Historical romance

Book SynopsisMolly''s story continues in this gripping saga of love, betrayal and secrets that can''t stay hidden . . . perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Libby Ashworth and Rosie Goodwin.Kent 1816Now Molly Dawson''s family have grown up and left home, she has every reason to expect that her life on the Woodchurch Manor estate with her husband, head gardener Charlie, will settle into happy contentment. It seems, though, that her estranged half-sister, Harriet, has other ideas. When the secret Molly has kept for over twenty-five years is revealed in front of her whole family, Molly''s relationship with her son and her husband begins to crumble. And when she takes a trip away from home to allow things to settle, Harriet steps in - with devastating consequences.Will Harriet prevail, or can Molly win back Charlie''s heart, and heal the rift with the son she had been parted from for so many years?Praise for Lynne Francis:

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Book Synopsis''You''ll love Lenora Bell!'' Eloisa JamesOnce upon a time in Mayfair . . . a group of wallflowers formed a secret society with goals that had absolutely nothing to do with matrimony. Their most troublesome obstacle? Rogues!Lady Henrietta Prince is far too busy for romance. She''s dedicated her life to turning her family vineyards into a profitable wine venture. But when she shares a kiss at midnight with a handsome stranger, she''s captivated... until he claims to be the distant heir to her father''s earldom.Ash Ellis is a gambler who lives life on the edge. Now he''s locked his sights on a glittering prize and nothing will stand in his way.When Henrietta is forced to marry the wickedly seductive scoundrel to keep her beloved vineyards, she vows that Ash will never have her trust, or her love. Even if his kisses are more intoxicating than the finest of wines.His new bride is certainly beautiful, but biddable? Not s

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Book Synopsis______________''In the grand tradition of sagas set down by the late and great Catherine Cookson''Jean FullertonBlackpool''s Angel - the first book in Maggie Mason''s brand new Sandgronian trilogy - is OUT NOW.Maggie Mason is the pen name of bestselling author Mary Wood. ______________Orphaned and destitute, will Grace find her own way in the world?When Grace''s Ma passes away and her Da''s ship sinks with all hands, Grace is utterly alone in the world. She''s sent to an orphanage in Blackpool, but the master has an eye for a pretty young lass. Grace won''t be his victim, so she runs, destitute, into the night. In Blackpool, she finds a home with the kindly Sheila and Peggy - and meets a lovely airman. But it''s 1938, and war is on the horizon. Will Grace ever find the happiness and home she deserves?Perfect for fans of Mar

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Book SynopsisSunday Times bestselling Lyn Andrews writes touchingly and evocatively of the aftermath of war in BEYOND A MISTY SHORE, not to be missed by readers of Maureen Lee and Kitty NealeIt is 1945 and the war is finally over. But for sisters Sophie and Maria, who have no choice but to leave their beloved home on the Isle of Man, the upheaval is just beginning. Eighteen-year-old Maria is loath to leave the island as it''s there she met Hans Bonhoeffer, a young Austrian interned during the war. For widowed Sophie, however, Liverpool offers exciting opportunities. As Maria longs for a reunion with Hans, Sophie is drawn to Frank Ryan, a man who is not free to be with her. Will the sisters ever find happiness?.

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Book Synopsis''Real sagas with female characters right at the heart'' Woman''s HourIf you love Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin, you''ll LOVE Glenda Young''s ''amazing novels!'' (ITV''s This Morning presenter Sharon Marshall)''In the world of historical saga writers, there''s a brand new voice'' My WeeklyWhat readers are saying about Glenda''s dramatically powerful and romantic saga of tragedy and triumph:''Better than a Catherine Cookson'' 5* reader review''Wonderful read, full of rich characters, evocative description and a touch of romance'' 5* reader review''Just wanted it to go on forever and read more about the characters and their lives'' 5* reader review............................................''Any rag and bone!''Everyone recognises the cry of Meg Sutcliffe as she plies her trade along the back streets of Ryhope. She

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Book SynopsisThe third novel in the brand new Backshaw Moss series by beloved million-copy bestselling author Anna JacobsLancashire, 1936. With her son Gabriel finally married, and her youngest following his dreams of becoming a doctor, Gwynneth Harte finds herself with an empty nest - until a fire forces her to move in with Gabriel and his wife Maisie at their home on Daisy Street. Arthur Chapman has been at a low ebb ever since the death of his wife. Turning to drink in his grief, he lost both his job and contact with his grandchild, Beatie - but now the inheritance of a house from a distant relative is the fresh start he needs. When Beatie runs away from her cruel grandmother and takes refuge with Gwynneth, she and Arthur are thrown together - and find themselves growing closer. But trouble is brewing in the valley, from the ambitions of the bullying local landlord to rumours of a Fascist spy. Can the residents of Backshaw Moss band together to keep each other safe, and will there be wedding bells on Daisy Street?Readers love Anna Jacobs' heartwarming sagas! 'Amazing' - 5 STARS'Thank you, Anna, for the pleasure you give in all your books' - 5 STARS'Another brilliant, hard-to-put-down book' - 5 STARS'Can't wait for the next instalment' - 5 STARS'A real page turner, I can't wait to read the next one' - 5 STARS'Another triumph for Anna Jacobs' - 5 STARS'BRILLIANT READ' - 5 STARSTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR ANNA JACOBS:This is that rare thing, a pacy page-turner with a ripping plot and characters you care about . . . [Anna Jacobs is] especially big on resourceful, admirable women. Great stuff! * Daily Mail *Anna Jacobs' books are deservedly popular. She is one of the best writers of Lancashire sagas around * Historical Novels Review *[Anna Jacobs' books have an] impressive grasp of human emotions * The Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisLady Vesper Lyndhurst is beautiful, clever, and popular. Afforded every luxury as a duke's daughter, she fills her days with friends, intrigues, and a self-professed knack for matchmaking. She may have sworn off love for herself, but she is rather excellent at arranging it.Faced with an insolvent estate, the Duke of Greydon has no choice but to return to England in a final attempt to revive his family's fortunes. He's been gone for years, happy to have escaped his mother and the petty circles of the ton. To his dismay, not much has changed, including the beautiful and vexing heiress next door.But when an accident of fate traps the friends-turned-enemies in an attic together, the explosive attraction between them becomes impossible to ignore and even harder to resist. They are total opposites and their lives don't align in the slightest, but fate, the ultimate matchmaker, appears to have other plans . . .

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Book SynopsisThe Paris Secret is an unforgettable story about the lengths people go to protect one another, and a love that, despite everything, lasts a lifetime. Perfect for fans of Kate Furnivall, Lucinda Riley and Kate Morton.Trade ReviewAn emotional and sweeping tale... Rich detail, compelling characters, and an interwoven dual timeline make this an engrossing read for historical fiction fans -- Chanel Cleeton (bestselling author of Next Year in Havana) * on The French Photographer *A splendid, breathtaking novel, full of mystery and passion...a must read! -- Jeanne Mackin * on The French Photographer *Lester has often been compared to author Kate Morton but with this novel, Lester's fourth, she has come into her own -- The Daily Telegraph (Sydney) * on The French Photographer *A fascinating and impeccably researched evocation of the New York fashion world during World War Two... and some divine-sounding dresses! -- Gill Paul * on The Paris Seamstress *A fantastically engrossing story. I loved it. -- Kelly Rimmer * on The Paris Seamstress *This rich, memorable novel unfolds beautifully from start to finish. -- Publishers Weekly * on The Paris Seamstress *An enchanting read. * Woman’s Weekly *

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Book SynopsisFrom the million-copy Sunday Times bestseller comes a gripping and moving story about family secrets, unrequited love, reconciliation and renewal. SECRETS FROM THE PAST, UNRAVELLING IN THE PRESENT . . .  In a tiny stained-glass shop hidden in the backstreets of Westminster lies the cracked, sparkling image of an angel. The owners of Minster Glass have also been broken: Fran Morrison's mother died when she was a baby; a painful event never mentioned by her difficult, secretive father Edward. Fran left home to pursue a career in foreign cities, as a classical musician. But now Edward is dangerously ill and it's time to return. Taking her father's place in the shop, she and his craftsman Zac accept a beguiling commission - to restore a shattered glass picture of an exquisite angel belonging to a local church. As they reassemble the dazzling shards of coloured glasTrade Review‘Compelling, engrossing and moving; a perfect holiday indulgence’ -- Santa Montefiore on The Silent Tide‘A tour de force. Rachel’s Paris is rich, romantic, exotic and mysterious’ -- Judy Finnigan on A Week in Paris‘Engrossing and romantic, it’s a wonderful story of family secrets and the choices women make’ -- Jane Thynne on The Silent Tide‘With a serious eye for exquisite detail, Hore’s latest, brilliantly crafted novel aptly follows a photographer, Lucy. She takes a journey to capture past, life-changing family secrets, embracing three generations along the way, across Cornwall, London East Anglia and Occupied France’ * Mirror on A Gathering Storm *‘A fascinating, hugely readable book . . . Rachel Hore’s research and her mastery of the subject is deeply impressive’ -- Judy Finnigan on A Place of Secrets‘Another of this year’s top offerings’ * Daily Mail on The Glass Painter's Daughter *‘Pitched perfectly for a holiday read’ * Guardian on The Memory Garden *

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Book SynopsisFrom the internationally bestselling authorcomes a tale of long-buried secrets and a discovery that will change everything, perfect for fans of Dinah Jefferies and Lucinda Riley.An unforgettable discoveryIn 1922, Lady Evelyn Herbert's dreams are realised when she is the first to set foot inside the lost tomb of Tutankhamun for over 3,000 years.A cursed lifeBut the months after the discovery are marred by tragedy, when Eve's father dies suddenly and her family is torn in two. Desperate to put the past behind her, Eve retreats into a private life with her new husband.A deadly choiceBut she is harbouring a dark secret about what really happened in Egypt. And when a young woman comes asking questions years later, the happiness Eve has finally found is threatened once morePraise for The Collector's Daughter:Wonderfully compelling from beginning to end. An absolute delight!' Hazel Gaynor, author of The Bird in the Bamboo CageThis is a compelling story, impeccably researched, with a deliciousTrade Review Praise for Gill Paul’s books: ‘I can't rave highly enough about this book – it's my favourite Gill Paul novel to date. A dazzling yet moving portrait of two very different iconic women, it's brilliantly researched, compellingly told and completely fascinating. I just loved it.’ Tracy Rees ‘Addictive and so well-researched. I read it in a day.’ Kate Riordan ‘The novel brilliantly evokes the world of the jet-set, rich and famous of the sixties so well I felt I was living it all alongside them.’ Kathleen McGurl ‘A truly compelling story… This is the best of historical fiction – leaving you wanting to learn more.’ Liz Trenow ‘I was completely enthralled, wholly swept up in the characters, the glamour, and the fascinating story of these iconic women. An utter treat from beginning to end – readers far and wide will fall under its spell.’ Jenny Ashcroft ‘Glamorous and highly seductive, this compelling story explores the lives of two complex, powerful women complete with all their talents and flaws.’ Dinah Jefferies ‘Surprising and devastating… perfect historical fiction.’ Hazel Gaynor ‘Simply stunning. I really can’t stop thinking about these two women now. This will be HUGE!’ Louise Beech ‘An intriguing behind-the-scenes look at the rivalry between two of the world’s most glamorous women.’ Stephanie Thornton ‘Beautiful, tender, and humane storytelling.’ Kate Thompson ‘An intoxicating mix of glamour, scandal and fascinating insight into the lives of two of the twentieth century’s most iconic women – and the man they both loved.’ Tammy Cohen ‘A deep dive into glitz, glamour and heartbreak. Gill Paul’s emotionally turbulent, amazing novels never disappoint.’ Karen Harper ‘A delectable novel about the lives and romantic rivalry of two female icons—such a juicy page-turner!’ Kris Waldherr

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Book Synopsis? Don't miss the new uplifting historical saga series from Molly Green, set at famous Bletchley Park: Summer Secrets at Bletchley Park available to pre-order now! ?War rages, but the women and children of Liverpool's Dr Barnardo's Home cannot give up hope. A gripping saga about love and loss on the Home Front.LIVERPOOL, 1940When her childhood sweetheart Johnny is killed in action, Maxine Grey loses more than her husband she loses her best friend. Desperate to make a difference in this awful war, Maxine takes a nursing job at London's St Thomas's Hospital.A BROKEN HEARTMaxine takes comfort in the attentions of a handsome surgeon, but Edwin Blake might not be all he seems. And as the Blitz descends on the capital, Maxine returns to Liverpool heartbroken and surrounded by the threat of scandal.A BRAVE SPIRITWhen offered a job at a Dr Barnardo's orphanage, Maxine hopes this is the second chance she has been looking for. And one little boy in particular helps her to realise that she needsTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR MOLLY GREEN ‘Molly Green creates realistic characters and situations that keep you turning the pages.’ Katie Fforde 'A moving, gripping story set during WW2, of a woman's dedication to the orphans in her care and her heart wrenching love.’ Kitty Neale ‘Redolent of wartime Britain and brimming with heartfelt stories from several characters, Molly Green's sure-footed novel shows just how challenging it was to find love and a place to call home in the dark days of the war.’ Terri Fleming ‘A lovely, heartfelt, warming slice of saga fiction … There is a gentleness to the writing as it walks some difficult paths, ensuring AN ORPHAN’S WAR is an engaging, generous read.’ Liz Robinson, LoveReading ‘A gripping read’ My Weekly ‘Memorable characters, a well written, plausible plot and very good descriptions of the time and place. The scenes and details of Dr Barnardo’s are especially interesting as the plight of orphans is rarely considered when we think of World War Two … We often forget the ordinary people surviving day-to-day ‘back home’.’ Discovering Diamonds Blog

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Book SynopsisElaine Everest was born and brought up in north west Kent, where The Woolworths Girls is set, and was once a Woolworths girl herself.Elaine has written widely for women's magazines, with both short stories and features. When she isn't writing, Elaine runs The Write Place creative writing school in Dartford, Kent, and the blog for the Romantic Novelists' Association.Elaine lives with her husband, Michael, and their Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Henry, in Swanley, Kent.Trade ReviewHeartwarming ... a must-read. * Woman's Own *A warm, tender tale of friendship and love ... sweet as a Woolies Pick 'n' Mix. -- Milly JohnsonA lovely read. * Bella *Elaine brings the heyday of the iconic high-street giant to life in her charming novel. * S Magazine *

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Book SynopsisA classic historical romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Johanna Lindsey. Abducted and sold into slavery, Chantelle Burke has been brought to the palace of the mighty Pasha. Vowing never to bow to this ruthless master''s will, the young Englishwoman weakens within the silken splendor of his chambers, and after on glance into his piercing emerald eyes.The stunningly handsome Pasha is a powerful, muscular figure yet he caresses the lovely addition to his harem with a fond tenderness that only succeeds in driving her wild. But beneath his exotic eastern garb, the cryptic Pasha shrouds his true identity -- one that he finds difficult to conceal when he wants so much to surrender his hearty and soul to the irresistible Chantelle.Trade ReviewThere are currently no reviews for this title/product

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Book SynopsisThe exquisitely-researched standalone prequel series to Dorothy Dunnett''s revered Lymond Chronicles, following the ancestors of Francis Crawford of Lymond in Continental Europe.Niccolo Rising is Book One in The House of Niccolo series.----------------------------- ''It began with sea, and September sunlight, and three young men lying stripped to their doublets in the Duke of Burgundy''s bath . . .''Meet Caes - Nicholas vander Poele - an eighteen-year-old orphan and dyer apprentice''s working for the widow Marian de Charetty in Bruges. After fetching up in jail for accidentally sinking a lighter and breaking the leg of a nobleman, his young life seems over before it is even begun.However, fate and the fifteenth century have great expectations for Nicholas and he soon finds himself leading the Charetty company into adventures and intrigues both mercantile and military, even as enemies plot their downfall.Through cunning, bravery, wit and an unexpected wisdom, Nicholas begins to lay the foundations for the House of Niccolo . . .''As brilliant and interesting as Lymond. A generous feast'' Daily Telegraph''A series that will give us our fill of high Renaissance adventure and espionage'' GuardianTrade ReviewPraise for Dorothy Dunnett -- - * - *A storyteller who could teach Scheherazade a thing or two about pace, suspense and imaginative invention -- - * New York Times *Marvellous, breathtaking -- - * The Times *A masterpiece of historical fiction -- - * Washington Post *One of the greatest tale-spinners since Dumas -- - * Cleveland Plain Dealer *Lashings of excitement, colour and subtlety -- - * The Times *Vivid, engaging, densely plotted - are almost certainly destined to be counted among the classics of popular fiction -- - * New York Times *

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Book SynopsisA passionate new tale from No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Johanna Lindsey, featuring one of her most intriguing heroes: the dangerous and mysterious Degan Grant from One Heart to Win. Perfect for fans of Julia Quinn''s Bridgerton.A dangerous gunfighter. A beautiful outlaw. A thrilling pursuit.Degan Grant is heading to California, far away from the home he wants to forget, when a US Marshal calls in a favour. Degan has to apprehend three outlaws and turn them over to the law - easy enough for a man no one wants to tangle with. But one of the outlaws defies Degan''s every expectation. Maxine is sassy, spirited - and insists she is innocent. And, knowing that her capture will lead to her hanging, she''s determined to escape the handsome, enigmatic gunfighter. Forced into intimate proximity with his beguiling prisoner, Degan finds his desire for Maxine sparking into a wildfire of passion between tTrade ReviewIf readers need to remember why they are Lindsey fans, she delivers every reason in this spinoff of One Heart to Win. She incorporates her signature captive/captor plotline with sassy dialogue, plenty of verbal sparring, lots of heat and a bit of humor, all in perfect proportions * Romantic Times *Many wonderful heroes have been created by Johanna Lindsey, and those who live in the Old West are always a favorite. Wildfire In His Arms has one surprise after another, and the twists are inventively riveting * Single Titles *You could feel the sexual attraction between these two . . . Lindsey allowed their relationship to develop slowly increasing the tension and making unexpected kisses sizzle . . . If you are looking for strong characters and a slow burning romance wrapped in suspense and surrounded by tumbleweeds look no further than Wildfire In His Arms * Caffeinated Book Reviewer *There is action, romance and suspense which make for a perfect escape from reality . . . I enjoyed this book so much * My Nook, Books And More *This is a wonderful historical western romance with some twists that make this story totally unique. Ms Lindsey is known for her awesome historical novels . . . I was immediately hooked and stayed that way until the end of this story. I absolutely loved the characters, the settings and the interactions . . . Fantastic story from beginning to end that has Ms Lindsey's storytelling talent shining * Night Owl Romance *Saddle up for an opposites-attract meets knight-in-tarnished-armor romance * XOXO After Dark *Johanna Lindsey still has a knack of creating fun and unforgettable characters who remain in a reader's thoughts and heart years after finishing a book . . . Wildfire In His Arms is a walk in time, reminding me of the many reasons I adore Johanna Lindsey's brand of storytelling and her masterful ability to create memorable characters * Romance Junkies *One thing is for sure: Johanna Lindsey has a remarkable ability to pen characters who are at once dashing, dangerous, protective, intriguing, loving, admirable, eccentric, unusual, strong, determined and so much more, all at the same time! * Fallen Angel Reviews *

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Book SynopsisA gripping and heartwarming novel from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, Dilly Court.Lottie Lane is all alone in the world. As a chambermaid at one of London's busiest inns, condemned to a life of drudgery and at the mercy of a vicious landlady, Lottie is too worn out to even dream of a better life.Until one night an injured soldier is brought to The Swan. Lottie nurses him back from the dead and suddenly everything changes. She finds herself following the drum of the soldiers, all the way from the docks of Chatham to the darkness and despair of a far flung battlefield.When tragedy strikes, Lottie is alone once more and thrown back into the jaws of London's streets. With the threat of destitution nipping at her heels, Lottie is in dire need of a miracle . . .Trade Review‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express ‘Dilly Court’s latest novel is another page-turner that will keep you gripped to the end – 5 stars’ The People’s Friend More praise for Dilly Court: ‘A fast-paced, riveting read’ Sunday Express ‘A heart-warming, fast-paced story that will keep you gripped till the end’ The People’s Friend ‘As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end’ Choice ‘A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!’ My Weekly ‘Spellbinding . . . you just keep turning the pages’ Daily Mail ‘Atmospheric, vivid and compelling’ My Weekly ‘An excellent, well-researched read’ People’s Friend ‘Perfect for Downton Abbey fans … heart-tugging’ Peterborough Telegraph

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Book SynopsisA Passion for Him will pull you into the breathless story of forbidden love and irresistible desire, perfect for fans of Bridgerton''Irresistible . . . The most effervescent book I''ve ever read'' 5***** Reader Review''You can place yourself in the book and feel what the characters feel'' 5***** Reader Review_______Miss Amelia Benbridge and the Earl of Ware are the most anticipated match of the Season.But Amelia''s love will always belong to her childhood sweetheart, the gypsy Colin - who tragically died. She knows she''ll never feel such passion again.But when a brooding stranger at a masquerade offers a single, sensual kiss, passions rise and she is determined to unmask her phantom admirer.And though deception lies in this stranger''s heart, her body cannot hold her back . . ._______''Love, intrigue, fear . . . Sylvia Day hit gold again'' 5***** Reader ReviewTrade ReviewPraise for Sylvia Day * - *Several shades darker and a hundred degrees hotter than anything you've read before * Reveal *Move over Danielle Steel and Jackie Collins, this is the dawn of a new Day * Amuse *A master storyteller * RT Book Reviews *Steamy sex scenes and intriguing plot twists will have readers clamouring for more * Library Journal *Lots of sex and gripping story lines * Sun *Full of emotional angst, scorching love scenes, and a compelling storyline * Dear Author *They are powerful, sexy and unputdownable * Victoria Loves Books *Boldly passionate, scorchingly sexy * Booklist *Sophisticated, engaging, clever and sweet * Irish Independent *Indulgent fantasy at its most enjoyable * Shelf Awareness *

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Book SynopsisAmidst the glamour of high society, a tawdry secret will change Lily’s life forever…1958. The last year debutantes will be presented at court to the young Queen Elizabeth and officially come out into society. To appease her traditional mother, aspiring university student Lily Nicholls agrees to debut and do the Season – a glittering and gruelling string of endless balls and cocktail parties.There she befriends two women: aloof Leana Hartford, whose apparent perfection hides a darker side, and ambitious Katherine Norman, who dreams of a career after helping her parents find their place among the elite.But the sparkle of the Season dims when Lily learns a devastating secret that threatens to destroy her entire family. Faced with a murky past, what will she choose for her future: her family legacy, or her own, uncertain happiness?A fast-paced and compelling historical novel for fans of Kate Morton and The Crown.Praise for The Last Dance of the Debutante "Between the crinkling of crinolines and the popping of champagne corks, Last Dance of the Debutante leads us on a glorious dance through the traditional glamour and suffocating expectations of a bygone era." Genevieve Graham, bestselling author of Letters across the Sea"Julia Kelly elegantly brings to life the last official presentation of debutantes at court with her exquisitely researched and beautiful written detail. This story was so decadent, I wanted to don silk and crinoline and read it with a glass of champagne." Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Bookshop in London"Refreshing, intriguing, oozing with elegance, and with three female leads who will keep you thoroughly engrossed, a charming gem of a novel which will delight fans of The Crown." Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter"An insightful and engaging look at this neglected subject … an unforgettable journey of a young woman's liberation." Piper Huguley, author of By Design: the story of Ann Lowe, Society's Best-Kept Secret"Peels back layers of lush glamour and the extraordinary expectations of the London Season to give us a glimpse into a world teetering on the brink of change and the choices facing those who navigated it. Woven with heartfelt emotion, this novel is a captivating, unforgettable story of one woman's journey to find love, truth, and, most importantly, herself." Kelly Bowen, author of The Paris Apartment"Kelly's descriptions of the glamorous, though long nights, are captivating. The pressure these young women feel to impress and make the right match is exhausting, and Kelly evokes compassion for her characters. The story is full of allure, society scandals, and the determination for these young women to eschew the dying traditions of the time." Booklist"The engrossing narrative dishes out the right amount of tension while moving the plot forward at a satisfying pace... Kelly succeeds at bringing a bygone world to life." Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisAs the war rages on around her, one girl in blue's life is about to change forever... Even in wartime, East End girl Nancy Evans has reason to hope. She's a rising star in the Women's Auxiliary Air Force and she'll be walking down the aisle any day now... but then a brutal night of bombing changes her life forever. Newly pregnant and single, Nancy swaps her blue uniform for a pinny, taking on housekeeping duties for handsome village doctor, David Denny. And though Nancy tries to stay cheerful and contribute to the war effort in any way she can, it isn't long before she finds herself leaning on David for comfort... The countryside is a world away from the home she grew up in, and Nancy soon learns not everyone approves of her Poplar roots – or her romantic entanglement with David. But David doesn't care about where she comes from... does he?

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Book SynopsisPray, pray be composed, cried Elinor, and do not betray what you feel to every body present. Perhaps he has not observed you yet.For Elinor Dashwood, sensible and sensitive, and her romantic, impetuous younger sister Marianne, the prospect of marrying the men they love appears remote. In a world ruled by money and self-interest, the Dashwood sisters have neither fortune nor connections. Concerned for others and for social proprieties, Elinor is ill-equipped to compete with self-centred fortune-hunters like Lucy Steele, whilst Marianne''s unswerving belief in the truth of her own feelings makes her more dangerously susceptible to the designs of unscrupulous men.Through her heroines'' parallel experiences of love, loss, and hope, Jane Austen offers a powerful analysis of the ways in which women''s lives were shaped by the claustrophobic society in which they had to survive.

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Book Synopsis''The ultimate in immersive fiction . . . magnificent'' Sunday Times''Highly readable, entirely engaging and frequently funny'' Observer''Perfectly pitched . . . A deft and resonant alchemy of fact and fiction, of literary myth and imagination'' Guardian Book of the WeekAround the turn of the twentieth century young pianist Brodie Moncur quits Edinburgh''s slate skies for the lights of Paris, his preacher father''s words of denunciation ringing in his ears. There he joins forces with the fiery Irish virtuoso John Kilbarron and together the pair take Europe by storm.But when he falls for Kilbarron''s lover - the mesmerizing Russian soprano Lika Blum - Brodie quickly realizes that the tide has turned and he must flee across a continent, haunted by his love for Lika, and pursued by the vengeful wrath of his rival.''A giddying read . . . his most immersive historical novel to date'' Daily Telegraph''Elegant and affecting. A racing fin-de-siècle romance'' The Times''Boyd''s talents as a rollicking storytelling [are] full on display in this historical blockbuster'' Metro Trade ReviewBoyd on form is the ultimate in immersive fiction, and Love is Blind is Boyd at the top of his game . . . magnificent * Sunday Times *Boyd is back on a form few of his contemporaries can match. This fine, touching and clever book is the best thing he's written since [Any Human Heart] and deserves similar adulation * Observer *The book begins and continues at a cracking pace - or perhaps a cinematic stride - with scenes, scenarios, set-pieces and minor characters aplenty, all of which and all of whom might easily detain another writer for an entire book . . . He makes it look easy: he's a pro * New Statesman *Boyd's talents as a rollicking storytelling [are] full on display in this historical blockbuster * Metro *A deft and resonant alchemy of fact and fiction, of literary myth and imagination * Guardian *He has probably written more classic books than any of his contemporaries * Daily Telegraph *Boyd is a brilliant novelist * Observer *William Boyd is arguably one of Britain's finest living writers * Sunday Express *

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Book Synopsis**Don''t miss Jenny Holmes''s latest wartime series, The Air Raid Girls. Part 3 - The Air Raid Girls: Wartime Brides - is available now!**----------------------------Planes to deliver. A war to be won. Bobbie Fraser, Mary Holland and Jean Thornton are Atta Girls - part of the Air Transport Auxiliary team flying planes between bases. Taking to the air in anything they''re given, their work is dangerous but their courage always comes through. Now there''s a new girl joining the ranks - Canadian Viv Robertson, who is bright, brash and brave. But can Viv settle into her new home with the other girls? And when life on the ground leaves them as vulnerable as in the air, can they stick together through the tough times ahead and ultimately fly to victory?A heart-warming, romantic story of friendship, camaraderie and triumph over adversity that fans of Donna Douglas, Nancy Revell and Elaine Everest will adore.----------------------------Readers love Jenny Holmes''A delight to read''''I highly recommend this book, great job Jenny!''''Really enjoyed this book cant wait to read the next one''''Lovely historical drama''''I love reading these books on life in WW2''''A book you can''t put down''Trade ReviewPraise for Jenny Holmes * : *Vibrant and heart-warming, Jenny Holmes makes Chapel Street come alive. * Sunday Express on The Shop Girls of Chapel Street *Gritty and uplifting, it's a tale of triumph over adversity * Choice on The Mill Girls of Albion Lane *

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Book SynopsisWhen an Army Ranger and a librarian are bound together by a marriage of convenience, neither suspects it might lead to love. Will D-day--and a foreboding dream--tear them apart?

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Lioness of Morocco and The Elephant Keeper’s Daughter, the story of an ambitious young woman discovering friendship, love, and her own identity on the eve of World War I. Christmas 1889. A baby is born in the early hours at Vienna General Hospital, only to be abandoned by her unwed mother and entrusted to a foundling home and its loving caretaker. Fanny Schindler grows from a precocious girl into a strong-willed young woman. Undeterred by the rules of her station, she’s determined to rise above her humble origins and pursue her dreams at all costs, becoming an apprentice to one of the most glamorous fashion houses in Austria-Hungary. All the while, as Fanny searches for a sense of belonging, her path crosses with those of three people who will change her future. To one, she is a cherished friend. To another, a confidant. And to a handsome career soldier, something more. When hostilities in Europe burst into flame as a brutal world war, the future of the dual monarchy is at stake, friendships are strained, loyalties are tested, and everything is at risk. And when long-buried secrets about Fanny’s past come to light, she must decide what truly matters—and what is worth fighting for in a new world of infinite possibilities.

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Book SynopsisAn alluring regency romance for fans of Sophie Irwin and Julia Quinn.

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Book SynopsisA captivating opposite-attract romance by New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James.

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Book Synopsis*The USA Today bestseller!* Can their bond survive under the shadow of occupation?For fans ofThe Tattooist of Auschwitz and The German Midwife comes this unforgettable tale of love, loss, family, and the power of hope.Kiev, 1941: Watching the Red Army withdraw from Ukraine in the face of Hitler's relentless advance, sisters Natasha and Lisa Smirnova realise their lives are about to change forever.As the German army occupies their beloved city, the sisters are tested in ways they never thought possible. Lisa's fiancé Alexei is taken by the invading army, whilst Natasha falls in love with Mark a Hungarian soldier, enlisted against all his principles on the side of the Nazis.But as Natasha and Lisa fight to protect the friends and family they hold dear, they must face up to the dark horrors of war and the pain of betrayal. Will they be strong enough to overcome the forces which threaten to tear their family apart? Why readers love Sisters of War: Captivating from the first page'Powerful Trade ReviewIt's one of those books you hold close to your heart and don't want to let go. By the time I got to the last page I felt I knew these wonderful characters well' Sharon Laker, author of The Railway Mice of Countesthorpe ‘The sisters capture your heart. Definitely a book I will recommend’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘I LOVED this book! It was such a beautifully written story about the complexity of life during WWII… This story takes turns from being completely heart-wrenching to hopeful in the face of adversity’ NetGalley Reviewer 'A powerful and hard-hitting novel, it tackles the themes of loyalty and compassion, and emphasizes the hard choices that need to be made in wartime' Deborah Swift, author of The Lady's Slipper 'The author, Lana Kortchik, has done her homework, and it shows. Her writing style is crisp and vivid, and she gives us dialogue that jumps off the page’ Harry Fox, author of The Stonegate Sword 'Its powerfully descriptive language pulls you in to the bleakness of war, the longing for peace, and the exhilaration of profound, unconditional love' Marie Silk, author of Davenport House 'Miss Kortchik takes the reader on a whirlwind journey, full of emotions, loss, love, and faith in this well-researched novel’ Heather Osborne, author of Bitter Bonds 'I cried, smiled, gasped, and laughed while reading this book. It will stay with me long after I've finished it’ J.L. Leslie, author of Tame Me

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Book SynopsisA captivating novel of love and intrigue.Everyone expected Isabella Charteris, beautiful, sheltered and aristocratic, to marry her cousin Rupert when he came back from the War. It would have been such a suitable marriage. How strange then that John Gabriel, an ambitious and ruthless war hero, should appear in her life. For Isabella, the price of love would mean abandoning her dreams of home and happiness forever. For Gabriel, it would destroy his chance of a career and all his ambitionsFamous for her ingenious crime books and plays, Agatha Christie also wrote about crimes of the heart, six bittersweet and very personal novels, as compelling and memorable as the best of her work.Trade Review'Quiet and intelligent, with class distinctions which motivate its characters.' Books 'Miss Westmacott writes crisply and is always lucid… much material has been skilfully compressed.' Times Literary Supplement

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Book SynopsisA secret hidden in the past.A family bound by a dark legacyWhat a fascinating story. I enjoyed every moment of it. Intriguing and with a lovely time-slippery twist' Barbara Erskine, Sunday Times bestselling authorEver since her sister disappeared eleven years ago, Serena Warren has been running from a ghost, haunted by what she can't remember about that night.When Caitlin's body is discovered, Serena returns to her grandfather's house, nestled beside the ruins of Minster Lovell Hall in Oxfordshire, determined to uncover the truth. But in returning to the place of her childhood summers, Serena stands poised at the brink of a startling discovery one that will tie her family to a centuries-old secretTaking readers from the present day to the Wars of the Roses in the 1400s, and with an enthralling mystery at its heart, The Last Daughter is a spellbinding novel about family secrets, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Barbara Erskine and Kate Morton.Trade Review‘I enjoyed every moment of it. Intriguing and with a lovely time slippery twist.’ BARBARA ERSKINE 'An ingenious tale of mystery and suspense… Enchanting.’ DINAH JEFFRIES ‘A completely wonderful read. Set during the Wars of the Roses and the present day, it’s historically rich, emotional and magical. I was intrigued and immersed throughout.’ TRACY REES ‘Well, Nicola has done it again! A cracking tale that wouldn’t let me put it down or turn out the light. I absolutely loved it.’ KATIE FFORDE ‘Atmospheric and beautifully crafted, I guarantee this suspenseful time-slip story will have you up all night to finish.’ RACHEL HORE ‘A treasure trove of historical insight, casting a new light on a compelling mystery that binds the present to the distant past.’ FIONA VALPY ‘I was utterly immersed, forgetting everything but the story and the characters. Nicola’s writing is so vivid and beautiful and perfectly pitched, her plotting addictive’ JENNY ASHCROFT ‘Well researched and stylish, full of emotion from past and present, this is an engrossing mystery to keep the reader turning the pages.’ ANNE O’BRIEN, author of The Queen’s Rival ‘An engaging, beautifully crafted romance that weaves together several intriguing mysteries, both ancient and modern, and questions the very essence of time itself.’ ALISON WEIR, author of Six Tudor Queens ‘A marvellously magical tale, based on real history… Nicola's beautiful writing sucked me right in and I was completely absorbed by this book. A masterpiece of timeslip fiction.’ KATHLEEN MCGURL ‘Gorgeous… Combines a modern-day mystery with a 600-year-old tale of intrigue, plotting and romance. I was alternately entranced and thrilled… Nicola has excelled herself in this wonderful book.’ LOUISE DOUGLAS, author of The House by the Sea

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Book SynopsisA heartbreaking story of one child's courage, from the bestselling author of The Orphan's of Halfpenny Street.Ella has never known love. Left as a baby outside the workhouse, Ella has only ever been treated with unkindness; especially from the hateful guardians of the workhouse, who hold the fate of the inmates in their cruel hands.When she is sold as a scullery maid to a new home, Ella hopes for a better life. But her hopes are dashed as she struggles to do all the work heaped on her thin shoulders by her brutish master.Daring to escape her harsh treatment, it isn't long before she is caught and once again finds herself at the mercy of an uncaring world. Can Ella resist giving in to despair and somehow to find the strength to carry on aloneTrade ReviewReader’s love Cathy Sharp‘A brilliant book!’ 5* Amazon reviewer‘Enjoyed every page’ 5*Goodreads reviewer

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Book SynopsisEverything is about to change1789. Pierre and Catherine Aubert, the Comte and Comtesse de Verais, have fled the palace of Versailles for their château, deep in the French Alps. But as revolution spreads through the country, even hidden away the Auberts will not be safe forever. Soon they must make a terrible decision in order to protect themselves, and their children, from harm.Present day. When Lu's mother dies leaving her heartbroken, the chance to move to a château in the south of France with her husband and best friends seems an opportunity for a new beginning. But Lu can't resist digging into their new home's history, and when she stumbles across the unexplained disappearance of Catherine Aubert, the château begins to reveal its secrets and a mystery unsolved for centuries is uncoveredUnlock the secret of the château today. Perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Fiona Valpy and The Forgotten Village!Readers love The Secret of the Château!I absolutely loved this book Enthralling I reallTrade Review‘Brilliant! Kath writes the most wonderful time-slip and I urge you to snap this up.’ Nicola Cornick, author of The Forgotten Sister ‘Enthralling… A beautiful and heartbreaking time-slip story… A gripping story of love and redemption across two centuries… The perfect escape.’ The Lancashire Post

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Book SynopsisHeart-breaking but so uplifting Kerry really is a hugely talented voice.' Nicola Cornick, author of The Forgotten SisterInspired by an incredible true story, this is an unforgettable novel about love, loss and one impossible choiceLondon, 1940When nurse Elsie offers to send a reassuring letter to the family of a patient, she has an idea. She begins a book of last letters: messages to be sent on to wounded soldiers' loved ones should the very worst come to pass, so that no one is left without a final goodbye.But one message will change Elsie's life forever. When a patient makes a devastating request, can Elsie find the strength to do the unthinkable?London, present dayStephanie has a lot of people she'd like to speak to: her estranged brother, to whom her last words were in anger; her nan, whose dementia means she is only occasionally lucid enough to talk.When she discovers a book of wartime letters, Stephanie realises the importance of our final words and uncovers the story of a secrTrade Review‘Wonderful… Both heart-warming and heart-breaking… Unputdownable.’ Kathleen McGurl, author of The Girl from Bletchley Park ‘Poignant and full of heart, this is a beautiful read about love, kindness and impossible choices… Heart-breaking but ultimately uplifting.’ Annie Lyons, author of Eudora Honeysett Is Quite Well, Thank You

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Book SynopsisA second chance at loveAfter Dominic Kilburn left Lady Willa Ransome at the altar she vowed never to reveal how badly she was hurt. Determined to move on with her life she accepts an invitation to a friend's house party on an isolated Scottish isle. The perfect escape, until she comes face to face with the man responsible for her humiliation.When dark secrets from his past surfaced right before his wedding, leaving Willa was Dom's only option. To escape the memories of all he lost, Dom heads to a friend's Scottish estate. Yet one of the other guests is the very woman who haunts his every thought.Thrown together Willa and Dom try to resist their attraction, but soon the line between love and loathing begins to blur. Can they find a way to rekindle what they lost, or will Dom's past once again come between them?

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Book SynopsisThe wonderfully nostalgic and heartwarming new novel from the Sunday Times Top Ten bestselling author of The Beggar Maid.Born out of wedlock when her mother was only fourteen, Lucy Pocket has spent all her life in the care of her disreputable but charming grandmother, Eva. They dodge from one poor lodging house to another, always in debt and resorting to theft in order to exist. Until her wealthy paternal grandfather buys her from Eva, determined to bring Lucy up to be a lady. When her grandfather dies, his despicable nephew cheats Lucy out of her inheritance, except for a run-down lodging house in Whitechapel, where she is forced to look after his three illegitimate children.Jilted by her would-be fiancé, Lucy is determined to make a life for herself and the children, and to search for her long lost grandmother, creating the family she has always longed for.

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Book SynopsisA masterpiece among early Greek romancesA tender novel describing eager and inept young love, Daphnis and Chloe tells the story of a baby boy and girl who are discovered separately, two years apart, alone and exposed on a Greek mountainside. Taken in by a goatherd and a shepherd respectively, and raised near the town of Mytilene, they grow to maturity unaware of one another's existence - until the mischievous god of love, Eros, creates in them a sudden overpowering desire for one another. A masterpiece among early Greek romances, attracting both high praise and moral disapproval, this work has proved an enduringly fertile source of inspiration for musicians, writers and artists from Henry Fielding to Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot and Maurice Ravel. Longus transforms familiar themes from the romance genre - including pirates, dreams, and the supernatural - into a virtuoso love story that is rich in insight, humorous and ironical in its treatment of human sexual experience.<

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Book SynopsisBe transported from London to New Orleans and beyond in this powerful, moving historical novel from the international bestseller Lesley PearseShe witnessed a murder - and now her life is in danger . . .Fifteen year-old Belle, though raised in a London brothel, is an innocent young girl. But when she witnesses one of the girls brutally strangled by a client, she is cast into a cruel, heartless world.Snatched from the streets and sold into prostitution, she is made a courtesan in New Orleans. At the mercy of desperate men who crave her beauty and will do anything to keep her, Belle''s dreams of home, family and freedom appear futile.Are Belle''s courage and spirit strong enough to help her escape?And what will await her at the end of the long, dangerous journey home?Praise for Lesley Pearse''With characters it is impossible not to care about . . . this is storytelling at its very best''Trade ReviewThe international number one bestselling author tells the story of a strong woman trying to be good in a world gone bad, taking us from London to New Orleans and beyond in this powerful, moving historical novel.She witnessed a murder - and now her life is in danger . . . * from the publisher's description *An emotional and moving epic you won't forget in a hurry * Woman's Weekly *Full of love, passion and heartbreak * Best *Glorious, heart-warming * Woman & Home *An atmospheric cracker with lots of twists * Woman *

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Book SynopsisA rake, a wallflower and a fake courtship! Delight in the spicy, high-stakes first instalment of Bronwyn Scott's new trilogy Wed Within a Year. Perfect for fans of: 🤭 Fake dating 🌶? Spicy Sparks fly when the wallflower waltzes with the rake! A Wed Within a Year story. When the Crown awards spy Caine Parkhurst the title of Marquess, it's with the outrageous stipulation that he marries within the year! Caine's catapulted into London's ballrooms in search of a bride, but the last thing this rakish bachelor is looking for is love Once a diamond, Lady Mary is now in danger of becoming a wallfloweror, worse, being married off to a man of her father's choosing! To escape the relentless matchmaking she agrees to a fake courtship with the new Marquess. Yet his touch leaves her longing to court this rakefor real!

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Book SynopsisFour soldiers face their greatest battle yeton the Regency marriage mart! Be enthralled by the second instalment of A Season to Wed Perfect for fans of: 🔥 Enemies to lovers 💘 Forbidden love A dance with temptation sets his world ablaze! Part of A Season to Wed. Lieutenant Colonel Ezra Hart finds himself in urgent need of a wifeinheriting the viscountcy relies on it! But while he's dutifully spinning the Season's jewels around Society's ballrooms he finds himself desiring the one woman he shouldn't covet French émigrée Seraphine Mounier is as beguiling as she is vivacious, but Ezra knows she has no interest in the marriage mart. What's worse, she represents the very enemy he fought at Waterloo. As an undeniable connection sparks, resisting Seraphine seems one battle Ezra's destined to lose!

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Book SynopsisA forbidden love story between a new duke and his father's young widow! Enjoy the second instalment of Eva Shepherd's spicy Rakes, Rebels and Rogues trilogy She'll share the Duke's bed but she won't be his wife! She'll share the Duke's bed but she won't be his wife! A Rakes, Rebels and Rogues story. Growing up believing he was the illegitimate son of a duke, Isaac Radcliff is shocked to discover his late parents had been marriedand he's the new Duke of Hartfield! But first Isaac must claim his seat from his father's young widow, Adelaide Isaac's roguish smile and handsome face ignite a visceral attraction in Adelaide, making her realise the passion her marriage had been missing! While marrying Isaac is a way to keep her home, she's defiant. She's had one convenient marriagethis time it's a love match or nothing!

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Book SynopsisWhat happens when a governess's first love comes back from the dead? Find out in this gothic second-chance romance To claim their future They must rewrite their past

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Book SynopsisDrama, danger and daring romance abound in this spicy forced proximity RegencyFrom notorious rakeTo unexpected protectorA Wed Within a Year story. Kieran Parkhurst has been awarded the title of Earl from the Crownblood money for the loss of his brother. He''s keen to avenge him, and a meeting with a mysterious informant promising valuable information brings Kieran face to face with captivating Celeste Sharpton, the ward of his enemyCeleste is risking her life to help Kieran, so for her protection they go to his country estate. Amongst Kieran's close-knit family Celeste finally feels that she belongsbut can she tempt the guarded Earl into believing they have a future when the enemy is closing in?Perfect for fans of:?? Enemies to lovers?? Forced proximity??? Spicy

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