Virgin Salve, Barbarian King 2

Virgin Salve, Barbarian King 2
Author: Louise Allen
Publisher: Harlequin / SB Creative
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2013-12-04
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 4596895031

Julia, a girl from a noble family, is kidnapped by the Visigoths, who have attacked the Roman Empire, and is turned into a slave. Between the customs of the savage tribe and heavy labor she is not used to, she is on the verge of despair. Her master, Wulfric, the King of Wolves, speaks to her with arrogance?until she turns into a totally different girl from who she initially was. A wild kiss stolen in the bath lights up the flame of love in her heart for the first time in her life. All she thinks about are his shining green eyes and his robust body. He is an enemy, and she is just a slave…

Virgin Salve, Barbarian King 1

Virgin Salve, Barbarian King 1
Author: Louise Allen
Publisher: Harlequin / SB Creative
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2013-12-04
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 4596895023

The beginning of the fifth century?the flourishing Roman Empire has been attacked by the Visigoths and is becoming a lawless state. Julia, the daughter of an aristocrat, escapes the chaos and conflagration that fills the town?but is then captured by the mob. A strong Visigoth man accompanied by a wolf saves her at the last minute. The man with the long blond hair is Wulfric, the King of Wolves! Julia thanks him, but he only takes her in his arms and says, “Rome is ours. And so are you.” Julia is abducted as a slave! A historical epic of love and fate!

Harlequin Historical January 2013 - Bundle 2 of 2

Harlequin Historical January 2013 - Bundle 2 of 2
Author: Louise Allen
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 571
Release: 2013-01-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1460309537

Harlequin Historical brings you three new titles for one great price, available now for a limited time only from January 1 to January 31! Escape with brooding lords and rugged cowboys in these three timeless love stories. This Harlequin Historical bundle includes Forbidden Jewel of India, by Louise Allen, Rebel with a Cause, by Carol Arens, and Behind the Rake's Wicked Wager, by Sarah Mallory. Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin Historical!

New Approaches to Popular Romance Fiction

New Approaches to Popular Romance Fiction
Author: Sarah S.G. Frantz
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2014-01-10
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 0786489677

Despite the prejudices of critics, popular romance fiction remains a complex, dynamic genre. It consistently maintains the largest market share in the American publishing industry, even as it welcomes new subgenres like queer and BDSM romance. Digital publishing originated in erotic romance, and savvy online communities have exploded myths about the genre's readership. Romance scholarship now reflects this diversity, transformed by interdisciplinary scrutiny, new critical approaches, and an unprecedented international dialogue between authors, scholars, and fans. These eighteen essays investigate individual romance novels, authors, and websites, rethink the genre's history, and explore its interplay of convention and originality. By offering new twists in enduring debates, this collection inspires further inquiry into the emerging field of popular romance studies.

The Golden Slave

The Golden Slave
Author: Poul Anderson
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2023-11-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Poul Anderson's 'The Golden Slave' is a captivating tale set in the backdrop of ancient Rome, blending historical accuracy with elements of fantasy. The novel follows the journey of a young slave, Elva, who discovers her mysterious origins and embarks on a quest for freedom. Andersons narrative style is characterized by vivid descriptions and engaging dialogue, transporting readers to a vividly rendered ancient world where magic and political intrigue collide. The seamless integration of fantastical elements with historical detail makes 'The Golden Slave' a unique and compelling read for fans of historical fiction and fantasy alike. As Elva navigates the complex social hierarchy of Rome, readers are drawn into a mesmerizing tale of courage, betrayal, and self-discovery. Poul Anderson's expertise in crafting immersive worlds and compelling characters shines through in this masterfully woven story, making 'The Golden Slave' a must-read for anyone seeking a blend of history and fantasy.

Vicar's Daughter to Viscount's Lady

Vicar's Daughter to Viscount's Lady
Author: Louise Allen
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2011-09-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1459212398

From prim and proper… Seduced, abandoned and pregnant, Arabella Shelley is determined her baby's father will support them. Horrified to discover his death, she is shocked at the demand of his brother, the handsome, inscrutable Viscount Hadleigh. To legitimize her unborn child, she must marry him, instead! …to pleasured by the viscount! As Bella struggles with her unfamiliar, luxurious new lifestyle, and her scandalous desire for her stranger of a husband, will she find a love that matches the passion of their marriage bed?

Slave Girl

Slave Girl
Author: Lisa Cach
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 143
Release: 2014-07-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1476775753

A sex slave who’s never been touched… National bestselling author Lisa Cach spins an erotic, passionate novel about a young Roman Empire slave who’s intended to become her king’s concubine—until a rugged barbarian prince takes her heart…and more. Lovely Nimia is a slave to King Sygarius, who’s grooming her to be his consort as soon as she reaches full womanhood. And that time is very close. Nimia is forced to attend shocking lessons in the erotic arts; lessons that leave her body aroused and her mind conflicted. Because while she’s attracted to Sygarius’s power and eroticism, her spirit rebels at being his slave. Then one of Sygarius’s allies comes to visit. Smart and ambitious, Clovis burns to take over Sygarius’s kingdom—and the beautiful Nimia. And though her virginity is meant for Sygarius, Clovis takes it with her enthusiastic consent. When Sygarius learns that she is no longer a virgin, Nimia flees for her life. But can she find Clovis before the wrath of Sygarius—and imminent death—finds her first?

Against Jovinianus

Against Jovinianus
Author: St. Jerome
Publisher: Dalcassian Publishing Company
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2019-12-07
Genre:
ISBN: 1987022882

Jovinianus, about whom little more is known than what is to be found in Jerome's treatise, published a Latin treatise outlining several opinions: That a virgin is no better, as such, than a wife in the sight of God. Abstinence from food is no better than a thankful partaking of food. A person baptized with the Spirit as well as with water cannot sin. All sins are equal. There is but one grade of punishment and one of reward in the future state. In addition to this, he held the birth of Jesus Christ to have been by a "true parturition," and was thus refuting the orthodoxy of the time, according to which, the infant Jesus passed through the walls of the womb as his Resurrection body afterwards did, out of the tomb or through closed doors.

Against Verres

Against Verres
Author: Marcus Tullius Cicero
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2023-11-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

This work contains a series of speeches by Cicero in 70 BC during the corruption and extortion trial of Gaius Verres, the former governor of Sicily. These speeches were concurrent with Cicero's election to the aedileship and shaped Cicero's public career.

Veronica's Dragon

Veronica's Dragon
Author: Ruby Dixon
Publisher:
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2018-05-24
Genre: Alien abduction
ISBN: 9781982991005

Resonance.It's a given on the ice planet, forced upon you by the parasitic symbiont called the 'khui'. With resonance, a guy and a girl are paired up because they'll make great babies. It's a survival mechanism necessary for this sparsely-populated world we're stranded on...and romantic, in a weird, alien way. Everyone expects resonance to happen when twenty newcomers are dropped onto the frosty world. I doubt anyone expects the gorgeous, golden god named Ashtar to resonate to someone like me, though. He's fierce. Flirty. Powerful. Disgustingly handsome.I'm...not any of those things. I'm bland. Boring. Clumsy.But resonance seems to think we'd be great together. And Ashtar does, too...___The Icehome series features all of the adventure, humor and community you've come to expect in the Ice Planet Barbarians series, but it stands on its own. You do not need to read the other series (or be caught up) in order to read VERONICA'S DRAGON. I do recommend reading LAUREN'S BARBARIAN to get the full experience. Enjoy!