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After the death of her parents, Prosperity Jones moves from Nantucket to Key West to be with her beloved David, only to find that he has married another, but she soon gains the attention of a kind local doctor.

Four professional women created a tongue-in-check checklist of requirements for Mr. Perfect. The next thing they know, the List, as it has come to be called spreads like wildfire. Overnight sensation, grabbing the interest of local newspapers and television and e-mail lines. Attention for something that began as a joke among friends. And the joke turns deadly serious when one of the four women is murdered...

Marrying quickly during World War II after falling in love at first sight, a mismatched couple discovers that their different personalities and approaches to life are taking a toll on their relationship and their family.

"Twins Rachel and Rebecca Mast keep few secrets from each other, but even Rebecca doesn't know how great the ache Rachel holds in her heart ever since Rebecca started dating the charming John Yoder. When will it be Rachel's turn for love? Despite having a willing suitor in the vainglorious Wendell Kaufman, a man who once unsuccessfully pursued her sister, Rachel's attention is fixed on Milton Beiler. Milton hasn't paid Rachel the least bit of attention,...

When Elinor Dashwood's father dies, her family's finances are crippled. After the Dashwoods move to a cottage in Devonshire, Elinor's sister Marianne is torn between the handsome John Willoughby and the older Colonel Brandon. Meanwhile, Elinor's romantic hopes with Edward Ferrars are hindered due to his prior engagement. Both Elinor and Marianne strive for love while the circumstances in their lives constantly change.

For her, he would do anything... Plainspoken country gentleman Philip Jettan won't bother with a powdered wig, high heels, and fashionable lace cuffs, until he discovers that his lovely neighbor is enamored with a sophisticated man-about-town... But what is it that she really wants? Cleone Charteris sends her suitor Philip away to get some town polish, and he comes back with powder, patches, and all the manners of a seasoned rake. Does Cleone now...

Despite her determination not to mix business with pleasure, Inez Urso is drawn to her sexy business associate, Thomas Argeneau, who seems to be allergic to the sun, has excellent night vision, and has the desire to nibble on her neck.

Lady Mirabella Tirel, the beautiful daughter of the Marquess of Camarden, takes a practical approach to love since a dashing captain broke her heart at age 17. Now at almost 22 years old, she has decided to endure one last London season to secure a suitable engagement and begin a simple life in the country.Sir Giles Knyvet is Mirabella's oldest friend and her most dependable ally, and he is also secretly in love with her. Yet he knows the prospect...

In his newest work, "New York Times" bestselling author Dr. Phil delivers the book for which millions of singles have been waiting. Candid and thorough, Dr. Phil shows how to navigate the world of dating, from finding the right online dating service and creating a successful profile to being honest about compatible mates, understanding emotional and sexual gender differences, and how to project one's true personality in the most flattering light.

Children's book illustrator Irina McGovern enjoys a quiet and settled life in London with her partner, fellow American expatriate Lawrence Trainer, a smart, loyal, disciplined intellectual at a prestigious think tank. To their small circle of friends, their relationship is rock solid. Until the night Irina unaccountably finds herself dying to kiss another man: their old friend from South London, the stylish, extravagant, passionate top-ranking snooker...