Author: Eirini Arvanitaki
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1040086586
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
This book focuses on the projections of romantic love and its progression in a selection of popular romance novels and identifies an innovation within the genre’s formula and structure. Taking into account Giddens’s notion of ‘confluent’ love, this book argues that two forms of love exist within these texts: romantic and confluent love. The analysis of these love variants suggests that a continuum emerges which signifies the complexity but also the formation and progressive nature of the protagonists’ love relationships. This continuum is divided into three stages: the pre-personal, semi-personal, and personal. The first phase connotes the introduction of the protagonists and describes the sexual attraction they experience for each other. The second phase refers to the initiation of the sexual interaction between the heroine and hero without any emotional involvement. The third and final phase begins when emotions such as jealousy, shame/guilt, anger, and self-sacrifice are awakened and acknowledged.
The Good, the Bad and the Wild
Author: Heidi Rice
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0373528760
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Nick Delisantro is famous--for his scripts, for his looks and above all for his ruthless bad-boy charm. Eva, on the other hand, has spent her life being an overlooked wallflower Now she has to meet with Mr. Tall, Dark and Brooding or her only chance of promotion is over.... Nick can't stop staring at the mysterious, blushing girl who's dressed like a vixen but frozen under his gaze like a rabbit in headlights.... He can't wait to see what's behind that innocent front But Nick's about to get far more than he'd bargained for--not only does Eva have the key to his secret past, but there's nothing more dangerously addictive than a good girl going wild....
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0373528760
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Nick Delisantro is famous--for his scripts, for his looks and above all for his ruthless bad-boy charm. Eva, on the other hand, has spent her life being an overlooked wallflower Now she has to meet with Mr. Tall, Dark and Brooding or her only chance of promotion is over.... Nick can't stop staring at the mysterious, blushing girl who's dressed like a vixen but frozen under his gaze like a rabbit in headlights.... He can't wait to see what's behind that innocent front But Nick's about to get far more than he'd bargained for--not only does Eva have the key to his secret past, but there's nothing more dangerously addictive than a good girl going wild....
Emotionality
Author: Eirini Arvanitaki
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1040086586
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
This book focuses on the projections of romantic love and its progression in a selection of popular romance novels and identifies an innovation within the genre’s formula and structure. Taking into account Giddens’s notion of ‘confluent’ love, this book argues that two forms of love exist within these texts: romantic and confluent love. The analysis of these love variants suggests that a continuum emerges which signifies the complexity but also the formation and progressive nature of the protagonists’ love relationships. This continuum is divided into three stages: the pre-personal, semi-personal, and personal. The first phase connotes the introduction of the protagonists and describes the sexual attraction they experience for each other. The second phase refers to the initiation of the sexual interaction between the heroine and hero without any emotional involvement. The third and final phase begins when emotions such as jealousy, shame/guilt, anger, and self-sacrifice are awakened and acknowledged.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1040086586
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
This book focuses on the projections of romantic love and its progression in a selection of popular romance novels and identifies an innovation within the genre’s formula and structure. Taking into account Giddens’s notion of ‘confluent’ love, this book argues that two forms of love exist within these texts: romantic and confluent love. The analysis of these love variants suggests that a continuum emerges which signifies the complexity but also the formation and progressive nature of the protagonists’ love relationships. This continuum is divided into three stages: the pre-personal, semi-personal, and personal. The first phase connotes the introduction of the protagonists and describes the sexual attraction they experience for each other. The second phase refers to the initiation of the sexual interaction between the heroine and hero without any emotional involvement. The third and final phase begins when emotions such as jealousy, shame/guilt, anger, and self-sacrifice are awakened and acknowledged.
Cupcakes and Killer Heels
Author: Heidi Rice
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459223128
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Ruby Delisantro never blushes… …but after one glance from the infuriating Callum Westmore's bedroom eyes she's flushed redder than a glacé cherry. Her body has the right idea, for now that Callum's convertible has crashed into her life, nothing will ever be the same…. Ruby's always been in the driver's seat when it comes to relationships, but something tells her that Callum sees straight through her sharp salsa moves and snappy one-liners to her soft-as-buttercream heart beneath. For Ruby's in danger of losing control and–worse still–liking it!
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459223128
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Ruby Delisantro never blushes… …but after one glance from the infuriating Callum Westmore's bedroom eyes she's flushed redder than a glacé cherry. Her body has the right idea, for now that Callum's convertible has crashed into her life, nothing will ever be the same…. Ruby's always been in the driver's seat when it comes to relationships, but something tells her that Callum sees straight through her sharp salsa moves and snappy one-liners to her soft-as-buttercream heart beneath. For Ruby's in danger of losing control and–worse still–liking it!
On the First Night of Christmas...
Author: Heidi Rice
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459281888
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Cassie's tips for the Perfect Christmas Fling! 1. 'Tis the season to be daring: Find the perfect Mr. Right Now (extra points for a bad-boy-turned-billionaire) and be brave about getting him—even if that means jumping straight into sexy Jace Ryan's car! 2. Enjoy the ride: Once you've chosen your man, get swept away by the moment! For once, Cassie's determined to stop worrying about the future, but she must remember one thing… 3. This fling is just for Christmas: Jace Ryan's a seasonal special. Do not start falling for him, Cassie, no matter how perfect the package or how much you've enjoyed unwrapping it.…
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459281888
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Cassie's tips for the Perfect Christmas Fling! 1. 'Tis the season to be daring: Find the perfect Mr. Right Now (extra points for a bad-boy-turned-billionaire) and be brave about getting him—even if that means jumping straight into sexy Jace Ryan's car! 2. Enjoy the ride: Once you've chosen your man, get swept away by the moment! For once, Cassie's determined to stop worrying about the future, but she must remember one thing… 3. This fling is just for Christmas: Jace Ryan's a seasonal special. Do not start falling for him, Cassie, no matter how perfect the package or how much you've enjoyed unwrapping it.…
Surf, Sea and a Sexy Stranger
Author: Heidi Rice
Publisher: Mills & Boon
ISBN: 9780263215533
Category : Love stories
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Publisher: Mills & Boon
ISBN: 9780263215533
Category : Love stories
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Surf, Sea and a Sexy Stranger (Mills & Boon Modern Heat)
Author: Heidi Rice
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 1408918455
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Honed, handsome, and needing the kiss of life!
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 1408918455
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Honed, handsome, and needing the kiss of life!
Stranger at the Gate
Author: Mel White
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0452273811
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
“Compelling...eloquent and compassionate...We learn as much about growing up in the Christian right as we do about gay life in Mel White’s heartfelt and revealing memoir.”—San Francisco Examiner Until Christmas Eve 1991, Mel White was regarded by the leaders of the religious right as one of their most talented and productive supporters. He penned the speeches of Ollie North. He was a ghostwriter for Jerry Falwell, worked with Jim Bakker, flew in Pat Robertson's private jet, walked sandy beaches with Billy Graham. What these men didn't know was that Mel White—evangelical minister, committed Christian, family man—was gay. In this remarkable book, Mel White details his twenty-five years of being counseled, exorcised, electric-shocked, prayed for, and nearly driven to suicide because his church said homosexuality was wrong. But his salvation—to be openly gay and Christian—is more than a unique coming-out story. It is a chilling exposé that goes right into the secret meetings and hidden agendas of the religious right. Told by an eyewitness and sure to anger those Mel White once knew best, Stranger at the Gate is a warning about where the politics of hate may lead America...a brave book by a good man whose words can make us richer in spirit and much wiser too.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0452273811
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
“Compelling...eloquent and compassionate...We learn as much about growing up in the Christian right as we do about gay life in Mel White’s heartfelt and revealing memoir.”—San Francisco Examiner Until Christmas Eve 1991, Mel White was regarded by the leaders of the religious right as one of their most talented and productive supporters. He penned the speeches of Ollie North. He was a ghostwriter for Jerry Falwell, worked with Jim Bakker, flew in Pat Robertson's private jet, walked sandy beaches with Billy Graham. What these men didn't know was that Mel White—evangelical minister, committed Christian, family man—was gay. In this remarkable book, Mel White details his twenty-five years of being counseled, exorcised, electric-shocked, prayed for, and nearly driven to suicide because his church said homosexuality was wrong. But his salvation—to be openly gay and Christian—is more than a unique coming-out story. It is a chilling exposé that goes right into the secret meetings and hidden agendas of the religious right. Told by an eyewitness and sure to anger those Mel White once knew best, Stranger at the Gate is a warning about where the politics of hate may lead America...a brave book by a good man whose words can make us richer in spirit and much wiser too.
THE SEDUCER
Author: Jule McBride
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 146037150X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
A MATCHMAKING MOM WILL SECRETLY TURN HER THREE BIG APPLE BACHELORS INTO MILLIONAIRES—BUT ONLY IF THEY MARRY! Bachelor #2, Officer Rex Steele, is supposed to be on vacation. Instead, he's working undercover investigating a case close to his heart. As for finding a wife, this burned-out bad boy has practically given up on women! Until he meets sexy, free-spirited Pansy Hanley one night on the beach. He's supposed to be questioning her, but ends up seducing her instead.… Pansy can't believe she's making hot, explosive love with Rex—every night. Is he just a tourist or truly her fantasy lover? Something bigger is definitely going on here—rumors are flying fast and furious. Can Pansy afford to be distracted by this mysterious man from Manhattan?
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 146037150X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
A MATCHMAKING MOM WILL SECRETLY TURN HER THREE BIG APPLE BACHELORS INTO MILLIONAIRES—BUT ONLY IF THEY MARRY! Bachelor #2, Officer Rex Steele, is supposed to be on vacation. Instead, he's working undercover investigating a case close to his heart. As for finding a wife, this burned-out bad boy has practically given up on women! Until he meets sexy, free-spirited Pansy Hanley one night on the beach. He's supposed to be questioning her, but ends up seducing her instead.… Pansy can't believe she's making hot, explosive love with Rex—every night. Is he just a tourist or truly her fantasy lover? Something bigger is definitely going on here—rumors are flying fast and furious. Can Pansy afford to be distracted by this mysterious man from Manhattan?
Surf n Turf
Author: Jo-Anne Duffett
Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
ISBN: 1035831201
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Disconcerted by her boyfriend’s hasty marriage proposal, London-born Sarah cycles from Cape Town to the Karoo in search of her heritage, and her heart. On the way, disaster strikes leaving her lost and confused in an arid landscape. Rescued by a handsome sheep farmer, she has just a locket; a phrase: “touch the stars” and a faded map, to navigate her way forward. As for Luan, one minute he is warm and friendly, the next haunted by pain and so distant. What has hurt him so deeply? What will it take to melt the ice around his heart? Can Luan help Sarah find what she is looking for?
Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
ISBN: 1035831201
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Disconcerted by her boyfriend’s hasty marriage proposal, London-born Sarah cycles from Cape Town to the Karoo in search of her heritage, and her heart. On the way, disaster strikes leaving her lost and confused in an arid landscape. Rescued by a handsome sheep farmer, she has just a locket; a phrase: “touch the stars” and a faded map, to navigate her way forward. As for Luan, one minute he is warm and friendly, the next haunted by pain and so distant. What has hurt him so deeply? What will it take to melt the ice around his heart? Can Luan help Sarah find what she is looking for?
Follow the Morning Star
Author: Di Morrissey
Publisher: Pan Australia
ISBN: 1742622054
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
From Australia's favourite storyteller with new novel The Night Tide out now. Queenie and TR return in Di Morrissey's sequel to the bestselling Heart of the Dreaming. Queenie Hanlon has a perfect life. She's the mother of two adoring children, the wealthy owner of a thriving outback station and the wife of handsome bushman TR Hamilton. Then one day, Queenie's perfect life comes crashing down... Her bitter and vengeful brother returns from Italy to lay claim to his inheritance. Her precious daughter is seduced by her uncle into giving up all Queenie's strived for. And her beloved TR, injured in a riding accident, can no longer recall the life they once shared. Follow the Morning Star is a triumphant story of courage, strength and a rare and beautiful love that endures the test of time.
Publisher: Pan Australia
ISBN: 1742622054
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
From Australia's favourite storyteller with new novel The Night Tide out now. Queenie and TR return in Di Morrissey's sequel to the bestselling Heart of the Dreaming. Queenie Hanlon has a perfect life. She's the mother of two adoring children, the wealthy owner of a thriving outback station and the wife of handsome bushman TR Hamilton. Then one day, Queenie's perfect life comes crashing down... Her bitter and vengeful brother returns from Italy to lay claim to his inheritance. Her precious daughter is seduced by her uncle into giving up all Queenie's strived for. And her beloved TR, injured in a riding accident, can no longer recall the life they once shared. Follow the Morning Star is a triumphant story of courage, strength and a rare and beautiful love that endures the test of time.