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The Promise of Tomorrow
AnneMarie Brear - 2018
After a year on the road, they stumble into a Yorkshire village where the Wheelers, owners of the village shop, take them in. This new life is strange for Charlotte, but preferable to living with McBride or surviving on the roads. Harry Belmont is an important man in the village, but he’s missing something in his life. His budding friendship with Charlotte gives him hope she will feel more for him one day, and he will marry the woman he yearns for. When McBride discovers where Charlotte lives, his threats begin. Harry fights to keep Charlotte safe, but World War I erupts and Harry enlists. Left to face a world of new responsibilities, and Harry’s difficult sister, Charlotte must run the gauntlet of family disputes, McBride's constant harassment, and the possibility of the man she loves being killed.Can Charlotte find the happiness that always seems under threat, and will Harry return home to her?
Braving the Outbreak with the Duke
Fanny Finch - 2021
Her knowledge in medicine is vast, thanks to her doctor of an uncle, and her resolve to help the ill is even greater.But as the daughter of the Earl of Exeter, she cannot do so openly. Instead, she hides her identity underneath a mask, a necessary precaution these days…When the Dowager Duchess of Falmouth gets sick, no one seems to want to tend to her. Rumors of her son, the recluse Duke, have all the townspeople wary of approaching the manor. But when Bridget volunteers to enter the Duke’s household, she will find that he is simply a man in pain, looking for a reason to live.And he may have just found it…
Westward Courage
A.T. Butler - 2021
Caroline Harper has everything she could want--wealth, position, the attention of an eligible bachelor. When her brother’s news destroys all of that, Caroline must decide what kind of life she wants to create for herself. As the Harpers make their way along the grueling thousands of miles of Oregon Trail, Caroline discovers strength, poise and potential she didn’t realize she possessed. Strength that perhaps was not in a spoiled city girl at all. But will it be enough to survive and bring Caroline and her brother all the way to Oregon?
Highlander's Honor
Barbara Bard - 2019
But is the truth strong enough to make it last?
Filled with rage and grief over the execution of his innocent brother, Ranulf Thorburn, Scottish laird of clan Thorburn, kidnaps the daughter of the Duke of Whitewood, Catrin. But what he doesn’t expect is that this Sassenach lass has a fire inside of her. One that threatens to burn him… Catrin is unlike any other Lady. Underneath her passionate nature hides a true fighter that will put even this Laird to shame! Either way, she will not submit to this Highlander without a fight. Especially not to the one whose brother murdered hers. But getting to know him will make her question everything that she’s know until now… The road for Ranulf and Catrin will be rough and full of challenges. As they try to redeem the honor of Ranulf’s brother, and uncover the true assassin, they are bound to face many obstacles. Will they manage to stick together, when everything around them tries to tear them apart? "Highlander's Honor is a Historical Scottish Highlander Warrior Romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Get This Book FREE With Kindle Unlimited!
The Harbour Master's Daughter
Tania Crosse - 2004
His name is Captain Adam Bradley.She is the harbour master’s daughter.He is smouldering and sophisticated — the most eligible captain ever to sail into the quay.Anyone can see it’s meant to be. But Rebecca is anything but charmed. Her heart belongs to Tom Mason, a lowly cooper she’s known forever.Her father doubts Tom's ability to provide securely for her. But Tom has a plan to prove him wrong. And until then, passionate Rebecca refuses to wait to be with him.But fate has other plans.Tragedy strikes, shattering the couple’s dreams of a life together. Vulnerable and alone, how will Rebecca survive without her soulmate?With the threat of bringing shame on herself and her family nipping at her heels, Rebecca can see only one way out. Is she strong enough to take it?Fans of Nadine Dorries, Rosie Goodwin, Dilly Court, Freda Lightfoot and Catherine Cookson will adore this emotional coming-of-age story.ALSO BY TANIA CROSSEDEVONSHIRE SAGASBook 1: THE HARBOUR MASTER'S DAUGHTERBook 2: THE RIVER GIRLBook 3: THE GUNPOWDER GIRLBook 4: THE QUARRY GIRLBook 5: THE RAILWAY GIRLBook 6: THE WHEELWRIGHT GIRLBook 7: THE AMBULANCE GIRL
The Gold Hunters: A First-Hand Picture of Life in California Mining Camps in the Early Fifties
John David Borthwick - 2009
Borthwick’s classic memoir captures the prosperity and excitement of the West Coast in the early 1850s. Following the discovery of gold in California in 1848, Scotsman Borthwick left New York and sailed to the West Coast where he joined the gold hunters of California. Borthwick’s account provides a fascinating look at life in the new cities of San Francisco and Sacramento, chronicling the often lawless society which came hand in hand with the newly found wealth of the gold hunters. Drinking, gambling and violence played a huge part in Borthwick’s world and his memoir includes many compelling tales of personal scrapes and adventures. The Gold Hunters offers a unique look at the life in the gold camps of the nineteenth century American West — the different cultures attracted by the discovery of gold, how they related to one another and their contrasting food, clothes and entertainment. John David Borthwick, born in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1824, was a nomadic Scottish journalist and author, he first arrived in North America in 1847 and three years later found himself in the Gold Rush of California. He eventually left America in 1856 and spent the rest of his days in Scotland and London. This edited edition of Borthwick's memoir was first published in 1917.
Marry Me Now: An Arranged Marriage Collection
Penny Wylder - 2019
USA Today Bestselling Author Penny Wylder brings you arranged marriages, fake fiancés, and passionate love in this three story box set! What's Inside: Overnight Wife I accidentally married my new boss. I've always been the 'good girl' in my friend group. But when my bestie dares me to let loose on my last free weekend before I start my dream job, I give in. It's only one night in Vegas. What's the worst that could happen? Here's a hint: Grinding against a stranger's hot, muscled body. A whispered demand to join him in his hotel room. One major hangover... And a ring on my finger the next morning that I don't remember saying yes to. Marrying someone I just met is a huge mistake. But you know what's worse? Flipping him off as I threaten a restraining order... Then discovering he's my new boss. The Wife Arrangement I never wanted a wife. Until I met her. All my life I've been a lone-wolf. My favorite things are fast cars and a glass of brandy after a long day. Things were perfect. Until my father reminded me he controls my inheritance. If I don't bring a wife to the next family vacation, he's cutting me off. I hate having my hand forced... But I've got a plan. I asked my assistant to find me the most non-wife-material girl he can dig up. Once I parade her in front of my father, he'll be begging me to divorce her. I'll keep my inheritance without having to change my life for anyone. It seemed so easy. Then I met her. She's everything I never knew I wanted. And when she finds out I picked her because I thought she'd never fit into my world... It'll break her heart. Wife For Now “Pretend to be my wife. Just for the weekend.” Some people would have laughed and walked away. But when the word 'wife' comes out of your boss's mouth, you sit up straight. And when your boss is a silver fox with iceberg-blue eyes who clearly loves leg-day at the gym—his butt is seriously amazing—you don't just sit up. You jump. You shiver. You say yes. 48 hours-- that's how long I'm supposed to behave like we're man and wife. He wants the whole package, too. Soon, I forget that we're playing pretend. He'd never marry someone like me. I'm only his wife for now. What if I want it to last forever? This sizzling arranged marriage bundle contains my bestselling books: Overnight Wife, The Wife Arrangement and Wife for Now
Broken Secrets
Scarlett Grey - 2020
That’s what I thought I was. A botched robbery took my parents, leaving me alone. Well, not entirely alone… My uncle took me in. Enter my Greek God - my uncle’s friend and business partner. Two decades and tons of water separated us. Plus, he’d just lost his wife to his best friend. Not the best time for either of us. Not that time gives a damn when hot wild action is on the table. Muscles upon muscles. Hotter than sin. His touch set me on fire and mine must’ve done something for him as well. He couldn’t seem to get enough of me. At least for one steamy night. Then he was gone – back across the ocean – far away from me. He did leave me with something to remember him by though. My little secret. Will our secret bring us together or drive us apart?
Losing My Inhibitions
Olivia Spring - 2019
She’s just got her life together after a messy divorce. Should she risk it all for a forbidden fling? A year after leaving her controlling ex, Roxy’s divorce is finally official. She’s got her confidence and career back on track and is ready to start enjoying some no-strings-attached fun. But just when Roxy thinks she has her dating plan all mapped out, a hot younger single man unexpectedly appears. On paper, he sounds like exactly what Roxy’s been looking for, until she’s warned that he’s strictly off limits. Getting involved with him will put her career, home and everything she’s worked for in extreme jeopardy. There’s a million reasons why Roxy shouldn’t give into his charms. The trouble is, he’s just too tempting... Will Roxy take a chance and risk it all to pursue a forbidden fling? And if she does, can she find a way to let him rock her world, without turning it upside down? Losing My Inhibitions is a laugh-out-loud, racy, romantic comedy with a modern twist. This story is about self-love, new beginnings, forging your own path in life and being true to yourself. It can be read as a standalone novel or as a prequel to The Middle-Aged Virgin and Only When It’s Love. Ideal for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Marian Keyes and Lindsey Kelk. Download Losing My Inhibitions by exciting new British author Olivia Spring today! www.oliviaspring.com
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Tame
India Marshall - 2014
She likes to keep her life simple, and has a happy life with her two best friends, a job working with animals, and a decent home life. She's not popular, but she's fine with that. Attention is NOT her thing. Cameron Carter is quite the opposite. He loves the attention to be on him, he likes to cause chaos, and he enjoys trouble. It seems to follow him, which Farrah will soon learn. Cameron takes an interest in Farrah, when a little black cat leads them to meeting.Perhaps it was fate, but now the two paths cross, and life gets a little more interesting for both of them. Arguments, embarrassment, confusion and mischief follow these two around wherever they go. Can Farrah tame Cameron? Will she even get the chance?
One Semester
Charlotte Byrd - 2016
But I wasn’t going to let that stop me from attending my dream school. There’re more than 30,000 students on campus. What were the chances that I’d see him again? Or so I’d thought. And then I discovered that Tristan was going to be my roommate! It’s as if the whole universe conspired for us to fall in love again.
The Rake's Challenge
Beth Elliott - 2011
Anna Lawrence, nineteen and inspired by Lord Byron’s poems, is determined to seek a life of travel and adventure. Both decide to flee society. They meet when Giles rescues Anna from her first escapade. Anna is resolute in demonstrating her independence but, somehow, she always ends up in trouble. His own pleasures forgotten, Giles rescues her from one potential disaster after another. He knows he cannot live without her, but he meets an unexpected obstacle, for Anna has a secret that means she can never be more than a friend to the man she has come to love with all her heart... Is there any way for their love to prevail? Beth Elliott was born in Lancashire, but fell in love with books during many childhood visits to her Welsh grandparents, whose bookshelves were always well stocked. Her greatest discovery was the novels of Jane Austen, which have fascinated her ever since. Having first taught languages in various countries across the globe, Beth eventually decided to write her own novels. Her previous books The Wild Card, In All Honour and April and May were also published by Robert Hale and you can learn more about her on her website: www.bethelliott.webs.com.