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New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly writes novels of brilliantly original suspense. In this electrifying tour de force, he takes us into a world of extremes: too much criminality, too much money, and too many ways to die. In L.A. Cassie Black is another beautiful woman in a Porsche: except Cassie just did six years in prison and still has "outlaw juice" flowing in her veins. Now Cassie is returning to her old profession, taking down a money man in Vegas. But the perfect heist goes very wrong, and suddenly Cassie is on the run--with a near-psychotic Vegas "fixer" killing everyone who knew about the job. Between Cassie and the man hunting her are a few last secrets: like who really set up the job, why Cassie had to take the change, and how, in the end, it might all be a matter of the moon... |
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Contains an exclusive preview of Micro by Michael Crichton and Richard Preston. Is a loved one missing some body parts? Are blondes becoming extinct? Is everyone at your dinner table of the same species? Humans and chimpanzees differ in only 400 genes; is that why a chimp fetus resembles a human being? And should that worry us? There's a new genetic cure for drug addiction—is it worse than the disease? We live in a time of momentous scientific leaps, a time when it's possible to sell our eggs and sperm online for thousands of dollars and to test our spouses for genetic maladies. We live in a time when one fifth of all our genes are owned by someone else, and an unsuspecting person and his family can be pursued cross-country because they happen to have certain valuable genes within their chromosomes . . . Devilishly clever, Next blends fact and fiction into a breathless tale of a new world where nothing is what it seems and a set of new possibilities can open at every turn. Next challenges our sense of reality and notions of morality. Balancing the comic and the bizarre with the genuinely frightening and disturbing, Next shatters our assumptions and reveals shocking new choices where we least expect. The future is closer than you think. |
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A tenacious forensic anthropologist needs protection from an elite FBI HRT operator as they search for a ruthless killer in this Romantic Thriller by New York Times  bestselling author Toni Anderson.   When forensic anthropologist Zoe Miller stumbles across a murder victim in the blisteringly hostile Sonoran Desert, she triggers a chain of events that puts her in the crosshairs of a ruthless killer.  A heart-pounding Romantic Thriller from New York Times bestselling author Toni Anderson. She searches for the dead. He’s sworn to protect the living. Together, they uncover a secret someone will kill to keep buried… When forensic anthropologist Zoe Miller discovers human remains deep in the unforgiving Sonoran Desert, she sets off a deadly chain reaction. Suddenly hunted by ruthless killers, Zoe finds herself in the protective custody of FBI Hostage Rescue Team operator Seth Hopper—a brooding, ex-Navy SEAL with a strict no-attachment policy. But danger forces them on a desperate cross-country road trip, where sizzling tension and buried secrets threaten to ignite more than just bullets. Zoe is determined to find justice. Seth is determined to keep her alive. Neither is ready for the wildfire that sparks between them. And the deeper they dig, the more terrifying the truth becomes… Reader Tropes: • Band of Brothers • Woman in Peril • Protector / Bodyguard • Law Enforcement Hero / FBI • STEM Heroine • Road Trip Romance • Only One Bed • Enemies to Lovers Vibes • Forbidden Attraction • Afraid to Commit Don’t miss this unputdownable story of danger, desire, and survival! WHAT READERS SAY... "Wow, this book was soooo good, I devoured it in one night!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Every book of Toni’s holds you hostage until the end. Cold Deceit might be her best yet.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Action, heat, and heart. A five-star thrill ride!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Cold Deceit packs a wallop—suspenseful, sexy, and emotionally gripping.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This one’s going straight to my favorites list.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “So good, I just didn’t want it to end.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fell in love with these characters... action-packed and emotional!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Romantic suspense doesn’t get any better than this.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Toni’s books are gripping Romantic Thrillers packed with suspense, sizzling chemistry, and unforgettable heroes. Each book is a standalone with a powerful HEA, set in an addictive, interconnected world. Winner of the Romantic Suspense category of the New England Readers’ Choice Awards and a finalist in the Romantic Suspense category in the NERFA. For fans of Melinda Leigh, Kendra Elliot, Janie Crouch, Anna Hackett and Brittney Sahin. |
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It’s time to go home… Sixteen years after being kicked off the family ranch, widower Blake Lohmen is called home. There’s been an accident and his family needs his help. The timing’s not ideal. A children’s book author, he’s on a tight book deadline and responsible for the care of his wife’s much younger brother. But maybe this is his chance for Blake to make the amends he’d promised. Following a divorce, traveling nurse and single mom Malorie Harper is not in the market for a man. She and her twins desperately need a change of scenery so she eagerly accepts a summer job offer at a Colorado ranch. The cute small town and gorgeous pastoral scenery framed by mountains feel like a balm to her soul. But on her first day, she walks into a family brawl where her patient nearly falls out of bed while aiming a right hook at her twins’ favorite author. The uncertain beginning suggests a new chapter for all of them, but can Blake overcome the past, and will this steadfast cowboy help Malorie rediscover love? |
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100 satisfying salads to get you to mealtime in no time.   Salads are a great, quick, healthy go-to meal—but the same lettuce and dressing options can feel repetitive fast. Toss in some variety with the Simple Salad Cookbook ’s quick, creative, and nourishing recipes. With a few ready-made staples and basic techniques, you can create delicious, fresh salad masterpieces in less than ten minutes—perfect for your busy life.   Handy lists of pantry and equipment staples and a seasonal eating chart make it a snap to set up your kitchen for salad success. 100 recipes require minimal prep and use easy-to-find ingredients with a focus on healthy foods, including both animal and plant-based proteins. Whether you are serving salad as a side dish or the main event, this salad cookbook will bring nourishment—and major flavor—to your table.   Simple Salad Cookbook features:   Keep it simple (or not!) —Make salads fast with prepackaged fresh veggies and other store-bought ingredients—or do it yourself with mini bonus recipes that let you start from scratch. 100 Fresh recipes —This salad cookbook lets you pick from a huge variety of leafy salads, veggie salads and slaws, grain and bean salads, pasta salads, tofu salads, and seafood and meat salads. Flexible and customizable —Helpful labels highlight dietary preferences, and many recipes include easy substitutions for ingredients you might not have on hand.   Recipes include Green Apple Broccoli Slaw, Spicy Edamame Chicken Salad, Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts Salad, Everything Bagel Tuna Cobb Salad, Crispy Chickpea Caesar Salad, Hawaiian Luau Pork Salad, and much more! |
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A hostage rescue specialist is on the trail of a homegrown terrorist organization in this thriller by the New York Times bestselling author. When a cult-like paramilitary group decides to make its deadly presence known, the first victims are random. Ordinary citizens going about their lives in Washington, D.C., are suddenly fired upon at rush hour by unseen assassins. Caught in the crossfire of one of the attacks, rescue specialist Jonathan Grave spies a gunman getting away—with a mother and her young son as hostages.   To free them, Grave and his Security Solutions team must enter the dark heart of a nationwide conspiracy. But their search goes beyond the frenzied schemes of a madman's deadly ambitions. This time, it reaches all the way to the highest levels of power… |
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An “emotion-packed” New York Times –bestselling saga by the author of Cashelmara , set on a Welsh family estate in the early twentieth century ( San Francisco Chronicle ). Tucked in the hills of South Wales is Oxmoon, the ancestral estate of the Godwin family. In the summers before 1914, music streams through the family home as the Godwins, at the height of their prosperity, dance in the ballroom with their guests. But despite the remarkable talents of heir-apparent Robert Godwin, the fates have a rough, tough ride planned for him and those he loves. Fortunes shift during two world wars, disastrous love affairs leave the family battered, and finally jealousy threatens to destroy Oxmoon and all it symbolizes. Based on a true story that has been updated to modern times, The Wheel of Fortune is a timeless tale of love, hatred, revenge, redemption, and forgiveness.  This ebook features an illustrated biography of Susan Howatch including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author’s personal collection. |
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Call the Midwife meets All Creatures Great and Small in this first of a heart-warming series about a country nurse and midwife. ‘Authentic... the mixture of nursing and farming life is both warming and true. I liked this a lot.’ Rosie Clarke July, 1936 After an unexpected heartbreak and a nasty accident on a busy Liverpool street, Lara Flynn is desperate to start afresh and leave painful memories behind her. She takes on a new job as a district nurse and midwife at a country practice, in the remote Lancashire village of Ingleside. But instead of the friendly rural idyll she pictures, Lara finds she must cycle vast distances to visit locals who harbour an innate suspicion of a newcomer from the city – as well as dealing with unpredictable livestock, an erratic senior doctor and often challenging medical cases. She also rubs up against handsome local vet, Leo, when she helps to deliver a calf! With time, Lara learns that healing is a two-way street: just as she helps her patients recover from illness and injury, her new life in Ingleside starts to heal her own wounds. But will this tight-knit farming community ever truly take this city girl to its heart? An absorbing story of compassion, resilience and the power of community, perfect for fans of Donna Douglas and Jean Fullerton. Praise for Kate Eastham: 'A warm and satisfying story' My Weekly 'A heartwarming and tear-inducing tale with wonderfully realistic characters' Woman 'Very well created characters that you identify with and want to do well.' 5-star Reader Review 'Well written and absorbing...couldn't put it down!' 5-star Reader Review 'Great story with many twists and turns. Love all the characters' 5-star Reader Review |
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With commentary by the greatest physicist of our time, Stephen Hawking, this anthology has garnered impressive reviews. PW has called it "a gem of a collection" while New Scientist magazine notes the "thrill of reading Einstein's own words." From the writings that revealed the famous Theory of Relativity, to other papers that shook the scientific world of the 20th century, A Stubbornly Persistent Illusion belongs in every science fan's library. |
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Summer along Canada’s Sunshine Coast is murderously hot in this moody mystery thriller—the basis for the Fox TV and Hulu  series  Murder in a Small Town . RCMP Sergeant Karl Alberg is attempting to escape the heat with his girlfriend Cassandra when they discover a body on the beach, fresh from a fatal plunge into the icy, all-too-appealing waves. As Alberg knows from his days as a big-city cop, heat can make people do strange things—such as the recent act of vandalism at a local petting zoo. But was there something more to this untimely death? Meanwhile, Alberg’s personal life also threatens to boil over. Not only is his daughter visiting, but his ex-wife is getting married again. Weaving these provocative strands through a Pacific Northwest heatwave, acclaimed author L.R. Wright once again delivers an atmospheric mystery with “a most appealing protagonist—akin to P. D. James's Dalgleish and Ruth Rendell's Wexford, but with a quintessentially Canadian voice” ( Publishers Weekly ). |
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“Moriarty’s first novel, written with wisdom, humor, and sincerity, is an honest look at sisters who have a bond stronger than anything life throws their way.” — Booklist The funny, heartwarming, and completely charming first novel from Liane Moriarty, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Nine Perfect Strangers and Big Little Lies.     Lyn, Cat, and Gemma Kettle, beautiful thirty-three-year-old triplets, seem to attract attention everywhere they go. Together, laughter, drama, and mayhem follow them, but apart, each is dealing with her own share of ups and downs.   Lyn has organized her life into one big checklist, Cat has just learned a startling secret about her marriage, and Gemma, who bolts every time a relationship hits the six-month mark, holds out hope for lasting love.  In this wise, witty, and hilarious novel, we follow the Kettle sisters through their tumultuous thirty-third year as they deal with sibling rivalry and secrets, revelations and relationships, unfaithful husbands and unthinkable decisions, and the fabulous, frustrating life of forever being part of a trio.  |
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Escape to the Lakes with million-copy bestseller Jessica Redland for a BRAND NEW uplifting story of family, friendship and love ☀️ Melanie knows she’s been running away... But maybe there really is no place like home 🌈 For the last seven years Mel has been hiding; from life, from her friends and from those who love her the most - her family. But being at home in her beloved Lake District has been far too painful for Mel to contemplate. Because seven years ago, Mel lost everything and she’s never been able to banish the dark clouds that follow her. When Mel returns to Willowdale for a family event, she has no intention of staying. But surrounded by her family she begins to realise just how much she's been missing and also, how much healing she still needs to do. Starting a dream job at Willowdale Hall, going on walks with Emma and her funny alpacas and reconnecting with those she loves, Mel slowly begins to see chinks of light and a more hopeful and happier future ahead. And as Mel begins to feel stronger, she also feels brave enough to face the most painful part of leaving home…the one man she has always loved. With his help, can she finally banish the dark clouds forever and see the sunshine after the rain? 🌧️☀️ Praise for Jessica Redland: 'Jessica Redland writes from the heart, with heart, about heart' Nicola May 'A heartwarming story of true friendship, love and romance set in the gorgeous backdrop of the Lakes. A cosy hug of a read that left me feeling warm inside.’ Julie Caplin on The Start of Something Wonderful ’I enjoyed a wonderful escape to the Lake District in this tale of loss, love and rediscovery.’ Gillian Harvey on The Start of Something Wonderful 'A heartwarming story set in a beautiful location... Love, friendship and the power of letting go are all covered in this gorgeous, beautifully written story.' Katie Ginger on The Start of Something Wonderful 'I loved my trip to Hedgehog Hollow. An emotional read, full of twists and turns' Heidi Swain 'The Hedgehog Hollow series is a tonic I'd recommend for everyone. There is so much to make you smile in Jessica's stories and they are always uplifting reads, which will make you really glad you decided to pick up a copy.' Jo Bartlett ‘An emotional, romantic and ultimately uplifting read. Jessica always touches my heart with her sensitive handling of difficult subjects. The gorgeous community she has built around Hedgehog Hollow is one I hope to visit again and again.’ Sarah Bennett 'A beautifully written series that offers the ultimate in heartwarming escapism.' Samantha Tonge on the Hedgehog Hollow series 'Hedgehog Hollow is a wonderful series that has found a special place of its own deep in the hearts of readers, including mine.' Jennifer Bohnet 'A warm hug of a book. I never wanted to leave Hedgehog Hollow.' Della Galton 'A heart-warming ride that navigates broken hearts and painful secrets, but ultimately restores your faith in the power of love. I adored it.' Jenni Keer 'I fell in love with this story from page one.' Helen Rolfe 'A tender love story, full of sweet touches and beautiful characters.' Beth Moran 'A warm-hearted and beautiful book. Jessica Redland doesn’t shy away from the fact that life can be difficult, but she reminds us that we all can find love, hope and joy again.' Sian O'Gorman |
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In this “amazing WWII survival-and-rescue story,” U.S. Army medical personnel fight to survive after their plane crashes in Nazi-occupied Albania ( Booklist ). A Wall Street Journal Bestseller When twenty-six Army nurses and medics—part of the 807th Medical Air Evacuation Transport Squadron—boarded a cargo plane for transport in November 1943, they never anticipated the crash landing in Nazi-occupied Albania that would lead to a months-long struggle for survival. In a drama that captured the attention of the American public, the group and its flight crew dodged bullets and battled blinding winter storms as they climbed mountains and fought to stay alive, aided by courageous villagers who risked death at Nazi hands to help them. A mesmerizing tale of the heroism of ordinary people, The Secret Rescue tells a story of endurance kept secret for decades, and of the daring rescue attempts by clandestine American and British organizations amid the tumultuous landscape of the war. “Combines all of the elements that draw us to WWII stories: the daring of The Guns of Navarone, the suspense of The Great Escape, and the bravery reminiscent of Ill Met by Moonlight. It's the inclusion of so many women, though, that makes this story unique.” — The Daily Beast “Survivalists and history buffs will relish the daily escapades” of U.S. army nurses and medics who struggled of this heroic American contingent” — Publishers Weekly “A thrilling wartime story.” — History News Network |
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“A cleverly-constructed village mystery, filled with hidden treats for Jane Austen fans and mystery lovers alike.” —John Clement, author of the Dixie Hemingway series Emily Cavanaugh travels to the sleepy coastal village of Stony Beach, Oregon, to claim her inheritance, centered in a beautiful Victorian estate called Windy Corner. As she gets to know the town’s eccentric inhabitants—including her own once-and-possibly-future love, Sheriff Luke Richards—she learns of a plan to develop Stony Beach into a major resort. She also hears hints that her aunt may have been murdered. Soon another suspicious death confirms this, and before long Emily herself experiences a near-fatal accident. Meanwhile, Emily reads Persuasion , hoping to find belated happiness with her first love as Anne Elliot did with Captain Wentworth. She notices a similarity between her not-quite-cousin Brock Runcible, heir to a smaller portion of her aunt’s property, and Mr. Elliot in Persuasion , and her suspicions of Brock crystallize. But as she and Luke continue to investigate, Emily realizes that underneath the innocent-looking rocks of Stony Beach lurk festering jealousies that would have shocked even the worst of Jane Austen’s charming reprobates. “An intelligent traditional mystery that stars an endearing woman of a certain age who draws on her knowledge of literature to solve crimes.” — Library Journal “ Arsenic with Austen —what’s not to love in crime solved by a classic?” —Cara Black, New York Times –bestselling author of the Aimée Leduc series “Murders are solved handily, and first love is reignited in this contemporary cozy with a literary bent . . . An engaging start to a series by debut-novelist Hyde.” — Booklist |
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Instant New York Times  Bestseller! “Bill Clinton reveals key White House details in murderous new political thriller… It's a twisty thriller with plenty of inside jobs, political sabotage and many, many deaths.” – USA Today America has a powerful new president... And her husband's on trial for murder. Clinton and Patterson are back. And they’re better than ever.  The President of the United States is up for reelection.  Her husband is on trial for murder.    Is the First Gentleman a killer?  A pair of brilliant investigative journalists set out to answer that burning question about the NFL star-turned-political spouse.  The First Gentleman  has all the twists and turns, and the authenticity, one expects from the #1 bestselling authors of  The President Is Missing  and  The President’s Daughter . |
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Cade Scott embodies every rule I've never dared to break... Which is comical coming from someone whose ex-husband broke all the rules. But not me. Nope, I stayed in my lane, raising our daughter and supporting him while he chased his dreams–and every woman in a fifty-mile radius. Now I'm a divorced, single mom pushing forty… and starting over completely. Good times! Obviously I've sworn off men completely, so of course this would be the time that a man as delicious as Cade Scott should happen to walk into my life. He's half my age and I can't even believe I'm about to do this… But when the sexiest rock star you've ever laid eyes on promises the kind of passion you've only ever read about, the only appropriate answer is yes. And Cade has me screaming it. |
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of It Starts with Us , It Ends with Us, and All Your Perfects comes the beginning of Sky and Dean’s passionate love story—where well-kept secrets threaten to opens wounds of a dark past. Would you rather know a truth that makes you feel hopeless, or keep believing the lies? Beloved and bestselling author Colleen Hoover returns with the spellbinding story of two young people with devastating pasts who embark on a passionate, intriguing journey to discover the lessons of life, love, trust—and above all, the healing power that only truth can bring. Sky, a senior in high school, meets Dean Holder, a guy with a promiscuous reputation that rivals her own. From their very first encounter, he terrifies and captivates her. Something about him sparks memories of her deeply troubled past, a time she’s tried so hard to bury. Though Sky is determined to stay far away from him, his unwavering pursuit and enigmatic smile break down her defenses and the intensity of the bond between them grows. But the mysterious Holder has been keeping secrets of his own, and once they are revealed, Sky is changed forever and her ability to trust may be a casualty of the truth. Only by courageously facing the stark revelations can Sky and Holder hope to heal their emotional scars and find a way to live and love without boundaries. Hopeless is a novel that will leave you breathless, entranced, and remembering your own first love. |
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A proper vicar’s daughter finds pleasure with a scandalous ladies’ man in this irresistible Regency romance of wit, wiles, and seductive secrets. “Long's sharp leads keep this witty tale of love, passion, family and betrayal moving nicely.” — Publishers Weekly Sabrina Fairleigh arrives at an exclusive country soiree with marriage in mind. How shocking—and intriguing—to discover her host is an infamous ladies' man known for his indecent (and, ah, inspiring) poetry! They call him The Libertine, and his poetry is just as scandalous—and irresistible—as he is. But after one duel too many forces Rhys Gillray, Earl of Rawden, from lively London to his country estate, he's in desperate need of a cure for boredom. The proper but beautiful vicar's daughter seems like the perfect test of his sensual skills. With wit and wiliness, Rhys strips away Sabrina's defenses. But as he teaches her pleasure, the emotional stakes of their sensual duel go beyond anything Rhys has ever known. For deep in his past lies the missing clue to the crime that destroyed Sabrina's family. And all The Libertine's seductive secrets may not be enough to save their future and their hearts. |
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“[A] fascinating window on Afghan life under the Taliban . . . a celebration of women . . . who support . . . loved ones with tenacity, inventiveness and sheer guts.” — People The life Kamila Sidiqi had known changed overnight when the Taliban seized control of the city of Kabul. After receiving a teaching degree during the civil war—a rare achievement for any Afghan woman—Kamila was subsequently banned from school and confined to her home. When her father and brother were forced to flee the city, Kamila became the sole breadwinner for her five siblings. Armed only with grit and determination, she picked up a needle and thread and created a thriving business of her own. The Dressmaker of Khair Khana  tells the incredible true story of this unlikely entrepreneur who mobilized her community under the Taliban. Former ABC Newsreporter Gayle Tzemach Lemmon spent years on the ground reporting Kamila's story, and the result is an unusually intimate look at the daily lives of women in Afghanistan. These women are not victims; they are the glue that holds families together; they are the backbone and the heart of their nation. “Remarkable.” — New Yorker “An exciting, engrossing [story] that reads like a novel.” — Publishers Weekly “Pure inspiration. . . reveals in acute detail the anxiety of ordinary people trying to fold their lives around the whims and laws of abusive regimes.” — Los Angeles Times “Guaranteed to move you—and to show you a side of Afghanistan few ever see.” —Angelina Jolie “ The Dressmaker of Khair Khana  verges on required reading.” — Christian Science Monitor “Proves once again the power of girls to remake our world.” —Greg Mortenson, author of Three Cups of Tea |
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A Midsummer Night’s masquerade at her family’s country home presents the Honorable Nancy Lovelace with the perfect opportunity for revenge against the man who ruined her first London season—a man she’s known since childhood, a man she’d once thought she loved. Simon Crayding’s newly inherited properties are in disarray, and, thanks to his bad behavior, he’s no longer known to society as Captain Crayding but as the Swilling Duke. When an old school chum invites him for a Midsummer Night’s party, he jumps at the chance to lick his wounds among friends… as well as apologize to his friend’s sister, Nancy, because apparently, he’s done something to hurt her, he just doesn’t remember what. It soon becomes clear that Nancy will not easily forgive. Never one to resist a challenge—or a beautiful woman—Simon vows to find out why. As the night unfolds and passions rise, will Simon be well and truly punished, or will Nancy be caught in her own game? |
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Instant #1 New York Times  bestseller and a Good Morning America Book Club Pick! This witty, slow-burn rom-com is the "ideal beach read." -- Elle Justin has a curse, and thanks to a Reddit thread, it's now all over the internet. Every woman he dates goes on to find their soul mate the second they break up. When a woman slides into his DMs with the same problem, they come up with a plan: They'll date each other and break up. Their curses will cancel each other’s out, and they’ll both go on to find the love of their lives. It’s a bonkers idea… and it just might work.  Emma hadn't planned that her next assignment as a traveling nurse would be in Minnesota, but she and her best friend agree that dating Justin is too good of an opportunity to pass up, especially when they get to rent an adorable cottage on a private island on Lake Minnetonka. It's supposed to be a quick fling, just for the summer. But when Emma's toxic mother shows up and Justin has to assume guardianship of his three siblings, they're suddenly navigating a lot more than they expected--including catching real feelings for each other. What if this time Fate has actually brought the perfect pair together? |
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One wild night turns into two pink lines. Sleeping with the best man at my cousin’s wedding felt right at the time—he was a hot, available firefighter, and I was the tipsy maid of honor. It’s a rite of passage. No regrets… until two pink lines flipped my world upside down.  Now I’m wildly unprepared and trying to hide my pregnancy in my small Alaskan town where privacy is a myth and gossip spreads faster than frostbite. But wait, it gets worse. Baby Daddy just came back to town—with a fiancée in tow. And guess who she wants to plan their wedding? Me. Keeping the secret was hard enough. Keeping my distance from the father of my baby? Impossible. Just when I think I have it all figured out, he reveals his own secret that changes everything.  Authors Note: There is no cheating in this book. Gasp! We would never. |
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Slater Life is good. Our business is growing. We're successfully building our fight club empire and everything's going to plan. Until one of the crime bosses asks me for a favour. Will I watch his daughter while he's out of town? I know I should say no. I don't do favours – for anyone. But in a moment of weakness, I agree. How hard can it be? I'm a champion fighter, after all, respected by all the crews, there's no one who can take me on and win. But I don't reckon on Daleylah Martinez, the twenty-two-year-old daughter of the Spanish boss... Dale I've been waiting for this moment: Papa out of town- I can finally escape the house and enjoy myself. Then he turns up, Slater; one of my father's gangster friends moves into our house to keep an eye on me. That's the last thing I need. Well, he can forget it if he thinks I'm doing what he tells me. And there's no way he's stopping me going out with my friends. No way.     |
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The Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller! What is wrong meets what feels right in this romance set in Italy by the New York Times bestselling author of Deep End. Maya Killgore is twenty-three and still in the process of figuring out her life. Conor Harkness is thirty-eight, and Maya cannot stop thinking about him. It’s such a cliché, it almost makes her heart implode: older man and younger woman; successful biotech guy and struggling grad student; brother’s best friend and the girl he never even knew existed. As Conor loves to remind her, the power dynamic is too imbalanced. Any relationship between them would be problematic in too many ways to count, and Maya should just get over him. After all, he has made it clear that he wants her gone from his life. But not everything is as it seems—and clichés sometimes become plot twists. When Maya’s brother decides to get married in Taormina, she and Conor end up stuck together in a romantic Sicilian villa for over a week. There, on the beautiful Ionian coast, between ancient ruins, delicious foods, and natural caves, Maya realizes that Conor might be hiding something from her. And as the destination wedding begins to erupt out of control, she decides that a summer fling might be just what she needs—even if it’s a problematic one. |
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#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER A radiant, new escape to the lake from #1 New York Times bestselling author Carley Fortune I never anticipated Charlie Florek. Good things happen at the lake. That’s what Alice’s grandmother says, and it’s true. Alice spent just one summer there at a cottage with Nan when she was seventeen—it’s where she took that photo, the one of three grinning teenagers in a yellow speedboat, the image that changed her life. Now Alice lives behind a lens. As a photographer, she’s most comfortable on the sidelines, letting other people shine. Lately though, she’s been itching for something more, and when Nan falls and breaks her hip, Alice comes up with a plan for them both: another summer in that magical place, Barry’s Bay. But as soon as they settle in, their peace is disrupted by the roar of a familiar yellow boat, and the man driving it. Charlie Florek was nineteen when Alice took his photo from afar. Now he’s all grown up—a shameless flirt, who manages to make Nan laugh and Alice long to be seventeen again, when life was simpler, when taking pictures was just for fun. Sun-slanted days and warm nights out on the lake with Charlie are a balm for Alice’s soul, but when she looks up and sees his piercing green gaze directly on her, she begins to worry for her heart. Because Alice sees people—that’s why she is so good at what she does—but she’s never met someone who looks and sees her right back. |
