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Bachelor Brides Collection
Jenny Hambly - 2019
Rosalind – Despite her grand title, Lady Rosalind is destitute, desperate and plagued by nightmares. She is determined to hold the blue-blooded men, who contributed to her father's downfall, to account for their actions. Bored, restless and guilt-ridden over the death of his own father and with his accusations of him being a selfish whelp still ringing in his ears, Lord Atherton heads off a bow street runner who is pursuing Rosalind and in an altruistic act he engages her to be a companion to his mother. Unaware that he has become the target of enmity from a desperate gambler from whom he has won a large sum of money, they are thrown into a series of increasingly dangerous situations. Sophie – Sophie is an independent woman of means who has just emerged from her year of mourning. She has no interest in, or any need of, a husband. She is determined to remain independent and travel to the continent to further her studies of classical antiquity. Little does she know, however, that when she encounters the handsome, but devout bachelor, Sir Philip Bray, her life is about to change. Katherine – Miss Katherine Lockhart is a woman of sense and reason. She has managed her brother’s household in an efficient manner for years. When he marries she finds her position in his household increasingly untenable and is sent to Helagon, his property in Cornwall. She finds a derelict house, an untamed landscape, and a man with a wild past. Harry, Viscount Treleven has a zest for life and an irrepressible sense of humour. But when he returns home after five years in exile, eager to take up the threads of his old life, he finds they have been slowly unravelling in his absence. When Miss Lockhart stumbles into his orbit their lives become entangled in ways he had never imagined.
Jasmine Close - Episodes 1 - 5 (Jasmine Close Series One)
Linda Dunscombe - 2013
Each episode takes around 25 minutes to read and follows the lives and dramas of the residents moving into the newly built properties of Jasmine Close.JASMINE CLOSEby Linda DunscombeJasmine Close is a soap opera to enjoy on your Kindle or eReader. Follow the lives and dramas of the residents of a brand new housing estate in episodes that take around twenty-five minutes to read. Perfect for your lunch break, short commute, or just to curl up with on the sofa or read in bed.Meet some of the charactersVictoria works in the show-home and she likes to know what’s going on. She’s nosy, bossy, and caring, with a husband who keeps going AWOL and a teenage daughter she’s struggling to connect with.Jenny is suffering from post-traumatic stress and the move to the new house in the new city will, according to her husband, Miles, make everything better.Barry is the building site Foreman who is working to a schedule that keeps being interrupted by the half-naked ladies in apartment two who keep diverting his men away from their work.Steve severed his spine in a car accident and, fresh from the Spinal Injuries rehab unit, he’s trying to find his place in a world that is now much scarier in a wheelchair than it was when he could walk.Sonia has a perfect family and a secret life while Belle just wants to keep her children safe and Natasha and Ed are adjusting to life with a new baby who cries all the time.The American, Brett Anderson, is on a brief visit to see his sister, but he might have found a reason to make him stick around for a while longer.
The Duke's Marriage Arrangement
Jane Grey - 2016
Upon a trip to his family’s ancestral property in Cumberland, he meets Agnes Tolland, a lovely but modest young woman. Earthy and unaware of her beauty, she is certain she will live out her days without knowing the love or physical intimacy of a man. Her reluctance at his wooing ignites his interest, and what starts as a strict arrangement blossoms into a true romance.. But when a mysterious stranger walks into the portrait of their fragile relationship and attempts to blackmail the Duke with scandalous information, the Duke must make the decision to face the consequences or lose the sweet, captivating woman he is growing to love..
The Foundling Chronicles: A Christmas Gift for Hanna
Catharine Dobbs - 2019
In Hanna’s convalescence, he finds himself hopelessly attracted to the young maid. They are worlds apart yet Bertram has never felt closer to anyone else.In return, Hanna is terrified to succumb to her true feelings; afraid of scandal and the loss of her coveted position.To add to their plight, Bertram’s father is adamant on a marriage proposal of his own making.Will Societal norms dominate? Is there a future for these two? With Christmas soon upon them, his parents use lessons from their past to influence Bertram and Hanna’s lives forever.
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Catharine Dobbs' novellas are wholesome Victorian Romances.
Reckless Scotland: A Scottish Medieval Romance Bundle
Victoria Vane - 2019
You can also read it for FREE in Kindle Unlimited! Reckless lovers, passionate Highlanders, and men who dare to forge kingdoms come together in this fabulous collection of romantic tales. This set includes: Virtue by Victoria Vane - Abandoned as a young child, Alexander serves two masters…and a woman who doesn’t know her own heart. Together, they will forge the future of a kingdom. Valor by Victoria Vane - A king’s grandson robbed of his rightful inheritance…a knight’s daughter who longs for justice…and her salvation will require his sacrifice. Kilted at the Altar by Anna Markland - A rip-roaring comedic romance set in the Highlands of Scotland, part of the bestselling "Clash of the Tartans" series. My Reckless Love by Melissa Limoges - Between meddlesome relatives and a series of misunderstandings, Arabella and Calum must decide if they can entrust their hearts to one another before the enemy robs them of their newfound happiness. My Steadfast Love by Melissa Limoges - Treachery, murder, passion, and warring clans encompass this tale set in the highlands of Scotland. My Passionate Love by Melissa Limoges - Mairi and Aaron are forced together by circumstances. Will their kindled passion thaw with the coming spring? Or will it burn eternal? Get this collection before it's gone!
Sprung: Turned Out By Love
Shameka Jones - 2016
And with the great support of family, those dreams are possible to achieve. Quincy had always dreamt about playing in the NBA, but growing up in the ‘hood, dreams seemed far away. With hard work, and a good support system, he was able beat the odds and make it out. Just graduating from Georgetown, he was now entered into the draft.Being a star basketball player in college had its perks, but it also caused drama with his girlfriend Sydnee. Her drama causes him to second guess their relationship, when he sees his sister's best friend, Kayla. He had always had a crush on her but she had a man. She was actually engaged to get married, but he caught her looking at him a time or two. One gaze too many makes him believe that he has a chance with her.Now with his eyes on Kayla, he is determined to make her his. But her love for her fiancé` is making that a hard thing to accomplish. Quincy is aware of the challenge ahead of him, and he is willing to take his time. Will he be able to convince her to leave her fiancé` to be with him, or will she lead him on? How long is he really willing to wait on her? Will her indecisiveness cause him to lose interest, and push him into the arms of another women? The answers to those questions and more will be revealed in this series.
The Lost Lass of Sheffield
Rosie Swan - 2020
The world outside for an orphan teen on dark Victorian streets is not a kind one.Bradford Pikes has loved Amy since their first childhood games together, but now his sweetheart has disappeared and his love remains unspoken. He knows the dark London streets swallow innocent girls like Amy leaving them bereft of not only family but of hope.Will he find her in time? Save Amy from the forces arrayed against their love? Or will the Sheffield lass be lost forever?The Lost Lass of Sheffield is the debut Victorian romance by Rosie Swan. If you love historical Victorian sagas that celebrate the resilience of the human heart in the face of insurmountable challenges you will love the deep and moving tale of The Lost Lass of Sheffield.
When Henry Met Millie
D. Camille - 2016
When Henry Met Millie is a conscious romantic tale of a love that withstands the tests of time. You met this couple in first book of The Black Land Series - The Lion. Now here is their story as a tribute to the sweet, uncomplicated, beautiful black love that once was... Henry Patterson left Mississippi in 1967 to find his life, his wife and his freedom in Detroit. Henry is a handsome, six-foot three inch, gentleman on a mission until he is detoured by a pretty woman with a wicked smile. Millie Gaines is a Nursing student with her future all mapped out. The only distraction she allowed was baseball until a tall, aloof country boy steals her heart without effort. Their lives together span decades of love, tragedy, life and hope.
The Second Chance Bride (A Love to Last a Lifetime Book 1)
Indiana Wake - 2018
Can she ever hope to heal her wounds or is her life over? Read for FREE on Kindle Unlimited When young Grace Salter loses her husband on the Oregon Trail, she doesn’t think there’s anything worth living for. With nothing left she goes in search of a suitable profession. Josh Lacey is desperate. Having lost his wife he now struggles to control his distraught daughter. Once again he is looking for a housekeeper, once again he wonders if she will stay. The job is a life saver for Grace, but the real challenge is Janet, Josh’s eleven year old daughter. Janet is belligerent, difficult, and angry at the world and at Grace for the passing of her mother. Meanwhile, Grace and Josh’s strictly work relationship is developing into something more. Although both long to let their feelings be known, neither wish to disrupt their stable little worlds. When Grace finds she is expecting a new baby she is overjoyed to have something left of her late husband but terrified she will lose her job. The baby further complicates things but can love and faith overcome the deepest of divides? Find out in this sweet historical western romance with a guaranteed happy ending. Other Bestsellers from Indiana Wake The Jamestown Brides: Breaking the Chains of the Past Love’s Hardest Choice Love for the Warrior’s Heart Inspirational Western Brides: An Impossible Love The Broken-Hearted Bride The No-Good Cowboy and the Unwanted Baby Let Love In The Rancher’s Son – 2 book special edition Pioneer Brides of the Oregon Trail: Trinity’s Loss Carrie’s Trust Josie’s Dream Polly’s Choice Charlotte’s Wedding The Brides of Russets Reach: Strength from Within The Wrong Proposal A Leaf on the Breeze Love Will Find You This is just a few of the bestselling books by Indiana Wake scroll up now and grab this book to find out why.
Heaven Between Her Thighs: Stealing His Heart
Denora Boone - 2016
If he pursued her he had to be serious because she didn’t just give her “heaven” out to anyone. For so long she stayed away from bad boys until one bad boy in particular from her past came back into her life. Knowing what he was about, she didn’t even entertain the idea but it seemed as if God had a sense of humor. Would he be able to knock her off the path she had set up for herself or could she continue to stand strong?Smash and pass. That was the motto that Qyree Reeves lived by. To him that was law and, since he called himself a law abiding citizen, he would uphold it at all costs. It had never been an issue for him to get a woman, his only problem was getting rid of them when he was done. Once he had obtained their most prized possession, their body, it was on to the next. Qyree had always been a ladies' man. How could he not be when his father was the one and only Jaxon Reeves, CEO of one of the largest music companies in the country? That was until he reconnected with someone from his past. Had he finally met the one who would make him turn his life around or will she just fall in line like the rest of them?Vonetta Sims made many mistakes in her life and one huge one landed her in jail for almost ten years after she set up the rape of her best friend. Once she is let free, Von ends up with Cheynese as her parole officer. But just as she thinks Cheynese is there to help her God shows her it’s the other way around. Feeling like she has been given another chance at friendship, this time she will protect it at all costs. Come hell, high water, or someone her and Cheynese both have in common...Qyree. Betrayal, lies, deception, and affairs never end up good and everyone involved ends up hurt in one way or another. Qyree was always taught that his treasure lies in the heaven between a woman’s thighs but will he be able to hear the voice of God before he enters a hell that he can’t come back from?
The Widowed Bride
Stella Clark - 2019
Orphaned at 16 and widowed at 23, she longs to escape poverty, start a new life, and find true love. When she corresponds with mercantile owner, Jake, she feels drawn to him. But Jake only wants a marriage of convenience and a helper in his store. Believing she will come to accept a loveless marriage, Virginia travels to California. But her dreams of a peaceful life soon fade. Nothing will melt Jake's cold heart, and when Virginia finds herself falling in love with Jake, she realizes she must leave California, and all that she's ever wanted, behind.
Seven Day Hero: On Her Majesty's Service - An Alternative Mark Cole Thriller
J.T. Brannan - 2015
When the treaty is signed anyway, the new Euro Russian Alliance teeters on the brink of nuclear war with China - and it is not long before other nations are drawn into a situation that is spinning frighteningly out of control. Mark Cole is a deniable operative for the British government, loyal to the last. But when his own organization turns against him, he finds himself in a desperate race against time to not only save his family, but to find out who was really behind the attack in Sweden, and stop the world from descending into nuclear Armageddon. Please note that SEVEN DAY HERO is an 'alternate universe' Mark Cole thriller that shares material with STOP AT NOTHING, and sits outside the normal series.
Behind the Tupelo Tree: Secrets of the South Vols. I and II
Corinda Pitts Marsh - 2014
These women must brave turbulent times and decide right and wrong in a hostile world too often based on color and gender. They form an alliance that lasts for generations. Pivotal in the lives of these women, big Earl loves them both and protects them, risking his own life. Coming to them from the block in New Orleans with heavy iron chains on his ankles, Earl changes their lives forever. Later he does the same for a third woman from another world. His legacy carries him into the next century as his son stands behind the Tupelo tree watching helplessly as an innocent man is lynched. The intertwining of these lives tells the story Behind the Tupelo Tree.
Patron on Ice: The First Couple of the Trap
David Weaver - 2017
She's highly skilled in the art of finessing the shelves of whatever store she decides to walk in. She's able to easily snatch several six figure items right under the nose of the salesperson without them even noticing. All is good, except she wants to upgrade her hustle so she could get more money. Reecy Pooh is Ice's best friend, and Rhondo's girlfriend. She's been doing licks with Ice for years, and they have it mastered as a tandem. Money isn't the issue however, as she's finding out that her greatest difficulties reside with her thinking that another man, a savage robber, could provide to her what her dope dealing boyfriend, Rhondo, failed to. Patrick, aka Patron is a hardworking man with a landscaping company-- He's also Ice's most loyal customer, buying items from her that he doesn't even need just because of the crush he has on her. Situations arise that put his loyalty to the test, and he's forced to make some difficult decisions. Jose, Patron's best friend and an illegal immigrant from Mexico, has helped him start his landscaping company from scratch-- risking deportation everyday, he fights daily to provide a better life for his family back in Mexico. He's doing well until both of their worlds come crumbling down. A classic street lit novel with betrayal and surprises popping up from around every corner. Cleverly written and laced with the slow-burning aggression of a passionate ride or die love story. Stacks on deck, Patron on Ice.