любовные романы

серьезное чтение

современные любовные романы

современная зарубежная литература

об истории серьезно

An irresistible new love story from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fool’s Gold series, set in a town Library Journal calls “so appealing, readers will want to start scoping out real estate”To overcome her painful past, baker Shelby Gilmore goes on the hunt for a friend—a male friend—to convince her stubborn psyche that men can be trusted. But where in a town as small as Fool’s Gold will the petite blonde find a guy willing to not date her?Dark, charming Aidan Mitchell puts the «adventure» in Mitchell Adventure Tours…and into the beds of his many willing female tourists. Until he realizes he’s inadvertently become that guy—the one-night Casanova—and worse, everyone in town knows it. Maybe Shelby's boy/girl experiment will help him see women as more than just conquests so he can change his ways and win back his self-respect.As Aidan and Shelby explore the secret lives of men and women, the heat between them fires up the Fool's Gold rumor mill. If no one will believe they're just friends, maybe they should give the gossips something to really talk about!

документальная литература

Best Of My Love

He won’t hesitate to put his life on the line…but will he ever risk his heart?Falling for Justice Garret was a high point in Patience McGraw’s awkward adolescence. Even after he disappeared, Patience never forgot the boy who captured her heart. Now, he’s back in Fool’s Gold, California, and her passion for him is as strong as ever. But how can she trust that he won’t abandon her again—and her daughter, too?When bodyguard Justice Garrett was a young man, witness protection brough him to this idyllic town and he never forgot its warmth, or the sweet beauty of his childhood friend. He’s returned to open a defense academy, and the Patience he once knew is all grown up. He can’t resist her smile, or her curves.But Justice's past doesn’t make him husband, or father, material. Patience and Justice think they’ll succumb to just one kiss… Then one more… Okay, just one night together. But they might learn that falling in love is beyond anyone’s control.

гуманитарные и общественные науки

педагогика

Just One Kiss

New York Times bestselling sensation Susan Mallery returns to Fool's Gold, California, where it's true that sometimes you have to kiss a few frogs…Former pro-football kicker Sam Ridge has notoriously bad luck with women – from cheaters to fame chasers. Still, the gorgeous brunette at the bar in Fool's Gold looks harmless – until she takes him home and he discovers a room devoted to securing a man, for life.Dellina Hopkins never guessed that storing gowns from a friend's bridal boutique would chase away her first and only fling. After her parents died, she skipped her «wild youth» to raise her sisters. She doesn't want forever from Sam, but one night – all night – would've been nice.His clean getaway gets messy when his firm hires Dellina to plan an event. As long hours lead to late nights, the two succumb to temptation again. Has Sam's luck finally changed? Or this time, will Dellina be the one to run?

боевая фантастика

манга / манхва / маньхуа

вебтун

Before We Kiss

Can first love turn into the real deal? Anything can happen in a sizzling new Fool's Gold story from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery.Isabel Beebe thinks she's cursed in the romance department. Her teenage crush, Ford Hendrix, ignored all her letters. Her husband left her for another…man. So Isabel has come home to dust off her passion for fashion and run the family bridal shop until her parents are ready to sell it. Then she'll pursue her real dreams. At least, that's the plan, until sexy, charming Ford returns and leaves her feeling fourteen all over again…..Seeing Isabel all grown-up hits bodyguard trainer Ford like a sucker punch. Back when heartbreak made him join the military, her sweet letters kept him sane. Now he can't take his eyes—or his lips—off her. The man who gave up on love has a reason to stay in Fool's Gold forever—if three little words can convince Isabel to do the same.

Three Little Words

From New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery comes the story of secret desires finally fulfilled…After a family tragedy, former football hero Jack McGarry keeps the world at arm's – a challenge now that his PR firm has moved to neighborly Fool's Gold, California.Larissa Owens knows where she stands – Jack sees her as just another one of the guys. No matter what her heart wishes, Jack's her boss, not her boyfriend. But then Larissa's big secret is revealed…by her mother!When Jack discovers the truth about Larissa's feelings, her touch suddenly becomes tantalizing, and he's not sure he wants to resist. But if he gives in to desire, heartache is sure to follow. Friendship or true love – will Jack go for the ultimate play?

литературоведение

Until We Touch

New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery invites you back to Fool's Gold, where a newcomer to town might finally meet the man she never knew she needed…Angel Whittaker earned his scars the hard way, but the scars that can't be seen are the ones that haunt him the most. Since he moved to Fool's Gold, California, he's cobbled together a life for himself as a bodyguard trainer. If he's not exactly happy, at least his heart is safe.Working with pro-football superstars taught tough-talking PR woman Taryn Crawford one thing – she can go toe-to-toe with any man. But then dark, dangerous former Special Ops Angel targets her for seduction…and challenges her to resist his tempting kisses.Even in four-inch heels, Taryn never backs down. Unless, somehow, Angel can convince her that surrender might feel even better than victory.

киберпанк

научная фантастика

When We Met

Readers have fallen in love with the town and people of Fool's Gold in Susan Mallery's New York Times bestselling series. Meet her latest couple in this special Fool's Gold novella!Fayrene Hopkins may be only twenty-four years old, but she runs her own business and has big plans—plans that don't involve falling in love yet. She's determined to make her mark on the world before settling down. She thinks she's got life all figured out—until she meets Ryan Patterson on her latest job.Fayrene senses his interest in her, and she has to admit he gets her pulse racing. Luckily, starting a relationship with Ryan is safe—he's leaving Fool's Gold when his work contract is up. Ryan has goals of his own and a job waiting for him in Texas.He doesn't expect to get waylaid by a sassy blonde and cozy town. But what started out as temporary is starting to look like the real thing. If only he can convince Fayrene that some plans are made to be broken.

зарубежное фэнтези

азиатские новеллы

Halfway There

Take one responsible womanNicole Keyes sacrificed her teenage years to running the family bakery and bringing up her little sister. Her reward? She can create the perfect cupcake for her single nights in. Add one deliciously sexy man Then Nicole meets Hawk, the new guy in town. And soon after he strolls into the bakery, Nicole has somehow agreed to a no-strings-attached fling… Mix together and stand well back!Nicole swears she’ll never let Hawk get close enough to break her heart, but she can’t hold him at arm’s length forever. Until Hawk’s past starts to get in the way of their future…

Sweet Spot

Claire’s ListConnect with familyClaire Keyes is a piano prodigy. She spends her life on tour – she hasn’t seen the family bakery or her two sisters in years. Now Nicole is ill, Jesse has disappeared and Claire’s coming home to help. Be normalWhich is tough when Wyatt Knight is permanently on her case. Claire needs to rebuild her relationship with her sisters. But she’s being distracted by this provocative, annoying, sexy man…Fall in loveClaire would give anything for a home and a family of her own. She’s made a list and she’s sticking to her goals. Even though life – and Wyatt – is determined to get in her way…

социология

Sweet Talk

музыка

ноты

учебники и пособия для ссузов

Then Five years ago, wild, irresponsible, sexy Jesse met adorable, geeky Matt.Jesse taught him how to dress, how to socialise and how to be the perfect boyfriend. Her perfect boyfriend. Then she got pregnant. Now Jesse knows it’s time to go back home – her little boy Gabe should meet his daddy. Matt is furious. He didn’t believe Jesse’s baby was his all those years ago. But Gabe is obviously his son.What Next? Jesse just wants a good life for Gabe. She’s working in the family bakery to mend things with her sister and if Matt can be a father to Gabe then everything will be perfect. But Matt is still angry. He can’t forgive Jesse and he wants revenge…

газеты

Sweet Trouble

New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery's classic blend of lighthearted humor and intense emotional conflict works its magic on two newcomers to the California town of Fool's Gold, which Library Journal calls «a setting so real and appealing readers will want to start scoping out real estate.»Destiny Mills believes passion has its place–like in the lyrics of the country songs that made her parents famous. After a childhood full of drama and heartache, she wants a life that's calm. Safe. Everything that Kipling Gilmore isn't. Her temporary assignment with the Fool's Gold search and rescue team puts her in delicious proximity to the former world-class skier every day. Part of her aches to let go for once…the rest is terrified what'll happen if she does.Though an accident ended his career, Kipling still lives for thrills–and a hot fling with a gorgeous redhead like Destiny would be a welcome diversion. Yet beneath his new coworker's cool facade is a woman who needs more than he's ever given. With her, he's ready to take the risk. But love, like skiing, is all about trust–and before you soar, you have to be willing to fall.

морские приключения

Hold Me

Meet the Mitchell brothers of Fool's Gold, California—five gorgeous men who've left a trail of broken hearts in their wake…Maya Farlow learned the hard way to depend only on herself, so when she fell too deeply for the bad-boy charms of Del Mitchell, she did the only thing she could—she ran. Stunned, Del left Fool's Gold to make his name and fortune in extreme sports.Now ten years later, Maya's been hired to promote her hometown's new slogan, The Destination for Romance. The celebrity spokesman is none other than Del, the man she dumped but never forgot. Awkward!Although Del's not the type to hold a grudge, he's determined to avoid falling a second time for the woman who broke his heart. He's a daredevil, not an idiot. Trouble is, in all his adventures, he never found a rush as exhilarating as Maya's kiss. Maybe risking his heart will prove to be the biggest thrill of all…

Thrill Me

Perfect for fans of Maeve Binchy' – CandisA handmade happy-ever-after!The Twenty-First WishAnne Marie Roche and her adopted daughter, ten-year-old Ellen, have each written a list of twenty wishes – at the top is learning to knit. Like many of their wishes, it’s come true. But Ellen has quietly added a twenty-first wish: that her mum will fall in love… Coming Unravelled When Broadway doesn’t give Robyn Mulligan her big break, she packs her bags and heads home. Helping her grandmother run the knitting shop is more rewarding than she thought, but the customers seem more interested in matchmaking than knitting!Return to Summer IslandAfter a devastating accident, Caro McNeal recuperates on sleepy Summer Island. Welcomed by a community of knitters she finds healing, exchanging letters with a local marine serving in Afghanistan she finds purpose. Will Caro follow her heart wherever it takes her?Make time for friends. Make time for Debbie Macomber.

йога

саморазвитие / личностный рост

здоровье

The Knitting Diaries: The Twenty-First Wish / Coming Unravelled / Return to Summer Island

Fabulous New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery returns with four new Fool's Gold stories about finding love in the unlikeliest of places….Almost SummerAfter a devastating loss, Alistair Woodbury has vowed to live his life alone. But when a trip to Fool’s Gold falls through, beautiful Page McLean offers him a place to stay and warms him with kisses and compassion. Will Alistair’s brief visit turn into a lifetime stay?Summer DaysRafe Stryker made millions facing ruthless adversaries in the boardroom, but nothing could've prepared him to go up against Heidi Simpson in a land dispute. Soon Rafe realises he's finding Heidi—and life as a cowboy—much more compelling than he’d like to admit.Summer NightsShane Stryker is done with passion, and fiery, pint-size redhead Anabelle Weiss is definitely not the quiet rancher’s wife he’s looking for. But when the two must work together for the next Fool’s Gold festival, Shane realises that Anabelle may be exactly what he needs…All Summer LongWhen former underwear model Clay Stryker returns to Fool’s Gold, he finds an unexpected ally in tomboyish Charlie Dixon, someone who knows looks aren’t everything. But when Charlie comes to him with an indecent proposal, they find a heat that lasts all summer long…

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Fool's Gold Collection Volume 3: Almost Summer / Summer Days / Summer Nights / All Summer Long

An Improper AffairAs business mogul Ryan Sperling was closing in on his target – his father! – the charismatic bachelor encountered a woman who was unforgettable and forbidden! Could he walk away from his father’s mistress’s daughter? Married to His BusinessMatthias Barton’s dependable assistant was leaving to work for the competition before he realised the betrayal, shock and jealousy he was feeling sprang from personal feelings. He would win her back – by any means necessary!In Bed with the Devil Millionaire Jack arrived at Hunter’s Landing to find his best friend’s shy little sister had become a breathtaking woman intent on luring him into her bed…right across the hall. Would Jack keep a decade-old promise?

Matchless Millionaires: An Improper Affair

#1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorSusan Mallery welcomes you to Happily Inc, where true love isn’t just for fairy tales…‘The perfect feel-good read’ Sarah Morgan on You Say It FirstSilver Tesdal has a head for business and a mouth made for kissing, and banker Drew Lovato has his eye on both. But ever since he was dumb enough to let her go, she’s kept him at a distance. When the bank turns her down for a loan, Drew sees a double opportunity—he can finance her brilliant, unique idea to rock Happily Inc’s wedding industry and win back her trust.Despite her reputation, Silver’s not as tough as she seems. Losing Drew nearly destroyed her. Still, his kisses are as tempting as his offer to invest in her business. If she can’t quite get over him, maybe she should get under him and knock him out of her system once and for all.But her best laid plans begin to unravel as Silver finds herself falling even harder than when they were high school sweethearts. Which means that she’ll have to come clean about the secret she’s been hiding from him for years—and risk losing him forever.

юмористическая фантастика

Not Quite Over You

Eight years after she skipped town on the eve of her engagement, Kari Asbury briefly revisited sleepy Possum Landing, certain she'd encounter the handsome, upstanding lawman whose love once thrilled–and intimidated–her teenage heart.Still, she never expected to stumble into a bank robbery and meet Sheriff Gage Reynolds at gunpoint! Gage's forceful gaze captivated Kari. His gallant rescue riveted her. His earthy, upright appeal enthralled her.All male, Gage was everything a woman–no longer a girl–could want. But with years of heartbreak…and untold secrets…between them, could Kari find the courage to stand by the man she'd always loved?

исторические любовные романы

историческая литература

Good Husband Material

Single mom Liana Archer has read her share of romance novels featuring dashing, passionate Sheiks. Despite her fascination with the genre, she is astonished when sinfully handsome Malik Khan, Crown Prince of exotic El Bahar, hijacks her and her young daughter off an airliner and into his lavish desert palace. What does this sexy prince want with a passably pretty, slightly overweight schoolteacher from San Bernadino?Dazed, breathless and mesmerized with desire, Liana quickly becomes Malik's royal bride after an intimate desert ceremony she does not understand. When she learns she is in fact married, she must face whether she can entrust her daughter, or her heart to a man would give them everything…except his love. How might a caring American mother and child finally move this proud, imperious monarch and make his kingdom complete?

The Sheik's Secret Bride

Cal Langtry had never met a business deal he couldn't land—or a woman, for that matter. But this one was going to be a little tougher. She was only twelve, had recently lost her mother and just found out he was her father. So Cal turned to the one person who made everything right in his world—his assistant, Sabrina Jeffries.Sabrina proved just as competent with his daughter as she was with every other aspect of his life. But as she worked her magic on his daughter—and on him—he realized he had to convince her to make this more than just a job.

Lone Star Millionaire

Now, thanks to their cagey uncle's ironclad will, saloonkeeper Lucas MacIntyre was forced to find himself a bride. So he proposed a chaste businesslike «merger» to Miss Emily Smythe, a uniquely enterprising schoolmarm. But how could he keep them wed in name only when all he wanted to do was bed down with his bride in her brand-new inn?And as for his brother….The fur would fly sure enough when his bear of a brother, Jackson, woke up to find himself hitched to Miss Molly Malone. He'd thought surely she was mistaken. But delirious with fever, he'd unknowingly consummated their marriage. And the Irish firebrand was determined that their union stick «'til death did them part»! Well, now he was guaranteed his inheritance, but what was the miner to do with a wife?

Shot Gun Grooms: Lucas's Convenient Bride / Jackson's Mail Order Bride

A storm had claimed her apartment and now Holly Garrett was without a home for the holidays.But just when she saw her plans for Christmas crumbling, a miracle came her way. The handsome firefighter who'd saved her and her cat–and who'd injured himself in the rescue–was now asking her for help. And he was inviting her to live with him.Sure, she could cook and clean for him while he recuperated, but was that really all he wanted? Jordan Haynes couldn't let Holly be alone for Christmas–not when she brought out his every protective instinct. No, he could play the needy patient as well as anyone…and just maybe he could convince her to keep him company through the holidays–if not longer.

Holly And Mistletoe

“I'M WHAT…?”No, not pregnant, thank heavens. Emma would have known that. But married? Well, if the man standing before her–the very love of her college life–was to be believed, she was. And suddenly he was claiming to be a desert prince, too. Sure, they'd had a “pretend” ceremony and honeymoon in the Caribbean. But it was pretend, wasn't it?Prince Reyhan claimed his father, the king, had decided it was time for him to marry. There was just one little glitch–Reyhan was already married. So, the king ordered Reyhan's wife–Emma–to a two-week trip to paradise before he would grant a royal annulment. But wasn't paradise the perfect place for love?

The Sheik & the Princess in Waiting

New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery welcomes readers back to Fool’s Gold, where a one-time fling could become the real thing…Felicia Swift never dreamed she’d hear a deep, sexy voice from her past in tiny Fool’s Gold, California. The last time Gideon Boylan whispered in her ear was half a world away…on the morning after the hottest night of her life. Her freaky smarts have limited her close friendships, and romance, but she came to Fool’s Gold looking for ordinary.Gorgeous, brooding Gideon is anything but that. Black Ops taught Gideon that love could be deadly. Now he pretends to fit in while keeping everyone at arm's length. Felicia wants more than he can give—a home, family, love—but she has a lot to learn about men…and Gideon needs to be the man to teach her.As these two misfits discover that passion isn’t the only thing they have in common, they just might figure out that two of a kind should never be split apart.Praise for Susan Mallery"An adorable, outspoken heroine and an intense hero in need of emotional healing set the sparks flying…." —Library Journal on Only Yours

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