The emotional story of a young woman s journey as she leaves behind all the things she thought she wanted only to discover who she really is. #1 "New York Times" bestselling author Robyn Carr explores the challenges facing women today as they are valued for what s on the outside rather than the inside. Enjoy this classic favorite, previously published as "Runaway Mistress. " Jennifer Chaise is proud of her life. Coming from nothing, she s used her beauty to her advantage and is swept up in a glamorous world of wealth and privilege as the mistress of a high-flying businessman. But when she walks in on a violent scene in their Las Vegas hotel room, Jennifer knows she can no longer ignore the truth about her boyfriend, and she flees. Desperate to escape the men searching for her, she invents a whole new persona with a new look and a new name as she hides out in a small Nevada town. Working as a waitress in the local diner, she finds a mentor in Louise, a retired professor who takes her in. As Jennifer begins to embrace a new life, she realizes how much was missing from her old one: a sense of community and purpose But it s not easy to simply disappear. Her neighbor Alex is a cop, and while he s friendly enough, he may also suspect that Jennifer is not what she seems. Although she is under constant threat of being discovered, Jennifer is surprised to realize that, for the first time, she s genuinely happy. Suddenly this real world is all she wants. But will it be enough when her past catches up with her? "
Mira Books
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9780778319016
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Print book
Luckiest Cowboy of All
By Brown, Carolyn
TWO BOOKS IN ONE--AN ALL-NEW CAROLYN BROWN BOOK PLUS HOMETOWN COWBOY BY SARA RICHARDSONA secret baby brings a second chance for love.Carlene Varner's homecoming isn't exactly going according to plan. She thought she'd have some time to adjust before introducing her daughter to Jace Dawson, the father her little girl has never known. Instead, within days of her arrival, her house burns down and she and Tilly have no choice but to move in with the sexy cowboy himself at the Prairie Rose ranch. Now the whole Dawson clan-heck, the whole town of Happy-is all up in their business. Jace has dealt with stubborn bulls and bucking broncos-but being a dad? He is so not ready for this . . . Yet the more time he spends with Carlene and little Tilly, the harder it is to imagine life without them. Now he just has to convince Carlene that he's the real deal-and hope that this time she's here to stay.
Forever
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9781455597505
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Mass Market Paperback
Along the Infinite Sea
By Williams, Beatriz
An epic story of star-crossed lovers in pre-war Europe collides with a woman on the run in the swinging '60s, in another riveting historical novel from the New York Times-bestselling author of A Hundred Summers and Tiny Little Thing.Each of the three Schuyler sisters has her own world-class problems, but in the autumn of 1966, Pepper Schuyler's problems are in a class of their own. When Pepper fixes up a beautiful and rare vintage Mercedes and sells it at auction, she thinks she's finally found a way to take care of herself and the baby she carries, the result of an affair with a married, legendary politician. But the car's new owner turns out to have secrets of her own, and as the glamorous and mysterious Annabelle Dommerich takes pregnant Pepper under her wing, the startling provenance of this car comes to light: a Nazi husband, a Jewish lover, a flight from Europe, and a love so profound it transcends decades. As the many threads of Annabelle's life from World War II stretch out to entangle Pepper in 1960s America, and the father of her unborn baby tracks her down to a remote town in coastal Georgia, the two women must come together to face down the shadows of their complicated pasts. Indomitable heroines, a dazzling world of secrets, champagne at the Paris Ritz, and a sweeping love story for the ages, in New York Times bestselling author Beatriz William's final book about the Schuyler sisters.
G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2015.
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9780399171314
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The Amish Widower's Twins
By Brown, Jo Ann
Two tiny twins and one lost love ... The end of the Amish Spinster Club?Moving far away from her first love is the perfect remedy for Leanna Wagler's broken heart - until he buys the neighboring farm. Now Leanna is in an unexpected position: temporary nanny to Gabriel Miller's adorable twins. Though his kinder need her, Leanna spells trouble for the Amish widower ... because a second chance with her means betraying a secret he's honor-bound to protect.
Love Inspired
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9781335428912
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Paperback
Take a Chance
By Gray, Shelley Shepard
Kurt Holland wants the best for his younger brother, which is why he moves Sam to Bridgeport, Ohio. It's a bigger town with a well-known high school. Just the place to give his little brother more opportunities -- maybe even a scholarship to college. Kurt hopes his gamble pays off, since Sam's future isn't the only thing riding on it. Kurt's put most of his savings into a new landscaping business there, too. But when Sam gets in trouble for fighting at school, Kurt isn't so sure it was the right decision until he meets Sam's English teacher.Emily Springer is passionate about helping all of her students succeed, but there's something about Sam Holland that makes her want to go the extra mile. When he's caught in a fight at school, she goes to bat in his defense, and during a conference with the principal she meets Sam's rugged older brother -- and guardian.
Blackstone Publishing
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9781538440872
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Paperback
The Obsession
By Roberts, Nora
The riveting novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Liar."She stood in the deep, dark woods, breath shallow and cold prickling over her skin despite the hot, heavy air. She took a step back, then two, as the urge to run fell over her."Naomi Bowes lost her innocence the night she followed her father into the woods. In freeing the girl trapped in the root cellar, Naomi revealed the horrible extent of her fathers crimes and made him infamous. No matter how close she gets to happiness, she cant outrun the sins of Thomas David Bowes.Now a successful photographer living under the name Naomi Carson, she has found a place that calls to her, a rambling old house in need of repair, thousands of miles away from everything shes ever known. Naomi wants to embrace the solitude, but the kindly residents of Sunrise Cove keep forcing her to open up - especially the determined Xander Keaton.Naomi can feel her defenses failing, and knows that the connection her new life offers is something shes always secretly craved. But the sins of her father can become an obsession, and, as shes learned time and again, her past is never more than a nightmare away.
Berkley Books
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9780349407760
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Audiobook
Life of Lies
By Sala, Sharon
Fame, fortune and a fatal obsession put an actress in a killers sights in this breathtaking thriller from the New York Times-bestselling author.Sahara Travis is used to being worshipped by adoring fans, but now someone is fixated on her in a dangerous way. After multiple attempts on her life, she reluctantly agrees to hire a security specialist for her protection, though the last thing she wants is some burly bodyguard invading her personal space.Former army ranger Brendan McQueens job is to keep the starlet safe and track down her would-be assassin. But when Sahara receives news that her estranged mother has been murdered and her father, the top suspect, is missing, Brendan quickly realizes this is much more serious than your average celebrity stalker.With Brendan and her devoted assistant, Lucy, in tow, Sahara returns to her family estate in New Orleans to uncover the identity of her attempted killer before he can close in on his final target."A wonderful romance, thriller, and delightful book . . . [that] will keep you glued to the pages." - USA TodayPraise for Sharon Sala"If you can stop reading, then you are a better woman than me." - Debbie Macomber, New York Times-bestselling author"Sala is a master at telling a story that is both romantic and suspenseful . . . one of the best writers in the genre." - RT Book Reviews"Salas characters are vivid and engaging." - Publishers Weekly
MIRA
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9780778330356
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Mass Market Paperback
All I Want for Halloween
By Harte, Marie
TONIGHT, SHE PLANS TO LET GO.Dressed up and anonymous, Sadie Liberato feels powerful, sexy and free. Where better to lose herself than a masked party?Gear Blackstone's cheating ex and scheming best friend have managed to spin his life into a serious downward spiral. At least with a mask on he can cut loose for one night. And cut loose he does -- with the sexiest, snarkiest chick he's ever met.After a scorching-hot encounter, Sadie and Gear are desperate to find each other in real life. But can the heat last when the masks come off?What People Are Saying:"Anyone who loves a good romance will love this book!" -- Night Owl Romance 5/5 Stars, Top Pick! for A Sure Thing"Test Drive is high octane chemistry that keeps the pages turning and your engine revving!" -- GINA L. MAXWELL New York Times & USA Today bestselling author"Harte's take on the redeemed bad boy is fresh and sexy." -- Kirkus for Test Drive
Sourcebooks Casablanca
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9781492656531
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Mass Market Paperback
Sandpiper Shore
By Mason, Debbie
In this instant USA Today bestseller, that RaeAnne Thayne hails as "heartfelt and delightful," a wedding planner breaks her #1 rule: Never, ever fall for the groom. . Theres nothing Jenna Bell loves more than a happily-ever-after. Thats why being a wedding planner is her dream job - until the groom is Logan Gallagher. Shes had a crush on him since . . . well, forever. And now she has to make his day magical as he walks down the aisle without her.. As a secret service agent, Logans already married - to his career. A wife was never in his plan, until he finds out he needs to marry the woman hes been protecting. He takes his latest assignment in stride, but when he sees Jenna again, he cant deny the attraction sparking between them. Can he really say "I do" if it means saying goodbye to the woman of his dreams?
Forever
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9781538744222
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Paperback
Roomies
By Lauren, Christina
From subway to Broadway to happily ever after. Modern love in all its thrill, hilarity, and uncertainty has never been so compulsively readable as in New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren's romantic novel.Marriages of convenience are so...inconvenient. For months Holland Bakker has invented excuses to descend into the subway station near her apartment, drawn to the captivating music performed by her street musician crush. Lacking the nerve to actually talk to the gorgeous stranger, fate steps in one night in the form of a drunken attacker. Calvin Mcloughlin rescues her, but quickly disappears when the police start asking questions. Using the only resource she has to pay the brilliant musician back, Holland gets Calvin an audition with her uncle, Broadway's hottest musical director. When the tryout goes better than even Holland could have imagined, Calvin is set for a great entry into Broadway - until his reason for disappearing earlier becomes clear: he's in the country illegally, his student visa having expired years ago. Seeing that her uncle needs Calvin as much as Calvin needs him, a wild idea takes hold of her. Impulsively, she marries the Irishman, her infatuation a secret only to him. As their relationship evolves and Calvin becomes the darling of Broadway - in the middle of the theatrics and the acting-not-acting - will Holland and Calvin to realize that they both stopped pretending a long time ago?
Swept Away
By Carr, Robyn
The emotional story of a young woman s journey as she leaves behind all the things she thought she wanted only to discover who she really is. #1 "New York Times" bestselling author Robyn Carr explores the challenges facing women today as they are valued for what s on the outside rather than the inside. Enjoy this classic favorite, previously published as "Runaway Mistress. " Jennifer Chaise is proud of her life. Coming from nothing, she s used her beauty to her advantage and is swept up in a glamorous world of wealth and privilege as the mistress of a high-flying businessman. But when she walks in on a violent scene in their Las Vegas hotel room, Jennifer knows she can no longer ignore the truth about her boyfriend, and she flees. Desperate to escape the men searching for her, she invents a whole new persona with a new look and a new name as she hides out in a small Nevada town. Working as a waitress in the local diner, she finds a mentor in Louise, a retired professor who takes her in. As Jennifer begins to embrace a new life, she realizes how much was missing from her old one: a sense of community and purpose But it s not easy to simply disappear. Her neighbor Alex is a cop, and while he s friendly enough, he may also suspect that Jennifer is not what she seems. Although she is under constant threat of being discovered, Jennifer is surprised to realize that, for the first time, she s genuinely happy. Suddenly this real world is all she wants. But will it be enough when her past catches up with her? "
Luckiest Cowboy of All
By Brown, Carolyn
TWO BOOKS IN ONE--AN ALL-NEW CAROLYN BROWN BOOK PLUS HOMETOWN COWBOY BY SARA RICHARDSONA secret baby brings a second chance for love.Carlene Varner's homecoming isn't exactly going according to plan. She thought she'd have some time to adjust before introducing her daughter to Jace Dawson, the father her little girl has never known. Instead, within days of her arrival, her house burns down and she and Tilly have no choice but to move in with the sexy cowboy himself at the Prairie Rose ranch. Now the whole Dawson clan-heck, the whole town of Happy-is all up in their business. Jace has dealt with stubborn bulls and bucking broncos-but being a dad? He is so not ready for this . . . Yet the more time he spends with Carlene and little Tilly, the harder it is to imagine life without them. Now he just has to convince Carlene that he's the real deal-and hope that this time she's here to stay.
Along the Infinite Sea
By Williams, Beatriz
An epic story of star-crossed lovers in pre-war Europe collides with a woman on the run in the swinging '60s, in another riveting historical novel from the New York Times-bestselling author of A Hundred Summers and Tiny Little Thing.Each of the three Schuyler sisters has her own world-class problems, but in the autumn of 1966, Pepper Schuyler's problems are in a class of their own. When Pepper fixes up a beautiful and rare vintage Mercedes and sells it at auction, she thinks she's finally found a way to take care of herself and the baby she carries, the result of an affair with a married, legendary politician. But the car's new owner turns out to have secrets of her own, and as the glamorous and mysterious Annabelle Dommerich takes pregnant Pepper under her wing, the startling provenance of this car comes to light: a Nazi husband, a Jewish lover, a flight from Europe, and a love so profound it transcends decades. As the many threads of Annabelle's life from World War II stretch out to entangle Pepper in 1960s America, and the father of her unborn baby tracks her down to a remote town in coastal Georgia, the two women must come together to face down the shadows of their complicated pasts. Indomitable heroines, a dazzling world of secrets, champagne at the Paris Ritz, and a sweeping love story for the ages, in New York Times bestselling author Beatriz William's final book about the Schuyler sisters.
The Amish Widower's Twins
By Brown, Jo Ann
Two tiny twins and one lost love ... The end of the Amish Spinster Club?Moving far away from her first love is the perfect remedy for Leanna Wagler's broken heart - until he buys the neighboring farm. Now Leanna is in an unexpected position: temporary nanny to Gabriel Miller's adorable twins. Though his kinder need her, Leanna spells trouble for the Amish widower ... because a second chance with her means betraying a secret he's honor-bound to protect.
Take a Chance
By Gray, Shelley Shepard
Kurt Holland wants the best for his younger brother, which is why he moves Sam to Bridgeport, Ohio. It's a bigger town with a well-known high school. Just the place to give his little brother more opportunities -- maybe even a scholarship to college. Kurt hopes his gamble pays off, since Sam's future isn't the only thing riding on it. Kurt's put most of his savings into a new landscaping business there, too. But when Sam gets in trouble for fighting at school, Kurt isn't so sure it was the right decision until he meets Sam's English teacher.Emily Springer is passionate about helping all of her students succeed, but there's something about Sam Holland that makes her want to go the extra mile. When he's caught in a fight at school, she goes to bat in his defense, and during a conference with the principal she meets Sam's rugged older brother -- and guardian.
The Obsession
By Roberts, Nora
The riveting novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Liar."She stood in the deep, dark woods, breath shallow and cold prickling over her skin despite the hot, heavy air. She took a step back, then two, as the urge to run fell over her."Naomi Bowes lost her innocence the night she followed her father into the woods. In freeing the girl trapped in the root cellar, Naomi revealed the horrible extent of her fathers crimes and made him infamous. No matter how close she gets to happiness, she cant outrun the sins of Thomas David Bowes.Now a successful photographer living under the name Naomi Carson, she has found a place that calls to her, a rambling old house in need of repair, thousands of miles away from everything shes ever known. Naomi wants to embrace the solitude, but the kindly residents of Sunrise Cove keep forcing her to open up - especially the determined Xander Keaton.Naomi can feel her defenses failing, and knows that the connection her new life offers is something shes always secretly craved. But the sins of her father can become an obsession, and, as shes learned time and again, her past is never more than a nightmare away.
Life of Lies
By Sala, Sharon
Fame, fortune and a fatal obsession put an actress in a killers sights in this breathtaking thriller from the New York Times-bestselling author.Sahara Travis is used to being worshipped by adoring fans, but now someone is fixated on her in a dangerous way. After multiple attempts on her life, she reluctantly agrees to hire a security specialist for her protection, though the last thing she wants is some burly bodyguard invading her personal space.Former army ranger Brendan McQueens job is to keep the starlet safe and track down her would-be assassin. But when Sahara receives news that her estranged mother has been murdered and her father, the top suspect, is missing, Brendan quickly realizes this is much more serious than your average celebrity stalker.With Brendan and her devoted assistant, Lucy, in tow, Sahara returns to her family estate in New Orleans to uncover the identity of her attempted killer before he can close in on his final target."A wonderful romance, thriller, and delightful book . . . [that] will keep you glued to the pages." - USA TodayPraise for Sharon Sala"If you can stop reading, then you are a better woman than me." - Debbie Macomber, New York Times-bestselling author"Sala is a master at telling a story that is both romantic and suspenseful . . . one of the best writers in the genre." - RT Book Reviews"Salas characters are vivid and engaging." - Publishers Weekly
All I Want for Halloween
By Harte, Marie
TONIGHT, SHE PLANS TO LET GO.Dressed up and anonymous, Sadie Liberato feels powerful, sexy and free. Where better to lose herself than a masked party?Gear Blackstone's cheating ex and scheming best friend have managed to spin his life into a serious downward spiral. At least with a mask on he can cut loose for one night. And cut loose he does -- with the sexiest, snarkiest chick he's ever met.After a scorching-hot encounter, Sadie and Gear are desperate to find each other in real life. But can the heat last when the masks come off?What People Are Saying:"Anyone who loves a good romance will love this book!" -- Night Owl Romance 5/5 Stars, Top Pick! for A Sure Thing"Test Drive is high octane chemistry that keeps the pages turning and your engine revving!" -- GINA L. MAXWELL New York Times & USA Today bestselling author"Harte's take on the redeemed bad boy is fresh and sexy." -- Kirkus for Test Drive
Sandpiper Shore
By Mason, Debbie
In this instant USA Today bestseller, that RaeAnne Thayne hails as "heartfelt and delightful," a wedding planner breaks her #1 rule: Never, ever fall for the groom. . Theres nothing Jenna Bell loves more than a happily-ever-after. Thats why being a wedding planner is her dream job - until the groom is Logan Gallagher. Shes had a crush on him since . . . well, forever. And now she has to make his day magical as he walks down the aisle without her.. As a secret service agent, Logans already married - to his career. A wife was never in his plan, until he finds out he needs to marry the woman hes been protecting. He takes his latest assignment in stride, but when he sees Jenna again, he cant deny the attraction sparking between them. Can he really say "I do" if it means saying goodbye to the woman of his dreams?
Roomies
By Lauren, Christina
From subway to Broadway to happily ever after. Modern love in all its thrill, hilarity, and uncertainty has never been so compulsively readable as in New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren's romantic novel.Marriages of convenience are so...inconvenient. For months Holland Bakker has invented excuses to descend into the subway station near her apartment, drawn to the captivating music performed by her street musician crush. Lacking the nerve to actually talk to the gorgeous stranger, fate steps in one night in the form of a drunken attacker. Calvin Mcloughlin rescues her, but quickly disappears when the police start asking questions. Using the only resource she has to pay the brilliant musician back, Holland gets Calvin an audition with her uncle, Broadway's hottest musical director. When the tryout goes better than even Holland could have imagined, Calvin is set for a great entry into Broadway - until his reason for disappearing earlier becomes clear: he's in the country illegally, his student visa having expired years ago. Seeing that her uncle needs Calvin as much as Calvin needs him, a wild idea takes hold of her. Impulsively, she marries the Irishman, her infatuation a secret only to him. As their relationship evolves and Calvin becomes the darling of Broadway - in the middle of the theatrics and the acting-not-acting - will Holland and Calvin to realize that they both stopped pretending a long time ago?