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As a writer, LINDSAY MCKENNA feels that telling a story is a way to share how she sees the world she lives in. Love is the greatest healer of all and the books she creates are parables that underline this belief. Working with flower essences, another gentle healer, she devotes part of her life to the world of nature to help ease people’s suffering. She knows that the right words can heal and that a story can be a catalyst in a person’s life. And in some way she hopes that her books may educate and lift the reader in a positive manner. She can be reached at www.lindsaymckenna.com.
Step into a world of sophistication and glamour, where sinfully seductive heroes await you in luxurious international locations.Dare she disobey the King?Kiara Fredrick is living an ordinary life until, one whirlwind romance with Sheikh Azrin and the largest diamond ring in the Khatan desert later, Kiara discovers that not only is she a princess but she’s also become public property overnight. As Azrin stands to take the throne, Kiara discovers that royal life might be enough to destroy their once strong marriage…But Kings of Khatan do not divorce – and Queens of Khatan should know better than to ask… Can Kiara remain defiant in the face of a craving hotter than the scorching desert sands?
An inconvenient arrangement… To safeguard her family’s future Natalie Carr must make a deal with the devil – Ludo Petrakis. She doesn’t trust him, but the energy between them leaves her breathless and powerless. So Natalie agrees to his outlandish proposition: travel to Greece as his fiancée! Natalie can see the cracks in Ludo’s unshakeable control as the lines between pretence and reality blur.In a challenge to his terms she longs to expose the shadows behind his eyes, and it’s getting harder and harder to resist the smouldering tension between them…‘Vivid landscapes and an exotic tone set the story alight from page one!’ – Sian, 47, Warrington www.maggiecox.co.uk
Exacting his revenge…in the bedroom!Sophie Watts is mortified when she crashes into billionaire Matias Rivero’s luxury sports car. But even worse is his proposition that she work off her debt by becoming his chef for a glamorous weekend party at his mansion!Having Sophie at his beck and call is a golden opportunity for Matias to find out everything there is to know about her father—the man who ruined his family. He’ll seduce the truth out of her and exact his revenge… Except Matias doesn’t count on their passion having unexpected nine-month consequences!
When ambitious reporter David Carlson was assigned a story on her fledgling literacy center, Erin Kelly was nearly swept off her feet by his keen intelligence and incisive remarks. But the story uncovered agonizing memories Erin thought long buried and feelings she struggled to hide. Then a deadly shooting placed David's life in danger, and everything changed.While Erin's courage and spirit rocked David's natural cynicism to its core, they each needed to overcome the past if they were to have a future together. Teaching David to open his heart to God's love just might be Erin's most important lesson yet.
In the middle of a busy hospital emergency room, Dr. Ana Ramirez couldn't help but notice orderly Mike Fuller's quick skills and impressive bedside manner.And, yes, his very good looks. So she proposed a simple cup of coffee to talk about his future, never expecting to find herself wishing she were a part of it…But until Fuller could talk about his past– about family secrets, sacrifices and the faith that pulled him through– his future was on hold. As was any relationship with Ana. Or was it?
Meg Talbot had prayed for Mr. Right, but it seemed she was destined to remain manless.Until her childhood crush - and her best friend's brother - sauntered back into her life…. Rebel Ry Brennan preferred being an EMT in NYC to joining the family's practice. His impulsive return to California was one surprise, and the newly converted Christian was in for another: Meg was all grown up…and gorgeous!Their relationship soon blossomed. But when she learned Ry planned to become a doctor, Meg was stunned and disappointed - she'd dreamed of a husband who was always around, unlike her own father. Could Ry convince her that despite long hours of residency their love could flourish?
THE PADOVA PEARLS
WIFE BY APPROVAL THE BEJEWELLED BRIDE
Dear Reader
As Mills & Boon celebrate their centenary in 2008, this is a great time to acknowledge how much pleasure and romance they have brought to their readers worldwide, and to say a big ‘thank you’ for the small part they have allowed me to play in their success.
It’s over fifteen years since they accepted my first story, and I was warmly welcomed into the fold. Since then, backed by a wonderful team of dedicated people, I’ve written thirty-five books for Mills & Boon, and had a great deal of fun and excitement doing it.
A Royal Mistress Elizabeth Lambard was to become known as the notorious whore, 'Jane Shore' — lover of King Edward IV. The day Lord Hastings came into her husband's shop, Elizabeth saw a vital opportunity to separate herself from her dull, impotent husband, William Shore. The handsome stranger might be her only chance to partake in the dance of desire and annul her marriage. She did not, however, foresee her introduction to the King of England, nor her future at his side…and in his bed.From this unlikely alliance, Elizabeth is granted severance from Shore, and flourishes due to the Yorkist King's admiration. But her new position comes at a terrible price — her family shun her, the people of London label her a harlot and the White Queen's family are powerful enemies.So long as King Edward and Hastings stay close, Elizabeth is safe. But her beloved Ned falls ill and Richard III’s supporters gather. Can Elizabeth’s beauty keep her out of trouble? Or will it lead her to the hangman’s noose?‘Rich and vivid… Passion, drama, glamour and wit turn this story of a woman who challenges her world into an unforgettable experience.’ –ANNA CAMPBELL International bestselling historical romance author
‘Nothing’s happened—yet,’ he said quietly. ‘I just wanted to warn you, Alec’s going to ask Jenni to marry him this evening, and he wanted my blessing. I thought you should know.’
So the time had come. Maisie’s heart sank. For the last three years, ever since her baby had started dating the gentle, humorous Alec Cooper with his smouldering eyes and teasing sense of fun, she’d been waiting for this moment, and now it was here. Her legs felt like jelly, her heart was pounding, her mouth was dry, and she wanted to scream, ‘No! She’s too young! Don’t let her, she’s not ready …’
A summer on a Greek island is just what grad student Cara Sokol needs to jumpstart her nonexistent sex life.Too bad she's sworn off Greek men forever, because she can't take her eyes off Yannis Petrides' sixpack abs and sultry eyes. But Cara's not going to get away that easily. In fact, some of Yannis's daydreams would make even Aphrodite blush.So if his fiery redhead wants an Xrated fling, he won't deny iteven if she is hiding something more than her burning desire. . .
She almost looked as if she slept, except… The trident had pierced through her. And the snow-white gown was turning ever more crimson. Four years ago, while vacationing at their country estate in Scotland, Jon Stuart watched his wife plummet from the balcony to a horrific death. Although cleared of any involvement, he's endured years of public suspicion–losing friends and his good standing in the community.But this was no accident, and now he's determined to prove it was murder. Orchestrating a dangerous plan, Jon has gathered the prime suspects at the scene of the crime. The stage is set as past and present collide, old lovers reunite…and a killer plots another perfect crime.
Gorgeous undercover spy Gage is in Venice tracking a notorious agent. And he’s keeping her under his up-close and personal surveillance!But the more he gets to know Holly, the more he knows she isn’t his target. Except in bed, that is…
He doesn’t do for ever… British billionaire Warwick Kincaid likes to take risks – though they don’t include marriage and children. Twelve months is his limit when it comes to relationships. Warwick asks beautiful Sydney receptionist Amber Roberts to move into his luxury penthouse, and she dares to hope he might have changed…But after they’ve been together ten months Warwick starts to act cold and withdrawn. Is Amber’s time up, just like the women before her? The chemistry between them remains white-hot, and she finds it hard to believe that her time with Warwick is really over…
World-famous writer Jenna Whitmore has her share of fans. She just never thought one would be out for blood. There’s only one man she can trust, VIP security expert Marc O’Halloran. He left her once without a word, so how can she ask him for help now?
Prince Antonio Michael Paul Mickovich Dillonetti blew in and out of our ibeloved Perry Square at record speed (three months ago. We all thought he'd come to visit his sweet sister, Parker, but instead he was spotted strolling arm in arm with her best gal pal, Cara Phillips.The quiet bookstore owner might keep it all bottled up but the expressions on both their faces said it all! Well, now the kismet couple is about to be reunited in the future (king's homeland…. And, according to our source, Cara has some "news" that sure explains the king-to-be's swift departure….