A marquess in need of the right bride. An earl’s daughter in search of a purpose. A betrayal that ends in murder and balloons into a threat to the realm.
Sebastian Cynster knows time is running out. If he doesn’t choose a wife soon, his female relatives will line up to assist him. Yet the current debutantes do not appeal. Where is he to find the right lady to be his marchioness? Then Drake Varisey, eldest son of the Duke of Wolverstone, asks for Sebastian’s aid.
Having assumed his father’s mantle in protecting queen and country, Drake must go to Ireland in pursuit of a dangerous plot. But he’s received an urgent missive from Lord Ennis, an Irish peer — Ennis has heard something Drake needs to know and insists Drake attend an upcoming house party at his Kent estate so he can reveal his information face-to-face.
Sebastian has assisted Drake before and, long ago, had a liaison with Lady Ennis. Drake insists Sebastian is just the man to be his surrogate at the house party — the guests will imagine all manner of possibilities and be blind to Sebastian’s true purpose.
Unsurprisingly, Sebastian is reluctant, but Drake’s need is real. And with only more debutantes on his horizon, Sebastian allows himself to be persuaded.
His first task is to inveigle Antonia Rawlings, a lady he has known all her life, to include him as her escort to the house party. Although he’s seen little of Antonia in recent years, Sebastian is confident of gaining her support.
Eldest daughter of the Earl of Chillingworth, Antonia has abandoned the search for a husband and plans to use the week of the house party to decide what to do with her life. There has to be some purpose, some role, she can claim for her own.
Consequently, on hearing Sebastian’s request and an explanation of what lies behind it, she seizes on the call to action. Suppressing her senses’ idiotic reaction to Sebastian’s nearness, she agrees to be his partner in intrigue.
But while joining the house party proves easy, the gathering is thrown into chaos when Lord Ennis is murdered — just before he was to speak with Sebastian. Worse, Ennis’s last words, gasped to Sebastian, are ”Gunpowder. Here.”
Gunpowder? And here? Where?
With a killer continuing to stalk the halls, side by side, Sebastian and Antonia search for answers, and all the while, the childhood connection that has always existed between them strengthens and blooms into something so much more.
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Side Effects May Include Happiness: How to Trade Your 9-to-5 Misery For Your Life’s Passion
How many people do you know, including yourself, who live a 9-to-5 lifestyle and are genuinely happy? I am referring to those who feel fulfilled, who know that they are living the life they always dreamed of, and were meant to live. I would guess you don’t know many. How about you? Are you living your purpose? Even if you don’t conclusively know what your purpose is, deep down you know whether your life turned out the way you dreamed it would. What only a precious few people know is that everyone has the ability to do what they really love, and make a great living doing it. You can even become rich doing it. You only need to know how. Your success – in any field – can become a predetermined certainty if you learn from someone who has been there and done that. This book contains those lessons. These are the lessons that will enable you to escape your 9-to-5 lifestyle and live your passion, your dream, and ultimately your purpose. It is the most fulfilling journey you can take. Side effects WILL include happiness!
The Wrong Side of Goodbye: A Harry Bosch Novel, Book 21
Unstoppable detective Harry Bosch returns in a new thriller from New York Times best-selling author Michael Connelly.
Harry Bosch is California’s newest private investigator. He doesn’t advertise, he doesn’t have an office, and he’s picky about who he works for, but it doesn’t matter. His chops from 30 years with the LAPD speak for themselves.
Soon one of Southern California’s biggest moguls comes calling. The reclusive billionaire has less than six months to live and a lifetime of regrets. He hires Bosch to find out whether he has an heir. Using all of his cold-case skills, Bosch pieces together a 65-year-old mystery and finds out that the case is not as simple – or as cold – as he thought.
Swift, unpredictable, and thrilling, The Wrong Side of Goodbye proves once again that “Connelly is still very much in his prime” (Washington Post).
The Wrong Side of Goodbye (A Harry Bosch Novel)
Detective Harry Bosch must track down someone who may never have existed in the new thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly.
Harry Bosch is California’s newest private investigator. He doesn’t advertise, he doesn’t have an office, and he’s picky about who he works for, but it doesn’t matter. His chops from thirty years with the LAPD speak for themselves.
Soon one of Southern California’s biggest moguls comes calling. The reclusive billionaire is nearing the end of his life and is haunted by one regret. When he was young, he had a relationship with a Mexican girl, his great love. But soon after becoming pregnant, she disappeared. Did she have the baby? And if so, what happened to it?
Desperate to know whether he has an heir, the dying magnate hires Bosch, the only person he can trust. With such a vast fortune at stake, Harry realizes that his mission could be risky not only for himself but for the one he’s seeking. But as he begins to uncover the haunting story–and finds uncanny links to his own past–he knows he cannot rest until he finds the truth.
At the same time, unable to leave cop work behind completely, he volunteers as an investigator for a tiny cash-strapped police department and finds himself tracking a serial rapist who is one of the most baffling and dangerous foes he has ever faced.
Swift, unpredictable, and thrilling, The Wrong Side of Goodbye shows that Michael Connelly “continues to amaze with his consistent skill and sizzle” (Cleveland Plain Dealer).
The Wrong Side of Goodbye (A Harry Bosch Novel)
Detective Harry Bosch must track down someone who may never have existed in the new thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly.
Harry Bosch is California’s newest private investigator. He doesn’t advertise, he doesn’t have an office, and he’s picky about who he works for, but it doesn’t matter. His chops from thirty years with the LAPD speak for themselves.
Soon one of Southern California’s biggest moguls comes calling. The reclusive billionaire is nearing the end of his life and is haunted by one regret. When he was young, he had a relationship with a Mexican girl, his great love. But soon after becoming pregnant, she disappeared. Did she have the baby? And if so, what happened to it?
Desperate to know whether he has an heir, the dying magnate hires Bosch, the only person he can trust. With such a vast fortune at stake, Harry realizes that his mission could be risky not only for himself but for the one he’s seeking. But as he begins to uncover the haunting story–and finds uncanny links to his own past–he knows he cannot rest until he finds the truth.
At the same time, unable to leave cop work behind completely, he volunteers as an investigator for a tiny cash-strapped police department and finds himself tracking a serial rapist who is one of the most baffling and dangerous foes he has ever faced.
Swift, unpredictable, and thrilling, The Wrong Side of Goodbye shows that Michael Connelly “continues to amaze with his consistent skill and sizzle” (Cleveland Plain Dealer).
Funny Quotes: Inspirational Picture Quotes about the Funny Side of Life (Leanjumpstart Life) (Volume 11)
Funny Quotes Book: Inspirational Picture Quotes About the Funny Side of Life Gabi Rupp, creator of LeanJumpStart.com shares an extraordinary collection of funny quotes in the context of friends, women, men, weight loss, retirement, office, pets and anything else people can get a good laugh. At times gently whimsical and others greatly humorous, this collection will not disappoint. “Inspirational Picture Quotes about the Funny Side of Life” is a beautiful combination of photography and timeless wisdom. As one of a series of picture quote books it is written for the lover of visually appealing funny quotes. Whether for your personal library or as a gift, Inspirational Picture Quotes about the Funny Side of Life is an excellent way to bring a little fun and laughter to all! These funny things ever said will put a smile on your face or leave you laughing for a while. They remind you not to take yourself too seriously all the time and are excellent for breaking the ice. After all, as Victor Borge once said, “Laughter is the shortest distance between two people”. Vibrant Pictures Brilliant color photos grace each page. This ultimate book of funny, facetious and droll quotes is perfect to carry in your pocket for daily uplifting messages, sure to make each day a little brighter in today’s stressed out world. A gift book for many occasions…family, friends and co-workers A great one-size-fits-all book that is sure to engage, enlighten, and keep everyone laughing even after reading it. With their eclectic mixture of human understanding, wisdom, and just plain fun, these are gifts that people want to give and love to receive. Inspiring Funny Quotes from people throughout history Filled with funny quotes from people throughout history, you will read the wisdom of known historical and modern figures such as: – Agatha Christie – Eva Gabor – Albert Einstein – Pope John XIII – Elbert Hubbard -Leslie Nielsen Pick up your copy of Inspirational Picture Quotes about the Funny Side of Life today and fill your world with Fun and Laughter! AFTER YOUR PURCHASE PLEASE LOOK UP OUR OTHER TITLES YOU MIGHT LIKE: Inspirational Picture Quotes about Life Inspirational Picture Quotes about Learning Inspirational Picture Quotes about Gratitude Inspirational Picture Quotes about Habits Inspirational Picture Quotes about Hope Inspirational Picture Quotes about Happiness Inspirational Picture Quotes about Friendship Inspirational Picture Quotes about Love Inspirational Picture Quotes about Horses Inspirational Picture Quotes about Christmas
And the Good News Is…: Lessons and Advice from the Bright Side
From her years as a presidential press secretary to her debates with colleagues on Fox News’ The Five, Dana Perino reveals the lessons she’s learned that have guided her through life, including stories from behind the scenes at the White House with President George W. Bush that the cameras never captured.
Thoughtful, inspiring and often surprising, AND THE GOOD NEWS IS… traces Dana’s unlikely journey through politics, the White House, and television. She has an uncanny ability for knowing what to say and how best to say it. A recurring theme in AND THE GOOD NEWS IS…is that planning has never worked for Dana; every time she has made a plan, something unexpected-and often better-has happened.
AND THE GOOD NEWS IS… blends a candid self-portrait with advice for allowing one’s very best personality traits to shine through, emphasizing that dignity and civility are choices we make for ourselves.
Conversations with History: Inspiration, Reflections, and Advice from History-Makers and Celebrities on the Other Side
We followed the ups and downs of their lives in the media. We know about their mistakes, their struggles, and their joys. But have you ever wondered how celebrities and public figures would reflect on their lives since they passed? In an unprecedented reading experience, Conversations with History sheds some light. Channeled by a psychic medium and written in interview format, this book takes readers on a unique journey with 22 spirits who were famous (or infamous) during their time on earth. Renowned personalities from 600 b.c. to 2011 a.d.—from Charlemagne, Ben Franklin, and Gandhi to Walt Disney, Kurt Vonnegut, and Steve Jobs—have returned to share their most important messages with us. Their passing led them to understand their life lessons and the ramifications of their choices. And now, with the clear-eyed vision gained only from the Other Side, they’re taking center stage one last time to offer us insights into their lives that they didn’t possess while they were here. These famous spirits open up to share the lessons they’ve learned since their passing in order to help us live our lives better—lessons in abundance and prosperity, love and relationships, creativity and art, personal responsibility for the world around us, and the legacy we will leave for future generations. In every interview, there are simple but powerful lessons that readers can use to improve their lives every day.