Crimson Roses

Alone in the city without money and friends. Mother and father gone, her home sold over her head, deserted by her only brother - for Marion Warren the world seemed to stop. But her long years of nursing an uncomplaining father had taught her a great lesson. And she stepped bravely into a new life. Things seemed pretty black until the roses came...

A passion for those around her has made Yolanda Streeter's life take many remarkable turns that she thinks others see as monotonous. She is a lifelong resident of Tampa, Florida, has been married for thirty-three years and is the mother of two sons. She has enjoyed teaching math and science for twenty-five years and tutors while in semi-retirement. The sign in her garden that reads, "Bloom where you're planted" is pointed to as an answer to those who ask what it is like to have lived in the same house for such a long time - one childhood home for two decades, and one adult residence for over three decades. She credits God's hand as the driving force behind her calling to teach and inspire others and finds that new and unexpected adventures give her reason to smile each day in the place where she is. Roses of Crimson is presented as Yolanda Streeter's connection to the past and the future. As a tribute to loved ones, she shares a compilation of biographical snippets and insights gained by observation of lives over the years. She introduces a variety of characters, personalities, and relationships, and tells how Christian faith gave much needed support through tough times. Some episodes give reason to laugh, while others draw deep thought and tears. The author offers an actual and interesting challenge to readers that allow them to start and continue finding and appreciating intriguing connections between seemingly unrelated subjects.

Now in paperback?a novel that ?handily fulfills its promise of intrigue and romance.?(Publishers Weekly) Determined to secure another London season without assistance from her new brother-in-law, Mary Alsworthy accepts a secret assignment from Lord Vaughn on behalf of the Pink Carnation. She must infiltrate the ranks of the dreaded French spy, the Black Tulip, before he and his master can stage their planned invasion of England. Every spy has a weakness and for the Black Tulip that weakness is beautiful black-haired women?his ?petals? of the Tulip. A natural at the art of seduction, Mary easily catches the attention of the French spy, but Lord Vaughn never anticipated that his own heart would be caught as well. Fighting their growing attraction, impediments from their past, and, of course, the French, Mary and Vaughn find themselves lost in a treacherous garden of lies. And as our modern-day heroine, Eloise Kelly, digs deeper into England?s Napoleonic-era espionage, she becomes even more entwined with Colin Selwick, the descendant of her spy subjects.

Seventeen-year-old Shannon Baker is the only one left to care for her feisty but ailing grandmother, Gladys. Medicare covers only so much, and Shannons job at Knotts Berry Farm barely helps. Even with the support of her best friend, Jessie, and the attention of her new lab partner, Sean, the situation looks grim. Then she meets Derek Knight. Hes more domineering than Sean, but he seems to be concerned about her well-being, while Sean has pulled away. Hesitant at first, Shannon finally warms to the idea of Derek. He promises to pay her bills and take care of her and Gladys if shell swear loyalty to him. Its a welcome change until Derek becomes too possessive, and Shannons suspicions about Derek and his fathers hotel heighten, while Shannon is haunted by a poem her mother wrote before she died. Now trapped in an elite gang, Shannon finds herself in the middle of a drug deal gone very wrong. She wants out. A mysterious, tuxedoed man might be the answer to her problems, but the price may be too high.

In "Crimson Roses & Hidden Desire," Aisha, a teenager haunted by past mistakes, grapples with a sense of aimlessness. Seeking direction, she joins her school's football team, hoping to find purpose and camaraderie. However, her life takes an unexpected turn as she becomes entangled with two seemingly perfect individuals—a charismatic jock and a polished peer. As Aisha delves deeper into their lives, she discovers that their perfection is a façade hiding darker truths. The popular jock has secrets, and the polished peer conceals vulnerabilities beneath his exterior. Aisha confronts the universal existence of secrets, questioning whether some truths are better left buried or if facing them head-on is the path to redemption. "Crimson Roses & Hidden Desire" is a captivating tale of self-discovery, love, and the complexities of adolescence. Alsha's journey resonates with readers as she navigates the blurred lines between truth and deception, ultimately challenging the notion of perfection and highlighting the importance of embracing imperfections to find true happiness and redemption. This young adult novel is perfect for teens looking for good books to read. It's a new fiction book that seamlessly blends romance, mystery, and young adult literature. If you're searching for romantic fiction books or romantic novels for young adults, "Crimson Roses & Hidden Desire" will captivate you with its compelling story and relatable characters.

Alone in the city without money and friends. Mother and father gone, her home sold over her head, deserted by her only brother - for Marion Warren the world seemed to stop. But her long years of nursing an uncomplaining father had taught her a great lesson. And she stepped bravely into a new life. Things seemed pretty black until the roses came...

Reprint of the original, first published in 1881.