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The missus / by James, E. L.,author.;
"Maxim Trevelyan, reluctant Earl of Trevethick, has pursued the woman he loves to the wilds of Albania. Having fought for and won her, he now has to wed her, at the sharp end of a shotgun. But can a reformed rake like Maxim ever make a good husband, or will his own notorious reputation and the scandalous secrets of his aristocratic family destroy his newfound happiness? Alessia Demachi has defied and outwitted kidnappers and traffickers, and won the heart of the man she loves, but can she make this marriage work? Confronted by Maxim's lurid past, his forbidding family, and the looks and whispers of London's elite, will she ever be seen as Maxim's countess--or will she always be his former cleaner?"--Back cover.Mature audience.
Subjects: Erotic fiction.; Chick lit.; Novels.; Aristocracy (Social class); Man-woman relationships; Nobility;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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The secret of snow / by Shipman, Viola,author.; Shipman, Viola.Christmas in Tinsel Tree Village.;
"When Sonny Dunes, a SoCal meteorologist whose job is all sunshine and seventy-two-degree days, is replaced by a virtual meteorologist that will never age, gain weight or renegotiate its contract, the only station willing to give the fifty-year-old another shot is the very place Sonny's been avoiding since the day she left for college, her northern Michigan hometown ... To distract herself from the memories she's spent her life trying to outrun, Sonny throws herself headfirst into covering every small-town winter event to woo a new audience, made more bearable by a handsome widower with optimism to spare"--
Subjects: Chick lit.; Man-woman relationships; Meteorologists; Middle-aged women; Widowers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Candle Island / by Wolk, Lauren,1956-;
"Lucretia Sanderson has a secret. Lucretia and her mother have come to tiny Candle Island, Maine (Population: Summer, 986; Winter, 315) to escape--escape memories of the car accident that killed her father and escape the journalists that hound her mother, a famous and reclusive artist. The rocky coast and ocean breeze are a welcome respite for Lucretia, who dedicates her summer days to painting, exploring the island, and caring for an orphaned osprey chick. But Candle Island has secrets of its own--a hidden room in her new house, a mysterious boy with a beautiful voice--and just like the strong tides that surround the shores, they will catch Lucretia in their wake. With an unforgettable New England setting and a complex web of relationships old and new, Candle Island is a powerful story about art, loss, and the power of being true to your own voice"--
Subjects: Islands; Women artists; Art; Grief;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The secret path / by Swan, Karen(Writer),author.;
"At just twenty years old, Tara Tremain has everything: a trainee doctor, engaged to the man of her dreams - a passionate American biology student called Alex Carter. But just when life seems perfect, Alex betrays her in the worst way possible. Ten years later, she's moved on, with a successful career, good friends and a man who loves her. But when she's pulled back into her wealthy family's orbit for an unmissable party in the heart of Costa Rica, she finds herself flung into crisis: a child is desperately ill and the only remedy is several days' trek into the heart of the jungle. There's only one person who can help, but it's the man who shattered her heart a decade before. And how can she trust him, of all people?"--Back cover.
Subjects: Chick lit.; Domestic fiction.; Women physicians; Rich people; Families;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Cook once, eat twice : time-saving recipes to help you get ahead in the kitchen / by Hussain, Nadiya,author.; Terry, Chris(Photographer),photographer.;
Pressed for time to cook in a busy week? Cook Once, Eat Twice is all about delicious convenience, showing how to get ahead in the kitchen by cooking more efficiently and economically. Nadiya shares a host of creative timesavers, including trusty batch-cooking and meal-prepping ideas, clever ways to spin leftovers into new meals, simple baked treats that are easy to store and eat later, and even recipes to use up your scraps. With recipes such as: Chick Pea and Chicken Tray Bake, Sticky Honey Mustard Toad in the Hole Burgers, Cheese and Lamb Samosas, Courgette Spaghetti, Cheats Biria Tacos, Paneer Karahi, Lemon Sherbet Loaf, Nadiya shows how easy it is to stretch your meals, reduce your waste and make life simpler, so you always have satisfying food at your fingertips.
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Cooking (Leftovers); Make-ahead cooking.; Quick and easy cooking.;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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One perfect summer / by Novak, Brenda,author.;
"When Serenity Alston swabbed her cheek for 23andMe, she joked about uncovering some dark ancestral scandal. The last thing she expected was to discover two half sisters she didn't know existed. Suddenly, everything about her loving family is drawn into question. And meeting these newfound sisters might be the only way to get answers. The women decide to dig into the mystery together at Serenity's family cabin in Lake Tahoe. With Reagan navigating romantic politics at work and Lorelei staring down the collapse of her marriage, all three women are converging at a crossroads in their lives. Before the summer is over, they'll have to confront the past and determine how to move forward when everything they previously thought to be true was a lie. But any future is easier to face with family by your side."--
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Chick lit.; Sisters; Family secrets;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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It started with a secret / by Mansell, Jill,author.;
"Their happy-ever-after is within reach ... but only if they're willing to tell the truth. Lainey and Kit arrive at their new jobs in blissful, summery Cornwall only to find themselves in the midst of a lovable but chaotic family - where every member is having an identity crisis at the same time. Widowed mom Majella has done her best for years, but can't quite grasp why things are falling apart. It's what she doesn't know that's causing the chaos, because everyone is keeping secrets. In classic Jill Mansell style, our heroine and her friends are drawn through a hilarious multi-generational soap opera in which, by the end, happily-ever-afters are available to anyone willing to tell the truth about their heart's desire"--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Domestic fiction.; Chick lit.; Secrecy; Man-woman relationships;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Beach vibes / by Mallery, Susan,author.;
What would you do if you caught your brother cheating on your best friend? While Beth is proud of her Malibu beach shop, Surf Sandwiches, she's even prouder of her charismatic brother Rick, who rose from foster care through surgical residency. She makes subs, he saves lives. Life takes a turn for the happy after she finds out Rick is dating her new best friend, Jana. Then Jana's handsome brother adds even more sparkle to Beth's days ... and nights. But when she catches Rick with another woman--like, with-with--her visions of an idyllic family future disappear in one awful instant. Either she betrays her brother, or she keeps his secret and risks losing the man she loves and her best friend.
Subjects: Chick lit.; Psychological fiction.; Recipes.; Novels.; Adultery; Female friendship; Friendship; Man-woman relationships; Secrecy; Siblings; Women;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 4
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The endless beach / by Colgan, Jenny,author.;
When Flora MacKenzie traded her glum career in London for the remote Scottish island of Mure, she never dreamed that Joel--her difficult, adorable boss--would follow. Yet now, not only has Flora been reunited with her family and opened a charming café by the sea, but she and Joel are taking their first faltering steps into romance. With Joel away on business in New York, Flora is preparing for the next stage in her life. And that would be? Love? She's feeling it. Security? In Joel's arms, sure. Marriage? Not open to discussion. In the meanwhile, Flora is finding pleasure in a magnificent sight: whales breaking waves off the beaches of Mure. But it also signals something less joyful. According to local superstition, it's an omen--and a warning that Flora's future could be as fleeting as the sea-spray.
Subjects: Chick lit.; Domestic fiction.; Coffeehouses; Man-woman relationships;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The perfect couple : a novel / by Hilderbrand, Elin,author.;
It's Nantucket wedding season, also known as summer--the sight of a bride racing down Main Street is as common as the sun setting at Madaket Beach. The Otis-Winbury wedding promises to be an event to remember: the groom's wealthy parents have spared no expense to host a lavish ceremony at their oceanfront estate. But it's going to be memorable for all the wrong reasons after tragedy strikes: a body is discovered in Nantucket Harbor just hours before the ceremony--and everyone in the wedding party is suddenly a suspect. As Chief of Police Ed Kapenash interviews the bride, the groom, the groom's famous mystery-novelist mother, and even a member of his own family, he discovers that every wedding is a minefield--and no couple is perfect. Featuring beloved characters from The Castaways, Beautiful Day, and A Summer Affair.
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Chick lit.; Weddings; Murder;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 4
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