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One day to see the sights.One night to change your life. . .Magazine writer Kathryn Taylor is traveling from New York to Paris for work. But the flirtatious Frenchman she left long ago is waiting at the airport--and he wants to play. . .No one can guide Kat through the sensual city's delights like Marko Renard. He let her get away once, and now he's determined to make her stay--even if he has to tie her down. He will wrap her in cashmere, tease her tongue with chocolate, and take her to the peak of the Eiffel Tower. . .But can he convince the bohemian beauty she belongs with him, in his luxuriously decadent world? In business, he's the master--but it's Kat's body and soul he truly longs to rule. He has just enough time to show her the pleasures of the boulevards, the boulangeries--and the bedroom. To finally get her to just say oui, he'll have to seize the day--and the night. . .

Letitia Tinsley's well-ordered spinster life is thrown into chaos when she learns her beloved brother has mysteriously disappeared from his gold mining claim in California. Determined to discover the truth, Letty sets out on the treacherous journey west. But there's only one thing more perilous than a single lady traveling alone into the rugged frontier-and that is sharing the passage with Garth Morgan. The wealthy bachelor is astoundingly arrogant-and dangerously handsome. Worse, Letty is forced to lean on his strong shoulders, again and again...  Humbled by the harrowing expedition, Garth resolves to keep Letty safe-though the courageous beauty is unwilling to give an inch when it comes to trusting him. Still, despite her defiant resistance, he's ready to stand with her as she faces the truth about her missing sibling. And by the time they reach California, Garth is determined to stake his own claim on the lovely Miss Letty-if only she will let him...

Is their passion strong enough to break her chains?Andalucía Spain, 1489: Innocent Beatriz is desperate to escape the threat of a miserable marriage to a cruel Marquis. Forced into the betrothal by her ruthless merchant papá, her only hope is to conceal her identity and become a servant in a nearby castle-a life drastically different from her comfortable upbringing. Tomás doesn't know what to make of his well-spoken new servant girl. Her beauty and charm captivates the military hero; her mysterious nature intrigues him. And the desire she ignites burns brighter with each glance, as does his longing to claim her for his own. Beatriz can't resist Tomás' passion nor deny the heat of her own. But neither the lush countryside nor the walls of the opulent Moorish castle can entirely protect her-and if he were to discover her secret, she could be torn away from him forever. Yet how can she sustain his love if she's living a lie?

Follow the heart through darkness . . .As the Inquisition gains force, even the faintest rumor can brand one a heretic. In this world it is Sancha's gift--or curse--to be blessed with the gift of healing. But the villagers are in need of her arts more than ever, and she feels it is her duty to help them at the risk of losing her life. And at the sacrifice of her heart . . . Enrique has never wanted a woman as he does Sancha. Determined to have her love, he woos her with exquisite passion, giving her refuge to pursue her healing in secret. But their very desire and escape from the ruthless forces of the world may be their undoing. And together, they must pit themselves against a jealous rival and archaic tradition to secure their place in a hopeful new dawn . . .

For a young woman swept into international adventure, romance can't be far behind...  The 1920s are in full swing when Sadie Loudon leaves her grandfather's stodgy vicarage, and she dreams of the glamour and excitement she's seen on the silver screen. But before she even begins work at the storied Grand Russe Hotel, she is ushered into London's glittering nightlife by a handsome young businessman intent on introducing her to the pleasures available to a Bright Young Thing. Is it a fleeting romance...or something even more intriguing?     Les Drake is on the lookout for Bolsheviks when he encounters sweet, sexy Sadie. A British Secret Intelligence agent, Les has more experience with the seedy underside of the city than with innocent chambermaids, but he can't deny that Sadie tempts him. Using her as part of his cover seems like a brilliant plan until the danger of his assignment threatens what has suddenly become a love he can't bear to lose...  Praise for Heather Hiestand's novels "One Taste of Scandal is a delicious, multi-layered Victorian treat."" -Gina Robinson, author of The Last Honest Seamstress and the Agent Ex series "A fast read with a different view point than many novels in the genre."  -Library Journal on His Wicked Smile "This is definitely one for the keeper shelf." -Historical Romance Lover on His Wicked Smile "A delightful, sexy glimpse into Victorian life and loving with two wonderfully non¿traditional lovers." -Jessa Slade, author of Dark Prince's Desire, on His Wicked Smile

Inside the glittering walls of a famous hotel, an ingénue experiences first passion . . .As she stands before the gilded doors of The Grand Russe Hotel, Alecia Loudon is poised on the threshold of a profound awakening. It is the Roaring Twenties, and London is buzzing with opportunities for adventure . . . and indiscretion. The young personal secretary knows nothing of the ways of men, but a chance meeting with the hotel's handsome night watchman sets her imagination afire. Ivan Salter has noticed the quiet Englishwoman and wonders what delicate beauty might be lurking behind Alecia's plain clothes. As the handsome Russian draws Alecia further into the hotel's luxurious world, he introduces her to fine food, cool jazz, and forbidden assignations. Their dalliance is tested, however, by a surprising link between Ivan's family history and Alecia's bosses. Tangled up in international intrigue, the lovers must decide if their sparkling new romance is worth the cost . . . Praise for Heather Hiestand's novels"One Taste of Scandal is a delicious, multi-layered Victorian treat." -Gina Robinson, author of The Last Honest Seamstress and the Agent Ex series"A fast read with a different view point than many novels in the genre." -Library Journal on His Wicked Smile"This is definitely one for the keeper shelf." -Historical Romance Lover on His Wicked Smile"A delightful, sexy glimpse into Victorian life and loving with two wonderfully non traditional lovers." -Jessa Slade, author of Dark Prince's Desire, on His Wicked Smile

Welcome to Mountain Meadow, Virginia, where love is worth waiting for...The town bad girl is back, and this time, Erin Richardson is in need of protection. Years ago, her youthful crush on handsome older man Sam Barnes nearly led to scandal. Now she's on the run from an entirely different kind of trouble: a criminal intent on eliminating his witnesses-including Erin. As the local sheriff, Sam's duty-bound to provide a safe haven. Though tongues will surely wag once Erin is sharing a house with the sexy lawman....Erin is still too young, too vulnerable, and too irresistibly beautiful. But when Sam lays eyes on her again, all he wants to do is shelter her in his arms. It won't be easy keeping her out of harm's way. But it'll be even harder keeping the woman he never forgot out of his bed-and his heart...

A riotous passion and a forbidden love jeopardize the future of the Emperors of London . . .Ravishingly beautiful and accomplished, Helena has her pick of suitable bachelors-and because she is the only daughter of a powerful duke, her mother is determined she makes a good marriage. But Helena won't marry any of them, because she is in love with the son of her family's most dangerous enemy. Though she has now been rebuffed by her beloved, she is resolved to win him back-no matter the cost.Tom's forbidden love for Helena has only intensified over the years of their separation. But the discovery of his true roots has changed everything. His secret spells danger for his family and everyone he loves. Devoted to Helena, he will sacrifice anything-even his one great love-to keep her safe. And soon, caught between warring factions and hounded by a deadly assassin, the couple will be swept back together in a fight for their lives, and their destiny..."Lynne Connolly writes Georgian romances with a deft touch. Her characters amuse, entertain and reach into your heart." -Desiree Holt "Plots, deviousness and passion galore...a truly enjoyable read." -Fresh Fiction on Temptation Has Green Eyes

It is up to the Emperors of London to protect the throne-without risking their hearts... Governess Eve Merton would have fallen into serious trouble on her walk home if a handsome stranger had not stopped to help her. But when Mr. Vernon gives her a lift on his horse, he makes no secret of his attraction. As a well brought-up young lady, Eve does her best not to notice, but when he sets about courting her, she knows she's in trouble. For she has a secret: she is the daughter of a deposed king, which means not only is she without a dowry, but also that her life is in danger... Little does Eve know that Mr. Vernon has secrets of his own. In truth, his name is Julius, Lord Winterton, and he's well aware that Eve is the offspring of the Old Pretender. In order to save his sister, he must convince Eve to wed-though he wants nothing to do with love. But as the two grow closer and an attempt is made on Eve's life, Julius may realize that fighting his heart's true desire is a battle most pleasurably surrendered... "Lynne Connolly writes Georgian romances with a deft touch. Her characters amuse, entertain and reach into your heart." -Desiree Holt "Plots, deviousness and passion galore...a truly enjoyable read." -Fresh Fiction on Temptation Has Green Eyes

"DuLong reminds me of a Southern Debbie Macomber but with a flair all her own." --Karin GillespieNew York Times bestselling author Terri DuLong casts on her newest tale of heartbreak and hope in Ormond Beach, Florida, a sun-dappled haven where one woman finds the comfort she's always needed...Petra Garfield has no real attachments tying her down to one place. She's ready for an adventure, so what could be better than an extended stay at Koi House with new friends and old in enchanting Ormond Beach. Having recently lost her mother, Petra is riddled with questions about the father she never knew. She certainly never thought she'd begin to find the answers in a tiny town in Florida...As much as she wants to search for the truth, Petra knows she can't spend all her time wallowing in the past, and her friends at the Dreamweaver yarn shop aren't about to let her. The ladies encourage her to volunteer at a local animal shelter, where she hits it off with a young boy--and his handsome father. Tangled in secrets she didn't even know she had, Petra must learn to stitch her life back together even as she unravels lifelong mysteries--and perhaps she'll find unexpected happiness along the way...Includes An Original Knitting Pattern!Praise for Terri DuLong's Cedar Key Novels"A heartwarming story...Great for fans of Kate Jacobs's Friday Night Knitting Club series." -Library Journal on Farewell to Cedar Key"An intriguing premise, a cozy, small-town backdrop, and even the hint of some magic...A sweet story, set in a friendly community." --Kirkus on Postcards from Cedar Key"Tender and poignant, perfect for those who love knitting as well as the bonds between women." -RT Book Reviews (4 Stars) on Sunrise on Cedar Key

Bitterly, Connecticut, has been a haven for a woman shattered by painful memories-until a handsome stranger appears and threatens to awaken the ghosts of her past... For the last eleven years, Savannah Callowell has led a peaceful existence in Bitterly. As the owner of an old farm, she's mostly kept to herself, not daring to let anyone get too close. None of her neighbors know that she's haunted by tragedy, and she's done everything possible to escape her ghosts. She thinks she's succeeding, until her new foreman shows up-and he's far from being the college kid she was expecting...A worldly former professor, Adelmo Gallegos has his own reasons for wanting to hide out on Savvy's farm, and he isn't about to share them with anyone, not even his enticing new boss. Still, Ade can't help himself, the more time he spends with Savannah, the more he longs to lure her out of her protective shell. But how can he convince her that opening her heart is the only way to heal? Especially since he too has secrets he's unwilling to share? Only when the past catches up with them may they be able to free themselves of it..."Terri-Lynne DeFino writes my favorite kind of romance, delightfully real and straight from the heart." -Sarah Hegger

Welcome to Bitterly, Connecticut, hometown of one wistful widow with a very big secret....She should have been off-limits. After all, Benedetta "Benny" Grady is his best friend's widow. But in the space of a whirlwind week, Daniel Greene went from strong shoulder to lean on to Benny's ardent lover. Now Dan is determined to make Benny his bride. He hasn't waited this long for love to let it get away so easily. But first, Benny has a few ghosts to contend with...When Benny finds herself pregnant with Dan's child, telling him should be easy. After all, she's fallen hard for the wise-cracking bachelor. But how can she love another while remaining true to her late husband's memory? Could the past hold the key to their future happiness?

Zanetti gives paranormal a sexy MC twist! -New York Times bestselling author Joanna WyldeIncludes the brand new Dark Protectors novella, ''Talen''!Simone Brightston knows she can beat the rap her enemies are pinning on her. An Irish witch is nobody''s fool, and she didn''t get to her position on the high council without serious power. But her cousins want her to hide out-and they somehow convinced her arch nemesis to play getaway driver. Of all the men she''s known, Nikolaj Veis is the hardest to intimidate. With his demon-dark eyes and his inscrutable beauty, he''s as desirable as he is dangerous. And he knows better than to underestimate Simone. So when he pulls up on a roaring bike and tells her to climb on or fight it out, she grabs a handful of jacket and holds on tight. Running from the law may not be the smartest plan. But when it comes to Nick, hot pursuit and a blazing fast ride are exactly what Simone''s looking for . . . "Non-stop action and a hero to die for!" -Alexandra Ivy"Sizzling sex scenes and a memorable cast." -Publishers Weekly on Claimed"A fast-paced, excitement-filled explosion of action. . . Zanetti keeps getting better." -RT Book Reviews on Marked, 4.5 Stars Top Pick

Prague, 1610In a few short weeks seventeen-year-old Mila has gone from being Ludmila Novakova, pampered daughter of the High Chancellor of Bohemia, to becoming a traitor escaping the palace at midnight in her wedding nightgown. Her country is in chaos, an army is marching from Austria, and revolution is a breath away. Mila is caught in the middle, between the man she loves-Marc, the son of a blacksmith and a leader of the rebellion-and the murderer the Church calls her husband. Even as she flees with Marc into the heart of the resistance, where the suspicions of angry citizens make her every palace-born habit a danger, she knows he hasn't told her everything. But Mila is keeping the biggest secret herself: she is the heir to the throne, the daughter of embattled King Rudolf and Princess of Bohemia. The truth will turn the fury of both sides against her, leaving Mila alone to win her country's freedom-and her own . . .

Even in darkness, love can bloom...Heir to a multinational hotel empire, Liam Montgomery thinks business is everything-until he goes undercover to check out their locations throughout Asia. As cosmopolitan as Liam is, from the bright lights of Mumbai to the tranquil beaches of Goa to the bustling streets of New York, he's never met anyone like lovely Mary Costa. He can't understand why this delicate, educated woman works as a maid. Or how she is reigniting his long-buried desire to be an artist. They are apart in so many ways-especially in the things Mary won't tell him. But more and more, Liam can't imagine his life without her... Mary knows this unexpected desire for Liam must end. It's true that his gentleness and sense of fun inspires her and makes her hopeful for the first time in her life. But she has a grim promise she feels compelled to keep-and painful experiences she fears he could never understand.  And with secrets soon reaching out to separate them for good, can they dare risk a future together if it means confronting the scars of the past?

Sex, drugs, and country music. That was the lifestyle for Emily Kendall, a Texas girl who hit it big on the country music charts--until she found herself pregnant and battling addiction. Now out of rehab and seeking a new life for herself and her unborn child, Emily returns to her hometown of McAllister. The last thing she's looking for is trouble, no matter how good it looks in uniform. . .A widower, single father, and former Army Ranger struggling with PTSD, Sheriff EJ Cowley has his own demons to battle while keeping folks safe. The last thing he needs is a troubled celebrity speeding through town in her bright red Mazerati. But when someone from Emily's past threatens her safety and the peace of McAllister, EJ has no choice but to protect her. And soon both will learn there's more to the other than meets the eye. And that wounded hearts can love again. . .

First comes love, then comes marriage--or is it the other way around?Lucia is an Italian spitfire with big dreams like her billionaire grandfather. But she wants to become a top tier fashion designer, not the heir to the family business in Italy. Now is her only chance to forge her own path. And what better place to start than in New York City? But working behind a bar doesn't exactly pay the rent. Her trust fund would come in handy, but she needs to get married first. Luckily, she may have found the perfect husband candidate in her co-worker, who just happens to be the most charismatic and devastatingly gorgeous man she's ever met . . . There's more to Ryan's charming smile than meets the eye--he's out for revenge and working for his enemy is his best bet at getting it. When Lucia comes to him with her crazy plan, he sees a perfect opportunity to make his move. But doing that could mean hurting his new wife. They say nothing's sweeter than revenge--but "they" never met a woman like Lucia . . .

What do you do when Mr. Right seems oh-so-wrong?Holly Sinclair is ready to have it all. She's even found her Mr. Right--a steady, reliable guy who just needs a little convincing. Now all the former wild child has to do is free herself of her very inconvenient attraction to Jack Everett. Not only does the notorious playboy and tabloid king seduce her at her sister's wedding, he follows her to Paris! Suddenly, Holly is alone with Jack in the most romantic city in the world--and his family is leaping to the wrong conclusions. . .The world's most infamous bachelor has finally met his match. If Jack was the type to settle down, Holly would be the woman of his dreams. There's just one hitch: Holly actually believes she wants to marry Mr. Oh-So-Boring. Intent on proving that she deserves someone better, Jack finds himself playing the role of the perfect boyfriend. . .a little too well. If he's not careful, he might just lose this game--and his heart.

A shadow has fallen over the medieval Holy Land, and four courageous Crusaders have banded together to root out the enemy. The Brotherhood of Fallen Angels have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of justice. But is there room in their hearts for love?  Evil is everywhere, and General Constantine Gerard has witnessed more than his share. Yet he never dreamed the ugliness that darkened the castle at Chastellet would cost him his wife and child.  Now he has nothing left to lose-and nothing to live for, save the vengeance he vows to unleash on Glayer Felsteppe, the man who destroyed his family.   Theodora Rosemont, too, has suffered at Glayer's hands. When Constantine finds her, she is barely alive, and desperate to find her baby, who was snatched away by Glayer's men mere moments after his birth. Bonded by their common enemy, Constantine and Dori embark on a treacherous journey, determined to rescue the child and vanquish the father. But as emotions run high and secrets are revealed, passion could compromise their quest, leaving more than just their hearts in peril . . .  Praise for Heather Grothaus's Valentine  "Readers will enjoy getting to know these characters and look forward to finding out more about Valentine's three friends in future installments."-Library Journal

Deep South legends. Deep fried curses. Deep dish revenge . . .This Debutante Is Having A Ball!Way down south in the land of cotton, one belle's plans are soon forgotten--when Sassy Peterson drives her Maserati off the road to avoid a deer and lands smack-dab in the proverbial creek without a paddle. The Alabama heiress should have known something weird was going on when she saw the deer's ginormous fangs. Hello, Predator Bambi! But nothing can prepare her for the leather-clad, muscle-bound, golden-eyed sex god who rescues her. Who wears leather in May? That's just the first of many questions Sassy has when her savior reveals he's a demon hunter named Grim. Also: Why would a troop of fairies want to give her magical powers and rainbow hair? Why would a style-challenged beast called the Howling Hag want to hunt her down? Most importantly, what's a nice debutante like Sassy doing in a place like this anyway? Besides feeling Grim . . . Praise for Demon Hunting in Dixie"A demonically wicked good time."--Angie Fox"A not-to-be-missed Southern-fried, bawdy, hilarious romp." --Beverly Barton, New York Times bestselling author"A genuinely funny new voice in paranormal romance."--Publishers Weekly

The Rollicking Bun--Home of the Epic Scone--is the center of Suzanna Wolf's life. Part tea shop, part bookstore, part home, it's everything she's ever wanted right on the Venice Beach boardwalk, including partnership with her two best friends from high school, Eric and Fernando. But with thirty-three just around the corner, suddenly Suzanna wants something more--something strictly her own. Salsa lessons, especially with a gorgeous instructor, seem like a good start--a harmless secret, and just maybe the start of a fling. But before she knows it, Suzanna is learning steps she never imagined--and dancing her way into confusion.

The author of The Elijah Pike Vampire Chronicles and Anthrax Protocol unleashes a terrifying tale of medical science gone awry-and a horror beyond imagining unleashed . . .Dr. James Wilcox is one of the nation's foremost pediatric neurologists. Yet his expertise is useless in the face of his own brain tumor. Removing it will cause James to lose his senses of smell and taste and suffer from mood disorders for the rest of his life. Then a miracle arrives in the form of Dr. Albert Stern, lauded for his achievements in sensory augmentation in primates. Dr. Stern is more than willing to apply his radical procedures in an attempt to cure James' condition. The surgery is a success. In fact, it has the unprecedented result of heightening the rest of the patient's senses to superhuman levels. But there are side effects that no one could have predicted. Something slipped into Stern's chromosome matrix. Something with a homicidal disposition and an appetite for fresh-killed meat. Something that hunts by night . . . "If you read one horror book this year, read this one!" -William W. Johnstone on Night Blood "A terrifying mix of real medical science and vampire folklore." -Fred Bean, author of "The Hangman's Tree" on Night Blood

A Miracle CureAt long last, Elijah Pike has procured a vaccine powerful enough to purify his vampire blood, and hopefully bring an end to his insatiable appetite. He shares his findings with those of his kind who also wish to heal their eternal torment. A Bloody Rebellion But the vampire, Theo Thantos doesn't want to be cured. He doesn't care if vampires spill innocent blood to ensure their own survival. He will not allow Pike's vaccine to drive the nosferatu to extinction. With a cadre of fanatics devoted to his cause, Thantos plans to transform America's most powerful people into vampires under his control. A War Between Immortals The battle lines have been drawn. Thantos' army appears unstoppable, but Pike's experiments on vampirism go beyond mere treatment. He has found a way of increasing a vampire's mental and physical abilities. It's a discovery that could provide his brood with an edge they so desperately need against Thantos' forces of darkness. For unless Pike and his followers can crush their enemies, the mortal world be transformed into a living hell . . . "If you read one horror book this year, read this one!" -William W. Johnstone on Night Blood

A DESIRE BEYOND REASONAs a vampire, Elijah Pike (alias Roger Neimann) has been a slave to instinct-consuming human blood to satisfy an unquenchable thirst. As a doctor, he relies on his intellect in the pursuit of a cure that will end not only his craving but also the deadly urges of others like him.AN APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTIONMaster vampire Michael Morpheus's last encounter with Elijah Pike, in the Louisiana bayou, left him disfigured and consumed by hatred for those he considers traitors to the race. He went underground to lick his wounds-and to gather an army of evil that will follow him in his quest for vengeance.A CALL TO ARMSPike knows that the fate of innocent mortals depends upon his victory in a battle against his own kind-one in which no mercy can be shown. Now, in the frozen wilderness of the Canadian Rockies, he'll face Morpheus once more-and the snow will be stained with blood . . ."If you read one horror book this year, read this one!" -William W. Johnstone on Night Blood

AN UNDENIABLE CRAVINGFor two hundred years, Roger Neimann has never had to know the end that mortals face. But eternal existence comes with a price he cannot accept . . . consuming human blood. Hiding in New Orleans under an assumed identity, he desperately searches for a cure for his vampirism.AN INSATIABLE HUNGERStalking the streets of New Orleans, a vicious serial killer dubbed "The Ripper" leaves his victims drained of blood. For Houston physician Matthew Carter, it is an all-too-familiar pattern-one that sends him racing to find Neimann. But he is not alone in his hunt.A RAGING THIRSTThere are those intent on using the powers of the vampire for their own evil ends. A vampire sick with disease and driven into a crazed killing frenzy that will not stop until he has taken everyone he can . . . including the woman Matt loves."If you read one horror book this year, read this one!" -William W. Johnstone on Night Blood

A TASTE FOR BLOOD Maine, 1820. Lost in a blizzard, a young woodcutter seeks refuge in an isolated cabin, never suspecting that the recluse who lives there is not what he appears to be-or that the strange-tasting brew he's offered isn't tea. Too late, the woodcutter realizes that he is doomed to wander the earth, consumed by a raging thirst that can only be sated with human blood. A THIRST FOR MORE Houston, Present Day. For more than a century, he has hunted for fresh prey to feed his inhuman need. Now, his immortality threatened by a deadly blood disease raging across the globe-and pulsing in his own veins-he brilliantly reinvents himself as a world-renowned doctor, racing against time to find the cure that will save him. A HUNGER FOR DEATH As death shadows the infected doctor, ER Physician Matthew Carter and forensic pathologist Samantha Scott are in their own desperate race to find a vicious serial killer who leaves his victims' bodies horrifically drained of blood. A killer who is poised to strike again . . . and is closer than they think. "If you read one horror book this year, read this one!" -William W. Johnstone

Regina Cole tells a surprising-and sizzling-story about a successful young woman who learns that size is just a number, happiness is hot, and sexy is a way of life... In her nine-to-five life, Stacey Hough is a confident young woman whose career is going from strength to strength. But a trip to Hawaii for her cousin's wedding lays bare her deepest insecurities, and she books the first flight home to Atlanta to avoid exposing her curves on the beach. Tired of being unhappy, she decides to take action and heads to the gym. But her personal trainer's seductive smile and ridiculous muscles make it hard to focus on lifts and lunges... Robert Liston lives to help people achieve their goals. When Stacey walks into his gym, he sees a voluptuous woman who doesn't know how beautiful she really is, and he's determined to help her learn to accept herself. As soon as she starts warming up on the treadmill, things start warming up between them, and it's only a matter of time before Rob is putting Stacey through her paces at the gym-and in the bedroom. As the line between work and pleasure blurs, Rob must convince her that sexy has nothing to do with the scale-and that her imperfections inspire the greatest passion of all...