Author: Lea Coll
Publisher: Lea Coll
ISBN: 1955586411
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Don't sleep with your best friend's brother. Finn Evans is such a cynic. How can he not believe in love and marriage but still be a musician for weddings? I may be a hopeless romantic, but at least I believe in love—which makes being a wedding planner at Happily Ever Afters a dream job for me. Finn and I clash about everything—except our undeniable attraction to each other. After one brief encounter on a hotel rooftop, we agree to a no-strings-attached fling. But with each day that passes, I fall more in love with him and his little girl, Paisley. The only problem is, our boss has a rule: No sleeping with coworkers or wedding guests. As the newest wedding planner, I can’t afford to lose my job, and, unlike Finn, I don’t have a trust fund to fall back on. Not to mention, Finn’s sister, Ireland, is my best friend, roommate, and fellow coworker. But when Ireland catches us together at a wedding, everything comes crashing down. Not only am I about to lose my job and my home, but I may just lose my chance at a forever kind of love.
A Message From God Special Edition
Author: Retha McPherson
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN: 0768488478
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
When Aldo McPherson was 12-years old, a car accident left him in a coma. While in the coma, he had a supernatural experience where he went to heaven, saw God, the angels, Moses, and Abraham. Aldo came back with one message: "Jesus is Alive!" This book challenges the complacent Is God still your first love? Are you sold-put to Him? Filled with Scripture references, and direct quotes from the Bible, A Message from God will ignite the sparks of the Holy Spirit in your life and bring you closer to God, while Aldo's letters in his own handwriting give a sense of authenticity not often found in miracle stories.
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN: 0768488478
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
When Aldo McPherson was 12-years old, a car accident left him in a coma. While in the coma, he had a supernatural experience where he went to heaven, saw God, the angels, Moses, and Abraham. Aldo came back with one message: "Jesus is Alive!" This book challenges the complacent Is God still your first love? Are you sold-put to Him? Filled with Scripture references, and direct quotes from the Bible, A Message from God will ignite the sparks of the Holy Spirit in your life and bring you closer to God, while Aldo's letters in his own handwriting give a sense of authenticity not often found in miracle stories.
Vince Flynn Collectors' Edition #4
Author: Vince Flynn
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451660588
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1321
Book Description
In this special collectors’ edition, relive the action in Vince Flynn’s #1 New York Times bestselling political thrillers: Extreme Measures, Pursuit of Honor, and American Assassin. Extreme Measures In the secretive world where fearless men and women wage a daily covert war, the CIA has intercepted two terrorist cells--but a third, led by a dangerous mastermind, is feared to be on the loose. Counterterrorist agent Mitch Rapp joins forces with a warrior as dedicated—and lethal—as they come: ex-Marine and elite operative Mike Nash. Both Rapp and Nash have stared down the jihadist culture of death. Both have saved thousands of lives without accolades or acknowledgment of their personal sacrifices. But the political winds have changed on Capitol Hill, and certain leaders want Mitch Rapp put back on a short leash. And when a nightmare scenario descends on Washington, D.C., Rapp and Nash will follow new rules of engagement: their own. Pursuit of Honor When Washington, D.C.'s National Counterterrorism Center is struck by a series of devastating explosions, the results are catastrophic—185 killed, including public officials and CIA employees. Such an act of extreme violence calls for extreme measures—and elite counterterrorism operative Mitch Rapp, joining forces with trusted team member Mike Nash, finds himself in the frustrating position of having to illustrate the realities of national security to government officials up in arms over the agents who rushed in to save countless American lives. Meanwhile, with three al-Qaeda terrorists still at large and Nash traumatized by the horrors he witnessed during the attack, Rapp must help his friend while threading his way through the naysayers on Capitol Hill—and silently, swiftly, do what he must for the sake of his country and the pursuit of honor. American Assassin Before he was considered a CIA superagent, before he was thought of as a terrorist’s worst nightmare, and before he was both loathed and admired by the politicians on Capitol Hill, Mitch Rapp was a gifted college athlete without a care in the world...and then tragedy struck. Two-hundred and seventy souls perished that cold December night of the Pan Am Lockerbie terrorist attack, and thousands of family and friends were left searching for comfort. Mitch Rapp was one of them, but he was not interested in comfort. He wanted retribution.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451660588
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1321
Book Description
In this special collectors’ edition, relive the action in Vince Flynn’s #1 New York Times bestselling political thrillers: Extreme Measures, Pursuit of Honor, and American Assassin. Extreme Measures In the secretive world where fearless men and women wage a daily covert war, the CIA has intercepted two terrorist cells--but a third, led by a dangerous mastermind, is feared to be on the loose. Counterterrorist agent Mitch Rapp joins forces with a warrior as dedicated—and lethal—as they come: ex-Marine and elite operative Mike Nash. Both Rapp and Nash have stared down the jihadist culture of death. Both have saved thousands of lives without accolades or acknowledgment of their personal sacrifices. But the political winds have changed on Capitol Hill, and certain leaders want Mitch Rapp put back on a short leash. And when a nightmare scenario descends on Washington, D.C., Rapp and Nash will follow new rules of engagement: their own. Pursuit of Honor When Washington, D.C.'s National Counterterrorism Center is struck by a series of devastating explosions, the results are catastrophic—185 killed, including public officials and CIA employees. Such an act of extreme violence calls for extreme measures—and elite counterterrorism operative Mitch Rapp, joining forces with trusted team member Mike Nash, finds himself in the frustrating position of having to illustrate the realities of national security to government officials up in arms over the agents who rushed in to save countless American lives. Meanwhile, with three al-Qaeda terrorists still at large and Nash traumatized by the horrors he witnessed during the attack, Rapp must help his friend while threading his way through the naysayers on Capitol Hill—and silently, swiftly, do what he must for the sake of his country and the pursuit of honor. American Assassin Before he was considered a CIA superagent, before he was thought of as a terrorist’s worst nightmare, and before he was both loathed and admired by the politicians on Capitol Hill, Mitch Rapp was a gifted college athlete without a care in the world...and then tragedy struck. Two-hundred and seventy souls perished that cold December night of the Pan Am Lockerbie terrorist attack, and thousands of family and friends were left searching for comfort. Mitch Rapp was one of them, but he was not interested in comfort. He wanted retribution.
Harlequin Special Edition October 2013 - Bundle 2 of 2
Author: Allison Leigh
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460322274
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
Harlequin Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now for a limited time only from October 1 to October 31! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Harlequin Special Edition bundle includes A Weaver Beginning by USA TODAY bestselling author Allison Leigh, A Family, At Last by USA TODAY bestselling author Susan Crosby and Lost and Found Husband by Sheri WhiteFeather. Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin Special Edition!
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460322274
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
Harlequin Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now for a limited time only from October 1 to October 31! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Harlequin Special Edition bundle includes A Weaver Beginning by USA TODAY bestselling author Allison Leigh, A Family, At Last by USA TODAY bestselling author Susan Crosby and Lost and Found Husband by Sheri WhiteFeather. Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin Special Edition!
Sisters of Story Cove Spellbinding Cozy Mystery Series Special Edition Set
Author: Nyx Halliwell
Publisher: Beach Path Publishing, LLC.
ISBN: 1948686805
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Fall in love with small-town magick! Welcome to Story Cove, where four fairytale sisters and their family run the Enchanted Candle & Soap Company, and find themselves up to their magickal cauldrons in murder, mystery, and romance! This Special Edition contains the first TWO full-length stories—CINDER and BELLE, plus BONUS short story, SNOW! Grab a cup of cocoa and cuddle with your favorite pet while you binge these sweet magickal stories. Join the sisters as they solve paranormal mysteries that fans of Cinderella, Beauty & the Beast, and Snow White will love. Books in this set include: Cinder, Sister Witches of Story Cove, Book 1 Belle, Sister Witches of Story Cove, Book 2 BONUS story: Snow, Sister Witches of Story Cove, Book 3
Publisher: Beach Path Publishing, LLC.
ISBN: 1948686805
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Fall in love with small-town magick! Welcome to Story Cove, where four fairytale sisters and their family run the Enchanted Candle & Soap Company, and find themselves up to their magickal cauldrons in murder, mystery, and romance! This Special Edition contains the first TWO full-length stories—CINDER and BELLE, plus BONUS short story, SNOW! Grab a cup of cocoa and cuddle with your favorite pet while you binge these sweet magickal stories. Join the sisters as they solve paranormal mysteries that fans of Cinderella, Beauty & the Beast, and Snow White will love. Books in this set include: Cinder, Sister Witches of Story Cove, Book 1 Belle, Sister Witches of Story Cove, Book 2 BONUS story: Snow, Sister Witches of Story Cove, Book 3
Harlequin Special Edition June 2022 - Box Set 2 of 2
Author: Darby Baham
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369710967
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 658
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: BLOOM WHERE YOU'RE PLANTED (A Friendship Chronicles novel) by Darby Baham Jennifer Pritchett feels increasingly left behind as her friends move on to the next steps in their lives. As she goes to therapy to figure out how to bloom in her own right, her boyfriend, Nick Carrington, finds himself being the one left behind. Can they each get what they need out of this relationship? Or will the flowers shrivel up before they do? A STARLIGHT SUMMER (A Welcome to Starlight novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Michelle Major When eight-year-old Anna Johnson asked Ella Samuelson for help in fixing up her father with a new wife, Ella only agreed because she knew the child and her father had been through the wringer. Too bad she found herself drawn to the handsome and kind single dad! LOVE OFF THE LEASH (A Furever Yours novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Tara Taylor Quinn When Pets for Vets volunteer pilot Greg Martin’s plane goes down after transporting a dog, coordinator Wendy Alvarez is filled with guilt. She knows a service dog will help, but Greg’s just too stubborn. If Wendy can get him to “foster” Jedi, she’s certain his life will be forever altered. She just never expected hers to change, as well. For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition June 2022 – Box Set 1 of 2
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369710967
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 658
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: BLOOM WHERE YOU'RE PLANTED (A Friendship Chronicles novel) by Darby Baham Jennifer Pritchett feels increasingly left behind as her friends move on to the next steps in their lives. As she goes to therapy to figure out how to bloom in her own right, her boyfriend, Nick Carrington, finds himself being the one left behind. Can they each get what they need out of this relationship? Or will the flowers shrivel up before they do? A STARLIGHT SUMMER (A Welcome to Starlight novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Michelle Major When eight-year-old Anna Johnson asked Ella Samuelson for help in fixing up her father with a new wife, Ella only agreed because she knew the child and her father had been through the wringer. Too bad she found herself drawn to the handsome and kind single dad! LOVE OFF THE LEASH (A Furever Yours novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Tara Taylor Quinn When Pets for Vets volunteer pilot Greg Martin’s plane goes down after transporting a dog, coordinator Wendy Alvarez is filled with guilt. She knows a service dog will help, but Greg’s just too stubborn. If Wendy can get him to “foster” Jedi, she’s certain his life will be forever altered. She just never expected hers to change, as well. For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition June 2022 – Box Set 1 of 2
Harlequin Special Edition March 2018 Box Set 1 of 2
Author: Marie Ferrarella
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488094330
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE FORTUNE MOST LIKELY TO... The Fortunes of Texas: The Rulebreakers by Marie Ferrarella Everett Fortunado has never quite gotten over his high school love, Lila Clark. So when circumstance offers him a second chance, he grabs it. But is Lila willing to forget their past and risk her heart on a millionaire doctor with ties to the Fortunes? A PROPOSAL FOR THE OFFICER American Heroes by Christy Jeffries Fighter pilot Molly Markham is used to navigating her own course. Billionaire Kaleb Chatterson has never found a problem he couldn’t fix. But when the two pretend to be in a fake relationship to throw off their families, neither one has control over their own hearts. FOREVER A FATHER The Delaneys of Sandpiper Beach by Lynne Marshall After a devastating loss, Daniel Delaney just wants to be left alone with his grief and his work. But his new employee, the lovely Keela O’Mara, and her daughter might be just the people to help remind him that love—and family—can make life worth living again.
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488094330
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE FORTUNE MOST LIKELY TO... The Fortunes of Texas: The Rulebreakers by Marie Ferrarella Everett Fortunado has never quite gotten over his high school love, Lila Clark. So when circumstance offers him a second chance, he grabs it. But is Lila willing to forget their past and risk her heart on a millionaire doctor with ties to the Fortunes? A PROPOSAL FOR THE OFFICER American Heroes by Christy Jeffries Fighter pilot Molly Markham is used to navigating her own course. Billionaire Kaleb Chatterson has never found a problem he couldn’t fix. But when the two pretend to be in a fake relationship to throw off their families, neither one has control over their own hearts. FOREVER A FATHER The Delaneys of Sandpiper Beach by Lynne Marshall After a devastating loss, Daniel Delaney just wants to be left alone with his grief and his work. But his new employee, the lovely Keela O’Mara, and her daughter might be just the people to help remind him that love—and family—can make life worth living again.
Harlequin Special Edition December 2017 - Box Set 2 of 2
Author: Brenda Harlen
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488029571
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 393
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE MAVERICK’S MIDNIGHT PROPOSAL Montana Mavericks: The Great Family Roundup by Brenda Harlen Rancher Luke Stockton has been estranged from his family for a decade, and now that he’s been welcomed home, local baker Eva Rose Armstrong warms his heart with her home-baked goods—but is he worthy of her love? CHRISTMASTIME COURTSHIP Matchmaking Mamas by Marie Ferrarella The Matchmaking Mamas are at it again, and this time they’ve arranged for Miranda Steele to get a speeding ticket from none other than Colin Kirby, a brooding motorcycle cop. He’s determined to maintain his loner status, but can he resist Miranda’s sunny charm and Christmas cheer? SLEIGH BELLS IN CRIMSON Crimson, Colorado by Michelle Major Lucy is determined to get her life on track, and the town of Crimson, along with rough-around-the-edges rancher Caden Sharpe, soon become an important part of that. Her feisty spirit might be just what Caden needs to heal his emotional wounds. But when her past comes back to haunt them both, will their love be strong enough to weather the storm?
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488029571
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 393
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE MAVERICK’S MIDNIGHT PROPOSAL Montana Mavericks: The Great Family Roundup by Brenda Harlen Rancher Luke Stockton has been estranged from his family for a decade, and now that he’s been welcomed home, local baker Eva Rose Armstrong warms his heart with her home-baked goods—but is he worthy of her love? CHRISTMASTIME COURTSHIP Matchmaking Mamas by Marie Ferrarella The Matchmaking Mamas are at it again, and this time they’ve arranged for Miranda Steele to get a speeding ticket from none other than Colin Kirby, a brooding motorcycle cop. He’s determined to maintain his loner status, but can he resist Miranda’s sunny charm and Christmas cheer? SLEIGH BELLS IN CRIMSON Crimson, Colorado by Michelle Major Lucy is determined to get her life on track, and the town of Crimson, along with rough-around-the-edges rancher Caden Sharpe, soon become an important part of that. Her feisty spirit might be just what Caden needs to heal his emotional wounds. But when her past comes back to haunt them both, will their love be strong enough to weather the storm?
Harlequin Special Edition September 2020 - Box Set 2 of 2
Author: Michelle Major
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488070083
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 655
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE LAST MAN SHE EXPECTED (A Welcome to Starlight novel) by Michelle Major When Mara Reed agrees to partner with her sworn enemy, Parker Johnson, to help a close friend, she doesn’t expect the feelings of love and tenderness that complicate every interaction with the handsome attorney. Will Mara and Parker risk everything for love? A WINNING SEASON (A Wickham Falls Weddings novel) by national bestseller Rochelle Alers When Sutton Reed returns to Wickham Falls after finishing a successful baseball career, he assumes he’ll just join the family business and live an uneventful life. Until his neighbor’s younger brother tries to steal his car, that is. Now he’s finding himself mentoring the boy—and being drawn to Zoey Allen like no one else. THE SLOW BURN (A Masterson, Texas novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Caro Carson When firefighter Caden Sterling unexpectedly delivers Tana McKenna’s baby by the side of the road, the unlikely threesome forms a special bond. Their flirty friendship slowly becomes more, until Tana’s ex and the truth about her baby catches up with her. Can she win back the only man who can make this family complete? For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition September 2020 — Box Set 1 of 2
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488070083
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 655
Book Description
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE LAST MAN SHE EXPECTED (A Welcome to Starlight novel) by Michelle Major When Mara Reed agrees to partner with her sworn enemy, Parker Johnson, to help a close friend, she doesn’t expect the feelings of love and tenderness that complicate every interaction with the handsome attorney. Will Mara and Parker risk everything for love? A WINNING SEASON (A Wickham Falls Weddings novel) by national bestseller Rochelle Alers When Sutton Reed returns to Wickham Falls after finishing a successful baseball career, he assumes he’ll just join the family business and live an uneventful life. Until his neighbor’s younger brother tries to steal his car, that is. Now he’s finding himself mentoring the boy—and being drawn to Zoey Allen like no one else. THE SLOW BURN (A Masterson, Texas novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Caro Carson When firefighter Caden Sterling unexpectedly delivers Tana McKenna’s baby by the side of the road, the unlikely threesome forms a special bond. Their flirty friendship slowly becomes more, until Tana’s ex and the truth about her baby catches up with her. Can she win back the only man who can make this family complete? For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition September 2020 — Box Set 1 of 2
Trick Special Edition
Author: Laramie Briscoe
Publisher: Laramie Briscoe
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
From USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author comes a special edition of a heartfelt second-chance romance featuring a swoon-worthy man, a single-mom, and an adorably cute little girl. I loved this one by Laramie Briscoe. Action packed and a strong damsel in distress.ÊThis was a page turner and had such a great sigh-worthy ending.ÊDefinitely recommend! -ÊUSA Today bestselling author Susan Stoker This edition of Trick features Trick, Unwrap Me, the Trick & Hadley text messages, and the first chapter of their son, Declan's book. A forced sentence leads to a reckless passionÉ Hadley When my husband walked out on me over a year ago, itÊdevastatedÊme. When the divorce papers came, it wrecked me. When we had to sell our house, it broke me.Ê But then he moved in with his new flavor of the month and told our daughterÊhis new womanÊwasnÕt into children.ÊThat pissed me off. Now Riley feels abandoned,Êand I canÕt make it better; no matter how hard I try. IÕm desperateÊto help her adjust to the loss of a male figure in her life. The Companion Program that matches adults up with children who have loneliness and abandonment issuesÊis my last hope.Ê The counselors tell me heÕs doing community service hours, and I ask to sit inÊon his meetings with Riley.ÊTheÊminute I see him astride the matte black Harley, I know neitherÊmyÊnor RileyÕs life will ever be the same again. Trick Community Service. Two words I should be thankful for, but IÕm not. I resent the hoursÊaway from building my business.ÊThe two previous kids I'dÊbeen paired up with didnÕt work out because their mothers were more interested in getting in my bed than making sure their child was taken care of. This next match with aÊlittle girl is my last hope. UnlessÊthisÊkidÊworksÊout, IÕm destined to serve time. When they push her into the room wearing pink converse withÊaÊblack dress, her crazy curls barely held back by the barrette in her hair,Êand studious glasses on her face, I can tell sheÕs scaredÊ- of new people, of change, of being pushed aside. Something inside of meÊbreaks,ÊandÊI want this girl to feel wanted again. What IÕm unprepared for is meeting her mom. The second our hands touch, I see fireworks, bright lights, and a picture of the future I couldÊone dayÊhave. The future IÕveÊneverÊallowed myself to wish for. Community service becomes more than a chore, more than the precious hours I have to give up. In the months that follow, I realize Riley and Hadley are just like me; theyÕve been abandoned, left behind by the world, forgotten by those who should loveÊthem. Thanks to the one last hope in both our lives - weÊfound the light in the darkness weÕd been searching for. Unwrap Me Life gets a little crazy sometimes, especially when you've got two kids, two businesses, and you are two parents who are very hands on.Ê But when Trick's gift doesn't get here in time for Christmas, I have to improvise. They say variety is the spice of life. To keep my man happy, marriage on track, and our sanity, I decide to give him what he craves most in the world. Me. With a bow on top. Patrick Tennyson won't know what hit him. It'll be the surprise of his life, and all he'll have to do is follow the instructions. Trick, Your gift got a little delayed. Instead, I've improvised. Follow the snowflakes to the bedroom. When you get here, unwrap me, and I'm yours. Hadley Christmas is about to get so hot we'll be melting the eight inches expected tonight. ;)
Publisher: Laramie Briscoe
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
From USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author comes a special edition of a heartfelt second-chance romance featuring a swoon-worthy man, a single-mom, and an adorably cute little girl. I loved this one by Laramie Briscoe. Action packed and a strong damsel in distress.ÊThis was a page turner and had such a great sigh-worthy ending.ÊDefinitely recommend! -ÊUSA Today bestselling author Susan Stoker This edition of Trick features Trick, Unwrap Me, the Trick & Hadley text messages, and the first chapter of their son, Declan's book. A forced sentence leads to a reckless passionÉ Hadley When my husband walked out on me over a year ago, itÊdevastatedÊme. When the divorce papers came, it wrecked me. When we had to sell our house, it broke me.Ê But then he moved in with his new flavor of the month and told our daughterÊhis new womanÊwasnÕt into children.ÊThat pissed me off. Now Riley feels abandoned,Êand I canÕt make it better; no matter how hard I try. IÕm desperateÊto help her adjust to the loss of a male figure in her life. The Companion Program that matches adults up with children who have loneliness and abandonment issuesÊis my last hope.Ê The counselors tell me heÕs doing community service hours, and I ask to sit inÊon his meetings with Riley.ÊTheÊminute I see him astride the matte black Harley, I know neitherÊmyÊnor RileyÕs life will ever be the same again. Trick Community Service. Two words I should be thankful for, but IÕm not. I resent the hoursÊaway from building my business.ÊThe two previous kids I'dÊbeen paired up with didnÕt work out because their mothers were more interested in getting in my bed than making sure their child was taken care of. This next match with aÊlittle girl is my last hope. UnlessÊthisÊkidÊworksÊout, IÕm destined to serve time. When they push her into the room wearing pink converse withÊaÊblack dress, her crazy curls barely held back by the barrette in her hair,Êand studious glasses on her face, I can tell sheÕs scaredÊ- of new people, of change, of being pushed aside. Something inside of meÊbreaks,ÊandÊI want this girl to feel wanted again. What IÕm unprepared for is meeting her mom. The second our hands touch, I see fireworks, bright lights, and a picture of the future I couldÊone dayÊhave. The future IÕveÊneverÊallowed myself to wish for. Community service becomes more than a chore, more than the precious hours I have to give up. In the months that follow, I realize Riley and Hadley are just like me; theyÕve been abandoned, left behind by the world, forgotten by those who should loveÊthem. Thanks to the one last hope in both our lives - weÊfound the light in the darkness weÕd been searching for. Unwrap Me Life gets a little crazy sometimes, especially when you've got two kids, two businesses, and you are two parents who are very hands on.Ê But when Trick's gift doesn't get here in time for Christmas, I have to improvise. They say variety is the spice of life. To keep my man happy, marriage on track, and our sanity, I decide to give him what he craves most in the world. Me. With a bow on top. Patrick Tennyson won't know what hit him. It'll be the surprise of his life, and all he'll have to do is follow the instructions. Trick, Your gift got a little delayed. Instead, I've improvised. Follow the snowflakes to the bedroom. When you get here, unwrap me, and I'm yours. Hadley Christmas is about to get so hot we'll be melting the eight inches expected tonight. ;)