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unique_994 | From the author of Don’t Hurt Laurie and The Minden Curse comes a thrilling and frightening story about a teenage boy who sets out to solve the death of a man who fell from a bridge onto the hood of the boy’s car. When a falling body strikes the hood of Nick’s Pinto as he drives under the overpass, the police close the case, calling the man’s death a suicide. Haunted by th From the author of Don’t Hurt Laurie and The Minden Curse comes a thrilling and frightening story about a teenage boy who sets out to solve the death of a man who fell from a bridge onto the hood of the boy’s car. When a falling body strikes the hood of Nick’s Pinto as he drives under the overpass, the police close the case, calling the man’s death a suicide. Haunted by the expression on the man’s face as he fell to his death, Nick is not so certain that’s what happened. Suspecting murder, he risks his life as he places himself and a close friend in the center of danger trying to investigate what exactly happened to the mysterious man that fell on his car. ...more |
unique_1041 | It's been four years since I've seen Logan McGregor. The one guy I could never get over. Former teammate and (unfortunately) very straight best friend. This summer was supposed to be unforgettable. Six weeks in Paris. A prestigious soccer institute. But when I find out he'll be in Paris too, it doesn't take long for those unrequited feelings to come rushing back. Avoidin It's been four years since I've seen Logan McGregor. The one guy I could never get over. Former teammate and (unfortunately) very straight best friend. This summer was supposed to be unforgettable. Six weeks in Paris. A prestigious soccer institute. But when I find out he'll be in Paris too, it doesn't take long for those unrequited feelings to come rushing back. Avoiding him is the safest road. Nothing good can come of time spent in the other’s company. And I swear I’ll keep my distance. I will. Except... "Hey, roomie." is a steamy, standalone m/m romance. Contains giant jawbreakers, a pink speedo, an ill-drawn tattoo, and a happy ending. It was formerly published as Out of Bounds. ...more |
unique_12238 | Alternative Cover Edition ASIN B00HJ695KO"Name?" he demanded. "Sarah Mackenzie." She swallowed hard. She would be like the ones who had fallen, her remains something to be cleaned from the floor. "Age?" She tried not to tense when he brought his face to her neck and inhaled deeply. "Twenty-two." The lie tried to stick in her throat. He pulled back and gave her a dark Alternative Cover Edition ASIN B00HJ695KO"Name?" he demanded. "Sarah Mackenzie." She swallowed hard. She would be like the ones who had fallen, her remains something to be cleaned from the floor. "Age?" She tried not to tense when he brought his face to her neck and inhaled deeply. "Twenty-two." The lie tried to stick in her throat. He pulled back and gave her a dark look. "Try again." "Eighteen," she whispered, tensing when his lips pulled back from his teeth in a shark smile. "A lie, Sarah? How nice that you are not as innocent as you look." In The Corridor, there are the immortal Dems and the human handlers who guard them. When the leader of the Dems gets a handler straight out of training, she is not expected to live beyond her first day. She is everything he hates and he is everything she fears, but an accident permanently binds them together. With corruption growing among the humans and the threat of war, they must escape The Corridor and find common ground in a place with . ...more |
unique_1011 | Chloe never quite believed her friends' stories about . But when a dare goes horribly wrong, she finds out that the truth is more terrifying than anyone had ever imagined. . . . Plus, two more terrible tales. Think happy thoughts. You've entered a scary place. Welcome to The Midnight Library. Chloe never quite believed her friends' stories about . But when a dare goes horribly wrong, she finds out that the truth is more terrifying than anyone had ever imagined. . . . Plus, two more terrible tales. Think happy thoughts. You've entered a scary place. Welcome to The Midnight Library. ...more |
unique_3790 | People in Merit, Wisconsin, always said Jimmy was . . . you know. But people said all sorts of stupid stuff. Nobody really knew anything. Nobody really knew Jimmy. I guess you could say I knew Jimmy as well as anyone (which was not very well). I knew what scared him. And I knew he had dreams—even if I didn't understand them. Even if he nearly ruined my life to pursue them. People in Merit, Wisconsin, always said Jimmy was . . . you know. But people said all sorts of stupid stuff. Nobody really knew anything. Nobody really knew Jimmy. I guess you could say I knew Jimmy as well as anyone (which was not very well). I knew what scared him. And I knew he had dreams—even if I didn't understand them. Even if he nearly ruined my life to pursue them.Jimmy's dead now, and I definitely know that better than anyone. I know about blood and bone and how bodies decompose. I know about shadows and stones and hatchets. I know what a last cry for help sounds like. I know what blood looks like on my own hands. What I don't know is if I can trust my own eyes. I don't know who threw the stone. Who swung the hatchet? Who are the shadows? What do the living owe the dead? ...more |
unique_5949 | It was similar to "Where's Wally?" where you find the characters. However, there were many characters, usually oddly shaped, sought of like monsters (Ninja, Red jug, Army Lieutenant) and they are all trying to escape the human body, with one character dying on each page and the others progressing and evolving. This was a fantastic childhood picture book It was similar to "Where's Wally?" where you find the characters. However, there were many characters, usually oddly shaped, sought of like monsters (Ninja, Red jug, Army Lieutenant) and they are all trying to escape the human body, with one character dying on each page and the others progressing and evolving. This was a fantastic childhood picture book ...more |
unique_247 | -Mila-“Don’t let go.” Those were my first words to him, as I hung over the side of a London bridge. The words I would soon say again, in a moment that didn’t involve bridges, but something much more fragile: my heart.He held onto me for three weeks, in a time when I needed to be held. Needed to connect to someone who understood how loss tunneled unrepentantly through the f -Mila-“Don’t let go.” Those were my first words to him, as I hung over the side of a London bridge. The words I would soon say again, in a moment that didn’t involve bridges, but something much more fragile: my heart.He held onto me for three weeks, in a time when I needed to be held. Needed to connect to someone who understood how loss tunneled unrepentantly through the fabric of your soul.Although he said he'd stay, we both knew he wouldn't. I had already survived one loss—I didn't know if I'd survive another.-Ames-She spun into my life like a tornado of smiles and chatter and everything else I'd long avoided, with a persistence that I admired, albeit begrudgingly. She broke down each neat wall I’d constructed without even trying. Her presence alone caused me to remember what it felt like to smile, to look forward to what the day would bring.But it was only supposed to last three weeks.“Don’t let go,” she’d pleaded.I’d promised her I wouldn’t—but I would. I didn't have a choice. ...more |
unique_10205 | Two brothers, Matt and Sam Burns, discover the log book of the Viking Club, a kind of junior secret society of boys from a generation or so earlier. While Sam wants to skip the log's details and go straight to look for their old meeting place (), Matt wants to see if they can first pass the club's membership tests, as they are explained, and be worthy of Two brothers, Matt and Sam Burns, discover the log book of the Viking Club, a kind of junior secret society of boys from a generation or so earlier. While Sam wants to skip the log's details and go straight to look for their old meeting place (), Matt wants to see if they can first pass the club's membership tests, as they are explained, and be worthy of going as prospective members... if the Hide-Out still exists. Another local boy called Beany joins them in their quest... and an original Viking Club member who learns of their plan prepares to meet them. ...more |
unique_9573 | "I'm Linda McGee and I don't belong here." Elsie McPhee and her brother, Tommy, are hiding a terrible secret. They've been kidnapped -- not by a stranger, but by their mother. It is lonely and scary always hiding, moving, and not being allowed to make friends or to talk to people. Elsie even remembers the kidnapping, but she's so scared of her mother, she can't say or "I'm Linda McGee and I don't belong here." Elsie McPhee and her brother, Tommy, are hiding a terrible secret. They've been kidnapped -- not by a stranger, but by their mother. It is lonely and scary always hiding, moving, and not being allowed to make friends or to talk to people. Elsie even remembers the kidnapping, but she's so scared of her mother, she can't say or do anything.Then Tommy gets sick, and Elsie needs to get help -- fast. But that means she has to leave the apartment. What if she gets caught? Does Elsie have the courage to help her brother even if it means breaking her mother's rules? ...more |
unique_10453 | In the bestselling tradition of Salem's Lot, here is an impressive debut novel by an acclaimed author of short horror fiction. A vampire eons old has spread her touch throughout the human population, leaving the streets full of the undead. The survivors band together to fight back in this riveting tale. In the bestselling tradition of Salem's Lot, here is an impressive debut novel by an acclaimed author of short horror fiction. A vampire eons old has spread her touch throughout the human population, leaving the streets full of the undead. The survivors band together to fight back in this riveting tale. ...more |
unique_460 | Praise for : Carol Muske-Dukes" is an answer-- and an antidote-- to not only what ails the Academy, but what ails a society without the self-knowledge to satirize itself. Percival Everett's infant genius protagonist vaults out of the playpen like Voltaire in flaming diapers-- to dispatch Theory's charlatans, kidnappers and con men in this brilliantly, wildly paro Praise for : Carol Muske-Dukes" is an answer-- and an antidote-- to not only what ails the Academy, but what ails a society without the self-knowledge to satirize itself. Percival Everett's infant genius protagonist vaults out of the playpen like Voltaire in flaming diapers-- to dispatch Theory's charlatans, kidnappers and con men in this brilliantly, wildly parodic romp. Deconstruct THIS!!!"Terry McMillan"I think Percival Everett is a genius. I've been a fan since his first novel. He continues to amaze me with each novel-- as if he likes making 90 degree turns to see what's around the corner, and then over the edge. I think he has a following, but not large enough. He's a brilliant writer and so damn smart I envy him." ...more |
unique_250 | Table of contents:The Triumph of Death, by H. Russell WakefieldThe Strange Valley, by T.V. OlsenThe Christmas Spirit, by Dorothy B. BennettThe Bronze Door, by Raymond ChandlerSlip Stream, by Sheila HodgsonThe Quest for "Blank Claveringi," by Patricia HighsmithMis Pinkerton's Apocalypse, by Muriel SparkThe Reunion After Three Hundred Years, by Alexis TolstoyThe Attic Expres Table of contents:The Triumph of Death, by H. Russell WakefieldThe Strange Valley, by T.V. OlsenThe Christmas Spirit, by Dorothy B. BennettThe Bronze Door, by Raymond ChandlerSlip Stream, by Sheila HodgsonThe Quest for "Blank Claveringi," by Patricia HighsmithMis Pinkerton's Apocalypse, by Muriel SparkThe Reunion After Three Hundred Years, by Alexis TolstoyThe Attic Express, by Alex HamiltonThe Pram, by A.W. BennettMr. Ash's Studio, by H. Russell Wakefield ...more |
unique_11333 | Two boys bond, sharing geeky things and fast food. And falling in love.When Luke's parents take in a foster kid named Randall, Luke is immediately taken with him, although he doesn't want to admit to himself why. He wasn't planning to be gay. He wasn't planning to fall in love with another boy. But then he met Ran....I remember when I first met Ran. He was absolutely unpre Two boys bond, sharing geeky things and fast food. And falling in love.When Luke's parents take in a foster kid named Randall, Luke is immediately taken with him, although he doesn't want to admit to himself why. He wasn't planning to be gay. He wasn't planning to fall in love with another boy. But then he met Ran....I remember when I first met Ran. He was absolutely unprepossessing, all skinny white boy wearing his insecurities on his sleeves, which were tattered and faded on a too-big flannel shirt. He wore jeans that didn't quite fit him, cheap tennis shoes that had once been white, and glasses that made his eyes look too big in his scrawny, pale face.And he was holding a trash bag and standing in the middle of my bedroom looking miserable... ...more |
unique_9839 | Having fled the tyrannical rule of her father, sixteen year old Kat now lives among her mother's people - a society that is joyful and caring, as well as conformist and bound by superstition. Kat has lived her whole life by the sea, but this new world is all stone and sky. It is bare and spare and high, ringed by mountains. Kat has spent one year dutifully preparing for he Having fled the tyrannical rule of her father, sixteen year old Kat now lives among her mother's people - a society that is joyful and caring, as well as conformist and bound by superstition. Kat has lived her whole life by the sea, but this new world is all stone and sky. It is bare and spare and high, ringed by mountains. Kat has spent one year dutifully preparing for her initiation rite, a ceremony that involves a live bear. Kat is frightened and uncertain, but only by completing the ritual can she be accepted into the circle of women. But what of the young blind man she feels herself drawn to, who is handsom and artistic but also belligerent and scornful? And what of gentle Nall, the man she left behind? ...more |
unique_10848 | The searchlight sweeps the dock. In the shadows, Karl and others crouch, set to run."Now!" a voice whispers. Suddenly a woman cries, "I can't! I'm afraid!"A thrilling tale of danger, as Karl and his friend Peter struggle to escape from the Nazis in World War II.Based on a true story. The searchlight sweeps the dock. In the shadows, Karl and others crouch, set to run."Now!" a voice whispers. Suddenly a woman cries, "I can't! I'm afraid!"A thrilling tale of danger, as Karl and his friend Peter struggle to escape from the Nazis in World War II.Based on a true story. ...more |
unique_6576 | John Casey was ten years old when his mother was murdered and ten when his father hid the truth from him. Without that knowledge, he has no idea of the enemies that lie in wait. Now grown up, John lives a solitary life, in a world enslaved by ignorance and superstition, when anyone unusual is treated with distrust and even killed and has some very unusual gifts. When he is John Casey was ten years old when his mother was murdered and ten when his father hid the truth from him. Without that knowledge, he has no idea of the enemies that lie in wait. Now grown up, John lives a solitary life, in a world enslaved by ignorance and superstition, when anyone unusual is treated with distrust and even killed and has some very unusual gifts. When he is accused of witchcraft, John does the only thing he's ever done, Run! That is, until he meets Jane, who lives in the bleak, imprisoned town of . Life outside the saftey of the town walls means certain death from the brutal monsters that hunt there. However, life inside, under the rule of a tyrannical leader, means no life at all. As the love between John and Jane grows, the dangers of unfold; and for the first time in his life, John discovers that there is something worth dying for. ...more |
unique_70 | The author of Philip's Girl and The Gated River now offers a haunting tale about a teenage girl whose dreams and disappointments unfold in a decaying small town along the Hudson. With delicate precision, Ferriss sketches the numbing routine of seemingly static lives that are actually caught in a maelstrom of uncertainty and change. The author of Philip's Girl and The Gated River now offers a haunting tale about a teenage girl whose dreams and disappointments unfold in a decaying small town along the Hudson. With delicate precision, Ferriss sketches the numbing routine of seemingly static lives that are actually caught in a maelstrom of uncertainty and change. ...more |
unique_2806 | "You don't just walk into the tribe, pal. First you've got to pass the test."Kevin thinks gangs are stupid - he's never going to join one but events spiral out of control when he's caught up in a gang fight and the tribe comes to his rescue. It isn't easy to join the tribe - but, as Kevin discovers when it's almost too late, it's far harder to leave. "You don't just walk into the tribe, pal. First you've got to pass the test."Kevin thinks gangs are stupid - he's never going to join one but events spiral out of control when he's caught up in a gang fight and the tribe comes to his rescue. It isn't easy to join the tribe - but, as Kevin discovers when it's almost too late, it's far harder to leave. ...more |
unique_1542 | Luke Harding's third thrilling case involves a series of mysterious murders in which the victims seem to have only one thing in common: they are all named Emily Wonder. In the bitter cold of winter, Luke and Malc struggle to investigate three crime scenes lacking in physical evidence. When a young homeless girl, also named Emily Wonder, is reported missing, Luke and Malc m Luke Harding's third thrilling case involves a series of mysterious murders in which the victims seem to have only one thing in common: they are all named Emily Wonder. In the bitter cold of winter, Luke and Malc struggle to investigate three crime scenes lacking in physical evidence. When a young homeless girl, also named Emily Wonder, is reported missing, Luke and Malc must rush to try to save her. ...more |
unique_12435 | Everything has a rational explanation . . . unless it doesn't. The creepy first book in a ghostly new series: Welcome to Weirdsville. "I've seen a ghost," said Emily. "Well, not seen one exactly. Heard one. At least, I think I have . . . " Woodsville is not like other towns. Night falls a little earlier there, the shadows are darker and denser, and everyone knows it's a p Everything has a rational explanation . . . unless it doesn't. The creepy first book in a ghostly new series: Welcome to Weirdsville. "I've seen a ghost," said Emily. "Well, not seen one exactly. Heard one. At least, I think I have . . . " Woodsville is not like other towns. Night falls a little earlier there, the shadows are darker and denser, and everyone knows it's a place where strange things happen., even if they won't admit it. Bethan would prefer to be anywhere but here. Jay has his theories, but isn't ready to share. Hashim sees more than he'll say, while Kelly's demons are all too flesh and blood. But Emily's freak-out brings them out of denial and face to face with the supernatural. Anywhere else, Friday night would be date night. But not in Weirdsville. ...more |
unique_4534 | On the surface, Emily Meckler leads the perfect life. She has three best friends, two loving parents, and the ideal setup at the Connecticut prep school where her father is the headmaster. But Emily also suffers from devastating nightmares about fire and water, and nobody knows why. Then the enigmatic Del Sugar enters her life, and Emily is immediately swept away—but her p On the surface, Emily Meckler leads the perfect life. She has three best friends, two loving parents, and the ideal setup at the Connecticut prep school where her father is the headmaster. But Emily also suffers from devastating nightmares about fire and water, and nobody knows why. Then the enigmatic Del Sugar enters her life, and Emily is immediately swept away—but her passionate relationship with Del is just the first of many things that aren't quite what they seem in Emily's life. As the lies she's been told start to unravel, Emily must set out to discover the truth regarding her nightmare; on a journey that will lead her to question everything she thought she knew about love, family, and her own idyllic past.This companion novel to Warman's critically acclaimed Breathless proves that sometimes the biggest lies are told to the people you love the most. ...more |
unique_13616 | Early morning, Virginia, and a woman is on the run. Her husband, a former U.S. Senator, has been missing for days. Kidnapped? Murdered? She doesn't know, but she thinks she knows who's involved, and why. And that she's next.Hours later in Washington, D.C., a cell phone rings. The White House chief of staff needs Jacob Winter now. His chief investigator and an Army Intellig Early morning, Virginia, and a woman is on the run. Her husband, a former U.S. Senator, has been missing for days. Kidnapped? Murdered? She doesn't know, but she thinks she knows who's involved, and why. And that she's next.Hours later in Washington, D.C., a cell phone rings. The White House chief of staff needs Jacob Winter now. His chief investigator and an Army Intelligence veteran, Winter knows how to move quickly and decisively, but he's never faced a problem like this. The disappearances are bad, but when the blackened body shows up barbed-wired to a tree, Winter knows there is much worse to come. And soon enough, there is. Large forces are at work, determined to do whatever it takes to achieve their ends. Winter will have to use all his resources not only to prevail but also to survive. And so will the nation. . . . ...more |
unique_539 | A Seductive Nighttime World. . . Dr. Emily Drake's psychotherapy patients tend to be a little unusual. Instead of midlife crises and mother fixations, Emily treats vampires with blood phobias and sex-demons looking for meaningful relationships. But healing these powerful beings requires an important rule: Never trust a shifter. Especially not one like Detective Colin Gyth, A Seductive Nighttime World. . . Dr. Emily Drake's psychotherapy patients tend to be a little unusual. Instead of midlife crises and mother fixations, Emily treats vampires with blood phobias and sex-demons looking for meaningful relationships. But healing these powerful beings requires an important rule: Never trust a shifter. Especially not one like Detective Colin Gyth, whose gold-flecked eyes and predatory air make Emily realize how much she longs to lose control. . .A Dark And Dangerous Hunger. . .Colin can't believe the doctor he has to work with on the Night Butcher murder case is the one person who could expose his true identity as a wolf shifter. Smart and sexy, Emily brings out the alpha male in Colin, unleashing a wild desire that takes them both over the edge. . . But in the shadows, the Night Butcher waits, eager to spill Emily's blood and taste her terror. And he'll use any means to destroy her, including the one person she has grown to trust. . . ...more |
unique_7447 | They call him a monster. Pale blue eyes as cold as ice that see right through you. He’s hard. He’s damaged. He’s dangerous. He lives in a castle fit for a fairy tale, but he’s no prince. He’s savage. He’s brutal. He’s a killer. By an act of fate, our worlds collide. They call him a monster, but he is my salvation. Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is no They call him a monster. Pale blue eyes as cold as ice that see right through you. He’s hard. He’s damaged. He’s dangerous. He lives in a castle fit for a fairy tale, but he’s no prince. He’s savage. He’s brutal. He’s a killer. By an act of fate, our worlds collide. They call him a monster, but he is my salvation. Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. ...more |
unique_3875 | Once upon a time there was a girl who was special.This is not her story.Unless you count the part where I killed her.Sixteen-year-old Alison has been sectioned in a mental institute for teens, having murdered the most perfect and popular girl at school. But the case is a mystery: no body has been found, and Alison's condition is proving difficult to diagnose. Alison hersel Once upon a time there was a girl who was special.This is not her story.Unless you count the part where I killed her.Sixteen-year-old Alison has been sectioned in a mental institute for teens, having murdered the most perfect and popular girl at school. But the case is a mystery: no body has been found, and Alison's condition is proving difficult to diagnose. Alison herself can't explain what happened: one minute she was fighting with Tori -- the next she disintegrated. Into nothing. But that's impossible. Right?When Alison meets Dr Faraday, a visiting psychologist, she feels an instant connection. More, he believes her story. But there's more to Faraday than Alison can possibly imagine ... and the answers he will give her are ... extraordinary ... ...more |
unique_9002 | In this first book of 's Quest trilogy, 15-year-old Emma has long suspected that something is not quite as it should be in her life. With her long, pale face and white hair, she looks nothing like her parents or frail younger sister. She acts nothing like them, either. While her parents happily pursue their daily routine, Emma senses danger. She knows she must w In this first book of 's Quest trilogy, 15-year-old Emma has long suspected that something is not quite as it should be in her life. With her long, pale face and white hair, she looks nothing like her parents or frail younger sister. She acts nothing like them, either. While her parents happily pursue their daily routine, Emma senses danger. She knows she must watch over the family day and night -- but why, she doesn't know. Things spin out of control when Emma takes a summer job caring for an eccentric elderly neighbor and is drawn into playing a strange board game. She's suddenly plagued by surreal, frightening dreams that begin to invade her waking hours. Emma is soon hurtled from her quiet farm life into strange worlds of intrigue and terror. As she becomes a participant in a bizarre game of life and death, the mystery surrounding her is solved ? and her future decided. ...more |
unique_4779 | In the tradition of H.G. Wells and Aldous Huxley comes a compelling and original novel about a strange new world.A man has come out of jail to find Europe plunged into a perpetual winter. His girlfriend, having died in a mysterious epidemic ravaging the population, has been brought back to life as an experiment in artificial intelligence. He steals her away, and together t In the tradition of H.G. Wells and Aldous Huxley comes a compelling and original novel about a strange new world.A man has come out of jail to find Europe plunged into a perpetual winter. His girlfriend, having died in a mysterious epidemic ravaging the population, has been brought back to life as an experiment in artificial intelligence. He steals her away, and together they hide out while human civilization disintegrates around them...until one morning the police break down their door and command them placed on a small boat and sent out into the Atlantic Ocean. The couple only know that the order came from a mysterious radio signal of uncertain, and non-human, origin. Why have they been summoned and by whom? What will the unlikely passengers find when they arrive? And what is the connection to the endless winter, and the strange fear with which humans are regarding the animals?Clever, cautionary, and absolutely unforgettable, incorporates evolutionary theory, animal psychology, brain biology, linguistics and human history into a fascinating fable of competition among the species. ...more |
unique_4536 | In this fast-paced novel about the bonds of friendship, Jenny, Emily, and Hillary, known as the Awesome Threesome, thought they'd be a threesome forever. But with Jennie's relentless ambition, Emily's jealousy, and Hillary's building resentment, it seems the Awesome Threesome is destined to be a thing of the past.Assigned to write in diaries for English class, the three gi In this fast-paced novel about the bonds of friendship, Jenny, Emily, and Hillary, known as the Awesome Threesome, thought they'd be a threesome forever. But with Jennie's relentless ambition, Emily's jealousy, and Hillary's building resentment, it seems the Awesome Threesome is destined to be a thing of the past.Assigned to write in diaries for English class, the three girls, along with three other classmates, find themselves admitting things so terrible that even they are shocked. All are left wondering: What price does a person have to pay for being successful? The pursuit of the truth is compellingly chronicled and the resolution satisfies. ...more |
unique_11425 | Praised as a chilling must-read by Affaire de Coeur and an outstanding thriller by Booklist, T.J. MacGregor's blends psychological suspense with a riveting duel between a man driven over the edge and the FBI agent whose family he killed.Seized by a rage more violent than the storm beating down on the South Florida coast, attorney Frank Benedict aims his B Praised as a chilling must-read by Affaire de Coeur and an outstanding thriller by Booklist, T.J. MacGregor's blends psychological suspense with a riveting duel between a man driven over the edge and the FBI agent whose family he killed.Seized by a rage more violent than the storm beating down on the South Florida coast, attorney Frank Benedict aims his BMW at the first vehicle to cross his path. He hits the car -- then backs up and hits it again. A woman stumbles out and collapses on the ground.FBI veteran Charlie Calloway is working on the case of her life -- searching for the man who killed her husband and unborn child. She teams up with former agent Doug Logan, a man whose near-death experience left him with extraordinary psychic powers -- the ability to read inanimate objects, to feel other people's pain, and even to see visions from a human touch. Together, Charlie and Doug will hunt through a maze of evidence that defies logical explanation and leads them into the most frightening place of all...the shadows of the human mind. ...more |
unique_13173 | A hilarious, heartwarming story about four women and how their lives change throughout their college years and lives as wives, mothers, career women, and lovers. There's Annabel, a spirited romantic, Chris, whose love for a man almost destroys her own happiness, Emily whose desire to please results in her own emotional breakdown and Daphne who prefers to look at life throu A hilarious, heartwarming story about four women and how their lives change throughout their college years and lives as wives, mothers, career women, and lovers. There's Annabel, a spirited romantic, Chris, whose love for a man almost destroys her own happiness, Emily whose desire to please results in her own emotional breakdown and Daphne who prefers to look at life through rose colored glasses not realizing the high price that she and her family will pay in the future. Then there are the men in their lives who add to the mix. Max, whose alternative lifestyle will result in a tragedy, Alexander, Chris's husband who manages to hurt the people whom he loves the most, Ken, the perfect doctor whose patience with Emily is tried and tried again, and Richard, Daphne's College Sweetheart who took what he wanted regardless of who he hurt in the process. A wonderful book about women's friendships and the painful reality that as much as you may try, you just can't go back in time. ...more |
unique_5003 | A captivating, atmospheric mystery set in the crystalline winterland of Russia.Abandoned in a blinding blizzard in the wintry wilds of Russia, Sophie Smith fears for her life. But just like in a fairy tale, a princess comes to her rescue: the beautiful, exotic Anna Volkonskaya. Over a river of ice in a horse-drawn sleigh, she brings Sophie and her friends to a magnificent, A captivating, atmospheric mystery set in the crystalline winterland of Russia.Abandoned in a blinding blizzard in the wintry wilds of Russia, Sophie Smith fears for her life. But just like in a fairy tale, a princess comes to her rescue: the beautiful, exotic Anna Volkonskaya. Over a river of ice in a horse-drawn sleigh, she brings Sophie and her friends to a magnificent, if weathered, winter palace.At first, Sophie is enchanted by Princess Anna's stories of long-ago royalty, of white wolves and gray diamonds. But when the princess takes a particular interest in her, Sophie grows concerned. What is her place in the sinister mystery that surrounds her? Even as the wind and wolves howl outside, is she more in danger now, a prisoner of the palace, than she ever was lost in the snow? ...more |
unique_11177 | It's one thing to fall head over heels into a puddle of hazelnut coffee, and quote another to fall for the - gasp - wrong guy. Straight-A junior Julia may be accident prone, but she's the queen of following rules and being prepared. That's why she keeps a pencil sharpener in her purse and a pocket Shakespeare in her...well, pocket. Julia also believes in fate, and that Mar It's one thing to fall head over heels into a puddle of hazelnut coffee, and quote another to fall for the - gasp - wrong guy. Straight-A junior Julia may be accident prone, but she's the queen of following rules and being prepared. That's why she keeps a pencil sharpener in her purse and a pocket Shakespeare in her...well, pocket. Julia also believes in fate, and that Mark, her childhood crush, is her MTB - her meant-to-be.But this spring break, Julia's rules are about to get defenestrated (SAT word: thrown from a window) when she's partnered with her personal nemesis, class clown Jason, on a school trip to London. After one wild party, Julia starts receiving romantic texts...from an unknown number! Jason promises to help discover the identity of her mysterious new suitor if she agrees to live a little along the way. And this begins a wild-goose chase through London, leading Julia closer and closer to the biggest surprise of all: true love.Because sometimes the things you least expect are the most . ...more |
unique_12306 | Set in a world where the Ice Age never ended and only a narrow coastline of civilization survives, where Victorian society exists alongside saber-toothed cats and woolly mammoths, "" is the newest and most darkly engrossing novel yet from the author of "Dark Sleeper" and "The House in the High Wood,.". Set in a world where the Ice Age never ended and only a narrow coastline of civilization survives, where Victorian society exists alongside saber-toothed cats and woolly mammoths, "" is the newest and most darkly engrossing novel yet from the author of "Dark Sleeper" and "The House in the High Wood,.". ...more |
unique_12564 | Vampires aren't real, right?People say I'm a weirdo. Sure, my idea of a party is a mini box of wine and hanging out with a feral raccoon, but it works for me.When I’m accused of murder, things get crazy. One, I learn that I have magic. Two, there’s a secret magical city hidden right in London itself. And three, my only hope is a vampire who’s sexy as sin and scary as the d Vampires aren't real, right?People say I'm a weirdo. Sure, my idea of a party is a mini box of wine and hanging out with a feral raccoon, but it works for me.When I’m accused of murder, things get crazy. One, I learn that I have magic. Two, there’s a secret magical city hidden right in London itself. And three, my only hope is a vampire who’s sexy as sin and scary as the devil himself. He's called the Devil of Darkvale, and he all but owns Guild City.Some say I should just quit and turn myself in. Not a chance. I’m going to solve this murder myself, which means surviving in a new world of witch parties, magical guilds, and a vampire with a tortured past. The vampire and I are like colliding stars, and the heat is irresistible. I should avoid him, but if I want to save my own life, he’s my only hope. ...more |
unique_6638 | Another riveting page-turner from Canada's favourite teen author--and this time, the adventure takes place in outer space.It's 2012 and the world's most renowned astrophysicists, astronomers, and theoretical mathematicians have all died within the same 12-month period. But as these scientists discover, none of them are really dead after all. They have been taken hostage by Another riveting page-turner from Canada's favourite teen author--and this time, the adventure takes place in outer space.It's 2012 and the world's most renowned astrophysicists, astronomers, and theoretical mathematicians have all died within the same 12-month period. But as these scientists discover, none of them are really dead after all. They have been taken hostage by alien forces. And while their family and friends are mourning their passing, and with the help of a 16-year-old with rare gifts, they face the ultimate struggle of prevailing over evil and returning themselves--and the earth--to safety. ...more |
unique_11452 | "You're pretty, for a girl." That's nothing Claire Howard hasn't heard before, and there's part of her that doesn't care, that thinks it's okay to love herself just the way she is. Then there's that other voice in her head, the one that plays on a constant loop that gets louder whenever people scrutinize her dinner order, snicker when she needs a belt extender on a pla "You're pretty, for a girl." That's nothing Claire Howard hasn't heard before, and there's part of her that doesn't care, that thinks it's okay to love herself just the way she is. Then there's that other voice in her head, the one that plays on a constant loop that gets louder whenever people scrutinize her dinner order, snicker when she needs a belt extender on a plane, and outright laugh when they see her with her the kind of man they don't think girls deserve. It reminds her that existing while is the worst thing in the world. It's worse than being ignorant, bigoted or cruel-at least according to society's standards. Even when she has the attentions of two men who are the embodiment of fantasy. But it's not their love that matters, it's her own. is a brand that's been seared into every aspect of her life-even her heart. Can Claire love herself enough to reach past the labels for her own happiness? ...more |
unique_13208 | First in a stunning new post-apocalyptic paranormal romance trilogy. Growing up with an unstable, often absent father who preached about the end of the world, Jenna never thought in her wildest nightmares that his predictions would come true. Or that he would have a plan in place to save her-one that includes the strong, stoic man who kidnaps and takes her to a remote cabi First in a stunning new post-apocalyptic paranormal romance trilogy. Growing up with an unstable, often absent father who preached about the end of the world, Jenna never thought in her wildest nightmares that his predictions would come true. Or that he would have a plan in place to save her-one that includes the strong, stoic man who kidnaps and takes her to a remote cabin in the Pacific Northwest.The mysterious ex-Marine named Mason owes a life-debt to Jenna's father. Skilled and steadfast, he's ready for the prophesied Change, but Jenna proves tough to convince. Until the power grid collapses and mutant dogs attack-vicious things that reek of nature gone wrong.When five strangers appear, desperate to escape the bloodthirsty packs, Jenna defies her protector and rescues them. As technology fails and the old world falls away, Jenna changes too, forever altered by supernatural forces. To fight for their future, she and Mason must learn to trust their instinctive passion-a flame that will see them through the bitter winter, the endless nights, and the violence of a new Dark Age. ...more |
unique_3107 | There's nothing more exciting than being young and in love -- especially when the object of your affection is an older guy who showers you with gifts and attention. But when Yolande's new boyfriend, Etienne, asks her to go on a date with another guy, it becomes clear that his love comes at a terrible price. Inspired by true events, follows one ordinary girl on There's nothing more exciting than being young and in love -- especially when the object of your affection is an older guy who showers you with gifts and attention. But when Yolande's new boyfriend, Etienne, asks her to go on a date with another guy, it becomes clear that his love comes at a terrible price. Inspired by true events, follows one ordinary girl on an extraordinary journey into the dark world of teenage prostitution. [Fry Reading Level - 4.0] ...more |
unique_9045 | When Anthony Monday stumbles upon the diary of J.K. Borkman, he thinks he's unearthed a worthless piece of junk. But Borkman's mysterious writings turn out to be much more--plans to turn the world into an icy wasteland. By the time ghastly weather sets in and Anthony realizes it's Borkman's fanatical son who is bent on carrying out his father's horrific work, it may be too When Anthony Monday stumbles upon the diary of J.K. Borkman, he thinks he's unearthed a worthless piece of junk. But Borkman's mysterious writings turn out to be much more--plans to turn the world into an icy wasteland. By the time ghastly weather sets in and Anthony realizes it's Borkman's fanatical son who is bent on carrying out his father's horrific work, it may be too late to stop him. ...more |
unique_2231 | Alyssa Coldwell is bound for a destiny as an immortal witch, but she desperately wants the chance to live a normal, human life for as long as she can. She takes a vacation from magic, but magic refuses to leave her in peace. The fey world draws her back in more so than ever before. In the midst of all the mayhem, she meets Kane Ice. He's human, meaning he's forbidden fruit Alyssa Coldwell is bound for a destiny as an immortal witch, but she desperately wants the chance to live a normal, human life for as long as she can. She takes a vacation from magic, but magic refuses to leave her in peace. The fey world draws her back in more so than ever before. In the midst of all the mayhem, she meets Kane Ice. He's human, meaning he's forbidden fruit, for the fey world has laws against immortals and mortals. Worried her world will either get him killed or leave him with scars he'll never overcome, she keeps pushing him away. Kane refuses to be deterred though. He loves the girl he believes is meant for him.Dark secrets emerge all around the two of them, putting them both in the line of fire and destroying the beauty of their love. The question is, how strong is their love? ...more |
unique_13318 | On a small Vermont farm in 1932, twelve-year-old Lily constantly argues with her older sister, Emily. Into this combative atmosphere comes Great-aunt Nell, who takes Lily for her first automobile ride and to the circus, and who seems to understand both girls. Lily's greatest wish is to own a horse, and it is Great-aunt Nell who prompts her to take that seriously. But every On a small Vermont farm in 1932, twelve-year-old Lily constantly argues with her older sister, Emily. Into this combative atmosphere comes Great-aunt Nell, who takes Lily for her first automobile ride and to the circus, and who seems to understand both girls. Lily's greatest wish is to own a horse, and it is Great-aunt Nell who prompts her to take that seriously. But everything changes when, in an act of revenge, Lily pushes Emily into a quarry. Soon after, Emily is diagnosed with polio and placed in an iron lung. Despite her intense jealousy, Lily helps Emily and, by doing so, makes a poignantly selfless gesture. In spare yet lyrical language full of emotional knowingness, Natalie Kinsey-Warnock weaves a memorable story of sibling rivalry, the price of giving up one's dreams, and coming to terms with death. ...more |
unique_10510 | Best-selling author Maddy Fitch, researching material for a new novel, returns to her hometown of to investigate a disappearance that has haunted the tiny Maine coastal town for the past four years. Maddy soon discovers that the case has gone cold, but the prime suspect, Adam Ward, is hotter than ever. Now living on an isolated island, Maddy takes up residenc Best-selling author Maddy Fitch, researching material for a new novel, returns to her hometown of to investigate a disappearance that has haunted the tiny Maine coastal town for the past four years. Maddy soon discovers that the case has gone cold, but the prime suspect, Adam Ward, is hotter than ever. Now living on an isolated island, Maddy takes up residence near the sexy Mr. Ward's home. As she begins to seek out answers, the mystery deepens, putting Maddy in jeopardy. Lies, secrets, deceptions. Nothing is ever what it seems in . A steamy novel that immerses the reader in an intricate storyline that will keep them glued till the very last page.First in a series. Romance/Mystery genre. ...more |
unique_7553 | In a gripping dystopian novel, four teenagers risk impossible odds to fight against tyranny in a world of dangerous choices — and reemerging hope.Escape. Milena, Bartolomeo, Helen, and Milos have left their prison-like boarding schools far behind, but their futures remain in peril. Fleeing across icy mountains from a terrifying pack of dog-men sent to hunt them down, they In a gripping dystopian novel, four teenagers risk impossible odds to fight against tyranny in a world of dangerous choices — and reemerging hope.Escape. Milena, Bartolomeo, Helen, and Milos have left their prison-like boarding schools far behind, but their futures remain in peril. Fleeing across icy mountains from a terrifying pack of dog-men sent to hunt them down, they are determined to take up the fight against the despotic government that murdered their parents years before. Only three will make it safely to the secret headquarters of the resistance movement. The fourth is captured and forced to participate in a barbaric game for the amusement of the masses — further proof of the government’s horrible brutality. Will the power of one voice be enough to rouse a people against a generation of cruelty? Translated from the French, this suspenseful story of courage, individualism, and freedom has resonated with young readers across the globe. ...more |
unique_9554 | "I'm the one who's left behind. I'm the one to tell the tale. I knew them both...knew how they lived and how they died."Claire is Ella Grey's best friend. She's there when the whirlwind arrives on the scene: catapulted into a North East landscape of gutted shipyards; of high arched bridges and ancient collapsed mines. She witnesses a love so dramatic it is as if her best f "I'm the one who's left behind. I'm the one to tell the tale. I knew them both...knew how they lived and how they died."Claire is Ella Grey's best friend. She's there when the whirlwind arrives on the scene: catapulted into a North East landscape of gutted shipyards; of high arched bridges and ancient collapsed mines. She witnesses a love so dramatic it is as if her best friend has been captured and taken from her. But the loss of her friend to the arms of Orpheus is nothing compared to the loss she feels when Ella is taken from the world. This is her story - as she bears witness to a love so complete; so sure, that not even death can prove final. ...more |
unique_5827 | An Enemies-to-Lovers StandaloneOnce upon a cold, dark night, a Russian killer stole me from an alley.I’m dangerous, but he is lethal.I escaped once.He won’t let me do it twice.The revenge is his.The betrayal is mine.But so are the lies to protect the ones I love.We’re cut from the same twisted cloth. Both merciless. Both damaged.In his embrace, I find hell and heaven, his An Enemies-to-Lovers StandaloneOnce upon a cold, dark night, a Russian killer stole me from an alley.I’m dangerous, but he is lethal.I escaped once.He won’t let me do it twice.The revenge is his.The betrayal is mine.But so are the lies to protect the ones I love.We’re cut from the same twisted cloth. Both merciless. Both damaged.In his embrace, I find hell and heaven, his cruelly tender touch destroying and uplifting me at once.They say a cat has nine lives, but an assassin has just one.And Yan Ivanov now owns mine. ...more |
unique_10279 | Dear Anthony:I appreciate your recent interest, but I'm not accepting applications at this time. Your letter will be kept in our files and someone will get back to you if there is an opening. Thank you for thinking of me.Respectfully,Alejandra PerezP.S. It's not Allie. It's Ale. Meet T.C., who is valiantly attempting to get Alejandra to fall in love with him; Alejandra, wh Dear Anthony:I appreciate your recent interest, but I'm not accepting applications at this time. Your letter will be kept in our files and someone will get back to you if there is an opening. Thank you for thinking of me.Respectfully,Alejandra PerezP.S. It's not Allie. It's Ale. Meet T.C., who is valiantly attempting to get Alejandra to fall in love with him; Alejandra, who is playing hard to get and is busy trying to sashay out from under the responsibilities of being a diplomat's daughter; and T.C.'s brother Augie, who is gay and in love and everyone knows it but him. ...more |
unique_1550 | In this riveting suspense thriller, two children race the clock to stop a futuristic murderer and his plan to enslave the world.In thirty days, a cold-hearted corporate tycoon will unleash a deadly biological computer virus on the entire world. As the public eagerly awaits his invention that promises ultimate relaxation, harmony, and community, the evil big-business sorcer In this riveting suspense thriller, two children race the clock to stop a futuristic murderer and his plan to enslave the world.In thirty days, a cold-hearted corporate tycoon will unleash a deadly biological computer virus on the entire world. As the public eagerly awaits his invention that promises ultimate relaxation, harmony, and community, the evil big-business sorcerer plans to put an end to freedom.Can he be stopped? The world's only hope is if Charlie, a math genius with otherworldly skills, and Geneva, a robotic girl from the future, can team up to track down some very dark secrets. With a method that uses atomic particles, Geneva and Charlie use "" to break through the walls of time. They travel to find an unlikely solution. But will it work?Fresh, unique, and gripping, this page-turner also celebrates the power of love, hope, and friendship as it also raises provocative questions about technology, progress, and the nature of persecution. ...more |
unique_1271 | A bold and brilliant debut from a darkly funny new voice. Oskar is a minimalist composer best known for a piece called Variations on Tram Timetables. He is married to a Californian art dealer named Laura and he lives with two cats, named after Russian composers, in an Eastern European city. But this book isn't really about Oskar. Oskar is in Los Angeles, having his marriag A bold and brilliant debut from a darkly funny new voice. Oskar is a minimalist composer best known for a piece called Variations on Tram Timetables. He is married to a Californian art dealer named Laura and he lives with two cats, named after Russian composers, in an Eastern European city. But this book isn't really about Oskar. Oskar is in Los Angeles, having his marriage dismantled by lawyers. He has entrusted an old university friend with the task of looking after his cats, and taking care of his perfect, beautiful apartment. Despite the fact that Oskar has left dozens of surreally detailed notes covering every aspect of looking after the flat, things do not go well. is about how a tiny oversight can trip off a disastrous and farcical (fatal, even) chain of consequences. It's about a friendship between two men who don't know each other very well. It's about alienation and being alone in a foreign city. It's about the quest for perfection and the struggle against entropy. And it is, a little, about how to take . ...more |
unique_11227 | An edge-of-your seat psychological thriller with a romantic twistOn the three-month anniversary of her boyfriend Flynn’s death, Morgan uploads her only photo of him to FriendShare to get some closure—but she’s shocked when the facial recognition software suggests she tag him as "Evan Murphy." She’s never heard of Evan, but a quick search tells her that he lives in a nearby An edge-of-your seat psychological thriller with a romantic twistOn the three-month anniversary of her boyfriend Flynn’s death, Morgan uploads her only photo of him to FriendShare to get some closure—but she’s shocked when the facial recognition software suggests she tag him as "Evan Murphy." She’s never heard of Evan, but a quick search tells her that he lives in a nearby town and looks exactly like Flynn. Only this boy is very much alive.Digging through layers of secrets and lies, Morgan is left questioning everything she thought she knew about her boyfriend, her town, and even her parents' involvement in this massive web of lies. ...more |
unique_8863 | Sexy, funny, and dark--this is the story of a girl who discovers that murder is the only way out of a dead-end relationship. But one man knows exactly what she's up to because he's exactly like Grace. He's a killer himself.The cult favorite that was nominated for an Edgar Award for Best First Novel is back in a special 15th Anniversary Edition. ...First there was Clay Sexy, funny, and dark--this is the story of a girl who discovers that murder is the only way out of a dead-end relationship. But one man knows exactly what she's up to because he's exactly like Grace. He's a killer himself.The cult favorite that was nominated for an Edgar Award for Best First Novel is back in a special 15th Anniversary Edition. ...First there was Clay--it just sort of happened.Then there was Pete--he was becoming way too attached. Ben, well, he totally had it coming. And then there was Sam...Grace is to a fault. She never picks fights, and doesn't like to criticize or hurt people's feelings. Problem is, the men in her life never seem to take a hint. And she just can't bear to tell them outright when she isn't interested. So she kills them. A clean break--no messy emotions, no heated arguments. But someone is onto her. His name is Sam, and he and Grace, with one very dangerous thing in common, make a killer couple. It's a match made in heaven--as long as they can both survive the relationship... ...more |
unique_2175 | Librarian note: alternate-cover edition of B00DP5IBM6.HerI wanted to have a pity party of one when I went for that beer. I never imagined I would meet a dark and dangerous man. That man took me on the wildest ride of my life. Literally and Figuratively. He quickly became my entire world.HimI didn't know I was looking for her. I saw her warming that bar stool and knew she w Librarian note: alternate-cover edition of B00DP5IBM6.HerI wanted to have a pity party of one when I went for that beer. I never imagined I would meet a dark and dangerous man. That man took me on the wildest ride of my life. Literally and Figuratively. He quickly became my entire world.HimI didn't know I was looking for her. I saw her warming that bar stool and knew she would be mine. A man like me doesn't deserve the likes of her. But damned if I didn't take it.HerWhen we met for the first time we didn't know that we already had a connection. A cruel game was being played, and we didn't know the rules. Sam would save us, but at what cost? Sam was one of my main reasons for living. If he wasn't in this world anymore, would I still want to be a part of it? ...more |
unique_10489 | There are days when Lire Devon would kill to be conventional...Espresso at Peabody's. Lunch with friends. Quiet evenings at home with someone special... Sometimes she'd give anything to be that girl. But nothing is ever that simple when you're the most talented clairvoyant in Seattle.Now there's a murder, as baffling as it is horrifying, and the police want Lire to help th There are days when Lire Devon would kill to be conventional...Espresso at Peabody's. Lunch with friends. Quiet evenings at home with someone special... Sometimes she'd give anything to be that girl. But nothing is ever that simple when you're the most talented clairvoyant in Seattle.Now there's a murder, as baffling as it is horrifying, and the police want Lire to help them flush out the killer. Well at least some of them do. Detective Sgt. Vanelli seems a lot more interested in picking a fight than enlisting her aid.This first book in a delicious new contemporary fantasy series from Katherine Bayless is a fresh mix of mystery and romance with a heady dash of the supernatural."If you like urban fantasy, or paranormal fantasy, this is right up your alley. I may even have to go buy the paper version for my shelves at home, I enjoyed it that much. She is right up there with Laurell K. Hamilton..." "A hidden urban fantasy gem - amongst the best in 2010!""This was a thick juicy steak: Woo Hoo!" ...more |
unique_9024 | An ex-cop protects a beautiful mystery author from a killer fan in this romantic suspense novel by the New York Times–bestselling author of Remember Me. As an heiress to a broadcasting fortune, successful mystery author Caitlin Bennett is used to people saying she bought her way into fame. But the taunts become terrifying when she starts receiving menacing letters from a d An ex-cop protects a beautiful mystery author from a killer fan in this romantic suspense novel by the New York Times–bestselling author of Remember Me. As an heiress to a broadcasting fortune, successful mystery author Caitlin Bennett is used to people saying she bought her way into fame. But the taunts become terrifying when she starts receiving menacing letters from a deranged fan. Meanwhile, the news that a woman has been found murdered—her body lightly covered by the New York —only adds to the chill Caitlin feels in her elegant Manhattan apartment. Though she’s not thrilled by the idea, Caitlin agrees to hire her good friend’s stepbrother, ex-cop Connor “Mac” McKee, for protection. When two more women bearing a striking resemblance to Caitlin show up dead under the snow, Mac realizes the stalker is making his way to her, his final victim. Now Caitlin and Mac will have to get very close if Caitlin wants to stay alive. ...more |
unique_656 | Fourteen-year-old nerd-boy Dan Cereill is not quite coping with a reversal of family fortune, moving house, new school hell, a mother with a failing wedding cake business, a just-out gay dad, and an impossible crush on the girl next door.His life is a mess, but for now he's narrowed it down to just ..."I loved this book so much I wanted to be in it." K Fourteen-year-old nerd-boy Dan Cereill is not quite coping with a reversal of family fortune, moving house, new school hell, a mother with a failing wedding cake business, a just-out gay dad, and an impossible crush on the girl next door.His life is a mess, but for now he's narrowed it down to just ..."I loved this book so much I wanted to be in it." Kaz Cooke ...more |
unique_8140 | The first book in a trilogy about terrifying genetic experiments. Danny is different. He's slower than other kids his age, and prone to violent outbursts. But when Danny runs off to find his biological mother, his older stepbrother Christie impulsively follows him. Along the way the two boys are joined by a runaway girl, a bird, and a dog that can speak to humans. However, The first book in a trilogy about terrifying genetic experiments. Danny is different. He's slower than other kids his age, and prone to violent outbursts. But when Danny runs off to find his biological mother, his older stepbrother Christie impulsively follows him. Along the way the two boys are joined by a runaway girl, a bird, and a dog that can speak to humans. However, nothing can prepare them for what they learn when they finally locate Danny's mother at her laboratory, . It seems Danny's mother has been performing experiments - secret experiments - with terrifying genetic significance... ...more |
unique_353 | Zoe McInnes is used to the stares. The whispers. They started when she and her sisters were young – the triplet daughters of a famous father. Now, the people of Spruce Lake watch her for a different reason – they think she murdered her husband. When her former father-in-law has a stroke, Zoe is blamed. When she's thrown in jail, the man she assumes was sent by her attorne Zoe McInnes is used to the stares. The whispers. They started when she and her sisters were young – the triplet daughters of a famous father. Now, the people of Spruce Lake watch her for a different reason – they think she murdered her husband. When her former father-in-law has a stroke, Zoe is blamed. When she's thrown in jail, the man she assumes was sent by her attorney turns out to be the stroke victim's son – and her former husband's brother. She's appalled by her attraction to Gideon Tate. Horrified to find that he's equally attracted to her. There's no way she'd get involved with another Tate. She and her sisters are trying to rebuild their ruptured relationship, and Zoe insists she’s not interested in Gideon. But she finds herself spending more and more time with him. Could Mr. Wrong be Mr. Right? ...more |
unique_4793 | Honey Malone was on the run, fleeing a dangerous predator, when she lost control of her car, drove into a lake and found herself up to her neck in breathtaking men. After the brothers nursed her through her injuries, she tried to leave, but she hadn't bargained on their stubborn protectiveness. Or the passionate bond that tied her to ." Honey Malone was on the run, fleeing a dangerous predator, when she lost control of her car, drove into a lake and found herself up to her neck in breathtaking men. After the brothers nursed her through her injuries, she tried to leave, but she hadn't bargained on their stubborn protectiveness. Or the passionate bond that tied her to ." ...more |
unique_7736 | Jennie McGrady is looking forward to a day spent hiking in the mountains with her friends. She's arranged to meet them at the trailhead but arrives a few minutes early and takes the opportunity to enjoy the solitude and cool mountain air. But lurking nearby is a man wanted on burglary charges-and in a heartbeat Jennie is taken hostage. Zack is a sweet kid but has been forc Jennie McGrady is looking forward to a day spent hiking in the mountains with her friends. She's arranged to meet them at the trailhead but arrives a few minutes early and takes the opportunity to enjoy the solitude and cool mountain air. But lurking nearby is a man wanted on burglary charges-and in a heartbeat Jennie is taken hostage. Zack is a sweet kid but has been forced into a life of crime by his aunt and uncle. Only fourteen, he's afraid of being put into a detention center himself if he turns his guardians in. But he seems sympathetic to Jennie-can she convince him to let her go and even escape with her? Corissa and Brandy Graham, during a weekend at their family cabin, stumble upon a nearly unconscious girl their age alone in the woods. She's been seriously injured-and doesn't remember a thing about who she is or how she got there.... ...more |
unique_8040 | In the scorching Australian Desert, a wild, beautiful woman rescues a man from death... He is a handsome English aristocrat, sprawled in the dunes, dying of thirst. She is a white-skinned savage, fleeing the aborigine tribe that found her and raised her but still shunned the fiery-haired outcast.Suddenly, Meg is about to escape her primitive life as Luke introduces her to In the scorching Australian Desert, a wild, beautiful woman rescues a man from death... He is a handsome English aristocrat, sprawled in the dunes, dying of thirst. She is a white-skinned savage, fleeing the aborigine tribe that found her and raised her but still shunned the fiery-haired outcast.Suddenly, Meg is about to escape her primitive life as Luke introduces her to the strange ways of Victorian England. In a search filled with adventure and excitement that spans three continents, Meg uncovers the clues to her true identity and realizes someone is trying to kill her. But the mysteries and secrets of the aborigines still pulse through the Victorian young lady, enabling Meg to triumph in the final desperate battle for survival and claim the only man she will ever love. ...more |
unique_12152 | Stephanie Reymond was just another lonely woman trapped in a miserable marriage. Now she's running from ruthless killers and is wanted by the FBI. Her husband, her sister and her best friend are dead -- murdered for a thirty million dollar fortune. Her fortune.Alone and desperate, she flees to the Caribbean in search of a place to hide -- and reclaim her money. She needs h Stephanie Reymond was just another lonely woman trapped in a miserable marriage. Now she's running from ruthless killers and is wanted by the FBI. Her husband, her sister and her best friend are dead -- murdered for a thirty million dollar fortune. Her fortune.Alone and desperate, she flees to the Caribbean in search of a place to hide -- and reclaim her money. She needs help and Jack Kidwell reluctantly offers it. He's an ex-con -- a man with nothing much to live for. But he's got a boat and a soft spot for beautiful women...especially ones who can pay.Now Stephanie has entered a partnership with the most unlikely of allies. She's not convinced that Jack even cares if he lives or dies, and she certainly isn't sure she should trust him. But as they race the killers to the money, she knows that her only choice to to trust... or be killed. ...more |
unique_2673 | She thinks he's stuffy. He thinks she's spoilt. Then the gloves come off and so do their clothes!For six years Violet Sutcliffe has known that Martin St Clair is the wrong man for her best friend. He's stuffy, old before his time, conservative. He drives Violet nuts - and the feeling is entirely mutual. Then, out of nowhere, her friend walks out just weeks before her weddi She thinks he's stuffy. He thinks she's spoilt. Then the gloves come off and so do their clothes!For six years Violet Sutcliffe has known that Martin St Clair is the wrong man for her best friend. He's stuffy, old before his time, conservative. He drives Violet nuts - and the feeling is entirely mutual. Then, out of nowhere, her friend walks out just weeks before her wedding to Martin, flying to Australia on a mission of self-discovery. Back in London, Violet finds herself feeling sorry for suddenly-single Martin. At least, she tells herself it's pity she feels. Then he comes calling one dark, stormy night and they discover that beneath their mutual dislike there lies a fiery sexual chemistry.It's crazy and all-consuming - and utterly wrong. Because not only are they chalk and cheese, oil and water, but Martin once belonged to her best friend. A friend Violet is terrified of losing. What future can there be for a relationship with so many strikes against it? ...more |
unique_6873 | What kind of man thinks he has to kidnap a bride?Brewster Johnson is scarred—physically and emotionally—by a painful childhood. With no hope of finding love, he sets out to take what he needs—a wife. But he did not anticipate a woman who would help him find joy in his past and hope for his future.Abby Landor is content keeping house for her twin brother on a lonely ranch i What kind of man thinks he has to kidnap a bride?Brewster Johnson is scarred—physically and emotionally—by a painful childhood. With no hope of finding love, he sets out to take what he needs—a wife. But he did not anticipate a woman who would help him find joy in his past and hope for his future.Abby Landor is content keeping house for her twin brother on a lonely ranch in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. She has no thoughts of romance. Then her peaceful world is interrupted by a dark stranger with a twisted goal to secure a wife, and Abby is pulled into an adventure of nature, outlaws, and hearts.God can work wonders in the most trying of circumstances. Will these young souls allow Him to lead them? Or will happiness elude them? ...more |
unique_10249 | Callie is at an October keg party in the woods, when she notices that her friend Katherine has gone missing. The kids spread out to look for her and Callie finds her, lying on a path, with a big, bloody fake knife in her. She reaches for the knife and raises it, only to discover, to her horror, that it is real. At that moment, another of the search party stumbles on them, Callie is at an October keg party in the woods, when she notices that her friend Katherine has gone missing. The kids spread out to look for her and Callie finds her, lying on a path, with a big, bloody fake knife in her. She reaches for the knife and raises it, only to discover, to her horror, that it is real. At that moment, another of the search party stumbles on them, and takes a photo of Callie holding the bloody knife. Now she is the suspect in a grisly murder. How can she prove her innocence - and find the true murderer? ...more |
unique_11928 | The scorching-hot New Year's Eve romp Mia Parker spent with a sexy stranger was reckless, amazing...and "never" to be repeated. So how did she come to agree to marry him three years later?Vineyard owner Benedict del Castillo had visited the lush Parker Retreat in New Zealand to escape the media and recover from an injury. He didn't expect to see the long-ago one-night stan The scorching-hot New Year's Eve romp Mia Parker spent with a sexy stranger was reckless, amazing...and "never" to be repeated. So how did she come to agree to marry him three years later?Vineyard owner Benedict del Castillo had visited the lush Parker Retreat in New Zealand to escape the media and recover from an injury. He didn't expect to see the long-ago one-night stand he'd never forgotten. Nor did he expect to pick up where they'd left off. Until he saw the little boy who called Mia "Mommy..". ...more |
unique_12526 | The beautiful city of Venice has been Lydia's home for many years, a place where she has found peace and fulfillment. Then one day she glimpses a young man's face in the crowd that threatens to change everything. He's a heart-stopping reminder of a dreadful secret she believed she had banished to the past. As a young child, Lydia and her sister were sent to live with grand The beautiful city of Venice has been Lydia's home for many years, a place where she has found peace and fulfillment. Then one day she glimpses a young man's face in the crowd that threatens to change everything. He's a heart-stopping reminder of a dreadful secret she believed she had banished to the past. As a young child, Lydia and her sister were sent to live with grandparents they'd never even met before. It was a cruel and loveless new world for them and it forced Lydia to grow up fast. She learned to keep secrets and to trust sparingly, and through it all she was shadowed by grief and guilt. Now, 28 years later, Lydia is persuaded to leave behind the safe new life she has created for herself and return to England to face the pastand maybe her future." ...more |
unique_13215 | Jill, 14, is with her mother in their Vermont summer cabin while her father remains with the girl's sister in New York. To escape worries over the separation, Jill sticks close to her life-long friend Migan, also 14. The girls court danger, destroying the traps set by cruel Jim McCullough around a beaver pond, a sanctuary deep in the woods. A broken arm immobilizes Migan b Jill, 14, is with her mother in their Vermont summer cabin while her father remains with the girl's sister in New York. To escape worries over the separation, Jill sticks close to her life-long friend Migan, also 14. The girls court danger, destroying the traps set by cruel Jim McCullough around a beaver pond, a sanctuary deep in the woods. A broken arm immobilizes Migan but Ryan, a boy Jill has seen at her school in the city, arrives (conveniently) to ally himself with her on the beavers' side. ...more |
unique_10669 | Nothing really bad has ever happened to Birdie. And she hates it! She needs drama, angst, torment–something to provide fodder for the amazing book she wants to write. When her parents take a yearlong sabbatical to the Caribbean, she gets her wish. . . . Morgan is a child of the sea. Raised by nomadic Norwegian parents who encouraged her to chart her own course, and filled Nothing really bad has ever happened to Birdie. And she hates it! She needs drama, angst, torment–something to provide fodder for the amazing book she wants to write. When her parents take a yearlong sabbatical to the Caribbean, she gets her wish. . . . Morgan is a child of the sea. Raised by nomadic Norwegian parents who encouraged her to chart her own course, and filled with sorrow after the water claims her older sister, she attempts to create a new life for herself in the warm waters of the tropics. But before she can do that, she needs papers that will keep the Coast Guard away, And there's only one person she knows who can help her. Tricky Nicky. Morgan knows he's a shyster. But what she doesn't know is that he's a maniacal killer. Told in alternating points of view, is a riveting story that will pull readers into its depths.From the Hardcover edition. ...more |
unique_2017 | When Claire makes a birthday wish for a little excitement, she gets more than she bargained for. Dylan, a wounded survivor from an airplane wreck, comes crashing into her life, kidnaps her, and demands to be taken to her remote Idaho cabin. Assuming Dylan is an escaped convict, Claire proceeds to handcuff him to the bed. It's a curious beginning to a beautiful romance. As When Claire makes a birthday wish for a little excitement, she gets more than she bargained for. Dylan, a wounded survivor from an airplane wreck, comes crashing into her life, kidnaps her, and demands to be taken to her remote Idaho cabin. Assuming Dylan is an escaped convict, Claire proceeds to handcuff him to the bed. It's a curious beginning to a beautiful romance. As Claire and Dylan express their true feelings, Dylan also reveals his real identity along with other secrets from his mysterious past... ...more |
unique_13832 | Andi has the perfect life. She is about to graduate with an Architecture degree and marry her-All American baseball star-fiancé. When she catches him in bed with another woman, her world is turned upside down. Left to pick up the pieces of her shattered life, she takes on a new persona—a promiscuous one. This new role protects her heart from ever being again. Andi n Andi has the perfect life. She is about to graduate with an Architecture degree and marry her-All American baseball star-fiancé. When she catches him in bed with another woman, her world is turned upside down. Left to pick up the pieces of her shattered life, she takes on a new persona—a promiscuous one. This new role protects her heart from ever being again. Andi now lives by a set of rules. The game? Sex with a new pawn every weekend. Every Friday, she sets her sight on a new sexy, successful man to play along—no strings attached, please. When Monday rolls around, she kicks them to the curb and moves on. It has helped her get through the pain of her past—that is, until she meets Jackson. The mysterious Jackson is excited to play her game. He too has had his heart in the past and isn’t looking for a repeat. Eventually, hearts get involved and Andi wonders if the game is still worth playing. Will she look for a new pawn or will she break the rules with Jackson? ...more |
unique_13305 | Adrift in the 1980s and slowly losing her mind, a heavily armed former '60s radical kidnaps a baby with the hope, deluded as it may be, of returning her life to simpler times. The child's mother, though, isn't about to take it lying down and, along with a tracker, begins a cross-country chase to get her child back. Adrift in the 1980s and slowly losing her mind, a heavily armed former '60s radical kidnaps a baby with the hope, deluded as it may be, of returning her life to simpler times. The child's mother, though, isn't about to take it lying down and, along with a tracker, begins a cross-country chase to get her child back. ...more |
unique_2230 | When a well-bred young lady opens the wrong bedroom door at a Regency house party, she has no idea of the sensual delights that await her on the other side… Miss Daphne Hayward is on the hunt for a safe, honorable husband and she has set her sights on the perfect target. He’s kind, titled, and miraculously single. She plans a full-scale seduction that will bring him to his When a well-bred young lady opens the wrong bedroom door at a Regency house party, she has no idea of the sensual delights that await her on the other side… Miss Daphne Hayward is on the hunt for a safe, honorable husband and she has set her sights on the perfect target. He’s kind, titled, and miraculously single. She plans a full-scale seduction that will bring him to his knees, begging for her hand in marriage. But when she mistakenly climbs into another man’s bed, sparks ignite, threatening to send all her plans up in smoke.Ashton Fitzgerald, Earl of Claymore, is surprised by the powerful desire that surges through him when he sees Daphne for the first time. So when he unveils her as his mysterious midnight visitor, he is determined to make her his…forever. ...more |
unique_1522 | When Phoebe arrives quite by accident at the doorstep of Harlan's mountain cabin, he is less than pleased. Convinced that she has been sent by his matchmaking aunt, Harlan would gladly throw Phoebe out, but she's in trouble. So grudging host and grudging guest will have to make the best of things. . . . When Phoebe arrives quite by accident at the doorstep of Harlan's mountain cabin, he is less than pleased. Convinced that she has been sent by his matchmaking aunt, Harlan would gladly throw Phoebe out, but she's in trouble. So grudging host and grudging guest will have to make the best of things. . . . ...more |
unique_14387 | Shannon is a quarter puma but can't shift. She's just a human with a few extra genes. But she knows how dangerous shifters are and now she's their prey, captured by a group of werewolves for a deadly hunt. Then she's rescued by the biggest werewolf of them all. He's the sexiest male she's ever seen-jet-black hair, muscular body, piercing dark eyes and a growl that heats he Shannon is a quarter puma but can't shift. She's just a human with a few extra genes. But she knows how dangerous shifters are and now she's their prey, captured by a group of werewolves for a deadly hunt. Then she's rescued by the biggest werewolf of them all. He's the sexiest male she's ever seen-jet-black hair, muscular body, piercing dark eyes and a growl that heats her blood.Anton's body responds fervently to Shannon and he vows to protect her with his life-only to discover she's the enemy. As the future alpha of his pack, Anton knows a cat will never be accepted. There'll be hell to pay. But it's mating heat, and he's about to lose all control to that driving sexual need. His wolf wants her, can smell her desire. There's no way to stop it now-his animal won't be denied. Reader Advisory: This book contains a violent, graphic near-rape scene that is not for the faint of heart. ...more |
unique_7072 | has an ugly history, a history that broke him, leaving him a ghost of a man. Out of necessity, he left the normal world to descend into the criminal world and found he fit. So he stayed. Cold as ice and living off the grid, has no intention to connect, not with anyone.Then he returns to some remote cabins in the Colorado Mountains and finds they have new owne has an ugly history, a history that broke him, leaving him a ghost of a man. Out of necessity, he left the normal world to descend into the criminal world and found he fit. So he stayed. Cold as ice and living off the grid, has no intention to connect, not with anyone.Then he returns to some remote cabins in the Colorado Mountains and finds they have new owners. One of them is Cassidy Swallow, a young woman willing to work hard to live her quiet dream in a house by a river surrounded by aspen and pine.Suddenly, finds he’s at war. Cassidy’s pull for him to connect is strong. He fights it, but he loses, always coming back for more. But when he does, he gives her nothing.From the first time she sees him, Cassidy knows is dead inside. She knows he’s the kind of man who could destroy a woman. But one night when ’s control slips, Cassidy takes a chance.He might break her. He also might be her dream come true. ...more |
unique_8688 | A beautiful woman stands by the side of the road, barefoot and bleeding, a child in her arms. Someone just tried to kill her, but she wouldn't recognize him if she saw his face. She doesn't even remember her own name.A suburban cop surveys a kitchen in disarray—a woman and child missing, a chilling note. This crime scene is unlike any he has ever seen.The man who calls him A beautiful woman stands by the side of the road, barefoot and bleeding, a child in her arms. Someone just tried to kill her, but she wouldn't recognize him if she saw his face. She doesn't even remember her own name.A suburban cop surveys a kitchen in disarray—a woman and child missing, a chilling note. This crime scene is unlike any he has ever seen.The man who calls himself Gideon waits and plans. He sees himself as a destroyer of evil, one who rids the world of s. He has already killed five. He will kill again.And somewhere in the wilderness, in a secret geocache near where the wild swans gather, lies the unspeakable clue that links them all together.Michigan's rugged and beautiful Upper Peninsula is the setting for this absorbing tale of love and loss, beauty and terror, grievous sins and second chances. A deftly woven thriller from the bestselling author of the Rock Harbor novels.Previously published as . ...more |
unique_10825 | Talia. I have always been a bird. Caged by one prison or another when the only thing I ever wanted was to fly away. Sold. Beaten. Starved. Drugged. Nothing scares me anymore. Until him. He makes the numbness go away. He is hazardous to me. It has nothing to do with his mafia lifestyle, and everything to do with what he offers. A gilded prison. A retreat from everything tha Talia. I have always been a bird. Caged by one prison or another when the only thing I ever wanted was to fly away. Sold. Beaten. Starved. Drugged. Nothing scares me anymore. Until him. He makes the numbness go away. He is hazardous to me. It has nothing to do with his mafia lifestyle, and everything to do with what he offers. A gilded prison. A retreat from everything that I once knew. The reality I have no desire to return to. He thinks he’s caged me, but soon… I’m going to fly. Alexei. I live by a code. The Vory code. In this mafiya world, there are traditions. Expectations. She does not care for these things. She does not care about anything. She thinks she has me fooled with her haunted eyes. What she can’t know is that I see her better than most. She wants to fly. But I’m going to clip her wings. And make her my wife. **This is a DARK mafia romance. A full-length standalone novel with HEA and no cheating.** ...more |
unique_2741 | As her senior year begins, Jennifer spends six weekends being a at the Renaissance Fair in Minnetonka, Minnesota. She finds in her romantic role a welcome escape from family problems. Abandoned by her father and stepfather, terrified of her psychotic brother, and largely ignored by her busy mother, Jennifer is vulnerable. She is both victim and eager participan As her senior year begins, Jennifer spends six weekends being a at the Renaissance Fair in Minnetonka, Minnesota. She finds in her romantic role a welcome escape from family problems. Abandoned by her father and stepfather, terrified of her psychotic brother, and largely ignored by her busy mother, Jennifer is vulnerable. She is both victim and eager participant as an attractive older man, John the lutanist, singles her out with his love songs. They become intensely but briefly involved; but the anticipation of the affair is more fulfilling than the reality. Jennifer quickly learns that John cannot give the security she needs, and, with a friend's help, begins to understand and appreciate the broader aspects of love. Hall sensitively evokes mood and setting while creating an engaging character who makes mistakes as she moves tentatively toward adulthood. The love scenes are discreetly done, leaving much to the imagination. A captivating, thought-provoking romance sure to appeal.Kirkus ...more |
unique_54 | At 18, smalltown Vermonter Valerie O'Connor marries gorgeous, macho airplane mechanic Jack Marsh and moves with him to Seattle, then California, where she pursues her dream of raising a large family and he pursues other women. As disappointment turns to anger and need to rage, Jack turns to drink. Valerie bears the brunt of his outbursts—though her children do not escape u At 18, smalltown Vermonter Valerie O'Connor marries gorgeous, macho airplane mechanic Jack Marsh and moves with him to Seattle, then California, where she pursues her dream of raising a large family and he pursues other women. As disappointment turns to anger and need to rage, Jack turns to drink. Valerie bears the brunt of his outbursts—though her children do not escape unscathed— but she fails to act until Jack's fury focuses on his grandson. ...more |
unique_5223 | You are cordially invited to the worst wedding of the century. Sydney Evans is no stranger to hard work. It’s the one constant in her life. And with no family or friends to speak of it’s been easy to pour everything she has into her career as general counsel for Blackstone Holdings. She wants for nothing. Until her boss offers her a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. All sh You are cordially invited to the worst wedding of the century. Sydney Evans is no stranger to hard work. It’s the one constant in her life. And with no family or friends to speak of it’s been easy to pour everything she has into her career as general counsel for Blackstone Holdings. She wants for nothing. Until her boss offers her a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. All she has to do in return is marry his good-for-nothing son. Scott Blackstone used be a party whore. Pardon, party animal. He hasn’t been that guy in a long time though. Not since he moved to Wyoming, bought a failing cattle ranch, and turned it into a profitable business. All is good. Until a phone call from his father threatens the quiet, simple life he’s built. Marry or lose everything. And to a woman who can’t stand him, no less. Well, Scott is not going down without a fight. He’s never going back to Manhattan. Not if he can help it. ...more |
unique_5099 | A child, a puppy and sweet romance…Sick and alone with her three-year-old daughter at Christmastime, Belle needs help. When her neighbor’s brother gets involved, she welcomes the soft-spoken, good-looker into her world. Rescuing her kidnapped daughter isn’t part of the deal but any man willing to babysit his sister’s menagerie of pets and cares that much about a stranger’s A child, a puppy and sweet romance…Sick and alone with her three-year-old daughter at Christmastime, Belle needs help. When her neighbor’s brother gets involved, she welcomes the soft-spoken, good-looker into her world. Rescuing her kidnapped daughter isn’t part of the deal but any man willing to babysit his sister’s menagerie of pets and cares that much about a stranger’s baby is a guy she wants to get to know much better. Jesse has only loved one woman in his life. Years ago, she left him with a broken heart and a lot of poignant memories. No one can replace her. No other woman has ever come close. So why does this loving mom sneak into his head continuously? And why can’t he shake her loose? One spoilt girl in his life, a sister who expects him to live on a pedestal, is enough for any man. ...more |
unique_6583 | He was her first: the first man she longed for, the first man she truly desired. Then he betrayed her and broke her heart. Now her revenge will be oh-so-sweet . . . and hot!Trish Henderson has returned home to Eden to take care of some family business . . . and some personal business, as well. Though she's achieved remarkable success as a high-powered Chicago attorney, Tri He was her first: the first man she longed for, the first man she truly desired. Then he betrayed her and broke her heart. Now her revenge will be oh-so-sweet . . . and hot!Trish Henderson has returned home to Eden to take care of some family business . . . and some personal business, as well. Though she's achieved remarkable success as a high-powered Chicago attorney, Trish has never forgotten her small-town high school sweetheart, Joe Ramsey, or the devastation of heartbreak.Now she's come face-to-face with the gorgeous sex god Joe has grown into, and she's determined to get him out of her system once and for all—and maybe take a little revenge, too. And this time, she has all the power. After all, where is it written that only men can explore and enjoy a physical relationship without commitment? Her plan: seduce him for just one night, then walk away . . .But there's just one problem. Trish is about to find out that one night with Joe may never be enough . . . ...more |
unique_8934 | Forced off the road by another car, a woman awakens in a hospital with amnesia. Then a handsome stranger appears and informs her he is her baby's father and that she disappeared seven months ago. Now they must put their trust in each other to find their child and discover who wants her dead--and why. First in a two-part series. Forced off the road by another car, a woman awakens in a hospital with amnesia. Then a handsome stranger appears and informs her he is her baby's father and that she disappeared seven months ago. Now they must put their trust in each other to find their child and discover who wants her dead--and why. First in a two-part series. ...more |
unique_11613 | Tracy’s favorite TV star is coming to town, and she will do anything to meet him face to face The two people Tracy loves most are Rabbit O’Shea, a smooth-talking bad boy, and Ross Perlman, an innocent young man with a golden voice. She could never choose between them, and she’ll never have to, because Rabbit is a TV character, and Ross is the actor who plays him. When Ross Tracy’s favorite TV star is coming to town, and she will do anything to meet him face to face The two people Tracy loves most are Rabbit O’Shea, a smooth-talking bad boy, and Ross Perlman, an innocent young man with a golden voice. She could never choose between them, and she’ll never have to, because Rabbit is a TV character, and Ross is the actor who plays him. When Ross announces a concert in Tracy’s hometown, she pledges to do whatever it takes to meet the real-life Rabbit—a decision that could cost her everything she holds dear. She and her best friend, Andrea, make a pact that they will meet Ross together or not at all. But when one of them gets the chance to meet him alone, it threatens to tear their friendship apart. Suddenly, Tracy finds herself longing for the days when Ross Perlman was just another poster on her wall. ...more |
unique_11415 | Heiress Tia Heath escapes the rat race of L.A. to recover from the murder of her father's partner, Andrew Carson. Even though her father has been cleared of the crime, the tabloids continue to harass her and she hides among the beautiful serene forests of Southern Alaska. Unbeknownst to her, she is being stalked by two men; both convinced she knows more about the murder th Heiress Tia Heath escapes the rat race of L.A. to recover from the murder of her father's partner, Andrew Carson. Even though her father has been cleared of the crime, the tabloids continue to harass her and she hides among the beautiful serene forests of Southern Alaska. Unbeknownst to her, she is being stalked by two men; both convinced she knows more about the murder than she lets on. Desperate and alone in the wilderness during a blizzard, her house invaded by killers, and someone trying to silence her forever, she turns to her surly neighbor, nature photographer Jon Simons, for help. Unbeknownst to her, Jon has his own agenda and secretly blames Tia for his sister's death. To further complicate matters, her ex-fianc Paul Dale shows up just as the shooting starts. Now, alone in the wilds with only her pet wolf to help her, Tia races against time, ruthless assassins, and the elements to clear her name and prove to the man she loves that she is innocent of any wrongdoing! ...more |
unique_1012 | “You don’t realize someone was missing from your life until the moment they enter it.”Estella Markson is a good girl. She studies hard, stays out of trouble, and is struggling to hold together her family that is falling apart because of her alcoholic father.Vincent Madden is the guy your mother warned you to stay away from. He doesn’t follow the rules, is in a notorious mo “You don’t realize someone was missing from your life until the moment they enter it.”Estella Markson is a good girl. She studies hard, stays out of trouble, and is struggling to hold together her family that is falling apart because of her alcoholic father.Vincent Madden is the guy your mother warned you to stay away from. He doesn’t follow the rules, is in a notorious motorcycle gang, and doesn’t care if he breaks the law or someone’s bones.After a chance encounter, Vincent starts to take an interest in the innocent girl who is so different to him. Despite Vincent’s infamous reputation, Estella is also intrigued by him. There is something about this bad boy that gives her an escape from her world of problems, and she can’t stay away.Even as they struggle with the problems in their lives, Vincent and Estella soon find that trying to forget is easier with someone by your side.Recommended for mature readers 17+ ...more |
unique_943 | Deep in the woods, a child with green-tinged skin and long matted hair awakens. She is Isabella Leland, daughter of a healer who was executed as a heretic some 300 years earlier. On her mother's death, Isabella was taken in by the crow people---faierie folk---who can manipulate space and time. The first time she returned to the real world, Catholics ruled England. Now, tho Deep in the woods, a child with green-tinged skin and long matted hair awakens. She is Isabella Leland, daughter of a healer who was executed as a heretic some 300 years earlier. On her mother's death, Isabella was taken in by the crow people---faierie folk---who can manipulate space and time. The first time she returned to the real world, Catholics ruled England. Now, those who follow the pope are regarded with suspicion and shunned. When Isabella emerges from her hiding place, she's discovered by another outcast, Elizabeth Dyer, whose family follows the old ways. Elizabeth wants to befriend Isabella, but she has her own troubles. Her brother has brought home a priest in need of shelter. Hiding him is an act of treason, and his pursuers are closing in. Sarah Singleton has a gift for blending the seen and the unseen, the matter-of-fact and the magical, into a convincing whole. Here she offers a fast-paced plot---a cat-and-mouse game between hunter and hunted---while exploring questions about religious faith and fanaticism that will resonate with YA readers. ...more |
unique_1492 | Fleeing with only her bow, horse, enormous pet wolf, and the cryptic clues hidden in her mother’s medicine journal, healer Meg Boswell gallops north towards freedom, running from the man who falsely accused her mother of witchcraft. Cursed with magical healing abilities, Meg knows that if she’s captured, she will die like her mother—atop a blazing witch’s pyre. Winter wind Fleeing with only her bow, horse, enormous pet wolf, and the cryptic clues hidden in her mother’s medicine journal, healer Meg Boswell gallops north towards freedom, running from the man who falsely accused her mother of witchcraft. Cursed with magical healing abilities, Meg knows that if she’s captured, she will die like her mother—atop a blazing witch’s pyre. Winter winds rip across the Highlands, pressing Chief Caden Macbain forward in his desperate plan to save his clan. He’s not above using an innocent woman to bargain for peace if it keeps his clan from starving. But Meg isn’t who Caden thinks she is, and when she kills a man to save the clan, he must choose between duty and her life. For although he captured her to force a peace, Meg's strength and courage have captured Caden's heart. ...more |
unique_11178 | A fresh, honest look at the difficult choices and unexpected joys in a girl’s life under pressure.Lucy Doyle is about to explode. She’s sure her name might as well be Loser because she‘s never, ever been kissed. To make matters worse, nearly all of her friends have left her behind for boys. Even Lucy’s favorite brother doesn’t seem to have time for her anymore. He’s just m A fresh, honest look at the difficult choices and unexpected joys in a girl’s life under pressure.Lucy Doyle is about to explode. She’s sure her name might as well be Loser because she‘s never, ever been kissed. To make matters worse, nearly all of her friends have left her behind for boys. Even Lucy’s favorite brother doesn’t seem to have time for her anymore. He’s just moved home from college with a distant new attitude and a big-haired girlfriend Lucy can’t stand. Freshman year is definitely not off to a good start.So when Lucy attracts the attention of Tobin Scacheri, the junior everyone wants to date, she can barely believe her luck. Tobin’s cute and funny, and he might like Lucy as much as she likes him. But Lucy’s brother has a secret that will turn her already mixed-up world completely upside down. Now, Lucy must figure out how far she’s willing to take her relationship with Tobin—and how to deal with a brother who’s not as perfect as she thought.From the Hardcover edition. ...more |
unique_1028 | The scorching new thriller from the number-one 'New York Times' best-selling author of 'The Girl on the Train'.When a young man is found gruesomely murdered in a London houseboat, it triggers questions about three women who knew him. Laura is the troubled one-night-stand last seen in the victim’s home. Carla is his grief-stricken aunt, already mourning the recent death of The scorching new thriller from the number-one 'New York Times' best-selling author of 'The Girl on the Train'.When a young man is found gruesomely murdered in a London houseboat, it triggers questions about three women who knew him. Laura is the troubled one-night-stand last seen in the victim’s home. Carla is his grief-stricken aunt, already mourning the recent death of yet another family member. And Miriam is the nosy neighbor clearly keeping secrets from the police. Three women with separate connections to the victim. Three women who are – for different reasons – simmering with resentment. Who are, whether they know it or not, burning to right the wrongs done to them. When it comes to revenge, even good people might be capable of terrible deeds. How far might any one of them go to find peace? How long can secrets smolder before they explode into flame?Look what you started. ...more |
unique_6001 | The majestic Osprey is an endangered bird that hasn’t been seen in Scotland for years, so when Iona McNair locates an Osprey nest, she’s desperate to keep the bird safe from poachers. She shares her secret with her classmate Callum, and the two become friends as they work to save the Osprey they’ve named Isis. They’re able to get the bird tagged by a preservationist, but a The majestic Osprey is an endangered bird that hasn’t been seen in Scotland for years, so when Iona McNair locates an Osprey nest, she’s desperate to keep the bird safe from poachers. She shares her secret with her classmate Callum, and the two become friends as they work to save the Osprey they’ve named Isis. They’re able to get the bird tagged by a preservationist, but after Isis flies to Africa for the winter, her signal becomes stagnant, then lost. Spurred by a promise to Iona, who has fallen ill, Callum is determined to track and save Isis, and a leap of faith and the magic of e-mail connects him with a girl in Gambia who can help him make good—in more ways than one. Set against the dramatic landscapes of Scotland and West Africa, this is a timeless tale of hope and friendship—a heartwarming novel infused with the beauty of nature. ...more |
unique_11731 | But after a plane crash stranded them in the remote reaches of the north, the strangers had no choice but to depend on one another. Beautiful and self-confident businesswoman Rusty Carlson was hurt, terrified and alone with a man she feared. But one thing was certain--she would surely die without his help.Vietnam vet Cooper Landry had a deep-rooted grudge against beautiful But after a plane crash stranded them in the remote reaches of the north, the strangers had no choice but to depend on one another. Beautiful and self-confident businesswoman Rusty Carlson was hurt, terrified and alone with a man she feared. But one thing was certain--she would surely die without his help.Vietnam vet Cooper Landry had a deep-rooted grudge against beautiful women like Rusty. Experience had taught him they were takers. But he'd survived far worse dangers, and this time he'd be damned if he'd let her risk his chance for survival.But there were predators in the dense woods-- both animal and human--and the odds were against them. They could handle that. What Rusty and Cooper weren't prepared for was the discovery that they desired more than just survival--. ...more |
unique_9774 | Beautiful, headstrong Cameron Campbell knows her privileged life as a Mississippi senator's daughter is about to be shattered. Her fine Southern family has its share of secrets and scandal, and as her father decides to stand with the Union, long-held family rivalries lead to cold-blooded murder. But amidst the devastation, one honorable man is about to show her the mean Beautiful, headstrong Cameron Campbell knows her privileged life as a Mississippi senator's daughter is about to be shattered. Her fine Southern family has its share of secrets and scandal, and as her father decides to stand with the Union, long-held family rivalries lead to cold-blooded murder. But amidst the devastation, one honorable man is about to show her the meaning of love... Six years ago Cameron offered Captain Jackson Logan her heart - and he walked away from her. She vowed then never to let another man hurt her that way. But now, as war assumes its deadly course, Cameron will be forced to find an ally in this man she loves to hate... and hates to love. A man whose strength and courage will mirror her own as she stakes a defiant stand against slavery. A man who will face unimaginable danger by her side and show her the magic of a rapturous love that comes but once in a lifetime. ...more |
unique_9534 | A fortune teller once told Mila she’d find a man who would take her breath away. She refrained from telling her it would be literally while Mila ran for her life.Having always done what is expected of her, Mila dresses the part, only dates college boys with exemplary backgrounds, and doesn’t ask questions. Not about her papa’s absences or his refusal to let her set foot in A fortune teller once told Mila she’d find a man who would take her breath away. She refrained from telling her it would be literally while Mila ran for her life.Having always done what is expected of her, Mila dresses the part, only dates college boys with exemplary backgrounds, and doesn’t ask questions. Not about her papa’s absences or his refusal to let her set foot in her birthplace—Russia.Suffocated by the rules and unanswered questions, Mila does what she’s always wanted to. She boards a plane to Moscow.She never expected to fall for a man on the way. One with unexplained wealth, tattoos on his hands, and secrets in his eyes. But it doesn’t take long for his caress to become a rough grasp muffling her screams.Revenge is a dish best served cold. Unfortunately, a Russian winter is the coldest of them all, and Mila soon learns the only way to escape intact is to do the impossible and thaw her captor’s heart. ...more |
unique_12377 | Seventeen-year-old Mackenzie Smith is sent away to spend a boring summer at her grandma's. But then she meets Wesley. He tells her exactly what she wants to hear and has information about her past that no one else knows. It's almost like he can read her mind.Only Wesley isn't who he seems.By the time Mackenzie discovers his true identity it may be too late. She's in too de Seventeen-year-old Mackenzie Smith is sent away to spend a boring summer at her grandma's. But then she meets Wesley. He tells her exactly what she wants to hear and has information about her past that no one else knows. It's almost like he can read her mind.Only Wesley isn't who he seems.By the time Mackenzie discovers his true identity it may be too late. She's in too deep and he won't let her go. Now Mackenzie must call on the strongest power of all in order to save her life. ...more |
unique_8184 | When Rachel is abducted by a group of thugs, one man steps in. He wants her for himself, and she has no choice but to trust this stranger to keep her safe. When danger strikes again, Rachel's body may endure the pain, but will their tenuous bond survive the abuse? is an erotic story featuring explicit sex and pain, graphic language and situations of questionabl When Rachel is abducted by a group of thugs, one man steps in. He wants her for himself, and she has no choice but to trust this stranger to keep her safe. When danger strikes again, Rachel's body may endure the pain, but will their tenuous bond survive the abuse? is an erotic story featuring explicit sex and pain, graphic language and situations of questionable consent. Not for anyone under the age of 18 or who is uncomfortable with the subject matter. ...more |
unique_11243 | Ariadne is destined to become a goddess of the moon. She leads a lonely life, filled with hours of rigorous training by stern priestesses. Her former friends no longer dare to look at her, much less speak to her. All that she has left are her mother and her beloved, misshapen brother Asterion, who must be held captive below the palace for his own safety. So when a ship arr Ariadne is destined to become a goddess of the moon. She leads a lonely life, filled with hours of rigorous training by stern priestesses. Her former friends no longer dare to look at her, much less speak to her. All that she has left are her mother and her beloved, misshapen brother Asterion, who must be held captive below the palace for his own safety. So when a ship arrives one spring day, bearing a tribute of slaves from Athens, Ariadne sneaks out to meet it. These newcomers don’t know the ways of Krete; perhaps they won’t be afraid of a girl who will someday be a powerful goddess. And indeed she meets Theseus, the son of the king of Athens. Ariadne finds herself drawn to the newcomer, and soon they form a friendship—one that could perhaps become something more. Yet Theseus is doomed to die as an offering to the Minotaur, that monster beneath the palace—unless he can kill the beast first. And that "monster" is Ariadne’s brother . . . ...more |
unique_13882 | After an explosion leaves detective Grant Caldwell scarred he quits his job and tries to hide from his well-meaning family while he heals. When Belle Manikas, a beautiful new neighbor, moves in next door with problems of her own he finds himself drawn to her even while he tells himself she’s nothing but trouble. Even though he knows he’d never have a chance with a woman li After an explosion leaves detective Grant Caldwell scarred he quits his job and tries to hide from his well-meaning family while he heals. When Belle Manikas, a beautiful new neighbor, moves in next door with problems of her own he finds himself drawn to her even while he tells himself she’s nothing but trouble. Even though he knows he’d never have a chance with a woman like her—not with his disfigurement—he can’t stay away.Thanks to severe health problems as a child Belle grew up sheltered and smothered by her loving, if overbearing, family. Now that she’s finally out on her own she plans to wring everything she can out of life. When she sets her sights on her brooding neighbor nothing can stop her from getting him into bed—until a madman fixates on her.With Grant now working for Red Stone Security, he sees it as his duty to protect her at all costs. Unfortunately a violent criminal is stalking Belle and will stop at nothing until he’s destroyed her. ...more |
unique_4266 | Flint is tall, gorgeous and dangerous. He's a cyborg-the absolute ultimate alpha male. He takes what he wants and holds what is his. Mira is his now. He takes her aboard his ship and has her branded with his mark. He captured her, owns her, and she will serve his every need.Mira is instantly drawn to Flint, fascinated by his seductive appeal. The sex between them is smokin Flint is tall, gorgeous and dangerous. He's a cyborg-the absolute ultimate alpha male. He takes what he wants and holds what is his. Mira is his now. He takes her aboard his ship and has her branded with his mark. He captured her, owns her, and she will serve his every need.Mira is instantly drawn to Flint, fascinated by his seductive appeal. The sex between them is smoking hot. Until she finds out he is a breeder, contracted to a dozen cyborg women, and she is no more than a possession.Mira won't share her cyborg and she belongs to no one-not even to a man who has captured her heart. She doesn't know if cyborgs feel... anything. Can Flint love her? Mira is determined to find out, no matter how much trouble she makes for the big guy. ...more |
unique_7998 | She had to deceive the man she lovedWhen a kidnapping threat endangered her pregnant sister, Domino Graham agreed to act as a decoy. In her brother-in-law's remote Austrian chalet, Domino would hide out under guard, posing as the countess.Forced to endure nerve-racking boredom, Domino tried to get to know her guards. But their leader, Ace Edwards, treated her with a coldne She had to deceive the man she lovedWhen a kidnapping threat endangered her pregnant sister, Domino Graham agreed to act as a decoy. In her brother-in-law's remote Austrian chalet, Domino would hide out under guard, posing as the countess.Forced to endure nerve-racking boredom, Domino tried to get to know her guards. But their leader, Ace Edwards, treated her with a coldness that was hard to understand.Once Domino had penetrated his chilling contempt she fell in love with Ace. If only she could tell him the truth--that he wasn't longing for another man's wife. ...more |
unique_4190 | All military brat Davinney Keith wants is to stay in one place long enough to graduate high school. After her father's promotion crushes that dream, she makes a decision that will change her life. At a house party her parents wouldn't approve of, she finds herself running from a sticky situation... straight towards a mysterious stranger who's been creeping her out all day. All military brat Davinney Keith wants is to stay in one place long enough to graduate high school. After her father's promotion crushes that dream, she makes a decision that will change her life. At a house party her parents wouldn't approve of, she finds herself running from a sticky situation... straight towards a mysterious stranger who's been creeping her out all day. In an attempt to avoid the stranger, whom she's dubbed Shadow Man, Davinney unwittingly lands herself on another version of earth called Concordia. A fish out of water in a strange new world that is both intriguing and threatening, Davinney is ordered to assimilate into their society or face the Disposal, yet another version of earth where there is no law except kill or be killed. Can she survive the rigors of , avoid disposal, and find her way back to the only place that matters? ...more |