Ergebnis für "Two Summers" in Literatur & Belletristik

A semi-famous artist announces her plan to drive cross-country from LA to NY. Thirty minutes after leaving her husband and child at home, she spontaneously exits the freeway, beds down in a nondescript motel and immerses herself in a temporary reinvention that turns out to be the start of an entirely different journey.

Through years of war and devastation, Tatiana and Alexander suffered the worst the twentieth century had to offer. Miraculously reunited in America, they now have a beautiful son, Anthony, the gift of a love strong enough to survive the most terrible upheavals. Though they are still young, the ordeals they endured have changed them-and after living apart in a world laid waste, they must now find a way to live together in postwar America.

The daughter of a powerful army general, Evelyn White dreams of attending college and vows she will never marry a man in uniform...which is why West Point cadet Clyde Brixton presents a problem. Clyde's brilliance in the new field of electrical power has him poised for a promising career in the Army's Corps of Engineers, but his penchant for racking up demerits threatens his chances for graduation. Evelyn and Clyde feel instant attraction toward one another as they spend one magical summer together. As their lives become more entwined, their friend Romulus begins to come undone.

Author Edith Wharton is best known for her books set amongst the upper-echelon of New York society, including "The House of Mirth" and "The Age of Innocence," (the latter of which won her the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction). But Wharton also wrote two American classics that take place in rural settings: the then-scandalous tale of youthful rebellion,"Summer" and her haunting novel of love and regret, "Ethan Frome." Both have gone on to be considered among the finest novels of the early 20th century.

Kim Kincaid can’t catch a break. She has a thankless job at a law office, a nasty co-worker, and a boyfriend allergic to genuine commitment. Meanwhile, her older sister, Dena, skates through life with a perfect husband, a perfect job, even a perfect daughter. Kim grits her teeth through their every phone call, counting the minutes until she can disappear into a drink or TV (preferably both). She doesn’t recall agreeing to babysit her niece. She only remembers Dena bragging about yet another romantic getaway.

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Dragons, space aliens, demons, AI, celestial sea creatures, gods, portals, or robotic locusts that feed on human flesh. These are just a few of the things you can expect in this professionally curated collection of Science Fiction & Fantasy. From one story to the next, you will have no idea what to expect.

American expatriate Frederick Winterbourne has long resided in Switzerland, where society follows strict rules for proper behavior. When Daisy Miller of Schenectady, New York arrives in Vevey, however, Winterbourne soon finds that he must reckon with his own assumptions about what makes someone "proper" and "good."

1815, Sumbawa Island, Indonesia Mount Tambora explodes in a cataclysmic eruption, killing thousands. Sent to investigate, ship surgeon Henry Hogg can barely believe his eyes. Once a paradise, the island is now solid ash, the surrounding sea turned to stone. But worse is yet to come: as the ash cloud rises and covers the sun, the seasons will fail. 1816. In Switzerland, Mary Shelley finds dark inspiration. Confined inside by the unseasonable weather, thousands of famine refugees stream past her door.

A novella in snapshots: a couple's relationship across several New Year's Eves, including dating, sex, marriage, kids, job changes, and moving. As steadfast in their support of each other as they are to the fight for reproductive rights, this sweet and sexy short is chock-full of heart. Originally published as part of the limited release Resolve anthology.

Charm has reached her eighteenth birthday. What she doesn’t know is that something insidious has waited all her life for this moment. When a surprise gift is given to her, she must make a decision that will change her life forever. Auryn has a wicked secret. She relishes watching the sirens of the sea bring villagers to their agonizing deaths. Until, on one fateful night, Auryn is faced with something that could grant her all of her heart’s desires. If she is willing to pay the price.

Dating an alien was difficult enough when Carter didn’t know Allison’s counterpart, Larika, was in the custody of space cops. Yet even if it means risking his freedom and hers, Carter is determined to help the woman of his dreams rescue Larika and evade their alien hunters forever. But how?

A collection of erotic short stories, offering a fresh focus on erotic writing for women. Whatever your pleasure, you'll love what you find between the covers of Xcite books. Hot sex and fabulous fantasies await your delectation!

Based upon a 10,000 year old oral tradition, these stories reflect three essential elements of the cumulative wisdom of Paula Underwood's Native American ancestors. "Who Speaks for Wolf" deals with the human impact on the Earth, "Winter White and Summer Gold" deals with planning for the future, "Many Circles, Many Paths" deals with living together in peace.

I’m in trouble. I don’t know who the father of my baby is. Yeah, sleeping with two men was a crazy idea. I’ve known Mitch since I was a kid. And Hayden? We both met him together. He’s teaching us how to run my daddy’s business. Mitch and Hayden are melting hot. Father material. And they both saved me from a brutal attack. I can’t pick between the two of them. I don’t want to.

I could hardly believe how fast things were going with this busty little blonde nymph. Evie turned and lay with her back against my side, pressing my hand to her breast. She squirmed and sighed as she nestled against my body. Then, she brought the wine glass to her lips and took a big gulp. I refilled her glass. After putting the bottle back on the coffee table, I sat back on the couch and pulled little Evie back into her position, lying back against me. My hand reached from behind and cupped one of her big tits.

A collection of erotic short stories containing sex and erotica. Explicit adult fiction which includes: heterosexual sex, group sex, swinging, lesbian sex and bondage. The stories are presented to the reader by Bettina Varese, and will be enjoyed by both men and women.

This new installment of Bettinas short stories introduces more of her friends and explores even more ways to have fun as a couple - or a group....

Let Miranda Forbes seduce you with more delightfully erotic stories from some of the sauciest erotic writers. From thrilling threesomes to dirty deeds, you're sure to be seduced by this sizzling anthology. Meeting Mister M - an internet liaison proves just as fulfilling in real life... Lisa's Lessons - when her son brought back a friend from university, she found herself being seduced... When Penny Met Daniel - a spot of time travel leaves Penny in a sex-suppressed future, which she aims to change with the man she met...

A collection of erotic short stories, offering a fresh focus on erotic writing for women. Whatever your pleasure, you'll love what you find between the covers of Xcite books. Hot sex and fabulous fantasies await your delectation!