Running in the Family (Picador Books) (New Canadian Library S.)
by Michael Ondaatje
'During certain hours, at certain years in our lives, we see ourselves as remnants from the earlier generations that were destroyed...I think all of our lives have been terribly shaped by what went on before us.' Twenty-five years after leaving his native Sri Lanka for the cool winters of Ontario, a chaotic dream of tropical heat and barking dogs pushes Michael Ondaatje to travel back home and revisit a childhood and a family he never fully understood. Along with his siblings and children, Ondaa...
Marry Chase Lorimer--impossible! Since Somer MacDonald's humiliating encounter with Chase Lorimer on the isle of Jersey, she had kept men at a distance. Five years ago she had foolishly tried to prove her sexual desirability by seducing the gorgeous world-renowned photographer. But her plan had backfired when Chase coldly denied her advances. Now Chase was suddenly back in her life--and he wanted to marry her! The all-encompassing force drawing Somer to him was undeniable. But could she risk...
Blackmailing The Society Bride (Jet-Set Wives, #3) (Mills & Boon Largeprint Penny Jordan)
by Penny Jordan
Marriage: Millionaire banker Marcus Canning has decided it's time to become a father-and a husband.... Penniless: Lucy is facing crippling debts alone-having kicked out her cheating, stealing ex-husband.... Wedded: Lucy knows she's been chosen by Marcus for convenience-but she's always loved him and she can't resist his passionate lovemaking.... Sex: That's all it is for Marcus-until he discovers his wife is being blackmailed by another man....
Australian Nights: Her Outback Fling
by Helen Lacey, Margaret Way, and Marion Lennox
Escape to love When Gabe Vitali escapes to a fresh start in Crystal Point, Australia, his new five-year plan does not include serious relationships. But he doesn't anticipate his gorgeous next-door neighbour Lauren Jakowski. Bridal consultant Lauren wants marriage. She's just sworn off love and sex! Gabe and Lauren don't figure on a fairy tale. But fate has other plans….•The dramatic and vibrant landscape of the outback tantalises Sienna Fleury’s senses. But the...
An unexpected tenderness She may be the co-owner of an elite lingerie boutique that caters to women's intimate fantasies, but Autumn Dupree is a realist when it comes to matters of the heart. Although determined to keep her own romantic yearnings under wraps, she has agreed to be her sister's maid of honor. Worse, she has to share the nuptial festivities with Chicago's most irresistible bachelor... Best man Ajay Reed arouses a passion Autumn never knew existed. The entreprene...
Deep within a dangerous forest the battle between two vampire clans rages on. Hot-blooded and hard-edged, Tristan Santiago has an uncanny ability to see beneath the surface - a skill that serves him well as the Guardians' region commander. But when a deadly plot against his fellow vampires is uncovered, he must turn to the one woman he can't read: the beautiful yet mysterious Roxanne Reynolds, whose sensual presence soothes his tormented memories. Roxy had put love before duty once before, with...
Angela Hanson grew up poor in a world of despair. Toughened by rejection and disappointment, she vows to hide her fears and do whatever it takes to win the rich life of her dreams. Best-selling author Glenn Kaplan spans the globe in his new international thriller, following Angela’s meteoric rise among the power elite. From London to New York to super-yachts in the Caribbean, Angela plays a ruthless game of deception, betrayal and murder to try to win the ultimate prize.
The Engagement Deal (Harlequin Presents Collector's) (Mills & Boon Modern)
by Kim Lawrence
He challenged her to seduce him! Holly blushed to remember her last encounter with Niall Wesley. He'd rejected her teenage crush on him, making Holly vow that next time she saw Niall she'd be beautiful-and he'd come begging.... Years later, Niall had indeed come begging; only, it was Holly's sister he wanted! She'd be a perfect fake fiancee, and Niall needed one-fast. Holly was determined to prove she could play the part, and Niall secretly agreed. But...
International business tycoon Luciano de Valenza stepped in to save the Linwood family's failing wine business and swept the young, impressionable Kerry Linwood off her feet. Yet, Kerry feared Luciano didn't want her, but the wine empire she would inherit. Then, money was embezzled from the business, and there was evidence enough to put Luciano in prison. Five years later, Luciano was back and out to clear his name. He was certain that he'd been framed by the Linwoods and he was planning to take...
A Cowboy Comes Home/ A Cowboy in Manhattan (Mills & Boon Desire) (Colorado Cattle Barons, #1)
by Barbara Dunlop
A Cowboy Comes Home An unexpected inheritance has finally drawn black sheep Caleb Terrell home. But that doesn't mean the cowboy-turned-CEO plans to stay. His goal is to sell and get out...until he's reunited with the sexy girl-next-door and delectable distraction, Mandy Jacobs. But once he gives in to temptation, he may not be able to walk away. A Cowboy in Manhattan After an unexpected family reunion, Reed Terrell is an overnight millionaire. But the rancher's biggest surprise is his attrac...
The Sheikh's Secret Mistress (Desert Kings Alliance, #4)
by Mel Teshco
A perfect stranger asked me to marry him today... Why? Because he's found out that my stepfather has full control of my business until I turn twenty-five or marry - whichever comes first. I need to gain control because my stepfather is a crook. This could be the perfect proposal.... Of course, it's ridiculous! I've only just met this mysterious Hugh Garratt. I certainly don't know if I can trust him - or his motives. But then, he is the sexiest, most seductive man I've ever m...
The Italian's reluctant bride! When Alessandro Valessi suddenly discovers the existence of his love-child, he has every intention of thrusting himself back into Polly Fairfax's life! But Polly has been determinedly going it alone - the one thing she doesn't want or need in her life is her son's father especially after the arrogant, aristocratic Italian hurt her so badly... But Alessandro leaves Polly no choice, for he intends to fight her for custody of their little boy. Unless, of course, Pol...
Plain Jane & the Hotshot (Matched in Montana, #5)
by Meagan McKinney
Roughing it in the Montana wilderness with an all-female mountain group seemed the perfect way to heal music teacher Joanna Lofton's broken heart. But the camp's matchmaker had other ideas. And so did elite smoke jumper Nick Kramer, who was setting off enough sparks to ignite a wildfire in Jo. Nick liked a woman who didn't back down from danger - or desire. Jo was fast making this confirmed loner yearn to keep those home fires burning. But could Nick...
A former love makes a lasting impression in a warm and sexy romance from Nancy Herkness. Kyra Dixon, a blue-collar girl from the boondocks, is dedicated to her job at a community center that matches underprivileged kids with rescue dogs. When she runs into Will Chase—Connecticut blue blood, billionaire CEO, and her old college crush—she’s surprised that he asks a favor from her: to be his date for his uptight family’s dreaded annual garden party. If his parents don’t approve, all the better. K...
On 17 June 2009, Harry Patch celebrated his 111th birthday. At the time, he was the last living British Tommy that had fought in the trenches of the First World War. Now that direct link with the past has gone. From his vivid memories of an Edwardian childhood, through the horrors of the battles of Ypres and Passchendaele to working on the home front in the Second World War and fame in later life as a veteran, The Last Fighting Tommy is the story of an ordinary man's extraordinary life. As we...
Tea and Temptation at the Cat Café (Furrever Friends, #3)
by Kris Bock