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Nothing makes a man more lonely than his secrets. The same might be said for women. Godfrey, Viscount Thorncastle, has a secret he’d rather not tell anyone, including the woman for whom he has held a candle for more than 20 years. Elise Burroughs Batey, the widow of Lord Lancaster, has had enough of marriage, but pining for the chance at motherhood, she may just have to consider Godfrey’s proposal. If he can just get it right. The man has some preconceived notions about his true love, none of which are true. But then, she has some of the same notions about him.

The second novel from the critically acclaimed New York Times–bestselling author Chang-rae Lee. His remarkable debut novel was called "rapturous" (The New York Times Book Review), "revelatory" (Vogue), and "wholly innovative" (Kirkus Reviews). It was the recipient of six major awards...

Humans and Mystics have been at war for as long as Kala can remember. For this reason, contact with any of the magical creatures that inhabit the forest near her home is punishable by death. So when an elf rescues her from being kidnapped by his brother, she has good reason to question his motives. That is, until she learns the truth: that it was a human who killed her mother, not a Mystic, and that she and the whole kingdom are being lied to. But confiding in the wrong person opens old wounds, and Kala must choose between her family and a blossoming romance....

Newbery Medalist Lynne Rae Perkins introduces two irresistible sisters—Alix and Jools—and takes readers on an unforgettable vacation to the beach. This is a joyful celebration of sisters, family, friendship, and the ocean. The Wall Street Journal said, “Ocean meets sky meets two young...

There have been numerous books about the why, when, and where of slavery in America, but there is a dearth of material exposing what slavery was actually like. In The Great Stain, researcher Noel Rae frames firsthand accounts from former slaves, slave owners, and even African slavers. Rae exposes the commerce and culture of slavery, not only from an economic or moral standpoint but also through multitudinous perspectives within it: a young girl is beaten after being accused of stealing a piece of candy, a slave ship's surgeon recounts brutal treatment and squalid conditions.

Having lost her husband in the Battle of Ligny, Lady Lydia Barrymore is determined to resume her work for the Foreign Office when her mourning period is over. She's spent a year solving puzzles and assembling dissected maps to maintain her skills. Her first assignment has her perplexed, though - do what she must to help a fellow operative recover his sanity. Although she finds the man rather beautiful, Sir Donald has also proved most annoying.

In this remarkable culinary biography, Rae Katherine Eighmey presents Benjamin Franklin's experimentation with food throughout his life. At age 16, he began dabbling in vegetarianism. In his early 20s, citing the health benefits of water over alcohol, he convinced his printing press colleagues to abandon their traditional breakfast of beer and bread for "water gruel", a kind of porridge he enjoyed. Franklin is known for his scientific discoveries, including electricity and the lightning rod, and his curiosity and logical mind extended to the kitchen.

The Earl of Fennington has a secret identity - that of Mr. Pepperidge, editor of London's premiere gossip rag, The Tattler. While attending a garden party as Fennington, he meets and falls in love with an earl's daughter. The attraction is mutual, for despite knowing better, Lady Emelia allows him to kiss her behind a hedgerow. Who will know but them? When the earl asks permission to marry Emelia, her father denies him, requiring him instead to court Emelia for eight weeks. He's only allowed to see her once each week, however. Desperate to spend more time with her, Fennington devises a scheme in which he'll be able to do just that, but in disguise. Emelia will have to meet Mr. Pepperidge in the park once a week to provide him the on-dit she hears whilst paying calls in Mayfair parlors. That, or he'll print the news of her kiss with Fennington in The Tattler!

Fear is all in the mind.... But Mia's nightmares become a reality when she and her troubled sister, Jamie, inherit their deceased uncle's house and experience phenomena that extends way beyond a typical haunting. Only Mia's infant daughter is aware of the sinister presence of a man that roams freely about the house, but it's Jamie who has become the subject of the entity's torment. No one's secrets stay buried for long, and the psychological abuse that the family are forced to endure soon turns physical.

Pumpkin is delicious, and extremely popular in the fall season. It seems like every restaurant and coffee shop has something with pumpkin on the menu. In this book, you will find 26 delicious and quick pumpkin recipes. They are all vegan, healthy, and easy to make. There are snacks, smoothies, breakfast foods, and more.

"How high does this chair go?" is a question Boone Butterfinkle will never ask his barber again. The chair doesn't stop until a vortex sucks Boone through the ceiling, thrusting him into a world equipped to stop his bullying. If only Brianne Watchler hadn't gone from geeky to drop-dead-gorgeous overnight and refused to be his girl, Boone wouldn't have wreaked havoc on every boy who looked her way. Now he's in a world that specializes in deprogramming bullies by turning them into robots, and Boone's their main target.

Perfect for anyone who wants to eat a healthy meal or snack but has very little time to spare. 42 Vegan Protein Shakes and Smoothies: Quick, Easy and Perfect for Clean Eating is all about feeling good and becoming healthier while also making a meal quicker and easier. What is a solution? Smoothies and protein shakes! Besides just being a healthy meal, they are also convenient because they can be consumed at any time during the day.

Do you get bored at the gym? Do you need other ideas to get some exercise besides just a cardio machine? Or are you short on time and just need a plan so you can maximize your cardio workout? This book answers these questions. Enjoy, and I hope this book gives you some fun ideas for your next trip to the gym.

Are you looking for a healthy and easy way to enjoy ice cream? This book is jam packed with 56 guilt-free banana ice cream recipes. Nice cream is a simple and healthy treat, perfect for the hot days of summer or just for a sweet treat.

When archeologist Dr. Stewart Jones, a duke, goes missing and is feared dead while searching for an important Greek artifact, explorer Harold Tennison, Earl of Everly, is pressed into service by fellow members of the Royal Society to find him. Since Harry has already planned an expedition to the Cyclades to search for rare birds and flowers, he sets off for the Aegean to begin his quest. On his last visit to Delos, Harry was blessed with a visit from a young woman - his very own version of Aphrodite.

Like most people, Kimberly Rae Miller does not have the perfect body, but that hasn't stopped her from trying. And trying. And trying some more. Her first attempt to use food to change her body came at age four, when she learned that the Inuit ate fat to stay warm in the winter. If this diet worked in the Arctic, she reasoned, why not in Long Island? Postcollege, after a brief stint as a diet-pill model, she became a health-and-fitness writer and editor working on celebrities' bestselling bios.

Pranks make Jordan nervous. But when a group of popular kids invites her along on a series of practical jokes, she doesn't turn them down. As the pranks begin to go horribly wrong, Jordan and her crush, Charlie, work to discover the cause of the accidents. Is the spirit of a prank victim who died 20 years earlier to blame? And can Jordan stop the final prank, or will the haunting continue?

Hope sets off on a journey which will unravel the family secrets, past and present. Will they all get through it? And will Hope have the power to do what is asked of her - to stop the past from travelling through to the future? Only her strength, knowledge and love for her family will pull her through; but what will the repercussions be for Hope and the rest of the family?

Had It is not just another "how to" book on weight loss. It is not about following a specific diet regimen - yet these secrets will help you design your ideal diet and lifestyle to enjoy exponentially more ease with weight loss than you ever thought possible.

A motivational look at what holds you back from creating something beautiful. Science fiction and mystery author Rae T. Alexander encourages you to seek out your dreams and commit to them.