[bksvol-discuss] Fw: Romance August 2008
- From: "Amber Wallenstein" <amber.wallens@xxxxxxxxx>
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- Date: Mon, 4 Aug 2008 10:20:49 -0400
"Who so loves, believes the impossible."
~ Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861), English poet
New and Recently Released!
Your Scandalous Ways - by Loretta Chase
Publisher: Avon
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Pub Date: 6/1/2008
ISBN: 9780061231247
ISBN-10: 006123124X
Historical Regency. British aristocrat James Cordier is an expert at
"retrieving" items for the Crown, but this spy extraordinaire has grown tired
of his
unconventional lifestyle. After one final assignment, he'll leave Venice,
return to England, and find a nice, normal woman to marry. But this last mission
requires the cooperation of Francesca Bonnard, which makes things rather
complicated for Cordier. As Europe's most sought-after courtesan, Francesca
trusts
no man, least of all a sexy spy who wants more from her than she ever thought
she could give. Get ready for a delightfully scandalous romp through regency
Europe in this newest offering from the author of Lord of Scoundrels.
Not Another Bad Date - by Rachel Gibson
Publisher: Avon
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Pub Date: 6/1/2008
ISBN: 9780061178047
ISBN-10: 0061178047
Contemporary Romance. Adele Harris has found success as an author, but her love
life is so terrible that she's beginning to believe she's cursed. Well...she
might be right. When Adele returns to her hometown of Cedar Creek, Texas, to
help her pregnant sister, she discovers she's not the only one who's back
in town: Zach Zemaitis, former pro football player--and her former
boyfriend--is now coaching the high school football team. Nothing has gone
right in
the love department since Zach dumped her--would a new relationship with him
break the curse, or will it only break her heart?
Blue Smoke and Murder - by Elizabeth Lowell
Publisher: William Morrow
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Pub Date: 6/1/2008
ISBN: 9780060829858
ISBN-10: 0060829850
Romantic Suspense. River guide Jill Breck is used to taking care of herself,
but when she begins receiving death threats, she realizes it's time to call
in the experts for help. Zach Balfour freelances for a high-end security firm,
and he's not too pleased with his new "baby-sitting" assignment. But when
he meets Jill, he realizes it's going to be much more enjoyable than he
expected. However, he also realizes that someone will stop at nothing to ensure
that the paintings she inherited from her great-aunt are never authenticated.
Check out Blue Smoke and Murder for its up-close look at the art world in
a sizzling Southwestern setting.
Trust Me - by Brenda Novak
Publisher: Harlequin Books
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Pub Date: 6/1/2008
ISBN: 9780778324126
ISBN-10: 0778324125
Romantic Suspense. Four years ago, Skye Kellerman managed to defend herself
against Oliver Burke, a rapist and murderer who attacked her in her own home.
Inspired by this horrific experience, Skye created Last Stand, an organization
dedicated to helping victims of violent attacks and teaching self-defense.
Now, the formerly imprisoned Burke has cut a deal and is once again on the
streets. Skye knows that he has not forgotten her, and it seems only Detective
David Willis understands the danger he presents. Together, they race to stop
Burke before he can strike again. Trust Me is both a passionate love story
and a chilling account of the far-reaching effects of violence.
First Chapter
The Lost Duke of Wyndham - by Julia Quinn
Publisher: Avon
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Pub Date: 6/1/2008
ISBN: 9780060876104
ISBN-10: 0060876107
Historical Regency. When former solider turned rakish highwayman Jack Audley
tries to rob a carriage one dark night, he ends up getting kidnapped by the
dowager Duchess of Wyndham, who insists that Jack is her long-lost grandson and
the rightful Duke of Wyndham. Serving as the duchess' uncertain accomplice
is her young companion, Grace Eversleigh, who finds herself irresistibly drawn
to Jack's quick wit and debonair charm. But if Jack becomes a duke, could
he ever marry a girl like her? Publishers Weekly writes that author Julia Quinn
"delivers complex, multifaceted characters who come vividly to life."
Lover Enshrined: A Novel of the Black Dagger Brotherhood - by J.R. Ward
Publisher: Signet
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Pub Date: 6/3/2008
ISBN: 9780451222725
ISBN-10: 0451222725
Paranormal Romance. In the 6th book in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series,
Phury, the Primale who is responsible for breeding a new generation of vampire
warriors, is unsure of his ability--or his desire--to fulfill his destiny, and
Cormia, his Chosen First Mate, knows she will settle for nothing less than
his entire heart. Meanwhile, the Omega, who's determined to destroy the vampire
race, is growing stronger every day, and an all-out war looms ever closer.
Fans of the series will enjoy the return not just of Phury and Cormia, but also
of the vampire trainees John Matthew, Ohuinn, and Blaylock.
Great Books You May Have Missed
Secrets of a Proper Lady - by Victoria Alexander
Publisher: Avon
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Pub Date: 10/1/2007
ISBN: 9780060882648
ISBN-10: 0060882646
Historical Romance. While Lady Cornelia Bannister enjoys life as an independent
single woman, her father isn't too pleased that his 25-year-old daughter
shows no interest in finding a husband. Against her wishes, he arranges a
marriage for her with American entrepreneur Daniel Sinclair. Cordelia sets up
an encounter with Sinclair's secretary, Warren Lewis, in order to learn more
about her betrothed, whom she's never met. Pretending to be her companion,
Sarah, she meets Mr. Lewis, who's rather alarmingly attractive. Little does she
know--Mr. Lewis is really Daniel in disguise! If you love witty banter
and mistaken identities, be sure to check out this 3rd entry in the Last Man
Standing series.
First Chapter
Morning Light - by Catherine Anderson
Publisher: Signet
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Pub Date: 1/2/2008
ISBN: 9780451222770
ISBN-10: 0451222776
Paranormal Romance. When Loni MacEwen bumps into Clint Harrigan in an Oregon
grocery store, she encounters more than just a rugged cowboy--she finds the
man she's seen in visions all her life. She tries to tell him that her latest
visions have shown her that his son is in danger, but Clint, a devout Catholic,
refuses to believe her. After all, he doesn't even have a son...or does he? As
events unfold just as Loni has predicted, Clint finally admits she may be
right. Together they search for the mysterious boy--and give in to an
attraction that's been simmering since long before they even met.
Wizard's Daughter - by Catherine Coulter
Publisher: Jove Books
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Pub Date: 12/18/2007
ISBN: 9780515143942
ISBN-10: 0515143944
Paranormal Historical. When she was just a child, Rosalind de la Fontaine was
found nearly beaten to death in an alley by Ryder Sherbrooke, who brought
her to his home and raised her as his foster daughter. Now, during her first
London Season, she meets Nicholas Vail, the dashing Earl of Mountjoy, and
instantly falls in love. As their passion for each other grows, Rosalind and
Nicholas discover that Rosalind is at the very center of a centuries-old
mystery--one
that will lead them to a fantastical land unlike anything either could have
imagined.
Beyond Seduction - by Stephanie Laurens
Publisher: Avon Books
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Pub Date: 9/1/2007
ISBN: 9780060839253
ISBN-10: 0060839252
Historical Regency. After his attempts to find a wife in London come to
nothing, Gervase Tregarth, the handsome Earl of Crowhurst, promises his sisters
that he'll look closer to their Cornish home for his prospective bride. But to
protect himself from their matchmaking fervor, he insists that he will only
marry a woman who meets certain requirements, including compatibility. Enter
the lovely Madeline Gascoigne, who's been raising her younger brothers on
a nearby estate. Nicholas is drawn to Madeline, but he insists they must first
discover if they're compatible--in every way. As Madeline succumbs to Gervase's
many charms, it's clear he's more than met his match.
First Chapter
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