Sipping Seduction

Can friends become lovers, and can lovers remain friends? Frannie Life in Beaver Bluff has always been predictable, just like me. I've always been the one who takes care of others and never expects anything in return. But then a plumbing disaster leads me straight to Evan’s doorstep, and suddenly I’m living with my childhood best friend. Sharing close quarters with him, the lines between our past and present blur. Evan I've loved Frannie from the shadows, always looking for a way to become someone worthy of her. Enlisting in the Army was my answer, but I never planned on coming back with scars I can’t keep hidden. Now she’s living under my roof but feels further away than ever. And with competition for her heart moving in, I’ve got to man up and show her she belongs with me or risk losing her forever. Lose yourself in the richly crafted world of Beaver Bluff, Tennessee where the whiskey flows freely and love is only ever a few pages away.

Absinthe is not a relic of the past; there is a vibrant and devoted contemporary scene focused exclusively around the notorious Green Fairy. Indeed, the liquor's lore piques the interest of many: Does the drink drive one to madness? Does it serve as a gateway to boundless creativity? Which is the best method for enjoying the drink-set aflame or chilled with ice and sugar? How can I get my hands on all of the beguiling absinthe antiques? Answering these burning questions, authors Betina Wittels, Robert Hermesch, and T. A. Breaux, all astute absinthe connoisseurs, have updated their wildly successful book with an expanded historical section, new absinthe reviews to tantalize imbibers, sidebars peeking into various absinthe subcultures, stunning new imagery from both past and present, and much more. For those looking to begin their absinthe journey or for those who've been on the path for some time, this book is a must for those who fancy all things absinthe.

Amalie: I've lived in Beaver Bluff, Tennessee my entire life. My only goal is to put myself through school working as a full-time nanny so I can earn my degree and get the heck out of this small, suffocating town. When a run-in with a cocky single dad lands both of us in the principal's office at my old elementary school, I'm forced to find a way to work with the nemesis from my past to set a good example for the kids. As the two of us butt heads, my frustration builds until I don't know if I'm on the edge of my breaking point or falling for the reformed bad boy. Miller: My son comes first. He's my top priority, and as a single dad, I haven't had time to even look at a woman in over six long years. So when I overreact during a school event and am forced to work with a gorgeous nanny to plan the spring fundraiser, I suddenly find myself out of my league and going out of my mind. She's everything I haven't been looking for and now desperately crave. Unless I can convince her I've changed from the entitled a-hole she knew as a kid, I'll run out of time before I can make her mine. Lose yourself in the richly crafted world of Beaver Bluff, Tennessee where the whiskey flows freely and love is only ever a few pages away.

Agreen fairy, geniuses' muse, deliverer of madness and maladies, harmless elixir -- absinthe carries quite a reputation. Absinthe: Sip of Seduction, A Contemporary Guide reveals the true nature of this notorious and alluring sub-culture, from past to present. Punctuated with classic and current poster art, postcards, paintings, drawings, advertisements, and photographs, this book does not leave the eye feeling neglected. Beginning with the birth and temporary death of absinthe, our story moves towards the contemporary revival of the Green Fairy. As a must, the comprehension of the piqued interest of absinthe requires a look at the famous drinkers who have cuddled up to the rumored green muse. From Charles Baudelaire, Paul Verlaine, and Alfred Jarry to Vincent van Gogh, Edgar Degas, and Pablo Picasso to Ernest Hemingway, Aleister Crowley, Johnny Depp, and Marilyn Manson, absinthe has had many suitors. Discussions on how absinthe may serve as a brilliant release for creativity and, in some cases, a road to abuse and destruction are held for each featured artist. As displayed by our aforementioned modern imbibers, the consumption and enjoyment of absinthe is not relegated to the past. For the curious drinker of today, Absinthe: Sip of Seduction provides information on the various sipping methods, recipes for cocktails and tasty accompaniments, as well as a number of reviews on the absinthes currently available for purchase and recommended drinking spots where the absinthe-minded person can visit around the world. And not to be left without additional references, a complete listing of websites, vendors, and literature is compiled in the back of the book. For those wishing to delve deeper, an entire chapter has been devoted to the collecting of all things absinthe. For the untrained eye, it may be difficult to distinguish a true antique Eiffel Tower spoon from a modern reproduction, yet the chapter on collectibles provides the reader with detailed clues on what to look for, what to avoid, and general asking prices. Not to be ignored is the lithograph poster, the most popular and widely known collectible. Seductive descriptions on the true intent of the ads are discussed with each vibrant piece. Confirmed absinthe drinkers, neophytes, the curious, and collectors will all find this book as equally intriguing, informative, and seductive as the Green Fairy herself. Book jacket.

Her mountain man hero must make an impossible choice. Emma I’ve always been spontaneous, but this time I might have gone too far. Showing up at my brother’s remote cabin to surprise him for his birthday seemed like a good idea. But he’s nowhere to be found, the cabin’s locked up tight, and a snowstorm’s on the way. When his closest neighbor stops by, the gorgeous grumpy mountain man insists on taking me home with him until the storm passes. He’s burly and bossy, but I can tell there’s a kind heart buried under the layers of flannel. Jackson The last thing I need is to be snowed in with my best friend’s little sister. If anything happens between me and the beautiful curvy blonde, he won’t just end our friendship, he might even end me. It doesn’t matter that she’s impossible to resist. The sooner I get her out of my cabin, the better off we’ll both be. But how can I let her go when I know deep down she’s meant to be mine?

The heat between them might be the only force that can thaw this mountain man’s frozen heart. Eden When I was a little girl, my grandfather filled my head with stories about the rugged beauty of Montana. Once I inherited his cabin, I couldn’t wait to move out west. Montana is everything I hoped it would be from the stunning sunsets to the perfect peacefulness. There’s only one thing, or should I say one person, who’s liable to spoil it for me… my new neighbor. He’s grumpy and gruff and hotter than a wildfire blazing out of control. He might think he can run me off, but I’m here to stay. At least until my past comes looking for me… then Shaw might be the only one who can save me. Shaw The mountains have always been my refuge. Until Eden moves in. The curvy yoga instructor doesn’t belong on Mustang Mountain, not with her herd of goats and habit of taking bare plunges in the creek. She thinks she can tame the Montana wilderness with one of her wide, bright smiles, but she’s wrong. Until one night changes everything. I’m determined to be the man she needs, even if it means risking my own heart. Welcome to Mustang Mountain, where love runs as wild as the free-spirited horses who roam the hillsides. Framed by rivers, lakes, and breathtaking mountains, it’s also the place the Mountain Men of Mustang Mountain call home. They might be rugged and reclusive, but they’ll risk their hearts for the curvy girls they love.

Nothing could tempt widower Ward Miller from his self-imposed seclusion. Until the private celebrity met his new "handler," the beautiful, no-nonsense Ana Rodriguez. While he'd only stepped back into the spotlight for the worthy charity Ana ran, having her by his side was the benefit he truly wanted. She claimed she'd never fall for a musician—being starstruck wasn't her style. But that wouldn't stop Ward. Ana made him want things he hadn't wanted in much too long. So he'd pursue her…and with one kiss turn the tables on this innocent, leaving her begging for his touch.

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