Kings Bride

Happily engaged to the poet Amandus, Fraulein Anna is horrified to discover that a beautiful ring, mysteriously deposited upon her finger whilst tending her kitchen garden, forces her into marriage with the gnome Corduanspitz. Can Anna find any way of removing the ring? Will her poet lover shake off his passive demeanour and come to her aid? And has Corduanspitz truly relinquished all ties to his gnome heritage, as he so proudly claims?Around a love story very much of its time, Hoffman arranges a narrative that brings to mind the most successful elements of contemporary magical realism and surreal comedy. Always entertaining, yet capable of a focused though subtle morality, "e;The King's Bride"e; brings disparate elements into a masterful harmony.

In the conclusion of the Deryni series, political power meets its match in the power of magic as the time approaches for the king's wedding.

The last person Mel Norton expects to see on her doorstep is James "Dev" Langdon. His killer smile makes Mel's heart flutter uncontrollably once more...though she's vowed never to fall for him again. Dev has returned to take his childhood sweetheart back to his family home--Kooraki Station--for only there can she finally lay her demons to rest.... In the heart of the sweltering Australian outback, Mel's guarded exterior begins to crumble....

In this enchanting royal romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Annie West, a hidden passion is soon to be revealed… His promised queen’s secret: He’s the only man she’s ever loved! Princess Eva’s always known her long-standing betrothal to King Paul of St. Ancilla is a political match. That doesn’t mean she hasn’t privately craved more! Paul ending their engagement is heartbreaking confirmation he’ll never feel the same. Paul’s rebuilt his country after his father’s destruction. His ultimate act of kingship is releasing Eva from their convenient arrangement. Until a scandalous photo requires them to continue their betrothal…and an explosive kiss has Paul questioning everything he thought he knew about his royal bride! From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all of the Sovereigns and Scandals books! Book 1: Revelations of a Secret Princess Book 2: The King’s Bride by Arrangement

When Kellan, Wolf King of the North, meets his fated mate, she is only a child. He immediately brokers a betrothal and, on the day after her 20th birthday, whisks her away to his castle in the Northland. Kellan is elated, believing he has everything he has ever wanted. His new wife, Nora, doesn't quite share the same sentiment. Before Kellan has time to court her, Nora is attacked. An ancient brotherhood refuses to allow an heir of one kingdom onto the throne of another. All four factions in the land of Imperium appear to be involved in a surreptitious struggle for power ... while Nora hides a few secrets of her own. *The Wolf King's Bride is the first book in the Fate of Imperium Series. Each book is the story of a different king and his fated mate. While the three books do not have to be read in order, it is highly recommended.

He's the God of Death. She's the bride sent to kill him. Their union may be the end of them both. The Everfrost is ruled by the King in his castle of ice. Some call him the Ice Phoenix, others the God of Death. The clans survive by one law alone: pay the King the homage he is due and never take what belongs to him. But when Sunnëva Morkhàn's brother falls gravely ill, she will have to do exactly that. Against every warning, she sneaks into the castle to steal the one thing that would save him-a magical rose. But you don't steal from the King and live to tell the tale. When the Ice Phoenix discovers her theft and demands payment, the cost is too steep. Mourning and enraged, she challenges him, only to lose. To spare her clan from the King's wrath, her father offers her as a bride, and for a reason she cannot fathom, the King agrees. Revenge is a delicate game Sunnëva is determined to play, even if killing the God of Death is no easy feat. But as secrets unfold around the alluring King, and dark threats emerge from the shadows, Sunnëva struggles to hold on to her hatred-and her heart. Inspired by Beauty and the Beast, King's Bride is the first book in Beck Michaels' companion prequel series, the Chronicles of Urn-dark fables founded in forbidden love and strong-willed women who bring kings to their knees.

Housekeeper Effie, a practical yet slightly frumpy virgin, has been summoned to the desert to serve the sheikh! Ruthless Sheikh King Zakari had gone to seek solitude in the sands, but nights alone are not something this ruler is used to. However, with his housekeeper at his service, there's no need to allow his bed to grow cold…. After hot hours of passion, Effie's heart is near to bursting. But what she doesn't realize is that something has compelled Zakari to take her, a lowly servant, as his royal bride!

A MAP TO A PLACE THEY EACH DESIRE.A DESTINY THEY DIDN'T EXPECT. The Shadow demon nearly took everything from Dynalya Astron, and it would soon return for more. When she discovers a way to fight back, she must go on a perilous journey and risk it all for those she holds dear. Along the way, she meets Cassiel, a Celestial Prince with magic blood and wings as black as his heart. He wants nothing to do with Dyna until he learns she could lead him to a place he has been searching for all his life. But reaching their destination is not as easy as they thought, nor are they the only ones who search for it. With danger at every turn and harrowing secrets between them, the quest will require much more than determination. They must fight for what they desire-or die trying. For fans of The Cruel Prince, and The Lord of the Rings comes Beck Michael's debut novel with remarkable characters, a budding romance, and gripping action. Divine Blood is the first book of an Epic Dark Fantasy series that explores the depths of loss, acceptance, and the true meaning of courage.

After inheriting Kapria's throne, Maximilian's only objective was to erase his father's corrupt legacy--a task that might have been impossible if a dying billionaire hadn't given Maximilian his fortune...and his daughter, Victoria. Twelve years later, Maximilian has finally secured his kingdom's future, and he's ready to claim his bride--even if his advisors insist that she's a horrible choice.They aren't the only ones who need persuading. Because after waiting for so long, finally marrying Maximilian should have been a dream come true for Victoria. Instead she's caught in a nightmare of duty and obligation, betrothed to a king who pretends to love her in front of the cameras. She always wanted to be the perfect bride...but when she's not fantasizing about Maximilian's big hands, she's dreaming about running away. But Maximilian will never let Victoria escape him. Because the king isn't pretending, and he's waited long enough to claim his queen... Don't miss any of the Royal Wedding series by Alexa Riley, Ruby Dixon, Kati Wilde, and Ella Goode!THE KING'S SPINSTER BRIDE by Ruby DixonTHE KING'S HORRIBLE BRIDE by Kati WildeTHE KING'S INNOCENT BRIDE by Ella Goode

Lord Jesus who is known the Savior of the world but also a one-woman-Lover. The Holy Bible talked about His life before the earth was created. He is called "the Beginning of the creation of God." After He was created, the Holy Father directed Him to create the fairest among women to be His wife. Their marriage supper was proclaimed, but postponed when Adam and Eve committed sin. They were first sent on a mission to save the children of God from eternal death. Prophecy foretold the woman got lost in the world, committed sins, and got condemned. The Holy Father who bound Them with an everlasting love sent His Son to save her from His decree. Lord Jesus left His glory in Heaven and poured His precious blood on the cross to display His love for her. However, when it was His bride's turn to be in the physical world, she did not remember her life in Heaven, nor her Bridegroom. Lord Jesus was like a man who secretly fell in love with this woman, but she did not know about His love for her. He came to allure her, and reminded her of His love for her.