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Enter Evil (Claire Morgan Thriller Series #4)
by Linda LaddIn this psychological thriller following Die Smiling, an apparent suicide draws a detective toward a demented killer who likes to play games.His doctors are the best in the world, his father one of the most powerful men in the state. But they couldn&’t stop Mikey from succumbing to his darkest demons—the ones inside his head. The ones who told him it was time to end it all . . .It should have been an open-and-shut case, especially since detective Claire Morgan&’s lover, Dr. Nicholas Black, recognized Mikey as a former troubled patient. Then Claire finds another body in Mikey&’s home. Curled inside an oven, charred beyond recognition, the method of murder mind-boggling . . .Claire&’s only lead is a beaded bracelet around each victim&’s wrist, believed to ward off the &“evil eye.&” But by the time she discovers what the dead were afraid of, she&’s trapped in a mind game of her own—with a brilliant, sadistic killer. And this time, there&’s a method to the madness . . .Praise for Enter Evil&“This book was everything I had hoped for and more as it ratchets up the suspense with surprising twists and turns. Linda is a brilliant writer, and I can't wait for more of her books.&” —Fresh Fiction
The Ocean Inside
by Janna McMahan"A beautifully crafted, mesmerizing read which I highly recommend."--Cassandra King, author of The Sunday WifeLife changes in an instant. One day, Emmett and Lauren Sullivan's biggest worries revolve around the escalating taxes on their gorgeous Victorian beach house on Pawley's Island, South Carolina. The next, they're facing a devastating crisis. "It's impossible to not be touched by the honesty and courage the novel--and the author--portrays." --The Sun News (Myrtle Beach, SC)Emmett and Lauren have always been a team, working together to raise their two daughters. But lately, with all their attention focused on nine-year-old Ainslie, they barely notice as their older daughter, Sloan, drifts further away from them and toward a reckless path that could tear their family apart. . ."A thought-provoking story that will linger in the reader's imagination."--The Free Lance-Star (Fredericksburg, VA)"A vividly drawn love letter to coastal South Carolina. McMahan's descriptions of the Lowcountry and its unique climate and customs jump off the page."--Publishers Weekly"The story is gripping and the characters all too real."--Booklist
Highland Hero
by Hannah HowellFour irresistible tales of romance and adventure in the Scottish Highlands from the New York Times bestselling author of Highland Devil. New York Times bestselling author Hannah Howell is a master of Scottish historical romance. In Highland Hero, she shares four of her finest short stories featuring heroes as wild and captivating as the Highlands themselves. In this volume you&’ll meet a dashing laird with an appetite for more than a Scottish beauty's culinary skills; a proud lord on a journey of rescue and desire; a sensual warrior at the center of one woman's dreams; and a handsome but somber Scot whose joy is reawakened by true love. These passionate romances will thrill you, seduce you, and warm your heart. . . "Few authors portray the Scottish highlands as lovingly or colorfully as Hannah Howell." —Publishers Weekly
Death of a Dog Whisperer: A Melanie Travis Canine Mystery (A Melanie Travis Canine Mystery #17)
by Laurien BerensonA howling good mystery by the Agatha Award finalist: &“Fans will roll over with joy.&”—Publishers Weekly It&’s summer in Connecticut, and Melanie Travis&’s life has become an endless string of dog shows, soccer camp, and the antics of her energetic toddler. She hardly has time to pay much attention to her Aunt Peg's new protégé, Nick Walden, a self-proclaimed &“dog whisperer&” with an uncanny gift for decoding dog-speak. The well-heeled dog owners of Fairfield County are lapping up his alleged talents, anxious to discover exactly what their pampered pets are thinking—that is until the pooches start spilling their secrets. When Nick is found dead, his sister enlists Melanie to track down the killer. Now, as she juggles the demands of marriage and motherhood—not to mention her six beloved Poodles—Melanie can scarcely even begin to nose through the growing list of suspects. But just when she thinks she's barking up the wrong tree, she'll find herself face to face with a purebred murderer… &“Melanie&’s engaging narration, with its slightly sarcastic flair, makes her utterly relatable.&”—Publishers Weekly &“Berenson cleverly weaves in interesting details about different breeds and showmanship.&”—Booklist
Friends With Benefits
by Rhonda Lee CarverCassie's admirer hides behind a blindfold. . .could he be somebody she knows? Cassandra and Sebastian have been friends since college. They know everything about each other, and even own a restaurant together. Now she has a secret admirer—one who asks her to meet him wearing a blindfold. . .and nothing else. She complies, mostly, and must rely on how he smells, feels, and sounds when they meet. He seems familiar. Familiar enough to be Sebastian? Surely not. Maybe she's hoping her admirer is Sebastian. Maybe. . . Sebastian has a secret Cassie knows nothing of: He's in love with her. But telling her could destroy their friendship. So he's got to sit back and watch as she swoons for this secret admirer who uses all the right romantic words to win her heart. Can Sebastian step forward and reveal himself? Supposing he dares to let Cassie know he loves her, can their friendship survive if she doesn't feel the same for him? CONTENT WARNING: strong language, graphic sex17,000 Words
Dial C for Chihuahua (A Barking Detective Mystery #1)
by Waverly CurtisPepe, aka el Jefe, the talking Chihuahua, helps his new owner, PI Geri Sullivan, nab her first killer in the debut Barking Detective Mystery. Pepe may have soft white fur, big brown eyes, and macho attitude—but he&’s no furry fashion fad. Pepe can talk—even if his new owner, Geri Sullivan, seems to be the only person who can understand him. When Geri takes her first assignment for a quirky private investigator named Jimmy G and stumbles over a Seattle millionaire&’s corpse, Pepe proves to be worth his weight in liver treats. Suspicion falls on the not-so-grieving widow who wants to finance a reality TV show, Dancing with Dogs. Normally, Pepe wouldn&’t be caught muerte in a sparkly costume. However, he has to sniff out the real killer and keep Geri safe. Lesser dogs might flinch. But Pepe isn&’t the kind to turn tail and run . . . &“Pepe is a delight!&” —RT Book Reviews, 4 stars
The Way You Aren't
by Karen White-OwensThe Stakes Are High. . .. . .for successful advertising exec Brennan Thomas. But when he's offered the chance to make partner, he goes all out to win the new account. Then his colleagues throw down another challenge--transform geeky co-worker Krista Hamilton from a dud to a diva. And when the money's on the table, Brennan isn't one to walk away. . . In The Game Of Love. . . . . .Krista Hamilton is clueless. She hides her insecurities behind dowdy clothes and a brilliant mind. Always the butt of office jokes, the last thing she expects is the attention of handsome and sexy Brennan Thomas. But against her instincts she opens her heart, only to discover that she is the object of an office dare. . . All Bets Are Off. . . . . .Unless Brennan can convince Krista that his feelings are sincere and that she is more important to him than a partnership and all the money in the world. Winning Krista's love is the biggest test he's ever faced and he plans to succeed before it's too late. But Krista has some demands of her own. . .
Mistress By Mistake: Mistress By Marriage; Mistress By Midnight; Mistress By Mistake (Courtesan Court)
by Maggie RobinsonScandal Is Only The Beginning. . .Charlotte Fallon let her guarded virtue fall once--and she's paid dearly for it ever since. She swore she'd never succumb to men's desires again. But even a village spinster's life miles from temptation can't save her from a sister with no shame whatsoever. Or a heart that longs for more, whatever the cost. . .Sir Michael Bayard found more than he expected in his bed when he finally joined his new mistress. He'd fantasized about her dewy skin and luscious curves, assured her understanding that what passed between them was mere dalliance. But he didn't expect the innocence and heat of her response in his arms. Nor her surprisingly sharp tongue once she was out of them. . .A few days of abandon cannot undo the hard-learned lessons of a lifetime. Nor can an honest passion burn away the restraints of society's judgments. Unless, of course, one believes in nonsense like true love. . .First comes seduction. . .As children, Desmond Ryland, Marquess of Conover, and Laurette Vincent were inseparable. As young adults, their friendship blossomed into love. But then fate intervened, sending them down different paths. Years later, Con still can't forget his beautiful Laurette. Now he's determined to make her his forever. There's just one problem. Laurette keeps refusing his marriage proposals. Throwing honor to the wind, Con decides that the only way Laurette will wed him is if he thoroughly seduces her. . . Then comes marriage. . .Laurette's pulse still quickens every time she thinks of Con and the scorching passion they once shared. She aches to taste the pleasure Con offers her. But she knows she can't. For so much has happened since they were last lovers. But how long can she resist the consuming desire that demands to be obeyed. . .? Praise for Maggie Robinson's Mistress by Mistake"Sizzles off the page." --Anna CampbellToo late for cold feetBaron Edward Christie prided himself on his reputation for even temperament and reserve. That was before he met Caroline Parker. Wedding a scandalous beauty by special license days after they met did not inspire respect for his sangfroid. Moving her to a notorious lovebirds' nest as punishment for her flighty nature was perhaps also a blow. And of course talk has gotten out of his irresistible clandestine visits. Christie must put his wife aside—if only he can get her out of his blood first. Too hot to refuse. . .Caroline Parker was prepared to hear the worst: that her husband had determined to divorce her, spare them both the torture of passion they can neither tame nor escape. But his plan is wickeder than any she's ever heard. Life as his wife is suffocating. But she cannot resist becoming her own husband's mistress. . ."A very talented debut author." —Romance JunkiesPraise for Maggie Robinson's Mistress by Mistake"Sizzles off the page." —Anna Campbell
Second You Sin (Kevin Connor #2)
by Scott ShermanThe NYC hustler scene goes from rough trade to downright deadly as one call boy chases down a serial killer in this award-winning mystery series. Someone is killing New York City&’s hottest male prostitutes, and it's up to full-time call boy, part-time sleuth Kevin Connor to find out who. With his spectacular boy-next-door looks, quick wit, and ability to role-play even the most outrageous scenarios, Kevin is facing his most challenging position yet—one that puts him up against a ruthless killer. As Kevin begins his investigation, there's no shortage of possible suspects or motives. Could the killer be a sadistic head case with a deadly fetish? A high-profile celebrity worried that his biggest secret might get out? Or perhaps it's a right-wing politician, guilty of protesting too much from his pious and unforgiving soapbox. As Kevin gets closer to the truth, he'll find himself trapped in a scandalous web of secrets where the line between victim and predator blurs, and no sin goes unpunished . . .
No Escape (Texas Rangers Ser.)
by Mary BurtonHE WAS TAUGHT HOW TO KILL Even behind bars, serial killer Harvey Lee Smith exudes menace. Psychologist Jolene Granger has agreed to hear his dying confession, vowing not to let the monster inside her head. And Harvey has secrets to share—about bodies that were never found, and about the apprentice who is continuing his grisly work . . . AND NOW HE&’LL TEACH THEM He buries his victims alive the way his mentor Harvey did, relishing their final screams as the earth rains down. And as one last gift to the only father he knew, he&’ll make the most perfect kill of all. HOW TO DIE Everything about this investigation is unnerving Jo, from Harvey&’s fascination with her to the fact that she&’s working alongside Texas Ranger Brody Winchester, her ex-husband. Harvey&’s protégé is growing bolder and more vicious every day. And soon the trail of shallow graves will lead them to the last place Jo expected, and to the most terrifying truth of all . . . &“A thrill a minute . . . there is no escaping the fact that with No Escape, Mary Burton delivers again.&”—The Jefferson County Post (Tennessee)
Demon Hunting in a Dive Bar (Demon Hunting #3)
by Lexi George“George serves up memorable Southern one-liners while upping the stakes in this satisfyingly funny series installment.” —Publishers WeeklyDemons, shifters, zombies: You don't have to go to hell, but you can't stay here. It's last call on Earth.Rebekah “Beck” Damian runs a demonoid bar where everyone's welcome—even a reformed flesheater who's strictly vegetarian, a musical ghost who's looking for a piano bar, and a feline harbinger of doom named Wampus Kitty who's scaring the customers. So when a big strapping demon-hunter walks into the bar, Beck knows it's not the end of the world. She'll treat him like any other customer. If only she could. Conall Dalvahni is the toughest, meanest, sexiest demon-hunter Beck's ever seen—and she's finding it awful hard to hide her attraction. As far as Conall's concerned, the feeling is mutual. But how can he trust a beautiful half-demon babe like Beck—when her demonic friends have the perfect weapon to destroy every hunter on earth? With all the sparks flying between Beck and Conall, it's hard to tell who's the predator and who's the prey. Either way, love is hell—and impossible to resist . . .A RITA Award Finalist“Clever, fast-paced and sexy as hell, George's third adventure set in Hannah, Ala., is a steamy, heartfelt treat from start to finish.” —RT Book Reviews (4.5 Stars, TOP PICK!)
Sara's Song (Basic Ser.)
by Fern MichaelsA doctor&’s life is turned upside down when she meets a rock star in this novel by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Finders Keepers. A brilliant career and loving friends weren't enough to heal Dr. Sara Killian&’s aching heart. For brief, magical moment, world famous rock star Dallas Lord was part of her life. Then he was suddenly and tragically taken away. But before he disappeared, Dallas gave Sara a priceless gift—a beautiful love song written just for her. It&’s a legacy that will take Sara places she&’d never dreamed of—into intrigue, betrayal and deadly danger. And, when she meets Adam Lord, Dallas&’s older brother, she will find herself torn—between Adam, the most attractive and complicated man she&’d ever known, and Dallas, the man her heart won&’t let her forget . . .Praise for the novels of Fern Michaels &“Michaels knows what readers expect from her and she delivers each and every time.&” —RT Book Reviews on Perfect Match &“Secrets, revenge and personal redemption . . . [a] tale of strong emotions and courage.&” —Publishers Weekly on No Safe Secret
That Mistletoe Moment
by Kate Angell Cat Johnson Allyson CharlesIn this trio of Christmas novellas, three women take a modern approach to love and see if a holiday romance is just a click, tap, or swipe away.Made upLike a Christmas miracle, the Build a Boyfriend App lets yousimply input the stats of your dream man, and witty texts, passionate emails, and hot Instagram pics start flooding in. No more awkward questions or pitying looks as you face the holidays alone!Mixed upBut even the best technology has its glitches. When real-life emotions come into play, this trio of twenty-somethings find themselves in a tangle of crossed signals, flying wrapping paper, disastrous Christmas parties . . . and surprising kisses.Matched upYet despite the confusion of their mistletoe misadventures, when the New Year dawns, these very satisfied women just may find themselves waking up with true love beside them.Featuring:A Boyfriend by Christmas by Cat JohnsonAll I Want for Christmas Is . . . by Kate AngellHer Favorite Present by Allyson CharlesPraise for The Mistletoe Moment &“Just the thing to put you in a holiday mood . . . . A fun, fast read with some very sexy scenes.&” —RT Book Reviews &“This collection will appeal to romance fans who enjoy stories of mix-ups and confident—or even arrogant—men.&” —Publishers Weekly
Vegas Rich (Vegas #1)
by Fern MichaelsWhat happens in Vegas stays in the family. Two dynasties merge in this trilogy debut from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Texas series. When Sallie Coleman abandons Texas to follow her dreams in Las Vegas, she never imagines she&’ll win so soon—and so big. But a stroke of luck makes her the richest, most powerful businesswoman in Nevada, and in no time at all her transformation is complete—when she marries Philip Thornton and becomes Vegas&’s most elegant first lady. Like her future mother-in-law before her, Pennsylvania beauty Fanny Logan makes her fortune in Vegas, building one of the city&’s most successful clothing empires. Her wedding to Ash Thornton, the visionary behind the magnificent Babylon casino, is like a happy ending to their fairytale lives. But Ash&’s greatest triumph may be his ultimate downfall . . . &“[A] sweeping family saga reminiscent of her Texas series.&” —Booklist &“Through it all, Sallie remains a matriarch to be reckoned with, but her twin grandsons, Sage and Birch, appear to be the future of Vegas . . . for better or worse . . . if history doesn&’t lie, Michaels won&’t disappoint her fans.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“Her characters are well constructed.&” —Publishers Weekly
Wedding Cake Murder (A Hannah Swensen Mystery #19)
by Joanne FlukeHannah Swensen&’s getting married—but first she has to solve the murder of a notorious celebrity chef—in this entry in the New York Times-bestselling series. Folks in Lake Eden, Minnesota, may have had their doubts, but at long last, Hannah Swensen is getting married! And her excitement only grows when she learns the man of her dreams will be able to join her on her trip to New York City for the Food Channel&’s dessert chef contest. They get a taste of the Big Apple before Hannah wins the Hometown Challenge—and the producers bring all the contestants to Lake Eden to tape the remainder of the show. It&’s nerve-wracking enough being judged by Alain Duquesne, a celebrity chef with a nasty reputation. But it&’s even more chilling to find him stabbed to death in the Lake Eden Inn&’s walk-in cooler—before he&’s even had a chance to taste Hannah&’s Butterscotch Sugar Cookies! Now Hannah has not only lost her advantage, she&’ll have to solve a mystery with more layers than a five-tiered wedding cake… &“Fluke&’s cast is lively and winsome.&”—Publishers Weekly
Evidence Of Murder: A Twisted Killer's Trail Of Violence
by Samuel RoenMissingOn Tuesday, June 10, 1997, in Orlando, Florida, Carla Ann Larson, 30, left work for a lunch break. She never returned. Happily married and mother of an infant daughter, Carla Ann had no reason to desert her family. Initially suspicious of husband James Larson's numb reaction, detectives were shocked to learn that his sister had been murdered by a serial killer in 1990.ManhuntA massive search soon uncovered the beaten and strangled body of Carla Ann Larson. The burnt-out hulk of her Ford Explorer was found in the palmetto backwoods. Witnesses reported seeing an unknown man driving the vehicle after her disappearance.Most WantedAfter the crime was featured on television's America's Most Wanted, a tip led to the estranged wife of career criminal John Huggins. Angel Huggins had never known the joy of a loving marriage, but she and Carla Ann Larson had one thing in common: first-hand experience with John Huggins's brutal wrath. Angel lived to tell about it, and what she had to say led to her husband's arrest.To Catch A KillerNothing would deter investigators from bringing him to justice, but ex-con Huggins wasn't about to make their job any easier. His refusal to cooperate prompted detectives to set a new plan into motion. Could their ingenuity nail the cold-blooded murderer of a woman who was guilty only of being in the wrong place at the wrong time?Includes Sixteen Pages Of Shocking Photos
A Purrfect Romance (Love in the City #1)
by J.M. BronstonWANTED: Reliable house sitter to care for two pampered Park Avenue felines. Free penthouse accommodations. Sexy neighbor not included. Bridey Berrigan desperately needs a break. Her day job as a chef has taken its toll, and she's all but given up on the male species. Then Bridey sees the ad for a cat sitter, and its good-bye shoebox apartment, hello Park Avenue palace! With only the pedigreed kitties, Silk and Satin, to keep her company, Bridey can finally get to work writing her dream cookbook. And she can't afford any distractions—least of all her intriguing new neighbor. . .Businessman Mack Brewster likes his women glamorous, aloof, and very sophisticated. With her easy smile and fresh-faced beauty, Bridey isn't exactly his type. Also, Mack is a dog person. Still, the mouth-watering aromas wafting from Bridey's kitchen are impossible to ignore. And as the impish felines somehow keep bringing the two of them together, Mack's appetite is piqued—in more ways than one. But would Bridey even consider giving a guy like him a chance? Mack's not sure, but he can't wait to find out. . .63,500 Words
She Creeps
by Alex HairstonIn this suspenseful, romantic thriller, one woman longs to feel alive--in every possible way. . . You Live, You Love--Naomi Gaffney was only eight-years-old the day they found her momma's body. Then the police took her daddy away. Twenty-one years later, Naomi's father remains in jail, and she's still not sure if he's guilty of a crime of passion, or an innocent victim of southern justice. In fact, there isn't much Naomi is sure about these days. . . And If You're Smart, You Learn. . .Raised by a cruel aunt, Naomi married young to escape her bitter household. But all she got was more heartache. She knows she's too smart and pretty to waste away in a dead small town. She aches to feel alive again. Her childhood taught her that adultery can be deadly, but when a handsome young man offers her everything she craves, Naomi finds that some lessons are more easily learned than others. . . "A captivating tale that is sure to make readers think about the things they take for granted in relationships." --The Rawsistaz Reviewers
Mania
by Craig LarsenA City Gripped By Fear. . .Seattle newspaper photographer Nick Wilder has snapped his fair share of gruesome homicide scenes. But when a serial killer dubbed the Street Butcher takes his sick crimes to new depths of depravity, Nick finds the case suddenly getting to him in more ways than one. . .A Killer Who Knows No End. . .With each new murder Nick is shocked by what he won't soon forget. But the deeper he digs, the closer he gets to his own disturbing past--and the more he must risk to unmask an unpredictable, deranged psychopath. As the motives multiply and the suspects mount, the cold, stark Seattle winter is about to turn even chillier. . . "Larsen taps into our deepest terrors. . . A fast and thrilling debut." --William Lashner, New York Times bestselling author of Blood and Bone"Harrowing and twisted. . .a white-knuckle read!" --Gregg Olsen"Excellent - everything a great thriller should be." --Lee Child"Larsen takes you into a disturbing world of intimate danger and dark passion." --Harlan Coben "In Mania, Craig Larsen taps into the deepest terrors locked in our cracked minds. There is real evil here, combined with the greatest of all fears, that the evil we fear most resides in our own hearts. A fast and thrilling debut." --William Lashner "One of the most impressive thriller debuts of 2009." --art-n-literature.com
Promises Kept (The McBride Brothers #1)
by Scarlett DunnIn this inspirational western romance series opener, a mail-order bride in search of a fresh start finds danger and a handsome cowboy.Lady of marriageable age with two young boys, in need of husband. I am a good cook and hard worker. Victoria Eastman grew up in an Abilene saloon—an experience that made her tough, resourceful, and determined to forge a new life. So, she places an ad in a western newspaper and soon finds herself a suitable arrangement on a farm in Promise, Wyoming. Only problem is that her would-be husband turns up dead the day she arrives. Rancher Colt McBride is known for his true grit and business intellect. Yet when it comes to his new neighbor, Victoria, he&’s stumped: Who is she, really? She&’s a beautiful woman and has proven herself a gentle soul. She&’s even causing him to question his staunch bachelorhood. But any kind of future may be shattered when a stranger reveals a secret about Victoria&’s past—one that could destroy them both. Unless, together, they can take a leap of faith—right into each other&’s arms . . .Praise for Scarlett Dunn and the McBride Brothers series &“Dunn is a talented author who gives fans what they expect in historical romance.&” —RT Book Reviews &“This one swept me off my feet . . . I didn&’t want it to end!&” —First for Women
Skinny Dipping Season (A Truhart Novel #2)
by Cynthia TennentOne Summer Can Change Everything . . .Elizabeth Lively dresses conservatively, straightens her curly hair into submission, and works hard to uphold her political family’s reputation. Her therapist might call it “OCD,” but she’s just trying her best to live by the rules—until her carefully crafted world comes crashing down when she’s fired, painfully jilted, and arrested for a crime she didn’t commit. All she can think to do is flee to her grandmother’s lakeside house in tiny Truhart, Michigan, a town that’s as quirky as it is quaint . . .No stranger to second chances, Acting Sheriff JD Hardy isn’t pleased to have Elizabeth in Truhart for the summer. A former city cop with a painful past, JD now runs a tight ship, and isn’t keen on a newcomer with a criminal past, even one as tempting as Elizabeth.Between lazy summer days and lakeside evenings, reconnecting with old friends and making new ones, Elizabeth must decide what the future holds for her, and where her heart belongs. She will learn that sometimes you have to dip a toe in cautiously, and other times you just have to dive in . . .Praise for A Wedding in Truhart“Cynthia Tennent has captured the charm, humor, loyalty, and love of small towns, close families, and long-time friends. ..the people of Truhart will find a place in your heart."—Cindy Myers, author of The View From Here“An A.W.O.L. wedding dress, family feuds, and kinky characters! What's not to love? A Wedding in Truhart is a wedding to remember.”—Lois Greiman, award winning author of the Hope Springs series
Two Rivers
by T. Greenwood&“Ripe with surprising twists and heart-breakingly real characters . . . a remarkable and complex look at race and forgiveness in small-town America.&” —Michelle Richmond, New York Times–bestselling author In Two Rivers, Vermont, Harper Montgomery is living a life overshadowed by grief and guilt. Since the death of his wife Betsy, Harper has narrowed his world to working at the local railroad and raising his daughter Shelly the best way he knows how. Still wracked with sorrow over the loss of his life-long love and plagued by his role in a brutal, long-ago crime, he wants only to make amends for his past mistakes. Then one fall day, a train derails in Two Rivers, and amid the wreckage Harper finds an unexpected chance for atonement. One of the survivors, a pregnant fifteen-year-old girl with mismatched eyes and skin the color of blackberries, needs a place to stay. Though filled with misgivings, Harper offers to take Maggie in. But it isn&’t long before he begins to suspect that Maggie&’s appearance in Two Rivers is not the simple case of happenstance it first appeared to be.&“A stark, haunting story of redemption and salvation . . . the story of a man who learns the true meaning of family.&” —Garth Stein, New York Times–bestselling author &“A dark and lovely elegy, filled with heartbreak that turns itself into hope and forgiveness. I felt so moved by this luminous novel.&” —Luanne Rice, New York Times–bestselling author &“Greenwood is a writer of subtle strength, evoking small-town life beautifully while spreading out the map of Harper&’s life, finding light in the darkest of stories.&” —Publishers Weekly
Home To Italy
by Peter PezzelliIn this delightful, moving novel, Peter Pezzelli brings to life the earthy sensuality of Italy's Abruzzo region— the smell of just-baked bread wafting through the village piazza; the shopkeepers sweeping the sidewalks first thing in the morning; groups of cyclists dotting the mountain roads—and spins a story of May-December romance as sharp and delicious as the olives of Villa San Giuseppe. . .SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO TRAVEL FAR TO FIND YOUR WAY HOME.After the death of his beloved wife, Anna, Peppi's family and friends expect him to bury his grief by tending to his gardens and taking long rides on his bike. Instead, Peppi shocks them all with his decision to leave Rhode Island and return to Villa San Giuseppe, the small Italian village where he spent his childhood, and to il mulino, his family's old mill. But once he's back, he temporarily moves into an apartment over the candy factory run by his childhood best friend, Luca. It is modest, but livable, with a lovely view of Luca's neglected gardens and his equally neglected daughter, the fiery Lucrezia.More a force of nature than a woman, Lucrezia's legendary temper and workaholic schedule hide the very real pain she feels over her husband's death years before. At first, she tolerates Peppi as an eccentric annoyance—her father's strange but handsome American friend who fixes things around the factory and is bringing the gardens back to life. But soon, Lucrezia's interest in Peppi deepens. Like a high wind, the gossip is flying through Villa San Giuseppe—Lucrezia's making it to dinner on time. She's eating olives from a man's hand.She's wearing heels. Now, under the Italian sun, a tentative romance begins to bloom between the grieving pair, yielding to a surprisingly strong passion with the power to heal life's wounds and promise second chances. . .
The Nephilim and Pyramid of Apocalypse
by Patrick HeronThey appear in the first pages of the Bible, sons of God who coupled with mere mortals before and after the Flood. They are the fallen angels and their children--the Nephilim--who are also the true builders of the pyramids and other great monuments of ancient history. The Truth Behind MythIn The Nephilim and the Pyramid of the Apocalypse, author Patrick Heron examines ancient texts from Genesis to the Book of Enoch to Revelations to once and for all establish the true identity of this mysterious, lost race of giant beings. Are they angels? Genetic monsters? Are they characters of fable and myth? Are they still among us? Within these pages the answers are finally revealed. Solving The Riddle Of The PyramidsThe identity of the Nephilim firmly in hand, Patrick Heron takes his research deeper, using science and an examination of age-old prophecies to discover the true meaning of the pyramids. His astonishing findings address the importance of the pyramid shape and its diabolical aim to supplant the City of God. And last but not least, once the riddle of the pyramids is solved, its significance in helping to navigate the coming Apocalypse is fully illuminated.Patrick Heron was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1952, and has a B.S. and M.A. in Business Studies from Trinity College, Dublin. At the age of 24, he began his Christian walk following an epiphany he experienced while reading the Bible. In 1997, having recently become interested in Bible prophecy concerning the "end times," Patrick published his best-selling book Apocalypse Soon. He currently resides in Dublin with his family and is not associated with any particular church or denomination.
The World of Normal Boys
by K.M. SoehnleinWinner of the Lambda Literary Award"This first novel is so eloquent because it is hellbent on collaring the reader and telling him or her the whole passionate story." --Edmund White, author of Our Young Man"This is a rich and unflinching book." --The New York Times Book Review"Extraordinary…an exhilarating experience…that Soehnlein has produced as his first novel a work of such maturity and excellence is little short of astounding." --Fenton Johnson, author of Scissors, Paper, RockThe time is the late 1970s--an age of gas shortages, head shops, and Saturday Night Fever. The place, suburban New Jersey. At a time when the teenagers around him are coming of age, Robin MacKenzie is coming undone. While "normal boys" are into cars, sports, and bullying their classmates, Robin enjoys day trips to New York City with his elegant mother, spinning fantastic tales for her amusement in an intimate ritual he has come to love. He dutifully plays the role of the good son for his meat-and-potatoes father, even as his own mind is a jumble of sexual confusion and painful self-doubt. But everything changes in one, horrifying instant when a tragic accident wakes his family from their middle-American dream and plunges them into a spiral of slow destruction. As his family falls apart day by day, Robin finds himself pulling away from the unquestioned, unexamined life that has been carefully laid out for him. Small acts of rebellion lead to larger questions of what it means to stand on his own. Falling into a fevered triangle with two other outcasts, Todd Spicer and Scott Schatz, Robin embarks on an explosive odyssey of sexual self-discovery that will take him beyond the spring-green lawns of suburbia, beyond the fraying fabric barely holding together his quickly unraveling family, and into a complex future, beyond the world of normal boys. "Karl Soehnlein's stunning first novel reads like a cross between the film American Beauty and Edmund White's A Boy's Own Story." --The Advocate"The World of Normal Boys is a work of authenticity, as relevant to those who lived a similar coming-of-age experience many years ago as it will be to those who are living that experience now." --Bay Area Reporter"An amusingly detailed and largely accurate picture of life in the Jersey 'burbs." --Publishers Weekly"Full of tension and suspense, Soehnlein's well-paced debut novel is a fresh look at one boy's sexual awakening in the 1970s and his journey to find a place where he can fit it." --Booklist