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The Enemy At Home: Sneak Peek
Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition! “A sweeping, addictive story of bravery and sacrifice…Authentic period detail creates a suspenseful, chilling atmosphere in this grand historical novel.” —Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times bestselling authors “Fast-paced, suspenseful, and intriguing… Super enjoyable” —Elizabeth George, #1 New York Times bestselling author “Had me guessing and turning pages right up to the final, shocking reveal—which I never saw coming. A perfect summer read!”—Charlie Donlea, USA Today bestselling author A serial killer preys on women in WWII-era Seattle in the New York Times bestselling author’s gripping new thriller—a blend of vivid, richly detailed historical fiction and taut suspense. 1943, Seattle. While raging war reshapes the landscape of Europe, its impact is felt thousands of miles away too. Before the war, Nora Kinney was one of countless housewives and mothers in her comfortable Capitol Hill neighborhood. Now, with her doctor husband stationed in North Africa, Nora feels compelled to do more than tend her victory garden or help with scrap metal drives . . . At the Boeing B-17 plant, Nora learns to wield a heavy riveting gun amid the deafening noise of the assembly line—a real-life counterpart to “Rosie the Riveter” in the recruitment posters. Yet while the country desperately needs their help, not everyone is happy about “all these women” taking over men’s jobs. Nora worries that she is neglecting her children, especially her withdrawn teenage son. But amid this turmoil, a sinister tragedy occurs: One of Nora’s coworkers is found strangled in her apartment, dressed in an apron, with a lipstick smile smeared on her face. It’s the beginning of a terrifying pattern, as women war-plant workers like Nora are targeted throughout Seattle and murdered in the same ritualistic manner. And eclipsing Nora’s fear for her safety is her secret, growing conviction that she and the killer are connected—and that the haven that was her home has become her own personal battlefield . . . “A compulsively unputdownable, keep-you-guessing-to-the-end, pages-flying whodunit. Packed with compelling, complicated characters in a fascinating and meticulously-researched time and place.” —Laurie Frankel, New York Times bestselling author of This Is How It Always Is “Nobody writes suspense better than Kevin O’Brien. Read The Enemy at Home, but do so with the lights on.” —Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author “The curves in the plot kept me reading late into the night (while checking the locks on my doors!).” —Erica Bauermeister, New York Times bestselling author of No Two Persons Read more$0.00$4.99 -
A Taste of Seduction
Love and Betrayal…Regency style A young woman of noble blood, raised as a peasant girl…An orphaned stable boy, now grown and the surrogate son of a powerful earl—the same earl who just so happens to be the young woman’s father…Francie Jordan and Alexander Bishop have nothing in common—she runs barefoot and talks to animals. He won’t loosen his cravat unless the bedroom door is firmly closed. She believes in love, second chances, and happily ever after. He believes in keeping a safe distance from anything that resembles an emotion. Indeed, they have nothing in common but an undeniable desire for one another they can’t ignore, and an ailing “father” who will employ any means to bring them together. Unfortunately, not everyone wishes to see a union between Francie and Alexander, and they will stop at nothing to keep this couple apart. An Unlikely Husband Series:Book One: A Taste of Seduction (Francie & Alexander’s story)Book Two: A Touch of Seduction: a novella (Ariana & Jason’s story)Book Three: A Scent of Seduction (Julia & Jon’s story)Book Four: A Breath of Seduction (Sophie & Holt’s story)Book Five: A Dash of Seduction (Madeline & Douglas’s story) Bonus Material: Included in this eBook is a sample of A Touch of Seduction, An Unlikely Husband, Book 2. Read more$0.00$4.99 -
Cozy Case Files, Volume 18: a Cozy Mystery Sampler
Looking for a new cozy series? In the new edition of Cozy Case Files, Minotaur Books compiles the beginnings of eleven charming cozy mysteries publishing in Spring/Summer 2023 for free for easy sampling. The eighteenth edition of Cozy Case Files features cozies from the following authors: Meri Allen, Donna Andrews, Olivia Blacke, Vivien Chien, Leonard Goldberg, Carolyn Haines, Olivia Matthews, Allison Montclair, Korina Moss, Mindy Quigley, and Katharine Schellman. Bring your appetite as you catch up on what’s happening in your favorite eateries in Fatal Fudge Swirl, Curds of Prey, Misfortune Cookie, Hard Dough Homicide, and Ashes to Ashes, Crust to Crust. Take up birding in Birder, She Wrote. Travel west in A Fatal Groove and Tell-Tale Bones. Want to escape the present? Head to the past in The Wayward Prince, The Lady from Burma, and The Last Drop of Hemlock. Read more -
An Indecent Invitation
Warning: This book contains spies, scandals, naughty liaisons in houses of ill repute, men who think they know everything and women who know they do not. Lady Lily Drummond understands only too well the danger of spy work. Her father, a preeminent master spy, has been missing for months, and her brother barely survived his final mission for the Crown. Lily is still determined to help find her father, no matter how hard her brother and his best friend try to keep her in the dark. Busy trying to untangle the web of deceit surrounding the Earl of Windor’s disappearance, Crown spy Gray Masterson also has to ensure Lily Drummond, the gangly, awkward child who was his constant shadow growing up, doesn’t get herself ruined at her London debut. But the girl with scraped knees and elbows has evolved into a lush, sensual beauty surrounded by a bevy of suitors. Realizing Lily is going to investigate on her own if he doesn’t let her join the hunt for her missing father, Gray assumes he can give Lily a few minor tasks to pacify her, but he quickly learns she is a valuable asset. Moreover, she fairly crackles with life and warmth—things he craves after his dark years in service. Keeping her safe will be difficult, keeping a proper distance from her will be downright impossible. “Witty, compelling, and sensuous!” Valerie Bowman, author of the Playful Brides series“…a well-written, engaging, and very steamy delight!” J Harris, Library Journal Read more$0.00$12.99 -
The Good Knight
When a king is murdered on the way to his wedding, Gareth & Gwen join forces in their first mystery together!$0.00$4.99 -
Such Good Friends: Sneak Peek: a Novel of Truman Capote & Lee Radziwill
Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition! “Fans of Capote and the era of Camelot should be delighted.” —Shana Abé, New York Times bestselling author of The Second Mrs. Astor A must-read for fans of Truman Capote and Jackie Kennedy, this star-studded, evocative novel revels in the glamor, gossip, and casual betrayal of 1960s and ’70s high society New York and the socialite “swans” that ruled this scandalous world. On a Thursday morning in May 1961, a well-mannered twenty-one-year-old named Marlene enters the Fifth Avenue apartment of Lee Radziwill to interview for the position of housekeeper and cook. The stylish wife of London-based Prince Stanislaw Radziwill, Princess Lee is intelligent and creative, with ambitions beyond simply jet-setting. But to the public, she is always First Lady Jackie Kennedy’s little sister. As Marlene becomes a trusted presence in the Radziwill household, she observes the dazzling array of famous figures who flit in and out of Lee’s intimate circle, including Gloria Vanderbilt, Rudolf Nureyev, Jackie and the President, Ari Onassis, Gore Vidal, Andy Warhol, and, most regularly, celebrated author Truman Capote. At the height of his fame following the success of Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Truman has granted Lee place of honor in his flock of glamorous socialite “swans.” Their closeness stems from an unexpected kinship. Both know too well the feeling of being second-best. Seeing his shadow in the woman he refers to as his most unconventional swan, Truman uses his influence and talent to try and make Lee a star. Their bond deepens through the decade’s extraordinary events, from JFK’s assassination to the era-defining Black and White Ball. But Marlene, who Truman has taken under his wing as an aspiring writer, can see Truman’s darker side—especially his penchant for mining his friends’ private lives for material. And there are betrayals on either side that may signal the end not just of a friendship, but of the shared expectation that wealth and fame can shield against every heartbreak. Read more -
The Blacksmith’s Daughter: a Prequel
Nothing ever stays the same. Could taking the leap from friends to lovers risk a beautiful friendship? Cait and Kennan have been friends since they were bairns. Now they both want more—yet neither has dared to reveal their change of heart to the other. To complicate matters, Cait’s over-protective father jealously guards his daughter. He scares off all potential suitors. But Cait and Kennan can’t deny their hearts. And in the midst of a long, hot summer, their relationship is about to change irrevocably. THE BLACKSMITH’S DAUGHTER is a prequel short story set in the same world as the STOLEN HIGHLAND HEARTS series. It takes place three years before Book #1, HIGHLANDER DECEIVED, commences. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
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The Tudor Heresy: Mercenary for Hire: a Medieval Historical Fiction Novel
Henry VIII’s daughter, Elizabeth, is in danger. There are traitors at court. Must one man sacrifice himself to save her? 1553, England. Richard Fitzwarren is a man determined to forge his own path. Once a man of importance, he was driven from his home with his half-brother to scratch out a living as a mercenary. With little prospects, Richard must take whatever work comes his way, even when it leads to being thrown into the middle of a plot for the throne. But when his impulsive sibling draws attention from his wrathful family, the pair barely escape with their lives. With his family against him, Richard is desperate to find answers. Driven to uncover the truth behind the struggle for the crown, he activates a small but covert information network to help him. Abandoned to the wolves by his former employer, he now seeks revenge as well as funds as he courts those who wish to elevate the king’s elder sister to Queendom. But as the friction between the two religious factions intensify over the monarchy, Richard begins to fear his childhood friend, the younger princess, maybe the next target in the bloody battle for power. Can Richard navigate the machinations of those who would see his one true friend dead and stop her from losing her head? Or will he be the next victim in this deadly game of politics and domination? If you like well-researched settings, twisted plots, and political machinations, then you’ll love Sam Burnell’s thrilling adventure. A short story Introduction to the Mercenary For Hire SeriesThis short prequel sets the stage for the full-length book – A Queen’s Spy.Enjoy either as a quick read on its own or as an introduction to the series—a gripping Historical Adventure set in 16th Century Tudor England. Buy A Queen’s Spy to wield the sword of destiny today! Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Christ Arose: a Tomb’s Tale
And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it. His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow: And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men. No longer could I say I was lonely. But oh, how I wish I could! Who could have done such a thing to the Creator of the world? Who had so much hatred for Him? Read more$0.00$0.99 -
The Handfasters
Scotland, 1811. Coming from the Highlands to Edinburgh in search of a husband, Alison Lamont finds herself in all sorts of trouble. Thrown out of a fashionable ball for a stolen kiss, Alison flees from a riot in the notorious Old Town and meets Willie Kemp, an eccentric boatbuilder. While she falls deeply in love with Mr. Kemp, her aunt wishes her to marry the obnoxious but rich John Forres. Alison takes drastic measures to solve her dilemma, including a long trip through the snow-covered Pentland Hills. But who left the mysterious footprints outside her cottage, and what secrets is Mr. Kemp hiding? Praise: ★★★★★ – “I would highly suggest this book to anyone looking for a sweet love story set in historical times.” ★★★★★ – “A beautifully written romance with historical information tossed in for good measure. I was swept away immediately.” ★★★★★ – “By far the loveliest book I have read in a long time. The characters were real and the story line was engrossing.” ★★★★★ – “Hopefully, Swift will carry on with the lives of her characters and we can enjoy the way she paints this era of Scottish history.” Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Welcome Home: a Story of the Vietnam War
Jack Frost’s father fought in WWII. His brother fought in Korea. So when Jack’s own draft card arrives, there’s no doubt in their minds that he’ll do his duty, and fight in Vietnam. Jack loves his family, but he also knows that killing another human being is something he can never do. Welcome Home is the short story of one man’s struggle to maintain his innocence amid the brutality of the Vietnam War, torn between his family’s expectations, his loyalty to his brothers-in-arms, and his own moral code. Interview with the Author Q – What makes Welcome Home special?A – As a former Army officer and student of military history, I know that the guys who got drafted for Vietnam got a really raw deal. Aside from being sent to fight a war they didn’t volunteer for, when they returned home, they were shunned by the American public. I wanted to write a short story set during the Vietnam War that asked: what if there was a soldier who felt obligated to serve his country, but felt he couldn’t kill another human being? How would he deal with that personal conflict? Q – Why should readers give this book a try?A – It’s a short, fast read, and will appeal to all fans of military fiction, historical fiction, and literary stories about army veterans and the challenging situations we can and do experience. Q – Have you written other books?A – Yup! If you’re into stories about the military, you should definitely check out Combat and Other Shenanigans, the NY Times-bestselling memoir of my year in Iraq as a tank and scout platoon leader. You can get it for free by signing up on my website. Thanks for reading! Welcome Home ebook categories:Free war books fictionvietnam war fictionhistorical fiction free booksmilitary fiction free kindle booksvietnam war storieswar stories for kindle freewar stories free booksquick reads for adultsfast readscoming of ageShort reads free Read more$0.00$0.99 -
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An American Beauty: Sneak Peek: a Novel of the Gilded Age Inspired by the True Story of Arabella Huntington Who Became the Richest Woman in the Country
Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition! For fans of HBO’s The Gilded Age and readers of Marie Benedict, Karen Harper, and Ellen Marie Wiseman, this sweeping novel of historical fiction from New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author Shana Abé is inspired by the true story of Arabella Huntington—a charismatic, complex woman born to poverty who became one of the most powerful and wealthy figures of her time. 1867, Richmond, Virginia: Though she wears the same low-cut purple gown that is the uniform of all the girls who work at Worsham’s gambling parlor, Arabella stands apart. It’s not merely her statuesque beauty and practiced charm. Even at seventeen, Arabella possesses an unyielding grit, and a resolve to escape her background of struggle and poverty. Collis Huntington, railroad baron and self-made multimillionaire, is drawn to Arabella from their first meeting. Collis is married and thirty years her senior, yet they are well-matched in temperament, and flirtation rapidly escalates into an affair. With Collis’s help, Arabella eventually moves to New York, posing as a genteel, well-to-do Southern widow. Using Collis’s seed money and her own shrewd investing instincts, she begins to amass a fortune. Their relationship is an open secret, and no one is surprised when Collis marries Arabella after his wife’s death. But “The Four Hundred”—the elite circle that includes the Astors and Vanderbilts—have their rules. Arabella must earn her place in Society—not just through her vast wealth, but with taste, style, and impeccable behavior. There are some who suspect the scandalous truth, and will blackmail her for it. And then there is another threat—an unexpected, impossible romance that will test her ambition, her loyalties, and her heart . . . An American Beauty brings to vivid life the glitter and drama of a captivating chapter in history—and a remarkable woman who lived by her own rules. Read more$0.00$5.99 -
Uprising: Time Travel Adventure in Medieval Wales
“Nothing is further away than one second ago . . .” Wales 1294 . . . a country rising in violent rebellion against the hated English king.Megan Lynch . . . a high-school sophomore from Virginia Beach, recently arrived in North Wales to stay with her grandmother. A girl about to get badly out of her depth . . . and time! Following the death of her Navy SEAL father in Afghanistan, Megan is packed off to stay with her grandmother in North Wales. That means a new school to go along with the new country.“Go stay with your gran for a while, it’ll keep you out of trouble.” Megan’s mother said — famous last words.In her mom’s defense, she could never have predicted the remarkable events that unfolded in the ruins of Flint Castle that afternoon. She certainly wouldn’t have known about the strange Welshman or the pendant he gave Megan. Even then, if it hadn’t been for the encounter with a local bully, Megan might still be wandering around the ruins of a thirteenth century castle, instead of a fully functioning one. Her striking resemblance to the king’s daughter is initially her saving grace, but the inability to speak Norman French arouses suspicions, and she knows her luck cannot last. Thankfully, help is at hand in the shape of Hugh, the handsome young knight’s squire with a secret of his own. Their friendship grows as they attempt to stay one step ahead of Hugh’s father as he tracks down his rebellious son. It is a journey that takes them across an oppressed medieval Wales in the throes of an uprising. It is a dangerous world of chain mail, dungeons, crossbows, lynch mobs and burning towns. There are compensations though; unpolluted air, stunning scenery, imposing stone castles in their full splendor, and of course, Hugh. Will Megan make it back to her everyday world of Snapchat, Instagram, and Same-Day Delivery? Will she even want to? Click Buy Now to find out. Read more$0.00$3.99 -
A Bride to Trap the Duke: a Steamy Historical Regency Romance Novel
“No matter what you say, this marriage shall never be one of love.” Despite her parents’ threats, Elizabeth would never agree to seduce an innocent man. Until she finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage with a Duke who is far from honorable. Nothing would make Henry, the Duke of Rhyson, give his heart to a woman and risk being used by her. Especially if this woman was his very own wife who tricked him into marrying her. Stuck with each other, Henry wishes to make some things clear to his Duchess:He shall not give up his old ways as a rakeHe shall not spend his time with herAnd he shall only visit her whenever they are to fulfill their marital duties… This is a historical Regency romance novel by Loretta Levine. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after. Get it for FREE! Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Esther Ashton’s New Dress: a Short Story Set in the United States Homefront During Wwii
Recently-orphaned Esther Ashton doesn’t expect much from Christmas with her brother away fighting in the South Pacific, her sister-in-law hospitalized with a new baby, and her job at the department store providing little to no profit. Will Esther have any sort of a Christmas or will it be another dud? Esther Ashton’s New Dress, a Christmas short story, is sure to delight any fan of Christmas, the 1940s, and brevity. Read more$0.00$0.99