"The Paris Game is a sexy noir romance--a gritty, thrilling peek between dangerous Parisian sheets." -Tiffany Reisz, Award-Winning and International Bestselling Author of The Original Sinners series (Mira Books) On the darker side of Paris, it's dangerous to not pay your debts... A singer in a jazz club past its prime, Sera Durand must come up with thousands of euros to pay back her boss, a ruthless gangster. A confrontation with her ex, an art dealer profiting on the wrong side of the law, leads her into a questionable wager, but one that could solve her problems. Marc Perron knows a winning proposition when he sees one. Seducing a shy young woman of Sera's acquaintance will be the easiest thing in the world, and the prize, to have Sera in his bed once again, is worth the chance of losing a sizable sum. What he didn't expect was the depth of Sera's desperation. When one of his deals goes awry, Marc's solution could cost them more than money... More praise for 'The Paris Game' "Characters who grab you. A plot that takes hold and won't let go. Sexy and seductive, 'The Paris Game' is modern noir at its best." -Cathy Pegau, author of Rulebreaker and Caught in Amber "Dark, mysterious, sexy. Noir at its best." -Roxy Boroughs, author of A Stranger's Touch
Meaghan's life shifts forever the day she meets Griffin - a third generation seafaring skipper. A unique seashell found on the beach gives her the courage to follow her heart, even into the sea she fears so much. Then, the unthinkable happens and she is hurled overboard only to be saved... but is it a miracle or was she spared by the grace and beauty of a childhood fable? Haunted by her dreams, she is driven to understand the mystery connecting her to Griffin. About Redwood Cove: Redwood Cove is a fictional small town on the far Northern California coast. The area seems to draw spirited creative types who are more comfortable in nature than in big cities. The stories of Redwood Cove are contemporary fiction that includes romance with a slightly paranormal twist.
You may feel like you will never lose weight. But no amount of fat can change the fact that, *underneath it all, the real you is skinny.*This is the real-life story of a surprising journey from fat to thin, for someone who tried all her life but still couldn't lose the pounds-until one day she discovered the *unbelievably simple* answer. Filled with radically common-sense ideas, The Real You is Skinny gives you everything you need to help discover your own healthy motivation, ignore all that other confusing and contradictory weight-loss advice, and instead just get on with getting rid of your stubborn excess fat.What really sets this book apart, however, and what has been the source of huge changes in so many lives, is the personal story inside, which reveals what it can really be like, day after day, to finally have victory over your destructive thoughts and habits, shed that unwanted flab, and become the most beautiful person you can be. *What people are saying: *"Changed my outlook on life ... I am so motivated it's crazy""Everything ... just makes perfect sense""Reading this was like a weight off my chest""Finally someone put into words how I have been feeling""I just signed up for a 5K, and I am one of those people who hates to run ... wow ... tears in my eyes""Inspired me to shed my unhealthy and destructive behaviours and attitudes towards weight loss ... I've not only seen a change in my body, but I am now also in a better place mentally, and for the first time in years I can truly say I am totally content with my life""Thank you for giving me hope that I really can become the healthy, happy person I've been trying to find for what seems like forever now"*Inside, learn about: ** How the wrong attitude about fat can actually slow your weight loss* Enjoying exercise when you feel like it's going to kill you* Dealing with failure and getting back on track* Surviving all-you-can-eat buffets* Making it through cravings, plateaus, and wanting to just give up* How to handle people who try to hinder your success* Overcoming embarrassment when exercising * Eating disorders-why they can seem attractive and how you can avoid having one* Maintaining your new weight after you arrive at your goal (And, of course)* Adjusting to your new life as a skinny person *Find answers to these and tons more questions: ** Which is more important: diet or exercise?* How much is the right amount of food for me? * What do I order at a restaurant?* How do I avoid Starvation Mode?* How do I lose fat in that one irritating area?* How often should I weigh myself?* Do I have to give up sodas? Diet sodas? Alcohol?* How quickly can I lose the weight ... and is my goal reasonable? * Should I just accept my squishy body and love it? (and, most importantly)* Am I ready to meet the Real Me?This book has changed lives. *There's no reason your life can't be next.*
Innate Terrain addresses the varied perceptions of Canada’s natural terrain, framing the discussion in the context of landscapes designed by Canadian landscape architects. This edited collection draws on contemporary works to theorize a distinct approach practiced by Canadian landscape architects from across the country. The essays – authored by Canadian scholars and practitioners, some of whom are Indigenous or have worked closely with Indigenous communities – are united by the argument that Canadian landscape architecture is intrinsically linked to the innate qualities of the surrounding terrain. Beautifully illustrated, Innate Terrain aims to capture distinct regional qualities that are rooted in the broader context of the Canadian landscape.
Innate Terrain addresses the varied perceptions of Canada’s natural terrain, framing the discussion in the context of landscapes designed by Canadian landscape architects. This edited collection draws on contemporary works to theorize a distinct approach practiced by Canadian landscape architects from across the country. The essays – authored by Canadian scholars and practitioners, some of whom are Indigenous or have worked closely with Indigenous communities – are united by the argument that Canadian landscape architecture is intrinsically linked to the innate qualities of the surrounding terrain. Beautifully illustrated, Innate Terrain aims to capture distinct regional qualities that are rooted in the broader context of the Canadian landscape.
A warm-hearted and touching story about recovering after trauma, love and community. A new Woodlea rural romance by bestselling Australian author Alissa Callen. Healing doesn't just take time, it takes courage...The scars country vet Ella Quinlivan hides are not solely on the outside. Men are off limits. She fills her world with her friends, work and the colourful community of small town Woodlea. She also becomes custodian of a sandstone cottage of an elderly friend whose teenage daughter went missing two decades ago.With a broken marriage behind him, Saul Armstrong is determined to recapture his dreams by bringing American bison to the Australian bush. He intends to stick to his side of the high wire fence that divides his farm from his distracting new neighbour, Ella.When Saul calls out Ella for a bison emergency she isn't just thrown out of her comfort zone by dealing with an unfamiliar animal. Slow-smiling and guarded Saul stirs emotions she'd long ago discarded.As the summer heat parches the landscape and dust obscures the sun, hidden secrets come to light. Not only will Ella and Saul be tested, the connection forged between them will be threatened. Will love be enough to guarantee their freedom or will fear continue to dictate the direction of their lives?PRAISE: 'A consuming story of past hurts, new beginnings, a long buried mystery and community ties, Alissa's Callen new rural treat will draw in fans old and new.' - Mrs B's Book Reviews'A moving story with a touching romance weaving its way around and through the many issues facing a rural community.' - The Burgeoning Bookshelf
Forget Romance: Five Tales of Erotica from Alyssa Steel Isabel: The Reluctant Mistress A virginal peasant girl is reluctantly thrust into the spotlight as she auditions to join the king's court of mistresses. Do You Trust Me? Shelby and Chris are a not so happily married couple on the brink of divorce. One day, Chris asks her if she trusts him and Shelby has to decide how far she will go to please her husband and save her marriage. Taken By Surprise Jennifer often drifts into fantasies, and she and Alec enjoy sharing their secret desires with each other. One day, Jennifer comes home to discover that Alec has gone to great lengths to fulfill some of her darkest fantasies. Fighting her fears, anxieties, and indoctrinated social mores proves to be difficult for her as Alec leads her deeper and deeper into her fantasy world. The Concert After two years of a hot and heavy office flirtation, Mike and Lori are finally going out on a date. When Lori runs into a friend during dinner, she gets some advice that is sure to knock Mike off his feet. Although nervous about making herself vulnerable, she follows her friend's advice and ends up experiencing the most amazing night of her life. His Heat, My Desire After her fianc moved out without a warning, a young woman decides go to a party. She hopes he will be there so he can see that she's not heartbroken. She decides to take a short cut through an alley and comes face to face with her deepest desires. www.alyssasteel.com
Libby is a freelance journalist who loves books. She discovers a handwritten journal written by Adelaide, a young woman living in the area in the 1920s. The more she reads, the more real Adelaide seems to her, especially once the young woman begins to show up in Libby's dreams. With the help of Darren, owner of the Lighthouse Cafe, they do their best to unravel the clues in the diary and the dreams. When Darren's ex starts interfering, Libby sets off on her own to discover the answers she seeks. But the ex is determined to make life hell, and her betrayals threaten everyone's happiness. Can Libby uncover Adelaide's secrets in time? About Redwood Cove. Redwood Cove is a fictional small town on the far Northern California redwood coast. The area draws spirited creative types who are more comfortable in nature than in big cities. The stories of Redwood Cove are contemporary fiction that includes romance with a slightly paranormal twist
They dreamed of finding partners as perfect as each other. Will time, duty, and wicked foes ruin their chances at happiness? Denver, Colorado, Present. Rachel Weber is just about ready to give up on romance. Frustrated with her job and life, she's stunned when an unexpected encounter with an art student offers hope for a better future. But when she slips and hits her head, the modern-day woman suddenly finds herself in the warm embrace of a gorgeous Sixteenth-Century baron. Gloucestershire, England, 1564. Alexander Dohetry craves true love. Betrothed to a woman he doesn't like, he's caught off-guard when he rescues a beautiful lady falling out of a tree. And when his heart is quickly enraptured, he must decide between his sworn obligation and the wife he's always desired. Developing feelings for the handsome nobleman, Rachel is torn when her only chance home is in league with the gentle aristocrat's sinister fianc e. And as Alexander struggles to find a solution to his dilemma, he fears whichever destiny he chooses will end in despair. Will the star-crossed couple pave a way to secure their ageless bond? A New Ending is the captivating first book in The Pearl Heirloom historical romance collection. If you like vivid settings, swooning suitors, and relatable characters, then you'll adore Alyssa Dean Copeland's time-traveling tale. Buy A New Ending to entwine tenderness across the centuries today
"In a plot that twists, turns and surprises, Johnson has woven a compelling romance between two stubborn, endearing people. If you love smart heroines, intelligent heroes, witty dialogue and clever mystery plots, this gem of a historical romance might steal your heart."—BookpageDetective Inspector Owen Rednerwell once found himself entangled with Charlotte Walker, the daughter of an infamous criminal. Now his new case will draw him back to the woman he could never forget. Years ago, Owen Renderwell earned acclaim—and a title—for the dashing rescue of a kidnapped duchess. But only a select few knew that Scotland Yard’s most famous detective was working alongside London’s most infamous thief…and his criminally brilliant daughter, Charlotte Walker. Lottie was like no other woman in Victorian England. She challenged him. She dazzled him. She questioned everything he believed and everything he was, and he has never wanted anyone more. And then he lost her.Now a private detective on the trail of a murderer, Owen has stormed back into Lottie’s life. She knows that no matter what they may pretend, he will always be a man of the law and she a criminal. Yet whenever he’s near, Owen has a way of making things complicated…and long for a future that can never be theirs.
She's a liar. She's a con. She's a thief. And God help him, but he'll do anything to keep her safe.Beautiful and conniving, maddening and brilliant, Esther is everything private detective Samuel Brass shouldn't want. Esther knows she's put herself in terrible danger, but nothing will stop her from making amends—not her family's enemies, not old fears, and certainly not the domineering, interfering, and undeniably handsome former officer of the Scotland Yard. Yet whenever he's near, Samuel makes her long for a life that can never be hers…and wish she were worthy of being saved. Second in an exciting late Victorian romance series from a RITA Award nominee!Thief Takers Series: A Talent for Trickery, Book 1 A Gift for Guile, Book 2 Dangerous Deceit, Coming Soon "From the first page, Johnson seizes readers' attention… Losing none of her witty dialogue or clever plotting, she pulls readers this way and that as the story swiftly turns from suspense to romance and back again."—RT Book Reviews on A Talent for Trickery
"A compelling and beautifully told story." --Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in PiecesFrom New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Sheinmel comes a dark psychological contemporary about a teenage girl who is institutionalized after an accident at her summer program, perfect for fans of We Were Liars and I'll Give You the Sun.Hannah knows there's been a mistake. She doesn't need to be institutionalized. What happened to her roommate at that summer program was an accident. As soon as the doctors and judge figure out that she isn't a danger to herself or others, she can go home to start her senior year. Those college applications aren't going to write themselves. Until then, she's determined to win over the staff and earn some privileges so she doesn't lose her mind to boredom.Then Lucy arrives. Lucy has her own baggage, and she's the perfect project to keep Hannah's focus off all she is missing at home. But Lucy may be the one person who can get Hannah to confront the secrets she's avoiding--and the dangerous games that landed her in confinement in the first place.Packed with intrigue and suspense, A Danger to Herself and Others is a good choice for readers who loved Suicide Notes for Beautiful Girls by Lynn Weingarten and Two Can Keep a Secret by Karen McManusA great pick for anyone who wants: emotional novelsbooks about mental illnesssuspenseful readsAlso by Alyssa Sheinmel: What Kind of GirlThe Castle School (for Troubled Girls)Praise for A Danger to Herself and Others: "A thrilling page-turner."--School Library Journal, *STARRED REVIEW*"A tense and terrific read."--Natalie D. Richards, author of One Was Lost and Six Months Later"A great story full of mystery, heartbreak, and hope."-- Jennifer Shaw Wolf, author of Dead Girls Don't Lie and Breaking Beautiful"Intense, compelling, and wholly original."--Kerry Kletter, author of The First Time She Drowned"This compelling character study begins like a thriller--the mystery of what happened to her friend Agnes draws considerable suspense... it becomes a nuanced exploration of mental illness."--Booklist"A respectful, authentic rendering of mental illness and treatment."--Kirkus
"Both timely and timeless, a powerful exploration of abuse in its many forms, as well as the strength it takes to rise up and speak your truth."--AMBER SMITH, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to BeFrom New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Sheinmel comes an unflinching exploration of the labels society puts on girls and women--and the strength it takes to rise above it all to claim your worth and declare your truth.The girls at North Bay Academy are taking sides.It all started when Mike Parker's girlfriend showed up with a bruise on her face. Or, more specifically, when she walked into the principal's office and said Mike hit her. But her classmates have questions. Why did she go to the principal and not the police? Why did she stay with Mike if he was hurting her? Obviously, if it's true, Mike should face the consequences. But is it true?Some girls want to rally for Mike's expulsion--and some want to rally around Mike. As rumors about what really happened spread, the students at North Bay Academy will question what it means to be guilty or innocent, right or wrong.This book is a great choice to start conversations about: dating violencecontemporary social problemsyoung adult mental healthPraise for What Kind of Girl: "A poignant, thought-provoking novel that will resonate deeply."--Kirkus"A rallying cry."--Booklist"I immediately saw myself in this book, which so thoroughly explains the thought process when coming to terms with victimhood and survivorship. I felt understood."--Chessy Prout, author of I Have the Right To"Important, raw, timely, and ultimately hopeful...demands readers discuss the trauma of teen dating violence and how girls are so often taught--even expected--to internalize their victimization."--Shannon M. Parker, author of The Girl Who Fell and The Rattled BonesAlso by Alyssa Sheinmel: A Danger to Herself and OthersThe Castle School (for Troubled Girls)
