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The Sailor and the Queen
In the heart of the desert, amidst ancient secrets and forgotten desires, The Sailor and the Queen unfolds as a tale of forbidden passion and unexpected destinies. When Petru Slavescu and his fellow sailors are abducted by a fierce tribe of warrior women, they are thrust into a world of sensual rituals and untamed desires. As they navigate this seductive new reality, they must confront their deepest longings and grapple with the consequences of their choices.With each stolen touch and whispered promise, the boundaries between captor and captive blur, igniting a fire that threatens to consume them all. The Sailor and the Queen is a mesmerizing exploration of eroticism, power, and the enduring quest for love and freedom in a world where pleasure and danger intertwine.
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Magical People
Jessica is tired of her life. Tired of her family, tired of her job, and tired of her string of meaningless one-night stands. When her sister invites her to their grandmother’s birthday party, Jessica reluctantly agrees, hoping for a change of pace. At the party, she meets Alice, her friend’s illegitimate cousin, and is immediately smitten. But Alice is hiding a secret, and it’s not the one Jessica thinks.As Jessica and Alice grow closer, they discover that they have more in common than they initially thought. Both are struggling with their pasts and trying to find their place in the world. But when Alice’s secret is revealed, it threatens to tear their families apart. Will Jessica and Alice be able to overcome their challenges and find happiness together? Or will their love be doomed from the start?
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Love Blossoms on the Vine Again
The road to true love is seldom straight, as petty problems and stubborn mindsets can derail even the most promising bonds. Patience and understanding are vital for love to truly flourish. Here we find a budding relationship with great potential – but do they have what it takes to go the distance? Can the transformational power of three little words turn their impending tragedy into something wonderful and everlasting? Join us as we discover whether this couple can overcome the obstacles of close-mindedness and lack of communication to achieve an enduring love. It’s a story that reveals how nurturing empathy and acceptance is key to any romance standing the test of time. In the end, we’ll see if the patience to see another’s perspective paired with the power of heartfelt words can transform a tragedy into something wonderful and everlasting.
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Go Softly, Goodbye
Sybilla Frank, fledgling star of the new film The Jawlensky Trail, based on Emma Stoiber’s captivating book and directed by the talented Juliette Simon, feels her life is perfect. Happily married to her husband Thomas and ascending the career ladder, Sybilla arrives on set for the first day of rehearsals. An immediate confrontation with her co-star, Hannah Snyman, reveals an unprecedented level of antipathy between the two actresses. A stunt gone wrong unexpectedly brings them closer together, but is it merely a torrid film set romance, or could it be something deeper? Hannah’s commitment issues threaten to stand in the way of a more permanent connection. Immerse yourself in this enthralling tale of passion, conflict, and the complexities of relationships, both on and off the silver screen.The Jawlensky Trail is the seventh instalment in the acclaimed Starnberg series, promising to keep readers captivated from the first page to the last. Discover the depths of Sybilla and Hannah’s journey in this must-read novel.
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It’s Just Not Good Enough
It’s just not good enough – how many times have these five little words cut you to the quick?Lucie, a 60-something woman, has a part-time relationship with a man who all her friends are convinced isn’t right for her. Eventually she has enough of his sketchy behaviour but after a break, he returns saying those three little words we all long to hear. Of course, she’s devastated when he unceremoniously dumps her leaving her doubting her own worth. Shortly afterwards, completely by chance, she bumps into an attractive man. As she comes to realise he’s much younger than her, she wonders whether the relationship’s entirely appropriate, but his persistence plus incredible sex is too beguiling. After a wonderful weekend away, she discovers he’s been living a lie, but his plausible explanation persuades her to continue. Her world is rocked when she’s diagnosed with breast cancer; going through a mastectomy followed by radiotherapy. If all that isn’t enough Covid strikes the world which means that, in a heartbeat, she loses every bit of her work. Desperate for money, she takes in a transvestite lodger who proves to be a lifesaver in many ways. She’s suddenly faced by a dilemma with her new man – can she continue when his thinking about how a relationship should be conducted is so fundamentally different to her own?And then, out of the blue, her first love returns wanting to rekindle their romance. She agrees to meet him – will she accept his proposal?
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Together by Chance
Teenager Tillie Benford lives with her ditzy single mum. Tillie is severely disabled, but doesn’t let that stop her from living her life as fully as she can. She helps one of the new starters from school, bad boy Zack Johnson, through rehab when he finds himself partly paralysed after being hit by a car. She shows him that being disabled isn’t the end of the world. Through the time they spend together, they develop feelings for each other. Then, just as Tillie begins to believe in his feelings for her, he betrays her trust. He promises to make it up to her, and he does, but at a heavy price.This teenage romance takes place in an English town, and takes us through a school year, with GCSE exams and finally the magic of a school prom marking the end of the summer term. Set against a background of living with disability and the challenges and emotions that brings, it also touches on the themes of teenage pregnancy, bullying, and being a single parent.The author draws on her own experience of severe disability to create the character of protagonist Tillie Benford.
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The Hard Road Back
It had been nine months since my affair with Elwira, and it was fast becoming a fading memory.Everything had come to a head on that terrible June night, but Dominika had come to rescue me and almost immediately forgiven and taken me back.But now, the more I thought about everything that had happened, the more I was struggling. Something was amiss in our relationship, and I didn’t really know what it was.All I knew was that we were stuck.Picking up where The Confession left off, Anna continues to wrestle with her fears and guilt as ever-patient Dominika watches and waits for the right moment, the right opportunity……and then the most unexpected of all things happened…
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Lessons from the Sauna
Oom, who hails from Cape Town, South Africa, recounts his colourful childhood against the backdrop of his dating adventures later in life in British Columbia, Canada. Now in his sixties, Oom takes readers from one amusing encounter to the next, bringing to life a cast of fascinating and humorous characters met along the way.With graphic and ironic portrayals, Oom illustrates the difference between a mere meeting and a proper date, letting his experiences shine a light on the often peculiar rules that govern the dating world. Though told in simple, self-deprecating language, Oom allows the vibrant personalities of those he meets to take centre stage.As each dating escapade unfolds, at times desperately, Oom’s central quest remains constant – does he finally succeed in securing a lover? From cultural intricacies to comedic mishaps, embark on a journey that may begin in Cape Town but finds its final destination in the heart.
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The Norland Inheritance
The Norland Inheritance picks up five years after the conclusion of Sense and Sensibility, as Margaret, the youngest sister, reaches the age of eighteen. Following the tragic death of their only son in a riding accident, John and Fanny, Margaret’s half-brother and sister-in-law, invite her to stay with them in London. John hopes to fulfil his father’s neglected wishes by launching Margaret into society at his own expense. Fanny, however, secretly resents this invitation, particularly as her relationship with John has deteriorated since the loss of their son. Despite this, she chooses to bide her time and comply with his wishes for the moment.With John’s passing, the heir to Norland is now Charles Dashwood, a cousin, and a doctor by profession. Shortly after Margaret’s arrival, Fanny discovers John’s secret desire for Charles to marry Margaret, thus redressing the imbalance of the entail and ensuring that Margaret will be the future mistress of Norland. Fanny’s jealousy-fuelled dislike of all of John’s sisters, especially Margaret, is so incensed by this potential match that she resolves to stop it by any means within her power. She schemes to marry Margaret off to the first suitor who shows any interest. To this end, she introduces Margaret to a fortune hunter, the dashing Captain Dunning, who pays court to Margaret after Fanny hints that she is to inherit Norland.
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Things Love Can't Teach You
Key, an everyman, finds his life upended when he relocates to New York, a city he never favored. Following a break-up with his long-term girlfriend, Key’s life seems to spiral downwards. In the chaos of New York, he repeatedly crosses paths with Slate, a successful businessman known for his numerous lovers. Initially, Slate sees Key as a mere annoyance, a country boy obstructing his path. However, as Slate involves Key in his business affairs, he becomes unexpectedly charmed by Key’s allure, despite their frequent clashes. As their lives intertwine, Key and Slate are drawn to each other, leading to an unexpected romance. But looming over their newfound connection is the uncertainty of its future.
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The Starnberg Series Book 6 – Stay Awhile
With the enchanting backdrop of Lake Starnberg as its setting, the novel features Alexandra ‘Sasha’ Strauss, a young woman of Japanese and German descent, who finds herself on the cusp of love and career. As she tutors the challenging daughter of Marie Nyman and Arabella Cooper during her last year of university, Sasha’s path unexpectedly crosses that of the enigmatic French-Canadian film producer, Dominique Thibault.Dominique, a woman with a mysterious past, is collaborating with the renowned director Juliette Simon on a film located in a run-down hotel on the south side of the lake. Sasha, an aspiring professional photographer, seizes the opportunity to intern as a stills photographer on their set.Amid the glitz and glamour of the movie world, an undeniable attraction ignites between the ambitious intern and the aloof producer.As Sasha and Dominique navigate their growing feelings, secrecy becomes paramount. However, when Sasha is framed by a malicious individual on set, Dominique’s response shatters their delicate trust. Can they overcome the pain and rebuild what they once had, or will their love be lost forever?
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Cornelia Street
In the small town of Macleigh, Aurora, also known as Daisy to some, grappling with the haunting legacy of her parents’ tragic murder-suicide, finds an unexpected source of solace in her charming yet suffocating hometown. Enter Rowan Daniels, a reserved cop seeking refuge from his own traumatic past. Their initial encounters are tense, rooted in Daisy’s resentment toward law enforcement and Rowan’s aversion to human connection. Daisy’s animosity arises from the mishandling of her parents’ case, while Rowan is haunted by the loss of his partner in a tragic shootout, leaving him scarred physically and emotionally.Despite their wary dispositions, a gradual bond forms, fuelled by Daisy’s charm and Rowan’s inability to stay away.In a heartfelt journey of healing, Daisy and Rowan navigate their inner turmoil, unravelling each other’s guarded layers. Daisy’s empathy coaxes Rowan out of isolation, while Rowan’s presence offers Daisy hope and the prospect of love beyond her traumatic past. Amid blooming flowers and shared vulnerabilities, a poignant love story blossoms, transforming Cornelia Street from a place of haunting memories into a haven of new beginnings and shared affection. There are only three little houses on Cornelia Street.Maybe, it will start feeling like home again.
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