Chet Gecko doesn't believe in the supernatural. His idea of voodoo is his mom's cockroach ripple ice cream. But when a teacher reports seeing a monster by the light of a full moon, it falls to Chet and his sleek-winged partner, Natalie Attired, to answer the burning question: Is this the work of a vicious, supernatural werehamster on the loose? Or just another science fair project gone wrong? Views: 28
Memory Mambo describes the life of Juani Casas, a 25-year-old Cuban-born American lesbian who manages her family's laundromat in Chicago while trying to cope with family, work, love, sex, and the weirdness of North American culture. Achy Obejas's writing is sharp and mordantly funny. She understands perfectly how the romance of exile—from a homeland as well as from heterosexuality—and the mundane reality of everyday life balance one another. Memory Mambo is ultimately very moving in its depiction of what it means to find a new and finally safe sense of home. Views: 28
In Whispers of Love, Civil War widow Jessie Wagstaff must fend for herself and her son. When a stranger, Lee Smith, befriends Jessie's son, even though she recognizes nine-year-old Linc's need for a father figure, she's reluctant to let a new man into their life. When the Great Chicago Fire blazes, every heart is pushed to its limits.In Lost In His Love, Jessie's son Linc, a social activist and reporter, charms his way through the upper class of San Francisco to build much-needed support for his fight against child labor. His main target is Cecilia Jackson, a beautiful heiress who doesn't recognize the crucial part she plays in this dangerous exploitation. As the secrets of her family's dark past are exposed, Cecilia must revive her own wounded spirit and find the strength to lean on the never-failing love of Christ. But when the 1906 earthquake hits, everyone's faith will be put to the test.In Echoes of Mercy, Meg Wagstaff challenges... Views: 28
When fourteen-year-old samurai apprentice Seikei is sent on a mission by the shogun, he believes it to be a simple one: convince the fourteen-year-old emperor to resume his ceremonial duties. But then the emperor is kidnapped, and Seikei finds himself in the middle of an elaborate plot to overthrow the shogun. With the help of a mysterious warrior, he must rescue the emperor before the sacred sword-said to be unbeatable in battle-falls into the wrong hands. Seikei knows he must succeed, or bloodshed will stain the land. Views: 28
LOVING CAT – After twelve years in Dallas, Cathryn "Cat" McDaniel is home with two successful careers under her belt, but minus one fiancé. Her first night home finds her in a close encounter with Zachary Ferguson, her best buddy since grade school, and the real reason she can't commit to any other man.STILL LOVING CAT – Zachary has waited over a decade for the only girl he's ever loved. Two weeks shy of the most important day of their lives, an accident has Cathryn waking in a hospital with no memory of anything that happened in the past year. It's up to Zach to remind her of the love she couldn't live without.BABY BLUES CHRISTMAS – Cathryn and Zach are juggling business and careers, breaking and entering, and the tough task of baby making. Throw in a little family drama and a dark secret and it makes for a memorable first Christmas together.FULL CIRCLE SUMMER – Cathryn and Zachary have run the gamut of emotions when it comes to their relationship. From childhood acquaintances,... Views: 28
Few authors have achieved such renown as World Fantasy Life Achievement honoree and Science Fiction Writers of America Grand Master Andre Norton. With the love of readers and the praise of critics, Norton's books have sold millions of copies worldwide.In our world he was Garin, jet pilot and explorer. In the lost land of Tav, he was Garan, who would supply the link with their most ancient past. And in a world far distant in space and time, he was Garan of Yu-Lac, who would stand alone between a planet's doom and the ones he loved.Garan the Eternal is a web of wonders woven by a master writer. It is the story of three lives tied by a recurrent destiny—that of Kepta the Ambitious, of Thrala the Divine, and of Garan himself, man of three worlds. Views: 28
With Mike and Dylan’s help, Laura has overcome her postpartum blues and is revved and rarin’ to go...with two very exhausted new dads! Meanwhile, Mike is feeling something new—jealousy?—in his relationship with Laura and Dylan, which throws him off center and makes him question his sense of self. Having everything they ever wanted, the trio works on finding ways to balance their inner and outer worlds while keeping the embers stoked.For Alex and Josie, a growing commitment has one of them pleased—and the other uneasy. Josie lets Alex “move in,” which means he can store a toothbrush at her apartment. He's ready for more. Way more.Relationships deepen, babies grow up, Laura learns to ski, Josie skates on thin ice, and the gang finds over time that the hardest part of falling in love isn't the love part—it’s the falling. Views: 28
It's 1664 and Puritan Penitence Hurd arrives from America armed with
nothing but her faith, a bag filled with wampum and tobacco and the
address of her long lost aunt. The address takes her to the Cock and Pie
on Dog Street, a brothel with a Madame who goes by the moniker of "Her
Ladyship". Told that her aunt is long gone and most likely dead and with
no where else to go Penitence accepts a position as seamstress as Her
Ladyship is surprisingly reluctant to allow her to whore like the
others. Plague soon breaks out and all on Dog Street are quarantined in
their homes to catch it and die or survive the forty days and be freed.
Penitence's room is across the way from room rented by the mysterious
Henry King and they strike up a strange friendship as Henry teaches her
to use The Vizard Mask to become someone else and thus lose her terrible
stutter As the plague loosens its hold Henry and Penitence share one
night of passion before he gains his freedom and disappears from her
life.
Fate has a few unfortunate surprises for Penitence (pregnancy,
Newgate, illegal pamphlet printing to name a few) and many times the
only way to get past it is the oldest way in the world, but she will do
anything to keep her independence. Once she sees the glitter and magic
of the King's Theater she is determined to beat the odds and make it -
although when she crosses one of King Charles' rowdy noblemen and he
strikes back she's willing to give up her freedom for royal protection
(no it's not who you are thinking it is). As she settles into a safe,
albeit boring life with her royal protector, Penitence gets a shock when
Henry King once again drops into her life and his name is not Henry
King.......
That's as far as I'm going, if you want to know more then read it
for yourself. Penitence's story begins just before the Great Plague of
London through to the Duke of Monmouth's rebellion and it's aftermath to
the coronation of William and Mary. Fans of Charles Stuart be warned,
he does not come off looking too pretty in this one, he's portrayed at
his rutting, double dealing worst here. Views: 27
At twenty-four, Clarinda James has lived a traumatic life. One of the last images she saw before losing her sight was that of her parents' death. The nightmares of that time still haunt her every night. Taken in at nineteen by her sister, Clary didn’t know there was going to be a price to pay, a price far greater than her blindness. It’s not until Blue walks into her life, she realizes it’s possible to experience the joy of warmth. In her darkness, Blue will become her beacon, her guide. Little does she know that she’ll need to count on Blue more than she thought she would. She has to…if she wants to stay alive. Blue Skies is on the lookout for a woman. Always there to support his brothers, Talon and Griz, he’s not a stranger to the craziness of love or life. Nor is he a stranger to making it clear that comments surrounding his name are out of bounds. Despite the often effed-up situations his brothers find themselves in as a result of their women, he’s more than happy to settle down when he finds his missing piece. After three weeks of seeing a gorgeous redhead in a café, he refuses to let the opportunity pass him by. Building a tentative relationship with Clary is no easy task; she’s damaged. It’s not until he discovers the truth behind her darkness that he willing lays claim to her. He is determined to protect her, no matter the cost. She is irrefutably his. Views: 27
Product Description9 to 5CONFIDENTIAL MEMO:TO: Ross Anderson, head of the companyFROM: Abigail Palmer, personal assistantDear Ross,You're been my boss for two years now, and you've never realized that I'm secretly in love with you! And it will stay my secret, because I'd never actually dare send this memo to you....I'm the perfect secretary: efficient, ambitious, organized. You rely on me for everything—except romance! You've never noticed that behind my neat suits and calm manner I'm a real woman—not just your secretary!I know this infatuation is beyond all reason. But I can't help wondering if we'll ever get together in the bedroom, as well as the boardroom!Yours,Abigail Views: 27
Lady Melissa Stapleton’s brother is in debt to evil Lord Heflin, and Melissa at his mercy. She escapes, but finds herself in greater danger from Lord Rathbone, an infamous but irresistible rake. When Rathbone insists that Melissa pose as his bride-to-be, both her reputation and her innocence are tested by their growing desire. Regency Romance by Allison Lane; originally published by Signet Views: 27
