Author: R. Meeuf
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 113726828X
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 411
Book Description
Combining a diverse range of case studies with discussion between leading scholars in star studies and transnational cinema, this book analyzes stars as sites of cross-cultural contestation and the essays in this collection explore how the plasticity of stars helps disparate peoples manage the shifting ideologies of a transnational world.
Transnational Stardom
Author: R. Meeuf
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 113726828X
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 411
Book Description
Combining a diverse range of case studies with discussion between leading scholars in star studies and transnational cinema, this book analyzes stars as sites of cross-cultural contestation and the essays in this collection explore how the plasticity of stars helps disparate peoples manage the shifting ideologies of a transnational world.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 113726828X
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 411
Book Description
Combining a diverse range of case studies with discussion between leading scholars in star studies and transnational cinema, this book analyzes stars as sites of cross-cultural contestation and the essays in this collection explore how the plasticity of stars helps disparate peoples manage the shifting ideologies of a transnational world.
Behind Office Doors: A Billionaire Boss Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
Hayley has just been hired as an executive secretary at a large tech company. Specialized in making security systems and chips. The CEO of the company is known to be a very dominant man. Hayley is not the first executive secretary the company has seen. Most quickly resigned because they could not work with Mr. Winters. It's her first day. Hayley takes a seat at 7:45 am behind a desk near the door of the CEO's office. Mr. Winters's office. She is nervous about meeting Mr. Winters. She doesn't want to make any mistakes on her first day. 7:59 am. The elevator doors open. She looks straight into the bright blue eyes of a man who is talking loudly on the phone. In his hand a leather briefcase. His dark blue uniform matches perfectly with his dark brown hair and bright blue eyes. Hayley is distracted for a moment. If he had looked at Hayley for even one second, he would have seen her staring at him in admiration. But he doesn't even notice her. He immediately walks to the door to enter his office. The only thing he snaps at her while on the phone: "Espresso please." and during those words he throws a stack of papers on her desk. The first day with Mr. Winters has begun...little did she knew she was about to find out Andrew's little secret, The secret which he never talked about.
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
Hayley has just been hired as an executive secretary at a large tech company. Specialized in making security systems and chips. The CEO of the company is known to be a very dominant man. Hayley is not the first executive secretary the company has seen. Most quickly resigned because they could not work with Mr. Winters. It's her first day. Hayley takes a seat at 7:45 am behind a desk near the door of the CEO's office. Mr. Winters's office. She is nervous about meeting Mr. Winters. She doesn't want to make any mistakes on her first day. 7:59 am. The elevator doors open. She looks straight into the bright blue eyes of a man who is talking loudly on the phone. In his hand a leather briefcase. His dark blue uniform matches perfectly with his dark brown hair and bright blue eyes. Hayley is distracted for a moment. If he had looked at Hayley for even one second, he would have seen her staring at him in admiration. But he doesn't even notice her. He immediately walks to the door to enter his office. The only thing he snaps at her while on the phone: "Espresso please." and during those words he throws a stack of papers on her desk. The first day with Mr. Winters has begun...little did she knew she was about to find out Andrew's little secret, The secret which he never talked about.
Queen of Hearts: A Dark Mafia Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 415
Book Description
The wedding ring forced onto her slim finger and a new life thrown into her arms. Scarlett was just in the wrong place at the wrong time. Lucien Santoro's lust for revenge and power burns just a hot as Scarlett's lust for freedom. His heart is as dark as the evil in his eyes, as he swore he was incapable of love. But his curiosity for the little minx he married seemed to grow, until he couldn't stop it. You know what they say... curiosity killed the cat. She might not have been born into the mafia But she sure as hell belonged there.
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 415
Book Description
The wedding ring forced onto her slim finger and a new life thrown into her arms. Scarlett was just in the wrong place at the wrong time. Lucien Santoro's lust for revenge and power burns just a hot as Scarlett's lust for freedom. His heart is as dark as the evil in his eyes, as he swore he was incapable of love. But his curiosity for the little minx he married seemed to grow, until he couldn't stop it. You know what they say... curiosity killed the cat. She might not have been born into the mafia But she sure as hell belonged there.
Irresistibly Bossy Collection: A Billionaire Boss Romance Collection, 3 Books In One
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 681
Book Description
3 BOOKS IN ONE ! DIRTY, RICH BOSS I was slightly drunk, and I was frustrated. Mainly because I haven't had sex with someone in over a year. So I decided to slide into someone's DM's for fun. Only it wasn't fun, it was hot, sexy, and dirty. I didn't imagine this guy would be so good at dirty talking, he had an effect on me through the phone and I could only imagine what he'd do on person. I was having fun texting him one afternoon at work and when my boss called me to his office. I tried to look like I wasn't completely turned on. Until I noticed the massive bulge on his pants and our whole conversation on his phone screen. No, it can't be. I haven't been sexting my boss all this time. My sex on legs boss has a dirty mouth and huge dick. Oh, fuck me. Literally. SAY YES TO THE BOSS Hazel Clarke had lost her job, her best friend, her home, and the man she loved. Now, three months later, she is back trying to piece together her life. Hazel has sworn off the seductive charms of Hollywood's leading men after being betrayed by her last two boyfriends. Unfortunately, she'll have to face her past and all the drama that comes from living in Hollywood and working as the personal assistant to the handsome and famous actor, Nick Sterling. Can Hazel trust that Nick is different from the men who've broken her heart, or will the ghosts of her past doom their romance before it even begins? THE BOSS'S BIG SECRET Scarlett Morgan is the smoking hot young general manager of the ritzy Sterling Lodgings hotel, catering to the rich and elite. At just 25 years old, she's already running the show - until rumors start swirling that the hotel is getting a brand new, crazy-handsome boss. When the legendary Arthur Sterling, 31-year-old son of the current owner, shows up to inspect the place, Scarlett is instantly captivated. This guy is the total package - tall, handsome, and devastatingly masculine, with an arrogant and assertive presence that just screams "boss." And he seems to have Scarlett's number, easily seeing through her professional facade to the hot-blooded woman underneath. However, just as Scarlett thinks she has Arthur's measure, he suddenly shifts the power dynamics, summoning her to his luxurious penthouse suite for a private meeting. Curiosity and undeniable attraction draw her into his lair, but she has no idea what the mysterious, dominant Mr. Sterling has in store for her behind closed doors...
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 681
Book Description
3 BOOKS IN ONE ! DIRTY, RICH BOSS I was slightly drunk, and I was frustrated. Mainly because I haven't had sex with someone in over a year. So I decided to slide into someone's DM's for fun. Only it wasn't fun, it was hot, sexy, and dirty. I didn't imagine this guy would be so good at dirty talking, he had an effect on me through the phone and I could only imagine what he'd do on person. I was having fun texting him one afternoon at work and when my boss called me to his office. I tried to look like I wasn't completely turned on. Until I noticed the massive bulge on his pants and our whole conversation on his phone screen. No, it can't be. I haven't been sexting my boss all this time. My sex on legs boss has a dirty mouth and huge dick. Oh, fuck me. Literally. SAY YES TO THE BOSS Hazel Clarke had lost her job, her best friend, her home, and the man she loved. Now, three months later, she is back trying to piece together her life. Hazel has sworn off the seductive charms of Hollywood's leading men after being betrayed by her last two boyfriends. Unfortunately, she'll have to face her past and all the drama that comes from living in Hollywood and working as the personal assistant to the handsome and famous actor, Nick Sterling. Can Hazel trust that Nick is different from the men who've broken her heart, or will the ghosts of her past doom their romance before it even begins? THE BOSS'S BIG SECRET Scarlett Morgan is the smoking hot young general manager of the ritzy Sterling Lodgings hotel, catering to the rich and elite. At just 25 years old, she's already running the show - until rumors start swirling that the hotel is getting a brand new, crazy-handsome boss. When the legendary Arthur Sterling, 31-year-old son of the current owner, shows up to inspect the place, Scarlett is instantly captivated. This guy is the total package - tall, handsome, and devastatingly masculine, with an arrogant and assertive presence that just screams "boss." And he seems to have Scarlett's number, easily seeing through her professional facade to the hot-blooded woman underneath. However, just as Scarlett thinks she has Arthur's measure, he suddenly shifts the power dynamics, summoning her to his luxurious penthouse suite for a private meeting. Curiosity and undeniable attraction draw her into his lair, but she has no idea what the mysterious, dominant Mr. Sterling has in store for her behind closed doors...
Raindrops Over Texas: Small Town Cowboy Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
When Alexander Wyatt receives a call from a lawyer out of Dallas, his life will never be the same. Alexander has always enjoyed his life, a successful novelist living just outside of New Orleans, La. The only thing missing was the love of a good woman, but he'd never found one he wanted to keep. Olivia Cassidy is a lawyer from Dallas, Tx . There were things she hated about her job, and up heaving peoples lives were the worse. When she places a call for a client, would the man on the other end's live be changed? Or could it be the start of big changes for Olivia?
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
When Alexander Wyatt receives a call from a lawyer out of Dallas, his life will never be the same. Alexander has always enjoyed his life, a successful novelist living just outside of New Orleans, La. The only thing missing was the love of a good woman, but he'd never found one he wanted to keep. Olivia Cassidy is a lawyer from Dallas, Tx . There were things she hated about her job, and up heaving peoples lives were the worse. When she places a call for a client, would the man on the other end's live be changed? Or could it be the start of big changes for Olivia?
Love In Full Bloom: Small Town Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
In the small town of Applecrest, Sienna Bloom has been quietly in love with her best friend Ethan Marchand for years. But Ethan, the thrill-seeking daredevil, has always been commitment-phobic, running from any chance of a real relationship. A safe distance, a guarded heart, nothing more. When a moment of vulnerability leads to a passionate weekend together, Sienna dares to hope Ethan will finally let down his guard. Yet even as their bond deepens, Ethan continues to pull away, unwilling to risk his heart. Juggling the demands of caring for her ailing mother and working multiple jobs, Sienna is at her breaking point when a terrifying attack leaves her shaken. This time, it's Ethan who steps up, surprising Sienna with his fierce protectiveness. As they navigate the aftermath, Ethan must choose between the comfortable life he's always known and the chance to finally let love bloom. With Sienna's heart on the line, can this daring adventurer take the ultimate leap of faith? Ethan and Sienna must decide if the risk of love is worth the reward.
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
In the small town of Applecrest, Sienna Bloom has been quietly in love with her best friend Ethan Marchand for years. But Ethan, the thrill-seeking daredevil, has always been commitment-phobic, running from any chance of a real relationship. A safe distance, a guarded heart, nothing more. When a moment of vulnerability leads to a passionate weekend together, Sienna dares to hope Ethan will finally let down his guard. Yet even as their bond deepens, Ethan continues to pull away, unwilling to risk his heart. Juggling the demands of caring for her ailing mother and working multiple jobs, Sienna is at her breaking point when a terrifying attack leaves her shaken. This time, it's Ethan who steps up, surprising Sienna with his fierce protectiveness. As they navigate the aftermath, Ethan must choose between the comfortable life he's always known and the chance to finally let love bloom. With Sienna's heart on the line, can this daring adventurer take the ultimate leap of faith? Ethan and Sienna must decide if the risk of love is worth the reward.
Lost & Found: Small Town Second Chance Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
"Forever was a simple promise before it became a difficult task" Your first love is always the hardest to let go of, which is why Melina and Austin had promised each other that after college they'd make it work. Unfortunately for them both, their forever had an expiration date. Now it's four years later and they're strangers again. But these strangers have a past, and that past is determined to find its way back to them. When a weekend home causes their paths to cross for the first time in years, they're reminded of just how much they've missed out on. So when a tragedy strikes that forces Austin back to their hometown at the same time Melina is doing her clinical hours for PA school, their lives are once again intertwined. Will they make it through this time? Or will the past pressure be too much of a reminder that they couldn't make it work?
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
"Forever was a simple promise before it became a difficult task" Your first love is always the hardest to let go of, which is why Melina and Austin had promised each other that after college they'd make it work. Unfortunately for them both, their forever had an expiration date. Now it's four years later and they're strangers again. But these strangers have a past, and that past is determined to find its way back to them. When a weekend home causes their paths to cross for the first time in years, they're reminded of just how much they've missed out on. So when a tragedy strikes that forces Austin back to their hometown at the same time Melina is doing her clinical hours for PA school, their lives are once again intertwined. Will they make it through this time? Or will the past pressure be too much of a reminder that they couldn't make it work?
Say Yes To The Boss: A Billionaire Boss Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
Lily Johnson dreams of making it big as a magazine reporter, yearning for the chance to prove herself. Her world turns upside down when her boss hands her the most coveted assignment—an exclusive interview with the irresistible Hollywood sensation, Chris Everest. Chris is not just a rising star; he's a walking inferno of charisma and raw appeal. With a face sculpted by the gods themselves and a body that could make angels weep, he's the embodiment of desire. His striking good looks and captivating charm leaving a trail of admirers in his wake. The day before their fateful encounter, Lily's routine coffee run collides with fate as she crashes into a stranger who ignites a spark within her. Little does she know that this mystery man is none other than the blazing hot Chris Everest.
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 65
Book Description
Lily Johnson dreams of making it big as a magazine reporter, yearning for the chance to prove herself. Her world turns upside down when her boss hands her the most coveted assignment—an exclusive interview with the irresistible Hollywood sensation, Chris Everest. Chris is not just a rising star; he's a walking inferno of charisma and raw appeal. With a face sculpted by the gods themselves and a body that could make angels weep, he's the embodiment of desire. His striking good looks and captivating charm leaving a trail of admirers in his wake. The day before their fateful encounter, Lily's routine coffee run collides with fate as she crashes into a stranger who ignites a spark within her. Little does she know that this mystery man is none other than the blazing hot Chris Everest.
How Not to Fall For The Boss: A Billionaire Boss Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
After the incident in high school, Ashley Wilson has been avoiding the popular guys like the plague. It's until the day she sends a wrong email to her hot boss, Maxwell Delacroix, and shamefully reveals her secret crush on him. Granted, her next life agenda is how to deny the email and her feelings for him. While having this chaotic situation with her boss, Ashley sinks deeper into a circle of resentment toward the popular guys, including her own sister's boyfriend. As a result, she is to blame for their break-up, and her relationship with her sister goes downhill from that point onward. To complicate her life even more, Maxwell isn't easy to get rid of. The more she blocks herself from falling for him, the more he pushes his way through. And worse, he gives Ashley no choice but to revisit her greatest fear which has been buried for a decade.
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
After the incident in high school, Ashley Wilson has been avoiding the popular guys like the plague. It's until the day she sends a wrong email to her hot boss, Maxwell Delacroix, and shamefully reveals her secret crush on him. Granted, her next life agenda is how to deny the email and her feelings for him. While having this chaotic situation with her boss, Ashley sinks deeper into a circle of resentment toward the popular guys, including her own sister's boyfriend. As a result, she is to blame for their break-up, and her relationship with her sister goes downhill from that point onward. To complicate her life even more, Maxwell isn't easy to get rid of. The more she blocks herself from falling for him, the more he pushes his way through. And worse, he gives Ashley no choice but to revisit her greatest fear which has been buried for a decade.
Say Yes To The Boss: A Billionaire Boss Office Romance
Author: Alice Fox
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
Hazel Clarke had lost her job, her best friend, her home, and the man she loved. Now, three months later, she is back trying to piece together her life. Hazel has sworn off the seductive charms of Hollywood's leading men after being betrayed by her last two boyfriends. Unfortunately, she'll have to face her past and all the drama that comes from living in Hollywood and working as the personal assistant to the handsome and famous actor, Nick Sterling. Can Hazel trust that Nick is different from the men who've broken her heart, or will the ghosts of her past doom their romance before it even begins?
Publisher: XSN
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
Hazel Clarke had lost her job, her best friend, her home, and the man she loved. Now, three months later, she is back trying to piece together her life. Hazel has sworn off the seductive charms of Hollywood's leading men after being betrayed by her last two boyfriends. Unfortunately, she'll have to face her past and all the drama that comes from living in Hollywood and working as the personal assistant to the handsome and famous actor, Nick Sterling. Can Hazel trust that Nick is different from the men who've broken her heart, or will the ghosts of her past doom their romance before it even begins?