Contemporary lifestyle fiction

Book SynopsisSince her sister's death, twenty-year-old Paisley Donovan has been treated like delicate glass by her parents. She may share her sister's heart condition, but nothing will stop her from completing her Bucket List, even if it kills her. And it almost does, until Jagger Bateman pulls her from the ocean and breathes more than air into her lungs - he sets her soul on fire. Jagger is enrolled in the country's toughest flight school. He's wickedly hot, reckless, and perfect for a girl looking to live life to the fullest. Except that Paisley is the commanding general's daughter, and her boyfriend is Jagger's biggest rival. Now Paisley must decide just how much to risk for a guy who makes her heart pound a little too hard. They're flying through dangerous territory - and one wrong move could make them crash and burn...

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Book SynopsisTwenty years as an army brat and Ember Howard knew, too. The soldiers at the door meant her dad was never coming home. What she didn't know was how she would find the strength to singlehandedly care for her crumbling family when her mum falls apart. Then Josh Walker enters her life. Hockey star, her new next-door neighbour, and not to mention the most delicious hands that insist on saving her over and over again. He has a way of erasing the pain with a single look, a single touch. As much as she wants to turn off her feelings and endure the heartache on her own, she can't deny their intense attraction. Until Josh's secret shatters their world. And Ember must decide if he's worth the risk that comes with loving a man who could strip her bare.

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Book Synopsis"Codi Hall brings all the feels."-Monica Murphy, New York Times bestselling authorHolly Winters is not about to let her grumpy neighbor Declan steal her holiday joy...even if he does look rather handsome under the mistletoe.Holly Winters owns the jolliest holiday shop on Main Street and this season is shaping up to be the best yet. The only pit in her figgy pudding? Declan Gallagher, the owner of the hardware store next door. He's the scroogiest man in all of Mistletoe, Idaho. Then Holly's revenge prank escalates into an all-out war with her Grinchy neighbor, and the situation turns sticky when she realizes she needs his help.Declan can't believe the nerve of his oh-so-cheerful neighbor hiring him to set up her holiday lights display, but the money is too good to pass up. Despite his utter loathing of excessive decorations, he throws himself into getting the job done, only to encounter sabotage at every turn. To his astonishment, Declan finds himself championing the very woman who used to get under his skin. Then one rooftop kiss has him thinking maybe the season's traditions aren't as heinous as he believed. Declan's heart has grown three sizes since Holly came along, but how can he admit he's falling for the one woman he shouldn't want?"A fun, engaging, and romantic read that is perfect for Christmastime!" -The Nerd Daily for Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist

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Book SynopsisAn engrossing novel inspired by the mysterious true story of Irmgard Keun, a female novelist who defied all the rules during Berlin’s volcanic post-WWI years, as a young German writer exiled for her ideas flees her country and her Nazi-supporting husband, fighting for her art, her life, and her child.1920s Germany:  Though the world has changed in the wake of the Great War, it is still ruled by men. Even a woman as resourceful and intelligent as Niki Rittenhaus needs alliances in order to survive. Her marriage to Rickard Länger, a movie producer for Berlin’s Passport Pictures, seems convenient for them both. When Rickard succumbs to increasing pressure from the Nazis to make propaganda movies, a horrified Niki turns away from her own film aspirations and instead, begins to write.Niki’s first novel, The Berlin Woman, is published under a pseudonym to great success. But Niki knows she cannot stay anonymous for long.

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of the Undead series comes a ride through the lives of three estranged friends as they?re reunited by murder (possible frame job) and mayhem (just the way they like it).Operation Starfish has one goal: to remove domestic violence survivors from danger. But when a mission backfires in tragedy, the band of bikers who founded OpStar dissolves the organization and their ride-or-die friendship.Five years later Amanda, Sidney, and Cassandra are brought back together by the same thing that tore them apart when the man who victimized his wife is murdered, and all signs point to Cassandra.Circumstances being what they are?in a word: dire?the trio reignites their bond, if only to shut and barricade the door to their past once and for all. Their tentative sisterhood is infiltrated by Investigator Sean Beane, whose intentions aren?t as clear as they should be, but even so he?s too tempting for his (or Amanda?s) own good.Despite all reservations, regrets, and blossoming romance, it?s time for these biker babes to strap on their helmets and hit the road?before the real murderer can run them off it.

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Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Witness what the gods do after dark in the third volume of a stylish and contemporary reimagining of one of the best-known stories in Greek mythology, featuring a brand-new, exclusive short story from creator Rachel Smythe.“A refreshingly modern and surprisingly poignant take on the Hades and Persephone myth . . . steamy, often laugh-out-loud funny, and emotional.”—Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Blood and Ash  ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Cosmopolitan, Gizmodo“It is natural for a King to be curious about his future Queen. . . .”All of Olympus—and the Underworld—are talking about the God of the Dead and the sprightly daughter of Demeter. But despite the rumors of their romance, Hades and Persephone have plenty to navigate on their own.Since

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Book SynopsisHow can the contemplations and teachings of a man who lived in ancient Greece help you in your role leading a tech giant or a restaurant chain?Though skills and experience may have landed you your position, they don’t make you a great leader. Instead, true leaders evolve out of those who learn to look within and question themselves before they try to lead anyone else.In this book, aspiring leaders will explore ideas from the greatest thinkers of all time--including Aristotle, Heraclitus, Sophocles, Hesiod, and others--and learn how each of these classic teachings applies to the challenges of the modern workplace.In The Ten Golden Rules of Leadership, teachings discussed and related to the twenty-first-century work environment include: Know thyself Do not waste energy on things you cannot change Nurture community Always embrace the truth Let competition reveal talent, and more

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE SECRET KEEPER OF JAIPUR“Alka Joshi returns with a triumphant follow-up to her New York Times bestselling debut... [Her] magnificent writing gives voice to the too-often silenced while telling an engaging and powerful story.”--Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Girls of Paris “Verdict: With lush details, a return to favorite characters, and emotional complexity, this story satisfies on every level.”-- Library Journal, Starred Review“In this timeless tale of loyalty, ambition, and love, Joshi explores what it means to create and build--from architectural marvels to chosen families--in a way that not only endures but inspires.”-- Nancy Jooyoun Kim, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Story of Mina Lee“Joshi excels at creating strong characters, the addition of Nimmi being no exception. As Lakshmi and Malik uncover the cause of the disaster, their loyalties are put to the test in this applause-worthy encore.”—Booklist“Joshi’s sensuous descriptions of food, local color, and Lakshmi’s art make this gorgeous sequel to The Henna Artist worth savoring.—Publishers Weekly“Alka Joshi is a master story-teller. I was completely mesmerized by The Secret Keeper of Jaipur and could not put it down! It is a story of love, family, money and power, told with such poise, beauty and page-turning suspense... It touched my heart and it will stay with me for a long time.”—Christy Lefteri, award-winning author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo."With its beautifully complex cast of characters, THE SECRET KEEPER OF JAIPUR plunges readers back into the sumptuous world of THE HENNA ARTIST, where power, money, and secrets abound — and where carefully cultivated reputations balance on the knife edge of influence."–-Bryn Turnbull, bestselling author of The Woman Before WallisPRAISE FOR ALKA JOSHI'S THE HENNA ARTISTA REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICKNew York Times Bestseller * Los Angeles Times Bestseller * USA Today Bestseller * Toronto Star Bestseller * Globe & Mail Bestseller * Indie Bookstores Bestseller *Longlisted: First Novel, Center for Fiction * Amazon Summer 2020 Readers Pick * Goodreads Finalist Choice Awards 2020: Best Debut Novel & Best Historical Fiction * Indigo 10 Best Books of 2020 * Cosmopolitan Best Audiobooks of 2020 * BookRiot Best Books of 2020"Captivated me from the first chapter to the last page." —Reese Witherspoon “Rich in detail and bright with tastes and textures,. ..a fabulous glimpse into Indian culture of the 1950s.”—Bookpage, Starred Review “Romantic, old-time Rajasthan leaps to life... I can hardly wait for Alka Joshi’s next masterpiece.” --Sujata Massey, internationally bestselling author of The Widows of Malabar Hill“Eloquent debut…moving… Joshi masterfully balances a yearning for self-discovery with the need for familial love.” –Publishers Weekly “Joshi has constructed a bewitching glimpse into the past with a tough heroine well worth cheering on.”--Booklist"Vibrant characters, evocative imagery, and sumptuous prose create an unforgetable tale."--Christian Science Monitor"A bold, ambitious, beautifully written novel about India in the decade after independence, and about class, identity, love and deceit. The broad cast of characters will etch themselves into your psyche." --Tom Barbash, author of Stay Up With Me"Fantastic, so evocative and beautiful and full of life and light.... and deeply satisfying in its storytelling."--Leah Franqui, author of America for Beginners"Unforgettable.... Read this book slowly and savor it: Every page is rich with intricate pleasures for both the mind and the heart."--Anita Amirrezvani, author of The Blood of Flowers"Like a brilliant, magical kaleidoscope, bursting with color, The Henna Artist kept me riveted from start to finish."--Lauren Belfer, New York Times bestselling author of After the Fire and City of Light"Like a brilliant, magical kaleidoscope, bursting with color, The Henna Artist kept me riveted from start to finish."--Lauren Belfer, New York Times bestselling author of City of Light"Everything a great novel needs is here: The protagonist balancing impossible burdens with her bountiful talents; the many other characters, each so colorful and complex, each necessary to the intricate and delicate plot, Such a satisfying novel!"--Sandra Scofield, author of The Last Draft"A richly drawn design of love and the many hungers that drive human beings...a lush, gorgeous journey that any reader will be sorry to see end."--Erin McGraw, author of The Good Life and The Seamstress of Hollywood

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis intense yet sensitive dark comedy by Australian Goorie-European author Melissa Lucashenko (Mullumbimby) never holds back in its portrayal of an Indigenous family in crisis… Crows talk and ancestors appear in this #ownvoices triumph about a family who find each other difficult to live with but impossible to stop loving. Too Much Lip's stark honesty illuminates a version of Indigenous life, the crippling influence of colonization and the hard-won power of resilience and healing. — Shelf Awareness Starred Review Because this is an authentic voice writing about what it means to be an Indigenous Australian in contemporary times, Lucashenko has taken on the tough issues that come with generational trauma – displacement, incarceration, abuse, racism, substance abuse, poverty, marginalisation. She doesn't shy away from any of it, nor is she preachy or bitter. She does it with humour, satire, dialogue with the kind of wild wit that can come with profanity. It is the voice of her people, her world. Measured and layered, the comedy leavens the tragedy. The great achievement is finding the balance; the redemption and understanding. — Sydney Morning Herald A daughter gets caught in her Aboriginal Australian family’s complicated legacy in Indigenous Australian writer Lucashenko’s darkly funny U.S. debut….With strong voices and kinetic prose, Lucashenko’s engrossing narrative speaks to the ongoing traumas of indigenous life in Australia. This deserves to make a splash. — Publishers Weekly In this vividly voiced novel, the ghosts of the past are never far away. — Booklist Too Much Lip's language is addictively poetic, its cry for social justice real; it's powered by literary rocket fuel. — Zoë Morrison This is not a story of suffering. This is a story of fighting back. … Vibrating with energy, both heartrending and hilarious, Too Much Lip offers a compelling multi-dimensional portrait of human strength in the face of human failure. ...We see the prismatic effects of colonialism’s violence and racism, damage cascading down through generations. [The author] deftly voices these characters’ pain and rage, but her humor also crackles across the pages. … The writing is consistently funny, but rather than serving to soften or balance, the humor instead lances and sharpens and reveals. — Chicago Review of Books An award-winning Australian author explores family dysfunction and the legacy of colonial oppression in her American debut. . . . Original, honest, and surprisingly funny. — Kirkus Reviews In Too Much Lip, Lucashenko has created an iconic Australian regional community, one that you would expect to stumble into while driving through the backroads of northern New South Wales. — Sydney Review of Books Melissa Lucashenko is one of Australia’s most prolific contemporary writers, producing funny and gritty realist novels. The Miles Franklin award-winning Too Much Lip...is no exception. — The Australian Too Much Lip is a worthy addition to the work of such original and passionate writers as Kim Scott and Alexis Wright. Talking crows, a talking shark: these are the surreal and symbolic bookends to a story that so often feels hopeless, yet is still the crucible of hope. — Australian Book Review Too Much Lip ... brilliantly showcases Lucashenko’s talent for constructing funny, fraught and powerful stories driven by complex characters and compelling, true-to-life dramas. — Readings Melissa Lucashenko's angry Australian Western is a thrilling read. — The Saturday Paper Melissa Lucashenko writes about class and race in Australia with so much guts and heart and brains. — Kate Evans “What makes Too Much Lip not only engaging while reading, but memorable, is its tangible roots, which burrow deeply into the realities of Australian existence, through the author, this country, and now, this reader.” — Mascara Literary Review Where to start with the delights of Too Much Lip? Lucashenko's dialog is absolutely true yet fabulously entertaining ... [and] each character is a gem. — Spectrum

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times bestselling author of Big Girl Panties puts a modern twist on My Fair Lady in this funny, romantic confection in which a canny young woman makes over her awkward millionaire client . . . with some hot, sexy, and surprising results.Suffocating in a dead-end marriage, Midwesterner Zoey Sullivan fled to New York and moved in with her older sister Ruth, a carefree, vivacious beauty with a string of eligible bachelors at her beck and call. Giving herself three months in the city to clear her head and find a direction, Zoey dodges calls from her ex Derek, and distracts herself by cooking and catering a few private dinners and parties. Pursuing her passion for cooking was never an option when she was with Derek, and now Zoey relishes her independence.When Zoey’s meets reclusive millionaire Tristan Malloy, she’s blown away by his kitchen—a marble and stainless steel temple worthy of the culinary gods—and

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Book SynopsisInternational Bestseller“Emotional . . . sinks its hooks into you from the very first sentence.” —Marie Claire“Perfect for fans of Room, this heartbreaking but important novel . . . reminds readers that hope can be found in even the darkest moments.” —Real SimpleFirst grader Zach Taylor is in his classroom when a gunman enters the school auditorium and the unthinkable happens, irrevocably changing the very fabric of this close-knit community.  While Zach's mother pursues a quest for justice, and Zach’s father retreats into his work, Zach finds solace in the healing world of books and art. Armed with his new insights, and the optimism and stubbornness only a child could have, Zach becomes determined to help the adults in his life rediscover the universal truths of love and compassion they need to pull them through their darkest hour.A dazzling, tenderhearted debut about

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Book SynopsisREESE'S BOOK CLUB x HELLO SUNSHINE AUGUST 2019 PICK!FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ALL THE MISSING GIRLS'The perfect summer thriller ... twisty and tense, with a pace that made my heart race. An edge-of-your-seat, up-all-night read.' Riley Sager, author of The Last Time I Lied'A riveting read!' Mary Kubica, author of The Good Girl'Dizzying plot twists and multiple surprise endings are this author's stock in trade... And, oh boy, does she ever know how to write [them].' Marilyn Stasio, New York Times Book ReviewNever overstay your welcome...Littleport, Maine is like two separate towns: a vacation paradise for wealthy holidaymakers and a simple harbour community for the residents who serve them. Friendships between locals and visitors are unheard of - but that's just what happened with Avery Greer and Sadie Loman.Each summer for a decade the girls are inseparable - until Sadie is found dead. When the police rule the death a suicide, Avery can't help but feel there are those in the community, including a local detective and Sadie's brother Parker, who blame her. Someone knows more than they're saying, and Avery is intent on clearing her name before she's branded a killer.'Fast-paced and gripping.' PeopleTrade ReviewFast-paced and gripping. * People *The perfect summer thriller ... twisty and tense, with a pace that made my heart race. An edge-of-your-seat, up-all-night read. * Riley Sager, author of The Last Time I Lied *A lightning-fast mystery, full of menace and unexpected twists and turns that will have readers on the edge of their seats. A riveting read! * Mary Kubica, author of The Good Girl *Dizzying plot twists and multiple surprise endings are this author's stock in trade, but she warms them up by establishing the close friendship between Sadie Loman...and Avery Greer...And, oh boy, does she ever know how to write a twisty-turny ending (or two, or more). * Marilyn Stasio, New York Times Book Review *Will leave you on the edge-of-your-seat clutching onto your hubby for dear life. * Glamour *Miranda delivers a clever, stylish mystery that will seize readers like a riptide. * Publishers' Weekly (Starred review) *Compelling... An evocative... thriller * Kirkus *The vivid description of this isolated town sets the stage for the revelation of Littleport's secrets...Miranda's exploration of how Avery's and Sadie's lives intertwine give the story its depth. Fans of Michele Campbell and Mary Kubica, who like family drama supporting their suspense, will enjoy. * Booklist *A smart, suspenseful, and emotionally complex thriller... Lock the doors, turn off the phone, and read until the last satisfying page. * Alafair Burke, author of The Wife, on All The Missing Girls *A twisty, compulsive read, I loved it. * Ruth Ware, author of The Woman in Cabin 10, on All The Missing Girls *Both [Gillian] Flynn's and Miranda's main characters also reclaim the right of female characters to be more than victim or femme fatale... All the Missing Girls is set to become one of the best books of 2016. * Los Angeles Review of Books on All The Missing Girls *Are you paying attention? You'll need to be; this thriller will test your brain with its reverse chronological structure, and it's a page-turner to boot. * ELLE on All the Missing Girls *Intricately plotted... Ms. Miranda brings heightened suspense and a twist to this familiar scenario by telling the story, which unfolds over 15 days, in reverse chronological order. * New York Times on All The Missing Girls *

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Book SynopsisGlorious!' CLARE POOLEYCompelling' SUNDAY EXPRESSBeautiful, uplifting and deeply moving' FREYA SAMPSONFrom the Sunday Times bestselling author of Saving MissyA mother. A daughter. A secret waiting to be uncovered.The day that Delphine stands up for herself is the day that changes everythingFor too long, Delphine has been unable to let go of the past, obsessed with protecting her daughter, Em, and clinging to a secret that has cast a shadow over their lives.When a chance encounter offers a way out, Delphine seizes it with both hands. As their lives begins to fill with colour again, can she find the courage to change their lives forever?An uplifting story of second chances and the hope of human connection full of warmth and wit' The i paperA beautiful story of love in all its forms' Jessica RynGlorious and heartfelt full of hope, humour and kindness' Sarah HaywoodTrade Review‘Glorious! An uplifting celebration of mothers, daughters and female friendship – it left me feeling better about the world. I loved it, such a joy’ Clare Pooley, The Authenticity Project ‘A beautiful, uplifting and deeply moving story of found family and second chance’ Freya Sampson, The Last Library ‘An uplifting story of second chances and the hope of human connection … full of warmth and wit’ The i paper ‘Compelling … a touching and uplifting read – a tonic for troubled times’ Sunday Express ‘Emotional and heartwarming… If you loved Saving Missy, you will adore’ Belfast Telegraph ‘Uplifting and full of hope, this brilliantly written second novel from the author of Saving Missy will make your heart soar’ My Weekly ‘A glorious, heart-felt manifesto for the life-changing power of human connection … full of hope, humour and kindness’ Sarah Haywood, The Cactus ‘A brilliant story beautifully told – clever, funny, and pulls all the right emotional strings. This is just what we need right now!’ Matson Taylor, The Miseducation of Evie Epworth ‘This uplifting, thought-provoking story focuses on family ties, bravery and never losing sight of hopeful new beginnings and second chances’ Candis ‘An adorable novel about hope, second chances and the things that shape us … It’s full of wit, warmth and wisdom’ Katy Regan, Little Big Love ‘An absolute gem! Beautiful story of second chances, everyday people and love in all its forms’ Jessica Ryn, The Imperfect Art of Caring ‘A gorgeous, heartfelt story of love, grief and second chances filled with poignant warmth and irresistible characters’ Annie Lyons, Eudora Honeysett is Quite Well, Thank You ‘A rollicking story with complex, nuanced characters and terrific dry wit’ Marianne Levy, Don’t Forget to Scream

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Book SynopsisIf you're not a ten on Sophie's spreadsheet, you're never getting her between the bedsheetsNo aspect of Sophie's life goes unrecorded in her Excel spreadsheets, so when she accidentally sends it to her entire contact list instead of just her best friend, Sophie has a lot of uncomfortable explaining to do.First on the list? Dr Michael Adams. After a disastrous first date, Michael scored a 3' on Sophie's love life' tab, but when she shows up to apologise for sharing his result with the world, he issues an unexpected challenge: ten dates to prove that love can't be calculated by an equation or contained by boxes on a spreadsheet.Sophie isn't someone who's used to thinking outside the digital box, but there's something about Michael that makes her want to take a chanceReaders can't get enough of Was It Good For You?:OBSESSED with this book It was SO heartwarming and adorable, but also spicy a perfect combination.' ?????An absolute must-read from me.' ?????This book got me out of a readingTrade Review Readers can’t get enough of Kathryn Freeman: ‘Seriously love this twist on an office romance’ Christina Parker, Netgalley ‘Their chemistry was off the charts’Mad Mom Life ‘Better than most rom coms I’ve watched and read!’ Jennifer Arnold, Netgalley ‘Reads like the perfect rom-com movie’ Sinead, Librarian ‘Very sexy and very sweet’ Morgan Shulman, Goodreads ‘Warmed my heart and read like a movie…What a beautiful sweet surprise this was’ Kelsey Peterson, Goodreads ‘You have yourself a page turning, don’t want it to end story, in essence an absolutely cracking read!’ Margaret Harris, Netgalley ‘A gorgeously sweet romance!’ From Rachael Claire ‘It's got laugh out loud moments, heart wrenching moments but most important that feel good factor’ Chantiece Bates, Goodreads

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Book SynopsisTwo broke strangers.Two broken hearts.Two happily-ever-afters for the price of one?Isla and Leigh are starting to think love is not worth it.Until they both see an ad in the gazette for a new dating service, which vows to help skint singles find love for free' while giving back to the community. The dates on offer range from the classic meet cute (dog walking) to the less-than-cute (litter picking) but when Isla is matched with Leigh, she's surprised by how quickly sparks begin to fly.Being a cheap date is nothing to be ashamed of. But will the price of Leigh's past heartbreak or a suave rival offering Isla a more lavish lifestyle keep them apart? Sometimes, even low-cost romance is high stakesTrade Review‘It’s the literary equivalent of a hug from a good mate, leaving you feeling all warm and fuzzy. A perfect feel-good story!’ BARBARA COPPERTHWAITE, international #1 bestselling author of The Perfect Friend

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Book SynopsisAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA Read with Jenna Today Show Book Club Pick!Plumbs the depths of marriage, motherhood and friendship with warmth and wit. I devoured it in one gulp!” —Maria SempleA warm, incisive new novel about the enduring bonds of marriage and friendship from Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney, author of the instant New York Times bestseller The Nest Flora Mancini has been happily married for more than twenty years. But everything she thought she knew about herself, her marriage, and her relationship with her best friend, Margot, is upended when she stumbles upon an envelope containing her husband’s wedding ring—the one he claimed he lost one summer when their daughter, Ruby, was five.Flora and Julian struggled for years, scraping together just enough acting work to raise Ruby in ManhattanTrade Review“[T]errific wit and inventiveness…Now that’s entertainment.” — Wall Street Journal "Sweeney’s effectiveness as a novelist stems from her protean sympathy, her ability to move among these characters and capture each one’s feelings without judgment. As we see some of the same events from various points of view, we don’t learn who was right — who could ever be right, after all? — but we get a poignant, sometimes comic sense of the way we each experience the same events, the same decisions, the same mistakes. In Sweeney’s hands, that’s not a recipe for endless conflict, but a road to understanding and — maybe — forgiveness." — Washington Post “Sweeney’s warm, witty novel plumbs the depths of two marriages. Secrets and resentments abound, but loyalty and abiding affection carry this bicoastal tale of actors finding their way in real life.” — New York Times Book Review, Editor’s Choice “In Good Company, Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney’s follow-up to her best-selling ‘The Nest,’ she deftly and empathetically charts the nuanced rhythms of friendships, particularly those that, under certain circumstances, take on the role of a close-knit family circle.” — Boston Globe “The vivacious and tender second novel by the bestselling author of The Nest is an absorbing, wise, and tender tale of a marriage in mid-life.” — O, the Oprah Magazine “Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney’s Good Company is a smart and nuanced examination of the growing pains of long relationships, sure to spark great conversations about marriage, friendship, and parenthood." — Real Simple “This novel considers how much the bonds of friendship and marriage can withstand in a tale that has as much heart as it does intrigue." — Good Housekeeping “You don't need to be a fan of Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney's bestseller The Nest to appreciate the high stakes, sly class commentary, and masterful storytelling of Good Company—but it wouldn't hurt. — Town & Country “[T]ender and absorbing tale….Filled with humor and insight, Good Company is a warm and incisive novel about loyalty and the bonds of marriage and friendship.” — BookRiot "This effervescent, tender second novel by the bestselling author of The Nest is an enthralling saga of a marriage in midlife and the secrets that threaten to upend it." — Oprah Daily “[P]ropulsive, character-steeped story of two best friends.” — Vanity Fair “If I could "go long" on a book the way it works with stocks, I would "go long" on Good Company. (Book Stock Exchange, anyone?) This will absolutely hit the lists due to its combination of approachable, skilled prose from the author of bestseller "The Nest," the fantastic characters, and the universally shared desire to figure out who we really are.” — Zibby Owens, GMA.com "There are few writers who explore the depths of family and friendship with as much care and nuance as Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney, whose new novel is a generous, empathetic portrayal of a marriage and friendship thrown into disarray by an accidental discovery. . . . D'Aprix Sweeney interrogates all that goes into building a life together — the messiness, the heartache, and the joy." — Refinery 29 “[Sweeney’s] warmth and wit refresh a tale as old as time.” — Entertainment Weekly “From the bestselling author of The Nest comes another charming yet deceptively sharp tale of friendship, family, and all the things that get in the way of both….This is a perfect book for a quick weekend read—warm, funny, yet full of insight.” — Elle "A sheer delight." — New York Observer “After more than a year of social distancing, who isn’t craving some good company? If that’s still a few months away for you,Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney has the next best thing: Her new novel, “Good Company.” — Ron Charles, The Washington Post “[A] smoothly constructed story about love, friendship, and trust between two closely connected couples whose relationships go back decades." — Christian Science Monitor “Masterfully building character…and dropping revelations through flashbacks, D’Aprix Sweeney’s writing is smooth and propelling. Readers of introspective, relational novels will devour this.” — Booklist "Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney plumbs the depths of marriage, motherhood and friendship with warmth and wit. I devoured it in one gulp! Treat yourself to some Good Company." — Maria Semple, author of Today Will Be Different "With candor and humor, Good Company tackles big issues—the reckoning between artistic ambition and family life, the strange tension between honesty and loyalty, the way time’s inevitable passage affects friendships and romance and our sense of self. Once again, Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney has written a book you’ll stay up all night reading." — Rumaan Alam, author of Leave the World Behind "Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney's rich love story about friends who become family is generous and heartbreaking and true. I loved The Nest and I love Good Company even more." — Jade Chang, author of The Wangs vs. The World "What happens when one accidental discovery changes everything you believe about yourself and the people you love? Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney's unforgettable characters are so real, so human, and such good company (pun intended) as they struggle with profound questions about the lines between loyalty and secrecy, self-interest and self-preservation—and in doing so, ask us to do the same. Good Company is a beautifully nuanced meditation on marriage and friendship—their messiness and limitations, but also their boundless capacity for reinvention." — Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone "This book is SMART. It breathes new life into topics such as love, marriage, parenting, friendship and that old chestnut, betrayal. Set in both an erudite theater-world Manhattan and a golden-hued Hollywood, Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney hits a bullseye with every single scene. Good Company is brilliant company." — Elin Hilderbrand, author of 28 Summers

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Book Synopsis''Before you reject me, before you hate me, remember: I never asked to be Hel''s queen.''But being a normal teenager wasn''t an option either. Now she''s stuck ruling the underworld. For eternity. She doesn''t want your pity. But she does demand that you listen. It''s only fair you hear her side of the story . . . It didn''t have to be like this.

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Book SynopsisWith its wild eroding sea, its gentle rolling fields and tall churches, Suffolk is a county of contrasts. It may seem a kindly and civilised place, but in that sea, in the reed beds, the woods and even down dark town streets lurk strange beasts, ghosts and tricksters. These thirty traditional tales retold by storyteller Kirsty Hartsiotis take you into a hidden world of green children and wildmen, of lovers from beyond the grave and tricksy fairy folk. Shaped by generations of Suffolk mardle and wit, in these stories you'll discover the county's last dragon, the secret behind Black Shuck, saintly King Edmund and heroic King Raedwald, haunted airfields, broken-hearted mermaids and the exploits of the county's cunning folk. Embark on this journey around Suffolk and you'll find you're never far from a story.

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Book SynopsisWestern Isles Folk Tales is a representative collection of stories from the geographical span of the long chain of islands known as the Outer Hebrides. Some are well-known tales and others have been sought out by the author, but all are retold in the natural voice of a local man. You will find premonitions, accounts of uncanny events and mythical beings, such as the blue men of the stream who test mariners venturing into the tidal currents around the Shiant Islands. Also included are tales from islands now uninhabited, like the archipelago of St Kilda, in contrast to the witty yarns from bustling harbours. The author was the inaugural winner of the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship (1995) and his Acts of Trust collaboration with visual artist Christine Morrison won the multi-arts category in the first British Awards for Storytelling Excellence (2012). Both author and illustrator live in Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.

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Book SynopsisIF YOU HAD THE CHANCE TO FIND OUT YOUR FAMILY''S DARKEST SECRET . . . WOULD YOU?THE GRIPPING NEW SUSPENSE NOVEL ABOUT FAMILY AND LIES FROM THE 200,000 COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR NICOLA MORIARTY ''A must-read'' JO SPAIN ''Keeps you gripped until the end'' 5***** READER REVIEW ''The more I read, the quicker I turned the pages'' JO JAKEMAN ________ Jill''s three grown-up sons mean everything to her. She would do anything for her boys - protect them, lie for them, even die for them. Then one day she receives an email with the subject line: ''You Need To Know''. Jill doesn''t want to know. She leaves the warning unread. But some truths you can''t hide from. Soon Jill will start to wonder if she knows her sons at all . . . How long will these secrets stay hidden? And when they are revealed . . . can Jill''s family survive?<Trade ReviewWith terrific characters, little truth bombs exploding throughout and a smashing denouement, this book is a must-read for anybody seeking a family-drama-meets-mystery novel -- Jo Spain * bestselling author of The Confession *The more I read, the quicker I turned the pages. Stunningly vivid characters torn apart by family secrets. Loved it. -- Jo JakemanAt times dark and discomfiting, but always relatable and entertaining, with characters you feel you know, You Need To Know is stay-up-late addictive. The perfect holiday read. -- Karen PerrySecrets spill out as the story twists and turns and, with its pacy end, this is a summer must * Woman's Weekly *With intriguing twists and turns and a pacy end, this is a perfect summer read * Woman's Own Magazine *A dissection of the cobwebs of relationships that, on one hand, keep families tied together; but on another drive them apart * Canberra Times *Nicola Moriarty has a gift for domestic drama, cracking pace, and skilful narrative timing * Sydney Morning Herald *Clever, tense and jam-packed with twists and turns you won't see coming . . . while there's quite a large cast of characters to follow, you never lose track of what's happening thanks to Moriarty's polished writing and character-work. Dark, twisty and utterly enthralling, You Need to Know is a gripping domestic thriller with Netflix written all over it. It is yet another unputdownable read from the very talented Nicola Moriarty * Better Reading *You Need to Know offers a tense, well-crafted storyline, interesting, multifaceted characters, and a sensational climax. I think Nicola Moriarty has found her niche in the Aussie domestic thriller genre * Book'd Out *Moriarty has delivered another gripping domestic drama about secrets, lies and fractured families. She builds the tension so expertly, with twists and turns leading towards one cracking end, that you may well need to see a chiropractor afterwards * The Australian *A brilliant thriller * Bella *Praise for Nicola Moriarty * - *Had me turning the pages into the small hours * Gillian McAllister, bestselling author of How to Disappear *Expect dark themes and plot twists a plenty * Red *Dramatic, mysterious and compelling * Vogue *Kept me guessing to the end * Sun *With secrets and intrigue, this is a compulsive read * Sun on Sunday *Moriarty rocks the drama genre * Courier-Mail *Nicola Moriarty belongs to a family tree laded with writers. She more than holds her own * The Australian *Nicola's got great pace and snappy dialogue, and I especially like her male characters -- Liane Moriarty * Sydney Morning Herald *

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Book Synopsis 'A dreamy, romantic, irresistible treat'Lindsey Kelk 'Emotional, enthralling and exquisitely written'Cathy Bramley___________Philippa Taylor (Pepper to her friends) has big dreams. When she closes her eyes, she can picture exactly who she ought to be. The problem is, it's about as far away from her real life in a small coastal town in Suffolk as she can imagine.So when her elderly friend Josephine persuades Pepper to accompany her on a trip to Europe, she jumps at the chance to change her routine. And when Pepper bumps (literally) into the handsome Finn in Lisbon, it seems as though she might have finally found what she's been looking for.But Pepper know all too well things are rarely as they seem. Her own quiet life hides a dark secret from the past. And even though she and Finn may have been destined to find each other, Pepper suspects life may have other plans as to how the story should end.A romantic and sweeping story about friendship, love and realising that sometimes it's about the journey, not the destination.Trade ReviewBeautiful, fun and romantic, tear jerking in just the right way * Katie Fforde *'No-one takes me away quite like Isabelle Broom. Hello, Again is a dreamy, romantic, irresistible treat * Lindsey Kelk *Emotional, enthralling and exquisitely written, a story about accepting life's flaws and learning to love. I loved it -- Cathy BramleyA wonderful story about dreams and adventures, with warm, loveable characters. I loved every moment -- Rosanna LeyA gorgeously romantic escape - a summer holiday in book form -- Rachael LucasA brave and joyful story about family, loss and the power of friendship. Hello, Again is an evocative and irresistibly romantic read. I loved every page -- Katie MarshThis sweet book will make you fall head-over-heels with Isabelle Broom's ebullient tale of friendship, travel and every kind of love. Sunshine, laughter and Lisbon - just gorgeous * Veronica Henry *A beautifully told story about overcoming grief, opening your heart to adventure and finding love, and friendship, in the places you least expect it. A perfect summer escape * Cressida McLaughlin *If you're looking for a book to completely transport you to a sunny, carefree location, this is it. Uplifting and romantic, Hello Again is simply gorgeous * Catherine Isaac *Isabelle Broom has done it again . . . Hello, Again is genuinely her best novel yet. It's beautiful, warm, heart-wrenching, and I cried happy and sad tears several times . . . every page sweeps you away somewhere magical. I can't recommend Hello, Again highly enough - but get two copies, because one is going to get worn out from re-reads very quickly * Lucy Vine *The characters are fresh and real, and Isabelle Broom's writing paints the most beautiful picture. Heartfelt, evocative and life-affirming; a book I'd say Hello, Again to time after time . . . beautifully written, heartfelt, escapist fiction * Lisa Dickenson *Romantic, heartbreaking, evocative and unexpected * Rosie Blake *This is a story full of heart * Good Housekeeping *This charming tale is the next best thing to getting on a plane * Best *A gorgeous read that will transport you to some of the world's most magical cities in a heartbeat * Fabulous Magazine (The Sun) *A magically romantic voyage of self-discovery, with some fabulously escapist settings * Sunday Mirror *A joy to read * My Weekly *A wonderful tale of hope, redemption and new beginnings, you will root for Pepper from the off. Add Broom's incredible eye for scene-setting details to the mix - which whisk you off to sun-soaked places you can now only dream of - and you've got a perfect slice of escapism that will put a real spring in your step * Heat *Sweet and transporting * Stylist *The perfect read for difficult times, transporting readers to faraway places with memorable characters . . . Romantic, evocative and really quite wonderful * Express *Praise for Isabelle Broom -- -Beautiful -- Giovanna FletcherUtterly romantic -- Adele ParksBrilliantly evocative -- Paige ToonA writing powerhouse -- Carrie Hope FletcherNobody does irresistible love stories and stunning destinations quite like Isabelle Broom -- Rosie WalshIrresistible, unashamedly romantic and touching * Daily Express *Fresh, intelligent romantic fiction with a sparklingly escapist setting * Sunday Mirror *Gorgeously romantic -- Milly JohnsonCombines a wonderful setting with the poignancy of self-discovery and a touching romance -- Katie Fforde

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Book Synopsis'The book of the summer!' BellaA somebody. A nobody.A love story waiting to be written . . .All aspiring novelist Honor has ever wanted is to be successful. It's the only way she can impress the father who abandoned her, the boyfriend who gave up on her, and the nagging voice in her head that tells her she's not good enough.Still, wanting to tell a story is not the same as having a story to tell, and Honor knows she needs to find a new source of inspiration.When she's invited to spend a summer abroad in The Hamptons, Honor realises it could be the dream setting for a book, especially when a chance encounter provides her with the perfect leading man.But blurring fact and fiction is a dangerous game, and Honor soon discovers that writing her way to success might come at the expense of her own happy ever after . . .The perfect novel to escape with:'An absolutely perfect holiday read' Heat''Funny, evocative, empowering and deliriously romantic - an absolute summer essential' Katie Marsh'A sizzling holiday romance' Cressida McLaughlin'A gorgeous summer tale' Pernielle Hughes'I adored it!' Liz FenwickTrade ReviewThe Beach Holiday is a stunning, sumptuous romance that will having you laughing, crying and falling hard for its central characters. It's a sizzling holiday romance, the perfect escape to get lost in. You'll fall in love with Honor, Cellan and summertime in the Hamptons, and you won't ever want to leave. * Cressida McLaughlin *A perfect holiday escape. I adored it! * Liz Fenwick *I fell in love with The Beach Holiday from the very first page . . . The book is funny, evocative, empowering and deliriously romantic - an absolute summer essential * Katie Marsh *Isabelle Broom's talent for transporting readers to faraway places is little short of magic. Set in the Hamptons, The Beach Holiday is a gorgeous summer tale of chance encounters, hope and love shining through. Let her whisk you away - sun lotion and this book is all you and your sun lounger need. * Pernille Hughes *'I simply couldn't put it down . . . It's so dreamy and romantic' * Emily Kerr *Nails the spirit and glamour of The Hamptons - I loved it * Tasmina Perry *I'm a sucker for books set in the Hamptons, the seaside villages where rich New Yorkers escape the city heat. Aspiring novelist Honor spends a summer in the Hamptons and meets Hollywood actor Cellan * Prima - 3 of the best sunny reads for summer *If you're looking to get away from it all, this is the book for you. Sun, sand, secrets and a sexy, sassy romance to die for. It's the perfect summer escape and I want to read it all over again! * Holly Hepburn *Escapist adventure from the author who sets romances in far-flung destinations * Best *All aspiring novelist Honor has ever wanted is to be successful. It's the only way she can impress the fatherwho abandoned her, the boyfriend who left her, and the nagging voice in her head that tells her she's not goodenough. When she's invited to spend a summer in The Hamptons, Honor realises it could be the dream settingfor a book, especially when a chance encounter provides her with the perfect leading man. But blurring factand fiction is a dangerous game, and Honor soon discovers that writing her way to success might come at theexpense of her own happy ever after. * Magicmums *An absolutely perfect holiday read * Heat *Part contemporary romance, part family drama, this is the kind of novel that feels like taking a trip abroad. You live all the beach holiday vibes with Honor and root for her all the way. * CultureFly *The book of the summer! * Bella *A perfect escapist read * Closer *You'll almost feel sand between your toes and hear the surf as the author takes you to America's playground of the rick, the Hamptons * Peterborough Telegraph *'Sun-soaked and glamorous, with charming and compelling characters, this irresistibly romantic novel is the perfect beach read * Sunday Express *Escapist, atmospheric and easy-going, this breezy book by Isabelle Broom is the perfect beach blanket read * Woman and Home *The ideal escapist read * Woman's Weekly *The perfect beach-blanket read * Woman *With Isabelle Broom's trademark immersion into gorgeous settings, this is the perfect summer read - whether you're off to far flung lands or simply staying home * People's Friend *

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes the steamy first novel in her new adrenaline-fueled Richter series.As an employee of MacBain Security and Solutions, Claire Kelly can certainly hold her own. Armed with an impressive set of covert skills, she’s more than prepared to tackle any job that comes her way…except one involving Cooper Lockman.Cooper and Claire used to work together before his feelings for her sent him packing to Europe for six long years. But now he’s back and determined to ignore the still-smoldering heat that lingers between them.Their current mission: go undercover together at a California high school to root out the mastermind behind a prostitution ring targeting young girls. The closer they get to the truth and the closer they get to each other, however, the deadlier their task becomes. As Claire and Cooper risk their lives to bring down their target, will their hearts be the final casualties?

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Book Synopsis'I loved it! Clever, romantic, funny and completely different!’ Katie FfordeCan old-fashioned courtship survive in today’s dating world?When Emma Love’s mother retires, it is time for her to take the reins of the family dating agency and build on its success. And she has a fresh new idea: to host a Jane Austen-style Regency Season of glamourous events where potential lovers can actually take the time to get to know each other in person, with no apps in between.As the round of glamourous social events begins, we meet some of Emma’s new clients, and see her matchmaking skills in action.Annie, who has a romantic soul but believes she lost her chance at love a long time ago; recently divorced Jane, who is not quite ready to see what her new love life might look like, and wild child Lydia, who is more interested in hooking up than finding her Mr Darcy.All is going swimmingly but as the Season unfolds, there is a fly in Emma’s ointment – the irritating Mr Knight, with his casual attitude and gentle cynicism. Why is she allowing him to ruffle her calm, ordered life and why can’t she stop thinking about him? She has no intention of becoming romantically involved herself, of course; she is far too sensible to take a chance on love – isn’t she?Jane Austen meets Sophie Kinsella in this laugh-out-loud, captivating romantic comedy. If you love Julia Quinn, Lex Croucher or A Lady's Guide to Fortune Hunting, you'll love this!Readers are loving A Season for Love:'I adored this witty, joyous romp of a tale.' Liz Fenwick‘Such a good book. I liked the characters, I loved reading their stories as they unfurled.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘What a fun read!…Three very modern romances occur against a backdrop of Regency recreation.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Devoured this book…A modern-day must for lovers of Jane Austen. Cannot wait for the next book in the series. Highly recommend.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘I loved this book, the characters and the atmosphere. It was perfection.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘This was such a cute read! It takes readers back in time…Emma and Mr Knight were an irresistible combo.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘I loved the way Ally Sinclair brought elements of Jane Austen and flair of Bridgerton into a funny romance. I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘This is a fun read! I needed some crazy laughs. Needed a feel good romcom. I got it all from this book.’ Reader Review‘With the plot twists, the modern-day representation…and the wonderful writing, I can sincerely say that this book is at the top of my Regency-esque themed books!...It’s like combining modern times with a Regency-era concept!’ Reader Review‘The book had Bridgerton vibes, humor, comedy, romance, well-written characters and an interesting plot and good development! Highly recommended!’ Reader Review‘What a delightful read!...I loved watching every single character's story unfold’ Reader Review‘A fun, engaging read which takes all things Regency and throws it into the 21st Century… Perfect for fans of Austen, Bridgerton…Or if you just want a different type of Rom-Com to cosy up with.’ Reader Review‘Hooked and hooked some more. Loved all of this and couldn't put it down…Read it.’ Reader Review

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