Rachel Cline's debut novel, What to Keep, was praised as "striking . . . lovely" (Entertainment Weekly), "tangibly real" (Los Angeles Times), and "eminently readable" (Salon). Set in 1990s Hollywood, My Liar portrays the complex connection between two talented women, each striving to realize her own vision of success in work and in love.Annabeth Jensen, thirty-three, is a film editor. A native Minnesotan, she is most comfortable playing nice and working behind the scenes, even after ten years in Los Angeles. Then she crosses paths with up-and-coming director Laura Katz. Self-confident, assertive, and alluring, Laura seems to be the perfect mentor and the ideal best friend–especially after she hires Annabeth to edit her new film, Trouble Doll. Yet as Annabeth cuts and recuts the film that both women hope will assure their futures, she finds herself wanting creative control almost as badly as she craves Laura's approval. Meanwhile,... Views: 53
Bound Guardian AngelAll the King's Men - Book 7For almost two hundred years, Trace has searched for his mate. Now he's met Cordray. Brash, sassy, and covered in tattoos, Cordray isn't at all the type of female he thought his mate would be, but he can't deny the way his body reacts every time she's near. She calms him and sparks his desire in a way no one ever has, which terrifies him, because if she has that kind of power over him, what else is she capable of?Cordray thinks Trace is the most exciting male she's ever met, but she refuses to drop her guard and let him in. She loved deeply once, only to be spurned when her lover mated another. The heartbreak was so severe, she lost her ability to feel. Trace has reawakened her sense of touch, but she's scared that if she takes another chance on love only to be rejected again, this time she'll lose her life.With both committed to pushing the other away, every conversation escalates into a war of words. But for these two, the fights... Views: 53
Sex, glamour and intrigue merge in sizzling fiction that is perfect for fans of Tilly Bagshawe and Jackie Collins.Saul Milford, owner of one of England’s oldest and most prestigious luxury goods companies is dead, but who will inherit his estate?For years Saul's niece Cassandra, editor-in-chief of Rive, the most glamorous fashion magazine of the moment has believed that she would be the sole benefactor. But she's not the only family member with their eye on the ultimate prize. Roger, Saul's handsome brother with a demanding wife. Elizabeth the art-dealer with a dark and brooding secret, Tom the playboy nephew, and Emma, the niece living in Boston. All have their reasons for wanting the company. But one of them will go to any lengths to secure what they believe is rightfully theirs.ReviewPraise for Guilty Pleasures 'No sunbed is complete without a bona fide bonkbuster and Perry is our new queen of the genre' In Style Praise for Gold Diggers 'Hold on to your hats -- here comes your summer blockbuster. This is a sumptiously sexy book' Elle 'All hail the return of the beach bonkbuster' Glamour Praise for Daddy's Girls 'Daddy's Girl's is the hottest holiday accessory this season. Slick, glossy and gloriously bitchy it's about sibling rivalry and the super-glam Balcon girls -- but which one killed Daddy? The bonkbuster is back' Elle 'Amid all the romping and camp one-liners, there are tart observations about race, class and family dynamics, too. The perfect beach read' Marie Claire ReviewPraise for Daddy's Girls 'Daddy's Girl's is the hottest holiday accessory this season. Slick, glossy and gloriously bitchy it's about sibling rivalry and the super-glam Balcon girls -- but which one killed Daddy? The bonkbuster is back.' Elle 'Amid all the romping and camp one-liners, there are tart observations about race, class and family dynamics, too. The perfect beach read.' Marie Claire Praise for Gold Diggers 'Hold on to your hats -- here comes your summer blockbuster. This is a sumptiously sexy book' Elle 'A slick , uber glamorous cocktail of backstabbing beauties, murder and sex' Easy Living 'All hail the return of the beach bonkbuster' Glamour 'A high-gloss soap opera of a story that will have you hooked' In Style Views: 53
Hellboy comes to the crossroads in Enigma, Georgia, a small town best by strange occurrences. Sent to keep an eye on Sarah Nail, a young girl hiding from the curse of her family, Hellboy becomes entangled in the blood debt of evil mystical preacher, Brother Jester. Stuck between human malice and the mysteries of the occult, Hellboy comes up against an intrigue of ghosts, demon trees, talking bullfrogs, and a race of lost mutant children. Views: 53
He has wed her, but will not bed her!Blackmail forced Patrick MacEgan into marriage-- although he could not be forced to bed his Norman bride. But Isabel de Godred was as fair as she was determined to be a proper wife....She wished to help her proud warrior king with the burden of his responsibilities. As queen, she could aid an alliance between their people. As wife, she longed to comfort him, for when alone, they could put aside war and be but man and woman.... Views: 53
Praise for the Billy Boyle series: “The brash kid from Southie is still open, direct and fearless in his manner (and in his wonderfully loose-jointed use of the English language) and in no danger of losing his cover as a ‘happy-go-lucky Yank.' But even amid the excitement of the spirited wartime storytelling, Benn allows Boyle's experiences to change him in ways both subtle and dramatic.”-Marilyn Stasio, The New York Times Book Review “Thoroughly enjoyable.”- The Seattle Times “This series brings WWII alive.”- Deadly Pleasures “Great fun. Benn knows his war history.”- The Globe and Mail “Kudos to author Benn . . . and here's hoping that Billy will continue to make his way through his Uncle Ike's world for many titles to come.”-Bookslut.com Billy Boyle awakens in a field hospital in Sicily with amnesia. In his pocket is a yellow silk handkerchief embroidered with the initial L. Gradually he remembers: he has been sent ashore in advance of the troops with this token from Lucky Luciano to contact the head of the Sicilian Mafia. But he must also thwart a murderous band of counterfeiters of Army scrip led by Vito Genovese. James R. Bennis the author of Billy Boyle: A World War II Mystery, selected by Book Sense as one of the top five mysteries of 2006 and nominated for a Dilys Award. The First Wavewas a Book Sense Notable title. Benn is a librarian and lives in Hadlyme, Connecticut. From the Hardcover edition. Views: 53
Julie's story continues...Bonus short story: A Little Christmas MagicWith no shortage of family drama, shocking revelations, and forced smiles, Julie celebrates Christmas in Oakland.A Little Beyond Hope (A Little Beyond #1)An imminent tornado threatens destruction in Oakland, and Julie is forced to take shelter. Riding out the storm with Luke, Matt, and Kara, she quickly finds herself thrown into the past, forced to confront painful truths of then and now.The storm hits, but not without devastating loss. Someone she loves is missing, another has run away. One has been critically injured, and the town she loves has suffered great devastation. With little left moving forward, everyone is struggling to get by. Hope comes in waves, few and far between, and Julie is left to wonder if there's anything left to hold on to. Views: 53
Patricia Amble might be down, but she's not dead--yet. Tish has left the Detroit suburbs for her next renovation project: an old log cabin in Michigan's remote Upper Peninsula. And the fun part—it's the same cabin where she spent her childhood summers. The fresh air and solitude are just what she needs after her flight from romance and her brushes with death. As Tish arrives at her new home, her hope for peace and quiet is shattered when she finds a torn photo of her dead mother with the words "don't ask why" written across her face. Mysterious relatives, old rivalries, and a dangerous drug ring may make this twenty-six-year-old mystery more than she can handle. Tish must put together the pieces of her mother's death or risk losing everything—including her own life. Book 2 in the Patricia Amble Mystery series, Kill Me If You Can is a suspense-packed story of family secrets, long-distance romance, and renovations of the heart. Views: 53
What happens when too rich and too thin becomes too deadly? Voluptuous P.I. Savannah Reid is about to find out as she delves into the disappearance of a celebrity hanger-on that soon leads to something more sinister. As Halloween draws near, Savannah will have to learn a killer's deadly "tricks" before someone else is "treated" to murder...Halloween in Southern California just doesn't have the frosty bite Savannah's used to, although her latest job promises chills aplenty. The Skeleton Key Three, a celebutante clique so named by the media because of their super-skinny figures and fat trust funds, are in the spotlight again--but this time, it's for something more than partying. It seems the one member of the Three who was neither wealthy nor particularly svelte hasn't been heard from in days. The missing girl's name is Daisy O'Neil, and by all accounts, she had little in common with her so-called friends Tiffy, Kiki, and Bunny. Chubby, smart, and... Views: 53
Waged almost six centuries ago, the Battle of Agincourt still captivates. It is the classic underdog story, and generations have wondered how the English--outmanned by the French six to one--could have succeeded so bravely and brilliantly. Drawing on a wide range of sources, Juliet Barker paints a gripping narrative of the October 1415 clash between the outnumbered English archers and the heavily armored French knights. Populated with chivalrous heroes, dastardly spies, and a ferocious and bold king, AGINCOURT is as earthshaking as its subject--and confirms Juliet Barker's status as both a historian and a storyteller of the first rank. Views: 53
Having rebuilt the NordornLand from rubble, Ashen and Gaurin rule justly and fairly over a reinvigorated land. Beloved by their kingdom, they now turn their attention to the next generation of Nordorn royalty.Responsible Bjaudin, heir to the throne, focuses on his studies and Hegrin, Queen of Rendel, rears her own growing brood. But the youngest siblings, Elin and Mikkel, seem destined to alter the future of the NordornLand—for better or for worse.Thirteen-year-old Elin craves power, and believes her new alliance with the evil Ysa may help her achieve it.Eleven-year-old Mikkel stows away on a Sea-Rover ship, hoping for a brief adventure. But when the ship is attacked, Mikkel is taken prisoner, and soon his bonds to the NordornLand are the last thing on his mind.Through births and deaths, celebration and wars, Ashen and Gaurin have worked tirelessly to bring peace and prosperity to their kingdom. But it appears that this era of peace may be at its end. This final installment of the Cycle of Oak, Yew, Ash, and Rowan brings the series to a thrilling climax worthy of these fascinating characters. Views: 53
From the author of the bestselling My Secret Unicorn books, comes a charming story about a girl who lives with mermaids. Perfect for readers of 6-8 years. Electra is a human mermaid - she has legs instead of a tail but, thanks to magic sea-powder, she can breathe underwater. Electra lives in the ocean, her best friend is a dolphin called Splash and her life is full of adventures. When Electra's class learn to collect magic mermaid fire from the deep sea bed, Electra is keen to get more than everybody else. Elektra and Splash dive deeply, far away from the safety of the reef, where they not only find mermaid fire but danger too! Views: 53
