Mary Martin Devlin brings the elaborate protocol of Versailles and the manners and morals of the eighteenth-century court aristocracy to life in rich, evocative detail. Her vividly drawn characters, subtle conversations and elegant settings capture an age when wit and beauty reigned but breaking the rules could have serious consequences.
Who stole the Picasso from the Paris art school? Who's so anxious to get ahold of great artworks that they're willing to commit murder and kidnapping? Art teacher Lindsay Parker must find out - and must also learn the truth about her new love, Alain Bordeaux. Lindsay Parker expected an exciting life when she moved to teach art in Paris. The excitement, however, proved to be more than she had bargained for. A Picasso is stolen from the art school. Two previously unknown Cezannes turn up in a junk shop. One of her new friends is kidnapped and another is murdered. Is Lindsay next? Does she, like the others, know too much? And all the while, at her side, is the handsome, brilliant and mysterious Alain Bordeaux. Who is he? How is he connected to the art thefts? And what role is he destined to play in Lindsay's life? To learn the answers, Lindsay must investigate - in the underworld of Paris.
Devlin considers the relationship needs of the individual as revealed in the birth chart. Next, she analyzes parent/child relationshipswhere it all begins. Finally, she examines love, romance, sex, marriage and friendship in depth. Using C.G. Jung's concept of anima and animus, she provides insight into the "inner partner" by comparing unconscious archetypes to gods and goddessesour male/female ideals. Devlin delineates the planets, signs, houses and aspects in terms of relationship, and shows you how to interpret these astrological components in your own chart and your partner's as well as in chart comparisons. Drawing on her many years of experience in astrological counseling, Devlin also includes case histories and past-life information in this thorough study of interpersonal relationships.
MEDIEVAL MUSIC, MAGICAL MINDS It has only been since the Age of Reason that human beings consider music to be strictly an aesthetic experience. Up until that time, however, music was both intended and designed to have a specific effect upon the mind and emotions of the listener. Religious chant was designed to raise consciousness. Dance music was meant to celebrate fertility, both human and that of the Earth, and to bring earthly joy and ecstasy to those both dancing and listening. This groundbreaking book fulfills two purposes. The first is to introduce interested musicians to the increasingly-popular field of medieval music. The second is to trace the history of all music, as well as its effect upon the level of awareness of the listeners. Internationally-noted soprano Mary Devlin, a great lover of medieval music expounds upon both her studies and her experience with that genre to try to recreate the thoughts and feelings of the people in the Middle Ages who once composed, performed, and lived that music.
A history of the development of harmony in the Middle Ages, including the music, composers, theorists and music theory, musicians, and relevant historical figures, as well as studies of folk music, medieval chant, and polyphony from the days of Gregorian chant to the florid polyphony of the early Renaissance.
“One of the best.” – Julia Quinn The beloved queen of Regency romance is back with a brand-new story perfect for fans of Bridgerton. The handsome and charismatic Earl of Stratton, Caleb Ware, has been exposed to the ton for his clandestine affairs—by his own son. As a child, Devlin Ware thought his family stood for all that was right and good in the world. They were kind, gracious, and shared the beauty of Ravenwood, their grand country estate, by hosting lavish parties for the entire countryside. But at twenty-two, he discovered his whole world was an elaborate illusion, and when Devlin publicly called his family to account for it, he was exiled as a traitor. So be it. He enlisted in the fight against Napoleon and didn’t look back for six years. But now his father is dead, the Ware family is broken, and as the heir he is being called home. It’s only when Gwyneth Rhys—the woman he loved and then lost after his family banished him—holds out her hand to help him that he is able make the difficult journey and try to piece together his fractured family. It is Gwyneth’s loyalty, patience, and love that he needs. But is Devlin’s war-hardened heart even capable of offering her love in return?
Geoffrey Chaucer chases two murderers. Overwhelmed and confused, but dtermined to learn the truth, Chaucer cuts through a web of greed, and misguided love before either murder can be brought to justice.
Devon Wakefield only wanted to escape the unwanted attentions of her lustful stepfather. Yet her hiding place proved to be a doorway to a new life. Having inadvertently stumbled onto a convict ship bound for New South Wales in 1787, no one would believe her when she said she didn't belong there. So, like it or not, she was on her way to a new home. On the banks of Sydney Harbor, Devon found strange new animals and people who would become her friends. She learned that she had an extraordinary talent and love for farming. And above all, she discovered the love of her life: Lieutenant Jonathan Lake of His Majesty's Navy. The first few years in Australia brought nothing more pleasant than poverty and starvation. However, as the colony grew more prosperous, so did Devon. Yet as successful as she was as a farmer, Devon's heart was broken. For Jonathan was gone, and she had been forced to marry another man. Sometimes it seemed as though Devon would never find love again-that all life promised her was work, work, and more work. Then, back in London, Jonathan makes a bizarre discovery that sets him and Devon back on the road to reunion and to true love.
She was a young actress doing summer stock when she fell for her leading man. He was handsome and talented; who wouldn't fall in love with him. The audience surely did every time he took the stage. Then it was fall and he was gone. Fast-forward 35 years. Queenie McQuinn is sitting in her quilt shop when the door opens. She looks up and all the memories she's tried to forget come rushing back. She thought she would take her secret to the grave, but now that might not be possible. Gabe Downing is packing to move to Cutler to be with his ladylove when he gets word that his son is in danger. Kevin has been called to testify in the trial of his former boss, Jason Chen. The Chinese Syndicate, run by Jason's uncles, will do whatever it takes to keep that from happening. Gabe has no choice but to make the call, hoping she will understand. Miranda Hathaway does understand why Gave is delaying his move, but if he thinks she's going to wait at home while her new family is in danger, he doesn't know her very well. When Kevin's girlfriend, Terry, is taken hostage by the assassin, Gave knows he can't keep Kevin from going to the rescue. Like father like son!"--Page 4 of cover.
Geoffrey Chaucer uses his keen insights into human nature to track down the murderer of the gypsy, Sophia, on the road to the shrine of St. Thomas a Becket at Canterbury.
Gabe Downing, her significant other, and her daughter, Zoey, are planning a surprise for Miranda's birthday. Now there's been a murder and no one feels like celebrating. Laura Jenkins was a bitter, nasty woman who never did anything nice for anyone. But the town is still in shock. Things like this just don't happen in Cutler, Pennsylvania! Local Police Chief Jake Perryman, overweight and out of shape, has no experience in investigating a murder. When he turns to Gabe and Miranda for help, they worry the stress may be too much for him.Cutler is a small town and everyone knows everyone else. They all knew the victim and now Gabe and Miranda must look at their own friends and neighbors as suspects.When a quilt is found in Laura's belongings that predates the two oldest known quilts in the state, it becomes a motive. Now to find out who had means and opportunity? Queenie McQuinn, owner of the local quilt shop, sadly tells Miranda, "There's not a quilt on this earth worth dying for." But someone did!
Only one month to organize a quilt show as a fundraiser for the local schools! If anyone can do it, Queenie McQuinn, president of Cutler Quilt Guild Number One, can. Miranda Hathaway, town librarian and member of the guild, invites two rival quilters, each claiming to have the oldest quilt in Pennsylvania. And if that isn't enough excitement, someone sets off the sprinklers. After the water is cleaned up, everyone thinks the worst is over, but they're wrong. While they were busy trying to save he quilts, the cash boxes were emptied. Gabe Downing, Miranda's "significant other," and a former FBI agent, is here to help. Harry, Miranda's oddly omniscient cat, has his own opinions about who tried to ruin the quilts and who took the cash. He's been right before!"--Page 4 of cover.
In Newport, Rhode Island, when a high society woman is murdered dressed in a maid's uniform, police immediately suspect servants or workers and arrest a laborer. But Detective Devlin finds this too convenient and goes looking for suspects among the victim's fellow socialites.
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