Author: Claire Amarti
Publisher: Claire Amarti
ISBN: 9780578854823
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 300
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My father looks around the room and raises his glass of champagne high. 'Friends and family, I'm so glad you're all here today. Because there's something I've been wanting to share with you.' The way my stepmother's looking at him I can tell right away Dad's gone off-script. He looks out over us all and rubs his hand across his sweat-beaded forehead. He's shaking, I notice. And then he looks my way and his glance is absolutely piercing. That's what I'm thinking in the moment that his knees suddenly buckle and the glass drops from his hand. It smashes like a grenade, an explosion of deafening silence. My father is lying face-forward in the grass. 'Somebody call an ambulance, ' a voice shrieks. And the world as I know it ends. Dinah Spencer is back in her childhood home for one stressful weekend. It's the twenty-five-year anniversary of her father's marriage to her stepmother. Those twenty-five years haven't all been happy ones for middle child Dinah, but she's getting ready to put the past behind her, keeping the bonds of family strong for her own daughter Josie's sake - until her beloved dad collapses in the middle of his anniversary speech. In the wake of her father's shocking cardiac arrest, youngest daughter Lottie Spencer must struggle to keep her family afloat. Her mother, the ever-capable Mara, suddenly seems disturbingly fragile. Then there are Lottie's two older step-sisters, Vaughan and Dinah, whose own private lives seem to be fraying at the seams. And then there's that mysterious box in the attic, belonging to her father's first wife. A box whose explosive secrets Lottie is only just starting to unravel... A heartbreaking, gripping page-turner about family secrets and the lengths we'll go to protect those we love. Fans of Jodi Picoult, Diane Chamberlaine and Liane Moriarty will be hooked.
Author: Emma Robinson
Publisher: Bookouture
ISBN: 9781838887902
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 268
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The tears began to flow. 'I can't do this on my own, ' Emily sobbed. 'I don't know how.' When Emily's husband dies in a terrible accident, she's not the only wife he leaves behind. Because, before their whirlwind romance and Emily's discovery she was pregnant, Pete had been married to Caroline for more than twenty years. A devastating tragedy had torn them apart. But there was a part of Pete that had never fully left his first wife and a secret that would bind them together, forever. Finding herself lonely, heartbroken, and forced to face life and motherhood alone - Emily is surprised that Caroline offers her support. But Emily knows she needs someone she can trust and rely on. Even if it's the woman her husband loved before her. A tentative friendship develops and their lives become entwined. Their bond grows ever stronger as Caroline steps in to help when Emily's baby arrives unexpectedly early. But it's not just Caroline hiding a secret. Both of the women who once loved Pete have things they can never admit, without risking a friendship that might be the only thing keeping them both afloat. When grief begins to takes its toll on Emily, she feels sure that Caroline is the only person who can save her and baby Dylan... But should she trust the woman he loved before her - with her life... Or her child's? An utterly devastating, but ultimately uplifting, emotional women's fiction novel about friendship, motherhood and loss. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis and Jojo Moyes. Readers love Emma Robinson: 'Wow!!! Where to even begin Mind you, it's hard enough to write this with blurry eyes through tears!!... Absolutely heartbreaking and a real tear jerker.' Kirsty Whitlock ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I don't even know where to begin to review this absolutely gut-wrenching, beautiful story... I have never audibly sobbed or struggled to read a book through tears, but this one was tough.... I cannot express the need for everyone to read this book... It is just beautiful and I think it gives a lot for people to learn from in their own lives too.' Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Author: Susan Holloway Scott
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 1496719190
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
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Inspired by a woman and events forgotten by history, bestselling author Susan Holloway Scott weaves together carefully researched fact and fiction to tell the story of Mary Emmons, and the place she held in the life—and the heart—of the notorious Aaron Burr. He was a hero of the Revolution, a brilliant politician, lawyer, and very nearly president; a skillful survivor in a raw new country filled with constantly shifting loyalties. Today Aaron Burr is remembered more for the fatal duel that killed rival Alexander Hamilton. But long before that single shot destroyed Burr’s political career, there were other dark whispers about him: that he was untrustworthy, a libertine, a man unafraid of claiming whatever he believed should be his. Sold into slavery as a child in India, Mary Emmons was brought to an America torn by war. Toughened by the experiences of her young life, Mary is intelligent, resourceful, and strong. She quickly gains the trust of her new mistress, Theodosia Prevost, and becomes indispensable in a complicated household filled with intrigue—especially when the now-widowed Theodosia marries Colonel Aaron Burr. As Theodosia sickens with the fatal disease that will finally kill her, Mary and Burr are drawn together into a private world of power and passion, and a secret, tangled union that would have shocked the nation . . . Praise for I, Eliza Hamilton “Scott’s devotion to research is evident . . . a rewarding take on a fascinating historical couple.” —Library Journal “Readers will be captivated.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Packed with political and historical as well as domestic details.” —Booklist
Author: Cormac O'Brien
Publisher: Quirk Books
ISBN: 1594744785
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 444
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These collected biographies on the wacky secrets and scandals of the first ladies of the United States casts American history in a whole new light Whether she’s a leading lady, loyal spouse, or lightning rod for scandal, the First Lady of the United States has always been in the spotlight—and in 2017 that was truer than ever. This revised and expanded edition from Quirk’s best-selling Secret Lives series features outrageous and uncensored profiles of the women of the White House, from Martha Washington to Melania Trump, it comes complete with hundreds of little-known, politically incorrect, and downright wacko facts. Did you know that: • Dolley Madison loved to chew tobacco • Mary Todd Lincoln conducted séances on a regular basis • Eleanor Roosevelt and Ellen Wilson both carried guns • Jacqueline Kennedy spent $121,000 on her wardrobe in a single year • Betty Ford liked to chat on CB radios—her handle was “First Mama” With chapters on every woman who’s ever made it to the White House, Secret Lives of the First Ladies tackles all the tough questions that other history books are afraid to ask: How many of these women owned slaves? Which ones were cheating on their husbands? And why was Eleanor Roosevelt serving hot dogs to the King and Queen of England? American history was never this much fun in school!
Author: Jen Weaver
Publisher: ACU Press
ISBN: 0891126147
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 157
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The path to marital happiness is different than you think. When our plans for marriage improvement begin with “If my husband would . . .” or “If, as a couple, we could . . .” we’re missing the secret. Despite her man’s flaws and failures, the Lord plans to bless a wife’s marriage through her husband. A Wife’s Secret to Happiness shares eleven powerful, practical blessings that God wants to pour into your lap like sweet spiritual confetti, and the wifestyle habits that will attract or reject this divine provision. No matter your title—from stay-at-home mom to business executive to ministry leader—you can celebrate God’s role for you as a wife and learn how to •Embrace vibrant marital roles without getting stuck in gender ruts •Reduce stress and busyness by building intimacy and strength •Boost love, support, and encouragement in your communication •Deepen your spousal connection so you won’t feel alone •Restore dreams for your life with your spouse Through thoughtful exploration of biblical promises, humorous hope-filled stories, and compelling testimonies, Jen shares how God empowers her life as a submissive millennial wife, and inspires readers to experience the same freedom.
Author: Little Munson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781521260005
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 189
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Ask a man his favorite fantasy, and he'll tell you he craves to see his wife/girlfriend spend playtime with other women. Funny thing is, many women don't tell their men they need the same thing. And in that gap of truth not shared, a tantalizing desire lingers. Meet Derek. A silly man who finds himself steeping in this very stew. He's finally experiencing the "arrangement" he's craved for years... the love triangle he swore he couldn't live without.Problem is, in the blink of an eye, he's been pushed to a very cold curb, because real-life, lesbian cuckolding, is not for the faint of heart, or weak of mind. Insecurity and humiliation are powerful forces. So is realizing his wife is under the spell of a very beautiful creature. There's not a thing Derek can do about it, either, as he witnesses firsthand a skilled cuckquean wielding power over his wife, while twisting Derek's mind and heart into all sorts of tortured little knots simultaneously. What a "terrible" dilemma. Question is... can Derek "man up" and accept his new status, or is manning up an impossible thing for him to do? Yes, Secret Needs is very much based on a true story. Follow Derek on his adventures. Discover what happens when a man when bites off more than he can chew, and how he finds himself enduring the "agonizing" ritual of fearing he's losing his wife to another woman... every... single...day.
Author: Kerry Wilkinson
Publisher: Bookouture
ISBN: 9781786817075
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
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Charley Willis was thirteen years old when her parents were killed in their family home and she was found hiding in a cupboard upstairs. Fifteen years later, Charley is marrying Seth Chambers. It should be the happiest day of their lives, a chance for Charley to put her past behind her, but just hours after the ceremony, she is missing. No one saw her leave. No one knows where she is. One thing is for certain...Seth is about to discover he doesn't really know the woman he just married. And his nightmare is only just beginning. A totally gripping psychological thriller that will keep you reading until the very last jaw-dropping twist. Read what everyone is saying about The Wife's Secret: 'What a book!!!! Had me gripped from the first page right through to the last page.... could not put it down but didn't want it to end either! A fantastic read!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'WOW ABSOLUTELY WOW!!!! This is the most unputdownable book I've read in a very long time!!! ...Loads of tense moments and twists and turns. And an ending you won't see coming!!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Possibly his best yet! The characters in the story are brilliant...Five stars from me for this one - I loved the writing style, it had a great pace and was really well executed!' donnasbookblog 'Oh my god what an amazing book. This is a real page turner...I was hooked from the first page and only putting this book down when I needed to...My husband has definitely become a book widower with this one.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'OHHHHHH I just love a Kerry Wilkinson book... This book really is one of those page turners... It's one of those books that as much as you try to figure things out, you just have no damn clue which way it is going. Brilliantly, cleverly written...First class, but I really didn't expect anything else from this author. BLOODY LOVED IT!!!!!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'A suspenseful thriller with a lot of emotional trauma...there are secrets and twists which bring out hidden family dramas and deceptions. Very well written and interesting! Let's Escape with a Good Book, 5 stars 'Another phenomenal book by this author...A lot of twists and turns. I didn't want this book to end. I was not expecting the ending that was delivered. Such a good book!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'A real page turner...Hooks the reader in from the first page. The storyline is so good and believable...It's a rollercoaster ride right through to the end and believe me I did not expect that ending!...A word of warning though! Do not read it in one sitting which is so easy to do. You will be left longing for more!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'This book had me at the first page...As with Kerry's other books you don't know 'who done it' until the end. Written by one of my favourite writers, Kerry does not let us down; this is possibly the best stand alone book he has ever written, I just couldn't put it down. I'd highly recommend this book!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars
Author: Gill Paul
Publisher: Avon Books
ISBN: 9780008254247
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 416
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'A cleverly crafted novel and an enthralling story... A triumph.' DINAH JEFFERIES A Russian grand duchess and an English journalist. Linked by one of the world's greatest mysteries . . .
Author: Greer Hendricks
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 1250130921
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 353
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A tangle of lies binds together a divorced man, his new fiancée, and his ex-wife.
Author: Mia Carson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781549951411
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 200
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Get married or lose my fortune.I'm Walker Allard, heir to a billion-dollar empire. My father is an overbearing man who won't quit until I do two things: get married, choosing from his approved list of women, and make his newest acquisition, a small-town restaurant, ultra-successful. But this is easier said than done. Everyone hates me.The entire restaurant staff has been fired, along with the owner and the only person who knows anything about the business, the owner's sexy daughter, Jaylyn Wilson, who is pissed at me. Then it gets worse. I hire her to work in my house and stupidly fall for her. I should know better - Jaylyn will never make my father's list; she's just an in-home cook. But never ask a man to choose between the woman he desperately loves and his family. You never know how it'll turn out. Of course I'm left with no choice but to make her my secret wife.SECRET WIFE is a standalone novel.
