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Brimming with romance, adventure and vivid historical detail, Christina Courtenay does for the Vikings what Diana Gabaldon's Outlander and Clanlands does for Scottish history. Pre-order the epic conclusion to The Runes series now!Inscribed Viking axe head. Good condition. Probably late 9th century. This was it, his passport to the past. Storm Berger has never forgiven himself for his younger sister Madison's disappearance. Suspecting she's travelled back to the ninth century in the footsteps of other family members, Storm can only make sure she's safe by going after her. Raised unconventionally as her father's only child, Freydis has never been content to simply accept her fate. So, when she's promised in marriage to a tyrant, she's determined to find a way out of the arrangement. Help comes in the form of a mysterious and attractive stranger stranded on her island's shores: Storm. The only way Freydis can truly be free is for Storm to marry her himself. But that would mean entwining lives that, until now, have been separated by centuries. . . Just some of the rich praise for Christina Courtenay's novels: 'An absorbing story, fast-paced and vividly imagined' PAMELA HARTSHORNE 'Prepare to be swept along in this treasure of an adventure!' KATE RYDER 'Whenever I need a break from the Twenty-First Century, I read one of Christina Courtenay's novels. She transports me effortlessly to a different time, where I feel I'm experiencing life in Viking settlements' SUE MOORCROFT 'I've been looking forward to this book . . . and it far exceeded my hopes and expectations. Romantic, fascinating and gripping, it's one of my favourites of the series' NICOLA CORNICK

People are disappearing. I spoke to my neighbour yesterday, we laughed at some nonsense, and today he is gone. We only discovered he was missing because the dog wouldn't stop howling and we all knew he would never leave his beloved pet. So I am careful, extremely careful. Two families divided by war. An entire city on the edge of disaster. 'I was blown away not just by the gripping story, which had my heart thumping at times, but the sheer eloquence of writing. It is a story of the strength of the human spirit, and of love which will not be defeated. I know I will be recommending it to everyone' LESLEY PEARSE 1948, Berlin. World War II has ended and there is supposed to be peace; but Russian troops have closed all access to the city. Roads, railway lines and waterways are blocked and two million people are trapped, relying on airlifts of food, water and medicine to survive. The sharp eyes of the Russian state police watch everything; no one can be trusted. Anna and Ingrid are both searching for answers - and revenge - in the messy aftermath of war. They understand that survival comes only by knowing what to trade: food; medicine; heirlooms; secrets. Both are living in the shadows of a city where the line between right and wrong has become dangerously blurred. But they cannot give up in the search for a lost child ... 'An impressively researched, powerfully emotional tale of two women surviving post-war Berlin ... Child of the Ruins will have you gripped in suspense from the first line to the last' LOUISE CANDLISH 'In Kate's inimitable style we are immediately drawn into this impeccably researched and terrifying period of history. Stunning from the very first line, this is a masterclass in historical fiction writing. An absolute triumph!' DINAH JEFFERIES 'An absolutely stunning book from the Queen of Historical Fiction. Emotional, powerful, meticulously researched, sharp writing, just wonderful' LOUISE SWANSON 'There is only one word to describe Child of the Ruins and that is awesome. It is compelling and evocative, thrilling and yet hugely touching. Kate Furnivall has really steeped herself in the period and faced the horrors of those times. I congratulate her' DILLY COURT 'An extraordinarily tense and gripping story set in a city brought to its knees in the aftermath of war, where life is cheap and crusts of bread are currency. The plotting is ingenious and the writing beautifully atmospheric' GILL PAUL 'Unforgettable characters negotiate desperate times in this vivid, brave and suspenseful novel set in the chaos of war torn Berlin. The final twist made me gasp!' RACHEL HORE 'Gripping from the very first page, Child of the Ruins is a powerful and emotionally intense reminder that heartache and hardship linger long after a war ends. Highly recommend!' TERESA DRISCOLL I have just finished reading Child of the Ruins and now I am bereft. Such an emotionally powerful and compelling story, told with skill and impeccable research. I was immersed from beginning to end' ROSANNA LEY 'Each page and each word made me feel as though I was in Berlin at the end of the Second World War, alongside a mother searching for her son. Kate Furnivall has a gift for description, heartbreak and joy. I defy anyone not to read beyond the first killer sentence' JANE CORRY 'Atmospheric and compelling' CAROL McGRATH 'A harrowing and compelling portrait of Berlin in the aftermath of World War Two, told through the interconnecting stories of two courageous women struggling to survive in the rubble of their war-torn city' FIONA VALPY 'A beautifully written and atmospheric portrayal of life in Berlin in the aftermath of WW2, with exquisitely-drawn characters and a storyline that is both powerful and heart-breaking. Kate has become one of my favourite writers and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next' B.A. PARIS 'Brilliantly written and incredibly moving. I was gripped from the first page' MILLY JOHNSON

Después de terminar sus estudios, Amanda parte al extranjero con una gran oportunidad de trabajo. Fue sin contar su encuentro con el atractivo Matthieu. Mientras que ella se había prometido no enamorarse, la vida decide lo contrario...

Ezra Hamilton hasn't felt the warm spurt of blood flow through his fingers or the indescribable feeling of pushing a knife deep into someone's flesh in a long time. Too long.He's been watching a man stalk women, curious as to what he's doing with them. Ezra's never encountered someone with similar dark tendencies before, and what starts off as genuine curiosity turns into much more when Kaspian turns the tables on him.As their chemistry builds, so does the mistrust. They both know they can't trust a killer, but their inner demons call to each other anyway.When Kaspian's impulsivity threatens to ruin Ezra's freedom, he knows he has to stop him. Kas appears to be fixated on Willow-a woman Ezra works with. In an effort to not have to worry about her disappearance bringing heat on him, he tracks Kaspian as Kaspian follows Willow into a cabin in the mountains.There, in the middle of a blizzard, secrets will be revealed and revelations made, but the chances of everybody making it out alive are slim.

There's something brewing along with the autumn weather. Something Yvonne has never dealt with before... Yvonne's life consists of three things: well-bodied coffee, atelier fashion, and fighting cyber-crime. Her childhood soured her on relationships, and now she protects her heart by living for her work. When Yvonne's elite unit nabs the case of a lifetime, she finds romance knocking at her door. Against her will and better judgement, Yvonne develops feelings for the adopted son of her prime suspect. At the same time her coworker, Luther, reveals a dangerously possessive attraction toward her. Yvonne must crack the case and bring these cyber criminals to justice, without letting her love life run her off course. Will she stand up to Luther and show her independence? Can her lover escape his criminal father's rule? Yvonne is thrust deeply into a predicament of love and crime as she fights to unravel one of the most elusive cases she's been on yet.

A marriage of convenience between a dirty-talking prince and the socially awkward scientist who brings him to his knees...A marriage proposal from a deliciously handsome and wickedly charming prince sounds like a fairytale.But for a nerdy scientist with severe social anxiety, it's a horror story.Prince Torin O'Grady, with his mischievous blue eyes and cocky grin, is always in the spotlight. And he needs to marry me to inherit the crown.But we have nothing in common. He's a future king. And I'm perfectly happy slogging through mud in my work boots.So why can't I stop thinking about him?Maybe because he won't stop texting me. And sending me gifts. And making me feel like everything I find awkward and weird about myself is special and amazing.And there's also that little detail of him offering me my dream job and telling me that together we can change the world.Well, I could probably work for him.And if I have to marry him temporarily to get what we both want, then fine. It's for the greater good.It has nothing to do with the way he kisses me. Or that dirty mouth. Or the royal treatment he gives me in the bedroom.Fine. Maybe it does. Still, it's only a year. Then I can turn in my tiara and come back to my normal, boring, behind-the-scenes life.But Torin is determined to turn me from reluctantly royal to royally his.

It's been two long months since Hannah left Baton Timide to concentrate on running her new business. Unfortunately, her dreams are haunted by memories of Drew's touch, his kiss, his insatiable hunger, and her choice to walk away from him. Struggling with what her life requires her to do instead of what she wants to do has her questioning all her decisions. Drew is more determined than ever to uncover all of Hannah's secrets. She doesn't know it yet, but he's been watching and waiting for just the right moment to confront her. When Drew surprises Hannah one early morning at the flower shop demanding answers, they both discover that while the truth may set you free, sometimes, even love isn't enough. To find out if Drew and Hannah's connection was a short-lived flame fueled by lust or if the passion they share is the beginning of something more, read the Final Bid, the second installment of The Auction Series.

Desperate to gain funds needed to start a new life, Hannah takes a job as a submissive at an elite, members only club, agreeing to be auctioned off to the highest bidding Dominant for one weekend. Drew, a rich, handsome VIP at the club, has had two weeks from hell and is looking forward to unleashing some much-needed stress. From the moment Hannah walks onto the stage, he knows he must possess her. Possess her he does, but when he does, confusion about the feelings he's quickly developing for her, overwhelm him. Hannah walks away at the end of the weekend without looking back. Drew attempts to do the same, but can't erase her from his mind, his skin, and he fears, his soul. When a chance sighting of Hannah occurs outside the club, Drew discovers a secret that forces him to question everything he thought he knew about himself and his heart.

FitzA Queer Pride & Prejudice Retelling "That would be a cruel twist of fate. The man I loved being the object of affection for the woman I was slowly falling for."Long before Lizzie, Darcy had another love: Wickham. A secret love affair that, if made public, meant a death sentence for them both. But things ended badly. Trust was broken and pride injured.A heartbroken Darcy goes to the country and finds new chance of love: Miss Elizabeth Bennet. The usual plot occurs. They marry and live happily everafter. But could there be more?In this queer Pride and Prejudice retelling find the many passions and masks of Mr Darcy.

An unexpected tragedy causes Laila to weave a web of heartbreak, betrayal, and deception, with three women, all of whom fall have fallen deeply in love with her. Laila's dilemma explores how, in the blink of an eye, jealousy and doubt can cause everything to spin completely out of control. Laila finds herself caught up in her thoughts, and making the tough decision to disconnect from Tori, the wife she thought she'd love forever, when Tori appears to be cheating. What happens next is more than she bargained for. She finds lust with a stripper and romance with a personal assistant. Will love be enough to keep Laila with any of her women, or will deception, heartbreak, and betrayal take their toll?

Born illegitimate. Trained an assassin. Crowned a queen.As an illegitimate princess, I'm bound by duty and betrothed to the crown prince of the House of Tannard, rulers of the nearby realms. However, beneath the royal façade, I serve as a loyal disciple of the formidable Sistern of Silence, the masters of soul voice. The sacred legacy of the death arts, a rare gift, courses through my veins, a heritage from my father's line.Upon reaching the distant shores of Tarragona to meet my betrothed, I discover I've been manipulated by the Mother of the Sistern. I was chosen to be the future queen for a reason I can't yet fathom-a reason that could bring catastrophic consequences upon the realms.As the northern realm's thirst for power intensifies and its enigmatic Razohan leader aims to reclaim the southern throne and the prized Etherweave, my disdain for my fiancé seems inconsequential, overshadowed by the imminent specter of war.To protect the House of Tannard and maintain the delicate equilibrium of power, I must delve deeper into the clandestine pillars of the Sistern and awaken the lethal power of the death arts, lying dormant within me. In a world where treachery and concealed truths dominate, I must remember that in war, love and mercy are luxuries none can afford. I've pledged my allegiance to the House of Tannard, rendering the seductive Razohan leader-my persistent shadow-my adversary.

Grieving the loss of her husband, the rail journey across the Nullarbor was to be a time of healing for Jeannie and her daughter Jaz. But it was not to be. Chris Bales, an old flame from her troubled, violent past which Jeannie thought she had buried forever, is on the train.It is soon obvious that they both have secrets. Secrets which could tear their world apart.And who is the mysterious Professor that Chris seems to be shadowing? Why is the Professor so interested in Jaz? And what dark plans are Chris and the Professor mixed up in - plans that seem to threaten the security of the whole nation?

Michael and Will, two young people, look for a martial arts master who is skilled in a covert manoeuvre known as kyo! All of their lives are in jeopardy as they search for and make friends who can assist them learn how to use Kyo's talents!

Maserati vowed never to endure the betrayal her mother had experienced at the hands of her father. When she met Tshepo, he was everything she thought she wanted, and a happily ever after was an inevitable right. Everything was falling perfectly into place. Or was it? Blinded by the love she felt for Tshepo and consumed by images of her future life, she missed the signs of betrayal he had hidden so well. Until that fateful day of the party. Her world as she had imagined came to a crashing halt. How can a perfect soulmate be the source of such deep pain? Finally emerging from the heartbreak, Maserati is ready to experience love again. She meets Ben. But soon, learns that true love does not come in neat little packages. Ben's life is complicated, and she yearns for simplicity. Yet his brown eyes feel like the safe heaven she'd been looking for her whole life.

...And, apparently, neither does he.At 31, Jack Bradford's life is looking just the way he wants it to. He literally lives in paradise (Surfers Paradise, but who's counting?), loves his job as a firefighter, has a great group of friends and all the freedom his heart desires and nothing is about to change that. At least, that's what he thinks.However, when a past lover comes knocking with an epic surprise of the 'small human' variety in tow, Jack's perfectly curated life is upended. Hiring a nanny -a manny, in fact- to help him navigate unexpected parenthood couldn't possibly complicate his situation any further, right?(Spoiler alert: wrong!)Meanwhile, Leo Martin knows that he's not what most people imagine when they hear the words 'nanny' or 'au pair'. At 21 years old, most guys his age generally run screaming from the thought of looking after small children, but not him. Nope.Leo loves his job. It's just the rest of his life that could use a spruce up, seeing as his recent breakup has left him homeless and his heart bruised. Naturally, being offered a job with room and board taken care of sounds like a dream...until he comes face to face with hot single dad, Jack, and discovers that he may have bitten off more than he can chew.With Jack discovering parts of himself he never knew existed, and Leo attempting to maintain professional boundaries, how will they navigate their way to their Happily Ever After?

An arrogant billionaire orc shifter is the leader of a race stranded on earth. He's desperate to find a woman to breed with to ensure the future of his people. But when he finds a woman who smells so good he can barely resist her, he discovers she has secrets dangerous to them both.This spicy monster romance explores an uncontrollable, animal attraction. The first in the Seasonal Spice series, this short and delicious romantica can be read as a standalone that's easy to devour and sure to satisfy.Written by L.A. Monteiro, Winner of Romance Writers Australia's Spicy Bites competition 2023.

Amika has left Holania in ruins. Grief-stricken and betrayed, she is on a fiery path to set things right-even if it means submitting to prophecy's chain. Emboldened by her growing powers, Amika heads towards the wastelands of Qhoraak to rescue her brother and drag another Chosen into destiny's sick game.With demonspawn mobilising in unprecedented numbers, she and Rei-Hai Shaw must confront the dangers awaiting them beyond the western border... and those lurking within their shadows.Kriah, adrift at sea, struggles with the aftermath of breaking the first seal. Now, Azet'haal and his Meah-Hyren army know of the plan to revive the Goddess and it's only a matter of time before they make their move on the mainland.But as a new threat spreads across the east, Kriah must uncover the origins of the deadly blood plague and convince the vulnerable people of Whyt'hallen that it is not the old Sickness they fear.Or did breaking the first seal release more than just a lock on the Goddess's soul?

Who is the real Sabine? Is she the young lawyer destined to follow in her father's footsteps or is she something more?And what about Max, the young barrister who has befriended her? Intelligent, good looking - really good looking - and keen to spend time with her. Is he too good to be true? What really motivates him? The sudden death of the Judge Sabine's father brings change. Sabine starts to question her career path. Is this really what she wants to do? Her mother Anna, who had given up her career as a ballerina for marriage to the Judge now wonders if it is too late to follow her dreams. Never one to refuse a challenge Sabine takes charge - to sort out her mother, her colleague and finally herself.

A woman discovers that not all monsters are her enemy--the opposite, in fact--in this new paranormal romance by Lana Ferguson, author of The Fake Mate. Keyanna "Key" MacKay is used to secrets. Raised by a single father who never divulged his past, it's only after his death that she finds herself thrust into the world he'd always refused to speak of. With just a childhood bedtime story about a monster that saved her father's life and the name of her estranged grandmother to go off of, Key has no idea what she'll find in Scotland. But repeating her father's mistakes and being rescued by a gorgeous, angry Scotsman--who thinks she's an idiot--is definitely the last thing she expects. Lachlan Greer has his own secrets to keep, especially from the bonnie lass he pulls to safety from the slippery shore--a lass with captivating eyes and the last name he's been taught not to trust. He's looking for answers as well, and Key's presence on the grounds they both now occupy presents a real problem. It's even more troublesome when he gets a front row seat to the lukewarm welcome Key receives from her family; the strange powers she begins to develop; and the fierce determination she brings to every obstacle in her path. Things he shouldn't care about, and someone he definitely doesn't find wildly attractive. When their secrets collide, it becomes clear that Lachlan could hold the answers Keyanna is after--and that she might also be the key to uncovering his. Up against time, mystery, and a centuries old curse, they'll quickly discover that magic might not only be in fairy tales, and that love can be a real loch-mess.

A centuries-long curse is no match for rom-com shenanigans when a medieval knight is brought to life in modern-day Chicago. Forgotten by time and abandoned by hope, Sir Griffin de Beauford's existence stretches out before him. Cursed by a ruthless enchanter to see, hear, and think, but never to move or speak, Griffin suffers the long, lonely centuries trapped in stone...until an unexpected kiss from a fair maiden breathes new life into his soul--and his body. Emily Porter, a recently divorced conservator at the Art Institute of Chicago, is charged with the restoration of a statue of a medieval English knight. Breaking curses was not part of the job description. And yet, here he is, the man of her dreams come to life, resplendent in shining armor as he joyously barrels into priceless antiquities...and goes on to dismantle her defenses, wreak havoc on her senses, and tempt her to believe once more in happy-ever-afters. But the modern age tries Griffin's patience and pride, and Emily is a prime suspect in the investigation of the missing sculpture. In a complicated world, can they find their way to a fairy-tale ending?

In this splendidly bittersweet romantic comedy, enemies forced together by a mutual loss are led on a cross-country journey toward a second chance. Maddie Sanderson would be proud to honor her older brother's dying wish, that she scatters his ashes over eight destinations that the adventurous 29-year-old never got to visit before he died from cancer. But in his will, Josh assigned her an impossible partner to help complete the mission--Dominic Perry. Seriously, if Maddie weren't already at his funeral, she would have killed him for this. Sure, Dom was Josh's life-long best friend. He's also the infuriating man who broke Maddie's heart back when she was naïve enough to give it to him. But since Dom insists on following the rules and Josh didn't leave much room for Maddie to argue the matter, they embark together on a farewell trip that spans thousands of miles, exploring new places and revisiting their complicated history along the way. After a snowstorm leads to a shared bed, Maddie starts to wonder if her brother might be matchmaking from the grave. But when grief also reopens old wounds between them, Maddie will need more than Josh's ghostly guidance to trust Dom again.

Sparks fly when an interior designer and a game designer cross paths, but they must learn if they can design a happily ever after in this heartfelt romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Natalie Parker is in her mid-thirties, divorced, and firmly focused on her newly resurrected career and her two children. When her sister asks her to help design the backyard in the new home she shares with her boyfriend, Linc, Natalie's more than happy to take on the project. What she isn't prepared for is Linc's younger brother, video game designer Eugene Kennedy. He's smart, incredibly good-looking, and constantly flirts with Natalie. He's also too young for her, which makes him totally off-limits. Eugene is intrigued by Natalie's beauty, smarts, and especially her sarcastic wit. When he teases her, she throws it right back at him. Besides that, they have an instant chemistry, but she keeps trying to get rid of him despite the sparks that fly between them. And Eugene never backs down from a challenge. Natalie is running out of reasons to think being with Eugene is a bad thing. Her kids adore him, her sister loves him, and even her always negative mother does, too. The only person holding her back is...her. Maybe it's time she take that leap and design herself a love for the ages. After all, if she can create the perfect home, she sure as hell can design a happily ever after.

Seven women and three men leave the city to avoid the pandemic. They isolate together in the country, where they pass the time working, flirting, eating, drinking, making music, and, above all, telling stories.For some, the lockdown was a time of bitterness and conspiracy theories, and it was hard for almost everyone. But it was also a time when most people did what they could to look out for each other. The Lockdown Tales: Emergence follows the second, more stressful year of lockdown, but again tells stories that are moving, bawdy, funny or satirical, and always compassionate.Praise for The Lockdown Tales"A witty, crisp, and lively imagination let loose: the defiant challenge to a lockdown . . . The best book of stories I've read since Lucia Berlin's A Manual for Cleaning Women, and before that probably David Malouf 's The Complete Stories."- Adrian Colman, Professor Emeritus of English, University of Tasmania"Alan Whelan brings us a clever, sensual and sometimes poignant collection of stories that would make Boccaccio proud."- Tangea Tansley, author of A Question of Belonging"An old frame for a sharp new snapshot of contemporary Australia."- Leigh Swinbourne, author of Shadow in the Forest

Since school, Sana has been the popular girl with excellent grades, beloved by both teachers and parents, living an enviable life. Sana and Ashish have been dating since the eleventh grade, sharing the kind of teenage romance that makes it to the bestsellers list, sells out theatres and causes their loveless friends to gag. Nothing, not even long-distance, can tear the two apart.Except, maybe, a handsome, overachieving, book-reading senior from Sana's college?Pranav is the typical 'cool guy' sought after by the entire college. He also happens to be Sana's new friend, Aanchal's, brother. But he's nothing more than a friend! Sana already has the best boyfriend in the world!Set in New Delhi, Fool Me Twice is an unconventional story that will stump readers expecting a good, old romance trope. We meet and fall in love with a young couple planning their futures together when life rudely hijacks the steering wheel.

A heartwarming and humorous romance in which an unlikely couple fall in love over Wordle.Twenty-seven-year-old Emily doesn't have a lot going well in her life right now. She dreams of a creative career but works as a receptionist in an auto shop. She longs for big city life but lives in a small town on Prince Edward Island. She craves a close group of friends but is stuck with irritating, car-obsessed coworkers.What Emily does have is a 300+ day streak on the New York Times Wordle. But one day, with only one guess left and no clue what the answer is, she's forced to turn to one of her irritating, car-obsessed coworkers, John, for help--and in doing so, realizes that he might not be so irritating after all.As they make their way, word by word, toward a 365-day streak, Emily is drawn into a surprising romance that will take her outside of her comfort zone--and challenge everything she thought she knew about happiness, success, and love.

Set in the 90s India, Hindsight traces the life of Sandhya, Surya, and Aditya at college until a horrific incident tears them asunder. Fourteen years later, set in current day USA, as India debates assault and the antiquated mindsets, Aditya and Sandhya meet serendipitously and take uncertain steps towards redemption and closure.As Sandhya pursues answers to questions that have haunted her, Aditya exorcises the ghost of Sandhya that has him bound to her all these years.

ReeseIt was just supposed to be a welcome home party.A few drinks to celebrate my temporary return.Then, he showed up...Cory Whitfield.I don't have time for any of his complications, when I have so many of my own.If only my body could remember that.When he offers to take me home after one too many blue-colored mixed drinks, I try to resist him...I really do.Somehow, we end up sharing a kiss that makes me break all my rules.My past is dark and my future is even more murky. Someone, who I thought would make my dreams come true, proved to me that relationships are only worth what they can give you.Getting involved with Cory is dangerous for both of us. But, he showed me that what I thought about relationships was all wrong.Can I protect him from what haunts me, and keep the love he's shown when my past won't stay behind me? CoryAll I wanted was a fresh start. I'm tired of trying to be everywhere at once. My sons deserve more and I'm going to give that to them. Aunt Jan wants me to stay with her in Alpenglow Ridge for the summer, and try to pursue my dream of starting my own landscaping company. My first contract is with a cattle ranch. It's going to be my ticket to gaining the trust of other potential clients in this town. Everything was going well until I met the angel that saw me more clearly than any person has in years...Reese Mason. She is out of my league. Stunning and sexy beyond measure.She is the type of woman who makes men lose their minds. Her reputation is hard to escape, but I can't believe those rumors. This woman is unlike anyone I've ever known. Just one kiss and I'm sure. I'll do anything to keep her. Will my love for Reese be enough to save her from her past?

In the beginning of this narrative, a post-apocalyptic world unravels, a millennium after the perdition event. It's a world of humans and androids, of angels and demons on the edge of human existence and at the end of an age. Worlds intersect after Trhon, the celestial planet of angels, joins our solar system per a galactic rhythm of overlapping dimensions. At its core, a young woman named Lily grapples with her own identity as she comes of age. Her destiny unfurls like a banner in a storm to lead the charge against the evil forces of the universe. Opposing her, the malevolent Maldorv, Lord of the Malkyries, hungers to conquer the universe and take her as his bride. It's a futuristic tale of insurmountable odds that voyages into the realm of speculation while supplying a glimpse into the future of humans and the ultimate impact of AI on the evolution of androids. It's all woven together by a love story as timeless as the stars. As it explores the boundary between the everyday with the unbelievable, it becomes a lasting and enchanting tale of legend. The story refuses to confine itself to the boundaries of only one genre, but rather to dare readers to explore the infinite mysteries of the universe and imagine a glimpse of the divine. In the end, this is a book of speculative fiction, a story of the imagination, a fairy tale. But like all myths, there is a message, a lesson to be learned; love endures all things.

A sizzling laugh-out-loud hockey romance full of spice, smooches, and swoons!Rhode Tremblay is Nashville's Naughtiest Hockey Player-at least, that's what everyone believes after the Tenerife Incident.With a thigh tattoo that's catnip for women and a wicked smirk that needs a warning label, everyone flocks to the NHL's resident bad boy. Sure, Rhode accidentally set a yacht on fire while bringing a woman to the brink of ecstasy, but that happened over a decade ago. Now, at thirty-three, Rhode's searching for something real. He's ready to get down on one knee for the right person, but he has one rule-no dating anyone under thirty.Philomena "Nina" Alstyne has sworn off men who look like fallen angels on skates.The feisty art student is done molding herself to fit someone else's life after her relationship fiasco. At twenty-two, Nina's last semester of college is about her pottery dreams. Except, when one fateful accident forces Nina into a faux situationship with Nashville's (Supposed) Naughtiest, all her curated plans crumble like a fragile sculpture.Rhode falls first, and he falls hard.There's only one problem... Rhode thinks he's fake dating a thirty-year-old doctor. As secrets get revealed, his biggest temptation quickly becomes off-limits, but Nina soon realizes the cross-stitching cat daddy is what the chaos in her soul craves-and Nina's fiery passion might burn hot enough to melt Rhode's icy boundaries.

Afghanistan now ruled by the Taliban was once a land of emerald valleys and exotic gardens. It had the scent of freedom where women went horse riding, studied literature, played music, and had freedom to work and entertain. King Babur of Afghanistan, who became the first Moghul Emperor of India, was a great patron of poets, scholars and theologians. The story of Balzeeb with its mystery and romance unfolds in this land of mystical charms, once a center of rich culture brimming with Afghani talents. Based on a folklore that one hundred years old serpent is transformed into a beautiful lady, is Balzeeb, exploring her own journey into past lives. All characters in this book are living, breathing emblems of wisdom caught in the tragic times of partition of Hindustan into two nations, India and Pakistan. The history of Afghanistan in the epilogue provides gradual decline of Afghani culture by brutal, foreign invasions, in transforming jihadis into Taliban extremists.