Romance Books

Book SynopsisWatch out for karaoke mishaps that result in a fake engagementbecause weddings are foreverWhen librarian Cecily Jane Allerton and hotshot struggling author Nate Ellis are caught in a compromising position during their MFA program, they decide to get married to keep the haters from destroying their careers. To the horror of Cecily''s family, which is a big fan of big white weddings, they elope to City Hall. Now they''re back on Block Island, pretending to be a real married couple, and finding that however fake the relationship may be, the mutual attraction is all too real. With Cecily vying for a literary award, Nate striving to get past his writer''s block, and plans to annul the marriage after the MFA program ends, what could possibly go wrong?Praise for The Book Proposal:A wonderfully real main character and a sparkling new voice. Every page is a rom-com lover''s delight. Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund-Broka, authors of Do I Know Yo

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Book SynopsisSophie Lark is the USA Today bestselling author of Brutal Prince and the Sinners Duet. She lives in Southern California with her husband and three children. Her favorite authors are Emily Henry and Freida McFadden, and she looks forward to Halloween every year.

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time I was a girl who believed in love and happily ever afters. Now the only thing I believe in is revenge. Unfortunately for me, there's only one man willing to help me. Hook. I should have known it wouldn't be out of the goodness of his heart. He doesn't have one. No, Hook wants his ring on my finger and me on my knees before himand he won't take no for an answer. I'm willing to pay any price in order to bring our mutual enemy downeven if it means I lose my soul in the bargain. For all tropes, tags, and CWs, please check the author's website. Rich bonus features include: Gorgeous b&w interior artAuthor annotationsAdditional scenesA spicy kink inventoryAnd more!Wicked Villains:Desperate MeasuresLearn My LessonA Worthy OpponentThe BeastThe Sea WitchQueen Takes Rose

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the USA Today bestselling Priest and New Camelot series comes the third in a high-heat, gothic, dark academia fairy tale full of lantern-lit rituals, foggy moors, and obsessions that last for a lifetime. The genius and the sunshine girl. As children, they fought bitterly and often, bickering every chance they got. But then they grew up. Then they came back. Delphine Dansey carries her heart on the outside of her body; she's looking for love and chasing dreams. She's spoiled and selfish, the kind of beautiful that's made for money and fame. But somehow she's ended up in Rebecca Quartey's keeping: a pretty submissive she can't seem to resist, a lover who obsesses and tempts her. Rebecca thought she'd locked her heart away a long time ago, along with all her other weaknesses. But some doors won't stay closed, no matter how hard she fights to keep them shut. Delphine unravels her, just like their friends are unraveling, just like Thornchapel itself is unravelin

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Book SynopsisWelcome back to the quirky, romantic small town of Blue Moon Bend: home to this enticing romantic comedy series from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Things We Never Got Over and the fan-favourite Riley Thorn books. ***A sexy and adorable romantic comedy between a steadfast LA girl turned small-town sweetheart and the bad boy photographer who's nothing but trouble...until he isn't. "He's the kind of man who would talk you into dropping your panties in a coat closet at a party, dole out orgasms like after-dinner mints, and then never call you again."Photographer Nikolai Vulkov is a love 'em and leave 'em bad boy with a leather jacket, motorcycle, and sexy-as-sin grin. He is not Emma Merrill's type. The feisty brewery manager isn't impressed by Niko's charm or his "no strings attached" offer. She's the kind of girl a man settles down with. And the small town of Blue Moon is where she and her sisters have decided to put down roots. In Niko's experience, relationships only lead to heartache. Besides, he's only in town until he finds a way to get his creative mojo back. He and Emma are completely wrong for each other. Even the matchmaking Beautification Committee agrees. They should definitely stay in the friend zone. Okay. So maybe they gave in to their attraction that one time. Fine. Five times. Who's counting? But once Emma's ex-boyfriend shows up in town, she'll come to her senses, and Niko will go back to New York. Right?Lucy Score brings to life the "nosiest small town in upstate New York" in this charming and compelling romantic comedy the fourth in a series of romcom romps through the small but lively town of Blue Moon Bend. TropesOpposites AttractRomantic ComedySmall TownBad Boy RomanceContemporary RomanceThe Blue Moon Series:No More SecretsFall into TemptationThe Last Second ChanceNot Part of the PlanHolding on to ChaosThe Fine Art of Faking ItWhere It All BeganThe Mistletoe Kisser

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Book Synopsis*** THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR *** When are the boundaries of friendship pushed too far, and when is it time to stop flying over oceans for someone who wouldn't jump over a puddle for you? There comes a time when Hilary Hammond has to make that call. Hilary and Colette O'Mahony have been friends since childhood. But when irrepressible Jonathan Harpur breezes into Hilary's life and goes into business with her, Colette is not best pleased. After their first encounter, Colette thinks he's a 'pushy upstart' while he thinks she's 'a snobby little diva'. And so the battle lines are drawn, and Hilary is bang in the middle. But as the years roll by and each of them is faced with difficult times and tough decisions, one thing is clear...to have a friend you must be a friend. And that's when Hilary discovers that sometimes your best friend can be your greatest enemy....Warmth, wisdom and love on every page - if you treasured Maeve

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Book Synopsis'Fabulous' Lesley PearseThe Liberation is set in Italy in 1945 as British and American troops attempt to bring order to the devastated country and Italy’s population fights to survive. Caterina Lombardi is desperate – her father is dead, her mother has disappeared and her brother is being drawn towards danger. One morning, among the ruins of the bombed Naples streets, Caterina is forced to go to extreme lengths to protect her own life and in doing so forges a future in which she must clear her father's name. An Allied Army officer accuses him of treason and Caterina discovers a plot against her family. Who can she trust and who is the real enemy now? And will the secrets of the past be her downfall? This epic novel is an unforgettably powerful story of love, loss and the long shadow of war.

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Book Synopsis'A compelling read with a dramatic sense of place and a caring community at its heart' Heidi Swain, bestselling author of A Taste of Home‘A wonderfully wise and beautifully written story about finding the courage to start over … I loved it!’ Isabelle BroomA remote yet beautiful village. A tiny kitchen lunch club. The perfect place to start again.   Anna moves to Crovie, a tiny fishing village on the Moray Firth, for a fresh start. But when she arrives, she realises her new home is really no more than a shed, and the village itself sits beneath a cliff right on the edge of the sea, in constant danger of storms and landslides. Has she made a terrible mistake? Yet as she begins to learn about the Scottish coast and its people, something she thought she’d lost reawakens in her. She rediscovers her love of cooking, and turns her kitchen into a pop-up lunch club. But not all Trade Review'A compelling read with a dramatic sense of place and a caring community at its heart' -- Heidi Swain, author of A Taste of Home‘A gorgeously remote and romantic great escape, brimming with foodie passion, friendship and heart’ -- Laura Kemp, author of A Year of Surprising Acts of Kindness'A magical story set in Scotland...An inspiring book of second chances' * Woman's Own *'A story to make you long to visit our glorious coastlines' * Prima *'With a romance that gently simmers, a plot that flows as fast as the North Sea tides, and some gentle reminders of the need to protect our oceans, The House Beneath the Cliffs provides the perfect holiday getaway' * Lancashire Post *'Thrilling & romantic' * The People's Friend *‘An inspiring book of second chances' * Woman *'Packed full of warmth' * Cumbria Life *

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Book Synopsis''Rich, warm and sunny. A story that stays with you long after the last page is turned'' Milly JohnsonCould the lemon groves of Sicily be the perfect place to start over? The irresistible new novel from Jo Thomas, the author of Sunset Over the Cherry Orchard, will transport you to the island of mountains and sparkling blue seas. When life hands you lemons ... is it ever too late for a second chance?Zelda''s impulsive nature has got her precisely nowhere up until now. A fresh start in a beautiful hilltop town in Sicily looking for new residents, together with her best friend Lennie, could be just what she needs. And who better to settle down with than the person who knows her best?But the sun-filled skies and sparkling seas can''t hide the shadow hanging over Citta d''Ora, which means not everyone is pleased to see their arrival. The dreams Zelda and her fellow new residents had of setting up a new life might be slippTrade ReviewA perfect light holiday read, evoking Italian sunshine, lemon groves and romance. * Woman's Own *I absolutely adored it. Zelda is such a captivating and inspiring heroine, and I love the way that Jo's writing combines such gorgeous escapism with pure emotional honesty -- Daisy BuchananThis is a joyful romp of a story. It's funny and romantic, and Zelda is just the kind of heroine we can all empathise with . . .you'll feel the heat of the Italian sun, smell the lemons growing on the trees and taste the limoncello. * My Weekly *Escape to sunny Sicily with this relaxing read. * Yours magazine *A transporting read. * Woman *Warm, funny, romantic with a terrific sense of place. I loved it! -- Katie FfordeSuch perfect escapism - all the joy of a hot summer holiday without the hassle of having to wear sun cream! -- Jill MansellWhat a gorgeous book! Reading it felt like the best kind of holiday! -- Lucy DiamondRich, warm and sunny. A story that stays with you long after the last page is turned -- Milly JohnsonSheer rom-com brilliance! * Heat *Romantic and funny, this is a great addition to any bookshelf * Sun *Perfect escapism * Marie Claire *Irresistibly romantic and utterly gorgeous -- Miranda DickinsonPerfect escapist magic * Good Housekeeping *This story of second chances is warming and real. * Magic Book Club *

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Book Synopsis''Perfect, feel-good fiction'' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersIf you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you''ll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance! Jill''s books are guaranteed to make you smile:''You can''t go wrong with a Jill Shalvis book'' 5* reader review''A heartwarming read with all the feels'' 5* reader review''Another winner... I cannot wait for more'' 5* reader review''A riveting and comforting romance'' 5* reader reviewAfter a lifetime on the move, Ivy Snow is an expert in all things temporary. Now that she owns a successful taco truck in San Francisco and an apartment to call home, Ivy''s reinvented life is on solid ground. She''s guarded against anything that can rock it - like the realities of her past and a man like Kel Trade ReviewIf you're picking up a Jill Shalvis book, you're in for a treatMy go-to read for humour and heartWill make you laugh and fall in love

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Book SynopsisThe classic story of post-war English life, from the author of A City of Bells and Green Dolphin Country.Trade Reviewa charming and appealing story of the disentanglement of tangled lives. - Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Family Next Door comes a new domestic page-turner about that trickiest of relationships and what happens when it all goes wrong**PREORDER THE GOOD SISTER NOW**''Fiction at its finest'' Liane Moriarty, Number One bestselling author ''Perfect for fans of BIG LITTLE LIES'' - Library Journal She has never approved of you. But it''s when her body is found the secrets really start to come out ...From the moment Lucy met her husband''s mother, Diana, she was kept at arm''s length. Diana was exquisitely polite, and perfectly friendly, but Lucy knew that she was not what Diana envisioned. Even so, Lucy wanted so much to please her new mother-in-law. That was five years ago.Now, Diana has been found dead, a suicide note near her body. Diana claims that she no longer wanted to live because Trade ReviewClever, chilling and beautifully crafted -- Adele Parks, bestselling author of * I Invited Her In *I totally loved the book. The characters are so beautifully drawn and it was an emotional read, but I couldn't put it down -- Heidi Parks, bestselling author of * Now You See Her *It's not often that such a gripping page-turner can be so moving -- Sarah Naughton, bestselling author of * The Other Couple *The Mother-in-Law was absolutely wonderful! A real slow burn domestic mystery, which had me turning the pages faster and faster the deeper I delved into the story! Throughout the second half you couldn't tear me away from it and every new twist and turn was a slap to the face! Cleverly plotted and completely compelling -- Nicola Moriarty, author of * The Fifth letter *I read a lot of psychological suspense, and I can honestly say, this is one of my favourites. What I loved about it was its humanity and believablity. Sally demonstrates that you don't need outlandish situations and monstrous characters to write a thoroughly engrossing, suspenseful thriller, and her writing feels so effortless. I hope it does very well -- Emma Curtis, bestselling author of * One Little Mistake *Praise for Sally Hepworth * - *Women's fiction at its finest -- Liane Moriarty, Number One bestselling author of * Big Little Lies *Reminds us of Big Little Lies and is just as gripping * Good Housekeeping *A compelling read that touches on important themes, not least the different forms that love may take -- Number One bestselling author of * The Rosie Project *

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Book SynopsisConnie’s unhappy marriage to Clifford Chatterley is one scarred by mutual frustration and alienation. Crippled from wartime action, Clifford is confined to a wheelchair, while Connie’s solitary, sterile existence is contained within the narrow parameters of the Chatterley ancestral home, Wragby. She seizes her chance at happiness and freedom when she embarks on a passionate affair with the estate’s gamekeeper, Mellors, discovering a world of sexual opportunity and pleasure she’d thought lost to her. The explosive passion of Connie and Mellors’ relationship – and the searing candour with which it is described – marked a watershed in twentieth-century fiction, garnering Lady Chatterley’s Lover a wide and enduring readership and lasting notoriety. The text is taken from the privately published Author’s Unabridged Popular Edition of 1930, the last to be supervised in D. H. Lawrence’s lifetime. It also includes his witty essay, My Skirmish with Jolly Roger, describing the pirating of this infamous novel. This Macmillan Collector’s Library edition of Lady Chatterley’s Lover features an afterword by editor and publisher, Anna South.Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover.

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Book SynopsisSet on the wild moors of West Yorkshire, The Girl from the Tanner's Yard by Diane Allen is a moving family drama about a girl who rises to prosperity from humble beginnings.After facing the horrors of the Crimean War, Adam Brooksbank returns to Black Moss Farm filled with regret over the path in life he has chosen. Starting anew, he decides to focus on rebuilding his family’s rundown farm and make it a home again.Lucy Bancroft lives with her parents on Prospect Terrace which backs onto the local tannery, and is the most beautiful girl in the village. But unfortunately her wealth doesn’t match her looks, and she soon realizes that nobody wants to court a girl from the filthy Flay Pits, let alone marry her.Yet when Lucy comes to work for Adam as his maid she finds herself falling in love with the farm set high upon the wild Moors of Haworth. Furthermore she begins to imagine a life with her new employer that goes beyond just being his maid. As they spend more time together, their feelings develop for one another despite her parents warning her nothing good will come of it. As rumours swirl around the village igniting jealousies and unearthing deeply buried secrets, will love find a way?Trade ReviewAn enthralling tale packed with emotion, drama and the harsh realities of life in nineteenth-century northern England * Lancashire Post *If you are a lover of historical sagas and the sweep of the northern hills and their romance, then this novel is definitely for you * Historical Novel Society *

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Book Synopsis‘Barbara Pym is one of my most favourite novelists. Few other writers have given me more laughter and more pleasure’ Jilly CooperBetween the amorous antique dealer Humphrey and his good-looking nephew James glides the magnificent Leonora, delicate as porcelain, cool as ice. Can she keep James in her thrall? Or will he be taken from her by a lover, like Phoebe . . . or Ned, the wicked American?‘I'm a huge fan of Barbara Pym’ Richard Osman‘Faultless’ The Guardian‘Her characters are all meticulously impaled on the delicate pins of a wit that is as scrupulous as it is deadly’ The Observer‘A coldly funny book’ The Sunday Telegraph‘Highly distinctive . . . The critics who have recently insisted on Miss Pym’s too long neglected gifts have not been wrong’ Financial TimesTrade ReviewThe most underrated novelist of the century . . . The subtlest of her books — the sparkle on first acquaintance has been succeeded by the deeper brilliance of established art -- Philip Larkin[Pym] makes me smile, laugh out loud, consider my own foibles and fantasies and, above all, suffer real regret when I reach the final page. Of how many authors can you honestly say that? -- Mavis CheekA splendid, humorous writer -- John BetjemanBarbara Pym has a sharp eye for the exact nuances of social behaviour * The Times *The wit and style of a twentieth-century Jane Austen * Harpers & Queen *Barbara Pym's unpretentious, subtle, accomplished novels are for me the finest examples of high comedy to have appeared in England during the past seventy-five years . . . Spectacular * The Sunday Times *Very funny and keenly observant of the ridiculous as well as the pathetic in humanity * Financial Times *Beneath the gentle surfaces of [Pym's] novels is a slow-building comedy, salt wit in a saline drip . . . Her work offers the reassurance that we are all as bad and as good, as prickly and as resilient, as any Evensong attendee. It is a useful gratification in grating times * The New York Times *

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Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR BOOKTOK AUTHOR OF THE YEARBridesmaids meets The Hangover in Hitched, the laugh-out-loud rom-com of the year!What happens in Vegas . . . doesn’t always stay there.Kate is the ultimate planner. She has her happily-ever-after all plotted out, starting with her dream wedding to successful dental surgeon, Norman, and an iconic Las Vegas hen party with her three best girlfriends. Even running into her DJ ex, Trevor Rush, the man who broke her heart nine years ago, won’t ruin Kate’s vision for the perfect girls’ trip.But when an alcohol-fuelled night out leaves Kate and Trevor accidentally hitched, her plans are officially out the window. To make matters worse, Trevor has decided he wants Kate back, and won’t sign the annulment papers until she agrees to go on three last dates with him.With her fairy tale wedding just days away, Kate is determined to fight her grow

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Book SynopsisLose yourself to the mystery and romance of Susan Stokes-Chapman's no.1 bestselling novel, which brings Greek myth to Georgian London. 'A gripping narrative in which secrets from the past are slowly and ingeniously revealed' Sunday Times'Romantic, suspenseful and beautifully written... a glorious treat' Daily MailSome doors are kept locked for a reason...London, 1799. Dora Blake lives with her uncle in what used to be her parents' famed shop of antiquities.When a mysterious Greek vase is delivered, Dora is intrigued by her uncle's suspicious behaviour and enlists the help of Edward Lawrence, a young antiquarian scholar. For Edward, the ancient vase is the key to unlocking his professional future. For Dora, it's a chance to restore the shop to its former glory, and to escape her nefarious uncle.But what Edward discovers about the vase has Dora questioning everything she has believed about her life, her family, and the world as she knows it...'Weaves together Ancient Greek myth with suspenseful mystery and beguiling romance...utterly irresistible' Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne'An immersive, evocative story full of romance and intrigue' Red*SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOLDSBORO GLASS BELL AWARD, 2023*Readers love Pandora:'So addictive... the perfect mix of historical fiction, mystery, fantasy and romance''Wonderfully atmospheric''A beautifully written piece of historical fiction''Crackles with danger and mystery... a joy to read''An utterly magical book full of secrets, love and hope''Beautifully written, gripping and evocative'*Susan Stokes-Chapman's new novel THE SHADOW KEY is available for pre-order now. Delve into the mysteries that haunt an isolated village in Georgian Wales. Out in April 2024.*Trade ReviewRomantic, suspenseful and beautifully written, this is a glorious treat -- Eithne Farry * Daily Mail *A richly textured and elegantly written first novel -- Christina Hardyment * The Times *This glorious debut is alive with the sights, sounds and smells of Georgian London as a daring duo delve into the secrets of an ancient Greek vase...wonderfully immersive...Lush, lyrical and pacy, this a brilliantly escapist read. * Daily Express *Pandora weaves together Ancient Greek myth with suspenseful mystery and beguiling romance, set against the brilliantly rendered background of Georgian London. This novel is lush, evocative and utterly irresistible. Susan Stokes-Chapman's prose is exquisite and the story effortlessly intriguing. This is an absolute treasure trove of a book. Perfect for fans of Laura Purcell and Elizabeth Macneal. -- Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author of AriadneThis is an immersive, evocative story full of romance and intrigue * Red *

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Book Synopsis'A wholly delightful novel' Allan Massie, Scotsman'An excellent homage to The Glasgow Girls... both heart-breaking and hopeful' - Amy Jefferies, Scots MagazineLily Crawford and Jeanie Taylor, from very different backgrounds, are firm friends from their childhoods in Kirkcudbright. They share their ambitions for their futures, Lily to be an artist, Jeanie to be a dancer.The two women's eventful lives are intertwined. In the years before the First World War, the girls lose touch when Jeanie runs away from home and joins a dance company, while Lily attends The Mack, Glasgow's famous school of art designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. A chance meeting reunites them and together they discover a Glasgow at the height of its wealth and power as the Second City of the Empire - and a city of poverty and overcrowding. Separated once again after the war, Lily and Jeanie find themselves on opposite sides of the world. Lily follows her husband to Shanghai while Jeanie's dance career brings her international fame. But the glamour and dissolution of 1920s Shanghai finally lead Lily into peril. Her only hope of survival lies with her old friend Jeanie, as the two women turn to desperate measures to free Lily from danger.Inspired by the eventful and colourful lives of the pioneering women artists The Glasgow Girls, particularly that of Eleanor Allen Moore, Daisy Chain is a story of independence, women's art, resilience and female friendship, set against the turbulent background of the early years of the 20th century.Trade ReviewEvocative and highly readable * The Herald *Evocative and intelligent. A wholly delightful novel [that] celebrates friendship, love, kindness and devotion to creative work. * The Scotsman *An excellent homage to The Glasgow Girls... a very readable novel - both heart-breaking and hopeful. -- Amy Jefferies * Scots Magazine *Daisy Chain is a novel George Eliot, Jane Austen or the Bronte sisters would have penned had they been born in 20th century Glasgow, brought up listening to the Bay City Rollers, and The Clash... the award-winning author takes readers on a dark, mysterious, and cruel journey at times, with an unexpected twisted narrative. * Shine *A thrilling, twisting adventure about female friendship, independence and the determination to fulfil ambitions. * Sunday Mail *

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Book SynopsisWhen her loving but strict parents pass away, twenty-one-year-old Megan is left penniless and alone. However, for the first time in her life, she finally has the freedom to explore who she really is.She begins to come out of her shell, trying daring new things such as wearing makeup, buying modern clothes and going out dancing. Soon, she starts stepping out with a solid, dependable local man. And when she is taken under the wing of the wealthy Celia Bevington, she discovers that there is so much more to life than working as a paintress in the local pottery factory. But as she gets to know Nathan, a dashing American visitor, she starts to question whether she should be wanting more from life. On top of that, a mysterious silver hairbrush left to her by her late mother is about to lead to revelations that will turn her world upside down . . . When the chance comes to fulfil her every hope, will she find the courage to follow her heart? Readers are already being swept away by A DAUGHTER'S HOPE:'The story will tug at your heartstrings . . . a page turner. Read it!''Margaret has a gift of captivating her readers' and holding their attention. Beautifully told with humour and sadness in equal measure. A brilliant read!''Beautifully written and captivating, I can highly recommend.''This is a beautifully told tale and there's a great feeling of time and place. Margaret Kaine has that storyteller's gift of grabbing the reader's attention and holding on.' 'Margaret Kaine writes with supreme skill. Thank you for a wonderful story, Margaret.''I couldn't put it down and didn't want it to end'A Daughter's Hope was previously published as Song for a ButterflyTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR MARGARET KAINEIt's an absorbing read, so well crafted that your heart will beat just a little faster as you're drawn into the riveting battle between heartbreak and hope * Daily Record *If your heart doesn't bear a little faster whilst reading this, regardless of whether romantic novels are your thing or not, then you just couldn't be human * Irish World *A touching and genuinely moving novel with a cast of brilliant characters * Maureen Lee, RNA award-winning author of Dancing in the Dark *A sensitive and well crafted portrayal of a young, unmarried girl . . . How true to life it seemed * Historical Novels Association *

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Book Synopsis*Dive into this summer's most dazzling romance from the queen of heartbreaking love stories*From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Memory Book, an unforgettable, beautiful novel about what it means to live to the fullest and to love forever, for fans of The Time Traveler's Wife, Me Before You and Outlander.'A time-travelling delight' Eve Chase'A delightful dream of a book' Lisa Jewell'An incredible story of love and hope' Katie Fforde'Gloriously romantic and deeply moving' Lucy Diamond'A book you will carry with you long after the last page' Milly Johnson'Up there alongside The Time Traveler's Wife' Carole MatthewsHe's running out of time.Ben Church has never done anything extraordinary in his life - until now. Now, he needs to fulfil as many of his dreams as possible while he still can.Time is all she has.Vita Ambrose's life of parties and fabulous clothes looks wildly glamorous but in reality it has no meaning. She's seen too much, lived too much and lost too much.Together, can they make time stand still? Ben and Vita's connection is immediate, spontaneous and passionate. But the clock is ticking. Can they find a way to make their love live forever? Because every moment matters when it might be your last . . .'Have your hankie ready' WOMANTrade ReviewA time-travelling delight of a novel, beautifully written, with a huge heart. -- Eve ChaseAn incredible story of love and hope -- Katie FfordeA delightful dream of a book -- Lisa JewellA wonderful read . . . Beautifully written, it is both emotional and utterly captivating. Next time I visit an art exhibition I shall be taking a lot more notice of the other attendees! -- Jill MansellSensitively told and beautifully written, FROM NOW UNTIL FOREVER is an exceptional read, a powerful punch of a book that you will carry with you long after the last page. -- Milly JohnsonUp there alongside The Time Traveler's Wife. Excellent. -- Carole MatthewsThis cIever romance is mind-blowingly good. * Fabulous *Rich in historical detail and sprinkled with magic, this love story is both touching and unique * Heat *An incredibly moving read * Closer *Gloriously romantic and deeply moving, this is a centuries-spanning story of love and hope that dazzles with its ambition and originality. -- Lucy DiamondCaptivating, compelling and completely unforgettable, Ben and Vita's love story made me believe the impossible might not be so far out of reach . . . -- Julietta HendersonA stunning book about the deathless power of love and art, and what it takes to be truly alive. -- Julie CohenA fabulous, heart-breaking, uplifting love story . . . An absolute gem of an era-spanning romance that just goes to show time might not always be on our side, but love always wins out. -- David BarnettLife-affirming and joyful, Coleman has created a seductive world where humanity a blessing -- Sara SheridanRowan Coleman is the queen of heart-breaking love stories and she's outdone herself with this gorgeous, epic novel which plunges you into the complex and mysterious lives of Vita and Ben. From Now Until Forever deserves to be read over and over - once to appreciate the compelling love story, and again to savour the deep understanding of humanity and time the author shows. -- Eva CarterThis beautiful book is about time, magic and love - so make the time because it's magic and you'll love it. -- Louise BeechA beautiful read * That's Life Magazine *Dazzling, captivating and captures the healing power of love * S Magazine *An incredibly moving story * Bella Magazine *Have your hanky ready * Woman & Home *

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Book SynopsisA witty, glittering rom-com about finding the courage to face your past and learning what it truly means to return home, perfect for fans of the Hallmark channel (but queer and Jewish!), Jenny Bayliss, and Alexandra Bellefleur.

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of Waiting for Spring comes a new college romance that meditates on just what destiny means, and whether the one is really out there. A fresh and stylish spin on shojo manga!Yuki is a 20-year-old college sophomore who has wished for one thing since moving to Tokyo: to find her soulmate. Growing a bit desperate after a long drought, she goes along with a friend to a club for the first time. Her friend thrives, but it''s chaotic and loud...just not Yuki''s scene. Just when Yuki begins to despair that she''ll ever find a real, adult relationship, she meets Iori, a man with bleached hair and a slightly scary demeanor...but first impressions don''t always tell the whole story. Could destiny still have more cards to play?

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Book SynopsisThree very different sisters discover that life doesn''t always turn out as one would expect in this powerful romantic drama.Heart''s Ease is the loveliest house anyone knows and home to the fortunate Blyth family. Siblings Felicity, Charity, Honor and Bruno enjoy a blissfully happy childhood there before life pulls them in very different directions. Beautiful Felicity gains her handsome husband, delightful children and elegant London house, but all is far from perfect ... Charity, the clever one, lives for her work, with no time for emotional involvement, until the least romantic of meetings rocks her world. Sweet, homely Honor is devoted entirely to others, but dreams of a life of her own ... And Bruno, the indulged baby of the family, flies the nest only to find that independence may be tough ... The sanctuary of a beloved childhood home can''t last forever. But the legacy of Heart''s Ease lives on in the Blyth family''s grown-up fulfillment and happiness.

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Book SynopsisJuliette and Alex are finally getting hitched, which should be joyous news. But Juliette is now entering `blended family' territory: Alex will be Daisy's stepfather - and Daisy's real father is not happy about it. Yes, after messing up Juliette's family the first time round, Nick is still trying to elbow his way back into her life, doing everything he can to stop her being with Alex. And Alex's family are hardly rolling out the red carpet. To them, their new daughter-in-law is a slattern with a Jaffa Cake addiction. But Christmas is the thing that will bring them all together. And Juliette is determined that this Christmas will be a wonderfully happy family affair. Determined. Now where did she put that Jaffa Cake? The fourth in Suzy K Quinn's bestselling Bad Mother series is a sparkly, shiny Christmas romantic comedy for mothers, and the perfect Yuletide treat.

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Book SynopsisAll our favourite characters from Cockleberry Bay are back, including Hot, Rosa Smith's adorable dachshund, and his new-born puppies. Now successfully running the Cockleberry Cafe and wishing to start a family herself, Rosa feels the time is right to let her inherited corner shop go. However, her benefactor left one important legal proviso: that the shop cannot be sold, only passed on to somebody who really deserves it. Rosa is torn. How can she make such a huge decision? And will it be the right one? Once the news gets out, untrustworthy newcomers appear in the Bay, their motives uncertain. With the revelation of more secrets from Rosa's family heritage, a new series of unpredictable and life-changing events begins to unfold. The Gift of Cockleberry Bay concludes this phenomenally successful series in typically brisk and bolshy style and will delight Rosa's many thousands of fans.

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Book Synopsis'A joyride with a potent dose of wry social commentary' New York Times 'I never miss one of Elinor Lipman's funny, delightful novels' Judy Blume Jane Morgan is a valued member of her law firm - or was, until a prudish neighbour, binoculars poised, observes her having sex on the roof of her Manhattan apartment building. Police are summoned, and a judge sentences her to six months of home confinement. With Jane now jobless and rootless, trapped at home, life looks bleak. Yes, her twin sister provides support and advice, but mostly of the unwelcome kind. So when a doorman lets slip that Jane isn't the only resident of her building wearing an ankle monitor, she strikes up a friendship with fellow white-collar felon Perry Salisbury. As she tries to adapt to her new circumstances, she discovers she hasn't heard the end of that nosy neighbour - whose past isn't as decorous as her snitching would suggest. Why are police knocking on Jane's door again? Might her house arrest have a silver lining? Can two wrongs make a right?Trade Review'Charm and clever high jinks with a potent dose of wry social commentary. It's not every day that a reader gets to root for an unrepentant middle-aged woman. Lipman makes this envelope-pushing feel like a joyride - but don't be fooled by all the fun. Barriers are being broken. That a scandalous woman's happy ending feels so inevitable turns out to be its own triumph - as much a clap back to sexism as a celebration of guiltless pleasure' New York Times; 'I never miss one of Elinor Lipman's funny, delightful novels' Judy Blume author of Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, Deenie, and Blubber; 'I love the wit, lightness of touch, dry, wry humour and optimism of Elinor Lipman's writing' Marian Keyes author of Watermelon, Lucy Sullivan Is Getting Married, This Charming Man (2008); 'Ms. Demeanor is a complete and utter delight. Of course it is. What Elinor Lipman novel isn't?' Richard Russo, author of Empire Falls and Chances Are...; 'Who knew house arrest could be sexy and fun? Not me, at least not until I read Ms. Demeanor. Written with Elinor Lipman's signature wit and charm, this breezy, engrossing novel tells the story of two people who make the most of their shared confinement' Tom Perrotta author of Election and Little Children; 'Best Lipman work yet! When a neighbour's complaint about consensual al fresco sex turns into house arrest and a suspended legal licence, Jane's recipe for survival involves cooking for another home-arrested tenant (could this be a match made in confinement?) while trying to figure out the whys and hows of her mysterious accuser. Filled with food, family, romance and intrigue, Lipman's novel cooks up a bounty of delights as sparkling as prosecco and as deeply satisfying and delicious as a five-star meal' Caroline Leavitt author of Cruel Beautiful World and With or Without You; 'Lipman, a master chef of literary romantic comedy, cooks up a deliciously entertaining story whose ingredients include wit, sass, sex, and social satire. Ms. Demeanor is Lipman's fourteenth novel and one of her best' Wally Lamb author of She's Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True

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Book SynopsisGoodread's Big Books of Spring 2019 - Romance'Such a fun read... Original and sexy and sensitive.' Roxane Gay, author of Bad Feminist, on The Kiss Quotient__________________From the bestselling author of The Kiss QuotientKhai Diep has no feelings. Well, not big, important emotions - like grief. And love. He thinks he's defective. His family knows better - that his autism means he just processes emotions differently. When he steadfastly refuses to consider a relationship, his mother takes matters into her own hands and returns to Vietnam to find him the perfect bride.As a mixed-race girl living in the slums of Ho Chi Minh City, Esme Tran has always felt out of place. So when the opportunity arises to go to America and meet a potential husband, she can't turn it down. This could be the break her family needs. Seducing Khai, however, doesn't go quite as planned. Esme's lessons in love seem to be working... but only on herself. She's hopelessly smitten with a man who's convinced he can never return her affection.As Esme's time in the United States dwindles, will Khai let his head catch up with his heart? Will he find the strength to let go, and let love in?'Refreshingly real.' Marie Claire on The Bride TestTrade ReviewSmart, honest, and achingly romantic, just as sexy as it is sweet. * Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Daisy Jones and the Six *[Hoang] has truly found her voice - an important, entertaining, skilful voice at that. * Independent Online *I loved loved loved The Kiss Quotient and had high hopes for her second novel... The Bride Test is fun. Hoang is a great storyteller. I loved the characters she created here... The sexy parts were sexy... I highly recommend this book. It's a fun read with substance and great writing. * Roxane Gay *Helen Hoang is a master of building characters that feel relatable. * Christina Lauren, author of Love and Other Words *Hoang's writing bursts from the page. * Buzzfeed *With serious moments offset by spot-on humor, this romance has broad appeal, and it will find a special place in the hearts of autistic people and those who love them. * Publishers Weekly, Starred Review *Such a fun read... Original and sexy and sensitive. * Roxane Gay on The Kiss Quotient *AWESOME. Adorable, sexy, smart. Exactly the book I wanted to read! * Christina Lauren, author of Love and Other Words, on The Kiss Quotient *It's one of the best books I've read in a very long time. It's funny, sad, poignant and impossible to put down. * Christine Feehan, author of Dark Promises, on The Kiss Quotient *I loved it. Hoang's writing has a sharp, quirky, emotional edge that will resonate with anyone who has ever tried to navigate the complicated world of modern relationships. * Jayne Ann Krentz, author of Promise Not to Tell, on The Kiss Quotient *An absolute delight - charming, sexy, and centered on a protagonist you love rooting for... Equal parts endearing and (very) steamy. * Buzzfeed, 30 Best Summer Books, on The Kiss Quotient *

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Book SynopsisAn unforgettable and sweeping interwar love story, from the Costa-shortlisted and bestselling Irish author of Life Sentences'Imaginative, beautifully told... Superb'SPECTATOR'The best book yet by a truly gifted Irish writer'GABRIEL BYRNE, author of Walking with Ghosts1980s Cork. Jack Shine discovers a shoe box full of love letters in his mother's belongings. Rebekah came to Cork alone as a young Jewish refugee from Vienna when the Second World War broke out. She died soon after, and Jack never learned of his father's identity. Why did she keep newspaper clippings about a famous footballer player? Who was 'The Paper Man'?As Jack uncovers his mother's life, he is transported to 1930s Vienna, a bustling city on the brink of war. At the heart of the action is Matthias Sindelar, one of the most famous footballers in the world, known as 'The Paper Man' because of his effortless weave across the pitch. When Sindelar unexpectedly meets Rebekah, both of their lives are changed forever. As war looms, they must accept that their survival will tear them apart.Based on true events, The Paper Man is the story of twentieth-century Europe and love against the odds. It is a story that will take Jack far from Cork and all the way back to Vienna, and towards The Paper Man.Trade ReviewImaginative, beautifully told... Billy O'Callaghan arranges the story superbly * Spectator *As the moving story unspools, O'Callaghan proves himself the most engaging of storytellers * Daily Mail *The Paper Man is Billy O'Callaghan's most ambitious work to date, and it fulfils its ambitions magnificently. Exciting, moving, perceptive and wonderfully entertaining -- John Banville, author of The SeaA beautiful, layered novel about love, football and family. As the world falls apart in its darkest hours, this story tells of a life so bright, it echoes on into the generations: so that even in tragedy, there is always hope -- Elaine Feeney, author of As You WereGorgeous. Billy O'Callaghan writes with such a spirit of warmth about the darkest of subjects -- Sara Baume, author of A Line Made by WalkingBilly O'Callaghan's writing is powerfully emotional and wholly captivating from page one. The Paper Man is the best book yet by a truly gifted Irish writer -- Gabriel Byrne, author of Walking with GhostsHistory’s inherited burden presses firmly on the characters in Billy O’Callaghan’s The Paper Man... O’Callaghan moves his narrative deftly between the Vienna of the Anschluss, rural Austria before the Nazi takeover and early 1980s Ireland * New York Times *

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Book Synopsis'Packed with passion ... a love story full of charm, music and soul-mates ... a classic E L James combo of the sweet and erotic with the perfect ending for romantics. I think it's her best by far!' - Milly Johnson, The Sun_______________The thrilling new romance from E L James, author of the phenomenal #1 bestselling Fifty Shades trilogyLondon, 2019. Life has been easy for Maxim Trevelyan. With his good looks, aristocratic connections, and money, he's never had to work and he's rarely slept alone. But all that changes when tragedy strikes and Maxim inherits his family's noble title, wealth, and estates, and all the responsibility that entails. It's a role he's not prepared for and one that he struggles to face.But his biggest challenge is fighting his desire for an unexpected, enigmatic young woman who's recently arrived in England, possessing little more than a dangerous and troublesome past. Reticent, beautiful, and musically gifted, she's an alluring mystery, and Maxim's longing for her deepens into a passion that he's never experienced and dares not name. Just who is Alessia Demachi? Can Maxim protect her from the malevolence that threatens her? And what will she do when she learns that he's been hiding secrets of his own?From the heart of London through wild, rural Cornwall to the bleak, forbidding beauty of the Balkans, The Mister is a roller-coaster ride of danger and desire that leaves the reader breathless to the very last page.Trade ReviewPacked with passion ... a love story full of charm, music and soul-mates ... a classic E L James combo of the sweet and erotic with the perfect ending for romantics. I think it’s her best by far! -- Milly Johnson * The Sun *E L James does a valiant job of playing up the importance of contraception and consent, and ... the dangers of abusive relationships. * i News *Like Dame Agatha Christie, E L James is smart enough to give her readers what they want ... a rich and powerful man falling for a beautiful but poor woman. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisThe delightful new novel from Jack Sheffield, author of the much-loved Teacher series.York, 1988.Dr Tom Frith is beginning his first term as a tutor at the University of Eboracum. After teaching primary school children for several years, he's sure shaping the minds of young adults will be a welcome change. But that's before considering the pressures he'll face outside the lecture hall, from helping three hapless students who've been surviving exclusively on porridge, to fielding inappropriate propositions from students chasing higher grades.And then there's the particular challenge of Edna Wallop, the Acting Head of Faculty. Edna may have grand plans to overhaul the faculty's finances, but Tom can't help being suspicious of her methods...Meanwhile, Tom meets Inger, an enigmatic Music tutor, and feels an instant spark. One thing's for sure: it's going to be an eventful year on campus, for tutors and students alike!A hilarious, nostalgic and heart-warming novel about the trials and tribulations of life at a fictional Yorkshire university, perfect for fans of James Herriot and Tom Sharpe._Praise for Jack Sheffield:'Wry observation and heartwarming humour in equal measure' - Alan Titchmarsh'Jack Sheffield is certainly top of the class with this heart-warming and feel-good series' - Western Morning News'Reliably entertaining' - Choice

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Book Synopsis**Available for pre-order now**Alice, Kate and Naomi want to keep the magic of Christmas alive in their village of Churchwood but a thief in the area and a new family that shuns the local community are only the first of the problems they face.Naomi is fighting to free herself from Alexander Harrington - the man who married her for her money then kept a secret family behind her back. It could be the start of a whole new life for her, but after years of Alexander controlling - and draining - her finances, two questions remain to be answered: how much of her money is left, and will she be able to achieve the independence she craves?Alice's dreams came true when she married sweetheart Daniel. Now he has returned to the war and Alice misses him terribly, but she is delighted to discover that she's carrying his child. Will she, Daniel and the baby make it through the war unscathed?For Kate, life with her dysfunctional family on Brimbles Farm has never been easy but she now has Land Girls Pearl and Ruby to help, giving her more time for her friends. She's also in love with pilot Leo. But what sort of shadow will be cast over the lives of all at Brimbles Farm when her brother returns from the war with terrible injuries? And why has Leo stopped writing?As ever, the Wartime Bookshop is a source of community and comfort. But disaster is about to strike...Christmas at the Wartime Bookshop is the third novel in the uplifting Wartime Bookshop series, perfect for fans of Donna Douglas and Elaine Everest.**Real readers are LOVING The Wartime Bookshop series**'BRILLIANT''Oh I loved this book... please carry on the good writing''Wow what a brilliant start to a new series''Outstandingly fabulous, warm and inviting... so glad there is going to be a follow-on''I was only two pages in when I knew this would be a 5 star read... I honestly can't put my excitement into words at the thought of reading the next one'Trade ReviewPraise for the Wartime Bookshop series * :- *A cosy winter read if ever there was one... a refreshingly comforting book telling the story of a little village, with some wonderful character developments in the process * Anything Goes Lifestyle Magazine, Book of the Month *A delightful wartime saga about a young girl making a difference in her new village... Beautiful book and I loved it * Rosie Clarke, author of the Mulberry Lane series *If you enjoy wartime dramas such as Home Fires you'll love The Wartime Bookshop * Yours Magazine *Written by Lesley Eames, an author with romance at heart, The Wartime Bookshop is a wholesome novel questioning how friendship can be the answer. Snuggle up and experience her storytelling for yourself * Chat Magazine, Book of the Month *A pleasure to read for anyone who enjoys a good wartime saga * Lizzie Lane, author of The Tobacco Girls *A real cosy novel of women and friendship. I'm looking forward to seeing what this threesome gets up to next * Bishop's Stortford Independent *Heartwarming... an uplifting tale with well-drawn characters * Candis Magazine *A delight from start to finish - the perfect comfort read! * Vicki Beeby, author of The Ops Room Girls series *I could spend hours in the company of Alice, Kate and Naomi who by the end felt like firm friends. The Wartime Bookshop is a must-read for all saga fans * Fiona Ford, author of The Liberty Girls series *

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Book SynopsisShe could lose the perfect life... if she tells the truth. At the school gates in Wimbledon Village, Faiza fits in. It took a few years and a brand new wardrobe, but now the snobbish mothers who mistook her for the nanny treat her as one of their own. But the perfect life costs money. When her husband Tom loses his job, Faiza realises she'll have to reveal her biggest secret: she's spent her family's entire life savings. Unless she doesn't... It only takes a second to lie to Tom. Now Faiza has six weeks to find £75,000 or risk losing the family she has worked so hard to protect. Readers and reviewers are loving Would I Lie to You? 'Warm, intelligent [...] and keeps up the tension right till the end' Sophie Kinsella 'A properly indulgent page turner' Adele Parks, Platinum 'A fresh take on domestic dynamics and moral dilemma... Great for book clubs' Clare Mackintosh 'Convincing and compelling' Stacey Halls 'I couldn't put it down... Tense and funny' Claire Douglas 'I was immediately hooked' Lizzie Damilola Blackburn 'Wise and warm... A page turner' Woman & Home 'A breathtaking, tense ride' Jesse Sutanto 'I just fell into it and couldn't stop' Sarah Pearse 'A refreshing new voice in commercial fiction' Cosmopolitan 'Intelligent and original' Lesley Kara 'So warm, funny, sad and brilliantly written' Laura Marshall 'Not just entertaining, but intelligent and original too [...] and the resourceful Faiza will steal your heart' Lesley Kara 'A warm, funny, compelling, escapist read' Debbie Howells 'Tense, funny, poignant and very clever' Claire DouglasTrade ReviewAn uplifting and joyous read... A refreshing new voice in commercial fiction' * Cosmopolitan *Warm, intelligent [...] and keeps up the tension right till the end -- Sophie KinsellaA fresh take on domestic dynamics and moral dilemma... Great for book clubs -- Clare MackintoshConvincing and compelling -- Stacey HallsA page-turner hinging on financial meltdown * Woman & Home *An engaging, entertaining, smart, and ultimately feel-good novel with huge emotional integrity and balance * LoveReading *Compelling and heartwarming * Happiful Magazine *A brilliant read * Bella Magazine *This book acknowledges moral dilemmas with wit and warmth * Woman's Weekly *This warm-hearted, funny debut is an indulgent page-turner... A gripping, unexpected thriller -- Adele Parks, The Sun[A] dazzling debut * My Weekly *This is warm and genuinely funny, opening as Faiza tries to get out of a 'Botox party' she can't afford, and following her desperate attempts to keep her spending secret. Loved it * The Bookseller *A warm, insightful tale of family, friendship and fitting in * People's Friend *I just loved this... I read this almost in one sitting and I absolutely adored it * Annabel & Grace *Ali-Afzal's witty, sharp, and very funny book will have you cheering throughout * Penguin Random House Blog *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Sarah Morgan, Jessica Redland and Kate Forster.Is Christmas in New York a time for new beginnings?It’s Thanksgiving and friends are gathered at the Inglenook Inn to get ready for the wedding of the year as Cleo and Dylan prepare to tie the knot on Christmas Eve.Not all is going smoothly, but Kaisha is determined nothing will ruin her best friend’s wedding. Cleo is more a sister to her than her own, and if Kaisha has to put her own dreams on hold, then that’s what she’ll do.Finn hasn’t been in touch with Dylan for years but he couldn’t ignore the request to be his best man, so he’s back in Manhattan. But so are his parents, and there’s enough animosity, anger and underlying grief to power the entire city. The only family member Finn respects is his grandad, and Finn's determined to keep the peace for his sake.Kaisha’s first impressions of Finn are that he’s brash, unreliable and someone to avoid, but when he gets a job at the Inglenook Falls Christmas tree farm and they find themselves as roommates, will he surpass her expectations? Or, will he let everybody down at the last minute and prove Kaisha right?Curl up by the fire this Christmas and fall in love all over again as Cleo and Dylan try to make it to the altar and Kaisha finally gets her story.*Please note this is a re-release of Moonlight and Mistletoe at the Christmas Wedding, previously published by Helen J Rolfe*Praise for Helen Rolfe’s heartwarming stories:'Beautiful, magical and incredibly moving’ The Writing Garnet‘It's a book version of a Hallmark movie’ Amazon Reviewer‘A warm romantic feel-good read’ Goodreads Reviewer‘The perfect festive romance’ Jessica's Book Biz‘What a wonderful festive read!’ Goodreads Reviewer

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Book SynopsisIs fur-ever on the cards for these enemies-at-first-sight?Jess is smashing her Edinburgh events management job right now. Her boss is talking about a promotion, her clients love her and other companies want her. But all of that comes to an abrupt halt when her brother has a sudden stroke. Jess doesn’t think twice about stepping in as his carer, but her boss is not so understanding.Demoted to managing low-end events, Jess is less than thrilled to be assigned to a small animal park in need of raising funds. She’s even less happy when she clashes with arrogant head keeper, Nick. He's frustrated with her squeamishness; she thinks he’s a lech. Nick wants a baggage-free life; Jess has so much drama going on, even the Kardashians can’t keep up.But maybe saving the animals of East Lothian Wildlife Park will help these op-paw-sites find some common ground…A stunning romance, filled with humour and heart, perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Miranda Dickinson and Laura Jane Williams.Praise for Just Like That ‘Left me with all the feels. Beautifully flawed characters and a heartfelt story at its core, this is a book to love!’ USA Today bestseller Andie Newton‘The perfect, warmest hug of a read’ Mandy Baggot‘A page-turny romance with humour and heart. Books like this are what I love about romance.’ Sandy Barker‘I adored this book! It made me giddy.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Nina Kaye has done it again with this captivating read! Tensions simmer and are built up fantastically through Kaye’s writing. A fantastic read that I would recommend.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Will easily puts a smile on the reader’s face. Kaye has created a book full of strength, optimism, trust & determination.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘I’ve loved all of Nina’s previous books, and this one was no exception! She manages to combine very serious subjects – in this case, disability and suddenly having caring responsibilities thrust upon you – with sweet romance.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘It made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside and it was just perfect and what I needed in a romance. I was captivated until the end.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Absolutely fantastic plot! Could not put the book down once I began reading it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘I absolutely loved this book. I found the writing strong, the characters had depth and warmth … the story flowed nicely. This spoke to me.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘A heartwarming tale that explores the complexities of family, career, and unexpected connections. It's a story of resilience… with a touch of humour and romance that will leave readers captivated until the very end.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

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Book SynopsisA brand new and utterly enchanting series by bestselling author Jaimie Admans.A picture-perfect town, a place where dreams come true. Welcome to Ever After Street...A tale as old as time…Since her mum’s death, Marnie Platt has shut herself away from everyone who cares about her. Worse, her beloved bookshop on Ever After Street is suffering too. With sales down and the shop’s garden falling into disrepair, Marnie risks losing the very last thing she loves. Until a chance encounter with her surly and reclusive neighbour….Dark and brooding, Darcy O'Connell likes to keep himself to himself. But when he hears Marnie needs help, he can’t turn his back on her. Soon they are spending most evenings together in her enchanted garden and a friendship starts to bloom…With the help of old and new friends on Ever After Street, Marnie's bookshop begins to thrive again, and with Darcy's kindness, she starts to get her sparkle back too. She just can't understand why Darcy continues to shut himself away - especially from her. Can she convince him it isn't too late to embrace life, and maybe love, again?Because every story, even theirs, deserves a happy ending….Perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Kat French and Caroline Roberts!What people are saying about Jaimie Admans!'This is Jaimie at her warm and whimsical best, a magical story to sweep you off your feet!' Bestselling author Tilly Tennant'This beautiful story is perfect for those who need a sprinkle of fairy dust in their lives. Heartwarming, joyful, with some true laugh out loud parts. I can’t wait for more in the series.' Bestselling author, Rebecca Raisin'A sparkling and enchanting romance sprinkled with love, laughter and a little bit of magic.' Bestselling author Holly Martin.

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Book SynopsisMeredith Trapp is a professional daydreamer who writes romance stories full of spice, smooches, and swoons. She lives in Texas with her favourite person and one lazy poodle. When she's not writing, you can usually find her walking beneath the Texas sun or spending time with her family at the lake. Follow her on social media @AuthorMeredithTrapp and visit AuthorMeredithTrapp.com for more information.

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Book Synopsis'This story will have you laughing, swooning, & wishing it would never end.' Aimee BrownPoppy Dean lives and breathes romance - in her job at least. As a matchmaker at an elite London agency, she spends her days finding the perfect Mr Right for pretty much everybody but herself.When Tristan Fellows walks into the agency, Poppy knows she’s in for a challenge. A typical bachelor, Tristan has no intention of falling in love, but in order to receive his 30-million-pound inheritance, he must find himself a wife before his 35th birthday.This may be Poppy’s hardest case yet, but even the most arrogant of men can sometimes warm a woman’s heart. And who knows, maybe it’s finally time for Poppy to find her happy ever after too?From the sunny skies of Greece, to the trendy streets of London, to the romantic hills of Scotland, Match Me If You Can is a laugh out loud enemies-to-lovers romance, guaranteed to make you believe in love again!'A delightful romance that left me with a big smile on my face.' Jessica Redland'Well worth a read. 5 lovely sparklers from me!' Julie Houston'A perfect romcom filled with delicious banter, a swoony hero and a classy, confident heroine! A must read for 2023!' Katie Ginger'A brilliantly funny and addictive love story with all the feels and so much more!' Nina Kaye'A cracking romcom, full of laughs and misadventure.' Leonie Mack'Such a heartwarming, uplifting read, full of love, hope, heart, friendship and joy! Thoroughly enjoyed it!' Kim Nash'With smart banter and swoony moments… Sandy Barker gives us another brilliant romcom and joyful read.’ Pernille Hughes‘A wonderfully warm and witty will they/won’t they romance. Match Me If You Can is a perfect romantic read.’ Kathleen Whyman‘Pure escapism. I laughed, I smiled, I swooned. A cracking start to the Ever After Agency series.’ Laura Carter'It's so brilliantly will they, won't they that it really kept me guessing!' Anita Faulkner'I loved this book! An adorable laugh-out-loud romance, that gives all the right tingles and touches the heart.' Ella Hayes

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Book Synopsis‘The Devil wears Prada meets Emily in Paris ... a fabulously original romcom, full of humour’ Julie CaplinFashion designer Elle Bliss is unlucky in love.She's still hung up on her first love, Leo, who ended things abruptly, then mysteriously disappeared – and a decade on, no one else can measure up.But Elle's all-time dream of showing in Paris Fashion Week is about to become a reality, and she has no time to dwell on her dismal love life. That is until Leo – now going by Lorenzo – comes back into her life.An up-and-coming shoe designer, ‘Lorenzo’ is nothing like the man she fell in love with. Rude, brash and with an ego the size of Paris, he’s too caught up in his own celebrity.But as they constantly cross paths in the city of love, Elle begins to question how much of 'Lorenzo' is an act – a persona for the cameras. Because deep down, she can see glimpses of the man he was, and feelings from all those years ago become impossible to ignore…Join Elle in the most romantic city in the world in this laugh out loud enemies-to-lovers romance, perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Emily Henry.'...another brilliant romcom - a series set in a matchmaking agency is a match made in heaven and I am fully signed up!' Pernille Hughes'Sandy Barker’s books are the bookish equivalent of a perfect serve: two parts romance, one part humour with a generous dash of escapism. I can never wait to dive in!' Nina Kaye'Full of fun - a fast-paced, exciting new series with love, heart, friendship and joy.' Kim Nash'You can’t really go wrong with a Sandy Barker romcom - charm, romance and humour.' Julie Houston'I love Sandy's writing and end up falling in love with all of her heroes!' Katie Ginger'...warm, witty and wonderfully romantic. Knowing there are more to come definitely makes me happy ever after.' Kathleen Whyman'This series is witty, fun and, of course, wonderfully romantic.' Anita Faulkner

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Book SynopsisThe next wonderfully warm read in the uplifting series set on Puddleduck Farm by Della GaltonLife would be idyllic if everyone else was on the same pagePuddleduck Vets Practice is busier than ever. Phoebe Dashwood is juggling the usual crazy animal antics of her quirky clients, whilst organising the wedding of her bridezilla grandmother and thankfully dating her perfect man. Phoebe loves every minute of being a New Forest vet, even if she hardly has time to catch her breath. If only she could find some quality time for her and the man of her dreams, life would be perfect. When an ex's heartbreak stirs up some emotions from the past, Phoebe realises she must deal with some unfinished business. It would seem a miracle is needed to pull off a happy ending for everyone but is it within Phoebe's power to work miracles?Upliftiing, poignant and feel-good ficiton, perfect for the fans of Alison Sherlock, Sarah Hope and Lisa HobmanWhat everyone is saying about Puddleduck Farm:'A delightful story, in what promises to be a wonderful new series, full of fun and animal drama!' - Jo Bartlett'A Wonderful Series of heartening books. The whole Puddleduck series of books is utterly delightful. I could not stop reading them. The characters both human and animal are totally believable and made me wish I could meet them in real life.' - Reader Review'A beautifully written, gentle story about self-acceptance, family and friendship.' -Sarah Bennett'Lovely storyline with a couple of interesting turns. Enjoyed the easy and a times light hearted story. Looking to the next book' - Reader Review'Puddleduck Farm will find its way into your heart - a wonderfully cosy read!' - Fay Keenan'A wonderful Read.This is the fourth book in the Puddleduck Farm series, and if anything the books are getting better - and I thought the first ones were excellent. I really didn't want to put the book down.' - Reader Review'A warm, delightful read full of friendship and family with a touch of love on the horizon ... I can't wait to see what happens next at Puddleduck Farm!' - Helen Rolfe'A gorgeous start to a heart-warming new series, filled with engaging characters and a delightful cast of animals. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Puddleduck Farm!' - Jill Steeples

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Book Synopsis'A sizzling enemies-to-lovers read you'll definitely fall for' Mandy BaggotNo man can be as good as the one in your imagination...Librarian Liv Jones has always dreamed of writing a romance novel. But she’s stuck when it comes to creating a romantic hero – sadly – lacking anyone in real life to base him on.When her brother suggests his best friend stay in their shared flat for a few weeks, she can’t believe her bad luck. Aiden Rivers is irritating and pushes all her buttons. Worst of all, he’s gorgeous, has a sexy accent and reminds her of her all-time favourite character Mr Darcy.Liv finds herself unexpectedly inspired and the leading man in her novel begins to bear an uncanny resemblance to Aiden. He can never find out though: she’d never live it down. Because Aiden can only ever be her love interest in the pages of her book – and definitely not in real life… right?!A sexy enemies-to-lovers rom com, perfect for those who spend far too much time thinking about Mr Darcy coming out of the lake!‘I love a good enemies-to-lovers story and this was the perfect romance for a Sunday morning’ Sarah Turner'Clever, quirky and swoonsome - The Love Interest will tick all your Book Boyfriend boxes' Holly Hepburn'A must read for romcom lovers - fresh, funny and utterly charming' Sandy Barker'An absolutely gorgeous romance novel with a swoon-worthy hero to die for ... I was kept guessing right to the end and had a great big smile on my face' Kim Nash'I loved it! The delicious chemistry between Liv and Aiden kept me up way past my bedtime' Leonie Mack'The Love Interest is so much fun and utterly swoon-worthy... a gorgeous concept, with an abundance of charm and wit' Laura Carter'a beautiful ode to romance loving bookworms ... Walters shines with this amazing read' Rachel Dove'Honestly I LOVED this book. I thought that Aiden and Liv were really likeable and enjoyable characters. Their chemistry was amazing' netgalley reviewer'Absolutely perfection! I wasn't even done with the book and I was texting all my reader friends that this a must-read.' netgalley reviewer'...the characters were all brilliant and likeable and the banter was on top form. ... What's not to like? I raced through it!' netgalley reviewer'This book drew me in and I couldn’t put it down! ... This had everything you’d hope for in a romance book!' netgalley reviewer

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Book SynopsisA fast-paced, heartfelt ride through love, loss, and spiritual awakening. Holly thought she'd found everything she ever wanteduntil the man of her dreams shattered her heart and left her questioning everything. Betrayed and broken, her world unravels. But the opportunity of a lifetime lands in her lap, and she travels to India. Amidst a whirlwind of self-discovery, soul-stirring transformations (and a juicy revenge), she learns that love, though painful, can lead to something even greater. Arielle Ford's The Love Thief is a deliciously inspiring story for anyone who believes that even the most shattered heart can healespecially when sprinkled with a dash of magic and a side of mouthwatering Indian recipes.

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Book SynopsisThe debut novel from Elizabeth Taylor - shortlisted for the Booker Prize*Mrs Lippincote's house, with its mahogany furniture and yellowing photographs, stands as a reminder of all the certainties that have vanished with the advent of war. Temporarily, this is home for Julia, who has joined her husband Roddy at the behest of the RAF. Although she can accept the pomposities of service life, Julia's honesty and sense of humour prevent her from taking her role as seriously as her husband, that leader of men, might wish; for Roddy, merely love cannot suffice - he needs homage as well as admiration. And Julia, while she may be a most unsatisfactory officer's wife, is certainly no hypocrite.*'Her stories remain with one, indelibly, as though they had been some turning-point in one's own experience' Elizabeth Bowen 'No writer has described the English middle classes with more gently devastating accuracy' Rebecca Abrams, Spectator 'A Game of Hide and Seek showcases much of what makes Taylor a great novelist: piercing insight, a keen wit and a genuine sense of feeling for her characters' Elizabeth Day, GuardianTrade ReviewSubtle, stylised, and rather special social comedy * Kirkus *Witty, hilarious, astringent, devastating - her impeccable style can do anything and with such seemingly effortless ease -- Neel MukherjeeElizabeth Taylor is finally being recognised as an important British author: an author of great subtlety, great compassion and great depth -- Sarah WatersAlways intelligent, often subversive and never dull, Elizabeth Taylor is the thinking person's dangerous housewife. Her sophisticated prose combines elegance, icy wit and freshness in a stimulating cocktail - the perfect toast to the quiet horror of domestic life -- Valerie MartinTaylor is one of the hidden treasures of the English novel -- Philip Hensher * Daily Telegraph *Her best novels - At Mrs. Lippincote's (1945), A View of the Harbour (1947), A Game of Hide and Seek (1951) - are, in spite of their prim titles, funny, savage and full of loneliness and suppressed emotion. For her characters, as for their author, propriety is a survival mechanism, a way of keeping the show on the road -- Rachel Cooke * Guardian *

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