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Save:"Wildfire In His Arms" by Johanna Lindsey is a Western Historical romance centered around legendary gunman Degan and Maxine, a young woman on the run after allegedly committing murder. Degan agrees to help a US Marshal by bringing in three most wanted criminals, with Max being the first on the list. When Degan catches up with Max, he is surprised to find out that she is a woman claiming innocence. The story unfolds with a mix of adventure, turmoil, and mistrust turning into trust, leading to a slow-building romance between Degan and Maxine.
Degan looked down at Sheriff Ross, smiling up at him. He leaned forward to soothe his horse before it reared up. The palomino didn’t like strangers standing so close to it. Gunshots it didn’t mind, st... - #2
Save:Readers are taken on a wild ride in "Rejected," where Mera, a strong and sassy heroine, navigates a world filled with betrayal, colorful characters, and unexpected powers. The story unfolds with a rejected mate trope, mysterious undiscovered powers, and a broody demon who slowly becomes enamored with her. The book is set in an imaginative and visually rich world, with a plot that keeps readers captivated from beginning to end.
I reread that line from my college assignment. English Lit had hit us with our first big task of the year: we’d been asked to discuss in detail a novel that was not without some serious flaws. Firstly... - #3
Save:Gavin Byrne, a bachelor and unclaimed bastard son of the Prince of Wales, teams up with Lady Christabel, a widow and Marchioness of Haversham, to retrieve important papers that could ruin her family's reputation and the Prince Regent. Gavin, known for his role as the owner of a gaming house, enlists Christabel to pose as his mistress in order to gain access to these papers. As they navigate a web of secrets and alliances, their relationship evolves from a pretend alliance to genuine feelings, leading to a dilemma for Gavin - choosing between revenge against his father or the safety and love of Christabel.
The book 'One Night with a Prince' in the 'Royal Brotherhood' series by Sabrina Jeffries is a historical romance filled with engaging characters, intricate plot twists, and witty dialogue. Set against the backdrop of royal intrigue and forbidden love, the story follows the journey of Gavin and Christabel as they navigate a world of deception, passion, and ultimately, redemption.
Gavin Byrne scowled at them both. The youngest—Alexander Black, the Earl of Iversley—was the only one of them whose mother had waited until he was full-grown to tell him that his real father was the P...
(Also, see 58 recommendations for the series Royal Brotherhood ) - #4
Save:'Good Night, Mr. Holmes' in the 'Irene Adler' series by Carole Nelson Douglas is a retelling of the Sherlock Holmes story 'A Scandal in Bohemia' from Irene Adler's perspective. The narrative follows Irene's adventures as a skilled investigator and opera singer, with her companion Penelope Nell, as they get entangled in mysteries involving historical figures like Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker. The writing style is reminiscent of Arthur Conan Doyle's works, with a focus on character development and clever storytelling that adds depth to the Holmesian canon.
By night, when gaslights glitter through the fog and the cobblestones gleam like bootblack, London seems a landscape glimpsed in some Arabian Nights tale. By day the effect is more commonplace, as the... - #5
Save:The Chemist by Stephenie Meyer is a fast-paced thriller following the story of Alex, an ex-agent on the run from her former employers who want her dead. When offered a chance to walk away clean, Alex agrees to one last job which leads to a series of dangerous events involving espionage, suspense, and unexpected twists. The book is praised for its intricate plot, engaging writing style, and the development of a strong and resourceful female protagonist surrounded by interesting characters.
Today’s errand had become routine for the woman who was currently calling herself Chris Taylor. She’d gotten up much earlier than she liked, then dismantled and stowed her usual nighttime precautions....
