Hot Chocolate And Angels Kisses

~Herald angels aren�t allowed love for the daughters of Man.~ Surrounded daily by evidence of mankind�s inhumanity, Nathan finds peace and a ray of brightness only in the purity of a barrista�s smile. Cassie�s warmth, far sweeter than the cup of hot chocolate she sells him each morning, touches even an angel�s heart. Still, they seem fated to be nothing more than customer and shop girl, until, sparked by a simple act of kindness, attraction blooms on a snowy afternoon. One kiss frees the love in both their souls. But that kiss breaks Nathan�s covenant to guide and succor those for whom he bears a message. One kiss proclaims their love. There can never be a second.

"Alexandria Hayes-Lewis was blessed with the perfect life. By day she managed her family's detective agency. By night she made love to her devilishly handsome husband. Lexie never knew she's been marked at birth by an Angel's Kiss-until one ordinary case turned deadly. A brutal attack awakens a deeply hidden family legacy: a superhuman strength and vitality. Not only is she stronger-her gift also increases the power of immortal beings. With the secrets of her heritage unlocked, and her legacy revealed, Lexie becomes the prey. Terrified by changes she doesn't understand and sensual nightmares she can't control. Lexie desperately searches for ways to harness the power flowing through her veins. But when people die and her family is threatened, she takes the ultimate step against those who want to shield her, those who want to possess her, and those who want to kill her. In a frantic bid for freedom, she enlists the help of an unusual guardian and an ancient weapon"--Page [4] of cover.

Set in the beautiful city of Lucerne, Switzerland, The Angels Kiss is a romantic drama that explores the awakening of new and vibrant emotions. An Angel is dispatched to earth to fulfill her mission to deliver Heavens gift of love to a kind and deserving man. When the Man becomes interested in the Angel, however, the situation takes an unexpected and complicated turn of events. In their search for true love, the Angel and the Man ultimately find the truth that was inside of them the entire time.

When summer days give way to autumn crispness and the first snows of winter, falling temperatures send you searching for thick sweaters and woolly hats. But nothing warms you down to the soul like a steaming mug of hot chocolate or spicy mulled cider. HOT DRINKS presents fifty recipes for delicious coffees, teas, chocolates, ciders, punches, and cocktails to sip in front of a crackling fire or heat up holiday get-togethers. You'll find a toasty pick-me-up for every frosty occasion, including classics like Hot Buttered Rum, Cafe con Leche, and Moroccan Mint Tea, as well as new twists on old favorites like Snowflake Vanilla White Chocolate, Hot Wasabi Red Snapper, and West Indies Pineapple Cup. Featuring a festive collection of 50 hot drink recipes for fall and winter holiday entertaining, more than 30 full-color photographs, and including both alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, these easy-to-mix, cold-weather warmers are guaranteed to chase away the winter chills.

FROM EXCITING AUTHOR OF LGBT+ ROMANCE ELIZABETH HOLLOWS From the Naughty or Nice? collection Twelve blind dates over Christmas? Chance has low expectations until he meets a gorgeous rule-breaker with a talent for dirty talk. Christmas is fast approaching, and, like most years, Chance McKenzie is single and lonely. It makes a Christmas-themed dating service sound like a good idea. Twelve blind dates and the possibility of meeting the &‘man of his dreams'? It's worth a shot. The brash and flirtatious Angel Tompkins is not what Chance expects. Angel is out for a good time and doesn't like small talk. Not only does he convince Chance to go out after their date, but he also gets Chance back to his apartment. Angel is everything Chance never knew he wanted. When Angel asks to see more of him—in and out of the bedroom—he says yes. A two-week fling with Angel sounds like a dream come true. But when Angel proves to be romantic and kind, Chance starts to desire more than just casual sex and the occasional date. They're both on a dating service with at least twelve other men. What are the odds that Angel would ever want more than some fun?

A birthday cake with swirls of buttercream icing, frosty ice cream on a hot summer's day or warm, chocolatey cookies with a glass of ice-cold milk...it seems sweet treats are simply irresistible! We've gathered some of our yummiest recipes in Sweet & Simple along with lots of fun tips to make them extra-special. Why not host an oh-so-easy pie party? Just set up a table outside in the shade, fill pitchers with fresh lemonade and ask friends to bring a favorite pie to share...try Glazed Apple-Cream Pie, Caramel-Banana Pie or Fresh Peach Pie, each is delicious! Kids will love it when you set up an ice cream stand...scoops of Apple Dazzle, Frosty Peaches & Cream or Velvety Lime Squares will cool them down in a jiffy. And an old-fashioned cake walk will be a hit whatever the occasion when you show off Tutti-Fruitti Cake, Apple Blossom Cake or Toffee & Black Walnut Cake. Take a peek inside and whip up a special dessert tonight...it's easy as pie! Hardcover, 224 pages. (9-1/4" x 6-1/2")

An ancient vampire has returned to Castle Rock, and with her comes an even older evil intent on revenge… After tumultuous events in Canberra forced Lizzie Grace to confront her demons—literal and figurative—she returns to Castle Rock, hoping the stalemate with Aiden O’Connor can finally be resolved. Of course, for that to happen, she first has to talk to the man, and Lizzie is fighting a major case of cowardice. But cowardice holds no weight against the force of evil, and this one has a specific target in mind—Maelle Defour, the vampire Lizzie has an uneasy relationship with. As Aiden steps up to fight for everything he wants—including Lizzie—darkness is unleashed on the reservation. One that can turn those who look at it into stone. But the greatest threat to Lizzie might not be the demon or the vampires creating bloody chaos, but the wild magic itself. Because the wellspring is out of control, and the only way to stop it is to invoke an ancient ritual. One that might kill the precious child she carries.

When Isabella decides to move back home to Pittsburgh, she doesn't expect to meet her teen crush Nate on the flight home…or to find out that he has come back to turn the beloved neighborhood corner bakery into a parking deck. Can Isabella cook up a solution that will save the bakery and their romance in time for A Christmas Cannoli Kiss?