"A big-bang debut."—Library Journal A debut novel about a young artist, a missing woman, and the tendrils of wealth and power that link the art scene in Brooklyn to Manhattan's elite, for fans of Jonathan Lethem and Richard PriceReddick, a young, white artist, lives in Bedford-Stuyvesant, a historically black Brooklyn neighborhood besieged by gentrification. He makes rent as an art handler, hanging expensive works for Manhattan's one percent, and spends his free time playing basketball at the local Y rather than putting energy into his stagnating career. He is also the last person to see Hannah before she disappears.When Hannah's fiancé, scion to an old-money Upper East Side family, refuses to call the police, Reddick sets out to learn for himself what happened to her. The search gives him a sense of purpose, pulling him through a dramatic cross section of the city he never knew existed. The truth of... Views: 691
An ordinary night. An ordinary bar. Two extraordinary men. When the nearly identical hunks of male perfection walk into the restaurant where Brittany works, she absolutely, positively does not expect them to glance her way. They don't just glance, they stare. She does not expect a proposition so hot she can barely believe it. Still, she accepts. Eagerly. And one night of passion ruins her for every other man on the planet. She can't stop thinking about them. Wanting them. Needing them. But they aren't what they seem. They're not human, but Dragon and Rider. Beast and Dragonborn. They live to protect humanity. To protect life. But war is brewing... dragon vs dragon, brother vs brother, ice vs fire. Brittany soon finds herself not just giving them her heart, but in the middle of a war she can't possibly understand.... Views: 691
Pampered, fun-loving Laurie Sinclair hates everything about the rough, ugly mining town of Lucky Creek, California. She only left Philadelphia because her wealthy father opened the Monarch Gold Mine—and because Brandon, the man she'd hoped to marry, sent her away. But when Brandon changes his mind, she's ready to pack her bags—until her father is suddenly killed in a mine explosion, and her brother is badly injured . . . As troubles mount for the Sinclairs, including a ruinous unexpected debt, they save themselves by selling half their mine ownership to Darcy McKenna, a friend of Laurie's late father. Brusque and brooding, Darcy is the opposite of exuberant Laurie. Yet as Laurie stays on to help him in the office, Darcy soon finds himself smiling and happier, while Laurie finds her interests are changing. She might even be falling for Darcy. But her heart won't truly be tested until Brandon shows up—and throws her life into chaos . . . Praise... Views: 690
A Merry Little Set Of Regency RomancesChristmas is a time of celebration as well as family and friends. Join these six award winning and bestselling Regency authors as they share with you the season for romance Jenna Jaxon - Married By ChristmasAfter two miserable Seasons, Miss Marianne Covington is determined not to have a third and enlists the help of long-time friend William Stanley to assist her. Will wagers he can find her a husband before Christmas. But when none of the suitors suit, he is ready to do something drastic for the woman who’s become more than just a friend... Angelina Jameson - The Christmas Wager Lord Chastain, darling of the gossip sheets, has seven days to turn a lady’s head. Lady Iris, aware of the wager, finds the earl hard to resist. As the pair spend the holidays together, Chastain finds his own head turned and Iris discovers you can’t believe everything you read...Nadine Millard - His Yuletide BrideDaniel, Duke of Darthford, had pined for Sarah Starling since her disappearance three years ago. When Daniel and Sarah unexpectedly cross paths again, it’s no surprise that sparks fly once more. Could this Christmas bring two hearts back together, again? And can love truly conquer all?Tabetha Waite - Twelve Gifts By ChristmasWhen Lady Philomena Wallace, the Countess of Lipscomb, receives a gift from a secret admirer, she imagines it’s a lark. It isn’t until a stranger from her past abruptly returns that she has to make a choice between a mysterious suitor - and a second chance at love!Annabelle Anders - Hell Hath Frozen Over (Devilish Debutantes #4.5)The Duchess of Prescott, now a widow, fears she’s experienced all life has to offer. Thomas Findlay, a wealthy industrialist, knows she has not. Can he convince her she has love and passion in her future? And if he does, cans she convince herself to embrace it? Anna Bradley - Boughs Of FollyHe's a scandalous rake who needs a respectable wife. She's a notorious actress who was once a lady. Will they give in to the passion between them, or will it take a Christmas miracle to bring them together? Views: 690
Magic, Mayhem, And... Mummies.Though Jyximus Faire lives in a crumbling tenement in the Underground City, he escapes the squalor to attend lessons in magic and sorcery at the prestigious Academy in the City Above. But the pace isn't fast enough for Jyx. He wants to learn everything – and he wants to learn it now.Then the dreaded necromancer general Eufame Delsenza sets her sights on Jyx; she needs a new apprentice, and Jyx fits the bill. When she tasks him with helping to prepare royal mummies for an all-important procession, the impatient student realises this might be a chance of a lifetime.Will Jyx take his education into his own inexperienced hands? Can a necromancer's apprentice really learn to raise the dead – and control them?The Necromancer's Apprentice is the first book in a dark fantasy Underground City series. If you like Harry Potter, Tim Burton or Neil Gaiman, then you'll love Icy... Views: 690
