Romance/Historical Fiction. 80858 words long. Views: 55
Charming amateur sleuth Jenny Cain returns in Bum Steer, to solve a mysterious murder that sends her on a twisting adventure in the wild, wild West. Views: 55
Now back in print, Living at the End of Time is the story of a Thoreauvian experiment in simple living undertaken in the midst of the fast-paced electronic age. Views: 54
From Publishers WeeklyCoelho's brilliant tale of young Brida, an Irish girl who wishes to become a witch, is a compelling and vivid fantasy epic. Sadly, narrator Linda Emond's uninspired and monotonous reading is a disservice to this fantastic tale. Though the story is set in Ireland during the mid-'80s, Emond makes no attempt at a regional dialect or even the slightest shift in tone for any of the characters. Her narrative voice is dull and uninspired, read with a soft whisper that will surely put most listeners to sleep before it ignites their imaginations. The story would be much better served with a narrator more willing to put their performance skills to the test and dive into the story. A Harper hardcover (Reviews, Apr. 28). (July) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. From BooklistCoelho’s loyal fan base will welcome the U.S. publication of Brida, another mystical pilgrimage from the master of the genre. Readers familiar with The Alchemist (1993), The Zahir (2005), and The Witch of Portobello (2007) will recognize the common themes—mysticism, discipleship, and a quest for fulfillment—that are incandescently woven into the fabric of most of his fiction. Brida O’Fern, a young Irishwoman, embarks on a voyage of self-discovery, ultimately resulting in a spiritual awakening and an acceptance of her own supernatural powers. While seeking initiation into the Tradition of the Moon, an ancient Wiccan ritual, she also discovers her soul mate and learns that love is the most divinely liberating emotion to be recognized and valued on the path to true wisdom and knowledge. Slighter than some of Coelho’s philosophically meatier novels, Brida is still a journey well worth taking; librarians should expect high demand. --Margaret Flanagan Views: 54
A literary gem, a tour de force . . . Beautifully constructed, superbly characterized. What disturbs is the sheer elegance of Adair’s prose style most of us had probably forgotten English could be written so well.” Literary Review (U.K.) Views: 54
From the acclaimed author of the bestselling Italian Fever comes a fresh twist on the classic Jekyll and Hyde story, a novel told from the perspective of Mary Reilly, Dr. Jekyll's dutiful and intelligent housemaid. Faithfully weaving in details from Robert Louis Stevenson's classic, Martin introduces an original and captivating character: Mary is a survivor–scarred but still strong–familiar with evil, yet brimming with devotion and love. As a bond grows between Mary and her tortured employer, she is sent on errands to unsavory districts of London and entrusted with secrets she would rather not know. Unable to confront her hideous suspicions about Dr. Jekyll, Mary ultimately proves the lengths to which she'll go to protect him. Through her astute reflections, we hear the rest of the classic Jekyll and Hyde story, and this familiar tale is made more terrifying than we remember it, more complex than we imagined possible.From Publishers WeeklyMary Reilly, housemaid and devoted friend of Dr. Henry Jekyll, senses pk that something is dreadfully wrong with the weary and laboratory-obsessed scientist, who has hired Edward Hyde as his assistant. ``Spare and atmospheric, this story is a dark, absorbing symphony; Mary Reilly is an unforgettable character,'' PW said. Copyright 1991 Cahners Business Information, Inc.From Library JournalThis retelling of the enigmatic Dr. Jekyll-Mr. Hyde tale deserves praise for suspense, character creation, and historical verisimilitude. Mary Reilly, a loyal, trusted servant in the household of Dr. Jekyll records in her diary the mysterious circumstances which lead to her Master's tragic fate. The hierarchy of social classes, relationships among servants and domestics, and details of language and dress enhance this marvelous re-creation with the realism of Dickens. Mary represents the apex of devotion, goodness, and honesty, in contrast to the dual nature and complexity of Dr. Jekyll, whose shadow side threatens to destroy all bounds of decency, law, and order. Less convincing is the tinge of romance between Mary and Jekyll. Most compelling is a forceful consciousness about the dual propensity of human nature and the awesome power which is ours. BOMC featured alternate; Quality Paperback Book Club selection. Previewed in Prepub Alert, LJ 10/15/89.- Addie Lee Bracy, Beaver Coll. Lib., Glenside, Pa.Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. Views: 53
EVEN SMUGGLING HAS RULES.THE FIRST IS: DON'T GET CAUGHT.Meet Pik Lando, a con artist and a ladies man, a total professional who'll chase across the galaxies for his clients—and he'll usually find plenty of action and danger too. In DRIFTER, Lando is hired by a beautiful woman to a job on a world called Angel, and in the process she cannot resist his charms. That would be nice, except for the deadly group of revolutionaries hell-bent on war.Don't miss Lando's other adventures: DRIFTER'S WAR and DRIFTER'S RUN Views: 53
The Stanislaskis: an unforgettable family saga by #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora RobertsThe first time single-father Spence Kimball set eyes on Natasha Stanislaski, he was floored by her exotic beauty. But the former ballet dancer turned toy shop owner had a fiery temperament that kept men safely at bay. Sensing a hidden wound, Spence and his little girl joined forces to find a way into her closely guarded heart. For Spence realized he'd do anything to tame Natasha's fears...and show her how to love. Views: 53
Anne Hunnicut has been sent to Webster, Kentucky, to shut down a textile mill. She’s surprised to discover that a laidback country good ol’ boy, Buck LaSalle, who comes to her rescue is the same savvy union leader who’s determined to keep the mill open and his hometown alive and prospering. At first, Anne and Buck agree to disagree about the factory because everything else about them is a perfect match. He admires her ambition and intelligence. She longs to feel his sense of belonging somewhere--to have deep, deep roots in the fertile backwoods of Kentucky. ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Mary Kay McComas started her writing career 25 years ago. To date, she’s written 21 short contemporary romances, five novellas, and two novels. She was born in Spokane, Washington, and now lives in a small town in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with her husband, three dogs, a cat, and her four children nearby.Her latest novel, WHAT HAPPENED TO HANNAH, was released in February 2012 by William Morrow. It was nominated for the Spring 2012 Okra Awards by Southern Independent Bookseller Association, and has also been chosen by Target for their Emerging Authors program. LOVIN’ A GOOD OL’ BOY was originally published as part of Bantam Dell's Loveswept line. This is the first time it's available as an ebook.Anne’s desire for a home sparks an understanding and empathy for the people of Webster, and she soon finds herself rooting for their plan of an employee buyout. Can a big city girl find love, security, and new aspirations for her life with a small town guy? … You bet! Views: 53
"Sara Orwig's masterful touch will make your heart sing with joy." —RT BOOK REVIEWS When Tigre Castillo is wrongfully accused of murder, he flees to Denver, leaving behind his outlaw past and his name. In Denver, he becomes Dan Castle, a man with dreams of a better future, and a fierce determination to have the woman his heart has always longed for. Mary O'Malley has learned how to survive, using wits and guile in a tough city, one ruled by men. When Dan and Mary’s paths collide, she finds herself surrendering—body and soul—to the only man with the power to destroy her. Views: 52
When Inos was abducted through the magic casement and Rap tried to follow her, they arrived in places very strange—and very far apart . . . Views: 52
More than 15 million copies of Edgar Award winner Anne Perry's historical mysteries have been sold. In Bethlehem Road, Inspector Pitt and his wife investigate the murder of a Member of Parliament. Before they can begin to piece together what happened to Sir Lockwood Hamilton, one of his colleagues is discovered murdered-on the exact same spot. Views: 52
All Felix Nasmyth and friends have to do is harvest a crop of Cannabis Sativa......and half a million tax-free dollars will be theirs. But they haven't reckoned on nosy Northern California-style neighbors, torrential rain, demands of the flesh, and Felix's improbable new love, a wayward sculptress on whose behalf he undertakes a one-man vendetta against a drug-busting state trooper named Jerpbak. As their deal escalates through crises into nightmare, their dreams of easy money get nipped in the bud. Views: 52
