Historical romance
Pan Macmillan Ross Poldark
Book SynopsisWinston Graham was the author of more than forty novels, including The Walking Stick, Angell, Pearl and Little God, Stephanie and Tremor. His novels have been widely translated and his famous Poldark series has been developed into two television series shown in twenty-four countries. Many of Winston Graham's books have been filmed for the big screen, the most notable being Marnie, directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Winston Graham was a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and in 1983 was awarded the OBE. He died in July 2003.Trade ReviewRoss is one of literature's great heroes . . . [with] elements of Darcy, Heathcliff, Rhett Butler and Robin Hood -- Debbie Horsfield
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SPCK Publishing Redeeming Love
Book SynopsisPublisher’s Weekly bestseller. Soon to be a major motion picture! New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers brilliantly retells the biblical love story of Gomer and Hosea during the California Gold Rush. Angel, living in California’s Gold country, is sold into prostitution as a child and quickly learns that men want only one thing from her and are never to be trusted. It is her burning hatred towards these men that keep her alive and she has no intention of changing her ways until Michael Hosea, a godly man, declares God has called upon him to marry her and love her unconditionally. Angel leaves her difficult life behind and slowly, day by day, her heart starts to warm towards Michael. But with these new feelings of affection come overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. Can Angel overcome these feelings of shame and accept Michael’s love and the love of God who loves her unconditionally? This classic story of God’s unconditional love has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.
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Union Square & Co. Jane Austen Barnes Noble Collectible Classics
Book SynopsisIn a publishing career that spanned less than a decade, Jane Austen revolutionised the literary romance, using it as a stage from which to address issues of gender politics and class-consciousness rarely expressed in her day. The novels included in this beautiful leatherbound collection - -
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Orion Publishing Co Gabaldon D Echo in the Bone
Book SynopsisTHE TRIUMPHANT SEVENTH NOVEL IN THE MULTI-MILLION BESTSELLING OUTLANDER SERIES.The year is 1777. The place, North Carolina. And as the American rebellion grows in intensity, Highlander Jamie Fraser and his wife Claire need to decide which side their family is going to be on.The choice should be an easy one, given that Claire was born in the twentieth century and has already seen the future - in history books. But things are never simple where the Frasers are concerned, as father and son unwittingly come face to face on the battlefield, and an old adversary reaches forward in time to threaten the next generation.Up to now, Claire and Jamie''s love has survived every danger history has put in their path, but in the chaos of war, with families bitterly divided against each other, is the future finally going to catch up with them?Trade ReviewA grand adventure written on a canvas that probes the heart, weighs the soul and measures the human spirit across ten generations * CNN *The writing is superb - lush, evocative, sensual, with a wealth of historical detail * LIBRARY JOURNAL *History comes deliciously alive on the page * NEW YORK DAILY NEWS *Riveting. Gabaldon has a true storyteller's voice * GLOBE AND MAIL *A blockbuster hit * WALL STREET JOURNAL *A rich and pacey novel * WOMAN'S OWN *an enjoyable read that will teach you a great deal about 18th century history * CATHOLIC HERALD *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Cavendon Luck
Book SynopsisAs the clouds of war gather over Cavendon Hall, the next generation must step forwardThe great house of Cavendon Hall has stood on the Yorkshire moors for centuries. Two families, the aristocratic Inghams and the Swanns who serve them, have been bound by loyalty since the first stone was laid.But when war looms, sons, husbands and brothers are called up to fight; trials and tragedies strike the great house itself. The women of every generation and background must rise to meet the terrible threat posed by Hitler.The Cavendon Luck has held for a long time. Can it hold in the face of this greatest threat of all and can it protect the next generation?Trade Review‘The four young women centre stage are a feistier lot than their Downton counterparts…These are likeable, well-drawn characters whose fortunes you follow with keen interest…neatly captures the brittleness of the decade that danced and stumbled towards the Great Depression.’ Daily Mail ‘Sweeping, fascinating and dramatic… there’s even a nod to Emma Harte. The power and emotion come through on every page’ Romantic Times Book Reviews Acclaim for Cavendon Hall:‘A classic saga of loyalty, secrets, passion and intrigue…if you’ve been suffering withdrawal symptoms from Downton, this is for you’ Daily Mail ‘A stately home, a dangerous secret and two families whose fates have been intertwined for generations…a gripping period piece set on the brink of the Great War. Exquisite escapism of the highest order.’ The Lady ‘A glorious family saga for Downton Abbey fans…This is Barbara Taylor Bradford in her element, full of drama, passion, romance and danger.’ Sarah Broadhurst, lovereading.co.uk
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HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd Legends of the Lost Lilies Miss Lily 5
Book SynopsisThe final and thrilling conclusion to the popular and bestselling Miss Lily series A mysterious telegram that says, 'Lily needs you' arrives just before a plane from war-ravaged England lands in one of Sophie Greenman's paddocks. Sophie, Countess of Shillings, has been living a quiet life on her property in Australia, until love and loyalty draw her back to England where she once trained to become one of Miss Lily's 'Lovely Ladies'. Now, in 1942, Shillings Hall trains women to become espionage agents. Sophie's mission? To seek out disaffected German officers prepared to kill Hitler. Across Europe women like Sophie, or Parisian couturier Violette, or Hannelore, German Prinzessin and spy, must determine where their deepest loyalty lies. And as Europe slowly disintegrates, Miss Lily must also decide her final fate. Based on real-life events, this is the story of the women who wielded immense, yet secret, power. And in this fifth and final book in the Miss Lily series, Jackie Frenc
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Pan Macmillan The Love Letter: A thrilling novel full of
Book SynopsisKeeping secrets is a dangerous game. From Lucinda Riley, the beloved author of the Seven Sisters series, The Love Letter is a thrilling novel full of secrets, lies and unforgettable twists.'Perfect summer escapism' – Best Magazine1995, London. Sir James Harrison was one of the greatest actors of his generation. But, when he passes away at the age of ninety-five, he leaves behind more than just a heartbroken family. He leaves a secret so shocking, so devastating that it could rock the English establishment to its very core . . .Joanna Haslam is an ambitious young journalist, assigned to cover the legendary actor’s funeral. The great and the good of the celebrity world are there. But Joanna stumbles on something dark beneath the glamour: the mention of a letter Sir James left behind, the contents of which have been desperately concealed for over seventy years.As Joanna peels back the veil of lies that has shrouded this secret, she realizes that there are other forces at work – forces that would prevent her from discovering the truth. And they’ll stop at nothing to reach the letter before she does . . .This title was originally published as Seeing Double. It is available in the US as The Royal Secret.Trade ReviewTravel back to 90s London with this expose of dark secrets among the members of the English top drawer. Perfect summer escapism, with twists galore. * Best Magazine *'Masterful storytelling and imaginative power are the trademarks of Riley’s novels and this 600-page epic delivers a full-throttle escapist adventure with an extraordinary cast of unreliable characters, a right royal mystery and surprises at every turn. An intriguing change of direction from one of our best-loved authors . . .' * Lancashire Evening Post *Romance, family secrets and drama make this a multi layered read to keep your interest throughout the book * Bookliterati *Sit back and enjoy all the action, adventure, romance, danger and controversy in what for me was an extraordinary and deeply satisfying read * Shaz's Book Blog *I found myself hooked from the very first chapter . . . Lucinda Riley has skilfully woven little hints and clues into the narrative along the way for the curious reader to try to piece together the puzzle themselves. * Emma R - blog *A brilliant page-turner just soaked in glamour and romance -- Daily Mail, on The Seven SistersA masterclass in beautiful writing -- The Sun, on The Sun Sister
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HarperCollins Publishers How to Lose a Lord in Ten Days
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Pan Macmillan The Other Bennet Sister
Book Synopsis'Will delight Pride and Prejudice fans' - IndependentA wonderfully warm homage to Jane Austen and a delightful new story in its own right, Janice Hadlow's The Other Bennet Sister is a life-affirming tale of a young woman finding her place in the world. This is Mary Bennet's story . . .'It's difficult not to race through those final pages' – Jo Baker, author of LongbournIn Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Mary is the middle of the five Bennet girls and the plainest of them all, so what hope does she have? Prim and pious, with no redeeming features, she is unloved and seemingly unlovable.The Other Bennet Sister, though, shows another side to Mary. An introvert in a family of extroverts; a constant disappointment to her mother who values beauty above all else; fearful of her father’s sharp tongue; with little in common with her siblings – is it any wonder she turns to books for both company and guidance? And, if she finds her life lonely or lacking, that she determines to try harder at the one thing she can be: right.One by one, her sisters marry – Jane and Lizzy for love; Lydia for some semblance of respectability – but Mary, it seems, is destined to remain single and live out her life at Longbourn, at least until her father dies and the house is bequeathed to the reviled Mr Collins.But when that fateful day finally comes, she slowly discovers that perhaps there is hope for her, after all.Witty and uplifting, The Other Bennet Sister will make you feel – and cheer – for Mary as you never have before.Trade Review[A] novel that will delight Pride and Prejudice fans * Independent *Immersive and engaging * Guardian *Janice Hadlow has dusted down Mary, the ugly Bennet sister, and fashioned her into a heroine that even Miss Austen would approve of. A treat -- Daisy Goodwin, author of Victoria and The Fortune HunterIt’s difficult not to race through those final pages -- Jo Baker, author of LongBourn and The Body LiesThis gorgeous book pays homage to Pride and Prejudice – and follows Mary Bennet, the overlooked middle Bennet sister. It’s a wonderfully warm, comforting read – perfect on a winter’s night * The Sun *I absolutely love this novel – as will any young woman who has felt herself plain, shy, bookish and crushed -- Amanda Craig, author of The Lie of the Land and The Golden RuleFans will need no persuasion . . . Worthy of any Austen heroine * Metro *Jane fans rejoice! I loved this thoroughly estimable, worthy homage to Austen. Exceptional storytelling and a true delight -- Helen Simonson, author of Major Pettigrew's Last Stand and The Summer Before the WarPuts Mary front and centre stage exploring why she was so heartbreakingly sidelined by Mrs Bennet and gives humour and sensitivity to the most overlooked of the sisters * Stylist magazine — best books of 2020 *Impeccably researched, this lifts Mary from obscurity, as she breaks out of her mother's world and follows her own path * Daily Mail *A wonderful, absorbing, accomplished book. I loved it -- Stephanie Butland, author of Lost for Words and The Woman in the PhotographEntertaining and thoroughly engrossing * Kirkus starred review *Vivid and convincing * Sydney Morning Herald *I absolutely love this novel -- Amanda Craig
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Little, Brown Book Group The Coming of the Wolf The Wild Hunt series
Book SynopsisThe long-awaited prequel to Elizabeth Chadwick''s bestselling and beloved first novel The Wild Hunt''Picking up an Elizabeth Chadwick novel you know you are in for a sumptuous ride''Daily TelegraphThe Welsh Borders, 1069 When Ashdyke Manor is attacked, Lady Christen is forced to witness her husband''s murder and the pillaging of her lands at the hands of brutal Norman invaders. It seems the pain is finally over when Miles Le Gallois, Lord of Milnham-on-Wye, calls off the attack. But he has Christen''s brother under armed guard and a deal to offer: her brother''s freedom for her hand in marriage. Christen finds herself hastily married into the enemy side, with her brother swearing his vengeance on her new husband. Miles and Christen''s precarious union invites enemies from all sides and when Miles is summoned for a lengthy campaign by the King, Christen is left to watch hi
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HarperCollins Publishers The Invitation Escape with this epic pageturning
Book SynopsisThe perfect summer read Gorgeously compelling' Good HousekeepingFull of mystery and long-reaching shadows of the past . . . richly drawn and compelling' Rosanna LeyIt's 1951. In Europe's post-war wreckage, the glittering Italian Riviera draws an eclectic cast of characters; lured by the glamour but seeking an escape.Amongst them, two outcasts: Hal, an English journalist who's living on his charm; and Stella, an enigmatic society beauty, bound to a profiteering husband. When Hal receives a mysterious invitation from a wealthy Contessa, he finds himself aboard a yacht headed for Cannes film festival.Scratch the beautiful surface, and the post-war scars of his new companions are quick to show. Then there's Stella, whose secrets run deeper than anyone's stretching back into the violence of Franco's Spain. And as Hal gets drawn closer, a love affair begins that will endanger everyoneThe Invitation is an epic love story that will transport you from the glamour of the Italian Riviera, to theTrade Review‘A seductive love tale’ Sunday Times Style ‘Such a tense, intriguing, beautiful, heart-rending story . . . The characters are so real, the research flawless, the setting sublime. Read it!’ Clare Mackintosh ‘Glamour, secrets and danger makes this a gorgeous summer read’ Woman & Home ‘Sultry escapist fiction at its best – 5*’ HEAT ‘The perfect summer read… Gorgeously compelling’ Good Housekeeping ‘Oozes glamour… Lush, romantic and cleverly crafted – a brainy beach read to relish’ Sunday Mirror ‘I loved THE INVITATION . . . I could dive into this book. A beautifully complex and vivid story, full of repressed longing and secrets. An absolutely enchanting tale’ Lucinda Riley ‘A seductive love tale’ Sunday Times Style ‘So powerfully evoked . . . with dark, sensuous undercurrents that lingered on in my mind, long after I'd reluctantly left Stella and Hal behind’ Kate Riordan ‘Film crew, Italian Riviera, 1950s. What part of that does not appeal?’ Red ‘Full of mystery and long-reaching shadows of the past . . . richly drawn and compelling’ Rosanna Ley ‘This epic love story is an unputdownable summer read’ Essentials ‘If you like Victoria Hislop you’ll love the seductive and heady The Invitation’ Lovereading ‘An utterly seductive story depicting forbidden love and loss in 1950s Italy. The perfect beach read this summer' Louise O’Neill ‘I loved every page – it's vividly written and utterly absorbing’ Iona Grey ‘Foley weaves a very satisfying love story . . . readers will be taken by the luxurious Mediterranean setting’ Publishers Weekly ‘Glamorous and romantic and bittersweet all at once . . . a fabulous story’ Beatriz Williams, New York Times bestselling author of A Hundred Summers ‘It's a beautiful, compulsive and glamorous read – perfect for long summer days’ Lucy Clarke, author of the Richard & Judy bestseller, The Sea Sisters
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Little, Brown Book Group Love in the Afternoon The Hathaways
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas comes the next stunning novel in the Hathaways series - perfect for fans of Sarah MacLean, Julia Quinn and Eloisa James. ''Lisa Kleypas is the best'' Sarah MacLean She harbours a secret yearning . . .As a lover of animals and nature, Beatrix Hathaway has always been more comfortable outdoors than in the ballroom. Even though she participated in the London season in the past, the classic beauty and free-spirited Beatrix has never been swept away or seriously courted . . . and she has resigned herself to the fate of never finding love. Has the time come for the most unconventional of the Hathaway sisters to settle for an ordinary man - just to avoid spinsterhood?He is a world-weary cynic . . .Captain Christopher Phelan is a handsome, daring soldier who plans to marry Beatrix''s friend, the vivacious flirt Prudence Mercer, when he retur
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Pan Macmillan The Missing Sister: The spellbinding penultimate
Book SynopsisThey’ll search the world to find her.From the Sunday Times number one bestselling author Lucinda Riley, The Missing Sister is the seventh instalment in the multimillion-copy epic series The Seven Sisters.'I’ve loved the Seven Sisters from the get-go and this latest in the series is just as great as the rest . . . As ever there’s a brilliant historical subplot' - Daily MailThe six D’Aplièse sisters have each been on their own incredible journey to discover their heritage, but they still have one question left unanswered: who and where is the seventh sister?They only have one clue – an image of a star-shaped emerald ring. The search to find the missing sister will take them across the globe – from New Zealand to Canada, England, France and Ireland – uniting them all in their mission to complete their family at last.In doing so, they will slowly unearth a story of love, strength and sacrifice that began almost one hundred years ago, as other brave young women risk everything to change the world around them.PRAISE FOR THE SEVEN SISTERS SERIES'The Seven Sisters series is heart-wrenching, uplifting and utterly enthralling'Lucy Foley'Well researched and compelling … on an epic scale' Sunday Express'There’s something magical about these stories' Prima'Addictive storytelling' Woman & Home'A masterclass in beautiful writing' The SunTrade ReviewA masterclass in beautiful writing -- Sun on The Sun SisterDelicious reading -- Daily Mail on The Pearl SisterA breathtaking adventure brimming with cruelty, tragedy, passion [and] obsession -- Lancashire Evening Post on The Moon SisterAnother epic tale of love, loss and discovery -- My Weekly on The Pearl SisterHeart-wrenching, uplifting and utterly enthralling. The Seven Sisters series is Lucinda Riley at the top of her game: a magical storyteller who creates characters we fall in love with and who stay with us long after we finish reading. Dazzlingly good -- Lucy Foley, bestselling author of The Hunting Party, on The Sun Sister
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Headline Publishing Group The Book of Lost Names: The novel Heather Morris
Book SynopsisThroughout the 1940s, forgers helped thousands of children escape Nazi France. In this instant New York Times bestseller, Kristin Harmel reimagines their story... Perfect for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Librarian of Auschwitz and The Book Thief. In 1942, Eva is forced to flee Paris after the arrest of her father, a Polish Jew. Finding refuge in a small mountain town, she begins forging identity documents for Jewish children escaping to neutral Switzerland. But erasing people comes with a price, and along with a mysterious, handsome forger named Rémy, Eva realises she must find a way to preserve the real names of the children who are too young to remember their own identities.When Rémy disappears and the resistance cell they work for is betrayed, the records they keep in The Book of Lost Names become even more crucial to remembering the truth...A present day discovery of the book leaves researchers fascinated by its origins and desperate to decipher its codes. Only Eva holds the answer but will she have the strength to face old memories and help reunite those lost during the war?If you loved The Book of Lost Names, don't miss Kristin Harmel's The Winemaker's Wife, available now. ___________What readers are saying about The Book of Lost Names: 'A heart-stopping tale of survival and heroism centered on a female forger who risks everything to help Jewish children escape Nazi-occupied France' People Magazine, '20 Best Books to Read this Summer''Brilliantly imagined ... This thoughtful work will touch readers with its testament to the endurance of hope' Publishers Weekly, Starred Review'Harmel illuminates heartbreakingly real but forgotten stories from WW2, blended with a dash of suspense and romance' Booklist'A fascinating, heartrending page-turner' Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author'This moving novel will resonate with readers who love World War II stories about courage, survival and resilience' Bookbub'Smart, evocative and utterly engrossing' getliterary.com'An engaging and evocative novel ... A testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of bravery and love in the face of evil' Goodreads'One of my favourite July 2020 book releases ... The discussion of identity with themes of religion, family, selflessness, and nationhood will sit with you long after closing the last chapter' theuncorkedlibrarian.com'It's a fabulous read that you will fly through, but not without shedding some tears' freshfiction.com'This is a beautifully written story that captured my attention and heart from the very first pages!' Reading Between the Pages BlogWhat readers are saying about The Winemaker's Wife:'Engrossing ... A suspenseful tale of courage and sacrifice' Pam Jenoff, NYT bestselling author 'What could be better than [...] a writer as compulsively readable as Kristin Harmel? Pick up this epic and heart-wrenching WWII tale immediately!' Alyson Noël, #1 NYT bestselling author'Once you start reading this moving novel, you will not be able to put it down until you reach the last page' Armando Lucas Correa, bestselling author'Written in heart-wrenching prose, The Winemaker's Wife is a complex story of love, betrayal and impossible courage ... I couldn't turn the pages fast enough' Anita Hughes, bestselling authorTrade Review'A heart-stopping tale of survival and heroism centered on a female forger who risks everything to help Jewish children escape Nazi-occupied France' - People Magazine, '20 Best Books to Read this Summer''Brilliantly imagined ... This thoughtful work will touch readers with its testament to the endurance of hope' - Publishers Weekly, Starred Review'Harmel illuminates heartbreakingly real but forgotten stories from WW2, blended with a dash of suspense and romance' - Booklist'A fascinating, heartrending page-turner' - Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author'This moving novel will resonate with readers who love World War II stories about courage, survival and resilience' - Bookbub'Smart, evocative and utterly engrossing' - getliterary.com'An engaging and evocative novel ... A testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of bravery and love in the face of evil' - Goodreads'One of my favourite July 2020 book releases ... The discussion of identity with themes of religion, family, selflessness, and nationhood will sit with you long after closing the last chapter' - theuncorkedlibrarian.com'It's a fabulous read that you will fly through, but not without shedding some tears' - freshfiction.com'This is a beautifully written story that captured my attention and heart from the very first pages!' - Reading Between the Pages Blog
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Pan Macmillan Far From the Madding Crowd
Book SynopsisFar From the Madding Crowd was the first of Hardy’s novels to give the name of Wessex to the landscape of south-west England and is set against the backdrop of the unchanging natural cycle of the year. The story both upholds and questions rural values with a startlingly modern sensibility.Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features original illustrations by Helen Allingham and an introduction by Professor Mark Ford.Gabriel Oak is only one of three suitors for the hand of the beautiful and spirited Bathsheba Everdene. He must compete with the dashing young soldier Sergeant Troy and respectable, middle-aged Farmer Boldwood. And while their fates depend upon the choice Bathsheba makes, she discovers the terrible consequences of an inconstant heart.Trade ReviewFar From the Madding Crowd is the first of Thomas Hardy's great novels, and the first to sound the tragic note for which his fiction is best remembered -- Margaret DrabbleI have always loved this author whose writing so romantically and evocatively captures the essence of that part of England * The Australian *The imagined Wessex . . . appealed to a nostalgic appetite for vanishing pastoral traditions among the urbanized population of Victorian Britain -- Dinah Birch * Guardian *Hardy’s natural modesty and reticence were such that he stood at the back of the crowd until he was noticed and escorted to a place of honour * Guardian *
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Headline Publishing Group The Key
Book Synopsis* THE MEMORY BOX, THE BRAND NEW NOVEL FROM KATHRYN HUGHES, IS AVAILABLE NOW *A hidden note. A lost love. A second chance...''A wonderful, enthralling story; one that I didn''t want to end'' Lesley Pearse on The Key ''A heartbreakingly powerful read''The Sun on The KeyFrom the #1 bestselling author of The Letter, Kathryn Hughes, comes The Key, an unforgettable story of a heartbreaking secret that will stay with you for ever.1956 It''s Ellen Crosby''s first day as a student nurse at Ambergate Hospital. When she meets a young woman admitted by her father, little does Ellen know that a choice she will make is to change both their lives for ever...2006Sarah is drawn to the now abandoned Ambergate. Whilst exploring the old corridors she discovers a suitcase belonging to a female patient who entered Ambergate fifty years earlier. The shocking contents, untouched for half a century, will lead Sarah to unravel a forgotten story of tragedy and lost love, and the chance to make an old wrong right . . .''Oh wow! This story broke my heart then filled it with joy then broke it all over again! I adored The Letter and The Secret but this I have to say was my favourite. Heartfelt and poignant an absolute joy'' A reader on The KeyIt''s time to discover what a million readers already know. No one grips your heart like Kathryn Hughes . . .''You will find it hard to put down. I cried buckets of tears reading it''''A beautifully told, tragic tale . . . restoring your faith in the kindness of strangers and the strength of the human spirit''''From start to finish, a lovely, sometimes heartbreaking read''''A sheer joy to read . . . Wonderfully romantic with beautiful characters''''I have finished this book with tears in my eyes but a smile on my face''''I couldn''t put it down. So beautifully written. I feel like I''m a better person for reading it'' ''I cried with this book - it tugged at the heart all the way through'' ''This must be one of the best books I have ever read''''You will be thinking of this book long after you''ve finished it''Trade ReviewA heartbreakingly powerful read * The Sun *Praise for Kathryn Hughes' international bestsellersAutumnal Sunday afternoons were invented solely to read heart-tugging novels like this * Red *This moving love story had everyone talking . . . Get set to be hooked * Look *A beautiful story . . . I didn't want to put it down * Reviewed by Fran *You will find it hard to put down. I cried buckets of tears reading it * Books With Wine And Chocolate *A wonderful, uplifting story -- Lesley PearseBeautifully written and incredibly poignant. You cannot fail to fall for this story . . . I am delighted to highly recommend * The Last Word Book Reviews *The story kept me gripped . . . A breath of fresh air, and just what I needed after a long day in the office * Here.You.Me *An emotional and intriguing read . . . Keeps you guessing right to the end * People’s Friend *Gripping * Good Housekeeping *Heart-warming and optimistic * Jen Med’s Book Reviews *A gripping and moving family drama that will tug at the reader's heart * Writing magazine *Pulled me in right from the first page . . . I really enjoyed this book * Rea’s Book Reviews *I so thoroughly enjoyed this book, it was filled with all kinds of mystery, family secrets, [and] characters that really stood out * Read Along With Sue *One that you just HAVE to finish * Hollie in Wanderlust *A wonderful and memorable read that will stay with me for a long time * By The Letter Book Reviews *
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Zaffre Keep the Home Fires Burning: A heart-warming
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans Rosie Clarke and Annie Groves, comes a novel that will delight everyone that loved Call the Midwife and Foyle's War. The first in a fabulous new series from the creator of ITV smash-hit Home Fires.In Britain's darkest hour, an extraordinary community of women strives to protect the Home Front. When an enemy plane crashes into the village, every one of their lives will change for ever . . . Frances Barden, Chair of Great Paxford's Women's Institue, feels it's her role to lead the community. But as her factory is shut down and her husband's secret child arrives at her door, she finds she'll need the support of every woman in the WI. Luckily she has Pat Simms, Erica Campbell and Steph Farrow to turn to.But as the war escalates, each woman finds herself facing challenges she never expected and threats she couldn't have imagined. When a plane crashes in the heart of their village, every one of their lives will change for ever. Will their combined strength be enough to get them through the war?Keep the Home Fires Burning is also available as a four-part ebook serial that begins with Part One: Spitfire Down!. Look out for the second book in this fabulous series coming in 2018. Search 9781785764301.What you are saying about Keep the Home Fires Burning: 'I'd put it on par with Call the Midwife . . . great characters and a strong story . . .''Love, love, love this book!!!''Beautiful, nuanced characters . . . you'll find yourself laughing and crying along with everyone in Great Paxford''It is so warm, pulling you into the lives of these strong courageous women, sharing their deepest fears and highest joys . . . Wonderfully compelling''Read it all in one sitting. I can hardly wait for the next instalment''An excellent story''I absolutely adore these books''I have enjoyed these books immensely''I feel like I actually know the Great Paxford community and their struggles. So looking forward to the next book''Has me sitting on the edge of my seat''Several scenes brought tears to both my husband and my eyes . . .''Wonderful story, great characterisations and full of personal valour!''Could not stop reading . . . you feel such empathy with the characters and the storylines are so gripping and involve the reader emotionally''This story just gets more interesting''Absolutely brilliant book, couldn't put it down''Can't wait for the next book''Well-rounded, diverse and complex characters''Wasn't sure it would be as good as TV, but was I wrong . . . couldn't put it down''Totally wonderful in every way''Loved it, couldn't put it down''I can't wait to read the next book''Excellent''Looking forward to the next instalment already''Love reading about these characters and their storylines. Five stars''Savouring every scene''I highly recommend this book and I am anxiously looking forward to the next book!''I just love this book''Brilliant''I can't wait to read the next book''Loved the TV series. Loved the book''I just want more and more'Trade ReviewI very quickly became embroiled . . . a really enjoyable book. Greatly looking forward to the next one * Rosie Goodwin *
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Pan Macmillan Sanditon, Lady Susan, & The History of England:
Book SynopsisSanditon, Lady Susan, & The History of England: The Juvenilia and Shorter Works of Jane Austen is a rare collection and a must for all Jane-ites.Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features an introduction by Kathryn White.Representing what Richard Church regarded as Jane Austen's literary work-basket, this collection contains not only her hilarious History of England, illustrated by her favourite sister Cassandra, but the unfinished Sanditon, the novel of her maturity on which she was working at her death, aged forty-two. Also included are the two epistolary novels, Lady Susan and Love and Friendship [sic], and other, shorter works: ‘The Watsons’, ‘Catharine’, ‘Lesley Castle’, ‘Evelyn’, ‘Frederic and Elfrida’, ‘Jack and Alice’, ‘Edgar and Emma’, ‘Henry and Eliza’ and ‘The Three Sisters’.Trade ReviewWe will all die, though probably not from the thing that we feared or foresaw. That certainty haunts the book, sharpens the pitch of its comedy, and sets it apart from her earlier works. -- Anthony Lane * The New Yorker *
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Pan Macmillan The Glovemaker
Book SynopsisUtah, 1888. As one woman awaits her husbandâs return home, a stranger arrives on her doorstep . . .Trade ReviewWeisgarber's exploration of a woman struggling to satisfy her conscience is telling and touching * Sunday Times *The Glovemaker, Ann Weisgarber’s engrossing, troubling, honest-to-goodness third novel, is as stark and touching as the lives described, as tense and testing as the Utah backlands where it’s set, as fine as any fiction you will read this year -- Jim Crace, author of Harvest and The MelodyA tense, taut, historically faithful tale * Saga *Weisgarber, in The Glovemaker, has once again created a heroine of extraordinary grace and courage in a challenging, at times violent, but ultimately sublime landscape. -- Kathleen Kent, author of The Heretic's DaughterI loved everything about this book – the characters, the plot, the vivid and unique setting – but most of all I loved the fact that it felt so raw and honest -- Juliet West, author of The FaithfulAnother triumph from one of our country’s finest historical novelists . . . Weisgarber gives us a spellbinding, multi-layered heroine whose survival is jeopardized by the harshness of the land and the man she loves. A tale of moral complexity . . . Compelling and suspenseful -- Sarah Bird, author of Daughter of a QueenA compelling story balanced on the knife edge between religion and ethics, crime and sin, compassion and fear -- Mary Doria Russell, author of Doc and EpitaphWhen I first started reading Ann Weisgarber’s new book, I had no expectation that a novel about renegade Mormons in Utah in the 1880’s could turn out to be so precisely suspenseful that, if Alfred Hitchcock were alive, he might snap up the film rights. The Glovemaker is a humane, high-velocity glimpse into the ever-simmering dilemmas of faith and conscience -- Stephen Harrigan, author of The Gates of the Alamo and Remember Ben ClaytonMarvelous . . . This is a rich, powerful, and wholly immersive tale * Publisher's Weekly *Weisgarber makes effective use of early Mormon history to explore moral choice, and compression in language, setting, number of characters, and chronology lends this tale an unusual force * Booklist *Historical novelist Ann Weisgarber beautifully paints the harsh, lonely environment of the Utah Territory . . . while creating tense moments and life-altering revelations of her heroine . . . Weisgarber's strong grip on suspense keeps the pages turning until the last storm passes * Book Page *Ann Weisgarber excels at the slowly unfurling tale, where the characters’ waiting and indecisionbuild tension as deftly as any action sequence. Highly recommend. * Historical Novel Society *Compelling, passionate, and adventurous . . . for readers of Tracy Chevalier * PDE *
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Little, Brown Book Group Bridgerton An Offer From A Gentleman Bridgertons
Book SynopsisThe third book in the globally bestselling Bridgerton Family series, and now the inspiration behind Bridgerton series four. Welcome to Benedict's story . . .
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Zaffre A Woman's Courage: The perfect heartwarming
Book SynopsisThe new heartwarming wartime saga in the Home Fires series, perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke and Annie Groves.In the midst of World War II, the members of one village WI fight harder than ever to help the war effort . . .But behind closed doors, each is fighting a more personal battle.Pat Simms is reeling from her own role in her abusive husband's death, and the new freedom before her is daunting. Sarah Collingborne is struggling with the absence of her husband, who is stranded in a POW camp abroad, and trying her best to fill his treasured place in the village.Meanwhile, Teresa Lucas is anxious about her future as a parent, and her friend Alison Scotlock is on the verge of starting a new relationship. And Miriam Brindsley's good luck might be about to change . . .Grieving for men already lost and anxious for those still away fighting, the women of Great Paxford must rely on each other. Amidst the complexities of broken relationships, loss and friendship, this group of very different women must work together to find a way through.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Last Tudor
Book SynopsisTHE FINAL COMPELLING TUDOR NOVEL FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER PHILIPPA GREGORY ‘How long do I have?’ I force a laugh.‘Not long,’ he says very quietly. ‘They have confirmed your sentence of death. You are to be beheaded tomorrow. We don’t have long at all.’ Jane Grey was Queen of England for nine days. Using her position as cousin to the deceased king, her father and his conspirators put her on the throne ahead of the king’s half-sister Mary, who quickly mustered an army, claimed her crown and locked Jane in the Tower. When Jane refused to betray her Protestant faith, Mary sent her to the executioner’s block. There Jane turned her father’s greedy, failed grab for power into her own brave and tragic martyrdom. ‘Learn you to die’ is the advice that Jane gives in a letter to her younger sister Katherine, who has n
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Cornerstone False Colours
Book SynopsisAuthor of over fifty books, Georgette Heyer is the best-known and best-loved of all historical novelists, who made the Regency period her own. Her first novel, The Black Moth, published in 1921, was written at the age of fifteen to amuse her convalescent brother; her last was My Lord John. Although most famous for her historical novels, she also wrote eleven detective stories. Georgette Heyer died in 1974 at the age of seventy-one.Trade Review"Sparkling" The Independent "Georgette Heyer is unbeatable" -- India Knight "A writer of great wit and style ... I've read her books to ragged shreds" -- Kate Fenton Daily Telegraph
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HarperCollins The Bronze Horseman
Book SynopsisUSA Today BestsellerCalled “a Russian Thorn Birds,” The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons is a sweeping saga of love and war that has been a monumental bestseller all over the world. The acclaimed author of Tully, Simons has written a stirring tale of devotion, passion, secrets, betray, and sacrifice. “A love story both tender and fierce” (Publishers Weekly ) that “Recalls Dr. Zhivago” (People Magazine), The Bronze Horseman is rich and vivid historical fiction at its finest.The golden skies, the translucent twilight, the white nights, all hold the promise of youth, of love, of eternal renewal. The war has not yet touched this city of fallen grandeur, or the lives of two sisters, Tatiana and Dasha Metanova, who share a single room in a cramped apartment with their brother and parents. Their world is turned upside down when Hitler''s armies attack Russia and begin their unstoppable blitz to Leningrad.Yet there is light in the darkness. Tatiana meets Alexander, a brave young officer in the Red Army. Strong and self-confident, yet guarding a mysterious and troubled past, he is drawn to Tatiana—and she to him. Starvation, desperation, and fear soon grip their city during the terrible winter of the merciless German siege. Tatiana and Alexander''s impossible love threatens to tear the Metanova family apart and expose the dangerous secret Alexander so carefully protects—a secret as devastating as the war itself—as the lovers are swept up in the brutal tides that will change the world and their lives forever.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Its in His Kiss
Book SynopsisMeet Our Hero . . .Gareth St. Clair is in a bind. His father, who detests him, is determined to beggar the St. Clair estates and ruin his inheritance. Gareth’s sole bequest is an old family diary, which may or may not contain the secrets of his past . . . and the key to his future. The problem is—it’s written in Italian, of which Gareth speaks not a word.Meet Our Heroine . . .All the ton agreed: there was no one quite like Hyacinth Bridgerton. She’s fiendishly smart, devilishly outspoken, and according to Gareth, probably best in small doses. But there’s something about her—something charming and vexing—that grabs him and won’t quite let go . . .Meet Poor Mr. Mozart . . .Or don’t. But rest assured, he’s spinning in his grave when Gareth and Hyacinth cross paths at the annual—and annually discordant—Smythe-Smith musicale. To Hyacinth, Gareth’s every word seems a dare, and she offers to translate his diary, even though her Italian is slightly less than perfect. But as they delve into the mysterious text, they discover that the answers they seek lie not in the diary, but in each other . . . and that there is nothing as simple—or as complicated—as a single, perfect kiss.
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Cornerstone Powder And Patch
Book SynopsisIf you love Bridgerton, you''ll love Georgette Heyer!''The greatest writer who ever lived'' Antonia Fraser''I could mainline Heyer''s Regency romances until the end of time and still not get bored!'' India Knight ''Utter, immersive escapism.'' Sophie Kinsella __________To win her hand, he must become what he despises ...In an eighteenth-century England of wit, womanising and powdered wigs, provincial Philip Jettan runs the risk of irreproachability. Cleone Charteris stands in no such danger. The golden-haired, headstrong despair of men, she seeks a husband who can duel and dice with the best of them. So Philip leaves for Paris, where his father''s hopes and his lover''s ideals are realised but with unforeseen consequences for them both . . .__________Reader''s love Powder and Patch . . .***** ''Simply hilarious!''***** ''Witty and fast paced''***** 'Trade ReviewGeorgette Heyer is unbeatable -- India KnightMy favourite historical novelist -- stylish, romantic, sharp, and witty. Her sense of period is superb, her heroines are enterprising, and her heroes dashing. I owe her many happy hours -- Margaret DrabbleA writer of great wit and style ... I've read her books to ragged shreds -- Kate Fenton * Daily Telegraph *Wonderful characters, elegant, witty writing, perfect period detail, and rapturously romantic. Georgette Heyer achieves what the rest of us only aspire to -- Katie Fforde
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc To Sir Phillip With Love
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Italian Matchmaker
Book SynopsisFROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHORLose yourself in the sun-drenched hills of the Amalfi coast with bestselling author of Songs of Love and War, Santa Montefiore...Gianluca has to admit his life is empty so, in search of serenity and a deeper purpose to his existence, he flees to Italy, to the magical Palazzo Montelimone, lovingly restored by his parents, to assess his future.But life on the sun-drenched Amalfi coast is not as peaceful as Luca anticipates. The palazzo is filled with his mother's eccentric friends and haunted by the ghosts of its murderous past.He meets a woman whose dark eyes are heavy with sorrow and a solemn little boy with an incredible secret.As he begins to unravel a mystery that has its roots in a long-ago act of violence, Luca is forced to face his greatest fear in exchange for the greatest truth.***PRAISE FOR SANTA MONTEFIORE*** &lsqu
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HarperCollins Publishers Her Last Betrayal
Book SynopsisA gripping and thrilling tale.INCREDIBLE!. Goodreads reviewer, ?????When working for the British Secret Service, Sarah Gillespie can trust no one, not even her closest friendsLondon, 1941After losing her family to a Nazi bomb attack back home in Ireland, Sarah Gillespie joins the British Secret Services to bring them justice.Partnered with American undercover agent Lieutenant Tony Anderson, Sarah embarks on a dangerous mission that takes her from war-torn London into the black mountains of Wales. But when one of her team is revealed to be a German mole, and enemies begin to close in, what price will Sarah have to pay to save her countryand herself?A heartbreaking and completely addictive page-turner about one woman's bravery in WW2 Britain, perfect for fans of Kate Quinn''s THE ALICE NETWORK, Suzanne Goldring''s MY NAME IS EVA and Ariel Lawhon's CODE NAME HÉLÈNE.Readers love Her Last Betrayal: So much excitement this is the quickest I have ever read a book, I just couldn't put it down.
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Pan Macmillan The Woolworths Saturday Girls
Book SynopsisCan the Woolworth girls achieve their dreams in time for their futures to begin? The Woolworths Saturday Girls is the seventh instalment in Elaine Everest's much-loved Woolworths series.1950. The Second World War is over and life has moved on for the Woolworth girls, Sarah, Maisie and Freda. In a new world the Woolworth women have high expectations of their daughters, wanting them to seize opportunities they didn’t have themselves.Ready to take on Saturday jobs at Woolworths, budding friends Bessie, Claudette, Clementine and Dorothy are faced with unforeseeable challenges, as the real world comes into focus. Their bond can only be strengthened as they overcome the darkest times. Perhaps their lives are not as clear-cut as their mothers wished them to be . . .When Bessie finds love in the wrong crowd and falls pregnant, the image of her future and ambitions become skewed and she relies on the Saturday girls to help her see her problems through – but how will they find a home for the baby when it arrives?With wild imaginations, it is up to the Woolworth girls, new and old, to save the day – and their futures . . .Trade ReviewA warm, tender tale of friendship and love . . . sweet as a Woolies pick’n’mix -- Milly Johnson, author of The Teashop on the Corner, on The Woolworths GirlsA heart-warming story about finding strength in the hardest of times * Woman’s Own *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd A Beautiful Spy
Book SynopsisFrom the million-copy Sunday Times bestseller comes a thrilling novel about a woman with an extraordinary life, based on a true story. 'Fantastic… Exciting, impeccably researched and full of powerful period atmosphere' Daily MailMinnie Gray is an ordinary young woman.She is also a spy for the British government. It all began in the summer of 1928... Minnie is supposed to find a nice man, get married and have children. The problem is it doesn’t appeal to her at all. She is working as a secretary, but longs to make a difference. Then, one day, she gets her chance. She is recruited by the British government as a spy. Under strict instructions not to tell anyone, not even her family, she moves to London and begins her mission – to infiltrate the Communist movement. She soon gains the trust of importTrade Review‘A superb novel. I absolutely loved it. Rachel Hore brilliantly contrasts the thrilling world of high-stakes politics with the inner life of a passionate woman leading a dangerous double existence’ -- Wendy Holden, author of The Governess'Phenomenal! Absolutely loved it. I was rooting for Minnie from page one right to the very end... What a treat of a read' -- Tracy Rees, author of The House at Silvermoor‘Based on the life of Olga Gray, this atmospheric thriller is a delight to read’ * Sun *'Based on a true story, this fantastic novel follows the adventures of a suburban girl recruited by MI5 to infiltrate the British Communist Party (BCP) in the years before World War II… Hore reveals a thrilling world of high-stakes politics alongside the inner life of a passionate young woman leading a dangerous double existence. The humdrum, lonely nature of espionage is brilliantly evoked; Minnie longs for friendships but can’t get too close, while love is out of the question, particularly love for Max. Exciting, impeccably researched and full of powerful period atmosphere' * Daily Mail *‘Stunning. A masterclass in storytelling. Flawless writing and a great plot that builds suspense… This is one of those unforgettable books whose characters stay with you and whom you miss when they’re gone… I loved every moment’ -- Dinah Jefferies, author of The Tuscan Contessa'Rachel Hore has written a masterful novel, rich in period detail, and her heroine is an unforgettable character – an ordinary young woman who achieves extraordinary things for her country' * Sunday Express *'As far as her friends and family think, Minnie is an ordinary girl but she is a government spy – recruited to infiltrate the communist government. But how long can anyone lead a double life? Based on a true story' * Best *'A compulsive and enjoyable read' -- Historical Novel Society'Historical suspense… Minnie Gray – on the outside an ordinary woman, inside a spy for the British Government who is asked to infiltrate the Russians. Inspired by the real-life story of secretary Olga Gray' * My Weekly *
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Pan Macmillan The Moon Sister
Book SynopsisFrom the Scottish Highlands and Spain, to South America and New York, The Moon Sister is the fifth epic story in the Seven Sisters series by the number one bestseller Lucinda Riley. A spellbinding story of love and loss, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation.Tiggy D’Aplièse, in her mid-twenties, learns that her father – Pa Salt, an elusive billionaire who adopted his six daughters from around the globe – has died. Trusting her instincts, Tiggy moves to the remote wilds of Scotland and takes a job doing what she loves: caring for animals. Working on the vast and isolated Kinnaird estate, she is employed by the enigmatic and troubled laird, Charlie Kinnaird.Her decision alters her future irrevocably when she meets Chilly, an elderly gypsy man who has lived for years on the estate. He tells her not only that she possesses a sixth sense, passed down from her ancestors, but that it was foretold long ago that he should send her back home to Granada, Spain . . .In the shadow of the magnificent Alhambra, Tiggy discovers her connection to the fabled gypsy community of Sacromonte, who were forced to flee their homes during the civil war, and to ‘La Candela’ – the greatest flamenco dancer of her generation.Tiggy follows the trail back to her own exciting but complex past. And, under the watchful eye of a gifted gypsy bruja, she begins to embrace her own talent for healing.But when fate takes a hand, Tiggy must decide whether to stay with her new-found family or return to Kinnaird, and Charlie . . . The epic, multi-million selling series continues with The Sun Sister.'Lucinda Riley at the top of her game: a magical storyteller who creates characters we fall in love with and who stay with us long after we finish reading.’ – Lucy Foley, bestselling author of The Hunting PartyPraise for the Seven Sisters:'A masterclass in beautiful writing' – The Sun'A breathtaking adventure' – Lancashire Evening PostFive-Star Reader Reviews:'Absolutely incredible''Totally addictive''Ideal for when you need to escape'Trade ReviewA beautifully written series . . . A magical adventure. -- Woman's World Magazine, USAA breathtaking adventure brimming with cruelty, tragedy, passion, obsession and, most of all, the music, rhythm and spirit of Spain's gitano community... There is a real fire to this exciting new chapter in the captivating Seven Sisters odyssey, an extraordinary sense of drawing inexorably nearer to solving the intriguing conundrum of Pa Salt's death and the tantalizing mystery of the missing sister. -- Lancashire Evening PostA heartfelt, powerful, and spiritual saga. I don't know how she infuses her characters with so much humanity, passion, warmth and love, keeps the plot moving and brings the past alive so profoundly, but she does so beautifully. If you've ever wondered if writers are magicians, just read one of Lucinda Riley's novels and you'll have the answer. -- M.J. Rose, New York Times bestselling authorThis family saga moves between past and present, and is an engrossing read. I've read all of the series so far . . . possibly the best one yet! -- North Norfolk LivingRiley's meticulous research and attention to detail immerse readers in historical background, bringing Tiggy and her Spanish birth family to life. Fans of Kristin Hannah, Kate Morton, and Riley's previous novels will adore this anticipated series continuation. -- Booklist, USAThe tension, sweeping descriptions, and multiple subplots catch the reader early and don't let go. Touches of magical realism and musical culture add to the gorgeous descriptions and historical details. -- Historical Novel Society, USAIn each of her series novels, Riley draws magnetic and strong women, polar opposites in personality but all of them fearless and determined. This entry will delight followers of Riley's series, but also appeal to new readers -- Library Journal, USA
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The American University in Cairo Press Gold Dust: A Novel
Book SynopsisRejected by his tribe and hunted by the kin of the man he killed, Ukhayyad and his thoroughbred camel flee across the desolate Tuareg deserts of the Libyan Sahara. Between bloody wars against the Italians in the north and famine raging in the south, Ukhayyad rides for the remote rock caves of Jebel Hasawna. There, he says farewell to the mount who has been his companion through thirst, disease, lust, and loneliness. Alone in the desert, haunted by the prophetic cave paintings of ancient hunting scenes and the cries of jinn in the night, Ukhayyad awaits the arrival of his pursuers and their insatiable hunger for blood and gold. Gold Dust is a classic story of the brotherhood between man and beast, the thread of companionship that is all the difference between life and death in the desert. It is a story of the fight to endure in a world of limitless and waterless wastes, and a parable of the struggle to survive in the most dangerous landscape of all: human society.Trade ReviewAl-Koni's descriptive powers and the urgency of his narrative make Gold Dust [italic] a gripping, moving tale that sweeps the reader on towards its tragic conclusion. -- BanipalImagine Cormac McCarthy's savage lyricism in a Paul Bowles desert landscape and you begin to enter the bleakly beautiful world of this mesmerising, fable-like novel. -- The IndependentIts lyrical prose exudes the unique breath of desert life and a mystical taste of the afterlife. -- Arab NewsA magnificent novelist. -- Marilyn Booth, University of Oxford, UKOne of the Arab world’s most innovative novelists. -- Roger Allen, University of Pennsylvania
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Little, Brown Book Group A Rogue of Ones Own A League of Extraordinary
Book Synopsis''Evie Dunmore has done it again! A must-read for historical romance lovers'' Chanel Cleeton''Dunmore creates pure magic with this charming, romantic novel'' Jennifer Probst A lady must have money and an army of her own if she is to win a revolution - but first, she must pit her wits against the wiles of an irresistible rogue bent on wrecking her plans . . . and her heart.Lady Lucie and her band of Oxford suffragists are finally prepared for a coup against Parliament. But who could have predicted that the one person standing between her and success is her old nemesis and London''s undisputed lord of sin, Lord Ballentine? Or that he would be willing to hand over the reins for an outrageous price - a night in her bed.Lucie tempts Tristan like no other woman, burning him up with her fierceness and determination every time they clash. But as their battle of wills and words fans the flames of long-smoulderinTrade ReviewA swoonworthy romance fueled by electric chemistry -- Chanel Cleeton, New York Times bestselling authorMiss Dunmore is a literary force to be reckoned with. She's single handedly forging a new historical romance era and I am here. For. It. -- Rachel Van Dyken, New York Times bestselling authorDunmore creates pure magic with this charming, romantic novel featuring a strong, stubborn heroine and a sexy, slightly-broken hero. Full of romance, humour and heart, all revolving around the fascinating dynamics of the suffragist movement, it's one of my favourite novels of 2020! -- Jennifer Probst, New York Times bestselling authorThere are few things I love more than a committed rogue . . . and better yet, his delicious comeuppance at the hands of the only woman who could ever possibly tame him! What a marvellous ride! -- Megan Crane, USA Today bestselling authorWith a whip-smart suffragist heroine and a charming scoundrel of a leading man, this fresh take on historical romance is definitely one of my favourite reads of the year! -- Stephanie Marie Thornton, USA Today bestselling authorEvie Dunmore is a phenomenon! . . . Breathtaking, high stakes romance, with one of the loveliest endings I've read in years -- Anna Campbell, bestselling author of the Dashing Widows seriesThe perfect intersection of fierce feminism and swoon-worthy romance -- Eva Leigh, bestselling author of My Fake RakeA modern romance in a Victorian dress, sans the corset -- Amy E. Reichert, author of The Coincidence of Coconut CakeDelightful . . . Evie Dunmore's League of Extraordinary Women series continues with another witty romp through regency London * Popsugar *
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HarperCollins Publishers A Ladys Guide to FortuneHunting
Book SynopsisRead the most captivating historical debut of the year![A] scintillating, swash-buckling debut terrifically fun' SUNDAY TIMESSharp, modern and absolutely delicious' TAYLOR JENKINS REIDFans of Bridgerton will swoon' NITA PROSEKitty Talbot needs a fortune. Love is not requiredShe's got just twelve weeks to find a rich husband and save her sisters and she must use every ounce of cunning and ingenuity she possesses to climb London society if she is to succeed.The only person she can't fool is Lord Radcliffe, who sees straight through her plans, and is determined to stop her at any cost.There is not a day to lose and no one not even a lord will stand in her wayReaders LOVE A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting:Like Bridgerton, but better' ?????The best book I have read in a long time' ?????Sassy, outrageous and bingeable' ?????MUST READ' ?????LOVED it!' ?????Sophie Irwin is going to be an author to watch' ?????An utter delight of a book' ?????Great fun and hugely entertaining' ?????What a chTrade Review‘[A] scintillating, swash-buckling debut … terrifically fun’ Sunday Times ‘Sharp, modern, and absolutely delicious … one of the most fun, romantic books I've read in a long time’ Taylor Jenkins Reid ‘What a sassy, witty, delicious tale [with] a fabulous, fearless heroine’ Sophie Kinsella ‘A thoroughly modern heroine with wit, style and energy … a formidable Austentacious talent’ Janice Hallett ‘Delicious – frothy, gossipy and glamorous’ Daily Mail ‘Charming, witty and infectiously exuberant’ Santa Montefiore ‘Divine – an utter delight’ Nina Stibbe ‘Will fill the Bridgerton-shaped hole in your life’ Red ‘Plucky, witty and bright … Readers of Austen and fans of Bridgerton will swoon’ Nita Prose ‘A diamond of the first water! Shades of Heyer with a dash of modern roguishness … Full of heart and swooningly romantic’ Beth Morrey ‘An addictive read’ Sunday Express ‘Utterly delightful and impossible to put down’ Louise O’Neill ‘[A] whip-smart, beautifully observed, sparkling romance’ Lindsey Kelk ‘Full of spirit and gumption … enormous fun: just what we all need’ AJ Pearce ‘Funny, fresh and original – you’ll want to put it straight on your dance card’ Cesca Major ‘Very clever and hugely entertaining’ Sarah Hilary ‘This is SO much fun. The most pleasing homage to Georgette Heyer with a thoroughly modern sensibility. Tremendous stuff’ Harriet Tyce ‘A huge, warm treat of a book. Refreshing, funny and sparklingly smart … The debut of the season’ Cressida McLaughlin 'A sparkling debut that reads like a turbo-charged Jane Austen’ Joanna Toye ‘I cheered for Kitty as she confronts polite society in her outrageous pursuit of a rich husband….an impressive debut’ Mary Balogh ‘Move over, Mr Darcy! [A] hilarious, sparkling debut! Utterly irresistible’ Eloisa James
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Little, Brown Book Group Bridgerton To Sir Phillip With Love Bridgertons
Book SynopsisThe fifth novel in Julia Quinn's globally beloved and bestselling Bridgerton Family series, set in Regency times and now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix. This is Eloise's story . . .
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Pan Macmillan Lie Down With Lions
Book SynopsisFrom terrorist conspiracies in Paris to guerrilla warfare in Afghanistan, Lie Down With Lions is the thrilling tale of suspense and deceit from master of the spy story, Ken Follett.A Dangerous RomanceIn Paris, rival spies Ellis and Jean-Pierre both fall in love with Jane, and all three become gripped in a tangled web of lust and deception as they battle terrorist conspiracies. Ultimately Jane can marry only one and chooses Jean-Pierre.A Fight for FreedomIn Afghanistan the Mujahedeen are fighting to free their country of the Soviet invasion and the newlyweds travel to the Valley of the Five Lions to help the cause as doctors. Fierce fighting means they must find a way out of the line of fire.A Perilous EscapeHelp unexpectedly comes in the form of Jean Pierre’s nemesis, Ellis, and knowing both men have dangerous secrets, Jane must once again choose who to trust if she is to make her escape over one of the most remote mountain ranges in the world . . .Trade ReviewSheer suspense * Washington Post *Vintage Follett . . . tense, vivid, exciting * USA Today *A deadly romantic triangle, a clandestine mission with global stakes, an exotic location, a plot as gripping and ingenious as Eye of the Needle . . . engineered to perfection with breathless acceleration . . . I couldn’t put it down * Los Angeles Times *
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Canelo An Independent Woman
Book SynopsisShe must fight to keep her new freedomThe Great War is over at long last, and with it comes an inheritance that will free Serena Fleming from her bullying father. She can finally lead the life she has always wanted. But little does she know how far her father will go to prevent her leaving home.Meanwhile, Marcus Graye returns from the war, injured, to find his elderly aunt and a worn-out old house in his sole care. He's content with his lot, despite daily stresses, but when he saves Serena from a kidnapping, things will never be the same againTogether, can they forge a brighter future? And can Serena at last get the new start she's always wished for?A gritty and exciting wartime saga from the bestselling and much-loved Anna Jacobs. This inspirational saga is perfect for fans of Sheila Riley, Betty Firth and Katie Flynn.
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Pan Macmillan Big Lies in a Small Town
Book SynopsisA decades-old disappearance, and a quest to find the truth . . . Big Lies in a Small Town, by the bestselling author Diane Chamberlain, is an emotional novel about two women connected by a painting that holds many dark secrets.‘Fans of Jodi Picoult’s style will love how Diane Chamberlain writes’ - CandisNorth Carolina, 2018: Morgan Christopher’s life has been derailed. Taking the fall for a crime she did not commit, she finds herself serving a three-year stint in the North Carolina Women’s Correctional Centre. Her dream of a career in the arts is put on hold – until a mysterious visitor makes her an offer that will see her released immediately. Her assignment: restore an old post office mural in a sleepy southern town. What she finds under the layers of grime is a painting that tells the story of madness, violence and a conspiracy of small-town secrets.North Carolina, 1940: Anna Dale, an artist from New Jersey, wins a national contest to paint a mural for the post office in Edenton, North Carolina. Alone in the world and desperate for work, she accepts. But what she doesn’t expect is to find herself immersed in a town where prejudices run deep, where people are hiding secrets behind closed doors and where the price for being different might just end in murder.What happened to Anna Dale? Are the clues hidden in the decrepit mural? Can Morgan overcome her own demons to discover what exists beneath the layers of lies?From the auhor of The Last House on the Street.Trade ReviewChamberlain puts so much grit, emotion and drama into her books that it’s impossible to stop thinking about the plot * Heat *Totally amazing. I love Diane’s writing -- Cathy KellyDiane Chamberlain’s gift for storytelling never fails * My Weekly *An excellent read that will be loved by her fans and anyone who enjoys reading -- Jodi Picoult
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Orion Publishing Co The Whispers of War
Book SynopsisA moving story of the power of friendship, the cost of war and the strength of love. Perfect for fans of The Lilac Girls, A Woman of War and The Secret Orphan.Trade ReviewSweeping, stirring, and heartrending in all the best ways, this tale of one of WWII's courageous, colorful, and enigmatic Gunner Girls will take your breath away.Kelly deftly balances intrigue with mystery and historical detail in her latest novel... A charming imagining of the historical gunner girls.It is a heartbreaking romance that will grip you from the very beginning. Julia Kelly weaves a tender romantic story around a girl who fights war showing how strong even tender, romantic women can be. With a bit of mystery in the story, even mystery-readers will like it. - Washington Post
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Little, Brown Book Group Mr Malcolms List a bright and witty Regency romp
Book Synopsis''[A] witty Austen-esque romp'' Entertainment WeeklyMove over, Mr Darcy, there''s a new man in town...It is a truth universally acknowledged that an arrogant bachelor deserves his comeuppance...The Honourable, excessively handsome, excessively wealth and perhaps a tad egotistical, Mr Malcolm is searching for a wife - but not just any wife. He''s armed himself with a list of ideal qualities that his future wife will have to embody. After years of searching, he''s beginning to despair of ever finding this paragon . . . until Selina Dalton arrives in town.Selina, a vicar''s daughter of limited means, is thrilled when her friend Julia invites her to London - until she learns it''s part of a plot to exact revenge on Mr Malcolm, whose list has been discovered. Using the list, Selina is to play the part of his perfect woman, only to shatter his hopes at the most opportune moment.Given theTrade ReviewSuzanne Allain delivers a fresh, spirited take on the classic Regency romp. Mr. Malcolm's List is a delightful tale that perfectly illustrates the enduring appeal of the Regency romance. It's all here - the fast, witty banter, the elegant ballrooms, the quirky characters, the charming, strong-willed heroine and the dashing hero who has a thing or two to learn about loveA merry romp! Mr. Malcolm's List is packed with action as one tangled romantic misunderstanding follows fast upon another's heels - to hilarious effectSuzanne Allain is a fresh new voice in historical romance. Mr. Malcolm's List is a charming, light-hearted confection, with humour, sparkling banter and gently simmering romantic tension; in other words, classic Regency romanceQuick and cute classic regency romance . . . It was witty, hilarious, and contained a cast of upbeat, brooding and feisty characters that all graced the page with subtle Pride and Prejudice undertones. I loved it! * The Nerd Daily *This witty Austen-esque romp . . . is a sparkling twist on the Regency-era ballroom scenes and misunderstandings that litter historical romance.... Allain's writing is wry and delightful, bursting with witty asides and droll commentary . . . a story that delights and tantalizes * Entertainment Weekly *Allain's characters are witty and appealing, and the sizzle between Jeremy and Selina is convincing. This effervescent love story is a charmer * Publishers Weekly *With a feature film already in the works, building on a script also written by Allain, this captivating Regency is sure to be oft-requested and relished by fans of the period * Library Journal *Hilarious and fast-paced, Mr. Malcolm's List is a bright and refreshing Regency romp * Shelf Awareness *A cheeky look at the different expectations placed on men versus women during the Regency Era, revealing the limitations society accords individuals in terms of their family connections and personal wealth and education. Both general fiction readers and romance fans looking for a story that will transport them to another time and place, seeking new fictional friends, or hoping to watch characters grow more self-aware and compassionate will revel in this smart love story * Booklist *
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Little, Brown The Lotus Shoes
Book SynopsisTHE CAPTIVATING, HEART-RENDING STORY OF TWO WOMEN IN 1800S CHINA'Brilliantly written, masterful storytelling, and hard to put down. This story will stay with me for a very, very long time' HEATHER MORRIS, author of The Tattooist of AuschwitzLove and loss. Sisterhood and betrayal. Little Flower and Linjing's fates are bound together.As a child, Little Flower is sold to Linjing's wealthy family to become a muizai. In a fit of childish jealousy over her new handmaiden's ladylike bound feet and talent for embroidery, Linjing ensures Little Flower can never leave her to ascend in society.Despite their starkly different places in the Fong household, over the years the two girls must work together to secure both their futures through Linjing's marriage. As the two grow up, they are by turns bitter rivals and tentative friends.Until scandal strikes the family, and Linjing and Little Flower's lives are unexpected
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Urano Bridgerton 3 - Te Doy Mi Corazon -V3*
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Zaffre Fire on the Horizon
Book SynopsisA FAMILIAR FOE. A BATTLE FOR THE HEART OF A COUNTRY AT WAR WITH ITSELF.South Africa, 1899 - the smouldering hostility between the Boers of the Transvaal and Orange Free State and the British colonies of the Cape and Natal is about to burst into flame. War is coming and no one can prevent it. Colonel Penrod Ballantyne, hero of Abu Klea and Omdurman, is sent to Mafeking, 'the place of stones', to recruit and train men for the fighting ahead. Amber, his wife, the successful novelist, accompanies him - eager to see more of the country her husband is about to risk his life for. But when war is declared, Amber must flee with their baby son and pray for her husband's survival against impossible odds.Eight hundred miles to the south, in Cape Town, Ryder Courtney - adventurer, maverick, industrialist - is using his wealth and connections to bankroll the British war effort. His artist wife Saffron, frustrated by stuffy Cairo society, has joined him with thei
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The House With the Golden Door
Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times Top 10 Bestseller ‘Brutal yet beautiful, heartfelt yet harrowing, this is one compulsive read’ Susan Stokes-Chapman Amara has escaped her life as a slave in Pompeii’s most notorious brothel. She now has a house, fine clothes, servants – but all are gifts from her patron, hers for as long as she keeps her place in his affections. As she adjusts to this new life, Amara is still haunted by her past. At night she dreams of the wolf den, and the women she left behind. By day, she is pursued by her former slavemaster. In order to be truly free, Amara will need to be as ruthless as he is. She knows she can draw strength from Venus, the goddess of love. Yet falling in love herself may prove to be Amara’s downfall. Praise for The House with the Golden Door: 'Beautiful, moving, captivating... A brilliant sequel to The Wolf Den' Jennifer Saint 'Vivid, unsentimental and compelling' The Times '[A] gripping sequel... Harper's recreation of this ancient world continues to thrill' Observer 'Gripping and richly imagined, this is spellbinding storytelling' Louise O'Neill 'A spell-binding novel that brings Pompeii back to life and explores enslavement in all its forms' Anna Mazzola 'Absolutely stunning and utterly gripping!' Buki PapillonTrade ReviewSo beautiful, moving, captivating and thrilling. The House with the Golden Door is a brilliant sequel to The Wolf Den -- Jennifer Saint, author of AriadneVivid, unsentimental and compelling * The Times *Vivid, gripping, and richly imagined, this is spellbinding storytelling -- Louise O'Neill[A] gripping sequel... Harper's recreation of this ancient world continues to thrill * Observer *A gripping and spell-binding novel that brings Pompeii back to life and explores enslavement in all its forms -- Anna MazzolaAbsolutely stunning and utterly gripping! -- Buki PapillonRichly evocative, and reeling with drama and the determined passion and conflicts of its unforgettable heroine, this is historical fiction at its most thrillingly entertaining * LoveReading *Beautifully written with great heart... Addictive reading * NB Magazine *Meticulously researched, it's another brilliant look at the inhabitants of this fascinating ancient city * Woman & Home *Ancient Pompeii comes to life in the second installment in Elodie Harper's Wolf Den trilogy... with Harper's clear prose and modern dialogue * Historical Novel Society *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Secrets of Sainte Madeleine Escape to the
Book SynopsisEscape to the French chateau in this gripping, sweeping tale of love, lies and divided loyalties. Perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore and Lucinda Riley._________________________________________________________________ONE FAMILYGENERATIONS OF SECRETSIT'S TIME TO ESCAPE TO THE CHATEAU . . .Elise is a true daughter of the chateau. She'd die before anything happened to Sainte Madeleine even if it means betraying her own family.Alexandre, Elise's brother, is destined to inherit yet a dangerous rift with their father puts his future, and the chateau, in jeopardy.And for distant cousin Laurent, his life-long love for Elise will always call him back to Sainte Madeleine.But the peace of Europe rests on a knife-edge, and history has bigger plans than them all. Through love and war, danger and deceit, can the chateau and the Salignac family weather the storm?Readers are getting swept away by Sainte Madeleine:It is perfect escapism' Netgalley reviewerA beautiful love story that captures your Trade Review‘Fabulous escapism, full of secrets & scandalous behaviour. Big and sweeping, it transported me to France, Greece, California… A pacy riot of a saga’ Tracy Rees More praise for Tilly Bagshawe’s escapist and glamorous novels: ‘A cut above the rest… Pure, unadulterated escapism’ Fabulous ‘Fast-paced, fun and thoroughly entertaining’ Daily Mail ‘If you like your fiction with a large helping of glamour and scandal, this is a gem’ Prima
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Pan Macmillan A Taste of Gold and Iron: A Breathtaking
Book SynopsisA sweeping fantasy romance inspired by the Ottoman Empire, A Taste of Gold and Iron by Alexandra Rowland is perfect for fans of A Marvellous Light and The Goblin Emperor.‘A delicious tangle of romance, fealty and dangerous politics’ – Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine ThroneOne false coin could topple an empire.Kadou, the shy prince of Arasht, has no intention of wrestling for imperial control with his sister, the queen. Yet he remains at odds with one of the most powerful ambassadors at court – the father of the queen’s new child. Then a hunting party goes terribly awry, and Kadou finds himself under suspicion of attempted murder.To prove his loyalty to his sister and salvage his reputation, Kadou takes responsibility for the investigation of a break-in at one of their guilds. He enlists the help of his newly appointed bodyguard, the coldly handsome Evemer, who seems to tolerate him at best. But what appears to be a straightforward crime spirals into a complex counterfeiting operation, with a powerful enemy at its heart.In Arasht, where princes can touch-taste precious metals with their fingers and myth runs side by side with history, counterfeiting is heresy. The conspiracy they discover could cripple the kingdom’s financial standing – and bring about its ruin.‘As indulgent and satisfying as your favourite fanfiction’ – Tessa Gratton, author of The Queens of Innis LearTrade ReviewA delicious tangle of romance, fealty and dangerous politics -- Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine ThroneA Taste of Gold and Iron is a slow-burn romance flush with sexy, complicated relationships, founded on the ethics of duty and love. As indulgent and satisfying as your favourite fan fiction -- Tessa Gratton, author of The Queen of Innis LearWitty, clever, and often extremely funny, Rowland's tale of a prince who doesn't want power but has it anyway – and must survive all the risks that brings with it – somehow manages to be both soft and hard-edged, clever and kind. And sexy! Very much that too -- Jenn Lyons, author of The Ruin of KingsThis book gleams and sparkles with emotion and sensory detail, showcasing the richness of Rowland's created world. It's a hugely satisfying blend of economic intrigue, vivid characters, and slow-burn romance – and it's also, frequently, funny as hell -- Freya Marske, author of A Marvellous LightAlexandra Rowland delivers again – an engaging story in a complex, intricately rendered world full of deeply human, sensitively drawn characters -- Rowenna Miller, author of TornIn exploring what monarchs owe their people, and what individuals owe each other, this achingly tender fantasy wows -- Publishers Weekly starred reviewRowland's latest continues to showcase their captivating prose, immersive details, and complicated characters -- Library Journal starred reviewAn engaging fantasy/romance set in a large, lush, and inclusive world -- Kirkus starred reviewThe slow-burn romance between them is beautifully done and adds a thrilling element to the story that readers will savor -- Booklist[F]or readers who enjoy forced proximity and bodyguard romances, A Taste of Gold and Iron offers both, wrapped in a delightful package of espionage and royal duty . . . Rowland also impresses in their nuanced depiction of anxiety -- BookpageThis slow-burn romantic fantasy with a heavy dose of political intrigue is rich in world-building and emotional angst . . . A queernormative fantasy world -- Buzzfeed
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Headline Publishing Group A Crane Among Wolves
Book SynopsisA devastating and pulse-pounding tale that will feel all-too-relevant in today''s world, based on a true story from Korean history.Hope is dangerous. Love is deadly. 1506, Joseon. The people suffer under the cruel reign of the tyrant King Yeonsan, powerless to stop him from commandeering their land for his recreational use, banning and burning books, and kidnapping and horrifically abusing women and girls as his personal playthings.Seventeen-year-old Iseul has lived a sheltered, privileged life despite the kingdom''s turmoil. When her older sister, Suyeon, becomes the king''s latest prey, Iseul leaves the relative safety of her village, traveling through forbidden territory to reach the capital in hopes of stealing her sister back. But she soon discovers the king''s power is absolute, and to challenge his rule is to court certain death. Prince Daehyun has lived his whole life in the terrifying shadow of his despicable half-brother, the king. Forced to watch King Yeonsan flaunt his predation through executions and rampant abuse of the common folk, Daehyun aches to find a way to dethrone his half-brother once and for all. When staging a coup, failure is fatal, and he''ll need help to pull it off-but there''s no way to know who he can trust.When Iseul''s and Daehyun''s fates collide, their contempt for each other is transcended only by their mutual hate for the king. Armed with Iseul''s family connections and Daehyun''s royal access, they reluctantly join forces to launch the riskiest gamble the kingdom has ever seen:Save her sister. Free the people. Destroy a tyrant. ''June Hur reigns supreme in making the past come alive.'' CHLOE GONG''Gripping and devastating.'' ANN LIANG ''There were literally moments in this book where I forgot to breathe.'' ELLEN OH
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