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The dance of Shiva
Par William Deverell. 1984
Max Macarthur, a young Vancouver lawyer, gets the break of his career when he assists in the trial defence of…
Shiva Ram Achrya, a cult leader charged with the brutal slaying of his followers. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. c1984.The concubine's secret
Par Kate Furnivall. 2009
China, 1929. For years Lydia Ivanova believed her father was killed by the Bolsheviks. But when she learns he is…
captive in Stalin-controlled Russia, the fiery-haired girl is willing to leave everything behind - even her Chinese lover, Chang An Lo. Journeying with her half-brother Alexei, Lydia begins a dangerous search. Tension grows between the two, for while Alexei is searching for his past, Lydia is looking for her future. But when Alexei disappears, Lydia is left almost penniless in Soviet Russia - and doubting the choices she has made. Sequel to "The Russian concubine". 2009.The damsel (Bride quest. #2)
Par Claire Delacroix. 1999
Ireland, 1172. In this sequel to "The Princess", Burke Fitzgavin is seeking a bride now that Brianna is married to…
Luc Fitzgavin. Three years ago Alys of Kiltorren Castle spurned Burke's affection. Now he hopes to win her love, but a misunderstanding threatens their happiness. Some explicit descriptions of sex. Followed by "Heiress". 1999.The conqueror's lady (Mills & Boon historical romance)
Par Terri Brisbin. 2011
Strong, ruthless and brave, Giles Fitzhenry is a born warrior who has never been able to shake off the shame…
of his illegitimate birth. To save her people and lands, the lady Fayth is forced to marry this commanding Breton knight. The marriage is as unwelcome as the deep desire which stirs each time she looks at her husband's powerful, battle-ready body. Includes sex. 2011.The constant heart
Par Dilly Court. 2008
Despite living by the side of the Thames, with its noise, disease and dirt, eighteen-year-old Rosina May has wanted for…
little in life. Until her father's feud with a fellow bargeman threatens to destroy everything. To save them all, Rosina agrees to marry Harry, the son of a wealthy merchant. But a chance encounter with a handsome river pirate has turned her head and she longs to meet him again. When her father dies a broken man, Harry goes back on his promise and turns Rosina out onto the streets. She is forced to work the river herself, ferrying rubbish out of London and living rough. In spite of her hardships, she cannot forget her pirate and when tragedy threatens to strike once more she is forced to make a choice. But is she really prepared to risk everything for love? 2008.The cove
Par Ron Rash. 2012
North Carolina. The cove is a dark place where spirits wander, and where Laurel Shelton, believed to be a witch,…
lives with her brother Hank, newly returned from the trenches of France. A stranger appears, carrying nothing but a beautiful silver flute and a note explaining that his name is Walter, he is mute, and bound for New York. Walter slips easily into life in the cove and into Laurel's heart, but he harbours a secret that could destroy everything. Some descriptions of sex and violence, some strong language. c2012.The client
Par John Grisham. 1993
Just before committing suicide, a Mafia lawyer tells 11-year-old Mark Sway something that the police, the FBI and the Mafia…
want to know. With a one-dollar bill, Mark retains his own lawyer, feisty Reggie Love. Strong language and some violence. Bestseller 1993.The border vixen (Border chronicles. #5.)
Par Bertrice Small. 2011
Scotland, 1536. Dugald Kerr declares that any man who can best his granddaughter Maggie in riding, running, and fighting can…
marry her and inherit his lands. King James V learns of the challenge and sends his cousin Fingal to compete. Sequel to "The border lord and the lady". Followed by "Bond of passion". Includes strong language and sex. 2011.The bride bed (Romantic sounds audio)
Par Linda Needham. 2003
The fiery Lady Talia resides in a castle of great strategic importance. With his eye on the castle, King Stephen…
wants Lady Talia tamed. He assigns Lord Alex de Monteneau to protect the maiden and make certain she is properly married off. Lady Talia has beaten back would-be husbands before, and the last thing Lord Alex counts on is becoming a suitor himself. But he could never anticipate just how quickly he would fall for his charge. 2003.The brass verdict (Mickey Haller. #2.)
Par Michael Connelly. 2009
Down-at-heels lawyer Mickey Haller has inherited his old colleague's clients. That means some serious cash. The only problem is that…
the other lawyer was murdered, and the tough-minded detective handling the case - one Harry Bosch - thinks the killer is one of his clients, and that Mickey could also be in danger. Sequel to "The Lincoln lawyer"; followed by "Nine dragons". Includes strong language. 2009. (Mickey Haller ; 2)The Cannaways
Par Graham Shelby. 1978
In 1697, Brydd Cannaway, an ambitious young English wheelwright, sets off for Vienna to apprentice himself to a famed coach…
maker. When he finally returns to his village to settle down, he has experienced love and has had many adventures. Prequel to "The Cannaway concern." c1978.The burden of proof
Par Scott Turow. 1990
Attorney Alejandro Stern arrives at home and discovers that his wife of 30 years has committed suicide. His life is…
further complicated by the tawdry sexual, business, legal and medical problems of his family and friends. Strong language. Explicit descriptions of sex. 1990.The butler's revenge
Par Margaret Powell. 1984
In 1937 a new butler comes to the Stewart household. John Barrett is handsome, ambitious and unscrupulous. His interest is…
caught by any pretty girl - but the object of his attentions turns out to be Eleanor Stewart, one of the daughters of the household. A story of love, money and social taboos. 1984.The bride
Par Margaret Irwin. 1984
An old-fashioned historical romance first published in 1939. Charles II, barely eighteen and in exile in the Hague, attempts to…
rally the remaining royalists after his father's execution by Cromwell. Meanwhile Louise, a lovely cousin of the new king, falls passionately in love with the Marquis of Montrose, a gallant Scottish general. As Louise waits impatiently in Holland, her beloved Montrose dares to return home to avenge the old king's death. 1984, c1939.The bride's farewell
Par Meg Rosoff. 2009
On the morning of her wedding, Pell Ridley creeps out of bed in the dark, kisses her sisters goodbye and…
flees - determined to escape a future that offers nothing but hard work and sorrow. She takes the only thing that truly belongs to her: Jack, a white horse. The road ahead is rich with longing, silence and secrets, and each encounter leads her closer to the untold story of her past. For Senior High readers. 2009.The blue flower
Par Penelope Fitzgerald. 1995
Based on the life of the Romantic poet Novalis. In late-eighteenth-century Germany, young Friedrich von Hardenberg falls in love with…
twelve-year-old Sophie von Kuhn. Although ignorant and unsophisticated, Sophie soon captures the hearts of the entire family. 1997, c1995.The betrothed: I Promessi Sposi (The Penguin classics)
Par Alessandro Manzoni, Bruce Penman. 1972
Set in the Milan area in the early 17th century. Follows the fate of Lucia and Renzo, two peasant lovers…
cruelly separated by the machinations of a lecherous Spanish nobleman. First published in the 18th century. 1972.The beauty bride (Jewels of Kinfairlie Series. #1.)
Par Claire Delacroix. 2016
Determined to save the family estates, Alexander, the new Laird of Kinfairlie, decides to auction off his sister Madeline's hand…
in marriage, never expecting his headstrong sister's reluctance to be 'sold' or her fierce refusal to accept her proposed bridegroom, the notorious Rhys Fitzhenry. 2016.The beauty's daughter
Par Monette Cummings. 1985
The apothecary's daughter (Recorded Books inspirational)
Par Julie Klassen. 2009
Wiltshire, England; 1813. Lillian longs to soar beyond her provincial limits. After enjoying London's sophisticated society and the attentions of…
wealthy suitors, Lilly returns home to help her ailing dad. Determined to resurrect his apothecary business, Lilly labours tirelessly - praying her family's secrets and her rivals' schemes won't cloud her future. 2009.