Author: Fern Michaels
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 1601830807
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
A “historical romance of ill-gotten riches and revenge on the high seas” from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Captive Splendors (Booklist). Fury van der Rhys is the daughter of Sirena, the beautiful Sea Siren, who rode the high seas as commander of a frigate, plundering the ships of the Dutch East India Company. Brandishing her mother’s sword, Fury sets sail for the coast of Africa to challenge Amalie, the gorgeous black-hearted pretender to her mother’s legacy, and to fight for the tall, dark-eyed Spaniard they both love and have sworn to have . . . Praise for the writing of Fern Michaels “Heartbreaking, suspenseful, and tender.” —Booklist on Return to Sender “A big, rich book in every way . . . I think Fern Michaels has struck oil with this one.” —Patricia Matthews on Texas Rich “Fast-moving . . . Entertaining . . . A roller-coaster ride of serendipitous fun.” —Publishers Weekly on Mr. and Miss Anonymous
Captive Secrets
Author: Fern Michaels
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 1601830807
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
A “historical romance of ill-gotten riches and revenge on the high seas” from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Captive Splendors (Booklist). Fury van der Rhys is the daughter of Sirena, the beautiful Sea Siren, who rode the high seas as commander of a frigate, plundering the ships of the Dutch East India Company. Brandishing her mother’s sword, Fury sets sail for the coast of Africa to challenge Amalie, the gorgeous black-hearted pretender to her mother’s legacy, and to fight for the tall, dark-eyed Spaniard they both love and have sworn to have . . . Praise for the writing of Fern Michaels “Heartbreaking, suspenseful, and tender.” —Booklist on Return to Sender “A big, rich book in every way . . . I think Fern Michaels has struck oil with this one.” —Patricia Matthews on Texas Rich “Fast-moving . . . Entertaining . . . A roller-coaster ride of serendipitous fun.” —Publishers Weekly on Mr. and Miss Anonymous
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 1601830807
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
A “historical romance of ill-gotten riches and revenge on the high seas” from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Captive Splendors (Booklist). Fury van der Rhys is the daughter of Sirena, the beautiful Sea Siren, who rode the high seas as commander of a frigate, plundering the ships of the Dutch East India Company. Brandishing her mother’s sword, Fury sets sail for the coast of Africa to challenge Amalie, the gorgeous black-hearted pretender to her mother’s legacy, and to fight for the tall, dark-eyed Spaniard they both love and have sworn to have . . . Praise for the writing of Fern Michaels “Heartbreaking, suspenseful, and tender.” —Booklist on Return to Sender “A big, rich book in every way . . . I think Fern Michaels has struck oil with this one.” —Patricia Matthews on Texas Rich “Fast-moving . . . Entertaining . . . A roller-coaster ride of serendipitous fun.” —Publishers Weekly on Mr. and Miss Anonymous
Silent Cells
Author: Anthony Ryan Hatch
Publisher: U of Minnesota Press
ISBN: 1452960941
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
A critical investigation into the use of psychotropic drugs to pacify and control inmates and other captives in the vast U.S. prison, military, and welfare systems For at least four decades, U.S. prisons and jails have aggressively turned to psychotropic drugs—antidepressants, antipsychotics, sedatives, and tranquilizers—to silence inmates, whether or not they have been diagnosed with mental illnesses. In Silent Cells, Anthony Ryan Hatch demonstrates that the pervasive use of psychotropic drugs has not only defined and enabled mass incarceration but has also become central to other forms of captivity, including foster homes, military and immigrant detention centers, and nursing homes. Silent Cells shows how, in shockingly large numbers, federal, state, and local governments and government-authorized private agencies pacify people with drugs, uncovering patterns of institutional violence that threaten basic human and civil rights. Drawing on publicly available records, Hatch unearths the coercive ways that psychotropics serve to manufacture compliance and docility, practices hidden behind layers of state secrecy, medical complicity, and corporate profiteering. Psychotropics, Hatch shows, are integral to “technocorrectional” policies devised to minimize public costs and increase the private profitability of mass captivity while guaranteeing public safety and national security. This broad indictment of psychotropics is therefore animated by a radical counterfactual question: would incarceration on the scale practiced in the United States even be possible without psychotropics?
Publisher: U of Minnesota Press
ISBN: 1452960941
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
A critical investigation into the use of psychotropic drugs to pacify and control inmates and other captives in the vast U.S. prison, military, and welfare systems For at least four decades, U.S. prisons and jails have aggressively turned to psychotropic drugs—antidepressants, antipsychotics, sedatives, and tranquilizers—to silence inmates, whether or not they have been diagnosed with mental illnesses. In Silent Cells, Anthony Ryan Hatch demonstrates that the pervasive use of psychotropic drugs has not only defined and enabled mass incarceration but has also become central to other forms of captivity, including foster homes, military and immigrant detention centers, and nursing homes. Silent Cells shows how, in shockingly large numbers, federal, state, and local governments and government-authorized private agencies pacify people with drugs, uncovering patterns of institutional violence that threaten basic human and civil rights. Drawing on publicly available records, Hatch unearths the coercive ways that psychotropics serve to manufacture compliance and docility, practices hidden behind layers of state secrecy, medical complicity, and corporate profiteering. Psychotropics, Hatch shows, are integral to “technocorrectional” policies devised to minimize public costs and increase the private profitability of mass captivity while guaranteeing public safety and national security. This broad indictment of psychotropics is therefore animated by a radical counterfactual question: would incarceration on the scale practiced in the United States even be possible without psychotropics?
Captive Embraces
Author: Fern Michaels
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 1601830785
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
A spirited young woman conquers the high seas in this bold historical romance from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Captive Passions. Proud and beautiful Sirena Córdez was once commander of her own ship, battling pirates to avenge her sister’s violent death. But Sirena’s life as the Sea Siren ends when she meets Regan van der Rhys. Handsome, ruthless, and as fearless as she, Regan is the only man who can possess her, body and soul. Once enemies on water, they become lovers on land until their marriage is shattered by heartbreaking tragedy. Abandoned by her husband and left to face an uncertain future, the Sea Siren hoists sail again, embarking on a passion-filled voyage to reclaim her destiny . . . Praise for the writing of Fern Michaels “Heartbreaking, suspenseful, and tender.” —Booklist on Return to Sender “A big, rich book in every way . . . I think Fern Michaels has struck oil with this one.” —Patricia Matthews on Texas Rich “Fast-moving . . . Entertaining . . . A roller-coaster ride of serendipitous fun.” —Publishers Weekly on Mr. and Miss Anonymous
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 1601830785
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
A spirited young woman conquers the high seas in this bold historical romance from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Captive Passions. Proud and beautiful Sirena Córdez was once commander of her own ship, battling pirates to avenge her sister’s violent death. But Sirena’s life as the Sea Siren ends when she meets Regan van der Rhys. Handsome, ruthless, and as fearless as she, Regan is the only man who can possess her, body and soul. Once enemies on water, they become lovers on land until their marriage is shattered by heartbreaking tragedy. Abandoned by her husband and left to face an uncertain future, the Sea Siren hoists sail again, embarking on a passion-filled voyage to reclaim her destiny . . . Praise for the writing of Fern Michaels “Heartbreaking, suspenseful, and tender.” —Booklist on Return to Sender “A big, rich book in every way . . . I think Fern Michaels has struck oil with this one.” —Patricia Matthews on Texas Rich “Fast-moving . . . Entertaining . . . A roller-coaster ride of serendipitous fun.” —Publishers Weekly on Mr. and Miss Anonymous
The Secret Circle: The Initiation and The Captive Part I
Author: L. J. Smith
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006211901X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 423
Book Description
With love, witchcraft, and spellbinding drama, the Secret Circle series is perfect for fans of The Vampire Diaries. This special collection contains the first book in the Secret Circle series, The Initiation, as well as part one of the second book in the series, The Captive; from L.J. Smith, the New York Times bestselling author of The Vampire Diaries. When Cassie is forced to move from California all the way to the small New England town of New Salem, she’s miserable. And yet, she feels a powerful kinship to the town, and to a terrifyingly beautiful group of students who always seem to get their way. Charmed by the Secret Circle, Cassie is initiated into a coven of witches whose power has controlled New Salem for hundreds of years. But when she falls for the mysterious and intriguing Adam, she is faced with the most pressing danger of her life—and one wrong move could ultimately destroy her…
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006211901X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 423
Book Description
With love, witchcraft, and spellbinding drama, the Secret Circle series is perfect for fans of The Vampire Diaries. This special collection contains the first book in the Secret Circle series, The Initiation, as well as part one of the second book in the series, The Captive; from L.J. Smith, the New York Times bestselling author of The Vampire Diaries. When Cassie is forced to move from California all the way to the small New England town of New Salem, she’s miserable. And yet, she feels a powerful kinship to the town, and to a terrifyingly beautiful group of students who always seem to get their way. Charmed by the Secret Circle, Cassie is initiated into a coven of witches whose power has controlled New Salem for hundreds of years. But when she falls for the mysterious and intriguing Adam, she is faced with the most pressing danger of her life—and one wrong move could ultimately destroy her…
The Secret Circle: The Captive Part II and The Power
Author: L. J. Smith
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062119036
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
With love, witchcraft, and spellbinding drama, the Secret Circle series is perfect for fans of The Vampire Diaries. This special collection contains part two of the second book in the Secret Circle series, The Captive, and the final book in the series, The Power; from L.J. Smith, the New York Times bestselling author of The Vampire Diaries. Lured into the most powerful and deadly in—crowd imaginable, Cassie has learned that her power comes with a price—and it’s more dangerous than she knows. Torn between the dueling desires of the two most powerful members of The Secret Circle, she must ultimately choose between saving all of New Salem, and her own love for the bewitching Adam, which threatens to tear the circle apart. In the ultimate battle between good and evil, will Cassie’s supernatural powers be strong enough to lead the coven out of danger? Or will she fall prey to the dark forces within?
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062119036
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
With love, witchcraft, and spellbinding drama, the Secret Circle series is perfect for fans of The Vampire Diaries. This special collection contains part two of the second book in the Secret Circle series, The Captive, and the final book in the series, The Power; from L.J. Smith, the New York Times bestselling author of The Vampire Diaries. Lured into the most powerful and deadly in—crowd imaginable, Cassie has learned that her power comes with a price—and it’s more dangerous than she knows. Torn between the dueling desires of the two most powerful members of The Secret Circle, she must ultimately choose between saving all of New Salem, and her own love for the bewitching Adam, which threatens to tear the circle apart. In the ultimate battle between good and evil, will Cassie’s supernatural powers be strong enough to lead the coven out of danger? Or will she fall prey to the dark forces within?
Captive Innocence
Author: Fern Michaels
Publisher: eKensington
ISBN: 1601830815
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
A young widow is lured by the siren call of an exotic land in this steamy historical romance from the #1 New York Times bestselling author. Fern Michaels takes us on a riveting journey, where a young woman finds her destiny opening new vistas of promise and hope . . . Royall Banner ventured into a lush new unknown world to claim her family’s heritage. There, far from the reaches of civilization, she became entranced with the exotic, enigmatic Sebastian Rivera. As excitement with her new life consumed her, Royall found herself in the midst of a strange and troubling culture where stunning opulence mirrored terrible bondage. In the center of it all stood the plantation owner, who controlled the land and everyone on it—and who meant to have Royall for his own. Praise for the novels of Fern Michaels “Heartbreaking, suspenseful, and tender.”—Booklist on Return to Sender “A big, rich book in every way . . . I think Fern Michaels has struck oil with this one.”—Patricia Matthews on Texas Rich
Publisher: eKensington
ISBN: 1601830815
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
A young widow is lured by the siren call of an exotic land in this steamy historical romance from the #1 New York Times bestselling author. Fern Michaels takes us on a riveting journey, where a young woman finds her destiny opening new vistas of promise and hope . . . Royall Banner ventured into a lush new unknown world to claim her family’s heritage. There, far from the reaches of civilization, she became entranced with the exotic, enigmatic Sebastian Rivera. As excitement with her new life consumed her, Royall found herself in the midst of a strange and troubling culture where stunning opulence mirrored terrible bondage. In the center of it all stood the plantation owner, who controlled the land and everyone on it—and who meant to have Royall for his own. Praise for the novels of Fern Michaels “Heartbreaking, suspenseful, and tender.”—Booklist on Return to Sender “A big, rich book in every way . . . I think Fern Michaels has struck oil with this one.”—Patricia Matthews on Texas Rich
No Safe Secret
Author: Fern Michaels
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 1420135902
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
“Secrets, revenge and personal redemption . . . [a] tale of strong emotions and courage” from the #1 New York Times bestselling author (Publishers Weekly). From her silver Mercedes to her designer kitchen, Molly’s life is gleaming and beautiful—at least on the surface. But no one in her exclusive neighborhood in Goldenhills, Massachusetts, knows what living with her demanding husband Tanner is really like. They know even less about the life she left behind in Florida almost two decades ago. Back then, Molly was Maddy Carmichael, living with her twin brother and neglectful mother in a run-down trailer park amid the orange groves of Florida. After the terrible events of her high school prom night, Molly fled north and reinvented herself. Now the veneer of Molly’s polished existence is finally cracking—and Molly must find the strength to become the woman she once hoped to be. “The triumphant theme of women like Molly finding justice will appeal to readers.”—Booklist “Fern Michaels takes a story line and makes you feel like this could happen to you. She writes stories that can and will happen in today’s world.”—Fresh Fiction
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 1420135902
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
“Secrets, revenge and personal redemption . . . [a] tale of strong emotions and courage” from the #1 New York Times bestselling author (Publishers Weekly). From her silver Mercedes to her designer kitchen, Molly’s life is gleaming and beautiful—at least on the surface. But no one in her exclusive neighborhood in Goldenhills, Massachusetts, knows what living with her demanding husband Tanner is really like. They know even less about the life she left behind in Florida almost two decades ago. Back then, Molly was Maddy Carmichael, living with her twin brother and neglectful mother in a run-down trailer park amid the orange groves of Florida. After the terrible events of her high school prom night, Molly fled north and reinvented herself. Now the veneer of Molly’s polished existence is finally cracking—and Molly must find the strength to become the woman she once hoped to be. “The triumphant theme of women like Molly finding justice will appeal to readers.”—Booklist “Fern Michaels takes a story line and makes you feel like this could happen to you. She writes stories that can and will happen in today’s world.”—Fresh Fiction
Exclusive
Author: Fern Michaels
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0758262663
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
New York Times-Bestselling Author: A Southern lady’s new Hollywood mansion may be haunted, in a novel filled with “lots of fun, intrigue, and excitement” (Booklist). When Toots Loudenberry relocated to Los Angeles from South Carolina to be near her daughter, Abby, she expected to bump into the occasional celebrity. She just never expected them to be dead. Meanwhile, Toots and her friends Sophie and Mavis are concerned that the prestigious Dr. Sameer's budding romance with fellow Godmother Ida may have something to do with his ailing bank balance. And Abby's attempted makeover of the celebrity magazine The Informer into the most talked-about tabloid in town could end more than just her career. But the Godmothers wouldn't be the Godmothers if they weren't pulling a few behind-the-scenes strings, and Abby's hopes of changing the fortunes of The Informer are still alive. Yet it'll take an assist from a source no one could have predicted, let alone see, to secure a story that will shake Tinseltown to its very core… “These four childhood chums prove that life is a gift no matter what age you are." --RT Reviews "Delightful. . .Witty, charming, and complicated, these four childhood chums prove that life is a gift no matter what age you are." --RT Book Reviews, 4.5 Stars "There's a reason Fern Michaels has published nearly 100 books: she's got a talent for churning out page-turners. Readers will finish this one in a single sitting." --Charleston Magazine
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0758262663
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
New York Times-Bestselling Author: A Southern lady’s new Hollywood mansion may be haunted, in a novel filled with “lots of fun, intrigue, and excitement” (Booklist). When Toots Loudenberry relocated to Los Angeles from South Carolina to be near her daughter, Abby, she expected to bump into the occasional celebrity. She just never expected them to be dead. Meanwhile, Toots and her friends Sophie and Mavis are concerned that the prestigious Dr. Sameer's budding romance with fellow Godmother Ida may have something to do with his ailing bank balance. And Abby's attempted makeover of the celebrity magazine The Informer into the most talked-about tabloid in town could end more than just her career. But the Godmothers wouldn't be the Godmothers if they weren't pulling a few behind-the-scenes strings, and Abby's hopes of changing the fortunes of The Informer are still alive. Yet it'll take an assist from a source no one could have predicted, let alone see, to secure a story that will shake Tinseltown to its very core… “These four childhood chums prove that life is a gift no matter what age you are." --RT Reviews "Delightful. . .Witty, charming, and complicated, these four childhood chums prove that life is a gift no matter what age you are." --RT Book Reviews, 4.5 Stars "There's a reason Fern Michaels has published nearly 100 books: she's got a talent for churning out page-turners. Readers will finish this one in a single sitting." --Charleston Magazine
Summer Camp Captive
Author: Alexa Riley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781979808293
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Lainey has heard the ghost stories of the beast in the woods, but one night around a campfire she discovers some legends are true.The Butcher has watched her from a distance, but he's a man with needs and won't deny himself any longer.Warning: We've teamed up with Jessa Kane again to bring you filthy, over-the-top hotness. It's ridiculously fun, so don't be shy! Grab your marshmallows and join us for this dirty treat!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781979808293
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Lainey has heard the ghost stories of the beast in the woods, but one night around a campfire she discovers some legends are true.The Butcher has watched her from a distance, but he's a man with needs and won't deny himself any longer.Warning: We've teamed up with Jessa Kane again to bring you filthy, over-the-top hotness. It's ridiculously fun, so don't be shy! Grab your marshmallows and join us for this dirty treat!
Classified
Author: Fern Michaels
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0758291639
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
#1 New York Times-Bestselling Author: “Whoever thought the ‘golden years’ were boring never met the Godmothers.”—RT Book Reviews The riches that mean most to Teresa “Toots” Loudenberry are the loving friends and family she’s accumulated over the course of a life well lived. And now that her daughter, Abby, has married her beau Chris and settled down near Toots in Charleston, life is even more satisfying than the delicious pralines sold at Toots’s bakery, The Sweetest Thing. Abby isn’t the only one enjoying a little romance. Toots’s friendship with Dr. Phil Becker has grown unexpectedly close . . . and that brings both joy and complications. As a distraction, Toots throws herself into helping Abby and Chris open an animal rescue shelter on their estate. But life takes a serious turn when two young children disappear after visiting The Sweetest Thing. Toots immediately enlists Ida, Sophie, and Mavis to help in the search. As they draw closer to the culprits, they realize the stakes are much higher than they ever could have imagined . . . “Grab some tissues as you read the latest installment of the outstanding Godmothers series, which contains an abundance of poignancy, wit, charm and laugh-out-loud moments. Reading Michaels is always a rewarding experience.” —RT Book Reviews “Michaels’ engaging version of the Golden Girls.”—Booklist
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 0758291639
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
#1 New York Times-Bestselling Author: “Whoever thought the ‘golden years’ were boring never met the Godmothers.”—RT Book Reviews The riches that mean most to Teresa “Toots” Loudenberry are the loving friends and family she’s accumulated over the course of a life well lived. And now that her daughter, Abby, has married her beau Chris and settled down near Toots in Charleston, life is even more satisfying than the delicious pralines sold at Toots’s bakery, The Sweetest Thing. Abby isn’t the only one enjoying a little romance. Toots’s friendship with Dr. Phil Becker has grown unexpectedly close . . . and that brings both joy and complications. As a distraction, Toots throws herself into helping Abby and Chris open an animal rescue shelter on their estate. But life takes a serious turn when two young children disappear after visiting The Sweetest Thing. Toots immediately enlists Ida, Sophie, and Mavis to help in the search. As they draw closer to the culprits, they realize the stakes are much higher than they ever could have imagined . . . “Grab some tissues as you read the latest installment of the outstanding Godmothers series, which contains an abundance of poignancy, wit, charm and laugh-out-loud moments. Reading Michaels is always a rewarding experience.” —RT Book Reviews “Michaels’ engaging version of the Golden Girls.”—Booklist