Современная зарубежная литература
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To Linc Carey, Maddie Horton had always been a gangly kid with braces.So when a gorgeous woman walked off the plane, Linc was stunned at the changes in his late commanding offi cer's daughter. The Hawaiian holiday was his belated graduation present to Maddie, who'd been thrilled when her former crush invited her for a Christmas visit.Neither expected romance to blossom in such a short time. But Maddie's dream trip soon turned ugly when the people responsible for her father's murder set their sights on her. Can Linc protect Maddie from her yuletide stalker?
Troubled Waters
He's working for the Coast Guard, but that's not Heath Gerlach's only mission. He's also an undercover FBI agent, and his target for investigation is his new partner, Tracie Crandall.With her blond hair and pretty blue eyes, Tracie looks sweet and innocent. But was she involved in her former partner's crimes? Tracie won't talk about it. Because she's guilty? Or because she's afraid to trust another partner? Just when Heath is sure he knows, a shocking revelation changes everything. Now all he wants is to keep Tracie safe…and give her a reason to believe in the power of love.
Rising Tides
Nine people have gathered for the reading of Aurore Gerritsen's will. Some are family, others are strangers. But all will have their futures changed forever when a lifetime of secrets is finally revealed.Aurore Gerritsen left clear instructions: her will is to be read over a four-day period at her summer cottage on a small Louisiana island. Those who don't stay will forfeit their inheritance. With the vast fortune of Gulf Coast Shipping at stake, no one will take that risk.Tensions rise as Aurore's lawyer dispenses small bequests, each designed to expose the matriarch's well-kept secrets. Longtime loyalties are jeopardized and shocking new alliances are formed as the family feels the sands of belief shifting beneath their feet. As a hurricane approaches and survival itself is threatened, the fourth day dawns and everyone waits for the final truth to be revealed.
No Alibi
Juror Julie Ann Jones simply didn't expect the life on the line to be her own.Courtroom tension is running high during a scandal-packed murder case. As the trial heats up, a series of «accidents» begins targeting the jurors–especially Julie Ann. There are gunshots at her beauty salon. A prowler is spotted at her home.Through it all, fellow juror Smith Burnett gives her the courage to continue. But will she find the courage to give Smith her heart?
Night Prey
Stay off the King Ranch.Jenna Murphy wants to ignore the anonymous, puzzling note. How could she leave the work she loves at the ranch's Birds of Prey Rescue Center? But when someone attacks the birds under her care, she starts to worry. And when Jenna is attacked, she knows she's in over her head. She never expected Keith Roland to come to her rescue. They were childhood friends before he fell in with the wrong crowd. Now the former troublemaker is a soldier, and a changed man. Yet has he really reformed? Can Jenna truly trust him with her safety–and her heart?
Lakeview Protector
Ex-military man Eli Jennings owed his commander his life and vowed to repay him by finding his missing sister. His search led to Jasmine Hart's mountain cabin in Lakeview, Virginia, where another woman had disappeared. A strong-willed widow, Jasmine didn't think the two were related. Until a major clue to both mysteries was found in her house. And her own mother-in-law was a witness.Scared for the only family she had left, Jasmine turned to Eli for help. But someone powerful wanted to ensure she never felt safe, never learned the whole truth. And that meant making one more woman disappear.
Immortal Wolf
Unleash the untamed passions of the underworld in these deliciously wicked tales of paranormal romance.Exiled to a life of extreme loneliness because everyone she touches dies, Emily Burke has every reason to distrust Raphael Robichaux.The immortal werewolf possesses immense power and has been summoned by her pack to end her life. And yet, from the moment she lays eyes on the powerful rebel, he awakens all the longings she's kept bottled inside. . . and gives her hope.When Raphael meets Emily, he knows something enormous is at stake. For not only does he see that her blood can restore life–but she is his destined mate. Trust doesn't come easily to Emily. But somehow Raphael must convince her to put her life in his hands. Only then will an ancient prophecy be fulfilled and a terrible evil destroyed. . . .
Her Determined Husband
Kirsten has learned that she is to work closely with Cal McCormick, her estranged husband! Only a few years before, tragedy had ripped apart their new marriage….Now Kirsten is stunned to discover that she still has strong feelings for Cal. And Cal seems set on making her fall in love with him all over again. But Kirsten needs more than his provocatively sensual seduction before she can give herself fully to the only man she has ever loved.
Groom By Arrangement
A perfect stranger asked me to marry him today…Why? Because he's found out that my stepfather has full control of my business until I turn twenty-five or marry – whichever comes first. I need to gain control because my stepfather is a crook. This could be the perfect proposal….Of course, it's ridiculous! I've only just met this mysterious Hugh Garratt. I certainly don't know if I can trust him – or his motives. But then, he is the sexiest, most seductive man I've ever met….
From The Ashes
She couldn't hide forever. Animal trainer Angela London had never stopped looking over her shoulder. Her extraordinary skill with guide dogs had won her a handsome celebrity client, ex-football player Brian Ramsey, and helping him cope with the loss of his vision was awakening powerful feelings in her heart. But she feared his reaction if he ever discovered the truth about her dark past…As Christmas approached, a vengeful enemy targeted Angela, bent on destroying her newfound happiness. Now she had to thwart a dangerous threat–with Brian's help–or risk losing a love that promised to redeem them both.