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Book SynopsisAs darkness falls, a man caught in a snowstorm is forced to shelter at the strange, grim house Wuthering Heights. It is a place he will never forget. There he will come to learn the story of Cathy: how she was forced to choose between her well-meaning husband and the dangerous man she had loved since she was young.Trade Review"It is as if Emily Brontë could tear up all that we know human beings by, and fill these unrecognizable transparencies with such a gust of life that theytranscend reality."--Virginia Woolf

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Book Synopsis‘One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade’ TIME Enter the realm. Unleash the darkness. Live the legend. In a land without magic, an assassin is summoned to the castle. Celaena Sardothien has no love for the vicious king who rules from his throne of glass, but she has not come to kill him. She has come to win her freedom. If she defeats twenty-three murderers, thieves, and warriors in a deadly competition, she will be released from prison to serve as the King's Champion. But something rotten dwells in the castle – and it's there to kill. When her competitors start dying mysteriously, one by one, Celaena’s fight for freedom becomes a fight for survival – and a desperate quest to root out the evil before it destroys her world, and the people she has come to love. Thrilling and fierce, Throne of Glass is the first book in the #1 New York Times bestselling series that has captivated readers worldwide.Trade ReviewAction-packed ... What a ride! -- Booklist on The Assassin’s BladeA thrilling read. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Throne of GlassAn epic fantasy readers will immerse themselves in and never want to leave. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on Crown of MidnightCelaena is as much an epic hero as Frodo or Jon Snow! -- New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce on Heir of FirePacked ... with brooding glances, simmering sexual tension, twisty plot turns, lush world building, and snarky banter. -- Booklist on Queen of ShadowsTightly plotted, delightful escapism. -- Kirkus Reviews on Empire of StormsTurns a corner from sprawling epic to thrilling psychological fantasy. -- HuffPost on Tower of DawnA worthy finale to one of the best fantasy book series of the past decade. -- Time on Kingdom of Ash

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling Reese Witherspoon Book Club PickSoon to be a major motion picture, The Nightingale is a multi-million copy bestseller across the world. It is a heart-breakingly beautiful novel that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the endurance of women.This story is about what it was like to be a woman during World War II when women’s stories were all too often forgotten or overlooked . . . Vianne and Isabelle Mauriac are two sisters, separated by years and experience, by ideals and passion and circumstance, each embarking on her own dangerous path towards survival, love and freedom in war-torn France.Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale is a novel for everyone, a novel for a lifetime.‘A rich, compelling novel of love, sacrifice and survival’ - Kate Morton‘Movingly written and plotted with the heartless skill of a Greek tragedy, you’ll keep turning the pages until the last racking sob’ - Daily Mail‘I loved The Nightingale . . . great characters, great plots, great emotions, who could ask for more in a novel?’ - Isabel Allende, author of The House of the Spirits‘A gripping tale of family, love, grief and forgiveness’ - Sunday ExpressTrade ReviewI loved The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, a talented writer of American stories; great characters, great plots, great emotions, who could ask for more in a novel? -- Isabel Allende, bestselling author of The House of the SpiritsBeautifully written . . . packed with action and emotion. -- Sara Gruen, bestselling author of Water for ElephantsThe real horrors of war; the deprivations; the risks are all there... This is a hauntingly tragic yet sympathetic novel * The Cape Times *An unforgettable portrait of love and war. * People *The suspense builds slowly in this thought-provoking and absorbing novel. * Choice *The bestselling author hits her stride in this page-turning tale about two sisters, one in the French countryside, the other in Paris, who show remarkable courage in the German occupation during WWII . . . The author ably depicts war’s horrors through the eyes of these two women, whose strength of character shines through no matter their differences. * Publishers Weekly *A respectful and absorbing page-turner. * Kirkus Reviews *

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The second instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James – Telegraph Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint … To be devoured with relish – Mail ****** Feyre survived Amarantha's clutches to return to the Spring Court – but at a steep cost. Though she now possesses the powers of the High Fae, her heart remains human, and it can’t forget the terrible deeds she performed to save Tamlin’s people. Nor has Feyre forgotten her bargain with Rhysand, the mesmerising High Lord of the feared Night Court. As Feyre navigates his dark web of political games and tantalising promises, a greater evil looms – and she might be key to stopping it. But only if she can step into her growing power, heal her fractured soul and have the courage to shape her own future – and the future of a world cloven in two... _____________________________ Sarah J. Maas's books have sold millions of copies worldwide and have been translated into 37 languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself.

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Book SynopsisDive back into Chestnut Springs with the second book in the small-town contemporary romance series by TikTok sensation Elsie Silver.

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Book SynopsisPRE-ORDER THE INTERNATIONAL SENSATION THAT INSPIRED NUMBER ONE PRIME TV SHOW MAXTON HALL! They come from different worlds, and yet they are meant for each other. Money, glamour, luxury, powerRuby Bell couldn't be less interested in these things if she tried. After being awarded a scholarship to one of England's most prestigious and expensive private schools, Maxton Hall, all she wants is to keep her head down, work hard, and get accepted to Oxford. She keeps her distance from everyone, especially the arrogant, rich, and extremely handsome James Beaufort, ringleader of the school's party boys. When Ruby discovers a scandalous secret about the Beauforts, she is suddenly on James's radar. It only gets worse when James is forced to work with her to plan the school's annual gala. Yet the more time they spend together, the more they realize they share much more than they thought. Perfect for fans of Monica Murphy, The Idea of You and Colleen Hoover

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Book SynopsisDiscover the standalone grumpy sunshine dark mafia romance from the New York Times bestselling author and TikTok sensation.''This book was a masterpiece'' ***** Reader reviewI couldn't put it down, definitely recommend and the spice omg' ***** Reader review''Dark and delicious'' ***** Reader review''BookTok did not disappoint'' ***** Reader review________________________________Creighton King is silent, brooding, and hostile.Still, Annika Volkov has a crush on him. What Annika doesn't realize is that behind Creighton's quiet beauty lies a dark and violent soul...She is everything he is not: bright, lively, and the heart of every party.Creighton knows he can never outrun his past, so he unleashes his pain on others. He never expected to be drawn to the girl who is his complete opposite.But as Annika tries to break through his walls, he finds himself captivated by her, especially after he uncovers her wilder sideNow that he's obsessed, she'll never escape him.Can Annika bring light to Creighton's darkness, or will he pull her into the shadows with him?This book is a dark unconventional romance and contains themes that aren''t to everyone''s liking. Please check the author''s note for content warnings before reading.________________________________Readers are obsessed with the Legacy of Gods series:''I''ll never forget them I love them so much'' ***** Reader review''This book was a masterpiece'' ***** Reader reviewI WAS NOT PREPARED FOR THIS BOOK! ***** Reader reviewI was hooked' ***** Reader review''Unhinged'' ***** Reader review''Just phenomenal'' ***** Reader review''This book is something else entirely!!!'' ***** Reader review''Genius'' ***** Reader reviewAbsolutely outstanding'' ***** Reader reviewThis book can be read on its own, but for a better understanding of the world, you might want to start with God of Malice.

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Book SynopsisSunburn is an astute and tender portrayal of first love, adolescent anxiety and the realities of growing up in a small town where tradition holds people tightly in its grasp....Trade ReviewLucy tells her story in a true, compelling voice, with an eye for minutiae, quaint apercus, and confidences that make her account moving and convincing * SAGA Magazine *A deeply moving, heartfelt love story * Daily Mail *Intense and all-consuming - like the first love it describes - Sunburn transported me to the heart of summer and the heady days of late adolescence. I won't soon forget Chloe Michelle Howarth's addictive, lushly written debut -- Laura Sims, author of Looker,This is a compassionate take on the push and pull between what's expected and what is felt. * The Herald *A literary coming-of age that captures the similar minutiae of romance as Normal People, and the gorgeous poetic descriptions of Call Me By Your Name... Whether you're looking for a great beach read, something for your book club, or a queer romance, Sunburn is a book you need to get on your shelves * Turnaround (Book of the Month) *

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Book SynopsisAutumn Woods is a romance author and aerospace engineer based in the Southwest of the UK. Born in London, Autumn grew up in the countryside She loves to write agonising slow burns in gloomy, gothic, or cottagecore settings. Outside writing and engineering, you'll find her painting landscapes, baking bread, rereading the Lord of the Rings, and getting lost in the latest high stakes Romantasy novels.

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Book Synopsis FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR*, ELSIE SILVER! SET IN THE SAME BELOVED UNIVERSE AS SMASH-HIT SERIES CHESTNUT SPRINGS: SMALL-TOWN, BIG CHARACTERS, FOUR ADDICTIVE LOVE STORIES . . . MEET THE SINGLE DADS OF ROSE HILL. ''Elsie Silver''s writing is a true revelation!'' ALI HAZELWOOD''This book contains a hero to die for'' TESSA BAILEY ----A rugged mountain town seemed like the perfect escape from a life in shambles.But on day one, she ran full tilt into the world''s hottest single dad, and now all her plans are ruined.As a chart-topping country singer with a recent streak of bad press, it''s hard for Skylar Stone to find any peace. But she finds it in Rose Hill. With a little boy and a little girl who steal her heart just as thoroughly as their dad.Weston Belmont.The man is a shameless flirt. He oozes confidence and masculinity in a way that''s downright distracting. And in bed? He''s addictive.Everything with him is wild and impulsive, and Skylar is desperate to regain some control.But no one has supported her like West does. And no one has ever made her feel as loved as he does either.So, while Skylar''s brain says settling down with a small-town horse trainer is impossible...her heart says she''s right where she belongs.Still, her life as a celebrity haunts her. It has the power to pull she and West apart.She can see in his eyes that he wants her to stay. And she wants that too.But she knows better than anyone that you don''t always get what you want. Readers can''t get enough of the Rose Hill series . . . ''Billionaire romance but make it rustic . . . Elsie Silver just hits the mark every time''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Hands-down my favorite book Elsie has written. HIGHLY recommend''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Did I devour this in a single day? You bet I did!''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Elsie Silver is the queen of small-town romances''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''The banter. The tension. The relationship between Ford & Rosie. The character development. Wow''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''I was hooked from the first chapter''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐*Wild Love was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of April 2024. Wild Eyes was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of September 2024.

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Book Synopsis Discover the serial killer romance thriller everyone is talking about!''Hilarious, heart-warming, sexy . . . and gory. The perfect cocktail that will have you swooning and laughing. The funnest read of the year!'' H. D. Carlton, international and USA Today bestselling author of Haunting Adeline''So fresh and different. It''s like a funny, irreverent version of Dexter - only there''s two of them and sexual tension'' Abby Jimenez, New York Times bestselling author of Yours Truly ----This viral TikTok friends-to-lovers dark romantic comedy full of murder, chaos, and sizzling chemistry is unlike anything you''ve read before . . . perfect for fans of The Mind F*ck series.Even serial killers deserve a meet-cute.When a chance encounter sparks an unlikely bond between rival murderers Sloane and Rowan, the two find something elusive - the friendship of two like-minded, pitch-black souls who just happen to enjoy killing other serial killers. Stalking across the country, the two hunters collide in an annual game of blood and suffering, one that pits them against the most dangerous monsters in the country. But as their friendship develops into something deeper, the restless ghosts left in their wake are only a few steps behind, ready to claim more than just their new-found romance.Can Rowan and Sloane dig themselves out of a game of graves? Or have they finally met their match?''Brynne is a master weaver of words in this dark, decadent and delicious story of serial killers, sexy spice, and sensational fun!'' RuNyx, USA Today bestselling author of the Dark Verse series*** What do Readers think of Butcher &Blackbird? ''The chemistry is explosive. The romance will make your heart squeeze painfully. The banter will have you giggling and kicking your feet. The one-liners and screwball scenarios are laugh-out-loud hysterical'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Butcher and Blackbird is indulgent and decadent; reading it feels like eating chocolate cake'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''If I could rate this book infinity stars, trust me, I would in a heartbeat'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''One of the most creative dark romances I''ve EVER read . . . perfection from start to finish'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''I was so engaged I couldn''t put it down'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''The banter was chef kiss'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''There is nothing more I can say except . . . I think I am in love with a serial killer'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Writing a romantic comedy about vigilante serial killers who kill other serial killers for fun, and somehow making it cute is no small feat'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐Trade ReviewBrynne is a master weaver of words in this dark, decadent and delicious story of serial killers, sexy spice, and sensational fun! Butcher & Blackbird is one of my favourite reads of the year! * RuNyx, USA Today bestselling author of the Dark Verse series *Hilarious, heart-warming, sexy . . . and gory. The perfect cocktail that will have you swooning and laughing. The funnest read of the year! * H. D. Carlton, international and USA Today bestselling author of Haunting Adeline *This is so fresh and different. It's like a funny, irreverent version of Dexter - only there's two of them and sexual tension * Abby Jimenez, New York Times bestselling author *

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Book Synopsis‘One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade’ TIME No masters. No limits. No regrets. Aelin Galathynius takes her place as queen in the fourth book of the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Celaena Sardothien has embraced her identity as Aelin Galathynius, Queen of Terrasen. But before she can reclaim her throne, she must fight. She will fight for her cousin, a warrior prepared to die for her. She will fight for her friend, a young man trapped in an unspeakable prison. And she will fight for her people, enslaved to a brutal king and awaiting their lost queen’s triumphant return. Everyone Aelin loves has been taken from her. Everything she holds dear is in danger. But she has the heart of a queen — and that heart beats for vengeance. In this fourth book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series, no one will escape the queen’s wrath.Trade ReviewAction-packed ... What a ride! -- Booklist on The Assassin’s BladeA thrilling read. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Throne of GlassAn epic fantasy readers will immerse themselves in and never want to leave. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on Crown of MidnightCelaena is as much an epic hero as Frodo or Jon Snow! -- New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce on Heir of FirePacked ... with brooding glances, simmering sexual tension, twisty plot turns, lush world building, and snarky banter. -- Booklist on Queen of ShadowsTightly plotted, delightful escapism. -- Kirkus Reviews on Empire of StormsTurns a corner from sprawling epic to thrilling psychological fantasy. -- HuffPost on Tower of DawnA worthy finale to one of the best fantasy book series of the past decade. -- Time on Kingdom of Ash

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Book Synopsis‘One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade’ TIME Together they will rise. Or together they will fall. The epic finale to the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Aelin Galathynius has vowed to save her people — but at a tremendous cost. Locked in an iron coffin by the Queen of the Fae, Aelin must draw upon her fiery will as she endures months of torture. The knowledge that yielding to Maeve will doom those she loves keeps her from breaking, but her resolve unravels with each passing day. With Aelin captured, her friends and allies have scattered. Some bonds will grow even deeper, while others will be severed forever. But as destinies weave together at last, all must stand together if Erilea is to have any hope of salvation. Sarah J. Maas’s #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series draws to an explosive conclusion as Aelin fights for her life, her people, and the promise of a better world.Trade ReviewAction-packed ... What a ride! -- Booklist on The Assassin’s BladeA thrilling read. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Throne of GlassAn epic fantasy readers will immerse themselves in and never want to leave. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on Crown of MidnightCelaena is as much an epic hero as Frodo or Jon Snow! -- New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce on Heir of FirePacked ... with brooding glances, simmering sexual tension, twisty plot turns, lush world building, and snarky banter. -- Booklist on Queen of ShadowsTightly plotted, delightful escapism. -- Kirkus Reviews on Empire of StormsTurns a corner from sprawling epic to thrilling psychological fantasy. -- HuffPost on Tower of DawnA worthy finale to one of the best fantasy book series of the past decade. -- Time on Kingdom of Ash

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Book SynopsisK. M. Moronova is a dark fantasy and romance author. She lives in Montana with her partner, two dogs, and three cats. She loves drinking tea and writing stories with worlds that she can get completely swept into. Her favorite characters are the misunderstood villains.

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Book SynopsisElsie Silver''s writing is a true revelation! ALI HAZELWOOD---Grumpy cowboys and steamy romance . . . Welcome to Chestnut Springs: the big-hitting, small-town series from TikTok sensation Elsie Silver. Perfect for fans of Devney Perry, Lucy Score and B.K. Borison.Theo Silva. Rowdy bull rider, notorious ladies'' man, scorching hot trouble wrapped up in a drool-worthy package. And he''s looking at me like I might be his next meal. I''m almost free of my toxic marriage and have sworn off men entirely. So all I see when I look at Theo is temptation served up with a heaping side of heartbreak. The man is hard to trust-and even harder to resist. Make that impossible. Because Theo is persistent. And no matter how hard I try to freeze him out, he melts my icy exterior and pulls apart all my defences. Then I spend the singular hottest night of my life with him. It was supposed to be a one-time thing. A secret. But that little plus sign is going to make this secret impossible to keep.*Elsie Silver became an instant Sunday Times bestselling author on the 2nd week of April 2024.

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Book Synopsis‘One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade’ TIME The twist of a knife. The birth of a legend. Step into the world of the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas with this collection of prequel novellas. Celaena Sardothien is her kingdom’s most feared assassin. Though she works for the powerful Assassin’s Guild and its scheming master, Arobynn Hamel, she yields to no one and trusts only her fellow killer-for-hire, Sam. But when Arobynn dispatches her on missions that take her from remote islands to hostile deserts, Celaena finds herself acting independently of his wishes and questioning her own allegiance. If she hopes to escape Arobynn’s clutches, Celaena will have to put her faith in her wits and her blade ... knowing that if she fails, she’ll lose not just a chance at freedom but her life. A prequel to the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass, this collection of five novellas explores the history of this cunning assassin and her enthralling — and deadly — world. Included in this volume: The Assassin and the Pirate Lord The Assassin and the Healer The Assassin and the Desert The Assassin and the Underworld The Assassin and the EmpireTrade ReviewAction-packed ... What a ride! -- Booklist on The Assassin’s BladeA thrilling read. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Throne of GlassAn epic fantasy readers will immerse themselves in and never want to leave. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on Crown of MidnightCelaena is as much an epic hero as Frodo or Jon Snow! -- New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce on Heir of FirePacked ... with brooding glances, simmering sexual tension, twisty plot turns, lush world building, and snarky banter. -- Booklist on Queen of ShadowsTightly plotted, delightful escapism. -- Kirkus Reviews on Empire of StormsTurns a corner from sprawling epic to thrilling psychological fantasy. -- HuffPost on Tower of DawnA worthy finale to one of the best fantasy book series of the past decade. -- Time on Kingdom of Ash

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Book SynopsisA #1 New York Times bestseller from the creator of a viral TikTok series about the sunshine assistant to the evil villain and their unexpected romance. ASSISTANT WANTED: Notorious, high-ranking villain seeks loyal, level-headed assistant for unspecified office duties, supporting staff for random mayhem, terror, and other Dark Things in General. Discretion a must. Excellent benefits.With ailing family to support, Evie Sage's employment status isn't just important, it's vital. So when a mishap with Rennedawn's most infamous Villain results in a job offer-naturally, she says yes. No job is perfect, of course, but even less so when you develop a teeny crush on your terrifying, temperamental, and undeniably hot boss. Don't find evil so attractive, Evie.But just when she's getting used to severed heads suspended from the ceiling and the odd squish of an errant eyeball beneath her heel, Evie suspects this dungeon has a huge rat...and not just the literal kind. Because something rotten is growing in the kingdom of Rennedawn, and someone wants to take the Villain-and his entire nefarious empire-out.Now Evie must not only resist drooling over her boss but also figure out exactly who is sabotaging his work... and ensure he makes them pay.After all, a good job is hard to find....Readers have fallen head over heels for Assistant to the Villain: 'The slow burn romance was done so well - all the tension and build up with the characters' relationship had me grinning like crazy''I absolutely raced through this novel . . . I loved this book so much, it was laugh out loud funny, the characters were amazing and the tension was high!''The perfect one-sitting binge read for any fantasy or rom-com lover''Perfect blend of fantasy, romance and laugh out loud writing!'Number 1 New York Times bestseller, September 2023Trade ReviewThe most fun you’ll have whilst reading a fantasy book * CultureFly *A must-read * Booklist (starred review) *A greatly entertaining read, with characters you get to like and care about * SFF World *

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Book SynopsisHe's my fiancÃ. Correction: my fake fiancÃ. We start out as a bet. He doesn't believe that anyone holds my last name against me. So he offers me his to prove a point. He gets a break from his concerned family's prying, and I get a chance to shed my family's reputation while I save up to ditch this small town

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Book SynopsisIn the game of second chances, can they follow the rules?When Ellis Ainsley runs into her charming, handsome ex, NHL player Liam Ruinsky, ten years after they split, she remembers why she fell for him. Now, their lives are worlds apart and though she knows they'd never work, the temptation is too much.It was supposed to only be one night until Ellis sees the positive pregnancy test.Already a chronically ill woman juggling her health and career, Ellis needs to figure out how to tell Liam he is going to be a dad. And how can they co-parent, with their chemistry undeniable?With turbulent families, overbearing coaches, and the media wanting a slice of Liam''s life, can he step up? And most of all, will they risk falling in love for a second time?The hottest ice hockey romance for 2025, brimming with tension and lust. Fans of Icebreaker and The Love Hypothesis will adore this.

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Book Synopsis**DREAM COUNT, the searing new bestselling novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, is out now!**WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD''A delicious, important novel'' THE TIMES''Alert, alive and gripping'' INDEPENDENTIfemelu and Obinze are young and in love when they depart military-ruled Nigeria. In America, Ifemelu suffers defeats and triumphs, finds and loses relationships, all the while feeling the weight of something she never thought of back home: race. Meanwhile, Obinze plunges into a dangerous, undocumented life in London. Fifteen years later, when they reunite in a newly democratic Nigeria, and reignite their passion for each other and for their homeland they face the hardest decision of their lives.Fearless, gripping, spanning three continents and numerous lives, the National Book Critics Circle Award-winning Americanah is a literary masterpiece, and one of the defining books of the decade.''A love story for our time'' VOGUEA brilliant novel: epic in scope, personal in resonance and with lots to say' OBSERVER''A tour de force. Hugely impressive'' MAIL ON SUNDAYTrade Review‘A brilliant novel: epic in scope, personal in resonance and with lots to say’ Elizabeth Day, Observer ‘A delicious, important novel from a writer with a great deal to say’ The Times ‘A brilliant exploration of being African in America … an urgent and important book, further evidence that its author is a real talent’ Sunday Telegraph ‘An extremely thoughtful, subtly provocative exploration of structural inequality, of different kinds of oppression, of gender roles, of the idea of home. Subtle, but not afraid to pull its punches’ Alex Clark, Guardian ‘A tour de force … The artistry with which Adichie keeps her story moving, while animating the complex anxieties in which the characters live and work, is hugely impressive’ Mail on Sunday ‘Adichie is terrific on human interactions … Adichie’s writing always has an elegant shimmer to it … Wise, entertaining and unendingly perceptive’ Independent on Sunday ‘Adichie paints on a grand canvas, boldly and confidently … This is a very funny, very warm and moving intergenerational epic that confirms Adiche’s virtuosity, boundless empathy and searing social acuity’ Dave Eggers ‘“An honest novel about race” … with guts and lustre … within the context of a well-crafted, compassionate, visceral and delicately funny tale of lasting high-school love and the sorrows and adventures of immigration’ Diana Evans, The Times ‘[A] long, satisfying novel of cross-continental relationships, exile and the pull of home … Adichie’s first novel for seven years and well worth the wait’ FT ‘Alert, alive and gripping’ Independent

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Book Synopsis‘One of the best fantasy book series of the past decade’ TIME A glorious empire. A desperate quest. An ancient secret. The search for allies extends to a new land in the sixth book of the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Chaol Westfall and Nesryn Faliq have arrived in the shining city of Antica to forge an alliance with the Khagan of the Southern Continent, whose vast armies are Erilea’s last hope. But they have also come to Antica for another purpose: to seek healing at the famed Torre Cesme for the wounds Chaol received in Rifthold. After enduring unspeakable horrors as a child at the hands of Adarlanian soldiers, Yrene Towers has no desire to help the young lord from Adarlan, let alone heal him. Yet she has sworn an oath to assist those in need, and she will honour it. But Lord Westfall carries his own dark past, and Yrene soon realises that those shadows could engulf them both. Chaol, Nesryn, and Yrene will have to draw on every scrap of their resilience to overcome the danger that surrounds them. But while they become entangled in the political webs of the khaganate, long-awaited answers slumber deep in the mountains, where warriors soar on legendary ruks. Answers that might offer their world a chance at survival ... or doom them all. The final battle looms in this sixth book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series.Trade ReviewAction-packed ... What a ride! -- Booklist on The Assassin’s BladeA thrilling read. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Throne of GlassAn epic fantasy readers will immerse themselves in and never want to leave. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on Crown of MidnightCelaena is as much an epic hero as Frodo or Jon Snow! -- New York Times bestselling author Tamora Pierce on Heir of FirePacked ... with brooding glances, simmering sexual tension, twisty plot turns, lush world building, and snarky banter. -- Booklist on Queen of ShadowsTightly plotted, delightful escapism. -- Kirkus Reviews on Empire of StormsTurns a corner from sprawling epic to thrilling psychological fantasy. -- HuffPost on Tower of DawnA worthy finale to one of the best fantasy book series of the past decade. -- Time on Kingdom of Ash

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Book SynopsisSamkiel and Dianna are back in this second, mind-blowing epic, dark romantasy in the Gods & Monsters series from BookTok sensation, Amber V. Nicole!

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting story, masterfully told, The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune is about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place – and realizing that family could be yours.‘I loved it. It is like being wrapped up in a big gay blanket. Simply perfect’ – V. E. Schwab, author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRueHe expected nothing. But they gave him everything . . .Linus Baker leads a quiet life. At forty, he has a tiny house with a devious cat and his beloved records for company. And at the Department in Charge of Magical Youth, he’s spent many dull years monitoring their orphanages.Then one day, Linus is summoned by Extremely Upper Management and given a highly classified assignment. He must travel to an orphanage where six dangerous children reside – including the Antichrist.At the orphanage, Linus must somehow determine if they could bring about the end of days. But their guardian, the charming and enigmatic Arthur Parnassus, will do anything to protect his wards. And, as Arthur and Linus grow ever closer, Linus must choose: his duty, or his dreams . . .The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune is an uplifting, heart-warming fantasy tale that’s become a New York Times, USA Today and Washington Post bestseller.‘Likely to cause heart-swelling’ – Washington Post‘A modern fairy tale . . . It’s a beautiful book’ – Charlaine Harris, bestselling author of Dead Until Dark‘Touching, tender and truly delightful’ – Gail Carriger, author of SoullessTrade ReviewI loved it. It is like being wrapped up in a big gay blanket. Simply perfect -- V. E. Schwab, author of Gallant and The Near WitchA witty, wholesome fantasy that’s likely to cause heart-swelling * Washington Post *The House in the Cerulean Sea is a modern fairy tale about learning your true nature and what you love and will protect. It’s a beautiful book -- Charlaine Harris, author of the Sookie Stackhouse series that inspired HBO's True Blood1984 meets The Umbrella Academy with a pinch of Douglas Adams thrown in. Touching, tender and truly delightful, The House in the Cerulean Sea is an utterly absorbing story of tolerance, found family and defeating bureaucracy -- Gail Carriger, author of SoullessSweet, comforting and kind, this book is very close to perfect . . . I cannot recommend it highly enough -- Seanan McGuire, author of the Wayward Children seriesThis tale of found family is hopeful to its core. Readers will revel in Klune’s wit and ingenuity * Publishers Weekly *Lambda Literary Award-winning author Klune (The Art of Breathing, 2019) has a knack for creating endearing characters, and readers will grow to love Arthur and the orphans alongside Linus * Kirkus Reviews *Quite possibly the greatest feel-good story ever to involve the Antichrist . . . a burst of humor and hope * Shelf Awareness *A beautiful little gem of both irony and, yes, kindness * Fantasy & Science Fiction *A delightful tale about chosen families, and how to celebrate differences * Library Journal *If ever there was an author to watch out for, [Klune] is definitely that author * Culturess Daily *

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Book Synopsis* The million-copy bestseller* * National Book Award finalist * * An instant New York Times Bestseller and one of their 10 Best Books of 2017 * * Selected for Emma Watson's Our Shared Shelf book club * 'This is a captivating book... Min Jin Lee's novel takes us through four generations and each character's search for identity and success. It's a powerful story about resilience and compassion' BARACK OBAMA. Yeongdo, Korea 1911. In a small fishing village on the banks of the East Sea, a club-footed, cleft-lipped man marries a fifteen-year-old girl. The couple have one child, their beloved daughter Sunja. When Sunja falls pregnant by a married yakuza, the family face ruin. But then Isak, a Christian minister, offers her a chance of salvation: a new life in Japan as his wife. Following a man she barely knows to a hostile country in which she has no friends, no home, and whose language she cannot speak, Sunja's salvation is just the beginning of her story. Through eight decades and four generations, Pachinko is an epic tale of family, identity, love, death and survival.Trade ReviewLuminous... a powerful meditation on what immigrants sacrifice to achieve a home in the world' -- Junot DiazGripping... a stunning achievement, full of heart, full of grace, full of truth' -- Erica WagnerA deep, broad, addictive history of a Korean family in Japan enduring and prospering through the 20th century -- David Mitchell, GuardianA rich, moving novel about exile, identity and the determination to endure * Sunday Times *Vivid and immersive, Pachinko is a rich tribute to a people that history seems intent on erasing * Guardian *The work of a writer in complete control of her characters and her story and with an intense awareness of the importance of her heritage... Told with such flair and linguistic dexterity that I found myself unable to put it down. Every year, there are a few standout novels that survive long past the hype has died down and the hyperbolic compliments from friends scattered across the dust jacket have been forgotten. Pachinko, a masterpiece of empathy, integrity and familial loyalty, will be one of those novels' -- John Boyne, Irish TimesWe never feel history being spoon-fed to us: it is wholly absorbed into character and story, which is no mean feat for a novel covering almost a century of history * Financial Times *An epic, multi-generational saga * Mail on Sunday, Best of 2017 *A great book, a passionate story, a novel of magisterial sweep. It's also fiendishly readable – the real deal. An instant classic, a quick page-turner, and probably the best book of the year -- Darin Strauss, New York Times-bestselling author of Chang and Eng.A long, complex book, it wears its research lightly, and is a page-turner. You can sense the author's love and understanding for all the characters, the good and the flawed * Irish Examiner. *Remarkable... A striking introduction to lives, to a world, [the reader] may never have seen, or even thought to look at. In our increasingly fractured and divisive times, there can be no higher purpose for literature: all in the pages of a book that, once you've started, you'll simply be unable to put down' * Harper's Bazaar *Elegant and soulful, both intimate and sweeping. This story of several generations of one Korean family in Japan is the story of every family whose parents sacrificed for their children, every family whose children were unable to recognize the cost, but it's also the story of a specific cultural struggle in a riveting time and place. Min Jin Lee has written a big, beautiful book filled with characters I rooted for and cared about and remembered after I'd read the final page -- Kate Christensen, award-winning author of The Great Man and Blue Plate SpecialBoth for those who love Korea, as well as for those who know no more than Hyundai, Samsung and kimchi, this extraordinary book will prove a revelation of joy and heartbreak. I could not stop turning the pages, and wished this most poignant of sagas would never end. Min Jin Lee displays a tenderness and wisdom ideally matched to an unforgettable tale that she relates just perfectly -- Simon Winchester, author of Korea: A Walk Through the Land of MiraclesA compassionate, clear gaze at the chaotic landscape of life itself. In this haunting epic tale, no one story seems too minor to be briefly illuminated. Lee suggests that behind the facades of wildly different people lie countless private desires, hopes and miseries, if we have the patience and compassion to look and listen * New York Times Book Review *Love, luck, and talent combine with cruelty and random misfortune in a deeply compelling story, with the troubles of ethnic Koreans living in Japan never far from view. An old-fashioned epic whose simple, captivating storytelling delivers both wisdom and truth * Kirkus *[A] beautifully crafted story of love, loss determination, luck, and perseverance... Lee's skilful development of her characters and story lines will draw readers into the work. Those who enjoy historical fiction with strong characterisations will not be disappointed as they ride along on the emotional journeys offered in the author's latest page-turner' * Library Journal *An exquisite, haunting epic... Lee's profound novel of losses and gains explored through the social and cultural implications of pachinko-parlor owners and users is shaped by impeccable research, meticulous plotting, and empathic perception' * Booklist Starred Review *A sweeping, engrossing family saga... a poignantly told tale. Gracefully written and dotted with memorable images, evocative of the pace and time, it's a page-turning panorama of one family's path through suffering to prosperity in 20th-century Japan' * Literary Review *Stunning... Pachinko is about outsiders, minorities and the politically disenfranchised. But it is so much more besides. Each time the novel seems to find its locus – Japan's colonization of Korea, World War II as experienced in East Asia, Christianity, family, love, the changing role of women – it becomes something else. It becomes even more than it was' * New York Times *

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Book SynopsisMurder brought us together.Only death can keep us apart.The Tormentor: Calista belongs to me... she just doesn''t know it.The first time we met, I wanted her.The next time, I was obsessed.I watched her.I followed her.It only deepened my need to possess her.Once she''s mine, I''m never letting her go.The Target:Hayden Bennett is a monster, in and out of the courtroom.Unfortunately, I need his help.What was supposed to be a simple transaction turns into something else.Something intense.He''s always there when I need him,but I don''t know if trusting him is a good idea...Once You''re Mine is Book 1 in the Possessing Her Duet that ends on a cliffhanger. It contains a morally gray hero that''s OTT/JP, a stalker who falls first, has Touch Her & Die energy, and is willing to do whatever it takes to have her.(A complete list of the TWs can be found on the author''s website)

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Book SynopsisA Human hybrid and an Alpha Were claw against the bonds of fate in the highly anticipated companion novel to the Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller Bride. Serena Paris is orphaned, pack-less, and one of a kind. Coming forward as the first Human-Were hybrid was supposed to heal a centuries-long rift between species. Instead, it made her a target, prey for the ruthless political machinations between Weres, Vampyres, and Humans. With her enemies closing in on her, she has only one option left - if he''ll have her. As Alpha of the Northwest pack, Koen Alexander commands obedience. His authority is so absolute, only a fool would threaten his mate. It doesn''t matter if Serena doesn''t reciprocate his feelings, nothing will stop him from keeping her safe. But power-hungry Vampyres and Weres are not the only threats chasing Serena. Sooner or later, her past is bound to catch up with her - and Koen might be the only thing standing between her and total annihilation...*Ali Hazelwood''s Deep End was a Sunday Times bestseller w/e 23 February 2025.*Ali Hazelwood''s Bride was a Sunday Times bestseller w/e 10 February 2024.

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Book SynopsisDive back into Chestnut Springs with the third book in the small-town contemporary romance series by TikTok sensation Elsie Silver.

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Book SynopsisThe third instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James – Telegraph Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint … To be devoured with relish – Mail ****** Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin’s manoeuvrings and the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit – and one slip may spell doom not only for Feyre, but for her world as well. As war bears down upon them all, Feyre must decide who to trust amongst the dazzling and lethal High Lords and hunt for allies in unexpected places. And her heart will face the ultimate test as she and her mate are forced to question whether they can truly trust each other. Sarah J. Maas's books have sold millions of copies and have been translated into 38 languages. Discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself.Trade ReviewWith bits of Buffy, Game Of Thrones and Outlander, this is a glorious series of total joy * Stylist *Fast-paced and explosively action-packed * Booklist Online *The plot manages to seduce you with its alluring characters, irresistible world and never-ending action, leaving you craving more * RT Book Reviews *Sexual tension and deadly action are well supported by Maas’s expertly drawn, multidimensional characters and their nuanced interpersonal dynamics * Kirkus Reviews on A Court of Thorns and Roses *Thrilling * Hello on A Court of Thorns and Roses *

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Book SynopsisThe EPIC FANTASY and #1 Sunday Times bestseller, from the multi-million-selling author of the Court of Thorns and Roses series Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James – Telegraph Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight – Guardian Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint … To be devoured with relish – Mail ****** THE DEADLIEST POWER. THE FIERCEST PASSION. THE CRUELLEST FATE. Bryce Quinlan and Hunt Athalar have made a pact. As they process the events of the Spring they will keep things … platonic … until Winter Solstice. But can they resist when the crackling tension between them is enough to set the whole of Crescent City aflame? And they are not out of danger yet. Dragged into a rebel movement they want no part of, Bryce, Hunt and their friends find themselves pitted against the terrifying Asteri – whose notice they must avoid at all costs. But as they learn more about the rebel cause, they face a choice: stay silent while others are oppressed, or fight. And they’ve never been very good at staying silent. In this sexy, action-packed sequel to the #1 bestseller House of Earth and Blood, Sarah J. Maas weaves a captivating story of a world about to explode – and the people who will do anything to save it. ***Reader reviews for House of Sky and Breath *** ‘A sensational story in the world of dark fantasy, that is magical and haunting, with an exhilarating plot, powerful world building, a level of suspense that inspires a hungry turn of pages and a brilliant array of characters that I believe are her best cast yet. Ingenious’ ***** READER REVIEW ‘I absolutely devoured this book! A great addition to the series, full of twists and turns’ ***** READER REVIEW ‘One of the best books she’s written in my opinion, second time reading it and I still couldn’t get enough’ ***** READER REVIEW ‘This book blew me away I couldn't put it down’ ***** READER REVIEW ‘Sarah J Maas has done it again! This book from the outset is riddled with twists, turns, love and betrayal’ ***** READER REVIEWTrade ReviewSteamy! * The Times Books to Read in 2022 *Smouldering * Waterstones, Books You Need to Read in 2022 *Think Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James * Telegraph *Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight * Guardian *Sarah J. Maas does not disappoint in her first blockbuster for grown-ups … To be devoured with relish * Daily Mail *A sweeping epic packed full of romance and adventure, House of Earth and Blood is a bold, brilliant opening chapter in what promises to be a spectacular new series from Maas * Waterstones Best Books Pick 2020 *Bryce Quinlan is a firecracker of a main character * SciFi Now *

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K. M. Moronova is a dark fantasy and romance author. She lives in Montana with her partner, two dogs, and three cats. She loves drinking tea and writing stories with worlds that she can get completely swept into. Her favorite characters are the misunderstood villains.

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Book SynopsisCan one night change your life forever?Jean is married to her job and there is no room in her life for romance. Until she meets someone who takes her breath away. There's just one catch. Ava's a woman. And Jean's straight isn't she?The chemistry's scorching but there's no place for Ava in Jean's world. But free-spirited Ava is irresistible. And open to a purely physical relationship. This way Jean gets to have her cake and eat it too. Yet spending time with Ava makes Jean question everything she thought she knew. Is it time to start again?A spicy Sapphic age-gap romance that fans of Casey McQuiston, Meryl Wilsner and Alexandria Bellefleur will love. Readers are falling hard for Strap In:The story, the characters, the spice, the romance, it's all so BEAUTIFUL. I cried, I laughedthis book is an adventure and I did not want to put it down. I want to read this book again and again.'????? Reader ReviewStrap In is a must-read not just for its steam, but for its rare ability to balance sensuality with soul-searching This is a bold and beautifully layered ride you won't forget.'????? Reader ReviewAmazing! Perfection! This novel was absolutely incredible and is going to be joining my favorite list. READ THIS The relationship between the protagonists was everything. It was so layered, and I loved witnessing it unfold the chemistry was perfect.'????? Reader ReviewThis book had it all! From the very first page, I read it like I was in a fever dream. The beginning of the book was very spicy but surprisingly, an extremely tender and deep relationship developed between Ava and Jean that blew me away.'????? Reader ReviewThe book is beautiful, the story is lovely, the characters well written ... I can't wait for Lou Morgan's next book.'????? Reader ReviewA deliciously spicy and surprisingly tender age-gap romance It's a beautiful portrayal of acceptance and unconditional support ... The title isn't just clever wordplay. This book delivers on the steam.'????? Reader ReviewFrom the first page on I simply had trouble putting it down! ... It is written so beautifully and I was so hooked that I had a hard time parting with the ladies when real life came knocking on my door.'????? Reader ReviewI felt everything from laughter to love and heartbreak This book gripped me from the get-go. This book highlights bravery, self-discovery and well and truly choosing yourself for the first time.'????? Reader ReviewA thoroughly enjoyable read, with a well-paced, emotionally driven narrative that should keep you, as it did me, turning the pages The writing style flows beautifully and is fully engaging ... I really enjoyed this book. Oh, and yes, this is plenty spicy too :)'????? Reader Review

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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Book SynopsisThe new #1bestseller from the author of Normal People and Conversations with Friends, now in paperback.

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