Secret-Agent Sheik

Secret-Agent Sheik
Author: Linda Winstead Jones
Publisher: Silhouette
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2011-02-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1459203933

The future of his people rested on secondborn son Sheik Hassan Kamal's mission: infiltrate Rahman Oil and confirm that the company was a front for the terrorist group suspected of kidnapping the crown prince of Montebello. But his contacts had left out one important fact. The company CEO was a woman—the stunningly beautiful, seemingly innocent Elena Rahman. Courting Elena was the safest way to learn corporate secrets. But as passion between them raged, instant and hot, Hassan fought a losing battle against falling for the daughter of his country's deadly enemy....

Secret Agent Sheikh (Mills & Boon Intrigue)

Secret Agent Sheikh (Mills & Boon Intrigue)
Author: Linda Conrad
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2014-03-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1472058496

Jass O'Reilly doesn't trust ex-agent Tarik Kadir. A bedouin from an ancient tribe, the dark and brooding Tarik isn't who the lovely CIA agent wants by her side as she tracks down rogue nuclear weapons.

Last Chance Reunion

Last Chance Reunion
Author: Linda Conrad
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2013-08-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1460317068

Two Lone Star stories from bestselling author Linda Conrad! TEXAS COLD CASE Determined to solve the cold case of his mother's murder, Colt Chance returns home to Texas. Turns out the new deputy sheriff is the woman who broke his heart. But when someone targets Lacie, Colt'll have to decide between the vengeance he seeks and protecting the one he still loves…. TEXAS LOST AND FOUND After witnessing a murder, firefighter Nina Martinez finds an ally in medic Josh White. On the run, they discover that Nina is the long-missing Chance sister, Cami. Will Cami embrace the love from Josh and her real family before it's too late?

An Imperialist Love Story

An Imperialist Love Story
Author: Amira Jarmakani
Publisher: NYU Press
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2015-07-31
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1479810657

A curious figure stalks the pages of a distinct subset of mass-market romance novels, aptly called “desert romances.” Animalistic yet sensitive, dark and attractive, the desert prince or sheikh emanates manliness and raw, sexual power. In the years since September 11, 2001, the sheikh character has steadily risen in popularity in romance novels, even while depictions of Arab masculinity as backward and violent in nature have dominated the cultural landscape. An Imperialist Love Story contributes to the broader conversation about the legacy of orientalist representations of Arabs in Western popular culture. Combining close readings of novels, discursive analysis of blogs and forums, and interviews with authors, Jarmakani explores popular investments in the war on terror by examining the collisions between fantasy and reality in desert romances. Focusing on issues of security, freedom, and liberal multiculturalism, she foregrounds the role that desire plays in contemporary formations of U.S. imperialism. Drawing on transnational feminist theory and cultural studies, An Imperialist Love Story offers a radical reinterpretation of the war on terror, demonstrating romance to be a powerful framework for understanding how it works, and how it perseveres.

The Secret Agent: Ultimate Spy Collection (77 Books in One Volume)

The Secret Agent: Ultimate Spy Collection (77 Books in One Volume)
Author: James Fenimore Cooper
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 13279
Release: 2023-12-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

The Secret Agent: Ultimate Spy Collection brings together an unparalleled assembly of espionage narratives from the pens of some of the most prolific authors in the genre. This extensive anthology spans a wide array of styles, from the classic intrigue of Arthur Conan Doyle to the adventurous tales of John Buchan, and the psychological complexity of Joseph Conrad. Comprising a diverse suite of literary approaches, this collection offers readers a panoramic view of the evolution and thematic depth of spy fiction, from the suspenseful and the fantastical to the deeply introspective, reflecting the variegated scope of human intelligence and duplicity. The authors contributing to this colossal anthology are not only pioneers in the spy and adventure genres but have also been influential voices in shaping the literary landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Through their collective works, this collection aligns with and contributes to a variety of historical, cultural, and literary movements, offering insights into the zeitgeist of their times. Distinct in their narrative voices, these authors together weave a rich tapestry that explores the nuances of espionage, loyalty, and moral ambiguity, enriching the readers understanding of the complexities involved in the world of international intrigue and covert operations. For enthusiasts of spy fiction, The Secret Agent: Ultimate Spy Collection is an indispensable tome, offering an unrivalled opportunity to explore the domain of espionage across different periods and perspectives. Readers are invited to delve into this comprehensive volume not only for its entertainment value but for its scholarly merit as well; providing insights into the evolution of spy fiction as a genre. This anthology stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the spy narrative, engaging with themes of subterfuge, geopolitical stakes, and the perennial question of what it means to lead a double life. In navigating the shadows with these master storytellers, readers will find themselves on a thrilling journey through the annals of literary espionage.

Romance Fiction and American Culture

Romance Fiction and American Culture
Author: William A. Gleason
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 708
Release: 2017-05-15
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1134806280

Since the 1970s, romance novels have surpassed all other genres in terms of popularity in the United States, accounting for half of all mass market paperbacks sold and driving the digital publishing revolution. Romance Fiction and American Culture brings together scholars from the humanities, social sciences, and publishing to explore American romance fiction from the late eighteenth to the early twenty-first century. Essays on interracial, inspirational, and LGBTQ romance attend to the diversity of the genre, while new areas of inquiry are suggested in contextual and interdisciplinary examinations of romance authorship, readership, and publishing history, of pleasure and respectability in African American romance fiction, and of the dynamic tension between the genre and second wave feminism. As it situates romance fiction among other instances of American love culture, from Civil War diaries to Bob Dylan’s Blood on the Tracks, Romance Fiction and American Culture confirms the complexity and enduring importance of this most contested of genres.

The Sheik's Virgin Lover

The Sheik's Virgin Lover
Author: Elizabeth Lennox
Publisher: Elizabeth Lennox Books (www.ElizabethLennox.com)
Total Pages: 90
Release: 2011-09-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1940134145

Who knew a simple game of basketball could lead to so much? Emma Knightly had no idea that taking the game so seriously could put her in the path of Dharran Mihail Bin Wassan, Sheik of Sundab, who turned her life upside down...with the worst marriage proposals ever! Dharran knew that Emma was the woman he needed by his side, but each time he came close, she ran away. Through the capitals of Europe and The United States, Emma and Dharran dance around their feelings for each other. Until a crisis forces them together once again.

Secret Documents of Intelligence Branch on Father of The Nation, Bangladesh: Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

Secret Documents of Intelligence Branch on Father of The Nation, Bangladesh: Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Author: Sheikh Hasina
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2020-01-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 1000048993

Secret Documents of Intelligence Branch on Father of the Nation, Bangladesh: Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, is a 14-volume set of declassified documents edited by Sheikh Hasina, Honorable Prime Minister of Bangladesh. These are a compilation of the files maintained by the Intelligence Branch of Pakistan Government on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, who emerged as the sole leader of the country and became Bangabandhu (Friend of Bangladesh). For his long-standing struggle and contribution in fostering notions of Bengali nationhood that led to the independence of Bangladesh, he has been honored as the Father of the Nation. The volumes provide records for period 1948 to 1971 and chronologically elucidate the trajectory of the various movements and political struggles that led to the formation of an independent nation state called People's Republic of Bangladesh. These include the 1952 Bengali Language Movement that catalyzed the assertion of Bengali national identity in the region and became a forerunner to Bengali nationalist movements. Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman led the struggle for independence, first through massive populist and civil disobedience movements and later during the Bangladesh Liberation War. Important events cited in the present volumes include the 1954 United Front election victory, 1966 Six Point Movement, 1968 Agartala Conspiracy Case, 1969 mass uprising, 1970 election victory and 1971 Non-Cooperation Movement among others. These are the first ever declassified documents released by the Government of Bangladesh and will serve as an invaluable historical resource in understanding the liberation of Bangladesh. This third volume holds records for the year 1953. Events included are as follows: Sheikh Mujibur Rahman & Suhraward’s tour to various districts in North Bengal; demand to free Maulana Bhashani along with other leaders; Safety Acts and his criticism of Jute & Education Policy.