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By Hanna Pylväinen. 2023
FINALIST FOR THE 2023 NATIONAL BOOK AWARDAn epic love story in the vein of Cold Mountain and The Great Circle,…
about a young reindeer herder and a minister’s daughter in the nineteenth century Arctic Circle In 1851, at a remote village in the Scandinavian tundra, a Lutheran minister known as Mad Lasse tries in vain to convert the native Sámi reindeer herders to his faith. But when one of the most respected herders has a dramatic awakening and dedicates his life to the church, his impetuous son, Ivvár, is left to guard their diminishing herd alone. By chance, he meets Mad Lasse’s daughter Willa, and their blossoming infatuation grows into something that ultimately crosses borders—of cultures, of beliefs, and of political divides—as Willa follows the herders on their arduous annual migration north to the sea.Gorgeously written and sweeping in scope, Hanna Pylväinen's The End of Drum-Time immerses readers in a world lit by the northern lights, steeped in age-old rituals, and guided by passions that transcend place and time.By Pamela M. Kelley. 2023
"Anyone who’s ever wanted to turn the page on their old life or felt the whispered promise of a new…
dream, and a fresh start will fall in love with Pamela Kelley’s charming new novel." —New York Times bestselling author Mary Kay AndrewsTWO LIFELONG FRIENDS.Jess loves her work as a high-profile lawyer in Charleston. But when her marriage implodes, she retreats to her childhood home on Cape Cod with her thirty-year-old daughter, Caitlin, hoping to regroup with her longtime best friend, Alison.ONE BOOKSHOP BY THE BAY.Alison’s career has taken a hit after twenty years as an editor for the magazine Cape Cod Living. But when she learns her beloved bookstore on the Cape is looking for new ownership, a new dream starts to form.AND THE SUMMER THAT COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING.As the two friends reopen the bookstore, they also open themselves up to the magic of second chances. "A wonderful multi-generational story about mothers, daughters, and friendship set in a quaint seaside town on Cape Cod. If you love talk of bookstores, delicious food and coffee shops, this one is for you!" —Rachel Hanna, author of the South Carolina Sunsets seriesBy Barbara Delinsky. 2001
A compelling and haunting exploration of the secrets and shadows that can be hidden within a marriage from the New…
York Times bestselling author of Before and Again.The easy harmony that exists between three close-knit couples on a charming cul-de-sac in suburban Connecticut is shattered when a beautiful young woman, widowed and unattached, reveals she is pregnant. Rumors and questions begin spreading about the potential father. One by one, the couples turn inward, taking stock of their marriages and discover weaknesses they had previously ignored. As each wife struggles with this sudden crisis, they discover that they are being forced into making a decision—one that could result in either the strengthening or the dissolution of her marriage. An ingenious portrait of suspicion and deception, faith and love, Barbara Delinsky&’s &“adept and compelling exploration of the inner workings of the modern upper-class American family makes for one of her best books&” (Booklist).By Beverly Swerling. 2007
Set against the dramatic backdrop of America’s during the War of 1812, Beverly Swerling’s gripping and intricately plotted sequel to…
the much-loved City of Dreams plunges deep into the crowded streets of old New York.Poised between the Manhattan woods and the sea that is her gateway to the world, the city of 1812 is vibrant but raw, a cauldron where the French accents of Creole pirates mingle with the brogues of Irish seamen, and shipments of rare teas and silks from Canton are sold at raucous Pearl Street auctions. Allegiances are more changeable than the tides, love and lust often indistinguishable, the bonds of country weak compared to the temptation of fabulous riches from the East, and only a few farseeing patriots recognize the need not only to protect the city from the redcoats, but to preserve the fragile Constitutional union forged in 1787. Joyful Patrick Turner, dashing war hero and brilliant surgeon, loses his hand to a British shell, retreats to private life, and hopes to make his fortune in the China trade. To succeed he must run the British blockade; if he fails, he will lose not only a livelihood, but the beautiful Manon, daughter of a Huguenot jeweler who will not accept a pauper as a son-in-law. When stories of a lost treasure and a mysterious diamond draw him into a treacherous maze of deceit and double-cross, and the British set Washington ablaze, Joyful realizes that more than his personal future is at stake. His adversary, Gornt Blakeman, has a lust for power that will not be sated until he claims Joyful’s fiancée as his wife and half a nation as his personal fiefdom. Like the Turners before him, Joyful must choose: his dreams or his country. Swerling’s vividly drawn characters illuminate every aspect of the teeming metropolis: John Jacob Astor, the wealthiest man in America, brings the city’s first Chinese to staff his palatial Broadway mansion; Lucretia Carter, wife of a respectable craftsman, makes ends meet as an abortionist serving New York’s brothels; Thumbless Wu, a mysterious Cantonese stowaway, slinks about on a secret mission; and the bewitching Delight Higgins, proprietress of the town’s finest gambling club, lives in terror of the blackbirding gangs who prey on runaway slaves. They are all here, the butchers and shipwrights, the doctors and scriv-eners, the slum dwellers of Five Points and the money men of the infant stock exchange...conspiring by day and carousing by night, while the women must hide their loyalties and ambitions, their very wills, behind pretty sighs and silken skirts.By Anuradha Roy. 2010
“This is why we read fiction at all” raves the Washington Post: Family life meets historical romance in this critically…
acclaimed, “gorgeous, sweeping novel” (Ms Magazine) about two people who find each other when abandoned by everyone else, marking the signal American debut of an award-winning writer who richly deserves her international acclaim.On the outskirts of a small town in Bengal, a family lives in solitude in their vast new house. Here, lives intertwine and unravel. A widower struggles with his love for an unmarried cousin. Bakul, a motherless daughter, runs wild with Mukunda, an orphan of unknown caste adopted by the family. Confined in a room at the top of the house, a matriarch goes slowly mad; her husband searches for its cause as he shapes and reshapes his garden. As Mukunda and Bakul grow, their intense closeness matures into something else, and Mukunda is banished to Calcutta. He prospers in the turbulent years after Partition, but his thoughts stay with his home, with Bakul, with all that he has lost—and he knows that he must return.By James Lee Burke. 2015
Bestselling author James Lee Burke&’s &“stunning&” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) masterpiece is the story of a father and son separated…
by war, circumstance, and a race for the Holy Grail—a thrilling entry in the Holland family saga.After a violent encounter that leaves four Mexican soldiers dead, Texas Ranger Hackberry Holland escapes the country in possession of a stolen artifact believed to be the mythic cup of Christ, earning the ire of a bloodthirsty Austrian arms dealer who places Hack&’s son, Ishmael, squarely in the cross hairs of a plot to recapture his prize. On the journey from revolutionary Mexico in 1918 to the saloons of San Antonio during the Hole in the Wall Gang&’s reign, we meet three extraordinary women: the Danish immigrant who is Ishmael&’s mother and Hackberry&’s one true love; a brothel madam descended from the Crusader knight who brought the Shroud of Turin back from the Holy Land; and a onetime lover of the Sundance Kid, whose wiles rival those of Lady Macbeth. In her own way, each woman will aid Hack in his quest to reconcile with Ishmael, to vanquish their enemies, and to return the Grail to its rightful place. An epic tale of love, loss, betrayal, vengeance, and retribution, The House of the Rising Sun further cements Burke&’s reputation as &“one of America&’s all-time masters&” (New York Journal of Books).By Betty Neels. 2001
Four classic stories filled with sweet second chances, goregeous doctors, and happily-ever-afters from Betty Neels!Three for a WeddingWhen her sister,…
Sybil, announces her engagement, it&’s up to nurse Phoebe Brook to take her place working for renowned—and handsome—pediatric doctor Lucius van Someren. Phoebe is completely charmed by her new boss, who&’s eager to spend time with her after-hours. But Phoebe finds she&’s not the only woman captivated by the single dad…Making Sure of SarahPlain, innocent Sarah Beckwith is stuck living with her parents, keeping house for them. She has no expectation of ever leaving and finding love…until, in a surprising turn of events, she encounters a gorgeous consultant!Though Dr Litrik ter Breukel is struck by Sarah&’s charm at once, he vows to take things slowly. But his ultimate gift of freedom lies in a simple, yet powerful symbol of love — a diamond ring.The Girl with Green EyesLucy shied away from elite social affairs, preferring home's comfort, yearning for the right companion. Her life takes a turn with the entry of the charming pediatrician, William Thurloe—the man of her dreams. However, the stunning Fiona's constant presence by his side makes her question—will he chose Fiona over her?The Doctor's GirlPenniless and unemployed, Loveday West is thrilled when Dr. Andrew Forde comes to her rescue with the offer of a temporary role as his receptionist. Loveday blossoms as she gets to know her kind, charming boss, until she can&’t help but wish for more… Could her place in Andrew&’s life be more than just temporary?Includes four full length novels: Three for a Wedding, Making Sure of Sarah, The Girl With the Green Eyes, The Doctor's GirlBy Avon Gale, Piper Vaughn. 2019
It&’s goalie vs. goalie in this enemies-to-lovers hockey romance. Ryu Mori has had a stellar season as goalie for the Atlanta…
Venom. So when he&’s called into management&’s office, he&’s expecting to hear he&’s the new starting goalie for the team, not that some new guy—an incredibly hot, annoyingly bratty rookie—is here to compete for his spot.Not everyone gets to play in the best league in the world. Emmitt Armstrong knows that, and he&’s not about to waste the opportunity after grinding his way from the bottom to the top. If the Venom are looking for a meek, mild-mannered pushover, they&’ve got the wrong guy.Ryu doesn&’t want to admit the other goalie&’s smart mouth turns him on. Beating Armstrong at practice feels good, sure, but there are other, more fun ways to shut his rival up.In this league, it&’s winner takes all. But there&’s more to life than winning, and if Emmitt and Ryu can get past their egos and competitive natures, they might just discover they work better as partners than they ever imagined possible.Hat Trick Book 1: Off the Ice Book 2: Goalie Interference Book 3: Trade DeadlineBy Diana Palmer. 2014
A gentle ex-missionary and a daredevil rancher fight to overcome their haunted pasts in this opposites-attract romance from #1 New…
York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer!Hidden away from the world, Allison Hathoway is a woman with a heavy past. A former missionary, her life took a tragic turn when she was taken captive with her now-deceased parents in Central America. Now, she seeks solace among friends, all the while evading media attention and living in uncertainty. Then, she crosses paths with a rogue cowboy, Gene Nelson.When Gene Nelson discovered the scandalous truth about his family, he realized his whole life was a lie. Ever since, he&’s been footloose and reckless. He's a danger to her reputation but Allison is drawn to the thrilling intensity of Gene, their undeniable attraction pulling them together. There&’s something different about secretive Allison, though, even if his heart warns him away…at all costs.Previously publishedBy Avon Gale, Piper Vaughn. 2019
An NHL star is hot for his teacher in this age-gap, opposites-attract hockey romance.Tristan Holt may be at the top…
of his game, but he&’s already thinking one play ahead. Hitting the books in the off-season means he&’ll have a business degree to fall back on when it&’s time to hang up his hockey skates.But his straightforward plan is complicated by his undeniable attraction to his sexy sociology professor, Sebastian Cruz.Impressed by Tristan&’s brain as well as his brawn, Sebastian can&’t help lusting after the gorgeous jock. With tenure on the line, Sebastian won&’t break the rules by becoming involved with one of his students—at least, not until the end of term. Once final grades are posted, though, their naughty mutual fantasies can become reality.Tristan&’s not sure he&’s up for being the poster boy for openly gay hockey players, but Sebastian&’s never been the type of man to keep his sexuality—or his relationships—in the closet. For Tristan, being with Sebastian might mean risking more than just his heart.Previously published.Hat Trick Book 1: Off the Ice Book 2: Goalie Interference Book 3: Trade DeadlineBy Susan Mallery. 2004
Let yourself be swept away by this emotional friends-to-lovers romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Previously…
published as Lily&’s Expecting in 2004.Any woman who&’s been left at the altar has the right to go a little crazy. Pediatric nurse Lily Tyler handles her public humiliation by getting pregnant and buying a house. At 34, she&’s done waiting for Mr. Right to start the family she&’s always wanted.When her new house turns out to be a money pit, she moves in with her best friend, Jake Stone, and begins to see the gorgeous firefighter in a new light. Is it pregnancy hormones, or has she found forever, finally, in his arms?By Avon Gale, Piper Vaughn. 2020
Childhood crushes reunite in this friends-to-lovers hockey romance.Daniel &“Bellzie&” Bellamy should be on top of the world—a Stanley Cup is…
the perfect topper to his fourteen-year NHL career. But despite the post-win high, something&’s missing. When the chance to play for his hometown team, the Miami Thunder, comes along, he&’s open to it. And when he runs into an old friend from his past soon after he makes the move, he wonders if it might be kismet.Micah Kelly never thought he&’d see his childhood crush—and first kiss—again. Danny Bellamy moved on to bigger and better things when they were teenagers, and the idea that Micah&’s relationship with the professional hockey player could be anything more than one-sided Instagram thirst seems too good to be true.Maybe too good to be true is the new reality, though. As the season goes on, Micah teaches Daniel to surf, and Daniel introduces Micah to his lovable pack of rescue dogs and the world of being a hockey boyfriend. Life is good. But when things on the ice don&’t go as planned, they&’ll have to decide if their rediscovered romance is built to last.Previously Published.Hat Trick: Book 1: Off the Ice Book 2: Goalie Interference Book 3: Trade DeadlineBy Debbie Macomber. 1996
Two exes reunite in this second chance romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author, Debbie Macomber.Located 50 miles into the Arctic…
Circle where a population of 150 people—mostly men—reside, Hard Luck is in deep need for more women. It's up to the O'Halloran brothers and their bush-plane charter service called Midnight Sons, to bring women to the community.Matt Caldwell, Charles O'Halloran's brother-in-law, is an easygoing charmer who's recently moved to Hard Luck. He's begun to renovate the O'Hallorans' old lodge but he's also begun a strategy to win back his ex-wife…starting with a Valentine card.Karen Caldwell is still in love with her ex-husband. Her reaction to him at his sister's wedding—and afterward—certainly proved that. It also left her pregnant….Now Matt wants her to marry him again, to live with him in the lodge at Hard Luck. And not just because of the baby!Previously publishedBy Brenda Jackson. 2012
Passions burn hotter in Texas in this spicy Westmoreland family novel from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson.Megan Westmoreland needs answers…
about her family&’s past, and private investigator Rico Claiborne is the man to find them. When she insists on accompanying him to Texas in pursuit of clues, close quarters cause their simmering attraction to explode. One night together leads to another… and another, until the boundaries between business and pleasure melt away in the summer heat. When the shocking truth about the Westmoreland legacy comes out, Megan needs Rico&’s shoulder to lean on—but will it be enough?You&’ll be swept away by this bold, sizzling romance, part of The Westmorelands series. Originally published in 2012.By Avon Gale, Piper Vaughn. 2020
In the world of professional hockey, these players know how to score. But will the love they find off the…
ice be any match for their love for the game? Or is someone bound to lose?Off the IceTristan Holt may be at the top of his game, but hitting the books in the off-season means he&’ll have a business degree to fall back on when it&’s time to hang up his hockey skates. What seems to be a straightforward plan is complicated by his undeniable attraction to his sexy sociology professor, Sebastian Cruz.Impressed by Tristan&’s brain as well as his brawn, Sebastian can&’t help lusting after the gorgeous jock. With tenure on the line, Sebastian won&’t break the rules by becoming involved with one of his students—at least, not until the end of term. Once final grades are posted, though, their naughty mutual fantasies can become reality.Tristan&’s not sure he&’s up for being the poster boy for openly gay hockey players, but Sebastian&’s never been the type of man to keep his sexuality—or his relationships—in the closet. For Tristan, being with Sebastian might mean risking more than just his heart.Goalie InterferenceAfter a stellar season as goalie for the Atlanta Venom, Ryu Mori is expecting to hear he&’s the new starting goalie for the team when he's called into mangement's office. Instead, Emmitt Armstrong—the incredibly hot, annoyingly bratty rookie—is here to compete for his spot.Emmitt Armstrong is not about to waste the opportunity after grinding his way from the bottom to the top. If the Venom are looking for a meek, mild-mannered pushover, they&’ve got the wrong guy. Ryu doesn&’t want to admit the other goalie&’s smart mouth turns him on. Beating Armstrong at practice feels good, sure, but there are other, more fun ways to shut his rival up.In this league, it&’s winner takes all. But there&’s more to life than winning, and if Emmitt and Ryu can get past their egos and competitive natures, they might just discover they work better as partners than they ever imagined possible.Trade DeadlineDaniel &“Bellzie&” Bellamy should be on top of the world—a Stanley Cup is the perfect topper to his fourteen-year NHL career. But despite the post-win high, something&’s missing. When the chance to play for his hometown team, the Miami Thunder, comes along, he&’s open to it. And when he runs into an old friend from his past soon after he makes the move, he wonders if it might be kismet.Micah Kelly never thought he&’d reunite with his childhood crush—and first kiss—again. Danny Bellamy moved on to bigger and better things when they were teenagers, and the idea that Micah&’s relationship with the professional hockey player could be anything more than one-sided Instagram thirst seems too good to be true.As the season goes on, Micah teaches Daniel to surf, and Daniel introduces Micah to his lovable pack of rescue dogs and the world of being a hockey boyfriend. Life is good. But when things on the ice don&’t go as planned, they&’ll have to decide if their rediscovered romance is built to last.By Nathan Burrage. 2024
The Holy Land, 1099: Jerusalem has fallen. As the Christian factions vie for power, Godefroi de Bouillon and his companions…
unearth markers to the Keystone, a mystical artefact with the power to shape history. Yet progress has its price: Godefroi' s bodyguard lies gravely wounded; the Arabic cabal guiding Hugues is broken; and the forces of Severity are gathering to claim the Keystone.France, 1307: Bertrand de Châ tillon-sur-Seine was a knight for a single day before fleeing with the mysterious Salome. After a pitched battle that claims most of his brethren, Bertrand agrees to become Salome' s new Shroud, binding his fate to hers. A refuge lies across the English Channel, but will they reach it in time? And when will Salome finally reveal her secrets?The Keystone awaits, but is it meant for mortal hands?By Juliet Madison. 2024
In the seaside town of Tarrin&’s Bay, two neighbors form a bond—but can they truly open the doors and let…
each other in? Distracting herself from a streak of bad luck and a disastrous love life, bubbly April Vedora throws herself into her new business—April&’s Glow, a candle store in Tarrin&’s Bay. The enchanting scents and colorful atmosphere provide a safe haven—but outside of business hours, she&’s still clueless about what the next step in her life should be. When a mysterious loner moves in next door, she can&’t help feeling intrigued, and ex-soldier Zac Masterson is equally fascinated by April. But both have sworn off relationships, and while April avoids her emotions by keeping busy and sociable, Zac hides away from the world—and his past . . . As the pair chip away at each other&’s facades and secrets are revealed, April fears that the man she&’s unwillingly falling for is everything she&’s worked so hard to avoid. Or could they each be just what the other needs?By Anouk Bloch-Henry. 2019
Biographie de Harriet Tubman, esclave et fille d'esclaves qui parvient à s'enfuir après avoir subi de nombreux sévices. Une fois…
adulte, elle organise treize expéditions et fait évader plusieurs dizaines d'esclaves. Engagée durant la Guerre de Sécession, elle devient la première femme à diriger une expédition armée qui permit la libération de 700 esclavesBy Ana Huang. 2022
He has a heart of ice . . . but for her, he'd burn the world. Alex Volkov is a…
devil blessed with the face of an angel and cursed with a past he can't escape. Driven by a tragedy that has haunted him for most of his life, his ruthless pursuits for success and vengeance leave little room for matters of the heart. But when he's forced to look after his best friend's sister, he starts to feel something in his chest: A crack. A melt. A fire that could end his world as he knew it. Ava Chen is a free spirit trapped by nightmares of a childhood she can't remember. But despite her broken past, she's never stopped seeing the beauty in the world . . . including the heart beneath the icy exterior of a man she shouldn't want. Her brother's best friend. Her neighbor. Her savior and her downfall. Theirs is a love that was never supposed to happen-but when it does, it unleashes secrets that could destroy them both . . . and everything they hold dear. Contains mature themesBy Jennifer Ryan. 2024
New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Ryan's page-turning Dark Horse Dive Bar series continues with this story of love lost...and…
found...as a widow seeking to heal her heart crosses paths with a rancher/bartender who offers her a taste of adventure. Welcome to the Dark Horse Dive Bar, where the Wildes throw one hell of a party and love could be a barstool away! Landscape artist, Layla Brock, knows what it feels like to love someone so completely you'd do anything for them—even take their secrets to the grave. Widowed after her husband's betrayals and tragic death, Layla is searching for a new scene to paint, a new life to live. And Wyoming feels like the perfect place to get lost and find herself again. Jax Wilde runs the family ranch, but has a few side hustles: wrangling his sisters, covering shifts at the Dark Horse Dive Bar, and renting out cabins to tourists looking for the ranch experience. His busy schedule, plus a bad breakup, equals no personal life. And then she showed up. And the woman he thought he had nothing in common with turned out to be his perfect match. Layla knows what it feels like to lose everything. Jax is a man who wants it all—a wife, children, a life filled with happy memories. It's a beautiful picture of a life Layla thought she'd had but turned out to be a lie. This could be her second chance... Until her secrets begin to unravel and a new threat is revealed. There's one difference this time: she has Jax Wilde on her side