“Cross How Stella Got Her Groove Back with Under the Tuscan Sun, and you've got Gaining Visibility, a novel that is at times beautiful, at times heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting.” –Wendy Webb Julia Berkwith’s daughter has moved to Alaska, her beloved mother-in-law is in a nursing home, and her ex-husband is in Hawaii—with a younger woman. In her late forties, Julia is now used to being invisible. But even if she has to do it alone, she’s determined to celebrate her victory over breast cancer by hiking Italy’s Cinque Terre. And while she’s there, she can scout out treasures for her interior design business back in Kentucky. Invigorated by the beauty of the Italian countryside, Julia seems unstoppable, until she’s injured by a rock—one that happens to belong to thirty-something stone mason Vitale DeLuca. Reluctantly, Julia accepts Vitale’s insistent offer of lodging while she recovers. But in his home, amid his exquisite sculptures, Julia sees beyond his charm and looks to something special: a talent she must bring to the world’s attention. And once she does, she plans to step aside to leave him in the spotlight. But Vitale has seen something in Julia too, something she is no longer able to recognize in herself. And he is determined to find a way to show it to her. Poignant and uplifting, Gaining Visibility is an exhilarating story of one woman’s realization that even the deepest scars have a beauty of their own—and that it’s time to take her place in the sun once more.
Can they both be right? Summer Delaney has turned over a new leaf. Now she's ready to step up and run her parents' Kentucky camp--the place she loves most in the world. Too bad her parents aren't convinced of her dedication. In fact, they've hired someone else--someone with very conflicting ideas about how the camp should operate A former marine, Rick Warren's approach is all about following orders. From the outset, it's clear that they don't see eye to eye. But there's an unexpected effect from all that clashing of wills. The heat of debate turns to steamy attraction--one they simply can't resist. Still, with the camp's future hanging in the balance, Summer must prove she's changed and can work with Rick to create a place kids will love--and a place where their love might have a chance....
Can they both be right? Summer Delaney has turned over a new leaf. Now she's ready to step up and run her parents' Kentucky camp--the place she loves most in the world. Too bad her parents aren't convinced of her dedication. In fact, they've hired someone else--someone with very conflicting ideas about how the camp should operate A former marine, Rick Warren's approach is all about following orders. From the outset, it's clear that they don't see eye to eye. But there's an unexpected effect from all that clashing of wills. The heat of debate turns to steamy attraction--one they simply can't resist. Still, with the camp's future hanging in the balance, Summer must prove she's changed and can work with Rick to create a place kids will love--and a place where their love might have a chance....
Kyndal Rawlings thought she'd learned her lesson when Chance Brennan left her to pursue his Ivy League dreams. Yet here she is, in Kentucky, falling for him all over again. Maybe it's being stranded in a cave with him ... the same place they first became lovers. Or maybe there's still something between them. Not that anything will change--even after four tense days of depending on each other for their very survival. Chance needs a certain kind of woman to help him with his career. And Kyndal will never be that kind. But something has changed. Something that will force them to decide what they really want."--P. [4] of cover.
Paris is always a good idea...right? Tara O'Malley has traveled across the ocean to find her biological father--and maybe rediscover who she is. The last thing she's looking for is romance. Then she meets fellow American Garrett Hughes! Garrett may not be the reason she's on this journey, but he sure is a sweet distraction. Tara knows she's falling hard for everything about this man, including his sweet little boy, Dylan. But what will happen when she has to go back home and leave them behind? It's definitely not the best time to fall in love, but when in Paris...
A very personal trainer... Personal trainer Bree Rice is happy to help Kale Barlow get in shape to win back his ex. Kale's drive and enthusiasm make him the perfect client. He's such a great guy, it's easy to be his friend, too. All too soon, though, their friendship develops into something deeper...something off-limits. Bree knows love and work don't mix--been there, felt that heartache. But it doesn't seem to matter how many times she reminds him of his original goal. Kale is nothing if not determined, especially when it comes to convincing Bree that they are the perfect partners, both in and out of the gym.
Jeff Wells hasn't seen his ex-wife, Maggie Russell, in years. Yet as they reunite to settle their son into his college dorm, Jeff discovers the attraction between them is still present - and very strong.
“Cross How Stella Got Her Groove Back with Under the Tuscan Sun, and you've got Gaining Visibility, a novel that is at times beautiful, at times heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting.” –Wendy Webb Julia Berkwith’s daughter has moved to Alaska, her beloved mother-in-law is in a nursing home, and her ex-husband is in Hawaii—with a younger woman. In her late forties, Julia is now used to being invisible. But even if she has to do it alone, she’s determined to celebrate her victory over breast cancer by hiking Italy’s Cinque Terre. And while she’s there, she can scout out treasures for her interior design business back in Kentucky. Invigorated by the beauty of the Italian countryside, Julia seems unstoppable, until she’s injured by a rock—one that happens to belong to thirty-something stone mason Vitale DeLuca. Reluctantly, Julia accepts Vitale’s insistent offer of lodging while she recovers. But in his home, amid his exquisite sculptures, Julia sees beyond his charm and looks to something special: a talent she must bring to the world’s attention. And once she does, she plans to step aside to leave him in the spotlight. But Vitale has seen something in Julia too, something she is no longer able to recognize in herself. And he is determined to find a way to show it to her. Poignant and uplifting, Gaining Visibility is an exhilarating story of one woman’s realization that even the deepest scars have a beauty of their own—and that it’s time to take her place in the sun once more.
A very personal trainer... Personal trainer Bree Rice is happy to help Kale Barlow get in shape to win back his ex. Kale's drive and enthusiasm make him the perfect client. He's such a great guy, it's easy to be his friend, too. All too soon, though, their friendship develops into something deeper...something off-limits. Bree knows love and work don't mix--been there, felt that heartache. But it doesn't seem to matter how many times she reminds him of his original goal. Kale is nothing if not determined, especially when it comes to convincing Bree that they are the perfect partners, both in and out of the gym.
Lesbian clergy today face a multiplicity of challenging issues. In Out in the Pulpit, author Dr. Pamela Pater-Ennis utilizes the intersecting concepts found in social work and theology as an interpretive framework to dissect and discuss these issues. Pater-Ennis addresses the questions of the theoretical constructs of the social identity theory, ecological theory, and the anti-oppressive theory. She’s compiled the data from interviews, utilizing modified grounded theory and listening guide methodologies to give “voice” to the lesbian clergy and the challenges they faced because of their religious, spiritual, and sexual identities. Out in the Pulpit, a qualitative study, offers new insights into the current debate about the inclusion or exclusion of lesbian clergy in four Protestant, mainline denominations: The Reformed Church in America, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the Presbyterian Church in the United States, and the United Church of Christ. While lesbian clergy remain marginalized in each of these denominations, this study reveals the positive contributions made to the church and society by those who remain active in their denominations and utilize their abilities to benefit their congregations. It is an encouraging book of redemption for lesbians and their allies who have struggled to find their place in the church.
A second chance to choose love Returning to Taylor's Grove is bittersweet for Audrey Merrill. She's come home to take care of her ailing mother and finally face her painful past. She just never expected her daughter's new teacher would be Mark Dublin. As childhood sweethearts, she and Mark were inseparable. Until her sister's tragic death — an accident Audrey blames on him. Mark is back to make amends. And, surrounded by memories of happier times, it doesn't take Audrey long to remember the love they once shared. Now she's faced with the same dilemma as years ago: hold on to the sorrow or forgive and embrace happiness.
Married too young, divorced too soon? Jeff Wells hasn't seen his ex-wife, Maggie Russell, in years. Yet as they reunite to settle their son into his college dorm, Jeff discovers the attraction between them is still present — and very strong. Yet so are the reasons they shouldn't be together... Still, what's the harm in giving into their desire for a few days? No expectations, no strings. But the affair is so passionate soon Jeff wants more. He wants what they used to have, only better. First, he needs to convince Maggie this is their second chance at love and not simply a repeat of the past.
Will his secret be safe? Sol Beecher returned home from serving in Afghanistan a changed man. Closed off, he hasn't opened up to anyone in years, and he certainly has no intention of doing so with EmmyLou Creighton. She, however, seems determined to get under his skin...and into his bed. Any other man would be thrilled to have the enticing EmmyLou pursue him, but a relationship with her means exposing his prosthetic leg. They're thrown together at every turn, and keeping the truth from her becomes increasingly harder–as does hiding his attraction. How can Sol trust his biggest vulnerability with someone who's obviously hiding her own secrets behind that alluring smile?
Paris is always a good idea...right? Tara O'Malley has traveled across the ocean to find her biological father--and maybe rediscover who she is. The last thing she's looking for is romance. Then she meets fellow American Garrett Hughes! Garrett may not be the reason she's on this journey, but he sure is a sweet distraction. Tara knows she's falling hard for everything about this man, including his sweet little boy, Dylan. But what will happen when she has to go back home and leave them behind? It's definitely not the best time to fall in love, but when in Paris...
Kyndal Rawlings thought she'd learned her lesson when Chance Brennan left her to pursue his Ivy League dreams. Yet here she is, in Kentucky, falling for him all over again. Maybe it's being stranded in a cave with him...the same place they first became lovers. Or maybe there's still something between them.
Right From The Start by Jeanie London Emotional control. That's divorce counsellor Kenzie James's motto and one of the rules she's built her professional reputation on. But her own control is challenged when the gorgeous Will Russell offers her a business deal too good to be true. From the moment they shake hands, Kenzie's ordered world is thrown into chaos with the wild feelings he creates in her. And the attraction only intensifies when she witnesses Will's fierce love for his autistic son. One thing is for sure, he's definitely showing her that nothing is black and white when it comes to love. The Summer Place by Pamela Hearon Summer Delaney has turned over a new leaf. Now she's ready to step up and run her parents' camp – the place she loves most in the world. Too bad her parents aren't convinced of her dedication. In fact, they've hired someone else – someone with very conflicting ideas about how the camp should operate! A former military man, Rick Warren's approach couldn't be more different than hers. But there's an unexpected effect from all that clashing of wills and the heat of debate turns to steamy attraction! With the camp's future hanging in the balance, Summer must work with Rick to create a place kids will love – and a place where their love might have a chance...
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