A Beastly Scandal
A Beastly Scandal

Author: Shereen Vedam

Publisher: ImaJinn Books

Published: 2013-04-15

Total Pages: 253

ISBN-13: 1610261259

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"Shereen Vedam delightfully combined Regency paranormal drama with lively characters and touches of humor. A treat to enjoy!"--NYT bestselling author Jo Beverly A tale as old as time . . . Lady Annabelle Marchant was a belle of the ball in London until she attempted to save a man's life with her psychic senses. She failed miserably, leaving him dead and her disgraced. All she wants now is a chance to comfort his widow by cleansing the woman's home of her husband's restless spirit. But the widow's son accuses her of coming to the wilds of Cheshire to snag him as a husband. Rufus Marlesbury, the beastly Earl of Terrance, is suspected of murdering his father. He has come home to clear his name by finding the real killer before the new year, or Rufus will be called in front of the House of Lords to answer for the crime. With an unruly manor ghost terrorizing the occupants, and corpses piling up in the village, Belle must find a way to uncover the man beneath the beast. Rufus, too, must learn to believe in the love of a woman who has no reason to trust him. Only by working together can they stop a killer before he strikes again . . . . Once upon a time, Shereen read fantasy and romance novels to entertain herself. Now she writes heartwarming tales braided with threads of magic and love and mystery elements woven in for good measure. She's a fan of resourceful women, intriguing men, and happily-ever-after endings. If her stories whisk you away to a different realm for a few hours, then Shereen will have achieved one of her life goals.

The Sexual Constitution of Political Authority
The Sexual Constitution of Political Authority

Author: Aleardo Zanghellini

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-04-24

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 1134066996

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While there is no shortage of studies addressing the state’s regulation of the sexual, research into the ways in which the sexual governs the state and its attributes is still in its infancy. The Sexual Constitution of Political Authority argues that there are good reasons to suppose that our understandings of state power quiver with erotic undercurrents. The book maintains, more specifically, that the relationship between ideas of political authority and male same-sex desire is especially fraught. Through a series of case studies where a statesman’s same-sex desire was put on trial (either literally or metaphorically) as a problem for the good exercise of public powers, the book shows the resilience and adaptability of cultural beliefs in the incompatibility between public office and male same-sex desire. Some of the case studies analysed are familiar ground for both political/constitutional history and the history of sexuality. The Sexual Constitution of Political Authority argues, however, that only by systematically reading questions of institutional politics and questions of sexuality through each other will we have access to the most interesting insights that a study of these trials can generate. Whether they involve obscure public officials or iconic rulers such as Hadrian and James I, these compelling fragments of queer history reveal that the disavowal of male same-sex desire has been, and partly remains, central to mainstream understandings of political authority.

Delphi Collected Works of P. C. Wren (Illustrated)
Delphi Collected Works of P. C. Wren (Illustrated)

Author: P. C. Wren

Publisher: Delphi Classics

Published: 2022-10-19

Total Pages: 6664

ISBN-13: 1801700885

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P. C. Wren was an English author of adventure fiction, who is best remembered today for his enduring 1924 classic ‘Beau Geste’. It concerns the adventures of three brothers that enlist in the French Foreign Legion, based partly on the author’s own military experiences. Inspired by the works of Marryat, Ballantyne, Henty and Haggard, Wren’s novels demonstrate an inventive, humorous and thrilling taste for adventure, which has captivated readers for over a century. This comprehensive eBook presents Wren’s collected works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Wren’s life and works * Concise introductions to the novels * All 14 novels in the US public domain, with individual contents tables * Features rare novels and stories * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * Rare short story collections digitised here for the first time * Special chronological and alphabetical contents tables for the stories * Easily locate the stories you want to read * Ordering of texts into chronological order and genres Please note: due to US copyright restrictions, 12 later novels and 3 short story collections cannot appear in this edition. When new texts become available, they will be added to the eBook as a free update. CONTENTS: The Novels Father Gregory (1913) Snake and Sword (1914) The Wages of Virtue (1916) Driftwood Spars (1916) Cupid in Africa (1920) Beau Geste (1924) Beau Sabreur (1926) Soldiers of Misfortune (1929) Beggars’ Horses (1934) Explosion (1935) Paper Prison (1939) The Disappearance of General Jason (1940) Two Feet from Heaven (1940) The Uniform of Glory (1941) The Shorter Fiction Dew and Mildew (1912) In the Midst of Life (1914) Stepsons of France (1917) The Young Stagers (1917) Good Gestes (1929) Odd – But Even So (1941) The Short Stories List of Short Stories in Chronological Order List of Short Stories in Alphabetical Order Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks

Delphi Complete Works of P. C. Wren (Illustrated)
Delphi Complete Works of P. C. Wren (Illustrated)

Author: P. C. Wren

Publisher: Delphi Classics

Published: 2022-10-19

Total Pages: 7789

ISBN-13: 180170077X

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P. C. Wren was an English author of adventure fiction, who is best remembered today for his enduring 1924 classic ‘Beau Geste’. It concerns the adventures of three brothers that enlist in the French Foreign Legion, based partly on the author’s own military experiences. Inspired by the works of Marryat, Ballantyne, Henty and Haggard, Wren’s novels demonstrate an inventive, humorous and thrilling taste for adventure, which has captivated readers for over a century. For the first time in publishing history, this eBook presents Wren’s complete fictional works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Wren’s life and works * Concise introductions to the novels * All 26 novels, with individual contents tables * Features rare novels and stories * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * Special series contents tables for the ‘Beau Geste’ and ‘Sinbad’ books * Rare short story collections digitised here for the first time * Special chronological and alphabetical contents tables for the stories * Easily locate the stories you want to read * Ordering of texts into chronological order and genres Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles CONTENTS: The Beau Geste Series The Sinbad Books The Novels Father Gregory (1913) Snake and Sword (1914) The Wages of Virtue (1916) Driftwood Spars (1916) Cupid in Africa (1920) Beau Geste (1924) Beau Sabreur (1926) Beau Ideal (1928) Soldiers of Misfortune (1929) Mysterious Waye (1930) The Mammon of Righteousness (1930) Valiant Dust (1932) Action and Passion (1933) Beggars’ Horses (1934) Sinbad the Soldier (1935) Explosion (1935) Spanish Maine (1935) Fort in the Jungle (1936) Bubble Reputation (1936) The Man of a Ghost (1937) Worth Wile (1937) Cardboard Castle (1938) Paper Prison (1939) The Disappearance of General Jason (1940) Two Feet from Heaven (1940) The Uniform of Glory (1941) The Shorter Fiction Dew and Mildew (1912) In the Midst of Life (1914) Stepsons of France (1917) The Young Stagers (1917) Good Gestes (1929) Flawed Blades (1933) Port o’ Missing Men (1934) Rough Shooting (1938) Odd – But Even So (1941) The Short Stories List of Short Stories in Chronological Order List of Short Stories in Alphabetical Order Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks

A Scorching Dilemma
A Scorching Dilemma

Author: Shereen Vedam

Publisher: ImaJinn Books

Published: 2015-04-21

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 1611946441

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"Vedam's Regencies are filled with intricate whimsy. There's definitely more romance than grim in these fairytales." --Emma Jane Holloway, award winning author of A Study in Silk "A truly charming retelling of the Beauty and the Beast tale." --KeeperBookshelf.com of A Beastly Scandal ". . . a beautiful story filled with romance, murder, and a ghost."--Paranormal Romance Guild of A Beastly Scandal "The mystery . . . will keep you on the edge of your seat."--Blacklilackitty.wordpress.com of A Beastly Scandal He's not exactly Prince Charming . . . Fire shifter Daniel Trenton has only nightmarish memories of his mysterious past. As an orphan, raised on the streets, he does not have much in the way of prospects, but he is fine with that . . . until he falls in love with the daughter of a duke. Unfortunately, pursuing her would mean her social destruction. So he promises himself to leave her alone for her own good. But when her safety is threatened, Daniel has no choice but to become the hero she so desperately needs. Heiress Faith Rosemary Went always believed she would be given the choice of whom to marry. So why is her father demanding she wed a man she's never met, a man whose family terrifies her? When she resists the match, her prospective bridegroom's family kidnaps her and whisks her away to Gretna Green. Having no one to rely on, Faith sets off to rescue herself before she's ruined, or worse. Luckily, she discovers Daniel is already there. Daniel's investigation into Faith's disappearance unravels two decades of lies, multiple murders, and a fire-shifting family history that spans three centuries. His newfound discoveries put him in the position to proudly and rightfully proclaim his place in society and, more importantly, proclaim his love for Faith. But will he be able to prove the truth before Faith is forced to choose the wrong man? Once upon a time, Shereen read fantasy and romance novels to entertain herself. Now she writes heartwarming tales braided with threads of magic and love, and mystery elements woven in for good measure. She's a fan of resourceful women, intriguing men, and happily ever after endings. If her stories whisk you away to a different realm for a few hours, then Shereen will have achieved one of her life goals.

Circe's Daughter
Circe's Daughter

Author: Priscilla Craven

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2022-09-16

Total Pages: 299

ISBN-13:

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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Circe's Daughter" by Priscilla Craven. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

A Perfect Curse
A Perfect Curse

Author: Shereen Vedam

Publisher: ImaJinn Books

Published: 2015-06-30

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 1611946565

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"The author does an excellent job of bringing the Regency period to life in exquisite detail."--ParaYourNormal of A Devilish Slumber "This historical mystery/romance entertained and delighted me." -- bestselling author C.J. Anaya of A Devilish Slumber "A Beastly Scandal is full of mystery, murder, ghosts, love and happily eventually ever afters."-- Keeperbookshelf.com Who needs a prince, when you've got a huntsman? Nevara Wood is desperate to change her life. Plagued by shifting sight, which skews her normal vision and shows her disturbing visions, she's always felt odd and unlovable. And she greatly wants to be loved--especially by Mark Dimas, the man she has hero-worshiped since the day he saved her life. Her only chance at happiness lies in breaking the curse that afflicts her--and all clues to the source of her torment point to a town in Southern Spain. Unfortunately, her every attempt to travel to that war-ravaged continent is impeded by the very man whose love she wants to win . . . Mark Dimas Alvaro is the last in a line of wizards charged by his ancestor, a magical huntsman, to secretly protect Nevara's family. But Mark chafes at his role because it has cost him everyone he loves, most recently his beloved brother. He is certain that if Nevara would simply stay in England and not create any unnecessary magical waves, they could both survive for another generation. Instead, his stubborn charge's persistent investigation into her past lands Nevara in imminent danger. Mark instantly prepares to wage a magical war to protect the woman he has sworn to protect . . . and has come to deeply love. But Nevara's innocent probing has awoken an ancient evil that has held a grudge against her charmed family for three centuries. And it will do everything in its power to ensure that this princess never gets to live happily ever after . . . Once upon a time, Shereen read fantasy and romance novels to entertain herself. Now she writes heartwarming tales braided with threads of magic and love, and mystery elements woven in for good measure. She's a fan of resourceful women, intriguing men, and happily ever after endings. If her stories whisk you away to a different realm for a few hours, then Shereen will have achieved one of her life goals.