An incredible debut novel: a coming of age tale set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire Ripper murders, ‘full of daring, authenticity and wit’ (Rachel Cusk). ‘The milkman found her. On Prince Philip Playing Fields. He crossed the dew-soaked grass toward what he took to be a bundle of clothes, but then he came across a discarded shoe, and then t’ mutilated body. her name wor Wilma McCann.’ Leeds, late 1975 and a body has been found on Prince Philip Playing Fields. Ricky, teenage delivery van boy for Corona pop, will be late for The Matterhorn Man. In the years that follow until his capture, the Yorkshire Ripper and Rick’s own life draw ever closer with unforeseen consequences. Set in a time in England's history of upheaval and change – both personal and social – this is a story told in an unforgettable voice. Views: 20
**STANDALONE — NO CLIFFHANGERS He’s a bear, and he’s an FBI agent, and he’s on a mission… To claim his mate.** Chloe Hall is confident, curvy, sassy, and fun. She loves life and she loves her job selling luxury automobiles at Wild Alpha Auto. Peter Heller is a grizzly shifter and an FBI agent investigating an auto theft ring with ties to his father’s car dealership. When Peter goes undercover as a wealthy customer and meets Chloe, all bets are off. Even though Chloe is a suspect, Peter finds it impossible to resist the siren song of her generous curves, her soft skin, and her electric touch. Likewise, Peter is everything that Chloe ever wanted. He’s devastatingly handsome, strong, and caring. But Chloe’s confidence hides a dark secret. How can she rid herself of a terrible problem to be with the only man her heart truly desires? And how can Peter investigate a woman whom his bear knows to be his one true mate? Nobody said that destiny would be easy. But neither Chloe nor Peter envisioned that it would be this hard. If Peter and Chloe are going to have a shot at a future, they’re going to have to leave their comfort zones far behind them and embrace the unknown. Because love is grand. But it’s never, ever, a walk in the park. A Note to the Reader: Faster Bear is a story of wild Alpha love. In addition to steamy lovemaking, it contains some adult language. If sizzling bear shifter romance isn't your thing, you may want to skip this book. But if you're a curvy girl who likes her leading men strong and her action scorching hot, enjoy! **If you haven't already read First Bear and Fast Bear be sure to check them out! Views: 20
Book 4 of The Pike Chronicles
A planet surrounded.
A homeland in peril.
A fleet outgunned.
A prophecy to fulfill.
With half the galaxy on the brink, can a fledgling alliance offer hope? Or is it doomed to perish in the pyres of war?
Ghost Fleet is a 75,000 word Space Opera, and Book 4 of The Pike Chronicles
As a matter of principle, all my books are DRM free.
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Book Description: A Malcolm & Suzanne Rannoch Historical Mystery Novella A year and a half after entering her unusual marriage of convenience to British attaché and intelligence agent, Malcolm Rannoch, Suzanne Rannoch pays her first visit to her husband's home. England: the country her husband fled for reasons she does not fully understand; the country Suzanne has secretly spent the last five years fighting against as a French spy. The trip takes Suzanne and her husband to the heart of London society—the world Malcolm grew up in. A glamorous labyrinth of unwritten rules and unvoiced codes. Yet the glittering ballrooms of London are not free of the intrigues of the Napoleonic Wars. The search for stolen papers that could tip the international balance of power pits Malcolm and Suzanne against each other. Suzanne faces a stark choice between her loyalty to her cause and her love for the man she married—in order to spy on him. "Shimmers like the finest salons in Vienna." —Deborah Crombie "Meticulous, delightful, and full of surprises." —Tasha Alexander "Glittering balls, deadly intrigue, sexual scandals. . .the next best thing to actually being there!"—Lauren Willig "A superb storyteller."—Deanna Raybourn About the Author: Tracy Grant studied British history at Stanford University and received the Firestone Award for Excellence in Research for her honors thesis on shifting conceptions of honor in late-fifteenth-century England. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her young daughter and three cats. In addition to writing, Tracy works for the Merola Opera Program, a professional training program for opera singers, pianists, and stage directors. Her real life heroine is her daughter Mélanie, who is very cooperative about Mummy's writing time. She is currently at work on her next book chronicling the adventures of Malcolm and Suzanne Rannoch. Visit her on the Web at www.tracygrant.org Views: 20
THE KNIGHTS OF MALTA WERE THERE WHEN JERUSALEM FELL, THEY WERE THERE WHEN THE TEMPLARS DISINTEGRATED, AND THEY'RE THERE NOW . . . WAITING IN DETROIT FOR A BORN-AGAIN CON MAN TRYING TO SAVE HIS FAMILY.Former con man Fletcher Doyle is finally home after six years in the pen. He's working a menial job, regaining his bearings in the world, and trying to revive his relationships with his wife and twelve-year-old daughter. No easy feat.But when Fletcher and his family go on a mission trip to Detroit—in the company of the condescending church leader who also happens to be his landlord—Fletcher finds his old life waiting for him. Within hours of arriving in the city, he's been blackmailed into doing a job for a mysterious criminal who calls himself The Alchemist.A series of relics hidden by the Knights of Malta, as ancient as they are priceless, are in the sights of The Alchemist. What he needs is a gifted grifter with a background... Views: 20
"Everyone has a price...I've just told you mine. Name yours." Secretary Darcy Lennox knows how demanding her billionaire boss, Maximiliano Fonseca Roselli, can be. His fierce ambition is legendary. But marrying him to secure the deal of the century is beyond the call of duty! Except Max is not a man to say no to. He's undaunted by Darcy's reluctance to enter a fake marriage. In his world, everyone has a price, and he will entice Darcy to reveal hers. But after only one searing--and very public--kiss he realizes the stakes are far higher than either of them imagined... Views: 19
Known as one of the youngest and most ambitious poker players in the country, Skyler Thorne has a reputation to uphold in Vegas this year. Her sole focus for spring semester is to perfect her game and get tournament ready – and have some fun with her sorority sisters, of course. Meeting a care-free pledge with incredible arms adds a whole new element of fun to her semester, but when a shocking discovery about his past surfaces, Skyler finds herself stuck in a game she wasn’t prepared to play. Kip Jackson is on a mission from his father. His plan was to get in, have a little fun, and then get out – on to bigger and better things. A feisty girl with bright blue eyes wasn’t on his list of things to do, but she quickly moves her way up to the very top. When he realizes completing his dad’s mission means crushing her in the process, he must decide if his dreams are worth the risk – or if he even has the same dreams, at all. Two secrets. Two hearts. Two hands being played in one twisted game of deceit. When the cards are on the table, will anyone be left standing? The perfect poker face can only hide them for so long. About the AuthorKandi Steiner is a Creative Writing and Advertising/Public Relations graduate from the University of Central Florida living in Tampa with her husband. Kandi works full time as a social media specialist, but also works part time as a Zumba fitness instructor and blackjack dealer. Kandi started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her "freedom of press." She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic (like most girls brought up on Disney movies). When Kandi isn't working or writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, talking with her extremely vocal cat, and spending time with her friends and family. She enjoys beach days, movie marathons, live music, craft beer and sweet wine - not necessarily in that order. Connect with Kandi: KandiSteiner.com www.facebook.com/KandiSteiner www.twitter.com/KandiSteiner Views: 19
Mark Jenkins might well be described as David Brent, Basil Fawlty and Paddy McGuinness all rolled into one. The hotel manager from Torquay has become one of the most familiar faces on British television, thanks to his starring role in Channel 4 s The Hotel. The programme counts its viewers in the millions (who, according to Mark, didn't all tune in by mistake), making it one of the network s most consistently popular shows. Views: 19
