The desert prince's bride Dr Jenny Stapleton has devoted herself to those in need around the globe, risking her life but never her heart—she's done that before and lost it, along with her husband and her unborn child. In Zaheer she meets Dr Kam Rahman, a man she thinks is only a doctor—but actually he is a sheikh! Sheikh Kamid Rahman al'Kawali is heir to the throne of Zaheer! By travelling anonymously he can better address his country's needs, and he is struck by Jen's passion for his people—and the passion she arouses in him. He is soon to ascend the throne, and knows he wants this desert doctor as his queen! Views: 24
Four long-estranged friends from London's turbulent Sixties scene of sex, drugs and rock and roll are thrown together after seventeen years when one of them accidentally discovers the secret identity of their betrayer; a man they knew only as The Acid King, a charismatic figure who orchestrated a weekend of alluring drugs ending with a bust, jail time and death.What the friends don't know is that a New York FBI Agent, another old enemy of the Acid King, has been on a long frustrating manhunt of his own, driven by the same rage for revenge. Until, by coincidence, he discovers the mystery man's hidden Los Angeles location and tracks him to his lair. Resulting in a dangerous confrontation that puts lives, both guilty and innocent, on the line.The Acid King is the thinly veiled story of the famous Redlands drug bust of 1967; an event that put Mick Jagger and Keith Richards behind bars and nearly destroyed the world's most famous rock band. All orchestrated by an unidentified... Views: 24
RetailIn his memoir Anyone Who Had a Heart, Burt Bacharach, one of the greatest songwriters of all time, offers a frank and riveting account of his unparalleled life.From his tumultuous marriages and the tragic suicide of his daughter, to his collaborations with Hal David, Carole Bayer Sager, Neil Diamond, Elvis Costello, and others, Bacharach details his long-lasting success as well as the never-before-told stories behind the hits.Candid and emotional, and with 16 pages of color photographs, Anyone Who Had a Heart: My Life and Music is Burt Bacharach in his own words—a powerful and personal look at the award-winning songwriter and composer.From the Back CoverOver the past six decades, Burt Bacharach's legendary songwriting has touched millions of devoted listeners all over the world. In Anyone Who Had a Heart, Bacharach steps out from behind the music to give an honest, engaging look at his life—from his work with Hal David, Dionne Warwick, Elvis Costello, and many others to his tumultuous marriages and the devastating fate of his beloved daughter.Anyone Who Had a Heart is the story of a man who has always expressed his deepest feelings through his music. Filled with the emotional power that defines Burt Bacharach's most unforgettable songs, his memoir offers a candid backstage look at show business as well as the personal struggles of an artist whose incredible body of work has earned him a unique position in the American cultural landscape.About the AuthorBurt Bacharach is a classically trained pianist whose songs have been recorded by the most influential artists of the twentieth century. He has written more than seventy Top 40 hits and has received Grammy, Oscar, and Emmy awards for his work. The father of three children, he lives in Los Angeles, California. Views: 24
The ladies of Butternut Creek Christian Church known as the Widows have always taken pride in their infallible matchmaking. They've succeeded again, and having found the perfect wife for Pastor Adam, they're ready to start planning the wedding. The one problem is that Adam has yet to propose. Clearly he still needs their help. Meanwhile, Adam's sister Hannah, a doctor, has returned from work in refugee camps, exhausted from the horrors she's seen. Though physically weak, Hannah becomes animated when verbally sparring with Gabe Borden, the high school basketball coach. The Widows, however, see sparks of a different kind between them and are soon up to their matchmaking ways once again. Views: 24
It Isn’t Cheating if He’s Dead is the BigAl's Books and Pals 2014 Reader's Choice Award winner for women's fiction. Jemima Stone waited four long years for her missing fiancé to come home, burying herself in her job and feeding the homeless. When Gerald is found dead halfway across the country, she is devastated. Detective Finn Wight promises to uncover the truth behind Gerald’s mysterious death. Delivering sandwiches to her homeless friends, she discovers a newcomer. Though he refuses to speak, his haunted eyes tell Jemima that he is in trouble — hiding from someone or something. Jemima turns to Detective Wight in hopes of helping the man. But uncovering his true identity leads to the discovery of secrets none of them could have imagined. (Warning - language, sex)ReviewIt Isn't Cheating if He's Dead is the winner of the BigAl's Books and Pals 2014 Reader's Choice Award for women's fiction. "With Suicide City, a Love Story, Julie Frayn came out of the gate with one of the best debut novels the indie publishing circuit ever produced. Then came this book -- a stunning follow-up of love, redemption, hope, and hurt that can only be described as 'Read this damn book. Now!'"~ Scott Morgan, award-winning journalist and bestselling author. "Julie Frayn shows once again how to write a novel that plays more like a movie. It Isn't Cheating if He's Dead is an accurate portrait of life after the loss of a loved one. The simple facts that healing has no timeline, there is no expiration date on grief, and tragedy can result in a positive outcome when those left behind choose to learn from their loss, are beautifully portrayed." ~ Amber Jerome-Norrgard, poet and bestselling author "Ms. Frayn wields a deft hand when dealing with life's grit, yet warms the heart at the same time. Her voice is as fresh and real as her characters. Bravo."~ Kymber Morgan, author of Wild for Cowboy and ShaftedAbout the AuthorJulie Frayn pens award-winning novels and short stories that pack a punch. And a few stabs. She has published three novels and two short, short story collections. Her work has won two gold medals in the 2013 Authorsdb cover contest, and the Books and Pals 2014 Readers’ Choice award for women’s fiction. A bean counter by day, Julie revels in the written word. When she is not working or writing, she spends as much time as possible with her two children (grown adults, really), while they still think she’s cool. Follow her at www.twitter.com/juliefrayn and subscribe to her blog at www.juliefrayn.com. Views: 24
Cal Smith has spent his life studying the paranormal. Then a brutal investigation of one of Salem’s most notorious homes sends him packing. He chalks it up to higher education, all too aware he’s simply running from a past that haunts his every waking moment. But when an old friend turns up in trouble, he has no other choice but to revisit his previous work, and face the ghosts he’s shut out for the past ten years.
Jordan Harper has a knack for getting into trouble. Though curiosity is supposed to have killed the cat, she’s well on her way to having the old saying rephrased. And when yet another plan goes horribly astray, she awakens to find that the one man she’d never counted on seeing again—the one man she’d never been able to forget—is now her only option for freedom. She knows asking him to help is probably a bigger mistake than the one she’s just made, but her heart isn’t listening. Views: 24
Julie Wilson lives a charmed life as a beloved teacher and aunt in the small town of Woodland. Close to her brother and guardian of two adorable Yorkies, she loves her life, the only negative being ex-boyfriend, Ray who can't seem to understand the phrase, "We're done." Believing that's her only problem, Julie has no idea what hell awaits her during a normal summer afternoon. Remmy Foster is the quirky, friendly drifter who has never found roots after a difficult childhood, as well as the difficulties her very special gift brings into her life. Though she may call it exploring, the truth is she's running from ghosts that haunt her every step.After a chance meeting with Julie while hitchhiking, Remmy will be thrown head first into darkness she could never have foreseen, regardless of her abilities. As the clock ticks, life and death is on her shoulders to make the right connection.Warning - Some scenes may be to intense for some readers. Views: 24
