At 23, Morgan is a little behind other women her age when it comes to dating and relationships. More specifically, she’s a virgin. Dating wasn’t a priority in high school and college, but now that Morgan has a job and her own apartment, she’s ready to jump back into the dating scene. When Morgan’s friends at work inform her that most men expect sex on the third date, she panics. She’s convinced her lack of experience will be a total turn-off for guys and make for a really awkward third date. Her friends tell her to just do it with a random guy to get it over with, but Morgan isn’t sure that’s what she wants. When she meets a guy she’s certain is her dream man, she’s ready to lose it on their third date. But doing so isn’t as easy as she thought. And then there’s the fact that she can’t get another guy out of her head. Through a series of mishaps and misunderstandings, Morgan eventually finds herself at a place she wasn’t expecting, but the place she wanted to be all along. Views: 43
Book 14 in the Detective Superintendent Peter Diamond series, one of Soho's bestselling and most critically acclaimed series, this time including a Chauceresque twist. At a Bath auction house, a large slab of carved stone is up for sale. At the height of what turns into very competitive bidding, there is a hold-up attempt by three masked robbers. They shoot and kill the highest bidder, a professor who has recognized the female figure carved in the stone as Chaucer's Wife of Bath. The masked would-be thieves flee, leaving the stone behind. Peter Diamond and his team are assigned to investigate, and the stone is moved into Diamond's office so he can research its origins. The carving causes such difficulties that he starts to think it has jinxed him. Meanwhile, as Diamond's leads take him to Chaucer's house in Somerset, his intrepid colleague Ingeborg goes undercover to try to track down the source of the fatal handgun used in the murder.From the... Views: 43
In ten years, a lot has changed for Alec McKenna. Since high school, he's transformed from the devil-may-care football star to a hardworking corporate executive. And now Alec the man has to answer for the mistakes of Alec the teenage rebel. So when he gets the invitation to his ten-year high-school reunion, he goes for one reason—Leah Andrews. The one person he can't leave in the past. The one he hurt the most.In ten years, little has changed for Leah Andrews. She feels like she's been treading the same water for a decade. And just as her life is about to change, Alec McKenna reappears. Leah doesn't want to go backward, but she can't deny the strength of her feelings for Alec, even after ten years. And if Alec can change, maybe he can help her find her way forward. And the way home…to him. Views: 43
"More psychological depth than Robinson Crusoe."—Frank McCourtPraise for Lone Wolves:"A beautiful and moving story of courage and love."—Ray Bradbury"Powerful, eloquent, and fascinating, showcasing a vanishing way of life in rich detail."—Kirkus Reviews"An adept focus on coming-of-age and an illuminating glimpse of Native Alaskan cultures."—The Horn Book"A gifted storyteller with a unique perspective. . . . A breathlessly paced and thrilling ride for readers of all ages."—Cambridge Book ReviewPraise for The Great Death and Alaskan:"Gripping and poignant. . . . Smelcer's prose is clean and rich; original yet unpretentious."—Horn Book, starred review"John Smelcer is Alaska's modern-day Jack London."—W.P. Kinsella"An indispensible contribution to Alaskan literature."—J. D. Salinger"Smelcer speaks from the land, for... Views: 43
Carausius is born into a savage life. His father was a respected warrior chief, a leader of men. But as a boy, Carausius witnesses his violent death. As the boy grows into a man and then a soldier, he dedicates himself to the cause of Rome. As a centurion in the Empire's mighty Army, he earns the respect of his men: soldiers who will fight, and die if necessary, at his command. But, just like his father before him, he is surrounded by enemies - both within and without. He must manoeuvre his way through battle, knowing who to trust and who to put to death; not easy when paranoia among the ruling elite is so rife. Will Carausius emerge victorious where so many before him failed and earn the great title of all. Augustus. Or will he meet an early, violent death, as his father did before him. 'Arthur Britannicus' is a vivid and memorable portrayal of the life of a Roman champion. It is perfect for fans of Ben Kane and Simon Scarrow. 'A thrilling story which weaves together both history and legend.' - Richard Foreman, best-selling author of the Swords of Rome series. 'A fantastic insight into Roman life.' - Tom Kasey, best-selling author of 'The Dante Conspiracy'. Paul Bannister is a journalist and author. Endeavour Press is the UK's leading independent publisher of digital books. Views: 43
