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The New York Times bestselling author of In Five Years and One Italian Summer returns with “a romantic gem” (Laura Dave, New York Times bestselling author) about a young woman who decides to finally live for herself rather than rely on the universe for answers.Daphne Bell believes the universe has a plan for her. Every time she meets a new man, she receives a slip of paper with his name and a number on it—the exact amount of time they will be together. The papers told her she'd spend three days with Martin in Paris; five weeks with Noah in San Francisco; and three months with Hugo, her ex-boyfriend turned best friend. Daphne has been receiving the numbered papers for over twenty years, always wondering when there might be one without an expiration. Finally, the night of a blind date at her favorite Los Angeles restaurant, there's only a name: Jake. But as Jake and Daphne's story unfolds, Daphne finds herself doubting the paper's prediction, and wrestling with what it means to be both committed and truthful. Because Daphne knows things Jake doesn't, information that—if he found out—would break his heart. “Daphne's sometimes heart-wrenching, often heartwarming search for meaningful relationships, both romantic and platonic, is sure to inspire” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) new and longtime fans of Rebecca Serle.

Why do we hold on to things we don't need? “A beautifully assured debut that is part love story, part psychological slow-burner” (Emma Jane Unsworth, international bestselling author of Animals). Miriam is twenty-nine; temping, living with a flatmate who is no longer a friend, and still trying to find her place in life. To move forward, she decides to dispose of the many possessions that anchor her in the past. When Erik, an artist and photographer in his mid-forties, hires Miriam to help clear out his book-filled, paper-packed home, she begins to feel drawn to him, despite his obsessive hoarding and the fact that he's still haunted by his previous marriage. But can there be a happy ending for the troubled pair? This powerful, moving novel explores the unlikely relationship between two very different people—and explores deep questions about fear, freedom, and attachment. “Weaves its way through the cracks of our everyday perceptions to skilfully explore complex issues around illness, grief and longing.... Combining exquisite descriptions with scalpel-sharp human insights, this is a book to languish in, and emerge from deeply moved. It marks the arrival of an elegant and thrilling new voice in literary fiction.” —Emma Jane Unsworth “A simply riveting and unfailingly entertaining read.” —Midwest Book Review “A strong debut novel.” —The Manchester Review

From USA Today bestselling author Sally Kilpatrick comes a country-fried take on Romeo and Juliet.The second worst thing Romy Satterfield ever did was fall in love with Julian McElroy. The first was to marry him.For decades, her family and his have been locked in a feud—their farms separated only by a narrow creek and thick band of bad blood with both sides committing their fair share of sins. Once upon a time, Romy and Julian thought they could change that—right up until the moment he stood her up on their wedding night.When her father breaks his leg, Romy reluctantly returns to care for him and the family farm. Seems like the universe is saying it's time to get that divorce—especially since she's engaged to Nashville's most eligible bachelor. All she has to do is get Julian to sign the papers—too bad he's never been one to make things easy for her.

Available in one volume for the first time: Yesterday's Hero and White Lace and Promises, two of Debbie Macomber's classic novels about finding love in the most unexpected places.Yesterday's Hero: Nothing is going to keep marine biologist Leah Talmadge or world-famous photographer Cain Hawkins from the chance to study the rare whales of the Diamantina Islands. But the traditional governor of the islands won't permit two unmarried people to live together, even for a once-in-a-lifetime expedition. The two refuse to miss out and decide to get married on paper only. And why not? They both desperately want to document the whales, and a pretend marriage won't have any effect on their lives after this, right? But when the lines of their relationship begin to blur, the two must reevaluate what they want.White Lace and Promises: Marrying Glenn Lambert was either the smartest thing Maggie Kingsbury has ever done or the craziest mistake of her life. It's been a long time since they were children and best of friends. They went their separate ways in adulthood, until a chance encounter at a wedding inspires a spontaneous leap of faith. As past disappointments and unhealed emotions start to wreak havoc on their lives, Glenn and Maggie need to decide whether they will remain strangers—or whether they belong together after all.

INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER!A professional baseball player and his heckler prove that true love is worth going to bat for in the next swoony romance by USA Today bestselling author Alicia Thompson. Daphne Brink doesn't follow baseball, but watching “America's Snoozefest” certainly beats sitting at home in the days after she signs her divorce papers. After one too many ballpark beers, she heckles Carolina Battery player Chris Kepler, who quickly proves there might actually be a little crying in baseball. Horrified, Daphne reaches out to Chris on social media to apologize... but forgets to identify herself as his heckler in her message. Chris doesn't usually respond to random fans on social media, but he's grieving and fragile after an emotionally turbulent few months. When a DM from “Duckie” catches his eye, he impulsively messages back. Duckie is sweet, funny, and seems to understand him in a way no one else does. Daphne isn't sure how much longer she can keep lying to Chris, especially as she starts working with the team in real life and their feelings for each other deepen. When he finds out the truth, will it be three strikes, she's out?

They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but when Lewis wakes up married after a wild, drunken night at his best friend's bachelorette party, he's worried he's affected the rest of his life. Tad might be sweet, drop-dead gorgeous, and so easy to be with, but the obvious solution is a speedy divorce. The fact that they both live in New York City should make the process easy… so why is it taking them so long to sign the papers? Or even take off their rings? And why do they keep ending up in bed? Tad's anxiety and fear of coming out to his family has driven guys away before. Can he dare to believe Lewis is different? Lewis, his friends, and his loud, loving Italian family support Tad in a way he's never experienced, and it's easy to imagine a lifetime of that unconditional love. But life isn't a romcom… Or is it?

This collection includes all 12 books in the Kaleidoscope series.Black Tie: A CEO makes an offer for a new PA that may include more than just keeping his calendar. Little does he know his new PA does more than help him forget the past, she fixes it.Blue-Eyed Devil: A man offers his help to a woman desperate to fix her PC. When he accidentally peeks at her through the camera, he can't believe what he sees.Firecracker Red: A woman asks her ex for help with a predicament with her business. He agrees but also designs the most perfect way to break her out of controlling ways.Angel In White: A gay man's boyfriend stumbles into his female roommate's bedroom only to discover she means more to them than just someone to share the rent.The Yellow House Next Door: A thirty-year-old man sets his sights on his recently divorced, cougar neighbor, vowing to show her all that she's missed.Pretty In Purple: A man learns of his friend's secret lust for his girlfriend and devises a way to make her fantasy come true.A Smattering of Gray: A co-ed's secret crush on her dad's boss manifests when he devises a way to have her intern for him the entire summer.Plush Pink Lips: A woman ready to throw in the towel when it comes to love gets an offer of help from her bestie, who is like a big brother to her.Lush Lavender: He may be her doctor, but he's still a hot-blooded man. Surely, the newly divorced Paige could use a little TLC.Scarlet Silk: Micaela doesn't have the patience to climb the corporate ladder the usual way. She's gonna do it her way... even if it means crossing a few lines.That Stormy Obsidian Night: A college student braves the storm to turn in her final paper to her professor, finding more than a safe haven when the power goes out.Brown Box Delivery: Her delivery man is a feast for the eyes, and after three years, could he deliver more than just her packages?Get it now!

Would you swap houses with a stranger?Nina has always played it safe. But when her divorce papers come through on her fortieth birthday she decides enough is enough.She's always chosen the sensible route, staying in her stable job and marrying her rather boring ex. In fact – she realises – she's chosen security over excitement for years. Ever since she refused to elope with her first love: beautiful, poetic, thoughtful Pierre, the man she met aged 17, on her French exchange. The only man who ever made her heart race.Maybe it's time to take a few risks?Impulsively she goes online and finds another kind of French exchange… a house-swap. She can't imagine what French businessman Jean-Luc wants with her terraced home in rural England, but she can't wait to stay in his beautiful, spacious, bougainvillea-strewn villa on the French riviera.She's not just there for the house though. She's decided to find the love she missed all those years ago. But will Pierre still be the man of her dreams after all this time?As two lives collide, will love bloom on the French riviera?A gorgeously escapist story for fans of The Holiday, from the bestselling author of A Year at the French Farmhouse.Readers love Gillian Harvey!‘Irresistible! Sparkles with warmth, wit and compassion. A treat from start to finish!'Nicola Gill‘Wonderfully warm and enchanting… With empathy, insight, and humour… Will delight readers seeking their own escape'Natalie Jenner‘An uplifting, heartwarming, escapist novel to be read with a DO NOT DISTURB sign, because once you start that very first page, you are not going to want to put it down'Kim Nash‘A wonderfully heartwarming and uplifting novel full of friendship and adventure which reminds you never to give up on romance'Sarah Hope'As delightful as it is moving – a true gem of a novel... enchanting, wise and wonderfully uplifting'Isabelle Broom'Uplifting, feel-good and hilarious... for anyone who has ever had their heart broken. This is escapism at its best. Every page felt like I was on holiday with my best friends. Gillian has done it again!'Tim Ewins‘A joy… Honestly, I loved this story so much. It is filled with hope, and there are emotional moments as well'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Gillian Harvey's books are the ultimate treat… Funny, witty, emotional, endearing… Her books are everything!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

USA Today bestseller'A heartfelt and hilarious frolic through a nostalgic landscape of color wars, first kisses, and toilet-paper porch decor—with a cocktail in hand.'—Shelby Van Pelt, New York Times Bestselling author of Remarkably Bright CreaturesTwo former best friends each find love at an adults-only summer camp in this romantic and nostalgic novel that proves “once a camp person, always a camp person.” Growing up, Jessie and Hillary lived for summer, when they'd be reunited at Camp Chickawah. The best friends vowed to become counselors together someday, but they drifted apart after Hillary broke her promise and only Jessie stuck to their plan, working her way up to become the camp director. When Jessie learns that the camp will be sold, she decides to plan one last hurrah, inviting past campers—including Hillary—to a nostalgic “adult summer camp” before closing for good. Jessie and Hillary rebuild their friendship as they relive the best time of their lives—only now there are adult beverages, skinny dipping, and romantic entanglements. Straitlaced Hillary agrees to a “no strings attached” summer fling with the camp chef, while outgoing Jessie is drawn to a moody, reclusive writer who's rented a cabin to work on his novel. The friends soon realize this doesn't have to be the last summer. They'll team up and work together, just like the old days. But if they can't save their beloved camp, will they be able to take the happiness of this summer away with them?

A boxed set containing three of Jennifer Scoullar's most popular books! Book 1 - The Mallee Girl - Armed with nothing but some loose change and her beloved dog Duke, Mallee girl Pippa Black has finally found the courage she needs to escape a dangerous relationship. Two cryptic words written on a paper napkin send her in search of the one person who might help her - a long-lost brother she has always dreamed of finding. Book 2 - Paradise Valley - Ambitious country reporter Del Fisher seems to have it all. She's just landed her dream job, along with an engagement to Nick, Winga's most eligible bachelor and son of local mayor and mining tycoon, Carson Shaw. But Del is blindsided when a feature article and its shocking allegations about the Shaw family is published under her name. Book 3 - The Rivertown Vet - Local vet Jana Malinski runs a wombat sanctuary with her sister on their family's serene property by the Murray River. But Jana's routine is up-ended after a chance encounter with handsome accountant and single dad Mark - the man who broke her heart in high school.

Núria Fortuny, l'autora de comèdia romàntica referent en català, recupera en un únic volum el seu gran èxit en la auto publicació, en un únic llibre. Carlota: cambrera de professió i ànima d'escriptora. Creu en la màgia de l'amor i en l'energia. Jana: independent, no té pèls a la llengua. No necessita cap home per ser feliç. Daniela: odia els canvis i sempre va vestida de pors. És a punt de casar-se. Abril: germana de la Carlota i actriu. Ha de decidir quin paper interpretar en el seu matrimoni. Quatre dones, cercadores de somnis, en una història d'amor, d'amistat, de pèrdues... i de tequila. Què en diuen els lectors i lectores: «Ideal com a llibre d'estiu». Jordi «Es disfruta de la lectura amb rialles i tot el que succeeix: amor i desamor». Carmen «Divertida, real i fresca. No la pots deixar fins que arribes al final». Marta

Shakespeare's famous comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, gets a modern retelling in a lighthearted rom-com that proves'the course of true love'(and the merging of families, for that matter)'never did run smooth.'Fans of Jenny Proctor and Courtney Walsh will get swept away in this romance about second chances.Helena's a'fly by the seat of her pants'kind of girl. Amelia's got her perfect life planned down to the minute. How will they ever get through their parents'wedding--let alone a life as stepsisters--without ripping each other apart?Twenty-seven-year-old Helena Crosby is over her mom Nora's wedding--and it hasn't even happened yet. For months, Helena's been dreading the day she and Nora would become part of The Perfects, aka the Maddox family, led by oldest perfect daughter Amelia. Her complete opposite in every way, Amelia owns a house, runs her father's architecture firm, and is engaged to her also perfect (and dreamy) fiancé Gage, all before the age of thirty. Helena has no idea how she's going to fit into this family with their fancy traditions and strict timetables. Thankfully, her best friend Landon is joining the festivities as her emotional support plus one--and the perfect buffer between her and her new family.Amelia Maddox has spent months planning the perfect wedding week for her dad Steve and his bride-to-be Nora. She'd planned for every consistency... except for her new free spirited stepsister's deadly shellfish allergy, her brother's insistence on blowing up his life, and an unexpected guest on Helena's arm. A guest she hasn't seen in years. A guest who held her heart years before her fiancé Gage ever did... her ex Landon Blake. But no matter--Amelia's kept the Maddox family together since her mother died a few years ago. She's not going to be thrown by Landon's deep blue eyes and sun-bronzed forearms and the way he makes her feel all warm and cozy, like she's come home to herself. Nope. She has duties to attend to: being the best daughter, sister, fiancée, boss, and wedding coordinator. And she's going to bring her Eldest Daughter Energy to it all and push down those inconvenient feelings, no matter what.Through a whirlwind week of wedding activities and a few near disasters, both Amelia and Helena realize that sometimes the blueprints for the perfect family and relationship look better on paper than in real life--and that family isn't only made of the people you're born with. Family is also made of the people we choose over and over again.This heartwarming and hilarious rom-com is a low-spice, high-energy romp with sailing disasters, a rogue pet parrot, and two mismatched couples. Think 27 Dresses meets Shakespeare on the beach! Perfect for book clubs, with its themes of love, family, and second chances, the book includes discussion questions to help get the conversation started.

You are cordially invited to view one of a triptych of stories involving the lives and loves of gay men who work or volunteer at the Sunrise Arts Center in Stafford, North Carolina.The three stories in this box set revolve around three men -- one a high school senior, one thirty-something, and one recently retired -- as each looks for companionship and love. Contains the stories:Whitney: Becoming the director of an arts center close to where he grew up seems like the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for Whitney Pell. He enjoys playing the field... for a while. Then he begins to miss being part of a couple. The wedding band on Stuart Blount's finger means he's straight, or does it? Will Whitney's present cause the picture of domestic bliss they're painting to be torn apart?Jonathan: Retired English prof Jonathan Baker joins a men's book group and meets high school English teacher Frank Cummings. The men have several things in common. Both teachers, both belong to the same church, and both are of a similar age. Jonathan has previously lost a lover to illness and fears history repeating itself. Should people their age enter into relationships or just stay friends?Louis: Louis LeFevre doesn't fit in. He's Haitian, gay, and is a photography nerd. Judd Thomas is a soccer jock and needs help with an art term paper. Louis helps him get the terms and concepts right. They make for unlikely study buddies, much less lovers. Will their relationship develop into something beautiful or will they be forced to blow the whistle and walk away?

Michael and Sarah are a normal married couple. Or are they? What happens when fantasy and reality cross?This couple finds out that pleasing each other with different scenarios might not be what they are really yearning for. Michael puts pen to paper and gets more than he bargained for when Sarah finds his hidden manuscript...

Alexis, après des années à la tête de la mafia, commence à voir les barrières qu'il a érigées autour de lui s'effondrer. Sa rencontre avec Alessio éveille en lui des tourments intérieurs qu'il n'avait jamais envisagés. Comment peut-il concilier son rôle de chef impitoyable avec l'homme qu'il aspire à être?Alexis vit dans l'ombre, personne ne connaît sa véritable identité. Il ne veut pas être simplement un chef de mafia sanguinaire, mais il refuse également de n'être qu'un homme parmi tant d'autres. Complexe et en pleine lutte intérieure, Alexis voit en Alessio la clé pour découvrir sa véritable voie. Mais pour cela, il devra affronter ses démons et réconcilier ses deux facettes opposées.Ce roman intense plonge dans les profondeurs d'une âme tourmentée, tiraillée entre pouvoir, identité et rédemption. À propos de l'autrice :Babethe Atineaulle, passionnée d'écriture et de création, est une femme de 42 ans originaire de Normandie. Maman de six enfants, elle mène sa vie avec intensité et liberté, explorant à fond chaque moment. C'est cette passion qui l'a poussée à écrire, transformant des idées fugaces en histoires captivantes. Quand elle n'écrit pas, Babethe se consacre à des activités créatives comme le scrapbooking et le Paper Craft. Chaque soir, elle respecte son rituel de lecture, qu'elle considère comme essentiel pour une bonne nuit de sommeil. Aimante et dévouée à son entourage, Babethe combine amour de l'écriture et joie de partager ses histoires avec le monde.

An engaged couple's compatibility is put to the test during their ill-fated early honeymoon in this smart, dazzling, and provocative summer comedy perfect for fans of People We Meet on Vacation.5 Signs You and Your Fiancé Might Be Secretly Incompatible…and #3 Will Shock You!Ray Bruno and Kip Hayes are horrible on paper. Ray is a chaotic millennial ex-clickbait-writer who's been oversharing his every thought online since he was a teenager, and Kip is a pragmatic Gen X doctor who values privacy above all else.But somehow it all manages to work…until Ray convinces Kip to join him for an early honeymoon at a famous lux resort in Ray's coastal New England hometown, eschewing the tradition of bachelor parties and hoping to recharge before their end-of-August wedding. When a surprising encounter with another couple at the resort leads to a series of escalating mishaps and miscommunications, Ray and Kip are forced to look at their many differences in a stark new light, turning the trip into less of a vacation and more of a test: will they be able to work through their issues in time for the big day? Or is this marriage over before it begins?

You are cordially invited to view another of a triptych of stories involving the lives and loves of gay men who work or volunteer at the Sunrise Arts Center in Stafford, North Carolina.High school senior Louis LeFevre feels he doesn't fit in. He's Haitian by birth and doesn't resemble the African-American students. His French-sounding name doesn't help him fit in either. Although he does phys ed -- he's gay and wants to look good -- he prefers arts, particularly photography. He spends much of his free time at the Sunrise Arts Center, whose new and incredibly sexy director helps Louis put together a portfolio of his work for his college applications.The quintessential soccer jock, Judd Thomas, is keeping a secret. He's gay. He struggles to write a term paper on the sculptor Bernini and his art teacher is little help so he's introduced to Louis to help him get the art terms and concepts right. Judd and Louis make for unlikely study buddies, much less lovers, but they say opposites attract, and Judd and Louis are definitely attracted to each other.Some members of the soccer team object to their star striker associating with someone they perceive as gay, and try to ruin Judd's chances of getting a soccer scholarship to college. Judd and Louis are still young, and their lives are bound to go in different directions after graduation. Will their relationship develop into something beautiful, or will they be forced to call it quits and walk away?

Collide is the first book in the Off the Ice seriesThe second novel, Spiral, will be out in January 2025, you can pre-order it now'Equal parts spicy and sweet'Peyton Corinne, author of UnsteadyWhen Summer Preston's professor issues her with an ultimatum, she finds herself on an unexpected collision course with hockey captain, Aiden Crawford. Summer hates everything about hockey, for good reason, but she isn't going to let that stand in the way of her becoming a sports psychologist.Aiden loves being the hockey captain, except when his team's reckless mistakes risk jeopardizing their entire season. When coach puts him forward for a research paper as punishment, he has no choice but to accept. Summer can't stand his blasé approach to life, and Aiden doesn't understand her uptight, scheduled one. They are off to a rocky start, and provoking each other – it turns out – is what they do best. But losing isn't something either of them does well. Maybe there's a way for both of them to win?Now with a never-before-seen bonus scene from Summer and Aiden's love story as well as an extract from the next book in the Off the Ice series. Find out which of your favourite characters from Collide will be featured next!If you love...Ice hockeyCollege settingReverse grumpy meets sunshineForced proximityNo third act breakupMulti-racial charactersHe falls firstDual POV... you're going to love CollideReaders are falling for Summer and Aiden...'The spice levels won't disappoint'•••••'Someone please point me in the direction of where I can get my own Aiden Crawford'•••••'I'm already looking forward to the rest of her books!'•••••'Classic Capricorn and Virgo pairing'•••••'If you loved The Deal and Icebreaker, you'll love this!!! I could not put this book down!'•••••

Can one Amish woman give a struggling widower with five rowdy boys a helping hand—and chance at love—this Christmas season? Phoebe Kropf knows everyone thinks she's a bit odd—and more than a little accident-prone. She doesn't understand why they fuss over her at home rather than see her as a bright, independent Amish woman. So when a friend asks Phoebe to help care for a house full of young men in nearby Sweetbrier Creek, she leaps at the chance to prove she's more than her shortcomings... Widower Seth Beiler is in over his head with his five orphaned brieder to care for and all the Christmas orders his woodworking shop needs to fulfill. When he asked for help with some cooking and cleaning, he wasn't expecting a housekeeper as unconventional—or lovely—as Phoebe. Yet her warm care and holiday traditions win their hearts one by one. And soon the farmhouse finally starts to feel like home again. When the Christmas season and Phoebe's time there is nearly at an end, will Seth convince her that the greatest gift would be her staying... as part of their familye?

From a New York Times–bestselling author, two novellas featuring southern women who have loved and lost—and are surprised by a second chance at romance. Mad in Mississippi Bitsy Yarborough believes she's played her cards right by marrying her high school sweetheart and settling down to a sweet life in her small southern hometown. Until she discovers, on the night of her fifteenth wedding anniversary no less, an unrecognizable lipstick shade on her husband's collar and a blue pop-off nail in his tighty whities. Shocked to the core, Bitsy knows revenge is the only answer for the scoundrel she vowed to love forever. So she hires local PI Fisher Means to help build a case against her cheating husband and his harem of hussies. Only to discover she might have a few tender feelings left in her heart—for a man who is most definitely not her husband.... Rain Down on Me A life of solitude in a remote cabin in the Ozarks is all Skye Raley wants after the devastating loss of her husband. Until the self-sufficient widow encounters a man stumbling across the road in a thunderstorm, injured and in need of care. Once Skye opens her home to Max Bridger, healing his wounds and hearing the stories of his own lonely life, she discovers a connection to the rugged military man she never dreamed she'd have again. But once the rain stops and Max returns to his world, will her heart ever be content again? “Sharon Sala is a consummate story teller.... If you can stop reading, you're a better woman than me.” —#1 New York Times–bestselling author Debbie Macomber

Hannah McDonald has endured numerous tragedies in her life. It appears that anyone who becomes close to her inevitably departs. Just as she relinquishes hope for happiness, an eastern stranger comes to her rescue. Can she allow him to love her and reciprocate that love, or will her fear of loss keep them apart? Matthew London fled from the life his parents had planned for him to pursue his dream of owning a ranch. Will being a Texas rancher bring him happiness, or will a trapper's daughter show him the true worth of life? Just as he's about to discover, an act of violence threatens to strip it all away from him. Follow these two lives as they place their faith and trust in God to guide them through trying times, and witness what God has in store for them.

The Demon Kings love hard and their loyalty runs deep. Running for her life with nothing but a backpack and a stolen truck, Kailey knows her ex will end her if he finds her. When her escape vehicle breaks down in the California desert, she's sure her luck has run out, until out of nowhere a mysterious biker appears like a dark angel in her hour of need. Diablo, President of the Demon Kings MC, has never believed in love at first sight. But when he stumbles upon a beautifully broken woman on the side of the road, his protective instincts kick into overdrive. Taking her under his wing feels natural, claiming her as his feels right, but keeping her safe might be his biggest challenge yet. With her ex showing up in Demon Creek and a rat feeding information to their enemies, Diablo will stop at nothing to protect his queen and their unborn child—even if it means sacrificing his own freedom. When two broken souls find healing in each other's arms will their love be strong enough to survive the storm heading their way? Join Cali Foxx as she brings you the heart-pounding love story of Kailey and Diablo in Diablo's Queen.

Los padres de una joven quieren experimentar con el sexo y ella intentará ayudarlos a que cumplan sus sueños. En plena crisis con su novio, Cecilia, una biotecnóloga obsesionada por su trabajo en un laboratorio, recibe un extraño pedido de sus padres, que a los sesenta y cinco años quieren ser swingers. Con su espíritu científico, entrará en ese mundo para asegurarles placeres confiables. Así, mientras asiste al ocaso de su noviazgo, verá cómo sus padres apuestan a renovar el amor abriendo la pareja. Los amigos de mis papás es la historia de una hija que no quiere saber, pero quiere ayudar. También, de un matrimonio que, en edad de jubilarse, no jubila el deseo. Una novela que habla de aquello en lo que evitamos pensar: el sexo de los padres. Romina Tamburello encuentra el tono justo para contar esta historia. Les da a sus criaturas humor, ternura, inteligencia, desprejuicio. Y nos permite asomarnos a las múltiples capas de lo humano.

Marcus always thought life had a plan: paint by day, avoid commitment by night. But when he's literally struck by lightning in front of his apartment, things take a wild turn—especially when his cute, quirky neighbor, AJ, crashes his UPS truck after witnessing the whole thing. AJ, a free-spirited dreamer with a big heart, heroically performs CPR to save Marcus's life. As they navigate the aftermath of the bizarre accident, their small neighborhood community rallies together. Tenesha, the outspoken single mom next door, along with her hilarious son Po and their mischievous dog Marco, become unlikely friends to both men. While Marcus struggles to recover and AJ faces his own insecurities, the group leans on each other for support. As sparks of romance start flying between Marcus and AJ, the pair soon realize that fate might have more in store than either of them imagined. When chaos threatens their lives again, AJ steps up, proving that lightning can strike twice—but love, once ignited, is there to stay. Filled with humor, heart, and unexpected twists,'Struck by Lightning'is a feel-good rom-com about finding love when you least expect it and the beautiful messiness of community.

Preorder the next instalment in Georgina Troy's uplifting Hollyhock Farm seriesFestival season has come to Hollyhock Farm…Since his sister Lettie took over their parents'farm on the beautiful island of Jersey at the start of the year, Zac Torel's life has changed completely. Zac loves Hollyhock Farm, and he's determined to help Lettie succeed, but when their insurance company refuses to pay for the restoration of one of their barns in time for winter, the clock is ticking for the Torels to raise the money themselves.The siblings decide to host a wellness festival, but with the summer already well underway, they've got their work cut out to get everything ready before the season ends. Lettie recruits the help of Melody, a yoga teacher from Edinburgh. New to the island, Melody is determined to shake things up and make a success of Lettie's festival.But Melody has come to Jersey with more baggage than her small backpack implies. And as her friendship with Zac grows, will her past catch up with her?Readers LOVE Georgina Troy's books:'A gorgeous beachside setting, divine ice-cream sundaes, and a scorching summer love story - this book has it all!'Christina Jones'I thoroughly enjoyed spending time in this charming, evocative story. It's a perfect book to enjoy by the pool, in the sunshine, with a glass of Prosecco!'Kirsty Greenwood'A wonderfully warm and sweet summer read'Karen Clarke‘A lovely feel good factor book by Georgina Troy. I have read quite a few of her books and I have thoroughly enjoyed each one, and I have to say that this book didn't disappoint me.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another wonderful Author whose writing is funny, captivating and engaging. I really enjoyed immersing myself into this beautiful romance novel,'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I really enjoyed my time on Jersey and at Hollyhock Farm.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I thoroughly enjoyed this initial book; the characters are incredibly relatable – even one of vet Brodie's patients shares the same name as my first cat, Smudge, when I left home! Eagerly anticipating the next installment!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Overall an absolutely perfect light hearted, stunning unputdownable page turner that will sweep you off your feet and land you in Jersey.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Welcome to Hollyhock Farm is a modern romance set on the beautiful island of Jersey. The writing brings out a lot of detail about the characters and the place but without being over descriptive.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘If you're looking for somewhere scenic to escape, then I definitely recommend Welcome to Hollyhock Farm by Georgina Troy, it had everything I wanted for that perfect weekend, just grab a brew, park yourself and fall into some great writing.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘In short, I thoroughly enjoyed reading'Welcome To Hollyhock Farm'and I wholeheartedly recommend it to other readers. I will certainly be reading more of Georgina's work in the future.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Yet another wonderful book by Georgina. With loveable characters and beautiful narratives making it a heart warming spring read. Great setting too, on Jersey.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Hollyhock Farm is an utterly charming backdrop with a load of fun characters I wouldn't mind visiting again.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Cavern Club is the hottest place in town for bands and singers, and after twenty years in the music industry, Remi Steele knows exactly what today's musicians want. She makes sure they have everything they need, including fulfilment of their most secret desires… Sexy as hell band manager, Rex Titus, has known Remi for years and wants her in his bed. He has no problem telling her that, but she refuses to play, until their sexually charged attraction bursts into flames and they burn up the bedroom with their rampant sexual desires… Hot as hell detective, Drew Reilly, has a case that lands him on Remi's doorstep. His interest is piqued by his extreme attraction to her, and by what happens behind the red velvet curtains where he finally gives in to his hidden desires… After a young woman tragically collapses in the club, all of their attention turns to the one person who spent every night in The Golden Ring. That's when they get a taste of, and start craving, something far more dangerous thanks to the mysterious Dr Teeth and his killer desires… When ex-childhood best friends, Rex and Drew, come face to face after twenty-five years and discover they've both had a taste of Remi and crave her love and her body, they vow to fight for her. But when the club is blown up and Dr Teeth kidnaps her, can they put their lifelong resentments aside long enough to find the woman who owns their hearts? Or will they both lose her forever just as they lost their first love twenty-five years before. If you love music, dancing, and hot men, then you'll love L.J. Diva's Burning Desires. Pick up Burning Desires today to see who Remi picks to finally have her happy ever after with. Sexy as hell, Rex, or hot as hell, Drew.

Milo Tanaka was not recovering from the mother of all breakups when his best friend barged into his home and gave him a dog. While Julia the dog doesn't like squirrels, cats, turkeys, other dogs, or most humans, at least she gets him out of bed. When a tiny blond dog rockets out of nowhere to bark ferociously at Garth Potter's enormous Daniff,'the Chad,'Garth is annoyed, but Chad simply woofs in Julia's face. But when Garth looks around for her irresponsible owner, he finds a fey panicky disaster desperately trying to keep his dog from getting eaten, and realizes Milo is simply new to dog ownership, not neglectful or cruel. In fact, Milo is a truly decent guy, and he and his best friend have been struggling to find their footing in adulthood and relationships. As Garth befriends Milo and the irascible Julia, he finds himself entangled in Milo's broken heart and fractured life. As much as Garth wants to fix it, he knows that Milo has to fix it himself. With the holidays approaching, Milo realizes that a good relationship won't leave him isolated and afraid, but surrounded with friends, and that the key to thriving isn't just chasing the turkeys out of his life—it's letting a good man in.

Three troubled people, driven by loneliness, vanity and revenge, dash to the Scottish Highlands, where their lives become mysteriously entwined around a reading group in the Inverness public library. We've all done it—gone after one thing and found entirely another—but never as surprisingly as Henry, Peter & Elena. It's Friday, 18th February 2000, and they're in for an unsettling weekend among the book stacks of the library, on the blizzard-bound streets of Inverness, in the recesses of the Loch Craggan Hotel, and on the treacherous mountain above.

Happiness and happenstance go hand-in-hand in this delightful rom-com from the author of Hazel Fine Sings Along.Chloe Baker has a brand new life in New York City with a great job but zero dating life. When she agrees to go on a blind date, she's nervous but excited. But then, Jack is late. Ten minutes. Twenty. Thirty. Just when she's given up all hope, he shows up–and they spend a magical day together. An afternoon at the Met. A walk in Central Park. One amazing kiss. The perfect date.Chloe's on cloud nine, and she can't wait to see Jack again. But when she texts to say thanks for the great date, she doesn't get the reply she's expecting. Suddenly, Jack's unfindable. And Chloe will go to any lengths to figure out what happened–because true love is worth blowing up your life for... or is it?

Sometimes life's most unexpected harmonies create the sweetest songs.When Doris's husband suddenly goes'on a break'to sort out his life, she knows she must reel him back in – the alternative doesn't bear thinking about. But with no clue where he is, no calls being answered, and a pile of family obligations on her plate, Doris finds herself in a bind.Her biggest challenge? Finding a reliable nanny for her grandson Zack in just two days—a nearly impossible task given her son Robert's unlucky streak with caregivers. The perfect candidate must be good with kids, ready to start immediately, and willing to stick around all summer.Enter Kiran, a recently divorced woman with a knack for music, who seems almost too good to be true. But with time running out and Doris—Robert's usual backup—now off the grid, Robert has no choice but to take a chance on her.Will Kiran be the answer to their prayers or bring more complications to the mix?​​​​​​​Grab your copy today and return to Sunshine Bay, where friendship, love, and second chances prove that life's most beautiful melodies often emerge in the second half of life.

The BRAND NEW romantic comedy from MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Portia MacIntosh.This writer's retreat has a plot twist...Romantic comedy writer Amber Page is stuck in a rut.After her editor tells her she needs to'up the spice'in her books (literally Amber's worst nightmare...), she is at a crossroads with what to do with her career.When the opportunity arises to go on a writer's retreat at an exclusive château in the beautiful French Alps Amber reluctantly agrees, hoping a change of scenery will help with inspiration.But while she tries and fails to spice up her writing - with the unhelpful guidance of the eccentric romance writers at the château - she meets two leading men who cause her own real-life romantic comedy to unfold...A laugh-out-loud love triangle, forced proximity romantic comedy from million-copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh.Praise for Portia MacIntosh:'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.'Shari Low'I laughed, I cried - I loved it.'Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!'Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.'Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5 star rom com!'Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read'Rachel Dove'Fun and witty. Pure escapism!'Laura Carter'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.'Jessica Redland

Curl up by the fire for this cosy winter romance from bestselling author Mandy BaggotThings aren't going well for travel writer Orla Bradbee.With Christmas fast approaching, her boss is insisting Orla must travel to a rural village in France to interview a man who doesn't speak.Saint-Chambéry is a picturesque French village nestled in the snow-capped mountains, but Jacques Barbier – gorgeous and brooding, yet a man of few words – makes it clear that Orla is wasting her time here.Orla can't deny that Jacques intrigues and infuriates her, but what is the mysterious Frenchman hiding exactly? And can she get close enough to uncover his secrets without risking her own heart?Escape to the beautiful French Alps with Mandy Baggot for a romantic, heartwarming story to get you through the cold winter months!'I am absolutely obsessed with this sweet story!... the setting was just so romantic! The perfect winter love story!'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I was totally transported to Saint-Chambery... Mandy Baggot at her finest, and this was a very entertaining and enjoyable book that I couldn't get enough of.'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Another festive feast from Mandy Baggot... A great winter warmer.'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPraise for Mandy Baggot:'Mandy Baggot at her best - equal measures heart, humour and romance. A must read.'Sandy Barker'A delightful escapist romance packed with... an utterly charming cast of characters.'Nina Kaye'Mandy Baggot just gets better and better!'Katie Ginger'Mandy Baggot is the queen of sexy, fun, Greek-set stories.'Isabelle Broom

Celebrate the joy of the festive season with “The Magic Of Christmas”, a fabulous anthology of short stories devoted to this most special time of year. There are stories for everyone, encapsulating the hope, joy and love of Christmas time. An array of best-selling authors will entertain and inspire you with their stories, including Alison Carter, Gabrielle Mullarkey, Leonora Francis, Liz Filleul and Val Bonsall. Romance, drama and, of course, as it's Christmas, family matters can be found in this special anthology. Published by DC Thomson, “The Magic Of Christmas” contains 18 feel-good stories that capture the true spirit of Christmas.

A BRAND NEW atmospheric, feel-good romantic read from Lisa Hobman's Scottish Highland series.Can people ever really change or are family ties always set to unravel?After inheriting Drumblair Castle over her older brother Kerr, Lady Olivia MacBain has had to forge a new life for herself far away from New York and her dream career in fashion. She fears her brother's bitterness has fractured their relationship to the point of no return and is still clearing away the devastation he left when he disappeared.Kerr's unexpected return and supposed change of heart raises eyebrows. He is now seeking forgiveness and to rebuild the bridges he previously wrecked, but can he be trusted, or is it all just smoke and mirrors?While her friends are settling down, Olivia patiently waits for childhood sweetheart Brodie to propose and wonders if she will ever get her happy ever after.Can Olivia find a happy future or are promises always made to be broken?Perfect for the fans of Alison Sherlock, Jessica Redland and Fay KeenanPraise for Lisa Hobman:'Involving and intriguing!'- Sue Moorcroft'Heart-warming and sometimes heart-wrenching journey of discovery'- Heidi Swain'I love it! - A feel-good, uplifting story of lost love and second chances...'- Holly Martin'I loved the book. It's a captivating story with a relatable heroine and beautifully vivid settings. A perfect holiday read!'- Darcie Boleyn'Simply gorgeous'- Jessica Redland'A really uplifting, feel-good read about hope and love that really did warm my heart.'- Kim Nash'A gorgeous, heart-warming romantic journey, reminds us to never give up on love...'- Lucy Coleman'You will fall in love with this story of fresh starts and mending broken hearts'- Mandy Baggot'Be prepared to fall in love over and over again.'- Nancy Barone'What a beautiful read'- Sarah Bennett

The BRAND NEW instalment in the Cornish Country Hospital series from top 20 bestseller Jo Bartlett. Perfect for fans of Grey's Anatomy and Doc Martin!A broken bond…Wendy Tyler's marriage ended when she discovered her ex-husband, Mike, had got his much younger new partner, Chloe, pregnant. Wendy's over Mike, but suddenly she fears her own daughters will find a new baby much more exciting that their old mum…A chance encounter…But when Wendy bumps into Chloe at St Piran's, it's clear something is troubling the fragile young woman. Wendy doesn't want to be sucked into Chloe and Mike's relationship, but she can't help worrying that Chloe needs someone to turn to.A lesson in love.And when Wendy realizes that Chloe is more fragile than any of them realised, she knows she has to step up. She might not love Mike anymore, but Chloe is about to join their family and Wendy can't just stand by. Sometimes life is hard, but the easiest lessons are built on a solid foundation of love.Another brilliantly emotional and uplifting read guarenteed to have you laughing and reaching for the tissues. If you love Doc Martin, you will love this! Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Holly Martin and Heidi Swain.Praise for Jo Bartlett:'Stunning setting, wonderful characters, and oozing with warmth. A triumph from Jo Bartlett.'Bestselling author, Jessica Redland'Perfectly written and set in the beating heart of a community, this story is a wonderful slice of Cornish escapism.'Bestselling author, Helen J Rolfe'I was drawn in from the first word, I've laughed and cried, what a really lovely story'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I would highly recommend this book for a bit of fantastic escapism and love conquering all.'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A heart-warming tale which I enjoyed reading very much.'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A cat burglar extraordinaire trying to reform — and finally marry her sexy British billionaire — finds herself walking a tightrope when she takes on the security for a glamorous auction house, in this sparkling, sexy thriller by New York Times bestseller Suzanne Enoch.When Samantha Jellicoe, cat burglar and art thief extraordinaire (reformed!) is tapped to install last minute security for the auction of a priceless art collection, she leaps at the chance. Not only is it a great offer, but it will lead to future jobs, which are hard to find for a talented but notorious ex-thief. If there's one thing Sam knows, it's security— and how to get around it! Walking the straight and narrow (so she can marry her dreamy, aristocratic fiancé Richard Addison) is not going to be easy, and this case adds a whole new level of complications: the possible involvement of her interfering and equally skilled Dad, the auction house's liaison's mysterious background, as well as the hidden motives of her new staff means that Sam's burglar sack is full to the brim with extra baggage — and not the sparkly kind!Failure could mean the end of Sam's freedom, her relationship with Rick, and everything she's been working for, so it's all hands on deck for Team Sam, with a few twists, fireworks — literal and personal — and some great pizza, in a blowout that New York City's art scene will never forget!

A BRAND NEW romance from bestselling author of'It's Complicated'Camilla Isley. Perfect for fans of Sarah Adams, Christina Lauren and Abby Jimenez.An enemies to lovers, brother's best friend, forced proximity Christmas rom-com.Two sworn enemies, snowed in over Christmas with chemistry that will melt the ice!Nina Thompson has one Christmas wish: to avoid her brother's obnoxiously handsome best friend, Tristan, like the plague. From the moment he humiliated her as a teenager to their escalating revenge schemes, Nina and Tristan's relationship can only be defined as an all-out prank war! And there is yet to be a winner.But it just so happens the ghost of Christmas present has other ideas. When Tristan unexpectedly crashes her family's Christmas, Nina's dreams of a peaceful holiday vanish faster than Santa up a chimney. Determined to end their rivalry for good, she braces herself for one last prank-filled showdown.But when they find themselves snowed in, with no way of avoiding each other amongst the holiday festivities, they discover their heated exchanges have been masking a different kind of sizzle. Caught in a snow globe of holiday romance, they decide to let their fiery chemistry burn bright—but this is absolutely and unequivocally nothing more than a secret fling destined to melt with the snow, this is not a forever romance…Praise for Camilla Isley:‘This holiday rom-com had everything I could want in a holiday book, and then some'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Unputdownable, festive, hilarious, gorgeous and fun page turning book!'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘This is one of my quickest, most entertaining reads and an instant five-star rating without hesitation!'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘The chemistry between the characters was impeccable.'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“He's a billionaire and so is she! This is no ordinary billionaire romance. It is a romcom full of wit, charm, sexual chemistry and brains.” Laura Carter'Sexy, funny, romantic and heartfelt - this book has it all - a must read.'Sandy Barker'A fast-paced, entertaining will-they-won't-they that kept me on tenterhooks to the end.'Phoebe MacLeod

After three years of being a widow, Amanda Thompson is ready to venture out into the world on her own. A chance meeting with Sébastien Durand leads to a day of exploring Paris, remembering her first visit and considering what the future might look like. Sébastien Durand is enchanted by the woman sitting alone at the café. When the opportunity presents, he offers himself as her tour guide. An afternoon leads to a day that becomes an evening falling to the magic of Paris's glittering lights. Can Amanda overcome her own fears and doubts and the objections of others for a second chance at love? Will fate bring two souls together to meet for the first time again?A Paris Walk is a seasoned romance about two people ready to take a risk of letting fate lead the way to love.

From USA Today bestselling author Sally Kilpatrick comes a touching laugh-out-loud story of ghosts of the past and hope for the future…Presley Cline turns heads and stops clocks. The prettiest girl in town, she ran off to Hollywood only to find Tinsel Town is full of the prettiest girls from hundreds of small towns—and their ghosts. Since Presley can commune with the dead, she would know. Not that she can tell anyone.Declan Anderson is dead tired of the funeral business. He has other dreams, modest they may be, but he's never been able to leave town like Presley did. He's burned out and stuck in a rut. Then Presley shows up with her cosmetology case.A few folks in the funeral home—one living, many dead—now know Presley's secret. Will the meddling of the dearly departed help both her and Dec to follow their own dreams? Or will long lost secrets and a slew of unmet dying wishes keep them from truly living?

From USA Today Bestselling author Sally Kilpatrick comes a folksy, uplifting story of everyday sinners and saints.All Beulah Land wants is to play piano in her favorite honky tonk, take care of her elderly bestie, and thumb her nose at the church across the road. Life has other plans. Soon Beulah finds herself playing piano in the very place she swore she'd never enter again.The church choir goes on strike, the minister is as irritating as he is handsome, and everyone has an opinion on what Beulah should do with her life. So what's a girl to do? Create her own misfit choir out of barflies.In the process, she creates a community who challenges her to rethink all she's held to be true. But, in the end, will Beulah be able to overcome her bitterness and grief?Laugh out loud funny yet poignant with life's grittier side, The Happy Hour Choir will have you singing along with its reminder that everyone deserves to be loved.

Race into a sexy New Adult romance, set in the fast-paced world of Formula One. These friends-to-lovers are about to fall... fast and reckless.He's the one man she can't have... Mira Wentworth knows Will Hawley is trouble. Even if he revs her engine, flirting with the handsome new driver on her father's Formula One team is not in the cards. Mira has sworn off on-track romance after a mistake as a teen cost her everything. Now she has a chance to win back her spot in F1 as a team assistant, and she's not going to let one cheeky, bad boy driver get in her way.She's the one woman he wants... After his party boy antics nearly blew up his racing career, Will is finally back in the driver's seat and determined to get onto the podium. He likes to think he's reformed, but with one look at the boss'daughter, he's willing to risk it all. As the heat builds between Mira and Will, their chemistry deepens into something more. But when the ugly events of the past come to call, their fragile new relationship is put to the test. Can Mira and Will's love cross the finish line?Tropes:Opposites attractForbidden loveWorkplace romance He falls first Bad boy / good girl Touch her and dieFriends to lovers

One of Town & Country's Best Ghost Books That Will Keep You Up All Night • One of Book Riot's 2024 Books to Add to Your TBR • A Nerd Daily and LGBTQ Reads Most Anticipated ReleaseIn this “unlikely romance for the ages” (Camryn Garrett), a ghostwriter is handed the gig of a lifetime, except there's a catch: the client, a closeted A-list actor finally ready to come out in his memoir, is an actual ghost—and the sparks flying between the men are becoming a little too real...Adam Gallagher has knocked on thousands of doors. An ex-Mormon and almost-famous memoirist, he is used to sharing his life story with strangers. But this day, this house, is different. For it belongs to none other than Roland Rogers: Hollywood Hunk, and soon to be author. Roland has a story to tell, a decades-old secret to spill, and he's decided that Adam is just the guy to help him do it.Except there's a problem. Roland Rogers is dead. Not in the metaphysical realm—if he focuses, he can summon enough energy to communicate via the kitchen speaker—but certainly in the physical, and he needs Adam to pen his story before his body is found frozen beneath the avalanche of snow that squashed it. That means one month, a hundred thousand words, no breaks.Ghostwriting is hard enough, let alone when you're dealing with a real ghost, and so it isn't long before Roland's idea of what his book should be clashes with Adam's vision for what it could be.But the clock is ticking, the ice melting. And as more truths are told, both men soon discover that this experience is less of a coming out, and more of a coming home... The sophomore novel from the beloved author of Patricia Wants to Cuddle, Roland Rogers Isn't Dead Yet is a witty and electric new rom-com for fans of Ashley Poston and Casey McQuiston.“Everything I want in a queer romance.” —Marisa Crane, author of I Keep My Exoskeletons to Myself

Daniel Greene's life is dance. What it is not? Really anything outside of that. He certainly doesn't know how to hobnob with rich people or play bartender for their rich private parties, so when his best friend guilts him into doing exactly that, it ought to end in disaster. Instead, it ends with him pressed against a bathroom wall while a hot lawyer kisses his grand jeté-ing brains out. Aaron Silva is the swooniest. He's gorgeous, he drips in romance, and the sex is transcendent. So what if he would rather be Daniel's dream man than talk about work? Being an attorney must be tiring. All those late nights. All those needy clients. It's not until Daniel enlists Aaron's help with some legalese that he stumbles into a bit of a quagmire: Aaron isn't a lawyer as Daniel originally assumed. He's a high-end escort. Suddenly the clouds Daniel was dancing on get awfully stormy. He can't compete with other men—richer men—and why should he have to? This changes everything. Well, everything except the way they feel about each other. Can he and Aaron find their way to a happy-ever-after that's not just another happy ending?'Tessa Hatfield has crafted an absolute gem of a rom-com. The dynamic between these two unforgettable characters is relatable, complex, sexy, and positively sings with Hatfield's sparkling wit. You won't want to part ways with Daniel and Aaron come the final page.'- David Ferraro, author of A Vile Season

Must-read fake-fiancé romance, perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey, Christina Lauren and Hannah Grace!He set the rules of the engagement… she wants to break them!Maid of honor Emily Applegate is on the warpath. Her best friend's dream wedding venue has been cancelled at the last minute and now everything has been thrown into chaos. With guests arriving from all over the world, food being prepared and the flowers being arranged, Emily decides to take charge and save the big day! First stop, the thoughtless owner who cancelled - surely she can make him change his mind?But Emily doesn't expect Theo Berkey to be quite so attractive and irresistible…and distracting. Or to be blindsided with an offer impossible to refuse. The deal? Pretend to wear his engagement ring temporarily while his meddling mother is in town and Theo will reinstate her friend's wedding. Easy enough!With the wedding rescued, Emily learns being the bride-to-be is more fun than she anticipated, especially as she finds herself increasingly attracted to her fake fiancé. But when their charade is over Emily will just have to walk away...won't she?Previously published as Bridesmaid with Attitude.Praise for Christy McKellen'There is no one like Christy McKellen for fun, flirty and sexy romance with a lot of heart and deep emotional insight'- Jessica Gilmore ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

When Garvin Haverton lost his husband, he lost himself. Unable to bear the reminders of their love, he left his friends in Los Angeles for the remote Alaskan wilderness, cut ties with his old life, and started over. Model William Moreau has let Garvin hide for long enough. He misses his friendship, and he has to know if the spark he felt between them could ignite the love of a lifetime. So he packs a bag, books a flight, rents a car… and almost gets himself killed in a blizzard. When William shows up half-frozen, Garvin is furious. Unlike William, he doesn't need to be rescued. He has a life in Alaska: new friends, a dog, a job. But he can't kick William out into the cold, and it doesn't take many long, cold Alaskan nights before he realizes that he may have a life, but he hasn't moved on. He could do that with William. The chemistry between them could heat his little cabin all on its own. But William's life is in LA, and Garvin can't go back. Is their unlooked-for romance doomed from the start?

Grocery owner Griffin Reed is a little hesitant about renting the apartment next to his to a nineteen-year-old young man with a two-year-old son. But from the moment he sees this blue-eyed, blond-haired angel standing outside his screened-door, Griffin feels maybe he should put his doubt aside and give Charles Martin and his equally angelic son Charlie a chance at a stable home.Charles Martin never knew his parents and grew up in foster care. So when he accidently gets a young woman pregnant, Charles makes a promise to himself to not let his son share his fate of getting passed from one foster family to another because Charlie's mother thinks they're too young to be parents. With the help of a social service worker, his best friend's family, and a kindly landlord, Charles gets the chance to prove he is a responsible human-being.A few months after Charles settles into his new apartment, a devastating epidemic hits the world, forcing Charles and Charlie to hunker down with his landlord, a man he barely knows who has gone out of his way to prove love can conquer all.

A political strategist, tainted by a scandalous ex, finds an unexpected career detour when her teenage boy band crush offers a second chance at the spotlight…and maybe something more.'Highbrow/Brilliant.'—New York Magazine'Big Fan serves up political intrigue with a side of spine-tingling romance.'—Vogue One of Bustle's Best New Books of Fall 2024'It sparkles with wit—pair it with a good glass of prosecco and prepare to get lost in this smart, sexy novel.'—Elissa Sussman, bestselling author of Once More with Feeling and Funny You Should Ask The debut book from 831 Stories, a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and the genre's enthusiastic fans.Maya was a rising star in the political world until her ex-husband's high-profile sex scandal nearly derailed her career. Landing a gubernatorial candidate is the fresh start she desperately needs – a chance to focus on meaningful work and leave the drama behind. But then an email from her past sends her world spinning: Charlie, former lead singer of Mischief, the boy band that fueled her teenage obsession, is staging a solo comeback and wants Maya's help to make it happen. Turns out, she likes the grown-up Charlie and his genuine engagement with the world. Maya's not about to ditch her political ambitions for a teenage crush, but if she can leverage Charlie to draw attention to the policies she cares about, shouldn't she give it a try?

Of Mothers and Other Perishables is an exquisite articulation of grief. It is also the sharp-eyed tale of a city tethered to violence and bursting with nazms. The morbidly funny voice of a dead woman echoes through the walls of her beloved storeroom, a compact space that contains her earthly belongings: cupboards full of silk sarees and baby clothes, albums of black-and-white photographs, a collection of vinyl records, a record player, old leather suitcases, an ebony-and-gold sewing machine. She reminisces about the past, and about the disease that causes her untimely death. Her storeroom becomes a quaint Bioscope of her life in Delhi as a young woman in the 1970s and 80s, decades that bring her romance, marriage, motherhood. The novel oscillates between the dead woman's yearnings and the immediacy and excitement of a parallel narrative — her daughter's. Nicknamed The Wailer (from the band Bob Marley and the Wailers), the dead woman's daughter offers a sardonic glimpse into the world of advertising — the night before a presentation, temperamental colleagues, the buzz of writers and art directors at work. But the peculiar dynamics of The Wailer's advertising firm alter drastically, when protests break out in the city of Delhi. Protesters swarm the streets, hollering against a new bill that persecutes the Muslim community. A Muslim art director is drawn to the pulsing heart of this movement. The Wailer, too, is inadvertently involved. Both narratives — the deceased mother's digressional memories, and The Wailer's palpable reality — also tell of Toon, The Wailer's younger sister, who is the CEO of a coffee startup. Their worlds converge to offer shards of the past, and navigate through a turbulent present. Personal and political histories collide in this haunting tale of many betrayals.

A gorgeous Regency romp of a novel from Eliza Austin perfect for fans of Bridgerton!Pemberley Presents…Aware that some people consider her unworthy of the title Mrs Darcy, Lizzy is determined to prove her detractors wrong by throwing a magnificent house party at her new home, Pemberley. Nothing can possibly go wrong…can it?Miss Caroline Bingley is quite determined to rescue Darcy from his reckless marriage. Convinced he must now regret his choice, she finds an unlikely ally in George Wickham who also wishes to avenge Lizzy, albeit for a very different reason. If Darcy were to find his ‘fine-eyed'wife in a compromising position with Wickham of all people, he would surely never forgive her.Lizzy finds herself in a desperate fight to save her marriage to Darcy, but can she ever compete with Miss Bingley and Wickham's evil machinations? And what damage will this do to her own sisters'happiness?A sparkling continuation of Pride and Prejudice perfect for fans of Julia Quinn, Eloisa James and Mary Balogh.Readers are loving Eliza Austin's stories:'An exciting read with an intrepid heroine, a strong and caring hero, a big dog with a heart of gold but a scary appearance, revenge, deception and last but not least, romance!'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'This book is such a brilliant continuation of the Jane Austen classic'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'It's well written and the story flows along. A must read'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Unputdownable! Thrilling read with an undertow of dread that kept turning the pages'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I'm really enjoying being back with all the characters I love from the original and indeed the ones we took a thorough disliking to!'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPlease note: this is a reissue of Miss Bingley's Revenge

Our paths through life are determined, in part, by the people we meet. Some have no effect on us at all, while others pivot us directly towards our destiny. Happily married Charlie and Zoe Stone have everything except the one thing that will make them feel complete: a child. Longing to become parents, their marriage becomes doomed through devastating circumstances beyond their control. His marriage over, Charlie moves across town and meets a whole new set of friends, one of whom invites him to try something new; to experience, at least once, the intimacy that a man can bring to another man. Charlie agrees, thus bringing a seismic shift to his life, a new journey that he totally embraces. A journey through which he meets Liam. But is it all over for Charlie and Zoe, or does Charlie have the inner strength to stay true to his natural self? My captivating third novel follows Charlie Stone as he enters the LGBT world, gets comfortable, and then finds love. This soul-searching book will make you cry a lot and laugh even more as you join Charlie in his life-changing journey.