Lula, a twenty-six-year-old Albanian woman living surreptitiously in New York City on an expiring tourist visa, hopes to make a better life for herself in America. When she lands a job as caretaker to Zeke, a rebellious high school senior in suburban New Jersey, it seems that the security, comfort, and happiness of the American dream may finally be within reach. Her new boss, Mister Stanley, an idealistic college professor turned Wall Street executive, assumes that Lula is a destitute refugee of the Balkan wars. He enlists his childhood friend Don Settebello, a hotshot lawyer who prides himself on defending political underdogs, to straighten out Lula's legal situation. In true American fashion, everyone gets what he wants and feels good about it.But things take a more sinister turn when Lula's Albanian "brothers" show up in a brand-new black Lexus SUV. Hoodie, Leather Jacket, and the Cute One remind her that all Albanians are family, but what they ask of her is no small... Views: 25
The Cam Jansen series is perfect for young readers who are making the transition to chapter books. The first ten books in the series have received updated covers, bringing new life to these perennial bestsellers. Now the series redesign continues with five more books, giving Cam a cool, modern look! Views: 25
Ready the guns & set sail with this brutal tale of revenge and deception in the heart of the Caribbean during the Golden Age of Piracy. Katherine Lindsay, a timid young woman from London, must contend with an ambitious pirate captain who has murdered her husband and taken her hostage aboard his fearsome ship, Harbinger. As Lindsay grows accustomed to life among pirates, she finds it increasingly difficult to resist her attraction to their wayward lifestyle and the thrill of high-seas adventure. But the memory of her dead husband weighs heavily on her conscience, and her swelling guilt may prove to be the ultimate undoing of her kidnappers. Pirate lovers will find no shortage of treachery, cutlass duels, ship-to-ship battles, buried treasure and much, much more. Views: 25
Dorothy's aunt and uncle get acquainted with Oz after they lose their farm and Ozma invites them to live with her. Views: 25
When her cheating fiancé steals her inheritance, ex-heiress Genevieve Patchett has to get a job—fast! She secures an audience with Chicago's most belligerent boss, Lucas McDowell, but his disarmingly attractive presence leaves her tongue-tied!Lucas is confident that Genevieve's passion and talent are what he needs to get his women's shelter off the ground. And it's personally important to him that it's a success. Genevieve could be the perfect colleague as long as he can turn a blind eye to her beautiful face, her shimmering red hair and absorbing green eyes.... Views: 25
A full agent again, Charlie Muffin must thwart an assassination attempt that could turn the tides of the Cold War It may be the most sensational defection of all time. The Russian agent comes straight from KGB headquarters, and he is no desk clerk. He was the head of the Russian cipher section, giving him access to every code, every plot, every secret. And he tells his new British friends that the Russians are planning something diabolical. An assassination is coming—a big one. He just doesn't know who the target is. The only man to head it off is Charlie Muffin. Portly, haggard, and badly dressed, he is nevertheless the cleverest man in English intelligence. And he will have to be clever now, for all he knows is that an important Westerner is marked for death at the hands of Russian spies. And if Charlie isn't careful, he could be the one to die. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Brian Freemantle including rare photos from the author's personal collection. Views: 25
Molly needs to borrow or rent a baby. Fast.It's Christmastime and baby-tending time. Rachel will practice with her cousin Rhonda. Mary Beth has a little sister to take care of. And Sonny's hit the jackpot! He has two new babies to feed and burp--but he won't share them with Molly.Rat's knees! Molly has no one. Will this be the first badge Molly misses?From the Trade Paperback edition. Views: 25
"David Gemmell tells a tale of very real adventure, the stuff of true epic fantasy."--R.A. Salvatore, New York Times Bestselling authorWhile the Earth quaked, a deadly power burst forth from ancient Atlantis. For the gate of time had been torn open, freeing a cataclysmic evil.Only the last guardian, Jon Shannow, the legendary pistoleer, could shut the deadly portal. But to accomplish this he would have to find the shining Sword of God, said to be floating among the clouds in the perilous lands beyond the wall, where beasts walked like men and worship a dark goddess. As Shannow embarked on his impossible quest, demons gathered in wait. And--somewhere--a golden-haired woman was dreaming of blood . . . From the Paperback edition. Views: 25
Terri Baker is through with men! She is taking her dream vacation to the Grand Canyon to console herself after the death of her beloved German shepherd. She thinks she is rid of her abusive ex-boyfriend, but here he comes again, making threats and demanding money. She hangs up on him, and heads for the canyon. But three men are chasing her. One wants her money. One wants her life. And one wants her heart.Russ Camino is a bounty hunter with a haunted past. He made a promise that he must keep, and he has no time for women. Not even when he meets one who makes his pulse race. When he discovers that the hit man he is following is after Terri, he knows that he must protect her at all costs. Views: 25
Irresistible, long sought by readers, and now in paperback for the first time, Secrets of Paris shows New York Times bestselling author Luanne Rice at her most incandescent--a deeply moving story of true love, abiding friendship, and a once perfect marriage in precarious balance. Lydie McBride has always embraced life to the fullest. But when an unthinkable tragedy strikes her family, everything she believes in is shattered. Her art-historian husband, Michael, watches the passion disappear from Lydie's eyes and from their marriage, and hopes an assignment to Paris will help them reclaim a love that once seemed unassailable. But the City of Lights holds secrets and seductions for them both, including the mysteries of an alluring Frenchwoman with whom Michael will work. And Lydie's unexpected friendship with two dramatically different women will enable her to find a new life. Will there be a place for the man with whom she always wanted to share... Views: 25
