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Would you take the second chance you've always dreamed of?'A wonderful fresh new talent' Katie Fforde It's been ten years since Emma Stevens last laid eyes on Jake Murray. When he left the small seaside village of South Quay to chase the limelight, Emma's dreams left with him.Now Emma is content living a quiet and uneventful life in South Quay. It's far from the life she imagined, but at least her job at the local hotel has helped heal her broken heart.But when Jake returns home for the summer to escape the spotlight, Emma's feelings quickly come flooding back. There's clearly a connection between them, but Jake has damaged her heart once already - will she ever be able to give him a second chance?Escape with this perfect, heartwarming summer romance, for fans of Sue Moorcroft and Miranda Dickinson.Readers love THE SUMMER OF TAKING CHANCES:'I highly recommend if you are looking for a perfect summery story' NetGalley reviewer'A lovely escapism read' NetGalley reviewer'I haven't been able to put this one down! It's absolutely gorgeous and I highly recommend' NetGalley reviewer'Enjoyable reading' NetGalley reviewer'Great characters and a really good storyline' NetGalley reviewer

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Escape to Rome with this sparkling summer romance!'Art, history, intrigue, travel and romance - this book has it all . . . an immersive and intriguing romance - utterly captivating' SANDY BARKER'I loved, loved, loved this story!! I quite honestly couldn't put it down'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'A really lovely read - and one I'd certainly recommend to all'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'An absolutely delightful and heartwarming summer read!'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review 'Loved loved loved this book, a bright summery summer in Rome!'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'I absolutely loved this book . . . the best of escapist romance'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'A clever, sweeping, dual-timeline romance that will absolutely keep you guessing! . . . can't wait for more from this talented author'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader reviewKate Harper has always loved the painting that has hung in her parents' dining room for years, never suspecting that it is worth a fortune. When her art dealer boyfriend cheats her family out of the proceeds of the painting's sale, she is left devastated and alone.Kate discovers that two hundred years ago, the girl in the painting, Charlotte Browne, ran off to Rome with the artist who painted her portrait, but her eventual fate is unknown.Hoping to uncover the mystery of what happened to Charlotte, Kate seizes the chance of a summer job in Rome, where she strikes up a friendship with Jamie Taylor, an English artist. As they explore the city and start to piece together the surprising secrets of Charlotte's life, Kate finds herself wondering if a summer in Rome can mend a broken heart... This charming, summery romance is perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft and Miranda Dickinson.Raves for Lynne Shelby:'A wonderful fresh new talent' Katie Fforde'Delightful!' Jane Wenham-Jones'A genuinely witty and original romance I loved it!' Woman Magazine'A beautiful story that you will not be able to part with, this is a definite must read' NetGalley reviewer'Gold-plated romantic escapism at its finest! . . . A fun, flirty and feel-good romantic read that is simply delightful. An irresistible page-turner sprinkled with humour, warmth, wit and a whole lot of heart . . . pure magic from start to finish' NetGalley reviewer'This book is the perfect summer beach read or to snuggle in under a blanket in winter and dream of Greek Islands and love' NetGalley reviewer

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When Lucy Ashford lands a top job at a leading theatrical agency in London, work mixes with pleasure, as she literally falls into the arms of Hollywood heartthrob Daniel Miller.Handsome, charming and irresistible, Daniel is just what unlucky-in-love Lucy needs, and she is quickly drawn into his glittering celebrity lifestyle. But can she tame the A-list bad boy or is she just one more girl in Daniel s long line of conquests?And then there’s up-and-coming actor Owen Somers, fiercely talented but as yet uncast in a starring role. After she takes him onto the agency’s books, Owen and Lucy's friendship slowly grows. If she looks closely, Lucy's leading man might be right before her very eyes...

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Shortlisted for the 2022 RNA Jane Wenham-Jones Award for Romantic Comedy. Can movie magic lead to a real-life romance?'A wonderful fresh new talent' Katie Fforde 'Delightful!' Jane Wenham-Jones'A genuinely witty and original romance I loved it!' Woman MagazineWhen Laurel Martin is hired to rewrite the script for a new timeslip blockbuster, she expects the historical advisor hired by the studio to be an elderly academic who won't interfere too much with her writing. But when she meets Professor Jason Harding, a young and unexpectedly handsome archaeologist who has some ideas of his own about the script, she realises the job isn't going to be as simple as she first thought.As their work takes them from arguing over historical details in a cramped London office to discovering the hidden beauties of a Greek island, Laurel and Jason's relationship starts to echo the romance of their script.But with Laurel's actor ex-boyfriend making trouble at home, and constant issues with the volatile director, will Laurel and Jason ever be able to write the happy ending for their own story?Escape with this charming, summery romance, perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft and Miranda Dickinson.Readers love LOVE ON LOCATION:'A beautiful story that you will not be able to part with, this is a definite must read' NetGalley reviewer'I was completely enchanted by this book . . . It's really captured my imagine and was a sheer pleasure to read' NetGalley reviewer'Gold-plated romantic escapism at its finest! . . . A fun, flirty and feel-good romantic read that is simply delightful. An irresistible page-turner sprinkled with humour, warmth, wit and a whole lot of heart . . . pure magic from start to finish' NetGalley reviewer'Oh I loved this book . . . I couldn't put it down' NetGalley reviewer'A lovely summery read! . . . it just draws you in' NetGalley reviewer'This book is the perfect summer beach read or to snuggle in under a blanket in winter and dream of Greek Islands and love' NetGalley reviewer'Uniquely written and I loved that it was different from most of the traditional romantic books of this genre. Really enjoyed this one and will be anxiously awaiting the authors next book!' NetGalley reviewer

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From London to Paris, sealed with a kiss...'A wonderful fresh new talent' KATIE FFORDE'Delightful!' JANE WENHAM-JONES'A genuinely witty and original romance I loved it!' WOMAN MAGAZINEA warm contemporary romance set in Paris and London, French Kissing was the winner of Woman Magazine's romantic fiction competition. Perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft and Miranda Dickinson.Anna Mitchel has been writing letters to her French penfriend, Alexandre Tourville, for fifteen years, but hasn't seen him since an exchange trip when they were at school. When Alex, now a successful photographer, comes to work in London, Anna offers to put him up, and is astounded to discover that the small, geeky boy she remembers is now tall, broad-shouldered and gorgeous.Anna's female friends are soon swooning over Alex's Gallic charm, and Anna's boyfriend Nick is increasingly jealous of her friendship with an attractive single man. Then Alex has to return to Paris to oversee the hanging of his photographs in an exhibition, and invites Anna to accompany him so that he can show her the city he adores...________Readers LOVE Lynne's swoon-worthy romances:'Finally! Fiction that I didn't want to end, yet couldn't put down! This is a novel that leaves a genuinely lasting impression on many a level... Passionate and authentic to the end. Thank you Lynne Shelby' Amazon reviewer'Shelby's writing style transports you so completely into the world of her characters that I actually dreamt about Owen Somers! I loved reading this book and found it to be the perfect balance of romantic, unpredictable and fast paced. I really didn't want it to end' Amazon reviewer'This was a perfect weekend read. It whisked me away from rainy reality to the glamorous celebrity world in London... The story raced along with plenty of twists and turns; I had no idea how it was going to end, or which way I wanted it to end. Warm-hearted, romantic and beautifully written - I loved it' Amazon reviewer'Lynne Shelby has given us a glamorous, fun and compulsive read in her fabulous The One That I Want. I was rooting for the heroine Lucy all the way through and enjoyed every twist and turn of the plot... I thoroughly recommend this fresh, sparkling book - it's the one that you want!' Amazon reviewer'A believable and fun escape into the world of celebrity and showbiz... Very enjoyable read, with a most satisfactory ending' Amazon reviewer'A very well told story, of things that glitter brightly , but are rarely gold. Lovely believable charters with a good dollop of romance' Amazon reviewer'I really enjoyed this book. Lovely characters, lovely story and very well written. I will buy more books by this author' Amazon reviewer

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When aspiring actress Julie Farrell meets actor Zac Diaz, she is instantly attracted to him, but he shows no interest in her. Julie, who has yet to land her first professional acting role, can’t help wishing that her life was more like a musical, and that she could meet a handsome man who’d sweep her into his arms and tap-dance her along the street…After early success on the stage, Zac has spent the last three years in Hollywood, but has failed to forge a film career. Now back in London, he is determined to re-establish himself as a theatre actor. Focused solely on his work, he has no time for distractions, and certainly no intention of getting entangled in a committed relationship… Auditioning for a new West End show, Julie and Zac act out a love scene, but will they ever share more than a stage kiss?

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