life changes forever from the moment he meets Kate, the intriguing Countess and resolves to banish her pain. Although the air sizzles when widowed Kate, victim of an abusive marriage meets Edward Howard, a captain in Queen Anne’s navy, she has no intention of ever marrying again. However, when Kate becomes better acquainted with the Captain she realises he is the only man who understands her grief and can help her to untangle her past, and help her regain that which should be hers by right.
11,4 Light Dreams
by Nicholas AvedonIn the Paris of the 23rd century where everything is for sale, pure emotions are of great value to those who cannot live them. Ariel de Santos is a creator of Vivid Dreams, one of the few artists capable of shaping emotions to seduce and inspire a world that has forgotten to dream. This is the story of Ariel de Santos, one of the most renowned living artists of the Southern European States, a man tormented by his pacts with the devil and addicted to Trank, the universal drug. Through his eyes, we will witness an escape from the past in the most ambitious human endeavor in history, a journey without return to a destination in the stars.
12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships
by Topaz Adizes&“Save yourself another round of heartbreak and breakups and read this first. Topaz condenses years of wisdom into 12 powerful questions that will give you the keys to unlock real, true, and profound love so you don&’t have to keep searching (or suffering) in disconnected relationships.&”—Natalie Kuhn, spiritual teacher and co-CEO of The ClassCould one conversation improve your relationship forever? We all crave connection. But sometimes we need help getting there. By having a conversation with your partner, guided by these thought-provoking questions, you&’ll discover the strength in having mindful, meaningful conversations and unlock a deeper level of lasting intimacy. Author Topaz Adizes invites you to bravely explore the heart of your relationshipthrough 12 carefully crafted questions drawn from thousands of candid conversations with real couples featured in his Emmy Award-winning documentary series {THE AND}. In today&’s fast-paced world, it is easier than ever to feel isolated, disconnected, and idling in surface-level relationships. Having observed a decade&’s worth of extraordinary conversations unfold, Topaz explores the key to feeling closer, more secure, and more connected with your partner. This essential, inclusive guide includes: Powerful tools to create a safe, transformative space for connection12 questions proven to nurture authentic intimacy, and examples from people who've been thereStrategies for staying connected in the midst of conflictConfidence to craft better, stronger questions of your own (hint: you&’ll get better answers)Make every conversation count, and you&’ll uncover the magic that awaits when you dare to be vulnerable, go deeper, and love like never before.
Accidentally Dating His Boss
by Kristine LynnWhat will the plastic surgeon do when he discovers the anonymous online friend he&’s been falling for…is his boss? Find out in Kristine Lynn&’s captivating new book for Harlequin Medical Romance. ONLINE MATCH, REAL-LIFE RIVALS! Plastic surgeon to the stars, Dr. Owen, is not happy with his new boss&’s ideas. And it doesn&’t help that Dr. Kris is infuriatingly stunning! Thankfully, Owen has @ladydoc to vent to. He doesn&’t have space in his life for dating, but the anonymity of their virtual relationship protects them both. Yet, when Owen discovers the unthinkable—that Kris is his cyber crush!—will he be brave enough to bring their accidental connection offline?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
Accidentally Engaged to the Billionaire
by Cara ColterCould a spontaneous proposal lead to happy-ever-after? Find out in Cara Colter&’s latest Harlequin Romance!FROM BRIDESMAID TO BRIDE-TO-BE? Jolie arrived at her sister&’s wedding expecting to keep a low profile—as usual. Yet when her cheating ex makes a surprise appearance, she panics and introduces her school crush as her fiancé! Now she&’s accidentally engaged to billionaire Jay, whose dreamy eyes quickly banish any heartbreak. They agree that when the destination wedding week ends, so must their convenient arrangement. But what about their inconvenient attraction…?From Harlequin Romance: Be swept away by glamorous and heartfelt love stories.
Accidentally His: A dazzling new novel from the Queen of the sexy Regency romance! (Designing Debutantes)
by Sabrina JeffriesIf you love Julia Quinn's Bridgerton, you'll fall head over heels for Sabrina Jeffries!'Anyone who loves romance must read Sabrina Jeffries!' Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling authorThe Designing Debutantes have arrived, and they're taking the ton by storm... As a viscount's heir, Rafe Wolfford knows he must take a wife someday, but she must be the right sort of wife, and one that won't delve into his escapades as a spy. One thing is for certain: the forthright and perceptive Lady Verity is altogether the wrong choice. But Rafe is on a mission to discover whether Verity or anyone else at Elegant Occasions is leaking information to the French, and so he commences a faux courtship, determined to keep his real feelings out of it . . . With one disastrous engagement behind her, Verity won't easily open her heart again, and although Rafe's charm catches her off guard, she knows he's harbouring secrets. But when Verity's ex-fiancé tries to ruin her reputation, Rafe offers his hand, and she has little choice but to accept. Only trust can turn this accidental arrangement into a true marriage. But when both parties are so highly suspicious of the other, who will dare surrender first?For more dazzlingly romantic and witty historical romance, don't miss Sabrina's other gorgeous series including the Duke Dynasty series, The Sinful Suitors, The Hellions of Halstead Hall, The School for Heiresses and The Royal Brotherhood.
Accidentally His: A charming, original Regency Romance (Designing Debutantes #3)
by Sabrina JeffriesWith a fresh new hook for readers of Regency romance by Julia Quinn, Lisa Kleypas, and Madeline Hunter, New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries returns to the Dazzling Debutantes series featuring a trio of ladies who defy social constraints by starting a business as party planners to the ton. The creative force behind London&’s most dazzling events, these young women know plenty about fashion, food, and the perfect setting—but there is always more to learn about love… As a viscount&’s heir, Rafe Wolfford is obligated to take a wife someday. But she must be the right sort of wife—not too independent, and not inclined to delve into his escapades as a spy. The forthright, perceptive Lady Verity is altogether the wrong choice. But Rafe&’s courtship is merely a ruse to discover whether Verity or anyone else associated with Elegant Occasions is leaking crucial information to the French. That mission is all that matters—until fate, and desire, intervene. After enduring one disastrous engagement, Verity won&’t easily open her heart again, preferring to devote herself to Elegant Occasions. Rafe is charming, handsome, and kisses like the very devil, but she knows he&’s harboring secrets. Still, when her ex-fiancé tries to ruin her reputation, Rafe offers his hand. For the sake of her family and business, Verity has little choice but to accept. Yet turning this arrangement into a true marriage will require daring and trust—which neither will embrace easily, making surrender all the sweeter . . .
Accidentally Wearing the Argentinian's Ring (Diamonds of the Rich and Famous #1)
by Maya BlakeA fake engagement with this Cinderella's boss blurs the lines in this sizzling workplace romance by Maya Blake. A ring meant for another…is her perfect fit! Shy PA Mareka works hard to hide her attraction to her superrich boss, Cayetano Figueroa—until picking up his engagement ring. Unable to resist the dazzling diamond, she impulsively tries it on…and is caught on camera. Suddenly the world thinks she&’s Caye&’s bride! Tightly wound Caye is only marrying to keep control of his company. When the scandalous headlines cost him his convenient fiancée, Mareka is the obvious replacement. Yet as they're alone together in his opulent Argentinian estate, Caye must confront his hunger for the woman testing his self-control to its limit…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read all the Diamonds of the Rich and Famous books: Book 1: Accidentally Wearing the Argentinian's Ring by Maya BlakeBook 2: Prince's Forgotten Diamond by Emmy GraysonBook 3: Her Billion-Dollar Bump by Dani Collins
AGITAR SU JAULA: (Una novela de los Baxter Boys ~ Agitado)
by Jane CharlesDoce años ha esperado Dylan White. Doce años desde que su familia fue arrebatada. Doce años de estar solo, excepto por los amigos que conoció en Baxter, quienes ahora son su familia. Su hermano, Noah, ha desaparecido. Su hermana, Nina, acaba de cumplir dieciocho años, pero él no tiene forma de encontrarla. Mary Robins muestra su corazón en la manga. Y está tatuado en su pecho: las placas de identificación del hombre al que adoraba, rodeadas de hermosas cintas. Su único propósito en la vida es cuidar de aquellos que lo necesitan. Curar a los heridos y consolar a los heridos, esa es la razón misma por la que se está convirtiendo en enfermera. Excepto que nunca ha permitido que nadie cuide de ella. No desde hace mucho tiempo. Nadie ha querido cuidar de ella hasta que conoce a Dylan y a los chicos de Baxter. Son un grupo extraño, ferozmente leales y... suyos. Dylan está buscando algo, y también lo está Mary. Buscan familia, amistades y amor. ¿Podrán encontrar lo que necesitan desesperadamente en el otro? ¿Pueden Dylan y Mary encontrar lo que necesitan desesperadamente en el otro?
Aidan's Journey
by CJane ElliottSequel to Serpentine WallsThe star of the University of Virginia theater department, Aidan Emery is lusted after and admired for living out and proud. He uses his talent and good looks to his advantage and never sleeps with the same guy twice. But his glamorous patina has been carefully honed to hide the pain he carries inside. Aidan wasn't always such a player. He starts college naively romantic, hungry for the attention he can’t get from his workaholic father and mentally ill mother. Unfortunately, that leaves him ripe pickings for predatory professor Rodney Montgomery. Rodney’s flattering regard seduces Aidan into a dysfunctional relationship that destroys his innocence.Life looks up for Aidan when he finally breaks free of Rodney’s pull and moves to New York City to make it as an actor. Meeting sweet fellow actor Patrick Jaymes seems like the start of a fairy tale. But before Aidan can rebuild his life into happily ever after, family secrets rip him wide open, leaving him easy prey when Rodney decides he’s not willing to let Aidan go.NOTE: This book contains references to mental illness, depression, suicidal ideation but not actual suicide, and emotional abuse from an unequal power dynamic.
Alaskan Wilderness Rescue (K-9 Search and Rescue #11)
by Sarah VarlandA missing person rescue is now a K-9 manhunt for a killer… A missing person case sends search and rescue worker Elsie Montgomery and her K-9 to a remote Alaskan island…only to discover she&’s got a target on her back. Now she must partner with pilot Wyatt Chandler, the one man she doesn&’t trust, to stay alive while confronting her shadowy past. But can they capture a killer before their time together runs out for good?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.K-9 Search and Rescue Book 1: Desert Rescue by Lisa PhillipsBook 2: Trailing a Killer by Carol J. PostBook 3: Mountain Survival by Christy BarrittBook 4: Search and Defend by Heather WoodhavenBook 5: Following the Trail by Lynette EasonBook 6: Dangerous Mountain Rescue by Christy BarrittBook 7: Wilderness Hunt by Lisa PhillipsBook 8: Alaskan Mountain Search by Sarah VarlandBook 9: Alaskan Avalanche Escape by Darlene L. TurnerBook 10: Tracking Stolen Treasures by Lisa PhillipsBook 11: Alaskan Wilderness Rescue by Sarah VarlandBook 12: Lethal Mountain Pursuit by Christy Barritt
Alex
by Dianne HartsockAlex is twenty and confused. He always is. The world presses on him with its horrors and pain, with scintillating auras that bewilder his eyes and drive the migraines deeper. He hears the cries of the children, sees the brutal images of tortured victims. He feels out of control and his mind slips ...Severely abused as a child, he is left with horrible scars on his body and even worse scars within his mind. Even though it puts him in danger, he’s compelled to help those who call to him. He’s driven, motivated by his visions to rescue them and hopefully uncover the killer. When he can, he helps the police; yet some detectives suspect he’s involved. Often, Alex finds himself alone and afraid in a world he doesn’t always understand.
All That We Are Together (Let It Be #2)
by Alice KellenThree years without even seeing him. Three years without Axel.How do you move on from a broken heart?Three years have passed since Axel Nguyen shattered Leah Jones' heart into a million pieces, and Leah has spent every moment of those three years distracting herself from the devastation. She tries to move on with Landon, a guy she meets in college, but she can only truly escape thoughts of Axel when she's painting. At least one good thing has come out of all of it: her dream of exhibiting her work is finally coming true.Axel is achingly aware every day of how much he misses Leah. The moment he learns about Leah's exhibit, Axel can't think about anything else but to go see her. Being in the same room with Leah, as beautiful and magnetic as he remembers, leaves Axel desperate and Leah breathless in his presence. He offers to be her agent; she accepts. One work trip to Paris later leaves Leah and Axel full of pent-up attraction and wondering if their whirlwind romance is a forever kind of love or if it's better off left in the past.International bestselling author Alice Kellen concludes her emotional new adult duology with an evocative and passionate love story for readers of Colleen Hoover, Anna Todd, and books to make you ugly cry.
All Things Together: Christian Romantic Suspense (Acts of Valor #6)
by Rebecca HarttDiscover a Tale of Faith, Courage, and Redemption in “All Things Together,” a Christian Romantic Suspense from Rebecca Hartt—Present Day, Virginia Beach, Virginia and Savannah, Georgia—In this last installment of the Acts of Valor Series, Emma Stuart’s world is turned upside down when her three beloved sons are abducted right before her eyes. With the police more focused on framing Emma than on finding her boys, she turns to the one man she’s been trying to resist—her landlord.Navy SEAL sniper, Ben Harmony considers himself “Mr. Fix-it” for a reason. Loath to let his favorite tenant and single mother suffer any more than she already has, Ben decides they should track down Emma’s boys themselves. While they’re at it, Ben will prove to Emma that her heart is safe with him, despite his reputation as a lady’s man.In their quest to track down Emma’s ex, the couple encounters a secret society so powerful, not even a Navy SEAL can bring it down. Indeed, it’s the society that seeks to bring Ben down. With Mr. Fix-it possibly dead and her boys still missing, Emma has to wonder: How, exactly, is God working all things together for her good?Publisher’s Note: With her masterful storytelling, Rebecca Hartt plunges into the depths of emotion, taking readers on a rollercoaster ride of suspense, hope, and ultimate triumph. Fans of Ronie Kendig, Lynnette Eason, Dee Henderson, as well as Marliss Melton, Susan May Warren, and Colleen Coble, will enjoy this enduring power of faith, the resilience of the human spirit, and the redemptive nature of love. The Acts of Valor SeriesReturning to EdenEvery Secret ThingCry in the WildernessRising From AshesBraving the ValleyAll Things TogetherRebecca Hartt is the nom de plume for an award-winning, best-selling author of a different name who, compelled by her faith, decided to spin suspenseful military romance where God plays a vital role in character motivation and plot.As a child, Rebecca lived in countries all over the world. She has been a military dependent for most of her life and knows first-hand the dedication and sacrifice required by those who serve.Living near the military community of Virginia Beach, Rebecca is constantly reminded of the peril and uncertainty faced by U.S. Navy SEALs, many of whom testify to a personal and profound connection with their Creator.Their loved ones, too, rely on God for strength and comfort. These men of courage and women of faith are the subjects of Rebecca Hartt’s enthusiastically received Acts of Valor romantic suspense series.
All This Twisted Glory (This Woven Kingdom #3)
by Tahereh MafiThe highly anticipated third novel in the This Woven Kingdom series, full of powerful magic, searing romance, and heartbreaking betrayal, from the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Sabaa Tahir, and Tomi Adeyemi.As the long-lost heir to the Jinn throne, Alizeh has finally found her people—and she might’ve found her crown. Cyrus, the mercurial ruler of Tulan, has offered her his kingdom in a twisted exchange: one that would begin with their marriage and end with his murder.Cyrus’s dark reputation precedes him; all the world knows of his blood-soaked past. Killing him should be easy—and accepting his offer might be the only way to fulfill her destiny and save her people. But the more Alizeh learns of him, the more she questions whether the terrible stories about him are true.Ensnared by secrets, Cyrus has ached for Alizeh since she first appeared in his dreams many months ago. Now that he knows those visions were planted by the devil, he can hardly bear to look at her—much less endure her company. But despite their best efforts to despise each other, Alizeh and Cyrus are drawn together over and over with an all-consuming thirst that threatens to destroy them both.Meanwhile, Prince Kamran has arrived in Tulan, ready to exact revenge…Layered with exquisite tension and heart-stopping romance, All This Twisted Glory is the explosive third book in the captivating, bestselling This Woven Kingdom series.
Alliance with the Notorious Lord (Enterprising Widows #2)
by Bronwyn ScottA spicy annoyances-to-lovers Victorian romanceMixing business……with rakish pleasure! Recently widowed Antonia Lytton-Popplewell is determined to carve her place in a man&’s world. Yet turning a ramshackle property in London into a world-class department store isn&’t easy. Especially when her inheritance comes with strings in the form of her late husband&’s business partner, infuriatingly attractive Lord Cullen Allardyce. To ensure success, Antonia needs Cullen&’s guidance. But her alliance with society&’s most notorious rebel becomes even more complicated when begrudging respect turns into mutual desire… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.Enterprising WidowsBook 1: Liaison with the Champagne CountBook 2: Alliance with the Notorious LordBook 3: A Deal with the Rebellious Marquess
Always Remember: Fall in love against the odds in this charming Regency romance (Ravenswood)
by Mary BaloghLady Jennifer Arden and Ben Ellis know that a match between them is out of the question. Yet their hearts yearn for the impossible. Discover a new heartwarming story from New York Times bestselling author and beloved 'queen of Regency romance' Mary Balogh.A match between them is out of the question . . .Left unable to walk by a childhood illness, Lady Jennifer, sister of the Duke of Wilby, has made a happy place for herself in society - even if she cannot dance at balls or stroll in Hyde Park. She is blessed with a loving, protective family, but secretly dreams of marriage, children, walking - and dancing.When Ben Ellis comes across Lady Jennifer as she struggles to walk with the aid of primitive crutches, he understands her yearning. He never saw a practical problem he did not have to solve, and he wants to help her discover her independence. But as the illegitimate son of the late Earl of Stratton he must be careful, for although raised with the earl's family, he knows he does not really belong in the world of the ton.Jennifer is shocked - and intrigued - by Ben's ideas, and both families are alarmed by the growing friendship and perhaps more that they sense developing. A duke's sister certainly cannot marry the illegitimate son of an earl. Except sometimes, love can find a way.Don't miss the first two Ravenswood novels, Remember Love and Remember Me - out now!Praise for Mary Balogh:'A grand mistress of the genre' Romantic Times'Balogh is the queen of spicy Regency-era romance, creating memorable characters in unforgettable stories' Booklist'Mary Balogh sets the gold standard in historical romance' Jayne Ann Krentz'A romance writer of mesmerising intensity, Mary Balogh has the gift of making a relationship seem utterly real and utterly compelling' Mary Jo Putney
Always Remember: Ben's Story (A Ravenswood Novel #3)
by Mary BaloghLady Jennifer Arden and Ben Ellis know that a match between them is out of the question. Yet their hearts yearn for the impossible. Discover a new heartwarming story from New York Times bestselling author and beloved &“queen of Regency romance&” Mary Balogh.Left unable to walk by a childhood illness, Lady Jennifer, sister of the Duke of Wilby, has grown up to make a happy place for herself in society. Outgoing and cheerful, she has many friends and enjoys the pleasures of high society—even if she cannot dance at balls or stroll in Hyde Park. She is blessed with a large, loving, and protective family. But she secretly dreams of marriage and children, and of walking—and dancing.When Ben Ellis comes across Lady Jennifer as she struggles to walk with the aid of primitive crutches, he instantly understands her yearning. He is a fixer. It is often said of him that he never saw a practical problem he did not have to solve. He wants to help her discover independence and motion—driving a carriage, swimming, even walking a different way. But he must be careful. He is the bastard son of the late Earl of Stratton. Though he was raised with the earl&’s family, he knows he does not really belong in the world of the ton.Jennifer is shocked—and intrigued—by Ben&’s ideas, and both families are alarmed by the growing friendship and perhaps more that they sense developing between the two. A duke&’s sister certainly cannot marry the bastard son of an earl. Except sometimes, love can find a way.
The Ambassador's Wife: A brand new totally gripping and suspenseful novel
by Roberta GatelyAfter a whirlwind romance, she still has much to learn about her new ambassador husband—and about the fate of his predecessor&’s wife . . . At thirty-five, Nora Buckbee fears she&’s destined for a lonely, single life. Then she meets handsome State Department employee John Fielding. They marry quickly—and next thing she knows she&’s moving to Thailand with him, where he&’ll be serving as ambassador. It&’s an exciting adventure—for a while. Then she learns that the last ambassador&’s wife disappeared without a trace, and there seems to be little interest in learning what happened. John, who&’s often away on secret missions—odd, she thinks, for an emissary—seems as unfazed by the mystery as everyone else. But when Nora starts volunteering for the same group with whom the last wife worked, she begins to realize that nothing here is as it appears to be . . . including her new husband. Determined to peel away the layers of lies and secrets that surround her, Nora finds herself in a race to discover the truth. But can she figure it out before she meets the same fate as the previous wife?Acclaim for Roberta Gately&’s The Bracelet &“Hard to put down until the very last page.&” —Jennifer Haupt, author of I&’ll Stand by You and In the Shadow of 10,000 Hills
The Ambivalent Detective in Victorian Sensation Novels: Dickens, Braddon, and Collins (Routledge Studies in Nineteenth Century Literature)
by Sarah YoonThe Ambivalent Detective in Victorian Sensation Novels studies how the detective as a literary character evolved through the mid-nineteenth century in England, as seen in sensation novels. In contrast to most assumptions about the English detective, Yoon argues that the detective was more often tolerated than admired following the establishment of professional detectives in the London Metropolitan Police Force in 1842. Through studying the historical and literary contexts between the 1840s to the 1860s, Yoon argues that the detective was seen as a suspicious, even mistrusted and disdained, figure who was nonetheless viewed as necessary to combat rising levels of crime. The detective as a literary character responded to the often contradictory values and aspirations of the middle class, representing an independent masculinity and laying claim to scientific authority. This study surveys novels by Charles Dickens, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, and Wilkie Collins, alongside lesser-known writers like William Russell, James Redding Ware (pseudonym Andrew Forrester), and William Stephens Hayward. This book contributes to the study of mid-nineteenth-century Victorian culture and connects with broader studies of the detective fiction genre.
An American Doctor in Ireland: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an irresistible Irish surgeon in this captivating Medical Romance!
by Karin BaineThe gorgeous single dad she encountered at the St. Patrick&’s Day parade…is her new colleague! Will working together be too much temptation for these doctors? Read on in Karin Baine&’s latest Medical Romance! CAN A FLING LEAD TO FOREVER? American doctor Mae Watters arrives in Dublin, determined to escape her recent heartbreak. This move is about finding a new life, and the last thing on her mind is romance! So why can&’t she resist the man she meets at the St. Patrick&’s Day parade, her sexy colleague, Dr. Liam O&’Conner? He&’s a single dad with baggage of his own! Will a passionate fling give them the confidence to move forward—together?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.