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From Emma Donoghue, the national bestselling author of Room, Slammerkin is "[a] colorful romp of a novel" (The New York Times Book Review) following one woman's journey of self-discovery and survival at the dawn of the industrial revolution in eighteenth century England.Slammerkin: A loose gown; a loose woman.Born to rough cloth in Hogarth's London, but longing for silk, Mary Saunders's eye for a shiny red ribbon leads her to prostitution at a young age. A dangerous misstep sends her fleeing to Monmouth, and the position of household seamstress, the ordinary life of an ordinary girl with no expectations. But Mary has known freedom, and having never known love, it is freedom that motivates her. Mary asks herself if the prostitute who hires out her body is more or less free than the "honest woman" locked into marriage, or the servant who runs a household not her own? And is either as free as a man? Ultimately, Mary remains true only to the three rules she learned on the streets: Never give up your liberty. Clothes make the woman. Clothes are the greatest lie ever told.

Nicky Sullivan is the resident manager of a sober living home in Chicago. There she rides herd on ten newly sober addicts and alcoholics, trying to point them in the right direction while keeping their chaos to a minimum. But when one of her residents is murdered, Nicky turns to the investigative skills honed during her past career as a homicide detective. She calls on her old police partner who has been assigned the murder investigation along with his new partner, a woman beautiful enough to give Nicky pause. The body count starts to mount as it becomes clear a serial killer is at work, targeting newly relapsed women, all of whom have some connection to Nicky. Each death makes her feel she's wielded the knife herself. In the midst of the tragedy, she finds herself falling in love. With the lives of fragile women in the balance, Nicky finds her own sobriety threatened. Can Nicky save her lover and find the killer? How many others must die before she does?

A lyrical, intimate portrait of a young woman's coming of age in a Germany torn apart by the Thirty Years War, Teach the Children to Pray is a novel for anyone who has ever grappled with the question of how to live well in difficult times. "Pray, children, pray / Tomorrow comes the Swede / Tomorrow comes Oxenstiern' / To teach the children to pray / Pray, children, pray" - German children's rhyme, the Thirty Years War 1618. A witch hunt forces ten year-old Josefine Dorn and her father to the harsh, unforgiving roads of Germany. That same year, Bohemian Protestants throw the Holy Roman Emperor's regents from a castle window, sparking a religious war that soon engulfs the whole Empire. Driven by misfortune and desperation, Josefine's father enlists, and Josefine follows him into the army's baggage train. In the army, Josefine learns to survive, first as a child looking after her soldier father, and later, in the unlikely role of field surgeon, tending to the war's broken and ailing. Josefine's story is interwoven with the ordinary people of Germany-men and women; Protestants, Catholics and Jews; believers and nonbelievers-as they strive to hold onto what truly matters in spite of plundering armies and narrow-minded princes. Evocatively written and infused with warmth and humanity, Teach the Children to Pray brings to life a richly-drawn cast of characters through the eyes of its striking heroine and her extraordinary story of lost faith, forbidden love, and the search for peace in a time of endless war.

When a desperate young man strikes in Kettering, killing a woman and injuring several others, Detective Inspector Caitlin Murphy's world is turned upside down. Just as she begins to grapple with the aftermath, another body is discovered at Lac Sainte-Marine, deep in Ontario's picturesque cottage country. With no identification and few clues, Murphy and her homicide unit are plunged into a complex investigation that reveals layers of blackmail, religious fanaticism, and an unexpected serial killer.As Murphy navigates her own personal struggles with PTSD and a tempestuous relationship, she must piece together the identity of the victim and the motive behind the murders. The serene backdrop of forests and lakes contrasts sharply with the dark secrets she uncovers. Can Murphy find the real killer before more lives are lost, or will the peaceful facade of Lac Sainte-Marine be shattered forever?Liz McGillicuddy's Murder at Lac Sainte-Marine is a gripping thriller that blends psychological depth with heart-pounding suspense. It's a story of resilience, faith, and the relentless pursuit of justice.

Mauvaise Partance Bonne Arrivée"A bad beginning brings a good end," that's what Mawmaw Guidry used to say. They're the words Priscilla, Catherine, and Desiree have lived by all their lives, but when a fatal car accident brings Desiree's life to an abrupt end, Catherine and Priscilla are left reeling. Catherine must face the horrors of, once again, being known as a survivor while Priscilla is haunted by her guilt-ridden grief and hunted by a monster that seeks to consume her. A bad beginning brings a good end, but is there one to be found in the carnage?

Flynn Dalton just wants to marry her girlfriend, Genesis, go back to her construction job, and get on with her life. But first she has to defeat a revenge-crazed psychic succubus who is erasing people from existence.... Flynn is in a tough spot. The National Psychic Registry will exile Genesis for her use of dark magic if Flynn doesn't do their bidding... and Gen doesn't even know the Registry is using her for leverage. The only way for Flynn to get her life back-and protect Gen-is to find and kill Tempest Granfeld, the disembodied succubus removing Registry members from time. But no matter how hard Flynn works, she makes little progress. Using her abilities takes a mental and physical toll, and she's so tired that she can't keep an eye on Gen, who's struggling with her dark magic addiction. When Tempest sets her sights on Genesis, Flynn is pushed to her breaking point. Can she embrace her power once and for all and be the hero Gen needs? Dead Woman's Secret is the thrilling conclusion to Elle E. Ire's spine-tingling, immersive Nearly Departed trilogy. Fans of lesbian fiction, psychic problem-solvers, and badass heroines will lose themselves in this sexy, spooky paranormal adventure.

Dr. Miriam Stewart works tirelessly to help Appalachian women gain control over their bodies-to make a deliberate decision whether to be a mother. Bone-weary, but with a nagging fear of the obsolescence of retirement, Miriam is sandwiched between two frustratingly independent women; neither will listen to her advice. Her aging mother, Lillian, a locally beloved, retired mountain midwife, refuses to leave her farmhouse nestled deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Olivia, her thirty-year-old daughter, searches for the perfect sperm donor for the baby she's determined to have.When a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity promises her work legacy will continue, Miriam's passion is renewed. But her carefully ordered world explodes when the fulfillment of her dream collides with her mother's long-kept secrets. Secrets that undermine the very foundation of Miriam's beliefs about who she is, her career, and especially, what it means to mother. Miriam is faced with an impossible choice.In The Mother Gene, Lynne Bryant casts a contemporary story of mothers and daughters against the backdrop of a not-so-distant dark time in American history, when powerful forces sought to control who should have children. Three generations of women struggle with the intertwined choices of sex, love, pregnancy, and motherhood.

Professional grifter Tinker and her apprentice, Penny Chaplin, have been conning their way across America for the past five years. They rob from the rich and corrupt and give to the deserving: themselves.There aren't many rules to being a grifter.Don't get greedy.Always trust your partner.Never fall for a mark.In the summer of 1945, killing time between jobs in Albuquerque, they're going to break all three.

A dark fairy tale in a modern Greek setting. When the adopted daughter of a harpy falls in love with a human girl, she must risk everything to protect the two worlds she tiptoes between.Living in the wild with her monstrous mother, Iphis has always known that survival comes hand in hand with loneliness. But as she develops feelings for beautiful Yolanthe, a girl in the nearby town, her heart yearns for a different kind of future. When Iphis is attacked by a group of enraged harpies hell-bent on tearing her apart from her mother, she must choose whether to run or stand with Yolanthe in a fight for life, love, and a future where she can finally spread her wings.This is a standalone novelette of about 11,500 words, and is the fifth instalment in the Dark Folklore series.

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This is the story of Jack, who struggles with his sexual identity and meets the elegant yet incredibly mysterious Laurent Richelieu. Jack thinks his stroke of bad luck with men and women has ended, or is it the beginning of a nightmare?The two begin their courtship-during that time, Jack encounters many horrifying experiences involving vampirism, paranormal experiences, and possible reincarnation, making him question his sanity. The more time Jack spends with his mysterious European love interest Laurent, the more revealed about the dark secret awaiting Jack. Are they destined to be together? -does Laurent honestly care for Jack? Or is there a more sinister plot involved with two other vampires from Laurent's past, Stefan and Fabien? Can the help of a self-described Voodoo High Priestess, "Queen Raphaella," alter Jack's predestined future, or is his fate already sealed? The story covers many periods. From 18th century Paris to the later part of 20th century New Orleans and Haiti, where vampires roam and feast on the blood of innocent mortals, spirits appear, physical and spiritual love survives all odds, and good engages evil in an unwinnable battle.

Enjoy this special edition print only box-set of Turning Point and Turn for Home by Lara Zielinsky celebrating the 10th anniversary of Turning Point's publication. Her award-winning work was an anchor in lesbian fiction and has inspired countless authors and readers.Turning Point:2007 Winner Lesbian Fiction Reader's Choice Awards: Favorite Lesbian Romance Book2008 Golden Crown Literary Society Finalist for Lesbian Debut AuthorTurn for Home:2010 Rainbow Award Winner: Lesbian Contemporary

Deadly deception, dirty drugs, and dangerous dreams.Luca Romero's journey to becoming a writer is shattered by a web of deceit and betrayal. Trapped on a dangerous drug farm, Luca fights to survive while another woman takes her place in the limelight.Marissa Vargas, daughter of a powerful drug cartel boss, faces a choice between loyalty to her family and her dreams of escape.When their paths cross in a world of danger and corruption, they'll have to rely on each other to fight their way to freedom. As Luca and Marissa navigate the treacherous waters of ambition and survival, their lives become intertwined in this heart-wrenching tale of courage and determination. But in a world of deadly deception and dirty drugs, will their bond be enough to see them through to the other side?Join Luca and Marissa as they embark on a journey of self-discovery, perseverance, and hope in this page-turning story of dangerous dreams and unbreakable spirit.

Libby luta contra uma doença debilitante e está resignada com a vida de solteira. Quando ela sai uma noite com colegas de trabalho, a última coisa que ela espera é tropeçar com a mulher dos seus sonhos: Jo.Não demora muito até que ela se apaixone por ela. Mas a impressionante revelação de Jo poderia significar o fim de seu novo relacionamento e, como se isso não bastasse, a meio-vampira de 150 anos tem inimigos poderosos - incluindo seu pai.Ao entrar no perigoso mundo de Jo, Libby é atraída para uma teia de segredos e perigos. Será que ela pode superar as probabilidades aparentemente intransponíveis e sobreviver?

Dies ist der dritte Teil über die verrückte Liebe zwischen Nina, einer sehr vollbusigen, jungen Frau und dem 30 Jahre älteren Bernd, einem typischen Scheidungsopfer. Nachdem die ersten beide Teile einen bestechenden Realismus an den Tag gelegt haben, werden die Handlungen im dritten Teil übersteigert und teilweise grotesk überdreht. Dennoch basieren die Erzählstränge wiederum skizzenhaft auf realen Begebenheiten, die sich in Teilen so oder so ähnlich irgendwo im besten Deutschland aller Zeiten abgespielt haben.Nachdem Nina in den Klub zurück gekehrt war, ging es nicht nur darum selbst anzuschaffen, sondern aktiv dabei zu helfen, andere Frauen für das Gewerbe zu gewinnen. Sogar ihre beste Freundin bringt sie dazu, als Hure zu arbeiten. Statt abzustillen machte Nina ihre großen Milchspender zum Fetisch nicht nur für ihre Freier sondern auch für sich selbst. Schnell gibt sie ihre Vorsätze auf und gerät tiefer in einen Strudel voller skurriler Ereignisse, die sie selbst mit herbeiführt, aber bald nicht mehr kontrollieren kann. Am Ende ist sie zwar die beste Nutte der Stadt und führt eigenes Bordell, wo sie als 24-Jährige zur Puffmutter wird. Aber ihren Erfolg auskosten kann sie nicht, denn die Zuhälter lassen nicht locker Wie lange kann sie den Schein ihrer Unabhängigkeit bewahren? Trotzig macht sie weiter, unterstützt von Bernd.

Libby luta contra uma doença debilitante e está resignada com a vida de solteira. Quando ela sai uma noite com colegas de trabalho, a última coisa que ela espera é tropeçar com a mulher dos seus sonhos: Jo.Não demora muito até que ela se apaixone por ela. Mas a impressionante revelação de Jo poderia significar o fim de seu novo relacionamento e, como se isso não bastasse, a meio-vampira de 150 anos tem inimigos poderosos - incluindo seu pai.Ao entrar no perigoso mundo de Jo, Libby é atraída para uma teia de segredos e perigos. Será que ela pode superar as probabilidades aparentemente intransponíveis e sobreviver?

Lorsque nous perdons l'essentiel, que reste t-il de nous?Nous nous retrouvons à rassembler les morceaux brisés, survivant plutôt que vivant. Puis, un jour, la décision de recommencer à zéro surgit, apportant avec elle une lueur d'espoir renouvelée.C'est l'histoire de Glenn, confronté à une série d'échecs et de pertes, qui choisit de s'envoler vers de nouveaux horizons dans un coin tranquille du sud de la France. C'est aussi celle d'Hervé, un père célibataire, réalise qu'il se ment depuis des années, depuis la perte prématurée de l'amour de sa vie.Les rencontres fortuites sont parfois les plus magnifiques. Explorez celle entre un flamant rose rouge carmin cherchant sa place parmi ses congénères et celle d'un lion qui, derrière son apparence majestueuse, dissimule ses failles et ses fragilités.

A shocking revelation about her best friend sends Libby reeling. The more she finds out, the more confused she becomes. But what she's always known about Emma doesn't jibe with what her girlfriend Jo and her vampire friends tell her.Jo's obvious prejudice only serves to further muddy the picture. To make things worse, Libby has no idea how she keeps inciting Jo's anger. It soon becomes clear that Emma's whole family is in terrible danger, and Libby doesn't know if she can forgive her own part in it. When Emma is taken, Libby vows to find her at any cost.Soon, Libby faces a difficult choice: being herself and losing the love of her life, or risk losing herself in order to save their love.This book contains adult content and is not recommended for readers under the age of 18.This is the large print edition of A Warrior For Her, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading.

This is an epic story about two men in love. And food. Set in China in 1924, Hong Kong in 1945, London in 1947, France in 1948 and Rome in the early 1950s Food, love and Victorian poetry. And indissoluble friendships. About seeing life as a newsreel and dissecting it in a doctoral thesis. A multi-sensory experience that includes eating leftover rice with warm milk and sugar for breakfast, the music of Ray Ventura, Italian Nuovo Realismo cinema, Baroque gardens, an evening at a gay pub in London's Soho, facing up to AIDS, Cucina Povera in Rome, the songs of Noel Coward, one hour in the Antico Caffè Greco, two hours in a prisoner of-war camp in Hong Kong, a scene from Virgil's Aeneid, and the poetry of Catullus. Who can be both male and female, a steadfast coward, a knight with no quest, a doubting evangelist, a cook who doesn't want to eat and a poet who doesn't write a line? Meet Manette not for answers but for what it means to be all these things and alive.

Detective Constable Maggie Glass's life ended and began at the age of eight, her memories before that time held captive in the deep recesses of her mind.When Maggie responds to the scene of a gruesome murder on the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle, the image of a woman burning at the stake bursts into Maggie's consciousness, and she can no longer ignore the trauma she suffered on that fateful night eighteen years ago.With the details of this murder matching so closely to the murders Maggie witnessed as a child, are the answers to solving the crimes locked away in Maggie's brain? Will unlocking her suppressed memories destroy Maggie? Or fuel her desire for justice?

The seas spell freedom.Pirates and kraken, boats and submarines, deadly sirens, mermaids, and the women who face them all. These are our heroes.High seas adventure, fantasy, and magic weave together in this sapphic anthology focusing on the joy of the unbounded oceans.