A story of risk, adventure, and daring as four Americans race to win the gold medal in the most dangerous competition in Olympic history. In the 1930s, as the world hurtled toward war, speed was all the rage, and one of the fastest and most thrilling ways to attain it was through the new sport of bobsledding. Exotic, exciting, and above all dangerous, it was the must-see event of the 1932 Winter Olympics at Lake Placid, the first Olympic Games on American soil. Bobsledding required exceptional skill and extraordinary courage—qualities the American team had in abundance. They were four friends who came together for the first and only time for this one competition. There was the high-society playboy Jay O'Brien and the has-been Hollywood star Tippy Grey, both neck-deep in scandal. Then there was Eddie Eagan, who grew up poor but became one of the brightest lawyers in New York and one of the best boxers on the planet. And the heart of the team was... Views: 9
A summer romance, built to lastAndrzej Kaminski—Ski to his friends—has always wanted to be a doctor. At least that’s what his father tells him. Ski’s not so sure. With medical school no longer a foregone conclusion, Ski suddenly has no purpose, no direction. He has no idea what he wants to do—football and wrestling don’t count. Samantha Thunder's life is overflowing with two-by-fours and sacks of mortar. She doesn’t have time for romance, especially pretty frat-boys with dreamy pecs. She needs to run the family construction business, whether she likes it or not—which means staying far, far away from big, muscled distractions. Unfortunately, she can’t stay far, far away, no matter how hard she tries. This summer, Samantha is managing the renovation of the Phi Rho fraternity house on the Ritter University campus, and Ski is babysitting the house while he pretends to take some summer classes. The pressure is on for both of them to make some major decisions—about their future, and about each other. Walking away may be the best answer. If only they could… Reader Note This Ritter University book is part of series of interconnected but stand-alone books. Please check out the other Ritter University books coming soon: What Happens in College... (available August 2015) Christmas Breakdown (available October 2015) Rushing In (available January 2016) Views: 9
Secrets never stay buried for long... Lucy Harper has always been good at one thing: running from her past. But when her beloved Nana Lily passes away she has no choice except to return to the one place in the world she most wants to avoid... Luna Bay hasn't changed much in the eight years she has spent in London. The little Yorkshire village is still just as beautiful, but the new pub landlord is a gorgeous addition to the scenery! Lucy only intended to stay for a day, yet when she discovers that Nana Lily has not only left her a cottage but also 'The Broken Hearts Book Club', Lucy is intrigued. Her Nana never have mentioned the club and Lucy can't wait to get started, but walking into her first meeting she is more aware than ever that her past is finally catching up with her. One way or another, Lucy must finally face the secrets she's kept buried for so long – or spend the rest of her life on the run... Don't miss the exciting new title The Broken Hearts Book Club by Lynsey... Views: 9
An intriguing 19th Century historical mystery.July, 1829. When a female corpse, dressed in male clothing, is discovered lying in a haystack in the Worcestershire countryside, rumour and superstition abound. For the sighting of a man in white robes fleeing from the scene leads to suspicion that the 'Devil's Monk' is responsible for the crime. According to local legend, this vengeful apparition appears at intervals to molest and kill.Constable Thomas Potts is dismissive of the rumours – but without knowing the victim's identity, he'll need the devil's own luck to catch her killer. And when a second body turns up, Potts is under pressure to track down the murderer before hysteria engulfs the town. Views: 9
Angel Bondesan can't decide if Nico Vitale is the worst or best thing to ever happen to her. But it doesn't matter. Because it's over. Back in the small town where she was kidnapped, Angel grieves for her father and tries to put her feelings for Nico behind her. Then she finds out that the Vitale family is under attack by the one man who scared her more than Nico. Drawn like a moth to a flame, Angel offers Nico her help only to have the person she loves most becomes a casualty of the raging turf war. Now the only way to avert tragedy is to become part of the world -- and the man -- who might destroy her. From New York City to Miami to Los Angeles, Angel and Nico are on the run -- and their undeniable passion might be the most dangerous enemy of all.** Views: 9
Laurie McBain's classic bestselling Dominick saga"Now you can see how easily an ill-spoken word can cast doubt on or even destroy the feelings we thought inviolate," Dante warned her. "Never let anyone turn you against me, Rhea. Promise me that."Newly-wed, Lady Rhea Claire and Dante Leighton must return to England, where their reception is anything but warm.Now armed with wealth and power, Dante is a target for the murderous smugglers who despoiled his family home, while Rhea's father, the powerful Duke of Camareigh, vehemently rejects their marriage.The two lovers thought themselves invincible together. But in the riveting conclusion of McBain's epic trilogy, Dante's determination to reclaim his family seat and Rhea's desperation to win over her father threaten to cause an insurmountable rift that could break them apart forever.Praise for Laurie McBain:"Well-crafted and wonderfully romantic."—Romantic Times"Lush and... Views: 9
Paige Alexander, successful host of A New York Minute, adores her job and will do anything to save the show that's her brainchild. But when IBC, fronted by Josh Lambert, buys NYCBC, Paige's show is cancelled, and her choices are unemployment or a non-starring role on a new show co-hosted by Jerk Lambert, a man who makes her hotter than hell in every way.Having scaled the golden rungs of the corporate ladder, Josh doesn't do relationships or complicated. Promised a multimillion dollar payday if he turns Wakin' Up—the show that replaced Paige's—into a hit, Josh kisses uncomplicated goodbye when she shows up. The woman fascinates and terrifies in equal measure, and he's suddenly questioning the value of gold versus the value of her. Forced together in an Hawaiian paradise, the steam just keeps rising—on set, in the sauna, and in the narrowing distance between them. Views: 9
Every Heart Sings, A Romance Book by Mackenzie Lucas Views: 9
WOULD YOU TO BREECH THE FABRIC OF TIME TO SAVE WALT'S LEGACY? How far would you be willing to go to save your life—as well as the potential future of your boss, Walt Disney? Would you put your life in the hands of a mysterious security guard named Wolf who seems to have uncanny abilities that reach far beyond the realms of logic? Wolf has dedicated his life to guarding his boss Walt Disney. Little did he know how far-reaching that dedication would extend. WOLF TIRELESSLY TRIES TO STOP A MALICIOUS VILLAIN Dr. Claude Houser, a doctor and scientist employed by Walt Disney, finds his life and Walt's future threatened by an unknown blackmailer. Wolf sends Disneyland cast member Wals Davis to aid the doctor and a damsel in distress. Wals now finds himself in a bizarre—yet strangely familiar—setting where time moves differently and things that occur in the present seem to have a profound effect on things that happen in the past. WILL THEY RETURN HOME OR BE STUCK IN... Views: 9
