A compulsive family drama about a mothers desperate search to reclaim her daughter from the horrors of her own past, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewells Then She Was Gone. Beth Fraser finally has her life together. Shes built a successful career in the tech sector, has a bright fifteen-year-old daughter, and shes completely erased all evidence of her troubled past. At least thats what she thought. Dana Fraser always wondered why shes the only kid with two backup phones, emergency drills, and a non-negotiable check-in time every single day. When a stranger approaches her on the street claiming to be her grandmother, Dana starts to question what else her mother has been hiding. Soon Beths worst nightmare is coming true: Dana is in grave danger, and unless Beth is willing to pull one last con job for her parents, she may never see her daughter again.
A stunning tale of romance and magic set against the legendary backdrop of King Arthurs court. At nineteen the beautiful Lady Rhian is clearly of marriageable age. But her father seems reluctant to give his blessing to any of her suitors. When she discovers the true reason for this that in return for her mothers life he promised her to a sorcerer she runs away to join a convent. The sorcerer, Euberacon, is determined to exact his payment and waylays Rhian on the road, but she is rescued by the valiant Sir Gawain, a knight of King Arthurs Round Table, who gallantly offers to escort Rhian to Camelot. Gawain has grave tidings to bring to Arthur the Saxons are growing restless, and the threat of war looms. He has taken a great risk in stopping to help Rhian. But when a band of Saxons attacks them, Rhian proves that her skills include more than tapestry and gossip and Gawain will be captivated as much by her bravery as by her beauty.
Its a dream for a "Vampire Chef"-cater the high-profile wedding of a 200-year-old vampire and a wealthy witch. So why did celebrity chef Oscar Simmons walk away from this gig? Charlotte agrees to take his place, even though she knows this event, thrown by power-hungry vampires and witches, could make (or break) her career, her restaurant, and her life. But when Simmons turns up dead, the grooms family starts vanishing, and the police start asking pointed questions, Charlotte fears she may have picked the wrong wedding to stake her reputation on...
Charlotte Caine isnt called "the Vampire Chef" because shes a member of New Yorks undead community-she just cooks for them. Her restaurant, Nightlife, is poised to take the top slot in the world of "haute noir" cuisine. But when a drunk customer causes a scene, a glowing review from the citys top food critic doesnt seem likely-especially when that customer winds up dead on Nightlifes doorstep. Now, with her brother under suspicion for the murder, Charlotte has to re-open her restaurant and clear her brothers name-before they both become dinner.
A rollicking spy caper in corsets. . . . This witty romp will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers. Kirkus Reviews, starred review of Palace of Spies As a lady in waiting in King Georges London court, Peggy has survived a forced betrothal, royal scandals, and an attempt or two on her life. And now she has a new problem: her horrible fiance has returned to claim her! To save her neck, or at least her hand in marriage, Peggy joins forces with her cousin Olivia and her sweetheart, Matthew. But if she doesnt play her cards right, her career as courtier and spy might come to an end at the bottom of the river Thames . . .