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The Daring Deception

Author : Barbara Cartland

Publisher : Barbara Cartland EBooks ltd

Page : 198 pages

File Size : 44,19 MB

Release : 2022-09-21

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1788674898

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Handsome and dashing, the Marquis of Melsonby finds himself bored by the attentions of Society beauties, especially those of the undeniably beautiful and irritatingly ardent, Lady Karen Russell, who is trying to blackmail him into marriage. Then, as he is caught in a fierce snowstorm and stuck for the night at a lowly wayside inn, Fate puts in his way a lovely young waif called ‘Perdita Lydford’, who throws herself on his mercy. She is on the run from her cruel would-be ‘Guardian’, Sir Gerbold Whitton, and with good reason. Not only does he beat her sadistically, he is totally bent on marrying her and her sizeable inheritance by force to pay for his large debts. Since they are both in the same boat, the Marquis and Perdita then begin their daring deception and dupe their respective pursuers with a fake marriage that appears on the surface to be legal. But Sir Gerbold is not so easily daunted and he tries again to abduct Perdita. Escaping on the Marquis’s yacht to Morocco, poor Perdita is imperilled once more, ‘out of the frying pan and into the fire’, of a lecherous and murderous Sultan and his Harem, where she prays that love in the form of the Marquis can save her life and her virtue yet again.



Daring Deception

Author : Barbara Freethy

Publisher : Fog City Publishing, LLC

Page : 332 pages

File Size : 39,10 MB

Release : 2021-01-26

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1951656148

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"The action was intense and kept me on the edge of my seat! Barbara Freethy is an amazing writer who captures the reader's attention from the very first sentence, so much so, I read this book in one sitting." 5 Stars! Booklover's Anonymous He didn't just break her heart, he broke her soul… When a bomb exploded at her college, Caitlyn Carlson's life changed in an instant. Ten years later, she's no longer a vulnerable, trusting girl, but a tough, ruthless, FBI agent. But her hard exterior covers a deep, aching hole in her heart. Quinn Kelly has changed his life, too, trying to make up for the horrific mistakes of his youth. But some mistakes can't be outrun or forgiven. Some feelings don't stay buried, no matter how hard you try. An explosion at a local university takes them back to the past, to the one place they never wanted to go again…and to each other. They barely survived loving each other the first time around. The secrets and lies almost killed them. Will this be their second chance, or will this be the end of everything? A shattered love story, a fatal explosion, and a web of secrets and lies await in this exciting tale of ecoterrorism from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! For fans of Susan Stoker, Meli Raine, Nora Roberts, Karin Slaughter, Mary Burton, and Melinda Leigh. Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the Off The Grid: FBI Series Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 What the readers are saying… "Daring Deception paints a thrilling picture of a dangerous love story. Brodie and Caitlyn pull emotions into a maze that is powerful, intriguing and never ending. With Freethy there is always a twist to tie emotions up in knots and leave readers feeling breathless." Isha – Goodreads "There were a lot of twists and turns in this series that kept me guessing about what was going to happen next, and I definitely did not see the ending coming! This book was the perfect mix of romance and suspense, a page turner from beginning to end! Kate – Bookbub "A story that builds on revenge, kidnapping, and forgiveness. DARING DECEPTION is a definite winner in this series." Ellen - Goodreads "Just finished this gem by Barbara Freethy...I can honestly say it was one of the best books I have read this year. This author is a genius at creating authentic characters!" Claire – Goodreads on Daring Deception "Barbara Freethy knows how to write a beautiful, believable love story....with just the right amount of heat." Trude – Goodreads on Daring Deception "Wow! Every time I think I can’t enjoy a book in this Off The Grid series any more than the ones I’ve already read, Barbara Freethy proves me wrong. DARING DECEPTION is full of twists and turns and two great main characters." Mary - Goodreads



A Daring Deception

Author : Laura Trentham

Publisher : Laura Huskins

Page : 337 pages

File Size : 21,6 MB

Release : 2021-01-15

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1946306134

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She is desperate for a fairy godmother. Fate gives her a wicked duke. Simon, the Duke of Bellingham, is dreading his sister’s house party, especially as her matchmaking hat is firmly in place. Attempting to atone for a misspent youth, Simon has become a sober, respected member of Parliament—and a hunted bachelor. His plan to avoid the minefield of ambitious mamas and their daughters is cast aside when he happens across a lady whose beauty is enhanced by her warmth and teasing tongue. Miss Jessica Tremaine never forgot the kindness Simon showed her on a dark day when she was a young girl. Unexpectedly crossing paths once again, he assumes she’s a lady’s maid and not the girl from a troubled aristocratic family. It’s clear he doesn’t remember her, and for a time, she allows herself to dream of a future away from her despicable stepfather. Simon learns of her deception and retreats to London to nurse what he suspects is a broken heart. When Jessica finds herself in London and in danger, she turns to the one man she trusts—even if he doesn’t trust her. Warning: Contains a lady in need of a knight-errant, a duke in need of a lady, and a deception that ignites a passion for the ages.



A DARING DECEPTION

Author : Amanda Browning

Publisher : Harlequin / SB Creative

Page : 128 pages

File Size : 23,44 MB

Release : 2020-02-01

Category : Comics & Graphic Novels

ISBN : 4596172455

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The blue eyes that attract any woman… His deep gaze… Rachel cannot stop her heart from pounding when she sees her beloved Nathan, a breathtakingly gorgeous man from her work. But for some reason he thinks she is a cunning and promiscuous woman and always gives her the cold shoulder. One day, Rachel’s grandmother makes a shocking request, and Rachel ends up going on a trip alone with Nathan. Her job is to act as Nathan’s girlfriend and get back her grandmother’s stolen letters.



Nothing But Deception

Author : Allegra Gray

Publisher : Zebra Books

Page : 351 pages

File Size : 11,76 MB

Release : 2010

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1420108263

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"Beatrice, Lady Pullingham, knows the type of captivating beauty who inspires great art - or at least, she thinks she does, until Paris' most exciting young painter invites her to pose for him. Incredulous, Bea nonetheless has the sense to accept Philippe's invitation, and in so doing, signs on for lessons in seduction that give her the courage to embark on the adventure of a lifetime ... Secrets. Jean-Philippe Durand has had enough of them. First, his mother's deathbed revelation - the one that brought him to England in search of his true father. And now, the secrets kept by the Englishwoman who has become his muse. Philippe wants more than just to paint Beatrice, he wants to show her every pleasure society has denied her - and she's denied herself. But there's something Beatrice isn't telling him, and his art only allows for truth ..."--Publisher description.



Daring Deception

Author : Brenda Hiatt

Publisher : HarperCollins Australia

Page : 164 pages

File Size : 41,7 MB

Release : 2012-07

Category :

ISBN : 1460882334

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Daring Deception

Author : Brenda Hiatt

Publisher : Harlequin

Page : 203 pages

File Size : 17,30 MB

Release : 2011-10-17

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1459281225

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HE'D WON HER IN A GAME OF CARDS! Gavin Alexander, sixth Earl of Seabrooke, needed an heiress—fast! His newly acquired title came with a mountain of debts, and he was fast losing face with polite society. So when Thomas Chesterton offered his sister—and her fortune—to him in repayment of a gaming debt, Seabrooke thought his problems were over. Unfortunately, his betrothed, Miss Frederica Chesterton, was not one to go meekly to her fate. In desperation, Frederica infiltrated Lord Seabrooke's household, posing as an assistant housekeeper. While there, she unearthed two disturbing discoveries. Lord Seabrooke was guarding a secret. And Frederica was close to losing her heart in spite of it!



Empire of Deception

Author : Dean Jobb

Publisher : Algonquin Books

Page : 352 pages

File Size : 40,96 MB

Release : 2015-05-19

Category : History

ISBN : 1616204966

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“A rollicking tale that is one part The Sting, one part The Great Gatsby, and one part The Devil in the White City.” —Karen Abbott, author of Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy In a time of unregulated madness, nowhere was it madder than in Chicago at the dawn of the Roaring Twenties. It was the perfect place for a slick, smooth-talking, charismatic lawyer named Leo Koretz to entice hundreds of people to invest as much as $30 million--upwards of $400 million today--in phantom timberland and nonexistent oil wells in Panama. It was an ingenious deceit, one that out-Ponzied Charles Ponzi himself. In this rip-roaring tale of greed, financial corruption, dirty politics, over-the-top and under-the-radar deceit, illicit sex, and a brilliant and wildly charming con man on the town and then on the lam, Empire of Deception proves that the American dream of easy wealth is truly a timeless commodity. “Captivating . . . Dean Jobb tells the story of Leo Koretz, a legendary con artist of Madoffian audacity, with terrific energy and narrative brio.” —Gary Krist, author of Empire of Sin “A brilliantly researched tale of greed, ambition, and our desperate need to believe in magic, it’s history that captures America as it really was--and always will be. A great read.” —Douglas Perry, author of Eliot Ness “Reads like a Gatsby-Ponzi mashup . . . Kudos to Jobb for unearthing this overlooked story and bringing to life a charming, witty, naughty, iconic American crook.” —Neal Thompson, author of A Curious Man “The granddaddy of all con men, Leo Koretz gives Jobb the opportunity to exhibit his impressive research and storytelling skills . . . A highly readable, entertaining story.” —Kirkus Reviews



The Florentine Deception

Author : Carey Nachenberg

Publisher : Open Road Media

Page : 392 pages

File Size : 13,79 MB

Release : 2015-09-01

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1504027396

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In this action-packed techno-thriller, a routine computer cleanup sets off an electrifying quest for an enigmatic—and deadly—treasure. After selling his dorm-room startup for millions and effectively retiring at the age of twenty-five, Alex Fife is eager for a new challenge. When he agrees to clean up an old PC as a favor, he never expects to find the adventure of a lifetime waiting for him inside the machine. But as he rummages through old emails, Alex stumbles upon a startling discovery: The previous owner, a shady antiques smuggler, had been trying to unload a mysterious object known as the Florentine on the black market. And with the dealer’s untimely passing, the Florentine is now unaccounted for and ripe for the taking. Alex dives headfirst into a hunt for the priceless object. What starts out as a seemingly innocuous pursuit quickly devolves into a nightmare when Alex discovers the true technological nature of the Florentine. Not just a lost treasure, it’s something far more insidious: a weapon that could bring the developed world to its knees. Alex races through subterranean grottos, freezing morgues, and hidden cellars in the dark underbelly of Los Angeles, desperate to find the Florentine before it falls into the wrong hands. Because if nefarious forces find it first, there’ll be nothing Alex—or anyone else—can do to prevent a catastrophic attack. Leading security specialist Carey Nachenberg delivers expert technical details in this gripping, highly entertaining cyber thrill ride—perfect for fans of Neal Stephenson and William Gibson.



Deception Island

Author : Brynn Kelly

Publisher : HQN Books

Page : 241 pages

File Size : 36,76 MB

Release : 2016-05-31

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1459293886

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“Brynn Kelly pens a raw, dark, emotional novel of danger and intrigue that will keep readers turning the pages.” —Kat Martin, New York Times–bestselling author Rafe Angelito thought he was done with the demons from his past—until his son is kidnapped. Blackmailed into abducting an American heiress, the French Foreign Legionnaire soon finds himself trapped in paradise with a woman who’s nothing he expects . . . and everything he desires. But when he uncovers her own dark secret, Rafe realizes he’s made a critical mistake—one that could cost him everything. Playing body double for a spoiled socialite was supposed to be Holly Ryan’s ticket to freedom. But when she’s snatched off her yacht by a tall, dark and dangerous stranger, the not-quite-reformed con artist will make a desperate play to turn her captor from enemy to ally, by any means necessary. Yet as scorching days melt into sultry nights, Holly is drawn to the mysterious capitaine, with his unexpected sense of honor and his searing touch. When they’re double-crossed, they’ll have to risk trusting each other in ways they never imagined . . . because in this deadly game of deception, it’s their lives—and hearts—on the line. “Kidnappings and pirates and romance-oh my! Deception Island is a keeper.” —Cindy Gerard, New York Times–bestselling author “Intense and exciting . . . romantic suspense at its best!” —Carla Neggers, New York Times–bestselling author “Sexual tension, mystery, and danger crackle off every page!” —Laura Kaye, New York Times–bestselling author “A taut romantic thriller readers won’t want to put down.” —Library Journal (starred review)