In 17th century Madrid, master swordsman Diego Alvarez finds himself caught between honor and love when he falls for Isabel, the daughter of his sworn enemy. As a deadly duel looms, Diego and Isabel must navigate treacherous waters of nobility, corruption, and family loyalty. Their forbidden romance ignites a chain of events that will test their love, challenge their beliefs, and ultimately lead them on a thrilling journey of escape, pursuit, and redemption. "The Midnight Duel" is a passionate tale of love conquering all odds, set against the backdrop of Spain's Golden Age, where every thrust of the sword could mean life, death, or a chance at true happiness. Historical romance, 17th century Spain, forbidden love, swordfighting, Madrid nobility, honor duel, adventure romance, Spanish Golden Age, star-crossed lovers, swashbuckling romance

Have you ever wondered where friendship ends and love begins? This book is an essential guide that explores the subtleties between these two complex and intricate feelings that are often intertwined in our lives. Through in-depth analysis, the book unravels the key differences between love and friendship, from physical attraction and commitment in love to mutual trust and support in friendship. It is not only a theoretical exploration, but also offers practical tools for navigating these emotions in real life. By understanding the nuances, you will be able to make more informed decisions in your relationships, avoiding disappointment and misunderstandings. The book also delves into how these feelings can evolve over time, and how a deep friendship can turn into passionate love or vice versa. In addition, it addresses issues such as jealousy, possessiveness and expectations in both relationships. In short, it is a must read for anyone seeking to better understand the labyrinths of the heart and mind, and how these two feelings can coexist and complement each other in an emotionally rich and rewarding life.

The adventure mounts in this thrilling continuation of the Buchanan Saga. Garret Wentworth had given up his search for the woman who could cure his longing for a woman he couldn't have, and his dwindling fascination with sailing the world. Then a member of his crew is killed mysteriously, and Garret finds himself facing the man's daughter with the need to give her the bad news. Brandy Ashton immediately takes Garret's breath away, but he just as quickly learns that her heart is taken. It becomes evident the danger responsible for her father's death is hot on Brandy's trail. When Garret makes a desperate decision in order to protect her, he finds himself in a tempest of danger. His fear is equal to his fury when he learns that the contender for Brandy's affection is the mastermind behind a world-wide smuggling operation. While Garret fights to protect Brandy from a danger she doesn't even understand, he prays she will hear the truth her heart is trying to tell her.

Crossed Hearts is the second novel in beloved bestselling author Barbara Delinsky's Matchmaker trilogy about a woman who makes up crossword puzzles for a living-and a man who just might be the answer to L-O-V-E in her life... Leah Gates always enjoys a good challenge-with words or otherwise. Still, she should have known better than to leave New York City for this. Knee-deep mud, lashing rain, a burned-down cabin...so much for the R&R that she hoped to find in rural New Hampshire. What had her friend Victoria Lesser been thinking? Woodsman Garrick Rodenheiser was stunned and wary when Leah turned up shivering on his porch. A beautiful woman, miles from nowhere, spelled trouble for him. But he couldn't just slam the door in her face-or shut out the storm of passion that raged between them... Originally published as Twelve Across.

From attempted sonnets to lengthy love poems, Melanie has been exploring the world of poetry for years. Her poems are based on a multitude of themes from her disability to the ideals of basic sciences. She discovers a self satisfaction in writing them. Before you, there is a collection of various poems she has written over the course of three years. Each and everyone with its own meaning in it's realistic/fictitious universe.

From the "New York Times"-bestselling author of "Taken at Dusk" comesa haunting, poignant tale about living and dying, surviving grief, guilt, andheartache, while discovering love and hope in the midst of sadness.

From the author of Behind Her Eyes, now a Netflix Original Series hit "Sarah Pinborough is about to become your new obsession." —Harlan Coben Lisa is living a lie and everyone is about to find out. Lisa lives for her daughter Ava, her job and her best friend Marilyn. But when a handsome client shows an interest in her, Lisa starts daydreaming about sharing her life with him, too. Maybe she’s ready now. Maybe she can trust again. Maybe it's time to let her terrifying secret past go. But when her daughter rescues a boy from drowning and their pictures are all over the news for everyone to see, Lisa's world explodes. As she finds everything she has built threatened, and not knowing who she can trust, it's up to Lisa to face her past in order to save what she holds dear. But someone has been pulling all their strings. And that someone is determined that both Lisa and Ava must suffer. Because long ago Lisa broke a promise. And some promises aren't meant to be broken.