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Return to 1930s Burning Cove, California, the glamorous seaside playground for Hollywood stars, mobsters, spies, and a host of others who find more than they bargain for in this mysterious town.

The story follows Maggie Lodge, an assistant to a reclusive advice columnist, who enlists the help of private investigator Sam Sage to uncover the identity of a blackmailer targeting her employer. Their contrasting personalities lead to a tumultuous partnership filled with attraction and secrets. As they delve deeper, they confront Maggie's troubling dreams and Sam's haunted past, ultimately uncovering a deadly plot involving impersonation and murder at a psychic dreaming conference. Their journey reveals hidden truths and puts them in danger from a relentless killer.

Beauty and glamour meet deception and revenge in this electrifying novel by New York Times bestselling author Amanda Quick.

New York Times bestselling author Amanda Quick transports readers to 1930s California, where glamour and seduction spawn a multitude of sins . . .

"It's 1930, Burning Cove, California, and an ex-trapeze artist walks the tightrope between desire and danger as she is caught up in the mysterious circumstances surrounding the onstage death of an inventor. The race is on to find his missing invention before others, who are willing to kill for it, find it first."--

"After escaping from a private sanitarium, Adelaide Blake arrives in Burning Cove, California, desperate to start over. Working at an herbal tea shop puts her on the radar of those who frequent the seaside resort town: Hollywood movers and shakers always in need of hangover cures and tonics. One such customer is Jake Truett, a recently widowed businessman in town for a therapeutic rest. But unbeknownst to Adelaide, his exhaustion is just a cover. In Burning Cove, no one is who they seem. Behind facades of glamour and power hide drug dealers, gangsters, and grifters. Into this make-believe world comes psychic to the stars Madame Zolanda. Adelaide and Jake know better than to fall for her kind of con. But when the medium becomes a victim of her own dire prediction and is killed, they'll be drawn into a murky world of duplicity and misdirection..."--

In 1930s California, where glamour and seduction spawn a multitude of sins, a body is found at the bottom of a swimming pool.

The author of the New York Times bestseller The Girl Who Knew Too Much returns to Victorian London in a novel of deadly obsession... Calista Langley operates an exclusive “introduction” agency in Victorian London, catering to respectable ladies and gentlemen who find themselves alone in the world. But now, a dangerously obsessed individual has begun sending her trinkets and gifts suitable only for those in deepest mourning—a black mirror, a funeral wreath, a ring set with black jet stone. Each is engraved with her initials. Desperate for help and fearing that the police will be of no assistance, Calista turns to Trent Hastings, a reclusive author of popular crime novels. Believing that Calista may be taking advantage of his lonely sister, who has become one of her clients, Trent doesn’t trust her. Scarred by his past, he’s learned to keep his emotions at bay, even as an instant attraction threatens his resolve. But as Trent and Calista comb through files of rejected clients in hopes of identifying her tormentor, it becomes clear that the danger may be coming from Calista’s own secret past—and that only her death will satisfy the stalker...

Amity Doncasterová viaja por el mundo y está acostumbrada a la aventura y el riesgo. Benedict Stanbridge es un científico y espía que ha enfrentado peligros en los rincones más oscuros de tierras lejanas. Sin embargo, ambos se enfrentan a una amenaza que se encuentra sorprendentemente cerca de su hogar. Amity es secuestrada en una calle de Londres a plena luz del día por un hombre enmascarado que la amenaza. Su rápida capacidad de pensar y una arma secreta la salvan, al menos por ahora. El monstruo, conocido como el Novio, que deja tras de sí víctimas femeninas, sobrevive a sus heridas y pronto reanuda su aterradora labor, obsesionado con su escandalosa relación con Benedict. Este último se niega a permitir que Amity pague un precio tan alto. Ambos, acostumbrados a las tierras exóticas, deciden actuar y poner fin al terror del Novio en Londres, uniendo fuerzas para enfrentar al criminal en el corazón de la ciudad que aman, mientras lidian con sentimientos de los que no pueden escapar.

Targeted by a disabled former spy for the Crown who wrongly believes she is blackmailing his sister, Beatrice Lockwood offers her assistance in tracking down the real culprit and eventually falls for the spy only to find herself hunted by a mad scientist who would resurrect a dead lover.

From the author of the Arcane Society series, comes a brand new series of Victorian novels with a paranormal twist

In the second book of the Looking Glass trilogy, Virginia Dean awakens at midnight beside a corpse and holding a bloody knife, with no memory of the previous night's events. Overwhelmed by dark energy emanating from the mirrors in the room, she finds herself rescued by a man she has only met once, yet he leaves a lasting impression on her. The story delves into themes of memory, mystery, and the supernatural, as Virginia navigates the consequences of her predicament.

Jack Winters alkimista ősök késői leszármazottja, aki veszélyes természetfeletti képességekkel rendelkezik. Különleges adottsága egy régi családi átok következménye. Több mint háromszáz évvel ezelőtt egyik őse megalkotta az Égő Lámpát, egy titokzatos erővel bíró eszközt, amelynek kisugárzása azonban módosította feltalálójának genetikai állományát. Így ha egy Winters-utód ezt a genetikai átkot örökli, nem csupán félelmetes pszichikai erők birtokosává válik, hanem tébolyult szörnyeteggé is, aki veszett dührohamok és hallucinációk közepette pusztul el. Jack úgy érzi, őrá is ez a sors vár, hacsak meg nem találja az Égő Lámpát – és a nőt, aki működtetni tudja azt. Ez a nő pedig nem más, mint Chloe Harper magándetektív, álomfényfejtő – az egyetlen, aki a lámpa energiájának segítségével vissza tudja fordítani az átalakulás folyamatát. Miközben az átok beteljesedésének ideje egyre közeledik, egy mindenre elszánt gyilkosokból álló titkos társaság Chloe és Jack életére tör. Ám a fenyegető támadásoknál jobban megrémiszti őket az az elsöprő erejű, szenvedélyes szerelem, amely kettejük között ébred…

A Harmónia bolygón a mélység esőerdőket rejteget, a rég eltűnt, idegen civilizáció titokzatos emlékeit hátborzongató, zölden foszforeszkáló városromok és labirintusok őrzik, furcsa állatok szegődnek az emberek társául, és a bolygó szinte minden lakója rendelkezik valamiféle pszichikus képességgel. Ebben a különös világban Adam Wintersre, a Szellemvadász Céh új vezetőjére sújt le az ősi átok. Ezúttal neki kell megtalálnia az elveszett Lámpát és az álomfényfejtő nőt, aki azonban nem más, mint a Winters család egykori ellenségének, Sylvester Jonesnak a leszármazottja, Marlowe Jones. Adam és Marlowe útja izzó katakombák és föld alatti dzsungelek csapdáin keresztül vezet, de a köztük fellobbanó vágyakozás elsöprő ereje minden kelepcénél veszélyesebb. Vajon a szerelem, a forró szenvedély le tudja-e győzni Nicholas Winters pusztító bosszúját, megtörik-e végre a rettenetes átok? Itt, a Harmónián minden titokra fény derül…

From the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author, comes the new Victorian novel in Jayne Ann Krentz's sizzling, seductive and gripping ARCANE SOCIETY world

Leona Hewitt, disguised in men's formal evening clothes, has secretly made her way into Lord Delbridge's private museum to find a relic stolen from her family. But someone else is in the dimly lit gallery on the same errand: a tall, black-cloaked man whose very voice is enough to put her in a trance. Thaddeus Ware, a mesmerist with psychic gifts, is accustomed to fearful reactions from others - women in particular. But Leona shows no trace of hysteria in his presence. A gifted crystal worker, she exerts a rather hypnotic power over the hypnotist himself. And she is determined to keep the crystal they recovered. Thaddeus, on assignment for the Arcane Society, knows the menace Leona is courting by absconding with the crystal. A source of remarkable energy, it holds the potential for great destruction. Lord Delbridge has already killed to acquire it, for it is his key to membership in the elite, shadowy group known as the Third Circle. And, with the help of a ruthless hunter of preternatural skill, dubbed the Midnight Monster by the press, Delbridge intends to find her. With the stolen crystal in their possession, the danger is only beginning...

El primer beso fue en un pasillo escasamente iluminado de la mansión de Edwin Hastings. Louisa no lo vio venir… Claro que era imposible que Anthony Stalbridge albergara intenciones románticas: el beso sólo supuso una medida desesperada para evitar que el guardia los descubriera donde no debían estar. Lo único que ambos intrusos tenían en común era su interés por los asuntos privados del señor Hastings, un hombre poderoso de quien sospechaban que albergaba terribles secretos...

Two classic historical romances by beloved, bestselling author Amanda Quick are available once again in these specially priced editions. Reissue.

Her career as a fashionable photographer catering to society's elite has enabled Venetia Jones to provide a comfortable living for her brother, sister and elderly aunt. But, thanks to her psychic ability, disaster looms around the corner.

While investigating a suspicious death, private inquiry agent Ambrose Wells finds himself on the grounds of Aldwick Castle---and in the midst of utter chaos. The ramshackle castle is in flames--and a beautiful woman and four young girls are taking flight on horseback. It turns out that the strong-minded Miss Concordia Glade and her four bright students are on the run from a notorious London crime lord who'll stop at nothing to destroy them. Now, their only hope is Ambrose, a confirmed loner with more than his share of secrets--and more than his share of desire for the unconventional teacher. And as Ambrose and Concordia risk everything to bring down a criminal mastermind, they will also be forced to battle something even greater: the steamy passion that threatens their hard-worn independence...

Murdered psychics, mysterious sances, and a man with a dangerous past. Welcome to a world of shadows, fog and gaslights Victorian London. Adam Hardesty intends to do whatever it takes to protect his family's secrets, but his inconvenient attraction to Caroline Fordyce, a scandalous author of lurid "sensation" novels complicates his life in ways he never imagined.

The Earl of St. Merryn needs a woman. His intentions are purely practical - he simply wants someone sensible and suitably lovely to pose as his betrothed for a few weeks among polite society. He has his own agenda to pursue, and a false fiance will keep the husband-hunters at bay while he goes about his business. The simplest solution is to hire a paid companion. Finding the right candidate proves more of a challenge than he expected. But when he encounters Miss Elenora Lodge, her feisty manner and golden eyes sway him to make a generous offer. Elenora's sorry financial circumstances - and dreams of a life of independence - leave her little choice but to accept. But St. Merryn appears to be hiding a secret or two, and things seem oddly amiss in his gloomy London home. Elenora soon discovers that this lark will be a far more dangerous adventure than she'd been led to believe. And the Earl of St. Merryn will find that the meek and mild companion he'd initially envisioned has become a partner in his quest to catch a killer - and an outspoken belle of the ball who stirs a bothersome passion in his practical heart.

Az írónő ismét izgalmas kalandok felé vezeti nem mindennapi hoseit, Tobias Marchot és igézó társát, Lavinia Lake-et. Egy meghívás a távoli, romantikus vidéki kastélyba, Beaumont Castle-ba azzal az ígérettel kecsegteti a kissé különc, ám tökéletesen összeilló párt, hogy egy kis időre elszökhetnek a lármás Londonból, a kíváncsi szemek és rosszindulatú pletykák elől. Am rögtön a legelső, meghittnek igérkező hétvégén szép terveket fel borítja egy különös nó, aki Tobias múltjából bukkan elő Aspasia Gray szépsége éppolyan nyugtalanító Lavinia számára, mint Tobiashoz fúzódó kapcsolata. A lány elhunyt volegénye ugyanis Tobias barátja volt, foglalkozására nézve pedig orgyilkos A kettejük közötti különös kötelék Lavinia számára szinte elviselhetetlen. Amikor a kastélybeli események arra utalnak, hogy valaki megirigyelte az elhunyt orgyilkos módszereit, a detektivpáros lázas nyomozásba kezd. Felrúnnek az arisztokraták előkelő birtokain éppúgy, mint London legsötétebb sikátoraiban, hogy megvivják végső csatájukat egy titokzatos, mindenre elszánt gaz emberrel.

An ageing wiseguy, ringleader of a trio of minor con-men who impersonate clerics in order to swindle townsfolk by appealing to their sense of greed, in the end realizes the futility of his life.

Lavinia Lake and Tobias March navigate their evolving relationship amid a backdrop of mystery and romance, blending their roles as lovers and crime investigators. As they delve into a new case involving murder, the stakes rise, intensifying both their passion and the dangers they face together. This captivating tale weaves elements of intrigue and romance, showcasing the thrilling dynamics of their partnership.

Una cautivadora historia de un caballero legendario y una dama obstinada cuya audaz búsqueda de un misterioso cristal los sumergirá en un torbellino de traición y deseo. Cuando el temible caballero llamado Hugh el Implacable irrumpió en Lingwood Manor como una tormenta, todos se acobardaron, excepto Lady Alice. Con una lengua afilada y sin remordimientos, la hermosa pelirroja creía que Sir Hugh no era alguien a temer, sino la respuesta a sus sueños. Sabía que él había venido por el deslumbrante cristal verde y que se disgustaría al descubrir que ya no estaba en su poder. Sin embargo, Alice tenía una propuesta para el oscuro y amenazante caballero: a cambio de una dote que liberaría a Alice y a su hermano del control de su tío, ella uniría sus habilidades de detección a las de él y juntos recuperarían la preciada piedra. Pero incluso cuando Hugh aceptó sus términos, añadió una condición propia: Lady Alice debía aceptar un compromiso temporal, uno que pronto la llevaría a lo profundo de la gran fortaleza de piedra de Hugh y a una batalla que podría amenazar sus vidas... y su única oportunidad de amor.

Madeline Deveridge is aware of the whispers behind her back, the rumors that she dispatched her husband to the next world and concealed her crime. But she has a far more pressing problem than her reputation as the Wicked Widow. It's impossible to believe that her late husband is haunting her and her aunt, but something odd is happening, and Madeline doesn't dare take chances. Summoning the brilliant, reclusive Artemas Hunt, secret owner of London's favorite pleasure pavilions and master of arcane talents, she blackmails him into providing help. As soon as the bargain is struck, Artemas and Madeline find their arrangement complicated by searing desire, and the frightening recognition that the ghost poses a very real danger. Now they must plunge into a world of intrigue and ancient mysteries, where a calculating killer--and a tantalizing passion--will not be denied.

A delightful Regency romance from NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author, Amanda Quick

It isn't easy making a living as a lady's companion when one possesses a sharp tongue and an original mind. That's why Emma Greyson has gone through three such positions in six months. Her current post at a tiresome country house party has her bored to tears—until an extraordinary encounter with the legendary Edison Stokes leads to a secret position as his assistant.Stokes is on a peculiar mission, searching for an anonymous thief who has stolen an ancient book of arcane potions. He suspects his quarry is among the party's guests—and that the villain is looking for an intuitive woman on whom to test a certain elixir. A woman just like Emma...For Emma, the new post brings unexpected passion and chilling danger. But when murder strikes, she realizes the awful truth. Unless she and Edison devise a scheme to outwit a merciless killer, she could forever lose the man of her dreams—and even her very life....

The author of the New York Times bestseller 'Til Death Do Us Part returns to Regency London in a novel of mystery, intrigue and deadly alliances.

As a private investigator employed by marriage-minded women, Charlotte Arkendale has made a lucrative career out of delving into the lives of prospective grooms. But one of her clients has recently been murdered, and Charlotte herself has begun to receive threats. Now, she doesn't know what to make of the stranger who appears on her doorstep to apply for the position of her new man-of-affairs. Baxter St. Ives claims to be a respectable gentleman, but something about his arresting presence and the unrelenting determination burning in his eyes makes Charlotte wary. With the proper man by her side, she's certain she can catch her client's murderer. But is the enigmatic St. Ives Mr. Right or Mr. Wrong?To St. Ives, masquerading as a man-of-affairs to find out if Charlotte's a murderer is maddening enough, but discovering himself at the mercy of a highly illogical passion for her throws his life into chaos. So he decides to conduct an experiment into the risky alchemy of desire. But even as he sets out to seduce Charlotte, the real killer is on the loose in London, plotting to part the lovers...or see them joined together forever in death.

Imogen Waterstone hosszú évek óta bosszút forral barátnője gyilkosa ellen. Nagybátyja halálával váratlan lehetőséghez jut: csapdát állíthat ellenfelének. Elhireszteli, hogy az örökség részeként a tulajdonába került egy térkép is, amely felbecsülhetetlen értékű ókori kincs nyomára vezet. Arra számít, hogy a gyilkos expedíciót szervez a színarany pecsétnyomó felkutatására. Imogen reményei szerint arra majd csak az út végén - amikorra ellenfelének minden pénze elúszott - derül fény, hogy a kincs sohasem létezett. A terv végrehajtásához azonban segítségre van szüksége. Segítőtársul a híres felfedezőt, Colchester earljét szemeli ki. Ám a férfi, akinek múltja botrányoktól sem mentes, visszautasítja a lány kérését. Épp ő adja a nevét ehhez az őrültséghez? Ő, aki hitelt érdemlően bizonyítani tudja, hogy a kincs nem létezik! Nem létezik?

Imogen Waterstone, known for her independence, seeks the formidable Matthias Marshall, the Earl of Colchester, to assist her in a daring plan. As a legendary explorer, his strength and determination are essential for her to set the perfect trap, highlighting her resourcefulness and the dynamics of their collaboration. This intriguing partnership promises adventure and tension as they navigate their intentions and the challenges ahead.

From a crumbling fairy-tale castle on the stormy Sussex coast to a dazzling, dizzying masquerade ball comes an enchanting tale of a tarnished knight, a daring maiden, and a sweet, searing storybook love... At sixteen Phoebe Layton had imagined that Gabriel Banner was a brave and valiant knight, a noble-hearted hero born to rescue ladies in distress. Which is why, eight years later, when she desperately needed help toe carry out a vital quest, she could think of no one more suited to the job than Gabriel. But when she lures her shining knight to a lonely midnight rendezvous, Phoebe finds herself sparring with a dangerously desirable man who is nothing like the hero of her dreams. And when he sweeps her into a torrid—and blatantly unchivalrous—embrace, she can't help but fear that she's made a dreadful mistake. It's a kiss that will seal Phoebe's fate. For now the exacting Earl of Wylde has a quest of his own: to possess the most intriguing, impulsive, outrageous female he has ever met...even if he has to slay a dragon to do it.

After a year of grand adventures touring the classical ruins of Italy and Greece, Iphiginia Bright returned to England to discover that the real excitement was at home. It seems that her Aunt Zoe has fallen victim to a sinister blackmailer and only Iphiginia can hope to stop the culprit before he can do more harm. Her plan is inspired: Imitating history's most legendary beauties--Cleopatra, Helen of Troy, Aphrodite--the former schoolmistress will remake herself, and descend upon London Society as the dazzling mistress of Marcus Valerius Cloud, the infamous Earl of Masters. Rumors hint that the Earl has disappeared at the blackmailer's hands, and by posing as his unknown mistress, Iphiginia is convinced she can ferret out the villain. Overnight, Iphiginia is transformed into a vision with a host of eager admirers, including one she does not expect -- the Earl of Masters himself, who strides into a shimmering ballroom one evening to cooly reclaim his "mistress". He is everything they say he is... arrogant, attractive, devastatingly seductive, and Iphiginia can't help but be enthralled. But when Marcus agrees to play along with her charade, she doesn't know that the determined earl has plans of his own: to tease and tempt her, until the beautiful deceiver becomes more than his mistress in name only.

Zuerst glaubt die temperamentvolle Augusta Ballinger an einen furchtbaren Irrtum: Der unterkühlt aristokratische und zugleich so verwirrend charmante Earl of Graystone kann unmöglich ernsthaft erwägen, sie zu heiraten! Schließlich weiß alle Welt, dass seine Auserwählte eine wesentliche Bedingung erfüllen muss: Sie muss ein Vorbild an Tugend und Moral sein. Und das kann man von Augusta, weiß Gott, kaum behaupten. Sie stammt nämlich aus einer alten Rebellenfamilie und ist zu allem bereit — nur nicht dazu, sich an gesellschaftliche Spielregeln zu halten. Um ihren zukünftigen Ehemann von seinem Irrtum zu überzeugen, schleicht sie sich mit eindeutigen Absichten zu nächtlicher Stunde in sein Schlafzimmer. Eine willkommene Gelegenheit für den Earl, seiner widerspenstigen Braut eine leidenschaftliche Lektion zu erteilen ...

Once Olympia Wingfield had been free to devote all her time to her true passion: the study of ancient legends and long-lost treasure. But now, with three hellion nephews to raise, the absentminded beauty has very little time for research. Which makes it seem all the more serendipitous when a handsome stranger strides into Olympia’s library unannounced and proceeds to set her world to rights… Tall and dark, with long, windswept black hair, Jared Chillhurst is the embodiment of Olympia’s most exotic dreams…a daring pirate, masquerading in teacher’s garb, whose plundering kisses and traveler’s tales quickly win her heart. Yet all too soon innocent Olympia will discover the enigmatic and wickedly sensual Mr. Chillhurst is no lowly tutor but a future earl with a wealth of secrets – the kind that will lead them both on a perilous quest for a hidden fortune and a love worth more than gold.

From the dazzling ballrooms of glittering London society to magnificent, cursed estate in the distant wilds of Yorkshire, comes the deliciously wicked story of a thoroughly unconventional courtship--and a thrilling midnight rendezvous that could only lead to love... At four and twenty Victoria Huntington thought herself quite adept at fending off fortune hunters... until she came under siege from Lucas Colebrook, the darkly disturbing new Earl of Stonevale. Amidst the brightly plumed birds of the town, Lucas was a hawk. And when he held out the lure of moonlit rides and wild, reckless midnight escapades, Victoria found herself powerless to resist. But becoming Stonevale's companion in adventure was far more dangerous undertaking than Victoria could ever imagine. For the attractive Earl would use her every weakness to woo her, to win her, and ultimately to wed her. And soon the amber-eyed lady would find herself ensconced in a crumbling mansion deep in the English countryside... where the real reason for her hasty marriage becomes all too apparent...and where the ghosts of her dark-stained past are waiting to rise up in a terrifying plot that will threaten her life, her honor, and the only man she could ever love.

From the windswept, craggy coast of a remote British Isle comes the thrilling tale of a daring lady and a dangerous knight... bound by the tempests of fate—and the dawning of... Desire Upon her father's death, beautiful, headstrong Lady Clarre knew that she must wed, for the protection of the Isle of Desire new fell to her. Yet when her guardian's choice of prospective husband rode through her castle gates, she felt utterly betrayed. All sinewy muscle and savage steel, Sir Gareth of Wyckmere was not the poet she'd requested but a fearsome knight whose only interest was in war. Legions of robbers had fallen beneath the Hellhound of Wyckmere's sword, and now this bold warrior was certain that he could tame one willful wife. Yet even Gareth could not deter Lady Clare from trying to mold him into her ideal... until their clash of wills ignited a passion that set them both aflame... and a treacherous plot put their lives in deadly peril.

En el silencio de la noche, un carruaje recorre las siniestras calles que conducen a la residencia del Ángel Caído, funesto apodo del conde de Algelstone. En el interior del carruaje, la joven Prudence lucha consigo misma por seguir adelante con la difícil decisión que tiene en sus manos: salvar la vida de su joven hermano Trevoy, la única persona con que cuenta en el mundo. La mansión, envuelta en tinieblas, encierra para Prudence infinidad de peligros que conoce y otros que, aunque insospechados, transformarán su vida. Un inusitado huracán de lujuria que abrirá las puertas a sensaciones y pasiones desconocidas.

From the cozy confines of a tiny seaside village to the glittering crush of the a fashionable London soiree comes an enthralling tale of a thoroughly mismatched couple . . . poised to discover the rapture of love. There was no doubt about it. What Miss Harriet Pomeroy needed was a man. Someone powerful and clever who could help her rout the unscrupulous thieves who were using her beloved caves to hide their loot. But when Harriet summoned Gideon Westbrook, Viscount St. Justin, to her aid, she could not know that she was summoning the devil himself. . . . Dubbed the Beast of Blackthorne Hall for his scarred face and lecherous past, Gideon was strong and fierce and notoriously menacing. Yet Harriet could not find it in her heart to fear him. For in his tawny gaze she sensed a savage pain she longed to soothe . . . and a searing passion she yearned to answer. Now, caught up in the Beast’s clutches, Harriet must find a way to win his heart–and evade the deadly trap of a scheming villain who would see them parted for all time.