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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND RICHARD & JUDY PICKHOW WELL DO YOU REALLY KNOW THE PERSON YOU LOVE MOST? Their life was just like yours. Nice house, great kids, the perfect life.But they have a very dark secret.You might think you've read stories like this before.You're wrong.______________SHORTLISTED FOR ITW THRILLER AWARD FOR BEST FIRST NOVEL, THE EDGAR AWARD AND THE GOODREADS AWARDS. WINNER OF THE DEAD GOOD READER AWARDS.'The twist at the end of the first chapter made me read through the night' Jane Corry, bestselling author of The Dead Ex'The most gripping psychological thriller of 2019' Stylist'The next Gone Girl' Marie Claire'A twisty, audacious, Gone Girl-y psychological thriller. The book that everyone is going to be talking about' Red'Wow! My Lovely Wife is a stunner - full of twists, well-drawn characters, and riveting suspense' Harlan Coben'Dexter meets Gone Girl - I loved this this brilliantly dark and twisted novel. One of the best books I've read this year' C.J. Tudor'Absolutely unputdownable' Liv Constantine

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A Star Is Born -- the classic Hollywood tale about a young talent rising to superstardom, and the downfall of her mentor/lover along the way -- has never gone out of style. It has seen five film adaptations, but none compares to the 1954 version starring Judy Garland in her greatest role. But while it was the crowning performance of the legendary entertainer's career, the production turned into one of the most talked about in movie history.The story, which depicts the dark side of fame, addiction, loss, and suicide, paralleled Garland's own tumultuous life in many ways. While hitting alarmingly close to home for the fragile star, it ultimately led to a superlative performance -- one that was nominated for an Academy Award, but lost in one of the biggest upsets in Oscar history. Running far too long for the studio's tastes, Warner Bros. notoriously slashed extensive amounts of footage from the finished print, leaving A Star is Born in tatters and breaking the hearts of both the film's star and director George Cukor.Today, with a director's cut reconstructed from previously lost scenes and audio, the 1954 A Star is Born has taken its deserved place among the most critically acclaimed movies of all time. Now, Lorna Luft, daughter of Judy Garland and the film's producer, Sid Luft, tells the story of the production, and of her mother's fight to save her career, as only she could. Teaming with film historian Jeffrey Vance, A Star Is Born is a vivid and refreshingly candid account of the crafting, loss, and restoration of a movie classic, complemented by a trove of images from the family collection taken both on and off the set. The book also includes essays on the other screen adaptations of A Star Is Born, to round out a complete history of a story that has remained a Hollywood favorite for close to a century.

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FREEDOM WORTH FIGHTING FOR. LOVE WORTH WAITING FOREscape this summer with the unforgettable wartime love story and Richard & Judy Bookclub pick 'The French House is a beautifully wrought exploration of love of all kinds. It's utterly gorgeous, convincingly written and completely captivating. Make sure you read it' MY WEEKLY'A raw and honest love story, filled with a wealth of historical detail. The French House is a powerful depiction of the brutal intricacies of island relationships and loyalties in a time of war' FIONA VALPY'Deeply involving . . . A fantastic debut by a gifted storyteller' JILL MANSELL***In Nazi-occupied Guernsey, the wrong decision can destroy a life... Left profoundly deaf after an accident, Émile is no stranger to isolation - or heartbreak. Now, as Nazi planes loom over Guernsey, he senses life is about to change forever.Trapped in a tense, fearful marriage, Isabelle doesn't know what has become of Émile and the future she hoped for. But when she glimpses him from the window of the French House, their lives collide once more. Leutnant Schreiber is more comfortable wielding a paintbrush than a pistol. But he has little choice in the role he is forced to play in the occupying forces - or in his own forbidden desires. As their paths entwine, loyalties are blurred and dangerous secrets forged. But on an island under occupation, courage can have deadly consequences...Lyrical, moving and compelling, this is a novel about wanting to hear and learning to listen - to the truths of our own hearts. Perfect for lovers of The Nightingale, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and All the Light We Cannot See.'A story of fraught secrets and tested loyalties . . . I found this beautifully told tale hard to put down' ANITA FRANK'Heart-wrenching . . . A truly special novel' LOUISE FEIN'Accomplished and atmospheric . . . I really enjoyed this uncliched yet deeply moving love story' TRACY REES'A vividly written, refreshingly different World War Two love story, with a central character I adored. Just brilliant!' GILL PAUL'Such an emotionally gripping novel portraying how love can be betrayed yet still endure' SUZANNE GOLDRING'I have been swept away by Jacquie Bloese's gorgeous writing, completely transported into the rich, atmospheric, and incredibly moving pages of The French House. . . this is an absolutely stunning, beautifully original novel' JENNY ASHCROFT'A wonderful story, powerfully written with beautiful characters'JAMES KENT, director of Testament of Youth'A brilliantly moving historical novel' - 2020 Caledonian Novel Award panel

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'The Buried's undoubted strengths include Bolton's deftly shaded portrayal of the attitudes of yesteryear towards women and the bonds of necessity between them' THE TIMESAN OLD ENEMY IS LAID TO REST . . . AND A NEW CRIME IS DISCOVEREDFlorence Lovelady, the most senior serving policewoman in Britain, visits convicted serial killer Larry Glassbrook in prison. Larry is coming to the end of his life but has one last task for Florence: to learn the identity of the remains discovered at children's home Black Moss Manor. The town Florence escaped narrowly with her life still holds many secrets. Will she finally learn the truth? Or will time run out for her first?The latest Florence Lovelady thriller, set shortly after the bestselling first novel The Craftsman in the chilling, new series from Richard and Judy bestseller Sharon BoltonPraise for The Craftsman series'Engaging, compulsive reading. Sharon Bolton at her best.' Rachel Abbott'Beautifully dark and disturbing, I won't sleep well tonight.' Jenny Blackhurst'Darkly gothic and brilliantly original, The Craftsman will have you spellbound.' JP Delaney'I dare you to read it after dark.' Mark Edwards'Fabulous, utterly unique storyline, that will effortlessly stand out in the crowd of thrillers.' Helen Fields'The Craftsman is an absolutely terrific crime novel that takes your darkest fear and makes it reality.' Elly Griffiths'The Craftsman goes to some very dark places, and will have readers looking nervously over their shoulder with every page they turn.' Mick Herron'Filled with intrigue and suspense. The Craftsman is spellbinding.' Clare Mackintosh'A brilliant blend of rich crime thriller with a hint of the gothic.' Sarah Pinborough

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- Goodreads Choice: Best Fiction 2021 shortlisted - Author's Club First Novel Award longlisted - Voted Best Uplifting Book in the independent'Emotional, involving, witty and sad. Everyone is going to love Lenni and Margot' JILL MANSELL'Lenni and Margot are two of the most wonderful, warm, witty and wise heroines I've ever met. Beautiful and glorious' CLARE POOLEY, author of The Authenticity ProjectFiercely alive, disarmingly funny and brimming with tenderness, THE ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF LENNI AND MARGOT unwraps the extraordinary gift of life, and revels in our infinite capacity for friendship and love when we need them most._______________________________________Life is short.No-one knows that better than seventeen-year-old Lenni. But as she is about to learn, it's not only what you make of life that matters, but who you share it with.Dodging doctor's orders, she joins an art class where she bumps into fellow patient Margot, a rebel-hearted eight-three-year-old from the next ward. Their bond is instant as they realize that together they have lived an astonishing one hundred years.To celebrate their shared century, they decide to paint their life stories: of growing old and staying young, of giving joy, of receiving kindness, of losing love, of finding the person who is everything.As their friendship deepens, it becomes vividly clear that life is not done with Lenni and Margot yet.An extraordinary friendship. A lifetime of stories. Their last one begins here.---------------------------------------------VOTED BEST UPLIFTING BOOK OF 2021 BY THE INDEPENDENT'Full of wisdom and kindness. It is just the kind of book I adore' JOANNA CANNON'Such a delight! I fell head over heels for Lenni and Margot, their wit and vibrancy and marvellous outlooks on life. An utter joy' ABBIE GREAVES'Charged with light and colour. Gloriously original and full of wisdom, humour, and hope. It made me think and care and laugh and cry. One of my all-time favourite books' HAZEL PRIOR, author of Away with the Penguins'This is something special: moving, joyful and life-affirming' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING Book of the Month

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THE TOP-TEN BESTSELLER!'Thought-provoking and clever' Gilly Macmillan'A tense and moving story that I will remember for a long time' Rachel Abbott'This tense psychological thriller focuses relentlessly on the way its characters cope as stress piles up and the mess deepens' Sunday Times'Thought-provoking' Woman & Home'I raced through it. A compelling, emotional read' Jenny Quintana'Dark, intelligent, suspenseful' Saskia SarginsonThe accusedWhile Nick Dean is enjoying an evening at home with his family, he is blissfully unaware that one of his pupils has just placed an allegation of abuse against him - and that Nick's imminent arrest will see the start of everything he knows and loves disintegrating around him. Because, mud sticks, right? No matter if you're innocent or guilty.The accuserWhen Angela Furness decides that enough is enough - she hates her parents, hates her friends and, most of all, despises what has recently happened at school - she does the only thing she knows will get her attention: calls the police. But Angela is unaware that the shocking story she is about to tell will see her life begin to topple.Because, once you've said what you've said, there's no way back, right? No matter if you're innocent or guilty.Richard and Judy and international bestselling author of The Guilty One returns with a nail-biting ride of 'he said/she said' between a teacher and his pupil. A gripping tale of two families torn apart by one catastrophic betrayal, illustrating the fine line between guilt and innocence.*LISA BALLANTYNE'S NEW NOVEL, ONCE UPON A LIE, IS OUT NOW*Praise for Lisa Ballantyne:'One of the most readable, emotionally intense novels of the year' Richard and Judy'Moving, insightful' Guardian'Thought-provoking, brave and challenging, this book is an unsettling and compulsive read' Rosamund Lupton'Grips like a vice' Daily Mail'Sophisticated, suspenseful, unsettling' Lee Child'A page-turner with real emotional depth' Daily Express'I couldn't get this book out of my head. It kept me up all night and guessing the whole way through. I loved it' Jenny Colgan'An outstanding work of fiction' Daily Record'Dark, intelligent, suspenseful' Saskia Sarginson'Tense, unsettling' Morning Star

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The spellbinding RICHARD AND JUDY BOOKCLUB PICK about a mysterious house and an old family secret . . .'Wonderful storytelling. I loved it' Rachel Hore'A mystery spanning generations, evocative and beautifully written' Tracy Rees'A mesmerising debut novel, lush and gorgeous, with a rich family tale to tell' Richard and Judy Book Club _______ People disappear. Secrets remain . . . 1940: In south-west Ireland, the young and beautiful Lady Charlotte Rathmore is pronounced dead after she mysteriously disappears by the lake of Blackwater Hall. In London, on the brink of the Blitz, Nancy Rathmore is grieving Charlotte's death when a letter arrives containing a secret that she is sworn to keep - one that will change her life for ever. 2019: Disgraced young journalist Ellie Fitzgerald flees Dublin for the safety of rural Kerry. When she discovers a faded letter, tucked inside the pages of an old book from Blackwater Hall, she finds herself drawn in by the mystery of Lady Charlotte's disappearance, and uncovers a long-buried secret...Sweeping from the wilds of beautiful Ireland to wartime London, this is perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Eve Chase and Lucinda Riley.** DON'T MISS THE NEW NOVEL FROM AMANDA GEARD, THE MOON GATE, AVAILABLE NOW ** _______ 'A wonderful tale of family secrets, brimming with lush historical detail' HAZEL GAYNOR 'I was pulled in from page one. It's beautiful' LIZ FENWICK'I really loved it. A wonderful mystery. Atmospheric and wonderfully escapist' LORNA COOK 'A gorgeous setting, wonderful characters and secrets that kept me glued to the pages' JENNY ASHCROFT 'Intriguing, moving and I loved the way the stories moved back and forth in time' SINÉAD MORIARTYReal readers adore this book... '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐Love love love this book! Fabulous female characters. I was totally invested in the story. I couldn't wait to get back to it' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐I was absolutely captivated. Wonderful and rich. I couldn't put it down' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A wonderful read and a spellbinding mystery with wonderful characters that leap off the page. This was beautifully written with the story spanning generations' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I have been completely immersed and unwilling to put this one down. This is an absolute gem and a must. A beautiful story' '⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I've been reading a lot of dual time books, and this one has to be up there with the best . . . a brilliant read'

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***WINNER OF THE 2023 CWA DAGGER IN THE LIBRARY***'Sophie Hannah, who can twist a conventional plot until it screams for mercy, puts an existential spin on the domestic-suspense novel' New York Times'Fiendishly clever' Daily Mail 'Complex and sinister' Observer 'A literary high-wire artist' Sunday Express 'Prepare for sleep deprivation!' RedAll Beth has to do is drive her son to his Under-14s away match, watch him play, and bring him home.Just because she knows that her former best friend lives near the football ground, that doesn't mean she has to drive past her house and try to catch a glimpse of her. Why would Beth do that, and risk dredging up painful memories? She hasn't seen Flora Braid for twelve years.But she can't resist. She parks outside Flora's house and watches from across the road as Flora and her children, Thomas and Emily, step out of the car. Except...There's something terribly wrong.Flora looks the same, only older - just as Beth would have expected. It's the children that are the problem. Twelve years ago, Thomas and Emily Braid were five and three years old. Today, they look precisely as they did then. They are still five and three. They are Thomas and Emily without a doubt - Beth hears Flora call them by their names - but they haven't changed at all.They are no taller, no older.Why haven't they grown?

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A murder. A world in crisis. Britain's greatest spy . . . 'BRILLIANT' Richard OsmanIt is M's funeral. One man is missing from the graveside: the traitor who pulled the trigger and who is now in custody, accused of M's murder - James Bond.Behind the Iron Curtain, a group of former Smersh agents want to use Bond on a perilous mission that will change the balance of world power. He is smuggled into the lion's den - but whose orders is Bond following, and will he obey them when the moment to strike arrives?Discover the latest chapter in the world of 007, brought thrillingly to life by Sunday Times bestselling author Anthony Horowitz.PRAISE FOR ANTHONY HOROWITZ'S JAMES BOND TRILOGY:'Daring, exciting . . . superbly plotted' Sunday Express'Gripping . . . and with non-stop action' i'Fast-paced, skilfully written . . . leaves you wanting more' The Times'Ian Fleming would be proud' Guardian'Horowitz excels at action sequences' Sunday Times'Exciting high drama . . . Horowitz stays loyal to the fabulous Fleming formula' Daily Express

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'The Night She Disappeared is by far her best thriller yet.' HARLAN COBEN'Insane suspense. I loved it.' LEE CHILD'A gothic, multi-layered tale, deeply satisfying. We both loved it.' RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUBThe Night She Disappeared is UNBELIEVABLY good. I was utterly utterly agog.' MARIAN KEYES___________________________A cold case. An abandoned mansion. A family hiding a terrible secret. Prepare to be hooked. Lisa Jewell's latest thriller is her best yet.Midsummer 2017: teenage mum Tallulah heads out on a date, leaving her baby son at home with her mother, Kim.At 11 p.m. she sends her mum a text message. At 4.30 a.m. Kim awakens to discover that Tallulah has not come home.Friends tell her that Tallulah was last seen heading to a pool party at a house in the woods nearby called Dark Place.Tallulah never returns.2018: walking in the woods behind the boarding school where her boyfriend has just started as a head teacher, Sophie sees a sign nailed to a fence.A sign that says: DIG HERE . . .___________________________'No one thickens a plot like Lisa Jewell. I couldn't put this book down. Jewell just keeps getting better. It's SO GOOD!' SHARI LAPENA'Absolutely loved this one by Lisa Jewell - compelling, deep, surprising, tense, modern. Most thrillers are in black and white to me in terms of character and Lisa is blazing saturated technicolour.' GILLIAN MCALLISTER'Masterly. Gripping from start to finish.' JOANNE HARRIS'I'm calling it early. This is Lisa's best book yet, and she always sets that bar high! Stayed up so late because I couldn't put it down.' ADELE PARKS'Oh my God, so good. A head-scratching, heart-racing, page-turning triumph - I think this might be my favourite Lisa Jewell yet.' LOUISE CANDLISH'I swear her books are masterclasses for authors. Every time I read one, I'm in awe. I loved this one so much - clever, slick and so intriguing. Lots of emotion and I love how all the sub-plots come together. #bowdowntoLisa' MEL SHERRATT'Another first-class mystery . . . Totally enthralling.' HARRIET TYCE'I predict another number one.' ERIN KELLY'Once again Lisa Jewell has knocked it out of the park. Another masterclass in thriller writing from one of the world's most consistently brilliant authors. I was superglued to the pages.' MARK EDWARDS'Totally absorbing. I felt as though I'd slipped into the book and lived there for a few days, heart pounding. So so so amazing!' KATHERINE HEINY'Intriguing and wonderfully dark' THE SUN'I'm passionately attached to Lisa Jewell, whose novels somehow manage to be good-natured, creepy and tense all at once.' SARAH PERRY'Nail-biting. Left me reeling.' JANE CORRY'A compelling psychological thriller full of twists and turns... ideal for fans of Ruth Rendell and Lianne Moriarty' YOURS BOOK CLUB

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THE MUST-READ RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK. Chilling, moving and unputdownable, The Memory Wood is a thriller like no other. 'Beautifully told, with two superbly drawn young protagonists, Lloyd is a rare new thriller talent' Daily Mail'Superbly creepy, with an unexpected twist' Guardian'Brilliant writing, a terrifying story, and characters so real it feels like you know them. If you enjoy dark, twisty thrillers that stay with you, read this book' Samantha Downing, author of My Lovely Wife*************Elijah has lived in the Memory Wood for as long as he can remember. It's the only home he's ever known.Elissa has only just arrived. And she'll do everything she can to escape.When Elijah stumbles across thirteen-year-old Elissa, in the woods where her abductor is hiding her, he refuses to alert the police. Because in his twelve years, Elijah has never had a proper friend. And he doesn't want Elissa to leave.Not only that, Elijah knows how this can end. After all, Elissa isn't the first girl he's found inside the Memory Wood.As her abductor's behaviour grows more erratic, chess prodigy Elissa realises that outwitting strange, lonely Elijah is her only hope of survival. Their cat-and-mouse game of deception and betrayal will determine both their fates, and whether either of them will ever leave the Memory Wood . . .*************Praise for Sam Lloyd'An intense, atmospheric, and truly original thriller' Shari Lapena, author of The Couple Next Door'Remarkable. Stunning prose and compulsive reading. It's undoubtedly the best thriller I've read in a long, long time' Lesley Kara, author of The Rumour'I haven't read anything quite this exciting since Room. You think all the stories have been told, then something like this comes along' Emma Curtis, author of The Night You LeftReaders love The Memory Wood 'A very clever psychological thriller. Dark, creepy and intense.' *****'Deliciously dark... fresh and imaginative.' *****'The twists and turns in The Memory Wood will astound. This book is undoubtedly the best I've read this year.' *****__________**** THE RISING TIDE, Sam Lloyd's electrifying new thriller, is available to pre-order now****

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The inspiring, feel-good Richard & Judy Book Club pick about a small boy with a big heart - and even bigger dreams.'One of those gorgeous books that completely lifts your spirits and restores your faith in humanity' - Ruth Jones, co-creator of Gavin and Stacey and bestselling author of Us ThreeIt was a journey they would always remember . . . for a friend they'd never forget.Norman and Jax are a legendary comedic duo in waiting, with a five-year plan to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe by the time they're fifteen. But when Jax dies before they turn twelve, Norman decides a tribute act for his best friend just can't wait, so he rewrites their plan:1. Look after Mum | 2. Find Dad | 3. Get to the Edinburgh FringeSadie knows she won't win Mother of the Year and she's not proud she doesn't know who her son's father is. But when she finds Norman's list, all she wants is to see her son smile again. So, enlisting the help of eccentric friend Leonard - an 84-year-old veteran with superior planning skills and a thirst for adventure! - they set off on a pilgrimage to Edinburgh, making a few stops to find Norman's dad along the way.-'An uplifting tale of love, loss and the redemptive power of humour' - Mail on Sunday'Charming, funny and cheering' - Beth Morrey, author of Saving Missy'As moving as it is funny. And it's very funny' - Romesh Ranganathan'He's wheedled his way into my heart, and I suspect I'll have a Norman-shaped hole there forever' - Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity ProjectReaders are in love with Norman:***** 'This has everything a feel good book should have. I loved it'***** 'Norman is one of the most lovable characters I have ever met'***** 'A book to make you laugh and cry in the same moment, a bittersweet read'***** 'A charming, uplifting tale of love, family, friendship and hope'***** 'A beautifully written novel about having the courage to hold on to and chase your dreams'

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A RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICKWINNER STANFORD TRAVEL WRITING AWARDS 2020SHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL PRIZE 2019'Such an addictive and likeable book...One of this year's best memoirs' The Telegraph'It's the resistance to the obvious narratives that makes Rough Magic so appealing: the book undermines lazy women-in-the-wilderness tropes at every turn.' Sarah Moss, Guardian'Think Educated meets Wild' Entertainment Weekly'Rough Magic is transporting, beguiling and terrifically entertaining' Daily MailThe Mongol Derby is the world's toughest horse race. A feat of endurance across the vast Mongolian plains once traversed by the people of Genghis Khan, competitors ride 25 horses across a distance of 1000km. Many riders don't make it to the finish line.In 2013 Lara Prior-Palmer - nineteen, underprepared but seeking the great unknown - decided to enter the race. Driven by her own restlessness, stubbornness, and a lifelong love of horses, she raced for seven days through extreme heat and terrifying storms, catching a few hours of sleep where she could at the homes of nomadic families. Battling bouts of illness and dehydration, exhaustion and bruising falls, she found she had nothing to lose, and tore through the field with her motley crew of horses. In one of the Derby's most unexpected results, she became the youngest-ever champion and the first woman to win the race.A tale of adventure, fortitude and poetry, Rough Magic is the extraordinary story of one young woman's encounter with oblivion, and herself.

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Lose yourself in the Cornish countryside with this gorgeous new novel from the Richard and Judy Book Club champion. If you love Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier, you'll adore Roseland. __________'Utterly captivating' ADELE PARKS'Amazing, the descriptions of Cornwall were so vivid' Reader Review (5 stars)'There's nothing not to love about this book' SUSAN LEWIS'A captivating read' Reader Review (5 stars)'Evocative, enthralling and full of human insight' CELIA WALDEN'I read it in one day, could not put it down' Reader Review (5 stars)'Gloriously gripping' LIZ FENWICK'This book has Rebecca written all over it' Reader Review (5 stars)'Brimming with secrets, scandal and surprises' MARIANNE CRONIN__________The summers spent at Roseland, the sprawling ancestral home of her best friend, Eloise, were among the happiest of Cathy's life. Tucked away on the Cornish coastline and brimming with history, Roseland seemed to belong to another century.Cathy has barely been back since Eloise's death a decade ago. So she is shocked when Jack, the love of Eloise's life and father of her children, announces that he is getting married, and that the wedding will take place at Roseland. As Cathy and Eloise's family gather at the house for the first time in years, long buried secrets and resentments come to the surface. Nobody likes Jack's new bride, but is she really the imposter everybody claims, or are they merely haunted by memories of Eloise? And how can Cathy look to the future, when the past refuses to let go?Utterly captivating and beautifully told, with echoes of du Maurier's Rebecca, this is the gorgeous new novel from the bestselling book-club champion.__________PRAISE FOR JUDY FINNIGAN'Romantic and rain-lashed. . . a stirring and intriguing read' LOUISE CANDLISH'A haunting, pacy page-turner, with a real ghostly feel - a must read' FABULOUS MAGAZINE'Highly readable, incredibly moving' DOROTHY KOOMSON'A moving meditation of grief, family bonds, motherhood and female friendship' SUNDAY EXPRESS

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'Tragically funny, with moments of clarity and wisdom, Newman writes loss and laughter in equally brilliant amounts.' BONNIE GARMUS'Nora-Ephron-style wit...comforting, so funny, moving... one of my favourite books ever' MARIAN KEYES'Dazzling, heart-wrenching, snorty-hilarious... An utter joy to read' RACHEL JOYCE'An absolute masterpiece in characterisation... utterly beautiful.' JOANNA CANNON_______Who knows you better than your best friend? Who knows your secrets, your fears, your desires, your strange imperfect self? Edi and Ash have been best friends for over forty years. Since childhood they have seen each other through life's milestones: stealing vodka from their parents, the Madonna phase, REM concerts, unexpected wakes, marriages, infertility, children. As Ash notes, 'Edi's memory is like the back-up hard drive for mine.'So when Edi is diagnosed with cancer, Ash's world reshapes around the rhythms of Edi's care, from making watermelon ice cubes to music therapy; from snack smuggling to impromptu excursions into the frozen winter night. Because life is about squeezing the joy out of every moment, about building a powerhouse of memories, about learning when to hold on, and when to let go.For fans of Nora Ephron and Sorrow & Bliss, We All Want Impossible Things is a deeply moving, jubilant celebration of life and friendship at its imperfect, radiant, and irreverent best._____'You'll stay up late devouring every word' KATHERINE HEINY'One of the best novels on friendship I've ever read' AJ PEARCE'I absolutely adored this...what a beautiful, emotional novel' JILL MANSELL'Shot through with whip-smart humour and boundless compassion. It's one of the best debuts I've read in a long time.' HANNAH BECKERMAN

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Freedom worth fighting for. Love worth waiting for.'The French House is a beautifully wrought exploration of love of all kinds. It's utterly gorgeous, convincingly written and completely captivating. Make sure you read it'MY WEEKLY'I was gripped from the start by the characters and the setting. A wonderful read'RUTH DRUART'A raw and honest love story, filled with a wealth of historical detail. The French House is a powerful depiction of the brutal intricacies of island relationships and loyalties in a time of war' FIONA VALPY'Deeply involving . . . A fantastic debut by a gifted storyteller' JILL MANSELL'A story of fraught secrets and tested loyalties . . . I found this beautifully told tale hard to put down' ANITA FRANK'Heart-wrenching . . . A truly special novel' LOUISE FEIN'Accomplished and atmospheric . . . I really enjoyed this uncliched yet deeply moving love story'TRACY REES'A vividly written, refreshingly different World War Two love story, with a central character I adored. Just brilliant!'GILL PAUL'Such an emotionally gripping novel portraying how love can be betrayed yet still endure' SUZANNE GOLDRING'I have been swept away by Jacquie Bloese's gorgeous writing, completely transported into the rich, atmospheric, and incredibly moving pages of The French House. . . this is an absolutely stunning, beautifully original novel'JENNY ASHCROFT'The writing is incredibly strong . . . a compelling read with a highly satisfactory ending'GUERNSEY PRESS***In Nazi-occupied Guernsey, the wrong decision can destroy a life... Left profoundly deaf after an accident, Émile is no stranger to isolation - or heartbreak. Now, as Nazi planes loom over Guernsey, he senses life is about to change forever.Trapped in a tense, fearful marriage, Isabelle doesn't know what has become of Émile and the future she hoped for. But when she glimpses him from the window of the French House, their lives collide once more. Leutnant Schreiber is more comfortable wielding a paintbrush than a pistol. But he has little choice in the role he is forced to play in the occupying forces - or in his own forbidden desires. As their paths entwine, loyalties are blurred and dangerous secrets forged. But on an island under occupation, courage can have deadly consequences...Lyrical, moving and compelling, this is a novel about wanting to hear and learning to listen - to the truths of our own hearts. Perfect for lovers of The Nightingale, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and All the Light We Cannot See.'A wonderful story, powerfully written with beautiful characters'JAMES KENT, director of Testament of Youth'A brilliantly moving historical novel' - 2020 Caledonian Novel Award panel

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The sequel to Bernice L. McFadden's incredible classic debut and the Richard and Judy 2021 Book Club pick, SugarIn This Bitter Earth, Sugar Lacey is on her way out of Bigelow, Arkansas, where she'd come to break with the past. With her worn leopard-print suitcase and her head held high, she walks past the prying eyes of its small-minded, cruel-hearted townsfolk, praying for the strength to keep going. She doesn't stop until she arrives at her childhood home in Short Junction. Here she learns the truth about her parentage: a terrible tale of unrequited love, of one man's enduring hatred, and of the black magic that has cursed generations of Lacey women. A powerfully realised novel that brings back the unforgettable characters from Sugar, McFadden's bestselling debut, This Bitter Earth is a testament to the ultimate triumph of the human spirit.Reader reviews for Sugar'Such an enjoyable read... beautifully written, raw and impactful''Riveting, heart-breaking''Very powerful, poignant''Beautifully written... brutal and moving... a must read book''Well-written with rich characters and many twists and turns''So descriptive yet easy to read, and it made me fall in love with all the characters'

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THE BREATHTAKINGLY TWISTY 2022 RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK _______________________________________I'd do anything for my friends - even murder...Georgie, Lissa and Bronwyn have been best friends since they met on their college swimming team. Now Lissa is dead - drowned off the coast of the remote island where her second husband owns a luxury resort. But could a star open-water swimmer really have drowned? Or is something more sinister going on? Brought together for Lissa's memorial, Georgie, Bron, Lissa's grieving husband and their friends find themselves questioning the circumstances around Lissa's death - and each other. As the weather turns ominous, trapping the guests on the island, it slowly dawns on them that Lissa's death was only the beginning. Nobody knows who they can trust. Or if they'll make it off the island alive..._______________________________________Five-Star Reader Reviews:'You can almost smell the coconut sun lotion''Sinister, sneaky and full of devious, dirty secrets''A fantastic thriller that kept me guessing''Top notch escapism'

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OUR MOST NOTORIOUS CRIMINALS HAVE HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT.UNTIL NOW...'Emily' is a devoted single mother.'Jack' starts a new job in a new town.They both share the same secret: neither of them are who they say they are.They are among only nine criminals in the UK who have been granted lifelong anonymity, for their own safety, because of their terrible crimes. But what if someone exposed their true identities to the families of their victims, who are desperate for revenge? Probation officer Olivia Campbell is caught in the crossfire of this crisis - and as the search for the mole behind it all intensifies, so too does the hunt for the vigilante killers let loose by the leaks...RIGHT OR WRONG?CRIMINAL OR VICTIM? REDEMPTION OR REVENGE?*****Praise for AN EYE FOR AN EYE: 'A big, bold, twisting thriller' CHRIS WHITAKER 'A thought-provoking masterclass' DANIEL COLE'A propulsive thriller ... Fast-moving, disturbing and thought-provoking' GUARDIAN, Thrillers of the Month 'A stirring crime novel for the 21st century' DAILY MAIL 'There are no easy answers in this thoughtful, harrowing thriller' THE SUN 'Impressive and compassionate, Eye For An Eye should win prizes' LITERARY REVIEW #EyeForAnEye

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PRE-ORDER EVERYTHING YOU HAVE, THE THRILLING NEW PAGE-TURNER BY KATE RUBY, COMING AUGUST 2024.A RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK 'I couldn’t bear it to end' LOUISE CANDLISH 'A gripping page-turner' LAURA MARSHALL 'Chilling . . . Fast-paced and twisting' SARAH VAUGHAN 'Deliciously twisted' JP DELANEYYou think she wants to help. You're wrong. Lily Appleby will do anything to protect the people she loves. She’s made ruthless choices to make sure their secrets stay buried, and she’s not going to stop now. When her party-animal daughter, Rachel, spins out of control, Lily hires a renowned therapist and healer to help her. Amber is the skilled and intuitive confidante that Rachel desperately needs. But as Rachel falls increasingly under Amber’s spell, she begins to turn against her parents, and Lily grows suspicious. Does Amber really have Rachel’s best interests at heart or is there something darker going on? Only one thing is clear: Rachel is being lied to. Never quite knowing who to believe, her search for the truth will reveal her picture-perfect family as anything but flawless.Loosely based on a true story, this is perfect for fans of Sabine Durrant, Teresa Driscoll and Kate Riordan - a gripping read to be devoured in one sitting, bursting with tension, layered characters and relationships which are never as simple as they first seem . . . 'A parable for our times: accomplished, eloquent and quite terrifying' DAILY MAIL 'Dark and addictive' HEAT 'Chilling in its depiction of manipulation and the impact of childhood trauma; fast-paced and twisting' SARAH VAUGHAN 'A brilliantly constructed tale of rivalry, manipulation and revenge' LOUISE CANDLISH 'Subtle, sly and suspenseful' JP DELANEY ‘What a deliciously dark domestic horror this is, as it picks away at the damage family members do to each other in the name of love . . . Such a clever, nuanced story of revenge, self-destruction, and everyday cruelty’ RUSS THOMAS ‘Superbly dark and glittering with menace, Tell Me Your Lies is not only an absolute gift of a thriller, but a sharp, unflinching take on the long-term consequences of buried trauma and shame’ CAZ FREAR ‘I absolutely loved it. Raced through to the end, totally invested in all the characters, and fascinated by Amber' AMANDA REYNOLDS ‘Expertly paced and beautifully written - but above all a damn juicy read’ CELIA WALDEN

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THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER'It is hard to imagine a more timely novel. A fascinating exploration of all sides of a particularly knotty, politicized issue.' Jodi Picoult'A knock-out twist' Gillian McAllister'Will have book clubs across the country in hot debate! Brilliant.' Clare Mackintosh****Two best friendsElizabeth and Bryony are polar opposites but their unexpected friendship has always worked. They're the best of friends, and godmothers to each other's daughters - because they both trust that the safety of their children is their top priority.One little secretLittle do they know that they differ radically over one very important issue. And when Bryony, afraid of being judged, tells what is supposed to be a harmless white lie before a child's birthday party, the consequences are more catastrophic than either of them could ever have imagined.Every parent's worst nightmare . . . ****'Compelling and nuanced. A hugely impressive page-turner' Ashley Audrain'Really beautifully written, compassionately told and incredibly thought provoking. A truly immersive telling of both sides of a story' Susan Lewis'Insightful, compassionate and nuanced. The Herd is so good.' Louise O'Neill'A genuine rollercoaster that asks big moral questions with beautifully drawn characters.' Sharon Horgan, co-creator of CATASTROPHEHere's what readers are saying about The Herd:'A timely and dramatic novel showing both sides of an ongoing debate. Loved this read!' *****'Such a genuine tale with such high stakes emotion and sensitivity' *****'A fantastic, thought-provoking and gripping book which would make a cracking book club read' *****'A complex, layered, wholly character-driven look at a complicated and controversial subject' *****

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_______________________________On the eve of her ninth birthday, Rose Edelstein bites into her mother's homemade lemon-chocolate cake and discovers she has a magical gift: she can taste her mother's emotions in the slice. All at once her cheerful, can-do mother tastes of despair and desperation. Suddenly, and for the rest of her life, food becomes perilous. Anything can be revealed at any meal.Rose's gift forces her to confront the truth behind her family's emotions - her mother's sadness, her father's detachment and her brother's clash with the world. But as Rose grows up, she learns that there are some secrets even her taste buds cannot discern.The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake is about the pain of loving those whom you know too much about, and the secrets that exist within every family. At once profound, funny, wise and sad, this is a novel to savour._______________________________Now available to preorder: Aimee Bender's new novel, The Butterfly Lampshade

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OVER FOUR MILLION COPIES SOLDThe New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller - a heart-rending story of a lighthouse keeper and his wife who face a life-changing moral dilemma'Unforgettable' GUARDIAN____________________A boat washes up on the shore of a remote lighthouse keeper's island. It holds a dead man - and a crying baby. The only two islanders, Tom and his wife Izzy, are about to make a devastating decision.They break the rules and follow their hearts. What happens next will break yours.____________________'Irresistible . . . a high concept plot that keeps you riveted from the first page' OPRAH MAGAZINE'A moving tale . . . prepare to weep' NEW YORK TIMES'A love story that is both persuasive and tender' SUNDAY TIMESWHAT READERS ARE SAYING:***** 'A beautiful, poignant story, very well told'***** 'By far, one of the best books I've ever read'***** 'A stunning and enjoyable read, one you won't forget'Now a major motion picture starring Alicia Vikander, Michael Fassbender and Rachel Weisz

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***A RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB book 2023***'Nora-Ephron-style wit...comforting, so funny, moving... one of my favourite books ever' MARIAN KEYES'Newman writes loss and laughter in equally brilliant amounts.' BONNIE GARMUS'Dazzling, heart-wrenching, snorty-hilarious... An utter joy to read' RACHEL JOYCE'An absolute masterpiece in characterisation... utterly beautiful.' JOANNA CANNON_______Who knows you better than your best friend? Who knows your secrets, your fears, your desires, your strange imperfect self? Edi and Ash have been best friends for over forty years. Since childhood they have seen each other through life's milestones: stealing vodka from their parents, the Madonna phase, REM concerts, unexpected wakes, marriages, infertility, children. As Ash notes, 'Edi's memory is like the back-up hard drive for mine.' So when Edi is diagnosed with cancer, Ash's world reshapes around the rhythms of Edi's care, from making watermelon ice cubes to music therapy; from snack smuggling to impromptu excursions into the frozen winter night. Because life is about squeezing the joy out of every moment, about building a powerhouse of memories, about learning when to hold on, and when to let go.For fans of Nora Ephron and Sorrow & Bliss, We All Want Impossible Things is a deeply moving, jubilant celebration of life and friendship at its imperfect, radiant, and irreverent best.***COMING SOON: SANDWICH, the new novel from CATHERINE NEWMAN***_____'You'll stay up late devouring every word' KATHERINE HEINY'One of the best novels on friendship I've ever read' AJ PEARCE'I absolutely adored this...what a beautiful, emotional novel' JILL MANSELL'Shot through with whip-smart humour and boundless compassion. It's one of the best debuts I've read in a long time.' HANNAH BECKERMAN

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The brand-new novel from the winner of the Richard and Judy Search for a Bestseller competition.'A CRACKING READ' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY'THIS ATMOSPHERIC WARTIME MYSTERY IS PERFECT FOR FANS OF FOYLE'S WAR' CANDISJune 1944, Romsey, England.Josephine 'Jo' Fox is at an impasse since the unwelcome return of her wayward husband Richard. So, when he disappears again, she is neither concerned nor surprised - until a burning car is discovered with a body inside. And there are signs that Richard is somehow involved.Jo is determined to find both her husband and answers, yet with her friend Bram Nash in hospital suffering an infection of his old war wound, she must do so alone. When information comes to light that implicates Bram too, Jo finds herself on a dangerous path to the truth.But what will be left for her when all is revealed?PRAISE FOR THE JOSEPHINE FOX SERIES:' Terrific ... captures brilliantly the atmosphere of wartime Britain' ANN CLEEVES' Feisty, determined and brave - I loved Josephine Fox' JUDY FINNIGAN'A complete delight ... sings with authenticity' CAZ FREAR

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THE GRIPPING SUMMER 2021 RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK, FROM THE NO.1 BESTSELLER AND MASTER OF SUSPENSEA secret room. A silent girl. A shocking truth.Evie Cormac was found at a murder scene six years ago, hiding in a secret room. She has never revealed her real name, why she was in that house, or what she saw.Forensic psychologist Cyrus Haven wants to help the traumatised teenager. He thinks unravelling Evie's secrets will free her from the past.But he has no idea what he's about to unleash . . .If you love WHEN SHE WAS GOOD, don't miss the new Cyrus & Evie thriller LYING BESIDE YOU.__________WINNER OF THE CRIME WRITERS' ASSOCIATION STEEL DAGGER FOR BEST THRILLER OF 2021'What makes Michael stand out is how he invests suspense with such a strong emotional pull. No one else comes close' Linwood Barclay'Never lets up on the suspense . . . Definitely Robotham's best to date' Globe and Mail'Clever, intriguing and compelling, I loved this book' Rachel Abbott'So good that I rationed my reading as I didn't want to finish it' ***** Reader Review'Tense, immersive and riveting' ***** Reader Review'Keeps your attention in a vice-like grip' ***** Reader ReviewA #1 FICTION BESTSELLER IN AUSTRALIA, AUGUST 2020

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'The perfect fireside read. Veronica McCreedy will capture your heart' TRISHA ASHLEY, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Christmas Invitation'This gorgeous book has everything! Mysteries, misunderstandings, arguments, reconciliations, kindness, love and lots of PENGUINS!'CLARE POOLEY, author of The Authenticity ProjectA delightfully feel-good novel from the author of the Richard & Judy Book Club pick Away With the Penguins. _____Veronica McCreedy can't resist the promise of adventure . . .Nine-year-old Daisy and nearly ninety-year-old Veronica make an unlikely pair of friends. Fiercely independent and impeccably dressed, Veronica has lived an incredible 87 years. Most of them alone, in her huge house by the sea. But with the arrival of brave and resilient Daisy into her life, Veronica finds she has a renewed thirst for adventure - and that they both share a passion for penguins!So when Veronica and Daisy are invited to travel to the other side of the world together and visit the penguins of the southern hemisphere, they both jump at the chance.Veronica had thought her days of new friendships, family and love were over, but perhaps it's never too late for one more adventure?_____Readers are falling in love with Call of the Penguins!***** 'A life-affirming, warm, comforting book to help you feel cosy'***** 'A cockle-warming joy from start to finish'***** 'Emotional, funny, and uplifting'***** 'This story really warmed my heart'***** 'A book to lift the spirits'***** 'Light hearted and absolutely delightful'The brand-new gorgeously feel-good novel from Hazel, Life and Otter Miracles, is available to pre-order now!

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The BBC History 2022 Book of the Year and Richard & Judy Book Club Pick from Sunday Times bestselling author Dan Jones. July 1346. The Hundred Years' War has begun, and King Edward and his lords are on the march through France. But this war belongs to the men on the ground. Swept up in the bloody chaos, a tight-knit company from Essex must stay alive long enough to see their home again. With sword, axe and longbow, the Essex Dogs will fight, from the landing beaches of Normandy to the bloodsoaked field of Crécy. There's Pismire, small enough to infiltrate enemy camps. Scotsman, strong enough to tear down a wall. Millstone, a stonemason who'll do anything to protect his men. Father, a priest turned devilish by the horrors of war. Romford, a talented young archer on the run from his past. And Loveday FitzTalbot, their battle-scarred captain, who just wants to get his boys home safe. Some men fight for glory. Others fight for coin. The Essex Dogs? They fight for each other. Praise for Essex Dogs: 'A book that draws you in page by page. The way Dan Jones writes enemies reminds me of Cornwell at his best, turning up tension click by click.' Conn Iggulden 'A new champion has entered the front line of historical fiction to stand shoulder to shoulder with Bernard Cornwell.' Jane Johnson 'Battle-bloody, brutal and perfectly pitched.' Daily Mail 'Vital, earthy, and heart-stopping.' Suzannah Lipscomb 'The soldiers' lives are rather brilliantly recreated – the kit, the fighting, the boredom and discomfort.' The Times 'Only Dan Jones can carry you through blood, piss and vomit and leave you wanting more.' Daisy Dunn 'A cast of unforgettable characters.' Simon Sebag Montefiore 'Simply stunning.' Duff McKagan, New York Times No1 bestselling author of It’s So Easy, and founder member of Guns N' Roses

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Discover the enthralling Richard & Judy Book Club pick from international bestseller Joseph O'Connor.'The best novel that I've read in the last twenty years... It's fantastic' RICHARD MADELEY'Breathtaking... A hugely entertaining book about the grand scope of friendship and love' Sadie Jones, Guardian__________London, 1878. Three extraordinary people begin their life together - and the idea for Dracula is born.Fresh from life in Dublin, Bram Stoker - now manager of the Lyceum Theatre - is wrestling with dark demons in a new city, in a new marriage, and with his own literary aspirations. As he walks the streets at night, streets haunted by the Ripper and the gossip which swirls around his friend Oscar Wilde, he finds new inspiration. Soon, the eerie tale of Dracula begins to emerge.But Henry Irving, volcanic leading man and impresario, is determined that nothing will get in the way of Bram's dedication to the Lyceum. And both men are growing ever more enchanted by the beauty and boldness of Ellen Terry, the most celebrated actress of her generation.__________Shortlisted for the Costa Novel Award 2019Winner of the Irish Book Awards Novel of the Year'A colourful tale of secret love and public performance...in a romantic, lost London' The Times'Hugely entertaining and atmospheric' DEBORAH MOGGACH'Extraordinary' SEBASTIAN BARRY'A novel I'd recommend to anyone: a rollicking and moving story' James Naughtie, Radio Times'Fabulous... A truly great book you simply cannot put down' JUDY FINNIGAN'Rich, sad, funny, and a beautiful read. You'll LOVE it' RICHARD MADELEY'Ingenious...hugely impressive and utterly haunting' Sunday Mirror*JOSEPH O'CONNOR'S STUNNING NEW NOVEL, MY FATHER'S HOUSE, IS AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW*

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An utterly addictive and unputdownable thriller that will mesmerize and entrance ... and tug at your heart strings. Bestselling author Sharon Bolton has conjured up a read that is perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Cara Hunter and Karin Slaughter.'A dark and haunting thriller. It creeps under your skin and doesn't let you go' -- PAULA HAWKINS, author of The Girl on the Train'Bolton's haunting storylines, vivid characters, and just plain great writing put her in the top tier of psychological thriller writers' - LINWOOD BARCLAY'Claws at your heart. An ever-creeping sense of dread rises from every page' -- Daily Mail'Absolutely brilliant' -- ***** Reader review'A must-read book!' -- ***** Reader review'Held me start to finish and very hard to put down' -- ***** Reader review'Thoroughly absorbing' -- ***** Reader review'MIND BLOWING' -- ***** Reader review************************************************************************************WE WERE INSEPARABLE. UNTIL THE DAY SHE KILLED MY SONS...What's the worst thing your best friend could do to you?Admittedly, it wasn't murder. A moment's carelessness, a tragic accident - and your two children are dead.Living in a small island community, you can't escape the woman who destroyed your life. Each chance encounter is an agonizing reminder of what you've lost - your family, your future, your sanity.How long before revenge becomes irresistible?With no reason to go on living, why shouldn't you turn your darkest thoughts into deeds?So now, what's the worst thing you can do to your best friend?

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Someone took Daisy Mason . . .Someone you know.--------'The last twist was a genuine stroke of genius' John Marrs'A mazey, gripping read' Ian Rankin'Compulsive' Emma Kavanagh Last night, eight-year-old Daisy Mason disappeared from a family party. No one in the quiet suburban street saw anything - or at least that's what they're saying. DI Adam Fawley is trying to keep an open mind. But he knows the nine times out of ten, it's someone the victim knew. That means someone is lying... And that Daisy's time is running out.The first twisty, up-all-night thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling Cara Hunter. For fans of Shari Lapena, Claire Douglas and Lisa Jewell.--------Authors can't get enough of Close to Home'One of the best crime thrillers I have ever read' Kathryn Croft, The Lying Wife 'Cancel everything. You're not going anywhere until you finish' Emily Koch, Keep Him Close'Classy, agile, fresh, unpredictable and utterly compelling' Nicci French, The Unheard 'Cara Hunter is the new queen of the cliffhanger' John Marrs, What Lies Between 'A real gripper of a read' Peter James, Left You Dead 'Clever and wonderfully complex!' Jane Corry, The Lies We Tell 'I finished Close to Home in one sitting!' Nuala Ellwood, The Perfect LifeAnd readers are loving this series, too'All hail the new queen of all things crime' Penny, Netgalley 'Mind-bending brilliance' Kath, Netgalley 'Packed full of twists' Gary, Netgalley 'Definitely for fans of Lisa Gardner, Karin Slaughter and the like' Fiona, Netgalley 'Captivating: full of mystery, tension, moral dilemma . . . outstanding' Peter, Netgalley 'This series just gets better and better' Tina, Netgalley

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Agatha Christie meets The Mitford Murders in this deliciously dark golden age mystery of wartime family secrets and lies in small town England.**DON'T MISS THE LASTEST JOSEPHINE FOX MYSTERY, A CONFLICT OF INTERESTS. OUT NOW!**April 1941, Romsey, England.Josephine 'Jo' Fox hasn't set foot in Romsey in over twenty years. As an illegitimate child, her family - headed by her controlling grandfather - found her an embarrassment. Now, she wants to return to what was once her home and uncover the secret of her parentage. Who was her father and why would her mother never talk about him?Jo arrives the day after the Luftwaffe have bombed the town. The local pub has been completely destroyed and rescue teams are searching for the remains of the seven people known to have been in the pub at the time the bomb hit. They are shocked, however, to uncover eight bodies instead. The eighth, unidentified, body is that of a teenage girl, who no one in the town claims to know. Who is she, how did she get there, but most importantly - who killed her?Teaming up with local coroner and old friend, Bram Nash, Jo sets out to establish the identity of the girl and solve the riddle of her death. In doing so, she also uncovers her own personal mystery.Everyone has secrets - some are just more deadly than others . . .

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THE INTELLIGENT NEW POST-APOCALYPTIC THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR BEHIND BRAND NEW APPLE TV HIT SHINING GIRLS'A smartly written thriller that opens with a satisfying bang . . . splendid' STEPHEN KING'Powerful and intelligent' GUARDIAN'A major, major talent' GEORGE R.R. MARTIN_______A WORLD OF WOMENA MOTHER AND SON ON THE RUNThree years after a virus wiped out most men on earth, Cole's son, Miles, is one of the rare survivors.Yet in this changed world, there are women who would kill to get their hands on that most prized commodity - a living boy.Getting Miles to safety means crossing America with deadly pursuers hot on their heels - including Cole's own sister, Billie.But if there are some who will commit any crime to possess Miles, Cole must face some terrible choices to protect her son . . ._______The powerful and intelligent new thriller from the author of Richard and Judy bestseller The Shining Girls and the prize-winning Zoo CityIncluded in 'Best Books of Summer 2020' in Elle, Entertainment Weekly, Publisher's Weekly and Oprah Magazine_______'Bowstring-taut, visceral, and incredibly timely: Beukes's plague-tale is a parable about the glory and terror of Americanism in times of calamity' Cory Doctorow'A fast-moving thriller [that] splices gut-punching action sequences and feminist gender politics with an impressively light touch. Bubbles with big ideas. This intelligent speculative novel about a pandemic feels alarmingly close to home' Metro'Afterland is that rare creature, a ripping tale that neither shies away from big questions nor interesting answers' New Scientist 'Lauren Beukes is a writer with a startling imagination, and a masterful ability to rewrite the rules of whatever genre she turns to' Ben Winters, author of Underground Airlines and Golden State

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Nanny Wanted is a gripping thriller, as one woman faces ghosts from the past - and a deadly threat to her future. From the bestselling author of Out of Her Depth, Lizzy Barber.'Nanny Wanted is the perfect gothic suspense novel, with complex characters and a creeping sense of dread that will have you turning the pages long after you need to sleep.' - Clare Mackintosh, author of The Last PartyA remote Cornish mansion. The perfect couple. And the deadly secrets that bind them.When Lily finally leaves her toxic relationship, a job as a nanny at Kewney Manor seems like the perfect solution. There, she can cut herself off from her old life, and never have to see him again.The Rowes seem like a model family, and Lily falls instantly in love with her new home. But she can’t help feeling that something isn’t quite right. Why will nobody tell her about the nanny who came before her? Where does Laurie go at night? And what does Charles really want?As Lily becomes increasingly entangled in the Rowes’s lives, she realizes that the perfect family may not be all that they seem. And as much as she fears the past she is running from, perhaps the present is where the real danger lies . . .'A masterful read-in-one-sitting thriller' - B P Walter, author of The Dinner Guest‘Creepily atmospheric’ - Crime Monthly‘A hair raising read’ - Woman’s Own'Reminiscent of a modern Daphne du Maurier novel . . . an unsettling and gripping read.' - The People's Friend Magazine'A tense, slow-burn du Maurier style domestic noir. Loved it.' - Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet and The Cruise'A gorgeous setting that hides a multitude of dark secrets, I devoured this book in less than twenty-four hours.' - Nikki Smith, author of Look What You Made Me Do

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'A gorgeous epic . . . Wholly absorbing. I adored it' MARIAN KEYESTwo young girls. One hot, long, sultry summer. And a rambling old English manor house where nothing is as it seems . . .'This sweeping, absorbing story is a treat' ADELE PARKS'A compelling story of female friendship, dark secrets and family bonds that pulls you in and won't let go' ROSANNA LEY'If you love atmospheric stories about old houses, families and secrets, this is for you' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'A gorgeous story to get immersed in' Prima__________A successful London barrister, Catherine Christophe, goes missing the day before her wedding anniversary. The clue to her disappearance, it seems, lies buried thirty years in the past.Somerset, 1989. Janey Lestrange arrives to stay for the summer at the grand old house of the Hunter family. But something is wrong behind the beautiful façades of Vanes. Janey's childhood friend, Kitty Hunter, her brother and their eccentric parents - once so welcoming - do not seem to want her there. It is only as the night of an ancient and mysterious family ritual looms closer that Janey comes to realise they need her . . .Decades later, the tragic events of that unforgettable summer still cast the darkest shadow. Can the truth about what happened that night ever be brought into the light? __________'Bewitching, beguiling and utterly beautiful, The Beloved Girls will pull you into their mysterious and enchanted world and never let you go. With a cast of compelling characters and a labyrinthine plot, it's a page-turner of the most luxurious kind - a real escape.' VERONICA HENRYCompelling, immersive and luxurious, THE BELOVED GIRLS is the outstanding new novel from the Sunday Times Top Ten bestselling author of The Garden of Lost and Found and The Wildflowers

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OUR MOST NOTORIOUS CRIMINALS HAVE HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT. UNTIL NOW... 'Emily' is a devoted single mother. 'Jack' starts a new job in a new town. 'Russell' may be falling in love. They all share the same secret: none of them are who they say they are. They are among only nine criminals in the UK who have been granted lifelong anonymity, for their own safety, because of their terrible crimes. But what if someone exposed their true identities to the families of their victims, who are desperate for revenge? Probation officer Olivia Campbell is caught in the crossfire of this unprecedented crisis - and as the hunt for the mole behind it all intensifies, so too does the search for the vigilante killers let loose by the leaks...Everyone is a suspect. Anyone could be a killer.Who deserves justice? And who gets to decide? #EyeForAnEye'Horrifying, heartbreaking, deeply thought-provoking. A big, bold, twisting thriller.'CHRIS WHITAKER, author of We Begin At The End'A thought-provoking masterclass of a crime-thriller. This story will stay with you.'DANIEL COLE, author of Ragdoll'A propulsive thriller ... Fast-moving, disturbing and thought-provoking' GUARDIAN, Thrillers of the Month 'A stirring crime novel for the 21st century' DAILY MAIL'There are no easy answers in this thoughtful, harrowing thriller' THE SUN'Impressive and compassionate, Eye For An Eye should win prizes' LITERARY REVIEW* * * * *Praise for the million-copy bestseller M. J. Arlidge'Chilling' THE TIMES 'Addictive' EXPRESS 'Truly excellent' THE SUN 'Nobody does chilling suspense quite like M.J. Arlidge' B.P. WALTER

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OUR MOST NOTORIOUS CRIMINALS HAVE HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT. UNTIL NOW... 'Emily' is a devoted single mother. 'Jack' starts a new job in a new town. 'Russell' may be falling in love. They all share the same secret: none of them are who they say they are. They are among only nine criminals in the UK who have been granted lifelong anonymity, for their own safety, because of their terrible crimes. But what if someone exposed their true identities to the families of their victims, who are desperate for revenge? Probation officer Olivia Campbell is caught in the crossfire of this unprecedented crisis - and as the hunt for the mole behind it all intensifies, so too does the search for the vigilante killers let loose by the leaks...Everyone is a suspect. Anyone could be a killer.Who deserves justice? And who gets to decide? #EyeForAnEye'Horrifying, heartbreaking, deeply thought-provoking. A big, bold, twisting thriller.'CHRIS WHITAKER, author of We Begin At The End'A thought-provoking masterclass of a crime-thriller. This story will stay with you.'DANIEL COLE, author of Ragdoll'A propulsive thriller ... Fast-moving, disturbing and thought-provoking' GUARDIAN, Thrillers of the Month 'A stirring crime novel for the 21st century' DAILY MAIL'There are no easy answers in this thoughtful, harrowing thriller' THE SUN'Impressive and compassionate, Eye For An Eye should win prizes' LITERARY REVIEW* * * * *Praise for the million-copy bestseller M. J. Arlidge'Chilling' THE TIMES 'Addictive' EXPRESS 'Truly excellent' THE SUN 'Nobody does chilling suspense quite like M.J. Arlidge' B.P. WALTER

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The first girl came back.The next might not be so lucky...--------'A real gripper of a read' Peter James 'Masterful, engrossing, twisty' Rosamund Lupton'One of our most exciting crime writers' John Marrs A girl is taken from the streets of Oxford. But it's unlike any abduction DI Fawley's seen before . . . Faith Appleford was attacked, a plastic bag tied over her head, taken to an isolated location . . . and then, by some miracle, she escaped. What's more, when DC Erica Somer interviews Faith, she quickly becomes convinced that Faith knows who her abductor is. Yet Faith refuses to press charges. Without more evidence, it's looking like the police may have to drop the case. But what happens if Faith's attacker strikes again?The fourth twisty, up-all-night thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling Cara Hunter. For fans of Shari Lapena, Claire Douglas and Lisa Jewell.--------What they're saying about Cara Hunter 'Twist follows twist at a breathtaking pace' Daily Mail 'Fantastic...my favourite series ever!' Shari Lapena, Not A Happy Family 'You can almost hear her characters breathing from the page' Jane Corry, We All Have Our Secrets 'Utterly compelling' Nicci French, The Unheard 'A top-notch psychological thriller' JP Delaney, The Perfect Wife 'I was totally gripped and terrified!' Araminta Hall, Hidden Depths 'Hunter has rejuvenated the form' Financial TimesAnd readers are loving this series, too 'All hail the new queen of all things crime' Penny, Netgalley 'Mind-bending brilliance' Kath, Netgalley 'Packed full of twists' Gary, Netgalley 'Definitely for fans of Lisa Gardner, Karin Slaughter and the like' Fiona, Netgalley 'Captivating: full of mystery, tension, moral dilemma . . . outstanding' Peter, Netgalley 'This series just gets better and better' Tina, Netgalley

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'A gorgeous epic . . . Wholly absorbing. I adored it' MARIAN KEYES'This sweeping, absorbing story is a treat' ADELE PARKS'A compelling story of female friendship, dark secrets and family bonds that pulls you in and won't let go' ROSANNA LEY'If you love atmospheric stories about old houses, families and secrets, this is for you' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'A gorgeous story to get immersed in' PrimaBY SUMMER'S END, THERE WILL BE ONLY ONE . . . 'It's a funny old house. They have this ceremony every summer . . . There's an old chapel, in the grounds of the house. Half-derelict. The Hunters keep bees in there. Every year, on the same day, the family processes to the chapel. They open the combs, taste the honey. Take it back to the house. Half for them -' my father winced, as though he had bitten down on a sore tooth. 'And half for us.'Catherine, a successful barrister, vanishes from a train station on the eve of her anniversary. Is it because she saw a figure - someone she believed long dead? Or was it a shadow cast by her troubled, fractured mind?The answer lies buried in the past. It lies in the events of the hot, seismic summer of 1989, at Vanes - a mysterious West Country manor house - where a young girl, Jane Lestrange, arrives to stay with the gilded, grand Hunter family, and where a devastating tragedy will unfold. Over the summer, as an ancient family ritual looms closer, Janey falls for each member of the family in turn. And she and Kitty, the eldest daughter of the house, will forge a bond that decades later, is still shaping the present . . . 'We need the bees to survive, and they need us to survive. Once you understand that, you understand the history of Vanes, you understand our family.''Bewitching, beguiling and utterly beautiful, The Beloved Girls will pull you into their mysterious and enchanted world and never let you go. With a cast of compelling characters and a labyrinthine plot, it's a page-turner of the most luxurious kind - a real escape.' VERONICA HENRYCompelling, immersive and luxurious, THE BELOVED GIRLS is the outstanding new novel from the Sunday Times Top Ten bestselling author of The Garden of Lost and Found and your perfect summer escape.

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THE SINISTER & CHILLING THR SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF RICHARD & JUDY THRILLER NO ONE HOMEI buried you. I mourned you.But now you're back . . .A woman walks into a police station. She has no phone and no ID, just a piece of paper that reads 'David Raker'.She says she's his wife.She looks just like her.She knows everything about him.But David buried his wife eight years ago. Is this really the woman he loved? Did he really say goodbye?Or is he losing his mind?Raker needs to find out the truth before it's too late, because he is now the prime suspect in her disappearance . . . ___________AS SEEN ON THE SARA COX SHOW'His most serpentine and satisfying yet' Daily Mail 'Tense and twisty, with an emotional punch' Karen Perry, bestselling author of Girl Unknown'Kept me guessing until the final page' Jane Corry, bestselling author of My Husband's Wife

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THE HILARIOUS NEW SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND RICHARD & JUDY SUMMER PICK FROM THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FAKING FRIENDS AND TELL ME A SECRET'Absolutely masterly. Bliss' Heat'Had me turning the pages into the small hours' Louise Candlish_________Welcome to The Close - a beautiful street of mansions, where gorgeous Stella is the indisputable Queen Bee . . .It is here that Laura, seeking peace and privacy after her marriage falls apart, rents a tiny studio. Unfortunately, her arrival upsets suspicious Stella - who fears Laura has designs on her fiancé, Al.When Laura stumbles on the big secret Al is hiding, suddenly Stella's perfectly controlled world, and Laura's future, are threatened.Taking a chance on beating Al at his own twisted game, these two former strangers are fast becoming friends. But has Laura forgotten that revenge always comes with a sting in the tail?_________'Razor sharp and laugh-out-loud hilarious' Daily Express'Fabulously engaging' Daily MailWhy people can't get enough of Jane Fallon's books: 'Hugely compelling and unpredictable' Ruth Jones 'She always delivers a fabaliss read' Marian Keyes 'Brilliant, with completely unexpected twists' Gill Sims 'She's the queen of the revenge novel' Heat

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'Terrific - terrifying, amazing' STEPHEN KING 'Completely, indescribably magnificent' MARIAN KEYES ----- A DISAPPEARANCE. A SMALL TOWN. A QUESTION THAT NEEDS ANSWERING... Cal Hooper thought a fixer-upper in a remote Irish village would be the perfect escape. After twenty-five years in the Chicago police force, and a bruising divorce, he just wants to build a new life in a pretty spot with a good pub where nothing much happens. But then a local kid comes looking for his help. His brother has gone missing, and no one, least of all the police, seems to care. Cal wants nothing to do with any kind of investigation, but somehow he can't make himself walk away. Soon Cal will discover that even in the most idyllic small town, secrets lie hidden, people aren't always what they seem, and trouble can come calling at his door. A gripping tale of breath-taking beauty and suspense that asks how we decide what's right and wrong in a world where neither is simple, and what we risk if we fail. WINTER RICHARD AND JUDY BOOKCLUB PICK THE SUNDAY TIMES PAPERBACK OF THE YEAR 2021 THE TIMES PAPERBACK OF THE YEAR 2021 FT BEST BOOK OF 2020 THE GUARDIAN BEST CRIME AND THRILLER BOOK OF 2020 THE TIMES THRILLER OF THE YEAR 2020 ----- 'I'm a big fan of Tana French' IAN RANKIN 'I didn't want it to end' HARRIET TYCE 'To say Tana French is one of the great thriller writers is really too limiting. Rather she's simply this: a truly great writer' GILLIAN FLYNN 'Immersive and atmospheric ... Cal and Trey could very well be the new sort of heroes we need in this strange world' ARAMINTA HALL 'This is a tour de force of suspense and storytelling. Comes closer to perfection than anything I've read in the last decade' SARAH HILARY 'The Searcher is its own kind of masterpiece' WASHINGTON POST 'One of the most compulsive psychological mysteries since Donna Tartt's The Secret History' THE TIMES 'French offers a masterclass in unreliability' SUNDAY TIMES '[Crime fiction's] biggest contemporary star' GUARDIAN 'One of the finest writers of contemporary crime fiction' THE DAILY MAIL 'An audacious departure for this immensely talented author . . . not to be missed' THE NEW YORK TIMES 'Nuanced and compelling' THE NEW YORKER

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From the winner of the Richard and Judy Search for a Bestseller competition comes another tantalising Golden Age wartime mystery.**DON'T MISS THE LASTEST JOSEPHINE FOX MYSTERY, A CONFLICT OF INTERESTS. OUT NOW!**PRAISE FOR THE JOSEPHINE FOX SERIES:'Terrific ... captures brilliantly the atmosphere of wartime Britain' ANN CLEEVES'Feisty, determined and brave - I loved Josephine Fox' JUDY FINNIGAN'A complete delight ... sings with authenticity' CAZ FREARDECEMBER 1942. As the war rages on, the accidental death of a young man is almost unremarkable. Except this young man was patrolling the grounds of Hursley Park House, where teams are designing crucial modifications to the Spitfire - and he was found clutching part of a blueprint.JANUARY 1943. Josephine Fox is given a code name and a mission as she is seconded to Hursley: uncover the network responsible for information leaks to the enemy. And when the dead man's father visits Bram Nash convinced that his son was innocent of espionage and the victim of murder, her friend is also drawn into the investigation.But as Jo and Bram circle closer to the truth, danger is closing in around them...*INCLUDES AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT THE NEXT JOSEPHINE FOX MYSTERY, A CONFLICT OF INTERESTS*

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A wonderfully romantic novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Country Escape and A Wedding in Provence.'Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ PEARCE'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' SUNDAY EXPRESS'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' RED_________________It's the season of new beginnings for Helena and Gilly.Gilly runs her own B&B business from her much-loved family home, which she doesn't want to part with - at any price.But that's before she meets handsome estate agent Leo, and soon she begins to wonder whether selling up might not be such a bad idea after all.Meanwhile Gilly's daughter Helena has a budding romance of her own. A talented weaver, she's becoming very close to her new landlord, Jago, who's offered to help her at an upcoming craft fair.It's what friends do, and they are just friends. Aren't they?With spring in full bloom, Helena and Gilly begin to ask themselves the same question:Might their new loves lead to happily ever after?_________________The whole world loves Katie Fforde's work ...'How I wish I could live inside Katie Fforde's novels. They're such a joy, and A Springtime Affair is a winner. I'm all set for spring now!' JILL MANSELL'A Springtime Affair is the most lovely, comforting book! Mother and daughter deal with family and romantic problems and here at last is a writer who acknowledges the Power of Shortbread! Really enjoyed it' ADELE GERAS'I relaxed and unwound with this lovely, springy, gentle and romantic story by the wonderful Katie Fforde. You're in for a treat!' MILLY JOHNSON'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' SUNDAY TIMES'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' CLOSER'If you've been feeling that spring is on its way, I massively recommend A Springtime Affair, it's just brilliant!' JUDY ASTLEY

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A wonderfully romantic novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Country Escape and A Wedding in Provence.'Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ PEARCE'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' SUNDAY EXPRESS'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' RED_________________It's the season of new beginnings for Helena and Gilly.Gilly runs her own B&B business from her much-loved family home, which she doesn't want to part with - at any price.But that's before she meets handsome estate agent Leo, and soon she begins to wonder whether selling up might not be such a bad idea after all.Meanwhile Gilly's daughter Helena has a budding romance of her own. A talented weaver, she's becoming very close to her new landlord, Jago, who's offered to help her at an upcoming craft fair.It's what friends do, and they are just friends. Aren't they?With spring in full bloom, Helena and Gilly begin to ask themselves the same question:Might their new loves lead to happily ever after?_________________The whole world loves Katie Fforde's work ...'How I wish I could live inside Katie Fforde's novels. They're such a joy, and A Springtime Affair is a winner. I'm all set for spring now!' JILL MANSELL'A Springtime Affair is the most lovely, comforting book! Mother and daughter deal with family and romantic problems and here at last is a writer who acknowledges the Power of Shortbread! Really enjoyed it' ADELE GERAS'I relaxed and unwound with this lovely, springy, gentle and romantic story by the wonderful Katie Fforde. You're in for a treat!' MILLY JOHNSON'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' SUNDAY TIMES'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' CLOSER'If you've been feeling that spring is on its way, I massively recommend A Springtime Affair, it's just brilliant!' JUDY ASTLEY

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