HE SAVED HER WITH CHIVALRY, HE LOVED HER WITH SAVAGERY- SHE LURED HIM TO ECSTASY When handsome Lord Chatham rescued the golden-haired Ondine from England's gallows, he demanded only one thing in return . .. her hand in marriage. In gratitude, Ondine consented to his plans -- yet refused his touch. Though his smoldering desire aroused her own secret temptations, Ondine defied her mysterious husband. Until suddenly, in the notorious court of Charles II, the sapphire-eyed beauty was plunged into a web of danger and desire, jealousy and romance. As secrets exploded, and swords clashed in vengeance, the strangers in marriage became partners in passion, and lovers on fire... Views: 33
Is happily ever after…a rumor?
A NOTORIOUS CRIME
A
duchess awaiting trial for her vile husband’s murder is the most
delicious gossip the ton has heard in years. But for Kate Townsende, the woman
in question, it could be a matter of life and death. And when a shrewd and
handsome nobleman offers to publish her side of the story while arranging for a
barrister to take her case, she’s tempted by much more than the chance to
defend herself…
A SHOCKING DESIRE
James
Bancroft, Viscount Medford, tells himself he’s only interested in a
best-selling pamphlet, but Kate’s stubborn determination is captivating.
Could the accused widow be telling the truth? At first, James isn’t sure of
anything but his growing desire for her—but before long he’s willing to risk
much more than his reputation to make the infamous beauty his wife…
Views: 33
From acclaimed author Anna Schmidt comes a sweeping historical Western romance about the unbreakable bonds of family, second chances, and a whole lot of heart in the Wild West."I barely know you, and yet there's something about you that I trust. But why?""You know me, Maria. I'm the guy trouble follows. Best if you keep your distance."She ran the backs of her fingers along the line of his jaw. "And what if I don't want to keep my distance?" Her voice was barely a whisper."Fair warning," he murmured, and pulled her close.Caught between a greedy corporation and a desperate love of the land, Maria Porterfield barely has time to mourn her father's death. If her family is to survive, it'll be up to her to take charge—but she can't do it alone. When a mysterious drifter rides into town, the handsome cowboy seems like an answer to her prayers. But Chet isn't interested in settling down, no matter how tempting the offer...Chet made his way West... Views: 33
The nineteenth novel in Michael Jecks?s medieval Knights Templar series. Exeter, 1323: a strange figure ? obsessed with children ? seems intent on entering people?s homes at night. Though many believe him to be harmless, a man now lies dead, slaughtered for protecting his family, and the person responsible must be caught. To Sir Baldwin de Furnshill, the death is suspicious, for the victim had many enemies amid the city?s criminal underworld. As the country prepares for yet another civil war, Baldwin faces an impossible task. And when two further bodies are uncovered, the city shudders at the prospect of a killer still at large... Views: 33
Rachel has secured herself a rare position at the newest Harvey House in New Mexico. She looks forward to a new life there, far from the memories and longings of her heart—only to find that the very man her heart refuses to forget will be working right alongside her! Westward Chronicles Book 2. Views: 33
National bestselling author Susan Wittig Albert takes readers back in time to small-town Darling, Alabama, in the 1930s—where the Darling Savings and Trust has just closed and the women of the Darling Dahlias’ garden club are betting their bottom dollar there’s going to be trouble… It’s the spring of 1933 and times are tough all over. The only businessman not struggling is moonshiner Mickey LeDoux, though he still has to steer clear of federal agents. But banks are closing all over the country, and the small town of Darling is no exception. Folks are suddenly caught short on cash and everyone is in a panic. Desperate to avoid disaster, several town leaders—including Alvin Duffy, the bank’s new vice president—hatch a plan to print Darling Dollars on newspaperman Charlie Dickens’ printing press. The “funny money” can serve as temporary currency so the town can function. But when the first printing of the scrip disappears, the Darling Dahlias set out to discover who made an unauthorized withdrawal. Meanwhile County Treasurer Verna Tidwell questions whether she can trust Alvin Duffy—and the feelings he stirs up inside her. And Liz Lacy learns her longtime beau may be forced into a shotgun wedding. Seems other troubles don’t just go away when there’s a crisis. There’ll be no pennies from heaven, but if anyone can balance things out, folks can bank on the Darling Dahlias… Includes Southern-Style Depression-Era Recipes ReviewPraise for the Darling Dahlias Mysteries: “The prolific Albert excels at the period piece, with a gracious plenitude of Southern color and Depression-era detail, and again offers an uplifting meditation on how friends, neighbors, and strangers combined to help each other during America’s darkest economic days.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch “This sweet book captures the true tone of a small town.”—The Times-Picayune “Captivating…Charming characters, a fast-paced plot, and a strong sense of history help make this a superior cozy.”—*Publishers Weekly * “Cozy fans will be delighted…Another exceptional series.” —Booklist (starred review) “Plenty of charm and period detail.”—*Kirkus Reviews * “The author of the popular China Bayles Mysteries brings a small Southern town to life and vividly captures an era and culture—the Depression, segregation, class differences, the role of women in the South—with authentic period details. Her book fairly sizzles with the strength of the women of Darling.”—*Library Journal *About the AuthorSusan Wittig Albert grew up on a farm in Illinois and earned her Ph.D. at the University of California at Berkeley. A former professor of English and a university administrator and vice president, she is the author of the China Bayles Mysteries, the Darling Dahlias Mysteries, and the Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter. Some of her recent titles include Widow’s Tears, Cat’s Claw, The Darling Dahlias and the Texas Star, and The Tale of Castle Cottage. She and her husband, Bill, coauthor a series of Victorian-Edwardian mysteries under the name Robin Paige, which includes such titles as Death at Glamis Castle and Death at Whitechapel. Views: 33
A Panzer soldier for the brutal Third Reich, Casca becomes entrenched in
Hitler's Nazi war machine and is forced to pit his credit as a soldier
against his moral judgment of humanity. Sporting the honorable Knight's
Cross and a silver tanker's badge, Casca leads the 1st SS Panzer
Regiment against the hammering forces of Ivan, the throttlehold of
Russia's military. Comradery, survival instinct, and highly developed
German tanks keep Casca and his crew forging ahead, but when the reality
of Hitler's sinister manifesto is revealed to them, they begin to
question their role in the destruction of humankind.Amidst a
bleak landscape of battle, Casca's chance encounter with a war-torn
Jewish woman puts his sense of decency to the test and takes him to the
one remaining bunker in Berlin-Hitler's lair-where he confronts the
living madman. In the clandestine chamber of Adolf Hitler, secrets are
revealed and destiny shows its hand. Views: 32
