Patricia Ryan Books

Exploring the sacrifices required to pursue one's dreams, this narrative delves into the struggles and choices faced by individuals on their journeys. It highlights personal transformation, the impact of ambition on relationships, and the emotional toll of chasing aspirations. Through compelling characters and their challenges, the story prompts readers to reflect on their own desires and the lengths they would go to achieve them. Themes of resilience, hope, and the cost of success resonate throughout the tale.

Book One of P.B. Ryan's #1 bestselling historical mystery series.  Long thought to have died during the Civil War, opium-smoking former battle surgeon Will Hewitt is arrested for murder, and it's up to governess Nell Sweeney to prove his innocence. "A beautiful combination of entertaining characters, minute historical research, and a powerful evocation of time and place. I'm very glad there will be more to come." New York Times bestselling author Barbara Hambly"P.B. Ryan makes a stunning debut with Still Life With Murder...I can't wait for the next installment." Bestselling author Victoria Thompson "If you like fast moving, accurately drawn, historical mysteries, you won't go wrong by trying Still Life With Murder ." Reviewing the Evidence" Still Life With Murder is sheer perfection... gripping... powerful... unforgettable...You'll know you've read one hell of a story after you turn the last page!" Reader to Reader ReviewsA full-length novel of 91,000 words Post-Civil War BostonOriginally published by Berkley Prime Crime as Book One of the Gilded Age mysteries

Interpersonal skills are crucial for success in the workplace, as research indicates that a significant majority of individuals who struggle professionally do so due to poor relationships with colleagues. The book emphasizes the importance of developing these skills to enhance work performance and foster better workplace dynamics. It offers insights and strategies to improve communication and collaboration, ultimately leading to greater career success and satisfaction.

Sometimes being naughty is far more satisfying than being nice--and the best lovers know that desire is a gift to enjoy together. Four of today's hottest romance authors are gathered here with stories designed to arouse your imagination, titillate your senses--and leave you breathless . . .Naughty or Nice?Sherrilyn Kenyon heats up an office where two coworkers decide to spend the holidays together--only to find themselves surrendering completely to forbidden passion . . . "Love Bytes"Carly Phillips explores a "mistletoe moment" when a no-nonsense lawyer intent on seducing her boss meets his twin instead--and gives him a scintillating kiss that leaves him begging for more . . . "Naughty Under the Mistletoe"Patricia Ryan surprises a cynical P.I., who meets the kind of woman he never wanted--until she takes him on a journey of rapturous pleasure . . . "Santa, Baby"Kathryn Smith teases a pair of Regency lovers who once shared a night of white-hot passion with the temptation to forgo propriety for something scandalous and irresistible . . . "A Christmas Charade"

1868 - Skandal in Boston: Das Leben der mächtigen Familie Hewitt gerät aus den Fugen, als eine Arbeiterin aus ihrer Spinnerei ermordet wird. Ausgerechnet nachdem sie Harry Hewitt, einen Sohn der Familie, erpresst hat. Kann Nell Sweeney, Gouvernante mit brillantem detektivischen Gespür, Licht ins Dunkel des brisanten Falls bringen? Unterstützt von Harrys Bruder Will, dem heimlich ihr Herz gehört, beginnt Nell zu ermitteln. Schon bald tun sich menschliche Abgründe vor ihr auf. Und je tiefer sie in die Geheimnisse der Hewitts eintaucht, desto mehr gerät sie selbst in tödliche Gefahr..

Er ist ein draufgängerischer Spion im Dienst des Königs und sie eine weltfremde Gelehrte. Eine geheime Mission, die England vor einem neuerlichen Bürgerkrieg bewahren soll, führt sie zusammen. Als angebliches Ehepaar schleichen schleichen sie sich in Kreise ein, die den Sturz des Königs vorbereiten. Um an die entscheidenden Informationen zu kommen, muss die scheinbar spröde Phillipa auf amouröse Angebote eingehen - was Hugh ganz und gar nicht gefällt...