HIDDEN MISTRESS, PUBLIC WIFE

HIDDEN MISTRESS, PUBLIC WIFE
Author: Emma Darcy
Publisher: Harlequin / SB Creative
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2018-04-14
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 4596261253

Ivy, a rose farmer from the countryside, is attending an art exhibition when she is struck by the shocking good looks of an extremely sexy multimillionaire. But this is Jordan, and whenever he gets tired of a girl, he orders them a breakup bouquet from Ivy’s farm! All too aware of his history, Ivy holds this wealthy playboy in distain. However, unable to resist temptation and stay away, she ends up spending the night with him! The next morning, she sneaks out of his apartment before he wakes up, not realizing the chaos it will cause…

Public Wife, Private Mistress

Public Wife, Private Mistress
Author: Sarah Morgan
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2010-03-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1426858124

In the USA Today–bestselling author’s sexy international romance, a smoldering Sicilian calls his estranged wife back to his side—and into his bed. Being married to a rich, sexy Sicilian was supposed to be a dream come true. But when everything fell apart between Anastasia and Rico, she left Italy and he filed for divorce. But when a sudden crisis hits, Rico needs his soon-to-be ex-wife at his side. As the only person who can help Rico’s sister recover from a head injury, Stasia reluctantly returns. In public, he expects her to act the part of the perfect wife. But in private, the sparks between them are hotter than ever—and she becomes a slave to his passionate demands. Now Stasia must wonder if they’re finally living the dream—or if she’ll be cast aside once Rico’s sister recovers . . .

Wife in Public

Wife in Public
Author: Emma Darcy
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2011-03-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1426887906

A playboy billionaire meets his match in a beautiful, no-nonsense farmer in the USA Today–bestselling author’s delightful romance. Australian billionaire Jordan Powell is a regular favorite of Sydney’s gossip columns. There’s always a new photo of him—with a new woman on his arm. Jordan is so accustomed to women falling at his feet that the challenge of seducing farm girl Ivy Thornton is an irresistible diversion . . . Ivy is all too familiar with Jordan’s dating habits. The flowers and treats he sends his conquests all come from her rose farm. More comfortable in overalls that designer outfits, Ivy won’t fall for his usual tricks. To win her heart, the legendary playboy will finally have to play for keeps.

The Pleasure King's Bride

The Pleasure King's Bride
Author: Emma Darcy
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2016-05-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1460397134

Harlequin Presents offers you another chance to enjoy this reader-favorite story from USA TODAY bestselling author Emma Darcy. Cristabel Valdez yearns to say yes to her boss's dinner invitations and the sensual promise behind them. An intimate involvement with him is dangerous, but can she risk just one night to remember? Jared King will use everything he has to hold her, keep her. And like his legendary family, who have flourished in this part of the Australian outback, he will not be defeated by anything. For him one night is not enough… Previously published in 2000.

Polygynous Marriages among the Kyrgyz

Polygynous Marriages among the Kyrgyz
Author: Michele E. Commercio
Publisher: University of Pittsburgh Press
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2022-12-06
Genre: History
ISBN: 0822989298

During Soviet rule, the state all but imposed atheism on the primarily Islamic people of Kyrgyzstan and limited the tradition of polygyny—a form of polygamy in which one man has multiple wives. Polygyny did continue under communism, though chiefly under concealment. In the decades since the fall of the Soviet Union, the practice has reemerged. Based on extensive fieldwork, Polygynous Marriages among the Kyrgyz argues that this marriage practice has become socially acceptable and widely dispersed not only because it is rooted in customary law and Islamic practice, but because it can also enable men and women to meet societal expectations and solve practical economic problems that resulted from the fall of the Soviet Union. Michele E. Commercio’s analysis suggests the normalization of polygyny among the Kyrgyz in contemporary Kyrgyzstan is due both to institutional change in the form of altered governmental rules and expectations and to institutional endurance in the form of persistent hegemonic constructions of gender.

PEOPLE True Crime Stories

PEOPLE True Crime Stories
Author: The Editors of PEOPLE
Publisher: Time Inc. Books
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2017-08-25
Genre: True Crime
ISBN: 1683301625

Inside many of the real life cases to inspire Law & Order For over 20 years and across two signature shows-Law & Order and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit-viewers have been riveted by cases that have been "ripped from the headlines." Now, in True Crime Stories, a new special edition from People, go inside 35 real crimes that inspired the hit TV shows. From well-known cases that continue to fascinate us, including JonBenet Ramsey, O.J. Simpson, Robert Durst, and the Mayflower Madam, to the travails of such celebrities and politicians as Hugh Grant, John Edwards, and Anthony Weiner, here are descriptions of the crimes, the key players, and synopses of the episodes the cases inspired, complete with photographs of the real-life players and their respective Law & Order characters. This special edition also includes several "Reality Check" sections that provide insight into the detectives, prosecutors, and sets that have made the shows as realistic as they are. True Crime Stories also includes an interview with renowned Law & Order creator and producer Dick Wolf and photographs of your favorite cast members from both shows. For fans of both Law & Order and for true-crime readers, this is the one special edition you won't be able to do without. Bonus: an exclusive look at Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Brothers, the exciting new miniseries that focuses on just one shocking story for an entire season.

Public Scandal, Private Mistress

Public Scandal, Private Mistress
Author: Susan Napier
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2008-11-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1426823991

Things get awkward for Veronica Bell when she unexpectedly meets hotshot billionaire financier Lucien Ryder again. They shared one incredible night together in Paris, and now he's seduced her into becoming his mistress. To Veronica, Lucien's a mystery—so why is he so suspicious of who she is? Especially now that a public scandal threatens to make their hot-and-steamy romance front-page news….

Secret Keeping

Secret Keeping
Author: John Howard Prin
Publisher: New World Library
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2006
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1577315340

Millions of people hide often debilitating addictions from their closest friends and family. This volume explores how to break the secret keeping habit and get the help and support needed to overcome addiction, rebuild self-esteem and live honestly.