Saul Parenti has always been glad that he's second in line in the Arrezzian monarchy. He can concentrate on his business empireand the delights of his new wife Giselle. But when his cousin is killed, Saul must ascend the throne. Instead of pursuing their own dreams, Saul and Giselle must now make their lives about pomp and protocol. But the secret traumas of Giselle's past have scarred her deeply; she never wants to be a mother and that leaves her marriage in crisis because her royal duty is to produce an heir
The forbidden tastes all the sweeter—especially when she can match you kiss for kiss and touch for touch. First in the Untamable Greeks series. Oil magnate Sakis Pantelides always gets what he wants—after all, he’s drop-dead gorgeous, powerful and wealthy beyond words. But the one thing he can’t have is his stunning assistant, Brianna Moneypenny—because she’s the only woman this cynical Greek can trust. But when an international crisis throws them together 24/7, intriguingly buttoned-up Brianna reveals a sensual hunger that rivals his own, and he realizes just what he’s been denying himself for so long. But when his perfect PA’s secret is discovered, will he pay the price for taking what he wants? “Maya Blake presents a well-researched story which engaged me from the get-go. The story flows well and has the right mix of romance and intrigue.” —The Good, the Bad and the Unread “A well written romance with a strong plot and power packed characters who hold their own.” —Harlequin Junkie
When model Keri was stranded with dark, brooding bodyguard Jay Linur, it was clear they were from different worlds. But oppositesattract…and she impulsively abandoned thefashion catwalk for a walk on the wild side. The passion that followed blew her mind….Back in reality, Keri discovered that Jay wasmore than he seemed: not only did he havebrawn, but he also had brains and billions!And though marriage was the last thing onJay's mind, Keri found she couldn't walk awayfrom him—knowing that in bed, at least, Jaydropped his tough-guy guard and let hispassion take control….
After her mother’s passing, Joanna lives a life wandering visiting casinos with her gambler father. Joanna’s kindness will not allow her to abandon her father, who has her dress as a prostitute at the casinos to distract his opponents and turn the game in his favor. One day, her father participates in a private game hosted by the Greek millionaire Vassos, but a crushing defeat burdens him with an enormous debt… Then, the millionaire cruelly tells him with a smile: “I willoffers him one escape?he’ll forget forgive the debt if you her father gives Joanna to me himthe woman.”
Out of Control chronicles the dawn of a new era in which the machines and systems that drive our economy are so complex and autonomous as to be indistinguishable from living things.
A complete introduction to the rich cultural legacy of Rome through the study of Roman art ... It includes a discussion of the relevance of Rome to the modern world, a short historical overview, and descriptions of forty-five works of art in the Roman collection organized in three thematic sections: Power and Authority in Roman Portraiture; Myth, Religion, and the Afterlife; and Daily Life in Ancient Rome. This resource also provides lesson plans and classroom activities."--Publisher website.