In a classic story from #1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen, two strangers navigate the territory of their hearts—and the irresistible pull of desire. After taking a break from pop stardom to turn his musical hand to composing—earning both a Tony and an Oscar for his efforts—Rex Brody is making a triumphant return to performing with a sold-out, coast-to-coast tour. But he has one crucial stop to make first: his aunt’s home in New Hampshire. A local psychic is bilking his beloved aunt, and Rex is seeing red. But when he meets the woman’s gorgeous niece, his anger quickly yields to desire. Rex Brody always gets what he wants . . . and what he wants is to take this beautiful brunette on the road with him. Tamara Ledford lives a quiet life in a rural community, and she’s quite happy with it. As a skilled herbalist and canny businesswoman, she’s making a name for herself—even if her reputation in other areas dates back to her high school years. Though she tries to be as discreet and reserved as possible, there’s a sultry woman burning at her core. But when the arrogant and extremely intriguing Rex Brody makes a play for her, Tamara fights her instincts. Their chemistry seems highly combustible, but can a small-town girl really find happiness with big-time star?

Traces the history of Valentine's Day and the little-known stories behind its symbols.

The Wars of the Roses were not just fought by men on the battlefield. Behind the scenes, there were daughters, wives, mistresses, mothers and queens whose lives and influences helped shape the most dramatic of English conflicts.This book traces the story of women on the Lancastrian side, from the children borne by Blanche, wife of John of Gaunt, through the turbulent fifteenth century to the advent of Margaret Beaufort’s son in 1509 and the establishment of the Tudor dynasty. From the secret liaisons of Katherine Swynford and Catherine of Valois to the love lives of Mary de Bohun and Jacquetta of Luxembourg, to the queenship of Joan of Navarre and Margaret of Anjou, this book explores their experiences as women. What bound them to their cause? What real influence did they wield?Faced with the dangers of treason and capture, defamation and childbirth, read how these extraordinary women survived in extraordinary times.

When Gilbert writes two not-so-nice valentines to his classmates, his prank quickly turns into pandemonium. But there's always time for a change of heart on Valentine's Day.

Yellow for friendship. Pink for passion. But . . . Red Roses Mean Love. She dreamed of roses.... Orphaned and abandoned by her fiancé, Hayley Albright is determined to care for her younger siblings even if it means having to give up her own dreams. She doesn't expect to ever find love or get married . . . until one moonlit night when she saves the life of a mysterious stranger. . . . And he wants only to make her dreams come true.... Lord Stephen Barrett woke up gazing at the face of an angel. He was alive. And safe, for now, from the killer stalking his every move. Allowing Hayley to believe he is just a tutor of modest means, Stephen stays on for reasons of his own, never anticipating the passions Hayley would stir in his cold, wary heart. Her innocence is pure seduction. Her touch is sweet temptation. And suddenly the man who has everything is willing to risk it all--for a woman who has nothing to give . . . but all her heart. . . . From the Paperback edition.

In our swiftly changing world, one thing remains constant: For children and adults alike, it is absolutely impossible to live without the wonder of fairy tales. From ancient Aesop’s’ morality tales to modern storytellers such as J.K. Rowling, Terry Pratchett, and Dr. Seuss, stories guide our lives. The tales in this collection will appeal to all sorts of readers: those who read to be entertained, to laugh, to garner wisdom and moral lessons, and even those looking for a proper scare. Brothers Grimm Charles Perrault Hans Christian Andersen Rudyard Kipling Joseph Jacobs The Best Fairy Tales Аннотация The Best Fairy Tales Brothers Grimm Hansel And Gretel Little Red-Cap (Little Red Riding Hood) Rumpelstiltskin Rapunzel Charles Perrault Cinderella Or The Little Glass Slipper The Master Cat Or Puss In Boots The Sleeping Beauty In The Woods Hans Christian Andersen The Ugly Duckling Oscar Wilde The Happy Prince The Nightingale And The Rose The Selfish Giant The Devoted Friend The Remarkable Rocket Rudyard Kipling Rikki-Tikki-Tavi Joseph Jacobs English Fairy Tales Preface Tom Tit Tot The Three Sillies The Rose-Tree The Old Woman And Her Pig How Jack Went To Seek His Fortune Mr. Vinegar Nix Nought Nothing Jack Hannaford Binnorie Mouse And Mouser Cap O' Rushes Teeny-Tiny Jack And The Beanstalk The Story Of The Three Little Pigs The Master And His Pupil Titty Mouse And Tatty Mouse Jack And His Golden Snuff-Box The Story Of The Three Bears Jack The Giant-Killer Henny-Penny Childe Rowland Molly Whuppie The Red Ettin The Golden Arm The History Of Tom Thumb Mr. Fox Lazy Jack Johnny-Cake Earl Mar's Daughter Mr. Miacca Whittington And His Cat The Strange Visitor The Laidly Worm Of Spindleston Heugh The Cat And The Mouse The Fish And The Ring The Magpie's Nest Kate Crackernuts The Cauld Lad Of Hilton The Ass, The Table, And The Stick Fairy Ointment The Well Of The World's End Master Of All Masters The Three Heads Of The Well Russian Folk Fairy Tales Marya Morevna Sister Alenushka, Brother Ivanushka Morozko Finist The Falcon Frog-Tsarevna Vasilisa The Beautiful