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In His Own Image: A Novel
by Jérôme FerrariIn this “stunning narrative” of a young female war photographer’s life and death, “moral questions take on human form” (Kirkus Reviews).From Goncourt Prize–winning author Jérôme Ferrari, a bewitching story of passion, death, and love, and a powerful reflection on the relationship between art and realityBorn in a small town in Corsican countryside, Antonia grows up in a place of deeply-rooted traditions and strong family ties. When she’s fourteen, her uncle, a priest, gives her a camera—igniting a passion that will prompt her to become a photojournalist.Over two decades later, Antonia is walking around the port of Calvi when she runs into Dragan, a soldier whom she had met when she was reporting on the war in the former Yugoslavia. The two spend the night in deep conversation, reminiscing about their experience of the conflict. Shortly after saying goodbye, as she drives home Antonia loses control of her car, plunges off a cliff and is killed instantly. Tasked with officiating his niece’s funeral, Antonia’s uncle reflects on her life and legacy, and on the profound questions they beg about ambition and doubt, passion and guilt, representation and reality.Wide in scope but rich in detail, restrained yet deeply moving, In His Own Image masterly weaves together the story of an individual life with universal themes that resonate across time and space.“Metaphorical, musical, and absolutely captivating.” —Madame Figaro“Luminous.” —La République des livres“Masterly.” —Grazia“There is as much violence as there is poetry.” —Femme actuelle“A resounding success.” —France Culture“ Complex and moving.” —L’Humanité“Powerful and deeply affecting.” —Simple Things
The CEO's Nanny Affair: A Single Dad Romance (Billionaires and Babies #87)
by Joss WoodHe’s a billionaire who needs childcare—and she’s the last woman who’d ever expect to take the job. . . . “Wonderful and engaging . . . will tug at your heart” (Romance Reviews Today).When Tate Harper’s sister disappears, leaving behind her infant and a note, the globe-trotting TV host is suddenly the caregiver for her baby niece. She has to find her sister ASAP—and in desperation turns to her sister’s ex, single father and sexy CEO Linc Ballantyne. Despite his high-powered career, he’s a family man to the core, and he’ll help Tate—if she agrees to be his temporary live-in nanny.Soon she’s juggling a baby, a toddler, and a growing attraction to the billionaire Ballantyne. But when it’s time to go back to her real life, will she pack her bags . . . or stay and find out what being a family really means?
The Passenger: India (The Passenger)
by The PassengerA journey into today’s India through essays, photography, and more, shortlisted for a 2022 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Award.Since its earliest interactions with the West, India has been the object of a gross misinterpretation, a vague association with ideas of peace, spiritualism, the magic of the fakirs. Constantly reframed and mythologized by Westerners fleeing their supposedly rationalist societies, India continues to fascinate with its millennia-old history, shrines on every street corner, ancient beliefs and rituals, and unique linguistic and cultural diversity.Today this picture is mixed with that of a society changing at a frenetic pace and at the forefront of the digital revolution—a “shining India” of dynamic, fast-expanding megalopolises. Yet these success stories coexist with the daily plight of the large section of its population without access to drinking water or a toilet, with a rural economy (still employing the majority of its over 1.3 billion inhabitants) that depends on monsoons for irrigation and is threatened by climate change. The greatest democratic experiment ever attempted, India remains plagued by one of the vilest forms of class and racial discrimination, the caste system, exacerbated by the Hindu nationalist regime.All things considered, though, it’s hard to find a more dynamic and optimistic country or, as Arundhati Roy puts it, “a more irredeemably chaotic people.” This volume aims to depict India’s chaos and its contradictions, its terror and its joy, from the struggle of the Kashmiris to that of non-believers (hated by all religious sects), from the dances of the hijra in Koovagam to the success of the wrestler Vinesh Phogat, a symbol of the women who seek to free themselves from the oppressive patriarchal mores. Despite the obstacles and steps back, India continues its journey on the long path toward freedom and toward ending poverty for some of the world’s most destitute. Included are writings on:Caste: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow by Arundhati Roy · The Invention of Hindu Nationalism by Prem Shankar Jha · No Country for Women by Tishani Doshi · Plus: the grand ambitions of the world’s most underrated space program, Bollywood’s obsession with Swiss landscapes, an ode to Bengali food, eagerly awaiting the monsoon, the wrestler tackling stereotypes and much more . . . “These books are so rich and engrossing that it is rewarding to read them even when one is stuck at home.” —The Times Literary Supplement
Not Accountable: Rethinking the Constitutionality of Public Employee Unions
by Philip K. Howard&“Elected leaders come and go, but public unions just say no.&” Hiding in plain sight is a fatal defect of modern democracy. Public employee unions have a death grip on the operating machinery of government. Schools can&’t work, bad cops can&’t be fired, and politicians sell their souls for union support. With this searing five-point indictment, Philip K. Howard argues that union controls have disempowered elected executives and should be unconstitutional. Union power in government happened almost by accident in the 1960s, ostensibly to give public unions the same bargaining rights as trade unions. But government bargaining is not about dividing profits, but making political choices about public priorities. Moreover, the political nature of decision-making allowed unions to provide campaign support to friendly officials. Public bargaining became collusive. The unions brag about it: &“We elect our own bosses.&” Sitting on both sides of the bargaining table has allowed public unions to turn the democratic hierarchy upside down. Elected officials answer to public employees. Basic tools of good government have been eliminated. There&’s no accountability, detailed union entitlements make government largely unmanageable and unaffordable, and public policies are driven by what is good for public employees, not what is good for the public. Public unions keep it that way by brute political force—harnessing the huge cohort of public employees into a political force dedicated to preventing the reform of government. The solution, Howard argues, is not political but constitutional. America&’s republican form of government requires an executive branch that is empowered to implement public policies, not one shackled to union controls. Public employees have a fiduciary duty to serve the public and should not be allowed to organize politically to harm the public. This short book could unlock a door to fixing a broken democracy.Common Good (www.commongood.org) is a nonpartisan reform coalition to simplify government and restore common sense in daily decisions. It proposes a new governing vision: replace red tape with individual accountability. Its Founder and Chair is lawyer and author Philip K. Howard.
The Bridal Swap (Smoky Mountain Matches)
by Karen KirstIn this inspirational historical romance, a woman who must tell her sister’s fiancé that the wedding is off falls for the jilted groom.The heiress Josh O’Malley has courted by mail is on her way to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, to become his wife. His dreams are coming true, and together, they’ll create the family he’s always wanted. But when the stagecoach arrives, it’s not his intended who exits, but her sister, Kate!She came to end her sister’s engagement, but with her duty completed, Kate Morgan is in no hurry to leave. She can’t help but like the beautiful mountain town . . . and her sister’s would-be groom. If only Josh would realize that his dream can still come true—and love can be found where least expected.
The Marakaios Baby: The Greek Demands His Heir The Perfect Cazorla Wife The Marakaios Baby Claimed For His Duty (The Marakaios Brides)
by Kate HewittA wild affair with a Greek business mogul suddenly leaves a commitment-shy woman thinking about forever in this sexy international romance.Dating playboy CEO Leo Marakaios is like dancing with the devil. Margo Ferras thinks she can match him step for seductive step—until Leo asks her to marry him. It might be for convenience only, but Margo knows it’s time to walk away.Margo knows that giving up Leo’s earth-shatteringly seductive touch is the price she must pay to protect her heart. But then she discovers she’s pregnant. Now Margo finds herself in the plush offices of Marakaios Enterprises about to tell Leo he’s going to be a father . . . and to ask him to marry her!
The Sheikh's Princess Bride: The Billionaire's Bridal Bargain The Italian's Deal For I Do At The Brazilian's Command The Sheikh's Princess Bride
by Annie WestWanted: royal bride and mother For Sheikh Tariq of Al-Sharath, one miserable marriage was enough. With a kingdom to rule, he has no time-or wish-to find a bride, but his children need a mother. Could Princess Samira of Jazeer be the answer? Samira has sampled passion, and it left a bad taste. With the knowledge she can't have the children she's always wanted, Samira steps into Tariq's ready-made family. Her only condition? No sex! Samira thought royal duties and her love for Tariq's children would fill the hole in her heart, but a craving is building that only the sheikh's touch can cure...
Crowned for the Drakon Legacy (The Drakon Royals)
by Tara PammiClaiming his one-night heir He may have craved her for a decade, but one exquisite night with Mia Rodriguez is all Nikandros Drakos, the Daredevil Prince of Drakon, will allow himself. It's time to face his home country and the duty he's denied for so long. But when their sizzling liaison leads to an unexpected pregnancy, Nik won't rest until his child is part of the Drakon legacy. Their affair was supposed to burn up along with their chemistry but now, to claim his heir, Nik must make unruly Mia both his bride-and his princess!
The Romani Gypsies
by Yaron MatrasA “rich, colorful account” of the origins, history, and culture of the Romani people (Robert Legvold, Foreign Affairs).“Gypsies” have lived among Europeans since the Middle Ages. Yet Roms still seem exotic to Westerners, who often rely on fictional depictions for what they know, or think they know, about this much-misunderstood people. The Romani Gypsies challenges stereotypes that have long been the unwelcome travel companions of this community in Europe and the New World. Yaron Matras offers a perspective-changing account of who the Roms are, how they live today, and how they have survived over centuries.Descendants of Indian migrants, Roms began moving into western Europe in the 1300s, refugees of a collapsing Byzantine Empire. By the 1500s they had spread throughout Europe, working as itinerant smiths and toolmakers, healers and entertainers, and would soon reach the Americas. Often described as Egyptian—hence the name Gypsies—they were ostracized as beggars, vilified as criminals, respected as artisans, and idealized as free spirits. They have been both enslaved and protected, forced to settle down and forcibly expelled, in a pattern of manipulation and persecution that persists in our own time.Matras draws on decades of first-hand research into Romani life to explain the organization of Romani society, its shared language, history, and traditions, as well as differences among widely dispersed Romani groups. He also details the present-day dilemmas surrounding the struggle of Roms for political recognition in European countries which are, by turns, either ambivalent or openly hostile.Praise for The Romani Gypsies“Yaron Matras has spent many years getting to know inward-looking Roma communities across Europe, winning their trust and unravelling their history, language and customs . . . Immaculately researched, warm and comprehensive.” —The Guardian“A much needed book on Europe’s most misunderstood population . . . The book aims to take stock of the Romani Gypsies today—where they might come from, their history as a people, their culture and customs, and the issues they face today . . . It is a story of suffering that parallels the trials of Jews in Europe. However, while the Holocaust has at the very least made Europe grapple with its history of anti-Semitism, there has been no such reckoning for the Romani . . . Part of the immense value of this book by Matras is that it works to paint a complex picture of who the Romani are beyond the picture of a woman begging in the street . . . For the information alone, the book should be required reading in Europe and for anyone interested in the continent’s history.” —William O’Connor, The Daily Beast
The Engagement Bargain: Daddy Wanted The Fireman's Secret Falling For Texas The Engagement Bargain (Prairie Courtships)
by Sherri ShackelfordA make-believe betrothal just may lead to a genuine lasting love in this inspirational novel of romance on the range . . . Rock-solid and reliable, veterinarian and confirmed bachelor Caleb McCoy thought nothing could rattle him—until he discovered he needed to pose as Anna Bishop’s intended groom. After saving her life, his code of honor bid Caleb watch over the innocent beauty. And a pretend engagement is the only way to protect her from further harm. Raised by a single mother and suffragist, Anna doesn’t think much of marriage—and she certainly doesn’t plan to try it herself. But playing Caleb’s blushing bride-to-be makes her rethink her independent ways, because their make-believe romance is becoming far too real . . .
The Doctor's Engagement
by Sarah MorganA fan-favorite medical romance from USA Today bestselling author Sarah Morgan. Holly knewthat she was possibly the only woman in Dr. Mark Logan's life who had never fallen headover heels in love with him! They had been best friends since childhood, so when he neededher to pretend to be his fiancée, she couldn't refuse… She hoped his gentle, protectivestrength would help her to get her life back on track again—but all it took was one singlebreath-taking kiss for Holly to discover that being Mark's fiancée was altogether a wholenew experience…! Originally published in 2001.
Oracle's War (Olympus Trilogy)
by David HairOdysseus must fight for the honor of his family, the survival of his people, and the glory of his goddess—from the author of Athena&’s Champion. When Prince Odysseus is sent on a quest to recover his family honor, he&’s led to Delos where a mysterious new prophecy has captivated the gods. Caught in a tangled web of intrigue, he discovers that this prophecy is tied to his own destiny and the fate of his patron goddess, Athena. With the future of his people hanging by a thread, Odysseus, the daemon Bria, the hero Diomedes and a small band of loyal Ithacans, must unveil the truth before it&’s too late. But opposing them is Tiresias, the greatest seer of the age, who will do anything to burn his own vision onto the face of history. Caught between the prophecy, the gods and his mortal enemies, Odysseus must start a war: one that may be impossible to win . . . Oracle&’s War, second in the epic Olympus Series, is perfect for fans of David Gemmell and Madeline Miller. Praise for Athena&’s Champion &“If you like magic and mayhem wrapped around ancient historical legends, this cup of nectar has your name on it. Recommended.&” —Historical Novel Society &“A refreshing, modern take of Odysseus&’ story. It has humor and exciting action.&” —Book Rambler
The Dragon's Dagger (Spearwielder's Tale)
by R. A. SalvatoreThe reluctant hero of The Woods Out Back is needed again in the realm of Faerie, in this fantasy adventure by the New York Times–bestselling author. Gary Leger returned from the magical realm of Faerie five years ago, and each day since, he has longed to embark on more adventures. Now a mob of pixies is about to grant his wish. For the inhabitants of Faerie, it&’s only been a month since Gary left, and life is not great. A vile king sits on the throne, threatening war. An evil witch imprisoned on an island struggles to free herself. And a dragon is burning the countryside. It&’s up to Gary and his friends—Mickey the leprechaun, Kelsey the elf, and Geno the dwarf—to get Gary back to where he belongs before Faerie is blackened to a crisp . . .Praise for The Dragon&’s Dagger &“Gary has a lively time of it in Faerie, which Salvatore recaptures with verve and wit and many nice touches. . . . A classic tale of humans caught in the toils of Faerie, certain to retain its predecessor&’s audience.&” —Booklist
Lions of Winter: Survival and Sacrifice on Mount Washington
by Ty GagneOn January 25, 1982, during a four-day search for two missing ice climbers on New Hampshire's Mt.t Washington in extreme weather conditions, Albert Dow, a member of the all-volunteer Mountain Rescue Service, became the first-and so far the only- member of a backcountry search and rescue team to be killed in the line of duty in the White Mountains. He was caught in an avalanche in terrain previously thought to present no risk. His teammate, Michael Hartrich, was injured in the accident. <P><P> In The Lions of Winter, author Ty Gagne describes the ordeal of the missing climbers, the selflessness and courage of the dedicated rescuers, the tragic circumstances surrounding the avalanche, and the heartbreak of the family, friends, and teammates of the fallen rescuer. Gagne also chronicles how this grueling event became a landmark of White Mountain history, ushering in a new era in the search and rescue community of New Hampshire. <P><P> In what is by far his longest and most in-depth book yet, The Lions of Winter, author Ty Gagne describes the ordeal of the missing climbers, the selflessness and courage of the dedicated rescuers, the tragic circumstances surrounding the avalanche, and the heartbreak of the family, friends, and teammates of the fallen rescuer.
The Promise of Home (Mirror Lake)
by Kathryn SpringerUSA Today–Bestselling Author: A family crisis brought her to this tiny town in Wisconsin&’s north woods—but her visit may last longer than she planned . . . As temporary guardian of her sister&’s two children, big-city magazine columnist Jenna Gardner is forced to face her past. She isn&’t in Mirror Lake for long before she realizes that everything has changed. And it&’s not her past throwing her off-kilter now—it's handsome next-door neighbor Dev McGuire. Though Dev gets under her skin, he quickly proves himself an excellent father figure for the children. Soon he&’s encouraging Jenna to believe in second chances. But it&’ll take a leap of faith to believe that her future just might be in Mirror Lake after all . . . Praise for Carol Award-winning author Kathryn Springer&’s romances &“Characters who feel like dear friends.&” —Liz Johnson, bestselling author of The Red Door Inn &“A tender, touching story.&” —Irene Hannon, RITA Award-winning author of Windswept Way &“Compelling . . . [a] delightful supporting cast.&” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Crime Novel
by Petri TamminenA mysterious criminal upends lives across Helsinki through a string of deviously absurd pranks in this Finnish comic noir novella. The winter dark of Helsinki is even more chilling thanks to Hermann Ångström, who subjects his unsuspecting victims to a series of unbearable embarrassments. Ångström leaves a young bride at the altar, disguises himself as a doctor and delivers false medical reports, sends a government official into a downward spiral of depression—it&’s a veritable plague of shame. As Ångström&’s methods grow ever more cunning, his true identity remains as mysterious as his motive. The case is assigned to Commissioner Vehmas, a widower who believes that the future is an illness and that police work is folk poetry. And though he&’s seen it all, even Vehmas can&’t seem to track down Ångström. Until serendipity steps in. At once suspenseful and blackly comic, Crime Novel is a playful twist on Nordic crime fiction from one of Finland&’s greats.
A Second Chance at Crimson Ranch (Crimson, Colorado)
by Michelle MajorJust when she needs to start picking up the pieces, a man appears who’s not afraid of a fixer-upper. From the USA Today–bestselling author.Good with his hands, bad for her heart . . . Ever since her marriage went up in flames, Olivia Wilder hasn’t had the desire for love. But one magical dance with Logan Travers might change all that. The blue-eyed hometown hunk is a bit younger and a whole lot sexier than any man she’s ever dated before. This is one carpenter Olivia would like to get to know better, and not just because of his building skills . . . From his first dance with Olivia, Logan knows there’s something special about the beautiful brunette. The more she’s determined to keep him at arm’s length, the more Logan wants her in his embrace. And the more Olivia says she’s just passing through, the more resolved Logan is to make her his, forever.“Major spins her storytelling web with a visual narrative that enlivens the majestic beauty of Colorado while telling her heartbreaking tale. Her use of timely humor softens the string of tragedy. Watching the couple rise from the ashes of their destructive paths is exhilarating.” —RT Book Reviews
The Face of Eve (The Lu Wilmott Sagas)
by Betty BurtonFrom a British novelist acclaimed for her strong heroines and &“good writing&” filled with &“human insight,&” a woman spies for the Allied forces during WWII (The Irish Press). One woman&’s passionate courage during World War II When Eve left her hometown of Portsmouth, she&’d never intended to return. But now she has a confidence and maturity far beyond her years. This makes her a very attractive prospect to David Hatton, charged with selecting highly unusual, independent, and intelligent candidates for the Special Operations Executive. For in the war that lies ahead, brute force won&’t be enough. Eve becomes part of the Second World War in a way that few others could manage. And when the time for role-playing and secrecy is over, who can say which is the real face of Eve? The extraordinary conclusion to Betty Burton&’s captivating Lu Wilmott novels. &“It is encouraging when someone like Betty Burton manages against the odds to become a roaring success.&” —The Guardian
Sleigh Bells in Crimson (Crimson, Colorado)
by Michelle MajorBack in Colorado for her mother’s Christmas wedding, a sensible young woman melts a frosty veteran’s heart in this delightful Western holiday romance.Lucy Renner doesn’t believe in the magic of Christmas or forever after. Yet here she is in holiday-obsessed Crimson, Colorado, for her mother’s fourth walk down the aisle. But it’s the handsome-as-sin cowboy cradling a stray kitten who gets her blood racing! Even if Caden Sharpe is rude, surly and just plain Grinch-like, how can a man who finds homes for unwanted pets be all bad?These days, former soldier Caden Sharpe is more comfortable with the animals he rescues than people. But now his widowed father is engaged to Lucy’s thrice-divorced mother, and Caden is determined to keep him from making a huge mistake—even as he finds himself falling for the bride-to-be’s lovely daughter. Will Crimson see a last-minute holiday exchange—at the altar?
The Agent's Secret Past: Stolen Memories The Agent's Secret Past Dark Tide Deadly Safari (Military Investigations #6)
by Debby GiustiA military investigator is targeted by the killer who murdered her Amish family in this romantic suspense novel of faith in the face of danger.Eight years ago, a drifter destroyed Becca Miller’s ties to her Amish community—and murdered her family. Now she’s a special agent with Fort Rickman’s criminal investigation department, helping other victims seek justice. Becca thought for a time that she had left her traumatic past behind her. But now she’s convinced that the killer, who supposedly died years ago, is very much alive—and coming after her.Special agent Colby Voss agrees to help Becca investigate. Yet the closer they get to the truth, the closer the killer gets to silencing her permanently.
Nightwatch (The Defenders)
by Valerie HansenAfter a fireman saves three young kids, he’ll do anything to keep them and their foster mother safe in this uplifting romantic suspense novel.Fire captain Mitch Andrews can’t forget the three young children he saved from a fire—a suspicious fire that left them orphans. At least he knows that in the care of foster mother Jill Kirkpatrick, the little ones will be loved. He only wishes the sweet, strong widow would let him get closer to her. But suddenly the kids—and Jill—are in terrible danger. And when one of the children goes missing, Mitch and Jill will risk everything to find her. As their investigation intensifies, Mitch proves his dedication to their makeshift family of five. A family worth keeping together forever.
Athena's Champion (Olympus Trilogy)
by David Hair Cath MayoGods and mortals collide in this spellbinding retelling of a legend from classic Greek mythology, the first in the epic Olympus Trilogy. A prophecy condemns him, a goddess binds him, but wisdom can set Odysseus free . . . Young Prince Odysseus is about to have his world torn apart. He has travelled to the oracle at Pytho to be anointed as heir to his island kingdom, but instead a terrible secret is revealed, one that tears down every pillar of his life and marks him out for death. Outcast by his family and on the run, Odysseus is offered sanctuary by Athena, goddess of wisdom, and thrust headfirst into the secret war between the gods. But can his wits, and his skill as a warrior, keep him ahead of their power games—and alive? &“If you like magic and mayhem wrapped around ancient historical legends, this cup of nectar has your name on it. Recommended.&” —Historical Novel Society &“A refreshing, modern take of Odysseus&’ story. It has humor and exciting action.&” —Book Rambler
Take No More (James Blake Thrillers)
by Seb KirbyA man suspected of his wife&’s murder must go on the run to find the real killer in this international conspiracy thriller. James Blake hadn&’t seen his wife Julia since she went to Florence on an art restoration project. But now he finds her dead in their home, killed by an unknown attacker. Though he is determined to bring Julia&’s killer to justice, James soon discovers that he is the prime suspect. Now he must flee England or lose everything. Continuing his search even as he evades the authorities, James follows a deadly trail to Florence and Venice, and into a shadowy underworld of death and corruption. To avenge his wife and clear his name, he must also confront a shocking art world conspiracy.
You Can Wear It Again: A Celebration of Bridesmaids' Dresses
by Meg Mateo IlascoExplore fifty years of bridesmaid fashion in this stunning retrospective featuring real-life wedding photographs. Being a bridesmaid is one of the greatest honors a dear friend can bestow. But wearing the dress the bride picks out? That&’s the true test of friendship. You Can Wear It Again pays loving tribute to fifty years of bridesmaids&’ dresses, as featured in real-life weddings. The product of both fashion trends and the bride's whims, bridesmaids&’ dresses may take the form of medieval costume, complete with wimple; slip dresses with real feathered wings to transform maids into true angels; or the ruffled peach taffeta with puff sleeves that so dominated the 1980s. Whatever the look, you can be sure it&’s been in and out of fashion more than once. Some lessons are never learned. The perfect gift for current and former bridesmaids, You Can Wear It Again isn&’t just a showcase of bridal fashions, but a testament to the selfless women everywhere who help the bride&’s dreams come true.
The Sword and the Throne (The Aulus Severus Adventures)
by Henry Venmore-RowlandAs Rome enters the Year of the Four Emperors, a soldier marches into the crucible of battle to meet his uncertain fate in the sequel to The Last Caesar.Rome, 69 AD: In the bloody contest for control of Rome, Aulus Caecina Severus has thrown in his lot with the hedonistic military commander Vitellius. Now he must prepare his legions for a grueling march over the Alps. Severus leads his army against barbarian rebellions and the tough mountain passes in his race to reach Italy before his rival Valens. With the Po valley almost in sight, news comes that Emperor Galba has been killed in a coup, and that Otho has been declared Emperor by the Praetorians. But there is no turning back for Severus: the Rhine legions want their man on the throne, leading Severus down a dark path. Politics is the new battleground, and Severus needs the help of his wife Salonina and his freedman Totavalas if he wants to survive. And as a new power emerges in the east, Severus must decide where his true loyalty lies . . .