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The start of a new series from bestselling author Sarah Bennett.On paper, Hope Travers has an idyllic life.Living in a bustling farmhouse with her mum, aunt and uncles, cousin and too many dogs to count, surrounded by the breath-taking Cotswolds countryside, she knows she is privileged and protected.But all families have secrets, and the Travers family are no exception. Their farmhouse sits in the grounds of the Juniper Meadows estate, passed down through the generations and now being made to pay its own way with a myriad of businesses and projects. When a construction crew uncover what appear to be historical ruins, the history of the Travers family is put under ever closer scrutiny as a dig gets underway.Hope may have found a blossoming romance with local archaeologist Cameron Ferguson who is running the dig, but when things start to go wrong around the estate and family secrets begin to be revealed, Hope wonders if she's made a big mistake in digging up the past.A Sarah Bennett book is a ray of sunshine and a huge hug, guaranteed to brighten any day, perfect for all fans of Cathy Bramley, Katie Fforde and Phillipa Ashley.Praise for Sarah Bennett:'A gorgeous story packed with love, romance and heartfelt emotion. Will bring sunshine into your day!'Phillipa Ashley'An excellent read with a slow burning romance, family secrets, sabotage and some fascinating archeology details. Highly recommended'Maddie Please'Sarah's ability to weave complex characters and idyllic settings you want to move to is astonishing!A fantastic read combining complex family dynamics, friendship and of course romance! An unputdownable read!'Katie Ginger'Happy Endings at Mermaids Point has passion in spades, romance to make you blush and a community that cares. I hoped this story would just keep on going.'Celia Anderson'This is a real page turner, with a brisk plot and a really emotional core. The community we've grown to love at Mermaid's Point is alive with love, laughter and vibrancy!'Fay Keenan'I loved Nick and Aurora's story, and want the Morgan family to adopt me. Sarah Bennett has surpassed herself'Jules Wake'This is the perfect escapist read and I can't wait to follow the characters in what promises to be a wonderful series. Five sparkling stars!'Rachel Griffiths'What a Mer-mazing book! I'm so glad this is a series and I'll get to meet the characters again because you won't want to leave them after the final page'Catherine Miller‘I inhaled this book in two days. Absolutely gorgeous. Sarah Bennett is back, and better than ever!'Rachel Burton'A perfect heartwarming read full of family, romance and intrigue, set in a stunning location - what's not to love?'Bella Osborne

Travel back in time to Scotland with bestselling author Julia Kelly for this delightful second installment in her latest historical romance series, The Matchmaker of Edinburgh series. Accomplished matchmaker Moira Sullivan knows that sometimes, the most unlikely pair can be the most entertaining.Only desperation could have driven Caroline Burkett to her brother's home in Scotland, but desperate is exactly what she is. After suing her former fiancé for breaking their engagement and causing a scandal in the papers, her only hope of starting over is to enlist the help of Edinburgh's famous matchmaker, Moira Sullivan. Born to a butler and maid, Jonathan Moray fought hard to find his place in Edinburgh society. Now a powerful newspaperman, he can make or break a person's reputation with his headlines, but Jonathan knows his success isn't guaranteed. He needs salacious stories to keep his readers enthralled, and Caroline's story is just the sort to sell papers in droves. When Moira introduces Jonathan and Caroline at a salon, Caroline knows the editor is exactly the wrong man to associate with if she wants to find a husband and restore her reputation, but even as another, more suitable suitor begins to court her, she can't deny the power of her attraction to Jonathan. Now she must ask herself if she's strong enough to choose between the man who can give her a secure, quiet life, or the one who promises her a passion she's never known.

Can you fall in love like they do in the movies?It's Evie Summers's job to find out. Because if she can't convince her film agency's biggest client, Ezra Chester, to write the romantic-comedy screenplay he owes producers, her career will be over. The catch? He thinks rom-coms are unrealistic--and he'll only put pen to paper if Evie shows him that it's possible to meet a man in real life the way it happens on the big screen.Cynical Evie might not believe in happily ever after, but she'll do what it takes to save the job that's been her lifeline... even if it means reenacting iconic rom-com scenes in public. Spilling orange juice on a cute stranger? No problem. Leaving her number in books all over London to see who calls? Done. With a little help from her well-meaning friends--and Ben and Anette, the adorable father-daughter duo who keep witnessing her humiliations--Evie is determined to prove she can meet a man the way Sally met Harry. But can a workaholic who's given up on love find a meet-cute of her very own?

This emotional debut featuring two characters burdened by the past introduces a talented new voice in contemporary romance.British expat Ellen Hunter trusts no man and finds her position as the events and conferences manager at a large hotel in Boston the perfect place to hide from her traumatic past. That is, until a business meeting brings her to the office of notorious playboy Kane Fielding. Ironically, his open disdain for monogamy and his storied past make him seem less of a threat. After all, there are no surprises from a wolf in wolf's clothing. Kane knows his reputation with the ladies is greatly exaggerated. After his father's sudden death required Kane to take over the family business at the tender age of 22, he's been more concerned with keeping the company running than finding someone to settle down with. He's more than happy to treat Ellen the way she deserves. But the media is writing a different story, snapping pictures of them together around the city and putting her job—and her visa status—in jeopardy. At the same time, an arsonist is stalking Fielding Paper, threatening the entire family's livelihood and increasing the public scrutiny on Kane's every move. Is a fling worth risking everything they've achieved—or can the flame growing between them forge a lasting bond? Sensuality Level: Sensual

Can the stories he tells himself pull him back from the edge?After a bad relationship, August is trying to piece his life back together. It's not perfect – his flat is small, he works in a call centre, he can't finish the book he's working on, and he's hopelessly awkward when it comes to relationships. Then August meets Julie.Julie is everything he isn't – confident, composed, and purposeful, despite her troubled childhood. With her, August finally begins to feel he can be himself. More importantly, he starts to see a future. But Julie has a past – a past that August comes face to face with on a computer screen. Can August find it in himself to love Julie unconditionally, the way he's always longed to be loved himself?Les Zig's writing is sharp, honest and incisive, so real in parts it will make you flinch. Zig has the unique ability to pull real, human truths from the ordinary and everyday.Praise for Les Zig and Just Another Week in Suburbia:'Literary integrity personified.'– A.S. Patrić, Atlantic BlackJust Another Week in Suburbia is a hugely enjoyable novel which illuminates the extraordinary in the everyday, and the quirky in the quotidian.'– Ryan O'Neill, Their Brilliant Careers'His writing amply displays the rare combination of natural talent and extraordinary hard work characteristic of those who succeed in the industry.'– Andrew Morgan, Good on Paper

Whitsunday Passage, Queensland, Australia.Six days, six nights, tropical beaches, and her ex…What could possibly go wrong? There are rough seas ahead when Cassie's ex books a six day tour on The Rendezvous!Discover if fate gives second chances in Rendezvous is a contemporary tropical romance from award winning Australian romance author Sami Lee!Six days at sea with her ex… Conditions are about to get roughTwelve months ago Cassie Dalton fled Sydney and her three-year marriage to tough city cop, Reed. Now she's living a new life chartering tourists around the pristine tropical waters of the Whitsunday Passage on her inherited yacht, The Rendezvous. Despite having unresolved feelings for her estranged husband, she sends divorce papers in her desperation to move on. To her surprise the move shakes Reed out of his emotional hibernation and brings him to north Queensland, determined to win her back. As they spend the next six days sailing and sharing secrets, Cassie begins to wonder why she ever thought living without the man she loves was a solid life plan.But just as she thinks all their fences have mended, Reed breaks her heart all over again…This contemporary second chance romance contains beaches, tropical islands, and adult language and situations. Rendezvous is not intended for readers under the age of 18.Previously Published: (2014) Farm Boy Press, Sami Lee

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Coulter and Harrigan Family series comes the first novel in a compelling contemporary romance series about unexpected love, second chances, and hope reborn... After years of living in fear of her husband, Amanda Banning has left him and moved to Mystic Creek, Oregon, for a fresh start. But she's having a tough time providing for herself and her six-year-old daughter. Writing her secret yearnings on slips of paper and sending them into the wind helps her cling to the hope that things will get better…and that she can find happiness again. Jeb Sterling has no idea that the handwritten messages he finds scattered across his land are the first hints that his life is about to change. Nor does he understand why he feels so compelled to help Amanda Banning and her daughter when a cold snap leaves them temporarily homeless. Maybe he's inspired by Amanda's courage or perhaps by her beautiful brown eyes. Either way, the man who once renounced love suddenly finds himself willing to do anything for the pair. Amanda seems to have given up on her dreams, but Jeb refuses to quit until he makes her every wish come true...

A Texas heiress just found the perfect man—but she still craves the bad boy she left behind in this romance by the New York Times–bestselling author. Texas spitfire Erica Wakefield truly believes her torrid past is behind her, and that she's finally escaped her self-destructive ways. She's now a stable businesswoman, who's accepted a proposal of marriage from the perfect man. Forest Granger is handsome, rich, and generous. So why does Erica still quiver at the thought of her estranged husband, the impossibly arrogant and sensual Rafael de la Torres—and the incendiary passion that nearly ruined her? When Erica has to find Rafael and make him sign the divorce papers, she runs the risk that he'll arouse more than the memories that still ignite a fever in her blood. Now amid the magnificent beaches of Acapulco and its soul-stirring sunsets, Rafael is back in Erica's life. He's making her feel reckless again, uninhibited, rebellious, and so close to destroying the sweet promise of true love.

Sara Adams is desperate for a new job. Her uncle's death and his will dictate she has to move out of the house where she cared for him immediately. Her ad in the local paper ends up in the matrimonial section thanks to a friend in a hurry. Jason Graham has to find a wife immediately. His two-year-old daughter Kelsey hasn't spoken a word and his late wife's mother, Dee Dee Smythe, is taking him to court for custody of his child, claiming that it is his traveling and unsettled lifestyle that is affecting Kelsey's development. His upcoming, unavoidable trip to London with Kelsey will only give Dee Dee more ammo for the war she wants to wage with him. Sara isn't the person Jason would have picked for a wife but desperation makes him insist she marry him. She needs a job and he wants a temporary wife. Sara is forced to accept knowing in six months she will be free and the money will give her the start she needs. She insists however that she travel as Jason's fiancée not his wife. While trying to convince Dee Dee that they are in love and keep up the tangled web of their deception, Jason and Sara find their feelings spiraling out of control, not quite sure when their playacting becomes a reality.

Zoë Rossdale is the clumsy girl who always has her elbows, feet, eyes, and brass-red hair going in the wrong directions. She floats around in her own world, comfortable there alone, only to be jarred back into the real one when her obliviousness gets her in trouble again. After a lifetime of being evaluated critically—first by her own father, and then by everyone around her—and found wanting, she's trying to change…for her own good. She's reaffirmed her commitment to Christ and vowed not to do any of the stupid, possibly illegal, things she'd done for years on the pitiful excuse of surviving. After nearly being fired from the only job she could get to keep her from starving and living on the streets, she's going to school once more and trying to do better for her über-patient boss. And she's allowed her best friends to talk her into getting contacts, some new clothes, and a more flattering hairstyle. They tell her she looks beautiful, but she feels more like a dodo bird than ever before—until she literally runs into the only man she's ever gone loopy over. Curt Bertoletti has spent years trying to forget the seriously messed-up Zoë and her embarrassing ways. The only person who'd ever approved of the ditzy klutz was his mother, and his mother has become relentless in her cause to get him married and settled down. Surely that's what conjured the appearance of Zoë... Zoë, who looks so little like the girl he remembers. Even as he vows that he won't stray again—out of weakness or whatever it was that had him stone-gone over her before—he can't help remembering how well he and Zoë fit together. They'd truly been two abnormal peas in an even stranger pod. But no other woman had ever gotten that misty look in her eyes when she looked at him, or kissed him like she's forgotten anyone or anything else existed. No other woman made him so happy, so mad, so sad, and so content. Though he's walking stronger in the Lord than he ever has before and he finally knows what he wants in life, he's convinced Zoë Rossdale is not it—matchmaking mother or no matchmaking mother. So why can't he forget her and be done with it? For better or worse, Zoë will always be Zoë—the clumsy girl with her dress tucked into her pantyhose, toilet paper stuck to her shoe and trailing in her wake, the girl whose idea of falling in love is to stand at the edge of the precipice, throw out her arms and confidently jump into a free-fall. If Zoë will always be Zoë, the only question left is, can they both live with that fact? Forever?

A GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK“Homeseeking is about the love of home and family, even against unimaginable circumstances…[A] sweeping epic.” —Good Housekeeping“Fans of historical fiction will want to pick up this exceptional novel immediately.” —Los Angeles TimesFrom WWII to 2008, this deeply moving story follows one couple across sixty years as world events pull them together and apart, illuminating the Chinese diaspora and exploring what it means to find home far from your homeland.Haiwen is buying bananas at a 99 Ranch Market in Los Angeles when he looks up and sees Suchi, his Suchi, for the first time in sixty years. To recently widowed Haiwen it feels like a second chance, but Suchi has only survived by refusing to look back.Suchi was seven when she first met Haiwen in their Shanghai neighborhood, drawn by the sound of his violin. Their childhood friendship blossomed into soul-deep love, but when Haiwen secretly enlisted in the Nationalist army in 1947 to save his brother from the draft, she was left with just his violin and a note: Forgive me.Homeseeking follows the separated lovers through six decades of tumultuous Chinese history as war, famine, and opportunity take them separately to the song halls of Hong Kong, the military encampments of Taiwan, the bustling streets of New York, and sunny California, telling Haiwen's story from the present to the past while tracing Suchi's from her childhood to the present, meeting in the crucible of their lives. Throughout, Haiwen holds his memories close while Suchi forces herself to look only forward, neither losing sight of the home they hold in their hearts.At once epic and intimate, Homeseeking is a story of family, sacrifice, and loyalty, and of the power of love to endure beyond distance, beyond time.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A glorious and tantalizing escape from #1 New York Times bestselling author Carley Fortune.This summer they'll keep their promise. This summer they won't give into temptation. This summer will be different.Lucy is the tourist vacationing at a beach house on Prince Edward Island. Felix is the local who shows her a very good time. The only problem: Lucy doesn't know he's her best friend's younger brother. Lucy and Felix's chemistry is unreal, but the list of reasons why they need to stay away from each other is long, and they vow to never repeat that electric night again.It's easier said than done.Each year, Lucy escapes to PEI for a big breath of coastal air, fresh oysters and crisp vinho verde with her best friend, Bridget. Every visit begins with a long walk on the beach, beneath soaring red cliffs and a golden sun. And every visit, Lucy promises herself she won't wind up in Felix's bed. Again.If Lucy can't help being drawn to Felix, at least she's always kept her heart out of it.When Bridget suddenly flees Toronto a week before her wedding, Lucy drops everything to follow her to the island. Her mission is to help Bridget through her crisis and resist the one man she's never been able to. But Felix's sparkling eyes and flirty quips have been replaced with something new, and Lucy's beginning to wonder just how safe her heart truly is.

A gorgeous uplifting book club pick from the Sunday Times bestseller Debbie HowellsThey didn't know – when winter gave way to spring that year – that their lives were all about to change…Marnie didn't realise – when she stormed into a bookshop one day, demanding a self-help book – that she was about to make a new best friend.Bookshop-owner Rae didn't know she had been living like a shadow since her parents died. But then Marnie exploded into her life. And suddenly she realised things had to change… more so when she meets handsome nurse, Jack.And when Forrest's life is turned upside down by a fatal car crash, he knew he was being given a second chance, but didn't know why. He thinks Marnie might just be the woman he's destined to be with. But – as she discovers that she has an illness she may never recover from – what if it's too late for them?Can it ever be too late though? To make friendships that change everything. To grow, to change, to start again. Even – for two unlikely new best friends to find love at last…?The Last Days of You and Me is a heartbreaking, uplifting, magical story about friendship, love and above all what it means to truly live. Perfect for fans of Me Before You, Love Actually and One Day.Readers love The Last Days of You and Me:‘Oh boy! It's poignant, it's raw, it's blooming emotional. Tissues at the ready… We don't know what may be around the corner… A stunning read, one that took my breath away. Very highly recommended'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Wow… this book. It's very rare that a book captivates me from the first few pages alone, but this one definitely did. This was so beautifully written and so well thought out. I flew through it. It's a raw story of friendship, love, grief, and so much more… Incredible'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Every now and again, a book comes along that firmly slaps me with a massive “Wow!”. And that is just what The Last Days Of You And Me did… [It] swept me away on an emotional journey of heartbreak, grief and loss… A powerful, magical and quite simply beautiful read… You will lose your heart to this wonderfully touching and bittersweet tale'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘A beautifully written tearjerker, and worth every single one of my tears! I'm not prone to getting sentimental, so that's saying a lot… It was sad and heartbreaking, but there was beauty… [It] reminds us of the power of love and what it can do… A five-star experience!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘A book that made me cry so much… about acceptance of loss and death… about soulmates and friendship. I loved it'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Such a moving story, have tissues nearby{::}. This could easily be a read that'll make you cry!… Inspirational… You never know what fate will put in your way… A story of love, of loss and more'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘It's a story unlike I have ever read. Trust me, go read this book'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘You're in for an emotional read, so grab those tissues and find yourself a secluded spot... Heartwarming and heartbreaking in equal measure… Love, life, friendships and so much more… Highly recommended'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

The next installment in the bestselling Boots and Bouquets series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci BurtonBellini Weddings has agreed to allow a production company to film a movie at Red Moss Vineyards. It will be great PR for both the vineyard and the wine and wedding businesses. Mae Wallace, who works for the Bellini family, is thrilled with the possibility of new business. What she isn't thrilled with is actor Kane August, who she finds crashing one of the weddings. He tells her it's research for the movie, but she finds him overconfident and annoying.Kane August is rarely surprised by anything—until he meets Mae Wallace. She's sharp, just a bit on the snarky side, and the most refreshing woman he's had the pleasure of meeting. She constantly challenges him, and he can't remember having this much fun on a movie set. He takes every opportunity to spend time with her, peeling back layers until he gets to the heart of who this amazing person really is. And, unexpectedly, he realizes that he's letting her in, too, something he hasn't done with anyone before. However, they live very different lives and he'll need to be careful around Mae, because she's someone he could see a future with. But can she see the same thing?When Kane takes her to his family's ranch in Texas, Mae discovers a whole new side to him, learning about the heart and soul of a kind and gentle man. And as they grow closer, her guard goes up. Once burned, she has no intention of falling in love ever again, despite this very hot and sexy guy who's trying his best to turn her world upside down and work his way through the steely wall she's built. Kane is determined to show her he's the one man she can trust with her heart. If only Mae will allow herself to fall.

She's dreaming of the future. He's trying to rewrite his past.Ivy Newton adores her position as the librarian in the small Alabama town of Sparrows Ridge. She keeps herself busy with work that changes people's lives, running from the demons of her childhood. Content with her quiet life of solitude, and her dog Apollo, she's focused on her patrons and working to expand the library. Her hard work is about to pay off, and she wants nothing more from life.Until she meets Roman Belmonte.After multiple tragedies mark his life, Roman keeps his family close, especially his little brother Harper. Working to build his own construction business, he couldn't care less if the rest of the world burns down. In truth, he cares for others more than he lets on, but the fear of his past keeps him from living life to its fullest.When the beautiful librarian Ivy shows up one rainy night with his little brother, he knows the walls around his heart are about to topple.Can they find the strength to overcome their past hurts and write a new chapter together?Fans of emotional, heartwarming romance will enjoy this full-length BIPOC novel with a happily-ever-after.

Never the Twain Shall Meet is a novel written by Peter B. Kyne. The book is a story that explores the themes of love, relationships, and cultural differences. The author focuses on the story of two people from very different backgrounds who fall in love, despite the many challenges and obstacles that stand in their way. The book delves into the complexities of cross-cultural relationships and explores the ways in which cultural differences can impact and shape these relationships. The author uses vivid and descriptive language to create a rich and engaging story that is both thought-provoking and entertaining. The book is a character-driven story that explores the power of love to overcome even the greatest differences, and to bring people together in meaningful and lasting ways.

Have you ever been in a situation where all of those internal warning signals went off but you went forward anyway? Or in a situation where you started to drive forward and then something told you to stop? This anthology is a collection of stories of similar situations that our authors experienced. Read on to find out about their own red flags.

AN EARTH SHATTERING SECRET. A LIFE-CHANGING LOVE STORY.“Nobody writes angst and joy and hope like Paige Toon.”—CHRISTINA LAUREN, author of LOVE AND OTHER WORDSFor fans of Colleen Hoover, an unforgettable and heartbreaking love story with an earth-shattering secret at its core that asks the question: Is love worth risking everything for?When Wren realizes her fiancé is in love with someone else, she thinks her heart will never recover.On the other side of the world, Anders lost his wife four years ago and is still struggling to move on.Wren hopes that spending the summer with her dad and step-family on their farm in Indiana will help her to heal. There, amid the cornfields and fireflies, she and Anders cross paths and their worlds are turned upside-down again.But Wren doesn't know that Anders is harboring a secret, and if he acts on any feelings he has for Wren it will have serious fall-out for everyone. Walking away would hurt Wren more than she can imagine. But, knowing the truth, how can she possibly stay?

When a woman returns home to Louisiana's Butterfly Bayou, her high school crush finally notices she exists, in a small-town contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake. Quaid Havery always planned to follow in his father's footsteps. He went to law school and then came home to take over his dad's legal practice. Being the only lawyer in small-town Papillon, Quaid is pretty sure he's seen everything. After all, he was once asked to sue an alligator for defamation of character. He's prepared for anything the town can throw at him, until he encounters Jayna Cardet. She's gorgeous, smart, funny, and unlike any woman he's met before....Except he has. Jayna never thought she'd return to Papillon, but when her life gets turned around she must learn to live in the close-knit community again. She certainly never dreamed she would practice law in her little town, but she finds herself in the courtroom, and the opposing counsel is her former high school crush, Quaid. It wouldn't be so bad if the man had developed a beer belly, but Quaid is more handsome than ever. And instead of ignoring her like he did in high school, he's made it plain that he wants to get to know her. Thus begins a courtship destined to end in a wedding or a war. Either way, the locals are popping some corn and eagerly awaiting the outcome.

Step into the Roaring Twenties with'The Great Gatsby'by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This iconic novel immerses you in the glitz and glamour of the Jazz Age, where mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby hosts extravagant parties in pursuit of lost love, Daisy Buchanan. Through the eyes of Nick Carraway, the story unravels, revealing the dark underbelly of wealth and privilege. With lyrical prose, Fitzgerald explores the American Dream, love, and obsession. A timeless classic,'The Great Gatsby'is a vivid portrait of an era that still captivates readers today. Delve into the opulence and tragedy of the Gatsby era in this literary gem.ABOUT THE AUTHORFrancis Scott Fitzgerald, born Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald on September 24, 1896, was a celebrated American author of the Jazz Age, known for his iconic novel'The Great Gatsby'. His life and work epitomize the spirit and excesses of the Roaring Twenties. Fitzgerald was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and he attended Princeton University, where he began to nurture his passion for writing. His debut novel,'This Side of Paradise,'published in 1920, brought him immediate success, making him a literary sensation. However, it was'The Great Gatsby', published in 1925, that solidified his reputation as one of America's greatest novelists. Set in the opulent world of Long Island's elite, the novel explores themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream. Today, it is considered one of the greatest American novels ever written. Fitzgerald's writing was characterized by its vivid portrayal of the era's excesses and its sharp social commentary. He and his wife, Zelda Fitzgerald, became iconic figures of the Jazz Age, known for their extravagant lifestyle. Unfortunately, Fitzgerald's personal life was marred by struggles with alcoholism and financial difficulties. His later works, like'Tender Is the Night', also received critical acclaim but didn't achieve the same level of success as'The Great Gatsby.'Tragically, F. Scott Fitzgerald passed away on December 21, 1940, at the age of 44. While he didn't live to witness the full extent of his literary legacy, his works continue to be celebrated for their exploration of the American experience, making him a timeless figure in American literature.

Raj and Riya meet on the college campus. As usual, in love stories, both of them felt the spark between them. But later this casually gets deeper down, into the soul. They have their beautiful time that they spend together, and they have their cruel villain too, to fight with.Life plays a cruel card on this diverse couple of North and South India, as they meet their destiny by playing and acting their part in this game.As things again get better with time, they have their wonderful life. But, as usual, life had to throw in some stones in this already not so calm pond, to make even more massive waves, disturbing the flow of their lives. Raj Pours his heart into his diary which will make you spend a little of your time figuring out some of their secrets. Join Raj and Riya on this roller coaster of emotions, and take a peep into the secrets buried in the depths of this bloody journey.

The breathtaking new novel from Ann Patchett – a Sunday Times and No. 1 New York Times bestseller'Filled with the moments I live for in a story'BONNIE GARMUS, author of Lessons in Chemistry'[Tom Lake] has it all... Young love, sibling rivalry and deep mother-daughter relationships'REESE WITHERSPOON'One of the most beloved authors of her generation'SUNDAY TIMESThere's more to every love story than what we choose to tell...It's spring and Lara's three grown daughters have returned to the family orchard. While picking cherries, they beg their mother to tell them the one story they've always longed to hear – of the film star with whom she shared a stage, and a romance, years before.Tom Lake is a meditation on youthful love, married love, and the lives parents lead before their children are born. Both hopeful and elegiac, it explores what it means to be happy even when the world is falling apart.'One of our greatest living chroniclers of love and marriage … Expect wonder; Patchett always delivers'ELLE• SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2023 •• A REESE WITHERSPOON AND BBC RADIO 2 BOOK CLUB PICK •• A 2023 BOOK OF THE YEAR FOR THE TIMES •

Stacey has come a long way from frumpy reporter to selfie queen. With her job on a popular chat show and romance with Dan, life couldn't be better. An assignment with horribly disfigured Madeleine sets in motion events that will change all that. Burn victim Madeleine has written an acclaimed love story and soon Dan falls under the spell of the book and then its author. As Stacey struggles to cling on to the glamorous world she now inhabits, Dan discovers his real self belongs to a place where true love is the key and appearances are the least important.

On a windswept island off Cape Cod, Delilah moves into a cottage by the shore. After growing up in precarious circumstances with her Abuela, both of them hiding a terrible secret, all Delilah wants now is a beautiful place of her own – and she's paid a high price for it. The neighbors watch the newcomer and wonder about her. They don't like it when she plants a wild and colorful garden in the front yard, and they like the visits from her married lover even less. Meanwhile, her new cottage shares a driveway with the reclusive Anton, who has a secret of his own. When the two meet, sparks fly – but will the past catch up with them?

'All the festive glitter, warmth and comfort you could want from a Christmas novel, I loved it.'– Josie Silver•••This Christmas, everything will change...When Liv Latimer says goodbye to her fellow nurses and finishes work for the holidays, she's looking forward to a Christmas to remember with her boyfriend Eddie.But as she leaves the hospital, tragedy strikes and Liv is faced with a choice. Will she ignore her instincts and go home as planned? Or will she stay, and potentially change the course of her life as she knows it?Whatever choice she makes, Liv is about to discover that fate finds a way...From the bestselling Irish author of The Ladies'Midnight Swimming Club comes an emotional and uplifting festive story about love, family and how a split-second decision can change your life.•••Praise for Faith Hogan:'Moving, gripping and as unputdownable as a box of Christmas chocolates.'– Samantha Tonge'A captivating and uplifting read with all the joys of the festive season.'– Suzanne Snow'A fine festive'sliding doors'read, scattered with surprises.'– Roisin Meaney'Joyful, life-affirming and inspirational.'– Heidi Swain'Heartwarming and emotional.'– Liz Fenwick'A heart-rending, uplifting and beautifully written journey of female friendship... I loved being transported to Ireland's wild Atlantic coast.'– Phillipa Ashley'Faith Hogan navigates beautifully between the community and the individual, forensically investigating moral issues and loyalties with an unflinching, yet humane eye. She is one of the most original and exciting writers to emerge from Ireland in recent times.'– Afric McGlinchey'An intricately woven story of love, jealousy and misunderstanding.'– Diney Costeloe'A cracking good story... An ideal beach read.'– Connaught Telegraph'A fantastic summer read.'– Irish Daily Star'A heart-warming story of love, loss, family and friendship.'– The Bookseller'Spanning several decades and generations, Secrets We Keep is a hugely ambitious novel... with its engaging storyline and sense of place this is an absorbing and entertaining read.'– Sunday Independent (Dublin)

Sparks fly in Louisiana's Butterfly Bayou when a Hollywood starlet falls for a local deputy in a small-town contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake. After leaving the military, Major Blanchard moved to Papillon, Louisiana, to be with his aging father, where he's taken a deputy position with the sheriff's department. Now that he's settling into life on the bayou, he's trying out the dating scene. Every single woman in town seems to be pining after the handsome newcomer. But so far, nothing's worked out, and he's had some spectacularly bad dates. Major's getting ready to give up on love when a new lady roars into town to film a movie and turns his world upside down. Actress Brynn Pearson is trying to make a successful transition from child star to leading lady. Now that she's landed her first lead in a major film, nothing can stop her. She's committed to focusing solely on her work, so romance is the last thing she needs—too bad she can't get her mind off the dreamy deputy she keeps running into. He's gorgeous, and something about him makes her feel safe. As Brynn's feelings for Major deepen, she starts to wonder if maybe there's more to life than her career. When a family crisis throws Major's life into a tailspin, he turns to Brynn for support, and hopes their budding relationship will shine brighter than Hollywood lights.

Brand new from the #1 bestselling author of The Old Ducks'Club'A delightful and jolly romp in the french countryside. A lovely taste of France and generous slice of la bon vivre.'Jo Thomas'A glorious romp that readers will adore. Maddie's warmth and humour will put a smile on your face'Judy LeighDivorced and on a deadline, bestselling novelist Bea Pinkerton has a serious case of writer's block. With her agent breathing down her neck, Bea will do ANYTHING to avoid writing another word.So an invite to a reunion with her old school friends at a beautiful chateau in France, is Bea's perfect chance to escape. Surely here, relaxing with old friends and drinking cold fizz, Bea will find inspiration?But as soon as Bea arrives, she realises this is not going to be the peaceful getaway she anticipated. Her old school friends Gin and Audrie are in various states of marital distress and to top it off a camera crew has arrived to film the goings on at Chateau De St Cyr. Far from being calm, the trip is total chaos!Thank goodness for Bea's new French neighbour Laurent Sinclair - handsome, charming and perhaps exactly the romantic muse she needs to get her mojo back.But is Bea brave enough to take a second chance at love at her age?Perhaps with a little help from her friends...Escape to the Chateau for another laugh-out-loud feel-good adventure with the #1 bestselling author of The Old Ducks'Club!An uplifting and hilarious story about living life to the full and always, always having fun! Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh and Dee MacdonaldWhat readers are saying about Maddie Please:'Sea, sunshine, romance and fabulous characters; Maddie's light touch and sense of fun will lift your spirits!'Bestselling author Judy Leigh'A new lease of life under the Greek sun. As fresh and delicious as chilled retsina!'Sunday Times Bestselling author Phillipa Ashley.'For a book that's as cheering and restorative as a long lunch with your very best friend, Maddie Please is the author you need to know!'Bestselling author Chris Manby'Genuine and life-affirming…a wonderful, lighthearted novel about how it is never too late to find happiness.'Bestselling author Kitty Wilson'A heart-warming story filled with friendship and fun. It's official - I want to be an Old Duck!'Bestselling author Maisie Thomas

'Before We Grow Old had me from the first page, and crying buckets by the last!'Katy Regan When seven-year-old Fran first met Will they knew instantly that they were made for each other. For eleven years they were inseparable, but then, at the age of eighteen, Will just upped and disappeared.Twenty-five years later Will is back.Is fate trying to give them a second chance?Still nursing the heart break from all those years ago, Fran is reluctant to give Will the time of day. The price Will must pay is to tell the truth – the truth about why he left, the truth about why he's back…And Fran has her own secrets to hide. The time has come to decide what Fran and Will really want from life – before it's too late.Unashamedly romantic, Before We Grow Old is a book full of love, laughter and tears, and you'll be rooting for Fran and Will from the moment you meet them. Let Clare Swatman whisk you away for the love story of the year. Perfect for fans of Sophie Cousens and Isabelle Broom.Praise for Clare Swatman:'Before We Grow Old is an unashamedly big, life-affirming, tear-jerking love story. Beautifully told, characters Fran and Will had me from the first page, and crying buckets by the last! Just gorgeous.'Katy Regan'Heart-breaking and life-affirming in equal measures, Before We Grow Old is the tender story of a chance meeting between former childhood sweethearts Fran and Will, and is packed with secrets and revelations. Through her beautiful writing, Clare Swatman delivers a powerful lesson in learning to love with your whole heart and accepting the same, no matter what life throws at you.'Sarah Bennett'Before We Grow Old took me on an intense emotional journey, and I cried at the end (and I rarely cry when I'm reading!) The portrayal of the mother and son bond - with its peaks and troughs of intensity and frustration - felt incredibly real, and the dialogue in particular was brilliantly done.'Victoria Scott'A beautifully written tale of enduring love'- Rowan Coleman'Irresistible... A delightfully bittersweet story that will appeal to fans of One Day'- Sunday Mirror'Wonderful'- Sun

Brooklyn Monti is dying. Or at least she thinks she is. Ever since Brooklyn was diagnosed with Huntington's Disease at 19, she's used it to give up on herself. Huntington's has affected her career, her friendships, and her love life. But will she let it control her future? When Brooklyn meets the man of her dreams she must decide whether Huntington's is going to take away the one thing she's always wanted: a family. Broken Petals is the story of a young woman dying to live as she is forced to face her reality and embark on a journey of self-discovery that will change her life forever.

'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite romcom.'Shari LowBillie is looking forward to a quiet, man-free Christmas. It's just a shame her family doesn't feel the same way…With a house full of unexpected (and unwanted) guests, Billie needs to find the perfect escape to get away from the chaos.So when her dating app recommends a week of singles nights in her area, Billie decides that braving these events has to be better than making conversation with her dad's new wife, dealing with her mum's mid-life crisis or witnessing her sister flirting with her insufferably arrogant next-door neighbour.While this is definitely not the festive season she had planned, between disco bowling and boozy bingo, little does Billie know that she may find love this year after all - she'll just have to date and see...Join MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Portia MacIntosh for a laugh-out-loud, blind dating, close proximity romance, guaranteed to put a smile on your face.Praise for Portia MacIntosh:'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 on Your Place or Mine?'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read'Rachel Dove on Your Place or Mine?'Fun and witty. Pure escapism!'Laura Carter on Fake It Or Leave It'A hilarious, roaringly fun, feel good, sexy read. I LOVED it!'Holly Martin on Honeymoon For One'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.'Jessica Redland on Honeymoon for One'A feel good, funny and well written book. I read it in 2 days and enjoyed every second!'A.L. Michael on Honeymoon for One'Super-romantic and full of festive spirit. I loved it!'Mandy Baggot on Stuck On You

By starting a farm in Maine, Prudence Schuyler hoped to forget the tragedy that had broken her faith in all rich and attractive young men. But her new neighbor turned out to be just such a man - sporting, debonair and immensely wealthy Rodney Gerard. When lumber baron Len Colloway threatened to seize the valuable timber on her and Rod's properties, she was forced into partnership with the despised playboy. Against her will, Prue's heart began to stir. Did she have the courage to keep her heart in check? Would she find the happiness in which she had ceased to believe?

Eve Travis leaps recklessly into marriage with Jeff Kilburn, to save him from his own despair. Then she discovers that the woman who broke his heart is suddenly free again--free to marry him. Determined not to stand in Jeff's way, Eve steps out of his life, and throws herself into her work as secretary to her uncle, a famous senator. There, in Washington's glittering world of politics and diplomacy, Eve uncovers an international conspiracy and finds herself plunged into excitement, suspense and unexpected romance.

What happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas, when one night out turns into a wedding that neither newlywed can remember, from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Wedding planner Honor Bellini is in Las Vegas for a work convention when she runs into her sister's ex-fiancé, Owen Stone, who's also in town for his craft brewery business. They're both glad to see a familiar face from home…until a night of drinking leads to waking up in bed together—and a marriage certificate from a wedding that neither of them can recall. Horrified, Owen suggests an immediate annulment. Honor agrees, but when they spend the day together, their chemistry is overwhelming. Plus, Honor has a flash of memory of their steamy wedding night, and she definitely likes what she remembers. They decide to wait before cancelling the whole marriage thing, though they both head back to Oklahoma determined not to tell anyone at home what happened in Vegas. The problem is, Honor and Owen can't seem to stay away from each other—or keep their hands off one another. The longer they keep their secret, the harder it gets to deny how they really feel. Even worse, this huge secret has the potential to hurt someone they both care about. They need to get an annulment before this accidental marriage turns into love.

Vanessa, a young widow, arrives in the Yukon with a dream of setting up a dogsled touring business. She never expected a confrontation with her handsome neighbor, Brett, who runs a snowmobile touring lodge. He wants her land. She won't sell at any price. Very soon, Brett's scheme to acquire her land falters when he falls in love with her. Blinded by his attraction, Brett is unaware that Ingrid, his step-sister and lodge manger, under pressure of blackmail from a drug dealer, acts on his behalf to try to force Vanessa out. Her ruthless actions drive a wedge between Vanessa and Brett. Vanessa's dream collapses before her eyes. Setback follows setback. Brett declares his love, but Vanessa, oblivious of Ingrid's plotting, is convinced she cannot trust him. Ingrid's strategy backfires. Vanessa's business rebounds. Ingrid flees during a snowstorm. Brett goes after his half-sister. His rescue mission does not go as expected.

Before It Ends with Us, it started with Atlas. Multi-million copy bestselling author Colleen Hoover tells fan favourite Atlas's side of the story and shares what comes next in this long-anticipated sequel to the #1 Sunday Times bestseller It Ends with Us Lily and her ex-husband, Ryle, have just settled into a civil co-parenting rhythm when she suddenly bumps into her first love, Atlas, again. After nearly two years separated, she is elated that for once, time is on their side, and she immediately says yes when Atlas asks her on a date. But her excitement is quickly hampered by the knowledge that, though they are no longer married, Ryle is still very much a part of her life—and Atlas Corrigan is the one man he will hate being in his ex-wife and daughter's life. Switching between the perspectives of Lily and Atlas, It Starts with Us picks up right where the epilogue for the bestselling phenomenon It Ends with Us left off. Experience the romantic and satisfying conclusion to Colleen Hoover's powerful global bestselling novel, It Ends with Us.

The heat between them is enough to ward off the chilly Alaska weather conditions in the next Fortunes of Lost Lake novel from USA Today bestselling author M. M. Crane. Bowie Fortune has always liked a risky proposition. A bush pilot out in the Last Frontier, flying in and out of places that give most pilots nightmares is what he lives for. That and his off-the-grid home out by Lost Lake, where his family has been living up close with the elements for generations. When his sister dares him to participate in the local version of a mail-order bride contest, he's not interested—but Bowie doesn't back down from a challenge. Even when the challenge turns out to be a woman who makes him want every last thing he knows he shouldn't. Entering a summer-long publicity stunt in far-off Alaska might seem extreme, but Autumn McCall has always had an indomitable spirit. She took care of her sisters and father after her mother died, and this is more of the same—since she intends to win the contest. Immersing herself in the pioneer lifestyle is one thing, but what she isn't expecting is brooding, sharp-eyed Bowie with his wicked smile. As the sparks fly between them, will they burn each other alive—or learn how to simmer their way to a much bigger prize...together?

From the best-selling Karly Lane comes a pitch-perfect story of rural tragedy, old flames reawakened and the meaning of home. A tribute to the Rural Fire Service and the work they selflessly do.'There is plenty here to adore…Karly has the wonderful ability to balance the intense landscape and memorable characters with an alluring plotline… engaging the reader with suspense and love. 4.5/5 stars'- HappyValley BooksRead'…an enduring story of the courage and resilience shown by so many.'- Mic Loves Books'A story of faith, courage, strength and future prospects,..a sizzling summer read.'- Mrs B's Book ReviewsRecently divorced mother-of-two Samantha Murphy agrees to house-sit for her parents for a few weeks-but when the house involves several hundred acres of farming and livestock, it's a little more involved than the usual job. Sam left the family farm years ago for a more exciting, glamorous life on the Sunshine Coast, but now that her kids have grown up and moved out, she's at a crossroads. Jack Cameron was in love with Sam when they were teenagers, and she broke his heart when she left town at eighteen. Their lives moved along similar paths-both marrying, having families and getting divorced-but in very different locations. Now that Sam is back, they begin to realise that there are unresolved feelings between them. As catastrophic fires roar destructively through the local farming community, Sam has no choice but to evacuate her parents'farm. But worse is still to come: Jack is reported missing and Sam is forced to prepare for the worst news. A heartwarming story of second chances, of loss and rebuilding, and of finally coming home.

A woman bush pilot in Alaska finds love where she least expects it in this new novel from New York Times bestselling author Barbara Dunlop. Hailey Barosse always knew what her wealthy family expected of her: marry an affluent Georgia man, run a charitable organization, and provide her parents with two or three grandchildren. But Hailey rebelled. Instead, she moved far away from that suffocating life, and for six years she's built her independence by flying bush planes in the tiny town of Paradise, Alaska. Then a suave, handsome businessman arrives, shaking up her world and reminding her of her controlling family. Parker Hall wants to invest in her boss's airline, but Hailey doesn't trust him at all. He might be confident and charming, but she knows all about self-centered cutthroat industrialists—and Parker is one of them. Parker Hall prides himself on being a self-made entrepreneur. He earned his fortune by working day and night, expanding his gold mine and investing in new businesses that support his growing dream. His next opportunity is in Paradise, but his plans are quickly derailed by a fierce, beautiful pilot who both fights and fascinates him. The closer he gets to the feisty Hailey, the more she pushes him away. But Parker's not giving up, not on Paradise and not on Hailey. He's come a long way in life by being laser-focused on his passions, and this time is no different…

A stunning new rural romance from the bestselling author with over 500,000 books sold.Sometimes the end of the road is just the beginningAs a kid brought up on a cattle property in the New England Tablelands, Reggie Macleod vows she is going to swap the country for city life as soon as she can. And she's followed her dream. Everything is going to plan.Until one phone call rocks her world entirely.Reggie's parents have been badly injured in a car accident and they need her help to run the farm while her brother builds up their recently launched farmstay business. It was only going to be for a couple of months … but that was almost three years ago.When Tim Warbois checks in to one of their cabins and extends his booking several times, all he seems to want is peace and quiet. But what is really going on under the surface? Is this new hope and purpose he's discovered going to last?Will Reggie and Tim manage to overcome the wounds of their pasts and build a new future? Praise for Karly Lane:'Well written, and bravely done…Once Burnt, Twice Shy is Karly Lane's best yet, celebrating the power of community working to support one another in terrible calamity.'- Blue Wolf Reviews'I didn't want the story to end…Karly Lane has proven herself time again in rural romance and now she has smashed the contemporary fiction genre with Take Me Home.'- Beauty and Lace'I loved this read! The main characters were so engaging, their back stories poignant and heartbreaking…their everyday lives relatable with an appeal that connects to the reader...'Reading Writing and Riesling on Something Like This

Elsie Davis is a grieving widow haunted by her dead husband, Alex. Elsie is worried she will never be able to move on until she met Landon. This is an opportunity for the two of them to start over. Except Elsie has a secret, she is pregnant with Landon's baby. Landon seems to be keeping something to himself and is desperate not to lose Elsie, no matter what. Worried she and Landon have moved too fast, an unlikely saviour shows up. will Elsie get closure from Alex's ghost?

FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF REVERSE HAREM ROMANCE JAYCE CARTER Book one in the Dark Sanctuary series One night of submission to prove she doesn't crave it, and three sexy Dominants eager to call her bluff. Sunny has come a long way in the years since escaping the abusive Dom who made her life hell. Still, when Sunny can't shake a frighteningly strong need inside her, she decides one night at a local BDSM club, Sanctuary, will prove she doesn't want that in her life anymore. Instead, she meets three masked men there who give her pleasure she couldn't have imagined and twist everything she thought she knew about BDSM. Rather than the proof she thought she'd get, that the lifestyle wasn't for her, Sunny is further drawn to what had nearly destroyed her before. When fears that her ex-Dom could be after her again occur, Sunny and the men are forced to confront the dangers of her past and the scars it left behind. Can Sunny risk everything for the men she's fallen for, or will she let her fears rob them all of a future?

When her former governess finds happiness as the bride of a local widower, the brilliant and beautiful Emma Woodhouse — one of Jane Austen's immortal creations — flatters herself that she alone has secured the marriage and that she possesses a special talent for bringing lovers together. The young heiress next busies herself with finding a suitable husband for her friend and protégé, Harriet Smith, setting off an entertaining sequence of comic mishaps and misunderstanding in this sparkling comedy of English-village romance. Beneath its considerable wit, the novel is also the story of a young woman's progress toward self-understanding. “Emma” abounds in the droll character sketches at which Jane Austen excelled. In addition to the well-intentional heroine and her hypochondriacal father, the village of Highbury during the Regency period is populated by an amusing circle of friends and family — kindhearted but tedious Miss Bates, a chatterbox spinster; ambitious Mr. Elton, a social-climbing parson; Frank Churchill, an enigmatic Romeo; Mr. Knightley, Emma's brother-in-law and the voice of her better nature; and a cluster of other finely drawn, unforgettable personalities. The author's skill at depicting the follies of human nature in a manner both realistic and affectionate elevates this tale of provincial matchmaking to the heights of scintillating satire. Of all great writers, Jane Austen is the most difficult to catch in the act of greatness. —Virginia Woolf Jane Austen's masterpiece. —Rex Stout Jane Austen is my favourite author! I read and reread, the mouth open and the mind closed. —E. M. Forster How could these novels ever seem remote... the gaiety is unextinguished today, the irony has kept its bite, the reasoning is still sweet, the sparkle undiminished, as comedies they are irresistibly and as nearly flawless as any fiction could be. —Eudora Welty It is the cleverest of books. I especially love the dialogue — every speech reveals the characters'obsessions and preoccupations, yet it remains perfectly natural... absolutely gripping. —Susannah Clarke

An escapist, festive read to warm your heart this holiday season, from TOP 100 bestseller Fay Keenan'Wonderfully festive'Jo BartlettHollywood comes to Roseford, as Christmas wishes really do come true…The sleepy Somerset village of Roseford is the temporary home for the cast and crew of the latest Christmas movie, and there's excitement in the air. When Lucy Cameron, the owner of Roseford Café, is asked to fulfil a last-minute catering order on set, she can't believe her luck.Lucy's erstwhile teenage crush, Finn Sanderson, is the star of the film, alongside his glamorous co-star, Montana de Santo, with whom he has been linked on and off the screen, and their sprinkle of stardust around the village is intoxicating.With Christmas approaching and the snow starting to fall, Lucy's path keeps crossing with Finn's, and she starts to get to know the man behind the movie star. As her feelings grow, so too do Lucy's reservations about even considering becoming involved with someone so well-known. And when Lucy finds herself at the centre of a social media storm, her fears seem to be justified.Are happy-ever-afters just the preserve of Christmas movies, or could Lucy and Finn star in their very own festive love story…Revel in the perfect country Christmas romance from Fay Keenan, just right for all fans of Julie Houston, Cathy Bramley and Holly Martin.What authors and readers say about Fay Keenan's novels:'Fay Keenan's books are filled with warmth and humour. They are the perfect escape to beautiful countryside settings'Jessica Redland'Wonderfully festive and will appeal to fans of feel-good romance everywhere. It's got the charm of Notting Hill and the Christmassy magic of The Holiday all rolled into one'Jo Bartlett'A gorgeous rural romance full of warmth and charm'Victoria Connelly‘Guaranteed to put a spring in your step. Feel-good, frisky and great fun with a hearty dash of romance and intrigue'Julie Houston'Moving, funny, thoughtful and romantic. Bring on the next one!'Jenny Kane‘From only a few pages in I knew I was set to love this story and I literally couldn't put it down until it was finished. A fantastic read and a lovely glimpse into the Somerset countryside. Best enjoyed with a large cup of tea or coffee and a stash of biscuits'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘A delight to read from start to finish and I absolutely loved it'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'New Beginnings At Roseford Hall is superbly written, but then I have come to expect nothing less from Fay Keenan'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Fay has one of those easy-going writing styles that is easy to get used to and easy to get along with. In fact reading one of her books feels more like a chat between friends rather than reading a book'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

When an unexpected event in the children's television world of New York catapults Alison Rockwell, a young assistant into the role of head producer for the first time, she finds herself whisked away to the country, solely responsible for the network's biggest and most important Christmas production. With the threat of cancellation if ratings don't improve, Alison finds herself depending on the help of her vivacious yet somewhat mysterious host, Jake Sanders. Jake Sanders, a handsome widower with a nine-year old daughter is still reeling from the grief and guilt of losing his wife three years prior but is taken by surprise with this spirited producer. Alison eventually finds out Jake Sanders has hidden secrets of his own and her trust in him is shaken. But when a conspiring boss determined to undermine her efforts becomes a threat, Alison knows she needs Jake's help in order to succeed and continues to work with him but can't ignore the intense chemistry growing between them. As events transpire Alison finds herself faced with an inner dilemma of making choices in her career and following her heart. Will she wait for Jake to make a commitment to her, or will she choose her fate on her own?

A feel-good festive romantic comedy from MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Portia MacIntosh.Will Dani find love this Christmas? Or will she be Single All The Way...?When Dani's boyfriend (and boss!) dumps her for a younger model, the only silver lining she can see is to be able to spend Christmas at home with her family after years away.Determined to surprise them, Dani turns up unannounced in her hometown, excited to see that the festive season in Marram Bay is in full swing with Christmas lights twinkling on every corner. But disaster strikes when she finds her parents'house is empty and they appear to have gone away on holiday!Christmas alone and single is not ideal, and when Dani starts bumping into old friends, neighbours and potential love interests, she can't face telling them the truth. So in a panic she claims to be home to throw a Christmas party for the whole town - easier said than done with 12 days to go before Christmas...As the fake party approaches, little does Dani know that there may be someone there under the mistletoe for her, if she can just let her guard down and see them...A laugh-out-loud festive romantic comedy from MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Portia MacIntosh, guaranteed to put a smile on your face this Christmas.Please note Single All The Way was originally released as a novella. This new edition is inspired by the original but is a full-length story with a brand new plot and ending.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 on Your Place or Mine?'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read'Rachel Dove on Your Place or Mine?'Fun and witty. Pure escapism!'Laura Carter on Fake It Or Leave It'A hilarious, roaringly fun, feel good, sexy read. I LOVED it!'Holly Martin on Honeymoon For One'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.'Jessica Redland on Honeymoon for One'A feel good, funny and well written book. I read it in 2 days and enjoyed every second!'A.L. Michael on Honeymoon for One'Super-romantic and full of festive spirit. I loved it!'Mandy Baggot on Stuck On You

A pitch-perfect rural romance from the bestselling author of Magpie's Bend.'When a new Maya Linnell novel lands in the office, we pretty much draw the curtains and shut up shop until it's read.'Australian Country on Magpie's BendDiana McIntyre and her four boys have had a tough eighteen months but with the love and support of her family, she believes their lives are finally back on track. Diana's dream of starting a flower farm has been the perfect diversion, with an elderly dahlia expert showing her the ropes. She won't have to do this alone.Locum pharmacist and single dad Ned Gardiner hasn't called Victoria home for years. However his father's death forces Ned to return to the family farm, a place that holds few happy memories for him. Dealing with his estranged mother and sorting his father's affairs, he plans on leaving as soon as possible, but what will it take for Ned to put down roots? With six children between them, can this pair juggle families, farms and an unlooked-for romance?'Maya Linnell knows how to tug on our heartstrings, with just the right dollop of reality... I couldn't put it down.'Catriona Rowntree on Magpie's Bend'Linnell brings a good deal of authenticity and humour to her story... an enjoyable tale about romance, family and dealing with change.'Canberra Weekly Magazine

'Beautifully told in Yumna Kassab's poetic prose, The Lovers is both the story of the tumultuous relationship between Amir and Jamila and an exploration of class, culture and the complex nature of love.'– Sunday LifeWhat happens when we become used to each other, when we become bored, when we anticipate each other's moods like the seasons cycled in a day? What happens when you are tired of me and I tire of you? Every couple has a story. How they met, how they fell in love – their ups, their downs. What made them want to be in each other's arms day and night. The struggle of family expectations. The need to please each other, the desire to go their separate ways. It is about the private universe between two people as they try to hold to each other despite the barriers of geography, culture and class. Every couple has a beginning, a middle, and maybe an end. The Lovers is an enchanting fable that explores the light and dark of a relationship – a love distilled down to its barest form. You might think you know this story. Maybe you do.

Izzy Ames lives with her high school sweetheart, Cyrus Rivera, in the Salton Sea. They cling to each other and to their close friends Nephy and Seth to cope with the trauma of their pasts. Until the morning Izzy awakes to find Cyrus has vanished.When she realizes no one will help, Izzy takes matters into her own hands and decides to search for Cyrus alone. After weeks of looking for him, she discovers a clue that leads her to the House of Hearts retreat center run by the mysterious Sky. At House of Hearts, Izzy meets an intriguing musician named Ever Fontana and for a moment she is able to forget the pain of her past. But when new clues about Cyrus'disappearance surface, Izzy must go down into the dark to find the truth.Izzy's quest will take her into a world of sexuality, madness, and violence, where she will discover life-changing secrets not only about Cyrus but, ultimately, about herself.

A young teenager is starting to work at NatWest Bank at only 17 years of age. There, he will meet his co-workers and, among them, Isabella, a gorgeous woman that will especially impress him from day one. Over time, they will develop a great friendship that will, later on, create a maelstrom of contradictory feelings from which escaping will not be an option. A long and complicated road waits for them. The couple will have to fight with themselves and test the limits of their emotional resistance. A love story full of suspense and strong emotions from the first to the last chapter. Would you fall in love with someone knowing they are in a relationship? Would you love them anyway?

Discover the unforgettable and utterly uplifting love story, from the award-winning top 50 bestseller Maxine MorreyPerfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane and Sophie Kinsella.When Lily's husband dies, she moves to the edge of a tiny village, settling into a solitary life, her only real company her brother and his family. A quiet life becomes her safe space, with no risk of getting hurt.When her brother offers her spare room to his oldest friend, Jack, Lily's reluctant – but knowing how much she owes her family, can't say no. A lodger takes some getting used to but to her surprise, Lily begins to enjoy Jack's company. Slowly but surely, Jack encourages Lily to step outside her comfort zone. But taking risks means facing the consequences, and telling people how she really feels, means Lily might have to face losing them. But as the saying goes - you only live once - and being brave could mean Lily gets a second chance at love…Praise for Maxine Morrey:'I absolutely love Maxine's books - it's so much fun to be in her world.'Portia Macintosh'An uplifting read that stops you in your tracks and makes you wonder'...but what if?'Absorbing, funny and oh-so-romantic, I loved every page!'Rachel Burton'A super sweet read, guaranteed to warm any winter evening'Samantha Tonge'A lovely story that kept me turning the pages'Jules Wake‘A stunning, perfect novel – it literally took my breath away.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Writing Garnet‘A warm hug of a book.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rachel's Random Reads