Adventures for the Heart" is a collection of loosely metered verse and independent short stories, most of which are not more than a page in length. The themes are wide- ranging. There is a poem, for example, that offers specific help in living with autism (see Zara); another raises questions about destiny and fate (see Dance); still another story looks at present lives, from a far distance into the future (see Atonement). Follow in the footsteps of Shady Scrivener, Windy Wayne, and Nancy as they walk down a 'syrupy path along the mid-night surf and prepare to open secrets' . . . (see the Prologue). This book is suitable for all persons of the age of reason and above.
From the heartbroken protagonist she depicted in her first published story, "Death of a Traveling Salesman," to the reflective widow she described in her last novel, The Optimist's Daughter, Eudora Welty wrote realistically about the shadows and radiance of love. In a meticulous exploration of this theme, Sally Wolff combines new readings of Welty's fiction with contextual information and background drawn from a nineteen-year friendship with Welty. A common image in much of Welty's fiction, the rose has traditionally symbolized love in literature. Wolff argues that the dark rose-from the height of its brilliance to the end of its life-serves as an apt metaphor for the dichotomies Welty presents, equally suggestive of beauty and sadness, as well as the comic, tragic, and mysterious qualities of love. While some of Welty's characters seem autobiographical-a daughter remembering her parents' marriage or a broodingly hopeful member of a large family wedding-at times Welty analyzes from a distance the dynamics of successful and troubled loving relationships. Although Welty experienced love several times during her life, she never married, and Wolff argues that this vantage point allowed Welty to write from an objective perspective in her fiction about the varied dimensions of love. A Dark Rose explores several texts to examine Welty's nuanced and intricate portrayals of love. Though love in Welty's fiction fails, wears thin, and even faces death-it remains a vital force in her characters' lives.
Kismet leads some to greatness, love and acceptance. But some have to go through trials in there lives that feels like hell on earth. The things we do in the past shapes how kismet leads us to our destiny
In 2009, Sally Rose's life-long dream of teaching English abroad becomes a reality when she goes to Chile as a volunteer teacher. Some days, her dream is more like a nightmare as she struggles with both the language and the culture. From avaricious school owners to chaotic classrooms, she is confronted with the complexities of being a "stranger in a strange land" while striving to make a difference for her students.
Step back into the early days of America, where Rose Harwood and her sisters become indentured to the highest bidders. When Rose’s new owner takes her deep into Indian Territory, a young frontiersman named Nate Kinyon tags along, hoping to save Rose from the machinations of a grubby trader and the appraising looks of young braves. How much is he willing to pay—in dollars and sense—to redeem the woman he loves? And how much is Rose willing to sacrifice for his protection?
Rose is a young Romani gypsy girl who travels around Romania and Europe in a caravan with her family. Playing music - on their own or with extended family and friends - her life is happy, until Rose suddenly finds herself an orphan after a dreadful car accident. This is the beginning of many changes for Rose as she is forced to adapt to another country and a new family, and she realises that she's not sure of her identity.
I have not got used to my new mum, even though I love her (I absolutely love her), but I miss my happy, painting, dancing, gardening, smiling mum.'' Amber Rose and her family are dealing with tragedy and change. But sometimes hope suddenly blooms ...
He was the high school sweetheart who disappeared without a trace. Now he wants a second chance at her heart. Can two wounded souls learn to love again? When a Hollywood movie takes over sleepy Orcas Island, Rose Hardy is hardly impressed—even when she discovers August Quinn is among the crew. She's got a plan to save the family farm, and nothing's going to stop her—not even a wild night with her ex. Rose was just eighteen when her mom died and August left town in the middle of the night. With the support of friends and her beloved grandfather, she pursued a singular focus: to keep her mother’s legacy alive. But when a record-breaking heat wave hits and threatens to take away everything she's worked for, she’s forced to find out who she can trust—and who she can’t. Much changed in August’s decade away from Orcas Island…just not his love for Rose. Trouble is, after an accident shattered his leg, he’s convinced he’s half the man she needs. And when his doubts get the better of him, he does the only thing he knows how: disappears. Struggling to reconcile between her head and her heart, Rose must learn to find happiness again. Set on a rugged island at the edge of the Pacific, Second Chance Rose will have you rooting for love and the power of second chances. This is book 2 in the Wildflower Romance series. Each can be read as a complete standalone. HEA guaranteed!
Step back into the early days of America, where Rose Harwood and her sisters become indentured to the highest bidders. When Rose’s new owner takes her deep into Indian Territory, a young frontiersman named Nate Kinyon tags along, hoping to save Rose from the machinations of a grubby trader and the appraising looks of young braves. How much is he willing to pay—in dollars and sense—to redeem the woman he loves? And how much is Rose willing to sacrifice for his protection?
Meet Me in St. Louis" was written by Sally Benson in 1941. It tells the story of the Smith family in 1903, who were looking forward to the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis. It was originally published in New Yorker magazine as "The Kensington Stories" and later adapted to become the major motion picture, "Meet Me in St. Louis," starring Judy Garland in 1944.
Chantelle is 'damaged goods' according to the man who hurt her. Chantell then gets a commision to renovate a cottage, in a sleepy little village. She doesn't know that she will meet another man, who will heal her soul and show her how to trust and love again. Learning to trust and love again, she also meets a few more unique people who help her to realise that life is worth living and so her journey begins. But Chantelle doesn't know that the man who hurt her will again feature in her life. Will she survive, or fall again?
Beautiful, twenty-three year old, Rose Hatcher, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, accepted the teaching position at the new school in the small town of Sugar Creek, Oklahoma. Befriended by the town's marshal, Will Cain, Rose quickly adjusted to life in the west. Her love for teaching became her life. Fifteen-year old, Emily Blackwell, found a special place in Rose's heart. Emily dreamed of becoming the first woman doctor in Oklahoma. Rose was determined to see that Emily's dream came true. Just as Rose and Will became closer friends, she met his brother, Gabe Cain, marshal of Teardrop. 'Two Cains and One Rose'. Will she be caught up in a love triangle? Which one will she choose?
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "A stunningly clever thriller made doubly suspenseful by not one, but two unreliable narrators." — People Sally Hepworth, the author of The Mother-In-Law delivers a knock-out of a novel about the lies that bind two sisters in The Good Sister. There's only been one time that Rose couldn't stop me from doing the wrong thing and that was a mistake that will haunt me for the rest of my life. Fern Castle works in her local library. She has dinner with her twin sister Rose three nights a week. And she avoids crowds, bright lights and loud noises as much as possible. Fern has a carefully structured life and disrupting her routine can be...dangerous. When Rose discovers that she cannot get pregnant, Fern sees her chance to pay her sister back for everything Rose has done for her. Fern can have a baby for Rose. She just needs to find a father. Simple. Fern's mission will shake the foundations of the life she has carefully built for herself and stir up dark secrets from the past, in this quirky, rich and shocking story of what families keep hidden.
In this ground-breaking book, author Sally Harrison follows Matlock Rose along the path that made him a legend among performance horse trainers. She sheds light on the work ethic that was the "secret" of his success. Although Rose's forbidding presence was enough to crack some competitors, Harrison reveals the humor, generosity and unshakable loyalty of a man who stands as a symbol of the true American horseman.
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