Author: Saher Alam
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0385527004
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
A love story inspired by The Age of Innocence, about a young man and woman thwarted by tradition and the fears of a world suddenly defined by tragedy Just as Nasr, a young man with a vibrant professional and social life in New York, begins to prepare for the arranged marriage he hopes will appease his Indian Muslim family and assure him a union as happy as his parents’, he starts to suspect that his true love has been within his reach his entire life. Nasr has known Jameela since they were children, and for nearly that long she has flouted the traditions her community holds dear. But now the rebellion that always made her seem dangerous suddenly makes him wonder if she might be his perfect match. Feeling increasingly trapped as his wedding date approaches, Nasr contemplates a drastic escape, but in the wake of 9/11, new fears and old prejudices threaten to stand between him and the promise of happiness. Current in its political themes and classic in its treatment of doomed love, The Groom to Have Been is a graceful and emotionally charged debut.
The Groom to Have Been
Author: Saher Alam
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0385527004
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
A love story inspired by The Age of Innocence, about a young man and woman thwarted by tradition and the fears of a world suddenly defined by tragedy Just as Nasr, a young man with a vibrant professional and social life in New York, begins to prepare for the arranged marriage he hopes will appease his Indian Muslim family and assure him a union as happy as his parents’, he starts to suspect that his true love has been within his reach his entire life. Nasr has known Jameela since they were children, and for nearly that long she has flouted the traditions her community holds dear. But now the rebellion that always made her seem dangerous suddenly makes him wonder if she might be his perfect match. Feeling increasingly trapped as his wedding date approaches, Nasr contemplates a drastic escape, but in the wake of 9/11, new fears and old prejudices threaten to stand between him and the promise of happiness. Current in its political themes and classic in its treatment of doomed love, The Groom to Have Been is a graceful and emotionally charged debut.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0385527004
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
A love story inspired by The Age of Innocence, about a young man and woman thwarted by tradition and the fears of a world suddenly defined by tragedy Just as Nasr, a young man with a vibrant professional and social life in New York, begins to prepare for the arranged marriage he hopes will appease his Indian Muslim family and assure him a union as happy as his parents’, he starts to suspect that his true love has been within his reach his entire life. Nasr has known Jameela since they were children, and for nearly that long she has flouted the traditions her community holds dear. But now the rebellion that always made her seem dangerous suddenly makes him wonder if she might be his perfect match. Feeling increasingly trapped as his wedding date approaches, Nasr contemplates a drastic escape, but in the wake of 9/11, new fears and old prejudices threaten to stand between him and the promise of happiness. Current in its political themes and classic in its treatment of doomed love, The Groom to Have Been is a graceful and emotionally charged debut.
Only
Author: Winston Groom
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671522671
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
Only is an Old English Sheepdog, the only survivor of an accidentally poisoned litter of sheepdogs, and he makes an irreplaceable addition to the home of George and Alice Martin.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671522671
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
Only is an Old English Sheepdog, the only survivor of an accidentally poisoned litter of sheepdogs, and he makes an irreplaceable addition to the home of George and Alice Martin.
The Everything Groom Book
Author: Shelly Hagen
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440503605
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Enjoy a stress-free wedding and discover all that is required of a groom on the big day with The Everything Groom Book. Without question, you love your bride-to-be and want to spend the rest of your life with her. Ever since you popped the question, however, she’s seemed somewhat different—more anxious, more neurotic, and more fixated on the “little things” like flowers, bridal registry china, and why the bridesmaids hate their dresses. Before you head for the back door, take a deep breath—help is on the way. The Everything Groom Book is here to help you keep your sanity while your fiancé loses hers. Get no-nonsense advice on how to: -Handle the emotional roller coaster -Choose a wedding location and date -Narrow down the guest list -Know when to give your opinion—and when to hold back -Smooth over disagreements From timing the engagement to enjoying your honeymoon, The Everything Groom Book is your ticket to a hassle-free wedding.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440503605
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Enjoy a stress-free wedding and discover all that is required of a groom on the big day with The Everything Groom Book. Without question, you love your bride-to-be and want to spend the rest of your life with her. Ever since you popped the question, however, she’s seemed somewhat different—more anxious, more neurotic, and more fixated on the “little things” like flowers, bridal registry china, and why the bridesmaids hate their dresses. Before you head for the back door, take a deep breath—help is on the way. The Everything Groom Book is here to help you keep your sanity while your fiancé loses hers. Get no-nonsense advice on how to: -Handle the emotional roller coaster -Choose a wedding location and date -Narrow down the guest list -Know when to give your opinion—and when to hold back -Smooth over disagreements From timing the engagement to enjoying your honeymoon, The Everything Groom Book is your ticket to a hassle-free wedding.
THE IMPATIENT GROOM
Author: Sara Wood
Publisher: Harlequin / SB Creative
ISBN: 4596254249
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Sophia, a poor preacher’s daughter, has lost both her parents and is desperately seeking work. Then one day she is summoned to a lawyer’s office and is introduced to the Venetian prince Rozzano, who tells her that her mother was actually the daughter of an Italian noble. She is shocked to learn that the luxurious life of the aristocracy is suddenly open to her, so thankfully she is guided by the kind Rozzano. However, there is a nefarious plot hidden behind the smiling face. Will the innocent Sophia, not understanding the machinations that revolve around her, offer her honest and grateful heart to him?
Publisher: Harlequin / SB Creative
ISBN: 4596254249
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Sophia, a poor preacher’s daughter, has lost both her parents and is desperately seeking work. Then one day she is summoned to a lawyer’s office and is introduced to the Venetian prince Rozzano, who tells her that her mother was actually the daughter of an Italian noble. She is shocked to learn that the luxurious life of the aristocracy is suddenly open to her, so thankfully she is guided by the kind Rozzano. However, there is a nefarious plot hidden behind the smiling face. Will the innocent Sophia, not understanding the machinations that revolve around her, offer her honest and grateful heart to him?
Every Bride Needs a Groom (Brides with Style Book #1)
Author: Janice Thompson
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 144122307X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
Small-town girl Katie Fisher is planning her wedding. Sure, her boyfriend hasn't managed to pop the question just yet, but that doesn't mean she shouldn't enter a contest in Texas Bride magazine to win the dress of her dreams, right? But when her boyfriend breaks up with her and takes a job in another town--the very same day Katie wins her dream dress--her world is turned upside down. Should she claim her prize? And will the hunky former pro-basketball player who runs the swanky Dallas bridal shop--yeah, you read that right--catch on to her humiliation if she does? Janice Thompson designs a romance sure to delight, with plenty of fish-out-of-water moments, a hilarious supporting cast, and more of the wedding biz world her readers adore.
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 144122307X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
Small-town girl Katie Fisher is planning her wedding. Sure, her boyfriend hasn't managed to pop the question just yet, but that doesn't mean she shouldn't enter a contest in Texas Bride magazine to win the dress of her dreams, right? But when her boyfriend breaks up with her and takes a job in another town--the very same day Katie wins her dream dress--her world is turned upside down. Should she claim her prize? And will the hunky former pro-basketball player who runs the swanky Dallas bridal shop--yeah, you read that right--catch on to her humiliation if she does? Janice Thompson designs a romance sure to delight, with plenty of fish-out-of-water moments, a hilarious supporting cast, and more of the wedding biz world her readers adore.
Merely the Groom
Author: Rebecca Hagan Lee
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101655984
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
More information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101655984
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
More information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA
The Mother of the Groom
Author: Sharon Naylor
Publisher: Citadel Press
ISBN: 9780806526454
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Naylor's guide includes resource information on discount airfare, wedding websites, wedding planners, and honeymoon accommodations.
Publisher: Citadel Press
ISBN: 9780806526454
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Naylor's guide includes resource information on discount airfare, wedding websites, wedding planners, and honeymoon accommodations.
Father of the Groom
Author: Silvia Violet
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781723471452
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Avery has a good life. He loves his job as a makeup artist, and he's ecstatic about being Twink of Honor in his best friend's wedding. He's more than capable of supporting himself, but that doesn't stop him from longing for an older man who'll take care of him.Graham Hillingdon has finally repaired his relationship with his son, and he's thrilled to be part of his son's wedding day, though he wishes he had a plus one to bring with him. Sadly, he has yet to find a man who appreciates both his dominant and nurturing sides; maybe even someone to call him Daddy.When Avery and Graham meet at the wedding, attraction sizzles between them, and they end up spending an insanely hot night together. Graham makes sure Avery knows exactly who's in charge in bed, but afterwards, he's exquisitely gentle. This is just what Avery needs, and Graham is certain he's finally found a man who desires what he has to give. Neither of them wants to part the next day, but between their age difference and their reluctance to reveal their relationship to Graham's son, they wonder if they have any chance for a future together. But as perfect as they are for each other, shouldn't it be worth the risk?
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781723471452
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Avery has a good life. He loves his job as a makeup artist, and he's ecstatic about being Twink of Honor in his best friend's wedding. He's more than capable of supporting himself, but that doesn't stop him from longing for an older man who'll take care of him.Graham Hillingdon has finally repaired his relationship with his son, and he's thrilled to be part of his son's wedding day, though he wishes he had a plus one to bring with him. Sadly, he has yet to find a man who appreciates both his dominant and nurturing sides; maybe even someone to call him Daddy.When Avery and Graham meet at the wedding, attraction sizzles between them, and they end up spending an insanely hot night together. Graham makes sure Avery knows exactly who's in charge in bed, but afterwards, he's exquisitely gentle. This is just what Avery needs, and Graham is certain he's finally found a man who desires what he has to give. Neither of them wants to part the next day, but between their age difference and their reluctance to reveal their relationship to Graham's son, they wonder if they have any chance for a future together. But as perfect as they are for each other, shouldn't it be worth the risk?
The Groom Will Keep His Name
Author: Matt Ortile
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1541762800
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
A riotous collection of "witty and captivating" essays by a gay Filipino immigrant in America who is learning that everything is about sex (Bitch Magazine) -- and sex is about power. When Matt Ortile moved from Manila to Las Vegas, the locals couldn't pronounce his name. Harassed as a kid for his brown skin, accent, and femininity, he believed he could belong in America by marrying a white man and shedding his Filipino identity. This was the first myth he told himself. The Groom Will Keep His Name explores the various tales Ortile spun about what it means to be a Vassar Girl, an American Boy, and a Filipino immigrant in New York looking to build a home. As we meet and mate, we tell stories about ourselves, revealing not just who we are, but who we want to be. Ortile recounts the relationships and whateverships that pushed him to confront his notions of sex, power, and the model minority myth. Whether swiping on Grindr, analyzing DMs, or cruising steam rooms, Ortile brings us on his journey toward radical self-love with intelligence, wit, and his heart on his sleeve.
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1541762800
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
A riotous collection of "witty and captivating" essays by a gay Filipino immigrant in America who is learning that everything is about sex (Bitch Magazine) -- and sex is about power. When Matt Ortile moved from Manila to Las Vegas, the locals couldn't pronounce his name. Harassed as a kid for his brown skin, accent, and femininity, he believed he could belong in America by marrying a white man and shedding his Filipino identity. This was the first myth he told himself. The Groom Will Keep His Name explores the various tales Ortile spun about what it means to be a Vassar Girl, an American Boy, and a Filipino immigrant in New York looking to build a home. As we meet and mate, we tell stories about ourselves, revealing not just who we are, but who we want to be. Ortile recounts the relationships and whateverships that pushed him to confront his notions of sex, power, and the model minority myth. Whether swiping on Grindr, analyzing DMs, or cruising steam rooms, Ortile brings us on his journey toward radical self-love with intelligence, wit, and his heart on his sleeve.
Lady Violet Finds a Bridegroom
Author: Grace Burrowes
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781956975086
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Lady Violet Mysteries--Book Three Why must a widow newly emerged from mourning be invited to every wedding in the realm? Lady Violet Belmaine ponders that conundrum while traveling from London to rural Scotland at the invitation of an old friend. Escorted by her dashing physician friend, Hugh St. Sevier, Violet prepares to again subject herself to a nuptial celebration, except... the groom fails to appear.Matters become more interesting when Violet discovers that Sebastian MacHeath is laird of the nearest castle, and well acquainted with the bride and her family. Mysterious cousins, surly neighbors, and appearances much at variance with the facts all confound Violet's efforts to find the missing groom, and any designs she might have on her handsome escort!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781956975086
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Lady Violet Mysteries--Book Three Why must a widow newly emerged from mourning be invited to every wedding in the realm? Lady Violet Belmaine ponders that conundrum while traveling from London to rural Scotland at the invitation of an old friend. Escorted by her dashing physician friend, Hugh St. Sevier, Violet prepares to again subject herself to a nuptial celebration, except... the groom fails to appear.Matters become more interesting when Violet discovers that Sebastian MacHeath is laird of the nearest castle, and well acquainted with the bride and her family. Mysterious cousins, surly neighbors, and appearances much at variance with the facts all confound Violet's efforts to find the missing groom, and any designs she might have on her handsome escort!