Download or read book The Allure of Attraction written by Julia Kelly and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-06-25 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The lyrical and enchanting Matchmaker of Edinburgh series returns with this third novel following a Scottish matchmaker who uses her uncanny ability to craft perfect matches—no matter what the couple may initially believe. Lavinia Parkem, the most talented dressmaker in Edinburgh, has never forgotten her first love: Captain Andrew Colter. They were meant to be married years earlier but when Andrew’s ship was wrecked in the Caribbean her parents forced her to marry another. Andrew may have survived a shipwreck to find fame and fortune at sea, but he never fully healed after Lavinia’s abandonment. Instead, he dedicated himself to the navy—and secret missions for the foreign office. Nearing retirement and back on British soil, he’s given a new assignment—infiltrate the home of a wealthy banker who’s suspected of being behind a plan to assassinate the Prince of Wales. But to do that, Andrew must recruit and turn the woman the banker once wooed: Lavinia Parkem. Unable to shirk his duties, Andrew begrudgingly uses the influence of successful matchmaker of Edinburgh to convince the now-widowed Lavinia to help him take down his mark. She relents, telling herself that Andrew’s no longer the warm, loving young man she once knew. But the more time she spends with him, the harder it is to pretend there’s no longer any attraction there. And it’s tormenting Andrew that he must ask her to put herself in more and more danger and now, he must decide whether his duty to queen and country is worth risking the life of the woman he never stopped loving.

Download or read book The Allure of Things Process and Object in Contemporary Philosophy written by Roland Faber and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2014-05-22 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Allure of Things: Process and Object in Contemporary Philosophy contests the view that metaphysics is something to be overcome. By focusing on process and object oriented ontology (OOO) and rejecting the privileging of human existence over the existence of non-human objects, this collection explores philosophy's concern with things themselves. Interest in Latour, Stengers, Whitehead, Harman and Meillassoux has prompted a resurgence of ontological questions outside the traditional subject-object framework of modern critical thought. This new collection consequently proposes a pragmatic and pluralist approach to 'modes of existence'. Drawing together an international range of leading scholars, The Allure of Things fully covers the similarities between OOO and process philosophy, and is an essential addition to the literature on metaphysics.

Download or read book Allure of the Vampire written by Corvis Nocturnum and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2009 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mere mention of vampires used to be enough to make people think of a nocturnal predator. But over the centuries the vampire has changed from monstrous villain to sexual object, for both men and women alike. Allure of the Vampire examines our intimate attraction to these beings in a detailed manner. Now, join occult author Corvis Nocturnum as he reveals the fascinating evolution of this icon as it has lured and enticed us in folklore, film and books from the days of ancient civilization to the living breathing inhabitants of our modern subculture, the vampire community.

Download or read book Perfect Chemistry written by Simone Elkeles and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-11-10 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the New York Times bestselling author Simone Elkeles comes an epic love story like no other . . . First in the gripping PERFECT CHEMISTRY series, this is the next addictive read for fans of Anna Todd's AFTER series, and Caroline Kepnes's YOU. When Brittany Ellis walks into chemistry class on the first day of senior year, she has no clue that her carefully created 'perfect' life is about to unravel before her eyes. Forced to be lab partners with Alex Fuentes, a gang member from the other side of town, Brittany finds herself having to protect everything she's worked so hard for – her flawless reputation, her relationship with her boyfriend and, most importantly, the secret that her home life is anything but perfect. Alex is a bad boy and he knows it. So when he makes a bet with his friends to lure Brittany into his life, he thinks nothing of it. But the closer Alex and Brittany get to each other the more they realise that sometimes appearances can be deceptive and that you have to look beneath the surface to discover the truth. 'Compelling and addictive… I've still got that "wow" feeling you get after reading a great book' Wondrousreads.com 'Perfect Chemistry is a novel to obsess about. It is a book that you should drop everything for...the most romantic love story that I have ever read.' Thebookette.com 'Captures that rush of feelings associated with first love' Thebookbag.com 'Elkeles pens plenty of tasteful, hot scenes…that keep the pages turning. The author definitely knows how to write romance.' Kirkus Review

Download or read book The Allure of the Archives written by Arlette Farge and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2013-09-24 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVArlette Farge’s Le Goût de l’archive is widely regarded as a historiographical classic. While combing through two-hundred-year-old judicial records from the Archives of the Bastille, historian Farge was struck by the extraordinarily intimate portrayal they provided of the lives of the poor in pre-Revolutionary France, especially women. She was seduced by the sensuality of old manuscripts and by the revelatory power of voices otherwise lost. In The Allure of the Archives, she conveys the exhilaration of uncovering hidden secrets and the thrill of venturing into new dimensions of the past. Originally published in 1989, Farge’s classic work communicates the tactile, interpretive, and emotional experience of archival research while sharing astonishing details about life under the Old Regime in France. At once a practical guide to research methodology and an elegant literary reflection on the challenges of writing history, this uniquely rich volume demonstrates how surrendering to the archive’s allure can forever change how we understand the past./div

Download or read book White Fur written by Jardine Libaire and published by Hogarth. This book was released on 2017-05-30 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning star-crossed love story set against the glitz and grit of 1980s New York City When Elise Perez meets Jamey Hyde on a desolate winter afternoon, fate implodes, and neither of their lives will ever be the same. Although they are next-door neighbors in New Haven, they come from different worlds. Elise grew up in a housing project without a father and didn’t graduate from high school; Jamey is a junior at Yale, heir to a private investment bank fortune and beholden to high family expectations. Nevertheless, the attraction is instant, and what starts out as sexual obsession turns into something greater, stranger, and impossible to ignore. The couple moves to Manhattan in search of a new life, and White Fur follows them as they wander through Newport mansions and East Village dives, WASP-establishment yacht clubs and the grimy streets below Canal Street, fighting the forces determined to keep them apart. White Fur combines the electricity of Less Than Zero with the timeless intensity of Romeo and Juliet in this searing, gorgeously written novel that perfectly captures the ferocity of young love.

Download or read book The Allure of Dean Harper written by R. S. Grey and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-09-28 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From: [email protected] To: [email protected] Subject: You're a flippin' idiot Good morning my dear, naive friend, I hope you're enjoying a breakfast of regret and sorrow. Why? Because you sent me to work for Dean Harper, aka a control freak in a tailor-made suit. Sure he owns the trendiest restaurants in NYC, but c'mon Jo, his ego makes Kanye West look like the Dalai Lama. He's the type of guy that only hears the word "no" when it's followed by "don't stop." Working for Dean Harper would be like selling my soul to the devil...and before you say anything, I don't care if the devil has punch-you-in-the-gut brown eyes and an ass to match. My soul isn't for sale. Love, Regretfully yours, Lily The Allure of Dean Harper is a full-length standalone romance with overlapping characters from The Allure of Julian Lefray. Both books can be read separately. Chronologically, The Allure of Julian Lefray happens first. **This book is rated 18+ for explicit sexual situations and language. Reader discretion is advised.**

Download or read book The Allure of Sports in Western Culture written by John Zilcosky and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 2019-11-08 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sports are the most popular spectator events in the history of the world. This volume demonstrates how sports shape societies and individuals. The essays offer critical new insights and historical case studies from historians, theorists, literature scholars, and athletes.

Download or read book The Allure of Lord Devlin written by Bronwen Evans and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-12 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Black Towns Black Futures written by Karla Slocum and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2019-09-17 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some know Oklahoma's Black towns as historic communities that thrived during the Jim Crow era—this is only part of the story. In this book, Karla Slocum shows that the appeal of these towns is more than their past. Drawing on interviews and observations of town life spanning several years, Slocum reveals that people from diverse backgrounds are still attracted to the communities because of the towns' remarkable history as well as their racial identity and rurality. But that attraction cuts both ways. Tourists visit to see living examples of Black success in America, while informal predatory lenders flock to exploit the rural Black economies. In Black towns, there are developers, return migrants, rodeo spectators, and gentrifiers, too. Giving us a complex window into Black town and rural life, Slocum ultimately makes the case that these communities are places for affirming, building, and dreaming of Black community success even as they contend with the sometimes marginality of Black and rural America.

Download or read book Going Dutch written by James Gregor and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 2020-07-21 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ONE OF ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY’S 10 BEST DEBUT NOVELS OF THE YEAR “A charming, well-observed debut,” (NPR) featuring a gay male graduate student who falls for his brilliant female classmate, “you’ll tear through this tale of a thoroughly modern love triangle” (Entertainment Weekly). Exhausted by dead-end forays in the gay dating scene, surrounded constantly by friends but deeply lonely in New York City, and drifting into academic abyss, twenty-something graduate student Richard has plenty of sources of anxiety. But at the forefront is his crippling writer’s block, which threatens daily to derail his graduate funding and leave Richard poor, directionless, and desperately single. Enter Anne: his brilliant classmate who offers to “help” Richard write his papers in exchange for his company, despite Richard’s fairly obvious sexual orientation. Still, he needs her help, and it doesn’t hurt that Anne has folded Richard into her abundant lifestyle. What begins as an initially transactional relationship blooms gradually into something more complex. But then a one-swipe-stand with an attractive, successful lawyer named Blake becomes serious, and Richard suddenly finds himself unable to detach from Anne, entangled in her web of privilege, brilliance, and, oddly, her unabashed acceptance of Richard’s flaws. As the two relationships reach points of serious commitment, Richard soon finds himself on a romantic and existential collision course—one that brings about surprising revelations. “Intelligent, entertaining and elegantly written” (Adelle Waldman, author of The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P.) Going Dutch is an incisive portrait of relationships in an age of digital romantic abundance, but it’s also a heartfelt and humorous exploration of love and sexuality, and a poignant meditation on the things emotionally ravenous people seek from and do to each other. “This marvelously witty take on dating in New York City and the blurry nature of desire announces Gregor as a fresh, electric new voice” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).

Download or read book A Taxonomy of Love written by Rachael Allen and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2018-01-09 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Junior Library Guild Selection A Georgia Center for the Book Book All Young Georgians Should Read The moment Spencer meets Hope the summer before seventh grade, it’s . . . something at first sight. He knows she’s special, possibly even magical. The pair become fast friends, climbing trees and planning world travels. After years of being outshone by his older brother and teased because of his Tourette syndrome, Spencer finally feels like he belongs. But as Hope and Spencer get older and life gets messier, the clear label of “friend” gets messier, too. Through sibling feuds and family tragedies, new relationships and broken hearts, the two grow together and apart, and Spencer, an aspiring scientist, tries to map it all out using his trusty system of taxonomy. He wants to identify and classify their relationship, but in the end, he finds that life doesn’t always fit into easy-to-manage boxes, and it’s this messy complexity that makes life so rich and beautiful.

Download or read book Allure written by Lacey Weatherford and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2014-07-05 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overview: Tattoo artist by day, exotic dancer by night, 22 year old Six has been fighting his attraction for the girl of his dreams. Why? She's the high society daughter of the Mayor. Oh, and she's only 17. But what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas...right? BLURB: Seventeen-year-old Brooklyn Hall has had her eye on uber sexy tattoo artist, Six Jagger, for a while. There's only one problem-she's pretty sure he doesn't even know she exists. A friend of her older brother, Six is five years older than her. Plus, there's the pesky fact that he's had a steady girlfriend for months. Still, even though she knows there's no chance for her, she can't seem to let the fantasy go. Six Jagger has had a thing for Brooklyn Hall since the first time he laid eyes on her a year ago. However, after finding out her age, he wiped her off his list of possibilities. That should've been the end of it, but for some reason, he can't stop watching and admiring her from afar. Happy that he's successfully maintained his distance, all that changes on the night Brooklyn walks into Inked Edges, asking him for an illegal tattoo. After that, all his carefully constructed barriers come tumbling down, taking them on an explosive ride of lust, passion, and desire. All's well that ends well, right? Too bad that wasn't the end, but merely the beginning...

Download or read book Sexual Attraction written by James Giles and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-06-30 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How and why does sexual attraction happen? This book is an exploration of the universal yet highly individualized experience of being sexually attracted to another person. Incorporating interviews, research findings, and excerpts from romantic and erotic literature, lyrics, and film, Sexual Attraction: The Psychology of Allure explores a subject that is central to the human experience and highly relevant in not only personal, intimate interactions but also other relationships. Although the causes and effects of sexual attraction have been studied, sexual attraction itself-how we experience others in terms of their sexual attractiveness-remains a neglected, rarely researched topic. James Giles presents jargon-free information that is accessible and fascinating to the general reader as well as highly useful and informative to students and researchers in social psychology, sexology, sex and marital therapy, and relationship counseling. The book explores subjects such as how sexual attraction is fundamentally different from other forms of interpersonal attraction and how at the heart of sexual attraction lies the experience of allure-something that makes one feel helplessly drawn toward an intimate physical joining with the sexually attractive person. The allure of strangers, cross-sex friends, sexual friends ("friends with benefits"), and romantic partners are all addressed, revealing the often subtle heterosexual attraction that typically exists between men and women in all their relationships, including between those who are ostensibly "just friends."

Download or read book Alveno Plaisir Arrival of the Ultimate Pleasure written by Victor Alveno and published by Victor Alveno. This book was released on 2024-02-04 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to a world where passionate love intertwines modern sexual practices with the wisdom of the ancient east, and desire is ignited by the timeless teachings of the Kama Sutra, Kabazza, Kunyaza, Imsak, The Perfumed Garden, Ananga Ranga, The Pillow Book, Tantra and Tao. This new artful practice “Alveno Plaisir: Arrival of the Ultimate Pleasure," invites you on an intimate journey of sensual exploration, where every caress, every glance, and every touch resonates with profound connection and ecstasy. In the embrace of this modern practice, you and your partner will unlock the secrets to a fulfilling and rapturous intimate life, where pleasure becomes an art and love becomes a moment of forever. The majority of men and women don't know and understand what the female body is capable of. I don't blame them since even experts in the field don't know and understand it. This art and guide will change your world, whether you are a male or female, read and discover ultimate pleasure with this new art, and I promise, you won’t regret it. I've striven for thoroughness without unnecessary embellishments, maintaining a tone reminiscent of the ancient eastern sexual manuals that serve as the foundation for this content. Any perceived stiffness or antiquated feel in my expression is deliberate, aligning with the traditional style inherent in these materials, however, at times a sense of my modern approach. It is a blending of the new and old, thus creating something more impactful for these times. As you turn the pages, the secrets of the ages will unfurl before you, revealing the ancient practices to harmonize an intimate relationship – emotionally, mentally, and physically. Sex in the ancient East was seen as a sacred ritual between husband and wife, for long-term relationships and to satisfy women. Selfish desire is against their practices. Men prioritize female pleasure and women worship the penis. This is the foundation of what Alveno Plaisir teaches, and it is not merely a new practice to physical pleasure; it is a spiritual dance of love, respect, and profound connection. It celebrates the intertwining of bodies and souls, the exploration of touch, and desire. Here, love (heart) becomes a sacred ritual, and pleasure becomes an awakening of the senses (mind) through stimulation of the nerves on the erogenous zones (body). This book is a journey into the depths of intimate discovery, where we explore the unique sensations and experiences that define distinct forms of orgasm. I aim to provide knowledge and insight, empowering individuals to embrace and celebrate the diversity of female pleasure. Female orgasm, in all its manifestations, is a topic of profound importance because it touches upon the core of human relationships, self-discovery, and well-being. Understanding and embracing the full spectrum of female pleasure not only enhances physical intimacy but also fosters emotional connections and self-confidence. It can lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships and greater personal satisfaction. However, the topic of female ejaculate, squirting, and gushing orgasms has historically been shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. Many cultures and societies have held various beliefs and attitudes towards female sexuality, leading to a wide array of cultural perceptions and taboos. The history of these topics is a fascinating journey that reveals the influence of cultural, societal, and religious norms on sexual expression. Throughout history, there have been societies that revered female pleasure and celebrated the mysteries of the female orgasm. In contrast, others have stifled discussions, imposed shame, and even denied the existence of certain forms of female orgasm. By examining these historical perspectives and cultural perceptions, we gain insights into the evolution of our understanding of female pleasure. In this modern age, where discussions around sexuality have become more open and inclusive, it is essential to break the shackles of old stigmas and misconceptions. This book is dedicated to contributing to this progressive dialogue, dispelling myths, and celebrating the unique experiences that women can have in their sexual lives. We get one chance to experience this life so why not make it the best emotional, mental, and sexual experience we can ever have? Think about your best encounter and imagine, what if there was better? That’s what I offer you. We live in an era of heightened awareness and growing acceptance of the diversity of human sexuality. It is a time where individuals are increasingly seeking information, self-discovery, and open conversations about their sexual experiences. This book is positioned to serve as a resource for individuals, couples, and anyone interested in understanding and achieving a deeper level of intimacy and pleasure. In the following chapters, we will embark on a comprehensive exploration of all thirteen forms of orgasm including the ejaculation orgasms of female ejaculate, squirting, and gushing orgasms. We will delve into the anatomy and physiology behind these experiences, the emotional and psychological aspects that influence them, and the ancient/modern techniques and practices that can lead to heightened pleasure. We will discuss the importance of the mind-body connection, the role of blood flow, pelvic muscles, and the profound sensations associated with different forms of female orgasm. The variety of combined orgasms and the endless possibilities of unique sexual experiences. Our journey through these pages will be one of knowledge, empowerment, and celebration. I invite you to join me on this voyage of exploration and enlightenment, as we uncover the remarkable facets of female pleasure that have long remained in the shadows. It's time to bring these topics into the light and celebrate the beauty and diversity of female orgasms. The Alveno Plaisir practice intertwines emotional, mental, and physical intimacy which will lead to the best sex of both your lives. Are you Ready to elevate your sexual skills and awaken the depths of her desire? Are you ready for her to anticipate and pulsate juices thinking about your intimate moments? Let us continue our exploration, where each page holds the promise of unlocking new realms of pleasure and intimacy. In the chapters that follow, we will explore the intricacies of the O-spot, gushing orgasms, G-spot, squirting, the role of the mind-body connection, the impact of strong pelvic muscles, the female prostate gland, and much more. Together, we will celebrate the amazing capacity of the female body for pleasure and the full range of orgasms it can achieve. While pleasure and connection can be an enchanting symphony, every journey encounter challenges. As you navigate the obstacles of communication, changes in desire, and performance anxieties, “Alveno Plaisir: Arrival of the Ultimate Pleasure," offers guidance in building resilience and deeper connection. With open-hearted communication, empathy, and understanding, you will strengthen the foundation of your relationship, weathering any storm that may arise. Alveno Plaisir equips men with the physical endurance, emotional knowledge, multiple techniques, and a map of female erogenous zones to gratify their partners profoundly. It fosters the sensitivity needed to consistently and romantically entice and satisfy a woman emotionally, intellectually and physically. This journey encompasses love, affection, pleasure, and delight, fulfilling the yearnings of every woman—a fulfillment often elusive to many women. In the final notes of our symphony of pleasure, may you and your partner embrace the timeless knowledge and wisdom bestowed upon you by the art of Alveno Plaisir. As you embark on this intimate journey, may your love become a dance of desire, and your passion an art of profound connection. Through the pages of “Alveno Plaisir: Arrival of the Ultimate Pleasure," may you discover the ecstasy and magic that lies within your intimate union, celebrating a love that transcends time and a pleasure that knows no bounds. Join me in this quest to understand, appreciate, and embrace the waters of her pleasure – the world of female ejaculate, squirting, and gushing orgasms. It's a journey that promises a deeper connection with your own body if a female reading this guide or her body - if a male reading this and a greater appreciation for the boundless potential of intimacy. Are you ready to be the guy she brags about to her friends and family? Are you ready to make her more wet than she’s ever been? How about to have the best sex of both your lives?

Download or read book The Allure of Beauty written by Karen Durbin and published by Assouline Books & Gifts. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In celebration of Hollywood's legendary actresses from the 1930s to the present, Assouline, together with Elle magazine, presents The Allure of Beauty: Women in Hollywood. From Marilyn Monroe and Marlene Dietrich to Anita Ekberg and Julia Roberts, each page of this vibrant anthology radiates with provocative images of unforgettable faces and moments that have forever changed the place of women in Hollywood - as well as in our culture. Elle magazine film critic Karen Durbin delves into the history of Hollywood, highlighting females who have proven their femininity, strength, and talent. The glitzy narrative accompanies a carefully researched, sexy selection of photography that captures the individuality of each women. AUTHOR: Karen Durbin is the film critic for Elle magazine and contributor to The New York Times Sunday Arts & Leisure section, for which she created and writes a regular feature on breakthrough performances in forthcoming movies. She was the film critic of Mirabella magazine and editor in chief of The Village Voice. ILLUSTRATIONS 100 illustrations *

Download or read book Unlawful Attraction written by M. S. Parker and published by . This book was released on 2016-01-19 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I'm not a selfish person. I mean, I'm thrilled that my friends are doing so well with their new jobs and their love lives. I just thought I'd be joining them, at least in the job department, now that I'm working for the DA. Unfortunately, nothing seems to be going like I planned.Twenty-six year-old Dena Monroe is happy that her friends, Carrie and Krissy, have found love, but she's starting to wonder if that'll ever happen for her. Being a strong, willful woman, she has yet to find a man who can give her what she really needs.Between work and romance, can Dena find what she's looking for?Don't miss M.S. Parker's new steamy series that takes us back to Club Privé.