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She arrived in town, beautiful and bold and declaring that she has inherited property that Ned Thurlowe has already claimed. A member of the local Logical Men's Society, Ned prides himself on thinking clearly and calmly at all times. And it's clear that the meeting place of society--a local tavern--is his, even if the men have turned it to shambles. Though Ned challenges Gemma's claim to the property, he behaves most illogically, for though he wants to dismiss her, he also can't help but desire her.

When their mother passed away, Evie Ross and her sister were each given a stack of letters, one to be opened every year on their birthday, to inspire and guide them through adulthood. But although Evie has made a successful career, her desire for stability and security has meant she's never experienced the best life has to offer. But the discovery of more letters hidden in a safe-deposit box points to secrets her mother held close, and possibly a new way for Evie to think about her family, her heart and her dreams.

Every year on her birthday, Suda Kaye opens another of the letters her mother penned before she passed. But on her twenty-eighth birthday, she opens the letter that sends her home.

North's and Nimh's lives are entwined, though their hearts can never be. Linked by a terrifying prophecy and caught between duty and fate, they must choose between saving their people or succumbing to the bond that is forbidden between them.

No woman since Kate Addison has managed to captivate Brandon. To Kate, the memory of that night still burns strongly, because it was followed by a stunning betrayal. She's vowed to make him pay.

The only magic Ursule Orchière knows is the false spells her mother weaves over the gullible women who visit their fortune-telling caravan. But everything changes when Ursule comes of age.

Temple sorcerer Penric and his chaos demon Desdemona are drawn into an uncanny investigation when a corpse found floating face down in the harbor is not quite as dead as it seems. Their search will lead to more mystery.

FBI agent Genna Snow's successful career cannot fully erase the heartache of a shattered childhood. After breaking the silence surrounding the abusive acts of a summer camp counselor, young Genna was abandoned by her family even as justice was being served in the courtroom. Years later, Genna was forced to relive the pain of abandonment when the man she loved, special agent John Mancini, walked out of her life without explanation. Now, having returned from his own private hell, John is determined to win Genna back.

Alexander Woodroe had fame and wealth starring on a TV show. But when his character is removed, his star is falling. Former ER therapist Lauren Clegg is hired to keep Alex in line, but she finds it hard to keep it professional.

Jo Wright swore she'd never step foot anywhere her nemesis, bestselling author Will Price, is. But after accepting a lucrative speaking offer at a book festival, Jo runs into him, and he wants to make amends.