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Years after their groundbreaking journey into the past, Artorius and his team stumble upon a devastating revelation: the Chinese government has dispatched five time-travelers and a trove of advanced technology back to 165 CE, during the waning days of the Han dynasty. While believing they were guiding Rome toward a new era of modernization and unity, the emergence of Chinese influence threatens to unravel everything they have fought for.

Brought to you by Penguin. THE SECOND BOOK IN THE IRRESISTIBLE FANTASY ROMANCE TRILOGY! In a realm of necromancy and ancient magic, an exiled princess joins forces with the king who cursed her kingdom to journey into the depths of the...

Die Leiche eines Mannes mit einer Schusswunde in der Brust wird an einen Strand an der Küste von North Yorkshire gespült. Der einzige Hinweis zur Identität des Opfers ist ein Ring mit zwei eingravierten Namen. Zum ersten Mal seit über dreißig Jahren ist DCI Tom Raven wieder in seiner Heimatstadt Scarborough. Als ihm vorgeschlagen wird, die Mordermittlungen zu leiten, nimmt er das Angebot an.

In the shadows of Crow’s Nest, a decadent bakery pulsing with secrets, honey isn’t just sweet — it’s a weapon. When disgraced pastry chef Elodie Vaughn is hired to perfect a mysterious honey cake, she expects redemption. Instead, she meets Jasper Crowe: a beekeeper, a kingpin, and the architect of a dark empire hidden beneath sugar and gold. Drawn into Jasper’s sticky web of seduction and control, Elodie discovers that every swirl of honey hides a confession, every bite conceals a sting.

In the shadow of FrostBite Foods, flavor is power — and submission is only a bite away. Dr. Alessia Lombardi, a disgraced food chemist, uncovers the ultimate betrayal: Giovanni Vitale’s frozen pizza empire is built on human-derived umami and addictive compounds. Her father’s death. Her destroyed reputation. All roads lead back to Giovanni — the Ice King who worships flavor like a dark god. Obsessed, Alessia infiltrates his empire to destroy it from within. But seduction seeps deeper than any sauce.

In Paws in the Pasture: 100 Stories of Farm Pets, Loyalty, and Legacy, every cluck, bark, bleat, and purr tells a tale of heart. From border collies who outrun storms to pigs who root out danger, from owls who ride tractors to goats with a taste for hats—this collection captures the quirky charm, fierce devotion, and quiet wisdom of barnyard animals who became family.

When Ronald Reagan chose C. Everett Koop to be Surgeon General of the United States in 1981, liberal politicians, women's groups, and even the public health community opposed the nomination because of his conservative social views and strong anti-abortion beliefs. By the time he left office in...

When investigative journalist Claire Dervin stumbles upon a burglary report involving a retired surgeon, she senses something deeper. What she finds is a hidden network of silence—diaries encoded with trauma, institutions that looked away, and survivors buried beneath decades of disbelief. As Claire unearths stories long dismissed, the walls of complicity begin to crack. But truth comes with a price.

He came to Ireland to outrun his past—finding love was the last thing on his mind. But on a windswept beach in a land steeped in story, he met her—Niamh, with her sea-glass eyes and green ribbons in her hair. A girl who seemed more mystery and myth than real. Together they wandered ancient paths, explored quiet villages, and collected memories like stones and trinkets: songs and secrets… as well as something older still, hidden just beneath the memory of the world.

Carnivore Crushes: Where Love is Rare, Medium, and Well Done serves up 30 sizzling romantic comedies seasoned with meat, mischief, and mouthwatering chemistry. From BBQ showdowns and butcher shop flirtations to food truck rivalries and fake-date feasts, this unapologetically carnivorous collection celebrates love’s messiest, meatiest moments. Fall for a brisket pact gone wrong. Bite into bacon-fueled wagers and rib-fest revenge. Cheer for second-chance hookups behind the butcher counter, and swoon through sausage-fueled meet-cutes.

Staplers aren't the only things getting jammed. In this scorchingly addictive collection of ten high-heat office erotica stories, enemies become lovers, coworkers become liabilities, and every locked door becomes an invitation. Expect stolen glances across cubicles, whispered threats in meeting rooms, and copy room hookups hot enough to melt toner. These aren’t soft romances—they’re raw, ruthless, and dripping with tension. Think desks used for anything but spreadsheets, HR policies broken by the second paragraph, and rivalries that end in breathless, sweat-slicked surrender.

Sophie, a registered psych nurse and certified perfectionist, is almost ready to join a dating app. As soon as she gets the perfect profile written, the perfect photo taken, and a few practice dates in. So when shy, awkward pharmaceutical salesman Henry stops by the clinic, she asks him out—just as friends. But Henry’s been harboring a secret crush for months, and that night, a messy, hot chemistry sparks between them.

As a child, I was banished from the magical island of Elysium, sent to the mortal realm, for a mistake I didn’t make… Twelve years later, my once-best friend, werewolf prince Luca Ferrar, has been sent to bring me home. Elysium’s Oracle claims he’s my fated mate, and that together we are destined to stop the Darkness consuming Elysium. I can’t forgive Luca for not coming for me all those years ago. I can’t forgive my people for banishing me. And most importantly, I cannot fall in love with my sexy-as-sin fated mate.

I’ve always had a thing for pretty, feisty Kiera Silvermoon. Unfortunately, she’s always had an eye for one man: my best friend and the new White Woods pack alpha, Luca Ferrar. But now that Luca’s freshly-mated, Kiera’s noticed me—really noticed me—for the first time in my life. I’m under no illusion that she wants me—I’m a distraction, and I know it. But the more I see past the vain exterior Kiera has always presented to the pack, the more determined I am to have her—forever. The only thing I need to do is convince her I’m the wolf for her.

‘. . . for only men with courage and a sense of patriotism join the Armed Forces.’That is what General Satyawant Mallanah Shrinagesh wrote to his son Satish as he contemplated a career in the army.As one of the earliest Chiefs of Army Staff of newly independent India, he believed deeply that...

When Jesse stumbles upon an ancient deck of cards, he is pulled into a labyrinth of shifting realities, forgotten histories, and a destiny he never asked for. Alongside the enigmatic Lyra, whose past is as tangled as his own, he must unravel the secrets of the Silver Thread before time itself unravels. It is a story of two threads intertwined, where past and present blur, and the line between choice and fate is razor-thin.

Nicole Bradley has life figured out at nineteen. Her best friend ran off with some guy to live happily ever after, far, far away, and Nikki’s memory has been fuzzy since sustaining a concussion, but she’ll be fine. She always is. When Nikki meets a cute and charming foreigner, her heart beats a little faster under his electrifying touch even while her subconscious nags that something is not quite right.

Ever wondered what your dog walker, pet groomer, or shelter volunteer really means to your furry friend? In Careers with Claws & Paws: 100 Tiny Tales Told by Their Furriest Clients, the animals take the mic—and their stories might just steal your heart. From a subway-savvy coyote who redefines city life to a shy kitten who transforms a shelter worker’s purpose, these heartfelt, humorous, and inspiring mini-memoirs show how animal professionals change lives (and get changed in return).

From mistletoe mishaps to fondue fiascos, this delicious collection of bite-sized love stories serves up charm, chaos, and chemistry—one holiday at a time. In Love on the Holiday Menu, thirty romantic comedies unfold across seasons and celebrations: a Christmas cookie sabotage turns into sweet redemption, a Valentine’s nugget artist wins over a grumpy regular, and two Black Friday shoppers brawl over the last baguette—then share it in the snow. With foodie flirtations, festive meet-cutes, and more than a few kitchen disasters, each story brings laughter, heart, and flavor to the table.

Spiced Kisses: 30 Romantic Comedies Stirred, Shaken & Seasoned to Perfection is a deliciously charming collection of short love stories set in the aromatic world of Spice & Soul Co. , where every romance begins with a bold flavor and a fiery clash. From cinnamon-sweet crushes to chili-flake rivalries, these bite-sized tales simmer with flirtation, mischief, and heart. Whether it’s a turmeric optimist teaming up with a grumpy ginger, or a cocktail showdown between rosemary and bourbon barrel-aged pepper, opposites attract and sparks fly—in and out of the kitchen.