They Ain't Proper

1880s, The Wild West. An easy, solitary life on the outskirts of Ghosthallow is all Lou Ramirez wants. They want to buy some house plans, build a home, and live their quiet life far from townsfolk’s prying eyes. But somehow instead of house plans , a house wife is delivered to their door. Clementine Castellanos desperately needs a way out from under her family debt, and it seems as though selling her services as a wife is the only way to do it. Expecting a rough, harsh man to be her new husband, Clementine is pleasantly surprised to instead be dropped off at the ranch of an equally surprised Lou. Lou would rather Clementine leave them to their lonely existence, but Clementine is too charmed by the quiet and mysterious rancher to give up. She may have come into Lou’s life easily, but she certainly isn’t planning to leave that way. Undeterred by Lou’s prickly demeanor, Clementine is determined to get her reluctant spouse to open up to her. When the past comes back to haunt the pair, the fight for their independence—and their love—may become more deadly than either of them ever expected. Leah Vasquez and Victoria Lockwood should not fall in love. They're smart enough to know a star-crossed lovers situation never works. Leah's a loner from the poor side of town, working two jobs, and aching to leave their sleepy hometown in her rear view forever. Victoria lives in a mansion with her overbearing parents, surrounded by friends and known to none of them, living what others consider a charmed life. When Leah rescues Victoria from a freak rainstorm, they discover an unexpected understanding, and an undeniable spark. Leah Vasquez and Victoria Lockwood should not fall in love, but they do. Five years after their summer romance flames out, Victoria returns home to visit her dysfunctional family, fiance in tow. She's shocked to find Leah never left town, and more surprisingly, neither did their feelings for each other. Still hurt over how Victoria ended things Leah resists any reconciliation, despite how hotly the embers of their love burn. Leah Vasquez and Victoria Lockwood definitely should not fall in love . . . again. Of course, even if Leah can open her bruised heart to the only girl she ever loved, Victoria must make a life-changing choice: love safely or love bravely. Publisher Leah Vasquez and Victoria Lockwood should not fall in love. Theyre smart enough to know a star-crossed lovers situation never works out. Leahs a loner from the poor side of town, working two jobs, and aching to leave their sleepy hometown in her rear view forever. Victoria lives in a mansion with her overbearing parents, surrounded by friends and known to none of them, living what others consider a charmed life. When Leah rescues Victoria from a freak rainstorm, they discover an unexpected understanding, and an undeniable spark. Leah Vasquez and Victoria Lockwood should not fall in love, but they do. Five years after their scorching summer romance flames out, Victoria returns home to visit her dysfunctional family, fianc in tow. Shes shocked to find Leah never left town, and more surprisingly, neither did their feelings for each other. Still hurt over how Victoria ended things Leah resists any reconciliation, despite how hotly the embers of their love burn. Leah Vasquez and Victoria Lockwood definitely should not fall in loveagain. Of course, even if Leah can open her bruised heart to the only girl she ever loved, Victoria must make a life-changing choice: love safely or love bravely. 1880s, The Wild West. An easy, solitary life on the outskirts of Ghosthallow is all Lou Ramirez wants. They want to buy their house plans and live their quiet life far from townsfolks prying eyes. That plan, however, hits a bump when instead of house plans, a house wife is delivered to their door instead. Clementine Castellanos desperately needs a way out from under her family debt, and it seems as though selling her services as a wife is the only way to do it. Expecting a rough, harsh man to be her new husband, Clementine is pleasantly surprised to instead be dropped off at the ranch of an equally surprised Lou. Lou would rather Clementine leave them to their lonely existence, but Clementine is too charmed by the quiet and mysterious rancher to give up. She may have come into Lous life easily, but she certainly isnt planning to leave that way. Undeterred by Lous prickly demeanor, Clementine is determined to get her reluctant spouse to open up to her. When the past comes back to haunt the pair, the fight for their independenceand their lovemay become more deadly than either of them ever expected. Danielle Clarks life is going according to plan. Shes in the middle of her surgical residency and she and her fianc, Will, are the perfect match. At least thats what everyone says. When Will brings home a rescue dog, its hard to tell whos less enthused, Dani or her cat, Jinx. The dog wreaks havoc on the household and needs training, but who has time for that? Certainly not Dani. In steps Kara Britton, owner of a successful kennel. When she picks up Danis dog for day care, the sparks fly. The wrong kind of sparks. A frazzled Dani forgets her own dogs name and Kara is appalled. The two women verbally spar at every opportunity, but beneath the surface is a growing attraction that neither expected. During one of their many heated discussions, they share a why-I-oughtta kiss that rocks both their worlds. Danis engagement weighs heavy on them both, and they make a conscious effort to stay apart, but fickle fate and meddling friends seem to delight in throwing them together. Will Dani choose the safe path and stay with the man shes expected to marry? Or will she dare to love Kara. Stacey Evans wants only one thing: to be the best alpine ski racer she can be. Everything else—like her sweet and ultra-supportive best friend, and hot-but-vapid girlfriend—is just a bonus. Fresh from a medal at her first Olympics, Stacey knows she can only get better and is firmly focused on the future, and totally not thinking about how she’s kind of a little in love with that sweet, ultra-supportive best friend... Gemma Archer has had a crush on Stacey from the moment she first saw her, but being her best friend is so amazing that she’s almost managed to push that crush aside. Almost. But even if Gemma finds the courage to tell Stacey how she really feels, there’s a mountain of obstacles to overcome—like the fact that Gemma’s stepmom is Stacey’s coach (awkward) and Gemma will be going away to college in a few months. And most importantly...what if admitting how she feels ruins the best friendship she’s ever had? *Schuss* brings back two beloved supporting characters from E. J. Noyes’ bestselling, award-winning novel *Gold*. Stacey Evans wants only one thing: to be the best alpine ski racer she can be. Everything elselike her sweet and ultra-supportive best friend, and hot-but-vapid girlfriendis just a bonus. Fresh from a medal at her first Olympics, Stacey knows she can only get better and is firmly focused on the future, and totally not thinking about how shes kind of a little in love with that sweet, ultra-supportive best friend Gemma Archer has had a crush on Stacey from the moment she first saw her, but being her best friend is so amazing that shes almost managed to push that crush aside. Almost. But even if Gemma finds the courage to tell Stacey how she really feels, theres a mountain of obstacles to overcomelike the fact Gemmas stepmom is Staceys coach (awkward) and Gemma will be going away to college in a few months. And most importantlywhat if admitting how she feels ruins the best friendship shes ever had? Schuss brings back two beloved side characters from E. J. Noyes bestselling, award-winning novel Gold. Genre: New Adult, Romance "Stacey Evans wants only one thing: to be the best alpine ski racer she can be. Everything else -- like her sweet and ultra-supportive best friend, and hot-but-vapid girlfriend -- is just a bonus. Fresh from a medal at her first Olympics, Stacey knows she can only get better and is firmly focused on the future, and totally not thinking about how she’s kind of a little in love with that sweet, ultra-supportive best friend... Gemma Archer has had a crush on Stacey from the moment she first saw her, but being her best friend is so amazing that she’s almost managed to push that crush aside. Almost. But even if Gemma finds the courage to tell Stacey how she really feels, there’s a mountain of obstacles to overcome -- like the fact Gemma’s stepmom is Stacey’s coach (awkward) and Gemma will be going away to college in a few months. And most importantly...what if admitting how she feels ruins the best friendship she’s ever had? -- Back cover “When archaeologist Anna Baring announces the founding of the Lady Adventurers Club in May 1923, none of the other three members expect to ever meet again. After all, they live halfway around the world from each other. What could possibly bring them together once more? Then they each receive an unexpected letter. Anna has found a tomb that promises to be even grander than that of King Tutankhamun, and she wants them to come to Egypt for the opening. It’s the find of the century. The tomb will make old Tut look like a pauper. But will the women of the Lady Adventurers Club get to see it? Egypt is a political powder keg. Unscrupulous criminals keep shooting at them. And weird, unnerving things seem to happen wherever they go. As the women race across Egypt, their friendship will be tested as they fall deeper into danger. They’re not the only ones after a pharaoh’s treasure."-- Provided by publisher Lina Ragelis prides herself on her bravery and strength, two traits that have served her well in her career in the US Army. Having been disconnected from her family since she turned eighteen, Lina has learned to rely solely on herself - and her slightly overbearing best friend - and she swears she prefers it that way. It's an easy lie for someone who has spent her entire life dodging love. Lina's pretty certain that she's damaged goods. But the truth is, she's the kind of person everyone wants in their corner, and the kind of woman many women want to love. Having had more than her fair share of challenges and hardships, there isn't much that scares Lina. Life would be so much easier if she were afraid of something basic - like spiders - instead of something significant. Something like real, true, healthy love. -- Back cover Emma thinks she has her life all mapped out, until a flirty encounter at an Orioles game finds her thrown drastically off course. Mabel is everything her long-time boyfriend, Jack, isntsmart and funny, sweet and confidentand it doesnt take Emma long to realize a relationship with Mabel could hold the keys to happiness. And it doesuntil Emmas deep insecurities about their same-sex relationship emerge and she leaves for law school. Without Mabel. As years pass, Emma and Mabel find themselves repeatedly crossing paths, even as distance tries to keep them apart. And now that Emma has finally found comfort in her own skin, it should be an easy road to their fairy tale happily-ever-after, right?