An obscene amount of money lures Heidi to the institution. Plus, she is intrigued by its name. She enters the office of Dr. Harrison who welcomes her to his private hospital, Heidiway Hills. The doctor’s voice is familiar, though his back is turned and she cannot see his face. When she realizes who he is, she struggles to get away, but escape is elusive. *** There was a smile on Harrison’s face when Heidi entered the room. His back was to her, but he had caught the scent of her perfume earlier when he walked past her in the lobby, and knew it was her. “Have a seat, Heidi,” he said in a deep baritone that Heidi thought sounded familiar, but it was a voice she couldn’t place. Harrison turned toward her and it was then that she remembered the profile. Her blood froze in her veins as he turned to face her. It all came back in a flash – the dark eyes, the face that could show kindness or cruelty depending upon the man’s many moods, the lips that were thick and soft when the two of them had kissed so many years ago, and the slender body that had filled out to form the broad physique of a grown man. He was sexy in a raw, edgy sort of way, but the desire to be refined had never been a part of him, though he craved respect. Heidi was one of very few people who knew who the man was deep inside, a scared little boy who had been forced to grow up too fast, but the man he had become was a mystery to her. “Harrison?” “It’s been awhile, hasn’t it?” The smirk on Harrison’s face would be forever etched on her mind. “I didn’t know you…” “You didn’t know I was in charge of this enterprise, did you?” “No. It doesn’t seem to fit you.” “I could say the same for you. You didn’t seem like the Florence Nightengale type when I knew you.” “People change, Harrison.” “That’s where you’re wrong, Heidi. People don’t change all that much.” “And you’re an expert on human behavior?” “Growing up with an alcoholic father and a mother who enabled his… well… behavior makes me an expert on a lot of things.” Heidi looked down at the floor. She couldn’t remember the number of times she had witnessed the beatings Harrison received at the hands of his father. There were too many to count. She shook her head as if to rid her mind of the memories.
Two inspiring stories of determination, courage…and love Hill Country Christmas In the rugged Texas Hill Country, Delia Keller went from penniless preacher’s granddaughter to rich young heiress. She’s determined to use her money to find the security she’s always lacked, and build herself a new house by Christmas. Former Civil War chaplain Jude Tucker longs to show her what true Christmas joy means. Can he restore his own faith and give Delia his love for all seasons? Her Captain’s Heart Idealistic schoolteacher Verity Hardy believes nothing is impossible. The lovely widow is certain teaching freed slaves in a Virginia town torn apart by the Civil War will help heal bitterness and old wounds. However, she’s finding that the school’s cynical builder, former Union captain Matthew Ritter, has little faith in her plan—or anything else. But Verity’s spirit and courage inspire him to fight for what he believes in…
Pummeled by violence and strict social values, lives of two powerful Depression era families become entangled in politics and love as each seeks control of Utica in upstate New York.
Lyn Hejinian is among the most prominent of contemporary American poets. Her poem My Life has garnered accolades and fans inside and outside academia. First published in 1980, and revised in 1987 and 2002, My Life is now firmly established in the postmodern canon. This Wesleyan edition includes the 45-part prose poem sequence along with a closely related ten-part work titled My Life in the Nineties. An experimental intervention into the autobiographical genre, My Life explores the many ways in which language—the things people say and the ways they say them—shapes not only their identity, but also the very world around them.
LOVE IN BLOOM Gage Farrell had answered Cat Simmons's prayers. She needed a loan to expand her nursery, and he had offered. Gage eagerly anticipated their new partnership. Eden was the perfect place to reevaluate his materialistic lifestyle and find spiritual healing. But theirs was obviously not a perfect partnership. Cat was set in her rigid traditions and small-town ways, and Gage liked to think big! Still, Gage found Cat's honesty and warmth refreshing, and it wasn't long before her mere presence started to play havoc with his concentration. And it looked as though there was more to this partnership than just business….
Two inspiring stories of determination, courage…and love Hill Country Christmas In the rugged Texas Hill Country, Delia Keller went from penniless preacher’s granddaughter to rich young heiress. She’s determined to use her money to find the security she’s always lacked, and build herself a new house by Christmas. Former Civil War chaplain Jude Tucker longs to show her what true Christmas joy means. Can he restore his own faith and give Delia his love for all seasons? Her Captain’s Heart Idealistic schoolteacher Verity Hardy believes nothing is impossible. The lovely widow is certain teaching freed slaves in a Virginia town torn apart by the Civil War will help heal bitterness and old wounds. However, she’s finding that the school’s cynical builder, former Union captain Matthew Ritter, has little faith in her plan—or anything else. But Verity’s spirit and courage inspire him to fight for what he believes in…
Finally Home After her wedding that wasn't, Hannah Kirkland hides in her parents' small Wisconsin town. But hiding is hard in a house under construction! As a friendship blossoms with carpenter Guthrie Thomas, Hannah learns how to build a home—and love—of her own. Finally Found Ten years ago, Marco Da Palma left Spring Kirkland behind. What did a poor scholarship student have to offer her, anyway? But when Marco, now a successful doctor, finds Spring again, the pair has a second chance. If only Marco can release his fears, and see the happiness that's been waiting all along….
THE WAR HAS ENDED, BUT THEIR BATTLE HAS JUST BEGUN… Nothing is impossible—as far as idealistic schoolteacher Verity Hardy is concerned. The lovely widow is certain teaching freed slaves in a Virginia town torn apart by the Civil War will help heal bitterness and old wounds. But she's finding that the school's cynical builder, Matthew Ritter, has little reason to have faith in her—or anything else. An ex-Union captain, Matt has seen more than his share of destruction. And the threats he's getting about the school are almost enough to make him give up. But Verity's spirit and courage inspire him to fight once again for what he believes in—and to show her they can reach their dreams together….
A female physician with an adopted black daughter? The townsfolk of Idaho Bend will never accept Dr. Mercy Gabriel—even when faced with a deadly cholera epidemic. But all Mercy needs is one man willing to listen…and to trust. Four years of war command turned Lon Mackey into a footloose gambler who can't abide attachments. Yet he can't help getting riled by the threats Mercy keeps receiving. Her trailblazing courage could reignite his faith and humanity. And his loyalty could make her dream—for the first time—of a family of her own….
Christmas is for families… And Felicity Gabriel intends to build a family right away! When she inherits a mansion, she decides to turn it into a home for orphans. But her first charges test her resolve. One child is a thief, suspicious of her kindness. The other is the local judge's traumatized daughter. Broken by war, Judge Tyrone Hawkins is devastated when his little girl runs from him to Felicity. But Felicity's courage despite the town's scorn for her orphanage and her caring way with his daughter restore his lost faith. Now he wonders if they all can find the family they seek…just in time for Christmas.
Just as the DNA chromosomes twist into and begin life, the truth, myths and memories of the past twist to form intriguing tales. Ernest Craig, son of a Scot father and French mother endures bigotry and life altering changes against the background of the industrial revolution in Victorian Montreal to become one of the highly respected ¿Men of Canada.¿ Young Ernest¿s life is apparently securely plotted for him. He is to run his father¿s furniture factory; however his father¿s obsession with building a dynamo and developing electricity creates a technological upheaval for Canada and for Ernest whose shifting world constantly challenges him.
A Case of Jitters(Murder at Hammond Hill Rectory)The title story is fact-based fiction.In this book, and in keeping with the author's delightful style of mixing the old with the new (fiction and fact) Lyn brings you a compelling short story that is based upon actual historical events surrounding the Nazi's, and a world-class mystery involving the largest ever reported shipment of missing gold – that's still missing.Lyn backs up her story with actual testimony via news articles that include a world-class adventure to the Antarctic, espionage, and Admiral Byrd's encounter with Reptilian Aliens and Anunnaki UFO's, making this one heck of an exciting read for all, especially history buffs – who love a bit of paranormal intrigue.When the intrigue gets too intense - take a break, and whip up some favorite recipes Lyn tucked in the back, while tantalizing your brain with some of her favorite Mensa teasers.As always, Lyn's goal is to enlighten and entertain; a winning combination that has earned her the coveted title as the "Dinner and a Movie" author.
Aunt Gert's Suitcase is a collection of short stories many based on the ones that Maria Catherine "Kate" Smith told to her cousin about her Rothermel relations who lived within Pennsylvania during 1730 to 1924.
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