Publisher: Benjamin
11 Complete Works of Gustave Flaubert A Simple Soul Bouvard and Pécuchet Herodias Madame Bovary Over Strand and Field Salammbo Sentimental Education, Volume I Sentimental Education, Volume II Temptation of St. Antony The George Sand-Gustave Flaubert Letters Three Short Works
An epic adventure awaits—from peril on the high seas to forbidden passion among the ton—in this sexy and swashbuckling Regency romance debut. On a voyage back to England after two-year abroad, Lady Valerie Monroe is taken captive by pirates. Bound and trapped on the high seas, her torment is only compounded as she begins to fall in love with a fellow captive—a mysterious French priest who somehow maintains his dignity despite their dire predicament . . . Months later, Valerie finds that her time away from the ton has done nothing to diminish their harsh judgments for her reckless past. She dreams of the breathtaking man of the cloth with whom she shared her greatest adventure. But she is shocked to encounter him once again under his true identity! Viscount Steven Ashford is dedicated to ensnaring the criminals who stalk the high seas. Working undercover was only a small part of a larger plan. But now, despite the danger, their consuming passion cannot be denied. Standing in the way of their desire are Valerie’s wounded heart, Steven’s lone destiny, and a villain who will stop at nothing to crush them both.Show book
USA Today bestselling and award-winning author Katharine Ashe’s Captured by a Rogue Lord is an unforgettable Regency romantic adventure. Believing her own prospects for marriage within the ton have passed her by, Serena Carlyle turns her attention to ensuring her younger sister is suitably matched. She’s set her eye on the handsome and wealthy Earl of Savege, whose place in society is assured. Once her sister is safe and secure, Serena may allow herself to ponder her own future. Alex Savege is more than a titled British lord. Upon the high seas, he is the pirate Redstone, raiding the nobility for his own personal reasons. Now, his secret is threatened by the presence of a beauty seeking aid against a gang of smugglers. Alex knows he can heroically win Serena’s heart, but fears the truth will ruin any chance of love between them . . . “Her characters are intelligent, vibrant and wonderfully complex. Katharine Ashe writes with eloquence and power.” —New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas Rogues of the Sea Swept Away by a Kiss Captured by a Rogue Lord In the Arms of a MarquessShow book
A man ruled by his gun meets a woman led by her heart in a dazzling western historical romance from the bestselling author of Shameless. When Moss Tucker smells danger, he shoots it. When he needs shelter, he grabs it. And when he wants a woman’s touch, he buys it. But then he sees Amanda Boone’s sparkling azure eyes—an innocent beauty like her would never get involved with a law-breaking man like him. Chestnut-haired Amanda tries to keep her gaze on the vast frontier that flashes past her train window—but it keeps straying to the buckskin-clad stranger. Every inch of him is virile and strong. She knows it’s wrong to even think of his muscular arms crushing her soft curves in a fierce embrace. Yet she vows that before the trip is over he will be the one to tame her savage desire with his wild and lawless love. “Bittner’s characters spring to life . . . Extraordinary for the depth of emotion with which they are portrayed.” —Publishers WeeklyShow book
Savor again this classic tale about creating family where you find it, from top selling author Margaret Daley.Women, Dr. Jacob Hartman knows, are a mystery. Take the first time he meets social worker Hannah Smith at the Stone Refuge home for foster children. The woman stares him down as if he’d come at her with castor oil. Why? His past is full of heavy-duty heartache, but he is positive they’ve never met. As a former foster child himself, Jacob is deeply touched by how much she cares about the kids at the home, how loving she is—to everyone but him. Can he convince Hannah to give him a second chance? Originally published 2007Show book
Three very different sisters beguile society with their beauty and charm, but only one of them must fulfill a prophecy: marry a prince. Who is the mystery Prince Charming, and which sister will be his bride?All that clever, passionate Ravenna Caulfield wants is to stay far away from high society's mean girls.All that handsome, heroic Lord Vitor Courtenay wants is to dash from dangerous adventure to adventure.Now, snowbound in a castle with a bevy of the ton's scheming maidens all competing for a prince's hand in marriage, Ravenna's worst nightmare has come true.Now, playing babysitter to his spoiled prince of a half-brother and potential brides, Vitor is champing at the bit to be gone.When a stolen kiss in a stable leads to a corpse in a suit of armor, a canine kidnapping, and any number of scandalous liaisons, Ravenna and Vitor find themselves wrapped in a mystery they're perfectly paired to solve. But as for the mysteries of love and sex, Vitor's not about to let Ravenna escape until he's gotten what he desires . . .Show book
Can a librarian's matchmaking mischief lead to a love that rewrites their stories? If the covers of every romance book ever published didn't convince librarian Evangeline Kelly that she isn't heroine material, her fiancé calling off their wedding when she lost her hair to alopecia did. But what's a girl head over heels for love to do when her feelings are unrequited? Matchmake, that's what. Armed with library patrons' check-out histories, she's determined to make at least one love connection--even if it's not her own. Tattoo artist Tai Davis is used to people judging him with a single glance, so it doesn't surprise him when the town's quirky new librarian believes his bad-boy reputation without giving him a chance. He can't help being intrigued by her, though, so when he discovers Evangeline's secret matchmaking scheme, he's not above striking a bargain with her. She just has to agree to one date with him for every time she uses his hometown knowledge to set up library patrons on a romantic rendezvous. The deal is made, but in the process, they both might learn you can't judge a book--or each other--by the cover. "With a uniquely heartfelt message, lovable characters, and laugh-out-loud moments, Sarah Monzon's novel is a delight!"--MELISSA FERGUSON, bestselling author of How to Plot a Payback This is a sweet he-falls-first, opposites attract, matchmaker romantic comedy with disability representation. Perfect for fans of books about books and kisses-only romances.Show book
