"Dissatisfaction with nature flows throughout Western civilization, as deep as its blood, as abiding as its bones. Convinced to the marrow that something is deeply wrong with nature, . . . the Western world tries to remake it into something better." For Priscilla Stuckey, this is a fundamental and heartbreaking misconception: that nature can be fixed, exploited, or simply ignored. Modern societies try to bend nature to human will instead of engaging in give–and–take with a living, breathing land community. Using her personal experiences as the cornerstone, Stuckey explores the depth of relationship possible with the birch tree in our backyard, the nearby urban creek, the dog who settles on our bed each night. Drawing inspiration from sources as varied as ancient philosophers and contemporary biologists, Stuckey challenges readers to enact a different story of nature, one in which people and place are not separate, where other creatures respond to human need, and where humans and all others together create the world. With the eloquence of the great nature writers before her, Stuckey encourages us to open ourselves to the unlimited possibilities of a truly connected life.

Koharu, who was attacked by a demon and had her powers taken away so that she couldn't see Iori or other demons anymore, also had the mark of engagement from her chest erased... What will happen to the love story between the fox demon and human...?! This dangerous love story will come to an end!

Enemies become lovers in the exciting conclusion to the Dynasties: Calcott Manor series from Joss Wood. He wants her as he’s never wanted anyone…but he’s certain she can’t be trusted. Merrick Knowles and Aly Garwood hate each other…and crave each other. Before they knew one another’s identities, they had a scorching one-night stand. But Merrick, the Grantham family’s protector, becomes suspicious of Aly’s true intentions when he discovers her living at the family estate. Aly has a complicated connection to the Granthams—and she senses there’s some unfinished business at Calcott Manor. Merrick agrees to help, if only to hasten her departure. As their antagonism becomes passion and family secrets are revealed, Merrick must trust her or risk losing everything… Harlequin Desire transports you to the luxurious worlds of American tycoons, ranchers and family dynasties. Get ready for bold encounters and sizzling chemistry. You’ll be swept away by this bold, sizzling romance, part of the Dynasties: Calcott Manor series: Book 1: Just a Little Jilted Book 2: Their Temporary Arrangement Book 3: The Trouble with Little Secrets Book 4: Keep Your Enemies Close...

Harlequin Desire brings you three full-length stories in one collection! Be transported to the luxurious worlds of American tycoons, ranchers and family dynasties. Get ready for bold encounters and sizzling chemistry. SNOWBOUND SECOND CHANCE By Reese Ryan Valentine Vineyards Evelisse Jemison wants to escape memories of her ex by returning home to Magnolia Lake. But when a snowstorm strands her with sexy Sebastian Valentine, neither can deny their connection…nor their explosive chemistry. THE WRONG RANCHER By J. Margot Critch Heirs of Hardwell Ranch Piper Gallagher has to pretend to be someone she’s not—for complicated reasons. And then it gets more complicated when she falls for Maverick Kane, her family’s rival. Will being with Maverick cost her everything? KEEP YOUR ENEMIES CLOSE… By Joss Wood Dynasties: Calcott Manor Entrepreneur Merrick Knowles isn't sure about Aly Garwood. But she won’t leave Calcott Manor until they investigate her ominous premonitions—even if the only visions Merrick believes in are fantasies of Aly. But as their attraction grows, so does Aly’s mystery… For more luxurious worlds of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry, look for Harlequin Desire September – Box Set 1 of 2

From secret babies to family secrets, these two breathtaking romances conclude Joss Wood’s fan favorite Dynasties: Calcott Manor series. The Trouble with Little Secrets Her little secret's about to be revealed… Jack Grantham’s powerful grandmother blamed Peyton Caron for the death of his brother. So Peyton concealed the baby she conceived during their searing one-night stand. Now she’s forced to reveal the truth while family secrets have complicated Jack’s life and made him wary. But their raging desire has only grown. Now Jack wants a relationship without love…but with all that stands between them, Peyton won’t settle for less. Keep Your Enemies Close... These enemies are drawn together by irresistible desire. Merrick Knowles and Aly Garwood once had a scorching one-night stand. Now Aly’s living on the Grantham estate with complicated connections to the family, and Merrick suspects her motives. She claims Malcolm needs her to solve a family mystery. Though doubtful, Merrick agrees to help, and soon their tense antagonism becomes unrelenting desire… Two sizzling Dynasties romances, one great value!

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When cattleman Riley Raymond realises his cattle are being rustled, he needs the best tracker available. He never thought the best tracker would be a stunning Cheyenne maiden. When Dakota cattleman Riley Raymond realises his cattle are being rustled, he's not going to settle for anything other than the best tracker money can buy. But what this confirmed bachelor never counted on was discovering the best tracker in the territory is a stunning Cheyenne maiden. They set out together to find out who the cattle rustlers are, and during their days and nights together, discover just how violent the rustlers are. They also discover, to their endless agony and supreme satisfaction, just how hot the passion burns between them. But just when it looks like ecstasy is theirs for the taking, the evidence begins to point to Fox Spirit's own Cheyenne tribe being responsible for the rustling. Can Fox find the courage to defend her tribe against an infuriated Riley, or will she side with her heart and turn traitor to her own people?