The Five-Minute Marriage


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"Joan Aiken's invention seemed inexhaustible, her high spirits a blessing, her sheer storytelling zest a phenomenon. She was a literary treasure, and her books will continue to delight for many years to come." Philip Pullman Delphie Carteret is forced into a dangerous marriage of convenience in Joan Aiken’s stunning regency romance, The Five Minute Marriage. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton, the major romantic drama series from Netlix. Delphie has been disinherited from her family’s life of luxury and wealth, and as her mother's health and wits deteriorate she has no choice but to seek help from distant relatives. However when she arrives at the family’s grand house she discovers part of their fortune is rightfully hers, and the only way to obtain her inheritance is through a sham marriage to her cousin. Unknowingly Delphie has tangled herself in a web of family rivalry and deceit which goes back for generations. Other members of the family are not just in debt but in the Marshalsea - the debtors' prison described by Dickens. Forced to maintain the charade of her marriage, Delphie is finally drawn into a dramatic fight for her life, and a surprisingly romantic finale on the roof of the family mansion . . . Joan Aiken has woven together an enchanting plot of romance and rivalry that will grip readers till the very end. Fans of Georgette Heyer should definitely make this novel their next read.




Married for Five Minutes


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Take a 5-minute peek inside real marriages facing challenges which threaten to blur the reflection of Christ that marriage was created to be. Each chapter paints a fictionalized, behind-closed-doors picutre of scenarios the authors have encountered throught mentoring/counseling women, followed by commentary. All marriages have tough seasons, and some marriages are simply more difficult than others altogether.




The 5 Minute Marriage


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Aaron Robinson is just your average, ordinary teenager trying to make it through his eighth grade year. But something happens to him that is far from ordinary. He has a nightmare in which something happens that seems very real to him. Aaron shakes it off as nothing but a dream, not knowing that it would change his life forever. As part of the year goes by, he falls for the girl of his dreams, Ann. The thing is though his former best friend has too. He tries to do everything in order to get her to like him for who he is, but it just doesn't seem like it's enough. Aaron wants so much more in his life, but something tragic happens that makes him realize that he should be thankful for the people and things in his life. One day sitting in class, Aaron finds out news that he just lost someone very close to him without warning. The news tears his world apart, and now his whole life seems like a nightmare that he can't wake up from. Feeling as if he has to fight for what he wants in life, Aaron decides to challenge his nemesis in a fight. But realizing that it would be her fault if either one of them was hurt, Ann pleads Aaron's former best friend to just leave it alone. Meanwhile, Aaron waits for everyone to show up when all of the sudden his nightmare becomes reality. He tries to run, but he cannot avoid what fate has in store for him. With his life on the line, will Aaron be able to overcome fate's plan or will things take a turn for the worse? Only time can tell in If Only Aaron Knew.




The Five-Minute Marriage


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First comes marriage. Then comes love. Then things start to get really complicated. Desperate to help her ailing mother, Delphie Carteret agrees to a sham wedding ceremony to her cousin, Gareth. Her mother will be guaranteed annuity for life, and Gareth's obligation to marry before his sick uncle passes is fulfilled. The plan is perfect. But perfect plans usually go awry. Not only is the marriage ceremony valid, but Gareth's dying uncle makes a miraculous recovery. An imposter is threatening Delphie's identity and her life, and the whole family is on the brink of scandal. As Gareth and Delphie try to mastermind a way out of this mess, they begin to discover that what's between them may be surprisingly real... Praise for Joan Aiken: "Ingenious...a country-dance in high style, twirled to the tune of a proven virtuoso." —Kirkus Reviews for The Five-Minute Marriage "Delightful and humorous." —Historical Novels Review for Eliza's Daughter




The Last-Minute Marriage


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Peta and Marcus had a wonderful whirlwindwedding—but their vows are a sham: it's a marriageof convenience! Now billionaire Marcus Benson isshowering his bride with gifts and offering a life ofluxury. Surely that would be a dream come true forpenniless Peta?No! Peta wants him—not gifts or money! She'sstartled to realize she's falling in love with herconvenient groom. But Marcus has built impenetrablewalls around his heart. Has Peta got what it takes toknock them down?




15 Minute Marriage


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As relaxed views about marriage evolve the question, "Is marriage designed to last forever?" begs to be answered. Marriage can last a lifetime or be nothing more than a 15 minute plight.A living breathing organism, marriage must be nurtured. But an enemy has come to kill marriage. It is divorce. A living death, divorce destroys marriage.Regardless of the pain and heartache, that comes with divorce, more and more couples are contemplating it or opting out of marriage altogether. But is this God's plan?"An insightful discussion of God's perspective on love, marriage, divorce and relationships is shared through the practical precepts in "15 Minute Marriage". This simplistic guide will help those seeking marriage and relationship to:* Identify "the one" God has created for them to marry* Embrace God's ideal solution when preparing for marriage* Understand the attributes needed to maintain healthy marriages and relationships* Overcome the setbacks that lead to stumbling blocks in marriage* Identify and avoid attacks that come against marriage relationships* Cultivate and nurture marriage relationshipsSound, creative and informative "15 Minute Marriage" is based on testimonials and triumphs of those who have survived the impact of divorce and the difficulties of relationships. Sincere and honest "15 Minute Marriage" provides a message that inspires readers to overcome the challenges, fight the battles and achieve the victory in their marriages and relationships.




Flossie Lane's Marriage


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The Sixty Minute Marriage


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Rob Parsons presents an action plan to revolutionise every relationship. Includes: Are affairs good for a marriage? - How to argue - effectively - Why many men say, 'My wife's not interested in sex' - Why cutting your credit card in half can save your marriage - How a divorce will affect your children.




The 7-Minute Marriage Solution


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Can 7 Minutes Make a Difference? If you're thinking the 7-minute solution to a happier marriage sounds far too simplistic, even a bit crazy, we dare you to read this book. It will revolutionize your marriage!




Rob Parsons: The Sixty Minute Father, The Sixty Minute Marriage


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THE SIXTY MINUTE FATHER sets goals to help every father ensure that he doesn't miss out on the greatest opportunity of his life. His advice includes: Put dates in your diary that are important for your children; talk to your baby as if she understands every word; if you have to be away write your children a letter; tell them how you spend your day. THE SIXTY MINUTE MARRAIGE presents an action plan to revolutionise every relationship. Includes: Are affairs good for a marriage? - How to argue - effectively - Why many men say, 'My wife's not interested in sex' - Why cutting your credit card in half can save your marriage - How a divorce will affect your children. This bundle is what every father and mother will want to read!