Passions And Deceptions

A collaborator with Warner Brothers and Paramount in the early days of sound film, the German film director Ernst Lubitsch (1892-1947) is famous for his sense of ironic detachment and for the eroticism he infused into such comedies as So This Is Paris and Trouble in Paradise. In a general introduction to his silent and early sound films (1914-1932) and in close readings of his comedies, Sabine Hake focuses on the visual strategies Lubitsch used to convey irony and analyzes his contribution to the rise of classical narrative cinema. Exploring Lubitsch's depiction of femininity and the influence of his early German films on his entire career, she argues that his comedies represent an important outlet for dealing with sexual and cultural differences. The readings cover The Oyster Princess, The Doll, The Mountain Cat, Passion, Deception, So This Is Paris, Monte Carlo, and Trouble in Paradise, which are interpreted as part of an underlying process of negotiation between different modes of representation, narration, and spectatorship--a process that comprises the conditions of production in two different national cinemas and the ongoing changes in film technology. Drawing attention to Lubitsch's previously neglected German films, this book presents the years until 1922 as the formative period in his career.

Find the Passion that Burns Within Looking to warm up this winter? Everyone thinks passion is something that comes up, but few people know the true burn that passion can place. It may seem innocent, and it may seem like all it will do is get you a wild night, but many people would be wrong. Erica Rose knows exactly what can be done with passion, and she'll learn all of the consequences that come with it. It only takes one night of chance while meeting Jeremey O'Harren to create a spiral of desire and passion that leaves her breathless, wrecked, and determined to seek more, yet afraid to do so. Being with Jeremey O'Harren isn't easy, and sometimes it's like he's the devil himself clad fully in black, watching and waiting. Want to Know More? Download the Book Today Just Scroll to the top of the page and select the "Buy" Button. -----

An explosive tale of art and myth, desire and betrayal, from New York Times best-selling author Jill Bialosky "Bialosky urgently captures the moment in an adult's life when reflection leads to regret, and a desire to recapture the promise of one's youth becomes a kind of desperation. A vulnerable and searching tale of art, myth, and mortality." —Oprah Daily Something terrible has happened and I don’t know what to do. An unnamed narrator’s life is unraveling. Her only child has left home, and her twenty-year marriage is strained. Anticipation about her soon-to-be-released book of poetry looms. She seeks answers to the paradoxes of love, desire, and parenthood among the Greek and Roman gods at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. As she passes her days teaching at a boys’ prep school, spending her off-hours sequestered in the museum's austere galleries, she is haunted by memories of a yearlong friendship with a colleague, a fellow poet struggling with his craft. As secret betrayals and deceptions come to light and rage threatens to overwhelm her, the pantheon of gods assume remarkably vivid lives of their own, forcing her to choose between reality and myth in an effort to free herself from the patriarchal constraints of the past and embrace a new vision for her future. The Deceptions is a page-turning and seductively told exploration of female sexuality and ambition as well as a human drama that dares to test the stories we tell ourselves. It is also a brilliant investigation of a life caught between the dueling magnetic poles of privacy and its appropriation in art and literature. Celebrated poet, memoirist, and novelist Jill Bialosky has reached new and daring heights in her boldest work yet.

What happens when the love, scandals and hope between two powerful families are revealed? Seduction And Sacrifice Everyone warned Gemma about Nathan, but she believed he wasn't heartless -- just heartbroken. Clearly he is still in love with his ex-wife, Lenore, so Gemma tries to hide her attraction to him. However, Lenore knows loving a woman isn't one of Nathan's talents. Not like Zachary Marsden -- loyal, handsome, protective, he is the perfect husband, and Lenore has secretly loved him for years. But she also knows that her ideal man will never leave his wife... Desire And Deception Jade has a special name for Kyle Armstrong: Mr. Cool. Her father had hired him as the new marketing manager of Whitmore Opals -- the job she wanted! But the more she tries to hate Kyle, the more she finds him attractive; this is real desire! Jade feels uneasy about Gemma, though, because real love is what the poor, innocent girl feels for Nathan. And Jade has no illusions about the type of man her adoptive brother is -- could Kyle Armstrong be made the same way as Nathan...with ice in his veins, instead of hot blood? Passion And The Past Melanie couldn't believe the intense attraction she felt for Royce Grantham the moment he set his blue eyes upon her! She'd been so sure after the tragic end to her marriage that she could never feel anything for a man again. Will her determination not to repeat past mistakes prove stronger than the emotions that are aroused in her whenever she is with Royce? Elsewhere in the Whitmore household, Gemma, Nathan's trusting young bride, had already been seduced -- by passion. Now she is discovering the difference between Nathan's lust, and her love...

What happens when the love, scandals and hope between two powerful families are revealed? Seduction And Sacrifice Everyone warned Gemma about Nathan, but she believed he wasn’t heartless — just heartbroken. Clearly he is still in love with his ex–wife, Lenore, so Gemma tries to hide her attraction to him. However, Lenore knows loving a woman isn’t one of Nathan’s talents. Not like Zachary Marsden — loyal, handsome, protective, he is the perfect husband, and Lenore has secretly loved him for years. But she also knows that her ideal man will never leave his wife… Desire And Deception Jade has a special name for Kyle Armstrong: Mr Cool. Her father had hired him as the new marketing manager of Whitmore Opals — the job she wanted! But the more she tries to hate Kyle, the more she finds him attractive; this is real desire! Jade feels uneasy about Gemma, though, because real love is what the poor, innocent girl feels for Nathan. And Jade has no illusions about the type of man her adoptive brother is — could Kyle Armstrong be made the same way as Nathan…with ice in his veins, instead of hot blood? Passion And The Past Melanie couldn’t believe the intense attraction she felt for Royce Grantham the moment he set his blue eyes upon her! She’d been so sure after the tragic end to her marriage that she could never feel anything for a man again. Will her determination not to repeat past mistakes prove stronger than the emotions that are aroused in her whenever she is with Royce? Elsewhere in the Whitmore household, Gemma, Nathan’s trusting young bride, had already been seduced — by passion. Now she is discovering the difference between Nathan’s lust, and her love…

A serendipitous encounter. A web of misinterpretations. A smoldering attraction. And blackmail! Maggie Dolton stumbled upon a dangerously handsome stranger who ignited an irresistible spark within her. She knew in her bones that he was "the one" - little did she realize he was none other than Sheik Ramit al Qadar, ruler of Ditra. Their lives soon tangle in a seductive dance of missed signals and untamed passion, as well as misunderstandings that tear them apart. Fast forward a year, and Ramit discovers an even deeper secret - he's a father! As the truth surrounding the pernicious blackmail and misunderstandings unravels, can Ramit and Maggie rebuild the trust they once scorched? Will they reignite the fiery love that had started to blaze, or are their passions forever entangled in a web of sensual confusion?

Deceptions weaves the spellbinding tale of identical twin sisters who dared to exchange lives. A smashing New York Times bestsellers from Judith Michael. In a glittering world of lazy luxury, Sabrina reigns supreme. Invited to the most elegant parties, pursued by the most desirable men, she yearned for something more. . . . Her twin, Stephanie, is safely married with two adorable children and has everything in life that Sabrina lacks. But Stephanie longs to live like her rich and carefree sister. Changing places was to be their little secret. The game was never meant to get out of control. Neither of them dreamed how easy it would be to get lost in a maze of deceptions. . . .

In the heart of Lancashire, where the hum of the cotton mill resonates with tales of love and industry, a story unfolds—one that is as ancient as time, yet as fresh as the morning dew. Drawing inspiration from the biblical saga of Genesis 25-39, this tale weaves the passions and betrayals of a love triangle set against the backdrop of a town on the cusp of change. Jacob, a young man seeking redemption and a fresh start, is ensnared in the affections of two sisters: Rachel, the radiant beauty he desires, and Leah, the shadowed soul he unwittingly weds. As the Industrial Age dawns, bringing with it the promise of railways and new horizons, the ties that bind these three souls are tested in ways they could never have imagined. From the bustling marketplace to the serene canals, from whispered secrets in the dead of night to public declarations under the midday sun, "The Love We Share" is a journey of the heart. It speaks of love's trials and triumphs, deception and redemption, and the threads that, once united, can weave a tapestry of joy or unravel the very fabric of lives. Dive into this historical romance, where every page holds a promise, every chapter a revelation, and every turn a lesson in the timeless dance of love and destiny. 🔥 A smoldering love triangle set against the backdrop of Lancashire's bustling canals and thriving mills! 🔥 When Jacob's heart is ensnared by the radiant Rachel, little does he know that the shadows hold another who pines for him - the enigmatic Leah. As passions flare and secrets unfold, a grand deception threatens to tear them apart. 💔 Two sisters. One man. A deception that could change everything. 💔 Dive deep into a world where love is a double-edged sword, and trust is a luxury few can afford. Will love conquer deception? Or will the heart's true desires remain forever hidden? Unravel the mystery, feel the passion, and get lost in a tale of love, betrayal, and destiny. Grab your copy today!