The Kiss of a Stranger

The Kiss of a Stranger
Author: Sarah M. Eden
Publisher:
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2011
Genre: England
ISBN: 9781608611751

When Crispin, Lord Cavratt, thoroughly and scandalously kisses a serving woman in the garden of a country inn, he assumes the encounter will be of no consequence. But he couldn't be more mistaken--the maid is not only a lady of birth, she's the niece of a very large, exceptionally angry gentlemen, who claims Crispin has compromised his niece beyond redemption. The dismayed young lord has no choice but to marry Miss Catherine Thorndale, who lacks both money and refinement and assumes all men are as vicious as her guardian uncle.

Never Kiss a Stranger

Never Kiss a Stranger
Author: Heather Grothaus
Publisher: Zebra Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: England
ISBN: 9781420112429

Set in 13th-century England, this first book in a thrilling new trilogy introduces the heiresses of Fallstowe Castle: Sybilla, the ruthless beauty; Cecily, the pure-hearted innocent; and Alys, the youngest sister, whose wild spirit has yet to be matched. Original.

Stranger's Kiss

Stranger's Kiss
Author: Mary Blayney
Publisher: Bantam
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2009-08-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0553906607

From author Mary Blayney comes this riveting new romantic novel set in a world of turbulent change. Here the scion of a powerful English family and a woman every bit his match begin an affair that will leave them both vulnerable to forces beyond their control. A year after the death of his wife, Lynford Pennistan, Duke of Meryon, has returned to London and his weighty political responsibilities. But no burden can equal the regret Lyn feels for never allowing himself to show his wife the emotion that could have saved his marriage. Now an unexpected encounter with a beautiful widow may offer him a second chance.. As reluctant guests at a ball, Lyn and an elegant stranger talk of love and loss in ways they never have before. And when they are later introduced, their attraction goes from passionate to scandalous. As England’s political unrest explodes, so do the fires between Lyn and Elena Verano. But when a secret is revealed that will turn Elena’s life upside down, Lyn is forced to make a choice that could destroy them both…if Elena doesn’t make it for him.

The List

The List
Author: Gail Belsky
Publisher: Seal Press
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2008-11-18
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 0786726733

Get a tattoo, ride in a fire truck, or use food as foreplay—in short, get out there and shake things up! Fun, inspirational, and incredibly motivating, The List offers one hundred ideas—ranging from challenging to outrageous—for women who have been craving a little novelty in their lives. With instructions and inspirational stories from women who have risen to the challenge, The List will excite, scare, and push readers to do something they’ve always dreamed of, or better yet, to do something they’ve never dared consider. Whether it’s writing a novel, running a marathon, or taking on a lover, The List delivers what many women are missing—taste of adventure and a light kick in the butt.

The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Guide

The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Guide
Author: James D’Amato
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2018-10-02
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1507208383

Ramp up your role-playing game (RPG) and make your character your own with this fun, interactive workbook—an essential addition to any player’s gaming kit. You’ve chosen your class, bought your weapons, and rolled for your stats, and you’re now the proud owner of your own RPG (role-playing game) avatar. But before you begin your adventure, there’s so much more you can do with your character to make him or her your own! Just how evil is she? What does his dating profile look like? Where did she get that scar? What does he want for his birthday? With fill-in-the blank narratives, prompts, and fun activities to help you customize your character at the start of the game, or build out your backstory as you play, The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Book will help you fully imagine your character and bring them to life for the ultimate gaming experience!

Kissed by a Stranger

Kissed by a Stranger
Author: Cynthia Woolf
Publisher: Firehouse Publishing
Total Pages: 105
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1947075705

Laura Fitzhugh's life crumbled in the wake of tragedy: first, the loss of her husband, then the swift eviction from her job and home by her callous mother-in-law. With nowhere to turn, she clings to a glimmer of hope offered by a distant cousin—a chance for a fresh start in Homestead Canyon, Montana. But as Laura and her daughter, Josie, settle into their new surroundings, uncertainty shadows their newfound refuge. Bill Simms, haunted by the ghosts of his own heartache, harbors a deep-seated anger following the loss of his wife and daughter to illness. Initially reluctant to embrace Laura's presence, he finds himself drawn to Josie's infectious smile, sparking a tentative connection between two wounded souls. As Laura and Bill navigate the delicate balance of grief and healing, their paths converge in unexpected ways. Will their shared pain forge a bond strong enough to mend their shattered spirits, or will the weight of past memories prove too burdensome to bear? In a story of love, loss, and redemption, Laura and Bill embark on a journey of healing, discovering that sometimes, amidst the ruins of the past, new beginnings await.

A Stranger's Kiss

A Stranger's Kiss
Author: Shelly Thacker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 390
Release: 1994
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780380770366

A brilliant French scientist, Marie Nicole LeBon awakens in a Paris asylum — with no name and no memory of the tragic accident that has erased her past. Now a fair-haired deliverer has come to free her — a gentle stranger with the face of an angel who swears they are wed. In Max D'Avenant's arms she finds shelter from a perilous, unfamiliar world — and his silver-gray eyes sparkle with the sensuous promise of a warm and giving love. But her handsome rescuer is an imposter — a spy sent by the British to steal the secrets Marie has locked away in her mind ... a tormented player in a game of war, torn between his loyalty to the Crown and his passion for the beautiful woman he is sworn to betray. --Back cover.

Courtesan's Kiss

Courtesan's Kiss
Author: Mary Blayney
Publisher: Bantam
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2010-06-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0553907735

From Mary Blayney, the acclaimed author of Stranger’s Kiss, comes this irresistible new novel of historical romance featuring the Pennistan family. In Courtesan’s Kiss, an independent woman is determined to make her way in the world—even if it’s a scandalous one. But first she must escape a nobleman with plans of his own In the wake of a broken engagement and shunned by the ton, Mia Castellano does not retire to the country, as a proper young lady might, but sees her chance to escape society’s restraints—by becoming a courtesan. In her mind, no unmarried young woman is as free as a courtesan. She alone controls her destiny: managing her own money, having her own house, choosing her lovers. There’s only one obstacle in Mia’s path—Lord David Pennistan. As a favor to his brother, Lord David agrees to escort Mia to his family’s home in Derbyshire, where her guardian awaits. Mia attracts nothing but trouble from the outset of their journey, yet with every adventure they share, Lord David’s desire for his charge grows. When they’re caught in a compromising situation, Lord David insists that she marry him. But there’s only one thing Mia wants from David, and it isn’t his charity or his title. Can he convince her before it’s too late that the love she wants is already hers—to take or to lose forever? Can he win more from this untamed beauty than just a courtesan’s kiss?