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Arlyne Brickman dated the wiseguys but she was wiser than them all…SOON BE A MAJOR FILMBorn in 1934, the daughter of a Jewish mobster, Arlyne Brickman (then Weiss) grew up on Manhattan’s Lower East Side. She idolised gangster’s moll Virginia Hill and apsired to the same glamorous life.Addicted to the rush of danger and lawlessness, Brickman became involved with a succession of wiseguys, including Joe Colombo and Bonanna hitman Tony Mirra. But when a crew of loan sharks threatened her daughter, she turned informant.Wearing a wire for the FBI, she emerged as a key witness in the case against the Colombo crime family and ultimately brought down one of its top lieutenants, Anthony Scarpati.Mob Girl, by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Teresa Carpenter, is a gripping insider account of a woman’s life in the New York underworld that reveals how you get out when you’re in too deep.

Office temptation Sofia Bingham needs a job, and working for her childhood friend and tycoon, Eric Jenner is the perfect solution. But Eric is grown up now and tempting as hell! When attraction turns into an unforgettable night of passion, Sofia wants to go back to business. but Eric is determined to convince her he’s playing for keeps…•If it isn't bad enough that Savannah Jones has succumbed to the old cliché of falling for her confirmed bachelor boss, Rick Sullivan, now she's expecting his baby! But trying to resign is proving difficult as Rick won't let her go, for reasons he doesn't fully understand…•Sleeping with her boss, Nick Bateman, wasn't the smartest thing Zoë had ever done and is determined it won’t happen again. But for Nick his assistant's passion astounded him, and now he knows one night with Zoë would never be enough. Then his secretary revealed a little secret….

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five stars – Amazon reviewer Dark and dangerously attractive His Unforgettable Fiancée by Teresa Carpenter Sheriff Grace Delaney’s last case is a handsome stranger suffering from amnesia. She agrees to help him uncover his memory, but when his identity is revealed as multimillionaire playboy Jackson Hawke, Grace must swap the safety of her small town for the bright lights of Las Vegas and pretend she’s his latest conquest!Grace soon finds herself falling—not for the millionaire, but for the man she’s come to know. But when Jackson’s memory returns, will he forget her…or make her dreams a reality? Billionaire's Jet Set Babies by Catherine Mann While cleaning a jet for entrepreneur Seth Jansen, Alexa Randall finds his one-year-old twins! Seth needs a temporary nanny; Alexa needs time for a one-on-one business pitch. So she says yes to an intimate stay on a lush Florida island—and yes to the man whose passion makes her question the choices she’s made.Living in luxury brings back memories of the world she left behind. The babies remind her of the family she once wanted. And the nights with Seth are…incomparable. Could this billionaire be the man of her dreams? The Pregnancy Affair by Elizabeth Bevarly Renny Twigg’s job is simple: locate a mobster’s long-lost grandson—not end up in witness protection with him! But after informing self-made billionaire Tate Hawthorne of his unknown family ties, that’s exactly what happens. It’s clear the sable-haired heartthrob doesn’t want to be the next Iron Don. Still, he’s more than game to be her temporary lover. But when baby makes three… He’s having enough trouble keeping famiglia out of his life. What’s he supposed to do with a family?

The Billionaire Bosses Collection from Mills & Boon Including the titles:Billionaire Boss: The Billion Dollar DealBillionaire Boss: Her Unforgettable BillionaireBillionaire Boss: Hot. Single. BillionaireBillionaire Boss: Falling for the BillionaireBillionaire Bosses: Her Bachelor BillionaireBillionaire Boss: Her Brooding Billionaire

The Surprise Families and Billionaire Bosses Collection by Mills & Boon Including the titles:A Surprise Family: Against the OddsA Surprise Family: Proving their LoveA Surprise Family: Their Perfect SurpriseA Surprise Family: Written in the StarsA Surprise Family: The Perfect FamilyA Surprise Family: Baby Makes ThreeBillionaire Boss: The Billion Dollar DealBillionaire Boss: Her Unforgettable BillionaireBillionaire Boss: Hot. Single. BillionaireBillionaire Boss: Falling for the BillionaireBillionaire Bosses: Her Bachelor BillionaireBillionaire Boss: Her Brooding Billionaire

Tying the knot When preparations reach crisis point, royal wedding planner Lindsay Reeves is forced to call on the infuriating playboy best man for his help. But Zach Sullivan's good looks, charm and cynicism about marriage soon become more of a distraction! In the business of happy-ever-afters, jaded Zach might just be Lindsay's toughest client yet…•Wedding consultant Renee Hart is finally ready to take the plunge… as the creator of an innovative bridal magazine. But she soon discovers that her former lover Carter Hampshire is now also her greatest rival in the publishing world. All Carter wants is a second chance. But when accusations of industrial espionage start flying, could Carter lose Renee again, and this time forever?•Rachel Morris doesn't see many sexy strangers passing through her tiny Southern town. Falling for hunky firefighter Colton Barlow sure wasn't part of her life-on-hold plan. Colton is here to meet his long-lost brothers – he’s not here to stay! But if he isn’t careful this welcoming town—and one winsome wedding planner—might just steal his heart…

The Ever After Collection from Mills and Boon Including the titles:Dreaming Ever AfterImagining Ever AfterPassionately Ever AfterEnchanted Ever AfterRoyally Ever AfterHappily Ever After

An enchanting double collection of romances from Mills and Boon Including the collectionsEver After and Summer of LoveTitles Include:Dreaming Ever AfterImagining Ever AfterPassionately Ever AfterEnchanted Ever AfterRoyally Ever AfterHappily Ever AfterSummer of Love: Second Chance at SunsetSummer of Love: Once Upon a WeddingSummer of Love: Taking a Chance on ForeverSummer of Love: Summer NightsSummer of Love: Finding ParadiseSummer of Love: Forever You

Together for the twinsMontana Twins by Charlotte Maclay Sheriff Eric Oakes didn't know the first thing about babies, and now he had to prove himself worthy of raising his twin nieces. Laura Cavendish had to make sure he'd be a suitable dad, and that meant finding this bachelor a wife. Her love for the little girls was so great that she agreed to take on the role. Would Eric and Laura learn that sometimes love comes after marriage?Baby Twins: Parents Needed by Teresa Carpenter Rachel Adams's independent life is turned upside down when she's named guardian to two orphaned twins, but in no time they steal her heart. When gorgeous co-guardian Ford Sullivan turns up, he starts to take charge. Rachel realizes it's best for the babies if she and Ford work together. But being this close to Ford makes Rachel wonder whether stand-in mom and dad could become forever bride and groom… Previously published as Montana Twins and Baby Twins: Parents Needed

Originally published in 1989, this true crime thriller brilliantly reconstructs one of the most extensive murder investigations in recent years the disappearance of Robin Benedict, a beautiful commercial artist and moonlighting prostitute, and her relationship with the suspect, the eminent Dr. William Douglas.

Dare to dream… these sparkling romances will make you laugh, cry and fall in love – again and again! The Boss’s Surprise Son For tough tycoon Rick, settling down’s certainly not on the agenda! Chatty assistant Savannah seems doomed to clash with him, but over long working days she grows close to her dour but dishy boss. Rick’s starting to suspect Savannah’s the most precious jewel in the company. Then an unexpected baby bump throws everything off course! Doctoring the Single Dad When she spied Lucas on her ward, Nikki was only too happy to take charge of his irresistible seven-month-old daughter. But it was the sexy widower who seemed more in need of Nikki’s special brand of healing magic…and made her wonder whether she was in need of some romantic therapy herself.

Unwrapping the Playboy As rakishly handsome as he was successful, lawyer Kullen was a “love ’em and leave ’em” kind of guy. Until Lilli McCall, his long-lost love, suddenly appeared in his office – and turned his carefully crafted world upside down with the ultimate Christmas surprise! The Playboy’s Gift Skye is shocked to learn her late brother and sister-in-law have left their little daughter in the care of Rett – her brother’s best friend…and Skye’s first love. The only way to protect her heart is to help the novice daddy and baby bond, then make a graceful exit. But the sight of Rett’s strong arms cradling the baby makes Skye weak at the knees…

Sheriff left holding the baby! Wanted: level-headed nanny to look after tiny baby. Must be smart, efficient, ordered. Experience of working with stubborn sheriff single dads an asset! Found! Fun-loving, sweet, pretty ex-nursery teacher Nikki Rhodes. Excellent with babies (so good she’d make the perfect mother! ).Hired? Not likely! Sheriff Trace Oliver is a man of order and military precision – parenting is no different from policing! Is it…?

CATTLE BARON NEEDS A BRIDEMargaret Way In the battle for the attention of eligible cattle baron Garrick, there can be only one winner. Zara Rylance was Garrick’s friend, his lover – but that was five years ago, before she flew to the city and out of his life. Now she’s back, and Garrick won’t let her run again! SPARKS FLY WITH MR MAYOR Teresa Carpenter When the town’s women nominate Dani to be mayor, the busy single mum’s first response is no. Then she meets her sexy, arrogant opponent Cole. He knows how to press her buttons, and Dani finds herself saying yes…to the challenge, that is!

The Boss’s Double Trouble Twins The last person Mitch Carver expects to walk into his office is Darcy – she haunted his sleep for months. Darcy Connors can’t believe it either; now she must tell her new boss that their weekend in Paris has turned into a lifetime commitment…and it’s twins! Twins for a Christmas Bride Dr Sara Walker would do anything for her twin sister, including carrying a baby for her, even though the father-to-be, Dr Daniel Lomax, is the only man Sara has ever loved. . . But tragedy changes everything. Can Christmas and the birth of the twins pull Dan and Sara together…? Baby Twins: Parents Needed Rachel Adams’s independent life is turned upside down when she’s named guardian to two orphaned twins! It’s hard to suddenly be a mum to two demanding babies, but in no time they steal her heart! Then gorgeous co-guardian Ford Sullivan turns up, and tries to take charge…

From military man to full time father! Brock Sullivan is a navy SEAL–he lives by his own code of honor and he won't see Jesse, pregnant and alone, struggle. He doesn't have to help her, but he knows he can offer her security while he's away fighting for his country. The proposal is convenient and the marriage–paper only!Jesse would do anything for her baby, even if it means signing away her own dreams of happily ever after and becoming Brock's convenient bride. But, injured in battle, Brock is suddenly home, and what was a simple marriage of convenience is now becoming a whole lot more complicated.

Michelle wants to sell her late father's house. But sexy tenant sheriff Nate won't leave! Then Nate's adorable baby cousin is left on his doorstep. Nate and Michelle might never have known what family is, but they're about to become one, whether they like it or not!

On September 3, 1901, Miss Ellen Stone, an American missionary, set out on horseback for a trek across the mountainous hinterlands of Balkan Macedonia. In a narrow gorge she was attacked by a band of masked men who carried her off the road and, more significantly, onto the path of history. Stone would become the first American captured for ransom on foreign soil. In The Miss Stone Affair, master storyteller and Pulitzer Prize winner Teresa Carpenter re-creates the drama of this country's first modern hostage crisis -- an event that held the world's attention and dominated the headlines in American and European dailies for months. Using a wealth of contemporary correspondence and diplomatic cables, she constructs a narrative that is suspenseful, harrowing, and at times even comical. On a journey that takes the reader from Boston's Beacon Hill to Constantinople and the bloody revolution-wracked nation-states of the Balkans, Carpenter introduces an unforgettable cast of characters: the strong-willed Miss Stone and her Bulgarian companion, Katerina Tsilka, who is brought along by the kidnappers -- in deference to Victorian convention -- as a chaperone; the terrorists who threaten to murder their hostages and yet are awed when Tsilka gives birth to a baby girl; the diplomat who sees the Stone case as a vehicle for his personal ambition; rival negotiators whom the terrorists pit one against the other; a media mogul obsessed with finding the hostages and securing their literary rights; and, of course, the new president, Theodore Roosevelt, who must decide if he should, as many of his countrymen are demanding, send warships to the Near East or if some quieter form of intervention might win the day. Teresa Carpenter has produced a turn-of-the-century international thriller with precision, drama, and historical perspective. This is a story for our time.

THERE WAS A MIX-UP AT THE SPERM BANK….And now Lisa Langdon was expecting millionaire Jared Steele''s baby. The dashing executive was determined to be an exceptional father, and Lisa couldn''t deny her unborn baby his love. However, she never anticipated the needs she''d feel for the devoted daddy-to-be. Lisa kept telling herself that her reasons for wanting to know this man had to do only with the baby—and not with how charming she found him.Jared was handsome, intelligent—everything she desired in a man. But the once-burned bachelor didn''t believe in romance. Now it was up to Lisa to show him she was more than the mother of his child—she was a desirable woman in need of love….

When royal duty calls… Charged with the care of the newly orphaned heir to the Kardana throne, nanny Katrina Vicente finds herself faced with an even more formidable task—working alongside the boy''s uncle, the devastatingly handsome Prince Julian, the prince regent. Desperate to keep the secrets of her past under lock and key, getting involved with a prince is the last thing Katrina needs, particularly with the world watching. But it''s hard to ignore their instant chemistry—especially after one stolen kiss! Could her royal assignment be about to transform into the most magical of fairy tales?

SURPRISE! YOU''RE A DAD!High school principal Alex Sullivan considered the new school nurse strictly offlimits. But when the leggy blonde turned up on his doorstep with a chubby-cheeked baby—claiming Alex was the dad—he knew his bachelorhood was in big trouble!When her sister died, Samantha Dell had cared for her darling nephew as if he were her own. And though little Gabe needed his father, she''d never imagined Alex would want to be a full-time parent—or her husband! But she wanted more from this sexy dad than a face-saving, hollow promise.… Samantha vowed she would settle for nothing less than his heart.

Her million-dollar mystery man… Sheriff Grace Delaney''s last case is a handsome stranger suffering from amnesia. She agrees to help him uncover his memory, but when his identity is revealed as multimillionaire playboy Jackson Hawke, Grace must swap the safety of her small town for the bright lights of Las Vegas and pretend she''s his latest conquest! Grace soon finds herself falling, not for the millionaire, but the man she''s come to know. But when Jackson''s memory returns, will he forget her…or make her dreams a reality?

Sworn to serve the royal family of Pasadonia, dedicated soldier Xavier LeDuc has never had any trouble putting duty before desire – until he meets sweet and seductive beauty Amanda Carn. She’s also all too familiar looking; could she be the King of Pasadonia’s long-lost daughter? If she’s proved to be royalty Xavier must keep his distance, but for now his duty is to keep Amanda safe and where could be safer than in his own arms?

Charged with the care of the orphaned heir to the throne, nanny Katrina Vicente finds herself faced with an even more formidable task - working alongside the devastatingly handsome Prince Julian. Getting involved with the Prince Regent is the last thing she needs, but, after one stolen kiss, ignoring their chemistry isn't an option!

Owner of Obsidian Studios, Garrett Black might be scarred both inside and out but, with the Hollywood Hills Film Festival fast approaching, there's no time for distractions. Especially not those as tempting as event co-ordinator Tori Randall...Why then can't he stay away?

San Diego hockey team's PR director Elle Austin goes beyond the call of duty to keep their rebel captain in check–even playing nanny to his son!Max Beasley knows nothing about looking after a baby, so he enlists Elle's help after little Troy is left on his doorstep by his irresponsible ex.Maybe it's the spirit of Christmas, or seeing Max's softer side, but Elle wishes he saw her as more than just an employee, and that they could give Troy the best gift of all–a family!

Her big secret in the Big Apple! Event co-ordinator Lauren Randall always has a plan. And falling pregnant after a fling with infamous Ray Donovan is not part of it! Creative and commanding, Ray might be an award-winning movie director, but he’s definitely not up for Dad-of-the-Year.Posing as Ray’s date gives Lauren a chance to reveal her secret. There’s just one glitch: his ailing grandmother announces their engagement. With everyone assuming she’s his fiancée, it’s hard to keep a distance – and even harder to pretend she’s not falling for her baby’s father…!