Love And Duty

When King Ivan and Katarina met it had been love stirring from the start. Until it appeared he had chosen duty over love. After the deaths of both his previous wives, King Ivan is now back with his first and true love, Katarina. They were supposed to be each other’s one and true love, soul-mates even. Yet, now they seem so distant and out of touch with one another. Will the truth about Ivan’s decision all those years ago help the royal couple overcome the invisible wall in their relationship? Meanwhile, there is a war on the horizon with someone in the palace seemingly helping the neighboring kingdoms to invade Assyria. Ivan must prove to be a strong King in the battle arena as well as find the love that brought him so much joy back when he first met his love... Maybe he will find there can be love in duty?

Kate is Texas's top woman athlete, but a woman of her day marries a champion--does not become one. Effie's husband has gone to war, leaving her intoxicatingly independent. And Stella, bound by her husband's ambitions, dreams of freedom. They each had married the men they wanted. Will they finally find something to call their own?

In 'Incognita; Or, Love and Duty Reconcil'd' by William Congreve, the story begins by introducing us to Aurelian, the son of a wealthy Florentine gentleman. At the age of 18, Aurelian has an accomplished cavalier's education, and he keeps the company of strangers of quality and gentlemen who travel from other countries into Italy. One of his friends include Hippolito, who hails from Spain. One day, they decided to attend the nuptials of Donna Catharina together, except they're planning to do so while in disguise.

When her mother dies in the late 1930's, Bella gives up Oxford to provide for her younger brother and sister. Bella transforms their family-owned clothing store into a high-fashion international business, but happiness doesn't come as easily as success in the business world. After Bella recognizes her own strengths, she finds the lasting love she deserves.

Where Can You Turn. . .? . . .when the bills are due, the kids are acting out, loneliness and doubt are creeping into your quiet hours--and you're handling it all alone? If your partner is in the military, these challenges may be the greatest that your relationship will ever face. Now is the time you need answers, resources, and understanding. This is the book that will give them to you. Military wife and U.S. Army veteran Shellie Vandevoorde has penned a practical, compassionate guide to help military couples cope with the separation of active deployment. Now updated and expanded, Separated by Duty, United in Love is infused with her years of experience, offering sound and comforting advice from someone who's been there. Vandevoorde explores real-life issues and shares invaluable insights on the best ways to: • Keep the lines of communication open while your partner is away • Address your children's fears as you cope with your own • Juggle finances and other household duties • Find the balance you desperately need • Cope with post-traumatic stress, injury and other challenges when a spouse returns from war • Utilize military resources and support groups to help yourself through the toughest times You are not alone. Separated by Duty, United in Love gives you the tools and the encouragement you need to help your military relationship survive--and thrive.