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Christmas in Alaska: Two heartwarming holiday tales


Debbie Macomber - 2021
    So her aunts send her to Gold River, Alaska, on what she thinks is a vacation. But her aunts have something different in mind, and Caroline finds herself married to rugged Paul Trevor. It's obviously a misunderstanding, but can Paul make her see that it might also be a wish come true? The Snow Bride Usually practical, Jenna Campbell impulsively heads to Alaska to marry a man she met on the internet. But on the flight to Fairbanks, she meets Reid Jamison, who’s determined to show her she's making a mistake. Reid changes Jenna’s destination, and so she finds herself at his cabin in tiny Snowbound. That leaves her stuck with Reid, a bunch of eccentric old men and a few grizzly bears. But as she gets to know Reid, she realizes she might become a Christmas bride after all.  A fast, frothy fantasy for those looking to add some romance to their holidays. —Publishers Weekly

Beyond This Broken Sky


Siobhan Curham - 2021
    With each survivor she pulls from the rubble, she is helping to fight back against the enemy bombers, who leave nothing but destruction in their wake.Assigned to her crew is Joseph, who is unable to fight but will stop at nothing to save innocent lives. Because he is not in uniform, people treat him with suspicion and Ruby becomes determined to protect this brave, compassionate man who has rescued so many, and captured her heart. Even if it means making an unthinkable choice between saving her own life and risking everything for his…2019: Recently divorced Edi feels lost and alone when she moves to London to start a new life. Until she makes a discovery, hidden beneath a loose floorboard in her attic, that reveals a secret about the people who lived there in the 1940s. As she gradually uncovers a wartime love story full of danger and betrayal, Edi becomes inspired by the heroism of one incredible woman and the legacy that can be left behind by a single act of courage…A sweeping tale of bravery and self-sacrifice that shows that even in the midst of war, hope and love can bloom. Perfect for fans of The Alice Network, The Secret Messenger and The Lost Girls of Paris.

A Glimpse of Stocking


Elizabeth Gage - 1988
    Christine is New York's highest-paid call girl. Without knowing it, the two astonishingly beautiful young women are sisters--locked in a twisted web of deceit and ambition shaped by their cruel mother! "One of the summer's steamiest books."--USA Today. HC: Simon & Schuster.

The School for Good and Evil 2-Book Box Set


Soman Chainani - 2015
    Sophie, with her glass slippers and pink dresses, thinks she'll earn top marks at the School for Good. Meanwhile, Agatha, with her shapeless black frocks and wicked black cat, seems a natural fit for the School for Evil.But when the two girls are swept into the Endless Woods, they find their fortunes are reversed…. The aftermath leads to unexpected paths, new alliances, and an exhilarating quest to find their true Ever After.Soman Chainani has created a spectacular world that Rick Riordan, author of the bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, says "reimagines the world of fairy tales and will make you question who is good and who is evil," and that Newbery Medal-winning author Ann M. Martin calls "a fairy tale like no other, complete with romance, magic, humor, and a riddle that will keep you turning pages until the end."

The Lady On My Left


Catherine Cookson - 1965
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Is that a Moose in Your Pocket?


Kim Green - 2003
    So it’s goodbye to San Francisco and her sexy ex-boyfriend—and howdy to roughing it in the wilds of Montana.As a reporter for Montana’s Meredith Gazette, Jen is suddenly getting cruised by park rangers and interviewing ranchers who think crème brûlée is men’s hair gel. Then she meets a rugged western vision in jeans and snakeskin boots: EPA agent Bruce Mortensen. So what if he has baggage—a manipulative soon-to-be-ex-wife and a jealous ten-year-old daughter? He’s a real man who’s making her feel like a real woman for the first time in her life.But is it really love or just the hottest sex ever? Jen’s on a mission to find out...especially when her ex comes back into the picture. Now she’s caught between two men who couldn’t be more different. And what happens next will surprise everyone—even her...

The Vampire SEAL Collection


S.B. Alexander - 2017
     Paranormal at its best! Join Jo Mason and Webb London and the entire team of vampire Navy SEALs as they embark on a journey that is packed with action, intrigue, suspense, and romance. On the Edge of Humanity:When sixteen-year-old Jo Mason’s twin brother is kidnapped by a group of rogue vampires, she learns the only way to save him is to activate her dormant vampire gene. But turning vampire might not be as easy as she thinks, especially when she’s trying to stay alive. On the Edge of Eternity:New vampire Jo Mason is struggling to adjust to her new life. All she’s interested in is doing the things that teenagers do, date, go to movies, and hang out with friends. But her DNA is in high demand, and her number one enemy will do anything to get his hands on Jo. On the Edge of Destiny:Life has never been better for Jo Mason. Her powers are growing, and so is her relationship with the handsome Vampire SEAL, Webb London. Nothing can burst her bubble. Not her upcoming trial for the death of her nemesis, Blake Turner. Not even her enemy who is still trying desperately to get his hands on Jo's DNA. Until she has a recurring dream that involves Webb’s future. But with an important SEAL mission looming to rescue a comrade, Webb can’t trust in an old myth that dreams could be the window to the future. Not when a life is on the line. Not even if it’s his own.On the Edge of Misery:The search for Webb London and his team have all but died. The vast terrain of Alaska’s mountains makes finding anyone impossible, especially with winter on the horizon. But Jo Mason hasn’t given up in trying to find the love of her life. She’s made it her mission to sleep as much as she can since her dreams are a window to the future. Only she can’t seem to fall into a deep enough sleep. The stress of losing Webb has taken its toll on her. But she may not have to dream at all. Not when one phone call gives her hope that Webb could still be alive. The problem is the only way to know for sure that Webb is breathing is to trade her life for his. And for Jo, that’s an easy decision until the caller demands she must come alone. Only she can’t make one move without her father, her brother, or any of the military guards knowing. So she’ll have to do the impossible to save Webb.On the Edge of Infinity:Vibrant and powerful vampire, Jo Mason has had a rough road her entire life. She's been in foster care, assaulted, bullied, and in a twist of fate beyond all imagination, has lost her humanity. But immortality isn’t that much different than being a human. She still has a bully who’s making her life miserable. Only he’s a hundred times more powerful than anyone she’s encountered. With her supernatural powers stronger than ever, she shouldn’t have a problem defending herself or even her loved ones. But no amount of supernatural abilities can save her when she’s staring death in the face once again. Navy SEAL, Webb London knew the minute he laid eyes on Jo he would marry her one day. But with her father in jail for murder, a mole within the SEAL team, and learning that the humans within CIA want to build super soldiers using vampire DNA he doesn’t have time to think about marriage or his future. He and the SEAL team can’t let the humans get their hands on any vampire DNA. But the list of growing problems is the least of his worries when he finds himself pleading for Jo’s life.

Maeve Binchy Value Collection: The Copper Beach, Circle of Friends, The Glass Lake


Maeve Binchy - 2004
    And at the heart of every Maeve Binchy novel, the lives and loves of vividly drawn characters are deftly woven into unforgettable, beautifully realized tales. Now, in this charming audio set, three of Maeve Binchy's classic coming-of-age tales are collected together. These wonderful audio presentations represent the very best work of one of the world's most celebrated authors. And listening to her comforting stories feels just like coming home.The Copper BeechCarved on the trunk of the mighty copper beech tree that embraces the schoolyard in Sharcarrig are declarations of love, hope, and identity--the youthful dreams of the children who studied there. Now grown, yet shaped by their years in the schoolhouse, they lead different lives. The Copper Beech tells the story of these eight dreamers.Circle of FriendsCircle of Friends begins with the pair of Benny Hogan and Eve Malone from the village of Knockglen until they leave for university in Dublin and are joined by Nan Mahon and Jack Foley. Long-hidden lies emerge to test the meaning of love and the strength of ties held within the fragile gold bands of a circle of friends.The Glass LakeIn The Glass Lake, Maeve Binchy explores the unspoken language between mothers and daughters in an extraordinary story of a mother's secret, a daughter's courage, and the hidden bond between them that neither deceit nor death can destroy.

Marriage Unarranged


Ritu Bhathal - 2020
    ‘Chick Pea Curry’ Lit, Chick Lit with an Indian twist​ It all started ended with that box… Aashi’s life was all set.Or so she thought.Like in the Bollywood films, Ravi would woo her, charm her family and they’d get married and live happily ever after. But then Aashi found the empty condom box... Putting her ex-fiancé and her innocence behind her, Aashi embarks upon an enlightening journey, to another country, where vibrant memories are created, and unforgettable friendships forged.Old images erased, new beginnings to explore. And how can she forget the handsome stranger she meets? A stranger who’s hiding something…

The Ripple Effect


Dominic Holland - 2004
    . . One batch of doughnuts . . . One ripple of resentment.Profit-hungry developers are swarming over Middleton, determined to see the local football ground turned into luxury flats. But they haven't counted on the spirited resistance of local baker, Bill Baxter, who vents his frustration at the developers' plans by neglecting to put jam into a batch of doughnuts. Unbeknown to Bill, a rogue jamless doughnut sets in train a ripple of irrational anger that grows, wave upon wave, until finally it threatens to swamp the entire nation, leaving careers ruined, fortunes won and Parliament in turmoil. But where will it end? And what will become of Bill and his beloved Middleton?Stand up comedian Dominic Holland delivers another slick slice of comedy that will have you roaring with laughter, rooting for the good guys and relegating the villains to the bottom of the table.

Damaged Beauties


Aphrodite Hunt - 2012
    He is holed up in a mansion on a hill where strange things have been rumored to happen. Curiosity-seeking teenagers have been spooked. Young women have disappeared. Ethan himself is a recluse and is almost never seen.Virginia engineers herself to be swept up in the strikingly handsome Ethan's world, where nothing is as it seems. Then there are the troubling entries in Ethan's diary: "He was here again. He wants to kill me. Take over this house completely."Too late, Virginia finds herself falling for him, and he for her. But has Virginia put herself in the path of a danger she has totally unforeseen?At 20,000 words, DAMAGED BEAUTIES is the first volume in the 'ROMANCED BY THE DAMAGED MILLIONAIRE' BDSM erotic romance series.

Having Hope


Terri Ferran - 2009
    The strong connection she feels with orphans in Romania because of her own abandonment at birth draws Kit to Romania where she meets a Romanian medical student, Marceland when Kit challenges Marcel to learn about the gospel, she has no idea of the doors she has opened.After learning of some disturbing news at home, Kit struggles to have hope that God is mindful of His children, and must decide between creating a new life in Romania and returning to repair her life in America.

Connect: Book Two (Chat Connect Crash series, #2)


Nan McCarthy - 2014
    It’s now 1996, and Bev and Max, two strangers who met online, find their lives unexpectedly intertwined. As their words and actions propel them into unexplored territory, Bev and Max’s relationship grows more intense—and more complex—than they ever imagined.Praised as “a lively, free-flowing, spontaneous outburst of curiosity, anxiety and hope,” the story of Bev and Max unfolds entirely through their online messages. Readers once again find themselves unable to resist the temptation to “eavesdrop” on the pair’s sexually charged, humorous, and thought-provoking exchanges. In a time before Facebook, Skype, and Twitter, when there were no status updates, no photos, no tweets, no video chats, all Bev and Max have to share with one another are their words—or so it may seem.In this newest edition of her Chat, Connect, and Crash series, McCarthy offers up a snapshot of the mid-1990s Internet culture and its changing dynamic of human interaction. As Bev and Max gradually reveal themselves by what they choose to say—and leave unsaid—their seductive, addicting, and all-too-human adventures will draw you from first page to last.

Scars and Voices: And Other Stories


Adam Carpenter Welles - 2019
    In this collection of his stories (each of which has a story behind it), you'll read about two retired spiritual leaders who experience a miracle in their nursing home, a gay relationship that must end between an American man and a Thai student, the astonishing adventures of an early mid-life failure, the thrilling chase one gay man undertakes for another intriguing, confusing, mysterious man, and a mind-blowing time-travel misadventure involving a man and a dog, as well as a few other surprises. This genre bending collection will captivate you. You might even enjoy the stories. Adam Carpenter Welles works in media in a major city in the Southeastern United States.

When Opposites Meet


Sachin Garg - 2017
    It's the story of love, and the possibility of finding it in the most unlikely of places.