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Betty: The International Bestseller
By Tiffany McDaniel. 2020
'Breahtaking'Vogue'So engrossing! Betty is a page-turning Appalachian coming-of-age story steeped in Cherokee history, told in undulating prose that settles right…
into you'Naoise Dolan, Sunday Times bestselling author of Exciting Times 'I felt consumed by this book. I loved it, you will love it' Daisy Johnson, Booker Prize shortlisted author of Everthing Under'I loved Betty: I fell for its strong characters and was moved by the story it portrayed' Fiona Mozley, Booker Prize shortlisted author of Elmet 'A girl comes of age against the knife.' So begins the story of Betty Carpenter. Born in a bathtub in 1954 to a Cherokee father and white mother, Betty is the sixth of eight siblings. The world they inhabit is one of poverty and violence - both from outside the family and also, devastatingly, from within. When her family's darkest secrets are brought to light, Betty has no choice but to reckon with the brutal history hiding in the hills, as well as the heart-wrenching cruelties and incredible characters she encounters in her rural town of Breathed, Ohio.Despite the hardship she faces, Betty is resilient. Her curiosity about the natural world, her fierce love for her sisters and her father's brilliant stories are kindling for the fire of her own imagination, and in the face of all she bears witness to, Betty discovers an escape: she begins to write.A heartbreaking yet magical story, Betty is a punch-in-the-gut of a novel - full of the crushing cruelty of human nature and the redemptive power of words. 'Not a story you will soon forget' Karen Joy Fowler, Booker Prize shortlisted author of We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves 'Shot through with moonshine, Bible verses, and folklore, Betty is about the cruelty we inflict on one another, the beauty we still manage to find, and the stories we tell in order to survive' Eowyn Ivey, author of The Snow ChildInvisible
By Christine Poulson. 2014
Lisa has a secret lover, an escape from the pressures of caring alone for her son, who has cerebral palsy.…
Once a month she meets Jay, just for the weekend, free from all responsibilities. Their time together is perfect – until the day when Jay doesn't show up, and everything she thought she knew about him turns out to be a lie.For Jay it was perfect, too. But he shouldn't have let himself fall in love with Lisa, because now the people who destroyed his entire life five years ago are onto him and he must disappear again …No Takebacks: A Give & Take 1.5 Novella (Give & Take)
By Kelli Maine. 2012
A sexy novella in the Give & Take series from USA Today bestselling author Kelli Maine continuing the passionate love…
affair between the irresistible Merrick Rocha and the woman he will do anything for.HIS PAST MAY DESTROY THEIR FUTURE: The man Rachael DeSalvo loves more than anything is suffering in silence. The grand opening of Turtle Tear Resort should be a time of celebration for Merrick Rocha. But he's suddenly intent on selling off the business he built from the ground up-and Rachael's hell-bent on finding out why. Only one man can give her the answers she seeks, but meeting with him would be the ultimate betrayal to Merrick. Merrick once asked Rachael to trust him against all odds...can he do the same?A novella in the Give & Take series.Don't miss the rest of the exhilarating Give & Take series: Taken, Taken By Storm, Take Me Back, Given and Take This Man.Into the Fire: Troubleshooters 13 (Troubleshooters #13)
By Suzanne Brockmann. 2008
Troubleshooters: They Never Let You Down. The thirteenth addictive romantic suspense novel in New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Brockmann's…
Troubleshooters series, filled with thrilling adventure, excitement and passion.Vinh Murphy - former Marine and operative for Troubleshooters Inc. - has been MIA ever since his wife was killed. Murphy blamed the neo-Nazi group the Freedom Network for her death; now their leader Tim Ebersole has been murdered and Murphy is top of the FBI's list of suspects.Murphy himself can't be sure what he did or didn't do during his years of alcohol-induced mourning, but he once again finds himself seeking solace from Hannah Whitfield, the friend who introduced him to his late wife. Learning of Ebersole's murder, Murphy becomes convinced that the Freedom Network has targeted him and Hannah to avenge the death. Faced with the terrifying prospect of losing another woman he loves, Murphy must make the ultimate choice: surrender his life in hopes that Hannah will be spared, or risk everything to salvage their future together.Taken By Storm: A Give & Take Novel (Give & Take)
By Kelli Maine. 2013
The USA Today bestselling Give & Take series continues with TAKEN BY STORM, the highly anticipated page turning, seductive and…
heartstoppingly powerful love story of MJ and Maddie.DECEPTION: Maddie Simcoe knows the devastation that comes from keeping secrets. Now, she's desperate to move on from the heartbreak that almost destroyed her - trading wild passion that once made her knees weak for a life of comfortable stability. But before Maddie can start over, she must return home to put the past behind her once and for all...PASSION: When Maddie blows back into MJ Rocha's life, nothing will stop him from proving to her that walking away from him was the biggest mistake of her life - not even the engagement ring she wears. Her every look, every touch tells MJ that the fire that once raged between them still burns hot, and MJ won't give up until Maddie gives in to the inferno.REDEMPTION: Trapped by a hurricane roaring through Turtle Tear Island, MJ and Maddie find shelter in each others' arms. While the lightning flashes, MJ and Maddie are helpless to fight bonds of desire that tie them together. But just as they're about to surrender to the torturous longing that consumes them both, the storm unleashes violent secrets from MJ's past...secrets that could wash away all MJ and Maddie's hopes of forever...Don't miss the rest of the exhilarating Give & Take series: Taken, No Takebacks, Take Me Back, Given and Take This Man.Taken: A Give & Take Novel (Give & Take)
By Kelli Maine. 2013
TAKEN is the first irresistible novel of illicit desire in the USA Today bestselling Give & Take series by Kelli…
Maine. sexy, intense and sophisticated, fans of Fifty Shades and the Crossfire books will be captivated by this talented new voice in erotic romance.ABDUCTION: He steals her away to a deserted island, to the one place she's dreamed of being - the one place she can't go. He's used to buying whatever he wants, but he can't buy her.SEDUCTION: How can she resist the magnetism of his body, the longing ache deep inside her? She wants him to take her - on her terms.DESPERATION: Every attempt he makes to love her only hurts her. How can they go on like this? This is the story of how she was... TAKEN Don't miss the rest of the exhilarating Give & Take series: No Takebacks, Taken By Storm, Take Me Back, Given and Take This Man.When You Submit (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The fifth in Beth Kery's spectacular eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire... Elise feels regret for pushing Lucien over the sensual edge. He is no longer able to deny himself now that he's taken her, and installs her in his bed for good. At her friend Francesca's urging, Elise dares something new with Lucien - an attempt at honest communication, and not just about her career plans, but about something more challenging: She wants to submit to him completely. Lucien is moved by Elise's honesty, but must leave for Paris to attend to one of his father's companies. Also troubling for Elise is that Francesca and Ian seem to know everything about Lucien, including his secrets. All but one. Something even Elise doesn't know. Whatever the cost, Elise is determined to confront Lucien about his past, and why, after all they've been through, is he just as determined to keep her in the dark.For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.When You Defy Me (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The second in Beth Kery's sizzling eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...Elise's teasing and impulsiveness have landed her back at the erotic mercy of Lucien, who is determined to teach her discipline - even if all he wants to do is to give in to the beast within and consume her completely. When he discovers her in a dangerous situation that could have been avoided, he punishes her - and once again tests the limits of his own control. By dominating her, he hopes to teach her the meaning of self-control through total submission. But even though he sets strict rules on himself, he still isn't entirely prepared for feeling Elise shudder in surrender in his arms. Lucien challenges her, excites her...bewilders her to the point of distraction. Does he want her, or doesn't he? Elise is afraid to reveal to him just how vulnerable - just how naïve she is when it comes to sexual games. None of her typical wiles work on him. And what brought Lucien to Chicago with a new name and new identity? What does it have to do with his industrialist father's disgraceful downfall? Who is Ian Noble, the provocative new stranger in Lucien's shadow? And why has Lucien taken to following him in the night? For Elise the answers will come soon enough. She has other things to worry about now, such as Lucien's observance of her foolish behavior...and the inevitable consequence to come.For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.When I'm Bad (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The fourth in Beth Kery's captivating eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...Lucien knows there's no going back now - Elise is not a woman that a man takes in half measure. It's all or nothing. In moving forward to make her his - completely - he promises that if she submits she'll discover what she craves too. The kind of sharp, imperative edge of pleasure she's never truly known before. But Elise proves to be such a wild, fiery, and sexually fearsome woman that Lucien wonders if she can ever really surrender to him. When she does let loose, Lucien fears that he is the one getting closer to being burned. As the two of them get deeper into a dangerous sexual dance, Lucien can't help but wonder if the exquisite firestorm that Elise has ignited could expose his secrets, draw him dangerously close to the edge, and leave his future in ashes.For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.When We Touch (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The first in Beth Kery's scorching eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...Restaurateur and self-exiled heir Lucien Lenault's first look at the breathtaking young chef trainee for his trendy Chicago restaurant is a shock. She's Elise Martin, daughter of a wealthy French fashion designer. She's also the holder of a secret that could explode his carefully laid plans. Notorious for her flagrant exhibitionism, and for flouting the respectable facade of her aristocratic background, the coquin's wild streak shocked most people. Not Lucien. He was tempted by it. It was a deliriously punishable offense as far as Lucien was concerned. But taking on Elise is more than a game. She's a catastrophe waiting to happen, an inferno that's burned many a lover. Lucien isn't most men, however, and he won't allow her to manipulate him. In order to control the defiant beauty - in order to see her submit - he's going to have to willingly walk in the flames...For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.When You Tease Me (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The third in Beth Kery's sensational eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...Out-of-control party girl Elise Martin's playground was all of Europe - until she came to Chicago to channel her innate creativity and sensual nature into something totally different, yet just as delicious. But she never dreamed that becoming chef at the sleek restaurant Fusion would lead to her back into the territory of her girlhood crush - the irresistible enigma called Lucien, He says he's going to take her under his hand and he's even moved her into his luxurious penthouse, where she's agreed to submit to his rules. It's a prospect that both intimidates and excites Elise. One thing is for certain: while she may have had the power to put every other man in her life in her hip pocket, she can't control Lucien. Gorgeous businessman Lucien Savauge, adopted son of an infamous French billionaire, knows how to treat bad girls, but Elise is a temptation that would try even the most disciplined of men. He can't walk away from her - he won't - but kindling their potentially explosive relationship is risky. She knows too much about his intentions with Ian Noble, even if she's unaware of just how explosive her knowledge is. And as Elise is quickly learning, if she's going to play with fire, she's going to have to play by Lucien's rules.For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.Raw: Torn Between Two Lovers (Torn Between Two Lovers)
By Jo Davis. 2013
TORN BETWEEN TWO LOVERS is a gripping and sexy romance trilogy with a unique twist: Our heroine needs your help…
to decide who wins her heart... RAW introduces this sizzling new series, in which two enticing men will vie for Anna's heart - culminating in a choice that will be determined by reader vote!Anna Claire is a prominent restaurateur, the toast of New York. She's not one to let down her guard, but her new prep chef is gorgeous enough to cause her to break her own rules, and soon she's tearing up the sheets with Grayson James. More than that, she's falling in love.Until she discovers that Grayson is no chef. He's an FBI agent investigating a drug ring he suspects is using her restaurant. Anna is shattered to learn she was just part of his cover.The case means everything to Gray, right until the moment he loses what matters the most--not his intended target, but Anna. Gray is devastated when the woman he loves learns of his betrayal. Especially with his greatest enemy all too eager to take advantage of her... So, will you join #TeamGrayson? Make the informed choice: Don't miss RISKY, available in November 2013.And don't miss Jo Davis's paranormal romance alter-ego J. D. Tyler, and her dark, sexy Alpha Pack series.Guilty As Sin: Dead Wrong Book 4 (Dead Wrong)
By Jami Alden. 2013
A sizzling, suspenseful tale, perfect for fans of Melinda Leigh, Kendra Elliot, Karen Rose and Laura Griffin. For over a…
decade, a killer has been waiting, silent as death and... Guilty As Sin.Fourteen years ago, Kate Beckett was a teenager more interested in summer romance than babysitting. Then the unthinkable happened: her younger brother was kidnapped and murdered on her watch. Now she is an advocate for missing children, and her newest case brings her back to the small town where she lost her brother - and where she left behind the first boy she ever loved. Tommy Ibarra's world fell apart after Kate broke his heart, and he's spent his adult life making sure that he'll never be vulnerable again. When a teenage girl vanishes, he offers his expertise as a high tech security expert to help find her. Although he's determined to keep his distance from Kate, it isn't long before he's falling under her spell all over again. As they race against the clock, their investigation leads to a brutal killer with a shocking connection to Kate's tragic past. And this time, the killer has Kate firmly in his sights.Don't miss more edge-of-the-seat suspense from Jami Alden with her sexy, thrilling novels Beg For Mercy, Hide From Evil and Run From Fear.'Perfect, feel-good fiction' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you'll LOVE…
Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance! Jill's books are guaranteed to make you smile:'You can't go wrong with a Jill Shalvis book' 5* reader review'A heartwarming read with all the feels' 5* reader review'Another winner... I cannot wait for more' 5* reader review'A riveting and comforting romance' 5* reader reviewAfter a lifetime on the move, Ivy Snow is an expert in all things temporary. Now that she owns a successful taco truck in San Francisco and an apartment to call home, Ivy's reinvented life is on solid ground. She's guarded against anything that can rock it - like the realities of her past and a man like Kel O'Donnell. He might scream temporary, but his whispers are irresistible...Kel, an Idaho sheriff and ranch owner, is on vacation, but Ivy's a spicy reason to rethink his short-term plans. Best of all, she's a tonic for his untrusting heart, which is in repair. But when Ivy's past intrudes on a perfect romance, Kel fears that everything she's told him has been a perfect lie. Now, if only Ivy's willing to share, Kel will fight for a true love story.Want more warm, funny romance? Check out the other Heartbreaker Bay novels starting with Sweet Little Lies, visit stunning Wildstone, gorgeous Cedar Ridge, spellbinding Lucky Harbor or experience some Animal Magnetism in Sunshine, Idaho in Jill's other unforgettable series.Invisible
By Christine Poulson. 2014
Lisa has a secret lover, an escape from the pressures of caring alone for her son, who has cerebral palsy.…
Once a month she meets Jay, just for the weekend, free from all responsibilities. Their time together is perfect – until the day when Jay doesn't show up, and everything she thought she knew about him turns out to be a lie.For Jay it was perfect, too. But he shouldn't have let himself fall in love with Lisa, because now the people who destroyed his entire life five years ago are onto him and he must disappear again …Before We Fall: The Wildham Series (The Wildham Series #2)
By Grace Lowrie. 2018
When quiet Cally, an amateur ballet dancer, is suddenly diagnosed with cancer she runs away from her boyfriend Liam, her…
job in a call centre and her safe life in Wildham – in order to experience ‘real’ life in London. Taking a job as a stripper and flat-sitting in the top of an office tower she meets her obnoxious neighbour Bay; a tattooed, drug-taking, suicidal artist, haunted by the death of those close to him. Despite their differences, the two strike up a friendship – Bay pushes Cally to try new things while Cally provides Bay with a muse – and they fall in love. But their secrets threaten to tear them apart and time is running out...When We Are One (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The conclusion of Beth Kery's unforgettable eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...In the luxury of Ian Noble's penthouse, he, Francesca, Lucien and Elise gather for an evening that begins in pleasure and ends in a shattering confrontation - one that finally reveals the secrets of Lucien's past. And, at Elise's impulsive urging, the bitter truth that Lucien has hidden for so long is finally exposed. But the reality is more soul tearing than Elise imagined - leaving her with the guilt that she pushed the man she loves too far. When both Lucien and Ian go to London, Elise is left in self-doubt. Surely Lucien is furious at her for tipping his hand so impetuously - it has been his greatest fear since he met her. With a heavy heart, Elise makes a heartrending decision for both of them. But Lucien has one more reveal for Elise, one that could make or break a relationship that has consumed the both of them. One that could change their futures for ever...For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.When You Trust Me (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The sixth in Beth Kery's captivating eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...Furious, confused, and thousands of miles apart, Elise confronts Lucien about being left in the dark, about his relationship with Francesca and Ian, and about the true nature of his mission in Chicago. But just the sound of Lucien's sonorous voice is enough to satisfy Elise for now. Even over the phone his skills of command and dominance are as thrilling as his touch. So potent, so demanding, and so irresistible Elise can't help but listen...and obey. But the mystery deepens upon Lucien's return, when Elise overhears him talking to a stranger about matters that confuse and worry her. Lucien does admit one intimate secret that leaves her stunned...not to mention grateful that he's trusting her more. Elise is still curious, but a decadently romantic night under the stars with Lucien makes her forget everything but her growing love for him. And she's only too happy to give Lucien what she promised--her total submission, body and soul.For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.When I Need You (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The seventh in Beth Kery's stunning eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...Lucien continues to make Elise's dreams come true. He's given her the priceless gift of trusting in herself...of believing in herself. Lucien is starting to fall, but what concerns him most is wondering if his relationship with Elise echoes that of Ian and Francesca--that the woman is the light and the man is the shadow. Casting aside his doubts about his own darkness, he treats Elise to a day and night of pure romantic fantasy. Feeling more and more secure in her feelings for Lucien, Elise takes a dare and agrees to a game Lucien has arranged. What follows is a challenging, intensely erotic lesson in submission set amidst a decadently delicious feast--an unequalled orgy that electrifies all the senses. But the night ends not as planned as Lucien begins to reveal his past.For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.When I Need You (When I'm With You)
By Beth Kery. 2013
The seventh in Beth Kery's stunning eight-part serial novel for fans of Fifty Shades of Grey, the Crossfire series and…
Because You Are Mine, of a man and woman inextricably bound by the scandalous secrets of the past and by the sexual transgressions that still fuel their uncontrollable desire...Lucien continues to make Elise's dreams come true. He's given her the priceless gift of trusting in herself...of believing in herself. Lucien is starting to fall, but what concerns him most is wondering if his relationship with Elise echoes that of Ian and Francesca--that the woman is the light and the man is the shadow. Casting aside his doubts about his own darkness, he treats Elise to a day and night of pure romantic fantasy. Feeling more and more secure in her feelings for Lucien, Elise takes a dare and agrees to a game Lucien has arranged. What follows is a challenging, intensely erotic lesson in submission set amidst a decadently delicious feast--an unequalled orgy that electrifies all the senses. But the night ends not as planned as Lucien begins to reveal his past.For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.