With a sick, illegal immigrant mother, a dead father, and a younger sister to provide for, struggle has become second nature to Grace. What she doesn’t know how to do, is hope or dream. Those are two things you don’t have the luxury of doing when you work three jobs to support your family.
However, when fate sends her a lucky hand, will she be able to let go of the past long enough to get out of the underground fighting ring and make it in the UFC? Or will she allow her past to haunt her, and her guilt to burry her right along with her dreams?
This isn’t your average love story. Sometimes, the princess saves the prince. And sometimes, the best person to choose to love, is yourself.
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Lorraine Haas writes fiction about strong, fiery women who survive and thrive beyond their circumstances. When she’s not traveling, doing research into history or women’s lives, she enjoys her garden and a nice glass of merlot.
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Cate Silver killed a man. For the last twenty years, she thought she had gotten away with it. Now, with the case reopened, she stands to lose everything. She has only one option left: trade her freedom for the truth. It’s the only way out of the mess, but it comes at a heavy price.
Twenty years ago, Patti Thomas left and didn’t look back. She left her best friend to fend for herself. Trying to keep her secrets hidden, she had no choice but to start over. Now over four hundred miles away, with a family of her own, she knows she must go back to Vermont and help Cate.
Together again, Cate and Patti must decide if it’s time to reopen the wounds of that night or keep running from them. As evidence surfaces, the potential to destroy a once-in-a-lifetime friendship looms. Twists, turns, and murder. There’s only one way out-but how much can one friendship withstand?
Jessica Aiken-Hall, author of her award-winning memoir, The Monster That Ate My Mommy lives in New Hampshire with her husband, three children, and two dogs. She is a survivor of child abuse and domestic violence and is a fierce advocate. Her mission is to help others share their story.
She has a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, with over a decade of experience as a social worker. She is also a Reiki Master and focuses her attention on healing.
When she is not writing, she enjoys listening to Tom Petty, walking along the beach, looking at the moon, and watching murder shows. To follow what she’s doing next check out http://www.jessicaaikenhall.com.
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Running from the law, talented violin maker, Giovanni, arrives at Ellis Island determined to head west to fulfill his dreams. He makes it as far as Appalachia, where he meets Norah, an independent young widow and herbalist who introduces him to the magnificent hills she calls home. Then tragedy strikes. Will their love conquer all?
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Join Logan McKenna for the final days before the fatal accident that rips away her comfortable illusions and launches her into the unknown. Will she thrive or just survive?
A self-admitted book addict, Valerie was the kid with the flashlight under her pillow, reading long after lights out. A life of travel led to degrees in Anthropology and a pervasive interest in people. She lives on the Oregon coast with her husband, John, and their new puppy, Finn. When not working on her latest book she is probably in the kitchen, cooking up a storm for family and friends.
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Charmaine Brightley will soon lose her place in the world. Her father is ill and when he passes, a distant male cousin will inherit the family estate. In the meantime, London society flocks to Charmaine’s lavish parties and gaming tables, all designed to raise money for the “deserving” poor. If the ton ever discovered the true beneficiaries of their philanthropy, the revelation would ruin Charmaine and shame her family.
Not that Charmaine cares what anyone thinks. Ever since her devastating first season, she has given up on love. As far as Charmaine is concerned, passion is a ridiculous dream, meant only for the young and foolish. Until a dashing stranger appears at her midsummer masquerade.
After an ill-fated duel, Duke Konstantin “Kosta” Rostov was forced to abandon Russia for England. For a man accustomed to privilege and power, nothing is worse than indentured servitude to a cruel stepfather. Determined to restore both his reputation and that of the family he shamed, Kosta sneaks away to a masquerade ball at Cortwood Manor, where he meets the alluring Charmaine Brightley.
For years, Kosta restricted his amorous affairs to women who were discreet, worldly, and married. Despite the thrilling connection between them, Kosta understands he has no place in Lady Charmaine’s life. When his stepfather sends him back to Cortwood, however, Kosta can’t resist the opportunity to see her one more time. Even if it means spying on her for his stepfather. Even if he must continue to hide his true identity.
Reunited, Kosta and Charmaine find their mutual desire catches fire. But Kosta’s stepfather has his own reasons for pushing them together. And those plans could destroy Charmaine Brightley, the woman who has finally captured Kosta’s heart.
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I write historical romance with contemporary attitude. My forthcoming series features free-spirited sisters facing the loss of an estate they love, but cannot inherit. Along the way, their fates are entangled with those of a disgraced duke, a missing heir, and a brash young earl: gentlemen with passion in their hearts and complicated pasts. Think Downton Abbey meets Bridgerton with a hint of magic in the mix. 🙂
As a reader, I can’t resist witty novels with sexual tension, dark secrets, and suspenseful twists. My favorite authors include Courtney Milan, Philippa Gregory, Alyssa Cole, Gillian Flynn, George R.R. Martin, and Lisa See. When I’m not reading or writing, you might find me planning a costume for the next San Diego Comic-Con. I live in California with a spoiled tabby cat named Jonesy.
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Anna Venu of Arizona can be very cunning, perceptive, and witty. She’s going to need every one of those traits to survive the journey she is about to embark on after the accidental discovery of a surprising family secret. Anna departs on a thrilling adventure across Vienna, Paris, and Berlin to unravel a mystery that takes her back to the final blood-soaked days of WWII.
Anna quickly finds herself in over her head when her quest unexpectedly throws her into a modern-day European political conspiracy. When Anna becomes the target, she needs to use all her skills and determination to uncover the truth and stay alive.
Told in a unique storytelling style, this book stretches across several generations and time periods with unexpected turns and events throughout.
Alongside Anna, readers are forced to question the psychological need for aggression, racism, the abuse of power, and the unstoppable human drive for war. This book urges readers to discover the stories of their own lineage while echoing that we are all connected through the Web of Humanity, our only hope for survival.
Maria Turchin is a researcher and advocate focused on human rights. Born in Ukraine, Maria grew up in Brooklyn, New York hearing about her great grandfather’s experience serving as the head of the Red Army’s 47th division field hospital on the first Belarusian front during World War II, and later as the Chief Surgeon of the Soviet sector of occupied Berlin.
Maria holds a BA in Psychology from Arizona State University and a Master of Public Policy and a Master of Social Welfare from UC Berkeley. She currently lives in Marina del Rey.
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Anna Venu of Arizona can be very cunning, perceptive, and witty. She’s going to need every one of those traits to survive the journey she is about to embark on after the accidental discovery of a surprising family secret. Anna departs on a thrilling adventure across Vienna, Paris, and Berlin to unravel a mystery that takes her back to the final blood-soaked days of WWII.
Anna quickly finds herself in over her head when her quest unexpectedly throws her into a modern-day European political conspiracy. When Anna becomes the target, she needs to use all her skills and determination to uncover the truth and stay alive.
Told in a unique storytelling style, this book stretches across several generations and time periods with unexpected turns and events throughout.
Alongside Anna, readers are forced to question the psychological need for aggression, racism, the abuse of power, and the unstoppable human drive for war. This book urges readers to discover the stories of their own lineage while echoing that we are all connected through the Web of Humanity, our only hope for survival.
Maria Turchin is a researcher and advocate focused on human rights. Born in Ukraine, Maria grew up in Brooklyn, New York hearing about her great grandfather’s experience serving as the head of the Red Army’s 47th division field hospital on the first Belarusian front during World War II, and later as the Chief Surgeon of the Soviet sector of occupied Berlin.
Maria holds a BA in Psychology from Arizona State University and a Master of Public Policy and a Master of Social Welfare from UC Berkeley. She currently lives in Santa Monica.
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