Contemporary fiction titles are those which focus on the present or near past. Stories rooted in the current cultural, social, and political landscape which feature characters we can all recognise.
Contemporary Fiction Books
Little, Brown Book Group Virgil Wander
Book SynopsisMidwestern movie house owner Virgil Wander is cruising along at medium altitude when his car flies off the road into icy Lake Superior. Virgil survives but his language and memory are altered and he emerges into a world no longer familiar to him. Awakening in this new life, Virgil begins to piece together his personal history and the lore of his broken town, with the help of a cast of affable and curious locals - from Rune, a twinkling, pipe-smoking, kite-flying stranger investigating the mystery of his disappeared son; to Nadine, the reserved, enchanting wife of the vanished man, to Tom, a journalist and Virgil''s oldest friend; and various members of the Pea family who must confront tragedies of their own. Into this community returns a shimmering prodigal son who may hold the key to reviving their town.With intelligent humor and captivating whimsy, Leif Enger conjures a remarkable portrait of a region and its residents, who, for reasons of choice or circumstance, never madTrade ReviewVirgil's narration is a joy . . . Enger populates down-on-its-luck Greenstone with true characters and gives them diverting plotlines aplenty, but the focus of his bright and breathing third novel feels mostly like life itself, in all its smallness and bigness, and what it means to live a good one. * Booklist, starred review *Enger's first novel in 10 years marks him out as a foremost stylist. His prose is rhapsodic, kaleidoscopic and - I'll say it - enviable. Even more enviable is the rare feat of writing a comedic literary novel that is also a page-turner. He's performing on a trapeze that not many others have even reached for . . . Virgil Wander is a lush crowd-pleaser about meaning and second chances and magic. And in these Trumpian times, isn't that just the kind of book and protagonist we're all searching for? * the New York Times *
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Little, Brown Book Group The Seas
Book SynopsisThe Seas took me back to how I felt as a kid, when you''re newly falling in love with literature, newly shocked by its capacity to cast a spell... Maggie Nelson[It] blew me away because of the beauty of the language . . . I found myself highlighting about 85% of the book for the language. It is so beautifully written Jodi PicoultMoored in a coastal fishing town so far north that the highways only run south, the unnamed narrator of The Seas is a misfit. She''s often the subject of cruel local gossip. Her father, a sailor, walked into the ocean eleven years earlier and never returned, leaving his wife and daughter to keep a forlorn vigil. Surrounded by water and beckoned by the sea, she clings to what her father once told her: that she is a mermaid.True to myth, she finds herself in hard love with a land-bound man, an Iraq War veteran thirteen years her senior. The mesmerizing, fevered coming-of-age tale that follows wiTrade Review[It] blew me away because of the beauty of the language . . . I found myself highlighting about 85% of the book for the language. It is so beautifully written. * Jodi Picoult, Festive Recommendations, Belfast Telegraph *
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Little, Brown Book Group The Hakawati
Book Synopsis''Stunning'' New York Times Book Review''Here it comes, the book of the year, on its own magic carpet. No book this bewitching has ever felt so important; no book this important has ever been so lovingly enchanted. The Hakawati is both a snapshot of our current crisis, and a story for the ages. What else can we ask the djinn of literature for?'' Andrew Sean Greer, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning LessIn 2003, Osama al-Kharrat returns to Beirut after many years in America to stand vigil at his father''s deathbed. As the family gathers, stories begin to unfold: Osama''s grandfather was a hakawati, or storyteller, and his bewitching tales are interwoven with classic stories of the Middle East. Here are Abraham and Isaac; Ishmael, father of the Arab tribes; the beautiful Fatima; Baybars, the slave prince who vanquished the Crusaders; and a host of mischievous imps. Through Osama, we also enter the world of the contemporary LeTrade ReviewDelightful. . . . Alameddine juxtaposes truth and fiction, contemporary lust and bawdy tales of the past, today's grief and sorrow in the ancient world * The Washington Post Book World *Sharp, seductive storytelling * O, The Oprah Magazine *Stunning * New York Times Book Review *Here is absolute beauty. One of the finest novels I've read in years * Junot Díaz *A wonderful book-poignant, profane.... This novel will keep you transfixed * The Boston Globe *Alameddine's intoxicating, ambitious, multi-layered new novel is a marvel of storytelling bravado * The Seattle Times *A riot of stories concerning the rise of the eccentric al-Kharrat family. Osama [al-Kharrat]'s waggish grandfather was a hakawati, or storyteller, and his classic tales of princes, genies, and wise-cracking seductresses are worthy of Scheherazade. Rabih Alameddine has a deft, winsome touch * Entertainment Weekly *Dazzling . . . weaves together spellbinding reimaginings of two of the Arab world's most bewitching tales-that of Fatima and Baybars, the famous slave king, and of Osama al-Kharrat, a Lebanese expat who returns to Beirut to be at his dying father's bedside * Condé Nast Traveler *An epic in the oldest and newest senses, careening from the Koran to the Old Testament, Homer to Scheherazade. It's hard to imagine the person who wouldn't get carried away * Jonathan Safran Foer *The Hakawati is both genius and genie out of the ink bottle, a glorious, gorgeous masterpiece of pure storytelling and fable making . . . If you read stories to be entertained, read The Hakawati. If you enjoy stories of true love, read The Hakawati. If you prefer family sagas, read The Hakawati. If you like adventure tales, read The Hakawati. If you read to stay informed, read The Hakawati. If you read to escape, read The Hakawati. If you read only literary classics, read The Hakawati. If you love fables, watch the news first, then read The Hakawati. Rabih Alameddine is the Hakawati, and in the very near future, everyone will know how to pronounce his name * Amy Tan *"Here it comes, the book of the year, on its own magic carpet. No book this bewitching has ever felt so important; no book this important has ever been so lovingly enchanted. The Hakawati is both a snapshot of our current crisis, and a story for the ages. What else can we ask the djinn of literature for? * Andrew Sean Greer, winner of the Pulitzer Prize *
£10.44
Little, Brown Book Group Love and Other Thought Experiments
Book SynopsisLonglisted for the Booker Prize 2020Longlisted for the Desmond Eliot Prize 2020Longlisted for the Polari Prize 2021Featuring on BBC 2''s Between the Covers''Sophie Ward is a dazzling talent who writes like a modern-day F Scott Fitzgerald'' Elizabeth Day, author of How To Fail''An act of such breath-taking imagination, daring and detail that the journey we are on is believable and the debate in the mind non-stop. There are elements of Doris Lessing in the writing - a huge emerging talent here'' Fiona Shaw''A towering literary achievement'' Ruth Hogan, author of The Keeper of Lost ThingsRachel and Eliza are planning their future together. One night in bed Rachel wakes up terrified and tells Eliza that an ant has crawled into her eye and is stuck there. Rachel is certain; Eliza, a scientist, is sceptical. Suddenly their entire relationship is called into question. What follows is Trade ReviewSophie Ward is a dazzling talent who writes like a modern-day F Scott Fitzgerald -- Elizabeth Daya genuinely affective family narrative that is emotionally compelling as well as intellectually stimulating. Surely not since Jostein Gaarder's 1991 novel Sophie's World, has an author produced such an imaginative and original synthesis of fiction and philosophy -- Becky Long * Irish Times *In Love and Other Thought Experiments, Ward proposes to alter the colour of her readers' minds . . . But the success of Ward's venture inevitably depends on the quality of the writing. This is often moving, exuberant and sensitive. We care about her characters and share their hopes and fears. Ward's investigation and practice of empathy is easily the best thing in the book. * the Guardian *Brimming with close observation . . . the sheer literary ambition on show is impressive, with Ward producing a highly original first novel that echoes European experimentalists such as Kundera and Krasznahorkai * Spectator *Ward has achieved something quite extraordinary: a super-smart metaphysical romp that's also warm, wistful and heartfelt. A book that declares, winningly, that just because it's all in your head, it doesn't mean it's not real. * the Daily Telegraph *It is an act of such breath-taking imagination, daring and detail that the journey we are on is believable and the debate in the mind non-stop. There are elements of Doris Lessing in the writing - a huge emerging talent hereWard's ingenious fiction debut stands in a tradition of philosophical fiction: Voltaire's Candide, Sartre's Nausea . . . [Her] writing is often moving, exuberant and sensitive . . . gifts of bravura wit and imagination -- Stevie Davies * Guardian *Love and Other Thought Experiments is a towering literary achievement. Sophie's prose is exquisite and her storytelling powerful, poignant and utterly gripping. An astonishing debut * Ruth Hogan, author of The Keeper of Lost Things *Philosophy meets fiction in this beguiling and intriguing novel of minds, hearts, other worlds, love, death and everything in between. It's a book that dances and dazzles with ideas and left me thinking long after I finished itSophie KinsellaSophie Ward's writing is as clear as a knife sounded against a glass and just as attention-grabbing. Fiction, fable and philosophy combined together with real human folly and fate at its heart. This book is as hard to pin down as it's impossible to forget
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Little, Brown Book Group Brixton Hill
Book Synopsis''Brixton Hill shares the confident sheen of its predecessors and offers [Moggach''s] most accomplished plot yet . . . And, like all the best storytellers, Moggach knows how to choreograph an ending'' - the ObserverAs Rob reaches the end of a seven year stretch inside, he winds up in an open prison in Brixton. Each morning, he exits the prison gates and begins the short walk to a local charity shop, where he spends the day in the backroom sorting through other people''s discarded belongings. All he needs to do is keep his nose out of trouble and in just a few months'' time, he''ll be out for good.One morning in the bustle of commuters on Brixton Hill, Rob notices a well-dressed woman trip over. He helps her up and they exchange a few words before parting ways, but she''s made a lasting impression on him. From that day on, Rob keeps an eye out for her - and always seems to get lucky with a sighting. Despite coming from very different worlds, the pTrade ReviewI was soon pulled right into the novel's tight, twisting plot that never relaxes its hold. The prison scenes are extraordinarily well drawn, as are the characters, and in particular the main protagonist's fear of been pulled into a situation which could jeopardize his desperately-sought release. A first-rate and very original novel. * CJ Sansom *A brilliant read . . . I loved how the protagonists' back stories weren't revealed until later into the story, which creates creeping tension. * Prima magazine *In this taut tale of deception, Lottie Moggach not only manages to paint a fascinating picture of prison life, she delivers well-rounded characters for us to believe in. A triumph. * Women's Weekly magazine *This novel captures the tedium, paranoia and fear that prison breeds ... This story is full of compassion and is written with a realism that makes it both convincing and involving. * Literary Review *Brixton Hill shares the confident sheen of its predecessors and offers [Moggach's] most accomplished plot yet . . . The greatest pleasure is to be had in Moggach's spot-on descriptions of south London's architecture . . . And, like all the best storytellers, Moggach knows how to choreograph an ending. * the Observer *
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Little, Brown Book Group Mostly Dead Things
Book Synopsis''Messed-up families, scandalous love affairs, art, life, death and the great state of Florida in one delicious, darkly funny package. Kristen Arnett is a wickedly talented and a wholly original voice'' Jami AttenbergWhat does it take to come back to life? In the wake of her father''s suicide, Jessa-Lynn Morton has stepped up to manage his failing taxidermy business while the rest of the Morton family falls apart. Her mother starts sneaking into the shop to make alarming art with stuffed animals; and while her brother Milo withdraws, his wife, Brynn - the only person Jessa''s ever been in love with - leaves home without a word. A string of unexpected incidents opens up the chance for the Mortons to mend: can they piece themselves together again? Kristen Arnett''s breakout debut is a darkly funny family portrait; a peculiar, bighearted look at love and loss and the ways we live through them together.''This book is my song of the summerTrade ReviewMessed-up families, scandalous love affairs, art, life, death and the great state of Florida in one delicious, darkly funny package. Kristen Arnett is wickedly talented and a wholly original voice -- Jami AttenbergArnett possesses all the bravery her characters dream of. There's none of the shyness and self-consciousness of so much American fiction that masks itself as austerity. She writes comic set pieces to make you laugh, sex scenes to turn you on. The action flips from the past to the present, swimming through first love and first grief on a slick of red Kool-Aid and vodka, suntan oil and fruity lip gloss, easy and unforced. This book is my song of the summer. * New York Times *Hilarious, deeply morbid and full of heart * BuzzFeed *The novel explores love, life and death and is guaranteed to keep you gripped throughout * Mirror *Its humor is as dark and glinting as the black plastic eye of a taxidermy ferret * Nylon *The writing is subtle and meditative, with the tactile weight of dense fur . . . She takes taxidermy seriously as a craft, not just as a device; she makes it real and intimate . . . it gives readers a fresh way to think about fiction itself, which lives, or half lives, on the rippling cusp of the real * The New Yorker *A dark and oftentimes comedic tale of love and loss * Evening Standard *I don't think I've ever read a novel like it . . . Kristen Arnett is the queen of the Florida no one has ever told you aboutA gorgeously twisted story * Vanity Fair *Wonderful * Guardian *Florida's literary renaissance charges onward with this heartfelt, one-of-a-kind novel * Esquire *
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Little, Brown Book Group Daughters of The Labyrinth
Book Synopsis''An immersive novel, steeped in the history and folklore of Crete: transporting, historically informative story-telling'' Sunday Times''A moving, superbly written exploration of a family with dark secrets. Crete itself becomes one of the main characters in the story'' Irish Times, Best Books 2021----------This was my home. This harbour and sea. These golden alleys. But the town I grew up in has disappeared.Broken by the death of her husband, Ri, a successful international artist living in London, returns to her ancestral home of Crete. The Greek island is known for its ancient myth and mass tourism, but when Ri returns she finds a secret, darker history. As the home she left deals with a looming Brexit, and the home she rediscovered grapples with a refugee crisis, Ri confronts her changing identity. Unearthing stories from her family''s past leaves a permanent mark on her understanding of herself, her
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Little, Brown Book Group With Teeth
Book Synopsis''With Teeth is a wonderfully sticky novel about motherhood, partnership, sex and love. Kristen Arnett lets her characters have the run of the place, and it''s delicious fun to watch them do, say, and think things they''ll regret'' Emma Straub, author of All Adults Here''Sublimely weird, fluently paced, brazenly funny and gayer still'' Naoise Dolan, New York Times''A darkly funny, brutally honest story about a woman undone by motherhood . . . With Teeth digs in deep and doesn''t let go. I truly loved it'' Jennifer Weiner, bestselling author of Mrs Everything and That SummerIf she''s being honest, Sammie Lucas is scared of her son. Working from home in the close quarters of their Florida house, she lives with one wary eye peeled on Samson, a sullen, unknowable boy who resists her every attempt to bond with him. Uncertain in her own feelings about motherhood, she tries her best - driving, cleTrade ReviewA gripping read . . . Unabashedly queer, probing and unafraid . . . Exceedingly engaging * USA Today *Sublimely weird, fluently paced, brazenly funny and gayer still, and it richly deserves to find readers -- Naoise Dolan * New York Times *A beautiful, startling demystification of queer family . . . a portrait of a woman who is, at once, wholly ordinary and not quite like any literary mother who came before -- VogueAbsolutely captivating and scathingly frank . . . Arnett is that rare, brave writer willing to articulate the darkest thoughts even the best parents entertain while trudging along through the most challenging job in the world -- Ron Charles * The Washington Post *Come for the wackiness and wonder of queer family dynamics, stay for the poignant portrait of motherhood on the brink * O, The Oprah Magazine *With Teeth is a wonderfully sticky novel about motherhood, partnership, sex and love. Kristen Arnett lets her characters have the run of the place, and it's delicious fun to watch them do, say, and think things they'll regret -- Emma Straub, author of All Adults Here
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Little, Brown Book Group With Teeth
Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR THE JOYCE CAROL OATES PRIZE 2022''With Teeth is a wonderfully sticky novel about motherhood, partnership, sex and love. Kristen Arnett lets her characters have the run of the place, and it''s delicious fun to watch them do, say, and think things they''ll regret'' Emma Straub, author of All Adults Here''Sublimely weird, fluently paced, brazenly funny and gayer still'' Naoise Dolan, New York Times''A darkly funny, brutally honest story about a woman undone by motherhood . . . With Teeth digs in deep and doesn''t let go. I truly loved it'' Jennifer Weiner, bestselling author of Mrs Everything and That SummerIf she''s being honest, Sammie Lucas is scared of her son. Working from home in the close quarters of their Florida house, she lives with one wary eye peeled on Samson, a sullen, unknowable boy who resists her every attempt to bond with him. Uncertain in her owTrade ReviewA gripping read . . . Unabashedly queer, probing and unafraid . . . Exceedingly engaging * USA Today *Sublimely weird, fluently paced, brazenly funny and gayer still, and it richly deserves to find readers -- Naoise Dolan * New York Times *A beautiful, startling demystification of queer family . . . a portrait of a woman who is, at once, wholly ordinary and not quite like any literary mother who came before -- VogueAbsolutely captivating and scathingly frank . . . Arnett is that rare, brave writer willing to articulate the darkest thoughts even the best parents entertain while trudging along through the most challenging job in the world -- Ron Charles * The Washington Post *Come for the wackiness and wonder of queer family dynamics, stay for the poignant portrait of motherhood on the brink * O, The Oprah Magazine *With Teeth is a wonderfully sticky novel about motherhood, partnership, sex and love. Kristen Arnett lets her characters have the run of the place, and it's delicious fun to watch them do, say, and think things they'll regret -- Emma Straub, author of All Adults HereA darkly funny, brutally honest story about a woman undone by motherhood. Kristen Arnett grapples with the big questions: Is any child essentially unlovable? What does a happy ending look like? With Teeth digs in deep and doesn't let go. I truly loved it -- Jennifer Weiner, bestselling author of Mrs Everything and That SummerIt can be hard to escape the belief that other peoples' lives are better, more fulfilling, and more organized than our own. There is something refreshing, even comforting, about this story, a complicated portrait of parenthood in all its unruly beauty * New York Magazine *From the very wise, very funny Kristen Arnett, With Teeth is as exhilaratingly candid as it is morally complex. Three cheers for this enthralling new book, which affirms my status as a card-carrying, rip-roaring, lifelong admirer of Arnett's writing -- R.O. Kwon, author of The IncendiariesKristen Arnett is wickedly talented and a wholly original voice -- Jami Attenberg, author of All Grown UpIt's about a woman who's afraid of her son, uneasy about motherhood, and envious of her wife. Funny? Heartbreaking? This could really go either way, and knowing Kristen Arnett, it'll be a little bit of both in a surprising and delightful way * LitHub, Most Anticipated Books of 2021 *The beloved author behind Mostly Dead Things returns with a story of a queer family and the picture-perfect life they can't quite create. Raising their son Samson in the warmth of Florida, Sammie and Monika want to be the ideal lesbian couple. But Samson is distant, maybe even dangerous, and as he grows older he becomes downright hostile. As their relationships fall apart, Sammie must untangle how her family became this messy - and whether there's any way to fix it * Elle, Most-Anticipated Books of 2021 *
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Little, Brown Book Group The Sentence
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN''S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2022PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE NIGHT WATCHMAN -----------------------------------------------------In this stunning and timely novel, Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award-winning author Louise Erdrich creates a wickedly funny ghost story, a tale of passion, of a complex marriage and of a woman''s relentless errors.Louise Erdrich''s latest novel, The Sentence, asks what we owe to the living, the dead, to the reader and to the book. A small independent bookstore in Minneapolis is haunted from November 2019 to November 2020 by the store''s most annoying customer. Flora dies on All Souls'' Day, but she simply won''t leave the store. Tookie, who has landed a job selling books after years of incarceration that she survived by reading ''with murderous attention,'' must solve the mystery of this haunting while at the same time trying to understand all that Trade ReviewLouise Erdrich is the rarest kind of writer, as compassionate as she is sharp-sighted -- Anne TylerA novel that reckons with ghosts - of both specific people but also the shadows resulting from America's violent, dark habits * Kirkus (starred review) *Scintillating . . . More than a gripping ghost story, The Sentence offers profound insights into the effects of the global pandemic and the collateral damage of systemic racism. It adds up to one of Erdrich's most . . . illuminating works to date * Publishers Weekly (Starred review) *Erdrich is one of the greatest living American writers * Guardian *The poet laureate of the contemporary Native American experience * Mail on Sunday *No one can break your heart and fill it with light all in the same book - sometimes in the same paragraph - quite like Louise Erdrich * Tampa Bay Times *'Strange, enchanting and funny: a work about motherhood, doom, regret and the magic - dark, benevolent and every shade in between - of words on paper' * The New York Times *
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Little, Brown Book Group This Could Be Us
Book Synopsis''So truthful and rewarding'' Ian Rankin, author of the Inspector Rebus series''Brave, brilliantly structured, and beautifully written'' Laura Barnett, author of The Versions of UsKate has done the unthinkable. She''d worked hard to build a perfect life for herself, while ignoring her growing unhappiness. But when her second child was born profoundly disabled, reality hit. Unable to cope, Kate left - disappearing without a trace. She ends up in LA, with a glittering career and a new family of sorts, but the guilt is still suffocating.Husband Andrew was left to pick up the pieces and care for their disabled daughter and angry, confused son. Bereft and broken, he leaned on Olivia, Kate''s best friend. She''s been by his side ever since, ignoring her own needs to meet his.Years later, Andrew has written a memoir about his daughter learning to communicate against all odds. But when Kate''s new producer husband decides he wants to makeTrade Review'So truthful and rewarding' * Ian Rankin *'Such a complex and original take on the thorniest sides of families and relationships' * Justin Myers *About half way through this beautiful, expertly-stitched novel, I thought to myself, 'Every woman needs to read this book'; by the end, I thought, 'every human'. Moving, thought-provoking and profound, it's one of my favourite reads of the last few years * Louise Candlish, author of Our House *Brave, brilliantly structured, and beautifully written * Laura Barnett, author of The Versions of Us *Kate and Andrew's family is torn asunder by the demands of a profoundly disabled child in this elegant, ambitious, beautiful novel. * Louise Candlish, Daily Express, Favourite Reads of the Year *This poignant and moving story signals a heartfelt and thoughtful change of direction from thriller writer McGowan * The Bookseller, 'One to Watch' *McGowan, an acclaimed writer of crime fiction, drew on her own family experience of caring for a disabled sibling to create a complex and ultimately forgiving story * Irish Times, The Gloss *The author's own experience of having a disabled sibling makes it an emotive read * Good Housekeeping, Book of the Month *Captivating . . . A beautifully structured novel with the complexities of family at the heart of it, This Could Be Us allows the reader's impressions of each character to shift throughout, as we are left to wonder what we might do in the same situation. As heart-warming as it is thought-provoking, the steady pace as the past slowly catches up to the present ensures you might be tempted to read just a few pages more, and more. * Irish Independent *
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Little, Brown Book Group Whips
Book SynopsisA SUNDAY TIMES POLITICS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023A TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023''It''s so believable... This is the perfect summer book'' Lorraine Kelly, on ITV''50 Shades of Grey meets Prime Minister''s Questions'' Anita Rani on Woman''s Hour, Radio 4''Irresistible'' Mail on SundayWestminster in the 2020s, where the business of governing is the last thing on the agenda for anyone worth their salt. In the SW1 bubble, politics moves fast, schemes are hatched and foiled - through both accident and conspiracy - within hours, and sex and power preside.When Bobby Cliveden decides to campaign against the closure of her local mental health unit, she scarcely thought it would take her straight to the heart of the UK''s bustling political centre. She heads to London to work for her local MP, the ambitious Simon Daly, and moves in with her two old university friends, Jess, a new lobTrade ReviewEverything in here is real... a Jilly Cooper-style canter around that Westminster arena * Sasha Swire, New Statesman *Whips is undoubtedly a page turner, but at the heart of it is also a genuinely heartwarming story of female friendship and the power of politics to do good, believe it or not. Whips revels in its own ridiculousness and is a riot because of it * City AM *Whips joins the ageless genre of books about the dark heart of politics * Financial Times *A riot! A delicious mix of the high farce and low cunning of the political world. Ridiculous, revealing and impossible to put down * Laura Kuenssberg *A whip smart, funny and completely absorbing book * Reader review *Explosive debut novel... very addictive * Reader review *I found Whips so delightful... it is a joy to read. More than that, it is fun... The author, it is abundantly clear, is having a wonderful time. And as a result so does the reader.... the true love story is female friendship... I was more struck by how accurately it depicts the mild horror of being in one's early twenties... As I read the final page, I found myself welling up. I didn't know what to expect from Whips. I certainly wasn't expecting that * Charlotte Ivers, The Sunday Times *[Watson] is a sprightly storyteller, and, if Westminster-watchers want some light reading for the beach, they need look no further * Max Davidson, The Mail on Sunday *A tale of modern government, sex and scandal... very funny indeed * Naga Munchetty, on 5Live *The red-hot political bonkbuster... a send-up of the people who run the country * Susie Goldsbrough, The Times *Hilariously sexy satirical novel * Emily Sheffield, Evening Standard *Filled with sex and political scandals * Prospect Magazine *A fun and scandalous romp of a read * Reader review *Sensational... Think Jilly Cooper at her best meets West Wing meets Fifty Shades of Grey; it's utterly addictive, scandalous, and oh so shocking * Reader review *Whips is irresistible... a warm-hearted romp * Richard Godwin, Mail on Sunday *Part House of Cards-style thriller, part Jackie Collins-style bonkbuster... Whips is a fast-paced, darkly comic insider's insight into how our political system works (or doesn't) * Michael Deacon, The Telegraph *It's a riotous and raunchy romp of a book that will probably confirm a lot of what you already think goes on at the heart of Government * Lindsay Frankel, YOU Magazine *Cleo Watson has produced a humdinger of a first novel, and the sound of scores being settled makes a wonderful backdrop to a rollicking read * Lord Vaizey, The House Magazine *
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Little, Brown Book Group When We Were Sisters
Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR FICTION 2022WINNER OF THE CAROL SHIELDS PRIZE FOR FICTION 2023In this heartrending, lyrical debut work of fiction, Fatimah Asghar traces the intense bond of three orphaned siblings who, after their parents die, are left to raise one another. The youngest, Kausar, grapples with the incomprehensible loss of her parents as she also charts out her own understanding of gender; Aisha, the middle sister, spars with her ''crybaby'' younger sibling as she desperately tries to hold on to her sense of family in an impossible situation; and Noreen, the eldest, does her best in the role of sister-mother while also trying to create a life for herself, on her own terms.As Kausar grows up, she must contend with the collision of her private and public worlds, and choose whether to remain in the life of love, sorrow and codependency she''s known or carve out a new path for herself. When We Were Sisters tenderly examines the Trade ReviewWhen We Were Sisters is a beautiful, richly layered exploration of the generosity that is required to raise oneself, to raise others, to build a world where the people you love can feel safe and whole. Fatimah Asghar is an impressive writer precisely because of how she doesn't withhold tenderness, and lets it play and flourish amongst all of the brilliant lyricism, narrative sharpness, and vibrant characters who fill this incredible book -- Hanif AbdurraqibWhen We Were Sisters is a stunning accomplishment in form, storytelling, and heart. This novel works language into its most jeweled form, into characters, sisters, that will stay with me for the rest of my life -- Safia ElhilloA spellbinding tale of three sisters in an explosion of grief and orphaned heartbreak. A fearlessly raw and heart-stopping portrait of the intimacy of violence, When We Were Sisters pulses with poetic lyricism and raw beauty. A journey into the dark crevices of childhood trauma and loneliness, Fatimah Asghar has written a truly dazzling story -- Julián Delgado LoperaIn this captivating, gorgeously written book, Asghar weaves a tale of sisters in the wake of unspeakable loss. Propulsively readable and experimental in form, this is an unflinching look at family, grief and reclamation - of self and other -- Hala AlyanCompelling. . . sometimes lyrical, sometimes heartbreaking. . . skillfully crafted. . . a moving journey. An assured first novel explores the bonds and divides among three orphaned sisters * Kirkus, starred review *
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Little, Brown Book Group Sleepwalk
Book Synopsis''A thrilling and often hilarious road trip across America in the very near future, told by a winning and murderous narrator'' Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl Sleepwalk''s hero, Will Bear, is a man with so many aliases that he simply thinks of himself as the Barely Blur. At fifty years old, he''s been living off the grid for over half his life. A good-natured henchman with a complicated and lonely past and a passion for LSD microdosing, he spends his time hopscotching across state lines in his beloved camper van, running sometimes shady often dangerous errands for a powerful and ruthless operation he''s never troubled himself to learn too much about.Out of the blue, one of Will''s many burner phones heralds a call from a twenty-year-old woman claiming to be his biological daughter. She says she''s the product of one of his long-ago sperm donations; he''s half certain she''s AI. She needs his help. She''s entrenched in a widespread and nefarious plotTrade ReviewWhat prevails above the plot is the voice, which is consistently winning and - odd for so bloody a tale - unfailingly warm. It's a comic departure from the straightforward darkness of recent Chaon, and a welcome change. That's no knock on his earlier books, just an acknowledgement that humane black comedy is a good look on him. He does madcap well and likes his characters, even the killers. Sure, there's a crap world out there, and if Chaon's fever dream is actually a forecast, it's going to get a whole lot crappier. In that case, we'd all do well to affect a bit of Will Bear's hopeful good cheer * New York Times Book Review *To say this is one of the best novels I've read in years is almost not enough. Dan Chaon's Sleepwalk is a thrilling and often hilarious road trip across America in the very near future, told by a winning and murderous narrator... It's a beautiful, unsettling, and thoughtful novel - told by one of America's great storytellers -- Gillian Flynn, author of Gone GirlSleepwalk is a deeply satisfying thriller... a frightening indictment of corporate power and the surveillance state, as well as a tender story about the depth of parental love. What an absolute marvel * Rumaan Alam, author of Leave the World Behind *Sleepwalk is an addictive dystopian picaresque, by turns darkly funny, deeply harrowing, and surprisingly poignant. Dan Chaon's vision of our future will give you chills of dread and recognition * Tom Perrotta, author of The Leftovers *How to describe this excellent novel? Slapstick of the sinister might capture something of its peculiar, bighearted and epic scope, but Dan Chaon's books are always hard to sum up. Anyway, I loved it -- Kelly Link, author of Get in TroubleDan Chaon has given us one of the most intriguing, original, and fully-realized characters in recent memory; that he's the center of an absolute page-turner is the icing on the cake. Sleepwalk is riveting, propulsive, chilling, and (no shocker) pure genius -- Rebecca Makkai, author of The Great Believers
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Headline Publishing Group The Scam
Book SynopsisJanet Evanovich''s novels are: ''Pithy, witty and fast-paced'' (The Sunday Times); ''Non-stop laughs with plenty of high jinks'' (USA Today); ''Razor-sharp'' (Sunday Express) He''s on the run. She''s an FBI agent. But putting Nick Fox in gaol is the last thing on Kate O''Hare''s mind...Nicolas Fox is a charming con man and master thief. Kate O''Hare is the FBI agent on his trail. At least that''s what everyone thinks. In reality, they''re secretly working together to bring down super-criminals. Criminals like brutal casino magnate Evan Trace.Evan Trace is running a money-laundering operation through his casino. Some of his best customers are mobsters, dictators, and global terrorists. Nick and Kate are going deep undercover as high-stakes gamblers, wagering millions of dollars - and their lives - in an attempt to topple Trace''s empire.The scam will take Fox and O''Hare from the Las Vegas strip, to the sun-soaked beaTrade ReviewPraise for Janet Evanovich: Pithy, witty and fast-paced - Sunday TimesAmong the great joys of contemporary crime fiction - GQA laugh-out-loud page-turner - HeatRomantic and gripping...an absolute tonic - Good HousekeepingMaking trouble and winning hearts - USA Today
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Headline Publishing Group State Secrets Bob Skinner series Book 28
Book Synopsis A shocking act of violence at the Palace of Westminster draws Edinburgh''s toughest cop into a complex new case... Skinner is plunged into a web of politics and enemies in STATE SECRETS, another compelling and utterly addictive mystery from bestselling author, Quintin Jardine. Not to be missed by readers of Ian Rankin and Peter May. Praise for Quintin Jardine''s gritty novels: ''Well constructed, fast-paced...many an ingenious twist and turn'' Observer Former Chief Constable Bob Skinner is long out of the police force but trouble has a habit of following him around. So it is that he finds himself in the Palace of Westminster as a shocking act befalls the nation. Hours before the Prime Minister is due to make a controversial statement, she is discovered in her office with a letter opener driven through her skull. Is the act political? Personal? Or even one of terror? Skinner is swiftly enlisted by the SecTrade ReviewPraise for Quintin Jardine: 'If Ian Rankin is the Robert Carlyle of Scottish crime writers, then Jardine is surely its Sean Connery' * Glasgow Herald *Well constructed, fast-paced, Jardine's narrative has many an ingenious twist and turn * Observer *Very engaging as well as ingenious, and the unraveling of the mystery is excellently done -- Allan Massie * Scotsman *Another cracker from Jardine... Plenty of twists and turns along the way to keep you engrossed * Scots Magazine *Remarkably assured, raw-boned, a tour de force * New York Times *If you're looking for a detective whose personal life is as active, contradictory and complicated as his job then follow the Edinburgh exploits of Deputy Chief Constable Bob Skinner in Quintin Jardine's Skinner series * Radio Times *Deplorably readable * Guardian *Compelling stuff * Oxford Times *Gritty cop drama that makes Taggart look tame * Northern Echo *More twists and turns than TV's Taggart at its best * Stirling Observer *I love the Bob Skinner novels. Quintin Jardine's slick and suspenseful Edinburgh-set series has never failed to keep me riveted... Starts with a bang and doesn't let up till the last sentence * Globe and Mail *
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Headline Publishing Group The Image of You
Book SynopsisThe utterly gripping novel from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Just My Luck.Don''t miss Adele''s gripping new novel, the Sunday Times bestseller Both of You, out now!If you love Lisa Jewell, Liane Moriarty and Shari Lapena, this story of family, deception, lies and secrets is your perfect read ...''BRILLIANT STORYLINE, GREAT CHARACTERS, VERY CLEVER, LOVED IT!'' B A PARIS''ADDICTIVE AND PERCEPTIVE'' LUCY ATKINS''COMPELLING AND GRIPPING'' DAILY EXPRESS Can you ever trust someone you meet online?Twins Anna and Zoe are identical in appearance and utterly different in personality. They share a bond so close that nothing - and no one - can rip them apart.Until Anna meets charismatic Nick.Anna is trusting, romantic and hopeful; she thinks Nick is perfect. ZTrade ReviewAdele Parks just keeps getting better * Heat *Gripping, twisty and heartbreaking, this standout story is a triumph -- Isabelle Broom, HeatAdele Parks does it again. She's already proved she can write a sparkling rom com, a moving love story and a lovingly researched historical novel, now she's taken on the domestic thriller genre and nailed it. Tightly plotted, brilliantly conceived and totally gripping -- Lisa JewellTwisty, unputdownable and utterly engrossing -- Jenny ColganFilled with drama, riddled with deceit, The Stranger In My Home is another wonderfully tragic and atmospheric story about the complexities of morals and issues and with such an unexpected ending that will leave the reader gasping in shock * Handwritten Girl *Gripped from the very first line, this rollercoaster read is undoubtedly Adele Parks's best novel yet * Bella Magazine *You MUST discover this absolute gem of a novel for yourself... It had me truly gripped from start to finish * The Welsh Librarian *A slow burning story that speeds up halfway through, its pace mirrors Alison's psyche as it unravels, holding the reader in suspense before packing a final punch. Unpredictable and gripping until the end * The Lady *The plot twists and turns...and the reader is left frantic to know how it's going to work out * Woman *The secrets, lies and suspense kept me engrossed * Daily Mail *A wonderful exploration of love -- Katie FfordeA must read. Romantic, yet truthful, this is a moving love story with unforgettable characters -- Jenny ColganA heart-warming, heart breaking tale of love and loss, with an ending that will knock you off your feet. This is Adele Parks at the top of her game -- Mike GayleUtterly engrossing and beautifully written -- Freya NorthA fairy tale with bite. Sparkly, compelling and - ultimately unexpected -- Jane FallonAdele Parks' wonderful and heart breaking new novel will stay with you -- Chris ManbyAdele Parks is a deft observer of human nature -- Kathleen TessaroA thrilling cross-generational love story. We can't think of many authors who create more flawed and loveable characters * Glamour *Written with wit, and finishes with a surprisingly bittersweet twist * Sunday Mirror *An emotional rollercoaster of a read * Woman & Home *Well observed, original and wonderfully crafted, this is my favourite Adele Parks book to date * Sun *An emotional punch of an ending * Good Housekeeping *A big final twist that will keep you reading * Heat *A sweet, moving and romantic story that will captivate you from the first page * Closer *The story is completely mesmerising, and the ending heartbreakingly epic. Adele has created a cast of characters that completely cover the moral spectrum. The State We're In is a superb triumph * We Love This Book *This book made me laugh, caught at my heart and then broke it. The story is clearly building to something but I didn't know what - I won't spoil it but this is definitely not one for public transport * A Case for Books *A perceptive insight into family life, both idyllic and dreadful, and the individuals that are part of it. The characters are all people that you can believe in...and the ending? It's an absolute stunner! * Our Book Reviews *
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Headline Publishing Group The Last Dance and Other Stories
Book Synopsis*Pre-order THE FIGURINE, the brand-new novel from Victoria Hislop. Coming September 2023.*''Lyrical, twisty short stories'' Evening StandardA collection of stunning short stories from the million-copy bestselling author of The Island. Three of these stories were previously published in Victoria Hislop''s ebook collection, One Cretan Evening. In ten powerful stories, Victoria Hislop takes us through the streets of Athens and into the tree-lined squares of Greek villages. As she evokes their distinct atmosphere, she brings vividly to life a host of unforgettable characters, from a lonesome priest to battling brothers, and from an unwanted stranger to a groom troubled by music and memory. These bittersweet tales of love and loyalty, of separation and reconciliation, captured in Victoria Hislop''s unique voice, will stay with you long after you reach the end.Praise for The Last DancTrade Review'Sweeping, magnificently detailed and ambitious' * The Sunday Times *'Fast-paced narrative and utterly convincing sense of place' * Guardian *'Fresh, tenacious and rather intrepid' * Independent *'This is storytelling at its best and just like a tapestry, when each thread is sewn into place, so emerge the layers and history of relationships past and present' * Sunday Express *Her best novel yet * Scotsman *'A brilliant page turner and destined to become a reading group staple, THE THREAD is rich with drama and historical detail' * Glamour *'Meticulously researched and compellingly told' * Woman & Home *'An evocative exploration of the past's hold on a family, with an exquisite love story at its centre' * Good Housekeeping *'A book to lose yourself in' * We Love This Book *'Meticulously researched and compellingly told' * Woman & Home *'An evocative exploration of the past's hold on a family, with an exquisite love story at its centre' * Good Housekeeping *'A book to lose yourself in' * We Love This Book *Modern Greek history, from the Nazi occupation to the present-day economic crisis and riots, is integral to many of the stories. The style is limpid, echoed in the simple line drawings that accompany each tale. They slip down like ice cream on a hot day * Independent *
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Headline Publishing Group The Pool House
Book Synopsis''A dark and devious psychological thriller with all the glamour you''d expect'' Red''This relentlessly brilliant novel will keep you enthralled from start to end *****'' Heat''Pacy and full of believable (but tough-to-guess) twists'' CosmopolitanThe heartpounding new novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Tasmina Perry will keep you on the edge of your seat. A must-read for everyone who''s been gripped by the THE GIRLFRIEND by Michelle Frances, J. P. Delaney''s THE GIRL BEFORE. or who loved TV''s THE AFFAIR. A Summer To Die ForTo Jem Chapman, it''s the chance of a lifetime. An invitation to join a group in an exclusive Hamptons house-share, who could say no? But when she discovers what happened last summer, Jem can''t help but feel a chill.A young woman was found drowned in the house''s pool. The housemates said Alice was troubled. She''d been drTrade ReviewA gripping, pacy read, with a few dark twists I did not see coming - the perfect end-of-summer novel * Daily Mail *With a smart plot, characters you'll both love and love to hate, plus plenty of sex, drugs, scandal and mystery, this relentlessly brilliant novel will keep you enthralled from start to end * Heat *Dark and twisty . . . suspense-packed drama * Woman & Home *Pacy, just the right amount of sexy and full of believable (but tough-to-guess) twists * Cosmopolitan *Must Read. This roller-coaster read will keep you guessing right to the very end * Closer *Well-drawn characters and a twisty plot make Tasmina Perry's The Pool House a must-read * Good Housekeeping *A brilliant page-turner * Prima magazine *Excellent . . . A dark and devious psychological thriller but with all the glamour you'd expect from Tasmina * Red *A sizzlingly entertaining story - packed with glamour * Sunday Mirror *A deliciously twisty tale . . . that's perfect for transporting readers to a glamorous, sunny setting. Expect sex, secrets, potential murder and plenty of characters that you'll love to hate * CultureFly *Praise for Tasmina Perry's page-turnersGripping . . . Great pace and brilliantly written. I loved it * Daily Mail *Plenty of twists to keep you turning the pages * Sunday Express S Magazine *A dark twist . . . Vividly told, with plenty of surprises * Good Housekeeping *Atmospheric and engrossing * Sunday Mirror *Seductive and mysterious, this is the perfect novel to while away a summer's afternoon * Daily Express *Romance with a side order of suspense * Glamour *Fantastic reading, an excellent balance of romance and suspense * Irish Country Lving *Another note-perfect read from Tasmina Perry * Red *Unputdownable . . . Tasmina Perry keeps you riveted to her books and when you finish one it stays with you for a long time * Books With Wine and Chocolate *A stirring and intoxicating story of love and twisted secrets * LoveReading *
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Headline Publishing Group The Missing Wife The uplifting and compelling
Book SynopsisReaders of Marian Keyes, Lisa Jewell and Santa Montefiore will love Sunday Times bestselling author Sheila O''Flanagan''s THE MISSING WIFE - the riveting story of a woman determined to escape, the man who wants to find her and the friends and family unaware of the dark truth. Set in the glorious, sunny south of France.Have you ever wanted to disappear? When Imogen Naughton vanishes, everyone who knows her is shocked. She has a perfect marriage. Her handsome husband treats her like a princess. She''s always said how lucky she is. So why has she left? And how will she survive without Vince?What goes on behind closed doors is often a surprise, and Imogen surprises herself by taking the leap she knows she must. But as she begins her journey to find the woman she once was, Imogen''s past is right behind her... Will it catch up with her? And will she be ready to face it if it does?What readers are saying about <Trade ReviewA wife runs away from her marriage in this smart and twisty yarn ***** (5 stars) * Heat *The new GONE GIRL... This GONE GIRL-esque novel will have you gripped until the very end **** (4 stars) * Look *Must-have * Sunday Express *Another first class bestseller. I read the book in one sitting as it was so enjoyable, full of romance and kept you riveted until the last page. A must for all [Sheila's] fans * Woman's Way *Must-read * Express *Praise for Sheila's other novels: 'An exciting love story with a deliciously romantic denouement * Sunday Express *Make some space in your suitcase * Candis *Really enjoyable... Will keep you guessing right up until the end * Heat *A very warm and touching book ... deserves to be a bestseller * Woman's Way *Romantic and charming, this is a real must-read * Closer *O'Flanagan's lightness of touch and gentle characterisations have produced another fine read; an ideal addition to that summer holiday * Sunday Express *A lovely book that will keep you guessing right up until the end * Bella *Insightful, witty and full of fun... This is touching, tense and clever writing * Irish Independent *
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Headline Publishing Group The Last Kiss Goodbye
Book SynopsisA spellbinding tale of love, loss and long-buried secrets from the Sunday Times bestselling author. If you loved spending A Week in Paris with Rachel Hore or losing yourself in Songs of Love and War by Santa Montefiore, you will adore Tasmina Perry''s The Last Kiss Goodbye.Everyone remembers their first kiss. But what about the last?1961. Journalist Rosamund Bailey is ready to change the world. When she meets explorer and man about town Dominic Blake, she realises she has found the love of her life. Just as happiness is in their grasp, the worst happens, and their future is snatched away.2014. Deep in the vaults of a museum, archivist Abby Gordon stumbles upon a breathtaking find. A faded photograph of a man saying goodbye to the woman he loves. Looking for a way to escape her own heartache, Abby becomes obsessed with the story, little realising that behind the image frozen in time lies a secret altogether moreTrade ReviewAnother note-perfect read from Tasmina Perry * Red *Romance, adventure, mystery...(a) beautifully written and engaging tale * Heat *With political intrigue and sweeping romance, this is a compelling read * Sunday Express *A great story about lost love, exploration and long-buried secrets... A perfect rainy Sunday read * Marie Claire *Impressive * Glamour *Set in both the '60s and the present day, this book will keep you hooked as its secrets are revealed. A great story by a great writer * Fabulous *Irresistible escapism * Sunday Mirror *Her best yet... Beautifully written and the romance is subtle but so moving. I think it will be hard to read without feeling a little pull at the heart strings * That Thing She Reads *Unputdownable... Tasmina Perry keeps you riveted to her books and when you finish one it stays with you for a long time... * Books With Wine and Chocolate *All-consuming love, buried secrets and beautiful locations... A satisfying read with twists and turns and an old-fashioned love story at its heart * Random Things Through My Letterbox *A gorgeous...story of secrets, love and betrayal... a great romantic novel to take on holiday * I Read Novels *What a story! I was transported not just via locations but through many different emotions... A twisting and turning story of hope, secrets and a changing world * The Book Trail *A lovely emotional read with an intriguing story at its heart... love, passion, deception, mystery and suspense. I finished reading it with tears in my eyes * Off-The-Shelf Book Reviews *Romance, mystery...a pacey novel with themes of secrecy, seduction and how far one will go to for love... * We Love This Book *The novel has plenty of twists and intrigue...heartbreaking romance...captivating * Chicklit Club *This sweeping love story will whisk you away from the streets of London to St. Petersburg in Russia, the wild, windswept coast of Ireland and the hot and humid Amazon jungle in search of the truth behind the photo * Novelicious *
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Headline Publishing Group The Secrets We Share
Book SynopsisWinner of the 2016 Romantic Novel of the Year Award in the Epic category, The Secrets We Share is a heart-tugging treat of a novel from the No. 1 bestselling Irish author Emma Hannigan. Fans of Patricia Scanlan and Cathy Kelly will adore it.''A writer who understands exactly how women think'' Cathy KellyDevastated after a tragedy, Nathalie Conway finds herself on a plane to Ireland. She is on her way to stay with her grandmother Clara. The grandmother up until now Nathalie had no idea existed...As Clara awaits her granddaughter''s arrival, she is filled with a new sense of hope. She has spent the last twenty years praying her son Max would come back into her life. Perhaps now her son can find a way to forgive her for the past. And her granddaughter may be the thread to stitch the pieces of her beloved family back together.Trade ReviewA glorious read - wonderfully uplifting - Cathy Kelly on The Summer GuestA truly touching tale - Irish Independent on The Summer GuestThis fast-paced and endearing novel is about friendship ... accepting yourself and trusting your own judgement - Belfast Telegraph on The Summer Guest
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Headline Publishing Group My Mothers Secret
Book SynopsisSheila O''Flanagan''s MY MOTHER''S SECRET is a thought-provoking and unputdownable novel about a family reeling from the news that nothing about their parents'' marriage is what they believed it to be. A wonderful read perfect for fans of Veronica Henry and Lisa Jewell.When Steffie helps her two siblings organize a surprise wedding anniversary party for their parents her only worry is whether they''ll be pleased. What she doesn''t know is this is the day that her whole world will be turned upside down.Jenny wants to be able to celebrate her ruby anniversary with the man she loves, but for forty years she has kept a secret. A secret that she can''t bear to hide any longer. But is it ever the right time to hurt the people closest to you?As the entire family gather to toast the happy couple, they''re expecting a day to remember. The trouble is, it''s not going to be for the reasons they imagined...What readers are saying about My Mother''s STrade ReviewPraise for Sheila's novels: 'O'Flanagan is insightful, witty and full of fun ... this is touching, tense and clever writing' * Irish Independent *Make some space in your suitcase * Candis *Really enjoyable... Will keep you guessing right up until the end * Heat *A very warm and touching book ... deserves to be a bestseller * Woman's Way *Romantic and charming, this is a real must-read * Closer *O'Flanagan's lightness of touch and gentle characterisations have produced another fine read; an ideal addition to that summer holiday * Sunday Express *'One of our best storytellers' * Irish Mail on Sunday (on MY MOTHER'S SECRET) *'Exploring family relationships, which this bestselling author does so well, it's a good holiday read' * Choice magazine (on MY MOTHER'S SECRET) *
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Headline Publishing Group All The Dark Secrets
Book SynopsisThe compelling first book in the beloved classic series from ''one of the nation''s favourite saga author'' (Lancashire Post) in the grand tradition of Katie Flynn, Dilly Court and Josephine Cox.Jennie''s heartwarming and heartrending sagas are richly praised!''Jennie Felton knows how to tell a cracking story and keep the reader gripped... if you enjoy reading books in the style of Catherine Cookson then this one is for you'' Books With Wine and Chocolate''Another superbly woven and character-rich story from a saga author who writes from the heart'' Peterborough Telegraph''Packed full of Jennie''s signature strong heroines, this book will keep you guessing'' MNR JournalShattered by tragedy, can the Donovan family find happiness again?When terrible tragedy strikes at the local colliery, the residents of Fairley Terrace''s ten houses suffer more thTrade ReviewFans of Katie Flynn will love this first saga in a new romantic series * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *An enthralling new saga from a leading light in the world of women's fiction. Jennie Felton...writes her stories straight from the heart, and All the Dark Secrets is the first of what promises to be an exciting new series.... Felton evokes time and place with compelling authenticity, and conjures up a feisty heroine and a cast of engaging characters. And hold onto your hats for The Miner's Daughter, next book in the Families of Fairley Terrace series * Lancashire Evening Post *Believable characters, a vivid sense of time and place, thoroughly enjoyable -- Rosie GoodwinHas everything a family saga should have - happiness, extreme sadness, love, death, births, etc. but above allit was a real page turner . . . Thank you, Jennie, for writing such a wonderful book * Boon’s Bookcase *If you like the style of Catherine Cookson, Josephine Cox or Katie Flynn then you'll enjoy this * Books With Wine And Chocolate *Fans of Katie Flynn will love this first saga in a new romantic series * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *An enthralling new saga from a leading light in the world of women's fiction. Jennie Felton...writes her stories straight from the heart, and All the Dark Secrets is the first of what promises to be an exciting new series.... Felton evokes time and place with compelling authenticity, and conjures up a feisty heroine and a cast of engaging characters. And hold onto your hats for The Miner's Daughter, next book in the Families of Fairley Terrace series * Lancashire Evening Post *
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Headline Publishing Group The Lemon Grove
Book SynopsisHelen Walsh''s THE LEMON GROVE is a tense, sensuous story of a marriage ripped apart by desire and obsession, set in the Mallorcan summer holiday resort of Deia. Perfect for readers who loved APPLE TREE YARD, it is soon to be a major film.Each summer, Jenn and her husband Greg return to Deia, on Mallorca''s dramatic west coast. This year the arrival of Emma, Jenn''s stepdaughter, and her new boyfriend Nathan threatens to upset their equilibrium. Beautiful and reckless, Nathan stirs something unexpected in Jenn. As she is increasingly seduced by Nathan''s youth and the promise of passion, the line between desire and obsession begins to blur. What follows is a highly-charged liaison that puts lives and relationships in jeopardy. For Jenn, after this summer, nothing can ever be the same.Trade ReviewThis year's summer must read * LOOK MAGAZINE *A slinky, sultry, seductress of a novel...tense, poignant and honest -- Lori Lansens, author of The GirlsExtraordinarily, electrifyingly good -- Lisa JewellThis honest, engaging and readable novel deftly explores aspects of ageing, authenticity and identity * The Sunday Times *Should be at the top of your summer reading list * Stylist *Sensuous and sexy, with a nail-biting sense of trepidation... Unputdownable * Marie Claire *A gripping, sexy summer read -- Jenny ColganSultry, sexy, intense * Cosmopolitan *'This year's Beautiful Ruins' * Glamour *A steamy study of transgressive passion * Sunday Express *Sultry and shocking * Woman & Home *
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Headline Publishing Group The Thousand Lights Hotel
Book SynopsisFrom the author of The Shell House Detectives comes a Fearne Cotton''s Happy Place Book Club Pick set in idyllic Italy, for fans of The Garnett Girls.''I loved this book. Such gorgeous, delicate writing'' - Kate Riordan''A gloriously intoxicating fairytale - sweet, sensual and sun-drenched. You won''t want to leave!'' - Veronica Henry''''A real beautiful form of escapism'' - Fearne CottonWhen Kit loses her mother in tragic circumstances, she feels drawn to finally connect with the father she has never met. That search brings her to the Thousand Lights Hotel, the perfect holiday escape perched upon a cliff on the island of Elba. Within this idyllic setting a devastating truth is brought to light: shaking the foundations upon which the hotel is built, and shattering the lives of the people within it.A heart-breaking story of loss, betrayal, and redemption, told with all the warmth and beauty of an Italian summer.Read readers adore The Thousand Lights Hotel: ''An enjoyable escape, written perfectly'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''The perfect feast for the mind (literally) whether you''re soaking up some sunshine or in need of escapism from day to day life...'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''A lovely, romantic story'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''A touching tale of love, betrayal and new beginnings, set against the magical backdrop of the Italian island of Elba'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''A pure delight'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐Trade ReviewA beautiful story in a beautiful setting, this is escapist fiction in a class of its own ***** * Sun *A heartfelt story about identity, family, grief and love, filled with warmth, compassion and a glorious dose of Italian sunshine. Hall's care for her characters leaps off the page and her sense of landscape is beautifully evocative. Mark my words - it will have you booking the next flight to Elba -- Hannah BeckermanThis glorious, sun-drenched story moves along at a dreamy pace but the novel is far from slow. There are twists and turns to keep you on your toes and an enchanting cast of characters among the guests and staff of the hotel who keep the surprises coming. You can feel the sun on your skin and taste the aperitivo in this intoxicating novel * Daily Express *It's a powerful story of grief, family and self-discovery with a magical sense of place and beautiful storytelling * Sunday Express, S magazine *You'll be swept away to a beautiful Italian island in this perfectly told story * Sun on Sunday, Fabulous magazine *A delightful summer read * Prima *Vivid, atmospheric and heart-breaking * Woman & Home *An emotional, evocative novel * Red *A beautiful book - escapism, romance, and long-buried secrets with a glorious island setting. The perfect holiday read -- Lucy DiamondFor the flavours and fragrances of Italy - The Thousand Lights Hotel by Emylia Hall, a magical novel to touch the heart. Loved it -- Rosanna LeyI loved this book. Such gorgeous, delicate writing -- Kate RiordanGlorious... Luminous, lyrical, luscious. And what a story. I was transfixed -- Rosie WalshA simply gorgeous read by a supremely gifted writer. Just perfect! -- Debbie JohnsonI devoured The Thousand Lights Hotel. Vividly written, I savoured every page. Set on the beautiful Italian island of Elba, Hall immerses us in the lives of Valentino, Oliviero and Kit, as they struggle to come to terms with their pasts. Tender, sun-drenched and beautifully written, it's the perfect summer read -- Lucy Clarke, author of THE SEA SISTERSThe Thousand Lights Hotel is a gloriously intoxicating fairytale - sweet, sensual and sun-drenched. You won't want to leave! -- Veronica HenryLyrical, tender, sun-warm, romantic... the perfect summer read -- Susan FletcherDidn't read so much as greedily consume The Thousand Lights Hotel. Beautiful, smart, uplifting, and full of surprises -- Morgan McCarthyA deeply moving novel from a deeply talented author, The Thousand Lights Hotel is one of those remarkable books that lingers in the mind long after its characters have left the page. This is an evocative, emotional and powerful read that should be in every beach bag this summer. Be transported; be enthralled -- Victoria Fox, author of THE SILENT FOUNTAINYou are drawn into Kit's world from the start: take the journey with her as she travels from the monochrome sadness of her hometown to the gloriously sun-soaked colour palette of Elba and watch as the riveting story unfolds * Italia! Magazine *
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Headline Publishing Group The Sea Between Us
Book SynopsisFrom the author of the Richard and Judy bookclub pick The Book of Summers comes a captivating, moving novel of love and family which will sweep you away to the beautiful coast of Cornwall.In a remote Cornish cove, on one of the last days of summer, Robyn Swinton is drowning. She is saved - just - by local boy Jago Winters, and it is a moment that will change both of them forever.Over the next seven years, Robyn and Jago''s paths lead them in different directions, to city streets and foreign shores. Will the bond forged that day Jago dragged Robyn in from the sea be strong enough to bring them back to one another, or has life already pulled them too far apart?Trade Review[An] extraordinary story by an author who's fast becoming one of our firm faves * The Sun, Fabulous Magazine *This atmospheric, slow burn of a read is perfect for the end of the summer * Daily Mail *Lush, romantic escapism * Mirror *A perfect summer read. A book as magical as its Rockabilly Cove, as Jago and Robyn's tantalising, teasing journey -- Tiffany Murray, author of DIAMOND STAR HALO and SUGAR HALLAn utterly beautiful story, brimming with romance and tinged with loss. The reader is swept away to the wild and rugged seascapes of Cornwall and beyond as we follow the journey of Jago and Robyn. Hall's sensuous, vivid prose draws you in and holds you captive until the last page. This is a summer read to be devoured -- Lucy Clarke, author of THE SEA SISTERSThe Sea Between Us is that rare beast - a beautifully written, intricately observed love story that's both lyrical and enchanting. The story ebbs and flows like the Cornish coast as love is gained, lost and gained again. This is a novel that deserves to be savoured -- Hannah Beckerman, author of THE DEAD WIFE'S HANDBOOKLuscious tastes of Cornwall wrapped in yearning, loss, regret and love...wonderful -- Liz Fenwick, author of THE CORNISH HOUSEThe prose is an art-form in itself... a story that grabs the reader and completely immerses them in a picturesque world from the first to the last page. I couldn't put it down... beautifully written * The Book Bag *Praise for Emylia Hall:'As tender and insightful as it is gripping... the sheer joy of being young and alive is shining out on every page' -- Susan Fletcher, author of Eve GreenA novel that glints with passion, loss and doubt * Marie Claire *A joy to read * Sunday Express *'Enchanting and vivid... an amazing debut * Cosmopolitan *
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Headline Publishing Group Playing With Death
Book SynopsisHOW WAS A MAN KILLED WHILE ALONE IN A LOCKED ROOM? IS IT THE PERFECT MURDER?It''s a case for FBI Special Agent Rose Blake. Still raw after a notorious serial killer slipped through her net, Rose will do whatever it takes - including putting her own life at risk - to nail the perpetrator this time. When a second body with identical wounds is discovered, Rose realises that a twisted murderer is playing a deadly game. A murderer who''s not going to stop any time soon. But what links the victims? And who''s next? No one is safe, and the clock is ticking...What readers are saying about Playing with Death:''An edgy, pacy, futuristic and oh so very polished cyber thriller...intelligent, perceptive...exciting'' trevtwinem.booklikes.com''[A] fast-paced thriller of the highest quality...The pace of the story is relentless...Would highly recommend'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars''Grips you froTrade ReviewThis fast, furious, twisty thriller kept me on the edge of my seat -- Chris RyanIf Stephen King had collaborated with Michael Crichton on a thriller, it might have been as good as this. It's a grab-you-by-the-throat page-ripper' * Peterborough Evening Telegraph *What starts as a gripping killer thriller morphs into a serious and frankly scary examination of the possible threats the development of AI poses for humanity * Irish Independent *An edgy, pacy, futuristic and oh so very polished cyber thriller -- www.trevtwinem.booklikes.comGrips you from the beginning and races to a most exciting and enigmatic ending -- 5 stars, www.crimesquad.comPraise for Simon Scarrow's novels: 'Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best' * Independent *Gripping... [Scarrow's] sense of plot and pace is strong * The Times *Intrigue, treachery and violence... intense action, beguiling characters and authentic detail * Publishers Weekly *Top stuff * Daily Telegraph *Gripping... Ferocious and compelling * Daily Express *An amazing roller-coaster of a ride... Fantastic... A cracking historical thriller -- Manda ScottA fast-moving and exceptionally well-paced historical thriller * BBC History Magazine *
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Headline Publishing Group The Ravens Head
Book SynopsisA gothic delight from Karen Maitland, author of the bestselling and much-loved Company of Liars, that will enchant readers of Kate Mosse''s The Burning Chambers or fans of Deborah Harkness seeking a new, dark fix. ''An atmospheric and dark story'' The TimesNever trust your secrets to a Raven when you are not its true master...1224. Langley Manor, Norfolk. Lord Sylvain has been practising alchemy in hiding for years and now only the Apothecary''s niece can help him with final preparations to forge the Philosopher''s Stone.Alchemy calls for symbols - and victims - and when a man in possession of an intricately carved raven''s head arrives at the Manor in a clumsy attempt at blackmail, Sylvain has both symbol and victim within easy reach.But the White Canons in nearby Langley Abbey are concealing a crucial, missing ingredient... Regulus, a small boyTrade ReviewAn atmospheric and dark story... * The Times *Karen Maitland knows how to wrap you up in the darkest wings of medieval storytelling * S Magazine *Highly recommended * historicalnovelsociety.org *Beautifully written by one of today's great masters of medieval historical fiction * forwinternights.wordpress.com *A potent brew of mystery and menace... good for a winter's night * thewhishlist.co.uk *
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Headline Publishing Group The Heart of Winter Escape to a winter wedding in
Book SynopsisCosy up with The Heart of Winter by bestselling author Emma Hannigan and escape with this warm, magical novel set over a beautiful winter wedding in an Irish country house.''A wonderful storyteller'' Cathy KellyWith the promise of December in the air and the hedgerows laced with frost, Huntersbrook House has never looked more beautiful. Once the Craig family''s beloved home, the house has been transformed into a magnificent countryside venue. And its first booking couldn''t be more perfect - the Christmas wedding of a well-known film actress. Yet, behind the scenes, the Craig children are feeling the chill. Pippa is skating on thin ice with her reckless personal life; Joey, preoccupied with the business, is blind to his fiancé''s struggles. And Lainey''s future is dealt a cruel blow. As the wedding approaches, everyone hopes the house will weave its magic. But can the Craigs put their differences aside a
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Headline Publishing Group The Butterfly Summer
Book Synopsis''Heart-stopping and wonderful . . . an epic, sweeping, romantic story told brilliantly'' Sophie KinsellaIt begins and ends with Keepsake, the house that holds its shadows too tightly.Nina Parr''s mother has lied to her for most of her life. But when Nina inherits Keepsake, a long-forgotten house in Cornwall, she pieces together a sad truth that reaches back to the outbreak of war in the 1930s. A must-read for fans of Kate Morton and Santa Montefiore.What magic is this?You follow the hidden creek towards a long-forgotten house.They call it Keepsake, a place full of wonder . . . and danger. Locked inside the crumbling elegance of its walls lies the story of the Butterfly Summer, a story you''ve been waiting all your life to hear. This house is Nina Parr''s birthright. It holds the truth about her family - and a chance to put everything right at last.Trade ReviewThe Butterfly Summer is an amazing achievement; heart-stopping and wonderful. It's an epic, sweeping, romantic story told brilliantly... I could practically feel the butterflies brushing against my cheeks as I readLoved it[A] delightfully engrossing tale . . . Romance, danger and an intriguing legacy - an ideal holiday read * The Lady *Moving, gripping, heartbreakingGreat characters, gorge house, intriguing mystery, what's not to love?!Multi-layered, heartbreaking and as beautiful as a butterfly wingA crumbling house in Cornwall and a family with lots of secrets are brought to life by the evocative writing in Harriet Evans' novel The Butterfly Summer * Good Housekeeping *A delightfully engrossing read * Red magazine *Gorgeous * Stylist *Harriet Evans' writing is just perfect * Linda’s Book Bag *This absorbing, well-written book has a fairy-tale feel to it * Fabulous, Sun on Sunday *Intriguing and full of twists and turns * T*Rexes and Tiaras Blog *
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Headline Publishing Group A Place for Us
Book SynopsisDon''t miss the STUNNING new novel from Sunday Times bestselling author, Harriet Evans - THE BELOVED GIRLS is available to buy now!''The day Martha Winter decided to tear apart her family began like any other day ...''''A brilliantly written story that will stay with you long after the last page'' Fabulous Magazine, Sun on SundayThe Sunday Times Top Five Bestseller A Place For Us by Harriet Evans is a book you''ll dive into, featuring a family you''ll fall in love with . . . and never want to leave. If you devour Rosamunde Pilcher and Maeve Binchy and have discovered Jojo Moyes, you''ll be thrilled to add Harriet Evans to your collection of favourite authors.The house has soft, purple wisteria twining around the door. You step inside. The hall is cool after the hot summer''s day. The welcome is kind, and alwTrade ReviewHarriet Evans is a master at creating characters you feel like you know inside out, and wish you could meet in real life - we almost couldn't bear to leave them when we finished. An unputdownable thrill of a novel - you'll be racing to the end to find out the Winter family's deep, dark secret. If you are looking for a modern-day Daphne du Maurier thriller with plenty of tear-jerking romance along the way, here's the perfect addition to your bookshelf. ***** * Heat *A brilliantly written story that will stay with you long after the last page * Fabulous Magazine, Sun on Sunday *A really superior modern saga, with utterly true to life characters * Sunday Mirror *Fabulously gripping story * Prima *Atmospheric and descriptive, Evans creates a tangible world full of tragedy and hardship, love and redemption, with a satisfying conclusion. Hugely enjoyable * Psychologies *I was blissfully carried away by this intelligent (she's as good as the great Rosamunde Pilcher), classy and superbly executed family saga * Saga *I adored this latest and was transfixed right to the end... This brilliantly written portrait of a fascinating family in crisis is an emotionally intelligent, thoughtful and engaging read * Daily Mail *
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Headline Publishing Group Simply Irresistible
Book SynopsisThe first enchanting novel in the Lucky Harbor series from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis, laced with her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Fans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for the Lucky Harbor series.Maddie Moore''s whole life needs a makeover. In one fell swoop, Maddie loses her boyfriend (her decision) and her job (so not her decision). But rather than drowning her sorrows in bags of potato chips, Maddie leaves L.A. to claim the inheritance left by her free-spirited mother - a ramshackle inn nestled in the little coastal town of Lucky Harbor, Washington.Starting over won''t be easy. Yet Maddie sees the potential for a new home and a new career - if only she can convince her two half-sisters to join her in the adventure. But convincing Tara and Chloe will be difficult because the inn needs a big makeover too. The contractoTrade ReviewHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorJill Shalvis is such a talented author that she brings to life characters who make you laugh, cry, and are a joy to read * Romance Reviews Today *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism.It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *From beginning to end, Animal Magnetism is a captivating story that will have you laughing out loud, rooting for a happy ending for Lilah and Brady, and hoping that this won't be your last visit to Sunshine * Romance Reviews Today *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism. It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *Packed with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling authorHeartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *Riveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling author[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorWhat I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling author[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *Riveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorFast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling authorPacked with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *
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Headline Publishing Group The Sweetest Thing
Book SynopsisThe second enchanting novel in the Lucky Harbor series from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis, laced with her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Fans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for the Lucky Harbor series.Tara has a thousand good reasons not to return to the little coastal town of Lucky Harbor, Washington. Yet with her life doing a major crash-and-burn, anywhere away from her unfulfilled dreams and sexy ex-husband will do. As Tara helps her two sisters get their newly renovated inn up and running, she finally has a chance to get things under control and come up with a new plan for her life.But a certain tanned, green-eyed sailor has his own ideas, such as keeping Tara hot, bothered...and in his bed. And when her ex wants Tara back, three is a crowd she can''t control - especially when her deepest secret reappears out of the blueTrade ReviewHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorPacked with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism.It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *From beginning to end, Animal Magnetism is a captivating story that will have you laughing out loud, rooting for a happy ending for Lilah and Brady, and hoping that this won't be your last visit to Sunshine * Romance Reviews Today *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *Packed with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorI always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * Book Cove Reviews *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you awayHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorWitty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorJill Shalvis is such a talented author that she brings to life characters who make you laugh, cry, and are a joy to read * Romance Reviews Today *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism. It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling authorI always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *
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Headline Publishing Group Late Summer in the Vineyard
Book SynopsisThe perfect place for a fresh start . . . Escape to France with LATE SUMMER IN THE VINEYARD - Jo Thomas''s irresistible follow-up to THE OYSTER CATCHER and THE OLIVE BRANCH. ''A fabulous French feast of fun'' Milly Johnson''Love this book ... makes me want to live on a vineyard in the South of France!'' Lisa Zupan, Producer of P.S. I Love You Emmy Bridges has always looked out for others. Now it''s time to put down roots of her own.Working for a wine-maker in France is the opportunity of a lifetime for Emmy. Even if she doesn''t know a thing about wine - beyond what''s on offer at the local supermarket.There''s plenty to get to grips with in the rustic town of Petit Frère. Emmy''s new work friends need more than a little winning over. Then there''s her infuriatingly brash tutor, Isaac, and the enigmatic Madame Beaumont, tucked away in her vineyard of secrets.But Emmy will soon realise thaTrade ReviewSheer romcom brilliance! * Heat *A heart-warming tale . . . Perfect escapism * Marie Claire *This book is scrumptious! I couldn't stop reading -- Katie FfordeA full-bodied tale with hints of humour and romance which can be enjoyed at any time of year * Sun *What a gorgeous book! Reading it felt like the best kind of holiday -- Lucy DiamondA warm-hearted, sparkling gem . . . I loved it! -- Miranda DickinsonSunny and funny . . . as warm as a south-facing vineyard. It made me want to rush to France tout suite! -- Veronica HenryCaptures the essence of France from the vineyards and chateaux to the glorious sunshine and of course, the wine -- Cathy BramleyLove this book . . . makes me want to live on a vineyard in the South of France! -- Lisa Zupan, Producer of P.S. I Love YouWarm, funny, romantic with a terrific sense of place. I loved it! -- Katie FfordeA perfect pearl of a story. I loved it -- Milly JohnsonRomantic and funny, this is a great addition to any bookshelf * Sun *Sun, good food and romance, what more could you want? * Heat *Set in a beautiful landscape with lovable characters . . . A real page-turner * Candis magazine *
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Headline Publishing Group Head Over Heels
Book SynopsisThe third enchanting novel in the Lucky Harbor series from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis, laced with her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Fans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for the Lucky Harbor series.Breaking rules and breaking hearts... Free-spirited Chloe lives life on the edge. Unlike her soon-to-be married sisters, she isn''t ready to settle into a quiet life running their family''s newly renovated inn. But soon her love of trouble - and trouble with love - draws the attention of the very stern, very sexy sheriff who''d like nothing better than to tame her wild ways. Suddenly Chloe can''t take a misstep without the sheriff hot on her heels. His rugged swagger and his enigmatic smile are enough to make a girl beg to be handcuffed. For the first time, instead of avoiding the law, Chloe dreams of surrender. Can this rebel find a Trade ReviewHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorJill Shalvis is such a talented author that she brings to life characters who make you laugh, cry, and are a joy to read * Romance Reviews Today *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism.It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *From beginning to end, Animal Magnetism is a captivating story that will have you laughing out loud, rooting for a happy ending for Lilah and Brady, and hoping that this won't be your last visit to Sunshine * Romance Reviews Today *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism. It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *Packed with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling authorRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorHeartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorEngaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorHeartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *Publishers Weekly * Romantic Times *Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling author
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Headline Publishing Group Lucky In Love
Book SynopsisThe fourth enchanting novel in the Lucky Harbor series from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis, laced with her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Fans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for the Lucky Harbor series.Mallory Quinn has had enough of playing it safe. As a nurse and devoted daughter, she takes care of everyone but herself. And as the local good girl, she''s expected to date Mr. Right. But for once, she''d like to take a risk on Mr. Wrong. And who could be more wrong than Ty Garrison? The mysterious new guy in town has made it clear that he''s only passing through, which suits Mallory just fine. Besides, his lean, hard body and sexy smile will give her plenty to remember once he''s gone...For the first time in his life, Ty can''t bear to leave. Helping this sexy seductress-in-training walk on the wild side is making him desire things he shoTrade ReviewHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorJill Shalvis is such a talented author that she brings to life characters who make you laugh, cry, and are a joy to read * Romance Reviews Today *Humor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorAnyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism. It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism.It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *From beginning to end, Animal Magnetism is a captivating story that will have you laughing out loud, rooting for a happy ending for Lilah and Brady, and hoping that this won't be your last visit to Sunshine * Romance Reviews Today *Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you awayRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorI loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *Packed with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorEngaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *Packed with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorFast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling author
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Headline Publishing Group Cartes Postales from Greece
Book Synopsis*THE FIGURINE, the brand-new novel from Victoria Hislop, is available to order now.*THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERCartes Postales from Greece is an extraordinary new book from Victoria Hislop, the Sunday Times Number One bestselling author of The Island, The Return, The Thread, and The Sunrise. A beautifully depicted love affair with Greece, and a spellbinding tale of love and loss. It is fiction with a distinctive photographic framework - magical and unique.''Hislop''s passionate love of the country breathes from every page'' Daily Mail''When it comes to tales about Greece, Hislop is an undisputed queen - and this is easily her best novel yet'' HeatWeek after week, the postcards arrive, addressed to someone Ellie does not know, each signed with an initial: A.These alluring cartes postales of Greece brighten her lifTrade ReviewWhen it comes to tales about Greece, Hislop is an undisputed queen - and this is easily her best novel yet * Heat on Cartes Postales from Greece *A lavish love letter to Greece * Sunday Mirror on Cartes Postales from Greece *Hislop's passionate love of the country breathes from every page * Daily Mail on Cartes Postales from Greece *This beautiful novel is illustrated with gorgeous photos to really bring the country to life * Fabulous, Sun on Sunday on Cartes Postales from Greece *A tender love story that will make you wish your own summer holiday wasn't a distant memory * Red online on Cartes Postales from Greece *A beautiful tale of love, struggle and redemption -- Cathy Rentzenbrink * Prima on Cartes Postales from Greece *A discerning fly-on-the-wall view of the country, a heady mix of poetic licence and gravitas. . . Greece works its magic in Hislop's latest ode to the country * The Lady on Cartes Postales from Greece *A tantalising glimpse of a country far removed from the usual tourist resorts and beaches * Mail on Sunday on Cartes Postales from Greece *Impressively imagined . . . make[s] you want to jump on a plane to Athens * The Sunday Times on Cartes Postales from Greece *With sumptuous photography - this is a lavish love letter to Greece * Sunday Mirror on Cartes Postales from Greece *Hislop has woven colour photographs of the stunning Greek landscape into her narrative. I enjoyed being transported to Greece on Hislop's wings of words and vivid descriptions * Express on Cartes Postales from Greece *Victoria Hislop's love affair with Greece continues, bringing the country triumphantly to life . . . [her] imaginative and compelling stories paint a remarkable portrait of Greece and its history * Sunday Express S Magazine on Cartes Postales from Greece *This is storytelling at its best and just like a tapestry, when each thread is sewn into place, so emerge the layers and history of relationships past and present * Sunday Express on The Thread *A vivid, moving and absorbing tale * Observer on The Island *Peopled with memorable characters, this is a powerful, moving and beautifully told novel of loyalty and love, hope and fear * Choice magazine on The Thread *A beautiful tale of enduring love and unthinking prejudice * Express on The Island *Hislop carefully evokes the lives of Cretans between the wars and during German occupation, but most commendable is her compassionate portrayal of the outcasts * Guardian on The Island *Passionately engaged with its subject...meticulously researched * The Sunday Times on The Island *Victoria Hislop writes so vividly about the Med, you can almost feel the scorching heat. An absorbing tale about family, friendship, loyalty and betrayal, set during a violent period in the history of Cyprus * Good Housekeeping on The Sunrise *Adroitly plotted and deftly characterised, Hislop's gripping novel tells the stories of ordinary Greek and Turkish families trying to preserve their humanity in a maelstrom of deception, betrayal and ethnic hatred * Mail on Sunday on The Sunrise *Hislop hasn't of course been into Famagusta - no one may, even now - but has stood near the barbed wire and imagined what life was like there, then and now, with her usual gift for presenting bits of history most of us are unfamiliar with from a fictional point of view * Independent on Sunday on The Sunrise *Vibrant... Hislop brings history to life in this compelling tale * Tatler on The Sunrise *Fascinating and moving... Hislop writes unforgettably about Cyprus and its people * The Times on The Sunrise *Intelligent and immersive... Hislop's incisive narrative weaves a vast array of fact through a poignant, compelling family saga * The Sunday Times on The Sunrise *A sweeping, magnificently detailed and ambitious saga that wrestles with the turbulence of the period Hislop covers * The Sunday Times on The Thread *
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Headline Publishing Group One in a Million
Book SynopsisFans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis'' Lucky Harbor series. This is the twelfth and final captivating novel, laced with Jill''s trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. As the brains behind wedding site TyingTheKnot.com, Callie sees it all: from the ring to the dress, the smiles...to the tears. It''s that last part that keeps her single and not looking. Getting left at the altar will do that to a girl. But when Callie returns to her old hometown, she finds that her sweet high school crush is sexier than ever. And he makes it hard to remember why she''s sworn off love... Tanner is a deep-sea diver with a wild, adrenaline-junkie past - and now his teenage son is back in his life. How can Tanner be a role model when he''s still paying for his own mistakes? It''s hard enough that gorgeous Callie has appeared in Trade ReviewPacked with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Humor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorAnyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism.It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *From beginning to end, Animal Magnetism is a captivating story that will have you laughing out loud, rooting for a happy ending for Lilah and Brady, and hoping that this won't be your last visit to Sunshine * Romance Reviews Today *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *Packed with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorI always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *Fast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling authorHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorEngaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorJill Shalvis is such a talented author that she brings to life characters who make you laugh, cry, and are a joy to read * Romance Reviews Today *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism. It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *Riveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorFast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling authorI loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *
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Headline Publishing Group The Honey Farm on the Hill
Book Synopsis ''Perfect escapist magic'' Good Housekeeping''Jo''s book is as rich and sweet and moreish as baklava'' Milly Johnson Perfect for fans of Jill Mansell and Carole Matthews, Jo Thomas''s irresistible, sun-filled novel transports you straight to the mountains of Crete.Sometimes you have to go back before you can move forwards...One magical summer Nell fell in love in the mountains of Crete and her life changed for ever. Eighteen years later, Nell is ready for a new beginning. When she sees a honey farm in the same hilltop town has lost its bees, the opportunity is impossible to resist. Welcomed back to Greece by the warm sun and aroma of wild thyme, Nell finds memories of her past at every turn. But much has changed since she''s been away.As Nell throws herself into restoring the honey farm, she starts to unlock the truth of what happened all those years ago. SheTrade ReviewLoved this! Great characters, a wonderful setting and an intriguing plot kept me reading long after 'lights out' -- Katie FfordeSheer rom-com brilliance! * Heat *A sunny, romantic, escapist read * Woman & Home *Romantic and funny, this is a great addition to any bookshelf * Sun *Irresistibly romantic and utterly gorgeous -- Miranda DickinsonJo's book is as rich and sweet and moreish as baklava -- Milly JohnsonWell worth a read -- Carole MatthewsIt had my heart racing and my taste buds tingling; the perfect blend of escapism, romance and Jo's inimitable warmth. I devoured it! -- Cathy BramleyPerfect escapism * Marie Claire *An utterly charming read full of rustic romance and adventure * Woman magazine *Perfect for those who dream of a new life in the sun! * My Weekly *A heart-warming tale -- Ali McNamaraPerfect summer read -- Liz FenwickTHE HONEY FARM ON THE HILL [by] Jo Thomas provides perfect escapist magic * Good Housekeeping *A warm summer breeze of a story that's full of atmosphere and romance * S Magazine *A charming and delightful slice of escapist romantic fiction * Heat *The ultimate cheery tale * Sun *
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Headline Publishing Group The Ocean at the End of the Lane
Book SynopsisA special Christmas edition of the Sunday Times bestseller.WINNER OF THE SPECSAVERS NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS 2013 BOOK OF THE YEARThe Ocean at the End of the Lane is the bestselling magical novel from Neil Gaiman, one of the most brilliant storytellers of our generation and author of the epic novel American Gods, and the much-loved Sandman series. ''Possibly Gaiman''s most lyrical, scary and beautiful work yet. It''s a tale of childhood for grown-ups, a fantasy rooted in the darkest corners of reality'' (Independent on Sunday). If you loved the mesmerising world of Erin Morgenstern''s The Night Circus or were drawn into J.K. Rowling''s magical universe, this book is for you. It began for our narrator forty years ago when the family lodger stole their car and committed suicide in it, stirring up ancient powers best left undisturbed. Dark creatures from beyond this world are on the loose, and it will take eTrade ReviewGaiman's achievement is to make the fantasy world seem true * The Times *A book that reads like a half-remembered fairy tale from childhood... and slots perfectly into the canon of British magical fiction * New Statesman *The writer who comes closest to the being the Dahl of his generation... The Ocean at the End of the Lane has, like all good myths, a power that defies explanation * Sunday Express *Within a few pages you know you're reading a future classic * Stylist *told with a rare understanding of all that makes us human, and shows the power of stories to reveal and shelter us from the darkness inside and out. * Mid-West Times *
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Headline Publishing Group Liverpool Sisters
Book SynopsisLIVERPOOL SISTERS is a nostalgic, heart-warming and dramatic Merseyside saga from bestselling author Lyn Andrews - not to be missed by readers of Dilly Court and Kitty Neale. Liverpool, 1907. Thanks to their father''s success, sisters Livvie and Amy Goodwin are moving from their cramped home to a roomier house on the outskirts of Liverpool. But tragedy strikes when their adored mother dies in childbirth. The girls are still grieving when Thomas introduces their new stepmother - a woman just a few years older than Livvie.Thomas has plans for his daughters. He wants Livvie to marry a wealthy neighbour''s son - not Frank Hadley, the kind and handsome factory manager she is attracted to. Their relationship is a dangerous enough secret, but Livvie''s interest in the Suffragettes could drive Thomas to the edge. For the Goodwin girls, the happy future they once took for granted is far from certain...Trade ReviewPraise for Lyn Andrews: 'An outstanding storyteller' * Woman's Weekly *A vivid portrayal of life * Best *A compelling read * Woman's Own *The Catherine Cookson of Liverpool * Northern Echo *Gutsy...a vivid picture of a hard-up, hard-working community...will keep the pages turning * Daily Express *
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Headline Publishing Group The Secret
Book Synopsis* THE MEMORY BOX, THE BRAND NEW NOVEL FROM KATHRYN HUGHES, IS AVAILABLE NOW *''Riveting'' Lesley Pearse on The Letter. ''Gripping'' Good Housekeeping on The Secret. From the #1 bestselling author of The Letter comes The Secret - a powerful, twisting novel that you won''t be able to put down. Mary has been nursing a secret. Forty years ago, she made a choice that would change her world for ever, and alter the path of someone she holds dear.Beth is searching for answers. She has never known the truth about her parentage, but finding out could be the lifeline her sick child so desperately needs. When Beth finds a faded newspaper cutting amongst her mother''s things, she realises the key to her son''s future lies in her own past. She must go back to where it all began to unlock...The Secret.What readers are saying about the unputdownable stories of Kathryn Hughes:Trade ReviewThe Letter, Kathryn's debut novel, was an eBook bestseller. Her second, The Secret, is just as gripping * Good Housekeeping *An emotional and intriguing read... Keeps you guessing right to the end ***** * People's Friend *Have lots of tissues ready * My Weekly *Full of hidden secrets and tragic events... I really enjoyed this book * Rea's Book Reviews *A fantastic story. I absolutely loved this book! * Babs' Bookshelf *A gripping and emotional read...that will stay with me for a long time * By the Letter Book Reviews *A wonderful and uplifting story * Lesley Pearse on The Letter *One to tug at the heartstrings * Red on The Letter *Get set to be hooked * Look on The Letter *A moving story of love, loss and hope * Bella on The Letter *Beautifully written and incredibly poignant * The Last Word Book Reviews on The Letter *A truly gorgeous story * Shaz's Book Blog on The Letter *
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Headline Publishing Group The Wilderness
Book SynopsisOnce it was a family home. Now they are all at sea...When Anna and David receive a phone call late one evening, their lives are upturned. Within minutes, they are travelling to the west coast of Scotland, preparing to care for two young sisters, tragically and suddenly orphaned.It''s a beautiful place, the heather is in bloom, the birds wheel above the waves, the deer graze peacefully in the distance. But the large granite house is no longer a home for the girls, and Anna knows she can never take the place of their mother. Then David invites his friend to stay, to ''ease them through'' and Anna finds herself increasingly isolated, with everything she - and the girls - once knew of life discarded and overruled by a man of whom she is deeply suspicious.Trade ReviewPraise for The Wilderness:'Almost indecently readable . . . Duguid keeps the tension almost at boiling point' * Daily Mail *'Darkly beautiful and exquisitely written, I loved this haunting story' * Eve Chase *'Pungently atmospheric . . . beautiful descriptions' * Metro *'Evocative, stunning and so beautifully written, the landscape of the wilderness smothers Anna as effectively as her marriage has always done. A powerful book about how the needs of men often consume the women and girls around them. I absolutely loved it' * Araminta Hall *'Insightful, moving, and with a gloriously described location where nature rules' * Peterborough Telegraph *'Beautifully written and well-paced - a real page-turner which I read in two sittings . . . I can still picture every corner of the island as though I was there - a place of unease, mystery and wild beauty' * Goodreads reviewer *A slender, intense book that explores grief and love, but with such a sharp attention to detail that I found it very difficult to put down * Netgalley review *A clever exploration of family and grief. Not only is this a very well-written book with wonderfully-interesting characters, but the suspense builds at just the right pace as the story unfolds * Netgalley review *A wonderful, intense, evocative experience' * Carole Hailey *Praise for Look at Me:With characters that are sharply observed with a beady eye for detail, this is a haunting study of family, grief, and loss * Daily Mail *This slender novel puts a fragile family under the spotlight with great effect * Cathy Rentzenbrink *Exquisitely written, with a beautiful balance between darkness and humour * Joanna Cannon *A clever exploration of family and grief * Red *'Swept away in the depth and darkness of her storytelling, the beauty of the landscape and these fragile, damaged relationships' * Emma Stonex *
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Headline Publishing Group The Perfect Gift A warm uplifting and
Book Synopsis** THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER **''A wonderful storyteller'' Cathy Kelly''Warm, intelligent and brilliant'' Marian Keyes''A beautiful book by an exceptional author - lose yourself in her wonderful writing'' Sinead Moriarty-----------------------Happy Birthday, darling girl...Ever since she can remember, Roisin has received a birthday card in the post. Signed with love from the birth mother she has never met.Brought up by her adoptive parents, Keeley and Doug, Roisin has wanted for nothing. But on her thirtieth birthday a letter comes that shakes her world.For Keeley, who''s raised Roisin as her own, the letter reminds her of a secret she''s been holding for thirty years. And for Nell, keeping watch in the lighthouse, the past is a place she rarely goes. Until a young runaway arrives seeking shelter, and unwraps the gift of hope for them aTrade ReviewA glorious read . . . A wonderfully uplifting novel about women's friendship by a writer who understands exactly how women think -- Cathy KellyHannigan's novel, much like the vivacious author herself, is brimming with hope, joy and inspiration * Sunday Independent *A moving tale celebrating the bonds between women, Emma Hannigan beautifully captures the difficult and wondrous thing that is loving and learning to let go . . . just a little. An excellent read * Irish Tatler *Emotional and heartbreaking . . . A fast-paced story with endearingly warm characters - you'll savour this touching tale -- Candis Magazine, Book of the MonthThis fast-paced and endearing novel is about friendship between women, accepting yourself and trusting your own judgement * Belfast Telegraph *Restores our faith in human nature and makes us feel warm inside * Writing Magazine *This is her best novel yet. Her heart and soul was poured into every word of this story and it just radiates from the pages . . . a wonderful, heartfelt, emotive book * Shaz’s Book Blog *I didn't just like it, I really LOVED it . . . grab this book, curl up on the couch and prepare to have a few lump in your throat moments too * Celeste Loves Books *
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Headline Publishing Group The Other Side of the World
Book SynopsisA tender and gorgeously written novel of a marriage in crisis in the tradition of Revolutionary Road, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD by Stephanie Bishop was an Australian bestseller (2015), and winner of the ABIA Award for Literary Fiction Book of the Year and the 2015 Readings Prize for New Australian Fiction. It has gone on to garner international literary acclaim.''A stunning writer... her attention to detail makes each scene visceral'' New York Times''As a portrait of a marriage and motherhood, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD was the most outstanding novel of the year for me. It''s beautifully written, profound and deeply moving'' Hannah Beckerman, Express Books of the YearCambridge 1963. Charlotte struggles to reconnect with the woman she was before children, and to find the time and energy to paint. Her husband, Henry, cannot face the thought of another English winter. A brochure slipped through the letterbox givTrade ReviewAn insightful, exquisitely observed novel... deserves to make many a book prize shortlist * Observer *Unflinching but tender... a moving story of marriage, home and self-discovery * Stylist *Stephanie Bishop's second novel is a stunning work of Australian fiction about marriage and family, homesickness and nostalgia. Bishop's elegant and beautiful prose stayed with me long after finishing the final page and I found myself returning to reread passages. The Other Side of the World is definitely a standout, must-read novel of 2015. * Guardian.com *A spellbinding and beautifully written debut by Stephanie Bishop, about a woman struggling with life as a new mother after she's uprooted by her husband to Australia * Good Housekeeping *Her descriptions pulse with feeling... A tender portrayal of the power of memory, the pull of place and the fragility of family relationships, this is thoroughly enjoyable * Lady *There are moments in this novel that are so beautifully and painfully evoked... I thought about it for days afterwards -- Carys Bray, author of A Song for Issy BradleyIntelligent and poignant * Glamour *This powerful, insightful novel has an evocation of motherhood any parent will recognise * Sunday Express *Bishop writes with great sympathy about two individuals whose sense of themselves has come adrift, and her atmospheric scenes are painted with an arrestingly vivid palette * Daily Mail *The novel thrums with an elegiac hum and is soft with the shifting light and worn textures of memories... magnificent...the precision and flair of the writing is breathtaking * The Australian *Atmospheric - the contrast between the two cultures and climates is very well done -- Cathy Rentzenbrink * Bookseller (Editor's Pick) *A beautifully written novel... There are shades of Anne Tyler and Raymond Carver - names not to be thrown around lightly * Big Issue *Perceptive, wise and exquisitely written, this novel had me turning the pages with heart-stopping urgency. I could not have loved it more -- Hannah Beckerman, Author of The Dead Wife's HandbookUtterly heartrending...a subtle and moving book * Optima Magazine *a painfully intimate portrait of a marriage in crisis and of a woman on the verge of losing herself... a read-in-one-sitting kind of book, and perfect for book clubs. You'll be debating this one for hours! * New Books Magazine *A breathy, sensual conjuring up of two countries, two people steeped in their own sense of nostalgia, beating with a page-turning pulse * Sainsbury’s Magazine *Her ability to describe landscapes and places is quite stunning... A slow-moving, gently unfurling story that is sure to be a huge success for Stephanie Bishop ... oh, and that ending... -- Random Things Through My LetterboxA beautiful story about parenthood, marriage and a young mother's bewilderment by change, responsibility and duty * Candis *A beautifully written book... I delighted in the poetic style of Stephanie Bishop's writing and loved the evocative images of the Australian and English (and Indian) landscapes. She captures the intensity of the heat in the southern hemisphere and contrasts this with the melancholic dimness of an English winter * The Bookbag *One of the most beautiful stories I have read in a long time. Against an epic backdrop lies a deeply personal story of home and identity, and I fell in love from the very first page. Surely a classic in the making. -- Joanna Cannon, author of THE TROUBLE WITH GOATS AND SHEEPThe dramatic ending will certainly stay with me for a long time * Irish News *A powerful description of a marriage in crisis * Mirror *Clear, strong prose and a story shaped by intelligence of steel -- Sarah Moss, author of NIGHTWAKING and BODIES OF LIGHTTenderly written... the dramatic ending will stay with me for a long while * Irish Examiner *As a portrait of a marriage and motherhood, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD was the most outstanding novel of the year for me. It's beautifully written, profound and deeply moving. * Express *
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Headline Publishing Group Some Sunny Day Lavender Road 2
Book SynopsisIn Helen Carey''s poignant and nostalgic novel SOME SUNNY DAY, it''s 1940, and two young women are growing up in a world full of drama and danger. Perfect reading for fans of Kate Thompson and Donna Douglas.September 1940As Luftwaffe bombs rain from the skies over London, the women of Lavender Road are fighting their own battles.Shy Katy Parsons has always been sheltered by her over-protective parents. The war is her chance to see life from beyond her bedroom window. Enrolling as a nurse was always her dream, but the reality is tougher than she ever imagined. And falling in love isn''t all plain sailing either...Privileged Louise Rutherford secretly hoped the war would bring her some fun and romance. But far it has brought her pain and grief, and now she has a secret... something her strict father must never find out about.London during the Blitz is a dangerous place to live but the Lavender Road residents never stop believing Trade Review'Sparkling storytelling!' * Evening Standard *'Written with a lightness of touch, an emotional integrity and an historical accuracy which has brought her respect from critics and readers alike' -- Louis de Bernières'an extremely well-written and very absorbing tale. I'm looking forward to reading the next in the series' * A Goodreads Member *
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Headline Publishing Group On A Wing And A Prayer Lavender Road 3
Book SynopsisON A WING AND A PRAYER by Helen Carey is a nostalgic and heart-warming novel of south London during the Second World War. The perfect read for fans of Ellie Dean, Kate Thompson and Donna Douglas.October 1941. London has been ravaged by war for two years now and life couldn''t be tougher for those living on Lavender Road. Many loved ones have been lost and sacrifices made, but Lady Helen de Burrel is about to take the biggest risk yet.Inspired by the courage of her friends on this south London street, Helen volunteers to join the Special Operations Executive and puts her life in jeopardy for the sake of her country. But it''s hard to know who to trust, and when her heart is on the line even love becomes dangerous.The war has changed everything, but one thing is certain; the women of Lavender Road will rally together, no matter what the future has in store...Trade ReviewPraise for Helen Carey's novels: 'Sparkling storytelling! * Evening Standard *Written with a lightness of touch, an emotional integrity and an historical accuracy which has brought her respect from critics and readers alike -- Louis de BernièresI loved this book! -- A Goodreads Member
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