Contemporary lifestyle fiction

Book Synopsis''Uplifting, poignant, and very funny'' LUCY DIAMOND''One of the loveliest books I''ve read in a long time'' MILLY JOHNSONSometimes it takes life falling apart...... to piece yourself back together!Single mum Jenny''s life is turned upside-down (quite literally) when her beloved cottage on the Norfolk coast falls off a cliff. And so, with the storm raging on, Jenny and her eighteen-year-old son Charlie are forced to take refuge in her neighbour, Luke''s, cosy campervan.It''s a tight squeeze for the three of them - and Luke''s adorable dachshund, Betty - but somehow they make it work. And when far-too-handsome Luke suggests a spontaneous road trip around England, it ignites a desire for adventure in Jenny she thought long extinguished!And soon she begins to wonder whether losing everything might just have been the best thing that ever happened to her...Praise for F

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Book SynopsisEscape into the Scottish Highlands in this delicious story of friendship, new beginnings and romance. Wildflower Bay is a feel-good story abut village life by Rachael Lucas.This little island has some big secrets . . .Isla has finally got her dream job as head stylist at the most exclusive salon in Edinburgh. But she has been so single-minded in her career that she has forgotten to have a balanced life. This fact completely passes her by – until disaster strikes.Out of options, she heads to the remote Scottish island of Auchenmor to help out her aunt who is in desperate need of an extra pair of scissors at her salon.A native to the island, Finn is thirty-five and reality has just hit him hard. His best friends are about to have a baby and everything is changing. When into his life walks Isla . . .'Such a joy! Spending time within the pages of a Rachael Lucas book is like coming home' – Cathy Bramley,Trade ReviewSuch a joy! Spending time within the pages of a Rachael Lucas book is like coming home -- Cathy Bramley, author of The Plumberry School of Comfort FoodDeliciously sweet, engaging, heartwarming and utterly perfect -- Holly Martin, author of Summer at Rose IslandA warm and entertaining story of village life. I loved it -- Katie Fforde on Coming Up RosesIt's a gorgeous story - funny, touching and hugely warm-hearted. I actually cheered at the end! -- Miranda Dickinson on Coming Up Roses

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Book SynopsisHelen is probably best known for her role as the dippy Catriona in Absolutely Fabulous, in which she appeared alongside Jennifer Saunders in all six series of the show, as well as for creating the 'girl at the bar' in Naked Video.However, to many she is known for her unique brand of wit and observational humour. A comedy writer with an extensive portfolio that includes writing and performing her own material, Helen has starred in a great number of top TV comedy and radio shows.Helen was part of a group of early 1980s comedians, including French and Saunders, the late Rik Mayall, andBen Elton, who made their names at London's famous Comedy Store. She was a guest on ITV's Saturday Night Live with her solo comedy act, as well as performing at the first Just for Laughs comedy festival in Montreal along with Lenny Henry. TV appearances span such shows as The Young Ones, French and Saunders, Happy Families, One Foot inTrade ReviewIn one hilarious bound Helen Lederer has crowned herself Queen of Desperate. Desperately funny, desperately engaging, desperately readable and desperately adorable. * STEPHEN FRY *Helen Lederer is the 3rd funniest woman in the world. Read this! * DAWN FRENCH *Funny, witty, quirky . . . like the woman herself. Treat yourself. * JO BRAND *'A brilliant creation: scene after scene of blissful agony . . . Lederer's dry and merciless observation of women struggling to be fabulous is hugely entertaining. * JOANNA LUMLEY *Helen is a wonderfully funny woman . . . She took her time but it's worth the wait. * BEN ELTON *A wickedly amusing debut novel. * Telegraph *Packed with hilarious scenes that had me laughing out loud, Losing It is an easy to read book that is hard to put down. * Huffington Post *Funny and sharp and horribly true. * The Times *Funny and touching. * Woman and Home Magazine *A wry and witty rallying call for women of a certain age. Comedian Helen Lederer's debut novel is full of witty one-liners. * Daily Express *Losing It is the hilarious debut from Helen Lederer, one of the UK's favourite comediennes. * Magic FM Book Club *

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Book SynopsisA beautiful novel about what happens when the person you love cannot be yours, from the internationally bestselling author of The Valentine's Card and The Woman at Number 24 … Perfect for fans of Rowan Coleman, Jane Green and David Nicholls.  Kate and Becca are cousins and best friends. They have grown up together and shared all the most important milestones in their lives: childhood birthday parties, eighteenth birthdays, and now a wedding day as they each marry their childhood sweethearts, Charlie and Julian.   Kate has always loved Charlie - they were meant to be. Then she discovers that life never turns out quite how you expect it to. And love doesn't always follow the journey it should. But best friends are forever, and true love will find a way, won't it…?  Praise for Juliet Ashton   ‘Gloriously and ir

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Book SynopsisFor fans of E. L. James, Sylvia Day and J. Kenner. Tara Sue Me became a worldwide phenomenon with her enticing and scandalous Submissive series which enthralled millions. Now she presents a scorching tale about a risky passion too hot to ignore.... Julie Masterson craves a taste of danger, but she''s never given in to her curiosity about putting her body in someone else''s power - until a chance meeting with Daniel Covington, the irresistible Senior VP of Weston Bank, draws her into a seductive new world of sexual experience. Daniel is highly respected within his community, but he hasn''t had an exclusive relationship for more than two years. Yet Julie''s eager innocence is making him rethink his feelings about commitment. As their sizzling connection heats up, Daniel is ready to take Julie fully under his command. And Julie will have to decide if she trusts him enough to surrender completely - if she should escape before she gets burned...<Trade ReviewA sexy and inviting kick-off to a new erotic trilogy, The Submissive should not be missed * Romance Reviews Today *A blazing hot BSDM story between a billionaire and someone who's admired him from a far. I really enjoyed this smoking tale and recommend it to erotic romance readers... I learned a lot about BDSM via Abby and Nathaniel's relationship. I started to understand how things worked... I look forward to more books by this Tara Sue Me. The sex between Abby and Nathaniel will have readers burning up and wishing they are having the sex * Night Owl Reviews *Unbelievably fantastic!... Nathaniel is something special, and he has that... something "more" that makes him who he is and makes me love him more than all the others. Beneath all the cold and detached surface there is a sweet and loving man, and I adored how Abby managed to crack his armour a tiny bit at a time... I can't wait to continue this beautiful story * Mind Reader *By the end of the first chapter I was hooked on the story and relationship of Abigail and Nathaniel... The book is told in first person so we only get Abby's perspective of the relationship, but it's one that I found real and compelling... This is one of those books that I will read and re-read * The Book Reading Gals *I HIGHLY recommend The Submissive by Tara Sue Me. It's so worth it. This book crackles with sexual lightning right from the beginning... The Submissive has exceeded all my expectations. It has heart and the characters are majorly flawed in a beautiful way. They aren't perfect, but they may be perfect together. Step into Tara Sue Me's world of dominance and submission. It's erotic, thrilling, and will leave you panting for more * Martini Reviews *The sex scenes are smouldering hot... The Submissive is a must read if you loved Fifty Shades of Grey. The writing is clean and very entertaining. I can't wait to read The Dominant to hear Nathaniel's point of view * The Romance Reviews *Tara Sue Me's The Submissive was a story unlike anything I'd ever read, and it completely captivated me... It's an emotional, compelling story about two people who work to make their relationship exactly what they need it to be, and how they're BOTH stronger for it * Books Make Me Happy *This book is going to make you say "Fifty What of What?"...[Me] is so talented and captivating * Southern Fiction Review *Well written and certainly entertaining * Dear Author *For those Fifty Shades fans pining for a little more spice on their e-reader...the Guardian recommends Tara Sue Me's Submissive Trilogy, starring handsome CEO Nathaniel West, a man on the prowl for a new submissive, and the librarian Abby, who is yearning for something more * Los Angeles Times *Tautly written, with smart, three-dimensional characters and scorching love scenes...a fantastic love story * Christina Lauren, Author of Beautiful Stranger *

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Book SynopsisThe perfect man; the wrong time - what happens next? When Clemency meets Sam on a flight, the connection between them sizzles. By the time the plane lands, Clemency''s fallen for him, hard. And she thinks it''s mutual. But then Sam can''t seem to get away fast enough. Was it all wishful thinking? Yet it seemed so real.Three years later, Clemency is happily single in sun-soaked Cornwall. She''s stunned to encounter Sam again. He''s as kind and attractive as ever - but now he''s with someone. Someone Clemency knows only too well. He''s strictly out of bounds.Roping in her friend Ronan to help hide her true feelings, Clemency finds herself tangled in secrets and crossed wires. What''s really going on with Sam? Why can''t she get over him - and what''s stopping him speaking out? Surely love will find a way . . . As the sunshine warms the sand and the turquoise sea sparkles, one thing is clear: when it''s Trade Review'A heartwarming treat from one of my favourite writers' -- Katie FfordeCurl up with this hilarious tale that's as heartwarming as they come - escapism at its lovely dovey best * Sunday Mirror *'We galloped through this funny, bouncy, romantic and brilliantly written yarn. A feel-good gem' ***** * Heat *'A breezy, feel-good romance' * Best *Praise for Jill Mansell's novels: 'The sweetest love story of the year' * Fabulous *'Jill Mansell is the queen of witty, heart-warming, feel-good love stories' * Red *A glorious, heartwarming romantic read * Woman & Home *Mansell creates wonderful characters and believable storylines that capture both your heart and imagination from the off * Sun *Jill Mansell keeps on getting better every time... smart and grown-up * Good Housekeeping *A warm, witty and romantic read that you won't be able to put down * Daily Mail *'Bursting with humour, brimming with intrigue and full of characters you'll adore' **** * Heat *

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Book SynopsisHelen Walsh''s THE LEMON GROVE is a tense, sensuous story of a marriage ripped apart by desire and obsession, set in the Mallorcan summer holiday resort of Deia. Perfect for readers who loved APPLE TREE YARD, it is soon to be a major film.Each summer, Jenn and her husband Greg return to Deia, on Mallorca''s dramatic west coast. This year the arrival of Emma, Jenn''s stepdaughter, and her new boyfriend Nathan threatens to upset their equilibrium. Beautiful and reckless, Nathan stirs something unexpected in Jenn. As she is increasingly seduced by Nathan''s youth and the promise of passion, the line between desire and obsession begins to blur. What follows is a highly-charged liaison that puts lives and relationships in jeopardy. For Jenn, after this summer, nothing can ever be the same.Trade ReviewThis year's summer must read * LOOK MAGAZINE *A slinky, sultry, seductress of a novel...tense, poignant and honest -- Lori Lansens, author of The GirlsExtraordinarily, electrifyingly good -- Lisa JewellThis honest, engaging and readable novel deftly explores aspects of ageing, authenticity and identity * The Sunday Times *Should be at the top of your summer reading list * Stylist *Sensuous and sexy, with a nail-biting sense of trepidation... Unputdownable * Marie Claire *A gripping, sexy summer read -- Jenny ColganSultry, sexy, intense * Cosmopolitan *'This year's Beautiful Ruins' * Glamour *A steamy study of transgressive passion * Sunday Express *Sultry and shocking * Woman & Home *

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Book SynopsisThe fate of Roman Britain is sealed when Caradoc, King of the Dumnonii tribe in Tintagel, meets Flavius Magnus Maximus, one of the most influential Roman officers in Britannia. Their unlikely friendship leads to an ambitious plan to unite the tribal leaders and, once crowned the first High King of the Britons, Maximus casts his eyes on the throne of the Western Roman Empire.Leading a force of brave warriors to Gaul, Maximus is victorious in battle. But it is not long after his return to Britain that hubris gnaws at him once again. Despite Caradoc''s pleas to exercise caution, Maximus is determined to march on Rome itself. But who will pay the price for his bloodthirsty quest for power?Trade ReviewHume brings the bloody, violent, conniving world vividly to life...will appeal to those who thrill to Game of Thrones and other tales of intersecting, ever-warring, noble lineages * Kirkus Review *Hume deftly navigates the Arthurian legends, populating them with likable and despicable characters, and casting them in a fully realized historical setting * Publishers Weekly *Historical fiction of the most bloodthirsty and roistering kind * Australian Bookseller & Publishers Magazine *Exciting, violent and bloody... Up there with Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell -- www.lovereading.co.ukIt's a slice of history that's totally, utterly believable. Magnificent -- www.booksmonthly.co.uk

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Book SynopsisTHE WOLF OF MIDNIGHT is the thrilling final instalment in M. K. Hume''s Tintagel trilogy, not to be missed by fans of George R R Martin and Bernard Cornwell. This gripping conclusion takes readers on a journey of bravery and brutality within tribal Britain and throughout the Roman Empire: a world of bloody battlefields, evil machinations, honour, ambition and greed.When Flavius Constantine, the High King of Britannia, is killed and his eldest son and heir Constans, is murdered, the path lies clear for Vortigern to seize the throne.Only Queen Severa''s young sons, Ambrosius and Uther, stand in the way of Vortigern''s evil plan. Sensing the boys are in mortal danger, Constantine''s loyal Decurion, Paulus, and Severa''s beloved brother, Pridenow, smuggle the infants into exile.Meanwhile, Queen Severa is forced to endure Vortigern''s relentless brutality in her desperate bid to hold together the fractured throne. But she is no match foTrade ReviewHume brings the bloody, violent, conniving world vividly to life...will appeal to those who thrill to Game of Thrones and other tales of intersecting, ever-warring, noble lineages * Kirkus Review *Hume deftly navigates the Arthurian legends, populating them with likable and despicable characters, and casting them in a fully realized historical setting * Publishers Weekly *Historical fiction of the most bloodthirsty and roistering kind * Australian Bookseller & Publishers Magazine *Exciting, violent and bloody... Up there with Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell * www.lovereading.co.uk *It's a slice of history that's totally, utterly believable. Magnificent * www.booksmonthly.co.uk *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''I''m kicking myself for not reading this book sooner!'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................Chase your dreams. Dance under the stars. Fall in love at the festival of Burning Moon.WARNING: Being jilted at the altar in front of 500 wedding guests can lead to irrational behaviour, such as going on your honeymoon to Thailand alone.On the way to paradise, symptoms may include getting arrested, setting yourself on fire, turning up on a ''Missing Poster'' and going viral.Side-effects may include desert island stranding, star gazing and jungle trekking.Recovery will lead to partying the nigTrade ReviewThe descriptions of Thailand were beautiful ... well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs' * Monash Times *Witty, enjoyable and unique. If you're looking for a fun and romantic read, this is for you! * Harlequin Junkie *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest. Jo has the talent for writing and she beautifully brings to life the story of Lilly and Damien ... a talented new author on the block * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *A woman abandoned at the altar who goes on her honeymoon to Thailand alone - just like we would! Hijinks ensue * Romantic Times *BURNING MOON was easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping pages *I really loved the heroine, Lilly ... I was able to really connect with her ... an absolute win * Sami's Bookish Reality *Heartwarming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *Reminds me of Bridget Jones Diary ... emotional and heartfelt * Four Chicks Flipping Pages *Lilly is a completely lovable character ... you are pulling for her the whole time * Katy Reads *Full of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tear-jerkers, BURNING MOON has it all * Romantic Times *Burning Moon is really about more than just a trip and a chance encounter. It is a tale of self-discovery, understanding, and self-acceptance. There are parts of the book that are poignant and heart wrenching but also parts that are hysterically funny. I . . . found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool!If you are looking for a book with a unique premise, a fun setting, great dialogue, and lovely characters I highly recommend you try Burning Moon * BFF Book Blog *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''I couldn''t stop laughing ... this was outstanding'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................That moment you catch your boyfriend in bed with another woman and then mistakenly get arrested. #awksAnnie doesn''t want to dwell on the fact that she walked in on her bf wearing nipple clamps on the day he was meant to propose to her. She just wants to move on - cue escaping to a tropical paradise.Life is dreamy on the beaches of Mauritius, until the nightmarish appearance of her ex and the ''other woman''. Faced with the enemy, Annie refuses to look like the sad, lonely single she actually is. She needs a decoy - aTrade ReviewTop Pick! Almost a Bride put a smile on my face more than once. The dialogue was witty, the words were well-written and the heroine was one-of-a-kind * Harlequin Junkie *Top Pick! This book is even better than the first * Night Owl Reviews *Praise for Jo Watson's hilarious romantic comediesFull of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tearjerkers * Romantic Times *Witty, enjoyable and unique * Harlequin Junkie *Found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool! * BFF Book Blog *Heart-warming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *Well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs * Monash Times *Easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping pages *Completely lovable * Katy Reads *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000 copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''I seriously could not stop from turning page after page of this book'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................When you go to Greece to meet your family but end up snogging your smokin'' hot tour guide #sorrynotsorryJane is fed up of being the odd one out in her adoptive family. So in a very un-Jane-like move she books a last-minute ticket to find her birth father - and the real Jane. Armed with the knowledge that he was a tour guide called Dimitri, and multiple boxes of condoms from her mother (#cringe), she sets off.It turns out that everyone in Greece is called Dimitri, including her very own Trade ReviewPraise for Jo Watson's hilarious romantic comediesFull of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tearjerkers * Romantic Times *Found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool! * BFF Book Blog *Top Pick! Almost a Bride put a smile on my face more than once. The dialogue was witty, the words were well-written and the heroine was one-of-a-kind * Harlequin Junkie *Heart-warming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *Well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs' * Monash Times *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *Easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping Pages *Completely lovable * Katy Reads *

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Book SynopsisAccidentally On Purpose is the third in New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis''s Heartbreaker Bay series, featuring her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Perfect for fans of Jill Mansell, Debbie Macomber, Nora Roberts and Marie Force. Elle Wheaton''s priorities: friends, career, and kick-ass shoes. Then there''s the muscular wall of stubbornness that''s security expert Archer Hunt - who comes before everything else. No point in telling Mr. Feels-Free Zone that, though. Elle will just see other men until she gets over Archer...which should only take a lifetime...Archer''s wanted the best for Elle ever since he sacrificed his law-enforcement career to save her. Their chemistry could start the next San Francisco earthquake and he craves her 24/7, but Archer doesn''t want to be responsible for the damage. The alternative? Watch her go out with guys who aren''t him... As far as Archer''s concerned, nobody is good enough for ElleTrade 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 SynopsisTHE SIX LOVES OF BILLY BINNS is a deeply moving and honest debut set in London against the backdrop of the changing 20th century. it is reading group fiction perfect for those who loved the quirky pathos of Gail Honeyman''s ELEANOR OLIPHANT IS COMPLETELY FINE and the humour of Rachel Joyce''s THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY''A book I would like to have beside me as I grow old to remind me of what''s important in life and what is not'' Jenny Quintana, author of The Missing Girl I remember my dreams but not where they start. Further back, I recall some of yesterday and the day before that. Then everything goes into a haze. Fragments of memories come looming back like red London buses in a pea-souper.Time plays funny tricks these days. I wait for the next memory. I wait and I wait.At 117 years old, Billy Binns is the oldest man in EurTrade ReviewRichard Lumsden's first novel is full of surprises and sentiment * Sun *A novel with enough warmth for the chilliest of Januarys . . . lovely * Grazia *The Six Loves of Billy Binns is extraordinary. Funny, heartbreaking, wise and so very uplifting, it's a beautiful story of life, love and redemption. Richard Lumsden is a natural, magical storyteller, weaving joy and pain through the life of a protagonist you can't fail to love. It's a book you read with your heart in your mouth and your breath held. It will stay with me for a long time. I loved it! * Miranda Dickinson *Magical -- Sir Tom CourtenayA book I would like to have beside me as I grow old to remind me of what's important in life and what is not -- Jenny Quintana, author of 'The Missing Girl'This uplifting and powerful debut is beautifully written, full of emotion and will tug at your heartstrings * Sarah J Harris, author of 'The Colour of Bee Larkham's Murder' *Moving * Bella *A big, assured, accomplished work * Sunday Independent *Lumsden's powers of invention and his sympathy for the human condition mean the novel never runs out of steam . . . quietly riveting * Irish Examiner *An emotional journey * Daily Express *Embraces the epic sweep of a century * RTE Guide *

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Book SynopsisAn unforgettable new love story from bestselling author Kelly Rimmer.Trade ReviewA heartbreaking book about an impossible decision. A novel about the deepest love possible -- Luanne RiceA heartrending tale . . . captures the unbreakable bond of two sisters * Publishers Weekly *One of the best books for discussion that I've read in years -- Diane ChamberlainRipped from the headlines and from the heart, Before I Let You Go is an unforgettable novel that will amaze and startle you with its impact and heart -- Patti Callahan HenryHeartbreaking and life-affirming. Before I Let You Go captures the bittersweet nature of existence and turns it into something truly beautiful -- Tilly TennantHeartbreaking, soul-searching but ultimately uplifting, this thought-provoking book challenges the judgements society makes and weaves a heartwarming story around the bonds we forge as sister, mother and partner -- Zara StoneleyA deeply emotional and thought-provoking read. It was impossible to not be moved by this beautifully written book -- Vanessa CarnevaleAnother incredible, gripping read from an exceptionally talented author. This book takes you through a myriad of emotions, whilst opening your eyes to some very important issues for women. I read this in one sitting, because I had to. So will you. A magnificent read I can't praise or recommend highly enough -- Heather HillBeing a mother means you are open to criticism from every angle, but if you are a pregnant addict, what then? Children are protected in society, but what about those who gave them life? Kelly Rimmer writes from the heart and soul. Be prepared to lose and gain a little of each as you read her stories -- Rachel Dove

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''Jo Watson''s writing puts you in a better mood. Brilliant'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................Some opposites attract; some rip each other''s clothes off. Stormy-Rain and Marcus could not be more different: she''s a free-spirited, rainbow-haired hippie; he wears a suit and over-shines his already too-shiny shoes. She believes in auras; he''s governed by logic and doesn''t believe in Fate. But Fate believes in them... So what happens when their worlds collide - and they are forced to embark on an epic road trip to catch a plane to a wedding on the other side of the world?Trade ReviewPraise for Jo Watson's hilarious romantic comediesFull of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tearjerkers * Romantic Times *Found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool! * BFF Book Blog *Top Pick! Almost a Bride put a smile on my face more than once. The dialogue was witty, the words were well-written and the heroine was one-of-a-kind * Harlequin Junkie *Heart-warming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *Well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs' * Monash Times *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *Easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping Pages *Completely lovable * Katy Reads *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the hit rom-com The Prenup, Love on Lexington Avenue is the second in a sizzling new series following the unlikely friendship of three Upper East Side women as they struggle to achieve their dreams and find true love and happiness in the city that never sleeps. They vowed to steer clear of Manhattan''s heartbreakers - but when it comes to love, some risks are worth taking...There''s never a bad time to fall in love in the city, right? Wrong. According to the recently-widowed Claire Hayes, it''s very, very wrong. After finding out her late husband was a liar and a cheat, Claire''s focus is solely on redesigning her Upper East Side brownstone, ridding it of anything that reminds her of her philandering husband. But when she meets gruff and often-cantankerous contractor Scott Turner and realizes not all men are scumbags, Claire must decide if she''s ready to risk her heart again. Scott n

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''If you want a book to make you feel better, to make you laugh and smile, go read this'' NetGalley reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!''Funny, relatable and a good read'' 5* reader review''Like a hug in the shape of a book'' 5* reader review''Definitely one everyone should read'' 5* reader review''Loved this book! Entertaining and well written, I couldn''t put it down'' 5* reader review.................................................................................There''s a fine line between love and hate...Poppy Peterson is about to be evicted if she doesn''t pay her rent. She used to be an actress on a telenovela until her character, RamonTrade ReviewI love a good original love story and Jo Watson managed to surprise me over and over again. Her snappy writing style is refreshing, her main characters are endearing and dazzling and her book sparkles from beginning to end * With Love For Books *The perfect choice for fans of romantic comedies * Gina's Bookshelf *It was amazing, it was hilarious' * Rachel's Random Reads *A brilliant read from beginning to end' * Hopeless Romantics *

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Book SynopsisShe''s starting over. And the real her is letting loose.From the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!If you love by Mhairi McFarlane, Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson - readers are raving about her glorious rom-coms!Readers are already WOWED by Just The Way I Am!''Without a doubt Jo Watson''s best book so far, and I''ve almost read all of them''''I have read ALL of Jo Watson''s previous books and this is quite possibly my new favourite''''An intricate and delicate romance with themes of loss, love, self discovery and a little bit of fate thrown in too!''''A laugh-a-minute journey of self-discovery that was far too easy to read in one sitting''''I loved, loved, loved this story!! I feel as though there aren''t enouTrade ReviewI love a good original love story and Jo Watson managed to surprise me over and over again. Her snappy writing style is refreshing, her main characters are endearing and dazzling and her book sparkles from beginning to end * With Love For Books *The perfect choice for fans of romantic comedies * Gina's Bookshelf *It was amazing, it was hilarious' * Rachel's Random Reads *A brilliant read from beginning to end' * Hopeless Romantics *

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Book Synopsis''Perfect, feel-good fiction'' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you''ll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance!Jill''s books are guaranteed to make you smile:''Perfectly perfect in every way'' 5* reader review''You can''t go wrong with a Jill Shalvis book'' 5* reader review''A heartwarming read with all the feels'' 5* reader review''Another winner... I cannot wait for more'' 5* reader review''A riveting and comforting romance'' 5* reader reviewThere''s a thin line between love and hate. After making one bad decision too many, Brynn Turner heads home to Wildstone, hoping to make a fresh start and protect her heart from future mistakes. Having battled serious heaTrade ReviewIf you're picking up a Jill Shalvis book, you're in for a treatMy go-to read for humour and heartWill make you laugh and fall in love

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Book Synopsis''Perfect, feel-good fiction'' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you''ll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance!Jill''s books are guaranteed to make you smile:''You can''t go wrong with a Jill Shalvis book'' 5* reader review''A heartwarming read with all the feels'' 5* reader review''Another winner... I cannot wait for more'' 5* reader review''A riveting and comforting romance'' 5* reader reviewNew York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis does it once again with a heartfelt story of family, forgiveness, and secrets that have the power to change the course of more than one life.When Maze returns to Wildstone for the wedding of her estranged bff and the sister of her heart, it''s also a reunion of a once ragtag teTrade ReviewIf you're picking up a Jill Shalvis book, you're in for a treatMy go-to read for humour and heartWill make you laugh and fall in love

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Book SynopsisTheir kisses write headlines and their fights break the internet. Nobody needs to know it''s not real.''Absolutely the last word on the fake dating trope'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''The celebrity fake dating book I was waiting for'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''I felt breathless'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''I absolutely loved this story from cover to cover'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Come for the kissing and the razor-sharp commentary on privilege and fame... stay for the great fake movies and grumpy old cat'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''It''s impossible not to be drawn into the whirlwind of emotions'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review---Everybody''s talking about Whitman ''Win'' Tagore and Leo Milanowski. Their on-offTrade ReviewA pure delight! Effortlessly cool, razor sharp, and crazy fun - I couldn't put it down. It is Notting Hill for 2021, an absolute crowd pleaser -- Taylor Jenkins ReidEscapist, suspenseful, razor sharp and very unusual. I loved the chemistry between the two protagonists and flew through the book because I was dying to know what happens -- Frances ChaAn absolutely stellar debut with tension that crackles and prose that sings, The View Was Exhausting is the complex, Hollywood love story we've all been waiting for. Clements and Datta have crafted a book that's as heartfelt and earnest as it is sharp and surprising - I couldn't get enough -- Emily HenryDeft, funny and tender, The View Was Exhausting is as smart as it is swoon-worthy - this is exactly the book you should be reading right now -- Julia ArmfieldA glittering, swoon-worthy love story that's also about the intersections of power, representation, fame and privilege. It's funny and warm and gorgeously written and I'm calling it now as the beach read of the summer or, if we're all stuck inside, the escapist read of the summer, because reading this I was totally swept away -- Jane HealeyA book to read in the sun with a glass of wine and nothing else to do all day. Fun, sexy and totally gripping -- Laura KayA sexy, scorching treat - fresh and ultra modern, I devoured it -- Victoria GoslingI read it all in one morning and couldn't put it down once . . . The View Was Exhausting is enormously sophisticated, tension held like a net, as it slowly holds the reader closer and closer to a fire, and I laughed many times. It's an absolute tour de force, and Win is now one of my new favorite protagonists ever -- Tamsyn MuirSweeps you up into the tilt-a-whirl of Hollywood relationships, and what happens when the line between fake and real begins to blur. This richly drawn romance is, crucially, also a journey through the unjust rules forced upon women - especially women of color - who dare to play the fame game. It's timely, touching, and a tantalizing love story -- Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan (aka The Fug Girls)

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Book SynopsisIf you love Jasmine Guillory, Lauren Layne and Helen Hoang, you''ll devour Jayci Lee''s delicious romantic comedies!Readers are loving Booked on a Feeling!''Absolutely loved this one! Very relatable and a perfect beach read''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Set against the backdrop of a small town bookshop . . . this book hits my heart in lots of ways . . . a lovely read that I flew through it in one afternoon''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review................................................Lizzy Chung has her life mapped out: * Become a lawyer. Check. * Join a prestigious law firm. Check. * Make partner. In progress. If all goes to plan, she''ll be checking off that last box in a couple of years, making her parents proud, and living a successful, fulfilled life in L.A. One thing that

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Book Synopsis''Impossible to read without smiling - escapist romantic comedy at its finest'' Lauren Layne''Once you start reading, you won''t be able to put it down'' Lyssa Kay AdamsWhat happens when your love life becomes the talk of the town?As birthdays go, this year Everly Dean has hit rock bottom. If catching her boyfriend cheating with his assistant wasn''t enough, Everly''s rant about Simon the Snake, a.k.a. Cheating Ex, accidentally being broadcast live on the radio really sealed the deal... When public humiliation turns her into a viral sensation with a string of potential dates, and suddenly there''s some serious chemistry with her cute but until now distant boss Chris, Everly - the woman who could win a gold medal in people-avoidance - is going to have to dig deep. They say fake it till you make it, and Everly''s making a list: The Ten Rules for Faking It. Because sometimes makinTrade ReviewImpossible to read without smiling - escapist romantic comedy at its heartwarming best -- Lauren LayneI adored this book! Sophie Sullivan has written a fast-paced, sweet romance full of heart and truth. Once you start reading, you won't be able to put it down -- Lyssa Kay AdamsA funny, sweet rom com from a fresh, sparkling new voice. Everly's social anxiety was instantly relatable, and I was rooting for her every inch of the way to her happily-ever-after -- Andie J. ChristopherI loved this sweet, funny story! Fun, refreshing premise that had me wanting to make a few lists of my own and an ending that had me choking up and happy clapping -- Kira Archer

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Book Synopsis''Everything you love about romantic comedy - hilarious, sharply observed, smart, and sexy as hell. I adored this book!'' RACHEL HAWKINS''Smart, sexy, and feminist, I Love You, I Hate You is a delightful love letter to internet friends and Nora Ephron. Elizabeth Davis just became an auto-buy author for me'' ANNETTE CHRISTIE''Complete You''ve Got Mail magic! Davis''s humor made this steamy, feisty rom-com a delight to read . . . a must read for fans of Nora Ephron rom-coms!'' DENISE WILLIAMSAll''s fair in love and law . . . You''ve Got Mail meets Dating You/Hating You by Christina Lauren and The Hating Game by Sally Thorne in this sizzling rom-com - readers love it! ''A five-star read . . . the best read of the year, if you like your rom coms witty and sweet then you need this story in your life'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ read

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Book SynopsisFOUR WOMEN. ONE WEEKEND. A JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME. Zoe has always known that her grandmother's wedding ring would be hers one day. She just never expected that day would come so soon. She may not be ready, but Zoe knows the importance of goodbye - and how much it hurts when left unsaid. With her grandmother's belongings up for auction in just a few days, and her shifty uncle insisting on taking charge, she knows she has to return to Italy herself. Even if that means deceiving her mum, Ange, who will do anything to avoid conflict. But when a face from the past reappears unexpectedly, Ange and Zoe - along with Harriet, Zoe's best friend who simply won't be left behind - find themselves on a trip journeying through the rolling Italian hills where they will discover more about each other (and themselves) than they could ever have imagined . . . Explore the sun-drenched Italian countryside in this hilarious and heart-warming nov

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Book SynopsisIf you love Ali Hazelwood, Sally Thorne and Helen Hoang, you''ll LOVE Lyssa Kay Adams!''The most inventive, refreshing concept in rom-coms!'' Entertainment Weekly The Bromance Book Club was one of Bustle''s ''21 Rom-Coms To Give You Warm And Fuzzy Feelings All Season Long''!Raves for The Bromance Book Club:''A you''re-gonna-burn-dinner book because you will not want to put it down. Laugh out loud with tons of heart, this is an absolutely adorable must read'' AVERY FLYNN''A delight! . . . I raced to finish this book, but still never wanted it to end!'' ALEXA MARTIN''A delightful, fast-paced read with the perfect mix of laugh-out-loud and swoony moments - every town should have a Bromance Book Club'' EVIE DUNMORE''It is the reading aloud in this story that ultimately wins my heart, and shows that everything worth knowing can be learned from romance'' KC

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Book SynopsisTHEY SAY IT''S A THIN LINE BETWEEN LOVE AND . . . HATE AT FIRST SIGHT.Kate hates feeling out of control. Her incessant need to overprepare has always served her well. Yet nothing could have prepared her for today. Not only is she being evicted from her flat . . . by her best friend, but now her boss has announced cost-cutting measures that will put her job in jeopardy. She may not love the company she works for, but she''s worked too hard for too long to just give up. So she''s ready to prove herself.The catch? If she wants to save her job, she''ll have to work with creative, happy-go-luckyHarry. The one man she''s spent the last five years trying to forget.But what happens when that line you''ve drawn starts to blur?This witty, dizzying, snort-with-laughter enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy is an instantly unputdownable and unmissable treat that will have you falling head over heels in lo

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Book SynopsisIf you love Holly Martin, Sarah Morgan and Jill Shalvis, you''ll love Jaci Burton!''Always sexy, romantic and charming'' JILL SHALVIS''The characters leap off the page and the romance sparkles'' Romantic TimesA millionaire and a woman who thinks he''s a house flipper are stuck living together with a menagerie of rescue dogs, in this heartfelt romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton.After her ex took all their money and bailed, Hazel Bristow is left broke and homeless. A friend whose home is on the market lets Hazel and her foster dogs stay there until it sells. It''s the perfect setup, until her friend forgets to tell Hazel she''s sold the house! Linc Kennedy is shocked to find Hazel squatting in the house he just bought, but after some negotiating, he agrees she can stay while he''s renovating the place. Linc tells Hazel he''s an investor who renovates homes for fun-but having been burned in t

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Book SynopsisA compelling and emotional novel, for fans of Jojo Moyes and Jenny Colgan.''With a style similar to David Nicholls, Gayle''s writing is incisive, lyrical and very beautiful...It''s impossible not to fall in love with the Hope family'' Irish IndependentTom Hope is broken. Ever since his wife Laura died he hasn''t been the same man, and definitely not the same father. Luckily for Tom his mother-in-law Linda is around to pick up the pieces and look after his two struggling daughters, Evie and Lola. But Tom getting arrested on the first anniversary of his wife''s death is the last straw for Linda.In a last bid attempt to make Tom reconnect with his daughters she takes drastic action and leaves for Australia. With two fast-maturing daughters Tom has to learn how to accept his responsibilities and navigate the newly discovered world of single fatherhood - starting immediately. With only himself to rely on, will Tom fall bTrade ReviewI didn't move a muscle for a whole afternoon in my eagerness to finish this book. Gayle writes with such warmth and wisdom about the human condition, at the same time creating a page-turner in this charming family tale which centres so movingly around unbearable loss. His easy, confident writing style draws you in to become another member of the Hope family and share with them the - often humorous - ups and downs of learning to live again after bereavement. Neither Tom nor Linda - the main characters - are perfect, but both are endearingly real. I highly recommend this novel - I know it will stay with me for a long time. -- Hilary Boyd, author of Thursdays in the ParkI didn't move a muscle for a whole afternoon in my eagerness to finish this book. Gayle writes with such warmth and wisdom about the human condition, at the same time creating a page-turner in this charming family tale which centres so movingly around unbearable loss. His easy, confident writing style draws you in to become another member of the Hope family and share with them the - often humorous - ups and downs of learning to live again after bereavement. Neither Tom nor Linda - the main characters - are perfect, but both are endearingly real. I highly recommend this novel - I know it will stay with me for a long time. -- Hilary Boyd, author of Thursdays in the ParkThe Hope Family Calendar is the most heart-wrenching novel I've read this year...With a style similar to David Nicholls, Gayle's writing is incisive, lyrical and very beautiful...It's impossible not to fall in love with the Hope family. * Irish Independent *The Hope Family Calendar is the most heart-wrenching novel I've read this year...With a style similar to David Nicholls, Gayle's writing is incisive, lyrical and very beautiful...It's impossible not to fall in love with the Hope family. * Irish Independent *An emotional and surprisingly funny story you'll want to read in one sitting. * Fabulous *An emotional and surprisingly funny story you'll want to read in one sitting. * Fabulous *A delightfully easy and poignant read. * Closer *A delightfully easy and poignant read. * Closer *Praise for Mike Gayle * : *Wise, witty and wonderful . . . a triumph! -- Jenny Colgan on TURNING FORTYPraise for Mike Gayle * : *Wise, witty and wonderful . . . a triumph! -- Jenny Colgan on TURNING FORTYUnique, funny and full of drama . . . Genius! -- Closer on THE STAG AND HEN WEEKENDNot just readable, fresh and witty, but sophisticated in execution . . . funny but also poignant. * Independent on Sunday on TURNING THIRTY *Not just readable, fresh and witty, but sophisticated in execution . . . funny but also poignant. * Independent on Sunday on TURNING THIRTY *A funny and frank account of a hopeless romantic. * The Times on MY LEGENDARY GIRLFRIEND *A funny and frank account of a hopeless romantic. * The Times on MY LEGENDARY GIRLFRIEND *Mike Gayle has carved a whole new niche out of the male confessional novel. * Evening Standard on WISH YOU WERE HERE *Unique, funny and full of drama . . . Genius! -- Closer on THE STAG AND HEN WEEKENDMike Gayle has carved a whole new niche out of the male confessional novel. * Evening Standard on WISH YOU WERE HERE *Wise, witty and with endearing characters, this is a feel-good-read with lots of laughs. * Woman on WISH YOU WERE HERE *Wise, witty and with endearing characters, this is a feel-good-read with lots of laughs. * Woman on WISH YOU WERE HERE *

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Book Synopsis''A heart-clangingly powerful stunner of a novel'' - Isabelle Broom. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Lucy Dillon and Amanda Prowse. Can you ever outrun the past?It''s Zoe''s wedding day. She''s about to marry Jamie, the love of her life. Then a phone call comes out of the blue, with the news that her mum Gina has been arrested. Zoe must make an impossible decision: should she leave her own wedding to help?Zoe hasn''t seen Gina for years, blaming her for the secret that she''s been running from ever since she was sixteen. Now, Gina is back in her life, but she''s very different to the mum Zoe remembers. Slowly but surely, Gina is losing her memory.As she struggles to cope with Gina''s illness, can Zoe face up to the terrible events of years ago and find her way back to the people she loves?A Life Without You is a stirring and poignant novel about the power of the past - and the possibilities of the future. Trade ReviewA Life Without You is a tender, poignant story of love, loss and long-buried secrets. Katie Marsh's gorgeously heartbreaking, life-affirming tale grabs your heart and won't let go. A truly special book - I adored every twist and turn. -- Miranda DickinsonEmotional and brilliantly written * Fabulous *Another heart-clangingly powerful stunner of a novel from the effortlessly wise, warm and brilliant Katie Marsh. If you're looking for a novel to inspire you, a story to move you and a book to make your heart sing, you've just found it. A Life Without You is a triumph! -- Isabelle BroomA great read - heartwarming and funny in places and poignantly sad in others. A reminder to us all not to take our families or our memories for granted. -- The Unmumsy MumTouching, emotionally charged... A wonderful tale about love and motherhood -- Amanda JenningsA tender, beautiful, heart-tugging book. Totally gorgeous -- Iona Grey, Winner of the Romantic Novel of the Year Award 2016A poignant, heartfelt and refreshing tale about family, secrets, love and forgiveness. A stunner of a novel. Read it! * Heat *A tender, poignant portrayal of a mother/daughter relationship -- Sarah Vaughan, author of The Art of Baking Blind'Impeccably written... a stunning and compassionate story of family, forgiveness and unconditional love. Katie Marsh has such emotive writing, evoking both laughter and tears, ensuring that A Life Without You is a book that will remain forever in my heart. No words will ever do this book justice - you simply must read it for yourself.' -- The Book MagnetPraise for My Everything * : *Absolutely LOVED it! Such a beautiful book . . . Heartwarming and funny in places, and very honest. -- Carrie Hope FletcherIt was hard to put down, the characters are beautifully observed and continue to surprise one, all the way through to the story's unexpected end. -- Jenny AgutterDevastatingly good - wonderfully warm, heartbreakingly real and completely uplifting. I was completely blown away by the story and Katie's beautiful prose drew me right to the heart of Hannah and Tom's world. I will be recommending this book to everyone! -- Miranda DickinsonA moving and thoughtful story about love and second chances * Sunday Mirror *The vivid storytelling doesn't shy away from the emotional realities of Tom & Hannah's situation, which makes for a compelling and disarmingly moving story full of heartbreak and hope... a bittersweet story about love, learning and letting go. This deeply poignant and beautifully written debut is both devastatingly sad and blissfully romantic * Heat *A story that will evoke every emotion that lurks within your heart and pull each string firmly. Devastating is the perfect word, yet it is also beautiful and passionate and exquisitely written. -- Random Things Through My LetterboxThis thought-provoking debut novel is both brilliantly funny and sad * Sun *A moving and realistic portrait of life-changing illness...this skilful debut novel offers an inspiring journey through love, loss and second chances * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisDream date . . . or an absolute nightmare?Lisa’s dated a series of disastrous men; Simon’s loved and lost the girl of his dreams. She’s hoping fate might intervene in her love life; he’d prefer that it stopped meddling with his.Today, they’re meeting, courtesy of the local paper’s “Blind Date” feature—but while Lisa’s looking for that elusive “spark”, Simon’s sure lightning doesn’t strike twice. Will theirs be a love that’s written in the stars, or merely another mismatch written up in the Gazette?From the bestselling author of At the Wedding comes a story of two perfect strangers who might just be perfect for each other.

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown comes a funny heartache of a novel about overcoming the past, confronting the future, and defying all expectations. Everyone is talking about Jennie Sue Baker and the mess she made of her life in New York. The former high school queen bee—and wealthy darling of Bloom, Texas—has returned home after all these years, riding on a common bus and bearing two bounced alimony checks. In a town that thrives on gossip, Jennie’s fall from grace has shamed her mother, set the town buzzing, and caused old, jealous enemies to whisper in delight. They say she’s taken a job as a housekeeper, gotten a garage apartment, and might be crushing on Rick Lawson, a simple farmer with modest dreams. As romance starts to bud, Jennie relishes what it means to follow her heart, find real new friends, and finally be herself—regardless of all the lying town chatter. But fate has another twist in store. Rumor has it that Jennie now stands to lose what matters most…unless she can convince Rick of one true thing—and that’s love.

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Book Synopsis“Somewhere between Tom Perrotta and Erica Jong lies The Swing of Things, a charming, sexy, and surprisingly tender romp through the dark side of wish fulfillment. I’ll never look at the other playground parents the same way again.” —Marcus Sakey Told from the dual perspective of a husband and a wife, The Swing of Things is a sexy, provocative, page-turning novel about a suburban couple who wants out of their routine—but will they take things too far? Attorney Jayne Larsen loves her stay-at-home husband. Eric is attentive and a great father to their daughter. He’s also unfailingly committed to their Wednesday date nights—but things have gotten too predictable. Enter Theo and Mia Winters, the effortlessly cool, attractive couple who are the center of everyone’s attention. They are blissfully happy and ready to share their secret for keeping things spicy. But there are rules. And breaking them has consequences. As Jayne and Eric explore a more modern definition of marriage, they are forced to confront whether they’ve given up too much in the pursuit of trying to have it all.

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Book SynopsisThe Girl Who Reads on the Métro is the French phenomenon by Christine Féret-Fleury ready to charm book-lovers everywhere, for fans of The Little Paris Bookshop and The Elegance of the Hedgehog.When Juliette takes the métro to her loathed office job each morning, her only escape is in books – she avidly reads on her journey and imagines what her fellow commuters’ choices might say about them. But when, one day, she decides to alight the train a few stops early and meets Soliman – the mysterious owner of the most enchanting bookshop Juliette has ever seen – she is sure her life will never be the same again . . . For Soliman also believes in the power of books to change the course of a life – entrusting his passeurs with the task of giving each book to the person who needs it most – and he thinks Juliette is perfect for the job. And so, leaving her old life behind, Juliette will discover the true power a book can have . . .Trade ReviewAn enchanting story made of literary references that would convince anyone to become a reader, even the most reluctant ones. * Avantages *A delightful novel! * Madame Figaro *A beautiful tale, wonderfully crazy, for everyone who likes to end a book with a smile on their face. * Lire *A charming, cheery read crammed with literary references that will delight book lovers and Paris passionnes alike. * France Magazine *

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Book Synopsis'Smart and funny' – Ruth Hogan, author of The Keeper of Lost ThingsThe first step was learning to read, but if she really wants to turn her life around, Maggsie is going to have to trust other people – and that might just be the hardest lesson she’s ever faced . . . Small and dyslexic, with a short fuse, bad teeth, a prison record and something to prove, Marguerite McNaughton – Maggsie – doesn't need anybody or anything, thank you very much. She's more than capable of looking after herself. She’s also about to discover that everyone needs someone, sometimes. Even her. The thing about trusting others, though, is that not everyone is trustworthy . . . It starts when a fellow inmate gives Maggsie reading lessons. Then she's offered a job in London as a kitchen assistant, together with supported accommodation and a colleague who seems determined to befriend Maggsie, no matter what.At first, Maggsie is convinced nothing will change. Especially her. But maybe this time can be different? Maybe Maggsie can be different – if she can just put her previous mistakes behind her and her trust in the right people. Maggsie McNaughton's Second Chance, by Frances Maynard, is an uplifting, heartwarming novel about the power of friendship and the written word, perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Home, Three Things about Elsie and Elizabeth is Missing.Trade ReviewSmart and funny -- Ruth Hogan, author of The Keeper of Lost Things and Queenie Malone's Paradise HotelGuaranteed to melt the hardest of hearts * Red Magazine *A joy from start to finish: quirky, real and moving, with unforgettable characters you’ll root for from the very beginning -- Katy Regan, author of Little Big LoveFinished Maggsie McNaughton's Second Chance and I feel bereft. A wonderful, uplifting read -- Jenny Quintana, author of The Missing GirlBig-hearted and charming -- James Hannah, author of The A to Z of You and Me, on The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira CarrWonderful -- Rosie Walsh, author of The Man Who Didn't Call, on The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira Carr

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Book SynopsisSometimes a crisis can bring people together . . .Meredith White was one of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces. But a personal tragedy cut her career short and alienated her from her family. For the last fifteen years, Meredith has shut herself away from the world, living in her San Francisco mansion.Then, on a late summer day, a devastating earthquake strikes, plunging the city into chaos. Without hesitation, Meredith invites her now homeless neighbours into her largely undamaged house as the recovery begins. From the respected doctor, to the beautiful young woman whose boyfriend views her as a rich man’s toy, to the brilliant concert pianist in his eighties, each has a story and a closely guarded secret that will slowly be revealed.Strangers become friends and relationships are forged as they support each other through not just the aftermath of the earthquake, but their own personal crises.As Meredith finds herself venturing back into the world she suddenly sees her isolation, her estranged family and even her career in a whole new light. And thanks to the suspicions of one of her new acquaintances, a shocking truth in her own life is exposed.Neighbours, by the world’s favourite storyteller Danielle Steel, is a novel of friendship, support, trust and love, and what it takes to bring people together.

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Book SynopsisSet in present-day New York, The Whittiers is a heartwarming story about the importance of family, home and being true to yourself, from the world’s favourite author Danielle Steel.Connie and Preston Whittier raised their six children in a once-grand Manhattan mansion. The children are now adults, but the house remains the heart of the family and somewhere they all love to return to, particularly in times of stress. But on Connie and Peter’s annual skiing holiday in Europe, an avalanche hits their resort, resulting in tragedy.In every family, each member has their own personal struggles. The Whittiers are no exception. Lyle is successful but has an unhappy marriage. Gloria is a genius on Wall Street but lonely. Twins Caroline and Charlie work all hours on their growing fashion brand, but have no time to enjoy life and discover who they really are. Benjie has personal challenges and requires additional support. And rebellious Annabelle has fallen in with a bad crowd.The future of the family – and also their home – is now in question. The house is a refuge providing comfort but each of them will learn that, to move forward and face their challenges, they must be true to themselves and come together to support one another.

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Book SynopsisOne Good Thing is the heartwarming, hilarious alternative love story, from the internationally bestselling author of Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up, Alexandra Potter'A joyful, wholly unpredictable love story' - Woman's OwnIn life, nothing is certain. Just when you think you have it all figured out, something can happen to change the course of everything . . .Liv Brooks is still in shock. Newly-divorced and facing an uncertain future, she impulsively swaps her London Life for the sweeping hills of the Yorkshire Dales, determined to make a fresh start. But fresh starts are harder than they look and feeling lost and lonely she decides to adopt Harry, an old dog from the local shelter, to keep her company.But Liv soon discovers she isn’t the only one in need of a new beginning. On their daily walks around the village, they meet Valentine, an old man who suffers from loneliness who sits by the window and Stanley, a little boy who is scared of everyone, hides behind the garden gate and Maya, a teenager who is angry at everyone and everything. But slowly things start to change . . .Utterly relatable, hilarious and heart-breakingly honest, this is a novel about friendship, finding happiness and living the life unexpected. And how when everything falls apart, all you need is one good thing to turn your life around and make it worth living again.Trade ReviewWise, warm, witty and wonderful. Captivating and charming, a book to warm the cockles of the heart. A book that makes the world look like a better place- a must read! -- Milly JohnsonAssured and accomplished. Pacy, absorbing, witty and tender. She made me laugh out loud and swallow back tears in the space of a single page. Her characters are written with a light touch and full hearts, I absolutely loved it. -- Karen SwanSay hello to a book that will have you laughing with every page, whether you're twenty, forty or eighty -- Heat on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpFunny and moving, Alexandra Potter is fast establishing herself as the Queen of Comfort and this is a tale you’ll delight getting lost in. -- Mike GayleEnchanting and uplifting. It’s a big warm hug in book form. . . It’s exactly the novel we need right now -- Chris Manby A must-read for 2022 . .. Inspiring, heartwarming and set against the beautiful backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales. One Good Thing is one GREAT thing. -- Laura PriceFunny but layered, light-hearted but surprisingly deep, this is a perfect and inspiring new year read -- Red magazine on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpThe new Bridget Jones for our Covid-ridden times -- Celia Walden on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up * Telegraph *Feistily funny . . . and so relatable -- Fabulous magazine on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up * Sun on Sunday *A warm, very funny read -- Bella on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpA joyful, wholly unpredictable love story * Woman's Own *A funny, thoughtful and poignant feel-good read * Choice *

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Book Synopsis'It's like a big hug in a book' - Janice Hallett, author of The AppealA novel about love, loss and the importance of living life to the full, Annie Stanley, All at Sea by Sue Teddern is proof that it’s often the most difficult moments in life that show us what really matters.Sometimes the end is only the beginning . . .Annie is single, unemployed and just a bit stuck when her beloved father dies unexpectedly. Furious at his partner’s plans to scatter his ashes somewhere of no emotional significance, Annie seizes the urn and, on a whim, decides to take it on a tour of the thirty-one sea areas that make up the shipping forecast, which her father loved listening to, despite living in landlocked St Albans.Travelling around the coastline of Britain searching for the perfect place to say goodbye, she starts to wonder if it might be time to rethink some of the relationships in her life – but is it too late for second chances?'Witty, wise with wonderful characters. I absolutely loved this book' - Katie Fforde, author of A Springtime AffairTrade ReviewA funny, warm, wry writer -- David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet SorrowThis charming, well-judged debut novel balances seaside kitsch and mordant humour. Deckchair optional -- ObserverWitty, wise with wonderful characters. I absolutely loved this book -- Katie Fforde, author of A Springtime Affair and Highland FlingThis bittersweet story about grief has just the right balance of poignancy and humour -- Good HousekeepingI loved Annie Stanley: she's a gloriously imperfect heroine who takes you on a stormy journey of grief, love and Britain's brilliant coastline. I was swept away -- Eva Carter, author of How To Save a LifeA journey to rediscover that life really is worth living * OK Magazine *This is a brilliantly funny, heartwarming celebration of life, love, grief and the Shipping Forecast -- Georgia Pritchett, author of My Mess Is a Bit of a LifePoignant, funny and full of emotional resonance. You cannot help but root for Annie Stanley as she embarks on a journey that is both stormy and strangely reassuring -- Elizabeth Enfield, author of Ivy and AbeDevoured this funny, tender book and fell in love with chaotic bumbler Annie Stanley along the way. Can’t wait to see her again -- Jenny Landreth, author of Swell and Break A LegThis book is packed with heart and wit. I was moved and laughed out loud so many times. I truly love Annie. Her journey and the people in her world are completely real to me -- Jo Clegg, author of The Summer Holiday

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Book Synopsis'A funny, warm, wry writer' - David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet Sorrow'A gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in life' - Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The AppealNed is in IKEA with his wife when she breaks the news that it’s over.For Gemma, it happens on the way to get fish and chips, when she opens the glove compartment of her husband’s car to find a pair of women’s sunglasses that aren’t hers.For both, it’s a bolt from the blue that rocks their faith in the world, relationships, and themselves. But you can’t sit around feeling sorry for yourself, especially when there are children involved, so both – for very different reasons – join a support group for single parents.It’s fair to say they don’t exactly hit it off.However, as Ned and Gemma know from bitter experience, life is full of surprises, and as they navigate their respective brave new worlds, it’s possible they have more in common than either might have suspected, including – but not limited to – excess emotional baggage, low self-esteem, and the ability to take something promising and well and truly screw it up . . .A warm and witty look at the world of dating second time around, The Pre-Loved Club by Sue Teddern is for anyone who has ever dreamt of finding true love, only to realize life doesn’t necessarily work that way.Trade ReviewA funny, warm, wry writer -- David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet SorrowThis fabulous summer read is a gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in life. Starts with a bang and leaves you with a smile on your face -- Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal and The Twyford CodeThe Pre-Loved Club is a riotous joy! I defy anyone not to fall for Ned and Gemma as they navigate the murky waters of second-chance dating and the search for love. Full of heart, achingly funny and wryly observed, it's an uplifting tale for our times, told with Sue Teddern's perfect wit and style. I loved it! -- Miranda Dickinson, author of The Start of SomethingFresh, sharply observed and laugh out loud funny - a bittersweet, grown-up romcom that tells it like it is -- Frances Quinn, author of The Smallest ManThe Pre-Loved Club is a superb summer read – utterly relatable, huge fun and just like real life, but with more jokes. Just like her debut, Sue Teddern’s lovely new book is wry, readable and irresistible -- Eva Carter, author of Owner of a Lonely Heart[A] funny, moving story of second chances, love and the mistakes we all make. Sue Teddern is just so good at getting under the skin of her characters and all the nuances of modern life. Peppered with laugh out loud lines -- Araminta Hall, author of Perfect StrangersWith sharp wit and keen observation, Sue Teddern holds a mirror up to the brutal twists and turns of family breakups. This tender, bittersweet story has you on the edge of your seat, gunning for a happy ending -- Sarah SteeleSuch storytelling! It grabs you at the first sentence, holds you to the last, and leaves you wanting more. Her shrewdly-observed, lovingly-explored characters are a joy - funny, poignant and utterly believable -- Felicity Hayes-McCoySuch well-drawn characters, they're like mates. This book is a delight -- Josie Lloyd, author of The Cancer Ladies' Running ClubSharp social observations and witty writing -- Linda Green, bestselling author of While My Eyes Were Closed and One Moment

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Book Synopsis'A gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in humanity' - Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The AppealNed is in IKEA with his wife, Tanya, when she breaks the news that their marriage is over.For Gemma, it's when she opens the glove compartment of her husband’s car to find a pair of women’s sunglasses that aren’t hers.When Ned and Gemma meet at a support group for single parents, they don't exactly hit it off. Ned thinks Gemma is rude and unsympathetic; Gemma thinks Ned is entitled and self-pitying.But as they've both learned from bitter experience, life is full of surprises. And maybe they have more in common than they think . . .Sue Teddern's The Pre-Loved Club is a hilarious and warm look at finding love the second time around, and how a bad first impression might lead to the best second chance . . .'A funny, warm, wry writer' - David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet SorrowTrade ReviewA funny, warm, wry writer -- David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet SorrowThis fabulous summer read is a gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in life. Starts with a bang and leaves you with a smile on your face -- Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal and The Twyford CodeThe Pre-Loved Club is a riotous joy! I defy anyone not to fall for Ned and Gemma as they navigate the murky waters of second-chance dating and the search for love. Full of heart, achingly funny and wryly observed, it's an uplifting tale for our times, told with Sue Teddern's perfect wit and style. I loved it! -- Miranda DickinsonFresh, sharply observed and laugh out loud funny - a bittersweet, grown-up romcom that tells it like it is -- Frances Quinn, author of The Smallest ManThe Pre-Loved Club is a superb summer read – utterly relatable, huge fun and just like real life, but with more jokes. Just like her debut, Sue Teddern’s lovely new book is wry, readable and irresistible -- Eva Carter, author of Owner of a Lonely Heart[A] funny, moving story of second chances, love and the mistakes we all make. Sue Teddern is just so good at getting under the skin of her characters and all the nuances of modern life. Peppered with laugh out loud lines -- Araminta HallWith sharp wit and keen observation, Sue Teddern holds a mirror up to the brutal twists and turns of family breakups. This tender, bittersweet story has you on the edge of your seat, gunning for a happy ending -- Sarah SteeleSuch storytelling! It grabs you at the first sentence, holds you to the last, and leaves you wanting more. Her shrewdly-observed, lovingly-explored characters are a joy - funny, poignant and utterly believable -- Felicity Hayes-McCoy

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Book SynopsisThe Promise is a unforgettable story about finding love, hope and joy in even the darkest moments, by the Sunday Times bestseller Lucy Diamond, author of The Secrets of Happiness.'This is Lucy Diamond at her very best - a stunning novel that will break your heart into little pieces and then glue it back together again with joy' – Milly JohnsonWhen faced with the sudden death of his brother, Dan’s mission is clear. He puts together a project to help pick up the pieces and support his grieving sister-in-law Zoe, plus her young children. This is Dan’s promise – to ensure his family’s happiness, and to try and live up to the man his brother was. But tying up loose ends brings a shocking secret to light, and calls into question everything Dan knew about his older brother. With more than just his promise on the line, Dan is faced with an ultimatum: Should he tell the truth and risk his family’s fragile happiness, or will his brother’s secrets end up becoming his own?'A bittersweet, big-hearted take on family dynamics, grief, and how to make happiness a priority' – Woman and Home'I loved The Promise' – Libby Page, author of The 24-Hour Café'We couldn't put this down' – Bella'Family drama at its very best with characters that have you reaching out to them' – My WeeklyReal readers love The Promise:'I cried and laughed''It was a beautifully written book from start to finish. Each night I couldn't wait to read the next chapter.''I literally cannot put it down.'

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Book SynopsisFor all those who imagine escaping to a château and living the dream . . . to find that even dreams can have their complications.Steph, Jo and Meredith have been friends since school. Their lives have all taken very different paths across the years, but when Meredith buys a romantic château in an idyllic village in the Dordogne she finds she can’t do it alone – so who better to enlist for help than her two old friends? Together they hope to bring the château back to life and create the most romantic wedding venue in France.And it seems that the nearby village of Bratenac has much more to offer than sun, wine and delicious French food when a handsome chef and his equally charming son, a local ladies’ luncheon club, a winemaker from New Zealand, and a British bulldog all join the party.Friends and lovers, old and new, come together and fall apart in deepest France, culminating in a very special château wedding. A Very French Wedding is funny, uplifting and poignant – this is Maeve Haran, bestselling author of The Greek Holiday, at her very best.Trade ReviewMake sure of a happier holiday by packing a Maeve Haran novel in your suitcase. -- Jilly CooperAn engaging romance mixing heartwarming friendship with gentle humour in a gorgeous setting -- Daily Mail on The Greek HolidayWarm, witty and wise, this is the perfect read for anyone missing their holiday this year. Wonderful. -- Daily Express on The Greek HolidaySimultaneously hilarious and heartwarming -- Woman & Home on The Greek HolidayA slice of pure escapism * Sunday Express Magazine *Haran is certainly on her best form in this sunshine-filled odyssey. . . it would be summer madness to miss it! * Lancashire Evening Post *Fab escapist romp * Best *Escape to the Dordogne in this joyous read * Woman *A slice of pure escapism to get you through * OK! Magazine *Relationships and emotions ebb and flow, with secrets and misunderstandings threatening to delay happy endings * Woman's Weekly *

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Book SynopsisWith stunning locations and page-turning tension, The Paris Secret is an intense and gripping tale from bestselling author Karen Swan, the perfect escapism for fans of Santa Montefiore.Not every door should be opened . . .Somewhere along the cobbled streets of Paris, an apartment lies thick with dust and secrets: full of priceless artworks hidden away for decades.High-flying fine art agent Flora from London, more comfortable with the tension of a million-pound auction than a cosy candlelit dinner for two, is called in to assess these suddenly discovered treasures. As an expert in her field, she must trace the history of each painting and discover who has concealed them for so long.Thrown in amongst the glamorous Vermeil family as they move between Paris and Antibes, Flora begins to discover that things aren’t all that they seem, while back at home her own family is recoiling from a seismic shock. The terse and brooding Xavier Vermeil seems intent on forcing Flora out of his family’s affairs – but just what is he hiding?'The next best thing to jumping on the Eurostar and being there' – Chris Manby, author of Three Days in Florence'Escaping into a world of art, beauty and heartbreaking history, I was caught on page one and didn’t put it down until I finished it' – Liz Fenwick, author of The Cornish HouseEnjoy more of Karen Swan's captivating seasonal novels with The Greek Escape and The Rome Affair.Trade ReviewThe Paris Secret had me from the moment I started reading. Filled with a smart and sympathetic protagonist, a touch of romance, a smidgen of history, plenty of intrigue and suspense galore -- Diane Chamberlain, internationally bestselling author of The Midwife's ConfessionI loved it. Escaping into a world of art, beauty and heartbreaking history, I was caught on page one and didn’t put it down until I finished it -- Liz Fenwick, bestselling author of The Cornish HouseReading Karen Swan’s wonderful novel The Paris Secret is the next best thing to jumping on the Eurostar and being there -- Chris ManbyDeliciously glamorous, irresistibly romantic * Hello! *A stunning journey * Sunday Express, S magazine *Hide indoors with a glass of wine and lose yourself in this * Heat *Novels to sweep you away * Woman & Home *

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Book SynopsisLonglisted for BookTok Author of the Year!'Fresh, funny, genuinely heartwarming' – Catherine Walsh, author of Just for DecemberYour next one might be closer than you think . . . Tara loved Colin at first sight. Colin loved Tara at first fight. That’s when they knew they were meant for each other.But after six years, their marriage has started to crumble. Unable to recapture the spark they once had, it seems it’s all over.That is, until they meet their perfect match on a controversial new dating app – Fling . . .'Clever, original, witty' – Sinéad Moriarty, author of Me and My Sisters'Hilarious and original' – Laura Price, author of Single Bald Female'A literary soul brother to the likes of Marian Keyes and Beth O'Leary' – Irish IndependentFive-Star Reader Reviews:'This had me crying with laughter''Devoured this book in a few days''Loved this book! It was exactly what I expected and was craving'Trade ReviewClever, original, witty and great insight into marriage and the problems that come when communication breaks down -- Sinéad Moriarty, author of Yours, Mine, OursUtterly original, emotionally astute and cripplingly funny, Fling is a fantastic read that genuinely warmed my heart -- Laura Jane Williams, author of Lovestruck and Just for DecemberHilarious and original - one of the best books I've read this year -- Laura Price, author of Single Bald FemaleFresh, funny, genuinely heartwarming -- Catherine Walsh, author of The MatchmakerFabulous! A beautiful rom-com of the Nora Ephron variety -- Edel Coffey, author of Breaking PointA literary soul brother to the likes of Marian Keyes and Beth O'Leary -- Irish Independent

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Book SynopsisMore Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up: the laugh-out-loud sequel to the hilarious, WTF AM I DOING NOW?! runaway bestseller!'The new Bridget Jones for our times' – Celia Walden, Telegraph'The story of Nell Stevens’ struggle through her imperfect, messy life doesn’t just make brilliant fiction, it’s turning into a cultural revolution!' – Matt Cain There is no magical land you finally arrive at where everything is figured out, fixed and sorted. Life, like us, is a sum of moving parts, and if we’re lucky, we get to keep f**king up, figuring it out and laughing in the face of it all.Nell’s back. Her life still isn’t going to plan. And she’s still asking the big questions and getting none of the answers. Like, for example:1. Why is falling in love so easy, but staying in love so hard?2. What do you do when your friendships are put to the ultimate test?3. Can we ever really live in the moment and leave the past behind?4. When everything goes tits up, do you fall apart or jump on a plane to LA with Cricket (an eighty-something widow and your BFF)?5. And when all else fails, will celebrity-scented candles, smashed avocados and Instagram filters save us?*In this hilarious, un-put-downable follow-up to the bestselling Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up, now the basis for the major TV series called Not Dead Yet, there are laugh-out-loud lessons to be learned, truths to be told, adventures to go on and joys to discover.But first, Nell has some more confessions . . .*#onlyjoking #sortof #LOLPraise for Alexandra Potter:'Say hello to a book that will have you laughing with every page, whether you're 20, 40 or 80' – Heat'Brilliant! Laughing out loud' – Emma Gannon'Funny but layered, light-hearted but surprisingly deep, this is a perfect and inspiring new year read' – RedTrade ReviewThe new Bridget Jones for our Covid-ridden times -- Celia Walden * Telegraph *The story of Nell Stevens’ struggle through her imperfect, messy life doesn’t just make brilliant fiction, it’s turning into a cultural revolution! -- Matt Cain, author of The Madonna of BoltonFilled with wit, wisdom and hilarity, the further adventures of Nell and Cricket are sheer summer-reading joy -- Kate Eberlen, author of Miss YouA dream of a book - warm, insightful and absolutely hilarious . . . I laughed, I cried, I texted all my forty-something friends -- Lindsey Kelk, bestselling author of Love Me Do A novel which takes the reader on such a satisfying ride. Perfectly paced, insightful, funny and moving – I love these characters and I love this book! Alexandra Potter is a master storyteller – I would read her shopping lists! -- Freya North, author of Little WingMore Confessions is a treat: honest, funny, warm and even better than the first instalment -- Lucy Dillon, author of Lost Dogs and Lonely HeartsAs a fan of the first book, I couldn’t wait for this fabulous follow up. I devoured every page over one blissful, laugh-out-loud weekend -- Catherine Isaac, author of The World at My FeetBrilliant! Laughing out loud -- Emma Gannon, bestselling author of Olive on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpA funny, feisty tale about the highs and the oh-so-lows of having to start over in your forties with a smart, sassy character at its heart who you’ll be cheering on from start to finish -- Mike Gayle, bestselling author of All the Lonely People on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpI loved this book so much. It’s very funny and painfully true. Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up is perfect comfort reading for anyone who thinks life isn’t working out as they want it to, whether they’re forty, fourteen or eighty-four -- Chrissie Manby, author of Once in a LifetimeIt made me laugh, cry, cheer - I loved it! -- Hermione Norris, star of Cold Feet, on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpA warm, very funny read -- Bella on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpFeistily funny . . . and so relatable -- Fabulous magazine, The Sun on Sunday on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpSay hello to a book that will have you laughing with every page, whether you're twenty, forty or eighty -- Heat on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up

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