Downtrodden detective Erlendur and his team must once again investigate Reykjavík's hidden past to unravel a case of human nastiness. Alive with tension and atmosphere and disturbingly real, this is an outstanding continuation of the Reykjavík Murder MysteriesBuilding work in an expanding Reykjavík uncovers a shallow grave. Years before, this part of the city was all open hills, and Erlendur and his team hope this is a typical Icelandic missing person scenario; perhaps someone once lost in the snow, who has lain peacefully buried for decades. Things are never that simple. Whilst Erlendur struggles to hold together the crumbling fragments of his own family, his case unearths many other tales of family pain. The hills have more than one tragic story to tell: tales of failed relationships and heartbreak; of anger, domestic violence and fear; of family loyalty and family shame. Few people are still alive who can tell the story, but even secrets taken to the grave cannot remain... Views: 26
After the death of old Dr Grantly, a bitter struggle begins over who will succeed him as Bishop of Barchester. And when the decision is finally made to appoint the evangelical Dr Proudie, rather than the son of the old bishop, Archdeacon Grantly, resentment and suspicion threaten to cause deep divisions within the diocese. Trollope's masterly depiction of the plotting and back-stabbing that ensues lies at the heart of one of the most vivid and comic of his Barsetshire novels, peopled by such very different figures as the saintly Warden of Hiram's Hospital, Septimus Harding, the ineffectual but well-meaning new bishop and his terrifying wife, and the oily chaplain Mr Slope who has designs on Mr Harding's daughter. Views: 26
Secrets from the past emerge in the present--and the consequences are unexpected for these two couples.YESTERDAY'S ECHOESTragedy had befallen Rosie when she was a vulnerable sixteen-year-old--and Jake Lucas had witnessed the entire thing. Since then Rosie has built a successful career, not allowing anyone near the woman behind the cheerful face she shows to the world. But Jake has entered her life again, and he isn't about to let her forget the past.MASTER OF PLEASURESasha walked away from handsome millionaire Gabriel Calbrini to marry another--and he's never forgiven her. Now widowed, Sasha is shocked when Gabriel is named heir to her late husband's wealth and guardian to her two sons. But Sasha won't surrender. There's far too much at stake--especially the one thing that Gabriel must never know.... Views: 26
Lila Collins was born into a lie. Her entire miserable life is so full of tragedy and heartache it’s a wonder she’s still alive…but it’s all about to change.While working the closing shift at a local bar Lila is propositioned by an ultra-wealthy southern belle and offered an opportunity that sounds too good to be true—a crazy lucrative bar tending gig at an underground fighting ring, the Club Malevolence. Lila’s descent into the depths of depravity is calculated, her every move predestined, everything is the way they want it to be—all except for Barrett Warde. The much-hated fighter is the answer to all that is good and kind, an anti-hero as sexy as he is dangerous. Lila knows there’s no escaping this brutal man’s desires. It’s best if she just submits. Views: 26
Passion, peril, and a scandal that will rock American politics.Scottie Darden's life is a disaster. Her marriage has become toxic, and her career as a photojournalist has stalled out. To attract the attention of the main players in the news industry, she needs a standout story with a unique perspective. What she finds is a scandal that could turn the 2016 presidential election upside down. But before she can release her damaging images to the media, Scottie must uncover the truth behind the photographs. She turns to handsome mystery man Guy Jordan for help. When they join the campaign trail in search of answers, their investigation quickly becomes deadly.Hop on board for a wild ride of adventure where desire ignites, lives are threatened, and secrets are revealed. Views: 26
For the sake of a child Rundles and Salingers don't mix. Not since the
tragic accident involving Zach Rundle's brother and Lindsey Salinger's mother.
But when the well-being of Zach's five-year-old nephew is at stake, Zach and
Lindsey are dragged together again. At first Zach thinks the social worker is stirring
up the old feud. But he soon realizes that's the last thing on her mind. Before
long, the attraction they'd felt twelve years ago returns, too. Could a
child's needs bring them together? More important - would it help keep them
together? Views: 26
Pietro has strict rules for his marriage…****
And he’s breaking every one of them!
Pietro Morelli is breaking his own rule—seducing his virgin bride! Heiress Emmeline is meant to be a wife of convenience, but the intense chemistry between them is more powerful than either can deny. But while Pietro hides a devastating secret, can they ever have more than a marriage in name only?
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After spending two years on the run following an assault that nearly took her life, Bea Morrison returns home… But home isn’t how she left it. Her mother is ailing with dementia and now lives with her brother, Ben. Even Ben isn’t the same. An incredibly famous rock star, he is bitter and angry over Bea’s self-inflicted exile. But Bea can’t explain why she left—it’s impossible to describe what living with PTSD means, and how her life has turned into hell. But that’s not the only issue that’s kept Bea away for so long… A deep depression has taken possession of her, to the point that getting out of bed becomes a chore. The relentless paparazzi chasing Ben’s fame only heighten her anxiety. And family secrets are far from dead and buried. It takes just one meeting with an old friend, Splinter Nightingale, to make her path clear—move to Connecticut, attend college, and start an ordinary life. Her plan for a semi-normal life is going fine—until she meets Professor David Long… It isn’t long until David shows an interest in Bea, and soon after, interest turns to obsession. Fearing for her safety, Bea sees everything falling to pieces. And right when she finds a way out, she vanishes a second time…and not by choice. Bea must find something worth fighting for, or she will face death yet again. This time she may not make it back alive…** Views: 26
Primo Levi was one of the most astonishing voices to emerge from the twentieth century. This landmark selection of his short stories opens up a world of wonder, love, cruelty and curious twists of fate, where nothing is as it seems. In 'The Fugitive' an office worker composes the most beautiful poem ever with unforeseen consequences, while 'Magic Paint' sees a group of researchers develop a paint that mysteriously protects them from misfortune. 'Gladiators' and 'The Knall' are chilling explorations of mass violence, and in 'The Tranquil Star' a simple story of stargazing becomes a meditation on language, imagination and infinity. Views: 26
A diamond is a girl's best friend but Roy Butler is so much more. I blog for a living, traveling from place to place, and getting paid to do so.It's a pretty good gig, if you ask me.But, I'll admit, it's incredibly hard to find a partner.It's just one night after another.And that gets pretty boring.That is, until I met Roy Butler.Now, this isn't the first time I've met the billionaire.He almost had me arrested one time.But, he decided a slap on the wrist was enough.Things are different this time around.I've changed.But, he's just as hot as ever.And, if I play my cards right, maybe, just maybe, he'll fall right into my hand.Or, will an airport mix-up screw up everything?Will he trust me or will he believe the past?In a world filled with rhinestones, will I be the gem to peak his interest?Or, will someone else sparkle even brighter? Views: 26
THE TOWN WAS BUZZING OVER RAFE's RETURN... Some said there would be trouble. Bound to be. Trouble hung around Rafe MacKade like a bell around a bull's neck. Oh, he was as handsome as ever, with those devil's good looks the MacKades were gifted -- or cursed -- with. If a female had breath in her body, she couldn't help but look twice at that loose-legged stride that seemed to dare anyone to get in the way. And what about that newcomer, Regan Bishop? Pretty as a picture, but a little prim. Would she be impervious to the legendary MacKade charm? Sure didn't look that way.... Views: 26
