Contemporary lifestyle fiction

Book SynopsisCan neighbours become more than good friends... After her fiancé left her, Ali and her daughter Grace enjoyed living in what became known as 'the Single Mums' Mansion'. However, with her best friends Amanda and Jacqui moving on, it's time for Ali and Grace to make their own way. Thankfully, a chance conversation leads to them moving into the infamous South London gated community known only as The Mews. In The Mews everyone lives in each other's pockets and curtain twitching is an Olympic sport. The neighbours are an eclectic bunch – from Nick the alleged spy, Carl the gorgeous but clearly troubled Idris Elba lookalike, to Debbie who is about to face the hardest fight of her life, and TV agent Samantha who is not as in control as she likes to pretend. Each day brings another drama, but along with the tears, real friendships grow. And her neighbours' problems might unlock the key to something Ali has yearned for all along... Will these single mums be able to move on from life in the mansion? Perfect for fans of Marian Keyes, Sophie Kinsella, Lindsey Kelk and Mhairi McFarlane. Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE SINGLE MUMS' MANSION: 'Based on the author's real experience, it's fresh, touching and very funny' Sunday People & Sunday Mirror. 'I absolutely ADORED [this] and I would definitely recommend it to other readers' Amanda Oughton, NetGalley. 'If you enjoy your stories with no filters, crammed full of laughter and poignancy, this is the book for you' Jane Hunt, NetGalley. 'I cannot wait to tell friends about it as I am sure they will enjoy as much as I did' Molly Stulmaker, NetGalley. 'Such a fun and funny book, but also moments of great sadness... Well-paced and well written' -- Claire Lyons, NetGalley

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Book SynopsisMum of one, Jess, has had enough of endless diaper-filled days, and her husband Chris has just the solution to vent her frustrations – a blog. Jess loves her daughter more than anything, but sometimes she just wants a little bit of freedom – some time for herself. Cue a laptop, a glass of wine and the beginning of a life-changing journey. Overnight Jess's inbox is full of notifications and before long she is officially a 'mummy blogger', but this new life comes with its own set of rules and regulations. With Queen of the Bloggers, Tiggy, blanking her in public, people recognizing her on the street and her life decisions suddenly judged by strangers, Jess's idea of 'me time' is slowly becoming a full-time job. Will Jess be able to find the right life/work balance? Or will she wish she'd never turned to a world online? From the award-winning blogger behind 'Mum of Boys & Mabel'. Praise for From Mum with Love: 'Catchy and engaging!' Macie Callewaert. 'Wonderful entertaining' Abby Siverman. 'I loved, loved, loved this book!' Petra Quelch. 'I loved the story as it followed the highs and lows of mothering' Natasha Brett. 'A relatable and hilarious read that I devoured in one sitting' Lindsie Gatto. 'I thought this was a beautiful and accurate representation of what it must feel like to be a mother' Whitney Meyer.

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Book Synopsis*** WINNER OF THE 2023 RATHBONES FOLIO FICTION PRIZE***ONE OF SLATE'S 10 BEST BOOKS OF 2022'Every page of her story feels charged, like an open circuit waiting for its switch; a lurking wallop. It's magnificent, peerless writing' Guardian'When my family emigrated it felt as if we'd been stood on our heads.'Michelle de Kretser's electrifying take on scary monsters turns the novel upside down - just as migration has upended her characters' lives.Lyle works for a sinister government department in near-future Australia. An Asian migrant, he fears repatriation and embraces 'Australian values'. He's also preoccupied by his ambitious wife, his wayward children and his strong-minded elderly mother. Islam has been banned in the country, the air is smoky from a Permanent Fire Zone, and one pandemic has already run its course.Lili's family migrated to Australia from Asia when she was a teenager. Now, in the 1980s, she's teaching in the south of France. She makes friends, observes the treatment handed out to North African immigrants and is creeped out by her downstairs neighbour. All the while, Lili is striving to be A Bold, Intelligent Woman like Simone de Beauvoir.Three scary monsters - racism, misogyny and ageism - roam through this mesmerising novel. Its reversible format enacts the disorientation that migrants experience when changing countries changes the story of their lives. With this suspenseful, funny and profound book, Michelle de Kretser has made something thrilling and new.'Which comes first, the future or the past?'Trade ReviewSlyly intelligent...the book's overriding sense of anger and alarm also mingles with satirical glee. Even if she obviously has the apocalyptic drift of the present in sight, De Kretser passes on to the reader the inescapable feeling that she's also having fun, in this engaging amalgam of lament and warning shot. * The Observer *Every page of her story feels charged, like an open circuit waiting for its switch; a lurking wallop. It's magnificent, peerless writing. * Guardian Australia *A carefully constructed pattern of thematic echoes...filled with unexpected details, apt quick literary brushstrokes and the gleam of humour. For what it's worth, I'd call it two novellas: but either way, it's terrific. -- Sam Leith * Telegraph *Scary Monsters is a provocative and exhilarating game of snakes and ladders * Times Literary Supplement *Engrossing...a powerful portrait of feeling adrift in a hostile environment, suffused with stabs of beautiful description * The Times *truly great...brilliant -- Ali Smith * The Guardian *Ruminative and sly rather than preachy, this novel about complacency and compromise packs a stealthy bite -- Laura Miller * Slate, 10 Best Books of 2022 *De Kretser clearly relishes demonstrating how close we are to this dystopian future where "government hatespokespersons" dominate the media and a "climate no-policy" has already wreaked havoc. What lingers in the mind, however, are the connections she makes between past prejudices and a future society devoid of values or compassion * Financial Times *Written with incandescent moral energy, profound compassion, and astonishing precision and beauty, Michelle de Kretser's Scary Monsters extends the very possibilities of the novel form. On the contemporary international scene, there are very, very few writers who can match her style, her intelligence, her vision. To read her is to be changed. -- Neel MukherjeeIn Scary Monsters de Kretser addresses the weightiest of subjects with the lightest and deftest of touches, and the result is funny, playful, painful, angry and, above all, ferociously smart. It's a dazzling novel, by a hugely talented author. -- Sarah WatersA radically brilliant diptych-novel, in complex conversation with itself and with the world we live in, written by one of the living masters of the art of fiction. A beautifully troubling book. -- Max PorterI love the way Scary Monsters asks urgent questions about what kind of future we might be sleepwalking towards. And heightens the enquiry by looking back; by unsettling and disturbing our sense of where we are now and where we are headed by dissecting - with exquisite deftness - the barely-concealed misogyny and racism of then, to awaken our senses to now. It's a novel of luminous intelligence and profound depth, written with verve, humour and exceptional elegance. -- Monica AliBold, spare and completely original, one of the most exciting contemporary novels I've read for a very long time. -- Preti TanejaI read Scary Monsters months ago and can't stop thinking about it. This is a bold, unsettling and beautifully written book. -- Emily St. John MandelDe Kretser is a wonderful writer...Though her skewering satire is pointed and painful, her gallows humor keeps the reader smiling. -- Claire Messud * Harper's *Scary Monsters is a marvel. Each of the two very different parts of the novel had me totally riveted, intensely absorbed, wowed by de Kretser's scathing accuracy - whether she's chronicling youth's delights and distortions or a future where prosperity is the new "unethics." It's a wildly remarkable book that unfolds like no other. -- Joan Silber, author of SECRETS OF HAPPINESS and IMPROVEMENT[A]n inventive, satirical and confronting exploration of the migrant experience. * Books + Publishing *Is it possible we already have the year's best novel? I'll be amazed if anything surpasses this compulsive, exquisitely light-footed narrative...glorious. * Daily Mail on THE LIFE TO COME *De Kretser's satirical observations - on the literati, self-congratulation, suburban pretension - are so subtly deboning they remind me of Jane Austen's...The Life to Come deserves all the gongs we can bang for it. * Spectator on THE LIFE TO COME *Exhilaratingly good writing...each page yields sparkling sentences and keen observations. * Literary Review on THE LIFE TO COME *[de Kretser's] writing captures, with unflagging wit, grace and subtlety, the spiritual as well as physical journeys of people on the move - between cultures, mindsets and stages of growth. -- Boyd Tonkin * Financial Times on THE LIFE TO COME *

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Book SynopsisLove, money and children... Life is a risk, however much we try to protect ourselves...Unlike the Frants living their quiet ordered lives in the village of Appleford, Tess and Becky are of the generation that believes it can have everything. Highflyers in the high-octane world of London's high-finance, they move through the opportunists, the short-termists, the sharks, the bullies and the very, very rich to face many choices, not least the one presented by biology: children.As the different generations balance the challenges life throws at them, a tender and unexpected love story emerges alongside a journey to maturity in this bold and beautiful novel.'A modern day Vanity Fair ... brilliantly done' - Mail on SundayTrade ReviewThe pursuit of money, allied to the pursuit of love, is one of fiction's most dynamic themes... an absorbing tale and a salutary one -- Helen DunmoreSuperb writing, pacy, sharp, dramatic, utterly gripping -- Val Hennessy * Woman's Journal *A satisfyingly easy but never facile read * Daily Telegraph *Horribly well done * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisIt all starts with the death of Martijn van Vliet's wife. His grief-stricken young daughter, Lea, cuts herself off from the world, right up until the day that she hears a snatch of Bach being played on a violin by a busker. Transfixed by the sweet melody, she emerges from her mourning, vowing to learn the instrument. Lea's all-consuming passion is matched by talent, and she becomes one of the finest players in the country - but as her fame blossoms, her relationship with her father only withers. Desperate to hold on to Lea, Martijn is driven to commit an act that threatens to destroy both him and his daughter.Trade ReviewA perfect novel that you'll devour in a single night. -- BrigittePascal Mercier now takes his rightful place among our finest European novelists * Sunday Telegraph *Lea has it all... Sanity and madness, love and betrayal, self-preservation and self-destruction * Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung *Perfectly constructed, exciting, entertaining, enigmatic, memorable. * Buchkultur *

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Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR THE DESMOND ELLIOTT PRIZE Do you ever feel like you’re not speaking the same language? Swedish immigrant Kristin won’t talk about her pregnancy. Her Brazilian-born Scottish boyfriend Ciaran won’t speak English at all; he is trying to immerse himself in a språkbad or ‘language bath’, covering their Edinburgh apartment in post-it notes to teach himself Swedish. As this young couple is forced to confront the thing that they are both avoiding, they must reckon with the bigger questions of the world outside, and their places in it.Trade Review‘A novel brimming with ideas and promise.’ -- Lucy Knight * The Sunday Times *‘One of the gentlest and most patient, humane, and quirky things I have read in a long time ... Hugely original.’ -- Niamh Campbell, author of This Happy‘Unique and playful.’ * Foyles *‘I really really loved How We Are Translated ... so brilliant on language, communication, distance, the ways we speak past/around/beyond each other.’ -- Nell Stevens‘How We Are Translated is the most contemporary of novels; set somehow both in the now and in the distant past; in one city that could be many cities, and in two different languages, though also in defiance of language, with as much focus on the silences between words as the words themselves. It’s a novel that maintains just the right balance of oddity, intimacy, and illumination. It’s a novel that anyone interested in the future of the English novel needs to read!’ -- Sara Baume, author of Spill Simmer Falter Wither‘With echoes of Ali Smith and George Saunders, How We Are Translated explores themes of identity and intimacy with admirable sensitivity and wit.’ -- Julianne Pachico, author of The Anthill‘How We Are Translated is a layered work about home, language, barriers, and belonging. Johannesson’s unusual and refreshing prose crackles with truth — burning along beautifully.’ -- Alice Bishop, author of A Constant Hum‘Our bodies and languages are made new to us again through Jessica Gaitán Johannesson’s wild and playful novel. Laying bare the absurdity of the idea of a common tongue, she takes us on an adventure through private and public languages — those which ebb and flow between lovers or arise out of necessity in a workplace obsessed with authenticity. How We Are Translated gets at the heart of how language holds us, tears at us, and can bring us close in spite of, or because of, its inevitable imperfections.’ -- Saskia Vogel, author of Permission‘Jessica Gaitán Johannesson has a very fresh voice that packs everything with so much new meaning that you won’t think about language or communication the same way again … I’ve never read anything quite like How We Are Translated before, but I very much hope that Gaitán Johannesson will follow her debut with more of the same.’ * Shiny New Books *‘An incredibly creative, entertaining, and thought-provoking novel … fizzing with ideas, wry humour, and linguistic contradictions.’ -- Nic Bottomley * Bath Life *‘A novel that you might end up reading in one sitting … this is writing with breathing space, with room for the ever-shifting spectrum of life.’ -- Saskia Hayward and Matthew Leigh * Bath Magazine *‘Eccentric, but likeable ... In Gaitán Johannesson’s novel, Swedish words and phrases appear in one column with their English translation in another ... The innovation is effective. The way a foreign word looks, together with its literal translation, seems to tell us something specific, not only about another culture but about humanity generally.’ -- Miranda France * TLS *‘This is an excellent book for those who love Edinburgh, the oddities of language, and other people’s drama. One of the best books that I have read recently. It is full of moments which would be pivotal in anyone’s life and they are described with the kind of dry self-deprecation I can't help but adore.’ -- Cecilie * The Portobello Bookshop *‘Johannesson's tender and madcap debut explores themes of family, history, and language [with] a spiritedness reminiscent of the work of Elizabeth McKenzie … a delightful romp.’ * Publishers Weekly *‘Concepts of ethnicity, intimacy, and identity are woven into Jessica Gaitán Johannesson’s quirky, contemplative novel … Poignant, perceptive, and clever, How We Are Translated is a novel about the human beings who exist beyond ideals of diversity, and about the emotional implications of language.’ * Foreword, starred review *‘Well-written.’ -- Alastair Mabbott * The Herald *‘How We Are Translated is a gentle and meditative look at relationships—romantic, cultural, familial. Gaitán Johannesson creates a soft world populated by simultaneously mundane and quirky characters. This is a tender story handled with soft, deft hands.’ -- Laura Graveline * Brazos Bookstore *‘Fans of Anne Carson and Maggie Nelson will like How We Are Translated. This is a beautiful book, both inside and out … a meditation on self: how a self is both lost and found in language and translation, and how a self is both lost and found in the body and all the body, especially the female body, can and can’t do.’ -- Samantha * Bear Pond Books *

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Book Synopsis''Romantic, funny, sweet and sexy'' MARIAN KEYES''The funny, clever, deeply romantic, sinfully sexy, devastatingly heartbreaking, perfectly uplifting book of your dreams'' CRESSIDA MCLAUGHLIN''A very swoony, sexy, warm read'' CESCA MAJORIs he too good to be true?Meet Theo. Handsome, sexy, funny. kind. And he can cook.He''s literally the man of Esme''s dreams. But Esme''s sensible enough to know that you can''t just manifest your perfect boyfriend then have him turn up on your doorstep.Or can you?REAL READERS ARE SWOONING OVER THE MAN OF HER DREAMS...''Beautifull written, romantic, sexy, and gives a good ol'' tug on the heart strings'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Sarra Manning is a one-click author for me'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Funny, romantic and spicy in equal measures'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''An auto-buy author for mTrade ReviewThis is already one of my books of the year! . . . A VERY special book - a decades-long 'near miss' love story, it gave me One Day vibes. It's GORGEOUS, real, believable and BEAUTIFUL * Marian Keyes *Reading London, with Love reminded me why Sarra Manning is one of my favourite writers. It's wonderful - romantic, sexy, moving, and impossible to put down. * Louise O'Neill *A wonderful rom-com - such a glorious treat * Harriet Evans *Wonderful. An epic, enduring love story that is so funny, tender and warm. I loved everything about it. -- Cressida McLaughlinImmersive, razor sharp and full of tenderness. Manning explores love in many forms - not least her obvious affection for the city in which this romance unfolds. But it is her witty rendering of life in the 90s that I really fell for! I was transported! * Claire McGlasson *Sarra Manning's stunning, beautifully written book is not just a love letter to London, but a love letter to what really matters in life: each other. Funny, smart and gorgeously romantic, London, With Love is the perfect read to make you smile on the rainiest of days * Katy Birchall *A book to treasure - brilliantly crafted with characters that feel like lifelong friends. Beautiful, romantic, real, poignant, nostalgic and completely compelling. I love this book with all my heart. * Alex Brown *London, With Love is just all kinds of glorious, one minute moving me to tears, the next making me snort with laughter. I'm going to be pressing it into the hands of all my friends and family * Jenny Ashcroft *Sarra Manning is the queen of London-set romance. London, With Love is the sort of book that sweeps you off your feet and wins your heart with laughter, tears and the whole cavalcade of city life. Utterly romantic, totally recognisable and with as much spirit as the city itself, this is an unforgettable love story * Jane Casey *Brimful of longing, tenderness and the pain of missed chances, this book could soften the stoniest heart * Kate Riordan *PRAISE FOR SARRA MANNING * - *Absolutely gorgeous with great characterisation -- Marian KeyesSexy, heartfelt, funny and fresh -- Laura Jane WilliamsUplifting, tender and heartwarming -- Louise O'NeillBeautiful -- Lindsey KelkA pure dose of adorable * Cosmopolitan *Romantic, funny, sweet and sexy * Marian Keyes *The funny, clever, deeply romantic, sinfully sexy, devastatingly heartbreaking, perfectly uplifting book of your dreams. Sarra Manning is the absolute Queen of funny, heartfelt, deeply emotional romances, and The Man of Her Dreams is romcom perfection * Cressida McLaughlin *A very swoony, sexy, warm read * Cesca Major *I absolutely, completely, entirely and wholly adored The Man of Her Dreams. I didn't think Sarra's writing could get any better . . . but she has somehow surpassed herself. It manages to be romantic, relatable and heartfelt, while also being such an compelling, intriguing story - I couldn't put it down. I'll be thinking about this special book for a long time to come, and recommending it to everyone I know. * Lucy Vine *What a wonderful storyteller Sarra Manning is. All her characters feel so real and utterly lovable despite their best efforts. Lovely, lovely book. * Jane Casey *Smart, funny, audacious, and dazzlingly romantic. The Man of Her Dreams is an utterly ingenious romcom with the breathless page-turning quality of a thriller. I could not put it down. Sarra Manning just gets better and better. * Laura Wood *Romantic, smart and moving * Best Magazine *A clever, modern romance that keeps the reader guessing right to the very end * Woman's Weekly *Very funny * Bella Magazine *Saucy, funny and emotional, this is a feel-good romance with fabulous characters and a juicy twist * Daily Record *This is a real emotional rollercoaster, but the warmth, humour and wonderful characters will have you tearing through those pages * Heat Magazine *[A] brilliant romantic comedy * Hello! Magazine *Sweet and satisfying * i Paper *Manning once again delivers a great female lead who is easy to relate to, flawed, and someone who you can't help rooting for * Kay Ribeiro *Sarra Manning writes with brio and Esme's slow self-realisation will bring a tear to your eye * Times *PRAISE FOR THE MAN OF HER DREAMS --

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Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Cathy Kelly, Victoria Hislop and Lucinda Riley, The Godmothers is a heart-warming exploration of family, friendship and female bonds. ___________In order to find out who her father is, Eliza has to discover who her mother truly was . . . As the only daughter of a troubled young mother, Eliza Miller's life was kept on track by the constant support of her godmothers Olivia and Maxie – until a tragic event just before her eighteenth birthday changed everything.Thirteen years later, Eliza is cautious, lonely, and dedicated to her work in Melbourne. Out of the blue, an enticing invitation from Olivia, now based in the UK, prompts a leap into the unknown. Eliza is thrown back into the centre of a complicated family, and the busy hotel they run in Edinburgh's West End.Amidst the chaos, Eliza unexpectedly begins to explore her past. Her godmothers have long been waiting for her to ask about her mother's mysterious life – and the identity of the father she has never known.But even they are taken by surprise with all that she discovers . . .If you loved The Godmothers, don't miss Monica McInerney's The House of Memories, available now in paperback. ___________'Absolutely beautiful . . . Intriguing and uplifting' Marian Keyes 'The perfect read!' Patricia Scanlan'A feel-good read' The Sun'Warm, wise and witty' Woman & Home'You'll be laughing out loud one minute and crying the next' Cosmopolitan'Heart-warming . . . A lovely read' Hello! Magazine'McInerney is a must-read author for women's fiction fans around the world' Huffington Post'The sort of feel-good read you long to get back to' Hilary Boyd, bestselling author of Thursdays In The Park'Exploring universal family issues of loss, rivalry, ageing and grief, this is a warm, witty and moving novel' Woman's Day'McInerney's bewitching multigenerational saga lavishly and lovingly explores the resiliency and fragility of family bonds' Booklist'A world of family, love, warmth and heartbreaking secrets that will sweep you up . . . Superb' Books of all Kinds'You'll be laughing in one breath, crying in the next . . . If you haven't discovered McInerney yet, now is the time to do so' Better ReadingTrade Review'An absolutely beautiful book ... Intriguing and uplifting' -- Marian Keyes'You think she can't get any better, but she does! The perfect read' -- Patricia Scanlan

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Book SynopsisIn 1960, a young woman discovers a freedom she never knew existed in this exhilarating, funny, and emotional novel by the bestselling author of She’s Up to No Good. When Marilyn Kleinman is caught making out with the rabbi’s son in front of the whole congregation, her parents ship her off to her great-aunt Ada for the summer. If anyone can save their daughter’s reputation, it’s Philadelphia’s strict premier matchmaker. Either that or Marilyn can kiss college goodbye. To Marilyn’s surprise, Ada’s not the humorless septuagenarian her mother described. Not with that platinum-blonde hair, Hermès scarf, and Cadillac convertible. She’s sharp, straight-talking, takes her job very seriously, and abides by her own rules…mostly. As the summer unfolds, Ada and Marilyn head for the Jersey shore, where Marilyn helps Ada scope out eligible matches—for anyone but Marilyn, that is. Because if there’s one thing Marilyn’s learned from Ada, it’s that she doesn’t have to settle. With the school year quickly approaching and her father threatening to disinherit her, Marilyn must make her choice for her future: return to the comfortable life she knows or embrace a risky, unknown path on her own.Trade Review“Confino weaves humor into her novel that will delight readers. This is a historical tale that speaks to the choices women were starting to make on the road to greater independence.” —Booklist “This is a funny but realistic look at the more restricted lives of women in the 1960s. It will instantly transport you to Philadelphia and the Jersey Shore, and to a time when a decade of change for women was just beginning.” —Historical Novels Review “Don't Forget to Write is a witty, funny, wry, poignant coming-of-age story with marvelous characters.” —Midwest Book Review “The best type of love story…Don’t Forget to Write is a wise, warmhearted, and witty tale about women determined to write their own stories.” —Jean Meltzer, international bestselling author of The Matzah Ball “From the moment that Marilyn Kleinman lures the rabbi’s son into making out with her during services and they crash through the stained glass in full view of the congregation, we know we’re in for a wild ride that’s going to be nothing but fun. Sara Goodman Confino writes the kinds of books I love: hilarious, thought-provoking, and filled with shenanigans from characters I adore. I loved every minute I was reading this book—and oh my goodness, I was gobsmacked by the surprise twist at the end!” —Maddie Dawson, bestselling author of Matchmaking for Beginners and Snap Out of It “Sara Goodman Confino has quickly become a master of multigenerational women’s fiction. In Don’t Forget to Write, twenty-year-old Marilyn is shipped off to her feisty great-aunt Ada’s after shaming her parents in, of all places, synagogue. During the summer of penance, these strong-willed women form an unlikely bond, rife with matchmaking, Frank Sinatra, and a coveted red lipstick. But it’s the life lessons that will have readers flipping pages—how these remarkable characters define their terms and create their own stories. Hilarious and heartwarming, this one’s an absolute delight!” —Rochelle B. Weinstein, bestselling author of When We Let Go “Wry and disarming, with characters so real they leap off the pages, Don’t Forget to Write is an irresistible tale of summer love, family, and self-discovery. A humorous, joyful, and completely unforgettable book. Ada and Marilyn captured my heart!” —Paulette Kennedy, author of The Witch of Tin Mountain “Grab your mink stole, put on your tightest girdle, dab on red lipstick and get ready to romp through the 1960s with headstrong Marilyn and her sassy aunt Ada. Don’t Forget to Write will whisk you away to a beach vacation you’ll never forget.” —Jennifer Bardsley, author of Sweet Bliss “With her characteristic blend of humor and heart, Sara Goodman Confino has written another immersive, captivating story in her newest novel, Don’t Forget to Write. Confino has also created another unforgettable character in the fierce and fearless Ada, who guides main character Marilyn to live life on her own terms—not what her family, or the world, expects. Don’t Forget to Write is sure to capture readers’ hearts—and sure to be the book everyone is talking about this summer!” —Elissa Grossell Dickey, author of The Speed of Light and Iris in the Dark

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Book SynopsisA portrait of an artist trapped by convention and expectations but longing for the chaos that can set her free. Growing up on a farm in early twentieth-century rural Iceland, Karitas Jónsdóttir, one of six siblings, yearns for a new life. An artist, Karitas has a powerful calling and is determined to never let go of her true being, one unsuited for the conventional. But she is powerless against the fateful turns of real life and all its expectations of women. Pulled back time and again by design and by chance to the Icelandic countryside—as dutiful daughter, loving mother, and fisherman’s wife—she struggles to thrive, to be what she was meant to be. Spanning decades and set against a breathtaking historical canvas, Karitas Untitled, an award-winning classic of Icelandic literature, is a complex and immersive portrait of an artist’s conflict with love, family, nature, and a country unaccustomed to an untraditional woman—but most of all, with herself and the creative instincts she has no choice but to follow.Trade Review“The true heart of the book belongs not to its eponymous heroine but the strong-willed women of Iceland generally. Life here is hard, death swift and ubiquitous. Through every loss and setback, the brutal winters, the months the men spend at sea with the fishing fleet, the women endure…A convincing portrayal of the lives of Icelandic women during an important period in the country’s history.” —Kirkus Reviews “Karitas Untitled is a newly translated Icelandic novel peopled with unique, quirky, and well-defined characters. With the talent of a true artist, the author paints stunning descriptions…this is a rich novel that readers who enjoy international literature will appreciate.” —Historical Novels Review “Karitas Untitled is a sweeping tale as majestic and often as bleak and brutal as the Icelandic landscape and the seas that wash its shores. What really shines through is the faith Karitas and the women around her have in themselves and each other. Baldursdóttir has made a wonderful contribution to bringing Nordic literature to a wider audience.” —Authorlink “Although set in the twentieth century, Karitas’s story speaks to the trials of a modern woman as well—how to balance childcare and art, how to care for a home while your husband is absent, how to love a man who is bad for you but who says all the right things. No matter what time we live in, love and relationships and our calling in life are difficult, and her story reflects that of all women, past and present, Icelandic and beyond. It also reflects the female experience of bonding with other women in times of trouble to make it all work out, even if it means taking the long way around.” —San Francisco Book Review “Kristín Marja’s novel isn’t just a well-written story about the life of a female artist in the last century—it relates to today. Karitas Untitled is the story of a woman trapped in a tangible tug-of-war. And it’s powerfully told.” —Melkorka Óskarsdóttir, Fréttablaðið newspaper, Iceland “Karitas’s story is graced with precisely all the qualities you would expect to find in a great, award-winning book.” —Kristianstadsbladet newspaper, Sweden “A wonderful story that, like any great novel, grabs you for the duration of the story and then follows you long after the book, sadly, is over.” —Kathrine Lilleør, Berlingske newspaper, Denmark “Let it be said at once: Baldursdóttir’s novel about the fate of women at the beginning of the twentieth century is magnificent. One laps up the story as if it were the milk that is fundamental for survival in remote Iceland…Like the fat Icelandic herring that are salted into barrels, so the history of Icelandic women is set in layers—remembered, retold, sketched, and written by a dedicated descendant.” —Tine Maria Winther, Politiken newspaper, Denmark “Kristín Marja Baldursdóttir’s novel Karitas Untitled is not just the poignant story of a young woman but also a portrait of that transitional period in Icelandic history that led to modernization.” —Fríða Björk Ingvarsdóttir, Morgunblaðið newspaper, Iceland “A Brontë-ish saga about one family’s struggle against poverty, nature, and conventions.” —Lilja Sigurðardóttir, author of the award-winning Reykjavik Noir Trilogy

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Book Synopsis'The book we all need - full of escapism, romance, hope and kindness' Milly Johnson'Gloriously romantic' Sun'I couldn't put it down' Jill MansellYour big secret is out. What next?For Lara and her daughter Eliza, it has always been just the two of them. But when Eliza turns eighteen and wants to connect with her father, Lara is forced to admit a secret that she has been keeping from her daughter her whole life.Eliza needs answers - and so does Lara. Their journey to the truth will take them on a road trip across England and eventually to New York, where it all began. Dreams might have been broken and opportunities missed, but there are still surprises in store...Anything Could Happen is a warm, wise, funny and uplifting novel about love, second chances and the unexpected and extraordinary paths life can take us down.'Captivating' Woman & Home'Tender, bittersweet and funny' Veronica Henry'Perfect' Prima'A star-crossed lovers story with so much heart and humour' Fiona Palmer'Full of extraordinary surprises' Woman's Own'A feel-good, uplifting book' Sheila O'Flanagan'Lovely!' Hello!'Romantic, uplifting and a total joy' Heidi Swain'A perfect rainy day read' Bella'Brimming with humour and hope - this book is a joy to escape into' Cathy Bramley'[A] warm hug of a novel' Irish News'A wonderful book about the What Ifs of love and loss' Laura Kemp'A captivating, humorous and warm-hearted story elevated to must-read status' HeatTrade ReviewStar-crossed lovers, long-held secrets and second chances make for a charmingly escapist read . . . Taking in family life, reinvention and the allure of lost love, it's a tonic for trying times * Daily Mail *Funny and heart-warming storytelling. It's a touching, feelgood story to escape into, full of love, hope and joy * Sunday Express *Warm, tender, but also funny, this is brilliant * The Sun *A captivating, humorous and warm-hearted story elevated to must-read status * Heat *This had a perfect ending * Prima *This warm, wise novel is packed full of extraordinary surprises * Woman's Own *Gloriously romantic * The Sun *Anything Could Happen is a wonderful read - the twists and turns of the story meant I couldn't put it down * Jill Mansell *A feel-good, uplifting book * Sheila O'Flanagan *The book we all need - full of escapism and beautiful places, fabulous characters, romance, hope and kindness * Milly Johnson *Lucy brings us another novel full of hope * My Weekly *Tender, bittersweet and funny, Lucy Diamond is brilliant about love in all its guises and the mistakes we make. A truly touching love story for our times * Veronica Henry *A star-crossed lovers story with so much heart and humour. Lucy has a way of dropping you into the heart and minds of her characters. I couldn't put it down * Fiona Palmer *A wonderful book about the What Ifs of love and loss, so real and of course so blooming romantic * Laura Kemp *This was hard to put down * Yours *Romantic, uplifting and a total joy * Heidi Swain *A beautiful story of what might have been and living in the moment * Penny Parkes *Lucy Diamond's captivating story explores missed opportunities and uplifting possibilities through one mother and daughter's life-changing journey * Woman & Home *A warm, wise, funny and uplifting novel about love, second chances and the unexpected and extraordinary paths life can take us down * Mummy Pages *Lovely! * Hello! *A perfect rainy day read * Bella *[A] warm hug of a novel . . . what Diamond does so well in Anything Could Happen is make you really root for the characters - and perhaps even examine your own life choices. [An] engaging and colourful read * Press Association *Expertly written, an entire cast of characters to love, and brimming with humour and hope - this book is a joy to escape into * Cathy Bramley *[A] warm hug of a novel . . . an engaging and colourful read * Irish News *Funny and heartwarming * Daily Record *Told across two timelines, the characters are well drawn in this uplifting story of quirks, fate and second chances * Choice *Rom coms are being reinvented with an uplifting twist in this mother-daughter adventure that's all about taking chances and the connections we make in life . . . warm, wise and funny, this book about second chances is the perfect wholesome read for this spring! * SHEmazing! *A sweet and tender tale about second chances and love * Best *A lovely uplifting love story * Platinum magazine *Funny, heart-warming * Choice *

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Book SynopsisAhhh I absolutely loved this book! Made me laugh, warmed my heart Fabulous.' NetGalley reviewer ?????A bundle of mysterious letters. A trip to Venice. A journey she'll never forget.When Luna loses her beloved mother, she's bereft: her mother was her only family, and without her Luna feels rootless. Then the chance discovery of a collection of letters in her mother's belongings sends her on an unexpected journey.Following a clue in the letters, Luna packs her bags and heads to Venice, to a gorgeous but faded bookshop overlooking the canals, hoping to uncover the truth about her mother's mysterious past.Will Luna find the answers she's looking for and finally find the place she belongs?Praise for The Little Venice Bookshop:Absolutely delightful Captivating from start to finish. The characters were charming and witty.' NetGalley reviewer ?????This book made my heart very happy An absolute warm hug in book form.' NetGalley reviewer ?????What's not to love in a book with cats, books and a Trade Review Praise for The Little Venice Bookshop ‘Oh wow, this book!… A heartwarming and beautiful read… I don't feel like I've read a book – I feel like I've been on a trip to Italy with a new friend!’ Jaimie Admans ‘I always feel like I've been on holiday when I read a Rebecca Raisin book. With a stunning location and a twist I didn't see coming, this is another fantastic read from one of my favourite authors.’ Portia MacIntosh Praise for Rebecca Raisin ‘I enjoyed it so much!… This summer’s go-to for every book-worm.’ Jane Linfoot, author of The Little Cornish Kitchen ‘WONDERFUL! I could not put this book down!… A book to warm your heart and spirit you away to a brighter place. 5 big glittering gold stars! I love it!’ Colleen Coleman, author of Don’t Stop Me Now ‘I absolutely fell in love with this totally heart-warming tale, written by a booklover for booklovers everywhere!… Utterly fabulous – if I could give it more than five stars, I would!’ Jaimie Admans, author of The Beekeeper at Elderflower Grove ‘The perfect romantic comedy for bookworms and library lovers everywhere!’ Annie Lyons, author of Eudora Honeysett Is Quite Well, Thank You ‘I absolutely did not want this book to end… If you love books and libraries and stories about people starting over, you will love Elodie’s Library of Second Chances.’ The French Village Diaries ‘A gorgeous love letter to libraries… There is something so magical about a Rebecca Raisin book; they always have this incredible ability to fill your heart with so much happiness and joy.’ Romance by the Book

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Book SynopsisScandal and intrigue among the rich and famous, Players is the glamorous debut novel from the bestselling author of The Paris Secret, Karen Swan.Harry Hunter is the new golden boy of the literary scene. With his books selling by the millions, the paparazzi on his tail, and a supermodel on each arm, he seems to have the world at his feet. Women all over the globe adore him but few suspect that his angelic looks hide a darker side, a side that conceals a lifetime of lies and deceit. Tor, Cress and Kate have been best friends for as long as they can remember. Through all the challenges of marriage, raising children and maintaining their high-flying careers, they have stuck together as a powerful and loyal force to be reckoned with - living proof that twenty-first-century women can have it all, and do. It is only when the captivating Harry comes into their lives that things begin to get complicated, as Tor, Cress and Kate

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Book SynopsisThat dumbshit map. I''d been seduced by it. Seduced by its possibilities. That map had brought me here ... That map had been a serious mistake''The map in question is of Australia, stumbled across in a second-hand bookshop by American journalist Nick Hawthorne, en route to another dead-end hack job in Akron, Ohio. Seduced by all that wilderness, all that NOTHING, Nick decides to put his midlife crisis on hold and light out to the ultimate nowheresville - where a chance encounter throws him into a sun-baked orgy of surf, sex and swill, and a nightmare from which there is no escape.''Douglas Kennedy might never be allowed into Australia again. This is a crazy, compulsive ultimately serious thriller and a bravura fictional debut from one of our best travel writers'' Philip KerrTrade ReviewPulls off that most difficult feat of being hilariously funny and frightening at the same time * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *Fluent and entertaining ... a highly accomplished debut... there is an art to telling shaggy-dog stories well, with the right balance of lightness and suspense, and Kennedy shows himself a master of it. * SUNDAY TELEGRAPH *His story-telling is so deft, and the build-up so detailed and convincing, that the denouement proves to be heart-thumpingly effective * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *A comic triumph * TIME OUT *

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Book Synopsis''I barked out loud. Not since Freud has sex been more in bed with death. She gets sharper and more mordant with age and about age. This page-turner is like the best wakes, it will make you feel hungry and alive'' The Times''She really is the Nora Ephron of North London'' Clare Chambers, author of Small PleasuresPru is on her own. But then, so are plenty of other people. And while the loneliness can be overwhelming, surely she''ll find a party somewhere?Pru''s husband has walked out, leaving her alone to contemplate her future. She''s missing not so much him, but the life they once had - nestling up like spoons in the cutlery drawer as they sleep. Now there''s just a dip on one side of the bed and no-one to fill it.In a daze, Pru goes off to a friend''s funeral. Usual old hymns, words of praise and a eulogy but...it doesn''t sound like the friend she knew. She''s gone to the wrong service, though it was more excitementTrade ReviewI barked out loud. Not since Freud has sex been more in bed with death. She gets sharper and more mordant with age and about age. Thank goodness. This page-turner is like the best wakes, it will make you feel hungry and alive. * The Times *As ever with Moggach, the joy is in her witty observations of middle-class life and bracingly tart portrayal of family relationships * Daily Mail *A darkly funny novel about betrayal, loneliness and the surprising pleasure of being single again * Good Housekeeping *With dry wit and observation, Moggach tackles the perils of ageing with brutal honesty * Daily Express *Perceptive and devastating * Daily Mirror *A delightful black comedy full of later-life misadventures * Best *She really is the Nora Ephron of North London. Such a deceptively light touch, and so funny about the indignities of getting old and all our little vanities * Clare Chambers *Moggach is always funny, perceptive and very contemporary * Philippa Perry *I love clever books that make me laugh. Deborah Moggach, queen of social comedy, is on top form in The Black Dress. Superb * Cathy Rentzenbrink *Princess of the deliciously dark * Mel Giedroyc *'Moggach tackles the perils of ageing with honesty and wit' * Sunday Express *'Both a delicious piece of mischief and a serious exploration of the 'howling loneliness' of the deserted older woman . . . [Moggach is] the most frank, unpretentious writer, always on the side of fun' * Saga *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of When I Hit You, shortlisted for the 2018 Women's Prize for FictionKarim and Maya:[x] share a home [x] worry about money [x] binge-watch films [x] argue all the time Karim, a young film-maker, carries with him the starry-eyed dreams of the Arab Revolution. Maya carries her own pressing concerns: an errant father, an unstable job, a chain-smoking habit, a sudden pregnancy. When Karim's brother disappears in Tunis, and Karim wants to go after him, Maya must choose between her partner and her home city, her future and her history...In a conversation between forms, fictions and truths, Exquisite Cadavers is a novel about a young couple navigating love in London, and a literary hall of mirrors about an author navigating the inspirations behind her work.___________________'An inventive fusion' Observer'A work of brilliance' Financial Times'Wonderful' LitHubTrade ReviewThank god for writing like this. For books like this. For this level of experimentation, combined with such control, such tenderness and wit. * Max Porter, author of Lanny *Exquisite Cadavers' experiment delivers a book that is slyly funny and profoundly thoughtful. It is common for critics and readers to belittle women by assuming they write out of catharsis rather than to create. Exquisite Cadavers is not just a fierce rebuttal. It's a work of brilliance. * Financial Times *An inventive fusion of fact and fiction. * Observer *Fascinating... The cleverness of Kandasamy's bricolage is that it allows her to explicitly separate fiction and memoir, while ensuring they're intimately intertwined. * Guardian *A smart, complex book. * Guardian *The key question about Exquisite Cadavers, however, is does all of this work? That is the hardest question to answer, because the terms are that it should be an experiment - there has never been a book quite like this. Better to ask, then, whether it surprises, grips, makes the reader take notice - all those things literature is supposed to do - to which the answer is, easily, yes, yes, and yes again. * The Irish Times *It's wonderful, a different view of difference. * LitHub *Kandasamy achieves the unachievable in this genre-defying, brilliant and satisfying double narrative. She subverts the mainstream by inserting her self into the margins of this timely novella. In doing so, she adds depth and intensity to an already gripping story of a mixed-race millennial couple grappling with identity, unexpected parenthood, zero-hour contracts and nearsightedness within academia. There is nothing Kandasamy can't do. * Zeba Talkhani, author of My Past is A Foreign Country *A rich and absorbing text full of allusion... Kandasamy's work becomes more bold and exciting with each new book. * The Skinny *Absorbing and innovative * The Herald *An extraordinary formally-inventive, beautiful at sentence-level novella. * Belfast Telegraph *This is hands-down the most emotionally resonant book I have read this year. In this fragmented literary experiment, Kandasamy flawlessly combines the political and the personal with her searing insight and dazzling literary prowess. * Book Riot *Wildly inventive and inimitable * Mint *A tightly packed experiment in literary fiction, toggling between life and art, the margin and the centre, stories and meta-stories * Open The Magazine *Astute metafictional observations * New Statesman *Defies all expectations of how prose should be laid out on the page. While it is ostensibly about a relationship, it also comments in the margins on Indian politics and the writer's own creative process. * Bernardine Evaristo, TLS *Both an excellent exercise in form and a deeply evocative love story. * Publisher's Weekly *Sharply observed, beautiful, smart writing. This book is an engagement with art and life on their own terms, demanding its readers level up their thinking * Booklist *The two-column format of the book presents questions about how we read, what story is, and what a novel can be. The lives of Maya and Karim, a young, London-based couple, are rendered in prose that is both poetic and ironic, while the voice of the author-character, sitting side-by-side, is at once philosophical and grimly witty. * Novuyo Tshuma, The Millions *

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Book SynopsisHis Texas drawl and handsome face got under Bethany's skin on day one, and the last thing she needs is some cocky young cowboy in her way.As the race to renovate heats up, Wes and Bethany are forced into close quarters, trading barbs and biting banter as they remodel the ugliest house on the block.Trade Review“Books by Tessa Bailey are an insta-buy for me.” — Sally Thorne, USA Today bestselling author of The Hating Game and 99 Percent Mine “If you adore romance and HGTV, this is just the book for you.” — Oprahmag.com "this enemies-to-lovers rom-com is perfect for fans of romance and HGTV." — Popsugar (11 New Romance Books to Fall in Love with This September) "Bailey brings the heat... Though it's full of steamy scenes, the book is more than a romp, as Wes reveals himself to Bethany and vice versa, with emotions that will pull on readers' heartstrings. Excellent as both a stand-alone and part of the series." — Booklist “FIX HER UP ticks all my romance boxes. Not only is it hilarious, it’s sweet, endearing, heartwarming and downright sexy. It’s a recipe for the perfect love story.” — Helena Hunting, New York Times bestselling author of Meet Cute “Funny, and SUPER hot, and also full of sooooo much heart... I AM SO EXCITED there will be more books in the series!” — Rachel Hawkins, New York Times bestselling author “I could not stop smiling. Romantic comedy perfection.” — Lauren Layne, New York Times bestselling author “Fix Her Up was a complete, utter, unrelenting delight.” — Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author “Tessa does it again. I laughed, swooned and had to look over my shoulder to make sure no one was reading the sexy scenes with me. Well-written, with great pacing and lovable characters, I absolutely loved everything about Fix Her Up.” — Mariana Zapata, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author "sweet and super-spicy... Chick-lit lovers will flip for this sexy, heartwarming story." — Publishers Weekly "Quirky secondary characters, inviting small-town setting, and sensual scenes are highlights of this charming and funny novel... Fans of Christina ­Lauren and Helena Hunting should add Bailey to their list of go-to rom-com authors." — Library Journal (starred review) "Bailey creates likable characters and writes snappy dialogue... A romance between charming characters..." — Kirkus Reviews

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Book Synopsis''An utterly gorgeous novel. It will forever hold my heart in its pages'' Pandora Sykes, co-host of The High-Low podcastGrace loves a woman. Annie loves a man. Violet isn''t quite sure. But you''ll love them all...Grace has what one might call a ''full and interesting life'' which is code for not married and has no kids. Her life is the envy of her straight friends, but all this time she has been waiting in secret for love to hit her so hard that she runs out of breath, like the way a wave in a rough sea bowls you over, slams you into the sand, and nearly drowns you.When Grace meets a beautiful woman at a party, she falls suddenly and desperately in love. At the same party, lawyer Annie meets the man of her dreams - the only man she''s ever met whose table manners are up to her mother''s standards. And across the city, Violet, who is afraid of almost everything, is making another discovery of her own: that for the first time in her life she''s falling in love with a woman.A Love Story for Bewildered Girls is a moving and exquisitely funny novel about love, sex and heartbreak.''Exquisitely tender, beautifully written, funny and sad'' Daisy Buchanan, author of How to Be a Grown-up ''Funny, honest, brilliant'' Nina Stibbe, bestselling author of Love, Nina''I absolutely loved this book by Emma Morgan which follows 3 women''s very different love lives... I inhaled it'' Emma Gannon, Sunday Times best-selling author and host of the podcast Ctrl-Alt-Delete''Funny, touching, uplifting, thoroughly modern'' Lauren Bravo, author of What Would the Spice Girls Do?''I was transfixed by this funny and moving story of three women navigating their way through the complexities of love, life and the search for personal fulfilment'' Sarah Haywood, author of The Cactus, a Richard & Judy Book Club Pick ''A charming modern romance'' Glamour ''Beautifully written, Morgan''s novel is a seriously impressive debut'' Stylist''Emma Morgan is an author to look out for'' Julie Cohen, author of ''Louis & Louise''LONGLISTED FOR THE POLARI PRIZE 2020Trade ReviewAn utterly gorgeous novel. It will forever hold my heart in its pages. -- Pandora Sykes, host of The High-Low podcastExquisitely tender, beautifully written, funny and sad. . . a story about women rescuing themselves and each other. It made my heart swell -- Daisy Buchanan, author of 'How To Be A Grown Up'I absolutely loved this book by Emma Morgan which follows 3 women's very different love lives... I inhaled it -- Emma Gannon, host of the podcast Ctrl-Alt-DeleteFunny, honest, brilliant -- Nina Stibbe, bestselling author of 'Love, Nina'Funny, touching, uplifting, thoroughly modern -- Lauren Bravo, author of 'What Would the Spice Girls Do?'A funny exploration of love, friendship and female sexuality, I found this novel difficult to put down -- Clare Fisher, author of 'All The Good Things'A Love Story For Bewildered Girls is a triumph and I don't use that word lightly. When I finished it, I wanted to start it all over again. -- Geraldine Quigley, author of 'Music Love Drugs War'A debut novel about three women exploring the highs and lows of first love. . . It's so good to read a romcom with LGBT+ characters and that focuses on the strength of female friendship as well as romance. * Red *I was transfixed by this funny and moving story of three women navigating their way through the complexities of love, life and the search for personal fulfilment. I was rooting for them from the start, willing each of them on to find their own particular key to happiness, which isn't necessarily where you think it will be. This exquisite depiction of misplaced love, heartbreak and emerging self-knowledge feels utterly true-to-life. -- Sarah Haywood, author of 'The Cactus', a Richard & Judy Book Club PickFunny, sweet, wise, beautifully observed and just so full of heart. I absolutely loved it. Emma Morgan is clearly a very talented writer indeed. -- Christina Patterson, author of 'The Art of Not Falling Apart'A charming modern romance * Glamour *Beautifully written, Morgan's novel is a seriously impressive debut * Stylist *

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Glassblower Trilogy comes an inspiring historical saga of a female photographer who must defy convention to live her dreams in turn-of-the-century Germany. In 1905, on her twenty-sixth birthday, Mimi Reventlow receives a marriage proposal from the vicar of her family’s church. But a future of housework, childcare, and servicing a parish doesn’t appeal to the restless and unconventional Mimi. She has ambitions of her own—to follow in the footsteps of her beloved uncle Josef and become a traveling photographer. Leaving behind all that has been mapped out for her, Mimi dares to pursue her passion and sets out alone to make her own mark. A visit to her ailing uncle in the idyllic mountain town of Laichingen, Germany, pauses Mimi’s journey. Here, among provincialism and rejection, she struggles to find her place within a vibrant but wary community. But Mimi’s resilience is only strengthened by adversity. Her courage is indomitable. Maybe here, among surprising kindred spirits and longing hearts, in a place she never expected, Mimi’s dreams might be coming into focus.

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Book SynopsisBut will she find it where she least expects it?Stella Shakespeare isn't having a good day, or month come to think of it. She's been unceremoniously dumped by her boyfriend, cut off from the bank of dad and at thirty-two years old, she doesn't know what she's doing with her life.What Stella really wants is to find love. She wants all-consuming, can't-think-about-anything-else, can't-even-manage-to-eat kind of love. What she found beside her in bed that morning wasn't love. But when a tall, handsome man in a well-fitting suit walks into a Notting Hill pub, she thinks she's finally found The One.Everything seems to be falling into place now Stella has met the man of her dreams and has an actual job working with a private investigator nicknamed The Affair Hunter'. Although sadly, life is never that straightforward and Stella starts to question whether she's been looking for love in the wrong places all alongEveryone LOVES the hilarious and heart-warming novels by Sophia Money-CouttsEnjoyaTrade ReviewPraise for Did You Miss Me?‘With laugh-out-loud moments, you’ll love this romcom’ Prima ‘A fun and frivolous tale, the perfect escapist read’ The Sun ‘Romcom writer extraordinaire’ OK ‘For fans of Jilly Cooper and Bridget Jones’ My Weekly ‘This warm and witty read is a total giggle-fest’ Sun on Sunday ‘Heartwarming and fun’ Bella ‘The perfect poolside page-turner!’ Woman & Home ‘For fans of Jilly Cooper…warm-hearted, hilarious and romantic’ Best ‘This ticks all the romcom boxes’ Daily Mail ‘It wouldn’t be summer without a new romcom from Sophia Money-Coutts’ Red Praise for Sophia Money-Coutts:‘So funny. And the sex is amazing!’ Jilly Cooper ‘Howlingly funny’ Sunday Times ‘Another wonderful – and wonderfully rude – romcom’ Red ‘Surprisingly saucy and distractingly funny’ Grazia ‘A laugh-a-minute page-turner, perfect for poolside reading’ HELLO! ‘A beach cocktail in book form’ Metro ‘Hilarious and uplifting’ Woman & Home ‘A thoroughly modern love story’ Woman’s Weekly ‘Perfect light summer reading’ Evening Standard ‘Fast and furious, funny and fresh’ Daily Mail ‘This saucy read is great sun-lounger fodder’ Heat ‘Sexy and very funny…perfect for fans of Jilly Cooper’ Closer ‘Cheerful, saucy and fun!’ The Sunday Mirror ‘As fun and fizzy as a chilled glass of prosecco…this is the perfect read for your holiday’ The Daily Express ‘Does it earn its place in your beach bag? Absolutely’ Evening Standard ‘Fizzes with joy’ Metro

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Book SynopsisGripping, spirited and sometimes grisly, Spurling's fresh interpretations of these timeless tales bring both their heroes and their context vividly to life, reanimating Apollo, Herakles, Theseus, Perseus and Agamemnon.Trade Review'Arcadian Nights is a brilliant, riveting book that leaves its competitors behind, blinking into the distance, as surely as Theseus left Ariadne' TLS'This book shines... seamlessly interweaving personal and historical perspectives... Arcadian Nights is good fun' Historical Novels Review'Classicists and non-classicists alike will love Arcadian Nights... a great book' Oxford Today'The Greek myths are dusted off from old college readers like Edith Hamilton's Mythology and given new life in this fantastic collection... Well-written, Arcadian Nights will be difficult to put down' New York Journal of Books'An excellent read that examines the intricacies of storytelling and the complexities of human nature' Helena Gumley-Mason, The Lady'Spurling is a first-rate storyteller and this collection should delight everyone from the scholar of Greek myths to one reading them for the first time' We Love This Book

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Book SynopsisMonstrous Tales is a collection of traditional folktales about bewitching and bloodthirsty creatures.Translated and transcribed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these tales celebrate the diversity of—and surprising resonances among—folklore traditions around the world.Welcome to a world of magical adventure: a mysterious wolf pursues a bridegroom through a dark forest, a princess is trapped in a monster''s body, and a dragon is coming with a storm in its wake.• The tales come alive alongside spellbinding contemporary art by Chinese illustrator Sija Hong.• Each story transports readers to a different enthralling world.• Part of the popular Tales series, featuring Tales of Japan, Celtic Tales, and Tales of IndiaAs readers roam from Japan to Nigeria and Ireland to Guyana, they''ll witness deadly pacts, heroic feats, and otherworldly journeys.Features tales from Australia, China, Estonia, Finland, France, Great Sioux Nation, Guyana, Iceland, India, Inuit Nunangat, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Nigeria, Philippines, Pueblo of Isleta, Scotland, South Africa, Syria, Turkey, and Ukraine.• A special illustrated edition, complete with an embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker• Perfect gift for fairy tale and folklore lovers, fans of monsters and creatures, collectors of illustrated classics, adults and teens alike, and bibliophiles• A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the shelf or on the coffee table• Great for those who enjoyed books like Through the Woods by Emily Carroll; The World of Lore: Monstrous Creatures by Aaron Mahnke; and Giants, Monsters, and Dragons: An Encyclopedia of Folklore, Legend, and Myth by Carol Rose

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Book SynopsisIf you were granted three wishes, what would you wish for?For Marie, that dream becomes a reality when she finds a magicalunicorn deep in the forest. But when Marie decides to tell her father,he tricks her into bestowing the wishes to him then enslavesthe unicorn by demanding never-ending wishes. Unable to say no, the unicorn submits...

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Book SynopsisContains the English translations of Apollodorus' "Library" and Hyginus' "Fabulae" - the two important surviving 'handbooks' of classical mythography. This work discusses the issues of authorship, aim, and influence. It also includes an index of people and geographic locations, and an index of authors and works cited by the mythographers.Trade ReviewTo refer to this volume as just a translation is misleading, because Smith and Trzaskoma have provided much more, most notably the best short introduction to ancient mythography--and these particular authors--available in English. . . . The translations themselves are clear and accurate. [An] admirable volume. Smith and Trzaskoma are to be commended. --Kris Fletcher, Bryn Mawr Classical ReviewEvery student and scholar of Greek mythology and the mythographic tradition will want to own this book, and every library should have it on the shelf. Smith and Trzaskoma have produced an indispensable volume that is easy to use and understand. They have invested a tremendous amount of time and scholarship to make this a valuable resource for traditionalists and non-traditionalists alike. Even the general reader can benefit from their judicious essays, thoughtful translations, and concise textual notes. Teachers of mythology will welcome this handbook for its readability and applicability to general mythology books currently in use. Everything about this work will make it the standard handbook for years to come. --Paul Properzio, The Classical JournalThese two translations are excellent, finding a good balance of accuracy and readability. . . . the Apollodorus, which has a few relatively recent competitors, adopts a style that will be much more welcome to readers than other renderings currently available. The translation of the Fabulae will be especially welcome for teaching, since it is difficult to find this in a readable English version. The General Introduction strikes a balance--both informed and informal--that will appeal to instructors and students. There is certainly nowhere else one can go to find such a succinct yet thorough discussion of these major Greek mythographers. . . the discussion remains readable, focused, and pleasantly informal. The maps and genealogical charts are excellent and useful. . . these charts create something truly useful for student readers. --Daniel W. Berman, Pennsylvania State University

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Book SynopsisWarm, uplifting & importanta very VERY special book' Marian KeyesBeautifully moving and uplifting' Cecelia AhernMeet Tom. Or Dr O'Grady, as he used to be called. When you pass him on the street, most people don't even give him a second glance. You see, Tom isn't living his best life. Burdened by grief, he's only got his loyal dog, Bette Davis, for company and a rucksack containing his whole world.Then there's Ruth and her son, DJ, who no longer have a place to call home.But Ruth believes that you can change the world by helping one person at a time and Tom needs her helpWhy readers and authors love Carmel Harrington:At 72 years old I have lived a life that encompasses most of your stories and you give a lift to my soul that inspires me' Ruth, NorwichConvincing characters, always gripping, endearing, with a cracking pace' IRISH INDEPENDENTBeautifully written, emotionally intelligent & moving in the extreme' DAILY MAILBrave and original' Liz NugentImportant, life-affirming and bursting with Carmel's trademark warmth and hope. It belongs on everyone's shelf, and in everyone's hearts' Hazel GaynorTimely, moving and FULL of heart' Catherine Ryan HowardA remarkable, special, joyous book that captured my heart' Alex BrownFearless, brave and so full of heartCarmel has written her first number one' Claudia CarrollTrade ReviewConvincing characters, always gripping, endearing, with a cracking pace.IRISH INDEPENDENT A popular voice in Irish publishing, often compared to the beloved Maeve Binchy, Harrington focuses her books on relationships, with a strong emotional overlay.LIBRARY JOURNAL REVIEW Carmel Harrington is a natural storyteller … with heart, humour & hope. RTE Beautifully written, emotionally intelligent & moving in the extreme. DAILY MAIL UK Heartwarming humour, with tears, laughter & friendship. Immensely enjoyable.IRISH TIMES Will make you see life in a different way. WOMAN'S WAY Her books are like a hug, they envelop you … clever, finely honed, they make you think & make you grateful. IRELAND AM BOOK CLUB An uplifting, relevant must-read. IMAGE MAGAZINE Heartwarming & emotional. IRISH COUNTRY MAGAZINE A nuanced read, but at its heart, warm. SUNDAY INDEPENDENT Get your tissues ready! BEST MAGAZINE Stunning. IRISH TIMES GLOSS MAGAZINE Touching, heart-aching, yet feel good read, full of love & humour. LOVEREADING.CO.UK Will melt even the coldest of hearts. NOVELICIOUS Quietly brilliant, will make you cry, laugh & cry all over again. FEMALE FIRST MAGAZINE Heartwarming & Heartbreaking. EVENING HERALD The lesson A Thousand Roads Home teaches you, is one that will stay in your heart a very long time. SHEMAZING MAGAZINE One of Ireland’s most talked about female authors. THE IRISH WORLD Carmel’s writing is exquisite and she has a real talent for making you believe that you can be extraordinary too. INDULGE ME MAGAZINE

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Book SynopsisThis wonderful collection of stories from the Philippines highlights Bagobo Myths, Tagalog Folk-Tales and Visayan Folk-Tales, a unique blend of Asian and Pacific origin, Spanish influences from the long period of colonial occupation, and the islands' position as a seafaring trading post between Japan, Indonesia, Korea and China.

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Book SynopsisWritten over three months in 1946, Mercier and Camier was Beckett''s first post-war work, and his first novel in French. He came to regard it as a practice piece, and set it aside to write his trilogy. Mercier et Camier was finally published in 1970, and in Beckett''s English translation four years later. The eponymous heroes tramp around a city, then out of it, then back again. They are aimless, but there is something elusive that they should be doing. They arrange meetings, they drink, they argue, they discuss being shot of each other. They are preoccupied by the weather, by provisions, by a raincoat, by an umbrella, by a bicycle . . .''All of these ingredients in the later work are accompanied here, fleetingly, by those things in Beckett that we know but cannot really name, those things that occupy so much of the trilogy. Intangible things, traps in the mind, that voice we hear, the stop-start understanding, the ongoing bewilderment, the fear.'' Keit

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Book SynopsisA beautiful romance about fate and finding happiness, from the Number One bestsellerWhat if you had a second chance at first love?Susannah and Rob were childhood sweethearts. But as with most early love affairs, they broke up, moved on and now find themselves in very different places. And not entirely happy - who is?A chance meeting between them sends shockwaves through their lives. What happens when your first love makes a surprise reappearance? Is fate telling you it''s time for a second chance . . . or should you simply walk away and let the past become ancient history?But Susannah and Rob just aren''t able to forget the way they were . . . and the world is about to discover the consequences of their reunion.''Impossible to finish without tears streaming down your face'' Daily ExpressTrade ReviewImpossible to finish without tears streaming down your face * Daily Express *An extremely moving look at how it might feel if your life didn't work out the way you expected . . . You'll be gripped * Daily Mail *Praise for Elizabeth Noble * - *Deliciously readable * The Times *I defy you not to cry at least once * Sun *Tissues are essential. You'll ricochet between delicately watering eyes at the romance of it all and howling sobs at the unbearable tenderness * Heat *A great writer. You'll be rooting for Noble's protagonists as soon as you meet them * Daily Mail *Noble is a mistress of the tearjerking message of love * Express *Enchantingly cleverWitty, pacy and immediately engaging * Glamour *Honest and beautifully written * Woman & Home *Witty, affectionate and unashamedly tear-jerking * Red *Irresistible comfort read * Glamour *Incredibly thought-provoking and poignant * Sun *So fluid, the pages turn themselves * Daily Mirror *It would be a hard heart indeed that remained unmoved . . . the tender feelings that Noble engenders in her readers are to be cherished * Daily Express *Tissues are essential. You'll ricochet between delicately watering eyes at the romance of it all and howling sobs at the unbearable tenderness * Heat *

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Book SynopsisJill Mansell''s Sunday Times bestseller HEAD OVER HEELS is not to be missed by readers of Veronica Henry and Marian Keyes. Jill''s novels are loved by reviewers: ''Achingly romantic'' HeatJessie has kept the identity of her son Oliver''s father a secret for years. She''s stunned when she discovers that the man in question, actor Toby Gillespie, has just moved in next door. The truth''s about to come out. One glance at Oliver, and a little mental arithmetic, and Toby has the situation sussed. Meeting the son he never knew he had is the shock of a lifetime. It''s a shock, too, for Toby''s wife, the beautiful Deborah, though she seems to take it in her stride. Would Deborah be so relaxed if she knew just how close Toby wants to get to the mother of his firstborn? As the attraction between them flares up again, Jessie just can''t see her way to a happy ending. But no one is quite what they seem, and there are more surprises to come...Trade Review'A great read' * Woman's Weekly *'Slick, sexy, funny' * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisRide a cock horse to Banbury Cross and listen to the tales of this ancient county. Hear how a King and his knights were turned to stone at the mysterious Rollright Stones; how Dragon Hill got its name; take the Devil''s Highway to the End of the World - if you dare; or spend a night on the weird Ot Moor; listen in on the Boar''s Head Carol; walk the oldest trackway in Europe in the footsteps of a Neolithic pilgrim; pause to try the Blowing Stone; leave a coin for the enigmatic blacksmith to shoe your horse at Wayland''s Smithy; eavesdrop upon the Inklings in the Eagle and Child; and meet that early fabulist, Geoffrey of Monmouth in the city of dreaming spires. This collection will take you on an oral tour across the county - on the way you''ll meet gypsies, highwaymen, cavaliers, a prime minister and a devilish mason.

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Book SynopsisIn this modern classic of global feminist literature, the only novel by one of Romania's most heralded poets, styled as a long letter addressed to the man she is ready to leave, a woman meanders through a cosmic retelling of her life from childhood to adulthood with visionary language and visceral detail. Like a contemporary Scheherazade, she spins captivating tales that create space in the cosmos for the female experience. Through a dreamlike thread of strange images and passing characters from the small incidents of their lives together to the intimate narrative of her relationship to womanhood, her stories invite the reader into a fantastical vision of love, loss, and femininity.Trade Review"What poetry does in FEM is the opposite of over intellectualizing. Cârneci charts how birth, something every mammal undergoes, has transformed and transcended to accompany so much meaning that it can barely be contained by sound or language." —Sarah McEachern, BOMB Magazine “You know the saying in film studies, “Every frame a painting”? In this book, almost every sentence is a poem.” —Travel Through Stories "Like the north ends of two magnets, the two storytellers' refusal to meet tantalizes, inviting the reader into the no-man's land, in which they may question––or even participate in this exchange of identities. Cârneci's own active approach to living in a body, in fact, is exactly what she begs her listener/reader to adopt, and her appeal is so breathtaking, it's a wonder anyone could refuse." —Lindsay Semel, Asymptote“Poet Cârneci’s rich English-language debut records a woman’s dreamlike ecstatic experiences and revelations...Full of strong imagery, this heavily symbolic work is a notable entry in international feminist literature.” –Publishers Weekly "...Cârneci is, in the end, an original writer and a masterful stylist, whose mastery of language comes vividly across through Sean Cotter’s dexterous translation. Her stylistic ingenuity is felicitously rendered by her translator...Her novel transgresses feminist ideology, proposing a vision that implies a change in human perception, a vision attempting to unify the outside and the inside, the object and the subject of all human experience…" –Los Angeles Review of Books, Alta Ifland “This novel is not about plot or character, it is about impressions, images, the beauties of nature, the female body and strange visions.” –The Modern Novel "FEM is a protest novel, a feminist text written with the fervor of a true poet, a book that registers the pain of women in a still male-dominated world. Beyond its feminist radicalism, this novel’s readers will discover an impressive quality of mind and artistic refinement that attract our empathy." –Mircea Cărtărescu "Magda Carneci is a leading international literary figure. So this searchingly philosophical, psychological and yet also brilliantly visceral fiction should come as no surprise. Yet its sustained and virtuoso interrogation of identity, gender and the struggle to become is astonishing. Brilliant, sensual yet also intellectually and politically charged, this is the sort of book that can change lives. –Fiona Sampson "Profound, mysterious, emotional and gripping, FEM is a luminous and inspiring work of literature by one of the world’s most valuable authors." –Deborah Levy, author of The Man Who Saw Everything, Hot Milk, and Swimming Home “An author with a strong personality, whose voice has always been distinct within the ‘80s generation [of Romanian writers].” –Octavian Soviant, Observator Cultural "Magda Carneci is not only a distinguished poet, translator, and art critic but a first-rate novelist, who uses her storytelling gifts in FEM to open new worlds for the silent auditor of her strange visions. The narrator describes herself as “a tamer Scheherazade,” but she is fierce in her quest to charm, instruct, and awaken readers to the particular challenges of a woman picking her way through the maze of modern life. These tales, spun from seemingly inconsequential moments into existential reflections on the nature of everything under the sun, will haunt your days and nights.” –Christopher Merrill, author of Self-Portrait with Dogwood “Hard to sum up in just a few words, FEM is a psychedelic novel about the essences of femininity. A poetic prose that left me with the impression that it would fit wonderfully into a new wave of aesthetic oneiricism. A novel for the cognoscenti, FEM is scandalous and provocative in equal measure.” –Marius Mihet “An initiatory text, a text of depths rather than postmodern surfaces, a total rather than fragmentary text, FEM puts forward a metaphysic of the senses, an intense concrete and sensorial experience, like a springboard to revelation, transforming biological conditioning, intuition, and so-called female sensuality on the road to knowledge, to a ‘different logic,’ an ‘integral logic.” –Adina Dinitoiu “What Magda Carneci undertakes in FEM is not only profound, but also honest: an honesty that is sometimes cruel and bewildering, sometimes constructive and generative, an honesty that only great writers are capable of.” –Stefan Borbely “FEM: a remarkable novel, a read not to be missed.” –Daniel Cristea-Enache

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Book SynopsisThe Forest House tells of an era of upheaval and change. The Roman grip on their empire was slackening; the Druidic Order - far stronger that the tiny Christian sect - was itself in turmoil. Caught in the centre of the conflict is a young British girl of druidic family, chosen to be a priestess, and a roman tribune, ambitious for power but - as the son of a British mother - torn between two cultures. This is a dramatic, illuminating tale of rebellion and religion.

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Book SynopsisA #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller. Every time Gwen closed her eyes, she saw him in her nightmares. Now her eyes are open, and he’s not going away. Gwen Proctor won the battle to save her kids from her ex-husband, serial killer Melvin Royal, and his league of psychotic accomplices. But the war isn’t over. Not since Melvin broke out of prison. Not since she received a chilling text… You’re not safe anywhere now. Her refuge at Stillhouse Lake has become a trap. Gwen leaves her children in the protective custody of a fortified, well-armed neighbor. Now, with the help of Sam Cade, brother of one of Melvin’s victims, Gwen is going hunting. She’s learned how from one of the sickest killers alive. But what she’s up against is beyond anything she feared—a sophisticated and savage mind game calculated to destroy her. As trust beyond her small circle of friends begins to vanish, Gwen has only fury and vengeance to believe in as she closes in on her prey. And sure as the night, one of them will die.

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Book SynopsisRetold in an engaging style, and richly illustrated with unique line drawings, these humorous, clever and enchanting folk tales are sure to be enjoyed and shared time and again.

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Book SynopsisIn this enchanting new book, one of the country’s most celebrated storytellers has gathered together traditional tales that have their roots in the cold and long, dark nights of midwinter.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Debut Romantic Novel of the Year Award 2019When you make eye contact, when you hold someone''s gaze, it's the closest thing to knowing you''re not alone in the world.This year's Eleanor Oliphant' Claire Allan Astonishing' Ruth HoganStrikingly brilliant' Sun An exceptional book' Dundee CourierAfter 32 years of living her life in the dark, Jillian Safinova Nova to everyone, except her mother is learning to see.She can see that the sky is blue. And green. And grey. And a whole spectrum of colours, as changeable as her mood.She can see that clouds are surprisingly solid.And she can that Kate, a woman she's only just met, is going to change her life forever.Everyone is talking about The Rules of Seeing:A tender, tense drama about love and the unexpected places you can find it' Sunday ExpressA quirky love story which promises to make you see the world in a completely new way' Daily MailJoe Heap's fascinating debut makes you think about the things most of us take for granted'GTrade Review‘Truly original…it kept me guessing until the nail-biting end. A stunning and memorable page-turner’ Sarah J. Harris, author of The Colour of Bee Larkham’s Murder ‘Is it a love-story? Is it a thriller? It’s both. With tender love scenes that made me catch my breath and a menacing story thread that had me holding it, I loved it, loved it, loved it’ Irish Times best-seller Fionnuala Kearney ‘Extraordinary – a compelling, enlightening story with dark shadows and hope at its heart. It’s a book that reveals the world in a different light and changes the way you see it. So fresh, so original and so vivid, I loved it!’ Sunday Times bestseller, Miranda Dickinson

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Book Synopsis*The fresh, frank and very funny new novel from Dawn O'Porter CAT LADY is available to buy now*Dawn O'Porter has been thinking a lot about life.Mostly from a cupboard (and she's definitely not hiding from her children).Fearless, funny and unflinchingly real, Life in Pieces is a diary of a time we'll all remember forever laughing through the tears, finding comfort in the chaos and (in Dawn's case, at least) discovering the life-changing properties of a midday margarita.So if you need a shake-up in your life, here's the tonic with a perfect splash of tequilaWhat should you expect? Tears, belly laughs and to come out the other side wanting Dawn O'Porter to be your best friend' Marie ClaireI''ve rattled through it . . . Dawn O''Porter redresses the balance by telling it as it really has been: fighting a losing battle against a tide of mess, noise and need, and holding out for 5pm to crack open the tequila' Mark WatsonTrade Review‘Moving and funny. I absolutely loved it’ Claudia Winkleman ‘An intimate, honest account of the first three months of isolation . . . Her book is a paean to what is truly important’ Telegraph ‘It is very funny but also intimate and honest’ Louis Theroux ‘Poignant and funny’ Red ‘I've rattled through it . . . There's been a lot of well-meaning but mad advice on how to contend with the strangest period of human history any of us has ever lived through. Dawn O'Porter redresses the balance by telling it as it really has been, for many of us: holding out for 5pm to crack open the tequila’ Mark Watson ‘Funny and heart-rending in equal measure’ Sunday Express Praise for Dawn O’Porter: ‘Fierce and funny’ Bryony Gordon, Daily Telegraph ‘Smart and insightful’ Red ‘A total joy . . . Compulsively funny’ Matt Haig ‘Straight-talking . . . tackles a host of topical issues’ Sunday Express ‘Dawn's writing is addictive – fearless, beyond feisty and seriously funny’ Mel Giedroyc ‘Dawn O' Porter has the ability to make everyone want to be her best friend’ OK ‘Funny and very honest’ Davina McCall ‘Entertaining and thought-provoking’ Irish Times

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Book SynopsisBOOK 2 OF THE TOWER - NOW A MAJOR ITV DRAMA'Sensational... A brilliant, high-octane crime novel' Tony ParsonsOctober 1987: the morning after the Great Storm. Fifteen-year-old Tania Mills walks out her front door and disappears. Twenty-seven years later her mother still prays for her return. DS Sarah Collins in the Met's Homicide Command is determined to find out what happened, but is soon pulled into a shocking new case and must once again work with a troubled young police officer from her past, Lizzie Griffiths.PC Lizzie Griffiths, now a trainee detective, is working in the Domestic Violence Unit, known by cops as the 'murder prevention squad'. Called to an incident of domestic violence, she encounters a vicious, volatile man - and a woman too frightened to ask for help. Soon Lizzie finds herself drawn into the centre of the investigation as she fights to protect a mother and daughter in peril.As both cases unfold, Sarah and Lizzie must survive the dangerous territory where love and violence meet.Trade ReviewSensational... A brilliant, high-octane crime novel, ringing with the hard-earned wisdom of a former cop. * Tony Parsons *A terrific thriller, it pulls off that near-impossible trick of being not just psychologically acute and beautifully written but rivetingly plotted too. Packed with convincing detail and a full cast of excellent characters it is edge of the seat stuff: Prime Suspect rebooted. * Christobel Kent *An absorbing debut... The author vividly re-creates the everyday experience of uniformed police... The result is a complex novel that offers rare insights into how the police operate. * Sunday Times on Post Mortem *Intelligent, atmospheric, captivating - this book draws you in and doesn't let you go. A must read. * Rosamund Lupton on Post Mortem *Knowledgeable, thoughtful, sensitive and well written. * Literary Review on Post Mortem *A complex, intelligent, thrilling crime novel by a debut author, from a real serving detective in the Metropolitan Police's murder squad. * Weekend Sport on Post Mortem *

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Book Synopsis''Perfect, feel-good fiction'' Sarah Morgan''Full of Shalvis'' signature verve and wit; it touches on sisterhood and forgiveness while also serving up plenty of romance. The perfect beach read for any romance reader'' BooklistThe heartwarming new novel from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis. The Lemon Sisters is a story of friendship, love and family, where two completely opposite sisters - who are still nursing wounds from the past - realize they need each other more than they think. For fans of Susan Mallery, Kristan Higgins and Robyn Carr.When life gives you lemons...Brooke Lemon has always led the life she wanted, wild adventures - and mistakes - included, a fact that her perfect sister Mindy never understood. So when Mindy shows up on Brooke''s doorstep in the throes of a breakdown with her three little kids in tow, asking to switTrade ReviewIf you're picking up a Jill Shalvis book, you're in for a treat -- Julie CohenMy go-to read for humour and heart -- Susan MalleryWill make you laugh and fall in love -- Rachel Gibson

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Book Synopsis'A perfect feel-good story about family dynamics and sisterly love, with characters you truly care about. Loved it. Highly recommended.' – Jennifer Bohnet 'I really loved this book. It was warm, funny and smart and made me want to get out into the garden. If you love reading and gardening then this is a perfect combination. A gorgeous story with a beautiful setting.' – Kate Forster From the author of the bestselling Mill Grange series a new exciting series perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Jo Thomas and Trisha Ashley! It has always been Maddie Willand's dream to take over her father's plant nursery. But after his sudden death, she is devastated to discover that she might lose The Potting Shed forever. Maddie's bossy older sister, Sabi, is joint owner of the nursery, and she's convinced that the best thing for both of them would be to sell up. Determined to keep the business going, Maddie can't afford any distractions, but staying focused might be harder than she thinks when – after a major garden centre chain puts in an offer – her search for legal advice throws her into the path of attractive lawyer Ed... As frost begins to fall over The Potting Shed, will Maddie find the strength to save her father's legacy and open herself up to new beginnings? Readers love Frost Falls at the Potting Shed! 'What a treat this was!... It's a sentimental and heart warming read exploring loss, family relationships and of course a whole load of festive cheer thrown in for good measure. An absolute delight to read!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Goodness, how much do I adore this book?! Full of romance and friendship, and there is so much warmth threaded through the story... Such a charming and feel-good story of love... A definite must read!' NetGalley Reviewer, 4* Review 'What a great story! Really enjoyed reading this and couldn't put it down... A real cosy Christmas book that kept me guessing until virtually the end as to which way this story would go.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Absolutely loved this book, couldn't put it down no matter how hard I tried.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Adore this story! A true delight! Look forward to reading more of Ms. Kane's books.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4* Review 'Grabbed me from the first chapter. I would have read it in one sitting if I had been able to... Brilliantly done!' NetGalley Reviewer, 4* Review 'Absolutely delightful... Captivating from start to finish... Charming and witty... Highly recommend this fun and quick holiday read!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Had the loveliest time reading Frost Falls at The Potting Shed! It was a wonderful heart-warming read to prepare me for the holidays, with warm characters, festive spirit, and a moving story of family... The perfect read for lovers of cosy women's fiction and romance, and it's sure to be a hit with fans of Kate Forster, Linn B Halton, and Rachel Burton.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4* Review 'Sweet holiday read with moments to pull you in from the start. I felt so cozy reading this book wishing for Christmas!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Adorably, cozy read... A lovely wintery feel... Really looking forward to the second book in this series.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4* Review 'I REALLY enjoyed this story... This book has a lot of heart and shows the kindness that can occur between humans. Would read it again as well as more stories by this author!!!' @tales.of.tammy, 4* Review 'Gave me the warm fuzzies... A sweet read and a few hours of escapism... So lovely.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Sweet, fun story... Great. A fast read for me!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Amazing cast of characters... A brilliant start to a new series.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5* Review 'Loved the story... It was easy to keep turning the pages and root for the underdog.' 27 book street, 5* ReviewTrade ReviewA perfect feel-good story about family dynamics and sisterly love, with characters you truly care about. Loved it. Highly recommended -- Jennifer BohnetI really loved this book. It was warm, funny and smart and made me want to get out into the garden. If you love reading and gardening then this is a perfect combination. A gorgeous story with a beautiful setting -- Kate Forster

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Book SynopsisOne of PopSugar''s Best New Books to Look Forward to in 2023!''A page-turning second-chance romance bursting with crackling banter and delightful characters'' AVA WILDER''Just My Type sparks with enemies-to-lovers wit and dazzles with Los Angeles flair'' EMILY WIBBERLEY & AUSTIN SIEGEMUND-BROKA''With supremely relatable characters, sparkling wit, and a second-chance-rivals-to-lovers romance to die for, Just My Type is an unputdownable showstopper!'' COURTNEY KAE ...........................................Ever since a disastrous high-school break-up, Lana Parker has bounced from one long-term relationship to the next - she even works as a dating and relationship columnist. So, when Lana suddenly finds herself single, she''s ready for a break, personally and professionally. But then her high-school ex, Seth

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Book SynopsisFrom the USA Today bestselling author of When We Believed in Mermaids comes an emotional novel about two women facing the betrayals, heartbreaks, and refuge of true friendship. Phoebe and Suze used to be closer than sisters. Growing up in a quiet and wildly beautiful coastal town in Oregon, they shared everything. Until the secrets they couldn’t share threatened their bond and complicated their lives. Now, decades later, Suze, a famous actress desperate for safe haven following a brutal attack, is back in town. Phoebe, a successful illustrator and fabric designer, has discovered keeping a secret means she can’t let anyone get close, aside from her beloved granddaughter, Jasmine. As Jasmine’s move to London looms, Phoebe doesn’t know how to face the return of her old friend and all that’s still unsaid between them. Can the two women who’ve never confronted their past do it now when the choice is between healing and survival? Heartfelt and layered, The Starfish Sisters is a moving story about the complicated nature of female friendship, the joys and heartbreaks of life, and the resiliency and power that women possess.Trade ReviewPraise for The Starfish Sisters “Barbara O’Neal is at the top of her game. The Starfish Sisters is a gorgeous, heartfelt story about two lifelong friends who, now estranged, must battle their way back to each other after years of betrayals and jealousy and misunderstandings. Suze is a famous, world-traveling movie star who seems to have everything but love—while her former best friend, Phoebe, does art and nurtures the people around her. O’Neal has written a deeply harrowing, suspenseful, and ultimately loving book that explores the nature of women’s friendships and the lengths to which we all will go to protect those we love from danger. I read it far into the night, and, yes, I wept a few tears along the way.” —Maddie Dawson, Washington Post bestselling author of Matchmaking for Beginners Previous Praise “A wonderfully moving tale…This Place of Wonder will sweep you away.” —Colleen Hoover, #1 New York Times bestselling author “Kristin Hannah readers will thoroughly enjoy the family dynamic, especially the mother-daughter relationships.” —Booklist (starred review) on This Place of Wonder “A woman’s strange disappearance brings together four strong women who struggle with their relationships, despite their need for one another. Fans of Sarah Addison Allen will appreciate the emphasis on nature and these women’s unique gifts.” —Library Journal (starred review) on The Lost Girls of Devon “An emotional story about the relationship between two sisters and the difficulty of facing the truth head-on.” —Today on When We Believed in Mermaids “Elegiac but also forward-looking…I loved every moment of it.” —Julie Powell, author of Julie & Julia and Cleaving on This Place of Wonder “Great writing, terrific characters, food elements, romance, a touch of intrigue, and more than a few surprises to keep readers guessing.” —Kirkus Reviews on The Art of Inheriting Secrets

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