Romance Books

Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestselling author Sherrilyn Kenyon brings us back to the astonishing world of the Dark-Hunters in Stygian, with a hero misunderstood by many . . . but most of all by himself.Born before man recorded time, I lived for thousands of years believing myself to be something I''m not.Someone I''m not.Lied to and betrayed by gods, Daimons and Dark-Hunters, I''ve struggled to find my way in a world where I''ve been cursed since the moment I was prematurely ripped from my mother and planted into the womb of an innocent woman who thought me her son.Trained as a slayer and predator, I learned to fit in and stay low. To become a tool for evil. Until I was sent to kill the one woman I couldn''t. My hesitation cost her her life.Or so I thought. In an act of betrayal that makes all the others pale in comparison, I''ve learned that this world is an illusion and that my Phoebe still lives.Now I will have to travelTrade ReviewA delicious balance of suspense and sensuality * Publishers Weekly (on STYXX) *Kenyon delivers the goods readers have come to expect, and more * Booklist *Kenyon gives readers scrumptious heroes - still with a dark edge and dangerous powers . . . she creates a world full of depth and intelligent details . . . and gives her stories an underpinning and a foundation in authenticity without sacrificing the breathless pace of her plots - no small feat! * Romantic Times *

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Book Synopsis*The hilarious new novel from Abbi Waxman - I WAS TOLD IT WOULD GET EASIER - is available now*Abbi Waxman''s charming novel follows introvert and bookworm Nina Hill as she discovers if real life can ever live up to fiction... Shortlisted for the Comedy Women In Print Prize, this novel is perfect for fans of Lucy Diamond and Maria Semple. ''GORGEOUS'' Marian Keyes''Like a big slab of your favourite cake in book form'' Libby Page, author of The LidoMeet Nina Hill: A young woman supremely confident in her own. . . shell.Nina has her life just as she wants it: a job in a bookstore, an excellent trivia team and a cat named Phil. If she sometimes suspects there might be more to life than reading, she just shrugs and picks up a new book. So when the father she never knew existed dies, leaving behinTrade ReviewGORGEOUS * Marian Keyes *Charmed by its funny loveliness * Nina Stibbe, author of Reasons to be Cheerful *Funny, uplifting and a brilliant reminder of the magic of books. It's just such a deliciously lovely read, like a big slab of your favourite cake in book form. * Libby Page, author of The Lido *A funny and uplifting debut novel * Good Housekeeping *Like a conversation with the funniest person you know - just lovely * Katie Fforde *Abbi Waxman is both irreverent and thoughtful * #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Giffin *Waxman has given us a grow bag full of emotion - witty, uplifting and unashamedly honest * Heidi Swain, Sunday Times bestselling author of Summer at Skylark Farm *The Garden of Small Beginnings is a quirky, funny, and deeply thoughtful book. . . . We're already dying to know if there will be a sequel * HelloGiggles on The Garden of Small Beginnings *Cosy, life-affirming read * Cathy Hopkins, author of The Kicking the Bucket List *

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Book SynopsisThe Spanish Promise is a sizzling summer novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Karen Swan, set in the vibrant streets of Madrid, for fans of Victoria Hislop and Santa Montefiore. One of Spain’s richest men is dying. But as he prepares his estate, his family is shocked to discover he is making plans to give away his wealth to a young woman they have never even heard of. Who is she and what hold does she have over him? Charlotte Fairfax is asked to travel to the troubled family’s home in Spain to get to the bottom of the mysterious bequest. It’s the week before her wedding but she is confident she has time – there’s only one reason an older man leaves his money to a beautiful woman, isn’t there? But in Madrid, things don’t go to plan when the woman denies knowing anything about the gift. Is she lying? Looking for clues, Charlotte digs into the prominent family’s history and unearths a dark and shocking past in which two people were torn apart by conflict. But now, their long-buried secrets are starting to reach into the present and Charlotte starts to wonder whether love does not need to forgive or forget in order to endure – but just needs two hearts to keep beating.'The perfect summer read' - Hello!Enjoy more of Karen Swan's captivating summer novels with The Greek Escape and The Rome Affair.Trade ReviewThe perfect summer read * Hello! *Smart plots, brilliant characters and juicy romance * Heat *A stunning journey * Sunday Express *A charming, well-crafted tale of love, loss and reinvention * Marie Claire *Deliciously glamorous, irresistibly romantic! * Hello! *

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Book Synopsis''One of the best!'' Julia Quinn, Sunday Times bestselling author of the Bridgerton series Love comes when you least expect it in this captivating novel from New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh.Lady Jessica Archer lost her own interest in the glittering excitement of romance after her cousin and dearest friend Abigail Westcott was rejected by the ton when her father was revealed to be a bigamist. Ever practical, however, once she''s twenty-five, she decides it''s time to wed. Though she no longer believes she will find true love, she is still very eligible. She is, after all, the sister of Avery Archer, Duke of Netherby.Jessica considers the many qualified gentlemen who court her. But when she meets the mysterious Gabriel Thorne, who has returned to England from the New World to claim an equally mysterious inheritance, Jessica considers him completely unsuitable because he

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Book SynopsisTHE PERFECT CHRISTMAS TREAT: COSY UP WITH A CUPPA AND THIS GORGEOUS NOVEL FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, KATIE FLYNN_______________________________Liverpool, 1939: Sixteen-year-old Lizzy Atherton is forced to flee her violent step-father in the middle of the night, and finds herself stranded on a station platform completely alone.Desperate to know what has become of her beloved mother, who she had no choice but to leave behind, Lizzy returns the next day only to find her home deserted. Devastated, Lizzy joins forces with her old school friend Dolly and Clara, an escaped evacuee, and vows to find her mother whatever it takes.But the war rages on and demands on the home front take Lizzy's life in a host of unexpected directions, and hopes of finding her mother gradually start to fade.If Lizzy can muster the strength to keep searching, she might just get her Christmas wish after all._______________________________**Katie Flynn's brand new Christmas saga for 2020 UNDER THE MISTLETOE is available now**Trade ReviewA poignant family story * My Weekly *Moving * Peterborough Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisThey called her the She-Wolf From Provence. She'd shape the destiny of England ...Fans of Alison Weir, Anne O'Brien and Philippa Gregory, will devour this compelling new novel, starring one of English history's most fierce and courageous forgotten heroines!'Powerful, gripping and beautifully told' - Kate Furnivall, author of The Liberation'A feast for the senses and highly recommended' - Deborah Swift, author of Pleasing Mr Pepys'Well-researched . . . Fascinating' - Joanna CourtneyREADERS LOVE THE SILKEN ROSE!***** 'Stunning start to a new series of She-Wolf Queens'***** 'Spectacular . . . I will recommend this first part of her new trilogy to everyone'***** 'Fabulous . . . A lovely, highly researched tale'***** 'Exceptionally well-written . . . From the first page I was totally caught up in the story'1236. Ailenor of Provence, cultured and intelligent, is only thirteen when she meets her new husband, Henry III of England. A foreign and friendless princess in a strange land she is determined to please him. And she knows that when the times comes she must provide an heir, to secure the throne against those who would snatch it away. Rosalind, a commoner skilled in the arts of needlework and embroidery, catches the young queen's attention and a friendship blossoms. But she is unprepared for the dangerous ramifications of winning the queen's favour ... As closeness, and soon love, develops between Ailenor and Henry, so too does her influence on her husband and her power at court. As France and Wales provide constant threat, and England's barons increasingly resent her influence, Ailenor must learn to be ruthless. Who should she encourage her husband to favour? Who can she trust? Caught in a web of treachery and deceit, her choices will define the fate of England. To protect her close friends, and her beloved children, Ailenor, the She-Wolf from Provence, would do, and endure, anything ... Trade ReviewPowerful, gripping and beautifully told. A historical novel that will resonate with the #MeToo generationThe scents, colours and intrigues of a medieval court provide a fitting background to this gripping tale of a much maligned queen -- Henrietta Leyser, English HistorianDives into 13th Century England with the relish of a peregrine's stoop. With the tastiest morsels of quail and the tiniest golden embroidery stitch, the novel steeps the reader in the life of a medieval court -- Joanna Hickson, author of The Tudor CrownA very well-researched tale of a fascinating period -- Joanna Courtney, author of Blood QueenA love of medieval history shines through on every page. A feast for the senses and highly recommended to lovers of well-written historical biography -- Deborah Swift, author of Pleasing Mr Pepys

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Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times bestseller!'Downton with dance, perfect!' Santa MontefiorePrepare to be swept off your feet by the romantic and irresistible debut novel from Anton Du BekeLondon, 1936.Inside the spectacular Grand Ballroom of the exclusive Buckingham Hotel the rich and powerful, politicians, film stars, even royalty, rub shoulders with Raymond de Guise and his troupe of talented dancers from all around the world, who must enchant them, captivate them, and sweep away their cares. Accustomed to waltzing with the highest of society, Raymond knows a secret from his past could threaten all he holds dear.Nancy Nettleton, new chambermaid at the Buckingham, finds hotel life a struggle after leaving her small hometown. She dreams of joining the dancers on the ballroom floor as she watches, unseen, from behind plush curtains and hidden doorways. She soon discovers everyone at the Buckingham - guests and staff alike - has something to hide . . .The storm clouds of war are gathering, and beneath the glitz and glamour of the ballroom lurks an irresistible world of scandal and secrets.Let's dance . . .Trade ReviewDownton with dance, perfect! * Santa Montefiore *The consummate storyteller, adept at captivating audiences will now captivate readers as he whisks them away to worlds of dance, intrigue, high society and scandal... bringing the golden age of dance to life, page by page * Western Mail *A sparkling debut * Woman Magazine *This sweeping, engrossing story offers glamorous, high-society entertainment and promises to delight the reader * Daily Express *The characters and stories are beautifully interwoven to provide a really fabulous read * Judy Murray *

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Book Synopsis ''Nobody does get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan'' Sunday Express Snuggle up and escape to the beautiful island of Mure this winter. Jenny Colgan''s new Christmas novel, CHRISTMAS AT THE ISLAND HOTEL, is out now. ____________________Christmas on the remote Scottish island of Mure is bleak, stark - and incredibly beautiful.''An evocative, sweet treat'' Jojo Moyes ''Gorgeous, glorious, uplifting'' Marian Keyes''A cracker - the must-read this festive season'' Sun''Irresistible'' Jill Mansell ''Just lovely'' Katie Fforde ''Naturally funny, warm-hearted'' Lisa Jewell ''A gobble-it-all-up-in-one-sitting kind of book'' Mike GayleIt''s a time for hunkering down, getting cosy in front of whisky barrel wood fires, and enjoying a dram with the people you love - unless, of Trade ReviewHeartwarming * The Sun *Nobody does cosy, get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan... evocative and heartwarming * Sunday Express *A delight from start to finish * Daily Mirror *This Yuletide tale will warm your heart * East Anglian Daily Times *

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Book SynopsisWhen a Coast Guard officer is found dead and another goes missing, Special Agent Finn Walker faces his most dangerous assignment yet. Complicating matters is the arrival of investigative reporter Gabby Rowley, who's on a mission to discover the truth. Can they ignore the sparks between them and track down this elusive killer?

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Book SynopsisIke and Kayis a thrilling tale of wartime romance, brimming with love, duty, sacrifice and heartbreak, set against the backdrop of the most tumultuous period of the twentieth century.Trade Review‘MacManus has shown his ability to take the facts of a famous life and mould them into highly readable fiction…. [his] recreation of an affair conducted in the shadow of world-changing events successfully combines intimacy with an awareness of the wider picture’ The Sunday Times‘The fascinating dramatisation of the true story of a secret love affair that contributed to the Allied victory during World War II... a deeply emotional read’ Daily Mail‘Offers a convincing picture of three crucial years of the Second World War and a devastating account of the culture in which male entitlement to sexual and emotional comfort was a given’ TLS'A cracking wartime romance; sensitively and engagingly told' Roger Moorhouse, author of Berlin at War'An epic piece of historical fiction... the danger of war and the uncertainty of survival is conveyed through MacManus's in-depth research... a relatable, and compelling story' The Lady'In Ike and Kay, James MacManus has captured the powerful and little-known relationship between General Eisenhower and his Irish driver Kay Summersby during and just after the Second World War. With keen eye for historical detail and strong narrative voice, MacManus has expertly and artfully painted an intimate, authentic portrait of love, duty and sacrifice against the backdrop of the greatest events of the 20th century. Masterful!' Pam Jenoff author of The Orphan's Tale‘Thoroughly researched’ Irish Independent‘Ike and Kay sets the backdrop for an important time in history... [and] brings to life controversial romances and characters that shaped world history during the twentieth century’ Buzzfeed

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Book Synopsis''Christmas and a wedding equals the perfect novel! The more I read it, the more I enjoyed it - this novel was magical.'' NetGalley reviewer''full of cosy Christmas feels'' NetGalley reviewerWelcome to Mistletoe Island, where dreams can come true... The snow is falling and Fliss''s friends have arrived to celebrate her wedding for a week at Holly Cottage. It''s the perfect way to kick off her brand-new life, isn''t it? Except Ruth wishes she was anywhere other than a remote Scottish island, Caitlin is keeping a secret from her friends, Lara is suddenly facing her ex a decade after turning down his proposal and even the bride has something to hide... But as the friends prepare for a week to remember, will Fliss''s dream wedding go off without a hitch, or will the secrets they''ve been hiding change everything?The perfect cosy Christmas romance to curl up with this holiday season about family, friendTrade ReviewA great read ... Don't wait til Christmas to get stuck in to this-read it now! - NetGalley reviewerChristmas and a wedding equals the perfect novel! The more I read it, the more I enjoyed it - this novel was magical. - NetGalley reviewerfull of cosy Christmas feels - NetGalley reviewer

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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 SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of In Five Years'We've been waiting for an hour.' That's what Audrey says. She states it with a little bit of an edge, her words just bordering on cursive. That's the thing I think first. Not, Audrey Hepburn is at my birthday dinner, but Audrey Hepburn is annoyed.What if your dream dinner party were to actually happen? For New Yorker Sabrina, fantasy becomes reality when she arrives at her thirtieth-birthday celebration to find not only her best friend but also her long-dead father, her admired philosophy professor, the love of her life - and silver-screen icon Audrey Hepburn. Unbelievable though this may seem, as the wine and conversation start to flow it becomes clear that these individuals have each played a crucial role in the course Sabrina's life has taken - and that they have come together at this moment in time for a reason...Follow Sabrina over one evening and ten years as she grapples with the definition of romance, the expectations of love - and how to navigate her way to happiness in this bittersweet romance for our times.'wistful, delicious, romantic, magical' Gabrielle Zevin, New York Times bestselling authorTrade ReviewI could not put down this book! Loved, loved, loved it. So much romance, so much Hollywood gossip, so much fun. * Sarah Mlynowski, author of TEN THINGS WE DID (AND PROBABLY SHOULDN'T HAVE) on FAMOUS IN LOVE *Fantasy becomes reality in this exhilarating love story you won't want to put down. * Susane Colasanti, author of WHEN IT HAPPENS on FAMOUS IN LOVE *Serle establishes a glamorous premise in a gorgeous setting, as well as an enticing romance-within-a-romance framework. * Publishers Weekly on FAMOUS IN LOVE *Imagine that you could gather the people you've loved-dead or alive-at one table, for one night, with a chance to heal yourself once and for all. The Dinner List is a heartbreakingly romantic book framed by such an evening. It's Serle's unflinching investigation into the triumph and failings of love that makes this book one of a kind. A touch magic, a touch tragic, and absolutely compelling from beginning to end. * Stephanie Danler, author of Sweetbitter *I read The Dinner List in a single day, unable to tear myself away from this unconventional dinner party. Rebecca Serle draws you in with this clever and delightful story and then (when you least expect it) offers up some of the sharpest insights on first loves, friendships and family. This book is completely original and wildly entertaining. * Jennifer Close, author of The Hopefuls *I have five words for Rebecca Serle's The Dinner List: wistful, delicious, romantic, magical, love. * Gabrielle Zevin, author of The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry *

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE WOMEN''S PRIZE FOR FICTION''Tense, dark and intensely gripping . . . written so seductively that passages sing out from the page '' Sunday TimesCathy and her brother, Rob, don''t know why they have been abandoned by their parents. Alone in their grandfather''s decaying country house, they roam the wild grounds freely with minds attuned to the rural wilderness. Lost in their own private world, they seek and find new lines to cross.But as the First World War draws closer, crimes both big and small threaten the delicate refuge they have built. Cathy will do anything to protect their dark Eden from anyone, or anything, that threatens to destroy it.''An electrifying and original talent, a writer whose style is characterized by a lyrical, dreamy intensity'' Guardian''Stops you in your tracks with the beauty of its writing'' Observer''Has a strong and sensuous magic'' The TiTrade ReviewA marvellous novel about forbidden passions * Daily Mail *An intensely gripping book...written so seductively that some passages sing out from the page, like music for the eyes * Sunday Times *A hugely involving story which often stops you in your tracks with the beauty of its writing * Observer *An electrifying and original talent, a writer whose style is characterized by a lyrical, dreamy intensity * Guardian *

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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!**----------------------------''Anything to Anywhere!'' That''s the motto of the Air Transport Auxiliary, the brave team of female pilots who fly fighter planes between bases at the height of WWII. Mary is a driver for the ATA and although she yearns to fly a Spitfire, she fears her humble background will hold her back. After all, glamorous Angela is set to be the next ''Atta Girl'' on recruitment posters. Bobbie learned to fly in her father''s private plane and Jean was taught the queen''s English at grammar school before joining the squad. Dedicated and resilient the three girls rule the skies: weathering storms and dodging enemy fire. Mary can only dream of joining them - until she gets the push she needs to overcome her self-doubt.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 SynopsisUSA Today bestselling author Meghan Quinn delivers a smart and cheeky romance about love’s power to lift hearts . . . and curses. It was supposed to be an innocent night, celebrating my brother’s birthday. Nothing was supposed to go wrong. We’d vowed to be on our best behavior after all . . . But it only took one rowdy night with my brothers to flip my world upside down. One unlucky encounter saddled us with a family curse and the promise of doomed relationships. I laughed it off immediately. “Yeah, right,” I thought. “A love curse. Ha!” Boy, was I wrong. Word spreads quickly in a town like mine; rumors about that night soon made us the most eligible yet untouchable bachelors in Port Snow, Maine. As a subject of endless gossip and speculation, I could kiss my dating life goodbye. It would have stayed that way if Ren Winters, the new girl in town, hadn’t crashed into my life. Brave, beautiful, and smart—her vivacious thirst for a fresh start has given me hope that maybe, just maybe, I can have one too. Everyone wishes for that second chance . . . but could this really be mine?Trade Review“With each book I read by Meghan Quinn, I become more in awe of her writing talent. She truly has a gift! That Second Chance was simply perfect!…” —Wrapped Up In Reading “…a sweet, sexy, swoon-worthy, MUST READ romance from Meghan Quinn, and I would HIGHLY recommend it! I fell head over heels in love with the quaint and charming small town of Port Snow, Maine, and all of its residents…” —The Romance Bibliophile “…I’m basking in the HEA goodness of That Second Chance, which gets five stars.” —Dog-Eared Daydreams “I adored the small town of Port Snow and the fabulous tight [bond] the Knightly family have not only with each other but their community as a whole.” —Book Angel Booktopia Praise for That Forever Girl “A terrific read.” —Once Upon a Book Blog “A heart-tugging, slow-burning, second-chance romance…This is a couple that I couldn’t help but root for.” —Red Cheeks Reads “If you love small-town romances that are rich in scenery, packed with sweetness, heat, and fun, and looking for an easy reading escape, look no further.” —Totally Booked Blog “Filled with emotion, laughter and loads of sexual tension…I dare you to not fall in love with Harper and Rogan!” —Nightbird Novels “Sweet, sassy, sexy, and sentimental.” —Harlequin Junkie “Second chance enemies-to-lovers romance at its finest.” —Bookishly Nerdy “I’m a sucker for second chance romances and add in the small town and I’m hooked. And who better to give me all the feels with a little humor and a mix of sexiness than Meghan Quinn.” —Embrace the Romance

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Book SynopsisErotic romance meets Gothic fantasy as Phillippa Grayson and her twinsoul timeslip into ancient Egypt to master tantric sex. Awakening in the throes of a fierce orgasm, Phillippa finds herself possessed by the spirit of an ancient Egyptian Pharaoh into whose tomb she had ventured when escaping from a disastrous pre-honeymoon holiday with her now ex-fiance, Tom. It is a union that is unwritten, out of time, unblessed by priests or gods but which can no more be prevented than the Great God Ra be stopped in his tracks. Entwining a tale of murder, betrayal and sorcery in ancient Egypt, where the erotic and divine secrets enable the Egyptian Prince Khem Yar Khepher'set to haunt the present day. Finding an antiquarian book on sexual magic in the charity shop where she volunteers, Phillippa is determined to discover all she can about the arcane practice and develops her sexual power with the guidance of the book to confront the timeslip possession. Time and place constantly shift as past and present collide and a battle plays itself out in the first book of this unique erotica romance trilogy combining magical fantasy and the occult, ancient history and reincarnation.

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Book SynopsisSometimes going home is just the beginningVivid and beautifully written, Liz Fenwick is a gifted storyteller' Sarah Morgan, Sunday Times bestselling author''Atmospheric, emotional and full of mystery an absolute pleasure from page one'' Veronica Henry, Sunday Times bestselling authorBoskenna, the beautiful, imposing house standing on the Cornish cliffs, means something different to each of the Trewin women.For Joan, as a glamorous young wife in the 1960s, it was a paradise where she and her husband could entertain and escape a world where no one was quite what they seemed a world that would ultimately cost their marriage and end in tragedy.Diana, her daughter, still dreams of her childhood there the endless blue skies and wide lawns, book-filled rooms and parties, the sound of the sea at the end of the coastal path even though the family she adored was shattered there.And for the youngest, broken-hearted Lottie, heading home in the August traffic, returning to Boskenna is a welcomeTrade Review PRAISE FOR THE PATH TO THE SEA: ‘Vivid and beautifully written, Liz Fenwick is a gifted storyteller’ Sarah Morgan 'Atmospheric, emotional and full of mystery – an absolute pleasure from page one' Veronica Henry 'A wonderfully evocative story, packed with secrets and emotion’ Judy Finnigan ‘Pure escapism at its best’ The Sun ‘With a gifted storyteller's talent for crafting compelling characters and putting them in alluring locations, Liz Fenwick's books invite readers to open the covers and explore a dramatic terrain of love, family, and friendship. With wit and skill, Fenwick illuminates the small, often overlooked moments that shape and define a life. These are tales that draw you in and keep you engaged until the last page is turned’ Deborah Harkness ‘A warm and feel-good romance that will have you pining to feel sand beneath your feet’ Woman’s Weekly ‘Evocative and compelling, a glorious tale of the choices women make for love. I adored it’ Cathy Bramley ‘Full of emotion and mystery’ HELLO! ‘Sweeping, romantic and gorgeously evocative of Cornwall’ BEST ‘Warm and poignant…Liz Fenwick draws you into her stunning world of Cornish coasts and unforgettable characters’ Jane Corry ‘Swept me away. Just beautiful’ Louise Beech ‘Totally engrossing and surprising, this is Liz Fenwick at her very best’ Fionnuala Kearney ‘Dazzling…left me spellbound’ Claire Dyer ‘Ideal for fans of Kate Morton’ CANDIS PRAISE FOR LIZ FENWICK: ‘The queen of the contemporary Cornish novel’ The Guardian 'Full of warmth, wisdom and compassion . . . Liz Fenwick's writing is vivid, satisfying and descriptive' Daily Express ‘Engrossing and romantic – a perfect holiday read’ Rachel Hore 'Authentic and compelling . . . I loved it' Rosanna Ley

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times bestselling Beautiful series “comes to a heartwarming conclusion” (RT Book Reviews) that features the entire cast of characters for one last hurrah as Pippa Bay Cox ditches London for a road trip through the United States with her friends. After walking in on her boyfriend shagging another girl, Pippa Bay Cox decides it’s time for a change of man and of scenery. With Ruby Miller and some of her friends, she leaves London behind and embarks on an epic road trip across the United States. Scaling the career ladder is Jensen Bergstroms’s default way to deal with heartbreak but when his sister Hanna convinces him to join the gang on a two-week wine tour in the US, he has a rare moment of cutting loose. Of course, it’s only once he’s committed that he realizes the strange girl he met briefly on the plane is coming along, too. She might be too much for him…or he might realize his life has become too small and needs her to make it bigger and more exciting. With this circle of friends there’s always something going on: from Chloe and Sara’s unexpected personality swaps to Will’s new domestic side to Bennett’s text message barrage and George’s own happily-ever-after. In short, their adventures in love, friendship, and hilarity are “a perfect send off to this fun, sexy series” (Kirkus Reviews).Trade Review"Writing duo Christina Lauren bring their characteristic blend of drama, sex, and silliness to the conclusion to the Beautiful series... This feel-good read showcases a raunchy reunion of each beloved character in the series. Sure to be a hit among loyal fans." * Library Journal, starred review *"Delightful...a perfect send off to this fun, sexy series...Fans of the series will love the check-in with the pairings from all the Beautiful books, and will enjoy the snapshots of the couples who have kids." * Kirkus Reviews on BEAUTIFUL *"Christina Lauren is my go-to author when I'm looking for sexy and sweet." -- Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times bestselling author"Christina Lauren's Beautiful Bastard series comes to a heartwarming conclusion with the aptly-named Beautiful... Fans of the series will be pleased by appearances and updates from all the major couples, typing things up nicely." * RT Book Reviews (Top Pick) *"A sexy, sweet treasure of a story. I loved every word." -- Sylvia Day on Sweet Filthy Boy“Lauren's snappy dialogue, amusing banter, and dual first-person perspectives (with alternating chapters told from London's and Luke's points of view) keep the emotions high, close, and intense. A hyper-sexy sophisticated romance that perfectly captures the hunger, thrill, and doubt of young, modern love.” * Kirkus Reviews on Wicked Sexy Liar *“Hot . . . if you like your hook-ups early and plentiful..." * EW.com on Beautiful Stranger *"Full of expertly drawn characters who will grab your heart and never let go, humor that will have you howling, and off-the-charts, toe-curling chemistry, Dark Wild Night is absolutely unforgettable. This is contemporary romance at its best! Beautifully written and remarkably compelling—it reminded me why Christina Lauren's books have a place of honor on my bookshelf." -- Sarah J. Maas, bestselling author of Throne of Glass on Dark Wild Night“Smart, sexy, and satisfying...destined to become a romance classic.” -- Tara Sue Me, bestselling author of The Submissive,"[The] Wild Seasons series is equal parts hot, funny, and romantic.... In our eyes, Christina Lauren can do no wrong." * Bookish *“The thing that I love the most about Christina Lauren and the duo’s Beautiful books is that there is always humor in them. As well as hot steamy moments and some of the sweetest I love you’s.” * BooksSheReads.com *

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Summer at Shell Cottage comes The Year of Taking Chances, a novel full of warmth, humour and romance. Because love is always worth the risk . . .It's New Year's Eve, and Gemma and Spencer Bailey are throwing a house party. There's music, dancing, champagne and all their best friends under one roof. It's going to be a night to remember.Also at the party is Caitlin, who has returned to the village to pack up her much-missed mum's house and to figure out what to do with her life; and Saffron, a PR executive who's keeping a secret which no amount of spin can change. The three women bond over Gemma's dodgy cocktails and fortune cookies, and vow to make this year their best one yet. But as the months unfold, Gemma, Saffron and Caitlin find themselves tested to their limits by shocking new developments. Family, love, work, home - all the things they've taken for granted are thrown into disarray. Under pressure, they are each forced to rethink their lives and start over. But dare they take a chance on something new?Trade ReviewWell-written, full of humour and filled with a reminder about what it means to be kind * Closer *Warm, witty and wise - perfect for lazy afternoons on the sofa * Daily Mail *Sparkling tale of love and friendship * Heat Magazine *An exciting read perfect for this time of year! * OK Magazine *Another sparkling read * Sun on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisBook 2 of a new series featuring After worldwide fan-favorite Landon Gibson as he leaves Washington to navigate love and life in New York City. At the end of the After Ever Happy, Landon got married—but readers everywhere have been wondering who will get to call the nicest boy in the After series their forever love? Read it and find out!“I''m so excited for everyone to get to know Landon Gibson. Whether you''re just hearing about him or already know him from the After series, I know that readers are going to love his story. He''s kind and fiercely loyal, and when he falls in love, he loves hard.” (Anna Todd, New York Times and #1 international bestselling author of the After series)

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Book Synopsis''Funny, fresh and heart-warming'' Stella Newman ''Smart, self-aware, and properly funny'' Richard Roper''A dream of a rom-com!'' Holly Miller Can you fall in love like they do in the movies? It''s Evie Summers'' job to find out. Because if she can''t convince her film agency''s biggest client, Ezra Chester, to write the romantic comedy script he owes producers, her career will be over. The catch? He thinks rom-coms are unrealistic - and he''ll only put pen to paper if Evie shows him that it''s possible to meet someone in real life the way it happens on the big screen. Cynical Evie might not believe in happily ever after, but she''ll do what it takes to save the job that''s been her lifeline . . . even if it means recreating iconic rom-com scenes in public. Spilling orange juice on a cute stranger? No problem. Leaving her number in books all over London to see who calls? Done. With a lTrade ReviewFunny, fresh and heart-warming - a book to fall in love with -- Stella NewmanI completely loved it. Smart, self-aware, and properly funny. I was cheering Evie on from page one. -- Richard RoperA fresh and funny romcom with all the magic of the movies. Would like to read more! -- Anna BellThis was a dream of a rom-com! A delightful summer read that had me revelling in the meet-cutes and rooting for a happy-ever-after. Touching and smart, with a cast of warm, funny characters I completely fell for. -- Holly MillerWinters's charming debut combines tropes from classic romantic comedy films to hilarious effect. * Publishers Weekly *Relive your favourite rom-com movie moments in this charming and delightful meet-cute novel -- Erin Reinelta writer who's one to watch * Sarra Manning *This is The Perfect romcom, sharp and clever and so funny! * Michele Gorman *Packed full of laughs, this is perfect for romcom addicts. * My Weekly *The perfect romance. A relaxing read for the warmer months. * Woman *the perfect feelgood read * Red Magazine *With laugh-out-loud moments and a lot of heart, it's a delightful summer read -- Zoe West * Woman & Home *

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Book SynopsisThe Fast and the Furious meets Mr. Robot in USA Today bestselling author Megan Erickson''s thrilling new romantic suspense series. Hacker extraordinaire Roarke Brennan lives each hour - each breath - to avenge his brother''s murder. His first move: put together a team of the best coders he knows. They''re all brilliant, specialized, and every one an epic pain in his ass. Only now Wren Lee wants in too, threatening to upset their delicate balance. The girl Roarke never allowed himself to want is all grown up with sexy confidence and a dark past ... and she''s the wild card he can''t control.Roarke might still think she''s a kid, but Wren''s been to hell and back. Nothing and nobody can stop her - especially the tatted-up, cocky-as-all-hell hacker. But when years of longing and chemistry collide, Wren and Roarke discover that revenge may be a dish best served blazing hot.

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Book SynopsisOn paper, Sadie's got it all - the partner, the children, the house. But in real life, that doesn't feel quite enough. Sadie can't help harking back to the time when she was a career woman by day and a party animal by night. And what happened to feeling like a sex kitten, anyway? The only sleepless nights she's getting now are due to the baby. Maybe a little reinvention is the answer . . . Sadie can't resist creating a fictitious online identity for herself as a hot TV producer. It's only a bit of harmless fun . . . until truth and fantasy become dangerously tangled. It isn't long before she's wondering if the exciting alter ego she has dreamed up really is the kind of person she wants to be after all . . .Wry, funny and with a wonderful twist in the tale, Lucy Diamond's debut novel Any Way You Want Me is an enchanting story of infidelity, motherhood and friends reunited.

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Book SynopsisThe third instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON, romantic fantasy epic and TikTok sensation, ACOTAR. From multi-million and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas.Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - TimeThink Game of Thrones meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a drizzle of E.L. James TelegraphSpiced 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.

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Book SynopsisSECRETS FROM THE PAST, UNRAVELLING IN THE PRESENT From the million-copy Sunday Times bestseller comes a gripping and moving story spanning 25 years and World War II, secrets, family and enduring love.The streets of Paris hide a dark past… September, 1937. Kitty Travers enrols at the Conservatoire on the banks of the Seine to pursue her dream of becoming a concert pianist. But then war breaks out and the city of light falls into shadow. Nearly twenty-five years later, Fay Knox, a talented young violinist, visits Paris on tour with her orchestra. She barely knows the city, so why does it feel so familiar? Soon touches of memory become something stronger, and she realises her connection with these streets runs deeper than she ever expected. As Fay traces the past, with only an address in an old rucksack to help her, she discovers dark secrets hidden years ago, secrets tha

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Book SynopsisSet amdist the political turmoil of the Scottish border, USA Today bestselling author Amanda Scott brings to life a new series full of the history and passion her readers know and love her for.

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Book SynopsisAfter he''s shot in action, the War Offices forces Thomas Matteson out of the thrilling life of espionage and into one as the Viscount Chesney, heir to the Earl of Chatham. But Thomas has no desire to waste his days chasing women and waiting to become an earl. So when an old family friend comes to him about a rash of mysterious robberies near the Blackwood Hall estate, Thomas is eager to get back in the field. But Thomas never dreamed his suspect would be the most beautiful--and beguiling--woman he''d ever seen.The beautiful Josephine Carlisle has resigned herself to the life of a spinster. Though she''s the daughter of a baron, her adopted status means that no landed man will have her. And she''s fine with that, until she meets the handsome and mysterious Thomas Matteson. She''s never felt such an intense attraction for a man. But he''s digging in her past and attempting to uncover all of her secrets--secrets that could put her freedom in jeopardy.

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Book SynopsisAiden Murray-Navy lieutenant, secret Jacobite, and second-born son to the Duke of Atholl-never expected to inherit his family''s title. But when his brother dies suddenly, Aiden is forced to give up his career aspirations and return home. When he arrives, he lays his eyes on a bonny, blue-eyed lass at a masquerade ball and decides he must have her. The illegitimate daughter of the Earl Marischal, Lady Maggie Keith has dedicated her life to helping battered women in the sleepy burgh of Stonehaven. But when her father is accused of treason, Maggie is forced to travel to London. But she is ill equipped to face vindictive courtiers and manipulative nobles, and humiliation threatens to crush her determination.Suddenly finding himself thrust into the responsibilities of a marquess, Aiden''s desire to help the lass is thwarted by rifts between Jacobites and government loyalists. When Maggie is wrongly accused of a plot to assassinate the queen, can the ardent warrior of Sc

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Book SynopsisBeth Caplan is ready to begin college a new woman. She''s worked hard to overcome her demons, and she''s eager to live in a world where no one knows about her past. Except, of course, her childhood crush. David March has known Beth a lifetime. Tasked by her older brother to look after the beautiful incoming freshman, he takes his job exceptionally seriously. Even if she tempts him in ways no kid-sister type ever should.When Beth''s ex shows up as a transfer student, and a creepy stranger with a reputation for violence sets his sights on her, Dave will do whatever it takes to protect her, even if it means moving her in with him. When he learns just how much a secret from his past hurt the girl he''s always cared for, he becomes doubly determined to protect her, even from himself. But that''s easier said than done.

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Book SynopsisAfter winning his battle against cancer, Beauregard Cates wants to live life to the fullest. But traveling the world has left him desiring the one thing he thinks he can''t have: a family of his own and a place to call home. Growing up in a family of overachievers, Jenna Jay Scroggs has never felt like she fits in. That''s why she fights for the underdog, and how she ends up in New York City. But when a silver-haired cowboy comes to the Big Apple and takes her for a wild, runaway carriage ride through Central Park, he''ll unleash Jenna''s hidden desires for all things Texan.

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Book SynopsisNew to the Forever list, debut author Nina Rowan writes provocative Victorian romance.Trade ReviewA rare combination of beautiful writing and hot sensuality - readers are going to love A Study in Seduction! - New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James

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Book SynopsisNow the War is Over is a moving story of post-war hardship and the struggles of a reunited family, featuring characters from Annie Murray's bestselling War Babies.The Second World War has finally come to a close. Birmingham is welcoming home its menfolk, and a new chapter is beginning in Rachel Booker's life. Her husband has returned, and the family that struggled for survival throughout the uncertain war years is now together. But family life settles into a routine and Rachel, unsatisfied, starts to yearn for more'Melly, Rachel's eldest daughter, is a child of the war. She grew up in the bombed-out streets of Birmingham and has never known anything other than the hungry ration years and supporting her mother and younger brother Tommy. But times are changing and Melly now has a fresh future ahead of her. She's determined to make the most of life and her greatest wish is to become a nurse.As the gloom of the 1940s passeTrade ReviewAnnie Murray paints an authentic picture of post-war Britain laced with relatable characters and incredibly moving situations. * Express *

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Book SynopsisThe people of China tell of an ancient tale, where the mantis hunts the cicada, unaware of the yellow bird behind it. In a small corner of one of its many cities, a random act of violence sets off a spinning top, entwining the lives of three people.Baorun, the compulsive bondage expert, is forever aided and abetted by Liu Sheng, a brash troublemaker, to indulge in his obsessions; and the lady Fairy Princess, ever-youthful, becomes the target of the pair’s escalating antics.As the years pass, many things begin to change, but in the dysfunctional world of a mental hospital at the end of Red Toon Street, just who is prey, and who is predator?Often insightful and occasionally unsettling, Shadow of the Hunter is a memorable tale concerned with guilt, injustice, madness and the struggle not to lose one’s soul to history. It is one of Su Tong’s most acclaimed works, now available in English for the first time.

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Book SynopsisThere are some things which even the closest friendship cannot survive . . . Welcome Home is an enthralling and moving drama from bestselling author Margaret Dickinson, set during the Second World War.Neighbours Edie Kelsey and Lil Horton have been friends for over twenty years, sharing the joys and sorrows of a tough life as the wives of fishermen in Grimsby. So it was no surprise that their children were close and that Edie's son, Frank, and Lil's daughter, Irene, would fall in love and marry at a young age.But the declaration of war in 1939 changed everything. Frank went off to fight, and Irene and baby, Tommy, along with Edie's youngest son are sent to the countryside for safety. With Edie's husband, Archie, fishing the dangerous waters in the North Sea and daughter Beth in London doing 'important war work', Edie's family is torn apart.Friendship sustains Edie and Lil, but tragedy follows and there&Trade ReviewThe Queen of Saga * Daily Express *A gripping saga full of heart-rendering drama * Yours *Her novels bring to life her love of the Lincolnshire landscape * Lincolnshire Echo *An outstanding story of love, courage, and family life during World War Two told by an author who knows how to touch your heart - another Margaret Dickinson triumph -- Mary Wood, author of Time Passes TimeMargaret Dickinson's, Welcome Home is an outstanding story of love and war set in the bleakness of WW2. It will tug at your heart-strings, make you cry, smile and leave you wanting to read more by this wonderful author -- Diane Allen, author of For The Sake of Her FamilyI cannot thank Margaret Dickinson enough for the hours of pleasure she's given me with this book. Welcome Home has everything you would expect from the Queen of saga; family life, friendship, heartaches, love and betrayal and much, much more. I not only came to appreciate the privations for those left behind on the home front but the heart stopping moments when one of the family is behind enemy lines, will live on in my memory for a long time to come. A thoroughly enjoyable read -- Pam Weaver

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Book SynopsisLorraine Heath ends her bestselling Sins for All Seasons series with the hero readers have been waiting for!She wants lessons in seductionAlthea Stanwick was a perfect lady destined to marry a wealthy lord, until betrayal left her family penniless.Trade Review"Heath concludes her Sin for All Seasons series with a true treat of a Victorian romance...[she] may have saved the best for last." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) "This Sins for All Seasons series finale is full of heart." — Kirkus Reviews

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