Baronet Charles Donovan is hard to impress. As an up and coming member of the Beau Monde, he has seen his fair share of lovely and accomplished ladies. Unfortunately for Lindsay Beaumont, she has succeeded where all others have failed. Not within some glittering ballroom or tiresome salon, has she managed to captivate Charles. Instead, her innocent maneuverings have expertly entangled Charles in a family drama that results in him being impressed into His Majesty's Royal Navy.Now, the handsome and fun loving gentleman will learn through hardship and violence, what it takes to survive. After four long years at sea, Charles has only one thing on his mind: to find the young lady who cost him his youth, and to make her family pay for their betrayal. How better to recoup his fortune and his honor than by bedding and wedding the only girl who deserves his broken body, spirit, and pocketbook? Yes, her family will pay for his suffering with their precious dowry, and their daughter.Lindsay has adored Charlie for as long as she can remember. He has always been dashing, handsome, kind, and courageous. So why, after disappearing for five long years, has he suddenly resurfaced, a scarred and ferocious antihero? What has happened to the boy she admired? And why do his whispered, course endearments drip like venom from his lips? Charles knows that she is leery of marriage. So, why does he entice her now? Lindsay has never been the kind of woman to sit back and allow bad things to happen to those she loves. She will get to the root of this mystery and help Charles find happiness, whatever it takes. But how can she be the one to help Charlie heal, when it seems she is the very poison that eats at his soul? How To Impress a Gentleman is an 82,000 word historical romance novel set in eighteenth century England. Views: 20
Do you ever think about your first love, the one you thought you couldn't live without? Libby Carson does, and when she receives a marriage proposal she turns to SearchForClassmates.com to reach out to her high-school boyfriend, Patrick ... just for fun. But fun soon turns to flirtation and Libby, startled to feel the same stirrings of passion she felt at seventeen, wonders if she's having a mid-life crisis. Is it possible, she wonders, to feel so giddy and carefree at fifty? Is it possible to sustain it? Events take a turn when Libby is faced with not one, but two offers of marriage. There's no getting around it now—Libby must take stock of her life and everyone in it, to answer for herself the question that everyone has been asking her—What more could you wish for? Views: 20
In the colorful small town of Cherico, Mississippi, librarian Maura Beth McShay is preparing for an exciting new installment in her own life story—with some help from the Cherry Cola Book Club.Overseeing the opening of Cherico's new library has been a labor of love for Maura Beth McShay, made extra challenging by the fact that she and Jeremy are expecting their first child. And there's another plot twist on the horizon: Jeremy's sister, Elise, has taken a sabbatical to have a baby and will be staying in Cherico during her pregnancy.It's an unlikely move for the fiercely independent Elise, one that's causing her some anxiety. Jeremy, who's supposed to be birthing the Great American Novel, is instead testing his wife's patience with his incessant "sympathy pains." Resourceful as always, Maura Beth decides to use her new library as a venue for "Expecting Great Things" meetings—a sequel to her beloved book club. The weekly gatherings allow townsfolk... Views: 20
What does it take to come out of the closet?Since he was thirteen, Caleb has always known he's gay. Now a college freshman, he falls in love for the first time. If it's true that love conquers all, then will Caleb finally find the courage to reveal his secret?In this tale about family, friendship and self-discovery, find out how Caleb discovers the path to the freedom he's always longed for. Here's a hint: it involves doing things outside his comfort zone, such as joining a spoken word group! Views: 20
Lawrence and Jo have enjoyed a strong marriage, the envy of their friends. Even after thirty years they have lots to say to each other, many interests in common and, until recently, a good sex life. But Lawrence seems wary and restless. Something's wrong. Just how wrong, Jo is about to discover... Can they use their years of history - all the things they've shared - to overcome a devastating betrayal? Views: 19
A journey through the unforgiving expanse of the endless Abyss awaits. At the end of that journey a ragged band of dark elves hope to find Lolth herself. Through they've managed to survive the fall of Ched Nasad, the demon-haunted ruins of Myth Drannor, and the vicious cunning of aboleth slave-masters, the Underdark is child's play compared to the chaotic infinity of the Demonweb Pits. They'll go to find the truth but may well find only Annihilation . Views: 19
Nursery nurse Lucy Morgan, unexpectedly inherit half a Somerset vineyard with conditions and a co-owner attached.Unwilling co-owner Dominic LeFevre, doesn’t want or need a new business partner, especially one who knows nothing about wine.With Lucy having left behind her old life, and love in Tenerife, she has twelve months to convince Dominic that she’s exactly what both he, and the business, need. Views: 19
**Part three in a new cosy and heartwarming four-part seasonal series, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley.** Beth is running away. With her young son Leo to protect, Willow Cottage is the lifeline she so desperately needs. Overlooking the village green in a beautiful Cotswolds idyll, Beth sees a warm, caring and safe place for little Leo. When she finally uncovers the cottage from underneath the boughs of a weeping willow tree, Beth realises this is far more of a project than she bargained for and the locals are more than a little eccentric! A chance encounter with gruff Jack, who appears to be the only male in the village under thirty, leaves the two of them at odds but it's not long before Beth realises that Jack has hidden talents that could help her repair more than just Willow Cottage Over the course of four seasons, Beth realises that broken hearts can be mended, and sometimes love can be right under your nose... Willow Cottage is part of a serialized novel told in four... Views: 19
Welcome to Black Dog Bay, a tiny seaside town in Delaware known as "the best place in America to bounce back from your breakup." Home to Better Off Bed-and-Breakfast, the Eat Your Heart Out bakery, and the Whinery bar, Black Dog Bay offers a haven for the suddenly single. Flight attendant Summer Benson lives by two rules: Don't stay with the same man for too long and never stay in one place. She's about to break rule number one by accepting her boyfriend's proposal—then disaster strikes and her world is shattered in an instant. Summer heads to Black Dog Bay, where the locals welcome her. Even Hattie Huntington, the town's oldest, richest, and meanest resident, likes her enough to give her a job. Then there's Dutch Jansen, the rugged, stoic mayor, who's the opposite of her type. She probably shouldn't be kissing him. She definitely shouldn't be falling in love. After a lifetime of globetrotting, Summer has finally found a... Views: 18
'Heartwarming and uplifting' Heidi Swain Poignant and uplifting, this is a story to remind hopeless romantics that you never know when true love might strike... Perfect for fans of Lucy Diamond, Heidi Swain, Laura Kemp and Holly Martin. Cassie Montgomery can remember a time where her life seemed pretty perfect. By day she was setting up her own little business in her sleek penthouse apartment, and by night sleeping on gazillion-count Egyptian cotton sheets next to her fiancée, once reputed to be Glasgow's most eligible bachelor. And yet one ordinary, fateful day, Cassie uncovers a secret that shatters her heart into tiny pieces, and changes her life forever... Escaping to a rural and idyllic coastal village, Cassie finds a cottage that, from the moment she steps through the rose-surrounded door, feels instantly like home. And then there's Mac, the cool surf teacher, who makes her question what really makes her happy – and... Views: 18
THE HILARIOUS AND HEARTFELT NEW NOVEL FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF OUT OF PRACTICE! The Practice at Larkford has suddenly been thrust under the spotlight - and its nomination as a 'NHS Model Surgery' is causing the team major headaches. Dr Holly Graham should be basking in the glow of her new romance with fellow doctor, Taffy - but she is worried that the team is prioritising plaudits over patients, and her favourite resident, the irreverent and entertaining Elsie, is facing a difficult diagnosis. Add to that the chaos of family life and the strain is starting to show. Dr Dishy Dan Carter's obsession with work is masking unhappiness elsewhere - he can't persuade girlfriend Julia to settle down. It's only as Julia's mother comes to stay that he realizes what she has been hiding for so long. Alice Walker joins the team like a breath of fresh air and her assistance dog Coco quickly wins everyone round - which is just as well, because Coco and Alice will soon need some help of their own. Can they pull together and become the Dream Team that the NHS obviously thinks they are? Out of Practice won the Romantic Comedy of the Year category of the RNA Awards. 'This book has everything: warmth, humour, drama, laughter and a few tears. I wolfed it down' MILLY JOHNSON 'Perfect book for all. This book is simply wonderful and I read it in one sitting. With wonderful characters, a great story line and lots of laughs, I certainly will be recommending this to all my book friends' Netgalley reviewer Praise for Penny Parkes' novels: 'A wonderful setting, characters you care about, a page-turning plot,laugh-out-loud funny. I loved it' KATIE FFORDE 'A pure delight from start to finish' JULIE COHEN 'Delightfully warm' JO THOMAS 'This book was an absolute joy to read from beginning to end. It was so easy to start reading and lose complete track of time. A fantastic debut novel that leaves you wanting more from the Larkford bunch' rachalesreads 'This was a terrific debut ... I will definitely look forward to more books from this author' Rea's Book Reviews 'A great debut novel and a truly delightful read, both laugh-out-loud funny and very touching. A warm and uplifting story of village life, full of lively characters and more than a splash of romance, this is a great book to curl up with on a quiet afternoon - a real page-turner!' Curious Ginger Cat 'A promising debut novel ... I would love to see a return to Larkford, and The Practice, as the author definitely knows her medical writing' Rachel's Random Reads 'I was blown away by the captivating storyline of Out of Practice as well as the fabulous and well-rounded characters ... I will be eagerly awaiting another book by this wonderfully skilled author. I highly recommend Out of Practice for anyone who after a book with a few twists and turns, a story that sizzles with emotion, passion and driving need to love and be loved. A remarkable debut' Sparkly Word Views: 18
From the bestselling author of Monday to Friday Man and Ten Years OnOne step can change everything... Cass Brooks loves her job, her boyfriend Sean, her life. Until, leaving home one morning, distracted and hungover, she steps into the path of a truck.When she wakes up, she can’t walk. And suddenly all her hopes and dreams, the plans she’d made with Sean, the future she thought she’d have, seem out of her reach.But then fate intervenes again. Cass meets Ticket, a loyal golden Labrador who refuses to leave her side. And on a flight to Colorado, she sits next to Charlie, who believes he can show her a life full of possibilities, if only she’ll let him.Cass wants her life back the way it was. Charlie knows this cannot be. Yet a future beckons all the same... Views: 17
Lizzie Delancey is happily married, in her early 50s, with three grown children. But Lizzie guards a dark secret. At age 18 she had a baby boy, and gave him up for adoption. She still thinks of him every day. Then, out of the blue, she receives an official-looking letter from Kent Social Services. Her son, Daniel, wants to make contact. On one hand she is overjoyed - she longs to meet him. On the other, she has never told her children that they have another sibling. Tangled Lives follows the effect this revelation has on her family, as, with Daniel as the catalyst, a few small tears in the family fabric suddenly gape wide. Views: 17
