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Betrayal. Bitter resentment. Unwavering loyalty. One man inspired all three... And expected nothing in return...he’d learned not to. Then, when time was more precious than anything money could buy, he wanted one thing for himself. Just one thing. It began all about him...or so he believed. And should have known better. He excelled at keeping his emotions carefully hidden. Then she became his everything. Nothing was the same... He’d do anything to protect her...anything.

Disasters strike without warning, leaving little time to react. Whether it is a wildfire racing toward your home, a hurricane forcing evacuations, an earthquake shaking your foundation, or a sudden outbreak of civil unrest, knowing how to evacuate quickly and effectively can mean the difference between safety and catastrophe. Evacuation Ready: What You Need to Survive and Thrive is a comprehensive guide that prepares individuals, families, and pet owners to leave at a moment’s notice with confidence. This book provides practical, easy-to-follow steps to help you prepare in advance, ...

When a snowstorm pummels the western half of the country, three couples find once off-limits love just in time for Christmas. An unforgettable holiday anthology from best-selling authors Jennifer Ryan, Maisey Yates, and Lia Riley.

What readers are saying... "As always, Sharon Srock delivers a suspenseful, loving, and beautiful story of real life in God’s hands. This series shows the love of God in the everyday life and trials of people doing their best to stay strong in their faith. How blessed we are, Ms Srock shares her tremendous talent with us!" Amazon reviewer SHE FINALLY HAS HER DREAM IN SIGHT. Maggie Hart hasn’t always made the best choices. When the life she was trying to build for her kids is derailed by charges of neglect, she found promise instead of despair. The promise of getting her kids back home ...

Halloween is all about tricks, treats... and maybe a little love? When a group of lifelong friends decide to have a bit of Halloween fun with some pranks, candy corn, and circus peanuts - things certainly get interesting. As innocent tricks transform into flirty mischief and playful pranks result in stolen kisses, the memories come alive. Get ready for a Halloween filled with love, candy-coated humor, sweet surprises, and lots of heart. * * * Each chapter is a stand-alone glimpse at a few of your favorite Healing Hearts characters in a sweet, secondary epilogue that you didn’t know you ...

Hiding is no longer acceptable…she needed answers…but answers alone might not be enough…and they could prove deadly… Mick Johnson might be dead but his killer is unknown and the clues leading to them are non-existent. Completely non-existent…which according to Jackson never ever happens…then he finds one but how does he tell Simon…But Elijah Sullivan, the father she adored all her life left clues…she just has to unravel them even as she comes to terms with her feelings about Harper…and his for her. It’s the middle of the twenty-third century and while there have been ...

Hiding is no longer enough…she needed answers… What did Jackson see on the video…and how does he tell Simon… Daman and Niall are asking all the right questions...will they survive to find the answers... Mick Johnson might be dead but his killer is unknown and the clues leading to them are non-existent. Completely non-existent…which according to Jackson never ever happens… Elijah Sullivan, the father she adored all her life left clues…Ava just has to unravel them even as she comes to terms with her feelings about Harper…and his for her. It’s the middle of the twenty-third ...

A feel-good story of unexpected second chances and hope. Birch Springs was supposed to be my past. But when my dad needs me, I walk away from my city life and come back to take care of him. What I don't see coming is Blake Donovan, my first love, living right across the street. Now he's a widower with a son. Before I know it, I’m sharing sweet moments with Blake and his son. Reconnecting stirs up feelings I thought I'd buried for good. Suddenly those old feelings are back, stronger than ever. Spending time with Blake feels like I’m exactly where I’m meant to be, but I wonder if ...

Livia Andersen wanted so much for her family…now finally at Christmas her children are finding their way. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It has been over a year since her death and her children and the many grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives. Her absence is still deeply felt by each member of the Andersen Family. Two of Livia’s children have experienced more than their share of change and turmoil in their lives since her death. Her oldest son learned of a carefully ...

The Vitale Crime Collection is a mafia romance series that focuses on powerful men and the women that bring them to their knees. Featuring arranged marriages, runaway brides, and bounty hunters that fall for their target. This collection features the short romance reads: Married To The Boss, Falling For The Enemy, and Hunting Down The Bride. This year, don’t hesitate to fall for a bad boy. Happily ever after guaranteed! ♥

Marriage has quickly become a taboo subject in today’s culture. Secular society has deemed traditional, biblical marriage as all but unnecessary. In today’s climate, marriage is popularly viewed as one of many lifestyles to choose from as it regards love and relationships. The impact of this has caused divorce rates to skyrocket, not only outside the church, but within the church as well. As the view on marriage has become more flippant, the view on divorce has become less serious. Because of this, I believe it is vital for the Christian community to engage in a biblical discussion on ...

When a sweet, curvy woman is matched with a guarded single dad, love feels within reach—but so do their insecurities. Laurel is ready for a fresh start after a toxic relationship that left her doubting her own worth. Tired of men who don’t see beyond her curves, she takes a chance on the True Curves Matchmaking Agency. Laurel dreams of finding someone who will treasure her for her kindness and loyalty, not just her looks. What she didn’t expect was to be paired with Noah—a quiet, devoted single dad with shadows of his own. Since losing his wife, Noah’s entire world has revolved ...

Best-selling author Kiana Davenport (The Spy Lover, Shark Dialogues) is pleased to offer a special-edition bundle, featuring the first three volumes of her prize-winning Pacific stories, many of which have appeared in the O. Henry Awards, the Pushcart Prizes, and The Best American Short Stories. Set across the Pacific, in islands where the author has traveled and lived, the stories comprise tales of love, lust, racism, family, murder, rape, the search for identity, and the universal search for human dignity.

A striking new collection of ten short stories and two novellas that explores the idea of property in every meaning of the word, from the acclaimed New York Times best-selling author of the National Book Award finalist So Much for That and the international best seller We Need to Talk About Kevin.

I've gone from a future of possibilities to nothing in a single gunshot. Homeless, penniless, and without the man I love, my hopelessness overwhelms me, and I seek unexpected comfort from people long absent in my life. I can't lose Sean - not now, not ever - and I'll do anything to get him back, even if it means using myself as bait.

From the author of "A Marriage Knot" Reviews from the readers: "So damn brilliant….just go for it!" "The writer has brilliantly weaved up the story. The way she connects all these stories are very creative." "Brilliant stories well connected with a simple watch and at the end of it...just love..pure love..brilliant creation." "Damn good plot and flow…must read." ******************************************************************************************* A mysterious power wafts through the lives of four couples giving them hope, second chances and new beginnings. Myra and Aadhav. They ...

They say the best way to get over a broken heart is a random hook-up. So my new BFF is dragging me to a bar. All I have to do is wear a slutty dress, choose a dude, and do the deed, right? The thing is, this isn't me. I'm the good girl - the one who has sex for love. But, since the love of my life is shacked up with someone else, I guess it's time to move on. One night, one time. That's all. I'll have a clean slate.

From the acclaimed author of Ninety-Two in the Shade and Cloudbursts—the stories of Gallatin Canyon are rich in the wit, compassion, and matchless language for which Thomas McGuane is celebrated. Set mostly in famed Big Sky Country, McGuane brings us an "astonishing" (The New York Times Book Review) collection in which place exerts the power of destiny.

Nothing but flowers ******************* Late, late at night, when I just couldn’t sleep I heard a noise outside, it sounded like a beep A flying saucer landed, and no, it was no joke: A little man emerged, who looked at me and spoke

Life doesn’t always turn out as expected...and as Katherine and her friends learn, sometimes it is more of a fruit salad than a bunch of lemons. Jessie is adjusting to married life...then finds out it isn’t the only thing she needs to adjust to. Erin closes an important chapter in her life...then opens the door and finds a much older chapter staring at her...slamming the door shut is her first inclination and probably the smartest thing she could do...but it is complicated...and she is soon to find out that it’s a lot more complicated than she could have ever imagined. The ladies at ...