Download or read book The Spy Beneath the Mistletoe written by Shana Galen and published by Shana Galen. This book was released on 2015-11-02 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When weapons designer Eliza Qwillen (Q) and clerk to the mysterious M, Pierce Moneypence, arrive in the English countryside, they’re unprepared for the dangers that await. The operatives are intent upon capturing the highwayman styling himself as the New Sherriff of Nottingham. Secret rendezvous, mistaken identities, and cat-and-mouse games challenge these fledgling agents, but rediscovering their passion for each other is the most rewarding mission of all.
Download or read book Spying Under the Mistletoe written by Stina Lindenblatt and published by Stina Lindenblatt. This book was released on 2020-09-24 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She’s a former mafia princess. He’s been hired to track down her family secret… After escaping my life as a Russian mafia princess, I’ve got everything I could possibly want—other than a family. So when the Christmas concert at the seniors’ residence where I volunteer is at risk of being canceled, I have a perfect solution. My kindergarten students can perform for them. Because who doesn’t love cute singing kids? Well, it would be cute if I knew what the heck I was doing. On top of that, one of my grandfather’s enemies has a different future in mind for me, which is putting a major damper on the festivities. Fortunately, Landon Reed, the sexy substitute teacher, might be the one person who can help me with both situations… **** My mission? Pretend to be a kindergarten teacher and become Chloe’s boyfriend so my team can track down her mafia cousin, the new crime boss who’s gone into hiding. Except, my time in the Navy SEALs didn’t prepare me enough for this. For one, the last thing Chloe wants is a boyfriend. And what the heck do I know about teaching kids and putting on Christmas concerts? But when her grandfather’s enemy attempts to kidnap her, the truth becomes a tangled mess—taking my heart along with it. Because if there’s one thing Chloe doesn’t want, it’s to fall down the rabbit hole of her past. And that’s exactly where we’re heading. Spying Under the Mistletoe is a standalone romance. All the books in the series can be read in any order.
Download or read book Murder Under The Mistletoe Ultimate Christmas Murder Mystery Collection written by Charles Dickens and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 9594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Murder Under The Mistletoe - Ultimate Christmas Murder Mystery Collection weaves a chilling tapestry of mystery and intrigue against the festive backdrop of the holiday season. This anthology amalgamates a dazzling array of literary styles, from the methodical deductions of the archetypal detective to the suspenseful ambiance of psychological thrillers. Reflecting the rich literary context of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, each story within this collection, helmed by iconic figures like Charles Dickens and Arthur Conan Doyle, thrives on the diverse interpretations of the yuletide spirit intermingled with dark and often profound narratives. The selected works stand as a testament to the versatility and depth of the murder mystery genre, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the human propensity for moral ambiguity under the veil of holiday cheer. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from various cultural and literary backgrounds, bring a wealth of experience and innovation to the anthology. Their collective works, embedded in historical, cultural, and literary movements ranging from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction to the intricate plot twists of Gothic mysteries, offer a panoramic view of changing societal norms and the unending quest for justice amidst chaos. Authors such as Agatha Christie and Edgar Allan Poe, among others, contributed foundational texts that have shaped the contours of crime and detective literature. This collection acts as a crucible, melding these diverse voices into a singularly gripping narrative on crime, set against the contrasting innocence of Christmas. Murder Under The Mistletoe is a compelling invitation to readers seeking to explore the shadows cast by the festive lights through the lens of master storytellers. For those fascinated by the interplay between societal festivity and the darker aspects of human nature, this anthology promises a journey through varied landscapes of suspense, framed by the universal theme of holiday gatherings. Beyond its entertainment value, the collection offers invaluable insights into the evolution of the murder mystery genre and encourages a dialogic engagement with the works of some of its greatest practitioners. It is an essential volume for readers desiring not just a tale of mystery and suspense but a richer understanding of the cultural and literary forces that shape these narratives.
Download or read book Under the Mistletoe written by Katherine Garbera and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2014-11-18 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A red-hot festive fling! Two weeks of no-strings naughtiness. That's all wealthy businessman Will Spalding wants for Christmas. That's all he ever wants from a relationship. He didn't expect to find it at the Lars Usten Lodge in snowy Utah, until the cute little blonde next door almost whacked him in the head with her cell phone. Hooking up with a handsome stranger is exactly what event planner Penny Devlin needs to put her obnoxious ex out of her mind forever. In fact, Will may just be the best Christmas present she's ever given herself! But as the holidays work their magic, Penny realizes Will has found a place in her heart, not just her bed. How can she carry on, knowing he's determined to walk away when their two weeks are up?
Download or read book A Wallflower Under the Mistletoe written by Dawn Brower and published by Monarchal Glenn Press. This book was released on 2022-11-03 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Miss Agatha Cartwright isn't certain she believes in love. Her father blamed her for her mother's death and treated her terribly. Her life changed upon his death and the Duke of Wharton became her guardian. Suddenly she has a family, and with that a plethora of opportunities. It aslo makes her question everything...including the possibility of love. Roarke James, the Marquess of Huntington doesn’t believe in love or happy-ever-after. He never expected to meet a woman that would challenge that belief. During a Christmastide house party, and with the magic of mistletoe, one wallflower makes him question everything, and perhaps consider love isn’t so far-fetched after all. From the moment Agatha met Roarke she became drawn to him, but she's not sure what she truly wants. The marquess or the freedom to make her own choices. One kiss between them brings everything crashing down and they both have to make the biggest decision of their lives. Love or the freedom they both think they want.
Download or read book Murder Under the Mistletoe written by Terri Reed and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2015 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AGENT UNDERCOVER DEA agent Tyler Griffin must stop a drug cartel that's using an Idaho Christmas tree farm to smuggle narcotics across the Canadian border. But to do his job, Tyler needs the cooperation of farm owner and widowed mother Heather Larson-Randall--whose informant brother died on Tyler's watch. Tyler knows a crucial piece of evidence is hidden somewhere on the property. But getting the protective mother to trust him is the hardest part of his mission. As threats against Heather mount, he vows to keep her and her child safe...and clear the farm of danger before Christmas. Northern Border Patrol: Keeping the US-Canadian border safe..
Download or read book Mischief Under the Mistletoe A Holiday Romance Boxed Set written by Stephanie Rowe and published by Authenticity Playground Press. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★★★★★ "Will make you believe in love, happiness and the magic of Christmas." Five-star Amazon Review A Christmas romance treat! For the first time ever, a three-book holiday romance bundle from New York Times bestselling author, Stephanie Rowe. Fun, sexy, and heartwarming, these three stories about the magic of Christmas are full of romance, laughter, and the deeply satisfying happily-ever-after that Christmas is all about. ★★★★★ "I absolutely loved this story! What a beautiful and classic romance story with a Christmas theme beautifully woven in." ~Amber S. (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Characters were full of depth, the heartwarming storyline had meaning, and it kept me wanting to turn the page. Great Christmas tale." Five-star Amazon Review A Real Cowboy for Christmas (A Wyoming Rebels Novel) Fall in love with a charming cowboy sheriff and the single mom he rescues on a Christmas hayride. Wrapped up in You (A Mystic Island Novel) Enjoy all the happy feels when a chance meeting on a snowy ferry ride in Maine ignites a romance that started with a moonlight kiss a decade ago. Jingle This! (Steamy Contemporary Romance) A steamy, sassy romance between a hot-as-heck boss and the irreverent, anti-romance copywriter hired to write stories about Christmas love and diamonds. ★★★★★ "Where do I even start with how much I enjoyed this book? It was funny and sexy and I couldn't stop reading it once I started!!!" ~Janet W. (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Sheriff Dane would definitely be my first choice as a Christmas gift with his charm, good looks, and protective nature for those he loves." ~Five-star Amazon Review ★★★★★ "I was so touched and drawn in. A fairy tale love story that left me happily smiling and shedding tears." ~Vickie R (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "This book is great! I cried happy tears all through the last two chapters and the epilogue." ~artist (Five-star Amazon Review) ★★★★★ "Super funny and super hot…I was either laughing or fanning myself throughout." ~Jenae111 (Five-star Amazon Review)
Download or read book Under The Mistletoe written by Mary Balogh and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003-10-28 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this beautifully written “Christmas gift to her readers” (Booklist), New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh draws on the warmth of the Christmas season to heal the wounds of the human heart in five holiday historical romance novellas of family, friends, lovers, and strangers.... In A Family Christmas, an estranged husband and wife make an unexpected connection—and an illuminating discovery—during the holiday season. The Star of Bethlehem is a lost diamond ring causing a riff in an already troubled marriage until a servant solves not one mystery but three surrounding its disappearance. The Best Gift can come at the most unexpected moments, especially for a lonesome teacher enlisted over the holidays to chaperon the niece of a notorious rake. Playing House finds an impoverished young woman longing to celebrate just one last, joyous Christmas before she and her orphaned siblings are separated forever. And in No Room at the Inn, a winter storm on Christmas Eve brings a young couple in from the cold, desperately in need of warmth and shelter for their unborn child.
Download or read book Nightingales Under the Mistletoe written by Donna Douglas and published by Random House. This book was released on 2015-11-05 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas 1941 and the nurses at the Nightingale are facing their toughest winter yet. With shortages everywhere, and every news bulletin announcing more defeats and losses, the British people are weary and demoralised and The Nightingale Hospital is suffering too. Millie is recently widowed and dealing with the demands of her family’s estate. It’s not long before her old world of The Nightingale begins to beckon, along with a long-lost love... Jess is struggling with her move from East London to the quiet of the countryside. Effie finds herself exiled to a quiet village, but the quiet doesn’t last for long as she soon finds excitement in the shape of a smooth-talking GI. As Christmas approaches, even the shelter of the countryside can’t protect the girls from heartache.
Download or read book Under the Mistletoe written by Katie Flynn and published by Random House. This book was released on 2020-08-20 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Curl up with this festive, uplifting and heartwarming romantic saga . . . ____________ 'A real page turner, the novel is packed full of romance, drama and a desire to find her family' Under the Christmas Tree ____________ Liverpool, 1940 When war comes to Britain, Jessica Wilson and her friend Ruby seize the opportunity to leave behind the orphanage they grew up in and start new lives in the NAAFI. With only forged papers as identification the girls expect to be turned away but are delighted with an offer of work. For the first time in their lives they experience real independence and it isn't long before they're spending their evenings enjoying the delights of Liverpool. When Jessica meets the handsome Tom, she feels as though her life is complete, but after a chance encounter with a friend, she soon learns that not everything is as it seems. As Jessica begins to uncover the truth, she unravels a web of lies, starting with the night of her birth, and she will need the support of her friends if she is to get her Christmas wish . . . ____________ **The final novel in the trilogy, OVER THE RAINBOW is available now**
Download or read book Spy Beneath the Mistletoe written by Christine Glover and published by C.R.U.SH.. This book was released on 2021-11-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covert agent Rich Knight uses his wealthy playboy status to get into every high society event he can for the benefit of his secret agency. He's determined to remain single, but after his mother suffers a heart attack she presses her only son to find love, get married and finally give her grandchildren. When he's convinced to attend his family's annual holiday celebration, he decides to bring a fake date to keep his mother off his back. And who better than his agency's efficient, reliable admin girl? She's completely immune to him, will get a fabulous shopping spree on his dime, and won't have to spend the holidays alone. Holly Martin loves Christmas. After all, she was born on that day and her parents made every year a celebration and a joy. But after both her parents pass away and her boyfriend breaks up with her just before the season, she's lonely. So when her secret crush asks her to be his fake date during his family's annual holiday celebration, she agrees. She might not look like his usual kind of woman, but she's going to pull out all the stops and show him she's not a mousy, plain Jane. She'll show him she's the right woman for him long after the holidays are over.
Download or read book All I Want for Christmas is Blue written by Shana Galen and published by Shana Galen. This book was released on 2014-12-10 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The thrilling follow-up to Shana Galen’s popular Lord and Lady Spy novella The Spy Wore Blue! This Christmas, retired spy Blue and his wife, Helena, have more to worry about than a holiday ball with his frosty parents. Months ago Blue promised Helena to put her first in his life and retire from spying. But when operatives from his past suddenly reappear, Blue will have to choose between the love of his life and the mission that could prove too enticing to refuse.
Download or read book A Royal Christmas written by Shana Galen and published by Shana Galen. This book was released on 2016-11-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two hot heroes to keep you warm on the long winter nights. WAITING FOR A DUKE LIKE YOU There’s no such thing as the perfect hero… Nathan Cauley, Duke of Wyndover, is so handsome ladies swoon—but Nathan doesn’t want a fawning miss for his duchess. Then he stumbles upon a filthy young woman sleeping under a bridge, and his protective instincts are raised. When he recognizes her as the woman he loved years before, he’s determined to win back her heart. Or is there? Princess Vivienne is the last of the royal family of Glynaven. Vivienne is all alone and on the run when the Duke of Wyndover comes to her rescue. Vivienne barely remembers meeting him years before, and wonders if he is any more than a pretty face. But when the assassins return, Nathan might just prove to be the man Vivienne’s been waiting for. A PRINCE IN HER STOCKING When it’s cold outside… Prince Lucien of Glynaven spends the cold winter days in a small bookshop, searching for a book that's the key to saving his life. When Lady Cassandra Ashbrooke comes in to shop, her lovely face is almost enough to make him give up his search. But when assassins track him, he must end the budding romance and abandon his last chance at ever reclaiming his identity. A prince is just the man to make Christmas a little more cozy. When the widowed Lady Cassandra catches a glimpse of an attractive man in her favorite bookshop, she decides to meet him, hoping to add a small spark of excitement into her dull life. Soon the prince’s kisses are more passionate than Cass can imagine. But with danger closing in on all sides, is it too late for a holiday miracle? **These novellas were previously published in the anthologies Dancing in the Duke's Arms and Christmas in Duke Street.**
Download or read book Last Virgin in California Marine Under the Mistletoe written by Maureen Child and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2010-11-01 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two romantic stories from USA TODAY bestselling author Maureen Child to warm your holiday season! Last Virgin in California For years, Lilah Forest had dodged her matchmaking colonel father's "bachelor bullets." But that didn't stop him from steamrolling Sergeant Kevin Rogan into playing Lilah's personal escort. She'd never marry military—not even sexy soldier Rogan. But at the drill instructor's touch, Lilah found herself unable to resist his masterful seduction. Still, she knew what she wanted in a man—and gruff and solitary wasn't it. So why, after just one more night of loving, did Lilah want to give this marine his marching orders…to meet her at the altar? Marine Under the Mistletoe Sweet and sassy Marie Santini learned long ago that the men around Camp Pendleton just didn't see the local tomboy as date material—even if there was a passionate heart beating beneath her cute coveralls. So why was devastatingly handsome marine First Sergeant Davis Garvey acting so interested? For Davis, there was no mystery—one look from the lithe, lovely and oh-so-sexy Marie Santini and his rugged body was jump-started well beyond high gear. But did the rootless marine dare take into his arms a woman whose eyes said commitment only?
Download or read book Under the Mistletoe written by Grace Harper and published by Grace Harper. This book was released on 2020-12-15 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gabriel Kendrick is back in town for his best friend’s wedding. Jolene Awbrey is trying her best to be angry. That he left over a decade ago, that he broke her heart, and find a way to tell him she married someone else as revenge. Every fibre of her body is telling her his return is a good thing, her lady bits are having a party to end all parties. Jolene’s brain is not convinced. Having a fling with her first love isn’t a great idea, especially as he’s leaving again straight after the wedding. How will Jolene's heart cope? How will Gabriel react when he discovers she got married?
Download or read book Twelfth Night Secrets written by Jane Feather and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-10-23 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When her older brother Nick, a British spy, is killed, Lady Harriet Devere is given a new mission by the Ministry of War--to spend Christmas determining if Julius Forsythe, Earl of Marbury, is a double agent for the French.
