Holding Tess


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Micah McKenna had spent the last five years becoming the man he was meant to be. He was no longer a pushover, going along, rather than fighting for what he knew inside was right. He’d spent too long denying himself and his values. A past heartbreak had toughened him. Some things were worth fighting for, and those included his reputation, his career, and his dignity. Taking on instant fatherhood, while fighting for his values had made him complete the journey into manhood. He thought he was settled comfortably into his life until a single afternoon shattered his plans for a solitary existence. Tess Foster lived on adrenaline and trauma. The trauma wasn’t hers. It was her job to minimalize the pain and suffering of anyone who came through her ER department. Doctor Foster worked hard to get where she was, and she was proud of her accomplishments. It had taken her a while, but she knew she needed more. She was tired, overworked, and she wasn’t satisfied with the status quo. Then one fateful afternoon, her lifelong hero became her lover. Tess had fallen in love with Micah McKenna as a teenager, but she’d hidden those adolescent feelings. He saw her through the eyes of a big brother, and a protector. One afternoon that had stretched into a marathon of sex had changed everything. Could sex be enough, and would he be willing to accept her as she was? Tess was a woman who had to dedicate herself and her skills to others. She also had secrets she hadn’t revealed. This is book two in the McKenna Brothers series and can be enjoyed independently. This contemporary romance is intended for adults only and contains elements of mystery, suspense, danger, sensual scenes and power exchange. If any of these offend you, please do not purchase.







This Is My Daughter


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A New York Times Notable Book: A luminous, deeply affecting story of divorce, remarriage, and parenthood. Peter and Emma, two single parents who have found love again after failed first marriages, dream of a peaceful and happy blended family with each of their daughters under one roof. They navigate this treacherous territory with the best of intentions, but face resistance from the girls, who, like many children of divorce, find their relationships tinged by grief, anger, and resentment. Emma’s three-year-old daughter, Tess, takes to the arrangement while Amanda, Peter’s sullen and unhappy seven-year-old, views it as a disaster rather than a fresh start. Over the course of this emotional powerhouse of a novel, Amanda becomes increasingly hostile and alienated—until one night she commits an act that threatens the already fragile bonds of the fledgling family. Set on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, This Is My Daughter is a skillful and sensitive portrayal of the challenges facing modern families from master of the contemporary novel Roxana Robinson, whose acute observations of domestic life invite comparison to John Cheever and Henry James.




Legacy


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The Mackenzies and the Flahertys, two of the founding families of Port Kenneth, TN, have been feuding for generations. Which means Emerson Mackenzie’s decision to move PharmaSci back to its historic roots didn’t sit well with the Flaherty family. They have been attempting to renew the hostilities, but so far, Mack has refused to rise to their bait. Instead, he remains on the trail of the old Mackenzie records and the secrets they contain. Compounding the Flahertys’ issues, William Flaherty isn’t terribly thrilled with his only son, Chad. First the boy lost William’s favorite condo to street photographer Delia Ford. Then Chad decided he didn’t want to be a Flaherty. Unfortunately, the rule is simple: Once a Flaherty, always a Flaherty. His sister understands this. Why doesn’t he? When his father crosses a line, Chad’s had enough. For real this time. If only he can figure out exactly how, and who he can turn to for help in his escape. Delia Ford certainly isn’t lining up to be Chad’s ally, but maybe there’s hope—and help—right across the street from Chad’s new house. But first, Mack has to find what William wants the most: The reason the feud began in the first place. Except, it’s not what anyone expected it to be.




The Garden


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Wasco has created a family story rich with southern ambiance. The strength of her characters and how they relate to each other gives this novel it's uniqueness. As you read, you become but an observer. You'll begin to experience the overwhelming vacuum the Second World War created. Loneliness, fear, survival and hardships. All united but separate as each family experiences daily life on their own. Your invited to share their life in rural Alabama during the intense war years after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Learn about one young mother and wife, as she plans for an unknown future. Share in her trials and dreams. Does she achieve her dream, or will circumstances be her undoing. Spend some time. Share their lives, breathe in the country air, linger a while, and become part of the past.




Seascape


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Marine biologist Tess Hansen has left her high-tech lab at Evergreen College and returned to Washington’s northern coast to take care of her aging parents. Although her new job studying orcas in the Pacific excites her, she finds life in the small town where she grew up to be stifling and boring. Until she meets Brittany James.. Chemist Britt James has made the move from a hectic city to the rural coast as well, but she embraces the isolation. She’s looking for a way to reconnect with the environment and make amends for the damage her chemical company has done, and Tess’s center for orca research is a top contender for her endowment. . Change has become an unwelcome part of Tess’s life and a desperate hope for Britt. Can these two women find a place of refuge with each other?.







Your Best Friend


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'Addictive and twisty... once you start reading you won't want to stop' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ When Tess hears Lydia Green is moving back to the village, she is full of excitement. As teenagers, Tess and Lydia were inseparable. Until the end of that last summer when Lydia suddenly moved away. With the recent loss of her husband and two small children to care for, Tess could really use the support of her old best friend. It feels like a bright spot of light in such a difficult time. Like fate has brought Lydia back to her. But when Tess sees Lydia for the first time in decades, in front of all the other mums at Saturday sport, Lydia pretends not to know her. Tess can't believe Lydia would lie to her face in front of the whole village, or that she seems to want nothing to do with her. Is Lydia playing some kind of twisted game? Or did Tess not really know her best friend as well as she once thought... Don't miss the next heart-stopping thriller from Julie Corbin, perfect for fans of Louise Candlish and CL Taylor. Readers LOVE Your Best Friend: 'It's safe to say I was gripped from start to end' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ '[A] must-read' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A fantastic thriller' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fabulous read' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐




Guiding Tess


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His name was Chance, a powerful German Shepherd Dog. She holds the handle fastened to his harness, for he is her eyes. She was terrified in her dark world, but his dedication calmed the bitterness and fears. He gave her confidence. She learned to trust and together they make this journey to fulfill a young womans quest for love and purpose. There must be a reason to exist? As Tess feels a new life is within her grasp, she is unaware of the ever threatening shadows in her darkness. This guide dog has to go beyond his training.




Frank's Felon


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Tainted. Targeted. Far from Tamed. Getting past that brute of a guard patrolling Damien’s territory was hard, and rather fun. Delilah wants to taste every delectable square inch of him, but Frank wants more from her than she can give. She has to leave, before her enemies catch her, punish her. . . before Frank makes her feelagain. Delilah’s no good. She’s tainted, with a target on her back. And Frank wants her, badly. She’s his future, but she won’t admit that. He won’t let the humans have her, even if it means starting a war. Frank will have his Felon, one way or another. ◆◆◆ Fight Hard. Love Harder. Frank’s Felonis the fifth book in a wolf shifter romance series full of romance, intrigue, and deadly heroes. If you like alpha males and smart women who fight for what they believe in, and you want a very HEA, then you’ll love Julie K. Cohen’s Broken Shifters series. Recommended Reading Order I wasn't sure where to place Mason's Mission in the book order for the series. Mason's Mission can be read after Frank's Felon, but it technically occurs 5 years before Frank's Felon, so you may wish to read Mason's story before Frank's. I believe it's best to start the series with Damien's Dilemma. That said, one reading order could be: Damien's Dilemma Blade's Battle Callen's Captive Hayden's Haven Mason's Mission (this is a jump back 5 years) Frank's Felon