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As 1870 Europe lurches toward war, one man could turn the tide. But with his wife's mysterious death, he's thrust into a web of deceit, political intrigue, and murder that could destroy him, his children, and a nation.

Mother Ruth aims to marry off her last bachelor son. But Pierce Grayson isn't interested in being tied down--until he meets Broadway actress Sabra Raineau. Suddenly, marriage might be impossible to resist.

Frustrated by a mother who wants him married and women always scheming after his money, restauranteur Brandon Grayson has no luck in love. But when childhood friend Faith McBride hits the scene, he finds a woman he can trust. But could this become more?

Covert agent Bob Howard is learning about a top-secret dossier that vanishes with his boss. Determined to discover the contents of this memorandum, Howard runs afoul of Russian spies, ancient demons, and apostles of a hideous cult planning to raise the Eater of Souls from the undead.

Born into peace and freedom, Lavinia is stunned to learn that she will be the cause of a great war--or so the prophecies and omens claim. Her fate is sealed, however, when she meets a man from Troy.

When Jane, a cat with wings, leaves the safety of her farm to explore the world, she falls into the hands of a man who keeps her prisoner and exploits her for money.

Even into his middle age, James Black can please a lady from dusk till dawn. Why else would his ex Crystal keep coming back for more? Trouble is, Crystal's husband might not be too keen on the idea of James making time with his old lady. Now, James' son Darnel is a different story altogether. He's all ready to walk the straight and narrow for his fianc�ee Keisha--all ready, that is, until he catches his angel getting the business from his best friend Omar.

Bishop T.K. Wilson is a pillar of the community and pastor of the largest African-American church in Queens, New York. The Bishop has tended to the needy all of his adult life with a supportive wife and two loving children by his side. Running for borough president on a family values platform, he learns that his adult children are caving into temptation. But, as it turns out, even the good Bishop has a shady past. Now, one shocking revelation after another seems destined to derail his campain and force him to re-evaluate his own family values.

To be a member of the Big Girls Book Club, there's just one requirement: be a size 14--at least. Tammy, Egypt, Isis, Nikki, Coco, and Tiny are six voluptuous, feisty girlfriends who love a good book almost as much as they enjoy a good man. But these sistahs are bound to discover that keeping it real ain't so easy when you've got something on the side.

Alexander Randall is the last heir to the Earl of Daventry and he must find himself a bride. His prayers are answered in the form of distressed midwife Julia Bancroft. But though their union would benefit both parties, Julia is reluctant to surrender her heart.