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Toto
by Hyewon YumA little girl is self-conscious about the birthmark on her forehead— until a new friend helps her see it in a whole new light.This little girl doesn&’t mind her birthmark, most of the time. She calls it Toto, and her mom calls it a kiss from an angel. But sometimes, it feels like people look so hard at Toto they forget to see her. So when it&’s time to start school, her mom cuts her bangs to cover Toto up, at least for a little while.At school, she makes a new best friend right away! But then Toto accidentally comes out of hiding. Will her new friend see her differently with Toto in the picture? And does different have to be bad? Award-winning creator Hyewon Yum&’s knack for the adorable is at full power in Toto. This warm and vulnerable story grapples with the pressure we feel to blend in, and celebrates the moments—and the friends—that remind us how much better it is to be our full and singular selves.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Low Heights: Shocking, hilarious and poignant noir
by Pascal GarnierVultures at least have the decency to wait until their prey is dead before they rip it to pieces . . .At the home in the mountains he shares with his put-upon nurse, Thérèse, cantankerous retiree Édouard Lavenant is attempting to write his memoirs when a visitor calls, claiming to be his long-lost son. Jean-Baptiste's presence seems to bring about a softening of Édouard's temper, but the family reunion is soon threatened by the local vultures circling overhead . . .
The Front Seat Passenger: Shocking, hilarious and poignant noir
by Pascal GarnierFabien and Sylvie had both known their marriage was no longer working. And yet when Sylvie is involved in a fatal car accident, her husband is stunned to discover that she had a lover who died alongside her.With thoughts of revenge on his mind, Fabien decides to find out about the lover's widow, Martine, first by stalking her, then by breaking into her home.He really needs to get Martine on her own. But she never goes anywhere without her formidable best friend, Madeleine...
The Dictator's Last Night
by Yasmina Khadra'People say I am a megalomaniac. It is not true. I am an exceptional being, providence incarnate, envied by the gods, able to make a faith of his cause.' October 2011. In the dying days of the Libyan civil war, Muammar Gaddafi is hiding out in his home town of Sirte along with his closest advisors. They await a convoy that will take them south, away from encroaching rebel forces and NATO aerial attacks. The mood is sombre. In what will be his final night, Gaddafi reflects on an extraordinary life, whilst still raging against the West, his fellow Arab nations and the ingratitude of the Libyan people. In this gripping imagining of the last hours of President Gaddafi, Yasmina Khadra provides us with fascinating insight into the mind of one of the most complex and controversial figures of recent history.
The Phantom of Rue Royale: A Nicolas Le Floch Investigation, Book 3
by Jean-François ParotMay 1770Paris is in mourning.At the firework display marking the Dauphin's marriage to Marie Antoinette, hundreds of people have been injured or crushed to death. Yet not all the victims died accidentally . . .The tragic incident on Place Louis XV yields a new case for Commissioner Le Floch when a strangled woman is found amongst the other corpses. The investigation takes him to the home of a furrier on Rue Royale and a terrifying encounter with supernatural forces.
The Uncollected Stories of Mavis Gallant
by Mavis GallantA collection of over thirty short stories by one of the greatest fiction writers in American history, now available in a single volume for the first time ever.Mavis Gallant&’s extraordinary mastery of the short story remains insufficiently recognized. She may be the best writer of stories since the early-1950s prime of John Cheever, Eudora Welty, and Flannery O&’Connor, and even in such august company, her work is sui generis. Gallant&’s short fiction refines the art of the story even as it expands the boundaries of what a story can be. Above and beyond that, however, it constitutes a striking, almost avant-garde reduction. To read her is to discover something about the very nature of story: how for better or worse life is caught up in it, and how on the page that common predicament can come to life. The Uncollected Stories of Mavis Gallant includes more than thirty stories never before gathered into one volume, including &“The Accident&” and &“His Mother&” and &“An Autobiography&” and &“Dédé.&” With the publication of this book, finally all of this modern master&’s fiction will be in print.
Call Her Freedom: A Novel
by Tara DorabjiA sweeping family saga following one woman&’s struggle to protect her culture and her family amidst the backdrop of a military occupation.In the foothills of the Himalayas, the picturesque mountain village of Poshkarbal is home to lush cherry and apple orchards and a thriving community—one divided by a patrolled border. Aisha and her mother Noorjahan live on the outskirts—two women alone in a world dominated by men. As the village midwife, Noorjahan teaches Aisha how to heal using local herbs and remedies. Isolated but content, Aisha is shocked when Noorjahan decides it is time for her to attend the village school as few girls do. Despite the taunting of her classmates and the teacher&’s initial resistance to having her in the class, Aisha becomes a star student, destined for college. When Aisha&’s hand is bequeathed to a local boy in the village, she is forced to abandon her dreams of college. She comforts herself by staying on her ancestral land, creating a nourishing life with her children and husband. But her mother&’s secrets come back to haunt her and her marriage and the growing military presence in Poshkarbal force Aisha to make impossible choices in order to save her family and preserve the independence Noorjahan fought for. What follows is a family chronicle brimming with life, love, and humor, about sacrifice and honor, and fighting for your home and culture in the face of occupation. A deeply moving novel about one woman&’s love for her family, this is an epic investigation of colonialism, militarization, and the loss and innocence on the journey to creating home. Spanning 1969 to 2022, Call Her Freedom is a love story that untangles family secrets and heals generational wounds, announcing Tara Dorabji as a thrilling new voice in fiction.
Son of Birmingham: A Memoir
by Randall Woodfin Edward T. BowserToday's Birmingham—led by Mayor Randall Woodfin—is a phoenix rising from the ashes of systemic racism and white flight.This first Southern city to pluck the feathers off Jim Crow, where peaceful protesters endured attacks by police dogs, where high-pressure water hoses tore at the flesh of men and women marching for their rights, and where children locked arms and sang "We Shall Overcome," is a living, breathing redemption story. In Son of Birmingham, Woodfin draws upon the street wisdom of his generation's Southern rap music; the power of family, friends, and faith; and his education at the historically Black Morehouse College to preach the progress every corner of our nation clamors for right now. He walks readers through the streets of his Birmingham, bringing to light the daily joys and struggles of everyday people and revealing what spurred him to turn his education and Capitol Hill experience to the city of his youth. A moving memoir of a young leader's perseverance in a city still battling racism and gun violence, which Woodfin experienced first-hand, Son of Birmingham is also a call-to-action across America—an appeal to Woodfin's unique brand of servant leadership and responsive government for equitable, inclusive, and prosperous cities where everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Eat Better, Sleep Better: 75 Recipes and A 28-Day Meal Plan That Unlock the Food-Sleep Connection (A Cookbook)
by Dr Marie-Pierre St-Onge Kat CraddockWhat you eat directly impacts how you sleep. Science-based and easy to understand, Eat Better, Sleep Better includes 75 recipes that incorporate sleep-supporting ingredients that work with the body&’s rhythms and hormones to unlock quality rest—and the health benefits that come with it.More than half of all Americans have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Drawing on the science that has made her the go-to expert on the connection between food and sleep, Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge pairs her comprehensive strategies for getting a good night&’s sleep with Kat Craddock&’s 75 recipes. Developed with ingredients that trigger the body&’s dietary melatonin and serotonin, these recipes align with a Mediterranean diet and trigger a healthy circadian cycle, so you feel energetic during the day and ready for sleep at night. Eat Better, Sleep Better is for anyone who wants food to be the medicine for getting quality sleep. Here, too, is a 28-day meal plan that takes the guess work out of what to eat when so you can start eating—and sleeping—better than ever. The recipes, are easy to prepare, satisfying, and delicious. They include the following: -Easy Breakfasts: In-a-Hurry Egg-and-Cheese with Salsa Roja, Make-Ahead Morning Muffins, Overnight Oats with Ginger, Compote, and Walnuts -Salads and Soups: Chilled Out Soba Salad with Edamame and Sesame-Ginger Vinaigrette, Creamy Lemon-Turkey Soup with Barley and Mint -Side Dishes and Meatless Mains: Soy-Braised Butternut Squash with Miso Butter and Black Sesame, Mushroom &“Carbonara&” with Broccoli Rabe and Parmesan, Focaccia with Beefsteak Tomatoes and Olives -Low-stress Evening Meals: Portuguese-Style Tomato Rice with Mussels and Scallops, Grilled Chicken Cutlets with Midsummer Mostarda, Pan-Seared Halibut with Barley-Artichoke Risotto -Sweets for Sleep: Sesame Shortbread Cookies, Easy Stonefruit Sorbet, Chamomile-Ginger Panna Cotta
Spells for Success Deck: 40 Spells to Set Intentions and Manifest Everyday Wins
by Lauren ParkerHarness the power of your craft and manifest success in every aspect of your life with forty simple, easy-to-follow spells for witches of all levels.Spells for Success Deck features forty different witchcraft spells that are suitable for beginners, skeptics, and experienced practitioners alike. It is a deck focused on helping you achieve positive outcomes in different aspects of your life. These spells are focused on bringing ritual into the mundane and everyday. Divided into four sections—professional development, love magic, building confidence, and banishing the bad—the spells included in the deck empower users to create change in every area of life. Some spells include: -Successful job interview spell -Attract new love spell -Breakup spell -Good sleep spell -Spell to quit a bad habit -And more! And with ten introductory cards that provide you with some instructions for setting intentions, making your altar, how to time a spell, and some common ingredients you may need, Spells for Success Deck is the perfect gift for any budding witch.
Menopause Is Hot: Everything You Need to Know to Thrive
by Mariella Frostrup Alice SmellieMenopause is a hot topic. By debunking myths, banishing shame, and demanding more equitable health care and workplace policies, celebrated journalists Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie have sparked a global dialogue and a menopause revolution.Renowned journalists Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie are here to tell readers everything they need to know about menopause, with a mix of smart humor and comforting reassurance. In this guide that doesn&’t shy away from any topic, the authors open up about their own menopause journeys, and provide the latest science and advice from America&’s leading experts on everything from dealing with hot flashes to pursuing hormone therapy. Diving into the history of menopause up to the present day, with stories from women from across the world at various ages and stages of their menopause journey, Menopause Is Hot opens a much-needed conversation about a topic half the population will go through but are only just starting to chat openly about. It&’s designed to equip readers with the know-how to handle symptoms starting from perimenopause onwards, separating myths from the facts, all while offering hope, support, and friendly advice. Menopause Is Hot reframes the conversation and is an essential companion for women during menopause and beyond—not an end, but a beginning.
Meditations for Black Women: 75 Mindful Reflections to Help You Stay Grounded & Find Inner Peace (Self-Care for Black Women Series)
by Oludara AdeeyoAn inspiring and empowering collection of 75 mindful meditations curated for Black women everywhere to help prioritize self-love, find inner peace, and promote self-reflection.Meditations for Black Women is a collection of 75 mindful reflections tailored uniquely to the experiences of Black women. These reflections are designed to inspire, support, and ground Black women, helping them navigate their unique everyday challenges. Each meditation is accompanied by a powerful quote from an influential Black woman, adding an extra layer of inspiration and contemplation. The book is a testament to the power of self-reflection and meditation as wellness tools. It acknowledges the unique stressors and obstacles Black women face, such as micro- and macro-aggressions, the &“strong Black woman&” trope, and historical trauma. By offering tailored tools to address these unique needs, the book provides a much-needed mental health support for Black women. Meditations for Black Women is a journey to self-discovery, self-love, and self-care as well as a celebration of Black womanhood and a testament to the strength, resilience, and beauty of Black women.
Crybaby: The Artists Who Shaped Emo Rap
by Donna-Claire ChesmanA revelatory examination of Emo Rap, from its inception to its incendiary ascent into the mainstream, including the critical artists that defined its sound and ethos, from Kid Cudi to Lil Peep, Lil Uzi Vert, XXXTentacion, and Juice WRLD.When Kid Cudi dubbed himself the &“lonely stoner,&” the texture of contemporary hip-hop was forever changed. The young rapper droned over purple blips and skitters on &“Day &‘N&’ Nite,&” unaware that he was terraforming the foundation of rap. As the decades wore on, the song came to symbolize a changing of the guard, and the next generation of kids were about to get really sad on the mic. Crybaby: The Artists Who Shaped Emo Rap chronicles the rise and fall of a genre born from suburban malaise. From Atmosphere giving emo its name in the late &’90s, to Juice WRLD capturing every corner of rap&’s attention with his wailing high school angst, this was the definitive sound of bugged out youth. Emo rap is visceral. It&’s Lil Peep with the pink and black split dye, singing about bleeding out after getting dumped; Lil Uzi Vert making a suicidal club smash that soundtracks lavish Las Vegas day parties; XXXTentacion stirring controversy while topping the charts with &“Sad!&” Artists recorded into old computers and these records traveled through the digital portals of SoundCloud. They didn&’t need record deals; they just needed WiFi. Listeners and their favorite acts had a singular meeting ground: everyone was trapped in their bedrooms and hoping to feel something. A network of reposts, comments, and word-of-mouth allowed the genre to bubble up nationally. While the press didn&’t know what to make of Yung Lean and the Sad Boys&’ viral rise online, the fans understood on contact that this was their music. By the turn of the decade, the three most prominent emo rappers—Lil Peep, XXXTentacion, and Juice WRLD—had lost their lives to overdoses and gun violence. Stunted by tragedy, Emo shrunk down into an ornament to decorate pop-rap tunes. We&’re now a far cry from Juice&’s &“All Girls Are The Same&” rewriting the mainstream playbook as the next iteration of &“Day &‘N&’ Nite.&” But the numbers for the young artists we&’ve lost tell a story of resilience. For those who were there during the whirlwind of the 2010s, emo&’s imprint has not faded. Millions upon millions of fans worldwide turn to this music as twilight grips them and they stare off into their own emotional voids. It&’s whiny. It&’s base. And it speaks to the truth of the matter: every era will have its crybabies.
I Dream of Joni: A Portrait of Joni Mitchell in 53 Snapshots
by Henry AlfordThe eternal singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell is seen anew, portrayed through a witty and comprehensive exploration of anecdotes, quotes, and lyrics by Henry Alford, &“the most graceful of humorists&” (Vanity Fair) and a writer for The New Yorker.Joni Mitchell&’s life, psyche, and evolving legacy are explored here in vivid technicolor—from her childhood in Saskatoon, Canada, to her arrival in Laurel Canyon that turned her into, as Alford puts it, &“the bard of heartbreak and longing.&” Each period of Mitchell&’s life is observed via the artists, friends, family, and lovers she encountered along the way, including James Taylor, Leonard Cohen, Georgia O&’Keefe, Prince, and, most significantly, Kilauren, the daughter Mitchell gave up for adoption at birth but then reconnected with decades later. Presented in the impressionistic vein of Ninety-Nine Glimpses of Princess Margaret, I Dream of Joni explores in fifty-three essays, with the author&’s trademark wit and verve, the life of the legendary singer-songwriter.
Environmental Leadership in a VUCA Era: An Interdisciplinary Handbook
by Qing Miao Chibuike NduneseokwuAmidst the escalating Triple Planetary Crisis—climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution—traditional leadership approaches are no longer sufficient. Environmental Leadership in a VUCA Era presents a transformative vision for addressing these complex, interconnected global challenges. The book is structured to support both academic inquiry and practical application, featuring contributions from diverse disciplines, including environmental philosophy, environmental science, environmental management, environmental psychology, leadership, management, organizational psychology, public administration, and education. Drawing on rich philosophical traditions, it examines humanity’s relationship with the natural world and our moral responsibilities to protect ecosystems for future generations. Additionally, it highlights influential figures and organizations that have become beacons of hope and catalysts for change, demonstrating the power of collective action and sustained commitment. This comprehensive handbook provides insights into effective environmental leadership, governance strategies, and educational approaches, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead impactful environmental initiatives across public, private, and non-profit sectors. Designed for students, educators, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners, this book is an essential resource for fostering sustainability and developing the next generation of environmental leaders worldwide.
Beziehung zwischen den Emotionen der Eltern und ihrer Nachkommen: Ein maschinen-generierter Literaturüberblick
by Maheweesh Siddique Sanskruti Shinde Riya InamkeDieses Buch zeigt in drei Hauptthemenblöcken mit speziell zusammengestellten Forschungsartikeln auf, wie sich die Emotionen von Eltern oder engen Familienmitgliedern auf ihre Kinder auswirken. Da Eltern die wichtigste Rolle im Leben ihrer Kinder spielen, ist es von Vorteil, die Beziehung zwischen ihren Emotionen und deren Auswirkungen auf den Nachwuchs zu verstehen. Eltern können die Art und Weise, wie ihre Kinder ihre Emotionen regulieren, über drei Kanäle beeinflussen: das emotionale Klima im Elternhaus, emotionsbezogene Erziehungspraktiken und die kindliche Beobachtung der Emotionsregulation ihrer Eltern. Die elterlichen Emotionen haben also einen wesentlich größeren Einfluss auf die Entwicklung des Kindes als Erwachsener, als oft angenommen wird. Das Buch enthält einen systematischen Literaturüberblick auf der Grundlage maschinell generierter Inhalte. Fragen und zugehörige Schlüsselwörter wurden für die Maschine vorbereitet, die sie abgefragt, entdeckt, zusammengestellt und durch Clustering mit künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) strukturiert hat. Springer Nature hat in den letzten Jahren viel zu dem Thema in Zeitschriften veröffentlicht, so dass die Herausforderung für die Maschine darin bestand, die relevantesten Inhalte zu identifizieren und sie in einer strukturierten Weise zu präsentieren. Die automatisch generierten Literaturzusammenfassungen dienen Fachkräften aus den Bereichen Psychologie und Erziehung, aber auch Wissenschaftler:innen und Studierenden dazu, sich schnell einen Überblick über die aktuelle Entwicklung des Themas zu verschaffen. Sie sollen außerdem als Anregung und Impuls für aktuelle Forschungsfragen, für neue Strategien sowie für mögliche Lösungen in schwierigen Situationen nützlich sein.
Selbstverständnisse der Philosophiedidaktik zwischen Fachphilosophie und Interdisziplinarität: Festschrift für Bettina Bussmann (Philosophische Bildung in Schule und Hochschule)
by Markus Tiedemann Charlotte Werndl Ekkehard Martens Frank Brosow Volker Haase Philipp ThomasDieser Open Access-Band präsentiert die aktuellen Debatten über das Selbstverständnis der Philosophiedidaktik, ihre Beziehung zur Fachphilosophie und den Stellenwert bzw. das Wesen der Interdisziplinarität. Dies betrifft zum einen die Innenperspektive der Fachdidaktik selbst. Neben den klassischen Arbeitsfeldern auf der theoretisch-konzeptionellen, der methodisch-praktischen und der empirisch-kritischen Ebene entstehen immer neue Teilbereiche der Philosophiedidaktik. Gleichzeitig wachsen von Seiten der Fachphilosophie sowohl Wertschätzung als auch Erwartungshaltung bezüglich der Fachdidaktik. Die hieraus resultierenden Aushandlungsprozesse sind immer auch mit der Frage nach Interdisziplinarität und dem thematischen und methodischen Proprium der Philosophie bzw. der Philosophiedidaktik verbunden. War Philosophie schon immer inter- bzw. metadisziplinär? Sollte philosophische Bildung immer nach Interdisziplinarität streben, oder geraten methodische und thematische Spezifika auf diese Weise in Gefahr?
Introduction to Mathematical Methods in Population Theory (Springer Undergraduate Mathematics Series)
by Jacek BanasiakThis textbook provides an introduction to the mathematical methods used to analyse deterministic models in life sciences, including population dynamics, epidemiology and ecology. The book covers both discrete and continuous models. The presentation emphasises the solvability of the equations appearing in the mathematical modelling of natural phenomena and, in the absence of solutions, the analysis of their relevant properties. Of particular interest are methods that allow for determining the long-term behaviour of solutions. Thus, the book covers a range of techniques, from the classical Lyapunov theorems and positivity methods based on the Perron–Frobenius theorem, to the more modern monotone dynamical system approach. The book offers a comprehensive presentation of the Lyapunov theory, including the inverse Lyapunov theorems with applications to perturbed equations and Vidyasagar theorem. Furthermore, it provides a coherent presentation of the foundations of the theory of monotone dynamical systems with its applications to epidemiological models. Another feature of the book is the derivation of the McKendrick–von Foerster equation from the discrete Leslie model and the analysis of the long-term behaviour of its solutions. Designed for upper undergraduate courses and beyond, this textbook is written for students and researchers looking to master the mathematics of the tools commonly used to analyse life science models. It therefore goes somewhat deeper into mathematics than typical books at this level but should be accessible to anyone with a good command of calculus with elements of real and complex analysis and linear algebra; the necessary concepts are collected in the appendices.
Handbook of Computer Architecture
by Anupam ChattopadhyayThis handbook presents the key topics in the area of computer architecture covering from the basic to the most advanced topics, including software and hardware design methodologies. It will provide readers with the most comprehensive updated reference information covering applications in single core processors, multicore processors, application-specific processors, reconfigurable architectures, emerging computing architectures, processor design and programming flows, test and verification. This information benefits the readers as a full and quick technical reference with a high-level review of computer architecture technology, detailed technical descriptions and the latest practical applications.
Social Network Analysis and Mining Applications in Healthcare and Anomaly Detection (Lecture Notes in Social Networks)
by Mehmet Kaya Min-Yuh Day Sleiman Alhajj Kashfia SailunazThis book is an excellent source of knowledge for readers interested in the latest developments in social network analysis and mining, particularly with applications in healthcare and anomaly detection. It covers topics such as sensitivity to noise in features, enhancing fraud detection in financial systems, measuring the echo-chamber phenomenon, detecting comorbidity, and evaluating the effectiveness of mitigative and preventative actions on viral spread in small communities using agent-based stochastic simulations. Additionally, it discusses predicting behavior, measuring and identifying influence, analyzing the impact of COVID-19 on various social aspects, and using UNet for handling various skin conditions. This book helps readers develop their own perspectives on adapting social network concepts to various applications. It also demonstrates how to use various machine learning techniques for tackling challenges in social network analysis and mining.
Die wirtschaftliche Risikoverteilung bei Architektenverträgen unter besonderer Berücksichtigung der Kostendeckelung
by Marem-Lisa AthieBauvorhaben ziehen sich in der Regel über einen längeren Zeitraum und sind für den Bauherrn daher meist mit erheblichen wirtschaftlichen Risiken verbunden. Die Arbeit setzt sich damit auseinander, unter welchen Voraussetzungen zwischen Bauherrn und Architekten von der Vereinbarung einer Kostendeckelung ausgegangen werden kann. Weiterhin wird untersucht, welchen Inhalt und welche Rechtsnatur diese Vereinbarung hat und welche Konsequenzen sich daraus ergeben können.
Big Sky Bachelor (The Brands of Montana)
by Joanna SimsRight man, right time, right place…But for how long? When successful real estate broker to the rich and famous Danica Brand leaves her two-timing fiancé to regroup at the family ranch, the city girl doesn&’t count on a tall, handsome doctor sweeping her off her feet. Dr. Matteo Katz is the most eligible bachelor in Big Sky, Montana. And everything from his Miami good looks to his small-town hospitality temps Danica into his bed. Matteo&’s endgame has always been marriage and a family, but Danica is the only woman who makes him ready to commit. Can he convince her to trade her big-city lifestyle for a small-town dream and a chance to redefine her idea of &“home&”?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The Brands of MontanaBook 1: A Match Made in MontanaBook 2: High Country ChristmasBook 3: High Country BabyBook 4: Meet Me at the ChapelBook 5: Thankful for YouBook 6: A Wedding to RememberBook 7: A Bride for Liam BrandBook 8: High Country CowgirlBook 9: The Sergeant's Christmas MissionBook 10: Her Second ForeverBook 11: She Dreamed of a CowboyBook 12: The Marine's Christmas WishBook 13: Her Outback RancherBook 14: Big Sky CowboyBook 15: Big Sky ChristmasBook 16: Big Sky Bachelor
Room for Two More (Love in the Valley)
by Michele DunawayIt was a one-night standWith double the consequences! For Lexi Henderson, the town of Beaumont is her fresh start! The former pop star has a new name, new look and new job. Lexi is living life on her terms. Including indulging her romantic feelings with a gorgeous stranger. But life is funny sometimes. Like when her one-night hottie turns out to be her new boss. And she discovers she&’s pregnant with his twins. After a tragic loss, Liam Clayton closed his heart to love. The millionaire mountain climber just wants the freedom to roam. But Lexi piqued Liam&’s interest like no other. Now he&’s faced with fatherhood and a beguiling woman with secrets of her own. Liam&’s head says to be cautious, but his heart says to be open to love.From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Love in the ValleyBook 1: What Happens in the AirBook 2: All's Fair in Love and WineBook 3: Love's Secret IngredientBook 4: One Suite DealBook 5: Room for Two MoreBook 6: The Playboy Project
Keeping Her Secret (Seasons in Sudbury)
by Elizabeth BevarlyIt&’s the perfect hideout…Until he stirs up all kinds of trouble… Desperate for a safe haven from the cyberbullies targeting her, tech expert Emma Brown adopts an alias and a new job. It&’s the only way to avoid the $100,000 online bounty on her whereabouts. But her ideal bed-and-breakfast hideaway brings her face-to-face with social media pro Pax Lightfoot—the resident internet guru and one threat to her ruse. Because certainly Pax knows about the prize? Except every conversation…every kiss…heightens their connection. Pax values honesty—something Emma is scared to give. What happens when he discovers the woman he&’s falling in love with has been keeping secrets since day one?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Seasons in SudburyBook 1: Heir in a YearBook 2: Her Second-Chance FamilyBook 3: Keeping Her Secret
Faking It with a Fortune (The Fortunes of Texas: Secrets of Fortune's Gold Ranch)
by Michelle MajorA baby on her doorstepMight also reunite her with the man who got awayWhen a baby is left on Poppy Fortune's parents&’ doorstep, the newly minted foster mom is determined to lavish infant Joey with love—all on her own. She&’s stunned when her former flame Leonardo Leonetti leaps in to help her. Leo&’s consumed with running his family&’s vineyard…and now he&’s got something to prove to his ailing grandfather. Love? Family? Not for Leo. But that&’s before he falls hard for infant Joey—and again for Poppy. But will Leo&’s shuttered heart block this second chance at a forever future?From Harlequin Fortunes of Texas: Book 1: Faking It with a Fortune by Michelle MajorBook 2: A Fortune's Redemption by Stella BagwellBook 3: A Fortune with Benefits by Jennifer WilckBook 4: Conveniently a Fortune by Michele DunawayBook 5: To Catch a Fortune by Rochelle Alers