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In a sweeping narrative encompassing political intrigue, illicit love affairs and even a murder mystery, Nancy Goldstone tells the riveting story of a queen who lost her throne, and of her four defiant daughters. Elizabeth Stuart's (1596-1662) marriage to a German count far below her rank was arranged with the understanding that her father, James I of England, would help his new son-in-law achieve the crown of Bohemia. The terrible betrayal of this promise would ruin 'the Winter Queen', as Elizabeth would forever be known, imperil the lives of those she loved and launch a war that would last thirty years.

Los Angeles super sleuth Natalie North is fed up with catching cheating husbands red-handed and reporting back to their wives, complete with incriminating photos. Quick-witted and sharp, Natalie yearns to use her investigative skills to solve real crimes, the grittier the better. When a dead...

This time, Emily and Jake travel to the 1850s and meet Harriet Tubman. Ms. Tubman was on her way North with slaves she had freed.. It was a dangerous trip. They could not be discovered and she told Emily and Jake they must go with them. The kids were afraid they may hae to walk go all the way to...

The Time Travel Kids have a 'Bring a Professional to School Day,' and they decide to bring someone from the past to the present. They brought Lionel, a professional dancer, to the present. He was the only dancer in the group. But when the performance begins, so does the chaos, ending with the...

Luli's First Autumn is a heartwarming children's story about an eight-year-old Cuban immigrant experiencing her first autumn in Illinois. After growing up in Marianao, Cuba, where the seasons are very different, Luli is fascinated by the brilliant red, orange, and yellow leaves she sees on her...

"I have a duty to warn you: do not expect anything from Benjamin Scarsdale. And above all, do not lose your heart to him."Lady Charlotte Aston was never taught how to fire a pistol. She was certainly never taught how to partake in a duel. And so, she never considered the possibility that she...

Cuando Ruth llegó a Londres mes y medio atrás para visitar a su mejor amiga, Aileen, nunca se imaginó que se vería envuelta en una guerra entre seres ancestrales creados por los dioses Vanir y Aesir. Después de un tiempo amoldándose a su nueva realidad, los traumas y las voces del pasado han regresado para atormentarla y, poco a poco, le están robando la razón. Hacía mes y medio que Adam no dormía.

Der reiche Kanadier Zac Lawson sieht aus wie ein Filmstar! Für einen wie ihn bin ich garantiert nicht schön genug, glaubt Rachel. Zu einem Wochenende auf dem Land lädt er sie bestimmt nur ein, weil er sich gern mit ihr unterhält. Doch dann geraten sie unterwegs in einen Schneesturm...

Sie wird auf gar keinen Fall zu einer weiteren Kerbe in seinem Bettpfosten werden! Als Alice ihre neue Stelle als persönliche Assistentin von Gabriel Cabrera antritt, weiß sie um den Ruf ihres Chefs: Eiskalt und berechnend soll er sein und seine bisherigen Sekretärinnen mehr nach dem Aussehen...

Italien, Land der Liebe? Nicht für Connor Benson! Der Sicherheitsexperte ist in Monte Calanetti, um letzte Vorbereitungen für die Promihochzeit des Jahres zu treffen - nicht um den verlockenden Reizen seiner Zimmerwirtin Isabella zu verfallen. Als er sie zu einem romantischen Picknick einlädt...

A reclusive young woman moves into what seems like the perfect apartment and is obsessively drawn to her mysterious neighbor, who keeps a lush garden and is hiding a deadly secret . . . Eat the Ones You Love meets Wilder Girls in this sensual, sapphic, botanical horror novella from the New York...

The Scarlata Empire has risen, but for the angel of the blood kingdom, peace never lasts long. Jessiah has spent the last two years commanding a new army of vampyres, so when a neighboring kingdom threatens their home, he is ready to strike. But his king and queen hesitate to dive into a new war...

Während Tom und Mimi damit beschäftigt sind, herauszufinden, welche Körperteile das Geistermädchen feststofflich werden lassen muss, um möglichst lange World Of WerWizards zocken zu können, ist Oma Käthe in großer Sorge: Richterin Amalia und Herr Erdmann haben sie darum gebeten, ein mächtiges Artefakt auf dem Dachboden zu verstecken. Und das läuft mal wieder nicht ganz so, wie geplant…

Ana Bacon, a beautiful young wife and mother, tumbled off a cruise ship into dark and deadly waters. Ana is gone—leaving behind her wealthy husband and adorable daughter—but not everything about her disappearance adds up. What secrets did she leave behind? Investigator Ryan Monahan is a numbers man. So when his company sends him the Bacon case, which could net a ten-million-dollar payout, Monahan doubts that her death is just a tragic accident. But the husband has a substantial alibi and a number of witnesses claim to have seen Ana fall, and the official ruling seems to hold up.

Easy French Phrase Book is your practical companion for mastering essential French phrases to enhance your travel experience in France. Whether you're strolling through the charming streets of Paris, enjoying the delights of French cuisine, or exploring the countryside, speaking the local language can make your journey more meaningful and memorable.

Only the boldest of ladies risks her heart and her reputation . . . THE FIRST BOOK IN THE STATELY SCANDALS SERIES 1826. At first sight, Ellen Turner does not seem the type to elope with a stranger. So when the young heriess vanishes from her boarding school in the arms of the rugged scoundrel...

A collection of the year’s best mystery and suspense short fiction selected by New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger and series editor Steph Cha. “This form has a special kind of magic, the ability to transport you quickly, intensely, to capture character, time, place, and story with...

Il lavoro di un giudice non ha mai fine. La battaglia di Galen's Vale si è conclusa, ma la guerra per il futuro dell'Impero è appena cominciata. In senato, i patrizi si esprimono apertamente contro l'imperatore, mentre i fanatici predicano la santa vendetta per le strade.

Lucy survives a serious accident when she is six years old, leaving her with no memories of her life. After a year in the hospital, Lucy must reconnect with her family and friends, starting her life anew while learning to live with a broken mind and shattered memories. Years later, her friends...

Schöner Schein - oder tatsächlich Liebe? Als Sophie ihren Jugendfreund Luka Cavaliere bittet, sich als ihr Bräutigam auszugeben, hat sie nur eins im Sinn: den letzten Wunsch ihres Vaters zu erfüllen. Bis Luka sie in Rom mit einem ungeahnt leidenschaftlichen Kuss überrascht...