Family Drama

Elizabeth's matchmaking for Anne de Bourgh backfires when she falls for Anne's secret fiancé, Mr. Darcy. When Elizabeth Bennet arrives in London for the social season, she never expects to befriend the pale, sheltered Anne de Bourgh. Beneath Anne’s quiet exterior burns a brilliant mind yearning for freedom, and Elizabeth cannot resist drawing her into London’s glittering literary scene. Determined to find Anne true love, Elizabeth introduces her to charming playwright Julian Gardiner. She doesn’t expect to keep running into the insufferably proud Mr. Darcy—Anne’s stern guardian, ...

It’s the hottest day of the 1976 heatwave and there’s not a breath of fresh air in the labour ward at Lincoln County Hospital. Michelle is having her fourth child, a girl, while beloved husband Dean is sipping a cold pint in the pub. Their little house is already bursting at the seams, but Michelle is sure they’ll find a way to stretch their budget and continue life as a blissfully chaotic happy family. They name their new baby Donna.

Five years later, the lights still twinkle on Christmas Key—but a lot has changed. The island’s baby boom has officially landed: there’s a brand-new kindergarten class and a whole lot of chaos in the sandboxes. Social media influencers have discovered paradise, and now they’re everywhere—vlogging by the water, podcasting from cafés, and trying to make “#IslandVibes” a thing. But the real story this season isn’t in the hashtags or holiday lights. It’s Ruby Hudson. The beloved former First Lady and part-time Christmas Key resident has returned to the island with her husband...

She was America’s First Lady. Now she’s just trying to figure out who she is—one cup of coffee, one scandal, and one small-town secret at a time. After the President dies under mysterious circumstances, Ruby Hudson is left with more than just grief. There’s a secret mistress. A child. And a letter from her late husband that she’s not sure she’s ready to read. So, Ruby runs. Not from the public, but toward a new life—on a quirky, pirate-themed island called Shipwreck Key, where the residents don’t care about her past and the only political drama involves who’s bringing ...

She was mere collateral… until she became an obsession. Misha Patel, a college topper and an avid reader, is living peacefully until her only sister messes up at work. Her sister owes her mafia boss, Vihaan, a huge debt, and now, he’s out for her life. Until fate intervenes, and she ends up as collateral in exchange for her sister’s life. Misha detests Vihaan for who he is and everything he stands for. So why does she feel a mysterious pull toward him… A pull that only gets stronger as she starts to know him? The way he stares at her makes her soul sear with a passion she has never ...

The island’s getting smaller homes, bigger families, and one very overdue baby. It’s the holiday season on Christmas Key, and the whole island is wrapped in lights, tinsel, and anticipation. Holly Baxter—mayor, mom-to-be, and reality TV wrangler—is nine months pregnant and busier than ever. With HGTV crews arriving to film the launch of a beachfront tiny home community, the pressure is on…and so is the swelling, heartburn, and back pain. As stargazers descend for a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower, Holly’s juggling a lot of things: a surprise visit from Coco that brings ...

Alex Mahan is married to his high school sweetheart, Taylor. They have two daughters and a beautiful home, and Alex’s startup business is about to explode thanks to massive private funding from his compassionate and supportive father-in-law, Joe. With millions more to come, all is perfect - until Joe is abducted and murdered during a family trip in Mexico.

Ben Nichols learns of the tragic death of his parents while they are on holiday. Devastated by the news, he must learn to carry on living, knowing he’ll never see them again, but realizing he didn’t know them well at all. While he and his wife Sally are away checking on the house he has inherited, her friend Elaine helps his two children cope with their loss by investigating their family tree. She inadvertently disturbs a hornet’s nest of trouble which Sally then has to keep to herself.

I don't want to play fair. I want you and I will do whatever it takes to have you. Hope: Emerging from the ethereal veil of smoke, he became my savior, a guardian of life in that pivotal moment. Along with rescuing me, he surreptitiously claimed possession of my heart, a silent theft that left me grappling with the tumultuous desires swirling within. It feels inherently flawed, this yearning for him, a willingness to forfeit all for the mere chance of his presence in my world. The ethical dilemma lingers, casting doubt upon the feasibility of such longing. Uncertainty envelops me, leaving ...

Buckhead isn’t a place you live, it’s a place you survive. And that applies even to the wealthy housewives that have it all. Fancy cars, designer clothes, and daily salon appointments aren’t nearly enough to keep them fulfilled and happy. Because in this town, privilege and opulence go hand in hand with betrayal and revenge. Jenny, the owner of Glow, an exclusive membership-only beauty salon, knows that better than anyone, because she knows everything about these housewives—down to each individual strand of hair.

So much that is valued is rooted in a family’s history…the stories passed from one generation to the next…cherished traditions never to be forgotten…and for some an unbreakable sense of honor that stands the test of time.Family Honor…the seventh book in the Delahass Legacy continues the ongoing story of the search for their ancestor’s secrets. And no sooner than Patty Delahass believes that they are on the right path with the newly discovered information brought to them by a man whose ancestor was one of Jeremy’s closest and most trusted friends…yet another unexpected piece ...

A mysterious girl birthed him, but couldn’t raise him Armed with an adoption diary written by his father and a picture of a young girl, Gadi searches for his roots in Brazil. He hunts down clues about the identity of his biological mother and wants to know what had happened that made her give him up and what is her life like. Gadi learns about Brazil’s adoption process and retraces the steps of his own adoption journey; from the arms of a young girl who could not raise him, to the arms of his adoptive parents who looked forward to his arrival. While traveling with two friends in Brazil,...

THE GRAND FINALE - the Last book in the much loved Dolphin Bay Cozy Mystery Series 5 stars - ' Best of the best....reading...OMG wonderful' Dolphin Bay Mayor Bashed to Death The coastal California town of Dolphin Bay has fall fever. When the vicious mayor is found dead in the hay bale maze, there is no dearth of suspects. Anna and the Firecrackers aren't surprised that very few people in town are grieving the poor dead woman. Clues and red herrings abound but it's not easy to figure out who killed her. Series fans are in for a roller coaster ride with twists and turns that will keep them ...

Maggie Blount, divorced mother of two and California physician, puts her private practice on hold when disaster strikes. Doctors on Wheels takes her and Alex—Maggie’s professional and romantic partner—wherever they’re needed. After rolling into rural Louisiana in the wake of a category five hurricane, Maggie immediately bonds with two sisters and their puppy, all orphaned by the storm. It’s enough to break Maggie’s heart, and she’s not leaving them behind.

Fast paced, exciting historical drama with surprise ending... When the charming but penniless Pierre Dupres departs 17th-century France in pursuit of fortune, heartbroken Clare resigns herself to marrying his dull elder brother Jacques. Descended from a long line of midwives, she must bear a daughter to carry on her rewarding ancestral profession with its many secrets. Jacques reluctantly allows Clare to restore Maison Dupres, a crumbling chateau rumoured to be haunted, as their family home but clearly disapproves his wife’s decision to continue pursuing her career, even after the birth ...

A steamy boss secretary romance. I'm barely thirty, yet I'm already a widow. Ethan, my two-year old, is the light of my life. I've been a complete mess since my husband's passing because every single day, I must live with the knowledge that I'm the one to blame. I'm nothing but a hollow shell, trying to be strong for Ethan, and failing miserably. Yet surprisingly, all it takes is one jolt to bring her back to life; an opportunity to work with the reclusive wealthy man in the penthouse upstairs. Weston Hanson is odd, beautiful, sweet, playful, and unlike anyone I've ever met before. And ...

What would you do if you found out at 39 years old that you were kidnapped as a baby? Lily Bleu-Monroe is elated that her daughter, Nadia, who was kidnapped 8 years ago has finally returned home. Unfortunately, Nadia’s rescue brings with it the news of another kidnapping. Her own. Lily has just received the shocking news that she was abducted at birth. Once again, Lily’s world has come crashing down all around her. Buried secrets full of lies and deceit are about to resurface, bringing along with them a painful revelation from the past. Someone has been plotting to harm Lily for some ...

"Dialogue and flow of the story are excellent." -- NetGalley Every heart is asked, at some point, to leave something or someone behind while it yearns and aches for a different outcome. Beebe Walker is pulled into a compelling story of lost and found. Inside, she’s haunted by a farewell that never came. Her mother abandoned her and her father without a word when she was sixteen. Beebe is surprised by a visit from her ex-fiancé, Vincent Bostick. He brings shocking news. Reluctantly, Beebe decides to move back home, to face the past and renew a relationship with her father. Time and again,...

A mysterious murder and a spooky midnight event were happening in the peaceful small town of Bel Harbor! Had Rachel known the consequences, she may have just pulled the covers over her head and stayed in bed. But fate had other plans. That morning, Rachel stumbled upon a shocking, gruesome murder! And who was assigned to solve the case? Detective Luke Farley, of course! Even he was scratching his head as the investigation spiraled. With her quick thinking, knowledge of the community, and super-smart brain, Rachel became the detective's right-hand woman, using her amazing problem-solving ...

Broken by Love: The Story of an Atheist Turned Pastor is a raw and unflinching memoir that traces the harrowing journey of a woman caught in the crossfire of broken relationships and abuse. In a world where faith seemed distant, Pastor Cris navigates the chaos with a heart hardened by pain and a mind anchored in disbelief. This powerful narrative reveals the cracks that form when love is twisted and the resilience needed to piece life back together. Through her struggles, Pastor Cris discovers that even in the deepest darkness, love can find a way to heal even an unbelieving heart.