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I came to Briarwood to close a shop and leave my grandmother behind. Instead I inherited a building that woke up the minute my key turned. Things here hum—porcelain frogs gossiping, teapots with opinions, and a silver-veined plant that refuses to be simple. I thought I was running away, but the town needed me, and it turns out I needed the town. Rowan Blackwood is the sort of man who names his spades and apologizes to them. He never expected an inheritance to look like a woman with a brass key and a string of bad luck. But when his greenhouse is ruined and an ancient binding cracks open, ...

After losing his wife during the birth of his second daughter, Thomas Bennet was distraught. While visiting his aunt's home, he meets and falls in love with Margaret O'Brien. The married and had more children, including three sons, thus breaking the entail that had been in place by Thomas' grandfather. But Thomas' cousin is convinced that the sons cannot inherit. You see, the second Mrs Bennet came from Antigua, the child of an English born land owner and a freed slave. Mr Collins, the Bennet cousin believes that the sons are not worthy of inheriting an estate, and plans to eliminate the ...

How many people do you know who are happy with their job, love life, health, finances? There are very few people who can tick off satisfaction in all of these boxes. What about you? What is it that you want in life? What is it that you dream about? What excites you as you consider possibilities and directions? Do you know how to get there? Do you believe it can even happen? This little book, based on workshops led over several years by The Angel Ladies, helps you breaks through blocks and embrace the good that is waiting for you. You can live a prosperous and happy life. Take the next 28 ...

In this explosive finale Chrissy will face her biggest challenges ever. Family secrets have been exposed, and the family is dealing with the agony. Chrissy is just ready to right her wrongs but; it won’t be easy. Everything Chrissy has every wanted will come with a bloody price! Meanwhile Maceo is devastated about the pending divorce and things are about to get messier. He’s trying his best to come to terms with fatherhood and divorce but; it’s easier said then done. For once in his life he’s beginning to regret everything he’s ever done to hurt Chrissy. In the midst of a double ...

Ensnared in compromise; Elizabeth Bennet receives four offers of marriage. Not one is welcome. She could wish her life somewhat less eventful. Tall, dark, and impossibly handsome, Darcy strides into every drama where someone needs help or assistance. But why, in heaven’s name, did he have to embroil himself this time?

If you are a pastor or ministry leader, this book is for you! If you have a loved one living a homosexual lifestyle, this book is for you! If you have a desire to understand and walk alongside those who struggle with same-sex attraction, this book is for you! Addressing this issue has never been more crucial. Is the Word of God still relevant today? Can we as believers still be moved with compassion without compromising God’s word? As Janet Boynes gives spiritual guidance to parents and pastors around the country, I realize that many of them are flooded with questions about what to do and...

What if Fitzwilliam Darcy refused to approach Elizabeth Bennet when he observes her upon the grounds of Pemberley? What if Elizabeth permits Mr. Darcy to think her the one ruined by Mr. Wickham? What if love is not enough to bring two souls together? FITZWILLIAM DARCY's pride makes the natural leap to ELIZABETH BENNET's ruination when the lady appears, without notice, upon Pemberley's threshold to plead for Darcy's assistance in locating his long-time enemy, George Wickham. Initially, Darcy cannot look beyond the pain of lost hopes, but when Charles Bingley demands that Darcy act with honor...

"I held Jaxson even tighter as we sped up, pressing my body tightly against his hard muscles. I could feel the desire building inside me as the strength and power of both the man and the machine worked their magic on me. By the time we pulled up to the lodge I was flushed and out of breath, and filled with and exhilaration I had never before experienced." As a young rookie detective, I was ready to make a name for myself by going undercover in the Outlaw Warriors, the local motorcycle club that was rumored to be mixed up in all manner of debauchery and illegal activities. I had no idea that...

Darcy is on a quest. His mission is to restore the impertinence and joy which used to dance in the fine eyes of Miss Elizabeth Bennet and had captured his heart, although his mind told him not to give in. To achieve his mission, he must find her missing sister. But where, in all the millions of acres —all the farms, hamlets, towns and cities that make England — could she be? Elizabeth Bennet is a gentlewoman. Society rules prevent her joining the search. But why would the arrogant and disdainful Mr. Darcy persist in the task?

“Mr. Darcy’s Regrets” is a Pride and Prejudice Regency variation novella of approximately 30K words, with low angst, lots of romance, and some original twists in the timeless story of Elizabeth and Darcy, told from Darcy’s point of view. Many of us wonder about the friendship between Darcy and Bingley. How did they end up together when there is a significant difference in age, character, and situation in life between the two? What if their bond has its roots in the past relationship of their families? The story starts in London after Elizabeth returns from Kent, and she and Jane are...

Una vuelta de tuerca a los clásicos romances de regencia inglesa. —¿Quién demonios es ella? ¿Es inglesa? —La verdad es que no estoy seguro. —Pero ¿pertenece a una buena familia o es una mujer del pueblo llano que se gana la vida? —Eso tampoco lo sé. —¿Se llama realmente señorita Smith? —Podría ser, no lo tengo claro. —Y por último, ¿es una dama honrada en la que se puede confiar? —Ojalá lo supiera. Y tú, ¿quieres averiguar de qué misteriosa mujer estamos hablando? Pues sumérgete en la historia cuanto antes. Tras la muerte de su padre y el paso del título de ...

Elizabeth Bennet has spent all of her young life dreaming of finding the perfect man to marry...Just when Elizabeth thinks she may have to actually give up her dreams of marrying for love, in walk two very handsome and eligible gentlemen and both seem to send her heart skittering...Saving Mr. Darcy is a full-length clean and sweet romance novel that tells another Pride and Prejudice retelling between Darcy and Elizabeth and is suitable for all lovers of Jane Austen’s classic.

A Heartfelt Short Story Series Living in the hood of Birmingham is not some childhood fantasy. It’s a harsh reality for teenager Draya, and her younger sis Porsha. They’ve witnessed things kids shouldn’t see, and heard things kids shouldn’t hear! Raised by a trick h**, and an alcoholic; Draya vows to be nothing like her mama Trixie. Determined to be a better person, Draya’s main focus is school, and her younger sister Porsha. Secretly, Draya has developed a hatred for all men. Mainly, because of her mama’s despicable lifestyle. All she’s ever seen is a horny man between her ...

Para las amantes de los Bridgerton y los mundos de Jane Austen y las hermanas Brönte, un relato que te introducirá en el peculiar mundo de los Fowler-Spencer y que es, a su vez, el inicio de una historia larga inolvidable. Es nochebuena en Herrick House, la fastuosa casa donde los Fowler y los Spencer conviven como una gran familia bien avenida. Corren la conversación, las bromas y el jerez. Abundan las carcajadas y los desafíos cariñosos. Solo el mayordomo se seca los sudores de la frente por la ansiedad que le provoca asistir a tanta gente ilustre reunida. Pero cuando de repente ...

Labels, Labels Labels! They can be helpful when shopping for clothes and food, but on people can be a little restrictive. Given to us by society, given to us by family, or even social media - what do any of them actually mean? And how far do they go in defining who we really are? Two black British millennials, Lady T and Tobi Rachel, explore labels and identity in conversation with someone they’ve admired from afar for years. Adjoa Andoh is a star of stage and screen.

With everything that Kaymoni has been through in the past, she thinks she has finally found her Prince Charming in Derek. He is everything that she’s ever wanted… someone to love and protect her. Now that the two of them are dating, all Kaymoni sees is love and happiness in her future. However, everything isn’t always as it seems.

Voiced as a black, latino, queer Native New Yorker, The Cairo Fairy doesn’t run out of titles to be called. Whether a sibling or a friend, host SIR Lady (Senai I. Robinson) is a Fairy, yup, yup, and accepts being as such. Wanting to create community and prioritize connection over labels, conversations on The Cairo Fairy Diaries are interpersonal and organic, with subtle advice on how to be victorious and "Cairo" over any situation. Most-times solo, some interviews with close friends, keep up with new mantras and laughter. With a new friend in your ear, learn to be a fairy, your highest self,...

Meeting Shavon’s sister and brother-in-law was unlike any experience Jeremy has ever had. Having to chill with people he betrayed all weekend was definitely not on his bucket list. The weekend at the beach house proves to be more than he bargained for and once he is back to his real life, he makes some tough decisions. But will he be able to live with them? Shavon has totally fallen for Jeremy, not knowing that he could be her worst enemy. But she has her own issues to deal with because someone is out to get her and when that realization finally comes to light, it will blow her mind.

Si adoras las novelas de romance, la época de Regencia, los Bridgerton y el mundo de Jane Austen, no puedes perderte la serie «Guante de seda». Rebeca Percy vive una vida de niebla y secretos, y ambas cosas quiere llevárselas a la tumba. Pero en la Inglaterra de 1815, tu honor y tu reputación es todo cuanto tienes, rodearte de misterio puede costarte caro. Para colmo, un último chismorreo de sociedad tiene a Londres en vilo: el codiciado y atractivo duque de Richmond podría estar prometido. Todo el mundo quiere saber, las murmuraciones se desatan, ¿quién es ella? Los que lo ...

For centuries England has always had a leading and admired reputation for its poets and poetry. In this volume we explore those born in the East Midlands who created such revered, enduring and respected verse.