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ROMANCE · LOVE · PASSION. Follow the heartstrings of diverse, international poets through the twisting and often unexpected paths to new love, to fiery passion, to rekindled romance. Find your own self reflected in these universal experiences of the heart.
ROMANCE · LOVE · PASSION. Follow the heartstrings of diverse, international poets through the twisting and often unexpected paths to new love, to fiery passion, to rekindled romance. Find your own self reflected in these universal experiences of the heart.
Mabel Winston is a modern successful woman - clever, stylish, and dedicated to her work. She's the non-fiction publishing director of an international publisher. Tom Rutherford, tall, handsome lawyer, is her boyfriend. Kitty, Mabel's daffy personal assistant, jokes that she takes Tom for granted and is too comfortable about the parade of men seeking her favors. Mabel laughs it off as more of Kitty's spirited kidding. But there's more to Kitty than her jokes and amusing self-deprecation.Raphael Cannane drifts back into Mabel's life after a ten-year break. Mabel and Raf grew up in the same street. Raf's twin sister, Rebecca, was sweet, but Raf sometimes a snarling tomcat. Mabel was often his victim. She could never understand why. Now he is back, troubling her, not in the same savage way, but with a disturbing irony.Mabel departs with her mother, Miriam, on a pre-planned holiday to England, part of which is a tour of the places in Jane Austen's two Bath novels, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion. At the airport, they meet Dirk Howlett-Smit, a wealthy funds manager. Dirk invites Mabel and Miriam to his sprawling Georgian mansion outside London.All is going well when Mabel abruptly packs up and flees to Bath with Miriam. Dirk and his daughter, Edwina, follow and join the tour which swells to eight. A seemingly changed Raf is among the new arrivals. The tour is torture for Mabel. Then Tom appears without warning. Worse is to come when she returns to her work. Her private life is in free fall. Will she be moved to reflect on her relationships? Has Raf really changed and what does he want? And what has caused a change in Kitty?
"Emma: The Matchmaker of Highbury" reimagines Jane Austen's timeless classic through the lively and often misguided endeavors of Emma Woodhouse, a young, spirited woman of high social standing in the small village of Highbury. With a blend of humor and warmth, the story unfolds Emma's self-assumed role as a matchmaker, weaving through the intricacies of relationships, societal expectations, and personal growth.In this charming narrative, Emma's well-intentioned but often blundering attempts at arranging love matches among her friends lead to a series of misunderstandings, comic situations, and heartwarming revelations. As she meddles in the lives of those around her, Emma's journey of self-discovery unfolds, revealing her naivety, her warmth, and her capacity for love and understanding.Set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century England, with its rigid class structure and social etiquette, this novel is a delightful foray into the complexities of human relationships. "Emma: The Matchmaker of Highbury" is not only a story of love and matchmaking but also a tale of personal growth and a young woman's path to finding her own place in the world.
"Heartbeats of Hope" is a compelling tale of love, resilience, and healing, set in the bustling corridors of Hope County Hospital. The story centers around Larissa Brockman, a dedicated nurse whose compassion extends beyond her patients' physical wounds, reaching into their troubled lives. When she encounters Annie Hinkle, a victim of domestic violence, Larissa's own turbulent past resurfaces, challenging her to confront her hidden scars. Amidst the chaos of the ER, an unexpected bond forms between Larissa and Dr. Gabe Allen, a physician grappling with his own demons. Their budding romance offers a glimpse of hope amidst the despair, but not without its complexities and hesitations. This novel artfully weaves the threads of personal struggle, the healing power of love, and the relentless spirit of those on the front lines of care. "Heartbeats of Hope" is an ode to the brave hearts fighting silent battles, a story that resonates with the power of healing and the courage to love again.
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