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American Road Trip
Par Patrick Flores-Scott. 2018
With a strong family, the best friend a guy could ask for, and a budding romance with the girl of…
his dreams, life shows promise for Teodoro “T” Avila. But he takes some hard hits the summer before senior year when his nearly perfect brother, Manny, returns from a tour in Iraq with a devastating case of PTSD. In a desperate effort to save Manny from himself and pull their family back together, T’s fiery sister, Xochitl, hoodwinks her brothers into a cathartic road trip. Told through T’s honest voice, this is a candid exploration of mental illness, socioeconomic pressures, and the many inescapable highs and lows that come with growing up—including falling in love.Unbreakable: A Novel
Par William Cooper. 2004
From the critically acclaimed author of Six Days in January and There's Always a Reason, this eagerly anticipated novel follows…
one man's emotional journey to find love and triumph over despair.It's Valentine's Day; seven years ago, William McCall lost Linda Woodson--the woman who restored his faith and hope. Still grieving her death, he drowns his sorrows at a local bar in Manhattan, when a new woman enters his life... Keisha Gray is a Michigan schoolteacher visiting the Big Apple, and when she first meets William, they bond over their shared love for Michael Jackson. Soon they connect over much more and set out on a journey to heal their broken pasts. William is still trying to get over his heartbreak, while Keisha is on a journey to rediscover her self-worth after the double murder of her parents. The couple travels through New York, South Carolina, and Michigan to sort through their pasts and renew their faith in God, life, and love. Highly emotional and embedded with powerful messages, Unbreakable is a love ballad that explores adversity, human connection, and what it takes to heal a broken heart.Last Exhale: A Novel
Par Julia Blues. 2014
Marriage isn’t easy—especially without honesty. In this exploration of love, intimacy, guilt, and infidelity, two people learn what happens when…
their feelings get in the way of the truth.For Sydney Holmes and Brandon Carter, love is losing its strength. Infidelity is the side effect of both of their broken marriages. Now, struggling to pick up the pieces, each is clinging to the hope that lasting love still waits for them, inside—or outside—of marriage. Sydney’s not happy. Ever since marrying the wrong man, she’s regretted her decision to marry for the ring—not for her husband. Now, nearly seven years and two kids later, it’s not so easy to walk away. When a man drops into her life who gives her the oomph she’s been missing, she may be on the verge of making another wrong decision. Brandon’s hurt. The death of his son was painful enough, but now he’s faced with losing the love of his life. No matter how hard he tries, he can’t make his wife love him. But soon the attention of another woman begins to mend his shattered ego. He moves out, and just as his new life grows comfortable, the reason his wife pushed him away surfaces, and Brandon must decide if the love they once shared is worth holding on to. Love is the muscle of marriage. Both partners have to work to keep it strong and healthy, and without it, a marriage has no chance of survival. In The Last Exhale, Sydney and Brandon uncover the truth of what it really means to love—for better or for worse.La fruta del borrachero
Par Ingrid Rojas Contreras. 2018
Un debut fascinante situado en Colombia durante la violencia devastadora de los años 90 sobre una joven protegida y una…
empleada doméstica adolescente, quienes inician una improbable amistad que amenaza con deshacerlas a ambas.La familia Santiago vive en una comunidad cerrada en Bogotá, a salvo de la inestabilidad política que aterroriza al país. Chula de siete años y su hermana mayor, Cassandra, disfrutan de una vida carente de preocupaciones, gracias a la burbuja protectora de su madre y su hogar. Sin embargo, la amenaza de secuestros, coches bomba y asesinatos se ciernen justo afuera de las fronteras límites de su vecindario, donde el divino dios de la droga, Pablo Escobar, sigue eludiendo a las autoridades y captando la atención de la nación.Cuando su madre contrata a Petrona, una empleada doméstica proveniente de un pobre barrio ocupado por la guerrilla, Chula hace de su misión el entender los misterios que rodean a Petrona. Pero el comportamiento inusual de Petrona revela mucho más que su timidez. Es una mujer joven que se derrumba bajo la carga de mantener a su familia, mientras que la fuerte oleada de su primer amor amenaza con arrastrarla en dirección opuesta. Mientras las familias de ambas chicas luchan por mantener la estabilidad en medio del conflicto que se intensifica, Petrona y Chula caen en una complicada red de secretos que las obligará a elegir entre el sacrificio y la traición.Inspirado en la propia vida de la autora y contado a través de las perspectivas alternas de la voluntariosa Chula y la dolorosamente esperanzada Petrona, La fruta del borrachero contrasta dos historias muy diferentes pero inextricables. En una prosa exuberante, Rojas Contreras arroja luz sobre las decisiones casi imposibles que enfrentan a menudo las mujeres frente a la violencia, y las conexiones inesperadas que pueden surgir a raíz de la desesperación.Grim Lovelies (Grim Lovelies #1)
Par Megan Shepherd. 2018
"A magical dash through the streets of Paris. Part caper, part fairy tale, part opulent witch society, you'll be swept…
away by all of it. GRIM LOVELIES absolutely dazzles." —Kendare Blake, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Three Dark Crowns series“A darkly enchanting saga…bound to attract fans of Leigh Bardugo, Holly Black, and more.” —Entertainment Weekly “I lost myself in this magical book.” —Stephanie Garber, New York Times bestselling author of Caraval and Legendary Seventeen-year-old Anouk envies the human world, where people known as Pretties lavish themselves in fast cars, high fashion, and have the freedom to fall in love. But Anouk can never have those things, because she is not really human. Enchanted from animal to human girl and forbidden to venture beyond her familiar Parisian prison, Anouk is a Beastie: destined for a life surrounded by dust bunnies and cinders serving Mada Vittora, the evil witch who spelled her into existence. That is, until one day she finds her mistress murdered in a pool of blood—and Anouk is accused of the crime. Now, the world she always dreamed of is rife with danger. Pursued through Paris by the underground magical society known as the Haute, Anouk and her fellow Beasties only have three days to find the real killer before the spell keeping them human fades away. If they fail, they will lose the only lives they’ve ever known…but if they succeed, they could be more powerful than anyone ever bargained for. From New York Times bestselling author Megan Shepherd, Grim Lovelies is the glittering first book in a new, epic YA fantasy series. Prepare to be spellbound by the world of Grim Lovelies, where secrets have been long buried, friends can become enemies, and everything—especially humanity—comes at a price.Couldn't Ask for More (The Southern Gentlemen #2)
Par Kianna Alexander. 2018
"A lush, beautifully written story about the indelible mark of first love. Intelligent, fresh, and utterly lovely."—KRISTAN HIGGINS for Back…
to Your LoveFake engagements are a dangerous business.Bryan James's job is on thin ice unless he can secure a contract with a popular design house. He knows his best friend's sister can help—but her terms are more than he bargained for.Alexis Devers's debut fashion line is a hit. But when Alexis's publicist tells buyers that it landed her a wealthy, gorgeous fiancé, Alexis needs to come up with one—fast. Bryan's offer to strike a deal is perfectly timed. She's more than willing—on one condition... It's the perfect plan...until feelings start getting in the way. Suddenly, the dangers of mixing business and pleasure become much more real than either of them expected.The Southern Gentlemen series: Back to Your Love (Book 1)Couldn't Ask for More (Book 2)What People Are Saying About Back to Your Love: "The romantic ride of a lifetime."—Heroes and Heartbreakers "Worth every moment...true depth of feeling."—Harlequin Junkies"A strong introduction to a new series."—RT Book Reviews, 4 StarsChampagne Life: A Novel
Par Nicole Bradshaw. 2014
Would you compromise your marriage to get out of debt? Naomi and DeShaun seem to have the perfect life, but…
when money runs low, they have to face the hard truth: Nothing lasts forever. DeShaun and Naomi think they have it all: a wonderful marriage, steady jobs, and most important, undying love for each other. It's a great life. Who could ask for more? Naomi, twenty-three, works for a bank and is steadily climbing toward a promotion--until her coworker, Jeremy, blows the whistle on her after she spurns his advances. DeShaun, twenty-nine, is a server for a high-end restaurant, where women hit on him all the time. His favorite customers are an older, wealthy couple who love DeShaun and his service--especially Jenn, the wife. DeShaun is tired of his job, so when his boss fires him for stealing, he's more than happy to walk. As money runs out, Naomi and DeShaun decide to compromise their morals, trying to stay afloat by any means necessary. Since Jenn, a wealthy wife, loves wasting money on extravagant gifts, why not have some of those gifts come their way--only until they can get on their feet? With Naomi's urging, DeShaun agrees to provide Jenn with companionship, but things take a terrible turn when he begins to fall for Jenn. Add murder into the mix, and you have a recipe for disaster. In this cunning novel of moral dilemmas and romantic intrigue, author Nicole Bradshaw shows what happens when Indecent Proposal meets Unfaithful and results in murder.Thank You, Omu!
Par Oge Mora. 2017
In this remarkable author-illustrator debut that's perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street and Extra Yarn as well…
as for the Thanksgiving season, a generous woman is rewarded by her community. Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. And one by one, Omu offers a portion of her meal. Soon the pot is empty. Has she been so generous that she has nothing left for herself? Debut author-illustrator Oge Mora brings to life a heartwarming story of sharing and community in colorful cut-paper designs as luscious as Omu's stew, with an extra serving of love. An author's note explains that "Omu" (pronounced AH-moo) means "queen" in the Igbo language of her parents, but growing up, she used it to mean "Grandma." This book was inspired by the strong female role models in Oge Mora's life. A Caldecott Honors BooksLowriders Blast from the Past (Lowriders)
Par Cathy Camper, Raul The Third. 2018
When new friends Lupe, Flapjack, and Elirio are each bullied by Las Matamoscas, they know they're going to like one…
another. When they find out they all love lowrider cars, they know they'll be friends for life. But the bullies won't leave the Lowriders alone—and they don't let any girls or babies into car clubs. Can these three determined outcasts prove they deserve to be in the car show? Humor, Spanish words, and lowrider culture come together in this heartwarming graphic novel of three friends navigating the bumpy terrain of friendship, bullying, and standing up for what you believe in. ¡Vámonos! Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.Under Wrapped: A Novel
Par Charmaine Parker. 2015
Tai, Nevada, and Candace--who cherish their sisterly bond of exotic vacations, ladies nights, and unbreakable camaraderie--reunite in this dramatic sequel…
to The Next Phase of Life.A savvy entrepreneur, happily married woman, and now the mother of a precious baby girl, Tai Wilson's life couldn't be more complete. But just when she's getting comfortable in her new lifestyle, she starts to suspect that someone is stalking her, attempting to make her world miserable. Or is her mind playing tricks on her? When things go awry, Tai recruits her intuitive sidekick, Nevada, a successful Washington, DC-based detective who took down a pair of bank robbers. But even the seasoned sleuth is in for a shock when she discovers who the culprit is... Meanwhile, fashionista Candace has been enjoying her fiancé of two years and patiently waiting for that permanent diamond on her finger. Once the ultimate pursuer of adventurous men, she was swept away by Don, a pilot who took her all over the world. But despite these pleasurable heights, she becomes disenchanted. Something is amiss and she can't figure out what's keeping him single. So just like Tai, Candace decides to call on Nevada's good instincts for her own purpose--to open the cloud surrounding her fiancé. It's another phase of life for Tai, Nevada, and Candace, and a lot of questions are up in the air: Who's trying to ruin Tai's life? How will Nevada track down the elusive stalker? And will Candace's dreams of married life ever come true? Add to the mix Tai's younger sister, who has her own complicated relationships to sort out, and life for these three girlfriends is Under Wrapped.Dare to Be Wild: A Novel (Eden Davis #3)
Par Eden Davis. 2014
The third novel in a steamy series of adventures for women of a certain age explores the sexual rebirth of…
a divorcée who discovers newfound life after cheating death. After surviving a divorce, career change, and life-altering illness, Livia Charles is two years into an intimate drought and is experiencing the dreaded, sex-is-passing-me-by-blues. Sexually conservative, but innately curious, Livia is challenged by her lusty, more adventurous friends and pinky swears that before her next birthday, she will experience at least one of her sensual fantasies. To keep her word, Livia commits to a “f--- it” list of one— to purchase and play with pleasure toys. But though her promise has been satisfied, her awakened urges have not, and as Livia’s feminine confidence grows, so does her list. With the list in hand, Livia sets out to find the lost side of herself, and in the process, learns that one woman’s “wild” can be another woman’s wonder. During this exploration of her sexy side, she meets Mitchell Maddox, an adventurous, younger gentleman who helps her finish the list and stretches the limits of both Livia’s passion and loving heart. The Eden Davis Series features girlfriends Lena Macy, Livia Charles, and Aleesa Davis. Professional women and fiercely protective friends, these three lusty ladies are there for each other through thick and thin, helping one another navigate the sexy autumn of their lives.The Eleventh Trade
Par Alyssa Hollingsworth. 2018
From debut author Alyssa Hollingsworth comes a story about living with fear, being a friend, and finding a new place…
to call home.They say you can't get something for nothing, but nothing is all Sami has. When his grandfather’s most-prized possession—a traditional Afghan instrument called a rebab—is stolen, Sami resolves to get it back. He finds it at a music store, but it costs $700, and Sami doesn’t have even one penny. What he does have is a keychain that has caught the eye of his classmate. If he trades the keychain for something more valuable, could he keep trading until he has $700? Sami is about to find out.The Eleventh Trade is both a classic middle school story and a story about being a refugee. Alyssa Hollingsworth tackles a big issue with a light touch.All the Trouble You Need: A Novel
Par Jervey Tervalon. 2003
Jervey Tervalon delivered "a marvelous read" (USA TODAY) in Dead Above Ground, his national bestselling novel of a troubled Southern…
family. Now his literary landscape shifts to the West Coast, in this compelling portrayal of a young black university professor living life on his own terms—a life entangled in the complex relationships with the women who desire him. All Jordan Davis wants is a smooth ride, speeding his Triumph along the 101, living the beautiful life among the beautiful people of Santa Barbara. But trouble seems to find him at every turn in the road. There's Trisha, the seductive twenty-two-year-old virgin from the glamorous foothills...Mary, the angry white girl whose defiance is a definite turn-on...and Daphne, an exotic, forbidden student, and keeper of shadowy secrets. They all want to define him, limit him, turn him into what they want him to be. But for Jordan, the ultimate question is what does he want out of life -- and can a man truly create a destiny that isn't defined by his race or his past?Tempting the Billionaire (Passion Grove #2)
Par Niobia Bryant. 2018
An irresistible but forbidden temptation…Betrayed by his fiancée, self-made billionaire Chance Castillo plans to sue his ex for her share…
of their million-dollar wedding. His unexpected attraction to his beautiful, brilliant new attorney sure takes his mind off his troubles. But Ngozi Johns has an ironclad rule: she never dates a client. Ngozi got where she is by following her own guidelines. Until one hot, steamy night with the gorgeous Dominican changes everything.Harlequin Kimani Romance October 2018 Box Set: An Anthology
Par Niobia Bryant, Lindsay Evans, Sherelle Green, AlTonya Washington. 2018
Looking for entertaining stories of drama, glamour and passion featuring sophisticated and sensual African American and multicultural heroes and heroines?…
Harlequin Kimani Romance brings you all this and more with these four new full-length books for one great price! SEDUCTIVE MEMORYMoonlight and PassionAlTonya WashingtonA chance encounter with Paula Starker is all entrepreneur Linus Brooks needs to try to win back the sultry Philadelphia DA. And where better to romance her than on a tropical island? But before they can share a future, Linus will have to reveal his tragic secret…A LOS ANGELES PASSIONMillionaire MogulsSherelle GreenOscar-winning screenwriter Trey Moore agrees to look after his infant nephew for two weeks. Gorgeous Kiara Woods, owner of LA’s glitziest daycare, offers help. While she’s teaching Trey babysitting 101, she’s falling hard for the millionaire. But can she risk revealing a painful truth that’s already cost her so much?HER PERFECT PLEASUREMiami StrongLindsay EvansLawyer and businessman Carter Diallo solves problems for his powerful family’s corporation. But when his influential powers fail him, the Diallos bring in PR wizard —and ex-lover—Jade Tremaine. Ten years ago, Carter left Jade emotionally devastated. Now the man known as The Magic Man must win back Jade’s trust....TEMPTING THE BILLIONAIREPassion GroveNiobia BryantBetrayed by his fiancée, self-made billionaire Chance Castillo plans to sue his ex for her share of their million-dollar wedding. His unexpected attraction to his new attorney takes his mind off his troubles. But Ngozi Johns never dates a client. Until one steamy night with the gorgeous Dominican changes everything.Madaris Family Saga Volume 2: An Anthology (Madaris Family Saga #5)
Par Brenda Jackson. 2018
The Madaris men are about to meet their matches… Don’t miss a single reader-beloved story in this unforgettable collection from…
New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson!Fire and DesireTwo years ago, geologist Corinthians Avery had brazenly set out to seduce the man she thought she loved, but to her mortification, a different person stepped out of the shower! To make matters worse the man she’s on a business trip two years later is the same smug person she’d humiliated herself in front of. If only his broad shoulders and wickedly sexy smile didn’t send her senses into flames. But when disaster strikes, they’re forced to depend on each other, and one sultry night of passion will change their lives forever….Secret LoveCelebrity actress Diamond Swain needs a peaceful place to hide out from the news-hungry paparazzi—a place like Whispering Pines. And yet from the moment she arrives at the remote Texas ranch, Diamond finds herself at odds with its rugged owner, Jake Madaris—a man who challenges her to care about more than making it to the top. True LoveCorporate executive Shayla Kirkland has landed her dream job with one of Chicago’s top new firms, Chenault Electronics. Now she’s in a perfect position to destroy the company for unjustly ruining her mother’s career. But she never expected that handsome CEO Nicholas Chenault would spark a passion that challenges her resolve—and makes her surrender to the most irresistible desire….Titles originally published in 1999, 2000, and 2000The Floating World: A Novel
Par C. Morgan Babst. 2018
“Set in New Orleans, this important and powerful novel follows the Boisdoré family . . . in the months after…
Katrina. A profound, moving and authentically detailed picture of the storm’s emotional impact on those who lived through it.” —People In this dazzling debut about family, home, and grief, C. Morgan Babst takes readers into the heart of Hurricane Katrina and the life of a great city. As the storm is fast approaching the Louisiana coast, Cora Boisdoré refuses to leave the city. Her parents, Joe Boisdoré, an artist descended from freed slaves who became the city’s preeminent furniture makers, and his white “Uptown” wife, Dr. Tess Eshleman, are forced to evacuate without her, setting off a chain of events that leaves their marriage in shambles and Cora catatonic—the victim or perpetrator of some violence mysterious even to herself. This mystery is at the center of Babst’s haunting and profound novel. Cora’s sister, Del, returns to New Orleans from the successful life she built in New York City to find her hometown in ruins and her family deeply alienated from one another. As Del attempts to figure out what happened to her sister, she must also reckon with the racial history of the city and the trauma of a disaster that was not, in fact, some random act of God but an avoidable tragedy visited on New Orleans’s most vulnerable citizens. Separately and together, each member of the Boisdoré clan must find the strength to remake home in a city forever changed.The Floating World is the Katrina story that needed to be told—one with a piercing, unforgettable loveliness and a vivid, intimate understanding of this particular place and its tangled past.Thunderstorm: A Strebor Quickiez
Par Niyah Moore. 2016
Vampires explore their inhibitions in the Red Light District in this enticingly erotic sequel to Pigalle Palace. Now that Rain…
is the King of Pigalle Palace, Claude Parish, the new leader of the Ravens, wants to overthrow him and free the Red Light District from restrictions. Rain, disgusted by the Ravens’ ruthless predilection for hunting and killing humans, must devise a plan to stop them. Without Club Vaisseau to run, Azura is bored. She ignores her brother’s orders to stay away and lands herself in a dangerous position when irresistible Claude wants her to himself. Will she be able to escape? Legend cannot ignore the call of a vampire who invades his sleep night after night. Tempted by their growing connection, he sets out on a journey to discover who she is and why she haunts him all the way from the Caribbean. Ulysses has grown into a man, and his insatiable desire for sex and beautiful women is getting wilder. Just when he plans to turn the Château into his personal love den, Rain brings his antics to a halt, reminding Ulysses that one day he, too, will be King. But when Ulysses travels to Paris to find a female mortal who has piqued his interest, he discovers his powerful potential far exceeds becoming King. Fueled by desire for his latest intriguing conquest, will he forsake the kingdom?The New Middle
Par Bonita Thompson. 2015
Five middle-aged characters face the randomness of fate while learning to let go of the past in this compelling, contemporary…
tale that illuminates the joys and woes of midlife.The parents of two lovely teenage daughters, Dianne and Torrick feel blessed and secure. But behind the façade of their seemingly ideal life, the couple's once rock-solid marriage is slowly beginning to crumble. Dianne becomes overwhelmed by the emotional ups and downs of menopause, while Torrick becomes more and more distracted by the demands of his private security business. Will the couple find a way to repair what's been broken, or will their restlessness tear the family apart? Jacqueline is a savvy, stunningly attractive consultant at a high-profile company. Single and childless, her life is shaped by her success. When a close friend dies of cancer, she starts to feel the isolation of reaching midlife without a family. Uncharacteristically vulnerable, she makes a decision that transforms her life in more ways than one... Phoebe has spent the better part of her life traveling the world. When the housing market collapses and she loses her sprawling beach bungalow, she moves in with her goddaughter. Then a new man, Joseph, enters her life, but Phoebe feels she's out of his league. As a friendship develops between them, she starts to feel pangs of regret for giving her child up for adoption. Can Joseph, a lonely widower and father of two, offer any help, or will Phoebe be left on her own to deal with her regrets of the past? From marriage, children, and career, to being single, widowed, facing death, and reinventing oneself, this character-driven tale explores the depth of regret, loneliness, isolation, and angst. Whether or not you've reached midlife, The New Middle is a compelling novel that will have you laughing and crying alongside its unforgettable characters until the very end.Twisted Entrapment (Twisted Series #3)
Par N'Tyse. 2015
Blazing with scandal, deception, temptation, and revenge, this third installment in the Twisted series blurs the lines of infidelity and…
tests the true meaning of love.Sabrina and Luke's marriage was shattered years ago after the devastating loss of their son. Now homeless and bankrupt, the couple develops a twisted obsession that will either repair their broken vows--or wreck their lives forever. Juggling different women is no simple feat for a bachelor like Jeff Jackson. Yet there's something extraordinary about Sabrina Montgomery that has him breaking his own cardinal rule. Is he truly over Nadine, or has he walked right into another carefully laid trap? Nadine Collins finds herself torn between her child's father and a new man in her life. After losing everything in an apartment fire, she moves in with Leonard Dupree, who unexpectedly proposes. It isn't until their honeymoon night that Nadine and Leonard learn that not all secrets are meant to be kept... Denise Adams, formerly known as Naomi Brooks, has a new lease on life. But before she can get too comfortable, she takes a trip back to Texas to see her terminally ill mother. The scandalous past she left behind greets her with open arms, and some unfinished business turns into an almost fatal reunion with her old flame, Greg Adams. A racy, emotionally charged soap-drama that brings back the characters you both love and hate, Twisted Entrapment will captivate you through the very last page.