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Book SynopsisTHE RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK 'Unique and breathtaking and painful and broken and perfect . . . just like love'Jodi Picoult'Exquisitely written, incredibly moving and impossible to put down' Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare___________Joel is afraid of the future.Since he was a child he's been haunted by dreams about the people he loves. Visions of what's going to happen - the good and the bad. And the only way to prevent them is to never let anyone close to him again. Callie can't let go of the past.Since her best friend died, Callie's been lost. She knows she needs to be more spontaneous and live a bigger life. She just doesn't know how to find a way back to the person who used to have those dreams.Joel and Callie both need a reason to start living for today. And though they're not looking for each other, from the moment they meet it feels like the start of something life-changing. Until Joel has a vision of how it's going to end . . .Trade ReviewSome books rip you apart, even as you are marveling at how beautifully put together they are - The Sight of You is one of these. Holly Miller - with her startling metaphors and finely-etched portrait of a star-crossed relationship - has created a novel that is unique and breathtaking and painful and broken and perfect . . . just like love. I'm still crying, yet all I want to do is settle down and read it again * Jodi Picoult, bestselling author of A Spark of Light and Small Great Things *Set to be the big love story of 2020 * Red *Clever, poignant and very special. This life-affirming novel twists and turns its way, acknowledging the bravery it takes to love. It's a unique book you'll want to hug and not let go * Woman & Home *We're predicting a hit * Cosmopolitan *I've just finished it and I'm in BITS. There are literally tears still dripping from my chin. What an extraordinary book. It's exquisitely written, incredibly moving and impossible to put down. It made me want to go and give everyone I love a very, very big hug. Who could fail to fall in love with Callie and Joel? * Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare *A heartrending, beautifully crafted emotional rollercoaster of a read that will stay with you long after the final page. Wonderful * Mike Gayle *The Sight of You is such a special book. I had a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes to the very last page. I want everyone to read it * Paige Toon *Heartfelt and beautifully written * Kate Eberlen, author of Miss You *An epic, beautifully written novel. Holly's words are practically symphonic on the page. This book is going to break hearts in 2020 * Roxie Cooper, author *This book stole my heart. It reminds me of how I felt when I first read The Time Traveler's Wife. Special, inventive, heartbreaking and empathetic, it's a book about whether it's better to have loved and lost, or never to have loved at all. Women's fiction at its finest * Gillian McAllister, author *Looking for a love story that will break your heart this year? You've just found it. Beautifully written, The Sight of You will stay with you for a long time. Just make sure you have tissues to hand * Platinum-mag.co.uk *Enthralling, immersive and deliriously romantic. An exquisitely written emotional thriller with characters I will never forget * Katie Marsh, author *Heartbreaking, hopeful and completely original - The Sight of You is a love story that stays with you long after the final page * Dani Atkins, author *A wonderful high-concept love story. I adored it * Richard Roper, author *I loved The Sight Of You. It's an epic love story, but with such a mesmerising premise * Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project *Heartbreaking and compulsive in equal measure, I read The Sight of You in a single day * Kate Riordan, author *Amazing concept, a beautiful love story * Eva Woods, author *Just wonderful - the perfect 'will they, won't they' romance with a unique premise. It's stayed with me long after I finished with an ending I cried buckets over. This book is going to be huge! * Lorna Cook, author *I. Am. Broken. It's exquisite, beautiful and tender and has left me utterly bereft! * Emma Cooper, author *The Sight Of You is one of those rare books that stays in your heart long after the final page and I'm utterly bereft now it's finished. Beautiful, lyrical and yet packs an emotional punch that will leave you reeling * Penny Parkes, author *What an astonishing book. I just loved it. One of those rare books that is beautifully written and utterly life affirming * Kate Thompson, author *This book had me in tears. I can't stop thinking about Callie and Joel and what my choices would be in their circumstances. Beautiful and heartbreaking * Jill Santopolo, New York Times bestselling author of The Light We Lost *A beautiful, heartfelt novel with two central characters you are rooting for with your whole being. It is clever, moving and wonderfully romantic. I will think about Joel and Callie for a long time to come * Cesca Major *With stunningly evocative prose, Holly Miller crafts an enthralling tale that picks up speed as it churns toward its inevitable conclusion. I'm not usually an emotional reader, but this book proved me wrong. The ending is simply perfect. Readers are going to love it * Tracey Garvis Graves, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl He Used to Know *A gorgeously sad but ultimately uplifting read * Holly Hepburn, author *Fans of The Light We Lost and The Time Traveler's Wife will fall hard for this heartbreaking but ultimately life-affirming novel * Booklist *Miller paints big emotions with nuance and subtlety . . . This beautifully rendered work is both heartbreaking and life-affirming. Readers should be prepared to cry. * Publisher's Weekly *Entrancing and beautifully written . . . A big-hearted book showing just how fragile life truly is' * Woman & Home *Heartbreaker * Cosmopolitan *A beautiful read about following your heart. This is a total triumph * The Sun on Sunday Fabulous Magazine *A love story that will break your heart (think Jojo Moyes Me Before You-level tearjerker) * Evening Standard *Big ugly cry incoming! You'd have to be made of stone not to fall for this love story * Red Magazine *A love story with a difference . . . An astonishing, affecting, and deeply moving novel * Woman & Home *An original concept, beautifully written and completely convincing . . . a heart-wrenching love story that steers clear of being overly sentimental . . . Perfect for fans of The Time Traveller's Wife and In Five Years, this bittersweet novel is one that will stay with you * Press Association *This gorgeous, unusual love story manages to be both heartbreaking and hopeful * Good Housekeeping *Such a heartbreaking yet heartwarming story * Prima *A brilliant read * Bella *Utterly moving, this heartfelt read will capture your imagination * Woman’s Own *You might need a tissue at the ready, but this is an epic romance that will absorb and transport * Platinum Magazine *One of those rare books that stays in your heart long after the final page * Heat *An astonishing, affecting and deeply moving novel * Woman & Home *

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Book SynopsisThe first book of Elizabeth Goudge's enchanting Cathedral books.Trade ReviewMiss Goudge has the art of presenting men and women, to say nothing of children, as genuinely convincing persons, too human to be either wholly good or wholly bad - The Scotsman

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Book SynopsisCurl up with this festive, uplifting and heartwarming romantic saga . . .____________ 'A real page turner, the novel is packed full of romance, drama and a desire to find her family' Under the Christmas Tree ____________Liverpool, 1940When war comes to Britain, Jessica Wilson and her friend Ruby seize the opportunity to leave behind the orphanage they grew up in and start new lives in the NAAFI. With only forged papers as identification the girls expect to be turned away but are delighted with an offer of work.For the first time in their lives they experience real independence and it isn't long before they're spending their evenings enjoying the delights of Liverpool.When Jessica meets the handsome Tom, she feels as though her life is complete, but after a chance encounter with a friend, she soon learns that not everything is as it seems. As Jessica begins to uncover the truth, she unravels a web of lies, starting with the night of her birth, and she will need the support of her friends if she is to get her Christmas wish . . . ____________ **The final novel in the trilogy, OVER THE RAINBOW is available now**Trade ReviewA real page turner, the novel is packed full of romance, drama and a desire to find her family * Under the Christmas Tree *The perfect heart-warming paperback to keep you company this Christmas * CultureFly *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the New York Times bestseller The Pact, Love, In English and the Dirty Angels Trilogy. If you devoured the Fifty Shades trilogy and the Crossfire series, you''ll love The Artists Trilogy - a dark, explosive ride about a sexy, dangerous love triangle.The Artists Trilogy - Book OneEllie Watt is used to starting over. The daughter of a grifting team, Ellie spent her childhood being used as a pawn in her parents'' latest scam. Now she''s much older, wiser and ready to give her con artist life a rest. But returning to the dry desert town of Palm Valley, California means one more temptation than she bargained for - Camden McQueen. Once known as the high school weirdo, Camden is bigger and badder than the boy he used to be and a talented tattoo artist with his own thriving business. Ellie''s counting on Camden still being in love with her but what she''s not counting on is how easily unrequited love can turn intoTrade ReviewA hot and sexy, action-packed romance in a category all its own. The chemistry between Ellie and Camden sizzles and sparks on the page ... Sins & Needles is unforgettable and will leave you begging Halle for more * Romantic Times *I'm officially addicted to Karina Halle's writing, but I don't plan on seeking a cure for this obsession anytime soon -- Chelsea M. CameronI knew from the moment I began chapter one that Karina and I are kindred spirits -- CJ Roberts

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Book SynopsisFrom the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Just My Luck.Don''t miss Adele''s gripping new novel, the Sunday Times bestseller One Last Secret, out now!''TIGHTLY PLOTTED, BRILLIANTLY CONCEIVED AND TOTALLY GRIPPING'' LISA JEWELL''GRIPPING, TWISTY AND HEARTBREAKING, THIS STANDOUT STORY IS A TRIUMPH'' ISABELLE BROOM, HEAT''TWISTY, UNPUTDOWNABLE AND UTTERLY ENGROSSING'' JENNY COLGANWhat would YOU do if your child wasn''t yours?Utterly compelling, this stunning domestic noir from No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller Adele Parks, is sure to move, grip and delight her fans, along with readers of Liane Moriarty, Lisa Jewell and Shari Lapena. Alison is lucky and she knows it. She has the life she always craved, including a happy home with Jeff and their brilliant, Trade ReviewGripping, twisty and heartbreaking, this standout story is a triumphGripping, twisty and heartbreaking, this standout story is a triumphAdele Parks does it again. She's already proved she can write a sparkling rom com, a moving love story and a lovingly researched historical novel, now she's taken on the domestic thriller genre and nailed it. Tightly plotted, brilliantly conceived and totally grippingTwisty, unputdownable and utterly engrossingAdele Parks does it again. She's already proved she can write a sparkling rom com, a moving love story and a lovingly researched historical novel, now she's taken on the domestic thriller genre and nailed it. Tightly plotted, brilliantly conceived and totally grippingFilled with drama, riddled with deceit, The Stranger In My Home is another wonderfully tragic and atmospheric story about the complexities of morals and issues and with such an unexpected ending that will leave the reader gasping in shock * Handwritten Girl *Twisty, unputdownable and utterly engrossingFilled with drama, riddled with deceit, The Stranger In My Home is another wonderfully tragic and atmospheric story about the complexities of morals and issues and with such an unexpected ending that will leave the reader gasping in shock * Handwritten Girl *Gripped from the very first line, this rollercoaster read is undoubtedly Adele Parks's best novel yet * Bella Magazine *Gripped from the very first line, this rollercoaster read is undoubtedly Adele Parks's best novel yet * Bella Magazine *You MUST discover this absolute gem of a novel for yourself... It had me truly gripped from start to finish * The Welsh Librarian *You MUST discover this absolute gem of a novel for yourself... It had me truly gripped from start to finish * The Welsh Librarian *A slow burning story that speeds up halfway through, its pace mirrors Alison's psyche as it unravels, holding the reader in suspense before packing a final punch. Unpredictable and gripping until the end * The Lady *A slow burning story that speeds up halfway through, its pace mirrors Alison's psyche as it unravels, holding the reader in suspense before packing a final punch. Unpredictable and gripping until the end * The Lady *The plot twists and turns...and the reader is left frantic to know how it's going to work out * Woman *The plot twists and turns...and the reader is left frantic to know how it's going to work out * Woman *The secrets, lies and suspense kept me engrossed * Daily Mail *The secrets, lies and suspense kept me engrossed * Daily Mail *A wonderful exploration of loveA must read. Romantic, yet truthful, this is a moving love story with unforgettable charactersA heart-warming, heart breaking tale of love and loss, with an ending that will knock you off your feet. This is Adele Parks at the top of her gameUtterly engrossing and beautifully writtenA fairy tale with bite. Sparkly, compelling and - ultimately unexpectedAdele Parks' wonderful and heart breaking new novel will stay with youAdele Parks is a deft observer of human natureA thrilling cross-generational love story. We can't think of many authors who create more flawed and loveable characters * Glamour *Written with wit, and finishes with a surprisingly bittersweet twist * Sunday Mirror *An emotional rollercoaster of a read * Woman & Home *Well observed, original and wonderfully crafted, this is my favourite Adele Parks book to date * Sun *An emotional punch of an ending * Good Housekeeping *A big final twist that will keep you reading * Heat *A sweet, moving and romantic story that will captivate you from the first page * Closer *The story is completely mesmerising, and the ending heartbreakingly epic. Adele has created a cast of characters that completely cover the moral spectrum. The State We're In is a superb triumph * We Love This Book *This book made me laugh, caught at my heart and then broke it. The story is clearly building to something but I didn't know what - I won't spoil it but this is definitely not one for public transport * A Case for Books *A perceptive insight into family life, both idyllic and dreadful, and the individuals that are part of it. The characters are all people that you can believe in...and the ending? It's an absolute stunner! * Our Book Reviews *The secrets, lies and suspense kept me engrossed * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of 365 Days, E. L. James, Sylvia Day and Beth Kery. Before there was the fan fiction that became Fifty Shades of Grey, there was The Submissive, Tara Sue Me''s seductive and scandalous series that has enthralled millions and inspired a genre...Abby King has a secret fantasy. New York knows Nathaniel West as the brilliant and handsome CEO of West Industries, but Abby knows he''s more: a sexy and skilled dominant that is looking for a new submissive. Yearning to experience a world of pleasure beyond her simple life as a librarian, Abby offers herself to Nathaniel, to fulfill her most hidden desires. After only one weekend with the Master, Abby knows she needs more, and fully submits to Nathaniel''s terms. But despite the pleasure he takes in Abby''s willing spirit, the Nathaniel hidden behind the rules remains cold and distant. As Abby falls deeper into his tantalizing world of power and passion, she fears that Nathaniel''s hTrade ReviewA sexy and inviting kick-off to a new erotic trilogy, The Submissive should not be missed * Romance Reviews Today *A blazing hot BSDM story between a billionaire and someone who's admired him from a far. I really enjoyed this smoking tale and recommend it to erotic romance readers... I learned a lot about BDSM via Abby and Nathaniel's relationship. I started to understand how things worked... I look forward to more books by this Tara Sue Me. The sex between Abby and Nathaniel will have readers burning up and wishing they are having the sex * Night Owl Reviews *Unbelievably fantastic!... Nathaniel is something special, and he has that... something "more" that makes him who he is and makes me love him more than all the others. Beneath all the cold and detached surface there is a sweet and loving man, and I adored how Abby managed to crack his armour a tiny bit at a time... I can't wait to continue this beautiful story * Mind Reader *By the end of the first chapter I was hooked on the story and relationship of Abigail and Nathaniel... The book is told in first person so we only get Abby's perspective of the relationship, but it's one that I found real and compelling... This is one of those books that I will read and re-read * The Book Reading Gals *I HIGHLY recommend The Submissive by Tara Sue Me. It's so worth it. This book crackles with sexual lightning right from the beginning... The Submissive has exceeded all my expectations. It has heart and the characters are majorly flawed in a beautiful way. They aren't perfect, but they may be perfect together. Step into Tara Sue Me's world of dominance and submission. It's erotic, thrilling, and will leave you panting for more * Martini Reviews *The sex scenes are smouldering hot... The Submissive is a must read if you loved Fifty Shades of Grey. The writing is clean and very entertaining. I can't wait to read The Dominant to hear Nathaniel's point of view * The Romance Reviews *Tara Sue Me's The Submissive was a story unlike anything I'd ever read, and it completely captivated me... It's an emotional, compelling story about two people who work to make their relationship exactly what they need it to be, and how they're BOTH stronger for it * Books Make Me Happy *This book is going to make you say "Fifty What of What?"...[Me] is so talented and captivating * Southern Fiction Review *Well written and certainly entertaining * Dear Author *For those Fifty Shades fans pining for a little more spice on their e-reader...the Guardian recommends Tara Sue Me's Submissive Trilogy, starring handsome CEO Nathaniel West, a man on the prowl for a new submissive, and the librarian Abby, who is yearning for something more * Los Angeles Times *Tautly written, with smart, three-dimensional characters and scorching love scenes...a fantastic love story -- Christina Lauren, author of Beautiful Stranger

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Book SynopsisFor fans for Sylvia Day, J. Kenner and Maya Banks. An intense and erotic tale of love across time from the New York Times ebook bestselling author of the Because You Are Mine series and The Affair.Chicago Detective Ryan Daire has many secrets: a love for Shakespeare, an appreciation for the all the finer things in life, and an absolute lack of restraint in the bedroom. Now he has an even bigger secret. In every shifting shadow of the sprawling mansion he''s recently inherited he can see her - tempting, ethereal, and untouchable. Hope Stillwater inhabited that mansion in 1906. Raw desire has formed a conduit between these two passionate souls who are separated by the barrier of time. Intoxicated by each other''s presence, Ryan and Hope are closer than ever to crossing that inviting boundary between two worlds. But there is one grave danger: Ryan''s job has put him on the trail of a depraved criminal in an investigation that''s riskingTrade ReviewKery's novel is a truly unique and original story * Romantic Times *If you love paranormal stories laced with mysterious and erotic elements, pick up DARING TIME today. Bravo Ms Kery! * Two Lips Reviews *Beth Kery spins a unique and sensual tale of time-travel and love. Definitely a must read. * Fresh Fiction *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of E. L. James, Sylvia Day, Jodi Ellen Malpas, J. Kenner and Maya Banks. The New York Times bestselling author of the Because You Are Mine series and The Affair, returns to Alice and Dylan''s heartstopping love affair in the sequel to Glimmer...Alice Reed never dreamed she''d escape the stigma of her past. Stunned to be handpicked by the CEO of Durand Enterprises, she was even more shocked to discover that Dylan Fall desired her for pleasure, as well as business... But their deliciously forbidden time together is shattered by a startling secret. The shadows of Alice''s past are brutally surfacing, her true identity being revealed. It soon becomes clear that she''s battling a mysterious enemy, intent on destroying her. Dylan will do anything to protect Alice. But as Alice falls helplessly in love, she''s forced to question how deeply she can trust him. What secrets of her past is he hiding? And can their future survive the truth?Trade ReviewIntensely sexual * Kirkus Reviews *Nuclear-grade hot * USA Today *Sleek, sexy -- Jo DavisFiery connections ... jaw-dropping * Romantic Times *Intoxicating and exhilarating * Fresh Fiction *Successful marriage of emotion and eroticism * Dear Author *Fabulous, sizzling -- Julie JamesSpins and twists * Genre Go Round Reviews *Sensual and captivating * Fiction Vixen *Beautiful prose, superbly dynamic characters * Heroes & Heartbreakers *Intoxicating and intense * The Reading Café *Tantalizing mystery ... intriguing * The Reading Addict *

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Book SynopsisThe vicious war against the ancient race of the vampires continues in Kate Baxter''s THE WARRIOR VAMPIRE. Fans of Bella Forrest, J.R. Ward, Nalini Singh and Lara Adrian, prepare to be addicted to the pulse-pounding action, incredible emotion and raw sensuality of this powerful series. Centuries ago, the vampire race was almost destroyed. Now, salvation rests upon one - the last true vampire.For hundreds of years, Ronan Daly has hungered to be turned into a vampire. Now his time has come he''s ready to serve his king and resurrect the vampire race to glory.Naya Morales is no ordinary mortal, but part of a secret tribe dedicated to hunting down stolen magic. One fateful night, she''s led to Ronan - a thief set to change the course of her fate for ever. Ancient law orders Naya to kill her prisoner, but she can''t ignore the formidable vampire''s pull on her soul. And once they surrender to desire, Trade ReviewBaxter has definitely hit her stride in this second Last True Vampire novel, enriching the already imaginative world of this darkly inviting paranormal series, and offering a romance not easily forgotten ... a surprisingly tender, emotional romance that still packs tons of action, adventure and intrigue * Romantic Times *Baxter beautifully blends together vampire lore, romance and action in this fantastic book, and definitely proves that the vampire genre is by no means dead * Heroes and Heartbreakers *The pacing is fast. The action is edge-of-your-seat. The danger is real and brutal. But the love story, oh man the love story; it's beautiful ... * Romance At Random *Delicious, dangerous, and deadly ... a must-read series for fellow vampire groupies * San Francisco Book Review *Red-hot vampire tale filled with action and a meticulously assembled paranormal world... It was everything you could ask for in a paranormal romance * Smokin Hot Book Blog *If you like the Black Dagger Brotherhood ... pick up The Last True Vampire, you won't be disappointed * Parajunkee's View *A brilliant blend of vampire lore, sensual energy and twitchy characters ... a jackpot read for vampire lovers who like sizzle * Romance Junkies *This is the vampire book I've been waiting for ... This first book indicates her name will be spoken alongside Jeaniene Frost and Charlene Harris * T’irla’s Talk *I loved this book! Kate Baxter has quickly become one of my favorite authors and The Warrior Vampire is a great addition to The Last True Vampire series * Majorly Delicious *This book is uniquely interesting and will cause the reader to not want to stop reading ... Naya is my type of women; strong, fearless, faithful to her beliefs and a kickass fighter. The author does an astounding job * Sportochick's Musings *If in the first novel of the series, The Last True Vampire, I thought the world was rich, in The Warrior Vampire things got even more yummy ... The romance arc was really fun, the odds-against-the-couple thing came with awesome tension and the action outside the romance was interesting too * Butterfly-o-meter Books *After reading The Last True Vampire, I was looking forward to Ronan's book ... Full of action and steam and even made me smile a few times * Wi Love Books *Kate Baxter is one of those authors that has an innate skill for creating a variety of well developed supernatural creatures and world that they live in ... If you're looking for a great PNR series to get started on to really whet your appetite for more, I highly recommend this one. You have romance, action, suspense, and writing that is locked tight with no holes or discrepancies * Smokin' Hot Book Blog *An action-packed story ... I'm looking forward to see what Baxter has in store for her readers next! * Under the Covers Book Blog *I loved reading this one as much as the first. You get pulled right into Ronan and Naya's story ... Kate Baxter has created an amazing world * Cassandra Lost In Books *I LOVED this book ... The sexy scenes are HOT! ... Naya is a bad ass chick ... Did I mention the SEXY HOT VAMPIRE scenes? * DayReader Reviews *The Warrior Vampire is a hot and exciting read. The chemistry between [the] two mates is like fire. It engulfs readers from head to toe * Universal Creativity Inc14 *Spellbinding paranormal romance ... The chemistry between Naya and Roman flows from the pages in stunning clarity as it sizzles with electric heat * Night Owl Reviews *The Warrior Vampire is the second book in the Last True Vampire series and just as good as the first ... a fun ride ... some very satisfying sexy-time * Book Passion For Life *The Warrior Vampire is a great addition to the Last True Vampire series. I loved Ronan... Baxter is one of my favorites * Romancing the Readers *The story was fast-paced, thrilling and contained the most hottest couple I have ever come across from the this genre. Kate Baxter sure can create some steamy scenes. I am surprised that my kindle didn't catch fire during some parts of the book. Sucking someone else's blood has never been so hot. No wonder I was hooked! * The Hopeless Romantics Book Blog *Really entertaining and sexy ... a spicy, action packed novel * A British Bookworm *I signed up for a steamy romance and boy does Baxter deliver in spades. Naya and Ronan have sizzling chemistry in this book and I was cheering them on every step of the way * A Fool's Ingenuity *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Sons of Anarchy, Kristen Ashley, Madeline Sheehan and Joanna Wylde. New York Times bestselling author Katie Ashley revs up the danger and sexual tension in her Vicious Cycle biker romance series.Looking for a walk on the wild side, Annabel Percy, the daughter of a powerful politician, starts dating a biker she knows is completely wrong for her. But she finds herself living a nightmare when she''s kidnapped and transported into a hell on earth she never could have imagined.Born and bred into the Hells Raiders MC, Nathaniel ''Reverend'' Malloy lives and dies for his brothers. But when he becomes the unexpected savior of a rival club''s captive, Rev makes it his personal mission to nurse Annabel back to health - and to shelter her from the nightmares that torment her.Once Annabel heals, she''s stunned to realize she is falling for the seductive man who saved her. Faced with their impossible attraction, can she accept the life he Trade ReviewI was blown away. The tension. The suspense. The romance. The twists and turns ... Katie Ashley's ability to bring characters to life are incomparable ... I never thought I could care about anyone like I do the Vicious Cycle series characters. They are so complex, so alive! ... This book reveals a different side of Katie. Tough. Bold. Badass. Intensely beautiful and heartbreaking * The Book Avenue *What does Katie Ashley do well? She writes beautifully sexy love stories. What she does really well is she writes wonderful men who are ready-made to fall in love with * Literati Literature Lovers *You know how much we loves us a HOT read, and there is plenty of heat here, ladies * Flirty and Dirty Book Blog *Full of everything I love in a romance book. A sexy, scared-of-commitment leading man ... a very relatable, beautiful woman ... drama to last for days, and a scorching love story that left me wishing this book would never end * The SubClub Books *It was all fabulous. Steamy, romantic, swoon-worthy * Smitten’s Book Blog *[Ms. Ashley's] got me good and hooked * Fiction Vixen *"Wow" is all I can say ... If you are new to Katie Ashley, treat yourself. I promise that you will not be disappointed * Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews *

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Book Synopsis''I loved this book, everyone needs a Jack Eversea in their life'' 5* reader review Following Eversea, Forever, Jack is the second gorgeous Butler Cove novel from Natasha Boyd. Nicholas Sparks introduced you to Noah Calhoun. Jamie McGuire brought you Travis Maddox. Now meet Jack Eversea, and prepare to be swept away...When Hollywood movie star Jack Eversea stumbled into sleepy Butler Cove, he had no idea he would encounter the only ''real'' thing that''s ever happened to him - only to let her slip through his fingers... Small-town girl Keri Ann Butler''s life changed the night she met Jack Eversea. But suddenly he was gone, and she had to pick up the pieces and start again.Now Jack is back, with one thing on his mind. Winning back the girl who stole his heart. Whatever it takes. But is it too late? Passionate. Devastating. Explosive. Unforgettable. <Trade ReviewBoyd creates magic once again * A Bookish Escape *Natasha Boyd weaves a fascinating tale of love, loss, heartache and redemption * Tome Tender Book Blog *A perfect blend of heartbreak, angst, romance, steam and pure love in its rawest and sometimes most painful form * All Romance Reviews *5 Eversea* glass Loving Stars! * Sizzling Pages Reviews *

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Book SynopsisThe sixth enchanting novel in the Lucky Harbor series from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis, laced with her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Fans of Susan Andersen, Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Carly Phillips, and Susan Mallery will fall head over heels for the Lucky Harbor series.Love can happen in a heartbeat... Grace never thought she''d be starting her life over from scratch. Losing everything has landed her in Lucky Harbor, working as a dog walker for overwhelmed ER doctor Josh Scott. But the day his nanny fails to show up, Grace goes from caring for Josh''s lovable mutt to caring for his rambunctious son. Soon Grace is playing house with the sexy single dad...With so many people depending on him, Josh has no time for anything outside of his clinic and family - until Grace arrives in town. Now this brainy blonde is turning his life inside out and giving a whole new meaning to the phrase good bedside mannerTrade ReviewPacked with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorHumor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorAnyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism.It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *Riveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorFast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling authorFrom beginning to end, Animal Magnetism is a captivating story that will have you laughing out loud, rooting for a happy ending for Lilah and Brady, and hoping that this won't be your last visit to Sunshine * Romance Reviews Today *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *Humor, intrigue, and scintillating sex. Jill Shalvis is a total original -- Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling authorPacked with the trademark Shalvis humor and intense intimacy, it is definitely a must-read . . . If love, laughter and passion are the keys to any great romance, then this novel hits every note * Romantic Times *Jill Shalvis is such a talented author that she brings to life characters who make you laugh, cry, and are a joy to read * Romance Reviews Today *Anyone remember those funny, fluttering butterfly feelings you get when you're in love for the first time? [T]hat is what I felt while I was reading Animal Magnetism. If you love a true romance with amazing characters that leave you wanting more, go out and grab a copy of Animal Magnetism. It is so worth it! * Joyfully Reviewed *Heartwarming and sexy . . . an abundance of chemistry, smoldering romance, and hilarious antics * Publishers Weekly *[Shalvis] has quickly become one of my go-to authors of contemporary romance. Her writing is smart, fun, and sexy, and her books never fail to leave a smile on my face long after I've closed the last page . . . Jill Shalvis is an author not to be missed! * The Romance Dish *I loved the sexual tension, the great dialogue, and the well-developed characters. Any book by Jill Shalvis is guaranteed to be a hit! * The Romance Studio *What I love about Jill Shalvis's books is that she writes sexy, adorable heroes . . . the sexual tension is out of this world. And of course, in true Shalvis fashion, she expertly mixes in humor that has you laughing out loud * Heroes and Heartbreakers *I always enjoy reading a Jill Shalvis book. She's a consistently elegant, bold, clever writer . . . Very witty - I laughed out loud countless times and these scenes are sizzling * All About Romance *If you have not read a Jill Shalvis novel yet, then you really have not read a real romance yet either! * Book Cove Reviews *Engaging writing, characters that walk straight into your heart, touching, hilarious * Library Journal *Witty, fun, and sexy - the perfect romance! -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorRiveting suspense laced with humor and heart is her hallmark, and Jill Shalvis always delivers -- Donna Kauffman, USA Today bestselling authorFast-paced and deliciously fun . . . Jill Shalvis sweeps you away -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling author

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Book Synopsis ''Eversea is captivating, romantic and a stunning read to get lost in! I''ll be honest - this is a book that I have been DREAMING of reading'' 5* reader review Eversea is the first gorgeous Butler Cove novel from Natasha Boyd. If you loved Nicholas Sparks'' Noah Calhoun and lusted after Jamie McGuire''s Travis Maddox, you''ll be dreaming about Jack Eversea...An orphaned, small-town, southern girl, held hostage by responsibility and self-doubt.A Hollywood A-list mega-star, on the run from his latest scandal and with everything to lose. A chance encounter that leads to an unlikely arrangement and epic love affair that will change them both for ever.As powerful as the pounding surf, as intoxicating as the sea breeze, this is one love affair you won''t be able to forget about...Don''t miss the electrifying sequel, Forever, Jack, and return to Butler Cove in the noTrade ReviewA completely captivating read * Romfan Reviews *You will get lost in the characters and their stories. This book is escapism at its very best. A beautiful coming of age story with lots of lovely romance mixed in * Bookish Treasures Blog *An absolutely sexy, heart-touching tale of finding oneself and discovering love along the way. Eversea is brilliantly written with lovable characters and wonderful story that left me wanting more * Tome Tender Book Blog *So if you'd like a book that's full of vibrant characters, swoon (fracking hot) males that leave you hot under the collar, and just generally a book that leaves you wanting so much more, then pick this book up! * Book Passion for Life Blog *

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Book SynopsisOne of BBC's 100 Novels That Shaped Our World.Jane Austen's best-loved novel is an unforgettable story about the inaccuracy of first impressions, the power of reason and, above all, the strange dynamics of human relationships and emotions.Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful hardbacks make perfect gifts for book lovers, or wonderful additions to your own collection. Gorgeously illustrated by the celebrated Hugh Thomson, this edition also includes an afterword by author and critic, Henry Hitchings.A tour de force of wit and sparkling dialogue, Pride and Prejudice shows how the headstrong Elizabeth Bennet and the aristocratic Mr Darcy must have their pride humbled and their prejudices dissolved before they can acknowledge their love for each other.Trade ReviewAn unputdownable read that challenges perceptions, and subtly marks a line in feminist history and thought -- Victoria Lambert * The Telegraph *Jane Austen’s self-enclosed world enveloped me, soothing in its contours and assumptions . . . irresistible -- Susan Chira * The New York Times *

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Book SynopsisJane Austen's wickedly satirical final novel, and the inspiration for a major motion picture starring Dakota Johnson, Henry Golding and Richard E. Grant.Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful hardbacks make perfect gifts for book lovers, or wonderful additions to your own collection. Gorgeously illustrated by the celebrated Hugh Thomson, this edition also includes an afterword by author and critic Henry Hitchings.Persuasion follows the story of Anne Elliott who, as a teenager, was engaged to a seemingly ideal man, Frederick Wentworth. But after being persuaded by her friend Lady Russell that he is too poor to be a suitable match, Anne ends their engagement. When they are reacquainted eight years later, their circumstances are transformed: Frederick is returning triumphantly from the Napoleonic War, while Anne's fortunes are floundering. Will their past regrets prevent them from finding future happiness?Trade ReviewPersuasion seems to be the Jane Austen novel that has most touched our readers’ hearts -- Sam Jordison * Guardian *Persuasion is Austen’s most mature and melancholic novel, a frost-tipped exploration of the meaning of love and a quietly savage critique of Regency England’s obsessions with money and class -- Claire Allfree * Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisThe brand-new unforgettable romance saga from the No.1 bestselling author!London was her home. It seemed impossible that she had grown up in the city without ever noticing the huge differences between those who had money and those who had next to nothing. East-End London, 1858. In London''s twisting streets, it''s hard to tell friend from foe. And for Katherine Martin, arriving back in London after years away, the city is far crueller than she remembers.Her eyes opened to the plight of London''s poor, Kate is determined to do what she can to help even if it means defying her parents.In secret, she opens a soup kitchen. But there is a world of criminals within London''s poorest alleys. Catching the notice of Harry Trader and his gang, Kate is out of her depth. Until she begins to discover that her true enemies might not be who she thought . . .The Sunday Times No.2 bestseller for the w/e 06/02/2021Trade Review Praise for Dilly Court: ‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express ‘Dilly Court’s latest novel is another page-turner that will keep you gripped to the end – 5 stars’ The People’s Friend ‘As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end’ Choice ‘A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!’ My Weekly ‘Spellbinding . . . you just keep turning the pages’ Daily Mail ‘A fast-paced, riveting read’ Sunday Express ‘A heart-warming, fast-paced story that will keep you gripped till the end’ The People’s Friend ‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express ‘Atmospheric, vivid and compelling’ My Weekly ‘An excellent, well-researched read’ People’s Friend ‘Perfect for Downton Abbey fans … heart-tugging’ Peterborough Telegraph

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Book SynopsisAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Science raises questions only love can answer in this moving and thought-provoking novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of “heart-tugging and emotional” (Romantic Times Book Reviews) life-changing fiction.One frozen embryo. Two families with life-long secrets. And a guy who never planned to fall in love again. Maddie Baxter West is shaken to the core when she finds out everything she believed about her life was a lie. Her parents had always planned to tell her the truth about her past: that she was adopted as an embryo. But somehow the right moment never happened. Then a total stranger confronts Maddie with the truth and tells her something else that rocks her world—Maddie had a sister she never knew about. Betrayed, angry, and confused, Maddie leaves her new job and fiancé, rejects her family’s requests for forgiveness, and moves to Portland to find out who she really is. Dawson Gage’s life was destroyed when London Quinn, his best friend and the only girl he ever loved, is killed. In the hospital waiting room, London’s mother reveals that London might have had a sibling. The frozen embryo she and her husband donated decades ago. When Dawson finds Maddie and brings her to Portland, the Quinns—her biological parents—welcome her into their lives and hearts. Maddie is comforted by the Quinns’ love and intrigued by their memories of London, who was so much like her. Is this the family and the life she was really meant to have? Now it will take the love of Dawson Gage to help Maddie know who she is...and to help her find her way home.Trade Review"Award-winning author Karen Kingsbury is known for her emotional, heart-tugging novels, and her latest is no exception.... A tale of forgiveness and love.” * Woman's World Magazine *

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Book SynopsisThe heart-wrenching and unforgettable tale of a world on the brink of war from the internationally bestselling author of The German Midwife.Berlin, 1938: It's the height of summer, and Germany is on the brink of war. When fledgling reporter Georgie Young is posted to Berlin, alongside fellow Londoner Max Spender, she knows they are entering the eye of the storm.Arriving to a city swathed in red flags and crawling with Nazis, Georgie feels helpless, witnessing innocent people being torn from their homes. As tensions rise, she realises she and Max have to act even if it means putting their lives on the line.But when she digs deeper, Georgie begins to uncover the unspeakable truth about Hitler's Germany and the pair are pulled into a world darker than she could ever have imaginedFrom the bestselling author of The German Midwife comes the heart-wrenching story of a country on the brink of war, a woman who puts herself in the line of fire, and a world about to be forever changed.Readers love The Berlin Girl:A gripping read, filled with tension and suspense' Fiona Valpy, author of The Dressmaker's GiftYou''ll gasp aloud and shed a few tears [] insightful, bold, fast-paced' Kristin Harmel, author of The Book of Lost NamesAn absorbing and fascinating read' Janet MacLeod Trotter, author of The Tea Planter's DaughterMandy has captured a chilling sense of tension and fear, knowing what was on the horizon' Suzanne Goldring, author of My Name is EvaWhat a story! I couldn't put this down.' Real Reader ReviewPowerful, engaging and emotional.' Real Reader ReviewMandy Robotham never disappoints. Her best yet.' Real Reader ReviewThis book will stay with me for a long time.' Real Reader ReviewThis book is a beautifully done glimpse in to a changing Berlin, and is one of the best historic fictions set in this era that I''ve had the pleasure to read.' Real Reader ReviewTrade Review Praise for The Berlin Girl: ‘A gripping read, filled with tension and suspense as war brews in 1930s Berlin.’ Fiona Valpy, bestselling author of The Dressmaker’s Gift ‘The Berlin Girl paints a vibrant picture of some of the chilling harbingers of World War II. You'll gasp aloud and shed a few tears on this insightful, bold, fast-paced ride through Berlin's last moments of crumbling glory before the cloud of World War II descends.’ Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Lost Names ‘I was gripped by Georgie’s mission to alert the world to the horrors to come, as Hitler’s Germany prepares to create a new Europe. Mandy Robotham’s description of Berlin on the brink of war crackles with tension and shows us the best and worst of humanity.’ Sarah Steele, author of The Missing Pieces of Nancy Moon 'An absorbing read and a fascinating glimpse into Berlin and Germany just before the outbreak of the Second World War.'Janet MacLeod Trotter, bestselling author of The Tea Planter’s Daughter ‘A powerful and poignant look at how the world turned upside down. Full of things I love in a novel from strong heroines to forgotten history, this is Mandy’s best book yet.’ Lorna Cook, #1 bestselling author of The Forgotten Village ‘Mandy captured a chilling sense of tension and fear, knowing what was on the horizon.’ Suzanne Goldring, author of My Name is Eva ‘Yet again, Robotham shines a forensic light on another little-known story of WW2… in the writer’s expert hands, this [novel] becomes agonisingly tense as Georgie refuses to stand by as witness and becomes embroiled in a terrifying game of cat and mouse.’ L P Fergusson, author of The Summer Fields

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Book SynopsisRadio show host Eve Reilly is used to backlash for her on-air commentary. But when angry online posts escalate to menacing harassment, it will be up to Detective Brent Lange to track down a dangerous foe who wants to silence the fearless woman now stealing his heart.

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Book Synopsis'SMART, EMOTIONAL, INTRIGUING AND COMPELLING - I LOVED IT!' JILL MANSELLDannie Kohan has held true to her meticulously crafted 5-year plan since she understood the concept. On the day that she nails the most important interview of her career and gets engaged to the perfect man, she's well on her way to fulfilling her life goals. But that night Dannie falls asleep and dreams of a night five years in the future where she's engaged to another man. It was just a dream, she tells herself when she wakes, but it felt so real.Determined to ignore the odd experience, she files it away in the back of her mind. That is, until five years later, when Dannie turns down a street and there, standing on the corner, is the man from her dream... Perfect for fans of Me Before You and One Day, this heart-breaking story of love, loss and life will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about destiny.-------------------------------------'What a clever, beautiful, special book. The writing is stunning, the concept is so original - it just has everything going for it. I loved every page!' Beth O'Leary, author The Flatshare and The Switch'Such a touching, soulful experience' Goodreads reader'In Five Years is a stunningly beautiful, brilliant and insightful love story' Goodreads reader'Heartbreaking and poignant' Glamour'I loved In Five Years. A beautiful, intelligent story about friendships and love' Clare Mackintosh, author of After the End'Full of twists and turns, this is a heart-breaking yet uplifting story about love and friendship' Heat magazine *****IF YOU LOVED IN FIVE YEARS, REBECCA'S NEXT HEARTBREAKER EXPIRATION DATES IS AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW!*New York Times bestseller, March 2020Trade ReviewWhat a clever, beautiful, special book. The writing is stunning, the concept is so original - it just has everything going for it. I loved every page! * Beth O'Leary, author of SUNDAY TIMES bestseller THE FLATSHARE *Smart, emotional, intriguing and compelling - I loved it! * JILL MANSELL, author of IT STARTED WITH A SECRET *I adored In Five Years, it's so poignant and tender. It broke my heart * JOSIE SILVER, author of ONE DAY IN DECEMBER *I loved In Five Years. A beautiful, intelligent story about friendships and love * CLARE MACKINTOSH, author of AFTER THE END *Full of twists and turns, this is a heart-breaking yet uplifting story about love and friendship, and is one of this year's must-reads * Heat magazine ***** *This surprising, sob-inducing novel is the ultimate makes-you-sit-up-and-think read... We inhaled this pitch-perfect story in one delicious go * FABULOUS magazine *IN FIVE YEARS is as clever as it is moving, the rare read-in-one-sitting novel you won't forget * Chloe Benjamin, author of THE IMMORTALISTS *Clever, compelling and always surprising. A wonderfully unique read * Heidi Swain, SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of THE CHRISTMAS WISH LIST *Touching, poignant and I wept buckets through the first half, so I would advise you not to read it in public * Prima *A rare kind of love story... we read it in one sitting! * Closer magazine *I read it in one late night. Very, very clever. And lovely. The end is EXACTLY what it should be * Anstey Harris, author of Richard & Judy Book Club pick THE TRUTHS AND TRIUMPHS OF GRACE ATHERTON *A rare love story with an unexpected ending * Bella magazine *Smart, clever and achingly beautiful. Not many love stories surprise me, but this one did. I really loved it * Dani Atkins, bestselling author of FRACTURED *An original and gorgeously written tale of love and friendship that will both tug at your heart strings and keep you guessing. If you want a story that thinks 'out of the box' and still delivers a hefty emotional punch, this one's for you * FIONA HARPER, author of THE MEMORY COLLECTOR *Deeply moving and emotional - I absolutely adored it * SUSAN ELLIOT WRIGHT, author of THE FLIGHT OF CORNELIA BLACKWOOD *What a wonderful book. So moving and such an amazing, satisfying ending. Excellently done * TRACY REES, author of THE HOUSE AT SILVERMOOR *This cleverly plotted tale will certainly put you through the emotional wringer * Sunday Mirror *Expect the unexpected and be prepared to shed more than a few tears at this heart-warming read * Woman & Home *Not many books give away the ending in the first chapter . . . heart-breaking and poignant * Glamour magazine *So touching and poignant that it made me sob. I recommend having tissues to hand! -- Nina Pottell * Prima *

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Book SynopsisSt Aidan: a cosy Cornish village where friendships are made for life and it's always cocktail hour somewhereA pure delight' Debbie JohnsonReturn to your favourite little wedding shop by the sea for love, laughter and a romance to sweep you off your feet! It's the most romantic day of the year but the girls aren't just gearing up for Valentine's Day and a busy wedding season ahead, it's also the 10 year anniversary of their beloved shop!Jess is planning the party of the decade and with the champagne and cocktails flowing, sparks are going to flyand not just from the fireworks display!Readers adore Jane Linfoot's books!Have you ever liked a book so much that you wanted to give it a hugchicklit GOLD' Pretty Little Book ReviewsJane Linfoot combines fabulous friendship with gorgeous true lovea fantastic captivating story with a sweet romantic ending' With Love for BooksA character that you genuinely like' Mrs Wheddon ReviewsThe perfect holiday readyou feel as if you are part of the group ofTrade ReviewPraise for Jane Linfoot: ‘Sparkling, laugh-out-loud, romantic’ Phillipa Ashley, bestselling author of Summer at the Cornish Café ‘The perfect holiday read to warm your heart’ #1 Bestselling author Tracy Bloom 'Just like the perfect wedding cake, Cupcakes and Confetti is beautifully crafted and wrapped in romance' Heidi Swain ‘Funny and big-hearted, I was enchanted by Lily and her friends’ Sunday Times bestselling author Michele Gorman ‘A pure delight…fabulous, fun and unforgettable’ Debbie Johnson, bestselling author of Christmas at the Comfort Food Cafe

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Book SynopsisWelcome back to Sweetwater Springs, North Carolina, for a heartwarming second-chance romance between a quirky cafe owner and a handsome park ranger. Thirty is just a number, but the thought of turning the same age her mother was when she died is terrifying to cafe owner Emma St. James. Emma wants to do something to keep her mom's memory alive, but what she has in mind would require looping in Jack Hershey, and Emma is still upset with him after he stood her up for their high school prom. It was just a silly dance, but she'd needed him back then. She wished she didn't need him now too.Park Ranger Jack Hershey is caring for his nephew, Sam, this summer while Sam's mom is in the hospital. To convince his sister that Sam will be in good hands, Jack lets his sister believe that he and Emma are a couple and will be watching Sam together. However, Emma will only agree to go along with this facade if Jack helps her organize her event at Evergreen Park. As Jack and Emma work together to plan the biggest celebration of the season in Sweetwater Springs, their long-running attraction intensifies and their summer charade shows forever potential...if they can overcome the roadblocks of the past.Includes the bonus novella A Fairytale Bride!

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Book Synopsis'Downton with dance, perfect!' Santa MontefiorePrepare to be swept off your feet by the romantic and irresistible new novel from Sunday Times bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du BekeLondon, 1937.With a new king in place, tensions are rising in London and across Europe. Shaken by the Great Depression and withtalk of another war coming, the Buckingham Hotel is trying to regain some stability.Upstairs, Vivienne Edgerton is desperate to do something worthwhile with her time and her stepfather's money, rather than spending it on frivolity and debauchery - but will this land her in even more trouble?And downstairs, chambermaid Nancy Nettleton is finally starting to feel more settled at the Buckingham, and hopes her brother will soon call London home, too. But she misses the man she loves, demonstration dancer Raymond de Guise, who is noticeably absent from the Grand Ballroom dance floor.The staff and guests of the Buckingham soon discover that in a hotel full of secrets, there's always someone listening . . .

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Book Synopsis'A heartwarming, emotional read... Perfect to curl up with on a winter's day' Liz Fenwick. Sometimes the end is only the beginning... After ten years together, Dubliner Carrie Nolan is devastated when she's dumped by Kevin Mulvey without even a backwards glance. But on reflection, she had been sacrificing her own long-term happiness by pandering to his excessive ego – well, not anymore! While Kevin is 'living the dream' with his beautiful new Brazilian girlfriend, Carrie seeks solace from a circle of mismatched strangers who need her as much as she needs them. Then suddenly a catastrophic sequence of events leaves Carrie unsure if there's anyone she can trust. How far do you need to fall before you realise it's never too late to start again? Perfect for fans of Cecilia Ahern, Jodi Picoult and Sheila O'Flannagan. Praise for What Happened to Us?: 'A heartwarming, emotional read... Perfect to curl up with on a winter's day' Liz Fenwick 'This delightful story will satisfy any reader longing for a happy ending to make things right' Judith Keim, bestselling author of The Beach House Hotel Series 'A story that stays with you long after you finish the last page' Rosie Hendry, bestselling author of the East End Angels series 'A thoroughly enjoyable story!' Love Books Actually 'I devoured this fabulous read' Sandra 'Another brilliant 5-star read for me from this author' Donna Maguire 'This is a wonderful uplifting character-driven story' Amazon Customer 'One of the best books I have read for ages' Suzanne 'I absolutely loved reading What Happened To Us?' Ginger Book GeekTrade ReviewA heartwarming, emotional read... Perfect to curl up with on a winter's day' -- Liz FenwickA story that stays with you long after you finish the last page -- Rosie Hendry, bestselling author of the East End Angels seriesThis delightful story will satisfy any reader longing for a happy ending to make things right -- Judith Keim, bestselling author of The Beach House Hotel seriesA thoroughly enjoyable story! * Love Books Actually *A catastrophic sequence of events leads to the unthinkable. A real page turner * Bella Magazine *

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Book SynopsisDon't miss the brand-new festive saga from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author Dilly Court!Paradise Row, London. December 1865.Snow is falling fast and Sally Suggs is working tirelessly to bring in enough money to keep bread on the table. Her father, a skilled rag-and-bone man, has fallen ill and now Sally has taken up his trade.But this is a man's world and competition is fierce, and Sally's rival Finn Kelly always seems to be one step ahead. Her family's one valuable possession is their horse, Flower, yet with no one to protect them, London's underbelly of black-market traders circle closer.Sally needs to find help in the most unexpected places if they are to surviveDon't miss this festive treat from Dilly Court available to buy now!Trade Review Praise for Dilly Court: ‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express ‘Dilly Court’s latest novel is another page-turner that will keep you gripped to the end – 5 stars’ The People’s Friend ‘As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end’ Choice ‘A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!’ My Weekly ‘Spellbinding . . . you just keep turning the pages’ Daily Mail ‘A fast-paced, riveting read’ Sunday Express ‘A heart-warming, fast-paced story that will keep you gripped till the end’ The People’s Friend ‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express ‘Atmospheric, vivid and compelling’ My Weekly ‘An excellent, well-researched read’ People’s Friend ‘Perfect for Downton Abbey fans … heart-tugging’ Peterborough Telegraph

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Book Synopsis'A beautifully written magical novel about life, love and family' Cathy Kelly From the million-copy Sunday Times bestseller comes a compelling and engrossing story of hidden lives and secret pastsLondon, present day: Emily Gordon has found her dream job, as an editor at a small publishing house. When the biography of a late great English novelist crosses her desk, she discovers, buried beneath the history, a story that simply has to be told…London, 1948: Isabel Barber has barely arrived in the city when a chance meeting leads to a job offer, and a fascinating career beckons. But as she develops a close working relationship with a charismatic young debut novelist the professional soon becomes personal, and she finds herself fighting for her very survival… Secrets from the past, unravelling in the present… Uncovering secrets that span generations, Rachel delivers intriguing, involving and emotive narrative reading group fiction like few other writers can.Praise for Rachel Hore's novels: 'Compelling, engrossing and moving' SANTA MONTEFIORE 'Simply stunning . . . I savoured every moment’ DINAH JEFFERIES 'A story that stirs the deepest emotions' WOMAN & HOME ‘An emotive and thought-provoking read’ ROSANNA LEY ‘Hore tackles difficult subjects with a clever, light touch and a sunny positivity. Her women are brave and good and you desperately want them to win’ DAILY MAIL ‘A novel thatstirs the deepest emotions’ WOMAN ‘An elegiac tale of wartime love and secrets’ TELEGRAPH ‘A tender and thoughtful tale' SUNDAY MIRRORTrade Review‘Compelling, engrossing and moving; a perfect holiday indulgence’ -- Santa Montefiore on The Silent Tide‘A tour de force. Rachel’s Paris is rich, romantic, exotic and mysterious’ -- Judy Finnigan on A Week in Paris‘Engrossing and romantic, it’s a wonderful story of family secrets and the choices women make’ -- Jane Thynne on The Silent Tide‘With a serious eye for exquisite detail, Hore’s latest, brilliantly crafted novel aptly follows a photographer, Lucy. She takes a journey to capture past, life-changing family secrets, embracing three generations along the way, across Cornwall, London East Anglia and Occupied France’ * Mirror on A Gathering Storm *‘A fascinating, hugely readable book . . . Rachel Hore’s research and her mastery of the subject is deeply impressive’ -- Judy Finnigan on A Place of Secrets‘Another of this year’s top offerings’ * Daily Mail on The Glass Painter's Daughter *‘Pitched perfectly for a holiday read’ * Guardian on The Memory Garden *

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Book SynopsisThis is Naomi Mitchison's least successful novel, and new readers should not start here! It is shaped by her own life and fears in her own experience in 1931, and is the first of her novels and stories not to have a historical setting. Mitchison was appalled by the rise of fascism in Germany and Italy, and wanted to warn the world. She was rather dismayed by the results of the Russian Revolution, of which she had once had great hopes. She also poured all her most personal feelings into the novel, and covered a plethora of subjects - not only free love, abortion and rape, but the unmentionable discussion of marital infidelity, trouser buttons and rubber goods. Her own love life was so complex that she divided it between two sisters in the novel! It spent two years being censored by the publisher while she championed it, but it was crowded, over-written, hectic and unbalanced. It is poor, but Mitchison-lovers will find it impossible to put down. Isobel Murray is Emeritus Professor of Modern Scottish Literature at the University of Aberdeen

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Book SynopsisA Wall Street Journal bestseller. In bestselling author T L Swan’s second hot installment to the Miles High Club series, he’s sexy, rich, and her mortal enemy. Hate never felt so good. I first met Tristan Miles at a meeting where he was trying to take over my late husband’s company. He was powerful, arrogant, and infuriatingly gorgeous, and I hated him with every cell in my body. In the shock of the century, he called me three days later and asked me on a date. I would rather die than date a man like him—though I do have to admit it was good for the ego. Turning him down was the highlight of my year. Six months later, he was the guest speaker at a conference I attended in France. Still arrogant and infuriating—but this time, surprisingly charming and witty. When he looked at me, I got butterflies. But I can’t go there. He’s just a player in a hot suit, and I’m just a widow with three unruly sons. I just need this conference to be over. Because everybody knows that Tristan Miles always gets what he wants…and what he wants is me.

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Book SynopsisWidowed after fifty years of marriage, Betty has put all thought of romance behind her. Or has she .?Newly widowed after fifty years of marriage, Betty Wilson is determined to remain in the home she has lived in the whole of her married life and retain her independence. Deciding she doesn''t need anyone to look after her, she won''t even accept help from loyal family friend Peter Brown. But it''s not always easy to cope when one is growing older. From errant hedge trimmers to unscrupulous conmen and a car which seems to have a mind of its own, modern life offers unexpected hazards for the unwitting septuagenarian. Will Betty accept the devoted Peter''s help and come to realize what he means to her, before it''s all too late.?

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Book SynopsisYoung widow Joanna Watson is struggling to make a new home for her five-year-old son, Samuel, in the little mountain town of Settler''s Fort. When she returns home from work to find Samuel and the woman watching him missing, with no lawman in town, she enlists a man she prays has enough experience in this rugged country to help. Isaac Bowen wants nothing more than a quiet, invisible life in these mountains, far away from the bad decisions of his past. But he has a strong suspicion of who''s behind the kidnapping, and if he''s right, he knows all too well the evil they''re chasing. As they press on against the elements, Joanna fights to hold on to hope, while Isaac knows a reckoning is coming. They find encouragement in the tentative trust that grows between them, but whether it can withstand the danger and coming confrontation is far from certain in this wild, unpredictable land.

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

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Book SynopsisWhy Mummy Drinks meets Bridget Jones. The first in the bestselling comedy series. Juliette is a new mother, but life isn't going the way she'd hoped. She doesn't live in a cottage with roses around the door. She doesn't own a rolling pin. And Daisy's out-of-work actor father still hasn't proposed. While Juliette sobs her way through sleepless nights and nappy changes, Nick drinks Guinness and plays computer games. Meanwhile, his helicopter mother is always on hand to find fault--with Juliette. At least when Nick pops the question, things will look up...won't they? With a supporting cast including Juliette's over-honest mother, potty-mouthed grandmother, militant hippy best friend, and handsome-but-scarred hotel magnate Alex Dalton, the first in Suzy K Quinn's hilarious, bestselling Bad Mother series is a sassy, uplifting, addictive treat.Trade Review`Frank, disarming and hilarious, it's the best women's fiction I have read since the last Marian Keyes and it made me spit more coffee out than Bridget Jones' Diary ever did. I can't wait to read books 2 and 3' - Rachel Read It, 'This book made me laugh so much it became dangerous for a mother of four to continue' - Books In My Hallway

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Book SynopsisA teenage girl finds unexpected sexual freedom on a trip to Amsterdam. A woman trapped at a dinner party comes up against an ugly obsession. The stories in Free Love are about desire, memory, sexual ambiguity and the imagination. In the harsh light of dislocation, the people in them still find connections, words blowing in the street, love in unexpected places. Ali Smith shows how things come together and how they break apart. She disconcerts and affirms with the lightest touch, to make us love and live differently.Trade ReviewA sweetly memorable collection ... A major talent * THE TIMES *A sweetly memorable collection ... A major talent * THE TIMES *Exquisitely delicate, unsentimental observations ... A time for celebration * BERNARD MACLAVERTY *Exquisitely delicate, unsentimental observations ... A time for celebration * BERNARD MACLAVERTY *

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Book SynopsisThe explosive and highly controversial new film of The Crime of Father Amaro is set in Mexico, in a material and religious culture of this century not unlike the provincial Portugal where, as a young man, de Queiros was despatched to train for the consular service. The Crime of Father Amaro is set in Leiria, a provincial cathedral city, in which the hypocrisies of churchmen were not far to seek. Father Amaro, a young man like himself, with a priestly rather than a diplomatic vocation, falls into a relationship with a woman, and their tragic story unfolds with a harsh relentlessness. The situation of women, tightly swaddled in conformities yet fevered in their illusions of romance, much troubled the young author in this and later books

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Book Synopsis''One of the best!'' Julia Quinn, Sunday Times bestselling author of the Bridgerton series An enchanting new novella in the Westcott series from New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh.It''s never too late to fall in love . . . Matilda Westcott has spent her life tending to the needs of her mother, the Dowager Countess of Riverdale, never questioning the web of solitude she has spun herself. To Matilda, who considers herself an aging spinster daughter, marriage is laughable - love is a game for the young, after all. But her quiet, ordered life unravels when a dashing gentleman from her past reappears, threatening to charm his way into her heart yet again.Charles Sawyer, Viscount Dirkson, does not expect to face Matilda Westcott thirty-six years after their failed romance. Moreover, he does not expect decades-old feelings to emerge at the very sight of her.Trade ReviewA Westcott novella that celebrates the second-chance love of a couple in their 50s. Wistful yet hopeful, the story is a needed addition to a genre that usually celebrates the romances of younger protagonists * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisTHE TOP TEN SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Winner of the RNA Romantic Comedy Novel of the Year award ''A life-affirming story full of joy and hope'' CATHY BRAMLEY ''A sun-filled, fun-filled wonderful escapist adventure'' MILLY JOHNSON When does time out become the time of your life? Jodie Jackson is all at sea, in every sense. On a ferry bound for the Isle of Wight, she''s leaving her London life, her career, and her husband behind. She''d like a chance to turn back the clocks, but she''ll settle for some peace and quiet on her brother Bill''s beautifully renovated houseboat, Sunny Days. But from the moment Jodie steps aboard her new home, it''s clear she''ll struggle to keep herself to herself. If it isn''t Marilyn, who cleans for Bill and is under strict instructions to look after Jodie, then it''s Ned, the noisy sculptor on the next-door houseboat. Ned''s wood carving is hard on the Trade ReviewSparkling . . . light-hearted, laugh-packed fun * Sunday Mirror *If you love romance, quirky humour and animals you can't do better than to sink into Happiness for Beginners. -- Katie FfordeA bright and breezy summer story, the next best thing to a seaside trip * Sunday Mirror *Fun, fantastic and brimming with Matthews magic... from the first to the last page - an absolute joy -- Milly JohnsonThis is a wonderful summer read ... The houseboat may be moored, but still it takes the reader on a strong emotional trip with tears, laughter, fun and friendship along the way. * My Weekly *An irresistibly warmhearted story with a cast of captivating characters, both animal and human -- Trisha AshleyWarm, witty and hopeful - I was charmed -- Sarah MorganI laughed and cried and marvelled * Cathy Bramley on Paper Hearts and Summer Kisses *Happiness For Beginners once again confirms Carole Matthews as the queen of funny, feel good fiction. Put your feet up, and switch off your phone because you're in for a real treat. -- Mike GayleWitty, funny and incredibly touching . . . perfect for lifting the spirits * Heat *Heartwarming story of new beginnings. * Candis *As ever from this author, a lively story that fizzes with fun * Best *Full of quirky characters and often laugh-out loud funny, it's a delightful read. * Choice *Delightful and humorous... as joyful as its cover * Woman's Weekly *Another lovely tale from bestselling writer Carole Matthews * Hello! *

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

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Book SynopsisAnthony Hope's swashbuckling romance transports his English gentleman hero, Rudolf Rassendyll, from a comfortable life in London to fast-moving adventures in Ruritania, a mythical land steeped in political intrigue. The Prisoner of Zenda has been deservedly popular as a classic of romance and adventure since its publication in 1894.Trade ReviewA hugely enjoyable rip-roaring adventure of chivalry and romance. * The New European *Table of ContentsIntroduction Note on the Text Select Bibliography A Chronology of Anthony Hope The Prisoner of Zenda Explanatory Notes

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Book Synopsis"Sense and Sensibility" is famously characterised as the story of two Dashwood sisters who embody the conflict between the oppressive nature of 'civilised' society and the human desire for romantic passion. However, there is far more to this story of two daughters made homeless by the death of their father. Elinor, 19, and Marianne, 17, initially project the opposing roles with Elinor cautious and unassuming about romantic matters, while Marianne is wild and passionate when she falls hopelessly in love with the libertine Mr Willoughby. But the lessons in love and life see the two characters develop and change with sense and sensibility needing to be compromised as a matter of survival.Written when Austen was just nineteen, this story has been read as a biographical reflection of her relationship with her own sister Cassandra, with the younger Jane being the victim of 'sensibility.' However, the novel is far more than a simple case of passion versus manners, and depicts the romantic complications of two women made highly vulnerable by the loss of their father and estate. With a raw and intense quality Austen creates a romantic masterpiece on the backdrop of a fragile social context.Trade Review"As a creative realist, giving to her characters the very body and pressure of actual life, no writer, living or dead, has surpassed her." - John Cowper Powys - "The technique of [Jane Austen's novels] is beyond praise... Her mastery of the art she chose, or that chose her, is complete." --Elizabeth Bowen - "The wit of Jane Austen has for partner the perfection of her taste." --Virginia Woolf

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Book SynopsisFrom the writer of Netflix sensation, A Christmas Prince, comes a heart-warming new holiday story showing that sometimes the detour in your journey is the path to true love... This year, Emmie can''t wait to share her favourite Christmas traditions with her boyfriend, Grant. So when his hectic work schedule has him more ''bah humbug'' than ''ho, ho, ho,'' Emmie creates a holiday-themed scavenger hunt to help him find his festive spirit. But Emmie''s plan for a romantic mountaintop rendezvous backfires when a mix-up has the wrong guy showing up at Christmas Point. Sam, a bestselling mystery writer, thinks Emmie''s clever clues are from his agent, to help him get over his epic writer''s block. When the two come face-to-face, Emmie sees Sam only as the wrong guy, but Sam, intrigued by Emmie, decides to stay, hoping the small, enchanting town will help inspire a new book idea.When Grant keeps getting delayed by work, he tells Emmie to start doing thTrade ReviewSchaler's smart, appealing protagonists will keep readers turning the pages, and the plotting is pitch-perfect, leading to an inevitable but charming happily-ever-after. Sweet as a Hallmark Channel movie, but never saccharine, this innocent tale will satisfy fans of both romance and Christmas * Publishers Weekly *

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