SOME THINGS ARE JUST TOO HARD TO IMAGINE...For instance, Dawn Leland never thought in a million years that she and her girls would ever end up back with her in-laws. Sixteen years is a long time to be away, but life has dealt her something unexpected. Now she has no choice.AND SOME THINGS DON'T BEAR THINKING ABOUT...Sephrona Leland said good riddance to bad rubbish when her son's widow took her two little girls and left Knoxville all those years ago. And despite her husband's best efforts, the bitterness still remains.BUT ALL THINGS TURN OUT IN THE END...It takes some forgiveness, a little understanding and the magic of two young girls to make everyone see that--although it's hard to imagine--they have all ended up where they belong. Views: 30
Set in an imaginary future country carved out of Italy, “Goodbye, Padania” is the story of a young woman’s attempt to go beyond the role that fate has apparently designed for her: contract killer. Against the background of the death agonies of a pariah state, Daria Rigoletti transforms herself first into a people-smuggler and then into a cult leader, but circumstances combine against her. Views: 30
"Wintersong is a maze of beauty and darkness, of music and magic and glittering things, all tied together with exquisite writing. This is a world you will want to stay lost in." —Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling authorDark, romantic, and unforgettable, Wintersong is an enchanting coming-of-age story for fans of Labyrinth and Beauty and the Beast.The last night of the year. Now the days of winter begin and the Goblin King rides abroad, searching for his bride...All her life, Liesl has heard tales of the beautiful, dangerous Goblin King. They've enraptured her mind, her spirit, and inspired her musical compositions. Now eighteen and helping to run her family's inn, Liesl can't help but feel that her musical dreams and childhood fantasies are slipping away.But when her own sister is taken by the Goblin King, Liesl has no choice but to journey to the Underground to... Views: 30
As a young man, Simon, Viscount Wycombe learned the painful truth that a tradesman’s daughter is suitable only for liaisons and nothing more. But Ivy Beecham is a far cry from his preconceived notions, and he’s determined to have her. But when she rejects him, it only increases his determination to seduce her into a world of sin and pleasure.Ivy Beecham knows first-hand that handsome aristocrats like Simon can’t be trusted. But the intellectual scoundrel is hellbent on making her his mistress, using every means at his seductive disposal. When she refuses to give away her heart on Christmas Eve, a ghostly specter shows her in one night why her surrender can be the greatest gift of all.Review"Delectably sensual...intensely emotional." -- Lucy Monroe, USA Today bestselling authorSilver Star Award"Carnally, Ivy and Simon have a connection that left me whimpering with tension. Their moves from raw sex to tender adoration. Their love is a bit obsessive at times, leaving me on the edge of my seat for what unusual thing will happen next. Ms. Burns has written such an appealing story that I found myself eagerly looking for the end just so I could see what would happen between these astounding characters. Although I normally do not gravitate to the historical novels, A Bluestocking Christmas has definitely changed my mind and is most deserving of a Silver Star Award. "― Just Erotic Romance Reviews"Monica Burns has a writing style that is fluid and graceful. Team that up with a pen drenched with illicit wordplay, and it brings the readers to a fever pitch within the first few chapters! The premise is fully flavored with originality and creativity. This reader has never read anything Ms. Burns has written and not fallen totally under the spell of her writing!" -- ParaNormalRomance - 4 Stars"No one sets fire to the page like Monica Burns." ― eCataromance"Definitely recommended reading." ― The Romance StudioFrom the AuthorIf I'm a new-to-you author and you're unsure whether or not you'll like the book, check out my Free, full-length novel Love's Portrait here on Amazon. amzn.to/GZpbGK Views: 30
This bite sized Werewolf Keep novelette is a prequel to the trilogy and follows the adventures of Charlie Hughson, a feisty blue-stocking, as she attempts to help a man with no name, on trial for murder, and about to be condemned to an insane asylum.After being found unconscious beside the body of a man whose throat has been torn out, ex-priest and Opera singer, Juan Alvarez, has just spent the last three weeks in a foul prison cell, awaiting trial. Filthy, bloody and near-starving, with eyes that tell of a journey to hell and back, he is hardly a Victorian lady’s dream of the perfect gentleman.But Charlie will go to outrageous and inappropriate lengths to safeguard and stay beside the man who has stolen her heart.Even if that man turns out to be a werewolf. Views: 30
Tessa Jordan, abusive marriage survivor and owner of Tessa's Treasures, an antique store, has sworn off relationships of any kind--until she comes face to face with the object of her teenage crush and falls into his arms, literally. Widower Lucas Raven has returned to Duncan after retiring from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. Lucas has two things in mind: ask Tessa to look at the antiques he found in the attic of his house, and see if his feelings for her have lasted through the years. She does, and they have--tenfold. When Tessa realizes the scrimshaw doll she's agreed to sell has a curse attached to it, she wonders if it's behind the strange things happening to her. Is it truly the doll wreaking havoc, or is someone out to get her? And since she's sworn off relationships, how can she keep a very determined Lucas at arm's length?Review"She knows how to draw readers in and keep you there for the duration." 5 * Tessa's Treasures."Her characters are real and believable and her craft spotless." Review of Tessa's Treasures. Long and Short Reviews:This is a sweetly sensual book about two people who's lives have diverged but fate gives them a second chance together. While there are a few subplots, the real spotlight is on the characterizations and interactions predominantly between Lucas and Tessa. It's a sweet, gentle read and highly enjoyable.From the AuthorTessa's Treasures is one of a series of books on The Curse of the Scrimshaw Doll. To read about the other books in the series, go here: talesofthescrimshawdoll.wordpress.com/ Views: 30
The Vampire Awakening Series Bundle (Books 1-3) by Brenda K. Davies
The first three books in the USA Today bestselling Vampire Awakenings Series.
Book 1, Awakened.
Traumatized by her past, and struggling to move on from it, Sera has spent the past three years of college hiding from the world and content to stay that way. A chance encounter with Liam shatters her sheltered world. Sera is shaken by the strange emotions he arises in her, emotions she never thought she would experience, but she finds herself opening up to him more every day. Harboring a dark and deadly secret of his own, Liam knows he should stay away from Sera as he will only bring her more hurt. However, he finds himself irresistibly drawn to her.
But when their pasts collide with their present, and Liam’s true nature is revealed, will their love for each other be enough, or will they be torn apart forever?
Book 2, Destined.
Terrified of becoming mated like her parents, Isabelle has locked herself away to avoid their fate. She is content to stay sheltered amongst her family as she lives out her days away from the human race, and the world. Despite her determination to remain alone, her world is rocked when a person from her parent’s past arrives at their door, bringing with them the powerful, and stunning vampire Stefan.
Stefan isn't expecting to walk into a nest full of vampires, but he is immediately drawn to the vibrant, often defiant, and willful Isabelle. To his surprise, Isabelle does everything in her power to avoid him, and her desire for him. No matter how hard she tries to fight it though, Isabelle begins to realize that trying to deny her destiny may destroy them both, as some things cannot be stopped. Just as she starts to let her guard down, Stefan’s dark and deadly past catches up to him and threatens to destroy them both.
Book 3, Untamed.
His entire life Ethan has been keeping his more violent urges a secret from his family. They all think he is just antisocial, what they don’t know is that every day he struggles not to give into his growing desire to kill. Looking to escape for a little bit and hoping a change of scenery will help him, he agrees to join Isabelle and Stefan in Bermuda.
What he doesn’t expect is for Emma to walk into his life and change it in ways he never could have anticipated. Just when he finally begins to find some peace in his life, a dangerous threat from Emma’s past arrives. Ethan is willing to do anything to keep Emma safe, even if it means giving into the brutality he’s spent his entire life fighting. Giving in a little though, may mean giving in forever, if he is unable to bring himself back from the darkness that has always enticed him.
Due to sexual content, violence, and language, this book is recommended for readers 18+ years of age.
Each book in this series involves a different couple.
Recommended Reading Order for The Vampire Awakenings Series:
Awakened (Book 1)
Destined (Book 2)
Untamed (Book 3)
Enraptured (Book 4)
Undone (Book 5)
Fractured (Book 6)
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Eternal life is to die for....
Seventeen-year-old Zoe Vanderveen is a GAP - a genetically altered person. She lives in the security of a walled city on prime waterfront property alongside other equally beautiful people with extended life spans. Her brother, Liam, is missing.
Noah Brody is a natural who lives on the outside. He leads protests against the GAPs and detests the widening chasm they've created between those who have and those who don't. He doesn't like girls like Zoe and he has good reason not to like her specifically.
Zoe's carefree life takes a traumatic turn. She's in trouble and it turns out that Noah, the last guy on earth she should trust, is the only one who can help her.
The Perception Series books ( SF/mystery/romance) are young adult novels that take place in the not-too-distant future in a world changed by climate extremes, natural disasters, and impending wars, and where scientific breakthroughs cause class divisions - both financially and philosophically. It explores the clash between faith and science and how differences can separate us as enemies or ally us together. And in some cases, even in the midst of betrayal and personal crisis, there's room to fall in love. Views: 30
