Showing results by narrator "Victoria" in All Categories

From their first touch New Orleans tarot card reader, Rachel Gregory, and rough-and-tumble entrepreneur, Jake Harper, recognize a strange psychic synergy between them. When they meet at the scene of a murder, they quickly discover an overwhelming sexual pull that grows with the thoughts and memories they unexpectedly share. Accused of the killing, Rachel and Jake go on the run.

I screwed my best friend’s little sister. When I promised I’d take care of her, this wasn’t what I had in mind. Especially after a bad turn in Afghanistan put him six feet under. I’ve done the unthinkable, and I don’t know what’s worse. That I didn’t know or that I’m not sorry. Because she’s all grown up now. She revs me up hotter than a sunset ride. Even if she’s not meant for me, or the MC life. I’m dark where she’s pure. A killer where she’s kind. But in the sack, we’re dynamite. The dirty, hot AF kind.

Lakin Hale, true crime writer and victim of an attack that left her for dead, helps crime solvers and victims close cold cases, yet there is one crime she hasn't been able to solve: her own. As she embarks on a new case, working closely with Special Agent Rhys Nolan, the details of the murder begin to eerily resemble the event that nearly ended her life. A silhouette of a man haunts her dreams, but there were only two people there that night - Lakin and her murderer. Is the phantom hero who pulled her from the water a delusion, or is he the only one who can unlock her dark memories?

'Utterly captivating. Perfect for fans of The Marlow Murder Club Mysteries' Michael Wood, bestselling crime fiction author 'A humorous, gripping cosy mystery story that every crime fiction lover will really enjoy' Fiona Leitch, bestselling cosy crime author Nothing is deadlier than angry...

What happens when the guy you fall for first year is your family's oldest enemy? And the only sleep you get is when you lie with the dead? Rayne Phillips is about to find out. As if going off to college isn't hard enough, Rayne discovers she has other challenges that are far more important than maintaining her GPA. She learns the fate of the world has been placed on her seemingly incapable shoulders. Add in the creepy whispers that taunt her in her sleep each night, and it's looking like a tough first year. In the haze of her dreams, she hears them,You're dead.

Justine und ihre Freunde ahnen, dass Präsidentin Sharp die Drahtzieherin der Verschwörung ist und ihre eigene Agenda verfolgt. Als Helix-19 von seiner Zeitreise zurückkehrt, bestätigen sich ihre schlimmsten Vermutungen. Die Präsidentin ist für ihre Ziele bereit, die Bewohner "Antanas" zu opfern. Justine und den anderen bleibt nur wenig Zeit, um eine schreckliche Katastrophe zu verhindern, die das Schicksal der gesamten Menschheit besiegeln könnte.

Die Enthüllungen von Sarah McCall und die Ankunft des neuen Feindes verändern das Gleichgewicht der Kräfte in der Milchstraße endgültig. Auf der Nova-Station muss Isa Jansen alles tun, damit die Rebellen überleben können. Dazu gehört es, logistische Probleme zu bewältigen, Offizieren zur Seite zu stehen, die alles verloren haben und um die neue Verfassung der Solaren Republik zu kämpfen. Gleichzeitig erreicht die HYPERION das andere Ende des TRION-Tunnels und begibt sich auf die Suche nach Antworten. In einer feindlichen Zukunft kämpft Commander Noriko Ishida für das Wohl ihrer Crew.

Great castles are invaluable historical artifacts, that give us an incredible window into the medieval world. Castles were part of the very fabric of medieval society, and profoundly influenced the political, economic, demographic, and social evolution of Europe. In the 24 compelling lectures of Great Castles of Europe, Professor Victoria L. McAlister, of Towson University guides you through the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance, highlighting outstanding and historically significant castles of these extraordinary times.

Lea Trello doesn't have a life outside of work. She was raised under strict circumstances to be a safe and restrained young woman. And at the age of 25, Lea is downright miserable. With no friends, no dating, and no hobbies, the accountant finds herself wishing for a different life. Little does she know, a goddess is nearby, listening to her words. One night while scrubbing a bathroom, Lea suddenly finds herself in the presence of Ruka the Wolf Goddess. The divine being reveals she was slain by her greatest foe, the Bear God.

Everything in life has a price. Nothing is ever freely gifted. The universe always comes, whether in the brightest, cheek-aching second of the day or the darkest, most plaintive hour of the night, to collect its payment. To rattle and shake your world. To slither into the illusion of Eden painted by strokes of lies and deceit. And I had left the door open for it, welcoming the thief into my house to steal what was dearest to me. Even if I had done every unthinkable, irrational, detestable thing to prevent it.

Fiercely loyal to his friends and comrades, Ewan Mostyn is the toughest in a group of younger sons of nobility who met as soldiers and are now trying desperately to settle back into peaceful Society. Ewan trusts his brawn more than his brains, but when he's offered a job watching the Duke of Ridlington's stubbornly independent daughter, he finds both are challenged. Lady Lorraine wants none of her father's high-handed ways, and she'll do everything in her power to avoid her distressingly attractive bodyguard - until she lands herself in real trouble.

Mating is a matter of politics for Night, not the heart. To prevent a forced union that will plunge the Lunar Court into war, he must find and bond his true mate. When he lays eyes on Rain, he knows the shy forest witch is the bond mate he's been searching for. Unprepared for the intensity of his attraction, Night makes an offer that would keep his priorities straight and his court safe: a marriage of convenience. Any eligible woman—mortal and immortal alike—would leap at the chance to become the powerful duke's bride. But Rain isn't interested.

Spanning time, styles, and traditions, a dazzling collection of essential works from 140 Latine writers, scholars, and activists from across the world—from warrior poet Audre Lorde to novelist Edwidge Danticat and performer and author Elizabeth Acevedo and artist/poet Cecilia...

It's now or never for Gemma, will she finally be able to step away from a life of crime? Mob boss Alfie has new rivals in town – and they might be more than a match for the Essex gangster. Between defending his turf, appeasing his crime lord father and holding onto the woman of his dreams, Alfie knows that something's got to give... Nathan's recovering from his coma and trying to come to terms with his wife's bombshell secret – that her son Luca was fathered by Alfie. Unconvinced of Gemma's loyalty, he turns to his estranged ex-con father for help.

Mabel Sheffield is too tall, or so she believes. It's one of the reasons she has given up on finding a husband and instead, embraces her role as a spinster, dedicating her days to managing her grandmother's estate and her seven-year-old sister. But when Liam MacKenzie shows up at her house to stay for the summer, she's unsure if she can keep her resolve. The problem: He's the other reason she's a spinster.

Essential Green Roof Construction is a comprehensive, in-depth guide to building simple green roofs for houses and small buildings. Packed with detailed photos, illustrations, case studies, and code compliance advice, it offers clear step-by-step instructions necessary to create your own living roof on a new build or as a retrofit. Where common sense meets beauty—a green roof is a system of layers that work together to support plant life, insulate homes, and make the world a greener place.

Too often, the public abortion debate depicts the experience of ending a pregnancy in falsely simplistic terms. Anti-abortion activists falsely contend that abortion is always emotionally damaging for the pregnant person, while pro-choice activists focus on honoring bodily autonomy and personal conscience. In particular, the pro-choice movement fails to acknowledge that some people experience abortion as a kind of loss. A Complicated Choice addresses the fact that abortion stigma is ubiquitous, even among those who identify as pro-choice.

It will take more than blind luck to turn this game around. When Allison reunites with Todd, the pleasure of being together is quickly tempered by the pain of her family’s disappointment. And as her parents reject both her independence and her choices, Allison quickly becomes estranged from them just as she should be the happiest she’s ever been. Though Todd has no plans of folding on Allison again, the pressure from her family is difficult to overcome. He’d like to show everyone his cards once and for all, but playing for keeps is the riskiest move of all.

Having embraced her deepest fantasies in an all-or-nothing game with Todd, Allison struggles to regain her composure when he leaves her heartbroken and alone. She’s determined to play the hand she was dealt, which means holding her head high and keeping up appearances for the sake of her family’s expectations. As she gets back in the game with Roger and moves in with her friend Diana, her painful past slowly becomes manageable. Asserting her independence certainly helps. But dating someone who would have been perfect for the old Allison just isn’t her idea of moving on.

Office sex stories always bring hot fantasies to mind, and this collection of workplace sex erotica has all the fantasies you want. If you’re looking for rough office sex, reluctant office sex, first anal office sex, office sex gangbangs, or office sex domination, click the "Buy" button right away! This red-hot collection will have you reeling!