Buttering the Box - format ePub

Maureen is a city girl at heart, born and raised in Houston, where snow is a novelty and winter is a distant dream. But when her new job brings her to New Hampshire's White Mountains, she's thrown headfirst...

TessaI never thought I'd find myself signing up for a snowboarding class, much less one that involves a crazy, charming construction worker who thinks he's a snowboard pro. But here I am, standing on...

*Mountain Man Ski Patroller, Newbie Snowboarder, Slippery Slopes RodneyAs a ski patroller in the White Mountains, I'm always on the move and when I'm called to rescue a lost snowboarder, it should be...

*Small Town. Big Secrets. Off-the-Charts Chemistry. St. Patrick's Day FestivitiesShe came to the mountains to escape her past. He's the reclusive programmer with ties to the Irish mafia. Neither expected...

A satirical tale of a confectioner whose ambition is only matched by his lack of scruples, this story exposes the comedic yet dark underbelly of greed. The arrival of a dim-witted brother threatens to...

A diligent carpenter's life is shattered by the reckless actions of a young squire and a naive dairymaid in this lush, tragic pastoral. The narrative weaves a complex tapestry of rural community life,...

A young man uncertain of his origins and a spirited woman trapped in an oppressive marriage find their paths crossing in a search for meaning. This profound novel delves into the complexities of Jewish...

Politics and passion intersect in a small English town as a fiery radical fights for the working class while navigating a tangled inheritance plot. The story moves beyond mere electioneering to question...

A sprawling web of provincial life captures the failed dreams and imperfect marriages of a community on the brink of reform. Through the lens of a young idealist and a frustrated scholar, the novel examines...

Set in Renaissance Florence, this historical romance follows a young woman's intellectual and spiritual journey amidst the turmoil of Savonarola's rise. Betrayal and political chaos force her to forge...

Three distinct stories of rural clergy reveal the extraordinary sorrows and redemptions hidden within ordinary lives. From the gossip of a small town to the private anguish of a misunderstood curate,...

A man cursed with the ability to foresee the future and hear the thoughts of others finds himself trapped in a nightmare of isolation and horror. This Gothic departure from realism dives into the dark...

A solitary weaver, embittered by betrayal and obsessed with his hoard of gold, finds his life transformed by the arrival of an orphaned child. This heartwarming fable explores the healing power of human...

The bond between a brother and sister is tested by family disgrace, financial ruin, and the rigid expectations of rural society. As they navigate the turbulent waters of growing up, their loyalty is strained...

Focusing on the intense and often volatile relationship between two siblings, this narrative captures the raw emotions of childhood and the pain of growing apart. It is a study of loyalty and misunderstanding,...

Godwin Peak, a man of humble origins and fierce intellect, wages a desperate war against the rigid class structures of Victorian England. Driven by ambition yet haunted by shame, he constructs a double...

A young governess faces a life-altering choice when a marriage proposal forces her to confront her duty, her desires, and the class divide. The story paints a delicate picture of the struggle between...

Richard Mutimer rises from the working class to lead a socialist movement, but sudden wealth tests his ideals and integrity. As industrial unrest boils over, personal ambition clashes with political cause,...

In a bid for political success, Denzil Quarrier navigates a minefield of secrets, betrayal, and social expectations in a provincial town. His progressive facade hides a scandalous private life that threatens...

Hilliard, a man trapped in a mundane existence, unexpectedly comes into money and decides to "live" for a year, setting his sights on the enigmatic Eve Madeley. A complex dance of gratitude, debt, and...

The literary world is stripped of its glamour in this ruthless portrayal of writers struggling between artistic integrity and commercial survival. Edwin Reardon fights a losing battle against poverty...

In the sprawling suburbs of London, the Madden sisters face the uncertain future of middle-class spinsterhood amidst a rapidly changing society. Marriage is deconstructed not as a romance, but as a gritty...

Amidst the cynicism of his era, Piers Otway seeks a love that transcends social barriers and imperialist aggression. This narrative stands apart as a rare defense of pacifism and romantic idealism in...

Dyce Lashmar is a charismatic opportunist who borrows ideas as easily as he borrows money to climb the social ladder. His journey through the drawing rooms of the elite reveals a society eager to be deceived...

Escaping the stifling industrial gloom of England, a group of travelers finds liberation and moral confusion under the bright skies of Italy. Old values crumble as art, passion, and freedom challenge...

This collection of short stories illuminates the quiet desperation and fleeting joys of London's overlooked inhabitants. From struggling tutors to impoverished writers, each tale offers a window into...

Confronting the "surplus women" problem of the late 19th century, this story follows the Madden sisters and the fiercely independent Rhoda Nunn. It is a groundbreaking examination of gender roles, debating...

A suburban couple's quiet life is upended when they take in a lodger to make ends meet, leading to a comedy of manners and class friction. The "paying guest" brings unexpected chaos, challenging the household's...

In the smoke-choked slums of Clerkenwell, the struggle for survival strips humanity down to its rawest elements. Characters fight against a destiny dictated by crushing poverty, where hope is a dangerous...

Retiring from a life of literary struggle, Henry Ryecroft finds solace in a rural cottage, reflecting on nature, books, and the passage of time. This semi-autobiographical work moves away from narrative...

Mr. Gammon, a cheerful and energetic commercial traveler, becomes entangled in a mysterious hunt for a missing husband in this buoyant London mystery. Unlike Gissing's typically tragic figures, the characters...

Osmond Waymark seeks to embrace the raw reality of the streets, finding beauty and truth among social outcasts and the "unclassed." His relationship with a woman forced into prostitution challenges every...

Orphaned by a devastating earthquake, young Clare is thrust into a world that tests his gentle nature at every turn. His wanderings expose him to the harshness of humanity, yet he retains an innate goodness...

Little Diamond, a sickly stable-boy, is visited by the mysterious and powerful North Wind, who whisks him away on nocturnal adventures. Together they traverse city streets and metaphysical realms, exploring...