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After getting the shock of her life and learning the man she dated for three years already has a wife and kids, Kat Ramsey has sworn off serious relationships. Unwilling to ever be entangled in another web of lies, Kat’s new life is all about having a good time. Graham Stephenson’s heart has been raked over the coals. All he wants is some peace after everything he’s been through. Drowning his sorrows at a quiet Rhode Island pub, Graham didn’t intend to meet anyone. But then Kat sits down on the stool beside him. The next thing he knows, they’re heading back to his place for a night of fun.

Is there a Christian spirituality that embraces the entire reality of womanhood? The answer, Shannon K. Evans suggests, is an emphatic yes. There is a spirituality that meets us in every part of our lives, developed by the women who came before us. Six mystics—Teresa of Ávila, Margery Kempe, Hildegard of Bingen, Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena, and Thérèse of Lisieux—revealed a faith big enough to hold the female experiences of sex and desire, the yearning for bodily autonomy, the challenges of motherhood and identity, as well as life with male authority and—sometimes—violence.

Flos Ventrine, princess of Solijax, is to be wed to the vile king Jonan of Nelktern. On the eve of the wedding, Flos escapes, running into the forest, only to be met with things she has only read in books. Will the mysterious beings help her escape, or will Jonan get her back?

Cierra Wallace always tried to do the right thing. Helping others has been high up on her list of priorities. That’s probably because she realized years ago that one person could make a difference. Only now she’s wondering if the help she provided years ago was her best idea. Greyson West senses a bit of fear when Cierra shows up at Harper Security Ops looking for self-defense and tactical training skills. It’s not uncommon in his line of work, but something about seeing the worry in Cierra’s eyes hits him a little differently.

Women are often told by their communities that being a mother will complete or define them. But many women find themselves depleted and spiritually stagnant amid the everyday demands of being a mom. They long to experience a rich inner life but feel there is rarely enough time, energy, or stillness to connect with God in a meaningful way.

Being a Westwood isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Sure, Ivy loves her family, their business, and knowing she’s got a secure future. But there’s a downside, too. Love. Ivy’s convinced she’ll never have the happy ending her three older brothers have found. But she’s determined to put herself out there anyway. Marco Kingston doesn’t have a care in the world. He loves his life, his job, and his family. He even loves his best friend’s family, the family he works for. Despite his closeness to the Westwood family, Marco’s never considered the possibility of something more meaningful with Ivy.

As the lead singer of a wildly popular industrial rock band, Cash Morris has never had to work too hard when it comes to women. So when he walks into a small-town New Hampshire hotel and spots the manager, he expects her to do the same. Demi Stokes has seen enough deception to last a lifetime and has written off the possibility of ever getting serious with someone for good. Cash, the rock star with killer good looks, an incredible voice, and playboy ways is the very definition of what she intends to steer clear of. But Cash is used to getting what he wants.

Max King has lived in northern Maine all his life. And if there’s one thing he’s learned living in his close-knit community, it’s that they look out for one another. With a life-threatening winter storm approaching, it’s no surprise Max is concerned for the residents of his beloved small town. But it’s his new neighbor that really has him worried. With the power out and temperatures plummeting, Max does what any good neighbor would do. He offers her a place to stay.

Royce Blackstone has one rule: Never get personally involved with his clients. As the owner of Harper Security Ops, Royce is well aware of everything and everyone inside his building. When he’s about to go in after the biggest lead on latest case that’s landed on his desk, Royce didn’t expect he’d have to abort the mission early. It might have seemed like Tarryn Hendrix was simply looking to learn some new skills, but dedicating two years of her life to training her mind and body is all part of Tarryn’s plan.

When carefree musician Elizabeth "Elle" Blackman discovers someone has been in her apartment just days before she's set to go on tour, she makes the only sensible choice there is. She runs right to the front door of Cunningham Security, where the owner is not only the man capable of keeping her safe, but also the guy she's crushed on for months.

Mallory Grant and Nixon Scott met purely by chance. With an instant attraction between them, the pair was easily tempted to give in to their desires. Despite the fact that Mallory wants more with Nixon, she’s willing to settle for what he is prepared to offer: a physical relationship with no strings. But when Mallory gets robbed at gunpoint, Nixon starts paying more attention. She assumed the robber was a man looking for some quick cash. Nixon wondered if that was all there was to it. And when Mallory gets kidnapped, Nixon realizes his instincts were right all along.

Beck Emerson never intended to get involved in someone else’s drama. But when he sees a new mom on the verge of a breakdown after catching her husband cheating, Beck doesn’t hesitate to step in.

When Damon Knight’s younger sister is kidnapped, Avalon is determined to help him in any way she can. When she winds up kidnapped herself, Avalon doesn’t use what she knows to save herself. Instead, she promises to rescue Damon’s sister. She knew it was stupid, but she blamed it on love.

Sawyer McKinney didn’t want to come back. It wasn’t like anyone wanted to see her ever again anyway. But this was about life or death, and that meant there was only one place she could go. If Jesse Hale never saw Sawyer again, it would be too soon. After all the devastation she left behind years ago, he can’t imagine why she’d ever show her face again.

What happens when your home turns toxic? The place she should have felt safest was a nightmare turned reality for Josie Day. Each day that passes gets worse and worse. And it’s been that way her entire life. But she refuses to be a statistic, so she comes up with a plan to get out. Huck Davidson immediately recognizes the signs when a chance encounter puts him face-to-face with Josie for the first time in years. He pleads with her to let him help, and she agrees.

Professional bridesmaid, Cora Daniels, has one rule. Play the part, but never assume the role. Unfortunately, with less than 24 hours before her latest clients’ nuptials begin and the bridal party down by one, Cora has no choice but to step in.

Aria Todd is the new girl in town. She doesn’t mind the title. In fact, she’s thrilled that she’ll have the chance to start over in a place where nobody knows her. Where nobody can get to her. And where her new neighbor has her peeking out her window regularly. Paxton Fields is Steel Ridge’s resident nice guy. He’s kind to everyone, even the injured and abandoned animals he rescues on occasion. That’s why he catches Aria’s eye, and the pair explore the chemistry between them.

This book offers a unique, interdisciplinary, and thoughtful look at the challenges and potency of Black women's struggle for inner peace and mental stability. It brings together contributors from psychology, sociology, law, and medicine, as well as the humanities, to discuss issues ranging from stress, sexual assault, healing, self-care, and contemplative practice to health-policy considerations and parenting.

Liliana Mack has spent the last seven years living in the spotlight. Needing time away from the all the glitz and the glam of Hollywood, Liliana returns to her hometown. She just never expected her homecoming would put her in harm’s way. Jagger Lowe is Harper Security Ops’ lead bodyguard. He’s accustomed to working with high-profile clients and always keeps it professional. When Liliana hires the firm to deal with a pesky problem, Jagger gets a bit more than he bargained for.

When Maren Casey’s best friend was kidnapped and held for ransom, one name came to mind. She just wasn’t sure her high school sweetheart would want to see her again, not after the way things ended between them.