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Without revealing the fact that she is the daughter of an earl, Octavia has been producing fabulous results as Lisette and Philippa’s governess. Edward is stunned by her competence, backed by her intellect and kindness, but he has been suffering from the attraction he feels for her. Could they ever be together despite the differences in their social standings? He makes an effort to distance himself from Octavia, but the farther apart they are, the greater his longing for her becomes. One day, he finds her asleep in the house and is unable to fight the temptation to touch her…
Francesca Shelwood is mortified when Marcus Carne reappears in her life—he stole the most magical, illicit kisses from the young, innocent Francesca! And she swore never to forgive him after being punished for her "wanton" behavior…. Now, on her inheritance, Marcus has returned to offer the unimaginable—marriage! An indignant Francesca refuses, but very soon she walks headlong into danger—and the only man ready to sacrifice his life, and reputation, for her sake is Marcus….
On 25 February 1956, twenty-three-year-old Sylvia Plath walked into a party and immediately spotted Ted Hughes. This encounter - now one of the most famous in all literary history - was recorded by Plath in her journal, where she described Hughes as a 'big, dark, hunky boy'. Sylvia viewed Ted as something of a colossus, and to this day his enormous shadow has obscured Plath's life and work. The sensational aspects of the Plath-Hughes relationship have dominated the cultural landscape to such an extent that their story has taken on the resonance of a modern myth. After Plath's suicide in February 1963, Hughes became Plath's literary executor, the guardian of her writings, and, in effect respo...
Miss Eleanor Southeran was reliably informed that independence of mind was not a desirable quality in a young lady. But, convinced that she could not love any of the fashionable fribbles of the Ton, Eleanor had so far evaded matrimony. Meeting Mr. Jonas Guthrie, a forthright, coolly cynical gentleman, was a refreshing change—until the scandal that surrounded his name was revealed. Believing herself deceived about his character, Eleanor intended never to see him again. But Jonas had other plans for her….
"Audrina remembers a better time, when her husband, Arden, was a young man with a heart filled with devotion for her. He didn't used to be this ambitious, expansive...this cruel. But then, the death of Audrina's father changed a great many things. When the reading of her father's will reveals that Audrina herself will control fifty-one percent of the family brokerage--the halls of Whitefern again don't feel safe..."--Book jacket.
No society beauty had been able to tempt Lord Ivo Trenchard to give up the single life. Until he met an enchanting innocent who challenged him to teach her how to kiss He watched in amazement as the wild tomboy transformed into a stunningly elegant lady. His offer of marriage surprised them both. Was Joscelin his true choice, his only love?
Recounts the troubled life of the American poet and uses her unpublished letters and journals to depict the feelings that led her to suicide
As each holiday season approaches, some revel in welcoming the New Year ahead; others quietly mourn the passing of time gone by. "We can't hold on to the past," says Master Quilter Sylvia Compson, "but we can keep the best part of 'Auld Lang Syne' in our hearts and in our memories, and we can look forward to the future with hope and resolve." As Sylvia, a late-in-life newlywed, has discovered, love can enter our lives at any age. Yet before she can truly delight in her present happiness, she must face the sorrow hidden in her past -- her own role in the tragic circumstances that left her estranged from her sister, Claudia, until it was too late to make amends. Vowing not to repeat the mistak...
Apocalypse Love - Uncover the Mystery of the Poisoned Prisoner in Times of Trouble, Book 2 - In the Leantimes by A.R. Shaw! Unlock the Mystery of Silverdale: Solve the Poison Plot and Clear Irene's Name in Times of Trouble, Book 2 - In the Leantimes! Welcome to the second book in the Cozy Apocalypse Series, Times of Trouble – In the Leantimes. Spring has finally arrived in Silverdale, and with it comes a new mystery for Irene and Hilda Jo to uncover. When a prisoner is found dead in his cell from a mysterious poison, Mayor Freeburg is determined to find the culprit – and Irene is the prime suspect. With her under house arrest and Hilda Jo suffering from allergies, it’s going to be much...
The New York Times–bestselling author of the Elm Creek Quilts Novels shares 140 block patterns so you can make your own version of this heirloom quilt! Celebrate the enduring bonds of friendship and create your own authentic version of the “secret” bridal sampler from the beloved novel The Master Quilter. Get together with other quilters to mix, match, and share 140 traditional blocks. Enjoy the gallery of sampler quilts made by other Elm Creek readers. This book includes complete instructions and links to full-sized patterns for every block from the sampler.