Wickedly Charming

Author : Kristine Grayson
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781402248504

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"Wickedly entertaining! Light, witty, and original, Wickedly Charming is also a wry insider's view of publishing and the heady delights of being a booklover." -Mary Jo Putney, New York Times bestselling author of Never Less Than A Lady He's given up on happily-ever-after... Cinderella's Prince Charming is divorced and at a dead end. The new owner of a bookstore, Charming has given up on women, royalty, and anything that smacks of a future. That is, until he meets up with Mellie... But she may be the key to happily-right-now... Mellie is sick and tired of stepmothers being misunderstood. Vampires have redeemed their reputation, why shouldn't stepmothers do the same? Then she runs into the handsomest, most charming man she's ever met and discovers she's going about her mission all wrong... It's only natural that sparks fly and magic ensues when these two fairy tale refugees put their heads-and vulnerable hearts-together... Praise for Simply Irresistible "A sweet romance...Grayson's clever, humor-tinged writing is absolutely delightful." -Booklist "Danger, humor, and passion are all here and in full force." -RT Bookclub Top Pick

Author : Kristine Grayson
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781402248481

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Wickedly Charming by Kristine Grayson Pdf

"Wickedly entertaining! Light, witty, and original, Wickedly Charming is also a wry insider's view of publishing and the heady delights of being a booklover." -Mary Jo Putney, New York Times bestselling author of Never Less Than A Lady He's given up on happily-ever-after... Cinderella's Prince Charming is divorced and at a dead end. The new owner of a bookstore, Charming has given up on women,royalty, and anything that smacks of a future. That is, until he meets up with Mellie... But she may be the key to happily-right-now... Mellie is sick and tired of stepmothers being misunderstood. Vampires have redeemed their reputation, why shouldn't stepmothers do the same? Then she runs into the handsomest, most charming man she's ever met and discovers she's going about her mission all wrong... It's only natural that sparks fly and magic ensues when these two fairy tale refugees put their heads-and vulnerable hearts-together... Praise for Simply Irresistible "A sweet romance...Grayson's clever, humor-tinged writing is absolutely delightful." -Booklist "Danger, humor, and passion are all here and in full force." -RT Bookclub Top Pick

Author : Alissa Johnson
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101611494

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Practically Wicked by Alissa Johnson Pdf

For some, virtue is a vice As the illegitimate daughter of a scandalous woman, Miss Anna Rees is almost as well known for having been raised in the hedonistic demimonde as she is for her quiet nature. Anna longs to leave behind her mother’s world of courtesans…until she unexpectedly meets the handsome, charming and decidedly wicked Lord Dane. If only she could convince him to join her in search of respectability. . . For him, vice is a virtue Viscount Maximilian Dane is perfectly content being a rake. After years of obeying the dictates of proper society--with disastrous results--he stopped following the ton’s ridiculous rules, and he sees no reason to begin courting respectability anew. Except that it may be the only way for him to win the lovely and fascinating Miss Anna Rees—if only he could convince her that the grass is greener on the wicked side of the fence. . .

Author : Stacey Kennedy
Publisher : Stacey Kennedy
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2019-07-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780986593192

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Some Like It Wicked by Stacey Kennedy Pdf

Shunned by her coven and her ex-boyfriend because of her unruly magic, Bryanna sets out to reclaim her life. Her adventure leads her to a place where uniqueness is not only accepted and encouraged but also celebrated. Unfortunately, old habits die hard, and despite finding a place where she fits in, she struggles to release the self-doubt she wears like a shroud. From the moment he sees her, Zeke is enchanted by the Earth Witch. She speaks to something deep within, the reformed demon part of him that secretly wants to nurture and save. Not only does she set him aflame, he believes he may be able to free her from the insecurities that have damaged her. And maybe win her heart in the process. Their attraction is undeniable, and their passion unlike any other, but when Brynna’s ex comes for her, swaying her resolve, even Zeke may not be enough to break the cage she’s woven around herself to keep her in Charmstone.

Author : Susan K. Mitchell
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780766047037

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Spies, Double Agents, and Traitors by Susan K. Mitchell Pdf

Imagine going on dangerous missions like James Bond? Well, real-life spies risk their lives everyday. They will do almost anything to get the job done, but not all spies are heroes. Double agents will even betray their own country to complete their tasks. If caught, the punishment can be death. Author Susan K. Mitchell explores the dangerous lives of spies.

Author : Kris DeLake
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781402262869

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A Spy to Die For by Kris DeLake Pdf

Praise for Assassins in Love: "An exciting adventure with a hot romance between two fascinating characters." —RT Book Reviews, 4 1⁄2 stars When Spy Meets Spy Agent: Skylight Profile: Seasoned Assassin Guild Super-Sleuth. Talented enough that she can write her own rules. Budget: Unlimited. Agent: Jack Profile: Main investigator for the loosely federated Rover Assassins. Guided by a strict moral code, fierce loyalty, and a sense of duty. More Than Sparks Will Fly On opposite sides of a high-stakes game, lust lures two spies together in a passionate encounter. Little do they know that the heat of the moment would bind them, turning their worlds upside down. Hunted by deadly assassins, can the pair and their love withstand the onslaught?

Author : Kristine Grayson
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-06-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781402248559

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Thoroughly Kissed by Kristine Grayson Pdf

Sleeping Beauty has sworn off kissing... Emma awakens to an entirely different world than the one she lived in a thousand years ago, and although she's the real Sleeping Beauty, her life is no fairy tale. After parting ways with her supposed Prince Charming, she's determined to be a normal girl—she hides her magic and swears off kissing strange men. But her gorgeous boss Michael knows there 's something unusual about Emma, and he thinks she's as infuriating as she is beautiful. Now Emma needs to teach Michael a lesson, which means mastering her magic. She knows she's flirting with danger, but after one look at Michael's perfect lips, all she can think is, "What's another thousand years ... ?" Welcome to the fractious fairy tale world of Kristine Grayson, where the bumpy road to happily ever after is paved with surprises ... Praise for Wickedly Charming "Unusual, whimsical, and wickedly clever, this funny romp takes a decidedly offbeat look at fairy tales from the characters' point of view, with delightful, magical results."—Library Journal

Author : Lian Shuang
Publisher : BEIJING BOOK CO. INC.
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2022-12-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9787999242512

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The Devious First-Daughter 02 Anthology by Lian Shuang Pdf

A lonely soul£¬which was placed under the care of the Lord Protector¡¯s Manor, ended up having her lover stolen by the family¡¯s eldest daughter and dying tragically the day before her wedding. Somehow, she was reborn in the family as their 14-year-old first wife¡¯s daughter, Ning Xueyan, with a startlingly familiar face. Step by step, she will ruthlessly scheme to seek revenge as well as uncover the mystery of her tragic death. Her former fiancee, the flirty crown prince and the bloodthirsty prince, will now bear witness to a vengeful Ning Xueyan becoming the peerless lady of her generation...

Author : Frank Schaeffer
Publisher : Da Capo Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2009-03-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780786740338

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Portofino by Frank Schaeffer Pdf

Calvin is the son of a missionary family, and their trip to Portofino is the highlight of his year. But even in the seductive Italian summer, the Beckers can't really relax. Calvin's father could slip into a Bad Mood and start hurling potted plants at any time. His mother has an embarrassing habit of trying to convert "pagans" on the beach. And his sister Janet has a ski sweater and a miniature Bible in her luggage, just in case the Russians invade and send them to Siberia. His dad says everything is part of God's plan. But this summer, Calvin has some plans of his own ... Portofino is the prequel to the noted trilogy that includes Zermatt. A huge bestseller, Portofino has been translated into seven languages.

Author : C. L. Quillen,Ilene N. Lefkowitz
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781610694018

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Read On ... Romance by C. L. Quillen,Ilene N. Lefkowitz Pdf

With thousands of romance novels published each year, librarians—especially those unfamiliar with or indifferent to the genre—can benefit from this well-organized, reference that offers scores of appeals-based read-alike lists for some of the most popular, contemporary romance fiction. As romance publishing continues to flourish, readers and readers' advisors are faced with increasingly complex reading choices. This book helps adult and teen readers quickly find the books they love to read, identifies other titles with shared qualities for more reading suggestions, and provides librarians with carefully reviewed read-alike lists that they can use with confidence. Featuring romance novels published from 2000 to the present day, this useful guide offers you hundreds of reading suggestions covering a wide variety of themes from the most popular to the more obscure. Library professionals and romance fans C. L. Quillen and Ilene Lefkowitz use informal and sometimes whimsical terminology to create unique thematic lists that are targeted to the way romance readers think, offering such lively categories as "Rx for Love" and "Romancing the Stove." The authors organize the titles into five sections according to language, setting, character, story, and mood. Subgenres covered include historical, regency, paranormal, and romantic suspense, making it simple for you to find recommended titles appropriate for your readers' needs.

Author : Patricia Burns
Publisher : Random House
Page : 477 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781448165803

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Packards by Patricia Burns Pdf

Let much loved author Patricia Burns transport you to another time in this saga which brilliantly brings together characters from all walks of life whose lives centre around one much loved department store. Fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Josephine Cox will not be disappointed... READERS ARE LOVING PACKARDS! 'I could hardly bear to put my kindle down until I had read the final chapter!' - Loving 'One of the best books I have read for a long time'-- ***** Reader review 'Another excellent read - couldn't put it down' -- ***** Reader review 'Loved it' -- ***** Reader review ******************************************************************************* A SWEEPING STORY OF SOCIETY, SOPHISTICATION, SEDUCTION, SUCCESSION...AND SHOPPING 1908: Sir Thomas Packard is seeking a successor to take on the management of Packards - the Oxford Street department store he founded in the mid-nineteenth century. His only daughter and her feckless husband spend his fortune but despise its provenance so he looks to his grandchildren: EDWARD has all his grandfather's ruthlessness but none of his vision; PERRY is a good-time boy; AMELIE, intelligent and ambitious, is willing to take anyone on to gain control of the store. Alongside their story is that of Packards employees: DAISY CHAPMAN, thrilled to have found an escape from East End drudgery; skilled and promotable but forced to choose between love and her job; ISOBEL NORTON who has fled from her brother-in-law's advances to make a new life for herself; JOHNNY MILLER, loved by Isobel and in love with Daisy. Together, their stories combine to create a sweeping absorbing vision of a cross-section of society in the early years of the century. Find out what lies next in store for Packards in Goodbye Piccadilly: Packards at War...

Author : Martin H. Greenberg,Kerrie L. Hughes
Publisher : Astra Publishing House
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101572450

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Westward Weird by Martin H. Greenberg,Kerrie L. Hughes Pdf

When you were a kid, did you long to put on your cowboy boots, belt on your guns, saddle up, and ride off to find adventures? Did you sit glued to the TV watching The Lone Ranger, Maverick, Bonanza, The Wild Wild West, The Adventures of Brsico County Jr., and Firefly? And were you caught up in movies like Outlands, Time Bandits, Serenity, or Back to the Future Part III? If so, Westward Weird is the book for you. Thirteen original stories included here ride a very broad range between science fiction, fantasy, and the paranormal—and all of them are told from a Wild West perspective. Get ready for some good old-fashioned adventure, as: –The Old Gods cross paths in the Old West. –Two theives are given a job they can't refuse, but no one told them there'd be aliens. –A mining family never expected their claim to be jumped from parallel universes. –A Mars colony may be about to find out exactly how the West was won. –Cowboys will be hard-pressed to ride the herd on the living dead. Featuring stories from: Jay Lake — Larry D. Sweazy — Anton Strout — Brenda Cooper — Seanan McGuire — Christopher McKitterick — Steven Saus Dean Wesley Smith — Jennifer Brozek — Kristine Kathryn Rusch — J. Steven York — Jeff Mariotte — Jody Lynn Nye

Author : Anne Stuart
Publisher : Bell Bridge Books
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013-12-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781611944235

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Shadow Lover by Anne Stuart Pdf

Victim. Lover. Both? His dark game is seducing her-- just as it was when they were young. How can he still have that power over her? Eighteen years ago, she saw him die. Wealthy, selfish, and greedy, the McDowell family raised Carolyn McDowell--a foster child--like a modern Cinderella. Neglected and ignored, good-hearted Carolyn adored scion Alexander despite it all, though even he tormented her. When Alex ran away one night, Carolyn followed and witnessed his murder, though she never told anyone. Her beloved Alex died when he was seventeen. There was no doubt. Eighteen years later, Carolyn returns to the decadent milieu of the McDowell clan to care for her dying foster mother, Sally. As greedy relatives gather to claim their inheritances, a stunning stranger arrives, claiming to be Alexander. To Carolyn's utter shock, Sally greets her "son" without question, and no one but Carolyn believes he's a fraud. As she delves into the mysteries of both the past and present, Carolyn quickly realizes that the resurrected Alex is a dangerous combination of seduction and power. Is this stranger after the McDowell fortune, or is he really, somehow, the Alex of old, come back to claim her? How can he be an imposter and yet know family secrets only the real Alex would remember? Was someone helping him? What would you do if the boy you loved returned almost twenty years later, and you fell in love with him all over again--even if you were sure it couldn't be him?

Author : Nicole Jordan
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2008-02-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780345494603

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To Bed a Beauty by Nicole Jordan Pdf

Nicole Jordan takes the delights of the Regency mating game to breathless new heights in this daring second novel of a superb new trilogy, The Courtship Wars. Clever and charming Roslyn Loring, the middle child of three beautiful, independent sisters, knows that true happiness lies in a marriage of the heart–and she has hers set on a love-match with a neighboring earl. Yet her sharp mind has observed an undeniable truth: Gentlemen lavish passion on their mistresses, not their wives. Roslyn realizes that to win her future husband’s devotion, she must learn the secrets of kindling a gentleman’s ardor. Fortunately, she finds a willing tutor in Drew Moncrief, the Duke of Arden, a notorious rake whispered to be London’s most magnificent lover. If his searing kisses are any indication, the duke is the ideal man to teach Roslyn how to be the perfect mistress. Drew begins schooling Roslyn while coolly guarding his heart. But as best-laid plans are thwarted by unexpected events–including a night of unforgettable passion–Roslyn and her wickedly arousing tutor discover how easily lessons in pleasure can become lessons in love. . . .

Author : Florence Marryat
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1865
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:600061330

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'Too good for him.' 3 vols by Florence Marryat Pdf