Rose Books

WELCOME TO BLACKWOOD INSTITUTE. HOME TO THE DANGEROUS AND DISTURBED. Brooklyn West, a convicted murderer and diagnosed Schizophrenic, is given an offer she can't refuse-attend the prestigious Blackwood Institute and complete its three-year experimental program, or rot behind bars for the rest of her life. The deal is simple. Or so she thought. Within the institute's blood-soaked walls lies a harrowing reality, painted as a medical marvel to the outside world. Brooklyn doesn't care what terrors await. She has one mission; to end her own life. Four broken fellow patients are determined to derail her plans. All carrying secrets of their own, Kade, Hudson, Eli and Phoenix will stop at nothing to save Brooklyn from herself. Together, they must fight to survive Blackwood's horrors. Even if it means becoming the monsters themselves. Get all three books in the internationally bestselling Blackwood Institute series for one price, plus three brand new bonus scenes and an exclusive 9,000 word extended epilogue set after BI #3. This is a dark, why choose romance trilogy with morally grey antiheroes, a fierce, scarred heroine embracing her inner darkness and mind-bending plot twists from start to finish.

An accessible yet enlightening handbook exploring London's rich history as a world-leading city of science.

Gemma Walker is stuck in a rut. She is in a toxic relationship and her life hasn't changed since she was fifteen. She still works in her mum's pub, she still has no body confidence and she's still in love with Robbie Wilson. Robbie Wilson was Gemma's childhood crush who she shared an undeniable spark and connection. Gemma and Robbie's friendship and romantic relationship grew unexpectedly in their final year of school, but after an unexpected tragedy, the two parted ways before the relationship could blossom. Ten years after they parted ways, Robbie is back, and he wants a second chance. A lot has changed for Robbie. He is now a world-famous football superstar and millionaire but he is the same lovable Robbie. Gemma's life changes overnight but will she allow herself to be happy and to have a second chance at love?

The story revolves around a wealthy and rebellious young man who discovers the secret life of a woman who writes erotic fiction. As their worlds collide, unexpected chemistry ignites between them, leading to a tantalizing exploration of desire, creativity, and the complexities of their contrasting lives. Themes of passion, societal expectations, and self-acceptance weave through their evolving relationship, offering a blend of romance and steamy encounters.

"In 1959 Milly starts her new life as a housemaid at Rutherford House, working for the aristocratic Rutherford-Percy clan. Entranced by her new mistress, Vivienne, she becomes deeply embroiled in the household and the keeper of dark secrets the family conceals beneath the mansion's grand exterior. In the present day, Christie is working as a psychiatric nurse when she meets troubled patient Lillian Percy, Vivienne's granddaughter and heiress to Rutherford House. They soon bond over the loss of their mothers - Lillian's died when she was a child; Christie's mysteriously disappeared over twenty years ago - and Christie finds herself increasingly fascinated by Lillian's family and their imposing ancestral home. As Christie learns more about the Rutherford-Percys, she finds a shocking clue that could help her uncover what happened to her own mother. Desperate for answers, Christie puts her job, her family and even her very life on the line. But how much of the truth does she really want to know?"--Publisher

Secrets. Lies. Betrayal. I've done my fair share, risking everything to save her. My princess... My Ryth. Now we're cornered by those who run the Order. And we're at their mercy. Only one man can get us out. The man who knows the truth about this place... Her father. Deals are made to free us. Only she doesn't know everything. She soon will... She'll expect my brothers to be standing outside the gates.. Waiting... But I don't think they will. I'll be there to pick up the pieces. I'll make sure she's safe. Our little mouse. Our princess. Our...stepsister.

Have you ever wondered what your feathered friends were really thinking? Birds are everywhere—soaring through our skies, flocking to our beaches, perched in our trees, and sometimes even sharing our homes. Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind the songs, squawks, and chirps that filter through our daily lives? Get ready for a sneak peek into the mysterious thoughts (and twisted plots) fluttering through the little bird brains of our feathered friends.

After a shocking event leaves Tyrese struggling with grief, he's taken to visit family in Jamaica. From the first night, strange things start happening: impossible visions, blackouts, swarms of insects, and the discovery of a grave hidden deep in the forest. Tyrese can't explain what's going on and he's scared that he's losing his grip on reality. Then Tyrese is warned he's being hunted by the mysterious Shadow Man. Under threat, Tyrese and his friends set out on a terrifying journey across the island to try and uncover the Shadow Man's sinister history. Who can Tyrese trust when his own mind is falling apart and there's nowhere left to hide?

I was Lilith. He was Lucifer.Halloween night, one year ago, I sold my soul to the devil. Complete with a blood rite and everything. I had less than nothing. He promised me the world. And then he disappeared, taking my heart with him. But now, he's the one with everything to lose. A family. A name. A reputation. I've still got nothing, but I'm clawing my way to the top, one body at a time. This Halloween, things are going to be different. This Halloween, 'Lilith' is coming to take what's hers. Book 1 of the Unsainted series. Dark romance.

A supposedly long-lost collection of fable-like stories attributed to the obscure middle European writer Maxim Guyavitch is presented with a humorous introduction and afterword emphasizing the word "supposedly." In this novel, the character C.D. Rose (distinct from the author) embarks on a quest in an unnamed middle-European city for Guyavitch's manuscript. Although that search proved fruitless, Rose has now discovered the manuscript—nine enchanting, fable-like short stories—which he shares alongside a witty introduction detailing the discovery and a comical afterword offering critical commentary on the tales and their enigmatic author. This work showcases C.D. Rose's talent for world-building, blending intelligence with light-heartedness while celebrating literature itself. It is the third installment in the series featuring C.D. Rose, though prior knowledge of the earlier books is not necessary. The series began with a biographical dictionary of unsuccessful writers, followed by a quest for Guyavitch's manuscript during a book tour. Like its predecessors, this collection can be enjoyed as a delightful assortment of quirky stories, a comedy, or a poignant tribute to the aspiration of writers longing to be read.

With three hearts to worry about, as well as my own, time will tell if I'm up for the task.I've always been normal. Okay, maybe more of an average guy, who's quiet and awkward. Just someone who's trying to survive living in my trailer while dodging my mom's debt collectors.Everything changes when a power within me surfaces, and my eyes are thrown wide open.Humans aren't the only ones who walk the earth.Read that again, but slowly. I know. I can hardly believe it either.There's more. With my newfound power, I'm expected to attend a college to learn how to use my slightly terrifying and temperamental telekinetic ability, a power I apparently should have received when I was a kid, not at twenty-one.Throw in my new roommates and my brain threatens to overload while my heart can't figure out who or what it wants. All my traitorous heart is sure of is that it's greedy and beats far too fast when any of the three not-completely-human men are around.Not that my wanting will do me any good. There's Cade who hates me, Zeke who's super nice and understanding but way out of my league, and Hyde who's as scary as he is quiet. I have no idea if I'll survive the changes, but I really want to. Just wait and see for yourself. As soon as you meet these guys, you'll understand and see our undeniable connection. Just be warned, nothing but death will stop me protecting my hearts. this is a standalone, slow burn, paranormal romance for adults only.

“A book that belongs on the same shelf as Italo Calvino’s “ If on a Winter’s Night a Traveler, ” Nabokov’s “ Pale Fire ”, and several works by Zoran Zivkovic, Stanislaw Lem and David Markson.” — Michael Dirda, The Washington PostA collection of entrancing literary fables from an underrated master of the form …Perfect for the fans of David Mitchell, Julio Cortázar and Steven Barthelme are these 15 dreamlike tales.Welcome to the fictional universe of C. D. Rose, whose stories seem to be set in some unidentifiable but vaguely Mitteleuropean nation, and likewise have an uncanny sense of timelessness — the time could be some cobblestoned Victorian past era, or the present, or even the future.In these 19 dreamlike tales, ghosts of the past mingle with the quiddities of modernity in a bewitching stew where lost masterpieces surface with translations in an invisible language, where image and photograph become mystically entwined, and where the very nature of reality takes on a shimmering sense of possibility and illusion.“Every madness is logical to its owner,” one of Rose’s characters says. And it is that line — between logic and madness — that Walter Benjamin Stares at the Sea walks with such assuredness and imagination.

"Introspective Ruth Parker is desperate for love and attention. Overlooked as a child by her cold and critical mother, her pain manifests in loneliness and a crippling lack of self-esteem. When glamorous actress 'Aunt' Vanessa, her mother's childhood friend, shows an interest in her, Ruth basks in the blinding light of her attention.Once Ruth escapes to university in London, Aunt Vanessa invites her to Wilton Place, her stunning Belgravia residence. As she blossoms under Vanessa's guidance, Ruth finds herself torn between student life and the hypnotic, luxurious confines of Wilton Place. Belgravia wins out, but when Ruth explores the gloomy attic of her new home and finds a hidden, locked door, she discovers that Vanessa is hiding the darkest of secrets from her childhood, secrets that threaten everything Ruth knew about her own mother. How far will Ruth go to find the truth - and how much does she really want to know?"--Publisher

Family is everything... I always knew my father was a cold, heartless bastard. But the moment he took Elle Castlemaine and her pathetic daughter into our home, barely a month after our mom died, he unleashed something savage inside me. I didn't care they lost their home. Didn't care their father was behind bars. Didn't care he betrayed the notorious Stidda Mafia boss, Benjamin Rossi, and now their lives were in danger. All I cared about was her. Ryth. I wanted to hurt her. Wanted to make her squirm. I wanted to make her pay for the moans coming from my father's bedroom. When he slipped a ring onto her mother's finger, Ryth became mine. Mine to bully. Mine to break. And I'll use my brothers to do it. She'll become our favorite obsession. Our sick, tormented game. She'll become the only thing I think about, until not thinking about her tears me apart. I'll hate her. I'll hate her so much it hurts...

The imposing gates of Ramsay Hall yawned open. As Serena and 4-year-old Lana walked up the long driveway, little did they know the dark secrets that lay within.When Serena Green accepted the role of housekeeper for wealthy widower Hayden Ramsay, she never imagined her new home would be Ramsay Hall, an ancient, sprawling mansion in Northern England.Serena quickly becomes an integral part of the household, making friends with Hayden’s younger son Hugh, despite Jack, his older brother’s, coldness towards her and Lana.But the hall’s beautiful exterior hides many ugly secrets. Though Serena and Jack begin to grow closer, she’s confused by his behaviour around Lana. What is he guilty of? And is there more to their mother’s death than the Ramsay men will admit, even to themselves?As the harrowing past of Ramsay Hall unravels, Serena fresh start becomes a fresh horror. She fears for her and Lana’s safety, but what are the bleak secrets in Serena’s own past?This house is built on a lifetime of lies… and the truth might just bring the walls crashing down.A twisty, gripping and utterly unputdownable new thriller that fans of Lisa Jewell, C.L. Taylor and Mark Edwards will love.

This succinct text emphasizes diagnostic issues and pathophysiology to help nephrology fellows and practitioners quickly identify and treat kidney disease. Providing concise clinical summaries of 64 renal disorders, each chapter addresses the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of a specific problem to help the reader make effective clinical decisions.

Love clouds beloved; so it didn't drench her after the last monsoon! Each poem in this book is about the emotion of the protagonist, most of it is focused on how few dozen hours of lavishing moments bewitch living days, the narrative is about emotional responses that falsify statements about times ability to fade world around it. Poetic tone, prose and illustration narrate a short story which mentions women and love....

The Cook, author of The Cook's Book of Ponder, has over 20 years of experience studying, reenacting, and teaching history from the French and Indian and Revolutionary wars while traveling throughout the Easter United States and Canada. He has been featured in several news articles that highlight his abilities to effectively demonstrate and teach the cooking techniques of the 18th century.The Cook's culinary arts degree and experience in the foodservice industry has provided him with the skills to interpret and develop the recipes contained within this cookbook. He has created this unique experience for the readers by explaining the myths that surround 18th century cooking and the modern foods that were prepared and served during that time period. Readers will learn how those ingredients and cooking techniques provide them with the same foods they enjoy today.This is a must have cookbook for those individuals that enjoy historical cookery and for reenactors that demonstrate cooking from the 18th century.

Veterinary medications are essential for maintaining the health and well-being of pets, helping to prevent and treat various illnesses, from minor infections to chronic diseases. They alleviate pain and discomfort due to injuries or age-related conditions, enhancing pets' quality of life and aiding recovery post-surgery. Additionally, these medications protect against parasites like fleas and ticks, preventing infestations and disease transmission. It's crucial for pet owners to source these medications from licensed pharmacies to ensure safety and efficacy.

Eric and Hailey enjoy a seemingly perfect life, filled with happiness and contentment. However, as they navigate their relationship and face unexpected challenges, they must confront deeper issues that test their bond. The story explores themes of love, resilience, and the complexities of life, revealing how they grow individually and as a couple amidst trials. Their journey highlights the importance of communication and understanding in maintaining a strong partnership.

Caught between the safety of her unborn pup and the survival of the werewolf species, the protagonist faces a daunting decision. With the powerful Malavite Stone in hand and the looming threat of hounds over the Sanguine Wilds, she must navigate a perilous path that could determine the fate of both her child and her kind. The tension between personal sacrifice and the greater good drives the narrative, highlighting themes of motherhood, loyalty, and the struggle for survival in a supernatural world.

This book argues that Muller was responsible for the invention of modern-day death squads, the first of their kind in the Americas.

"Horses may strike you as innocuous enough, placidly grazing on grass and swishing away flies with their tails. But, don’t be fooled by those tranquil equine eyes. The Secret Thoughts of Horses offers a peek into the inner workings of bronco brains—and what you find might surprise and delight you. Whether running a race, angling for sugar cubes, or prancing the arena, these majestic creatures are definitely not just horsing around"--

Merk dir eins: Vertrauen ist wie eine zarte Blume, die in einer Beziehung wachsen kann. Doch Verrat kann sie wie ein unerwarteter Frost zerstören, noch bevor sie die Möglichkeit hat, zu blühen. Dies ist auch Alejandro bewusst. Aus diesem Grund kommen nur wenige Menschen in den Genuss seines Vertrauens. So auch Aria. Doch weiß es seine Frau zu schätzen?

Glaubst du an das Schicksal? Aria war nach wie vor fest entschlossen, alle Hindernisse zu überwinden, um sich aus den Fängen ihres Ehemannes und seiner Familie zu befreien. Dabei schien sich das Schicksal schon auf ihre Seite geschlagen zu haben. Völlig unerwartet trat ein Mann in ihr Leben, den sie einst zu kennen glaubte, und der ihr die Möglichkeit einer vorteilhafteren Zukunft in Aussicht stellte. Doch war er ihr von Gott gesandter Retter oder vielmehr ein Gehilfe des Teufels? Letztendlich stand Aria vor einer Entscheidung, die ihr weiteres Schicksal für immer beeinflussen würde.

»Raven will ein Abenteuer. Also wird sie eins kriegen.« Impulsiv. Tough. Immer ein provokanter Spruch auf den Lippen. Auch wenn sie ihre Mitmenschen mit ihrer eigensinnigen Art gerne in den Wahnsinn treibt, liebt Raven ihr chaotisches Leben. Doch als die zwei Highschools der Stadt zusammengelegt werden, wird ihre Welt mehr denn je auf den Kopf gestellt. Plötzlich ist da der charmante Cole, der einfach nicht von ihrer Seite weichen will und als wäre das nicht schon genug, hat ihr langjähriger Erzfeind es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, ihr Temperament mehr denn je herauszufordern. Zwischen betrunkenen Romanzen, gebrochenen Klischees und gefährlichen Geheimnissen, muss Raven feststellen, dass manche Menschen nicht so sind wie sie auf den ersten, den zweiten oder sogar den dritten Blick erscheinen.

Geheimnisse. Lügen. Verrat. Ich habe meinen Teil dazu beigetragen und alles riskiert, um sie zu retten. Meine Prinzessin ... Meine Ryth. Jetzt haben uns die Anführer des Ordens in die Enge getrieben. Und wir sind ihnen ausgeliefert. Nur ein Mann kann uns befreien. Der Mann, der die Wahrheit über diesen Ort kennt ... Ihr Vater. Es werden Deals gemacht, um uns zu befreien. Nur weiß sie nicht alles. Das wird sie aber bald ... Sie wird erwarten, dass meine Brüder vor den Toren stehen ... und warten ... Aber ich glaube nicht, dass sie das tun werden. Ich werde da sein und die Scherben aufsammeln. Ich werde dafür sorgen, dass sie in Sicherheit ist. Unsere kleine Maus. Unsere Prinzessin. Unsere ... Stiefschwester.

Mein Bruder blutet. Meine Stiefschwester ist weg. Die Verantwortlichen bezeichneten sich als Familie. Durch Blut und jetzt durch Heirat. Ich will sie für das, was sie getan haben, vernichten. Alles, was sie haben, niederbrennen. Aber zuerst muss ich sie finden. Ryth. Die erbärmliche kleine Maus, die sich in unser Leben geschlichen und ein Zuhause gefunden hat. Ich kann sie nicht vergessen, kann sie nicht aus meinem Kopf bekommen. Sie hat etwas Gefährliches in mir ausgelöst. Etwas, das mich dazu brachte, sie zu ruinieren. Und dabei habe ich mich selbst ruiniert. Sie war einmal ein Spiel für mich ... Das ist sie immer noch ... nur dass es diesmal für immer ist.

Wir brauchen uns. Doch wir können uns niemals haben. Ava Lopez hat ihre erste und einzige Liebe verloren und leidet Jahre später immer noch darunter. Sie glaubte nie an einen Unfall und als die Stadt plötzlich durch eine weitere Tragödie erschüttert wird, werden die schmerzhaft verdrängten Zweifel wieder größer. Die Schönheitskönigin wird ermordet und Avas eigener Bruder zum Hauptverdächtigen. Als eines stürmischen Abends auch noch ein mysteriöser Fremder vor ihrer Tür steht, lässt sie ihn unüberlegt in ihre Wohnung und damit in die Trümmer ihres Lebens. Mit der Zeit kommen sich die beiden gefährlich nahe, doch sie ahnt nicht, dass Dylan Wright ein Geheimnis verbirgt, das ihre fragile Welt endgültig einstürzen lassen wird.

Sie ist ein trotziger, verbotener Dorn in meinem Auge. Einer, den ich nicht herausbekomme. Einer, den ich nicht trainieren kann. Aber Vivienne gehört mir. Ihr Körper. Ihre Seele ... Und am wichtigsten: ihre Abstammung. Keiner von ihnen versteht, wie wichtig sie ist. Aber ich weiß es. Meine Söhne und ich werden diese Information - sie - bis zum Tod schützen. Wir werden sie für uns behalten. Also wird sie hier bleiben, unter meinem Dach, und meine Regeln befolgen. Sie widersetzt sich mir bei jeder verdammten Gelegenheit. Spielt ihre trotzigen, kleinen Spielchen mit uns. Bis ich merke, dass meine Entschlossenheit nachlässt. Ich bin ein eiskalter, berechnender Mann. Aber ich ertappe mich auch dabei, dass ich mich in ihren Bann ziehen lasse. Und ich bin nicht der Einzige. Ich sehe den Hunger in den Augen meiner Söhne. Ich sehe, wie sie in ihrer Nähe reagieren. Sie wird für uns kein Rot tragen ... Denn sie wird überhaupt nichts tragen. Ich nehme sie mit nach unten ... und zeige ihr genau, wer hier die Kontrolle hat. Ich werde ihr zeigen, wie es ist, besessen zu werden ...

Wer die Dunkelheit liebt, begehrt die Gefahr! Damit sich Liberty Morgans Leben endlich zum Besseren wendet, will sie in Heatherstown ihrer Schwester bei einem Kunstprojekt helfen. Doch ahnt sie nicht, dass sie sich damit in einen Strudel aus dunklen Geheimnissen und gefährlichen Intrigen stürzt. Denn sie gerät in das Visier der manipulativen Elite, der ihre Schwester schon längst zum Opfer gefallen ist. Um sie zu schützen, muss sie sich ausgerechnet auf Jax Cavanaugh einlassen, der gleichzeitig ihr größter Feind und ihr tiefstes Begehren ist. Wird seine Vergangenheit ihr Untergang oder sie zu seinem Ruin?

Jahrelang hat Annabelle Lewis in Chicago für ihren Neuanfang gekämpft und sich ein neues Leben aufgebaut. Doch ausgerechnet Denver Lockheart lässt die Blase ihres Glücks platzen. Ohne Vorwarnung schleicht sich der kaltherzige Rebell in ihre Welt und erinnert sie an genau die Vergangenheit, die sie für immer hinter sich lassen wollte. Zwischen Verachtung, hitzigen Auseinandersetzungen und dem Wunsch, der Dunkelheit zu entfliehen, kommen sie sich entgegen aller Umstände näher. Dabei steht er für alles, was in ihrem Leben keinen Platz mehr hat und sie erinnert ihn an all die Narben, die ihn zeichnen. Als sie gezwungen sind, zurück nach Heatherstown zu kehren, setzen sie ihre verbotene Anziehung endgültig aufs Spielund läuten ein tödliches Finale ein, das die Kraft hat, den letzten Funken Licht zu verschlingen. Die Prinzessin und der Teufel. Sie werden untergehen.

Zwei Gejagte. Zwei Verachtete. Eine tödliche Affäre. Kyle Walker und Sienna Cavanaugh sind dem Monster entkommen, aber ihr Leben steht mehr denn je auf dem Spiel. Mit einer Zielscheibe auf dem Rücken sind sie auf der Flucht, denn Stephen kehrt zurück, will nicht nur seine Tochter für ihren Verrat bestrafen, sondern auch seinen Stiefsohn bluten sehen. Die Vergangenheit, die dunklen Spiele und die Morde lasten schwer auf ihnen, wodurch ihr Hass genauso schnell wächst wie ihre Leidenschaft. Doch was wird es kosten, überleben zu können? Ihre Herzen? Ihre Seelen?