Romantikk og erotikk

Holiday Hearts is a special edition featuring two steamy, small town novellas, complete with a special bonus scene for each story. Home for the HolidaysWhen Ryan Crandall loses her boyfriend and her job within weeks of each other, she decides to take a break and go home to help her parents with the family store for the holiday rush. What she doesn't expect is to run into Asher Cohen, her high school boyfriend's little brother who had become like her own little brother. But he surely doesn't look or feel like a brother now. Hearts on FireWhen firefighter Brett Travers is called out on Valentine's Day, he's shocked to find a fiery redhead fighting the blaze. From their first meeting at her Tarts Burning Hearts party, he's smitten with the voluptuous firecracker. When he shows up offering to fix the damage to her house, she reluctantly agrees, but soon the two are sharing more than tools, despite her attempt to keep the younger man at arm's length.

Selah Walker shows up at her estranged father's Montana ranch in the middle of the night with her children, having fled her cheating husband who wanted a divorce. She's shocked to find rancher Declan Dawes there instead, and over the weeks she comes to terms with the changes in her life while caring for the ranch with the reserved Dawes. Slowly they find themselves sharing more than the chores, and Selah has to decide if this is a permanent change or just a temporary stop.

She's not your average city girl looking for a new beginning... Ava Montgomery is desperate for a safe place to call home. On the run from her controlling marriage and fearing for her son's safety, she hopes the small town of Bellethorpe she left years ago is the one location her husband won't think to look. Local builder, Noah Hawthorn, has no time for city chicks disrupting his town's idyllic country lifestyle. Especially one who purchased the dream house he planned to buy before his wife left him. But Noah can't say no to renovating Ava's home, because the money will help him to fight for custody of his daughter. Except when they uncover an incredible historical find on the grounds, the secrets they've both been keeping threaten to be exposed. If Ava and Noah can't learn to trust their hidden feelings for each other, it's not only their pasts that are in danger of catching up with them. Their chances of building a new future together could be destroyed too... Readers will delight in returning to small-town Bellethorpe where they'll meet new characters and run into old friends.

In the midst of my own personal turmoil, I, Ellie Adams, a successful writer, sought refuge from the chaos by escaping to Chicago. Little did I know that this impromptu trip would become a turning point in my life.Upon settling into the cozy embrace of my new studio apartment, I found solace in the serenity it offered. The balcony, in particular, became my sanctuary, where I spent evenings immersed in the soothing symphony of the city. However, this tranquility was unexpectedly interrupted by a voice that wafted through the walls-the voice of my next-door neighbor, Jackson Carter. His tone was velvety, and it captivated my senses from the very first encounter.Despite my initial reservations about forging new connections, there was an inexplicable draw to Jackson that I couldn't ignore. There was something about him, an aura of allure that seemed to pull me in. As fate would have it, our paths intertwined, and our connection deepened with each passing day.Yet, as we delved further into each other's lives, I discovered an aspect of Jackson that both intrigued and perplexed me. A whirlwind of emotions engulfed me as I found myself torn between my love for Jackson and the desire to stay true to myself. I questioned whether I could handle the power dynamic that his dominant nature entailed, uncertain of where this newfound love would lead us.Amidst this internal struggle, I realized that embracing the unknown was an essential part of growth. I couldn't escape the fact that I was drawn to Jackson in a way that defied logic. He challenged me to explore uncharted territories of my own heart, and in doing so, I uncovered strength I never knew I possessed.As our love story continued to unfold, I eagerly embraced the uncertainties of the future, confident in the strength of our bond and the transformative power of love.

To many that pass by Lime Hall, it will be just another other old home along a wandering road outside of Marple, England.However, to Temperance, the Colemans, and the Mountbattens it is so much more than that. Lime Hall is a place of both refugeand terror; one of longing for a past that is present in the future; a place where others clamour for a future past in the present. Join Temperance Lee in the prequel-sequel to Time and Temperance, in the second instalment of this Supernatural Romance. Travel across three centuries from the quaint country town of Marple to the notorious Victorian slum of Angel Meadow; and from the rolling hills of Shropshire to the bustling seaside of Blackpool. Chronicling the Coleman Family of the Nineteenth Century, the Mountbatten Family of the twentieth century, and the Lee Family of the Twenty-first century: This is Mrs. Coleman of Coalbrookdale.

Der junge Verführer: Marquis de Sade ist eine neue Serie, die auf dem Leben und Werk des Marquis de Sade basiert.Alphonse ist ein junger Aristokrat, der in seiner Jugend die Früchte der Liebe noch nicht gekannt hat, da er seinen Vater so beschützerisch behandelte und ihn nicht erlaubte, die Burgmauern, in denen sie leben, zu verlassen.Mit der Ankunft eines Onkels, der in Begleitung seiner Kinder das Schloss besucht, um ihren Vater zu sehen, wird sich alles ändern.Die Cousins, Experten in den Künsten der Liebe, beginnen, ihm alles beizubringen, was verloren gegangen ist ... Diese Reihe basiert auf der Zusammenstellung und dem Studium anonymer erotischer Schriften aus dem 19. Jahrhundert und ist an die Vision angepasst, die der Autor vom Leben und Werk des Marquis de Sade hat. Hinweis zum Autorin: Erika Sanders ist eine international bekannte Schriftstellerin, die in mehr als zwanzig Sprachen übersetzt wurde und ihre erotischsten Schriften abseits ihrer üblichen Prosa mit ihrem Mädchennamen signiert.

When I agreed to start tutoring this jock, the last thing I expected was to fall for him, get rejected by him, and then have him show up on my doorstep. RobbieMaybe I was prejudiced but I preferred to keep my distance from all jocks. High school had taught me they were all trouble and college was no different. The only reason I even agreed to tutor him in the first place is because my favorite teacher asked. What I didn't expect was to fall for him. JamesI needed a certain GPA to keep my football scholarship, so I needed a tutor. He was hostile at first but despite our differences, we became friends. Then he kissed me. I rejected him because I'm not gay. Yet, for some reason, I can't stop thinking of him and after a few days, I end up at his doorstep.

Lillian Darcy has things all figured out. She is part of a small werewolf Pack that keeps to themselves, she's got a cool job at a bookstore, and everything is going well for her. Until, one full moon night, a couple of rogue wolves attack her. Left for dead in the middle of the street, she can't help but be grateful for the savior who approaches, even if he is a vampire. Caleb Bennett isn't exactly planning on making his life more complicated, but the universe seems to have other plans. He comes upon a naked woman, covered in blood in the middle of town. The woman from the bookstore. Without much thought, he carries her back to his home, knowing his family will give him hell for dragging a werewolf into their lives, but he can't bring himself to leave her. Vampire Coven and werewolf Pack clash as Caleb and Lilly navigate the strange circumstances they find themselves in. Drawn to each other, and willing to face the wrath of their families, the two embark on a journey of romance, family drama, and a Rabid Pack of wolves with their eyes on the prize. Lillian Darcy.

Der junge Verführer: Marquis de Sade ist eine neue Serie, die auf dem Leben und Werk des Marquis de Sade basiert.Alphonse ist ein junger Aristokrat, der in seiner Jugend die Früchte der Liebe noch nicht gekannt hat, da er seinen Vater so beschützerisch behandelte und ihn nicht erlaubte, die Burgmauern, in denen sie leben, zu verlassen.Mit der Ankunft eines Onkels, der in Begleitung seiner Kinder das Schloss besucht, um ihren Vater zu sehen, wird sich alles ändern.Die Cousins, Experten in den Künsten der Liebe, beginnen, ihm alles beizubringen, was verloren gegangen ist ...Diese Reihe basiert auf der Zusammenstellung und dem Studium anonymer erotischer Schriften aus dem 19. Jahrhundert und ist an die Vision angepasst, die der Autor vom Leben und Werk des Marquis de Sade hat. Hinweis zum Autorin: Erika Sanders ist eine international bekannte Schriftstellerin, die in mehr als zwanzig Sprachen übersetzt wurde und ihre erotischsten Schriften abseits ihrer üblichen Prosa mit ihrem Mädchennamen signiert.

"Bad girls get punished. Are you ready, tiny tigress?" -Deck On the verge of my first heat and desperate to protect my sister from the brutality of men, I fly into an omega rage when raiders attack my family's fishing boat. When The Liner, the biggest, cruelest alpha I've ever seen, arrives with his crew and rescues my sister, only to threaten to hurt her if I don't go with him, there's only one thing I can do.Except, he doesn't just want my obedience.He wants my submission.He wants to claim me.Break me. Own me. Light on plot, heavy on spice, dive into this 'quick read' dark dystopian human omegaverse romance knowing you'll find triggering content, including a possessive alpha, a reluctant omega, and a delicious battle of wills that ends in Happily Ever After.

Luna Delaney was planning a vacation to Cancun with her friends. When Luna applies for a passport, she asks for her birth certificate and notices something odd. Her father is not the father listed on her birth certificate. Luna finds an online match for her biological father in Italy. Encouraged by her friend, Chad, Luna embarks on a solo trip from Erie, PA, to Italy to meet her father. She meets Antonio who offers to help Luna on her journey. She meets her biological father, Cosimo Vernetti, but a stroke leaves him unable to provide answers. Luna returns home until she learns that Cosimo has died and Luna is in his will. When Luna returns, she is reunited with Antonio. She learns that her father owns Vernetti Vineyards, whose future now depends on her. Luna confronts her mother and demands to know the real truth about him. Will Luna's mother reveal the truth she's been hiding for decades? Luna is now faced with a decision that would forever change her life. I Never Knew shows us that life is full of choices and risks. Sometimes the decisions that scare us the most are also the most rewarding. Follow Luna on an emotional journey as she discovers that there are people in her life who are worth risking it all.

Jessica Williams is bored living in her small town in Oregon, and the kids at school seem equally boring. Life is indeed dull for Jessica until Cam Easton moves into her neighborhood and teaches her how to skate. Soon she discovers she is falling in love with him, but she runs into a major obstacle. Most of the people in town despise skateboarders, including her father who is running for mayor. Worse, Jessica's involvement with the skaters suddenly poases a threat to his campaign. Can the skaters prove themselves worthy of the community's support? And most of all, can Jessica and Cam resolve their differences and find the true meaning of love?

Ophelia's having a hard night and a harder life, but she never believed there were monsters under her bed. Surprise. And when Stavros stalks her for too long, Marcus decides to intervene. A wraith is supposed to terrorize and kill, not moon over some silly human. But who says the three of them can't be friends?

A deadly dance of love and danger... Whispers of urban legends surround Nikolai, shrouding him in an aura of disconcerting mystery. Tattooed and silver-eyed, he's a rugged, hard-working blacksmith who cherishes his peace and solitude above all else. But his tranquil world comes crashing down when he finds himself at the heart of a local murder investigation. Enter Porsche Lee, a tenacious private investigator and a brilliant, retired Boston homicide detective who's just started a new chapter in the quaint coastal town of Portland, Maine. A compelling case pulls her out of retirement, forcing her to dust off her police cap and pursue a cunning serial killer. Nikolai has no patience for nosy cops and town gossip, but when he crosses paths with the private investigator tailing him, he wastes no time in trying to become her number one lover instead of her prime suspect. As Porsche sits face to face with Nikolai, her understanding of human nature is shaken to the core. She's torn between her instincts and an irresistible attraction that defies all logic. Amidst dangerous twists and treachery woven into their lives, Porsche must confront the possibility of falling for a cold-blooded killer or uncovering the truth behind Nikolai's enigmatic facade. In the enchanting backdrop of coastal lighthouses and savory lobster dishes, their scenic ride takes a dark, unexpected turn. Murder, lust, and love intertwine, binding Porsche and Nikolai in a thrilling web of uncertainty. Join them on an electrifying journey along the sea in this heart-pounding romantic suspense thriller, where love and danger collide, and the ride promises to be nothing short of tumultuous. From USA Today bestselling author Tiana Laveen comes a twisted romantic whodunnit, packed with suspense and passion. Whispers of the Raven is an exciting, forbidden love, contemporary romance. It is a standalone novel with a HEA (Happily-ever-after). This book includes mature themes and content that may not be suitable for all audiences; reader discretion is advised. Please look inside under the 'Trigger Warnings' for possible topics that may be deemed personally objectionable.

The Julia and Raine saga continues in book two of the Julia Tate Song Series. Following her recent success and newfound fame after competing on Next Real Star, Julia and Raine must confront the ultimate pain that comes from an unspeakable loss. Julia and Raine fight their demons as they struggle to hang on to one another, while trying to maintain their sanity in a world spinning out of control. Born by Song is a dual POV, female rock star, sweet with spice, contemporary romance. This book includes open door scenes and adult language. Julia Tate Song SeriesBound by Song leads book two, Born by Song, and the final book, Blessed by Song, as Julia and Raine weave through the popular music industry as Julia inspires millions of fans by becoming a beloved singer-songwriter against all the odds. Julia strikes a powerful chord as she encourages women to follow their own dreams of career, motherhood, and love. The background world of the music industry is positively intertwined throughout the books, adding to the allure of celebrity, while giving real insight into the challenges of being a female rock star. Bound by Song, available nowBlessed by Song, coming 2024

In questa raccolta di tre racconti, c'è un'ulteriore esplorazione delle molteplici sfaccettature della serie Disorder, con momenti prima e dopo il volume di Distorsioni che vanno ad ampliare l'universo narrativo di Fabrizio, Mimì e Cesare.PALCO: Agli inizi della loro carriera, i Disorder si esibiscono in posti più o meno ridicoli e per una sera il loro palco si ritrova a essere quello di una discoteca. Mimì convince Fabrizio a spogliarsi sul palco per attirare più pubblico, ma rimane invischiato in quello che prova subito dopo.CONCERTONE: La prima volta che Cesare assiste a un concerto dei Disorder è per puro caso. Ossessionato dal cantante - e dalla sua maglietta che è riuscito a rimediare - muove i primi passi della scelta che cambierà la sua intera esistenza.PAROLA: L'Asnaghi non gradisce particolarmente che la prima parola di sua figlia non sia "papà", bensì "Bicio" per colpa di Mimì.

Calum Dissick has had a rough life since his career as a musician crashed. When his mother remarries and invites him to live with her, he jumps on the opportunity to start afresh. On one of his first nights in town, a pretty pink-haired beauty seeks his help to win a dare. It's a new country, a small town, and plenty of new faces. What's a little kiss with a stranger? Catherine Jenkins is living her best life. Her father has found love again. To celebrate the latest addition to the family, she heads to the pub with three of her favourite people. As the night wears on, she's dared by one of her best friends to kiss the handsome, tattooed stranger at the bar. Easy peasy, right? What's a little tongue tango with a stranger? Until days later when she's introduced to her new stepbrother, who turns out to be the handsome man from the pub. This forbidden romance takes you on an angsty emotional rollercoaster, pulls you in with the dramatic twists, and introduces you to characters you'll hurt, love, and laugh with. Prepare to enter the small, town of Wells Spring with a strong female lead who is convinced seducing her grumpy rockstar stepbrother is the best idea since ice-cream and chips. TSCD is the first part of a three-book series and ends with a cliffhanger. Happy reading!

Paano kung makikita mo ang ex boyfriend mo na nakikipag-date sa best friend mo? Ano ang iyong mararamdaman?Ganito ang sitwasyon ni Clara. Galit siya sa dalawa, ngunit ayaw niyang ipakita dahil magmumukha lang siyang kawawa. Ang ginawa niya, nagpanggap siyang may boyfriend, at nanggyaring si Daven Arogante, ang aroganteng apo ng may ari ng paaralan, ang kaniyang napakilala. Dito nagsisimula ang kwento ng kanilang fake relationship na nauwi sa totohanan

यह किताब कविताओं से भरी पड़ी है। यह किताब प्रेम के प्रतीक के बारे में है अर्थात् हमारे अपने, वह अपने जो हमें दिल से प्रेम करते हैं, वह अपने जो खून के रिश्ते में गिने जाए या नहीं उस से फर्क नहीं पड़ता, वह अपने जो आत्मा से हमें अपना मानते हैं। ये कविताएँ पढ़कर जो भी शख्स आपके मन में आता है तो समझ लेना कि वही आपका बताशा है क्योंकि अपनों का होना बताशा जैसा है। इस पुस्तक में सुंदर, मनमोहक, और मीठी कविताएँ हैं, इसका भरपुर आनन्द लें और अपनों के होने की खुशी मनाएं।

Attending Blackwater University was my desperate attempt to gain a scrap of freedom. But instead, I find myself ensnared by a cold-hearted killer.My brothers have been trying to knock the Hunters off their throne for years. I thought that I could stay out of their war and just enjoy my newfound freedom. But fate had other plans.When Kaden Hunter sets eyes on me for the first time, my fate is sealed. To him, I am the perfect target. A fragile toy to be played with and tormented. Nothing more than leverage to use as a way to bring my family down.But little does he know that I am not nearly as breakable as everyone assumes.In fact, he is the one who should be worried about me. Because if he doesn't watch his back, he might just find a knife buried in that icy heart of his.

Lady Christina Beaumont ne s'arrête à rien pour éviter à sa meilleure amie d'avoir à épouser Thorne Sharpe, un homme bien décidé à laisser sa marque sur la haute société londonienne. Mais elle ne s'attend certainement pas à ce que déjouer ses plans audacieux les entraîne vers l'amour. Une romance captivante qui passe de la haine à l'amour ! Une femme en missionUn rebelle incomprisEt un moment fâcheusement compromettant Angleterre, 1803: LADY CHRISTINA BEAUMONT, fille du COMTE DE WHICKERTON, a une mission. Celle de protéger sa meilleure amie en l'empêchant de se laisser contraindre à un mariage qui briserait son coeur délicat et choquerait sa sensibilité. Profondément endetté, lord Hartmore a accepté de marier sa fille à un vaurien. Un homme qui a grandi loin de la haute société de Londres. Un homme qui ne sait pas comment traiter une dame. Un homme particulièrement vil et tout à fait inapproprié. Un homme qui ne mérite pas le nom de gentleman.D'un seul regard, Christina a vu que Mr Sharpe n'a accepté d'épouser son amie que pour accéder à la haute société londonienne... et elle fera des pieds et des mains pour que cela n'arrive pas. Les yeux vert émeraude et le sourire taquin de cet individu n'ont aucun effet sur elle, aussi concocte-t-elle un plan pour protéger son amie. Malheureusement, avant d'avoir pu tisser sa toile, Christina tombe dans le piège d'une tierce personne.THORNE SHARPE a forgé sa propre fortune. Ayant grandi dans le dénuement, il a remporté ses premières piécettes sur des rings de boxe. Toutefois, il est conscient que s'il veut faire quelque chose de sa vie, il devra jouer de son intelligence et non de ses poings. Économisant le peu qu'il a gagné, il a commencé à investir, restant à l'affût de toutes les occasions de se hisser dans le monde.Un mariage élevé promet à Thorne l'influence qui lui est nécessaire pour faire une différence, une différence pour tous ceux qui luttent tous les jours pour survivre. Cependant, si la jeune dame envers laquelle il a des intentions semble gentille et bienveillante - quoique quelque peu craintive -, Thorne découvre que son regard s'attarde plutôt sur son amie plus ardente, une sirène aux boucles blondes et aux yeux qui ne laissent jamais filer la chance de le poignarder du regard.Alors, quand l'opportunité se présente, Thorne n'hésite pas.Cela n'a jamais été son genre.Il ne va pas commencer maintenant.Il sait ce qu'il veut, et ce qu'il veut, c'est... elle.

Sie ist emporgestiegen wie ein Aschenputtel.Er ist charmanter als jeder Prinz.Sie sollten nicht zusammen sein, aber das Schicksal kann nicht widerstehen.Ein frisches Jahr und eine neue Saison bringen nicht nur eine neu erblühte Lillian Clarke, sondern auch eine gehörige Portion Chaos in ihre Welt. Von dem schüchternen Mauerblümchen hat sie sich zu einer Unvergleichlichen gemausert - doch Aschenputtel war gestern. Die Liebe und Lord Devon, ihr eigener unwiderstehlicher Prinz, sind Vergangenheit. Lieber wäre sie die gute Fee, die unsichtbaren Debütantinnen zum verdienten Ruhm verhilft. Doch das Schicksal spielt weiterhin mit ihren Gefühlen, als Lord Devon mit einem plötzlichen Auftauchen und unerklärlichen Neckereien ihre Debütantinnen-Träume gehörig durcheinanderwirbelt.Lord Devon, der charmante Spross eines Dukes, hat Selbstmitleid und Skandal hinter sich gelassen, um sich einem neuen Ziel zu widmen: die Verbesserung des Kaffees, der Kauf eines Kaffeehauses und der Aufstieg zu einem selbstgeschaffenen Erfolg. Doch um seine Pläne zu realisieren, benötigt er ausgerechnet die Hilfe von Miss Clarkes genialem Vater. Und warum verabscheut er Lillian Clarke? Weil sie die Wahrheit über ihn aussprach. Die hinreißende Frau hält sich für besser, und das lässt er nicht auf sich sitzen. Doch kann er Lillians erfrischenden Mut ignorieren, der ihm gegen seinen Willen ein Lächeln abringt?In der Werkstatt fliegen nicht nur Funken zwischen Lillian und Devon, sondern auch die Vorstellung von Leidenschaft entwickelt sich zu etwas, das beide nicht erwartet hatten. Ihr Weg zu einem "Glücklich-bis-ans-Lebensende" wird komplizierter, als die beiden sich je erträumt hätten.Willkommen zu einem wahrhaft romantischen und köstlich humorvollen Regency-Abenteuer!

A fellow should obey the rules of courtship. Unless he's not a gentleman.Join the mischievous Lady Andromeda as she juggles a fake engagement and a secret lending library, where passion-filled novels spark more than just imagination. Will Tristan Kingston's courtship survive the chaos?

When a mystical pool propels free-spirited Yvaine centuries into the past, she finds herself entangled in a forbidden romance that could finally unite the warring medieval clans of Scotland in this magical time-travel romance from USA Today bestselling author Bree Wolf.Yvaine MacKinnear stands at the crossroads of destiny, fully aware of the prophecy that foretells the end of her clan. Blackmailed by her father, she braces for a loveless union with Malcolm Morganach, the scarred leader of a rival clan, to protect her beloved Caelen. With her heart torn between duty and love, she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice, unaware that Caelen has escaped her father's clutches and is plotting her rescue.Legend foretells that only Yvaine can bring peace to the warring clans. But destiny and doubt clash when history seems fated to repeat its violent mistakes. However, unwilling to accept a fate written in the stars, Yvaine and Caelen concoct a daring scheme to unite their people and turn the tide of enmity that has long divided them.Amidst whispers of war, the depth of Yvaine and Caelen's love is put to the test. Can their passion forge a new destiny and avert the foretold ruin, or will the hatred of centuries extinguish their last hope for peace?Embark on this enthralling Highland saga-a tale reminiscent of Romeo and Juliet, crafted for devotees of Outlander, Forbidden, and The Winter Sea.This book is book two in the Lass of Legend series. Readers enjoy reading it in order. Start with book 1, Like the Break of Dawn!

Emory Scott doesn't have it very easy. With constant comparisons to her dead sister, she dreads her family, even when she loves them.However, there's something she hates even more than being compared to her sister. Or rather one other person; Miles King. Miles King has lost the love of his life to childbirth, leaving him behind with a daughter to care for at the mere age of eighteen.Brooklyn, the daughter he didn't know he could ever love so much that her safety was the most important thing to him. He would do anything to keep her safely by his side. So what happens when someone threatens to take Brooklyn away from him? In order to appear like a man that has his whole life together, one that doesn't still mourn the death of his girlfriend, even four years later; he only has one choice if he wants to impress the social services: Marriage.Marrying the only person he knows cares about Brooklyn as much as he does should fix everything. And it sure helps that Emory can't stand him, but loves his daughter, because it means there won't ever be feelings getting involved. But what if the one drunken night they had turns into something more than just a hookup? A baby, for instance. What if suddenly two people that swore to never get involved with one another ever again, are now forced to learn how to coparent?And what if during the months they have to spend together, they discover unimaginable things about their shared past?

That is a hot story about two different people and their destinies colliding due to a bet between brother and sister.Alex, bossy and cynical, harbors a profound tragedy that becomes the key to his closed world. Kind and sweet Anna faces setbacks, a forced bargain with her conscience, and even mortal danger. A complex drama of love, passion, and adversity begins when their paths cross. Together, they are plunged into a maelstrom of events in which they must succeed in enduring and finding their way to each other's hearts."In Search of Your Soul, The Beginning of the Journey" is an exciting novel about love and destiny, where each character has to face their dark sides to find the light in each other's arms. Together with Alex and Anna, the reader will embark on an exciting journey full of intrigue and passion, where love can be the best healing path.

Holly Ladders and Paul Mattei lead a seemingly quiet life, despite the constant threat from the far reaches of Africa. The discovery of an old suitcase, filled with family mementos, rekindles buried tragedies. In a relentless quest to solve the enigma surrounding the death of the Mattei parents, the couple find themselves caught up in a whirlwind of high-risk adventure, drawn towards an ultimate confrontation whose stakes are none other than the safeguarding of their lives and moral integrity. The question remains: will they have the strength to keep their oath and finally reveal a truth that has been hidden for too long?

Valeria Díaz se llevó la mayor decepción de su vida cuando encontró a su prometido, Alexander Radcliffe, con otra mujer en la cama. Todos sus sueños e ilusiones se rompieron esa noche, y a pesar de los ruegos de él para que lo escuchara, decidió volver a su país, rompiendo todo contacto.Tres años más tarde, ella vuelve a Londres por una propuesta de trabajo en Heartland, la red social del momento en Europa, cuyo dueño es aquella persona que le destrozó el corazón.Valeria toma la oportunidad, decidida a mostrar que ha superado lo ocurrido, pero... ¿Qué pasará cuando se tope cara a cara con aquel hombre con el que tuvo un tórrido e intenso romance? ¿Resurgirá el amor de las cenizas o podrá permanecer impasible ante el intento desesperado de Alexander por recuperarla?

The Custom of the Country by Edith Wharton's novel is a complicated work of fiction which exposes a crucial viewpoint on early twentieth century American society. A review of its primary themes, characters as well as narrative format: Here is the analysis: Social Critique and Class Dynamics: The novel looks at a tremendous topic: the critique of social class structures, particularly the difference between old money as well as brand new money. Undine Spragg is a character who Wharton depicts as societal climbing and materialism of the nouvelle riche. The novel examines the values as well as actions of the established elite and the newly landed, exposing the superficiality and moral bankruptcy that might lie behind the quest for social status.Undine Spragg: Character bio: Undine is a complicated character, generally viewed as an anti-heroine. She is driven by a need for wealth & status and is ardent, manipulative. Wharton utilizes her character as a means of examining themes of ambition and greed and also the social expectations placed on women. Wharton accomplishes a level of sympathy for Undine despite her usually unfavorable characteristics, displaying the limitations placed on women in her society.Marriage as a Social Tool: The novel discusses marriage not as hot union but as a tool of social advancement. Marriages within Undine are merely transactions, a means of ascending socially. The portrayal mirrors the mercantile nature of relationships within some social groups and criticises the commodityization of marriage.Contrast Between American as well as European Values: Wharton compared American and European societal values and normative. The novel indicates that European society is grounded in tradition and more stable, while American culture is fluid and centered on newness and wealth. Undine's marriages to both American and European males and her adaptation to various cultural expectations are a clear illustration of this contrast.Consumerism as well as Materialism: The book is an examination of American consumerism. Undine's constant pursuit of luxury and standing illustrates the larger societal aversion to appearance and material possessions. Wharton critiques this materialism, indicating it results in moral emptiness and personal dissatisfaction.Realism as well as Narrative Style: Wharton's story style brings together realism with thorough social observation. She meticulously captures the settings and social customs in the time, offering a vivid backdrop against which the story of her characters unfolds. Irony and subtle humor are used to deepen her social criticism.Gender Roles as well as Feminism: The novel isn't explicitly feminist but does examine the limited roles that women played in early 20th century society. Despite being morally questionable, Undine's actions may be viewed as a response - towards the limitations put on her as a woman. Her drive for independence contrasts with the established roles of women.The American Dream: The novel may be regarded as a look at the American Dream. Undine's continuous quest for upward mobility and happiness via money as well as power eventually does not gratify her, indicating the hollowness of this dream when based entirely on material accomplishment.

Marie s'épanouit, elle va mieux. Pour maintenir l'équilibre qu'elle s'est créé, elle se fixe un objectif: rêver sa vie et vivre ses rêves. Mais le couple solide qu'elle forme avec son amoureux depuis plus de vingt ans n'échappe pas à la règle ! Il s'encroûte sous une couche épaisse de poussière, communément nommée routine. Leur passion des premières années s'étouffe ! Marie et Richard en sont pleinement conscients, mais où les mèneront les chemins qu'ils choisissent, secrètement, d'emprunter chacun de leur côté ? Parviendront-ils à rétablir la relation torride de leurs débuts, à rougir de nouveau au contact de l'autre et ainsi retrouver leur complicité originelle ?Finalement, cette autofiction ne reflète-t-elle pas les fantasmes et les espoirs de chacun d'entre nous ?Aimez, vibrez, rêvez, riez, osez et vous ferez de vos songes votre réalité ! De la même autrice: Les petits bonheurs du jour