Demure young beauty Lady Imilda Harsbourne's stepmother, the Countess of Harsbourne, is determined to have Imilda married off to an eligible – and 'important' – bachelor as soon as possible. But after enduring several Society balls as a debutante, Imilda is thoroughly disillusioned and vows never to marry unless it is for love alone.So she is horrified when her stepmother arranges for her to be wed to the Marquis of Melverley, who, although dashingly handsome, is a notorious 'ladies' man'. Despite her pleas, her father will not help her and she has no choice but to run away. But to where?Then Imilda has a cunning idea. Since his return from the War, the Marquis has never returned to his family seat, Melverley Park, which stands empty apart from a skeleton staff. And so, clutching a forged a letter of introduction from the Marquis, Imilda arrives to take charge of the estate's Herb Garden. While exploring The Park's library, though, she finds to her horror that a gang of... Views: 627
Do you want to be a viscount?Adam is shocked when his employer unexpectedly becomes a viscount, but he is more shocked when his employer is murdered. When the killer spots Adam, there's only one thing Adam can do: flee. Fortunately, he has his employer's papers with him, including a boarding ticket to England. Less fortunately, everyone is eager to introduce him as a new viscount. If Adam is going to avoid imprisonment for impersonating a nobleman, he needs to convince people that he actually is one. The only problem... He doesn't know anything about being an aristocrat. She'll make a viscount out of you.Pretty, intelligent Lady Isla McIntyre knows everything about being an aristocrat. She was supposed to become a duchess, until her fiancé brazenly eloped with another woman. Now she has plenty of time on her hands and is eager to distract herself from her new status as an ostracized spinster. Training Adam was supposed to be a diversion, but it was never supposed to involve her heart. Views: 627
Beast Smith has a secret. He knows who his mate is, but he hasn't told her, nor has he claimed her. He wants to, more than anything, but Suzy Cain is ... weak. He has to protect her, and even if that means staying away from her, he will do it. But being close to her without claiming her is torture. When he catches her alone, he can't deny himself any longer. He has to have her.One kiss and Suzy's body is on fire. She can't believe this man is hers, so when he summons her to his cabin, she intends to tell him just how wrong he is.Beast is not wrong. He is the alpha. He's strong, determined, and won't take no for an answer—and Suzy wants him more than anything in the world.The full moon is approaching, and their mating can no longer be hidden. Can Beast protect her from the pack he fears will reject their mating? Whatever happens, he will do what it takes to keep her safe. She is his mate, and it is time the pack knows who they are dealing with. Views: 627
A beautiful story of love, family and second chances, with a remarkable family at its heart, from the Sunday Times bestselling author So much can change in half a lifetime... Then At fifteen, George is the foster brother Leah never asked for. As the angry, troubled boy struggles to come to terms with his circumstances, Leah finds herself getting drawn closer to him. Theo's wealthy family have mysteriously pulled him out of boarding school and he's now enrolled at the local state school with Leah and George. When their worlds collide that summer, the three teenagers form a bond they believe will be unbreakable. But life doesn't always go to plan... Now Shocking news brings Leah back to Yorkshire, baby daughter in tow. But Emilie's father Theo isn't with them, and George has unexpectedly returned. After half a lifetime, have they healed the scars of their pasts? Will coming back home set their hearts in a... Views: 627
A rare visitor to a hospice near Rome draws out macabre reminiscences from inmate Franco Tira, whose life changed when the day-to-day business of disposing of dissidents got personal. A gripping, illusion-free look at people we license to kill.The year is 2040. A rare visitor to a hospice in Frascati, nestling in the hills above Rome, elicits macabre reminiscences from inmate Franco Tira, whose life changed when the day-to-day business of disposing of dissidents got personal. Who is the mysterious visitor, and what is his purpose? A gripping, illusion-free look at people we license to kill. The e-book includes, as a taster, chapter two of the author’s novella “Goodbye, Padania”, which examines the career, style and motives of another fictional cold-hearted killer, Daria Rigoletti. Views: 627
One year ago, I graduated from law school and embarked on a career as a purveyor of high priced legal shenanigans.Six months ago, my boyfriend dumped me when I thought he might be proposing.Two weeks ago, I got drunk and joined a secret sex club.Two days ago, I had a torrid one-night stand with a stranger.Today? My one-night stand is no longer a stranger.Today, he's my new boss.Matt Connover is all kinds of forbidden temptation wrapped up in a deliciously wicked package, and he's made it clear… he's only interested in sex.My name is McKayla Dawson, and I work at the powerhouse firm of Connover & Crown, LLP, where the law has never felt so hot.But between you and me, I'm afraid my heart won't survive these Legal Affairs. Views: 627
