German Quickly: A Grammar for Reading German is a thorough, straightforward textbook with a sense of fun. It teaches the fundamentals for reading German literary and scholarly texts of all levels of difficulty. It can be used as an introductory text for scholars with no background in German, or it can serve as a reference text for students wishing to review German. The grammar explanations are detailed and clear, addressing common problems students encounter while learning to read German. This book includes thought-provoking and entertaining reading selections consisting mainly of aphorisms and proverbs. There are also twelve appendices, including a summary of German grammar, descriptions of German dictionaries, a partial answer key, strategies for learning German, and a humanities vocabulary section of about 3,800 words.
Book 11 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series tells the story of Erin O'Connor and Mack Donovan.Erin's life is shattered in a single night after a horrific act of sexual violence. She doesn't remember any of it, but she has the bruises and lacerations all over her body as painful reminders of something she just wants to put behind her. The problem is, she can't move on. Everything she'd ever hoped for was torn away from her that night. The man she's been crushing on has vowed to restore her sense of safety and security. He'll stop at nothing to catch the assailant who hurt her. The tragic irony is, now he wants her in his life. But it's too late now.Mack has always kept a careful distance from Erin. She's sweet, beautiful, and innocent - way too young and too good for him. After a career in the military and a stint as a mercenary, he's done things he's not proud of. He thinks his hands are too dirty to touch her. When he rejects her invitation to attend a New Year's Eve party, the unthinkable happens. A sexual predator drugs Erin and steals not just her innocence, but her sense of self. Mack will stop at nothing to find him and end him. In the meanwhile, he's not giving up on Erin. He will show her that not all men are monsters.Of course the book ends with an HEA, and there's no cheating Ever Age gap romanceVirgin heroineSwoonworthy protective heroHurt/comfortBe forewarned there is an off-screen sexual assault and its aftermath
This romance book is part of an ongoing series, and it does have a happy-ever-after ending. This novel contains explicit sexual content and is for mature audiences. If you love steamy, heart-melting romance novels featuring alpha protectors and bodyguards, with a little suspense thrown in, you'll love Vulnerable About This BookBeth Jamison had a rough start in life. She survived a childhood abduction, but her emotionally traumatic past still haunts her, and she suffers from anxiety and issues with intimacy. Beth doesn't know it, but the man who kidnapped her has just been released early from prison. When Beth's brother hires McIntyre Security, Inc. to protect Beth and conduct surveillance on her kidnapper, Beth has no idea she has secret bodyguards keeping her safe 24/7. With his money and good looks, CEO Shane McIntyre has never been short on feminine company, and he's developed a reputation as a "love 'em and leave 'em" kind of guy. But everything changes when Shane meets Beth. Their mutual attraction is instant and intense, and Shane falls hard for Beth. Shane has his work cut out for him if he's going to gain her trust and get past her fears before it's too late. This alpha protector is determined to keep Beth safe, but he's also determined to make her his.
The eagerly anticipated sequel to Vulnerable is here Fearless is a full-length contemporary romance novel. No cliffhanger A guaranteed HEA. This novel is a direct continuation of my first novel, Vulnerable. While Fearless can be read alone, it will be enjoyed more if you've already read Vulnerable. Beth Jamison Since childhood, I've lived under a shadow of fear and anxiety, afraid to trust anyone. All that changed when I met Shane. He taught me to cope with my fears. He gave me the courage to let someone in. But the threat's still out there, and it's coming back for me. I know Shane won't let him get me this time, but at what cost? I can't lose Shane. I just can't. McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series: Book 1: Vulnerable Book 2: Fearless
Lia McIntyre As a 22-year-old female professional bodyguard, Lia's a rarity in a male-dominated field. She may be a petite, cute blond, but she's a master of martial arts and Krav Maga, and she can render a man twice her size unconscious in just seconds. Lia hides a painful past behind a snarky, take-no-prisoners attitude. She was horribly betrayed by her first love, and she's determined never to let anyone use her or hurt her again. To make sure that never happens again, she's got rules. One, never sleep with a client. And two, never sleep with the same guy twice. The walls she's built up to protect herself are rock solid. Until she meets her new client, Jonah Locke, a swoonworthy rockstar with a heart of gold. Jonah Locke Jonah Locke is the front man for the most popular rock band in the United States. His band dominates the charts, and he's constantly hounded by crowds of fan-girls and paparazzi. The guy can't sneeze without everyone on social media knowing. A bad break-up with the Queen of Pop sends him from LA to Chicago, where he just wants to lie low and write new songs. Unfortunately, trouble follows him to Chicago. When he meets his new bodyguard, he falls hard for her. But lust transforms into something more when he gets to know the woman beneath the kick-ass shell. Broken can be read standalone, but it will be enjoyed more as part of the series, because there are lots of cameos of other beloved McIntyre Security characters. HEA, yes Cliffhanger, no Read this book only if you like smart-mouthed, feisty heroines who don't take crap from anyone.Protector romanceFemale bodyguardRockstar heroHurt-comfort, past traumaFeisty, kick-ass heroineAge gap
Shane McIntyre will do anything to protect the love of his life. Even kill a monster. When convicted kidnapper Howard Kline comes after Beth Jamison to exact revenge for his two decades spent in prison, Shane will be waiting for him, ready to put an end to Beth's nightmare once and for all. This novella, written from Shane's point of view, is book 2.5 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series. Fans of April Wilson's McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will welcome this novella from Shane McIntyre's point of view. Shane includes a retelling of the ending of Fearless (book 2) from Shane's point of view, as well as brand new material that continues the story line beyond Fearless and into Broken (book 3). This novella will tide readers over until Book 4 is released - Shattered - which features Shane McIntyre and Beth Jamison in a full-length novel that takes this popular couple to the next stage of their relationship.(This novella is NOT a standalone book. To be enjoyed, it requires familiarity with the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series.)The McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series: Vulnerable, book 1Fearless, book 2Shane, a novella, book 2.5Broken, book 3Shattered, book 4 (spring 2017)Imperfect, book 5 (fall 2017
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Beth and Shane's story continues in this new installment of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series. After the death of Beth's childhood abductor, Howard Kline, Beth and Shane are free to begin their life together. Beth's future is looking bright. She's loving her new job at the bookstore and she has an engagement ring on her finger. Everything is perfect until Shane's former girlfriend, Luciana Morelli, enters the picture determined to ruin Shane's chance at happiness. Luciana will stop at nothing to destroy Shane's future, including threatening the life of the one person he can't live without. HEA always No cliffhanger Read the ongoing storyline that follows Beth and Shane. Protector romanceBodyguard romanceAge gapStalker
Chicago homicide detective Tyler Jamison has accepted the fact that he was born defective. Women just don't do it for him, and he can't contemplate any other option. So, loneliness it is.Ian Alexander has met the man of his dreams, but the guy's in complete denial of his sexuality. Ian's not giving up on Tyler, though. Tyler's a domineering, controlling force of nature... just what Ian has always craved in his bed. When a serial killer sets his sights on Ian, Tyler will do anything to protect the much younger man. For the first time in his life, Tyler has experienced desire, and it's for another man. How much will it take for him to become the man he was meant to be?
Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will devour this new installment following the lives of Beth and Shane. This book would be best enjoyed as part of the series. Beth and Shane have it all. They're married and expecting their first child. They've never been happier. A weekend getaway puts Beth in the wrong place at the wrong time, and all hell breaks loose, putting both Beth's life and her baby's life in mortal danger.When the unexpected happens, can Shane save his family? Can this alpha protector pull his wife back from the edge before it's too late?Hostage is book 7 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series. It's a full-length novel (70,000 words) that ends in a wonderful HEA. The series in order: VulnerableFearlessShane (a novella)BrokenShattered ImperfectRuinedHostageComing next: RedeemedRegretRescued...plus a lot more.
Art is the love language of many children. This book combines my daughters' artwork and my words of love to create a story about the parent/child bond.
Beth Jamison had a rough start in life. She survived a childhood abduction, but her emotionally traumatic past still haunts her, and she suffers from anxiety and issues with intimacy. Beth doesn't know it, but the man who kidnapped her has just been released early from prison. When Beth's brother hires McIntyre Security, Inc. to protect Beth and conduct surveillance on her kidnapper, Beth has no idea she has secret bodyguards keeping her safe 24/7. With his money and good looks, CEO Shane McIntyre has never been short on feminine company, and he's developed a reputation as a "love 'em and leave 'em" kind of guy. But everything changes when Shane meets Beth. Their mutual attraction is instant and intense, and Shane falls hard for Beth. Shane has his work cut out for him if he's going to gain her trust and get past her fears before it's too late. This alpha protector is determined to keep Beth safe, but he's also determined to make her his.Welcome to the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series Vulnerable is the first in a series of closely interrelated books that focus on the McIntyre family and their friends. If you love romance novels featuring strong alpha protectors, bodyguards, and slightly damaged characters, with a little suspense and action thrown in, you'll love this ongoing series No cliffhangers.
Redeemed is book 1 in the new McIntyre Security Protectors series. It can be read standalone. It's a full-length novel with a guaranteed HEA.Annie Ten years ago, I made the biggest mistake of my lifeAnd I've paid the price every day since then, both in body and spiritNow I'm desperate, and the only man who can save me is the one I betrayed so long ago.I don't deserve his forgiveness. He doesn't owe me a thing.But like the hero he is, that won't stop him from risking his life to save me.... even when I don't deserve it.JakeMy life ended the day Annie broke our engagement and married another man.I've been going through the motions ever since, unable to forget her.Unable to move on.I gave her my heart, and I don't do give-backs, so she's stuck with it, whether she wants it or not.When I find out she's in danger, I'll move Heaven and Earth to protect her, regardless of what it costs me.She doesn't owe me a thing, but damn, I'll go to my knees for her.For just one look, one touch, one word.Other books by April Wilson: VulnerableFearlessShane (a novella)BrokenShatteredImperfectRuinedHostageRedeemed
Marry Me is a novella that continues the story of Lia McIntyre and Jonah Locke, first introduced on Broken. Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will enjoy this continuation of Lia's and Jonah's story. Cameo appearances by other popular characters in this series are included.Lia McIntyreLia's been with Jonah for nearly two years now. She loves her rock star boyfriend with a heart of gold. But deep down, she struggles with insecurity. She knows Jonah wants more with her, but she's afraid she can't live up to his expectations. And she thinks it's only a matter of time before he figures that out for himself. Jonah Locke Ever since leaving L.A. and his lucrative recording contract, Jonah Locke is thriving as an independent singer/songwriter. He's more popular than ever. He's living his dream, except for one small part. He wants to marry Lia. But every time he asks, she changes the subject. What's it going to take to get her to realize he's for real?
Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will love this new novella featuring Beth and Shane, as well as other favorites, including Luke, Sam, Cooper, Erin and Mack. When an unexpected blizzard hits Chicago, Beth is stranded at Clancy's Bookshop, along with her close friends and employees. But her husband, Shane, won't let anything like a complete lock-down stop him from getting to his wife and young son. This suspenseful Christmas novella will best be enjoyed as part of the series.Age gap romanceHoliday blizzardStranded heroineProtective hero to the rescue
After illness left me permanently scarred, my husband found solace in another woman's arms.So, I left him to start over.But it seems I'm the only one ready to move on.Not even a restraining order can protect me from my ex.But the sexy former Navy SEAL next door can.Despite my new neighbor's war injuries, he's lethal.And I come to find out I'm not the only one hiding scars.A standalone romance with a guaranteed HEA. It's book 5 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series.
Sam...Coming out of the closet was easy. Falling in love with a man twice my age was not.Cooper grew up old-school, hiding his true self.He may be the love of my life, but I can't be his dirty little secret any longer.He needs to man up and claim me if he wants to keep me.Just when I think we're finally making progress, his past comes back to bite him with a vengeance.His old demons might just want to kill him, literally. But not if I have anything to say about it. I'll gladly bleed for him.Finally Sam and Cooper's long-awaited story is here... a second chance gay romance, with a guaranteed HEA.Ruined is book 6 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series, but it can easily be read standalone.
