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Claire Willoughby risked losing her millions in her inheritance if, as decreed by her grandfather, she did not wed an "acceptable" man. Harry Montgomery, the eleventh Duke of MacArran, seemed perfect. He owned a historical castle, he looked manly in a kilt, and he was as much a titled Scotsman as Bonnie Prince Charlie himself. Their engagement announced, Claire's future as a duchess was assured --- and she set off with her family to meet the Montgomery clan in Scotland. Bramley Castle was a damp, chill place, overflowing with eccentric relatives. But there was also Trevelyan, a secretive, brooding man who lived in Bramley's ancient halls. Whoever he was, he wasn't at all like Harry: Trevelyan was the most exasperating, arrogant, know-it-all of a man Claire had ever met. And the most fascinating ...

All of England rejoiced on her wedding day. But Judith vowed that her husband would get only what he took from her! At the flower-bedecked altar, the first touch of their hands ignited an all-consuming passion. Gavin Montgomery looked deep into her golden eyes and burned with desire for her...but his heart had been pledged to another. Humiliated and alone in a strange castle, Judith resolved to hate this husband who took her body, but rejected her love...never admitting her fear of losing him. But destiny held another fate for Judith...a fate that would keep at last...The Velvet Promise.

From New York Times bestselling author Jude Deveraux, a suspensful romance about a woman who uncovers a powerful treasure—and to protect it, she’ll need the help of the man she can’t have…but can’t help falling for. What if your most closely guarded wishes suddenly began to come true? Graduate student Gemma Ranford wants the job cataloging the documents of one of Edilean’s oldest families so much that she is ready to do battle to get it. Desperate to finish her dissertation, she’s sure that investigating the Frazier family history will yield new information to invigorate her research. But she is surprised to find among the papers references to the legend of the Heartwishes Stone, a magical talisman said to grant wishes to anyone named Frazier. And as she spends more time with the family in their small Virginia town, she realizes that the most secret wishes of each of the Fraziers are coming true—and that she’s falling hopelessly in love with Colin, the Fraziers’ eldest son. But now that the Stone’s powers have been awakened, so have the designs of an international thief. Gemma and Colin must find the Stone before it can be used against the family but not before each of their deepest desires is fulfilled. . . .

Sixty-year-old Olivia's first marriage was long and unhappy, but now she is a newlywed, thrilled to finally be starting her life with the man she's always truly loved, even if they are getting a late start. Kathy is in her forties and married to a handsome, successful businessman. Theirs would be a fairy-tale romance if it weren't for one problem: he's passionately in love with someone else. Twenty-something Elise is also in a troubled marriage, stuck with the man her wealthy parents chose for her. Now that he has a pregnant mistress, he seems willing to go to drastic lengths to take Elise out of the picture. Though each of them wound up at the Summerhouse for separate reasons, it's not long before they begin to open up about their regrets, their wishes and their dreams. And when they're presented with the opportunity of a lifetime, a chance to right the wrongs of their past, all three discover what can happen when dreams really do come true.

Petite Kady Long, a celebrated chef about to be marries to a gorgeous man, felt she was the luckiest woman alive. but, when she opened an antique flour tin and discovered a charming old photo of four strangers, she felt a mysterious empthy ... and an irresistible desire to try on the delicate satin wedding dress, amethyst earrings, and gossamer veil that were tucked inside.

Terri Rayburn is a small-town girl with a reputation she doesn't deserve. Terri ignores the gossip and focuses on running a summer resort on Lake Kissel. Upon returning home from a trip, she finds a handsome stranger living in her house. She's convinced someone is trying to fix her up--and admittedly, Nate Taggert is just her type. Although Nate is engaged and strictly off-limits, he and Terri become unlikely friends. When Nate hears the rumors about Terry, he's determined to discover the source of the gossip. Terri doesn't want to revisit the past, but Nate won't stop until he discover the truth--even if the truth might be more than either of them can handle

The third in the Nantucket Brides trilogy from Jude Deveraux - an author who writes extraordinarily compelling, enchanting and sweeping romance like no other.

SPIES, CONSPIRACY, MURDER... THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE SACRED BONES God's Covenant with Israel is incomplete... The dust has barely settled in the Holy Land when a group of archaeologists in the Judean desert stumble upon a secret room inside a cave. Its walls are covered in Egyptian hieroglyphs including the curious image of a dolphin wrapped around a trident. An old clay jar bearing this unusual symbol is also discovered —— containing an ancient scroll. Elsewhere, a secret, extreme Jewish sect called the sons of Light is determined to change the course of theological history forever. To do so they need DNA from a 2,000-year-old skeleton. When it is revealed that this same DNA also runs through the veins of a living person, a race begins to kidnap the fated girl and forever change the world's destiny.

"Sparks fly when Casey Reddick is recruited to play Elizabeth Bennet opposite Tate's Mr. Darcy in a stage adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. Just brushing past Tate makes Casey's whole body hum. As they spar on and off stage, Casey begins to think she's been too quick to judge. Tate is more down-to-earth than Casey expected, and she finds herself melting under his smoldering gaze. But then Tate's handsome ex-brother-in-law, Devlin Haines, who is playing Wickham, tells Casey some horrifying stories about Tate. She is upset and confused as she tries to figure out who and what to believe. As she finds herself falling for Tate, Casey needs to know: Is the intense, undeniable chemistry between them real, or is this just a performance that ends when the curtain falls?"--Amazon.com

The first in the Nantucket Brides trilogy from Jude Deveraux - an author who writes extraordinarily compelling, enchanting and sweeping romance like no other.

While at an old English church, Dougless Montgomery meets a strange young man who claims he is from the sixteenth century, and when the two of them begin searching for a way to send him back in time, they find a love that survives for all time.

Jude Deveraux steps back to a time and place where revenge and rivalry rule men's hearts—and love conquers all—in this wonderful Montgomery novel. Bronwyn MacArran was a proud Scot. Stephen Montgomery was one of the hated English. He came to Scotland as a conqueror, saw her beauty and was vanquished. But still she would abhor him. She owned a temper hot enough to forge the armors of battle or inflame a valiant soldier's passion. Yet still she would resist him. She became his reason to live, his reason to love. And still she would deny him. But while clan fought clan, while brother took up sword against brother, and the highlands ran with blood—their destiny was made...and this mighty warrior pledged himself to his woman's pride, her honor and her name—and made of their love a torch to burn through the ages!

It was her father's dying wish that Samantha Elliot search for her grandmother, who'd disappeared from Louisville when she was a baby. So here she was, in big, dirty New York City...her parents were dead, her divorce was final, and she was all alone.... Michael Taggert was Samantha's landlord, and he was easily the most beautiful man she'd ever seen. He was charming, too -- his zest for life was so contagious that in his presence Sam bloomed like a flower after the rain. Yet Mike could only get so far with her -- when he tried to get closer, it was like running into a brick wall. But Mike wouldn't give up. As they probed her grandmother's past, he was slowly uncovering the joy and affection Samantha had buried long ago -- and leading them closer to the dangerous truth about a bloody spring night in 1928, and a seductive blues singer named Maxie....

Jude Deveraux touches the heart with this captivating novel of unexpected passion, adventure, and second chances. Lost Lady Forsaken by her guardian and narrowly escaping marriage to a money-hungry suitor, Regan flees Weston Manor, the only home she's ever known, determined to rule her own destiny. When Travis Stanford, a big, rugged American, finds Regan on London's docks, he vows to protect her -- unaware of the magnificent, iron-willed beauty she would become, or the dangerous, passion-filled future that awaited them both. From England's bawdy wharves to Virginia's elegant mansions, their love was kindled by chance, and flamed by the thrilling pursuit of unknown tomorrows.

Two outcasts in medieval England are brought together and share a destiny of passion in the third of the Velvet Montgomery Annals Quadrilogy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Duchess. With her father murdered, her home burned, lovely Alyx Blackelt fled to the woods and found sanctuary in the camp of Raine Montgomery, a nobleman outlawed by the king’s edict. There she hid her beauty in the guise of a boy, and her sorrow in her work as Montgomery’s squire. But how long could such loveliness as hers be hidden? How long could such a gallant man’s desires be blind? And how soon—even as a blood feud raged between the Montgomery family and the Chatworth, as angry swords clattered in the name of family honor—one woman’s love would make all the difference...one woman’s love would inflame a hero’s passion, touch a kings pity, and raise a song of praise in every English heart.

The second in the Nantucket Brides trilogy from Jude Deveraux - an author who writes extraordinarily compelling, enchanting and sweeping romance like no other.

What is another name for sizzling romance? Jude Deveraux! With The Taming, Deveraux proves once again that she is at the top of the romance field, sweeping through the world of 15th-century England with two of the most unlikely people ever to fall in love! The Taming is the first in Deveraux' glorious, heart-stirring Falcon Saga.

A Classic Love Story of a Fearless Lordand the Woman Who Tamed Him Darkly handsome and rich beyond imagining, the bold English conqueror was called the Black Lyon for his lion like ferocity. He had no match among enemies, or women . . . until he met Lyonene, the green-eyed beauty whose fiery spirit equaled his own. Through a whirlwind romance and stormy marriage, she endured every peril to be by his side, until vicious lies and jealousy drove her into danger. Now only the fierce Black Lyon can save her--for he alone has the courage to destroy the ruthless plot threatening to shatter the bond of love the Lyon and his lady vowed would never be broken . . .

Two childhood friends who are reunited after years apart, discover that the spark they felt even as kids still remains...

Would you risk your life--on the love of a lifetime? Charleston, 1799: A daughter of Southern gentility and a gifted painter, Catherine Edilean Harcourt has no lack of suitors at home in Virginia, waiting to fulfill her dream of marriage and family. But Cay's adventurous spirit, fostered by growing up with her three brothers, is piqued while visiting her godfather in South Carolina. Bedridden with a broken leg, he asks Cay to fill in for him on an urgent task: on her way to a fancy dress ball, she must deliver a packed horse to an old friend's son--who also happens to be an escaped convict charged with murdering his wife! Cay agrees to the plan, which doesn't go at all as planned . . . whereupon she finds herself fleeing Alexander McDowell's captors, riding blind into the night with the fugitive Scotsman. Though she should fear him, Cay finds herself overwhelmingly attracted to Alex, and drawn into his tale of misguided justice and his innocence as they seek refuge in the steamy Florida everglades. Will trusting him be the worst mistake of her life? Or will falling in love be the salvation both of them have been looking for?

The author, known for her numerous bestsellers, delivers another captivating romance filled with passion and intensity. This original story promises to engage readers with its unique characters and compelling narrative, showcasing the author's signature style that has resonated with fans of romantic fiction.

Jamie Montgomery, an impoverished Elizabethan knight, is elated when he is assigned to escort Axia, the Lancaster heiress, to the castle of her betrothed. If only she will fall in love with Jamie 00 as Jamie's devoted older sister predicts 00 the family's financial woes will be solved. But Axia, who has spent her life closely guarded by her father's servants, is not the shy, cossetted flower Jamie expects. She's a hoyden, hell-bent on enjoying her precious moments of liberty before her marriage to a man chosen by her remote, eccentric father. After curtly informing Jamie not to bother declaring his love for her -- as all poor, handsome men seem wont to do -- Axia makes his life a misery, sneaking off to the marketplace, nearly breaking her neck on a runaway horse, and doing everything possible to delay the trip. Though she dare not admit it, even to herself, Axia dreads being wed to a stranger. Suddenly Jamie realizes that he savors even her most barbed words life the rarest nectar..that he is falling desperately in love with this bold, maddening beauty. Now he must contrive a daring plan to win her freedom -- and win her proud, defiant heart for his own!

A Gift Of Love captures holiday magic as it transports us...to New York City, where a schoolteacher slips an antique gold ring on her finger and travels back in time to a man who desperately needs her love...to a village in Victorian England, where an embittered earl seeks a governess for a lovely, defiant little girl named Noelle...to a starry London night, on which a Christmas pony heralds a gift greater than any king's ransom...to the snow-covered hills of Virginia, where a young widow learns during a holiday trip that miracles really do come in the least expected packages...and to a reclusive tycoon's Newport estate, where a determined young woman sets out to unlock the secrets of a man's heart. Let A Gift Of Love open the door to worlds of passion and adventure, where love -- and miracles -- are always in the air!

Jude Deveraux continues her beloved Montgomery saga in America with this dramatic, passion-filled tale of rebellion and love -- a breathtaking adventure to be savored all over again -- or discovered for the first time! The Raider In colonial New England, the British are hunting a fearless, masked patriot whose daring foils them at every turn. He's known simply as the Raider. Jessica Taggert, a proud-tempered beauty, thrills to the Raider's scorching midnight embrace, but despises Alexander Montgomery, the drunken town buffoon. In truth, the cleverly disguised Montgomery lives two lives...and only his triumph over the hated Redcoats will free him, at last, to know the full pleasure of Jessica's love.

Magic most definitely resides in the Maine summerhouse where the mysterious Madame Zoya has granted the innermost wishes of its visitors. Now, three women have come to this special place with one thing in common: a painful past they would each like to rewrite. Amy, who hides a heartbreaking loss behind her seemingly perfect marriage and family...Faith, a widow in her thirties whose deepest grief is for a man from years ago...and Zoë, an artist shunned by her hometown for reasons she doesn't know, after a traumatic night erased her memory. With their mystical powers, Madame Zoya and her sister Primrose are about to transport the trio to eighteenth-century England to alter Amy's ancestry. But although surprises await each of them, will stepping back in time bring the women the happy endings they seek?

Old secrets and deadly grudges intertwine as an unlikely group of friends embarks on a quest for truth. Their determination to uncover hidden realities leads them into dangerous territory, where the stakes are high and the consequences unpredictable. As they navigate their relationships and confront the past, the bonds of friendship are tested against the backdrop of mystery and intrigue.

Jocelyn Minton is shunned by her late mother's upper-crust circles after her handyman father marries a working-class second wife, but she is befriended years later by a wealthy elderly woman who leaves her her considerable estate.

The New York Times bestselling author of Wishes weaves a moving and charming novel of a daredevil woman who returns to Colorado for a new life…and a new love. Jackie O’Neill is a daredevil pilot and a true American heroine—the type of woman so beautiful men stopped in their tracks to watch her walk down the street. After years of nonstop excitement—traveling around the globe in a chaotic rags-to-riches-to-rags whirl with her late husband, Charley—Jackie has returned to Eternity, Colorado, near her hometown. She wants to put down roots, start a business, maybe someday fall in love again. But she never dreamed that the man who might make all her wishes come true is William Montgomery...little Billy, the lovesick boy who dogged her every step when she was a teenager...little Billy, who was now definitely a man, handsome, sexy, rich, and still madly in love with Jackie O’Neill.

Jude Deveraux’s bestselling Moonlight trilogy set in Edilean—the small Virginia town where the surprising destinies of three college friends unfold—continues with this enchanting new novel. After being abruptly jilted, Sophie Kincaid flees to the place her friend Kim Aldredge calls heaven on earth. But Sophie’s first taste of Edilean is far from heavenly: after her car breaks down on a country road, she is nearly run over by a speeding sports car. A small act of revenge brings some satisfaction, and word quickly spreads that a gorgeous newcomer gave the driver, the notoriously bitter Dr. Reede Aldredge, a dressing down! But it isn’t the first time the fiery artist has gone too far for payback; a secret possession she carries with her could shatter her ex-boyfriend’s future. Reede Aldredge has secrets, too, including a desire to get closer to the beauty who is turning his dark world upside down. Under the night skies, their masquerade is magic—but will it turn to dust by the light of day?

Jude Deveraux’s New York Times bestseller is a touching exploration of the longings deep within every woman’s heart, featuring three friends who get a chance to discover what might have been. As they approach their fortieth birthdays, Leslie Headrick, Madison Appleby, and Ellie Abbott gather at a summerhouse in Maine to reflect on their lives and choices. Unexpectedly, they receive a gift that allows them to turn their “what-might-have-beens” into reality. Leslie, a suburban wife and mother, wonders about the career of a boy who pursued her in college and what her life could have been had she chosen differently. Madison, who sacrificed a modeling career to support her high school boyfriend after an accident, contemplates what would have happened if she had rejected his call. Ellie, a successful novelist, faces the aftermath of a bitter divorce that shattered her self-belief and questions why the justice system failed her. Now, a mysterious figure named “Madame Zoya” offers each woman the chance to relive any three weeks from their past. They must decide if the road not taken is a better path and ultimately choose the life that will fulfill their deepest longings.

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New York City, 1909: A woman ahead of her time, Temperance O'Neil is happily married to her work -- helping single mothers on the city streets -- which she funds with her inheritance. When her disapproving stepfather, Angus McCairn, cuts off her income, an infuriated Temperance has no choice but to do as he commands: live, as a proper unmarried lady, in the family's home in Edinburgh. She soon strikes up a bargain with the elder McCairn to win her passage home by agreeing to Þnd a wife for his nephew, James -- a task few would dare undertake. A brusque, strapping man, James McCairn has little use for the new "housekeeper" on his Highlands farm -- though the place could surely use a woman's touch. But as she attempts to match James with his ideal mate, Temperance makes a surprising discovery: behind his gruff exterior is a kind, intelligent, caring soul. And his perfect match may surprise Temperance most of all.... Includes an excerpt from The Summerhouse, Jude Deveraux's splendid new novel!

Set against the backdrop of the American West, the story follows a mail-order bride who embarks on a journey to find love and a new life. Faced with the challenges of a new environment and the complexities of her arranged marriage, she discovers resilience and strength in the face of adversity. Themes of hope, independence, and the quest for belonging weave throughout her experiences as she navigates her relationship with her husband and the expectations of society.

New York Times bestselling author and "master storyteller" (Literary Times) Jude Deveraux uncovers the passions and scandals that take a small town by storm when two cousins switch lives. Ariel and Sara never imagined their high-spirited attempt to step into each other’s shoes would cause such upheaval. The lifelong pen pals, who look exactly alike, meet for the first time in their twenties and embark on a daring adventure of changing identities. Southern belle Ariel is determined to win the heart of a man who doesn’t know she exists, while Sara yearns to leave behind her hardscrabble existence and taste the good life that fate has denied her. But in pretty Arundel, North Carolina, nothing is as it seems—including the dangers that are closing in on their new dream lives, as the deepest of fears and darkest of secrets and betrayals come to light.

A woman novelist, obsessed by her book's hero to the point of being ill, is diagnosed with problems from a past life. She is hypnotized back to the 16th Century as Lady de Grey, whose husband, a man just like her hero, is divorcing her for adultery which she did not commit. By the author of Sweet Liar.

Left nothing but a ramshackle farm house when her business titan husband dies, Lillian changes her identity to escape the press and wonders at the mysterious note left to her by her late husband that asks her to find out what happened.

The narrative follows a resilient woman who defies societal expectations and personal challenges, showcasing her strength and determination. As she navigates a world that seeks to limit her, her journey reveals themes of empowerment, courage, and the quest for freedom. The story highlights her struggles and triumphs, emphasizing her unyielding spirit in the face of adversity, making her an inspiring figure for readers seeking tales of perseverance and independence.

Grieving the loss of his fiancée, Jace Montgomery uncovers a clue related to her mysterious suicide that drives him to buy an English fortress. There, he meets a spirited ghost who shares a tragic connection to his fiancée's fate. This haunting encounter intertwines their stories, exploring themes of love, loss, and unresolved mysteries. The narrative promises to delve into the emotional turmoil of grief while unraveling the secrets behind both women's untimely deaths.

The unforgettable finale of the bestselling Forever trilogy follows psychic heroine Darci Monroe on a quest to find the kidnapped father of an FBI agent. Darci has never given up searching for her kidnapped husband. But her quest has taken her deeper into the world of psychic phenomena than she ever dreamed—or dared to go. When the FBI enlists her help in locating the missing father of undercover agent Jack Rose, Darci signs on for the covert operation, not knowing that her attraction to handsome, sexy Jack is about to lead her into deadly territory—and into an era long past. For Jack has a protector, a mysterious nineteenth-century lady who pulls them into a time and place where Darci is stripped of her abilities. Can she find the key that links to the modern-day crimes she’s set out to solve? And will a showdown with a wicked force from the past hold her hostage...for all eternity?

Exploring the complexities of love and sacrifice, the narrative delves into a relationship where deep feelings clash with the necessity of difficult choices. The protagonist grapples with the realization that to protect his beloved, he may have to cause her pain. Themes of devotion, heartbreak, and the struggle between personal desires and the well-being of a partner are central to this poignant tale, highlighting the often painful realities of true love.

Ford Newcombe has endured the profound loss of his wife, Pat, who was his guiding light and inspiration in his journey to becoming a successful author. Since her death six years ago, he has lived in solitude, struggling to write and facing rumors that Pat was the true genius behind his beloved books. In desperate need of inspiration, Ford encounters Jackie Maxwell, a clever and spirited university researcher. Her deep understanding of a local legend involving a young woman's friendship with the devil compels Ford to hire her as his assistant. Together, they relocate to Cole Creek, North Carolina, where the story is said to have unfolded. As they delve into the town's dark history, they uncover the lingering effects of the tale on the community, revealing secrets tied to passion and death. Through their investigation, Ford and Jackie not only work to solve a long-forgotten crime but also discover a profound connection between their lives and the past. This journey offers them the potential for healing and the promise of new love, as they navigate the complexities of their intertwined fates.

Sara Shaw's idyllic wedding plans in Edilean, Virginia, are shattered when her fiancé, Greg Anders, mysteriously disappears just weeks before their big day. As she grapples with the sudden absence of the charming Greg, Sara must confront her feelings of betrayal and uncertainty, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. The story explores themes of love, trust, and the complexities of relationships against the backdrop of small-town life.

Amanda Caulden led a sheltered life on her father's California ranch -- until the day Hank Montgomery stormed into town. A hot-blooded union organizer -- and a natural-born ladies' man -- Hank sensed the fire that smoldered beneath Amanda's prim beauty...and he vowed to make her his own. Hank's assault on her orderly life made Amanda furious -- and all the more enticing. Slowly, he drew her into a world of sensuous pleasure: sumptuous meals and moonlit dances, carefree laughter and stolen kisses...gently stirring the sleeping embers of passion. But even as a fierce love rose between them, violent rebellion threatened to destroy the Caulden ranch -- and their lives!

A glorious new romance from the immensely successful, New York Times bestselling author, Jude Deveraux

Secrets can lurk beneath the surface of even the most intimate family relationships, shaping dynamics and revealing hidden truths. The narrative delves into the complexities of familial bonds, exploring how these concealed aspects can impact connections and lead to unexpected revelations. As the story unfolds, characters confront their pasts and the secrets that bind or divide them, ultimately seeking understanding and reconciliation.

Jude Deveraux's sizzling New York Times bestseller is a page-turning mix of thrilling sensuality, warmhearted wit, and hot-blooded suspense. A rising corporate star, Fiona Burkenhalter is a New Yorker through and through. When her boss sends her to the Florida Everglades to accompany a wealthy new client on a rustic fishing expedition, it may as well be another planet to city slicker Fiona. She's more than a little steamed at this detour from the executive fast track -- until she meets the expedition's larger-than-life guide, Ace Montgomery. Entirely out of her element, Fiona becomes mired in a maze of hair-raising circumstances the moment she arrives in Florida. Inexplicably pegged as the prime suspect for a shocking murder, Fiona finds that her only ally is Ace. As an irresistible chemistry flares -- and with their lives and hearts on the line -- they turn up the heat in their desperate search for a killer. Take off on a wild ride with High Tide , and discover once more why Jude Deveraux's spellbinding novels soar onto bestseller lists -- and win the hearts of millions -- time after time.

The much-loved author of THE SUMMERHOUSE and WILD ORCHIDS presents her highly anticipated new book, an emotionally charged novel about one woman's bid to stand up to the tragedy of her past, and reclaim the promise of her future

"Time travel romance at its best!"--Fresh Fiction on Chance of a Lifetime They can't be together, but they can't stay apart... Liam O'Connor has one purpose in this life--to push the woman he loves into the arms of another man. The Irish rogue unknowingly changed the course of destiny when he fell in love with Cora McLeod over a century ago. Their passion was intense, brief and tragic. And the angels have been trying to restore the balance of fate ever since. Now police officers in Providence Falls, North Carolina, Liam and Cora are partners on a murder investigation. The intensity of the case has drawn them closer together--exactly what Liam is supposed to avoid. The angels have made it clear Cora must be with Finley Walsh. But headstrong Cora makes her own decisions and she's starting to have feelings for Liam--the only thing he's ever really wanted. Liam knows this is the last chance to save his soul. But does he love Cora enough to let her go? Providence Falls Book 1: Chance of a Lifetime Book 2: An Impossible Promise

A relentless campaign by phone, letter, and email has persuaded Hollander Latham's parents to purchase the home of her dreams: Spring Hill, a beautiful North Carolina plantation where Holly spent her memorable thirteenth summer. Now a successful architect, Holly is intent on reuniting with Spring Hill's neighbor and her love from that long-ago summer, wealthy heir Laurence Beaumont -- she dreams of working her way into Lorrie's heart while restoring his historic estate, Belle Chere. But as Christmas fast approaches, Nick Taggert -- a mysterious stranger who makes her laugh and tempts her with a surprising passion -- turns her plans upside down. One man can seduce her with fortune and privilege; the other can promise her the simple gift of love. And on a frost-covered Christmas night, Holly's choice will unmask astonishing truths and hidden dangers -- revelations that will forever change her charmed life and her vulnerable heart.

The narrative captivates readers with its engaging plot and well-developed characters, promising an entertaining experience. The story unfolds with twists and turns that keep the suspense alive, making it a true page-turner. Critics have praised its ability to blend humor and drama, appealing to a wide audience. With its lively dialogue and relatable themes, the book invites readers into a world filled with intrigue and excitement.

Retired bestselling author Sara Medlar finds herself drawn into one last mystery as an amateur detective. This time, the stakes are high, and the investigation leads her into dangerous territory, where she must confront a killer. As she navigates the complexities of the case, Sara's sharp wit and experience come to the forefront, making for an engaging and suspenseful tale.

Warm up with four enchanting tales of love and adventure from bestselling authors Jude Deveraux, Judith McNaught, Jill Barnett, and Arnette Lamb. From a clumsy angel in 1800s NYC to a clever matchmaker in modern Colorado, these stories promise drama, romance, and a celebration of love.

The narrative explores the complexities of love across time, focusing on a woman's passionate affection for a man in one century, juxtaposed with her disdain for him in another. This intriguing premise delves into themes of reincarnation, the evolution of relationships, and the impact of time on emotions. The characters' journey highlights the contrasts between their past and present selves, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of love and the influence of history on personal connections.

Morgan Wakefield bekommt laut Testament ihres Vaters dessen Vermögen und Ranch nur nach einer Heirat vor ihrem 25. Lebensjahr - sonst fällt alles ihrem habgierigen Onkel Horace, der sie so unscheinbar wie möglich im Hintergrund halten will, in die Hände. Daher sieht sie nur eine Chance: sie muß einen Mann finden, der sie gegen das Versprechen von Geld ehelicht. Als sie den gutaussehenden Seth Colters kennenlernt, macht sie ihm ohne zu zögern ein Angebot, daß er nicht ablehnen kann - und zieht mit ihm gemeinsam auf seine Ranch in das Territorium Neu-Mexico. und aus der ehemals rein geschäftlichen Vereinbarung wird viel mehr...

Zur Liebe verurteilt - bk336; Bastei Lübbe Verlag; Jude Deveraux; pocket_book; 1994

Ein Sommer zum Verlieben... Kim ist eine erfolgreiche Schmuckdesignerin in Edilean, doch ihr Liebesglück lässt auf sich warten. In besonders unglücklichen Momenten träumt sie sich zurück in die wunderbaren Ferienwochen in ihrer Kindheit, die sie mit dem Jungen Travis verbrachte. Unter mysteriösen Umständen kamen Travis und seine Mutter damals in das Städtchen und am Ende des Sommers verschwanden sie urplötzlich. Aber Kim hat ihn nie vergessen. Als eines Tages ein Fremder in Edilean auftaucht, erkennt Kim Travis sofort. Er ist mittlerweile ein erfolgreicher Anwalt und genießt ein Leben im Luxus. Wird Kim in ihm noch immer den Jungen von damals entdecken können? "Eine meisterhafte Geschichtenerzählerin" The Literary Times

Een jong meisje wordt in het Engeland van de 16e eeuw tegen haar wil vastgehouden door haar aartsvijand.

V úvodním románu cyklu Levandulové ráno se čtenář seznámil s nevšední Edilean Harcourtovou a jejím tajemstvím. Ve druhém příběhu autorka představuje její předky v dramatickém příběhu Edilean Talbotové. Ta přichází roku 1766 do Skotska žít se svým strýcem, který však zamýšlí vzdělanou, krásnou a bohatou dívku provdat za jednoho ze svých nechutných přátel, jakmile jen dosáhne věku 18 let. Naštěstí získá Edilean i jiného ctitele, mladého a odvážného Anguse McTerna, který ji pomůže uprchnout a doprovází ji v roli manžela na cestě do Ameriky. V Bostonu se jejich cesty rozejdou, ale když se Edilean dostane do nebezpečí, její starý přítel jí opět podá pomocnou ruku.

Les sœurs Chandler sont de retour ! Retrouvez ou découvrez les intrépides et ravissantes jumelles. Doriane est médecin, fait rarissime aux États-Unis en 1892. Aryane est une parfaite lady. Elles s'amusent parfois à échanger leur rôle : un soir Doriane se laisse séduire par Leander, l'homme qui doit épouser sa sœur deux semaines plus tard. Tombé fou amoureux, Leander se donne quinze jours pour séduire celle qui l'a mystifié. Quinze jours effrénés où tous les coups seront permis et où le destin s'amusera à conjuguer les jeux de l'amour et du hasard...

Een goede fee grijpt in in het leven van een door eetverslaving geplaagde vrouw.

Pět královen romantického žánru spojilo své síly, aby potěšily čtenářky kouzelnou atmosférou příběhů, jejichž hlavním tématem je láska. Jude Deveraux představuje Kathryn, která prchá před lidskou záští do zapadlého městečka a přijímá práci guvernantky. Zůstane odkázána jen na sebe, nebo se najde muž, který jí ukáže sílu lásky? Maragaret Allison se zaměřuje na osamělou malířku Kim, jež musí vyřešit dva problémy: obnovit vztah s nemocným otcem a naslouchat svému srdci, které ji táhne k muži, jenž se náhle objevil v jejím životě. V povídce Stef Ann Holm neznámý dobrodinec vyhlásí zvláštní soutěž s lákavou odměnou. Isabela a John, dosud cizí, spojí síly, ale co všechno získají svým rozhodnutím? Mariah Stewart zobrazuje hrdiny, kteří se po letech odloučení opět setkávají a oba vědí, že se nikdy nepřestali milovat. Otevřou si však svá srdce? Linda Howard nás zavede na horskou chatu k Hope, která po ovdovění pomáhá promrzlému muži. Když však zazní zpráva o uprchlém zločinci, je otázkou, zda je to on, nebo jen náhoda. Každá povídka nese hluboký lidský příběh o touze po lásce a štěstí, ukazující, že i zdánlivě neřešitelné situace mohou mít dobrý konec. Těchto pět příběhů vás naplní nadějí a jistě se k nim rádi vrátíte.

Tři generace trvá vražedná nenávist mezi rody Peregrinů a Howardů. Howardi se snaží udržet rozsáhlý majetek, který jejich předek získal na Peregrinech, a Peregrini se snaží získat zpět vše, o co je Howardi připravili, a navíc vyřešit peregrinskou hádanku, která by mohla být klíčem k celé spletité situaci. Chlapci v obou rodech přichází na svět, aby se naučili zabíjet a umírat. Narození dívky znamená pro rodinu pohromu. A právě nejmladší z rodu Peregrinů je dívka Zared. Aby přežila a neoslabila svou rodinu, je bratry vychovávána jako chlapec. Umí se rvát, jezdit na koni, bojovat s mečem v ruce a klít jako její bratři a ostatní muži z hradu Moray. Ale pak přijde okamžik, kdy chce poznat i jiné stránky života. A tak se setkají Zared z rodu Peregrinů a Tearle z rodu Howardů. Přemůže láska nenávist dvou na smrt znepřátelených rodů?

Laura Taylorová je mladá žena obdařená mimořádnou krásou, pozoruhodným uměleckým nadáním a nesmírnou vnitřní silou. Úspěšné studuje na výtvarné škole a připravuje se na výstavu svých prací v New Yorku, když se jí náhle zhroutí celý svět. Její otec, o němž se domnívala, že má slušné jmění, náhle umírá. Laura se teprve teď dozvídá, že byl už několik let prakticky na mizině a že její vzdělání platili z dobročinné sbírky obyvatelé jejího rodného městečka, kteří věřili v její talent. Dojatá Laura se rozhodne, že jim jejich nezištnou pomoc oplatí – je odhodlaná vytvořit z vylidňujícího se Montenera luxusní rekreační středisko, které bude vyhledávat společenská smetánka a nejvýznamnější světové osobnosti. Ve svém úsilí naráží na překážky, žárlivost a nepochopení mnoha lidí ze svého okolí a musí překonat i ztrátu milovaného manžela. Její nezlomná vůle ji však stále pohání vpřed a dál buduje nádherné elegantní dílo, které si vysnila. Zároveň zjišťuje, že stejně zásadní změny jako v rodném Monteneru se odehrávají i v jejím nitru a že jejím největším mistrovským dílem je žena, která se z ní během let stala.

A romance anthology includes four holiday short stories that feature the historical and contemporary works of Judith McNaught, Jude Deveraux, Jill Barnette, and Arnette Lamb.

Román vypráví příběh mladé a pohledné dívky Linnet. Linnet musí opustit pohodlný život v Londýně a nepřipravená na hlubokou změnu se náhle ocitne uprostřed drsné americké divočiny . Při nenadálém útoku, při němž zahynou její rodiče, dívka padne do rukou indiánského kmene Šauní. Před smrtí ji zachrání Mac, statečný a pohledný mladý muž. Linnet se usadí v kentuckém městečku Sweetbriar. Neskrývá svou lásku k Macovi, jenže jejich životní cesty se rozdělí. Osud je opět svede dohromady až na útěku před indiány a zlovolností amerických osadníků.... celý text

Knížka přináší pět romantických novel, které spojuje prostředí – všechny se odehrávají ve Skotsku, a to jak dnešním, tak i historickém – a především pak romantické, milostné motivy. Bezpochyby nejznámější ze všech pěti autorek je Jude Deveraux, která je jednou z nejpopulárnějších současných amerických spisovatelek. Hlavní hrdinkou její novely Nedokončený úkol je newyorská advokátka, která na prosbu své nemocné sestřenice, odlétá do Skotska. Autorkou příběhu Zajatec je Jill Barnett, děj její povídky se vrací do krvavých skotských dějin, do období nemilosrdných bojů skotských klanů. Autorka třetího příběhu Geraldyn Dawson vypráví v povídce Studené nohy o krásné skotské bylinkářce-čarodějce Annie. Pam Binder přispěla novelou Dohazovačka, která se odehrává v současném Edinburgu. Patricia Cabot je autorkou napínavého romantického příběhu Vánoční uprchlice, který se odehrává roku 1827 na hradě vévody z Camdenu.

1. Judith McNaught - Doppelbelichtung Die junge Fotografin Corey trifft ihre Jugendliebe Spencer wieder und wird durch ein überraschendes Täuschungsmanöver mit ihm verheiratet. 2. Jude Deveraux - Einfach neugierig Karen, gerade dreißig Jahre als, ist jung verwitwet. Natürlich wird sie ihrem Chef einen Gefallen tun - wenn er ihre ungewöhnlichen Bedingungen akzepiert. 3. Kimberly Cates - Gabriels Engel Alaina, die Bettlerin, hat nie vergessen, dass ihr der reiche Tristan einmal ein Geldstück schenkte. Schnell kommt die Zeit, sich für die Geste zu revanchieren. 4. Andrea Kane - Weihnachtsglück Eric, Earl of Farrington, sucht für seine kleine Nichte Noelle eine Ziehmutter. Die Enkelin des Vikars scheint mehr als geeignet zu sein. 5. Judith O'Brian - Fünf goldene Ringe In Emmas Klasse ist Asa das Sorgenkind. Sie muß unbedingt mit Asas Vater sprechen, der seinen Sohn alleine großzieht. Vor ihr steht der Mann ihrer Träume.

Carrie Montgomery had grown up with seven adoring older brothers, and she was used to getting her way rather easily. Joshua Greene was only looking for a hardworking, practical mail-order bride to help with the farm and feed and clothe his children. Yet from the moment Carrie saw his photograph, saw his devastatingly handsome, sorrowful smile, the petite and pampered beauty knew she was the perfect wife for him. Josh didn't see it that way. Wed by proxy, he refused to be charmed by his new bride's blond curls and effervescent laughter, or impressed by her trappings of wealth...even if his son and daughter believed she was a fairy princess come to life. He was furious -- and ready to send her packing, until a near tragedy convinced him that her beauty was more than skin-deep. But even after he had yielded to the wild desire that surged between them, Josh could not admit how much he truly needed her. Then an old scandal threatened to re-emerge, and he realized that he could lose her forever....

Dokonce i ty nejsemknutější rodiny mají tajemství. Proslulá autorka románů Sara Medlarová umí vyprávět o jiných lidech, ovšem doufá, že pravda o její rodině nikdy nevyjde najevo. Domov v Lachlanu na Floridě je jejím útočištěm, které sdílí se svou neteří Kate a drahým přítelem Jackem Wyattem. Medlarské trio, jak je v městečku nazývají, si slíbilo, že už se nezaplete do žádného vyšetřování vraždy. Poté co šerif nečekaně odjede na dovolenou, Jack s překvapením zjišťuje, že byl ustanovený jeho zástupcem. Takže když Kate narazí při návštěvě na mrtvé tělo, Medlarské trio se opět pouští do práce. V realitní agentuře navíc Kate získá nového okouzlujícího klienta s tajemnou minulostí. Zdá se, že působí jen samé potíže, a Sara s Jackem jsou z něj nervózní. Netrvá dlouho a odhalí, že mezi vraždou a novým mužem ve městě existuje jakási souvislost – otázka však zní jaká. Když je odhalena skutečná totožnost cizince, Sara si uvědomí, že její pečlivě vymyšlený příběh se hroutí, a obává se, že ztratí Kate a Jacka navždycky. Zoufale však doufá, že láska a upřímnost zvítězí nad lety lží a podvodů. A navíc, rodina je rodina – i když je občas toužíte zabít.

Emily Jane Todd hat gerade ihren Wächterengel gefunden. Wirklich war der kleinstädtische Bibliothekar gerade oben durch ihr fiancé gestanden worden, als sie in den fehlgeleiteten Engel mit ihrem Auto lief. Und während er scheint, unversehrt zu sein, " Michael" fährt fort, zu beharren, dass sein Stammbaum ziemlich gesetzmäßig ist. Emily hofft gerade sein Gehirn hasn' t gekrochen im Unfall; außerdem she' s nicht geneigt, um zu glauben, dass ein Engel so gefährlich reizvoll sein könnte. Dennoch deckt Michael schnell die erstaunlichsten Sachen über sie auf und bildet ihr Lachen auf eine Art, die sie nie vorher hat. What' s mehr, erklärt er dass he' s gesendet, um sie zu speichern. An diesem Punkt hat die einzige Rettung Emily im Verstand ist ihre bevorstehende Verbindung und she' s bereit, ihren attraktivsten Engel zu bieten Auf Wiedersehen. Aber wenn er Beleg lässt, dem er auch Seelen betrachtet -- und ihre ist eine seltene Schönheit -- Emily' s bereit, Himmel in seinen Armen zu riskieren. Ihre Reise bricht jede himmlische und irdische Richtlinie, bevor sie ihr einen Wunsch erbringt: eine Liebe göttlich.

Una bella heredera vive una mentira.... ¡en la cumbre de una pasión! Jace Montgomery acaba de llegar a Chandler, Colorado. Alto, orgulloso y elegante, a su paso los corazones femeninos laten desbocados... Nellie Grayson, dulce y tímida, sólo piensa en la felicidad de su bella hermana más joven, a quien presta su infatigable ayuda para que se convierta en la muchacha más hermosa del lugar. Pero Jace de inmediato se fija en Nellie, que por primera vez es el centro de atención: una sensación maravillosa, casi tanto como el momento en el que Jace le da su primer beso. Nellie está segura de que su romántico idilio está condenado, pues ¿cuánto tiempo más podría resistirse Jace a los encantos de Terel?... ¿Sera su hermana la mujer capaz de conquistar definitivamente el corazón del galante Jace Montgomery.

V Proměnách srdce Jude Deveraux rozvíjí příběh z oblíbených Vánočních příběhů o dvou dětech, které si hrají na dohazovače. Co se stalo s Elim a Chelsea, když vyrostli? A proč se Eliho matka Miranda zamilovala před všemi těmi lety do Franka? Jak to ovlivnilo jejich společnou budoucnost? Eli a Chelsea se nevídali, dokud Eli nekoupil dům v rodném městě svého otce v Edileanu a nepozval Chelsea na návštěvu. Chelsea už má vlastní život a je si jistá, že z dětského přátelství nic víc být nemůže, ale přesto pozvání přijme – a s překvapením zjistí, že se Eli docela dost změnil. Dalším překvapením je pro ně záhada, na niž nečekaně narazí. Stejně jako v dětství musí spojit své síly, aby vyřešili obrovský problém. Otázka zní, co se stane, až tu záhadu vyřeší. Jsou úplně odlišní – mají vůbec společnou budoucnost?